1997/02/11 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes
February 11, 1997
%' The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session
commencing at 6:00 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park,
with Mayor Linda Spiro presiding.
TO ORDER: Mayor Linda Spiro called the regular session to order at approximately
6:50 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance.
CALL: Present: (5) Councilmembers Flores, Mackenzie, Reilly, Vidak - Martinez,
and Mayor Spiro
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney Flitner,
Assistant City Manager Leivo, Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust and Planning
Director Skanchy.
CLOSED SESSION. • Mayor Linda Spiro reported on the closed session which commenced this
evening at 6:00 to discuss matters listed on the agenda attachment, representing an update,
with no action taken at this time.
APPROVAL OFMINUTES: Corrections to the previous meeting minutes were made by Council
and signified on original set of minutes.
Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Vidak - Martinez, the
minutes of January 28, 1997 were unanimously approved as amended.
VAL OFBILLS: Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember
Vidak - Martinez, City bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $698,952.80
were unanimously approved.
O R R E C T 10 N below from 2/25/97 City Council meeting: per Vice Mayor Vicki Vidak- Martinez (deletion lined out/addition underlined)
NON- AGENDAED MATTERS: Mayor Linda Spiro asked if Councilmembers or staff had any non-
agendaed items to add to the agenda. -- Vice Mayor Vicki Vidak - Martinez shared contents
of prepared statement reviewing reasons for her recommendation *te estab :sh pen -eunW
liaison assigmnents ef Cetineilmember-s Fier-es and Maekenzie for- land use issues te pfeNxide
that another compromise team be
formed of Councilmembers Flores and Mackenzie to meet, develop a planning study area for
the General Plan Technical Update as specified in Measure N and bring its recommendation
to the next Council meeting on February 25th -- Discussion included Councilmember
Reilly response, for the record, expressing disagreement that the previous land use minority
representation abandoned the team compromise with refusal to budge from Stony Point
Road, while it was the majority representation that insisted the boundary be all the way out,
as he remembered the compromise offer made by former Councilmember Eck. There would
have been a 4 -1 vote on the Urban Growth Boundary issue if there had been acceptance of
the minority compromise offer for the UGB to read, to the channel on the west extending
down to G Section on the east. -- City Attorney Flitner responded to Council inquiry that,
unless declared an emergency item, it would be necessary to defer a matter needing Council
action to a future agenda. -- Mayor Spiro signified the necessity of deferring f
discussion of this item to Matters from Council listed later on the
-- Councilmember Reilly referenced his memorandum dated February 6, 1997 al
distributed to Council, listing several items to discuss under Matters from prev
- -Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez signified one additional item to add under Matters
Council. -- City Manager Netter signified one item to add under the City Manager's Re
S. YOUTH CITY COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE from 1996 -97 Youth of the Year Program
Mayor Linda Spiro introduced Youth Representative Sarah Campbell, who reported
survey being conducted over the next two weeks at Rancho Cotate High School to
student views on proposed youth projects.
6. SCHEDULED PUBLICAPPEARANCES:
1) Laurie Cameron, Children's Librarian, Rohnert Park Library, expressed appreciation
the invitation to this meeting for introduction to the City Council. She reviewed t
purpose and aspects of this new program centering around the youth of the community.
2) Norma Howard, Public Affairs Director, Pacific Telesis Group, representing PacBell,'
response to previous Council invitation, provided a presentation and responded to Coun,
questions explaining service outages and procedures, overall plans toward servicing t
Rohnert Park community, and efforts to locate office space including consideration `
possibilities in Rohnert Park. -- Council expressed appreciation of these efforts as
offered supportive assistance toward locating office space in Rohnert Park including
letter over the Mayor's signature encouraging this possibility.
3) Dave Eck, 1311 Rosey Court, referenced his memorandum dated February 10, 1997 aj
paraphrased same reviewing concerns as a former Councilmember and current priva
citizen regarding UGB/Measure N and Campaign expenditures. He expressed the hol
that the above - reviewed recommendation statement from Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez w
be some sort of bridge building effort to keep all the interests of the community togethe
With respect to this proposal on the floor, he suggested the Council re- evaluate tl
land use liaison assignments to provide for divergent view points by putting together
divergent committee.
4) Reba Roberts, State Publicist, California Junior Miss, reviewed her letter dated January 2
1997, requesting assistance toward expenses to attend the National Finals for the Californ
Junior Miss event to be held in Mobile, Alabama, June 1997, with Rohnert Park contestai
Celina Yong. -- Discussion concluded in Council direction for this item to be placed c
the next Council meeting agenda for consideration.
MAYOR's INTRODUCTION of VISITORS, rilas and Claire Jones of Tarkio, Missouri
Mayor Linda Spiro introduced visitors attending this Council meeting as the Mayor
Tarkio, Missouri, Vilas Jones, and his wife, Claire, acknowledging that Mr. Jones' daugh
is Judy Hauff, the meeting recorder for Rohnert Park City Council. Mayor Spiro shay
comments from earlier conversation with Mr. Jones related to aspects of the City of Tarl
with a population of 2,300, and expressed appreciation to Mr. and Mrs. Jones for visiti
Rohnert Park's Council meeting. -- Mr. Jones complimented the Council on
representation of differing views and concerns signified in preceding comments ar
commented it was good to see so many people attending the Council meeting whi
signified being vitally interested in their community, as there is nothing that will hamper t
well-being of a community more rapidly than lack of interest.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES. Mayor Linda Spiro stated that in compliance with
State Law (The Brown Act), citizens wishing to make a comment may do so at this time
(limited to 3 -5 minutes per appearance with a 30 minute total time limit). Under legislation
of the Brown Act, in most cases, the Council cannot handle an item without agendizing.
To ensure accurate recording, "Speaker Cards" are provided at the entrance of the
Chamber and persons speaking under unscheduled public appearances are requested to
submit completed cards to the recording clerk.
1) Jeri Ryan, 4 Meadowgreen Court, representing the Rohnert Park Chamber Orchestra,
extended invitations to Council to upcoming concert, distributed brochures, and
summarized the concert Musica del Nuevo Mundo (Music from the New World) to be held
February 22 and 23, 1997. She reviewed successful results of recent music education
program offering concerts for children in the Petaluma and Rohnert Park school districts,
made comparisons with Council's support of the California Junior Miss Program, and
requested similar support of RPCO's beneficial music education program for children.
2) Robin Bleckwehl, President of Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce, 5000 Roberts Lake
Road, distributed letter dated February 11, 1997. Ms. Bleckwehl shared contents therein,
for the record, signifying positive statement on behalf of the Rohnert Park Chamber of
Commerce Board of Directors, the Executive Committee supports recent action of the City
Council adopting Resolution No. 97 -31 directing City staff to formulate an Economic
Development Program, and Resolution No. 97 -30 directing the Planning Commission and
City staff to undertake a General Plan Technical Update.
3) Ben Johnson, 7189 Camino Colegio, new resident to the City of Rohnert Park, encouraged
teamwork within the Council asking that the majority Council representation listen to and
work with the minority Council representation especially pertaining to varied concerns and
election results of Urban Growth Boundary Measure N.
4) Hugh Codding, 6400 Redwood Drive, of Codding Enterprises, representing over 100
businesses supported in Rohnert Park, and approximately 100 of their own employees,
reviewed past successfulness of the growth of this city, and commented on currently having
an excellent City Council with the ability to use good judgment and not shut off production
of the city, which is relevant to the ability and interest of their own business to stay in this
community. He expressed the importance of Rohnert Park to continue to show some
inclination to grow, which should be well planned, in order not to stagnate. Even though
commercial growth is probably adequate now, businesses need to be attracted to fill current
vacancies. Mr. Codding expressed appreciation for all the helpful efforts of Council over
the years, and the help Council is giving to be able to be a vibrant and growing city.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Linda Spiro asked if there were any questions regarding the matters on the Consent
Calendar which were explained in the City Manager's Council Meeting Memo.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the meeting's agenda
Resolution Nos:
97 -32 AMENDING THE CODE OF ETHICS FOR PUBLIC OFFICIALS AND EMPLO
OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
97 -33 DECLARING WEEDS GROWING UPON OR IN FRONT OF CERTAIN PROPEI
WITHIN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK TO BE A PUBLIC NUISA
DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO POST NOTICE THEREOF,
DETERMINING HEARING DATES AS REQUIRED BY CHAPTER 8.08 OF
ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE
Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, t
Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda, was unanimously approved.
