1971/01/04 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
January 4, 1971
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in
regular session commencing at 7 :10 p.m. in the City
Offices, 435 Southwest Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with
Mayor Smith presiding. The regular session was preceded
by an executive session which commenced at 6 :45 p.m. and
at which all Councilmen were present, and which was held
to discuss personnel matters.
Call to Order Mayor Smith called the meeting of the regular session
to order at approximately 7 :10 p.m. and led the pledge
of allegiance.
Invocation Rev. Leon Holm, Cross and Crown Lutheran Church said an
invocation prayer to start the New Year.
Roll Call Present: (5) Councilmen Buchanan, Hopkins, Roberts,
Rogers and Smith
Staff Present: Supt. of Public Works Wiggins, Asst. to
the City Manager Albright, City Attorney
Maxwell and County Planner Vail.
Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Council-
man Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the minutes of
December 14 and 21, 1970 were approved as submitted.
Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Rogers, and unanimously approved, the bills presented to
the Council in the amount of $4,349.62 per the attached
list were approved.
City Manager Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Council -
Pro-Tempore man Hopkins and unanimously approved, Supt. of Public
Works, C.A. Wiggins was appointed City Manager Pro -
Tempore during City Manager Callinan's absence due to a
family emergency.
Communications Incoming communications per the attached list, were
brought to the attention of the Council.
Hospital Planning Mayor Smith brought to the attention of the Council a
notice concerning a Hillcrest Hospital planning meeting.
Councilman Roberts indicated he would attend on behalf
of the Council.
Forty Niner Councilman Hopkins initiated a brief discussion regarding
Football Games tlecasting of Forty -Niner football games and read a letter
from Mr. Paul Golis to Mayor Smith regarding same. City
Attorney Maxwell was directed to pursue the possibility
of getting the Forty- Niner's to allow the broadcasting
of their football games for pay.
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Bob Wells Councilman Rogers initiated a brief discussion regarding
Honorary Citizen the fine articles Bob Wells of the Press Democrat has
written on Rohnert Park.
Upon motion of Counciman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved. Bob We17a was aelPCted
to become an Honorary Citizen of Rohnert Paik and to be
presented with a certificate and a letter of appreciation.
Entrance Road into Councilman Buchanan initiated a brief discussion regard -
Rohnert Park from ing the poor condition of the entrance road into Rohnert
Cotati Park from Cotati. Supt. of Public Works Wiggins was
directed to contact Cotati city officials regarding re-
pair of same.
Warning Citations Councilman Hopkins initiated a discussion regarding warn -
for Boats & Trailers ing citations being given to citizens with boats and
trailers parked in residential area driveways. Mayor
Smith reviewed Council discussion concerning this matter
and advised that the applicable ordinance does restrict
parking of such vehicles in driveways, but Council had
decided not to enforce the ordinance unless the situa-
tion was detrimental to the appearance of the neighbor-
hood.
The Council directed staff to have the Department of
Public Safety issue no more citaai.ons until the ordinance
is amended to clarify the situation concerning enforce-
ment.
Councilman Roberts Councilman Roberts advised he was attempting to grow a
Beard beard.
Rohnert Park Councilman Roberts relayed information from City Manager
Ambulance Service Callinan that individuals at Santa Rosa Memorial Hospi-
tal had stated the Rohnert Park Ambulance Service was one
of the best, if not the best, in the area.
Executive Session Mayor Smith advised that no action had been taken in
the executive session held prior to the regular meeting.
Resolution No. 71 -01 RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 67 -19 BY ESTABLISHING
WATER RATES FOR MOBILE HOME PARKS
City Manager Pro- Tempore Wiggins summarized the proposed
resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Council -
man Rogers, and unanimously approved, Resolution No.
71 -01 was adopted by title.
Ordinance No. 139 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TEXT OF ORDINANCE N0. 63-- ZONING
ORDINANCE (Regulation of Campaign Signs)
City Attorney Maxwell summarized the ordinance.
