1994/06/28 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes
June 28, 1994
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular
session commencing at 6:30 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce
Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Nhyor Reilly presiding.
CALL TO ORDER- NLayor Reilly called the regular session to order at approximately
6:33 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL, CALL Present: (4) Councilmembers, Gallagher, Hollingsworth, Spiro
and Neyor Reilly
Absent: (1) Vice Nbyor Eck (out of town on vacation)
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter,
City Attorney Flitner, Assistant City Manager Leivo, and Director of
Public Works /City Engineer Brust.
Approval Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilwoman
of Gallagher, the minutes of June 14, 1994 were unanimously approved
Minutes as submitted.
Approval Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilwoman.
of Spiro, with acknowledgment by Councilwoman Gallagher that she had
Bills some questions she could ask the City Manager later, City bills
presented per the attached list in the amount of $732,377.64 were
unanimously approved.
Non - agendaed Mayor Reilly asked if any Councilmember had any items to add to the
matters agenda. Councilwoman Gallagher and Councilwoman Spiro signified
miscellaneous items.
Unscheduled Mayor Reilly stated that in compliance with State Law (The Brown Act),
Public citizens wishing to make a comment may do so at this time. Persons
Appearances speaking under unscheduled public appearances are requested to submit
completed cards to the recording clerk.
Melinda M=ay, 4455 Hollingsworth, asked about the progress of golf course plans to
correct the problem related to golf balls in her yard; shared photo-
graphs of her property with Council to signify disagreement with tree
planting proposal as a solution; and expressed disagreement with the
background information letter from American Golf distributed at the
previous Council meeting.
Nhyor Reilly advised that the Golf Course/North Course 5th Hole Plan
was scheduled for review later on tonight's agenda.
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C O N S E N T C A L E N D A R
Mayor Reilly asked if any Councilmember had any questions regarding
the matters on the Consent Calendar.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the
agenda.
Resolutions:
No.94 -105 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, COUNTY
OF SONOMA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ORDERING AN ELECTION TO BE HELD AND
REQUESTING CONSOLIDATION
N0.94 -106 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK OPPOSING
THE "RENTAL ASSISTANCE" INITIATIVE
No.94 -107 RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK ESTABLISHING THE
APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK FOR THE 1994 -95
FISCAL YEAR PURSUANT TO ARTICLE XIII B OF THE CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION
No. 94-108 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH REDWOOD LANDSCAPING FOR
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES
No. 94-109 A RESOLUTION APPROVING RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR THE CALIFORNIA HEALTHY
CITIES PROJECT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SANE
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilwoman
Spiro, with Councilman Eck absent, the Consent Calendar as outlined on
the meeting's agenda, was unanimously approved.
Scheduled Public Appearance:
Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, signified preference to share golf
course concerns following the Council Committee report scheduled later
on the agenda. Mayor Reilly consented.
Geneva Trent letter requesting Ordinance 494 amendments on November ballot -
City Manager Netter shared contents of this letter dated June 17, 1994.
City Council took no action on Geneva Trent's request.
Ws.Berta A.Bennett, 26 Walnut Circle, Valley Villaqe Mobile Estates, in the absence
of Geneva Trent, explained desired revision in the above request of
not wanting to solely signify "give Council authority to make changes ",
and requested these changes be incorporated for placement on the
November ballot.
Mayor Reilly reviewed reasons for the ballot measure wording to be as
simple as possible to provide the best opportunity for the measure to
be passed by the voters and then, if passed, it would enable dealing
with the issues locally through the Council with public hearings,
meetings, etc. Mrs. Bennett responded that tonight's request would
not include all the changes and that another letter would be
forthcoming from Geneva Trent requesting Council's consideration of
the addition of two or three paragraphs.
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Temporary Youth Committee nominations /appointments - City Manager Netter referred to
fact sheet applications received for the Temporary Youth Committee
responding to recent City Council action adopting a resolution for the
creation of same.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilwoman Spiro, seconded by
Councilwoman Gallagher, and unanimously approved, including amendment
by Councilman Hollingsworth that the temporary committee serve only
until September 15, 1994 because of involving students already
graduated from High School and concerns related to diverse interests,
appointments were made to the Temporary Youth Committee of all nine
applicants as follows:
Jason Brewer of Rancho Cotate High School
Matthew Quinn of Rancho Cotate High School
Joyce M. Vanao of Rancho Cotate High School
Luisa Poueu of Rancho Cotate High School
Scherrie Lynn Green of Rancho Cotate High School
Jenny Ballin of Rancho Cotate High School
Jo Gunderson of El Camino High School
Jennifer Mello of E1 Camino High School
Molly Wandrey of El Camino High School
Prohibiting smoking at bingo games - City Manager Netter explained the draft
ordinance prepared for introduction as previously directed by Council.
He advised that a public hearing had been duly noticed and scheduled
at this time. He acknowledged letters from Redwood Police Activities
League (PAL) with petitions signifying 22 signatures supporting and
147 signatures opposing prohibition of smoking at bingo games.
Public
Hearing Mayor Reilly opened the public hearing at approximately 6:50 p.m.
Public comments for and against prohibiting smoking at bingo games
were submitted on speaker cards or other written and /or verbal
communications by citizens as follows:
SUPPORT: Ann McCoy, 526 Hahman Drive, Santa Rosa, for the record, extended a
public apology to PAL for her reference to destroyed petition at pre-
vious Council meeting to which turned out to be heresay, as the
petition was not destroyed, and contained 22 signatures, not 45. She
confirmed her stand against smoking in public places.
Virginia Bell, 5233 Daniel Court, displayed photos of bruised arm
that resulted from being caught between double doors at the bingo hall
as an incident that happened because of the smoking issue.
Richard Goldberg, 3313 Chanate Road, Santa Rosa, representing Sonoma
County Department of Health Services and for the Board of Supervisors
OPPOSE: Ben Friedman, 655 Enterprise Drive, urged retention of smokers' rights.
Margaret WIsaac, 838 Lunar Court, expressed mixed feelings related to
health reasons but opposed this prohibition unless smoking is taken
away from all public places, like bars, etc. and not just bingo games.
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There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Reilly closed the
public hearing at approximately 7:04 p.m.
Ordinance AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING SECTION 38.32.060 OF
No.588 CHAPTER 8.32 OF THE ROHNERT PARK M.JVICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT SMOKING IN
BINGO HALLS OPERATED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 9.66 OF THE ROHNERT PARK
MJVICIPAL CODE
Council discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth,
seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, and unanimously approved with
Councilman Eck absent, reading of Ordinance No. 588 was waived and
said ordinance was introduced.
Sonoma County Women Against Rape /Purple Berets Proposal
Ad Hoc Committee Members comprised of Councilwoman Gallagher and
Councilwoman Spiro reviewed the resolution for consideration and
responded to Council questions.
Resolution RESOLUTION OF THE ROHNERT PARK CITY COUNCIL TO TAKE AN ACTIVE,
No. 94 -110 LEADERSHIP ROLE IN ADDRESSING THE SERIOUS PROBLEM OF VIOLENCE AGAINST
WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN SONG COUNTY
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded
by Councilwoman. Spiro, and unanimously approved with Councilman Eck
absent, including amendment for language revisions in the paragraph
referring to implementing the SCLECA policy, insert "continue to"
prior to "comply with all laws "; also, two paragraphs thereafter,
insert "will continue" prior to "to investigate all crimes" and remove
the word "encourage" from beginning of same sentence, reading of
Resolution No. 94 -110 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Parks and Recreation matter: In -Line Skating at Tennis Courts - City Manager Netter
reviewed updated staff report regarding the Parks & Recreation
Commission committee recommendation to convert the enclosed single
tennis court at G -Park into a test area for a small in -line skating
rink. The item will be placed on a future Council agenda. City
Manager responded to Council questions and, per Council request,
confirmed staff would check into costs related to temporary court hard
surfaces that could be removed in the event of a passing fad.
Planning and Zoning matters:
File No. 1168 - Scandia Family Fun Center - Site Plan & Architectural Review of
plans to expand the existing facility with a new mini Indy race track
and parking lot. Subject property is a 1.03 acre portion of a 1.8 acre
parcel located along Redwood Drive, north of Business Park Drive and
south and contiguous to the existing Scandia Fun Center - City Manager
Netter reviewed the staff report and responded to Council questions.
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilwoman
Gallagher, with Councilman Eck absent, File No. 1168, Site Plan and
Architectural Review, as recommended by the Planning Commission, was
unanimously approved.
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Planning and Zoning matters (cont'd)
File Imo, 15 - Kaufman & Broad (California Park East & West) -
General Plan Amendment and Rezoning request to designate a 24.53 acre
parcel and a 20.54 acre parcel from High Density Residential (10 to 30
units per acre) to Intermediate Density Residential (5 to 10 units per
acre). Subject property is located contiguous to the Hewlett - Packard
plant site shown as Assessor's Parcel Nos. 046- 051 -19, 22 & 23 AND
046 - 051 -21 & 27 - City Manager Netter advised that the applicants have
requested this item be continued to a future Council meeting when all
Councilmembers are present which would most likely be the meeting of
July 26th, 1994. Mr. Netter referred to plans on display, reviewed
staff reports for both requests and responded to Council questions.
He advised public hearings had been duly noticed and scheduled at this
time. City Manager acknowledged letters received for the record of
the public hearing as follows:
SUPPORT: James Hummer & Associates, Inc. (2 letters), representing Kaufman &
Broad, regarding notice sent to residents advising of their request
for continuance of this public hearing.
Joseph M. & Kathleen E. McGoran, 1437 Mariner Place, signified support
with the condition that the builder be required to install a sound
barrier for the homes on the south side of NLariner Place.
OPPOSE: John F. Hudson, 399 Bonnie Avenue, objected to the rezoning because a
new environmental impact report should be prepared.
Council expressed varied concerns related to original agreement with
Hewlett - Packard and the basis of zoning for multiple /high density
housing, the current need of such affordable housing, the need for the
General Plan update and review of recommendations from recent Planning
Commission public hearings, and the desire to fit projects and needs
into a 20 year master plan.
Public
Hearings Mayor Reilly opened the public hearings at approximately 7:30 p.m.
Citizens expressed reasons for and /or against the Kaufman & Broad
request by public comments submitted on speaker cards or other written
and /or verbal conTfunications as follows:
OPPOSE: James Berg, 1522 Mallory Place, rezoning and /or any development due to
overcrowding of schools,fiscal impacts and decline of property values.
Linda Branscomb, 6585 Commerce Blvd. #188 - need to retain zoning for
high density for affordable housing.
There being no one further desiring to speak, the time being approxi-
mately 7:37 p.m., Nkyor Reilly advised this public hearing would be
continued to the Council meeting of July 27th, 1994.
Council requested staff to prepare a background report regarding the
basis of zoning for Hewlett - Packard property.
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Resolution A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING
No. 94 -112 AMENDN1ENT NO. 3 TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF COTATI AND THE CITY
OF ROHNERT PARK FOR CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MINTENANCE, FINANCING
AND USE OF CITY OF ROHNERT PARK SEWERAGE SYSTEM AND SANTA ROSA
SUBREGIONAL SEWERAGE SYSTEM
City Manager Netter explained the resolution and responded to Council
questions. Discussion followed.
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilwoman
Spiro, and unanimously approved with Councilman Eck absent, reading of
Resolution No. 94 -112 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
John Hudson, 399 Bonnie Avenue, expressed objections to this action as Cotati's
Factory Outlet Nall proposal land use has environmental impacts about
which he has concerns.
Animal Shelter furnishings and equipment /financial comparisons - City Manager Netter
reviewed details of updated staff report per June 28, 1994 memorandum
from Finance Director Harrow and responded to Council questions.
Holly Blue, representing FAIRE, responded to recommendation of reimbursement possi-
bilities through fundraisers by FAIRE that this would not be possible
as it would be necessary for any fundraising results on their part to
go toward costs related to the spay and neutering program for at least
the next 3 to 5 years.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded
by Councilwoman. Spiro, with encouragement to FAIRE to continue with
fundraising efforts to support reimbursement to the City for the extra
cages, the amount of $14,482 per staff report for Animal Shelter cages
and equipment, was unanimously approved.
RECESS Mayor Reilly declared a recess at approximately 7:48 p.m.
RECONVENE Mayor Reilly reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 7:55 p.m.
and except for Councilman Eck, all Councilmembers were present.
Transportation matters:
Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) 6/20 meeting results -
Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust reported on this meeting
per agenda with attachments and letter from SCTA dated June 23, 1994
with attachments seeking input on SCTA's proposed countywide
transportation plan and SCTA's project review process. Written
comments must be received by August 29, 1994 with deliberations
scheduled at the September 12, 1994 SCTA meeting.
Council concurred to refer this matter to Council Liaison Eck and
Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust for recommendations to
the full Council.
Linda Branscomb, 6585 Commerce Blvd. #188, as a member of SCTA's Citizens Advisory
Committee (CAC), confirmed CAC's agreement with the policy document
and their desire to contact all the city councils and the Board of
Supervisors for review and consideration of same.
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Red Lion Inn letter requesting use of portion of fairway - 1st hole/North Course for
Golden Retriever Dog Club of America event, September 17 - 20, 1995 -
City Manager Netter reviewed this letter request dated June 1st, 1994.
Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, expressed total opposition to this request at it
would set a precedence. He cautioned Council against being placed in
the precarious position for continual closings of the golf course.
Katherine Collins, 828 Lilac Way, pointed out that this is a Rohnert Park public
golf course and questioned the golfers having the final say especially
if management of the golf course is willing to give up income from
par 5 to par 3 for the event. Other citizens are involved and should
have a say in what happens.
Discussion included Council suggestion that use of the large parking
lot at the Red Lion Hotel might be a possibility for the event.
Council concurred this matter should be reviewed at the next Golf
Course Committee meeting scheduled for July 18, 1994 and Council
action deferred to its next regular meeting of July 26, 1994. It was
also suggested that the Red Lion letter be posted at the golf course
to receive golfers' input.
Council Committee reports:
1. Golf Course/North Course 5th Hole Plan - City Manager Netter reviewed proposed
plans from Mountain Shadows Golf Resort, with enlarged sketch provided
by City staff, signifying existing trees, new trees to be planted and
netting locations as suggested corrections and possible solutions to
be made at the North Course 5th hole.
City Attorney Flitner responded to Council questions confirming
previous explanation that the City should not get too involved because
of the City's contract with American Golf that holds the City harmless
regarding claims and liability exposure.
Melinda M=ay, 4455 Hollingsworth Cr., expressed disagreement with the proposal and
re- emphasized her previous reasoning that the problem is at the tee.
She displayed photographs to Council to further illustrate why the
proposal would not stop the flying golf balls from hitting her roof.
Mrs. Mirray disagreed with contents of previously distributed back-
ground letter from American Golf pointing out that she did not sign a
disclaimer and has never asked for money but has only sought solutions
for the protection of her property.
Mark Flowers, General Manager, Nbuntain Shadows Golf Resort, reviewed architect's
recommendations, the logic of bunkers and letting the rough grow
higher, explained the good neighbor policy of American Golf to share
fencing costs, etc. and responded to Council questions.
Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, distributed proposed plans and shared photographs
to explain his suggestions toward possible solutions including tree
planting, directing shots toward fairway flag, a shortened green,
grass or sand deep pot bunkers and installation of additional netting
on his property to catch shots from the designated red zone. He
pointed out making numerous efforts over the years at his own expense
to deter the problem of excessive golf balls on their properties, that
he planned to put up the referenced netting on his property as a
partial solution and would appreciate some kind of cost snaring.
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Discussion concluded in Council agreement of the need to adhere to the
City Attorney's advice not to get too involved because of the hold
harmless contract with acknowledgment that the Murray's and American
Golf needed to work together directly toward compatible solutions. It
was hoped the matter could be resolved expeditiously and that the
Council Committee would be able to report on the concluding solutions
at the next Council meeting of July 26, 1994.
2. Neighborhood Watch - Councilwoman Gallagher reviewed success of the first Neigh-
borhood Watch meeting she had at her Town Hall meeting in "S" Section
on Sunday, June 26th, 1994. She expressed appreciation to City staff
for effective participation efforts of the Public Safety Officer who
attended the meeting and said the program will be discussed further at
her next meeting on July 16th. Councilman Hollingsworth advised that
State Farm Insurance has free Neighborhood Watch materials available
to the public upon request, for reasons of fairness, since the
insurance company he represents provided free earthquake information.
City Manager Netter reported that the Department of Public Safety is
taking a very aggressive approach toward the implementation of the
Neighborhood Watch program, therefore, any directives involving Public
Safety Officers need to originate from the Department of Public Safety
and not from an elected official.
RECESS Mayor Reilly declared a recess at approximately 9:02 p.m. in order to
proceed with the Community Development Agency meeting prior to
Councilman Hollingsworth leaving because he was not feeling well.
RECONVENE Mayor Reilly reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 9:05 p.m.
except for Councilman Eck and Councilman. Hollingsworth, all other
Councilmembers were present.
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.
*Correction per Councilwoman Spiro reported as Council Liaison that she has attended
Councilwoman several ABAG meetings and that. a rough draft WoMf A )oxxxk
Spiro -July 12, xDoxon= t restructure will be provided to Council in the near future
1994: of for review and input.
constitutional
revision" City Manager Netter brought attention to two issues previously
requested by Council signified by (1) Communications #13 from
Independent Cities Association regarding the defeat of AB3156 for
emergency ambulance service and (2) Communications #14 from Senator
Mike Thompson responding to recent Council inquiry on a paragraph in
the City's Code of Ethics which was taken from the Legislators' Guide
to Laws on Official Conduct.
City Manager's report:
1. Community Service Work Program - City Manager Netter reviewed contents
of updated staff report signifying a total of 39 youth currently part-
icipating in the program.
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City Manager's report (cont'd):
2. Health Faire - City Manager Netter referred to staff report dated June
7, 1994 with background attachments and reported that staff is in the
process of checking with Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, etc. to see if
the Health Faire can be reinstituted for Rohnert Park.
3. Pay Rate for Volunteer Fire Fighters for Federal /State disasters -
City Manager Netter reviewed contents of staff report dated June 2nd,
1994 for Council's consideration of the referenced pay rate. City
Attorney Flitner responded to Councilwoman Gallagher's inquiry that it
would be advisable for her to abstain on this matter since her husband
anticipates being an applicant for volunteer fire fighter.
Upon motion by Councilwoman Spiro, seconded by Mayor Reilly, with
Councilwoman. Gallagher abstaining and the absence of Councilmembers
Eck and Hollingsworth, the pay rate for volunteer fire fighters as
recommended by staff in the amount of $400 per day, when authorized
and subject to approval of reimbursement when a national or state
disaster is declared, was approved.
4. Compost Giveaway /Education Event @ Community Center Parking Lot from
10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 30, 1994 - City Manager Netter
reviewed staff report dated June 22, 1994 pertaining to this event.
5. REMIF Open House, Friday, July 8th, 1994 - City Manager announced this
occasion and requested Council to advise him of RSVP's when possible.
City Attorney's report:
1. Sime II v. City of Rohnert Park (Las Casitas) - City Attorney Flitner
reported that he went to the Court of Appeals for this case and the
City wen.
2. City of Laguna Hills v. County of Orange - City Attorney Flitner
explained the letter dated May 31, 1994 requesting amicus support for
the case concerning the City of Laguna Hills' efforts to have its
application for an annexation considered by LAFCO. City Attorney
Flitner recommended support. Council concurred.
