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1978/12/11 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 11, 1978 The Council of the City of Rohnert Part met this date in regular session commencing at 7 >00 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Hopkins presiding. The regular session was preceded by an executive session which commenced at 7000 p.m. and at which Councilmen Carbone, Roberts, Stewart, Hopkins, and City Manager Callinan were present and which was held to,discuss personnel and litigation matters. Call to Order Mayor Hopkins called the meeting of the regular session to order at approxii-nately 7:25 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Presents (4) Councilmen Carbone, Roberts, Stewart and Hopkins Absents (1) Councilman Beary (due to illness) Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, and Planning Director Skanchy. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the minutes of November 13, 1978 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman „Stewart, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $260,798.92 were approved. Burton Ave. Mr. Jack Behl, 56 Allan Avenue, was recognized and informed Recreation Center that the microphone at the Burton Ave. Recreation Center was too loud and had too much feedback and that the Parks and Recreation Commission was not effective in correcting this problem'. He also suggested that no alcohol be provided at city sponsored affairs. Discussion followed between Mr. Behl and Mayor Hopkins. Ordinance No. 359 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 15, SECTION 15.40.020 (Construction Fees) City Manager Callinan reviewed the ordinance and his memo to the Council dated December 7, 1978 concerning same. He also informed that his office had received one telephone call from Mr. Larry Smith, Construction Industries Association, who had evaluated the ordinance and "regrettably94 felt that the city was acting responsibly and within reason. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Carbone, and unanimously approved by a roll call vote, reading of Ordinance No. 359 was waived and said ordinance was adopted. Page ') I C:Lrc- /- De--mlo 11 1078 CONSENT CALENDAR- City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his memo dated December 7, 1978 to the City Council for explanation of all matters on the Consent Calendar. Resolution No. 78-168 RESOLUTION OF THE ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL REJECTING THE CLAIM OF MIDGE DEAN Resolution No. 78-169 RESOLUTION OF THE ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL REJECTING THE CLAIM OF GARLAND TELANO Resolution No. 78-170 RESOLUTION OF THE ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL REJECTING THE CLAIM OF DOUGLAS TRICKEL Resolution No. 78-171 RESOLUTION APPROVING EASEMENT TO PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY (Through Mountain Shadows Golf Course to Golf Course Pump) Resolution No. 78-172 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXCHANGE OF DEEDS WITH CROCKER HOMES, INC. (To Correct Previous Conveyance for Mountain Shadows Golf Course) Resolution No. 78-173 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (From Debra Homes, Inc. to Correct Previous Conveyance for Mountain Shadows Golf Course) Resolution No. 78-174 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXCHANGE OF DEEDS (With Rohnerts to Correct Previous Conveyance of Property in Mountain Shadows Golf Course Area) Resolution No. 78-175 RESOLUTION OUTLINING POLICY CONCERNING USE OF FEES DEPOSITED IN CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND Resolution No. 78-176 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF ITS 1977-78 APPORTIONMENT OF THE SAFER OFF-SYSTEM FUNDS TO THE COUNTY OF SONOMA Resolution No. 78-177 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF THE SECURITY POSTED FOR SAN SIMEON SUBDIVISION Final Map, File No. Approval of Final Map, File No. 0626 - Jimmie W. Rogers, 0626, Jimmie W. Rogers Rohnert Park Medical Center, northeast corner of Snyder Lane and Rohnert Park Expressway, (16 lots) and authorizingo, the Mayor to execute appropriate subdivision agreement Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Stewart, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution Nos. 78-168 through 78-177 was waived and said resolutions were adopted, and the final map for File No. 0626 was approved. Page 3 December 11, 1978 County -Wide Industrial City Manager Callinan noted that both Richard Lehtinen, Commercial Study Sonoma County Planning Department and Harold Peterson, Sonoma County Director of Economic Development were present to answer any questions regarding the county -wide industrial/ commercial study being undertaken. Mayor Hopkins asked why the city would have to pay $750 to participate, since he felt that this should be covered by taxes paid to the county. Mr. Richard Lehtinen was recognized and advised that the money would be used to cover the cost of materials. He expressed his thanks to Planning Director Skanchy for participating in the study which should be completed before the end of 1979. He also asked that the city appoint a representative to the steering committee which will have its first meeting in early February 1979. Councilman Carbone expressed concern over the fact that the resources at Sonoma State University were not utilized in preparing for this study. Mr. Lehtinen indicated that they could be used during the actual study procedure. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Stewart, and approved by the following voice vote, payment of $750 was authorized to participate in said study. AYES: (3) Councilmen Roberts, Stewart and Hopkins NOES: (1) Councilman Carbone ABSENTT: (1) Councilman Beary Youth Advisory Mr. Michael Crothers, Chairman of the Youth Advisory Commission Chairman Commission, was recognized and informed that he was there to set up lines of communication and to invite the members of the Council to attend the Commission's meetings and contribute their input. Project No. 1978 -14, City Manager Callinan reported that Bond Counsel Assaf Executive Avenue recommends deferring this matter until the January 22, Assessment District 1979 meeting. Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved Project No. 1978-14, Executive Avenue Assessment District was deferred until the January 22, 1979 meeting. Project No. 1978 -16, City Manager Callinan referred Council to his memo dated Park Club Drainage December 7, 1978 to the City Council for explanation of this matter and how funds will be made available for the project. Discussion followed. Planning and Mayor Hopkins noted that since the meeting was running Zoning Matters ahead of schedule on the agenda, planning and zoning matters would be postponed until later in the meeting. Page 4 T)eneml-m-r l l - 1978 Rentals in Single Planning Director Skanchy directed Council's attention to Family Districts the map that was on display at the meeting which showed percentage of rental units according to the water billing records and reviewed his memo of December 5, 1978 concerning same. He. also reported on the interim ordinance adopted by the City of Davis which intended to limit their growing number of rentals by requiring owner-occupancy on sales in single family districts. City Manager Callinan advised that there has been no contact from citizens of Rohnert Park concerning the i ii.Lrnbei; • of rentals and commented on the maintenance problems of rental areas. He then solicited direction and input from Council concerning rental control. Councilman Stewart made a motion, seconded by Mayor Hopkins, to direct staff to draft an interim ordinance designed to limit speculation in single family units. Discussion followed. Councilman Roberts advised that there should be a percentage of rentals allowed and other alternatives considered in the draft The motion passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: (3) Councilmen Roberts, Stewart and Hopkins NOES: (1) Councilman Carbone ABSENT: (1) Councilman Beary Auditors Reports City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated December 7, 1978 concerning the final copies of the external auditors' reports which had been provided to each Councilman for review. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Mayor Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the auditors' reports were accepted. County Agricultural City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated Technical Advisory December 7, 1978 concerning a request for a representative Committee from the City's planning agency for this committee and staff's recommendation to des-ignate Planning Director Skanchyo The Council expressed approval for this appointment. Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the Council. No action was taken on any communications except as noted specifically in these minutes. Cancelling December Upon motion of Councilman Stewart, seconded by Councilman 26th Council Meeting Roberts, and unanimously approved, the City Council meeting scheduled for December 26, 1978 was cancelled. File No. 0146 City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated R.C. Roberts' Appeal. December 7, 1978 concerning the Council's agreement to for Use Permit reconsider its denial of the use rermit for a 24 unit addition to the Rancho Feliz Mobile Home Park and staff's recommendation that Coiji,ei 1. apj&,orve the use permit. Page 5 December 11, 1978 Planning Director Skanchy pointed out a map of the lay out and explained the 24 unit addition. Discussion followed. Mr. Roberts was recognized in the audience. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Carbone, and unanimously approved, the use permit for a 24 unit addition to the Rancho Feliz Mobile Home Park was approved subject to the conditions contained in the planning staff report and with the added condition that additional recreation areas and facilities are provided in the mobile home park. File No. 0646 - City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated Renaming Transport December 7, 1978 regarding changing street name from Avenue "Transport Avenue" to 94State Farm Drive". Mayor Hopkins opened the public hearing concerning a street name change from "Transport Avenue" to ` 'State Farm Drive ". Mr. Jim Redding, 7147 Barbi Lane, was recognized and noted that the Planning Commission tied 2 -2 on the recommendation to change the street name and advised that he and his associates would like to see at least the new portion in the assessment district changed to State Farm Drive as this concerned them more than the existing portion of Transport Avenue, although he did feel that one name for the entire length of the street would be appropriate. Mr. Gary Sterner, 75 Transport Avenue, Rohnert Park- Cotati Body and Two Service, was recognized and informed that he did a survey of many businesses that oppose the name change and stated that the hardship was on the small businesses unless perhaps it was changed over a two year period to coincide with new yellow page advertisements, letterhead printing, etc. Mr. Gene Olson, The New Look Upholstery Shop on 90 Transport Avenue, was recognized and commented that two names for the street would be too confusing and that he felt it should be kept Transport Avenue from the Rohnert Park Expressway to the existing Transport Avenue. Mr. Howard Boggs, 5430 Commerce Boulevard, was recognized and reported that he felt one name for the full length of the street would be the most appropriate and that State Farm Drive has more meaning for orientation. He commented that it could be changed to coincide with yellow page advertise- ments and lease changes. There being no one else desiring to be heard, Mayor Hopkins closed the public hearing. City Manager Callinan advised that staff recommendation is to leave State Farm Drive as it is and to name Transport Avenue from the Expressway north since it may evidentually go over the freeway to the west side as proposed in the general plan. Page R 1 -0- - December 11, 1978 Mr. Jim Redding commented that he has talked to the owners of the property on the west side of the freeway and that they also oppose the name. of Transport Avenue. Councilman Roberts made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stewart, to retain the name Transport Avenue from the Expressway northward, which failed by the following roll call vote: AYES. Q'I Councilmen Roberts and Stewart NOES: (2) Councilmen Carbone and Hopkins ABSENT. (1) Councilman Beary Councilman Carbone made a motion, seconded by Mayor Hopkins, to change the name of the full length of the street to State Farm Drive at a point in time to correspond with yellow pages and lease changes, which failed by the following roll call vote, AYES: (2) Councilmen Carbone and Hopkins NOES: (2) Councilmen Roberts and Stewart ABSENT: (1) Councilman Beary Mr. Jim Redding was recognized and informed that he felt his associates would be willing to contribute up to *5,000 to cover the cost of the name change for the businesses on Transport Avenue with a request to have it changed by July 1979. Mr. Gary Sterner was recognized and informed that it sounded good to him and he would like to have the other business tenants get together and meet with Mr. Redding to work this out. Councilman Carbone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, to table this matter until the next meeting to give tenants time to meet. File No. 0643 - City Manager Callinan recommended that this matter be Renaming of South deferred until the next meeting pending recommendation Santa Rosa Avenue from the Planning Commission. Mayor Hopkins opened the public hearing and continued it until next meeting. File No. 0289 - City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated Robert Harris' December 7, 1978 regarding Robert Harris' application to Application for convert his existing 12 fourplex development located east Condominium of Santa Alicia Drive and north of Arlen Drive into a 48 Conversion unit condominium project and staff's recommendation for denial in keeping with the Council's policy concerning conversion of apartments to condominiums. Planning Director Skanchy pointed out a map of the development on display at the meeting and directed Council's attention to the lack of required parking spaces for condominiums and noted that of 978 rental units available in Rohnert Park there were Page 7 December 11, 1978 only 8 vacancies when staff made a telephone survey recently. Discussion followed between members of the Council and Mr. Olaf Gross, representing Robert Harris. Councilman Carbone made a motion, seconded by Mayor Hopkins, and approved by the following roll call vote, to approve Robert Harris' application to convert the existing 12 four - plex development into a 44 unit condominium project subject to the conditions outlined by the Planning Commission and with the added condition of eliminating building ##6 as shown on the site map displayed. AYES- (3) Councilmen Carbone, Roberts, and Hopkins NOES- (1) Councilman Stewart ABSENT: (1) Councilman Beary File No. 0244 - City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated George Kokalis' December 7, 1978 regarding George Kokalis' application to Application for convert his existing; 26 apartment units, known as Copeland Condominium Manor Apartments, located on the southeast corner of Country Conversion Club Drive and Copeland Creek Drive to condominium units and staff's recommendation for denial in keeping with the Council's policy concerning conversion of apartments to condominiums. Planning Director Skanchy pointed out a map on display at the meeting of the apartment complex and noted that these apartments were situated one on top of another. Mr. Jay Cantor, 45 Henry Street, Cotati, was recognized and informed that he was representing Mr. George Kokalis and felt that Council policy did not exempt units not planned for conversion to condominiums, but only stated that Council would look with more favor on those that were planned. He informed that the parking situation could be remedied along with other problems brought up by the Planning Commission and that there were no objections to the conditions of the commission. He relayed that Mr. Kokalis would be willing to convert 2 apartments every six months and could wait six months to a year before starting to aid in relocation of tenants. He would also be willing to up grade the amenities. Discussion followed between the Council, attorney Cantor and Mr. Kokalis. Councilman Carbone made a motion to approve the condominium conversion on an incremental basis, which died for lack of a second. Upon motion of Councilman Stewart, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and approved by the following voice vote, the appli- cation of George Kokalis to convert the existing 26 apartment units to condominium. units was denied. AYES: (3) Councilmen Roberts, Stewart and Hopkins NOES. (1) Councilman Carbone ABSENT- (1) Councilman Beary Page 8 December 11, 1978 File No. 0637 - City Manager Callinan reviewed his memo to the Council dated Codding Enterprises, December 7, 1978 regarding this tentative map approved by Laguna Verde the Planning Commission. Planning Director Skanchy Industrial Subdivision directed Council's attention to the map on display at the meeting and explained the subdivision and the effect of the proposed road on the City -owned wastewater treatment plant property. Discussion followed. Mr. Ken Martin, representing Codding Enterprises, was recognized and informed that landscaping would be coordinated for a "park -like" setting in the industrial subdivision and noted tha the final map would still have to come before the Comoil for approval. Councilman Carbone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stewart, to approve she tentative map for Laguna Verde Industrial Subdivision. Discussion followed. Councilman Roberts made a friendly amendment to have the architectural plans come before the Council for review and approval. International City Manager Callinan informed that staff would be meeting Systems, Inc. with International Systems, Inc. this week regarding applications for grant funding and requested any priorities that Council feels should k-)e Applied for. Councilman Carbone's motion subject to the friendly amendment was unanimously approved. City Manager's City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his memo Report dated December 7, 1978 to the City Council for explanation of all matters on the City Manager's Report section of the agenda. Commuter and City Manager Callinan reported on the different plans for Downtown Parking commuter and downtown parking areas developed by staff and the commuter parking in the freeway interchange area designed by the State, all of which are pending for allocation of the Transportation Development Act funds. Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to continue working on means to develop parking and acquiring funds. Mountain Shadows City Manager Callinan reported that the new golf course is Golf Course coming along and the grass is growing in. He also reported that $8,500 has been received from Siemens Contracting, Inc. to cover staff spreading sand in the sand traps. Greivance Procedure City Manager Callinan reported that he will be meeting with R.P.P.O.A. and SCOPE to discuss the proposed grievance procedure for city employees and solicited comments on said procedure from Council. International City Manager Callinan informed that staff would be meeting Systems, Inc. with International Systems, Inc. this week regarding applications for grant funding and requested any priorities that Council feels should k-)e Applied for. Page 9 December 11, 1978 City Inspection of City Attorney Flitner informed that the City could inspect Mobile Home Parks and regulate mobile home parks within the City providing that an ordinance was passed taking the power of inspection away from the State. He advised that he would draft an ordinance for review at the next meeting. Youngblood vs. the City Attorney Flitner informed that in the case of Youngblood County of Los Angeles vs. the County of Los Angeles, the tentative map approval was upheld in court indicating that once approval was given, it could not be revoked. Meeting with Cotati Mayor Hopkins reported that he had been contacted by Alan City Council Stansbury of the Cotati City Council who wishes to meet with Council to discuss a five year plan. Theater Arts Mr. Jack Behl, ex-chairman for the Ad Hoc Committee for the Building Rohnert Park Cultural Arts Commission, was recognized and directed Council's attention to the report on the Theater Arts Building which Council has copies of. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Hopkins adjourned the meeting at approximately 9:47 p.m. xf -x Deputy City Clerk Boorse