1976/04/05 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
April 5, 1976
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in adjourned
regular session commencing at 7:00 p.m. in the City Offices,
6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Flores
presiding.
Call to Order
Mayor Flores called the meeting of the regular session
led the
to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. and pledge
of allegiance..
Present: (4). Councilmen Beary, Eck, Roberts and Flores
Absent: (1) Councilman Hopkins
Mayor Flores stated „that Councilman Hopkins was ill and
unable to attend the meeting.
Staff present for all or part of the meeting:
City Manager Callinan,:City Attorney Flitner and Supt.
of Public Works Eagan.
Approval of Minutes
Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Beary,
and unanimously.app_roved, the minutes of March 22, 1976
were approved as submitted.
Approved of Bills
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
bills per
Eck, and unanimously approved, the presented
the attached list in the amount of $206,010.09 (correct
amount should be $187,234.89) 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.
Annexation to
Councilman Roberts initiated a discussion regarding a letter
Rohnert Park
from Mr. Thomas Chappell concerning some property which
he would like to see annexed to the City.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, staff was requested
to direct a letter to Mr. Chappell, over the Mayor's
signature, stating that the City has a no- annexation
policy for small parcels of prcpertyo
Non- Agenda Items
Councilman Beary stated he would like to discuss street
under "Matters from Councilmen �uU.Li�11t��art
priorities
Roberts stated that Mrs. Phyllis Fore would like to discuss
ambulance service in the City; Mayor Flores indicated she
could do so under the "Unscheduled Public Appearance”
time; Councilman Eck stated lie would like'to discuss the
City's Newsletter under "Matters f Pot.- 'PounIcilmen "; Mayor
Flores indicated he,would like to discuss the recent meet -
ing of the Library Advisory Committee; United Nation's
Day and Accommodations for our Safety Officers.
Councilman Eck made a motion, seconded by Councilman Roberts,
to donate $150 to the Miss Sonoma County Pageant for the
=1976 year. Mayor Flores requested that 'the amount be $200
and Councilman Eck agreed to this amount. The motion was
approved unanimously.
Mrs. Adkins thanked the Council for its consideration.
Santa Rosa Mr. Joseph Cooey of the Santa Rosa Recycling Center stated
Recycling Center he was returning to the Council with additional information
concerning the recycling center, as requested by the Council y
and with a request for additional funding by the City. Mr.
Cooey gave his presentation and discussion followed with
the Council asking several questions of Mr. Cooey concern:11_ng
his recycling methods.
It was the consensus of the Council that they would hear
from representatives of Redwood Empire Disposal Corporation
before making a decision on additional allocation of funds
to Santa Rosa Recycling Center.
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The Council was receptive to discussing all of the above
at the appropriate time on the agenda.
Unscheduled Public
Mrs. Phyllis Fore, 940 Ellen Ave., was recognized and spoke
Appearances ..
in favor of the City obtaining an additional ambulance which
Ambulance
would be equipped with modern updated equipment for emergency
Purposes. Discussion followed with all councilmembers and
City Manager Callinan participating; and :it was agreed that
the subject of an additional ambulance would be considered
when the new budget is prepared.
Supervisorial
Mr. John Lund, 176 Adele Ave., was recognized and
Candidate
introduced Mr. Grant King who is currently running for the
Sonoma County Board of Supervisors. Mr. Lund spoke briefly
of Mr. King's qualifications for this office. Mr. King
introduced himself and suggested the City review the
need for para -medic with reference to the discussion
concerning an additional ambulance for.the City.
Contribution from
Mr. Thomas O'Halloran, a Parks and Recreation Commissioner,
Rohnert Park Boys
and President of the Boys Baseball Program presented a check
Baseball
to the Council in the amount of $150 for a backstop to be
installed at "A" Park. Mayor Flores thanked Mr. O'Halloran
and the Boys Baseball Program for the contribution.
Miss Sonoma County
Mxs; Gwen Adkins, Executive Director of the Miss Sonoma
Pageant
County Pageant gave a presentation of this year's pageant
and requested a contributionfrom the City for continued
support of this event. She introduced Miss Kelli Murray
and Mrs. Elly Roberts.
Councilman Eck made a motion, seconded by Councilman Roberts,
to donate $150 to the Miss Sonoma County Pageant for the
=1976 year. Mayor Flores requested that 'the amount be $200
and Councilman Eck agreed to this amount. The motion was
approved unanimously.
Mrs. Adkins thanked the Council for its consideration.
Santa Rosa Mr. Joseph Cooey of the Santa Rosa Recycling Center stated
Recycling Center he was returning to the Council with additional information
concerning the recycling center, as requested by the Council y
and with a request for additional funding by the City. Mr.
Cooey gave his presentation and discussion followed with
the Council asking several questions of Mr. Cooey concern:11_ng
his recycling methods.
It was the consensus of the Council that they would hear
from representatives of Redwood Empire Disposal Corporation
before making a decision on additional allocation of funds
to Santa Rosa Recycling Center.
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Redwood Empire Mr. Tom Walters of Santa Rosa representL�31 Redwcod Empire
Disposal Disposal Corporation gave a presentation showing several
Corporation slides of recycling methods at refuse sites in the County.
The Council queried Mr. Walters concerning competition
between the large scavenger companies and small independent
recycling units. Mr. Walters responded that the small recy-
cling centers were people oriented and offered no competition
to the scavenger companies as such.
Discussion continued; it was generally felt that the local
recycling center was worthwhile; brought people into the City
and made the public aware of recycling at the local level.
Councilman Roberts made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, to increase the original
allocation of $150 by $350, for a total of $500, to the
Santa Rosa Recycling Center to encourage the continuance
of the Rohnert Park recycling program.
Mr. John Lund, in the audience, suggested making the contri-
bution contingent on an equitable arrangement between the
two parties, i. e., Santa Rosa Recycling Center and Redwood
Empire Disposal Corporation; and Mr. Dan Potter explained
the different refuse handled in Rohnert Park.
Councilman Roberts suggested that the City request Redwood
Empire Disposal Corporation commence an educational program
to instruct the residents of the City on segregating their
refuse for recycling.
Zequest to use Mr. Larry Conover was recognized and requested Council
3ike Path Area permission for himself and Mr. John Miller to use a tri-
for Garden Plot angular piece of bike path property for a garden plot
this summer.
City Manager Callinan referred councilmembers to their
respective copies of his memo dated April 1, 1976 wherein
he lists the conditions required by the City for residents
desiring to use this type of property for garden plots.
Mayor Flores read these conditions for Mr. Conover's benefit.
Councilman Beary made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and approved unanimously, to grant permission
for Mr. Conover and Mr. Miller to use a triang.ila.r piece
of bike path property for a garden plot this summer, subject
to conditions as set forth r Mr. Ca 11ina sg mem o of April_
r_
1, 106, said conditions to include the wording "for the
year 1976 ".
Sonoma College City Manager Callinan introduced Mr. Don Laidlaw representing
Investors Sonoma College Investors concerning annexation of property
Property north of Railroad Avenue between Petaluma Hill Road and
File 0444 the Rohnert property being purchased by Qantas Developmnt
Corporation, to the City.
Page 4 April 5, 1976
Mr. Laidlaw spoke of his previous appearance before the
Council and gave an update of progress undertaken by Sonoma
College Investors since that date; felt that he had re-
ceived sufficient encouragement to proceed; stated the
group had contacted Del Davis and Associates for an EIR;
requested Council consideration for continuing to pursue
-this proposed annexation.
At this point Mayor Flores asked that the record show
that in his opinion the Council had been polled at the
last appearance of Mr. Laidlaw and the feeling of non -
annexation had been affirmed; stated that the Council
had never made a suggestion that monies be expended toward
annexation of this property; that'he, Mayor Flores,was
not, and is not, in favor of annexation of any property
to the City; and this will be the :case for his remaining
term on the Council.
