1980/06/09 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
June 9, 1980,
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 Stewart
presiding. 'The regular session was preceded by an executive
session which commenced, at 7:00 p.m., and at which all Council -
men, except Councilman Cavalli, and City Manager Callinan and
City Attorney Flitner were present and which was held to
discuss personnel and litigation matters.
Call to Order - Mayor Stewart, called the meeting of the regular session to
order at, ap
proximately 7:35 p.m. and led the pledge of alle-
giance.
Ro11.Call Present:-(4) Councilmen Carbone, Hopkins, Roberts and Stewart
Absent.: (l) Councilman Cavalli (who was on vacation)
Staff present for al]. or part cif the meeting: City Manager
Callinan, City Attorney Flitr.er and Planning Director Skanchy
Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman H pkins, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, the minutes of May 27,
1980 were approved as submitted.
Approval. of Bills Upon motion of 'Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimo'uslY approved, the bills presented
per the attached list in the amount of 3484,190.81, were
approved as submitted.
Adding Non- Agendaed City Manager Callinan requested that a resolution extending
Matters the- deadline for submitting bids for Sunrise Park, Project
No. 1980 -2, be added to the City Manager's Report section
of the meeting agenda.
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City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his Council
meeting memo dated June 4., 1980 for explanation of all the
matters on the Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 80 -106 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING COMPLETION AND DIRECTING ENGINEER
TO FILE NOTICE OF COMPLETION (Copeland Creek Physical Fitness
Courst, Project No. 1979 -2)
Resolution No. 80 -107 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING COMPLETION AND DIRECTING ENGINEER
TO FILE N01ICE OF COMPLETION (Alicia - Benecia Pool Re-
surfacing, Project No. 1980 -�7)
Resolution No. 80 -108 RESOLUTION OF THE ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL REJECTING THE
CLAIM OF GEORGE A. AND CAROL A. GEISTER
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolutions
Nos. 80 -106 through 80 -108 was waived and said resolutions
were adopted.
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Women's Emergency
Betty Winter, member of the Two -City Business and Professional
Shelter Program
Women's Club, was recognized and introduced Janice Lint,
President, and Ricia taxies Past President, of the i3Pt + ?C,
Ni.ss Lint commented on BT11IC's concern about domestic
violence violence and r ^s e ?taxie read a resolution (a copy of which
is attached to the original set of these minutes) urging
approval of a financial contribution to the Women's Emergency
Shelter Program.
Betty Winter was again recognized and explained that the
BPWC had started working on soliciting donations for the
Emergency Shelter Program several months ago and expressed
appreciation for all the cooperation received from staff
and city officials.
Linda Reitzell, Director, and Julie Baldwin, Administrator
of the Women's Emergency Shelter,' were recognized and offered
to answer any questions about the'Women's Shelter Program
or the YWCA's request for financial assistance for same.
Discussion followed between Cou.icil members and hisses
Reitzell arid. Baldwin.
Councilman Hopkins made a'motion to have the YWCA's request
for financial support for. the Women's'Emergency Shelter
Program included in the 1980 -91 Proposed Budget for Council
consideration.
Councilman Carbone spconded the motion provided that the
item be given "high`:priority". Councilman Hopkins accepted
the amendment to the motion as a friendly amendment.
Councilman Hopkins' motion was unanimously approved by
a voice vote.
The Council directed that,all_:nterested parties be notified
of the Council's, budget work sessions when the Ilomen's
Emergency Shelter Program funding would be considered.
Commission
City Manager Callinan referred to his June 4, 1980 memo
Appointments
to the City; Council concerning appointments to the Parks
and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission and Cultural
Arts Commission.
Upon 'motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved by a voice vote, the
following incumbent Commissioners were appointed to:
1. Parks and Recreation Commission for a one•year term
commencing July 1, 1980:' William Jacobi., Roger Kreischer,
David O'Brien, George .Robinson and Barbara Uhl.
2. Planning? Commission for a two year term commencing
July 1, 19804 Eugene Grenache and Arthur Hollingsworth
3. Cultural.Arts Commission for a four year term commencing
July 1, 1980: Clara Brown.
By consensus of the Council the remainder of the apointments
(two vacancies on the Parks and Recreation Commission)
would be considered at the next regular Council meeting
when the full council was present.
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File No. 0739 - City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his Council
Codding Enterprises, meeting memo .dated June 4, 1980,.,concerning Codding Enterprises
Sizzler application for a Sizzler.Steak House.
Planning Director Skanchy, referring to plans on display,
gave ,his < staff. report,. ,
Mayor Stewart opened the scheduled public hearing on Codding
Enterprises' application for precise development plan and
architectural review for. a Sizzler Steak House located
north.of the Best,Western Motel. on the east side of South
Santa Rosa Avenue (Redwood Drive).
There being no one desiring to be heard and no written communica-
bons received, mayor Stewart closed the public hearing.
'Upon motion.of, Councilman Hopkins, seconded by,Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved., the Council granted
precise development plan and architectural review to Codding
St ,�k House-
Enterprises (File No. 0739,)
for a Sizzler
subject to the coedit ;.ons recomr,:anded in the planning staff
report.
Mr. Richard Codding, Codding Enterprises, was recognized
and commented on the opening of the new restaurant.
Communications
Communications per the attached outline were brought to
the attention of-the City Council. No action was taken
on any communications except.as specifically noted in these
minutes.
Speeding on Circle
Councilman Roberts informed that he had received a letter/
Drive
petition from Mrs. lathy Nelson r.. speeding cars on Circle
Drive:and that he would bring the matter up later in the
meeting.
City Manager's
City Manager Callinan 'referred the Council to his memo
Report
dated June 4,, 1980 to the Council for explanation,of all
matters on the City Manager's Report section of the meeting
agenda.
Joint. School Board/
Councilman Carbone said that he would be interested in
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hearing about the middle school concept at the upcoming
joint sebool -board /City Council meeting.
NWPRR Pedestrian
City Manager Callinan commented on the of youngsters
Crossing
crossing the-railroad trestle at Ccpela:ic'.Ct,, ek. He informed
that there was a possibility of the city railroad
cooperatively installing pedestrian in the area
,and that the railroad has been requested tc �J -so install
railings across the existing trestle.
Upon motion,. of, Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and :unanimously.approved,,the City Council authorized
installation,of a pedestrian crossing at the railroad tracks
at Copeland Creek.
Par Course
City Manager Callinan informed that the par course along
Copeland Creek receives quite a bit of use and favorable
comments concerning it have been received by city staff.
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Resolution No. 80 7109 RESOLUTION I?XSCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 80 -101 AND CALLING
FOR SEALED PROPOSALS. (Sunrise Park, Project; No. 1980 -2)
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution
No. 80 -109 was waived and said resolution was approved.
So.Co. Commercial / City Manager Callinan initiated a discussion concerning
Industrial Study the Sonoma County Commercial /Industrial Study. Discussion
followed.
Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Council directed
that a' letter `be sent over the Mayor's signature indicating
that the City Council endorses the Santa Rosa Chamber of
Commerce Resolution No.. 40 -80 urging further revision of
the study.
Marin /Sonoma Counties Mayor Stewart informed that_ Councilman Carbone and she
Growth had been iiab le to get together to consider revisions to
the proposed resolution concerning residential growth in
Mariin and Sonoma Counties (Resolution No. 80 -95). Discussion
followed.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, the City Council directed
that a letter transmitting Resolution No. 80 -95 be sent
to the Mayors' and Councilmen's Association of Sonoma County
for its review and comment.
Mayor's & Council- A brief discussion was held concerning various appointments
men's Appointments to be made by the Mayors' and Councilmen's Association of
Sonoma County.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, the Mayor was directed
to use her best judgement with reference to appointments
to be made by the Mayors' and Councilmen's Association.
Speeding on Councilman Roberts informed that Mrs. Nelson, 7249 Circle
Circle Drive Drive, had presented him with a letter /petition concerning
excessive speeding on:Circle Drive. Discussion followed.
Mrs. Kathy Nelson, 7249 Circle Drive, was recognized and
related some of the incidents that had occured in her neighboz-
hood. Discussion followed.
Mrs. Joan Wavely,.7280 Circle Drive, was recognized and
also commented on the matter.
City Manager Callinan indicated that someone would be in
P nnnh e.r th tha vaci rlrmntc concerning tha MA+tPr_
Railroad Ties Councilman Roberts indicated that he had received several
Condition calls from residents concerning the condition of the NWPRR
tracks shortly after a NBC 20/20 broadcast. He commented
on how the tracks are maintained and the maintenance overseen
by the State.Pub lic Utilities Commission.
Adjournment
Mr. Standsbury responded about scheduled meeting times. He
informed that the transit district would be acquiring 12
coaches with wheelchair lifts, one would be used on Route
70, and that a meeting would be held in Petaluma concerning
allocation of cost for the club bus system.
Councilman Carbone suggested that Golden Gate Transit consider
developing a railway commuter system between Sonoma County
and just north of the Golden Gate Bridge.
There being no further business, Mayor Stewart adjourned
the meeting at approximately 8:59 p.m.
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Speeding on
Steve Rose, 4401 Hazel Court, was recognized and reminded
Holly Drive
that he had written the City Council and talked with City
Manager Callinan concerning excessive speeding on Holly
Drive to Snyder Lane and recounted another recent
incident.
Discussion followed during which the Council suggested
that Mr. Rose contact City Manager Callinan with pertinent
information.
Golden Gate Transit
Alan Stansburg, Councilman of the City of Cotati and Sonoma
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County's city representative on the Golden Gate Bay Area
Bridge and Highway District was recognized and commented
on allocation of Golden Gate Transit cost, subsidizing of
Marin County transit deficit, and other related transit
matters.
Bina Vandervort inquired why transit public hearings were
held on Thursday morning when commuters would not be able
to attend.
Adjournment
Mr. Standsbury responded about scheduled meeting times. He
informed that the transit district would be acquiring 12
coaches with wheelchair lifts, one would be used on Route
70, and that a meeting would be held in Petaluma concerning
allocation of cost for the club bus system.
Councilman Carbone suggested that Golden Gate Transit consider
developing a railway commuter system between Sonoma County
and just north of the Golden Gate Bridge.
There being no further business, Mayor Stewart adjourned
the meeting at approximately 8:59 p.m.
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Whereas, the California Federation of Business & Professional
Women's Club's Legislative Platform supports and defends
legislation concerning the prevention and prosecution
of crimes concerning domestic violence and sexual assault;
Whereas, the Sonoma County YWCA Women's Emergency Shelter Program
(W.E.S.P.) provides services to victims of domestic
violence;
Whereas, a number of citizens of the City of Rohnert Park have
availed themselves of the Women's Emergency Shelter
Program's services in the recent past;
Therefore, be it resolved that the Two-City Business & Professional
Women's Club of Rohnert Park and Cotati urges the Rohnert
Park City Council to take positive action, on June 9, 1980,
concerning the proposal submitted by the YWCA Women's
Emergency Shelter Program.
Therefore, be it further resolved, that the Two-City Business &
Professional Women's Club urges the Rohr ert Park City
Council to set aside funds for the Sonoma County YWCA
Women's Emergency Shelter Program.
Adopted at the Two-City BIIWC Business meeting -- May 6, 1980