2000/09/12 City Council MinutesCITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES for:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
September 12, 2000
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 commencing at
6:45 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard,
Rohnert Park, with Mayor Vidak- Martinez presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Vidak- Martinez called the regular session to order
at approximately 6:45 p.m. and led the pledge of
allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (5) Councilmembers Flores, Reilly, Spiro; Vice
Mayor Mackenzie; Mayor Vidak- Martinez
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City
Manager Netter, City Attorney Strauss, Assistant City
Manager Leivo, Planning and Community Development
Director Kaufman, City Engineer Gaffney, Building
Official Braun, Building Secretary Brashears,
Recreation Director Barry and Management Analyst Fogle.
Before the start of the meeting, all Councilmembers
expressed their condolences on the passing of Mr. Tom
Woodcock, mobilehome park activist and candidate for
City Council.
1. CLOSED SESSION:
Mayor Vidak- Martinez reported on the closed session
which commenced at approximately 6:00 p.m. to discuss
matters listed on the agenda attachment, representing
an update.
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2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES - AUGUST 22, 2000:
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by
Vice Mayor Mackenzie, the Minutes of August 22, 2000,
were UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
3. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS, IF ANY (INFORMATIONAL ONLY):
Mayor Vi dank-Mart i nez ached t-he thorn
were any informational communications to add to the
agenda.
*Councilmember Spiro signified two items to add: (1)
She provided Council with a handout and requested to
honor at a future Council meeting four students from
the Class of 199 at Rancho Cotate High School who put
together several "It's Almost Free Money" Scholarships
for hard working, community- active students who were
not necessarily at the top of their class. The
students are Andre Libarle, Brian Cronin, David Cross,
and Ted Williams.
*Councilmember Flores signified one item to add: (1)
State library bond.
4. YOUTH REPRESENTATIVE TO THE CITY COUNCIL FROM HIGH
SCHOOL 2000 -2001 YOUTH OF THE YEAR PROGRAM
SELECTIONS:
1. Senior Lisa Tekus and Junior Nicole Medeiros were
recognized. Senior Bering Tsang was not present.
Youth Report: Ms. Tekus and Ms. Medeiros distributed
a report to Council and then discussed certain items:
(1) Rancho Cotate High School is in full swing for the
new academic and sports year; and (2) youth
representatives will be meeting with Vice Mayor
Mackenzie to discuss the Civic Center.
5. SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY ASSOCIATED STUDENTS, INC.,
REPRESENTATIVE:
1. Seann Pridmore, ASU Vice President of University Affairs
at SSU was recognized.
SSU Report: Mr. Pridmore reported on several items,
including: (1) 2000 students now moved in on campus at SSU;
(2) Vice Chair of Lobby Core will be at the next meeting;
(3) Free Sonoma State Night at the Inn of the Beginning
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next Thursday, 9/21; and (4) JUMP, a service organization
at SSU, will be holding their Third Annual Beach Clean -Up
at Jenner North on Saturday, 9/16. Mr. Pridmore
REQUESTED two items: (1) Council attendance at the SSU
Board meetings in the Student Union Multi - Purpose Room;
(2) Any ideas for a local venue for SSU students as they
will be losing the Inn of the Beginning. The Mayor
directed Mr. Pridmore to speak to City Manager Netter
about possible new venues.
Vice Mayor Mackenzie REQUESTED that copies of the SSU
newspaper, The Star, be delivered to City Hall.
6. SCHEDULED APPEARANCES /PRESENTATIONS:
1. Recognition of Library Contributions:
Mayor Vidak Martinez presented a Certificate of
Recognition and thanked Mr. Tim Mattis, President of the
RP Rotary Club, on behalf of the Council for a $500
donation to the Library fund. The Mayor also presented
Ms. Mary Halverson, President of the Rohnert Park Social
Club, a Certificate of Recognition and thanked her on
behalf of the City Council for a $200 donation to the
Library fund. Ms. Halverson shared some comments and
thanked the Council for maintaining a high standard of
living for seniors. She also noted that the Social Club
will continue to support the new Library.
Councilmember Spiro NOTED that the Rotary Club also
donates a book every week in the name of their weekly
speaker to the Library.
2. Joe Perry, President - Christmas in April /Rohnert
Park Program, Update & Planned 2000 -2001_ Activities.
Mr. Joe Perry, President of the Board of Directors for
Christmas in April, shared the contents of his Project
Update with the Council, explaining how the program
works in partnership with the community to rehabilitate
the houses of low- income homeowners, especially the
elderly and disabled. He thanked Council and all of the
citizens who participated in last year's project, and
he encouraged people to sign up for the Christmas in
April /Rohnert Park program scheduled for next April 28,
2001. Contact persons are.Marlyn Keller at 588- 2233.or
Joe Perry at 584 -4146. Mr. Perry discussed how they hope
to rehabilitate ten homes next year through the program.