Discussion followed with each member of the Council stating
his views on annexation: Councilman Eck indicated he
would favor annexation only if the City would gain sub-
stantial open space; Councilman Roberts stated at this
time he was opposed to annexation, perhaps a few years
from now his views might change; Councilman Beary indicated
he might view the annexation favorably if the City were
dedicated two acres of open space for one acre of develop-
ment. City Manager Callinan stated he had made it clear
to the applicants that they should not incur costs with
any indication they were doing so with Council approval.
Discussion continued with all councilmembers, Mr. Laidlaw
and Mr. Callinan participating.
Mayor Flores concluded the discussion by stating that
he felt that Mr. Laidlaw had an indication of the Council's
feelings at this time which he could convey to his clients.
Mr. Laidlaw indicated he would talk with Sonoma College
Investors and in all probability they would continue working
on this project.
California Health
City Manager Callinan introduced Dr. Harvey Glasser of
Services:; Medical
California Health Services and referred councilmembers
Facilities for
to his memo dated April'18t and comments contained therein
Rohnert Park
relating to..,Dr. Glasserts presentation.
Dr. Glasser spoke of designing a medical facility for
Rohnert Park starting with a small physicians practice
center and continuing with a graduated larger health facility-
-to follow; stated he felt it was too early for a hospital;
and generally discussed his comments set forth in a paper
prepared by California Health Services, dated April 4th,
copies of which had been presented to councilmembers.
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April 5, 1976
Discussion followed. The Council was supportative of
Dr. Glasser's presentation; requested mo-oe information
on the $50,000 loan guarantee; was advised by Dr. Glasser
and Mr. Callinan that there was a possibility the money
could be raised from sources other than by City guarantee;
.requested detailed plans for further Council consideration.
The Council thanked Dr. Glasser for appearing on behalf
of California Health Services.
Recess
At this point in the meeting Mayor Flores declared a
C�
recess, the time being approximately 9:30 p.m.
Reconvene
Mayor Flores reconvened the meeting at approximately 9:40
p.m. with all councilmen present with the exception of
Councilman Hopkins.
Resolution 76-61
A RESOLUTION DIRECTING MAKING OF AMENDED ASSESSMENT RE
CERTAIN ASSESSMENTS UNDER RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO.
7, PROJECT NO. 1956-1, ASSESSMENT NO. 6.9.4.1.11
City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and his
memo to the Council dated April lst concerning same.
Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
76-61 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 76-62
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (From Rohnert's for portion
of future Golf Course Drive right-of-way)
City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and his
memo to the Council dated April lst concerning same.
Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
76-62 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 76-63
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (From Rohnert's for portions
of future Eleanor Avenue and Emily Avenue rights-of-way)
City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and his
memo to the Council dated April lst concerning same.
Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, -the reading of Resolution
76-63 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
file 0254A
City Manager.Callinan advised Debra Homes, Inc. was re
Final Map Approval,.
questing final map'approval of 49 lots in Country Club
Country Club Est.,
Estates, Subdivision No. 2. Unit E; referred the Council
Sub. No. 2, Unit E
to his memo dated April lst and comments set forth therein;
and pointed out the displayed map. Discussion followed.
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April 5, 1976
Councilman Beary stated he would abstain from discussion
and voting on this matter as he was currently doing some work,
for Debra Homes, Inc.
Mr- Jddk Lehrer was present was answered questions from
the Council on behalf of Debra Homes, Inc.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and approved by the following roll call vote, the
Council approved the final map for Debra Homes, Inc.,
Country Club Estates, Subdivision No. 2, Unit E, and authori-
zed the Mayor to execute an appropriate Subdivision Agree-
ment prior to the map being released for recording, and
with the understanding that in approving the final map
the City is not guaranteeing sewer and water service.
AYES: (3) Councilmen Eck, Roberts and Flores
NOES: (0) None
ABSTAIN: (1) Councilman'Beary
I .. ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hopkins
File Nos. 0240 and City Manager Callinan reviewed the three streets to be
0275, Renaming of renamed and their locations; and stated that notice of
Streets the public hearing had been made by publication of a legal
notice in the local newspaper.
Mayor Flores declared open the public hearing on File Nos.
0240 and 0275, renaming San Benito Way to San Benito Drive
and Santa Clara Court to Santa Clara Place and Dawn Court
to Dawn Drive.
There being no person desiring to speak, Mayor Flores de-
clared the public hearing closed.
Resolution 7.6-64 A RESOLUTION OF THE ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL RENAMING
VARIOUS CITY STREETS
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
76-64 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Extension of City Manager Callinan referred councilmembers to his memo
Roberts & Aguirre dated April lst and comments made therein pertaining to
Bond an extension of time on a bond posted to 'guarantee improve-
ment of Snyder Lane adjacent to Rancho Grande Mobile Home
Park,
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized
an extension until September 1, 1977 on the bond post I ed
for the improvement of Snyder Lane adjacent to the Rancho
Grande Mobile Home Park with the condition that Industrial
Indemnity Company who issued the bond also consent to the
extension.
Page 7 April 5, 1976
Storer Cable TV City Manager Callinan discussed with the Council a letter
Proposed Increase from Jack Harper, Storer Cable TV, dated March 19th, re-
in Rates questing approval for certain increases in rates. Mr.
Callinan suggested that Mr..Harper be requested to discu=ss
said increases with other cont52acted areas in the County,
leaving Rohnert Park until last, so that the Council would
be in a position of reviewing the decisions made by the
other cities.
It was the consensus of the Council to defer action on
Storer Cable TV's .requested increase in rates as suggested
by Mr. Callinan. The Council requested that Mr. Callinan
keep it posted as to the progress of negotiations between
Mr. Harper and the cities being asked for rate increases.
Sonoma County City Manager Callinan referred the Council to copies of
Request for the March 23rd letter from the County of Sonoma requesting
Reimbursement for reimbursement for $7,134 for special census costs, and
Special Census to his memo of April lst with comments pertaining thereto.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized the
payment of $7,134 to the County of Sonoma for special census
costs..
Regional Water
City Manager Callinan advised that at its March 25th meeting
had
Quality Control
in Ukiah the Regional Water Quality Control Board
capacity limit of
B oard Meeting
approved the raising of the treatment
City's sewer plant increasing same by 200,000 gallons
the
a day. The additional capacity will provide service for
approximately 600 units, which should be sufficient until
such time as the City connects to the Llano Treatment Plant.
Benecia Park
City Manager Callinan stated that some improvements are
in his memo
Outfield
being made to the "B" Park outfield, as noted
to the Council dated April 1st, and advised that Supt.
of Public Works Eagan would like to re -work the entire
field in the fall. Mr. Eagan was present and discussed
the matter with the Council.
Mini -gym Update
City Manager Callinan referred the councilmembers to his
of the facilities
memo of April lst and discussion therein
mini at the junior high school.
available at the new gym
CETA Update
City Manager Callinan directed the Council's attention
Albright in which
to a -memo from Asst. to City Manager
he outlines the CETA program request for the upcoming fiscal
gear, copies of which had been presented to the Council.
Directorship of
City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his memo
Plitner's letter of opinion
Savings and Loan
Savings and
of April 1st, and City Attorney
dated March 3rd, in which he advises that he has been
approached to serve as a director on the Board of the Rohnert
Park Savings and Loan Association, and details the specific
conditions under which he would consider serving. The
Council indicated it had no objections to Mr. Callinan
accepting a directorship of the Rohnert Park Savings and
Loan Association. '
Page 8 April 5, 1976
Payfnent to
Marvin Massey
City Manager Callinan directed the Council's attention
to his memo of April lst wherein he discusses the circum-
stances of a citation being issued to Mr. Marvin Massey
and subsequent impounding of his vehicle. City Attorney
Flitner stated there is a possibility that a claim for
lack of probable cause could be filed against the City
and recommended paying Mr, Massey $35.00 for expenses to
preclude such a claim®
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
.
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Council approved
reimbursing Mr® Marvin Massey the amount of $35.00 concern -
ing the incident of Mr. Massey's vehicle and the Public
Safety Department.
Traffic Enforcement
Division Grant
City Manager Callinan noted that each counci.lmember had
Application
received a copy of Director of Public Safety Dennett's
grant application to the Office of Traffic Safety for a
traffic enforcement division, Mr. Callinan will advise
the Council if the grant is approved because Council
acceptance will be required.
Dental
Self- Insurance
City Manager Callinan advised that the City had decided
to handle the dental self- insurance program in- house,
and referred councilmembers to further comments on this
subject as contained in his memo dated April 1st.
Treated Wastewater
for Irrigation
City Manager Callinan advised that an agreement had been
reached between the City of Rohnert Park and Petersen
Brothers Dairy concerning treated wastewater for irrigation.
A copy of the letter agreement is attached to these minutes.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved, the Council approved
the letter agreement between Petersen Brothers and the
City of Rohnert Park concerning treated wastewater for
irrigation.
Commuter Parking at
the Interchange
City Manager Callinan advised that the State had applied
for
a grant for a commuter parking lot at the interchange
area of the freeway and Expressway last year and would
probably do so again.
SD99
City Manager Callinan initiated a discussion concerning
SB 99, promoting low cost housing, Mr. Callinan stated
he had met this date with a mortgage lender with a view
toward obtaining mortgage money at low interest rates;
stated if he can put together a program the City might
be able to provide some low cost housing, stated the matter
Attorney Fees
was in the exploratory stage at this time.
Roberts & Aguirre
City Attorney Flitner initiated a discussion concerning
the collection of attorney fees in the Roberts and Aguirre
suit; stated the law defines when attorney fees are collect-
ible. With regard to a class suit, Mr.Flitner stated
he felt that the people shouldhave the night to challenge
an unfair act, and would most,like.ly hesitate to do so
if they had to pay the attorney fees.
April 5, 1976
.Page 9
Vandalism at Golf
city Attorney Flitner stated that with regard to the golf
be to file against
Course
course vandalism case, it would possible
in this County, which would probably re-
the fourth party
sult in a default judgment in the City's favor. The judgment
would then be sent to an agency in Los Angeles for collection•
Cotati-Rohnert Park
City Attorney Flitner stated he had accepted the
toobetserved
Lawsuit
lawsuit for Rohne 9 a's
Mr. Flitner described the points covered in
Qantas EIR
with same.
the suit, as well as the points in the EIR which are being
File No. 0418
challenged by Cotati. Mr. Flitner felt the Court would
review and determine whether adequate reasoning was exercised
the EIR; further
by the Council in accepting and approving
to the restraining order.
stated he would file ari answer
he has requested Qantas Develop -
City Manager Callinan stated
Corporation to reimburse the City for legal fees in
ment
connection with the lawsuit.
of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Beary,
Upon motion
unanimously approved, the Council directed staff to
and
forward a letter to Qantas Development Corporation over
the Mayor's signature, requesting that Qantas reimburse
in defense of the
the City for legal fees for litigation
EIR.
Repayment
City Manager Callinan advised that Roberts and Aguirre
Mobile Home Park had requested
of Roberts and
partner in the Rancho Grande
repayment period re the lawsuit for sewer
Aguirre Lawsuit
a six months
fee�'which the City won. Mr. Flitner felt this
connection
was reasonable; stated it should be in writing.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Eck.,:
and unanimously approved, the Council authorized a six
Aguirre judg ment,
month repayment period for the Roberts and
a repayment plan in writing.
and directed staff to secure
City Manager Callinan requested Council consideration for
The
Council
Assignments
making new Ex Officio assignment changes. assignments°
following
discusoed and agreed to the
Cities - Schools Coordinating Committee (Eck); ABAG
(Hopkins - Alternate, Roberts); Parks and Rec. Commission
Commission Liaison (Roberts);
Liaison (Flores); Cultural Arts
Commission Liaison (Eck); Water Agency Policy
Planning
(Beary - Alternate Flores); Legislation Review
Committee
(Hopkins - Alternate Eck); City - County Policy Committee
(Hopkins); County Solid Waste Management Plan Advisory
Advisory
Comm. (Eck); Library Board (Flores), Youth
Hopkins); Golf Course
Commission .(Beary = Alternate
Advisory (Eck and Flores).
