1990/02/13 City Council MinutesCall to Order
Roll Call
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes
February 13, 1990
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
Hollingsworth presiding.
Mayor Hollingsworth called the regular session to order at
approximately 7:10 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance.
Present: (3) Council members Cochran, Hopkins, and
Hollingsworth
Absent (0) None
Late: (2) Council members Eck and Spiro attending a
meeting as Council committee members for
Performing Arts Center (Arrival times are
noted in these minutes).
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Mwoger
Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, Planning Director Skanchy,
Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust, Director of
Administrative Services /Assistant to City Manager Netter,
Assistant to the City Manager Leivo, Director of Public
Safety Dennett, and Director of Performing Arts
Center Grice.
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Boy /Girl Scouts Mock Mayor Hollingsworth said there would be a change in the order
City Council Mtg. of tonight's agenda since two Council members were still
attending another meeting and invited the Boy and Girl Scouts
to proceed with the Mock City Council Nbeting.
Director of Administrative Services /Assistant to the City
Manager Netter assisted the scouts to assigned seats and
distributed copies of the Nbck City Council Nbeting agenda.
Scout Mayor Tiffany Borba called the Mock City Council
Nbeting to order at approximately 7:12 p.m. and took the roll
call. Present were Scout Vice Mayor Becky Pengel, Scout
Council Member Lori Unangst, Scout Council Member Grand
Allread, Scout Council Member Brent Powell, Scout City
Manager Jenny Ito, Scout City Attorney Curtis Bonner, Scout
Recreation Director Andy Burr, Scout Finance Director Alan
Cubillas, Scout Director of Public Safety Kevin Jackson,
Scout City Engineer Cameron Christmann, and Scout Planning
Director Jean Lestanguet.
Rohnert Park City Counri 1 Mini�t.es (2) Feibr,,,,- ,, 13, 1990
Scout Mayor Borba initiated discussion concerning six topics:
(1) Highway 101 Congestion, (2) Alicia Pool Extended Swim;ning
Hours, (3) Racquetball Courts /lower age limit from 15 to 13
years, (4) Mire programs and activities for teenagers, (5)
Install 4 -way Stop Sign at Santa Dorotea Circle and
Country Club Drive, and (6) Additional Left Hand Turn
Lane at Snyder Lane and E. Cotati Avenue.
Discussion followed concerning the above listed topics with
Mayor Hollingsworth and Assistant to the City NHnager Netter
assisting. The Boy /Girl Scouts recommended the following:
(1) Highway 101 congestion - build either two additional
lanes or - develop a light rail (train) transit system
(2) Alicia Pool extended swimning hours - lower prices at the
pool with lessons, or scatter lessons to other pools in
the system.
(3) Racquetball Courts /lower age limit from 15 to 13 -
require parents to sign papers to be responsible for
their child's actions and lower the age level to 13
(4) More Programs and Activities for Teenagers - provide
programs and activities for teens between the ages of 12
and 18 years such as art classes, games, sports like
volleyball, softball and basketball since such activities
are available for ages older and younger in the
community but not for the teenagers
(5) Install 4 -way Stop Sign at Santa Dorotea Circle and
Country Club Drive - concluded no need for a 4 -way stop
sign at this intersection as would back up traffic
even more
(6) Additional Left Hand Turn Lane at Snyder Lane and E.
Cotati Avenue - approved additional left hand turn at
this intersection
Scout Mayor Tiffany Borba adjourned the Nbck City Council
Feting at approximately 7:32 p.m.
Mayor Hollingsworth extended appreciation for the quality
performance of the scouts and had them introduce themselves
and review the day's activities.
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Recess Nhyor Hollingsworth declared a recess at approximately
7:45 p.m.
Reconvene Mayor Hollingsworth reconvened the Council meeting at
approximately 7:51 p.m. with all Council members present
Council Members which included the arrival of Council Members Eck and
Eck & Spiro A,ive Spiro at this point in the meeting.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (3) February 13, 1990
Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Eck, with a correction by Council Member Spiro on page 12
under Annual Report that the error which was a grammatical
misspelling of the word principal (not principle) was on
the second page inside the front page (not on the front
page), the minutes of January 23, 1990 were
unanimously approved.
Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Council Namber
Spiro, and unanimously approved the bills presented per the
attached list in the amount of $1,382,008.56 were approved.
CDA bills presented per the attached list in the amount of
$427,889.08 were approved.
Non- agendaed Items Mayor Hollingsworth queried if any Council member had any
non- agendaed items to add to the agenda.
Councilman Eck and Council Member Spiro each said that they
had one miscellaneous item to add under Matters from Council.
Mayor Hollingsworth said that he had two items to share from
the Mayors' and Councilmen's Assoc. Executive Board meeting
that he attended last week.
Unscheduled Public Mayor Hollingsworth stated that in compliance with
Appearances State Law (The Brown Act), anyone in the audience who wished
to make a comment may do so at this time.
George Horwedel, 7660 Camino Colegio, was recognized and said
that with upcoming negotiations for the renewal of the
franchise for cable TV, it would be a good idea to see if a
citizen's committee could be formed as suggested at previous
Council meetings since it would be a good way to check and
work with citizen's desires regarding cable TV matters.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Hollingsworth queried if anyone had any questions
regarding the matters on the consent calendar.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting
of the agenda.
City Manager Callinan said that Resolutions No. 90 -26, 90 -27,
and 90 -28 should be removed from tonight's consent calendar
as recommended by City Attorney Flitner because of the recent
Sierra Club lawsuit ruling. He said that these matters would
be discussed in tonight's closed session immediately
following the regular meeting.
Resolution No. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COLUCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
90-29 APPROVING AGREEMUM WITH JONATHAN HERR & ASSOCIATES (For
Landscape Architectural Services for Neighborhood "NV Park
and Neighborhood "R" Park)
Rohnner±- Park City Co'arci 1 %ini ites (4) Fe 13, 1990
Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF paZIERT PARK
90 -30 APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION
FUNDS AND DESIGNATING A LIAISON AGENT FOR THE "NP' PARK -
PHASE I PROTECT
Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
90 -31 APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION
FUNDS AND DESIGNATING A LIAISON AGENT FOR THE "R"
PARK - PROJECT
Resolution No. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING THE
90 -32 SU8M1SSI0N OF AN APPLICATION LNDER THE CALIFORNIA BEVERAGE
CONTAINER RECYCLING AND LITTER REDUCTION ACT
Resolution No. A RESOLUTION APPROVING ANNUAL FACILITY ACREENENT BETWEEN THE
90 -33 CITY OF RU*J RT PARK AND HEWLETT PACKARD FOR USE OF SITE FOR
A DRIVING AREA (TRAINING FOR THE DEPARTNEZ" OF PUBLIC SAFETY)
Resolution No. RESOLUTION APPOINTING REPRESENTATIVE TO THE TECHNICAL
90 -34 ADVISORY CCVMErI E TO THE COUNTY OF SONCMfl, HOUSING ALYINORITY
Resolution No. RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PUBLIC DVROVU4= AND AUTHORIZING THE
90-35 RELEASE OF BONDS FOR UNIVERSITY PARK SUBDIVISION LMT 1
Resolution No. A RESOLUITION AUTHORIZING NDNTHLY ALLOWANCE FOR THE VC)IIXMM
90 -36 EKRGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR
Approval of Parcel N13p No. 131 - Rebecca Oken and Classic
Investment Co., Ltd. III for the area north of Professional
Center Drive and east of State Farm Drive
Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Council Nlember
Spiro, and unanimously approved, with the exception of
Resolutions No. 90 -26, 90-27, and 90 -28, the Consent Calendar
as outlined on the meeting's agenda was approved.
Resolution No. A RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR "NEST y0LR JUDGES" PUBLIC FORUM
90-37 TO BE HELD ON MARCH 5, 1990
CORRECTION FROM
2/27/90 meeting by MayorCity Nhnager Callinan explained the resolution.
Hollingsworth to include time & place - -at 7:OOp.m. at Santa Rosa Veteran's Memorial Bldg.
Upon motion by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Councilman
Eck, Resolution No. 90-37 was adopted by the following vote:
AYES: (4) Cochran, Eck, Spiro, and Hollingsworth
NOES: (1) Hopkins
R.P.Stadium Roof City Manager Callinan said that the resolution for
consideration for the award of contract for the Rohnert Park
Stadium Roof, Project No. 1989 -2 should be deferred until
later as reccmnerxled by City Attorney because of the recent
Sierra Club lawsuit ruling. Council concurred.
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Resolution No. A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONMCT (For a Generator for City of
90 -38 Rohnert Park Department of Public Works)
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Cochran,, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 90 -38
was adopted.
Telephone Service Dr. Gary Gouger, 1515 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rosa, was
Directories recognized and said that he was here tonight to bring
Council's attention to the fact that Pacific Bell Telephone
Company is splitting the phone book into two books. He said
that he had spoken with Santa Rosa Council and with other
individuals both commercial and residential and that he has
found no one in favor of splitting the phone book because
advertising will have to be separated and the second book is
only available upon request. Dr. Gouger said he didn't know
if Council could approach Pacific Bell but asked if
individuals could express disapproval to the phone company
regarding disapproval of the two phone books. Discussion
followed.
