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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 09-06-00MINUTES OF THE UKIAH CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting Wednesday, September 6, 2000 The Ukiah City Council met at a Regular Meeting on September 6, 2000, the notice for which had been legally noticed and posted, at 6:35 p.m. in the Civic Center Council Chambers, 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah, California. Roll was taken and the following Councilmembers were present: Smith, Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. Councilmembers absent: Libby. Staff present: Finance Director Elton, Assistant City Manager Fierro, City Manager Horsley, City Attorney Rapport, Deputy Public Works Director Seanor, Planning Director Stump, Building Inspector Tuliback, Police Chief Williams, and City Clerk Ulvila. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Baldwin led the Pledge of Allegiance. URGENCY ITEM: Mayor Mastin announced that there is a need to take immediate action and that the need for action came to the attention of the City subsequent to the agenda being posted. The Urgency Item concerns Rural Communities Housing Development Corporation's request to waive requirements for separate sewer laterals under Ukiah Municipal Code Section 3701.5, and will be heard under New Business, Item 11-a-1. City Attorney Rapport advised that a unanimous vote of Council would be required to include the item on the Agenda. MIS Ashiku/Smith to add the Urgency Item concerning Rural Communities Housing Corporation's request to waive requirements for separate sewer laterals under Ukiah Municipal Code Section 3701.5 on the agenda as item 11-a~1, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None. 4. COMMENDATION a. Walter Duncan Mayor Mastin read a Commendation presented to Walter Duncan in appreciation for his 33+ years of dedicated service to the City of Ukiah. Walter Duncan thanked everyone and said it has been fun working for the City. 3. PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS a. Undoin.q Racism Day: September 20, 2000 Mayor Mastin read a Proclamation designating September 20, 2000 as Undoing Racism Day in Ukiah to reaffirm the City's commitment to ensure equality and freedom for all the people regardless of race, religion, sexual preference, or gender. PRESENTATION Presentation Re,qardin,q Efforts Toward Combatinq Hate Crimes and Bias- September 6, 2000 Page 1 of 11 Motivated Incidents LaCretia Peoples, Chairperson of the Community Concern Committee of Ukiah, spoke to Council about the proposed Mendocino County Policy Council on Hate Crimes & Bias Motivated Incident (Policy Council) and discussed how the organization was formed. Their vision is to create a climate that will condemn and deter the occurrence of hate crimes and bias-motivated activities in our communities and on school grounds. The Policy Council is organizing a public forum to be held on September 19, 2000. Booker Nell, U. S. Department of Justice representative, addressed Council concerning the Justice Department's involvement in community relations and co-sponsoring such events as a community forum. He discussed the increase in hate crimes in the nation and that many go unreported. He reported speaking with Police Chief Williams concerning hate crimes and feels the Police Department has met the challenge in a positive way. As with many groups, a plan is being put into place to deter this type of activity in communities. Mayor Mastin advised that he has been an active participant of the Policy Council and it is seeking input from the community concerning the proposed procedures and protocols for appropriate handling of such situations. Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin and Ashiku expressed their strong support of the proposed procedures and protocols, and the efforts of the Policy Council. 6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Special Meetin,q of June 28, 2000 b. Re,qular Meeting of July 19, 2000 c. Adjourned Meetin,q of Au,qust 18, 2000 MIS BaldwinlAshiku approving the minutes of the Special Meeting of June 28, 2000, Regular Meeting of July 19, 2000, and the Adjourned Meeting of August 18, 2000 as presented, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Regular Meeting of August 2, 2000 - Continued Regular Meeting of August 16, 2000 - Continued Adjourned Meeting of August 23, 2000 - Continued 7. RIGHT TO APPEAL DECISION Mayor Mastin read the appeal process. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilmember Baldwin requested Item k be pulled from the Consent Calendar for discussion. MIS SmithlAshiku approving items a through j, and item I of the Consent Calendar as follows: a. Received Report to City Council Regarding Purchase of School Street Lighting September 6, 2000 Page 2 of 11 bo f. g. h. i. j. I. Project Electrical Materials From Platt Electric Supply For $5,518.01; Approved Disbursements for Month of August 2000; Received Report of the Acquisition of Services from Daniel Steel and Machine Works in the Amount of $5,774.13; Received Notification of Extension of Option for Ground Lease Renewal by Mendocino Solid Waste Management Authority; Adopted Resolution No. 2001-18 Amending Appendix to City Conflict of Interest Code; Approved Budget Amendment for City Clerk Department Cassette Recorder and High Speed Duplicator Equipment; Awarded Bid for Purchase of One Heart Monitor/Defibrillator in the Amount of $11,960 to Medtronic Physio-Control as a Sole Source Provider; Rejected Claim for Damages from Henry L. Deroches, and Referred to Joint Powers Authority, Redwood Empire Municipal Insurance Fund; Authorized Sole Source Procurement of Scrap Metal Removal Services to Chico Scrap Metal in the Amount of $25,000; Awarded Bid for 1/~ Ton Pick-Up to Lasher Dodge for the Sum of $15,292.56; Adopted Ordinance No. 1031 Amending the Airport Industrial Park Planned Development. Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None. 10. PUBLIC HEARING (7:00 P.M.) A,,dopt Resolution Orderinq the Abatement of the Nuisance by Condemninq and Razinq or Removin.q Structures Located on Property at 190 Rupe Street (Owner: Catherine Golden; Assessor's Parcel Number 003-140-01) Planning Director Stump discussed the history concerning the property located at 190 Rupe Street with regard to numerous building, health, and safety code violations found to be present over a long period of time, and the owner's lack of action to correct the citied violations. He discussed communicating with Catherine Golden, one of the property owners, concerning the condition of her property, however no action by Mrs. Golden has transpired. He recommended Council approve a Resolution ordering the abatement of the nuisance by condemning and razing or removing structures located on the property. Public Hearing Opened: 7:04 p.m. William French, Ukiah, expressed concern with the former C.E.D. Building that was built in 1940s and was moved to this location in the 1950s. He felt it is one of the few art deco designed buildings in Ukiah and has historic significance to the community. He preferred that the eastern and northern walls of the building be preserved. Maureen Gannon Reid, advised that she is representing her father (Gannon)who is part owner of the property with Catherine Golden. She apologized for the condition of the property and advised that her father supports staff's efforts. They have obtained an estimate for demolition of the old Foster's Freeze building and it should be completed by September 6, 2000 Page 3 of 11 the end of October. They are attempting to hire someone to demolish the old Safeway building and clean up the former CHP building. She provided Mr. Stump with contact phone numbers. Public Hearing Closed: 7:09 p.m. Discussion followed concerning the conditions of the structures and possible historical significance. There was also a brief discussion of the possible use of the former C.E.D. and CHP buildings for a homeless shelter. Mr. Stump advised that it has been determined that the buildings are an immediate threat to the public safety, and as such, the Building Code allows the City to execute the demolition process 30 days after adoption of the Resolution. MIS AshikulBaldwin adopting Resolution No. 2001-20, Declaring a Nuisance at 190 Rupe Street, Ordering Abatement of Same and Approving Findings in Support Thereof, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None. City Manager Horsley thanked Mrs. Reid for attending the meeting. 10. b. PUBLIC HEARING (7:00 P.M.) Adopt Resolution ApprovinR an Application for Fundinq and Contract Execution for the Enterprise Fund Component of the Economic Development Allocation of the State of California Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Pro,qram Assistant City Manager Fierro discussed the City's interest in submitting an application for $500,000 from the Enterprise Fund component of the Economic Development Allocation of the State of California, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Program monies would become a pool of revenue that can be loaned at competitive rates to eligible Ukiah businesses to spur economic development. These businesses in-turn must earmark their loan packages to create jobs for Iow and moderate wage earners. He explained that the Program targets those individuals who are attempting to make it on their own without the assistance of welfare, and that the jobs would be entry level positions. City Manager Horsley explained that the program provides an opportunity for individuals to become higher wage earners and that businesses would not be able to obtain these loans for any other purpose. Discussion continued concerning the program with regard to Iow paying jobs and the various skills needed to enter the job market. Public Hearing opened: 7:18 p.m. Jim Mulheren, 621 Capps Lane, discussed individuals who could benefit from rehabilitation programs, learning job skills, and social skills associated with holding a job. September 6, 2000 Page 4 of 11 Ed Hamett, Ukiah, was opposed to creating a group of Iow-income individuals and noted the lack of benefits paid to Iow income wage earners. He felt more information is needed concerning the program. Eric Larson, 123 Clara Avenue, advised that as an employer, he has been involved with training people with Iow job skills and noted that a lot of time is spent training these individuals. He was supportive of opportunities for small businesses and felt the program would be of benefit to a number of individuals. Public Hearing Closed: 7:24 p.m. MIS AshikulSmith adopting Resolution No. 2001-20, Approving an Application and Contract Execution for Funding from the Economic Development Allocation for the State Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and Authorizing the Execution of a Grant Agreement and Any Amendments Thereto with the State of California for the Purposes of this Grant. Councilmember Baldwin advised that he will support the Resolution, however, he will also bring forth a Living Wage Ordinance to Council in the near future. Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None. 9. AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Paul Andersen, 309 Jones Street, encouraged Council to, in light of the recent abatement process approved by Council, draft a nuisance abatement ordinance for the City. He expressed his concern that the City has taken so long to act the Rupe Street property and on the Palace Hotel with regard to abating a public nuisance. He read excerpts from the General Plan concerning the State Street corridor being a gateway to the City and discussed impressions of visitors to the community. He encouraged more tourism in the community and beautification improvements to State Street. NEW BUSINESS 1 la-1. Rural Communities Housinq Development Corporation Request to Waive Requirements For Separate Sewer Laterals Under Ukiah Municipal Code Section 3701.5 Deputy Public Works Director Seanor discussed the request of Rural Community Housing Development Corporation (RCHDC) to waive the requirement for separate sewer laterals under the Ukiah Municipal Code (UMC) Section 3701.5. RCHDC proposes to construct three apartment buildings for the mentally ill on a parcel that has been approved for a minor subdivision to create two separate parcels. The Improvement Plans show construction of the sewer to two adjacent but separate parcels. UMC Section 3704.3 requires separate sewer laterals to serve separate buildings located on separate legal parcels. Because of the topography of the parcels, gravity sewer laterals must be connected to the public sewer main located on State Street. RCHDC does not have September 6, 2000 Page 5 of 11 sufficient right-of-way access to construct two gravity sewer laterals from their property to State Street. It has sufficient right-of-way access for only a single gravity sewer lateral. He explained that RCHDC proposes to execute and record a sewer maintenance agreement and the joint-use and maintenance agreement will obligate the owners of the two parcels to maintain the single gravity sewer lateral at their expense. He discussed other possible sewer options. He recommended adoption of the Resolution approving the waiver pursuant to UMC Section 3701.5 under the condition that the agreement would be properly executed and recorded. City Attorney Rapport noted that the proposed maintenance agreement would include a provision for selling the parcels in the future in that the new owners would be subject to the maintenance agreement. He noted that the City's interest is protected. Duane Hill, Executive Director of RCHDC, discussed the chronically ill population of the community and that a site management plan will be instituted on site. In conjunction with the Mendocino County Mental Health Department, neighborhood meetings were held during the early stages of development of the project. Use Permit and Site Development Permit Public Hearings have been held and the Use Permit was approved approximately six months ago. He explained that letters were sent to residents in the neighborhood and he went door to door on two occasions to discuss the project with the neighborhood. Only one individual expressed concern with traffic generated by