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1979/01/22 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES January 22, 1979 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park 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 7:00 p.m. and at which Councilmen Beary, Carbone, Mayor 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 approximately 7:05 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Invocation Councilman Stewart Arrives Present: (3) Councilmen Beary, Carbone and Hopkins Late: (2) Councilmen Roberts and Stewart (whose time of arrival is specifically noted in these minutes) Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney 'part (whose time of arrival is specifically noted in these minutes), Director of Parks and Recreation Pekkain, Public Safety Director Dennett, and Public Safety Lt. Amantite. Monsignor George Shirle, St. Joseph's Catholic Church, was present and gave the invocation to start the new year. Councilman Stewart arrived at this point in the meeting, the time being approximately 7:08 p.m. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Carbone, and unanimously approved, the minutes of January 8, 1979 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Carbone, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $556,374.00 were approved. Said total includes $1,000.00 for the Rohnert Park Civic Commission. Adding Non - Agendaed City Manager Callinan requested that time be alloted after Items the Consent Calendar to consider a resolution for an amended assessment, and advised that Resolution No. 79 ®13 would be dropped from the Consent Calendar as the Department of Public Works will be doing the approach cork at a cost of approximately $4,600.00 Councilman Roberts Councilman Roberts arrived at this point in the meeting, Arrives the time being approximately 7.11 p.m. 5C C aC 7. 0 36 re °a� ae C C C ae 9r °a6 C 9C 9. s Page 2 January 22, 1979 CONSENT CALENDAR City Manager Callinan refer-red the Council to his memo dated January 19, 1979 to the City Council for explanation of all matters on the Consent Calendar. Resolution No. 79-11 RESOLUTION OF THE ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL REJECTING THE CLAIM OF WILLIAM LUICK Resolution No. 7912 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED (Portion of Right-of-Wav for Snyder Lane) Resolution No. 79.14 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, COUNTY OF SONOMA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FIVE YEAR FEDERAL AID URBAN SYSTEM PROGRAMS FOR THE HEALDSBURG, URBAN AREA - SANTA ROSA URBANIZED AREA AND THE PETALUMA URBAN AREA Resolution No, 79-15 RESOLUTION AMENDING CERTAIN PLANNING AND ZONING, SUBDIVISION AND RELATED FEES Resolution No. 79-16 RESOLUTION COMMENDING FORMER SUPERVISOR GEORGE DELON(:-, Resolution No. 79-17 RESOLUTION COMMENDING JACK SAWIS Amendments to Memo- Ratifying amendment to Memorandums of Agreement with Rohnert randums of Agreement Park Peace Officers' Association (R.P.P.O.A.) and Sonoma County Organization of Public Employees (SCOPE). Parcel Map Parcel Map No. 48, revised, Rosenberg/Feigenberg, area north of Avram. Avenue . and south of Copeland Creek, behind the present City Office building. Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman Stewart, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution Nos. 79-11 and 79-12 and 79-14 through 79-17 was waived and said resolutions were adopted, and the amendments to the Memorandums of Agreement, and the revised parcel map were approved. * * * * * * * * n; * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * City Attorney Flitner City Attorney Flitner arrived at this point in the meeting, arrives the time being approximately 7.-12 p.m. Resolution No® 79-18 A RESOLUTION DIRECTING MAKING OF AMENDED ASSESSMENT RE CERTAIN ASSESSMENTS UNDER RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 71 PROJECT NO. 1956-1, ASSESS=.- NO. 6.9.4.1.1-1.1-1.2-1 City Manager Callinan explained the resolution. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Carbone, and unanimously approved with Councilman Beanj abstaining, reading of Resolution No. 79-18 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Page 3 January 22, 1979 Weblos Scout Pack No. Weblos Scout Pack No. 352 was recognized and several members 352 Re, Needs of `'L'` came forward and thanked. Councilman Stewart for her attendance Neighborhood at one of their meetings. They then requested information on the proposed swimming pool for "L" section, the possibility of lights at the baseball diamond and soccer field in Ladybug Park, the status of bike paths in the neighborhood and the completion of Lydia Park. Discussion followed. Five Year Transit Mr. Allen Stansbury, Cotati Councilman and member of the Development Plan Golden Gate Bridge and Highway Transportation District Board of Directors, was recognized and commented on the five year transit development program. He then introduced Mr. Carney Campion, secretary of the Board of Directors, who discussed the problems facing the commuters north of San Francisco who must use the bridge and requested the help of local governments in development and extension of an