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1973/03/19 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 19, 1973 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 7:00 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 7:40 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. •�� �a�1 Present: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Hopkins and Smith Late: (1) Mayor Roberts; his time of arrival is noted in these minutes. Staff Present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, Deputy City Attorney Cooper and Engineer Larry Woods. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the minutes of March 5 and 12, and the February 12 Town Meeting, were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list.in,,the amount of $24,108.67 were approved. Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attenti-on.of the Council. No action was taken on any communication except as.;noted specifically in these minutes. Mayor Roberts Mayor Roberts arrived at this point in the meeting, time Arrives being approximately 7:03 p.m. and assumed the chair. Legislative Review City Manager Callinan noted that the League of California Cities suggested that a Councilman should be designated to review state legislation and report to the Council on same. A brief discussion followed. Councilman Smith was appoint- ed to.review state legislation and report to the Council on any'legislation of particular interest. File No. 0279 City Manager Callinan explained the application of Codding Codding Enterprises Enterprises for a change in zoning to CR -PD (Regional Appl. for change in Commercial - Planned Unit Development) of approximately 20 Zcning'to CR--PD of acres located between South Santa Rosa Avenue and U.S. 101 Approximately 20 acres Freeway in the vicinity of the Expressway -- Freeway Inter- in the vicinitycP the change and pointed out the location of the proposed rezon- Expressway- Freeway ing;on the General Plan Map and maps designated as Rohnert Interrehange Park Regional Shopping Center for Codding Enterprises, all on display. Mayor Roberts declared the public hearing open on the appli -- cation,of Codding Enterprises for change in zoning to CR- rli or approximately acres in the vicinity of the Express- way-Freeway Interchange. Ordinance -No. 193 Page - -2- March 19, 1973 City Manager Callinan advised that no written communications had been received on the matter. There being no one desir- ing to be heard, the public,hearing was closed. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 63 (Zoning Map -- Codding Enterprises) City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman- Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 193 was waived and said ordinance was introduced: AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Hopkins, Smith and Roberts NOES (0) None Resolution No. 73 -16 RESOLUTION DECLARING WEEDS GROWING UPON OR IN FRONT OF CERTAIN .PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK,TO BE A PUBLIC NUISANCE, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO POST NOTICE THEREOF, AND DETERMINING HEARING DATES AS REQUIRED BY SEC - TION 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 27 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 73 -1.6 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 73 -17 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING COMPLETION AND.DIRECTING ENGINEER TO FILE NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF COMPLETION (Rohnert Park Expres3- way West, Project No. 1972 -7) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 73--17 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 73 -18 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZ- ING RELEASE OF BOND (Colegio Vista Subdivision, Unit No. 2) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of.Resolution No. 73 -18 was waived and. said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 73 -19 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (Southwest Blvd. Right of Way) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon.motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution Page -3- March 19, 1973 73 -19 was waived and said resolution was adopted. .Resolution No. 73 -20 RESOLUTION APPROVING JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY OF SONOMA (Re.Balanced Transportation Program) Ordinance No.. 194 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 73 -20 was waived and said resolution was adopted. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CONTRACT WITH PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM (To Provide for Council Members partici- pation in Retirement System) City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Counalman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance No. 194 was waived and said ordinance was introduced. Mr. Rolf Orser, 7631 Bonita Avenue, was recognized. He asked if the addition of Councilmen to the Retirement System would be the subject of 'a public hearing prior to adoption. The Council agreed there would be a public hearing on -the matter at the time of adoption of the ordin- ance which would be during budget consideration. Project Nod 1971 73 City Manager Callinan advised that bond counsel had not Hinebaugh Creek,et al quite completed the necessary paper work for Project No. Assessment District 1971 -3 but should within a few days and requested that an adjourned meeting be held later in the week to consider same. Discussion followed. City Manager Callinan