Fund Raising Update
re.Perform.Arts Center
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Council
Member Spiro, and unanimously approved to send a letter to
Pacific Bell expressing disapproval of splitting the phone
directory with copy of said letter to Public Utilities
Commission (PUC).
Mayor Hollingsworth said that the Performing Arts Center
agenda items would be moved up and handled at this time as a
courtesy to individuals in the audience from San Francisco
representing Community Counselling Service Co., Inc., (CCS)
Councilman Eck said that the Council committee met with CCS
regarding fund raising plans and procedures for the
Performing Arts Center and recommends that Council approve
the second phase for organization as submitted by CCS.
Council Mmilber Spiro said that the Council committee reviewed
a small sampling of some of the things CCs has been involved
in, shared the contents of two pages listing same, and said
that Council committee was favorably impressed with the
accomplishments of CCs.
Michael DeNunzio, President of CCS Western Division, was
recognized and shared the contents of CCS report and
recommendations dated February 12, 1990 for fund raising
campaign to endow the City of Rohnert Park's new Performing
Arts Center (copies of which were provided to Council and
attached to original set of these minutes).
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Sandra Estok, Senior Director of CCS was introduced by
Councilman Eck. He said that she would be the point person
involved in the second phase as outlined in the above -
mentioned CCS report if approved by Council.
Discussion followed regarding the point in which the City
could hire its own staff person for this position to which
City Imager Callinan confirmed that staff is looking into
the matter, and as CCS is phased out a staff development
director to raise funds would be recommended.
A motion was made by Councilman Eck, seconded by Council
Member Spiro, and unanimously approved, to accept the report
(Phase I) and to approve the January 30, 1990 letter proposal
from CCS for the next pease (Phase II-Organization) at a cost
of $45,000 for Phase II as submitted by CCS.
Plans for Opening
re.Perf.Arts Center Director of Performing Arts Center Grice explained that
Council had been provided with copies of memo dated February
2, 1990 regarding Grand Opening Gala for the Performing Arts
Center and shared the contents therein.
Discussion followed regarding scheduling of events in
conjunction with Cultural Arts Center, promotional plans and
traffic precautions.
A motion was made by Council Member Spiro, seconded by
Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to approve
in concept the grand opening plans for the Performing
Arts Center as submitted by staff and recommended by
Council Theatre comni.ttee.
Acoustical Shell
re.Perf.Arts Center Director of Performing Arts Center Grice updated the Council
on the status and options in regard to the acoustical shell.
A motion was made by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by
Councilman Cochran, and unanimously approved, to defer
considerations of the acoustical shell for the Performing
Arts Center to the Council Theatre committee (Eck and Spiro)
for handling.
Discussion followed regarding scheduling of public tours the
weekend before or following the grand opening at the
Performing Arts Center nearing completion stages of the
Center, and readiness for upcoming Miss Sonoma County Pageant
in March.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (7) February 13, 1990
Ordinance No. 520 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMMING THE ROHNERT
PARK MNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 15, BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION, TO
AM3VD THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 1987 EDITION; THE UNIFORM
PLLMING CODE, 1988 EDITION (to establish permit fees)
City Manager Callinan explained that Ordinance No. 520 has
been presented for introduction amending the Rohnert Park
MInicipal Code to provide for the collection of electrical
Permit fees and to establish simplified calculation sections
for procedures as dictated by the National Electric Code.
Upon motion by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved, Ordinance No. 520 was
introduced and a Public Hearing set for February 27, 1990.
(Per instructions by City Manager Callinan the Public Hearing
will be set for March 13, 1990)
DUI Cost Recovery
Program City Manager Callinan explained that Council had been
provided with copies of me= dated December 7, 1989 from Art
Sweeney, Public Safety Administrative Division and resolution
for consideration regarding DUI (Driving Lhder the Influence)
Cost Recovery Program.
Director of Public Safety Dennett referred to memo and
resolution for consideration mentioned above and shared the
contents therein outlining a policy and procedures for
recovery of costs associated with DUI (Driving Under the
Influence) incident related emergency responses.
Discussion followed regarding various pros and cons of
implementing such a program, philosophies, and other public
Policy related matters.
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Mayor
Hollingsworth, to adopt the resolution for consideration
regarding DUI cost recovery program based upon conviction as
opposed to arrest and with no retroactivity.
Further discussion followed confirming that other cities are
for the DUI cost recovery program, dollar amounts allowed for
said program, and recommendation of ordinance form versus
tonight's resolution for consideration to give people an
opportunity for input at a scheduled public hearing.
Councilman Cochran withdrew above motion to adopt resolution
for DUI cost recovery program.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (8) February 13, 1990
Ordinance No. 521 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
ADDING CHAPTER 9.46 TO TITLE 9 OF THE ROHNERT PARK M- NICIPAL
CODE TO IMPOSE A CHARGE AGAINST THE PERSON LIABLE FOR
EXPENSES INCURRED BY THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK IN AN ENERGENCY
RESPONSE UPON CONVICTION AS SET FORTH IN GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 53150, ET SEQ. (DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE)
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by
Councilman Eck, to put in ordinance form the DUI cost
recovery program outlined in the resolution submitted,
introduce it by title as Ordinance No. 521, and allow at
least thirty (30) days time for public reaction and input
prior to the adoption of the ordinance. The motion was
approved by the following roll call vote:
AYES: (3) Cochran, Eck, and Hollingsworth
NOES: (2) Hopkins and Spiro
Ordinance No. 522 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
ADDING CHAPTER 9.63 TO TITLE 9 OF THE ROHNERT PARK M NICIPAL
CODE TO PROVIDE FOR THE RECOVERY OF COSTS INCURRED BY THE
CITY OF pLHNERT PARK IN RESPONDING TO FALSE ALARMS
Director of Public Safety Dennett explained that Council had
been provided with copies of memo dated February 9, 1990 from
Art Sweeney, Public Safety Support Services, as well as
copies of statistical reports regarding fire /burglary /robbery
false alarms, and copies of Ordinance No. 522 for
introduction and shared the contents therein.
Discussion followed regarding the average number of false
alarms, the difference between malfunctioning equipment
versus valid reasons that alarm are set off, and that four
(4) false alarms are allowed before recovery costs would be
required. Councilman Cochran said he could not vote for the
ordinance unless businesses could be exempt from it.
A motion was made by Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, to introduce Ordinance No. 522, and approved by the
following vote:
AYES: (4) Eck, Hopkins, Spiro, and Hollingsworth
NOES: (1) Cochran
Council concurred that the Chamber of Commerce as well as
every business and resident listed on the above- :—entioned
false alarm statistical report should be sent a copy of the
ordinance for introduction regarding recovery of costs to
false alarms.
Director of Public Safety Dennett reported on other Public
Safety matters: 1) that considerable time has been spent
recently working on design for new facility to make sure
needs are met, and 2) that he attended a Chief's lecture
recently in which the effectiveness of a neighborhood program
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department cleaning up blighted neighborhoods and saturating
with officers for a time through the renewal process. Chief
Dennett said this was an interesting report and felt good
because City Manager Callinan has encouraged the same in
Rohnert Park and has been done here for twenty years.
Planning and Zoning
File No. 1187 City Manager Callinan explained that Council had been
Provided with copies of letter dated January 17, 1990 from
SIRE Enterprises and Planning Commission staff reports to
date regarding File No. 1187 - SIRE Enterprises appeal of
Planning Commission denial of request for approval of
tantative subdivision map for a 120 unit condominium
development for Steven J. Scarpa. He said City Attorney
would explain the need to defer this matter because of the
recent ruling from the Sierra Club lawsuit.
City Attorney Flitner said that as a result of the Sierra
Club lawsuit this project may not be categorically exenpt
under the CEQA guidelines and therefore may have to be
deferred until completion of the General Plan.
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Council
Member Spiro, to defer SIRE Enterprises appeal until
conpletion of General Plan.
City Manager said that the applicant would not lose any
rights with such delay since the appeal has been requested
within the proper time frame.
John Mackie, Attorney representing SIRE Enterprises, was
recognized and said that the recent court ruling had not been
brought to the attention of SIRE Enterprises and himself
prior to tonight's meeting causing them to feel distressed.
He said they were not willing to waive any rights in the
matter and must study the court decision for themselves.
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Council
Mm ber Spiro, and unanimously approved, to amend the above
motion to defer the appeal of SIRE Enterprises until the next
regularly scheduled meeting for the purpose of getting a
legal opinion from the City Attorney regarding this project
and allow time for both parties to review the Judge's ruling
in the Sierra Club lawsuit.
City Attorney Flitner confirmed to Council inquiry that
judicially SIRE Enterprises' time goes into limbo regarding
said appeal process.
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Planning Commissioner
Resignation /Replacement -City Manager Callinan explained that copies had been provided
to Council of resignation letter dated January 25, 1990 from
Planning Commissioner Jim Davis for reasons of poor health.
He said that in accordance with Council policy, Councilman
Cochran could nominate a replacement since he had nominated
Jim Davis.
Councilman Cochran expressed appreciation for the outstanding
service of Jim Davis as Planning Commissioner and sorrow for
the necessity of his resignation.
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by
Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to regretfully
accept the resignation of Planning Commissioner Jim Davis and
to appoint former Planning Commissioner John Giertz as
his replacement.
R.P.Stadium Adjacent
Land Review City Manager Callinan referred to map posted for Council's
review of all City owned property adjacent to the Rohnert
Park stadium between Labath Avenue and Redwood Drive. He
said this was provided at Council's previous request to
determine the City owned areas and how it relates to the
existing stadium, sewer ponds and other factors in
determining future uses and/or sales of City property.
Discussion followed regarding the possible selling of the
property versus consideration of using it for softball
fields, sports complex, etc. as previously discussed. It was
confirmed that City has another piece of land to consider for
such options, that Roy Scouts are requesting City's
assistance for new headquarters location, and comments were
in Draft General Plan to retain above - mentioned property as
open space. Acknowledgment was given that tonight's review
of this matter was for Council information and not a proposal
at this time.
Codding Enterprises City Manager Callinan said that time was allotted on
tonight's agenda for Council sub- committee to report on
progress made with Codding Enterprises regarding the request
to purchase additional City property in the area west of
Redwood Drive, but recommended to defer this matter since no
action could be taken at this time because of the recent
ruling on the Sierra Club lawsuit. Council concurred.
Cable Television:
System/Svc.Review City Manager Callinan said that it was necessary to defer the
cable television system and services review report until such
time as staff has the opportunity to meet with Council
committee on this matter.
Rate Increases
of MzltiVision
Cable Television
Franchise Consultant
Resolution No.
90 -39
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (11) February 13, 1990
Assistant to the City Manager Leivo explained that Council
had been provided with copies of letter dated January 28,
1990 from MzltiVision Cable TV Corp. regarding increases in
rates and said he had nothing to add since the letter was
self- explanatory.
Discussion followed confirming the need for the shortest
renewal time possible for the upcoming contract franchise
agreement with MiltiVision. Questions were raised regarding
other cable companies in the area sending similar notices
of the same rate increases at the same times.
A motion was made by Council Member Spiro, seconded by
Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, for City
Attorney to check into the legalities of all cable television
companies raising rates at the same time for same amounts and
that he contact District Attorney's office and the State and
Federal Attorney Generals for their review of any violation
of law regarding the cable companies rate raising actions.
Assistant to the City Manager Leivo said that he had made
contact with Carl Pilnick, President of Telecommunications
Management Corp. as previously requested by Council asking
him to submit a proposal to engage his services as consultant
to City for upcoming cable television franchise negotiations.
He explained that Council had been provided with copies
of said proposal and letter dated February 5, 1990
from Mr. Pilnick.
Discussion followed confirming that Mr. Pilnick was the same
consultant hired by the City in previous cable television
franchise negotiations.
A'RESOLUTION APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE HIRING OF
TELECU44- NICATIONS MNNAGEN M CORPORATION (TW) TO PROVIDE
CABLE TELEVISION CONSULTING SERVICES
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by
Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to adopt
Resolution No. 90 -39 authorizing an agreement with Consultant
Carl Pilnick for cable television consulting services.
Discussion followed regarding the formation of a citizen's
committee for cable television negotiations, and that the
Council committee should develop a format for the citizen's
committee and report back to Council. Council confirmed
necessity to make sure renewed franchise contract
language gives freedom to cancel same in the event of
deregulation possibilities.
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CDBG Funding Program City Manager Callinan explained that Council had been
Provided with copies of CDBG funding application dated
January 29, 1990 from Sonoma County Independent Living Skills
Inc. requesting $16,450 from the City's allocation of CDBG
funds to pay for interest on an interim loan provided by the
State until authorized funding is received in the amount of
$260,000 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HLD). He said that HUD has approved a $260,000
grant in order for Sonoma County Independent Living Skills to
purchase a home located at 735 Bonnie Avenue to provide a
group hone for six very low income developmentally disabled
adults. It is anticipated that the federal funds will be
received no later than September of 1990, therefore, the
amount requested could be on the high side and the actual
funds provided by CDBG funding could be less.
City Manager Callinan said that at the last Council meeting a
resolution was adopted listing priorities of City projects
requested for CDBG funding. He said that staff reconm mds
the proposal as submitted to be included with the projects
submitted to the Sonoma County Community Development
Commission for CDBG funding.
A motion was made by Council Member Spiro, seconded by
Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, for the request for
CDBG funding from Sonoma County Independent Living Skills
Inc. to be included with the projects submitted to the Sonoma
County Comunity Development Commission for CDBG funding.
ABAG's Request
for Contribution City Manager Callinan explained that Council had been
Provided with copies of letter dated January 16, 1990 from
Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) requesting a
contribution of $500 per year for two years to help fund the
Bay Area Economic Forum. He said the letter also outlines
items ABAG will provide to the City for its contribution.
Discussion followed.
A motion was made by Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman
Cochran, and unanimously approved, to contribute $500 per
year for two (2) years to Bay Area Economic Forum per ABAG's
request for same.
Homeless Prevention City Manager Callinan explained that Council had been
Provided with copies of letter dated January 11, 1990 from
Homeless Prevention Group requesting $5,000 to be included
in the budget for fiscal year 1990 -91 to assist citizens in
the Rohnert Park - Cotati- Penngrove area in cases of impending
homelessness 'there County services are not provided. He said
that Council had requested this item be put on tonight's
agenda from last meeting's communications, and also referred
to letters listed on tonight's communications regarding
support of this request.
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Mayor Hollingsworth introduced Ralph Jones to further explain
the purpose of Homeless Prevention Group.
Ralph Jones, Representative for Homeless Prevention Group,
distributed copies to Council of By -laws and Policy Statement
drafts and shared some of the contents therein. He said that
these items were not yet finalized, but close to it, that
this group is not trying to take over county responsibilities
or duplicate any already existing programs, but that it is
trying to fill a gap and would primarily be used for existing
residents who are in temporary problems. He described
makeup of staff and pursuit for directors and assistants
though trying to keep a low profile until established. He
reviewed contributions to date and said a few individuals
involved have assured support.
Discussion followed in which Mr. Jones said the group is not
looking to develop a large bank balance and confirmed to
Council's inquiry it's to be a repayment program to assist in
temporary, emergency situations. He said that accountability
would be given to donors in which privacy would be retained.
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Council
Member Spiro, and unanimously approved, to incorporate the
Homeless Prevention Group's request for $5,000 in 1990 -91
budget process and to invite representative of same to
participate in said budget hearings.
So.Co.Transportation Councilman Cochran said that tomorrow the Sonoma County
Transportation Committee as a whole will be able to get back
together with Mayors' and Councilmen's Assoc. and that,
basically, tonight's Council packets provided recornendations
by select executive committee via letter dated January 11,
1990 from Chairwoman Nanci Burton of Transportation and Sales
Tax Committee. He said we're on our way to having an
expenditure plan that would include Stony Point Road and
Petaluma Hill Road as these matters will be in conjunction
with the proposed sales tax measure.
Mayor Hollingsworth said that two requests have been made
from Mayors and Managers executive meeting that was held on
Thursday, February 8, 1990 as follows:
1) A Council member is needed to be on Sonoma County
Transportation Committee to meet with Marin County
representatives (Hwy 101 Corridor Committee) to discuss
purchase and use of Northwestern Pacific Railroad
right -of -way.
2) A letter from City Council listing all items proposed by
Mayors and Managers via Chairwoman Nanci Burton's report
dated January 11, 1990 referenced above (copies provided to
Council) for tax proposal for transportation listing those
items as agreed to or opposed.
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Discussion followed in which Council concurred for Councilman
Eck to be on Sonoma County Transportation Committe as
requested above. Concerns were expressed regarding
pressure to join Merin County's interest on rail rather
than use of draw bridge, that Petaluma, Santa Rosa, and
Rohnert Park are greatly impacted by rail considerations,
and that representatives will meet regarding what right of
way entails.
Reference was made to a resolution for consideration provided
by staff as a suggested response to item No. 2 above.
Council concurred preference for Councilman Cochran to
contact Jack Healy directly and let him know Council's
responses to the above- mentioned report on recommendations of
Transportation and Sales Tax Committee as follows:
a) Bonding - Support; b) Composition of the Transportation
Authority - Support; c) Expenditure Plan - Support 1% with
flexibility in the expenditure plan; d) Rail Component -
Support as long as have control of limits over the portion in
our city; e) Bikeways - Support; f) Growth Management
Component - Support; g) Parallel Reliever Routes - Support;
h) Transit/Paratransit - Support
Caltrans /Hwy 101 Plans- Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust said that
earlier this week Caltrans discussed plans for the future
widening of U.S. 101 to accormiodate the ultimate eight lane
freeway, that there's a State gas tax plan in which money
could provide funds for said widening from Petaluma up to the
north part of Santa Rosa at approximately the River Road
area. He referred to plans on the wall and said there was
talk about major changes at the Wilfred Avenue interchange
area, that a major change is being proposed at Commerce Blvd.
as it crosses at Smitty's, that development is tied up and
yet to be finished at Roberts Lake Road, and consideration is
being given to eliminate the north bound off -ramp to Santa
Rosa and widen Roberts Lake Road four lanes. Mr. Brust said
that in regard to a connection under the freeway to Wilfred
Avenue, Caltrans is requesting input from the City and will
be sending a very detailed plan in a week or so to enable
City's reaction and input. He said that Caltrans is trying
to have some plans ready in the event that the sales tax
passes, that the time table would probably be two (2) to
three (3) years to 1995 to complete, if it does pass. He
said that Caltrans is not asking for input at this point, but
that tonight's report gives something to look at for Council
consideration and information.
Discussion followed with Council concurring that Mr. Brust
should relay Council's disapproval of this plan to Caltrans.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (15) February 13, 1990
Recess Mayor Hollingsworth declared a recess at approximately
10:04 P.M.
Reconvene Mayor Hollingsworth reconvened the Council meeting at
approximately 10:15 p.m. with all Council members present.
R.P.Expressway Ext.
to Stony Point Rd. Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust said that the
Rohnert Park Expressway Extension to Stony Point Road,
Project No. 1984 -21 is nearing completion and, if weather
permits, final paving should be complete and the opening of
same should be within thirty days.
City Manager Callinan explained that Council had been
provided with copies of letter dated January 30, 1990 from
John J. King, Pimentel Agent regarding costs incurred because
of City's Expressway West project. He said he would like to
defer this matter to the next Council meting due to the
lateness of the hour. Council concurred.
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:
Scout's Dist.Ofc.Site City Manager Callinan said that Thomas Powell, Scout
Executive for Boy Scouts of America /Sonoma- Mbndocino Area
Council has approached the City regarding a place to move the
scout headquarters. He referred to comprehensive report from
Sam which reviewed many objectives and said that the scouts
are wondering if the City would be able to help find a
location and/or give gift of land as was discussed by Council
some years ago.
Thomas C. Powell, Scout Executive for Boy Scouts was
recognized and confirmed to Council that a central location
contiguous to freeway is preferred so scouts can conveniently
be available for services provided. He said that the run
down condition of the scout's current location in the
southwestern portion of Petaluma is a case of becoming
hazardous, that some verbal commitments of assistance have
been received, and that the organization is looking for
financing for building materials.
Discussion followed clarifying location needs, complications
revealed at recent Council meting regarding gifts of land
confirming that land for scouts would not be given by City
but from possible donors or contributions, and concluding the
need to have a Council committee work with the scouts
on this matter.
Mayor Hollingsworth appointed Councilman Cochran and
Councilman Hopkins as Council committee for Boy Scouts
District Office location needs.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (16) February 13, 1990
REWF Natters City Manager Callinan said that REbUF recently had a board
meeting regarding significant matters and changes in
liability formula and that Council had been provided with
copies of California Joint Powers Risk Management
Authority /Memmarandum of Coverage - Amended January 23, 1990.
He said the REMIF Board approved Chlorine gas leak coverage
up to RENQF's Self- Insurance Retention ($500,000) because the
Super -Pool excludes such coverage, and that the board is made
up of seven (7) regional cities with seven (7) other
associate member cities. He said that every year it comes
up that the associate member cities want representation, but
since all get the same benefits, no amendment to the contract
is recommended because of the diverse standards and different
ways of thinking in the smaller northern comnanities and the
need for continued cohesiveness. He said there's never been
a problem with the regional cities because the working
relationships can be retained and developed.
Discussion followed in which Council agreed to above -
mentioned recommendation with comments that it would not be
good to jeopardize what does exist and that the current and
effective working relationships should not be put at risk.
Mr. T's Academy City Manager Calllinan said that staff has recently had
discussion with Sam Tharpe of Mr. T's Academy, that a
location for W. T's has not been found, and that W. Tharpe
says it will be necessary to close the academy if a location
cannot be found.
Discussion followed confirming that staff was directed to
assist in locating a permanent place for W. T's Academy.
City Manager Callinan said that staff has been looking for a
place but hasn't found one.
Codding Center Update City Manager Callinan said that the Finance Department is
moving into the Codding Center this month and that staff
should have plans for going to bid on the Senior Center at
the next Council meeting.
Commuter Parking City Manager Callinan said there is a need for more commuter
parking, that the State is being urged to build another lot
in the northwest quadrant of the U.S.101 /Expressway
interchange, and that the opening of Roberts Lake Road will
include a commuter parking lot with 217 spaces.
Freeway Interchange
Landscaping City Manager Callinan said there have been efforts for years
trying to get the major freeway landscaped and are now
being told that because of the earthquake, funds are being
used elsewhere.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (17) February 13, 1990
City Attorney's Report: City Attorney Flitner said that he had nothing to report at
this time but would give reports in the closed session
immediately following this meeting on the Rent Control and
Sierra Club lawsuits.
Matters from Council: Nhyor Hollingsworth reminded Council of invitation to ride in
Cloverdale's Citrus Fair Parade on Sat., February 17, 1990.
Councilman Eck reminded Council that Quinton Kopp will be
the speaker to present his bill on the North Bay Transit
Agency on March 8th at the Mayors' and Councilmen's
Association in Petaluma.
Councilman Eck asked about the status of traffic lights on
Petaluma Hill Road to which City Engineer Brust said
installation has been pushed back for over two years because
of the EIR, but is currently scheduled for late summer.
Councilman Eck said he would still like to see School Board
go to bid on the bike path on the south side of Rancho Cotate
High School to which City Engineer Brust said he would bring
the matter up at meeting scheduled tomorrow to talk about
crossing guards.
Council Member Spiro called attention to the grammatical
spelling error on the Annual Report brought out at last
Council meeting and said she wanted to make sure it was known
that instructions for spelling the word principle instead of
principal came from staff, and that the person doing the
report was not being criticized.
Council Nbmber Spiro asked when will the Comninity Resource
Specialist begin to work to which City Manager Callinan
responded that the review process is taking place now so the
new Conmmity Resource Specialist should begin working in a
few weeks.
Councilman Hopkins asked about the status of traffic lights
on E. Cotati Avenue and Old Redwood Highway to which City
Engineer Brust responded that contract has been awarded and
project is waiting for poles.
Mayor Hollingsworth said that he received a phone call from
Rhonda Cramer regarding coordinating cross guards with the
School Board, that he agreed to meet with them regarding this
matter because of the need to be sensitive to their needs and
Lbscheduled Public
Appearances
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes
(18) February 13, 1990
carefully monitor the situation at Crane School. Councilman
Eck said they have a point regarding the right hand turn in
question as he's noticed drivers are only looking for traffic
at that corner.
Mayor Hollingsworth asked if anyone in the audience wished to
make an appearance at this time.
George Horwedel, 7660 Camino Colegio, was recognized and said
that in recent letter from Congressman Bosco, he noticed that
there's no plan in the Senate or House for the scheduling of
hearings for cable television.
Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Hollingsworth
adjourned the meeting at approximately 10:45 p.m. to a closed
session immediately following this meeting to discuss
litigation matters and then to 7:00 p.m. on February 20th,
1990 for a public meeting on the General Plan.
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San Francisco
Community Counselling
CA 94104
415 392.5395
Service Co., Inc.
800 227.3834
Mr. Pete Callinan
Fund RaisinglPublic Relations
369 Pine Street
Suite 600
February 12, 1990
San Francisco
CA 94104
415 392.5395
800 227.3834
Mr. Pete Callinan
City Manager
el A. DeNunzio CFRE
City of Rohnert Park
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President
Western Division
6750 Commerce Blvd.
Rohnert Park, California 94928
Dear Mr. Callinan,
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CCS is pleased to present for consideration of the City of Rohnert Park our
report and recommendations for fund raising campaign to endow the City of
Rohnert Park's new Performing Arts Center.
CCS is especially proud to include among our municipal clients a growing
city like Rohnert Park. We especially want to thank you, and Mr. Michael
Grice, Director of the Perfonning Arts Center, for your insight and
guidance during the study. We also wish to thank the City's Administrative
Assistant Ms. Diane Tomkins, for her very competent and professional
coordination of the study. All City staff people were most cooperative and
we thank them for their assistance.
Enclosed with this letter is the Report and Recommendations and an
Executive Summary of the Report. All original source data and materials
are on file in CCS' San Francisco office. Please be assured of our
availability to answer any questions.
With best wished I remain,
Sincerely yours,
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Michael A. DeNunzio
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CITY OF ROI-INERT PARK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
FEASIBILITY STUDY REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. Purpose of Study: To determine the feasibility of raising funds to endow the
city of Rohnert Park Performing Arts Center.
2. Study Period: Five weeks from January 2, 1990 through February 2,
1990.
3. Study Participants: CCS conducted personal, confidential interviews with 47
individuals representing civic, social, cultural, business,
professional, and corporate leaders. All participants were
very cooperative. A color -coded direct mail survey was also
sent to 446 individuals. The response rate of 25% was
exceptionally high, particularly for a municipality. CCS also
researched corporations and foundations for possible
support.
