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1967/12/18 City Council Minutes0) .0 A a VII December 18, 1967 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 7:05 p.m. in the City Offices, 435 Southwest Blvd, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Pezonella pre- siding. The regular session was preceded by an executive session which commenced at 6 :45 p.m., and at which possible appointments to the Cultural Arts Commission were discussed, Call to Order Mayor Pezonella called the meeting to order and led the pledge of allegiance. Present: (3) Councilmen Roberts, Rogers and Mayor Pezonella Absent: (1) Councilman V. Smith Late (1) Councilman C. Smith, his time of arrival is specifically noted. Staff Present: City Manager Callinan and George Tomilson, Sonoma County Ply Staff. City Attorney Maxwell arrived later in the meeting, the time being specifically noted. Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, the minutes of December 4, 1967 were approved as submitted. Bills for Approval Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Rogers, and unanimously approved, the bills presented were approved for payment. Fire Truck Payment Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Rogers, and unanimouoly approved, the payment due on December 319 1967 to the Bang of America, in the amount of $4,885-81 on the Fire T:riuck No. 144 was approved. Communications Communications were brought to the attention'of the Council. No action was taken on any communications except as speci- fically noted in these minutes. Arrival of City Mr. S&-,xwell arrived at this point in the meeting the time Attorney Maxwell being approximately 7:10 P.M. Eel Rifer Route Upon the suggestion of Mayor Pezonella, Councilman Rogers Selection will study and report to the Council at the January 2nd meeting on his findings regarding the route selection for the Eel River diversion. Cultural Arts During the Executive Session of the City Council the Commission following names were selected for appointment to the Cultural Arts Commission: Dr. John S. Bullen Mrs. Helen Loebsack Page -»2- Der. William 0. Cord Nrs. Maxie Anderson Mrs. Nancy Thiesfeld Mrs. Reba Roberts Mrs. Eleanor Peterson December 18, 1967 Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Rogers and approved unanimously, the above listed (7) seven persons were appointed to the Cultural Arts Commission, Counoilman V. Smith City Manager Callinan, on behalf of Councilman V. Smith Vacation asked the Council to excuse him from City Council duties until his return from vacation. Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Rogers, and unanimously approved, Councilman V. Smith was excused from duty. Report on ABAG Meeting Councilman Roberts reported on public hearings scheduled on ABAG's Preliminary Regional Plan Report. A lengthy dis- oussion followed concerning the effects of ABAG Regional Planning, a hearing by the State Legislature Joint Committee on Bay Area Regional Organization, and also representation at the public hearings. The Council felt that those Council- men willing and able to do so should attend. 1,rdinanee No. •• AN ORDINANGs op THE OF R1.1 u}RT IMPOSING 1• METARY STAMP TAX ON THE SAM OF REAL PROPERTY City Attorney Maxwell reviewed the Ordinance. Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Rogers, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance No. 90 was waived and said ordinance was adopted. File 0020 - State- City Manager Callinan reviewed Mr. Toaves' request dis- wood_Apartments ouseed at the December 4th Council meeting to enclose two existing carports and advised that Mr. Toaves is now re-- questing Council approval to extend the existing carport two spaoes, and to enclose same for storage purposes. Mr. Toaves, the applicant, was present. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Mr. Toavest request to extend the existing carports structure at 791 Fast Cotati Avenue was approved with the understanding that the follow- ing would be completed as soon as possible: 1 - Acquire 13 to 15 feet of additional area on east side of lot. 2 - Pave driveway and parking area with asphalt Con- Crete (weather permitting) 3 - Construct 6 foot redwood fence along north edge of lot. 4 - Mall outdoor patio area at north side of build - ing. Page -3- December 18, 1967 File NO. 0087 - City Manager Callinan reviewed Mr. George Andersen's re- Variance on Andersen quest for a variance to construct a duplex at 55 Arlen Duplex Drive with 5 foot side yards. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, Council approved the application for variance with the following conditions: 1 _ The structure be moved back on the lot in order to construct 2 horizontal parking spaces. 