explained Project No. 1971 -3, advis- ing that it was a massive drainage project covering the area generally between the freeway and Snyder Lane north of the Expressway and explained some of the improvements included in the project. He reported that the preliminary cost estimate for the project was $1,250,000 or approximate - ly $1500 per acre. At Council request Mr. Callinan explained the difference between 1912 and 1915 -Act bonds; i.e., the land is security on 1911 Act bonds and the city pledges its general credit to pay any delinquencies encountered on 1915 Act bonds. He also explained that the city has no commitment for any major improvements in the subject area except for $50,000 for the Country Club Drive bridge. Discussion followed. The Council members indicated no objection to three of the Councilmen considering the project at an afternoon meeting. It was decided to have said meeting at 4:00 p.m. Friday, March 23. Park Plaza Councilman Beary initiated a brief discussion regarding the Trash Containers lack of outside trash containers at Park Plaza Shopping Center. Mr. Callinan indicated he would follow up on the matter. School District Councilman Beary inquired if anything had developed with Roundaries regard to the school district boundary study discussed at the recent joint meeting between the high school district officials and city officials. Mr. Callinan responded that he had prepared a draft of a resolution concerning the matter. Page -4- March 19, 1973 City of Cotati City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council Proposed Santa Rosa dated March 16 concerning the request of the City of Cotati Avenue Sewer Line to make a connection to-the sewer main on South Santa Rosa Assessment District Avenue. Discussion followed. Councilman Hopkins Councilman Hopkins left the Council Chambers during the Leaves and Returns above"discussion, the time being approximately 7:29 p.m. He returned at approximately 7:31 p.m. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the connection, as requested by the City of Cotati, to the South Santa Rosa ' Avenue sewer main was authorized, and the metering station requirement waived for the present but with a flume being required so that the flow can be monitored. Project Report for City Manager Callinan distributed copies of the Project Sewer Main to Santa Report for Sewer Main to Santa Rosa Laguna Treatment Plant Rosa Laguna Treatment prepared by Yoder- Trotter -Orlob f Associates. A brief Plant discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously.approved; the Project Report prepared by Yoder- Trotter` -Orlob & Associates was accepted and dis- tribution of said report to the appropriate state and federal agencies authorized. School Bond Councilman Hopkins initiated a discussion concerning the Election April,'17th school bond election, commenting that he felt •the'Cotati- Rohnert Park school district could be doing a better job of promoting the election and would like the Council'to be kept informed about what the school district is doing to insure passage of the bond election. Mr. Callinan indicated he would keep the Council informed by checking with-Supt. Davidson for activities being conducted to enlist support for the Mond election. Councilman Beary reported that approximately 300 new people in the community had been registered to vote with approxi- mately half of those being in the holiday Park area. Park Plaza Councilman Beary initiated a brief discussion regarding the Trash Containers lack of outside trash containers at Park Plaza Shopping Center. Mr. Callinan indicated he would follow up on the matter. School District Councilman Beary inquired if anything had developed with Roundaries regard to the school district boundary study discussed at the recent joint meeting between the high school district officials and city officials. Mr. Callinan responded that he had prepared a draft of a resolution concerning the matter. Page -5- March 19, 1973 Resolution No. - 73--21 RESOLUTION CONCERNING SCHOOLS ORGANIZATION STUDY OF GREATER ROHNERT PARK AREA City Manager Callinan read the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 73--21 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Councilman Smith suggested that someone from the County Schools Office be invited to the next Council meeting to give a status report on the study. Council concurred. Motor Bikes on Councilman Beary initiated a discussion concerning com_ Creek Rights of—Way plaints he had received about motor bikes riding along Copeland Creek and disturbing residents in -the El Colegio area. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the City Attorney was directed to prepare an ordinance prohibiting motor bikes being ridden along, creek rights of way. Bike Paths in Councilman Smith initiated a discussion regarding construc- Subdivisions tion of bike paths in subdivisions. Councilman Smith made a motion, seconded by Councilman Beary, and approved by the following roll call vote, that the city should adopt a policy of requiring construction, by the developer, of bike paths in subdivisions the same as other public improvements, such as streets, curbs,, side- walks, etc. AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores; Smith and Roberts NOES: (0) None ABSTAIN: (1) Councilman Hopkins Councilman Hopkins stated he abstained because he did not understand the proposal fully. City Manager Callinan was requested to report_at the next regular Council meeting on the commitment that the city might have