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1977/12/27 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES December 27, 1977 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 Beary ,presiding. Call to Order Mayor Beary called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7:03 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Present: (3) Councilman Eck, Hollingsworth, and Beary Late: (1) Councilman :Roberts (his time of arrival is specifically noted in these minutes) Absent: (1) Councilman Hopkins Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Flitner (his time of arrival is specifically noted in these minutes), Planning Director Skanchy and Administrative Assistant Stanton Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Council- man Eck, and unanimously approved, the minutes of December 12 were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Hollings, worth, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $219,833.98 were approved as submitted. Said total includes $6,475 for the Rohnert Park Civic Commission. Adding Councilman Eck requested that time be allotted under "Matters gon- Agenda,:�d Items from Councilmen" concerning the proposed Foothills Subdivision File No. 0577 - City Manager Callinan informed of Mr. Charles Kitchen's Boise Cascade Use Permit appeal of the Planning Commission approval of Boise Cascade App lication - APPEAL Corporation's application for a use permit for a retail/ wholeoale.lumber, electrical, plumbing supplies and equipment facility in the 11MLt1 District located on Commerce Boulevard, approximately 400 feet north of Transport Avenue. City Manager Callinan City Manager Callinan left the Council Chambers at this Leaves point in the meeting, the time being approximately 7:06 p.m. Planning Director Skan.chy described the site plan and eleva- tions, which were displayed, reviewed his planning staff report dated December 2, 1977 and subsequent supplement to same, and the Planning Commission's approval, of the use permit and architectural review. City Manager Callinan City Manager Callinan returned to the Council Chambers Returns at this point in the meeting, the time being approximately 7:10 p.m. Councilman Roberts and City Attorney rlitner Arrive Page 2 December 27, 1977 Councilman Roberts and City Attorney Flitner arrived at this point in.the meeting, the time being approximately 7 :10 p.m. A. wide ranging discussion followed between Council members, City Manager Callinan and Planning Director Skanchy concern - ing the proposed 'retail /wholesale lumber yard and its proximity to residences on ;dexter Circle and the Zoning Code designatioT of a lumber yard as a conditional use in the "ML" District. City Manager Callinan reviewed his December 21st memo to the City Council concerning Boise Cascade Corporation s use permit application and appeal by Mr. Charles Kitchen. Discussion resumed concerning the loudness of noise emitted by the cutting operations of the proposed facility as well as that of Cal Wood Door and enforcing the City's noise regulations contained in the Zoning Code. Mr. Charles Kitchen, 5764 Dexter Circle, was recognized and presented to Mayor Beary a petition, signed by numerous residents along Dexter Circle and Doris Drive, and a letter dated December 27, 1977 from Mr. and Mrs. Val Sabuco, 5750 Dexter Circle (copies of which are attached to the original set of these minutes). Mr. Kitchen, with the Mayor's consent, questioned Mr McPhee of Boise Cascade Corporation concerning anticipated ratio between retail /wholesale sales, future site expansion, and anticipated use of adjacent property. Mr. Kitchen compared the proposed retail /wholesale lumber facility to the Yeager and Kirk operation in Santa Rosa, commented on the construction and use of a railway spur, opioned that the distance between the proposed facility and nearby residences was less than 1500 feet, commented on designated uses contained in the City's General Plan and the Cal Wood Door operation. Discussion followed between Council members and Mr. Kitchen concerning noise associated with the operation of a railway spur, excessive noise and sawdust emitted by Cal-Wood Door and prevailing northwest winds effecting same. City Manager Callinan recommended that the City Council uphold the Planning Commission's approval of the use permit application of Boise Cascade but with the added condition that prior to issuance of a building permit for construction of the spur track, that the City receive written assurance from Boise Cascade and Northwestern Pacific Railroad that there will be no loading, unloading, switching, or siding of cars to or from the main track to the spur track except during the hours of 6000 a.m. to 8s00 p.m. Discussion,followe concerning pollutants emitted by Cal Wood Door. Page 3 December 27, 1977 Mrs. Virgina Bell, 5233 Daniel Court, was recognized and questioned the validity of whether or not the community needed the type of facility proposed by Boise Cascade explain- ing that lumber and related supplies could be purchased .either: in nearby Cotati, Petaluma or Santa Rosa. Mrs. Bell generally commented on the the "ML" District and its effect on future single single family development. Mrs. Bell also explained that recently some overnight guests commented on the foul odor in the air. Mr. Dan McPhee, General Manager for Boise Cascade Corporation's Building Materials and Operations, was recognized and explained that his firm was mindful of the concerns expressed by residents. lie generally commented, on limited cutting opera - tions, describing the cutting area, equipment used and noise associated with same, switching of cars /trains, antici- pated number of railway cars to be used per year and suggested, that approval and utilization of the railroad spur track be withheld until an agreement is reached between Boise Cascade and the City. A wide ranging discussion followed between City Council members, Mr. McPhee, City Manager Callinan and Planning Director Skanchy concerning the amount of noise associated with the operation of a retail /wholesale lumber facility, traffic generated by same, General Plan land use designations, height of storage, storage sheds, planting trees along the railroad tracks, trucking operations, number of employees. sales tax and property tax revenues, and possibility of locating the facility in the City's "MG" District on the west side of South Santa Rosa Avenue. Mr. Virigina Bell was recognized and asked if a survey had been prepared to determine the potential market for a retail /wholesale lumber facility. She expressed concern that if the Boise Cascade application was approved for the a'ML" District that other heavy industrial uses would develop in the area. Mr. McPhee informed that a study had been prepared for the Boise Cascade Corporation which showed there was a substantial market for the proposed lumber facility. City Manager Callinan informed that both the letter from Mr. and Mrs. Val Sabuco and petitions signed by numerous residents objected to the proposed application of Boise Cascade. Mr. Nicolary, 5757 Dexter Circle, was recognized and informed that he lives behind the Cal Wood Door factory, that when the. prevailing wind blows towards his home the noise emitted by the factory is as loud as at the point of origin. He expressed his opinion that the noise generated by the proposed lumber facility would be similar unless the structure was completely enclosed. Page 4 December 27, 1977 Mrs. Nicolary,,5757 Dexter Circle, was recognized and informed that a decible reading of 40 had been recorded when the Cal Wood Door blowers were initially turned on and that no one could sit in her backyard, let alone entertain there, while the blowers were in operation. She also informed that the decible reading had been taken by the Cal Wood Door night supervisor and that presently a determination is being made how much dust is generated by the factory. Discussion followed concerning mitigating the noise generated by the proposed lumber facility cutting operations by enclos- ing the structure and its dust collection system. Councilman Eck made a motion, which was seconded by Councilman Roberts, to deny the use permit application of Boise Cascade Corporation for a retail/wholesale lumber facility to be located on Commerce Boulevard until such time as the firm gives the City a clear indication of what the noise levels will be and until Boise Cascade indicates how they will comply with Condition No. 7 of the planning staff report. Discussion followed. Councilman Eck's motion was approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: (3) Councilmen Eck, Hollingsworth and Roberts NOES: (1) Mayor Beary ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hopkins File No. 0579 - City Manager Callinan reviewed his December 21st memo to ;lames Groom, Site Plan the Council concerning James Groom's appeal of Planning and Architectural Commission denial of site plan and architectural review Review of Warehouse- for a proposed 6,000 square foot warehouse building in APP A'11 the 11MG11 District located on east side of South Santa Rosa Avenue, west of U.S. 101, adjacent to Gates Acoustinet. Planning Director Skanchy described the site plan and eleva- tions, which were displayed, and reviewed his planning staff report dated December 2nd. City Attorney Flitner City Attorney Flitner left at this point in the meeting, Leaves the time being approximately 8:37 p.m. City Manager Callinan informed that staff recom-r,.iended that Mr. Groomis appeal be denied based on the structure's appear ance and setback and noted that the Planning Commission denied subject application on December 8, 1977. Mr. James Groom was recognized and generally commented on landscaping surrounding the proposed structure, noting that the proposed use and zoning were in conformance with the General Plan; that no noise, odor, etc. would be associated with same, and commented on the aesthetics of the proposed structure. He opioned that the suggested 40 font setback from South Santa Rosa Avenue, contained in the planning staff report, wasn't a reasonable condition of approval. Discussion followed between City Council members., staff and Mr. Groom. Page 5 December 27, 1977 City Attorney Flitner City Attorney Flitner returned at this point in the meeting, Returns the time being approximately 8:45 p.m. Councilman Eck made a motion that the appeal /applicarion of Mr. James Groom for a warehouse on South Santa Rosa Avenue be continued until the next regular Council meeting. Said motion died for lack of a second. Discussion continued during which the Council memebers indicated their concern with the aesthetics of the proposed building. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Mayor Peary and unanimously approved by a roll call vote, the City Council denied, without prejudice, the appeal of Mr. James Groom of the Planning Commission's denial of site plan and architectural review' for a warehouse to be located on South Santa Rosa Avenue. Councilman Hollings- Councilman Hollingsworth left the Council Chambers at this worth Leaves and Returns point in the meeting, the time being approximately 9:06 p.m. and returned at approximately 9:07 p.m. Nursery Stock Mr. Peter D. Bailey, 7491 Adrian Drive, was recognized and inquired about the nursery stock acquired from Firestone Nursery in Paradise. City Manager Callinan explained that most of the stock had•been planted and generally commented on the possibility of selling some of the surplus stock to residents. Architecturai/Deisgn Mr. Jim Redding, 7147 Barbi Lane was recognized and generally Review commented on providing for more landscaping, larger setbacks and better designed structures along South Santa Rosa Avenue. Mr. Redding, responding to a question from City Manager Callinan, explained that his firm hoped to attract office/ warehouse structures for the °4ML" District located east of Commerce Boulevard, north of Hinebaugh Creek and west of the Northwestern Pacific Railroad tracks, and reflected on the undesirable aspects of having spur railroad tracks and also the basis for establishing the 70 decible limit contained in the Zoning Code. Discussion followed during which City Attorney Flitner was directed to draft a proposed amendment to the zoning regulations section of the Municipal Code to regulate installa tion of spur railroad tracks within the City. Cal Wood Door City Manager Callinan informed that the various complaints and /or alleged violations by Cal Wood Door would be investi- gated by staff. City Space deeds City Manager Callinan initiated a discussion concerning the future space needs for the City's administrative offices and /or future civic center site. Discussion followed. Wage 6 December 27, 1977 Recess Mayor Beary declared a recess at this point in the meeting, the time being approximately 9 :20 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Beary reconvened the meeting at approximately 9 :25 p.m. City Offices City Manager Callinan explained that because of increased Telephone System growth and activity in the community, staff recommended that the present telephone system be expanded by acquiring G.C.E. equipment as described in Asst. to the City Manager Albright and Administrative Assistant Stanton's memo dated December 21, 1977 to City manager Callinan. Upon motion of Mayor Beary, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, the. City Council authorized the installation of:G,C.E. telephone equipment in the City Offices. Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the City Council. No action was taken on any communications unless specifically noted in these minutes. - Cotati Building City Manager Callinan informed that the City's part -time Inspector building; inspector, Ed De Long, had been recommended to the City of Cotati for employment as its Building Inspector Expressway Widening City Manager Callinan informed that City staff members had meet with Sonoma County Public Works Director Don Head and Asst. Director of Public Viorks John Morelli concerning; the widening of Rohnert Park Expressway between Commerce Boulevard and Snyder Lane, Resolution No. 77 --204 RESOLUTION SETTING RATES FOR PLAY AT ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE City Manager Callinan explained the amount of anticipated revenue to be derived from the increased golf course rates, informed that he had a meeting with Golf Professional Bill Ross concerning compensation, and explained the proposed resolution which supersedes Resolution No. 77-201 adopted by the City Council on December 12, 1977® Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, the reading of Resolution No. 77 --204 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Management Employees City Manager Callinan reviewed his December 22, 1977 memo Pay Rates to the City Council concerning pay rate changes for certain management personnel and fringe benefits provided in various other cities. Discussion followed. Councilman Eck made a motion, which was seconded by Council- - man Roberts, to defer consideration of the recommended pay rate adjustments for management personnel until the 1978 -79 budget sessions. Said motion failed by the following roll call votes Page 7 December 27, 1977 AYES: (2) Councilmen Eck and Roberts NOES: (2) Councilmen Hollingsworth and Beary ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hopkins Resolution No. 77 -205 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADJUSTMENTS IN CERTAIN PAY RATES OR RANGES City Manager Callv.na.n explained the resolution. Mayor Beary made a motion, which was seconded by Councilman Hollingsworth, to waive the reading of Resolution No. 77 -- 205 and adopt same. Said motion failed by the following roll call vote: AYES: (2) Councilmen Hollingsworth and Beary NOES: (2) Councilmen Eck and Roberts ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hopkins Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Mayor Beary, and approved by the following voice vote, action on Resolu- tion No. 77.205 was reconsidered: AYES: (3) Councilmen Hollingsworth, Roberts and Beary NOES: (1) Councilman Eck ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hopkins Upon motion of Mayor Beary, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and approved by the following roll call vote, reading of Resolution No. 77 -205 was waived and said resolution adopted. AYES: (3) Councilmen Hollingsworth, Roberts and Beary NOES: (1) Councilman Eck ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hopkins Water Wells Update City Manager Callinan disseminated copies of Director of Public Vlorks /City Engineer Brust's December 27th memorandum regarding the progress in developing Well Nos. 14, 15 and 16, Temporary Clerk City Manager Callinan solicited the Council's reaction Dispatcher to hiring Chuck Raye, a clerk dispatcher of the volunteer police auxiliary,who is presently on disability due to an on the job injury and who could be be trained as a clerk dispatcher as part of his rehabilitation with the costs for same being covered by an insurance firm. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Mayor Beary, seconded by Councilman Roberts, and unanimously approved, the City Council authorized the hiring of Chuck Raye to be trained as a clerk dispatcher as outlined by City Manager Callinan. Election-Consolidating City Manager Callinan requested that the Council authorize Precincts the Sonoma County Election Department to consolidate precincts for the March 1978 elec Lion., File No. 0578 - Debra. Homes, Inc. - Foothills Subdivision Councilman Eck initiated a discussion concerning Debra Homes' proposed Foothills Subdivision. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, the City Council called up for its review Debra Homes' application for rezoning, precise development.plan, tentative map, and architectural review for the Foothills Subdivision (File No. 0578). Illegal Signs- Councilman Roberts noted that Albertson's displayed a banner Albertsons type sign which is prohibited by the zoning code. City Manager Callinan indicated he would take care of the matter. Golf Course/Northwestern Upon motion of Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Council- Pacific Railroad Tracks man Roberts, and unanimously approved, the City Council authorized that a tree planting program be initiated along the east side of the Northwestern Pacific Railroad tracks in order to screen the industrial area from the golf course end nearby residences. Page 8 December 27, 1977 Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, the City Council authorized the Sonoma County Election Department to consolidate precincts for the March 7, 1978 General Municipal election as it deemed necessary. Northern Public Safety City Manager Callinan informed that a gasoline pump had Facility been vandalised at the Northern Public Safety Facility and that the City would seek restitution for damages from the juveniles' parents. lie requested Council authorization to have security chain link fencing installed at the facility. Discussion followed. . The Council authorized the installation of chain link fencing at the Northern Public Safety Facility. File No. 0494 - City Manager Callinan disseminated copies of a letter from C & L Enterprises C & L Enterprises, dated December 23, 1977, concerning Apartment Complex drainage improvements installed at its apartment project on East Cotati Avenue. Discussion followed during which the Council authorized staff to work out an agreement with C & L Enterprises to solve the drainage problem and stipulated that same would be presented for Council consideration at its next meeting. Wastewater Treatment City Manager Callinan informed that the City of Rohnert of the Technical Advisory Committee park had called a meeting concerning the completion of the Llano sub-regional wastewater treatment plant and the possibility of having the cease and desist order lifted because of increased flow in the Russian River. Cat Case- .L City Attorney Flitner requested that the city Council hold Anderson an executive session after the meeting to discuss the "cat house" case, i.e. the Anderson case. File No. 0578 - Debra. Homes, Inc. - Foothills Subdivision Councilman Eck initiated a discussion concerning Debra Homes' proposed Foothills Subdivision. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Roberts and unanimously approved, the City Council called up for its review Debra Homes' application for rezoning, precise development.plan, tentative map, and architectural review for the Foothills Subdivision (File No. 0578). Illegal Signs- Councilman Roberts noted that Albertson's displayed a banner Albertsons type sign which is prohibited by the zoning code. City Manager Callinan indicated he would take care of the matter. Golf Course/Northwestern Upon motion of Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Council- Pacific Railroad Tracks man Roberts, and unanimously approved, the City Council authorized that a tree planting program be initiated along the east side of the Northwestern Pacific Railroad tracks in order to screen the industrial area from the golf course end nearby residences. Page 9 December 27, 1977 Clint Mosher City Manager Callinan informed that long-time resident Clint Mosher had suffered a stroke and was convalescing in the Oakland Kaiser Hospital. Eugene Williams City Manager Callinan informed that Sonoma County Clerk and Registrar of Voters Eugene Williams had passed away. The Council indicated that and card and/or flowers should be sent to Mr. William's family. Executive Session Mayor Beary adjourned the meeting at approxmately 10:15 p.m. to anexecutive session with all Councilmen, except Councilman Hopkins, City Manager Callinan and City Attorney Flitner present and which was held to discuss a litigation matter, i.e. the Anderson cat case. Adjournment Upon conclusion of the executive session, there being no further business, Mayor Beary adjourned the meeting in memory of Eugene Williams at approximately 10:23 p.m. - I P I ... ......... Deputy City Clerk APPROVED - ayor Beary With reforenoe to the application to Boise Cascade Corporation for a use and plumbing supplies permit for a retail- wholesale lumber, electrical$ the "MV1 district, 400 feet north of Transport Avenue - and equipment in shown as a portion of the Assessor's Parcel 143- 020 -05s precisely We, the undersigned, are again opposed to the development of'the area west pollution, and of the railroad tracks to industry that will create noise, damage the residential environment. As payers of.some of the heaviest levied taxes of all of Sonoma County, into a heavy commercial area. The noise we expect better than to be thrown and pollution generated from said commercial area not only is damaging to property values, but is also harmful to children's health; as well as adults' production noise in the well- being. The door manufacturer generates-both odors at all hours. The topography of Rohnert late night hours and nauseous Fark allows little absorption of these noises and odors. We, who have come to Rohnert Fark, a quiet bedroom community, have tried to if the city fathers get sway from the noise and pollution of a big city. recent residents in Rohnert Park, keep property values , wish to keep the up, and continue on a well- planned growth of the community,,they must going not allow lumber plants, auto and truck manufacturers and other industry be developed in our that is not homogeneous to the residential community to ,T backyards!!! 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