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1974/02/19 City Council MinutesCall to,Order Executive Session ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES February 19, 1974 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 7:15 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Flores presiding. Mayor Flores called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7:15 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Present: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith, and Flores Absent: (0) None Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, Planning Director Skanchy, Supt. of Public Works Wiggins, Director of Parks and Rec- reation Pekkain, Director of Public Safety Dennett, Fire Services Officer Bick, and Officer Gallagher. Mayor,Flores announced that even though an executive session was reflected on the agenda that none had been held. Fire Services Officer Mayor Flores introduced Fire Services Officer Jerry Bick who started service with the city January 1, 1974. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the minutes of February 4 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 $141040.23 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. Regional Park At the request'of Mayor Flores, City Manager Callinan read a letter from Jimmie W. Rogers dated February 19 regarding Mr. Rapozols willingness to keep the price on his land the same for another year plus any property taxes he has to pay on the proposed park site. Dis- cussion followed. -'Page 2. February 19, 1974 Upon motion of Mayor Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and approved by the fol- lowing voice vote,' the proposal to allow the proposed purchase price to increase by the amount of property taxes paid on the Ra.pozo Ranch,.property after January 1, 1974 was approved: AYES: (4)" Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, and Flores NOES: (1) Councilman Smith Project:No'�1968 -3 Mayor Flores declared the scheduled public Amended Assessment hearing open on Project No. 1968 -3, Amended No. 1 -1.1.1 Assessment No. 1- 1.1.1. - City Manager Callinan reported that notice of the public hearing had been published in the Rohnert Park- Cotati Clarion, explained the amendment, and advised that no written communi- cations had been'received. There being no one desiring 'to 'be heard; -Mayor Flores declared the public hearing closed. Resolution No. 74 -19 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING AMENDED ASSESSMENT COPELAND`CREEK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1968 -3 ASSESSMENT NO. 1-1.1:1 City Managerr Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman teary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 74 -19 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Ordinance No. '221 - AN,ORDINANCE'OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE NO'. 202, CONCERNING TIME AND PLACE OF REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Councilman Hopkins stated for the record that he was very disappointed that the early Council meetings had not been given a "fair Mayor Flores stated for the record that the. ,Council will continue to try more experiments of this nature'as has been done with.the Town Meetings as well as the 4 :00 p.m. Council' meetings periodically'. Upon motion 'of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and approved by the fol- Ordinance No. 222 February 19, 1974 lowing Poll call vote, Ordinance No. 221 was introduced:, AYES: (4) Councilmen Smith, and NOES: (1) Councilman AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY CONCERNING INDUSTRIAL WA WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND Beary, Roberts, Flores Hopkins OF ROHNERT PARK 3TE DISCHARGES INTO DISPOSAL SYSTEM City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 222 was waived and said ordi- nance was introduced: AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith, and Flores NOES: (0) None Resolution No. 74-20 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS Resolution No. 74-21 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously apj I liroved, the reading of Resolution No. 74-20 vas waived and said resolution was adoptcd. RESOLUTION SETTING RATES FOR ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE (Cart Rental Rates) City Manager Callinan explained the rCSOlUtion. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 74-21 ef,as waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution re Laguna City Manager Callinan explained the resolution Interceptor listed on the agenda entitled "Pledging to Use All the Capacity in the Laguna Interceptor According to Timetable on Which It Is Grant Funded". A brief discussion followed during which the Council indicated it would like more information on the matter before taking action. Further consideration of the resolution was deferred. Resolution No'.' 74-22 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING COMPLETION AND DIRECTING Page 4. February 19, 1974 ENGINEER'TO FILE NOTICE OF COMPLETION, WELL NO. 9, PROJECT NO. 1973 -10 City,Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded -.by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution NO. 74 -22 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 74 -23. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED FROM SONOMA CAMPUS COMPANY (Southwest Blvd. Right of Way, File #0215) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 74 -23 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Rohnert Part Street Mayor Flores advised he had given permission Machine Assn. for representatives of the Rohnert Park Street Machine Association to appear at this point in the meeting even though the request had come too late to appear on the agenda. Herecog- nized Larry Stratton, 1268 Southwest Blvd., President of the club. Mr. Stratton advised the club was asking for a building, approximately 25 x 30, to be con - structed on unused .city property which building would be used to conduct club meetings and to perform repair work on cars. He stated that all the necessary manpower had been obtained to construct such ,a building., but land and'" materials were needed. He further advised that the club will be holding more fund raising events, such as dances, car washes, and the like, and would also perform minor services on Public Works vehicles such as oil changes, lube work, etc. as.a community service. Dis- cussion followed with Officer Gallagher, Club Advisor, and Larry Stratton participating. Upon motion of ,Mayor Flores, - seconded by Councilman-Smith, and unanimously approved, staff was authorized to look into various city owned sites and.come back with specific recom- mendations At the request of Mayor Flores, Larry Stratton explained that the purpose of the club was to promote safe driving and noted that the Dept. of Public Safety had averaged 18 calls a month for drag racing prior to the establishment of Page 5. February 19, 1974 the club, and that the average was now only 4 per month. Mayor Flores suggested that Officer Gallagher and Mr. Stratton meet with Larry Simons to work out some design and cost information for the proposed building. Storer Cable TV City Manager Callinan reported on a' telephone Rate Increase Request conversation with Mr. Bill Schiller of Storer Cable TV who had advised that a Mr. Ken Bagwell might be at the meeting, but all that could be said was that they were working; on the requests for more information regarding the request for rate increases, but could not have them in time for tonight's meeting. Mr.' Callinan inquired if anyone from Storer Cabbie TV, 7n^.. was present. No one responded. Norman Spivock - Mayor Flores inquired if Mr. Norman Spivock re Presentation of was.present for his scheduled appearance. Mr. Deed Spivock could not be located. Project No. 1970 -4 Engineer Hudis advised that he had solicited Southwest Blvd. additional informal bids for the repair work Retaining Wall Failure on the Southwest Blvd. retaining wall but all had been higher than the $10,607 bid of Arthur and Devincenzi reported at the February 4th .meeting, and recommended that the contract be awarded to Arthur and Devincenzi. City Manager Callinan reported that winter rains weakened the wall on the southeast side of Southwest Boulevard causing it to fail or partially fail and callapse in certain portions and that the continued failure of.'the wall may result in damages to Southwest Boulevard and its failure as a public street. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized the award of contract to Arthur and Devincenzi Concrete Company, based on informal bids solicited from local contractors, as the lowest responsible bidder capable of doing the work specified, with the award of said contract based upon the reasons set forth in City Manager Callinan's report and being declared an emergency nature. Project No. 1972 -9 City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to Country Club Drive the Council dated February 15 concerning Project No. 1972 -9. A brief discussion fol- lowed Page 6. February 19, 1974 Upon motion of 'Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins,.and unanimously approved, installation of a sidewalk on the south side of the Berean Baptist Church along the Express- way as an extra item in the Country Club Drive improvement project was approved. Project No. 1973 -9 City Manager Callinan reviewed the bids Corporation Yard received for Project.No. 19739 and- .advised that the low bidder was Colombini Construction with a bid of $168,0000 Architect Larry Simons was present. He advised that his estimate for the project was $139,034 but that materials have gone up in price, some dramatically, and therefore did not recommend going out for rebid even though the low bidder was substantially higher than the estimate. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to have bond.counsel pre - pare the necessary documentation for Council and Civic Commission action to proceed with the project: Discussion followed with Mike Palmer of Archi- tect Simons office regarding the alternates included in the bid for the project. In response to a question from the Council, Mr. Palmer advised that Colombini would still be the low bidder if all the alternates were deducted. Project No. 1973 "13 'Consideration of the preliminary plans for Ladybug Park Recrea- the Ladybug Park Recreation Building was tion Building deferred pending the arrival of Architect Schuyler Jeffries., Project No. 1974 -1 City Manager Callinan displayed and explained Animal Shelter - -the plans for an animal shelter prepared by Engineer Hudis. Discussion followed with Director of Public Safety Dennett partici - pacing. Upon' motion of 'Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the plans for the animal shelter were approved and a call for bids authorized. Project No. 1973 -13 Architect Schuyler Jeffries displayed and Ladybug Park Recrea- explained the architectural renderings and tion Building preliminary plans for the Ladybug Park Recd. reation Building .and pointed out the location of the proposed building on the "Design Plan for Ladybug Park" on display. He advised the Page 7. February 19, 1974 proposed building was 1100 square feet with an estimated cost of $50,000. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the.preliminary plans for Ladybug Park Rec- reation Building,were approved and Architect Schuyler Jeffries authorized to proceed with working drawings for same. Discussion followed regarding the priorities for Ladybug Park with Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain participating. In response to a question from the Council, Mr. Pekkain advised that development of the swimming pool for said park was some 3 to 5 years away depending upon financing. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts; seconded by Mayor Flores and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, the Council went on record as supporting the concept of an out- door swimming pool at Ladybug Park as shown on the original plan for same with the Council and Parks and Recreation Commission working' together to find alternative methods of financ- ing same as soon as possible: AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith, and Flores NOES: (0) None Project No. 1974 -2 City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to Tennis Courts the Council dated February 15 regarding Proj- ect No. 1974 -2 and pointed out the locations of the tennis courts on the Alicia and Ladybug Park design plans on display. A brief dis- cussion followed with John Gilligan of Murray and McCormick participating. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approv- ed, tennis court plans and specifications were approved and a call for bids authorized. Recess Mayor Flores declared a recess at this point in the meeting, the time being approximately 8:30 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Flores reconvened the meeting at appr.oxi- mately 8:5.0 p.m. with all Councilmen present. File 0334,.Avila Planning Director Skanchy pointed out the Enterprises original Planned Unit Development plan on dis- play for File 0334 and advised he had received Page 8. February 19, 1974 - a`phone call from Stan Valentine requesting that the matter be continued to March 4. Mayor Flores declared the scheduled public hearing open on File 0334, Avila Enterprises, modification of planned unit development plan to permit restaurant on,Commerce Blvd. City Manager Callinan advised that notice of the public hearing had been published in the local newspaper and that no written communi- cations had been received. There being no one desiring to be heard, Mayor Flores declared the public hearing closed. File 0143, Deer Planning Director Skanchy explained the Meadow Village Revised revised final map on display for File 0143, Final Map Deer Meadow Village, and pointed out the changes concerning public utility easements and setbacks He advised that communications had been received from both Pacific Gas 8 Electric Company and the Pacific Telephone Company approving the utility easements.and that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the revised final map. Councilman Roberts inquired about the- legali- ties involved in the matter. City Attorney Flitner responded that the tentative map stage was. the time to make changes and approv- al of a .final map was only a ministerial act. Insofar as development and other fees applica- ble to the development, Mr. Flitner advised he would have to research that aspect.of the matter. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the revised final neap for File 0143, Deer Meadow Village, was approved and the Mayor authorized to enter into an appropriate amended subdivision agreement. File 0254D, Country Planning Director Skanchy advised that Country Club Estates, Sub. Club Estates, Subdivision No. 5, Units A 8 B, No. 5, Units A & B contained approximately 30 acres +, pointed out the location of same.on the plan for'the� north_ ern area of the city -, and further advised that the lots ranged from 6,000 square feet to 7,000+ square feet. Discussion followed dur- ing which Planning Director Skanchy was asked if the final maps had been referred back to the school districts and he responded in the negative. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Page 9. February 19, 1974 the final maps will be referred back to the fry school districts for up to date information as required by conditions on the tentative map. /j{> A brief discussion followed regarding develop- ers paying fees for schools to accommodate students from new subdivisions. City Attorney Flitner was requested to obtain information on the matter and report back to the Council. Permanent Library Site City Manager Call inan introduced 14r. David- Sabsay; Santa Rosa-Sonoma County Public Library, and displayed the Rohnert Park Master Plan which reflected possible library sites and explained same. He advised that the locations had been discussed by Cbuncil representatives of both Cotati and Rohnert Park. He commented that the Master Plan called for the library to be located in the future civic center site but that library studies now showed that it was preferable to have libraries located in shopping centers or similar areas where people congregate. Mr. Callinan advised that the Planning Com- mission had recommended the site on Hunter Drive just south of the Park Plaza Shopping Center which was the site favored by Mr. Sabsay and himself. Mr. Sabsay appeared and advised that the gen- eral criteria for library locations was met by the location recommended by the Planning Commission;,i.e. it is in a shopping center which will probably remain the major one in the area for sometime, and its proximity to the freeway interchange is advantageous for rural residents. General discussion followed concerning the facility planned for the area, services that would be offered, the proposed county-wide library, system and like matters. Mayor Flores and Councilman Beary advised they had met with representatives of the Cotati City Council and the site most acceptable to that committee was on Southwest Boulevard. Further discussion followed. Upon motion'of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and approved by the fol- lowing roll call vote, the Hunter Drive site was approved for a permanent library facility and staff authorized to negotiate with the property owner for said site: Page 10. February 19, 1974 AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, and Smith NOES: (1) Mayor Flores Golf Course Sub- City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the division Fencing Council concerning fencing requirements on the rear lot lines of residential lots that will back onto the golf course, and requested the Council to indicate any further information that might be desired to make a decision on the matter at a meeting in the near future. Discussion followed during the Council indi- cated that the matter should be discussed fur - ther with the Planning Commission, set for public hearing, and information sought from other communities with a similar situation as well as from golfers who use the course. Golf Course Drive City Manager Callinan explained a sheet entitlee, Development Y °Golf Course Drive ", copies of which were pro - vided to each Councilman. A copy of said sheet is also attached to the original of these minutes. City Manager Callinan advised that the infor- mation had been explained and discussed with the Planning Commission and Alternate I as shown had been recommended by the Commission. Planning Director Skanchy explained that the 150' right of way reflected in Alternate I would not be all street, but that the addition - al width was for a median and additional land - scaping. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Alternate I was adopted and the responsibility of the developer for street improvement is shown on the "Golf Course Drive" sheet. Swimming Pool Rates City Manager Callinan briefly reviewed the 1973 1RSummary of Swimming Pools Operations �9 and recommended 1974 "Swimming Pool Rates". a copy of which is attached to the original of these minutes. He advised that the Parks and Recrea Lion Commission had approved the rates recom- mended by staff. Discussion followed with Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain partici- pating. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the.,operations report was accepted and the recommended rates for 1974 were approved. Upon motion of Mayor Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to work out a program with Roberts & Aguirre and Mr. Codding for the use of land for a neighborhood park and to allo- cate funds from the Capital Outlay Fund for the installation of playground equipment and a back stop. Overpass Speed Limit Mayor Flores initiated a brief discussion con- cerning comments received from citizens about a speed limit for the overpass. City Manager Callihan advised that the State Division of Highways had been contacted regarding same as well as the possible installation of sidewalks on the overpass and a response should be received soon. Community Cleanup Mayor Flores advised that the Rohnert Park Day Status Report Jaycees, Officer Park and the Scout Explorer Post, and George Steffenson and Boy Scout 'Troop 23, would all be helping with pick up of items on Community Cleanup Day, February 23. He also advised that Redwood Empire Dis- posal Company would be providing three large bins for material collected. Interim Student City Councilman Hopkins advised he had met with the Council Interim Student City Council and it had been decided to hold meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 3:30 p.m. Page 11. February 19, 1974 Federal Health Care Councilman Beary advised he had not yet Plan received requested information on the Federal Health Care Plan. City Manager