1978/06/26 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
June 269 1978
The Council of the city of Rohnert Park met this date in
regular session commencing at.7,e00 p.m. in the City Offices,
6750 Commerce Boulevard,.Rohnert Park, with Mayor Hopkins
presiding. The regular session was preceded by an executive
session which commenced at 7.00 p.m. and at which all Council-
men and City Manager Callinan were present and which was held
to discuss personnel rand litigation matters.
Call to Order Mayor Hopkins called the meeting of the regular session to
order at approximately 7.21 p.m. and led the pledge of
allegiance .
Roll Call Present- (5) Councilmen Beary, Carbone, Roberts, Stewart
and Hopkins
Absent (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager
Callinan, City Attorney Flitner, Planning Director Skanchy,
Director.of Public Works /City Engineer Brust, Public Safety
Director Dennett, and Public Safety Officer Kenneth Sjoen.
Approval of Minutes
Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously ,approved, the minutes of June 12 and
20, 1978 were approved as submitted.
Approval of Bills
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts,.seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, the bills per the attached
list in the amount of.$486,907.13 were approved as submitted.
Addition of Non-
Councilman Roberts requested that time be allotted under the
Agendaed Items
Matters from Councilmen section of the agenda for discussion
of conversion to condominiums.
City Manager Callinan requested that time be allotted under
the.City Manager'srReport section of the agenda for a street
overlay and the Snyder Lane - Sunrise Park road improvements.
Mr. Robert Weinman
Mr. Robert Weinman, 5763 Dexter Circle, was recognized and
re. Rezoning
asked information on rezoning requirements and general plan
amendments.
City Attorney Flitner informed that the city follows the
laws of the State of California in these matters.
Mr. Weinman requested that the general plan be updated since
the present plan was printed in 1972.
City Manager Callinan informed that the general plan was being
continuously updated and that only three general plan amend-
ments were allowed each year.
Mr. Weinman then expressed his concern that the EIR for the
Convention Center, which was submitted in 1972, should be
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updated because of the rapid growth experienced in Rohnert
Park since that time.
Mr. Weinman also requested the release of the names of the
persons who took part in the city survey of Neighborhood "Y'
concerning the former school site of 11 acres on Santa
Dorotea Circle.
Discussion followed during which the City Council expressed
agreement with City Manager Callinan that this was confidential
information not intended for public release.
Mr. Weinman then questioned the draining of the golf course
lakes, wanting to know when this would be completed, how
much it was costing, and where the money was coming from.
Discussion followed during which City Manager Callinan
answered Mr. Wei.nman's questions.
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C O N S E N T C A L E N D A R°
City Manager Callinan referred the Council to his memo dated
June 22, 1978 to the City Council for explanation of all the
matters on the Consent Calendar.
Resolution No. 78--80 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING INSTALLATION
OF STOP SIGNS
Resolution No. 78 -81 RESOLUTION APPROVING SALE OF PARCEL TO THE COTATI- ROHNERT
PARK SCHOOL DISTRICT AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE
DEED FOR SAME (A.P. No 143 - 431 -12 on Southwest Boulevard)
Resolution No. 78 -82 RESOLUTION APPROVING, AGREEMENT WITH COTATI- ROHNERT PARK
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT RE. MAINTENANCE OF SCHOOL GROUNDS
Resolution.No. 78 -83 RESOLUTION. AMENDING RESOLUTION N0. 67 -199 WATER OPERATION
RULES AND REGULATIONS R.E. PETER RATES
ReSO.I_tition Nn, 78.84 R'gnT_JTTTnN n*F TFT_P. rTTY r..nTTNTr..TT, nP TFTR r..TTY nF R(lF4NRRT PARK
APPROVING THE APPLICATION,FOR ~ LAND +AND WATER CONSERVATION
FUNDS - ROHNERT PART: AQUATIC PARK PROJECT
Resolution No. 78 -85 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
APPROVING THE APPLICATION] FOR LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION
FUNDS SUNRISE PARK PROJECT
Resolution No. 78 -86 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR Lf�'�D AND WATER CONSERVATION
FUNDS - LADYBUG PARK POOL PROJECT
Resolution No. 78 -87 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION
FUNDS - HINEBAUGH BIKE AND FITNESS PATH PROJECT
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June 26, 1978
Ordinance No.- 351 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING THE
ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 15, BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
(To Permit 3/8" Thick Exterior Siding)
Ordinance No. 352 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING TITLE 17
OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (Zoning Map Change,
A.P. No. 143 -- 410 -w12, 14 and 17)
File No. 0548 Qantas Development Corporation, Colegio Vista Subdivision
No. 5A, final map approval (50 single family, 9 multiple,
and 1 commercial lot) and authorizing Mayor to execute
appropriate subdivision agreement
File No. 0541 Summit Builders, Rancho Sonoma Unit No. 4 Subdivision, final
map approval (70 single family lots) and authorizing Mayor to
execute appropriate subdivision agreement
Growth Management Authorizing transfer of 33 residential units allocated to
Plan Crocker Homes, Inc., Mountain Shadows Subdivision, for 1978,
to Pacific Coast Development, Country Club Villa Subdivision
Upon motion'of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved; reading of Resolution Nos.
