1998/09/22 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes
September 22, 1998
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session
commencing at 6:00 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park,
with Mayor Linda Spiro presiding.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Linda Spiro called the regular session to order at approximately
6:35 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL: Present: (5) Councilmembers Flores, Mackenzie, Reilly, Vidak- Martinez,
and Mayor Spiro
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney Flitner,
Assistant City Manager Leivo, Management Analyst Fogle, City Engineer Gaffney, Planning/
Community Development Director Schulenburg and Public Works Manager Stephens.
1. CLOSED SESSION: Mayor Linda Spiro reported on the closed session which commenced this
evening at 6:00 to discuss matters listed on the agenda attachment, representing an update,
with no action taken at this time.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Corrections to the previous meeting minutes were made by
Council and signified on original set of minutes.
Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, the
minutes of September 8, 1998 were unanimously approved as amended.
3. APPROVAL OF BILLS: Upon motion by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Mackenzie, City bills presented per the attached list in the amount of
$1,576,303.48 were unanimously approved.
4. ADDING INFORMATIONAL NON - AGENDAED MATTERS:
Mayor Linda Spiro asked Councilmembers or staff if there were any non - agendaed
informational items to add to the agenda. -- Mayor Spiro signified she may have one.
Councilmember Reilly signified one item to add regarding campaigns.
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5. MAYOR'S PRESENTATIONS of PROCLAMATIONS:
Mayor Linda Spiro shared contents of proclamations and made presentations as follows:
For Representatives of
The Sonoma County Wineries Association & The California Welcome Center
•In Appreciation of Linda Johnson, recently retired as Executive Director of the
Sonoma County Wineries Association, following 16 years of dedicated service
On Appreciation of John Enquist, recently resigned as General Manager of the
California Welcome Center, following 7 years of dedicated service
For Representatives of
The Sonoma County Crushers
On Appreciation of Bob and Susan Fletcher, Owners of Sonoma County Crushers, for
contribution of successful efforts in the Rohnert Park Community and for winning the
1998 Western Baseball League Title
6. YOUTH CITY COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES from 1998 -99 Youth of the Year Program
Youth Representatives Senior Jennifer Weaver and Junior Manisha Hall, provided the
youth report, which included: the Welcome Back Rally Dance went well; the Homecoming
Game and Dance will be coming up at the end of the second week in October; & Miss Hall
shared that she is the Junior Class President, was on the Student Council last year, is on the
Interact Club, has lived here for 13 years, plays soccer and softball, and is excited about the
Youth of the Year Program.
7. PROPOSALS FROM YOUTH OF THE YEAR PROGRAM REPRESENTATIVES:
1) Request for Youth Member Representatives of the Month for Mayor, City Manager,
& /or other Directors of City Departments - Recommendation
City Manager Netter reviewed the background of this request which originated several
meetings ago. He suggested the possibility of centering this around a "Know Your City
Week ", endorsed by the League of California Cities. A good timing would have been
around the Founders' Day Event, which is this coming week end, and would be too close
for this year. -- Councilmember Flores signified it is a good idea for students to get to
know their City Council and City Departments. Earlier in the year would also be a
good idea, with good weather and when Department Managers are out in the field.
-- Councilmember Reilly shared that this may be an option to consider, but since the
Youth Reps had brought this forward, it may not be what they had in mind.
Councilmember Reilly recommended the Youth Reps advise the City Council further on
what they had in mind for this item. Council concurred.
Youth Representative Jennifer Weaver signified that this Youth Report would probably be
provided to Council later in October, as they have a Study Body meeting on the 8th.
Vice Mayor Vicki Vidak - Martinez shared that this item was discussed last month at the
2x2x2 Committee meeting pertaining to the "Know Your City Week ", and commented on
recognition of the closeness and need to coordinate the three entities of the School District
and the Cities of Cotati and Rohnert Park.
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2) Request for Major Pool Complex - Refer to Parks & Recreation Commission
City Manager Netter confirmed this was another item the Youth Representatives requested the
Council to consider. Discussion concluded in Council concurrence to forward this item to the
Parks and Recreation Commission for consideration of a recommendation to the City Council.
8. SCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCE:
*Rohnert Park Sister Cities Committee, Mike Grubler, Chairperson, reviewed his letter dated
September 10, 1998 provided to Council regarding a joint project to pursue formal relationship with
Philipino- American Association. Mr. Grubler introduced Mr. Val Tabunot, Representative of the
Philipino- American Association of Rohnert Park, who was present at this meeting. Discussion of
the recommendations in the above - referenced letter and actions of the City Council included:
1) If the City Council agrees that Tagatay would be a compatible city, the Rohnert Park Sister
Cities Committee would like to furnish them with like information about Rohnert Park and work
with the Philipino- American Association to work on a joint project to pursue a formal
relationship. -- Upon motion by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Councilmember Flores, and
unanimously approved, to formally send the City of Tagaytay, Philippines, the information
needed to pursue a formal relationship between the two cities of Tagaytay and Rohnert Park.