He also discussed how the program is.partnering up with
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the Homelessness Prevention Group of Rohnert Park /Cotati
to put on a benefit golf tournament and raffle on Friday,
September 22. Finally, he responded to Council
inquiries about the naming of the program, and he again
encouraged the Councilmembers and citizens to provide
donations, participate in the golf tournament, and /or
sign up for next year's program.
3. Jonnie Perrot re Mobilehome Park Seismic Safety:
Ms. Perrot provided Council with a handout ATTACHED to
the original set of minutes. She discussed the issue of
seismic safety, particularly in mobilehome parks. She
referred to various sources of data which indicate that
due to the destructive nature of quakes in California, a
large magnitude earthquake in Northern California could
render up to 90% of mobilehomes uninhabitable. She
discussed the Seismic Safety Commission's recommendation
for an automatic gas shut -off valve to be installed at the
main entrance to all mobilehome parks in California. She
noted that the cost to the reluctant park owners would
be approximately $10,000, and as a capital improvement,
that cost would entirely be passed on to the residents.
She REQUESTED that Council jump -start a motion relating
to this issue, which passed on March 11, 1997, so that it
could be placed on the ballot. Finally, she thanked
Council for being responsive to the safety concerns of
mobilehome park residents.
Council CONCURRED to have City Attorney Strauss look
into this matter.
7. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
Mayor Vidak- Martinez 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 limit).
1. Len Carlson 349 Circulo San Blas, President of Rancho
Grande, read a letter from the wife of the late Tom
Woodcock, Mrs. Linda Woodcock. In the letter, Mrs.
Woodcock explains why she is not at the Council
meeting, and she pledges that her husband's agenda for
the mobilehome parks will be carried on. She also
conveys her shock at certain indignant words spoken
by Commissioner Jenny Huff of the Rent Control Board,
and she reiterated the importance her husband placed
on proper, civil behavior. Through Mr. Carlson, Mrs.
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Woodcock REQUESTED that Councilmember Spiro, the
Councilmember who appointed Ms. Huff, make a motion
for the immediate resignation of Ms. Huff, and that
the matter of Ms. Huff's comments be placed on the
next Council agenda. Mr. Carlson indicated that
at the request of Mrs. Woodcock, he will be
running as a write -in candidate for City Council
in order to carry on Tom Woodcock's work on
behalf of the mobilehome park residents.
2. Roster B Martin, 20 Circulo Lujo, declined to
speak in order to get Boy Scout Troop 68, who was
in attendance for part of the meeting, home at a
reasonable hour.
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8. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Mayor Vidak- Martinez asked if there were any questions
regarding the matters on the Consent Calendar, which
were explained in the City Manager's Council Meeting
Memo. The Mayor signified removal of four Consent
Calendar items for further discussion as follows:
Resolution No. 2000 -176 per Councilmember Flores'
recommendation; Resolution No. 2000 -177 per
Councilmember Reilly's recommendation; Resolution No.
2000 -180 per Councilmember Spiro's recommendation; and
Resolution No. 2000 -183 per City Manager Netter's
recommendation.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the
posting of the meeting's agenda
Approval of Bills /Demands for Payment concurrently for:
*City of Rohnert Park /City Council in the amount of
$1,127,617.89
*Community Development Commission in the amount of
$133,376.43
Accepting Cash /Investments Report for Month End,
June 30, 2000 concurrently for:
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*Community Development Commission
* Rohnert Park Financing Authority
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Resolutions for Adoption:
2000 -178 APPROVING THE OUTLINE OF CERTAIN CONDITIONS OF
EMPLOYMENT, FRINGE BENEFITS AND SALARY
ADJUSTMENTS FOR THE CONFIDENTIAL UNIT
2000 -179 IMPLEMENTING THE REPORTING OF THE CALPERS
EMPLOYER PAID MEMBER CONTRIBUTIONS AS
ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION FOR EMPLOYEES IN THE
CONFIDENTIAL UNIT
2000 -181 APPROVING ROHNERT PARK TAXI RATE INCREASE
2000 -182 APPROVING AMENDED AGREEMENT WITH SONOMA COUNTY
WATER AGENCY (SCWA) FOR WATER METER STUDY
2000 -184 AUTHORIZING THE CITY ENGINEER TO SIGN RIGHT
OF WAY CERTIFICATIONS IN CONNECTION WITH STATE
AND FEDERAL FUNDED ROAD PROJECTS
2000 -185 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, COMMERCE BLVD./
LAGUNA BIKE PATH, PROJECT NO. 1997 -02
2000 -186 AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF IMAGEWARE CRIME
CAPTURE SYSTEM
2000 -187 EXTENDING THE BID OPENING DATE AND TIME FOR A
COPIER "COST PER COPY" LEASE CONTRACT
2000 -188 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF CHRISTIAN RATAJCZAK
(RE: TIRE /RIM DAMAGE FROM ALLEGED OBJECT ON
RAILROAD)
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, with the exception of Resolution
Nos. 2000 -176, 2000 -177, 2000 -170, 2000 -180, and
2000 -183, the Consent Calendar as otherwise outlined on
the meeting's agenda was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Resolution for consideration:
2000 -176 DECLARING SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2000 AS
. "POW /MIA RECOGNITION DAY"
Councilmember Flores called attention to the pain that
families suffer when they have a family member who is a
POW or MIA, and he requested that the Mayor read the
resolution.
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Mayor Vidak- Martinez read the resolution, and upon
MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by
Councilmember Spiro, Resolution No. 2000 -176 was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
At the REQUEST of Councilmember Reilly, City Manager
Netter indicated that he would check to see if the
POW /MIA flag is still flying from the Public Safety
Building.
Resolution for consideration:
2000 -177 PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 8 -14, 2000 AS "FIRE
PREVENTION WEEK 2000"
Councilmember Reilly REMINDED parents who have
youngsters learning how to drive that a good thing
to have in the car is a fire extinguisher in the
event of a car fire.
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by
Councilmember Spiro, Resolution No. 2000 -177 was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Resolution for consideration:
2000 -180 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A
LEASE WITH MUNICIPAL FINANCE CORPORATION WITH
OPTION TO PURCHASE, AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN
ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
At the request of Councilmember Spiro, City Manager
Netter provided clarity as to the types of equipment
involved in this lease and the approval process for
the lease documents.
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Spiro, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, Resolution No. 2000 -180 was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Resolution for consideration:
2000 -183 AWARD OF CONTRACT, CIVIC CENTER AREA
IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 2000 -01
City Manager Netter provided Council with a handout
ATTACHED to the original set of the minutes, entitled,
"Community Development Agency and City Facilities
Funding and Priorities." He explained the nature of
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this combined project for area improvements with the
City Hall and Library site plan along with the road that
separates Expressway from City Hall Drive. He shared
staff's recommendation for the authorization of a loan
against the bond funds in order to pay the cost of the
connector road and the parking lot.
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice
Mayor Mackenzie, Resolution No. 2000 -183 was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED with the condition of the loan
from the bond fund for the additional cost.
At this time, Councilmember Spiro REQUESTED to add
the matter of Jenny Huff to Item No. 3, "Council
Communications."
9. OTHER RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION:
Resolutions for consideration:
2000 -189 AWARD OF CONTRACT TO DALE'S PROPERTY SERVICE
FOR "THE VISION" TEEN CENTER REMODELING
PROJECT AND ALLOCATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS TO
COMPLETE THE PROJECT
City Manager Netter shared the contents of the staff
report and responded to Council questions.
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Spiro, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, Resolution No. 2000 -189 was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED with a review by the City
Attorney.
2000 -190 APPROVING CONTRACT AGREEMENT FOR RAILROAD
GRADE CROSSING DESIGN, PROJECT NO. 1995 -07
City Manager Netter gave a brief summary of the staff
report and responded to Council inquiries.
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Spiro, seconded by Vice
Mayor Mackenzie, Resolution No. 2000 -190 was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
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10. ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION:
NO. 659 AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 17.34.050.0
AND 17.34.050.D PERTAINING TO OFF - STREET
PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR MULTI- FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS AND ADDING SECTION
17.34.050.H TO ESTABLISH A SENIOR HOUSING
PARKING RATIO
City Manager Netter provided a brief summary of the
staff report.
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice
Mayor Mackenzie, Ordinance No. 659 was ADOPTED 4 -1
with Councilmember Spiro dissenting.
11. MOTORIZED SCOOTERS AND OTHER MOTORIZED
TRANSPORTATION DEVICES:
1. Staff Report: City Manager Netter shared the contents
of the staff report provided to Council by Director of
Public Safety Miller, and he referred to the chart for
the operational requirements for Electric Carts /Scooters
on the last page of the report. He also responded to
Council requests for clarification, particularly on
the matter of golf carts.
2. Bicycle Advisory Committee recommendation: City
Manager Netter also conveyed the Bicycle Advisory
Committee's preference for no electric bicycles and /or
motorized scooters on bike paths, except those ridden
by maintenance workers or on -duty Public Safety
officers. Furthermore, he indicated that the Committee
would like to see enforcement of the Municipal Code
and a public hearing take place.
3. Council discussion /direction: Councilmembers shared
various ideas for a joint public meeting and for
obtaining clarity on the current laws relating to this
issue and their enforcement, if any. Council
CONCURRED to direct staff (1) to figure out a way to get
public participation at a public meeting /hearing with
the various commissions and entities involved; and (2)
to direct the Department of Public Safety to report on
the magnitude of the problem of the operation of motorized
scooters in Rohnert Park and to provide some direction.
