1976/01/12 City Council Minutes., .. ROHNERT PARK-,CITY COUNCIL,MEETING
January 12, 1976
The _Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in
regular session commencing at 7:15 p.m. in the City Offices,
6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Hopkins
presiding. The regular session was preceded by an executive
session which commenced at 7:00 p.m, and at which all
councilmen and City Manager Callinan were present, and which
was held to discuss personnel and litigation matters.
Call to Order
Mayor Hopkins called the meeting of the regular session to
order at approximately 7:15 p.m. and led,the pledge of
allegiance.
Roll Call
Present:; (5) Councilmen Bear' Eck, ;Flores, Smith and Hopkins
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting:
City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Flitner and City
Engineer Brust
Invocation
Monsignor George Shirle of St. Joseph's Church, Cotati.,
offered an invocation prayer for the new year.
Approval of Minutes
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith,
and unanimously approved,.the minutes of December 22,
were approved as submitted.
Approval of Bills
Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith,
and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached
list in the amount of $189,968.94 were approved. This
amount includes $6,918.75 for the Civic Commission.
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.
Raymond H. Lummus
City Manager Callinan initiated a discussion regarding the
Resignation from
resignation of Mr. Raymond H. Lummus from the Parks and
Parks'andRecreation
Recreation Commission.
Commission
Upon motion of Councilman-.Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary,
and unanimously approved, the Council accepted the resignation
of Mr. Raymond H. Lummus from the Parks and Recreation
Commission and directed that a.letter of appreciation for
Mr. Lummus services to the City, over the Mayor's signature,
be forwarded to him,
Mr. Callinan re4uested` the press to take note of the vacancy
so that anyone in the community interested in serving on
the Parks and Recreation Commission might apply.
Census Results
Non - agenda Items
Unscheduled Public
Appearance
Mrs. Alice Wells
for Cultural Arts
Corporation
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January 12, 1976
Councilman Eck initiated a brief discussion referring to a
letter from the State Department of Finance giving recent
census results. Councilman Eck was interested in knowing if
the census was taken on a county -wide basis; and requested
• resolution petitioning the County Board of Supervisors for
• change in supervisorial district boundaries based on the
census to be placed on the next agenda. The Council had no
objections.
There was no one wishing to duscuss a non - agenda item.
There was no person in the chamber wishing to make an
unscheduled public appearance.
Mrs'. Alice Wells, President of the Rohnert Park Cultural Arts
Corporation gave an.update on plans being "formulated for the
Bicentennial. Mrs. Wells stated the plans are being centered
around Founders Day; stated the Bicentennial Committee
wanted to proceed in such a manner as to act as a coordinating
committees invited Mayor Hopkins to attend the upcoming
Thursday night meeting, if possible.
The Council asked several questions of Mrs. Wells regarding
plans of the Committee and thanked her for her presentation.
Maureen Anthony -
Ms. Maureen Anthony was not present at this time, Mayor
Commission on the
Hopkins stated should Ms. Anthony arrive later in the
Status of Women
meeting the Council would be pleased to hear her presentation.
Ordinance 306
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING CHAPTER
6.08 OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (Control of dog runs
in residential areas)
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon `motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and approved by the following roll call vote, the
reading of Ordinance 306 was waived and said ordinance was
adopted.
AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (0) None
Ordinance 307
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING CHAPTER
15.40 OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (Construction Fees)
City Manager Callinan reviewed the ordinance and his memo
to the Council' dated January 8th concerning same.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith,
and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance 307 was
waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Agreement for
City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his memo of
Operation of
January 8th wherein he discusses extending the lease agree -
Golf Course
ment with Roy and Connie Smith for the operation of the golf
Restaurant
course restaurant. Mr..Callinan advised that the expected
lease agreement had not been received until just before the
meeting and requested that this matter be put over until
the next meeting. The Council concurred.
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Resolution 76--01 RESOLUTION SETTING RATES FOR ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL GOLF
COURSE
City Manager Callinan reviewed the,resolution and his memo
to the Council dated January 8th concerning,-same..
Discussion followed with councilmembers quering Mr. Callinan
regarding hours of play and rate structure of fees as
outlined in the resolution.
Upon motion of Council.man•Smith,,seconded by Councilman Flores,
and approved by the "following,roll call vote, the reading
of Resolution 76 -01 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Flores and Smith
NOES: (1 ") Mayor Hopkins
Resolution 76 -02 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING EASEMENT DEEDS, Accepting Certain Storm
Drain Easements (Country Club Estates Area)
Resolution 76 -03
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith,
and.`un_ animously approved, the reading of.Resolution 76 -02
was.waive'd and said resolution was adopted >.
RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH COTATI RE.
SEWER SERVICE
City Manager Callinan explained the proposed resolution and
reviewed the letter from the City of Cotati requesting an
amendment to the existing sewer agreement, copies of which
had been presented to councilmembers. Discussion followed.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Eck,
and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 76 -03
was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 76 -04 A RESOLUTION DIRECTING MAKING OF AMENDED ASSESSMENT RE
CERTAIN ASSESSMENTS UNDER RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 7
PROJECT NO. 1956 -1, ASSESSMENT NO. 8.246.1.1 -1
City Manager Callinan explained the proposed resolution,
referred to his memo of January 8th and his comments made
therein; referred to a map on display showing the area of
the assessment split.
.-Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith,
and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 76 -04
was waived and said resolution was,.a.dopted.
Appointment to City Manager Callinan advised the Council that because of the
Rohnert Park resignation of Mr. Don Kite a public hearing had been
Cultural Arts scheduled to consider an.appointment to the Cultural Arts
Commission Commission; notice of said public ,hearing having been made
known to the community via several articles in the local
newspapers.
Page 4 .January 12, 1976
Mr. Callinan .further stated several vacancies are ',• available
on the Board of Directors of the Cultural Arts Corporation,
and all applicants should be encouraged to apply thereto,
and that Fact Sheets of the applicants had been made available
to the Council.
Mayor Hopkins declared open the scheduled public hearing for
appointment to the Rohnert Park,Cultural Arts Commission.
Mr. Michael J. Edridge, Mrs. Linda Johnson and Mrs. Hope
Griffiths,.applicants for the appointment, were present and
each spoke briefly concerning their experience, background
and qualifications for serving on the Commission.
Mrs. Alice Wells, President of the Rohnert Park Cultural Arts
Corporation and Chairman of the Cultural Arts Commission
clarified for the applicants the difference between the
Cultural Arts Corporation and the Cultural Arts Commission.
There being no other person desiring fb: speak, Mayor Hopkins
declared the public hearing closed.
Councilman Smith made a motion, seconded by Councilman Flores.
and approved by the following roll call vote, to appoint
Mr. Michael J. Edridge to the Cultural..Arts Commission and
direct a letter, over the Mayor's signature, to the Board
of Directors of the Cultural Arts Corporation requesting
consideration of Mrs. Linda Johnson and Mrs. Hope Griffiths
for appointment to that body.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
"NOES: (1) Councilman Beary
Mayor Hopkins thanked the applicants for their interest in
serving the Rohnert Park community.
File 0350 = City Manager Callinan read the proposed amendment to the
Amendment to ordinance ;stated that notice of the public hearing had been
Zoning Ordinance published in the local newspaper; suggested that the words
for Parking of "camping and travel" be inserted prior to the word - "traitors ":
Vehicles in
Residential Areas The Council requested City Attorney Flitner to clarify the
amendment, which he did.
Mayor Hopkins declared open the scheduled public hearing on
File 0350, Amendment to Zoning Ordinance for Parking of
Vehicles in Residential Areas.
Mr. Chuck Grinnell, 175 Arlen Drive, was recognized and opined
that the language was too broad in the amendment and did not
address itself to`.the noise element of large trucks in
residential areas. Also felt that the word "commercial"
vehicles should be inserted.
Mr. Victor Kinkade, 272 Adele Ave., was recognized and
approved of the amendment; felt it was a definite step in the
right direction.
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Mrs.: Gene Conant, 383 Bruce Ave., was recognized and expressed .
displeasure with the ordinance in general; .felt a resident
should be able to park.any vehicle in their driveway.
There being no other person desiring to speak, Mayor Hopkins
declared the public hearing closed.
Ordinance 308 A14 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REPEALING SECTION 1
OF ORDINANCE.NO. 235 (1974) AS IT AMENDED SECTION 9.411 OF
ORDINANCE NO. 63 (1965) - PROHIBITIONS FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES
IN RESIDENTIAL ZONES
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith; seconded by Councilman Beary,
and approved by the following roll call vote, the reading
of Ordinance _308 was waived,, and said ordinance was intro-
duced with one correction, namely, the insertion of the
words 11camping and travel" before the word "trailers ".
AXES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (0) None
Establishment of City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his memo of
Agricultural January 8th and comments made therein concerning establish -
Preserves merit of agricultural preserves. The consensus of the Council
was to take no action 'at' this time.
File 0397 City Manager Callinan referred to 'a displayed parcel map
Cofego Enterprises submitted by Cofego Enterprises to create parcels in the
Parcel Map area of Hunter Drive and Commerce Boulevard and on Enterprise
Drive, and mentioned the Council's request that all
parcel maps be submitted to it for approval. Discussion
.followed.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary,
and unanimously approved, the Council granted approval to
File 0397, Cofego Enterprises Parcel Map.
File 0427 City Manager. Callinan informed the Council of requested final
Country Club map - approval for the Country Club Pines subdivision located
Pines on the southeast corner 'of Rohnert Park.Expressway,and
Country Club Drive; and reviewed his comments concerning
same in his memo of January 8th and pointed outthe final map
on- display.
Discussion followed. Mr. David Firestone representing
Country Club Pines was present and answered questions from
councilmembers concerning the project; specifically indicat-
ing the.tot lot recreation facility would be completed prior
to building of the units.
Upon, motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith,
and unanimously approved, the Council approved File 0427,
Final Map Approval•. for., country Club Pines Subdivision,
authorized the Mayor tpexecute an appropriate subdivision.
agreement, with the understanding the City is not guaranteeing
sewer and water service.to the lots in the subdivision. .
Page 6 January 12, 1976
File 0444 - City Manager Callinan stated that Mr. Don Laidlaw representing
Sonoma College Sonoma College Investors was present and wished to make a
Investors presentation concerning the proposed annexation of certain
lands east of Rohnert Park.
File 0418 -
EIR Qantas
Development
Corporation
1976 Summer Youth
Employment
Program
Mr. Laidlaw was recognized and referred councilmembers to his
letter to the Council dated. January 5th, and discussed several
statements contained therein. Mr. Laidlaw asked for Council
comments and indicated that at this point his investors would
like some feeling from the Council as to whether they should
proceed with their plans.
Discussion followed with the councilmembers, City Manager
Callinan, City Attorney Flitner and Mr. Laidlaw commenting on
restrictive easements or dedication, open space usage,
agricultural usage, etc.
Councilman Flores made a motion that Council accept Sonoma
College Investors annexation'to City concept as a starting
point, utilizing guidelines set forth in Mr. Laidlaw's letter
of January 5, 1976, and return to staff with a definite
proposal for Council consideration. Councilman Beary seconded
the motion which was approved by the following roll call vote.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Flores and Smith
NOES: (1) Mayor Hopkins
Councilman Smith made a motion, seconded by Councilman Beary,
and approved by the following roll call vote, that the Council
state its position as being in favor of outright dedication of
the open space rather than an easement with regard to the
Sonoma College Investors land, at this time.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Flores and Smith
NOES: (1) Mayor Hopkins
Mayor Hopkins stated for the record that he was concerned
about annexation being considered in a piece -meal manner.
It was his feeling that all property owners wishing to annex
to the City should be presented in one package.
City Manager Callinan informed the Council that because of a
new law EIRs must be considered by the City Council as well
as the Planning Commission. Concerning the EIR for the
proposed Qantas Development Corporation in an area south of
East Cotati Avenue, the Planning' Commission took no action
on this matter at its last meeting. 'Mr. Callinan suggested
that the scheduled public hearing he opened and continued
until the February 9th meeting.
Mayor Hopkins declared open.the scheduled public hearing on
File 0418 ° - EIR for the proposed Qantas Development Corporation
development in the area south of East Cotati Avenue, east of
the Northwestern Pacific Railroad.
There being no one desiring to be heard, Mayor Hopkins declared
the public hearing continued until February 9, i976.
City Manager Callinan referred the Council to a letter from
Mr. Rusk who is the coordinator for the Summer Youth
Employment.Program,,copies of which had been presented to
each councilman.
Recess
Reconvene
Spivock Land
for Open
Space
Project 1974 -11
Northwest Improve-
ment Project
Publications in
Spanish for
Elections
Page 7 January 12, 1976
Mr. Rusk and Mr. Rick Smith were present and Mr. Smith spoke
briefly about the program stating ,they were hopeful that
the office would be moved to Rohnert Park this summer as it
would' be more centrally located, also,due to the fact that
.the Cotati employment office is understaffed the YES
people felt they were spending too much time with inquiries
other than those for the youth program. Mr. Smith stated
rfurther that the two people administering the youth program
used their own vehicles and would like a state car if
possible or reimbursement for mileage.
Discussion followed with Councilman Flores suggesting the
Junior High School site for the program during the 1976
summer months. Mr.'Callinan. suggested including in the
program's budget reimbursement funds for mileage to the
students.
Upon motion of Councilman.Flores,, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, Council approved an alloca-
tion of $691 to the Youth Employment Program for the 1976
summer program.
At this point in the meeting Mayor Hopkins declared a
recess the time being approximately 9 :00 p.m.
Mayor Hopkins reconvened the meeting at approximately
9:10 p.m. with all councilmen present.
City Manager Callinan reviewed his comments contained in his
memo of January 8th to the Council concerning recent
developments in the proposed acquisition of the Spivock land
for open space.
City Manager Callinan gave.a staff report update on Project
1974 -11 which represents formation of an assessment district
for extension of sewer mains and water` mains, development
of a water,well, to an area north of the golf course. City
Engineer Brust indicated the proposed path of the sewer
mains on a displayed map. Discussion followed with all
councilmembers participating.
Mr. Callihan stated further discussions on this project would
be held at the next Council meeting with the property
owners requested to be present.
City Manager Callinan reviewed with the Council the recent
law whereby publications for an election must be printed in
Spanish as well as English. Discussion followed with
councilmembers discussing the costs involved to the City as
well as the candidates running for the upcoming March
election; the very low percentage of Spanish speaking
r8�itc „n CAnntna (,ounty_particularly in Rohnert Park -and
their overall feeling that the law is not only ridiculous but
could conceivably prohibit well qualified people from running
for public office.
Sewer Situation
Update
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Eck,
and unanimously approved, the Council approved the
appointment of Michael Daley as City Treasurer on an interim
basis.
City Manager Callinan and Citv Engineer Brust gave an update
on the City's current sewer situation and plans to petition
the Water Quality Control Board for additional interim
capacity until plans are completed to connect to the Santa
Rosa Wastewater Treatment Plant.
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Councilman Eck made a motion, seconded by Councilman Flores,
that appropriate letters be directed to state officials and
Senator Tunney protesting the requirement to publish election
notices, and candidates statements, in Spanish as well as
English; and that local candidates for Councilman be
reimbursed by the City for the additional costs incurred
by this law.
Discussion continued. Councilman Flores withdrew his second
to Councilman Eck's motion.
Mr. David Jones, 7305 Boris Ct., was recognized and stated
that the requirement of two separate ballots, one in
English and one in Spanish was very costly and requested
that the letters to the state officials point this out.
It was the consensus of the Council that Mayor Hopkins and
City Manager Callinan compose the appropriate letters,
copies of which will be presented to the councilmembers for
their' comments,' additions or deletions.
Hospital Site
City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his memo
Title Insurance
dated January 8th wherein he discusses the title insurance
coverage on the recently acquired Martin Stone property
for a hospital site.
Training Library
City Manager Callinan informed the Council that Director of
for Law Enforce-
Public Safety Dennett was requesting approval for the
ment,Agencies
acquisition of one training film annually, rather than one
every other year as previously approved by the Council.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary; seconded by Mayor Hopkins,
and approved by the following roll call vote, Council
approved the purchase of one training film per year by the
Department of Public Safety for the law enforcement training
library.,
AXES: (5') Councilmen Beary, Eck, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (0) None
Appointment of
City Manager Callinan requested Council approval for his
Interim Finance
interim appointment of Michael Daley, whom he has appointed
Director
Finance Officer, as City Treasurer until the currentrecruit-
ment and selection process for a permanent appointee is
completed. Mr. Callinan apprised the Council that Mr. Daley
is a' candidate for this permanent position.
Sewer Situation
Update
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Eck,
and unanimously approved, the Council approved the
appointment of Michael Daley as City Treasurer on an interim
basis.
City Manager Callinan and Citv Engineer Brust gave an update
on the City's current sewer situation and plans to petition
the Water Quality Control Board for additional interim
capacity until plans are completed to connect to the Santa
Rosa Wastewater Treatment Plant.
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January 12, 1976
Sewer Outfall City Manager Callinan informed the Council that negotiations
Ditch were being conducted with Norman and Howard Siskel for
extending the easement agreement for a sewer outfall ditch
across their property for the usual fee of $500 per year.
Sewer Connection City Manager Callinan,advised the Council that staff is
Fees currently studying the City's existing sewer service
connection fee structure and it appears that an increase in
said fees is eminent. Mr. Callinan will return to Council
with proposed increases for .consideration at the next Council
meeting..
State Farm Insurance 'City Manager Callinan discussed State Farm Insurance Company's
Company planned move to Rohne'rt Park and the expected traffic increase.
He stated that staff is treating the traffic matter
seriously and will be talking with traffic engineering
people concerning traffic planning for the area, especially
on the Expressway and Commerce Boulevard.
Telephone Exchanges City Manager Callinan directed the Council's attention to
Boundary Problems his memo fo.January 8th wherein he discusses difficulties
with the telephone company, specifically the fact that a
portion of Rohne'rt Park is in the Petaluma exchange and a
portion is in the Santa Rosa exchange which presents many
problems to the City.
Mr. Richard Brown of the telephone company was present and
answered questions from the Council.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary,
and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote,
staff was directed: to proceed with plans to pursue legal help
for an action that would support the Council's position with
regard to the costly Pacific Telephone Company situation in
Rohnert Park.
AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary,.Eck, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (0) None
Redwood Empire
City Manager Callinan advised the Council that there is some
Disposal Company
dispute in the interpretation of the old.contract with "
Redwood Empire Disposal Corporation insofar as the cost of
living adjustment is concerned.`
Discussion followed with councilmembers requesting clarifica-
tion as to the exact nature of the dispute. The Council
requested that Mr. Callinan and Mr. Flitner pursue, the matter
and return to the Council with recommendations.
Golf Course
City Attorney Flitner reviewed his.,letter.to City Manager
Vandalism
Callinan, copies of which had bee.n,presented to the Council,
concerning the vandalism by youths_'at the:Golf Course. Mr.
Flitner noted that restitution will be made to the City
as outlined in his letter unless the Council objected. The
Council expressed approval.
Planning Director
Exit from Bank
to Shopping Center
Councilman Beary stated he had been approached by several
people who felt the time had come to consider hiring a full
time Planning Director. City Manager, Callinan disagreed
and stated that he has given thought to this situation
and will make his recommendation for a full time director to
the Council at the appropriate time.
Councilman SmithAnitiated a discussion concerning a traffic
hazard with cars leaving the bank to enter the Park Plaza
Shopping Centere Councilman Smith felt this situation should
be more closely monitored by Public Safety Officers. Mr.'
Callinan stated.he. would check into this situation.
Page 10 January 12, 1976
Public Disclosures,
Councilman Smith queried.City Attorney,Flitner concerning
recent laws dealing with public disclosures as opposed to
closed' executive sessions. Mr. Flitner explained certain
matters which must be discussed in public., specifically employ -
ment and dismissals, how the Council voted, etc.
. Assessed Valuations
Councilman Beary initiated:a discussion concerning the fact
in Rohnert Park
that he had recently surveyed assessed valuations of similar
properties in three different cities (Santa Rosa, Petaluma,
Rohnert Park) and found properties of ,comparable market value
are being assessed higher in Rohnert Park. Councilman Beary
requested City Manager Callinan to check into this matter.
Mr. Callinan directed a letter to Mr. Comalli, County
Assessor, and asked for clarification on assessed valuation
of..,properties in Rohnert Park as compared to the other two
cities. Mr. Callinan stated he was expecting a response
from Mr. Comalli very shortly and Mr. Comalli would attend
a February Council meeting to discuss the matter.
March of Dimes
Councilman Beary initiated a discussion asking Council,•
consideration designating a March of Dimes Week and .a Mother's
March Night.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith,
and unanimously approved, March of Dimes Week was designated
as the week of January 25 through 31, 19769 and January 29th
was designated as Mother °s March Night.
Bike Paths
Councilman Eck initiated a discussion requesting the status
of the bike paths on the Rohnert Park Junior High site which
had been damaged by trucks. City, Engineer Brust stated he
-had written.to the contractor indicating, the City expects
the repairs to be made as soon as possible. Mr. Brust will
be talking again with said contractor this week.
Councilman Eck also expressed concern with the bike path
south of E. Cotati Ave. where it intersects Snyder Lane,
stating that as cars swing around this corner they force
bike riders off the path. Mr. Brust will check into this
matter.
Planning Director
Exit from Bank
to Shopping Center
Councilman Beary stated he had been approached by several
people who felt the time had come to consider hiring a full
time Planning Director. City Manager, Callinan disagreed
and stated that he has given thought to this situation
and will make his recommendation for a full time director to
the Council at the appropriate time.
Councilman SmithAnitiated a discussion concerning a traffic
hazard with cars leaving the bank to enter the Park Plaza
Shopping Centere Councilman Smith felt this situation should
be more closely monitored by Public Safety Officers. Mr.'
Callinan stated.he. would check into this situation.
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January 12, 1976
Mayors and Mayor Hopkins advised the Council that at the recent Mayors
Councilmen and Councilmen Association Meeting plans had been discussed
Association for cities to j.oin together and formulate a self insurance
Meeting workmens compensation program; and contribute towards a fee
to hire a consultant to study the matter and recommend how
to implement said program. Mayor Hopkins suggested that
Rohnert Park join in this venture.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary,
and unanimously approved, the Council authorized an
expenditure of up to $450 to participate in a study with
other cities in the county for formulating a self insurance
workmens compensation program.
Angulo, Fence Mrs. Sally Schultz was recognized and stated that in a recent
Council action a variance for an °v foot fence on the Angulo
property had been denied; stated that the Angulos had been
given a specific time to have the fence conform to regulations;
stated the fence was still standing at 8 feet; felt the
City had been negligent in enforcing the Council's decision.
Councilman Flores stated he had this date talked with Mrs.
Angulo; stated that on the following day (Tuesday) City
staff would contact Mrs. Angulo and would proceed to lower
the fence to the 6 foot requirement, with the full approval of
the Angulos. The Council agreed that the matter had been
handled in a courteous and proper manner which resulted in
the fence situation being remedied without hostility.
Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Hopkins adjourned the
meeting at approximately 10:35 p.m.
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Deputy City Clerk