1981/07/13 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
July 13, 1981
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 Cavalli
presiding.
Call to Order
Mayor Cavalli called the'meeti ng of the regular session to
order at approximately 7:09 p.m. and led the pledge of
allegiance.
Roll Call
Present: (4) Councilmen Hollingsworth, Hopkins, Roberts
and Cavalli
Absent- (1) Councilman Stewart
Staff present for all or . part of the meeting: City Manager
Callinan, Finance Director Netter and City Attorney Flitner.
Approval of Minutes
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins,-..seconded by Councilman
Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, the minutes of
June 22, 1981 were approved as submitted.
Approval of Bills
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per
the attached list in the amount of $805,624.67 were approved.
Non-agendaed Items
City Manager Callinan requested that time be allotted immediate-
ly after the "Senior Citizens Center-Update" and before the
"Budget" section of the meetings agenda to discuss Chamber
of Commerce Funding.
Parks & Recreation/
Mayor Cavalli read the names of the applicants for the Parks
Cultural Arts Comm.
and Recreation Commissions, i.e. Joan K. Hill, Douglas E.
Appointments
Hopley, Charlotte Krauser, Edgar O. Little, Annette Lyons,
John Reichert, Bradford J. Savage, K6nneth W. Scobee, and
Yvonne Sullivan.
Parks and Recreation Commission applicant John Reichert,
6299 Country Club Drive was recognized and expressed his
interest in becoming a member of the Commission.
City Manager Callinan
City Manager Callinan left the Council Chambers at this point
Leaves and Returns
in the meeting the time being approximately 7-12 p.m. and
returned at approximately 7.13 p.m.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, John Reichert was appointed
to the Parks and Recreation Commission for the term commencing
immediately and expiring June 30, 1982.
Mayor Cavalli read aloud the names of the applicants for the
Cultural Arts Commission, i.e. Cary Collett and Dee Kahuila.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Dee Kahuila was appointed
to the Cultural Arts Commission for a four (4) year term
commencing immediately and expiring June 30, 1985.
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C 0 N,S.E N,T : ;C A L E N D.A R
City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his Council
meeting memo dated July 9, 1981 for explanation of all the
matters on the consent calendar.
Resolution,No'. 81 -124
RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REJECTING
THE CLAIM ,OF CHARLES EDiJARD" MANLEY
Resolution No. 81-125
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING COMPLETION AND DIRECTING ENGINEER TO
PILE NOTICE OF' COMPLIETIOTT ''Partr Rnopl —I I T 4-1- -4 .i.
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Project No. :1980 -19) y
Resolution. No, 81 °1446
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING COMPLETION AND DIRECTING ENGINEER TO
FILE-NOTICE OF COMPLETION (Wells Dose 17 & 18, Project No.
1979 --6)
Final Map /File 0537
Approval of final map for Rock Meadow Condominiums, a four
building, 20�unit c6nd6mihium project to be located on the
southwest`-'corner of Cristobal inlay and East Cotati Avenue, and
authorizing the Mayor to execute appropriate subdivision
`agreement_'prior� to the map being released for recording.
Upon motion'' of'Councilmgn'Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, reading,of Resolution
Nos. 81124' through 81 -1126 was 'Taaived and said resolutions
were.- adcpted arid:-'.the final map for Rock Meadow Condominium
-,was approved: ;
Certificates of
City Manager Callinan informed that Jim Henley and Barbara
Appreciation for
Uhl should'each receive a certificate of appreciation in
Service
recognition of their; 'service on the Parks and Recreation
Commission. Mr. Callinan informed that each of the certifi-
"
cates of appreciation would'be appropriately framed and
presented.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by-Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously- approved,'certificates of apprecia-
tion were awarded to Jim Henley and Barbara Uhl in recognition
of .'their service Ito the city,
Planning and Zoning-`;.?
City Manager Callinan informed that copies of planning staff
Matters
reports, Planning Commission minutes, communications and
other pertinent- in'fOTmation relating to the Planning and
Zoning Matters section of the meeting agenda had'been'previous-
TNS,r__ t0,T F o M Pl) &E
ly disseminated to each Council member.
File No. 079.2 -,Scandia,,
City Manager Callinan gave a' report''concerning the application
Co,, L't& ,.Precise
of Scandia Co., Ltd. for precise development plan and archi-
Devel.opment,Plan &:
teetural review for a 21,600 square foot commercial /office
Architectural Rvw<
and warehouse building to be 'located at the southeast end
of Cascade Court in the ML /PD district. Mr. Callinan referred
Council to.site,.plans and elevations on display and noted that
he ivatter was Auly noticed for pub-lic hearing.
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r.councilman Councilman Hollingsworth left the Council Chambers at this
Hollingsworth Leaves point in the meeting the time being approximately 7:20 P.M.
Mayor Cavalli opened the public hearing on the application
of Scandia Co., Ltd. for precise development plan and archi-
tectural review for a commercial /office and warehouse building
(File No. 0792).
There being no one desiring to be heard and no written
communications received, Mayor Cavalli closed the public hearing.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and approved by the following roll call vote, the
Council granted precise development plan and architectural
approval to Scandia Co., Ltd. for a commercial /office and
warehouse building (File No. 0792) subject to the conditions
contained in the planning staff report.
AYES: (3) Councilmen Hopkins, Roberts and Cavalli
NOES: (0) None
ABSENT-: (2) Councilmen Hollingsworth and Stewart
Councilman Councilman Hollingsworth returned to the Council Chambers at
Hollingsworth Returns this point in the meeting the time being approximately 7 :25 p.m.
File No. 0799 -Losk & City Manager Callinan gave a report concerning the application
Co., Precise Develop- of Losk and Company for precise development plan and archi-
ment Plan & Architec- tectural review for two office /warehouse buildings to be
tural Review located on the northwest corner of Labath Avenue and Carlson
Court within the Laguna Verde Industrial Subdivision. Mr.
Callinan referred Council to site plans and elevations on
display and noted that the matter was duly noticed for public
hearing.
Mayor Cavalli opened the public hearing on the application
of Losk and Company for precise development plan and archi-
tectural review for two office warehouse buildings (File
No. 0799).
There being no desiring to be heard and no written communica-
tions received, Mayor Cavalli closed the public hearing.
Discussion followed concerning the proposed projects exposed
aggregate siding material.
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Council granted pre -
cise development plan and architectural approval to Losk &
Co., for two office /warehouse buildings (File No. 0799)
subject to the conditions contained in the planning staff
report and subject to the Councils approval of the exposed
aggregate siding material.
File No. 0500- Charles City Manager Callinan gave a report concerning the applica-
Bennett, Precise tion of Charles Bennett for precise development plan and
Development Plan & architectural review for a 9,136 square foot office /warehouse
Architectural Review building to be located at the southeast end of Classic Court,
Page July 139 „1981
approximately 300 feet northeast of State Farm Drive. Mr.
Callinan referred Council to site plans and elevations on
display and noted that the matter..was duly noticed for public
hearing.
Majror Cavalli opened the public hearing on the application of
Charles Bennett for precise development plan and architectural
review for a office /warehouse.building (File No. 0800),
Stan Clark, architect for the proposed project was recognized
and offered to answer any questions.
There being no one further desiring, to be heard and no written
communications'received9 Mayor Cavalli closed the public hearing.
Upon motion of Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Council granted precise
development plan'and architectural approval to Charles Bennett
for a office /wareh.ouse.building (File No. 0800) subject to.
the conditions contained in the,planining staff report.
File No. 0802 - Codding City Manager Callinan gave, a, report concerning the application
Enterprises, Architec- of Codding Enterprises' for architectural review for a 25,000
tural Review square foot doss Department "Store „to be developed on the west
side.of State Farm.Drive,.south of and contiguous to Enterprise
Drive,. 'Mr. Call,inan referred,Council to site plans on display.
Mayor Cavalli.opened a,public hearing on the application of
Codding Enterprises for architectural review for a department
store (File No. 0302). .
Annette Lyons, 7518 Boris Court was recognized and questioned
whether the'proposed` department store location and parking
"would'effect,the Senior Citizen.Drop --In site.
Hugh Codding, President of Codding Enterprises was recognized
and briefly explained .the proposed project.
Councilman Hollingsworth,expressed concern for the existing
marked parking spaces provided for the U.S. Postal employees.
Mr. Hollingsworth pointed out that the parking may be in
conflict with the parking arrangements proposed for the new
department store.
Discussion followed between Mr. Codding and Council.
Council expressed concern for Planning Commissions condition
that applicant provide a piece of sculpture for the proposed
project. Discussion followed.
Council also expressed concern for the limited service
vehicle,access to the rear of the proposed department store.
Discussion.followed. r
There being'no one further desiring to be heard and no
written rnmmiini rat3nng r c cu Mayo . %r aval 7 7 -1 c7 l osed
the eiJed rrt »
public hearing,
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Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins., seconded by Councilman
Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, the Council approved
the location ,of'the proposed department store but _asked the
applicant 'to further study the pa;Fking layout and other
buildings layout and return for-further considerationd�,
Councilman Hopkins
Councilman Hopkins left the.-Council Chambers at'.tbis point.
Leaves
in the meeting the time being approximately 8.15 P.m,.'
Colegio Vista Park.
City..lanager Callinan, referring to his Council meeting memo
Parking Lot
dated July 9, 1951, briefly reviewed site plans for the pro- -
pnsed Colegio Vista Park parking lots: Mr. Callinan pointed
out that the parking lot was on school property and that the
school district has consented to.its development.
Discussion followed. It was the consensus of the Council to
approve the layout and to proceed with the final plans for the
proposed Colegio Vista Park.parking lot so that the project
can be put. out to bid.
Recess
Mayor Cavalli called a recess' 'at thfs"'point in the meeting,
the, time being approximately 8. 20"
Reconvene
Mayor C,avalli reconvened ''the meeting°at approximately 8;25.;
p<mo.with all Councilmen., except, Councilman Stewart, present.
Senior Citizen Center
City manager Callinan referred Council to his Council meeting`
Update
memo dated July 9, 1951 concerning .the Senior Citizens Advisory
Commission's request-for a S,enior.Citizen Drop-in Center.
Peter r2cCorm3ck,•Pre'sdent of. the Senior Citizens Advisory
Commission was recognized: and read aloud a letter to the
City Council (a copy of which is attached to the orighal set
of these minutes).regnestinp the use of space in the Towne
Center.'Shopping Center for "a Senior Citizen Drop -In Center.
Daisy Dolbyy.Senior Citizens Advisory Commissioner was recog-
nized and requested -that' the proposed drop -in center be open
seven (7). days a' week.,; .
City Manager Callinan referred to a site plan on display of
the proposed drop-iii center and indicated that the City's
budget provided $10,000-towards same.
Beatrice Jones, 7405 Adrian Drive was recognized and questioned
the feasibility of spending city funds for a new site when
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the Burton Avenue.Recreation Center could be used,
Mr. Herb Lyons9r7518 Boris Court was recognized and also
questioned the feasibility of spending city funds for a new
site. Mr.,, Lyons.pointed out various qualities of the Burton
Avenue Recreation Center that the new center would not have,
i.e. kitchen, stage, cardroom, etc.
Maurice Seaman, 203 Walnut:Circlewas recognized and suggested
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moving slowly with respect to the proposed drop -in center.
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Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, the Council approved
the development of a Senior Citizen Drop -In Center in the
Towne Center Shopping Center subject to approval of the
1951 -$2 budget.
Chamber of Commerce/ City Manager Callinan expressed concern for the lack of
City Funding city promotion by the Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Callinan
pointed out that he has received calls from individuals and
organizations who have been turned away by the Chamber for
funding. He felt that the Pioneers baseball team should be
getting better promotion as well as other organizations in
town. Mr. Callinan recommended Council consider the Chamber
of Commerce's henpfita to the riYV and determine whether Choy,
warrant a reduction in city funds or possibly no funding at
all,
Discussion followed during which it was recommended that the
Council write :a letter to the Chamber of Commerce expressing
the city's concerns and outlining what the city feels the
chambers responsibilities are. It was also agreed that
Councilmen Roberts and Councilman Hopkins were appointed to
meet with representatives of the Chamber of Commerce concern-
ing funding.
