2006/09/12 City Council MinutesCITY OF ROHNERT PARK SPECIAL MEETING/WORK SESSION MINUTES FOR:
Rohnert Park City Council
September 12, 2006
Tuesday
The City Council for the City of Rohnert Park met this date in a Special Meeting/Work Session to
commence at 5:00 p.m. at the Rohnert Park City Hall, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park,
with Mayor Smith presiding.
SPECIAL MEETING/ WORK SESSION:
Call to Order: Mayor Smith called the Special Meeting/Work Session to order at 5:03 p.m.
Roll Call: Breeze, Flores, Mackenzie, Vidak- Martinez, Smith
Staff present for all or part of the Special Session: City Manager Donley, Assistant City Manager
Schwarz, Building Official Bruck, Director of Public Works /City Engineer Jenkins, and
Videographer Beltz.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
No members of the public were interested in speaking.
COMMUNITY CHOICE POWER — The Solution to California's Energy and Climate
Crisis:
1. Reviews by the following representatives:
a. Ann Hancock, Climate Protection: Ms. Hancock briefly reviewed Community Choice
Aggregation, and she commended the City of Rohnert Park for embracing such a new
concept. She also noted that a Community Climate Action Plan meeting had taken place
today.
b. Jerry Lahr, Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG): Mr. Lahr discussed ABAG's
natural gas aggregation program, and he elaborated on the aspect of opting out of such a
program. He responded to Council questions and comments regarding the status of ABAG's
natural gas aggregation program, the terms of participation, the use of compressed natural
gas vehicles, and the stability of gas prices.
c. David Rubin, Pacific Gas & Electric Company: Prior to Mr. Rubin's presentation, PG &E's
Governmental Relations Representative for the North Bay and North Coast, Marie Gainer
Murphy, shared opening comments about PG &E's position on Community Choice
Aggregation (CCA) and how PG &E is helping cities and counties make that decision. Mr.
Rubin explained his background with CCA and he provided a detailed explanation of CCA
as a viable option for cities and counties. He responded to Council questions and comments
regarding PG &E's assistance if a city chooses CCA, the opt -out phases, and use of PG &E's
transmission system if a city or county generates or procures power from other sources.
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d. Paul Fenn, Non - profit consultant: Mr. Fenn clarified a clerical error in the agenda, noting
that he owns a power facility and is a nonprofit consultant and a community advocate of
CCA. He also noted his background with CCA law. Mr. Fenn responded to Council
questions and comments regarding the effectiveness of regional Joint Powers Authorities
(JPA), the use of hydro - electric turbines, the use of residential solar panels in San Francisco
and the San Francisco model, and the controversy surrounding nuclear plants.
2. Public Comments: Mayor Smith called forward members of the public interested in commenting
on this matter:
a. Dave Erickson, Climate Protection Campaign, was recognized and discussed how large -scale
wind projects are better and less expensive than nuclear plants. He also noted that the real
promise of CCA is that it allows cities or counties to act as bargaining units to negotiate with
power generators for a competitive rate.
b. John Rosenblum, Climate Protection Campaign, Consultant, was recognized and discussed
various ways to reduce cost by reducing the amount of water and energy used in a
community.
3. Council discussion /direction /action: Councilmember Breeze commended the speakers for
informative reports. She encouraged staff to pursue discussions with the County of Sonoma
and /or other local cities regarding the CCA idea. Councilmember Flores called attention to the
pressing climate and resource issues facing the world today, and he noted that CCA provides
cities an alternative way of protecting the environment and providing energy. Councilmember
Mackenzie noted the City's efforts several years ago to work with a JPA. He suggested that
staff be directed to start discussions on a County Administration level and with Sonoma County
Water Agency (SCWA) regarding the idea of CCA, and that staff raise the CCA idea up at the
upcoming Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association meeting. Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez
expressed a desire to hear staff's input on what the City could do, in light of its current
resources, that would have the biggest impact in terms of energy production and transmission.
City Manager Donley shared comments about SCWA's potential interest in CCA. Mayor Smith
stated that energy alternatives and ideas like CCA need the support of the community, and he
expressed a desire to learn more about public interest in CCA. He indicated that the City should
consider working with the City of Cotati and Sonoma State University regarding Community
Choice Power. Council CONCURRED (1) to direct staff to bring the CCA issue up at the
Mayors' & Councilmembers' meeting and report on feedback; (2) to direct staff to report back
on their input and comments regarding CCA; (3) to direct City Manager Donley to report on and
get feedback from the upcoming City Managers' meeting.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Chairperson Smith ADJOURNED the Special Meeting/Work
Session of the City Council at 6:20 p.m.
