2005/10/25 City Council Minutes (3)CITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES for:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
October 25, 2005
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 Mackenzie presiding.
CALL TO ORDER /PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Mackenzie.CALLED the Council Meeting to order at
6:32 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (5) Counci.lmembers Breeze, Flores and Smith; Vice
Mayor Vidak- Martinez; Mayor Mackenzie
Absent:. (0) None
Staff present for all.or part of the Regular Session: City
Manager Donley, Assistant City Attorney Whelan, Director
Community Development Bendorff, Director Public Works /City
Engineer Jenkins, Senior Engineering Technician Pedroncelli,
Deputy Chief Building Official Bruck, Housing and
Redevelopment Project Manager Ellena, Director Public Safety
Bullard, Public Safety Sergeant Welch and Videographer Beltz.
ANNOUNCEMENT:
Mayor Mackenzie recapped the action from this evening's
Special Meeting, noting Council's agreement with staff's
list of Infill Exemptions and Council's selection of the
top four priorities for building permit allocations.
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2. SCHEDULED APPEARANCES /PRESENTATIONS:
1. Mayor's Presentation of Resolutions:
Honoring Public Safety Sergeant David Welch for
his service to the people of Louisiana during the
aftermath of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, acting on
behalf of the Office of Emergency Services as a
Resource Unit Leader: Mayor Mackenzie READ AND
PRESENTED the resolution to Sergeant Welch, who
shared brief comments.
Recognizing Rohnert Park Heroes Supervisor Linda
Skogberg and employee Carl Helton of Old Adobe
Development Services (OADS): Mayor Mackenzie READ
AND PRESENTED framed resolutions to Ms. Skogberg
and Mr. Helton, who shared brief comments.
2. Paula and Jeffrey Granskog regarding attack by pit
bulls in the neighborhood of Castille Court:
Mr. and Mrs. Granskog noted the presence of several
of their neighbors, and they expressed grave concern
regarding the danger levels of pit bulls. They
recounted a recent incident where pit bulls got
loose and terrorized their neighborhood, and they
called for action from the City, including a push
to change State law regarding vicious animals. The
Granskogs. SUBMITTED a letter of support from one of
their neighbors, and they asked the City to consider
containment requirements. Assistant City Attorney
Whelan explained State law, including the City's
ability to address breed - specific neutering. Staff
indicated that an ordinance regarding this matter
should be ready for Council review at the
November 22nd Council meeting.
3. Seamus Seanachaoi regarding casino and missed
opportunity of the Council and City to work with the
Indian tribe in a unified manner that would benefit
the community and outlying neighbors: Mr. Seanachaoi
expressed dismay that the City has missed an
opportunity to work out an agreement with the Tribe
that would benefit the entire community. He noted
the recent fire that burned the dwelling of a former
City mayor and real estate broker who had only
offered advice to the Tribe. He stated that despite
the community's division over this matter, a casino
would only strengthen the community. He called for
citizens to work out their differences over the
casino.
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4. Thomas Thunderhorse regarding rebuttal of
anti - casino group: Mr. Thunderhorse expressed
skepticism with the projected traffic figures for
the future casino. He stated that the casino
opponents are simply expressing discrimination
against Indians. He indicated that as a Native
American, he has lived with discrimination most
of his life. He noted that he does not desire to see
his fellow Native Americans experience discrimination,
but rather to be successful.
2. SSU STUDENT REPORT:
Sonoma State University Associated Students, Inc. by
James J. Reilly, III, Legislative Representative:
Mr. Reilly DISTRIBUTED copies of The Star, and he
updated Council on the following groups /events at SSU:
JUMP's (SSU's community service organization) kick -off;
Upcoming events to raise awareness about the civil war
in Sudan; the weekly Faculty Administration Debates.
3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES /.COMMENTS:
1. Catherine Bramkamp, 203 Skilling Court, was recognized
and thanked Council for its support of the recent
Open House for Sonoma State University. She SUBMITTED
Open House tee- shirts for each Councilmember.
2. John Hudson, 399 Bonnie Avenue, was recognized and
expressed concern about City Manager Donley's response
to a recent article in The Press Democrat regarding a
collapsed sewer pipe. He stated that City staff and
Councilmembers are reluctant to change the language of
Municipal Code Section 13.40.040 in,such way that
developers will have to pay for new development /sewer
infrastructure.
