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1989/11/08 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes November 8, 1988 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in adjourned regular session commencing at 5:30 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 and negotiation matters. Councilmembers Cochran, Eck, Hollingsworth, Lepinski, and Mayor Hopkins were present. City Manager Callinan and City Attorney Flitner were also present in closed session. After the adjourned closed session, Council convened in `open session. Open Session Mayor Hopkins called the regular session to order at approximately Call to Order 5:40 p.m. and reported that the Council met in closed session to discuss matters pursuant to Government Codes listed on the agenda. Pledge of Mayor Hopkins led the pledge of allegiance. Allegiance Roll Call Present: (4) Councilmen Cochran, Eck, Hollingsworth, Lepinski, and Mayor Hopkins. Absent: (0) Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Callinan, Director of Administrative Services Netter, City Attorney Flitner, City Engineer Brust, and Planning Director Skanchy. Approval of Minutes Upon motion of Councilman Cochran, seconded by Councilman Lepinski and unanimously approved the minutes of the October 25, 1988 meeting were approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion of Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Lepinski, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $2,177,066.01 were approved. as submitted. 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. No one responded. CONSENT CALENDAR City Manager Callinan referred to Council Meeting Memo dated November 3, 1988 for explanation of the matters on the consent calendar and advised that the City Council had been provided with pertinent materials regarding same. City Manager Callinan advised that Resolution No. 88 -224 was being dropped from the agenda. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (2) November 8, 1988 Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting the agenda. Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROi1NERT PARK REJECTING 88 -219 THE CLAIM OF RANCHO FELIZ, LTD. A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP DBA RANCHO FELI7. MOBILE HOME PARK (C /O DAVID C. SPANGENBERG, ATTORNEY. Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REJECTING 88 -220 THE CLAIM OF PAUL HEATH, BARBARA R. HEATH, JOHN HEATH, AND MARGARET P. HEATH, DBA VALLEY VILLAGE MOBILE ESTATES (C /O DAVID C. SPANGENBERG, ATTORNEY) Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REJECTING 88 -221 CLAIM OF INDIAN SPRINGS, LTD. (DBA RANCHO VERDE MOBILE ESTATES) (C /O DAVIT) C. SPANGENBERG, ATTORNEY) Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REJECTING 88 -222 THE CLAIM OF IONS SIME DBA LAS CASITAS DE SONOMA MOBILE HOME PARK (C /O DAVID C. SPANGENBERG, ATTORNEY) Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REJECTING 88 -223 CLAIM OF HILLSBORO PROPERTY INC. AND PAUL GOLDSTONE ENTERPRISES A JOINT VENTURE DBA RANCHO GRANDE MOBILE HOME PARK (C /O DAVID SPANGENBERG, ATTORNEY). Resolution No. RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APP ROVIN( 88 -225 SOFTWARE SUPPORT AGREEMENT WITH PROTOS SOFTWARE CO. Resolution No. 88 -226 Resoiuti6rt No. 88 -227 Resolution No. 88 -228 Ordinance No. 508 RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDIN( RESOLUTION NO. 87 -152 APPROVING FEES FOR TffE YOUTH AND PRIVATE GROUPS USING THE ROHNERT PARK SPORTS CENTER. nT»n^v rimTnxT ^V rM= rAiTrTrTT nF THE LU:AVLUL I•.l tv vl tut. vvanT Va.0 OF AWARD OF CONTRACT WATER AND PROJECT NO. 1974-11. CITY OF THE CITY OF ROIi'.VERT PAR] SEWER TELEMETRY CONTROL SYSTE] RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT DEED ( ROHNERT PARK EXPRESSWAY RIGHT -OF -WAY THROUGH PIMFNTEL PROPERTY) AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK ACCEPTINf THE PENAL CODE REQUIREMENTS RELATING TO THE SELECTION AND TRAININI STANDARDS OF PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHERS. Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilma Lepinski, and unanimously approved, the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of meeting's agenda was acknowledged, and Resolutions Nos. 88 -219 through 88 -228, and Ordinance No. 508 were adopted. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (3) November 8, 1988 Sdheduled Public Mayor Hopkins referred to correspondence received by Council from Appearances: Star Scout Michael Halvorsen and announced that he was in the Star Scout audience tonight. Michael Halversen, 4550 Fairway Drive was Michael Halvorsen recognized. Mayor Hopkins requested that Michael state the Life Scout reasons why he is requesting assistance and why he wants to attend Brian Sisemore the Jamboree. Michael replied that he would like to go the Jamboree because he thinks it would be an interesting and educational experience, and he doesn't want his parents to have to pay all of the expenses if he can acquire some assistance. Mayor Hopkins questioned how much financial assistance he has acquired this far. Michael replied that he had not acquired any funds yet. Councilman Hollingsworth questioned how many other scouts from this area would be requesting financial assistance, and added that we would like to help all of them. Mayor Hopkins then announced that there was another scout in the audience requesting financial assistance. Life Scout, Brian Sisemore, 938 Emily Avenue was recognized. He stated that he had been working these last few summers to fund his trip. He also doesn't want his parents to have to pay for the whole trip. Mayor Hopkins inquired about when Brian expects to make Eagle Scout. Brian replied that he will make Eagle Scout next year. Councilman Hollingsworth suggested that we give each scout $200 as seed money. Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Lepinski, and unanimously approved a donation of $200 seed money was approved for each scout. Muscular Dystrophy Jeanette Jaques, Rohnert Park, was recognized. She stated that she Association Rep. hopes to persuade City Council to waive the fees for the use of Janet Jakes the Rohnert Park Stadium. She reminded all Councilmembers that they have already seen what a successful drive the local telethon has been here. She wants to reassure all Councilmembers that they will definitely be getting their money's worth by supporting this cause. The fundraising event is comprised of a B.A.R. (Bar and Restaurant) spoof olympics between local employees of these establishments. She further explained the success noted by the local merchants during this event. Upon motion by Councilman Cochran, seconded by Councilman Lepinski and unanimously approved, waiver of fees for the use of Rohnert Park Stadium by M.A.A. was approved. Rohnert Park Disposal City Manager Callinan stated that Mr. Walters was here to present Rep., Tom Walters to Council a proposed community testing for an Automatic Gargage Collection and Curbside recycling program to determine whether the City will find it acceptable for our area. Mr. Walters was recognized and reported that they will try out the program and be back in 60 -90 days with results. Mayor Hopkins suggested that receptacles be placed in the neighborhoods of the Councilmen and that way their neighbors can report to them on just how the progra is working. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes «� November 8, 1988 Discussion followed during shich Councilman Cochran questioned whether or not these programs will be implemented at apartment buildings. Mr. Walters replied that they do not pick up individual cans at apartments, bins are used. The Council expressed support and approved for the test program. Planning & Zoning Planning Director Paul Skanchy reported to Council on the Matters: requirement by the Planning Commission of an environmental impact File No. 1215 report for Roberts Lake Road, Project No. 1987 -15. Discussion followed. Upon motion of Councilman Lepinski, seconded by Councilman Cochran, it was unanimously approved to go ahead with the preparation of an environmental impact report for Roberts Lake Road project and staff was authorized to take the necessary action to get the environmental impact report prepared. File No. 1276 City Manager Callinan reported that there has been an appeal made by Robert L. Davis, 4898 Fairway Drive, opposing the approval of snack - bar /restrooms being built near the tee for the tenth hole on the Mountain Shadows Golf Course. He also reported that Mr. Davis or his wife were in the audience tonight. Mrs. Maxine Davis was recognized and stated that her husban Robert Davis could not be here tonight, due to the fact that he is out of town. She stated that her main concern is that the snack bar /restroom is practically in her back yard! She queried why it has to be built there as opposed to moving to the eastern side of the golf course. Discussion followed. Manager Tim Walsh of Mountain Shadows was recognized and stated L1___ :«L. wAT�rtV damage_ that that the course has had no problems with property _ they simply don't have any kind of vandalism in this location. Mrs. Davis stated that another vacant house in that area has been She had hoped that there might be a more protective fence built t there. She further stated that on holidays there are many visitors to the eolf course. who park in front of her and the neighbors houses, thus taking up their own parking space. The possibility of parking permits was mentioned by Councilman Lepinski° Council concurred that a member of the City Council should go out with Mr. Davis personally and walk the area proposed for the restrooms /snack bar to look it over and come to a more concrete decision. Councilman Hollingsworth also mentioned the possibilit, of the devalue it may bring to the Davis' property. Councilmai Cochran suggested for visual and safety reasons, maybe Counct should look for alternatives, possibly another location. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (5) November 8, 1988 Public Safety At City Manager Callinan's suggestion, it was agreed that this - Headquarters matter listed on the agenda should be discussed at the tail end Building of the meeting being every one wants to leave early because of election. Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, walking of the course with Mr. Davis and looking into the possibilities of another solution was directed. Mobile home Parks Mobile Home Parks Owners were represented by Attorney David Owners Spangberg who explained his letter of request for variance and /or waiver of the imposition of mobile home rent control initiative ordinance until the agreement between the City and the park owners expires. He continued to explain that the contract of the Mobile Home Park Owners is still in effect, however they are requesting a waiver. Discussion followed. Council asked for a recommendation from City Attorney Flitner. He stated that he disagrees with Attorney Spangberg, and there's legal authority for this. He reaffirmed a court date set for February 6, 1989. Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Cochran, and unanimously approved, and upon the advice of the City Attorney, the Council denied the variance and waiver requested. A &B Parks Problem City Manager Callinan stated that at the last City Council Activities and Law meeting, Council had requested that this matter be placed on this Enforcement Efforts agenda. He then stated that Director of Public Safety Robert Dennett and Lieutenant Jack Shields were in the audience tonight. They were both recognized and briefly explained the areas involved. Lieutenant Shields presented everyone with an outline which told in detail the problems involved in these areas. He explained the steps that have been taken to correct these problems. Discussion followed. 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. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (6) November 89 1988 - -City Manager's Report: City Manager Callinan initiated a discussion concerning a proposed Freeway Direction northbound freeway direction sign that he recommends be located on Commerce Blvd. at the intersection of State Farm Drive to replace the existing wooden structure that has the directional sign to the golf courses and bowling alley. He referred to a November 7, 1988 inter office memorandum from Administrative Assistant Caroline Fabio, copies of which had been provided to the Council. He indicated the cost of installing a northbound sign would be approximately $1,000, the sign would be a blue background with white lettering. The sign would only advertise those types of uses authorized by the Zoning Code, being in this case the Red Lion Inn and the Chevron service station until such other uses that qualify can be placed on the sign. Discussion held concerning whether or not a contribution should be paid from those firms listed on the sign. City manager Callinan indicated that since this is a directional sign to notorists and not an advertising sign as such that he felt it would be appropriate for the City to cover the cost since the City installs directional signs. Discussion followed. Upon motion by Councilman Lepinski, and seconded by Councilman Cochran, and unanimously approved, the City Manager was authorized to proceed with the installation of a freeway directional sign fo northbound traffic with the sign to be installed on Commerce Blvc, at its intersection with State Farm Dr. at the location of the existing wooden structure directional sign which will be removed. Arthur Young & Co. City Manager Callinan reported on a dispute that the City staff i having with Arthur Young & Company relative to the balance unpaid on the bill the City received from the firm for the sewer and water rate study. Mr. Callinan indicated that inasmuch as the study was very late in being received by the City beyond the agreed #-^ Aa14.rarV tia1'P_ and inasmuch as said delay had resulted in the City losing in excess of $60,000 in connection fees because of the delay in adjusting connection fees until after the company should not be paid the full amount for which the study was contracted. He advised that Finance Director harrow had contacted Young & Company to try and resolve the matter and hadn't heard anything since his discussion, but now Arthur Young Company has engaged a law firm who has contacted City Attorney Flitner demanding the payment. He indicated that he would be responding to the law firm advising the City's reasons for non - payment of the balance. He wanted Council to be aware of the dispute in the event that litigation is forthcoming. Stanislaus Pump City Manager Callinan reported that the City had received a $7,600 payment from the Insurance Commissioner of the State of California on behalf of the Small Business Administration to pay the City for a judgment the City had received in 1981 against Stanislaus Pum- Mr. Callinan indicated that the receipt of the funds is because .. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (7) November 8, 1988 the perseverance of the Finance Department staff, in particular Accountant- Auditor Angela Fogle in following up in whatever way possible to acquire moneys due the City. Hospital Status City Manager Callinan reported that a letter had been received from Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital dated November 1, 1988, copies of which had been provided to the City Council, indicating that Memorial Hospital would relinquish any rights to the City's hospital site at such time as the City has a viable offer to construct an acute care hospital on the property. He indicated that a copy of the letter has been provided to Republic Health Corporation representative David Hill, with whome he has had recent discussions concerning that firm's interest in developing a hospital in Rohnert Park. He indicated Republic Health is trying to put a hospital together with investor interest, in particular providing investor opportunities for our locdal physicians and other health service providers. He indicated that Mr. Hill indicates there is better than a fifty -fifty chance that the hospital will be put together. Mr. Callinan also advised that copies of several site plans and floor plans for the hospital have been provided to the City for informational purposes and will be available in the conference room if any Councilman wants to look at them. In response to a concern expressed by Councilman Cochran that he was making decisions without the benefit of the Council's Committee (Cochran and Lepinski) in meeting with Republic Health, City Manager Callinan stated that no decisions were being- made but that discussion was held with representatives of Republic Health in trying to put a program together and convince enough service providers to invest in a hospital. He also indicated that if the Council Committee wants to meet with Mr. Hill at any time just to simply let him know and he was sure Mr. Hill would he glad to meet with the Council Committee and update them on his efforts. Senior Citizens Center City Manager Callinan reported on the discussion he had with the Council in closed session concerning Codding Enterprises offer to sell their existing office building at the intersection of Hunter Drive and Enterprise Drive to the City for a senior center. Mr. Callinan advised that an appraisal had been prepared by Gary Vice, an appraiser, who indicated the value of the building and property as $1,250,000 but that Mr. Codding indicated a willingness to sell it to the City at a substantial deiscount. Mr. Callinan indicated that Councilmembers would be taking a look at the building and the matter would be agendized for formal consideration probably at an early upcoming Council meeting. Discussion followed. n itnner t Park city C .nti. Minutes (8j November 8, 1988 C� t Attorney's City Attorney Flitner informed the Council that Kirk Veale had Report: made application for a building permit for a billboard on the St. Veale Sign Application Vincent De Paul property and that he, the City Attorney, had returned the application to Mr. veale with his check indicating the application had been rejected because the sign is not permitted by the Zoning Code. Matters from Councilman Eck reported on a meeting he would be attending Councilmen: concerning the 101 Corridor Study. He requested and received 101 Corridor Council assurance that the City of Rohnert Park does not endorse Study the use of the NT4PRR right -of -way for a transit or rail system. Marsh for Councilman Cochran said that he was pleased that CH214 Hill had Wastewater had hired Mr. Gunehill to advise the firm re. use of a marsh in the subregional wastewater treatment system. Public Safety A discussion was commenced concerning the need for a new main Building headquarters building for the Department of Public Safety. The Council then decided to table the discussion until its next regular meeting. The Council asked staff to submit cost estimates of the various alternatives. Redevelopment At the suggestion of Councilman Eck, the Council requested that Priority List the priority list for use of Community Development Agency's funds be scheduled for Council review on the next agenda. Adjournment: There being no further business Mayo Hop s adjourned the meeting at approximately 7:45 p. . Deputy City Clerk Mavo®r