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12. AUTOMATED CITIZEN INFORMATION SYSTEM (ACIS),
ANYTIME LINE /TELEPHONE INFO SYSTEM:
Presentation by City Staff: INFORMATIONAL
Building Official Braun and Building Secretary
Brashears gave a brief presentation of the City's
automated telephonic information system, the Anytime
Line at 585 -6799, which consists of 318 informational
messages about City services and available 24 hours a
day, seven days a week. Mr. Braun demonstrated a few
calls for the Council, and he distributed a copy to
each Councilmember of the Information Source Book, which
is an intermediate step towards developing a "311" system
for the City. Council thanked Mr. Braun and his staff
for putting together such a valuable resource in a
timely fashion.
13. WASTE MANAGEMENT MATTER RE DEBRIS BOX SERVICE -
CLARIFICATION:
Council discussion /direction: Management Analyst Fogle
shared the contents of her staff report and indicated
to Council that the costs of implementing the directions
that Council gave staff at the August 8, 2000, regular
meeting were extensive as far as having the consultants
separate the debris box bid from the refuse service RFP
bid. She asked Council for clarity and direction in
setting up the RFP, and she and City Manager Netter
responded to Council questions about the bidding process
as well as reporting and enforcement mechanisms for
debris box service providers.
Council discussion concluded with Council CONCURRENCE
that a separate RFP for debris box service will not be
written. Furthermore, Council CONCURRED that their
three options will then be as follows: (1) Council can
award the contract to 'a company that offers full
service, including debris box; (2) Council can award the
contract to a company that just presents for the debris
box section; or (3) Council can reject all bids and go
on with the status quo with new enforcement rules.
At this time, Mayor Vidak- Martinez called forward any
citizens wishing to speak out on this matter:
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1. Ernie Carpenter, 14113 Occidental Road, Sebastopol,
a representative for Industrial Carting, was
recognized and reminded Council that it took Curtis
Michelini from Industrial Carting 15 years to get a
service agreement with Rohnert Park. He indicated
that there are three companies currently with
service agreements with the City, and seven companies
that are "poaching." He encouraged Council to make
those seven companies without service agreements
pay their franchise fees or quit, based on the
procedures outlined in the ordinance regarding such
matters.
14. SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY (SCWA) MATTERS & RP WATER
SUPPLY:
1. SCWA Amendment No 11 - Status Report:
and
2. SCWA Interim MOU - Status Report:
City Engineer Gaffney provided a brief summary of his
September 6, 2000, memorandum covering the status of
Amendment 11, including a timetable of the approval
status of Amendment 11 by the various municipalities.
He also discussed the status of the Interim MOU with
an approval timetable as well. Then he touched on the
third element of his memo, Rohnert Park's use of water
supplies, with Table 4.10 -3 from the Rohnert Park
General Plan Final EIR, "Schedule and Sources for
Projected Water Supply Requirements Average Annual
Estimates." City Engineer Gaffney then responded to
Council questions.
3. Petaluma request for support for time extension for
SCWA Amendment No. 11:
City Engineer Gaffney provided Council with a letter
from the City of Petaluma, dated August 22, 2000,
requesting support for time extension for the SCWA
Amendment 11. He also provided Council with a letter
from the City of Cotati , dated August 31, 2000,
indicating Cotati's support for a 90 -day extension on
signing Amendment 11, as requested by the City of
Petaluma.
Vice Mayor Mackenzie ASKED Council to consider sending
a draft letter to Mike Reilly, Chairman of the Board of
Supervisors of Sonoma County, which conveys the Council's
support for Petaluma's request for a 90 -day extension
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of the September 15th deadline for the SCWA's Amendment
11 water contract in order to allow a regional forum to
discuss a regional water policy. Vice Mayor Mackenzie
provided Councilmembers with a copy of the draft letter,
and he then read it aloud.
4. Proposed Settlement of Conservation Issues Raised by
Petaluma City Council - Proposed by John O. Nelson:
City Engineer Gaffney provided Council with a letter
from John Olaf Nelson, a water consultant, dated
September 6, 2000. The City Engineer briefly discussed
the conservation strategy outlined in Mr. Nelson's
letter.
At this time, Mayor Vidak- Martinez called forward any
citizens wishing to speak out on this matter:
1. Rose Leppert, 6766 Green Wood Lane, Sebastopol, was
recognized and indicated how difficult it has been
to gather any information on Amendment 12. She
expressed her concerns over unrestrained growth in
Sonoma County and the ability of the groundwater
table to keep producing a million gallons a day. She
encouraged Council at this "crossroads" of the water
situation to have a regional water discussion and
to participate in the water forum so that these
ideas can get out to the people.
