1968/06/17 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITE' COUNCIL MINUTES
June 17, 1968
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in
regular session commencing at 7:05 p.m. in the City Council
chambers, 435 Southwest Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor
Roberts presiding.
Call to Order Mayor Roberts called the meeting to order at approximately
7:05 P.M.
Roll Call Present: Councilmen Hopkins, Rogers, Smith & Roberts
Late: Councilman Buchanan
Staff Present: City Manager Callinan, Bond Counsel Philip
Assaf, Act#g City Attorney Wm. Cutler,
County Planner Wes Vail.
Approval of Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Minutes Hopkins, and unanimously approved the minutes of June 3,
1968 were approved as submitted.
Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Rogers, and unanimously approved, the bills presented, and
a bill in the amount of $170 from Donald Hurst for painting
of the Public Safety Building and the Benecia Pool building,
were approved for payment.
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.
Greyhound Bus Stop City Manager Callinan read a letter received from the Grey-
hound Bus Lines advising that they had agreed to provide ser-
vice on Commerce Boulevard.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Rogers, and unanimously approved,the City Manager was auth-
orized to have the necessary sidewalks, shelters and bus
stop signs constructed on Commerce Boulevard at Arlen Drive.
Library Trustees A letter regarding a proposed library merger agreement was
discussed. The matter was referred to Mayor Roberts who
volunteered to be Rohnert Park's representative to the Board
of Library Trustees.
Meeting with Cotati Mayor Roberts gave a verbal report on the annual meeting
School Board of the Rohnert Park City Council and the Cotati Elementary
School District Board to discuss school sites and other
matters of mutual interest.
File #0099 Mr. Duncan Coleman, Superintendent of Cotati Elementary
School District,was present and also gave a report on the
above meeting and the findings of the School Board on future
school requirements for Neighborhood B.
Mr. Paul Golis, Rohnert Park resident, voiced his disappro-
val of an additional elementary school site in Neighborhood
B.
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Upon motion by Count an Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and approved by the following roll call
vote, the proposed new additional elementary school site
in Neighborhood "B" as discussed with the Council and the
School Board was approved with the understanding that a pro-
gram will be worked out for the joint use and development
of unused open space.
AYES: Councilmen Buchanan, Roberts, Rogers & Smith
NOES: Councilman Hopkins
Sting Rays Booths The City Manager advised that the Sting Rays had requested
and the Recreation Commission recommended that the Sting Rays
have exclusive rights to all concession booths at tie Sting
Ray swim meets. Mrs. Soto and Mrs. Keller representatives
of the Sting Rays were present and expressed their feelings
regarding the matter. Mr. Jim Cronin, a resident, was pre-
sent and participated in the discussion.
A lengthy discussion followed upon the conclusion of which
Mayor Roberts appointed Councilmen Buchanan and Hopkins
to work with the Recreation Commission, Recreation Director,
and the Sting Rays and present the Council with a mutually
agreed upon suggestion for Council action.
El Colegio Gardens City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo dated June 14, 1968
Water Service to the Council_ concerning water charges for service from the
East Cotati Avenue water main.
Mr. R. H. Pollard appeared before the Council and requested
that the City not bill him for the same amount the County
is charging the City for providing water service to his
apartment complex on East Cotati Avenue since the actual
water consumption is far less than the minimum billed by the
county.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Rogers, and unanimously approved, the Council denied Mr.
Pollard's request for a reduction in the charges being billed
to his company for water service to his apartment complex
south of East Cotati Avenue.
American Lutheran Rev. Holm of the new Cross & Crown Lutheran Church appear -
Church ed before the Council, to introduce himself and advise the
Council of the progress of construction on the church.
File No. 0098 City Manager Callinan reviewed Mr. & Mrs. Faust's applica-
W. H. Faust tion for a variance to construct an 8' windbreak at 7432
Burton Avenue.
County Planner Wes Vail gave a verbal report on his findings,
and recommended approval of the request.
Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Council made the
necessary findings and Mr. & Mrs. Faust's application for
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a variance for an 8' fence was approved.
General Plan City Manager Callinan advised that Planner F. G. Lehman was
working on the addendum to the General Plan which should
be completed by the next regular Council meeting.
Sale of Fireworks City Manager Callinan advised that he had been contacted by
Mrs. Anne Rasmussen requesting that the Faith United Presby-
terian Church be granted permission to sell fire works in
Sissa's parking lot.
Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the Faith United Presby-
terian Church application for a use permit to sell fire works
in thn:Sissalls parking lot was approved subject to the fol-
lowing conditions: (1) permission to sell fire works is ob-
tained from the property owner, (2) Location of booth does
not interfere with traffic (3) adequate provisions are made
for clean up of area (4) necessary clearances and permits
are received from State Fire Marshall and the City Fire
Chief.
Development along City Manager Callinan read a letter dated June 4, 1968 from
Southwest Blvd. Rohnert Park Realty requesting Council's feelings concern-
ing a use permit for a combination convenience market and a
7 -11 store on a plot just west of the site for which a con-
venience market was requested and denied.
Mr. Paul Golis of Rohnert Park Realty & author of the letter
appeared and requested that the letter be withdrawn at this
time.
Neighborhood A discussion was held concerning as to what a neighborhood
Shopping Center shopping center should comprise. Councilman Smith suggested
that the planning staff and City Manager Callinan prepare
for Council consideration a criteria for a neighborhood
shopping center including what is a good mix of uses in re-
lation to the acreage involved and the population to be
served.
Annexation No. 6 City Manager Callinan advised that there was no change in
the status of Annexation No. 6.
Ordinance No. 97 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARS' APPROVING 'THE
ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY ROHNERT PARK
ANNEXATION N0.6.
After a brief discussion adoption of Ordinance No. 97 was
deferred pending execution of an annexation agreement.
Ordinance No- 1 -04 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 53 BY CHANGING THE
AMOUNT OF THE TAX II``POSED UPON THE PRIVILEGE OF OCCUPANCY
OF ANY HOTEL.
City Manager Callinan summarized the Ordinance.
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Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance
No. 104 was waived, and said ordinance was introduced.
Project 1967 -5 Project Engineer Hudis and City Manager Call.inan explained
Sewer & Water the project.
Resolution No. 68 -56 A RESOLUTION DETERMINING TO UNDERTAKE PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT
TO SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND ASSESSMENT BOND ACTS FOR THE
ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS WITHOUT PROCEEDINGS UNDER DIVA
ISION 4 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE SEWER AND WATER
PROJECT NO. 1967 -5.
Mr. Philip Assaf,,Bond Counsel, was present and reviewed the
resolution for the Council.
Councilman Rogers declared his interest in adjoining property
which created a conflict of interest and disqualified himself
from the discussion and voting on all matters concerning
Project 1967 -5.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved with Councilman Rogers
abstaining, the reading of Resolution 68 -56 was waived and
said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 68 -57 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ENGINEER AND ATTORNEYS - SEWER AND
WATER PROJECT NO. 1967 -5.
Bond Counsel Assaf reviewed the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved with Councilman Rogers
abstaining, the reading of Resolution 68 -57 was waived and
said resolution was adopted.
Resolution 68 -58 A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ACQUIRE IMPROVEMENTS SEWER AND
Project 1967 -5 WATER PROJECT NO. 1967 -5.
Bond Counsel Assaf reviewed the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved with Councilman Rogers ab-
staining, the reading of Resolution No. 68 -58 was waived
and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No. 68 -59 A RESOLUTION OF PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF ENGINEER'S REPORT
Project 1967 -5 SEWER AND WAT'1P PROJECT NO. 1967 -5.
Bond Counsel Assaf reviewed thexesolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved with Councilman Rogers
abstaining, the reading of Resolution No. 68 -59 was waived
and said resolution was adopted.
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Resolution No. 68 -60 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING TIME AND PLACE OF HEARING PROTESTS
Project No. 1967 -5 IN RELATION TO PROPOSED ACQUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS, AND
DIRECTING NOTICE - SEWER AND WATER PROJECT,.ATO. 1967 -5.
Bond Counsel Assaf reviewed the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved with Councilman Rogers ab-
staining, the reading of Resolution No. 68 -60 was waived
and said resolution was adopted.
Resolution No. 68 -61 A RESOLUTION DESCRIBING PROPOSED BOUNDARIES OF ASSESSMENT
Project No. 1967-5 DISTRICT, DIRECTING FILING OF MAP AND DIRECTING RECORDATION
OF NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT - SEWER AND WATER PROJECT NO. 1967 -5•
Bond Counsel Assaf reviewed the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
No. 68 -63 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Sewer Revenue Bonds City Manager Callinan reviewed the proceedings to date re-
of 1968 garding the sewer revenue bonds, and summarized a proposed
Bond Counsel Assaf reviewed the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
IIopkins, and unanimously approved with Councilman Rogers
abstaining, the reading of Resolution No. 68 -61 was waived
and said resolution was adopted.
