2005/11/22 City Council MinutesCITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES for:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
November 22, 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 6:00 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
6:00 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (5) Councilmembers 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 of
Administrative Services Lipitz, Finance Services Manager
Lauchner, Public Works /City Engineer Jenkins, Director of
Community Development Bendorff, Deputy Chief Building
Official Bruck, Director Public Safety Bullard, Public
Safety Officer /Fire Inspector Adam, Public Safety Lieutenant
Frazer and Videographer Beltz.
1. SCHEDULED APPEARANCES /PRESENTATIONS:
1. Sonoma County Adult & Youth Development (SCAYD)
presentation on Homeless Prevention Program by
Coordinator Lora Neffson: Ms. Neffson provided a
brief update on the program, and she referred to the
flier provided to Council. Ms. Neffson noted that
the Homeless Prevention Information line is 707/588-
2285, and she responded to Council questions /comments.
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez REQUESTED to know how many
children are served by this program and to have that
information passed on to the School District.
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2. Presentation on University District by:
Kevin Pohlson and Steve Holmes, Brookfield Homes:
Mr. Pohlson clarified recent statements
regarding Brookfield Homes and issues concerning
affordable housing, the School District and the
General Plan. Mr. Holmes discussed the quality
of Brookfield Homes' projects, including the use
of both union and non -union labor and third -
party architectural reviews. He also remarked
on the settlement of cases between Brookfield
Homes and some of its subcontractors.
Joe Perkins, Home Builders Association:
Mr. Perkins discussed the consequences of
Project Labor Agreements (PLAs), noting that the
Association supports both union and non -union
labor, yet parts ways with unions when PLAs are
involved.
2. SSU STUDENT REPORT:
Sonoma State University Associated Students, Inc. by
James J. Reilly, III, Legislative Representative:
Mr. Reilly was not present.
3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES /COMMENTS:
1. Kevin Pohlson, 500 La Gonda Wav, Danville
and
2. Steve Holmes, 500 La Gonda Wav, Danville
and
3. Joseph Perkins, 200 Porter Drive, San Ramon
Mayor Mackenzie noted that said speakers shared their
comments during Agenda Item No. 1, "Scheduled
Appearances /Presentations."
4. Ben Boyce, Sonoma, was recognized and indicated that
he will wait to speak for Agenda Item No. 8,
"Workforce Housing Linkage Fee - Status Report."
5. Susan F. Ibarra, 583 Laguna Drive, was recognized and
expressed grave concern about the cutting of poplar
trees behind Target and University of Sports. She
noted the sucker roots will inevitably come up and
have serious effects on the sewers, foundations and
streets. She suggested that the City require permits
to cut down trees.
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Staff responded to Council questions regarding this
matter, and Council CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF to
investigate the issue.
6. Sabrina Ross, 1930 Alderbrook Lane, Santa Rosa, was
recognized and, as a representative of the Sonoma
County Housing Advocacy Group, she discussed the
University District project, calling for Council
support of union jobs and a 20- percent affordable
housing percentage for the project. She also noted
concerns about Brookfield Homes' ongoing
relationship with a subcontractor who is currently
involved in litigation.
7. Joe Hart, 1320 Deturk Avenue, Santa Rosa, was
recognized and, as a Field Representative for the
Carpenters Union, Local 751, he discussed how unions
restore dignity to job sites by providing more
training and better wages to the workers. He also
noted that quality, pay and safety are compromised
when jobs are rushed.
8. Ben Boyce, 380 A Siesta Way, Sonoma, was recognized
and, as a representative of the Living Wage Coalition,
he expressed support for union jobs for the University
District project. He noted the growth of the low -wage
service sector, and he encouraged Council to support
union jobs, which benefit the community by providing
higher skills and better training.
9. Alex Lantsberg, 265 Hegenberger Road, No. 220, was
recognized and discussed building defects and quality
issues at Brookfield Homes' projects in Santa Rosa
and Brisbane, and he called attention to problems
with a Brookfield Homes' Southern California division
project in which several key components of the job
were not met. He expressed support for unions and
Project Labor Agreements, and he urged the City to
make sure it maintains effective oversight in the
Development Agreement. He also referred Council to
a seven - minute video, previously provided to Council,
regarding the Carpenters Union Pre - Apprenticeship
Program for 2005. In response to an inquiry by Vice
Mayor Vidak- Martinez, Mr. Lantsberg noted that he
had never appeared before the Santa Rosa or Brisbane
City Councils regarding Brookfield Homes' projects as
that was before April of 2005 when he was hired by the
Northern California Carpenters Regional Council.
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10. Barbara Greene, P.O. Box 758, Cotati, was recognized
and discussed local neighborhood interest in creating
an Adopt -A -Creek type program. Ms. Greene suggested
an expedited implementation of such program,.and she
recommended that it be under the direction of the
Public Works Department.
11. David Grabill, Housing Advocacy Group, was recognized
and expressed concern that the University District
Specific Plan is not be creating the housing
opportunities for Sonoma State University faculty,
staff and students called for in the City's General
Plan. He urged the City to support a higher
percentage of affordable units and to steer the
proposal in the direction of meeting the needs of the
citizens of Rohnert Park and SSU's faculty, staff and
students.
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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 -336 per Mayor Mackenzie's recommendation;
Resolution No. 2005 -337 per Councilmember Flores'
recommendation; Resolution No. 2005 -341 per Councilmember
Smith's recommendation. After Councilmember Smith signified
removal of the Minutes for the Special Meeting and Regular
Concurrent City Meetings on November 8, 2005, Council
CONCURRED TO DEFER approval of said minutes.
A. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL PORTION OF CONCURRENT MEETING
MINUTES FOR:
SPECIAL MEETING - NOVEMBER 8, 2005 - DEFERRED
REGULAR CONCURRENT CITY MEETINGS - NOVEMBER 8, 2005 -
DEFERRED
B. APPROVAL OF CITY BILLS /DEMANDS FOR PAYMENT CONCURRENTLY
FOR:
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK /CITY COUNCIL IN THE AMOUNT OF:
$2,527,220.79
C. ACCEPTING CASH /INVESTMENTS REPORT FOR MONTH END, JULY 31,
2005 FOR:
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK /CITY COUNCIL - DEFERRED
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D. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION:
2005 -338 AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR REPLACEMENT OF FABRIC
AWNINGS AT PUBLIC SAFETY MAIN STATION TO PJ'S
CANVAS
2005 -339 AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR EQUIPMENT FOR PUBLIC
SAFETY POLICE CARS TO L.C. ACTION
2005 -340 AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) PATROL
VEHICLE.COMPUTERS FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
SAFETY FROM OAKLAND COMPUTER COMPANY
2005 -342 AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE
McKIM DESIGN GROUP FOR DESIGN OF CITY HALL AT
130 AVRAM AVENUE
2005 -343 AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE CANON MANOR COST-
SHARING AGREEMENT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SEWER
COLLECTION SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS
2005 -344 APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO TASK ORDER 2004 -14
WITH WINZLER & KELLY CONSULTING ENGINEERS FOR
ENGINEERING SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE DESIGN
OF THE EASTSIDE TRUNK SEWER (CITY PROJECT
NO. 2004 -5)
2005 -345 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF JOSE N. UGARTE (RE ALLEGED
VEHICLE DAMAGE BY CITY EMPLOYEE)
2005 -346 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF LAURA BISHOP (RE INJURIES
SUSTAINED FROM ALLEGED UNEVEN SIDEWALK)
2005 -347 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF SCOTT UNDERWOOD REPRESENTED
BY ROBERT C. HUBBS OF KNEISLER SCHONDEL & HUBBS
(RE INJURIES DUE TO FALL ON ALLEGED UNEVEN
SIDEWALK)
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Breeze, 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 -336,
2005 -337 and 2005 -341, was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Items for Consideration:
2005 -336 HONORING AND EXPRESSING APPRECIATION TO CATHERINE
ISETT FOR HER YEARS OF SERVICE ON THE CULTURAL
ARTS COMMISSION
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Mayor Mackenzie READ AND PRESENTED the resolution of
appreciation to Ms. Isett. The Mayor noted that an
official, framed copy of the resolution will be sent
to Ms. Isett.at her new address, and Ms. Isett shared
brief comments.
Upon MOTION by Mayor Mackenzie, seconded by Councilmember
Smith, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and
Resolution 2005 -336 was ADOPTED.
2005 -337 RECOGNIZING THE ROHNERT PARK COMMUNITY BAND FOR
ITS TALENT AND VALUABLE CONTRIBUTION TO THE
COMMUNITY
Councilmember Flores commended the Community Band for its
talent and contributions to the community. Upon MOTION by
Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez,
and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and
Resolution 2005 -337 was ADOPTED.
2005 -341 APPROVAL OF PLANS AND CALL FOR SEALED PROPOSALS
.FOR HINEBAUGH CREEK BIKE BRIDGE PROJECT
NO. 2003 -15
Councilmember Smith requested Council support for
completion of a bike path through the City, particularly
connecting F to H Section, to be placed on the Capital
Improvement Projects (CIP) budget. A MOTION was made by
Councilmember Smith, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez,
to adopt Resolution 2005 -241. Under discussion,
Councilmember Flores stated that it is important to look
at expanding the bike path. After the motion, which was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and
Resolution 2005 -341 was ADOPTED.
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5. FINANCIAL MATTERS:
1. Annual Budget Review for Fiscal Year 2004 -2005:
Director of Administrative Services Lipitz
DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED the contents of the Staff
Report entitled, "City of Rohnert Park: Financial
Review, Fiscal Year 2005," via a Power Point
presentation. Staff responded to Council questions
and comments. Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez REQUESTED
a breakdown of the figures for the General Government
Variance Analysis, specifically for the Legal Services
Department. Mayor Mackenzie REQUESTED more
information regarding demographics per the Parks
and Recreation Expenditures Variance Analysis.
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2. Enhanced Ca1PERS Plan: Director of Administrative
Services Lipitz DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED the contents
of an October 18 letter from Oliver Consulting. City
Manager Donley shared additional comments.
3. Redwood Empire Municipal Insurance Fund (REMIF)
October 27, 2005 Board Meeting Follow -up:
Councilmember Smith provided a brief oral report on
this matter, particularly the Joint Powers Agreement
with the City and the negotiation of rates.
Councilmember Smith and staff responded to Council
questions and comments.
6. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY - FIRE DIVISION 2006 FEE
SCHEDULE:
1. Presentation by Daniel Adam, Public Safety Officer/
Fire Inspector: Inspector Adam and Lieutenant Frazer
provided a Power Point presentation on this matter,
and they responded to Council questions and comments.
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez REQUESTED a report back
from staff in one year as to the status of the fee
schedule.
2. Public Comments: None.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2005 -348 APPROVING THE 2006 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY -
FIRE SERVICES DIVISION FEE SCHEDULE
Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
A MOTION was made by Councilmember Flores, seconded by
Councilmember Breeze, to adopt Resolution No. 2005 -348.
Under discussion, Councilmember Smith thanked Public
Safety staff for making the fee process easier. Mayor
Mackenzie REQUESTED a one -year review to see how the
schedule works. After the motion, which was UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVED, reading was waived and Resolution 2005 -348 was
ADOPTED.
7. WATER /WASTEWATER - UPDATE:
By Darrin Jenkins, Director of Public Works /City
Engineer: Director Jenkins reviewed the Staff Report
via a Power Point Presentation, and he responded to
Council questions and comments. Councilmember Smith
SUGGESTED that staff do an outreach to mobilehome parks
regarding water - efficient commercial washing machines.
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez suggested that water - efficient
irrigation be added to those outreach efforts as well.
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8. WORKFORCE HOUSING LINKAGE FEE - STATUS REPORT:
1. Status Report by Ron Bendorff, Director of
Community Development: Director Bendorff reviewed
the contents of the Staff Report. Councilmember
Flores SUGGESTED that the linkage fee be staged in
steps as local communities adopt such fees.
At this time, Mayor Mackenzie called forward members of the
public who submitted speaker cards on this matter.
