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1976/06/28 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 28, 1976 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 8:00 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 to order at approximately 8:00 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Present: ("4) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins, Roberts and' Flores Absent: (1) Councilman Eck, Mayor Flores stated Councilman Eck was out of town. Staff present for all or part of the.meeting: City Manager Callinan and City Attorney Flitner. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the minutes of June 14, 1976 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $693,398.30 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. Letter from Wayne Councilman Roberts stated he had handed City Manager Pixley Concerning Callinan a letter from Wayne R. Pixley which he would Fireworks like read at the appropriate time on the agenda. The Council. agreed, Rancho Cotate Councilman Roberts initiated a discussion concerning High School the letter from Governor Brownts office advising that Marching Band the'Rancho Cotate High School Marching Band has been selected to represent the State of California at the inaugural events in Washington, D. C.; noted that this was quite an achievement and asked the news media to publicize. Mayor Flores requested that a letter of endorsement and encouragement be forwarded to the Rancho Cotate High School Marching Band. Page 2 June 28, 1976 Letter from Chubb/ Councilman Hopkins initiated a discussion concerning Pacific Indemnity a letter from Chubb /Pacific Indemnity Group regarding Group Concerning the Brazil /City of Rohnert Park lawsuit; queried City Lawsuit Attorney Flitner as to whether there was any danger that the City might not be adequately covered. Mr. Flitner responded that a legal technicality risk was always present in any lawsuit, but felt.the City had adequate coverage in the Brazil matter. Letter of Mayor Flores asked City Manager Callinan to read a .!Appreciation letter of appreciation from Lisa Greenfield regarding from Lisa the tree beautification project, which he did. Mayor Greenfield Flores felt this was typical of the reaction of all residents acquiring trees under this project. Relocation of Mayor Flores initiated a discussion concerning a letter Northbound from the State Department of Transportation with regard Directional Signs to the proposed relocation of northbound directional on Hwy. 101 signs on U.S. 101 to the college via Rohnert Park Express - way; stated he would set up a meeting with representatives from the City of Cotati and the State Department of Transportation regarding this matter. Unscheduled Public Mr. Frank, Collins, Activities Coordinator for the, Appearances Rancho Cotate High School Music Committee spoke of the honor accorded the Rancho Cotate Marching Band in being selected to represent the State of California at the inaugural events in Washington, D.C.; felt the City should be very.proud of the band and requested the City and the Council give full support to the band; suggested the City consider issuing booster buttons to residents showing its support. Mayor Flores thanked Mr. Collins for his comments and assured him of the Council's backing and support of the Rancho Cotate High School Band. Lilac Tot Lot Mrs. Kitty Collins, 828 Lilac Way, was recognized and expressed displeasure with the Parks and Recreation Commission, stating she had requested that the subject . of improvements to the Lilac Tot Lot be considered at its last meeting, and the Commission had not done so. Mrs. Collins read a petition signed by residents in her area concerning improving the Lilac Tot Lot, said petition being attached to the original copy of these minutes. Discussion followed. Mayor Flores stated an inspection of the Tot Lot would be 'made by councilmembers and recommendations presented at the next meeting concerning same; and thanked Mrs. Co1lins for her interest in the community. Page 3 June 28, 1976 Car Washes During Mrs. Barbara Rowan, 7406 Adrian Drive, was recognized Hot Spells and expressed: concern with the fund raising car washes that had been donducted recently during the extreme heat in the City; indicated it was difficult to teach water conservation to her children when teens were running hoses washing cars at local service stations. Discussion followed concerning the amount of water used in washing cars; whether this source of revenue should be eliminated for fund raising during hot spells, etc. The consensus of the Council was that during extreme hot spells in the City groups would be requested not to conduct car washes. The Council thanked Mrs. Rowan for her interest in conserving water in the community. Unification of Mr. Maurice Fredericks, a member of the Board of Trustees, Cotati - Rohnert Park Cotati- Rohnert Park School District, was recognized School District and made"a presentation regarding school district unifi- cation; indicated there would be a meeting with Wilson Riles, State Superintendent of Public Education and the State Board of Education on July 8th; invited the councilmembers to attend, if possible. A discussion ensued concerning the cost of financing unification of the Cotati- Rohnert Park School District. It was generally felt that unification would be desirable, but