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1975/06/16 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL 14IFUTES June 16, 1975 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 7-40 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park with Mayor Hopkins; presiding. The regular session was preceded by an adjourned joint sessio. of the Council and,the Parks and Recreation Commission, which commenced at 6:30 p "ema and'at which Councilmen Beary, Eck, Smith and Hopkins were present. Also present were Park and Recreation Commission members Beth Hofmann, Tina Helgrin, Ron Fiori, Roger Kriescher and Ray Lummuso Staff present: Park and Recreation Director Pekkaixi." A general discussion of park and recreation matters was held but no action was taken. The regular session was preceded by an evnnutit,e se—lo n which commenced at,7 :05 p.m. and at which all Councilmen and City Manager Callinan were present and which was held to. discuss litigation, personnel matters, and possible appointments to Commissions., Call to Order mayor Hopkins called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7:40 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiances Roll Call Present: (5) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Flores, Smith and Hopkins Absent; (0) Nona Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, City Engineer Brust and Planning Director Skanchy Approval of Minutes Councilman 13eary asked that a. correction be made of the minutes of June 2, 1975 under the subject "Tennis Courts Alicia lark ", page S, paragraph 4, to read "Councilman Smith made a motion, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, directing staff to send a letter over the Mayor's signature to the contractor advising him that the City would look to, said.contractor should future problems arise concerning the surface of the Alicia Park tennis courts." Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the minutes of June 2nd were approved as amended: Executive Session Mayor Hopkins announced that discussion in the Executive Report Session concerned personnel matters and appointments to various commissions. Page 2 June 16, 1975 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. Letter from Cotati re Joint Meeting to Dis- cuss Increase in Sewer and Dispatch Rates Request for Financial Assistance from Toward Utility Rate Normalization Organization Councilman Flores commented briefly on the letter from Mayor Fassio of Cotati concerning the City's intention to increase dispatch service rates. He asked if it had not been approximately two months since our letter had been forwarded to Cotati. City Manager Callinan replied in the affirmative. Councilman Eck initiated a brief discussion regarding the letter from Toward Utility Rate Normalization organization and their request for financial assistance for opposing utility increases to the consumers. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, staff. was requested to direct a letter over the Mayor's signature to Toward Utility Rate Normalization organization in San Francisco indicating sympathy with their cause, but indicating that at this time the City was not available for financial assistance. Letter from Petaluma City Manager Callinan initiated a discussion concerning the School District re letter from Superintendent of Schools Lesly H. Meyer wherein Request for Cost he states that awards such as block letters and special Sharing of Placques recognition comes from student body funds. Supt. Meyer for Championship stated that he was referring the Council's letter to Mr. Teams Robert Daggett, Principal of Rancho Cotate High School, for possible action from their student :body funds. Letter from Mrs. Councilman Smith requested that City Manager Callinan read a Irma Makenson for letter from Mrs. Irma Makenson wherein she states her Ambulance Service gratitude for the prompt and courteous response for ambulance service. She was particularly appreciative of the police department's courteous treatment, and their follow --up call on her the following day. Councilman Smith commended the Police Department and indicated that this type of public service work reflected well on them and the City. Mayor Hopkins asked if Mr. Callinan could compile an accounting of the follow -up work of the Police Department. Mr. Callinan stated he would do so. Sonoma County Councilman Eck initiated a brief discussion concerning the Taxpayers' Assn. News news release from the Sonoma County Taxpayers' Association Release on Golden wherein they oppose Assembly Bill 1360 which would. Gate Bridge District eliminate the "Public at Large" representation from the Board of Directors Golden Gate Bridge District Board of Directors and seat an additional Sonoma County Supervisor. Councilman Smith stated that he was very displeased with Supervisor Hinkle's recent decisions concerning the Golden Gate,Bridge and Golden Gate Transit, and felt strongly that the .Council should go on record as opposing AB 1360. Page 3 June 16, 1975 Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Mayor Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Council went on record as opposing AB 1360, and requested staff to direct