3. Thomas Fonseca, 7761 Montero Drive, was recognized and
indicated that he would like to see an Indian
reservation in Rohnert Park. He expressed concern
that the citizens of Rohnert Park were misinformed
regarding a recent sewer pipe collapse. He encouraged
the Council to embrace the concept of and
opportunities for "Smart Growth."
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4. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Mayor Mackenzie asked if there were any questions about the
matters on the Consent Calendar. Mayor Mackenzie signified
removal of the following items for further discussion:
Resolution 2005 -312 per Councilmember Flores'
recommendation; Resolution Nos. 2005 -315 and 317 per
Councilmember Smith's recommendation.
A. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL PORTION OF CONCURRENT MEETING
MINUTES FOR:
REGULAR CONCURRENT CITY MEETINGS - OCTOBER 11, 2005
B. APPROVAL OF CITY BILLS /DEMANDS FOR PAYMENT CONCURRENTLY
FOR:
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK /CITY COUNCIL IN THE AMOUNT OF:
$1,370,296.32
C. ACCEPTING CASH /INVESTMENTS REPORT FOR MONTH END, JULY 31,
2005 FOR:
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK /CITY COUNCIL
D. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION:
2005 -313 HONORING BONNIE BLACK, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE
EDUCATION FOUNDATION, ON THE OCCASION OF HER
RETIREMENT
2005 -314 AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR BASKETBALL COURT
RESURFACING AT HONEYBEE AND GOLIS PARKS
2005 -316 APPROVING AMENDMENT NUMBER ONE TO THE CONTRACT
AGREEMENT FOR JANITORIAL MAINTENANCE WITH
UNIVERSAL BUILDING SERVICES
2005 -318 APPROVING COOPERATIVE FUNDING AGREEMENT
NO. M20005 FOR MEASURE M WITH THE SONOMA COUNTY
TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
2005 -319 APPROVING AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING AGREEMENT WITH
WATT COMMUNITIES FOR THE CENTRE VILLE PROJECT
2005 -320 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF FRANK E. MOLLES, JR., RE
ALLEGED POLICE ACTION ON IMPOUNDED CAR
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, reading was waived and a motion to
approve the Consent Calendar as outlined in the meeting's
agenda, with the exception of Resolution Nos. 2005 -313,
2005 -315 and 2005 -317, was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
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Items for Consideration:
2005 -312 CONGRATULATING MICHAEL J. PARMAN, PUBLISHER OF
THE PRESS DEMOCRAT, ON THE OCCASION OF HIS
RETIREMENT
Councilmember Flores commended Mr. Parman for his efforts
as a publisher. Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores,
seconded by Mayor Mackenzie, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED,
reading was waived and Resolution 2005 -312 was ADOPTED.
2005 -315 AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR REPLACEMENT FORKLIFT
FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Councilmember Smith commended staff for their economic
approach. Upon MOTION by Councilmember Smith, seconded by
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading
was waived and Resolution 2005 -315 was ADOPTED.
2005 -317 AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
CITY OF SANTA ROSA FOR GRAPHICAL INFORMATION
SYSTEMS (GIS) SERVICES
Councilmember Smith commended staff for working on the
agreement for this needed service with the City of
Santa Rosa. Upon MOTION by Councilmember Smith, seconded by
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading
was waived and Resolution 2005 -317 was ADOPTED.
5. STREET NAME CHANGES OF CITY HALL DRIVE AND PADRE PARKWAY
TO CITY CENTER DRIVE:
Consideration of proposed changing of street names:
1. Staff Report: Senior Engineering Technician
Pedroncelli shared the contents of the Staff Report
and responded to Council questions /comments.
2. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Mackenzie opened the Public
Hearing at 7:26 p.m. There being no members of the
public interested in commenting on this matter,
Mayor Mackenzie closed the Public Hearing at
7:26 p.m.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2005 -321 APPROVING CHANGING STREET NAMES OF CITY HALL DRIVE
AND PADRE PARKWAY TO CITY CENTER DRIVE
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Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
A MOTION was made by Councilmember Flores, seconded by
Councilmember Breeze, to adopt Resolution 2005 -321.