the cost of same should be carefully considered. The Council thanked Mr. Fredericks for his presentation. Councilman Hopkins made a motion, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, designating Councilman Beary as the Council representative on school unification at the July 8th hearing. Certificates Mayor Flores made a presentation of a Certificate of of Appreciation Appreciation to the Boy Scout Troop No. 352 for circulating notices in the 11L" neighborhood notifying of a City Council meeting in that section. Mayor Flores presented Certificates of Appreciation to the following public safety personnel for their outstanding service during the recent pipeline explosion in Cotati: Jerry R. Bick, Robert Williams, David C. Cal.lagher,.Delane E. Patton, James C. Park, and Robert E. Dennett. Chief Dennett thanked the Council on behalf of all the public safety personnel Mechanical Play City Manager Callinan indicated that, at the Council's Devices direction, a 20 minute time period had been scheduled at this meeting, for Mr. Chumley, Mr. Swiss Restaurant, to request a change in the zoning ordinance to allow mechanical play devices in his business establishment, and present support for same. Page 4 June 28, 1976. Mayor Flores declared open the scheduled public hearing concerning amending prohibition against mechanical play devices, Mr. Chumley.was not in the chamber, Mr. Callinan read a letter from Rev. Holm of Crown Lutheran Church opposing amending the existing ordinance to allow mechanical ;.splay devices in the community; indicated he had received a call from Mrs. Kathy Logue, a former owner of Mr. Swiss restaurant, supporting an amendment of the existing ordinance to allow the devices, Mr. Callinan referred the Council'to his memo dated: June 25th, and comments made therein; to City Attorney Flitner'.s memo dated June`14th with two draft ordinances attached establishing the'use of mechanical play devices in C -Rec zoning only, subject to a use permit. Mr, Bryce Sudernow, 8010 Petaluma Hill Rd., was recognized and spoke in favor of permitting mechanical play devices in the community; did not feel they would present a problem.: Mrs. Alice Wells, 5249 Callecita Ct., was recognized and opposed a change in the existing ordinance to allow mechanical play devices in the community. There being no other person desiring to speak, Mayor Flores declared the public hearing closed. Discussion followed with the councilmembers, Mr. Callinan and Mr. Flitner participating. Mr. Callinan directed the Council's attention to the agreement with Jim Decker 'concerning his b-)wling alley, and suggested the zoning ordinance be amended to allow mechanical play devices in C -Rec zoning only, subject to a use permit, proceeding through the proper channels via the Planning Commission for public hearing, etc.- Councilman Beary made a motion; seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and approved by the following voice vote, to refer the proposed ordinace drawn by City Attorney Flitner, permitting mechanical play devices in C -Rec zoning only, subject to a use permit, to the Planning Commission for public hearing and 'a recommendation to the Council. AYES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins and Flores NOES: (1) Councilman Roberts. ABSENT: (1) Councilman Eck. Page 5 June 28, 1976 Resolution 76-101 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF BONDS (DeerMeadow Village, Unit No. 1) City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and his memo to the Council dated June 25th concerning same. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary,'and unanimously approved,'the reading of Resolution 76-101 . was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution 76-102 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT FOR IMPROVEMENT OF SANTA ALICIA DRIVE City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and his memo to the Council dated June 25th concerning same, advising that the referral on the agenda to Qantas Development Corporation was in error., Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 76-102 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution 76-103 A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT, WELL NO. 13, PROJECT 1976-11 City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and his memo to the Council dated June 25th concerning same. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 76-103 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution 76-104 RESOLUTION ENDORSING STUDY OF FEASIBILITY OF LIABILITY SELF-INSURANCE city'Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and his memo to the Council dated June 25th concerning Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the re ading of Resolution 76-104 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution 76-105 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FILING OF GRANT APPLICATION FOR DEMONSTRATION PROJECT GRANT FOR BICYCLE PATHS City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution and his memo to the Council dated June 25th concerning same. Upop,motion of Councilman Roberts, I seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approvpd, the reading of Resolution 76-105 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Page 6 June 28, 1976 Agreement with City Manager Callinan requested that the matter of County of approving