2) The Sister Cities Committee would like the Council to consider a policy that the Vice Mayor
position be the permanent liaison to the Sister Cities Committee. This would give more Council
Members the opportunity to become familiar with the program and could be an asset to the City
when planning visits a year in advance. -- Council concurred with recommendation by
Councilmember Reilly that when the City Council Officers are rotated annually, the new
Vice Mayor could be asked whether or not they want to assume this liaison assignment.
3) The Sister Cities Committee would like Council approval for representatives of their Committee
to meet with the City Manager regarding their contribution and involvement for the site of the
proposed Japanese Garden in the park in front of the Performing Arts Center. -- Council agreed
it was not necessary to seek its approval on this request. City Manager Netter signified that now
that the park is a city -owned site, staff can meet with representatives of the Sister Cities
regarding possibilities. -- Mayor Spiro also added that many may not know that we have a large
Philipino community.
MISCELLANEOUS COUNCIL MATTER re: Campaign Practices
Councilmember Reilly signified that he asked if he could interrupt at this point in the Council meeting
to comment on campaign practices, to make sure that we do not conduct the campaign from this
public forum, or make scurrilous attacks on candidates. Mr. Reilly commented that, as the candidate,
his role is to handle any comments in his support and he would like to avoid any malicious attacks on
any candidates. He made comparisons to watching television recently with negative comments by
politicians. Councilmember Mackenzie added that campaign comments should be amiable. Mayor
Spiro expressed agreement that campaign comments should be nice. This is local politics and it would
be nice to keep people on course. Council concurred.
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9. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: Mayor Linda Spiro stated that in compliance with
State Law (The Brown Act), citizens wishing to make a comment may do so at this time
(limited to 3 -5 minutes per appearance with a 30 minute total time limit).
1) 1998 Founder's Day Parade & Communily Unity Celebration - Update
Bill Stephens, Public Works Manager, referred to his recent memorandums for this: item
provided to Council (listed under the City Manager's Report on this meeting's agenda),
and reviewed the variety of activities for this event on Saturday, September 26, 1998.
Council expressed appreciation to the Building Bridges Committee, and the Departments of
Public Works and Public Safety for the successful efforts involved for this event.
City Manager Netter urged citizens to be more involved with the planning and volunteer
efforts of the Founder's Day Event next year. Council agreed.
2) John Hudson 399 Bonnie Avenue, referred to the budget work session held this evening
prior to this regular Council meeting and expressed concerns about Mr. Nick Stewart
of Burbank Housing responding to some comments, during the work session, which
Mr. Hudson had made at a previous Council meeting. Mr. Hudson signified that he thought
that was inappropriate, as this response should have been dealt with in the public meeting
place in the Chambers, during the regular City Council meeting time.
Mr. Hudson reviewed several past newspaper articles and other reports from different
sources, including the Press Democrat, Sonoma County Alliance, Home Builders'
Association of California, Chamber of Commerce Newsletter, pertaining to aspects of
California jobs and future housing, and signified that he felt these were examples that the
force behind affordable housing is the business community with government officials on
their boards of directors, eager to subsidize. Mr. Hudson reviewed further concerns about
his feeling that the real problem is employers that refuse to pay a living wage; there is no
gray area about the issue that the people voted down Proposition 168 and Article 34 of the
Constitution is for the good of the people of California; and expressed his continued
objections to low rent housing projects with comparisons to modern day slave quarters.
3) Barbara Graves, 7591 Bodega Avenue Sebastopol, of the Sonoma County Department of
Health Services, Prevention and Planning Division, encouraged the Council to adopt a
resolution listed on this evening's Consent Calendar to proclaim October as "Domestic
Violence Awareness Month" with goals toward preventing domestic violence and improved
services and treatments. She expressed appreciation to the Council for bringing this forward.
Ms. Graves responded to question from Mayor Spiro that she did not have the statistics
available at this time for abuses to men, as well as women, but knew it was true and had no
objections to inclusion of both in the resolution for consideration.
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to. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Linda Spiro asked if there were any questions or comments regarding the matters on
the Consent Calendar which were explained in the City Manager's Council Meeting Memo.
Mayor Spiro requested pulling Resolution Nos. 98 -180 and 98 -183 for discussion.
Councilmember Reilly requested announcement of Resolution Nos. 98 -179 and 98 -181.
City Manager Netter signified the need to pull Resolution No. 98 -183 to consider revisions
and to pull Resolution No. 98 -185 regarding classification and salary changes for certain
City positions.
Mayor Linda Spiro reviewed titles of the remaining Consent Calendar items.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the meeting's agenda
Resolution Nos:
98 -179 PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 1998 AS "NATIONAL BREAST CANCER
AWARENESS MONTH"
98 -181 PROCLAIMING OCT. 23 -31, 1998 AS "RED RIBBON WEEK/DRUG ABUSE
PREVENTION AND AWARENESS WEEK"
98 -182 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR COUNTERTOP REPLACEMENT
AND REPAIR IN MISCELLANEOUS CITY BUILDINGS
98 -184 APPROVAL OF STOP SIGN INSTALLATION, HILLVIEW/HUDIS
98 -186 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF JEFFREY J. BOVAY (re. alleged wrongful harassment)
Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez, with the
exceptions of Resolution Nos. 98 -180, 98 -183 and 98 -185, the Consent Calendar as outlined
on the meeting's agenda, was unanimously approved.
Resolution No:
98 -180 PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 1998 "DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH"
Mayor Linda Spiro signified that she pulled this item to discuss the inclusion of men as well
as women. Discussion concluded in Council concurrence with recommendation by Mayor
Spiro to change the word "woman" in the first paragraph to "person" to free the resolution
from reference to either gender.
Upon motion by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Councilmember Flores, and
unanimously approved as amended with above revision recommended by Mayor Spiro,
reading was waived and Resolution No. 98 -180 was adopted.
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Resolution No:
98 -183 DECLARING THE REPAIR OF THE AT -GRADE RAILROAD CROSSINGS AN
EMERGENCY ITEM AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER
INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH RAH. -WAYS, INC., FOR THE REPAIR OF SAME
City Manager Netter referred to the previous difficulties related to this item and advised that
City Engineer Gaffney has, recently met with representatives of the Railroad, who can
expedite this project. City Attorney Flitner has reviewed this and recommends pulling the
previous resolution, which was distributed in the Council meeting packets for this item, and
declare and emergency item for adoption of the resolution prepared for the new procedures,
using the same resolution number initially designated for this item.
A motion was made by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Councilmember Flores, and
unanimously approved, to declare this an emergency item using the same resolution
number for consideration of the above revised action, as recommended by the City Attorney
and the City Engineer.
Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Reilly, and
unanimously approved, reading was waived and Resolution No. 98 -183 was adopted.
11. "A CHILD'S PORTION" Partner with Rotary for matching grant by Vida Jones
Vida Jones, representing the Rotary Club of Rohnert Park - Cotati, commented on the
background toward this partnership proposal and reviewed her letter with attached
informational material provided to Council. A $1 million matching grant program has been
offered by a philanthropist to U. S. Rotary Clubs, to be donated on a local basis to alleviate
hunger. Ms. Jones explained aspects of the Rohnert Park- Cotati Rotary Club proposal to
partner with the City and Redwood Empire Food Bank to take advantage of this challenge.
Donations must be made between October 16 (World Hunger Day) and October 31.
She requested the City Council to authorize the City Manager to work with the Rotary Club
and residents through this program for checks to be made out to Rotary, for documentation
through the Food Bank's non -profit status. There is no cost involved and there is the
possibility of substantially improving the total amount donated through this program.
The Rotary Club plans to encourage contributions through various efforts of publicity.
Discussion included Council commending this effort and proposal. City Manager Netter
responded to Council question that his recommendation would be to proceed with this
program and to channel the donation checks received through the Rotary Club, as proposed,
to be used toward the matching grant contributions. Mr. Netter requested Council
concurrence to proceed in this manner and authorize the City Manager to work out the
necessary details to enable this procedure.
Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Reilly, and
unanimously approved, to proceed with the above - reviewed partnership program with the
Rotary Club, as recommended by the City Manager.
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12. OTHER RESOLUTION FOR CONSIDERATION:
Resolution No:
98 -187 RATIFYING THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE
ROHNERT PARK PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHERS (RPPSD)
City Manager Netter explained the resolution for consideration, as reviewed in the staff report
provided to Council for this item. He recommended Council's approval of the ratification of this
MOA as presented. City Manager Netter publicly commended Personnel Manager Pamala Robbins
and the Dispatch Unit Negotiators for efforts involved with this agreement. -- Upon motion by
Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Reilly, and unanimously approved, reading
was waived and Resolution No. 98 -187 was adopted.
ADDITIONAL UNS .H .D. PUBLIC AP E,AI3ANC,'Ea Mayor Linda Spirg announced this item
Kent Griffiths, 106 Estrella Drive, Assistant Scout Master of Troop #102, requested the City
Council to consider the possibility of setting aside a natural habitat area and overnight camping
area in the City for scouts and local families to promote family values and build future leaders.