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8. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM
A. 1997 -98 Consolidated Plan Annlinatinn Arnnace _ T-T^, o r.,..e.,....__4-
City Manager Netter referenced staff report provided for this item as reviewed in
Council Meeting Memo. Assistant City Manager Leivo explained the staff rel
responded to Council questions, and confirmed this is an annual process in the g
proposals and priority ranking which must be submitted to the Technical Advi
Committee (TAC) by February 28, 1997. The City has received two CDBG prc
applications from (1) Burbank Housing for a site search and pre- development costs fo
affordable housing project in Rohnert Park, and (2) a project titled the Rohnert Park I
Center prepared by City staff with assistance of the Boys and Girls Club and the Son,
County Family YMCA. Mr. Leivo advised Burbank Housing representatives were avail
to respond to Council questions. Representative Ben Johnson was also available to resp
to questions regarding the CDBG program.
Nick Stewart and Kathleen Kane of Burbank Housing reviewed aspects of the
Housing CDBG application and responded to Council questions.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Mayor Linda Spiro opened public comments at approximately 8:20 p.m.
. No one responded.
Resolution No:
97 -34 ESTABLISHING A COMMUNITY -BASED PRIORITIZATION FOR THE COMMUI
ITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Councilmen
Flores, and unanimously approved, signifying first priority for CDBG funding is
Rohnert Park Teen Center (Youth Center) and second priority for CDBG funding is
Rohnert Park Site Search for Burbank Housing, reading of Resolution No. 97 -34
waived and said resolution was adopted.
B. Annlication by COTS for Shared Housing Assistance -- Assistant City Manager
explained the staff report provided for this item acknowledging John Records, Exe,
Director of Committee on the Shelterless (COTS) . This is the agency the City
recommend to take over the shared living homes previously operated by Inno
Housing. By COTS receiving funds from the County's portion of CDBG, it would
Rohnert Park in the various shared living homes located in the City of Rohnert Park.
Manager Netter and Assistant City Manager Leivo responded to Council questions.
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Resolution No:
97 -35 IN SUPPORT OF THE COMMITTEE ON THE SHELTERLESS (COTS)
CDBG PROJECT APPLICATION FOR 1997 -1998
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor
Vidak - Martinez, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 97 -35 was waived
and said resolution was adopted.
,RECESS Mayor Linda Spiro declared a recess at approximately 8:35 p.m.
RECONVENE Mayor Spiro reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 8:45 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present.
9. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTER: File No. 1729 - Appeal of Planning Commission denial
of Use Permit to operate a pet shop to sell small animals and pet supplies. Subject property
is a 7 acre parcel located at 215 Southwest Blvd., CN (Neighborhood Commercial) District
-- Planning Director Skanchy explained the staff report with relevant attachments provided
for this item confirming Planning Commission denial of this project, which the applicant is
appealing to the City Council. Mr. Skanchy responded to Council questions.
Kathy Locke, applicant, reviewed aspects of above - referenced application for Use Permit, and
responded to Council questions confirming willingness for three or six month reviews for
meeting signified conditions and requirements.
Katherine Collins, 828 Lilac Way, explained reasons for expressing opposition to this application
related to various concerns and obstacles of selling puppies in a pet store.
Planning Director Skanchy responded to further Council questions including confirmation,
if Council so desires, staff could request on -site inspections of this facility by Animal
Control Humane Society being authorized under USDA. -- City Attorney Flitner responded
to Council questions pertaining to procedures confirming Council's right to make an
independent decision separate from the Planning Commission and proceed with an
independent evaluation of the application.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Mayor Spiro,
and approved, to authorize approval of above - reviewed File No. 1729 Use Permit subject
to conditions signified in Planning Staff Report dated December 31, 1996, and with
additional conditions for staff to verify monthly inspections by the Humane Society,
expiration of the Use Permit in six (6) months with a renewal application and with annual
renewal thereafter, and pre - occupancy inspection, with Councilmember Reilly dissenting
due to preference to uphold the Planning Commission ruling of denial based on health and
safety reasons.
10. COMMISSIONICOMMITTEE/BOARD APPOINTMENTS -two year terms expired 12 -31
Plannine Commission -- Councilmember Mackenzie stated, for the record, that he did
Council prior to this meeting to reconsider his nomination for this Planning Comrniss
appointment made at the previous Council meeting, and the same arguments were given
rejecting his previous nomination, so he was not inclined to pursue that matter any furth
However, as he said to the City Council last week and as former Councilmember Dave F
expressed rather well at the beginning of this Council meeting, by rejecting this person
moderate views and responsibility, a loss has been incurred. Mr. Mackenzie further sta
that he was going to just let that pass by now because he does have another person
would like to nominate this evening. Councilmember Mackenzie acknowledged
applicant was present at this Council meeting and reviewed qualifications signified in
Fact Sheet application from Shawn Kilat
Shawn Kilat was newly appointed to the Planning Commission for a two -year term to expir
December 31, 1998, by unanimous roll call vote approval of nomination motion b
Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Mayor Linda Spiro.
BICYCLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
William M. Brown was re- appointed to the Bicycle Advisory Committee for a two -year t
to expire December 31, 1998, by unanimous approval of nomination motion
Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie.
Jake Mackenzie (AF nomination) -- Councilmember Flores deferred his nomination to
next Council meeting and requested anyone interested in this opening to let him know.
ll. CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
Staff report re. Commission Membership and Cultural Arts Corporation -- City Manag
Netter explained the staff report for this item, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Mem
which was requested by Council during its previous meeting. Staff's recommendation
that the regular membership not be changed and remain at five (5) members. The seven (
ex -officio members should be selected in accordance with the Commission rules. For a:
citizen interested in being a member of the Cultural Arts Commission, the recommendatii
would be to become one of the fifteen (15) members of the Cultural Arts Corporation. It
more important that citizens are members of the Corporation, as the Corporation w
designed originally to do most of the fund raising of the city providing a budget a
actually becomes the active energy for the arts in the Rohnert Park community.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice N
Vidak - Martinez, to re -affirm above - reviewed staff recommendation with direction for
to schedule a meeting with the Cultural Arts Commission to review membership and 1
was unanimously approved.
12. COUNCIL LIAISONASSIGNMENT for Founders' Day Committee
Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez, at
unanimously approved, Councilmember Jake Mackenzie, was designated as liaison f
Founders' Day Committee.
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13. JOINT MEETINGS HELD BY ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL
City Manager Netter explained the staff report provided for this item listing joint meetings
previously held with various agencies, signifying the last dates of these meetings. Staff
requests Council to choose times and dates for the next joint meetings with these agencies.
Discussion concluded with Council agreement to establish a pattern of focusing on having
one joint meeting per month on an alternate Tuesday from regular City Council meetings
with initial order to be as follows: (1) SSU President's Cabinet; (2) Cotati- Rohnert Park
Unified School District Board; (3) City of Cotati; (4) Chamber of Commerce Board of
Directors; (5) SSU Student Faculty; and signifying that it may not be necessary to
schedule joint meetings with the City's Planning Commission and the Parks and
Recreation Commission.
14. SANTA ROSA SUBREGIONAL WASTEWATER SYSTEM matters:
City Manager Netter referenced two reports provided for this item. Director of Public
Works/City Engineer Brust reviewed contents therein and responded to Council questions
on the following reports:
1) Remaining Estimated Wastewater Capacity Report (as of Jan. 1, 1997)
2) Rohnert Park Pump Station, Flow -meter Evaluation
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember
Reilly, to proceed with initial efforts, as recommended by staff, to enable calling for bids in
order for the Tigermag meter to be lowered in elevation and be replaced with a 15 inch
meter this summer, which will allow for consideration of the expenditure in the City's
upcoming budget reviews, was unanimously approved.
EXTEND COUNCIL MEETING: Upon motion by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Vice
Mayor Vidak - Martinez, to extend the Council meeting past 10:00 p.m. to finish necessary
agenda items, was unanimously approved.
15. TEAMBUILDING (Strategic Plan Proposal) - Acknowledgment of 2/4/97 workshop
& consideration of additional workshops -- City Manager Netter referenced faxed meeting
notes from Consultant Rick Brown of "The Results Group" for the workshop held for
this item on February 4, 1997. Mr. Netter recommended continuing the process for
feedback toward developing a mission statement and setting goals and objectives for 1997.
