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1988/10/11 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes October 11, 1988 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 Hopkins presiding. Closed Session The City Council met in closed session to consider personnel matters pursuant to Government Code Section 54947, real estate negotiations pursuant to Government Code Section 54946.8, and litigation matters pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9. Councilmembers Cochran, Eck, Lepinski, and Mayor Hopkins, City Manager Callinan, and City Attorney Flitner were present in the closed session. After the closed session, the council convened in open session. Open Session Mayor Hopkins called the regular session to order at approximately Call To Order 7 :15 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Roll Call Present: (4) Councilmen Cochran, Eck, Lepinski, and Mayor Hopkins. Absent: (1)' Councilman Hollingsworth (absent due to oral surgery). Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, Planning Director Skanchy, and and Recreation Director Pekkain. Press correspondents present: Mike McCoy of The Santa Rosa Press Democrat, Jud Snyder of the Rohnert Park - Cotati Clarion, and Rod Brewster of The Argus Courier. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Lepinski, seconded by Councilman Cochran, and unanimously approved, with Councilman Eck abstaining, the minutes of the September 27, 1988 meeting were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Lepinski, seconded by Councilman Cochran, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $2,491,121.73 were approved. Unscheduled Public Mayor Hopkins 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. There were none. CONSENT CALENDAR City Manager Callinan referred to his Council meeting Memo dated October 5, 1988 for explanation of the matters on the consent calendar and advised that the City Council had been provided with pertinent materials regarding same. Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of @ @ @ @ @ @ @@ Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (2) October 11, 1988 the meeting's agenda. Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REJECTING 88 -205 THE CLAIM OF ROBERT JOHN WALKER. Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REJECTING 88 -206 CLAIM OF MUNKDALE BROS., INC. Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK ACCEPTING 88 -207 ONE (1) GRANT DEED AND ONE (1) EASEMENT DEED FROM MCBAIL COMPANY (For landscape easements, park site, and road right -of -way) Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING 88 -208 JOB DESCRIPTION AND SETTING PAY RANGE FOR WATER - SYSTEM SUPERVISOR. Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, STATE OF 88 -209 CALIFORNIA, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING, AND DIRECTING EXECUTION OF AN AMENDED AND RESTATED JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT RELATING RELATING TO THE CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY. Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO DR. ROBERT HOLTZER 88 -210 Approving final map and authorizing the Mayor to execute an appropriate subdivision agreement prior to the map being released for recording: File No. 1229 - McBail Company, 80 lot single family subdivision (University Park, Unit I) located at Snyder Lane and E. Cotati Avenue Upon motion of Councilman Lepinski, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the meeting's agenda was acknowledged, Resolutions Nos. 88 -205 through 88 -210 were adopted, and the final map for File No. 1229, McBail Company, 80 lot single family subdivision (University Park, Unit I) located at Snyder Lane and E. Cotati Avenue, was approved and the Mayor was authorized to execute an appropriate subdivision agreement prior to the map being released for recording. Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TIM CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, 88 -211 CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FINAL FORM OF A CERTAIN REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT, AUTHORIZING EXECUTION THEREOF, AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS IN CONNECTION WITH A CERTAIN COMMITMENT BY THE AGENCY FOR THE USE OF TAX INCREMENT REVENUES TO PAY FOR THE INSTALLATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF A PUBLICLY OWNED BUILDING PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 33679. City Manager Callinan explained the resolution, and advised that Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (3) October 11, 1988 the public hearing scheduled had been properly noticed. Mayor Hopkins opened the public hearing to consider the proposal of the Community Development Agency to commit funds to proposad reimbursement agreement with School District regarding gymnasium and commiunity use building on Rohnert Park Junior High School site. There being no one wishing to speak and no written ,communications received, Mayor Hopkins closed the public hearing. Discussion followed during which Mayor Hopkins stated he feels the City should have the right to give input on the naming of the building if the School District decides to name it. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Cochran, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 88 -211 was adopted with the understanding that the School District shall consult the City regarding the name of the building. Planning & Zoning City Manager Callinan stated that Council had been provided with matters: copies of staff reports, Planning Commission minutes, and appropriate site plans for the matters listed on the agenda. File No. 0739 Planning Director Skanchy explained the applicant's plans to Tatum Enterprises expand their existing restaurant located at 6940 Redwood Drive Sizzler Restaurant to accommodate an additional 836 square feet. Mr. Skanchy referred site plan on display depicting the proposed exterior remodeling plans. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Cochran, and unanimously approved, Tatum Enterprises, Inc. application for site plan and architectural review for 836 sq. ft. addition and exterior remodeling to the existing Sizzler Restaurant was approved with the condition that landscaping plans be referred back to the Planning Commission. File No. 0723 City Manager Callinan presented a brief overview of the proposed H Park Community community building and stated that a number of community service Building groups have expressed a need for such a facility. Planning Director Skanchy provided details of the architectural design for the proposed building while pointing them out on a site plan on display. City Manager Callinan stated that tonight's public hearing on the proposed facility had been duly noticed and that one letter had been duly received from the YMCA regarding same, copies of which had been previously provided to the City Council, and which letter endorsed the project. 1 Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (4) October 11, 1988 Mayor Hopkins opened the public hearing on the proposed development of a 3,000 square foot communioty building to be located within H Park on the northwest side of Golf Course Dr., adjacent to the northern property line of the park. Jonathan Lively, 957 Helene Ct., presented the City Council with a petition which had been signed by residents in the vicinity of the proposed building and explained that the residents had several concerns with locating the building in that particular location, explaining that some of the residents were concerned that the park was too small for such a building since there are several recreational facilities already located in the park, they feared the picnic area might be infringed upon, the possibility traffic hazards caused by persons using the building having to cross the street to get to it since they feel the park parking is inadequate to accommodate groups of people meeting in the building. Dan Smith, 929 Helene Ct., was recognized and informed the Council that he is not against the building but feels it should be placed in another location. Larry Ferri, 961 Helene Ct., stated that he feels the building is too large for the proposed location, parking on the street would add to traffic congestion and cause hazards, and he thinks the park should be given preference for picnicking and other such uses. John Chisolm, King Street, Santa Rosa, was recognized and stated he was in support of the YMCA and the proposed building. Larry Long, 944 Helene Ct., stated he was concerned with possible hazards caused by people who will have to cross the street to attend meetings in the building and said the feels it would be better to locate the building in a larger park in the city. Carolyn Abbott, 949 Helene Ct., stated that she feels residents in the area surrounding the proposed project feel that the park should remain as it is. William Hart, Santa Rosa, said he is a member of the Board of Directors of the YMCA and expressed appreciation to the City for trying to help them improve their services to Rohnert Park by providing a meeting facility, and indicated that he would not be opposed to such a facility being constructed in another location. Jeannie Dulberg, 698 Bonnie Ave., stated she is a staff member of the YMCA, expressed support for the YMCA and for the proposed building. Kate Lockman expressed support for more YMCA activities in the city and feels there is a real need for the proposed building. Gregg McKitrick, 3000 Ranch Dr., said he is a member of the YMCA 1 Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (5) October 11, 1988 and expressed support for their activities. Kay Laughlin, Hessel Rd., expressed her appreciation to the YMCA and commented on the many good programs they offer. Robert Novello, 1104 Hailey Ct., said he was representing soccer club and that they would like to have the building as convenient as possible and that they were in favor of the park location for soccer practices. There being no one else desiring to speak, Mayor Hopkins closed the public hearing. Discussion followed. Councilman Eck expressed concern with the personality of inadequate parking for the proposed facility and felt that another site for the building might be appropriate. Councilman Cochran suggested that the building might be located in G Park and queried if that were a feasible possibility. City Manager Callinan stated that it was a possibility and added that ideally the building should be located within or by a park. Councilman Lepinski indicated he would like staff to look into another site. Upon motion of Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Lepinski, and unanimously approved, the proposed community building project was referred back to staff to look into feasibility of another site for same. File No. 1251 City Attorney Flitner referred to his memorandum dated September RP General Plan 21st regarding the City's General Plan and recommended that a a consultant be engaged to go over all aspects of the Plan. Discussion followed. Public Safety City Manager Callinan stated that this item had been placed on the Headquarters Building agenda as a result of a request from the City Council, but that he would like to have the matter deferred until there is a full Council present. The Council concurred. Softball Complex City Manager Callinan gave a brief description and background regarding the proposed softball complex and stated that the City Council had been provided with a feasibility report which had been prepared by Recreation Director Pekkain. Recreation Director Pekkain was recognized and spoke about various highlights contained in the feasibility report which had been provided to the Council and stated that figures contained in the report are estimated based on what maintenance costs would be and the projected intake from concession sales. 1 Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (6) October 11, 1998 Councilman Cochran queried if a full time director would be required to oversee the complex. Recreation Director Pekkain indicated that it would require a part time director. Further discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Lepinski, seconded be Councilman Cochran, and unanimously approved, staff was directed to move forward on the softball complex project. ABAG'S 1988 City Manager Callinan referred to a report received from the Housing Needs Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) which contains various data on existing housing and projected housing needs in the Bay Al a copy of which report had been provided to each Council member. Mr. Callinan also noted that ABAG was requesting the City's reaction to the report within 90 days and cited a few areas of the reports which he feels contain inadequate information regarding housing needs and feels that some areas are doing a poor job of providing housing in relation to the number of jobs. Discussion followed during which Mayor Hopkins stated that according to the report Sonoma County is the only area that seems to have kept up with housing needs as projected by ABAG. Golf Course Drive City Manager Callinan stated that this item was placed on Stop Signs tonight's agenda per the Council's request and that he had discussed the possible placement of stop signs at either the Hillview Way or Halcyon Place intersections with Golf Course Drive with several staff members and that there was a consensus of opinion that the signs were not needed at those locations, and that it had been suggested that the traffic signals could be synchronized differently to lessen traffic burdens on the intersections and /or pedestrian crossings could be put in place to aid the situation. Dan Smith, 929 Helene Ct., was recognized and stated that he feels there is limited sight distance at the Halcyon Place intersection and that he feels the Hillview Way intersection is a much safer place to cross. Councilman Cochran indicated he believes there is a real need for a stop sign at the Halcyon Place intersection with Golf Course Drive and suggested that one be placed there to see how it works out. A motion was made by Councilman Cochran and seconded by Councilman Eck to place a stop sign at the Halcyon Place /Golf Course Drive intersection. Said motion died as a result of the following roll call vote: AYES: (2) Councilmen Cochran and Eck NOES: (2) Councilman Lepinski and Mayor Hopkins ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hollingsworth 1 Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (7) October 11, 1988 Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the City Council. No action was taken on any communication unless specifically noted in these minutes. Codding Letter re City Manager Callinan referred to a letter received from Codding Public Safety Building Enterprises indicating their interest in providing property for for the location of a new public safety building. City Manager's report: City Manager Callinan referred to a report which had been prepared REMIF by Coopers & Lybrand, which report had been provided by REMIF, noted that copies had been provided to the Council, and specifically commented on the data in the report indicating that the City's liabilities and worker's compensation are in good shape. Freeway direction City Manager Callinan requested that this matter be deferred. signs Council concurred. Theatre Manager City Manager Callinan advised that the city has received 70 applications as of this date for the Theatre Manager position and that some of these are outstanding and that we have received responses nationwide. City Attorney's Report City Attorney Flitner referred to a letter received from St. Vincent De Paul Society authored by Mr. Robert Solak, President of their Board of Directors. Attorney Flitner read his response letter addressed to Mayor Hopkins dated October 6, 1988 regarding Mr. Solak's request fro a building permit to place a billboard on the St. Vincent De Paul property in Rohnert Park and the reasons for denial of the permit. A copy of City Attorney Flitner's letter is attached to the original set of these minutes. Discussion followed. City Manager Callinan informed that Mr. Solak approached Mayor Hopkins at the high school and indicated to him that if he did not approve the issuance of a building permit for the billboard that he would release campaign literature that Mayor Hopkins, Councilman Eck, and Councilman Lepinski are against feeding the poor if they do not allow the placement of the billboard on the St. Vincent De Paul property. Mr. Callinan stated that he felt Mr. Solak's actions were totally unethical and indicated that he felt such conduct was unbecoming to St Vincent De Paul and bordered on an attempt to corrupt or influence a candidate or improperly influence the outcome of an election and he felt the matter should be submitted to the Sonoma County District Attorney for an investigation of a possible violation of the California Elections Code. Mayor Hopkins noted that Mr. Robert Solak was present in the audience tonight and afforded him the opportunity to speak. Robert Solak, President of the Board of Directors of the 1 Polo Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (8) October 11, 1988 St. Vincent De Paul Society, was recognized and stated that he had conveyed to the Mayor what he felt was right. Mr. Solak admitted that he took it back and was not prepared to show any such copy to the City Council. He further indicated that he felt the City has wrongfully denied St. Vincent De Paul an opportunity to erect an outdoor advertising display on its property and that the City had secretly negotiated away St. Vincent De Paul's rights with National Advertising and further stated that it was his intent to let Mayor Hopkins know exactly where they stand. Discussion followed during which it was the consensus of the City Council that the St. Vincent De Paul billboard matter should be handled in a court of law and should be taken up between Mr. Solak and National Advertising Company. Rent Control City Attorney Flitner advised that the trial date for the rent Trial Date control matter has been set for February 6, 1989. Matters for Councilmen: Councilman Eck stated that he had read an article recently Automatic External regarding the benefits of using automatic defribullators. Defribillators City Manager referred to a report prepared by Director of Public Safety Dennett which had been provided to the Council which contained the recommendation that ambulances continue to handle defribullation. Sewer Update Councilman Eck distributed a copy of "The Layperson's Guide to Water Reclamation" prepared by the Water Education Foundation and updated the Council on the latest recommendations arrived at by the Sewer Advisory Committee, stating that the ocean outfall and Russian River concept had been put on the back burner for now and the Committee is presently looking into a lake site which is six miles away near the Two Rock Area. Councilman Eck advised that this location is also a possibility for a hydroelectric plant and that he feels the location is an attractive alternative. Speeding on Councilman Cochran said he has noticed speeding cars on Country Country Club Club Drive near the Elizabeth Avenue intersection and feels that a stop sign at that location may be warranted. City Manager Callinan advised that staff will follow up on the matter. Snyder Lane Speeding Councilman Lepinski said he noticed speeding on Snyder Lane especially in front of the Rancho Grande Mobile Home Park and in front of the senior housing development and also noted that bikes and skateboards are so heavily used on the sidewalks in those locations that citizens are reluctant to walk on them. City Manager Callinan said staff will investigate. Golf Course /10th Tee Councilman Cochran indicated concern over the new concession stand being planned for the golf course and the possibility of nearby residents having their privacy disturbed and the temptation for vandalism in that area. 1 MH Rohsert Park City Council Minutes (9) October 11, 1988 Crown Market Councilman Eck saiud he has noticed that people taking shortcuts Parking Lot through the parking lot near the Crown Market on Southwest Blvd. have caused scattering of hte gravel in that area near Adrian Drive. He suggested that the gravel be cleaned up and that portion of the driveway be blocked off. City Manager Callinan advised that that property is the former site of a Chevron station that is currently on a commercial listing and that real estate, when purchased, hopefully will be eliminated. Unscheduled Public Lewis Kuehm, 1019 Golf Course Drive, Vice Chairman of the Founders Appearances Days Committee, said the Committee is hoping to get more Founders Days equestrian oriented people involved in next Founders Day celebration by having the Horseman's Association participate and requested that the City Council and /or City /Staff participate more actively by providing the Committee with some guidelines in planning the Founders Days festivities. Adjournment There being no further business, Mayor Hopkins /adjourned the meeting at approximately 9 :20 p.m. / Deputy City Clerk 44 ayor / 1