HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 04-28-65MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
APRIL 28, 1965
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council
Chambers at 8:02 P.M. with Vice Mayor Norgard, Councilmen
Crook, Scotto and Harlowe present. Mayor Buxton was absent.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a motion by Councilman Harlowe, seconded by Councilman
Scotto, it was unanimously carried the minutes of April 21,
1965 be approved as submitted by the Clerk.
PERKINS ST. WIDENING PROJECT
ALEX R. THOMAS AND AGNES C. THOMAS
RIGHT OF WAY CONTRACT APPROVED
The City Attorney reported that a deed has been signed by Alex
R. Thomas, Jr. and Agnes C. Thomas covering Parcel #18 of the
Perkins Street widening project, and recommended appooval of
the standard form of Right of Way Contract which proposes to
pay $120.00 for the additional right of way acquired.
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe,
it was unanimously carried the Right of Way Contract with Alex
R. Thomas, Jr. and Agnes C. Thomas for Parcel #18 of the Perkins
Street Widening project be approved.
RES. NO. 65-54 DIRECTING INSTITUTING
CONDEMNATION PROCEEDINGS REGARDING
PERKINS ST. WIDENING PROJECT
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto,
it was carried by the following roll call vote Resolution No.
65-54 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign
same, "Resolution Determining That The Public Interest and
Necessity Require The Widening Of Perkins Street; That the
Acquisition of a Fee Simple Title in Certain Real Properties
Is Required For Such Purpose; Authorizing and Directing The
City Attorney to File Condemnation .~ction And For Immediate
Possession Thereof Of The Properties Herein Described."
AYES: Councilmen Crook, Scotto, Harlowe and Vice Mayor Norgard.
NOES~ None.
ABSENT: Mayor Buxton.
ANNEXATION NO. 64-1 (Cooper Annexation)
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
FOR ZONE CHANGE
The City Attorney reviewed the Findings and Recommendations For
Zoning Change in Annexation #64-1 from N-A to an R-1 zone submitted
by the Planning Commission and advised the Council that a public
hearing will be required on the matter.
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook,
it was unanimously carried that a public hearing on the rezoning
of Annexation No. 64-1 be set for May 12, 1965 at 8:00 P.M., or
as soon thereafter as the same may be heard, and the Clerk be
instructed to publish the required legal notice of said hearing.
PROCLAMATION OF NATIONAL RADIO MONTH
Following a brief statement by Mr. D~".n Cubberly of Radio Station
KUKI, a proclamation declaring the month of May National Radio
Month was read by Vice Mayor Norgard and approved by the Council.
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APRIL 28, 1965 - PAGE 2
SPEC I AL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Harlowe, seconded by Councilman
Scotto, it was unanimously carried special warrants in the
amount of $287.50 be approved and ordered paid.
COUNCIL SUPPORT OF PROPOSED
LEGISLATION - H.R. 7439
A' letter from W. N. Smith, Vice President and Manager of the
Bank of America was read requesting the City's support oF
H.R. 7b, 39 which, if passed, would permit commercial banks to
underwrite and deal in revenue bonds, it was pointed out that
in December of 1963 the Council had voted to support a bill
of the same type which failed to pass, and it was recommended
that suppor~ be given the current measure before Congress.
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe,
it was unanimously carried the Council reaffirm the position of
the previous Council in support of H.R. 7439 and authorize the City
Manager to contact all Federal officials involved advising
them of this action.
SUPPLEMENTARY BILL OF SALE
P.G. & E. ELECTRIC FACILITIES
APPROVED
A Supplementary Bill of Sale to Pacific Gas ~ Electric Co.
was presented for approval by the City Manag~ with the explana-
tion that it was necessary in order to clarify ownership of the
two sections of the electric system which were paid for by the
City and constructed by P.G. & E. in compliance with the terms
of the Working Agreement.
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman
Scotto, it was unanimously carried the Supplementary Bill of
Sale to Pacific Gas and Electric Co. be approved and the Mayor
and Clerk be authorized to sign same.
RESIGNATION OF WINSTON HOWE, JR.,
GOLF PROFESSIONAL
A letter from Winston Howe, Jr. was read submitting his resigna-
tion as Golf Professional and requesting termination of his contract
with the City effective May 19, 1965 in order to accept a position
in Merced. The letter stated that Mr. Howe's father would be
available to operate the Pro shop until a replacement could be
found. It was the recommendation of the City Manager the contract
be terminated as requested.
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe,
it was unanimously carried the Council approve cancellation of
the contract with Winston Howe, Jr. for Golf Professional
services effective May 19, 1965 and instruct the City Manager
to direct a letter of commendation to Mr. Howe for the fine job
he has done.
A procedure similar to Civil Service recruitment was recommended
for replacing the Golf Professional. The Council was agreeable
to using this procedure, including the requirement of membership
in the Professional Golfers' Association.
AD JOUR NME NT
As there was no further regular business, Vice Mayor Norgard
declared the meeting adjourned at 8:54 P.M.
MAYOR
CITY CLE-~'K