-- Council concurred to defer this item to the next Council meeting
16. L.B. IIAYHURST AND ASSOCIATES re. Classification and Compensation Study
& Update of job descriptions
City Manager Netter referenced this Compensation/Labor Market Report dated February
1997 provided to Council, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, and signified that
following the presentation scheduled for this item, Council's action would be to signify
acceptance of the report and direct the City Manager to use it for future recommendations
regarding positions, salary levels, range determinations, etc. The City Manager would then
proceed with necessary preparations to present the job descriptions for formal approval at
a future Council meeting. -- Lonnie Hayhurst of L. B. Hayhurst and Associations gave the
presentation for this report and responded to Council questions.
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Discussion followed during which Council expressed various concerns pertaining to
study and concluded upon motion by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Councilmel
Flores, to signify acceptance of above - reviewed Classification and Compensation S
with request for Mr. Hayhurst to provide additional comparisons of benefit packages,
approved 4 -1 with Councilmember Mackenzie dissenting as he did not feel the s
provided sufficient comparisons with both public and private agencies with popul;
factors or adequately consider total benefit compensations.
17. FAX machines for City Council -- City Manager Netter reviewed staff report for this ii
providing information on the cost of installing fax machines at the residence of e;
Councilmember, as requested by Council at its previous meeting. -- Discussion conclul
upon motion by Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Flores, to h
fax machines installed at the residence of Councilmembers requesting same signifying
City will pay for the cost of installation and Councilmembers will pay for recurring mom
operational fees and necessary supplies, was approved 3 -2 by roll call vote v
Councilmember Mackenzie and *Getineilmem er Reil Mayor Spiro dissenting due
unnecessary expenditure.
*C O R R E C T 10 N above from 2125/97 City Council meeting: per Councilmember Reilly (deletion lined out/addition underlined)
18. 'COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS.
Open Space /Sphere of Influence (Flores/Spiro) -- Mayor Linda Spiro and Councilmen
Flores reported on attending the meeting held on February 3, 1997 for the props
LAFCO Agricultural Land Policy. The decision was already made without their in
though a few comments were allowed as a courtesy. -- Discussion included concl
expressed regarding signified 22 acres in Rohnert Park's sphere of influence related to
LAFCO Agricultural Land Policy with recognition of the need for further discussion.
19. TRANSPORTATION MATTER:
Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) meeting, February 10, 1997
Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust referenced this meeting agenda with re
attachments listed on tonight's Council Communications and advised SCTA is reque
comments from cities on (1) Sonoma/Marin Multimodal Transportation and Land
Study, and (2) Filling the Executive Director Position. -- Council concurred to defer
items to the next Council meeting for further review and consideration.
Mr. Brust reviewed an additional item on above - referenced SCTA agenda regarc
Highway 101 Prioritization: Segments, Interchanges and Reliever Routes. He distribc
letter recommended over the Mayor's signature regarding support of signified improveml
per SCTA Resolution No. 97 -002, as authorized by Council at its previous meet
- -Upon motion by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, direr'
above - reviewed letter of support, as recommended by staff, was unanimously approved.
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COMMUNICATIONS: Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention
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of the City Council. No action was taken unless specifically noted in these minutes.
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1) Councilmember Reilly referenced item #13 on Communications from Martha Villanueva
population;
expressing concern regarding conditions of K -Mart parking lot and asked about procedures
for improvement. -- City Attorney Flitner commented on abatement procedures for weeds
and possibility that buildings may be handled the same way. -- Discussion concluded upon
motion by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Mayor Spiro, and unanimously approved, to
place this item on the next Council meeting agenda for consideration of an action plan
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including City Attorney analysis on abatement, and directing a letter over the Mayor's
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signature to the parent company inquiring about proposed plans for this location as well as
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Council's consideration of possible abatement proceedings.
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2) City Manager Netter referenced item #4 on Communications from Paul D. Stutrud
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expressing concerns regarding Council communications /mail. Mr. Netter recommended,
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for the record, that the letter be directed to the City Attorney to research certain language
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in the content of Mr. Stutrud's letter having the appearance of a threat. Mayor Spiro
expressed agreement as any items involving possible lawsuit and personal liability should be
discussed in closed sessions versus open public meetings.
cilmemberl, 21. MATTERS FROMIFOR COUNCIL:
proposedf 1) Procedures for scheduling agenda items &/or appearances (Spiro) -- Mayor Linda Spiro
heir input,s' referenced section in the Muni Code provided for this item pointing out the importance of
l concerns,, following the signified procedure of agenda items to be submitted to the City Clerk not
tted to they;, later than twelve noon on Tuesday preceding the meeting. -- A motion was made by
ion. a Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Mayor Spiro, and unanimously approved, to follow
the above - reviewed established procedures for submittal of agenda items with staff having
the latitude to make necessary exceptions for urgency items only.
