1995/05/23 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes
May 23, 1995
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A study session commenced this afternoon at 5:00 p.m. in the City Offices prior to
the regular City Council meeting on the Cable Television Franchise Agreement.
Minutes of this study session are incorporated herein.
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in adjourned session
commencing at 5:00 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Blvd., Rohnert Park, with
Mayor Eck presiding.
CALL TO ORDER. Mayor Eck called the adjourned study session to order at
approximately 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL: Present: (3) Councilmembers Flores, Gallagher and Mayor Eck
Absent: (2) Councilman Reilly (held up in traffic) and
Vice Mayor Linda Spiro (out of town on vacation)
City staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter and
Assistant City Manager Leivo
MultiVision Cable TV representatives present: Fran Parkey, General
Manager, and Walter Hansel, Legal Counsel
Citizens present: Keith Hallock and Paul Stutrud
Mayor Eck opened the discussion on the Cable TV Franchise Agreement and transfer of
Multivision Cable TV Corp. to Century Cable TV. Assistant City Manager Leivo gave
the staff report and responded to questions from Council. Representatives from
MultiVision Cable TV, General Manager Fran Parkey and Legal Counsel Walter
Hansel, responded to additional Council questions.
Extensive discussion followed regarding federal cable law, possible changes in federal
law, the current franchise agreement, the term of the franchise, possible changes in the
franchise agreement, and transfer of the franchise to Century Cable TV. The Council
discussed various options.
The City Council does not have to make a decision regarding the transfer until July 23,
1995. This item will be discussed further before a decision is made. City Manager
Netter inquired about the remedies in the event MultiVision would not meet its terms of
the existing franchise. Assistant City Manager Leivo and Walter Hansel, Legal Counsel
for MultiVision, indicated that the formal franchise renewal process would be followed.
ADJOURNMENT. This study session was adjourned at approximately 6:00 p.m.
REGULAR SESSION. ° The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session
commencing at 6:00 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert
Park, with Mayor Eck presiding.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Eck called the regular session to order at approximately 6:45 p.m. and
led the pledge of allegiance.
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CLOSED SESSION. • Mayor Eck advised that a closed session commenced this evening at 6:00 to
discuss litigation matters, real estate negotiations and personnel matters as listed
on the agenda attachment. No action was taken and there was nothing further to
report at this time.
ROLL CALL Present: (4) Councilmembers Flores, Gallagher, Reilly, and Mayor Eck
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Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney
Flitner, Assistant City Manager Leivo, Director of Public Works /City Engineer
Brust, Planning Director Skanchy and Recreation Director Pekkain.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Reilly,
minutes of May 9, 1995 were unanimously approved as submitted.
APPROVAL OF BILLS: Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilwoman
Gallagher, City bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $580,284.75
were unanimously approved.
NON- AGENDAED MATTERS: Mayor Eck asked if Councilmembers had any non- asendaed items
to add to the agenda. Councilman Flores signified one miscellaneous item under
Council Committee Reports for the Dome Stadium. City Manager Netter said his
miscellaneous item was also for the Dome Stadium.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES. Mayor Eck stated that in compliance with State Law
(The Brown Act), citizens wishing to make a comment may do so at this time.
Under legislation of the Brown Act, in most cases, the Council cannot handle an
item without agendizing. To ensure accurate recording, "Speaker Cards" are
provided at the entrance of the Chamber and persons speaking under unscheduled
public appearances are requested to submit completed cards to the recording clerk.
Deborah Palesch, 178 Cascade Court, of Palesch Pacific Ballet, distributed flyers for the comedy
performances of "Cinderella ", June 2, 3 and 4, 1995. She extended invitations to
the Council to attend the Gala on Friday evening, June 2nd at 7:00 p.m., which
will include the opportunity to meet the new Director. Ms. Palesch advised she
wiii be stepping down to a Board position and this will be her final performance as
the Director.
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UNSCHEDULED PUBLICAPPEARANCES. (cont'd)
Several citizens reviewed concerns and expressed opposition to the Subregional Wastewater /aquifer
injection efforts and/or the testing procedures involved as follows:
Willis Babb, 7448 Madera Place
John Hudson, 399 Bonnie Avenue
Paul D. Stutrud, 712 Hudis Street
Paul D. Stutrud, 712 Hudis Street, questioned the deadline for submitting complaints on construction
defects to the Council Committee and wondered why the item was not on this
agenda. Councilman Reilly responded the Council Committee will be accepting
letters expressing concerns on the referenced item until the 31 st of May and then
the item will come back to the full Council for further review and consideration.
SUBREGIONAL WASTEWATER POLICYADVISORY COMMITTEElAquifer Injection Update:
Responding to above unscheduled public comments, Mayor Eck moved this item
forward on the agenda to give his report at this time. The Mayor recommended
the above speakers tell him more specifically what their understanding is of what's
in the water that they do not like. Mayor Eck reported that the data sheet for the
aquifer injection system, by law, meets standards that are greater than many of the
standards for drinking water. He commented that he had previously recommended
doing a political review of this effort prior to actual testing because he suspected it
will never sell politically. Mayor Eck reviewed comparisons of water conditions
for surrounding areas and pointed out that each community must take its own
responsibility. Mayor Eck responded to citizen concern expressed about viruses
and heavy metals in the water that a zero factor cannot be obtained in any water
and the heavy metals tested lower in this effort than Sebastopol's drinking water.
Mayor Eck responded to citizen inquiry related to why the extensive expenditure
of tax payers' money for testing if this is not politically feasible, that the same
argument could be made on reservoirs like those near Sebastopol. He pointed out
that somewhere along the line, a discharge point is needed and storage is a must.
In listening to Ernie Carpenter, this is one possible way to look at storage.
The following Council comments were expressed, for the record, regarding
consideration of aquifer injection.
Councilman Reilly stated, for the record, that what this Council agreed to was to a
test to put in fresh water out of the tap to check results of injection into the
aquifer. Therefore, the argument that contaminated water is being put into
drinking water is wrong. The questions raised about earthquakes still have to be
reviewed. All options have to be considered. The aquifer injection test will
provide comparative information when all the options are presented for Council's
consideration.
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Aquifer Injection Update: (cont'd)
Councilman Flores commented on looking closely at the situation and not taking
unreasonable risks. As indicated earlier, the water would be going into a well for a
higher testing rate than is now available. This is not going to stop reasonable
consideration of the option and it would be reasonable for Council to look at
potable water. Mr. Flores thought it would be wise for both citizens and Council
to wait for results of the forthcoming data before drawing any conclusions.
In the absence of Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, City Manager Netter read Ms. Spiro's
previously submitted comments into the record on the aquifer injection signifying
she supported the test program when it was originally presented. At this time she
has received enough citizen input to present some grave doubts as to the proposed
plan of using our aquifers. Doing the testing is still a good idea, however, the
amount of time planned for this test period is inadequate. To provide the
necessary assurances for the viability of this project it would take much longer and
more detailed analysis of the potential problems this process may be faced with.
This is not the kind of situation we can decide ten years from now was not a good
idea and should have required a more long -term approach. Our water is not just
our water, it is the potential life of our city and its residents. The treated water may
be safe yet we have had trees die and fish die as a result of the saki eentenc *
People too have different reactions to *sedittm eent and we need to take all the
"special situations" into account and not use the residents as an experimental
project.
*CORRECTION from 6/13/93 Council meeting: Mayor Eck signified the need to add clarifying information from Chemistry textbook, page 779, Chapter 26,
Human Nutrition, section heading "Sodium and Potassium Intake Are Important in Prevention and Treatment of Hypertension" (copy
attached to original ad of these minutdl, since Vice Mayor Spiro preferred retention of the referenced concerns about dying fish, etc.,
but stood corrected by Mayor Eck's explanation to refer to vosaibilities like phosphate imbalance rather than sodium content.
Councilwoman Gallagher expressed understanding for the concerns of everyone
and that she was trying to look at this as objectively as possible. Knowing there is
not a city that does not have polluted water to some degree, Ms. Gallagher said
she went with Mayor Eck to check the *aquifer injection system. She was
convinced of the safety of the water and offered to drink it but the Mayor advised
against drinking it during the testing process.
*CORRECTION from 6/13/95 Council meeting: Per Councilwoman Gallagher, she went with the Mayor to tour the Llano Treatment Plant (Regional Treatment
Facility) and the comment not to drink the water was only "in jest"
Mayor Eck concluded he was going to work very hard toward approval of doing
the test so we can at least say the effort has been made to do our part toward
necessary solutions. He responded to Nanci Spangler's inquiry from the audience
that he would be glad to have the testing done in his back yard.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Eck asked if Councilmembers had any questions regarding the matters on
the Consent Calendar which were explained in the City Manager's Council
McPtinc, Memo.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the agenda.
Resolution Nos:
95-74 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK REJECTING THE CLAIM OF DEBBIE SANCHEZ (re. alleged flood
damage)
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CONSENT CALENDAR (cont'd)
May 23, 1995
Resolution Nos:
95 -75 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK REJECTING THE CLAIM OF VINCE & SHERIE BREINING (re.
alleged flood damages)
95 -76 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK REJECTING THE CLAIM OF JAMES GRUNDMAN (re. flood damage)
97 -77 RESOLUTION APPROVING PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTS NO. 001, 004 AND
005 TO LOCAL AGENCY -STATE AGREEMENT FOR FEDERAL AID
PROJECTS NO. 04 -5379
Approval of waiver of fees for use of the Sports Center on June 9th, 1995 for
"Project Graduation ".
Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilman Flores, with Vice
Mayor Spiro absent, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda,
was unanimously approved.
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WEED ABATEMENT. • City Manager Netter explained this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting
Memo and advised a public hearing was duly noticed and scheduled at this time for
the City's weed abatement program.
PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Eck opened the public hearing at approximately 7:10 p.m.
Public comments were submitted on speaker cards or other written and/or verbal
communications expressing support or opposition to this item as follows:
Katherine Collins, 828 Lilac Way, expressed support for mowing the weeds but recommended the
City's charge for mowing should be more comparable with landscapers' expense.
As it is, it's really nice to receive a City bill that's cheaper than doing it yourself.
There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Eck closed the public hearing
at approximately 7:12 p.m.
City Manager Netter explained the resolution for consideration and reviewed the
procedures for the City's weed abatement program in accordance with the Rohnert
Park Municipal Code.
Councilwoman Gallagher reviewed her findings related to charges for tractor
rentals and estimated timing factors for different types of mowing situations, i.e.
$40 to $50/hour for tractor rental and, if no rocks, high weeds, etc., $30 to
$40/hour to do the mowing which is separate from the tractor rental, with
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Weed Abatement: (cont'd)
estimated timing of 1/2 hour to 1 hour to mow an acre; landscapers can mow an
average yard charging in the range of $30/hour. Ms. Gallagher thought it would
be simpler for the City to charge an above - average cost to do the mowing since
the City is not in the business of mowing yards and, therefore, should be more
expensive if it becomes necessary for the City to do the mowing. Also, the charge
should be assessed on the property taxes.
u 1scussioll i icI Jed staff responses to various Council questions related to this
item as follows:
City Manager Netter explained past routine of mowing contractor giving the City
a particular bid for the whole City which included itemizing certain areas. He
pointed out that staff is following the procedures currently outlined in the City's
Municipal Code which can be revised upon Council direction, if it so desires.
Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust said the above rates noted by
Councilwoman Gallagher were appropriate with the cost range being $70 to $90
to mow an acre with a 30 to 60 minute time range. Therefore, it would be
reasonable for the City to set the rate at $100 per acre. Mr. Brust also explained
the purpose of tonight's duly noticed public hearing and that staff will not be
sending out further prior notices to property owners. Therefore, if the City mows
the weeds before the owners do, the owners will receive a bill from the City,
afterwhich a following provision is made by the City of another duly noticed public
hearing for protests, if the owner so desires.
City Attorney Flitner commented on comparisons of building abatement
procedures with weed abatement procedures and thought the City should give
prior notice before going on private property because of trespassing provisions
established by State law.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilwoman Gallagher to price the
mowing of weeds at a rate comparable to above- reviewed costs for tractor rental
and mowing services and to include the information in prior notices to property
owners, seconded by Councilman Flores with friendly amendment that the City's
charge for mowing weeds be established at $100 per acre and that individual
property owners be notified before mowing the weeds with the time period two
(2) weeks prior, was unanimously approved.
Resolution No.
95 -78 A RESOLUTION ORDERING THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF
ROHNERT PARK TO ABATE NUISANCES EXISTING WITHIN THE CITY
OF ROHNERT PARK
Upon motion by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Flores, and
unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 95 -78 was waived and said
resolution was adopted.
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AMERICANA APARTMENTS FINANCING: City Manager Netter advised that the owners of this
project were in the process of a Revenue Bond Refunding issue but have decided
to seek private financing. Therefore, the public hearing previously noticed and
scheduled at this time has been canceled.
STATUS OF CITY'S MEDICAL/HOSPITAL (HEALTH CARE) PLAN: City Manager Netter
referenced this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. He explained the
extended time frame to allow for more extensive review of the options enabling
this item and related resolution(s) for consideration to be deferred to the next
Council meeting agenda.
LAGUNA APARTMENTS PROTECT - PROPOSAL TO USE REVENUE BONDS TO SUPPORT
AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS: City Manager Netter explained the
resolution for consideration related to this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting
Memo. City Manager Netter and Assistant City Manager Leivo responded to
Council questions especially related to percentage requirements for provisions of
units for lower incomes and comparisons with Article 34.
Resolution No.
95 -79 DECLARING THE INTEREST OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK TO
ISSUE REVENUE BONDS, PRESCRIBE CERTAIN TERMS AND
CONDITIONS, AND CONTAINING OTHER PROVISIONS RELATING
TO THE PROPOSED ISSUANCE OF SUCH BONDS
Upon motion by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Flores, and
unanimously approved with Vice Mayor Spiro absent, reading of Resolution No.
95 -79 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
OTHER RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION:
Resolution No
95-- Award of Contract for Carpeting for Various City Facilities - City Manager Netter
advised this item was not ready for review and would be deferred to a later date.
Resolution No.
95 -80 RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 95 -72 AND APPROVING A REVISED
JOB DESCRIPTION FOR PERSONNEL ASSISTANT H
City Manager Netter explained the resolution, as reviewed in the Council Meeting
Memo, pertaining to restructuring Personnel/Administrative Services.
Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, and
unanimously approved with Vice Mayor Spiro absent, reading of Resolution No.
95 -80 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
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LIBRARY UPDATE AND AVAILABLE FUNDING OPTIONS: City Manager Netter shared
contents of staff report provided to Council on this item, as reviewed in the
Council Meeting Memo, listing site options, land/building options, comparative
estimated costs and funding options. Library facility concerns have been a high
priority of the Council for a number of years. The most economical consideration
would be expansion of the current site. With Council's consent, staff could
proceed to lay out a timeline, etc.
Discussion included Councilwoman Gallagher's concerns about a group of people
currently investigating a way to assist the schools through ballot measure and
wondered if the two needs could be combined. City Manager Netter responded
that assessment tax items are generally for capital improvements and, therefore,
combining the two efforts may not be possible. Councilwoman Gallagher further
commented that her first inclination is not to go to the voters for any taxes for the
library but, secondly, she's aware there's probably no money coming from any
other plan. She did not want to see possibilities diminished for either the school or
the library vs. running together.
Councilman Flores expressed preference to consider expansion of the current site
because of the $1.3 million estimated cost being the most economical. This site
has excellent feasibility for a minimal tax use. Expanding the existing site is the
only way the City might possibly be able to do it and this annears to hi-, n annd
way to proceed.
Mayor Eck advised that Council basically directs staff to look into financing
mechanisms for expansion of the existing library facility before giving further
consideration of deciding to go on a ballot measure. This will provide an
opportunity to review other funding mechanism possibilities and get a feeling of
whether or not the expenditure for library expansion is going to sell to the public.
PARKS AND RECREATION MATTER:
Skate Park report - Results of Public Hearing held on May 15, 1995 - Recreation Director Pekkain
reviewed this item per his report distributed to Council. The Parks and Recreation
Commission recommends a task force consisting of the Commission Committee
and youth representatives be formed to determine the type of skate park, location
and funding possibilities. If Council approves moving ahead on this item, staff also
recommends a City Council liaison be appointed to the skate park task force. A
tentative task force meeting has been set for Friday, June 1st, 1995 at 3:30 p.m. at
the Community Center. Recreation Director Pekkain reviewed additional liability
coverage information included in his staff report. REMIF does not currently cover
skate parks but has indicated the REMIF superpool coverage agreement regarding
skate parks can be endorsed into coverage if the skate park is a low impact activity
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PARKS AND RECREATION MATTERISkate Park report: (cont'd)
and REMIF Board approves the endorsement. Mr. Pekkain's report included
review of AB 2487 (Sher. Skateboard parks) quoting from the Legislative
Counsel's Digest, "Existing law requires operators of skateboard parks to require
that persons riding skateboards therein wear a helmet and elbow and knee pads ";
and supportive comments in a letter dated May 9, 1995 from Albert T. Fierro,
ABAG Vice President and Risk Management to Landscape Architect Wormhoudt
stating his office does not view skateboard parks as any high risk for cities and that
a skateboard park should be relatively safe if properly planned with citizen input,
use of appropriate safety equipment, and properly maintained on a regular basis.
