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1969/05/05 City Council MinutesROMMT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES May 59 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. The regular meeting was preceded by a brief executive session to discuss possible appointments to the Cultural Arts Commission. Call to Order Mayor Rogers called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7 :10 p.m. Roll Call Present: (4) Councilmen Hopkins, Roberts, Smith & Rogers Late: (1) Councilman Buchanan Staff Present: City Manager Callinan, Assistant to the City Attorney Mr. Cutler, County Planner Gary Mann, Assistant to the City Manager Albright, City Consulting Engineer Milt Hudis. Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Smith and unanimously approved, the minutes of April 17 and 21 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts, 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. Anna Madden Claim City Manager Callinan read a letter dated April 24, 1969 from Anna Madden and Children in which she states she is filing a claim in the amount of $300 against the City for the loss of their dog. Following a brief discussion the matter was referred to City Attorney Maxwell for action. Mayors' & Council- Mayor Rogers requested that 'those planning to attend the mens Meeting Mayors' and Councilmen's Association of Sonoma County meeting on May 8, 1969 in Sebastopol please advise the City Manager in order to make reservations. Councilmen Hopkins, Roberts and Smith indicated they planned to attend the meeting. Out -of -Town Mayor Rogers requested that Vice - Mayor Smith be advised of Meetings all out-of-town meeting notices directed to the Mayor, as Councilman Smith planned on attending as many of the meet - ings as possible. May 5, 1969 Page -2-- 1969 Legislation Councilman Smith briefly summarized legislation proposed Tax on Checks by Senator Collier placing a 2¢ tax on all checks cashed with the revenue to be used for schooling of im- poverished children. Councilman Smith requesting that the Council go on record as being opposed to Senator Collier's Bill. Councilman Buchanan Councilman Buchanan arrived at this point in the meeting, Arrives the time being approximately 7.20 p.m. The Council requested additional time to study the bill proposed by Senator Collier before action is taken by the Council as a whole although it was suggested that any Coon® uilma,� feeling strong about the measure should feel free to express his personal views to Senator Collier. Petaluma School Mayor Rogers appointed Councilman Buchanan to the Petaluma District Advisory School District's Advisory Committee to study future Junior Committee High School sites. Councilman Roberts suggested that an alternate be appointed, and he was immediately appointed alternate to the advisory committee by Mayor Rogers. Cultural Arts Nevada Cultural Arts Commission Chairman Dr. Cord appeared before Trip the Council to advise of the trip to Sparks, Nevada planned by the Cultural Arts Commission. Profits from the excur- sion would be used toward construction of the fountain planned for the Community & Recreation Center. Eagle Scout Awards Mr. Robert Walters. resident. and Mr- Harm A A7ipwarA r_ Scout Executive of Sonoma Mendocino Area Council, appeared before the Council to request that Rohnert Park provide funds to present approximately 20 Eagle Scout Awards to Boy Scouts in the Sonomn.Mendocino Area Council. Mr. Alexander indicated that some indication would be made on the awards that they were contributed by the City of Rohnert Park. City Manager Callinan read an exerpt from the Recreation Commission minutes recommending Council approval of this request. Upon motion by Councilman HOnkinA. sannnAAd by Cnrnnni7mar" Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Council agreed to an expenditure of $120 to sponsor the cost of procuring complete Eagle Scout award kits for a period of one year, as requested by Mr. Alexander.: Project 1968-3 City Manager Callinan reviewed the Copeland Creek Improve- Amended Assessment ment Project No. 1968.3, Amended Assessment No. 1. RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION DIRECTING MAKING OF AMENDED ASSESSMENT RE 69 -42 CERTAIN ASSESSMENTS;UNDER.10SOLUTION OF IWBMION NO. 6848 COPELAND CREEK IMPROMEN PROJECT NO. 1968 -3 Assessment No. 1. May 59 1969 Page -3- City Manager Callinan summarized the above resolution. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu- tion No. 69 -42 was waived, said resolution was adopted. Project No. 1968 -1 City Manager Callinan and Consulting Engineer Hudis gave an up to date report on the progress of Project No. 1968 -1, Coddingland area west of the freeway; advising that the bonds had been sold, deed for right of way through Codding property was received, that condemnation proceedings for right of way would be necessary in one or more cases, and that discussions were still being held with Mr. Groom re- garding the assessment on his property. Resolution No. A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DO 69 -43 Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -43 was adopted by title, Accepting Deed from Codding Enter- prises. Resolution No. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF QUIT CLAIM DEED TO 69 -44 CORDING ENTERPRISES (relocation of Coddingland Frontage Road) City Manager Callinan summarized the above resolution. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -44 was adopted. Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK 69 -45 RE ACQUISITION BY CONDEMNATION OF REAL PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC STREET AND HIGHWAY PURPOSES (U.S. 101 Frontage Road at Rohnert Park Expressway) City Manager Callinan reviewed the above resolution. Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -45 was adopted. Resolution No. A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT - CODDINGLAND UNIT 1 69 -46 ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 1968 -1 City Manager Callinan summarized the above resolution awarding the contract to Argonaut Constructors. Upon n by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Hopkins and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -46 was adopted. Change Order #1 City Manager Callinan presented Change Order No. 1 for Project 1968 -1 Project No. 1968 -1 which would eliminate some of the construction items included in the call for bids. May 59 1969 Page -4- Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved, Change Order No. 1 for Project No. 1968 -1 was approved. Engineer Payment City manager Callinan submitted a statement in the amount of $5,000 from Consulting Engineer Hudis as partial bill - ing for engineering services completed on Project 1968 -1. Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized the payment of $5,000 to Consulting Engineer Hudis. Report on Construe- Engineer Hudis gave a brie' report on the procedures for tion of Project starting construction of the frontage road in the Codding- 1968-1 land area. City Manager Callinan repeated that Mr. James Groom, proper - ty owner in Project 1968 -19, was still in disagreement with the City regarding his assessment figures. Underground Utilities City Manager Callinan reported on the relocation of exist- at interchange ing overhead utilities that must be done as a prerequisite to the development of the southbound on -off ramps and the interchange. He reported on the alternatives for relocat- ing the facilities and on his meetings with State, County, and P.G. & E. officials. He advised that staff will be working with the different agencies involved and the prop - erty owners, particularly Codding, to resolve the matter. Ordinance No. 120 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 63 (Parking $equire- ment Drive -In Restaurants) City Manager Callinan reviewed Ordinance No. 120 which had been introduced at the April 21st City Council meeting. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Smith, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, Ordinance No. 120 was adopted: AYES: (5) Councilmen Buchanan, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith and Rogers tvnr..q • i n 1 AT.,,,e ABSENT: (0) None File No. 120 City Manager Callinan reviewed the use permit application Mx. Swiss submitted by Paul Golis for a Mr. Swiss drive -in restaurant on Southwest Boulevard. Mr. Gary Mann of the Sonoma County Planning Dept. read the recommendations of the County Planning Dept., that the building have a 90 foot set back, but agreeing to a request- ed perpendicular sign on.the: building. Mr. Denney, Rohnert Park.Realty, representing the appli- May 5t 1969 Page -5- cant, was present and participated in the discussion that followed. Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Council approved the perpendicular sign and the revised site plan for the "Mr. Swiss" drive -in restaurant to be constructed on Southwest Boulevard according to sketch and site plan submitted with the following changes: (1) parking spaces in front next to landscaped areas being relocated to front of building; (2) angle of parking spaces on east side of building be changed so cars driving around building can use park- ing spaces; (3) traffic on site being one -way around building. Southwest Blvd. Upon motion by Councilman Stith, seconded by Councilman Set Back Require- Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Planning staff was ments requested to review the proposed 60 foot set back require - went for the remainder of the Southwest Blvd. property from the Mr. Swiss drive -in to lbmmerce Boulevard to determine if the 60 foot set back should be changed for the remainder of the property due to the property narrowing in depth. Rogers Mayor Rogers declared an interest in the next three plann- Conflict of Interest ing matters on the agenda, File nos. 127, 003 and 129, and the chairing of the meeting was turned over to Vice -Mayor Smith. Mayor Rogers abstained from discussing or voting on these matters. File No. 0127 City Manager Callinan reviewed the application for a use George Andersen permit and a setback variance submitted by Mr. George Warehouse Andersen for a warehouse at the end of Transport Avenue. A lengthy discussion followed regarding set back regulations in industrial area, and suggestions for changing ordinance in regard to the industrial area. Andersen Vice Mayor Smith declared open the public hearing on the Public Hearing use permit application and setback variance submitted by Mr. George Andersen for a warehouse at the end of Transport Avenue. There being no one wishing to be heard and no written pro- tests filed the public hearing was declared closed. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Hopkins and unanimously approved, (with Mayor Rogers ab- staining), the Council made the necessary findings and granted approve." of the use permit and the rear and side yards set -back variances for the warehouse to be constructed at the end of 'Transport Avenue by Mr. George Andersen in accordance with the sketch submitted. May 5; 1969 Page. -6® Mr. George Andersen, who was present, suggested that the Council also review the parking requirements for the indus- trial area, and that the use of the property be taken into consideration, rather than the number of employees, when establishing parking requirements. File 0003 City Manager Callinan reviewed the application for a use Alden Improvement permit submitted by the Alden Improvement Corporation to Corporation expand the apartment building at 7424 Bridgit Drive. Public nearing Vice -Mayor Smith declared open the public hearing on Alden File 0003 Improvements application for a use permit to expand the apartment building located at 7424 Bridgit Drive in accord- ance with sketches submitted. There being no one wishing to be heard and no written pro- tests filed, the public "hearing was declared closed. Upon motion by CouncilmanRoberts, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved, (with Mayor Rogers abstaining), the Council approved the application for a use permit to expand the apartment building at 7424 Bridgit Drive in accordance with sketches submitted, provided it is done within one year. File No. 129 City Manager Callinan reviewed the request for a lot split Pollard & Lindorf of a portion of AP 143°350 -08 and 09, south of E. Cotati Avenue. A U-4^0 A ass % -me%4 ^" P^11^, A w.s�awA,"— r4 eA,+ -4' ..mw 4'nwa e•v_ w Viii/i Kira�;.,.+cawaivu iViiVP/VK iV�GViKiiJ� ii�+av vi "—d vw- tension of El Colegio Avenue. Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Buchanan, and unanimously approved (with Mayor Rogers abstaining), the Council approved the request for a lot split of a portion of Assessor's Parcel Nos. 143 - 350 -08 and 09 in accordance with the plats submitted, with the condition that the right of way for the extension of El Colegio Avenue south from East Cotati Avenue be dedicated to the City. Mayor Chairs The chairing of the meeting was returned to Mayor Rogers. General Plan Housing City Manager Callinan reported briefly on the housing Element element required by July 1, 1969 in all General Plans, and that F.G. Lehman would prepare it for a cost not to exceed $1000 and would have it ready for adoption prior to July 1st. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, oeconded by Councilman Hop.'tc dL ...�3, and nm aimously !--.-: ~moved, the Council authorized theE ti,i,,j Mam. to enga .:, 1,1r. Guillermo Lehman •,';o prepare t u hozu,,ing element for 'ter�City's Coneral Flan Recess Mayor Rogers declared a five minute recess. Public Hearing Mayor Rogers declared open the public hearing on the notices Weed Abatement to destroy weeds. There being no one desiring to be heard the the public hearing was declared closed. Resolution No. RESOLUTION ORDERING CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK 69 -49 TO ABATE NUISANCES EXISTING WITHIN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK. Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 69 -49 was waived, and said resolution was adopted. An unidentified gentleman from the audience addressed the Council and asked if marijuana was considered a weed by the City. The Mayor informed the gentlem n that if the mari- juana was growing wild`'and creating a fire hazard that it would have to be abated. Community & City Manager Callinan advised, that with Council approval Recreation Center " the dedication of the new Community & Recreation Building would be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, 1969. City Manager Callinan advised that James Construction Co., May 5t 1969 Page -7- Reconvene Mayor Rogers reconvened the meeting with all Councilmen present. The time being approximately 8 :30 p.m. Resolution No. RESOLUTION SETTING RATES FOR ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL GOLF 69 -47 COURSE. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution establishing rates for electric golf carts. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -47 was adopted. Resolution No. RESOLUTION APPROVING EXECUTION OF AGREFENT FOR MUTUAL AID 69 -48 WITH DIVISION OF FORESTRY. City Manager Callinan explained that this resolution was to approve the execution of a five year agreement which would replace the same type agreement now in force but due to elapse. Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -48 was adopted. Weed Abatement City Manager Callinan advised that notices to destroy weeds had been forwarded to certain property owners within the City requesting that they destroy weeds growing on their property. The City Manager also advised that several letter, had been received by the City requesting that the City re- move the weeds and bill the property owners for same. Public Hearing Mayor Rogers declared open the public hearing on the notices Weed Abatement to destroy weeds. There being no one desiring to be heard the the public hearing was declared closed. Resolution No. RESOLUTION ORDERING CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK 69 -49 TO ABATE NUISANCES EXISTING WITHIN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK. Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 69 -49 was waived, and said resolution was adopted. An unidentified gentleman from the audience addressed the Council and asked if marijuana was considered a weed by the City. The Mayor informed the gentlem n that if the mari- juana was growing wild`'and creating a fire hazard that it would have to be abated. Community & City Manager Callinan advised, that with Council approval Recreation Center " the dedication of the new Community & Recreation Building would be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, 1969. City Manager Callinan advised that James Construction Co., May 5' 1969 Page -°- Inc. had presented the City with a Notice of Completion to be executed by the City. Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan and unanimously approved, the City Manager was authorized to execute the Notice ot'Completion for the Community &,Recreation Center. The City Manager also presented a',final bill in the amount of $267.07 from Architect Lawrence Simons for work completed on the Community & Recreation Center. Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan and unanimously approved, the bill in the amount of $267.07 from Lawrence Simons was approved for payment. The City Manager also presented for Council approval, copies of the irrigation system plan prepared by Sidney M. Lewin. Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Smith and unanimously approved, the Council referred the irrigation system plans to Superintendent of Public Works Bill Wiggins requesting that Mr. Wiggins work out any necessary details with Mr. Lewin. Golf Course City Manager Callinan presented the Council with copies of a new monthly financial report prepared by the Assistant to.-the City Manager Robert Albright for golf course activi- ties. ..City Manager Callinan requested the Council's comments on a plaque being prepared for the dedication of the golf course.. New Chief of City Manager Callinan advised that Mr. Robert Dennett from Police the South Lake Tahoe Police Department had been appointed to the position of Director of Public Safety at a monthly salary of $925 and would assume duty on June 1. He then gave a brief summary of Mr. Dennett's past experience, and qualifications. Southwest Blvd. City Manager Callinan advised that City Attorney Maxwell had aracaraaR UXU0`JUAS received a negative decision from, the Public Utilt;ies Com- mission in regard to the Southwest Boulevard Grade Crossing. The City'.Manager then read a letter from City Attorney Maxwell in which he listed several alternatives for the City to take in attempting to obtain the grade crossing. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and, unanimously approved, the City Council . antho. - rized the City Attorney to file a petition for rehea�i`ig. City Attorney's Assistant to the City Attorney Cutler advised that there Report were no major changes in the status of the Expressway Interchange right of way lawsuit; the Siri Lawsuit regarding May 5' 1969 Page -9- the Expressway Project; and the by-laws for the non profit corporation for the Cultural Arts Commission. Ordinance No. 122 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 47 (Mobile Homes In- eluded as Dwelling Units) The City Manager explained that the language of Ordinance No. 47 was not clear regarding the "bedroom tax" being applicable to mobile home units, and that City Attorney Maxwell had submitted an amendment to Ordinance No. 47 to clarify the issue. Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved by the following roll call vote, Ordinance No. 122 was introduced: AYES: (5) Councilman Buchanan, Hopkins, Roberts, Smith and Rogers NOES: (0) None ABSTAIN: 0 None Concession Booth Mayor Rogers commended Mr. George Andersen, his son Paul, & Announcer's Stand Ron Rasmussen and Dwayne Strawther for their construction of the concession booth and announcer's stand in Alicia Park. Mayor Rogers made special mention of the time and effort donated by Mr. Andersen. Art Exhibit Mayor Rogers introduced Mr. Up, the artist, responsible for the present art display in the City Council Chambers. Dog Show City Manager Callinan reported that from all verbal reports received the dog show held in Benecia Park on Sunday, May 4, 1969 was a huge success. Those concerned complimented the Public Works and Recreation Departments for their cooperation and special thanks given to Tom West for his cooperation and handling of problems. Chamber Float The City Manager advised the.Council that Dr. Anderson, President of the Chamber of Commerce, had requested time on the agenda to request funds for construction of the float for the Rose Parade. President Anderson, however, was not present to specify the amount requested. Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized payment to the Chamber of the remainder of the funds allocated to the Chamber (approximately $200.00) after pay- ment for repairs to the "Rohnert Park sign ". Dr. Anderson appeared late and stated that the amount required was $140.00. May 59 1969 page -l0® Dog Show The Council directed the City Manager to prepare a letter to to the Redwood Empire Kennel Club inviting them to return Ior their annual dog show next year, jou:rn..ment There being no further business the meeting -was adjourned at 9:00 p.m. da.4 41 n Deputy City Clerk 'a � s ' ' 4>r'^,+° Gz a s. a.., F -, u d �..... b S.ag '� ..a.s "_ vv on <.. .mom moo. _43w .m< .., :..:... : at:, " R; ..X, , i.�''k s '°fir 0% k„ eq,. ._. 4,� `# e,:;A f 8,&e.e t .