1975/04/07 City Council MinutesCa11 to O.-der
Roll Call:
Approval of Minutes
Approval of Bills
Communications ,
ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 7, 1975
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in
regular session commencing at 7:30 p.m. in the City
Offices., 6750.Commerce Boulevard,.Rohnert Park,with Mayor—
Hopkins presiding. The regular session was preceded by an
executive session which commenced at 7,-.00 p.m. and at which
all Councilmen and City Manager Callinan were present, and
which was-held to discuss litigation and personnel matters.
Rohnert Park Chamber:. ' of Commerce President Art Hollingsworth
was in the executive session for a few minutes to discuss
a litigation matter with the Council.
Mayor Hopkins called the meeting of the regular session
to order at..approximately 7:30 p.m. and led the pledge of
allegiance.
Present. (5) Councilmen Beary, Eck„ Flores, Smith and
Hopkins
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting:
City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, City Engineer
Brust and Planning Director Skanchy.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and unanimously approved, the minutes of March
17, 18 and April 2nd were approved as submitted.
Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman
Beaty, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per
the attached list in the amount of $138,524.73 were
approved. Said total includes $8,000.00 for the Rohnert
Park Civic Commission,
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.
Councilman Eck queried City Engineer Brust regarding Mr.
Brust's letter to Dr. Joseph of the California Regional
Water Quality Control Board, asking if the totals shown
on the report reflected the March Building Permits. Mr.
Brust clarified the report anal further stated that on
April 24th a hearing has been scheduled before the Regional
Water Quality Control Board to review our progress on
wastewater treatment.
Councilman Eck initiated a brief discussion regarding the
letter from Radio Station KSUN whereby they suggested two
tentative dates for the scheduled program with the Council.
The Council selected April 27th as the best date for all,
and requested that KSUN be so notified.
Miss Sonoma County
Pageant
Page.2., April 7, 1975
Councilman Smith initiated a discussion regarding the
letter from Mr. Lammers of the State Department of
Transportation concerning possible use of some interchange
area for commuter parking. Councilman Smith and City
Manager Callinan briefly discussed the contents of M:c.
Lammers' letter.
Councilman Eck queried City Manager Callinan as to whether
Storer Cable TV had received a copy of the letter from
Mr. Thomas Frenaye concerning an educational /governmental
access channel for local viewing. Mr. Callinan responded
in the affirmative.
Mrs. Gwen Adkins of the Miss Sonoma County Pageant made her
annual presentation to the Council stating that this year
the pageant had witnessed the largest turn out of partici-
pants in its history. She advised the Council that the
scholarship award had been increased to $2,000.00, and
that financial support for the pageant came from governmental
bodies as well as private contributions. Mrs. Adkins
expressed appreciation for Rohnert Park's past participation
in the Miss Sonoma County Pageant.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and unanimously approved, a contribution of $150.00
was authorized by the Council for the Miss Sonoma County
Pageant.
Ordinance 265 .AMENDING SECTION 4 OF ORDINANCE 140. 169, AU'.!HOI;IZING
CLOSED SESSIONS OF CITY COUNCIL FOR CERTAIN PURPOSES
A.U't'hO1ZIZBD BY LAW.
ordinance 266
Ordinance 267
Ordinap..ee 263
City manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of.Councilman Fck, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 265
was waived and said ordinance was adopted.
AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 60 PROVIDING FOR INCREASE OR
DECREASE IN CITY COUNCILMEN'S SALARIES.
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Councilman. Eck initiated a brief discussion asking for
clarification assurance that Ordinance 266 did not increase
Councilmen salaries—Mr. Callinan stated it did not
increase Councilmen salaries..
Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinatic e 266
was waived and said ordinance was adopted.
Action on Ordinance No. 267, Sewer Use,Ordinance, wa.3
continued to the next regular Council meeting.
AN WDINTANCE OF THE CITY OF RG11NERT FA"iK AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 6 ( Special Gas Tax Improvement Fund)
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
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Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Conac'Llman
Smith, and unanimously approved, readin-y of Ordin-ance 268
was waived and said ordinance was introd,iced.
Ordinance 269 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY 'OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 9 (Garbage, Rubbish and Refuse).
City Manager Callihan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of C.ounci.1man'Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 269
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 270 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
25 (Encroachments upon City Streets).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman•Beary,, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 27.0.
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 271 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING SECTION
CF ORDINANCE NO. 27 (Weed Abatement).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Bpary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously appr6ved, reading of Ordinance 271
was waived and said ordinance was.introduced.
Ordinance 272 A14 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 33 (Curfew Regulations).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously-.-.approved, reading of Ordinance 272
was waived'and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 273 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AVENTDING ORDINANCE
I No. 35-(Bicycles and Bicycle Regulations).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion-of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 273
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 274 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY.OF ROHINTERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 50 (Regulating the Use and Operation of Motor Vehicles
for Hire upon the Streets of Rolinert Park).
