2000/11/14 City Council MinutesCITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES for:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
November 14, 2000
Tuesday
The concurrent meetings of the City of Rohnert Park for
the City Council and the Community Development Commission
met this date in regular session for a regular meeting
commencing at 6:36 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 6:36 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance..
ROLL CALL:
Present: (3) Councilmembers Flores and Reilly; Mayor
Vidak- Martinez
Absent: (2) Vice Mayor Mackenzie; Councilmember Spiro
Mayor Vidak- Martinez noted that Vice Mayor Mackenzie was
out of town and that Councilmember Spiro was ill.
Staff present for all or part of the meetinct: City
Manager Netter, City Attorney Strauss, Planning and
Community Development Director Kaufman, City Engineer
Gaffney, Interim Assistant City Manager Stephens, and
Recreation Director Barry.
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.
2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES - OCTOBER 24, 2000:
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by
Councilmember Reilly, the Minutes of October 24, 2000,
were APPROVED 3 -0 AS SUBMITTED, with Vice Mayor Mackenzie
and Councilmember Spiro absent.
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3. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS, IF ANY (INFORMATIONAL ONLY):
Mayor Vidak- Martinez asked the Councilmembers if there
were any informational communications to add to the
agenda.
* Councilmember Reilly signified one item to add: (1)
Transportation ballot measure in Alameda.
4. YOUTH REPRESENTATIVE TO THE CITY COUNCIL FROM HIGH
SCHOOL 2000 -2001 YOUTH OF THE YEAR PROGRAM
SELECTIONS:
1. Seniors Samantha Tabacco and Alex Teicheria and Junior
Ryan Inlow were recognized. The youth representatives
shared the contents of a Youth Report to be
DISTRIBUTED to Councilmembers. The report provided an
update on the progress of the Teen Center and various
plans for activities. Highlights included the
following:
(1) Recreation staff have been meeting with teen
leaders in the community to discuss the use of the
new Teen Center, named "The Vision."
(2) Teen Center will be divided into two separate
program areas: West end will be a daytime drop -in
area for teens, and East end will be used
primarily on weekends to hold dances and other
social activities.
(3) Specific programs and activities to be held at the
Teen Center include tutoring, art, weekend
barbeques, dances, bands, poetry reading, and
post -game gatherings.
(4) Staff and teens have upcoming plans to paint the
interior of the building, install signage and
basketball poles, purchase supplies, develop a
calendar of events, and assign a part -time staff
of teen volunteers to monitor the center and
activities.
Councilmember Flores SUGGESTED that the teens contact
local furniture stores to check for donations of
furniture, and Councilmember Reilly SUGGESTED that the
teens use the Chamber of Commerce's newsletter to
get support and donations.
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5. SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY ASSOCIATED STUDENTS, INC.,
REPRESENTATIVE:
1. Seann Pridmore, ASU Vice President of University
Affairs at SSU, was recognized. Highlights from the
SSU Report included:
(1) Copies of the November 14th issue of SSU's
newspaper, The Star, were DISTRIBUTED to Council.
(2) Storytelling at SSU, Sunday, November 19th at
2:00 p.m. Kids free; $5 for adults. Call
664 -2815 for more information.
'(3) Hunger Awareness Week at SSU: Discussion at
SSU on Wednesday, November 15th, at noon; also
a Warm Clothing Drive at SSU (hats, blankets,
jackets). For more information, call 664 -4277.
(4) SSU Girls' Basketball team plays Humboldt State
at SSU on Friday, November 17.
Mr. Pridmore INQUIRED about Greek housing for
fraternities and sororities, and Mayor Vidak- Martinez
REFERRED him to Planning Director Kaufman.
6. SCHEDULED APPEARANCES /PRESENTATIONS:
1. Sister Cities Committee Report and Requests, by
Rebecca Rishe, President: Ms. Rishe shared her
report which included the following highlights:
(1) 30 students from Hashimoto, Japan, will be coming
to Rohnert Park in August 2001. Homes are needed
for the students during their stay. Contact Ms.
Rishe at 795 -7860 if you can help.
(2) Sister Cities Festival changed from February 2001
to March 3rd, 2001.
(3) Electronic penpalling with the middle school and
high school in Hashimoto; art and mail are being
sent to Tagatay in the Philippines.
(4) Thanks to the Council for the City staff
appointee, Kathy Kelez, to the Sister Cities
Committee.
Ms. Rishe ASKED for an update from Council on the progress
of the Japanese Garden. Council CONCURRED to have staff
provide Ms. Rishe with a timeline.