78-80 through 78 ®87 was waived and said resolutions were
adopted, reading of ordinance Nos. 351 and 352 was waived and
said ordinances were adopted, and the listed final maps and
growth management program's units transfer were approved.
Public Safety Public Safety Director Dennett and Public Safety Officer
Presentation Kenneth Sjoen gave a slide presentation on "Carnival Scam",
a program depicting the possible tampering with games of
chance on the carnival midway.
Dr. Sare re. Dr. Sare was recognized and informed that the Rohnert Park
Founder's Day Founder's Day Association has just incorporated for
continuity in organizing Founder's Day activities. He then
described some of the events that'are being scheduled for
the upcoming Founder's Day in September. Since there are
no previous records left from the former organizers, he was
not sure of the amount of funds to request but felt that a
request for approximately $1,000 would be adequate.
City Manager Callinan informed that for the 1977 ®78 fiscal
year $550 was budgeted for Founder's Day but was not sure
exactly how much was donated.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the City Council authorized
an allocation of $1,000 to the association for Founder's Day,
the amount of which will be finalized during budget sessions.
Former Parks and Rec. Mayor Hopkins presented a plaque of appreciation to former
Commissioner Hofmann Parks and Recreation Commissioner, Elizabeth Hofmann.
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Sonoma County Study Mr. Richard Lehtinen, Sonoma "County Planning Department, was
Task Force introduced by Planning Director Skanchy and reported on the
Countywide Industrial and Commercial Study Task Force. He
informed that the task force studies possible shortcomings
or conflicts in the general plans of cities in the county and
makes suggestions. He requested the city to support and
participate in the continuation of the study into its
second stage.
Discussion followed in which Council asked the method of
cost allocation between -the county and cities and suggested
that interns might be available from Sonoma State College
to assist in this study.
SCOPE re. Deduction City Manager Callinan reviewed his June 22, 1978 memo to
from Scott Coletti City Council concerning the payroll deduction made from
Scott Coletti for reimbursed sick leave.
SCOPE representative Cheryl McKinney was recognized and
informed that she was representing former city employee
Scott Coletti concerning deduction made for reimbursed sick
leave originally paid for by the city. She claimed that
since.he had fulfilled his obligation to the city by
reporting this accident and was not reimbursed for his loss
of sick Leave but for inconvenience, pain, and suffering,
that city did not have the right to deduct this sick leave
pay from his paycheck.
Discussion followed between Ms. McKinney and Councilmen
with City;Manager Callinan and City Attorney Flitner
participating. City Attorney Flitner explained that since
this situation was not.clearly defined in city policy, SCOPE
would have to file a claim in court to appeal the decisions
Commission City Manager Callinan referred to.his memo dated June 22,
Appointments 1978 to the City Council concerning the list of applicants
for Commission Appointments.
