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1972/09/05 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 5, 1972 The Council of the City of'Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 7:05 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Vice-Mayor Flores presiding. Call to Order Vice-Mayor Flores called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7:05 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Councilmen Beary and ,.Councilmen Beary and Mayor Roberts arrived at this point in Mayor Roberts Arrive the meeting, the time being approximately 7:06 p.m. Roll Call Present; (5) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Hopkins, Smith and Roberts Absent: (0) None Staff Present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan and and City Attorney Maxwell Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and.unanimously'approved, the minutes of August 7 and 14 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $10,925.27 were approved. Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the Council. No action was taken on any communication except as specifically noted in these minutes. Citizens Advisory Councilman Flores initiated a discussion concerning the memo Committee from Planning Consultant Lehmann regarding Open Space Ele- ment for the General Plan. Councilman Flores made a motion, seconded.by Councilman Hopkins, to have a work session on the Citizens Advisory Committee elements submitted for approval. City Manager Callinan advised that this was only an interim plan which had to be filed with the State Re- sources Agency right away and could be amended anytime prior to June 1973. Councilman Flores withdrew his motion. Police Service for Mayor Roberts reported that he and Councilman Flores had met City of Cotati with a committee composed of Mayor Lombardi and Councilmen Winter and Dunham of Cotati to discuss providing police ser- vice to the City of Cotati. Mayor Roberts stated the com- mittee felt it would rather have a joint operation between .the cities instead of Rohnert Park providing police service on a contractual basis, but had advised they would consult further with the full Cotati City Council. Resolution No. 72-117 A RESOLUTION DETERMINING'UNPAID ASSESSMENTS AND PROVIDING FOR ISSUANCE OF BOND; (Rohnert Park Expressway West Project No. 1972-7) Page -2- September 5, 1972 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -117 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Project No. 1972 --7 City Manager Callinan reported that work had commenced on Rohnert Park Express- Project No. 1972 -7 and Progress Payment No. 1 in the amount way West of $48,768.34 was in order. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, Progress Payment No. 1 for Project No. 1972 -7 to Argonaut Constructors in the amount of $48,768.34 was approved. Resolution No. 72 -118 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FILING WITH THE SECRETARY OF THE RESOURCES AGENCY OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA (Interim Open Space Plan and Other Proposed Elements of the Rohnert Park General Plan) City Manager Callinan and City Attorney Maxwell explained the resolution and reviewed procedural steps necessary which would lead to final adoption prior to June 1973. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -118 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Councilman Smith questioned City Attorney Maxwell about citizens in other communities filing suit against city governments due to noise of airports and how this would apply to residents in Rohnert Park living near the railroad tracks. City Attorney Maxwell explained that the Rohnert Park City Council, as a governmental function, had allowed location of houses near the railroad tracks whereas the suits being filed were against cities operating municipal airports and the city was responsible for the noise being created. Resolution No. 72 -119 RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK ESTABLISHING A POLICY CONCERNING THE IMPACT OF RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ON TIIE QUALITY OF EDUCATION IN OUR SCHOOLS City Attorney Maxwell read the resolution prepared by Deputy City Attorney Cooper. Discussion followed concerning the City of Cotati and the county area also adopting a similar policy. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 72 -119 was adopted as amended during-Council review of same. Council directed the matter be placed on the agenda in one year for re-'evaluation.'' Page -3- September 5, 1972 Mr. Jimmie Rogers was recognized, Speaking in opposition to the resolution, he commented that the Supreme Court has said that education is the state's responsibility and to give the school boards a policy of no growth is the wrong way to go about it. He suggested the matter should be pur- sued with the appropriate officials in Sacramento. Cotati School Board Trustee Carbone was recognized. He commented that the problem is here and now and school dis- trict8 have waited many years for the State Legislature to act but-it•.,has not done so.- ' Discussion followed, with Cotati School District superintendent Davidson participating,. regarding si?e of developments that should be considered by the school district, the time allowed for response from the district and other general matters. It was agreed that development of two or three lots would not be subject to the policy and that 30 days should he ample time for res- ponse•,from the school districts. Resolution No. 72-120 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GRANT DEED TO DEBRA HOMES, INC. (Well No. 8 Site in Country Manor Sub. No. 3) City Manager Ca-Uinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72-120 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72-121 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (Portion of Copeland Creek Right of Way, AP No. 143-06-47) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72-121 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Project No. 1972-8 City Manager Callinan advised that the Sonoma County Board Snyder Lane E. Cotati of Supervisors had adopted a resolution authorizing a Avenue to Southwest contribution of up to $20,000 towards Snyder Lane Project Blvd. No. 1972-8. Resolution No. 72-122 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AWARD OF CONTRACT AND AUTHORIZING 'AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF SONOMA City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman'Flores, seconded by Councilman 'Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72-122 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Project No. 1972-9 City Manqger Callinan advised that Bond Counsel Assaf was Country Club Drive not able to prepare '-the resolutions listed on the agenda for Project 1972-9, Country Club Drive but will have them at the next meeting. Discussion followed concerning the pro- ject, city participation in the construction cost of the bridge over-Hinebaugh Creek and the use of 1911 Act bonds for the project. Page -4- September 5, 1972 Morrison Homes - City Manager Callinan requested and received permission to Sewer and Water for bring a non- agenda item before the Council. fie read a Proposed Development letter dated September.5, 1972 from Jimmie W. Rogers concern- Recess ing a request from Morrison Homes for the City of Rohnert Park to supply water and sewer service to 13+ acres adjoin- ing Rohnert Park on East Cotati Avenue proposed for develop- ment by Morrison Homes. Discussion followed during which it was asked if a. decision in the affirmative would pre- judice the position of Council in any appeal from the Plann- ing Commission. City Attorney Maxwell stated that it would not prejudice the Council. Further discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Beary, and approved by the following roll call vote, the City Manager was authorized to work out an agreement with the City of Cotati and Morrison Homes to provide water and sewer service to 13+ acres in the City of Cotati: AYES (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Hopkins, and Smith NOES: (1) Mayor Roberts Mayor Roberts stated for the record that henceforth he wanted to know in advance of any unscheduled agenda items. Councilman Smith stated for the reccrd that his yes vote does not necessarily mean he is approving the development. Mayor Roberts declared a recess at this point in the meet- ing, the time being approximately 7:55 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Roberts reconvened the meeting at approximately 8005 p.m. Miss Rohnert Park Councilman Hopkins initiated a discussion regarding the Beauty Pageant Miss Rohnert Park Beauty Pageant commenting that it had been outstanding year after year, but that he had received comments from citizens that perhaps the minimum age should. be raised so that Miss Rohnert Park would be eligible to progress to the Miss Sonoma County and Miss California .pageants. Mayor Roberts resonded that although he agreed with Coun- cilman Hopkins, he did not feel this was the proper,place to discuss the matter and suggested that Mr. Hopkins recom- mendation be personal and not from the Council. Berean Baptist Church Councilman Beary initiated a discussion concerning the File No. 0160 Berean Baptist Church under construction on the Rohnert Park Expressway and questioned what the problem was in getting P.G. & E. power to the church. City Manager Callinan responded that he had talked with REv. Buerer of,the church earlier in the day, outlining what remained to: -be done before an occupancy permit could be issued. He explained that P.G. & E. will not make final utility connection.until clearance is obtained from the Building Snspectian-Department. Mr. Callinan reviewed Page -5- September 5, 1972 conditions which remained to be complied with, i.e. Country Club Drive must be in, parking lot and landscaping must be completed and the building completed. He further explained that it was made clear to the church at the time of appli- cation that certain conditions would have to be met since serious concerns had been expressed by adjacent property owners. Rev. Buerer, was recognized. He explained that he had come in earlier in the day to find out what would he required before an occupancy permit would be issued. He also com- mented that the congregation was anxious to move into the new facility as soon as possible to avoid paying rent for the temporary meeting place. fie advised he would clarify matters for his congregation on the P.O. 6 E. matter. Morrison Homes - Sewer Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion regarding and Water for Pro- action earlier in the meeting to provide water and sewer posed Development service to 13+ acres in the City of Cotati for Morrison Homes proposed develop ment.' Councilman Smith made a motion, seconded by Mayor Roberts, to reconsider the Council's previous action to provide sewer and water service to 13+ acres in Cotati and schedule the matter for the next regular meeting. The motion was defeated by the following Poll call vote: AYES: (2) Councilmen Smith and Roberts NOES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Flores and Hopkins Councilman Smith stated for the record he would like his previous "Yes" vote concerning Morrison Homes as reflected on Page 4 changed to "No". Architectural Xciview Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion regarding the Zoning Ordinance, whether or not the Planning Commis- sion was using the guidelines in said ordinance, who was responsible for seeing that square footage requirements are adhered to and. interpretation of certain sections cf the Zoning ordinance. Fire and Police Councilman Smith.initiated a discussion regardinp, canital Facilities expenditures for fire and police facilities north of the Expressway, at what point they should be built and long range plans to provide additional fire and police facili- tic-,s. City Manager Callinan responded that he was working on an ordinance covering these matters which he will be presenting to the Council for consideration in the near future and that Engineer Hudis was working on computations to update the per acre for development fee charged by the city for sewer and water improvements. Discussion followed. City Council - Planning Councilman Smith advised he felt it was time for the City Commission Joint Meet-, Council and Planning Commission to have another joint ing meeting. A brief discussion followed. Page --6-- September 5, 1972 Councilman Flores, ex- officio to the Planning Commission, advised that the Planning Commission had requested a joint meeting with the City Council to discuss philosophy of signs. Discussion followed concerning the advisability of having a work session prior to an appeal to the Council regarding signs. City Manager Callinan clarified that the Bank of America sign appeal is the only one coming before the City Council to his knowledge. Discussion followed. Council set Monday, September 25, 1972, 7:30 p.m. for a joint meeting of the Planning Commission and Council. Regional Park Councilman Flores reported that he and Councilman Hopkins had looked at a.187 acre parcel of property for sale owned by John Rapozo, the property being east of the college in the foothills and an ideal location for a regional park. Discussion followed. Councilman Flores made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, to have the Parks and Recreation Commission evaluate the Rapozo Property as a possible site for a re- gional park. Further discussion followed after which Councilman Flores withdrew his motion. Council directed Councilman Beary; ex- officio to the Parks and Recreation Commission to request the Parks and Recrea- tion Commission to evaluate the Rapozo property, land north of the college, and any other property that might be suitable for a regional park. Councilman Beary initiated discussion concerning the Parks and Recreation Commission returning to two meetings monthly and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Smith, to amend the ordinance to provide for two meetings monthly for the Parks and Recreation Commission. Further discussion follow- ed during which it was requested that Councilman Beary check with the Parks and Recreation Commission members regarding their desires to have two meetings monthly. Councilman Beary withdrew his motion. City Attorney Maxwell explained that the Commission could have as many meetings per month as it wished under the present ordinance that even though the ordinance specifies one regular meeting per month, the meeting could be adjourned to other dates to provide for as many meetings as desired. City Limits on Councilman Flores initiated a brief discussion concerning East Cotati Avenue the possibility of signing the East Cotati Avenue area to clarify the city limits for visitors to the area. Full -time Fireman Councilman Roberts initiated'a discussion concerning the possibility of having a full -time fireman and that perhaps this should be considered while updating the General Plan. City Manager Callinani advised that staff continually re views needs, not only'of fire and police, but Public Works, clerical staff, etc. and commented he might disagree that a fulltime fireman might be needed, that neither he or Page -7- September 5, 1972 Director of Public Safety Dennett had made any requests for same as yet. Discussion followed. Parkway Marine Mayor Roberts inquired about the signs and unfinished File No. 0210 road into the Parkway Marine facility. City Manager Callinan responded that an occupancy permit had not been issued pending completion of work, that presently the busi- ness is being operated with a portable generator for power, that the owner has been requested to complete work.on the facility and if same is not done soon, consideration will have to be given to closing down the operation. Mayor Roberts inquired if the Planning