the project. Tom Mon Pere, 1129 West Church Street, explained that a Public Hearing was held before Council about five years ago and the Site Development Permit hearings were conducted about two years ago. Discussion followed concerning the amount of elapsed time since the Public Hearings were held. It was noted by the City Attorney that there is no time limit on Site Development Permits. He further explained that permits are valid for two years and could be extended for an additional year by the Planning Director. MIS Baldwin/Ashiku adopting Resolution No. 2001-21, Waiving Sewer Ordinance Requirement Pursuant to Ukiah City Code Section 3701.5, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None. NEW BUSINESS 11a. Approval of Policy for Solicitation of Proposals for Bankinq Services Finance Director Elton advised that the City has had a successful banking relationship with Westamerica Bank since 1995. The City has not adopted a policy establishing a specific timeframe for soliciting proposals for banking services. He explained that other banks have expressed interest in serving the City's banking needs. Switching from one bank to another involves additional expense for replacing check stock and forms, and there is time required of staff to implement the changes and develop the working relationship with a new bank. Additionally, providing the background information to banks interested in submitting proposals to the City requires staff time. He recommended September 6, 2000 Page 6 of 11 establishing a specific time frame for soliciting banking service proposals of five years. He discussed the various banking service needs of the City. MIRC Baldwin/Ashiku directing Staff to Request Proposals for Banking Services; Establish a Policy of Soliciting Proposals for Banking Services Every Five (5) Years; and Appoint an Ad Hoc Committee to Review the Banking Proposals and Submit a Recommendation to the City Council, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None. NEW BUSINESS 11b. Status Report Re,qardin.q Community Cultural Arts and Recreation Center City Manager Horsley explained that in March 2000, the City completed a CDBG Planning and Technical Assistance grant for the development of a community recreation facility to be located on the proposed school site previously occupied by Montgomery Wards. The City has been working with a Steering Committee (Committee) comprised of representatives of the Ukiah Valley Cultural Arts and Recreation Committee, Ukiah Unified School District, County of Mendocino, several community based organizations, members of the public, and Councilmember Libby. She discussed the CDBG Implementation Plan and the visioning process completed by the Committee. The Committee has also started a public outreach effort and a letter will be sent to the public soon. Councilmember Baldwin advised that he remains skeptical of how the facility will be maintained by a private non-profit organization without tax funding. He questioned if a non-profit group constructs the facility with the assistance of special interest groups, would recreation time be allotted to the poor people of Ukiah. He is of the opinion that the project is in need of a serious needs assessment. City Manager Horsley explained that staff would be involved with the County regarding goals, guidelines, and other issues. She discussed sharing classrooms in the evenings and sharing the building and facilities. She further discussed conducting City recreational classes at the facility and the fees could pay for the use of the facilities from the income generated. Karen Yoast, Executive Assistant to the City Manager, advised that the Committee has expressed similar concerns as Councilmember Baldwin. She has additional copies of the needs assessment available in her office. Recessed: 8:00 p.m. Reconvened: 8:09 p.m. 11c. Approve Selection of Local Streets for Rehabilitation Work to be Funded Throuqh the 2000 STIP Auqmentation Deputy Public Works Director Seanor advised that the Mendocino Council of Governments (MCOG) has informed staff of a new cycle of funds available through the 2000 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) Augmentation. Based on the proposed distribution, the City of Ukiah will receive $910,626 for street rehabilitation work. September 6, 2000 Page 7 of 11 He displayed a map showing the completed streets in the 1998 STIP, streets recommended for rehabilitation and reconstruction, and streets designated for preventative maintenance. He discussed the rehabilitation project for the 2000 STIP Augmentation and noted a total of 86 street sections are proposed for repair under the 2000 STIP at a total estimated cost of $910,611. He provided Council with list of arterial, collector, and