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1992/01/14 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes January 14, 1992 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at 6:00 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Spiro presiding. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Spiro called the regular session to order at approximately 6:25 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. INVOCATION Mayor Spiro introduced Pastor Jim Price of the Calvary Community Church, and said he graciously consented to give the invocation at tonight's Council meeting, in keeping with the custom of starting each new year of City Council meetings with an invocation. Mayor Spiro advised that a closed session commenced this evening at 6:00 p.m. to discuss personnel matters. She said no action was taken and there was nothing to report at this time. ROLL CALL Present: (5) Councilmembers Eck, Hollingsworth, Hopkins, Reilly, and Mayor Spiro Absent: (0) None Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney Flitner, Assistant to the City Manager Leivo, Planning Director Skanchy, Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust and Director of Public Safety Dennett. Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Councilmember Hopkins, seconded by Councilmember Eck, the minutes of January 10, 1991 were unanimously approved as submitted except for correction by Mayor Spiro on page 17 under Unscheduled Public Appearances to change Mayor Eck to Mayor Spiro. Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilmember Eck, seconded by Councilmember Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $3,189,765.40 were approved. CDA bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $1,767,616.17 were approved. Non - agendaed Mayor Spiro queried if any Councilnmber had any non - agendaed Matters items to add to the agenda. Councilman Eck said he had one miscellaneous item. Councilman Hopkins said he may want to review an economic development item, if time allowed. Councilman Reilly said he had one miscellaneous item. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (2) January 14, 1992 Uhscheduled Public Mayor Spiro stated that in compliance with State Law (The Appearances Brown Act), anyone in the audience who wished to make a comment may do so at this time. In most cases under legislation of the new Brown Act, the Council cannot handle an item without agendizing. To ensure accurate recording, "Speaker Cards" are provided at the entrance of the Chamber and unscheduled public appearances are requested to fill out the cards and present to recording clerk after speaking. No one responded. C O N S E N T C A L E N D A R Mayor Spiro queried if anyone had any questions regarding the matters on the Consent Calendar which were explained in the City Manager's Council Meeting Memo. Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the agenda. Resolution N0.92 -01 A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION To GERALD KOHLER Resolution No.92 -02 A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO DAVID RONALD MILITELLO Resolution N6.92 -03 A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO CHARLES T. PAULSON Resolution No.92 -04 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, WASTEWATER PUMP STATION IMPROVF1F14WS, PROJECT NO. 1988 -20 Resolution No.92 -05 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR COMBINATION SEWER AND STORM DRAIN RODDING AND VACULM CLEAN -UP VEHICLE Resolution N6.92 -06 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING GRANT DEED FROM CORDING ENTERPRISES (for well site located on 0.298 acre parcel at west end of Rohnert Park Expressway in the vicinity of Rancho Verde Nbbile Home Park) Resolution No.92 -07 RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK ADOPTING !hAJ S T+��v T FOLI V 1 FIJ�(l !DLE t l UDS Resolution No.92 -08 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A BACKYARD COWOSTING PROGRAM PLAN AND BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF SANTA ROSA Ordinance No. 551 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREW TT SYSTEM Upon motion by Councilmember Hopkins, seconded by Councilmember Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda was approved. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (3) January 14, 1992 Redwood Errpire WA Mayor Spiro presented "Superintendent of the Year" certificate Superintendent of to Walter Taddeucci from Redwood Empire Maintenance the Year Superintendents Association (1,15A). She said Mr. Taddeucci has Walter Taddeucci been a valuable employee of the City of Rohnert Park for twenty -seven years and extended congratulations to him on behalf of the Council for this special recognition. Nbbile Home Rent Appeals Board matter: Presentations to Mayor Spiro presented engraved clocks to Gerald Kohler, Former Board Members Ron Militello, and Charles Paulson in recognition and appreciation of their four full years of dedicated service to the City as members of the Nbbile Home Rent Appeals Board. Scheduled Public Appearances: Homeless Prevention 1) Pat Cornell, representative for Homeless Prevention Group, Group /HUN RACE referenced copies provided to Council of letter dated December 18, 1991 from Henry Fuhs requesting the City's participation in the 1992 Human Race on behalf of the Homeless Prevention Group of Cotati, Rohnert Park and Penngrove Area, Inc. She said she would give tonight's presentation in the absence of Mr. Fuhs who was unable to attend tonight's Council meeting and shared contents of his letter. Ms. Cornell said this is the organization's first year to seek pledges for its non- profit group that helped forty -five people stay in their homes last year. The Homeless Prevention Group is also contacting fire and police groups as well as companies of this area to help raise funds to loan one -time, interest -free loans to persons living in their homes who 1) are facing eviction, 2) have lived in this area at least ninety days, and 3) have the ability to repay the loans on small monthly installments. She responded to various Council questions and confirmed that Councilmembers' participation as runners in the HLNAN RACE would be greatly appreciated. Discussion followed during which Councilmen Eck and Hollingsworth signified interest to participate in the race. Council concurred that something would be worked out toward Council participation and representation in the 1992 HLVAN RACE. Pat Cornell confirmed that Homeless Prevention Group Representative Roland Gaylon would be in touch with the City regarding details. Pot Belly Pigs 2) Mayor Spiro said the presentation regarding Pot Belly Pigs for Pets for pets would be given at this time and invited residents with said pets available in the Council Chamber to show them at this time. Katherine Collins Katherine Collins, 838 Lilac Way, distributed packets to Council containing copies of twelve letters from various sources and shared highlights of contents therein supporting potbelly pigs as pets (cover list on referenced information packet attached to original set of these minutes). Ms. Collins reviewed characteristics of potbelly pigs that make them desirable as pets in the home, which includes a weight Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (4) January 14, 1992 of up to 95 lbs. with an average weight of 50 lbs., they are clean pets, house train easily, virtually hypo - allergenic and non - territorial. Tom Cwenkala Tom Cwenkala, 7977 Becky Court, shared comments regarding suitability of potbelly pigs as a pet for people with allergies and handicapped children. City Nbnager Netter referenced copies provided to Council of Transmittal Memorandum dated March 15, 1990 from San Jose Animal Advisory Commission regarding support of ordinance restricting livestock in zoned residential areas and shared highlights therein regarding potential health hazards such as the need to require vaccinations for potbellied pigs for Pseudo - rabies and Brucellosis since these diseases can be transmitted to humans, and that the potbellied pigs are considered exotic or farm animals in many parts of the U. S. He also pointed out that consideration should be given to other potential problems related to the potbelly pigs as outlined in the San Jose report. Mr. Netter also referenced copies provided to Council of memo dated January 14, 1992 from Planning Director Skanchy regarding regulations governing pot- belly pigs in various cities throughout Sonoma County of which none have ordinances covering these animals and basically treat them as farm animals permitted only in rural residen- tial or agricultural districts and not permitted in the city. Discussion followed during which comments were made regarding the increased popularity of potbelly pigs as pets, the need for a public hearing to find out if the community is for or against the idea and, if in favor, the need to draft an ordinance that would provide protection from the above - referenced potential problems. A motion was made by Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman. Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, directing staff to draft an ordinance and schedule a public hearing for same to determine if rrit,i7ean_ ire ____er..d to po4.x— i i piggy In residential zones. Dog Park Proposal City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of letter dated December 14, 1991 from Janis Storbo regarding a dog park proposal with attached petition of 390 signatures demonstrating public support of same. He also referenced several phone calls received at City Hall regarding support of the dog park proposal. Mr. Netter reviewed comments outlined in the Council Meeting Memo regarding this matter and said it was previously discussed at the October 22nd, 1991 Council meeting which resulted in Council decision at that time not to pursue a dog park partially because there was not a large citizen outcry for such a park. In addition to possibilities reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, if Council decides to pursue the matter, Mr. Netter referenced plans on display Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (5) January 14, 1992 regarding the proposed development for a new animal shelter on the west side and said staff recommends consideration be given to including the dog park in the development plans of the new animal shelter. He said making it part of the program could serve a dual advantage to both the new animal shelter and to residents desiring a dog park. Discussion followed. Janis Storbo Janis Storbo, 7665 Camino Colegio, said her above- referenced letter covered her comments requesting consideration of a dog park in Rohnert Park and shared pictures with Council of dog parks in surrounding areas. She said people who own dogs appreciate the provision of a place to exercise their dogs. Rob Werfel Rob Werfel, 546 Racquet Club Circle, said he and his wife are in favor of a dog park in Rohnert Park and would be happy to drive a mile or two to make use of it two to three times a week. A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, directing staff to investigate possibilities, cost estimates, etc. of including a dog park in the development plans for the new animal shelter. Commission /Board 1) Parks and Recreation Commission - Councilman Reilly Appointments requested deferring his appointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission to later in the meeting since his nomination had not yet arrived. 2) Mobile Home Parks Rent Appeals Board - City Attorney Flitner referenced copies provided to Council of his memorandum dated January 7, 1992 responding to previous Council question regarding appointments to Rent Appeals Board. He shared contents therein regarding legislative intent of Ordinance No. 494 in response to Council inquiry regarding reappointment of Board Members who have served two full terms. W. Flitner said the Government Code provides for an officer to remain in office until a qualified successor is appointed, which is basically the rule of necessity, and that after the full four years (two two -year terms) is completed, a person does not qualify to be reappointed at any time. He said with the City's receipt of sufficient, qualified applications and interest, it does not appear the rule of exception will be necessary for Council's consideration of such Board appointments at this time. Councilman Reilly introduced Mrs. Mary Sobel -Sitts as his nomination to the Rent Appeals Board and said his interview conversations with her found her to be a good choice. Mary Sobel -Sitts Mary B. Sobel- Sitts, 1206 Hemp Court, said she is enrolled in Leadership Rohnert Park and thinks it has been a good experience for her in regard to being involved with community Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (6) January 14, 1992 service. She said trying to reduce apathy to her and expressed appreciation to Council opportunity to be involved with neighborhood is very important for allowing this concerns. A motion was made by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to appoint Mary B. Sobel - Sitts to a two year term expiring December 31, 1993 to the Mobile Home Rent Appeals Board to replace Gerald Kohler. Mayor Spiro introduced Bill Avery as her nomination to the Rent Appeals Board. Bill Avery Bill Avery, 6066 Delores Drive, shared contents of information provided to Council on Fact Sheet application to the Rent Appeals Board and said he has worked with State Farm Insurance for thirty -five years, has lived in Rohnert Park since 1976, has been involved with the Sister City(s) Relations Committee and participated in volunteer work with his wife at the Performing Arts Center. W. Avery said he looked forward to the opportunity to serve on the Rent Appeals Board. A motion was made by Mayor Spiro, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and unanimously approved, to appoint Bill Avery to a two year term expiring December 31, 1993 to the Mobile Home Rent Appeals Board to replace Charles Paulson. Parks & Recreation 1) Recreational Facilities Priorities - City Manager Netter Commission matters: referenced copies provided to Council of staff report with attachments dated December 31, 1991 from Recreation Director Pekkain regarding Parks and Recreation Commission recommendations on recreational facility priorities of which the Comnission has discussed in detail and has held public hearings regarding same. Mr. Netter said staff recommends deferring this matter to the City's upcoming 1992 -93 budget review sessions. Discussion followed. A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth., seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to follow staff's recommendation and defer the Recreational Priorities list to the 1992 -93 budget review sessions. 2) Roberts Lake Model Power Boats Policy - City Manager Netter reviewed comments included in above- referenced staff report as outlined in the Council Meeting Memo regarding Roberts Lake Model Power Boats Policy. The Commission recommends continuing with the existing policy for another six months with the addition of adding another weekday as requested by the Model Boat Association. Mr. Netter responded to Council questions regarding the additional weekday and said staff recommends Council approval of continuing the policy for another six month period. Discussion followed. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (7) January 14, 1992 A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to follow staff's recommendation to continue the existing Roberts Lake Nbdel Power Boats Policy, for a one (1) year period. Exercise Room at New City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of Public Safety Bldg. memorandum dated January 6, 1992 from Director of Public Safety Dennett regarding Use of GymyWorkout Room at New Public Safety Facility in response to Council questions regarding this matter at the previous Council meeting. He reviewed contents therein as outlined in the Council Meeting Memo regarding explanation of the need for only Public Safety personnel to have the use of this particular room. Mr. Netter said copies were also provided to Council of resolution for consideration regarding this matter with attached staff report including estimated costs for the proposed exercise equipment. Resolution No.92 -09 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR EXERCISE EQUIPM C FOR THE EXORCISE ROOM IN THE NEW PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 92 -09 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Garbage Service 1) Finalization of Calendar Year 1990 Services - City Manager Issues Netter said staff and the Council Committee for Garbage Issues comprised of Councilmen Eck and Hopkins met prior to tonight's Council meeting with Kevin Walbridge, General Manager of Empire Waste Management and discussed reports provided to Council. Mr. Netter shared contents therein of the report and said staff's review of the Financial Statements of Calendar Year 1990 garbage services by Empire Waste Management in accordance with the contract between the City and Empire Waste Management resulted in reducing the calculations for additional payment to Empire from $169,000 to approximately $110,000. He said from staff's standpoint, this was a reasonable charge and staff recommends that payment be made to Empire Waste Management. Council. Committee Hopkins and Eck reviewed further details of the Committee meeting with Empire and confirmed agreement with staff recommendation to proceed with payment to Empire. City Manager Netter responded to Council inquiry that the City is not getting charged for depreciation of the old trucks and that Empire's purchase of the new vehicles was a necessity because of the required new automated garbage collection system. Councilman Eck complimented staff on efforts involved in the extensive audit procedures regarding this matter. A motion was made by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, authorizing payment to Empire Waste Management in an amount of Roluiert Park City Council Minutes (8) January 14, 1992 approximately $110,000 for calendar year 1990 services in accordance with the contract agreement as recommended by staff and Council Committee. 2) 1992 Garbage Rate Proposals - City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of the above- referenced staff report dated January 9, 1992 regarding 1992 Refuse Collection Rates and reviewed contents therein as outlined in the Council Meeting Memo explaining Empire Waste Management's proposal of a CPI type formula as used in the City of Petaluma. Mr. Netter said the current formula is not an incentive for either Empire Waste Management or the City and that staff would not be opposed to a CPI formula as long as the base year is audited by an external auditor and agreed to by the City which would establish an accurate base year for computation of future CPI increases. In addition, staff would evaluate the CPI formula and recommend provisions that would protect the City for revenue growth so that Empire would not make excessive profits. He said Empire Waste Management and City staff propose an estimated rate increase of 2.5% for calendar year 1992 to compensate for increased costs estimated to incur which would increase residential garbage rates by 20 cents per month from $8.00 to $8.20. Mr. Netter said staff would recommend noticing a public hearing for the next Council meeting on January 28th on the proposed garbage rate increases, if Council concurs with this plan. He said staff also recommends looking at future programs for rate increases and expanded services such as yardwaste collection, mixed waste paper and plastic recycling programs since it may be better to set aside funds now and be prepared when the programs are ready to be implemented rather than presenting larger increases to residents after the programs have started. Council Committee Member Eck reviewed State mandates and said it is just a matter of time as to when such efforts are required and they could come close together. He said in order to meet the AB939 goals, white paper and cardboard separation are anticipated to be ate? in July. Discussion followed during which Kevin Walbridge responded to various Council questions regarding reasoning of Empire Waste Management wanting to give up a guaranteed 7% formula for a CPI formula that computes to a 2.5% increase. He said the 2.5% increase would provide for approximately a 7% return before income tax. W. Walbridge said Empire believes the 1991 rate increase is sufficient and the CPI proposal is Preferred especially when considering the expense of going through additional extensive audits such as was necessary for the above- reviewed 1990 garbage service contract. City Manager Netter responded to further Council questions regarding advantages of using an external auditor for verification of the 1991 calendar year. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (9) January 14, 1992 Further discussion followed during which concerns were expressed regarding the difficulty for some people to pay even small utility rate increases. Kevin Walbridge responded to Council inquiry regarding proceeds from recycling and said the value of the commodity is considered to offset part of the costs, but the market place for recycled products is crashing causing the commodity values to come down, besides the fact that the cost to get it to that marketing state is more than the value of the commodity. Mr. Walbridge pointed out that that is the problem with AB939. Councilman Eck said when each new program is presented that the cost of the programs should be shown by the cost impacts to the user (each citizen) and not just the total cost of the program. Councilman Hopkins said it will be necessary at some point to switch over to a user base fee for the various mandated programs. City Manager Netter said it is staff's recommendation at this point to prepare for a public hearing with consideration given to a two- option approach regarding basic rates and/or expanded service rates. A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and unanimously approved, directing staff to prepare comparison figures of the various recycling programs for Council's further review of this matter. Santa Rosa Urban City Manager Netter said it would be necessary to defer this Boundaries South item regarding Santa Rosa urban boundaries south of Todd Road of Todd Road until such time as Council Committee Members Eck and Hollingsworth have an opportunity to meet with representatives from the City of Santa Rosa regarding same. He said copies were provided to Council of his letter dated January 8, 1992 to the Sonoma County Planning Department outlining the City's previous discussions regarding this matter. Growth Management City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of Issues three items related to growth management issues as follows: 1) letter dated January 8, 1992 from League of California Cities regarding preliminary outline of Governor Wilson's State of the State address regarding Growth Management Strategies with attached San Francisco Chronicle newspaper article regarding same; 2) letter dated January 6, 1992 from League of California Cities regarding Growth Management and Regional Issue Policies which should be reviewed by Council with input, if any, forwarded to the League of California Cities; and Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (10) January 14, 1992 3) letter dated December 30, 1991 from Senator Rebecca A. Morgan regarding her SB 797 proposal on Growth Mana ement g requesting Council's review and comment. W. Netter said this bill does not deal with the protection of agricultural land and, therefore, Sonoma County cities oppose the bill. He recommmended a letter be sent indicating Council's opposition to SB 797 since it does not meet the goals and policies as previously directed by Council. Councilman Eck said, as well as Council opposing this bill, he would like to go on record with a statement strongly contesting the make up of this interim regional Board because it is the same issue continually raised by Council wherein the City would be virtually left without representation. Discussion