2006/09/26 City Council MinutesCITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETING MINUTES FOR:
City Council
Community Development Commission
Rohnert Park Financing Authority
September 26, 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 7:00 p.m. at the Rohnert Park City Hall, 6750 Commerce
Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Smith presiding.
ETHICS AB 1234 TRAINING / JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING
COMMISSION MEETING:
Following earlier Special Sessions of the City Council, including Ethics AB 1234 Training and a
Joint City Council/Planning Commission Meeting, Council adjourned said Joint Meeting to call to
order the Regular Session of the City Council.
REGULAR SESSION:
Call to Order: Mayor Smith called the Regular Session to order at 7:03 p.m.
Roll Call: Breeze, Flores, Mackenzie, Smith
Excused Absence: Vidak- Martinez
Staff present for all or part of the Regular Session: City Manager Donley, City Attorney Kenyon,
Assistant City Manager Schwarz, Housing and Redevelopment Project Manager Ellena, Director of
Public Works /City Engineer Jenkins, Managing Director of the Performing Arts Center McDougall,
Management Analyst Huntley, Finance Services Manager Lauchner, and Videographer Beltz.
CLOSED SESSION:
Mayor Smith adjourned Council to Closed Session at 7:03 p.m. to consider Existing Litigation
Matters.
REGULAR SESSION:
Mayor Smith reconvened the Regular Session at 7:20 p.m.
1. MAYOR'S REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION:
Mayor Smith indicated that there was no reportable action from the Closed Session.
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2. SCHEDULED, APPEARANCES /PRESENTATIONS:
Catharine Bramkamp regarding American Philharmonic Association - Sonoma County: Ms.
Bramkamp, accompanied by Gabriel Sakakeeny, Director of the American Philharmonic —
Sonoma County, DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED written comments and the American
Symphony Orchestra League's "Music Matters!" document. Ms. Bramkamp reviewed the
Cotati Philharmonic's name change to the American Philharmonic Association — Sonoma
County, and she requested Council consideration of permitting use of Spreckels Performing
Arts Center as the "home "of the American Philharmonic, where it could rehearse, store
equipment, and perform. Council discussion concluded with Council CONCURRENCE with
Mayor Smith's appointment of Councilmember Mackenzie as a liaison to work with Assistant
City Manager Schwarz and the American Philharmonic on this matter.
2. John Schoenthal regarding speed bumps at Cielo Circle & Cala Way, and more police
patrol in his neighborhood due to more graffiti, trash & vandalism from higher volume
of foot traffic: Mr. Schoenthal discussed speeding problems in his neighborhood
stemming from traffic issues at University Square. He also described his efforts to
address graffiti and vandalism problems in his area. Council CONCURRED to direct
staff to report back on said matters, and Mayor Smith asked Director of Public
Works /City Engineer Jenkins to give Mr. Schoenthal his business card.
3. SPRECKELS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER REPORTS BY MARY McDOUGALL,
. MANAGING DIRECTOR:
Trip to Tanglewood: Manager Director McDougall gave a brief oral report on her trip to
Tanglewood, and she responded to Council questions and comments.
2. Spreckels Performing Arts Center 2007 Season: Managing Director McDougall reviewed the
2007 PAC brochure DISTRUBUTED to Council.
4. 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 Green Music Center, Academic Senate consideration of a resolution
regarding outsourcing of SSU's bookstore, California Faculty Association (CFA) contract
negotiations, and an upcoming voter registration drive.
5. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES /COMMENTS:
1. Marcella Setter, 1515 Griffin Way, was recognized and urged Council to allow the Best Friends
Canine Club (BFCC) to continue to use the empty tennis court at Golis Park. She indicated that
use of the court should not be taken away due to one unhappy resident, and she stated that this
was a simple matter which should have been handled long ago by the Parks and Recreation
Commission.
2. Linda Moorhead, 230 Apple Lane, was recognized and noted that she is a disabled senior with a
large dog. She asked Council to allow the BFCC to use the empty tennis court at Golis Park so
she can continue to get her dog out for 15 -20 minutes a day.
