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1972/06/05 City Council MinutesFM-N RT F'ARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 5, 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 Blvd., Rohnert Park, with Mayor Roberts pre- siding. Call to Order Mayor Roberts called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7 :05 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Present: (5) Councilmen Be.ary, Flores, Hopkins, Smith and Roberts Absent: (0) None Staff Present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan; City Attorney Maxwell, Engineer Hudis, and Bond Counsel Philip Assaf. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins and unanimously approved, the minutes of May 15, 1972 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills.. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman. Smith, and unanimously approved, the bills.presented per the attached list in the amount of $30,508.47 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. Bus Service At Council request, City Manager Callinan read the letter dated May 19 from Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transpor- tation District Director Bill Lucius concerning possible future improvements for bus service through Rohnert Park. Project No. 1972 -3 City Manager Callinan reported that'.a petition to form an Hinebaugh Creek assessment district for the improvement of Hinebaugh Creek between the freeway and the railroad, had been received, that $2,000 in deposits from the property owners had been received as a guarantee towards engineering costs for the project, and reviewed his memo dated June 2, 1972 concern- ing same. Discussion followed. Resolution No. 72 -72 A RESOLUTION'DETERMINING TO UNDERTAKE PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT TO SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND ASSESSMENT BOND ACTS FOR THE ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION-OF IMPROVEMENTS WITHOUT PRO - CEEDINGS UNDER DIVISION 4 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE ( Hinebaugh Creek, et al, Improvement Project No. 1972 -3) Bond Counsel Assaf explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -72 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Page,-2- June 5, 1972 Resolution No. 72-73 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ENGINEER AND ATTORNEYS (Himebaugh Creek, et al. Improvement Project No. 1972.3) Bond Counsel Assaf explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 72-73 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72-74 A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ACQUIRE AND CONSTRUCT IMPROVE- ME. T.S.- N_ (Himebaugh Creek, et al Iftiprovement Project No. .. . 1972-3) Bond Counsel Assaf explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72-74 was waived and said resolution was adopted. City Manager Callinan noted there was a petition for anothex larger portion of the creek and possibly the two projects would be consolidated in the future. Project No. 1972-7 Engineer Hudis explained the improvements to be included Expressway West in the project. Upon questioning, explained that the Ex- pressway outside the city could not be constructed at this time since the city has no jurisdiction to form an assess- ment district for property outside the city. A brief discussion followed. Bond Counsel Assaf reviewed the Engineer's Report consist- ing of plans, specifications, maps and descriptions, esti- mate of costs, diagram and assessment. Resolution No. 72-75 A RESOLUTION DETERMINING TO UNDERTAKE PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT TO SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND ASSESSMENT BOND ACTS FOR THE ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS WITHOUT PRO- CEEDINGS UNDER DIVISION 4 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE (Rohnert Park Expressway West, Project No. 1972-7). Bond Counsel Assaf explained the resolution. Upon•.motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72-75 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72=76 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ENGINEER AND ATTORNEYS (Rohnert Park Expressway West, Project No. 1972-7) ..Bond Counsel Assaf explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72-76 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Page -3- June 5, 1972 Resolution No. 72 -77 A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ACQUIRE AND CONSTRUCT IMPROVE- MENTS (Rohnert Park Expressway West, Project No. 1972 -7) Bond Counsel Assaf explained the resolution. Upon..motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -77 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72 -78 A RESOLUTION OF PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF ENGINEER'S REPORT (Rohnert Park Expressway West, Project No. 1972 -7) Bond Counsel Assaf explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Flores,: seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -78 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72 -79 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PREVAILING WAGE SCALE (Rohnert Park Expressway West, Project No. 1972 -7) Bond Counsel Assaf explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved,th4�: reading of Resolution No. 72 -79 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72 -80 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS IN RELATION TO PROPOSED ACQUISITIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS, AND DIRECTING NOTICE (Rohnert Park Expressway West, Project No.