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1973/04/02 City Council MinutesCall to Order Roll Call Approval of Minutes ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 2, 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 Mayor Roberts presiding. Mayor Roberts called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Present: (5) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Hopkins, Smith and Roberts Absent: In nr \v nV'cl C Staff Present for all or part of the meeting: City'Manager Callinan, Deputy City Attorney Cooper, Planning Director Skanchy, Supt. of Public Works Wiggins, Director of,Parks.and Recreation Pekkain Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary and unanimously approved, the minutes of March 19 and 23 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $69134.09 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 noted specifically in these minutes. Mr. Jan Kravitz Mr. Jan Kravitz was recognized and commented on the proposed Camille Enterprises project and the development of Copeland Creek adjacent to it. He read exerpts from the Interim Open Space Policy adopted in August 1972 and pointed out that there may be inccnsiscencies between the policy and action that had been taken. Drug Counseling, Center Cotati Councilwoman Annette Lombardi introduced Mrs. Vickie Flaherty who discussed with the Council a need for a drug counseling center in the Cotati - Rohnert Park area. She solicited a pledge from the Council for financial support for such a center in order that it might make application for state or federal funding also. Discussion followed during which Mayor Roberts read a communication from D'irec- tor of Public Safety Robert Dennett concerning the matter. Further discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the Council pledged its support in concept and suggested that Miss Flaherty work with staff and department heads.in working out a program and come back, to the Council. Page -2- April 2, 1073 Miss Sonoma County Mrs. Ted Adkins was recognized,,made a presentation regard- Pageant ing the Miss Sonoma County Pageant, and solicited a contri- bution.for same.. Discussion followed. Councilman Beary made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, to pledge an amount in proportion to the city's assessed valuation as compared to the City ofSanta Rosa. Further discussion followed. Councilman Beary withdrew his motion. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Flores, and approved by the following voice vote, a contri- bution of $100 to,the Miss Sonoma County Pageant Associa- tion was approved: AYES: (3) Councilmen Flores, Smith and Roberts NOES: (2) Councilmen Beary and Hopkins Mr.. Dick Bacon Mr. Dick Bacon of the County Schools Office was recognized. County Schools Office He explained that under provisions of the Education Code his office would undertake any study for reorganization of school districts 'after an expression of interest from the schools involved; that the Cdati- Rohnert Park Elemen- tary, Petaluma High School, and Old Adobe Elementary School Districts had made such a request and the study was under way.but there was nothing firm to report at this time. Councilman Hopkins Councilman Hopkins left the Council Chambers during Mr. Leaves and Returns Bacon's presentation, the time being approximately 7:50 P.m. He returned at approximately 7:57 p.m. Mr. Bacon further explained that the study committee could give any one of the following recommendations: (1) to preserve the status quo; (2) re- examine and restudy; (3) suggest some implementation ;`that if some implementation was recommended that public hearings would be held and if the school boards involved concurred with therecommenda- tion, the re-- organization could take place rather soon, but if there was any significant opposition from the com- munity then an election would have to be held. The Council thanked Mr. Bacon for his report and requested that as soon as there was anything firm to report that the Council be so informed. Mr. Bacon responded in the affirmative. Bike Path Policy --. Mayor Roberts advised that effects of the bike path policy Effect on Northern would be considered at this time at the request of Mr. Area Subdivisions Jimmie Rogers because he 'had a mare in foal. City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo dated March 30 con- cerning bike paths. Discussion followed with Mr. Rogers participating and (luring which it was suggested that the Parks and Recreation Commission be included in any meeting hlc3 with developers to work out a program as outlined in Mr. Callinan9s memo. Mr. Rogers also pointed out that the Ownns property was not included in the calculations for funds that would be generated in the area north of the Page -3- April 2, 1973 the Expressway and it had been agreed that it should be and estimated this property would generate approx- ;mnt-aly $6n nnn in Onni+nI Tmn-eimmynan+ PlinAQ P11-0+11py, discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Flores, and approved by the following roll call vote, a meeting will beheld with developers of the subject property with the obligations already made on the Shapell property to be honored: AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Hopkins, Smith, and Roberts I\TOrQ (ol Vo- Councilman Smith commented he assumed the motion adopted at the last regular meeting regarding developers paying for bike paths was still valid. Council agreed that it was. Flores-Cost of Councilman Flores took a moment to give a statement on his Houses views concerning the rising cost of houses. File No. 0283 Planning Director Skanchy reviewed his staff report on Qantas Development File No. 0283 prepared for the Planning Commission dated Corp.