He acknowledged that three of the Scouts present at this meeting were working on Community
Merit Badges required for an Eagle Scout. -- Council commended the idea and concurred with
suggestion by Councilmember Reilly that this could be incorporated into the newly instituted,
"Council Year 2000 Project" for consideration. -- In response to additional request from
Mr. Griffiths, each Council Member provided a brief explanation of various responsibilities
and functions of the City Council to help the City conduct business. -- Upon invitation by
Mayor Spiro, the Scouts introduced themselves as follows: Scout Wade East, David Hawk,
Scout Brandon McKenzie, Cub Scout Kolton Giffiths, Cub Scout Keenan Griffiths, and
Mr. Griffiths introduced his younger son, Kameron.
13. PACIFIC BELL MOBILE SERVICES - Personal Communications Facilities at Sunrise Park
City Manager Netter signified that this item was brought to Council's attention during the August
Council meetings and tonight's report responds to previous Council questions. He referred to the
staff report from Assistant City Manager Leivo plans on display. Assistant City Manager Leivo
reviewed the staff report for this item and introduced Gregory Guerrazi, Project Manager of
ComSite Development Corp. for Pacific Bell Mobile Services. Mr. Leivo and Mr. Guerrazi
responded to Council questions pertaining to this proposed site lease agreement.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Councilmember
Flores, to defer further consideration of this item to the October 13, 1998 Council meeting to
enable sufficient time for responses to certain questions presented during this Council meeting
including concerns regarding the height of the tower versus vegetation; Cotati's $1,000 monthly
lease amount versus Rohnert Park's $750; preference for a higher percentage rate increase;
emergency exit termination provisions, i.e. for future redevelopment possibilities including aspects
of retention, removal and/or restoration of original facility by Pacific Bell Mobile Services at the
City's discretion, was approved 4 -1 with Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez dissenting due to the
favorable aspects for this industry at this time and benefits to citizens with cell phones, along with
acknowledgment that this proposal would be required to go through the planning process, she
would be willing to approve this proposal under the condition of that process.
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14. ORDINANCE FOR INTRODUCTION:
No. 641 AMENDING CHAPTER 17,117.38.200 OF THE ROHNERT PARK
MUNICIPAL CODE (re. clarification for campaign sign locations)
City Manager Netter referred to the map on display, as prepared by City Engineer Gaffney,
and signified that City Attorney Flitner prepared the amended ordinance for this item for
clarification purposes, as previously directed by Council. City Engineer Gaffney and City
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Upon motion by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez,
and unanimously approved, reading was waived and Ordinance No. 641 was introduced.
15. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTER:
File No. 1803 - Consideration of Zoning Ordinance Amendment for minor modifications to
Section 17.024 of the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to off - street parking facilities, including
revised aisle widths, stall dimensions, codifying compact stall provisions and parking ratios
for industrial uses. -- City Manager Netter advised the need to defer this item to the next
regular Council meeting due to environmental review in process. He recommended opening
and continuing the public hearing which was duly noticed and scheduled at this time.
PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Linda Spiro opened the public hearing at approximately 8:30 p.m.
There being no one desiring to speak, Mayor Spiro continued the public hearing to the next
Council meeting of October 13, 1998.
16. ROHNERT PARK WELLNESS CENTER - Health Care Campus Proposal (on City site)
1) Staff report -- City Manager Netter referred to the staff report provided for this item, from
Management Analyst Fogle, regarding highlights of the background and process to date, as
summarized in the Council Meeting Memo. Mr. Netter advised.that a public hearing has
been scheduled on tonight's agenda following the RPWC presentation.
Mayor Spiro leaves /returns -- Mayor Linda Spiro left the chamber during the opening comments of
the following item at approximately 8:32 p.m. and returned at approximately 8:35 p.m.
2) Presentation by RPWC Representatives
RPWC Representatives Christina Bell and Samantha Reslock provided this presentation on
beneficial aspects of the proposed Health Care Campus Proposal.
Councilmember Flores shared contents of his written comments distributed to Council at
this time expressing his support of the above - proposed lease and the stated provisions. He
commended the efforts of everyone involved including aspects of the RPWC presentation
by Christina Bell and John Blake at the previous Council meeting of September 8th, as well
as Mayor Spiro, City Manager Netter and city staff for effectively structuring a balanced
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lease program. As a result of a conversation he had with Christina Bell and John Blake on
September 10th, Councilmember Flores recommended exploring the possibility of whether
the RPWC partners may want to consider a 24 month lease and the opportunity for the
partners to purchase the site. *("Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez expressed support of the
purchase proposal by Councilmember Flores and noted that when RPWC Representative
*(2`a) Beb Mike iez lQbn Blake was asked if this would improve their possibilities he
responded "ves ".
*(1) - C O R R E C T 10 N ABOVE from 10/13/98 City Council meeting: Per Vice Mayor Vicki Vidak- Martinez (addition underlined)
RPWC Representatives Christina Bell and *(2b) Bob Mk4ev4z John Blake signified they
were ready to consider an option to purchase the site and it would definitely strengthen
their position.