residential/local streets slated for repairs with highlighted changes. Discussion followed concerning Councilmembers' residences being located within 300 feet of a project site. There was also discussion concerning the slurry seal process and extending the life of pavement on streets. City Manager Horsley discussed using some of the funds for rehabilitation of Talmage Road and that staff is working with Caltrans on the issue. She explained that there is money available from MCOG for improvements to railroad crossings and that both sides of the railroad crossing on Talmage Road are scheduled to receive funding for repairs. City Attorney Rapport discussed regulations under the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) in which a decision maker, living within 300 feet of a project, could assume to have a financial impact on their property if it is increased or decreased by $10,000. He recommended that if a Councilmember lives within 300 feet of a street segment proposed, they should declare a conflict of interest and not attempt to influence the vote of Council concerning that street segment. Upon discussion with Mr. Seanor, it has been determined that Councilmembers Smith and Baldwin have a potential conflict of interest concerning street segments. M/RC AshikulBaldwin approving the Selection of Local Streets for Rehabilitation Work to be Funded Through the 2000 STIP Augmentation, excluding Willow Street from Dora to Spring Streets, Dora Street from Grove to Mill Streets, and West Standley Street from Barnes to Dora, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None. M/RC AshikulSmith approving Willow Street from Dora to Spring and Dora Street from Grove to Mill for the 2000 STIP Augmentation, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmembers Libby and Baldwin. ABSTAIN: None. M/RC Ashiku/Baldwin approving West Standley Street from Barnes to Dora for the 2000 STIP Augmentation, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Smith and Libby. ABSTAIN: None. NEW BUSINESS 11d. Award of Bid for Economic Development Brochures and City Newsletter Assistant City Manager Fierro advised that an economic development brochure is needed to provide developers a good business overview of Ukiah. Another key ingredient to economic development success involves the expansion of tourism and the development September 6, 2000 Page 8 of 11 of a visitors' brochure. He also discussed production of a City Newsletter that would be mailed with the utility bills. Discussion followed concerning who would determine the content of the economic brochure, visitors' brochure, and City Newsletter. Council reviewed the proposals received from Creative Workshop, GREENMAC, and Visual Identity. Council selected the City of Clearlake's brochure as a good standard to base our brochures. A comparison of bids and a review of samples submitted followed. M/RC AshikulBaldwin to hire GREENMAC to prepare Economic Development Brochures and to hire Creative Workshop to prepare the City newsletter, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None. NEW BUSINESS 11e. Award of Bid for Web-Paqe Development Councilmember Ashiku declared a potential conflict of interest concerning the Agenda item because one of the bidders designs his Web Page. He left the meeting at 8:50 p.m. Assistant City Manager Fierro discussed the bids received for Web Page development for the City. Mayor Mastin explained that Digital Odyssey lists Mendocino College as a reference and he inquired of the City Attorney if he would have a conflict of interest since he is an employee of Mendocino College. City Attorney Rapport advised that award of a bid to Digital Odyssey would not have a financial affect on Mendocino College and he should disqualify himself if there would be a financial impact on him. Discussion followed concerning the content of the City's Web Page. MIRC Baldwin/Smith awarding bid for Web-Page development to Digital Odyssey in the amount of $6,000. Paul Andersen, Ukiah, advised that he has expertise in designing Web Pages and felt it is important to provide links to other areas that would provide information to the business community and visitors of Ukiah. He recommended Council not act on the matter at this time and that $6,000 for a Web Page is not much money to pay for this service. He explained that there are other firms that specialize in government Web sites and can work with local teams. He suggested the Web site allow residents to pay bills online and to download forms from various departments. Phillip Ashiku, Ukiah, explained that the City's needs could be met if they are articulated to the Web Page designer. Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin, and September 6, 2000 Page 9 of 11 Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmembers Libby and Ashiku. ABSTAIN: None. 8:57 p.m. - Councilmember Ashiku returned to the meeting. NEW BUSINESS 11f. Discussion of Possible Cancellation of September 20, 2000 City Council Meetin,q City Manager Horsley explained that there appears to be not much business for the September 20, 2000 meeting and that Council would need to approve cancellation of the meeting. M/RC AshikulBaldwin making the determination that it is appropriate to cancel the September 20, 2000 meeting, carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Smith, Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmember Libby. ABSTAIN: None. 9:02 p.m. - Councilmember Smith left the meeting. NEW BUSINESS 8k. Adopted Ordinance No. 1030 Revisin.q Ukiah Municipal Code Division 9, Chapter 2, Article 15.5 (Homeless Facilities) Councilmember Baldwin explained that he requested this matter be pulled from the Consent Calendar because, in his opinion, the Guidelines don't fit the Ordinance. He discussed the PAL building as well as the property on Rupe Street scheduled for demolition that are both located in the C-2 Zoning District. He also noted that the future expansion of the Museum might affect the PAL building location. He noted that the hospital on Dora Street might be a potential site for a homeless shelter. All of these locations have problems with residential neighborhoods and he felt an option should be included in the Ordinance whereby a homeless facility could be located in a high-density residential area. There was discussion concerning the location for a homeless shelter and it was noted that it would be best to be located near services that can be easily assessable. It was further noted that it would be desirable to have the site near transportation corridors. Problems associated with locating a homeless shelter in residential neighborhoods were discussed. Eric Larson, 123 Clara Avenue, Chairman of the Planning Commission, felt it is important to understand how staff crafted the Ordinance with regard to zoning standards. In accordance with the Use Permit process, discretionary review will be required for approval of the project no matter where it will be located. Once the impacts to the surrounding area are identified, the Planning Commission will then make findings regarding those impacts. James Mulheren, 621 Capps Lane, advised that he is a member of Homeless Shelter Committee and explained the need for the site to be near services, such as Plowshares and the Food Bank. September 6, 2000 Page 10 of 11 Ed Harnett, Ukiah, was skeptical of the Planning Commission's decision with regard to rental units. He felt that in the future Council should take a hard look at those appointed to the Planning Commission in order to have a balanced outlook. Councilmember Baldwin felt there should be consideration of surrounding land uses and that perhaps the State and County should be consulted with regard to an institutional setting for those who cannot take care of themselves. MIRC Baldwin/Ashiku adopting Ordinance No. 1031 amending article 15.5 (Homeless Facilities), Chapter 2 (Zoning) of Division 9 of the Ukiah Municipal Code, carried by the following roll call vote:: AYES: Councilmembers Baldwin, Ashiku, and Mayor Mastin. NOES: None. ABSENT: Councilmembers Smith Libby. ABSTAIN: None. 12. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS Councilmember Baldwin advised that he would bring back to Council the issue concerning hand-held cell phones at a subsequent meeting. Mayor Mastin advised the City Attorney Rapport that at a previous Council meeting, Acting City Attorney Scott Johnson was to research the matter of driving cars while using cell phones, with regard to statistics concerning accidents. He requested this information be provided to Council. Councilmember Ashiku had nothing to report. Mayor Mastin discussed MTA's budget with regard to fuel prices rising. He will report on this matter at the next Council meeting. 13. CITY MANAGER/DIRECTOR REPORTS City Manager Horsley had nothing to report. City Clerk Ulvila reported that she distributed to Council information concerning Conflict of Interest Code Seminars conducted by the Fair Political Practices Commission. She also reported that September 11 through October 20, 2000 Write-In Candidates may take out and submit Nomination Papers to be a qualified candidate for the November election. Adjourned to Closed Session: 9:29 p.m. 14. CLOSED SESSION a. G.C. §54957.6 - Conference with Labor Neqotiator Employee Negotiations: All Employee Units Labor Negotiator: Candace Horsley No action taken. 15. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the City Council meeting was adjourned a 10:15 p.m. Marie Ulvila, City Clerk September 6, 2000 Page 11 of 11