-Rezoning March 1 which recommended approval of the rezoning, pointed Application out the location of the subject pro * perty on the General Plan map and explained the site plan for the proposed development entitled "Lo's Llanos" which was on display. Discussion followed during which Councilman Smith complimented Qantas representatives on the Environmental Impact Statement for the development, stating it was the best one to come before the Council to date. Mayor Roberts declared the public hearing open on the application of Qantas-Development Corp. for zoning to R-1-6500-PD (Single Family Residential-Planned Unit Development) of approximately 71 acres on the east side of'the Northwestern Pacific Railroad, south of Southwest Boulevard. Mr. Glen Durden, 1420 Southwest Boulevard, was recognized and commented concerning the amount of open space in the proposed development and that problems should be worked out prior to granting the toning. Mr. Bill Whitney, 1440 Southwest Boulevard, was recognized and discussed the location of the houses in the proposed development in relation to the railroad tracks, and asked about a statement in the General Plan that homes should be at least 200 feet from railroad tracks. Councilman Smith responded that the statement was actually contained in the proposed amendments to the General Plan which were not yet adopted and would not be retroactive. Page -4- April 2, 1973 Mr, Jon Joslyn of Qantas Development Corp. was recognized and,est.imated that no house in the development would be nearer than 125 -150 feet to the railroad tracks, discussed the proposed development in general, and answered questions of the Council. Mr. Jan Kravitz, 1420 Southwest Boulevard, of the Rohnert Park Community Interest Association, was recognized and commented he thought there should be more open space in the development and expressed the thought that it seemed developers were trying to rush plans through before the moratorium on Environmental Impact Statements ends. Planning director Skanchy explained that the city had been requiring Environmental Impact Statements all along and had not observed the moratorium. Mr. Pat Taylor, 488 Alta Avenue, was recognized and comm- ented tie thought the plan was a commendable one and was in favor of the rezoning. He also commented he had heard no complaints from residents in.other developments near the railroad tracks and that buyers were made aware of the tracks prior to purchasing. He further commented that the park space conforms to the General Plan. There being no one else desiring to be heard, Mayor Roberts declared the public hearing closed, Ordinance No. 195 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 63- ZONING ORDINANCE (Qantas Development Corp. File 0283) City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No..195 was waived and said ordinance was introduced; AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Hopkins and Smith. NOES: (1) Mayor Roberts Mayor Roberts stated for the record he did not believe there was enough open space available in the area of rezoning. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously:approved, the Council directed that the Planning Commission action on the tentative map for "Los Llanos99 be only advisory to the Council. Flores Miscellaneous Councilman Flores took a moment to make a statement of his views concerning growth, development and schools. Councilman Smith r Councilman Smith left the Council Chambers at this point Leaves in the meeting, the time being approximately 9:00 p.m. I i Page -5- April 2, 1973 File No. 0205 Planning Director Skanchy reviewed his staff report on i Spvock, Company r-L.Le No. 0205 prepared for the Planning Commission dated Application for February 6, pointed out the location of the subject Zoning property on the General Plan map, explained the site plan for the area which was on display, and advised that the Planning Commission had recommended rezoning as requested. Mayor Roberts declared the public hearing open on the application of Spivock Company for zoning to various residential and commercial districts of approximately 175 acres generally north of the City of Rohnert Park Golf Course. Mr. Norman Spivoc,k wa.,s.recognized and further explained his site plan. Discussion followed concerning the size and cost of the school and park property contained in the plan, Councilman Smith Councilman Smith returned during the above discussion, the Returns time being approximately 9:10 p.m. Planning Director Skanchy read letters from the Sonoma County Water Agency dated October 6, 1972 and March 30, 1973 concerning the subject property. There being no one else desiring to be heard, Mayor Roberts declared the public hearing closed. A lengthy discussion followed.with Planning Director Skanchy and.1,4r. Spivock participating