2005/05/24 City Council Minutes (3)CITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES for:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
May 24, 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 Regular Meeting to commence at
6:20 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
6:25 p.m. in Closed Session.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (4) Councilmembers Flores and Smith; Vice Mayor
Vidak- Martinez; Mayor Mackenzie
Absent: (1) Councilmember Spradlin
Staff present for all or part of the Regular Session:
Interim City Manager Donley, City Attorney Kenyon, Director
Finance Lipitz, Director Public Safety Bullard, City
Engineer Jenkins, Public Safety Lieutenant Frazer, Senior
Planner Bendorff and Senior Engineering Technician
Pedroncelli.
Mayor Mackenzie stated that Councilmember Spradlin would not
be in attendance this evening due to illness.
1. CLOSED SESSION:
Council met in Closed Session to discuss Personnel Matters
and Real Estate Negotiations.
Mayor Mackenzie reconvened Regular Session at 6:50 p.m. and
led the Pledge of Allegiance. He stated that there was no
action to report per the Closed Session.
At the suggestion of Mayor Mackenzie, Council CONCURRED to
take Agenda Items 17, 18 and 19 out of order.
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17. COMMUNICATIONS: [Out of Order]
Communications per the attached outline were brought to the
attention of the Councilmembers. The following items were
pulled for discussion:
1. Letters from various members of the public regarding
"Girls' Rugby Tournament Incident ": Councilmember
Smith noted that said issue will be discussed under
"Matters from /for Council."
2. Letter /Invitation to event called "Rohnert Park
First ": Mayor Mackenzie indicated that the invitation
to said event, celebrating the employees and friends
of Carl Leivo, was mailed /distributed to all
councilmembers in Sonoma County.
18. CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS: [Out of order]
Mayor Mackenzie referred Council to said document provided
in the agenda packets. Mayor Mackenzie DIRECTED STAFF to
reserve a table for Councilmembers and staff who will be
attending the Financial Overview at the Doubletree Hotel
on Thursday, June 16th at 7:00 p.m.
19. AGENDA FORECAST: [Out of order]
Mayor Mackenzie referred Council to said document provided
in the agenda packets. Interim City Manager Donley NOTED
that there is a SPECIAL MEETING per the Burbank Housing item
on Tuesday, June 7 at 8:30 a.m. Staff responded to
Councilmember Smith's inquiry about the introduction at the
June 14th Council meeting of the General Penalty Ordinance
regarding compliance with reclassification requirements.
2. SCHEDULED APPEARANCES /PRESENTATIONS:
1. Business Environmental Alliance (BEA): Paul Harris,
Co -chair of BEA, and Scott Rosenblum, BEA intern,
DISTRIBUTED fliers and reviewed a slide show
presentation regarding profitability for businesses
through sound environmental practices. Mr. Harris
and Mr. Rosenblum responded to Council questions and
comments. Councilmember Flores SUGGESTED that BEA
partner with the Chamber of Commerce and /or prepare an
article for the City's section in The Community Voice.
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez SUGGESTED that BEA also
consider providing information on the City's.website.
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2. Rancho Cotate High School Environmental Prevention
Coalition (EPC): Kecia Kaiser, Adult Coordinator of
the EPC, introduced four members of EPC, who
DISTRIBUTED copies of a document entitled, "Alcohol
and Tobacco Related Laws" and discussed their
efforts in the community to prevent alcohol and drug
use by youth. Council commended their efforts and
noted the success of the Every 15 Minutes event.
Mayor Mackenzie REQUESTED that the EPC members write
a formal letter to himself as the Mayor and the
Council listing the local stores that the EPC deems
worthy of commendation for their efforts in preventing
alcohol and drug use by youth. The Mayor indicated
that the City will respond with appropriate
recognition of said stores.
3. STUDENT REPORTS:
SSU - Sonoma State University Associated Students,
Incorporated, by James J. Reilly III, Legislative
Representative: Mayor Mackenzie stated that Mr. Reilly
will not be present this evening due to finals.
4. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES /COMMENTS:
Members of the public who filled out a speaker card were
invited to come forward and speak.
1. Jalil Tawasha, 7217 Ruby Court, indicated that he will
speak during Agenda Item No. 7.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Mayor Mackenzie asked if there were any questions about the
matters on the Consent Calendar. Interim City Manager
Donley DEFERRED Resolution 2005 -153. Mayor Mackenzie
signified removal of the following items for further
discussion: Resolution 2005 -144 per Councilmember Flores'
recommendation; Resolution 2005 -147 per Councilmember
Smith's recommendation; and Resolution Nos. 2005 -152 and
2005 -154 per Interim City Manager Donley's recommendation.
A. APPROVAL OF CONCURRENT MEETING MINUTES FOR:
SPECIAL MEETING - MAY 10, 2005
REGULAR CONCURRENT CITY MEETINGS - MAY 10, 2005
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B. APPROVAL OF BILLS /DEMANDS FOR PAYMENT CONCURRENTLY FOR:
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK /CITY COUNCIL IN THE AMOUNT OF
$2,215,999.42
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION IN THE AMOUNT OF:
$6,922.33
C. ACCEPTING CONCURRENTLY CASH /INVESTMENTS REPORT FOR
MONTH ENDING APRIL 30, 2005 FOR:
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK /CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
D. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION:
2005 -143 AGREEMENT WITH MADDAUS WATER MANAGEMENT FOR PEER
REVIEW OF THE ZERO FOOTPRINT REPORT FOR THE
UNIVERSITY DISTRICT SPECIFIC PLAN
2005 -145 APPROVING PLANS AND AUTHORIZING CALL FOR SEALED
BIDS FOR ROHNERT PARK STADIUM DEMOLITION,
PROJECT NO. 2004 -02
2005 -146 APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH INTERACTIVE RESOURCES
FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR THE BURTON AVENUE
RECREATION RE -ROOF AND RENOVATION PROJECT
NO. 2004 -04
and
2005- 146(a) APPROVAL OF TASK ORDER NO. 2005 -09 WITH
WINZLER & KELLY ENGINEERS FOR BURTON AVENUE
RECREATION CENTER RE -ROOF AND RENOVATION
PROJECT NO. 2004 -04
2005 -148 SUMMARILY VACATING EXCESS RIGHT OF WAY, CITY HALL
DRIVE AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
QUITCLAIM DEED TO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK FOR THE
VACATION
2005 -149 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE QUITCLAIM
DEED TO THE ROHNERT PARK INVESTORS, LLC, A
CALIFORNIA CORPORATION FOR ABANDONMENT OF DRAINAGE
EASEMENT, 6285 COMMERCE BOULEVARD
(APN 143 - 051 -056)
2005 -150 ACCEPTING STORM DRAIN EASEMENTS FROM ROHNERT PARK
INVESTORS, LLC, 6285 COMMERCE BOULEVARD
(APN 143 - 051 -056)
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2005 -151 DESIGNATING A VOTING REPRESENTATIVE FOR ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT 05 -1 (SEWER FORCE MAIN PROJECT
NO. 2003 -11)
2005 -155 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF ROBERT KINNAN (REPRESENTED
BY GRADEN TAPLEY, ATTORNEY) REGARDING INCIDENT AT
MCDONALD'S RESTAURANT AND ALLEGED DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC SAFETY INFORMATION OMISSION ON POLICE
REPORT
2005 -156 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF JAMES PRIOR FOR ALLEGED
NECK INJURIES FROM NAUTILUS MACHINE AT THE SPORTS
CENTER
E. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION RESOLUTION:
2005 -02 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO
ACCEPT QUITCLAIM DEED FOR CITY HALL DRIVE
RIGHT -OF -WAY VACATION, 430 AND 450 CITY HALL DRIVE
(APN NOS. 143 - 051 -063 AND 143 - 051 -064)
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, a motion to approve the Consent
Calendar as outlined in the meeting's agenda, with the
exception of Resolution Nos. 2005 -144, 2005 -147, 2005 -152,
2005 -153 and 2005 -154., was APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Councilmember
Spradlin absent.
Items for Consideration:
2005 -144 AUTHORIZING AMENDMENT NUMBER TWO TO THE ORIGINAL
AGREEMENT WITH HECTOR CORREA FOR ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
SERVICES FOR THE THEATRE COMPANY AT SPRECKELS
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Councilmember Flores and Mayor Mackenzie commended
Mr. Correa for his efforts at the Performing Arts Center,
along with Managing.Director Mary McDougall and Performing
Arts Specialist Gene Abravaya. Upon MOTION by
Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Smith,
and APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Councilmember Spradlin absent,
reading was waived and Resolution 2005 -144 was ADOPTED.
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2005 -147 ESTABLISHING APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE CITY.OF
ROHNERT PARK FOR THE 2005 -06 FISCAL YEAR PURSUANT
TO ARTICLE XIII -B OF THE CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION
Councilmember Smith called attention to the enormous impact
of Proposition 13 on cities, and he cited the effects of
Proposition 13 as one of the reasons the City is having
budget difficulties currently. Upon MOTION by
Councilmember Smith, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez,
and APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Councilmember Spradlin absent,
reading was waived and Resolution 2005 -147 was ADOPTED.
2005 -152 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF REVOCABLE LICENSE
FROM THE SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY FOR THE SEWER
INTERCEPTOR /OUTFALL PROJECT NO. 2003 -11
City Engineer Jenkins explained the revision to the
Revocable License, redistributed to Council with the Staff
Report. Councilmember Smith expressed an interest in
having the license become an easement. City Attorney
Kenyon indicated that staff is working on that. Upon
MOTION by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, and APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with
Councilmember Spradlin absent, reading was waived and
Resolution 2005 -152 was ADOPTED.
2005 - APPROVING CERTAIN ENERGY CONSERVATION MEASURES
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AGREEMENTS,
SIGNATORIES AND MAKING OTHER DETERMINATIONS IN
CONNECTION THEREWITH
DEFERRED by Interim City Manager Donley.
2005 -154 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT FOR CITY
ATTORNEY AND SPECIAL COUNSEL SERVICES WITH
McDONOUGH, HOLLAND & ALLEN
City Attorney Kenyon explained a slight revision regarding
an additional section related to rate increases with 60 -day
notice. Mayor Mackenzie discussed Section 4, "Amendment;
Annual Review." Upon MOTION by Councilmember Smith,
seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, and APPROVED 4 -0 -1
with Councilmember Spradlin absent, reading was waived and
Resolution 2005 -144 was ADOPTED AS AMENDED. Mayor
Mackenzie and Councilmember Flores expressed their
pleasure in serving on the subcommittee that negotiated
said contract. Council commended City Attorney Kenyon
and Assistant City Attorney Whelan on their new positions.
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6. REFUSE RATE INCREASE:
Consideration of resolution establishing Solid Waste
Disposal and Rubbish or Refuse Collection Rates:
1. Staff Report: Finance Director Lipitz shared the
contents of the Staff Report via a slide show
presentation. Staff responded to Council questions
and comments. Councilmember Smith noted the recent
water and refuse rate increases and how some residents
may have trouble paying said rates, and he SUGGESTED
that staff return with a report in six months giving
some consideration to a new billing cycle if need be.
Mayor Mackenzie SUGGESTED that the Solid Waste
Subcommittee re- examine the rate of the 95- gallon
container in terms of the City's efforts to recycle.
2. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Mackenzie opened the Public
Hearing at 7:53 p.m. There being no members of the
public desiring to speak on this matter, Mayor
Mackenzie closed the Public Hearing at 7:53 p.m.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2005 -157 ESTABLISHING SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL AND RUBBISH OR
REFUSE COLLECTION RATES
Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
A MOTION was made by Councilmember Flores, seconded by
Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez, to adopt Resolution 2005 -157.
