2001/02/13 City Council MinutesCITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL
BUDGET WORK SESSION:
SIX -MONTH FINANCIAL REVIEW &
PROJECTIONS FOR 2001 -02
WORK SESSION MINUTES
February 13, 2001
Tuesday
The Rohnert Park City Council met this date for a work
session open to the public to discuss the budget,
commencing at approximately 5:00 p.m. in the
City Offices, Conference Room, 6750 Commerce Boulevard,
Rohnert Park, with Mayor Mackenzie presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Mackenzie called the work session to order at
approximately 5:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present: ( 5 )
Absent: ( 0 )
Councilmembers
Vidak- Martinez;
Mayor Mackenzie
None
Reilly, Spiro, and
Vice Mayor Flores;
Staff present for all or part of the meetinct: City
Manager Netter, City Attorney Strauss, Interim Assistant
City Manager Stephens, City Engineer Gaffney, Planning
and Community Development Director Kaufman, Finance
Director Lipitz, Recreation Director Barry, Director of
Public Safety Miller, and Personnel Manager Robbins.
ACKNOWLEDGING THE CITY MANAGER /CLERK'S REPORT ON THE
POSTING OF THE MEETING'S AGENDA:
The Council acknowledged the City Manager /Clerk's report
on the posting of the meeting's agenda.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
Mayor Mackenzie 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).
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At this time, no citizens came forward to speak.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION:
1. REVIEW OF FISCAL YEAR END 1999 -2000 ACTUAL INCLUDING
RESERVES:
City Manager Netter gave a brief summary of the 1999 -2000
Fiscal Year. Finance Director Lipitz shared the contents
of the staff report dated January 22, 2001 and responded
to Council questions.
*Councilmember Spiro REQUESTED more detailed information
regarding the General Fund Revenues.
*Mayor Mackenzie REQUESTED a more accurate reflection of
overtime data.
*Councilmember Vidak- Martinez SUGGESTED adding one more
person to work with the current Information Service
Technician.
2. REVIEW OF SIX (6) MONTH REVENUE REPORT, BUDGET VS.
ACTUAL (JULY 1, 2000 - DECEMBER 31, 2000):
and
3. REVIEW OF SIX (6) MONTH EXPENDITURE REPORT, BUDGET VS.
ACTUAL (JULY 1, 2000 - DECEMBER 31, 2000):
Finance Director Lipitz shared the contents of the staff
report dated January 17, 2001, and she and City Manager
Netter responded to Council inquiries.
4. REVIEW OF RESERVES:
Finance Director Lipitz and City Manager Netter discussed
various aspects of the staff report of January 17, 2001,
specifically the "Reserves" as reflected on page 11. They
their responded to Council questions.
5. REVIEW OF ENERGY COSTS, PROJECTIONS, AND IMPACTS ON
BUDGET:
Finance Director Lipitz briefly summarized the contents of
the one -page staff report entitled, "PG &E Comparison."
She and Interim Assistant City Manager Stephens responded
to Council inquiries.
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6. PROJECTED BUDGET 2001 -2002 IMPACTS:
Finance Director Lipitz covered the contents of two staff
reports, respectively entitled, "Projections for
2001 - 2002," and, "Financial Factors." Mayor Mackenzie
thanked Finance Director Lipitz and the members of the
Finance Department for the various reports reviewed this
evening.
7. COUNCIL DISCUSSION /QUESTIONS /DIRECTION:
Council discussion ensued as Councilmembers shared their
perspectives on the budget.
* Councilmember Vidak- Martinez shared two SUGGESTIONS:
(1) The hiring of a person to specifically work on
Economic Development.
(2) A future meeting of Councilmembers to discuss their
perspectives on the obligations and goals of the City
in relation to creating a coherent plan for the next
budget.
Council discussion concluded with Council CONCURRENCE to
have a Special Session of the Council by the second
Council meeting in March to discuss and outline the
following matters:
(1) A discussion of each Councilmember's concerns and
areas of interest regarding the budget cycle;
(2) A discussion of the values that will guide the
budget - planning process;
(3) A formulation of a strategic plan, encompassing the
aforementioned concerns and the values, to guide
the current budget - planning process, using the
staff report entitled, "Financial Factors," as a
starting point.
8. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Mayor Mackenzie
ADJOURNED the work session at approximately 6:05 p.m.
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CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
CITY COUNCIL
BUDGET WORK SESSION:
SIX -MONTH FINANCIAL REVIEW &
PROJECTIONS FOR 2001 -02
WORK SESSION MINUTES
February 13, 2001
Tuesday
The Rohnert Park City Council met this date for a work
session open to the public to discuss the budget,
commencing at approximately 5:00 p.m. in the
City Offices, Conference Room, 6750 Commerce Boulevard,
Rohnert Park, with Mayor Mackenzie presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Mackenzie called the work session to order at
approximately 5:01 P.M.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (5) Councilmembers Reilly, Spiro, and
Vidak- Martinez; Vice Mayor Flores;
Mayor Mackenzie
Absent: ( 0 ) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City
Manager Netter, City Attorney Strauss, Interim Assistant
City Manager Stephens, City Engineer Gaffney, Planning
and Community Development Director Kaufman, Finance
Director Lipitz, Recreation Director Barry, Director of
Public Safety Miller, and Personnel Manager Robbins.
ACKNOWLEDGING THE CITY MANAGER /CLERK'S REPORT ON THE
POSTING OF THE MEETING'S AGENDA:
The Council acknowledged the City Manager /Clerk's report
on the posting of the meeting's agenda.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
Mayor Mackenzie 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).
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At this time, no citizens came forward to speak.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION:
1. REVIEW.OF FISCAL YEAR END 1999 -2000 ACTUAL INCLUDING
RESERVES:.
City Manager Netter gave a brief summary of the 1999 -2000
Fiscal Year. Finance Director Lipitz shared the contents
of the staff report dated January 22, 2001 and responded
to Council questions.
*Councilmember Spiro REQUESTED more detailed information
regarding the General Fund Revenues.
*Mayor Mackenzie REQUESTED a more accurate reflection of
overtime data.
*Councilmember Vidak- Martinez *requested information on
the Public Safety overtime Study begun in May 2000, and
eirrent requested another Information Service Technician
to handle the increased workload.
* CORRECTION ABOVE fr=n 2/27/01 City Council mtg: Per Councilmember Vidak- Martinez
(deletion lined out /additions underlined)
2. REVIEW OF SIX (6) MONTH REVENUE REPORT, BUDGET VS.
ACTUAL (JULY 1, 2000 - DECEMBER 31, 2000):
and
3. REVIEW OF SIX (6) MONTH EXPENDITURE REPORT, BUDGET VS.
ACTUAL (JULY 1, 2000 - DECEMBER 31, 2000):
Finance Director Lipitz shared the contents of the staff
report dated January 17, 2001, and she and City Manager
Netter responded to Council inquiries.
4. REVIEW'OF RESERVES:
Finance Director Lipitz and City Manager Netter discussed
various aspects of the staff "report of January 17, 2001,
specifically the "Reserves" as reflected on page 11. They
then responded to Council questions.
5. REVIEW OF ENERGY COSTS, PROJECTIONS, AND IMPACTS ON
BUDGET:
Finance Director Lipitz briefly summarized the contents of
the one -page staff report entitled, "PG &E Comparison."
She and Interim Assistant City Manager Stephens responded
to Council inquiries.
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6. PROJECTED BUDGET 2001 -2002 IMPACTS:
Finance Director Lipitz covered the contents of two staff
reports, respectively entitled, "Projections for
2001 - 2002," and, "Financial Factors." Mayor Mackenzie
thanked Finance Director Lipitz and the members of the
Finance Department for the various reports reviewed this
evening.
7. COUNCIL DISCUSSION /QUESTIONS /DIRECTION:
Council discussion ensued as Councilmembers shared their
perspectives on the budget.
* Councilmember Vidak- Martinez shared two SUGGESTIONS:
(1) The hiring of a person to specifically work on
Economic Development.
(2) A future meeting of Councilmembers to discuss their
perspectives on the obligations and goals of the City
in relation to creating a coherent plan for the next
budget.
Council discussion concluded with Council CONCURRENCE to
have a Special Session of the Council by the second
Council meeting in March to discuss and outline the
following matters:
(1) A discussion of each Councilmember's concerns and
areas of interest regarding the budget cycle;
(2) A discussion of the values that will guide the
budget - planning process;
(3) A formulation of a strategic plan, encompassing the
aforementioned concerns and the values, to guide
the current budget - planning process, using the
staff report entitled, "Financial Factors," as a
starting point.
8. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Mayor Mackenzie
ADJOURNED the work session at approximately 6:05 p.m.
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Certified Shorthand Reporter
CSR No. 11599
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES for:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
February 13, 2001
Tuesday
The concurrent meetings of the City of Rohnert Park for
the City Council, the Community Development Commission,
and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority met this date in
regular session for a regular meeting to commence at
7:00 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard,
Rohnert Park, with Mayor Mackenzie presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Mackenzie called the regular session to order
at 7:25 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (5) Councilmembers Reilly, Spiro and
Vidak- Martinez; Vice Mayor Flores; and
Mayor Mackenzie
Absent: ( 0 ) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City
Manager Netter, City Attorney Strauss, Interim Assistant
City Manager Stephens, and Management Analyst Fogle.
WORK SESSION: A work session commencing at 5:00 p.m.
was held in the conference room to discuss the budget.
1. CLOSED SESSION:
Mayor Mackenzie reported on the closed session, which
commenced at approximately 6:10 p.m. to discuss matters
listed on the agenda attachment, representing an update.
PERSONNEL MATTERS:
1. Rohnert Park Public Safety Officers Association -
ReQuest for Contract Re- opener for 3% at 50_ with
Joseph D. Netter, City Manager; Pamala Robbins,
Personnel Manager; Sandy Lipitz, Finance Director;
Lee Finney, IDEA• and Jeff Miller Director of Public
Safety: Nothing to report.
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LITIGATION MATTERS:
1. Possible litigation, two cases: Nothing to report.
REAL ESTATE NEGOTIATIONS:
1. Lands around the Stadium: Nothing to report.
2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES - JANUARY 23, 2001:
Mayor Mackenzie read the amended portion of the Solid
Waste Services Work Session of January 23rd, 2001, as
outlined on the bottom of page 4 under "Council
Direction."
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Flores, seconded by
Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, the Minutes of January 23,
2001 were APPROVED 5 -0 AS AMENDED:
* Councilmember Vidak - Martinez: Page 11, Item 10, change
the name of "Florence Gresty" as reflected on the agenda
and in the minutes to correctly reflect the name of
"Dorothy Johnson."
3. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS, IF ANY (INFORMATIONAL ONLY):
Mayor Mackenzie asked the Councilmembers if there were
any informational communications to add to the agenda.
No Councilmembers had any communications to add at this
time.
4. RECOGNITION OF STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES:
*Rancho Cotate High School Youth of the Year Program:
and
*Sonoma State University Associated Students Inc.:
Student reports /comments held over to February 27, 2001,
due to time constraints this evening.
5. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
Mayor Mackenzie 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. Steven R. Thornton P.O. Box 1256 Healdsburg, was
recognized and expressed his concerns over the
invocation at the January 9th, 2001, Council meeting.
He noted that he was the chair of the A.C.L.U. up until
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five years ago when this matter was before the Council.
He expressed his support for a non sequitur invocation,
and he referred to the Constitution of the State of
California. He ASKED the Council to avoid potential
lawsuits by resolving this matter by returning to the
policy that was outlined approximately five years ago.
2. Iry Sutley, P.O. Box 154, Cotati, was recognized and
discussed his concerns pertaining to the Council's
invocation at the beginning of the year as a violation
of the United States Constitution and the California
Constitution. He described the City of Rohnert Park's
various entanglements between Church and State as far
as Christian worship at a Council meeting, signs in the
City, long -term leases to Christian organizations, and
the City seal. He noted that he has filed a claim in
relation to these violations, and he ASKED the City to
reconsider its actions as far as the separation between
Church and State.
3. Katharine Saavedra, 6930 Commerce Boulevard, #1, was
recognized and expressed her feelings about the City's
invocation before the Council meeting at the beginning
of the year. As an atheist, she noted that opening
City meetings with a Christian invocation excludes
members of the community who do not share the faith of
those offering the prayer. She indicated that she
would like to be on equal footing with all citizens of
Rohnert Park if she needs to come and conduct any
business at City Hall, and she ASKED the City Council
to end the practice of sectarian invocations.
4. C Mike Rice 7177 Adrian Drive, was recognized and
indicated that public prayer is contrary not only to
the United States Constitution when done by the City
Council, but it is also contrary to words attributed
to Jesus in the Bible. He noted that while public
prayer is heartfelt by many, it is also detested by
many in that it represents an intrusion on their
personal life and beliefs, as well as their rights.
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6. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Mayor Mackenzie asked if there were any questions about
the matters on the Consent Calendar, which were explained
in the City Manager's Council Meeting Memo.
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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
$1,225,545.98
*Community Development Commission in the amount of
$27,022.68
Accepting Cash /Investments Report for Month End,
October 31, 2000 & November 30, 2000, concurrently for:
*City of Rohnert Park /City Council
*Community Development Commission
*Rohnert Park Financing Authority
Resolutions for Adoption:
2001 -25 APPROVING A CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH BJY,
INCORPORATED, FOR PROVIDING PLAN REVIEW SERVICES
TO THE CITY'S BUILDING DEPARTMENT
2001 -26 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR GYM FLOOR
COVERING
2001 -27 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR A SOUND SYSTEM
FOR THE TEEN CENTER AND SOUND SYSTEM UPGRADE FOR
THE COMMUNITY CENTER
2001 -28 REJECTING THE INSUFFICIENT CLAIM OF SHOSHANA
GELLER (RE: LEG INJURY ALLEGEDLY SUSTAINED AT
CRUSHER STADIUM)
2001 -29 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF REED JOHNSON (RE: ALLEGED
POLICE HARASSMENT)
2001 -30 STATING CITY COUNCIL'S INTENTION TO AMEND HOUSING
ELEMENT
Ordinance for Adoption:
No. 662 REZONING ONE (1) PARCEL TOTALING .76 ACRES
LOCATED ON THE NORTHERLY SIDE OF EAST COTATI
AVENUE AND WEST OF CAMINO COLEGIO (1399 EAST
COTATI AVENUE) AND MORE PRECISELY KNOWN AS
ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER 143 - 340 -020 FROM
LIMITED COMMERCIAL: PLANNED DEVELOPMENT COMBINING
DISTRICT (C -L: P -P) TO MULTI- FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT COMBINING
DISTRICT (R- M:2000:P -D) (P &Z FILE NO. 1904 -
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BIJAN MADJLESSI /MASMA CONSTRUCTION)
Ordinance for introduction:
No. 663 AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 416 AND TITLE 13 OF THE
ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (WATER AND SEWERS
ORDINANCE), SECTION 13.36 (SEWERS - REGULATION
OF WASTE DISCHARGES)
APPROVING DONATION OF A SPORTS CENTER MEMBERSHIP ($360
VALUE) AND SUMMER SEASON FAMILY POOL MEMBERSHIP ($150
VALUE) FOR EDUCATION FOUNDATION'S 15TH ANNUAL "SHARING
OF THE GREEN AUCTION," MARCH 10, 2001
APPROVING CONTRIBUTION OF $350 FOR ANNUAL RANCHO COTATE
HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AWARDS
BANQUET ON MAY 3, 2001
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Spiro, the Consent Calendar as outlined on
the meeting's agenda was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
7. OTHER RESOLUTION FOR CONSIDERATION:
2001 -31 ESTABLISHING A PRIORITY ORDER OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 2001 -02 PROJECT
APPLICATIONS
City Manager Netter shared the contents of the staff
report provided to the Councilmembers in their packets,
and he responded to Council questions. Council
discussion concluded, and upon MOTION by Councilmember
Reilly, seconded by Councilmember Vidak- Martinez,
Resolution No. 2001 -31 was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, with
flexibility granted to the City Manager in determining the
best way to fund all three projects outlined in the staff
report.
8. GOLF COURSE PRESENTATIONS:
At this time, Mayor Mackenzie reported that Medallion
Golf Incorporated has withdrawn their proposal to renovate
and operate the golf courses at Mountain Shadows, and that
they will not be making a presentation this evening.
City Manager Netter gave a brief staff report, and he
discussed the contents of the packets provided to the
Councilmembers. The regional vice president of American
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Golf came forward to express his support for the process
at hand, as well as American Golf's willingness to work
with any other operator.
Courseco: Tom Isaak, President of CourseCo,
Incorporated, and representatives and consultants from
Courseco were introduced by Mr. Isaak They shared
the contents of materials provided to Council about
their company and their proposal to redevelop, lease,
and operate Mountain Shadows Golf Courses. The
CourseCo reps responded to Council inquiries throughout
their presentation.
2. Medallion: Proposal withdrawn.
3. Public Comments: At this time, Mayor Mackenzie called
forward any citizens wishing to make a comment on this
item.
1. Bill Comstock 267 Fauna Avenue, was recognized and
noted that he is the General Manager of the Doubletree
Hotel in Rohnert Park. He urged the Council to explore
and support the renovations to the Mountain Shadows
Golf Courses in order to provide the City with a
first -class golf resort and an economic resource. He
noted that the development and maintenance of local
attractions will maintain increased revenues for the
City as the Sonoma County's tourism market becomes
increasingly competitive.
2. Robin Bleckwehl 5000 Roberts Lake Road, was
recognized and indicated that she is President, CEO,
Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce. She seconded Mr.
Comstock's endorsement of a premier golf facility as
an excellent return -on- investment economic development
project. She encouraged the Council to find a partner
who would develop the golf course and be a partner in
the marketing of the combination golf course /resort
hotel facility..
3. Charles Kitchen, 4457 Hollingsworth Circle, was
recognized and expressed his support for CourseCo's
proposal to renovate and operate Mountain Shadows Golf
Courses. He commented on his positive discussions with
Mr. Tom Isaak, President of CourseCo, and with clients
of CourseCo's. He also encouraged the Council to get a
representative from the golfing community and to form
an ad hoc committee.
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4. Council discussion /action -..Direct Staff to negotiate
Assumption Agreement with new operator and American
Golf Corporation:
Following Council questions posed to the representatives
of CourseCo, Councilmember Reilly made a MOTION to direct
staff to negotiate an assumption agreement with the new
operator, CourseCo, and American Golf Corporation, with
directions for staff to work with CourseCo to address
the concerns voiced by the Councilmembers and /or the Golf
Course Subcommittee. Said motion was UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVED.
RECESS: Mayor Mackenzie declared a recess at
approximately 8:55 p.m.
RECONVENE: Mayor Mackenzie reconvened the Council at
approximately 9:05 p.m. with all of the
Councilmembers present.
9. SOLID WASTE SERVICES - CONSIDERATION AND EVALUATION OF
PROPOSALS:
Mayor Mackenzie outlined the process to be followed in
awarding a solid waste services contract, and he indicated
that the consultants from Hilton Farnkopf & Hobson were
present to answer any Council questions.
Staff /Consultants report and update: City Manager
fetter briefly summarized the staff report provided
:o Council, and he DISTRIBUTED and commented on the
revised cost chart of February 13, 2001, entitled,
"Comparison of Proposer Costs and Required Revenues
(Rates)."
2. Solid Waste Services Presentations:
a. Empire Waste Management by James Landa, District
Manager: Mr. Landa and other representatives from
Empire Waste gave a presentation outlining the
benefits of choosing Empire for the solid waste
contract. Mr. Landa shared a slideshow with the
Council, and he and other representatives from
Empire DISTRIBUTED various handouts to the Council
to clarify matters in their proposal pertaining
to costs, roll -offs, and reference checks.
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b. Green Team by Ken Etherington, General Manager:
Mr. Etherington thanked the Council and the City
staff for working with Green Team as a proposer, and
he indicated that the Green Team would be a
responsible contractor with significant benefits for
the community should it be selected.
c. North Bay Corporation by Rick Powell, President:
Mr. Powell noted the benefits of North Bay
Corporation's proposal, and he discussed various
aspects of their business throughout California.
He urged the Council to consider North Bay's
service, rates, and transition experience in
making the waste services selection.
d. Rohnert Park Resource Recovery by Ernie Carpenter
Consultant: Mr. Carpenter introduced Curtis
Michelini, Sr., President of Rohnert Park Resource
Recovery, who shared brief remarks in favor of
R.P. Resource Recovery (R3) receiving the contract.
Mr. Carpenter then called forward a rep from R3 who
gave a slide presentation and shared comments on
R31s bid and their recycling program. Mr. Carpenter
provided final comments on cost versus risk, and
he shared additional reasons for choosing R3.
EXTEND COUNCIL MEETING:
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Spiro, seconded by Vice
Mayor Flores, a motion to extend the meeting past
10:00 p.m. to finish necessary agenda items was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED at approximately 10:00 p.m.
3. Public Comments:
At this time, Mayor Mackenzie called forward those
citizens wishing to comment on this item.
Citizens submitted speaker cards and shared verbal
and /or written comments expressing support for the
various solid waste services' proposers.
SUPPORT 1. Geoff Harrison 2 Chelsea Drive Sonoma
County, for EMPIRE
SUPPORT 2. Marissa Miller, 7500 Camino Colegio, for
EMPIRE, DISTRIBUTED LETTER to Councilmembers
SUPPORT 3. Norman L. deVall P.O. Box 3 Elk, for
ROHNERT PARK RESOURCE RECOVERY, HANDOUT
to CITY ATTORNEY
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4. William Adams 716 Brett Avenue, was recognized and
shared his concerns about the City's ability to
sufficiently staff compliance inspections on the
solid waste operations.
SUPPORT 5. Mario Guzman 443 Bruce Avenue, President
of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of
Sonoma County, for EMPIRE
SUPPORT 6. Elisio Gonzalez, 328 Alma Avenue, for
EMPIRE, letter read by Marissa Miller
SUPPORT 7. Agustin Baralas, 7098 Adele Avenue, for
EMPIRE
SUPPORT 8. Trish Pisenti, 5563 Sonoma Highway, Santa
Rosa, for EMPIRE
SUPPORT 9. Raul Baralas 7701 Santa Barbara Drive, for
EMPIRE, card read by Mayor Mackenzie
SUPPORT 10. Bliss Roberts 7850 Blair Avenue, for EMPIRE
SUPPORT 11. Jose Diaz, 2416 Pomo Court,_ Santa Rosa, for
EMPIRE
SUPPORT 12. Erasmo A. Gonzalez 328 Alma Avenue, for
EMPIRE, card read by Mayor Mackenzie
SUPPORT 13. Victorino Solario 303 Alma Avenue, for
EMPIRE, card read by Mayor Mackenzie
SUPPORT 14. Robin Bleckwehl 5000 Roberts Lake Road, for
EMPIRE
SUPPORT 15. Al Bianchi, 3333 Mendocino Avenue, #200,
Santa Rosa, for NORTH BAY CORPORATION
SUPPORT 16. Tony Kerkhif, 3133 Magowan Drive, Santa Rosa,
for EMPIRE
SUPPORT 17. Harry Hardin, Home Avenue, Santa Rosa, for
ROHNERT PARK RESOURCE RECOVERY
SUPPORT 18. Tony Rizzitello, 114 Coachman Lane, _Sonoma
County, for ROHNERT PARK RESOURCE RECOVERY
4. Council Questions to Staff /Consultants: Councilmembers
presented their questions to staff, the consultants,
and the proposers at this time.
5. Council discussion /action - Award of Contract for
Garbage and Refuse Service and Temporary Debris Box
Service:
Resolutions for consideration:
2001 -32 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR GARBAGE AND REFUSE SERVICE
and
2001 -33 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR TEMPORARY DEBRIS BOX
SERVICE
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At this time, Mayor Mackenzie read the resolutions as
outlined in the Councilmembers' packets to the audience.
The Councilmembers thanked the proposers, the consultants,
and City staff, and they shared their perspectives on the
process and the proposals.
Council discussion concluded upon MOTION by Councilmember
Spiro to award the contract for solid waste services for
the City of Rohnert Park to Rohnert Park Resource
Recovery as the lowest bidder. The motion DIED for LACK
OF A SECOND.
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Flores, seconded
Councilmember Reilly, a motion was made to
contract for Solid Waste Services to North
Corporation, as outlined in Resolution No.
include additional language per City Attori
follows:
by
award the
Bay
2001 -32, and to
zey Strauss as
"Be it further resolved that the contract be
amended to exclude as an allowable cost
disposal costs in Years 3 and forward in
accordance with the written correspondence
received by North Bay Corporation."
The maker of the motion and the second accepted the
additional language of the City Attorney, and the
contract for Solid Waste Services, as outlined in
Resolution No. 2001 -32, including the City Attorney's
additional language, to be awarded to North Bay
Corporation was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED by ROLL CALL VOTE.
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Spiro, seconded by
Councilmember Reilly, a motion was made to award the
contract for Temporary Debris Box Services, as outlined in
Resolution No. 2001 -33 for Temporary Debris Box Services
only, to Rohnert Park Resource Recovery. Said motion
FAILED 2 -3 by ROLL CALL VOTE, with Councilmember
Vidak- Martinez, Vice Mayor Flores, and Mayor Mackenzie
dissenting.
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Flores, seconded by
Councilmember Spiro, a motion was made to award the
contract for Temporary Debris Box Services, as outlined in
Resolution No. 2001 -33 for Temporary Debris Box Services
only, to Rohnert Park Resource Recovery, North Bay
Corporation, and Empire Waste Management. Said motion
was APPROVED 4 -1 by ROLL CALL VOTE with Councilmember
Vidak- Martinez dissenting.
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10. SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION APPOINTMENT -
COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT FOR TWO -YEAR TERM
EXPIRED ON DECEMBER 31, 2000:
*To fill VACANCY due to Dorothy Johnson indicating no
interest in re- appointment:
Upon Council acceptance, Elaine Sampson was newly
appointed as Councilmember Vidak- Martinez' nomination to
fill the vacancy due to the resignation of Dorothy
Johnson, for a two -year term to expire December 31, 2002.
11. GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM - MATTERS RELATED
TO THE GENERAL PLAN PROCESS:
1. Joint City Council /Planning Commission Study Session to
be held Thursday, February 15 2001 at the Rohnert
Park Senior Center, on draft ordinances as follows:
*Mobilehome Park Conversion Ordinance
*Growth Management Program Ordinance
Mayor Mackenzie announced that the meeting is scheduled to
begin at 6:00 p.m.
At this time, Mayor Mackenzie noted that certain
Councilmembers were in attendance this evening despite
being ill. Councilmember Vidak- Martinez LEFT the
meeting at 11:40 p.m. due to illness.
12. BUDGET MATTERS:
1. Results of Budget /Six -Month Financial Review Workshop:
Mayor Mackenzie reported that the Councilmembers will
be taking a serious look at next year's budget, and
he expressed the Council's concerns over current and
future budgetary matters.
Councilmember Spiro LEFT the meeting at 11:42 p.m. due to
illness.
2. Council discussion /direction: Mayor Mackenzie
indicated that the Council will be meeting in a Special
Session to discuss direction and goals for the next
budget cycle. The remaining Councilmembers CONCURRED
on the necessity of a Special Session to address
strategic planning, implementation measures, goals, and
obligations for the next budget. Councilmember Reilly
added the topics of future staffing and enticements for
people to relocate to Rohnert Park for employment.
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13. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS:
1. Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association Executive Board,
2/8 meeting: Vice Mayor Flores shared a few matters
discussed at the meeting, including:
(1) Expressway almost completed.
(2) Magnolia Pool opening in April.
(3) Groundbreaking on new Library and City Hall to be
announced.
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time..
2. Library Subcommittee, 2/9 meeting: Vice Mayor Flores
discussed matters related to the bid process for the
new Library, noting that it may be possible during the
bid process due.to a variety of reasons to add in the
deductive alternates, thus increasing the overall
quality of the Library itself.
14. COMMUNICATIONS:
Communications per the attached outline were brought to
the attention of the City.Council.
*City Manager Netter directed Councilmembers to Item No.
42, information from Councilmember Vidak - Martinez
regarding "Wellness Center Lease Revisions." City
Manager Netter asked the Council for direction.
Councilmember Reilly made a MOTION to direct the City
Manager to come back at the next Council meeting with
recommendations as to the best use of the land involved
in this matter. Upon further discussions with City
Attorney Strauss, Councilmember Reilly WITHDREW his motion.
* CORRECTION BELOW from 2/27/01 City Council mtg. Per councilmember Reilly noting that he
withdrew his above motion & his further participation in this discussion due to the
possibility of a conflict of interest. (deletion lined out /addition underlined)
'A +- �-he sugyesti On of Vi r_e Mayo.r Flores, Mayor Mackenzie
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*and r _ 14er Reilly CONCURRED to direct the City
Manager to respond to some of the concerns raised by
Councilmember Vidak- Martinez in her letter, and to
bring his report back to the Council meeting of
February 27th, 2001, for a full discussion on the status
of the lease and the City Attorney's recommendations.
*City Manager Netter directed Councilmembers to Item No.
43, "Status of Railroad At -Grade Crossings," from Matt
Townsend, Assistant Civil Engineer. He noted that a
written report was provided for INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES.
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15. MATTERS FROM /FOR COUNCIL:
1. Joint Meeting with City of Cotati, City of Rohnert
Park and Cotati - Rohnert Park Unified School District -
School District Board of Trustees suggesting April 12
or May 15, 2001: Mayor Mackenzie referred the
Councilmembers to the letter from Janice Heffron in
the Council packets, and the Councilmembers CONCURRED
to have staff confirm the date of April 12, 2001, with
the other Councilmembers.
2. Joint Meetings with other agencies: City of Cotati,
City of Santa Rosa, County Board of Supervisors, Sonoma
State University, and Cotati - Rohnert Park Unified
School District: Mayor Mackenzie provided a brief
update on his efforts to meet with the various parties
that will be involved in joint meetings. He ASKED the
Council to start establishing dates as soon as
possible with these entities.
3. School District Boundaries: Mayor Mackenzie reported
on his recent discussions regarding school district
boundaries and his efforts to start discussions as far
as possible revisions of the school district
boundaries.
Councilmember Reilly indicated two items which he wants
to add under "Matters from /for Council" for the next
Council meeting:
(1) A discussion of alternate power, and, at the
suggestion of Mayor Mackenzie, a discussion of the
possibility of an energy strategy for the City of
Rohnert Park.
(2) A discussion of back -up alarms on powered lifts and
industrial equipment, which is projecting over the
residential neighborhoods in the golf course area.
Council CONCURRED to add the discussions to the next
AGENDA.
16. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
1. League of California Cities - Grassroots Coordinator
Network Information Packets: City Manager Netter
referred the Councilmembers to the letter provided
to Council in their packets, and he alerted them that
there is important information about an upcoming vote
on an increase in dues.
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2. Supervisorial Redistricting Process: City Manager
Netter provided the Council with a brief update on
his efforts in the Supervisorial Redistricting Process.
He indicated that he will keep the Council informed
of the calendar of events on this matter.
Mayor Mackenzie REQUESTED TO AGENDIZE this matter for
Council direction. Council CONCURRED with his request.
3. City Manager attendance at League of California
Cities - City Manager Department Conference Monterey
February 14 -16, 2001: INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES.
Furthermore, the City Manager reported that the General
Plan is now posted on the web site for the City of Rohnert
Park.
17. OTHER UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
At this time, Mayor Mackenzie called forward any citizens
wishing to speak. No one responded.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Mayor Mackenzie
ADJOURNED the meeting at approximately 12:03 a.m.
TO
6:00 p.m., Thursday, February 15, 2001,
FOR
City Council /Planning Commission Joint Study Session
ON
Draft Ordinances as follows:
*Mobilehome Park Conversion Ordinance
*Growth Management Program Ordinance
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Katy Leonard,
Certified Shorthand Reporter
CSR No. 11599
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