1969/10/06 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
October 6, 1969
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in
regular session commencing at 7 :10 p.m. in the City Offices,
435 Southwest Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Rogers
presiding. The regular session was proceeded by an Execu-
tive Session held to discuss possible appointments to the
Cultural Arts Commission, Housing Committee, and pending
litigation and during which no action was taken.
Call to Order Mayor Rogers called the meeting of the regular session to
order at approximately 7 :10 p.m.
Roll Call Present: (4) Councilmen Hopkins, Roberts, Smith & Rogers
Absent: (1) Councilman Buchanan
Staff Present: City Manager Callinan, City Attorney Maxwell,
County Planner Gary Mann, Engineer Milt Hudis
Approval of Minutes Councilman Roberts asked that the record show that he was
absent from the September 22nd Special Meeting because he
had not been notified, however, he was now ratifying and
approving the action taken by the Council at that meeting.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Hopkins, and unanimously approved, the minutes of September
r.Fy, 19"and 22 were approved as submitted.
Communications Communications per the attached outline, were brought to
the attention of the Council. No action was taken on any
communication except as noted specifically in these minutes.
Regulation of Cats City Attorney Maxwell advised that he would recommend not
licensing cats, but that the City regulate their activities.
He asked that the proposed ordinance regulating cats which
he is working on be deferred until the next regular meeting.
Mr. Jack Anderson, Burton Avenue resident, was present and
asked City Attorney Maxwell to explain the words "regulat-
ing the cats activities ". The City .Attorney advised that
he had nothing prepared as yet, but the ordinance would be
ready at the next meeting.
Davi Operation City Attorney Maxwell brought the Council up to date on the
proceedings against the Davi Operation at 5202 Commerce
Boulevard, and advised that a date had been set for their
hearing.
Expressway -Inter City Attorney Maxwell advised that he was awaiting a ruling
change Lawsuit by the judge, in the lawsuit for interchange right of way
on the east side of the freeway, and would advise the Coun-
cil as soon as received.
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Southwest Boulevard City Attorney Maxwell advised that the City should receive
Grade Crossing word regarding the Southwest Boulevard grade crossing some-
time in November.
The City Attorney requested that letters concerning matters
he is handling not be mailed until he has had an opportunity
to review them.
General Plan Councilman Hopkins reported an the initial meeting of the
Housing Committee Housing Committee, reporting that the Comm felt that
a member of the minority group should be represented on the
Committee and that the Committee was now considering this
matter.
Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Roberts and unanimously approved, the bills presented for
approval in the amount of $11,133.30 were approved.
Earthquake Damage City Attorney Maxwell suggested that the Building Department
inspect buildings suffering earthquake damage, and if the
damage warrants, to notify the owner of repairs necessary
and to have them have a civil engineer or architect examine
the damage.
Project 1967 -5 City Manager Callinan brought the Council up to date on
Project No. 1967 -5, reviewing the City's need for 875,000
at this time to match the HUD Grant for the water system
expansion project.
L4a,yor Rogers declared an interest in the area covered by
Project 1967M -5 but was advised by the City Attorney he could
participate in the discussion and voting.
Resolution No. 690..93 A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO MAKE CHANGES AND MODIFICATIONS
SEWR AND WATER PROJECT NO. 1967 --5
City Manager Callinan reviewed the above resolution.
�V - '-. v.Lvvn uy" vV'tALlti1.11ld�Ct ofu th, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 6993
was adopted.
The City Manager opened and read a proposal from Robert E.
Schweser Co. of California, Ltd., to purchase the first
issue of Project 1967 ®5 bonds in the amount of $75,000 and
requesting a right of first refusal on the balance of bonds
to be issued under Project 1967 --5.
Councilman Hopkins Councilman Hopkins left the meeting at this point, the time
Leaves Chambers being approximately 70.30 p.m.
A lengthy discussion followed concerning the Schweser pro-
posal. Mr. Schweser was present and advised that these
bonds were extremely hard to sell due to the fact that the
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property was unimproved. He advised that he was personally
buying the bonds. Other points discussed in the proposal
were the high discount, interest rate, maturity of the
bonds, deferring principal for three years, and commitment
for the remainder of the funds required.
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the Council approved the
articles of incorporation and by -laws for the proposed
non - profit corporation and authorized the staff to take
the necessary action to form the non - profit corporation.
File No. 0136 City Manager Callinan reviewed the use permit application
Horst - Home of Mrs. ]Margie Horst, 7495 Boris Court, for a gift, craft,
Occupation Appli -- and book sales shop as home occupation.
cation
Mir. Gary Mann, Sonoma County Planning Department, read the
County Planning Department's report -ore-pared by Mr. Wes
Vail in which he recommended denial of the use permit
application.
Mayor Rogers declared open the scheduled public hearing on
the application of Mrs. Horst for use permit for home
occupation, gift shop, at 7495 Boris Court.
City Manager Callinan stated that notices of the public
hearing had been mailed to residents within 500 feet of the
residence, and that a letter had been received from Mrs.
Phyllis White, 7527 Boris Court stating that if no signs
were posted and there was no excessive traffic that she had
no objections to the home occupation.
Mr. Jack Anderson, Burton Avenue resident, was present and
stated that this type of business should take a lot of look-
ing into.
Mrs. Horst, the applicant, was present and stated that if
business was such that it wou3i increase the traffic on the
The Council deferred a decision on the Schweser proposal
until the adjourned meeting to be held Friday, September
10, 1969 at 7 :30 p.m.
Change in City
The suggested change in City Policy for Community use of
Policy
Recreation Facilities was deferred until the next regular
meeting.
Cultural. .Arts
City Manager Callinan brought the Council up to date on the
Commission
preparation of the articles of incorporation and by-laws
for the non - profit corporation, Rohnert Park Cultural .Arts
Corporation, for the Cultural Arts Commission to give it
the responsibility and authority needed to carry out their
functions. The City Manager also advised that the Commis-
sion was looking for eight persons to serve with members of
the Cultural Arts Commission on the Board of Directors of
the non - profit corporation.
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the Council approved the
articles of incorporation and by -laws for the proposed
non - profit corporation and authorized the staff to take
the necessary action to form the non - profit corporation.
File No. 0136 City Manager Callinan reviewed the use permit application
Horst - Home of Mrs. ]Margie Horst, 7495 Boris Court, for a gift, craft,
Occupation Appli -- and book sales shop as home occupation.
cation
Mir. Gary Mann, Sonoma County Planning Department, read the
County Planning Department's report -ore-pared by Mr. Wes
Vail in which he recommended denial of the use permit
application.
Mayor Rogers declared open the scheduled public hearing on
the application of Mrs. Horst for use permit for home
occupation, gift shop, at 7495 Boris Court.
City Manager Callinan stated that notices of the public
hearing had been mailed to residents within 500 feet of the
residence, and that a letter had been received from Mrs.
Phyllis White, 7527 Boris Court stating that if no signs
were posted and there was no excessive traffic that she had
no objections to the home occupation.
Mr. Jack Anderson, Burton Avenue resident, was present and
stated that this type of business should take a lot of look-
ing into.
Mrs. Horst, the applicant, was present and stated that if
business was such that it wou3i increase the traffic on the
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street that she would move the gift shop to a commercial
area.
A brief discussion followed after which since there was no
one else desiring to be heard, Mayor Rogers declared the
public hearing closed.
Upon motion by Councfman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the Council denied the
application of Mrs. Margie Horst for a home occupation at
7495 Boris Court.
File No. 0138 City Manager Callinan reviewed the use permit application
Lauren Anderson of Dr. Lauren Anderson for rezoning from "A" Agrioul iLra.l
Rezoning Applica -- to Professional - Medical District of a portion of AP 143Y-
tion 360 -13.
Mr. Gary Mann read the report prepared by Mr. Wes hail of
the Sonoma County Planning Department which recommended
denial of the application for rezoning, stating that there
was sufficient commercial and professional areas designated
in Rohnert Park without adding additional areas.
City Manager Callinan advised that notices of the public
hearing had been published in the local newspaper and copies
sent to property owners in the area.
Mayor Rogers declared open the scheduled public hearing on
the rezoning application of Dr. Lauren Anderson of a por-
tion of AP 143 - 360 -13, on Country Club Drive near the
Rohnert Park Expressway.
City Manager Callinan read letters from Mr. Robert B. Hicks,
realtor, and Mr. Martin Stone of Monogram Industries, both
objecting to the change of zoning to establish a medical
building.
Mr. Maurice Fredericks,Alden .Avenue resident and owner of
the Knudsen Building on Commerce Boulevard was present and
expressed objections to the proposed rezoning.
Mr. Paul Golis, was recagnized and stated his objections to
the location of a medical center in this particular loca-
tion and filed with the Council a letter stating what he
felt were the needs of the community for a community medi-
cal center and offered an alternative proposal to Dr.
Anderson.
Upon Councilman Smith's inquiry which questioned the
revelency of Mr. Golis' remarks, City Attorney Maxwell
stated that he felt what Mr. Golis was presenting was
relevent to the application for rezoning.
Dr. Lauren Anderson was present and introduced Mr.
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Owens, the owner of the property in question, and Mr. Phil
Rush of Jim Clark Realty. Mr. Rush spoke for Dr. Anderson
and stated that this rezoning was not for speculation, but
for what they considered would be helpful to the City and
fill a need. Mr. Owens also spoke in favor of the rezoning.
A lengthy discussion was held between those present and the
Council relative to the rezoning request. questions raised
were why locate in this particular area, the problem of a
school and residential section nearby, and status of tempor -•
ary ditch in the area.
There being no one else present wishing to be heard the
public hearing was declared closed.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, Dr. Lauren Anderson's
application for rezoning of a portion of AP 14.3 -- 360-13
on Country Club Drive near the Rohnert Parts Expressway was
denied without prejudice and the Council indicated that if
the applicant returned to the Council stating that he was
unable to acquire suitable property in an area now designa-
ted for Professional use on the General Plan at satisfactory
terms, the Council would again consider his request.
Planned Unit Develop- City Manager Callinan reviewed the proposed amendment to
ment Proposed Amend- Planned Unit Development District regulations of the Zoning
ment to Zoning Ordin- Ordinance.
ante
Mayor Rogers declared open the scheduled public hearing on
the proposed amendment to the Planned Unit Development
District regulations of the Zoning Ordinance.
Mr. Richard Day, resident, was .recognized and expressed his
opposition to the proposed amendment, stating that if the
Council approved the amendment that they would be continu-
ing their backwardprogress? that the City should reconsider
this change of zoning regulations and that experts should
be consulted.
There being no one else present wishing to be heard, the
public hearing was declared closed.
City Manager Callinan explained that Mr. Lehman, Planning
Consultant, has been advised of the planned unit develop-
ment by Young America Homes, and Mr. Lehman approved of
the development.
The Council requested that an ordinance amending the Zoning
Ordinance planned district regulations as proposed be pre-
pared for introduction at the next Council meeting.
Apartment House City Manager Callinan advised that an apartment house would
adjacent to City be constructed on Southwest Boulevard adjacent to the City
Offices Offices.
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Ordinance No. 123 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 109 (Amending National
Electrical Code)
City Manager Callinan reviewed the above ordinance relative
to the National Electrical Code.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved by a roll call vote,
Ordinance No. 123 was adopted.
Ordinance No. 124 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 81 (Being the Subdivi-
sion Ordinance of the City of Rohnert Park, So As To Require
The Undergrounding of Utilities).
City Manager Callinan reviewed the above ordinance relative
to amending the ..Subdivision Ordinance so as to require
undergrounding of utilities. He presented a letter from
P.G. 0. concerning the additional cost for toal under -
grounding.
Mr. Ralph Fitch of P.G. & E. was present and advised the
Council that the additional cost would be approximately
$22.00 per 100 foot lot for "undergrounding" vs "stream-
line" utilities.
There was a lengthy discussion relative to the procedures
to follow concerning getting an extension from the LAFC.
It was the decision of the Council that if the annexation
agreement was received by November 7, 1969 that City
Attorney Maxwell and City Manager Callinan would appear
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance
No. 124 was waived, and said ordinance was introduced.
Food Handling
City Attorney Maxwell summarized the County suggested
Health Ordinance
ordinance requiring health permits for food handling estab-
lishments asked that no action be taken by the Council at
this time in order for him to investigate the matter
further. Ms. Maxwell was concerned over the fact that the
suggested ordinance did not allow an appeal procedure for
the enterprise or establishment.
Business Licenses
Mr. John Henman, president of the Rohnert Pare Chamber of
CommeCommerce, was present and asLrle +1 -+ 4-u- j-y..v
rce, .ar.�.a,.,s e_i V trite. tuauumu UUit�'ernIns
business licenses he was to bring before the Council be
deferred until he was able to obtain further information.
Annexation No. 6
City Manager Callinan brought the Council up to date on the
proceedings for Annexation No. 6, the lands south of Past
Cotati Avenue owned by Mr. Rohnert. He advised that he had
briefly discussed the annexation agreement with Mr. Rohnert
and expected his comments in the near future. He further
reported that an extension of time from the Local Agency
Pormation Commission would be necessary to conclude the
annexation.
There was a lengthy discussion relative to the procedures
to follow concerning getting an extension from the LAFC.
It was the decision of the Council that if the annexation
agreement was received by November 7, 1969 that City
Attorney Maxwell and City Manager Callinan would appear
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before the LAFC to apply for an extension of time.
Project No. 1968 -1
City Engineer Hudis gave a brief up to date report on
Coddingland
Project No. 1968 -1 the westerly frontage road in the
merce Overlay
Coddingland area and advised that a progress payment was
due Argonaut Constructors for work completed in the project.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Progress Payment
No. 4 to Argonaut Constructors in the amounts of $34,194-49
Resolution No.
and $89550 wxe approved for payment.
Project No. 1968 -3
City Engineer Hudis gave an up to date report on Project
Copeland Creek
No. 1968 -3 Copeland Creek Improvement Project, and advised
that the Sonoma County Flood Control District had requested
changes in the planting of grass on the project. Flood
Santa Alicia Drive
Control requested that 3 foot of Ber uda grass be planted
from bottom of creek bed; that 4 feet of the same -type
grass be planted from the top leaving approximately 5 feet
of bare ground in the middle which the Flood Control Dis-
trict feels would be covered by the spreading Bermuda
shortly. This request was made as Flood Control had no
means to mow the high grass down the bank further than 4
feet.
A discussion was held concerning the aesthetics of the
creek.
The Council approved the request of the Flood Control
District providing Engineer Hudis obtained the Chief
Engineer's signature on a letter outlining their agreement
to plant additional grass if the initial grass doon"W t
spread.
Project No. 1969 -4
City Engineer Hudis presented a bid summary of the four
Southwest & Com-
bids that were received for the overlay of Southwest
merce Overlay
Boulevard and Commerce Boulevard namely Johnson Excavating
& Paving, $22,848.58; A. Teichert & Son, Inc., $24,253.40;
Reichhold & Jurkovich, $229607.87; and Argonaut Constructors
$239447.75• Engineer Hudis recommended that the Council
award the contract for the overlay to Reichhold & Jurkovich.
Resolution No.
A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT (Commerce Boulevard and
Project 1969.4)
69 -94
Southwest Boulevard Overlay - Improvement
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -94 was
adopted, awarding the contract to Reichhold & Jurkovich.
Santa Alicia Drive
City Manager Callinan reviewed Project No. 1969 -39 a
proposed Assessment district for the construction of Arthur
Avenue and Santa Alicia Drive.
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Resolution No. A RESOLUTION APPOINTING ENGINEER AND ATTORNEYS (Arthur
69 -95 Avenue and Santa Alicia Drive Improvement Project 1969 -3)
City Manager aiunmarized the above resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Roberts and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69-95
was adopted.
Resolution No. A RESOLUTION DETERMINING TO UNDERTAK�� PRUC.EED.LNGS S'ORSu ANT
69 -96 TO SPECIAL ASSESSMENT AND ASSESSMENT BOND ACTS FOR THE
ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEWTS WITHOUT PRO-
CEEDINGS UNDER. DIVISION 4 OF THE STREETS AND.HIGHWAYS CODE
(Arthur Avenue and Santa Alicia Drive Improvement Project
1969 -3)
City Manager reviewed the above resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -96 was
adopted.
resolution No. A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ACQUIRE AND CONSTRUCT IMPROVE -
69 -97 MENTS (Arthur Avenue and Santa Alicia Drive Improvement
Project 1969 -3)
City Manager Callinan summarized the above resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -98 was
adopted.
Freeway Inter- City Manager Callinan brought the Council up to date on
change negotiations with Mrs. Brusco, et al, for right of way of
.043 acres required on the west side of the freeway for
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -97
was adopted.
Project WS-Calif-
City Manager Callinan reviewed the negotiations relative
33 Water Storage
to the purchase price for .08 acres at the location of
Tank_ & New Well
Well #4 and which is needed for the water storage tank to
be constructed.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Council approved
J. he purc 'r-la— ;e of .08 acres owned by Ben Oretsky and others
for the amount of $1,000, and authorized the staff to take
the necessary steps to acquire the property.
Resolution No.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING CONTRACT WITH ENGINEER
69 -98
FOR CITY OF ROHNERT PARF� WELL NO. 6 and TANX 110. 1.
City Attorney Maxwell summarized the agreement between the
City of Rohnert Park and Engineer Hudis as required by HUD
for the water system improvements project.
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 69 -98 was
adopted.
Freeway Inter- City Manager Callinan brought the Council up to date on
change negotiations with Mrs. Brusco, et al, for right of way of
.043 acres required on the west side of the freeway for
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized
the issuance of a purchase order to Leisure Landscaping
for landscaping the Community Center area in the amount
of $3,900.
Copeland Creek
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Drainage Facilities
the freeway interchange and ramps. A purchase price of
Fund
$600 was agreed on, and staff requested Council approval.
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
External Audit Report
Smith, and unanimously approved, Council authorized the
purchase of .043 acres from Mrs. Eleanor Brusco, et al for
the amount of $600.00.
California Highway
City Manager Callinan advised that a meeting of the Cali -
Commission
fornia Highway Commission will be held on October 20 and 21
in Sacramento at which time the budget, containing south-
bound on -off ramps funds, will be considered.
Drapes for Club
City Manager Callinan suggested that drapes be furnished
Room of Community
for the sliding glass doors into the Club Room of the
Center
Community Center to provide more privacy for groups meet-
ing in that room. He advised that Architect Lawrence
Simons estimated that $300 would be required to purchase
appropriate drapes.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized
the expenditure of not more than $300 for purchase and in-
stallation of drapes across the front portion of the Club
Room of the Community Center.
Landscaping of
City Manager Callinan advised that the landscaping job for
Community Center
the Community Center should be awarded to Leisure Landscap-
ing in the amount of $3,900.
Councilman Hopkins
Councilman Hopkins returned to the Council Chambers at this
returns to Chambers
point in the meeting, the time being approximately 9a40p.m.
Upon motion by Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Smith, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized
the issuance of a purchase order to Leisure Landscaping
for landscaping the Community Center area in the amount
of $3,900.
Copeland Creek
City Manager Callinan reviewed the Copeland Creek Drainage
Drainage Facilities
Facilities Fund Financial Report for 1968 -69 recently
Fund
furnished the Council and which will be sent to the County
Flood Control District.
External Audit Report
City Manager Callinan presented each Councilman with a
copy of the External Audit Report for 1968 -69 and indicated
that formal approval of the report would be solicited from
the Council after they had reviewed it.
ICMA Conference
The City Manager advised that he would be attending the
International City Managers' Association conference in New
York on October 11 through 16 and asked that he be allowed
to take two weeks vacation while on the East Coast, and
that Mr. Wiggins be approved as Manager Pro- Tempore during
his absence.
Meeting with College City Manager Callinan reminded the Council of the meeting
Officials with Dr. Ambrose Nichols, Presid4nt of Sbnoma State College
and his cabinet, on Friday, October 10, 1969 at 7:30 p.m.
