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PETALUMA, CALIFORNIA
FEBRUARY 22, 197.7
REGULAR MEETING The regular meeting o;f.the Petaluma City Council was
called to order- by Mayor Helen Putnam at the hour of
7:3`7 p.m.
ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Br =unner,.Cavanagh, Harberson,
Hilligoss, Perry,. and Mayor Putnam.
Absent: Councilman Mattei.
INVOCATION The Reverend Michael Cleary, St. James Catholic Church,
gave.the invocation.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Before asking the audience. to join with her in pledging
allegiance to the flag, Mayor Putnam commented on the
significance of the date February 22 as being the
birthday of the first President of our Country, George' Washington. She then
recited the Preamble to the Constitution of the United States and led the
pledge of allegiance to the flag..
APPROVAL OF MINUTES The minutes of February 7, 1977, were approved as
corrected.
CONSENT CALENDAR A motion was made by Councilman Harberson, seconded by
Councilman Hilligoss, to adopt the resolutions on the
Consent Calendar, approve and 'file the request from the
Employment Development Department regarding Youth
Employment Program for 1977. Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVE Item ��l tionsuforonl�ife7saVingSequipmeving plans and specfica-
Agenda approving
fire rescue truck, and F6
SPECIFICATIONS— for bids March 1'5, 1977, was adopted.
LIFESAVING'
EQUIPMENT- -FIRE
RESCUE TRUCK
RES; #7 NCS
Agenda Item #2 A letter dated February 10, 1977, from John J. Mack,
APPROVE YOUTH Youth Employment Director, Employment Development
EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM Department, requesting funds from the City of Petaluma
1977 in the amount of $521..04 was ordered The re-
q.uest_was approved by the City Council.
Agenda Item #3
APPROVE LOT LINE
ADJUSTMENT--
DOOLITTLE
RES 47673 NCS
APPROVE ANNEXATION
BY: REORGANIZATION;
TERRIBILINI
REORGANIZATION.
RES 476774 NCS
Resolution 47673 N.C.S. approving lot line adjustment �n
for A.P. #7- 163 -15 (Doolittle) was adopted.
A letter dated February 7, 1977, directed to the City ES-6 7
Council by David A. Dorfman, Executive Officer of the
Sonoma 'County Local Agency Formation Commission, was
read by the City Clerk and ordered filed. LAFCO Reso-
lution #509, adopted February 3, 1977, approving the
proposed reorganization of the territory designated as
Terribi:lin'Reorganization, submitted and filed.
David Dorfman, Executive Officer of LAFCO, was present to explain the proce-
dures district.reorganization which became effective January 1, 1977. With
reference to the subject'reorganization, Mr. Dorfman indicated there had been a
100% consent of the affected landowners which would permit the City Council to
order'reorganization without notice or hearing of th'e territory designated as
Terribilini Reorganization.
Mr. Dorfman then reviewed the procedures outlined in a memorandum dated De-
cember 22, 1976, the amendments to the District Reorganization Act which became
effective January 1, 1977. In order for the City Council to proceed on -a
reorganization without notice and hearing or an election, consent must be given
by "the Local Agency Formation Commission.
February 22, 1977
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APPROVE ANNEXATION
The petition for.reorgan-zaton was made by Will iams
BY REORGANIZATION;
and Aguirre for the parcel of land containing 24.4
TERRIBILINI
acres, more or less, situated on Ely Road north of the
REORGANIZATION
intersection of Ely Road and East Washington Street.
RES #7 NCS
The territory is surrounded on three sides by the City
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of Petaluma. Mr.. Dorfman explained the .reorganization
would serve two purposes; first annex the property
to the City of Petaluma, and second to detach it from
the'Penngrove Fire.Protection District. The Local Agency Formation Commission
had placed two conditions on the reorgan-Lzation, i.e., submittal :of a revised
map and legal description,, which Mr. Dorfman indicated had already been done,
and the applicant is
to enter into a binding agreement to deed to the City of
Petaluma a well site
and water rights pursuant to Section 56470 (.h) and (j) of
the Government Code.
After a brief discussion by the Council, Resolution #7674 N.C.S. of the City
Council of the City of Petaluma, ,State of California, ordering reorganization
without notice or hearing of territory designated as: Ter-r b l ni Reorgani-
zation, was int =roduced Councilman Perry, seconded by Vice -Mayor Brunner, and
adopted by 6 affirmative and 1 absentee votes.
CLAIMS & BILLS. Resolution #7675 N.C.S..approving claims and b
RES #7675 -_NCS #1445 to #1556, inclusive, General City and„ #250 to
#26'9, inclusive., Water approved for payment by the
City Manager, was introduced by Councilman
seconded by Councilman Cavanagh, and adopted by 6
affirmative and 1 absentee votes.
STATUS OF WATER EMERGENCY
PROGRAM FROM City Manager Robert Meyer, advised the C ty'had received
GOVERNOR'S DROUGHT a mailgram f;rom.the Gover.nor.which was sent to all
OPERATION CENTER water agencies and water departments in the State. The
mailgram requested comments by the agencies no later
than 10:00 p.m.., February 17. A. copy 6f the mailgram
is on file with.the City Clerk.
Assistant City Manager David,iBreninger indicated he had to give the answers to
mailgram verbally and, therefore, a copy was not available for the City Coun
cil; however, he indicated one.would be prepared for the Council's review. The
Drought Center., when requested if they needed a follow -up in writing =, indicated
the material as given to them over -the telephone would be fed immediately into
a computer for compilation with-figures from other agencies -and - confi- rmation
was no :t necessary: Councilman Cavanagh requested a copy of the answer to the
mailgram be distributed to members of the Council.
AMENDMENT NO. 3 -- City Manager Robert Meyer advised Amendment No. 3,
�O D SONOMA COUNTY WATER which would permit drilling of'five.wells by the Sonoma
` I AGENCY AGREEMENT County Water Agency,..has not.been signed by the City of
Cotati. Mr. 'Meyer indicated he had attended the Board
of Supervisors Meeting, and the Supervisors .are en-
deavoring to work on another metho,d to arrive at an agreement which would
exclude the Cities of Cotati, Rohnert Park, and Sonoma. These 'communities
are not in as' dire need for water as other communities in the County. Mr.
Meyer advised the £hairman.of the Board of Supervisors has met with members of
the City' of Cotati' s•Council. and they hope to have another vote on the issue.
The.Cities of. Rohnert Park and Sonoma have delayed signing the contract; Rohnert
Park principally because they did not have a Council meeting scheduled, and
Sonoma held up signing the contract until after- Cotati agreed to it.
The County Counsel feels he can write an agreement to include the Cities of
Santa Rosa.,,Pet'aluma, and the North Marin County Water District, which would
include ,other agencies if they wish to sign it,, and exclude those who did not
want to sign the contract.
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Councilman Har.berson questioned the section in thel proposed Amendment No. 3
which would provide five percent of the yield to the Sonoma County Water Agency
February 22, 1977
AMENDMENT NO. -3 -- and the purpose for which 'this water would be used..
90NOMA•COUNTY WATER City Manager Robert'Meyer indicated the Committee had,
AGENCY AGREEMENT endeavored to have the - purposes for the water written
(Continued) into the amendment ;rhoweve r-, the Board of Supervisors
would pass a resolution o.f.intent to show this fi
percent yield would be used to supply water to those
individuals in unincorporated areas whose ,wells may go dry. The second use
would be to supply the "dairy industry and for agricultural purposes. Council-
man Harberson also questioned the fact tha't.the Sonoma County Water Agency
would be held harmless in the event of any lawsuits which.may be forthcoming.
Mr. Meyer indicated he hasn't been able to get an answer on this issue either,
and suggested the Council contact the Board of Supervisors. It was his under-
standing the City of Santa Rosa spent approximately 2z hours on that very
clause in the amendment. Mr. Meyer did learn:,, however, 1fthere were any court
cases,. the cost would be distributed between the eight principals in the water
contract.
PROPOSED ROHNERT PARK City Manager Robert Meyer reported the Rohnert Park
WELLS NOS. 15'& 16' Planning Commission would'be reviewing the Environ-
mental Impact Questionnaire regarding the two wells to
be drilled in Rohnert Park. The City of Petaluma has
prepared a letter to the Rohnert Park Planning Commission urging support of the
City of Petaluma and North Marin County Water District's position on the
matter.
AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF City Manager- Robert Meyer advised.the staff has been
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WATER TANK TRUCK trying to locate a tank truck to haul water, either
from the treatment plant,.or from City wells to replen-
ish the water- in the swimming pool. Public Works
Superintendent Roy Kelly has located a water tank truck in Sonoma which the
City could purchase. The owner of the truck requires cash for the purchase.
Mr. Kelly inspected the equipment and advised the tank.is now mounted on a
truck which is not in running condition; however, the owner would transfer the
tank to a 1959 Diamond "T" Truck, which is fully equipped with air brakes. The
tank is about a 3,000 gallon capacity and has a.high pressure pump. The total
cost for the tank and the truck is $5,700. The seller requires a $3,000 de-
posit, with the balance $2,700 being paid.on delivery. The transfer and
painting of the equipment will take approximately three weeks.
Councilman Cavanagh questioned whether it'would comply with all safety regu-
lations. Mr. Kelly indicated it would. Councilman Cavanagh further questioned
if the equipment could be used.after the emergency for other purposes. City
Manager Robert Meyer stated the City would need this type of a truck to flush
the sewer lines and it can be used after the emergency has been declared over.
Some discussion was held regarding from what fund the cost of the truck should
be taken. Finance Director John Scharer indicated a.special fund has been set
up to accumulate all the costs of the water emergency. When it has been de-
clared over, the equipment purchased would be charged to the Department where
it would normally be used. '
It was also determined since this was an emergency purchase, it would not be_
necessary for the City to go out to bid.
A motion was made by Councilman Harberson,, seconded by Councilman Perry, ap-
proving the purchase of the water tank 'and truck in the amount of $5,700.
Motion carried unanimously.
GUIDELINES FOR USE City Manager Robert r
"t Meyer repoted•a letter had been
OF SEWER EFFLUENT received from the Water Quali -ty Control Board stating V6 I�
the guidelines for use of the;'sewer effluent. A copy
of the, letter is on file with the City Clerk. Basi-
cally-, the letter requires very stringent controls by th-e City on the use of
the reclaimed water. It is to be principally used ;for public purposes, such -as
parks and playgrounds, median strips and areas around City buildings. On -site
storage would no be permitted. The .water must be conveyed by truck or pipe -
line. The City is required to submit a' map to the Mater Quality Control Board
-indicating the areas where -the effluent. will be used. With reference to the
.:use of the water for golf courses, schools or construction sites, the Water
Quality Control Board suggests.very careful monitoring by the City to make sure
the Regional Board's requirements are -met. This program would be similar to
one now in force at the Marin Municipal Water District.
February 22, 1977
\� APPROVE USE OF CITY City Manager Robert Meyer asked the Council's authori-
�\O PERSONNEL TO MAKE zation•to permit City personnel to repair broken water
EMERGENCY REPAIRS ON lines between the, meter and the house in event the
PRIVATE •PROPERTY householder was unable to secure the ser- vices of a
private plumber to make emergency repairs. Councilman
Cavanagh.suggested some form of written permission from the property owner
should be obtained by the City before City personnel make•auch repairs.. Mr.
Meyer indicated a procedure would be set up if' the Council gave permission.
A motion, was made by Councilman Perry, seconded by Mayor Putnam, to, permit.
emergency repairs of broken water lines to be made by City personnel betweeh
the meter and the house at the request of the property owner: Motion carried
unanimously.
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DISCUSSION- -SWIM POOL City Mana er Robert Me :er� asked the Council to clarif y
AND SWIM CLUB' MEETS whether or not the swim pool would be kept open during
the summer months for the berief it of the residents of
the community.. He also advised the ,Petaluma Swim Club
has scheduled several swim meets, six one =day dual meets prior to June 15,
1'977, and two after that date. In addition, the Swim Club has scheduled two
two-day meets , ; the first for April 30 - May 1, and the second, August 27 -28.
