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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 01-26-66MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF JANUARY 26, 1966 THE CITY OF UKIAH The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:02 P.M. with Mayor Buxton, Councilmen Norgard, Crook, Scotto and Harlowe present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried the minutes of January 19, 1966 be approved as submitted by the Clerk. SPECIAL WARRANTS On a mot ion i t was unan $1,744.75 b by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, imously carried special warrants in the amount of e approved and ordered paid. PARKING DISTRICT NO. 1 The City Attorney reported that the resolution authorizing the issuance of bonds for Parking District #1 would be presented for consideration by the Council at the meeting of February 9th, and would include authorization permitting the exchange of property within the district at any time during the life of the bonds, It was also reported that in the opinion of the bond counsel, filing of the Engineer's Supplemental Report pertaining to the proposed exchanged of property is unnecessary at this time and a resolution rescinding authorization of that 'filing will be prepared also. WATER RIGHTS APPLICATION; REPORT RE. HEARING The City Attorney reported attending the hearing on the Laukkari Water Rights Application held this date, and assurance had been given by the Water Rights Board that the City's vested rights by permit would be protected. CITY vs. FONES The City Attorney reported that the case of the City vs. Fones will be heard by the Supreme Court in San Francisco on Monday January 31st, and that he will appear on behalf of the City to urge that the decision of the trial court and District Court of Appeals be upheld. CEMENT LINING AWARD OF BID; OF WATER MAI NS PIPELI,NI, NGS~ INC. The City Manager reviewed two bids received for the cement-mortar lining of steel water mains as follows: Pipe Linings, Inc. $16,720.00 United Concrete Pipe Corp. 20,548.50 An addendum to the specifications clarifying the work to be per- formed by City forces was also reviewed. It was pointed out that the low bid had exceeded the Engineer's Estimate by $1,720 due to an increase in labor costs which had resulted since preparation of the original estimate. However, due to the importance of the work involved, it was recommended the bid be awarded to the low bidder, Pipe Linings, inc. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman it was unanimously carried the bid of Pipe Linings, Inc. cement mortar lining of steel water mains be accepted in of $16,720.00 Ha r 1 owe, for the amount MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 26, 1966 - PAGE 2 DEMOLITION OF BUILDINGS ON PARKING LOT SITE The City Manager reported that no bids were received for demoli- tion of three buildings on the parking lot properties, and re- quested authorization to proceed with the project with City Personnel. On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried the City Manager be authorized to proceed with demolition of three buildings on the parking lot site. SPANISH MOUNTAIN TV REQUEST RE. FCC CONTROL OF COMMUNITY ANTENNA SYSTEMS The City Manager reviewed a request by Spanish Mountain Television Corp. that the Council direct a protest to Congressman and Senators relative to F.C.C.'s possible action in assuming control of CATV systems. After brief discussion, the Council felt they had in- sufficient information on which to take action at the present time. NO. BAY DIV., LEAGUE OF CALIF. CITIES MEETING Councilmen N°rgard and Crook indicated they would attend the League of California Cities meeting at Lakeport on January 29th. VARIANCE APPLICATION NO. 66-1/+ UKIAH COMVALESCENT HOSPITAL Variance Application No. 66-14 by F. C. Pritchard on behalf of Ukiah Convalescent Hospital to permit construction of a 40 bed addition to the existing building, plot plan and minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of January 6, 1966 were reviewed by the City Manager. It was recommended by the Planning Com- mission the variance be granted subject to the following special conditions: 1) Drainage of subject property must be approved by the City Engineer. 2) Twelve additional parking spaces must be provided, the arrangement of which will be approved by the City Engineer. There was no one present on behalf of the application, and there were no written or verbal objections to granting the proposed variance. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried the City Attorney be authorized to prepare a resolution granting Variance No. 66-14 to F. C. Pritchard as recommended by the Planning Commission. DIV. OF HIGHWAYS PROPOSED RELINQUISHMENT OF PORTIONS OF STATE ST. AND TALMAGE RD. The City Manager reported that a meeting will be held on February 1st with Division of Highway' Engineers for discussion of the points upon which the City based its protest to the proposed relinquishment of portions of State Street and Talmage Rd. REPORT RE. POSSIBLE FUEL BREAK CONSTRUCTION The City Manager reported on a discussion held recently with Deputy State Forester, Bill Mann, relative to possible construction of a fuel break in the foothills west of the City, and stated that it appears to be a workable project provided a suitable site for the State's Mobile Camp can be found within reasonable travel time from the City. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH JANUARY 26, 1966 - PAGE 3 In connection with a current Social Studies project, Gerry Foulks and Patti Grandi, eighth grade students of Pomolita School, were in attendance throughout the meeting and asked several questions concerning subjects which had been under discussion. MARVIN HYMAN - REQUEST TO OPERATE PAWN SHOP Mr. Marteen Miller, Attorney for Marvin Hyman of Santa Rosa, addressed the Council on behalf of his clients to request exemption from the provision of Div. 2, Chapter 2, Article 1 of the Ukiah City Code requiring one year residency within the City limits to qualify for a permit to operate a pawn shop. The City Attorney pointed out that the ordinance regulating pawn shops is the only ordinance which makes residency a re- quirement for doing business, and stated that he would have strong reservations as to the validity of this provision. It was therefore recommended that this portion of the ordinance be amended to eliminate the residency requirement. On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, it was unanimously carried the City Attorney be authorized to prepare an amendment to the ordinance regulating pawn shops deleting the requirement of one year residency within the City limits for pawn brokers. COUNCILMAN NORGARD At the request of Councilman Norgard, the City Manager reviewed the progress to date which has been made in negotiations for acquisition of the property for construction of the Ranney Water Collection System. COUNCILMAN CROOK Councilman Crook enquired whether all requirements of the Garbage Contract had been met by the contractor, and was advised by the City Attorney that although the bond had not yet been received, the agent had indicated it would go through. To his knowledge the cash deposit had not been made, and Mr. Irish indicated he would call this to the attention of the contractors' attorney. COUNCILMAN SCOTTO Councilman Scotto asked whether further information had been received regarding the Hanauer Report and was informed by the City Manager that an additional report had been received yesterday regarding the library project which should be reviewed priOr to release of the Hanauer Report. Copies will be made and distributed to members of the Council. ADJOURNMENT As there was no further regular business, Mayor Buxton declared the meeting adjourned at 9:23 P.M., after which the Council recon- vened in closed personnel session. MAYOR ATTEST: '- CITY CLERK