2 - A landscaping plan be submitted for review by planning staff. Wesley Vail -- County Mr. George Tomilson introduced Mr. Wes Vail to the Council, Planning Staff informing them that Mr. Vail would be replacing him as the County Adviser to the Rohnert Park area. 1 The Council expressed their appreciation of Mr. Tomilson's assistance in the past. Project 1966 -2 Project Engineer Hudis gave a verbal report on the progress Expressway of the Expressway Grade Crossing. Resolution 67 -88 A RESOLUTION APPROVING EXPRESSWAY WESTWARD FROM FUTURE U.S. 101 - ROIRMT PARK EXPRESSWAY I1T'MOHANGE. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 67 -88 was adopted by title. Project 1968 - 1 Project Engineer Hudis gave a verbal report regarding the Coddingland area acquisition of easements and rights of way for roadways and utilities. A discussion was held. between Council and Mr. Hugh Codding regarding the name of the frontage road on the west side of the freeway. Recreation Director A lengthy discussion was held by Council regarding the hiring of a full time Recreation Director. Mr. Callinan reported that the Recreation Commission feels that a Director is needed to bring together varied and loosely organized recreation programs and to work with the Recrea- tion Commission on a recreation plan for the community. Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, staff was directed to go ahead with the procedure toward hiring a Recreation Dir- ector. Arrival of Councilman Councilman C. Smith arrived at this point in the meeting, C. Smith the time being approximately 7 :55 p.m. April 1968 election City Manager Callinan reviewed recommendations by the Recreation Building Recreation Commission to put two general obligation bond Bond Issue issues on the April 1968 election ballot. A discussion followed. Page -4- December 18, 1967 Upon motion by Councilman Rogere, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Council indicated that they were generally in favor of the Recreation Commission's suggestion of placing a $150,000 Recreation Building Bond Issue on the April 1968 ballot. April 1968 election Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Parks development Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Council went on Bond Issue record in favor of the Recreation Commission's recommenda- tion of placing a $1009000 Parks Development Bond Issue on the April 1968 ballot. 1968 Proposition City Manager Callinan reviewed the proposition on the 1966 City Treasurer election to make the City Treasurer's position appointive. After discussion,, Council deferred until the January 2nd Council meeting, a decision as to whether or not to put the proposition on the April 1968 election ballot. Annexation #5 After a lengthy discussion between City Manager Callinan and Council, concerning the placing of this annexation mea- sure on the April 1968 ballot, the staff was directed to work towaxd a later election date and to work with resident,_ of the area on the annexation proposal. Resolution 67-87 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROUM PARK REQUESTING RENEWAL FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YM OF AGEMME T WITH THE COUNTY OF SONOMA.FOR THE PROCESSING OF NMCIPAL ELECTIONS. City Attorney Maxwell reviewed the resolution. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman C. Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution 67 -87 was waived and said Resolution was adopted. Spri.ng'Spruce Up Mrs. Jane Faust appeared to bring the Council up to date on Campaign the January 1 through April 30 Spring Spruce Up Campaign being sponsored by the Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman. Roberts, wad unanimously approved, the Council commended Mrs. Faust and the Chamber of Commerce for undertaking this project and gave their endorsement of the project. City Manager's Report Wilfred Grade Unon motion by Councilman C. Smith, seconded by Councilman Crossing "nuberts, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to continue negotiations with Arthur B. Siri Co. regarding completion of the Wilfred road and grade crossing on the entry road to the golf course. Golf Course City Manager Callinan gave a verbal progress report on the golf course and mentioned problems with Regent Investment Corporation concerning funds available for improvements. Mr. Callinan reported that he was advised by the irriga- tion contractor that construction should begin at the end of December. Pa,ge -5- December 189 1967 Sewer Plant Mr. Callinan advised Council that correspondence had been Expansion received from Mr. Fred Rohnert advising that he and his sister would sign the petition for the foxmtion of an assessment district in the Golf Lake Estates area to raise, funds for the sewer plant's expansion in accordance with the other agreements concerning the development of the area which were previously reviewed with the Council. Annexation #6 Mr, Callinan advised since the Local Agency Formation Com- Area South of E. mission had approved Annexation No. 6 to Rohnert Park, that Cotati Avenue the City Attorney was preparing a petition for the property owners to sign formally requesting annexation. School Site Land The City Manager advised that School District Superinten soaping & maintenance dent Duncan Coleman was preparing a joint maintenance pro- gram for the parks and schools, and it would be presented to Council at a later date after it has been discussed with the school board. Meeting with Sonoma Mr. Callinan advised that a meeting with Sonoma State State College College officials had been scheduled for December 19th at 700 p.m. in the President's Conference Room at Sonoma State College, after which the Council was invited to attend a college basketball game. Small Claims Court City Manager Callinan requested Council's endorsement of his intention to use Small Claims Court to try and collect delinquent water bills. City Attorney Maxwell supported the request. Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, City Manager Callinan was authorized to use the Small Claims Court procedure to try and collect old utility account balances. Taxes on Entrance After a detailed report from the City Manager in which he that project funds were available for such payment, Road Right of Way stated it was moved by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Rogers, and unanimously approved that the City pay the de- linquent taxes on A.P. Nos. 143- 084 -02 and 03 and 143 -060- 01 and 143- 101-011 which were acquired by the City for road right of ways. Neighborhood Mr. Callinan briefly discussed the Neighborhood Youth Corps Youth Program Corps Program and commending Miss Beth Bowman on her work for the past year, and recommending an increase in salary of 150 per hour by the City paying same. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, Council authorized a City pay rate of 150 Per hour for Miss Bowman over and a- bove the wages she receives from the Neig%borhood Youth Corps. program. December 18, 1967 City's Annual City Manager Callinan gave a verbal report on cost esti- Calendar mates for an Annual Activity Calendar for the City of Rohnert Park. Aftbr a brief discussion it was moved by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved that staff continue research on the Annual Calendar with the understanding that the cost of same must be within the budget. Sewage Plants City Attorney Maxwell initiated a discussion regarding the alternates available to Rohnert Park for sewage treatment. It was mentioned that the City of Santa Rosa may make a proposal for the treatment of Rohnert Park's sewage. Sewer Agreement City Attorney Maxwell advised Couaicil that the draft of with Cotati the sewer agreement between the cities of Cotati and Rohn- ert Park would be sent to both Councils within a few days. Hardin Lawsuit City Attorney Maxwell gave a verbal report on the Hardin Lawsuit. Copeland Creek City Attorney advised that he was awaiting on the County Improvement Project legal staff to comment on the documents necessary to im- plement this project. Settling of Commerce City Attorney Maxwell advised that he had sent a demand on Boulevard the bonding company for McGuire and Rester requesting that the settling of Commerce Blvd. at the Copeland Creek bridge be corrected to the complete satisfaction of the City, and to date no reply had been received. Sales Tax Ordinance Mr. Maxwell advised that Rohnert Park will need an amend- ment to the Sales Tax Ordinance to incorporate the new rates agreed to between the County and cities of the County. Correction of Minutes City Attorney Maxwell requested a correction in the minutes 12 -4-.67 of December 4, 1967 to read as follows: (Page 3 - File 0082LS) "The City Attorney advised it was his opinion that the existence of a present use similar to the proposed use in the planned development district was a proper factor for the council to consider in considering the application 'for a use permit." Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved the above correction was made to the December 4th minutes. Adjournment There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at approximately 8 :45 p.m. iii Y RV 4 iJi/ O A ' Deputy City Clerk ATE: 1 - Mayor Pezonella�� ° City Clerk