Callinan indi- cated he would follow up on the matter. Noise Ordinance and Councilman Beary advised that after reviewing Ice Cream Vendors Santa Rosa's noise ordinance he would prefer to table any further discussion of the matter. Northern Area Councilman Beary requested staff to obtain the number of families that have moved into the northern area and the number of homes that have actually been finaled. Rancho Feliz ® Mayor Flores initiated a discussion concerning Neighborhood Park the desirability of having a neighborhood park on the west side of the freeway; that Hugh Codding had offered to provide some land in his designated shopping center area at no cost, and that Roberts & Aguirre would participate in seeding the land. He advised that there was $14,435 in the Capital Outlay Fund for park development in the subject area. Further discussion followed with Planning Director Skanchy and Mr. Norman Spivock participating. Upon motion of Mayor Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to work out a program with Roberts & Aguirre and Mr. Codding for the use of land for a neighborhood park and to allo- cate funds from the Capital Outlay Fund for the installation of playground equipment and a back stop. Overpass Speed Limit Mayor Flores initiated a brief discussion con- cerning comments received from citizens about a speed limit for the overpass. City Manager Callihan advised that the State Division of Highways had been contacted regarding same as well as the possible installation of sidewalks on the overpass and a response should be received soon. Community Cleanup Mayor Flores advised that the Rohnert Park Day Status Report Jaycees, Officer Park and the Scout Explorer Post, and George Steffenson and Boy Scout 'Troop 23, would all be helping with pick up of items on Community Cleanup Day, February 23. He also advised that Redwood Empire Dis- posal Company would be providing three large bins for material collected. Interim Student City Councilman Hopkins advised he had met with the Council Interim Student City Council and it had been decided to hold meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 3:30 p.m. Page 12. February 19, 1974 School Buses Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion concerning the advisability of reinstituting school, bus service.in the community due to the energy situation and to: relieve congestion at the high school. Covered Pools Councilman Smith advised he had stayed at a motel in Grand Rapids, Michigan recently which utilized plastic modules to cover the swimming pool and had,been advised it was a very inex- spensive way to cover a pool. He advised that he would try to obtain more information on the matter. Councilman Beary Councilman Beary left the Council Chambers Leaves and Returns during the. above discussion, the time being approximately 10:38 p.m. He returned at approximately 10:40 p.m. Gasoline Shortage Councilman Roberts initiated a discussion con - cerning the shortage of gasoline in the area and requested that a resolution be sent to the oil companies having stations in the area ask - ing for re- assessment of their allotments based on 1972 shipments. Resolution No. 74 -24 A RESOLUTION OF CONCERN OVER GASOLINE ALLOT - MENTS.TO SERVICE STATIONS IN THE CITIES OF ROHNERT PARK AND COTATI Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approv- ed, Resolution No. 74 -24 was adopted by title. Commerce Blvd. Councilman Roberts initiated a. brief discus- - Sidewalks sion regarding the possibility of removing some of the trees and shrubs on Commerce Blvd. to allow installation of sidewalks and request- ed staff to look into the matter. City Mana- ger Callinan advised that crosswalks had been painted on Commerce Blvd. and that he would follow up on the suggestion. Park Fences Councilman Roberts relayed complaints received from residents in the Colegio Vista Park area concerning the'lack of privacy in their back yards due to the chain link fencing used for the park and.requested staff to seek methods to further screen the area. 'Golf Course Councilman Roberts initiated a discussion con - cerning the golf course and the many comments he had received on how to increase play. It wars. suggested that a low cost public relations firm be contacted to handle course promotion. Page 13. February 19, 1974 City.Manager Callinan advised that he had been provided with the name of such a firm and would be contacting it for further information shortly. Ordinance No. 223 AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, AND GENERAL WELFARE RELATING TO BUILD- ING, PLUMBING, ELECTRICITY AND HOUSING AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE, 1970 EDITION, THE UNIFORM BUILDING'CODE, 1973 EDITION, AS ADOPTED BY THE INTERNA'T'IONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS, THE UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE, 1973 EDITION, AS ADOPTED BY THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL OFFICIALS THE UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, 1973 EDITION', AS ADOPTED BY THE INTER- NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS AND THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL OFFICIALS', AND THE UNIFORM ELECTRI- CAL CODE, 1971 EDITION, AS ADOP'T'ED BY THE NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION, TOGETHER WITH AMENDMENTS THERETO AND ADOPTING AS SECONDARY CODES TO SAID PRIMARY CODES ALL PUBLICATIONS AND REFERENCES TO OTHER CODES, DOCUMENTS, TABLES, AND STANDARDS AS REFERRED TO IN SAID UNIFORM CODES: REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 148, AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF. City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance and .advised that public hearings would have to be held on it prior to adoption. SB 325 Funds for. 1974.75 _. College Entrance Road Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 223 was waived and said ordinance was introduced: AYES: (5) .Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith, and Flores NOES: (0) None Discussion followed regarding the option to adopt.local codes in addition to the Uniform Building Codes if local needs justify same. Concern was expressed about the thin exterior siding being used on some of the new homes being constructed. City Manager Callinan requested the Council to be thinking about uses for the SB 325 Funds to be received for the 1974 -75 fiscal year. City Manager Callinan advised that the college entrance road was included in the 1974 -75 Page 14. February 19, 1974 budget for State Colleges and it appeared that the'. road> might become a reality at long last. Project No. 1972 -3 City Manager Callinan advised that the engi- Golf Course Holes 4 neering firm of Murray and McCormick had been and 6 engaged to recommend improvements for holes.,.4 and 6 ate "the golf course. He also advised that said firm had a golf course architect in its Sacramento office that would be assisting in the work. At the request`of Council, City Manager Calli- nan read: a' communication from Murray and McCormick „dated February 11, 1974 which outlin- ed their proposal to perform said work. Discus- sion.followed during which the Council indi- cated.approval to proceed as outlined by said firm. Wastewater'.Use for City Manager Callinan advised it appeared cost Irrigation would be high to use the Poncia property for wastewater irrigation, but it was being invest- igated`by the Farm Advisor's Office and a report should be available by the March 4th meeting and hopefully Mr. Harwood of the Farm Advisor's office would be able to attend that meeting.. Automobile Insurance Mr. Tom Feeney, insurance agent for the City, Premium appeared to explain and discuss the increase in automobile insurance'premiums for the city. Fie advised he successfully renogotiated the premiums from.$9,926 to $8,840 annually which represented less than 200 overall increase with more than a 35% increase in exposure. Discussion followed during which it was sug- gested that an annual review and audit of claims be made. Mr. Feeney indicated he would prepare a report as of January 1. Fast Cotati Avenue Discussion concerning the Fast Cotati Avenue Water Main water main was deferred to the next regular meeting. Water Agency City Manager Callinan advised that a meeting Contractors City Manager Pro- Tempore would be ;held the following day regarding the contract with the Sonoma County Water Agency for prime contractors under the planned expand- ed water system. City Manager Callinan reported he would be attending the League of California Cities, City Manager's Department meeting in Newport`. Beach from February 27 - March 1. He requested approval ofzhis appointment of Bob Albright Page 15. February 19, 1974 as City Manager Pro-Tempore during his absence. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the absence of Mr. Callinan and the appoint- ment of Mr. Albright were approved as requested. State Relocation City Attorney Flitner advised that State Relo- Guidelines cation Guidelines, dealing with eminent domain and providing housing, must be adopted as a requirement of state law even though there is no real need for them in Rohnert Park and that said guidelines would be presented for adoption at the next meeting. Conflict of Interest City Attorney Flitner briefly reviewed the Laws League of California Cities recommendations on the new conflict of interest laws, advised that the Moscone amendment is stalled in the legislature, but that he would have a report to the Council just as soon as all the amend- ments to the new laws are in and prior to the time that filings must be made. New EQA Regulations City Attorney Flitner advised he would be com- paring the present Rohnert Park resolutions with the new EQA regulations and report on same at the next regular meeting. Prosecution of Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion Fraudulent and concerning a new law which he believed would Misleading permit the City Attorney to prosecute busi - Advertising nesses for fraudulent and misleading adver- tising. City Attorney Flitner advised he would obtain a copy of the new law and report on same at the next regular meeting. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Flores adjourned the meeting at approximately 11:30 p.m. to Monday, February 25, 1974 at 7:30 p.m. APPROVED : I ��d y Ci W t I y Cler Mayor "'�, ,- I 150' MEDIAN RAVELWAY. a S i 16' ..`. �i.% w. 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