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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 02-17-65MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIKIAH F.EBRUARY 1 7, 1965 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 P.M., with Mayor Buxton, Councilmen Norgard, Crook, Scotto, and Harlowe present. City Manager Lyell Cash was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Harlowe, it was unanimously carried the minutes of February 10, 1965 be approved as submitted by the Clerk. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it was unanimously carried payroll warrants for the period of February 1st through 15th, 1965 be approved in the amount of $33,583-28, less warrants in the amount of $750 previously approved at the meeting of February lO, 19~o5. GENERAL WARRANTS On a motion by Councilman Crook, seconded by Councilman Scotto, it' 'Was'Unanimously carried general warrants in the amount of $154,865.80 be approved and ordered paid. PUBLIC HEARING REGARD lNG PROPOSED GAS FRANCHISE Public hearing was declared open by Hayor Buxton at 8:03 P.M. on the proposed granting of a franchise to Pacific Gas and Electric Company for the distribution of gas within the City. The City Attorney noted that the Notice of Intention to grant the franchise had be~ published as required by law, and a copy furnished the Division of Highways, State Department of Public Works. The City Cie rk stated that no written objections to the proposed franchise had been received, and there was no one present in audience requesting to be heard on the matter. Public hearing was declared closed at 8:06 P.M. INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 568 GRANTING P.G. & E. GAS FRANCHISE Ordinance No. 568, "Ordinance Granting To Pacific Gas And Electric Company, Its Successors And Assigns, The Franchise To Install, Maintain And Use Pipes And Appurtenances For Transmitting And Distributing Gas For Any And All Purposes Under, -Along, Across Or Upon The Public Streets .,And Places As The Same Now Or Play Hereafter Exist Within The City Of Ukiah" was read in full by the City Attorney and introduced by Councilman Scotto. VARIANCE APPLICATION NO. 65-11 BY JAMES L. CAGLE Ah!D DOROTHY M. CAGLE DENIED The City Attorney briefly reviewed the application of James L. and Dorothy M. Cagle for a variance to permit operation of a lumber yard and cut-off saws on property located at the intersection of Hain and Hill Streets and explained the action of the Planning Commission and the City Council taken on the application to this point. MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COIJNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 17, 1965 - PAGE 2 A petition signed by 59 residents and property owners in the surrounding area protesting the proposed variance because of anticipated saw and truck noise, dust and smoke presented to the Council by Mr. A. B. Broaddus, Ukiah Attorney. Mr. Broaddus stated the protestants were not aware of the public hearing held by the Planning Commission and questioned the adequacy of the notice procedure used for such hearings. Mr. Broaddus recom- mended either the denial of the variance by the Council, or referral of the application to the Planning Commission for further consideration and hearing. The City Attorney pointed out notice is given as prescribed by State Law which includes publication of a legal notice in the local newspaper and posting of the property involved. Approximately 18 interested persons were in the audience, of whom the following stated objection to the proposed variance: Harvey HcConnell - 618 Marshall Avenue Albert Hines - 607 S. State St. Vern Richardson - 150 Nendocino Pl. Warren Lampson- 15b~ E. Gobbi St. Hr. Charles Bell, Attorney for the present owner, pointed out that the property has been zoned for commercial use since zonin9 was first established in the City in 1949 and except for periodic agricultural use has been lyin9 vacant for many years. Hr. Cagle explained his intention to use the subject property For the business he now operates outside the city and answered questions concerning the nature of the operation. On a motion by Councilman Norgard, seconded by Councilman Crook, it was unanimously carried Variance No. 6~-11 be denied to James L. and Dorothy M. Cagle. Under the question Councilman Crook requested that the Planning Commission be advised of the reasons for denial of the variance and stated his appreciation of the work the Commission performs. The Council briefly discussed the possible need for re-evaluation of the notice procedure used in connection with public hearings. FIVE HINUTE RECESS At this point Mayor Buxton declared a five minute recess after which the Council reconvened at 9:b~8 P.PI. RES. NO. 65-b~3 GRANTING VAR lANCE TO UKIAH GE.~.!ERAL HOSPITAL On a motion by Councilman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Norgard, it was unanimously carried Resolution No. 65-43 be adopted and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same, "Resolution Granting Variance to Ukiah General Hospital." CHAMBER OF CONMERCF REQUEST FOR CiTY PURCHASE OF PR3PERTY FOR OFF-STREET PARKING LOT On behalf of the Merchants Division of the Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Tom Lode presented a request for City purchase of the block bounded by Pine, Standley, Oak and Perkins Streets for off- street parking from the proceeds of the sale of the municipal gas system. It was estimated that the property could be obtained for approximately $150,OOO; however, a firm price has not been obtained on two of the parcels involved. 6! MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH FEBRUARY 17, 1965 - PAGE 3 Mr. Lode stated that as alternatives to City purchase of the property some consideration had been given to proceeding by formation of a parking district or the sale of revenue bonds. Approximately 30 persons in the audience indicated their in- terest in the proposed project. Mayor Buxton agreed to appoint a member of the Council to work with the Merchants Division and the City Manager and City Attorney in developin9 the most feasible program to accomplish this project. 12TH DISTRICT FAIR BOARD SLIGGESTION RE. YOUTH CENTER Acting City Manager A. $. Kruth read a letter received from the 12th District Fair Board suggesting that a portion of the proceeds from the sale of the municipal gas system be ear-marked ~r the development of a Youth Council Center. CITY MANAGER MEMORANDUM RE. MAJOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM A memorandum from the City Manager dated February 17, 1965 was read advising the Council that a report will be submitted at the meeting of March 3rd as the result of an analysis of all major capital improvement projects involving the City, and recommending that no consideration be given toward com- mitting any portion of the proceeds from the sale of the gas system until the entire program is presented and discussed. 12TH DISTRICT FAIR BOARD REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF CARNIVAL LICENSE FEE A letter was read from the 12th District Fair Board requesting consideration of the waiver of the $1OO per day carnival license fee in consideration of the fees paid the City for special police services during each fair. Hr. Kruth advised the Council that a report and recommendation relative to this request will be submitted by the City Manager upon his return, and members of the Council agreed to defer a decision until that time. CHIEF OF POLICE TO ATTEND FBI NATIONAL ACADEMY Hr. Kruth read a letter received from J. Edgar Hoover extending an invitation to Chief Dorm Saulsbury to attend the Seventy- fifth Session of the FBI Natinal Academy beginnin9 March 8th. The City Manager's letter of acceptance on behalf of Chief Saulsbury was also read. ADJOURNMENT As there was no further regular business, Mayor Buxton declared the meeting adjourned at 10:52 P.M., after which the Council reconvened in closed personnel session. ATTEST: