HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 05-09-62MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE 'CITY OF UKIAH
MAY 9, 1962
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council
Chambers at 8:00 P.M. wi th Mayor Wagner, Councilmen Runkel,
Banker and Smalley present. Councilman Buxton was absent and
the City Attorney was also absent due to illness.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
On a motion bY Councilman Smalley, seconded by Councilman
RUnkel, it was unanimously carried the minutes of May 2, 1962
be approved as submitted by the Clerk.
DISCUSSION MEETING RE TRAFFIC
ORDINANCE POSTPONED:
The discussion meeting scheduled for Thursday, May 10, 1962
re the Traffic Ordinance was postponed indefinitely due to the
illness of the City Attorney.
FREEWAY CONSTRUCTION IN
BRUSH STREET AREA:
The Council was advised that preliminary freeway plans are
being prepared by the State Division of Highways for the Brush
Street area in which the City water Wells #1 and #2 are located.
The State proposed that Brush Street end in a cul de sac,
eliminating access to and from City property. Under consider-
ation is the construction of a 20' wide ramp to provide access
to the freeway.
Further consideration will be given this matter prior to dis-
cussion with the State representative who is expected in Ukiah
in the near future.
DISCUSSION OF REVISION OF
RATES - MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE:
A memorandum dated May 9, 1962 was reviewed by the City Manager
setting forth recommendations by the Recreation and Parks
Commission for changes in green fees and membership fees for
patrons of the Municipal Golf Course.
After considerable discussion it was agreed action be deferred
on this matter pending further investigation by the Council.
DISCUSSION OF CURB, GUTTER
AND SIDEWALK PROGRAM:
The City Manager requested that discussion of curb, gutter and
sidewalk program be postponed to a future meeting.
PROPOSAL BY ANDY'S AIRCRAFT SALES
TO LEASE AIRPORT PROPERTY:
A letter from Andy's Aircraft Sales was read by the City Manager,
proposing to lease an area at the Airport 150' x 100' for air-
craft tiedown and display purposes. Mr. Anderson's proposal to
use a housetrailer for office purposes does not comply with City
regulations , however, a small building could be constructed
which would be moveable.
Don Rones, Chairman of the Airport Commission, was present and
reported that the Commission feels the type operation proposed
by Mr. Anderson would be an asset to the Airport, however, the
members of the Commission were not in agreement with the lease
terms proposed.
The Council was in general agreement with the operation proposed
and instructed the City Manager and City Attorney work with
Mr. Anderson regarding the details of the lease.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
MAY 9, 1962 - PAGE 2.
MEETING SCHEDULED WITH REPRESENTATIVES
OF CAL-NEVA AIR~ INC...
A luncheon meeting was scheduled for'Friday, May 18, 1962
for members of the Council and Airport Commission to meet
with representatives of Cal-Neva Air, Inc. regarding proposed
scheduled air service to the Ukiah area.
Based upon a request by the Airport Commission, its members
will meet with the City Council at the regular meeting of
May 16, 1962.
CHANNEL STABILIZATION & FLOOD
CONTROL WORK - RUSSIAN RIVER:
The City Manager reported receiving a revised deed-agreement
from the Mendocino County Russian River Flood Control & Water
Conservation Improvement District covering channel stabilizat-
ion and flood control work on city property. It was noted
that the main points objected to in the original agreement have
been taken care of in the revised document.
The Council was in general agreement with the deed-agreement
as revised subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
REVISED ROUTING OF RODEO
PARADE - MAY 19, 1962:
On a motion by Councilman Smalley, seconded by Councilman Banker,
it was unanimously carried revised parade route proposed by the
City Manager and rodeo parade committee be approved as outlined.
REIMBURSEMENT TO CITY MANAGER AS
MEMBER OF COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT BOARD:
The City Manager reported that, as a member of the Mendocino
County Redevelopment Board, he is entitled to payment of $20.00
per month plus mileage. He will turn this reimbursement over
to the City for the reason that he feels his membership on this
Board is within the scope of his duties as City Manager.
APPROVAL OF WARRANT:
On a motion by Councilman Banker, seconded by Councilman Smalley,
it was unanimously carried General Warrant #3061 be approved for
payment to Arnold Book in the amount of $171.49 to cover
expenses of attending the Western States Crime Conference in
Tacoma.
FRANK ZEEK RE ON-SALE BEER
LICENSE AT THE CLUBHOUSE:
Mr. Frank Zeek was recognized representing the group protesting
the issuance of an on-sale beer license at the Muncipal Clubhouse.
Mr. Zeek was protesting on the basis of procedure being contrary
to the Zoning Ordinance and was informed that his inquiry would
require an opinion from the City Attorney.
Copies of the City Attorney's legal opinion regarding the golf
pro and his contract with the City were presented to Rev.
Stearns and Mr. Zeek.
COUNCILMAN RUNKEL..
Councilman Runkel noted an error in the Planning Commission
minutes of May 3, 1962 regarding the proposed re-zoning of the
area at the intersection of North(instead of South) Oak Street
and Low Gap Road to an R-3 District.
ADJOURNMENT: As there was no further reQular bu,-i-ness, Mavor Waoner
~e-~lJared the meeting adjourned at 9:~O~P~.~. ~_~ ' ~
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