exclusive bus lane to help in alleviating this problem. Discussion followed between Mr. Campion and members of the Council. Mr. Stansbury then handed out copies of the five year transit development program to all members of the City Council and thanked it for the time on the agenda, Rapozo Ranch Park Supervisor Helen Rudee, Sonoma County Board of Supervisors, was recognized and complimented Rohnert Park on its many parks and open spaces. She advised that the county was standing still on its development of Rapozo Park to see how next year goes along but that she felt that the 128 acres should be used even without recreational facilities. She advised that the county would have some signs and indicators made for the park and expressed her concern over liabilities when things are not smoothed out. Mr. Joe Rodota, Director Sonoma County Regional Parks, was recognized and informed that the county would make some minor improvements, such as small parking areas, toilets, and picnic sites as outlined on the map which was on display at the meeting. He also informed that a park ranger would periodically supervise the area along with other parks and that this would be financed from funds for minor improvements and not development funds. Youth Employment City Manager Callinan advised that IIr. Roy B. Logstone could Service Program not be present and that Mr. John Sanchez, State of California Employment Development Department Representative, would speak in his place. Mr. Sanchez was recognized and discussed the need for funds from Rohnert Park for this summer's Program. Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman Stewart, and unanimously approved, the request for $653.70 for the Youth Employment Service for the 1979 summer program was approved.. Page 4 January 22, 1979 Report on Bicycle Councilman Carbone informed that Mr. Joshua Haber was in System Los Angeles and could riot be there to present his report entitled "Analysis of the Rohnert Park Bicycle System ", a copy of which had been provided to each Councilman. Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the report entitled "Analysis of the Rohnert Park Bicycle System" will be given to the Parks and Recreation Commission for review and comment. Project No. 1978 -14, City Manager Callinan requested that this item be continued Executive Avenue until the next Council meeting in the hopes that a final Assessment District resolution to roadway access can be reached between the property owners. Planning and Mayor Hopkins noted that since the meeting was running ahead Zoning Matters of schedule on the agenda, planning and zoning matters would be postponed until later in the meeting. Com. unications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the Council. No action was taken on any corrununications except as noted specifically in these minutes. City Manager's City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his Council Report meeting memo dated January 19, 1979 for explanation of all matters on the City Manager's Report section of the agenda° Maternity Benefits City Manager Callinan reviewed his Council meeting memo dated January 199 1979 covering maternity. Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, mmaternity benefits paid to employees is increased to $600 commencing with 1979, with the condition that it be coordinated with other group insurance coverage and not duplicated. Classification Study City Manager Callinan informed that this item will be on the agenda for the next meeting. Widening of Rohnert City Manager Callinan informed that a letter had been received Park Expressway from Civil Engineer Milt Hudis estimating the cost for pre - liminary plans for the widening of the Rohnert Park Expressway at not to exceed $16,0000 Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the estimate and scope of work as outlined in the letter of January 16, 1979 from M. Hudis 8 Associates was accepted. PERS Class Action City Attorney Flitner advised that the class action lawsuit Lawsuit against PERS and numerous cities has been accepted and that he has contacted two law firms in the Los Angeles area con cerning counsel for the City. The firm of Burke, Williams and Sorenson will work for $60 --75 per hour, and the firm of Page 5 January 22, 1979 Rutan and Tucker will charge a pro rata share of $250. He commented that the hourly fee with a specified limit would be in the best interest of the city. The Council expressed approval with this recommendation. Mr. Flitner advised that he would firm up the matter. Traffic on Santa Councilman Beary expressed his concern with speeding on Santa Dorotea Circle at Dorotea Circle and suggested a stop sign be placed at its Dawn Drive southern intersection with Dawn Drive. Discussion followed. Resolution No. 79 -19 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGN Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman Stewart, and approved by the following roll call vote, reading of Resolution No. 79 -19 was waived and said resolution was adopted. AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Carbone, Roberts and Stewart NOES: (1) Mayor Hopkins Councilmen Carbone Councilmen Carbone and Roberts left the Council chambers and Roberts Leave at approximately 8:36 p.m. Ambulance Service City Manager Callinan referred Council to his memo dated January 19, 1979 to the City Council regarding Ambulance Service explaining the conditions for the proposed agreement with Cadle's Mercy Ambulance Service and staff's recommen- dation for approval. Councilmen Carbone Councilmen Carbone and Roberts returned to the Council and Roberts Return chambers at approximately 8:42 p.m. Discussion followed between City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Flitner and members of the Council concerning ambulance and paramedic service. Mr. Jim Groom, representing Cadle's Mercy Ambulance Service, was recognized and discussed the different functions of ambulance personnel. Discussion followed. Ms. Nancy Marad was recognized and asked what the difference is between an EMT-2 and a paramedic. Mr. Groom explained the different types of ambulance personnel and their corresponding functions. Further discussion followed. In response to a question from Councilman Roberts, Mr. Lou Yeomans, 232 Apple Lane, was recognized and informed that he is an -1 on the City's ambulance personnel and that there are just not enough volunteers to staff the ambulances and he could see no other way to provide adequate service to the community. Discussion followed regarding different names for the street. Councilman Carbone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stewart, and unanimously approved, to change the street name from "South Santa Rosa Avenue " to another name which will be decided at the next Council meeting. Revising Golf City Manager Callinan referred to his memo dated January 19, Course Rates 1979 to the City Council with regards to the recommendation to charge an additional $2.50 fee on annual card holders for each round of golf played on Saturday, Sunday or holidays before 1:00 p.m., which matter was continued from the last Council meetings Page 6 January 22, 1979 Councilman Stewart made a motion, seconded by Councilman Carbone, and approved by the following roll call vote, to require Cadle "s Mercy Ambulance Service to commence paramedic service on July 1, 19790 AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Carbone, Roberts, Stewart and Hopkins NOES: (0) None Resolution Noe 79-20 RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH CADLE "S MERCY AMBULANCE SERVICE Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman Beary, and approved by the following roll call vote, reading of Resolution No. 79 -20 was waived and said resolution was adopted. AYES: (5) Councilmen Beary, Carbone, Roberts, Stewart and Hopkins NOES: (0) None File No. 0643, City Manager Callinan referred Council to his memo dated Renaming South January 19, 1979 to the City Council for explanation of Santa Rosa Avenue this matter. Mayor Hopkins opened the public hearing, on changing the street name from "South Santa Rosa Avenue " to "West Side Avenue " or any other name. City Manager Callinan informed that a telephone call was received from Mr. Phil Talamentas, manager of 101 Inter- national, who indicated that he would like to see the street name changed and suggested it be effective to correspond with the issuance of a new telephone directory. There being no one else desiring to be heard, Mayor Hopkins closed the -public hearing, Discussion followed regarding different names for the street. Councilman Carbone made a motion, seconded by Councilman Stewart, and unanimously approved, to change the street name from "South Santa Rosa Avenue " to another name which will be decided at the next Council meeting. Revising Golf City Manager Callinan referred to his memo dated January 19, Course Rates 1979 to the City Council with regards to the recommendation to charge an additional $2.50 fee on annual card holders for each round of golf played on Saturday, Sunday or holidays before 1:00 p.m., which matter was continued from the last Council meetings Page 7 January 22.; 1979 Mr Herbert Lyons; 56 Mulberry Court,, was recognized and informed that the course was in terrible shape and is not worth 25� to play on it. Mr, Joe Broderick, 5309 Eunice Street, was recognized and asked that consideration be given to senior citizens when imposing an additional charge. Mr. Charles Kitchen:, Hollingsworth Circle, was recognized and commented on the condition of the course and the pro shop, He felt that both needed improving as he has been given tee off times only to have to wait 1 to 1 -1/2 hours to tee off and advised that he was not considering renewal of his annual card. Piro Dohne D'La Clair, 222 Parque Margarita, was recognized and expressed. his concern with the over watering of the course to the point of ruining golf shoes and seeing the sprinklers on in the rain, He also stated that the course was over watered and soggy before major tournaments of the ?'Ten ' s Calf Club Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Carbone, and unanimously approved, the additional charge of $2.50 to annual card holders was denied. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Hopkins adjourned the meeting at approximately 9 55 p.m. Deputy City Clerk Boorse