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1974/06/17 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 17, 1974 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 Peary presiding. The regular session was preceded by an executive session which commenced at 7:00 p.m. and at which all Councilmen, City Manager Callinan, and City Attorney.Flitner were present, and which was held to discuss personnel matters, possible litigation matters, and employee negotiation matters. Call to Order. Mayor Peary called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7:35 p.-m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Present: (5) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Hopkins, Smith, and Beary' Absent: (0) None Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, and Planning Director Skanchy Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the minutes of June 3 were approved as submitted. Mary Gill, 8695 Lancaster Drive was recognized. She commented regarding the June 3rd minutes and the dis- cussion held concerning "Ll' section and asked if it was the practice to summarize in the minutes. Councilman Flores responded that the minutes reflect the consensus of the Council rather than remarks made by individual Councilmen. Approval. of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $117,161.72 were approved. Said total includes $34,803.35 for the Rohnert Park Civic Commission. Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the Council. No action as,taken on any communication except as noted specifically in these minutes. Councilman Hopkins initiated a brief discussion concern- ing correspondence received from Senator Tunney regarding a parking surcharge program and requested that a copy of the letter sent to the Environmental Protection Agency over Councilman Hopkins' signature be provided to Senator Tunney. Page 20 June 179 1974 Project No. 1956-1 Mayor Beary declared the scheduled public hearing Amended Ass , essment open on Project No. 1956-1, Amended Assessment No. No. 8.246.1.1 8.246.1.1. City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated June 14 concerning the Proposed amendment, advised that notice of the public hearing had been published in the local newspaper, and that no written communications had been received. There being no one desiringto be heard, Mayor Beary declared the public hearing closed. Resolution No.174-90 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING AMENDED ASSESSMENT, PROJECT NO. 1956-1, ASSESSMENT NO. 8,246.1.1 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 74-80 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Project No. 1967-5' Mayor Beary declared the.sch'eduled public hearing open Amended Assessment on Project No. 1967-5, Amended Assessment No. 1-1. No. 1-1 City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated June 14 concerning the proposed amendment, advised that notice of the public hearing had been published in the local newspaper, and that no written communications had been received. There being no one desiring to be heard, Mayor Beary declared the public hearing closed. Resolution No. 7481 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING AMENDED ASSESSMENT, SEWER AND WATER PROJECT NO. 67-5, CITY,OFROHNERT PARK, ASSESSMENT NO. 1-1 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved9 the reading of Resolution No. 74-81 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Project No. 1967-5 Mayor Beary declared the scheduled public hearing open Amended Assessment on Project No. 1967-5, Amended Assessment No. 6. No. 6 City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated June 14 concerning the proposed amendment, advised that notice of the.public hearing had been published in the local newspaper, and that no written communications had been received. There being no one desiring,to be heard, Mayor Beary declared the public hearing closed. Page 3. June 179 1974 Resolution No. 74-82 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING AMENDED ASSESSMENT, SEWER AND WATER PROJECT NO. 67-5, CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, ASSESSMENT NO. 6 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Eck and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 74-82 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Founder's Day Chairman Mr. Chet Crowley, 8685 Laurel Drive, Founder's Day Chet Crowley Committee Chairman, was recognized. He made a brief presentation referring to the Founder's Day Committee Budget Request for 1974 previously supplied to each member of the Council and requested that the city under- write the activities of the Committee noting that it was anticipated that at least 500 of the budgeted funds would be returned to the city through fund raising efforts of the Committee. Discussion followed with Mr. Crowley participating. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, $2,036 was allocated to the Founder's Day Committee as requested in the budget document submitted, a copy of which is on file. AYES: (5) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Hopkins, Smith, and Beary NOES: (0) None Reception for New Mrs. Cecil Flores and Mrs, Julan Pekkain appeared and College President requested $150 to assist the Roh-nert Park Women's Association and Cultural Arts Corporation in arranging a reception for Dr. Wagner, new Cal State Sonoma President. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, $150 was allocated as requested. Resolution No. 74-83 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT (School Site Adjacent to Alicia Park) City Manager Callinan,reviewed the resolution and agree- ment between the city and the Cotati-Rohnert Park School District. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Reso- lution No. 74-83 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Page 4 Ordinance No. 227 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO* 55 TO ESTABLISH PRIMA-FACIE SPEED LIMIT ON COMMERCE BLVD. (80 MPH .northbound from Southwest Boulevard to Expressway) City Manager Callinan reviewed the ordinance and his memo to the Council dated June 14 concerning same. Councilman Hopkins made a motion to reject the ordinance since it is against staff recommendations. The motion died for lack of a second. Councilman Flores made a motion, seconded by Councilman Smith, to adopt Ordinance No. 227-setting a 25 MPH speed limit. A lengthy discussion followed concerning cita- tions not being given until motorists go 5 MPH over the posted speed limit. With the Consent of Councilmen Flores and Smith, Council- man Eck made a motion to amend the ordinance to provide for a 30 MPH speed limit. Said motion was approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: (5) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Hopkins, Smith, and Beary NOES: (0) None Councilman Flores motion to adopt Ordinance No. 227 was approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: (4) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Smith, and Beary NOES: (1) Councilman Hopkins Upon motion-of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith, and approved by the following roll call vote, the Public Safety Department will be instructed that the 30 MPH speed,.limit is to be strictly adhered to: AYES: (4) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Smith, and Beary NOES: (1) Councilman Hopkins Councilman Eck.made a motion to direct the Department of Public Safety to conduct a survey of the subject portion of Commerce Boulevard 'Within the next 30 days if possible. City Manager Callinan advised that the radar unit was being repaired and the department had been instructed to conduct such a survey as soon as possible. Councilman Eck withdrew his motion. Project No. 1974-5 City Manager Callinan reviewed the bids received for the East Cotati Avenue East Cotati Avenue Water Main, Project No. 1974-5, and Water Main his memo to the Council dated June 14 concerning same, Page 5. June 17, 1974 advising that Argonaut Constructors was the low bidder with a bid of $11,449. Discussion followed. Resolution No. 74-84 A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT, EAST COTATI AVENUE WATER MAIN, PROJECT NO. 1974-5 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved,, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 74-84 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Project No. 19713-11, City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo To the Council Wells No. 10 & 11 concerning Project No. 1973-11, Wells No. 10 & 11. advis- ing that the city's position had been sustained in the lawsuit challenging the environmental approval given to Phase II of said project. Discussion followed. Resolution No. 74-85 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING COMPLETION AND DIRECTING ENGINEER TO PILE NOTICE OF COMPLETION, WELLS NO. 10 & 11, PROJECT NO. 1973-11 (Phase I) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution and reviewed his memo to the Council dated June 14 concerning same. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 74 -85 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Ground Water Study City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated June 14 concerning the ground water study to be made by the State Department of Water Resources and solicited suggestions from the Council concerning the study and the agreement covering same. it was suggested that Cal State College, Sonoma be requested to participate in the cost of the study and that time on the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors agenda be requested for Mayor Beary to appear and solicit county participation in the study. Discussion followed. Councilman Smith commented he wanted further discussions with State Water Resources Agency representatives con- cerning the test well and read his memo to the Council dated June 1b1concerning same, a copy of which is on file. A lengthy discussion followed. Councilman Eck made a motion, seconded by Councilman Smith, and approved by the following voice vote, to approve initiation of the ground water study, with the agreement for same to include feasibility of recharging the ground water basin,and deleting any reference to Page 6. June 17, 1974 drilling.of a test well unless Mr. Ford of the State Water Resources Board can confirm that the test well is essential: AYES: (4) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Smith, and Baary, NOES: (1) Councilman Hopkins Further discussion followed concerning drilling of a test well in connection the ground water study. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, staff was directed to clarify with Mr. Ford the essentiality of drilling a test well and if it is essential to the study, to approach the state on funding of the well: AYES: (5) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Hopkins, Smith, and Beary NOES: (0) None County Water Project City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated June 14 concerning the County Water Project and solicited suggestions concerning the contract for same. City Attorney Flitner reminded the council that he could not advise Rohnert Park on this matter since he had com- mitted to conclude representation for the City of Santa Rosa prior to leaving employment with Santa Rosa, but he could explain what he had.learned about the agreement in public meetings. He explained that the contract running to the year 2014 was due to the time limitation on G. 0. Bonds; that an agency should state how much water it needs for a reason- able time into the future and live with that amount; if a larger need was dezired in the future that 1100 of -the charges would have to be paid, but efforts would have to be made to augment the agency's existing water system, e.g. additional storage if there is a water shortage; that in a water shortage non-prime users would be cut off and prime users would share the water supply on a pro-rata basis. Discussion followed during which staff noted that ' Sonoma County Water Agency representa- tives had suggested that l.MPG for Rohnert Park was suf- ficient from the aqueduct since Rohnert Park had good wells and should rely on them as a primary source of water. Further discussion followed during which it was recom- mended by consensus of Council that efforts be made to incorporate provisions isions for recharge of the city's under- ground water basin into the contract. Page 7. June 17, 1974 Recess Mayor'Beary declared a recess at this point in the meeting, the time being approximately 9:07 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Beary reconvened the meeting at approximately 9:25 p.m. FrGeway Landscaping City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated June 14 and correspondence with the State Dept. of Transportation relative, to upgrading the landscaping in the freeway area. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously 'approved, water will be supplied by the city if the*state will install landscaping in the freeway area, with priority being given to the over- pass area. Sidewalks for Overpass City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated June 14 and correspondence with the State and County regarding installation of sidewalks on the over- pass. Discussion followed during which it was decided to direct a letter to the three Supervisors representing Rohnert Park requesting that county cost participation in installing sidewalks on the overpass be generated by them as an agenda item, and that Councilmen would follow up on the matter with Supervisors on an individual basis. Open Space Bond A brief discussion was held concerning placement of an Election open space bond election on the November ballot during which it was decided to place the matter on the next regular meeting agenda for action. Finance Community City Manager Callinan reported on possible sources of Gymnasium funding to construct a community gymnasium advising that there was approximately $25,000 not used from the 1973-74 Federal Revenue Sharing Funds, $96,000 anticipated in said funds for 1974-75, which would leave approximately *28,000 needed to construct a community gym on the junior high school site; that the $289000 balance could be worked out of the 1974-75 budget, or use some funds being imposed on development since the stadium would be paid off in the not too distant future, or assuming it would take a year to get the gym project off the ground, perhaps a portion of the 1975.76 Revenue Sharing Funds could be used. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to make the above information available to the public, schedule public hearings on the matter before the Parks and Recreation Commission as soon as possible, and to negotiate an appropriate agreement with the school district for location of a community gymnasium on the Robnert Park Junior High School property. Page 8. June 17, 1974 Comprehensive City Manager Callinan advised that all details of the Employment and Comprehensive Employment and Training Act of 1973 (CETA) Training Act of 1973 were not yet available, but that the program would be (CETA) replacing the Emergency Employment Act and would be administered by the county; that the County Personnel Department had indicated that Rohnert Park would be eli- gible for five positions and a request had been made for a Secretary - Receptionist, Community Services Officer, Public Safety Officer, Maintenance Man, and a Recreation Coordinator. Negotiations with City Manager Callinan advised that employee negotiation SCOPE matters with SCOPE had been discussed in executive ses- sion, but there was nothing to release to the public at this time. Llano Plant City Manager Callinan, advised he had received an indi- Interceptor -Status cation from the State Water Quality Control Board that the city would receive a letter of conceptual approval for its project; that it had been suggested that the city proceed with design; that proposals had been solicited; and the revenue program is being worked out that must be submitted to the state and dovetailed with that of the City of Santa. Rosa.. 1974 -75 Budget City Manager Callinan. advised that the 1974 -75 Prelimi- nary Budget was nearing completion and it was hoped to have copies of same to the Council within the next two weeks. By Consensus of Council it was decided to wait until the next regular meeting to schedule work sessions on the budget. Animal Shelter City Manager Callinan advised that the new Animal Shelter was nearly complete and solicited Council participation in arranging for its dedication. A brief discussion followed. By consensus of Council Mayor Beary will work with staff in arranging for dedication of the Animal Shelter. Disposal of Trampoline City Manager Callinan advised that bids had been solici- and Miscellaneous City ted for the city owned trampoline as well as other miscel- Property laneous city property; that the high bid received for the trampoline was $1.07.50, and that no bids had been received on the other items. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved9:.authorization to sell the trampoline at the bid price of $107.50 was given. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, disposal of the remaining items by negotiation at or near the published prices was given. Weight Lifting Club City Manager Callinan advised that the Parks and Recrea- tion Commission had recommended a donation of $100 for a local weight lifting club with the money to be used Page 9. June 179 1974 to develop competition for various age groups by purcha- sing awards. Discussion followed during which it was requested that a representative of the club attend the next regular meeting to explain the use of the funds and goals of the group. Ordinance No. 228 AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE, 1973 EDITION, DESCRIBING REGULATIONS FOR THE SAFEGUARDING OF LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM THE HAZARDS OF FIRE AND EXPLOSION ARISING FROM THE STORAGE, HANDLING, AND USE OF HAZARDOUS SUB- STANCES, MATERIALS, AND DEVICES AND FROM CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO LIFE OR PROPERTY IN THE USE OR OCCUPANCY OF BUILDINGS OR PREMISES, AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance and advised it had been forwarded from the Department of Public Safety 'so that the latest fire codes might be adopted. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance No. 228 was waived and said ordinance was introduced and staff directed to set a public hearing on same. Mail Delivery in New City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the Areas Council new postal system efforts to have mail boxes instal-led at the curb in new areas and the letter written by him to the Cotati Postmaster strongly protesting same. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores and unanimously approved, the Mayor was authorized to send a letter to the appropriate postal officials strongly protesting curbside delivery of mail. Ordinance No. 229 AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING DEDICATION OF PARK LAND IN CERTAIN RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL SUBDIVISIONS City Attorney Flitner reviewed the ordinance, advising it had been drafted after a meeting with Mayor Beary and Councilman Eck concerning same and that it followed closely the League of California Cities draft of a simi- lar ordinance. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Ordinance No. 229 was introduced. Morrison Homes vs. City Attorney Flitner reported that a judgment had been City of Pleasanton entered in favor of Morrison Homes in the matter of Morrison Homes vs. Pleasanton; that the Supreme Court had ruled that if a city has an annexation agreement containing a firm commitment for city services it must be honored. Page 10. June 17, 1974 Appointments to Parks Mayor Beary advised that all the current Parks and and Recreation Recreation Commissioners desired reappointment with the Commission for 1974-75 exception of Commissioner Bishop. Appointments.to Cultural Arts Commission Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, Beth Hofmann, Roger Kreischer, Ron Fiori, Tina Helgren, and George Henley, and Pete Weber were reappointed to the Parks and Recreation Commission for 1974-75. :•Mayor,Beary requested the press to publicize the vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission and solicit letters of interest. Mayor Beary advised that the terms of Dorothy Schmidt e-ad William Wendel would be expiring July 1 on the Cultural Arts Commission and that they both desired reappointment. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, Dorothy Schmidt and William Wendel were reappointed to the Cultural Arts Commission for new four year terms* Councilman Smith Councilman Smith left the Council Chambers at this point Leaves in the meeting, the time being approximately 10:12 p.m. Colegio Vista Park Councilman Eck advised that he had met with residents on Camino Colegio living adjacent to the picnic area in Colegio Vista Park; that said residents had recommended that a second fence be installed to give more privacy in the area; but that after discussions with staff it seemed more reasonable to install landscaping along the existing fence. Discussion followed during which Planning Direc- tor Ska)achy explained the area to be planted. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, staff was authorized to install fast growing, large size landscaping along the fence in Colegio Vista Park after referring the matter to the Parks and Recreation for comment. New Subdivisions Councilman Eck initiated a discussion concerning the 1-formation Sheet advisability of furnishing an information sheet to resi- dents of new subdivisions giving information on develop ment of parks, schools, and similar facilities in the area, Use of, Treated, Water for Dust Control Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Smith, and . unanimously approved, I planning staff was directed to arrange for such an information sheet on future subdivisions and incorporate costs for same into filing fees required by the city* Councilman Eck initiated a brief discussion concerning the possibility of using treated wastewater in watering Page 11. June 17, 1974 trucks for dust control and,soil compaction-in construc- tion areas. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, Councilman Hopkins was authorized to personally contact the residents on Alma Avenue to solicit their participation in an undergrounding project and report his findings to the Council. Section Meeting Councilman Flores reported that he and Councilman Eck would be inviting residents of 11L11 section to a meeting on July 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the City Offices to solicit comments and recommendations for a timetable the Council will be considering for development of mini-parks and bike paths in "L't section and that slides of the area would be taken for showing at said meeting. "L" section Swimming Councilman Hopkins requested that a swimming pool for Pool "L" section be scheduled for discussion at the next Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. City Manager Callinan advised he would check into the feasibility of same. SB 1816 Councilman Smith brought to the attention of the Council SB 1816 which would permit appeal of LAFC actions to the County Board Of Supervisors. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Mayor was autho- ------ ?__ nn ,,, . the riZed direct a 'L�e-tk:t-�er VYYUb_U18 OD .1.0J_0 to the appropri- ate state officials. Revenue Sharing Councilman Smith initiated a discussion concerning com- ments,in a League of California Cities bulletin regarding citizen input for use designation of Federal Revenue Sharing funds. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Mayor and staff were directed to review said comments and prepare a com- munication to the Commission on Inter-Governmental Relations and appropriate Congre,ssmen outlining the uses designated for the city's Revenue Sharing funds and the types of citizen input solicited on same. Undergrounding Councilman Smith reported on the meeting of the Under- Steering Committee grounding Steering Committee held June 13 and possible Report projects as outlined in City Manager Callinan's memo dated June 14. Discussion followed during which the Council indicated a preference for an undergrounding project on Southwest Blvd. fro the Adrian Drive inter- section westward to a point approximately 350 feet west of No Name Street. Councilman Hopkins volunteered to personally visit each of the approximately 20 residents on Alma Avenue that would have to participate in the above project. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, Councilman Hopkins was authorized to personally contact the residents on Alma Avenue to solicit their participation in an undergrounding project and report his findings to the Council. Section Meeting Councilman Flores reported that he and Councilman Eck would be inviting residents of 11L11 section to a meeting on July 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the City Offices to solicit comments and recommendations for a timetable the Council will be considering for development of mini-parks and bike paths in "L't section and that slides of the area would be taken for showing at said meeting. "L" section Swimming Councilman Hopkins requested that a swimming pool for Pool "L" section be scheduled for discussion at the next Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. Page 12. June 1.7, 1974 Bowling Alley for Mayor Beary advised that he.and Councilman Hopkins have Rohnert Park been working with Chamber of Commerce representatives in an effort to have a bowling alley located in the community. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, Mayor Beary and Council - man Hopkins were.appoint'ed as an ad hoc committee of the Council to work with the developer in locating a bowling alley in Rohnert Park. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Beary adjourned the meeting at approximately 10:45 p.m. r Deput City rk APPROVED: Mayor