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1966/01/17 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 17 January 1966 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session at 8:00 P.M. at`the City Offices, 435 Southwest Blvd., Rohnert Park with Mayor Rogers presiding. This regular meeting was preceded by an executive session which commenced at 7:30 P.M. but at which no formal action was taken. Call to Order Mayor Rogers called the regular meeting to order and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Present: (5) Mayor Rogers, C'ouncilmen Buchanan, Pezonella, C. Smith and V, Smith Absent: (0) Also present: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Maxwell, Bond Counsel Assaf and George Powell from the Sonoma County Planning Staff. Council Statement Mayor Rogers stated that the Council had prepared._.._. Re. High School a statement regarding their position in the High School site controversy. The statement was read by Councilman V. Smith and by reference is hereby made apart of these minutes. Approval of Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Minutes Councilman.,Pezonella and unanimously carried, the minutes of January 3, 1966 were approved as sub- mitted. Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella, seconded by Councilman V. Smith and unanimously carried, the minutes of the executive and adjourned sessions of January 10, 1966 were approved as submitted. Bills for Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Approval Councilman V. Smith and unanimously carried, the bills, per attached list, were approved for pay- ment. Communications Communications, per the attached outline, were brought to the attention of the Council. No action was taken on any of the communications except as specifically noted in these minutes. Fire Department City Manager Callinan read a letter from Mr. Robert Ryan resigning from the Volunteer Fire Department. Mr. Callinan noted that Mr. Ryan was the first Rohnert Park Fire Chief. The Council requested Mayor Rogers to write a letter to Mr. Ryan ex- pressing the Council's appreciation for his Page 17, January 1966 service to the department, Brotherhood Week Mayor.Rogersl was ,authorized to issue a proclama- tion for National Brotherhood-Week. Public Hearing Mayor Roger;' declared the publi.c..hearing open on Annexation 3.7A, High School site on Snyder Lane. Mr. James Cronin, Alma Avenue, appeared and asked active Council if active i -ip -gotiations were now.going on with the Petaluma High School.District. Mayor Rogers referred Mr. Cronin to the statement read by Councilman V. Smith which invited the School Board to attend the next Council meeting in hopes ^-P reso-1—Jr- -'1-1 AJ-P-r—en— concerning the high U� � �,J_Lv�"b C),�_ —1-- - - school site. There being no further comments, the public hearing on Arro.exation 3::•A was continued until the next regular. meeting.. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS Geo. Westbrook Use Permit Application for Home Occupation for Typewriter Ra Alma Avenue. "Lr l Mr. Powell stated, that home.occupations must comply with the regulations contained in Section 13-100 of the City zonin,_' ordinance . He suggested that the City Council consider us.inga zoning permit to process home occupation requests rather than using the use permit process. Regarding Mr. Westbr ' ook's application, Mr. Powell added that he considered the use,of an air com- pressor a deferent to granting the request as there should not be any equipment used in a home- occupation not normally found in a home. Mr. Westbrook, -the applicant, appeared and stated.. that the compressor he uses is commonly found in home word- shops; that parking will present no problem as he will pick-up and deliver the machines serviced; and that all combustible liquids- :will roe kept in aerosol spray cans. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Co Smith and unanimously approved a permit was issued to Mr. Westbrook subject to,the following condiLl tions: 1. That the applicant shall agree in writing to all conditions contained in Sections 13 -101 through 13-111 of the City Zoning; Ordinance. Page -3- 17, January 1966 2. That the use permit shall be subject to revo- cation if complaints are received from any nearby residents-concerning the operation of an air compressor or any other noise or in- convenience caused by the operation of the re- pair shop in the garage. 3. The use permit shall be subject to the approval of the Fire-Chief regarding any possible fine hazards. 4. That the use permit shall be subject to revo- cation should any condition of the use permit be violated and the permit is subject to the Council's review at the end of one year. Subdivision 9 -A Consideration of Tentative Map This.matter was deferred to the next regular Council meeting. 342 Alison Ave. Use of 342 Alison Avenue as duplex in violation of zoning regulations - City Manager Callinan advised the Council. of the problems experienced with this structure in addi- tion to the zoning regulation violations. Mr. Powell of the County Staff stated that as far as he knew there has never been a permit granted for this use by the County. Upon.;motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan and unanimously carried, City Attorney Maxwell was directed to investigate this matter and try to resolve the problem. Planning of Valley City Manager Callinan posted the colored proposed View Land Area planning layout for the area east of the railroad .and west of the College. A brief general discussion was held regarding the proposed layout of the roads in the area and the comments received from Sonoma State College.. No action was taken. Wilfred Grade General discussion was held regarding the width Crossing of the Wilfred Grade Crossing. Participating in the discussion, in addition to the Council, were Mr. Callinan, Mr. Powell, Mr. Hudis, Mr. Maxwell, and, Mr. -G4 i -se Mr. Powell and Mr. Hudis recom- mended an 80.foot or 86 foot right -of -way for Lakeview Boulevard. Mr. Golis indicated that he did not think this wide a right -of -way was neces- sary on the west side of the railroad. Page -4- 17, January 1966 Tho;Council authorized the staff to send to the Northwestern Pacific Railroad the legal description .:pxepared by Mr. Hudis for the 86 foot right -of -way over.the railroad so that the railroad can prepare plans for the installation of the protective de- vioes.- The width of the required right -of -way to the west of the railroad will be studied further. Ordinance No. 64 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY FOR THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK. Ordinance No. 65 Resolution No.296 Upon motion by Councilman C..Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance No. 64 was waived. Upon motion by Councilman C. Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan,::Ordinance No. .6.4 was,. adoptad 5y the _16116wirig roll call vote; AYESo (5) Councilmen Buchanan, Pezonella, C. Smith, V. Smith, Mayor Rogers NOES; (0) DSFr AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR REGULATIONS AND CON - .TROLS OVER THE KEEPING AND USE OF ANIMALS AND FOWL, AND PROVIDING FOR THE IMPOUNDMENT OF CERTAIN ANIMALS AND FOWL.TO BE A NUISANCE AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Counci,lman..Pezonella and unanimously approved, reading-of Ordinance No. 65 was waived. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Pezonella, Ordinance No. 65 was adopted by the following roll call vote AYES: (5) Councilmen Buchanan, Pezonella, C. Smith, V. Smith, Mayor Rogers. NOES: (0) ABSENT: (0) ADOPTING AND :SUBMITTING A BUDGET FOR EXPENDITURE OF STATE ALLOCATED ( ENGINEERING) FUNDS. Upon motion by Councilman C. Smith, seconded by Councilman. Buchanan and unanimously approved, said Resolution was adopted, Imp..rov.ement Extension o,f Commerce Boulevard Project 1965 -3 Ageneral discussion was held regarding Project 1965 -3; Commerce Boulevard improvements. Mr. Hudis advised.the;:Council that the plans and specifications for the bridge and road are com- plete and ready to go to bid. Mr. Callinan ad- vised the Council that the State Division of . . Page -5- 179 January 1966 Highways has approved the use of Gas Tax Funds for this project o Mr. Assaf dscussed' the legal proceedings to be used. Resolution No: 297 A RBSO-LUTION OF INTENTION TO ACQUIRE AND CONSTRUCT IMPROVEMENTS, Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella, seconded by Councilman C� Smith 2-and uranimously carried, read- ing of Resolution No. '7 was waived. Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella,..seconded by Councilman Buchanan and unanimously carried, Resolution No. X97 was adopted. The engineer presented his report pursuant to the Municipal Improvement Act of 19,13 and said Resolu- tion of Intention No. 297, which report consisted of plans, specifications, maps and descriptions, estimate of costa diaram and assessment. After consideration and discussion by the Council, the repot was order. filed. Resolution No. 298: A RESOLUTION OF PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF ENGINEER'S REPORT. - Upan.motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously carried, reading of said resolution was waived. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously carried, said..resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 299 A RE;S'OLUTION ESTABLISHING PREVAILING WAGE SCALE. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan and unanimously carried, reading of said resolution was waived. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith seconded by Councilman C. Smith and unanimously carried, said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 300 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS IN RELATION TO PROPOSED ACQUISITI.ONS_A,ND;. IMPROVEMENTS, AND DIRECTING NOTICE. Upon motion by Councilman C. Smith, seconded by Councilman Vo Smith and unanimously carried, .reading of said resolution was waived. Upon motion by Councilman C. Smith, seconded by Councilman V. Smith and unanimously carried, said resolution was adopted. Page -6- 17, January 1966 Resolution :.No. -301 A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS (BRIDGE AT COPELAND CREEK). Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman C. Smith and unanimously carried, reading of said resolution was waived. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman V. smith and unanimously carried, said resolution was adopted. Resolution,.No.. 302 A:RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS (STREET IMPROVEMENTS) . Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella, seconded by Councilman V. Smith and unanimously carried, reading was waived. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously carried, said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 303 A RESOLUTION DESCRIBING PROPOSED BOUNDARIES OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT, DIRECTING FILING OF MAP AND DIRECTING RECORDATION OF NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously carried, reading was waived. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously carried, said resolution was adopted. Resolution No, 304 A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR BIDS ON SALE-OF IMPROVE- MENT BONDS. Upon motion. by Councilman C. Smith, seconded by Councilman'V. Smith and unanimously carried, read- ing was waived. Upon:m.otion by Councilman C'. Smith, seconded by Councilman V. :Smith and unanimously carried, said resolution was adopted. Wilfred Gradej, A. general discussion was held regarding the for - Assessment ination of an Assessment District for the Wilfred District Grade Crossing and improvement of Lakeview Boulevard. Participating in the discussion, in addition to the City Council, were City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Maxwell, Bond Counsel Assaf, Mr. Golis, Mr. Hudis, and Mr. Spivock. Page -7- 1 17, January 1966 Mr. Assaf stated that--.unless 60% of the property owners petition for the assessment district, the proceedings would.fail. Mr: Spivock stated that unless the assessment district included sewer and water it would be useless to his land. Mr. Assaf suggested that Consulting Engineer, Mr. Hudis, draw up what he -as engineer..felt would be a fair assessment district. and-proceed from there. Subdivisions 13 -B.. City Manager Callinan advised the Council that Mr. and 17 -13. Acceptance Wiggins had inspected.the.improvements installed of Improvements in Subdivisions 13 -B and 17 -B and found them acceptable but.he.was concerned about the drain- age on.the east side of the subdivisions along the railroad. Other��rise he recommended that the Council aceept the �nprovexents. i n Subdivisions 13 and 17: -BQ City Aa.nager Calline, suggested that all but $2,000.00 of each bond.held for the subdivisions be released. The $2,000.00 security retained would,bP used !,o guarantee the correction of .the. drainage problem. Mr. Norman Spivock, the subdivider, was present and expressed no objection to this proposal. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman V. Smith and unanimously carried, the 0 imp,r:owements in Subdivisions 13 -B and 17 -B were accepted with the understanding that the certain drainage problem described by staff will be correct-ed by the subdivide r. and that the bond on each of:the :se subdivisions are released except for' $2,000.00 on each bond which will be retained to guarantee the correction of- the drainage problem. CITY MANA•ERIS. RJIPQRT 'Insurance A general discusion was held regarding the City's insurance coverage. Participating in the.dis,c.u..s Sion in addition to the Council, were City. Manager Callin.an, City Attorney Maxwell, Mr. Thomas Feeney,, Mr..-Howard Day,. and Mr. Hamann of 464 Bonnie Avenue. The Council stated that they felt that the best liability coverage policy for the city was a non- auditable policy. The Council reviewed the letter dated January 17, 1966 from Thomas Feeney in which he outlined his recommendations. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously carried, City Managcr.Callinan's recommendation that the Council''re- affirm.Mr„ Feeney as the City's agent of record and direct him to place all City U.S.C. Workshop 17, January 1966 liability, auto, fire, extended coverage, etc. insurance in one master three year policy with Pacific Indemnity, was approved. A discussion was held concerning whether or riot the City should take out the broadform coverage offerred by Pacific Indemnity and also whether or not personal liability insurance should be obtained for the City Council, staff and City employees. Mr. Feeney was requested to study these matters and submit a recommendation and estimated costs. Councilman C. Smith stated that Mr. Day should re- ceive a vote of confidence from the Council for the time and effort that he expended in analyzing the City's insurance coverage. The Council ex- pressed agreement with Councilman C. Smith and thanked Mr. Day. City Manager Callinan requested permission to attend a University of Southern California work- shop conference for City Manager's on January 27 -28, 1966. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan and unanimously carried, City Manager Callinan was authorized to attend the U.S. C. workshop and to receive a $50.00 expense advance. Southwest Boulevard City Manager Callinan discussed the accumulation water of water in the future right -of -way for Southwest Boulevard, east of Burton Avenue, which is pre - senting a danger to the children in the area. The Council requested that City .Attorney Maxwell. discuss the matter with Mr. Spivock.._and-- Young - America Homes in an effort to correct the problems. Recreation City.Manager Callinan recommened Council endorse - Commission ment of the following Recreation Commission action: 1. Allowing the'use of Benecia Pool by the Sting Ray's during February and March for training purposes. 2. Granting the Sting Ray's the use of Benecia pool for a swim meet May 28 -29. 3. Granting a free swimming pool membership to the Sting Ray's to be used as a raffle prize. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously approved, endorsement was given to the above listed action of the Recreation Commission. Budget Compari- son Report. Engineering Cost Subdivision 12 -8 Drainage Page -9- 17, January 1966 City Manager Callinan submitted the December 31, 1965 Expense- and•Budget Compairson report to the Council. _ _ City Manager Callinani-presented to the Council a letter from Coral Homes. transmitting a bill in txie` amount of $585.00 from Milt Hudis for engineer- ing work done on the drainage culvert from Sub- division 12 -B to Copeland Creek. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by C.ouncilman..V. Smith and unanimously carried, the City Council expressed approval of the bill and requested City Manager Callinan return it to Coral Homes with a request that they pay in ac- cordance with the agreement between Coral Homes and the City. Burton Court City Manager Callinan discussed the situation existing on Burton Court by one family using the street and their property apparently to repair and store automobiles and parts in violation of the City zoning ordinance and generally giving- the area a rundown appearance. He reminded the Council that written complaints have been made by several residents of the neighborhood. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously carried, the Council directed the City Attorney and City staff to assure that the property use conforms to all City regulations and to take any necessary mea- sures to see that this is done. Resolution No. 305 A RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR THE REGULAR CITY OF ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE 12th DAY OF APRIL 1966, APPOINTING ELECTION OFFICERS AND ESTABLISHING ELECTION PRECINCTS AND POLLING PLACES was read by City Attorney Maxwell. Upon motion by Councilman C. Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan and unanimously carried, reading of said resolution was waived. Upon motion by Councilman C. Smith, seconded by Councilman Buchanan and unanimously carried, said resolution was adopted. Resolution No. 306 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REQUESTING CALIFORNIA STATE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION TO PERMIT CITY OFFICERS TO EXAMINE RECORDS. Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously carried, reading of said resolution was waived and said resolution was adopted. -10- 17, January 1966 Wilfred Grade. . Councilman C.. -Smith commented on his feelings Crossing regarding the Wilfred..Grade Crossing since it originally began and what he felt was Mr. Golis' committment to it, Adjournment There being no Further business the meeting. adjourned at 10 :05 P.M. /r .. "it y 71erk APPROVED