1973/07/02 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
July 2, 1973
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in
regular session commencing at 7:22 p.m. in the City Offices,
6750 Commerce Blvd., 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 Coun-
cilmen 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 :22 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 Maxwell, Assistant
to the City Manager Albright and Consulting Engineer
Larry d�oods .
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved., Mayor Flores was censored
for wearing a shirt and tie to the meeting.
Executive Session Mayor Flores announced that an executive session had been
held prior to the regular meeting to discuss personnel
matters.
Approval of Upon motion of Coundiman Hopkins,seconded by Councilman
Minutes Beary, and unanimously approved, the minutes of June 18
were approved as submitted.
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 $19,972.73 were approved.
Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the
attention of the Council. No action was taken on any com-
munication except as noted specifically in these minutes.
League of California Upon I motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Cities, Redwood Em- Hopkins,, and unanimously approved, any Councilman and /or
pine Division city.staff desiring,to attend the July 21 quarterly meeting
of'the League of California Cities, Redwood Empire Division,
to be held in Eureka was authorized to do so.
Petaluma High School Councilman Roberts initiated a discussion concerning efforts
District Matters of the Petaluma.High School Distract in the development of
stadium facilities at-Rancho Cotate High School and improved
maintenance of the tennis courts upon which the city will
be installing lights.
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City Manager Callinan advised that there is currently a
turfed field and fencing will be installed by the school
district to accommodate use of the field for athletic events.
Discussion followed regarding city staff giving assistance
as necessary. Further discussion followed concerning the
lack of proper maintenance to date for the tennis courts,
e.g., no lines, poor surface. City Manager Callinan was
requested to discuss the latter matter with Schools Super -
intendent Les Meyer.
Pedesrian Safety At the request of Mayor Flores, City Manager Callinan read
Citation a congratulatory letter from the STate Automobile Associa-
tion for winning a Pedestrian Safety Citation award. Mayor
Flores commented that he was very pleased with the Officer
Bill program conducted through the elementary schools and
commended Officer Dennis Hays for conducting same.
Presentation of Mayor Flores presented a plaque of appreciation to former
Plaque to Former Parks and Reaeation Commissioner Hayes Hunter, commending
Parks and Recreation him for his six years of service and noted some of his
Commissioner Hayes accomplishments while serving on the Commission. Mr. HuntP7:"
Hunter responded with thanks and appreciation.
Ordinance No. 202 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 169; CHANGING THE TIME OF CERTAIN REGULAR MEETINGS OF
THE CITY COUNCIL: REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 111
City Attorney Maxwell explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, "and approved by the following roll call vote, Ordin -
ance No. 202 was adopted:
AYES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins and Flores
NOES: (2) Councilmen Roberts and Smith
Resolution No. 73 -87 A RESOLUTION DIRECTING MAKING OF AMENDED ASSESSMENT RE
CERTAIN ASSESSMENTS UNDER RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 151
(Sanitary Sewerage Project No.,1964 -1, City of Rohnert
Park Assessment No. 1.1)
City Manager Callinan explained,the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 73 -87 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No. 73 -88 A RESOLUTION DIRECTING MAKING OF AMENDED ASSESSMENT RE
CERATIN ASSESSMENTS UNDER RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO.'7
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins; and unanimously approved., the reading of Resolution
No. 73 -88 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
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Resolution No. 73-89 A RESOLUTION ORDERING REDUCTION OF CERTAIN ASSESSMENTS
(Country Club Drive Improvement Project No. 1972-9)
City Manager Callinan-explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Cound1man Smith, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
T\Tf,. 73-89 Was Waivprll urd said resoll
w -, .adore teed.
Resolution No. 73-90 A RESOLUTION DETERMINING UNPAID ASSESSMENTS AND PROVIDING
FOR ISSUANCE OF BONDS (country Club Drive Improvement Pro-
ject No. 1972-9)
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon-,!.motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution
No. 73-90 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No. 73-91 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING INSTALL-
ATION OF STOP SIGNS
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 73-91 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No. 73-92 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH ROHNERT
PARK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE REGARDING USE OF BUSINESS LICENSE
TAX MONIES
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
No. 73-92 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No. 73-93 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AND OCTAGON COMPANY CONCERNING
IMPROVEMENTS TO ROAD RIGHT OF WAY
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and approved with Councilman Beary abstaining, the
reading of Resolution No. 73-93 was waived and said resolu-
tion was adopted.
Councilman Beary stated for,the record he abstained from
voting because he is a sub-contractor on the Cristobal
Road project; subject of.the agreement approved by Resolu-
tion No. 73 -93.
Resolution No. 73-94 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PROCEDURE FOR OPERATION OF CITY
AMBULANCE, SETTING FEE SCHEDULE, AND FIXING THE COMPENSATION
C TO BE PAID FOR CITY PERSONNEL AND VOLUNTEER PERSONNEL RE�,
CALLED TO PARTICIPATE IN AMBULANCE SERVICE
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City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins., and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 73 -94 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No. 73 -95 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH PETALUMA
HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR CONSTRUCTION AND INSTALLATION OF
STADIUM IMPROVEMENTS
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 73 -95 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No. 73 -96 RESOLUTION EXCHANGING DEEDS WITH ROHNERTS (Neighborhood
Park in Country Club Estates Area)
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
No. 73 -96 was waived and. said resolution was adopted.
Project No. 1973 -7 City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council
Waste Water Treatment dated June 29 concerning Project No. 1973 -7, reported he
Plant Interim Improve -- had talked with Mr. Siskel regarding the agreement for the
ments effluent channel and had been advised the agreement was
satisfactory and would be returned just as soon as all
necessary signatures had been obtained.
Mr. Ron Schultz re
Community - Police
Relations
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the contract for Project
No. 1973 -7 was awarded to J. R. Peters, Inc. at the revised
bid of $95,145 and the Mayor authorized to execute said
contract.
City Manager Callinan advised that Mr. Ron Schultz had
called and cancelled his appearance before -the Council
Attorney Maurice City Manager Callinan advised that Mr. Fredericks had called
Fredericks re Special to request a two week delay in his appearance to discuss
Sewer Service Fees special sewer service fees being applicable to mobile homes
Being Applicable to parks.
Mobile Home Parks
City Manager Callinan briefly reviewed his memo to the
Council dated June 29 regarding the matter. A brief dis-
cussion followed,
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, se conded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the matter was continued
to the next regular meeting.
Petition from resi -- City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the
dents of Katherine Council the petition received from residents of the Katherine
Ames Apts. Ames Apartments requesting relocation of the animal shelter
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Subdivision Standards- Councilman Roberts initiated a brief discussion concerning
Fencing and Roofs the'possibility of requiring shake roofs and eliminating
fencing as city standards.
but suggested the matter be discussed during budget work
sessions with department heads present and when some cost
figures would be available. A brief discussion followed
during which staff was requested to respond to all those
who had signed the petition advising of the status of the
matter.
File No. 0254B
City Manager Call—an read a letter dated ju— 15 from
Country Club Estates,
Planning Director Skanchy reflecting Planning Commission
Sub. No. 3, Archi-
action on architectural review for Country Club Estates,
tecural Review-Plan-
Units 3 and 4, which recommended waiving the required
ning Commission Recom-
fencing in exchange for 50% shake roofs in Sub. No. 3.
mendation re Waiving
.Certain Fencing Re-
Mr. Art Condiotti was recognized and further explained his
quirements in.Con-
proposal to the Council, advising he would guarantee 50%
sideration For a
of the units would have shake roofs if the Council would
Certain Amount of
waive the fencing requirement. He explained that fencing
Shake Roofs
would beprovided around the perimeter of the subdivision are
between the homes on the front and on corner lots, thus
boxing the units in. Discussion followed.
Counclman Beary
Councilman Beary left the Council Chambers during the
Leaves
above discussion, the time being approximately 80:13
Further discussion followed with Mr. Condiotti explaining
that the homes would be sold at a sales price which would
include shake roofs with only those buyers specifically
r * equesting composition roofs or buyers not able to qualify
for financing on a home which includes a shake roof being
granted a reduction.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and approved by the following roll call vote,
staff was authorized to work out a memorandum of agreement
with Debra Homes regarding the requirements for shake roofs
and fencing in Country Club Estates, Sub. No. 3, along the
lines proposed by Mr. Condiotti:
AYES: (4) Councilmen Hopkins, Roberts, Smith and Flores
NOES: (0) None
ABSENT: (1) Councilman Beary
Councilman Beary
Councilman Beary returned to the Council Chambers at this
' Returns
P oint in the*meeting, the time being approxiamtely 8.20
.P.M.
Animal Shelter
Councilman Hopkins noted that Mr. Olaf Gross was present
and inquired if he had come concerning the possible reloca-
tion of the animal shelter. Mr. Gross replied in the affirm-
ative. Mayor Flores advised that the matter had been
'deferredto
the budget work sessions to be held Monday and
Tuesday, July 9 and 10, and invited the apartment residents
to attend same.
Subdivision Standards- Councilman Roberts initiated a brief discussion concerning
Fencing and Roofs the'possibility of requiring shake roofs and eliminating
fencing as city standards.
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Parking Standards- City Manager Callinan advised that the Planning Commission
Amendment to Zoning had re- affirmed its position regarding the amendment to
Ordinance, File No. the Zoning Ordinance for parking standards and that the
0297 matter would be set for public hearing before the Council_,
Parking of Recrea- Councilman Hopkins reported that-the residents who had
tiona.l Vehicles recently initiated consideration of requirements for park -
ing recreational vehicles had advised him that their neigh -
bor had sold his travel trailer and bought a camper so the
question was moot with them.
Bicycle Safety Councilman Hopkins relayed circumstances of a recent bicycle
accident, advised he continues to see bike riders in Rohnert
Park riding without lights or reflectors at night, running
stop signs, and generally not observing safety rules, and
recommended that the Council take a strong stand on bicycle
enforcement. Discussion followed during which staff ad-
vised that a check would be made with the Public Safety
Department on bicycle citations and current activities of
the :Bicycle Court and report back to the Council.
Ad Hoc Committee on Councilman Beary advised that the Ad Hoc Committee for
Open Space Acquisition of Open Space had met and would be meeting
each Saturday morning from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. in the City
Offices.
Building; Activity Councilman Beary noted that the monthly building activity
Report report did not reflect any single family building permits
being issued during June. A brief discussion followed.
P.A. System Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion regarding the
public address system in the Council Chambers and requested
that quotes be obtained to improve same before the budget
sessions.
Budget Matters Councilman Smith requested staff to prepare a five year
history, including 1973 -74, showing the population figures
for the beginning of each fiscal year and the number of
employees in each department at the end of each fiscal year
for Council information in considering the budget.
Legislative Review Councilman Smith reviewed AB996 (consolidation of elections)
SB1316, (B.C.D.C., cease and desist orders); AB24 (Bay Area
regional agencies); SB629 (joint powers financing); and
AB 1771 (municipal tax authorization).
Councilman Hopkins made a motion that the Council go on,
record as supporting AB996. A brief discussion followed
and the motion was withdrawn.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, -the Council went on record
in opposition to SB 1316 since it would tend to take away
local control.
Group 5 Realty Letter Mayor Flores read his response to Group 5 Realty concerning
Concerning Faraudo the Faraudo property for open space.
property for Open
Space Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
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Hopkins, and tranimously approved, the Mayor was authorized
to send the letter as read.
Industry and Business Mayor Flores advised that July 19th had been designated as
Appreciation Days Industrial Appreciation Day and a luncheon would be held
at the Carriage House. He also advised that July 26th had
been designated t as Business Appreciaton Day with a lunch-
eon to be held at the Carriage House.
July 4th Activities City Manager Callinan advised that the Recreation Department
was sponsoring some activities on July 4th at Alicia Park
including a baseball game between city officials who had
been challenged by the managers of the American League,
Boys Baseball, to be played at noon with a picnic lunch to
follow.
Crosswalk on South- City Manager Callinan reported that Engineer Hudis and he
west Blvd. at No Name had studied the situation of the crosswalk on Southwest
Street Blvd. at No Name Street and would be consulting with the
City of Santa Rosa Traffic Engineer for alternative marking
of the crosswalk.
Mayor Flores requested staff to write to Mrs. Azevedo ad-
vising that a solution was being sought.
1.973-74 Proposed City Manager Callinan presented the 1973-74 Proposed Budget
Budget to the Council-, commenting that it represented a good effort
on the part of all city staff members not to request items
that are not warranted.
Mayor Flores advised that budget hearings would be held
July 9 and 10 from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned
at 8:55 p.m. to Monday, July,9 at 7:00 p.m.
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APPROVED:
Mayor
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That the %% salary incentive presently provided
or attendance at e' d 1.1:1 meetings be eliminated.
3� Vacation:
A
That the foi.l_ow:1ng vacation schedule be implemented:
Year of Service Monthly Annual.
(inclusive) Vacation Rate Vacation Days
up to 2 years 5/6 day 10
12
3 to 5 years 1 day
IQ days 15
6 to 10 years
18
10 to 15 years 10 days
20
Over 15 years 1-2/3 days
B.
vacation may be accumulated to a maximum of 25 daysq
provided that each employee 1s req uired to take a
minimum of 5 days vacation annually
Employees jdes must. work a `ma.nl.mum of 6 months before
vacation earned will be credited to said employee.
D
Seasonal or temporary employees shall not accrue
vacation benef � is m
4. Health I- suranc.e m
• A.
That the following changes be made to the City's
health insurance program at no cost to employees:
1. Elimination of the $50 ®00 deduc tible provision.
2. :increase of the relative value schedule by 501.
5. :increase of the hospital morn and board feature
to $70.00 per day.
4. Increase of the supplementary accident coverage
to $400.00.
or,c� �� mu
isabil t wLnsraranceu
A.
That the City prov:ldeq at no cost to employees, a
long term -disability income protection Insurance
plan having the following features:
MEMORANDUM OF
Pursuant to Government
County organization of
Manager of the City of
hereby submit their jo
for 1973-74 salary and
city employees.
1. Holidaysz
Code Section 3500 et. seq., the Sonoma
Public Employees (SCOPE) and the City
Rohnert Park have met and conferred and
int recommendations to the City Council
benefit adjustments for Rohnert Park
A. That, on each occasion that the Governor of the
State of California declares a day of mourning
or special observance as a holiday for state
employees, the day will automatically be observed
as a holiday for Rohnert Park employees.
2. overtime:
A.
That compensation for overtime be either in cash
or compensating time off at time and one•half the
the employees regular hourly rate.
B.
That a maximum of 16 hours compensatory time off
may be accrued. All amounts in excess of 16 hours
will be paid in the form of cash compensation
unless otherwise mutually agreed to by the employee
and the representative of the City.
C.
That, in the event of an act of God or other similar
major catastropheq as so declared by the City
Council, overtime accrued therefrom will be in the
Norm of compensatory time off.
D.
That overtime for off-duty employees required to
attend fire-drill meetings be as follows:
1. Monday Drill - compensation at the employees
regular straight time rate, on an hour-for-
hour basis.
2. Wednesday Drill - .compensation at time and one-
half the employees straight time rate, on an
hour-for-hour basis.
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