1989/11/14 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes
November 14, 1989
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 Cochran presiding. The open
regular session was preceded by a closed session which commenced
at 7:00 p.m.
Call to Order Mayor Cochran called the regular session to order at approximately
8:04 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. He advised that a
closed session commenced this evening at 7:00 p.m. to discuss
personnel matters, litigation matters, and real estate
negotiations.
Mayor Cochran extended apologies for the late start of the regular
session and said that a couple of matters would be taken out of
turn from the agenda order in that the scheduled public
appearances would be handled at this time.
Project Red Ribbon Ms. Evelyn Smith Bateman, Red Ribbon Project Chair and Vice
President of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) of the Sonoma
County Chapter, 5224 Old Redwood Highway was recognized and
expressed appreciation to the Council for taking time to hear
about MADD "s Red Ribbon Project which would begin November 22,
1989 and go through New Year's weekend. She said that the idea of
tieing a red ribbon to the antenna or driver's door handle of
vehicles will be calling attention to the need to drive sober.
She presented ribbons for each department at City Hall and
to each Council member.
Roberts Bronze Plaque Gordon Punt, Sculptor & Drawing, 4623 Acacia Way, Penngrove was
recognized and presented Council with a bronze plaque of former
Mayor Arthur Roberts. He said that it was a duplicate of the one
displayed at Roberts Lake and that as a student who met Art
Roberts a short time before he passed away, he wanted to take this
opportunity to participate in Council's appreciation and
remembrance of him.
Mayor Cochran expressed appreciation for the plaque and said that
Gordon Punt was the sculptor who has done the busts for Hugh
Codding and Art Condiotti.
Roll Call Present: (5) Council members Eck, Hollingsworth, Hopkins, Spiro
and Mayor Cochran
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting; City Manager
Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, Director of Administrative
Services /Assistant to City Manager Netter, Assistant to the City
Manager Leivo, and Theatre Manager Grice.
Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Council Member Spiro, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the minutes of October 24, 1989
were approved as submitted.
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Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Hollingsworth, and unanimousloy approved, the bills presented per
the attached list in the amount of $1,921,551.87 were approved.
Hon - agendaed Items Mayor Cochran queried if any Council member had any non - agendaed
items to add to the agenda.
Councilman Hollingsworth stated that he had a miscellaneous item
to discuss. Mayor Cochran requested that non- agendaed items wait
until after unscheduled public appearances.
Unscheduled Public Mayor Cochran stated that in compliance with State Law (The Brown
Appearances Act), anyone in the audience who wished to make a comment may do
so at this time.
Jake Mackenzie, 1536 Gladstone Way was recognized and stated that
he would like to make three points. 1) He said that he would like
to commend the City for the speed and determination with which the
staff has processed the recent citizen's survey for the General
Plan, 2) that there had already been a chance for those who
attended the Planning meeting to look at the various comments, and
appreciated the speed and accuracy in which these were made
available for review, and 3) that in talking to the Planning
Commission he understood that a draft plan would be available
sometime next week. He said that given the volume of the comments
that it would seem very difficult for all of them to be included
in the General Plan and that, hopefully, there would be an
opportunity for future consideration.
Dave Mochel, 4405 Hollingsworth Circle was recognized and said
thanks to all City Council Members for opening up the General Plan
process in spite of the lawsuit. He said that citizen apathy was
one of the greatest threats to democracy but from what he saw in
the enthusiasm of Rohnert Park citizens getting involved, this was
not a problem. He said that his only concern was that things
seemed to be going a little too fast as he has neighbors that he's
talked to who haven't become involved, as well as the fact that
some of the issues the General Plan raises take time to come up
with conclusions. He said what he mostly sees at this point is a
wish list, but not much analysis of the ideas, even though he said
he didn't want to see the General Plan dismissed for another ten
years and wanted to see the process continue.
George Horwedel, 7660 Camino Colegio was recognized and said that
in his opinion the development next to SSU was one area that if
the City would have had a good General Plan, instead of building
houses, apartments and condos could have been built for students
who could be walking to classes or using bike paths. He said
there would be a lot less traffic on city streets if it would have
previously been better planned.
