HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 08-11-65MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
AUGUST 11, 1965
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 Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto,
it was unanimously carried the minutes of August 4, 1965 be
approved as submitted by the Deputy Clerk.
PUBLIC HEARING RE. PROPOSED
ANNEXATION NO. 65-2 (WAUGH LANE)
Pub
on
Publ icat
and an a
the area
Attorney
protests
There wa
and pub 1
lic hearing was declared open by Mayor Buxton at 8:03 P.M.
proposed Annexation No. 65-2 (Waugh Lane). Affidavits of
ion in the Ukiah Daily Journal and Willits News,
ffidavit of notification of all property owners in
proposed to be annexed were reviewed by the City
and placed on file. The Clerk stated that no written
to the proposed annexation had been filed.
s no one present requesting to be heard on the matter
ic hearing was declared closed at 8:05 P.M.
RES. NO. 66-9 FI NDING THAT MAJORITY
PROTEST HAS NOT BEEN MADE "ANNEXATION
NO. 65-2 (WAUGH LANE)"
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Harlowe,
it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 66-9 be adopted and
the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution
Finding That Majority Protest Has Not Been Made 'Annexation
No. 65-2 (Waugh Lane)'"
ORDINANCE NO. 570 APPROVING
ANNEXATION NO. 65-2 INTRODUCED
Ordinance No. 570 "An Ordinance Approving The Annexation To The
City of Ukiah of Certain Uninhabited Territory, Designated
'Annexation No. 65-2 (Waugh Lane)'" was read in full by the
City Attorney and introduced by Councilman Scotto.
PROTEST TO ALBERT LAUKKARI APPLICATION
TO STATE WATER RIGHTS BOARD TO BE FILED
The City At
Laukkari to
0.225 cubic
between Apr
recommended
to ensure p
torney reviewed a notice of the application of Albert
the State Water Rights Board for appropriation of
feet per second from the Russian River underflow
il 15 and October 15 of each year. Mr. Irish
the Council authorize the filing of a protest in order
rotection of the City's rights.
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook,
~t was unanimously carried the City Attorney be authorized to
file a protest to Application No. 22005 of Albert Laukkari
to the State Water Rights Board as recommended.
PETITION PROTESTING LANDIS MORGAN
TRUCKING OPERATION AT 147 CLARA AVE.
The City Manager read a petition signed by residents of the
Clara, Mason and Norton Streets area protestinq the disturbance
caused by the Landis Morgan trucking firm at 1~7 Clara St.
Mr. Cash pointed out the firm operates in a C-2 zone under
Use Permit #4-61 granted by the Planning Commission on September
15, 1960. It was recommended the Council hear statements from
the audience and consider referral of the petition to the Planning
Commission for reconsideration since the matter falls within
its jurisdiction at this point.
MINUTES OF THE HEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
AUGUST Il, 1965 - PAGE 2
Objections to the noise, fumes, dust and light produced by the
trucking operation, and to extensive use of street parking for
the trucks were heard from the following persons in the audience:
Mr. Fidel Royval, 225 Norton St.
Mr. Leo Foster, 226 Norton St.
Mrs. Jensen, 139 Clara Ave.
Mr. Ted Hamilton, 215 Norton St.
Mr. Merle Morgan, 14~ Clara Ave.
Mr. Raymond Jacob, 222 Norton St.
Mr. Jose Miguel Ibarra, 122 Clara Ave.
Discussion followed, and the procedures for referring the matter
to the Planning Commission were reviewed by the City Attorney.
Mr. Royval agreed to serve as spokesman for the group to receive
notification of the Planning Commission's disposition of the
matter if the petition is referred directly for its consideration.
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Scotto,
it was unanimously carried the petition relative to the Landis
Morgan trucking operation be referred to the Planning Commission
for action, and that Mr. Royval be notified by the Secretary of
the Commission of the date and time the matter will be considered.
CITY-OWNED BUILDING, SMITH AND MASON STS.
ELECTRICAL REPAIRS APPROVED
The City
electric
could be
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the requ
the buil
recommend
encourage
Manager reported that for slightly less than $500 the
al wiring in the building at Smith and Mason Streets
made to conform with Code requirements in the portion
uilding now occupied and would meet on a limited basis
irements of the tenants. However, it was stressed that
ding is not suitable for extended use and it was
ed the lease be renewed for one year only and the tenant
d to find other quarters.
Councilman Crook pointed out that the City should have assurance
that adequate liability insurance is being carried by the tenant
to protect the City in case of any incident which would involve
insurance.
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Norgard,
it was unanimously carried the City enter into a one year lease
with the Ukiah Valley Association for Retarded Children at the
existing rate of $75.00 per month, provided that sufficient
insurance to protect the City from liability is maintained by
the tenant, and that they be notified at the end of one year
the City does not desire to renew the lease or continue occupancy
of the building.
RES. NO. 66-8
FOR LEASE OF C
COURSE PURPOSE
APPROVING LEASE FORM
OUNTY PROPERTY FOR GOLF
St etc.
Further discussion was held by the Council regarding the proposed
lease of 55 acres of County property for expansion of the golf
course and the draft of the lease reviewed by the City Attorney.
Mr. Henry DeCoss of the Royal Motel enquired for what purpose the
Council intended to utilize the proceeds of the Hotel-Motel
Room Occupancy tax, and stated that during the first month it
was effective he collected a total of $294.88 in tax.
The .general opinion of the Council was in opposition to the
comm~ttment of present or future funds to the project, until a
complete study has been made of any proposed financing program.
It was also requested that this position be clearly publicized
to eliminate detrimental effects from rumors to the contrary.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
AUGUST ll, 1965 - PAGE 3
On a motion by Councilman Sco~to, seconded by Councilman
Harlowe, it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution
No. 66-8 be adopted and the Mayor and Clark be authorized to
Sign same, I'Resolution Approving Lease Form For Lease of County
Property For Golf Purposes and Ordering Transmittal To County
Board of Supervisors."
AYES: Councilman Norgard, Crook, Scotto, Harlowe and Mayor Buxton.
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further regular business, Mayor Buxton declared
the meeting adjourned at 9:42 P.M., after which the Council
reconvened for continued study of the budget.
MAYOR-- ....
ATTEST:
'CITY CLERK