1. Ben Boyce, Sonoma, of the Living Wage Coalition, was
recognized and stated that the Workforce Housing
Linkage Fee represents a progressive policy measure
to address the affordable housing crisis in the
community. He indicated that now is the time for
intervention, and he expressed support for 15 -20
percent for inclusionary housing limits.
2. Nick Caston, 919 Benton, Santa Rosa, President,
Progressive Student Movement, was recognized and, on
behalf of Santa Rosa Junior College students, he
called Council's attention to the large number of
local college graduates who have to leave Sonoma
County because they cannot afford a home here. He
discussed the benefits of keeping young professionals
in town, and he urged Council support for the
Workforce Housing Linkage Fee.
3. Eileen Morris, 421 1/2 8th Street, Petaluma, with the
Living Wage Coalition, was recognized and expressed
her support for policies that help people live in
Sonoma County. She called attention to the rise in
development in Petaluma as it was the first city in
the County to adopt this fee, and she discussed the
Petaluma Chamber of Commerce's unanimous support for
the fee. She suggested that staff contact the
Petaluma Chamber of Commerce and the Living Wage
Coalition for more information.
4. David Grabill, Sonoma County Housing Advocacy Group,
was recognized and encouraged the Council to support
not only the Workforce Housing Linkage Fee, but an
increase of the inclusionary housing percentage to
20 percent as well. He noted that Workforce Housing
Linkage Fees help spread the burden of funding
affordable housing to commercial developers, and he
suggested that City staff review the program adopted
by the County of Sonoma.
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2. Council Discussion /Direction:
Council discussion included the following comments and
questions:
Councilmember Breeze acknowledged that affordable
housing is a priority, but she expressed
concern with placing the burden on developers and
possibly driving out good businesses from town. She
expressed support for gathering more information from
the City of Petaluma, for keeping the Chamber of
Commerce involved in the process, and for adopting a
linkage fee in stages. She also suggested holding off
on increasing the inclusionary housing percentage.
Councilmember Flores expressed support for staff
development of a comprehensive program with staged
implementation considering the perspectives of other
cities. He noted that the stages would change as
other cities adopted linkage fees.
Councilmember Smith indicated that a Workforce Housing
Linkage Fee is needed, and he noted his support for
directing staff to move forward.
Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez called attention to the
critical condition of the City's budget and the
critical need for economic development. She stated
that staff and Council need to have a discussion
about what will sustain a business community in
Rohnert Park. She indicated that she agreed with
the need for uniformity in the process, and she
expressed a desire to hear from the Chamber of
Commerce on this matter and to learn more about
SCAYD's rental assistance program.
Mayor Mackenzie expressed a desire for staff to
communicate with the City of Petaluma regarding their
Workforce Housing Linkage Fee. He also expressed
support for Councilmember Flores' staged approach, as
well as raising the inclusionary housing percentage to
20 percent or possibly higher when Council reviews the
City's budget next year.
Mayor Mackenzie summarized Council Discussion and
Direction as follows: DIRECTIONS FOR STAFF (1) To
review and report back on the City of Petaluma's
experience and rationale in adopting its Workforce
Housing Linkage Fee, and to report back on the
feasibility of a staged approach; and (2) To provide
staff recommendations on raising the Inclusionary
Housing percentage above 15 percent.
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Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez REQUESTED that the Staff
Reports include information regarding the impact on
City staffing, and Councilmember Smith SUGGESTED that
staff work cooperatively with the City of Cotati on
these issues.
RECESS: Mayor Mackenzie declared a break at 9:01 p.m.
RECONVENE: Mayor Mackenzie reconvened the Council at
9:10 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
9. CAMPAIGN FINANCE REFORM:
Consideration of an Ordinance adopting Chapter 2.65,
"Campaign Finance Regulations" of the Rohnert Park
Municipal Code
1. City Attorney Report: Assistant City Attorney Whelan.
DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED copies of Ordinance No. 750
with revised clerical language in Section 2.65.080
regarding disclosure requirements.
2. Public Comments: None.
3. Waive Further Reading and Adopt Ordinance by reading
title:
No. 750 ADOPTING CHAPTER 2.65; "CAMPAIGN FINANCE
REGULATIONS" OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE
Council Motion /Discussion /Roll Call Vote:
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Smith, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, and APPROVED 3 -2 with Councilmember
Breeze and Mayor Mackenzie dissenting, reading was waived
and Ordinance No. 750 was ADOPTED BY ROLL CALL VOTE.
10. SELECTION OF CITY COUNCIL OFFICERS FOR 2006:
Council Discussion /Action:
1. Selection of Mayor:
and
2. Selection of Mayor Pro Tempore (Vice Mayor):
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez expressed appreciation
for the opportunity to be Mayor. However, she
explained the circumstances of her husband's
extended illness and indicated that she would not be
able to be Mayor due to her current circumstances.
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Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Mayor Mackenzie, a motion was made to select
Councilmember Smith as Mayor with Vice Mayor Vidak -
Martinez remaining as Vice Mayor. Under discussion,
Councilmember Breeze expressed appreciation for Vice
Mayor Vidak- Martinez' comments regarding the full
duties of Mayor. Councilmember Flores stated that
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez would have done a good job
were she to have the time. Councilmember Smith
expressed his appreciation for being selected, and he
shared well wishes for Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez'
husband. Mayor Mackenzie thanked Vice Mayor Vidak -
Martinez for her support during difficult times last
year, and he noted how much Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez
has given up in order to continue to show up for
Council matters over the past year. After the
discussion, said motion was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
11. COMMISSION /COMMITTEE /BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
Council review of terms to expire December 31, 2005,
and consideration of sending letter to current
members inquiring about interest in being re= appointed.
Council Discussion /Direction: Council CONCURRED TO
DIRECT STAFF to send letters to current members
inquiring about interest in being re- appointed.
12. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS:
1. Helping Miracles Happen at COTS (Committee on the
Shelterless), Fundraising Breakfast, November 9, 2005:
Councilmember Smith expressed appreciation for the
opportunity to represent the City at this function.
2. General Plan Implementation Ad Hoc Sub - Committee,
November 9, 2005 meeting: Mayor Mackenzie and Vice
Mayor Vidak- Martinez reported on discussions and
information regarding the phasing in of commercial
development for the University District. They noted
that Development Agreement negotiations are ongoing.
3. Water Issues Sub - Committee, November 9, 2005 meeting:
Councilmember Flores DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED the
Minutes from said meeting. Mayor Mackenzie shared
additional comments about the Potter Valley Project
impasse and his efforts to resolve it.
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4. Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association, General
Meeting, November 10, 2005, including consideration
of Ahwahnee Water Principles: Mayor Mackenzie
briefly reported on said meeting.
Council Discussion /Direction /Action: At the
suggestion of Mayor Mackenzie, Council CONCURRED TO
AGENDIZE consideration of adopting the Ahwahnee Water
Principles for a future Council meeting. Mayor
Mackenzie explained his desire to form a working
group from the upcoming Climate Protection Meeting
on March 24, 2006.
5. Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA),
November 14, 2005 meeting, including follow -up on
Go21 Statement of Principles: Mayor Mackenzie
provided a brief update on funding matters. Council
CONCURRED to authorize the Mayor to sign the Go21
Statement of Principles.
6. Cotati - Rohnert Park Unified School District
Advisory 711 Committee, 2005 -2006 Report, Community
Meetings, November, 2005: Councilmember Smith
explained efforts to restructure the School District.
Mayor Mackenzie gave a brief update on matters
concerning the Goldridge school site.
7. Ludwigia Task Force Meeting, November 16, 2005:
Mayor Mackenzie reported on the status of Ludwigia
abatement efforts, particularly the impact of the
abatement on the budget.
8. League of California Cities, Legislative Briefings,
November 16, 2005: Councilmember Smith reported on
matters concerning Proposition 76. City Manager
Donley reported on various matters of interest to the
Council, including the State's balanced budget,
proposed changes on the Federal level in the area of
telecommunications, AB11 - Local Legislative Bodies
Compensation, AB1234 - Compensations and Ethics, and
pit bull legislation. At the suggestion of Mayor
Mackenzie, Council CONCURRED TO DIRECT City Manager
Donley to bring these matters back with
recommendations and suggestions for Council
consideration.
9. Pacific Gas & Electric Company briefing, November 21,
2005: Councilmember Smith DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED a
handout regarding PG &E's winter prices, and City
Manager Donley reported on staff efforts to assist
low- income residents with winter heating costs.
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10. U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement: Mayor
Mackenzie reported on the letter he received
thanking him for participating in the U.S. Mayors
Climate Protection Agreement.
11. Other informational reports, if any:
a. Volunteer Center Event: Councilmember Smith noted
his attendance at an event honoring State Farm for
its disaster - preparedness..
b. Fireworks matters: Councilmember Smith indicated
that he met with some local non- profits before the
meeting, and that he informed them that staff will
be coming back with recommendations regarding
fireworks in January, 2006.
c. Cotati- Rohnert Park Creek Management Plan: Mayor
Mackenzie reported on recent efforts to determine
how to work with the City of Cotati in creating
such a plan.
13. COMMUNICATIONS:
Communications per the attached outline were brought to
the attention of Council.
a. Redwood Creek Apartments: Councilmember Smith
referred to a letter regarding concerns about loud
music coming from a nearby business, and he REQUESTED
to hear back from staff on this matter.
b. Earth - Friendly Holiday Recycling Guide: Councilmember
Smith called Council's attention to the guide provided
by Rohnert Park Disposal.
c. Letter from City Attorney Kenyon regarding Legal
Issues Associated with the Establishment of an Indian
Casino within the City's Urban Growth Boundary: Mayor
Mackenzie called Council's attention to said letter,
which he noted will be posted on the City's web site.
Mayor Mackenzie also SUBMITTED to City Manager Donley
a letter from Stephen L. D'Arcy, Undersheriff of
Placer County, regarding Thunder Valley Arrests'Review
figures. The Mayor REQUESTED that each Councilmember
be provided a copy of said letter, and that the letter
be.forwarded to the Department of Public Safety for
review.
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14. MATTERS FROM /FOR COUNCIL:
1. Schedule of Events and Meetings: Mayor Mackenzie
referred Council to said document provided in the
agenda packets.
2. City Council Agenda Forecast: Mayor Mackenzie
referred Council to said document provided in the
agenda packets.
3. Other informational items, if any: None.
15. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
Informational items, if any:
1. Staff office moves: City Manager Donley noted that
Engineering staff is on the north side of City Hall
now, with Planning staff on the south side of the
building.
2. City Manager Vacation Days: City Manager Donley
advised Council that he will be on vacation from
December 19 -23, and that Director of Administrative
Services Lipitz will be the Acting City Manager.
16. 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
10:05 p.m. to consecutively and separately convene the
meetings of the Community Development Commission and the
Rohnert Park Financing Authority.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
of the
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
November 22, 2005
Tuesday
The Meeting of the City of Rohnert Park for the Community
Development Commission (CDC) met this date in Regular
Session commencing at 10:05 p.m. at the Rohnert Park City
Hall, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with
Chairperson Mackenzie presiding.
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CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Mackenzie CALLED the CDC Meeting to order at
10:05 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.
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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 - NOVEMBER 8, 2005
B. APPROVAL OF CDC BILLS /DEMANDS FOR.PAYMENT:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION IN THE AMOUNT OF:
$248,478.69
C. ACCEPTING CDC CASH /INVESTMENTS REPORT FOR MONTH
ENDING, AUGUST 31, 2005: DEFERRED
Upon MOTION by Commissioner Flores, seconded by
Commissioner Vidak- Martinez, 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 10:05 p.m.
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City of Rohnert Park *CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES
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ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
of the
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
November 22, 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 10:05 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
10:05 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.
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 - NOVEMBER 8, 2005
B. ACCEPTING RPFA CASH /INVESTMENTS REPORT FOR MONTH
ENDING, AUGUST 31, 2005: DEFERRED
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Rohnert Park Financing Authority
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Upon MOTION by Member Vidak- Martinez, seconded by Member
Breeze, 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 10:06 p.m.
Ka y nard
Certified Shorthand Reporter
CSR No. 11599
Ja e Mackenzie /
Mayor
City of Rohnert Park
*City Council /Community Development Commission/
Rohnert Park Financing Authority