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1966/08/15 City Council MinutesPLANNING MATTERS Sofspra Car Wash Sin permit - Sofspra Car Wash - request for Sign Permit 25 sgq.fta sign. Mr. uinn,-a`onoma County Planning Staff, recommended that the 18.75 sq. ft. required by the zoning ordinance be adhered to and the request for a 25 sq.ft. sign be denied. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman V. Smith, the request for a 25 sq.ft. sign was denied. City Manager Callinan was re- quested to work with Sofspra representatives regarding their sign needs. Planning Mayor C. Smith took a moment to thank Mr. Quinn for his assistance to the City. ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES August 15, 1966 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session at 8:00 P.M. in the City Offices, 435 Southwest Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor C. Smith presiding. Call to Order Mayor C. Smith called the meeting to order. Roll Call Present: (3) Councilmen Rogers, V. Smith and Mayor C. Smith Absent: (1) Councilman Pezonella Late: (1) Councilman Roberts. Councilman Roberts arrived at 9 :00 P.M. His time of arrival is noted in the minutes. Staff present: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Maxwell, Engineer Hudis and Mr. John Quinn, Sonoma County Planning Staff. Bills for Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Approval Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, the bills, per the attached list, were approved for payment. County Fair Mayor C. Smith requested City Manager Callinan to check with the Chamber of Commerce as to why the City was not given better recognition at the Chamber of Commerce Booth at the Sonoma County Fair. 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. PLANNING MATTERS Sofspra Car Wash Sin permit - Sofspra Car Wash - request for Sign Permit 25 sgq.fta sign. Mr. uinn,-a`onoma County Planning Staff, recommended that the 18.75 sq. ft. required by the zoning ordinance be adhered to and the request for a 25 sq.ft. sign be denied. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman V. Smith, the request for a 25 sq.ft. sign was denied. City Manager Callinan was re- quested to work with Sofspra representatives regarding their sign needs. Planning Mayor C. Smith took a moment to thank Mr. Quinn for his assistance to the City. Page -2- August 15, 1966 Rohnert Nark - - General discussion was held regarding the pro - Cotati General posed Rohnert Park- Cotati General Plan. It was Plan noted that the item was on the agenda for the Board of Supervisors meeting on August 9, 1966. Participating in the discussion with the Council were City Manager Callinan, Sonoma County Supervisor Leigh Shoemaker, Sonoma County Plan - ner Mr. Quinn, City Attorney Maxwell, Mr. Paul Golis.' _City Manager Callinan and City Attorney Maxwell were requested to attend the session of the Board of Supervisors. A'discassion was also held regarding development by Mr. Golis of 150 acres east of the golf course area. Mr. Golis agreed to work with the City's planning consultant, Mr. Lehmann, and to contri- bute to the cost of planning the area. Library Service A general discussion was held regarding library Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, City Manager Callinan was authorized to proceed with the landscaping of Commerce Boulevard between Alison Avenue and Arlen Drive by using Collier - Unruh Gas Tax Funds. Cost for said landscaping is"not to exceed $1500.00. City Manager Callinan was requested to check on services for Rohnert Park. Mayor C. Smith reported on the meeting held with Mr. Sabsay of the 'Santa Rosa- Sonoma County Free Public Library. Participating in a discussion with the Council were Sonoma County Supervisor Shoemaker, City Manager Callinan, and City Attorney Maxwell. Arrival of Councilman Roberts arrived at this point in the Councilman meeting, the time being approximatelu 9:00 P.M., Roberts Golf Course A brief discussion was held on the possibility of Sonoma County joining the City of Rohnert Park in joint purchase and operation of the golf course. Project 1965 -3 City Manager Callinan and Engineer Hudis reported Commerce Blvd. on the status of Project 1965 -3, Commerce Boulevard. A discussion was held regarding street lighting and drainage for Commerce Boulevard City Manager Callinan discussed landscaping Commerce Boulevard between Alison and Arlen and requested City Council authorization to proceed. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, City Manager Callinan was authorized to proceed with the landscaping of Commerce Boulevard between Alison Avenue and Arlen Drive by using Collier - Unruh Gas Tax Funds. Cost for said landscaping is"not to exceed $1500.00. City Manager Callinan was requested to check on Page -3- August 15, 1966 obtaining street lighting for Commerce Boulevard. Well No. 5 Mr. Hudis reported on the progress of Project Well No. 5. He stated that the Well should have been complete today, but won't be ready for about a week. City Manager Callinan discussed holding back all funds to the contractor including the progress payment previously authorized by the Council until the Well is completed. A motion was made by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Rogers to withhold pay - ment of Progress Payment No. 2 previously approved by the Council. City Attorney Maxwell suggested that instead the Council not approve any more progress payments until the job was completed to cover any penalties due from the contractor. The motion was withdrawn. Ordinance No-70 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously app reading of Ordinance No. 70 was waived. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Rogers, Ordinance No. 70 was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: (4) Councilmen Roberts, Rogers, V.Smith and Mayor C. Smith NOES: (0) None ABSENTe(1)) Councilman Pezonella Swimming Pools A discussion was held on the use of the swim- ming pools by the high school as part of their program. City Manager Callinan was requested to pursue the matter. Resolution No-353 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH STATE OF CALIFORNIA (Benecia Park Swimming Pool). Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 353 was waived and said resolution adopted. Resolution No-352 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING AGREEMENT FOR MAINTENANCI OF STATE HIGHWAYS IN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT (Copt Industrial Area City Manager Callinan discussed the installation Sign of a directory sign for the Industrial Area and requested that the City advance the funds to purchase the sign before Industrial Appreciation Day. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, the City will underwrite the directory sign for $1153.00 for the Industrial Area with the under- standing that the Chamber will try and get those firms listed on the sign to contribute toward the cost of the sign. Wilfred Grade City Manager Callinan read the letters on the Crossing communications list that pertain to the Wilfred grade crossing. A discussion followed concern - ing the plan for the improvement of the grade crossing and Wilfred Avenue. Page -4- August 15, 1966 Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 352 was waived and said resolution adopted. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Sonoma State City Manager Callinan informed the Council of Expressway the State Highway Commission meeting to be held Interchange in San Diego, Wednesday, August 10, 1966 and the delegation from this area which will be attending to urge the early construction of the Sonoma State interchange, Mr= C!alliria_vt advised the Council that among those expecting to attend from this area, in addition to Mayor C. Smith and Mr. Callinan, were Mr. H. Codding, Execu- tive Dean Wes Burford, Cotati Vice Mayor Chadwick, and Mr. P. Golis. Industry City Manager Callinan reported on the plans for Appreciation Industry Appreciation Day, August 26, 1966 and Day the scheduled program for the day. CITY ATTORNEY'Y REPORT Hardin havJ Suit City Attorney Maxwell brought the Council up to date on the status of the Hardin haw Suit. Cable TV City Attorney Maxwell reported on Central California Communications Corp. interest in providing cable TV in Rohnert Park. A discus - sion was held concerning the reasons for the slow progress and the uncertainty of F.C.C. regulations being considered, CITY MANAGER'S REPORT (Copt Industrial Area City Manager Callinan discussed the installation Sign of a directory sign for the Industrial Area and requested that the City advance the funds to purchase the sign before Industrial Appreciation Day. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, the City will underwrite the directory sign for $1153.00 for the Industrial Area with the under- standing that the Chamber will try and get those firms listed on the sign to contribute toward the cost of the sign. Wilfred Grade City Manager Callinan read the letters on the Crossing communications list that pertain to the Wilfred grade crossing. A discussion followed concern - ing the plan for the improvement of the grade crossing and Wilfred Avenue. Page -5- August 15, 1966 Bay Area Transit Mr. Hudis reported on the Bay Area Transporta- Study tion Study meeting he attended on behalf of the City. City Hall Sign City Manager Callinan reported that the Chamber of Commerce Float_ Committee was using its prize money for a sign for the City Offices which will be unveiled during Founder's Days and that an open house of the City Building may be held in conjunction with the presentation. Park signs City Manager Callinan advised the Council that identification signs for Alicia Park and Benecia Park had been ordered. Rotating Sign City Manager Callinan read a letter from Golis and Fredericks to the Chamber of Commerce re- lative to the lighted rotating "Rohnert Park" identification sign, the electricity for which costs approximately $25.00 to $30.00 per month. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, the City pledged its support to the Chamber of Commerce if the Chamber assumes responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the lighted rotating "Rohnert Park" sign. Good Neighbors City Manager Callinan showed the Council stacks of letters received from children and adults in Morelia, Mexico in appreciation of the results of Good Neighbor Days. The Council suggested that the letters be held and reviewed jointly with Dr. Cord when he returns from Mexico. East Cotati Ave. City Manager Callinan reported on the County's committment to replace the existing planters on the corner of Adrian Drive and East Cotati Avenue since the planters have to be removed as part of the East Cotati Avenue improvement project. Personnel City Manager Callinan advised the Council that a recruiting program was now in progress for openings in the Police and Public Works Departments. Expense Comparison City Manager Callinan submitted the Expense and Budget Comparison report for the month of June 1965. Audit City Manager Callinan advised the Council that the audit was in the final stages of completion, that the audit report would be presented to the Council prior to the next meeting and a member Page -®6- August 15, 1966 of the firm of Fitzpatrick and Paulson will be present at the next Council meeting to answer any questions the Council may have concerning the audit report. PUBLIC APPEARANCES Library Mr. Paul Golis discussed library facilities in Rohnert Park and the non -use of the swimming Pool by the Junior - Senior High School. Recreation A brief discussion was held concerning appoint- '6- to the Ret?re t' 6- %ijrrlini i i_iil, 'Pii matter was tabled until a future meeting. Councilman V. Smith requested that Councilmen Pezonella and Roberts present, in written form for Council review and consideration, their program for the functioning of a Recreation Commission based on the information they re- ceived at the League of California Cities meet- ing. Adjournment There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 10:45 P.M. at er APPROVED: Ai Y�d or . ml i