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1975/03/17 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 17, 1975 The Council of the Cityof Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 7:25 p.m. in the City Offices,.6750,Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Beary 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. Call to Order Mayor Beary called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7:25 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Present: (5) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Hopkins, Smith and Beary 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. Approval of Minutes. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the minutes of March 3rd and March 10th were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list;in the amount of $36,784.51 were approved. Communications Communication's 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 Smith initiated a brief discussion regarding Dr. William 0. Cord and his desire not to be reappointed to th`e'Cultural Arts Commission. Resolution No. 75-50 RESOLUTION COMMENDING WILLIAM 0. CORD Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 75-50, resolution acknowledging the long term service of ,a Dr. William 0. Cord on the Cultural Arts Commission was adopted by title and staff was requested to prepare same. Storm Grates Councilman Flores queried'.City Manager Callinan as to iihether any action had been taken'regarding the letter from Mark Thysen,,,concerning the storm grate as a bike haz�ard in the vicinity of the Alison-Commerce intersection. Mr.. Callinap.stated this problem had been turned over to the Public Works Department. Page 2 March 17, 1975 Voting Councilman Eck initiated a discussion with regard to the letter from Mr. Thomas Frenaye wherein he expressed difficulty in finding his voting place during the recent elementary school board election. Discussion followed. Upon . motion of Councilman Eck,,seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to address a letter to the County Clerk of Sonoma County asking for clarification on voting practices and pointing out the problems encountered in the school board election. Bicentennial Councilman Eck initiated a brief discussion regarding the letter from Mr. Swenson of.Sonoma State College regarding Bicentennial plans.. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to send a letter to Mr. Swenson in support of the grant application being submitted to the National Endowment for the Arts under the 9PCity Spirit" program. Council Public Mr. Brad Yust of Radio Station KSUN was present and was Service Program recognized by the Council. He outlined the public service and education program proposed wherein time would be avail - able for the Councilmen to discuss various city problems. He stated that if successful-possibly the program could be continued on a once a month basis, with possibly residents being able to phone in and speak with the Councilman. Discussion followed with all councilmen and Mr. Yust participating. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, approval was given to set up a liaison committee between councilmen and Station KSUN to work out a time to get together for this educational.program., Ordinance 235 Mr. Paul Proffer, representing Trust Department of Bank of Prohibiting Parking America was present and was recognized by the Council. He Commercial Vehicles advised that Bank of America, as Trustee, owns an apartment in Residential Areas complex at 7466 Bridgit Drive, Rohnert Park and Mr. Ian Allan is the manager of the apartment complCK, Mr. Proffer appeared to ask for the Council's cooperation regarding the parking of Mr. Allen's truck on the premises of the apartment site, stating that it was needed to haul debris, discarded furniture, etc,, away from the apartment site. Mro Proffer also requested the Council to review Ordinance 235 with the view of having it 'changed to be more flexible. Mre' Art Hollingsworth, President of the Chamber of Commerce was recognized and stated he did not believe that the intent of the ordinance was to limit the parking of all trucks and vans. It was his recommendation that the ordinance be redirected to the Planning Commission for review and possible;` revision. He also stated that the City might designate some place within the City where such vehicles could,be parked. Bike Path LilacWay Page 3 March 17, 1975 City Manager Callinan indicated that only courtesy notices were being given for violations, stating that the ordinance as enacted must apply to all in spirit as well as practice. Mr. Michael Pidwerbecki, 223 Santa Alicia Drive, was recognized and expressed the opinion that the ordinance as ii stands is a very good one. Mrs. Dora Gossage, 754 Brett Ct., was recognized and asked for clarification as to the reason for the adoption of Ordinance 235. She stated that her husband has a large truck and occasionally brings home a large piece of additional equipment, which was parked out of sight. Mrs. Gossage opined that the ordinance should be amended. Discussion followed with all councilmen, City Manager Callinan, Mrs. Gossage and Mr. Proffer participating. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and approved by the following roll call vote, Ordinance 235 was referred back to the Planning Commission for investigation of ways in which the ordinance can remain in force with consideration given to hardship circumstances for the parking of commercial vehicles. AYES: (5') Councilmen Eck, Flores, Smith, Hopkins and Beary NOES (0) None Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, permission was given to Mr. Ian Allan of 7466 Bridgit Drive, to park his vehicle on the premises of said property until. the Planning Commission completes its review. Mrs. Kathryn Collins, 828 Lilac Way was recognized by the Council and presented to the Council a petition signed by residents in the Lilac Way area asking that the proper action be taken to remove the bike path adjacent to Lilac Way. Discussion followed with the Council, City Manager Callinan, and Mrs. Collins participating. Mrs. Carol Nicholls, 842 Lilac Way was recognized. She commented on the amount of vandalism perpetrated on the residents of the area of Lilac Way from the site of the bike path. Mr. Harry Sullivan, 529 Lacrosse Ct. South, briefly commented to the effect that he felt bike paths were desirable to the community. Page 4 March 17, 1975 Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, approval was given for appropriate proceedings to be initiated to abandon the bike path adjacent to Lilac Way and which extends from Lancaster Drive to the railroad. Upon motion of .."Mayor Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to seal the bike path adjacent to Lilac Way to prevent entrance. Wastewater for Mr. Lloyd Harwood, Sonoma County Farm Advisor g?ve a brief Irrigation verbal report bringing the Council up to date on various crops planted and irrigated with wastewater from the City's Treatment Plant. He advised the Council of the progress of the alfalfa, barley, wheat and silage corn to date. He stated that he believes double cropping is feasible. He suggested the continuation of the forage crops and introduc- tion of some oil seed crops, i.e., soy beans, safflower and sugar beets. Discussion followed with the council and Mr. Harwood participating. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, maximum funding in the amount of $1,000.00 was allocated to continue the wastewater irrigation demonstration project for another year under the direction of Mr. Harwood. Mayor Beary read, and presented to Mr. Harwood, a Proclamation of Commendation for Mr. Lloyd Harwood. Mr. Harwood expressed thanks. , Project 1967 -5 City Manager Callinan noted for the record that he was a Amended Assessment minority stockholder in Rodavco, Inc., one of the Nos. 2- 1,2- 2,2 -3, subdividers of Country Club Estates, Subdivision No. 6, and 2 -5 which is in the subject project area. He reviewed his memo to the Council dated March 13th, stating the need to amend certain assessments for this project, i.e., making it possible to split the assessment down into amounts assigned to each of the lots in the subdivision. Mr. Callinan advised that notice of the public hearing had been published in the local newspaper. Mayor Beary declared the public hearing open on Project 1967 -5, Amended Assessments No. 2 -1, 2 -2, 2 -3 and 2 -5. There being no one desiring to be heard, and no correspondence received, Mayor Beary declared the public hearing closed. Page 5 March 17, 1975 Resolution No. 75 -51 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING AMENDED ASSESSMENT, SEWER AND WATER PROJECT NO. 67-5, CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, ASSESSMENT NOS. 2 -1, 2 -2, 2-3, 2 -5. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Council3iia Flores, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 75 -51 was waived and said resolution was adopted. File 0400, Codding City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council of Construction Company, March 13th and stated that notice of the public hearing had Application for been published in the local newspaper and mailed to Development Plan property owners in the subject area. Approval for 172 Unit Apartment. Planning Director Skanchy explained the proposed development Complex. referring to plans on display and to Planning Staff report dated February 25, 19750 Mayor Beary declared the scheduled public hearing open on File No. 0400, Codding Construction Company's application for development plan approval. Present, and representing Codding Construction Company, were Mr. Douglas Craig and Mr. Eivin Falk. Mr. Craig spoke briefly stating that he would like to postpone improvement of the 25' bicycle /pedestrian easement along Copeland Creek, as, shown on the plans. Mr. Falk stated that he would like to install.cedar shingles instead of shake. He was queried as to whether there was a cost savings involved in this change. He replied in the negative. Discussion followed with all councilmen participating. Councilman Flores apprised Mr. Craig regarding sewer availability or non - availability with regard to the development. Mr. Craig