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2007/02/13 City Council MinutesCITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT JOINT SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES FOR: City Council Community Development Commission Rohnert Park Financing Authority —and — REGULAR MEETING MINUTES City Council February 13, 2007 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 for a Joint Special Meeting to commence at 5:30 p.m., as well as a Regular Meeting of the City Council, at the Rohnert Park City Hall, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Vidak- Martinez presiding. Call to Order: Mayor Vidak- Martinez called the Joint Special Meeting to order at 5:38 p.m. Roll Call: Breeze, Mackenzie, Smith, Stafford, Vidak- Martinez Staff present for all or part of the Joint Special Meeting and/or the Regular Meeting: City Manager Donley, Assistant City Attorney Whelan, Assistant City Manager Schwarz, Director of Community Development Bendorff, Building Official Bruck, Director of Public Safety Bullard, Public Safety Sergeant Sweeney, Housing and Redevelopment Manager Ellena, Director of Public Works /City Engineer Jenkins, Director of Administrative Services Lipitz, Management Analyst Tacata, Senior Engineering Technician Pedroncelli, and Videographer Beltz. WORK SESSION Public Safety Presentation on Alcoholic Beverage Sale Impact: Council discussion/direction: Department of Public Safety Sergeant Art Sweeney and Sharon O'Hara from the Center for Community Action and Training reviewed the contents of a PowerPoint presentation provided to Council. They responded to Council questions and comments regarding matters including having the County adopt a similar ordinance, unfairly penalizing business owners, and the necessity for input from local business owners and the community. Council CONCURRED TO AGENDIZE said matter for further consideration at the first Council meeting in March. . CLOSED SESSION Mayor Vidak -Martinez adjourned Council to Closed Session at 6:26 p.m. to discuss Labor Negotiations. JOINT SPECIAL MEETING Mayor Vidak- Martinez reconvened the Joint Special Meeting at 7:03 p.m. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (2 of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting of the City Council, the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chloe Tacata, 2nd grade student, Monte Vista Elementary School, led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor Vidak- Martinez PRESENTED Chloe with a card and a pen. 1. MAYOR'S REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION: Mayor Vidak- Martinez stated that no reportable action was taken in Closed Session. 2. SCHEDULED APPEARANCES /PRESENTATIONS: 1. Catherine Bramkamp, Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Report: Ms. Bramkamp shared the names of new members of the Chamber of Commerce, and she announced upcoming events. Carla Howell of the Chamber DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED the new Sonoma County maps and. guides. The Chamber representatives discussed plans for a Sonoma Mountain Art and Wine Festival, and they expressed an interest in meeting with Mayor Vidak- Martinez and Vice Mayor Mackenzie to discuss sponsorship from the City of Rohnert Park. 2. Recognition of Congressional Certificate of Special Recognition presented to City Manager Stephen R. Donley by Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey for Outstanding Junior Officer Award of the Reserve Officers Association: Mayor Vidak - Martinez acknowledged City Manager Donley's receipt of the Congressional Certificate of Special Recognition, and City Manager Donley shared brief comments regarding his duties -in the Coast Guard. 3. Homeless Count Event Held January 31, 2007: Summary and Recognition of Volunteers: Housing and Redevelopment Manager Ellena and Administrative Assistant Brian Goodman shared the contents of the Staff Report and responded to Council questions and comments. Council Member Smith noted that the open house for The Arbors will be held on February 23`d 3. SSU STUDENT REPORT: Sonoma State University Associated Students, Inc. by Whitney Diver, Legislative Representative: Mayor Vidak - Martinez noted that Ms. Diver DISTRIBUTED copies of The Star to Council, but that she had to leave to attend the City of Cotati's Council meeting this evening. 4. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES /COMMENTS: 1. Paula Reinhold, 1200 Oak Springs Lane, was recognized and noted her participation in Rohnert Park's 2007 Homeless Count Event. She indicated that there is interest in the community in putting on a similar event on a monthly basis, and she inquired if the City of Rohnert Park might be able to assist in terms of providing a facility. 2. Lynn Conde, Rohnert Park, was recognized, and she discussed how the Jewish Free Clinic had moved to Rohnert Park. She introduced the Vice President of the Board of Directors of the Clinic, who PRESENTED Council with a plaque and a box of chocolates in recognition of the City's assistance with the clinic's move. Ms. Conde also announced the Sonoma County Adult and Youth Development ( SCAYD) Volunteer Recognition Ball this Saturday, February 17t1, and she urged: all interested parties to call SCAYD at 793 -9030 for further information. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (3 of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting of the City Council, the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council 5. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR: Chairperson Vidak- Martinez asked the Commissioners if there were any questions about matters on the CDC Consent Calendar. No matters were raised. Approval of CDC Portion of Concurrent City Meeting Minutes.for: Regular Meeting — January 23, 2007 2. Approval of CDC Bills /Demands for Payment in the amount of $493,049.31 3. Accepting CDC Cash/Investments Report for: Month Ending November, 2006 4. CDC Resolution for Adoption: 2007 -01 Approving and Authorizing the Executive Director to Execute a Loan Extension Agreement and Amendment to the Promissory Note Secured by a Deed of Trust in Favor of the CDCRP, dated December 31, 2005, with Respect to the Affordable Housing Loan Provided to Lea and John Marchesiello A MOTION was made by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Vice Chair Mackenzie, to approve the Consent Calendar. After said motion, reading was waived, and the CDC Consent Calendar, as outlined in the agenda, was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED. 6. ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY CONSENT CALENDAR: Chairperson Vidak - Martinez asked the Commissioners if there were any questions about matters on the RPFA Consent Calendar. No matters were raised. I . Approval of RPFA Portion of Concurrent City Meeting Minutes for: Regular Meeting — January 23, 2007 2. Accepting RPFA Cash/Investments Report for: Month Ending November, 2006 A MOTION was made by Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Member Smith, to approve the Consent Calendar. After said motion, reading was waived, and the RPFA Consent Calendar, as outlined in the agenda, was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (4 of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting of the City Council, the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council 7. TAX ALLOCATION BONDS AND HOUSING TAX ALLOCATION BONDS: Consideration of Approval of Documents to Allow Issuance of Non - Housing and Housing Tax Allocation Bonds: 1. City Council, Community Development Commission and Rohnert Park Financing Authority Staff Reports: Housing and Redevelopment Manager Ellena reviewed the contents of the Staff Report and responded to Council questions and comments. 2. Public Comments: None. 3. RPFA Resolution for Adoption: 2007 -01 Approving the Forms of the Third Supplemental Indenture of Trust Relating to the Commission's Tax Allocation Bonds, the Indenture of Trust Relating to the Issuance of the Commission's Housing Tax Allocation Bonds, the Purchase Agreement, the Continuing Disclosure Agreement and a Preliminary Official Statement and Approving Certain Actions in Connection Therewith A MOTION was made by Vice Chair Mackenzie, seconded by Member Smith, to adopt RPFA Resolution 2007 -01. Under discussion, Member Smith discussed how these funds will go a long way for housing. He noted the conservative nature of the report ; and he expressed his support for the resolution. Vice Chair Mackenzie discussed the need to track these bonds closely, and he noted a typographical error in the Staff Report. After the motion, which was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and RPFA Resolution 2007 -01 was ADOPTED. 4. CDC Resolution for Adoption: 2007 -02 Approving the Forms of and Authorizing the Execution of the Third Supplemental Indenture of Trust Relating to the Commission's Tax Allocation Bonds, the Indenture of Trust Relating to the Issuance of the Commission's Housing Tax Allocation Bonds, the Purchase Agreement, the Continuing Disclosure Agreements and a Preliminary Official Statement and Approving Certain Actions in Connection Therewith Upon MOTION by Commissioner Breeze, seconded by Commissioner Stafford, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and CDC Resolution 2007 -02 was ADOPTED. 5. Council Resolution for Adoption: 2007 -17 Approving the Sale of Tax Allocation Bonds and Housing Tax Allocation Bonds by the Community Development Commission of the City of Rohnert Park for the Rohnert Park Redevelopment Project Upon MOTION by Council Member Smith, seconded by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Council Resolution 2007 -17 was ADOPTED. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (5 of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting -of the City Council, the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Vidak- Martinez adjourned the City Council /CDC /RPFA Joint Special Meeting at 7:40 p.m. to convene the Regular Meeting of the City Council. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR: Mayor Vidak- Martinez asked if there were any questions about matters on the Consent Calendar. Council Member Breeze signified removal of the Special Meeting Minutes of January 17 and the Regular Concurrent Meeting Minutes of January 23. Council Member Smith signified removal of Resolution 2007 -20. City Manager Donley signified removal of Resolution 2007 -24. B. Approval of City Bills /Demands for Payment in the amount of $ l ;881,781.78 C. Accepting Cash/Investments Report for: Month Ending November, 2006 D. Resolutions for Adoption: 2007 -18 Approving Cooperative Funding Agreement No. M70705 with Sonoma County Transportation Authority to Fund the Copeland Creek Bike Trail 2007 -19 Accepting Completion and Directing the City Engineer to File Notice of Completion for Sewer Flow Meter Replacement Project No. 2003 -32 2007 -21 Approving and Authorizing an Agreement with Sierra Property Holdings, LLC, regarding Vintage Point Condominium Conversion Notice to Tenants 2007 -22 Approving Vintage Point Final Map Subdivision II 2007 -23 Approving and Authorizing an Affordable Housing Covenant with Aston Asset Management Group, LLC for the Vineyards Live/Work Project Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, seconded by Council Member Smith, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and the Consent Calendar was ADOPTED AS AMENDED. Items for Consideration: A. Approval of City Council Portion of Meeting Minutes for: Special Meeting — January 17, 2007 Regular Concurrent Meetings — January 23, 2007 Per the January 17 Special Meeting minutes, Council Member Breeze stated that she was not there for the first hour and 20 minutes and that she will be abstaining from that vote. She also requested that staff provide better clarity regarding the time frame for such meeting as it ran nearly two hours over its scheduled end time. Per the January 23 Regular Concurrent Meetings minutes, Council Member Breeze referred Council to page 7, Agenda Item 10, paragraph re motion for Resolution 2007 -15,. and she requested that Council discussion be amended to reflect her comment that the University District is the first project to set aside regional traffic mitigation funds per the Development Agreement it has with the City of Rohnert Park. Upon MOTION by Council Member Smith, seconded by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, the Special Meeting minutes of January 17 were APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Council Member Breeze abstaining, and the Regular Concurrent Meetings minutes of January 23 were UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED AS AMENDED. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes. (6. of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting of the City Council, the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council 2007 -20 Approving Task Order 2007 -01 with Winzler & Kelly for Update of the City's Sewer Use Ordinance Council Member Smith requested staff comments on this matter, and he suggested that staff and representatives from Sonoma State University (SSU) have further discussions regarding said sewer issues. Vice Mayor Mackenzie suggested that the SSU Subcommittee convene in the next two weeks to discuss sewer - related matters regarding SSU. Upon MOTION by Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Breeze, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Resolution 2007- 20 was ADOPTED. 2007 -24 Authorizing and Approving the Sale of City Owned Property at 1350 Oakview Circle, Assessor Parcel Nos. 159- 460 -025, -026 and -027 to KSL Rohnert Park LP City Manager Donley noted staff's recommendation to DEFER said item. 9. 2005 -06 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORTS: Presentation by Odenberg, Ullakko, Muranishi (OUM) and Company, LLP, CPA of the 2005 -06 Comprehensive Annual Financial. Reports: Director of Administrative Services Lipitz shared opening comments, and she introduced two representatives from OUM who briefly summarized the Financial, Reports and responded to Council questions and comments. Council Member Smith explained the meaning of a "Clean Opinion," and he discussed how .he sees this Financial Report as a starting point for the 2007 -08 City budget, calling attention to items in the report, particularly including post - employment heath care benefits, PERS, the small amount of money the City gets from the State, the MOU with the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (FIGR), West Side development, net and capital assets, funds from REMIF, the accounting of benefits, expenses and revenues, and sales tax. Vice Mayor Mackenzie called attention to the fact that the freeway widening had not been done during the last fiscal year, and he suggested