Federal General City Manager Callinan directed. Council to his Council meeting
Revenue Sharing Funds memo dated July 9, 1981 concerning Federal Revenue Sharing
Funds, and read aloud said memo. He recommended that the
Revenue Sharing Funds be earmarked for the further development
of the Community Center site (gym /theatre).
Mayor Cavalli opened the scheduled public hearing on Federal
General Revenue Sharing Funds, Entitlement No. 13.
Annette Lyons, 7513 Boris Court was recognized and recommended
upgrading of the kitchen at Burton Avenue Recreation Center.
Mrs. Lyons also recommended new stageaurtains, draperies and
.blinds for the Burton Avenue Recreation Center.
Mr. Callinan indicated that these items were currently being
looked into and funding would come from the Capital Outlay
Fund.
Jim Orr, 7464 Boris Court was recognized and recommended im-
provements to the city's existing; facilities, i.e. Burton
Avenue Recreation Center. Mr. Orr also questioned the
accumulation of General Revenue Sharing Funds for development
of the Community Center site.
Carol Coleman, 6063 Evelyn Avenue was recognized and expressed
support for the theatre arts building proposed as part of
the Community Center site development.
A written communication received from a Mr. Gillman, Racquet
Club recommending use of the funds for a masonary wall along
the Expressway was noted and made'part of the record.
There being no one further desiring to be heard and no other
written communications presented, Mayor Cavalli closed the
public hearing.
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July 139 1981
Resolution Ito. 81-127 RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE CITY Or,
ROHNERT PARK. FOR THE FISCAL YEA-. 198182
City Manager Callinan explained said resolution referring
Council to his Council meeting memo dated July 99 1981. Mr.
Callinan noted that the matter was agendized for another
public hearing to allow ample opportunity for public comment
on the proposed budget.
Mayor Cavalli opened the public hearing on the Proposed 1981 -82
Budget.
Howard Boggs, 5430 Commerce Boulevard was recognized and
expressed support foi-the 'Chamber of Commerce.
Annette Lyons was recognized and Initiated discussion concern-
ing the development of restroom facilities with access-from'
inside the-Benecia Park Recreation wilding.
There being no one further desiring to be heard and no written
communications received, Mayor Cavalli closed the public hearing.
City Manager Callinan read aloud Resolution No. 81-127. Dis-
cussion followed during which the Council made some changes
on the resolution._
Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Robert,s,. and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 81 -127
was adopted.
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.
A letter regarding perpendicular parking by Susan Coppock
was pointed out for discussion.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the Council went on
record as authorizing perpendicular parking where it will
not impose any threat to public health or safety.
Mayor Cavalli referred to the letter received from the City of
Cotati requesting support of the Vietnam Veterans strike and
transmitting information on Agent Orange. Discussion followed.
Councilman Hollingsworth made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Roberts and unanimously approved, to take no action regarding
the Vietnam Veterans strike or Cotati's letter.
City Manager's Report City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his Council
meeting memo dated July 9, 1981 for explanation of all the
matters on the City Manager's Report section of the meetings
agenda.
R.P. Expressway City Manager Callinan reminded Council of the official ribbon -
Dedication cutting dedication planned for 11:30 a.m., Friday, July 17
followed by a luncheon at Zanevs.
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Loch Lomand Manor City Manager Callinan grave an update on the status of the
Abatement Loch Lomand Manor abatement proceedings noting that in order
to hear the appeal a Board of Appeals consisting of five
members must be established. Mr. Callinan recommended that
the Council appoint tnemselves to the Board of Appeals and
set a hearing for 7 °00 p.m. August 10, 19310
Councilman Roberts made a motion; seconded by Councilman
Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, to appoint the
Rohnert Park City Council as the Board of Appeals under the
Uniform Code for the Abatement:of,Dangerous Buildings in the
Loch Lomand Manor Abatement proceedings and set a hearing for
7 °00 p.m. August 10, 1931 during the regularly_ scheduled
Council meeting.