2. Pam Torliatt 27 Townview Lane Petaluma, Vice Mayor
of the City of Petaluma, was recognized and urged the
Council to support Petaluma's 90 -day extension request
in order to hold a forum for a discussion on a
regional water policy. Ms. Torliatt clarified
several matters: (1) The issue has not been brought
before elected officials until January of this year;
(2) Petaluma has not approved the MOU as of this date;
(3) In reducing water consumption by 15 %, rates were
not reduced by 15 %; (4) Amendment 11, which addresses
the contract that basically funds the improvements,
seems out of order in that Amendment 12 addresses
conservation and water efficiency issues; and (5)
Surplus water Rohnert Park is using at this point
in time may possibly be Petaluma's surplus water.
Ms. Torliatt then elaborated on 18 reasons, as
outlined in the letter in the Council packet from
the City of Petaluma to the Sonoma County Board of
Supervisors, as to why the Council should support a
request for a 90 -day extension to allow for a water
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forum. She remarked on the importance of knowing
the cost of the project before approving the project.
In closing, she reiterated the need for elected
officials to have a discussion with the public and
with any and all water contractors to share their
visions since any water policies made today will
affect the cost and use of water for future
generations.
3. Geoffrey Cartwright, 56 Rocca Drive, Petaluma, was
recognized and urged the Council to allow for
regional discussions on the water issue by elected
officials. He referenced an article that indicates
that the National Marine Fisheries Service will
oppose Sonoma County's water expansion program. He
noted the costs could be as high as $300 million to
$500 million. He noted that it will be the rater
payers who will end up paying for this water
expansion and he questioned how much they will
actually benefit from it. He also expressed his
feeling that the EIR is all about urban, suburban,
and agricultural development.
4. Don Weisenfluh, 1092 Wren Drive, Petaluma, was
recognized and explained to Council the tremendous
environmental and financial negative impacts
associated with ignoring the federal government
and proceeding with Amendment 11. He questioned
when the half - million dollar price tag was going to
be revealed to the public. He stated that nature
set the water limit, and that this issue is regional
and not between Petaluma and the Water Agency. He
closed by urging the Council to support a regional
forum to evaluate the plan and to take appropriate
action.
Council discussion concluded and certain matters were
clarified by City Attorney Strauss. Upon MOTION by
Vice Mayor Mackenzie, seconded by Councilmember Reilly,
a motion to send the draft letter by Vice Mayor
Mackenzie to the Board of Supervisors in support of the
request by the City of Petaluma for 90 -day extension in
order to hold a water forum, FAILED 2 -3 with Mayor
Vidak- Martinez and Councilmembers Flores and Spiro
dissenting.
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RECESS: Mayor Vidak- Martinez declared a recess at
approximately 9:35 p.m.
RECONVENE: Mayor Vidak- Martinez reconvened the Council
at approximately 9:44 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present.
15. ENERGY SERVICES CONTRACT PROPOSAL WITH CHEVRON ENERGY
SOLUTIONS, L.P.:
1. Staff Report: City Manager Netter provided staff with
the Notice of Public Hearing regarding this issue.
2. PUBLIC HEARING:
Mayor Vidak- Martinez OPENED the public hearing at
9:44 p.m. There being no one desiring to speak, the
Mayor CLOSED the public hearing at 9:45 p.m.
The public hearing will be CONTINUED to the 9/26/00
Council meeting.
16. TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND BROADBAND SERVICES:
1. City Attorney /Council Committee report: City Attorney
Strauss shared the contents of her staff report regarding
her draft of a telecommunications ordinance.
Councilmember Flores discussed how the City's
right -of -way is a valuable resource that will enhance
opportunities for revenue - generation in the City.
Councilmember Spiro discussed the need for a solid, well
prepared ordinance that will ensure that the City's
right -of- way /telecommunications ordinance allows the City
the opportunity and flexibility to raise revenue,
particularly through the incorporation of public
buildings.
2. Council discussion /action: City Attorney Strauss
responded to Council questions and concerns about the
language of the draft ordinance before it comes back
for a second reading.
At this time, Mayor Vidak- Martinez called forward any
citizens wishing to speak out on this matter:
1. Linda Langston, 1370 East Lassen Avenue, Chico,
Director of External Affairs for Pacific Bell, was
recognized and thanked the Council for allowing
Pacific Bell to provide comments and for incorporating
some of those comments in the draft ordinance. She
discussed Pacific Bell's concerns over the
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requirement for bonding, and she suggested that
Pacific Bell not be required to provide bond unless it
did not meet the requirements of the Council in that
area. She asked that the Council continue to allow
Pacific Bell to provide additional comments and to
work with the City Attorney as this ordinance moves
forward. She then responded to Council inquiries.
