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1977/07/25 City Council MinutesCall to Order Roll Call ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES July 25, 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. The regular session was preceded by an executive session which commenced at 7:00 p.m. and at which all Council men., except Councilman Eck and Roberts, and City Manager Callinan were present and which was held to discuss litigation and personnel matters. Mayor Beary called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7 :20 p.m. and led the pledge of alle- giance. Present: (3) Councilmen Flores, Hopkins and Beary Absent: (2) Councilmen Eck and Roberts Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust, Finance Director Charbonneau, Parks and Recreation Director Pekkain and Planning Director Skanchy Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the minutes of June 13, 16,,20 and July 5 were approved'as submitted. Approval of,Bills Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $254,795.26 were approved. Adding Nan- Agendaed Mayor Beary indicated that Resolution No. 77 -133, Commending Items Roger Clark for Performance in the California High School Rodeo Finals, should be added to the agenda immediately following the Consent Calendar. Councilman Flores requested that time be allotted under Matters from Councilmen to discuss the Fred Rohnert Residents Golf Tournament and Rohnert Park Library. C O N S E N T C A L E N D A R City Manager.Callinan referred the Council to his memo to the Council, dated July 21, 1977, for explanation of all the matters on the consent calendar. Resolution No. 77 -128 RESOLUTION ENDORSING AND SUPPORTING THE REGIONAL HOUSING SUBSIDY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM AND AUTHORIZING THE ASSOCIATION OF BAY AREA GOVERNMENTS TO APPLY FOR FEDERAL HOUSING ASSIS- TANCE Resolution No. 77 -129 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS (STREET TRAFFIC MARKING PROJECT NO. 1976 -20) Resolution No. 77 -130 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS (COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE OVERLAY PROJECT NO. 1977 -11) Page 2 July 25, 1977 Resolution No.'77 --131 RESOLUTION COMMENDING JIMMIE ROGERS, JR. FOR PERFORMANCE IN THE CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL RODEO FINALS Resolution No. 77 -132 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING SONOMA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT AS LOCAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT ENFORCEMENT AGENCY Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution Nos. 77 -128 through 77 -132, as listed on the Consent Calendar section of the meeting's agenda, was waived and said resolu- tions.were adopted. Resolution No. 17 -133 RESOLUTION COMMENDING ROGER CLARK FOR PERFORMANCE IN THE CALIFORNIA HIGH SCHOOL RODEO FINALS Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 77 -133 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Former Parks & Rec. Commissioners Fiori & Mayor Beary presented plaques of appreciation to former Henley Henley. and Recreation Commission members Ron Fiori and George Henley. Babe'Ruth League: Mr: Robert DeWan, President of the Rohnert Park Babe Ruth Presentation League, was recognized and introduced Robert Leal of the Babe Ruth All Stars. He presented to the City for display and safekeeping the annual !YJohn'E. Hover, Sr. Sportsmanship Award" which had been awarded to Rohnert Park's All Star team. The Council expressed that such an awared was a tribute to the entire Babe Ruth program. File No. 0498 _ City Manager Callinan informed of Howard and Norman Siskels' Siskels' Application application for rezoning of 121 acres located northwest for Rezoning of the City's wastewater treatment plant from "A" (Agricultura District to "ML -PD" (Limited Industrial, Planned Unit Develop - ment) District and reminded that the Council had recently certified an EIR for subject area. Planning Director Skanchv. reviewed his Julv 11th Dlannina staff report and described the area of proposed rezoning, as depicted on the General Plan map. City Manager Callinan" informed that this was a duly noticed public hearing and that the Planning Commission, by Resolution No. PC 7.7 --17, recommended approval of the proposed rezoning application. Mayor Beary declared the public hearing open to consider Howard and Norman Siskels' application for rezoning of 121 acres located west of U.S. 101 Freeway, north and west of the City's wastewater treatment plant, from "A" to "ML-PD" District. File No. 0548 - Qantas Development Corporation, Applica- tion for Precise Development Plan and Arcdhitectural Review an Rezoning City Manager Callinan informed of Qantas Development Corpora- tions' application for precise development plan and architec- tural review of,a 104 unit fourplex to be located south of Southwest Boulevard, adjacent to the proposed extension of Avenida Calla and rezoning from "A" (Agricultural) Distric' to "RM-- 2000 -PD" (Multiple Family Residential, Planned Unit Page 3 July 2.5, 1977 There being no one desiring to be heard, and no written communications received, Mayor Beary declared the public hearing closed. City Manager Callinan explained that because there were several rezonings listed on the agenda, staff had prepared one ordinance to include all the rezonings, if the Council was so inclined to approve each one. File No. 0550 - City Manager Callinan informed of W. R. K. Company's applica- W..R.K,. Company, tion for rezoning of a 19 acre parcel located south of Rohnert Application for Re- Park Expressway, north of Copeland Creek, and east of Country zoning Club Drive from "RM- 2000 -PD" (Multiple Family, Planned Unit Development) District to "R1- 6500 -PD" (Single Family REsientia.l, Planned Unit Development) District and informed that the Planning Commission, by Resolution No. PC 77 -16, recommended approval of the rezoning application. Planning Director Skanchy reviewed his July 11th planning staff report, described the area of proposed rezoning, as depicted on a site plan, advised that because the applicant was proposing "down - zoning" from the General Plan's designate, land use an amendment to same would not be necessary. City Manager Callinan explained that the matter was a duly noticed public hearing and that the applicant had been - required to dedicate a park /open space area for the develop- ment. Mayor Beary declared the public hearing open to consider W.R.K. Company's application for rezoning of 19 acres located south of Rohnert Park Expressway, north of Copeland Creek, and east of Country Club Drive, from '"RM- 2000 -PD" to "R1- 6500 -PD" District. Mr. Allan Kay, representing W.R.K. Company, was recognized and indicated that he had brought renderings of the proposed single family structures if the Council desired to review them. Mr. Kay explained, upon questioning of Councilman Hopkins, that, in his opinion,.there was a better market for single family homes as opposed to developing the property with multiple family units. At the Council's request, Mr. Kay described elevations and renderings for the proposed single family homes. He noted that the average lot size would be 5,000 square feet. There being no one further desiring to be heard, and no written correspondence received, Mayor Beary declared the public hearng closed. File No. 0548 - Qantas Development Corporation, Applica- tion for Precise Development Plan and Arcdhitectural Review an Rezoning City Manager Callinan informed of Qantas Development Corpora- tions' application for precise development plan and architec- tural review of,a 104 unit fourplex to be located south of Southwest Boulevard, adjacent to the proposed extension of Avenida Calla and rezoning from "A" (Agricultural) Distric' to "RM-- 2000 -PD" (Multiple Family Residential, Planned Unit Page 4 July 25, 1977 Development);District. He advised that the Planning Commis- sion .recommended approval of the application. Planning Director Skanchy reviewed his July 11th planning staff, reports, described the area of the proposed rezoning and development, advised that the proposed use was in con - formance with the General:Plan, and explained the Planning Qommission's conditions of approval. Mayor Beary declared the public hearing open on Qantas Develop ment Corporation's application for precise developmeng plan and architectural review of 104 unit fourplex development located south of Southwest Boulevards adjacent to the proposed extension of Avenida Calla and rezoning from "A" to 'eRM- 2000 -PD" District. Elaine Trowbridge, 6039 Elsa Avenue, was recognized and expressed her opposition to combining the various rezonings into one ordinance. Mayor Beary explained that if any Councilman so desired one or more of the rezonings could be removed from the ordi- nance. Mrs. Trowbridge explained that she opposed the rezoning application of Qantas Development Corporation because there was far too much area within the City designated for multiple family development. She expressed that there was a market for single family homes, noted that there were other general growth considerations associated with multiple family develop- ment, i.e. impact on school facilities, and recommended that the Council not approve the proposed project, She expressed that there was a great deal of public concern about the transient nature of the development taking place in Rohnert Park, also, she noted that there were only three Council members presented to consider the project. Mrs. Trowbridge, upon questioning of Mayor Beary, explained that she had had a great deal of contact with residents concerning the project and expressed that this was an oppor- tunity to control development of apartments, noting that Pn}inoy�+ Pa »k T.Tac with apartment ciwellinp-'s alreadv Councilman Flores generally responded to a comment by Mrs. Trowbridge wherein she informed that if the City Council did approve the proposed rezoning and development that the residents would take the matter and do something about it. Councilman Hopkins commented on the fact that individuals were approaching Mrs. Trowbridge concerning various matters and not coming directly