Mayor Hopkins explained that Council would re-- appoint
incumbents seeking re- appointment to the various commissions,
so there would be one 1-year appointment to the Parks and
Recreation Commission; one 2-year appointment to the Planning
Commission and one 4 --ear appointment along with one 1 -year
unexpired term remaining on the Cultural Arts Commission.
He also explained that -the method of voting would be by
ballot, the applicant receiving at least 3 votes being appoint-
ed to the vacancy.
Parks and Recreation Mayor Hopkins declared the public, hearing open on appointments
Commission to the Parks and.Recreation Commission.
City Manager Callil,�1 stated applications for appointment to
the Parks. and Recreation Commission had been received from
Wayne D. Adams; Carole Bell; Tommy A. Cooper; Edward G. Hart;
Alan Kostelnik; Frances Anne Murphey; and Dennis A. Sturdevant.
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June 269 1978
Alan Kostelnik, 5-774 Dexter Circle, was recognized and
stated that he would like to see more supervised recreation
for younger children and would be willi
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June 26, 1978
Upon motion of Councilman. Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, the following individuals
were appointed to the Planning Commission for two year terms,
starting July 1, 1978: Eugene Grenache, and Arthur F.
Hollingsworth.
Cultural Arts Mayor Hopkins initiated discussion on appointments to the
Commission Cultural Arts Commission.
City Manager Callinan advised that recommendations were
received from the Cultural Arts Corporation Board of
Directors for Trene Greer and -Jennifer Lowell.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, the following individuals
were appointed to the Cultural Arts Commission for four year
terms, starting July 1, 1978: Irene Greer and Marion
McMullan.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and unanimously approved, Jennifer Lowell was
appointed to complete Mrs. Lovetta LaVoie's unexpired term
of one year, starting July 1, 1978,
Recess Mayor Hopkins declared a recess at this point in the
meeting, the time being approximately 8:53 p.m.
Reconvene Mayor Hopkins reconvened the.meeting at approximately 9.05 p.m.
with all Councilmen present.
File No. 0593 - City Manager Callinan referred to the planning staff reports
William Miller's,. that were provided to,each Councilman. Planning Director
,Application to Skanchy explained the staff report and the Planning Coffnission's
Rezone recommendation and explained the rendering that was on display
at the meeting.
Mayor Hopkins opened L,
p the public hearing concerning the
application of William Miller to rezone from "All (Agriculural)
to "R4-2000-P.D"
(Multiple Family, Planned Unit Development)
District, 6 acres north of Santa Alicia Drive, south of and
Dccr
Meadow Subdivision to allow development of a 60 unit apartment
complex.
There being no one desiring to be heard, Mayor Hopkins
closed the public hearing.
Ordinance No, 353 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING TITLE 17
OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (Zoning Map Change,
A.P. No. 143-060-67, File No. 0593, 6 acres on Santa Alicia
Drive to Multiple Family Residential, Planned Unit Develop-
ment)
Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance
No. 353 was waived and said ordinance introduced.
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File No. 060951
City Manager Callinan.referred to the planning staff reports
Maurice Abend's appl.
that were provided to each Councilman. Planning Director
for Rezoning and
Skanchy explained the layout on display at the meeting and
Amendment to General
staff's recommendation for rezoning and general plan amend -
Plan
ment and the Planning Commission changes to staff's suggested
conditions, and that it was recommended to change the zoning
from "MA,m -PD`' (Limited Industrial Planned Unit Development)
to "CR -PD" (Regional Commercial, Planned Unit Development).
Mayor Hopkins opened the public hearing concerning the
application of Maurice Abend to rezone from o`ML -PD" to "CR-PD"
the.8.23 acres ,on the west side of Commerce Boulevard, north
of Hinebaugh Creek and to appropriately amend the general
plan.
City Manager Callinan then read two letters on the proposed
change., one from R.C.W. Development Corporation and the other
from Plaza Realty.
There being no one desiring to be heard, Mayor Hopkins closed
the public hearing. Discussion followed.