2. Lynne Conde for New Library Steering Committee -
Update: Ms. Conde discussed the progress of the
Steering Committee. She noted that work is in
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progress to implement a tutoring program for grades
K -12 at the current Rohnert Park Library. She thanked
Council for the recent groundbreaking ceremony for the
new library, and she PRESENTED each Councilmember with
a framed photo of the event. She also extended thanks
to Next Level Communications for their $10,000
donation for computers and equipment to the new
library, and to Summers & Oates for purchasing a new
garden entry to the library. Finally, she remarked
that the grant deadline has been extended to February
15, 2001, as the committee seeks more funding for the
library.
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. Greg Brogdin, 8471 Lancaster Drive, was recognized and
reported on the November 2nd meeting he and members
from six households on Lancaster Drive had with City
Engineer Gaffney and Public Safety Sergeant McNair.
He noted that City Engineer Gaffney would be
investigating alternative traffic- calming measures to
speed bumps and stop signs. He REQUESTED to meet
with the Council subcommittee in the near future, and
he SUGGESTED that his two -block area be considered
a test area for developing better traffic methodology,
traffic- calming devices, and traffic policies.
2. Robin Bleckwehl 5000 Roberts Lake Road, was
recognized and shared information about Rohnert Park's
18th Annual Holiday Lights Celebration on Thursday,
November 30th, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Rohnert
Park Community Center. She PROVIDED Council with
informational =tiers, and she noted l.11dt Santa Claus
will be there, as well as RP Children's Choir, RP
Community Chorale, RP Community Band Sing - along,
Ballet Califia, and free refreshments.
3. Charles Kitchen, 4457 Hollingsworth Circle_, was
recognized and ASKED if members of the audience could
give input on Item 11, "Golf Course Matters." Mayor
Vidak- Martinez indicated that Item 11 would be an
informational item that would disclose the date of
another meeting which will include public input.
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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.
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 Rohner.t Park /City Council in the amount of
$752,117.18
*Community Development Commission in the amount of
$829,804.97
Resolutions for Adoption:
2000 -223 AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT
APPLICATION, THE INCURRING OF AN OBLIGATION,
THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT AGREEMENT AND ANY
AMENDMENTS THERETO, AND ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS
NECESSARY TO SECURE A CODE ENFORCEMENT
INCENTIVE PROGRAM FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
2000 -224 APPROVING AND RATIFYING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT FOR ASSISTING GRANT PREPARATION FOR
THE WATERSHED PROTECTION /WATER BOND 2000
2000 -225 ESTABLISHING CHANGES TO DROP -IN FEES AND
MEMBERSHIP POLICIES AT CALLINAN SPORTS AND
FITNESS CENTER
2000 -226 APPROVING LEASE AGREEMENT WITH SENIORS' CRAFT
SHOPPE FOR CONSIGNMENT SALES OF CRAFTS AT 5800
HUNTER DRIVE, SUITE A
2000 -227 APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT WITH
SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY (SCWA) FOR WATER
CONSERVATION PROGRAM
2000 -228 AWARD OF CONTRACT, COMMERCE BOULEVARD /LACUNA
BIKE PATH, PROJECT NO. 1997 -02
2000 -229 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR A TREADMILL
FOR THE PETER M. CALLINAN SPORTS CENTER
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2000 -230 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF CASSANDRA CAMACHO, ON
BEHALF OF HER CHILDREN, ANGELICA, ROBERT JR.,
AND CAROLINA CAMACHO, MINORS (RE ALLEGED
SHOOTING INCIDENT)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MATTER:
CDC Resolution for adoption:
2000 -08 APPROVING AMENDMENT NUMBER ONE TO THE AGREEMENT
WITH COMMITTEE ON THE SHELTERLESS (COTS) TO
PROVIDE FUNDING TO SUPPLEMENT MANAGEMENT OF AN
ADDITIONAL TRANSITIONAL HOME FOR VERY LOW- INCOME
MOTHERS WITH CHILDREN
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, the Consent Calendar as outlined
on the meeting's agenda was APPROVED 3 -0, with Vice Mayor
Mackenzie and Councilmember Spiro absent.
9. OTHER RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION:
2000 -231 AWARD OF CONTRACT, ROHNERT PARK TEEN CENTER,
BATHROOMS, PROJECT NO. 1998 -08
City Manager Netter shared the contents of the staff
report, and he and City Engineer Gaffney responded to
Council inquiries. Mayor Vidak- Martinez noted that
she has asked City Manager Netter to look into the
possible use of union labor.
