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2006/12/18 City Council Minutes (3)CITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES FOR: City Council Community Development Commission Rohnert Park Financing Authority December 18, 2006 Monday 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 Special Session for a meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. at the Rohnert Park City Hall, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Smith presiding. Call to Order: Mayor Smith called the meeting to order at 5:07 p.m. Roll Call: Breeze, Flores, Mackenzie, Vidak- Martinez (5:10 p.m.), Smith Staff present for all or part of the Special Session: City Manager. Donley, City Attorney Kenyon, Assistant City Manager Schwarz, Director of Community Development Bendorff, Building Official Bruck, Director of Public Safety Bullard, Housing and Redevelopment Manager Ellena, Director of Public Works /City Engineer Jenkins, City Clerk Hauff,, Deputy City Clerk Griffin, Director of Administrative Services Lipitz, Senior Engineering Technician Pedroncelli, and Videographer Beltz. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Destiny Montero, Student, Evergreen Elementary School, led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Smith PRESENTED Destiny with a card and a pen. 1. . SCHEDULED APPEARANCE /PRESENTATION: Patrick Lynch, Renewable Energy /Solar Power: Mr. Lynch, of Bay Solar Power Design, DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED materials regarding solar power, and he responded to Council questions and comments regarding solar sell -back, federal legislation, and photovoltaic life spans. 2. SSU STUDENT REPORT: Sonoma State University Associated Students, Inc. by Whitney Diver, Legislative Representative: Mayor Smith stated that Ms. Diver is on Winter Break and will return with a report for the second Council meeting in January, 2007. 3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES /COMMENTS: No members of the public came forward to speak. City of.Rohnert Park CONCURRENT SPECIAL MEETINGS Minutes (2 of 9) December 18 2006 for City Council/Community Development Commission/Rohnert Park Financing Authority 4. CONSENT CALENDAR: Mayor Smith asked if there were any questions about matters on the Consent Calendar. No matters were raised for removal. Councilmember Flores did wish SCAYD, Resolution 2006- 281, and COTS, Resolution 2006 -282, success with their grant applications. A. Approval of City Council Portion of Concurrent Meeting Minutes for: Regular Meeting — November 28, 2006 B. Approval of City Bills/Demands for Payment in the amount of $1,318,236.99 C. Accepting Cash/Investments Reports for: Month Ending September 30, 2006 D. Resolutions for Adoption: 2006 -279 Declaring Results of Consolidated General Election and Municipal Election Held in the City of Rohnert Park on November 7, 2006 . 2006 -280 Call for Sealed Bids for Street and Park Light Maintenance Contract 2006 -281 Supporting the Sonoma County Adult and Youth Development Community Development Block Grant Application 2006 -282 Supporting the Committee on the Shelterless Community Development Block Grant Application 2006 -283 Rejecting the Claim of David Gilliam re: Alleged Damage to Tires from Curb Covered by water Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and the Consent Calendar was ADOPTED AS SUBMITTED. 5. CITY HALL DESIGN PRESENTATION: Consideration of design for future City Hall: Mayor Smith indicated that the architects were stuck in traffic. Council CONCURRED to take Agenda Item 8.1 out of agenda order. Council discussion /direction: To be discussed later in meeting. 8. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS: [Out of agenda order] Santa Rosa Plain' Conservation Strategy Implementation Committee (California Tiger Salamander) meeting 11/15/06: Councilmember Mackenzie introduced Mike Martini, Santa Rosa City Councilmember, who discussed reasons for pursuing a Memorandum of Understanding leading to a Section 7 Consultation regarding conservation strategies. He SUBMITTED to City Manager Donley a letter to himself from the United States Department 'of the Interior regarding implementation plans. Council discussion/direction: Council CONCURRED to support the use of Section 7 as a legal and appropriate approach to implement the strategy. City of Rohnert Park.CONCURRENT SPECIAL MEETINGS Minutes (3 of 9) December 18 2006 for City CounciUCommunity Development Commission/Rohnert Park Financing Authority 5. CITY HALL DESIGN PRESENTATION: Consideration of design for future City Hall: Kirk McKim, from the McKim Design Group, presented a PowerPoint presentation entitled "City Hall Design." Council discussion /direction: Mr. McKim responded to Council questions and comments regarding natural light in the chambers, tinted windows, water features, Gold LEED rating, extensive use of Green Building standards, and the City logo on the clock tower face. RECESS: Mayor