followed during which Council agreed this emmphatic communication should also be sent to Senator Thompson with attached copy of the previous letter regarding this matter. Mayor Spiro acknowledged that it would be six to eight weeks before the actual written summaries of the Governor's message would be available for review as well as opinion regarding same from the League of California Cities. Councilman Hopkins referenced the new district boundary and said representatives are not going to have time to do anything. He said some kind of regional cooperation is needed but it will probably be as it has been over the past twenty years with no regional cooperation. Transportation matters: 1) City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of letter dated January 6, 1992 from Congressman Frank Riggs in regard to securing $15.1 million of federal transportation funds for the acquisition of the North Coast "Transportation Corridor" (Northwestern Pacific and the Eureka Southern Railroad Right of Ways) and reviewed the matter as outlined in the Council Nbeting Memo. He said Mayor Spiro and Assistant to the City Manager Leivo attended the referenced "Rail Surand t" iieeting on January 13 and Council would be provided with copies of the results of that meeting. Discussion followed during which Mayor Spiro commented briefly on the above - referenced "Rail Summit" meeting and said it appears there will be participation in the purchase of the railroad right of ways, that the intention is to try and get both sections purchased at the same time, and work is being done on the cash flow problem. Further comments included confirmation by City Mmmger Netter regarding Rohnert Park's share amounting to approximately $150,000, stipulations of local control within city boundaries, funds not being available for a while, and the possibility of the County working out some kind of funding provisions for the cities that cannot afford the railroad right of way purchases. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (11) January 14, 1992 2) City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of letter dated December 4, 1991 from the City of Larkspur regarding potential joint powers agreement between Marin and Sonoma Transportation Authorities and results of recent joint meeting between the two regarding same. Mr. Netter said he did not know if this matter is a pending bill or something the County has initiated but the Mayor of Larkspur is requesting input from each City Council on the issues as outlined in the letter for further discussion at the next scheduled Sonoma Transportation Authority meeting on January 29th. Discussion followed during which acknowledgment was made that there will be four representatives for the Golden Gate Bridge District and there should be some mechanism for putting representatives from this area on the Board to compensate for Marin County's position, that there are a lot of things relating to this issue that are negotiable, and that this Council should be very open regarding the matter. 3) City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of previous transmittal outlining Bill Kortum's proposal regarding a two- county transit district. He said Councilman Hopkins requested this item be placed on tonight's Council agenda for further Council review regarding possible action it may want to take toward seeing this proposal initiated. Mayor Spiro responded to request from the audience and said public comments could be heard at this time regarding this proposal. Jake Mackenzie Jake Mackenzie, 1536 Gladstone Way, said for Council's information that he appeared in front of the Board of Supervisors this morning regarding this transit proposal and was told this afternoon that the Board of Supervisors approved it this year. He said, hopefully, this action will allow it to go on the November ballot measure. Discussion followed during which confirmation was given that this idea has merit and staff should keep in touch with the County regarding progress of the matter. 4) City Manager Netter referenced copies provided to Council of letter dated December 19, 1992 regarding Proposed Golden Gate Transit Route 86 and shared contents therein as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. City Engineer Brust responded to Council inquiry that the referenced churches involved in the use of the parking lot for the proposed park and ride lot would be notified if Council action concurs to proceed, afterwhich details would be worked out with the various churches involved. He confirmed that the referenced site was land dedicated by Condiotti to various churches with a condition that the City could use those parking lots as a park and ride lot. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (12) January 14, 1992 A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, directing staff to proceed with the necessary action toward the proposed Golden Gate Transit Route 86 regarding the park and ride lot in the parking lot of the churches site as recomTended by staff. 5) City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of agenda and outline results of the Sonoma County Transportation Authority meeting held on January 6, 1992 regarding air quality type issues. He shared contents therein as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo and said staff recommends Council concurrence of the proposal regarding AB 434 Air Quality Vehicle Registration fees which allow the Bay Area Air Quality Management District to impose a $2.00 surcharge on motor vehicles within the district effective April 1992 and raising said fee to $4.00 effective October 1st, 1992. A motion was made by Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Hopkins to support AB 434 regarding Air Quality Vehicle Registration fees. Discussion followed during which Councilman Hollingsworth said he would vote "no" on the above motion simply because too many ways have been found to take money from the tax payers pocket and he cannot approve another way even if it has good logic. Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust responded to Council inquiry regarding preference to local repayment of the funds and reviewed the money control aspects of the funds by Air Quality Control Board and percentages of use base return. Mr. Brust said he thought it would be proper for the monies to come through SCTA as a clearing house and the other 40% would go directly through SCTA for other programs. He confirmed that if the funds do not go through SCTA, the Air Quality Board is in. charge. Councilman Reilly said he would go ahead and vote "yes" on the above motion and signify support of Councilman Hollingsworth's comments. City Engineer Brust responded to Council inquiry stating that the SCTA has not officially acted on this issue yet, but will at some point in time, and that direction is needed from Council for the time when the SCTA does discuss it. A motion was made by Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and unanimously approved, to table this item and take no action on it, and let Council's representative (currently Councilman Hopkins) decide what to do when the time comes for a decision. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (13) January 14, 1992 General Plan matters: 1) City Manager Netter said the Council Committee's status report of the General Plan update has been deferred until the January 28th Council meeting for reasons reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. 2) City Manager Netter referenced plans on display and said copies were provided to Council of letter dated December 13, 1991 from Coding Enterprises regarding potential construction of affordable housing on property on the south side of the Price Club parcel. He said this was provided for Council's information and would be discussed later during the upcoming General Plan review. 3) City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of letter dated December 12, 1991 from Supervisor Jim Harberson regarding Canon Manor residents' concerns. He shared contents as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo and said staff thought it would be appropriate to respond to W. Harberson's requests via letter from the Mayor updating him on Council's thoughts regarding both the Canon Manor situation and the process being pursued in the General Plan update. A motion was made by Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to respond to Jim Harberson's letter as recommended above by staff. 4) City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of three annexation letters of request from a) YCS Investments dated December 18, 1991; b) AMI Development, Inc., dated December 13, 1991; and c) Ralph Jones, Broker dated December 19, 1991. These have been provided for Council's information and staff recommends these requests be filed pending Council decision regarding direction it takes in updating the General Plan. Council agreed. RECESS Mayor Spiro declared a recess at approximately 8:04 p.m. RECONVENE Mayor Spiro reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 8:10 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. Planning & Zoning Planning Director Skanchy referenced plans on display and said matters: copies were provided to Council of Staff Report dated File No. 1511 January 7, 1991 regarding File No. 1511 - Mike Diaz - Site plan and architectural review application to develop a commercial, all- weather driving range including snack bar, lounge, and three commercial buildings to be leased on west side of Redwood Drive, south of and contiguous to Scandia Fun Center. W. Skanchy shared contents therein and responded Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (14) January 14, 1992 to various Council questions. He confirmed that temporary lawn would be required on the vacant area planned for future retail, and in response to potential graffiti concerns expressed by Council, said a fence could be requested to prohibit access to the referenced wall. Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, site plan and architectural review for File No. 1511 as recommended by Planning Commission was unanimously approved. File No. 1400 Planning Director Skanchy referenced plans on display and shared contents of copies provided to Council of Staff Report with attachments regarding File No. 1400 - University Town Center Shopping Center General Plan Amendment and Rezoning to redesignate a 6 acre + a portion of an 11.80 acre parcel from Commercial to High Density Residential located south of Sonoma State University as described in the referenced Staff Report and on tonight's agenda. He said copies were also provided to Council of resolution for consideration and ordinance for introduction in regard to amending the Land Use Element of the General Plan and rezoning a portion of subject property from CN:PD Neighborhood /Commercial to RM 2000 PD. Mr. Skanchy responded to various Council questions and said a public hearing has been scheduled at this time regarding this matter. Discussion followed. Public Hearing Mayor Spiro opened the public hearing at approximately 8:26 p.m. Dave Mochel Dave Mochel, 6050 Commerce Blvd., said, as previously expressed, that it seemed as though consideration of Council action as scheduled on tonight's agenda is getting the cart before the horse. Even though there has been certain assurances regarding the high density development, rather than taking action tonight, Council should make it very clear to ,he uV.:e.L %JNer regarding density, etc. and come back to Council with completed plans and everything up front. Right now there is only some allusive idea that this is going to be high density housing. Jake Mackenzie Jake Mackenzie, 1536 Gladstone Way, said he wanted to speak briefly on this item involving General Plan aspects. He said it was his understanding that this is a 1990 -91 General Plan amendment when it is actually 1992. This is relevant since there can be no more than four General Plan amendments in a given calendar year, and therefore seems very important. He requested Council to give further consideration to this by asking City Attorney's advice on the matter. There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Spiro closed the public hearing at approximately 8:30 p.m. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (15) January 14, 1992 Discussion followed during which City Attorney Flitner responded to the above question and said he was not aware of any cases regarding General Plan amendments initiated in one year and concluded in the next and did not know the law regarding same and would, therefore, have to look into the matter. Council comrents were made that action could be taken on tonight's issue and define which year would apply after the fact. Council recalled in the past that several amendments made at the same time established only one change to the General Plan. Councilman Reilly said it seemed Council should wait until after receipt of City Attorney's opinion to take action on this matter. Planning Director Skanchy responded to Council inquiry and confirmed that when the State initially adopted legislation regarding changes to the General Plan, approval was given to three times a year and later increased to four times a year. He said when five or six applications came in at once, it was considered one amendment to the General Plan. Resolution No.92 -10 RESOLUTION OF THE ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, PLANNING FILE NO. 1400 (University Town Center) *CORRECTION from 1/28/92 * Council meeting: Upon motion by Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Reilly, Motion seconded by reading of Resolution No. 92 -10 was waived and said resolution Councilman Hollingsworth, was adopted by the following vote: not Councilman Reilly. AYES: (4) Councilmembers Eck, Hollingsworth, Hopkins, and Nbyor Spiro NOES: (1) Councilman Reilly ABSENT: (0) None Ordinance No. 552 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMMING TITLE 17 OF (Introduction) THE ROHNERT PARK M- WICIPAL CODE ZONING MP CHANGE, CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, PLANNING FILE NO. 1400 (University Town Center) Upon motion by Councilman Eck, seconded by Councilman Hollingsworth, reading of Ordinance No. 552 was waived and said ordinance was introduced by the following vote: AYES: (4) Councilman. Eck, Hollingsworth, Hopkins, and Mayor Spiro NOES: (1) Councilman Reilly ABSENT: (0) None File No. 1432 Planning Director Skanchy referenced plans on display and shared contents of copies provided to Council of Staff Report with attachments regarding File No. 1432 - Rohnert Park Wine Visitors Center General Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Site Plan and Architectural Review pertaining to consideration of Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (16) January 14, 1992 amendment to General Plan Land Use Element to redesignate a 2.75 acre + parcel from Permanent Open Space (Parks and Golf Courses) to Commercial, and to rezone property from "A" (Agricultural) District to C- Rec /P -D (Recreational /Commercial/ Planned Unit Development) District for a Wine Visitor Center to be located on the east side of Roberts Lake Road 130 ft. + north of Golf Course Drive and south of and contiguous to Roberts Lake. He said copies were also provided to Council of resolution for consideration and ordinance for introduction in regard to amending the Land Use Element of the General Plan and rezoning property as reviewed. City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of two reports from City Attorney Flitner, one addressing amendment to General Plan and degree of review required, and the other responding to previous Council inquiry regarding the term "permanent open space ". City Attorney Flitner reviewed contents of his above - referenced reports pointing out that the description of open space specifies "shall be virtually free of structural development" and that even open space areas are allowed to have related structures. He said it was his opinion that there is no violation of the open space qualifications in regard to the proposed Wine Visitors Center. Mr. Flitner reviewed the history regarding how Roberts Lake evolved in that it came after the dedication of the golf course and that it was for the purpose of the golf course. He said Council can change its mind regarding intentions of land use and make amendments within reason as long as there is no violation of a particular dedicator's stipulations. Discussion followed regarding Council's differing opinions regarding open space and whether parking lots should be described as structure or open space. Public Hearing Mayor Spiro opened the public hearing at approximately 8:45 p.m. Jake MacKenzie Jake MacKenzie, 1536 Gladstone Way, said he was here to continue to discuss the amendment to the General Plan. He referenced comments as reviewed in tonight's Council Meeting Nbmo regarding this matter and asked Council to consider not voting on this item tonight but to wait until the next Council meting on January 28th. He said it seemed to be getting the cart before the horse and the Council should wait until the financing plan is settled on the Wine Center. Mr. McKenzie asked Council to follow the direction previously discussed during the prior agenda item. He believed the resolution for consideration was incorrect in that it should also include an amendment to the Open Space Element as referenced in the General Plan statement. Roberts Lake should be developed as a passive park and specifically on the south and west sides of the lake. Mr. MacKenzie said he believed it Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (17) January 14, 1992 is self evident that open space does not include buildings, that if the Land Use Element is changed for the referenced area then the Open Space Element should also be changed since the south side of the lake will no longer be open space. He said the previous comment he made regarding these General Plan amendments being 1991 changes rather than 1992 changes was not frivolous since it is clearly stated that amendments can be made four times a year according to State Law. Because of the incorrect wording in the documents for consideration, it would be wise of Council to table these matters until a future date. Dave Nbchel Dave Nbchel, 6050 Commerce Blvd., said one thing is very clear that this project is not for the benefit of the citizens of Rohnert Park but for the benefit of some very special /private interest groups. Giving away land and money with the statement that in the long run it will benefit the commmity, is not sufficient. There is no business that would invest on such slim prospects of getting the money back. The same justification has been given for other projects in the past with comments that the City will receive tax benefits. The air is getting dirty from all the backed up traffic. A lot of us moved here to enjoy the open surroundings that are being chiseled away. This is just one more example of taking things away from the citizens of Rohnert Park and getting very little back. W. Nbchel said he hoped Council would take this matter seriously. George Horwedel George Horwedel, 7669 Camino Colegio, said his concerns were not regarding the Wine Center but more on the open space issue. He said it might be a good idea to come up with some type of definite plan regarding what will be done with these lands so there will be assurances that it will stay open space. Looking to the future, something needs to be done to protect open space from buildings and parking lots. Val Sabuco Val Sabuco, 5750 Dexter Circle, said he was a long time business person and resident of Rohnert Park and expressed appreciation to this City Council and former City Councils for doing an outstanding job. He referenced tonight's proposed Wine Center and said both Sonoma County and the City of Rohnert Park can benefit from this unique opportunity. He said this is a real positive move for our community and thanked the Council for giving consideration to the matter. Kevin Walbridge Kevin Walbridge, 1531 Galaxy Road, said he thought it was a good idea to have the Wine Center, that it did not take away from the intent of open space, and compared comments of others who said it was perfect when they moved here until someone else moved next door. He thought this project is well managed growth on the part of the City and repeated that it does not take away from the open space aspect. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (18) January 14, 1992 There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Spiro closed the public hearing at approximately 9:05 p.m. A motion was made by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilman Eck, in support of the Wine Visitor Center and directing staff to prepare a ballot measure for the issue including financing of the ballot measure. Councilman Eck said this is a unique situation and he appreciated the Wine Center but the proposal seems like a major financial commitment in which the citizens of Rohnert Park are being asked to support $1 million in bonds making it a unique partnership. Discussion followed during which Councilman Reilly outlined reasons for his actions. The above motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilman Eck, directing staff to prepare a ballot measure for the Wine Center proposal, failed by the following roll call vote: AYES: (2) Councilmembers Eck and Reilly NOES: (3) Councilmembers Hollingsworth, Hopkins and Mayor Spiro ABSENT: (0) None City Manager Netter briefly discussed the amendment to the General Plan to rezone the site. He stated that this is a separate issue and should be handled separately from the Wine Center financing. He recommended the area be rezoned commercial for possible other proposals if the Wine Center project was not approved by Council. He outlined the history of the site and previous discussion of potential commercial uses. Resolution No.92 -11 RESOLUTION OF THE ROHNERT PARK CITY CODICIL AMENDING THE LAND USE ELMM OF THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF ROHNMT PARK, PLANNING FILE NO. 1432 ( Rohnert Park Wine Visitors Center) Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Hollingsworth, reading of Resolution No. 92 -11 was waived and said resolution was adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: (3) Councilmembers Hollingsworth, Hopkins, and Mayor Spiro NOES: (2) Councilmembers Eck and Reilly ABSENT: (0) None Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (19) January 14, 1992 Ordinance No. 553 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AM DING TITLE 17 OF (Introduction) THE ROHNERT PARK "ICIPAL CODE ZONING MAP CHANGE, CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, PLANNING FILE NO. 1432 ( Rohnert Park Wine Visitors Center) Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman Hollingsworth, reading of Ordinance No. 553 was waived and said ordinance was introduced by the following roll call vote: AYES: (3) Councilmembers Hollingsworth, Hopkins, and Mayor Spiro NOES: (2) Councilmembers Eck and Reilly ABSENT: (0) None Council Committee/ City Manager Netter explained that time was scheduled at this Liaison Assignments time on the agenda for Council to make any changes desired on Council Committee /Liaison assignments. Discussion followed. A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, and unanimously approved, to retain the current Council Committee/Liaison Assignments as listed on tonight's agenda with changes to Committees as follows: 1) Swim Center (Eck & Hollingsworth) - DELETE 2) Sonoma County Transportation Authority - CHANGE LIAISON HOPKINS TO LIAISON ECK, retain Alternate Spiro 3) Substance Abuse /School District (Reilly) - REVIEW & Obtain information regarding continuation or abandonment 4) School District (Hopkins) - ADD COMMTTEE 5) Chamber of Commerce (Eck) - ADD ALTERNATE SPIRO 6) Baseball and Stadium (Hopkins) - ADD ALTERNATE REILLY Councilman Hollings- Councilman Hollingsworth left the Council Chamber at worth leaves approximately 9:12 p.m. 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. 1) Councilman Eck referenced article in Sonoma Business Magazine entitle "Golden Trash" that he said appeared to be above and beyond the call of duty regarding a savings of $10,000 by State Farm Insurance Co. for recycling efforts and Hewlett Packard designating a recycling task force. He recommended a letter over the Mayor's signature acknowledging the recycling efforts of these companies and extending congratulations. Council agreed. 2) Mayor Spiro referenced copies provided to Council of Negative Declaration Notice regarding a Master Plan for Crane Creek Park requesting public response for the County Planning Comnission hearing scheduled for February 6, 1992, as well as letter from Jim AngelojDirector of Sonoma County Regional Parks Department expressing concerns to the proposed Crane Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (20) January 14, 1992 Park changes. Mayor Spiro said the letter has some very good points regarding the items of concern expressed in the letter regarding commercializing and unnatural painting of rocks and thought Council should give some kind of position regarding the matter. City Manager Netter responded that staff has been attending the greetings regarding the Crane Park proposals and there is a document for review regarding same in the City Manager's office. Parks and Recreation Councilman Reilly said he would like to make his nomina- Commission matter: tion to the Parks and Recreation Commission at this time. Appointment He explained recent conversation with David O'Brien and said his previous call for applications in no way inferred dissatisfaction with David O'Brien as Commissioner. A motion was made by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilman. Eck, and unanimously approved, to re- appoint David O'Brien to a two year term to the Parks and Recreation Commission commencing January 1992 through December 31, 1993. Councilman Hollings- Councilman Hollingsworth returned to the Council Chamber at worth returns approximately 9:21 p.m. City Manager's Report: 1) City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of letter dated December 9, 1991 from the City of Sonoma regarding County Automated Subpoena and Scheduling System. He shared contents as reviewed in Council Meeting Memo. Mr. Netter said the City Managers' Association has unanimously endorsed this proposed program and recommends its implementation. Council concurred. 2) City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council Of report from the Interfaith Shelter Network- Armory Shelter Project and shared contents as reviewed in Council Maeting Memo. He recommended this matter be deferred to the upcoming budget hearings to be held in April /May 1992. Council concurred. 3) PERS allocation /AB 702 lawsuit /League of California Cities formation of Coalition - City Manager Netter reviewed the information regarding AB702 and recommended the City join with the League of California Cities in the formation of a coalition to be a watchdog over PERS matters of which the cost would be up to $500.00 Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Hopkins, authorization to join the Coalition and authorizing payment of up to $500.00 was unanimously approved. 4 - 8) City Manager Netter said copies of the next five items listed on tonight's agenda were provided to Council for informational purposes and were reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo as follows: Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (21) January 14, 1992 a) Tobacco Project panel discussion - City Council Chambers, Wednesday, January 15, 1992; b) A T & T vs. State Board of Equalization regarding property tax distribution; c) Sonoma County Mani Court - Fines and forfeiture payments to State; d) Sexual assault exams /costs paid by cities; and e) Letter from Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control regarding Responsible Hospitality Project City Manager Netter responded to various Council questions regarding the above letter from Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and confirmed the City's participation in the Responsible Hospitality Project. Discussion followed during which concerns were express regarding recent rulings on legal implications and the need for the City to be in a leadership role for social awareness. Reference was made to the upcoming City appreciation affairs with compliments extended by Council toward initial efforts of staff to further comply with necessary precautions in regard to serving alcoholic beverages at such occasions. Council agreed this item should be carried over to the next Council meeting for further review and staff report regarding additional recommendations. City Attorney's Report: 1) City Attorney Flitner updated Council on the bbbile Home Rent control issue. He referenced court order relating to Rancho Verde and said there will be concurrence with the Judge on February 3rd. When this final court order is received, he will be able to proceed with the appeal as directed by the Rent Appeals Board. 2 ) City Attorney Flitner referenced copies provided to Council of his memorandums dated January 8, 1992 and October 9, 1991 regarding shake roofs and imposing development conditions in response to previous Council inquiry. He shared contents therein regarding contact with the State Fire Marshal advising that tentative legislation is being considered to further define what type of roof should be placed on new construction. Regarding specific stipulation for modification of roofs in this community, Mr. Flitner said the legalities were unclear and suggested obtaining further clarity from the Fire Marshal. He said he could find no records from other communities regarding specific roofing stipulations. Discussion followed during which Councilman Hollingsworth gave position from insurance standpoint and said extent of damage to dwellings from fires was not related to types of roofs. He reviewed conditions that existed in the recent Oakland /Berkeley fire wherein certain requirements should be maintained, but such conditions do not apply to smaller communities like Rohnert Park. Acknowledgment was made regarding initial development efforts toward designating certain types of roofing in some areas of the City and the need for Council to take some kind of positive action to ensure continued consistency of appearance in those areas. City Manager Netter said staff recommends City Attorney Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (22) January 14, 1992 draft regulations for Planning Commission's review and recommendation to City Council regarding zones for roofing requirements. A motion was made by Councilman. Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Eck, and unanimously approved, to direct City Attorney Flitner to draft regulations establishing designated zones for roofing requirements to be reviewed by the Planning Comnission for a recommendation to the City Council. Natters from Council: 1) Councilman Eck referenced copies provided to Council of letter dated November 15, 1991 from David Hansen, General Manager, Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District listing public workshops to review draft of the District's Final Acquisition Plan. Dr. Eck said he attended one of the workshops and the discussion involved review of the draft and ways to protect designated areas for open space which related to Ben Collin's proposal on Comnani ty Separators. Discussion followed during which concerns were express regarding comnmications with the Board of Supervisors, the wording of the draft, and the possibility of cities ending up with some open spaces that they do not necessarily want. Reference was made to previous letter from Council to the Board of Supervisors detailing concerns regarding the role of the Open Space Authority with confirmation that David Hansen circulated copies of the letter which generated positive response from other cities. City Manager Netter confirmed he received a call from Charlie Cook, Chairman of the Open Space Authority, who indicated a resolution to the concerns has been formulated and that the Authority would act as an escrow agent and would disburse funds upon completion of negotiations and finalization of agreements. The Authority would not have a say in acquisition plans or decisions. This procedure was presented to the Board of Sim "visors at t•v?ny'S morning meeting. City Nanager Netter said David Hansen also requested Council approval to make a presentation to Council regarding this matter. Council concurred to schedule the presentation at the February 11, 1992 meeting. 