concerning the requested rezoning, Planning Commission recommendation for approval, and recommendations contained in the staff report. Councilman Hopkins made a motion, seconded by Councilman Beary, that the requested rezoning be denied. It was pointed out the matter could not be considered for another year unless the request was denied without prejudice and that state law requires that all property in the city be rezoned prior. to June 30, 1973. Councilman Beary withdrew his second. The motion died for lack of a second. Discussion followed during which it was decided to rezone the property in accordance with the recommendations con- tained in Planning Director Skanchy's staff report dated February 6, 1973 to the Planning Commission. Ordinance No. 196 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 63-ZONING ORDINANCE (Spivock Company, File 0205) City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Beary, and approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance Noo 196 was waived and said ordinance was introduced: Page -6- April 2, 1973 AYES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Flores, and Hopkins NOES: (2) Councilmen Smith and Roberts Mr. Spivock was again recognized. He reminded that he had a commitment from the Council before the Planning Commission was re- activated that he could have the overall density on his property as shown on the General Plan. He further explained his plan and stated that the overall density was less than called for on the General Plan, Councilman Beary Leaves Councilman Beary left the Council Chambers during the and Returns above presentation, the time being approximately 9:35 P.M. He returned at approximately 9:37 p.m. File 0199A Planning Director Skanchy reviewed his staff report on File Camille Enterprises No. 0199A prepared for the Planning Commission dated Revised Plan February 20 and explained the site plans and elevations on display. He advised that the developer would like to leave Copeland Creek in as natural a state as possible but there are problems to be resolved with the Sonoma County Water Agency regarding channelization. At the request of Council, Planning Director Skanchy read the conditions contained in his staff .report dated February 20 as amended. Mayor Roberts declared the public hearing open on the revised plan of Camille Enterprises for a proposed apart - ment complex on 25 acre parcel on Snyder Lane north of the high school. Planning Director Skanchy read a letter from Nore Thiesfeld, Sonoma State College, dated April 2 to Mayor Roberts and also read copy of a letter from Mr. Thiesfeld to Vito Cetta, Architect for Camille Enterprises, dated March 27. Mr. Jan Kravitz, 1420 Southwest Blvd. of the Rohnert Park Community Interest Association, was recognized. He relayed some concerns from the College Housing Office regarding treatment of Copeland Creek, expressing the hope that it could be left as natural as possible. He also commented -that he thought the density of the proposed development was too high. Mr. Bill Whitney, 1440 Southwest Boulevard, was recognized and discussed with Mr. McGuire and Mr. Cetta of Camille Enterprises the projected population of the college, the number of units planned for the development, and questioned the need for same. Mr. Vito Cetta, Architect, was recognized and further explained the plans and elevations on display. Mr. Pat McGuire, Camille Enterprises, was recognized. He explained that there is a set of plans for the subject Property which had been approved for Mr. Martin Stone, that Page -7- April 2, 1973 in purchasing the property from Mr. Stone he had also had to purchase said plans, but felt they left something to be desired and had -therefore engaged an architect to draw new plans for the property. He advised that the landscape architect was working closely with the Sonoma County Water Agency and had a verbal commitment from that agency that if adequate flow for water is provided through the present channel, with improvements, it will be okay. Mr. Glen Durden, 1420 Southwest Blvd., was recognized and asked if the proposed apartments would be soundproofed. Mr. Cetta explained the proposed construction and that it should effectively sound proof interior walls. There being no one further desiring -to be heard, Mayor Roberts declared the public hearing closed. A lengthy discussion followed with Mr. McGuire and Mr. Cetta participating concerning density and how the present plans compared with those approved for Mr. Stone. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and approved by the following roll call vote, the first phase of the plan was approved with the remainder of the plan approved in concept, subject to the following conditions in addition to those listed in the staff report dated February 20: 1. No parking on Snyder Lane or the Expressway. 2. Driveways and parking standards must meet the Chief Building Inspector's standards. 3. Density for Phase 1 shall not exceed the average density for the entire project. AYES- (3) Councilmen Beary, Flores, and Smith. NOES- (2) Councilmen Hopkins and Roberts Recess Mayor Roberts declared a recess at this point in the meeting, the time being approximately 10:45 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Roberts reconvened the meeting at approximately 10:55 P.M. Adult Ladies Soft- City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the ball Team-Shirts Council a memo from Director of Parks and Recreation Pekkain dated March 29 reflecting a recommendation of approval from the Parks and Recreation Commission for the purchase of shirts for the Ladies Softball Team and Mr. Callinan's note thereon that such approval for adults would be setting a precedent. Mrs. Judy Sotak, 7594 Bernice Avenue, was recognized. She further explained the details pertaining to the purchase of the shirts as recommended by the Parks and Page -8- April 2, 1973 Recreation Commission and solicited Council approval. Discussion followed with Mrs. Sotak participating. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Beary,,and unanimously approved, the purchase of 21 shirts which would belong to the city and loaned to the Rohnert Park.Women's Softball Association and be imprinted "City of Rohnert Park, the Friendly City" was approved. Swimming Pool City Manager Callinan noted that the Parks and Recreation Membership for Commission had recommended approval of a family pool Boys Baseb'all,Assn. membership for -the Rohnert Park Boys Baseball Program annual raffle and that this had been done in the past. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and Unanimously approved, a family pool membership for the Rohnert Park Boys Baseball Association was approved. Neighborhood Park City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the Name Council a memo from Director of Parks and Recreation Pekkain dated March 29 reflecting a recommendation of approval of the Parks and Recreation Commission for the park south of East Cotati Avenue to be named "Lady Bug Park". He noted that just prior to the Council meeting a petition, bearing 94 signatures of residents in the area south of East Cotati Avenue, supporting the recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission had been presented to him by Mr. Jay Kelley of 778 Lindsay Avenue. Discussion followed concerning use of the lady bug theme in play equipment for the park. Mr. Pekkain advised that some of the equipment had already been ordered, but the theme could be followed in subsequent improvements. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, the name Lady Bug,Park" was approved for the park in the area south of East Cotati Avenue: AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and, Roberts NOES: (1) Councilman Hopkins Ordinance No. 193 ORDINANCE AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE, NO. 63 (Zoning Map Change, Codding Enterprises, File. 0279) City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 193 was waived and said ordinance was adopted: AYES- (5) Councilman Beary, Flores, Hopkins, Smith and Roberts NOES: (0) None Page 9. April 2, 1973 Ordinance Regulating or Consideration of the ordinance concerning the use of 'D lbiting the Use of motor bikes listed on the agenda was deferred at the Motor Bikes in Drainage request of Deputy City Attorney Cooper in order to allow Ways and Certain Other more time for its preparation. Public Areas Resolution No. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SPECIAL DUTY RATE OF COMPENSATION 73-33 FOR VOLUNTEER POLICE AUXILIARY AND RATE OF BILLING FOR SPECIAL POLICE SERVICE City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beaty, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution ..No. 73-33 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Outlining Council Consideration of the resolution outlining Council policy Policy on Growth on growth was deferred at the request of Deputy City Attorney Cooper. Mr. Cooper discussed some questions to be considered in the preparation of said resolution. Resolution No, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK ESTABLISHING '73-34 PROCEDURES FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT OF 1970 Deputy City Attorney Cooper explained the resolution. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 73-34 was waived and said resolution was adopted as amended during the discussion. Deer Meadow Village City Manager Callinan explained that City Attorney Maxwell File No. 0143 had advised that a strong letter expressing concern over the status of Deer Meadow Village would be sufficient rather than the resolution listed on the agenda. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the preparation of a strong letter expressing concern over the status of Deer Meadow Village by City Attorney Maxwell for the Mayor's signature was approved. Sub - Regional Waste City Manager Callinan noted that copies of the "Sub- Water Management Regional Waste Water Management Plan for the Santa Rosa Plan for.the Santa Plain" had been provided to each member of the Council and Rosa Plain that the engineers are having to do some additional work on the plan because the Water Quality Control Board had changed some requirements. Planning Director Mayor Roberts commended Planning Director Skanchy for Skanchy his excellent preparation of staff reports. Proposed Council Participation in Retirement System I Page -10- April 2, 1973 Mayor Roberts initiated 'a discussion concerning the proposed Council participation in the employees' retirement system, commenting that he did