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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 07-13-66MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY '13, 1966 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:03 P.M. with Mayor Norgard, Councilmen Scotto, Crook, Henderson and Harlowe present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Henderson, seconded by Councilman Crook', "i't was unanimously carried the minutes of July .6, 1966 be approved as submitted b y the Clerk. SPECIAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman $cotto, it was unanimously carried special warrants in the amount of $31,100.22 be approved and ordered paid. RES. NO. 67-3 GRANTING USE PERMIT NO. 66-20 TO LANDIS MORGAN The City Attorney read in full a document submitted by Landis Morgan relative to Use Permit Application No. 66-20 in accor- dance with action taken by the Council at the meeting of July 6, 1966. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No. 67-3 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Use Permit No. 66-20 to Landis Morgan." AYES: Councilmen Crook, NOES: Councilman Scotto. ABSENT .- None. Henderson, Harlowe and Mayor Nor gard. Mr. Irish reported that Mr. Morgan appeared before the Planning Commission on July 7th and obtained approval of modification of the conditions pertaining to Use Permit No. 4-61 to permit dust oiling of the property instead of blacktop paving. PERSONNEL SESSION The Council retired to adjoining chambers in closed personnel session at 8:12 P.M., and returned to continue in open session at 8:30 P.M. RES. NO. 67-4 APPOINTING STERLING NORGARD TO EXECUTIVE BOARD OF REDWOOD EMPIRE DIV.~ LEAGUE OF CALIF. CITIES On a motion by it was carried 67-4 be adopte same, "Resolut Board Of The R Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, by the following roll call vote Resolution No. d and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign ion Appointing Sterling Norgard To The Executive edwood Empire Division, League of California Cities." AYES: Counc i lmen Norgard. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. Scotto, Crook, Henderson, Harlowe and Mayor PROCLAMATION OF CALIF. STATE F IREMEN'$ ASSOCIATION WEEK Mayor Norgard read and signed a Proclamation designating September 25 through 29, 1966 as California State Firemen's Association Conference Week and complimented members of the Fire Department for their success in bringing the conference to Ukiah. MI NUT JULY ES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL 13, 1966 - PAGE 2 OF THE CITY OF UKIAH VARIA ROBT. 1162 NCE APPLI L. LEE, S. DORA S CATION NO. 66-31 CONVALESCENT HOME TREET Variance Application No. 66-31 by Robert L. Lee to permit con- struction of a 124 bed convalescent hospital on property zoned R-1 and R-2 located at 1162 South Dora St., plot plan, and Planning Commission minutes dated June 16, 1966 and July 7, 1966 were reviewed by the City Manager. The recommendations of the City Engineer contained in a memorandum dated July 7, 1966, and Planning Commission Resolution No. 66-29 recommending the variance be granted subject to the following conditions were also read. a) The drainage along the southerly line of property to be approved by City Engineer. b) The proposed sign to be externally lighted and not to exceed 4 feet in height and 8 feet in length. c) Curb, gutter, and sidewalk to be installed on the Dora Street frontage. d) That the sign not be any closer to Dora Street than twenty feet (20'). There were no written or verbal protests to granting the proposed variance. There was no one present on behalf of the application. J. Bo FI NAN On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution granting Variance No. 66-31 to Robert L. Lee to permit construction of a convalescent home at 1162 S. Dora St. as recommended by the Planning Commission. HANAUER & CO. CIAL REPORT Copies of the Financial Report relative to the 1966 Capital Improvement Program prepared by J. B. Hanauer & Co. were distri- buted to the Council. It was determined that the Council would review the report for discussion at a meeting in the near future. PROGRESS REPORT ON CONSTRUCT ION OF WATER COLLECTOR SYSTEM The City Ma collector s the 7 radia pumping cap arrangement emergency that may satisfactory basis. nager reported that the main caisson of the water ystem has been completed and sealed and the first of 1 arms are being installed. It is anticipated intitial acity will be available very soon, and preliminary s have been made for surface piping to meet any arise. All of the work is progressing on a DONN WEAVER - RESIGNATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION The resignation of Donn Weaver as Chairman and member of the Planning Commission was read by the City Manager. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried the resignation be accepted, and a letter be directed to Mr. Weaver commending him for his service to the City. AAA PEDESTRIAN SAFETY AWARD A letter from the California State read advising the Council that the Pedestrian Safety Citation award in Inventory Program for not having a during 1965. Automobile Association was City of Ukiah has received a the 1966 AAA Pedestrian Safety single pedestrian fatality MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JULY 13, 1966 - PAGE 3 P.OWER OUTAGE SCHEDULED FOR REPAI R OF GOBB I ST. SUBSTAT I ON The City Manager reported that repair of a problem discovered at the Gobbi Street Substation has been scheduled for 3:00 A.M., Friday, July 15th requiring a power outage for a period of approximately 30 minutes. News releases will be distributed to the various news media for notification of the public. FLY IN - JULY 17th The Council was reminded of the Flyin to be held at the Municipal Airport on July 17th, and was extended an invitation to the Rotary Flyin Breakfast by Mr. Ed Bean. UKIAH TAXI CO. - LAWRENCE PACINI REQUEST FOR TAXI STAND Mr. Pacini advised the Council that he is in the process of relo- cating the taxi stand to another site and requested consideration be given to granting him a location in the vicinity of the Court House as a resular taxi stop. Mr. Pacini was advised to address his request in writing to the Traffic Engineer Committee, and specifically submit a preference and two or three alternate locations for consideration. COUNCILMAN SCOTTO Coumcil'man Scotto enquired whether a date had been set for the annual Employees' Picnic, and after discussion it was determined Saturday, July 23rd would be selected subject to availability of the necessary facilities. Councilman Scotto asked if further information had been received from Sierra Pacific Airlines relative to the proposed service to Ukiah and was informed the status of this matter had not changed. The firm is continuing to pay all operation and rental fees. COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman Crook asked whether or not plans have been made to provide signs along State Street designating the entrances to the Freeway. It was reported that it has been discussed; however no definite plans have been made. The City Manager,s requested to look into the matter further and present a report and recom- mendation at a subsequent meeting. Councilman Crook also reported that several motel owners had requested consideration be given to freeway signing indicating a "Motel StripI'. It was pointed out by the City Manager that Ukiah is signed all along U.S. lO1 from Cotati northward more than most other cities, but stated this request would be taken up at the next meeting with State officials tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, July 2Oth. ADJOURNMENT As there was no further regular business, Mayor Norgard declared the meeting adjourned at 9:29 P.M. - ~- MAY OR' ATTEST: -- " CITY CLERK