Ordinance No. 354
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROI]NERT 'ARK AMEI\IDING TITLE 17
OF THE ROOT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (Zoning Map Change,
A.P. No. 143- 020 -49, File No. 0609, 8.23 acres on west side
of Commerce Boulevard, north of Hinebaugh Creek, to Commercial
Regional, Planned Unit Development)
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance
No.. 354 was waived and said ordinance was introduced.
The Council instructed staff to advise Plaza Realty (Wanda
McCulloh) that it could apply for a similar rezoning for its
adjacent property referred to in the letter submitted.
File No. 0610,
Planning Director Skanchy gave staff report of June 8, 1978
Convention Center
regarding application for rezoning and general plan amendment
Enterprises appl.
for 10 acres located north of Golf.Course Drive, approximately
to Rezone and Amend
600 feet north of Northwestern Pacific Railroad tracks and
General Plan
bordered by 1'4ountain Shadows Golf Course, plan of which was
on display at the meeting.
1,'Ta.yor Hopkins opened the public hearing concerning the
application of Convention Center. Enterprises to rezone from
11131 ®6500 -PD" (Si le :Family Residential, Planned Unit Develop-
ment) to "C-- Rec. -PD'' (Commercial Recreational, Planned Unit
Development) the approximately 10 acres north of Golf Course
Drive and to appropriately amend the general plan.
City Manager Callinan reads letter from John E. Crawford
regarding proposed convention center.
Mr. Charles_Kitchen, 5764 Dexter Circle, was recognized and
asked who would pay for the upgrading of U.S. 101 freeway
to accomodate the additional traffic.
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City Manager Callinan informed that while the State is
responsible for improvement of the ramps on U.S. 101 freeway,
the city is responsible for the roads leading up to the
freeway approach. Discussion followed.
City Manager Callinan made note of the.fact the Mr. Robert
Weinman, who appeared earlier in the meeting, had questioned
the adequacy of the environmental.clearance for this project,
as the Planning Commission did not require a full EIR.
Mr, John Lund, 176 Adele Avenue, stated that he thinks the
convention center is a valuable addition to Rohnert Park
and fits in with the surrounding area..
Mr. Les Symonds, 513 M ytle Avenue, was recognized and
requested to speak: after this issue was decided.
There being no one further desiring to be heard, Mayor
Hopkins closed the public hearing.
Ordinance No. 355 AN ORDINANCE OF TEE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING TITLE 17
OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (Zoning Map Change,
A.P. No. 160 - x010 -09, File No. 0610, 10.47 acres north of
Golf Course Drive to Commercial Recreational, Planned Unit
Development),
Upon motion of Councilman Carbone, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, the reading of Ordinance
No. 355 was waived and said ordinance introduced.
Mr. Les Symonds was recognized and informed that he represented
the Ad Hoc Committee for the Theatre Arts Building and expressed
the possibility of combining this building with the proposed
Convention Center. He feels that this would be beneficial
to both industry and community and stated that he will bring
-,,this up before the committee. Discussion followed.
MTC's proposed Resol. City Manager Callnan referred to his memo dated June 229
No. 557 re. 1978-79 1978 to the C:ty Council regarding the proposed Metropolitan
Allocation of Funds Transportation Commission resolution regarding the 1978 -79
allocation of Transportation Development Act Funds.
Communications Communications per the attached outline were brought to the
attention of the City Council.
Councilman Carbone initiated discussion regarding the letter
from Mr. Mrs. Hayashi regarding their front yard fence.
Upon motion of Council= Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, staff was instructed to
leave.this fence alone,.
Councilman Carbone referred to letter numbers 12, 15 and 34
to the attention of the Council regarding commendation for
Public Safety Officers Sjoen, Gallagher and McNair.
City Manager's,
Report
Flashing Yellow
Lights on Expressway
Street Overlay
Project
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City Manager Callinan reviewed his June 229 1978 memo con-
cerning.those items as listed under the "City Manager's
Report?T section of the meeting,!s agenda.
City Manager Callinan reviewed staff recommendation to remove
the flashing yellow lights on.the Expressway east and west
of-the Country Club Drive intersection as an economy measure.