4. Factors Evaluated: CCS evaluated the strengths and weaknesses of six factors.
They are:
1. Image: Perceptions and interest in the
project.
2. Case: The needs plans, costs and
priorities
3. Leadership: Individuals willing to advocate the
case
4. Prospects: Individuals, foundations,
businesses willing to give
5. Resources: Office staff, budget to sustain a
campaign
6. Plan: Management and procedures
Call to Order
Roll Call
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes
February 13, 1990
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
Hollingsworth presiding.
Mayor Hollingsworth called the regular session to order at
approximately 7:10 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance.
Present: (3) Council members Cochran, Hopkins, and
Hollingsworth
Absent (0) None
Late: (2) Council members Eck and Spiro attending a
meeting as Council committee members for
Performing Arts Center (Arrival times are
noted in these minutes).
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager
Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, Planning Director Skanchy,
Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust, Director of
Administrative Services /Assistant to City Manager Netter,
Assistant to the City Manager Leivo, Director of Public
Safety Dennett, and Director of Performing Arts
Center Grice.
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Boy /Girl Scouts Nbck Mayor Hollingsworth said there would be a change in the order
City Council Mtg. of tonight's agenda since two Council members were still
attending another meeting and invited the Boy and Girl Scouts
to proceed with the Nbck City Council Meeting.
Director of Administrative Services /Assistant to the City
Manager Netter assisted the scouts to assigned seats and
distributed copies of the Nbck City Council Nbeting agenda.
Scout Mayor Tiffany Borba called the Mock City Council
Meeting to order at approximately 7:12 p.m. and took the roll
call. Present were Scout Vice Mayor Becky Pengel, Scout
Council Member Lori Unangst, Scout Council Member Grand
Allread, Scout Council Member Brent Powell, Scout City
Manager Jenny Ito, Scout City Attorney Curtis Bonner, Scout
Recreation Director Andy Burr, Scout Finance Director Alan
Cubillas, Scout Director of Public Safety Kevin Jackson,
Scout City Engineer Cameron Christmann, and Scout Planning
Director Jean Lestanguet.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (2) February 13, 1990
Scout Mayor Borba initiated discussion concerning six topics:
(1) Highway 101 Congestion, (2) Alicia Pool Extended Swimming
Hours, ( 3 ) Racquetball l Courts / lower age limit from 15 to 13
Years, (4) Nbre programs and activities for teenagers, (5)
Install 4 -way Stop Sign at Santa Dorotea Circle and
Country Club Drive, and (6) Additional Left Hand Tam
Lane at Snyder Lane and E. Cotati Avenue.
Discussion followed concerning the above listed topics with
Nhyor Hollingsworth and Assistant to the City Manager Netter
assisting. The Boy /Girl Scouts recommended the following:
(1) Highway 101 congestion - build either two additional
lanes or - develop a light rail (train) transit system
(2) Alicia Pool extended swimming hours - lower prices at the
pool with lessons, or scatter lessons to other pools in
the system.
(3) Racquetball Courts /lower age limit from 15 to 13 -
require parents to sign papers to be responsible for
their child's actions and lower the age level to 13
(4) More Programs and Activities for Teenagers - provide
programs and activities for teens between the ages of 12
and 18 years such as art classes, games, sports like
volleyball, softball and basketball since such activities
are available for ages older and younger in the
comrunity but not for the teenagers
(5) Install 4 -way Stop Sign at Santa Dorotea Circle and
Country Club Drive - concluded no need for a 4 -way stop
sign at this intersection as would back up traffic
even =re
(6) Additional Left Hand Turn Lane at Snyder Lane and E.
Cotati Avenue - approved additional left hand turn at
this intersection
Scout Mayor Tiffany Borba adjourned the Nock City Council
Nheting at approximately 7:32 p.m.
Mayor Hollingsworth extended appreciation for the quality
performance of the scouts and had them introduce themselves
and review the day's activities.
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Recess Nhyor Hollingsworth declared a recess at approximately
7:45 p.m.
Reconvene Mayor Hollingsworth reconvened the Council meeting at
approximately 7:51 p.m. with all Council members present
Council Members which included the arrival of Council Members Eck and
Eck & Spiro Arrive Spiro at this point in the meeting.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (3) February 13, 1990
Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Eck, with a correction by Council Member Spiro on page 12
under Annual Report that the error which was a grammatical
misspelling of the word principal (not principle) was on
the second page inside the front page (not on the front
page), the minutes of January 23, 1990 were
unanimously approved.
Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Council Member
Spiro, and unanimously approved the bills presented per the
attached list in the amount of $1,382,008.56 were approved.
CDA bills presented per the attached list in the ammunt of
$427,889.08 were approved,
Non - agendaed Items Mayor Hollingsworth queried if any Council member had any
non- agendaed items to add to the agenda.
Councilman Eck and Council Nbmber Spiro each said that they
had one miscellaneous item to add under Natters from Council.
Mayor Hollingsworth said that he had two items to share from
the Mayors' and Councilmen's Assoc. Executive Board meeting
that he attended last week.
Lhscheduled Public Mayor Hollingsworth stated that in compliance with
Appearances State Law (The Brown Act), anyone in the audience who wished
to make a comment may do so at this time.
George Horwedel, 7660 Camino Colegio, was recognized and
said
that with upcoming
negotiations for
the renewal of
the
franchise for cable
TV, it would be a
good idea to see
if a
citizen's committee
could be formed as
suggested at previous
Council meetings since it would be a
good way to check
and
work with citizen's
desires regarding cable TV matters.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Hollingsworth queried if anyone had any questions
regarding the matters on the consent calendar.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting
of the agenda.
City Manager Callinan said that Resolutions No. 90 -26, 90 -27,
and 90 -28 should be removed from tonight's consent calendar
as recommended by City Attorney Flitner because of the recent
Sierra Club lawsuit ruling. He said that these matters would
be discussed in tonight's closed session immediately
following the regular meeting.
Resolution No. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COLMIL OF THE CITY OF WMERT PARK
90-29 APPROVING AGREEMENTS WITH JONATHAN HERR & ASSOCIATES (For
Landscape Architectural Services for Neighborhood "M" Park
and Neighborhood "R" Park)
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (4) February 13, 1990
Resolution No.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
90 -30
APPROVING IT E APPLICATION FOR LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION
FUNDS AND DESIGNATING A LIAISON AGENT FOR THE "M' PARK -
PHASE I PROJECT
Resolution No.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
90 -31
APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION
FUNDS AND DESIGNATING A LIA AGENT FCC? THE "R"
PARK - PROJECT
Resolution No.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING THE
90 -32
SUEMISSION OF AN APPLICATION UNDER THE CALIFCRNIA BEVERAGE
CONTAINED RECYCLING AND LITTER REDLJC.TIC N ACT
Resolution No.
A RESOLUTION APPROVING ANNUAL FACILITY AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
90 -33
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AND HEWLETT PACKARD FOR USE OF SITE FOR
A DRIVING AREA (TRAINING FOR THE DEPARIWNT OF PUBLIC SAFETY)
Resolution No.
RESOLUTION APPOINTING REPRESENTATIVE TO THE TECHNICAL
90 -34
ADVISORY CCt+ICTTEE TO THE COUNTY OF SONONA HOUSING AUTHORITY
Resolution No.
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PUBLIC 1WROVEM TS AND AUTHORIZING THE
90-35
RELEASE OF BMW FOR LX VERSTly PARK SUBDIVISION LNIT 1
Resolution No.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MDNTHLy ALLOWANCE FOR THE VOLUNTEER
90 -36
EHMGENCY SERVICES COORDINATOR
Approval of Parcel Map No. 131 - Rebecca Oken and Classic
Investment Co., Ltd. III for the area north of Professional
Center Drive and east of State Farm Drive
Upon motion by Councilmen Hopkins, seconded by Council Number
Spiro, and unanimously approved, with the exception of
Resolutions No. 90 -26, 90 -27, and 90 -28, the Consent Calendar
as outlined on the meeting's agenda was approved.
Resolution No. A RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR , MMT YCUZ JUDGES" PUBLIC FORUM
90-37 TO BE HELD ON NARCH 5, 1990
CORRECTION FROM
2/27/90 meeting by MayorCity MRnager Callinan explained the resolution.
Hollingsworth to include time & place - -at 7:OOp.m. at Santa Rosa Veteran's Memorial Bldg.
Lk= motion by Councilmen Cochran, seconded by Councilmen
Eck, Resolution No. 90-37 was adopted by the following vote:
AYES: (4) Cochran, Eck, Spiro, and Hollingsworth
NOES: (1) Hopkins
R.P.Stadium Roof City Manager Callinan said that the resolution for
consideration for the award of contract for the Rohnert Park
Stadium Roof, Project No. 1989 -2 should be deferred until
later as recomMMK38d by City Attorney because of the recent
Sierra Club lawsuit ruling. Council concurred.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (5) February 13, 1990
Resolution No. A RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT (For a Generator for City of
90 -38 Rohnert Park Department of Public Works)
City Manager Callinan explained the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Cochran, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 90 -38
was adopted.
Telephone Service Dr. Gary Gouger, 1515 Montgomery Drive, Santa Rosa, was
Directories recognized and said that he was here tonight to bring
Council's attention to the fact that Pacific Bell Telephone
Company is splitting the phone book into two books. He said
that he had spoken with Santa Rosa Council and with other
individuals both commercial and residential and that he has
found no one in favor of splitting the phone book because
advertising will have to be separated and the second book is
only available upon request. Dr. Gouger said he didn't know
if Council could approach Pacific Bell but asked if
individuals could express disapproval to the phone company
regarding disapproval of the two phone books. Discussion
followed.
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Council
Member Spiro, and unanimously approved to send a letter to
Pacific Bell expressing disapproval' of splitting the phone
directory with copy of said letter to Public Utilities
Commission (PUC).
Fund Raising Update
re.Perform.Arts Center Mayor Hollingsworth said that the Performing Arts Center
agenda items would be moved up and handled at this time as a
courtesy to individuals in the audience from San Francisco
representing Community Counselling Service Co., Inc., (CCS)
Councilman Eck said that the Council committee met with CCS
regarding fund raising plans and procedures for the
Performing Arts Center and recommends that Council approve
the second phase for organization as submitted by CCS.
Council Mmiber Spiro said that the Council committee reviewed
a small sampling of some of the things CCS has been involved
in, shared the contents of two pages listing same, and said
that Council committee was favorably impressed with the
accomplishments of CCS.
Michael DeNunzio, President of CCS Western Division, was
recognized and shared the contents of CCS report and
recommendations dated February 12, 1990 for fund raising
campaign to endow the City of Rohnert Park's new Performing
Arts Center (copies of which were provided to Council and
attached to original set of these minutes).
Plans for Opening
re.Perf.Arts Center
Acoustical Shell
re.Perf.Arts Center
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (6) February 13, 1990
Sandra Estok, Senior Director of CCS was introduced by
Councilman Eck. He said that she would be the point person
involved in the second phase as outlined in the above -
mentioned CCS report if approved by Council.
Discussion followed regarding the point in which the City
could hire its own staff person for this position to which
City Msnager Callinan confirmed that staff is looking into
the matter, and as CCS is phased out a staff development
director to raise funds would be recommended.
A motion was made by Councilman Eck, seconded by Council
Member Spiro, and unanimously approved, to accept the report
(Phase I) and to approve the January 30, 1990 letter proposal
from CCS for the next phase (Phase II- Organization) at a cost
of $45,000 for Phase II as submitted by CCS.
Director of Performing Arts Center Grice explained that
Council had been provided with copies of memo dated February
2, 1990 regarding Grand Opening Gala for the Performing Arts
Center and shared the contents therein.
Discussion followed regarding scheduling of events in
conjunction with Cultural Arts Center, promotional plans and
traffic precautions.
A motion was made by Council Member Spiro, seconded by
Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to approve
in concept the grand opening plans for the Performing
Arts Center as submitted by staff and recommended by
Council Theatre committee.
Director of Performing Arts Center Grice updated the Council
on the status and options in regard to the acoustical shell.
A motion was made by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by
Councilman Cochran, and unanimously approved, to defer
considerations of the acoustical shell for the Performing
Arts Center to the Council Theatre committee (Eck and Spiro)
for handling.
Discussion followed regarding scheduling of public tours the
weekend before or following the grand opening at the
Performing Arts Center nearing completion stages of the
Center, and readiness for upcoming miss Sonoma County Pageant
in March.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (7) February 13, 1990
Ordinance No. 520 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMOING THE ROHNERT
PARK M.VICIPAL CODE, TITLE 15, BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION, TO
A4ZD THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, 1987 EDITION; THE UNIFORM
PLLNBING CODE, 1988 EDITION (to establish permit fees)
City Manager Callinan explained that Ordinance No. 520 has
been presented for introduction amending the Rohnert Park
M.uzicipal Code to provide for the collection of electrical
Permit fees and to establish simplified calculation sections
for procedures as dictated by the National Electric Code,
Upon motion by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Councilman
Eck, and unanimously approved, Ordinance No. 520 was
introduced and a Public Hearing set for February 27, 1990.
(Per instructions by City Manager Callinan the Public Hearing
will be set for March 13, 1990)
DUI Cost Recovery
Program City Manager Callinan explained that Council had been
provided with copies of memo dated December 7, 1989 from Art
Sweeney, Public Safety Administrative Division and resolution
for consideration regarding DUI (Driving Lhder the Influence)
Cost Recovery Program.
Director of Public Safety Dennett referred to memo and
resolution for consideration mentioned above and shared the
contents therein outlining a policy and procedures for
recovery of costs associated with DUI (Driving Under the
Influence) incident related emergency responses.
Discussion followed regarding various pros and cons of
implementing such a program, philosophies, and other public
policy related matters.
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Mayor
Hollingsworth, to adopt the resolution for consideration
regarding DUI cost recovery program based upon conviction as
opposed to arrest and with no retroactivity.
Further discussion followed confirming that other cities are
for the DUI cost recovery program, dollar amounts allowed for
said program, and recommendation of ordinance form versus
tonight's resolution for consideration to give people an
opportunity for input at a scheduled public hearing.
Councilman Cochran withdrew above motion to adopt resolution
for DUI cost recovery program.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (8) February 13, 1990
Ordinance No. 521 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COL.NCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
ADDING CHAPTER 9.46 O TITLE 9 Or LTE ROHM E[TL PARK r't._WICIPAL
CODE TO IMPOSE A CHARGE AGAINST THE PERSON LIABLE FOR
EXPENSES INCURRED BY THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK IN AN EWRGENCy
RESPONSE UPON CONVICTION AS SET FORTH IN GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 53150, ET SEQ. (DRIVING LNDER THE INFLUENCE)
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by
Councilman Eck, to put in ordinance form the DUI cost
recovery program outlined in the resolution submitted,
introduce it by title as Ordinance No. 521, and allow at
least thirty (30) days time for public reaction and input
prior to the adoption of the ordinance. The motion was
approved by the following roll call vote:
AYES: (3) Cochran, Eck, and Hollingsworth
NOES: (2) Hopkins and Spiro
Ordinance No. 522 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
ADDING CHAPTER 9.63 TO TITLE 9 OF THE ROHNERT PARK M.NICIPAL
CODE TO PROVIDE FOR THE RECOVERY OF COSTS INCURRED BY THE
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK IN RESPONDING TO FALSE ALARM
Director of Public Safety Dennett explained that Council had
been provided with copies of memo dated February 9, 1990 from
Art Sweeney, Public Safety Support Services, as well as
copies of statistical reports regarding fire /burglary /robbery
false alarms, and copies of Ordinance No. 522 for
introduction and shared the contents therein.
Discussion followed regarding the average number of false
alarms, the difference between malfunctioning equipment
versus valid reasons that alarms are set off, and that four
(4) false alarms are allowed before recovery costs would be
required. Councilman Cochran said he could not vote for the
ordinance unless businesses could be exempt from it.
A motion was made by Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, to introduce Ordinance No. 522, and approved by the
following vote:
AYES: (4) Eck, Hopkins, Spiro, and Hollingsworth
NOES: (1) Cochran
Council concurred that the Chamber of Commerce as well as
every business and resident listed on the above-mentioned
false alarm statistical report should be sent a copy of the
ordinance for introduction regarding recovery of costs to
false alarm.
Director of Public Safety Dennett reported on other Public
Safety matters: 1) that considerable time has been spent
recently working on design for new facility to make sure-
needs are met, and 2) that he attended a Chief's lecture
recently in which the effectiveness of a neighborhood program
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (9) February 13, 1990
department cleaning up blighted neighborhoods and saturating
with officers for a time through the renewal process. Chief
Dennett said this was an interesting report and felt good
because City Manager Callinan has encouraged the same in
Rohnert Park and has been done here for twenty years.
Planning and Zoning
File No. 1187 City Manager Callinan explained that Council had been
provided with copies of letter dated January 17, 1990 from
SIRE Enterprises and Planning Commission staff reports to
date regarding File No. 1187 - SIRE Enterprises appeal of
Planning Commission denial of request for approval of
tantative subdivision map for a 120 unit condominium
development for Steven J. Scarpa. He said City Attorney
would explain the need to defer this matter because of the
recent ruling from the Sierra Club lawsuit.
City Attorney Flitner said that as a result of the Sierra
Club lawsuit this project may not be categorically exenpt
under the CEQA guidelines and therefore may have to be
deferred until completion of the General Plan.
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Council
Member Spiro, to defer SIRE Enterprises appeal until
completion of General Plan.
City Manager said that the applicant would not lose any
rights with such delay since the appeal has been requested
within the proper time frame.
John Mackie, Attorney representing SIRE Enterprises, was
recognized and said that the recent court ruling had not been
brought to the attention of SIRE Enterprises and himself
prior to tonight's meeting causing them to feel distressed.
He said they were not willing to waive any rights in the
matter and must study the court decision for themselves.
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Council
MmTber Spiro, and unanimously approved, to amend the above
motion to defer the appeal of SIRE Enterprises until the next
regularly scheduled meeting for the purpose of getting a
legal opinion from the City Attorney regarding this project
and allow time for both parties to review the Judge's ruling
in the Sierra Club lawsuit.
City Attorney Flitner confirmed to Council inquiry that
judicially SIRE Enterprises' time goes into limbo regarding
said appeal process.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (10) February 13, 1990
Planning Commissioner
Resignation/ Replacement -City Manager Callinan explained that copies had been provided
to Council of resignation letter dated January 25, 1990 from
Planning Commissioner Jim Davis for reasons of poor health.
He said that in accordance with Council policy, Councilman
Cochran could nominate a replacement since he had nominated
Jim Davis.
Councilman Cochran expressed appreciation for the outstanding
service of Jim Davis as Planning Commissioner and sorrow for
the necessity of his resignation.
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by
Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to regretfully
accept the resignation of Planning Commissioner Jim Davis and
to appoint former Planning Commissioner John Giertz as
his replacement.
R.P.Stadium Adjacent
Land Review City Manager Callinan referred to map posted for Council's
review of all City owned property adjacent to the Rohnert
Park stadium between Labath Avenue and Redwood Drive. He
said this was provided at Council's previous request to
determine the City owned areas and how it relates to the
existing stadium, sewer ponds and other factors in
determining future uses and/or sales of City property.
Discussion followed regarding the possible selling of the
property versus consideration of using it for softball
fields, sports complex, etc. as previously discussed. It was
confirmed that City has another piece of land to consider for
such options, that Boy Scouts are requesting City's
assistance for new headquarters location, and comments were
in Draft General Plan to retain above- mentioned property as
open space. Acknowledgment was given that tonight's review
of this matter was for Council information and not a proposal
at this time.
Codding Enterprises City Manager Callinan said that time was allotted on
tonight's agenda for Council sub - committee to report on
Progress made with Codding Enterprises regarding the request
to purchase additional City property in the area west of
Redwood Drive, but recommended to defer this matter since no
action could be taken at this time because of the recent
ruling on the Sierra Club lawsuit. Council concurred.
Cable Television:
System/Svc.Review City Manager Callinan said that it was necessary to defer the
cable television system and services review report until such
time as staff has the opportunity to meet with Council
committee on this matter.
Rate Increases
of MiltiVision
Cable Television
Franchise Consultant
Resolution No
90 -39
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (11) February 13, 1990
Assistant to the City Manager Leivo explained that Council
had been provided with copies of letter dated January 28,
1990 from MiltiVision Cable TV Corp. regarding increases in
rates and said he had nothing to add since the letter was
self - explanatory.
Discussion followed confirming the need for the shortest
renewal time possible for the upcoming contract franchise
agreement with MiltiVision. Questions were raised regarding
other cable companies in the area sending similar notices
of the same rate increases at the same time.
A motion was made by Council Member Spiro, seconded by
Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, for City
Attorney to check into the legalities of all cable television
companies raising rates at the same time for same amounts and
that he contact District Attorney's office and the State and
Federal Attorney Generals for their review of any violation
of law regarding the cable companies rate raising actions.
Assistant to the City Manager Leivo said that he had made
contact with Carl Pilnick, President of Telecomminications
Management Corp. as previously requested by Council asking
him to submit a proposal to engage his services as consultant
to City for upcoming cable television franchise negotiations.
He explained that Council had been provided with copies
of said proposal and letter dated February 5, 1990
from W. Pilnick.
Discussion followed confirming that Mr. Pilnick was the same
consultant hired by the City in previous cable television
franchise negotiations.
A'RESOLUTION APPROVING AND ALMJORIZING THE HIRING OF
TELECCf+ NICATIONS M;NAGMUTT CORPORATION (TW) TO PROVIDE
CABLE TELEVISION CONSULTING SERVICES
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by
Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to adopt
Resolution No. 90 -39 authorizing an agreement with Consultant
Carl Pilnick for cable television consulting services.
Discussion followed regarding the formation of a citizen's
committee for cable television negotiations, and that the
Council committee should develop a format for the citizen's
committee and report back to Council. Council confirmed
necessity to make sure renewed franchise contract
language gives freedom to cancel same in the event of
deregulation possibilities.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (12) February 13, 1990
CDBG Funding Program City Manager Callinan explained that Council j:ad peen
provided with copies of CDBG funding application dated
January 29, 1990 from Sonoma County Independent Living Skills
Inc. requesting $16,450 from the City's allocation of CDBG
funds to pay for interest on an interim loan provided by the
State until authorized funding is received in the amount of
$260,000 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HCD). He said that HUD has approved a $260,000
grant in order for Sonoma County Independent Living Skills to
purchase a home located at 735 Bonnie Avenue to provide a
group home for six very low income developmentally disabled
adults. It is anticipated that the federal funds will be
received no later than September of 1990, therefore, the
amount requested could be on the high side and the actual
funds provided by CDBG funding could be less.
City Manager Callinan said that at the last Council meeting a
resolution was adopted listing priorities of City projects
requested for CDBG funding. He said that staff recommends
the proposal as submitted to be included with the projects
submitted to the Sonoma County Community Development
Commission for CDBG funding.
A motion was trade by Council Member Spiro, seconded by
Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, for the request for
CDBG funding from Sonoma County Independent Living Skills
Inc. to be included with the projects submitted to the Sonoma
County Comninity Development Commission for CDBG funding.
ABAG's Request
for Contribution City Manager Callinan explained that Council had been
provided with copies of letter dated January 16, 1990 from
Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) requesting a
contribution of $500 per year for two years to help fund the
Bay Area Economic Forum. He said the letter also outlines
items ABAG will provide to the City for its contribution.
Discussion followed.
A nation was made by Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman
Cochran, and unanimously approved, to contribute $500 per
Year for two (2) years to Bay Area Economic Forum per ABAG's
request for same.
Homeless Prevention City Manager Callinan explained that Council had been
Provided with copies of letter dated January 11, 1990 from
Homeless Prevention Group requesting $5,000 to be included
in the budget for fiscal year 1990 -91 to assist citizens in
the Rohnert Park - Cotati - Penngrove area in cases of impending
homelessness where County services are not provided. He said
that Council had requested this item be put on tonight's
agenda from last meeting's conmmications, and also referred
to letters listed on tonight's communications regarding
support of this request.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (13) February 13, 1990
Mayor Hollingsworth introduced Ralph Jones to further explain
the purpose of Homeless Prevention Group.
Ralph Jones, Representative for Homeless Prevention Group,
distributed copies to Council of By -laws and Policy Statement
drafts and shared some of the contents therein. He said that
these items were not yet finalized, but close to it, that
this group is not trying to take over county responsibilities
or duplicate any already existing programs, but that it is
trying to fill a gap and would primarily be used for existing
residents who are in temporary problems. He described
makeup of staff and pursuit for directors and assistants
though trying to keep a low profile until established. He
reviewed contributions to date and said a few individuals
involved have assured support.
Discussion followed in which W. Jones said the group is not
looking to develop a large bank balance and confirmed to
Council's inquiry it's to be a repayment program to assist in
temporary, emergency situations. He said that accountability
would be given to donors in which privacy would be retained.
A motion was made by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Council
Member Spiro, and unanimously approved, to incorporate the
Homeless Prevention Group's request for $5,000 in 1990 -91
budget process and to invite representative of same to
participate in said budget hearings.
So.Co.Transportation Councilman Cochran said that tomorrow the Sonoma County
Transportation Committee as a whole will be able to get back
together with Mayors' and Councilmen's Assoc. and that,
basically, tonight's Council packets provided recommendations
by select executive committee via letter dated January 11,
1990 from Chairwoman Nanci Burton of Transportation and Sales
Tax Committee. He said we're on our way to having an
expenditure plan that would include Stony Point Road and
Petaluma Hill Road as these matters will be in conjunction
with the proposed sales tax measure.
Mayor Hollingsworth said that two requests have been made
from Mayors and Managers executive meeting that was held on
Thursday, February 8, 1990 as follows:
1) A Council member is needed to be on Sonoma County
Transportation Committee to meet with Marin County
representatives (Hwy 101 Corridor Committee) to discuss
purchase and use of Northwestern Pacific Railroad
right -of -way.
2) A letter from City Council listing all items proposed by
Mayors and Managers via Chairwoman Nanci Burton's report
dated January 11, 1990 referenced above (copies provided to
Council) for tax proposal for transportation listing those
items as agreed to or opposed.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (14) February 13, 1990
Discussion followed in which Council concurred for Councilman
Eck to be on Sonoma County Transportation Committe as
requested above. Concerns were expressed regarding
pressure to join Marin County's interest on rail rather
than use of draw bridge, that Petaluma, Santa Rosa, and
Robnert Park are greatly impacted by rail considerations,
and that representatives will meet regarding what right of
way entails.
Reference was made to a resolution for consideration provided
by staff as a suggested response to item No. 2 above.
Council concurred preference for Councilman Cochran to
contact Jack Healy directly and let him know Council's
responses to the above - mentioned report on recommendations of
Transportation and Sales Tax Committee as follows:
a) Bonding - Support; b) Composition of the Transportation
Authority - Support; c) Expenditure Plan - Support 1% with
flexibility in the expenditure plan; d) Rail Component -
Support as long as have control of limits over the portion in
our city; e) Bikeways - Support; f) Growth Management
Component - Support; g) Parallel Reliever Routes - Support;
h) Transit/Paratransit - Support
Caltrans /Hwy 101 Plans- Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust said that
earlier this week Caltrans discussed plans for the future
widening of U.S. 101 to accommodate the ultimate eight lane
freeway, that there's a State gas tax plan in which money
could provide funds for said widening from Petaluma up to the
north part of Santa Rosa at approximately the River Road
area. He referred to plans on the wall and said there was
talk about major changes at the Wilfred Avenue interchange
area, that a major change is being proposed at Commerce Blvd.
as it crosses at Smitty's, that development is tied up and
yet to be finished at Roberts Lake Road, and consideration is
being given to eliminate the north bound off -ramp to Santa
Rosa and widen Roberts Lake Road four lanes. Mr. Brust said
that in regard to a connection under the freeway to Wilfred
Avenue, Caltrans is requesting input from the City and will
be sending a very detailed plan in a week or so to enable
City's reaction and input. He said that Caltrans is trying
to have some plans ready in the event that the sales tax
passes, that the time table would probably be two (2) to
three (3) years to 1995 to complete, if it does pass. He
said that Caltrans is not asking for input at this point, but
that tonight's report gives something to look at for Council
consideration and information.
Discussion, follower with Council concurring that W. Brust
should relay Council's disapproval of this plan to Caltrans.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (15) February 13, 1990
Recess Mayor Hollingsworth declared a recess at approximately
10:04 P.M.
Reconvene Mayor Hollingsworth reconvened the Council meeting at
approximately 10:15 p.m. with all Council members present.
R.P.Expressway Ext.
to Stony Point Rd. Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust said that the
Rohnert Park Expressway Extension to Stony Point Road,
Project No. 1984 -21 is nearing completion and, if weather
permits, final paving should be complete and the opening of
same should be within thirty days.
City Manager Callinan explained that Council had been
provided with copies of letter dated January 30, 1990 from
John J. King, Pimentel Agent regarding costs incurred because
of City's Expressway West project. He said he would like to
defer this matter to the next Council meeting due to the
lateness of the hour. Council concurred.
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:
Scout's Dist.Ofc.Site City Manager Callinan said that Thomas Powell, Scout
Executive for Boy Scouts of America /Sonoma - Mendocino Area
Council has approached the City regarding a place to rmve the
scout headquarters. He referred to comprehensive report from
same which reviewed many objectives and said that the scouts
are wondering if the City would be able to help f ind a
location and /or give gift of land as was discussed by Council
some years ago.
Thomas C. Powell, Scout Executive for Boy Scouts was
recognized and confirmed to Council that a central location
contiguous to freeway is preferred so scouts can conveniently
be available for services provided. He said that the run
down condition of the scout's current location in the
southwestern portion of Petaluma is a case of becoming
hazardous, that some verbal commitments of assistance have
been received, and that the organization is looking for
financing for building materials.
Discussion followed clarifying location needs, complications
revealed at recent Council meeting regarding gifts of land
confirming that land for scouts would not be given by City
but from possible donors or contributions, and concluding the
need to have a Council committee work with the scouts
on this matter.
Mayor Hollingsworth appointed Councilman Cochran and
Councilman Hopkins as Council committee for Boy Scouts
District Office location needs.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (16) February 13, 1990
REMIF Matters City Imager Callinan said that REMTF recently had a board
meeting regarding significant matters and changes in
liability formula and that Council had been provided with
copies of California Joint Powers Risk Management
Authority /M morandum of Coverage - Amended January 23, 1990.
He said the REMIF Board approved Chlorine gas leak coverage
up to REMIF's Self- Insurance Retention ($500,000) because the
Super -Pool excludes such coverage, and that the board is made
up of seven (7) regional cities with seven (7) other
associate member cities. He said that every year it comes
up that the associate member cities want representation, but
since all get the same benefits, no amendment to the contract
is recommnded because of the diverse standards and different
ways of thinking in the smaller northern conramities and the
need for continued cohesiveness. He said there's never been
a problem with the regional cities because the working
relationships can be retained and developed.
Discussion followed in which Council agreed to above -
mentioned reconnvndation with comments that it would not be
good to jeopardize what does exist and that the current and
effective working relationships should not be put at risk.
Mr. T's Academy City Manager Calllinan said that staff has recently had
discussion with Sam Tharpe of Mr. T's Academy, that a
location for Mr. T's has not been found, and that Mr. Tharpe
says it will be necessary to close the academy if a location
cannot be found.
Discussion followed confirming that staff was directed to
assist in locating a permanent place for Mr. T's Academy.
City Manager Callinan said that staff has been looking for a
place but hasn't found one.
Codding Center tk)date City Manager Callinan said that the Finance Department is
moving into the Codding Center this month and that staff
should have plans for going to bid on the Senior Center at
the next Council meeting.
Computer Parking City Manager Callinan said there is a need for more commuter
parking, that the State is being urged to build another lot
in the northwest quadrant of the U.S.101 /Expressway
interchange, and that the opening of Roberts Lake Road will
include a comn.iter parking lot with 217 spaces.
Freeway Interchange
Landscaping City Manager Callinan said there have been efforts for years
trying to get the major freeway landscaped and are now
being told that because of the earthquake, funds are being
used elsewhere.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (17) February 13, 1990
City Attorney's Report: City Attorney Flitner said that he had nothing to report at
this time but would give reports in the closed session
immediately following this meeting on the Rent Control and
Sierra Club lawsuits.
Matters from Council: Mayor Hollingsworth reminded Council of invitation to ride in
Cloverdale's Citrus Fair Parade on Sat., February 17, 1990.
Councilman Eck reminded Council that Quinton Kopp will be
the speaker to present his bill on the North Bay Transit
Agency on March 8th at the Mayors' and Councilmen's
Association in Petaluma.
Councilmen Eck asked about the status of traffic lights on
Petaluma Hill Road to which City Engineer Brust said
installation has been pushed back for over two years because
of the EIR, but is currently scheduled for late summer.
Councilman Eck said he would still like to see School Board
go to bid on the bike path on the south side of Rancho Cotate
High School to which City Engineer Brust said he would bring
the matter up at meeting scheduled tomorrow to talk about
crossing guards,
Council Member Spiro called attention to the grammatical
spelling error on the Annual Report brought out at last
Council meeting and said she wanted to make sure it was known
that instructions for spelling the word principle instead of
principal came from staff, and that the person doing the
report was not being criticized,
Council Mm ber Spiro asked when will the Comninity Resource
Specialist begin to work to which City Manager Callinan
responded that the review process is taking place now so the
new Community Resource Specialist should begin working in a
few weeks.
Councilman Hopkins asked about the status of traffic lights
on E. Cotati Avenue and Old Redwood Highway to which City
Engineer Brust responded that contract has been awarded and
project is waiting for poles.
Mayor Hollingsworth said that he received a phone call from
Rhonda Cramer regarding coordinating cross guards with the
School Board, that he agreed to meet with them regarding this
matter because of the need to be sensitive to their needs and
Lhscheduled Public
Appearances
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (18) February 13, 1990
carefully monitor the situation at Crane School. Councilman
Eck said they have a point regarding the right hand turn in
question as he's noticed drivers are only looking for traffic
at that corner.
Mayor Hollingsworth asked if anyone in the audience wished to
make an appearance at this time.
George Horwedel, 7660 Camino Colegio, eras recognized and said
that in recent letter from Congressman Bosco, he noticed that
there's no plan in the Senate or House for the scheduling of
hearings for cable television.
Adjourmmnt There being no further business, Mayor Hollingsworth
adjourned the meeting at approximately 10:45 p.m. to a closed
session immediately following this meeting to discuss
litigation matters and then to 7:00 p.m. on February 20th,
1990 for a public meeting on the General Plan.
Der Ci -C erk
Mayor
Community Counselling
CCS
Service Co., Inc.
Fund Raisingl Public Relations
369 Pine Street
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February 12, 1990
San Francisco
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Mr. Pete Callinan
City Manager
Michael A. De Nunzio CFRE
City of Rohnert Park
President
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Rohnert Park, California 94928
Dear Mr. Callinan,
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CCS is pleased to present for consideration of the City of Rohnert Park our
report and recommendations for fund raising campaign to endow the City of
Rohnert Park's new Performing Arts Center.
CCS is especially proud to include among our municipal clients a growing
city like Rohnert Park. We especially want to thank you, and Mr. Michael
Grice, Director of the Performing Arts Center, for your insight and
guidance during the study. We also wish to thank the City's Administrative
Assistant Ms. Diane Tomkins, for her very competent and professional
coordination of the study. All City staff people were most cooperative and
we thank them for their assistance.
Enclosed with this letter is the Report and Recommendations and an
Executive Summary of the Report. All original source data and materials
are on file in CCS' San Francisco office. Please be assured of our
availability to answer any questions.
With best wished I remain,
Sincerely yours,
Michael A. DeNunzio
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