- 1972 -7) Bond Counsel Assaf explained the resolution. Upon motion of. Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No.'72 -80 was waived and said resolution was adopted.. Resolution No. 72--81 A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS AND FIXING LIQUID- ATED DAMAGES FOR FAILURE TO COMPLETE THE WORK WITHIN TIME SPECIFIED, (Rohnert Park Expressway West, Project No. 1972 -7) Bond Counsel Assaf explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -81 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72 -82 A RESOLUTION DESCRIBING PROPOSED BOUNDARIES OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT, DIRECTING FILING OF BOUNDARY MAP AND ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM AND THE RECORDATION OF NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT (Rohnert Park Expressway West, Project No. 1972 -7) Bond Counsel Assaf explained the resolution. Page =4 June 5, 1972 Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Coiuncil,man Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -82 was waived and said resolution was ad_opted...:. Resolution No. 72 -83 A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR BIDS ON SALE OF IMPROVEMENT BONDS (Rohnert Park Expressway West, Project No. 1972 -7) Bond Counsel Assaf explained. the resolution. Upon motion oECouncilman Flores, seconded by Councilman .,.Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -83 was waived and said resolution was adopted. File No. 0204 City Manager Callinan explained that Debra Homes, Inc. had Debra Homes, Inc. submitted a final map for Unit No. 2 of Country Manor Sub - Country Manor Sub- division and displayed same. He reported that Engineer division, Unit No. 2 Hudis had checked said map, had given his approval, and requested Council approval of same. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the final map for Country Manor Subdivision, Unit No. 2 was approved and the Mayor authorized to enter into an appropriate subdivision agree- ment. File No. 0223 City Manager Callinan solicited Council guidance on setting Sonoma State College a date for the public hearing on the Sonoma State College Environs Study Environs Study. After a brief discussion, the Council set July 5th for a special meeting to hold the public hearing on the Sonoma State College Environs study. LAFCO Communication Councilman Smith advised that the Local Agency Formation Concerning City Spheres Commission report concerning City Spheres of Influence of Influence had not been adopted but referred to cities and counties for comment. He announced that a meeting was scheduled in Petaluma on June 13 concerning the report and. urged Councilmen to attend same. Discussion followed after which it was decided to schedule the matter for further discus - sion at the June 19th meeting. File No. 0228 City Manager Callinan reviewed the application for zoning Ewell Baker- Applica- of Ewell Baker to "CS" (Special Services District) of the tion for Zoning most northerly two acres on the west side of Commerce Blvd. in the industrial area and the Planning Commission resolu- tion recommending the rezoning be made. Mayor Roberts declared the public hearing open on the appli• cation of Ewell Baker for "CS" zoning of the most northerly two acres on the west side of Commerce Blvd. in the indus- trial area.* City Manager Callinan noted that notice of the public hear - ing had been 'published in The Clarion and sent to property File No. 0229 Codding Enterprises Application for "MG" Zoning of 5 Acres on West Side of South Santa Rosa Avenue Page -5- June 5, 1972 owners in the area. He advised that no written communica- bons had been.receved. There being.no one desiring to be heard, the public hearing was closed.. Discussion followed. Councilman ..Hopkins made a motion to approve the location of the veterinarian hospital proposed for development on a portion of the area of the application and zone only so much of the two acre parcel as is necessary to accommodate the hospital. More discussion followed. Councilman Hopkins'.motion died for lack of a second. Discussion followed concerning this requested zoning change in relation to General Plan usage. The matter was deferred to the next regular meeting in'the hope that the applicant, Mr. Baker, would be present to discuss the application with the Council. Mayor Roberts declared the public hearing open on the appli- cation of Codding Enterprises to zone approximately 5 acres on the west side_:cf Santa Rosa Avenue South immediately south of Hinebaugh. Creek to 11MG" (General Industrial Dist- rict,).. City Manager Callinan reported that notice of the public hearing had been sent to property owners in the area and published.in.The Clarion. He explained the application ad- vising that the zoning is being requested in order that a mobile home manufacturing plant and related wholesale and retail sales facility,can be developed on the area of the rezoning. He advised that the Planning Commission had re- commended the rezoning for approval. Mr.- Callinan noted that one letter on the matter had been received from Sonoma County Water Agency which indicated no objection to the rezoning. Mr. William J. Smith of Codding Enterprises was recognized. He displayed a colored drawing of the facility proposed for the site and advised that, if the rezoning was approved, Living Concepts would be moving here from Santa Rosa to occupy the facility. He explained it was hoped that the building would be converted to commercial use within five years and had only entered into a five year lease with the tenant. There being no one.else desiring to be heard, the public hearing was closed. Ordinance No. 175 ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 63-- ZONING ORDINANCE (Zoning Map Change Codding Enterprises) City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Page -6- June 5, 1972 Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance No. 175 was waived and said ordinance was introduced. In response.to questioning from the Council, Mr. Stevens of Living Concepts advised that his firm presently has 55 employees.and he anticipates approximately 100 -125 employees within the next.four months. Resolution No. 72 -84 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (Landscaped Lot on South- west Blvd.) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 72 -84 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No, 72 -85 RESOLUTION CONCERNING APPLICATION FOR GRANT FOR LAW ENFORCE- MENT PURPOSES City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 72 -85 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 72 -86 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING COMPLETION AND DIRECTING ENGINEER TO FILE NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF COMPLETION (Golf Course Well, Project No. 1972 -5) City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 72 -86 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Staff was directed to report at the next meeting the esti- mated cost of converting the golf course well for domestic use. Ordinance No, 171 Ali ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK (Minimum size, width and side yard require - ments in certain one - family residential districts) City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Coucilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 171 was waived and said ordinance was adopted;, AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Hopkins, Smith, and Roberts NOES; (0) None Page -7- June 5, 1972 Ordinance No. 112 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 81, BEING THE SUBDIVI- SION ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK SO AS TO AMEND TEXT CONCERNING MINIMUM WIDTH AT BUILDING SET BACK LINE City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon.motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary, and approved by the- following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 172 was waived and said ordinance was adopted AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Hopkins, Smith, and Roberts NOES: (0) None Ordinance No. 173 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TEXT OF ORDINANCE NO. 63-- ZONING ORDINANCE City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 173 was waived and said ordinance was adopted: AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Hopkins, Smith, and Roberts. NOES: (0) None Ordinance No. 174 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 47 AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 122 (Recreation fund; changes fees) City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. City Manager Callinan noted the following communications for the record. 1. Parks and Recreation Commission resolution recommend - in.g adoption of the ordinance. 2. Chamber of Commerce letter requesting 60 days delay for further study of the ordinance. 3. Letter from Bill Mueller, Young America Homes, express- ing the feeling that the fee for single family homes should be reduced to approximately $112. 4. Letter from Maurice Fredericks seeking clarification that the fee on mobile home spaces would be payable one time only. 5. Letter from.John Giertz expressing support. 6. Letter from Rick Hall expressing support. 7. Letter from Mr. and Mrs. Patrick t rnan expressing support, Page -8- June 5, 1972 8. Phone call from Harold Heers, Forhim Corporation, indi- eating,his firm would go along with the increase. Mayor Roberts advised he would recognize those in the audience who wished to speak on the matter. James W. Whiteford, Golden State Mobilhome Owners League, Inc. was recognized and stated:::'that the Slate pre -empts taxing authority on mobile homes; that sales tax comes to the city on the sale of a mobile home; that the city could be faced with claims since he believed the ordinance was illegal. City Attorney Maxwell responded that he did not know of any rulings on same and requested that the attorney for the group contact him. Riphard Day, 7605 Beth Court, was recognized and spoke in support of the new ordinance. He advised that new develop- ment should pay its own way; that each neighborhood should pay for its own park and realizes that this is present policy but believes it should be written into the ordinance; the homeowner will simply have to pay more for his home to cover the increased fee; that both Santa Rosa and Petaluma have a larger "Bedroom tax " than Rohnert Park. Mr. Pat Taylor, 488 Alta Avenue, was recognized. He advised that he had attended several meetings of developers and had heard no one oppose the new ordinance - they only want- ed time to more fully consider all phases. Mr. Colin Hermans, 7387 Barbi Lane was recognized and spoke in support of the ordinance. Mr. Barry Godolphin, 332 Burton Avenue, gas recognized and spoke in favor of the new ordinance. He advised that dur- ing the recent Council election he had heard much comment that existing residents should not subsidize new families moving into the area. Mr. Jim Redding, 7147 Barbi Lane, and a realtor, was recog- nized and spoke in support of the new ordinance, stating that the city had made commitments for neighborhood parks, but the park bond issue had failed; the people who use the parks should pay for the parks; some developers might sug- gest they would meet sales resistance in having to raise the price of their product. Mr. Everett,.Giffin, developer of Companeros Mobile Home Park, was recognized. He stated he had no objection to the original ordinance which was not in existence when he first came before the Council, but since mobile home parks do make provision for recreational facilities, those resi- dents should not have to .pay for more facilities. Jim Kirkham, 7491 Adrian Drive, was recognized. He com- mented that he had lived in Rohnert Park for three years and had seen lots of building during that time but no new parks. Page -9- June 5, 1972 Chet Crowley, Regio nal Sales Manager for Corporation R and Manager of Redwood Estates Mobile Home Park, was recog- nized. He advised he agreed with Mr. Giffin's remarks; that he was not against the tax but would like to see more study before acting on it. Ron. Fiori, 165 Allan Avenue, was recognized He commented .,that he had lived in Rohnert Park since 1959. He advised ho: supported the proposal, that it may slow growth, but will make the growth more bearable; it will mark Rohnert Park as a progressive community and would urge the Council not to delay action. Bill Ayers, 7124 Brenda Way, was recognized. He commented that the homebuyer will pay the fee, not the developer, and that if it were put:on the ballot, it would be voted down. Maurice Fredericks of Fredericks, Swenson & Day, was recog- nized and advised he was representing the owners of Las Casitas Mobile Home Park. He commented that if the tax is payable one time only for mobile home spaces, he would strongly urge the language be clarified concerning mobile homes. Mr. Callinan and Mr. Maxwell explained that Ordin- ances 47 and 122 contained the full text and this was merely an amendment. Mr. Maxwell opinioned that the langu- age was clear in Ordinance No. 122 regarding mobile homes. Mr. Rolf Orser, 7631 Bonita Avenue, was recognized and recommended adoption of the ordinance. Norman Spivock, of Spivock Company, was recognized and commented that if the fee was in line with other cities in the area, he had no objection; that parks are used in Rohnert Park, but questioned how much adults in adult mobile home parks would use public parks. David Eck, 7075 Adele Avenue, Was recognized and spoke in support of the ordinance as written and could see no rea- son for delay. Mr. Rich Leslie, 74 Allan Avenue, was recognized and com- mented that he was involved with Boys' Baseball and feels there is definitely a need for this ordinance. Mr. Chet Crowley was again recognized and commented that he accepts mobile homes which are sold elsewhere so does not make a sales profit which could be used to pay the tax. Norman Spivock was again recognized and questioned the 60% of park development cost for a swimming pool. Mr. Callinan advised that since Mr. Condiotti of Condiotti Enterprises had left without speaking he wanted to advise of Mr. Condiotti's telephone call in which he advised he `wo'uld go along with the tax. Page -10- June 5, 1972 Discussion followed during which it was pointed out that fees were purposely lower for mobile homes and rates for adult parks lower than those with children. Councilman Beary stated for the record that he had been con- tacted by James Plenty of Las Casitas Mobile Home Park and he had voiced opposition to the increase; that it was not fair to parks currently W filled up. Mr. Callinan advised that he had surveyed fees charged by both Santa Rosa and Petaluma and the new ordinance would still place Rohnert Park well below those two cities for lot development costs, .including sewer, water, and recrea- tional fees. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Flores, and approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 174 was waived and said ordinance was adopted. AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Hopkins, Smith and Roberts NOES: (0) None Recess Mayor Roberts declared a recess at`�'this point in the meet - ing, the time being approximately 9:15 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Roberts reconvened the meeting at approximately 9:20 p.m. Tony Carbone Mr. Tony Carbone of the Cotati School Board appeared and Unification Elec- spoke concerning the school unification issue on the June tion 6 ballot. He advsied that the Cotati School Board had voted unanimously to oppose the measure and requested a Council resolution supporting the school district's stand. A brief discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the Council went on record as supporting the school district's position in opposing the unification measure. Petaluma Parade Mayor Roberts announced the Petaluma Parade to be held on June 25 and advised that the Council had been invited to participate in it. He requested those planning to attend to let him know so that arrangements could be made for cars. Open Space Councilman Flores initiated a discussion concerning open space and commented that the only way to protect lands is to purchase them. He proposed that the city purchase 100 acres and leave it in its natural state by going before the voters with the proposal with a tax levy for the express purpose of purchasing; the land. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the Council endorsed ;v; Page -11- June 5, 1972 in concept the proposal to acquire 100 acres for a community park .and staff was authorized to research details for feasibility and report back to the Council. Watson Initiative Councilman'Flores related information compiled from League of California Cities material concerning the Watson Initia- tive and presented a resolution for adoption. Discussion followed. Resolution No. 72--87 RESOLUTION OF OPPOSITION TO THE WATSON INITIATIVE Councilman Flores read the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman. Beary, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 72 -87 was adopted. El Colegio Park Councilman Flores brought to the attention of the Council that three citizens had volunteered their services to in -, stall -the sprinkling system and landscaping in E1 Colegio Park. City Manager Callinan reported that he was seeking the plans for the park from Young America Homes and the rough grading from Argonaut Constructors as contributions for the project. Fie advised the landscape architect for Young America Homes'would draw several plans and present them to the Parks and Recreation Commission for consideration. Mr. Bill Mueller. of Young America Homes was present and ad- vised the architect was working on the plans and research - ing ball diamond size to make certain everything desired will fit into the site.' Discussion followed during which staff was requested to write a letter to Malcolm Hubley, Ron Fiori, and Rich Leslie advising them of the current status of the park site and accepting their offer for ser- vices. Park Concession Councilman Flores initiated a discussion concerning the Stands' recent burglaries at the concession stands, noting that the Boys Baseball program was self - sustaining but couldn't remain that way if thefts continued. He asked if burglar alarms could be installed at the concession stands. City Manager Callinan responded that several methods of protection were being looked into and that night lights around the concession stands could be installed, but that burglar alarms would be rather expensive and probably not too effective. He reported that the stands had been staked out several times and extra patrol by the Public Safety Department requested. Change in College Councilman' Beary initiated a discussion concerning the re- Name cent change in the name of Sonoma State College to Cali- fornia. State College, Sonoma. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, staff was directed Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to pre- pare a resolution for consideration at the next regular meeting which would convey to the Regents and the State College Board of Trustees a recommendation that Sonoma State College should not exceed 10,000 full-time enrollment. City Manager Callinan suggested that students in the ser- vice area should be given first priority at the college and that the entire matter be studied further and a complete case prepared to present to the regents because a resolu- tion tends to be filed away and ignored. Discussion followed. School Space Councilman Beary advised that he had gone to San Diego a day early to find out how San Diego is dealing with school space problems and had brought back information, brochures, etc. which would be passed on to staff. Condiotti Problems Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion concerning in Petaluma reported problems with homes constructed in Petaluma by Condiotti Enterprises. Mr. Callinan reported that he had investigated the reports and had been advised by Mr. Con- diotti that his repair man had been ill and the repairs .piled up; the Chief Building Inspector in Petaluma was con- tacted and he reported no structural difficulties or viola- tion of Building Codes but the problem seemed to be merely a delay in Condiotti Enterprises getting back for minor repairs. Attorney General's Councilman Smith bri.efly.revi6we(f'the Attorney General's Legislative Proposals legislative proposals and suggested the Council consider support of the bills. Page -12- June 5, 1972 to send a letter over the Mayor's signature to the State College Board of Trustees expressing the Council's opposi- tion to the name change. School Space Councilman Beary.reported that while he and Councilman Flores were in San Diego recently for