Upon motion of Councilman Beary, seconded by Councilman
Roberts, and approved by the following voice vote, staff
was authorized to remove said lights.
AYES: (4) Councilmen Beary, Roberts, Stewart and Hopkins
NOES: (1) Councilman Carbone
City Manager Callinan informed * that the street overlay project
nearing comp letion and cos
was n approximately *929000. He
t approximat
advised that more streets were overlaid than originally
proposed and that the city's overlay program is now ahead
of schedule.
Snyder Lahe-Sunrise City,Manager Callinan informed that the city was responsible
Park for approximately $30,0 ' 00 for street improvements on Snyder
Lane on the east side of Sunrise Park.
Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, authorization was given
to the City Manager to make payment up to $30,000 for the
Snyder Lane street improvements on the east side of Sunrise
Park.
City of Cotati City Attorney Flitner informed that the State Court of
Qantas EIR Appeals has upheld the City of Cotatils appeal of a Superior
Court ruling concerning the adequacy of the EIR prepared
by Qantas Development Corporation.
P.E.R.S. Lawsuit. City Attorney Flitner advised that 272 cities were involved
in a class action lawsuit by P.E.R.S. regarding public safety
classifications and suggested that the city engage counsel
to look out for.ci:ty's interest in the matter for a fixed
dollar amount, indicating that $500 should be adequate.
Upon motion .of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, City Attorney Flitner
was authorized to negotiate and engage outside counsel, at
a cost up to $500, to represent the city's interest in the
P.E.R.,S. lawsuit matter.
Stop Sign Councilman Beary requested a stop sign be installed on
Santa Dorotea. Circle and Dawn Drive. Discussion followed
in which City Manager. Callinan suggested having a survey
done of the residents near the proposed stop sign. The
Council agreed.
Side-walk on Councilman Roberts expressed his concern over the lack of a
Expressway sidewalk on the south side of the Rohnert Park Expressway
from Country Club Drive to the railroad tracks.
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Upon motion of Councilman Roberts, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, authorization was given
to the city to finance.constructi.on of a sidewalk in said
area to be reimbursed later by developers.
Condominium Councilman Roberts expressed his concern that the city have
Conversion a comprehensive policy regarding direction for the conversion
of apartments to condominiums and submitted a discussion
draft of a proposed Council policy (a copy of which is
attached to the original set of these minutes). Mayor Hopkins
directed staff to schedule this matter on the next agenda.
Library Financing Councilman Stewart informed that she had attended a meeting
of the Friends of the Library and suggested the Council
write a letter to the Sonoma. County Board of Supervisors
showing support of the Rohnert Park library and also have
the Mayor attend the Board,of Supervisors meeting to repre-
sent Rohnert Park library.and press for legislation for the
financing of the library. Councilman Stewart then introduced
Mr. Peter McCormick.
Mr. McCormick informed of the financial trouble of the library
system in Sonoma County and made suggestions to present to the
Board of Supervisors.
Councilman Stewart made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Beary, and unanimously approved, to authorize the Mayor to
represent the Council at the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors
to support adequate funding for the library. Discussion
followed
Councilman Beary made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Carbone, and unanimously approved, to request an additional
1� sales tax be enacted to support library services.
Councilman Carbone Councilman Carbone left the Council Chambers at this point
Leaves in the meeting, the time being approximately 10.28 p.m.
Unscheduled Public Mr. John Lund, 175 Adele Avenue, was recognized and stated
Appearances that he supported Norma Bork for congress. Councilman
Roberts interrupted Mr. Lund to advise that Council meetinL7s
should not be used for voicing partisan politics. Mr. Lund
asked why CATV didn't submit a schedule for their proposed
rate increase. City Manager Callinan informed that CATV did
submit a smitten proposal. Mr. Lund stated that the city
should have a broad condominium conversion policy and also
suggested that the city increase its business license fees.
Adjournment There being no fuxruher business, Mayor Hopkins adjourned the
meeting at approximately 10 :35 p.m. to July 5, 1978 at 12 :00
noon.
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