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1972/02/07 City Council MinutesFOHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES February 7, 1972 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 7:05 p.m. in the City Offices, 435 Southwest Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Hopkins presiding. Call to Order Mayor Hopkins order at appr, allegiance. Roll Call Present: (5) Absent: (0) called the meeting of the regular session to :)ximately 7:05 p.m. and led the pledge of Councilmen Buchanan, Flores, Roberts, Smith and Hopkins None Staff Present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Maxwell, Engineer Hudis, and . Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the minutes of January 10 and 17 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $19,322.48 were approved. Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the Council. No action was taken on any com- munication except as noted specifically in these minutes. Resignation of Deputy A letter of resignation from Deputy City Attorney Morris City Attorney Mawson Mawson was brought to the attention of the Council. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the resignation of Deputy City Attorney Mawson was accepted. Golden Gate Transit Mayor Hopkins noted that he had received a call from Golden Gate Bridge Director William Lucius advising of extended bus service through Fohnert Park beginning February 22. Ordinance No. 165 AN ORDINANCE CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION IN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUBMITTING TO THE ELECTORS OF SAID CITY A PROPOSITION FOR THE INCURRING OF A BONDED INDEBTEDNESS OF SAID CITY FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, AND COMPLETION OF A CERTAIN MUNICIPAL IMPROVEMENT, DECLAR- ING THE ESTIMATED COST OF SAID IMPROVEMENT, THE AMOUNT OF THE PRINCIPAL OF THE INDEBTEDNESS TO BE INCURRED THEREFOR, AND THE MAXIMUM RATE OF INTEREST TO BE PAID THEREON; FIX- ING THE DATE OF SAID ELECTION, THE MANNER OF HOLDING THE SAME AND PROVIDING FOR NOTICE THEREOF - PARK BONDS City Manager Callinan summarized the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Page -2- February 7, 1972 Flores, and unanimously adopted, by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 165 was waived and said ordinance was adopted. AYES: (5) Buchanan, Flores, Roberts, Smith, Hopkins NOES: (0) None Resolution No. 72 -12 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING FILING OF WRITTEN ARGUMENT FOR CITY MEASURE - PARK BONDS City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of resolution No. 72 -12 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Revised Policy for Use Director of Parks and Recreation Pekkain explained the re- of Community Center and vised policy for use of the Community Center and Benecia Benecia Park Recreation Park Recreation Building. Discussion followed. Building Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, the revised Policy for Use of the Community Center and Benecia Park Recreation Building was approved with Mr. Pekkain directed to review and report back on same in six (6) months: AYES: (5) Councilmen Buchanan, Flores, Roberts, Smith and Hopkins NOES: (0) None Support for Babe Director of Parks .and Recreation Pekkain advised that the Ruth Baseball Parks and Recreation Commission had recommended that $826 of the "Support for Recreation Activities" budget of $2500 for 1971 -72 be earmarked for support of placing a team in the Senior Babe.Ruth League for the area. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the request for $826 to support a Senior Babe Ruth League team was approved. Project No. 1968 -1a Engineer Hudis reported work was nearing completion on Pro - roddingl.and Unit No.2 ject No. 1968 -1a, Coddingland Unit No. 2 sewer and water project, and the well should be on line within 30 days. He advised that Progress Payment No. 4 in the amount of $26,903.34 to Argonaut Constructors was in order. Mayor Hopkins Mayor Hopkins left the Council Chambers during Engineer Leaves Hud_s' report, the time being approximately 7:25 p.m. Mayor Pro Tempore Roberts assumed the chair. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved with Mayor Hopkins absent, Progress Payment No. 4 to Argonaut Constructors in the amount of $26,903.34 for Project No. 1968 -1a was approved. Page -3- February 7, 1972 Mayor Hopkins Returns Mayor Hopkins returned to the Council Chambers at this point, the time being approximately 7:28 p.m. and took over the chair. Upon questioning from the audience, City Manager Callinan explained Project No. 1968 -1a. A brief discussion followed. Mr. Al Lothe, 8419 Lancaster Drive, was recognized and asked why wells were being used for the city's water supply when there are so many rivers in the area. Mr. Callinan explained that well water is more economical than purchas- ing water from the Petaluma Aqueduct. Engineer Hudis fur- ther reported that the well should produce 750 gallons per hour and anticipated that it could possibly improve in two or three years, and with a larger pump would produce even more. Project No. 1971 -2 Engineer Hudis reported that the water line in Project No. Snyder Lane 1971 -2, Snyder Lane, had been completed and accepted and Progress Payment ##1 to Argonaut Constructors in the amount of $8,488.48 was in order. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Progress Payment # #1 to Argonaut Constructors in the amount of $8,488.48 for Pro- ject No. 1971 -2 was approved. Project No. 1972 -2 City Manager Callinan noted that the site for Project Water Tank No. 2 No. 1972 -25 Water Tank No. 2, was immediately west of the railroad tracks on Southwest Boulevard. Engineer Hudis reviewed the bids for the project. Discus- sion followed. Resolution No. 72 -13 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (Project No. 1972 -2, Water Tank No. 2 AP No. 143 - 060 -45) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -13 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72 -14 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AWARDING CONTRACT TO ARGONAUT CONSTRUCTORS (Tank No. 2, Project No. 1972 -2) City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -14 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Recess Mayor Hopkins declared a recess at this point, the time being approximately 7:47 p.m. .< ;c a: .': -.'° :: :': :': ., a :. 4; �'; :_' <• e; Page -4- February 7, 1972 Boy Scouts Mayor Hopkins called the Boys Scouts in attendance to the Mock City Council Council table. Richard Cawthon was appointed Mayor, Brian Meeting Brooks, City Attorney, and Jeff Seeman, Mike Slobodnik, George Steffensen, and Wally Davis, Councilmen. Councilmau Brooks noted there was a hole in the parking lot and felt something should be done about it. Councilman Seeman initiated a discussion concerning installa- tion of three (3) stop signs at the intersection of Snyder Lane and Southwest Boulevard. Upon motion of Councilman Seeman, seconded by Councilman Davis, and unanimously approved, the installation of three (3) stop signs at the intersection of Snyder Lane and South- west Boulevard was approved. A brief discussion was held concerning stop signs on Adrian Drive with an indication there should be more of them. Discussion was held concerning more rigid speed control on Burton Avenue with the use of radar suggested as an aid. Discussion was held concerning utilization of an unmarked police car in controlling speeding vehicles. Upon motion of Councilman Slobodnik, seconded by Councilman Davis, and unanimously approved, the use of an unmarked police vehicle was approved. A brief discussion followed concerning bike safety. Upon.motion of Mayor Cawthon, seconded by Councilman Seeman, and unanimously approved, a program to have Explorers ride bicycles and issue citations to bicycle riders was approved. The mock City Council meeting ended. Reconvene Mayor Hopkins reconvened the regular Council meeting at approximately 8;10 p.m. City Insurance City Manager Callinan reported that advance notice of a Coverage call for insurance proposals had been sent to 42 agents, speicifications prepared and sent to those agents desiring them, but only one agency had submitted proposals, Feeney Insurance Agency. He explained the proposals received. Insurance Agent Tom Feeney was present and explained that an approximate $3,000 increase in premium was due to more pro- perty being covered and earthquake coverage which had not been carried before. Discussion followed. Councilman Flores made a,motion, seconded by Councilman Smith, to accept the proposal of Feeney Insurance Agency including earthquake coverage. Discussion followed con- Page -5- February 7, 1972 cerning the advisability of including the earthquake cover- age. Councilman Flores' motion was approved with the follow- ing roll call vote: AYES: (3) Councilmen Flores, Roberts, and Smith NOES: (2) Councilmen Buchanan and Hopkins Bicycle and Foot Path City Manager Callinan reported that Norman Spivock had indi- Between Rohnert Park cated he was still agreeable to having his property used as and Cotati a bicycle path but had requested that he be held harmless from any liability. Insurance Agent Feeney had indicated there would be no problem with the city issuing a hold harmless agreement to Mr. Spivock. Charlie Cochran, 7864 Adrian Drive, was recognized and com- mented briefly. Mr. Harry L. Briggs, 500 Arlen Drive, was recognized and spoke generally concerning the responsibility of bicycle riders to be careful. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, it was agreed to hold Mr. Spivock harmless from any liability in connection with use of his property for a bike path and the city attorney was authorized to prepare an appropriate agreement. New City Office City Manager Callinan reviewed action to date on the pro - Building posed new City Office Building and advised that bids had been received for the new city office building. He intro- duced Mr. Jim Davidson, Superintendent of Cotati Elementary School District, and Architect Larry Simons. City Manager Callinan read his memo to the Council dated February 7 concerning the new city office building, a. copy of which is attached. He noted for the record that a telephone call had been re- ceived from Mr. and Mrs. Robert Petersen, 753 Lindsay Avenue, expressing opposition to the new city office building, that a typed note had been received from Harry Forni expressing support for the new city office building, and read same. Councilman Flores read a statement supporting construction of the new citycffice building now, a copy of which is attached. Architect Larry Simons reviewed the bids received for the construction of the building. City Manager Callinan read a letter from Bond Counsel Richard Raymond dated February 4, which explained the bond bid of Kirchner, Moore and Company with an effective inter- est rate of 6.213% and recommended acceptance of same. City Manager Callinan reviewed cost estimates for the pro- Page -6- February 7, 1972 ject which reflected an average monthly cost of $1,783 to the city. He outlined the steps necessary to proceed with the project. Mayor Hopkins solicited Council guidance in how best to proceed in considering the matter. The Council indicated it would hear comments from the large audience present with each speaker being limited to 3 minutes, even though the public hearing on the matter had been held several months ago. Councilman Roberts reported he had received a telephone call from Helen Magallanes who stated she was against the city purchasing the building and believed that the city govern- ment should not spend money it does not have just as she does with her household money. Councilman Roberts recommended that cigarette tax revenues he earmarked for the new city office building. Councilman Flores advised that if property taxes were used for the new building it would amount to approximately 58� per month per single family dwelling which didn't seem to be a high figure. Mayor Hopkins stated he had voted against the new building because of thelocation °, he thought it should be built on property already owned by the city and indicated that if the location were changed he would vote aye on the matter. He further stated that if the project is not approved that perhaps a professional efficiency expert should be. brought in to appriase the efficiency in the current building. Recess Mayor Hopkins declared a recess at this point, the time being approximately 9:15 p.m., to permit City Manager Calli -- nan to get the names and addresses of all those wishing to speak so they might be called in order. Reconvene Mayor Hopkins reconvened the meeting at approximately 9:25 p.m. Mayor Hopkins noted there were several people who would like to donate their. three (3) minutes time to Mr. Paul Golis but 21 minutes was too long for one person to speak and would therefore confine Mr. Golis to 10 minutes. All speakers were directed to keep their remarks confined to the subject and not wander. Mr. Lothe, 8419 Lancaster Drive, was recognized. He com- mented that the town is growing and must have government to go along with the city as it grows even though it might cost a few more cents per month on the tax bill. Business and industry must be attracted and with new businesses com- ing in, more office space ana an adequate place to meet were necessary. He agreed that a lot of money was involved Page -7- February 7, 1972 but the facilities were necessary. Mr. Dick McCaulley, 289 Burton Avenue was recognized. He noted that a mimeographed flyer distributed over the week- end had brought him to the meeting and he had come to see how the city was operated. After observation he felt assured that the City Council used reason and handled matters well. He generally agreed with Mr. Lothe's remarks. Mr. Paul Golis, 215 Allan Avenue, was recognized and com- mented that he was not surprised he would not be able to answer the remarks of the City Manager; that the city is already thinking about a $2,000,000 to $3,000,000 city hall; the city already owns two sites; the city hall is like the golf course - that started out at a cost of $250,000 and finally ended up at $750,000. He further commented that Mayor Hopkins had never mentioned before in a Council meet- ing that another location would be acceptable. Mr. Golis quoted from the minutes where Mayor Hopkins had stated the matter should be voted upon and also from the minutes that $10,000 had been budgeted for the project and now that figure had doubled. He commented that two buildings cannot be run cheaper than one; that there are lousy chairs, etc. here but there was a beautiful building that would accomo- date probably 400 people with good chairs that could have been used tonight. He expressed appreciation for the people in attendance at the meeting and noted that it was the second meeting he had brought so many to - that the first was the business license tax meeting several weeks ago. He remarked that he agreed with a suggestion earlier in the meeting concerning a study of the city operation - that there is no reason to pay so much tax. He commented that the proposed budget included a 2.5% cost of living increase for the City Manager, that a few weeks ago a 5.5% increase had been approved but that citizens should be cooperating and working on projects in this city, not just the City Manager. He presented petitions to the Council which re- flected opposition to the new city office building. Mr. Harry Briggs, 500 Arlen Drive, was recognized. He wondered about the contractor and if a bond would be re- quired but did think a new city office building was needed. Mr. Pat Taylor, 488 Alta Avenue, was recognized and comment- ed he felt the important thing was that the matter should be on the ballot. He questioned the cigarette tax being used to pay for the building since that money would have to be made up somewhere else in the budget. Councilman Roberts stated for the record he would make a motion that there would be no increase in property taxes for the 1972 -73 fiscal year; that the cigarette tax could be used for the new building and other revenues used for the remainder of the budget. Mr. Taylor further commented that if the school district does not have funds to lease beyond the three year period Page -8- February 7, 1972 then the city will have to pay the entire balance. He stated he definitely thought the matter should go to a vote of the people and they could decide how they want to vote. Mr. Hugh Turner, 7783 Burton Avenue, noted he had also come to the meeting as a result of the flyer distributed house to house and would like to hear Mr. Golis respond to City Manager Callinan's memo and would like to donate the remainder of his three (3) minutes to Mr. Golis. After a brief dipcussion the Council indicated no objection to granting the request. . Mr. Golis was again recognized. He stated he wanted to second Mr. Pat Taylor's remarks and that Mr. Callinan's remarks were right; that a company he had been associated with had owned 6.6 acres which was purchased by the city for $30,000; that he was chairman of the committee that worked on the project; that Benecia Park had been built for $99,000; that between $200,000 and $300,000 had been wasted on the golf course due to ineptness in the city administration; that when the City Manager gets paid more than one in a city three times the size of Rohnert Park and the city government has lost the common touch, it is time to return matters to the voters. Mr. Lou Beary, 810 Bernice Avenue, was recognized. He commented that there was no question that additional office space was needed ;.that he had worked on the Cotati School District tax increase election and it was one of the few California districts which obtained a tax increase for schools, that the city's tax rate had increased but some neighboring cities' tax rates had remained the same; that the city is going further into debt and taxes will go higher and higher; without the ability to attract new businesses the city will not gain sales tax revenues. Mr. Harold Heth, 531 Baron Drive, was recognized. He com- mented that he was not present to support or oppose the new building, but the Homeowners Association had submitted a letter some three weeks ago which expressed a desire that the matter be voted upon. Mr. Harold Heers, 7300 Boris Ct., was recognized. He com- mented that he was in business here, pays taxes here and hopes to pay more taxes because this will mean that his business is growing; that Rohnert Park is one of the few towns north of San Francisco that has sewage capacity neces- sary for growth; knows of several developers in town that have already bought property and are waiting for the weather to improve; knows the City Council and city staff work many hours overtime to see that city business.--, is taken care of; believes that Mr. Golis has the best interest of the community at heart also, but is surprised that Mr. Golis would be present to curtail development; complemented him for his part in founding Rohnert Park and thought the Page -9- February 7, 1972 people running the town now were good people; when more businesses and industry come into town the tax revenues will rise; thinks they will be coming very fast and doesn't like to see the citizens have fears. Mrs. Maye Dawson was recognized and stated she would like to see the matter on the ballot. Councilman Roberts explained that salaries and performances of the City Manager and department heads were reviewed on January 1 of each year and that salary increases at that time were merit increases. Councilman Roberts also commented that $18,000 cigarette tax revenues could be earmarked for the new building and in June a tight budget would have to be worked out; with new homes, businesses, and industry coming in the $18,000 will probably be picked up; that if some expense accounts are trimmed, money could be saved; that very few people attend the budget sessions, but believed the public should attend. Councilman Flores expressed appreciation for all the people present. Mr. Paul Golis read a portion from the June 21, 1971 Prelim- inary Budget message relating to 5% cost of living increases for all regular employees in classified positions and a 2 ao cost of living adjustment for certain department heads and the City Manager. City Manager Callinan stated he could make many comments but would refrain. Resolution No. 71 -15 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF OPTION AGREEMENT, AND DIRECTING RECORDATION THEREOF City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Councilman Buchanan made a motion, seconded by Councilman Flores, to waive the reading and adopt Resolution No. 71 -15. Councilman Smith stated for the record that he believed any long term indebtedness should be voted on, but in the last two years the community had grown rapidly; he is a commuter and knows that tax dollars are being spent elsewhere. As growth takes place the demand for services increases. Voting on the issues is one way to participate and the meeting tonight is another way to participate. His continued no vote would not serve any purpose and after many sleepless nights thinking about the matter had realized that some alternatives must be selected. He had almost reached the point that anything Paul Golis is for must have something wrong with it. He has tried for sometime to move this to a vote of the people but cannot delay this need any longer r: and he must in all good conscience and fulfilling a respon- sibility that city government must be run efficiently, realizing industry will not come in without some assurance Page -10- February 7, 1972 it will remain on an efficient basis, would have to see that the project is moved forward. He stated he would be happy to discuss the matter with anyone who might like fur- ther information. Councilman Buchanants motion was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: (4) Councilmen Buchanan, Flores, Roberts and Smith NOES: (1) Mayor Hopkins Resolution No. 72-16 RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH COTATI SCHOOL DISTRICT City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Mayor Hopkins asked Cotati School District Superintendent Jim Davidson to comment, Mr. Davidson stated that the school district cannot enter into a contract for longer than three (3) years but would have liked to. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 72-16 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72-17 RESOLUTION'.OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AWARDING CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ROHNERT PARK CITY OFFICES-COTATI SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICES. City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman,Buchanar�,seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72-17 was waived and.,said resolution was adopted. Recess Mayor Hopkins declared a recess at 10:20 p.m. in order to convene as the Rohnert Park Civic Commission. ec * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Reconvene Mayor Hopkins reconvened the meeting at approximately 10:22 p.m. Councilman Roberts made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, to use cigarette tax revenues for financing the now city office building and that as a statement of policy there will be no property tax increase for the 1972-73 fis- cal year. A lengthy discussion followed. Councilman Roberts' motion was approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: (3) Councilmen Buchanan, Roberts, and Hopkins NOES: (2) Councilme n Flores and Smith Page -11- February 7, 1972 Resolution No. 72 -18 RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA CONCERNING POPULATION SURVEY City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 72 -18 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72 -19 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING SUPPLEMENTAL GRANT OFFER FOR SEWER PLANT DEMONSTRATION PROJECT City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -19 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72 -20 RESOLUTION CONCERNING RATES AT GOLF COURSE City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 72 -20 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72 -21 RESOLUTION DECLARING THE INTENTION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK TO ORDER THE VACATION OF AN EASEMENT FOR UTILITY PUR- POSES UNDER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 50430 -50445 City Manager CaMnan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 72 -21 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Ordinance No. 166 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 86 (Cultural Arts Commission Meetings) City Manager Callinan and City Attorney Maxwell explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordin- ance No. 166 was waived and said ordinance was introduced. Water Quality Control. City Manager Callinan urged as many Councilmen as possible Board to attend the February 17th meeting of the Regional Water Quality Control Board at which revised waste discharge re- quirements for all dischargers to the Laguna de Santa Rosa will be considered. He reported that staff is still pur- suing efforts to use effluent for irrigation. Petaluma School City Manager Callinan reported that Petaluma School District District Meeting Board Members had suggested a new date of February 29 for the joint meeting of the City Council and school board. The Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the additional $12,000 loan to the County Treasurer's Office to meet 1915 Act Bond payments was authorized. Staff was directed to closely pursue the bond delinquency foreclosure proceedings. Council Rules of City Attorney Maxwell had copies of proposed City Council, Procedure Rules of Procedure for distribution to and study by the Councilmen. Public Appearance Chairlie Cochran, 7864 Adrian Drive, was recognized. He commented that he was Junior Class President at Rancho Cotate High School and also held office in the Key Club Page -12- February 7, 1972 Council indicated said date was agreeable. Retro- active Pay City Manager Callinan explained there were four employees caught in the Presidential wage price freeze and the Federal 'ray B Uai'u 1A c s now ruled that retro- active pay increases can be given. He reported that the four employees effected are Amantite ($123), Albright ($92), Lewis ($86), and Ojinaja ($25). A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, payment of retro-active pay to the affected employees was authorized. Interchange Overpass City Manager Callinan reported that the interchange over - pass plans and specifications have been approved by EDA and waivers given to the requirements requested by the Division of Highways; a draft of proposed agreement with the county has been received and the state is drafting a cooperative agreement which will l be scheduled for action at the Febrii- ary 22 Council meeting in order that the matter can be scheduled for consideration at the March meeting of the State Highway Commission. He advised the required apprais- als should be in this week, the form of required covenant had been sent to the involved property owners and all have indicated cooperation except Mr. Paul Golis. If all goes well, the overpass should be completed by this time next year. Golf Pro City Manager Callinan reported that the new Golf Pro, Bill Ross, had commenced his duties at the golf course on January 20 rather than on February 1 as provided in his contract and requested approval to pay Mr. Ross from the January 20th date, deducting same from former Golf Pro Porter's check. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, compensation for Golf Pro Ross was approved as outlined by Mr. Callinan. Bond Delinquencies City Manager Callinan reported that there was $27,000 on deposit with the County Treasurer's Office to cover 1915 Act delinquencies and an additional $12,000 was needed to meet bond interest payments. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the additional $12,000 loan to the County Treasurer's Office to meet 1915 Act Bond payments was authorized. Staff was directed to closely pursue the bond delinquency foreclosure proceedings. Council Rules of City Attorney Maxwell had copies of proposed City Council, Procedure Rules of Procedure for distribution to and study by the Councilmen. Public Appearance Chairlie Cochran, 7864 Adrian Drive, was recognized. He commented that he was Junior Class President at Rancho Cotate High School and also held office in the Key Club Page -13- February 7, 1972 and DeMolay and was sure that students of Rancho Cotate High School would not like what went on during the Council meeting; that there seemed to be muddled undertones but that his remarks were not directed at the Councilmen. He also thanked the Council on behalf of the high school students for their efforts in going forward with the Snyder Lane project. Western Hosts Mr. Lou Beary was recognized and requested a report on the Development Western Hosts townhouse development. City Manager Callinan responded that the company had gone into bankruptcy, the public portions of water and sewer lines were all construct- ed, but the street was not complete, and the project had been winterized. City Attorney Maxwell reported that he had been in contact with the bonding company and a contractor was being sought who would take over the project. Mr. Harold Heers was recognized and advised that he had also been in contact with the bonding company and it was hoped that the project would be out of receivership by March and a contractor selected who would go forward with the project. Holiday Park Street Councilman Smith questioned Mr. Heers about 'the street Lights lights in Holiday Park. Mr. Heers responded that most of the lights had been activated last week and only one or two unlighted ones remained. Undergrounding Upon questioning from the Council, Mr. Ralph Fitch of P.G. 6 E. reported that the undergrounding project in the Southwest Boulevard - Adrian Drive area should be done with- in a month. City Servides Mrs. Ruth Herrold, 7684 Bonita Avenue, was recognized and commented that she and her family had lived in Rohnert Park for seven years and that with five (5) children, good schools, recreational facilities and emergency services were vital, noted that the emergency crews were superb and that the purpose of her remarks was to point out that City Manager Callinan had stayed with the city through the rough early years when she was sure he could have gone somewhere else and made more money. She stated she believed Mr. Callinan earned every penny of his salary and thinks he deserves more. P.G. & E. Rates Mr. Lou Beary was again recognized and stated'he.undarstood P.G. & E. rates were higher in Rohnert Park than surround- ing.-communities and, if so, wondered why. Mayor Hopkins responded that rates are set by the Public Utilities Commission and will be changed when warranted. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Hopkins adjourned the meeting at approximately 11:02 p.m. t APPR VED Dep ty Cit Cler Ma r MEMO CONC),!U�JING' N.J.W C1,j.,y OFFICE BUILDING A f 1-yer Put out over 1.-he I)aS t. weekend by Rose Willingham Paul Golfs indicates that they a:t:e making an all ot:jt effort to sto-"­',s the construction on -the new city office-school district office- b'uil In order to have general information available for the Council to any questions that come up concerning the building at tonightg" 's _n(l the following backround and miscellaneous points of information are provided: First of all Mr. Golfs is now insisting that the measure be put to the vote of the people® This is certainly valid position to taker however it does conflict with Mr. Golfs ®s attitudes in the past when he had an interest in the projects being financed. For example, the non-profit corporation type of financing was used to purchase Benecia, Park from..Mr® Golfs and his associates, a $110,000 issue; sewer revenue, bonds were issued in the amount of $120,000 to buy land around the sewer plant from Mr. Golfs and his associates; and the safety building that we are presently occupying was obtained on a straight lease basis from Mr. Golfs and his associates® It was eventually purchased cost of said building is estimated at no more than $20,000) and he makes no mention of the fact that he tried to have the city relocate the Civic Center or even the "temporary "city hall" to his property south of the .}_', Xpres sway. PrE�E,3umably, aL offer is when he took the posit_i,_)i-) it must now be ceased since it ipp in the venture by way of auxiliary structure located on property that While not all Councilmen have the point. when the c,,L IL y that this "boondoggle" asi v�ars he Will not have any benefits of land or having he owns. not voted the go-, head on e, office building, it is a fair statement to say that the matte 11,--� S K) i,�7t considered by the Council for at least a year and a half. During I . . . . . 