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1970/06/15 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES June 159 1970 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 7 :18 p.m. in the City Offioes, 435 Southwest Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Smith presiding. The regular session was preceded by an Executive Session, which commenced at 7000 p.m. and at which all Council members were present and which was held to discuss possible appointments to the Recreation and Cultural Arts Commissions and personnel. matters. Call to Order Mayor Smith called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 708 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Presents (5) Councilmen Buchanan, Hopkins, Roberts, Rogers, and Smith Absents (0) None Staff Presents City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Maxwell, Engineer Hudis and County Planner Wes Vail. Executive Session Mayor Smith reported the executive session held just prior to the regular meeting concerned vacancies on various commissions and possible appointments to fill the vacancies. .Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the minutes of June 1, 1970 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the bills presented for approval were approved in the amount of 021,929.84. Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the Council. No action was taken on any com- munication except as noted specifically in these minutes. P.G. & E. Rates City Manager Callinan read a letter from Mr. Paul Golis re- garding lowering P.G. & E. rates in Rohnert Park. Mr. Callinan reviewed his memo dated June 12, 1970 to the Coun- cil concerning P.G. & E. rates. Discussion followed. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimou "sly approved, staff was requested to write to the Public Utilities Commission requesting that Rohnert Park - Cotati Rate Area be annexed to the Santa Rosa Rate Area. Storer Cable TV City Manager Callinan read a letter from Mr. Paul Golis Franchise requesting the City Council to cancel the Storer Cable TV franchise. Page -2-a June 15, 1970 Mayor Smith reviewed Council proceedings relating to Storer Cable TV and advised it appeared that the franchise agree- ment was being fulfilled by Storer, therefore he could see no basis for cancellation of the franchise. Hearing no objections from Council, Mayor Smith polled the Council and by consensus of the Co•�uncil, Mr. uolis's request was denied. Recreation Commission Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Rogers, and unanimously approved, the present members of the Rohnert Park Recreation Commission were reappointed for 197071 and Councilman Rogers was reappointed as ex- officio member. Cultural Arts Upon motion of Councilman Rogers,, seconded by Councilman Commission Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Jane Faust was appointed to fill the vacancy on the Cultural Arts Commission for a term which expires July 1, 1974• Mayor Smith reported that although several requests had been received regarding service on the Commission, it had been several months and that these people would be contacted to ascertain if they are still interested before appointing anyone else. Horses on City Councilman Roberts reported that horses were being ridden Streets on city streets and that Mrs. Brizzee, 7233 Barbi bane had asked who was responsible for cleaning up the horse droppers and how long before they would be cleaned up. Discussion followed and Mr. Callinan was requested to follow -up as necessary. Budget Hearings Mayor Smith asked when budget hearings will begin and was advised by City Manager Callinan they would start next Monday, June 22. � +,,,,al Arts Budget The Cul mural Arts Commission budget request for 197071 was brought to the attention of the Council. Brewster Ames City Manager Callinan reviewed a letter from the Cultural Memorial Arts Commission requesting Council approval to donate $100.00 to the Sonoma State College Student Emergency Loan Ftmd in memory of Brewster Ames. A brief discussion followed. Councilman Rogers made a motion to authorize the expendi- ture of $100.00. City Attorney Maxwell interrupted to say he would like to investigate the matter for any legal implications involved and report back at the next Council meeting. Councilman Rogers thereupon withdrew his motion. Cultural Arts In response to a query from Mayor Smith, City Attorney Corporation Maxwell reported on the status of the Cultural Arts Corpor- ation being formed. Page _3- June 15, 1970 File No. 0091 City Manager Callinan reviewed the application of George Andersen Andersen for