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2000/04/25 City Council MinutesROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING April 25, 2000 Tuesday The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session for a regular meeting commencing at 6:00 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Vidak- Martinez presiding. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Vidak- Martinez called the regular session to order at approximately 7:56 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. ROLL CALL: Present: (5) Councilmembers Flores, Reilly, Spiro; Vice Mayor Mackenzie; and Mayor Vidak- Martinez Absent: (0) None Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney Strauss, Assistant City Manager Leivo and Management Analyst Fogle. WORK SESSION: A work session was held at 6:30 p.m. to discuss refuse disposal procurement alternatives with Hilton, Hilton, Farnkopf & Hobson consultants, Robert D. Hilton and David Langer. 1. CLOSED SESSION: Mayor Vidak- Martinez reported on the closed session which commenced at 6:00 p.m. to discuss matters listed on the agenda attachment, representing an update. No action was taken at this time. 2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, with Mayor Vidak- Martinez abstaining, the minutes of April 11, 2000 were approved with the noted amendments below. Councilmember Spiro: (1)Page 16, under "Communications," change "their fault" to "the City's fault "; (2)Page 18, under "Scheduled Public Appearances Policy," change Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page(2 ) "they" to "some," and further down that paragraph, change "discretionary" to "discriminating "; (3)Page 19, first paragraph, Councilmember Spiro clarified that Councilmembers were supposed to get copies of City Attorney Strauss' second draft of the resolution, not the first draft. 3. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS, IF ANY (INFORMATIONAL ONLY) Mayor Vidak- Martinez asked the Councilmember if there were any informational communications to add to the agenda. * Councilmember Flores signified one item to add: (1) a report on the Senior Citizen Commission meeting on April 20th. * Councilmember Spiro signified two items to add: (1) a report on the League of California Cities Board of Directors; (2)a report on Christmas in April, held on April 15, 2000. *Mayor Vidak- Martinez signified four items to add: (1)Mayors' and Councilmembers' Association; (2) Christmas in April; (3)Human Services Commission; (4)the Regional Workshop. 4. YOUTH REPRESENTATIVES TO THE CITY COUNCIL FROM HIGH SCHOOL 1999 -2000 YOUTH OF THE YEAR PROGRAM SELECTIONS: Senior Angela Broaddus and Junior Kaitlin Glass provided the Youth Report. Junior Sean Tate was absent. The report included the following: *NBL's: Sports teams getting ready for championship games and meets. Schedules due out soon. *Unity Week at RCHS a success, with a superb showcase of student talents in a dance production and fashion show at the rally. YVUtll project on racism still looking for local leaders to interview and work with them on the topic of racism. 5. SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY ASSOCIATED STUDENTS, INC.: Representative Senior Brian Talbot provided the ASI report, which included the following: *SSU Lacrosse Team ranked #1 in the nation, going to WCLL Final Four in San Diego, followed by a trip to Saint Louis for the USLIA National Championships starting May 10th. * "Follow Me Home" film on racism and identity in America, Friday, April 28, at SSU. Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page(3 ) *Jazz Piano & Studio Vocal Jazz Concert, Tuesday, May 2nd, 7:30 p.m. at SSU with free admission. *Intercultural Center's "Spring 2000 Lecture Series" final guest, Rosario Castellon, Tuesday, May 9 at SSU. Omar Malik, chairperson of JUMP, the community service program at SSU, shared the contents of JUMP's packet with the Councilmembers: *The Faces of Homelessness Panel will be held Thursday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m. in the Vineyard Room at SSU. *Third Annual Hunger Awareness Dinner, designed to raise awareness of local and global hunger, will be held Wednesday, May 3, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the SSU Commons. All Councilmembers received complimentary tickets. *Career Club Book Drive: Bring books for 1st through 6th graders to the Student Union at SSU. 6. SCHEDULED PRESENTATIONS: 1. Community Outreach for Youth & Families (COYF) Commission selection for: CITY OF ROHNERT PARK 1999 MERIT AWARDS: *Cultural Enrichment: Maxine Schwab Anne Goldy from the COYF Commission presented Ms. Schwab with her Merit Award, and Mayor Vidak- Martinez thanked her for her tireless work with AFTA, the Performing Arts Gala, the Summer Music Festival, the art displays at the Community Center, the Christmas reception and organization of the membership drive. All Councilmembers offered her their congratulations. 2. Rohnert Park Health Care Center Dr. Rich Carvolth of the Rohnert Park Health Care Center gave an informative presentation reviewing the Center's services for the citizens of Rohnert Park and discussing the Center's plans for the future. He covered the various offerings for the community, including primary care, urgent care, EKG, sports and DMV physicals, lab services and walk -in care. He also discussed the hours, staffing, integration of services with Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital and Petaluma Valley Hospital, costs, and future services in the fields of chemotherapy, outreach services and rehab. He also noted the Center's interest in working collaboratively with the Wellness Center. Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April. 25, 2000 Page(4 ) Councilmember Flores noted his appreciation of having physicians available in his hometown. He also inquired about turning the Health Center into a 24 -hour operation or possible expansion of the hours. Dr. Carvolth responded that it is a difficult issue as there are so many complex requirements to becoming an emergency care facility, but the Center would consider it as the area continues to grow. Councilmember Reilly inquired about the management systems of the Health Center since it works in conjunction with Petaluma Valley and Santa Rosa Memorial, and Dr. Carvolth pointed out that facilitating the needs of the patients is a priority. He agreed to discuss the structure of the management at a later time with Councilmember Reilly. Bill LaFranchi, manager of the Health Center, responded to the Council's inquiries about the Wellness Center, noting that there will be a formal meeting with the Wellness Center next week. Mr. LaFranchi agreed to get back to Council with the conclusions on community needs assessment from that meeting with the Wellness Center. 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 total time limit). No one responded. 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. Councilmember Spiro inquired about the staff report regarding payment of the bills, and Councilmember Reilly had budget- related questions. They agreed to raise their issues at the next meeting when Finance Director Harrow gives his report. Councilmember Flores asked that Resolution 2000 -77 be read, and Councilmember Reilly asked that Resolution Nos. 78 -81 be read. Mayor Vidak- Martinez then read aloud Resolution Nos. 77 -81. Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the meeting's agenda Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page(5 ) Approval of Bills /Demands for Payment for: *City of Rohnert Park /City Council in the amount of $1,115,279.48 Resolution Nos.: 2000 -77 HONORING DON GASS FOR HIS DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK 2000 -78 PROCLAIMING THE FOURTH FRIDAY IN APRIL AS ANNUAL "CHILDREN'S MEMORIAL DAY" THROUGHOUT THE NINE COUNTY BAY AREA IN MEMORY OF CHILDREN WHO HAVE DIED BY VIOLENCE 2000 -79 PROCLAIMING MAY 2000 "VETERAN APPRECIATION MONTH" 2000 -80 PROCLAIMING MAY 1 -7, 2000 "SHRINE HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN WEEK" 2000 -81 PROCLAIMING MAY 15 -19, 2000 "BIKE -TO -WORK WEEK" AND TUESDAY, MAY 16TH AS "BIKE -TO -WORK DAY" 2000 -82 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR REPLACEMENT FLOORING IN SENIOR CENTER MULTI -USE ROOM 2000 -83 AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR RE ROOFING AT VARIOUS CITY LOCATIONS Upon motion by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda was unanimously approved. Councilmember Reilly announced that for "Shrine Hospitals for Children's Week" there will be a free clinic for all children under the age 18 for burns, orthopedic, or spinal cord services at Warrack Hospital in Santa Rosa on May 6th. ************************* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** 9. WEED ABATEMENT - RESOLUTION Staff Report: City Manager Netter shared the contents of the report, pointing out that property owners have until June 1st to abate weeds, after which time the City will remove the weeds at a cost borne by the property owner. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Vidak- Martinez opened the public hearing at approximately 8:29 p.m. There being no one desiring to speak, Mayor Vidak- Martinez closed the public hearing at approximately 8:29 p.m. Council discussion: Councilmember Flores asked that the City make sure that its weeds at public buildings be taken care of first. Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page(6 ) RESOLUTION FOR ADOPTION: No. 2000 -84 Ordering the City Manager to Abate Nuisances Existing Within the City of Rohnert Park Upon motion by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, reading_ was waived and Resolution No. 2000 -84 was adopted. 10. COUNCIL YEAR 2000 PROJECT: Matters Related to the General Plan process if any: 1. General Plan Oversight Committee update: (VVM /JM) Mayor Vidak- Martinez reported that the committee had their next -to -last meeting and that they continued to review various aspects of the housing element. Vice Mayor Mackenzie reported on the City /County working group's meeting, and said that they reviewed the proposed policies and directed that they be made part of the general document for review. 2. General Plan Hearing Schedule: Report from Consultant Vicki Hill Ms. Hill shared the contents of her memo of April 18th for Councilmembers regarding the Council approval of the General Plan hearing schedule. She updated the Council on the General Plan process, the EIR, and the draft Housing Element. She reiterated plans for the 45 -day public review of the Draft EIR to be May 5 -June 19, with the final EIR to be released July 5. * Councilmember Flores asked if the groundwater study was still on schedule, and Ms. Hill replied that it is on schedule and will be incorporated in the EIR. * Councilmember Spiro asked Ms. Hill about recirculating the EIR after changes have been made. She asked specifically if the property across from Sonoma State would be converted from its current zoning of commercial to student housing, and if such a zoning change would require the EIR to be recirculated. Ms. Hill informed her that the designation of mixed use is being considered in the EIR. City Attorney Strauss clarified if when the draft General Plan comes to the full Council, if a decision is made to change the General Plan in a way that the EIR has not anticipated, one of two things will happen: One, if the change is intensified use with significant environmental impacts, then the EIR will Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page(7 ) have to be recirculated. If the change does not have significant environmental impacts, then the EIR would not have to be recirculated. It would simply have to state or acknowledge or reference the change. * Councilmember Reilly raised the issue of having more time for the entire Council to agree on the language of the draft plan. He suggested speeding up the time line and the possibility of breaking up the draft into thirds so the Councilmembers can review it a section at a time. He also suggested televising the Council's review of the General Plan. Upon further discussion, Council directed staff to set up the dates of Wednesday, 5/10, at 6 p.m. and Saturday, 5/13, at '9 a.m., and possibly one more date, for Council to conduct a work session and review the General Plan. Council also concurred to have staff look into the possibility of televising their work sessions. * Councilmember Spiro asked City Attorney Strauss for input on the letter she sent to each Councilmember regarding is eligible to vote based on conflict of interest. City Attorney Strauss discussed the two levels of analysis used to disqualify a person from participating in a decision which would affect the value of their property. She elaborated on the nature of real property interests and discussed the factors used to make the determination of who is qualified to vote on decisions that may affect personal property value. She emphasized that although all of the members of the Council own or lease property within the area that is affected by the General Plan, it is her initial opinion that the nature of the Councilmembers' neighborhoods and therefore the value of the property was not going to be dramatically changed based on the way the General Plan has been proceeding. Finally, she noted that Councilmembers could raise concerns about the conflict -of- interest issue and could have an appraisal done to their own property if they so desired. * Councilmember Spiro suggested appraisals for all Councilmembers. She noted that if the UGB does not expand into certain areas, then the value of the property in those areas will increase because of the pristine environment and lack of development. Mayor Vidak- Martinez pointed out that city councils all over the county have passed UGB's with the same constraints and concerns as Rohnert Park is currently dealing with. Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page(8 ) *Councilmember Reilly suggested that supply and demand would raise the prices of everyone's homes. *Councilmember Flores agreed that it would be a good idea for all Councilmembers to have an appraisal done on their homes, and Vice Mayor Mackenzie asked the Council to review his place of residence to see if he would be eligible to vote. Upon further discussion, Council concurred to direct City Attorney Strauss to review this issue of conflict of interest and prepare a report. Ms. Hill confirmed with Council the date of Tuesday, May 23rd, for the City Council Hearing to Review the Draft Housing Element. RECESS: Mayor Vidak- Martinez declared a recess at approximately 9:10 p.m. RECONVENE: Mayor Vidak- Martinez reconvened the Council at approximately 9:18 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. 3. Fiscal Report Presentation by Consultants Vicki Hill and Suzanne Lampert Suzanne Lampert of Mundie & Associates gave a detailed overview of the fiscal impact reports prepared by her company, specifically the May 26, 1999 report entitled, "Fiscal Impacts of General Plan Alternatives." She reviewed the principles and key concepts of fiscal analysis. She explained how fiscal analysis is an examination of the revenues, costs and fiscal balance associated with public agency activities, with a focus on one public agency, direct costs and revenues, the distinction between capital and operating costs, and the general fund. She discussed the several Plan alternatives in the report and considered the implications for the City of the revenues that would be generated by new development, population, and employment permitted by those Plan alternatives and the costs that would be incurred by the City to provide public services. The two key issues were (1)Will new development pay its own way? (2)Which types of development will have the greatest impact on the City's general fund? She summarized by noting that the Preferred Plan would be fiscally more beneficial that the Existing Plan, but that alternative does leave open policy questions such as, Should planning and development decisions in Rohnert Park be constrained by current and /or projected fiscal Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page(9 ) conditions? *Councilmember Reilly asked whether this Preferred Plan was the Council's, and Ms. Lampert indicated that it is the Preferred Plan that has evolved out of the Rohnert Park process. He asked about the assumptions used in determining the rate of growth, and Ms. Lampert said that, with one exception, all development was assumed to occur over the 20 -year horizon of the Plan, and that those numbers could change if the residential build -out was more rapid. In responding to his inquiry about operating costs for certain public agencies, Ms. Lampert emphasized that they used a general approach that allowed for more flexibility and that the focus was on the impact of growth, not of bargaining power. *In responding the Councilmember Flores' question about the escalation in operating costs, Ms. Lampert responded that it is generally true that they did not account for any increases in personnel beyond the inflationary rate in cost per personnel. *Councilmember Reilly stated that the type of growth is extremely important when making decisions. He expressed his feeling that Rohnert Park has been out of balance between residential growth and existing commercial/ industrial growth. He noted his desire to see more growth in the commercial /industrial areas rather than residential area. 4. Review of Draft Housing Element comments to be submitted to Housing & Community Development (HCD) Lyn Goldberg gave a brief overview of the changes to the Housing Element Committee Draft per her 4/25/00 memo. She discussed the policies and programs that would be added to the draft, including 50 multi - family units at Southwest Shopping Center, initiating a ballot measure for Article 34, installing sidewalk access ramps, and supporting the development of multi - family housing for university students on the East Cotati Avenue /Bodway Parkway site. *Councilmember Flores asked about state certification, and Ms. Goldberg indicated that the goal is to have the Housing Element certified by HCD. *Councilmember Spiro asked for clarification on the terms of "affordable housing" and "low- income housing," which she notes are used interchangeably in the draft. Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page(10) *CORRECTION BELOW from 5/9/00 City Council meeting: Per Councilmember Linda Spiro (deletion lined out /addition inserted) She raised two issues regarding parking: (1) the accuracy of the draft as it was based on a *4e9tyear -old parking ordinance which may in itself be inaccurate and needs to be looked at; (2) the need for more student parking as opposed to less student parking. She also voiced her concern over including any kind of zoning change from commercial to the last of the commercial property i n i-lho cn1ii -horn riari- of PnT1nPrt- park near q.gTT EXTEND COUNCIL MEETING:. Upon motion by Councilmember Spiro, seconded by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, a motion to extend the meeting past 10:00 p.m. to finish necessary agenda items was approved. *Councilmember Reilly signified his concern over.sending to the State a Draft Housing.Element which has not had an official public hearing, which he has not reviewed or commented on, and which may end up reflecting significant changes He suggested sending in the changes as they're made. Ms. Goldberg clarified that the State would be conducting a draft review and that. the State was encouraging them to send it in earlier as opposed to later. She explained that it is a back- and -forth process with HCD, and that she anticipates HCD will be asking for some changes, as the draft is best considered a work in progress. *As far as.the possible development of the property on East Cotati Avenue /Bodway Parkway site, Ms. Goldberg clarified, per Councilmember Spiro's inquiry, that the said property will remain designated as "neighborhood commercial. Councilmember Spiro reiterated her feeling that the Council has a responsibility to the families, not only the students, who cannot find a place to live and need services. She pointed out that there is a need to be careful as far as how much land is converted to student housing as SSU has a lot more land than the City. S. Other: * Councilmember Spiro referred to Item A in the draft ad -hoc plan for the Oversight Committee meeting on March 17th. She noted two places in the minutes where there is a reference as to a 3 -2 vote and what and who were available to pass certain issues. She asked the Council to reflect on the original intent of the spirit of how they were going to come together on the General Plan. Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page (11) 11. NEW CITY HALL PROJECT: Staff Report and Update: City Manager Netter provided an update, seeking Council approval of the resolution which accepts and approves the design services for the City of Rohnert Park, New City Hall Project. He noted that the project is within its budget of $5 million and that City Engineer Gaffney anticipates having both contracts for the architects by the first meeting of the Council in May. Council discussion: Councilmember Flores noted that he has been approved by Mayor Vidak- Martinez to be a member of the Council subcommittee on this project along with Vice Mayor Mackenzie. RESOLUTION FOR ADOPTION: No. 2000 -85 Approving Letter Agreement with Fisher - Friedman Associates for Design Services Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, with Councilmembers Reilly and Spiro dissenting, and approved 3 -2, reading was waived and Resolution No. 2000 -85 was adopted. 12. REFUSE DISPOSAL /WASTE MANAGEMENT - PROCUREMENT PROCESS Results of 4/25/00 Work Session: Mayor Vidak- Martinez stated that Councilmembers were presented with staff recommendations at the work session today. Council discussion: Councilmember Reilly suggested that the proposals be broken up into as many different segments and combinations as possible so that the Council will have a full array of choices. Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, a motion that Council request proposals for solid waste procurement options, with the proposals being broken up into as many combinations as possible per Councilmember Reilly's request, was unanimously approved. 13. AGENDA FORMAT POLICY: City Attorney Report: City Attorney Strauss discussed the two factors which bring this draft resolution before Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page (12) the Council: (1)the prohibition in the Brown Act against taking action on items that are not on the published agenda; (2) the Mayor's interest in clarifying these procedures so that the public's business will be conducted as efficiently as possible. She briefly discussed each of the five sections of the resolution: Section 1- "Unscheduled Public Appearances "; Section 2- "Scheduled Public Appearances "; Section 3- "Matters from/for Council "; Section 4 - "City Attorney's Report "; and Section 5 -the remaining format of the City Council agenda. *Councilmember Spiro reiterated the need to abide by the existing law, and referenced Ordinance 96 -84 per Councilmember Flores in regard to Section 1. She noted her concern with Section 2 in converting "Scheduled Public Appearances" to "Special Presentations," and she suggested 5 -7 minutes for scheduled public appearances. She expressed her belief that bumping a citizen from scheduled to unscheduled and limiting their time to speak is a violation of their First Amendment right. She called for no change in the existing policy and possibly formalizing it. *Councilmember Reilly indicated that he would not support the resolution as written. In Section 3 he recommended mentioning an allowance of an emergency declaration. In Section 2, he pointed out his problem with the language of "special presentation" and said that he would rather have a procedure in place similar to what already exists. He said it adds significance when citizens know their topic is recognized on the agenda. In Section 1, he suggested setting a time limit up front, perhaps 4 minutes, as well as breaking up unscheduled public appearances on the agenda. He concluded by saying that his feeling is that no mayor, past, present or future, should have too much power, nor should the Council constantly question the mayor's decisions. With a set procedure, the mayor would simply keep things moving along. *Vice Mayor Mackenzie asked that the definition of "special presentation" be broadened or deleted. He also asked that Section 1 be made more explicit as far as recognizing people to speak when specific agendas come up. He recommended that the Council entertain a redrafting of this resolution. Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page(13) *Councilmember Flores indicated that without defining "special presentation," whatever topic a citizen wishes to speak about should be a scheduled public appearance as long as the time requirements were met. He also suggested maintaining a 3- minute minimum time on scheduled public appearances, based on the number of them on the agenda. *Mayor Vidak- Martinez indicated that in many City Council meetings there have been several presentations running the gamut from awards presentations to speeches to testimonials. She explained how she has been defining the word "special" in terms of things that are informative in nature and not an item of business. She also noted that the Council has been very flexible on time limits for unscheduled public appearances, when, in her opinion, citizens can speak on any topic they wish. Finally, she noted that her interest has not been to preclude people from speaking, but to organize the agenda and bring presentations to the forefront, as well as to have them happen in an "informative" presentation- format as opposed to the unscheduled public appearance "viewpoint " - format. Council concurred to defer this item back to the City Attorney for further review and consideration of their comments. 14. POLICY ON CITY OFFICIAL TRAVEL - HOTELS: Item DEFERRED due to the lateness of the hour. 15. CITY COMMISSIONS DECORUM, CODE OF ETHICS, ATTENDANCE: Item DEFERRED due to the lateness of the hour. Mayor Vidak- Martinez and Vice Mayor Mackenzie did note that they do have a meeting scheduled and that they will come back with a report to the next Council meeting. 16. VIDEOTAPING OF COMMISSION MEETINGS: Item DEFERRED due to the lateness of the hour. 17. REVIEW OF NON - PROFIT FUNDING REQUESTS BY COYF: Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page(14) Council discussion /direction: *Councilmember Spiro expressed her interest in seeing COYF pursue a role as a review body to make the review of non - profit funding process more efficient. *Vice Mayor Mackenzie inquired if reviewing non - profit funding was one of the functions of COYF in the enabling ordinance. City Manager Netter explained that they were set up as an advisory committee to set priorities, evaluate their financials and different tasks within that, and bring back a priority list with their comments for Council to deliberate and make the final decision. *Mayor Vidak- Martinez expressed her desire not to give away any of the Council's budget oversight to a committee. She signified her interest in having COYF review, screen and prioritize the applications for non- profit funding, with the final decision resting with the Council. Upon motion by Councilmember Spiro, seconded by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, a motion to defer to COYF the oversight of the requests for non - profit funding with a review and recommendations to the City Council wherein the final decision will be made, was unanimously approved. 18. REVIEW OF EXISTING PARKING ORDINANCE: Council discussion/direction: *Councilmember Spiro noted that the parking ordinance was written in 1973 and that there have been extensive changes in cities and requirements since then. She encouraged Council to review and update the ordinance. *Councilmember Reilly suggested having staff look at the ordinance first and presenting their rec:omiiieildations to the Council based on their expertise. Upon motion by Councilmember Spiro, seconded by Vice Mayor Mackenzie, a motion to have staff review, research and present recommendations to the Council on the current parking ordinance with the idea of bringing it up to date, was unanimously approved. 19. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS: 1. Library Steering Committee, 4/13 Meeting: Councilmember Flores expressed his concern over the City Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page (15) of Cotati's lack of interest in contributing to the joint venture of construction of a new library for both cities. He reported that additional funding is being actively pursued to make up for the $1 million shortfall. Otherwise, all aspects of the Library project are on schedule. 2. Senior Citizens' Commission: Councilmember Flores reported on the last meeting of the Commission, which he attended: (1)Committee Across Generations partnership with SSU a success; (2)Pencil Pals local partnership with schools in the works; (3) Are You Okay program run by Department of Public Safety will offer additional security to seniors; and (4) request from seniors to extend safety considerations to the pedestrian portion of the railroad crossings, particularly smooth surfaces for those in wheelchairs. 3. League of California Cities Meeting: Councilmember Spiro shared a brief report of the meeting and asked City Attorney Strauss if Rohnert Park had had any involvement it anrr�cus brief regarding campaign finance reform*. /fr��t eA 'tc�'rney utrausssindicated that the City had not participated in any such brief as it would have had to come before the Council for approval anyway. *CORRECTION ABOVE from 5/0 City Council meeting: Per Councilmen er Linda Spiro (addition inserted) 4. Ma ors and Councilmembers' Association: Mayor Vidak- Martinez indicated that the two current appointees on the Sonoma -Marin Rail Transit Commission are interested in continuing in their positions, and they would like the support of the Council in doing so. The Mayor noted that both appointees have been doing a good job, but if anyone was interested in such an appointment, a letter to the Mayor expressing such interest would be the appropriate procedure. Finally, the Mayor stated that she just completed the funding cycle for the Human Services Commission, giving away $1 million. 5. Christmas in April, 4/15: Mayor Vidak- Martinez commented on the success of this first -time event for Rohnert Park as a few homes in the City were selected for needed repairs and improvements. She thanked Marlyn Keller for organizing the event and said that it was a really good beginning to this program. Councilmember Spiro noted her participation in this event and thanked all who helped in the efforts. Vice Mayor Mackenzie commented that it was an excellent opportunity-to get things fixed up for those in need. Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25; 2000 Page(16) 20. COMMUNICATIONS: Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the City Council. * Councilmember Reilly was told by City Manager Netter that the asterisks on the Communication sheet indicate that the originals were previously distributed or faxed to Council. Councilmember Reilly referred to No. 7 on the Communications sheet and inquired if Mr. Woodcock had been advised on the language of Draft Resolution No, 2000- Mobilehome Ordinance. City Attorney Strauss responded that she and Assistant City Manager Leivo have spoken extensively to Mr. Woodcock and offered him several alternatives to his proposal. Councilmember Reilly also inquired about the upcoming awards for Officer of the Year. Council concurred to send congratulatory letters to Officers Saldanha and Reinhold. * Councilmember* SPA 0.1- inquired about the letter to be written by the Mayor and sent to the School District regarding the use of schoolyards and laygrounds after hours. Mayor Vidak- Martinez assured *-that the letter twouttld bge��h written ��SSin a timely fashion and hand - delivered * *CORRECT�ONShKBOVEhW& 5h9Ar018ity Council meeting. - 21. MATTERS FROM /FOR COUNCIL: Per Councilmember Linda Spiro (deletions lined out /additions insert Item DEFERRED due to the lateness of the hour. 22. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: 1. Fire Benefit Assessment District - Refund Letter: City Manager Netter informed Councilmembers that City Attorney Strauss had completed the letter to property owners and that a copy of said letter was 1n their agenda packets for their review. 23. OTHER UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: None. Rohnert Park City Council Meeting Minutes April 25, 2000 Page (17) There being no further business, Mayor Vidak- Martinez adjourned the meeting at approximately 11:04 p.m. Katy Leonard, Certified Shorthand Reporter CSR No. 11599 VV( - ;�� -� wc-� Vicki Vidak- Martinez, Mayor