*(2 / a & b) - C O R R E C T 10 N S ABOVE from 10/27/98 City Council mtg: Per Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez (deletions lined out/additions double - underlined)
Mayor Linda Spiro shared contents of letter listed on tonight's Communications from
Dr. Walter Mills of Primary Care Associates, expressing support of the Rohnert Park
Wellness Center - Health Care Campus Proposal,
3) PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Spiro opened the public hearing at approximately 8:45 p.m.
CITIZENS EXPRESSED SUPPORT of the RPWC Health Care Campus proposal via
written and/or verbal comments as follows:
1. Robin Bleckwehl, 5000 Commerce Blvd., as President and on behalf of the
Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors;
2. Larry Henig, as Building Manager and Health Care Owner;
3. E'lane Bielecki, on behalf of Senior Advisory Commission, provided two letters
of support from (1) Senior Advisory Commissioners, and (2) Wendy Audiss,
Recreation Specialist /Senior Programs;
4. Thomas Fitzgerald, DPM, 1370 Medical Center Dr., (via speaker card submitted
but had to leave the meeting before the item was reached on the agenda).
There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Spiro closed the public hearing at
approximately 8:50 p.m.
4) RPWC recommendations of site name in recognition of Martin Stone
Samantha Reslock of RPWC submitted a list of six suggestions to consider for this site
name in recognition of Martin Stone. -- Mayor Spiro accepted the list and advised this would
be placed on a Council agenda in the near future to consider choosing one of the names.
Resolution No:
98 -188 APPROVING AN EXTENSION TO THE OPTION AGREEMENT WITH ROHNERT
PARK WELLNESS CENTER FOR A HEALTH CARE CAMPUS (Martin Stone Site)
Upon motion by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Councilmember Flores, and
unanimously approved, reading was waived and Resolution No. 98 -188 was adopted.
Discussion followed in response to Councilmember Flores' recommendation to explore the
possibilities pertaining to a 24 month lease and the opportunity for the RPWC partners to
purchase the site, and request that the Council authorize Mayor Spiro and City Manager
Netter to explore the possibility of the purchase. -- Mayor Spiro responded that since the
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option is in the lease, and she was not willing to sell City land as it is like having money in the
bank in our reserves, so she would not be the best choice to be on this committee.
Discussion concluded in Council concurrence for Councilmembers Reilly and Flores to be
on the committee to review the proposed purchase option with staff and RPWC
representatives, with notation that the schedule for this project will proceed as presented, and
the purchase option is another possibility to explore.
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RECONVENE: Mayor Spiro reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 9:15 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present.
17. SONOMA COUNTY WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY
*Update on Compost Facility Site & Contract -- City Manager Netter referred to the staff
report provided for this item from Management Analyst Angela Fogle, who reviewed
contents therein. Ken Wells, Executive Director of the Sonoma County Waste
Management Agency, was recognized and commended the above - reviewed summary.
Ms. Fogle and Mr. Wells responded to Council questions related to this item, including
Mr. Wells' confirmation at this time that all the proposals maintain the same costs as the
City of Rohnert Park currently has, and there are many options still being considered.
Discussion concluded in Council concurrence with comments by Councilmember
Mackenzie, that since we help pay for the Santa Rosa Subregional facility, to get it fully
utilized is a good idea, and then to keep the options open and continue to explore all the
options with consideration to cost and travel on U. S. FEghway 101, since the last thing
that should be encouraged is more truck traffic through U. S. 101 doing extensive miles
out of the county to another composting site.
18. WASTE MANAGEMENT MATTERS:
1) Staff report on AB939 Compliance issues and City Plan
2) Review of Rate Proposals
Management Analyst Angela Fogle reviewed her staff report provided for the above
two items, and responded to Council questions.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Council -
member Flores, and unanimously approved, to proceed as recommended by staff as
outlined in the above - reviewed staff report which included: (1) the basic concepts of a City
Diversion Plan; (2) consideration of mandating multifamily recycling or rate incentives;
(3) staff to attend local task force meetings and help develop a regional strategy to meet
AB939 diversion requirements; and (4) that staff establish goals, objectives, costs and a
timeline to implement the City's Diversion Plan.
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3) Presentation by James E. Landa, Manager, Empire Waste Management
on Merger of Waste Management, Inc. with USA Waste Services, Inc.
& impacts on the City of Rohnert Park if any
Mr. Landa reviewed his letter dated August 11, 1998 for this item. He responded to
Council questions, confirming that no change in ownership of either Waste Management
Collection and Recycling or Waste Management of North America, Inc. will occur as a
result of the merger, and that, basically, their services and operation for Rohnert Park will
remain the same.
EXTEND COUNCIL MEETING: Upon motion by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by
Councilmember Flores, and unanimously approved, the meeting was extended past
10:00 p.m. to finish necessary agenda items.
19. CHANNEL 22, KRCB -TV SUBLEASE TOWER/SITE RENTALS
City Manager Netter reviewed the background for this item which has included several
meetings of the Council Committee, comprised of Councilmembers Flores and Reilly, and
staff, and several discussions with the full Council. As previously requested by Council, the
lease amendment has been prepared and presented this evening for consideration of the
revenue sharing split, leaving blank spaces for percentages, to be determined by Council.
City Manager Netter referred to letter dated September 16, 1998 from Nancy Dobbs,
President & CEO of KRC13 Television 22, requesting that KRCB be authorized to retain
the income resulting from this sublease, which signified that the Cellular One lease will
provide approximately $650 per month of needed income to KRCB. City Manager Netter
advised that Ms. Nancy Dobbs was available at this meeting to respond to additional
Council questions. -- Council Committee Members Flores and Reilly acknowledged the
above - reviewed meetings for this item and commented of beneficial aspects and. funding
needs of public television. -- Discussion followed.
Resolution No:
98 -189 AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH CHANNEL 22, KRCB-
TV FOR A REVENUE SHARING FORMULA FOR SUBLEASE TOWER/SITE
RENTALS
Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, and
approved 4 -1 with Mayor Spiro dissenting, to signify 75% for KRCB and 25% for the
City for the above - referenced item, with annual reviews during the deliberation period of
the City's annual budget cycles and an option to change at the discretion of the Council,
reading was waived and Resolution No. 98 -189 was adopted.
Mayor Linda Spiro stated, for the record, that her "no vote" on this item has nothing to do
with supporting public television, which she does support, but because this *is has the
Appearance of setting a precedent for giving away income for the City.
*C 0 R R E C T 10 N ABOVE from 10/13/98 City Council meeting: Per Mayor Linda Spiro (deletion tined out/addition underlined)
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20. BUDGET MATTERS:
1) Teen Center operational funding
City Manager Netter distributed to Council and reviewed the staff report for this item from
Housing Specialist Diane Tomkins signifying that the 1997 -98 Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) met approximately $196,000 of the total budget projected the
Teen Center, leaving approximately $60,000. Mr. Netter made comparisons with the 1y's
provision of operational funds for the start-up year when the Boys & Girls Club sub; red a
proposal. City Manager Netter recommended that the City provide the start-up yea: funds
for the Teen Center. -- Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilmember Reilly,
seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, and unanimously approved, to provide the
start-up year funds for the Teen Center in the amount of approximately $60,000 *which are
already included in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) matching share, as
recommended by staff, and consider other options later.
,C O R R E C T 10 N ABOVE from 10/13/98 City Council meeting: Per Vice Mayor Vicki Vidak .vlartinez (addition underlined)
2) Public Safety Proposed Driveway onto RPExpressway
City Manager Netter reviewed the staff report of September 4, 1998 from the Engineering
Department with conceptual plans and a preliminary cost estimate for construction of the
proposed one -way driveway onto Rohnert Park Expressway from the Public Safety Site.
Mr. Netter signified that Council had previously requested preparation of this proposal, and
the recommendation of staff is to proceed with the bid proposals according to these plans.
City Engineer Gaffney responded to Council questions including confirmation that the
proposed plans take into consideration synchronization of traffic signals with the railroad
crossings, traffic flows considering emergency vehicles, and working with the City Arborist
on necessary trimming of the redwood trees in the vicinity for visibility. Discussion
concluded in Council concurrence to proceed with the above - reviewed bid process.
21. U. S. CONFERENCE OF MAYORS' letter request urging support for Full Funding of
Census Preparation Activities (Spiro)
Mayor Linda Spiro reviewed this letter request and asked the desire of the Council
regarding a letter of support over the Mayor's signature. Council concurred.
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- Procedure recently instituted by City Council -
Any Councilmember may agendize items for action
&tor discussion by generic title related to this project
Report from General Plan Oversight Committee- Council representatives (VVM/JM)
Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez and Councilmember Mackenzie, as the Council Represen-
tatives for this item, and City Manager Netter, reported on discussions of the Committee
meeting held on September 18th which included: consideration of Rick Brown of the
Results Group to be the facilitator; Planning Commissioner Shawn Kilat's letter expressing
some concerns related to this item and recommendation that Rick Brown contact her to
review her concerns; and next month's meeting will include review with Vicky Hill, with
strong credentials and offering preliminary assistance pertaining to consideration of
consultants. -- Council concurred to hire Rick Brown of the Results Group for facilitation
of the General Plan process.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (13) September 22, 1998
AGENDA ORDER: Council agreed to move agenda item #24(2) forward for handling at this time, as
a courtesy to the representative present at this meeting for the item.
24/2) COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORT: Library Committee - Liaison (AF /JR)
Councilmember Flores, City Manager Netter and Lynne Conde, Chairperson of the
Steering Committee for the New Library Facility reported on results of this recent
committee meeting. With reference to the League of California Cities' Annual Conference
scheduled next week in Long Beach and plans for several Councilmembers and other City
representatives to attend, Councilmember Flores acknowledged that Mrs. Conde and he
would be attending a portion of the Conference pertaining to a new library structure and
efforts for libraries throughout the state. Mrs. Conde signified she was looking forward to
obtaining insights from the Conference. She reviewed efforts involved to date of the new
Steering Committee which has included spending a lot of time working on bylaws that has
temporarily taken them off course on initial plans to ask businesses to help build the
building, and hopes toward preparing several plans for the Council to consider for the
communities of Rohnert Park and Cotati.
Discussion included Councilmember Reilly reviewing background of the City Council
offering its support of the Steering Committee for the New Library Facility, with recognition
as a volunteer citizens' group which was not appointed by the Council and, therefore,
acknowledgment of no interference on progress of their efforts from such things as Brown
Act Requirements, etc. Mr. Reilly expressed concern that one of the individuals involved
with this newly formed citizens' steering committee has recommended more stringent
procedures than necessary, as reviewed and recognized during a previous Council meeting,
and recommended the City Manager call the individual to clarify this situation and suggest
that his participation should be as an advisor, similar to Council assignments to committees.
Council concurred. -- City Manager Netter provided copies of the 1975 Joint Powers
Agreement for Countywide Library Services, as previously requested by Council.
RETURN TO ORIGINAL AGENDA ORDER: The meeting returned to original agenda order.
23. CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS REPORTING (Call Back Up by Councilmember Flores)
Councilmember Flores referred to the proposal presented by a member of the City Council
at the previous Council meeting for this item, and acknowledged that he requested calling
the item back up on this agenda. Mr. Flores distributed and reviewed his written
comments. He proposed for City Council consideration, the noted campaign financial
reporting aspects as follows: ,
(1) No reporting of campaign contributions under $100. Existing law.
(2) During the last ten days of a campaign the reporting, within 24 hours, of contributions
of $500 and over. New adoption, the existing law is $1,000 and over.
Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez, and
unanimously approved, to schedule this proposal on the next regular Council meeting
agenda, according to the City Attorney's advice on the procedure regarding whether an
ordinance or resolution should be prepared for consideration of this item.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (14) September 22,1998
24. COUNCIL COMMITTEE & /OR OTHER REPORTS:
1) Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association meeting of 9/10/98 (LS /JM)
Councilmember Mackenzie reported that this was a successful meeting and advised that
Santa Rosa Councilmember Mike Runyan was appointed as the representative from the
Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association for the interim Watershed Community Council.
2) Library Committee - Liaison (AF /JR) -- This report was handled earlier.
3) Towing (AF /JM) -- Council Committee Members Flores and Mackenzie provided this report.
Councilmember Flores distributed and reviewed his written report which included comments
as follows:
*They met with towing operator Gary Sterner and City Manager Netter on
September 10th. Our present ordinance provides for towing opportunities on a
rotational basis, to all qualified companies within a 5 mile radius of our city limits. It
may have been a sound policy at the time of approval. Now, it may not be
appropriate. -- That is essentially the analysis that the committee must make prior
to presenting a recommendation to the City Council. Is there an undue delay in
removing accident vehicles because of an expansive list? Should companies be
limited to those in the Rohnert Park and Cotati city limits? -- The Department of
Public Safety will provide additional information for committee review and study
and, when available, the Committee will report further to the full Council.
Discussion followed which included recognition of this item needing further consideration,
including the possibility of public hearings, City Attorney's legal review and analysis, and
further review with the Department of Public Safety.
25. COMMUNICATIONS: Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention
of the City Council. No action was taken unless specifically noted in these minutes.
*Mayor Linda Spiro signified that the concern had already been responded to on item #2 on
Communications from a resident regarding maintenance at the golf course.
26. MATTERS FROMIFOR COUNCIL:
1) Association of Bay Area Government (ABAG) Fall General Assembly Fri., October 30th
This item was provided for Council's information. Councilmember Mackenzie, as Council
representative for ABAG, acknowledged the date change for the ABAG Fall General
Assembly from October 16th to October 30th was so noted.
2) Ceremonial Council meeting -- Due to varied business schedules, as well as pending election
results, discussion of this item concluded in Council concurrence to schedule one December
meeting on December 16, 1998 for any necessary business and the Ceremonial Council
meeting, to allow sufficient time for election results (i.e., 30 days). It was noted that the
regular December meeting could be re- agendized at the second Council meeting in
November, if deemed necessary.
3) Human Services meetin --Proposed new date Friday October 16th 2:30 p m
Mayor Spiro and Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez noted the incorrect date listed on the agenda
and signified their understanding that Friday, October 16th, at 2:30 p.m., was the tentative
date for the next Human Services meeting.
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4) Vending Machines attached to wall -- Mayor Linda Spiro expressed concern about the
potential of injuries from vending machines attached to walls in the local vicinity and,
brought attention to this matter for staff to look into it.
5) Sonoma State University meeting re. Tanglewood -- Mayor Spiro requested a meeting be
scheduled with SSU regarding Tanglewood as the two other committees interested in this
item have not heard anything from SSU on this matter.
6) SSU Associated Student Body /Council Liaison meetings -- Councilmember Reilly requested
reminders regarding when designated Councilmembers are to attend these meetings.
7) Reports for agenda items -- Mayor Spiro referred to reports that are sometimes distributed
at the Council meeting for items listed on the agenda and signified the preference to receive
the reports to enable review prior to the meetings.
27. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
1) PolicyTrocedures on Staff Responses to Citizen Inquiries -- City Manager Netter reviewed
the written procedures provided for this item, in response to request of Council at its
previous meeting. Council concurred with the sufficiency of this procedure.
2) Friends of the Library Restroom/estimated cost -- City Manager Netter explained the staff
report for this item dated September 8, 1998 from Public Works Manager Stephens. Staff
recommends proceeding with this project at the estimated cost of $1,500 in materials and
approximately 80 hours of labor. If the sloping grade causes a problem with the sewer
connection, it could be fixed for an additional cost of approximately $10,000, if necessary.
Council concurred.
3) Welcome for Next Level Communications - Chamber /Sommers,Oates - Host
Thursday, November 5th, 5:00 -7:00 p.m. -- City Manager Netter reviewed the background
efforts for this item and suggested that Council may desire to do something in conjunction
with this event, such as a proclamation and/or key to the city. Council concurred.
4) Lake "C" on Golf Course -- City Manager Netter reviewed the letter of September 4,1998
from Dan Ross of Mountain Shadows Golf Course regarding this item and the proposed
silt retention basin which has not been installed to date. Dan Ross has a low cost contract
to handle this project again before winter. City Manager Netter suggested that it may be
advisable for the City to contribute the portion of up to $10,000 on a 50/50 basis
toward this effort, adding that the Sonoma County Water Agency will be cleaning out the
Copeland Creek location. Council concurred.
5) Founder's Day Parade/Events - Update
City Manager Netter advised this item was handled earlier on this evening's agenda.
6) Veterans' Day events -- City Manager Netter reviewed his report of September 17, 1998,
regarding Veterans' Day events sponsored by local Veterans' Groups. Mr. Netter advised
this item was provided for Council's information.
7) Boulevard of the Flags - idea -- City Manager Netter referred to the staff report dated
September 14, 1998, provided to Council on this idea, and signified this was presented to
the City Manager a few months ago through Public Works Manager Bill Stephens.
Councilmember Flores expressed support of checking into this as it is a good idea.
Council concurred.
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8) Fisher Hall/report -- City Manager Netter commented on the sculpture being moved to
in front of the box office and changes in the fountains at the Performing Arts Center.
He recommended a Council Committee Report on this item at the next Council meeting.
Council concurred. -- Councilmember Mackenzie reported on receiving compliments on
the new carpet at the Performing Arts Center.
28. CIVY A i I ORNEY'S REPORT:
1) Any items from closed session -- City Attorney Flitner signified the Mayor's report on
closed session items was sufficient. Mr. Flitner advised the need of a short closed session
following adjournment of the regular meeting for review of a couple of items, due to
insufficient time in the earlier closed session.
2) Conflict of Interest Code - Biannual Review -- City Attorney Flitner reviewed concluding
highlights of his memorandum dated September 18, 1998 provided to Council for this item.
Since the city does not have independent agencies and since the city boards and
commissions are staffed by city employees and are also subject to the conflict of interest
rules, "local agencies" per se do not exist. Therefore, the City Attorney's report to the
City Council should suffice. City Attorney Flitner suggested, for the year 2000, that a
complete list of the City of Rohnert Park Table of Organization be submitted to
the attorney's office for an update and review to be sure that the list on Exhibit A to
Chapter 2.60 of Government Code 187302 corresponds to the city's organizational chart
and all categories are defined and covered.
29. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
Mayor Linda Spiro asked if there were any additional unscheduled public appearances at
this time. No one responded.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Linda Spiro adjourned the meeting
at approximately 11:18 p.m. to reconvene the closed session of the City Council to finish
review of necessary items, and then adjourn to 5:00 p.m., October 6, 1998 for a 1998 -99
Budget Work Session & City Council/Department Head Leadership. Team Meeting at the
California Welcome Center, 5000 Roberts Lake Road, Rohnert Park, California.
Judy bkuff, Vpdty City rk Linda Spiro, May
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