School Bond The City Manager reminded the Council of the School 'Bond
Election election to be held October 14th and that a resolution
supporting the election has been prepared for Council
approval.
Councilman Roberts stated he could not endorse the school
bond election until questions raised at Chamber of Commerce
meeting had been answered by the school district.
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Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the City Manager was
granted two weeks vacation while on the East Coast; the
Council also approved the appointment of Mr. C.A. Wiggins
as Manager Pro- Tempore.
Waste water treatment
City Manager Callinan advised that the Federal 'dater
demonstration grant
Pollution Control Administration had approved a sewage
application
treatment demonstration grant in the amount of $299,500
or 75% of the estimated cost of the project.
Upon motion by Councilman Smith, seconded by Councf.man
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the Council authorized
acceptance of the grant and authorized the Mayor, the City
staff and Mr. John Voegtle of Yoder/Orlob to execute any
necessary documents required to accept the grant.
Officer McLennan
The City Manager advised that Officer Byron McLennan had
participated in the Law Enforcement Olympics held at Lake
Tahoe and had won a Bronze Medal in a swimming event. The
Council requested that a °letter of commendation be sent to
Officer McLennan over the mayors signature, congratulating
him on his outstanding achievement.
Employee Group
The City Manager reported that the employees' group
Insurance
insurance policy anniversary date was October 1 and Mr.
Feeney, agent of record, advised that there would be no
change in the premium. Mr. Callinan advised that proposed
changes in the insurance would be presented later. Council-
man Hopkins suggested that the City staff look into the
California Teachers' Association insurance program.
Benecia Park
City Manager Callinan explained the need for sprinklers in
Sprinklers
the west end area of Benecia Park between the ball field
and the Benecia Building parking lot. The City Manager
advised that there was a surplus of funds in the Mainten-
ance and Operations Fund of the Rohnert Park Recreation
Corporation. Estimates of the installation of the sprink-
ler system are $1,500 Ao $2,000. Following a brief dis-
cussion the matter was referred to the Recreation Commis-
sion for their comments before Council action.
Meeting with College City Manager Callinan reminded the Council of the meeting
Officials with Dr. Ambrose Nichols, Presid4nt of Sbnoma State College
and his cabinet, on Friday, October 10, 1969 at 7:30 p.m.
School Bond The City Manager reminded the Council of the School 'Bond
Election election to be held October 14th and that a resolution
supporting the election has been prepared for Council
approval.
Councilman Roberts stated he could not endorse the school
bond election until questions raised at Chamber of Commerce
meeting had been answered by the school district.
Resolution No. 69 -99
October 6, 1969
Page -11-
Mr. Dick Day was present and explained to the Council
where bond money would be used in the school district.
Mayor Rogers advised that he had a letter approved by the
Superintendent of the Petaluma High School District ad-
vising that the athletic facilities at the Junior High and
Senior High Schools would be improved if the election is
successful.
Councilman Smith stated he would go on record as approving
the bond election, but felt that the Council should not get
involved.
RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR OCTOBER 14, 1969 SCHOOL BOND
ELECTION
City Manager Callinan read the resolution.
Upon motion by Councilman Hopkins, seconded by Councilman
Roberts and unanimously approved with Councilman Smith
abstaining, Resolution No. 69 -99 was adopted.
Cultural Arts City Manager Callinan advised that Mr. Phil Rush of Jim
Commission Clarke Realty had submitted a letter stating that he was
interested in serving on the Cultural Arts Commission.
Rohnert Park - Mrs. Jo Betts of Burton Avenue was present and informed the
Cotati Riders Council that residents of Cotati and Rohnert Park were
forming a riding club with plans to build a riding arena
in Cotati, and requested the Council's endorsement of the
project. The Council suggested that Mrs. Betts return eb
a :Later date after providing City Manager with more inform-
ation and the Council would be happy to endorse the project.
National Pharmacy Councilman Roberts thanked Mayor Rogers for issuing a pro -
Week clamation for National Pharmacy week.
Adjournment There being no further business the meeting was adjourned
at approximately 10:11 p.m. until Friday, October 10, 1969
at 7 :30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 435 Southwest
Boulevard, Rohnert Park.
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