the New Councilmen's Institute they had talked with Ralph Stern, Attorney for the San Diego Unified School District, who,had provided them with valuable material and information regarding San Diego's policy on school space. it was requested that staff send a letter to Mr. Stern thanking him for his courtesies. Water Supply and Councilman Beary initiated a brief discussion concerning Developments development in relation to.'the water supply and requested staff to prepare a report showing how many units have been given approval, how many people they will house, and the relation of these figures with the water supply. Size of Sonoma Councilman Beary advised that after further discussion with State College college personnel a realistic enrollment maximum for the college would be 10,000 students. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to pre- pare a resolution for consideration at the next regular meeting which would convey to the Regents and the State College Board of Trustees a recommendation that Sonoma State College should not exceed 10,000 full-time enrollment. City Manager Callinan suggested that students in the ser- vice area should be given first priority at the college and that the entire matter be studied further and a complete case prepared to present to the regents because a resolu- tion tends to be filed away and ignored. Discussion followed. School Space Councilman Beary advised that he had gone to San Diego a day early to find out how San Diego is dealing with school space problems and had brought back information, brochures, etc. which would be passed on to staff. Condiotti Problems Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion concerning in Petaluma reported problems with homes constructed in Petaluma by Condiotti Enterprises. Mr. Callinan reported that he had investigated the reports and had been advised by Mr. Con- diotti that his repair man had been ill and the repairs .piled up; the Chief Building Inspector in Petaluma was con- tacted and he reported no structural difficulties or viola- tion of Building Codes but the problem seemed to be merely a delay in Condiotti Enterprises getting back for minor repairs. Attorney General's Councilman Smith bri.efly.revi6we(f'the Attorney General's Legislative Proposals legislative proposals and suggested the Council consider support of the bills. Page -13- June 5, 1972 City Attorney Maxwell questioned the advisability of'en- dorsing the bills without knowing more about them since Rohnert Park could be quoted as supporting the legislation. Discussion followed during which Mr. Maxwell was requested to get copies of the Coastline Bill and report'on same at the next regular meeting. Resolution No. 72 -88 RESOLUTION ENDORSING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL'S LEGISLATIVE PROPOSALS Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Flores, and approved--by the following roll call vote, Resolution No. 72 -88 was adopted by title: AYES: (3) Councilmen Beary, Flores and Smith NOES: (1) Mayor Roberts ABSTAIN; (1) Councilman Hopkins Mayor Roberts and Councilman Hopkins indicated their votes were due to inadequate information on the matter. Size of Rohnert Park Councilman Smith initiated a discussion concerning the ultimate size of Rohnert Park and a recommendation for same from the Citizens Advisory Committee for .Updating the General Plan. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the Council directed the Citizens Advisory Committee, as part of its study, to recom- mend an ultimate size for the city with alternate levels that could be submitted to the voters of Rohnert Park. SB 437 Mayor Roberts initiated a discussion conerning SB 437 which deals with regulations for campers and trailers. Upon motion of Councilman.Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved,the Council went on record in, opposition to SB 437 and directed staff to immediately wire Senator Collier advising of same. AB 1817 Softball Program Mayor Roberts initiated a brief discussion concerning AB 1817 which concerns joint powers agreements. Councilman Hopkins related the complaint of a citizen who stated he could not play in the local lob ball league be- cause he played in the fast pitch league in Santa Rosa and it seemed. he was eliminated because he was honest since there were other players in both leagues. ABAG Councilman Hopkins solicted Council guidance for representa- tion at ABAG meetings stating he was unsure of the:d r.ection the Council wanted him to pursue. A brief discussion followed during which it was decided to schedule the matter for a later meeting. Citizens Advisory Councilman Flores reported that the Citizens Advisory Committee Conmittee for Updating the General Plan had its initial meeting with 25 members present and that sub-committees had been formed. ,1971-72 Audit Page -14- June 5, 1972 Gates Acoustinet Mayor Roberts initiated a brief discussion concerning the Building Addition building addition being made to Gates Acoustinent and staff was requested to check on the ultimate design of the addi- tion. Discussion followed concerning architectural review. Preliminary Budget Councilman Hopkins asked when the , preliminary budget would 'Cout-ty Water Rate be ready for review. City Manager Callinan responded that