Under discussion, Councilmember Breeze expressed concern
about waste and cost to the City. Councilmember Flores
called attention to three letters submitted to the City
regarding this matter, and he expressed support for the
proposal. Councilmember Smith inquired if there was
already a street named "Civic Center." Vice Mayor
Vidak- Martinez discussed how the street name changes
will set things up for rejuvenated plans, and Mayor
Mackenzie expressed support for the proposal. After
the motion, which was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was
waived and Resolution 2005 -321 was ADOPTED.
6. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS:
1. File No. PL2005 -049MC - Proposed Amendments to
Section 17.07.020.(N)`(10)a of the Rohnert Park
Municipal Code regarding Continued Affordability
for Inclusionary Housing including adequacy of a
Negative Declaration:
a. Staff Report: Housing and Redevelopment Project
Manager Ellena reviewed the contents of the Staff
Report and responded to Council questions /comments.
b. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Mackenzie opened the Public
Hearing at 7:35 p.m.
1. David Grabill, Housing Advocacy Group, was recognized and
urged Council to take a deeper look at the Inclusionary
ordinance to try to pick up the amount of affordable
housing built in Rohnert Park. He suggested that the
City increase the inclusionary percentage to 20 percent.
He also suggested that the City watch out for secondary
units as they probably would not be counted toward
affordable housing. Finally he encouraged the City to
consider a jobs housing linkage fee.
Mayor Mackenzie closed the Public Hearing at
7:44 p.m.
c. Resolution for Adoption:
2005 -322 CERTIFYING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING TITLE 17, ZONING, OF THE ROHNERT PARK
MUNICIPAL CODE, SUBSECTION 17.07.020.(N)(10)a OF
THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING
CONTINUED AFFORDABILITY FOR INCLUSIONARY HOUSING
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Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
A MOTION was made by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded
by Councilmember Breeze, to adopt Resolution 2005 -322.
Under discussion, Councilmember Breeze indicated that it
makes sense to proceed with this resolution. Councilmember
Flores discussed the continuing need to focus on affordable
housing. Councilmember Smith expressed a desire to see a
discussion of a jobs housing linkage fee on a future agenda.
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez spoke of growth in conjunction
with the City's General Plan provisions. She noted that
the Council has taken,a proactive stance and that this
resolution is part of the Council's focus on affordable
housing. Mayor Mackenzie discussed upcoming annexations
and opportunities for infill development. He noted that
the City is in a position to move forward on affordable
housing, and he requested that staff AGENDIZE under
"Matters for /from Council" consideration of a jobs housing
linkage fee. After the motion, which was UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVED, reading was waived and Resolution 2005 -322 was
ADOPTED.
d. Waive Further Reading and Introduce Ordinance by
reading title:
No. 748 AMENDING TITLE 17, ZONING, OF THE ROHNERT PARK
MUNICIPAL CODE, SUBSECTION 17.07.020(N)(10)a
CONCERNING CONTINUED AFFORDABILITY FOR INCLUSIONARY
HOUSING
Council Motion /Discussion /Roll Call Vote:
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Breeze, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading
was waived and Ordinance No. 748 was INTRODUCED BY ROLL
CALL VOTE.
2. File No. PL 2005 -050MC - Proposed Amendments to
Section 17.07.020(H) of the Rohnert Park Municipal
Code regarding Density Bonus for Affordable Housing
Requirements including adequacy of a Negative
Declaration:
a. Staff Report: Housing and Redevelopment Project
Manager Ellena reviewed the contents of the Staff
Report and responded to Council questions /comments.
b. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Mackenzie opened the Public
Hearing at 7:58 p.m. There being no members of the
public interested in speaking on this matter, Mayor
Mackenzie closed the Public Hearing at 7:58 p.m.
