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1967/03/20 City Council MinutesROANEftT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 20, 1967 1. A letter from the City of San Clemente and accompanying resolution was read. The.Council..of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in'-.regular session at 8:00 P.M. in the City Offioes, 435 Southwest Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor C. Smith presiding. This regular meeting was preceded by a work--�, session which commenced at 7:30 P.M. but at which no form - al action was taken.' Call to Order Mayor C. Smith called the meeting to order and led the pledge of allegiance. Rolf. ; -. -Call Present: (5) Councilmen Pezonella, Roberts, Rogers, V. Smith and Mayor C. Smith Absent: (0) Staff Present: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Maxwell, Bond Counsel Philip Assaf of Wilson, Jones, • 1. ` Morton and Lynch, and JohnQuinn of the Sonoma County Planning Department. Approval of Minutes 4 Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, the minutes of March 6 1967 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, the bills presented for::'.:`,? payment were approved. Call for Bids on Mayor C. Smith called for bids - ...ors the bonds for Sonoma Bonds Sonoma State State Expressway Improvement Project No. 1966 -2. Expressway Mr. Assaf, bond counsel, opened and read the bids received and left` -the meeting at this point to compute the bids and return with a full report. Welcome of Girl Scouts" M@.-or C. Smith welcomed Mrs. Batty Gillian and Girl Scout Troop No. 97. Communi:oations Communications were brought to.the attention of the Coun- cil. No action was taken on any of the communications except as specifically noted in these minutes. 1. A letter from the City of San Clemente and accompanying resolution was read. Page -2- March 2v, 1967 Mayor C. Smith requested that a letter over the Mayor's signature be sent to the City of San Clemente acknowledging receipt of their resolution and commending their City Council for their action. Matters from Councilmen., Councilman V. Smith Councilman V. Smith reported on the February 24, 1967 ABAG ABAG Report meeting and other recent developments concerning the re- gional approach to public problems. Councilman Roberts Councilman Roberts initiated a discussion on the City's Business License Fee policy of not charging out-of-town real estate brokers a business license .fee. A general discussion kollrr;ed. The Council deferred the matter until later in the spring or until more building activity was evident. Councilman V. Smith Councilman V. Smith commented on the study that F.G. & F. Acquisition of Public had prepaxed from extractions of a study done by the City Utilities - Feasibility of Berkeley and requested that the Council take time to Study review the report before making any decision. Councilman V. Smith recommended that the matter be held over until 4-U- A, 4 1 4 7 4 n ,<7 4. ­4 4.0 r+ vatc t46 c O.L. r a � , W. 1 vvazi:'w'r.i cu. Planning and Zoning Matters: File 0058 - Sonoma By using the wall map, Mr. Callinan pointed out the area Campus Company -= Revi- involved in the proposed revision and recommended that the sion of Fl Colegio revision of the master.plan to permit frontage on South - Master flan west Blvd. be allowed subject to certain conditions which he read. A general discussion followed. Councilman Rc6ors moved that the Council accept the revised master plan submitted by Sonoma Campus Company to permit frontage on Southwest Blvd. subject to the conditions out- lined by staff and on file in the City offices. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Fezonella. Councilman V. Smith raised the possibility of the street being reduced in size thereby releasing it from the cate- gory of a major street. Further discussion followed. Upon conclusion of the discussion, Councilman Roger's mo- tion was approved by the following roll call vote: Page -3- March 20, 1967 AYES: (4) Councilmen Pezonella, Roberts, Rogers, and Mayor C. Smith NOES: (1) Councilman V. Smith Sonoma State Express- Mr., Assaf, bond counsel, returned to the meeting and re- way Project 1966 -2 viewed the bids received on the bonds for Improvement Project No. 1966 -2. Mr. Assaf advised the low bidder was Tannen, Winslow & Co., Inc. with an average net interest cost of 5.42990%• A discussion was held concerning the bids, the awarding of contracts, the proposed agreement with N.W. Railroad for a grade crossing and a possible agreement with the County of Sonoma concerning the future grade separation. City Attorney Maxwell reported that the Public Utilities Com- mission could possibly grant the order for the grade cros- sing within three weeks. Mr. Callinan reported that the Board of Supervisors had no objections to the proposed agreement between the City and Northwestern Pacific Rail- road for the grade crossing. Resolution No. 67 -20 A RESOLUTION AWARDING THE SALE OF BONDS, SONOMA STATE EXPRESSWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1966 -2. Mr. Assaf reviewed the resolution with the Council. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 67 -20 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Reso].10.,on No. 67 -21 A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF (not adopted - number SONOMA STATE EXPRESSWAY PROJECT NO. 1966 -2. re -used) Mr, Assaf reviewed the resolution with the Council. Councilman Roberts moved that the reading of resolution No. 67 -21 be waived and said resolution be adopted. City Attorney Maxwell commented that he would prefer to contact Arthur B. Siri, Inc. regarding the time table and the railroad crossing construction prior to the award of the contract. Councilman Roberts withdrew his motion, and the matter was deferred until the next regular Council meeting. City Attorney Maxwell reported on the grade crossing agree- ment with Northwestern Pacific Railroad and advised that Page -4- March 20, 1967 the railroad's attorney had requested two other provisions be added to the agreement. Mr. Maxwell suggested that the Council authorize him to make the additions and corrections and to send the agreement to the railroad for execution to be returned by them for execution by the City Council at their next regular meeting. The Council concurred with Mr.:�Maxwell'.s suggestion. El Colegio Sewer Lines Mr. Callinan displayed a map submitted for the proposed Improvement Project assessment district and reported that a Petition signed No. 1967 -1 by all of the owaers of 60% in area of the property sub- ject to assessment had bean filed with the City office. He also reported that a Certificate that the Petition for Improvements Exceeds 60�6, signed by Milton Hudis, had also been filed. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, the Council approved pro- ceeding with the project with the lands to be assessed $1200.00 per acre. Resolution No. 67 -21 A RESOLUTION DETERMINING TO UNDERTAKE PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT TO SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND ASSESSMENT BOND ACTS FOR THE ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS WITHOUT PRO CEEDINGS UNDER DIVISION 4 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE. Mr. Assaf read resolution No. 67 -21. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 67 -21 was adopted. Resolution No. 67 -22 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ENGINEER AND ATTORNEYS. Mr. Assaf read resolution No. 67 -22 Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Rogers and ,u,,vEonymnv »al y anw"nirorl s Raanlii+i nn ATn, 0-22 wa.e adopted. Resolution No. 67 -23 A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ACQUIRE AND CONSTRUCT IM- PROVEMENTS. Mr. Assaf read Resolution No. 67-23. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 67 -23 was adopted. Page -5- PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS: March 20, 1967 Lot Split - Paul Golisti Mr. Callinan commented on the development plans for the area in the vicinity of the proposed U.S. 101 -- Sonoma State Expressway Interchange and discussed the area with the Council. Mr. Quinn reviewed his staff report and recommended approv- al of the lot splits of the 3J acres parcels north and south of the expressway, east of Commerce Boulevard subject to the posting of $150.00 with the City for each lot split to cover the cost of segregating the assessments on the area, Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Council - man Rogers, the Council approved the granting of the lot splits as outlined subject to $150.00 being paid to the City for each lot split to cover segregation of the assess- ment on the area. File No. 0054 & 0055 Mr. Larkin, of D.M.A. Corp. was present and stated he wanted to temporarily withdraw his request for a lot split on the northwest corner (File No. 0055) of Sonoma State Expressway and Commerce Blvd. Mr. Quinn reviewed his staff report with the Council. Mr. Callinan displayed several plot plans for the development of the total intersection and the 31 acre sites. Councilman V. Smith stated his opposition to the proposed development of service stations and requested that until the Division of Highways had commented on the use of land in the vicinity of the on-off ramps, he would be unwilling to grant any such use. Councilman Roberts advised that the property owners of the northeast corner of the intersection had indicated to him that they would be willing to withdraw their request. A discussion was held regarding the traffic at the inter- section. Mr. Larkin commented on his request and stated that he would have no objection to it being deferred until the next meeting if at that time it will be finalized. Mayor C. Smith suggested that City Manager Callinan eon- tact the Division of Highways to determine their thoughts on land use in the vicinity of the on -off ramps, and also determine if the request for a service station on the nortY, east corner could be eliminated. Page -6- Marcn zv, 1967 A general discusei -on followed on the financing of and the number of service stations which should be permitted, in various areas of development. Upon the conclusion of the discussion, the matter was deferred until the April 39 1967 meeting. File 0032 Mr. Quinn reviewed his staff report relative to the re- Gary's Texeco Station quest that a tow truck or service truck be permitted on the station's premises and recommend that the request be denied. A general discussion was held between Mr. Sterner, the applicant, the Council, Mr. Quinn and Kr. Callinan. Cn,innilman V. Smith moved that the annlieation be denied. The motion died for lack of a second. Councilman Rogers advised that he was abstaining from the discussion and voting on this matter because of his per- sonal feelings and relations with Mr. Sterner. Mayor C. Smith moved that the use permit be granted sub- ject to the conditions outlined in the staff report, and on file in the City offices, and further subject to re- vocation of the permit for any violation thereo- . Said motion was seconded by Coundilman Pezonella and the follow ing roll call vote was taken: AYES: (2) Councilman Pezonella and C.Smith NOES: (2) Councilman Roberts and V. Smith ABSTAIN: (1) Councilman Rogers The motion did not pass for lack of a majority vote and the request uw thereby denied. Mr. Quinn reviewed his staff report relative to special monthly sales signs and anniversa;t;y signs and outlined the conditions he suggested be made a part of any approval by the Council. Mr. Callinan read the final comment of the staff report for the record. A general discussion followed. Councilman V. Smith moved that the Council make it a policy to permit the staff to approve all special signs that all such signs be limited to 3' x 4', that the per- mit not be issued to exceed three days and that only one Page -7- March 20, 1967 such sign permit be issued during each 30 day period. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Robotts:hnd unani- mously passed with Councilma Rogers abstaining. Golis & Fredericks Mr. Quinn displayed development plans for the property under Development Plans - -. consideration and reviewed his staff report with the Council, along. *zthwest outlining the conditions he recommended be attached to any Boulevard approval of the plan. Councilman V. Smith commented on the possibility of requir- ing a detailed master plan for the entire area when specific uses are requested. A discussion followed regarding what control the Council would have over the development of this property in the future. Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved the Council endorsed the.-use of- drive -in type mercantile and commercial businesses on the property fronting on Southwest Boulevard, between the existing car wash and the entrance road, subject to the building set -back being 60 feet and that each specific use shall require a use permit from the Council, and the split - ing or segregating of the area into parcels would require either a subdivision map or lot split approval from the Council. Rezoning of approx. By means of the wall map Mr. Callinan pointed out the prop : - 100 acres to ML-PD erty involved`in the rezoning matter which lies between Public Hearing U.S. 101 and the railroad tracks, and north of Hinebough Creek to the southern boundary of the existing zoned indus- trial property.. Mayor C. Smith declared the public hearing open and asked for comments. Mr. Callinan advised that all property owners within 500 feet of the property proposed for rezoning had been notified of the public hearing and that the Notice of Public Hearing had been published in The World on March 8, 1967. A general discussion was held, upon the conclusion of which, there being no further comment and no one else wishing to be heard, the public hearing was closed. Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved,: the Council directed the preparation of an ordinance to change the zoning of said area from "A" Agricultural to "ML -PD" (Limited Industrial - Planned Development). Page -8- T'f. ..._ 1, „ , , Mr. Dolberg - Poodle Mr. Dulberg was present and requested a use permit in order Grooming Shop in to conduct a poodle grooming operation in the shopping cen- Shopping Center ter. Mr. Quinn, advised that this operation could fall under the Beauty and Barber Shop classification of the ordinance and be a permitted use in the shopping center. Mr. Quinn recom- mended that the use permit be subject to certain conditions which he read and which are on file in the City Offices. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, the use permit was approved subject to the conditions outlined by Mr. Quinn. Recess Mayor C. Smith declared a recess, the time being 11:00 PM Reconvene Mayor G. Smith called the meeting back to order at approxi- mately 11:10 P.M. Resolution No. 67 -19 A RESOLUTION ADOPTING RULES AND REGULATIONS REGULATING THE SALE OF WATER IN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK. City Manager Callinan reviewed the resolution. Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 67 -19 was waived and said resolution adopted. Resolution No. 67 - 24 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING EXECUTION OF 09LEASE AGREEMENT WITH OPTION TO PURCHASE" BETWEEN CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AND SONOMA CAMPUS COMPANY. The proposed agreement was reviewed and resolution No. 67 -24 was read. Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 67 -24 was adopted. Resolution No. 67 -25 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL GRANT FOR SEWERAGE TREATMENT WORKS. City Manager Callinan reviewed the application prepared by M. C." Yorder Associates and the resolution. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Pezonella and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 67 -25 was adopted. ". Page -9- March 20, 1967 Resolution No. 67 -26 ;. A RESOLUTION DECLARING WEEDS GROWING UPON OR IN FRONT OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES IN THE CITY OF RONNERT PARK TO RE A PUBLIC NUISANCE, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO POST NOTICE THEREOF, AND DETERMINING HEARING DATES AS REQUIRED BY SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 27. City Manager Callinan reviewed said resolution. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 67 -26 was adopted. Ordinance No. 79 AN ORDINANCE REGULATING FOOD HANDLING.ESTABLISHMENTS IN CITY OF ROHNERT PARK; 18FINING THE SAME; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF CERTIFICATES FROM THE HEALTH OFFICER; PROVIDING FOR REVOCATION AND SUSPENSION OF SAID CERTIFICATES; AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION THEREOF. City Attorney Maxwell reviewed said ordinance. Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by CoiLnoilman Rogers and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance No. 79 was waived and said ordinance was introduced. 1967 Legislation The scheduled review of the 1967 Session Legislation was de- ferred. City Manamer's Report Recruitment of Engineer A brief discussion was held concerning the need. for a City Engineer - Planner. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, the City Manager was auth- orized to recruit for a City Engineer. Meeting's Starting A discussion was held concerning the late hours of the Coun -- Time cil meetings. Upon conclusion of the discussion it was agreed that commencing with the April 3, 1967 meeting, the regular Council meetings will commence at 7 :00 P.M. Acquisition of Golf City Manager Callinan reported on the progress to date in Course: trying.,to work out a program with the City of Santa Rosa for;the, joint acquisition of the Rohnert Park Public Golf Course. He explained the program that he was preparing to present to the Santa Rosa Golf Course Study Committee. The Councii indicated approval of Mr. Callinan's proposed pre - sentation to Santa Rosa and authorized him to proceed with Page -10- March 20, 1967 same. He was also requested to check with the Council Re- creation Director concerning possible participation by the County of Sonoma in the golf course acquisition. Commendation of City Manager Callinan brought to the attention of the City Police Officers Council the commendation by Chef Koch of Officers Byron McLennan and Raymond Peters for their excellent performance in two different bases. The Council asked that their con- gratulations and appreciation be relayed to the officers. City Attorney's Report Hardin Law Suit City .Attorney Maxwell gave a verbal status report on the Hardin Law Suit and indicated that he would send a bill for his services to date on this matter to the City. Matters from Recreation Commission Santa Rosa .Arts The Council was informed of the Recreation Commission's Festival recommendation that the City not contribute any funds to the Santa Rosa Art Festival at this time. Upon motion by Councilman Rogers, seconded by Councilman V. Smith and unanimously approved, the Council accepted the recommendation of the Recreation Commission and indicated that the City would not contribute to the Santa Rosa Arts Festival at this time. 1967 Swimming Pool City Manager Callinan reported that the Recreation Commission Rates at their February 270 1967 meeting, recommended the follow- ing swimming pool rates for the 1967 swim season: Family Membership Season 9C 36.00 Family Membership Monthly 15.00 Single MeyI)ership Season 18.00 General A Ission,z 5 & under Free 16 through 21 050 Over 21 075 In addition, the Commission recommended the Family Member- ship price be $30.00 if purchased before June 1st and also the Single Season price be $15.00 if purchased before June 1st. The Commission also recommended the initiation of a 1110= Swim" card. Upon motion by Councilman V. Smith, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, the Council approved the Page 11 March 20, 1967 Rates recommended by the Recreation Commission and endorsed the 1110- Swim" card concept. Use of Pool by City Manager Callinan reported on the request of the Sting Sting -Rays Rays Swimming Team to use the Benecia Park Swimming Pool effective March 20, 1967 with the understanding that the club would pay for the heating and chemical bills for the period of their use with the initial heat -up bill being pro -rated over the first several months of operation. He further reported that the Recreation Commission had recom- mended approval of the use of the swimming pool by the Sting Rays. Upon motion by Councilman Pezonella, seconded by Councilman Rogers and unanimously approved, the use of the Benecia Park Swimming Pool by the Sting Ray Swim Team as outlined above was approved. Sting Rays Organniza- City Manager Callinan initiated a discussion concerning the tion organization of the Sting Rays and expressed concern over the fact that several Rohnert Park families have left the Sting Ray organization and are commuting to Santa Rosa to participate in swimming competition. Recreation Commission- er Hamann was in the audience and participated in the dis- cussion with the Council and staff members concerning this matter. Upon conclusion of the discussion the Council asked that the Recreation Commission review the situation and report back to the City Council. Adjournment There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at approximately 12:15 A.M. on March 21, 1967 to Monday, March 27, 1967 at 8 :30 P.M. eputy City Clerk i APPROVED -. City` Clerk NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular meeting of the of the This notice is posted in compliance with Section 54955 of the Government Code of the State of California. DATED: March 210 _, 19L�L—. City Clerk ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES March 27, 1967 Tho C oiinoil of -bb o 0,1°ty U � UYt.r1 r91 G m cL", " 6- 'tYt' ,c, date in adjourned session at 8:30 P.M. in the City Offices, 435 Southwest Boulevard with Mayor C. Smith presiding. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Mayor C.Smith who led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Present: (5) Councilmen Pezonella, Roberts, Rogers, V.Smith & Mayor C. Smith Staff Present: City Manager Callinan Election of Mayor Mayor C. Smith advised that there was a work and. Vice Mayor session prior to the meeting at which the Council discussed the selection of a new mayor and vice mayor and reported on the mechanics of electing these men and the rotation method which has been in use up to this time. Mayor C. Smith pointed out the various techniques that might be employed in the selection of the mayor and that in the coming year the Council might study the possibil- ity of getting away from the rotation plan. Mayor C. Smith asked for nominations for Vice Mayor. Councilman Pezonella nominated Councilman Roberts as Vice Mayor. The nomination was seconded by Councilman Rogers and approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: (4) Councilmen Pezonella, Rogers, C. Smith and V. Smith NOES: (0) None ABSTAIN: (1) Councilman Roberts Mayor C. Smith asked for nominations for Mayor. Councilman Roberts nominated Councilman Pezonella for the position of Mayor. The nomination was seconded by Councilman Rogers and approved by the fallowing roll call vote: Ayes: (3) Councilmen Roberts, Rogers and V. Smith Noes: 1) Mayor C. Smith Abstain: 1) Councilman Pezonella Mayor C. Smith read an article on the plight of being a mayor and officially turned the gavel over to new Mayor Pezonella. Page -2- March 27, 1967 Presentation of Mayor Pezonella, as his first act, presented a Plaque to C.Smith plaque of appreciation from the Council to Councilman Co Smith for his endeavors, and leader- ship during his term as Mayor. Councilman C. Smith thanked the Council and said that it had been a most rewarding year for him and he felt a-little sad in stepping down, and that his term of office was successful only because of the fine cooperation he received from his fellow Council members and other members of the community. Acceptance by Mayor P�zonella thanked his fellow Councilmen Mayor Pezonella for having faith in him by selecting him to act as Mayor and looked forward to the same fine cooperation from the Council. He pledged to con- tinue the same kind of relationship the Council has enjoyed in the past. Adjournment There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 P.M. J_ f Deputy�Ii ty Clerk APPROVED: 7aYo_r4Pez(5n 116-0 ATTEST 79d/t Ly-Clerk