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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 11-28-62MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH NOVEMBER 28, 1962 The City Council convened in regular session in the Council Chambers at 8:00 P.M. with Mayor Wagner, Councilmen Runkel, Buxton and Banker present. Councilman Smalley was absent. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On a motion by Counc|lman Runkel, seconded by Councilman Banker, it was unanimously carried the minutes of November 21, 1962 be approved as submitted by the Clerk. WESTERN UNION TARIFF REGULATIONS: The City Attorney reported receiving a list of Western Union tarrif regu- lations proposed to reduce some rates and to increase others on a state- wide basis. A summary report will be made to the Council on this subject at a future meeting. FIRE DEPT. RULES & REGULATIONS: The City Manager requested action on Fi re Department Rules and Regulations be deferred to a future meeting. CITY V. C.A.B. (PACIFIC AIR LINES INC,_)_ The Council was advised that the Mendocino County Board of Supervisors agrees to share 50% of the cost for personal representation at the pre-hearing conference in Washington, D. C. in the case of City v. C.A.B. Based on the action of the Board of Supervisors, the City Attorney requested a continuance of the Federal Court Hearing scheduled to be held in San Francisco on December 3, 1962. COUNCILMAN SMALLEY ARRIVED AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING - 8:07 P.M. On a motion by Councilman Smalley, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was carried by a 4-1 roll call vote the City Attorney be instructed to attend pre-hearing conference scheduled December 14, 1962 in Washington, D. C. AYES: Councilmen Buxton, Banker, Smalley and Wagner. NOES: Councilman Runkel. ABSENT: None VARIANCE APPLICATION #63-10 TED BURNETTE, 789 LIVE OAK: Variance Application #63-10 by Ted Burnette, 789 Live Oak, to permit a six foot paling fence on property line on Cypress Avenue and attached plot plan were reviewed along with the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting held November 15, 1962 in which the application was denied. Slides were shown by Mr. Burnette. Also read, as pertinent to the applica- tion, were letters from several adjacent property owners expressing no oppos|tion to the fence. On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Councilman Smalley, it was carried by a 4-1 roll call vote the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution granting Variance #63-10 to Ted Burnette as set forth in his application. AYES: Councilman Runkel, Buxton, Smalley and Wagner. NOES: Councilman Banker. ABSENT: None REQUEST TO CALL FOR BIDS FOR PETROLEUM PRODUCTS - 1963: On a motion by Counc|lman Runkel, seconded by Councilman Banker, it was unanimously carried the Clerk be authorized to call for bids for petroleum products, bids to be opened at 2:00 P.M. December 18, 1962. REQUEST FOR ABANDONMENT OF A PORTION OF HORTENSE STREET' A request by John Nelson that the City abandon all portions of Hortense Street lying north of the north line of Smith Street was reviewed along with a sketch showing the area in question. Mr. Albert R. Ganter was present protesting abandonment of the street on the basis it would prohibit the development of two building lots at the rear of his property. Mr. Nelson's request was based on the fact that he wishes to utilize a portion of the street for a swimming pool and to fence the area. On a motion by Councilman Banker, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unanimously carried the request of Mr. John Nelson to abandon all portions of Hortense Street lying north of the north line of Smith Street be denied and a letter be directed to Mr. Nelson advising him of this action. The City Manager will inspect the property regarding removal of debris. STATE PROPOSAL FOR SIGNS ON FREEWAY- The City Manager reported receiving a proposal from the State regarding signs for the freeway. Some discussion will be required with the County and Chamber of Commerce to clarify several points in question. WAUGH LANE DRAINAGE PROJECT: The Council was advised the installation of culvert in the Waugh Lane drainage project is progressing and the County will participate by cleaning the portion of the ditch outside the City Limits. ALEX THOMAS DRAINAGE PROBLEM' The City Manager will submit a memo to the Council regarding the Alex Thomas drainage problem. CITY MANAGER PRO TEMPORE: A memorandum from the City Manager was read recommending Council approval of the following appointments as City Manager Pro Tempore in the order listed' 1. Director of Public Works 2. City Attorney 3. Director of Finance A. S. Kruth H. A. Irish R. S. Davis On a motion by Councilman Smalley, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unanimously carried appointments made by the City Manager in his memorandum of November 27, 1962 be approved. UNIVERSITY OF CALIF. COURSE ON AIRPORT PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT AND USER TAXATION FINANCING: The Council approved the City Manager's request to attend the University of California course on Airport Property Development-Non-Aviation Activities and User Taxation Financing to be held at Fresno State College January 9 to 11, 1963. COUNCILMAN RUNKEL: Mr. Runkel reported a complaint that warning lights were not placed on street work on Standley and Pine Street. Mr. Runkel also suggested the City Hall roof be checked to prevent further leaking. ADJOURNMENT As there was no further regular business Mayor Wagn~_E_~dec la red the meeting adjourned at 9:50 P.M ~ ATTEST: ~' cITY CLEF[K ~' - REQUEST FOR ABANDONMENT OF A PORTION OF HORTENSE STREET' A request by John Nelson that the City abandon all portions of Hortense Street lying north of the north line of Smith Street was reviewed along with a sketch showing the area in question. Mr. Albert R. Ganter was present protesting abandonment of the street on the basis it would prohibit the development of two building lots at the rear of his property. Mr. Nelson's request was based on the fact that he wishes to utilize a portion of the street for a swimming pool and to fence the area. On a motion by Councilman Banker, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unanimously carried the request of Mr. John Nelson to abandon all portions of Hortense Street lying north of the north line of Smith Street be denied and a letter be directed to Mr. Nelson advising him of this action. The City Manager will 'inspect the property regarding removal of debris. STATE PROPOSAL FOR SIGNS ON FREEWAY: The City Manager reported receiving a proposal from the State regarding signs for the freeway. Some discussion will be required with the County and Chamber of Commerce to clarify several points in question. WAUGH LANE DRAINAGE PROJECT' The Council was advised the installation of culvert in the ~/augh Lane drainage project is progressing and the County will participate by cleaning the portion of the ditch outside the City Limits. ALEX THOMAS DRAINAGE PROBLEM' The City Manager will submit a memo to the Council regarding the Alex Thomas drainage problem. CITY MANAGER PRO TEMPORE: A memorandum from the City Manager was read recommending Council approval of the following appointments as City Manager Pro Tempore in the order listed' 1. Director of Public Works 2. City Attorney 3. Director of Finance A. S. Kruth H. A. Irish R. S. Da'vis On a motion by Councilman Smalley, seconded by Councilman Buxton, it was unanimously carried appointments made by the City Manager in his memorandum of November 27, 1962 be approved. UNIVERSITY OF CALIF. COURSE ON AIRPORT PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT AND USER TAXATION FINANCING: The Council approved the City Manager's request to attend the University of California course on Airport Property Development-Non-Aviation Activities and User Taxation Financing to be held at Fresno State College January 9 to ll, 1963. COUNCILMAN RUNKEL' Mr. Runkel reported a complaint that warning lights were not placed on street work on Standley and Pine Street. Mr. Runkel also suggested the City Hall roof be checked to prevent further leaking. ADJOURNMENT As there was no further regular business Mayor Wagn_e~[L.~declared the meeting adjourned at 9:50 P.M .. / ATTEST: