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1971/04/19 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the Council. No action was taken on any communication except as noted specifically in these minutes. Golden Gate Following a brief discussion concerning a letter- request Corridor Transpor- from the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce for a resolution tation Planning supporting the Golden Gate Bridge and Highway District continuing to do the transportation planning in the Golden Gate Corridor, Councilman Smith volunteered to study same and make a recommendation to the Council. Department of Mr. Welch Mitchell, President of the Rohnert Park Lions Public Safety Club, introduced Mr. Carl Webber of the American Legion Citation Post #103 who appeared to make a presentation of a cita- tion to the Public Safety Department. Presentation was deferred for a few minutes awaiting return of Public Safety Department representatives from an emergency call. Project No. 1970 -5 Bond-Counsel Assaf advised: that notices of the public Country Club Blvd. hearing on the Engineer's Report had been posted, published and mailed as required by law, and the Engineer's Report had been filed with the City Clerk. Mayor Hopkins declared the public hearing open on the Engineer's Report for Project 1970 -5, Country Club Blvd. April 199 1971 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 7 :02 p.m. in the City Offices, 435 Southwest Blvd,, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Hopkins pre - siding. Call to Order Mayor Hopkins called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7 :02 p.m. Roll Call Present: (4) Councilmen Buchanan, Roberts, Smith and Hopkins Absent: (1) Councilman Rogers Staff Present.for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, Assistant to the City Manager Albright, City Attorney Maxwell, County Planner Pederson, Engineer Hudis, and Bond Counsel Philip Assaf. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the minutes of April 5th and 6th, 1971 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of 814,144.78 were approved. Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the Council. No action was taken on any communication except as noted specifically in these minutes. Golden Gate Following a brief discussion concerning a letter- request Corridor Transpor- from the Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce for a resolution tation Planning supporting the Golden Gate Bridge and Highway District continuing to do the transportation planning in the Golden Gate Corridor, Councilman Smith volunteered to study same and make a recommendation to the Council. Department of Mr. Welch Mitchell, President of the Rohnert Park Lions Public Safety Club, introduced Mr. Carl Webber of the American Legion Citation Post #103 who appeared to make a presentation of a cita- tion to the Public Safety Department. Presentation was deferred for a few minutes awaiting return of Public Safety Department representatives from an emergency call. Project No. 1970 -5 Bond-Counsel Assaf advised: that notices of the public Country Club Blvd. hearing on the Engineer's Report had been posted, published and mailed as required by law, and the Engineer's Report had been filed with the City Clerk. Mayor Hopkins declared the public hearing open on the Engineer's Report for Project 1970 -5, Country Club Blvd. Page -2- April 19, 1971 F.noi -nppY+ HnAi.n vAnn,"+nA nn i-'ha on,naa.A of aaaaaamcn+o_ — "a-viewed construction bids received, and answered questions of the Council. Mr. Paul Golis inquired about the bond bids. Bond Counsel Assaf reported that only one bid had been re- ceived being from Stone and Youngberg and for 80% of par with interest at 7f. City Manager Callinan reported that no written communica- tions had been received concerning the Engineer's Report. He further advised that a representative of Stone & Young - berg, sole bidder on the bonds, iia d advised that due to the property tax delinquencies of Cofego Enterprises, the offer of his firm was the best they could make and that it was based on a computation of 70% for bonds on Cofego's property and 90% on the mobile home park property. Mr. Paul Golis was recognized and commented concerning the tax delinquencies. He advised he had been negotiating with another bond buyer and asked for deferral of award of sale on the bonds. 14 Mrs. Lorraine Curley was recognized and commented concern - ing the unfairness of penalizing other property owners in the project as a result of delinquencies of one owner. Bond Counsel Assaf reported that Mr. Golis had asked for a public bid on the bonds and proceedings had gone ahead on that basis. Howard Hills, 102660 Old Redwood Highway, was recognized and commented briefly on bond negotiations. Bond Counsel Assaf explained the bond bidding procedures. Engineer Hudis advised that the construction bids were effective for a period of 45 days. There tieing no one further desiring to be heard, Mayor Hopkins declared the public hearing closed. Councilman Buchanan made a motion to postpone action on Prot4)ect No. 1970 -5 which died for lack of a second. fond Counsel Assaf advised the Council that action could be taken on the resolutions necessary to the proceedings not relating to award of contract or sale of bonds. Resolution No. 71 -43 A RESOLUTION OVERRULING PROTESTS ON RESOLUTION OF INTEN- TION N0. 