The following committees were disbanded: Undergrounding
CommcniSy��Pdg^
Committee; Recreation Vehicle Committee;
Land Negotiating Committee; Op pac-
Committee; Park
Land Investors Research; Campx�ehensive
Negotiat ion with
Health Planning.
Mr. Dennis Ryan, meteorologist, Was recognized and urged
caution regarding the allocation of water; felt other
counties may be in need of water this summer.
Councilman Beary made a motion to endorse in concept the
supplying of dairymen in southern Sonoma County surplus
water in case of dire need this summer, and stated he
would return to the Council with more definitive guidelines
from Mr. Gene Benedetti as to need. Councilman Eck second-
ed the motion which was approved by the following voice
vote.
AYES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Eck and Flores
NOES: (0) None
ABSTAIN: (1) Councilman Roberts
ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hopkins
Councilman Roberts stated he.was abstaining because the
amount of water needed had not been determined.
Water to County Councilman Beary made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, that the City open
discussions with Sonoma County and explore the possibility
of drilling additional wells to provide emergency water
for the County water system along the guidelines that
had been explored approximately a year ago.
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April 5, 1976
Utopia
Councilman Beary suggested that the name of Rohnert Park
be changed to Utopia. The Council took no action on this
suggestion.
Southwesterly
Entrance
Councilman Beary initiated a discussion concerning the
planned but not built southwesterly entrance, :road, felt
this
was a logical entrance into the City; felt the best
methods would be to extend the entrance which adjoins
Foster Freeze, connect to Gravenstein Hwy. which would
come into College View Drive. Mr. Callinan stated that
covenants had been required from the McDowell property
owners and Morehouse Property owners to allow for this
Project. The Council requested a preliminary report and
follow
up on this matter by staff. Councilman Beary re-
quested a work session to discuss street priorities.
Sale of Water to
Dairymen
Councilman Beary stated Mr. Gene Benedetti had approached
him
concerning the possibility of the City selling some
water to dairymen, if needed, this summer. Councilman
Beary felt the Council should support this request and
develop a special rate for said water.
Discussion followed with Mr. Callinan advising that the
,City had ample water with the exception being a prolonged
hot spell, and stated the City would supply surplus water
only.
Mr. Dennis Ryan, meteorologist, Was recognized and urged
caution regarding the allocation of water; felt other
counties may be in need of water this summer.
Councilman Beary made a motion to endorse in concept the
supplying of dairymen in southern Sonoma County surplus
water in case of dire need this summer, and stated he
would return to the Council with more definitive guidelines
from Mr. Gene Benedetti as to need. Councilman Eck second-
ed the motion which was approved by the following voice
vote.
AYES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Eck and Flores
NOES: (0) None
ABSTAIN: (1) Councilman Roberts
ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hopkins
Councilman Roberts stated he.was abstaining because the
amount of water needed had not been determined.
Water to County Councilman Beary made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, that the City open
discussions with Sonoma County and explore the possibility
of drilling additional wells to provide emergency water
for the County water system along the guidelines that
had been explored approximately a year ago.
Northern Area Public Mayor Flores asked if staff had checked into placing
Safety Sub Station a Public Safety Sub Station in the northern area of the
City. Mr. Callinan responded that the Public Safety Depart-
ment had tested their response time to that area of the
City and found it to be very good; stated that as
development grows in that area a facility will be placed
there on the site already owned on Country Club Drive.
Discussion followed with the feeling of the Council being
that a formal program be formulated for development of
a Public Safety facility in the northern area. Mr.
'Callinan was requested to follow up on the matter.
Library Advisory Mayor Flores stated that the Rohnert Park-- Cotati Library
Committee Advisory Committee had met recently and recommended that
the new library be named Rohnert Park - Sonoma County Library.
Discussion followed. Councilman Beary suggested that
the name of Margaret Hahn be taken into consideration
in naming the library, in view of her many years of service
to the community in this field. It was suggested that
perhaps a large attractive room in the new library be
named in honor of Mrs. Hahn.
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Babe Ruth
Councilman Beary stated he had been attempting to locate
Concession
a concession stand for Babe Ruth Baseball and Paul Wright
Stand
of Santa Rosa had donated some small shack -type buildings
which could be made into a concession stand with repair
and painting; requested the Council allocate up to ,$200
for this project.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized
an amount up to $200 for a concession stand for the
Babe Ruth Baseball Field at the junior high baseball field.
Beautification
Mayor Flores initiated a discussion regarding past beauti-
Project
'fication projects and stated this year he would like
the City to obtain seven 15 gal. evergreen trees for
five parks throughout the City; and 500 additional trees
which would be offered to residents at one -half price
to encourage the planting of trees in resident yards.
Discussion followed. Mayor Flores had estimated . the. cost
to be $1750 for the park trees and $2750 for tree planting
project for residents. Discussion continued.
Upon motion by Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the purchase and
planting of the trees for the parks was approved.
Councilman Beary made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, authorizing staff to
purchase up to 500 trees and offer to residents of the
City at one -half price, at a cost to the City of $1500;
total allocation of up to $2700 for the City's tree
planting project.
Northern Area Public Mayor Flores asked if staff had checked into placing
Safety Sub Station a Public Safety Sub Station in the northern area of the
City. Mr. Callinan responded that the Public Safety Depart-
ment had tested their response time to that area of the
City and found it to be very good; stated that as
development grows in that area a facility will be placed
there on the site already owned on Country Club Drive.
Discussion followed with the feeling of the Council being
that a formal program be formulated for development of
a Public Safety facility in the northern area. Mr.
'Callinan was requested to follow up on the matter.
Library Advisory Mayor Flores stated that the Rohnert Park-- Cotati Library
Committee Advisory Committee had met recently and recommended that
the new library be named Rohnert Park - Sonoma County Library.
Discussion followed. Councilman Beary suggested that
the name of Margaret Hahn be taken into consideration
in naming the library, in view of her many years of service
to the community in this field. It was suggested that
perhaps a large attractive room in the new library be
named in honor of Mrs. Hahn.
Page 12 April 5, 1976
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved, the Council recommended
naming the new library in Rohnert Park the 97Rohnert Park --
Sonoma County Library ", said recommendation to be passed
on to the Sonoma County Library Commission.
Water Conduit at Mayor Flores stated that Pete McCormick of the Library
new Library Site Advisory Committee was considering the installation of
a decorative water fountain at the new library site, cost
to be approximately $15,000. Mayor Flores requested that
the Council request staff to approve a Change Order to
allow for a conduit to be installed to.carry water
at the library site.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved, the Council requested that
staff issue an appropriate Change Order to provide for
a conduit to be installed to carry water to the future
fountain at the new library site.
Relocating Bus Stop Mayor Flores initiated a discussion requesting that staff
check into relocating a bus stop at the new library site,
if feasible. Mr. Callinan indicated he would do so.
United Nation's Day Mayor Flores initiated a discussion concerning United
Nation's Day, soliciting Council opinion on designating
an individual to work with the National Committee in making`.
suggestions for UN Day. Discussion followed. The con-
sensus of the Council was to take no action on this matter
at this time.
Quarterly Councilman Eck initiated a discussion concerning the latest
Newsletter issue of the City's Newsletter; stated he felt the letter
was being used to promote the incumbent councilmembers
rather than being an informative paper; felt the article
inquiring as to whether the City should restrict growth
was biased; felt that the quarterly newsletter should
make an honest attempt to inform residents. Discussion
followed. Councilman Beary suggested -the, councilmembers'
names and phone numbers be placed in the newsletter.
Councilman Eck made a motion that the Quarterly Newsletter
promote news and not incumbent councilmembers. Council-
man Eck's motion died for lack of a second. Councilman
Eck requested that more news regarding the development
of -the City be placed in the newsletter and asked that
advance notice be given to the Council prior to releasing
the Newsletter. Discussion followed.
Building Codes Councilman Roberts stated he will be requesting the forma-
tion of an Ad Hoc. Committee for updating and reviewing
building codes; commended the Council's recommendation
on the northern area Public Safety Sub Station.
Page 13 April 5, 1976
Executive Session City Manager Callinan requested the Council to meet in
Executive Session at the end of the regular meeting to
discuss labor negotiations with S.C.O.P.E.
Adjournment
APPROVED:
There being no further business, Mayor Flores adjourned
the meeting at approximately
to an executive session after
adjourn to April 19, 1976 at
Recreational Building.
12°10 a.m., April 6, 1976,
which the Council would
7:00 p.m. at Ladybug Park
The regular session was followed by an executive session
which commenced at 12:10 a.m.., April 6, 1976, and at
which all councilmen, with the exception of Councilman
Hopkins, were present, as well as City Manager Callinan
and City Attorney Flitner, and which was held to discuss
labor negotiation matters. The executive session was
adjourned at approximately 12:40 a.m., April 6, 1976,
to April 19th at 7:00 p.m. at the Ladybug Park Recreational
Building.
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Mayor
De uty City Clerk
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
6750 COMMERCE BOULEVARD
ROHNERT PARK, SONOMA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA 94928
TELEPHONE 795-5416
Petersen Brockers Daiq�
6110 Pmersen
7 ox.1
Sebastopol, California 95472
FILE: Project 1976-6
nstewRter irrigation 131�
SUBUCT: Agreement-
Gentleman:
zh,s y-oa axe -Ire, Cram tAe many meetings we have had, th(
City is very inteKqsted in a joint project With Y011 fOr
the use of treated wastewater for Arigation. Therefore,
tais letter outlines the details of c)ny-
; 1- or
such a joint project.
The city will provide the treated wastewater and the
electrical power and you will provide all oth-r items necessary
to produce and harvest a, corn crop on 80 acren of land adjacmM bi ,LI:j T lant,
to the
.arA, �,-,nstewater treatment
Foilowing is the basis of establishing costs and coop values;
F,timatee cash
cost to Petersen
Brothers:
I
Seedbed preparatioi-z-
030 per
acre
1.0
2,
Sped cono
4
4P
i4
3.
seej!,`
u
4,
Fertilizer
and A?plication
r 0
It
5.
Pipe Rental
'71 U11 C"' c S 1-:
es
Ts
7.
Irrivation
labor
251
S.
Land renz
—
$197
0-V,',,-rhead & Misc. Costs @ 10% 4 Ct
TOTAII
Therefore, total eotimated cash cost to Petersen Brothers is
80 acres x y"217 per acre J7,3G0.00-
The value of corn in the field will be calculated at 17% of
the price of No. 2 leafy alfalfa hay as sho-mn in the Market
News Service delivnred in Petall"Tta Olrt ,,.he, date nearest the
Petersen Brothers corn crop harvest date.
Peterson Brothers Dairy
April 2, 1976
The method of repaying the cost of electric power supplied by
the City shall be as follows;
No repayment until estimated cash cost of $17,360,00
has been recovered by Petersen Brothers,
2. Repayment shall be based on 25% of the corn crop value
above the cash cost of $17,360.00 recovered by the
Petersen Brothers with the maximum repayment being
equal to the cost of electrical power paid by City
(estimated at approximately $600,00),
it is further understood that the Petersen Brothers will utilize
as much treated wastewater for irrigation purposes as possible.
The above details are agreeable to the Petersen Brothers
and to the City as indicated by the signatures below.
PETERSEN BROTHERS
Donal E. Petersen
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
R—o- I —a n—E 17 B r —us t
Director of Public Works/
City Engineer
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