to: give credit against the recreational fees on new dwelling units for bike paths installed in the area of the Shapell rezoning. Development Informa -., Councilman Smith initiated a discussion concerning the... tion For School recent joint meeting between Petaluma High School District Districts, officials.and,.Rohnert Park City officials commenting there seemed to be some question about the school district being fully informed concerning development and the numbers of children that could be expected from ,various developments. He stated he.:had a format or flow chart type of form that he would.make:available.to staff. City Manager Callinan indicated he would see that such a report was taken care of if Mr. Smith provided his suggested form. High School Mayor Roberts recognized the Rancho Cotate students in the Government Classes audience and welcomed them to the meeting. City Manager Callinan responded they were from Mr. Don Kite's government classes at the high school and noted. that several speakers from various governmental agencies had spoken to the classes. County Housing Mr. Rich Lehtinen from the County Planning Department Analysis and Survey appeared before the Council to answer questions and dis- Report cuss the County Housing Analysis and Survey Report prepared by the County Planning Department. Councilman Hopkins Councilman Hopkins left the Council Chambers during the Leaves and Returns above discussions the time being approximately 8:27 p.m. He returned at approximately 8:33 p.m. Page -g- March 19, 1973 Regional Park_., Councilman Flores reported he had talked with Mr. Rapozo and had received permission for the city to use the proposed regional park site on Easter Sunday for community activities and that written confirmation would follow. A brief discus - sion followed regarding water and sanitation facilities that would be necessary for use of the property and the planned Easter Egg hunt. City Manager Callinan indicated he would have city staff take care of the necessary restroom facilities for the day. Department of Public Councilman Flores initiated a discussion regarding the Safety Annual Report Department of Public Safety Annual Report and suggested that a committee of two Councilmen be appointed to meet with City Manager Callinan and Chief Dennett and report back to the Council on any projects that might be under- taken to alleviate some crime problems. Councilmen Flores and Hopkins indicated they would like to serve on said committee and were so designated. City - School Matters Councilman Flores commented he had been asked why the Cotati- Rohnert Park School District Board had not been included in the recent joint meeting with Petaluma High School District officials. City Manager Callinan responded that it is Council policy to have an annual meeting with each school district board separately. Water. Needs Mayor Roberts initiated a brief discussion regarding a communication received from the North Marin Water District regarding a possible water deficiency in 1974 -75. Architectural Matters Mayor Roberts initiated a brief discussion concerning a house in the area south-of East Cotati Avenue being sur- rounded by two story houses. City Manager Callinan indi- cated he would have the Building Inspector check on the matter. High School Mayor Roberts recognized the Rancho Cotate students in the Government Classes audience and welcomed them to the meeting. City Manager Callinan responded they were from Mr. Don Kite's government classes at the high school and noted. that several speakers from various governmental agencies had spoken to the classes. County Housing Mr. Rich Lehtinen from the County Planning Department Analysis and Survey appeared before the Council to answer questions and dis- Report cuss the County Housing Analysis and Survey Report prepared by the County Planning Department. Councilman Hopkins Councilman Hopkins left the Council Chambers during the Leaves and Returns above discussions the time being approximately 8:27 p.m. He returned at approximately 8:33 p.m. Page --7- March 19, 1973 Councilman Hopkins again left the Council Chambers during the above discussion, the time being approximately 8:52 p.m. He returned at approximately 8:55 p.m. Mauk vs. City City Manager Callinan advised the Council of a lawsuit .filed against the city by Constance Mauk as a result of an automobile accident involving Chief Dennett and which occurred at the County Administration Center. He reported that the matter had been referred to the city's insurance agent and the legal staff of the insurance company would handle the matter. He also noted that copies of the summons Ana rmmnlaint hart T%a<an i-n +ha Pi +tT A + +^"Y)aXT Overpass Appraisal City Manager Callinan reported that the appraisal costs Costs for the overpass project had been paid in full with Codding Enterprises, Paul Wright and Tien Oretsky, and Roberts and Aguirre contributing funds for the unpaid shares of Auto Center Enterprises and Cofego Enterprises. Bike Paths Mr. Jay Kelly, 770 Lindsay Avenue, was recognized. He commented that he hoped the bike paths in Holiday Park would be improved as soon as possible and suggested that Mr. Condiotti be approached for a contribution toward developing the bike paths. Discussion followed with Mr. Kelly participating. Council indicated that the bike path development would be included as a line item in the 1973 --74 budget. Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday, March 23, 1973. �e-pu � Ci y Clem APPROVED: e.� PSa"