letters, over the Mayor's signature, to appropriate officials so stating. Letter from Councilman Eck queried staff as to whether they .had any Clarence E. Burr re information on the sewer plant that" produces Methane gas Sewage Treatment as outlined in Mr. Burr's letter. Mr. Callinan and Mr. Brust replied in the negative.'' Mayor Hopkins Mayor Hopkins introduced Mr -Allen Stansbury, Cotati City Introduces Mr. ALA en Councilman who was sitting in the audience. Stansbury Championship Trophy Mr. Larry Swenson, representing the College View Youth Club, won by Pop Warner was recognized by the Council and spoke briefly and presented Football Team in to them the Pop Warner football team championship trophy from Marin- Sonoma County the Marin- Sonoma County League. Mr. Swenson explained that League the trophy was a traveling trophy and asked that Rohner.t Park display the trophy for its residents. Mr. Swenson also thanked the Council for their,past financial support. Mayor Hopkins accepted the trophy for the City of Rohnert Park. Tom Feeney re Mr. Tom Feeney, insurance agent of record for the City, spoke Insurance briefly advising the Council that he had received a letter from the Imperial Insurance Company in which they state that they would increase the rate of premium and reduce limits of liability. Mr. Feeney stated that he did not feel the company was justified in these actions, particularly in mid - -term. Discussion followed with Mr. Feeney, City Attorney Flitner and the council participating. Mr. Flitner stated would look t'.' l to a d-F the ni' n he sxou .,� �r�,o �.�e a�� ,., see v campy y be forced to continue coverage until the anniversary date. Mr. Feeney advised the council that the insurance company mus, give 60 days notice before cancelling, which would enable the City to seek coverage elsewhere. The Council indicated that.Mr.. Feeney . and staff should handle the matter in the best possible way and by advising the company that the mid-term increase in premium was unacceptable. Presentation of Mayor Hopkins read Resolution 75 °143, Resolution Commending Resolution of Mr. and Mrs. Al Dawson, for their efforts in the soccer progrc Commendation to Mr. and Mrs. Al Dawson Mr. and Mrs. Dawson were present and a framed copy of the Resolution was presented to them. Mr. Dawson expressed his appreciation to the Council for this commendation. Ordinance 297 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 122 TO ALLOW SALES BY OUTCRY BY HAWKERS AND PEDDLERS SUBJECT TO CERTAIN RESTRICTIONS City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Beary, and approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Ordinance 297 was waived and said ordinance was adopted. AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins NOES: (1) Councilman Eck Resolution 75 -145 Resolution 75-146 Page 4 June 169 1975 CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING TO DETERMINE WHETHER PUBLIC NECESSITY, HEALTH, SAFETY, OR WELFARE REQUIRES THE FORMATION OF AN UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT ON PARTS OF SOUTHWEST BOULEVARD, BURTON AVENUE, ®ND BARON' DRIVE City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Beary,. and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 75 -145. was waived and said resolution was adopted. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROIiNERT PARK ESTABLISHING RATES AND CHARGES FOR SEWAGE DISPOSAL SERVICE AND PROVIDING PROCEDURES FOR COLLECTION City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. The Council had some questions as to the criteria used for establishing some of the rates. Mr. Callinan and City Engineer Brust explained for the benefit of the Council,. Councilman Flores commented on the increase to adult mobile home parks and how it might affect senior citizens. He asked if there was some way that the City might make a pro- vision whereby senior citizens could pay a -reduced rate for their sewer service. Discussion followed with the Council and Mr. Callinan participating.` - It was generally felt that this would be difficult to establish, since the park, not individuals, is billed for sewer serviced Council was advised .that should they wish to considet'this type of action at a later date an amendment could be made to the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded "by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 75 -146 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution 75- -147 RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION TO MR. JIMMMIE Oda ROGERS City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Councilman Eck"madea motion to amend the original motion to delete from paragraph 7 of Resolution 75m -147 the words "which will have long term benefits to the residents of Rohnert Parka" .Councilman Eck °s motion was seconded by Councilman Beary and was approved by a voice votes Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Florei and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 75° -7.47 was waived and said resolution was adopted as amended. Subdivision 9, City Manager Callinan asked the Council to defer action on Unit A the resolition listed on the agenda concerning the bonds for Subdivision 9, Unit A. Resolution 75 -148 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING COMPLETION AND DIRECTING ENGINEER TO FILE NOTICE OF COMPLETION, COMMUNITY CENTER SERVICE ROAD, PROJECT NOo.1975 -70 City Manager.Callinan explained the,rppolu.tiono Page 5 June 16, 1.975 Upon'motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Leary, and unanimously . approved, the reading�of Resolution 75-148 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Project No. 1975-10:, City: Manager,Callinan Asked the Council to defer action on r the esolution listed on the agenda concerning, , Project 1975-10, Adrian and Burton Overlay. Resolution 75-149 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED I I PROPOSALS SOUTHWEST BOULEVARD WIDENING FROM AVENIDA CALLA TO SNYDER LANE, PROJECT 1975-12. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Councilman Smith initiated a-discussibn as to the financing of the widening of this road.- Mr. Callinan indicated that usually the developer,of the property would pay the cost of the project, but since it would be some time before this property would be developed, and because of traffic problems in this area, it was felt that if Qantas Development Corp- oration would agree to pay one-half the cost, the UILY L would pay the remaining one-half.; Mr. Callinan stated that the City had allocated some of its 1975.76 TDA funds for this project. Mr. Callinan referred to recent correspondence with Qantas wherein they state that while they cannot pay their one-half cost immediately, but that they will do so as soon as possible. Discussion continued with the Council. and Mr. Callinan participating. A suggestion was made that the City pay the entire cost at this time to be refunded by the developer when the property is developed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Mayor Hopkins and approved by the- following roll call vote, the reading of Resolution 75-149 was waived and said resolution was adopted. AYES (3) Councilmen Beary, Flores and Hopkins NOES. (2) Councilmen Eck and Smith Project 1956-1 Amended Assessments Nos. 6.9.4.1 and 7 ' 1 1 Resolution 75-150 Councilman Smith asked the record to show that while he recognizes the need f6r the road widening, he does not agree with the method of constructing same. City Manager Callinan explained the amended assessments. He further advised that notice of the scheduled public hearin.F, had been published in the local newspaper. Mayor Hopkins declared open the scheduled public hearing on Project 1956-1 on Amended Assessments 6.9.4.1 and 7. There being no person desiring to speak and no correspondence received, Mayor Hopkins declared the public hearing closed. A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING AMENDED ASSESSMENT, PROJECT NO. 1956•1, ASSESSMENT NOS. 6090401 and 7. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 75-152 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution 75-153 A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT, SANTA ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVE11ENT, PROJECT NO. 1975-2. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 75-153 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Page 6 June 16, 1975 ..Upon motion of Councilman Beary,,,seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved',:the reading of Resolution 75 -150 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Project 1975, -2 City Manager Callinan, referring to his memo of June 12th, Santa Alicia Drive reviewed with the Council this project which will . improv I e Improvement Project Santa Alicia Drive from its present terminus and extend it eastward stward to the completed Deer Meadow Village Subdivision road. Mr. Callinan stated that the notice,of,,public hearing had been published in the local newspaper and mailed to affected property owners in the area. Bond Counsel Assaf'of the firm of Wilson, Jones, Morton and Lynch reviewed with the Council the three bond bids received, from Gross & Company, San Francisco Securities, and Stone & Youngberg, the low bidder being Gross & Company, Inc., with interest costs at $28,655.78 (for a net effective rate of 8.8575%). Mayor Hopkins declared open the scheduled public hearing on the Resolution of Intention to Make Changes and Modifications, Project 1975-2, Santa Alicia Dr . ive Improvement Project. There being no person desiring ,to speak and no correspondence received, Mayor Hopkins declared the public hearing closed. Resolution 75-151 A RESOLUTION ORDERING CHANGES AND MODIFICATIONS, SANTA ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEMENT, PROJECT NO. 1975-2. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, a,nd.,unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 75-151 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution 75• 152 A RESOLUTION AND ORDER ADOPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT, CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING THE WORK AND ACQUISITIONS, SANTA ALICIA DRIVE PTPROVEMENT, PROJECT NO. 1975-2. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 75-152 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution 75-153 A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT, SANTA ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVE11ENT, PROJECT NO. 1975-2. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 75-153 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Page 7 .Tune 16, 1975 Resolution.75 -154 A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING COLLECTION OFFICER, SANTA ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEMENT, PROJECT NOo '1975 -2. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading; of Resolution 75154 was.waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution 75 -°155 A RESOLUTION AWARDING SALE OF'BONDS, SANTA ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEMENT, PROJECT NO. 1975 -2. City - Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith; and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 75 -155 was waived.and said resolution was adopted. Proiect 1973 -2. Citv Manager Callinan, referring to his memo of June 12th_. Wastewater Treatment advised the Council that bids on the Wastewater Treatment Plant Modifications Plant Modifications had been opened on Thursday, June 12th. A copy.of the bid summary was presented to the Councilmen and reviewed. Mr. Callinan stated that the bids had been referred to the State and EPA for their approval, and no action would be taken until returned. Resolution 75° -156 A RESOLUTION:OF AWARD OF CONTRACT, ROHNERT PARK INTERCEPTOR SEWER, PROJECT 1973.2. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of foiuncilmax? Beary; eacnndleri by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 75-15.6 was waived and.said resolution was adopted. File 0423,9 Codding City Manager Callinan informed the Council of the Codding Enterprises', Applica- Enterprises application for an office building and warehouse tion for Office on the Rohnert Park Expressway on the west side of the Building and Warehouse freeway. Mr. Callinan stated that notice of scheduled public hearing had been published in the local newspaper and mailed to property owners in the affected area. Planning Director Skanchy reviewed with the'douncil the plans on display and staff report dated. Juice 10th, copies of which had been presented,to the Council. 1411r. Skanchy stated he had added.two conditions to his recommendations on the staff report, one being that the tG>>'o driveways be combined into one driveway to be located along the westerly property line and the other that the applicant obtain a valid lot split. Discussion followed with the Council asking for clarification concerning parkin; and landscaping as shown on the plans of the proposed development. Mayor Fiopkins.declared open the scheduled public hearing on File. 0423, Codd- ing,Enterprises, application for develop- ment plan approval for 17,000.sq.lft. office building and warehouse on approximately 1.5 acres north of Rohnert Park Expressway, approximately 860° west of South Santa Rosa Ave. Page 8 June 16, 1975 Mr. Doug Craig of Codding Enterprises was present and stated he would be happy to answer any questions for the Council. The Council indicated that they were primarily interested in the cooperation of far. Craig and Gadding Enterprises on developing this,project. Mr. Craig assured the,C6uncil'that he would cooperate fully with .them on this project. Mr. Lyle Amlin, 382 Burton Ave., was recognized and expressed concern regarding large trucks delivering to the warehouse and as to whether there was enough depth in the parking and delivery area for.these trucks to turn around without backing into the street. Discussion followed with Mr. Amlin, Mr. Craig and the Council participating. There being no other person desiring to speak and no correspondence received, Mayor Hopkins declared the public hearing closed. Councilman Smith made a motion,.which was seconded by Councilman Beary, to approve File 0423, Codding Enterprises, ,application for development plan approval for 17,000 sq. ft. office building and warehouse on approximately 1.5 acres north of Rohnert Park Expressway, approximately 860` west of South Santa Rosa Ave., subject to a landscaping plan being returned to the Council for approval. Councilman Smith's motion was unanimously approved. File 0283, Approval City Manager Callinan explained the request for approval of Final Map, Llano of the Final Map by Qantas Development Corporation, stating Subdivision, Unit 2 that said map had been checked by the Engineering Department and Planning Department and found to be in order. County Planning Dept. Study of Area East of Rohnert Park City Limits Mayor Hopkins made a motion to approve the Final Map for Llano Subdivision, Unit 2 and authorized the Mayor to enter into an appropriate subdivision agreement prior to the map being released for recording and with the understanding that the City is not guaranteeing sewer and water service. The motion was seconded by Councilman Flores and approved by the following roll call vote- AYES. (5) Councilman,Beary, Eck, Flores, Smith and Hopkins . NOES: (0) None City Manager Callinan, referring to his memo of June 13th, discussed with the Council the Sonoma County Planning DepartmentQs proposed study of the foothill areas to the east of Rohnert Park. Mr. Callinan stated he had had a call from Mr. Vail of that agency and they would like to include in this study all of the area down to the City's easterly city limits. Purpose of the study apparently is to attempt to raise the minimum acreage for that area to a 10 or 20 acre minimum. Discussion followed.with.the Council, Mr. Callinan and Planning Director Skanczy participating. Mr. Skanchy was queried as to the existing lot sizes in that area. There was some concern expressed regarding leakage of septic .tanks into the .City's waterground system. "r Page 9 June'16, 1975 The consensus of the Council was to support the Sonoma County Planning Department in their proposed study. Appointments to Mayor Hopkins stated'thaf the.Council had met in Executive Cultural Arts session,.,prior to the regular session, to .consider appoint® Commission meats "to "the Cultural Arts Commission, Parks and Recreation Coriniission and Planning Commission. City 1Ianager Callinan advised that notice of the scheduled public hearing had been sent to all local newspapers'in the area. Mayor Hopkins declared the scheduled public hearing open on appointments to the Cultural Arts Commission. City Manager Callinan stated he had received two letters asking for appointment to the Cultural Arts Commission, one from Mrs. Alice Wells and one from Mrs. Lovetta LaVoie. Mrs.. Wells and Tars. LaVoie were present and responded to .some questions from the Council. There being no other person wishing,to speak and no other correspondence received Mayor Hopkins; declared the public hearing closed on appointments to the Cultural Arts Commission Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved,,, Mrs, Alice Wells and Mrs. Lovetta LaVoie were appointed to the,Cultural Arts Commission for four 'year, terms beginning ,July'1,:'1975. Appointments to City Manager.Callinan stated he had received six letters Park and Recreation for appointment to the Park and Recreation Commission from Commission Beth Hofmann, Ron Fiori, Roger IZreischer, Tina Helgren, George Henley and Raymond H. Lummus., He further stated that notice of the scheduled public hearing had been sent to all local newspapers. Mayor Hopkins,declared the scheduled public hearing open on appointments to the Park and Recreation Commission. Councilman Smith initiated a discussion with several applicant :,.for the Park and Recreation Commission who were present in the :Chamber, asking about their interest' in a larger involvement of women in the community programs, and, special events which might be included in the program. The applicants responded Riving their views on these subjects. There being no one•else wishing to speak Mayor Hopkins declared closed the public hearing on appointments to the Park and Recreation Commission. Upon motion of Councioman Flores, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved,,Beth Hofmann, Ron Fiori, Roger Kreischer, Tina Helgren, George Henley andRaymond Lummus were appointed to the Park and Recreation Commission for one year terms beginning July 19 1975. Appointments to Planning Commission Financial Support for Joe DiMaggio Baseball Team Hural Project in front of City Hall Recess Reconvene Page 10 June 16, 1975 City Manager Callinan stated that notice of the scheduled public hearing had been sent to all local newspapers. He further stated that he had received letters from three Applicants. Mayor Hopkins declared the scheduled public hearing open on Appointments to the Planning Commission. Mayor Hopkins stated that at the discretion of the Council the public hearing would be continued until June 30, 1975 for consideration of appointments to the Planning Commission. City Manager Callinan discussed with the Council the Park ana Recreation Commissions °s recommendation for financial support for the Joe DiMaggio baseball team, as per Mr. Pekkaines memo of June 10th. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smit« and unanimously approved, Council approved the requested amount of $425.00 for the Joe DiMaggio Baseball Team. This subject on the agenda was moved up at the request of Mrs. Wells. The Council concurred. Councilman Flores initiated a discussion with reference to the mural project to be painted on the exterior convex wall of the City Offices building. A sketch of the proposed mural, prepared by a member of the Youth Panel, had been referred to Architect Lawrence Simons for recommendation as to design and colors. Councilman Flores read a portion of Mr. Simon °s letter wherein he indicates that he feels a sculpture would be more appropriate for the front of the City Offices, as a mural might tend to change the architectural design of the building, Councilman Flores opined that we should follow through with our commitment to the Cultural Arts Commission and suggested that the mural be painted on plywood and placed on the exterior convex wall in such a manner as to be mobile so that it could be moved, possibly to other location.b in the city, and replaced with other murals constructed in a like manner. Mrs. Alice Wells:of the Cultural Arts Commission was recognized by the Council and she thanked Mr. Flores for his recommendation and stated that she felt it was an excellent solution. Mrs. Lovetta LaVoir also expressed her apprecia- tion'for the proposed plane Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith: and unanimously approved, Council approved the Flores "Mural Plane" Mayor Hopkins declared a recess at this point in the meeting the time being approximately 9000 p..m. Mayor Hopkins reconvened the meeting at approximately 9 :15 p.m. with all councilmen present. Page 11 June 169 1975 League of California City Manager Callinan reviewed with the Council a letter Cities Proposal for from the League_ of California Cities, copies of which had State`Revenue Sharing been provided the councilmen .,.setting forth ways in which with Cities cities might share in income tax revenues. Discussion followed with the council directing their attention to.the suggestion of the League concerning a 10% surtax on top of income tax as a possible source of revenue sharing funds. � Councilman Smith made a motion, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, that the League of California Cities be advised that while the Council agrees with State revenue sharing with the cities, the Council does not agree that a 10% surtax on income tax is the proper method of generating: the necessary revenue, and that revenue sharing could be accomplished within the .available state revenue. Letter from Robert City Manager Callinan referred to a letter from Robert S. Unger re Golf Course Unger, copies of which had been presented to the councilmen, wherein Mr. Unger requests use of the golf course for people living in the Country Club area,after 6.00 p.m. City Manager Callinan.asked that the record show that he owns a lot that backs up to the golf course. Discussion followed with Mr. Unger participating. Council- man:Flores suggested that consideration be given Mr. Unger °s request for residents of .the Country Club area to utilize the golf course after 6 :00 p.m. based on the conditions that a. tac VVtilal..L1 Csta(111511 all egLll LilDle lf:.l„'', estaDl:L `u`S LI the time, and establish a four 'month trial period. Discussion followed with the Council generally in agreement with Mr. Flores` suggestion, however, they felt that everyone should be allowed to take advantage of the golf course.under these conditions, not just residents of the Country Club area. It was the consensus of the Council; that Councilman Flores and Councilman'Fck work on.'this proposed plan and return to the Council.with. some definitive recommendations. Spivock Land. City Manager Callinan gave an update report on the status of the acquisition of the Spivock land for open space. He advised the.Council. that the County is having appraisals made on the land and Mr, Spivock. is also .having an appraisal made. These appraisals should be completed by the end of June. Letter from North City Manager Callinan referred the Council's attention to::. Marin County hater the letter from North Marin County Water District concerning District re Use of the use of Santa Rosa wells for Supplemental Water and Santa Rosa Wells for setting forth cost and usage by Agency. Supplemental Water Mr. Callinan:as.ked fore Council comments. The Council had no comments to make concerning the letter. June 18 Meeting with Cotati City Council June 19 Meeting with College Presidents Cabinet City )Manager Callinan reminded the Council of their June 18 meeting with the Cotati City Council. The meeting will be held in the Rohnert Park City Offices commencing at 7000 p.m. City Manager Callinan reminded the Council of the meeting with'the College Presidents Cabinet at Sonoma State College at 3o00 p.m. 1975 -76 Budget City Manager Callinan advised the Council that the 1975 -76 Status Report proposed Budget would be completed by the end of June. Page 12 June 16, 1975 Charging for Fire City Manager Callinan, referring to his memo of June 12th, Protection Services asked for comments from the,Council regarding his suggestion that the City charge for fire protection services such as being called for washdown, putting out car fires, service calls to apartment hourses, etc. Discussion followed with the Council questioning the amount of revenue that would be generated by this proposed fee service. The Council indicated that they were generally opposed to charging for fire protection services in the City. Turfing Waldo Rohnert City Manager Callinan discussed with the Council his memo of School Grounds June 12th.concerning this subject, wherein he indicates that he had discussed with Mr.. Davidson of the elementary school district the possibility of the district and City financing the installation of an irrigation system and some turfing for the Waldo Rohnert school grounds. Before proceeding with preparing a formal agreement Mr. Callinan indicated he wanted to be sure the Council would endorse the program. The Council concurred with the proposed program Golf Course Bridge City Manager Callinan referred to his memo of June 12th, and advised the Council that the golf course bridge had been originally constructed of plywood, which was now showing considerable wear. Mr. Callinan stated that an application of asphalt concrete overlay will be put down over planks of the bridge and that funding will come from the Hinebaugh Creek Assessment Project. Citing Large Trucks City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his