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c. Resolution for Adoption:
2005 -323 CERTIFYING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING TITLE 17, ZONING, OF THE ROHNERT PARK
MUNICIPAL CODE, SUBSECTION 17.07.020(H) OF THE
ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING DENSITY
BONUS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice
Mayor Vidak- Martinez, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was
waived and Resolution 2005 -323 was ADOPTED.
d. Waive Further Reading and Introduce Ordinance by
reading title:
No. 749 AMENDING TITLE 17, ZONING, OF THE ROHNERT PARK
MUNICIPAL CODE, SUBSECTION 17.07.020(H) OF THE
ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING DENSITY
BONUS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Council Motion /Discussion /Roll Call Vote:
A MOTION was made by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Smith, to introduce Ordinance No. 749. Under
discussion, Councilmember Flores .stated that affordable
housing has always been a major concern of the Council's,
and he discussed the limited opportunities in the last
five years regarding affordable housing. He also welcomed
the Arbors project to the community. After the motion,
which was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and
Ordinance No. 749 was INTRODUCED BY ROLL CALL VOTE.
7. DRIVE- THROUGH WINDOW ISSUE PAPER:
Council consideration of direction following review of
examining the possibility of prohibiting or otherwise
limiting the number of drive - through operations allowed
in the City as a potential way of reducing pollutant and
greenhouse gas emissions from idling engines and
following "Smart Growth" principles that seek to foster
a more pedestrian- friendly environment less focused on
the automobile:
1. Staff Report: Director Community Development
Bendorff reviewed the contents of the Staff Report
and responded to Council questions /comments.
2. Public Comment: None.
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3. Council discussion /direction: Councilmember Breeze
discussed how there is a segment of the population
that needs the convenience of drive- throughs, and
she expressed concern about limiting drive - throughs
to certain businesses.' She SUGGESTED that staff
consider drafting an amended ordinance to include
language regarding additional fees for businesses
with drive - throughs. Councilmember Flores noted the
high cost of gasoline, and he concurred with the
environmental concerns outlined in the Staff Report.
Councilmember Smith indicated that he would
discourage drive - throughs and support hybrid
vehicles. He also noted that drive - throughs are
appropriate only for certain areas. Vice Mayor
Vidak- Martinez SUGGESTED restricting drive - throughs
to regional commercial districts, with the exception
of pharmacy drive - throughs. Mayor Mackenzie noted
his support for Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez' suggestion,
adding his SUGGESTION that development agreements
should reflect limitations in certain areas.
Mayor Mackenzie DIRECTED STAFF to come back with a
focused proposal, incorporating the suggestions
outlined above, for Council review. Councilmember
Breeze expressed concern about limiting drive - throughs
to regional commercial areas. She stated that that
does a disservice to people in the outlying areas.
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez spoke about moving forward
with the ideas of foot traffic and walkability within
the shopping areas.
8. GREEN BUILDING ORDINANCE UPDATE:
Consideration of options:
1. Staff Report: Director Community Development
Bendorff and Deputy Chief Building Official Bruck
reviewed the contents of the Staff Report and
responded to Council questions /comments.
2. Public Comments: None.
3. Council Discussion /Direction: Councilmember Breeze
expressed support for keeping mandatory points low
and having some voluntary efforts. Councilmember
Flores expressed an interest in moving forward with
a push for energy - saving appliances and the use of
solar panels. Councilmember Smith reviewed the list
of factors to be considered.as outlined in the Staff
Report. Of note, he expressed support for applying
the standards to new residential, multi- family
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residential and existing and new commercial projects;
for photovoltaic panels; for use of shade trees; and
for water - efficient landscaping. Vice Mayor Vidak-
Martinez expressed support for a comprehensive program
that includes mandatory requirements at a doable level
and incentives for voluntary compliance. She also
expressed support for the techniques to apply to new
singly- family residential and multi - family
residential; for use of Energy Star appliances; and
for the use shade trees. She noted that the City can
do a better job with shade trees in public and
business spaces. Mayor Mackenzie summarized Council's
CONCURRENCE in terms of DIRECTIONS FOR STAFF by stating
that the Council is interested in performance, and he
suggested that staff consider a working -group approach
to evaluate what is doable.
9. CALIFORNIA TIGER SALAMANDER ISSUES:
Consideration of Planning Agreement regarding the Santa
Rosa Plain Conservation Strategy Plan:
1. Staff and City Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee Report:
City Manager Donley updated Council regarding the
drafting of new language acceptable by the U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Services for this resolution, and at his
request, Council CONCURRED TO AGENDIZE consideration
of the re- drafted resolution for the November 8th
Council meeting. Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez shared
additional comments.