Under discussion, Mayor Mackenzie reiterated his desire
for the Garbage Subcommittee to re- examine the rate of
the 95- gallon container. After the motion, which was
APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Councilmember Spradlin absent, reading
was waived and Resolution 2005 -157 was ADOPTED.
7. TAXI CAB SERVICE:
Consideration of an application from Sammy Tawasha, an
individual, for Certificate of Public Convenience and
Necessity for a Taxi Cab Service for the City of Rohnert
Park:
1. Staff Report: Interim City Manager Donley asked
Council to DEFER said item as the application is not
complete. At the suggestion of City Attorney Kenyon,
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez made a MOTION, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, to CONTINUE this matter to the
June 14th City Council meeting. Said motion was
APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Councilmember Spradlin absent.
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Staff advised Mr. Tawasha regarding the details
missing from the application. Councilmember Smith
noted that the City will be better served with
additional taxi services.
2. PUBLIC HEARING: None held.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2005- FINDING THE PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY FOR
SAMMY TAWASHA dba R.P. SAM'S LIMO TAXI TO PROVIDE
TAXI -CAB SERVICE TO THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
Item DEFERRED to the June 14th City Council meeting.
8. WEED ABATEMENT:
Consideration to abate weeds that are growing within
the City boundaries, which pose a fire hazard and health
menace and are otherwise noxious and dangerous and cause
a public nuisance:
1. Staff Report: Department of Public Safety Lieutenant
Frazer shared the contents of the Staff Report.
2. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Mackenzie opened the Public
Hearing at 8:01 p.m. There being no members of the
public desiring to speak on this matter, Mayor
Mackenzie closed the Public Hearing at 8:01 p.m.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2005 -158 ORDERING THE CITY MANAGER TO ABATE NUISANCES
EXISTING WITHIN THE CITY
Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
A MOTION was made by Councilmember Flores, seconded by
Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez, to adopt Resolution 2005 -158.
Under discussion, Councilmember Flores commented on
the past week's storms, and he commended the Department of
Public Safety for being vigilant in this matter. After the
motion, which was APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Councilmember Spradlin
absent, reading was waived and Resolution 2005 -158 was
ADOPTED.
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PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS (Agenda Items 9 -15):
9. MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARY MORATORIUM ORDINANCE:
Consideration of extending the Interim Ordinance imposing
A moratorium on Medical Marijuana Dispensaries for ten
months and fifteen days:
1. Staff Report: Senior Planner Bendorff reviewed the
contents of the Staff Report and responded to Council
questions /comments.
2. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Mackenzie opened the Public
Hearing at 8:05 p.m. There being no members of the
public desiring to speak on this matter, Mayor
Mackenzie closed the Public Hearing at 8:05 p.m.
3. Ordinance for Adoption by reading title:
No. 741 EXTENSION OF URGENCY ORDINANCE CONTINUING A
MORATORIUM ON MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES
FROM MAY 24, 2005 THROUGH AND INCLUDING
APRIL 25, 2006, TO TAKE EFFECT IMMEDIATELY
Council Motion /Discussion /Roll Call Vote:
A MOTION was made by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, to adopt Ordinance No. 741. Under
discussion, Mayor Mackenzie expressed appreciation to staff
for starting discussions with other communities on this
matter. After the motion, which was APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with
Councilmember Spradlin absent, reading was waived and
Ordinance No. 741 was ADOPTED BY ROLL CALL VOTE.
10. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS:
File PL2005 -018UP Use Permit: Council review of Appeal
of Use Permit for alcoholic beverage sales at a meat
market and grocery store (Juanita Market) at 93 Southwest
Boulevard:
1. Staff Report: Senior Planner Bendorff reviewed the
contents of the Staff Report and responded to Council
questions /comments.
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2. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Mackenzie opened the Public
Hearing at 8:10 p.m.
1. Scott Lewis, Esq.; Tom Jackson, Veale Investment
Properties; and Juan Manuel Diaz, owner, Juanita's
Market, were recognized. Mr. Lewis asked Council to
approve an appeal of the Denial of a Use Permit for
Alcoholic Beverage Sales at a Meat Market and Grocery
Store. Mr. Lewis explained that only five percent of
the market will be used for alcohol beverage sales,
that said display will not be exposed to public view
from the outside of the market, and that Mr. Diaz
will be trained on alcohol issues. Mr. Jackson
DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED a- letter of support from all
of the vendors and business enterprises within the
center. He noted the support from Marie Berg of the
Kumon Learning Center, and he indicated that the Kumon
Learning Center is considered a private tutoring
facility and not subject to licensing requirements of
a school. Mr. Diaz stated to Councilmember Flores in
Spanish that Juanita's Market will specialize in
Mexican food, particularly meat. In response to
Councilmember Smith's inquiry, Mr. Lewis indicated
that Mr. Diaz will cooperate with organizations like
Rancho Cotate's Environmental Prevention Coalition.
Councilmember Smith also noted that Mr. Diaz is
currently operating a market in Santa Rosa, and
Mr. Jackson stated that a conditional use permit is
the only issue still remaining with Alcohol Beverage
Control (ABC) per the Rohnert Park market.
Mayor Mackenzie closed the Public Hearing at 8:15 p.m.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2005 -159 APPROVING AN APPEAL OF THE DENIAL OF A USE
PERMIT FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE SALES AT A MEAT
MARKET AND GROCERY STORE AT 93 SOUTHWEST
BOULEVARD (APN 143 - 150 -049 AND -057) TOM
JACKSON /VEALE INVESTMENT PROPERTIES /JUAN DIAZ/
JUANITA MARKET
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Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
A MOTION was made by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded
by Councilmember Flores, to adopt Resolution 2005 -159.
Under discussion, Councilmember Flores commented on the
growing popularity of Mexican food and the market's focus
on meat. He noted that Kumon Learning Center is not a
school in the traditional sense of the word.
Councilmember Smith stated that Kumon Learning Center is
not a similar use to an elementary, secondary or high
school. He added that the children at Kumon appear to be
well supervised, and he commended the applicant for his
willingness to cooperate on alcohol issues. Per Mayor
Mackenzie's inquiry, City Attorney Kenyon confirmed that
Council is making a determination that a tutorial center
is not a similar use to a school. Councilmember Smith
commented that this matter is very fact - specific. Mayor
Mackenzie commended the Planning Commission for their
dilig.ent consideration of this issue, and he commended the
applicant, noting that Mr. Diaz has the support of all the
other store and business owners in the center. After the
motion, which was APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Councilmember Spradlin
absent, reading was waived and Resolution 2005 -159 was
ADOPTED.
11. CONDO CONVERSION ORDINANCE:
File PL2004- 067MC: Consideration of Public Hearing for
Proposed Addition of Section 17.07.020 (HH) to the
Rohnert Park Municipal Code regarding Condominium
Conversions:
1. Staff Report: Senior Planner Bendorff reviewed the
contents of the Staff Report and responded to Council
questions /comments.
2. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Mackenzie opened the Public
Hearing at 8:26 p.m. There being no members of the
public desiring to speak on this matter, Mayor
Mackenzie closed the Public Hearing at 8:26 p.m.
3. Resolution for Consideration:
2005 -160 CERTIFYING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE ADDITION
OF SECTION 17.07.020(HH) TO'THE ROHNERT PARK
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING CONDOMINIUM CONVERSIONS
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Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
Upon MOTION;by Councilmember Flores, seconded by
Councilmember Smith, and APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Councilmember
Spradlin absent, reading was waived and Resolution 2005 -160
was ADOPTED.
4. Ordinance for Introduction by reading title:
No. 742 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK,
CALIFORNIA, ADDING MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 17.07.020
(HH) REGARDING CONDOMINIUM CONVERSIONS
Council Motion /Discussion /Roll Call Vote:
A MOTION was made by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Smith, to approve Ordinance No. 742. Under
discussion, Mayor Mackenzie expressed an interest in moving
forward per the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance. After the
motion, APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Councilmember Spradlin absent,
reading was waived and Ordinance No. 742 was INTRODUCED BY
ROLL CALL VOTE.
12. HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN:
Consideration of approving submittal of the City's Draft
Annex to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG)
Report, "Taming Natural Disasters," for review, approval
and submittal to FEMA:
1. Staff Report: Senior Planner Bendorff reviewed the
contents of the Staff Report and responded to
Council questions /comments. Mayor Mackenzie SUGGESTED
that staff (1) let citizens know that materials are
available at City Hall regarding the City's building
code and (2) review standards in effect in the early
days of the City to make sure that.any concerns will
be alleviated.
2. Public Comments: None.
3. Resolution for Consideration:
2005 -161 APPROVING THE ABAG REPORT "TAMING NATURAL
DISASTERS" AS THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK'S LOCAL
HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
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Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
A MOTION was made by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, to approve Resolution No. 2005 -161.
Under discussion, Councilmember Flores noted that there is
helpful information contained in said report. After the
motion, APPROVED 4 -0 -1 with Councilmember Spradlin absent,
reading was waived and Resolution 2005 -161 was ADOPTED.
13. ALCOHOL BEVERAGE DISTRIBUTOR:
PL2005 -027: Consideration of Letter of Public
Convenience and /or Necessity for Alcoholic Beverage
Distributor at 5625 State Farm Drive:
1. Staff Report: Senior Planner Bendorff shared the
contents of the Staff Report, and staff responded to
Council questions /comments..
2. Resolution for Adoption:
2005 -162 DENYING THE ISSUANCE OF A LETTER OF PUBLIC
CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY
Council Motion /Discussion /Vote:
A MOTION was made by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember.Flores, to approve Resolution No. 2005 -162.
Under discussion, Councilmember Smith commented on the
definition of "necessity." After the motion, APPROVED 4 -0 -1
with Councilmember Spradlin absent, reading was waived and
Resolution 2005 -162 was ADOPTED.
14. ANNUAL POLICY REVIEW OF THE GROWTH MANAGEMENT PROGRAM:
1. Staff Report: Senior Planner Bendorff shared the
contents of the Staff Report and responded to Council
questions /comments.
2. Public Comments: None.
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3. Council Discussion /Direction /Action: Councilmember
Smith expressed an interest in learning the figure for
the permissible issuance backlog at the joint meeting
of the Council and the Planning Commission. Mayor
Mackenzie and Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez discussed
policy decisions that need to be made, and they
expressed support for a joint meeting with the
Planning Commission prior to its review of the EIR.
Mayor Mackenzie also noted staff's efforts in
dealing with growth management issues, particularly
in terms of Codding Enterprises' efforts.
15. ANNUAL STATUS REPORT ON THE GENERAL PLAN FOR CALENDAR
YEAR 2004:
1. Staff Report: Senior Planner Bendorff shared the
contents of the Staff Report and responded to Council
questions /comments.
2. Public Comments: None.
3. Council Discussion /Direction /Action: Councilmember
Flores commented on the cost of housing and
annexation issues. Councilmember Smith stressed the
importance of Council's goal of sustainability.
Mayor Mackenzie discussed green building standards
and the update of the General Plan scheduled for
this time next year.
16. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS:
1. Sonoma County Housing Coalition 2005 Affordable
Housing Week, May 16, 2005: Mayor Mackenzie reported
on the event, with topics /matters of interest
including the Housing Element Approval and Oak View
Apartments Open House on the afternoon of May 9th.
2. Mayor Bender Cancer Challenge, May 16, 2005: Mayor
Mackenzie explained the event, which helps educate the
public about how to prevent colon cancer.
3. SCAPOSD Commission (Open Space District), May 17,
2005: Mayor Mackenzie noted that the meeting dealt
with the Acquisition Plan.
4. Green 2005 Building Program at Sonoma State
University, May 18, 2005: Councilmember Smith
commented briefly on the event, and he SUBMITTED
information to Interim City Manager Donley regarding
how the City can become a member of the Redwood
Empire Chapter per Green Building efforts.
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5. Every 15 Minutes, may 18, 2005: Councilmembers Flores
and Smith and Mayor Mackenzie shared their views of
this event. Councilmember Smith SUGGESTED that
Council have a discussion with Public Safety staff
regarding budgeting on a trial basis a small amount of
money on cab vouchers.
6. Sonoma County Watershed Day, Occidental, May 21, 2005:
Mayor Mackenzie noted that he defended the City's
water conservation and policies.
7. Climate Protection Conference, May 21, 2005: Vice
Mayor Vidak- Martinez and Councilmember Smith discussed
the City's representation at the conference, and
Councilmember Flores and Mayor Mackenzie commented on
environmental issues and sustainability.
8. Bay Area Water.Forum meeting (ABAG), May 23, 2005:
Mayor Mackenzie stated that this meeting has been
pushed back to June 13, 2005.
9. California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB)
Draft Grant Authorization Letter: Councilmember Smith
explained the requested letter, and Council CONCURRED
TO DIRECT STAFF to send said letter to CIWMB.
10. Other informational items, if any: None.
Agenda Item Nos. 17,18 and 19 previously discussed.
20. MATTERS FROM /FOR COUNCIL:
1. Legislative Action Days, May 11 -12, 2005: Mayor
Mackenzie and Councilmember Smith commented on
Senator Migden's address.
2. Rohnert Park Rugby Tournament, May 14, 2005: Mayor
Mackenzie explained the recent incident of violence
at a girls' rugby tournament, and he recommended
working with the City of Cotati on developing and /or
utilizing coaching programs to provide training and
structure to local coaches. Councilmember Smith
added that any coach or organization using a City
park should discuss said training programs with
Recreation Services Manager Miller. Mayor Mackenzie
DIRECTED STAFF to forward Council's suggestions to
Recreation staff to report back with recommendations
for Council consideration.
3. Rags to Riches (Boys & Girls Club), May 20, 2005:
Councilmember Smith gave a brief report on said event.
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4. Snapshot Day: Sonoma Valley Projects Tour, May 24,
2005: Mayor Mackenzie commented on ideas for a
creek restoration program.
5. Consideration of Art Ibleto, The Pasta King, as an
Honorary Citizen: At the suggestion of Councilmember
Smith, Council CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF to prepare a
resolution for a future agenda to honor Art Ibleto,
the Pasta King.
6. California Junior Miss Program in August:
Councilmember Flores explained this upcoming event on
August 12, 13 and 14. Mayor Mackenzie noted that he
will be at the luncheon on August 13th.
7. Other informational items, if any:
a. Sexual Harassment education: Councilmember Smith
noted that he attended an educational forum
regarding how to prevent sexual harassment, and
he encouraged respectful behavior as the
appropriate approach. Mayor Mackenzie stated that
he and City Engineer Jenkins also attended this
event.
b. Relay for Life: Mayor Mackenzie noted that the
City of Cotati and Rohnert Park will be forming
a cooperative team to participate in the upcoming
event. He stated that anyone interested in joining
the team or donating should call Beth Lidster at
the City of Rohnert park.
21. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
Informational items, if any:
1. California Tiger Salamander: Interim City Manager
Donley noted that the CTS meeting is tomorrow from
1:00 -3:00 p.m.
2. Green Building Standards: Interim City Manager
Donley indicated that he will be providing Council
with a report regarding implementing Green Building
Standards with the new Specific Plan Areas.
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3. Joint Meeting with the Planning Commission, Parks and
Recreation Commission and City Council: Interim
City Manager Donley discussed efforts to organize
a joint meeting in early July after the City's budget
is completed. Councilmembers shared their ideas
about an early evening meeting with dinner to follow.
Council CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF (1) to schedule the
joint meeting for early July and (2) to spend money on
dinner if necessary for an early evening meeting.
22. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Members of the public desiring to speak were invited to
come forward. No members of the public responded.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Mayor Mackenzie ADJOURNED
the meeting at 9:35 p.m.
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