Recreation Director Pekkain's report included a list of cities with skate parks
including Benicia, Napa, Santa Rosa, Davis, and a planned skate park in Petaluma
to be constructed in 1995.
City Manager Netter specifically recommended, if REMIF does not approve the
above - reviewed endorsement, that the City should not go forward with the
skate park proposal because of risk factors involved.
Councilwoman Gallagher confirmed she attended the public hearing for the skate
park held by the Parks and Recreation Commission and was impressed by
comments from youths relating to benefits of a skate park. Ms. Gallagher thought
the skate park would be a comparatively economical expenditure toward meeting
the needs of this segment of the population. She signified her interest to be
Council liaison for this effort.
Mayor Eck so designated Councilwoman Gallagher as City Council Liaison to the
skate park task force.
Discussion included Councilman Flores encouraging Council Liaison Gallagher to
emphasize the importance of using helmets and knee pads to which she responded
that even as a mother, there's not much you can do to prevent skinned knees and
broken bones. Mayor Eck referenced capital expenditures of the Parks and
Recreation Department with the current list of 18 priorities. He signified preference
for the proposed skate park to be privately funded and/or the Commission to
establish position within its priorities. Recreation Direction Pekkain expressed
agreement and that the issue of location was also reviewed at the public hearing
with the indication that west of the freeway would be acceptable.
Council concurred to refer this item to the Parks and Recreation Commission to
proceed with funding possibilities for the proposed skate park.
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GENERAL PLAN- STATUS: City Manager Netter reported on this item as reviewed in the Council
Meeting Memo including reference to copies provided to Council of Exhibit B
from RECON Environmental Corp. regarding the work schedule (copy attached to
original set of these minutes). Mr. Netter advised staff is also in the process of
completing an RFP for a consultant to review the 20 Year Plan which should be
completed within the next couple of weeks and mailed to various firms.
Discussion included Councilwoman Gallagher comments related to her
observation of other presentations outside the City with consultants having no idea
of any specified limitations, i.e. sewer /water capacities, etc. The recommendation
was to provide such documentation to consultants first vs. not knowing the field of
limitations in order to have a reality check on what the city could do and to have
better results for giving guidelines. - Mayor Eck referred to draft proposals from
other areas he had observed Planning Director Skanchy putting together and
commented it would save a large amount of time if Council could be provided with
fairly definitive information for the upcoming review of related General Plan
matters. - City Manager Netter responded staff has been obtaining sample copies
of documents from other cities and by the Council meeting of June 27, the
information would be put together for Council's review and further consideration.
- Councilman Flores commented on the flexibility to look at a finished document
that might have limited options now but in the future, may not be so limited.
Looking at what can be done now, there is not very much to study related to
available resources. - City Manager Netter read previously submitted comments
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regarding the lack of any adequate sphere of influence. Her concerns still mirror
those of the League of California Cities' recommendation that all cities should
have a sphere of influence that is not the same as their city boundaries. If for no
other reason, it would protect our city from the potential encroachment of any
other city.
RECESS Mayor Eck declared a recess at approximately 7:54 p.m.
RECONVENE Mayor Eck reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 8:00 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present except for the absence of Vice Mayor Spiro.
LANDSCAPE IRRIGATION PROJECT STATUS: City Manager Netter advised copies were
provided to Council of letter mailed to property owners informing them of the
pipeline construction for this item and asking for their cooperation. Director of
Public Works/City Engineer Brust referenced map on display and undated the
Council on this project. Mr. Brust responded to related Council questions.
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HOSPITAL SITE - UPDATE: In the absence of Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, City Manager Netter read
Ms. Spiro's previously submitted comments for incorporation into the public
record regarding the hospital site update as follows:
Hospital Committee: Scheduled meeting was held on May 11 at the
Santa Rosa Memorial Facility in Rohnert Park
Attendees: Jerry Martin, General Manager of Rohnert Park facility
Paul Olivier, Administrative Director
Linda Spiro, Vice Mayor Rohnert Park
This meeting was called at the request of Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital. Council
committee was notified at our last Council Meeting. - The focus was on the "needs of
the community"; how the S.R.Memorial Hospital (Immediate Care Center ICC) has
served the citizens in the past, and what did the future look like for health services. -
Since the charge of the Hospital is to be of service for the betterment of the community,
it was brought out the community needed to be made more aware of the services
provided by the Hospital. Many "free" services are available i.e. stress management
classes, blood pressure testing, special programs meeting accommodations (A.A.,
O.E.A., N.A. and others). - Existing facility could accommodate childbirth (normal
only - uncomplicated), has laboratory and x -ray on the premises. Coordination of local
medical professionals has been done for emergency preparedness. - Essentially, the
community needs to be made more aware of what exists, and the Hospital is planning a
needs assessment to more fully provide for the community as a whole. The meeting
ended with discussion of perhaps an innovative approach to wellness and possible
collaboration and cooperation between Santa Rosa Memorial hospital, Petaluma Valley
Hospital and the new Columbia/HCA (Palm Drive Hospital) for creative input for the
needs of the residents of Rohnert Park. - Another meeting will be scheduled at a later
time to see what has been accomplished.
(Please see Senior Citizens Advisory Commission report for a more current update.)
City Manager Netter advised a date and time for the next Council Committee
meeting would be scheduled with Council Committee Members Gallagher and
Spiro after Ms. Spiro returns from her vacation. Mr. Netter further advised of
efforts in the meantime, of working with City Attorney Flitner on related legalities.
Councilwoman Gallagher commented on the possibilities of a presentation on this
item and maybe a public hearing in the near future. She referred to newspaper
articles about hospitals being in dire trouble and said it was her hope, and thought
it was Vice Mayor Spiro's hope also, to do something more futuristic for medical
needs of the community as there are things needed that are not being provided.
