HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 05-02-62MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
MAY 2, 1962
The City Council convened in regular session in the Council
Chambers at 8:00 P.M. with Mayor Wagner, Councilmen Runkel,
Buxton and Smalley present. Councilman Banker was absent.
APPROVAL OF WARRANTS:
On a motion by Councilman Smalley, seconded by 'Councilman
Buxton, it was unanimously carried Payroll Warrants for the
period of April 15 to 30, 1962 be approved in the amount of
$27,578.49 and ordered paid.
On a motion by Councilman Runkel, seconded by Councilman Buxton,
it was unanimously carried General Warrants in the amount of
:$489.59 be approved and ordered paid.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
On a motion by Councilman Runkel, seconded by Councilman Smalley,
it was unanimously carried the minutes of April 25, 1962 be
approved as submitted by the Clerk.
RES. NO. 62-39 DECLARING WEEDS & RUBBLE
UPON PRIVATE PROPERTY TO BE PUBLIC NUISANCE
AND ORDERING ABATEMENT OF SAME:
COUNCILMAN BANKER ARRIVED AT THIS POINT IN THE MEETING - 8:05 P.M.
On a motion by Councilman Banker, seconded by Councilman Smalley,
it was unanimously carried Res. No. 62-39 be adopted and the
Mayor and Clerk'be authorized to sign same "Resolution Declaring
Weeds and Rubble Upon Private Property to be Public Nuisance and
Ordering Abatement of Same", public hearing to be held Wednes-
day, May 16, ]962 at 8:00 P.M. or soon thereafter.
STUDY SESSION ON PROPOSED
TRAFFIC ORDINANCE:
Based upon a recommendation by the City Attorney, the Council
agreed to meet in a special study session on Thursday, May 10,
1962 at 7:30 P.M. in the City Manager's Office to review a
proposed traffic ordinance.
REQUEST FOR 'LEGAL OPINION RE POSITION
OF GOLF PRO AND CONTRACT WITH CITY:
Rev. Ralph Fellerson was recognized representing the group pro-
testing the issuance of a beer license at the Municipal Clubhouse,
requesting a legal opinion from the City Attorney clarifying the
position of the golf pro and his contract with the City. Accord-
ing to Rev. Fellerson, he is seeking this information for submission
to the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board.
On a motion by Councilman Banker, seconded by Councilman Smalley,
it was unanimously carried the City Attorney be instructed to
submit a legal opinion to the Council for the next regular meet-
lng as to the position of the golf pro and his contract with the
City.
GEO. VON KAGLER COMPLAINT RE ROCK
CONDITION ON FORD STREET:
Mr. George Von Kagler was recognized protesting that the City,
in the course of installing a water main on Ford Street, created
a problem whereby he cannotabate the weeds in front of his
property. This matter will be investigated by the City Engineer.
MINUTES OF THE MEETIN6 OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
MAY 2, 1962 - PAGE 2.
REVISED PERMIT TO SUPPLY DOMESTIC
WATER - DEPT. OF PUBLIC HEALTH:
The City Manager reviewed a l'etter from the State Dept. of
Public Health, with attached revised permit, allowing the
City of Ukiah to supply domestic water with provisions as
outlined. This revised permit supersedes all domestic water
supply permits previously granted by either the State Board
or State Department of Public Health for this water system.
On a motion by Councilman Smalley, seconded by Councilman
Banker, it was unanimously carried revised permit dated
April 26, 1962 submitted by the State Department of Public
Health and the conditions as set forth in the permit, be
accepted covering the City of Ukiah domestic water supply.
PERMISSION GRANTED RODEO COMMITTEE
TO HOLD STREET PARADE - MAY 19~ 1962:
On a motion by Councilman Runkel, seconded by Councilman
Smal]ey', it was unanimously carried the rodeo committee be
granted permission to hold a street parade May 19, 1962 at
10:00 A,M, subject to required clearance by the Police and
Fi re Bepartments,
DISCUSSION OF REVISED RATES
FOR MUNICIPAL I~OLF COURSE:
Discussion of revised rates for the Municipal Golf Course was
deferred by request of the City Manager.
