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1973/07/16 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Ju1y`.l6 `,1973 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 7:00 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Blvd., Rohnert Park, with Mayor Flores presiding. Call to Order Mayor Flores called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Present: (5) Councilmen Geary, Hopkins, Roberts Smith and Flores Absent: (0). None Staff present for all or part of the meeting City Manager Callinan, City Attorney'Maxwell, Assistant to the City Manager Albright, Engineer Milton Hudis, Parks and Recreation , Director Pekkain, Director of Public Safety Dennett, and Sergeant Holmes Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins and unanimously approved., the minutes of July 2, 9, and 10 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 $46,631.55 were approved. Hinebaugh Creek, City Manager Callinan advised that Project No. ,1972 -3 Project No. 1972 -�3 progress Payment No. 1 to Teichert Construction Co. in the ' amount of $49,121.44 was in order for payment. A ..brief discussion followed with Mrs. Sam Hale, 128 Allan Avenue, participating. Upon motion of Councilman Nopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, Progress Payment No. 1 to Taichert Construction Co. in the amount of $49,121.44 was 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. Transient Occupancy A brief discussion was held on a communication from Tax County,-Administrator Nichols concerning a probable county. increase in:the transient occupancy tax to 6 %. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts,, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to prepare�an- ordinance increasing the transient occupancy tax to 6 %. Page 2. July 15, 1973 File No. 0228 City.Manager. Callinan read a copy of letter from Planning Cotati Performance Director Skanchy to Cotati Performance Center dated July Center 137 1973 concerning possible legal action to abate exist- ing violations of use permit City Manager Callinan advised the.-occupant of the building had been contacted and had indicated that the property owner had a dispute with the contractir over the work performed and remaining items to be completed, but that the objectionable signs had been.removed and landscaping taken care of. Mr. Callinan suggested that the matter be given a few days since the occupant of the premises was "in the middle" Council concurred. Discussion followed concerning installation of rain gutters on the freeway side of the building.: City Manager Callinan indicated that he thought they were installed but would check. Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Don Jones, Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce Manager, Presentation to appeared to present a Certificate of Appreciation to the Department of Department of Public Safety. He read a letter from Public Safety Chamber President Jack Eddinger commending the Department of Public Safety and Chief Dennett. Chief Dennett and Sergeant Holmes accepted the award with thanks and appreciation on behalf of the department. Presentation to City Mayor Flores noted that Mr.. Dougherty, Rancho Cotate Council of Rancho Wrestling Coach, had not yet arrived and deferped his Cotate Wrestling Team scheduled appearance until later in the meeting. Championship Plaque Presbyterian Church Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Hale, Dave Walters and Cindy Allen of Donation for Alicia Faith Presbyterian Church, appeared and presented a check Park Equipment in the amount of $200 to Mayor Flores to be used for picnic equipment in Alicia Park. They expressed thanks to the city for allowing the.church to have two fireworks stands this year and since sales had been excellent, the donation was being made for park equipment. Mayor Flores accepted the donation with thanks and appreciation on behalf of city staff and the community. Resolution No. 73-98 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (Country Club Drive Right of Way) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Be ary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 73-98 was waived and said resolution was adopted, Resolution No. 73 -99 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (Golf Course Drive Right of Way) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Page 3. J111v 17), 4973 Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 73-99 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 73 -100 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING TEMPORARY EASEMENT (Channel re Wastewater Treatment Plant Interim Improvements) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Smithb seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 73 --100 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Agreement with City Manager Callinan advised that Cotati Police Chief Cotati re Dispatching Gray had requested a reduction from $1,000 to $750 per Service month for dispatching service byRohnert Park, with all clerical work being deleted from the agreement for services', A lengthy discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the suggestion by the City of Cotati to reduce the ,fee for dispatching service was rejected. Councilman Smith stated for the record that even though he voted with the "ayes" he was certainly not approving an outright denial. Further discussion followed concerning how much time Cotati policemen were actually on the air, how much time was spent in the Rohnert Park Public Safety Building working on reports, or generally using the facilities. Councilman Hopkins Councilman Hopkins left the Council Chambers during the Leaves above discussion, the time being approximately 8:42 p.m. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and approved with Councilman Hopkins absent, staff was directed to prepare cost figures and a report on the communications center for consideration by the Council. Councilman Hopkins Councilman Hopkins returned to the Council Chambers, the Returns time being approximately 8:45 p.m, Project No. 1973 -10 Consulting Engineer Hudis reported that one bid had been Well No. 9 received for Well No. 9 from Bartley Pump in the amount of $51,099. He explained that water from this well would go directly into Tank No. 2 thereby eliminating the need for.a. pressure tank. Mayor Flores requested Engineer Hudis to explain the ?Prustyll appearance of Tank No. 2 on Southwest Blvd. for the benefit of the public. Engi:neer.fiudis, explained that„ t.ha type of steel used on the exterior of Tank No. 2 was supposed to rust on the Special Sewer Service Fee Page 4. July 16, 1973 outside and will eventually have a pleasing brown color which will not need painting thereby reducing maintenance time and costs. Responding to an inquiry from the Council as to why only one bid was received, Engineer Hudis explained that well drillers are quite busy just now and also most local drillers cannot drill a hole as large as is required, i.e. a 36" hole and most drillers can go no larger than 2499. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the contract for Well No. 9 was awarded to Bartley Pump at the bid price of $51,099 City Manager Callinan briefly reviewed his memo to the Council dated June 29 concerning the special sewer service; fee. Mr. Maurice Fredericks,` Attorney, appeared on behalf of Redwood Estates Mobile Home Park. He'urged that the special sewer service fee; not be applied to mobile homes as they are moved onto lots, comparing the situation to apartments. Discussion .followed. Councilman Beary made 'a motion to get a further opinion on the uniformity of application with regard to apartments, etc. Said motion died for lack of a second. Further discussion followed. Councilman Smith made a motion, seconded by Councilman Roberts, to adopt a resolution as prepared by City Attorney Maxwell but amended to reflect that the fee would only apply to future mobile home parks. " City Attorney Maxwell stated that no change was necessary in the original resolution imposing the fete as it now stands to carry out the above motion. Further discussion followed.' Councilmen Smith and Roberts withdrew their motion and second respectively. Resolution No. 73 -101 RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 73 -15 CONCERNING TIME OF PAYMENT OF ADDITIONAL SEWER CONNECTION FEE ON MOBILE HOMES. City Attorney Maxwell read the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Mayor Flores and approved by the following roll call vote, Resolution No 73 -101 was adopted- AYES- (3) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, and Flores NOES- (2) Councilmen Roberts and Smith Page 5. July 7.6, 1973 Presentation to City Mr. Jim Dougherty appeared, presented:a.picture' plaque Council of Rancho of the Rancho`Cotate Championship wrestling team to Cotate Wrestling Team Mayor Flores and thanked the Council.for making the Championship Plaque plaques available to award to the wrestling team, stating he did not know of any other city council that did this sort of thing. Mayor Flores accepted the plaque and thanked Mr. Dougherty on behalf of the Council. Ladybug Park Director of Park's and Recreation Pekkain explained the Proposed Site Plan site plan for Ladybug Park and the adjoining school site which was on display. He advised that the large drainage channel hopefully will be put underground that the school district is negotiating with the property owners; that the school district will install the irrigation system with the city installing the `turf. Discussion followed concerning the advisability of locating the picnic areas nearer,to the parking lots. Councilman Hopkins made a motion to approve the tentative site plan. Staff explained that Council action was not being sought at this time, but that the site plan had been referred only for information and input. Councilman Hopkins withdrew his motion.'' Resolution No. 73 -102 Councilmen's Vacations Miss Sonoma -Marin A RESOLUTION OF THE 'CITY OF ROHNERT PARK OPPOSING URBAN DEVELOPMENT IN COUNTY TERRITORIES City Manager Callinan read thn resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 73 -102 was adopted. Councilmen Hopkins and Roberts asked permission of the Council to leave the state during the month of August for vacations. Both stated they would not be missing any Council meetings. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved., permission was granted for Councilmen Hopkins and Roberts to leave the state during August. Councilman Hopkins initiated a discussion regarding a Rohnert Park girl, Miss Hannele Damon, winning the Miss Sonoma -Marin title, going on to the Miss California Pageant in Los Angeles, and suggesting that the city contribute to her expenses. Mr. Don Jones, Chamber of, Commerce Manager, participated in the discussion. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved $150 was approved for Miss Sonoma- Marin, Ha.nnele Damon. Page 6. July 16, 1973 Cities-Schools Councilman Roberts initiated a brief discussion regarding Coordinating the July 18th meeting conflict, i.e. the Cities-Schools Committee Coordinating Committee meeting being on the same day as Rohnert Park Day at the clondma County Fair and that there was an excellent speaker for the meeting. Mr. Callinan advised that he would notify the Committee chairman of the conflict. Mosquito Abatement Mayor Flores brought to the attention of the Council a July 26th meeting to be chaired,by Supervisor Joerger concerning the establishment of a mosquito abatement program. Recess Mayor Flores declared a recess at this point in the meeting the time being approximately 9:00 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Flores reconvened the meeting at approximately 9:08 P.M. Library Site City Manager Callinan advised that an indication had been received from Mr. Golis concerning the price and condit- ions under which he would sell a site to the city for a library on the property south of the Park Plaza Shopping Center, that condemnation proceedings might be involved, and inquired of City Attorney Maxwell if it would be proper to discuss the matter in executive session. He also advised that other sites were being investigated. City Attorney Maxwell opinioned that matters that will involve litigation or potential litigation were proper for discussion in executive session. Overpass Dedication City Manager Callinan advised that dedication ceremonies had been scheduled for the Freeway Overpass on Thursday, July 26 at 11:00 ' Asm. He further advised that he had discussed the event with Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce representatives and they will be assuming much of the detail work for the occasion and sponsoring the luncheon following the dedication. , Resolution No. 73-103 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REJECTING THE CLAIM OF PEGGY SUE DOYLE, RICHARD DOYLE AND ANNA DOYLE City Attorney Maxwell explained the resolution. Rohnert Park Sign Upon motion of.Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Reso- lution No. 73-103 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Mr. Nibs Moessmer, owner of Carpets and Lamps at 213 Southwest Blvd. was recognized. He advised he was appear- ing on behalf of the majority of Rohnert Park business people and presented Mayor Flores with a copy of petition objecting to the proposed removal of the Rohnert Park Sign in the area of Commerce Boulevard-Southwest Boulevard intersection. Mayor Flores read the text of the petition, a copy of which is attached to the original of these minutes. Page 7. July 16, 1973 City Manager Callinan read a letter dated July 16 from Planning Commission Chairman Goff'which set forth recommendations of the Planning Commission as follows concerning the Rohnert Park sign: 1. That the City Manager be instructed not to solicit bids, at this time, for the removal of the sign; 2. That a study be initiated by the Chamber of Commerce; into :the , importance and cost of mainte- nance of the sign, with specific reference to whether the Chamber of Commerce should assume the financial burden for the maintenance of the same; 3. That a public hearing be held by the City Council, following the study by the Chamber, on the questions of retention and maintenance. 4. That suggestions be entertained of possible replacement in the event a decision is made to remove this particular sign. Mr. Moessmer pointed out the sign identified the city and business people support keeping same. Discussion followed. Councilman Hopkins made a motion, seconded by Councilman Beary, to endorse the Planning Commission rec ,)minendztons and ask the Chamber of Commerce to propose some kind of takeover of the sign within 30 days. Discussion follower with Mr. Moessmer participating. Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce Manager Don Jones was recognized. He advised that the Chamber of Commerce concurs with the recommendations of the Planning Comm- ission and would take on the task of conduct -ng a study regarding the sign and would raturn with recommendations for same. He commented that in his personal contacts he did not talk to anyone who favored removal of the sign. Further discussion followed with Mr. Moessmer and Mr. Jones participating. Mrs. Roy Guinn, 156 Adele Avenue, appeared and spoke in support of the sign. Mr. Maurice Fredericks, 6950 Commerce Blvd. appeared and spoke in support of the sign. Mr. Lee Calhoun was recognized.: He inquired what it would take to get Councilmen Hopkins and Beary to support the sign. Councilman Hopkins indicated if there was overwhelming community support to keep the sign he would support same. Councilman Beary commented.he felt that the $600 in the budget for the sign could better be spent on recreation Page 8. July 16, 1973 activities that would publicize the city, but if petitions were presented with a large number of signa- tures, and if the expenditure could be justified to the benefit of the city he would certainly consider same. Mr. Ray Lummus, 8640 Laurelwood Drive was recognized. He inquired how much it was going to cost to remove the sign and what would happen if a future City Council want- ed to erect another sign. City Manager Callinan responded that bids had not yet been solicited for removal of the sign. Barbara Calhoun was recognized. She commented that many customers had expressed support for the sign as well as business people of the community. Mrs. Ruth Halleck of Kozy Katz was recognized and spoke in support of the sign. Mayor Flores expressed appreciation for all those citizens who had expressed interest commenting that it made the Council's job easier. Rohnert Park Boys Mr. Malcolm Hubley, 135 Alga Avenue, was recognized. He Baseball spoke concerning selection of the All Stars for Boys Baseball and expressed concern that all teams had not been represented. He commented that he had been told in years past by a Councilman that if and when Boys Baseball became self supporting that the city would find a way to step in if the program got out of hand. He requested the Council to ask the Rohnert Park Boys Baseball Board of Directors to reconsider the All Star choices and choose someone from each team. Discussion followed with Mr. Hubley and Claude Logue participating. Councilman Smith made a motion to have the Boys Baseball Board of Directors re- evaluate the policy used in select - ing the All Stars with consideration being given to a system whereby all teams would be represented and if necessary, choose more than one team and have a playoff. Further discussion followed. Councilman Smith withdrew his motion. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and approved by the following voice vote, a representative of the Boys Baseball Board of Directors will be invited to appear before the Council to discuss methods of choosing All Stars and how equitable the current method was: AYES: (4) Councilmen Hopkins, Roberts, Smith and Flores NOES: (1) Councilman Beary Page 9. July 16, 1973 Councilman Beary stated for the record he voted no because he did not feel this was a proper function of the City.Councile Mayor Flores requested staff to have Ron Fiori appear before the Council. Traffic' Enforcement Mr. Harold Berkemeier, 564 Anson Avenue and Mr. Head, 561 Anson 'Avenue, appeared before the Council to request stricter enforcement of speeding vehicles on residential streets, commenting that they had small children and were concerned about the.possibility of a serious accident. A`lengthy discussion followed. City Manager Callinan suggested they get license numbers of speeding vehicles and the owner of the vehicle could be warned even though no citation could be issued unless the driver could be identified. Further discussion followed during which it was pointed out that two more officers would be added to the Public Safety Department in the near future and patrol would be increased.. Further discussion followed with Mr. Berke- meier and Mr. Head participating, Chamber of Commerce Mr. Don Jones, Chamber of Commerce Manager, appeared and Matters announced upcoming activities of the Chamber of Commerce as follows: 1> Meeting on July 24 to promote a community calendar; 2. Staff was working with city staff to plan the overpass dedication ceremonies; 3. Working on locating a Dept, of Motor Vehicles office in the area since the Santa Rosa site had been abandoned; 4. Working with the city staff to solve any problems concerning relocation of the Library. Traffic Enforcement Mr, Nibs Moessmer was recognized and commented that there were problems with speeders on Alma Avenue also. Adjournment to Mayor Flores adjourned the meeting at 10033 p.m. to an Executive Session executive session'`to discuss library negotiations and Personnel matters. Reconvene Mayor Flores reconvened the meeting at approximately 11°35 p.m. with all Councilmen present. Salaries City Manager Callinan advised that an increase in the .''City Attorney's salary had,been recommended to $700 per month with a review in three to six months since $800 per month had been requested by the City Attorney's office. Page 10. July 16, 1973 Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, an increase to $700 per month, effective July 1, 1973, for the City Attorney's services was approved, with a review of same in three to six motths. City Manager Callinan advised he had discussed the performance of department heads with the Council and the . following salary increases were recommended to be effec- tive July 1, 1973 to July 1, 1974: Director of Parks and Recreation Pekkain 50 Golf Course Superintendent Sam Singh 50 Director of Public Safety Dennett .5 Superintendent of Public Works Wiggins 7.50 Assistant to the City Mgr. Albright 7.5% City Manager Callinan 4.8% .Chief Building Inspector Barnhart 7.8% All other regular employees, 5% in accordance with the agreement with SCOPE. It was recommended that department heads not participate in arrangements with SCOPE regarding overtime compensation or automatic cost of living adjust- ments, but other provisions of'the SCOPE agreement would be applicable to department heads as well as all regular employees. It was further recommended that Swimming Pool Relief Manager Position be changed from Range 11 to Range 18 but there would be no other adjustments for seasonal or part time employees. A copy of the City Manager's salaries and Fringe Benefits Recommendations provided to each Councilman and a copy of the agreement with SCOPE are attached to the original copy of these minutes. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the recommended salary adjustments outlined above were approved as recommended effective July 1, 1973. City Manager Callinan advised that the changes recommend- ed by the Council would be made in the 1973 -74 Proposed Budget and a public hearing set on same. Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion concerning the improvement of the public address system in the Council Chambers. City Manager Callihan advised that Sis -Con Audio representatives had looked at the system and will be returning with recommendations for its improvement. Gas Tax Funds Budget City Manager Callinan discussed the Gas Tax Funds Budget with the Council. Page 11. July 16, 1973 The Council indicated that if the Metropolitan Transportation Commission approves the city's claim, bids would be called for on the Country Club Drive Bridge at Copeland Creek. Adjournment There being no further businesq, Mayor Flores adjourned the meeting at approximately 11:45 /P m. eputy tity erk APPROVED: Mayor