1969/04/21 City Council MinutesCall to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Minutes
ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
April 21, 1969
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in
regular session commencing at 7 :10 p.m. in the City Offices,
435 Southwest Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Rogers
presiding.
Mayor Rogers called the meeting of the regular session to
order at approximately 7 :15 p.m.
Present: (4) Councilmen Hopkins, Roberts, Smith & Rogers
Jute: (1) Councilman Buchanan
Absents (0) None
Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the minutes of April 7,
1969 were approved as submitted.
Approval of Bills
Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the bills presented for
approval were approved.
Communications
Communications were brought to the attention of the Council.
No action was taken on any communication except as specifi-
cally noted in these minutes.
Davi Use Permit
City Manager advised that he had been contacted by Mr.
Joseph Davi, who indicated that the Davi's would be making
improvements at 5202 Commerce Boulevard, in the near
future. Mr.'Callinan further advised that he would dis-
cuss the matter with City Attorney Maxwell again before
legal action is taken.
Police Protection
The Coencil initiated a brief discussion regarding police
for Cotati
protection for the City of Cotati. The Council indicated
it looked with favor on the suggestion appearing recently
in the newspapers that the City of Rohnert Park provide
police protection for the City of Cotati, however with
the stipulation that it would be a long range contract be-
tween the Cities.
Horses Control
Councilman Roberts asked if an ordinance could be estab-
lished to prohibit horses from public streets and parks.
After a brief discussion the City Attorney was instructed
to prepare an amendment to the Animal Control ordinance
to prohibit horses from using public streets, parks and
any public area.
Cultural Arts
Mayor Rogers advised that as a matter of policy the Mayor
Ex- Officio
has been the ex- officio member of the Cultural Arts Com--
mission, therefore he would be the City's representative
at the Ct-tjtura.l Arta Commission meetings.
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Recreation Commission
Mayor Rogers appointed Councilman Roberts as the ex-
Ex- Officio
officio member of the Recreation Commission.
Concession- renouncer
The City Manager advised that he and Mayor Rogers had
Booth - Alicia Park
approached a number of local developers and businessmen
in an attempt to have a concession - announcers booth for
Alicia Park donated by them and that Mr. George Anderson
advised that he would donate his time and talent to
build the booth if the City would provide the materials,
which would cost approximately $500.00.
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilmen
Hopkins 'and 1mnanimously approved, the City Manager Was
authorized to expend $5 00.00 toward the construction of
the concession - announcer's booth for Alicia Park.
Law Day
Mayor Rogers proclaimed May 1, 1969 as national Law Day
in the City of Rohnert Park.
Spruce Up Adv.
Mr. Richard Day appeared before the Council on behalf of
the Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce requesting $85.00 for
Spruce Up.Campaign decals.
Upon motion by Councilman:Smith, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the disbursement of
$85.00 from the Community Promotion budget to the Rohnert
Park Chamber of Commerce for the Spruce -Up Campaign was
authorized by the City Council.
Project 1968 -3
City Engineer.Hudis, gave an up to date report on the Cope -
Copeland Creek
land Creek improvement Project, and the status of Mr.
Woods request for full payment of repairs made during
emergency.flood conditions.
City Manager Callinan,advised that the City had applied
for federal funds, for flood disaster, and that the status
of the application looked promising.
Project No. 1968 -1
City Manager Callinan advised that he had been in contact
Coddingland
with the. Division of Highways, and they had informed him
that the plans for on -off ramps would be completed in
June. The funds for the ramps will be included in the
1970 -71 budget. The.City,Manager also advised that the
matter was discussed with Senator Collier, and the Senator
advised that as soon as the plans were received in Sacra-
mento he would assist in expediting the project.
Public Hearing
Mayor Rogers declared open the public hearings on the
Coddingland
Engineer's Report, which was continued from April 7th
Project 1968 -1
and on the changes and modifications.
Consulting Engineer Hudis gave a detailed description of
the property in the assessment district owned by Messrs.
Anderson, Groom, Codding and Knudtsen, and the City of
Rohnert Park to be assessed. Engineer Hudis advised that
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the new frontage road would provide improved access, drain-
age, and better traffic conditions. He advised that the
street would have curb and gutter on one side and an A.C.
berm on the other and that the frontage road would be in-
creased in size by the State to a 64' wide paved area.
Councilman Buchanan Councilman Buchanan arrived at this point in the meeting,
Arrives the time being approximately 7 :45 p.m.
Engineer Hudis reviewed the revised assessment figures
included in his revised "Engineer's Report ".
Bond Counsel Philip Assaf was present and explained the
changes in the project and the method of spreading the
assessment. He advised that copies of all items referred
to such as the Engineer's Report, boundary map, and assess-
ment diagram are on file in the City Clerk's office.
City Manager Callinan read written protests received in
response to the original Public Hearing on the project;
a letter dated March 110 1969 from Paul Golis representing
Anderson, protesting assessment on any and all of the
.Anderson- property; letter dated February 17, 1969 from
Mr. & Mrs. Knudtsen protesting any and all assessments
on their property.
Mr. Norman McPhail was present and presented the Council
with Stone & Youngberg's proposal for the bonds on Codding-
land, Project 1968 -1. City Manager Callinan read the
letter presented by Stone & Youngberg; and also advised
the Council, with Mr. McPhail's approval, that the letter
received from Alan Hart of the State Division of Highways
regarding the construction of the on -off ramps was accept -
able to Stone & Youngberg, therefore satisfying Item No. 11
of the Stone & Youngberg conditions of the bond proposal.
Bond Counsel Assaf noted that the assessment figures on
Items Nos. 9 and 10 in the letter were incorrect, and
suggested that these be corrected before Council's accept -
ance of the bond bid.
In regard to Item No. 12 of the Stone & Youngberg condi-
tions of the bond bid, Bond Counsel could not advise award-
ing a contract until Assembly Bill No. 76 had been signed
by the Governor. This bill, if not signed by the Governor,
will greatly effect funding for highway construction.
Mr. Assaf questioned Items No. 5 and 6 in the letter from
Stone & Youngberg regarding the two parcels owned by the
City, and payment of assessment. City Attorney Maxwell
questioned the City's budget being able to finance the
$5,000 per year plus interest and principal, but was ad-
vised by the City Manager that this amount would not
create an insoluable problem with City finances.
Recess
Reconvene
Project 1968 -1
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Mr. Richard Codding, representing Codding Enterprises, was
present and stated that they were very much in favor of
the project going ahead and that Stone & Youngberg's bid
on the bonds was acceptable as to terms but that he would
like to see Item No. 11 cleared -up.
Mr. Assaf advised that Item No. 11 of the Stone & Young-
berg letter could be crossed out and changes made in assess-
ment figures and initialed by Mr. McPhail. Mr. McPhail
agreed to do so.
Mr. Paul. Golis, officially speaking for Messrs. Knudtsen
and Anderson, advised the Council that Mr. Knudtsen and
Mr. Anderson were out of the country and were not aware of
the changes in the assessment figures. He also stated he
could not see how the Anderson or Knudtsen properties were
being improved as both properties now have a frontage road.
Mr. James Groom was present and advised the Council that
he did not write a letter opposing the original assessment
before the public fearing. He further advised that his
property, Assessment No. 2 now has a frontage road, and
the proposed change in the frontage road will mean that
the road will be moved to the rear of his property in
that the road will be built in the back of the property in-
stead of in the front. He indicated that he hopes that
something can be done and another hearing set because he
will end un with 2910 feet of access on the back corner of
property; he will wind up with nothing and be assessed
$20,000; he cannot see how the Council can set hearing
without more maps and more time; and asked that they do
not override the protests and reach a final determination
without due process and arbitration.
Mr. Richard Codding advised that he, as the official re-
presentative of Codding Enterprises, was glad that at last
everything was ready to move forward on the project, one
he was sure all know means a great deal to the future of
Rohnert Park. He indicated he would hate to see the pro-
ject delayed any further, and would hate to give the State
of California anv excuses not to spend their funds in
Rohnert Park and that it was necessary to put in the front-
age road so that State can put in the on -off ramps of the
interchange. He further indicated that Codding Enterprises
represents well over 75% of the construction contract.
Mayor Rogers declared a five minute recess.
Mayor Rogers reconvened the meeting with all Councilmen
present. The time being approximately 9 :20 p.m.
The public hearings on Project 1968 -1 were resumed.
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Consulting Engineer Hudis, in replying to Mr. Groom'0
comments, indicated that he does not think you can consider
the assessment without considering the value of the future
interchange. He advised that when the interchange is
built, the on and off ramps will wipe out the existing
frontage road for the Groom, Anderson and Knudtsen proper-
ties and another frontage road must be provided. He
advised that not only is the existing frontage road a bad-
ly paved road, but it is also not properly drained, and
has no curb and gutter; the new frontage road will have
curb and gutter, will be wider, and properly drained. Mr.
Hudis further stated that Groom, Knudtsen and Anderson
properties will no doubt go up considerably in value when
the interchange is built and that buildings Mr. Groom
builds can still face the freeway, with directional signs
acceptable to the City; and that access from freeway is
going to be shortened and access to all the property will
be easier than the badly paved two -way road.
Mr. Groom advised that the Engineer failed to mention that
$40,000 worth of roads will provide the same access as now
exists; that he will completely loose existing frontage
road; cannot see anything wrong with existing frontage
road, travels it at 70 mph; and that the planned 4 lane
road will make a nice entrance to shopping center; the
existing frontage road built by County has much better
drainage than Commerce Blvd., built by the City, and he
can't understand why he should pay for a road that doesn't
drain. He further stated that he would like to see the
matter carried over and discussed further.
Bond Counsel Assaf advised that unless the Council is will -
-ing to continue the public hearing that Mr. Groom should
present evidence at this time if he has any to substanti-
ate his protest, and that all evidence has to be presented
before the Council and that once the public hearing is
closed the Council will determine if the project is to go
ahead.
A'brief discussion followed concerning various methods of
Mr. Groom acquiring additional land to provide better
access to his present property.
Engineer Hudis advised that there is only one building on
the Groom property, that the assessment was considered on
future development of land, not long range plans of Mx.
Grooms'.
Mr. Groom stated that the southern portion of the proper-
ty is not developed because the City did not know where
the frontage road would be built; the building now on the
property should not have been built, but the City gave
him a building permit so it was built. He further stated
he was not interested in the small piece of Anderson
property, but possibly that something could be done with
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the 1.16 acres owned by the City. He further stated that
his was valuable property with sewer and water with an
access road, but that he has been unable to develop and
that if somebody wants to buy this puce of n nparty it
is for sale; he wishes someone would prove that value on
the -oroDert.v would increase; it would be a long time for
value to come back to property owners. Mr. Groom further
stated that if they would build the frontage road back
where it is now he will accept the assessment.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone else desiring to be
heard.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the public hearings on
the Engineer's Report and the changes and modifications of
the Coddingland, Unit 1 Assessment District 1968 -1 was
ordered closed.
Councilman Smith stated that the Council is faced with the
first decision of this type. He realizes where improvement>
are to be made it is a problem with individuals, and he
sympathizes with Mr. Groom's requests, but this frontage
road is the major hinge on the interchange to open up the
western part of Rohnert Park, and the Council is obligated
to proceed with the assessment district.
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Bond Counsel Assaf summarized the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 6934 was waived, and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No. RESOLUTION ORDERING CHANGES AND MODIFICATIONS - Coddingland
69 -35 Unit 1 Assessment District 1968 -1
Bond Counsel Assaf summarized the resolution.
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Resolution No. 69-35 was waived, and said resolution was
adopted.
Resolution No. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MODIFICATION OF ASSESSWNT NMERS
69-36 5 THROUGH 15, INCLUSIVE, AND 18 THROUGH 209 INCLUSIVE --
Coddingland Unit 1 Assessment District 1968 -1
Bond Counsel Assaf summarized the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 69 -36 was waived, and said resolution was adopted.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 69 -40 was waived, and said resolution was adopted
with the correction of Schedule A, assessments 9 and 10
and the elimination of Condition No. (11), both correction.-
to be initialed by Mr. Norman McPhail of Stone and Young-
berg.
Mr. Assaf advised that the Resolution awarding the con -
tract for construction should be deferred until Assembly
Bill No. 76 had been signed by the Governor.
File No. 0119 City Manager Callinan reviewed the application of Mr.
Giffin - Use Permit Everett Giffin for a mobile home park on Snyder Lane north
Mobile Home of Hinebaugh Creek. He reviewed the revised site plan
submitted. He read and explained the recommended condi-
tions to be attached to the use permit. (A copy of which
is attached to these minutes).
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Resolution No.
RESOLUTION ORDERING REDUCTION OF ASSESSMENTS - Coddingland:
69 -37
Unit 1 Assessment District 1968 -1
Bond Counsel explained the above resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu
tion'No. 69 -37 was waived, and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No.
RESOLUTION AND ORDER ADOPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT, AS
69 -38
MODIFIED, CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING THE WORK
AND ACQUISITIONS - Coddingland Unit 1 Assessment District
1968 -1
Bond Counsel Assaf explained the above resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
No. 69 -38 was waived, and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No.
RESOLUTION ItSSIGNATING COLLECTION OFFICER - Coddingland
69 -39
Unit 1 Assessment District 1968 -1
Bond Counsel Assaf summarized the above resolution advis-
ing that the City Clerk is designated as the Collection
Officer.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 69-39 was waived and said resolution was
adopted.
Resolution No.
RESOLUTION AWARDING SALE OF BONDS - Coddingland Unit 1
69 -40
Assessment District 1968 -1
Bond Counsel Assaf summarized the above resolution stating
corrections to be made in the bid which Mr. McPhail
initialed.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 69 -40 was waived, and said resolution was adopted
with the correction of Schedule A, assessments 9 and 10
and the elimination of Condition No. (11), both correction.-
to be initialed by Mr. Norman McPhail of Stone and Young-
berg.
Mr. Assaf advised that the Resolution awarding the con -
tract for construction should be deferred until Assembly
Bill No. 76 had been signed by the Governor.
File No. 0119 City Manager Callinan reviewed the application of Mr.
Giffin - Use Permit Everett Giffin for a mobile home park on Snyder Lane north
Mobile Home of Hinebaugh Creek. He reviewed the revised site plan
submitted. He read and explained the recommended condi-
tions to be attached to the use permit. (A copy of which
is attached to these minutes).
File No. 0120
Mr. Swiss
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City Manager Callinan advised that in regard to Item No. 11
of the conditions, Sonoma County Flood Control District
might be willing to accept one -half channel improvements
to Hinebaugh Creek since there are different property own-
ers on either side of Hinebaugh Creek.
Mr. Everett Giffin was present and discussed the recommend-
ed conditions with the Council. (#1) Mr. Giffin could not
understand why the City was requesting 33' wide streets
when the standard street width in mobile home parka was
251. (P) Mr. Giffin would like to landscape and set up
a model mobile home, and he also advised that these mobile
hones were built on a custom type basis, depending on type
of coach, where patio is poured and how landscaped in
immediate area of coach.
Mr. Hulse of the County Planning Office was present and
advised that he felt item No. 7 of the conditions referred
to streets and utilities being completely in before mov-
ing in mobile homes. Mr. Giffin further stated that if he
had to get approval from Sonoma County Flood Control Dis-
trict that construction could not begin this year because
of the flood control district being so slow.
In response to a question from Councilman Smith, Mr. Hulse
advised that the state requirements for mobile home park
streets were 41' for parking on both sides; 33' parking
on one side and 25' no parking.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the use permit for a
mobile home park on Snyder Lane was granted to Mr. Everett
Giffin subject to the conditions recommended by the plann-
ing staff, with the exception of Item No. 2 concerning the
convenience market which is to be further reviewed by the
planning staff:
Councilman Smith asked that the City staff and City
Attorney give a recommendation as to whether the'iecrea-
tion fees" ordinance applies to mobile homes.
City Manager Callinan reviewed the conditions the Council
set when granting the use permit for the "Mr. Swiss" drive-
in restaurant on Southwest Boulevard.
Mr. Ron Denney was present and advised the Council that
there was an error in the plot plan submitted and approved
by the City and that the building would have to be moved
forward 30' to be in line with the carwash and 7 -11 Market
on Southwest Boulevard. A brief discussion followed con -
cerning the change in the plot plan and the location of
the sign.
The Council deferred the matter until the next meeting so
that the planning staff could review Mr. Denney's latest
April 219 1969
request for changes.
File No. 0124 City Manager Callinan advised that Mr. Norm Francisco
Home Appliance had applied for a temporary use permit for an appliance
retail sales and service operation at 5665 South Santa
Rosa Avenue. The City Manager read suggested conditions
prepared by the City and County Planning Staff (a copy of
which is attached).
Mr. Norm Francisco was present and advised that he had
read the conditions recommended by staff and they were
acceptable to him.
Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and approved by the following voice vote, a tempor-
ary use permit for an appliance retail sales and service
at 5665 South Santa Rosa Avenue was granted to Mr. & Mrs.
Norman Francisco subject to the conditions recommended by
the County Planning and City Staff:
AYES: (4) Councilmen Buchanan, Hopkins, Smith
and Rogers
NOES: (1) Councilman Roberts
ABSENT: (0) None
Councilman Roberts advised that he voted against the
issuance of the use permit on the basis that a use permit
should not be granted until parking, curbs and gutters
are installed or we would have another "Davi" operation.
File No. 0125 City Manager Callinan reviewed the College View Youth
Fireworks Club's application for a temporary use permit to sell
fireworks in the parking lot of the Rohnert Park Center
from June 29 to July 59 1969.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the College View Youth
Club was granted a temporary use permit to sell fireworks
in the parking lot of Rohnert Park Center from June 29 to
July 5, 1969, subject to their complying with standard
conditions set for the sale of fireworks.
File No. 0126 City Manager Callinan reviewed Mr. James Groom's applica-
James Groom tion for a lot split in the industrial area, at the south
Lot Split end of Transport Avenue in the area of the proposed indust-
rial Subdivision No. 4, and advised that a warehouse is
proposed to be constructed on the lot.
Mayor Rogers abstained from discussing or voting on this
matter, declaring a personal interest, and the chairing
of the meeting was turned over to Vice Mayor Smith.
City Manager Callinan presented a list of suggested condi-
tions (a copy of which is attached) relative to curb and
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April 219 1969
gutter, improvement to streets and utilities. Mr. James
Groom was present, and agreed to the recommended conditions.
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Upon motion by Councilman .®ucnanan, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and approved by the following voice vote, the lot
spl i i n? A� 1n �_(12- �6 in �'�.^:'.Ordan with the plot ubas te-
ed was approved subject to the conditions recommended by
staff.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Buchanan, Hopkins, Roberts &
Smith
NOES: (0) None
ABSTAIN:(1) Councilman Rogers
File No. 0127 The City Manager reported that Mr. George Anderson was
Anderson requesting the Council's feelings regarding the erection
Warehouse of a warehouse at the corner of future Executive Avenue
and Transport Avenue on the lot created with the Groom
lot split and whether or not a warehouse would be compat-
ible in this area.
Councilmen Buchanan, Hopkins and Roberts indicated they
felt that a warehouse would be compatible for this loca-
tion. Councilman Smith withheld any comment until land-
scaping and additional plans were presented for Council
approval.
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File No. 0128
City Manager Callinan reviewed the application of Mr. &
Doherty Variance
Mr. Dennis Doherty for a variance to build an addition to
their residence at 7740 Burton Avenue, and that the build-
ing would come within 14' of the rear lot line whereas
City zoning code requires a 20' set back from rear lot
line.
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and approved by the following voice vote, the
Council made the necessary findings and granted a rear -
yard set back variance to Mr. Doherty at 7740 Burton
Avenue.
AYES: Councilman Buchanan, Hopkins, Roberts, Rogers
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Councilman Smith
Councilman Smith stated that he would abstain from voting
because the Council had not been informed of the necessary
findings.
File No. 105
City Manager Callinan read a letter from Mr. Paul Golis
Golis -- Royal Inn
indicating that he was negotiating with the Royal Inn
chain to establish a motel - restaurant in the vicinity of
Commerce Boulevard and the Rohnert Park Expressway.
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The City Council voiced approval of the proposed motel -
restaurant complex being established in the vicinity of
Commerce Boulevard and the Rohnert Park Expressway.
Lake Estates
City Manager Callinan summarized a letter from Rohnert
Park Realty requesting a letter from the City to the State
Division of Real Estate relative to the Golf Lakes Estates
Subdivision. A brief discussion followed with Mr. Golis
participating. Upon conclusion of the discussion Mr.
Callinan indicated he would send the letter requested.
Ordinance No. 120
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 63 (parking require-
ment Drive-In restaurant.)
City Attorney Maxwell reviewed said ordinance.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved on a roll call vote the
reading of Ordinance No. 120 was waived, and said ordinance
was introduced.
Ordinance No. 119
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE N0. 63 (Map change - 60
acres south of Rohnert Park Expressway)
City Manager Callinan reviewed said ordinance.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved on a roll call vote, the
reading of Ordinance No. 119 was waived and said Ordinance
was adopted.
Community & Rec-
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
reation Center
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Council approved
progress payment No. 7 to Fames Construction Company in
the amount of $7094.01°
A brief discussion was held concerning the dedication of
the Community & Recreation Center. A tentative date of
May 24th was set with the details of the dedication being
worked out by the dedication committee previously approved
by the Council:
City Attorney's City Attorney Maxwell gave a brief verbal report on the
Report Siri Lawsuit regarding the Expressway Project; and Express-
way Interchange right of way lawsuit, the decision on which
is presently pending in Superior Court;and his efforts to
develop by-laws for a non - profit corporation for the
Cultural Arts Commission operation.
Population Estimate City Manager Callinan reported that the City's official
population as of March 1, 1,969 was 5►875 per the State
Department of Finance.
Dog Show City Manager Callinan commented briefly on the Redwood
Empire Kennel Dog Show,scheduled to be held in Benecia
Park on May 4th.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Roberts and unanimously approved, the Council authorized
the City staff to work out the take -over of the Rohnert
Park sign and its being brought up to acceptable standards
as outlined by City Manager Callinan.
Western City City Manager Callinan reported on the inclusion in the
Article recent Western Cities magazine of an article on the Cope-
land Creek Project.
Expense in Budget City Manager Callinan presented an Expense and Budget
comparison report for the nine months ending March 31, 1969.
Koch Dinner A brief discussion was held concerning the dinner planned
for former Director of Public Safety Brad Koch. A dis-
cussion was held concerning the conflict of April 25th
date with an event planned by the Cotati VFW.
Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO BRADLEY W. KOCH
69 -41 Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -41
was adopted by title.
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Temporary Office
City Manager Callinan reported on the need for additional
Space
office space in the City Building, and recommended the con-
struction of two temporary offices in the rear of the Coun-
cil Chambers. A discussion followed during which Council
man Smith indicated that he would rather not see the City
reduce the size of the Council Chambers since the space is
well needed for Council meetings on many occasions. He
indicated he would rather see the Council authorize suffi-
cient funds to do a major remodeling of the building to
obtain the space that is needed. Upon conclusion of the
discussion the matter was deferred until the next Council
meeting,
Golf Course
City Manager Callinan reported on the plans being made for
Dedication
the Golf Course dedication and a "Press Day ". The dedica-
tion date to be tentatively held on May 17, and "Press
Day'@ on May 9th. The staff was authorized to proceed with
the matters.
Rohnert Park Sign
A discussion was held concerning the "Rohnert Park" sign
on Commerce Blvd., which is in dire need of repair. The
City Manager advised that he had discussed the matter with
certain Chamber directors and recommended that the City
take over the operation and maintenance of the sign, and
bring it up to acceptable standards and change the face on
one of the panels going north to advertise the golf course.
He mentioned several estimates of costs for the work, and
advised that he feels that the City could use the Community
Promotion funds included in the present fiscal near °s
budget, but earmarked for the Chamber of Commerce, since
the sign was originally to be maintained by the Chamber.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Roberts and unanimously approved, the Council authorized
the City staff to work out the take -over of the Rohnert
Park sign and its being brought up to acceptable standards
as outlined by City Manager Callinan.
Western City City Manager Callinan reported on the inclusion in the
Article recent Western Cities magazine of an article on the Cope-
land Creek Project.
Expense in Budget City Manager Callinan presented an Expense and Budget
comparison report for the nine months ending March 31, 1969.
Koch Dinner A brief discussion was held concerning the dinner planned
for former Director of Public Safety Brad Koch. A dis-
cussion was held concerning the conflict of April 25th
date with an event planned by the Cotati VFW.
Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO BRADLEY W. KOCH
69 -41 Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -41
was adopted by title.
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April 21, 1969
Intergovenmental City Manager Callinan repor'Ued on his invitation by the
Management Conference State of California Management Institute to attend the
Intergovernmental Management Conference to be -held in
Asilomar on April 27 through 30, 1969.
Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved, City Manager Callinan
was authorized to attend the Intergovernmental Management
Conference to be bell. in Asilomar April 27 through 30,
1969.
AdjuUrnment There being no further buriness the meeting was adjourned
at arproxiMately 10*.20 p.m.
!TPROVED:
File No. 0119 M Everett Giffin -- Use Permit
Mobile Home Park on Snyder Lane
April 21, 1969
1. 33 foot collector streets with 40 foot entrance streets
2. No illuminated, roof or free standing sign on convenience
market. One identifying sign is to be allowed not to
exceed 35 square feet and is not to be oriented toward
Snyder Lane.
3. Landscaping plan must be approved prior to issuance of
any building permits.
4. Engineering plans must be submitted and approved prior
to beginning of work, including drainage system.
5. No children allowed in park as residents.
6. No pets allowed in park.
7. No travel trailers or mobile home units are to be placed
on subject parcel until the parcel is ready for occupancy.
8. The overall boundaries of the parcel shall be fenced with
a six foot fence or an approved landscape plan that effeca-
ively creates a screening barrier.
9. All utilities are to be underground
10. Snyder Lane shall be improved to center line of its ulti-
mate design. Applicant shall dedicate at no cost to
City the right of way required.
Snyder Lane improvements shall include curb, gutter,
sidewalk and streets.
11. Hinebaugh Creek shall be improved to standards of Sonoma
County Flood Control & Water Conservation District so that
drainage channel is accepted from maintenance by the flood
control district.
12. Applicant shall make provision with City for the pro-
viding of City water service to the development.
13. Applicant shall pay the City's per acre assessment charge
for development prior to connecting to City's utility
systems and prior to commencement of development.
14. Mobile homes shall be sold in place once the park is
developed. Exceptions from this condition may be granted
by City Council upon specific request. Only those ad-
vertising signs approved by the planning staff will be
permitted.
15. Applicant shall submit a development program which indi-
cates the increments into which the total development will
fall.
16. Applicant must acknowledge acceptance of these conditions
prior to the processing of this matter any further by the
City.
File No. 0124 - Home Appliance Co. _ temporary use permit
5665 South Santa Rosa Avenue M appliances,
retail sales and service
SUGGESTED CONDITIONS
1. That temporary use permit be for a period of one year at the
end of which time the premises must meet all provisions of the
zoning ordinance and other applicable City regulations.
2. That a site plan be presented to the Planning Staff for appro-
val prior to occupancy. Said site plan shall show area to be
designated for off -- street customer parking.
3. That temporary customer parking area be so constructed as to
be dust - -proof and have adequate drainage.
4. That size, type and location of all signs be approved by
Planning Staff prior to installation.
5. That applicann acknowledges that frontage road is eventually
going to be widened to a major street width and agrees to
dedicate the necessary right of way and assume his pro-rata
share of the costs of the improvements at such time as road
is widened.
6. That applicant acknowledges that curb, gutter and other street
improvements normally required by City as a prey- requisite to
development are not being required by City at this time, but
they will be required when frontage road is widened.
7. That applicant does a general clean -tip of premises including
mowing of weeds and that premises are kept in good order once
cleaned.
8. That a reasonable amount of landscaping be installed including
some trees subject to approval of Planning Staff.
9. That any necessary clearances or permits for driveways, utility
connections or remodeling are obtained from the Public Works,
Building Inspection or Public Safety Departments.
10. That a business license is obtained prior to conducting any
business on the premises.
11. That applicant acknowledges acceptance of these conditions
prior to commencing business on the premises.
File No, 0126 -- James Groom - lot split
end of Transport Avenue - AP 143-020-36
Area of proposed Industrial Sub. No. 4
SUGGESTED CONDITIONS
1. That applicant agrees to install curb and gutter on present
Transport Avenue frontage of lot at such time as Transport
Avenue is extended.
2. That connection to sewer system shall be from future Executive
Avenue.
3. That applicant agrees to dedicate and improve to City standards
future Transport Avenua and future Executive Avenue which will
be adjacent to said new lot being created by this lot split.
4. That applicant agrees that said improvements referred to in
No. 3 and proposed Industrial Subdivision No. 4 shall be in-
stalled within one year from date of lot split approval.
5. That applicant agrees to dedicate to City any temporary ease-
ments required for sewer and water mains or laterals to serve
the new lot until such time as future Transport Avenue and
Executive Avenue are installed.
6. That applicant acknowledges acceptance of these conditions
prior to recording lot split.