was.questioned regarding the market for one bedroom units. He stated they would strive to keep all. units occupied even if they had to lower rents. Further discussion followed with all councilmen, City Manager Callinan, Planning Director Skanchy, Mr. Craig and Mr. Falk participating. Mr. Craig was queried as to parking, and he stated that all windows would face the green area with no windows facing the parking area. There being no other person desiring to be heard and no correspondence received, Mayor Beary declared the public hearing closed. Discussion. followed with all councilmen, City Manager Callinan and City Attorney Flitner participating. Page 6 March 17, 1975 Councilman Eck made a motion to deny Codding Construction Company's application, File No. 0400, for development of a 172 unit apartment complex. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hopkins and failed by the following roll call vote: AYES: (2) Councilmen Eck and Hopkins NOES: (3) Councilmen Flores, Smith and Beary Councilman Smith made a motion, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, to direct the applicant to revise the plans with regard to more open area. Councilman Smith's motion was approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: (4) Councilmen Flores, Smith, Hopkins and Beary NOES: (1) Councilman Eck City Attorney Flitner was queried and opined that the revised plan should be returned to the Planning Director and Planning Commission rather than the City Council. Mayor Beary made a motion that the revised plans be returned to the City Council, seconded by Councilman Hopkins and approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: (4) Councilman Flores,:Smith, Hopkins and Beary NOES: (1) Councilman Eck Ordinance No. 264 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 9, (Garbage Ordinance) (Changes Rates, Amount and Manner of Collection.) City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance, referring to his memo of March 13th to the Council. Upon,motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance No. 264 was waived and said ordinance was adopted. Resolution 75 -52 RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH REDWOOD EMPIRE DISPOSAL CORPORATION City Manager explained the resolution and agreement and referred to his memo of March 13th to the Council. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Mayor Beary, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, the reading of Resolution No. 75 -52 was waived and said resolution was adopted. AYES: (5) Councilmen Eck, Flores, Smith, Hopkins and Beary NOES: (0) None Page 7 March 17, 1975 Agenda A motion was made by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by t Change Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, to consider the topics of Petaluma Hospital District, Lilac Playlot Swing Set Removal and Golden Circle Dining Club at this point in the meeting rather than the scheduled agenda time. Petaluma Hospital Councilman Smith initiated a discussion regarding the District limited use of the Petaluma Hospital District by the residents of Rohnert Park compared to their use of hospitals in Santa Rosa. He presented -a report showing a breakdown of hospital visits by Rohnert Park residents. Discussion followed. Councilman Smith made a motion:to prepare a resolution to withdraw from the Hillcrest Hospital District. The motion died for lack of a second: Dr. Frederick Groverman and Dr. Herbert Newburger of the Petaluma Hospital District were present and introduced. Dr. Groverman stated that the problems confronting the Petaluma Hospital District were quite similar to those experienced by the City with,no solution in immediate sight. Discussion followed with Councilmen Flores, Hopkins, Beary, Smith, Dr. Groverman and City Manager Callinan participating Dr. Newburger was recognized and spoke briefly stating rather emphatically that in his opinion Rohnert Park should withdraw from the Petaluma Hospital District. A motion was made by Mayor Beary, seconded by Councilman Smith, that a resolution be prepared to withdraw from the Petaluma Hospital District. Mayor Beary's motion was approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: (4) Councilma-n:Eck,,Flores, Smith and Beary NOES: (1) Councilman Hopkins Lilac Tot Lot Mrs. Kathryn Collins, 828 Lilac Way, was recognized and commented on the Council's previous decision to remove a swing set from Lilac Way.playlot. She asked Mr. Callinan for his comments to the Council. City Manager Callinan referring to his memo to the Council of March 13th, stated that although the Council had approved the removal of a swing set at the Lilac Tot Lot, that he felt that perhaps further consideration should be given to the matter. Mrs. Collins presented a letter signed by many residents of the area supporting the.removal of the large equipment from the Lilac Way Tot Lot. It was the consensus of the--Council that the swing set be removed.as.recomme.nddd at the March 3rd meeting. Page 8 March 17, 1975 Recess Mayor Beary declared a,recess at this point in the meeting, - the time being approximately 9:50 p.m. Reconvene: Mayor Beary reconvened the meeting at approximately 10:05 p.m. with all Councilmen present. Golden Circle Dining'Club Project 1974 -15 Bike Paths City Manager Callinan referred to letters from Mr. Henry Timm, Director of Senior Nutrition Program for the Sonoma County People for Economic Opportunity and a letter from Mrs. Gloria Garrett regarding the Golden Circle Dining Club. Mr. Callinan stated he had seen an article in a local newspaper regarding funding available from the State Office on Aging; he called Sacramento, was answered by the San Francisco office and was told.that -more money would be available next year. City Manager Callinan spoke briefly in support of the program and stated he would like to see the Council earmark some money for continuing this project. Mr. Timm was present and was recognized. He stated he had, received many letters and calls from persons concerned about the closing of the dining club. He stated that any revenue sharing from the Board of Supervisors would be for equipment,only, not staff. Mr. Timm .asked for financial assistance until next December at which time they will make application for 1976 funding.. Discussion followed with the Council and Mr. Timm participating. Councilman Flores made a motion, seconded by Mayor Beary, and unanimously approved, to fund a maximum of $5,000.00 for the Senior Citizens Nutritional program on a five day a week basis through November. Councilman Flores stated he would like to see Rohnert Park work out a joint program with the City of Cotati in this regard. Council-man ,Eck made a motion, seconded by Mayor Beary, and unanimously approved, to direct a letter to Sacramento in support of continuing the Senior Citizens Nutritional .Program and protesting the closing of the Rohnert Park site, with copies to Senators Behr and Collier and Assemblymen Wornum and Keene. City Manager Callinan explained the proposed resolution, referring to his memo of March 13th to the Council. Mr. Callinan reviewed the bids on constructing bicycle paths, and as indicated in his memo stated part of the funding for the project will come from the Transportation Development Act. He presented work sheets from City Engineer Brust, and stated that staff recommendation would be to award the contract to'Don Dowd Company in the amount of $38,915.00. Page 9 March 17, 1975 Resolution 75 -53 A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT, BICYCLE PATHS AT HINEBAUGH CREEK, COPELAND CREEK, SOUTHWEST BOULEVARD, PROJECT NO. 1974 -15 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. L'�pon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution 75 -53 was waived and'said resolution was adopted. Sonoma County City Manager Callinan discussed the March 7th letter from Citizens Advisory Mr. Paul Allen of the County Social Services Department Committee on with the Council, wherein Mr. Allen suggested the Housing and cons.truction.of 60 new units of low income housing as a Community goal for the City of Rohnert Park. Development Upon motion of Mayor Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Council went on record as endorsing the Committee's suggestion but pointing out to the Sonoma County Citizens Advisory Committee the sewer situation in our community. City - County City Manager Callinan discussed with the Council the Planning Policy March 4th letter from Mr. Dorfman of LAFCO and the Committee City- County Planning Policy Committee, as well as the enclosed Committee's report on "What is Urban and What is Rural ". Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the Council went on record as.endorsing the Goals:in the report and Alternate 5 for the definition of rural and urban. Resolution No. 75 -54 A RESOLUTION'.DIRECTING PAYMENT OF FUNDS, CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, CALIFORNIA, COUNTRY CLUB ESTATES, SUBDIVISION NO. 6, PROJECT 1974 -7. City Manager Callinan noted for the record that he was a minority stockholder in Rodavco, Inc., one of the subdividers in the subject project. Mr. Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith,.and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 75 -54 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 75 -55 RESOLUTION DECLARING MARCH 29 - APRIL 6 AS KQED WEEK.. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 75-55-was waived and said resolution was adopted. Page 10 March 17, 1975 Resolution No. 75 -56 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING THE FEDERAL AID URBAN SYSTEM IN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AND THE URBAN BOUNDARY IN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 75 -56 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 75 -57 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF'ROHNERT PARK AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE WITHIN INSTRUMENT (Consent and Agreement, Subject.to Conditions, by Northwestern Pacific Railroad Company to City of Rohnert Park to install an 8" water main across Railroad property at Engineer's Station 2465 +72, Mile Post 5- 48.34). City Manager explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 75 -57 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Ordinance 265 AMENDING SECTION 4 OF ORDINANCE NO. 169, AUTHORIZING CLOSED SESSIONS OF CITY COUNCIL FOR CERTAIN PURPOSES AUTHORIZED BY LAW. City Manager Callinan explained and read the ordinance. City Attorney Flitner further clarified the ordinance from a legal standpoint. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, Ordinance 265 was introduced as read. Ordinance 266 AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 60 PROVIDING FOR INCREASE OR DECREASE IN CITY COUNCILMEN'S SALARIES City Manager Callinan explained and read the ordinance. City Attorney Flitner further clarified the ordinance from a legal standpoint. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, Ordinance 266 was introduced as read. Ordinance 267 SEWER USE ORDINANCE City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Councilman Smith asked some questions concerning certain sections of the ordinance. City Manager Callinan and City Engineer Brust responded, also advising that additional information would be provided before the ordinance is adopted. Library Resolution No. 75-58 Library Advisory Board Pedestrian Bike Path - Santa Alicia Drive Resolution No. 75-59 Page 11 March 17, 1975 Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Mayor Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance 267 was waived and said ordinance was introduced. City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo of March 13th regarding the Library with the Council, pointing out pertinent information therein. Councilman Flores discussed briefly with Mr. Callinan the sources of,funds required. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Mayor Beary, and unanimously approved, the Council went on record as endorsing county funding of library facilities through- out the county as recently suggested by the County's City Managers—, RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH ARCHITECT SIMONS City Manager Callinan explained the 'resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 75-58 was waived, and said resolution was adopted. City Manager Callinan gave a,.status report on the establishment of a library advisory board for this area. He referred to the letter from County Library Commission Chairman Newman soliciting names for the local advisory boar Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, Mr. Peter McCormick and Mrs. Pat Whitmore were recommended as appointees to the Library Advisory Board for Rohnert Park. Upon motion of Mayor Beary, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, Councilman Flores was appointed as Council member to the Library Advisory Board for Rohnert Park. City Manager Callinan explained proposed resolutions relative to 1975-76 Transportation Development Act funds and referred to map on display and his separate memo to the Council dated March 13th. He briefly discussed the TDA Fund allocation procedure. He presented a sheet suggesting uses,for the 19.75-76 TDA funds. Discussion followed with Council and City Engineer Brust participating., Mr. Brust had earlier attended a meeting with the Board of Supervisors of Sonoma County and he advised the Council that if we submitted our claim, the County will pool same with those of other cities and then press for equitable sharing of funds. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY - COUNCIL OF ROHNERT PARK AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A CLAIM TO THE METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1971. Page 12 March 17, 1975 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, reading.of Resolution 75 -59 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 75 -60 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF ROHNERT PARK AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A CLAIM TO THE METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION IN 'ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1971. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution 75 -60 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Master Geographic City Manager Callinan explained the purpose of the master Letter geographic letter to the State Division of Real Estate, briefly stating that this is an annual approval request and _eliminates the necessity for the city issuing separate letters on each and every subdivision processed in order that the State can issue subdivision reports. Upon motion of Councilman Smith, seconded by Mayor Beary, and unanimously approved, Council directed Mayor Beary to sign the Master Geographic Letter. Spivock Land City Manager Callinan gave a brief report on the meeting held with the City of Santa Rosa and Sonoma County officials and indicated he was very encouraged that this matter was moving ahead. He stated.the Trust for Public Land is going to pursue the matter... Mr. Spivock was present and was recognized and asked Mr. Callinan as to the time schedule regarding confirmation from the County of Sonoma and City -of Santa Rosa. Mr. Callinan replied that he expected confirmation of action this week and the Trust for Public Land company would contact Mr. Spivock promptly.' City Attorney Flitner presented a report to the Council regarding liability in relation to assessment district proceedings of the Spivock land. Mr. Flitner answered questions regarding his report. Discussion followed with Councilman Smith, City Attorney Flitner and City Manager Callinan participating. Mr. Flitner cautioned regarding re-zoning of the land at this time:. Design Review City Manager Callinan advised the Council that Mr. Eivin Board Falk had volunteered his services should the City establish a Design Review Board. Page 13 March 17, 1975 Degree Day Status City Engineer Brust's report regarding degree day status for Rohnert Park for Rohnert Park was presented to the Council and reviewed with regard to insulation requirements in new construction. Discussion followed, Rancho Feliz City Manager Callinan reviewed Parks and Recreation Recreation Director Pekkain's memo with the Council concerning Program recreational activities that might be conducted for the residents of Rancho Feliz® CUROD and Aerators Affirmative Action. Program. Dental Program Petaluma School Board Councilman Flores initiated a discussion suggesting that they move somewhat more promptly in establishing a ball diamond and asked staff to proceed on this project. City Manager Callinan advised the Council that he felt it advisable to continue the use of CUROD for a short while until staff was assured that the aerators were operating satisfactorily at the Wastewater Treatment Plante Upon motion of Mayor Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and approved on a voice vote with Councilman Eck voting No, the Council agreed to the continuance of use of CUROD for a short period of time. 'City Manager Callinan, referring to the Affirmative Action Draft Report presented to the 'Council, briefly reviewed the program. Councilman Eck queried as to who was the Affirmative Action Officer. He was advised that Mr. Bob Albright would be designated as. such. Councilman Smith asked about women appointments to Commissions. Mr. Callinan explained this report concerned employment appointments only, not political appointees. City Manager Callinan referred to the letter (included in the Communications for the,meeting) from Feeney Insurance Agency regarding California Dental Service. City Manager Callinan advised that the annual meeting with the Petaluma Board of Education had been scheduled for April 14 and that it was Rohnert Park's turn to be host. Auto and General City Manager Callinan presented to the Council a report Liability Claims entitled City of Rohnert Park, Pacific Indemnity, 5 -Year Claim Review, Automobile and General Liability. Revenues City Manager Callinan presented to the Council a report entitled City.of Rohnert Park', 1974 -75 Budget Anticipated Revenues vs. Receipts through February 28th, for informational purposes. Page 14 March 17, 1975 League of California Councilman Eck initiated a brief discussion as to whether Cities Bulletin it would,be feasible to have staff check the capabilities in Rohnert Park of establishing anti- recession measures as outlined in a recent League of California Cities Bulletin. The consensus of opinion was negative. Tree Planting Councilman Flores initiated a brief discussion stating the President of the Rohnert Park Jaycees had contacted him volunteering members of that club to help in the tree planting program. It was suggested that Mr. Callinan contact Mike Andrus for names of individuals. SB 175 Upon motion of Mayor Beary, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Council went on record as opposing in general SB 175, Amending the Brown Act, and directed a letter over Mayor Beary's signature be issued so stating. ACA 21 and City Manager Callinan initiated a discussion regarding AB 330 ACA 21 and AB 330 with reference to making local offices and councils change their status from non - partisan to partisan.` Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, a letter was directed to be sent over Mayor Beary's signature in opposition to ACA 21 and AB 330 Educational City Employees Councilman Smith, commenting on the Department of Public Safety report for 1974, stated he wanted to recognize, commend and express approval for the number of units taken by City employees for higher education. Golden Gate Transit City Manager Callinan advised the Council that Golden Gate Parking Transit had indicated it would not go into the Self Service Furniture Company parking lot to pick up passengers. He further stated the City staff was not in favor of taking out the berm on Counerce Blvd. to make a bus stop opposite the Self Service Furniture site. Letter to Mr. Councilman Flores commented on his displeasure with Mr. Garrison Garrison of Park Plaza Shopping Center regarding his attitude concerning the commuter parking problem as expressed in.a recent letter to the City Manager. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, the Mayor was authorized to forward a letter to Mr. Garrison expressing the Council's feelings. 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