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Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and approved by the following roll call vote,
Ordinance No. 139 was adopted:
AYES: (3) Councilman Buchanan, "Roberts,.and Rogers
NOES: (2) Councilmen Hopkins and Smith
Qantas Development Mayor Smith declared the public hearing open on the appli-
Corp. File - 134 cation for zoning of Colegio Vista Subdivision No. 2 from
A (Agricultural) to R- 1- 6500 -PD (Single family residential
planned development).
Mr. Bill Mueller of Young America Homes was recognized and
spoke briefly concerning the zoning application. Dis-
cussion followed.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Council-
man Rogers, and unanimously approved, the public hearing
was continued until City Manager Callinan could be pre -
sent to.clarify some questions.
Jack Sarin Use County Planner Vail read a staff report concerning the
Permit Applica- application of Mr. J. Sarin for a use permit for a dry
tion File 0172 cleaning and launderette operation in the former 7 -11
Market building on Southwest Boulevard and requested an
opinion from City Attorney Maxwell regarding procedure.
City Attorney Maxwell advised that the use permit was
the proper procedure and that the Council did have dis-
cretion in granting a use permit to a business sLmilar
to ones already in existence.
Mayor Smith declared the public hearing open on the use
permit application of Jack Sarin for a dry cleaning plant
and retail operation and launderette on Southwest Blvd.
in former 7 -11 Store building.
Mr. Thorval Andersen, 485 Anson Avenue, was recognized
and spoke in opposition to the use, stating he believed
there were enough cleaning establishments,in. the community
already.
Mr. Jack Sarin was recognized and explained his proposed
operation and answered questions of the Council.
Mr. Jack Anderson was recognized and suggested obtaining
plans for the building. Mayor Smith clarified the pro -
cedure.
Mr. Jack Anderson was recognized again and suggested
that plans for the building be submitted to Council be-
fore making a decision. Mayor Smith clarified this por-
tion of the procedure for Mr. Anderson.
There being no one further desiring to be heard, Mayor
Smith declared the public hearing closed.
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Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved, Mr. Jack Sarin's
use permit application for a dry cleaning plant and retail
operation and launderette at 129 Southwest Boulevard was
approved, subject to plans being approved by Council.
File 0169
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Codding Enterprises application for rezoning of AP No.
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143 - 040 -19 and a portion of 143 - 390 -07 and use permit
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application for a mobile home park thereon.
for Family -Type Mobile
Home Park
Mr. Hugh Codding was recognized and commented briefly.
Mayor Smith declared the scheduled public hearings open on
both applications.
Mr. Baker, who will develop the mobile home park, was
recognized and briefly explained his plans. Mayor Smith
advised that a master plan for the overall area was
necessary before proceeding.
Mr. Codding spoke in support of the use permit - application
and advised that a preliminary master plan which was dis-
played, had been submitted and this was as final as
possible at this time.
Mr. Codding offered to donate five acres, or its equiva-
lent, to the city for use as a park, school or similar
public facility.
Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Council-
man Hopkins and unanimously approved, staff was directed
to meet with Mr. Codding and Mr. Baker to work out a
precise plan for the area.
Mr. Paul Golis was recognized and suggested that a condi-
tion of the use permit for the mobile home park be worked
out so that the city would receive sales tax from mobile
hones sold.
Mrs. Lorraine Curley was recognized and spoke briefly
regarding a family -type mobile home park.
Rohnert Park Express- Deputy City Clerk Logue read a letter from William J.
way westerly extension Smith of Codding Enterprises to City Manager Callinan
File 0169 dated November 20, 1970 regarding access on the western
portion of the Expressway. County Planner Vail read a
letter dated December 31 from himself to City Manager
Callinan recommending that county standards be followed
for access on the western portion of the Expressway.
Mr. Codding was recognized and spoke indicating agreement
with the county standards with the exception of one cor-
ner, but indicated that his company does not want any
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more cuts than absolutely necessary.
