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1966/12/19 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 199 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 with Mayor C. Smith presiding. The regular meeting was preceded by a work session which com- menced at 7:30 P.M. Call to Order Mayor Co Smith called the meeting to order and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Present: (5) Councilmen Pezonella, Roberts, Rogers, V. Smith and Mayor C. Smith Absent: (0) None Staff Present: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Maxwell, John Quinn of the Sonoma County Planning Staff. Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously approved, the minutes of Deoem- ber 5, 1966 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, the bills were approved for payment. Communications Incoming communications were brought to the attention of the Council. No action was taken on any of the communica- tions except as specifically noted in these minutes: 1. A letter from the Congress for Community action to- gether with a questionnaire were discussed by the Coun- oil. City Manager Callihan requested the Council's feelings on staff participation on various panels of the Congress. Councilman Rogers moved that even though the Council does not endorse the function that is taking place, the staff be allowed to participate especially in the fields that they are qualified in. Councilmen V. Smith moved that as of this date the Council has not formally endorsed the Congress, how- ever, the Council will permit staff to participate on Page -2- December 19, 1966 panels and discussions in their respective fields. Roth motions died for lack of a second. A brief discus- sion followed. Councilman Pezonella moved that staff be allowed to parti- cipate as experts in their particular fields and only in this capacity, and in no way does this action necessarily reflect the feelings of the Council and further that this in no way indicates that the Council endorses the Congress. Said mo,t Lon was seconded by Councilman V. Smith and unani- mously approved. 2. A letter from Sonoma County Flood Control and Water Conservation District concerning City representation on the County- -wide Flood Control Advisory Committee, was read. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, City Nana - ger Callinan was appointed as the City's representative on the County -wide Flood Control Advisory Committee. Planning and Zoning Matters Ace Radio & TV - Re- City Manager Callinan advised that Mr. Raker of Ace Radio quest for Signs & TV requested this matter be deferred until the next Variance Council meeting. The Council consented. R. H. Pollard - Mr. R. H. Pollard',s plans for development of an apartment Development south complex and a service station and restaurant complex, both of East Cotati Ave. south of East Cotati Avenue were explained to the Council. John Quinn, Sonoma County Planning staff reviewed his staff report concerning the plot plans submitted. A lengthy dis- cussion followed with the Council members, City Manager Callinan, Mr. Quinn, Mr. Pollard, and Mr. Guillarmo Lehman participating. During the discussion the Council indicated that it would waive the covered parking requirement of the zoning ordinance if the applicant could show by the use of landscaping and layout that the requirement should be waived in the interest of aesthetics. The Council also indicated that it would not waive the parking requirements of the zoning ordinance. Upon conclusion of the discussion, Councilman Rogers moved that the Council approve the concept of the apartment com- Page -3- December 199 1966 plea proposed subject to the final plans having a proper ratio of useable open space and subject to the recommenda- tions suggested by staff and which are on file in the City Office. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unani- mously approved. A discussion was held concerning the proposed service eta, - tion and restaurant complex and the reaction that the ad jacent property owner, The Episcopal Diocese of Northern California, might have relative to this type of use next to them. Upon conclusion of the discussion it was agreed by the Council to have this matter set for rezoning and public hearing as soon as possible. 5380 Commerce In answer to a question from City Manager Callinan, the Boulevard Council indicated that it would grant a use permit to Lilliard Co., an air conditioning, heating, and ventilla- tion metal working firm, to use the building at 5380 Commerce Boulevard as a warehouse and distribution center subject to the firm making formal application for the use permit. Old College City Manager Callinan informed the Council of a letter from Buildings Spivock Company requesting an indication as to whether or not the City would permit the conversion into apartments of the two rear buildings in the old College complex (Napa and Mendocino Malls). The Council indicated that it would act favorably on a use permit application for such a purpose subject to the applicant meeting all the requirements of the zoning ordinance and building codes. Project 1961 -1 City M ^rcp.ger Cailinan advised the Council that a legal Amended Assessment, notice on this iraatter had been published twice in the , blic Hearing Worl. P:et sprpe°c. Mr. Cr ±.:Lii, ra revl. 7wr �c 'Aie Riginners ° Repne^t of Ate. nded A.su��,;rirrt„ Page -4- December 199 1966 Mayor C. Smith declared the public hearing open and asked for comments. There being no one wishing to be heard, the public hearing was declared closed. Resolution No. 384 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING AMENDED ASSESSMENTS PROJECT NO. 1961 -19 ASSESSMENTS NOS. 5.3, 5.5, 5.6, 0.219, 6.22, 9,518 and 9.52.' Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 384 was waived and said resolution adopted. Ordinance No. 74 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO. 51 BY CANCELLATION OF THE ADOPTION OF THE UNIFORM ELECTRICAL CODE, 1962 EDITION AND THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 1962 EDITION AND IN LIEU THEREOF THE ADOPTION BY REFERENCE OF THE UNIFORM ELECTRICAL CODE, 1965 EDITION AND THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES 1965 EDITION. Mr. Maxwell, City Attorney, advised the Council although a public hearing on this ordinance was scheduled for this meeting and the Notice of Public Hearing had been posted there is a special statutory requirement that the notice be published. The matter was held over to be scheduled for a public hearing in January. Ordinance No. 75 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 51 BY ADDING A 1110- VISION TO THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE CONCERNING FENCES. City Manager Callinan end City Attorney Wrorell discussed the proposed Ordinance with the Council. City Attorney Maxwell commented that he felt that rather than adopting an ordinance requiring every residential structure to have fencing, it might be well to use our existing ordinances and supplement them with some other regulations. The City Attorney and City Manager were requested to study this further and report back to the Council. Resolution No. 385 A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING PROCEDURE FOR OPERATION OF CITY AMBULANCE, SETTING FEE SCHEDULE, AND FIXING THE COMPENS.A -- TION TO BE PAID FOR CITY PERSONNEL AND VOLUNTEER PERSONNEL RECALLED TO PARTICIPATE IN AMBULANCE SERVICE. (Supercedes Resolution No. 292). Page -5- December 19v 1966 City Manager Callinan discussed with the Council the con- tents of the resolution. Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No- 385 was waived and said resolution adopted. Public Safety Dept. City Manager Callinan commented on this evening's Channel 4 television program, Bay Area Assignment 4 on which the Rohnert Park Ambulance Service was featured. Councilman V. Smith commended the Public Safety Department for their efforts in providing such excellent service. Mayor C. Smith requested that a letter be sent to the Public Safety Department members expressing the Councillej appreciation for their efforts and performance. Resolution No. 386 A RESOLUTION COMMENDING BOY SCOUT TROOP No. 80 AND THE ROMMT pApx HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION FOR SERVICES TO THE COMMITY. City Attorney Maxwell readthe resolution. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 386 was adopted. City Manager�-S --- AIPPOrt Expense & Budget Mr. Callinan commented on the Expense and Budget Comparison Comparison Report Report submitted for the period through November 1966. Bus Service Mr. Callinan read a letter received from the State Public Utilities Commission concerning bus service for Rohnert Park. A discussion was held concerning the bus service matter and the filing of a formal complaint with the Public Utilities Commission against Greyhound Bus Company. Mr. Maxwell was requested to find out the extent of the Public Utilities Commissionts authority in requiring the providing of bus service and to prepare an estimate of the costs to the City to file a formal complaint with the Public Utilities Commission. Mr. Maxwell indicated that he would have this information by the next Council meeting. Page -6® December 19, 1966 Waiving of 'dater A discussion was held concer�7ng the wing of water Charges on Old College charges to Spivock Company for the old College complex Buildings as a consideration for Spivock Company renting space for a branch library. Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved waiving of water service charges to Spivock Company for the old College complex was authorized on the basis of unoccupied space to total space available. Burton Avenue Sign Mr. Callinan brought to the attention of the Council the sign that had been made for the Burton Avenue playlot. Santa Rosa Planning Mr. Callinan presented each Councilman with a copy of a preliminary report, submitted to the County Board of Super- visors by the Santa Rosa City Council, entitled "Coordin- ation of the Planning Activity in the Santa Rosa. General Plan Area." Annexation of Area Mr. Callinan reported that he had discussed Santa Rosa's by Santa Rosa annexation study with George Minturn, Santa Rosa City Manager, who agreed to provide Rohnert Park with copies of their report as soon as it is submitted to the Santa Rosa City Council. City Attorney's Report Copeland Creek Im- City Attorney Maxwell gave a verbal status report on the provement Project Copeland Creek improvement project and indicated that he hoped to have the necessary enabling ordinances and docu- ments before the City Council at the next meeting. Sonoma State Express- Mr. Maxwell gave a verbal status report on the Expressway way Grade Croesing grade crossing matter. Hardin Law Suit Mr. Maxwell reported that the Hardin Law Suit is active again. Interchange meeting Mayor C. Smith reported on the appearance before the in Sacramento California Highway Commission relative to the U.S. 101 Sonoma, State Expressway interchange. A discussion followed. Page -7- December 19, 1966 Councilman Roberts Councilman Roberts commented on the 25 MPH signs which had Speed Limits been posted on Southwest Boulevard near the Jr/Sr High School. He suggested that the speed limit on Southwest Boulevard from the entrance area to Adrian Drive be lowered to 25 MPH. and perhaps a stop sign be installed on South- west Boulevard at the crosswalk of No Name Street. The Council requested that the staff prepare a report on the suggestions. Receiving of Agenda Councilman Roberts initiated a discussion on the possibility Information of the Council receiving the meeting agendas, information, reports, memos, ete., earlier than Friday before the Mon- day meeting as is now the case. The Council agreed that the out -off date for the agenda should be the Wednesday prior to the meeting and that the Council would arrive at 7:30 PM on the night of meeting to conduct a work session. Councilman V. Smith Councilman V. Smith reported on the December 16th, A.B.A.G. ABAG meeting. He explained the action taken at the meeting and expressed disagreement with the Petaluma Argue- Courier's editorial comments on the action taken at the meeting. Councilman Smith stated that he felt the action taken by the association was well conceived. Press Introduction City Manager Callinan introduced Mrs. Kellums who with her husband has taken over the operation of The World, and Mr. Fred Yowman from the Argus- Courier. Adjournment There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at approximately 10 :10 P.M. 7 Deputy C' Clerk APPROVED: (�ewj' > �/ �' �__ ". Mayor f. H. Smith ATTE ° 1_ City/ Clerk