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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
JANUARY 23, 1963
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council
Chambers at 8:OO P.M. wi th Mayor Wagner, Councilmen Runkel,
Buxton, Banker and Smalley present.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
On a motion by Councilman Runkel, seconded by Councilman Banker,
it was unanimously carried the minutes of January 16, 1963 be
approved as submitted by the Clerk.
APPROVAL OF WARRANTS:
On a motion by Councilman Runkel, seconded by Councilman Buxton,
it was unanimousl~y carried payroll warrants for the period
Jan. 1 to 15, 1963 be approved in the amount of $27,509.71 and
ordered paid.
STATE APPROVAL OF PROPOSED
TRAFFIC ORDINANCE - #553 & #554:
The City Attorney reported that the Sacramento office of the
State Division of Highways has indicated approval of proposed
traffic ordinances #553 and #554, however, prior to presentation
to the Council there are two items of question which require
further checking.
PROGRESS REPORT RE C.A.B. HEARING
(PACIFIC AIR LINES~ INC.)
The Council was advised of a meeting attended by the City Manager
and City Attorney in Sacramento with the State Aeronautics Board
on Monday, January 21st. The Board was sympathetic with the
City's position and indicated strong support. The Director was
authorized to attend the hearing to be held February 26th and to
cooperate in every way to further Ukiah's case.
'It was further reported that the County of Mendocino at its
regular meeting Tuesday, January 22nd, authorized and directed
the District Attorney to file a Petition of Intervention in
connection with the C.A.B. hearing.
REAPPORTIONMENT OF COUNTY
SUPERVtSORIAL DISTRICTS:
The City Attorney reported receiving a communication from the
League of Calif. Cities relative-to reapportionment of supervisor-
ial districtson an equal population basis with a request that the
Council indicate its position in this regard.
The League suggested that interested cities authorize their City
Attorneys to file amicus curiae briefs in the case of Griffin v.
Board of Supervisors of the County of Monterey S.F. No. 21243.
The Council unanimously agreed the City Attorney should file such
a brief in behalf of the City of Ukiah.
VAR lANCE APPLICATION #63-13
WM. ALLISON, 1096 SO. DORA:
Application for zone variance #63-13 by Dr. Wm. Allison to
permit construction of a professional dental office on existing
R- 1 property located at 1096 So. Dora was reviewed by the City
Manager. Accompanying data was presented along with the minutes
of the Planning Commission meeting held January 17, 1963, in
which it was recommended the variance be granted, subject to the
condition that off-street parking be provided to accommodate a
minimum of five vehicles.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
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On a motion by Councilman Banker, seconded by Councilman Smalley,
it 'was unanimously carried the City~ Attorney be instructed to
prepare a resolution .granting VarianCe #63-13 to Dr. William
Allison as outlined above, subject to the conditions that off-
street parking be provided for five vehicles and curb, gutter
and sidewalk be constructed by the property owner.
NOR TH BAY DIV. LEAGUE OF
CALIF. CITIES MEETING:
The City Manager reported that Senator Frank Petersen will be
guest speaker for the North Bay Division, League of Calif.
Cities meeting to be held in Ukiah on Saturday, January 26,
1963.
PROPOSAL BY TOM OSTER TO LEASE
AIRPORT SHOP BUILDING:
The Council was advised that Tom Oster has submitted a written
proposal to take over the lease of Shop #2 presently leased by
Frank Prentice at the Municipal Airport. This matter will be
submitted for Council consideration at a future meeting pending
further negotiations.
APPROVAL OF WARRANTS:
On a motion by Councilman Smalley, seconded by Councilman Runkel,
it was unanimously carried special' Warrants in the amount of
$21,478.33 be approved and ordered tpaid.
PAYMENT OF AD VALOREM TAXES:
It was reported that payment of 'ad valorem property taxes has
been received from the County in the amount of $73,790.00, an
increase of approximately $1,1OO over last year in general
fund revenue. The balance of accounts has been completed and
a budget analysis will be presented at the next meeting.
COUNCILMAN RUNKEL:
Councilman Runkel inquired i f'a'traffic count had been taken
at the Spring & Smith Street intersection and was informed that
it has, however, the figures have not been compiled.
The Director of Public Works advised the Council that he has
discussed wi th the Div. of Highways the.possibility of locating
a traffic signal at the Talmage Road intersection and they will
check their records and submit a recommendation as to their
attitude regarding this matter.
Mr. Runkel commented on the improved appearance of Main Street
since paving work has been completed.
GIBSON CREEK COOPERATIVE DRAINAGE PROJECT:
It was noted that the final agreement from the State on the
Gibson Creek cooperative drainage project in Oak Manor Subdiv-
ision has been received and will be presented for formal action'
at the next regular meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
As there was no further regular business, May~or~__~Wagner declared
the meeting adjourned at 9:00 P.M'
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