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3. Philip Wadsworth, 30 Feeney Drive, was recognized and, as a member of the BFCC, he asked
Council to move the item up on the agenda in order to accommodate the 14 people in the
audience present for said item. He stated that there is no excessive dog barking at the empty
tennis court, and he encouraged Council to take the Parks and Recreation Commission's
recommendation and allow continued use of said amenity.
4. Chip Worthington, 4695 Snyder Lane, was recognized, and he DISTRIBUTED AND
REVIEWED two documents, one entitled, "Section 1502.16 Environmental Consequences,"
and the other an excerpt from a letter regarding the Restoration Act, from Andrea Lynn Hoch,
.Legal Affairs Secretary. Mr. Worthington shared comments and references on the timing of the
planned local casino, noting that it is bogged down in environmental issues, particularly water.
He also noted that if Petaluma builds a casino, it will have an affect Rohnert Park's casino as
well.
RECESS: Mayor Smith adjourned the City Council meeting at 8:07 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 26, 2006
Call to Order: 8:07 p.m.
Roll Call: Breeze, Flores, Mackenzie, Smith
Absent: Vidak- Martinez (Excused absence)
Also present: Executive Director Donley, General Counsel Kenyon and Recorder Leonard
Unscheduled public appearances: None.
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 — September 12, 2006
2. Approval of CDC Bills/Demands for Payment in the amount of $16,956.38
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3. CDC Resolutions for Adoption:
2006 -20 Authorizing Staff to Negotiate with Stone & Youngberg for Bond
Underwriter Services (for 2006 Community Development
Commission Tax Allocation Bond Issuance)
2006 -21 Approving an Agreement for Bond Counsel Services with Stradling
Yocca Carlson & Rauth (for 2006 Community Development
Commission Tax Allocation Bond Issuance)
2006 -22 Approving an Agreement for Disclosure Counsel Services with
Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth (for 2006 Community
Development Commission Tax Allocation Bond Issuance)
2006 -23 Approving Amendment No. 1 to the Parking Lot Improvement
Agreement By and Between the City, the Community Development
Commission and Burbank Housing Development Corporation
2006 -24 Approving Amendment No. 1 to the Affordable Housing and Loan
Agreement with Arbors Rohnert Park, L.P.
Upon MOTION by Commissioner Flores, seconded by Commissioner Mackenzie, and
APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Vice -Chair Vidak - Martinez absent, reading was waived and the
CDC Consent Calendar, as outlined in the agenda, was approved.
2. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CDC SUBCOMMITTEE:
Consideration of establishing a Community Development Commission Sub - Committee for CDC
economic development issues: Housing and Redevelopment Project Manager Ellena reviewed the
Staff Report for this item.
Commission discussion /direction /action: Council discussion concluded with Council
CONCURRENCE TO AGENDIZE consideration of said matter for the next agenda when the full
Council/CDC will be present.
3. ROHNERT PARK REDEVELOPMENT PLAN:
Consideration of adoption of the Report to the City Council on the Third Amendment to the
Rohnert Park Redevelopment Plan and Submittal of Report, Proposed Amendment and Negative
Declaration to the City Council and Consenting to and Requesting the City Council to call a Joint
Public Hearing on the Third Amendment and Negative Declaration:
Staff Report: Housing and Redevelopment Project Manager Ellena reviewed the contents
of the Staff Report, and Bond Counsel, Jim Simon, responded to Council questions and
comments. Mayor Smith called for public comments. No members of the public
responded.
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2. CDC Resolution for Adoption:
2006 -25 Approving and Adopting the Report to the City Council on the
Proposed Third Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the
Rohnert Park Redevelopment Project, Submitting the Report,
Proposed Amendment and Negative Declaration Relating Thereto to
the City Council, and Consenting to and Requesting the City Council
to Call a Joint Public Hearing on Said Amendment
A MOTION was made by Commissioner Mackenzie, seconded by Commissioner
Breeze, to adopt CDC Resolution 2006 -25. Under discussion, Commissioner Mackenzie
drew the attention of interested members of the public to this report, noting the
prioritization of Southwest Boulevard, Sonoma Mountain Village, and existing buildings.
After the motion, which was APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Vice -Chair Vidak- Martinez
absent, reading was waived and CDC Resolution 2006 -25 was ADOPTED.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Chairperson Smith adjourned the CDC
meeting at 8:25 p.m.
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
AGENDA
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Call to Order: 8:25 p.m.
Roll Call: Breeze, Flores, Mackenzie, Smith
Absent: Vidak- Martinez (Excused absence)
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 — September 12, 2006
A MOTION was made by Member Mackenzie, seconded by Member Breeze, to
approve the RPFA Consent Calendar as outlined in the agenda. Said motion was
APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Vice -Chair Vidak- Martinez absent.
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2. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Chairperson Smith adjourned the Meeting of
the RPFA at 8:25 p.m.
RECONVENE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING:
Mayor Smith reconvened the Regular City Council meeting at 8:25 p.m.
6. ROHNERT PARK REDEVELOPMENT PLAN:
Consideration of receipt of documents from the Community Development Commission and call for
Joint Public Hearing on the Third Amendment and Negative Declaration to the Redevelopment
Plan for the Rohnert Park Redevelopment Project:
Staff Report: Housing and Redevelopment Project Manager Ellena shared the contents of the
Staff Report.
2. Resolution for Adoption:
2006 -235 Consenting to and Calling a Joint Public Hearing on the Proposed Third
Amendment to the Redevelopment Plan for the Rohnert Park
Redevelopment Project
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie,
and APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Vice -Mayor Vidak- Martinez absent, reading was waived
and Resolution 2006 -235 was ADOPTED.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Smith asked if there were any questions about matters on the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Breeze signified removal of the Regular Concurrent City Meetings Minutes for
September 12, 2006 and Resolution 2006 -238.
B. Approval of Bills/Demands for Payment concurrently for:
City of Rohnert Park/City Council in the amount of $2,853,594.10
C. Resolutions for Adoption:
2006 -236 Proclaiming October 8-14,2006 as "Fire Prevention Week"
2006 -237 Proclaiming Tuesday, October 17, 2006 as "Conflict Resolution Day"
2006 -239 Awarding the Contract to Tec of California Oakland GMC for Chipper
Truck for the Public Works Department
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2006 -240 Accepting Completion and Directing the City Engineer to File Notice of
Completion for Manhole Retrofit I/I Reduction Project, Project No.
2004 -10
2006 -241 Approving Amendment No.
Kelly Consulting Engineers
Water Management Plan
4 to Task Order 2004 -10 with Winzler &
for Finalization of the City's 2005 Urban
2006 -242 Approving Amendment No. 1 to the Parking Lot Improvement
Agreement By and Between the City, the Community Development
Commission and Burbank Housing Development Corporation
2006 -243 Approving Settlement Agreement Between Sonoma County Law
Enforcement Consortium (SCLEC) and City of Healdsburg
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Councilmember Flores, and
APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez absent, reading was waived and the Consent
Calendar, with the exception of Item A, Regular Concurrent City Meetings Minutes for September
12, 2006, and Resolution No. 2006 -238, was ADOPTED AS AMENDED.
Items for Consideration:
A. Approval of City Council Portion of Concurrent Meeting Minutes for:
Special Meeting/Work Session & Regular Concurrent City Meetings - September 12,
2006
Councilmember Breeze indicated that she would like reflected in the minutes her request for
Council consensus to consider formation of a Graffiti Task Force involving Public Safety, Public
Works and the School District. A MOTION was made by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded
by Councilmember Breeze, to approve the Regular Concurrent City Meetings Minutes of
September 12, 2006, AS AMENDED. Under discussion, Mayor Smith indicated that he would like
staff to report back on a Graffiti Task Force. City Manager Donley stated that said matter had been
agendized for this evening's meeting, but due to the involvement of numerous agencies, it will be
on the next Council agenda. Said motion was APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Vice Mayor Vidak-
Martinez absent.
2006 -238 Supporting the Month of October as "Breast Cancer Awareness
Month"
Councilmember Breeze expressed her appreciation for Council's support of "Breast Cancer
Awareness Month. She noted that she lost her mother to breast cancer, and that the disease
continues to affect the lives of those around her. Mayor Smith noted that the City does care and has
made efforts to raise funds to fight breast cancer. Upon MOTION by Councilmember Breeze,
seconded by Councilmember Flores, and APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez
absent, reading was waived and Resolution 2006 -238 was ADOPTED.
At the request of Mayor Smith, Council CONCURRED to take Agenda Item 12 out of order.
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12. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MATTER: [Out of agenda order]
Amended Designation for Off -Leash Dog Area in Golis Park - Consideration of Parks and
Recreation Commission recommendations: (1) to remove existing limitations to the designation of a
multi -use court in Golis Park for off - leash dog activity; and (2) that the multi -use court be made
available for daily off -leash dog activity at time to be scheduled by the Recreation Services
Manager:
Staff Report: Assistant City Manager Schwarz reviewed and clarified the contents of the Staff
Report.
2. Public Comments:
a. John O'Neill, 4374 Gloria Court, was recognized and SUBMITTED photos of the Off
Leash Dog Area, as well as a letter signed by three couples who live by the park, he and
his wife included, requesting that the City ban the use of said area due to the excessive
noise and disruption to their homes. He stated that while BFCC members may be
responsible owners, there is a great amount of barking that goes on. He indicated that he
and others have been good neighbors to the park, and he asked the Council to help
eliminate the nuisance caused by the off -leash dog area.
b. Bonnie Black, 1065 Hawthorne, was recognized and clarified that the BFCC is not asking
for additional time, rather, just a return to the past use. She addressed public health
concerns, and she urged Council to limit the hours of accessibility, rather than banning the
BFCC.
3. Council discussion /direction /action: Councilmembers Breeze, Flores, and Mackenzie
expressed support for specific hours for use of the tennis court for off -leash dog activity.
They expressed concern about the broad definition of "inclement weather," as well as
concerns about enforcement. Mayor Smith expressed regret that certain citizens had been
vilified during consideration of this process, and he noted his concerns about sanitation. At
the recommendation of Mayor Smith, Council CONCURRED (1) to direct staff to work on
setting up specific hours for the wintertime use of the off -leash dog area in Golis Park, (2) to
direct staff to work with the Parks and Recreation Commission to develop a budget for a new
dog park in the City, and (3) to direct staff to report back in six months, approximately March
of 2007, on the status of the wintertime off -leash dog area hours for Golis Park. Parks and
Recreation Commissioner Chair Tom Hansen shared additional comments on the
Commission's position, which he noted was closely aligned with Council's.
RECESS: Mayor Smith declared a recess at 9:10 p.m.
RECONVENE: Mayor Smith reconvened the City Council meeting at 9:22 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present except Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez.
8. MARTIN AVENUE STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS (FLOOD ABATEMENT) — AWARD
OF CONTRACT:
Consideration of this award of contract for bid opening on September 26, 2006:
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1. Staff Report: Director of Public Works /City Engineer Jenkins shared the contents of the
Staff Report, and he responded to Council questions and comments. Mayor Smith called
for public comments. No members of the public responded.
2. Resolution for Adoption:
2006 -244 Awarding the Contract for the Martin Avenue Flood Abatement Project,
Phase I, Project No. 2006 -03
A MOTION was made by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Councilmember
Breeze, to approve Resolution 2006 -244. Under discussion, Councilmember Mackenzie
expressed appreciation for staff's persistence in dealing with various regulatory agencies.
After the motion, which was APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Vice -Mayor Vidak- Martinez
absent, reading was waived and Resolution 2006 -244 was ADOPTED.
