1973/08/06 City Council MinutesROHNE'Rq1' PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
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August 6, 1973
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in
regular session commencing at 7:35 p.m. in the City Offices,
,6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with-Mayor Flores
presiding. 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 personnel matters.
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
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, Deputy City Attorney Cooper,
Assistant to the City Manager Albright, Director of Parks
and Recreation Pekkain, Director of Public Safety Dennett,
and Sgt. Holmes
Executive Session Mayor Flores announced that an executive session had been
held prior to the regular meeting to discuss personnel
matters.
Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman .
Beary, and unanimously approved, the minutes of July 16 and
23 were approved as.submitted.
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 $138,491.36 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.
Mrs. Verna Slobodnik Mayor Flores initiated a brief discussion concerning the
resignation of Mrs, Verna Slobodnik, Sr. Account Clerk,
after four years of service.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins,. and unanimously approved, Mayor Flore s will send
a letter to Mrs. Slobodnik commending her for her four
years of service to the City as Sr. Account Clerk.
Project No. 1956-1 Mayor Flores declared the scheduled public hearing open on
Amended Assessment Project No. 1956-1, Amended Assessment Nos. 6,.52.1.2.2.1,
Nos. 6.52.1.2.2.1, 6.52.1.2.2.2, and 6.81.2.2.1.
6.52.1.2.2.2, and
6.81.2.2.1 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
Page, 2 August 6, 1973
Ordinance No. 203 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 93 AS AMENDED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 104 BY CHANGING THE AMOUNT OF THE TAX UPON
THE PRIVILEGE,OF TRANSIENT` OCCUPANCY"
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved by roll call vote, the
reading of "Ordinance No. 203 was waived and said ordinance
was introduced:
AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith,
and Flores
NOES: (0) None
Ordinance No. 204 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT`:PARK RELATING TO
EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION AND FUNCTIONS
City Manager'Callinan explained the`'ordinance.
Upon motion.of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved by roll call vote, the
reading of Ordinance No. 204 was waived and said ordinance
was introduced:
AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith,
and Flores
written communications had been received. There being no
one desiring to be heard, Mayor Flores declared the public
hearing closed.
Resolution''.No. 73 -104.
A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING. AMENDED ASSESSMENT (Project No.
;,.
1956 -1, Assessment Nos. 6.52.1.2.2.1, 6.52.1.2.2.2 and
6.81.2.2.1)
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
No. 73 -104 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Project No 1964 -1
Mayor Flores declared the scheduled public hearing open
Amended Assessment
on Project No. 1964 -1, Amended Assessment No. 1.1.
No. 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 communications had been received. There being no
one desiring to be heard, Mayor Flores declared the public
- hearing closed.
Resolution -No. 73 -105
A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING AMENDED ASSESSMENT (Sanitary
Sewerage Project No. 1964 -1, Assessment No. 1.1)
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the'reading of Resolution
No. 73 -105 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Ordinance No. 203 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 93 AS AMENDED BY
ORDINANCE NO. 104 BY CHANGING THE AMOUNT OF THE TAX UPON
THE PRIVILEGE,OF TRANSIENT` OCCUPANCY"
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved by roll call vote, the
reading of "Ordinance No. 203 was waived and said ordinance
was introduced:
AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith,
and Flores
NOES: (0) None
Ordinance No. 204 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT`:PARK RELATING TO
EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION AND FUNCTIONS
City Manager'Callinan explained the`'ordinance.
Upon motion.of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved by roll call vote, the
reading of Ordinance No. 204 was waived and said ordinance
was introduced:
AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith,
and Flores
3 Aug4st 6, 1973
-None.
Ordinance Nt . ' -x;06
-,-.:AN,>.-ORD1NANC-Ei,, MAKING-,PRIVATE; PARK.; FACILITIES SUBJECT To
RU B LI T AND T,RQL (Vehicle Code
,,CON
Se.cti.on 2110:7
City .Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved by,roll call vote, the
..reading of Ordinance No. 205 was waived and said ordinance
was introduced:
AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith,
and Flores
NOES: (0) None
Ordinance No. 206
AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ROHNERT PARK CITY ORDINANCE NO. 46
-City _,_Mana er___ 4ned, the ordinance,
motion Councilman Ho' k seconded by Councilman
Upon mo 1 q, n, op ins,
Roberts,_ana unanimously approve'd,by roll call vote, the
- and said ordinance
d
re6di,ri j of Or inange 0., was waived
was introduce
AYES:. (5), Councilmen Bear y Hopkins, Roberts, Smith,
'an d' Flores
.NOES
A 0, 'None
Resolution No._73-106,
._RESOLUTION -APPROVING �JOI,k,P(6WE,RS AGREEMENT
City Manager 'Cal.11inan explained -the resolution and agree-
ment concerning the Rapozo Ranch Park Project..,
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
No. 73-106 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No. 73 -107-
RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF
RO$NERT PARK FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1973-74
City Manager dallinan 'explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resdution
N o.,, .73-107 was.waived and,sai4,resolution was adopted.
Resolution 'No. 73-108
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REJECTING THE
CLAIM OF PACIFIC:TELEPHONE
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Resolution
Beary, and , unanimously approved, the reading of Re
No. 73 1 Was waived and said resolution was adopted.
0 8;
File No. 0261 City Manager Callinan advised that representatives of the
Appeal of Planning Regal 8 Motel, through their attorney Maurice Fredericks,
Commission Denial had requested that consideration of the appeal of Planning
of Proposed Regal 8. Commission denial of the proposed Regal 8 Motel sign be
Motel Sign deferred to the next regular meeting, August 20. Council
concurred with the request.
File No. 0228
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Resolution No. 73 -109
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEEDS (Public Facilities Sites in
Center - Progress
Country Club Estates area)
Report
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary,. and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
No. 73 -109 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No. 73 -110
RESOLUTION EXCHANGING DEEDS WITH CASCADE FINANCIAL CORPORA
TION.(Public Safety Building Site on Country Club Drive)
"City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Mrs. Audrey Chaon..re
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
Miss Rohnert Park
No. 73 -110 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Project No. 1973 -8
City,Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council
Country Club Drive
dated August 3, 1973 concerning Project No. 1973 -8, Country
Bridge at Copeland,,,.
Club Drive Bridge at Copeland Creek. Discussion followed.
Creek
for each entrant in the Miss Rohnert Park Beauty Pageant
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Cultural Arts Corpo-
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the plans and specifi-
ration Representatives
cations for Project No. 1973 -8 were approved and staff
authorized to call for bids on same.
File No. 0261 City Manager Callinan advised that representatives of the
Appeal of Planning Regal 8 Motel, through their attorney Maurice Fredericks,
Commission Denial had requested that consideration of the appeal of Planning
of Proposed Regal 8. Commission denial of the proposed Regal 8 Motel sign be
Motel Sign deferred to the next regular meeting, August 20. Council
concurred with the request.
File No. 0228
Deputy City Attorney Cooper verbally reported on the efforts
Cotati Performance
to obtain compliance with provisions of the use permit for
Center - Progress
Cotati Performance Center advising that there was a dispute
Report
between the owner of the property and the contractor with
the operator of the business being in the middle. Dis-
cussion followed during which staff was directed to convey
the Council's strong concern over the matter and to indicate
two (2) more weeks would be allowed to make the changes and
improvements requested. Further discussion followed con -
cerning the possibility of requiring a performance bond for
completion of work on such projects.
Mrs. Audrey Chaon..re
Mrs. Audrey Chaon appeared before the Council to request
Miss Rohnert Park
funds to purchase a silver bracelet for each entrant in
Pageant
the Miss Rohnert Park Pageant. A brief discussion followed.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, up to $100 for bracelets
for each entrant in the Miss Rohnert Park Beauty Pageant
and $25 for the wardrobe of Miss Rohnert Park was approved.
Cultural Arts Corpo-
Rohnert ,Park Cultural Arts Corporation representatives Dr.
ration Representatives
William Cord, Mrs. Katherine Dietz, and Bill Wendel,
Chairman, were recognized. Mr. Wendel appeared and briefly
reviewed the corporation recommendations for aesthetic
improvements to the City Office Building.
Petition re "No All
Night Parking" Signs
on Boris Court
Upon motion of .Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and-unanimously approved, implementation of the
program for long, :-term disability insurance as outlined,fin
Robert Shirrell's' letter dated July 11, 1973 was authorized.
Mayor Flores read aretition bearing approximately 50 signa-
tures which is attached to the original of these minutes
and which expressed opposition'to the "No All Night Parking"
signs on Boris Court,
Mayor Flores also read his written response (which set
forth reasons for..the "No All Night Parking9° signs) to
a letter from Thomas Frenaye which also expressed opposition
to the "No All Night Parking" signs on Beverly Drive.
A lengthy discussion followed,;with Margie Moffitt and Vicky
LaKatos of Casa Sonoma apartments participating.
.Upon motion of Councilman Ttoberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and approved by the following roll call vote, the
"No All Night Parking" signs will be removed from the east
side of Boris Court:
AYES: (3): Councilmen Roberts, Smith, and Flores
NOES: (2) Councilmen Beary and Hopkins
A lengthy general discussion followed regarding the
parking situation on Beverly Drive.
Councilman 'Smith-made a motion to instruct the apartment
owners to hold occupancy to 70% until more off street
parking is provided. The motion died for lack of a second.
Further discussion followed after which staff was directed
to send letters to the apartment owners conveying the
feelings of the Council.
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Mayor Flores'expressed. thanks and appreciation to the
Rohnert Park Cultural Arts Corporation for its fine work
and requested Chairman Wendel to convey his remarks to the
Board of Directors of the corporation.
Dr. William Cord appeared, briefly commented on the wording
of the'ordinance creating the Cultural Arts Commission and
the articles of':incorporation for the corporation,.and;
asked if the Board of Directors could feel free in initi'
ating projects rather than waiting for the Council to
request same.' The Council indicated that projects could
be initiated by the`'commission and /or,,corporation.
Robert Shirrell-
City Manager Callinan briefly reviewed his memo to the
. Long Term Disability
Council dated August 3, 1973 concerning the Long Term
Insurance
Disability Insurance program being recommended by Mr.
Shirrell, insurance agent.
Mr. Robert Shirrell appeared, gave the background for the
solicitation`of bids for the insurance, reviewed the pro-
posed insurance plan, and answered questions of the Council.
Petition re "No All
Night Parking" Signs
on Boris Court
Upon motion of .Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and-unanimously approved, implementation of the
program for long, :-term disability insurance as outlined,fin
Robert Shirrell's' letter dated July 11, 1973 was authorized.
Mayor Flores read aretition bearing approximately 50 signa-
tures which is attached to the original of these minutes
and which expressed opposition'to the "No All Night Parking"
signs on Boris Court,
Mayor Flores also read his written response (which set
forth reasons for..the "No All Night Parking9° signs) to
a letter from Thomas Frenaye which also expressed opposition
to the "No All Night Parking" signs on Beverly Drive.
A lengthy discussion followed,;with Margie Moffitt and Vicky
LaKatos of Casa Sonoma apartments participating.
.Upon motion of Councilman Ttoberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and approved by the following roll call vote, the
"No All Night Parking" signs will be removed from the east
side of Boris Court:
AYES: (3): Councilmen Roberts, Smith, and Flores
NOES: (2) Councilmen Beary and Hopkins
A lengthy general discussion followed regarding the
parking situation on Beverly Drive.
Councilman 'Smith-made a motion to instruct the apartment
owners to hold occupancy to 70% until more off street
parking is provided. The motion died for lack of a second.
Further discussion followed after which staff was directed
to send letters to the apartment owners conveying the
feelings of the Council.
Recess
Reconvene
Ladybug Park
Revised Master Plan
Page 6. August 6, 1973
Mayor Flores declared a recess at this point in the meeting,
the time being approximately 9:30 p.m.
Mayor Flores reconvened the meeting at approximately 9:40
p.m. with all Councilmen, except Councilman Hopkins, present.
Parks and ;Recreation Director Pekkain explained the revised
master plan for Ladybug Park which was on display. A brief
discussion followed. The Council indicated it was pleased
with the revised plan.
Benecia Park Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain reported he had con -
Restrooms ferred with Supt. of Public Works Wiggins concerning costs
for adding restrooms to the concession stand at Benecia
Park and it was estimated the work could be done for $6,000.
A brief discussion followed.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, up to $6,000 was approved
for restrooms at Benecia Park with the concurrence of the
Parks and Recreation Commission.
Homeowners Associa- Mayor Flores advised that Russell Johnson, Homeowners
tion Donation for Association President, had approached him concerning a
Park Equipment' $150 donation from the group to be used for park equipment
and solicited suggestions for types of equipment. A brief
discussion followed during which it was suggested that the
donation be used for spring toys in Colegio Vista Park.
Public Safety Dept. Director of Public Safety Dennett briefly reviewed his
Communications Center report on the Communications:Center, copies of which had
Report been previously supplied to the Council. Cotati Police
Chief Gray was present and in response to•a question from
the Council, advised that he had been very satisfied with
the dispatching service provided to his department by the
Rohnert Park Public Safety Department. General discussion
followed with the Council indicating that the statistics
reflected in said report more than justified the additional
personnel approved for the department.
Bicycle Safety Report.
Director of Public Safety
Dennett
briefly reviewed Pedes-
trian Safety Officer Hays'
report
on bicycle safety which
reflected increased citations. A
brief discussion followed.
Innovative Ways to
Director of Public Safety
Dennett
briefly reviewed his
Reduce Violations-
report on innovative ways
to reduce violations, copies of
Report
which had been previously
supplied to the Council. Dis-
cussion followed with the
'Council
indicating general satis-
faction with the report.
City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the
Council the map of A and B sections on display which
reflects where traffic citations are being issued. He
noted this will be done on a monthly basis.
Population Estimate City Manager Callinan advised that a new population estimate
of 9,725 had been received this date from the State Dept.
of Finance, an approximate 30% annual increase.
Page 7.- August 6, 1973
Cotati-4R.ohfiert Park Mayor Flores recognized Cotatiw-Rohnert Park School District
School District Trustee Tony Carbone. Mr. Carbone advised the school
Trustee A. Carbone district was very appreciative of-assistance from the
Public Safety Department, particularly concerning bicycle
safety and the Officer Bill program.
Mosquito Abatement Mayor Flores read a report prepared by him which recommended
joining the Marin-iCounty Mosquito Abatement District. A
brief discussion followed.
Resolution No. 73-111 RESOLUTION OF INTENTION -TO JOIN THE MARIN COUNTY MOSQUITO
ABATEMENTIDISTRICT
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
AYES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Roberts, and Flores
Upon motion or Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the.reading of Resolution
No. 73-111 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Park Land
Mayor Flores initiated a discussion concerning the possible
acquisition of approximately 19 acres immediately north of
Alicia Park-as open space.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, staff was. directed to
study the feasibility of acquiring approximately 19 acres
immediately north of Alicia Park for inclusion into Alicia
Park.
Cotati Plaza Music
Mayor Flores initiated a discussion concerning the very
loud music in Cotati Plaza on a recent Sunday,•afternoon and
the several.-,complaints he received from Rohnert Park resi-
dents. He requested and received Council approval to send
a letter to the Cotati Parks and Recreation Commission and
the Cotati City Council indicating displeasure with the
extremely loud music emanating from the Cotati Plaza on
occasion.
Holiday Park Area
Mayor Flores noted he had received comments regarding the
Stop Signs
length of time involved in getting stop signs installed in
the Holiday Park area. Staff advised that the stop signs
had been received earlier in the day,and would be installed
immediately.
Ad floe 'Open Space
Councilman Beary reported that the Open Space Committee
Committee Report
should have its full report to the Council in September and
requested Council authorization to initiate the necessary
paper work to place a general obligation bond measure for
$1,000,000 on the November ballot. Discussion followed—
Upon moti6n'of Councilman Beary,, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and approved by the following voice vote, autho-
rization was given to initiate the necessary paper work to
place 'a general obligation bond measure for $1,000,000 on
the November ballot:
AYES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Roberts, and Flores
Living Concepts
Mobile Home Plant
File No. 0229
Parks and Recreation.
Commiss ion. Field Trip
Federal Aid to
Highways Bill
Public Safety Report
William. R. Lucius
Resolution No. 73 -112
Commerce Blvd.
Warehouse; File No.
0276
Page 8.
NOES:
(1) Councilman Smith
August 6, 197;
ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hopkins
Councilman Smith stated for the record that he would have
preferred not to take any action on the matter until the
report of the committee is provided to the Council.
Councilman Beary asked Planning Commission Chairman Goff,
who was in the audience, if the Living Concepts mobile home
plant would be discussed at a Planning Commission meeting.
Chairman Goff replied in the affirmative.
Councilman Beary reported he had gone with members of the
Parks and Recreation Commission and staff on a field trip
to Fremont and Sunnyvale to view park improvements in other
cities. He advised they had seen some beautiful leisure
type parks but noted they were not being used by very many
people and wondered why.
Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion concerning
the Federal Aid to Highways bill recently approved by both
the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion concerning
the July Activity Report for the Department of Public
Safety inquiring about bicycle statistics and animals
escaping. Director.Dennett responded that dogs and cats
have to be transported in the same cage but this will be
changed when the new animal control truck is obtained.
Councilman Smith also noted that bicycle citations were
missing from the July Activity Report. Director Dennett
advised he would follow up on the matter.
.Councilman Smith initiated a discussion concerning
.Healdsburg Councilman and Golden Gate Transit Director
William Lucius and his assistance in obtaining improved
bus service for the City of Rohnert Park. He requested
Council permission to present a plaque of appreciation
to Mr. Lucius at a Healdsburg City Council meeting.
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO WILLIAM R. LUCIUS
City Manager Callinan read the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 73 -112
was.adopted and the purchase of a plaque of appreciation for
,Mr.'.Lucius to be presented by Councilman Smith at a Healds-
burg Council meeting was authorized.
Councilman Roberts initiated a brief discussion concerning
installation of landscaping at the new warehouse on Commerce
Boulevard. City Manager Callinan explained that the land-
scaping would be completed when ditchwork on adjoining
property was completed.
Page ° August 6, 1313
Home Appliance 'Center Councilman Roberts initiated a brief discussion concerning
File No 0124 installation of landscaping at Home Appliance Company.
Staff advised this was being followed up by Planning
Director Skanchy.
Employee Bonding City Manager Callinan advised that due to the lateness of
the hour, his report on employee bonding was as stated in
his memo to the Council unless the Council had some question.
General Fund Reserve City Manager Callinan advised that due to the lateness of
the hour his report on the General Fund Reserve was as
stated in his memo to the Council unless the Council had
questions.
School Site in "L"
Section
City Manager's
Vacation
City Newsletter
City Manager. Callinan briefly reviewed his memo to the
Council dated August 3 concerning the school site in "L"
section and advised he would like to discuss the matter
further with City Attorney Maxwell. Discussion followed.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, staff was authorized to
explore the possibility of acquiring the school site in "L"
section and selling it to the school district with any
differential being used for development of the school and
park sites.
City Manager Callina n requested permission to take two
weeks vacation August 6 -- 17 while his brother was visiting
and to appoint Assistant to the City Manager Albright as
City Manager Pro - Tempore in his absence and C. A. Wiggins
as City.Manager Pro - Tempore in the absence of Mr. Albright.
A.brief discussion followed.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, vacation for City Manager
Callinan was approved as requested and appointment of
Mr. Albright and Mr. Wiggins.-as City Managers Pro - Tempore
was approved.
City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the
Council an article that appeared in a recent edition of
the Rohnert Park News concerning the City Newsletter anc,
advised that the newsletter had been solely edited by
himself. He further advised that Clint Mosher was not in
any way involved with the newsletter since he is now a
part -time city employee in the Public Works Department.
Santa Rosa Urban City Manager Callinan verbally reported that if the Santa
Renewal Project Rosa Urban Renewal Project is approved the Rohnert Park
General Plan would have to be amended since the area cannot
support two regional shopping centers; that Santa Rosa would
be receiving the sales tax benefits of the shopping center,
not Rohnert Park; questioned the wisdom of using government
subsidies for development of a shopping center; and advised
he had written a letter along these lines to the Santa Rosa
Urban Renewal Agency. A lengthy discussion followed.
Page 10. August C, 1973
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded'by Mayor Flores,
and approved by the following roll call vote, staff was
authorized .to seek appropriate legal counsel to review with
the Council its choices and, if appropriate, file suit
against the Santa Rosa Urban Renewal Agency . and.to:e;ontact
other agencies in the area who might desire to:join in
any su t -soi•filed:,
-AYES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Roberts,.and Flores,
NOES: (0) None
ABSTAIN: (1) Councilman Smith
ABSENT: (1)" Councilman Hopkins
Councilman Smith stated for the record that with such a
short time to review the matter he did not feel prepared to
take action since a lawsuit is an extreme measure and he had
to be sure that such an extreme measure was warranted. A
brief = discussion, - followed.
Press Democrat
Donna Karasek, Press Democrat.correspondent, was recogrized.
Correspondent Donna
,She requested that when "a newspaper" was referred to by
Karasek';
staff or Councilmen that the name of the paper be used.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Mayor Flores adjourned the
meeting at 11:45 p.m.
De uty, C ° Clerk
APPROVED:
Mayor