an agreement with the County of Sonoma for Sonoma Services of Fiscal Agent on Improvement Bond Issuance be deferred until the next meeting, at the request of the County Treasurer's office. The Council agreed. File 0476, City Manager Callinan explained the application of Cofego Enterprises Cofego Enterprises for rezoning of 5.31 acres on the ..ea.st.side of Commerce Boulevard between Hunter Drive and.Enterprise Drive from PA -PD to CR -PD; stated notice of the public hearing had been published in the local newspapers and mailed to surrounding property owners; further'stated Mr. Codding had phoned and was unable to appear because of a prior commitment. Councilman Beary stated he would abstain from discussion and voting on this matter because of a possible conflict of interest. City Manager Callinan stated for the record that he was a member of the Board of Directors for the Rohnert Park Savings and Loan Association, which owned a portion of the property involved. :Councilman Roberts stated he was a member of the Board of Directors for the Rohnert Park Savings and Loan Assoication and queried City Attorney Flitner as to whether he should abstain from voting on this matter. Mr. Flitner stated that if the conflict of interest was determined to be remote, and in consideration of .the "rule of necessity" of conducting Council business, it would appear that Councilman Roberts could discuss and vote on this matter. Mayor Flores declared open the public hearing on File 0476, Cofego Enterprises application for rezoning 5.31 acres on the east side of Commerce Boulevard between Hunter Drive and Enterprise Drive from PA -PD to CR -PD. There being no person desiring to speak, Mayor Flores declared the public hearing closed. Ordinance 314 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (Zoning . Map Change - A. P. No. 143- 050 -54 City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Mayor Flores, and approved by the following voice vote, the reading of Ordinance 314 was waived. and said ordinance was introduced. AYES: (3) Councilmen Hopkins, Roberts and Flores NOES: (0) None ABSTAIN: (1) Councilman Beary ABSENT: (1) Councilman Eck Site Plan for City Manager Callinan.referred to the displayed site I'D" park plan of ''D" park, prepared by Herr /Smith Landscape Architects, and Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain °s memo dated June 23rd, reading the proposed changes to the plan as outlined therein. Discussion followed regarding a swimming pool in the northern area. Commissioners Helgren and Hofmann were present and answered questions from the Council concerning said proposed swimming pool. ;Councilman Roberts suggested that developers, using heavy duty equipment at hand, prepare the proposed.park areas by leveling and grading the land which would leave only the landscaping and sprinkling work to be completed by the City; felt this could be done at the time the subdivisions are being developed and a credit allocated to the developer for this extra work. Page 7 June 28, 1976 Transport Avenue City Manager,Callinan. explained the proposed alignment Alignment : of Transport,Avenue between Rohnert Park Expressway and Hinebaugh Creek, referring to a map on display. Discussion followed with the feeling of the Council being that owners of the properties north of Hinebaugh Creek adjacent to the road be advised of the change in the configuration of same. Mr. Callinan stated he would do so. Mr. Jim Luger,, representing RCW Development Company, was recognized and stated that with the road currently curving to,the right,,a small triangle of Codding land bisects the RCW property; stated it would be to the benefit of both parties for the road to be aligned at a straight angle as suggested by City staff. Lovmark City tanager Callinan discussed City Engineerts Brust's Building memo dated June 28th,concerning items to be completed at the site.of the Lovmark Building on South Santa Rosa Avenue; and solicited comments from the Council concerning its previous expression that it wanted to personally approve occupancye The Council indicated i:t.would individually inspect the structure and aesthetics of the Lovmark property and return at the next meeting with recommendations thereto. ASA Girls City Manager Callinan reviewed the request of the Parks Softball League and Recreation Commission to allocate funds for the purchase of a trophy for the ASA Girls Softball team. Councilman Hopkins made a motion, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, approving the purchase of a trophy for the ASA Girls Softball Team. Site Plan for City Manager Callinan.referred to the displayed site I'D" park plan of ''D" park, prepared by Herr /Smith Landscape Architects, and Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain °s memo dated June 23rd, reading the proposed changes to the plan as outlined therein. Discussion followed regarding a swimming pool in the northern area. Commissioners Helgren and Hofmann were present and answered questions from the Council concerning said proposed swimming pool. ;Councilman Roberts suggested that developers, using heavy duty equipment at hand, prepare the proposed.park areas by leveling and grading the land which would leave only the landscaping and sprinkling work to be completed by the City; felt this could be done at the time the subdivisions are being developed and a credit allocated to the developer for this extra work. Page 8 June 28, 1976 Councilman Beary made a'motion. by 0-iino-ilman Hopkins, and appvov.o>a ijy the fonowing voice vote, to approve the site plan for I'D" park incorporating changes recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission. AYES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins and Flores NOES: (1) Councilman Roberts ABSENT:. (1). Councilman Eck Tennis Court City Manager Callinan read that,portion of Parks and Priority Rules Recreation Director Pekkain's memo dated June 23rd pertaining.to the tennis court priority rules, copies of which had been presented to the Council. Terry Hofmann was recognized and advised that a tournament had just been completed; expressed appreciation for the two:hour priority time for adults, 16 and over, in the:su.mmer evenings; felt that this rule was a good compromise for all concerned. Councilman Beary made a motion, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, to continue the tennis court priority rule of making the tennis courts available fr om, 8:00-10:00 p.m. for adults 16 years of age and over. Spivock Land City Manager Callinan gave an update on the Spivock land; advised that Mr. Spivock had appeared before the Board of Supervisors and was advised to pursue the golf course concept for the open I space land, as, from the,County standpoint, the original project to purchase the land as open space appears to be a dead issue. Bicentennial,. City Manager Callinan requested input from the council- Time Capsule members as to items to be placed in the time capsule, 'which will be buried July 4th at the Library site; and specifically a statement from each member of the, Council. 'Mrs. Alice Wells, of the Bicentennial Committee, was present and described the festivities planned on July 4th; indicated the exact site at the Library where the capsule would be buried had not been determined. Mayor Flores thanked Mrs; Wells and the Bicentennial Committee for the time and work expended for this Bicentennial project. Page 9 June 289 1976 Radio Station City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo dated June KSUN 25th with the Council and comments made therein pertaining to councilmembers participating in a public affairs program at•Radio Station KSUN concerning City matters. Discussion followed with the feeling being that a member could appear once every five weeks on.an alternating basis. Councilman Roberts indicated he made himself available to the residents of the City at his place of business and at his home, and felt his limited free time schedule would prohibit him from participating. Staff was•request.ed to advise the station that at least the other.three present members of the Council, as well as possibly Councilman Eck, would participate in the KSUN public affairs program on an alternating basis.' Proposed Budget City'Manager Callinan presented copies of the proposed 1976 -77 budget would be available to the public and thanked the Commissions, department heads, and many volunteers for their. help this past year. Mayor Flores indicated budget discussions would commence on July 6th at 7 :00 p.m. and invited the public to attend. Letter of Mayor Flores explained the House of Representatives Appreciation to has passed an extension of the Federal General Revenue Congressman Sharing Bill with Congressman Clausen voting in the Clausen affirmative; suggested that a Letter of Appreciation be presented to Congressman Clausen for his help to the cities. Councilman Roberts made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to prepare a Letter of Appreciation to Congressman Clausen for support of the Federal General Revenue Sharing bill, over the signature of the Mayor', and present same to him at the Mayors and Councilmen Assoication Meeting on July Tour of Sewer City Manager Callinan suggested:a tour of the wastewater Plant treatment plant and the work in progress at that facility. The councilmembers indicated Tuesday, July 6th would be a convenient time to take the tour. State Bond City Manager Callinan advised that some $38,997 had Money for been received by •the City from the State for Regional Park partial reimbursement of the City's acquisition cost of the Ropoza'Regional Park land. Beautification City Manager Callinan advised that the tree planting Project program was being very well received by the residents of the City. Approximately 241 trees have been made available to City residents. Page 10 Page 28, 1976 Water for City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his memo Dairymen dated June 25th concerning a recent meeting with Sonoma County Water Agency and the.Farm Bureau for providing surplus water to dairymen in the County; indicated' Mr. Benedetti of Petaluma had phoned and requested that the large'connection fee be waived for the dairymen. Discussion followed concerning the hours the dairymen could take water from the City, water being available at the City Engineer's discretion; how much water would be involved, etc. Councilman.Beary made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and approved by.the following voice vote, to waivethe requirement. for diirymen drawing water from the City to furnish ,a deposit. AYES: (S) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins and Flores NOES: (1) Councilman Roberts ABSENT: (1) Councilmari` Eck Mayor Flores made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, to set the charge for water supplied to the dairymen in.the County at $60.00 per acre foot. Discussion followed concerning safeguards insuring the residents of the City did not suffer a loss of . water. Mr. Callinan indicated he did not foresee any abuse on the part of the dairymen being supplied water. Mayor Flores amended his original motion to indicate a charge of $57.00 per acre foot, rather than $60.00, and Councilman Hopkins accepted the amendment for his second. Mayor Flores amended motion was approved by the follow - ing voice vote: AYES: (8) Councilmen Beary, Hopkins and Flores NOES: (1) Councilman Roberts ABSENT:, (1) Councilman Eck. Mayors and City ".Manager'Callinan advised the Council of a Mayors Councilmens and Councilmens Association meeting on July 8th; stated Association t.hat,Congrossman Clausen will speak at the meeting Meeting and requested' that reservations' be ' made at the City Manager! s_ office, .Dump Fees Cotati - Rohnert Park School District Unification Letter from Wayne Pixley, Re Fireworks Page 11 June 23, 1976 City Manager Callinan directed the councilmember °s attention to a letter from Mayor Flores dated June 25th to the Board of Supervisors concerning dump fees, copies of which tad::been.presented to them; and a meeting of the`Barod of Supervisors on this subject attended by City Engineer Brust at which the Board decided to make no changes in dump fees other than to allow one free Sunday per month for all dumping. City Manager Callinan spoke briefly concerning the upcoming election regarding the unification of the Cotati- Rohnert Park School District; felt the Council . should provide leadership for this unification, and should take a positive stand for same; felt control of the local school district should.be localized; felt the financing could be controlled just as the City finances are controlled by.the.Council. Discussion followed faith the feeling of several council- members being that the Board of Trustees had not provided adequate information as to how.muchIit would cost the City to have a unified school district, and felt they were not prepared to proceed with an endorsement until those cost figures were available; further indicated that many residents were satisfied with the current school district. City Manager Callinan read a letter from Wayne Pixley concerningbanning fireworks, in future years and for this year, requested that the booths,selling fireworks issue warnings as to where said fireworks should be set off. Mayor Flores made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, directing staff to instruct persons selling fireworks to advise buyers to exercise extreme caution this year in setting off fireworks. Mayor Flores made a motion, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and approved by the following voice vote, requesting that a letter be directed to Fire Services Commander Bick requesting that he do an analysis and make recommendations regarding the selling of fireworks. AYES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Roberts and Flores NOES: (1) Councilman Hopkins ABSENT: (1)­ Councilman Eck Councilman Hopkins felt it was a foregone conclusion that Mr. Brick, being a. fireman, would simply state that ' fireworks . axe not. safe. City of Cotati/ Qantas EIR Lawsuit Ad Hoc Committee for Building Cedes Fred Rohnert Residents Golf Tournament Mosquito Abatement Water Turned Off Page 12 June 28, 1976 City Attorney Flitner advised the City of Cotati/ Qantas Development Company EIR lawsuit decision should be handed down the latter part of July or first of August. Councilman Roberts indicated the following individuals had agreed to serve on an ad hoc committee of citizens established to.review building codes: Gordon Adam, George Bell, Robert DeWan, Michael Fore, John Giertz, John.Jensen, John peacock, Andrew'Sotak, Jack Titus and Harry Wright. Councilman Roberts stated the first meeting would.be July lst and a report will be submitted to the Council at the September 27th meeting, Councilman Hopkins made a motion, seconded by Councilman Beary, and .unanimously approved, ratifying appointment of the names submitted by Councilman Roberts to the Ad Hoc Citizens Committee for Review of Building Codes. Major Flores made a presentation, referring to his memo to the Council dated June 24th, of a proposed golf tournament to be named The Fred Rohnert Residents Golf - Tournament, a copy of the proposal being attached to these minutes. Mayor Flores outlined the scope of the .tournament, stated Mr. Rohnert had contributed $500, and requested that the Council appoint a Chairman forth s. tournament. Councilman Hopkins made a motion, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, to,approve the recommendations set forth by Mayor Flores with regard 1. to The Fred Rohnert Residents Golf Tournament, and appoint Major Flores as Chairman of the tournament, Councilman Roberts initiated a discussion stating Mrs. Al Appleton of Dexter Circle, had informed him of swarms of mosquitos on the golf course. Mr. Callinan stated the City was in the mosquito abatement district and he would check into this matter. Councilman Roberts indicated he had reports of the water being turned off in the northern area of the City between the hours of 6:00 - 8:00 A.M., questioned if this was done due to tieing into a new subdivision. Mr. Callinan stated he would check into this matter and advise the.Council. , AB 2654 Counclman.Hopkins initiated a discussion concerning AB 2654, which limits local property taxes to support of those functions primarily related to property; suggested the Council go on record opposing this bill. Councilman Beary made a motion, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, that the Council go on record as opposing AB 26 54, and directed staff to forward letters to appropriate legislators so stating. Page 13 June 28, 1976 SB 1652 Councilman Hopkins initiated a discussion concerning SB 1652, which reimburses local governments for losses in revenue resulting from a State requirement; suggested the Council go on record supporting this bill. Councilman Beary made a motion, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, that the Council go on record in support of SB 1652, and directed staff to forward letters to appropriate legislators so stating. AB 3000 Councilman Hopkins initiated a discussion concerning AB 3000 (Special Mandatory Legislation for Peace Officers); suggested the Council go on record opposing this bill. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Council went on record as opposing AB 3000, and directed staff to forward letters to appropriate legislators so stating. Cotati - Rohnert Park Councilman Hopkins initiated a discussion concerning School District the enrollment recap of the Cotati - Rohnert Park School Enrollment Recap District, copies of which had been presented to the Council; stated he felt there were several discrepancies in -the increase /decrease of student figures particularly as they pertained to classroom facilities; felt the report should be more clearly defined. Mr. Callinan stated he would request an explanation of the figureso Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Flores adjourned the meeting at approximately 10:35 p.m. to 7 :00 p.m. on JuJ y 6th. Deputy City Clerk APPROVED: Mayor CITY OF ROHNERT PARK PRESENTS THE FRED ROHNERT RESIDENTS GOLF TOURNAMENT SATURDAY, AUGUST 7 1:00 P.M. ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE Men and Ladies Flights Established Northern California Handicap Calloway (no established handicap) Senior Citizen (62 and over) Established handicap and Calloway Prizes The first four places in each flight will receive a prize and every entrant will receive a Titlest golf ball at the 8:00 P.M. awards presentation. Entry Fee - The City Council has reduced green fees by 50% to 72.50 for this tournament which is open only to Rohnert Park citizens 18 years of age and over. Entries must be received by July 27 with the green fee. Additional Activities Hole in One Contest Putting Contest - 5:30 -7:30 Barbecue - Hamburger, Salads, Coke - $2.00 5:00 -8:00 Starting Time Please call the pro shop at 544 -0106 after August for starting times. Entry Form Fred Rohnert Residents Golf Tournament Name Telephone Number Address HandicapA FLIGHT I plan to attend the hamburger barbecue YES NO Amount enclosed Return your entry -t;o' City of Rohnert Park 6750 Gom''erce Blvd. Deadline - Jily 27 INTER - OFFICE MEMORANDUM i TO: Y.-mbers of the Rohnert Park FROM: Armando F. Flores] City Council Mayor RE: Golf Tournament For Residents DATE: June 24, 1976 Overview Tnere ed,play on our golf course has resulted in a significant revenue increase and the utilization of an important recreational resource. It is my belief that extensive efforts should be continued to maintain this highly favorable trend. With this in mind, 1 suggest the organization of an annual golf tournament open only to residents. Since this is the bicentennial year, a desirable aspect would be to name this tournament after the person most closely associated with owner - ship of the lands from which our City was formed. This person would be Fred Rohnert, I have approached Mr. Rohnert's representative and he will contribute $500 for this initial tournament. This money will be used to provide prizes and for organizational expenses, Basic Proposal 1, Name -'The tournament will be called. the Tred Rohnert Annual des dents Tournament" 2,, Eligibility - The tournament will be open to all residents of Rohnert Park who are 18 years of age and over. 3. Prizes - Prizes will be purchased with the contributed funds» Local merchants may also contribute prizes. 4. Green Fees - The City of Rohnert Parkwill designate green fees at of the regular fee ($2,50). The City will provide a Titfest golf ball for every participant. 5. Date - The tournament will be held on Saturday, August 7th, b— eglnning at 1:00 P.m. 6» Fli,hts - There will be eight flights. They will be as follows: a, Men: 1, Established Northern California Handicap 2. Calloway 3. Senior Citizen* established handicap 4, Senior Citizen* Calloway *Age 62 and over, Page 7 b» Ladies: 1. Established Northern California Handicap 2, Calloway 3. Senior Citizen* es handicap 4. Senior Citizen* Calloway *Age 62 and over, 7, Additional Activities a, Two hole -in -one contests b. Long drive contest c. Putting contest d. _ Barbecue $, Entry Deadline Tuesday, July 27th 9, Organization - The Council will designate a Chairman from its 4�i� membership. : The Chairman will be assisted by the recreation ,department. He will also request assistance from community organiza° Lions to promote maximum participation CIL - tr