9. RESIDENTIAL PARKING EXEMPTIONS:
Consideration of Proposed Amendment to Subsection 17.16.040.C.8 of the Rohnert Park Municipal
Code regarding Residential Parking Exemptions:
1. Staff Report: City Manager Donley reviewed the contents of the Staff Report.
2. Public Comments: None.
3. Waive Further Reading and Adopt 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 Flores, seconded by Councilmember Breeze,
to approve Ordinance No. 767. Under discussion, Mayor Smith stated that parking
remains an issue, and even though parking will be further limited by garage conversions,
the City has determined that garage conversions are acceptable. After the motion, which
was APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Vice -Mayor Vidak- Martinez absent, reading was waived
and Ordinance No. 767 was ADOPTED.
10. REFUSE COLLECTION RATES:
Consideration of proposed solid waste disposal and rubbish or refuse collection rate increases:
1. Staff Report: Management Analyst Huntley reviewed the contents of a Power Point
presentation, and she responded to Council questions and comments.
2. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Smith opened the Public Hearing at 9:39 p.m. There being
no members of the public interested in speaking, Mayor Smith closed the Public Hearing
at 9:39 p.m.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2006 -245 Establishing Solid Waste Disposal and Rubbish or, Refuse Collection
Rates
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A MOTION was made by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Breeze,
to approve Resolution 2006 -245. Under discussion, Councilmember Flores
recommended a brief mention of this increase in the City pages of The Community
Voice. Councilmember Mackenzie referred to the refuse negotiations five years ago and
noted that the City has not done too badly in terms of competitive rates. He expressed
concern about the diesel emissions from the refuse trucks and urged staff to move
towards lower- emission vehicles. Mayor Smith expressed a desire for the City to rebuild
the Rate Stabilization Fund. He called attention to rising landfill costs. After the motion,
which was APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Vice -Mayor Vidak- Martinez absent, reading was
waived and Resolution 2006 -245 was ADOPTED.
11. PUBLIC SAFETY MATTER;
Consideration of Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund (SLESF) Expenditure Plan for
continued funding of the Multi- Agency Gang Enforcement Team (MAGNET):
1. Staff Report: Finance Services Manager Lauchner reviewed the contents of the Staff
Report.
2. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Smith opened the Public Hearing at 9:45 p.m. There being
no members of the public interested in speaking, Mayor Smith closed the Public Hearing
at 9:45 p.m.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2006 -246 Approving the 2006 -07 Supplemental law Enforcement Services Fund
(SLESF) Expenditure Plan (for continued funding of the MAGNET
Officer Position and the Public Safety Trainee Program)
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Councilmember Breeze,
and APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Vice -Mayor Vidak- Martinez absent, reading was waived
and Resolution 2006 -246 was ADOPTED.
12. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MATTER:
Amended Designation for Off -Leash Dog Area in Golis Park - Consideration of Parks and
Recreation Commission recommendations: (1) to remove existing limitations to the designation of a
multi -use court in Golis Park for off -leash dog activity; and (2) that the multi -use court be made
available for daily off -leash dog activity at time to be scheduled by the Recreation Services
Manager: Said item was covered out of agenda order by consensus of the Council.
13. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS:
1. Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association Meeting, 9/14/06: Councilmember Mackenzie
reported on his attendance at said meeting with City Manager Donley.
2. Visit with Department of Health Services, David Yong, Ph.D, 9/14/06: Mayor Smith
reported on his visit and his meeting with Dr. David Yong. He SUBMITTED
documents relating to Dr. Yong, and he encouraged staff to invite Dr. Yong to upcoming
Mayors' & Councilmembers meeting pertaining to Avian Bird Flu.
3. Community Creek Clean Up, 9/16/06: Councilmember Mackenzie reported on the
Clean -up, and he SHARED photos.
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4. Sonoma County Regional Parks Meeting on Disc Golf, 9/19/06: Mayor Smith noted his
attendance at said meeting.
5. California Tiger Salamander Meeting, 9/20/06: Councilmember Mackenzie reported on
this meeting, notably agricultural impacts, and he INVITED all Councilmembers and
staff to attend the next CTS meeting on October 181'.
6. Water Issues Subcommittee & Creeks Master Plan Subcommittee, 9/20/06 mtgs.:
Councilmember Flores and Councilmember Mackenzie reported on said meeting, and the
commended the efforts of the Creeks Master Plan Subcommittee and staff. Council
CONCURRED to authorize Councilmember Mackenzie and Director of Public
Works /City Engineer Jenkins to make a presentation to the State's Regional Water
Quality Control Board regarding the City's permits and matters related to the General
Plan
7. Sonoma County Waste Management Agency (SCWMA), 9/20/06 mtg.: Mayor Smith
noted his attendance at said meeting.
8. Meeting with Admiral Brown, 9/20/06: Mayor Smith reported that he and City Manager
Donley met with Admiral Brown.
9. Senior Citizens Advisory Commission, 9/21/06 mtg.: Councilmember Flores reported on
said meeting, noting discussions regarding the new. Sports Center equipment, the
moratorium on condominium conversions, and the Library /City Center Plaza.
10. State of the California Government with Dan Walters, 9/22/06: Mayor Smith noted that
he and City Manager Donley attended said event.
11. .Other informational reports, if any:
a. West Side business atmosphere: Councilmember Breeze reported on her discussions
with the president of the University of Sports facility. She noted his interest in a
partnership with the City to improve the signage, lighting, and holiday d6cor for the
West Side of town. City Manager Donley commented on the limited amount of
public right -of -way property on the West Side. Councilmembers expressed an
interest in improving signage on the West Side, and they recommended some type of
gateway sign, such as "Home of the Rancho Cotate Cougars."
b. 2K6 Santa Rosa Fijian Association: Mayor Smith referred to his invitation from said
association to open the two -day celebration in honor Fijian Independence from Great
Britain, on October 13'', 2006. He SUBMITTED said invitation, addressed to "His
Worship the Mayor," to City Manager Donley, and he noted that Magnolia Park will
be the central venue for this year's celebration.
14. COMMUNICATIONS:
Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the Councilmembers.
The following communications were raised.
1. Letter from Tessa Berg re smoking in unenclosed places: Councilmember Breeze called
attention to Ms. Berg's request for Council consideration of adding public parks to the list of
unenclosed areas where smoking is banned. Council CONCURRED to have the Parks and
Recreation Commission first review a possible smoking ban in public parks.
2. Letter re- Councilmembers' accessibility: Councilmember Flores reiterated that all
Councilmember have City e -mail and personal e-mail addresses available to the public.
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3. Numbered Magnets: Councilmember Mackenzie DISTRIBUTED numbered magnets reflecting
his status as a Deputy Marriage Commissioner.
4. Letter from John Dell'Osso: Mayor Smith requested that staff report back regarding its response
to Mr. Dell'Osso.
15. MATTERS FROM/FOR COUNCIL:
1. Schedule of Events and Meetings: Document provided to Council in the agenda packet.
2. City Council Agenda Forecast: Document provided to Council in the agenda packet.
3. Other informational items, if any: Councilmember Mackenzie noted that he will be out
of the country for two weeks, commencing on September 281h
16. CITY MANAGER'S /CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS:
1. Alive at 25 (Saving Lives through Education) National Law Enforcement Curriculum:
City Manager Donley explained this item.
2. Public Safety Officer Recruitment Update: City Manager Donley provided an oral
update on recruitment efforts.
3. Other informational items, if any:
a. Letter from Marilee Montgomery: City Manager Donley indicated that he has been
responsive to Ms. Montgomery's correspondence. He stated that the City is not a
participating agency in the Environmental Impact Study (EIS). At the
recommendation of Councilmember Mackenzie, Mayor Smith DIRECTED STAFF
to set up a meeting of the Tribal Ad Hoc Committee and representatives from the
Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (FIGR).
b. Filing of LAFCO application: City Manager Donley indicated that Assistant City
Manager Schwarz filed the LAFCO application for the University District Specific
Plan last week.
17. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Mayor Smith invited members of the public interested in speaking to come forward. No members
of the public responded.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Chairperson Smith adjourned the City Council
meeting at 10:30 p.m.
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Mayor
City of Rohnert Park