The latter two meets would be held on weekends. The Council felt they could
appro.ve the dual meets and the one to be held April 30 - May 1; 'However, the
matter of the meet to be held in August was a matter of concern. Vice -Mayor
Brunner indicated he could not support any swim meets' which would deprive
public use of the pool for an entire weekend, or closure of the pool for a full
day on a weekend, when it should be utilized by the peopl'e'of'.the community.
Mr. George Thut,, President of the Petaluma ,Swim Club, indicated the dual meets
would-'be held at times the 'Swim Club normally uses the pool and would not
interfere with public swimming activities. A copy of the scheduled dual meets
is on file with the .City Cle'rk;.
Councilman•Hilligoss suggested that Mr. Thut investigate whether or not the
August meet could be scheduled for morning and evening activities, thus leaving
the swimming•, pool available for public swimming in the afternoons. Mr. Thut
indicated the Swim Club would endeavor `to work with the City'andI AA to break
up the meet. to have competition in-the mornings and evenings which would still
permit the pool 'to remain open in the afternoons. He advised this meet in
August is one of the most important for the Swim Club as it is 'the they
depend upon as their prime money- making event of the year. He also advised the
Swim Club has been exploring the possibility of trucking waster for their acti-
vities, as well as renting chemical toilet facilities.
When Vice-Mayor Brunner learned the dual meets would be held dur-:ing,hours when
the Swim Club normally, uses the pool,, and the meet scheduled for July 9 would
not interfere with public swimming, he withdrew his opposition to `the schedule,
but still requested to have the August 27 and 28 meet taken un'de;r advisement to
determine whether the meet could be held in the morning and evening hours, and
keep the pool free for the afternoon public swim.
City Manager Robert Meyer advised the City Council had previously agreed to
permit the Swim Club ' -to have one two -day meet during the summer months. The
meets attract a grea number of people to the community; however,. during this
time of water shortage, and the anticipated extreme measures that need to be
taken during the summer months, the circumstances are not normal ;as in previous
years,. Mr. Meyer stated the reason the matter was before the Council tonight
was,in order to advise the Swim Club whether or not they would be able to
schedule their meets after June 15. He further- stated he could envision no
problems with the meets scheduled before June. 15. Mr Meyer stated he assumed
from the conversation the C'ouncil's intention is to keep the pool open during
the summer months if at all possible. He also felt the suggestion to have the
mee.t.,early in the morning and over by noon.n order to provide public swimming
in the afternoon and have the meet.continue in the evening could be worked out.
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At the conclusion of the discussion, Mayor Putnam suggested the swim meet of
August 27 and 28 be taken under advisement, and it was the consensus.of the
Council the other meets scheduled by the Swim Club would pose no problem.
February 22, 1977
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USE OF CITY WELLS' City Manager Robert Meyer stated he has not had direc
FOR CITY PARKS tion from the Council whether or not they want to 'rt
AND FACILITIES utilize the water which ; is available in some wells in '
City parks -, namely Walnut Park Wickersham and McNear.
Private parties are going-to be able to use their own wells, and the question
is can the City use the water to keep some of the parks green and try to save
some of the landscaping. Mr. Meyer stated he understands; the well at Walnut
Park needs a new pump,. Mayor. Putnam suggested s'inc'e the water could not be put
into the City's water system for human consumption, it should be used to try to
keep some of the areas available for public use. Councilman Perry suggested if
the wells are used for this purpose, the public should be made aware well water
is being used.
Councilman Hilligoss expressed some concern about using the well water which
may disturb the water table and cause private wells to go dry. Another use for
this well water would be to maintain the level in the swimming pool. Council-
man Harberson said he would prefer to use waste water to keep certain areas
green rather than the well water, and save the well water to top off the swim-
ming pool when it became necessary. He 'also suggested the water might be used
to help solve some of the problems of the dairy industry.
Mayor Putnam indicated there are many people in the community who have their
own wells and others who are drilling wells at the present time. She expressed
some concern that any water that would be introduced into the City's water
system should be monitored. for "quality. City Manager Robert Meyer stated no
water goes into the system that isn''t tested and certified as potable.
Mr. Harold Wojciechowski spoke regarding lowering, the water table and stated if
the wells were used on the `parks the water would revert back to the water
table, except for a small amount lost through evaporation.
Councilman 'Harberson then questioned what steps the City was taking in the
water emergency. Earlier at' had been indicated the showers at the Swim Center
had been curtailed, and he asked about whether the City would continue to wash
the buses. City Manager Robert Meyer advised the City would follow the ordi-
nance. No City vehicles would b;e,washed during the emergency. Councilman
Harberson also asked whether the City was using water saving devices in public
buildings. Mr. Meyer answered in the affirmative.
Councilman Harberson also indicated he had been contacted by several people who
would like to have Ordinance #1233 N.C.S. amended to delete the section which
stipulates vegetable gardens+ as nonessential uses. Some 'people object to using
wastewater in vegetable gardens and would prefer to use their allotment of
fresh water to maintain vegetable gardens. City Manager Robert Meyer indicated
if the Council so desired, this .could be amended anytime between now and June
15.
COUNCIL REPORTS
STATE PARK BOND ACT Councilman. Hilligoss. advised she and Recreation Direc-
tor Jim Raymond had a- ttended a second meeting regarding
the State Park Bond Act funds and endeavor is still
bein.g.made to find formula's to divide the money in the County.. Seven alternate
plans had been suggested and most of the cities favored Formula 2, which would
gve of the money to the smaller areas and would allocate $84,963 to
Petaluma. Santa Rosa preferred Alternate No. 4, but would choose Alternate No.
6,as a second choice. Under Alternate No. 4, Petaluma would be allocated
$127,173, and under No. 6 $124,673. The Committee would like to have a vote at
the next meeting. Councilman Hilli,goss indicated she would provide the Council
with the information in ordee for her to receive directions to vote at the
meeting to be held March 9.
ZONE 2A PRIORITIES Councilman Cavanagh,reported the Zone 2A Advisory
Committee met last week to review the Budget. It was
more or, less an orientation meeting for new members on
the Committee, but the priorities still remain as" (1)
"I" Street, and (2) the Wilson Street Improvements.
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ZONE 2A PRIORITIES! Councilman Cavanagh stated unless the Council directed
(Continued) otherwise, these priorities would remain the same. The
tax rate would probably be $.16 or $.18 per'_$100 of
assessed.valuation.
PROPOSED NEIGHBORHOOD Councilman Hilligo
PARK -- CHERRY VALLEY has been formed to
AREA Sousa property for
Valley area. At a
Valley School, the
as a park site and
other sites.
ss reported a citizens' committee
investigate an alternate sate to the
a neighborhood park in the Cherry
public meeting held, at the Cherry
residents opposed the Sousa property
asked to form a Committee to explore
RECESS Mayor Putnam.called a recess at 9 :20 p..m.. and the
Council reconvened' at 9:.30 p.m.
P REQUEST FOR COMMERCIAL The following letters had been received requesting
& I`NI)O TRIAL VARIANCES water hook -ups for construction of commercial or in-
TO ORD #1233 NCS dustrial property for which application had been made
RES #7676' for building pe- r•mits or building permits had been
issued: Wendy''s Restaurant for a hamburger store at
the corner of East Washington.and Wilson Streets;
Petaluma Riverfront Properties for the proposed Steamer Gold-Restaurant to be
located at'l Weller Street in the Farrell House, which was to be moved from the
corner property at East Washington and Wilson.S'treets; one.from J,ames.Doo'li'ttle
for Doolittle Paint Mart to be located on Lakeville Street; one from Raymond
and Joe Nizib an for a proposed dental office building at 1124 ''B" ,Street; one
for Huffaker Engineering at Scott Street and Holm Road, Petaluma; and., one from
G. M. Stonitsch, President of the Barstone Corporation f:or;Sambo's 'Restaurant
to be located on Petaluma Blvd. North at Shasta Avenue. A request had also
been received from William Timmer Realty for a proposed office to be located at
420 Petaluma Blvd. North and one from Dr:. Lawrence Jonas for a dental office to
be.constructed on Weller Street.
A'report entitled Building Permit Status•for.all the above - mentioned projects
was submitted and reviewed as each application was discussed. In addition, the
Director of Water Utility Operations prepared a report giving , the estimated
entitlement of water for each establishment March 1 and June 14„ and the
allotment of 50% of the first entitlement beginning June 15,'1977. Both
reports and the letters are on file with the City Clerk.
After r- eviewing the reports and having the gallonage explained by Tom Wilson,
Director of Water Utility Operations, and how he arrived at the, figures,, Council -
man Hilli•goss suggested those who had:alrready submitted their plans, had their
site d'esigns•approved and had either applied for or received building permits,
be granted variances.. These included`Wendy' Restaurant, the Farrell House
the 'Doolittle Paint Mart, Niziban'Medical Building, Samb.o's,, and Huf:faker
Engineering..
Resolution ii767.6 N.C.S. granting variances for new water connections for com-
mercial and, industrial construction was introduced. by Councilman Hilligoss,
, seconded by Councilman Cavanagh,, and adopted by 6 affirmative and , - 1 absentee
votes.
RE QUEST .FOR VARIANCE Dr. Jonas advised the Council he has been trying to
ORD 11233 NCS - pure °hase a piece of property next to the Jack Cavanagh,
DR. LARRY JONAS Sr. Mooring and Landing Facility. The proposal, is to
J ` build two separate buildings,; one. to house 'his dental
office, and the other, to be occupied by Mr...Armand
Baschern -, for a small fish grotto. Dr. -Jonas stated his dental of -f ice would
be somewhat smaller than one proposed by Dr. Niziban. The 'reason f'or the
separation of the buildings is because the storm drain „goes. through the pro -
perty. 'Dr.. Jonas questioned whether it was going to be possible for any, ad-
ditional commercial buildings to be built during the time of the-water shortage
emergency.
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February 22, 1977
REQUEST FOR VARIANCE Since Dr. Jonas had, not submitted any preliminary
TO ORD #1233 NCS plans, did no:t'yet; own the property, and had no final
DR.-LARRY JONAS commitment, the Council felt it could not properly
(Continued) evaluate the situation at this time. City Manager
Robert Meyer- stated giving-Dr.. Jonas permission to
transfer his dentah office.from one side of town to the
other would probably be legitimate.. The matter of .a new restaurant, however,
would have to be.investigated It was suggested Mr. Bascherini submit a letter
asking for a variance to the ordinance to be discussed by the Council at a
fu ture time.
Community Development and Services Coordinator Frank Gray advised from the
staff's viewpoint, it is very difficult to evaluate hypothetical proposals.
The staff needs to see at least some drawings at the preliminary site design
stage in order to determine the size of the structure, the uses and possible
water consumption. Mr. Gray stated he could understand Dr. Jonas' and Mr.
Bascherini's problem that they did not want to expend funds to have drawings
made unless they were relatively sure they could.build; however, it becomes
very difficult for the staff to evaluate proposals without some drawings or
.plans.
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GRANT VARIANCE FOR Mr. Richard Burke, representing, William Timmer Realty, Floo
WATER 'CONNECTION -- spoke -to the Council. He advised the project had been
W.ILLIAM'TIMMER REALTY delayed 'because it took quite some time to get the lot
RES #7677 NCS split.app.roved. The City Manager also advised the
matter had been before the Council previously regarding
the sign for the development. The site design had been
approved October 19, 1976;, construction plans have not been submitted, nor has
a building permit been issued or applied for at this time.
Community Development and.Services Coordinator Frank Gray advised application
for the building permit had not,'been made because of the required changes in
the design of the building relating to the sign. The developer has a substan-
tial commitment in the project. The City Manager advised if the applicant had
proceeded in a timely manner, as suggested by the Council when the matter of
the sign was discussed, this may provide sufficient reason to allow the vari-
ahce. Mr -. Burke indicated the plans are being prepared by Avila Enterprises,
and should be ready by the end of the week.
At the.conclusion of the discussion, Ordinance #7677 N.C.S. granting variance
for new water connection for commercial use, William Timmer Realty, was intro-
duced by Vice -Mayor Brunner, seconded by Councilman Hlligoss, and adopted by 4
affirmative, 2 negative„ and 1 absentee votes. Councilman Harberson and Mayor
Putnam voted ''no ". Mr,. Burke was advised after the adoption of the ordinance
that he could apply for his building permit and water connection.
SUMMER FIRE SEASON -- A memorandum- dated.February 1$,, 1977, directed to the ��
EMERGENCY MEASURES City Manager by Fire Chief Joseph, Ellwood, had been
distributed to members of the City Council, was not
read by the City Clerk, and ordered filed.
Prior to Chief Ellwood giving his report on the r.ecommendations. regarding the
summer fire season emergency °measures, Councilman Cavanagh reminded the Council
Item S4, relating to "banning of the sale and use of fireworks had previously
been tabled by the City Council. He asked the Fire Chief to limit his dis-
cussion on the memorandum to Items #1,, #2, and #3.
Chief. Ellwood advised the California Division of Forestry has predicted
1 fire season will he,extremely dangerous due to the lack of moisture. The
Chief recommended proceeding with weed abatement measures under the City's
program, by May 15, rather than the normal date of June 1,, 1977. Engine com-
panies will check, their respective districts issuing courtesy notices for
potential hazardous conditions and later reinspect - on a follow -up program.
In addition, residents will be informed by notices in 'the water bill mailing of
fire preventative measures they may take to alleviate some of the dangers.
At the conclusion of Chief Ellwood's present'a'tion, a motion was made by Council-
man Brunner, seconded by Councilman Cavanagh,.app'roving commencement of the
Weed Abatement Program May 15, 1977, rather than June 1; 1977, was introduced
by Councilman Brunner, seconded by Councilman Cavanagh, and adopted unanimously.
February 22, '1977
9", DISCUSSION RE Item #4 in the memorandum from the Fire Chief regarding
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FIREWORKS -- MOTION; summer fire season emergency measures pertained to the
TO REMOVE FROM sale and use of safe and sane fireworks. Discussion on
TABLE DEFEATED this subject had been held November 1, 1976, and the
matter had been tabled. A motion to remove from table
V was introdu'c'e'd by Mayor Putnam, .seconded by Councilman Perry. The motion was
defeated by the following vote: Ayes = Councilmen Harberson, Perry and Mayor
Putnam,. Noes - Vice -Mayor Brunner, Councilmen Cavanagh and Hilligoss. Ab-
sent - Councilman Mattei.
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FOR awaited Engineer .
DafodYoun
LU HE I P y g" g stated this was the long-
IMPROVEMEN p, j r the development of Lucchesi Park.
\� BIDS MARCH 29„ 1977 The first stage wou,l,d include four tennis courts, four
_ RES' #76.78 NCS handball courts, res;trooms and associated parking. The
estimate for'the work is $175,000. 'The tennis courts
would be lighted and would.have the -same appearance and
construction techniques as used at McNear Park,. Location of the park is half-
way between Maria Drive and McDowell Blvd. The entrance to the tennis ;courts
would be by way of Tlovak Dr ve'as per the master plan for Lucchesi Par:k.. Plans
provide for aft irrigation system, but the landscaping has been deleted during
the water shortage emergency.. Bidders have been informed that water for con-
struction,, compaction, and dust control would have to'be trucked from 'the
oxidation ponds, and would be the responsibility of the builder. Councilman
Hilligoss questioned how far away from homes the tennis courts and,handball.
facilities would be located, and the City Engineer,advised.73 feet from.the
. back lot lines,. This area would be landscaped and. the light would be shielded
to protect the houses,. The - grading for the project would be confined to the
Phase I area..
At the conclusion of Mr. Young's description of the proposed project,, Resolu-
tion 47678 N.G.S., approving plans and specifications for Lucchesi Park Im
provements-, Phase I,, and calling for bids March 29, 1977,. was introduced by
Councilman.H'illigoss, seconded by Councilman Harberson, and adopted.`'by 6
affirmative and 1 absentee votes.
GIFT FROM PETALUMA A letter dated February 17, 1977, addressed to, the
VALLEY R'OTARY.CLUB -- Mayor and City Council by Arthur Agnew, Jr., President
LUC'CHES`I PARK PICNIC of the y Petaluma Valle. Rotary Club, and Lawrence J.