City Manager Callinan explained -;Aie Ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 274
was waived and said ordinance was introducc(l.
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Ordinance 275 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY'OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 55 OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK (Vc%icle
and Traffic).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 275
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 276 Aid ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 57.
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion-of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 276
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 277 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
110o 63 (Zoning Ordinance).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman -
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 277
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 278 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REPEALING
SECTION 12 --503 OF ORDINANCE NO. 63.
City Tanager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 273
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 279 Art ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 72 (Fire Zones).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 279
was waived and said ordinance was. introduced.
Ordinance 280 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING SECTION
NO. 21 OF ORDINANCE NO. 78 (Providing for Penalties for
Violating Ordinance No. 78)
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman.
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 280
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 231 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROM11ERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 94 (Copeland Creek Drainage Fees).
City,14anager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, read ' ng of Ordinance 231
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
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Ordinance 282 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK M4E'1\3DING OJ-Dil\TANCE
NO. 101 (Underground Utility Facilities).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 282
C,
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 283 AN' ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 106 (Swimming Pools).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 283
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 234 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 112 (Regulating Public Dances and Dance Halls).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 284
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 285 AN ORDINANCE,OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 126 (Food Handling Establishments).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Bea--ry, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 285
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 286 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING THE SECOND
.1 SUBSECTION OF SECTION I OF ORDINANCE NO. 141.(Subsection b).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously-.. approved, reading of Ordinance 236
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 287 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 150 (Abandoned Vehicles).
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinmice 288 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF RO11NZRT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCES
15, 176 and 1990
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
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Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smithy and unanimously approved, reading of Ordin.ance 288
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 289 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING ORDINANCE
N0. 201 (Licensing of Businesses, Trades & Professions).
City:Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Bearyy, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 289
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 290 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING SECTION
3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 214 TO PROVIDE FOR THE DATES OF THE
TERMS FOR ELECTED MEMBERS OF THE ROHNERT PARK YOUTH PANEL.
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
_Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 290
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 29.1 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY.OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO. 223 (Adoption of Various Building Codes)
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 291
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 292 AN ORDINANCE REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 73 AND PROVIDI`vG FOR
THE RECEIVING, SAFEKEEPING AND DISPOSING OF UNCLAIMED
PROPERTY AND MONEY.
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 292
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
0r;1r_naolce 293 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REPEALING THE
PENALTY SECTIONS OF ORDINANCES NOS. 25, 34, 57., 58, 78,
101 AND 146 AND REENACTING PENALTY PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE
NO. 255.
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance 293
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Ordinance 294 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROT-INERT PARK REGULATING THE
SUBDIVISION OF IAND WITHIN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AND
REPEALING ORDINANCE NOS. 81, 114, 124, 137 AND 172
(Prior Ordinances Relating to Subdivisions Within the City).
City Manager Callinan explained the proposed ordinance.
Wage 7 April 7, 1975
Discussion..followed> .The Council queried, and received
clarification from, City Manage Callinan, City Attorney
F13tner and City engineer Brust regarding certain sections
,of the ordinance, specifically, who''comprised the
.:"subdivision committee ° ", the waiving of some of the wording,
land reversion requirements, dedication of streets, defini-
tion of alleys and easements as set forth in the ordinance,
etc.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved," reading of ordinance 294
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
Project No. 1974 -16
City Manager Callinan, referring'to his memo to the Council
Commerce Blvd. and
of April 4th,, explained the project included an overlay of
Southwest Blvd.
Commerce Blvd. from the area in front of the Knudtson
Overlay
Building at the'end of Arlen Drive southward�-to the Southwest
Blvd. intersection and eastward.on.Southwest Blvd. to the
College View Drive intersection. He reviewed the bids with
the Council and stated that Reichhold and Jurkovich was
the low bidder on the project with a bid of $32,409.80.
Resolution .75 62
A RESOLUTION OF A14ARD OF :CONTRACT, COMMERCE AND SOUTHWEST
BLVD. OVERLAY, PROJECT 1974x•16.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and unanimously approved, reading of ResuluLinn
75 - -62 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Project No. 1975.7
'City Manager Callinan, referring to his memo to the Council
Community Center
of April 4th, explained the project was for a planned
Access Road
access road from the Community Center- WRohnert Park Junior
High School parking lot to the rear of the Community Center.
Mr..Callinan reviewed the bids and stated the low bidder
,.was W. K. McLellan Company;submitting a bid of $4152.20.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, contract of Project
No. 1975 -7, Community Center Access Road was awarded to
W. K. McLellan Company for low bid of $4152.20.
Project No. 1974 --13
City Manager Callinan, referring to his memo to the
Camino Colegio
,Council of Ap"ril?4th, explained that this project was to
Project
have Camino'Colegio extended to East Cotati Avenue. He
further stated that Young America Homes had been advised
sometime ago that before the second unit of the Llano
Subdivision could be developed Camino Colegio would have
to be completed.
'Councilman Smith asked about.those residents who wished
to pay cash, rather than being assessed. Mr. Callinan
replied they may do so. Discussion followed with Councilman
Flores asking about the timetable schedule. He was advised
that May 19th would be the date of hearing and contract award,
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Resolution 75-63 A RESOLUTION DETEMTINING TO UNDERTAKE PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT
TO SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND ASSESSMENT BOND ACTS FOR THE
ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS WITHOUT
PROCEEDINGS UNDER DIVISION 4 OF THE STREETS AND HIGH14AYS
CODE, CAMINO COLEGIO IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 -130
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75-63 was waived and said resolution was,
adopted.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 75-64 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ENGINEER AND ATTORNEYS, CAMINO
COLEGIO, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 --130
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75--64 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 75 -65 A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ACQUIRE AND CONSTRUCT
IMPROVEMENTS, CAT•T.INO COLEGIO IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 -13a
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75 -65 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES, (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 75 -66 A RESOLUTION OF PRELIMINARY APPROVAL.OF ENGINEER'S REPORT,
CAMINO COLEGIO IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOe 1974 -130
City Manager Callinan explained the resolutions
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75 -66 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
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Resolution 75°-67 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PREVAILING WAGE SCALE, CAMINO
COLEGIO IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 --13
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary.' seconded by Councilman
Flores, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75 -67 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
-NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 75 -68 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING TIME A14D PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS
IN RELATION TO PROPOSED ACQUISITIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS,
AND DIRECTING NOTICE, CAMINO COLEGIO IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NO. 1974 -13.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of'Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and approved by the following voice vote, ,reading
of Resolution 75 -68 eras waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores,.Smith: and Hopkins
NOES: (1)" Councilman `Eck
Resolution 75 -69 A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS AND FIXING
LIQUIDATED DAMAGES FOR FAILURE TO COMPLETE THE WORK
WITHIN TIME SPECIFIED CAMINO COLEGIO IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
No. 1974-13.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution,
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75 -69 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilmen Eck ;
Resolution 75-x70 A RESOLUTION DESCRIBING PROPOSED BOUNDARIES OF ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT, DIRECTING FILING OF BOUNDARY MAP AND ASSESSMENT
DIAGRAM AND THE RECORDATION OF NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT,
CAMINO COLEGIO IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 -13.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75 -70 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
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April 7, 1975
AYES- (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES- (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 75 - -71
A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR BIDS ON SALE OF IMPROVEMENT BONDS
CAMINO COLEGIO IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1974 -13.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75 -71 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES- (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES. (1) Councilman Eck
Councilman Eck stated for the record that his no vote on
Resolutions 75 -63 through 75 -71 represented his feeling
that the City should not use assessment district
proceedings to put in streets.
Project No. 1975 -2
City Manager Callinan, referring to his memo to the Council
Santa Alicia Drive
of April 4th, explained that this project was an assessment
Improvement
district proceeding which involved the improvement of
Santa Alicia Drive from its present easterly terminus in
Deer Meadow Village Subdivision westward to the west end
of Alicia Park. He further stated that the Council had
received a copy of the Engineer's Report for the project
for their perusal.
Resolution 75 -72
A RESOLUTION DETERAZINING TO UNDERTAKE PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT
TO SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND ASSESSMENT BOND ACTS FOR THE
ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN
PROOCEEDINGS UNDER DIVISION 4 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS
CODE, SANTA ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1975 -2.
.
City Manager Callinan. explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75 -72 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES- (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES- (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 75 -73 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ENGINEER AND ATTORNEYS, SANTA
ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1975 -2.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75 -73 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
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AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 75 - -•74 A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ACQUIRE, AND CONSTRUCT
IMPROVEMENTS, SANTA ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEIMENT PROJECT NO.
1975 --2.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution75 -74 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 75 -75 A RESOLUTION OF PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF ENGINEER'S REPORT...
SANTA ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEMENT °PROJECT NO. 1975.2.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and approved" by'the'following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75 °75 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 7576 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PREVAILING WAGE SCALE, SANTA
ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1975.2.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75--76 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 75--77 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING TITI, AND PLACE OF HEARING P_`.CTESTS
IN RELATION TO PROPOSED ACQUISITIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS, AND
DIRECTING NOTICE, SANTA ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT N0. 1975 -2.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 7577 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
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April 7, 1975
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 75 -78 A RESOLUTION.CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS AND FIXING
LIQUIDATED DAMAGES FOR FAILURE TO COMPLETE THE WORIL WITHIN
TIME SPECIFIED, SANTA ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
1975 -2a
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75 -78 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
Resolution 75 -79 A RESOLUTION DESCRIBING PROPOSED BOUNDARIES OF ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT, DIRECTING FILING OF BOUNDARY MAP AND ASSESSMENT
DIAGRAM AND THE RECORDATION OF NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT,
SANTA,ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1975 -20
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75 -79 was waived and said resolution was
adopted,
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
Resolution 75 -80
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
A RESOLUTION C ULING FOR BIDS ON SALE OF IMPROVEMENT
BONDS, SANTA ALICIA DRIVE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1975 -2a
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75-80 was waived and said resolution was
adopted,
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
Councilman Eck stated for the record that his no vote on
Resolutions 75 -72 through 75 -80 represented his feeling
that the City should not use assessment dist'ri'ct procefed-
ings to put in streets.
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Project No. 1975-6
City Manager Callinan reviewed with the Council.previous
Alicia Park Parking
discussions whereby it was felt that bids for parking lots
Lots
at Alicia Park "should be put out at the same time as bids
for the Santa Alicia Drive improvement Project.
Resolution 7581
RESOLUTION CALLING:. FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, PARKING LOTS
IN ALICIA PARK, PROTECT NO. 1975-6.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman
Beaty, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution
75-81 was waived and-said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 75 -82
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT FOR
TEMPORARY EASEMENT BETWEEW'ISADORE Me MAZZONI AND ELAINE
Lo MAZZONI.AND THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK.
City Manager Callinan, referring to his memo to the Council
of April 4th, explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously,ap.proved, the reading of Resolution
75 -82 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 75-83
RESOLUTION ACCEPT NG.,QRANT'DEED (Laguna De Santa Rosa
Mazzoni Property)
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beaty, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of
Resolution 75n-83 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 75-84
A RESOLUTION OF THE:CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE WITHIN INSTRUMENT (Quitclaim Deed
from City of Rohnert Park to County of Sonoma for Property
along the Laguna De Santa'Ro.sa)
City Manager Callinan.. .-explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Council:man'Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of
Resolution.75 -84 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 75--85
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT FOR
TEMPORARY EASEMENT BETWEEN WILHELMINA PETERS AND THE CITY
OF ROHNERT PARE.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beaty, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
75 -85 was waived and said.resolution was adopted.-
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Resolution 75 -36 RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE'-CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT FOR
TEMPORARY EASEMENT BETWEEN EMILIO PONCIA AND THE CITY OF.
ROHNERT PARK
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of
Resolution 75 -86 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 75 -87 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, ROHNERT PARK
INTERCEPTOR SEWER, PROJECT NO. 1973 -2.
City Manager Callinan-explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of
Resolution 75 -87 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 75-88 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING QUITCLAIM DEED (Landscape -Bike Path
Parcels, Country Club Estates Subdivision No. 3)
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
75 -88 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 75 -89 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (Additional Park Land in
Northern Area).
City Manager Callinan, referring to plans on display,
explained the 10 acre dedication of land from the Rohnerts.
This is part of the program with the Rohnerts who have
agreed to dedicate to the city at no cost a total of 40
acres, in 10 acre increments each year, for park sites.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
75 -89 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 75 -90 RESOLUTION APPROVING AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PROGRAM.
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
75 -90 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 75 -91 RESOLUTION DECLARING WEEDS GROWING UPON OR IN FRONT OF
CERTAIN PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK TO
BE A PUBLIC NUISANCE; DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO POST
NOTICE THEREOF, AND DETERMINING HEARING DATES AS REQUIRED
BY SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 27.
City Manager Callinan explained the annual weed abatement
resolution.
Resolution 75"92
Page 15 April 7, 1975
Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Beary,
and unanimously approved,, the reading of Resolution 75-91
was waived and said resolution was adopted.
A RESOLUTION OF THE ROHNEkT PARK CITY COUNCIL REJECTING
THE CLAIM OF JOSPEH F. BRAZIL, JR. AND CHERYL BRAZIL.
City Manager Callinan explained that the claim had been
filed against the City involving a confrontation with
the Police Department.
.A brief discussion followed with Mr. Callinan being queried
as to the disposition of such claims. He advised the
procedure for resolving these claims was to refer them to
the City's insurance carrier.-
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimouslyapproved, the reading of Resolution
75-92 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING DEED (Tax Deeded Land)
City Manager Callinan explained that six parcels of land,
"in an agreement with'the County of Sonoma, had been
acquired by the City as tax deed�properties. The deeds
to these properties can be recorded when a resolution
formally accepting the "deeds and authorizing t(be' ' de eds
and authorizing the Mayor to execute a Certificate of
Acceptance has been passed.
Upon motion of Councilman,Beary,'seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
75.93 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AUTHORIZING FILING
OF GRANT APPLICATION UNDER THE OMNIBUS CRIME CONTROL
AND SAFE STREET ACT OF 1968 (Audio Visual Training Project).
City Manager Callinan, referring to his memo of April 4th
to the Council, stated the Council had received the
detailed grant to review.
Councilman Smith initiated a discussion indicating that
hi's feeling was that video tape type training did not
retain the interest of the participants for long, and
perhaps the money expended would be better served in
another type of,training program. Mr. Callinan generally
agreed but stated that at this time there was very little
in house training for law enforcement officers of the
cities in the County'and'that this could be used as a
starting point.
Further discussion followed with the Council and Mr.
Callinan participating regarding the cost of the program and
the resultant benefits'to our various departments in the
City. It was pointed out that the equipment could be used
by other segments of the community such as senior citizens,
etc.
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April 7, 1975
There being no one desiring to be heard, and no correspon-
dencereceived, Mayor Hopkins declared the public hearing
closed.
Resolution 75--96 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK ADOPTING AMENDMENT TO THE GENERAL PLAN (Rapozo Ranch
Property)
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Councilman Eck initiated a brief discussion as to whether
the acquisition of this land as part of the General Plan
would have any bearing on taxation of land. Mr. Callinan
opined not, although he stated he had not contacted the
Assessor regarding taxation. Further discussion followed
with the.Council and Mr. Callinan participating. It was
stated that the City will not annex the land, it will just
be a County . park.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and unanimously approved, the reading; of Resolution
75 -94 was waived, and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 75 -95
A RESOLUTION OF THE ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL TO INITIATE
PROCEEDINGS TO DETACH CERTAIN TERRITORY FROM THE PETALUMA
HOSPITAL DISTRICT.
City Manager Callinan read and explained the resolution.
A brief discussion followed with the Council and Dr. Francis
Crinella, Treasurer of the Petaluma Hospital District,
who was present and recognized, participating. Councilman
Flores opined that the stand taken by the Petaluma
Hospital District for the Troudy Lane site for the new
hospital was a courageous one. Dr. Crinella was
complimentary to the Council in.its consideration of the
Hopital District. He commented on the extremely high costs
involved in maintaining a hospital, and concluded by
stating that Rohnert Park should feel free to call on the
Petaluma Hospital District for any assistance in the future.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved,.the reading of Resolution
75-95 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
General Plan Amend-
City Manager Callinan explained the proposed resolution and
went- Rapozo:Ranch
stated this amendment is required to the City's General
as Regional Park
Plan in order that the acquisition be in conformity with
the Plan. The County has taken the necessary action in
this regard.
Mr. Callinan advised that notice of the public hearing
had been published in the local newspaper.
Mayor Hopkins declared the public hearing open on General
Plan Amendment, Rapozo Ranch as Regional Park.
There being no one desiring to be heard, and no correspon-
dencereceived, Mayor Hopkins declared the public hearing
closed.
Resolution 75--96 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK ADOPTING AMENDMENT TO THE GENERAL PLAN (Rapozo Ranch
Property)
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Councilman Eck initiated a brief discussion as to whether
the acquisition of this land as part of the General Plan
would have any bearing on taxation of land. Mr. Callinan
opined not, although he stated he had not contacted the
Assessor regarding taxation. Further discussion followed
with the.Council and Mr. Callinan participating. It was
stated that the City will not annex the land, it will just
be a County . park.
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April 7, 1975
Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded 'by Councilman
Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, reading
of Resolution 75'-- 96'was waived and said resolution was
adopted.'
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
File 0403
City Manager Callinan explained the proposed amendment
Amendment to Zoning
explaining that it would— llow the Planning Commission to
Ordinance
make exceptions to rear and side yard requirements subject
to the use permit hearing process. He further stated that
notice of the public hearing had been published in the
local newspaper.
Mayor Hopkins declared the scheduled public hearing open
on File 0403, Amendment to Zoning Ordinance concerning
exceptions to rear and side yard requirements subject to
use permits
There being no person desiring to be heard and no
'correspondence received, Mayer Hopkins declared the public,
hearing closed.
Ordinance 295
AN ORDINANCE'OF TIIE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPENDING TEXT
Of ORDINANCE NO. 63 ZONING ORDINANCE (Side and Rear
Yard Exceptions)
City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance.
Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Smith,
and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance 295
was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
File 0400, Codding
City Manager Callinan reviewed the Council's denial without
Construction Company,
prejudice the plan submitted on March 17th, and asking
Application for
that new plans be submitted directly to the Council,
Development Plan
Approval for 172
Planning Director Skanchy, referring to two alternate plans
Unit Apartment Complex
on display, further explained the proposed development
complex. Mr. Hugh Codding and Mr. Doug Craig of Codding
Construction Company were present and answered questions
from the Council. Mr, Codding briefly discussed the two
plans submitted feeling that each had advantages and
disadvantages.
Discussion followed. Mayor Hopkins.queried Mr, Codding to
be sure the tennis court and pool would be installed with
the first units.-
Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and approved by the following roll call vote, the
site plan for the proposed development as approved by the
Planning Commission with the added provision for a Bike
Path on the west end was approved.
AYES: (3) Councilmen Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES. (2) Councilmen Beary and Eck
Page 18 April 7, 1975
File 0254A, Final Map City Manager Call.inan, referring to his memo to the Council
Approval County Club of April 4th, explained the final map for Country Club
Estates— Estates Subdivision No. 2, Unit C involving 52 lots was
being submitted for approval by Debra Homes, Inc.
File `0254 Waiving
of Side'Yard
Fencing Requirement
Mr. Jack Lehrer of Debra Homes, Inc. was present and he
was queried as to whether most of the homes in the subject
arei were for sale or were they being rented. He replied
they were for sale.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and approved'by the following voice vote, the
Council approved the.final map for Country Club Estates
Subdivision No. 2, Unit C, subject to condition that the
city is not guaranteeing sewer service and that the Mayor
is authorized to enter into an appropriate Subdivision
Agreement prior to the map being released for recording.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Eck
City Mananger Callinan explained that Debra Homes, Inc. is
requesting the Council to waive the side yard fencing
requirement in their Country Club Estates Subdivision No. 2,
Unit C, due to the cost of the homes.
Mr. Jack Lehrer of Debra Homes, Inc. was present to answer
questions from the Council. Mr. Lehrer opined that the
large homes built along the golf course with the
substantial amount of brick were costly and the eliminating
of fencing would keep the cost down on these homes.
Councilman Flores initiated a discussion indicating that
a fence financed over a 30 year period should not add
appreciably to the cost of a home. Further discussion
followed with all councilmen and.Mr. Lehrer participating.
Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and approved by the following roll call. vote File
0254C, Waiving of Side Yard Fencing Requirement in Country
Club Estates, Subdivision 2, Unit C, was denied.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES< (1) Councilman Beary
�.
Councilman Eck made a motion, second Ad by Councilman Flores,
and approved by the following voice vote to direct the
Planning Commission to review File 0254A with regard to a
fence design that would be suitable with price of the homes
in Country Club Estates, Subdivision No. 2, Unit C.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Beary
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File 0254C
City Manager Callinan explained that Debra Homes, Inc. was
Debra Homes, Inc.
also requesting the.waiving of the side yard fencing
Request for Waiving
requirements in Country Club Estates Subdivision Mo. 4
of Side Yard Fencing
on the remaining.lots in the subdivision which they have
acquired from Forhim Corporation.
Mr. Jack. .Lehrer explained to the Council that it was the
feeling of Debra Homes, Inc. that the homes would sell
more easily if costs could be curtailed by the elimination
of the fencing.
Councilman Flores made "a motion, seconded by Councilman Eck,
and approved by the following roll call. ,vote, to dewy
File 0254C,,Request for Waiving of Side Yard Fencing in
Country Club Estates Subdivision 4 remaining.lots.
AYES: ;(W. Councilmen'Eck, Flores, Smith and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Beary
File 025.4E
City Manager Callinan, referring to his memo to the Council
Change in Required
of Aptil.4th, and a sketch submitted by Mr. Mullins for his
Fencing on Mike
proposed fencing, explained the request to the Council, He
Mullins Property
reviewed with the Council that although four feet high,
vinyl clad chain link fencing was required, property owners
could approach the Council for a change providing the
proposed.fencing was upgrading or better. Mr. Mike Mullins
was present and answered questions for the Council
clarifying the type of fencing he proposed to build„
Councilman Beary made amotion, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, to approve File 0254E; Change in Required Fencing
on Mike Mullins property. The motion failed by the follow-
ing roll call vote:
AYES> (2) Councilmen Beaky and Hopkins
?DOES: (3) , Councilmen Eck, Flores, and Smith
Councilmen Eck initiated a discussion toward reconsidering
and reviewing; the City's requirement for green vinyl
fencing around the golf course. The Council requested
Councilman Eck to review this matter and submit any
recommendations to.the Council.
File 0407
City Manager Callinan: :reviewed the Planning Commission
Architectural
letter to the Council concerning an Architectural Review
Review Board
Board.
File.0411
Upon, motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman
Ray Hoffman
Flores, and unanimously.approved, Council when reviewing
Apartments'
the site development plan for the Hoffman Apartment
application will also take into consideration the question
of requiring shake roofs to be in conformance with the other
roofs in the area,,since.the.Plarining Commission had not
done so.
Page 20 April 7, 1975
Recess;. Mayor Hopkins declared a recess at this point in the
meeting, the time being approximately 9:40 p.m.
Reconvene Mayor Hopkins reconvened the meeting at approximately
9:55 pomo with all Councilmen present.
Spivock Land City Manager Callinan gave. "a brief report updating the
acquisition of the Spivock land for open space. He stated
some $300,000 has'now been committed for this project. He
reviewed his memo of April 4th with the Council vbproin
he states some problems. Mr. Callinan feels he will have
more information to present at the next meeting.
Plandex Financial City Manager Callinan discussed with the Council his memo
Corporation of April 4th and letter from Plandex Financial Corporation,
Deferred Compensation copies of which had been presented to the Council, in which
Plan a deferred compensation plan for city employees was outlined.
Mr. Frederick Sullivan of Plandex Financial Corporation was
present and introduced to the Council. He made a brief
presentation of the plan, explaining that a deferred
compensation plan was a'fringe benefit allowable by law,
and that it was an accepted way to cut down taxes on
income earned.
Discussion followed with Mro Sullivan, City Manager Callinan
and the Council participating. Various aspects of the
proposed plan were explained to the Council by Mr. Sullivan
and he answered several questions for the Council,
Mr. Callinan stated he was not sure how many city employees
would take advantage of the plan, but opined that it could
be presented to them for their option.
Resolution 75° -97. RESOLUTION APPROVING DEFERRED C011PENSATION PLAN AND
AGREEMENT WITH PLANDEX FINANCIAL CORPORATION.
Upon motion of Councilman teary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and approved by the following roll call vote,
Resolution No. 75 -97 was adopted,
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Flores and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Smith
Councilman Smith stated he would hike for the Council to
review other company's plans for comparison purposes.
Sewer Base Map City Manager Callinan explained to the Council that City
Engineer Brust would like the firm of Hogan and Schoch to
prepare a Sewer Base Map for the City at a cost of
$2,1270001. 87!1% of which will be reimbursed under the
City's wastewater treatment grant program.
Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the firm of Hogan and
Schoch was authorized to prepare a Sewer Base Map for the
City of Rohnert Parke
Page 21 April 7, 1975
Street Light City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo of April Ath with
Community Cent.er the Council whereby the.Council had asked that a light
Parking Lot be put in the Community Center parking lot.
Mr. Ralph Fitch was present and a brief discussion ensued
with Councilman Smith as to the advantages of a sodium
vapor.light for this area.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Flores, and unanimously ' approved, staff was authorized to
install,a street light at the.Community Center Parking lot.
Baseball Field City Manager Callinan apprised the Council that Codding
Rancho Feliz Enterprises has granted use of some property to Rancho
Feliz fora ball diamond and that the City is purchasing
a $2700000 backstop for installation at this baseball field.
Business Appreciation City Manager Callinan discussed with the Council the
Luncheons practice in previous years of having business luncheons with
various segments of the business community. He felt it
was good public relations and should be resumed. The
Council generally agreed but suggested that the Chamber
of Commerce be involved and that the affairs be "no host".
Informants Fund City Manager Callinan explained to the Council that the
Department of Public Safety has requested a $100.00
informant's fund for use in obtaining information.
Previously they have used their own money. Mr. Callinan
referred to'Director Dennett's memo, copies of which had
been presented to the Council.
Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion stating that
he thought he had made the same suggestion some time back,
but had been voted down. Discussion followed with all
councilmen and Mr. Callinan participating.
A motion was made by Councilman Beary, seconded by
Councilman Hopkins authorizing a $100000 informant's
fund for the Department of Public Safety. Councilman
Beary?s motion failed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: (2) Councilmen Beary and Hopkins
NOES: (3) -Councilmen Eck, Flores and Smith
The "No" votes felt information could be secured in other
ways than an informant's fund.
Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved by the following roll call
vote, authorization was given for officers of the
Department,of Public Safety who use personal funds for
paying informants to submit an expense report for approval
by the Director of Public Safety, the City Manager and the
Council.
AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Flores, Smith and
NOES.- (0) None Hopkins
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April 7, 1975
Meeting with Petaluma.. City Manager Callinan advised that April 14th had been
Board. of Education designated for a` meeting with the Petaluma Board of
Education and asked the Council to submit topics to be
discussed so that an agenda could be prepared.
High School City Manager Callinan, referring to his memo of April 4th,
Achievement Award and a letter from Principal of Rancho Cotate High School
Bob Daggett, asked that the Council authorize a $100.00
scholarship award for scholastic achievement. Mr. Callinan
noted that the City gave athletic awards and felt that
`scholars should have similar. recognition.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and.unanimously approved, Council authorized
$100.00 towards scholarship awards related to Community
Achievement.'
Compensation in Lieu City Manager Callinan stated that as Director of Public
of Overtime - Public Safety Dennett would be at the FBI National Academy from
Safety Department April 5 to June 23, his position would be rotated by the
three existing Sergeants of the Department. In lieu of
overtime Mr. Callinan requested 5% extra compensation for
these employees and the acting sergeant.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, authorization was given
by the Council for 5% extra compensation in lieu of over -
time for the three sergeants acting as the Director of
Public Safety for the period of April 5 to June 23 and
also for the acting sergeant during this same period.
Storer TV City Manager Callinan reported on his check into the
status of a complaint made against Storer TV with
reference to illegal entry.
Updating Development City Manager Callinan advised that Planning Director
Statistics Skanehy would update development statistics and present
them at the next Council meeting.
Council Assignment City Manager Callinan briefly discussed with the Council
Changes the Council Assignments as shown on the agenda and asked if
there would be any changes
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, Council Assignments as
shown on the Agenda of April 7 will remain intact with the
exception of "Liaison- Schools Unification Steering
Committee', this Committee no longer being in existence.
Council/Recreation City Manager Callinan advised that the Council last had a
Commission Joint meeting with the Parks and Recreation Commission in December.
Meeting Mayor Hopkins advised that he would discuss the matter
with the Commission and chose a date for another joint
meeting.
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April 7, 1975
F1.PCrion of. May City Manager Callinan read a` resolution prepared by City
'.Attorney Flitner with regard to an' elect° t d id
aon o ec e
how the Mayor should be selected.' Flitner stated
that matters approved by initiative can be changed only
by the voters.
Upon motion o£ :.Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Eck,
and'approved by the following roll call vote staff was
directed to prepare an ordinance for the next meeting
to change the Mayor's position to an elective one for a
four year term.
AYES. (4) Councilmen Beary, Eck, Smith and Hopkins
NOES. (1) Councilman Flores .
Santa Rosa Urban
Councilman Beary requested that the topic !"Santa Rosa
Renewal,Law.suit
Urban Renewal Lawsuit" listed on the agenda be deferred.`-
Health Study Proposal
Councilman Beary initiated a brief discussion with
reference to the March 21 letter from Comprehensive Health
Planning wherein they estimate the cost for a health study
program to be approximately $7,000.00.
Discussion followed with the Council stating that they felt
the money could be better served for a family planning
facility.
Staff was directed to write a letter over the Mayor's
signature requesting additional information as to the
reason for-the $7,000.00 charge.
Recreational
Councilman Beary gave a report on the number of letters
Complex
and proposals received from architectural firms wanting
to serve this committee.
Fire Safety Week
Councilman Eck initiated a brief discussion regarding Fire
Safety Week (April 19 -26) stating he had received a call
fromiRusty.Bishop who was in the process of making
brochures for dissemination to homeowners and others during
that week.
City Manager Callinan stated a Proclamation was being
prepared by staff for Fire Safety Week, having being
previously authorized by the City Council.
Patrolling of
Councilman Beary initiated a discussion stating he had
Police Cars
been approached by some citizens asking why police cars
patrolled their streets several times over a given period
of time. Mr. Callinan stated he was not aware that this
was the case, but would check into the matter, if given all
the details, and that normally th complaint is that
there is not enoiigh' patrol.
Page 24 April 7, 1975
AB 1059 Councilman Smith initiated a brief discussion regarding
AB 1059 (Mandatory City Insurance of Peace Officers for
Punitive Damages). City Attorney Flitner clarified the
bill from a legal standpoint.
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved staff was directed to
prepare a letter over the Mayor's signature in opposition
of AB 1059.
AB 416 Councilman Smith initiated a discussion regarding AB 416
(Funding for "911" Emergency Telephone System).
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved staff was directed to
prepare a letter over the Mayor's signature endorsing AB 416.
SB 662 Councilman Smith initiated a discussion regarding SB 662
(Business License Tax Exemption for State Freeway
Contractors).
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved staff was directed to
prepare a letter over the Mayor's signature in opposition
to SB 662.
AB 700 Councilman Smith initiated a discussion regarding AB 700
(Lifetime Tenure. for Peace Officers Proposed).
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to
prepare a letter over the Mayor's signature in opposition
to AB 7000
AB 997 Councilman Smith initiated a discussion regarding AB 997
(California Local Government Recreation Program $25
Million Per Year to Local Agencies).
Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to
prepare a letter over the Mayor's signature supporting
AB 997.,
Forhim Councilman Flores initiated a brief discussion regarding
Condominiums condominiums on Country Club Drive directly across from
the Condiot.ti models indicating some vandalism has been
occurring, broken windows, etc.
City Manager Callinan stated he would check into the
matter.
Introduction of City Manager Callinan introduced a new member of the
Administrative City staff, Mr. Bill Noblin, Administrative Assistant.
Assistant
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April 7, 1975
High Speed Mr. Donald Chesnut of 329 Allen Ave. was present and
Vehicles recognized by the Council. He complained that vehicles
were speeding down his street late at night and
indicated two accidents had occurred. City Manager
Callinan stated he would check into the matter with the
Police Department.
Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Hopkins adjourned
the meeting at approximately 11:15 p.m. to April 21, 1975
at 6:30 p.m.
Deputy City Clerk
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