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CITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETING MINUTES FOR:
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September 12, 2006
Tuesday
The Concurrent Meetings of the City of Rohnert Park for the City Council, the Community
Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority met this date in Regular Session
for a meeting to commence at 6:30 p.m. at the Rohnert Park City Hall, 6750 Commerce Boulevard,
Rohnert Park, with Mayor Smith presiding.
SPECIAL MEETING/WORK SESSION:
Following an earlier Special Meeting /Work Session, Council had a Dinner Break from 6:20 p.m. until
approximately 6:45 p.m.
REGULAR SESSION:
Call to Order: Mayor Smith called the Regular Session to order at 6:46 p.m.
Roll Call: Breeze, Flores, Mackenzie, Vidak- Martinez, Smith
Staff present for all or part of the Regular Session: City Manager Donley, Assistant City Attorney
Whelan, Assistant City Manager Schwarz, Director of Community Development Bendorff, Housing
and Redevelopment Project Manager Ellena, Director of Public Works /City Engineer Jenkins, Public
Safety Lieutenant Frazer and Videographer Beltz.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Ella Donley and Hannah Knox, First Grade Students at Evergreen Elementary School, led the
Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Smith PRESENTED Ella and Hannah each with a card and a pen.
SCHEDULED APPEARANCES /PRESENTATIONS:
1. Mayor's Presentation of Resolution of Recognition Honoring the Rohnert Park/Cotati Friends of
the Library: Mayor Smith READ AND PRESENTED a framed resolution and a pin honoring
the Friends of the Library. One of the members shared brief comments. Councilmember Flores
passed on information to the Friends of the Library regarding donation of a storage unit for their
books.
2. Doreene Hanks regarding City Municipal Funds Management pertaining to Public Safety
Department Decisions, Demands and Defaults; and Condition of Bike Paths, Bus Stops and
Streets: Ms. Hanks DISPLAYED a piece of metal found in a local bike path, and she SHARED
a photo album of the current condition of Copeland Creek bike path. She expressed concern
about garbage and dead animals on the bike path, and she discussed problems she has had in
dealing with the Department of Public Safety regarding issuance of a ticket she received.
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Erin Armstrong regarding introduction of Cougar Ambassadors, a new public relations group at
Rancho Cotate High School (RCHS), with efforts to improve image at RCHS and desire to have
signs at entry points into Rohnert Park saying "Home of the Rancho Cotate Cougars ": Ms.
Armstrong DISTRIBUTED folders to Council and discussed the Cougar Ambassadors' desire to
display a sign in honor of the Rancho Cotate Cougars on the Spreckels Performing Arts digital
billboard or any other prominent location in town. Council discussion concluded with
CONCURRENCE to direct staff to report back with ideas on a gateway sign for the Rancho
Cotate Cougars. Councilmember Flores suggested that Ms. Armstrong have the Rancho Cotate
Art Department design the sign, and Councilmember Breeze suggested that the Rancho Cotate
students design a banner and contact the Cultural Arts Commission.
2. SSU STUDENT REPORT:
Sonoma State University Associated Students, Inc. By Whitney Diver, Legislative Representative:
Ms. Diver DISTRIBUTED copies of The Star to Council, and she reported on matters including the
outsourcing of SSU's bookstore to Barnes & Noble, efforts to increase attendance at SSU sporting
events, the new book by SSU's Project Censored, and voter registration efforts. Councilmember
Flores encouraged Councilmembers to go visit the new Darwin Hall, and Councilmember Mackenzie
stated that he will attend the Senate Meeting tomorrow at the Student Union.
3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES /COMMENTS:
Bonnie Black, 1065 Hawthorne, was recognized and stated that she would wait for Agenda Item
No. 6.
2. John Hudson, 399 Bonnie Avenue, was recognized and, referring to an article in the August 24
edition of The Press Democrat, he expressed concerns about the cost overruns for the new City
Hall. He noted that the City has already taken the residents' money in the form of higher water
and sewer fees to build a sewer line for the benefit of developers, and he urged Council and staff
to pay attention to Proposition 218 which may affect the City's water, garbage, and sewer rates.
Mayor Smith asked staff to provide Mr. Hudson with the report regarding City Hall cost
overruns.