70= -62 (Cotix.try Club Boulevard Improvement Project No. 19-70-5) .fcnd Counsel Assaf summarized the resolution. Page -3- April 19, 1971 Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 71 -43 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 71 -44 A RESOLUTION AND ORDER ADOPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT, CON- FIRMING THE ASSESMUT AND ORDERING THE WORK AND ACQUISI- TIONS (Country Club Boulevard.Improvement Project No. 1970 -5). Bond Counsel Assaf summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 71 -44 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 71 -45 A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING COLLECTION OFFICER (Country Club Boulevard Improvement Project No. 1970 -5). Bond Counsel Assaf summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 71 -45 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, action on the remainder of the proceedings was deferred to the next regular meeting to allow the property owners time to negotiate on the sale of the bonds. Councilman Hopkins Councilman Hopkins left the Council Chambers at this point Leaves and Returns in the meeting, the time being approximately 7 :30 p.m. He returned at approximately 7 :32 p.m. Department of Public Mr. Carl Webber, American Legion Post #103, read a citation Safety Citation commending the Public Safety Department, and presented a framed copy-.to Chief Dennett who was accompanied by several members of the Public Safety Department and the Police and Fire Auxiliaries. Numerous organizations supporting the citation were represented in the audience and were recog- nized by Mr. Webber. File No. 0180 City Manager Callinan reviewed his discussions with Mr. A. Condiotti Condiotti and advised that Council reaction was being soli- cited as to whether or not 6,000 square foot R -1 lots would be acceptable if included in a planned unit develop- ment for the approximately 80 acres at the north west in- tersection of Rohnert Park Expressway and Snyder Lane. Mr. Condiotti made a presentation to the Council regarding his plans and advised that both Santa Rosa and Petaluma had 6,000 square foot lot minimums for single family homes. He advised that he would dedicate the park site for the area. City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the Coun- ZI - April 199 1971 cif a letter he received from Martin Stone, owner of the property on which Mr. Condiotti hopes to develop, which indicated general agreement with Mr. Cond.iotti's plan to develop the property provided the deneity. did not exceed seven units per acre and that the townhouses would be sold and not used as rental units. Mx. Paul Golis advising that he represented Pen Oretsky and the:other£ormer owners of the land, commented briefly in support of the 6,000 square foot lots being requested. Discussion followed regarding possible amendment of the Zoning Ordinance to provide for a 6,000 square foot lot minimum. Mavor Hopkins thei)olled the Council as follows on M"- CnnAi r%++i i c^ nrnrnoed nl a.n s Councilmen Buchanan, Roberts, and Hopkins indicated they would consider a 6,000 square foot lot minimum but were opposed to the townhouses included in the revised plan. Councilman Smith indicated he was opposed to the smaller lots and also the townhouses. Councilman Roberts reported that word had come to him that staff had given Mr. Condiotti a rough time and asked Mr. Condiotti if this were true. Mr. Condiotti replied in the negative. Mr. Condiotti requested a letter to Mr. Stone reflecting the Council's reaction to his revised plans and supporting an extension of time for his purchase of the property. Mr. Callinan indicated that he would contact Mr. Stone. File No. 0112 City Manager Callinan advised that architectural approval Horst Hanf of Horst Hanf's proposed 53 unit apartment complex on Avram .Avenue was being requested. Mr. Bill Kelly, architect for Horst Hanf, displayed plans and drawings for the apartment complex. Discussion follow- ed. - - Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved the plans and drawings displayed by Mr. Kelly were approved. Mr. Nore Thiesfeld, 7098 Adele, was recognized and commented briefly on the lack of side yard landscaping required in the city and suggested the possibility of some tree wells in the side yard parking area. Discussion followed during which it was suggested that four trees be planted in the side yard parking area. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Page -5- April 19, 1971 Buchanan, and approved by the following roll call vote the plans and drawings displayed by Mr. Kelly were approved ex- cept for the landscaping which will be subject to approval by staff: AYES: (3) Councilmen Buchanan, Roberts, and Hopkins NOES: (0) None ABSTAIN: (1) Councilman Smith File No. 0160 City Manager Callinan advised that site plan and architec- Berean Baptist tural approval was being requested by the Berean Baptist Church Church for the church proposed for construction on east side of Country Club Drive immediately north of the Rohnert Park Expressway. County Planner Mel Pederson reported that the plans sub- mitted were generally acceptable with some suggestions ex- cept for the landscaping which should be more detailed. City Manager Callinan reviewed. past Council action on this matter and reminded that the location for the proposed church was at the Expressway entrance into the northern residential area of the city and should be an attractive development. Rev. H. Buerer of the Berean Baptist Church displayed plans for the church and commented on same. Discussion followed after which action was deferred pending submission of more detailed plans for the exterior design and roof treat- ment of the buildixig and for the landscaping. File No.0121 City Manager Callinan reported that a written request from Request for Time Redwood Estates Sonoma had beenreceived for an extension Extension for Free- of six months on its freeway directional sign. way Directional Sign Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, a six month's extension of time for freeway directional sign for Redwood Estates Sonoma Mobile Rome Park was approved. File 0064 City Manager Callinan reported that Coca Cola Bottling Co. Coca Cola Bottling had requested approval of an addition to the existing free - Co. sign request way oriented sign at 6601 Commerce Blvd., displayed a sketch of.the sign,and explained this was for a regional sales office to be located in the south half of the Rohnert park Realty Office building. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Smith, and approved by the following roll call vote, the 04Coca -Cola" requested addition to the existing freeway oriented sign.at 6601 Commerce Blvd. was approved for a period of one year: Page —6— April 10, 1071 AYES: ( 4) o-q- 4.1- ♦ .r i - - - ®- ®--- ...�..+ - .�...v aaivaac.w,a' +.�v uvJ.4a' eJdtl.1. Udl NOES: (1) Councilman Hopkins ABSENT: (1) Councilman Rogers File No. 0185 The Committee Report on the proposed amendment to the r Proposed Amendment Zoning Ordinance re multi - family districts density and to Zoning Ordinance off- street parking standards was deferred due to Councilman re Multi - Family Dis- Rogers absence. City Manager Callinan advised that a tricts Density and written report had been prepared by the committee and a Off - street Parking copy sent to each Councilman, but Councilman Rogers would Standards like to be present alien it is discussed. PBR Sign Cnv City 'N'd�,a —ester %Dull Lnuh reported that a proposal had "been Comstock Chevron received from PBR Sign Company to remove the existing signs File 0190 at Comstock's Chevron Station and install only one sign on the corner. He advised that the proposal would reduce the sign area substantially. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councf'lnan Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the proposal for sign changes at Comstock's Chevron Station was referred to the county planning staff for handling. File No. 105 City Manager Callinan reviewed the background on the pro - Cofego Enterprises posed access plans of Cofego Enterprises for the Rohnert Park Expressway and Commerce Boulevard intersection area. Mr. Don dead, County Director of Public Works, reviewed a letter dated February 16, 1971 from the State Division of Highways. He summarized the points of objection referring to the "Rohnert Park City Center Zoning Map" submitted by Cofego Enterprises and also the traffic study map pre- pared by the County Planning Department. County Planner Mel Pederson explained the projected traffic flow map prepared by the County Planning Department with the aid of the State Division of Highways and the County Road Department. He further explained that the map had been prepared as part of the Sonoma State College Study and pointed out that the traffic flow figures were based on 100% development in the Rohnert Park area. Mr. Paul Golis commented on the Cofego Enterprises map and displayed a traffic map-of the City of San Jose for purposes of comparison to the Rohnert Park area traffic map stating he felt the traffic projection figures for the Rohnert Park area were too high. He also remarked on the development of the city, suggesting a; green belt around same, and limiting the size of Sonoma State College. Councilman Buchanan Councilman Buchanan left the Council Chambers at this point Leaves and Returns in the meeting, the time being approximately 9:34 p.m. He returned at approximately 0:36 p.m. Page -7- April 19, 1971 The Council requested Mr. Head to suggest a possible solu- tion for access at the intersection of Commerce Blvd. and Rohnert Park Expressway. Mr. Head pointed out the one non - traversing intersection shown on Cofego Enterprises map which had been provided for when the Expressway right of way was purchased by the county. He suggested perhaps two secondary entrances on Commerce Blvd. not too near the Expressway intersection. Mr. Golis reminded the Council that the zoning request of Cofego Enterprises was still pending and action had been deferred awaiting discussion on the access problems. City Manager Callinan questioned whether the map submitted was specific enough to place planned -unit zoning on the area. Discussion followed. Council referred the Cofego Enterprises map and zoning re- quest to County Planner Wes Vail for comment at the next regular meeting. Recess Mayor Hopkins declared a recess at this point in the meet- ing, the time being approximately 10:00 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Hopkins reconvened the meeting at approximately 10:10 p.m. with Councilmen Roberts, Smith, and Hopkins, present. Ordinance No. 144 ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 63, ZONING ORDINANCE (Zoning Map Change - Forhim Corp. Holiday Park Subdivi- sion) City Manager Callinan summarized the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith, and approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance Noe 144 was waived and said ordinance was adopted: .AYES: (3) Councilmen Roberts, Smith and Hopkins NOES: (0) None ABSENT: (2) Councilmen Buchanan and Rogers Ordinance No. 145 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 91 BY REDUCING THE FRANCHISE FEE `l ^t/, City Manager Callinan summarized the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance No. 145 was waived and said ordinance was adopted° Page -8- April 19, 1971 AYES: (3) Councilmen Roberts, Smith and Hopkins NOES: (0) None ABSENT: (2) Councilman Buchanan and Rogers Ordinance No. 146 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REGULATING THE PRACTTCE OF RTTRYTIMI OF P(1M ITr�,TTRTP.C! yzV R�: OPRV TNT Map- rATMV OF ROHNERT PARK, AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION `iHERV_ OF. City Manager Callinan summarized the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Robe, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance No. 146 was waived, the said ordinance was introduced. Resolution No. 71 -46 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING "CONSENT TO COMMON USE AGREEMENT" WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA (Rohnert Park Expressway Interchange) City Manager Callinan and City Attorney Maxwell summarized the resolution and agreement. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 71 -46 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 71 -47 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING, AUTHORIZING, AND APPROVING INSTALLA- TION OF STOP SIGNS City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 71 -47 was waived, and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 71 -48 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUNDS (Rohnert Park Regional Park Project) City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 71-48 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Report on Housing Councilman Roberts requested that the report on the Housing Authorities Tour Authorities Tour be deferred until all Councilmen are pre - sent. Non- returnable Mayor Hopkins initiated a discussion concerning possible Containers restrictions on non - returnable containers. City Manager Callinan summarized the action of the Cities of Pinole and Novato. regarding non - returnable containers. Page -9- April 19, 1971 Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the Mayor was authorized to write to the legislative representatives urging support for effective legislation this year concerning non- return- able containers. Meeting with Mayor Hopkins solicited comments from the Council regarding Legislative views to be expressed at the April 28 meeting with the Representatives State legislators. Councilman Smith brought to the atten- tion of the Council the League of California Cities' Mayors and Councilmen's Institute scheduled in May with provisions being made for representatives to meet with the State legis- lators also. Discussion followed. Committee Meeting Councilman Roberts briefly discussed a time for the commit - tee of he and Councilman Smith to meet to formulate plans for a meeting with the industrial area tenants. ABAG Councilman Smith brought to the attention of the Council an article in "Bay View" ABAG's newsletter, concerning ABAG being a clearing house for PHA financing for certain subdivi- sions and other developments. A brief discussion followed. Mr. Callinan indicated that he would get additional informa- tion on ABAG's role insofar as PHA financed developments is concerned. Fire Escapes Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion concerning the lack of external fire escapes on two story buildings in Rohnert Park.and wondered if it might have an effect on the fire rating. Staff was requested to ascertain at what point fire escapes are required. Parks and Recreation City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the Coun Magazine Article cil an article by Tom West appearing in the March issue of the "Parks and Recreation" magazine about the swimming pool program in the community. P.A. System for City Manager Callinan reported on the information obtained Community Center by Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain for a public address system at the Community Center and advised that a system that would accommodate several microphones would cost approximately $365 plus a mixer to expand the system would cost x$110. Staff was directed to include the item. in the 1971 -72 budget. Annexation No. 7 Discussion on Annexation No. 7 was deferred at the request of Land Investors Research to Mr. Callinan. Reception for City Manager Callinan announced that the reception for Sonoma State Sonoma State College President McGrath had been scheduled College for May 16 from 3:00 to 6000 p.m. in the Club Room of the President McGrath Community Center and that Councilman Roberts would:,be meet - ing with the Cultural Arts Commission members during the coming week to make plans for the reception. It was suggest- ed that members of the president's staff be invited and April 19, 1971 that an open invitation be extended to residents of the community. Council agreed and requested a list of all those invited. Golf Tournament City Manager Callinan reported that Golf Pro Porter had re- Rates quested that negotiations be permitted on rates for golf 4- .�.a..9a.�w m.� 4 n A bowed -4• A, cevoav on -P I l -. nrl UVIA..t. dAG NLGIA UA• A MJ.. J6G, . k&J.0. {.Lf».L V11 iVJ..J.V WV • Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, City Manager Callinan and Golf Pro Porter were given approval to jointly approve re- duced rates for golf tournaments on an individual basis. Street Sweeper City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the Coun- cil recent problems with the street sweeper motor and that a replacement motor was being sought. Parks Grant Program City Manager Callinan reported that a communication had been received from HUD regarding the Federal Legacy of Parks Program which provides for 75% funding for parks under 20 acres and that a pre - application submittal is being prepared by Mr. Pekkain for planned improvements in Alicia and Benecia Parks and possible acquisition of some neighborhood parks in other areas and that it would be submitted after Mr. Pekkain discusses it with the Recreation Commission but before April 30th. League Meeting City Manager Callinan asked who would be able to attend the Redwood Empire Division, League of California Cities meeting on April 24th in Fairfield. No one indicated they could. Himebaugh Creek City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the Coun- Drainage Plan cil the proposed Himebaugh Creek Drainage Plan and his in- tention to meet with the property owners involved to solicit reactions to alternatives on how best to proceed. Meeting with Petaluma City Manager Callinan reminded the Council of the April School Board 22nd meeting with the Petaluma School Board and extended an invitation to members of the press. Rohnert Park Sign Mr. Roger Kreisbher, 128 Alden, noted that several lights needed to be replaced in the Rohnert Park sign near the free - way and asked who was responsible for maintenance of the sign. City Manager Callinan advised that a sign maintenance firm would be contacted to make necessary repairs. Adjournment There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 10-'55 p.m• Deputy'City C1 k APPROVED: Mayor Family Membership - Season Family Membership - Monthly Single Membership - Season General Admission: $ 3. 5 and uncer - ncn swimmers 5 and under - swimmers 6 through 15 Non-Residents 16 through 21 YTe- - over 21 -Atz -ter SWIMMING POOL RATES 1970 Rates B_eT _ore ,zKT Fte r 5-31 5-31 $ 35. $ 40. 15® 20® 15. 20® -0- -20 .3,0 ,50 .60 -S t a f J7 Recommended 1971 Rates t5efore A-�--cer j- 5-31 5-31 $ 40. $ 450 18® 23. 18® 23® 25 .35 .60 .70 Recreation Lessons Children's Program, Recomir,ended Residents $ 3® $ 3. 1971 -Rates Non-residents ,Residents Non-Residents 3 e r— 7­7-i ore YTe- - B e r 0 r e -Atz -ter 5-31 5-31 5-31 5 -3I $ 35. $ 40. $ 40. 45® 15. 200 13® 23. 150 20. 18. 23. -0- 020 .30 .50 .60 Z 4. 4. Lessons Children's Program, Residents $ 3® $ 3. $ 3® Non-residents 3. 4. Swimming Lessons Adult Program 3. 4. 3. Pool Rental (with for private use $ 109hr® $ 15 /h,r® 15/hr. one'g -aard) NOTE® During 1970 there were 167 memberships sold, of which only 9 were non-residents. Z 4. 4.