7,r discussions were held concerning use of the space above the lib kary ox'' buying a mobile home, Speedspace building, or putting a secan(l stc,, y, on the existing city building. Some of us will also <recall -that in April 1971 Codding Enterprises offered to build and lease a city hall to the city on the northeast corner of the Expressway on the west side of U.S. 101. In early 1971 discussion was held at a Council meeting concerning the advisability of locating Rxm:Rf*on an office building on Commerce' Boulevard in close proximity -to the existing residential area. Various needs for the office building were outlined by staff to the Council at that time and the staff was given the unanimous approval of the Council to try and work out a program. City staff became aware mfxthn that the Cotati School District was looking for new office space and considering renting space in the Old Cotati School District from the Cotati City government which is now using that building as a Cotati City Hall. Negotiations were commenced between Rohnert Park City staff and the Cotati School District and were successfully concluded with the commitment by Cotati School District to rent space in the proposed new Rohnert Park office building® In August, 1971 the City Council received a proposal from Mr. Golis of Cofego Enterprises to exchange Vxoputy property from our permanent Civic Center to relocate i. t to pxopert-y he owas. F a w., t1l er- a COT-ilmitment that the city wou-ti d restrict the use (-)-i" j 7' six acres in the future Civic Center site to the deveIoj:-v,,,.,c-.,nt;. of hospital. The Council indicate(] it was not interested in Mr. (o'13. <, proposal.. About the same time, the city was negotiatinq wilth M,,: Norman Spivock for a site for an interim city office building would be located on Commerce Blvd. north of Copeland drc�ek. understanding was reached with Mr. Spivock concerning that On October 4, 1971 the City Council held a public hearing concerning, the proposed new city building and the preliminary plans prepar ed, by Architect Simons. The notice indicated that the maximum cost for the project would be $200,000. At the meeting, when most of.the audiencEi indicated they had not appeared for that matter on the agenda, the Council did not have Architect Simons make his formal presentation. This probably was a mistake becuase after the public hearing was.opened several persons spoke against the project without having had the benefit of the presentation. Several persons also appeared and spoke in support of the project including the President of the Cotati School District Board of Trustees® On October 6, 1971 the Board of Directors of the Rohnert Park At a meeting on October 21, 1971, by a vote of three (3) Councilmen with one (1) in opposition and one (1) absent, the Council authorized staff and architect Larry Simons to proceed with the new office building project bearing in mind that the project bo"d issue was not to exceed $200,000 to try and negotiate for the Rosenberg property south of Copeland Creek rather than thc,� Spi,,,()c]� site® th th a t project has been designed arid put o(,tt to bid, the land he g ti a the bond counsel instructed to p. ( -spare the financial package , and An offer has been received to purchase the bonds. Since that time a lease has also been worked out with district and approved by the Board -of Trustees of that boded w. ch, they would rent space on a three (3) year basis with an option for 0,11 additional 'three (3) years. The school district originally wan ('1,d 0 participate in the financing of the building in order to also e:nJ0,T,,r - any profits that might be recognized or realized when the buildinq is disposed of or rented to non public agency uses in the future,. However because of the state financing arrangements relative to school districts, and the fact that any square footage owned by the district would be used against their classroom allocation, the Board of Trustees of the school district very wisely decided not to participate in the financing or ownership of the building, although by their approval of the lease" and previous endorsement of the project indicate wholehearted support for it Staff has pointed out that the project has been discussed with responsible businessmen in the area and most, without exception, indicate that it is a prudent move for the city and that the building should not lose value but is a good investment for the city and a good interim solution to the city's desparate office space needs. The project has received quite a bit of publicity, both by the fact that all the city staff's memos h hnn concerning the project have been given to the press correspondents as well a feature done on the project by the local newspaper, The Clarion, and several paragraphs explaining the project t'.. contained in the October, 1971 City Newsletter. Whether or not the majority of the City Council decides to proceed o AM: ConnuUmdn Armando i g,y 1 10 c .A. P ; b,! r .t a �,. t t� `J, .1) r f o t i i.,x = r fS t� .r r'� , v dramatic . . : . . sTure t >; t first Ws Ws lT s growth naftern TM to d• r the 3 a n "e ` )„ ..��.j communities v ; il to be OKI! o providing r schgpl and PulkAhtes, zt t I wr city 0M 3M •i ,r. n t • adequate l 5 A r tr L.CL v i � requirement! � for t 1. t t tfr. `e > rr ti 4 It Hof J Le tent, to b a ,' _7 cr bus L,,, d ek >a i i'.f'n offices hOuas have tq share Office of thatr o ,, E' . 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