3. John O'Neill, 4374 Gloria Court, was recognized and expressed ongoing concerns about the use
of a tennis court at Golis Park as a makeshift dog park. He cited sanitation and noise among his
concerns, and he urged the City to revisit the idea of re- opening the tennis court to dogs, as well
as posting signs about limited use. Assistant City Manager Schwarz shared brief comments.
Council CONCURRED TO AGENDIZE said matter for the next Council meeting.
4. Len Carlson, 349 Circulo San Blas, was recognized and urged Council to try to find a way to help
get water meters installed and implemented in Rancho Grande. He expressed concern that the
park owner is dividing the water bill among the 309 residents, thereby making residents pay for
the common area water.
5. Gordon Anderson, 301 Enterprise Drive, was recognized and SUBMITTED photos of
construction work taking place at Hampton Trace Apartments, and he DISTRIBUTED AND
REVIEWED the contents of multi- document packets regarding the conversion of Hampton
Trace Apartments into condominiums. He noted his ongoing concerns with the conversion, and
he indicated that the City already has a shortage of affordable housing.
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6. Michael Caalim, 295 Burton Avenue, was recognized and SUBMITTED a CD of photos, as well
as color pictures, showing the deterioration of Burton Avenue Mini -Park. He expressed a desire
to see the park restored. City Manager Donley commented on the process for naming the City's
parks. At Mr. Caalim's request, Council provided him with a brief oral update on the status of a
skateboard park.
Barb Greene, P.O. Box 7055, Cotati, was recognized and encouraged Council to allow the 20/20
Recyling facility to come back to its location behind the now vacated Albertson's due to the
accumulation of bottles and cans. She also encouraged members of the public to assist in
watering the hundreds of public trees that were recently planted by local groups in the creek area.
She indicated there are too many for the Sonoma County Water Agency to water, and she noted
that it only takes a gallon of water to help. Ms. Greene also PRESENTED a Singing Frog to
Mayor Smith and staff for the new bench on Copeland Creek.
Marcella Setter, 1515 Griffin Way, was recognized and PRESENTED a petition to Council,
signed by approximately 150 people who use the Dog Park on Roberts Road, asking that the City
take care of the over - watering which is causing large mud puddles, which present a threat to the
dogs and create messes in the owners' cars. She also expressed support for the members of a dog
group that meet and use a Golis Park tennis court for their dogs, and she urged Council to
consider the greater needs of the community when reviewing this matter. Councilmember
Mackenzie stated that at one time there were three tennis courts in Golis Park, but due to the
rising popularity of rollerblading in the mid 90's, one tennis court was converted for use by
rollerbladers.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Smith asked if there were any questions about matters on the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Flores signified removal of Resolution 2006 -229. Mayor Smith signified removal of
Resolution 2006 -231.
A. Approval of City Council Portion of Concurrent Meeting Minutes for:
Special Meeting/Work Session & Regular Concurrent City Meetings - August 22, 2006
B. Approval of Bills /Demands for Payment concurrently for:
City of Rohnert Park/City Council in the amount of $1,711,935.16
C. Accepting Cash/Investments Report for Month End, June 30, 2006 Preliminary Report
concurrently for:
City of Rohnert Park/City Council
D. Resolutions for Adoption:
2006 -223 Declaring September 23, 2006 as "Russian River Cleanup Day"
2006 -224 Replacing Resolution. No. 2004 -218 Designating Positions and Persons
Subject to Chapter 2.60 of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code Pertaining to
Conflict of Interest
2006 -225 Authorizing a Reclassification of the Position of City Clerk from the
Confidential Unit to the Management Unit
2006 -226 Approving Acceptance of Easement Deed from Moretti, et.al. (Assessor's
Parcel Number 134 - 251 -054)
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2006 -227 Rejecting Bids for Legal Classified Advertising for the City of Rohnert Park
2006 -228 Delegating Authority to Approve the Final Plans and Specifications to the
City Engineer and Authorizing the Call for Sealed Proposals or Bids for the
Martin Avenue Storm Drain Project, Phase I, Project No. 2006 -03
2006 -230 Awarding the Contract for the Rohnert Park Corporation Yard Re-
Roof Project, Project No. 2005 -16
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, and
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and the Consent Calendar, with the exception
of Resolution Nos. 2006 -229 and 2006 -231, was ADOPTED AS AMENDED.
Items for Consideration:
2006 -229 Awarding the Contract to TerraCon Pipelines, Inca for the Coleman.
Creek Storm Drain Project, Project No. 2005 -07
Councilmember Flores thanked. Director Public Works /City Engineer Jenkins for his efforts with the
storm drain, which will ultimately help alleviate the City's flooding problems. Upon MOTION by
Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, and UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVED, reading was waived and Resolution 2006 -229 was ADOPTED.
2006 -231 Approving the Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Water
Transmission System Capacity Allocation During Temporary
Impairment By and Between the Sonoma County Water Agency
and Various Other Parties
Mayor Smith referred Council to page 4 regarding the Peak Demand Allotments. He stated that he
would like to see more fair allocations among the contractors in the future, or he will no longer be
willing to support the MOU. Upon MOTION by Mayor Smith, seconded by Councilmember Flores,
and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Resolution 2006 -231 was
ADOPTED.
At the suggestion of Mayor Smith, Council CONCURRED to consider Agenda Item 11. 1, "Preventing
Condominium Conversion of Mobile Home Parks," during consideration of Agenda Item 5.1,
"Condominium Conversions Moratorium."
5. PLANNING AND ZONING /COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MATTERS:
1. Condominium Conversions Moratorium - Consideration of Adoption of Urgency Ordinance (by
a four - fifths vote of the City Council) Imposing a Moratorium Upon Condominium Conversions,
( Rohnert Park Municipal Code Section 17.07.020(HH) regulates condominium conversions in the
City):
a. Staff Report: Housing and Redevelopment Project Manager Ellena reviewed the
contents of the Staff Report and responded to Council questions and comments.
b. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Smith opened the Public Hearing at 7:57 p.m. There
being no members of the public interested in speaking on this matter, Mayor Smith
closed the Public Hearing at 7:57 p.m.
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c. Waive Further Reading and Adopt Urgency Ordinance by Reading Title:
No. 766 Urgency Ordinance Imposing a Moratorium Upon Condominium
Conversions
A MOTION was made by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, to
adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 766. Under discussion, Councilmember Breeze commended
staff's efforts in conducting an in -house vacancy survey, and she expressed support for staff's
recommendations. Per Agenda Item 11. 1, Councilmember Breeze referred Council to a letter
she had written requesting that Council direct staff to prepare a Mobile Home Park Conversion
Prevention Ordinance, citing the large loss of low -cost housing units, particularly for seniors.
Assistant City Attorney Whelan explained how the City is limited by State law when it comes to
mobile home park conversions. She noted that the issue of the required Survey of Support by
mobile home park owners will be litigated in the future, and she stated that she will follow up on
that matter with a memo to Council. Councilmember Flores stressed the importance of
maintaining apartments with affordable rates. Councilmember Mackenzie discussed how there
will be a reduction in affordable housing if the City were not to take action this evening on
condominium conversions. Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez also discussed the City's efforts to
maintain affordable housing, and she noted how the City is pre - empted from taking action on
mobile home park conversions. Mayor Smith emphasized that tonight's action is regarding the
matter of condominium conversions. After the motion, which was UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVED, reading was waived and Urgency Ordinance No. 766 was ADOPTED BY
ROLL CALL VOTE.
2. Residential Parking Exemptions - Consideration of Introduction of Proposed Amendment to
Subsection 17.16.040.C.8 of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code regarding Residential Parking
Exemptions:
a. Staff Report: Director of Community Development Bendorff reviewed the contents
of the Staff Report and responded to Council questions and comments.
b. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Smith opened the Public Hearing at 8:14 p.m. There
being no members of the public interested in speaking on this matter, Mayor Smith
closed the Public Hearing at 8:14 p.m.
c. Waive Further Reading and Introduce Ordinance by Reading Title:
No. 767 Amending Title 17, Zoning, of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code,
Subsection 17.16.040.C.8 Regarding Residential Parking Exemptions
A MOTION was made by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Councilmember Breeze, to
introduce Ordinance No. 767. Under discussion, Councilmember Breeze noted that this
provision will allow residents to convert their garages without affecting the fronts of their
homes. Councilmember Flores discussed how this ordinance ensures consistency in the
appearances of neighborhoods. Mayor Smith noted how garage conversions impact parking.
After the motion, which was UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED, reading was waived and
Ordinance No. 767 was ADOPTED BY ROLL CALL VOTE.
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3. Joint Meeting of City Council & Planning Commission - Consideration of topics for this Joint
Meeting to be held at City Hall from 3:00 -5:00 p.m., September 26, 2006: Senior Planner
Bendorff stated that Ethics Training will be from 3 -5 p.m., and the Joint Meeting will be from
5:30 -7:00 p.m. He asked Councilmembers to prioritize a list of potential topics for the Joint
Meeting.
Council discussion /direction /action: Council discussion concluded with Director of
Community Development Bendorff summarizing Council's preferences, notably the Housing
Element Update for 2009, Neighborhood Preservation, and the Corridor Concept Plans.
Councilmembers also expressed an interest in discussing the General Plan Update.
6. ' PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MATTERS:
1. Animal Bite Incidents Reporting - Municipal Code Amendment Proposal:
Parks and Recreation Commission requests assignment of staff resources to draft an amendment
to the Rohnert Park Municipal Code to increase reporting requirements for incidents when
animals bite humans or other animals:
a. Staff Report: Assistant City Manager Schwarz reviewed the contents of the Staff
Report, and he responded to Council questions and comments. .
b. Public Comments:
1. Bonnie Black, 1065 Hawthorne, was recognized and stated that the Parks and Recreation
Commission's intent in its recommendation to Council was to include bite incidents that
occur all over town and to include incidents that were not necessarily bites.
c. Council discussion /direction /action: At the suggestion of Councilmember Flores,
Council CONCURRED to direct staff to draft an amendment as outlined in the
Staff Report. Councilmember Mackenzie and Vice Mayor Vidak Martinez
emphasized that staff should not use language that is too broad in the amendment.
Councilmember Mackenzie also expressed an interest in hearing back from staff
regarding resources and enforcement of this amendment.
2. Dog Parks Restriction to Altered.Dogs - Municipal Code Amendment Proposal:
Parks and Recreation Commission requests assignment of staff resources to draft an
amendment to the Rohnert Park Municipal Code to limit dog park access to altered dogs:
a. Staff Report: Assistant City Manager Schwarz reviewed the contents of the Staff
Report.
b. Public Comments:
1. Bonnie Black, 1065 Hawthorne, was recognized and stated that, as a member of the Parks
and Recreation Open Space Committee (PROS), it was her feeling that many patrons of the
City's Dog Park would like to feel safer there. She indicated that Dog Park Rules need to
be more than mere suggestions. She reviewed the idea of a monitoring program, as well as
use of different dog tags to identify altered and unaltered dogs.
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c. Council discussion /direction /action: Councilmember Breeze expressed concerns
regarding the legal issues that may arise, as well as the burden on Public Safety in
terms of enforcement. Councilmember Flores expressed support for a six -month
ban on allowing unaltered dogs access to the dog park, while Councilmember
Mackenzie expressed support for a 12 -month ban. Councilmember Mackenzie also
recommended that staff follow up on a dog- monitoring program. Vice Mayor
Vidak- Martinez expressed support for a dog- monitoring program with clear
training on when to call Public Safety. Mayor Smith expressed support for
different tags for altered and unaltered dogs, and he summarized Council's
direction by directing the Parks and Recreation Commission to come back with
recommendations and further information on the proposal. Assistant City Manager
Schwarz noted that the Parks and Recreation Commission's next meeting will be
the third Monday in October.
7. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY MATTERS:
1. National Incident Management System (NIMS) - Consideration of adoption of the
National Incident Management System (NIMS):
a. Staff Report: Public Safety Lieutenant Frazer reviewed the contents of. the Staff
Report, and he responded to Council questions and comments.
b. Public Comments: None.
c. Resolution for Adoption:
2006 -232 Approving the Adoption of the National Incident Management
System (NIMS)
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by Councilmember
Breeze, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Resolution
2006 -232 was ADOPTED.
2. Emergency Operations Plan Revision - Consideration of adoption of changes to the
existing City of Rohnert Park Emergency Operations Plan to include the National Incident
Management System (NIMS):
a. Staff Report: Public Safety Lieutenant Frazer reviewed the contents of the Staff
Report.
b. Public Comments: None.
c. Resolution for Adoption:
2006 -233 Approving the Revision of
Emergency Operations Plan
Management System (NIMS)
the Existing City of Rohnert Park
(to integrate the National Incident
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by Councilmember
Breeze, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Resolution
2006 -233 was ADOPTED.
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3. Humboldt Fire Update - Final Report for Strike Team sent to Humboldt County by David
B. Frazer, Lieutenant - Fire Services: Public Safety Lieutenant Frazer noted that he has a
copy of the related memorandum to submit to City Manager Donley. He reviewed the
Final Report for the Strike Team, and City Manager Donley discussed why the City
participates in providing assistance in cases like the Humboldt Fire.
Councilmember Flores stepped out of the Council Chambers from 9:05 p.m. until 9:07 p.m.
8. INFRASTRUCTURE PROPOSITIONS ON NOVEMBER 2006 BALLOT:
Consideration of joining with the League of California Cities in Support of Propositions IA, 1B, 1C,
1D, lE and Proposition 84 for building and maintaining infrastructure essential to building and
preserving the economic and social well being of residents and local businesses (TS):
1. Review of Propositions: Mayor Smith provided a brief oral report on these propositions.
2. Public Comments: None.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2006 -234 Supporting Propositions 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E and Proposition 84 on the
November 2006 Ballot
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Councilmember Breeze, and
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Resolution 2006 -234 was
ADOPTED.
9. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS:
1. Defense Research & Engineering Network (DREN) Networkers Conference, 8/23/06:
Mayor Smith noted his attendance at said event.
2. Rohnert Park Public Safety Officers' Assn. (RPPSOA) Pancake Breakfast, 8/26/06: Mayor
Smith noted that he and Councilmembers Flores and Mackenzie were in attendance at said
event.
3. 12"' Annual Sonoma County Farm Bureau Institute, 8/30/06: Mayor Smith shared brief
comments on said meeting.
4. AB32 (Global Warming Solutions Act) Mayors Press Conference, 8/23/06: Mayor Smith
noted his attendance at said event.
5. Mayors' & Councilmembers' Legislative Committee, 9/1/06: Mayor Smith shared brief
comments on said meeting.
6. Sonoma County Water Agency (SCWA), 9/5/06 mtg.: Councilmember Mackenzie
reported on said meeting, which he attended with Director Public Works /City Engineer
Jenkins.
7. League of Calif. Cities Annual Conference, 9/6/06: Councilmember Flores noted that he
attended a health benefits workshop and an affordable housing workshop, of which he
DISTRIBUTED the Power Point presentation. Councilmember Mackenzie noted his
attendance at a video franchise workshop and Prop 218 discussions. Mayor Smith shared
comments on how adjustments to the number of units and increased square footage would
allow Rohnert Park to be treated more fairly in terms of ABAG's affordable housing
considerations. Councilmember Mackenzie indicated that he would raise that issue at the
next ABAG meeting.
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8. Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA), 9/11/06 mtg.: Councilmember
Mackenzie reported briefly on this meeting.
9. Health Care Summit hosted by Santa Rosa Chamber of Commerce, 9/11/06: Mayor Smith
indicated that he attended this meeting with Director of Administrative Services Lipitz.
10. Public Safety Command Staff meeting, 9/12/06: Mayor Smith and Vice Mayor Vidak
Martinez reported on discussions regarding matters including Safety fairs, CSO duties,
Neighborhood Watch, SEU /Canine Unit, and recruitment and retention-
11. 11. Late Nite Catechism Benefit for St. Elizabeth Seion Catholic Church, 9/30/06:
Informational purposes only.
12. Other informational reports, if any: None.
10. COMMUNICATIONS:
Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the Councilmembers. The
following communications were raised.
1. Letter from Virginia Garnot re Water /Sewer.bill at Valley Village: Vice Mayor Vidak-
Martinez REQUESTED a staff report regarding the large increase in the water and sewer
bills for the residents at Valley Village. City Manager Donley provided an update on said
matter.
2 Letter from Geraldine Duncann: Mayor Smith REQUESTED that staff respond to Ms.
Duncan's concerns regarding Rancho Verde Mobile Home Park owners' attempts to
convert the park to condominiums.
3. Letter from Shiori Higashikawa,Goodwill Ambassador in Hashimoto, Japan: Mayor Smith
called attention to said letter and City Manager Donley's response
11. MATTERS FROM/FOR COUNCIL:
1. Preventing the Condominium Conversion of Mobile Home Parks: Previously covered in
the meeting during Agenda Item No. 5.1.
2. Increasing Penalties for Graffiti and Increasing Enforcement of Graffiti Laws:
Councilmember Breeze referred to a letter she prepared regarding this matter, and she
SHARED recent photos of graffiti all around town. *Councilmember Breeze requested
Council consensus to consider formation of a Graffiti Task Force involving Public Safety,
Public Works, and the School District.* Councilmember Flores suggested that high school
students get community service hours for painting over the graffiti in a program to be
monitored by the Department of Public Works. Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez suggested
that Public Safety report back to Council with suggestions. Mayor Smith recommended
that staff work with the Cotati/Rohnert Park Unified School District on this matter.
*CORRECTION ABOVE made at 9/26/06 City Council meeting by Councilmember Breeze. (Deletion lined out/Addtion
underlined.)
3. Schedule of Events and Meetings: Document provided to Council in the agenda packet.
4. City Council Agenda Forecast: Document provided to Council in the agenda packet.
5. Other informational items, if any:
a. Community Voice reporter Jud Snyder recovering from heart surgery:
Councilmember Mackenzie suggested that staff send a card, and Mayor Smith
stated that the City has already sent a mug and wishes for a speedy recovery.
b. Request to change the date of the December 12, 2006 City Council meeting:
Councilmember Mackenzie stated that he will be out of the country until the 14th,
and Council CONCURRED. to change the December 12th meeting to Monday,
December 18`h.
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12. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
1. Ethics AB 1234 Training for Conflict of Interest FPPC Form 700 filers at City Hall, 3:00-
5:00 p.m., 9/26/06: Assistant City Attorney Whelan gave an oral review of the Ethics
Training.
2. Playground Renovation Update: City Manager Donley provided a brief oral update.
3. California Emergency Services Association's (CESA) Award to Lt. Dave Frazer: City
Manager Donley called attention to Lieutenant Frazer's accomplishment. At the
suggestion of Mayor Smith, Council CONCURRED to direct staff to announce Lieutenant .
Frazer's receipt of the CESA Award in The Community Voice.
4. Reuse of old Sports Center weight equipment: City Manager Donley reviewed the
contents of the Staff Report.
5. Legislative Update: Assistant City Manager Schwarz reviewed the contents of the Staff
Report.
6. Update on vacant commercial properties: Assistant City Manager Schwarz provided a
brief oral update.
7. Other informational items, if any: None.
13. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Mayor Smith invited members of the public interested in speaking to come forward. No members of
the public responded. .
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Smith adjourned the City Council meeting at 9:53 p.m. to consecutively and
separately CONVENE the meetings of the Community Development Commission
and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
MINUTES
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Call to Order: 9:53 p.m.
Roll Call: Breeze, Flores, Mackenzie, Vidak- Martinez, Smith
Also present: Executive Director Donley, General Counsel Kenyon and Recorder Leonard
Unscheduled public appearances: None.
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1. CONSENT CALENDAR
Chairperson Smith asked the Commissioners if there were any questions about matters on the CDC
Consent Calendar. No matters were raised.
1. Approval of CDC Portion of Concurrent City Meeting Minutes for:
Regular Meeting — August 22, 2006
2. Approval of CDC Bills /Demands for Payment in the amount of $149,609.78
3. Accepting CDC Cash/Investments Report Month Ending,
June 30, 2006 Preliminary Report
Upon MOTION by Commissioner Mackenzie, seconded by Commissioner Flores, and
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and the CDC Consent Calendar, as
outlined in the agenda, was approved.
2. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Chairperson Smith adjourned the CDC meeting
at 9:53 p.m.
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
AGENDA
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Call to Order: 9:53 p.m.
Roll Call: Breeze, Flores, Mackenzie, Vidak- Martinez, Smith
Also present: Executive Director Donley, General Counsel Kenyon and Recorder Leonard
Unscheduled public appearances: None.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Chairperson Smith asked the Members if there were any questions about matters on the RPFA
Consent Calendar. No matters were raised.
1. Approval of RPFA Portion of Concurrent City Meeting Minutes for:
Regular Meeting — August 22, 2006
2. Accepting RPFA Cash/Investments Report Month Ending,
June 30, 2006 Preliminary Report
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A MOTION was made by Vice Chair Vidak- Martinez, seconded by Member Mackenzie,
to approve the RPFA Consent Calendar as outlined in the agenda. Said motion was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
2. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Chairperson Smith adjourned the Meeting of
the RPFA at 9:53 p.m.
'-)Katy Leonard
Cert med Shorthand Reporter
C.S.R. 11599
Tim Smith
Mayor
City of Rohnert Park