Councilman Flores asked if the proposal was in conjunction with the earlier
proposal of Petaluma Valley Hospital as he thought their presentation was a very
good idea. City Manager Netter responded "yes" including the proposal that
Petaluma Valley Hospital may be the lead agency.
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS.
1. Senior Advisory Committee - In the absence of Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, City Manager Netter
reviewed contents of Ms. Spiro's written report on this item to be incorporated
into the public record as follows:
Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting May 18, 1995
Health Fair - Approximately 200 people attended and many health care providers had
booths and presented services
Revenues - To date this fiscal year there have been 2,045 participants for the dances
sponsored by the seniors. Net income (after expenses) to date is
$5,256.69 which is 8.2% ahead of last fiscal year, and they still have two
dances left for the balance of this fiscal year. The baking committee has
also saved the city a considerable amount through donations of labor and
supplies, and provided "quality baked goods ". - With the general state
of the economy to have the senior center profits so far ahead of last year
is certainly a tribute to the efforts of the coordinator, V. Wilkerson.
Fundraising - Saturday, June 10, there will be a spaghetti feed event at the Senior
Center, 4 -6:00 p.m., $5 adults, $4 seniors, and $2 for children 12 and
under. Food, Prizes, and Fun ! ! !
S.R.Memorial -Jerry Martin of the Immediate Care Center provided an update of the
services offered at the Center. - In addition to the current services,
management is considering providing 24 -HOUR CARE SERVICE FOR
OUR COMMUNITY. Mr. Martin commented a city of our size should
have some sort of medical facility available in the absence of a hospital.
- The Hospital is also attempting to have the paramedical base reopened
at the fac:laty, at :. alp:, iwk:;ag at emergency �er0ces and 1— may
be needed in this community.
Older Americans Month was celebrated with an acknowledgment by the City Council
of the contributions the seniors of Rohnert Park have made to our
community and to the City as well.
PERSONAL NOTE - To all concerned:
After six years of advocating the need for a 24 -Hour medical facility in
Rohnert Park, it fills me with a great sense of accomplishment to see
what has been a dream on the verge of becoming a reality. - I now
challenge the health care providers of Sonoma County to make "wellness
a mission" and to use the City of Rohnert Park as a model for
public /private partnership.
2. Golf Course Committee - (Gallagher /Spiro) - Councilwoman Gallagher referenced letter dated
May 11, 1995 from Mountain Shadows Golf Resort with completed items
signified on attached list of golf course reviews dated September 15, 1994.
Discussion at the Golf Course Committee meeting held last week signified the
possibility that future meetings may be held at night when others are able to
attend. Most of the items on the list have been completed but some have been
held up because of the rain. Councilwoman Gallagher reported that concerns are
being addressed and things seem to be moving along amicably. City Manager
Netter confirmed the Department of Public Works is checking to make sure the
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE reports: (cont'd) re. Golf Course Committee
designated items have been done satisfactorily. City Manager Netter shared
written comments submitted, for the record, by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro regarding
the holiday trade -off item handled prior to Councilwoman Gallagher's arrival at
Council Committee meeting. She requested allowing the City Attorney to provide
a legal interpretation of the word Holiday as American Golf is not wanting to
abide by Council's previous decision to exchange the holiday of Columbus Day for
relinquishing counting the day after Thanksgiving as a holiday for rate purposes.
3. Subregional Wastewater Policy Advisory Committee - update on aquifer injection:
Mayor Eck advised his report on this item had been moved forward on the agenda
with lengthy discussion to accommodate concerns expressed by unscheduled
public appearances. Responding to additional public interest signified from the
audience on this item, Mayor Eck invited further public comments at this time.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Public comments were submitted on speaker cards or other written and/or
verbal communications expressing support or opposition to this item as follows:
Bill Roventini, Mayor /City Council of Sebastopol & Member of
Subregional Wastewater Policy Advisory Committee - OPPOSE
(Shared letter dated May 9, 1995 over his signature to Sonoma County
Public Health, Environmental Health Division & response letter dated
May 18, 1995 - copies attached to original set of these minutes)
Joi Losee, 4419 Taylor, Santa Rosa - OPPOSE
Ann Maurice, POB 484, Sebastopol - OPPOSE
Mayor Eck reiterated above - referenced report given earlier this evening. He
responded to further questions raised by public comments herein explaining
detailed review provided by Consultant Allen Strong under full public display
extensively outlining details of the aquifer injection system and providing data case
studies. At that time, the Council had some serious concerns but feels it has
proceeded in an orderly manner toward thoroughly reviewing this matter. The
scenario raised of poisoning water, etc. is not attending to the data provided.
Rohnert Park has been effectively irrigating golf courses, landscaping, etc. for
several years with treated wastewater. Mayor Eck reminded speakers of their
opposition to Russian River discharge and that we cannot expect the Russian
River area to handle ours. He questioned which way do they want and further
emphasized the need for each community to take its own responsibility. Mayor
Eck reported on the direction of Santa Rosa which has moved ahead with the
project and has his support until someone comes up with a better solution for
necessary storage.
Councilman Flores said approving the referenced aquifer injection test was
Council's previous position in light of no other feasible alternative and they needed
to at least take an educated look at the results. Councilman Flores said he was
impressed by the presentation that confirmed several projects were completed and
working successfully, i.e. one in Monterey County. He thought the Council took a
reasonable position on this matter.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 14 ) May 23, 1995
COUNCIL COMMITTEE reports: (cont'd)
4. Youth Committee update - Councilwoman Gallagher advised she had no report at this time.
5. SportsDome Project - Councilman Flores advised of continued review of the proposed SportsDome
project and there has been communications with the proponents of the project.
Councilman Flores said a report should be available prior to the next Council
meeting for review.
MOBILE HOME PARK MATTERS:
1. Mobile Home Park Purchase Program update - City Manager Netter referenced memorandums
provided to Council from John DuPriest, the resident mobile home park
consultant, outlining the meetings he has been having with the parks (Rancho
Feliz, Las Casitas and Valley Village) related to this item.
2. Ord. 494 - Amend rules and regulations to allow for Capital Improvement Pass- Throuah(sl
City Manager Netter summarized the Mobile Home Park Rent Appeals Board
procedures for Capital Improvement Pass - Through(s) via its Resolution No. 95 -02
adopted on May 18, 1995 and signified copies of same were provided for
Council's information.
COMMUNICATIONS: Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of
the City Council. No action was taken unless specifically noted in these minutes.
Councilman Reilly and Councilman Flores brought attention to the nmm�rnno MI N
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resident letters supporting the 20 Year Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) listed on
Communications. Mayor Eck extended apologies for the necessity of his generic
letter responses due to the extensive number of letters received.
MATTERS FROAFFOR COUNCIL:
1. Senate Bill 414 (Thompson) Re. Vehicles, violations fines - City Manager Netter referenced
information provided to Council on this item per Councilman Reilly's request.
Councilman Reilly explained factors related to SB414 and, as a commuter, favored
a barrier or some type of physical means of keeping people on their side of the
road rather than increasing fines. Mayor agreed with Council consensus to a letter
over the Mayor's signature expressing support for barriers and Senator Mike
Thompson's efforts.
2. Memorial Day Ceremonies/Avenue of the Flags at the Community Center, Monday, May 29, 1995
at 10:00 a.m. - Mayor Eck announced this item with full Council invited.
3. Ci /County Working Group Thursday, May 25, 1995 - Chair City/ Rohnert Park - Mayor Eck
reviewed his informational notice with related attachments for this item provided
to Council, County and each Sonoma County City Manager's Office.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 15 ) May 23, 1995
4. North Bay Division - League of California Cities, Quarterly General Membership Meeting,
Thursday, June 1, 1995, 6:30 p.m., Napa, CA - Mayor Eck announced the
scheduling of this meeting.
5. Crusher's Opening - Councilman Reilly recommended sending a letter to the Crusher's for a
successful home stand opening. Council agreed.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
1. PG &E 1st Quarter Outage Report - City Manager Netter referenced this report provided to
Council for its information and advised the City will be receiving quarterly reports
from P. G. & E. on a regular basis. Mayor Eck commented on the helpfulness of
the reports and expressed appreciation to P. G. & E. efforts for same.
2. Portable Bldgs. at Rancho Cotate High School - update - City Manager Netter explained Channel
22's interest in these units and per representative Nancy Dobbs, they have found a
way to move the portable buildings. Staff checked on other groups that might be
interested including T's Academy, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Boys & Girls Club
and City Departments with conclusion that none were able to afford the moving
expenditure. Substitute storage space is being researched for Friends of the
Library and Cultural Arts of the Performing Arts Center. Nancy Dobbs has
signified the need for moving action by June 12 and is willing to donate a 1300
sq.ft. double wide for above - referenced substitute storage provision. Nancy
Dobbs of Channel 22 confirmed comments and responded to related Council
questions. City Manager Netter referenced map on display of U. S. satellite sites.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by
Councilman Reilly, and unanimously approved, to provide Channel 22 with the
four trailers in exchange for moving the other four, including the restrooms
attached to one of the portables, emphasizing the need to meet storage provisions
for groups currently using the portables.
3. March 8 & 9 Flood Report/Southern "G" Section - City Manager Netter referenced this report
from the Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust provided to Council for
informational purposes.
4. CDBG 1995 -96 funding approvals for City of Rohnert Park - City Manager Netter referenced
letter dated May 15, 1995 from Sonoma County Community Development
Commission/Housing Authority- Redevelopment Agency on this item provided for
Council's information.
5. SportsDome update - This item was previously reviewed tonight under Matters from Council.
6. Expressway Overpass Widening - City Manager Netter reported on this bridge widening vs.
previously discussed loop expenditure. There may be a possibility of funding
through gas tax and holding off on specific projects such as the Copeland Creek
bridge, etc. Mr. Netter advised staff is going through line items in the budget for
Council's consideration of alternatives during upcoming work sessions.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 16 ) May 23, 1995
CITYATTORNEY'S REPORT.-
1. Ehrlich v. City of Culver City - amicus brief support request from City/County of San Francisco -
City Attorney Flitner explained this request related to having a significant impact
on the rights of local government to impose mitigation fees and other exactions on
real estate development.
A motion was made by Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and
unanimously approved, to support the above - reviewed amicus brief as requested.
2. Harris v. County of Madera - amicus brief support re - City Attorney Flitner explained this
request urging support of the County of Madera in this housing element case
related to state mandates for low cost housing. Discussion followed. Council
concluded not to support this amicus brief.
City Attorney reported on the following items reviewed in closed session/listed on agenda attachment.
3. Hallock vs. City of Rohnert Park - City Attorney Flitner advised a decision is expected on this case
within the next 4 weeks.
4. Hillsboro vs. City of Rohnert Park - City Attorney Flitner advised the Council has directed him to
make efforts toward getting this case off dead center as it is now in limbo.
Comments have been made about having an unconstitutional ordinance in changes
that are confusing the tenants and now they do not know what to do in regard to
signing leases.
5. Benavidez vs. City of Rohnert Park - City Attorney Flitner advised this is a suit by a contractor
over additional funding in the contract that can be handled with arbitration.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
Mayor Eck asked if there were any additional unscheduled public appearances at
this time.
Linda Branscomb, 6585 Commerce Blvd., #188, asked if something could be done about the messy
garbage area at the Sonoma Square Shopping Center, i.e. contact the owner or
Empire Waste Management regarding procedures. Mayor Eck requested staff to
look into the matter.
ADJOURNMENT. Mayor Eck adjourned the meeting at approximately 9:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on
June 12th, 1995 for 1995 -96 Budget Work Session.
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CHAPTER 26 Human Nutrition 779
Figure 26 -24
cium may leave and enter the skeletal mass per day. Short -term
The phytate anion. Phytate can bind Cal',
needs for calcium in other parts of the body are thus readily
Mgt +, and Zn2+ very tightly at the multiple
met from this large reservoir.
phosphate groups, preventing these essential
The recommended daily allowance of calcium for adults
metal ions from being absorbed. Phytates
are found only in plant foods, especially
(Table 26 -2) is 800 mg /d. More, 1200 mg /d, is recommended
grains.
for women during pregnancy and lactation, and for teenagers.
The calcium present in cereal grains is not readily absorbed be-
cause much of it is tightly bound to inositol hexaphosphate,
H O —PO32-
also called phytate (Figure 26 -24), forming phytin, a calcium -
O—POa2- H
magnesium salt of phytate. Phytate also binds other required
O H
elements, particularly zinc, as we shall see.
H O —PO32-
Phosphorus also is very abundant in the body, not only in
P022-
bones but also in the nucleic acids, in the nucleotide coen-
zymes, and in the ATP - ADP - phosphate energy- transferring
system in cells. Phosphorus is so widespread in natural foods
that outright deficiency is unknown. However, not all the phos-
phorus of the food is absorbed readily, since its absorption is
determined by many of the factors that determine calcium ab-
sorption, particularly the state of vitamin D nutrition.
Marginal Magnesium Deficiency Is Relatively
Common
The body contains about 25 g of magnesium, most of which is
present in the bones. All cells contain rather high concentra-
tions of magnesium (5 -10 mM). Mgr' ions play a very impor-
tant role in the action of many enzymes, particularly those of
glycolysis and many ATP- dependent reactions. Although most
foods contain considerable magnesium (it is especially abun-
dant in the chlorophyll, of green leafy vegetables), there is
increasing evidence that the intake of magnesium is marginal
in the United States diet, particularly in the elderly and poor.
Alcoholics are very prone to magnesium deficiency, which also
occurs in protein - calorie deficiency. The recommended magne-
sium intake is 350 mg /d for adult males.
U Sodium and Potassium Intake Are Important in
Prevention and Treatment of Hypertension
Sodium and potassium are present in ample amounts in most
foods, and outright deficiencies of these elements are rare. The
problem with these elements is one of nutritional imbalance,
rather than undernutrition. Na+, which is the principal extra-
, cellular cation, and K +, the principal intracellular cation, are
1 very important in regulation of water and electrolyte balance
' and of acid -base balance in the body (page 741). They in turn
are subject to regulation by the mineralocorticoid hormones of
the adrenal cortex (page 741).
The actual nutritional requirement for sodium is only about
1 g /d, but the average intake in the United States is about 5 g /d.
As with sugar, the human consumption of salt has increased
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CITY HALL
P.O. BOX 1776
SEBASTOPOL, CA 95473
(707)823 -1153
(707) 823 -1135 FAX
VIA FAX AND HARD COPY
May 9, 1995
Mark Kostielny
Sonoma County Public Health, Environmental Health Division
1030 Center Dr. Suite A
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Dear Mr, K:ostielny,
F
WILLIAM AOVENTIM, MAYOR
COUNGII_
SAMUEL CRi IMP
KEN FOLEY
HOWARD LEVY
ANNE ,+MAC :NIE
CITY MANAGER
PAUL V BERL.ANT
The City Council of the City of Sebastopol has taken a position opposing the proposed Aquifer
Storage and Recovery feasibility study. The City of Sebastopol simply believes that there are too
many unanswered questions which would make conducting; the study an exceptionally risky
venture, the possible benefits of which are greatly outweighed by the potential permanent damage
to our aquifer and only source of water. Specifically, after reading the Santa Rosa "Preliminary
Aquifer Storage and Recovery Feasibility Report" we have the following gkzestions:
The Report states that additional testing will be available for specific pathogenic
organisms by early 1995, Is it available? What are the results?
2. The Report states that "water quality (in the aquifer) may also vary depending on the
number of injection- extraction season cycles that have occurred." What is the
relationship? Better over time, or worse? How will this be evaluated in the test progrant,
Vit goes forward?
The Report states that the Sebastopol fault may act as a barrier to groundwater movement
(but that this data is inconclusive is stated and restated here and in other studies): the
Report shows the Study area straddling the fault, implying testing on both sides of it.
,Also, according to the McLaren repurl ( potential Groundwater Im, 4 5 frs ,Rogim1
Wastewater Disposal Facilitia- May 16, 1985). Sebastopol's wells draw water from
source areas lying both west and east of the Laguna. McLaren's Figure 5 shows primary
aquifer recharge areas, one of which coincides with the portion of the ASR study area
immediately north of the treatment plant.
4, Study Area 1 was reduced in size, eliminating the area north of Todd Road, because of the
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Sonoma County Water Agency's concerns about their water supply wells. Also the City
of Santa Rosa Gcncral Plan calls for a possible water supply well field. What were the
Water Agency's and Santa Rosa's specific; concerns in this regard? Why is it okay with the
City of Rohnert Park to inject wastewater upstream from their well field? Why is it okay
to inject upstream from ours?
5. If solid loading into the aquifer occurs at the rate of 33,000 pounds of solids per 2 billion
gallons of effluent injected, then the solids would be up to about 132,000 pounds every
year if 8 billion gallons were injected in any one season. If this shortens the life of the
wells, what does it do to the aquifer in terms of its capacity to carry water? Will they just
have to keep drilling more and more wells, and putting more solids into the ground?
Presumably, thc.solids don't come back out with the "bubble of water ".
Mow can the long -term effect of "clogging" be addressed in a short term pilot test? What
is displaced by forcing this material into the ground?
These are only the tip of the iceberg in terms of questions raised by our own staff who are not
experts in this field, We believe that as a matter of public health, the decision makers who are
responsible for setting policy and citizens who will be affected by future decisions need to know
more before any "pilot project" is undertaken which could cause great haam�to our source of
potable water.
Additionally, we believe that an environmental review is required prior to any approval to move
ahead, including thu pending contract with CH2M M11 since the "pilot project" that Santa Rosa
proposes could itself have deleterious effects. We would want to know what the literature shows
about projects like the one proposed. What are the. similarities and differences iu. Ow character of
the previous tests as compared to those proposed on the Santa Rosa Plain? what about the
putCntial fen sCisluic activity? There is the inajor fault, the Hcaldsburg- Rogcrs Creel: fault on the
east side of the Santa Rosa Plain and the Sebastopol Fault on the west. What efl^ects would any
movement have on uxidexground novas'? The City of Sebastopol municipal wells are located just
west of the Sebastopol Fault.
The proposed testing of wastewater storage and recovery has the potential for direct, physical
impacts on the environment, with potentially adverse impacts on the water supplies of private
wells and the City of Sebastopol iuutticipal wells, Deferring environmental analysis of the testing
itself_ because the underground storage option is an alternative in the overall plant expansion
EMMS, does not adequately fulfill the requirement that possible negative impacts of the physical
testing must be studied at a point before those negative consequences are incurred. The impacts
must be studied before the testing project can proceed. in Sundslrom v County ff Mendoci]W,
the court found that environmental analysis cannot be deferred, pending test results. Since this
"pilot test" is not simply gathering of data, an independent study of the possible physical impacts
must be done prior to any physical tests. We believe aic tests are neither exempt as feasibility
tests or planning studies or as basic data collection and research.
We at the City of Sebastopol are not experts in matters Such as the one under consideration.
However, a group of citizens has raised sufficient doubts to make it clear that to go ahead with
the proposed "pilot project" could potentially be a folly of enormous consequcrnees. We enlist
your support in questioning the advisability of the study. We believe that any injection of treated
effluent, even on a limited scale is a grave error.
Attached to this letter is a copy of a letter sent to Mayor James Pedofft of the City of Santa Rosa
asking that the city not move forward with the Aquifer Storage and Recovery project.
Sincerely,
William L. R tini
Mayor
cc: James E. Pedgrift, Mayor, City of Santa Rosa
Rick Holmer
3. WORK PRODUCTS AND SCHEDULE
The following work products will be prepared:
Administrative Draft Environmental Impact Report (ADEIR)
Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR)
Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR)
The following schedule for work will apply:
ITEM
Receipt of all background data from
City of Rohnert Park. Payment due for
20 percent of the contract value.
Shipment of the ADEIR in 5 copies
to City of Rohnert Park. Payment
due for 50 percent of the contract
value.
Receipt of all written comments in
one copy from City of Rohnert Park.
Shipment of the DEIR in 75 copies
to City of Rohnert Park. Payment
due for 20 percent of the contract
value.
Receipt of all comments in one copy
from City of Rohnert Park.
Shipment of the FEIR in 75 copies
in addendum form. Payment due for
ten percent of the contract value.
Attendance at a maximum of four
public meetings.
DATE (Calendar days after receipt
of authorization to rop ceed)
7
35
50
65
125
160
As required
EXHIBIT B
3. WORK PRODUCTS AND SCHEDULE
The following work products will be prepared:
Administrative Draft Environmental Impact Report (ADEIR)
Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR)
Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR)
The following schedule for work will apply:
ITEM
Receipt of all background data from
City of Rohnert Park. Payment due for
20 percent of the contract value.
Shipment of the ADEIR in 5 copies
to City of Rohnert Park. Payment
due for 50 percent of the contract
value.
Receipt of all written comments in
one copy from City of Rohnert Park.
Shipment of the DEIR in 75 copies
to City of Rohnert Park. Payment
due for 20 percent of the contract
value.
Receipt of all comments in one copy
from City of Rohnert Park.
Shipment of the FEIR in 75 copies
in addendum form. Payment due for
ten percent of the contract value.
Attendance at a maximum of four
public meetings.
DATE (Calendar days after receipt
of authorization to rop ceed)
7
35
50
65
125
160
As required
COUNTY OF SONOMA
P CO
P "T� PERMIT AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
- 50 BUILDING AND LAND DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
575 Administration Drive, Room 114A
^q NAP Santa Rosa, California 954031
CIFOR
Telephone (707) 527 -2221 Fax (707) 527 -3767
May 18, 1995
City of Sebastopol MAY 2 2 1995
Attn,: William Roventini
P.O. Box 1776
Sebastopol, CA 95473
Dear Mr. Roventini:
Subject: Your letter of May 9 regarding the Aquifer Storage and
Recovery feasibility study proposed by the City of Santa Rosa
I have reviewed this matter with my staff and, at present, we
have not received a referral on the project from the City of
Santa Rosa. It appears from your description that there may be
possible environmental concerns that need to,be addressed. Until
we have had a chance to review the complete proposal, however, we
cannot comment on the significance.or potential effects of the
proposed project.
The County of Sonoma is the administrative authority for issuance
of a well permit for the project. A well is defined in the
County Code as an artificial excavation for the purpose of
extracting or recharging ground water. A requirement of the code
is that "no person shall knowingly install or maintain a well,
test well, test hole or observation well in.any manner that will
result in pollution or contamination of the potable ground water,
and /or which allows the entrance of surface waters into the
potable or usable ground water'!. Pollution means "an alteration
of the quality of the waters of the state by waste to a degree
which unreasonably affects (1.) such waters for beneficial uses,
or (2) facilities which serve beneficial uses". From the
foregoing, it can be seen that significant questions must be
answered prior to the issuance of a well construction permit.
If I can be of further assistance, please contact me at 527 -3636.
Sincerely,
Richard L:..Holmer, REHS
Field Operations Manager
c: City of Santa.Rosa, James E Pedgrift, Mayor
Mark Kostielney