Assessment Bond Fraud City Manager Callinan informed that Finance Director getter
will be working with the appropriate county offices and
attorneys regarding ,the apparent fraud perpetrated by the use
of certain fake assessment bonds.
trlastewater Grant City Manager,.Callinan reported of a meeting between city staff
Audit and State Department of Grater Resources representative.James
Montgomery pertaining to the closeout of the grant received
for wastewater treatment facilities. 11ro Callinan indicated
that the meeting was held to discuss the audits disallowing
some charges that the city thought should be refundable, and
some additional funds might be forthcoming to the city as a
result of the meeting,
Golf Course Barrier City t-fanager Callinan reported the installation of a barrier
on the Tuft's property on hole No. 2 of the Mountain Shadows
north golf course noting that the only expense was s)me staff
time and use of a lift truck.
Board of Education City Mra.nager Callinan indicated receiving correspondence from
Dinner meetings School Supt. McConnell requesting two dinner meetings between
the City Council and the Board of Education °, one in October
1931 and one in March 19920
It was the concensus of the Council to hold said dinner
meetings one on October 5, 1931 and the other March 1, 19320
Employee Assistance City Manager Callinan pointed out that staff was still
Program trying to work out an employee assistance program for housing.
Tyro Callinan indicated that he was currently working on the
idea of the city buying a share in the home with the employees
Discussion followed.
Country Club Drive/ City Manager Callinan reported that as .a means of reducing
Street Lights the costs of lighting several street lights along; Country
Club Drive have been turned off. Piro Callinan indicated that
the necessary lighting was not effected thus the unnecessary
light standards could possibly be removed. Mr. Callinan also
noted that additional lights could be turned off as far as
Santa Doro.teao
Ralph Fitch, P.G.&E, rePres_-representative was recognized and pointed
out that removing the unnecessary street lights standards would
be at no expense to the city.
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Councilman Hollingsworth made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to approve the removal of
the unnecessary street light standards along Country Club
Drive as staff recommends.
Public Safety, Citizens. .City - Nanage_r. CallinanY:, gave a repox.t on the` false allegations
Complaints;.:., made:'against the members of the Public Safety Department. Per.
Callinan pointed out that citizens complaints against Public
Safety Personnel are investigated thoroughly thus costing the
city dollars and man time. He indicated that he was working
on the ppssibility.:.of holding individuals responsible for
costs incurred in cases�of false allegations. Discussions
followed.
Councilman Roberts_made..a. motion, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved that the Council support
the concept of holding individuals responsible for false
allegations against city police personnel.
Cal Skate Art Club City Manager Callinan initiated discussion concerning a request
received from members of the Cal Skate Roller Art Club for
supportive funds to send one of their''couples to the Roller
Skating',finajs.in.Fort Glorthj Texas;. fir. Callinan indicated'
that the Chambercof Commerce had - turned down any offer of
funding. Mr. Callinan noted that the couple would be repre-
senting-the City of Rohnert Park's' roller club.
Discussion followed.
Councilman Hopkins made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Hollingsworth,_.to donate $100 to the Cal Skate Roller Art
Club to`send one of its couples to the championship in
Fort. Worth, Texas.
Council expressed concern for the Chamber of Commerce's lack
of participation in city sponsored activities.
Councilman Hollingsworth withdrew his second and said motion
died for lack of same. The Council committee of Hopkins and
Roberts will discuss the matter with the Chamber of Commerce.
PERS Funds Councilman Hopkins initiated discussion concerning State
Legislatures tightening upon city's investment of Public
Employees' Retirement System funds. Mr.: Hopkin's requ steel "'
staff look into the matter and encourage State Legislature
to be more flexible with investing PERS funds.
City Directory Councilman Roberts initiated discussion concerning the possi-
bility of installing stadium direction signs on the freeway and
installing a city directory pointing out various city recreational
facilities, etc. Mr. Roberts also requested that the existing
Double Decker Bowling sign owned by the city be used to adver-
tise the new baseball stadium. Discussion followed.
Rohnert Park Inn Councilman Hollingsworth requested that the Rohnert Park Inn
planning matter be placed on the next regularly scheduled
City Council meeting.
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Shopping Center Traffic Councilman Hollingsworth initiated discussion concerning the
amount of traffic flow through the Towne Center shopping
center drive - through and the possible need for a stop sign
in same.
Side Yard Reduction Mayor Cavalli initiated a brief discussion concerning the
Use Permits number of use permits issued to reduce the side and back yards
of many residences in the city. Discussion followed.
Mayor Cavalli briefly questioned the possibility of placing
manufactured sine family homes on lots within the city.
City Manager Callinan indicated that the possibility was slim
due to the fact that there were very few vacant lots within
the city.
City Attorney Flitner pointed out that tie was currently
putting together an ordinance for review pertaining to the
placement of manufactured single family homes within the city.
Adjournment There being no further business the meeting was adjourned
at approximately 10 :31 p.m.
Mayor Cavall
ATTEST:
Deputy CityA Jerk Walls
-June 27, 1981
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To: Pete Callinan, R.P. City Manager
Re: Proposed Senior Citizen Drop -in Center
Just a few personal comments re /above. At the June 22 Council
meeting I handed you a list of items I felt would be important
enough to direct funds towards. I had the feeling from the
general comments between yourself and Pete McCormick that it
had already been decided that Raley's Shopping Center would
be the place for the drop -in center. I also read in the
Clarion, after the last Senior Citizen Advisory Committee
meeting, the vote regarding the drop -in center location was
unanimous for Burton Ave. Rec. Center. As a senior citizen,
I personally would like to see R.P. eventually have a permanent
site for a senior center. I believe this would be more econom-
ical in the long run. The building could be used for the
nutrition program, all senior events, information center,
hobby classes, get -to ether talk sessions on various topics
(keeps the mind alert, just everything pertaining to keep-
ing us alert, active participants in our community.
The Burton Ave. Center seems to be an ideal center for the
seniors as it has and is being used at the present time for
most senior events. Perhaps if the meals were served at the
Center, seniors would be more likely to sit and chat a bit,
play a game of cards and relax before heading for home.
I have noticed, here at Las Casitas, the tendency after a
meal is a bit of fellowship, sitting around talking, etc.
Availability to a Center would be a problem whereever you
locate, you can't satisfy everyone. The main thing should
be the best all around use of a building for the seniors
and getting the most of what monies you have set aside for
the project. Adequate bust service to Burton Ave. is per-
haps part of the answer.
Also, if you have surplus funds available, think about
having Dorothy Johnson one full day a week in addition to
the four hours on Mondays. I have nothing but good reports
about her. She has done much for the seniors in R.P. as
well as elsewhere in the County.
Have expressed my opinions. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Edna G. Hammond
142 Fiesta Lane
Rohnert Park, Ca. 94928
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Pete Callahan
City Manager
Rohnert Park,CA 94928,
Dear Pete:
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23 June 1981
We have observed the article in the P.D. about the extra $400,000.00 etc.
Naturally, many people have their pet projects, and so do we and our
neighbors.
We propose that the money be used in the older sections of the city to
enhance its appearance, for if we don't it will be only a short time
until people refer to us as the slum section of Rohnert Park. Home
values will fall and all the problems of these sections in other cities
will become Rohnert Park's problems. Our neighbors in A Section have
heard reports that the undergrounding of utilities and the replacement
of the fallen fence from Adrian to Arlan have been approved. However,
if money is what is holding it up, then possibly part of the extra money
might be used to complete it in the near future.
We hope you may agree, and At least inform us of the fence, as far as its
scheduled construction is concerned. The noise and conditions are a
real problem for us. Your answer will be disseminated to all concerned.
Respectfully,
Frank H. Gilman
Chairman
AD -HOC Committee to
convince Rohnert Park to
replace its own fence.
FHG /jg