Smith recessed the City Council special meeting at 5:53 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 SPECIAL MEETINGS MINUTES Monday, December 18, 2006 Call to Order: 5 :53 p.m. Roll Call: Breeze, Flores, Mackenzie, Vidak- Martinez Smith Also present: Executive Director Donley, Executive Assistant Director Schwarz, General Counsel Kenyon, Director of Community Development Bendorff, 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. A. Approval of CDC Portion of Concurrent City Meeting Minutes for: Regular Meeting — November.28, 2006 . B. Approval of CDC Bills/Demands for Payment in the amount of $76,594.34 C. Accepting CDC Cash/Investments Reports for: Month Ending September 30, 2006 D. CDC Resolution for Adoption: 2006 -32 Approving and Authorizing Execution of Amendment No. 7 to Agreement for Implementation of the CDCRP Housing Program with the Sonoma County Community Development Commission Upon MOTION by Commissioner Flores, seconded by Commissioner Breeze, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and the CDC Consent Calendar, as outlined in the agenda, was ADOPTED. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT SPECIAL MEETINGS Minutes (4 of 9) December 18 2006 for City CounciUCommunity Development Commission/Rohnert Park Financing Authority 2. CORRIDOR STUDIES PROJECT: Consideration of an agreement for design services with RBF Consulting for the Commerce Boulevard/Southwest Boulevard/State Farm Drive Corridors: 1. Staff Report: Director of Community Development Bendorff shared a PowerPoint presentation. Members of the Economic Development Subcommittee, Commissioner Flores and Vice Chair Vidak- Martinez, gave a brief report regarding the Corridor Concept. Plans. 2. Public Comments: None. 3. CDC Resolution for Adoption: 2006 -33 Approving and Authorizing. Execution of Agreement with RBF Consulting to Provide Design Services for the Corridor Studies for the Commerce Boulevard /Southwest Boulevard /State Farm Drive Corridors A MOTION was made by Commissioner Flores, seconded by Vice Chair Vidak- Martinez, to approve CDC Resolution 2006 -33. Under discussion, Commissioner Breeze discussed what the community could look forward to in terms of fliers, self - guided corridor tours, and public workshops. She stated that the City must aggressively pursue businesses that will attract the public into Rohnert Park. Commissioner Flores noted that this plan is intended to be implemented incrementally. Vice Chair Vidak - Martinez discussed the collaborative planning process known as a charrette process, and she stated that the developers need to be as involved as the public. Chairperson Smith thanked staff for its efforts, and he encouraged the public to participate in the corridor studies /public workshops as they are planned. After the motion, which was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and CDC Resolution 2006 -33 was ADOPTED. 3. ADJOURNEMENT OF THE CDC MEETING: There being no further business, Chairperson Smith adjourned the meeting of the CDC at 6:08 p.m. ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY SPECIAL MEETINGS MINUTES Monday, December 18, 2006 Call to Order: 6:08 p.m. Roll Call: Breeze, Flores, Mackenzie, Vidak- Martinez, Smith Also present: Executive Director Donley, Executive Assistant Director Schwarz, General Counsel Whelan, and Recorder Leonard Unscheduled public appearances: None. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT SPECIAL MEETINGS Minutes (5 of 9) December 18, 2006 for City CounciUCommunity Development CommissionlRohnert Park Financing Authority 1. CONSENT CALENDAR: Chairperson Smith asked the Members if there were any questions about matters on the RPFA Consent Calendar. No matters were raised. A. Approval of RPFA Portion of Concurrent City Meeting Minutes for: Regular Meeting — November 28, 2006 B. Accepting RPFA Cash/Investments Report for: Month Ending September 30, 2006 Upon MOTION by Member Mackenzie, seconded by Member Breeze, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and the RPFA Consent Calendar, as outlined in the agenda, was ADOPTED. 2. ADJOURNEMENT OF THE RPFA MEETING: There being no further business, Chairperson Smith adjourned the meeting of the RPFA at 6:08 p.m. RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING: Mayor Smith reconvened the City Council Special Meeting at 6:08 p.m. 6. CLIMATE PROTECTION CARBON- OFFSET AUDIT: Consideration of carbon - offset audit for City vehicles: Mayor Smith explained this audit. Council discussion /direction: Council CONCURRED with Mayor Smith's suggestion that staff look into carbon - offsets and other ways to better implement the Climate Protection Campaign initiatives. 7. JARED HUFFMAN, ASSEMBLYMAN, SIXTH DISTRICT: Consideration of matters for inclusion in a letter to Assemblyman Jared Huffman regarding proposed legislation for 2007: Mayor Smith discussed Assemblyman Huffman's appointment as chairman of the Assembly's Committee on Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials. Council discussion /direction /action: Mayor Smith suggested that the new Mayor and Vice Mayor come back in January, 2007 with a letter to Assemblyman Huffman regarding environmental matters. Councilmember Mackenzie suggested that Council get contacted electronically to submit their ideas. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT SPECIAL MEETINGS Minutes (6 of 9) December 18 2006 for City CounciUCommunity Development Commission/Rohnert Park Financing Authority 8. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS: 1. Santa Rosa Plain Conservation Strategy Implementation Committee (California Tiger Salamander) meeting 11/15/06: Covered earlier in the meeting by Council concurrence. 2. Holiday Lights Celebration with Santa 11/29/06: Mayor Smith noted his attendance at said event. Councilmember Mackenzie suggested that staff work with the Chamber of Commerce to refine the ceremony. 3. Russian River Watershed Association meeting 11/30/06: Councilmember Mackenzie noted his attendance at said event. 4. Sonoma County Agricultural & Open Space District Advisory Committee meeting 11/30/06: Councilmember Mackenzie noted his attendance and discussions concerning Measure F matters. 5. Sonoma County Economic Development Board — 6th Annual Spirit of Sonoma County Awards Luncheon 11/30/06: Mayor Smith noted his attendance at said luncheon. He also stated that City Manager Donley, Assistant City Manager Schwarz, and certain Public Safety staff were in attendance. 6. Bay Area Planning Directors Association Winter Meeting - Land Use and Public Health 12/1/06: Councilmember Mackenzie noted his attendance at a presentation on the relationships between public health and land use decision. 7. Joe Nation Farewell in San Rafael 12/1/06: Mayor Smith noted that he and Councilmember Mackenzie attended said event. 8. Department of Public Safety Reception Honoring Heroic Citizens 12/5/06: Mayor Smith noted that he and Councilmember Mackenzie attended said reception. He acknowledged the Heroic Citizens as follows: Michael Dewey Binion, James Benavidez, Sean Lanser Ericson, Jeffrey Richard Faulkner, Sr., Jeffrey Richard Faulkner, Jr., and Jaime William Faulkner. 9. Leadership Institute for Ecology & the Economy -North Bay Symposium on Smart Growth II 12/6/06: Mayor Smith noted that he attended said symposium and Councilmember Mackenzie moderated it. 10. League of California Cities Go Solar conference call 12/7/06: Mayor Smith noted his attendance at said .conference. 11. North Bay Leadership Council — Annual Holiday Luncheon 12/7/06: Mayor Smith noted that he deferred his attendance at said Council to learn more about a 12/13 LAFCO meeting. 12. Northern CA Carpenters Regional Council Moose Feed 12/8/06: Mayor Smith noted his attendance at said moose feed. 13. Sonoma County Tourism Holiday Showcase in Chicago 12/12/06: Mayor Smith noted his attendance at said showcase. 14. Bay Area Water Forum 12/18/06: Councilmember Mackenzie stated that he did not attend said forum due to an Open Space District meeting. 15. Flu Pandemic Contingency meeting 12/18/06: Mayor Smith noted that he and senior City staff attended said meeting. 16. Other informational reports, if any: a. Jewish Community Free Clinic: Mayor Smith noted that the clinic has just temporarily moved to 6307 Commerce Boulevard. 9. COMMUNICATIONS: Communications per the outline were brought to the Council's attention. No communications were raised. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT SPECIAL MEETINGS Minutes (7 of 9) December 18 2006 for City Council/Community Development Commission/Rohnert Park Financing Authority 10. MATTERS FROM /FOR COUNCIL: 1. Association of Bay Area Governments, Hazardous Waste Facility Allocation Committee — Consideration of supporting Mayor's interest in appointment to this committee: Council discussion/direction: Council CONCURRED to support Mayor Smith in his efforts to be appointed to this committee. Councilmember Mackenzie noted his interest in a SMART Board of Directors position. 2. Schedule of Events and Meetings: Provided to Council in agenda packet. 3. City Council Agenda Forecast: Provided to Council in agenda packet. 4. Other informational items, if any: None. 11. CITY MANAGER'S /CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS: 1. Local Agency Formation Commission meeting 12/13/06. City Manager Donley reviewed the contents of the Staff Report. Councilmembers congratulated staff's efforts in this LAFCO matter. 2. Other informational items, if any: None. 12. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Members of the public desiring to speak were called forward. No members of the public responded. RECESS:. Mayor Smith declared a recess from 6:26 p.m. until 6:35 p.m. -c, CEREMONY FOR CITY COUNCHL SELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE YEAR 2007 ❖ Rancho Cotate High School Concert Choir Performance: Tim Becker, Director of Music at RCHS, led the choir in four songs and shared brief comments. Staff Recognitions: At this time, Mayor Smith held some staff recognitions. City Clerk Hauff introduced new Deputy City Clerk Terri Griffin. Mayor Smith PRESENTED City Clerk Hauff with the City Clerk Certificate of Recognition from Dawn G. Abrahamson, President of the City Clerks Association of California. Mayor Smith recognized the efforts of the following staffinembers: City Clerk Judy Hauff; Deputy City Clerks Beth Lidster, Carol Mendenhall, and Ellen Beardsley; and Administrative Assistant Brian Goodman. He PRESENTED them with cards. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT SPECIAL MEETINGS Minutes (8 of 9) December 18 2006 for City CounciUCommunity Development Commission/Rohnert Park Financing Authority ❖ Reflections of 2006: 1. Mayor's Review of 2006 Milestones. Mayor Smith shared the contents of a PowerPoint presentation reviewing milestones from the past year, including the new sewer main, the University District, the Climate Protection Conference, approval of the Rohnert Park Redevelopment Plan, and adoption of the Affordable Housing Linkage Fee. His review also included the Economic Development and Retention Program, the student -led Pledge of Allegiance, the recognition of Honorary Citizens, op eds and articles he's written, and a variety of photos. 2. Comments by Other Council Members, if any: Councilmember Breeze thanked all those who assisted with her campaigning efforts. She highlighted Council's accomplishments in terms of the University District, the new canine and the new fire engine for the Public Safety Department, the City Center Plaza, and affordable housing. She thanked Councilmember Flores for sharing his wisdom with her. Councilmember Mackenzie shared written comments, ATTACHED TO THE ORIGINAL SET OF MINUTES. He reviewed Council's achievements, commended Mayor Smith for his service as mayor, and saluted Councilmember Flores for his many years on the City Council. Vice .Mayor Vidak- Martinez commended Mayor Smith for his extensive efforts in an ambassador function for the City of Rohnert Park. She commended the Council for being very active in the past year, and she honored Councilmember Flores for serving as an example of civility and for working on the side of the City's vulnerable populations. Councilmember Flores commended the current Council for its ability to argue the merits of a proposal and still be friends afterwards. He acknowledged the City's milestones as noted in Mayor Smith's slideshow, and he thanked his wife Elizabeth for her support. He recognized each Councilmember for their efforts and service on the Council, and he acknowledged the City's newest Councilmember, Pam Stafford, for her work as his campaign manager for two elections. He encouraged the Council to support a regional shopping center on the west side of town. ❖ Presentation to Mayor Tim Smith for 2006 Year as Mayor. City Manager Donley PRESENTED Mayor Smith with a gift and a special magnet from the City. Director of Public Works /City Engineer Jenkins PRESENTED Mayor Smith with a frame with over 30 "Mayor" magnets. Art Ibleto, Honorary Citizen and the Pasta King, PRESENTED Mayor Smith and Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez with a bottle of wine from his own vintage and some cheese. ❖ Presentation to Council Member Armando F. Flores for 17 Years of Service, Including Five Terms as Mayor: City Manager Donley PRESENTED Councilmember Flores with an engrave plaque, and Mayor Smith noted that there will be an event planned sometime in 2007 to honor outgoing Councilmember Flores for his 17 years of service on the Rohnert Park City Council. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT SPECIAL MEETINGS Minutes (9 of 9) December 18.2006 for City CounciWommunity Development Commission/Rohnert Park Financing Authority ❖ Administration of Oaths of Office & Presentation of Certificates of Election to Council Members Elect: Amie Breeze Pam Stafford City Clerk Hauff administered the Oath of Office and presented the Certificates of Election respectively to Councilmember Breeze and incoming Councilmember Stafford. Councilmembers Breeze and Stafford signed the requisite documents, and Councilmember Stafford assumed outgoing Councilmember Flores' seat at 7:41 p.m. Minute Actions to Select City Council Officers for 2007: 1. Selection of Mayor. and 2. Selection of Mayor Pro Tempore (Vice Mayor): A MOTION was made by Mayor Smith,_ seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, to select Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez as Mayor and Councilmember Mackenzie as Vice Mayor. Said motion was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED. ❖ Perspectives for Future: 1. New Mayor's Perspectives for 2007: Mayor Vidak - Martinez urged the new Council to continue to be active in 2007 and to uphold efforts in the areas of sustainability, neighborhood gardens, and emergency preparedness. 2. Other Council Members' Perspectives for 2007, if any: Councilmember Smith discussed ongoing efforts in the areas of sustainability and unfunded medical insurance for the City's retirees. Vice Mayor Mackenzie shared written comments, ATTACHED TO THE ORIGINAL SET OF MINUTES. He acknowledged the efforts of City Manager Donley, City Attorney Kenyon, Recorder Leonard, and Videographer Beltz, and he thanked his wife Barbara for her support. He encouraged continued work on matters of sustainability, infrastructure, partnerships, safety, and revenues. Councilmember Stafford thanked friends and family for their efforts during her election campaign, and she acknowledged the Planning Department staff for responding to her inquiries. Councilmember Breeze called for continued efforts in the areas of economic development, the City Center Plaza, partnerships, and renovation of the City's parks and pools. ❖ Other Unscheduled Public Appearances, if any: Members of the public were invited to come forward to speak. No members of the public responded. ❖ Adjournment to Refreshments: There being no further business, Mayor Vidak- Martinez ADJOURNED the City Council Special Meetings at 7:56 p.m. aty Leonard Certified Shorthand Reporter C.S.R. 11599 V1'C t1, di -9got—," Vicki Vidak- Martinez Mayor City of Rohnert Park The Year 2006- Sic Transit Gloria Mundi Distr. @ Mtg. of. 17_-1 5(-0(0 cc: _ cc: File: File:.Trvt I've been doing these retrospectives now for a decade, a long and winding road here in Rohnert Park. I usually look back at these short essays in an effort to reflect on past prognostications The truth is that few remember and few care except of course those persons whose activities are being recalled and reflected upon. 2006 has been a good year for the third estate in Rohnert Park. The year's activities have been well documented by our Mayor Tim Smith. What he did not do was comment on my well wishes , delivered a short year ago for his first term as mayor. So just by way of a reminder -here goes: 1 ] Straighten out Clark Mason with regard to. his belief that the Mayoralty is a largely ceremonial position -I think Tim has dispelled that belief. 2] Remember to watch what you wish for —you may actually get it and then what? Only Tim can answer that one. 3]R.emember that one year can be a lifetime in politics - enjoy every moment. Clearly you have! 4]Remember how to count to two- you're the third vote. You did ! 5]Return the Community Voice's phone calls — you did when you got a call, I believe. Well done , Tim! You had a grand year — tempus fugit , did it not ?. My second reflection is directed towards the Senior member of this council- Armando Flores. Councilmember Flores and I have disagreed, sometimes strenuously, on political matters. This evening is not the time to rake over these old coals. Rather it is time to reflect on the gracious manner in which Armando has conducted himself over the years I've had the pleasure to be his colleague. I know my wife Barbara joins me in thanking him for the civility, good humour and "Perspectives "of his conduct as a public servant of Rohnert Park. Although there will be other opportunities to more formally thank and commemorate Armando for his decades of service to our young city, I do want to say that I've often reminded Armando that I'm the senior around here, but that's in years only. It's not often a person gets to open two generations of a city's library. Armando may have had many an adversary in his political career but very few enemies. We salute you, Armando , and at the same time carefully look in our own rearview mirrors as behooves politicians who may be running again in 2 years .time. Armando , as many of you know, is a lover of history. The English diarist Harold Nicholson wrote this about Winston Churchill after his electoral defeat in 1945 as WW Two came to an end, "It will be strange [said Churchill] tomorrow not to be consulted upon the great affairs of state . I shall return to my artistic pursuits" Nicholson continued to comment upon WSC` Not one word of bitterness; not a single complaint of having being treated with ingratitude; calm ,stoical resignation — coupled with a shaft of amusement that fate could play so dramatic a trick, and a faint admiration for the electorate's show of independence' So it is that this political year 2006 draws to a close with this bitter sweet moment. Thank you, Armando. As your personal journey continues all the best to you and Elizabeth ?�c�c� ZocC n rA TH- OR .� jFTP...