2. Public Comments: None.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2005 -324 ENDORSING AND SUPPORTING THE PRINCIPLES AND
APPROACH TO THE CONSERVATION AND PROTECTION OF THE
CALIFORNIA TIGER SALAMANDER AND LISTED PLANT
SPECIES SET FORTH IN THE SANTA ROSA MITIGATION
GUIDELINES CONTAINED IN THE STRATEGY AND CURRENTLY
USED BY THE UNITED STATES FISH AND WILDLIFE
SERVICES (USFWS) AND THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
FISH AND GAME (CDFG); APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING
THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE PLANNING AGREEMENT
REGARDING THE SANTA ROSA PLAIN CONSERVATION
STRATEGY PLAN; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
FILE A NOTICE OF EXEMPTION
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Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
Consideration of said resolution DEFERRED per staff
recommendation to the November 8th Council meeting.
10. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS:
1. Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA)
request to consider authorizing the Mayor to sign
letter to Caltrans Director Will Kempton in support
of maintaining funds for two projects:
Council Discussion /Direction /Action: At the request
of Mayor Mackenzie, Council CONCURRED to authorized
the Mayor to sign said letter.
2. Water Issues Subcommittee, October 12, 2005 meeting:
Councilmember Flores and Mayor Mackenzie reviewed
discussions regarding Water Problem Areas, the Water
Consumption Update and repair efforts for the broken
pipe.
FOR THE RECORD, City Manager Donley stated that to the
extent The Press Democrat wants to get the facts right,
the City had no intentions of confusing the matter regarding
a collapsed sewer pipe. He indicated that the City is
concerned because its line is of the same age and
construction as the one that broke in Santa Rosa. He
discussed the severe damage that could occur to the Laguna
if the City's pipe broke, and he stressed the need to
upgrade the system. He reiterated that there was no intent
on the City's part to misrepresent the facts to the press.
He also noted that the new project is about 75 percent
complete.
Mayor Mackenzie REQUESTED a report to Council in
late November from Director Public Works /City Engineer
Jenkins regarding the Water Consumption Update.
3. Mayor's meeting with Sonoma State University (SSU)
Academic Senate, October 13, 2005: Mayor Mackenzie
noted that he gave an overall State of the City
address. He stated that there was disagreement with
SSU representatives regarding their proposed housing
project in terms of the City supplying municipal
services. City Manager Donley gave an update on a
letter from LAFCO to SSU regarding this matter.
Mayor Mackenzie SUBMITTED two letters to City Manager
Donley, for copy to the Councilmembers, regarding
building on lands outside of the Urban Growth Boundary.
The Mayor expressed a desire for discussions in the
near future.
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4. Tribal Ad Hoc Committee meeting with National Indian
Gaming Commission, October 18, 2005: Mayor Mackenzie
and Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez reviewed the discussions
of the meeting. At their suggestion, Council AGREED
TO DIRECT City Attorney Kenyon to request further
clarification from the National Indian Gaming
Commission regarding the federal process.
5. Rohnert Park - Cotati Regional Library Advisory Board,
October 18, 2005 meeting: Councilmember Smith
reviewed direction for certain agenda items per said
meeting.
6. Sonoma County Waste Management Agency (SCWMA),
October 19, 2005 meeting: Councilmember Smith
summarized discussions regarding tipping fees and
reduction of household hazardous waste.
7. Emergency Response Training, October 19, 2005:
Councilmember Smith and Mayor Mackenzie reviewed
information from this training session. Vice
Mayor Vidak- Martinez expressed concern that she got
no written information regarding attending this
meeting. Mayor Mackenzie reiterated to staff that
all Councilmembers need to get timely information
regarding meetings and events.
8. Green Music Center Event at Sonoma State University,
October 19, 2005: Councilmember Smith and Mayor
Mackenzie shared comments about their attendance at
the Green Music Center Foundation Pylon Signing.
9. Other informational reports, if any:
a. Government to Government Relations: A Forum on
Indian Gaming: Mayor Mackenzie noted that he will
be attending this forum tomorrow.
b. Cultural Arts Commission Art in the Park Event last
Sunday: Mayor Mackenzie SUGGESTED that the ten
banners which the City now owns be displayed near
City Center Drive. He also thanked the Cultural
Arts Commission and various sponsors of said event.
c. Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) Fall
General Assembly, Thursday, October 27, 2005:
Mayor Mackenzie announced this meeting, noting that
affordable housing is the topic. The Mayor
SUBMITTED the flier for said assembly to City
Manager Donley.
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d. Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Arbors,
October 26, 2005 at 4:00 p.m.: Mayor Mackenzie
announced said event.
11. COMMUNICATIONS:
Communications per the attached outline were brought to
the attention of Council.
a. United Way: Councilmember Smith encouraged United
Way contributions by City employees.
b. Letter from Marilee Montgomery /Letter from Brookfield
Homes: Councilmember Smith and Vice Mayor Vidak -
Martinez called attention to said letters. Vice
Mayor Vidak- Martinez noted that Brookfield Homes did
try to work with SSU regarding SSU's proposed housing
development.
c. Letter of Appreciation from Division of Adult
Operations at San Quentin: Councilmember Smith and
Vidak - Martinez called attention to said letter. Vice
Mayor Vidak - Martinez REQUESTED that said letter be
forwarded to the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria
as their funds are used to finance the City's canine
unit.
d. Thank you letter for use of Spreckels Performing Arts
Center for "Dance for Relief" fundraiser for
hurricane victims: Councilmember Smith called
attention to this letter.
e. Marilee Montgomery letter re concerns regarding the
proposed casino: Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez
RECOMMENDED that Council read said letter concerning
an irrevocable waiver of immunity.
f. Letter regarding Sonoma County's Dependency Court: At
the suggestion of Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, Council
CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF to place the flier regarding
becoming a foster parent in the City page of The
Communitv Voice.
12. MATTERS FROM /FOR COUNCIL:
1. Vicious Dogs /Pit Bulls: Councilmember Breeze
explained her grave concern over the recent pit bull
attacks in C Section, and she urged Council to
support a stricter ordinance.
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At the recommendation of Councilmember Breeze, Council
CONCURRED TO DIRECT the Department of Public Safety
and City Attorney Kenyon to report back on what the
City can do to draft a stricter ordinance in terms of
neutering and containment of vicious animals.
2. Schedule of Events and Meetings: Mayor Mackenzie
referred Council to said document provided in the
agenda packets.
3. City Council Agenda Forecast: Mayor Mackenzie
referred Council to said document provided in the
agenda packets. The Mayor noted that he will be out
of town from this Friday through November 6th. He
stated that Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez will help with
the next agenda and will be the senior elected
official in his absence.
4. Other informational items, if any:
a. Annual Employers Best Practices Awards: Mayor
Mackenzie noted his recent attendance.at this
event.
b. Conference re Housing and Transportation Issues
and Related Best Practices: At the request of
Mayor Mackenzie, Council CONCURRED to allow the
Mayor to pursue holding a conference regarding
said issue in conjunction with other California
mayors and the Local Government Commission.
c. Santa Rosa Mayor's Gang Task Force: Councilmember
Flores REQUESTED that the City continue to share
its data on gangs with Task Force.
d. Wastewater Discharge document: Councilmember
Smith called attention to an October 25, 2005
article in The Press Democrat stating that Santa
Rosa is no longer the major polluter of the
Russian River. He also reiterated the need for
the City's new sewer line.
e. Redwood Food Bank: Councilmember Smith stated
that there is a need for extra volunteers at the
Redwood Food Bank in November and December. He
told members of the public to call 707/523 -7900.
f. Death of Rosa Parks: Councilmember Smith
reflected on the history- making life of Ms. Parks.
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13. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
1. Update on Scoping Meeting for Environmental Impact
.Study (EIS) for Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria
(FIGR) Casino, October 19, 2005: City Manager Donley
stated that NIGC is taking comments until
November 4th, and that members of the public can
obtain information at City Hall and write, fax or
e -mail their comments to City Hall through said date.
2. Update on Senior Planner, Management Analysts,
Assistant City Manager: City Manager Donley announced
that Maureen Rich has been selected as Senior Planner,
starting December lst. He stated that staff has
finalized recruitment for the Management Analyst
position in Finance, while Eydie Tacata has been
selected as the Management Analyst for the Engineering
Department. Finally he noted that staff expects to
appoint an Assistant City Manager shortly after the
first of the year.
3. United Way Campaign underway, October 20, 2005: City
Manager Donley encouraged participation throughout
the community.
4. Other informational items, if any:
a. Presentation to LAFCO: City Manager Donley stated
that the City will be meeting with LAFCO on
November 2,_2005 to present Specific Plans and to
begin moving forward.
b. Maureen Rich, Senior Planner: Mayor Mackenzie
noted that he and Councilmember Smith were
introduced to Ms. Rich last Sunday at a golfing
event fundraiser.
14. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Members of the public desiring to speak were invited to
come forward. No members of the public responded.
Mayor Mackenzie ADJOURNED the City Council meeting at
9:50 p.m. to consecutively and separately convene the
meetings of the Community Development Commission and the
Rohnert Park Financing Authority.
*City Council /Community Development Commission/
Rohnert Park Financing Authority -
City of Rohnert Park *CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES
October 25, 2005 Page(16)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
of the
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
October 25, 2005
Tuesday
The Meeting of the City of Rohnert Park for the Community
Development Commission (CDC) met this date in Regular
Session commencing at 9:50 p.m. at the Rohnert Park City
Hall, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with
Chairperson Mackenzie presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Mackenzie CALLED the CDC Meeting to order at
9:50 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (5) Commissioners Breeze, Flores, Smith and
Vidak- Martinez; Chairperson Mackenzie
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the CDC Meeting:
Executive Director Donley, Assistant General Counsel Whelan,
Videographer Beltz and Transcriber Leonard.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: None.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Chairperson Mackenzie asked if there were any questions
about matters on the Consent Calendar._ No Commissioner
responded.
A. APPROVAL OF CDC PORTION OF CONCURRENT CITY MEETING
MINUTES FOR:
REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 11, 2005
B. APPROVAL OF CDC BILLS /DEMANDS FOR PAYMENT:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION IN THE AMOUNT OF:
$174,290.92
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Rohnert Park Financing Authority
City of Rohnert Park *CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES
October 25, 2005 Page(17)
C. ACCEPTING CASH /INVESTMENTS REPORT FOR MONTH ENDING
JULY 31, 2005:
Upon MOTION by Commissioner Smith, seconded by
Commissioner Flores, reading was waived and a motion to
approve the CDC Consent Calendar, as outlined in the
meeting's agenda, was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
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2. ADJOURNMENT OF CDC MEETING:
There being no further business, Chairperson Mackenzie
adjourned the CDC Meeting at 9:50 p.m.
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ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
of the
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
October 25, 2005
Tuesday
The Meeting of the City of Rohnert Park for the Rohnert
Park Financing Authority (RPFA) met this date in Regular
Session commencing at 9:50 p.m. at the Rohnert Park City
Hall, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with
Chairperson Mackenzie presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Mackenzie CALLED the RPFA Meeting to order at
9:50 P.M.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (5) Members Breeze, Flores, Smith and
Vidak- Martinez; Chairperson Mackenzie
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of. the RPFA Meeting:
Executive Director Donley, Assistant General Counsel Whelan,
Videographer Beltz and Transcriber Leonard.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: None.
*City Council /Community Development Commission/
Rohnert Park_;Financing Authority,
City of Rohnert Park *CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES
October 25, 2005 Page(18)
1. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Chairperson Mackenzie asked if there were any questions
about matters on the Consent Calendar. No Member
responded.
A. APPROVAL OF RPFA PORTION OF CONCURRENT CITY MEETING
MINUTES FOR: ' .
REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 11, 2005
Upon MOTION by Member Flores, seconded by Member Smith,
reading was waived and a motion to approve the
RPFA Consent Calendar, as outlined in the meeting's agenda,
was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
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2. ADJOURNMENT OF RPFA MEETING:
There being no further business, Chairperson Mackenzie
adjourned the RPFA Meeting at 9:51 p.m.
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Ja e Mackenzie
Mayor
Cit of Rohnert Park
*City Council /Community Development Commission/
Rohnert .Park-Financing Authority