AREA Wallin. ' Director Petaluma Valley Rotary • Club.,, was read
C RES 47679 NCS by the City Clerk and ordered filed. Mr. Wallin spoke
to the City Council and s'aid.the Petaluma Valley Rotary
Club has budgeted approximately $1,'000 t'o build a
barbecue pit, tables, and perhaps'. an, , overhang : in Lucchesi Park. Mr.- 'Wallin
stated they would check with the engineers as to where the.facili.ty would be
placed.. The-donation of funds is to buy the materials and members of the
Rotary Club would do the construction work. Mr,. Wallin indicated lie would .
check with the proper people regarding the placement of a- facility, and the
design before the Club proceeded 'with the project. On behalf of, the Council
and the :City ', Mayor Putnam thanked the ,Petaluma Rotary Club for their gift, and
Resolution 47679 N. C.'S. of appreciation to the - Petaluma Valley Rotary Club, was
introd'uced.by Councilman Hilligoss, seconded by Councilman Perry, and adopted
by 6 affirmative and 1 absentee votes.
312 HOUSING Finance Director John Scharer reported the Council had
REHABILITATION LOANS taken two actions in January 1 -977, One was to estab-
lish a rehabilitation neighborhood and the second was
to ask the Department of Housing and Urban,Development
if this neighborhood would be- eligible for `312 Housing Loans. 'HUD has advised
the City the area is eligible for - - loans. Mr. Scharer then. "reviewed, .a memo -
randum`which he ha'd prepared February 14, 1977, and.directe:d to City Manager
Robert H. Meyer. The memorandum. outlined the program of. the Housing and Urban
Development'D'epartment, as well as established guidelines. Mt. Scharer asked
for permission to °establish meetings in the neighborhood to inform the resi-
dents in the area, of the availability of the 20 -year, three ,percent interest
loans which would have a maximum,of $17,4.00. Mr. Scharer also, advised the
consulting firm Community Developers, Inc. would help :the; City to administer
the first few loans.as part of their original contract. Councilman Cavanagh
inquired whether or, not the City would be dealing wkth.only one lending nstitu -_.
tion in the Community. Mr. Scharer indicated no local lending institution
would be involved as funds would be dispersed by the Federal Government, and if
a resident receives a check,'it' would be endorsed and 'placed in escrow..
February 22, 1977
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312 HOUSING At the conclusion of the discussion, Councilman Hilli-
REHABILITATION LOANS goss made a motion to ask City staff to determine if
(Continued) there was interest in the designated neighborhood to
secure 312 housing-loans. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Perry, and ado.p;ted by 4 affirmative votes
and 1 absentee votes, Councilman Cavanagh and Perry
abstained from voting because they own property in the
designated area.
STATUS REPORT -- SEWER Finance Director John Scharer presented the copy of the
REVENUE PROGRAM report entitled "Revenue Program for the Wastewater ` /�
System, City of Petaluma," prepared by J. B. Gilbert V
and Associates, dated February„ 1977. A copy of the
report is on file with the City :Clerk. Mr. Scharer'reviewed the report goals
on Pages 6 and 7 of the document. Mr. Scharer asked the Council to keep these
in mind as they review the report and suggested a study session be set up in
order to have an opportunity to completely review the requirements outlined in
the report. He further stated the final ,payment of the grant for the Waste-
water Facilities Project depends upon the City establishing a revenue program
for sewer service for commercial, industrial, and residential uses. City
Manager Robert Meyer indicated he would endeavor to set up a study session in
the near future to' review the report.
AMEND CHAPTER 15 The ordinance deleting special charges for volume water
PETALLMA.MUNICIPAL users had been written as an emergency ordinance,
CODE (VOLUME WASTE ( E- requiring six- sevenths vote of the members of the
F/0
WATER USERS Petaluma City Council..
ORD #1234 NCS
(EMERGENCY ORDINANCE Ordinance #1234 N.C.S. amending Section 15.16.040 of
DEFEATED) Chapter 15 of the Petaluma Municipal Code -- (Volume
Water Users) was introduced by Councilman Perry,
seconded by Councilman Harberson and failed to pass as
an emergency ordinance by the following vote: Ayes - Councilmen Brunner,
Harberson, Hilligoss, Perry and ;Mayor Putnam. Noes - Councilman Cavanagh.
Absent - Councilman Mattei'.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the
Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11:00 p.m. to an
Executive Session.
Mayor
Attest:
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CAl ty Clerk