Commission members reported violations of the above nature to staff. City Manager Callinan replied in the affirmative. New City Offices Mayor Roberts initiated a brief discussion concerning the chipped curb at the parking lot entrance of the new City Offices. Staff will follow up on the matter. City Manager's Report City Manager Callinan requested that his report be deferred until later in the meeting to allow Golf Pro Bill Ross to appear since he had been waiting for quite a long time. Council concurred with the request. Golf Pro Bill Ross- Mr. Ross stated he was very happy with his position at the Golf Course Operations golf course and the area, would like to put in more improve- ments at the course and invest more money for advertising, but upon conferring with his attorney he had been advised to request a longer term on his contract before investing any more capital in the operation. Mr. Ross requested an extension in the term of his contract from two to five years. Discussion followed concerning the request, tournament play at the course, general satisfaction with Mr. Ross' per- formance thus far, with -the only complaints received being about prices, quality, and service in the snack bar, and a suggestion that a free pass for the golf course be given to residents when signing up for utility service. Council° indicated to Mr. Ross that even though his perform- ance thus-far was excellent, it was too soon to act on his request for an extension of his contract and suggested he approach the Council again at the end of his first year. Councilman Beary Councilman Beary left the Council Chambers at approximately Leaves and Returns 10:30 p.m. and returned at,approximately 10.34 p.m. Founders Day Activi- City Manager Callinan announced that any questions concern- ties ing Founder's Day activities should be directed to Mrs. -Armando Flores. Dedication of Office City Manager Callinan advised that he and Councilman Flores Building had been working on plans for the dedication of the new City Offices; that%Congressman Clausen and Boy Scout repre- sentatives would be raising the colors, invitations had been sent to"dignitaries as well as residents and arrange- ments had been made for a Coast Guard Band to play. He further advised he would like to open the building for Page -8- September 5, 1972 for inspection and serve refreshments to the guests. Counci- concurred with the suggestion. Councilman Flores expressed his thanks for the help of Mr. Ralph Azevedo, Rohnert Park Junior High School Principal, for his aid in arranging for a public address system to be used at the dedication ceremonies. Clausen - Collier City Manager Callinan reported that the Rohnert Park Cham -- Appreciation Dinner ber of Commerce was sponsoring an appreciation dinner on Saturday evening following the dedication ceremonies for Congressman Clausen and Senator Collier and requested Coun- cil approval to have appropriate plaques prepared express- ing appreciation to the Congressman and Senator for their aid in obtaining the overpass. Upon motion.cF Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, staff was authorized to obtain plaques-as requested. Bus Service City Manager Callinan reported on a meeting of the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors concerning Golden Gate Transit System service. He advised that Transit System Director Lucius had stated, in the presence of Directors Luering and White, that he would try to get one more bus through our area right away. Councilman Smith also reported that Director Lucius had ad- vised him by telephone within the last few days that ser- vice through Rohnert Park would be improved right away. Bond Del.lnquencies City Manager Callinan reported that $22,000 was needed by the County Treasurer's Office for bond delinquencies and that most of this was for Sonoma Campus Company lands which are in foreclosure. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, staff was authorized to forward the $22,000 to the County Treasurer's Office and to have bond counsel vigorously pursue the city's fore - closure suit. ICMA Conference City Manager Callinan advised that he would be attending the International City Manager's Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota September 17 - 21 and requested approval to appoint R. M. Albright as City Manager Pro - Tempore during his absence. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the appointment of R. M. Albright as City Manager Pro- Tempore during the absence of City Manager Callinan was approved. Council Procedure City Attorney Maxwell reminded the Council that a unanimous vote was required to waive the reading of a resolution or an ordinance.. A brief'd.iscussion followed. Page -9- September 5, 1972 Cotati School District Maurice Fredericks, Cotati School District Trustee and Matters Volunteer Fireman, appeared to request that a Council mem- ber attend the September 14 meeting of the Committee on School District Organization to support the school district's request to change the boundaries of the district. Discus- sion followed during which it appeared that all Councilmen had prior commitments for that date. Adjr.:urnment There being no further business, Mayor Roberts declared the meeting adjourned at 10:50 p.m. C �� � Deputy City Clei�� APPROVED: mayqr