a use permit to construct a manager's apart- ment at 333 College View Drive. County Planner Vail gave a staff report recommending denial of the application. Mayor Smith declared open the scheduled public hearing on the application of George Andersen for a use permit to construct a manager's apartment at 333 College View Drive. City Manager Callinan stated that notices of the public hearing had been mailed to residents within 500 feet of the residence and that no written responses had been re- ceived. He noted the two brief notes of approval of Dr. William Cord and Mr. Otto Nation appearing on the copy of Mr. Andersen's plan submitted. Mr. Andersen was present. There being no one desiring to be heard and no written communications, Mayor Smith declared the public hearing closed. Councilman Buchanan made a motion to deny the use permit. Discussion followed. The motion died for lack of a second. Councilman Rogers moved to grant the use permit and vari- ance to permit the construction of the manager's apartment. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Hopkins, but not approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: (2) Councilmen Hopkins and Rogers NOES: (2) Councilmen Buchanan and Smith ABSTAIN: (1) Councaman Roberts File No. 0155 City Manager Callinan reviewed the application of Mrs. Ortega Frank Ortega for a use permit to operate a State of Cali- fornia Family Care Home at 214 Alden Avenue. Mayor Smith declared open the scheduled public hearing on the application of Mr. and Mrs. Ortega for a use permit for Family Care Plan foster home at 214 Alden Avenue. City Manager Callinan stated that notices of the public hearing had been mailed to residents within 500 feet of the resi- dence. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Ortega were present and Mrs. Ortega spoke briefly in support of the application. No one appeared in opposition to the use permit and City Manag- er Callinan advised that no written communications had been received. There being no one wishing to be heard Mayor. Smith declared the public hearing closed. Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the Council approved the use permit application of Mrs. Frank Ortega for a foster home at 214 Alden Avenue for one (1) retarded 14 year old boy under the provisions of the State of California Family Care Plan. Page -4- June 15, 1970 File No. 0143 City Manager Callinan reviewed the tentative map for the Deer Meadow Village first phase of the proposed Deer Meadow Village Development. County Planner Vail reported that new FHA covenants, condi- tions and restrictions for this type of development had been received and recommended that approval be withheld until these could be incorporated. City Manager Callinan read the suggested conditions for approval prepared by city staff. Harold Mayfield of Murray & McCormick, engineering firm for the developer, was present and commented. A discussion was held concerning extension of water and sewer service to the development. After a brief discussion condition No. 15 recommended by staff relative to the carports, was deleted from the conditions. City Attorney Maxwell commented on the FHA covenants, conditions, and restrictions, and reported that FHA looked dimly on any deviation from its prescribed form. Discussion followed on the proposed development. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the tentative map for Deer Meadow Village was approved subject to the condi- tions recommended by staff with the exception of No. 15. Faith Presbyterian City Manager Callinan reported that Faith United Presby Church terian Church and the College View Youth Club had made application for use permits to sell fireworks prior to College View Youth Independence Day. Club (Pop Warner Football) Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, both applications for temporary use permits to sell fireworks were approved sub - ject to the same conditions as required in past years and the $10.00 use permit application fee was waived. Fred Browne C -2 City Manager Callinan reviewed the application of Frederick Zoning Application Browne for C -2 zoning on Santa Rosa Avenue referred by the County to the City for possible comment. He recommended the Council not oppose the rezoning since it is in accord- ance with the city's General Plan and since the property owners in the area had cooperated with the city staff in providing the County with certain rights of way for Wilfred Creek. County Planner Vail indicated that he had no objec- tions to the zoning change. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and approved by the following voice vote the Council indicated that it had no objection to the proposed rezoning-. AYES-. (4) Councilmen Buchanan, Hopkins, Roberts and Smith ABSTAIN -.(1) Councilman Rogers City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 70 -83 was adopted awarding the contract to J. R. Peters Engineer- ing Construction, subject to approval of the bid by the State Water Quality Control Board and the Federal Water Quality Administration. City Manager Callinan requested council approval to nego- tiate a contract for a project construction inspector for Project 1970 -4. By concensus of the Council City Manager Callinan was given authorization to proceed with employ- Page -5- June 159 1970 Cotati Cabinet County Planner Vail reported that Cotati Cabinet was plann- ing a proposed expansion but that there were some traffic problems to be solved. Recess Mayor Smith declared the meeting recessed at this point, the time being approximately 8 :50 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Smith reconvened the meeting at approximately 9 :00 p.m, Resolution No. RESOLUTION PETITIONING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE 70 -80 COUNTY OF SONOMA TO EXCEPT ALL LANDS WITHIN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK FROM THE LEVY OF ANY TAX FOR STRUCTURAL FIRE PROTECTION. City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 70 -80 was adopted. Resolution RESOLUTION OF CITY OF ROHNERT PARK EXPRESSING OPPOSITION No. 70 -81 TO ANY DIVERSION OF GASOLINE TAX FUNDS City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved., Resolution No. 70 -81 was approved. Resolution RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (Country Club Drive and No. 70 -82 Drainage Easement) City Manager 'Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 70 -82 was adopted. Resolution A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF WATER No. 70 -83 POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT MODIFICATIONS - 1970 (F.W.P.C.A. DEM PROJECT NO. 11023 USX) City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 70 -83 was adopted awarding the contract to J. R. Peters Engineer- ing Construction, subject to approval of the bid by the State Water Quality Control Board and the Federal Water Quality Administration. City Manager Callinan requested council approval to nego- tiate a contract for a project construction inspector for Project 1970 -4. By concensus of the Council City Manager Callinan was given authorization to proceed with employ- Page -6- June 15, 1970 ment of an inspector For Project 1970 -4. Project 1968--3 Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Copeland Creek Rogers, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized the disposition of the surplus funds for Project 1968 -3 as outlined in City Manager Callinan, Is vane 8, 1970 letter to Bond Counsel Philip Assaf. Resolution A RESOLUTION DECLARING SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING APPLICATION No. 70-84 THEREOF (Copeland Creek Improvement Project, Project No. 1968 -3) City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Rogers, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 70 -84 was adopted. Project WS- Calif -333 Engineer Hudis gave a verbal report on the status of this Well #6 and Tank #1 project. He reported that Well #6 had been tested and was producing 300 gallons per minute and that the tank should be installed very soon. City Manager Callinan reported that a Federal inspector had inspected the work to date and the City was in a posi- tion to start requesting money from the Federal government. He further reported that Progress Payment No. 2 in the amount of $6,766.51 to Argonaut Constructors was now in order. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, Progress Payment Num- ber 2 in the amount of $6,766.51 to Argonaut Constructors was authorized. Project No. 1969 -1 Engineer Hudis reported that engineering plans are now com- Snyder Lane plete for Snyder Lane except for the box culvert at Cope- land Creek. He advised that some difficult problems were being encountered relative to the design of the box cul- vert which was causing a delay, but that the plans were approximately 75% complete and should be finished in time to go to bid by the July 6th Council meeting. Project No. 1969 -3 Engineer Hudis reported that Teichert & Son, were moving Avram Avenue - Santa along rapidly with the work on the Avram Avenue and Santa Alicia Drive Alicia Drive project and that the first progress payment in the amount of $49,649.40 was now in order. Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Progress Payment No. 1 to A. Teichert & Son, Inc. in the amount of $49,649.40 was approved. Lion's Club Contri- City Manager Callinan reported that the city's Babe Ruth bution to Babe Baseball program had received a contribution from the Ruth Baseball Rohnert Park Lions Club in the amount of $30.00. Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Councilman Rogers' earlier motion was withdrawn and a letter from Mr. Benzon was requested setting forth his points made orally. Mr. Benzon assured the Council the letter would be written promptly. Page _7_ June 15, 1970 City Office Space City Manager Callinan reported he had been talking with Norman Spivock regarding the renting of space above the library and also exploring the possibility of adding a second story to the present City Offices. He displayed a suggested plan for the addition of a second story to the present City office building. Corporation Yard City Manager Callinan reported that information on the pro- posed Corporation Yard has been sent to Richard Raymond, Bond Counsel, who is exploring various methods of financ- ing the project. Pigeon Problems City Manager Callinan read a petition from residents sup- porting strict regulations concerning pigeons. City Manager Callinan read a discussion draft of a proposed ordinance regulating poultry. Discussion followed. Daniel Blackburn, 2713 Comanche, Santa Rosa, Bill Hatcher, 7684 Beverly Drive, Rohnert Park; John Kelly of Santa Rosa, and Randall Apel, 2209 Hearn Avenue, Santa Rosa offered comments in support of the homing pigeons. Council requested staff to obtain copies of the ordinances in San Francisco and Los Angeles and to schedule a public hearing on the proposed ordinance. New Public Safety City Manager Callinan reported that Lee Holmes and Dennis Officers Hays had been hired to fill the two vacancies in the Public Safety Department with Mr. Holmes beginning June 8 and Mr. Hays starting approximately July 1. Recreation Dept. City Manager Callinan requested Council approval of proposed Summer Employee pay rates for Summer Employees as shown on a sheet attached Pay Rates to the original copy of these minutes. Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the 1970 Summer Employ- ment -Pay Rates effective June 1st were approved. P.G. & E. Rates John Benzon, Manager of the Sonoma area of Pacific Gas and Electric Company and representing Mr. Hack Boyette, was recognized and explained the details involved in attempting to change the rate area boundaries discussed earlier in the meeting and answered questions of the Council. Betty Brooks, 451 Alta Avenue, Rohnert Park, offered comments. Upon motion of Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Councilman Rogers' earlier motion was withdrawn and a letter from Mr. Benzon was requested setting forth his points made orally. Mr. Benzon assured the Council the letter would be written promptly. Page -8- June 159 1970 Viet Nam and Albert Dominguez of Sonoma State College was recognized and Cambodia Resolution read a resolution opposing the conflict in Viet Nam and Cambodia and supporting the McGovern - Church amendment. Discussion followed and by consensus of the Council, the matter was tabled. Burton Avenue Lucille Jewell of the Argus ®Courier asked for a progress Mini -Park report on the Burton Avenue mini --park work being done by Sonoma State College students and was advised that work was progressing rapidly and should be finished soon. Adjournment There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at approximately 10 :15 p.m. to Monday, June 22, 1970, at 8 :00 P.M. Deputy City Clerk APPROVED: Mayor Special Activities as needed $1.50 -$3.00 Swimming Pools Pool Manager 2 $2.25 -$2.50 Relief Manager - $2.00 Lifeguards - ward rate 4 $1.65 -$1.85 Lifeguards - teaching rate Cashiers 3 $1.30 -$1.50 Public Works Part -time help - students $1.50 -$2.00 N.Y.C. students (paid by Fed. Govt.) $1.45 Public Safety N.Y.C. student (paid by Fed. Govt.) $1.45 k( PMC: 6 -12 -70 CITY OF ROHNERT PARK 1970 Summer Employment - Pay Rates Position No. of Hourly Recreation Program: Positions Pay Range Director 1 $3.60 Recreation Assistants 2 $3.00 Recreation Assistants as needed $1.50 -$1.60 Arts & Crafts Instructors 2' $1.75 N.Y.C. students (paid by Fed. Govt.) $1.45 Special Activities as needed $1.50 -$3.00 Swimming Pools Pool Manager 2 $2.25 -$2.50 Relief Manager - $2.00 Lifeguards - ward rate 4 $1.65 -$1.85 Lifeguards - teaching rate Cashiers 3 $1.30 -$1.50 Public Works Part -time help - students $1.50 -$2.00 N.Y.C. students (paid by Fed. Govt.) $1.45 Public Safety N.Y.C. student (paid by Fed. Govt.) $1.45 k( PMC: 6 -12 -70