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by
Councilmember Reilly, with a friendly amendment to use an
allocation of bond monies to make up for the difference
in the bids, Resolution No. 2000 -231 was APPROVED 3 -0,
with Vice Mayor Mackenzie and Councilmember Spiro absent.
Resolution for consideration:
2000 -232 MODIFYING RECORDS RETENTION /DESTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT POLICY PERTAINING TO MAINTAINING
VIDEOTAPES OF CITY MEETINGS FOR A LIMITED
PERIOD OF TIME NOT TO EXCEED TWELVE (12)
MONTHS
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City Manager Netter gave a report on the retention and
destruction policies for videotapes of city meetings, and
he and City Attorney Strauss responded to Council
questions.
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Mayor
Vidak- Martinez, Resolution No. 2000 -232 was APPROVED 3 -0,
with Vice Mayor Mackenzie and Councilmember Spiro absent.
10. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTER:
1. File No 1902• Consideration of Setting Public
Hearing Date to consider Appeal of Use Permit for Jose
L. Sanchez Use Permit for a Second Unit at 7835 Burton
Avenue:
City Manager Netter and Planning and Community Development
Director Kaufman discussed the contents of the staff
report and Council discussion ensued.
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Mayor
Vidak- Martinez, a motion to hear the appeal regarding
File No. 1902 at the November 28th Council meeting and to
have staff formally notice that hearing, was APPROVED
3 -0, with Vice Mayor Mackenzie and Councilmember Spiro
absent, and with a direction for staff to come back with
more information about the procedures to follow for use
permits for second units.
2. Meeting with Association of Bay Area Governments
(ABAG) Board, Oakland, November 16 2000, 7:30 p.m.,
on RHDN Appeal:
City Attorney Strauss discussed the contents of her
October 31, 2000, memo to Council regarding ABAG's
November 16th meeting. Upon MOTION by Councilmember
Reilly, seconded by Mayor Vidak- Martinez, a motion that
Mayor Vidak- Martinez attend the meeting was APPROVED
3 -0, with Vice Mayor Mackenzie and Councilmember Spiro
absent.
11. GOLF COURSE MATTERS:
1. Staff Report/Update on discussion with American Golf:
City Manager Netter and Councilmember Flores gave a
brief update on the $5 million in renovations needed
for the two local golf courses. Councilmember Flores
ANNOUNCED that there will be a Special Meeting on
Monday, November 20th, at the City Building, from
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6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to hear the Council's
perspectives, to have American Golf come forward with
firm funding proposals, and to make the decisions
necessary to adopt a time line that calls for the
prompt and orderly renovation of the golf courses.
Members of the community are invited to attend.
12. SKATING RINK RELOCATION TO SOUTHWEST BOULEVARD:
1. Staff report on Financing Options for privately -owned
skating rink: City Manager Netter explained the
contents of the staff report. Council discussion
ensued, and City Attorney Strauss responded to Council
inquiries.
At this time, Mayor Vidak- Martinez called forward those
citizens who submitted speaker cards on this item:
1. Jeff Joseph, 8152 Olaf Street, Cotati, was recognized
and noted that the skaters and supporters of Cal
Skate are looking for the City's financial assistance
in helping them obtain a building to put the skating
rink into. He clarified that the funding for interior
renovations to such rink would be coming from outside
sources. He encouraged the City to continue to
review all options, and he commented on the value of a
new rink as a neighborhood resource, particularly in
the Southwest area.
2. Bob Cassanova. Cal Skate, and Buck Oates, Sommers,
Oates & Associates, were recognized and stated that
the $500,000 figure is firm as far as a loan. They
discussed how this private enterprise will actually
benefit the community at large through the traffic
it generates to the Southwest area businesses,
through its multi -uses for churches and schools, and
through the reasonable price it offers for family
enterta- Mment. Mr. Cassanova PROVIDED Council with
letters from Sonoma State University and Geissler
Properties in support of Cal Skate.
3. Samantha 641 Circle, Cotati, was
recognized and indicated that she was speaking on
behalf of all the youth in the Aikido class located
at Traditional Aikido on Southwest Boulevard. She
noted that she has studied Aikido for six years and
that she is currently working on her junior black
belt. She discussed her experiences in studying the
art of peace as taught through Aikido. She remarked
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that although she likes to skate, her heart is with
Aikido, and she ASKED the Council to help Traditional
Aikido should they be forced to relocate due to the
possible Cal Skate relocation to their present
facility.
4. Julie Pearson, 641 Wilford Circle, Cotati, was
recognized and noted that she was the mother of
Samantha Pearson, the previous speaker. She noted
that Samantha studies Aikido and is an "A" student
as well. She commented on the benefits of Aikido for
her daughter in terms of confidence and self - esteem.
She indicated that the Traditional Aikido facility
is non - profit, and she ASKED Council's consideration
for their plight as well should they have to
relocate due to Cal Skate's need for a new facility.
5. Barry Tuchfeld, 2017 Terrace Way., Santa Rosa, was
recognized and indicated that he has been a student of
Aikido at Traditional Aikido for the last seven years.
He discussed the positive impact in the Southwest
area after the improvements went into the facility.
He noted that the.Sensei, the teacher of the art of
Aikido, is not paid to teach the 16 classes a week.
He explained the financial impact a relocation would
have on the Aikido facility, and he ASKED Council to
help them find and afford a new facility until they
could manage it themselves.
Councilmember Flores SUGGESTED that the supporters of the
Traditional Aikido facility contact Recreation Director
Barry to discuss various options for facilities to hold
their classes in. Council discussion concluded with
Council CONCURRENCE to direct staff to come back with
additional legal and financial information on the loan
issues with Cal Skate for a full Council discussion at
an upcoming Council meeting.
13. PARKS AND RECREATION MATTERS:
1. Scooter Workshop Results: Recreation Director Barry
discussed the staff report stemming from the October
26th workshop regarding motorized scooters. He noted
the recommendation of a public education program on
safe scooter use from the Department of Public Safety.
2. Founders' Day Events Report: Recreation Director
Barry shared his report on the Founders' Day Events
held on September 23, 2000. He PRESENTED the Council
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with an award which he received from the California
State Horsemen's Association in appreciation of the
work put into the Founders' Day Parade.
14. WASTE MANAGEMENT REQUEST FOR ANNUAL RATE ADJUSTMENT:
City Manager Netter discussed the contents of the staff
report regarding an annual rate adjustment. Council
CONCURRED to proceed with the "Garbage Rate Increase
Calendar Schedule" calling for a public hearing and
adoption of a resolution on this matter at the Council
meeting on January 9, 2001.
15. TRANSPORTATION MATTERS:
1. Sonoma County transportation Authority (SCTA) 11/13
meeting: Councilmember Flores DISTRIBUTED a brief
report to Council on the November 13th SCTA meeting.
He noted two matters: (1) The availability of $1.3
million in funds for cities to apply for;
specifically, for Rohnert Park to make needed road
improvements; and (2) Approval of the "Welfare to Work
Transportation Plan" which will provide assistance
to low- income individuals who need transportation
plans to gain employment.
16. COMMISSION /COMMITTEE /BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
1. Council review of terms to expire December 31, 2000:
and
2. Council consideration of letter to current members
inquiring about interest in being reappointed:
Council CONCURRED to send a letter to current members,
inquiring about their interest in being reappointed.
17. GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM - MATTERS RELATED
TO THE GENERAL PLAN PROCESS:
1. Growth Management Ordinance Draft:
*Proposal for Workshop with City Council & Planning
Commission:
*Select Date & Time for City Council /Planning
Commission Workshop:
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Council CONCURRED (1) to hold a workshop with the City
Council and the Planning Commission for the Growth
Management Ordinance Draft; (2) to invite the public
to the workshop; and (3) to direct staff to coordinate
a date and time for the workshop.
18. SSU POSSIBLE PARTNERSHIP WITH STUDENTS:
City Manager Netter shared a memorandum from Recreation
Director Barry regarding use of "The Vision" Teen Center
for SSU students. Council CONCURRED TO DEFER this item
for a full discussion by the Council.
19. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS:
1. Sonoma County Tourism Investors Committee meeting:
Mayor Vidak- Martinez reported on the meeting,
discussing four issues: (1) The Tourism Committee
still wants $200,000 from Rohnert Park, despite the
City's request to see more return on such an
investment; (2) The 1999 -2000 Highlights of the Sonoma
County Tourism Program were shared with Council; (3)
A consultant hired by the County will be coming to
discuss tourism issues; (4) The problem of residential
homes being converted into Bed & Breakfasts. Mayor
Vidak- Martinez REQUESTED that staff look into
formulating an ordinance that clarifies this
residential housing matter as far as conversion into
Bed & Breakfasts.
2. Mayors' & Councilmembers' General Membership meeting,
11/9: Mayor Vidak- Martinez reported that the Mayors'
and Councilmembers' group decided to hold over various
appointments until the January meeting, including the
Golden Gate Bridge District appointment. She also
reported on the Mayors' and Councilmembers' Water
Task Force meeting held on November 2nd. She noted
that the group decided to focus on conservation,
identification of the limits of the current system,
and re -use. She indicated that at the next meeting
on November 16th, each city and water district will
come back and report on its current system.
3. Other, if any:
a. The Early Learning Institute /Parents & Communities
Together kick -off meeting: Mayor Vidak- Martinez
commented on a meeting she attended with The Early
Learning Institute, which is working with Parents &
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Communities Together, which is in itself part of a
larger organization that is funding a pilot project
in Rohnert Park on support for first -time parents of
newborn infants. She noted the various local groups
which were at the meeting to talk to the funders about
how to make a community -wide proposal to implement
this program for $50,000 a year.
20. COMMUNICATIONS:
Communications per the attached outline were brought to
the attention of the City Council.
*Mayor Vidak- Martinez directed Council to No. 13, "B.
Strauss /City Attorney: Automatic Gas Shut -off Valve:
Mobilehome Parks," and asked the City Attorney to
comment on the City's follow -up on this matter. City
Attorney Strauss explained how the State decides what
kind of improvements are made to mobilehome parks, and
automatic gas shut -off valves are not among those
improvements as they present a potential nuisance
problem related to the need to relight every pilot
light when the shut -off valves are turned off, whether
intentionally or mischievously. She noted that she has
spoken to the citizen who initially brought this matter
up. At the suggestion of Councilmember Flores, Council
CONCURRED to send this information to the Mobilehome
Residents' Council to see if there would be enough
interest in pursuing this matter with the mobilehome
park owners as a capital improvement pass- through.
21. MATTERS FROM /FOR COUNCIL:
1. Debris Boxes at the Doubletree:
and
2. Senior Center Expansion Request:
and
3. Park Benches & Containers for Pet Poop
and
4. Appointment procedures /City and Regional:
Council'CONCURRED TO DEFER these four items for a full
Council discussion at the next Council meeting.
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5. T's Academy Status Report /Extension Reauest:
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by
Mayor Vidak- Martinez, a motion to AGENDIZE a review of a
request for an extension of the deadline date of June 1,
2001, for T's Academy, was APPROVED 3 -0, with Vice Mayor
Mackenzie and Councilmember Spiro absent.
6. Selection of Officers & Ceremonial Event: Council
discussed City Manager Netter's suggestion of having
a short business meeting followed by the ceremonial
event at the Council meeting on December 12th.
Council CONCURRED to have staff come back with
suggestions for the date and time of the ceremony and
for its placement before or after the business
meeting. City Manager Netter noted that he will
AGENDIZE the rotation for the Council for the
November 28 Council meeting.
7. Other informational items, if any:
a. Transportation Ballot Measure in Alameda:
Councilmember Reilly DISTRIBUTED documents to the
Councilmembers about the County of Alameda's Measure
B. He suggested that staff take a look at Alameda's
highly successful transit measure. Council CONCURRED
with Councilmember Reilly's REQUEST TO AGENDIZE the
matter of the funding of transit improvements under
"Transportation Matters" for the next meeting.
22. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
1. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME
Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program Policies -
Update: City Manager Netter reported on the progress
made by the Technical Advisory Committee members and
the Community Development Committee members at the
Sonoma County Community Development Commission. He
discussed the contents of the November 2, 2000, report
provided to Councilmembers, and he commented on the
timeline for the completion of programs.
2. Holiday Lights Celebration: City Manager Netter
referred to Robin Bleckwehl's presentation earlier
this evening. Ms. Bleckwehl, representing the local
Chamber of Commerce, invited members of the community
to the Holiday Lights Celebration on Thursday,
November 30th, from 6:00 -7:30 p.m., at the Rohnert
Park Community Center.
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3. Employees' & Commissioners' Appreciation Events: City
Manager Netter reminded Councilmembers of two dates:
(1) Employee Appreciation Event, Friday, February.
23rd; and (2) Commissioner Appreciation Event, Friday,
March 30th. He also noted the Retirement Dinner for
Chuck Raye on January 6, 2001.
23. 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 9:18 p.m.
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Katy Leonard,
Certified Shorthand Reporter
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Vicki Vidak- Martinez,
Mayor
City of Rohnert Park
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