Project No. 1968 -1
City Consulting Engineer Hudis gave a verbal progress report
Area west of Free-
on Project No. 1968 -11 the area west of the U. S. 101 Free-
way
way,
Project No. 1967 -4
Project Engineer Hudis and City Manager Callinan explained
(E. Cotati Water
the project.
main)
Resolution No. 68 -62
A RESOLUTION DETERMINING TO UNDERTAKE PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT
Project No. 1967 -4
TO SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND ASSESSMENT BOND ACTS FOR THE AC-
QUISITION OF IMPROVEMENTS WITHOUT PROCEEDINGS UNDER DIVISION
4 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE - SEWER AND WATER
PROJECT NO. 1967 -4
Bond Counsel Philip Assaf summarized the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolu-
tion No. 68 -62 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Project No.1968-3
City Consulting Engineer Hudis brought the Council up to
date on the progress of the Copeland Creek Improvement Pro-
ject.
Resolution No. 68 -63
A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 68 -48, ENTITLED f°A
Project 1968 -3
RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ACQUIRE AND CONSTRUCT IMPROVE -
MENTS" COPELAND CREEK IMPROVII'i.ENT.'PROJECT NO. 1968 -3.
Bond Counsel Assaf reviewed the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
No. 68 -63 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Sewer Revenue Bonds City Manager Callinan reviewed the proceedings to date re-
of 1968 garding the sewer revenue bonds, and summarized a proposed
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agreement between the City of Rohnert Park and Wilson, Jones,
Morton & Lynch.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Rogers, and unanimously approved, the Mayor was authorized
to sign the agreement between the City of Rohnert Park and
the firm of Wilson, Jones, Morton & Lynch for services be-
ing provided by that firm in connection with the Sewer
Revenue Bonds of 1968.
Ordinance No. 105 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 103 ENTITLED "AN ORDIrt
NANCE PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF SEWER REVENUE BONDS,
FIXING THE FORM OF BONDS AND PROVIDING COVENANTS FOR THEIR
PROTECTION.
City Manager Callinan reviewed the ordinance.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Rogers, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance
No. 105 was waived and said ordinance was adopted.
Bids on Sewer Revenue City Manager Callinan reviewed the procedures on calling for
Bonds bids for the Sewer Revenue Bonds of 1968, Bond Numbers 116
to 120 inclusive.
Mayor Roberts made a last call for bids on the Sewer Revenue
Bonds of 1968. No additional bids were presented.
City Manager Callinan then opened and read the only bid re-
ceived which was from the firm of Wilson, Jones, Morton &
Lynch.
Resolution No. 68 -64 A RESOLUTION AWA101DING SALE OF BONDS (Bonds Numbered 116 to
120 inclusive).
City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution
No. 68-64 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Sewer Plant Lands City Manager Callinan gave an up to date report on the pro-
gress of acquiring the sewer plant lands, and brought to
the attention of the Council a letter dated June 14, 1968
received from Mr. Munroe Spivock copies of which had been
given to the Council prior to the meeting.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the City Manager was dir-
ected to send a letter to Mr. Paul Golis referring to Mr.
Munroe Spivock °s letter to advise Mr. Golis that the City is
proceeding on schedule in anticipation of an orderly closing
on July 1 in accordance with the agreement between him (Mr.
Golis) and the City.
Appointment of Deputy -Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
City Clerk Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Mrs. Wanda Lane Fender,
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Mrs. Connie Harris, and Mrs. Lillian Sani were approved as
Deputy City Clerks.
Sonoma County City Manager Callinan advised that he had been contacted by
Fair 1968 Mrs. Reba Roberts regarding "Rohnert Park Day" at the 1968
Sonoma County Fair, suggesting that the Council authorize
an expenditure for promotion of the Rohnert Park Municipal
Golf Course.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Rogers, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized
an expenditure of up to $200 for promotion of the Rohnert
Park Municipal Golf Course.
Municipal Court City Manager Callinan read a letter received from Sonoma
County Administrator Neal Smith regarding the City of
Cota ti's request that Cotati be transfered from the Central
Municipal Court in Santa Rosa to the Southern Municipal
Court in Petaluma.
The City Manager also informed the Council of discussions
held with the Director of Public Safety, Brad Koch.
A brief discussion was held upon the conclusion of which
the Council went on record as strongly recommending that the
Rohnert Park area remain in the Central Municipal Court.
Golf Course City Manager Callinan gave an up to date verbal report
on the progress of the golf course improvement project,
and advised the Council that, weather providing, the front
'nine' should be ready for play within six weeks.
Councilman Smith commended Mr. C. A. Wiggins, Superinten-
dent of Public Works, for the excellent progress he has .
made on the golf course improvements in the short time since
he has taken over the project.
NSF Summer City Manager Callinan read a letter received from Dr. Joe
Institute Brumbaugh requesting swimming privileges for participants
and their families of Sonoma State College's NSF Summer
Institute in Biology and Ecology from June 24 to August 9.
Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Council granted a
50106 rate reduction in the swimming pool rates for the NSF
Summer Institute in Biology and Ecology.
1968 --69 Budget City Manager Callinan presented the Council with a proposed
Schedule schedule for preparation of the 1968 -69 Budget.
After a brief discussion the schedule was moved forward one
week.
Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the schedule for the
1968 -69 brdget was approved as corrected.
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Chamber of Commerce City Manager Callinan advised the Council that he had been
Committees requested to serve on the Budget Committee, the Membership
& Dues Committee, and the Civic Beautification Committee
of the Chamber of Commerce, and requested Council's permis-
sion to serve on these committees.
After a brief discussion the Council approved the City Man-
ager serving on the Chamber of Commerce Committees provid-
ing the committee work did not interfere with the perfor-
mance of his regular duties.
Sewer Service to City Manager Callinan advised the Council that he had been
Cotati contacted by the City of Cotati requesting a meeting with
a committee of the Rohnert Park City Council to discuss
sewer service for the City of Cotati.
After a brief discussion the Mayor appointed Councilman
Hopkins, chairman, and Councilman Smith to serve as a com-
mittee to meet with City of Cotati representatives to dis-
cuss sewer service to Cotati.
Wilfred Grade City Manager Callinan presented a bill from Arthur B. Siri,
Crossing Inc., in the amount of $529.10 representing the final pay-
ment due for work done on the east approach to the Wilfred
Grade Crossing.
Upon motion by Councilman Buchanan, seconded by Councilman
Roger;, and unanimously approved, the final payment in the
amount of $529.10 to Aurthur B. Siri, Inc., wa6 approved
for payment.
City Manager 0allinan presented another bill from Arthur B.
Siri, Inc., in the amount of ;$145.00 representing the final
payment due for work on the west approach to the Wilfred
Grade Crossing.
Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the payment in the
Einount of 1*;,145.00 to Arthur B. Siri, Inc., was approved for
Payment.
Southwest Blvd. Grade- Acting City Attorney tdm. Cutler gave a verbal progress re-
Crossing port on the Southwest Boulevard grade crossing application.
Expressway grade Acting City Attorney Wm. Cutler gave a verbal report on the
crossing expressway grade crossing.
Eminent Domain City Manager Callinan reviewed previous discussion concern -
Agreement ing the County of Sonoma's desire to have the City of
Rohnert Park acquire the remaining right of way necessary
for the U.S. 101- Expressway interchange.
Resolution No. 68 -65 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH THE
COUNTY OF SONOMA AND THE SUBSTITUTION OF THE CITY OF ROH-
NERT PARK FOR AND IN PLACE OF THE COUNTY OF SONOMA IN
EMINENT DOMtAIN ACTION.
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City Manager Callinan summarized the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resol-
ution No. 68 -65 was waived, and said resolution was adopted.
Hardin Lawsuit Acting City Attorney Cutler reported that there was no change
in the status of the Hardin Lawsuit.
Plaque for O'Neil Councilman Smith requested the Council's permission to pre-
pare a plaque, similar to the one presented the City of
Santa Rosa, to be presented to former City Treasurer O'Neil.
Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman
Buchanan, and unanimously approved, the Council directed
the City Manager to prepare a resolution and plaque for pre -
sentation to former City Treasurer O'Neil.
Press Invitations At Councilman Smith's request the Council authorized the
to O'Neil dinner invitation of three members of the press as guests of the
City to the dinner in honor of former City Treasurer O'Neil.
Adjournment There being no further business the meetirg was adjourned
at 10:05 p.m. until Tuesday, June 25, 1968 at 7:30 p.m. in
the Council Chambers, 435 Southwest Boulevard, Rohnert Park,
California,
APPROVED:
__Iayor
ATTEST:
Deputy City Clerk