memo of June 12th wherein he discusses the problem of large trucks parking in residential areas in the City, in violation of the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Callinan pointed out that in the past only courtesy notices had been given out, but in the future the Public Safety officers will issue citations for these violations after giving one or two courtesy notices. Discussion followed with the Council expressing a desire to see the revised ordinance recently approved by the Planning Commission and an explanation of the tonnage restriction in terms of restricting what type vehicles. A Mr. Allen in the chamber was recognized and he expressed concern with regard to one of his tenants that owns and parks a small van in his apartment complex. Discussion followed with the Council and Mr. Callinan participating. June 18 Meeting with Cotati City Council June 19 Meeting with College Presidents Cabinet City )Manager Callinan reminded the Council of their June 18 meeting with the Cotati City Council. The meeting will be held in the Rohnert Park City Offices commencing at 7000 p.m. City Manager Callinan reminded the Council of the meeting with'the College Presidents Cabinet at Sonoma State College at 3o00 p.m. 1975 -76 Budget City Manager Callinan advised the Council that the 1975 -76 Status Report proposed Budget would be completed by the end of June. Page 13 June 16, 1975 Dennett - Graduation City Manager Callihan informed the Council that Director from FBI Academy of Public Safety Robert Dennet . t graduates from the FBI Academy on June 19th. Hospital District City Manager Callihan advised the Council that the Local Detachment Agency Formation Commission has approved the City's application to withdraw from the Petaluma Hospital District. The matter now goes to the Board of Directors of the hospital district for final action... Joint Meeting with City Mar-kager Callihan stated that the Planning Commission Planning Commission has asked',.fo� a Joint Meeting with the Council. Councilman Eck indicated that thew Commission has not yet finalized a date for the meeting. Draft re Trespassing City.Attorney Flitner presented to,the Council a draft on Golf Course regarding.Trespassing on the Golf Co'urse. City Manager Callinan'stated that the proposed ordinance was not intended for people strolling around the golf course, but to prohibit vehicles, horses, etc. The Council requested that.the proposed ordinance be referring to the Golf Course Committee (Eck and-Flores) for review and returned for Council review. Decisions Subject to City Attorney Flitner informed the Council of a recent Appeal to Council Coastal Commission case whereby adecision handed down by the Commission had been appealed by an interestedd.-person. Referring to the City's Zoning Ordinance, which is presently being amended, Mr. Flitner indicated that anyone could aplpro__nl�to the Council an application-processed under the Zoning Ordinance., John Reed Site improvements Bike Path Ramps in front of Junior High Speeding Problems Councilman Eck initiated a discussion stating several residents are concerned about the improvements taking place on the John Reed school property, particularly along the area of their back fence which back up to the park. Mr. Eck recommended that the Park and Recreation Commission be contacted regarding some action that could be taken, such as landscaping along the fence, which would insure their privacy. The Council concurred. Councilman Eck queried City Manager Callihan as to whether the bike path in front of the Junior High would have ramps on the Burton Ave. corner. Mr. Callihan replied in the affirmative. Councilman Eck initiated .a discussion as to whether there was anything additional that the Public'Safety Dept. could do regarding the increase of speeding vehicles in the City. Mr. I Qallin I an asked if this had been noted in any particular area- of :the City. Councilhan Eck felt that it was wide spread, and particularly bad around 2iOO a.m. Mr. Callihan stat64he` would look into .the .'problem. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith and unanimously approved, the Council went on record as opposing the Post Office's proposed regulations requiring installation of cluster mailboxes or curbside mailboxes, and directed that letters over the Mayor's signature be sent to: the Assistant General Counsel, Special Projects Division, U. So Postal Service, Washington, D.C., and, to NLC Office of Federal Relations, so stating. Unscheduled Public Councilman Flores initiated a discussion concerning a Appearances resident who was recently in the chamber and wanted to take up a matter with the Council but left because of the long session. He indicated he did not want to wait until the end of the session at which time unscheduled public appearances are scheduled. Page 14 .Tune 16, 1975 Change:.in Council Councilman Beary initiated a discussion concerning the.. Meeting.Schedule Council meeting schedule, possibly changing from the lst and 3rd Mondays of the month to the 2nd and 4th Mondays. Mr. Beary indicated he would like to serve on the Comprehensive Health Planning Committee which met on the lst Monday of each months Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman ,Beary, and unanimously approved, City Attorney Flitner was directed to draft an ordinance changing the meeting days . of the City Council to the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. Flooding at Rancho Councilman Beary initiated a brief discussion regarding the Grande in Winter flooding problems at Rancho Grande during the winter months. Mr. Callinan stated that the Flood Control Agency would be C leaning the creek east of Snyder Lane and that the Agency was having some difficulty obtaining an easement from one property owner, but feel they will be able to solve the problem by cleaning the creels where they can and trust it will flush normally where they cannot. AB 195+ Councilman Smith initiated a discussion concerning AB 19549 Age Discrimination in Housing. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Beary and unanimously approved, the Council went on record as endorsing AB 1854 and directed a letter be sent to appropriat State officials over the Mayor's signature so stating. AB 2116 Councilman Smith initiated a discussion concerning AB 2116, Municipal Ownership of Liquor Licenses. Civic Auditoriums. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, the Council discussed AB 2116 and took no action regarding same° Installation of Cluster Councilman Smith initiated a discussion concerning the Post Mailboxes or Curbside Office's proposed regulation requiring installation of Mailboxes as Proposed cluster mailboxes or curbside mailboxes. Discussion follow- - by Post Office ed with all councilmen participating. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith and unanimously approved, the Council went on record as opposing the Post Office's proposed regulations requiring installation of cluster mailboxes or curbside mailboxes, and directed that letters over the Mayor's signature be sent to: the Assistant General Counsel, Special Projects Division, U. So Postal Service, Washington, D.C., and, to NLC Office of Federal Relations, so stating. Unscheduled Public Councilman Flores initiated a discussion concerning a Appearances resident who was recently in the chamber and wanted to take up a matter with the Council but left because of the long session. He indicated he did not want to wait until the end of the session at which time unscheduled public appearances are scheduled. IMME June 169 1975 Discussion followed with the councilmen and City Manager Callinan participating. 'there were suggestions made for alternate ways of working in unscheduled public appearances. Upon motion of Councilman. Flores, seconded by Councilman Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, the Council approved a 15 minute unscheduled public appearance session after the roll call on the agenda: AXES° (4) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Flores and Smith NOES: (1) Mayor Hopkins Low Flying Aircraft Councilman Flores initiated a discussion regarding aircraft flying low over the'citya Mr. Flores stated he was concerned about accidents from these low flying aircraft. City Manager Cal l i nan stated he wotild check into the regula- tions and action necessary to preclude future incidents. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Beary, and unanimously approved, Council approved expressing concern to the appropriate agency regarding low flying aircraft over the City of Rohnert Park. Lights for Rancho Mayor Hopkins initiated a discussion concerning lighting the Cotate Field Rancho Cotate High School Football Field. Mayor Hopkins stated he and City Engineer Brust had checked the cost of this project, and found it to be approximately $65,000° Discussion followed with the Council and City Manager Calli --an Participating concerning various Finding approaches for this project. There was discussion as to whether this expenditure could better serve the community in other ways than the lighting of the football field. Qantas Development Mr. Jon Joslyn of Qantas Development Corporation was present Corporation in the chamber and recognized by the Council. Mr. Joslyn wanted to discuss briefly with the Council a proposed planning matter. It was the consensus of the Council that Mr. Joslyn request agenda time and return at the next meeting. Supervisor for Cotati Mr. John Lund, 176 Adele Ave., was present and recognized and Rohnert Park by the Council. He spoke concerning conducting a survey with the intent of Cotati and Rohnert Park getting their own representative Supervisor. He stated he had talked with Supervisor Kortum concerning this matter and Mr. Kortum was agreeable. The Council expressed some interest in Mr. Lund's suggestions Page 16 June 16, 1975 Mr. Lund also splke of his interest in the City's Bi- Centennial plans. He suggested that perhaps an ordinance could be prepared for a clean -up, paint -up, tree planting project. The Council explained to Mr. Lund that the Cultural Arts Corporation was handling plans for the Bi- Centennial. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Hopkins adjourned the meeting at approximately 10:36 p.m. to Wednesday, June 18th at 7:00 p.m. to a joint meeting; with the Cotati City Council. � J Deputy City Clerk APPROVED: