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1973/09/17 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES September 17, 1973 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in adjourned regular session commencing at 7:35 p.m. in the City O±rices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Flores pre- siding. The regular session was preceded by an executive session which commenced at 7:00 p.m. and at which all Councilmen and City Manager Callinan were present, and which was held to discuss matter related to possible litigation. Call to Order Mayor Flores called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7:35 p.m. and led the pledge of.allqgiance. Present: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith, and Flores Absent: (0) None Staff present for all or part of,the meeting: City Manager Callinan, Assistant to the City Manager Albright, Deputy City Attorney Cooper, Engineer Hudis, Planning Director Skanchy, and Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain. Executive Session Mayor Flores announced that an executive session had been held prior to the regular meeting to discuss a matter related to possible litigation. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the minutes of September 4 and 10 were approved as submitted and the minutes of August 20 were approved as corrected, said correction being on page four of said minutes to reflect $3,500 per acre payment to Ditz-Crane for Hinebaugh Crebk right of way. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $335,492.35 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. Page 2. September 17, 1973 Ordinance No. 208 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE TEXT OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE (Ordinance No. 63) (Adds Article 8A, Slope Density District, Article 8B, Open Space Conservation District, Article 8C, Open Space Holding District, 'Article 8D, Scenic Open Space Combining District, Article 8E, Agriculturaj Exclusive District) Planning Director, Skanchy,explained the ordi.-- nance. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 208 was waived and said ordinance was adopted: AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins,Roberts, Smith, and Flores- NOES: (0) None Ordinance No. 209 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMEND- ING TEXT OF ORDINANCE NO. 63, ZONING ORDINANCE (Parking Requirements) Planning Director Skanchy explained the ordi.-t. nance. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts, an unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 209 was waived and said ordinance was adopted: AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, �Roberts, Smith, and Flores NOES: '(0) None Ordinance No. 210 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 201 (Amends License Fee for Mobile Home Parks and Apartment Buildings, etc.) City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Cbuncilman Beary, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordin'ance No.'210 was waived and said ordinance was introduced: AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith, and Flores NOES: (0) None Page 3. September 17, 1973 Resolution No. 73-129 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 73-129 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 73-130 RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH COTATI/ ROHNERT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT (Officer Bill Program) City Manager, Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 73-130 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 73-131 CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION COMMENDING FOUNDERS DAY CHAIRWOMAN CECIL FLORES AND OTHERS City Manager Callinan read the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, Reso- lution No. 73-131 was adopted. Project No. 19683 Mayor Flores declared the scheduled public hear. Amended Assess. No. ing open on Project No. 19683, Amended Assess- 1-1-1. ment No. 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, an6 advised that no written communications had been received. There being no one desiring to be heard, Mayor Flores declared the public hearing closed. Resolution No. 73-132 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING AMENDED ASSESSMENT COPELAND CREEK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1968-3 ASSESSMENT NO. 1-1.1 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 73-132 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Jeri Cochran, 7864 Adrian Drive, was recognized. She asked why there was a $3.00 permit fee and a limitation of one sale a year. Planning,Director Skanchy responded that the .fee was merely a token fee'.and would not cover city costs involved in processing a permit; that the one sale a year limitation was to stop - people from buying at other sales and selling at their residences on a regular basis. Mrs. Vida Jones, 7549 Adrian Drive, was recog- nized. She spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance, commenting that this was the last bastian of free enterprise for the housewife, such as butter and egg money in days gone by. There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Flores declared the public hearing closed. Discussion followed. Page 4. September. 17, 1973 Project No. 1973-8 City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Copeland Creek Bridge Council concerning Project No. 1973-8 dated at Country Club Dr. September 14 and advised that a portion of the funds for the project will come from SP 325 funds and the balance from City Gas Tax Funds, Engineer Hudis reviewed the bids for the project pointing out that McGuire & Hester were the low bidders with a bid of *79,886, well below the engineer's estimate of *87,460, and recommended acceptance of the low bid,. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the low bid. of $79,886 was accepted and a contract awarded to McGuire and Hester at the bid price, for Project No.1973-8, Copeland Creek Bridge at .Country Club Drive, File 0313 Planning Director Skanchy read the proposed ordi-- Proposed Ordinance nance to regulate garage and patio sales in Regulating Garage residential areas and advised that the Planning and Patio Sales ommission had recommended it for adoption. Mayor Flores declared the scheduled public hear" ing open on File 0313. Kenneth Kahn, 8361 Lancaster Drive, was recog� - nized. He commented generally concerning the limitation on size of signs to advertise garage sales. Jeri Cochran, 7864 Adrian Drive, was recognized. She asked why there was a $3.00 permit fee and a limitation of one sale a year. Planning,Director Skanchy responded that the .fee was merely a token fee'.and would not cover city costs involved in processing a permit; that the one sale a year limitation was to stop - people from buying at other sales and selling at their residences on a regular basis. Mrs. Vida Jones, 7549 Adrian Drive, was recog- nized. She spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance, commenting that this was the last bastian of free enterprise for the housewife, such as butter and egg money in days gone by. There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Flores declared the public hearing closed. Discussion followed. Page 5. September 17, 1973 Planning Director Skanchy explained the ordi- nance. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved by the following roll call. vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 211 was waived and said ordinance was introduced: AYES: (5) Councilmen Peary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith, and Flores NOES: (0) None Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Couhcilman Peary, and unanimously approved, the proposed ordinance to regulate garage and patio sales in residential areas was not introduced. File 0316, Proposed Planning Director Skanc I hy explained the proposed Amendment to Zoning amendment to the Zoning Ordinance to M-L District Ordinance to Permit (Limited Industrial) to permit certain types of Certain Types of commercial uses and advised that the Planning Commercial Uses in Commission had recommended adoption of the M-L District proposed ordinance. Discussion followed. (Limited Industrial) Councilman Hopkins Councilman Hopkins left the Council Chambers at Leaves and Returns this point in the meeting, the time being :,approximately 8:25 p.m. He returned at approxi- mately 8:30 p.m. Deputy City Attorney Cooper read the findings that would have to be made by the Planning Commission to grant a use permit under -the proposed ordinance. Mayor Flores declared the scheduled public hear"-- ing open on File 0316, proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance to M-L District (Limited 'Industrial) to permit certain types of commercial uses. City Manager Callinan advised there were no written communications except the original one from Mr. David Rosenberg which was written to request the amendment to the ordinance. There being no one desiring to be heard, Mayor Flores declared the public hearing closed. Ordinance No. 211 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TEXT OF ORDINANCE NO. 63 ZONING ORDINANCE (Permitting Certain General' Commercial Uses in the "M-L" Limited Industrial District Subject to Conditional Use Permit) Planning Director Skanchy explained the ordi- nance. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved by the following roll call. vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 211 was waived and said ordinance was introduced: AYES: (5) Councilmen Peary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith, and Flores NOES: (0) None Mr. Tellis appeared and advised that the fence was nearly . complete, the landscaping was under- way, there were 78 vehicles in occupancy, and a coordinating council had been elected from those in residence at Sonoma Grove; that said council would govern the Sonoma Grove develop- ment with Octagon Company retaining ownership and ultimate responsibility for the development. Discussion followed. 'Page 6. September 17, 1973 Representatives of City.Manager Callinan advised that Mr. Don Rohnert,Park Chamber, Jonez, Manager, Rohnert Park Chamber of of Commerce re Rohnert Commerce, had requested that the Chamber of Park Sign Commerce presentation concerning the Rohnert Park sign be deferred until the October 1 City Council meeting. Alexis Tellis re City Manager Callinan advised that Mr. Tellis Sonoma Grove was present to answer any questions of the Council,concerning Sonoma Grove pursuant to Reconvene discussion held at the recent Town Meeting. He further advised that he had visited Sonoma- Ladybug Park Grove and thought it was shaping up quite well. Mr. Tellis appeared and advised that the fence was nearly . complete, the landscaping was under- way, there were 78 vehicles in occupancy, and a coordinating council had been elected from those in residence at Sonoma Grove; that said council would govern the Sonoma Grove develop- ment with Octagon Company retaining ownership and ultimate responsibility for the development. Discussion followed. City Manager Callinan reviewed the recoTmnenda- tions for use of recreational facilities funds in neighborhood L'prepared by staff, a copy of which is attached to the original of these minutes, and noted that they differed only slightly from the Parks and Recreation Mr. Tellis introduced Jim Hurst, Fail Safe Coordinator (mavor) who spoke briefly and introduced the other Sonoma Grove council r.em- bers, Wade Rose, Kem.anie Pasahii, and Rita Page, each of whom spoke briefly. Terry Doyle, council member who was notable to attend, sent his greet'ings., Recess Mayor Flores declared a recess at this point in the meeting, the time being approximately 8:45 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Flores reconvened the meeting at approxi- mately 9:00 p.m. with all Councilmen present. Ladybug Park 'City Manager Callinan read a petition with 78 Development-Bike signatures submitted by Mrs. Katherine Collins Path and Park of 828 Lilac Way which urged that the Tot Lot Development in on Lilac Way be given priority for construction. Holiday Park and Mrs. Collins spoke briefly, commenting that Country Manor Area when the rains come the Tot Lot will be a sea of mud if it is not developed. Discussion followed. City Manager Callinan reviewed the recoTmnenda- tions for use of recreational facilities funds in neighborhood L'prepared by staff, a copy of which is attached to the original of these minutes, and noted that they differed only slightly from the Parks and Recreation September 17, 1973 Commission recommendations. A lengthy discus- sion followed with Parks and Recreation Direc- tor Pekkain, and Parks and Recreation Commis- sioners Hamann, Fiorl, and Hofmann participating, Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and. unanimously approved, staff recommendations for recreational facili- ties in neighborhood L will be immediately implemented with specific attention being given to the mini-parks and tot lot. Further discussion followed with Mrs. Collins participating during which it was suggested that some of the unallocated Revenue Sharing funds be earmarked for Ladybug Park develop- ment and also that the Parks and Recreation Commission be enlarged to its original member- ship of nine. Mr. Bob Hubbs, 8811 Willow Road, Cotati, was recognized and asked for clarification of bike path development in his area. General dis- cussion followed with Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain and Parks and Recreation Commissioner Hofmann:participating. Fencing at City Manager Callinan brought to the attention Community Centex, of the Council a memo from Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain dated September 14 which recommended fencing the exterior patio at the Community Center. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, up to $1,200 was allocated for the proposed fencing at the Community Center and installa- tion authorized. Resurfacing Alicia, City Manager Callinan brought to the attention Pool of the Council a memo from Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain dated September 111 which recommended resurfacing Alicia Pool. Discus- sion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, up to $2,400 was authorized for resurfacing Alicia Pool. Additional. Acreage City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the for Alicia Park Council dated September 14 concerning acquisi- tion of additional land north of Alicia Park for expansion of said park. He also pointed out areas of Alicia Park yet to be developed, referring to the "Site Utilization Study" dated April 1970 which was on display. Discussion Page 3b September 17, 1973 Santa Rosa Urban Councilmen Beary and Smith reported on discus- Renewal Project sion held with representatives of the legal firm of Cotton, Seligman 3 Ray concerning possible representation of the city in a suit against the Santa R.osa.Urban Renewal Agency. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the proposal of Cotton, Seligman 3 Ray to represent the City of Rohnert Park in connection with the Santa Rosa Urban Renewal project was accepted and said firm engaged. Review of Resolution City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the No. 72-119 (Concerns Council dated September 14 concerning review Development Impact of Resolution No. 72-119. A brief discussion on Education followed. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the policies outlined in Resolution No. 72.119 will be continued with review of same to be held in one year. File No. 0031 Councilman Smith initiated a discussion concern- Application to ing the Planning Commission approval of a U -Haul Permit U -Haul Trucks truck and trailer-rental at the Texaco station and Trailers at on Commerce Boulevard at the Expressway. Texaco Station on Commerce Blvd. followed during which the Council indicated that the cost of acquiring additional land north of Alicia Park was prohibitive and the matter dropped. Councilman Roberts Councilman Roberts left the Council Chambers Leaves and Returns during the above discussion, the time being approximately 10:03 p.m. He returned at approximately 10°06 p.m. 2 -3 Acre Park on City Manager Callinan brought to the attention West Side of Freeway of the Council Planning Director Skanchy's memo which discouraged development of a 2-3 acre park on the west side of the freeway. Discus- sion followed during which Mayor Flores noted the matter had been briefly discussed during executive session and the Council felt that although. Planning Director Skanchy made some valid points, the.matter of a 2 -3 acre park on the west side of the freeway must be taken care of. Santa Rosa Urban Councilmen Beary and Smith reported on discus- Renewal Project sion held with representatives of the legal firm of Cotton, Seligman 3 Ray concerning possible representation of the city in a suit against the Santa R.osa.Urban Renewal Agency. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the proposal of Cotton, Seligman 3 Ray to represent the City of Rohnert Park in connection with the Santa Rosa Urban Renewal project was accepted and said firm engaged. Review of Resolution City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the No. 72-119 (Concerns Council dated September 14 concerning review Development Impact of Resolution No. 72-119. A brief discussion on Education followed. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the policies outlined in Resolution No. 72.119 will be continued with review of same to be held in one year. File No. 0031 Councilman Smith initiated a discussion concern- Application to ing the Planning Commission approval of a U -Haul Permit U -Haul Trucks truck and trailer-rental at the Texaco station and Trailers at on Commerce Boulevard at the Expressway. Texaco Station on Commerce Blvd. Page 9. September 17, 1973 Councilman Beary Councilman Beary left the Council Chambers Leaves and Returns during the above discussion, the time being approximately 10:17 p.m. Ile returned at approximately 10:20 p.m. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Planning Commission approval for a U-Haul truck and trailer rental operation at the Tex- aco station on Commerce Boulevard at the Expressway was called up for appeal before the City Council with a public hearing to be set for same. File No. 0314 Councilman Beary initiated a discussion concern- Garner Realty ing the Planning Commission approval of a sign Application for variance for Garner Realty at 6950 Commerce S_Ign Variance at Boulevard. 6950 Commerce Blvd. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Planning Commission approval of a sign variance for Garner Realty at 6950 Commerce Boulevard was called up for appeal before the City Council with a public hearing to be set for same. Cotati-Rohnert Park Co-tati-Rohnert Park School District Trustee School District Tony Carbone was recognized. Ile thanked the Trustee Tony Carbone Council for supporting the Officer Bill program and announced that unification of the Rohnert Park Cotati area into a K-12 district would be discussed at the next Cities-Schools Coordi- nating Committee meeting. ICMA Conference City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated September 14 concerning his attendance at the International City Manager's Association Conference. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, appointment of Assistant to the City Manager Albright as City Manager Pro-Tempore during Mr. Callinan's absence at the ICMA conference was approved. City Manager's City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Vacation Council dated September 14 concerning his request for a one week's vacation during the first week of October. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, a Page 10. September 17, 1073 one week vacation during the first. week of October was approved for City Manager Callinan. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, appointment of Assistant to the City Manager Albright as City Manager Pro-Tempore during Mr. Callinan's vacation was approved. City Office Hours City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated September 14 concerning keeping the City Offices open during the noon hour. Golden Gate Bus City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Service Council dated September 14 concerning improved bus service by the Golden. Gate Transit System. A brier discussion followed. Jr. High Football City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Field Watering Council dated September 14 concerning watering of the football field at Rohnert Park Junior High School. Golf Course City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to -the Disruption Council dated September 14 concerning dis- ruption of the Golf Court due to construction of Hineba.ugh Creek and the resultant two month extension for annual card holders. Cotati Building City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Inspection Council_ dated September III concerning Rohnert Park providing building inspection services to the City of Cotati. Discussion followed. Upon. motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, building inspection services will be provided to the City of Cotati if agreement is reached that Rohnert Park will receive 300 or more of the building inspection fees from Cotati: AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Smith, and Flores NOES: (1) Councilman Roberts League of California. City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Cities Comprehensive Council dated September. 14 concerning the League Land Use Approach of California Cities Comprehensive Land Use Approach. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the Page 11, September 17, 19 S League of California Cities Comprehensive Land Use Approach was endorsed. Rancho Cotate Councilman Beary reported he had attended -the Football Field Pop Warner football games held at the Rancho Cotate football field which were the first games to be played on the field and reactions to the field were very favorable, both from players and spectators. Kris KristeTlsen City Manager Callinan solicited Council approval Administrative to increase Administrative Intern Kris Intern Kristensen's pay rate to $3.00 per hour. Upon mot-ion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the inc-Pease to $3.00 per hour was approved for Administrative Intern Kris Kristensen. Kenneth Kahn Kenneth Kahn was recognized. He thanked the City Council and staff for coming to Rancho Cotate to speak to Mr. Don Kite's government classes. T Jeri. Cochran Jeri Cochran was recognized. She commented that if the Parks and Recreation Commission were increased to nLnc members that ccnsidera--: tion be given to including a young person on the Commission. She also commented about the need for more parking area at the high school and suggested that a youth in government day be held for seniors at the high school. Adjou-onment Thero being no further business, Mayor Flores adjourned the meeting at 10:55 p.m. - !Deput,,/ Citv/Cl erk APPROVED: L-2- Mayor RECOMMENDAMNS FOR USE OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIES FUNDS IN NEIGHBORHOOD L Ballfield on school site 1. Grading, turfing, & misc. $ 5,000 2. Backstop 3,000 3. Bleachers & dugouts 700 Ladybug Park., 1. Picnic areas (tables, partitions, barbeques) 2. Play equipment 3. Neighborhood recreation building 4. B,,,Ac park development Bike Paths 1. Between Holiday Park & Country Manor Playlots & Ilainipar'j-'s 1. Liman Way 2,000 2. Lilac Way 4,000 3. Lydia Ct. 5,000 4. Lacrosse Ct. 5,000 TOTAL PMC/CAW/JPP 9/17/73 $ 8,700 1,000 2,200 40,000 29,100 2,000 $ 16,000 $ 99,000