David Van Nuys, 6189 San Bruno Court was recognized and said that
he has been a resident of Rohnert Park for about 18 years and that
since part of his work involved being a meeting facilitator, he
appreciated the organization of the Town Meeting for the General
Plan and how well it was implemented. He said that he thought it
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would take time for the process and understood that Santa Rosa has
taken three years struggling with different factors of its
efforts. He said that he feared Rohnert Park was moving too
quickly, that we're standing at a beautiful point in time, and
that this was the first time he felt invited to participate in
anything regarding the City, and that he would like to see this
particular point in time maximized. He said that with the growth
of the community, a lot of talent has moved into town who would
like to have some say. In addition, Mr. Van Nuys said that he
would like to see the City bring in an outside consultant to
assist in the General Plan process.
Harvey Bell, 700 Lindsay Avenue was recognized and said that it
was hard to keep hearing the Price Club brought up in regard to
the City having a proper General Plan. He said that the tax
revenues showed that 12% was from sales tax and bed tax and that
property tax was the biggest percentage, that from 1977 to 1988
the greater percentage was from other sources of revenue. He said
that so many people were afraid of being challenged if they do
speak, that if revenue references were made to sales and bed taxes
it was only right that property taxes also be included, and
requested that the General Plan process be slowed down. He said
that a professional planning consultant should be hired as such
could be the only one who could take everyone's input to find out
what the City really wants. He said that he would like the City
to follow the eight step plan in the State guidelines and he would
like the City to wait until after January 2nd, following the
holidays, to get more people involved. He said that with 120 in
attendance at the Town Meeting and 138 at last night's meeting,
that the next step would be to have neighborhood meetings as set
up by each separate neighborhood and that these meetings should be
held without the distractions of holiday activities. He said that
the future of the city is what should be considered and that
the planning process should be changed to one that is more fitting
and realistic.
Thomas Gallagher, 7342 Rasmussen Drive was recognized and said
that the earlier comments made regarding the suggestion that
apartments should have been built instead of houses, was referring
to his neighborhood. He said that as far as public participations
goes, low turn outs are always a concern. He said that the
General Plan process is a big news item and it's no secret
regarding the ability to participate, that people who are not
interested can make a lot of excuses like football games or
holidays, but that we're getting input from the people who care.
He said that some people are afraid to speak out, so was he, but
he thought everyone was doing a great job and supported the
process that is scheduled for the General Plan.
Allen Smith, 5500 State Farm Drive was recognized and said that he
thought the City was doing a great job. He said that there's a
great opportunity now to develop the area rather than wait fifteen
years. He urged the Council to go along with the development of
the City and said that he supports the process as planned.
Resolution No.
89 -166
Resolution No.
89 -167
Resolution No.
89 -168
Resolution No.
89 -169
Resolution No.
89 -170
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John Lund, 176 Adele Avenue was recognized and said that he was a
former candidate of the City Council and very active politically.
He said that he took exception to the others who spoke tonight and
thought the Council hasn't done a good job, that in his opinion
there's been involvement of special interest, and that in the best
interest of the City of Rohnert Park thought this is why there "s a
big problem now and the reason why a conciliatory attitude must be
adopted toward the Sierra Club. He said there's the need to come
up with a plan that's fair with the people and takes care of the
problems, and then that we have to get this conflict behind us as
soon as possible because the City is very dependent on sales and
commercial enterprises such as the Price Club. He said that the
commercial aspects of bringing these kinds of businesses into
Rohnert Park should be emphasized more than the building of
residential homes. He concluded that the need is to compromise
with the Price Club and try to bring in more commercial
businesses. He said that the citizen's want to slow down the rate
of growth.
Dawna Gallegher, 7432 Rasmussen Drive was recognized and said that
she was here last night and was surprised to hear all the people
who got up and spoke. She said that the fact that Santa Rosa,
Petaluma and other such cities take from two to four years to
develop general plans, doesn't necessarily mean that more time is
more efficient. She said that she was very impressed with how
many people are showing up for the meetings, that with this many
showing up the job can get done in the recommended amount of time,
and that she's encouraged to have a part with everyone in the
momentum of being involved.
Mayor Cochran queried if anyone had any questions regarding the
matters on the consent calendar.
Councilman Hopkins requested that Resolution No. 89 -174 be removed
from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
Acknowledging the City Manager/Clerk's report on the poasting of
the agenda.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
REJECTING THE CLAIM OF ANTHONY M. PIRONDINI
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
SUPPORTING CITIES FIGHT BACK AGAINST DRUGS WEEK (December 3-
9, 1989)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
SUPPORTING NATIONAL DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVING AWARENESS WEEK
A RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS TRAFFIC SIGNALS: EAST
COTATI AVENUE /SNYDER LANE PROJECT NO. 1989 -1
A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING, AUTHORIZING, AND APPROVING THE
INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS (At the East Cotati Avenue and Snyder
Lane /Maurice Avenue intersection)
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Resolution No. A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND RATIFYING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
89 -171 OF ROHNERT PARK AND CITY ATTORNEY JOHN D. FLITNER FOR SERVICES TO
BE PROVIDED TO CITY
Resolution No. RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS TO PREPARE AND FIBERGLASS
89 -172 THE BENICIA PARK SWIMMING POOL
Resolution No. RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THC ASSOCIATES FOR A
89 -173 POSITION CLASSIFICATION, JOB DOCUMENTATION AND SALARY STUDY FOR
SELECTED PUBLIC SAFETY, PUBLIC WORKS AND RECREATION JOB POSITIONS
Presentation of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for
Fiscal Year ended June 30, 1989 by external Auditors Deloitte,
Haskins & Sells
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Council
Member Spiro, and unanimously approved, with the exception of
Resolution No. 89 -174, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the
meeting's agenda was approved.
Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING
89 -174 DEFERRED COMPENSATION AGREEMENT WITH GREAT WESTERN SAVINGS BANK
Councilman Hopkins said that he requested Resolution No. 89 -174 to
be held off the Consent Calendar for discussion as he did not
think Great Western Savings Bank offered a wide enough opportunity
in its program and was not as good as could be obtained through
other places.
City Manager Callinan said Great Western Savings has been
recommended because it has been a good safe plan in the past which
has provided good returns, is reputable, and that most of the
City's employees are involved with straight /direct deposits.
Assistant to the City Manager Netter said that staff did solicit
proposals and do an analysis of other programs and came to the
conclusion that Great Western Savings is the best at this time.
In addition, he said that Great Western is offering expanded
options in the mutual funds investments. Mr. Netter concluded
that he would provide more detail on the mutual funds if Council
so desired.
Discussion followed.
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Council
Member Spiro, Resolution No. 89 -174 was adopted by the following
vote:
AYES: (4) Eck, Hollingsworth, Spiro, and Cochran
NOES: (1) Hopkins
ABSENT: (0) None
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Performing Arts Center City Manager Callinan introduced Theatre Manager Grice to review
(Theatre) items on tonight's agenda regarding the Performing Arts Center
(Theatre).
Theatre Manager Grice explained that Council had been provided
with copies of his memo dated November 8, 1989 regarding the
Performing Arts Center (Theatre) and reviewed the contents therein
which included an update on the construction progress, proposed
events and acitivities, and proposed resident ballet company.
Council was also provided with copies of a resolution for
consideration regarding fund raising for the theatre.
Resident Ballet Co. Theatre Manager Grice explained that Council had been provided
with copies of his memo dated November 8, 1989 regarding
consideration of the Palesch Pacific Ballet Company as a resident
of the Performing Arts Center and shared the contents therein
pointing out the savings to the City to negotiate such a contract
as compared to other alternatives. He said that he would like to
receive Council's endorsement to implement a proposed resident
ballet company plan and to negotiate and develop a
contract /agreement with Deborah Palesch to be the director of the
resident ballet company.
Discussion followed.
A motion was made by Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved to endorse the idea of a
resident ballet company and to negotiate and develop a
contract /agreement with Deborah Palesch to be the director
of same.
Theatre Manager Grice introduced Deborah Palesch from the
audience. Appreciation applause followed.
Resolution No. RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGAFAMWMT WITH CO.MMU1':ITY CONSE,.LL�G
89 -175 SERVICE CO., INC. (CCS) FOR FUND RAISING SERVICES FOR THE_.
PERFORMING ARTS FACILITY ENDOWMENT CAMPAIGN
Theatre Manager Grice explained the resolution for consideration.
Discussion followed regarding the proposed fund raiser's research
and outreach procedures,-the two million dollar ($2,000,000) goal
being realistic, and plaques for contributors to be displayed at
the theatre.
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Council
Member Spiro, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 89 -175
was adopted.
Chamber of Commerce City Manager Callinan explained that copies had been provided to
Street Map Ad Council of letter dated November 3, 1989 from the Rohnert Park
Chamber of Commerce requesting the City to take an ad in the
Chamber's new street map. He introduced Kenneth L. Butler,
Executive Director of the Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce.
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Leffler Brown, Member of the Board of Directors of the Rohnert
Park Chamber of Commerce was recognized and explained the layout
of the Chamber's new street map and showed Council sample of same.
He explained changes in the Chamber of Commerce over the past year
and a half with the necessity of personnel going from half time to
full time and membership increasing from 180 to 360 members. He
said that the total cost of the ad proposal to the Council
was $2,700.
Discussion followed regarding Chamber's funding and how it has
become self- sufficient without the City's contribution as in the
past, the charging for the maps versus providing them free , and
whether or not tonight's decision should be in the form of a
donation to help offset costs rather than purchase of ads. It was
concluded that the Chamber of Commerce should print an additional
2,000 maps to give to the City in cooperation with the City's
purchase of ad space.
A motion was made by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved to purchase the $2,700 ad space in
the Chamber of Commerce's new street map as outlined by Mr. Brown
and to receive 2,000 maps from the Chamber when printed.
Recess Mayor Cochran declared a recess at approximately 9:10 p.m. and
announced that the next item on the agenda, Planning and Zoning
File No. 1352 - Kelly Moore Paint Co., would be continued.
Reconvene Mayor Cochran reconvened the Council meeting at approximately
9:25 p.m. with all Council members present.
Planning and Zoning City Manager Callinan explained that Planning and Zoning File No.
File No. 1352 1352 - Kelly More Paint Company, was to be continued at the next
Council meeting at the request of the company.
Rogers Realty City Manager Callinan explained that Council had received copies
of letter dated October 26, 1989 from Jimmie W. Rogers of Rogers
Realty requesting building permit allocations to develop four (4)
single family dwellings on the north side of the Parkway Drive
east of Snyder Lane. He said that plans for these units have been
approved by the Planning Commission and City Council.
Discussion followed regarding sewer allocations for office space
versus single family dwellings, that rates were based on
commercial and industrial rather than residential, the allocation
process, the sewer capacity and expansion thereof, and the
possibility of running out of sewer allocations and not being able
to provide allocations to those builders scheduled to receive same
two to three years from now.
City Attorney Flitner said that government codes do allow for
moratoriums, that while the City is developing a plan, it's just
an allocation program. He said it gives some sort of idea of what
the City plans on providing, that it's incumbant upon us to
provide as soon as possible, but doesn't fall on the City to
provide if it is unable to do so.
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Further discussion followed regarding allocations established via
gentlemen's agreement with developers, that it's always been by
cooperation rather than mandate which has enable development in an
orderly manner.
A motion was made by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Hollingsworth, to authorize the issuance of the building permit
allocation to develop four (4) single family dwellings on the
north side of Parkway Drive as requested by Jimmie Rogers of
Rogers Realty, and approved by the following roll call vote:
AYES: (3) Hollingsworth, Hopkins and Spiro
NOES: (2) Eck and Cochran
ABSENT: (0) None
Councilman Eck said that he still thought the total idea of the
allocations process was to protect future needs.
So.Co.Transportation Mayor Cochran said that the Sonoma County Transportation Committee
met twice last week and that next Wednesday and Thursday the
Committee will meet in Santa Rosa on the expenditure plan which is
essentially the same with the two additional lanes on Petaluma
Hill Road and the two additional lanes on Stony Point Road. He
said there will be a one cent sales tax in which to go back to
city councils, and that the program allows for bonding of debt.
He said a Traffic Authority is planned with a two -prong
approach - a weighted vote and majority of cities. Regarding
growth management, the talk now is about growth service and
providing levels of service on traffic control. He extended
invitations to attend next Wednesday and Thursday's meetings and
commented that Nancy Burton is Chair of the Ad Hoc Committee.
Codding Center/ Assistant to the City Manager Leivo referred to plans on the wall
Senior Center and explained that Council had received copies of staff report
dated November 8, 1989 on the Codding Center /Senior Center
proposed floor plan. He said that Architect Thomas C. Whitson
had completed the remodeling design of that portion of the Codding
Center that will primarily be used by seniors. He explained the
versatility of the kitchen use and that the activity center will
seat 108 comfortably with a maximum capacity of 144. He said that
the plan had been reviewed by the Codding Center Task Force and
that the design was satisfactory to those in attendance.
A motion was made by Council Member Spiro, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to approve the floor plan
design as submitted by Whitson Associates and approved by the
Codding Center Task Force.
Architect Thomas C. Whitson (dba Whitson Associates) was
recognized and introduced from the
the audience .
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Resolution No. A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN WHITSON
89 -176 ASSOCIATES, ARCHITECTS AND PLANNERS AND THE CITY OF REHONERT PARK
PROVIDING FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICEES FOR THE CODDING CENTER
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion by Council Member Spiro, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 89 -176
was adopted.
General Plan Update Assistant to the City Manager Leivo explained that Council had
received copies of staff report dated 11/9/89 regarding the
General Plan Update reporting on the Town Meeting held October
29th, the Citizens' Survey responses, the schedule of upcoming
hearings and shared contents therein. He said there was a total
of 142 in attendance at the October 29th Town Meeting of which
approximately 120 were citizens when not counting City Council
members, Planning Commissioners, and City staff, that 3900
responses had been received on the Citizens' Survey of which 2200
were input in the copies of survey results provided to Council
tonight, and that 110 were in attendance at the Planning
Commission meeting held last night on the General Plan at City
Hall. He pointed out that Council had also received copies of
unproofed first draft on General Comments from Citizens' Canvass
October 1989, as well as the results from the October 29 Town
Meeting as follows: Registration Comments, Participation, Group
Brainstorming, and Individual Brainstorming.
Discussion followed regarding the percentage of citizen response
being higher than expected at approximately 25%, appreciation for
additional questions added to survey questionnaire regarding
growth and open space as well as changing to more acceptable
language in the questionnaire, and the point of time that Council
will get involved with the process.
City Manager Callinan explained that staff is preparing a Draft
General Plan to be published by this weekend for distribution as
required by litigation and for Council's review as previously
requested. He said that the second phase, in addition to the
Draft General Plan, is the environmental document required and
referred to copies provided to Council of proposals to prepare the
draft and final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) from 1) Earth
Metrics Incorporated dated November 6, 1989 in the amount of
$37,500, and 2) Elgar Hill dated November 10, 1989 in the amount
of $32,270. He said that there were not many such firms available
to drop what they are doing to tend to the City's request for an
EIR and that staff is recommending Earth Metrics Inc. because they
can give prompt attention to the matter, as well as this firm has
not been involved with the City of Rohnert Park which should
enable fresh input and the possibility of being more objective.
Discussion followed in which it was Council's understanding that
the City is mandated to be on the fast track method regarding the
General Plan Update, that it wants to bend over backwards to get
as much public input as possible. It was pointed out that the
Draft General Plan will give Council something to review in order
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to make comments and recommendations, that as long as the
constraints are on the City the current pace will have to be
continued, that the option to go at a slower pace is not available
because of the pending litigation.
City Attorney Flitner responded to questions regarding Council's
participation and /or involvement in public hearings of the
Planning Commission and stated that it was a good idea to let the
Planning Commission hold its meetings and then make
recommendations to the City Council, but that there would be
nothing wrong with Council submitting written or verbal comments
to make certain particular issues are considered.
Council agreed that the Planning Commission should have hearings
unencumbered by the Council and vice versa, that a document should
be provided to Council from the Planning Commission when its phase
of hearings have been completed, and that the City Council be
routinely kept informed of the schedule of the hearings during the
entire process. Further discussion followed.
A motion was made by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Hollingsworth, to declare an emergency agenda item regarding the
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and approved by the following
vote:
AYES: (4) Hollingsworth, Hopkins, Spiro and Cochran
NOES: (1) Eck
ABSENT: (0) None
Councilman Eck asked if Council could wait until the Draft General
Plan comes out before the EIR starts to which City Manager
Callinan responded that various data needs to be rounded up in
order to satisfy knowns. City Attorney Flitner stated that the
120 days set by the court runs from the date of final judgement,
that the City has conceded to work on the General Plan Update, and
that there should be no problem with the EIR as long the firm is
strictly _
a1.11C.LiY aping back ground work.
A motion was made by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved to accept the proposal of
Earth Metrics Incorporated to prepare the Environmental Impact
Report (EIR) on a pre- approved schedule.
So.Co.Hazardous Waste City Manager Callinan explained that copies had been provided to
Management Committee Council of letter dated October 26, 1989 from Jack Vrmeer, Tanner
Draft MOU Project Director, soliciting comment on a draft Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) for administering of the fair share concept
contained in the County Hazardous Waste Management plans. He said
that Councilman Eck was on the committee previously and that if
any City Council member has comments, staff will submit them to
the County which are requested by November 15, 1989.
Councilman Eck said that the Sonoma County Hazardous Waste
Management Committee has been working very hard and it would seem
appropriate for a letter of appreciation to be sent to the
Committee under the fit,..
�•••.�_ �..� Mayor's signature. Council concurred.
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A motion was made by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, to endorse the draft MOU
for Hazardous Waste Management Facility Siting Committee of the
County of Sonoma Public Health Department.
R.P. "Friendly City "Sign -City Manager Callinan explained that copies of staff report had
been provided to Council regarding the Rohnert Park "Friendly
City" Sign, that three (3) quotes were received to refurbish the
sign located at the south entrance of the City. The high quote
was for $26,500 from Grace Signs of Distinction and the low
quote was from J & L Signs in an amount of $13,890. He explained
the renovating process as proposed by J & L Signs and said that it
would restore the sign in its existing architecture and design.
Resolution No. A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE REFURBISHING ON THE "ROHNERT PARK -
89 -177 THE FRIENDLY CITY" SIGN
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 89 -177 was
adopted to accept a proposal from J & L Signs to refurbish the
Rohnert Park "Friendly City " Sign.
Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the
attention of the City Council. No action was taken unless
specifically noted in these minutes.
City Manager's Report: City Manager Callinan explained that copies had been provided to
Council of memo dated November 8, 1989 from Director of
Administrative Services /Assistant to the City Manager Netter
regarding Earthquake Disaster Relief and shared the contents
therein, that basically the cities involved preferred financial
assistance. He said that not too many items for donation were
received at the Corporation Yard and that none were received at the
Exxon Service Station. Council concurred that the donated items
should be taken to St. Vincent D'Paul since it's a local facility.
Mayor Cochran asked if contributions to the earthquake cities
would be any different from the findings for Channel 22 in that a
public organization is not free to give public funds. City
Attorney Flitner responded that that was true unless it could fit
within the confines established for government entities.
Automated Garbage City Manager Callinan explained that copies had been provided to
Service Council from Empire Waste Management regarding the distribution of
cans on the 1st of November for the automated garbage service with
explanation of the new system and pick -up schedule.
Employees'Appreciation City Manager Callinan said that the Employees' Appreciation Affair
Affair would be at the Red Lion Inn on January 12, 1990.
Commissioners' Appre- City Manager Callinan said that the Commissioners' Appreciation
ciation Affair affair would be at the Red Lion Inn on January 19, 1990.
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City Attorney's Report: City Attorney Flitner said regarding the Sierra Club lawsuit that
Sierra Club Lawsuit the court ruling related to any physical disturbance of the five
acres involved on the site in question. In reference to the
Northwest portion, he said that there was not a final order as
yet, so technically the 120 days had not started running, that the
law does allow for two six -month extensions not to exceed 240
days, but would not have to completely abide by that if the public
is still providing input. He said that if the 120 days expires
and more time is necessary, it should be taken expeditiously.
Councilman Hopkins criticized the judge's ruling for the $1,000
bond amount that he placed on the Sierra Club saying that it was
worse than no bond at all.
Matters from Council: Council concurred to set the date to reorganize the Council, i.e.
select Mayor and Vice Mayor, on December 5th, 1989.
City Manager Callinan said that the League of California Cities
Annual Conference in San Francisco was rescheduled from December
17 through 19, 1989.
City Manager Callinan said that the Local Government Commission,
Inc. /Recycling Conference would be held at the Inn L'Auberge Del
Mar in Del Mar, California on March 9 -10, 1990.
City Manager Callinan said that all local officials have been
invited to attend the Bay Bridge reopening on November 16, 1989.
Council Member Spiro said that the Sister City(s) Relations
Committee has brought it to her attention that all committee
members are up for reappointment at the same time, that the
committee members said they would be willing to be reappointed by
alternate years to prevent this from happening in the future.
Council concurred to put this item on the next agenda.
Councilman Hollingsworth said that a large mound had been created
by pipes that were installed on path near Dexter Circle and that
staff needed to follow up on this matter.
Council Member Spiro asked about all the streets that were torn up
to which City Manager Callinan responded that the streets would be
paved as soon as the weather permitted.
Council Member Spiro said there was a large hole in the pavement
of the parking lot on the Northbay Savings side of the Raley's
Shopping Center and requested that staff check into this matter.
Councilman Eck referred to the Crown Market and said that
there were large trucks parked out front and recycling bins that
still needed to be moved. Staff will follow up with the
property owners.
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Unscheduled Public Mayor Cochran asked if anyone in the audience wished to make an
Appearances appearance at this time.
Harvey Bell, 700 Lindsay Avenue was recognized and stated that
City Attorney Flitner covered most of what he wanted to point out
in his report. He said that since the General Plan doesn't have
to be finished until after the 1st of next year, he would like to
request that the process be slowed down until after the holidays,
that with the extensions allowed by law the General Plan update
process could be finished as late as December 1990.
Councilman Hopkins asked if the Council consented to December of
next year, would Mr. Bell withdraw the lawsuit. Mr. Bell
responded that the City Attorney would have to check with the
Sierra Club attorney on such a request.
Mayor Cochran disagreed with Mr. Bell and said that the statute
says the update has to be completed in 120 days and that
applications for extensions can only be made on good cause.
City Manager Callinan said that the City did call for a settlement
meeting with the Sierra Club, but no principal from the Sierra
Club came to the meeting. He said this was a settlement attempt
on the part of the City with no results as it was apparently not
acceptable to the Sierra Club.
George Horwedel, 7669 Camino Colegio was recognized and said that
he grew up in Vacaville and that time was allowed for each item at
Vacaville's Council meetings for the audience to come forward and
tell how they felt. He asked if this Council could implement such
a procedure at Rohnert Park's Council meetings.
Discussion followed regarding the opportunities for anyone to
speak at the unscheduled public appearances and /or comment on
agenda items as time allows.
George Horwedel asked if the Council meetings could be put on
Cable TV to which Mayor Cochran responded that this has been
previously discussed.
Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Cochran adjourned the
meeting at approximately 10:35 p.m.
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