7 City Manager Netter noted some of the Muni Code sections are out of date and need to be
kith related" revised for compliance with Brown Act requirements. He recommended Council direction
requesting for the City Attorney to review the Muni Code and make appropriate revisions.
Land User„ Upon motion by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Mayor Spiro, directing the City
lefer theses Attorney to proceed with necessary revisions of the Muni Code for compliance with the
Brown Act, was unanimously approved.
2) Commissioners' Appreciation Affair, Thurs., Feb. 20, 1997, Dorothy Rohnert Spreckels
Performing Arts Center -- City Manager Netter announced this event and requested
Council to provide RSVP's to the Recreation Department.
is meetinpll 3) Proclamations for Commissioners not re-appointed -- City Manager Netter referenced staff
ie, director' report for this item with sample of the recommended proclamations for Commissioners not
►roved. re- appointed. -- Council concurred with request to list names of the full Council on the
proclamations of appreciation to be presented to signified Commissioners.
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4) Mayors' & Councilmembers' Assn. - Working Group, 7:00 p.m., Feb. 27, 1997, Santa
City Hall - Rohnert Park Convener
provided for this item, asked if Council had otCher it4ems go lisNetter referenced draft a
and advised that
has indicated she will chair this meeting. Councilmember Mackenzie reco has
the land use issues to the agenda. Council agreed. amended a,
5) Senator John Burton -Office at R.P.Senior Center, 3rd Fri.ea. /month, 10:00 a.m. -12:00 no
- -City Manager Netter advised this news release was provided for Council's info o'
nnation.
6) Sonoma County Transit - Trolley Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Thrs., Feb. 20, 1997, 1:00
10725 Old Redwood Highway, Windsor , City Manager Netter announced this ceremony,
7) Councilmember Reilly referenced items listed on his memorandum dated February 6, 199',
including consideration of possibilities as follows:
*feasibility of a hotel - convention center complex at the K -Mart location;
•a Yosemite Valley type trams between key points in town for special events;
•SSU and the City working toward annexation of the campus
8) Vice Mayor Vicki Vidak- Martinez shared prepared statement expressing disagreement with
comments by Councilmember Reilly at the previous Council meeting that she and other
Councilmembers had violated the Brown Act Law related to open meetings, and asked him'
for a public apology. -- Councilmember Reilly signified was not merited;
responded the referenced interpretation of his commets were take apology of context whi
were also in local press letter to editor, and reviewed reasons for not making the apology.
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9) UGB/Measure N analysis -- Mayor Linda Spiro reviewed concerns she has become aware
of recently from reports in other areas regarding land use legalities, and to be pro - active,
requested City Attorney to review legalities of Measure N and provide an analysis at the
next Council meeting.
10) Proposition 208 re. Code of Ethics -- Councilmember Mackenzie requested City Attorne3
analysis of this item at the next Council meeting for the purpose of future City elections.
22. CITYMANAGER'SREPORT.• - DEFERRED
Due to the lateness of the hour, City Manager Netter advised the following items lic
under the City Manager's Report would be deferred to the next Council meeting:
1) Dept. Restructure due to retirements
2) REMW Annual Meeting/Status of Employee Health Insurance- update
3) Proposed Workshops
4) Practice of youth baseball registration fees
5) Empire Waste Management - CPI Calculation
6) Reserves for future retirement costs
7) City Annual Report/Newsletters
8) Spring Clean Up dates (R.P. Stadium): Hazardou& ma ri lc _ April 12 -13, 1997
R=dU - April 19 -28, 1997
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sr-n(la Z3, CITYATTORNEY'S REPORT:
Spiro 1) Any items from closed session -- City Attorney Flitner advised the Mayor's Report was
dding sufficient for closed session items.
2) Brown Act determination re. a quorum of the Committee or what constitutes a meeting --
City Attorney Flitner distributed his memorandum to Council for this item to be reviewed at
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a future Council meeting, if so desired.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
)ny. There were no additional unscheduled public appearances at this time.
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