RES. NO. 62-38 61RANTING VARIANCE TO
MARIE CAPE~ 1498 LOCKWOOD DRIVE:
The Planning Commission minutes of April 19, 1962 were reviewed
by the City Manager setting forth the recommendation that
Variance No. 62-9 be granted Marie Cape, 1498 Lockwood Drive
to permit operation of a telephone answering service subject to
the following conditions:
1. That in consideration of Sec. 31.11 (c)~of Ordinance No. 429
the opinion of the City Attorney be obtained as to the legality
of the use of this property for a home occupation.
2. That there be no signs posted on the property in connection with
the proposed use, and
3. That there be no additional parking required for the conduct of
this operation.
On a motion by Councilman Runkel, seconded by 'Councilman Buxton,
it was unanimously carried Res. 62-38 be adopted and the Mayor
and Clerk be authorized to sign same "Resolution Granting Variance
to Marie Cape" to permit operation of a telephone answering
service at 1498 Lockwood Drive.
COMPLAINT BY HERBERT WARD RE
CONDITION OF CHERRY STREET:
Mr. Herbert Ward 205 Cherry Street was recognized requesting
that the City correct the condition of Cherry Street to the
railroad (across from Apple Ave.) This matter will be investi-
gated by the City Engineer.
COMPLAINT BY GEO. STRICKLAND
RE DUST PROBLEM - CHERRY STREET:
Mr. George Strickland, 203 Cherr.y Street, was recognized
complaining that a dust problem ~s created by logging trucks
operating from private property located on Cherry Street. This
matter will also be investigated by the City Engineer.
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
MAY 2, 1962 - PAGE
INQUIRY BY GEORGE VON KAGLER
REGARDING ZONING:
Mr. Geo. Von Kagler inquired if a plan was being worked on
for re-zoning within the City and was informed that the
Planning Commission is presently working on a zoning plan
and map.
DISCUSSION RE DEFECTIVE CURB,
GUTTER AND SIDEWALK REPLACEMENT:
A memorandum from the City Attorney was read setting forth
procedures for financing the repair of defective sidewalks.
After considerable discussion it was agreed property owners
on Church Street be contacted regarding their willingness
to replace the sidewalk in the area under construction.
ORD. #$51 AUTHORIZING A CONTRACT BETWEEN
THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION
OF THE CALIF. STATE EMPLOYEES" RETIREMENT SYSTEM:
On a motion by Councilman Buxton, seconded by Counci]man
S'malley, it was unanimously carried Ord, #551 be adopted and
the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to sign same "Ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Ukiah Authorizing a Contract
Between the City Council and the Board of Administration of
the California State Employees' Retirement System",
AUTO 'SAFETY CHECK:
The City Manager displayed a sample bumper strip which wi 11 be
distributed during the auto safety check to be held toward the
end of May.
HOLY TRINITY CHURCH STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL:
On a motion by Councilman Smalley, seconded by Councilman
8uxton, it was unanimously carried the request of the Holy
Tronity Church be granted to permit closing off Henry Street
between Pine and Bush on June 2nd in connection with its
annual Strawberry Festival, sub~ect to Fire and Police approval.
SANITATION DISTRICT MEETING:
It was noted that the date of the Ukiah Valley Sanitation
District meeting has been changed to Monday, May 7th at 9:30 P,M,
LETTER FROM CAL-NEVA AIR~ INC.:
The Council was advised of a reply from Cal Neva Air, Inc.
accepting the City Manager's invitation to meet with City
officials regarding scheduled air service to the Ukiah area.
The Airport Commission will be contacted in an effort to establish
a meeting date.
COUNCILMAN RUNKEL:
Mr. Runkel inquired as to the cost of maintaining the Bookmobile
and County Library project and was informed there is no expense
to either the County or City as the project is financed by the
State.
COUNCILMAN SMALLEY:
Councilman Smalley gave a brief report on the North B_ay League
of Calif, Cities meeting held in Calls,toga on April 28th and
complimented the City Manager on the panel discussion re municipal
budge t ing,
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UKIAH
MAY 2, 1962 - PAGE 4.
ADJOURNMENT:
As there was no further regular business, Mayor Wagner
declared the meeting adjourned at 9:45 P.M.
ATTEST:
C I T¥ CLERK '
'MAYOR ~'~/