not believe a majority,6f.the Council desired same and it therefore would be a waste of time to hold public hearings on same. A lengthy discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, approved by the following voice vote, the proposed Council participation in the retirement system will be set for public hearing- AYES: (3) Councilmen Flores, Hopkins, and Smith NOES: (2) Councilmen Beary and Roberts Councilman Flores stated for the record that he personally would not participate in the retirement system if it be- came available, but thought those who had served on the Council for a number of years should be entitled to participate if they so desired. Parking Requirements Councilman Hopkins initiated a, brief discussion concerning Multi-Family parking requirements in multi-family districts and advised Districts he would like some recommendations from planning staff toward increasing same. Planning Director Skanchy responded he was preparing recommendations along the line suggested and would he presenting same to the Planning Commission at the April 12th meeting. C.CCJ Representation Councilman Hopkins questioned whether or not he had been appointhd as representative to the California Council on Criminal Justice. Mayor Roberts responded in the affirm- z . �tive. Bike Paths Councilman Beary initiated a brief discussion regarding bike paths and requested that copies of a Palo Alto report concerning same be obtained and made available to the Council. Regional Park Councilman Beary reported that he and city staff had attended the County Board of Supervisors meeting earlier in the day at which the proposed regional park had been considered. He'advised that Supervisors Hinkle4nd Vella had brought up some quest'ions regarding same, i.'e. ingress and egress to the'site; did the park fit in with the Environs Plan; and wondered if the Environs Plan was adopted whether or not the Price.of the property might drop. He further advised that':action on the matter had been deferred until- after the Supervisors' public hearing on the Environs Plan. City Office Councilman Smith questioned the presence of an antenna on Building the roof of the City Office.Building. Staff responded Page -11- April 2, 1973 that it was for the Muzak system in the City offices. A br1e.9' AZ L f u1scussil-on followed concerning some residents? believing that antennas could not be placed on the roofs of residences in certain areas. SB 73 Councilman Smith briefly reviewed SB 73 which concerns election of councilmen to fill vacancies. No action was taken. Department of,­, Councilman Flores noted that he and Councilman Hopkins had Public Safety been designa'ted to meet with staff to study the report from the Department of Public Safety and suggested that the meeting be hold during the week of April 16 since that was Sy-uing vacation. Elve `- `,- Flores reminded that the League of California Mayor' L gislal n Conference Cities was holding a Mayors' Legislative Conference in Sacramento May 14-16. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, any member of the Council who was available was authorized to attend the May 14-16 conference. Public Works Radio City Manager Callinan briefly reviewed his memo to the Council dated March 30 concerning a radio for one of the new Public Works trucks. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, purchase of the radio as requested was authorized. City Office Building City Manager Callinan briefly reviewed his memo to the Exterior Lights Council dated March 30 concerning exterior lights for the City Office Building and reviewed the quotes received for same. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, installation of the lights was authorized by the low bidder, Tonelli Electrical,, at a quoted price of $1,585. Undergrounding City Manager Callinan briefly reviewed his memo to the Utilities Council dated March 30 concerning Representatives to the Undergrounding Committee. Council indicated members of the Committee should remain as now listed, i.e. Council- men Smith and Roberts. Library City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated March 30 concerning library facilities and advised he is working on efforts to keep the library in Rohnert Park rather than Cotati. Stadium Project City Manager Callinan briefly reviewed his memo to the Council dated March 30 concerning efforts on use of the stadium at the college and advised he would be meeting Page -12- April 2, 1973 the next day at the college -to look at bleachers. Public Works Building. City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council and Corporation Yard dated March 30 concerning a Public Works Building and Corporation Yard. Council indicated no objection to moving ahead on the project. Mr. Callinan advised he would report back to the Council on funding for the project. Adjournment 'There being no further business, Mayor Roberts adjourned the meeting at 12:17 a.m. April 3 to April 11 at 7:00 p.m. J Deputy tity CY rk —y- a ` ry a q x ref, s s { y _ j r' ` y ra ry TU _ M /PJ, C �/ ,_.._,1 0( �j %t -C�fr D Ut WE ThE UhDERSIGhED SUPPORT THE RECO!"IMENDATi0h OF' ;,ev,,, ,� ThE PARKS AND RECREATION COMmISSIOA OF' ROhNERT PARK TO IVAl\,IE THE 111,11 SECTION PARK LADYBUG PARK ADDRESS C/ -77 k 7A pry Z-d' 6. w,5 o Y-)