2) City Manager Netter said the joint meeting with Cotati City Council is scheduled for Wednesday, January 15, 1992 at 6:30 p.m. at the Green Oaks Restaurant in Cotati. 3) City Manager Netter said the Annual Volunteer luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, January 16, 1992 at 12:00 noon at the Comttunity Center. 4) City Manager Netter confirmed the change of date for the joint meeting with the School District to be Tuesday, March 31, 1992 at 6:30 p.m. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (23) January 14, 1992 5) City Manager Netter said the Employees Appreciation Affair will be held this Friday, January 17, 1992 at the Red Lion Inn at 6:30 p.m. 6) Councilman Eck said Larry Simmons called inquiring about Rohnert Park's decision on the Visitors and Convention Bureau funding. Councilman Eck inquired if the Committee has net to discuss the matter. City Manager Netter responded that he had discussed this matter with Council Committee Members Mayor Spiro and Councilman Hopkins who indicated they wanted to wait until the Wine Center project is decided before considering further discussion on the matter. Mr. Netter indicated he had informed both Pat Ross and Larry Simmons of this action. 7) Councilman Reilly referenced copies provided to Council of League of California Cities article in the Nation's Cities Weekly publication dated January 13, 1992 entitled "Committee nomination still open" regarding openings on NLC's five policy steering committees until January 17. Mr. Reilly said he was interested in the appointment to the Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Committee and referenced copies provided to Council of his Professional Profile prepared to submit at requested. He requested Council approval of his interest regarding appointment to this committee. Council concurred. 8) Councilman Hopkins said he would like to investigate the idea of establishing an economic development corporation and planned to review the matter with City Attorney Flitner. Council may want to discuss the matter in an Executive Session as it may involve real estate negotiations. 9) City Manager Netter advised that March. 6, 1992 is the final date that items can be submitted to the County for the upcoming June election. Unscheduled Public Mayor Spiro asked if anyone in the audience wished to make an Appearances appearance at this time. Joseph C. Boyle Joseph C. Boyle, 1372 Mattice Lane, referenced copies provided to Council of his letter dated December 14, 1991 (copy attached to original set of these minutes) and shared contents therein expressing concerns regarding ownership of land to be given to the City by Jimmie Rogers as signified in recent newspaper article . Mr. Boyle also distributed to Council copies of a list of northwestern land owners as of December 9, 1991 regarding the matter including parcel numbers and cash value according to Assessor's Parcel Map of Santa Rosa Farms No. 2. Adjournment Mayor Spiro adjourned the meeting at approximately 9:55 p.m. gam^ e � �..-` s: '�� ✓c�.. � ��.. L De y�Ci Clerk.0 Mayor] "Y P� 3� Jan. 14, 1992 City Council of Rohnert Park Information Packet On Potbelly Pigs 1. Barry S. Dorfman, MD,MPH Disease Control Section Infectious Disease Branch State Of CA Dept. Of Health Services Comparison of The Miniature Potbelly Pig as a House Pet With Cats Arid Dogs- human Health Considerations 2. Dr. Robert E. Briggs National An:i_mal. Disease Center, U.S. Department of Agriculture 3. James D. McKean DVM Iowa State University of Science and Technology 4. Lisle W. George B.S.,D.V.M. Ph.D. University Of CA Davis 5. Lisle W. George B.S.,D.V.M.,Ph.D. University Of CA Davis 6. Lisle W George D.V.M, Ph.D. Clinicians, Food Animal, Medicine Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital University Of CA Davis 7. Bruce Lawhorn, D.V.M., M.S. Extension Veterinarian and Assistant Professor in Large Animal Medicine and Surgery - Texas A &M University 8. Frank Mongini, D.V.M Cotati Large Animal Hospital. 9. James I-I. Steere, D.V.M. Artaurus Vet, Novato, CA 10. William Seals, D.V.M. San Martin Veterinary Hospital_, San Martin, CA 11. Lorri.e B. Blackburn, D.V.M. Quillie Acres Veterinary Clinic Orange,CA 12. John Made.ri_ous, Attorney at Law Petaluma, CA (a 4� �� V/�L , m+�� /z0 ��. -3-� IV ' Northwestern Land Owners as of 12/9/91 Jimmie Rogers' Multisports Center Assessor's Parcel Map of Santa Rosa Farms No 2 Beginning at the northlime intersection of Business Park Drive with the westline of Redwood Drive, chaining west 200.10 ft., then northly 1209.74 ft. and west again 252.07 ft. to Willis and across the street width then northly 17.27 ft. and west again 1725.78+ ft. to the eastline of Labath Avenue and then southerly 1227 ft. to the northline of Business Park Drive and the eastward 2184.74+ ft back to the beginning includes an area of 55.72 acres. (Noteg Bus. Park Dr. curves southward before Labath Ave~) Extending the northern boundary 380 ft. north adds 15 acres bringing the total acreage to 70~72 acres, leaving just another 1.28 acres to be added along the perimeter to make a 72 acres that may include the major portion of the gift by Jimmie Rogers. 72 acres is 1770.94 ft. squared. Owners Harris Mary L. Parcel Hughes Michael & Vicki 045-074-10-1 Meatyas Philip G 045-874-15-0 Chauncy Thomas & Leslie 045-074-16-8 F»etker George V. 045-075-05-8 Shehan Donna J. Harris Mary L. Roberts Thomas & Helen 045-075-08-2 is to " is 045-075-09-0 Russell Harold Estate 045-032-17-9 % Joseph C. Tinney Petaluma' CA Etcetera ~.~~.~.~ Cash Value 41,607 Xn /~74 + im:- 53,040 33,978 + imp~ 14,952 94,297 (1990 pur.) 10,035 18,339 + imp. 565,000 (1990 pur) Please note that improvements include structures worth more than $100,000. The late Harold Russell may have owned the listed parcel before 1990. B x 9 = 72 but 72 acres clear of structures to the north of Business Park at Redwood Drive isn't so easy nor always cheap. December 14, 1991 Mayor Linda Spiro City Hall Rohnert Park, CA 94928 Dear Mayor Spiro: Jimmie Rogers wishes to give 72 acres for a multisport center to Rohnert Park. Rogers says he owns these acres in the northwestern corner just outside the city limits. The boundaries of the land in question are: east of Labath, south of Wilfred Avenue, west of Old Redwood Hwy. ,and north of Business Park Drive — a square of 98 acres. Friday, December 6th, I spent time in the Sonoma County Assessor's office where James Gallagher's able staff assisted my research to locate the proposed gift. Jimmie Rogers is not the owner of record of 72 acres where the multisports complex is to be built. Former Mayor Rogers is not even the owner of record of 62 acres, nor 52 acres, nor 42 acres, nor 32 acres, nor 22 acres, nor 12 acres and a partridge in a pear tree. Emperor Norton, and even the estate of the late Emperor Hirohito, would be honored to pay the fees and taxes associated with recording real property. This gift requires a quid pro quo. Condiotti Enterprises own 80 acres outside the southeastern corner city limits. Annex these 80 acres and get 72 acres minus 8 acres that Mike Diaz wants to build a golf driving range on. The 80 acres, minus a 6 acre park and a 2 acre estate for Jimmie Rogers, shall have 450 houses built on the remaining 72 acres-+ -a density of 6.25 houses per acre. Once again, for clarity, Jimmie Rogers wants to give Rohnert Park nearly 64 acres in the northwest corner if BO acres in the southeast are annexed with development of 451 houses approved; in addition, Mike Diaz's Japanese investors are allowed a 9 acre golf range. Respectfully yours, 400e xve- Joseph C. Boyle 1372 Mattice Lane Rohnert Park, CA 94928 Ph. 792-1819