There being no one further desiring to be heard, Mayor
Smith declared the public hearing continued to January.
18, 1971 at 7 :30 p.m.
Mayor Smith referred the correspondence back to City.
Manager Callinan for comment at a later meeting.
File 0171 County Planner Vail reviewed the application and summar-
Redwood Investments ized a letter from Nore Thiesfeld to City Manager.Callinan
Proposed apartment which expressed opposition to_the proposed apartments
Use,Permit appl. at the requested location, the southeast corner of the
Commerce Boulevard and Avram Avenue intersection.
Mr. Vern Avila, on behalf of the applicant Dr. Robert
Foehr, requested Council approval of the plans as sub -
mitted.
Councilman Rogers made a motion to approve the plans as
submitted, subject to conditions discussed previously
and painting the curb red in front of the proposed apart -
ments. The motion died for lack of a second.
Councilman Rogers made a motion to approve the plans as
submitted, subject to conditions discussed previously,
painting the curb red in front of the proposed apartments,
and relocating the parking lot on Commerce Blvd. to the
rear of the apartments. Said motion was seconded by
Councilman Roberts, and defeated on the following roll
call vote:
AYES: (2) Councilmen Roberts and Rogers
NOES: (3) Councilmen Buchanan, Hopkins and Smith
Mr. Paul Golis spoke briefly concerning the local hous-
ing shortage and unemployment.
File 0165 Lands City Manager Pro- Tempore Wiggins reviewed the area of
South of East Annexation No. 6 and advised that unless the Council de-
Cotati Avenue cided differently, that the area would be considered
zoned "A" Agricultural District. He briefly reported on
a map for Holiday Park, a proposed development in a por-
tion of the area of Annexation No. 6. Discussion followed,
Councilman Rogers declared a conflict of interest and did
not take part in the discussion.
County Planner Vail reviewed the background of the par-
cel of land included in the Holiday Park plan, advising
that part was in Cotati and part in Rohnert Park. He
also reviewed the LAFC requirements for a master plan
from the City of Cotati for the portion to be annexed
to that city.
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Further discussion on this matter was deferred until City
Manager Callinan could be present.
County Referral re County Planner Vail summarized the use permit application
Use Permit Applicaw for a minor engine repair shop at 5019 Santa Rosa Avenue.
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Engine Repair Shop upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and approved, with Councilman Rogers abstaining
the Council indicated it would go along with the county
staff's recommendations for this use permit.
File 0105 - Re Mr. Paul Golis furnished copies of a zoning map dated
Access from Express- January, 1971 and copies of a letter from Mr. Golis to
way Mr. Donald Head dated January 4, 1971 which responded
to earlier letters of Mr. Head and Mr. Callinan dated
December 29 and December 22 respectively.
Discussion on the matter of access from the Expressway
and Commerce Blvd. in the vicinity of the intersection of
the two streets was deferred until Mr. Donald Head and
Mr. Callinan could be present.
Amendment to Zoning City Attorney Maxwell advised he was preparing an amend-
Ordinance ment to the Zoning Ordinance to require covered parking
in multiple residential districts as requested by
Council.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Mayor
Smith, and approved by the following roll call vote, the
matter was to be set for public hearing:
AYES: (4) Councilman Buchanan, Hopkins, Roberts
and Smith
I"OES: ( 1 ) Councilman Rogers
Golden Gate Rapid County Planner Vail brought to the attention of the
Transit District Council a public hearing on the proposals of the Golden
Gate Bridge District relative to rapid transit to be held
Jaiiuc7^,ry 2 7 and advlseLL be would -4----A a tiieia report ba ^vk
to the Council if desired. The Council indicated it did
so desire.
Recess Mayor Smith declared the meeting recessed at this point,
the time being approximately 9 :40 p.m.
Reconvene Mayor Smith reconvened the meeting at approximately 9 :50
p.m.
Recreation Fees for Mrs. Lorraine Curley appeared before the Council to re-
Adult Mobile Home quest its consideration of eliminating the recreation
Parks fee for adult mobile home parks only, since recreation
facilities are built into this type mobile home park.
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Discussion followed.
No action was taken by the Council.
Group Insurance Mayor Smith summarized the City's group insurance program
and the recent increase in premiums. Mr. Tom Feeney,
insurance agent for the city, appeared before the Council
and recommended the city retain the group insurance with
Crown Life Insurance Company, for the time being since a
new carrier would not cover the situation involving Peter
Callinan Jr.'s recent accident. The Council agreed.
Drainage Projects Mr. Carl Jackson, Sonoma County Mater Agency, was present
to discuss drainage projects with the Council. Discussion
was deferred to January 11th so that City Manager Callinan
and Gordon Miller could be present.
Project 1970 -7 City Manager Pro - Tempore Wiggins gave a staff report on
Waste Water Treat- the progress of the construction of the Waste Water
ment Plant Treatment Plant and advised that a Progress Payment No. 5
in the amount of $23,695.40 to J. R. Peters Engineering
Construction was in order.
Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Progress Payment No. 5
in the amount of $23,695.40 to J. R. Peters Engineering
Construction was approved.
Proposal to Provide Discussion on the.proposal to provide police service to
Police Service to the City of Cotati was deferred until City Manager
Cotati Callinan could be present.
1915 Act Delinquencies Assistant to the City Manager Albright reported on the
1915 Act delinquencies and requested authorization to
loan up to an additional $15,000 to the County Treasurer
to cover various bond delinquencies. Discussion followed.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Rogers, and unanimously approved, authorization was given
to loan up to an additional $15,000 to the Sonoma County
Treasurer to cover 1915 Act bond delinquencies with the
condition that foreclosure proceedings be initiated
against the properties appearing on the delinquent list
for the second time or more.
1970 -71 Audit City Manager Pro - Tempore Wiggins summarized the proposal
of Touche Ross & Co. dated December 2, 1970 to do the
1970 -71 audit for the city.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins and unanimously approved, the proposal of Touche
Ross & Co. for the 1970 -71 fiscal year was accepted.
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Commissioners of City Manager Callinan to have authorization to award
plaques to commissioners who have resigned with a good
record.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by *Oounoilman
Rogers, and unanimously approved, the requested authoriza-
tion was granted.
CAN Franchise Fees Mayor Smith summarized the exchange of correspondence be-
tween City Manager Callinan and Storer Cable TV concerning
franchise fees and. YYmG+is advised that ilo response had bG ell
received to Mr. Callinan's last letter.
upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Council -elan
Roberts, and unanimously approved, action on the Storer
Cable TV franchise fees was deferred until a xesponse
is received from Storer.
Hospital Planning Mr. Paul Golis was recognized and asked for information
on the Hillcrest Hospital planning meeting and was advised
that Councilman Roberts would attend. Mr. Golis indicated
he would also attend.
Cat regulations City Attorney Maxwell advised he had prepared a draft
of an ordinance concerning cats and would have Chief
Dennett review it before presenting it to the Council.
Agreement with City Attornevr Mn- y-welI arliri sed he ha.d redra.f+PA an agree-
County re Bond Ser- ment for the county to service bonds for the city and
vice that it was now in the office of County Counsel for
approval.
Condemnation Pro- City Attorney Maxwell advised that condemnation proceed -
ceedings re Project ings re Project 1968 -1 will probably be set for trial
1968 -1 - Anderson sometime in June. Responding to a letter from Mr. Paul
Parcel Golis dated December 21, 1970, he advised that the matter
of City of Rohnert Park vs. Anderson - Golis Property
was subject to court litigation and will be decided in
court.
Adjournment There being no further business the meeting was adjourned
at approximately 10:22 p.m. to January 11, 1971 at 7 :30
p.m.
Dep ty City ler
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