that the Council develop its own plan this coming year to address the post- employment health benefit matters. City Council Acceptance Concurrently of: 1. City of Rohnert Park — Comprehensive Annual Financial Report 2. Community Development Commission - Independent Auditor's Reports, Management's Discussion and Analysis, Basic Financial Statements, and Statistical Information 3. Rohnert Park Financing Authority — Independent Auditor's Reports, Management's Discussion and Analysis, Basic Financial Statements, and Supplemental Information 4. Rohnert Park Housing Financing Authority. — .Independent Auditor's Reports, Management's Discussion and. Analysis, and Basic Financial Statements 5. City of Rohnert Park — Independent Auditors' Report on Compliance with Transportation Development Act (for the Two -year Period Ended June 20, 2006) 6. City of Rohnert Park — Independent Accountants' Report on Applying Agreed -Upon Procedures Council CONCURRED to concurrently accept the above- listed items 1 through 6_ City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (7 of 3 4) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting of the City Council, the Communitv Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council 10. VIDA NUEVA APARTMENTS TAX- EXEMPT BOND ISSUANCE: Consideration of Issuance of Tax - exempt Bonds by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority Relating to the Financing of the Vida Nueva Apartments: 1. Staff report: Housing and Redevelopment Director Ellena reviewed the contents of the Staff Report. There were no Council questions or comments. 2. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Vidak- Martinez opened the Public Hearing at 8:11 p.m. There being no members of the public interested in commenting on said matter, Mayor Vidak- Martinez closed the Public Hearing at 8:11 p.m. 3. Resolution for Adoption: 2007 -25 Approving the Issuance of Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority A MOTION was made by Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Breeze, to adopt Resolution 2007 -25. Under discussion, Council Member Smith expressed support for the Vida Nueva project, and Mayor Vidak- Martinez noted that these type of projects help to keep families together. After the motion, which was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Resolution 2007 -25 was ADOPTED. 11. ENERGY EFFICIENCY STANDARDS ORDINANCE: Consideration of Adding Title 14, Chapter 14.02 to the Rohnert Park Municipal Code and Adopting Local Energy Efficiency Standards for Buildings Covered by the 2005 California Building Energy Efficiency Standards: 1. Staff Report: Building Official Bruck reviewed the contents of the Staff Report and responded to Council questions and comments. 2. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Vidak- Martinez opened the Public Hearing at 8:20 P.M. There being no members of the, public interested in commenting on said matter, Mayor Vidak- Martinez closed the Public Hearing at 8:20 p.m. 3. Ordinance for Introduction: Waive Further Reading and Introduce Ordinance by reading title: No. 779 Adding Title 14, Chapter 14.02 to the Rohnert Park Municipal Code and Adopting Local Energy Efficiency Standards for Buildings Covered by the 2005 California Building Energy Efficiency Standards A MOTION was made by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, seconded by Council Member Breeze, to introduce Ordinance No. 779. Under discussion, Council Member Smith expressed support for this ordinance as part of the City's ongoing efforts to meet its goal of sustainability. After the motion, which was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Ordinance No. 779 was INTRODUCED BY ROLL CALL VOTE. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (8 of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting of the City Council, the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council 12. COMMUNITY CENTER MASTER PLAN SUBCOMMITTEE: Consideration of Community Center Plaza and Master Plan Subcommittee/Duties: Housing and Redevelopment Manager Ellena explained the Staff Report. Council discussion /direction /action: Council CONCURRED with staff's recommendation to appoint Mayor Vidak - Martinez and Council Member Stafford to the Community Center Plaza and Master Plan Subcommittee. 13. BICYCLE LANES ON COUNTRY CLUB DRIVE: Consideration of Addition of Bicycle Lanes and the Partial. Elimination of Parking on Country Club Drive between Rohnert Park Expressway and Southwest Boulevard: 1. Staff Report: Management Analyst Tacata reviewed the contents of the Staff Report and responded to Council questions and comments. 2. Public Comments: Members of the public desiring to comment on this matter were called forward. Sue Bennett, P.O. Box 7342, Cotati, was recognized and discussed how more bike lanes will increase safety for cyclists. b. Christine Culver, Executive Director of the Sonoma County Bicycle Coalition, was recognized and commended the City for its efforts to build sustainable transportation modes. She noted that the number one reason people chose not to cycle is safety. c. Bethany Pearson, 6480 Country Club Drive, No. 4, was recognized and noted the lack of parking on Country CIub Drive and safety issues, particularly for women, as reasons for her opposition to the bike lanes. d. Megan Wong, 6480 Country Club Drive, No. 3, was recognized and SUBMITTED to Council a petition with 39 signatures from residents in the area opposed to the bike lanes due to lack of parking and safety issues stemming from the longer walk to their residences if the parking spaces are removed. e. Michelle Lee Silvashy, 6520 Country Club Drive, Apt. C, was recognized and expressed her opposition to the bike lanes, noting that there are street - cleaning issues and that the apartment owners do not give extra parking spaces for visitors. She encouraged Council to make this matter a win/win situation for the residents and cyclists alike. f. Robin Birdfeather, 42 Charles Street, Cotati, was recognized and discussed a couple close calls she has had on her bicycle. She stated that there is no parking on that particular stretch of Country Club anyway. g. Donald B. Deshotels, III, 4949 Snyder Lane, was recognized and encouraged Council to find a compromise between the cyclists and the residents in the area. He noted that that stretch of Country Club Drive is one of only a few north/south access routes, and he clarified that parking in said area between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. is restricted to 30 minutes. _City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (9 of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting of the City Council,. the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council 3. Resolution for Adoption: 2007 -26 Authorizing and Approving the Addition of Bicycle Lanes and the Partial Elimination of Parking on Country Club between Rohnert Park Expressway and Southwest Boulevard A MOTION was made by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, seconded by Counc'I Member Smith, to approve Resolution 2007 -26. Under discussion, Council Member Smith noted the difficulty of overnight parking in that area, and he suggested having staff review the street- cleaning schedules and the lighting in said area. Councilmember Breeze stated that she did not desire to create any type of unsafe situation for residents in that area, and that she supported a staff review of street - cleaning and lighting before the addition of any bicycle lanes. Vice Mayor Mackenzie made a FRIENDLY AMENDMENT, accepted by the seconder of the motion, to authorize the City Engineer to amend the street - cleaning schedule and to review safety improvements, namely the installation of lights, prior to the addition of bike lanes. Mayor Vidak- Martinez noted that the City's north/south access routes were poorly planned, and she suggested that staff look into why there are so few parking spaces for residents of apartment buildings in the area. City Manager Donley commented on funding matters for the suggested lighting improvements. After the motion, which was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Resolution 2007 -26 was ADOPTED with the FRIENDLY AMENDMENT as noted above. 14. SEWER AND WATER RATE INCREASES: Consideration of adoption of an ordinance re- adopting sewer and water rate increases- 1. Staff Report: City Manager Donley reviewed the contents of the Staff Report. There were no Council questions or comments. 2. Public Comments: None. 3. a. Waive Further Reading and Adopt Ordinance by Reading Title: No. 774 An Uncodified Ordinance of the City of Rohnert Park Regarding Sewer Service Charges Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, seconded by Council Member Breeze, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Ordinance No. 774 was ADOPTED BY ROLL CALL VOTE. b. Waive Further Reading and Adopt Ordinance by reading title: No. 775 An Uncodified Ordinance of the City of Rohnert Park Regarding Water Service Charges Upon MOTION by Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Breeze, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Ordinance No. 775 was ADOPTED BY ROLL CALL VOTE. Citv of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (10 of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting of the City Council, the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council 15. WATER, SEWER, AND GARBAGE BILLING EXEMPTIONS AND REFUNDS: Consideration of Amending Chapter 8.12, Chapter 13.12 and Chapter 13.44 of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code to provide for water, sewer and garbage billing exemptions and refunds: 1. Staff Report: City Manager Donley shared the contents of the Staff Report. There were no Council questions or comments. 2. Public Comments: None. 3. Ordinances for Adoption: a. Waive Further Reading and Adopt Ordinance by reading title: No. 776 Adding Section 8.12.265 "Collection Charge Refunds," Amending Section 8.12.010, "Definitions," and Deleting Sections 8.12.240, "Liability of All Occupants for Collection Fees," and 8.12.250 "Billing of Landlord, ". of Chapter 8.12, "Refuse Disposal," of Title 8, "Health And Safety," of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code Upon MOTION by Council Member Smith, seconded by Council Member Breeze, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Ordinance No. 776 was ADOPTED BY ROLL CALL VOTE. b. Waive Further Reading and Adopt Ordinance by reading title: No. 777 Adding Section 13.12.043, "City Manager Defined," to Chapter 13.12, "Definitions," and Amending Chapter 13.44, "Billing and Payment of Sewer Service Charges," of Title 13, "Water and Sewers," of Title 13; "Water and Sewers," of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code Upon MOTION by Council Member Breeze, seconded by Council Member Stafford, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Ordinance No. 777 was ADOPTED BY ROLL CALL VOTE. 16. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP: Consideration of Amending Section 2.32.020 of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code to Change the Parks and Recreation Commission from Seven to Five Members: 1. Staff Report: City Manager Donley reviewed the contents of the Staff Report. There were no questions or comments from Council. 2. Public Comments: None. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (11 of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting of the City Council, the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council 3. Waive Further Reading and Adopt Ordinance by reading title: No. 778 Amending Section 2.32.020 "Established Membership" of Chapter 2.32 "Parks and Recreation Commission" of Title 2, "Administration and Personnel" of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code Upon MOTION by Council Member Breeze, seconded by Council Member Stafford, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Ordinance No. 778 was ADOPTED BY ROLL CALL VOTE. 17. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS: 1. Redwood Empire Municipal Insurance Fund Annual Board meeting; 1/24 -1/26: Council Member Smith noted his attendance and referred Council to the REMIF Health Plan Review materials. Council discussion /direction: No Council direction was given at this time per any REMIF matter. 2. Water Issues Subcommittee meeting, 1/24: Council Member Breeze and Vice Mayor Mackenzie provided a brief report. 3. Creeks Master Plan Subcommittee meeting, 1/24: Vice Mayor Mackenzie noted that the major presentation was made by the Cotati Creek Critters. 4. Santa Rosa Plain Conservation Strategy Implementation Committee (California Tiger Salamander) meeting, 1/24: Vice Mayor Mackenzie provided an update on the Agricultural Subcommittee's report. 5. Russian River Watershed Association meeting, 1/25: Vice Mayor Mackenzie reported on the budget and the Working Group. 6. Integrated Regional Water Management Plan meeting, 1/26: Vice Mayor Mackenzie provided an update on Chapter 8 Proposition 50 monies. 7. Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee Community Forum, 2/1: Vice Mayor Mackenzie noted his attendance at said forum. 8. Sonoma County Transportation Authority meeting, 2/5: Vice Mayor Mackenzie provided an update on the contract between the City of Rohnert Park and SCTA. 9. Tribal Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee. meeting, 2/5: Mayor Vidak- Martinez and'Vice Mayor Mackenzie reported on discussions regarding development of a community garden. 10. Water Advisory Technical Advisory Committee meeting, 2/5: Vice Mayor Mackenzie reported on the quarterly meeting of WAC, and he noted his attendance at the Technical Advisory meeting. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (12 of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting of the City Council, the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council 11. Parks, Recreation and Open Space Committee meeting, 2/7: Council Member Stafford reported that a person from SSU came and suggested the possibility of sharing facilities with SSU, and she provided a brief update on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. 12. Other informational reports: Mayors' and Councilmembers' Legislative Committee: Council Member Smith noted his attendance at said event, as well as discussions regarding fund allocations. 2007 State of the County: Annual Report to the Community, I/24: Council Member Smith noted discussions about sending solid waste out of the county by rail. Vice Mayor Mackenzie noted discussions regarding the state of the economy. Association of Bay Area Governments Disaster Preparedness Conference, including George P. Shultz Lecture Event: "An Evening with Admiral Thad Allen," 1/30 -1/31: Mayor Vidak - Martinez reported on the need to improve communications and networks, and she called attention to the FEMA Earthquake Preparedness Book. 2007 North Bay Economic Outlook Conference, 2/1: Council Member Smith noted discussions on the economy and affordable housing. Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce February Noon Times, 2/7: Council Member Stafford noted presentations on alcohol, specifically the one given by Sergeant Sweeney at Council's Work Session this evening, and Internet predators. Mayor Vidak- Martinez suggested that staff put said information those matters on the City's Web site. Visit to Recycling Facilities in Santa Clara and San Jose, 2/8: Council Member Smith noted his visit to said facility per Sonoma County Waste Management Agency (SCWMA). Local Government Commission 6`'' Annual New Partners for Smart Growth Conference, 2/8 -2/10: Vice .Mayor Mackenzie noted his attendance at said conference, and he SUBMITTED the City of Santa Monica's "Sustainable City Report Card" to City Manager Donley. He also commented on community gardens. Cotati. Sound Wall Meeting, 2/8: Council Member Smith called attention to said meeting, and City Manager Donley stated that SCTA will report on the sound wall at Council's February 270' meeting. Chamber of Commerce 4`'' Annual Crab Feed, 2/10: Council Member Smith noted his attendance at said event. Senior Center. Super Bowl Party, 2/4: Council Members Breeze and Stafford noted their attendance at said event. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (13 of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint .Special Meeting of the City Council, the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council 18. COMMUNICATIONS: Communications per the attached outline were brought to the Council's attention. The following communications were pulled for discussion: a. North Bay Industries: Council Member Smith'DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED a handout entitled "NISH Workplace," and he referred Council to an article about Rohnert Park. b. Contra Costa Times, "Filling the Ranks ": Council Member Smith referred Council to said article. c. Communication about safety problems at the Santa Alicia and Enterprise Drive footbridge: Council Member Smith called attention to said letter. d. Miss Sonoma County Scholarship Program, Saturday, March 3`d: Vice Mayor Mackenzie stated that he will try to attend said event. Council Member Stafford indicated that she will be a judge. 19. MATTERS FROM /FOR COUNCIL: 1. Mayors' and Councilmembers' Association Appointments — February 16`h Deadline for Submission of Letters of Interest: Mayor Vidak- Martinez noted that this item will be agendized for the next Council meeting. 2. Request to Sonoma County Library Commission Regarding Naming of Community Room in Honor of Armando Flores: Council discussion/direction /action: Council Member Breeze suggested that the entire library be named in honor of Armando Flores. Council discussion concluded with CONCURRENCE to direct staff to request of the Sonoma County Library Commission that the Community Room be named in honor of Armando Flores and to explore the option of naming the library after him. 3. Calendar of Events: Document provided in Council's agenda packets. 4. City Council Agenda Forecast: Document provided in Council's agenda packets 5. Other informational items, if any: Article in The Press Democrat about funding cuts to the local food bank, which are affecting seniors and children: Mayor Vidak- Martinez called attention to said cuts, and she urged and members of the public to engage their Congressional representative regarding the funding loss. Council AGREED with Council Member Smith's suggestion to send a letter to the City's Congressional representative over the Mayor's signature, noting the City's opposition to said cuts, and to forward a copy of said letter to the Redwood Empire Food Bank and NOAH. 20. CITY MANAGR'S /CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS: 1. Review of Public Records Act Responses: Assistant City Attorney Whelan reviewed the contents of the Staff Report and responded to Council questions and comments. City of Rohnert Park CONCURRENT MEETINGS Minutes (14 of 14) February 13 2007 for Joint Special Meeting of the City Council, the Community Development Commission and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority and Regular Meeting of the City Council 2. University District Reorganization: Assistant City Manager Schwarz provided Council with a brief oral update on said matter. 3. Other informational items, if any: None. 21. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Members of the public desiring to speak were called forward. No members of the public responded. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Vidak - Martinez adjourned the Regular Meeting of the City Council at 9:55 p.m. �_fflaty Leonard Certi ied Shorthand Reporter C.S.R. 11599 Vicki Vidak - Martinez Mayor City of Rohnert Park