%1 A9IOW OF JU-rEG1 -, WCE FOR PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES State of California County of Sonoma SS. City of R.ohnert Park I'Fie Execution of this Oath is Required by Article XX, Section 3, of the Constitution of the State of California. ,FOR 7-HE OFFICE OF CITY COUXUL I, Amie Breeze . do solemnCy affirm that I wiffsupport and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of CaCfornia against aff enemies, foreign and domestic; that I wiCC bear true faith and adfegiance to the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Calfornia; that I take this obligation freeCy, without any mentaC reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I wiff weff and faithfully discharge the duties upon which I am about to enter. Subscribedandsworn to before me this 18tfL day of December, Signature of Person #king Oath Signal e of icer .mod istering Oath Judy Hauff, City Clerk Name /Title of Officer Administering Oath JH- k- Eiectiom \oi Oath of Office RETAIN ORIGINALS of "OATHS OF OFFICE" For ELECTION FILE cc: AB & PS cc: Attach to 12/18/06 Minutes OA H OR AFFMMA710W OF A.LLECGIAJ CE FOR PUBLIC OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES State of California County of Sonoma SS. City of Rohnert Park The Execution of this Oath is Required by .Article XX, Section 3, of the Constitution of the State of Calfornia. FOR 7WE OFFICE OF CITY COUNCIL I, Pam Stafford . do solemnly affirm that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of California against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I wa bear true faith and allegiance to the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of California; that I take this obligation freely, without any mental reservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties upon which I am about to enter. Subscribed and sworn to before me this 18th day of December, 2006. Signature of Person 9aking Oath Signatur f O er .mod i istering Oath Judy Hauff, City Clerk Name /tine of Officer Administering Oath J3f-`iM� ctiom \oi Oath of office RETAIN ORIGINALS of "OATHS OF OFFICE" For ELECTION FILE cc: All & PS cc: Attach to 12/18/06 Minutes United States of .America Certificate of Election State of California County of Sonoma I SS. I, Judy Hauff, Clerk of the City of Rohnert Park, State of California, certify that at a CONSOLIDAT-ED 9EJVERAL NUNICIPAL ELECTION heCd in the City on the 771" day of November, 2006 Amie Breeze was elected to the office of City Council as appears by the official returns of the election, and the statement of votes cast now on fife in my office. I affix my hand and officiafseaC this i8?x day of December, 2006 U-" auff, C erk J9- A-Efections�oi cent Rate of Election J RETAIN COPIES of. a "Certificates of Election "� Presented to AB & PS For ELECTION FILE � / » °� /v « 3� J� 2; � � /.� /� ( \�����< (� . ���� \�2 1 Distr. @ Mtg. Of: cc: cc: 2007- A New Year File: File: What should one wish for in the New Year when many of one's wishes were fulfilled on Election night? There's the rub. After the collective euphoria subsides somewhat —at least in the Mackenzie household -comes the New Year. What will the new congress, state legislature, BOS and city councils do with their self — declared mandates? Operate wisely and humbly with the realization that resources are limited —both financial and environmental. I believe that our Mayor[ this was written this morning] will hew to such a course. She has courageously survived a couple of years of personal turmoil which happily see her husband steadily improving and her status as a grandmother well established. I look forward to working with her and the other council members to move us forward in the year to come. Greetings to Pam Stafford. I know that you, as a truly independent council member, will be making an important contribution to our deliberations and our workload as a council . Our priorities are above us here. No mistaking them . My objectives are to keep these in front of us as we deal with the following issues: Sustainability- I want us be recognized as a GREEN city in every way. I want us to count and measure these ways as a matter of public policy Infrastructure -I want us to proceed steadfastly towards our stated goals. Sewers will be planned and built, roads repaired, bike paths extended. We have a plan Let us continue to implement it. Partnerships- I will continue to strive for true partnerships between the city and our neighbouring jurisdictions including SSU and the City of Santa Rosa. Safety- I will be closely following our public safety recruitment efforts as we pass the July I , 2007 employee retirement milestone. Revenues —The great unknown at this hour is how we, as a city, will deal with the budget for FY2007- 2008 and following years. My views on past practices are well known and on the record since 2001 .I will continue to be a voice for fiscal sanity as we deal with unfunded programs and other critical issues. If brevity is the soul of wit, then I hope I have been witty enough to compensate for your disappointment at any lack of loquacity on my part. I always like to end with a quote from Robert Burns, appropriate to the task at hand. When won't have to look far for tasks in this coming year , so " But human bodies are sic fools, For a" their colleges and schools , That when nae real ills perplex them, They make now themsels to vex them"