Increase it should be ready before the end of June. Architectural P ,e-k7; w Upon motion of Counciluman Smith, seconded by Councilman Redwood Empire Flores, and unanimously approved, the Planning Commission Kennel Club was directed to exercise architectural review on all build- ings to be constructed in Rohnert Park. Mayor Roberts initiated a discussion on various signs Screening for Park. around the city, particularly directional signs. Council Lights directed that each business or firm should be contacted to make proper application for installation of signs. Police Patrol Mayor Roberts related a complaint from Chet Crowley of Redwood Estates that there was no police patrol in the mobile park. Sgt. Holmes was present and responded that it was patroled 1-2 times per shift. Parks & Recreation Councilman Beary reported that the Parks and Recreation Commission Report Commission had given its approval in concept for the park and bike trails in Forhim Corporation's most recent sub- division proposal and also recommended approval of the "Bedroom Tax". Citizens Advisory Councilman Flores reported that the Citizens Advisory Committee Conmittee for Updating the General Plan had its initial meeting with 25 members present and that sub-committees had been formed. ,1971-72 Audit City Manager Callinan broiikht to the attention of the Coun- Touche Ross & Co. dated May 15, 1972 to perform the city's 1971-72 external audit. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the proposal of Touche Ross & Co. was accepted. 'Cout-ty Water Rate City Manager Callinan briefly reviewed the County Water Increase Agency's rate increases for both municipal and golf course water. Redwood Empire City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the Kennel Club Council a donation.of $250 from the Redwood Empire Kennel Club which makes a total of $750 donated by said Club for trees in Benecia Park. Screening for Park. City Manager Callinan reported that Parks and Recreation Lights Director Pekkain had investigated methods of protecting the park lights and had found only unbreakable bulbs at a Gun Regulations: Ordinance No. 176 Page -15- June 5, 1972 cost of $30.00 each. Discussion followed during .which it was suggested the unbreakable bulbs be phased an or.all bulbs removed during the winter when they are not in use. Staff was requested to keep tabs on the breakage situation during the summer. City Manager Callinan reported that Chief Dennett had suggested that BB guns and air rifles only be permitted for firing within the city by permit and the proposed ordinance had been revised -to provide for same. Discus - sion followed.. AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE USE OF FIREARMS AND GUNS WITHIN THE CITY; PROVIDING EXCEPTIONS THERETO; AND PRO- VIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF City Manager Callinan and City Attorney Maxwell explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance No. 176 was waived and said ordinance was introduced. Mr, Kent Nelson, 7312 Belita, was recognized and questioned if a resident could protect his property. After a brief discussion the ordinance was revised to reflect same. Bike Path City Manager Callinan gave a status report on progress of the bike path to the college from Snyder Lane advising that the college had been able to raise approximately $250. Discussion followed concerning the city financing the bike ::;•pa.th with Kent Nelson and Barry Godolphin participating. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, the City Manager was author ized to have the bike path from Snyder Lane to the college constructed at a cost not to exceed $4,000. Water Service to City Manager Callinan 1rQ °,g2t to the attention of the Coun- City of Cotati cil the request from the City of Cotati concerning the City of Rohnert Park providing water service to portions of Cotati and Engineer Hudis° letter concerning same and advised he would sutdy the matter further and present a report on same to the Council at a later meeting. College View Councilman Hopkins brought to the attention of the Council Football the expansion of the College View football program this fall and advised that additional equipment will cost :t approximately $1,500 to $2,000. A brief discussion follow- ed during which it was suggested that the matter be pre- sented for 1972 -73 budget consideration, Speed Berms City Attorney Maxwell reported that speed berms could not be installed on public streets in California due to lia- bility and the probability of serious accidents. Page -16- June 5, 1972 Public Subdivision City Attorney Maxwell reported that he had talked to the Reports and Schools State Real Estate office and had been advised that the city would have to insist that the school districts relay any school space problems to the Real Estate Commissioner for inclus'',ion-In Subdivi4ion Public Reports. Discussion fallow- ed during which it was suggested that the Cotati School Di r�' ' strict capacity be ascertained at the next School Adviso Board meeting. City Attorney Maxwell reported that he could find no authority whereby notice could be required to be given to renters regarding school space. Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at approximately 11:35 p.m. Dep ty City Clerk APPROVED: