HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 03-10-65MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
MARCH lO, ]965
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council
Chambers at 8:O1 P.M. with Mayor Buxton, Councilmen Norgard,
Crook, Scotto and Hariowe present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
On a moti on
i t was unani
approved as
by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Harlowe,
mously carried the minutes of March 3, 1965 be
submitted by the Clerk.
PERKINS STREET WIDENING
APPROVAL OF RIGHT OF WAY
CONTRACTS
The City Attorney reported that deeds have been signed by the
owners of Parcels No. 9, ll, 13 and 14 of the nineteen properties
involved in the widening of Perkins Street. Contract Agreements
for each parcel were read or reviewed providing for payment of
the following amounts for the additional right of way acquired:
Parcel #9 $175.OO
Pa rcel //11 300.00
Parcel #13 260.OO
Parcel HI4 250.OO
It was pointed out that the above amounts are within
budgeted amount for the project and the City Attorney
approval of the Contract Agreements.
the
recommended
On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Crook,
it was unanimously carried Right of Way Contracts for Parcels
No. 9, 11, 13 and 14 for the widening Perkins Street be approved.
MEETING OF CITY ATTORNEYS
OF MENDOCINO COUNTY
The City Attorney reported that a meeting was held in Ukiah on
March 9th of the City Attorneys of each incorporated City in
the County for discussion of problems which mutually affect all
ci ties. It was felt the discussion had been very beneficial to
those participating and it was agreed that meetings be held on
a monthly basis in the future.
SPECIAL WARRANTS
On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman
Scotto, it was unanimously carried Special Warrants in the
amount of $1152.41 be approved and ordered paid.
VARIANCE APPLICATION #65-12
ROBT. GERBER - SHOPPING CENTER
~37 S. STATE STREET
Application for Variance #65-12 by Robert F. Gerber to permit
construction of a shopping center in a C-M zone at 737 S. State
Street was reviewed by the City Manager, in addition to a plot
plan and the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of
March 4, 1965. The City Engineer's recommendations, contained
in a memorandum dated March 4, 1965 were also read. The
Planning Commission recommended the variance be granted subject
to the following conditions:
"1) The shopping center be stipulated more fully to
include only retai 1 stores.
2) A 3 to 1 parking ration restriction be maintained
as per the agreement in the County Recorder's office.
3)
Subject to the conditions set forth in the City
City Engineer's memorandum dated March 4, 1965."
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAFt
MARCH 10, 1965 - PAGE 2
Messrs. Robert Gerber, Larkin Younce, Percival Scales and
H. S. Rapp were present on behalf of the application and
objected to inclusion of Item #2 of the conditions
recommended by the Plannin9 Commission. It was requested
that off-street parkin9 requirements be based upon the
minimum required in a C-1 Zone by the present Zonin9 Ordinance.
The subject was discussed at considerable length and was joined
in by the City Council, the applicant, adjoining land owners,
developers and interested parties in the audience.
A motion was made by Councilman Crook, and seconded by Councilman
Norgard-that the matter be referred back to the Planning
Commission for further investigation. The motion was defeated
by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Norgard and Crook.
NOES: Councilmen Scotto, Harlowe and Hayor Buxton.
ABSENT: None.
After further extensive discussion, on a motion by Councilman
Harlowe, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was carried by the
followin9 roll call vote the City Attorney be instructed to
prepare a resolution 9ranting Variance No. 65-12 as submitted
by the Plannin9 Commission, except for the deletion of Item
#2 of the conditions recommended.
AYES: Councilmen Scotto, Harlowe and Mayor Buxton.
NOES: Councilmen Norgard and Crook.
ABSENT: None.
APPROVE REVISION OF DIVISION
OF FORESTRY LEASE - MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
The City Manager reported that he and the City Attorney had
met with representatives of the State Division of Forestry
regarding the proposed expansion of the leased area at the Air-
port to provide adequate space for increased :Fire fighting
activity, it was pointed out that one hangar unit was required
to be removed immediately on negotiation of {:he lease, and 'five
additional units would be removed by the summer of 1o~,~
After a discussion o'F the benefits co~'}nected with the 'Fire
~n9 operation to both the City and ~he area, and tl~e relationship
of the activ['Ey to general Airport operation, it was a.:~reed
~hat ~ le~se revision ~e proposed to the ?ivis[o~} of Forestry
based on an accurate survey of the parcel under discussion,
providing a 59 foot easement between the taxi-strip and the
leased parcel 'For Forestry aircraft access. The rental rate
wo~.~ld be increased by $15.90 per month effective JL~ly 1,
and en addJ-~ional $7n O0 per month begin~-~Jng J~]ly I, 1
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and the term of the lease would be 10 years from the date of
approval by both parties of the revised lease.
The division of Forestry would also be authorized to install
a 550 gallon underground gasoline stora9e tank in compliance
with Fire and Buildin9 regulations to serve only Division of
Forestry automotive and pumpin9 equipment.
On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Nor'gard,
it was unanimously carried the City Council adopt the program
with the Division of Forestry as outlined by the City Manager.
REDWOOD EMPIRE ASSN. REQUEST
FOR FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTION
TO "OPERATION REBOUND"
The request of the Redwood Empire Assn. for funds to support its
"Operation Rebound" program was discussed further and it was
generally agreed that no contribution be made, and the City
Manager be authorized to so inform the Association of this
dec i s i on.
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MARCH 10, 1965 - PAGE 3
CITY SUPPORTS ASSEMBLY BILL RE.
USE OF AREAS ABOVE AND BELOW
FREEWAY STRUCTURES
The City Manager reported that the request of the League
of California Cities, and wi'th the authorization of the
Mayor, a telegram had been sent to Assemblyman Belloti
supporting AB 733 giving cities preference in the use of
areas above and below freeway structures. Mr. Cash pointed
out that the City of Ukiah would not be involved at the
present, but could at some time in the future.
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES REQUEST
TO MEET Wl TH CITY COUNCIL
The City Manager reported that the Library Board of Trustees
had requested the opportunity to meet with the Council to
discuss a program for the future and it was agreed the Board
be invi.ted to attend the regular meeting of the Council on
March 24th.
INCREASE IN GAS T4, X FUNDS
The City Manager reported receiving information that as a
result of the recent special census, the City will realize
an increase in Gas Tax Funds of $3,978 during the next fiscal
year, and $6,490 over the next two years.
COUNCILMAN NORGARD
Councilman Norgard commented on the donation of land by the
City of Willits to the Mendocino County Historial Society
and expressed the opinion that Ukiah should not miss a
similar opportunity in assisting the Art Association to
locate in this area.
The City Manager reported that he had not yet contacted Mrs.
Rita Jensen to determine whether the Association was still
interested in pursuing its building program.
COUNCILMAN HARLOWE
Councilman ~arlowe reported that numerous favorable comments
had been made to him concerning the City Manager's recommended
Capital Improvement program. It was agreed that the scope of
the program would require extensive exploration and study and
should be discussed further at the next meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
As there was no further regular business, Mayor Buxton declared
the meeting adjourned at 10:43 P.M., after which the Council
reconvened in closed personnel session.
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ATTEST:
- CITY CLERK