to him since he did represent one of five votes. Mayor Beary indicated.that because Mrs. Trowbridge did rep- resent the public's opinion that action on subject application should probably be delayed. Page 5 July 25, 1977 .Mr Thomas. R. Cato, 1045 Camino Coronado, was recognized, and.observed that 10 -12 multiple family units had been constructed in his neighborhood and that there were very few single family dwelling units being constructed in Rohnert Park. He opioned that there was still a demand for single family homes, and expressed that he didn't want to see Rohnert Park take on all the undesirable aspects of a big city. Helen Lawrence, 942 Ellen Street, was recognized and informed that she agreed with Elaine Trowbridge in that Rohnert Park didn't need any more I multiple family units at this time. She commented that the apartments which Mr. Cato mentioned were homely, opioned that children would be generated from the proposed Qantas development, that the architectural renderings were not a true representation of the final project and recommended that the Council delay action concern- ing the project because it probably would eventually become designated for single family residential development. Mrs. Mary Stewart, 578 Lorraine Court, was recognized and commented that there was a need for moderately priced housing in Sonoma County. She recommended that the Council hold out for single family zoning. Mr.. Jack Titus, 6081 Elsa Avenue, was recognized and commence( that it appeared the Council was trying to get everything done that it could before the''amended growth policy became effective. He recommended that:action be deferred on the project until the two absent Council members were present. Mr. Jon Joslyn, Qantas Development Corporation, was recog- nized and explained that his firm was trying to rezone subject property in conformance with the General Plan. He commented on the proposed project's lot size, density, and architectural design of the proposed structures. He expressed that his firm would be receptive to guidance as to what the land use should be. Discussion followed concerning continuance of the public hearing. Upon motion. of Mayor Beary, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the Council declared the public hearing concerning Qantas Development Corporation's applica- tion for precise development plan and architectural review and rezoning (File No. 0548) continued to its August 8th meeting. Discussion resumed relative to what constituted a majority and /or quorum of the 'Council. City Manager Callinan recommended that the Council consider introducing separate ordinances for each of the proposed rezonings. City Manager Callinan informed that the revised plans had been received this date, that the mini-warehouses should start to the rear of the driveway off South Santa Rosa Ave- nue and commented on the revised plans being submitted to the Planning Commission for review. Mayor Beary declared the public hearing open to consider James E. McNamarals, et al, application for precise develop- ment plan and architectural review of a mini-warehouse complex located on the west side of South Santa Rosa Avenue, north of and adjacent to the existing Golden Gate Carpet Mills. Page 6 July 25, 1977 Ordinance No. 336 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (Zoning Map Change - File No. 0498, Howard and Norman Siskel - A.P. No. 143 -040- 21) City Manager Callinan,,explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance No. 336 was waived and said ordinance was introduced. Ordinance No. 337 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (Zoning Map Change - File No. 0550,, WRK Company - A. P. No. 143-033-20) City Manager Callinan explained the ordinance. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance No. 337 was waived and said ordinance was introduced. City Attorney Flitner informed that Mayor Beary could vote on the rezoning application of WRK Company because the Mayor didn't anticipate doing any future work for subject company, although, he had in the past. File No. 0548 A brief discussion followed concerning rezoning the area Qantas Development of,Qantas Development Corporation's proposed 104 fourplex Corporation units to single family residential. File No. 0551 City Manager Callinan informed of James E. McNamarals, et James E. McNamara, al, application for precise development plan and architectural et al, Application for review of a mini-warehouse complex to be located on the Precise Development west side of South Santa Rosa Avenue, north of and adjacent Plan and Architectural to the existing Golden Gate Carpet Mills facilitya He ad- Review vised that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the project subject to conditions and, in additiion, stipulated that the applicant use a mansard roof design, 5/8 inch wood siding along the entire length of the building and landscape the interior cf the complex. Planning Director Skanchy reviewed his July llth planning Staff -npnn-pti described the proposed project's location and revised site plan and elevations, which were displayed. Mr. Dan Liske, architect and designer for the proposed project, was recognized. City Manager Callinan informed that the revised plans had been received this date, that the mini-warehouses should start to the rear of the driveway off South Santa Rosa Ave- nue and commented on the revised plans being submitted to the Planning Commission for review. Mayor Beary declared the public hearing open to consider James E. McNamarals, et al, application for precise develop- ment plan and architectural review of a mini-warehouse complex located on the west side of South Santa Rosa Avenue, north of and adjacent to the existing Golden Gate Carpet Mills. Page 7 July 25, 197/ Veronica Tedeschi, 5915 Geary Boulevard, San Francisco, was recognized and informed that she was the new property owner at 5665 South Santa Rosa Avenue. She expressed concern relative to the appearance of the proposed structures from the freeway citing that the project would detract from the face, i.e. freeway exposure, of Rohnert Park. Mr. James McNamara, 100 Enterprise Drive, was recognized. City Manager Ca" inan, upon questioning of Mayor Beary, indicated that the application could be referred back to the Planning Commission for review and comment. There being no one further desiring to be heard, Mayor Beary declared the public hearing closed. Discussion followed between Council members and staff relative to referring the matter back to the Planning Commission, various aspects of the development, i.e landscaping and life expectancy of construction materials. Mayor Beary made a motion that James E. McNamara's, et al, application for precise development plan and architectural review for a mini warehouse complex on South Santa Rosa Avenue be referred back to the Planning Commission. Said motion died for lack of a second. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and approved by the following roll call vote, James E. McNamarals, et al, application for precise development plan and architectural review of a mini - warehouse complex to be located west of South Santa Rosa Avenue, north and adjacent to Golden Gate Carpet Mills, was approved subject to those conditions contained in the July 11th planning staff report and further providing that: 1. The proposed structures be constructed with a mansard roof design. 2. That the facility be constructed entirely with 5/899 wood siding, including all the outside walls as well as the westerly side of the project. 3. That the precise landscaping plans provide for landscaping within the interior of the proposed complex and said plans be submitted to the City Council for review. AYES: (2) Councilmen Flores and Hopkins NOES: (1) Mayor Beary File No. 0552 - City Manager Callinan informed of Pacific Telephone and Pacific Telephone P> Telegraph Company4.s application for a use permit and archi - Telegraph Co., Applic a- tec"r.al review of a communications and equipment building tion for Use Permit 9 to be located east of Commerce Boulevard, south of Utility Architectural Review Court, and the applicant's appeal of Planning Commission denial of architectural approval. Page 8 July 25, 1977 Planning Director Skanuhy reviewed his July 11th planning staff report and described the site plan and elevations which were displayed. Mayor Beary declared the public hearing open on Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company's application for a use permit and architectural review of a communications and equipment building to be located east of Commerce Boulevard, south of Utility Court. Planning Director Skanchy informed that no correspondence had been received concerning the subject application. Mr. Les Jones, 2646 Juan Avenue, Sacramento, was recognized and, informing that he represented Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company, indicated that the applicant was agreeable to staff's conditions relative to landscaping, explained that time was of concern to his company in consturcting the facility, that the projet represented an initial invest- ment of approximately $4 million dollars, described the equipment which the communications center would house and introduced Mr. Whitson Cox, architect who designed the structure. Councilman Hopkins briefly commented concerning the desir- ability of having Rohnert Park in one telephone exchange. Mr. Whitson Cox, 10 Fullerton Court, Sacramento, was recog- nized and generally described the architectural design and landscaping of the proposed structure. Mr. Cox informed, at Mayor Beary's request, that the building would have approximately 8,000 square feet of floor area. He explained that he had designed several structures for the telephone company, and that the design of the building was related to the equipment that would be installed inside. Mr. Howard Boggs, Commerce Boulevard, was recognized and expressed concern relative to the architecture of the proposed structure compared to various other facilities, both existing and proposed, along Commerce Boulevard. He noted that the proposers structure was so desTaned that it could eventually be made into a two story building and that there was only one dissenting vote in the Planning Commission's denial of the architectural review. Councilman Flores commented on the Planning Commission's and City Council's consideration of the proposed project. Mr. Boggs remarked on the number of highly vi.sable structures along Commerce Boulevardand suggested that the building be redesigned. He also recommended that the area to the rear.of the proposed structure not be used for storage and generally reflected on ways in which the proposed structure's design could be improved. Mr. John Matterin, Keegan/Cooper real estate agent, was recognized and explained that he represented the property Page 9 July 25, 1977 owner :whose "land. as being.`s old .to,the telephone company, reflected that the propose& strrcture was similar to the Gra"inger Building and commented that tractor companies were located to the north and south of the site. He generally commented" on Mr Boggs`backgrovnd , as a designer in architectur, the fact that the t lephone, company building would be a substantial addition -Co the cit1 and described its setback from Commerce Boulevard. Nancy Moras; -18 Ann Street,.was? recognized and expressed that she -liked the simplicity.;of -the structure and suggested that'perhaps` some sturdy vines could enhance the structure's appearance:: Mr. Howard Boggs was again recognized and commented that the area should be upgraded and that it;should.;be considered for its highest and =best possible use. He .expressed that there Might be another building design which would be more,. desirable: There being no one further desiring to be heard, Mayor Beary declared the public hearing closed. Discussion followed relative to overall aesthectics of the proposed :builuing'in relationship to its close proximity to Commerce Boulevard and the Freeway. Upon motion of Councilman- Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approvja�d`, the City Council ratified the Planning Commission's approval of Pacific Telephone and '`Telegraph Company's application for a use permit for A equipment and communications building to be located on the east side of Commerce Boulevard, approximately 200 feet south of Utility Court. Mr.Cox and members of the Council participated in a discus - sion concerning the feasibility and cost factor involved in re- design ing.the proposed structure. •, 'Upon motion of ° Councilman Flores:,: seconded by Mayor Beary, and unanimously approved., the�Council indicated that the applicant would have latitude in re- designing the proposed equipment and communication building's roof and that the matter, architectural review, would come back to the Council for reivew and approval. File,No. 0498 City Manager'Ca]linan informed 'of Belli Deli Corporatin's Belli pelf Corp. appeal of�the'Planning .Commission's denial of architectural Appeal of Planning approval for a proposed freestanding sign for development Commission Decision' on the northeast corner of-Commerce Boulevard and Enterprise re. SiFn,, ,.. Drive. Planning Director,Skanchy described the renderings of two signs, one of which was approved and another which was subsequently 'denied . approval'by the Planning Commission. He informed °that staff recommended denial of the proposed 35'foot freestanding sign. Page 10 July 25, 1977 Mr. Arthur Berchert,.,Argo Sign Company, was recognized and explained that because- the..business would operate 24 hours a ;day it needed a visi'�le and well- illuminated sign. Discussion followed between Council members, City Manager Call.inan and Planning Director Skanchy concerning the compariscn of the two different, signs, i.e. height, design and sign area. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the City Council granted architectural approval to Belli Deli Corporation to locate a 9 foot high, triple faced,, wood, grain sign on the northeast corner of Commerce Boulevard and Enterprise Drive. Project No„ 1975 --11, City Manager Callinan reviewed his July 21st memo to the Water Storage•Tank City Council relative to the Planning Commission's considera- No. 3 tion of a negative declaration for the proposed construction of a 300,000 gallon steel reservoir water storage tank, and related facilities to be located at the south end of Lydia Court in the parcel designated,for development as a bike path and minia -parka Ile informedthat the Economic Development Administration had indicated that it was likely the City would receive 20 percent funding for the construction of the Water; Storage .Wank No. 3. Mayor Beary inquired if anyone in the audience desired to speak concerning proposed construction of Water Storage Tank No, 3. Mr..Arthur Smith, 543 Lydia Court,, was recognized and indicate that <he had also appeared at the Planning Commission to express his objection to the massive appearance of the 24 foot water storage tank from his home. He opioned that the proposed tank would be an eye sore, affect his property value:, and cited noise that might be associated with same. In. concluding, he suggested that perhaps the tank could be located elsewhere. Mr. Smith, upon questioning of,Councilma.? Hopkins, indicated that he had probably only experienced low water pressure three times since living on Lydia Court, mainly he objected to the proDosed water storage tank's effect on his property value._ Mr. Tom Rathman, 540 Lydia Court, was recognized and com- mented that the first notice he received concerning the water storage tank indicated,it would be 75 feet in diameter and 24, feet h igh,,now -he had become aware that .it was more than twice as large as originally described. City Manager Callinan indicated that the size referred to was the site size. Mr. Rathman expressed.his,belief that the proposed tank would lower his pr..operty value, also, that he was concerned about the "graffitill'and noise affiliated with same. He explained that he had only noticed during the last year that there was low water pressure, objected that the tank Page 11 July 25, 1977 would have the appearance of ,a gasoline storage tank in Richmond, and that when he purcjased his property he was informed that the subject parce.l.`would be developed as a mini park. He he:feli the.City, should proceed with the development of the aforemention.d.mini -park. Mr., Rathman,upon questioning of Councilman Hopkins, indicated that he felt :another area of the'.city was responsible for the low water pressure experienced in "L" section and that these probably were.other ways,to..improve the water pressure. City Manager Callinan briefly explained the City's water system in "L" section and connection to the aqueduct.. Mr, Harold Goodrich, 54G Iydia.Court, was recognized and Qxpressed that he had no objections to the low water pressure experienced from time to time,.oploned that the re -sale value of his property would be affected by the proposed water storage tank, noted that the mini-park had never been developed as was originally anticiapted and that the pro- p osed'tank could be located someplace other than in the park 'area. Mr. John Tommas ,'576 Lydia`Court,'was recognized and expressed his opposition to the aesthetics of the proposed water storage tank. Mr. Art Niles, 541 Lorraine Court, " was recognized and expressed that'. he was opposed't,o the water storage tank because of its appearance and lowering his property values, Mr. Niles, upon questioning of Councilman Hopkins, indicated that he had no objections to experiencing occasional low water pressure and that there.might be another location for such, a water, tank Mr. Scott 'Pom erg 53.1 Lorraine.Court, was recognized and informed that he definitely couldn't see looking out and seeing a water.storage tank in his.backyard. He expressed his opinion that that mini- park'shpuld be developed and suggested that the water storage -dank could be placed under - ground. He concluded that he would rather experience low Water pressure as compared to viewing a 24 foot water storage tank. Th6re being:no other members of the audience desiring to speak, the.Council and staff participated in a brief discus- sion. Upon motion of..Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman H.opCins,,..and unanimously,,approved,',the Council went on record as approving the re-- location of `, proposed hater Storage Tank No. `3. Discussion followed'regarding the City's grant application for We 11. No, 14. City Manager Callinan explained to Mr. Messmer that the City's proposed budget had not been finalized at this time. Councilman Flores expressed that the general feeling of the Council was that the Council was willing to continue the present arrangement, but that_it wanted an accounting of how the Chamber intended to spend City derived funds, City ,Manager Callinan informed that the City anticipated receiving $30,,000 in business license fees, i.e. $13,000 would go to the Chamber for operating costs. Councilman Hopkins informed that there were some problems in justifying giving that amount of money to the Chamber, and that if the City didn't give the Chamber any money that the business license fees should be lowered. Fie commented on the Chamber's need for a business manager, which it has done without for some months. Mr. ,Messmer commented on the.. concept of the Chamber conducting amore professional type business and ongoing interviews with applicants in order to choose a business manager. Councilman Hopkins commented that some of the applicants had not received a response that their application had even been received. Discussion followed during which Mr. Messmer indicated that letters confirming receipt of applications were mailed out to all applicants. Page 12 July 25, 1977 Upon motion of, Councilman Hopkins:, seconded by Councilman Flores and unanimously.approvedi,the Council went on record as i}rging the Economic Development,, Administration to approve a Emergency Drought Relief grant application for Well into. 14. Recess Mayor Beary declared a recess at..this point in the meeting, the time being approximately 9:5.5 p.m. Reconvene Mayor Beary reconvened the meeting at approixmately 10:00 p.m. Proposed 1977 -78 City Manager Callinan reviewed his July 21st memo to the Budget Council concerning holding public hearings on the Proposed 1977 -78 Budget. He explained that copies of a letter from Wanda McCulloh, President of the Chamber of Commerce, a copy of which is attached to the original set of these minuteE had been disseminated to each Council member and informed that another public hearing regarding the proposed budget would be conducted at the August $th meeting. Mayor Beary declared the Public hearing open concerning . the City's Proposed 1977 -78, Budget. Mr. Nibs Messmer, Golden Gate Carpet Mills and member of the Board of Directors of the Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce, was recognized and, informed that the Chamber hadn't held its budget meeting, but.that $10,000 would be insufficient in order to operate the Chamber. City Manager Callinan explained to Mr. Messmer that the City's proposed budget had not been finalized at this time. Councilman Flores expressed that the general feeling of the Council was that the Council was willing to continue the present arrangement, but that_it wanted an accounting of how the Chamber intended to spend City derived funds, City ,Manager Callinan informed that the City anticipated receiving $30,,000 in business license fees, i.e. $13,000 would go to the Chamber for operating costs. Councilman Hopkins informed that there were some problems in justifying giving that amount of money to the Chamber, and that if the City didn't give the Chamber any money that the business license fees should be lowered. Fie commented on the Chamber's need for a business manager, which it has done without for some months. Mr. ,Messmer commented on the.. concept of the Chamber conducting amore professional type business and ongoing interviews with applicants in order to choose a business manager. Councilman Hopkins commented that some of the applicants had not received a response that their application had even been received. Discussion followed during which Mr. Messmer indicated that letters confirming receipt of applications were mailed out to all applicants. Page 13 July 25, 1977 There being no one further desiring to be heard, Mayor Beary declared the public hearing continued to August 8th. sewer Connection City Manager Callinan reviewed. his July 21st memo to the Fees:- :,Advance Payment: Council concerning Resolution No. 77 -124 which established by,Debra Homes - new sewer connection fees' as of July 16, 1977 and a check which had been submitted by Debra Homes paying the sewer connection fee based :on the previous rate prior to taking out building permit applications. Discussion followed between Council members and ,staff. Zt,was the consensus of °'the Council that the matter should be re- scheduled for -its August 8th meeting when all Council members could be present._ Rohnert.park Expressway City Manager Callinan gave a staff update concering the Westward Extension westward extension of Rohn.ert'Park Expressway to Stony Point Roadm, He informed of City Attorney Flitner °s memorandum concerning extraterritorial condemnation and that Mayor Beary was scheduled to make a public appearance before the Board of Supervisors on August 1st concerning same. Community and City Manager Callinan reviewed his July 21st memo to the Recreation Center Council concerning the Community and Recreation Center project and possibility. of negotiating acquisition of the Pollard property He 'informed that 'tor, all intents'and' purposes % the Pollard property would be too expensive to acquire and that. the architects were designing the first phase of develop - ment to exclude the area now owned by Mr. Pollard. Communications Communications per the attached outline wen e brought to the attentioxi of the Council. N.o,aetion was taken on any communication except as spec fically noted in these minutes. Vern - Smith, City Manager Callinan initiated a discussion concerning a letter'.'received from Vernon .Smith regarding' conditional payment of the charge for printing costs of the Candidate's Campaign Statement of Qualifications in the last municipal election., Upon motion of Councilman Iiopkins, seconded =by Mayor Beary., and unanimously approved, the Council rejected the offer: of Mr. Smith as it related, to the Council's position in taking legal action, Human Services Task City Manager Callinan informed of a letter received from °once the Sonoma County Human Services Task Force inviting participation in said organisation. After a brief. discussion. the Mayor requested that he be placed on the inailing list; for'the`Task Force. Quarterly Redwood City Manager Callinan reminded of the July 30th quarterly Empire'Division of League meeting of the Redwood Empire - Division of the League of . of CA Cities Meeting California Cities in Arcata. Mayor Beary indicated interest in attending the aforementionec: meeting. Page 14 July 25, 1977 Planning Director City Manager Callinan reviewed his July 25th memo to the City Council concerning Mr. Skanchy assuming the City's full-time Planning Director position. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores and unanimously approved, the.Council went on record as-accepting the salary range for the Planning Director position as Range 71, $1498 to $lM.. Golf Course Fence- City Manager Callinan reviewed his July 21st memo to the Delores Court City Council concerning the advisability of replacing the 4 foot high fence at the end.of Delores Court with a 8 foot high chain link fencing in order to insure the golf course from improper entry at this point. Upon motion of Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized the installation of a 8 foot high chain link fence at the end.of Delores 'Court. Sewer Agreement- City Manager Callinan reviewed his July 21st memo to the City of Cotati Council concerning re-- negotiating the City's agreement with the City of Cotati_ for sewer service. City Manager Pro City .'Manager Callinan advised that he would be taking vacation Tempore that latter part of July and first part of August and requeste that Asst, to the City Manager Albright be approved as City Manager Pro- Tempore in his absence. Upon motion of Councilman Flores, seconded by Mayor Beary, and unanimously approved,, _.Asst. to the City Manager Robert Albright; was approved as City Manager Pro- `"empore during Mr. Callinan's absence from the City Offices. Emily Avenue Annex City Manager Callinan gave a progress report on the Emily Avenue Annex School. Discussion followed. Crocker Homes, Inc. & City Attorney Flitner commented on the agreement for Debra Homes, Inc. re. construction of the new golf course in the Coleman Valley Golf Course Develop- and Mountain Shadows Subdivisions and noted that the agreement ment should, on page.2,_reflect who is responsible for paying taxes or if the property should be removed from the tax roll and that provision should be made for tine arcuitect to inspect the design and construction of the golf course while being constructed. Class Action Lawsuit City Attorney Flitner informed that he was corresponding s. Against PERS with the League of California Cities concering the class action lawsuit against PERS and numerous cities and that it appeared there would be some sort of common defense. Fred Rohnert Residents Councilman Flores reported that the Second Annual Fred Rohner - Golf Tourney Golf Tournament was scheduled for September 11th and briefly commented on other aspects of the tournament. Library Committee Councilman Flores advised that a sub - committee was being formed to approve various art exhibits that would be displayer. in the libary. Page 15 July 25, 1977 Emily Avenue Annex Mr, Fetes Bailey inquired if the partitions had arrived. for the Emily Avenue Annex. City Manager Callinan replied ' in the negative . Mrs. Elaine Trowbridge commented briefly on the new school complex. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Beary adjourned the 'meeting at approximately 10:55 p.m. X " j Deputy City Clerk July 25, 1977 IREAX,;rqw P.O.BOX 1427 ROHNERT PARK, CA. 94928 The Honorable Louis Beary, Mayor Rohnert Park City Council Rohnert Park, CA 91928 Dear Mayor Beary` Attached is a copy of the "Receipts and Disbursements" for the last fiscal year from the Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce. We are presently in committee to complete our budget for the coming year. Our Board of Directors will meet this Thursday, July 28, to approve the budget and give final approval on hiring the new Chamber of Commerce Manager. We are-looking forward to a number of progressive changes in the Chamber of Commerce this next year. To up -grade our scope of activity it will be necessary for us to increase the dollar amount of our budget. The new Chamber Manager will be a very high caliber person with administrative and strong public relations ability. It will be necessary for us to provide him with part -time clerical assistance. Along with the increase in the funds we receive from the City of Rohnert Park (60% of the business license tax), we expect the new Chamber Manager to further increase our revenue to enable the Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce to become an effective Public Relations organization for our business and industrial community. Yours very truly ROHNERT PARK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Wanda McCulloh, President %hLJr 113 6422 COMMERCE BLVD. REAITOa" ROHNERT PARK (707) 795 -3621 6920 COMMERCE BLVD. ROHNERT PARK (707) 795 -2155 ROHNERT PARK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS JULY 1, 1976 to JUNE 30, 1977 RECEIPTS: Membership Dues $ 1,922000 City Funds 16,407.69 Special Events (See Note 1) 3,050.66 Total Receipts $21,380.35 DISBURSEMENTS: Advertising 1,347.19 Employment Taxes 728.34 Fees 85.98 Office Expense & Supplies 2,379.52 Office Rent 1$080.00 Special Events (See Note 1) 5,611.47 Telephone 525.29 Wages 7,551.90 Total Disbursements 19,3090 69 NET INCOME ,2.,;070.66 Note 1 No attempt has been made to segregate funds for special events (Miss Rohnert Park Pageant, Christmas Unlimited, etc.) because the former manager's records did not include sufficient information to do it with any degree of accuracy. Note 2 The bank balance as of June 30, 1977, is $4,580.48.