Ordinance for introduction:
No. 660 ADDING CHAPTER 5.34 TO THE ROHNERT PARK
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE USE OF THE
PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY AND PUBLIC PROPERTY FOR
TELECOMMUNICATIONS, PHONE, GAS, ELECTRIC, AND
OTHER FACILITIES AND SERVICES
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Spiro, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, reading was waived and
Ordinance No. 660 was UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED.
17. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTER:
File No. 1893: Steve Tangney /Shurgard Storage Centers'
Application for a Site Plan and Architectural Review of a
Proposed Redesign of an Approved Self Storage Facility
Located at 6500 Redwood Drive.
1. Staff Report: Planning and Community Development
Director Kaufman gave a brief recap of her staff
report provided to Council.
EXTEND COUNCIL MEETING:
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice
Mayor Mackenzie, a motion to extend the meeting
past 10:00 p.m. to finish necessary agenda items was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
2. Council discussion /action: At this time, the
applicant, Mr. Steve Tangney, Development Director for
Shurgard Storage Centers, came forward and responded to
Council inquiries.
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Rohnert Park Financing Authority
City of Rohnert Park *CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES
September 12, 2000 Page(16)
Resolution for adoption:
2000 -191 APPROVING SITE PLAN AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW
FOR A REDESIGN OF AN APPROVED SELF - STORAGE
FACILITY ON A 3.4 ACRE SITE LOCATED AT 6500
REDWOOD DRIVE (STEVE TANGNEY /SHURGARD STORAGE
CENTERS P &Z FILE NO. 1893)
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Vice
Mayor Mackenzie, a motion to approve Resolution No.
2000 -191 with a recommendation to staff and applicant
to review the possibilities of a walk /bike path and /or
other similar modifications to the landscape /sidewalk
area, was APPROVED 4 -1 with Councilmember Spiro
dissenting.
18. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MATTER:
Country Club Village Apartments - Report on Preserving
Affordability:
Council Approval of information letter to residents
of Country Club Village Apartments: City Manger Netter
gave a brief summary of his staff report to Council.
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by
Councilmember Spiro, a motion to authorize sending the
informational letter regarding "housing choice vouchers"
to the residents of Country Club Village Apartments, was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
19. GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM - MATTERS RELATED
TO THE GENERAL PLAN PROCESS, IF ANY:
Staff Update: Planning and Community Director Kaufman
shared the contents of her September 7th memo provided to
Council regarding the General Plan document,
Implementation, and the status of the Wilfred- Dowdell
Specific Plan. Director Kaufman noted that it is
staff's recommendation that they provide Council with
a monthly written status report, and an oral presentation
if necessary, of the Implementation at the second Council
meeting of each month. She further noted that staff will
be coming back with a larger Implementation Schedule
soon.
*City Council /Community Development Commission/
Rohnert Park Financing Authority
City of Rohnert Park *CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES
September 12, 2000 Page(17)
20. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS:
1. Stadium Committee 8/25 meeting: Councilmember
Flores and Councilmember Reilly reported on the overall
satisfactory attendance at RP Stadium, as well as the
pennant race and the various setbacks in the second half
of the season. They asked for a report from Mr. Bob
Fletcher of the Sonoma County Crushers on projects
and improvements that should be done this upcoming
season, as well as a five -year projection. Lastly, they
reported on the possible development of land around the
stadium and Mr. Fletcher's general reaction to those
ideas. They further noted that Mr. Fletcher would be
fully appraised of all the options for land developments
and improvements before any matters proceed.
2. Golf Course Committee, 8/31 meeting: Councilmember
Spiro and Councilmember Flores shared the contents of
their report from the committee meeting. They provided
the Council with copies of the comprehensive report from
the golf course consultant, William H. Sherman, of
Sherman Golf Associates, Inc. They reported that
American Golf would review the consultant's
recommendations and come back with their position by
October 1st, shortly before the next scheduled
committee meeting on October 5th. They discussed the
need for $5 million in capital improvements to both golf
courses in the City, and the revenue that such
improvements in terms of a Tier 2 golf course can
generate. They stressed the diminishing returns in
compensation to the City due to the deterioration of the
two golf courses. Lastly, they reported that a group
of citizens who attend the committee meeting are working
to establish resident rates for the golf courses.
3. Performing Arts Center Committee, 9/1 meeting: Vice
Mayor Mackenzie and Councilmember Spiro shared the
contents of their report, including the Subscription
Package Sales as of August 31st for 1999 and 2000, as
well as a Spreckels PAC Revenue /Expenditure /Interest
Recap graph for 1999 -2000. They reported on several
matters: (1) The prediction for a drop in expenditures
this fiscal year; (2) The prediction for a slight drop
in revenues this coming fiscal year; (3) The increase in
endowment interest; (4) The increase in the number of
applications for the subscription package this season;
(5) The possibility of a digital message board on U.S.
101. Overall, they reported that they are looking
forward to a successful new season.
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City of Rohnert Park *CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES
September 12, 2000 Page(18)
4. Other - COYF Commission, 9/11 meeting: Councilmember
Spiro reported that the COYF Commission was given the
proposed "Stretching Community Dollars Proposed Work
Plan," but she noted that they lacked direction as to
what to do with the proposal regarding community
partnerships. City Manager Netter stated that COYF will
agendize the Work Plan for their next meeting, and
Mayor Vidak- Martinez indicated that she will be
attending that meeting.
21. TRANSPORTATION MATTERS:
1. Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA), 9/12
meeting: Vice Mayor Mackenzie shared the contents of
the staff report he provided to Council. He reported-on
two main items: (1) Construction for the Wilfred Avenue
north to Highway 12 widening project is now scheduled to
to begin in January of 2001 weather- permitting; and (2)
Over the next 120 days, weed control maintenance will be
starting on the railroad tracks between Sonoma Valley and
Willits, with freight traffic to resume through Rohnert
Park at the beginning of 2001.
Vice Mayor Mackenzie then discussed with Council the 2000
State Transportation Improvement Program Stip funds
totalling $9 million at this point. He REQUESTED to
AGENDIZE for the next Council meeting a discussion as to
what direction these funds should be directed, including
among other possibilities the Narrows Project, auxiliary
lanes in Petaluma, and implementation of the Countywide
Bike Plan. He also ASKED that City Engineer Gaffney
come back with a report if possible.
22. COMMUNICATIONS:
Communications per the attached outline were brought to
the attention of the City Council.
* Councilmember Spiro directed Council to No. 10, "N.
Kaufman /Planning Director; Cotati City Council Study
Session on Traffic Analysis for Walkable Cotati, Phase
I." City Attorney Strauss INDICATED that she would
speak to Planning Director Kaufman about an issue
raised over the clarity of language regarding floor
area ratios per Councilmember Spiro's inquiry.
*Vice Mayor Mackenzie directed Council to No. 22, "L.
Gaines /Resident; Macular Degeneration /Audible Whistles'
at Intersections." The Vice Mayor indicated that he
received this letter today, and that in the letter Ms.
*City Council /Community Development Commission/
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City of Rohnert Park *CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES
September 12, 2000 Page(19)
Gaines REQUESTED that he bring up this issue of audible
walk signals for citizens with visual problems to feel
safe in crossing intersections. He further noted that
this issue had been under Rohnert Park consideration
going back about five years.
23. MATTERS FROM /FOR COUNCIL:
1. Holiday Lighting Celebration - Community Center
Campus: City Manager Netter reported that the Holiday
Lighting Celebration will be held at the Community
Center on November 30, 2000, and it will possibly
include a video of the tree lighting.
2. Audible Traffic Signals: At the suggestion of Mayor
Vidak- Martinez, Council CONCURRED to agendize for a
future meeting a report and recommendations from
staff as to what could be possible here in Rohnert
Park as far as addressing the safety of citizens with
visual impairments.
3. Resident Parking Stickers for Fairway Drive:
Councilmember Spiro ASKED that staff bring back any
information, for a future Council agenda, on past
discussions of resident parking stickers for Fairway
Drive as there were several parking problems after the
recent Dixieland Jazz Festival.
4. National League of Cities Annual Congress of Cities,
12/5 -9/00 Boston, Massachusetts:
Council consideration /concurrence of Voting And Alternate
Voting Delegates - Due: October 13, 2000: Mayor Vidak-
Martinez ASKED that any Councilmember(s) interested in
attending the Annual Congress notify the City Manager.
5. League of California Cities North Bay Division -
Policy Committee Interest: Councilmember Flores said
that any Councilmember who has suggestions for the
bylaws submit them to the League's office at the end
of this month for consideration. Councilmember Spiro
indicated that she has submitted her application for
the Policy Committee.
*City Council /Community Development Commission/
Rohnert Park Financing Authority
City of Rohnert Park *CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES
September 12, 2000 Page(20)
6. Participation in "Tools for Tolerance" - Museum of
Tolerance:
Letter from Cotati - Rohnert Park Unified School District:
Mayor Vidak- Martinez indicated that any Councilmember
interested in participating in the "Tools for Tolerance"
program contact City Manager Netter.
7. Miscellaneous, if any:
A. State Library Bond: Councilmember Flores indicated
that he received a bulletin from the State Librarian
about the priorities established for the library bond
issue; priority number one being that there be a
partnership with the School District. He notified
City Manager Netter and City Engineer Gaffney, and
they will be certain that the City has representation
at the upcoming informational session.
B. Loading Zone Matter: Councilmember Spiro raised the
issue of a loading zone matter on State Farm Drive
and commercial vehicles that are being parked on
City property. City Manager Netter reported that the
issue is being addressed.
C. Commissioner Huff Matter: Councilmember Spiro
REQUESTED to AGENDIZE under "Matter from /for Council" a
review of Commissioner Huff's appointment to the Rent
Appeals Board in light of the controversy raised over
certain comments she may have made at a recent RAB
meeting.
At this time, Councilmember Reilly REQUESTED to
AGENDIZE under "Matters from /for Council" a report from
the Committee on Commissions, particularly the aspect
of commissioner attendance at commission meetings and
what constitutes a commissioner vacancy.
24. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
1. Fall Clean -Up, October 27th through November 5th,
Rohnert Park Stadium Parking Lot: City Manager Netter
indicated that this is an INFORMATIONAL item.
2. City Manager attendance of CAL JPIA meeting (REMIF),
9/20- 22/00: City Manager Netter indicated that this
is an INFORMATIONAL item.
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Rohnert Park Financing Authority
City of Rohnert Park *CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES
September 12, 2000 Page(21)
3. False Alarm Fees and School District request for
Waiver: City Manager Netter reported that after
several meetings with the various entities
involved, the City's policy is four false alarms
per agency or business for free, and then a fee
of $75, which would graduate up to $100, per
false alarm call after that. He indicated that
there are several problems with creating waiver
modifications such as the School District has
requested. He suggested that 10 free false alarm
calls for all businesses would be very costly, and
he noted that for the time being, the status quo
will remain in effect.
25. OTHER UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
At this time, Mayor Vidak- Martinez called forward any
citizens wishing to speak. No one responded.
There being no further business, Mayor Vidak- Martinez
adjourned the meeting at approximately 11:07 p.m.
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Katy Leonard,
Certified Shorthand Reporter
CSR No. 11599
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Vicki Vidak- Martinez,
Mayor
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Northridge Quake
6.8 mag.
January 17, 1994
Number of mobile home parks affected 69
Number of mobile homes in
affected parks 9,095
Number of mobile homes in affected
parks that fell off jackstands or shifted
to the point they required reinstallation 5,412
Number of mobile homes that burned 172
Nearly 60 percent of affected mobile homes fell
off their foundations (King, 1994).
There were hundreds of
aftershocks, notably
4.7 (4/26/97) and
5.6 (4/27/97).
SEISMIC SAFETY COMMISSION recommendation:? Automatic gas shut -off
valves be mandatory at the service entry point of all mobilehome
parks in California. Northridge Earthquake: Turning Loss to Gain (1995), P. 96.
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MOEBI1 EMWAE PARKS ACT
(Calif. Health & Safety Code)
Sec. 18251. Standards and requirements. The Legislature finds and
declares that the standards and requirements established for
construction, maintenance, occupancy, use, and design of parks
should guarantee park residents maximum protection of their
investment and a decent living environment. At the same time, the
standards and requirements should be flexible enough to accommodate
new technologies and to allow designs that reduce costs and enhance
the living environment of park residents.
Sec. 18252. Encouragement of new technologies in development of
mobilehome parks. The Legislature finds and declares that inclusion
of specific standards within a statute often preclude the rapid and
flexible action needed to correct substandard conditions, and that
it is desirable to delete outdated requirements and to add new and
useful requirements designed to protect the health, safety, and
general welfare of park residents or to encourage the use of new
technologies in the development of parks.
G'V"I �iGf`i d` v Cg i c
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND CITY
FACILITIES FUNDING AND PRIORITIES
June 13, 2000
ADoroximate Construction Costs
1.
Library
$8,100,000
2..
City Hall ...................... ...............................
$5,000,000
3.
Surface Parking (180 spaces)
$540,000
4.
City Hall Drive Improvements .........................
$1,000,000
5.
Civic Center Plaza ........ ...............................
$550,000
Sale /Lease of Existing City Hall ......................
6 M Pool - Balance .......... ...............................
$328,000
Sale /Lease of Existing Library., ......................
7 PAL Building ............... ...............................
$785,000
5.
Other Projects ......... :.... .............. I ........ I ...... .
$3,855,000
Sale /Lease of PAL Building Site .....................
$750,000
Total Construction Costs.... .............
$20,158,000
Possible Revenues
1.
Redevelopment Agency Bond Funds ...............
$10,458,000
2.
Interest on Redevlopment Bonds ....................
$500,000
3.
City Hall Certificates of Participation ................
$4,700,000
4.
Interest on COP Funds .. ...............................
$200,000
5.
Sale /Lease of Existing City Hall ......................
$750,000
6.
Sale /Lease of Existing Library., ......................
$1,000,000
7.
Sale /Lease of City Hall Drive Property .............
$750,000
8.
Sale /Lease of PAL Building Site .....................
$750,000
9.
TEA -21 Funds for City Hall Drive ....................
$880,000
10.
Local Match for City Hall Drive .......................
$120,000
11.
Annexation Fees .......... ...............................
$50,000
Total Project Revenues ....................
$20,158,000
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