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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977/04/25 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES April 25, 1977 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 7:10 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard,, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Beary presiding. Call to Order Mayor Beary called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7:10 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Present: (5) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Hopkins, Roberts and Beary Absent: (0) None Staff present for all.or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, Planning Director Skanchy, and Parks and Recreation.Director Pekkain. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Eck and unanimously, approved, the minutes of April 11th were approved as submitted.. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Eck,,seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and.unanimously approved, the.bills presented per the attach- ed list in the amount of $184,861.11 were approved. Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the Council. No action was taken on any communications except as noted specifically in these minutes. Irrigation Using At the Councilman Eck's request, City Manager Callinan Treated - Wastewater commented on Item No. 14 of the communications outline, being; a letter received from the Regional Water Quality Control Board concerning using private lands for irrigation with treated wastewater effluent. Homeowner's Complaint Upon inquiry of Councilman Flores, City Manager Callinan informed that Mr. and.Mrs. Alan R. Appleton's "homeowner's complaint" had been referred -to the Building Inspection Department for disposition. Legislative 'Conference, Councilman Hopkins .initiated a discussion concerning desig n at- Sacramento' ing a voting delegate from the City of Rohnert Park to attend the League of California Cities Legislative Conference in Sacramento, May 16 -18. Discussion followed Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman :"2' ,Flores,, and.unanimously approved, the Council authorized any Councilman desiring to attend the Legislative Conference in Sacramento (May 16 -18) to so do and appointed the Mayor and Vice -Mayor respectively to be the City's designated voting representatives. Page 2 April 25, 1977 Supervisorial District City Manager Callinan requested comments from the Council Boundaries' concerning the letter received from T"nmc+ P­Ti; -F -1-'k Certificates of Appreciation Sunshine Bub Drivers Teen Center City-Mctinagei, Callinan responded that the matter would be • brought to the attention of the Public Works Department for follow-up and that wheel chair ramps would be provided. Mayor Beary presented Certificates of Appreciation to each of the following "Sunshine"-senior citizen mini-bus drivers: Francis Boles', Bob Burnham, Richard Head and Max Licthman. Sue:Boling, Recreation Coordinator, was recognized and explained utilization of volunteers for the bus service. Gary..F6rni was re'6oghiz'ed and informed that the Youth Ad- visoi,y Commiss ion reco'mmended'tha't the City Council retain an Ar6hitec.t to design a,teen center proposed to be located behind Benecia Pool. S-upervisorial Re-districting Committee relative to supervi- sorial district boundaries. Discussion followed upon the conclusion:of which it was agreed that the Mayor should request an appearance before the committee to express the Council's views in the hopes:of getting the entire city in one supervisorial district. Adding No n"Agendaed Councilman Flores requested that time be allotted under Items Matters from Councilmen to comment on the remaining Paradise nursery stock. Mayor Beary requested that time be allotted under Matters from Councilmen to ccmment on a golf course marshal. Robert DeWan Mr. Robert DeWan, 7517 Beverly Drive, was recognized and quired if the Council was aware of the proposed program for screening and hiring the new unified school district g - superintende"nt by the use of consultants at a high cost which he felt inappropriate. Mr. DeWah was informed that the'matter was under the unified school board's jurisdictiorf'and that it was meeting at the Rancho Cotate High School later in the evening. Mr. DeWan also generally commented on the revenues derived from the existing municipal golf course, noting that 70 per cent of its players were from out of town and expressed , -P^- 4.'k- bsed �A&- Propw %A new Traffic Lights Mr. Court Williamson, 909 Joanne Court, was recognized Country Club Drive and informed that the traffic lights at Rohnert Park Express- R.P. Ex 'pressway .way and Country Club Drive wdre installed in the middle, `of the sidewalk making it 'impassible for S`Om66he in wheel- chaJr to maneuver around. He inquilred ` a wheelchair L _L U L.L 11 L Ll _L ramp would be installed as was-done on Commerce Blvd. and Enterprise Drive. Certificates of Appreciation Sunshine Bub Drivers Teen Center City-Mctinagei, Callinan responded that the matter would be • brought to the attention of the Public Works Department for follow-up and that wheel chair ramps would be provided. Mayor Beary presented Certificates of Appreciation to each of the following "Sunshine"-senior citizen mini-bus drivers: Francis Boles', Bob Burnham, Richard Head and Max Licthman. Sue:Boling, Recreation Coordinator, was recognized and explained utilization of volunteers for the bus service. Gary..F6rni was re'6oghiz'ed and informed that the Youth Ad- visoi,y Commiss ion reco'mmended'tha't the City Council retain an Ar6hitec.t to design a,teen center proposed to be located behind Benecia Pool. Page 3 April 25, 1977 Discussion followed, during which Mayor Beary explained that Mr., Hugh Codding had offered the services . of his staff in designing the teen center. At the request of`Mayor and. Recreation Pekkain commented Beary, Director of Parks on the need for a teen center, provision for current programs; and generally described facilities that could be included in the proposed center. Discussion followed concerning the possible need to go to bid because of the cost involved and alternative means of financing. The Council indicated that the matter should be placed on its May 9th meeting agenda. C O N S E N T C A L E N D A R City Callinan referred the Council to his memo ,Manager to the Council, dated.April.22, 1977, for explanation of all the matters on the Consent Calendar. Resolution _No. 77 -73. RESOLUTION RESPONDING TO ORDER OF REGIONAL WATER QUALITY OF A DAM 'CONTROL BOARD AND AUTHORIZING THE CONSTRUCTION 'IN TIIE LAGUNA DE SANTA. ROSA Resolution No. 77 -74 RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PROBATIONARY PERIOD FOR NEW EMPLOYEES (Public Safety Officers) Resolution -No. 77 -75 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK 197.6 STATE GRANT MONEYS (Con - APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR struction of Benecia Park Parking Lot) Resolution No. 77 -76, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY.COUNCIL. OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK LANDS OF QANTAS DEVELOP - APPLICATION OF CREDIT AUTHORIZING TO FOR COPELAND CREEK DRAINAGE PLAN IMPROVE- MENT CORPORATION MENTS Resolution No. 77 -77. RESOLUTIOid.OF TIIE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK PROGRAM TO AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF DEFERRED COMPENSATION GREAT WESTERN SAVINGS. AND LOAN ASSOCIATION Resolution No. 77-73 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING REMOVAL OF STOP SIGNS Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins,.:and unanimously approved, reading of Resolutions Nos. 77 -73 through 77-77, as listed on the Consent Calendar and said resolu- section of the meeting's agenda, was waived tions were adopted. .A Ordinance No. 328 AN ORDINANCE OfTHE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING SECTION PARK MUNICIPAL CODE 15.36.020 of CHAPTER 15 OF THE ROHNERT (Adequate Fencing Defined) City Manager Callihan requested that adoption of Ordinance No. 328 be withheld pending presentation of the latest Uniform Building Codes, which would include a uniform swimm- ing pool code, to the Council. File No. 0228 - M :f`.. M Ti ra Freestanding Sign File No. 0532 - Robert E. Pixton, Use Permit and Architectural Review Page 4 April 25, 1977 City Manager Callinan. reviewed his April 22nd memo to the Council: concerning r; Tire's application for architectural review of a detached..illuminated sign. Planning Director Skanchy reviewed his March 7th planning staff report, .Planning Commission's approval of the sign subject to conditions`, and a rendering of the proposed sign which was displayed. Mr. Skanchy informed that the applicant had agreed to installation of additional landscap- ing as described in Doug Anderson's letter dated April 11, 1977. Discvs.,ion followed. Mr. Richard Wells, G t. Sign Company, was recognized and informed that he represented the applicant because he, the applicant, was unable to 'attend the meeting, Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, M & M Tire's application for architectural review of a detached illuminated sign was approved subject to .conditions contained in the March 7th planning staff report, and further issuance of a building Permit for said sign being contingent upon installation of the landscaping being .completed. City Manager Callinan reviewed his April 22nd memo to the Council concerning Robert E. Pixton's appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of a use permit and architectural review for manufacturing and assembly of aluminum truck .bodies located at the southeast corner of Executive Avenue and Transport Avenue. Planning Director Skanchy reviewed his April 14th planning staff, report and described the proposed structure as depicted in a rendering which was displayed and reported on the Planning Commission's denial Discussioi' followed concerning requirements for landscaping along the rear property line abutting the Northwestern Pacific Railroad tracks. Mr. John Kitchens, 5764 Dexter. Circle, was recognized and quiered Planning Director Skanchy as to the type of indust r.al use the' - applicant was proposing, noise factor in rela- 4.i. sh . ip o L,iC site, Liu-u.rs of production, etc. Planning Director Skanchy responded to each of the individual questions Mr. Stephen Piazzo,'Superior Aluminum Body Corporation, was recognized and described his operation in South San Francisco explaining that production would only be 8 -9 hours per day, noise levels would not be audible to adjacent uses, noting that not one complaint had been received within the 15 years at its present location. Discussion followed between Mr. Piazzo and Council members. Page 5 April 25, 1977 Mr. Kitchens, 5764 Dexter Circle, was again recognized and commented that what .would be acceptable in South San Francisco might not necessarily be acceptable in Rohnert Park and opined that the proposed type of use would be down- grading to the community. Mr. Jim Redding, 714.7 Barbi Lane, was recognized and expressed his opposition to the proposed development and generally commented on the.structure's lack of aesthetics as proposed, felt that the use couldn't be adequately screened, compared the proposed usr, to other uses on Transport Blvd., cited the the area was zoned for light industrial uses and was in close proximity to commercial uses, also that it was directly opposite to a residential area and commented on the assessed valuation of a metal structure as opposed to that of a concrete tilt -up type. Mr. Robert Pixton, applicant, was recognized and expressed his opinion that the proposed structure would be just as aesthetically pleasing as,a concrete tilt -up type. He showed Council members pictures of various metal structures and requested that the Council approve the proposed use. Mr. Sabuco, 5750 Dexter Circle, was recognized and explained that he didn't object to the proposed use but was concerned about the no the proposed:us.e would generate. Mr. Sabuco informed that he had.taken a poll of residents on Dexter Circle and the majority were opposed to the proposed use. He expressed that residents backing up to the two fairways. should have an active role in the development adjacent to the Northwestern Pacific.Railroad tracks and informed that "Cal Wood Door.was a source of much noise. Discussion followed during which it was agreed that residents adjacent'to the industrial area should in the future be notified of proposed developments . Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman -Eck, and approved by the following roll call vote, the City Council upheld. the ;decision of the Planning Commission in denying the use permit application and architectural review of Robert Pixton for manufacturing and assemblying aluminum truck bodies at Executive Avenue and Transport Avenue. AYES: (4) Councilmen Eck; Flores, Roberts and Beary NOES: (1) Councilman Hopkins Parcel Map No, 36 City Manager Cal.linan,explained Parcel Map No. 36, which was displayed,-and affects the area located on the east side of Commerce .Boulevard,- , south 'of Avram Avenue. Planning Director Skanchy commented on same, showing the landscaped partition in the driveway that the Planning Commission recommended be.el.iminated. Discussion followed. Page 6 April 25, 1977 Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Parcel,Map No. 36 was approved subject to striking the removal of the landscaping medium but subject to other cond Lions, approved by the Planning Commission; Parcel Map'Mop 37. City Manager Callinan explained Parcel Map No® 37, which was displayed, and.affects: the proposed site of the Northbay Shopping Center located on the west side of Commerce Boule- vard, south of Rohnert Park:Expressway. Upon motion of Councilman Lack, seconded by Councilman Flores and unanimously approved, Parcel Map No® 37 was approved subject to conditions, as approved by the Planning Commission. Parcel Map No,. 38'.. City Manager Callinan explained Parcel Map No® 38, which was displayed,,and affects the area located north of Rohnert Park Expressway, east of Rancho Verde Mobile Home Park, and,the proposed site of the P.G. & E. distribution warehouse. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Parcel Map No. 38 was approved subject to conditions as approved by the Planning Commission. Recess Mayor4`Beary declared a recess at -this point in the meeting, the time being approximately 81,30 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Beary reconvened the meeting at approximately 8:35 P.m. File File No. 020.5 - City Manager Callinan;,reviewed his April 22nd memo to the Mountain Shadows/ Council concerning the proposed new golf course and Mountain Coleman Valley Sub- , Shadows /Coleman Valley Subdivisions development. He informed divisions &'New that letters had been received from Debra Homes, Inc, and Golf Course Crocker Homes, Inc,.date April 22, 1977, and Gary Baird, dated,April 25, 1977, and that copies of the April 22nd letter making additional commitments to the City with respect to the proposed development had been disseminated to interest - ed individuals, press correspondents, as well as Council members. Mr. Callinan reviewed each of the subject letters informing that, at the ,,request of a resident, Debra Homes had provided a letter indicating .that a similar proposal would not be made avaiiable;,to other cities in Sonoma County. (Copies of each letter are attached to the original set of these minutes). City Attorney Flitner commented on the additional commitments outlined in the April 22nd letter from Crocker Homes and Debra Homes, Inc. with respect to the zoning, and tentative "map approval for the subject subdivisions and advised that - -the additional commitment as submitted was legal, valid and binding. Councilman Flores made a motion, which was seconded by Councilman ;Eck, to accept the April 22nd letter of commit- ments from',Debra'Homes, Inc, and Crocker Homes, .Inc. and -that it be m.ade,.a. condition `of the tentative .map. Discus - sion followed. Page 7 April 25, 1977 Councilman Eck made a motion to amend Councilman Flores' motion to state that:the, capital Outlay Fund Fees generated in the area of subject' subdivisions would not be used for the golf course. Councilman Flores accepted the motion as a friendly amendment. Councilman Eck made a motion to amend Councilman Flores' motion to provide.that item No. 3 of the April 22nd letter concerning the use of the driving range as open space or park will commit said area for development of a park. City Manager Callinan briefly commented on the possibility of acquiring land outside the northern city limits for par]-, and open space. Councilman Flores accepted Councilman Eck's motion as a friendly amendment. Councilman Flores' original motion to accept the April 22nd letter from-Debra Homes, Inc. and Crocker Homes, Inc. making additional commitments, with Councilman Eck's amendments to the motion, was approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: (5)„Councilmen Eck, Flores, iiopkins, Roberts and B eary NOES: (0) None Mayor Beary requested a show of hands of those persons .in the audience desiring to speak.. After surveying the show of hands he requested that each speaker limit his presentation to:2 -3 minutes.,_ Mr. Jack Titus, 6081 Elsa Avenue, was recognized and express - ed appreciation for cooperation..received from City Manager . Callinan and staff in this matter and questioned if Mayor Beary should relinquish chairing of the meeting. Mayor Beary- indicated, that he had discussed the matter with City Attorney Flitner, and that he would preside over the ,meeting. Pair. Titus read a prepared statement (a copy of which is attached to the original set of these minutes and by refer - ence thereto made a part hereof). Mr. Titus indicated that he would not submit ,his ; petitions requesting repeal or referendum. on Ordinance No. 3.27. Mr. John E. Taylor, 8345 Liberty Avenue, was recognized and read a prepared statement (a. copy of which is attached to the original set of these minutes and by reference thereto made a part hereof). Mr. Kent ;Nelsen, 7312 Belita Avenue, was recognized and read a prepared, statement (a copy of which is attached to the original 'set. of these minutes and by reference thereto made a part hereof). Mr. Nelsen indicated that he would submit his petitions as he felt obligated to those who had signed. Page 8 April 25, 1977 Mr, Raymond Schultz_ 6080 Elsa. Avenue, was recognized and read'a prepared statement (a copy of which is attached to the original set of these minutes and by reference thereto made a part hereof). Mr ,Schultz indicated that he would also submit his petitions,as he felt it was his obligation to...so. do. Mrs.;, Ann Schultz- ,,608T Elsa `Avenue.'9,was recognized and read a,prepared statement (a.copy of which is attached to the original set of these minutes and by reference thereto made.a part her(-of). Mrs. Schultz indicated that she would submit her petitions on behalf of those who signed them. Mr. Peter Moras, 18 Ann Street, was recognized, and thanked individuals in the audience who took time out to attend the meeting; referred to the aerial photographs of Rohnert Park which are displayed in the Council Chambers pointing out open spaces and other characteristics of the area, commented on "urbanized areas and community services and requested that the proposed development be postponed indefin- itely and expressed that he would support any referendum measure. „ Mrs. Elaine Trowbridge, 6039 Elsa Avenue, was recognized and read a'prepared statement (a copy of which is attached to the original set.of these minutes and by reference thereto made a part hereof). Mrs. Helen Lawrence, 942 Ellen Street, was recognized and reard a nTanareri'c +� +amn.+ _ +. Aw a - —°^ r+ - ,r++ . • + vu �.late as a �.vpy vt W 1a.6Vtt 1s a 6 l.Ca4 heu to the original set of these minutes and by reference thereto made a part hereof). Pips. Kitty Collins, 828 Lilac Way, was recognized and express- ed that -she was satisfied that most of the major concerns ha r4d beeen resol 7 + t as + '.._-- v2�a upon' recc2p �, of ���e additional commitments rude -,by the developers, and commented on public reaction to circulation of the petition and the Council in general. Pars. Mary Stewart, 578 Lorraine Court, was recognized and commented on the additional commitments made by the develop - ers, public reaction to a second golf course in Rohnert P�-nk_ and expressed +ham+ she ., -G,,P+ ..2,..a -b.,., not. - ••�•L•.. •.. ... +..,. ., she �. ."�iirc YJ aac t.iacl' vi' 11V L she should now submit her petitions. Mr. John,Lund, 176 Adele Avenue, was recognized and commented on the publicys reaction to the Councils manner in which the residential and golf course development was approved, questioned if adequate citizen input had been obtained initially, commented on the possibility of a referendum measure and reversion of the:designated land use for subject area to prior.zoning and density, legal recourse of the property owner, and requested those individuals possessing petitions consider the fact that the possibility of a refer- endum,had rpsulted in additional commitments and concessions On the part,.. of the developer; Page 9 April 25, 1977 Mr. Dewayne Strawther'750.7 Boris Court, was recognized and, 'noting that `he had lived in the area for 17 years, informed he was in favor of the first municipal golf course. He expressed appreciation on behalf of other residents in the City who felt the Council was doing a good job. Mrs. Fredericks, 242 'Alden .Avenue, was recognized and opined many residents of Rohnert'Park would probably have liked the opportunity to vote on having a second golf course, and asked if wasn't the citizenry capable of determining its own destiny? Mrs. Fredericks also questioned if the City was understaffed in the Planning Department and if ' the Planning Commission could adequately determine zoning; of•the "area. Mr., Schultz, was 'recognized ' commented that even Friday., nd Saturday he continued to obtain,signatures and expressed: -.. his concern that moneys generated from the development not be used in other areas of the City. Mrs.. Stewart was recognized and explained that she was polling each individual who had signed her petition and at this time it seemed evenly divided as to whether or' not she should submit her petition for referendum. General discussion followed concerning designated use of the Rohnert and Spivock property, legal recourse of the property owner, additional commitments offered by Debra. Home's, Inc. and 'Crocker Homes,;, Inc. . Mayor Beary expressed appreciation for those appearing at the Council meeting.` Mr. Court Villiamson, 909 Joanne Court, was recognized and generally commented-on growth in relationship to the overcrowded conditions in 'schools and appropriating moneys for development of a second golf course. He reflected that more citizen input should have been acquired. Recess Mayor'Beary declared a recess at this point in the meeting, the time being approximately 10:00 p.m. .Reconvene.; Mayor Beary,,reconvened the meeting at approximately 10:10 being p.m. with all councilmen, exceptCouncilman Roberts, present: File No. 0244 - Planning Director Skanchy reminded that the Council, at Palmer -Gross Develop- its last meeting, had requested that Palmer Gross Development ment Corp,- Country Corp. make repairs to the common'`driveway' which - provides ' units that front on Joanne Club Garden Estates access to` the rear garages of Court Councilman Flores informed that he had received a committment from Palmer -Gross Development that the repairs would be completed within 60 days and indicated that he would like to meet with City Manager Callinan to determine those areas than should be repaved, Page 10 April 25, 1977 Interchange Develop- Mayor Beary commented on the.City's presentation before meet .: the California Highway;, Commission in Fresno concerning development of the southbound off -ramp loop and informed that another commission meeting was scheduled in Oakland and that the..City.off�icials should also attend it to address the Commission once again. Mr. Court Williamson, 909 Joanne Court, was recognized and requested that he.be advised when the meeting would take place between he developer, start and the Residential Development Committee: ,Dis:cussion followed during which it was determined that the 60,day time limit for making the subject repairs would commence May lst. Mr. Peter Bailey inquired as to what area was being discussed and was informed of the location of Joanne Court. Commuter Parlein, City. Manager Callinan informed that copies of his April Berean Baptist 21st letter constituting an agreement between the City Church and Berean Baptist Church for the use of the church's parking lot had not been,signed.and /or returned, therefore, further consideration would be deferred.. Employees Siandbook City Manager Callinan reviewed his April 22nd memo to the Council concerning the Employees Handbook which had been distributed to employees. The.Council members had no comment on the handbook, thus City Manager Callinan indicated it would be deemed as having Council approval. Public,W9rks City Manager C�4,4inan,reviewed his April 22nd memo to the Mechanic Council concerning recruitment of a mechanic for the Public Works Department for the 1977 -78 fiscal year. Discussion - followed during which the Council requested that staff prepare.a cost:.analysis for same. TrlaterS.ituation Update City,Manager Callinan reviewed his April 22nd memo to the Council concerning progress on Wells 14, 15 , 16 and water _ .. usage. Community Separator City Manager Callinan reviewed his April 22nd memo to the Study Council concerning the possibility of undertaking a "commu- nity separator" study -,for the area north of Rohnert Park city,limits.with the City of Santa Rosa and County of Sonoma. Discussion followed. The Council requested City Manager Callinan to determine what "the proposed study would encompass prior to committing expenditure of.funds for same and authorized the Mayor, to appear before the County Board of Supervisors to discuss the matter directly with the Board. v_d WCX -LA. LLI0LC1.Liat.LUII City rianagei, Callinan advised that the Public Worts Departmert at rrJPRR had completed the installation of the sidewalk on Southwest Blvd. at the Northwestern Pacific Railroad tracks as previous- ly requested by the Council -. Councilman Roberts .,Councilman Roberts returned,.to the Council Chambers at Returns thispoint in the meeting,.the time being.approximately 10:30 p.m. Interchange Develop- Mayor Beary commented on the.City's presentation before meet .: the California Highway;, Commission in Fresno concerning development of the southbound off -ramp loop and informed that another commission meeting was scheduled in Oakland and that the..City.off�icials should also attend it to address the Commission once again. City Attorney Flitner responded that he would look into the matter. Golf Course Operations- .Councilmen Roberts initiated a discussion concerning golf course operations costs and inquired if the golf professional is contract was up for negotiation. City Manager Callinan responded that it was not. Nursery Stock Councilman Flores questioned if some.of the Paradise nursery stock could be used in landscaping Eagle or Dorotea Parks. City Manager Callinan informed that he had discussed the matter with the landscape architects and that it was generally felt that the nursery stock would not be compatible with the landscape plan for subject parks. He also informed that the stock still in Paradise had been infested by a bark beattle and that further shipments are being held up until infestation is under control. Discussion followed. Social Security Upon questioning of Councilman Hopkins, City Manager Callinan commented on the proceedings for the City withdrawing from the Social Security program. Page 11 April 25, 1977 Energy Conservation - Mayor Beary initiated a discussion concerning preparation Program of a energy conservation program for the City. Discussion followed with Mr. Ralph Fitch, P.G. & E. participating. Upon motion of Mayor Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Council directed staff to prepare-an energy conservation - program for the city. Miss Sonoma County Councilman Roberts made a motion, seconded by Councilman Pageant Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to commend the three young ladies frc-,m Rohnert.Park who participated in the _ Miss Sonoma County Pageant, namely Brenda Madison, Lisa Roberts and Rebecca Hutten. Wells Councilman Roberts initiated a discussion concerning a recent newspaper article in the Rohnert Park- Cotati Clarion which depicted a resident trying to obtain a permit from the City to drill a well. City Manager Callinan assured Councilman Roberts that the article was fiction and an attempt at humor by the newspaper. Council Packets Councilman Roberts initiated a discussion concerning late., receipt of :his Council packet. City Manager Callinan indicated he would look into the matter. Memos to the,Council Councilman Roberts quired City Attorney Flitner whether or not City Manager Callinan's memo to the Council was considered public record iii' relationship to its being rele4s- ed to individuals and press correspondents prior to the Council's meeting. °' City Attorney Flitner responded that he would look into the matter. Golf Course Operations- .Councilmen Roberts initiated a discussion concerning golf course operations costs and inquired if the golf professional is contract was up for negotiation. City Manager Callinan responded that it was not. Nursery Stock Councilman Flores questioned if some.of the Paradise nursery stock could be used in landscaping Eagle or Dorotea Parks. City Manager Callinan informed that he had discussed the matter with the landscape architects and that it was generally felt that the nursery stock would not be compatible with the landscape plan for subject parks. He also informed that the stock still in Paradise had been infested by a bark beattle and that further shipments are being held up until infestation is under control. Discussion followed. Social Security Upon questioning of Councilman Hopkins, City Manager Callinan commented on the proceedings for the City withdrawing from the Social Security program. Golf :Course Marshall Page 12 April 25, 1977 Mayor Beary initiated a discussion concerning the need for a golf course marshal) to speed play,on weekends and other busy days. Discussion followed. City Manager Callinan indicated that and s everal.other items could be discussed 'with the Council's Golf Course Committee. Stop Sign m_..Bernice and Mayor Beary, noting that he was'.approached by a neighbor, Beverly Drives recommended that a stop sign be installed northbound on. Beverly Drive and Bernice Drive. Traffie Signals - At Councilman Flores request, City Manager Callinan explained Country Club Drive that the contractor who installed the traffic lights at and R ®P...Expressway Rohnert Park Expressway anc). Country Club Drive was having difficulty in getting the controller certified by the State, but as soon as that requirement was fulfilled the lights mould be - energized. Animal Control.O.fficer Councilman Flores c6"iimented'Officer Swankie who directs traffic in.the morning at the intersection of Country Club Drive and. Rohnert Park Expressway, Lilac Way Tot Lot Mrs. .Kitty-Collins, 828 Lilac Way, was recognized and and Council's AGenda commented on.the trees being installed in the Lilac Way tot lot, informed that the neighborhood children'were washing water by playing in the fountain, and commented on the Council agenda format -and difficulty in understanding same. Adjournment There being no business, Mayor Beary adjourned the .further meeting at approximately 11 :00p,m Deputy City Clerk _= CROCKER HOMES, INC. LICENSE NO. 299432 6375 CLARK AVE. P.O. BOX 2516 DUBLIN, CALIFORNIA 94566 (415) 828 -9100 A FOREMOST•McKESSON COMPANY To the Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council City Hall Rohner t Park, CA 94928 r FPYI N Corievo� W 0a. Counc ww � o Cop y >so Copy to 3W, April 22, 1977 RE: Mountain Shadows /Coleman Valley Subdivisions Gentlemen: The purpose of this letter is to make an additional commitment to the City of Rohnert Park for the following with respect to the zoning and tentative map approval for subject subdivisions: 1. That Crocker Homes, Inc. and Debra Homes, Inc., in addition to providing the $1,597,130 up front fees as provided for in the Planning Staff Report for the tentative map for our project, hereby agree to pay at the time building permits are obtained the City's current Ca it a1 Outlay Fund Fees which includes the previously committed $35 per unit for the high school Stadium. This wort result in the City receiving another approximately three - fourths of a million dollars for which the City will have total discretion as to its use. 2. That Crocker Homes, Inc. and Debra Homes, Inc. agree to eliminate completely the four lots that were proposed to be on Hudis Street adjacent to the neighborhood park and which neighborhood park is being dedicated to the City at no cost to the City. In addition, the street abutting the park will be improved at the developers expense as previously agreed. 3. That Crocker Homes, Inc. and Debra Homes, Inc. both acknowledge that insofar as our firms are concerned the City can use the driving range in the proposed golf course as a park or whatever open space type use the City determines is appropriate. commitments, Debra Homes, Inc. and Crocker After making the above Homes, Inc. will in fact be providing to the City the golf course land and funds for its improvements with no capital outlay from the City. In return for these additional substantial commitments, our firms expect to be allowed to bring to realization this entire fine development unimpeded with the understanding, of course, that our firms will fully comply leyrtheoPlanningtCommission restraints imposed upon t development b anJ City Council. Honorable Mayor and Members of The City Council April 22, 1977 Page 2 As you know, we previously agreed and still do agree to pay the City's imposed School Impact Fee of $500 per single family unit and $200 per apartment unit, even though we are aware of the Legisla- tive Counsel's opinion that the fee cannot be legally imposed. However, as responsible building firms we want to cooperate with the City in this important matter. As you already know, our firms have previously agreed to the City imposed condition regarding the stag- ing of the construction of our development so as to mitigate its impact on the school situation. The additional commitments that we are making in this letter is done so on the condition that there is no referendum on the proposed zoning because as we previously indicated, any delay at this point in the project will in effect kill it and not make it feasible insofar as Crocker Homes, Inc. and Debra Homes, Inc, are concerned. As our good faith evidence that this letter is a binding commitment to the City, we hereby empower the City to incorporate same into the subdivision agreements that are entered into with the City at the time final maps for the subdivisionsare filed. This should be iron -clad insurance to the City and public that our two firms intend to meet all our commitments. Very truly yours, CROCKER HOMES, INC. DEBRA HOMES, INC. GARY ROGER BAIRD, INC. Golf Course Design and Construction Planning April 25, 1977 Mr. Peter M. Callinan City Manager City of Rohnert Park 6750 Commerce Boulevard Rohnert Park, California 94928 Dear Mr. Callinan: RSA Nlef I wish to respond to the concerns of some of the people over the pro- posed golf course at Rohnert Park. I feel we should acknowledge these concerns by providing information to them from people of known expertise in these areas, so that we can hopefully, alleviate any further ques- tions or problem situations. From a design standpoint, I feel we have met our initial objective most successfully. The golf course is of championship quality, but also has been designed in a very functional and efficient golfing pat- tern which compliments and enhances the contiguous development. It has the built in flexibility to host championship play, as well as ac- comodate heavy daily play, all while insuring the popularity and overall success of the project. Some of the residents are concerned at the possibility of a substantial decrease in play at the existing course once the new facility is built. Aside from my own experience, I have had several conversations with numerous golfing authorities who have had considerable experience in this type of situation. Representatives from the National Golf Founda- tion, as well as your own pro shop personnel at Rohnert Park Golf Course, probably those most familiar with your operation, all feel that the pro- posed facility would have a diminished effect on the overall rate of play, especially over a period of time. Presently, 60 -70% of the play at the existing course comes from the San Francisco, Novato, and Petaluma areas. The golf courses in those areas are either saturated with play, are in poor condition, or are just poor golf courses. With these conditions prevalent, and the real need for a golf course of championship caliber, there will be even a greater draw of people to use your facility. Your pro shop personnel feel that the nearby residents will once again return to play at Rohnert Park, because as mentioned previously, the new facility will accomodate the needs of a greater range of golfers and varying abilities, and the 256 Andsbury Avenue Mountain View, California 94043 (415) 967 -1243 Page Two... Mr. Peter M. Callinan April 25, 1977 type of play they desire to enjoy. These two golf courses are completely different in strategy, style, and character. For those reasons alone, there will always be those people who will continue to play the existing course because it com- pliments their type of game. Also, there will be those who will pre- fer to play one course or the other, as well as those golfers who will only choose to play the new facility. Alameda Golf Course, Alameda, is a similar situation. They have 36 holes of golf on two completely different types of facilities, yet still manage to accomodate 160,000 golfers annually. With the influx of people moving from the bay area, and the above golfing criteria, I think it's very possible that in 3 -5 years the total rounds for both courses at Rohnert Park could easily exceed 130,000 - 140,000 rounds annually. With an average green fee of $5 per round (which is minimal in some areas), and an average annual maintenance cost of $150,000, there would be an excess of revenue to the city of approximately $400,000. I trust this information is useful in resolving some of the concerns of the residents, which is understandable. I look forward to a most exciting and successful project. I can assure you that the golf course will be something, that in the years to come, will make the residents of Rohnert Park, very proud to be associated with. Sincerely, GARY ER BAIRD, INC. Gary Roger Baird, President GRB /J cc: Crocker Homes, Inc. April 25, 1977....... iI Yr. Mayor, members of the Rohnert Park City Counc .,.. During the last couple of weeks, as you know, a body of citizens numbering some 25, have worked their tails off to brim to light,a natter of some importance. These people, myself included, have noted a growing complacency on the part of the majority of the Council relative to the real feelings and desires of the citizens of this community. You might call it an "out of touch" situation. In fact, on Parch 28, 1977 you adopted a zoning ordinance chaise of some magnitude. s41significant change was :brought about without an acrful lot of public a s reness. Yet in the so- called "grmith ordinances' adopted on January 24th of this yeari you hay signified on page 5 paragraph 4, that, and I quote, "the City rill enact a bo awareness program to inform the public of the dynamics of population growth." Z =;Seems to me and to the majority of this group of which I am but ONS spokesperson, that there was or is something lost between the lip and the cup. Tonite we have the requisite signatures on a Legal petition which oould ask you to recind or put the change in the zoning of the area to the north to a public refers . arty things have happened which Height make subwitt&ng those petitions foolhardy. car one thing, an offer has been made by the developers Vhich as far as I am concerned wakes e turning in of these petitions an exercise in stupidity. I feel that the reasons for whiff I circulated the petitions have been mitigated by the current offer. �( jover, there is a Larger point here. That p9int is that as I gent from house to house it, became apparent to me that there is a tremendous unrest about the faith�_of the a populus in the count ,..in fact, it was hard getting away from their doors even after I the signatures were obtained. This town is concerned about the pace of growth and lack of accompanying services. They ` ant the City Council to reflect their desires andf2Moqt that council to listen. The feeling that I get is-Eat they are mightily concerned about the adopfi+ -,of° the ! gr oveth ordinance as enacted. I would ank and recoiwiendi ' that the entirety of Paragraph fj , , sections "a" through "e" on page 6 of said ordinance be stricken in its entirety. This small band Of citizens has saved this community the equivilent of $750,000 dollars. The Council in all its puaer did not. We take credit in getting it started, but it is the citizens of this community who deserve the larger measure of this credit. For once, and I might add, not for last, the people have been heard. While any good business practice would have called for a financial feasibility study on whether the new golf 000.rse can make money, once again, the citizens are giving the Council a measure of faith in allowing it to be built. For God's sake, don't let it be a burden onthe taxpayers of this city. Please, do not dis4qp9int us further. q John E. Taylor 8345 Liberty Avenue Rohnert Park, California 94928 TO THE ROI NERT PARK CITY COUNCIL FROM DENT NELSEN i agreed to carry a petition to my neighbors for many reasons; two of which were the three quarters of a million dollars that the Council was going to spend an a second golf course-; the second reason was dissatisfaction towards a second golf course. Some of these reasons, I have been told, have been met - some have not. Anyway, the sum total of all the reasons forms my agreement with my neighbors, not just one or two reasons. I_ do not see that all the reasons making up the ultimate agreement have been met. I, therefore, will file my petition in support of all my neighbors. I do not know what my fellow representatives will do with their_ petitions; I can only hope they see what they need to do. Thank you, 25 April 1977 I wish to express my disappointment in the City Council and Planning Commission's lack of ability to negotiate with the developers of the city of Rohnert Park. I am amazed that a small group of citizens circulating a petition accomplished what the City Council failed to do. I refer to the fact that the developers of the proposed golf course have made an offer to this group of citizens to add an additional 3/4 million dollars to the plan, to be used at the city's discretion. As a circulator of the petition which stated that the city must repeal the zoning, Ordinance No. 327, or submit the Ordinance to public election, I feel obligated to file my signed petitions and will do so. Raymond J. Schultz 6080 Elsa Avenue Rohnert Park, CA 94928 I wish to add that I have no plan on moving from Rohnert Park. I feel I must state this in event any member of the City Council feels ,I should, as has been previously suggested to me. 25 April 1977 My reason for soliciting signatures on the Referendum petition was based on my opposition to the funding of Ordinance No. 327. I did not want $3/4 million dollars in tax money plowed into the proposed golf course when it could be used for community services and our parks and recreation facilities. But, an overwhelming majority of the people I canvassed signed the petition because they were in direct opposition to the development of a new golf course, even with the understanding that a repeal of the Ordinance would or could return the proposed golf course area back to high density development. Their signatures neither gave me the authority to withhold the petition nor to negotiate with the developers on their behalf. The citizens of Rohnert Park who signed the petition did so with the understanding that if enough signatures were gathered, the C� Council would have to act on the Referendum and either repeal the Ordinance or submit it to a vote of the people. I respect the wishes of the citizens who signed my petition. On that basis, I feel I have a moral obligation to submit the signatures in my possession and will do so.. Ann Schultz 6080 Elsa Avenue Rohnert Park, CA 94928 2:re)arod StAtement by Elaine Trowbridgc Rahnert Park City ' ouncil IsetinFr, Tbnday, April 25, 1977 1 wish to publicly than?:: the community for their overwhelminp, support in hringing Mout these further commitments for the 3/4 nillion dollars in park funds and additional park laid, whicK we were told was "impossible" by developers and the majority on the council at the ti .,.e tnis project was noproved. I feel that the developers and all concerned at co'c-,-tuunity have acted in good faith to natiMactorily resolve the major problems with this roject. 1 still yr2atly quastion the need for a second -oU course, .no 1 im Eisnayed hy the tact thit an attempt was made to railroadl, of frustration in the community with the growt1l �olicies of this city. ss QU project tlh.rouc,h1 at co'c-,-tuunity expense, and with such minimal input. ut �he !arch 2;th council meetin-, those of us who public onenly critioized tae project and offered positive sugaestions ,erc treated like nuisances to be ignored, and our corf1r%1eT_atS' T, 7 er e lot with hostility by two members of the council. It is my sic nerest wish that in the future, the majority cn -the council will seriously listen to the concerns and suggestions of citizens. ibis council will no longer be able to ignore the nreat sense of frustration in the community with the growt1l �olicies of this city. ss a qroua and as members of the conAunitY, Col.ru-Atted to brin-ing about productive chanvas in Lhe aoliv 'ecisions ot our local government which are more consistent MIA :he wMes at thr PeoOln. City Council - April 25, 1977 Helen Lawrence Truly representative government in the city of Rohnert Park is long overdue. I am both exhilerated and dismayed by what has occurred during the last few weeks regarding the proposed golf course project in the northern area. I am exhilerated by the fact that at long last you have been forced.to listen to the citizens of this community. I am ►dismayed because I wonder why it became necessary for the citizens to go to such lengths before they would be heard. During the course of the last few weeks I have knocked on a lot of doors and talked with a great many people. Although there are probably a 100 different reasons why our petition regarding Zoning Ordinance 327 met with such widespread acceptance, I discovered two fundamental attitudes coexisting among the citizenry: 4bW #,4-/4 T they are fed up with what they feel is a City Council that consistently fails to deal with important public issues on a one to one basis with the people it represents. The people are very restless and the mood is hostile. The City Council, over the years , has planted seeds of distrust and frustration throughout the community which, when fully germinated, will erupt into what could be an uncontrollable backlash against that Council. The second almost universal attitude I ca4cross was that expressing the need for a realistic growth plan in this town.' These people expressed the attitude that the City Council represents the interests of a few entrepreneurs who have no abiding interest in the welfare of this town --- namely the developers -- -and, that the developers are interested in only one thing: the rate of return on their investment per cubic foot. The people of this community, I included, are frightened by the current building mania that exists in MW *Now* We are even more frightened by the existence of a City Council that purports itself to be acting in the best interests of the community and yet pushes through such mammoth projects as the golf course development with not so much as a public hearing at the Council level on the tentative maps or the financin and adopts a growth ordinance that excludes multi- family units despite citizen protest. Such unrestrained and blatant disregard for representative government cannot be allowed to continue unchecked, Perhaps it is incumbent upon each one of you to take a Qaturday afternoon to knock on a LOW doors and test the water yourselves, The fantasy world in which you have enshrined yourselves will not survive long once exposed to the elements which exist behind those doors. S will be quite frank with you. S would love nothing more than to see theCity Council of this town eat crow regarding the proposed golf course project by forcing you to either rescind the present zoning ordinance or to put it to a vote of the People. However, S personally, see a greater good to be achieved through an open and honest discussion of the matter here tonight between the people and the City Council with the possibility of coming to a mutually acceptable compromise on those items of major concern to us regarding the project. But, be forewarned......this is just the beginning. It is most unfortunate that the citizens of this town had to resort to a legal referendum measure before you would listen to them. You may feel that it is our e ClAze s y privilege to act as you have in the past. S feel that"o have a commensurate obligation to restrain your megalomania by whatever means .of supervision available to 4M =--max MEAP-2 ® It is up to you nor,. You can listen M respond to the people~ of this community in a truly representative fashion owe will govern ourselves by initiative, referendum or And S think you know w can do it,