3. Ponderosa Homes, Inc. v. City of San Ramon - City Attorney Flitner
explained the letter dated June 10, 1994 requesting support of the
City of San Ramon's request to the Supreme Court that this case remain
published and which is a case affecting cities and counties that have
adopted development impact fees. City Attorney recommended support.
Council concurred.
4. Tobe, et al. v. City of Santa Ana - City Attorney Flitner explained
the letter dated June 10, 1994 requesting amicus support of the case
pertaining to public camping and public storage of personal goods.
Council agreed to defer this request to its next regular meeting of
July 12, 1994 for consideration by the full Council.
5. Hillsboro Properties vs. City of Rohnert Park - City Attorney Flitner
reported that the results of this case were anticipated on July 1st.
Mr. Flitner advised that a special meeting could be called, if
necessary, but hoped it would not be necessary.
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Matters from/for Council:
1. League of Calif.Cities/Mayors & Councilmembers Executive Forum,
Nbnterey Conference Center in Monterey, Wed.- Fri.,July 27- 29,1994
City Manager Netter announced this event and said informational
material was provided to Council.
2. League of Calif.Cities /Elected Officials Redevelopment Seminar,
Nhrriot Hotel in Nbnterey, Fri. -Sat., July 29 -30, 1994 - City Manager
Netter announced this event and said informational material was
provided to Council.
3. Joint School District /Council Committee meeting - Councilwoman
Gallagher requested the report of this meeting be placed on the next
regular Council meeting agenda of July 12, 1994.
4. Rohnert Park Expressway overpass improvements - Councilwoman. Gallagher
confirmed her communications with State Legislators regarding this
matter and said all that is needed to place the item on the
Legislators' meeting agenda is a letter request from the City.
5. City procedure for appointments - Councilwoman Gallagher questioned
the City's appointment procedure giving the example of Councilmember
appointment to the Laguna de Santa Rosa /CRMP Task Force after
advertising the opening and receiving a public response. Councilwoman
Spiro responded that this would be her third public apology for the
referenced appointment, but she had not previously known she would be
able to attend the schedule of meetings. Mayor Reilly further
reported that the letter request had signified the preference for the
appointment of a Councilmember. A Councilmember was able to signify
interest prior to an appointment being made in response to public
advertisements and was therefore appropriate and more in line with the
initial request.
6. AB 3797 re. judicial curfew ordinance - Councilwoman Spiro referred to
this bill reviewed on the recent Legislative Bulletin from the League
of California Cities and recommended support. The Mayor directed a
copy of the bill a e obtained for review at the next Council meting.
7. Youth Employment Office - Councilwoman Spiro asked about Rohnert Park
progress related to this matter and advised that the City of Santa
Rosa office has a new phone number which is not the one listed in the
newspaper. Assistant City Manager Leivo responded that staff has
followed up on the previous request and Petaluma People Services is
doing it in Rohnert Park.
8. Interest on Security Deposits - Councilwoman Spiro requested that City
Attorney Flitner be prepared with rules and regulations related to
this issue at the next Council meeting as one of the financial
institutions in the area has signified interest in taking on the
responsibility but does not want to get into legal problems.
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Unscheduled
Public Mayor Reilly asked if anyone in the audience wished to make an
Appearances appearance at this time.
Debra Hales, 825 Liana Ct., confirmed she was the applicant to the above- reviewed
CRMP appointment, questioned the procedure and asked if it was a
priority to have a Councilmember on the task force. Mayor Reilly
acknowledged, as previously reported, that that is what the letter
request had signified.
Margaret McIsaac, 838 Lunar Court, reviewed concerns related to response time to a
fire on Lunar Court and questioned reasons for action or non - action of
the first Public Safety people to arrive at the scene.
Discussion included Councilwoman Gallagher expressing similar timing
concerns related to an incident in her neighborhood, Mayor Reilly's
review of his own experience in responding to fire calls and that fire
fighters can no longer charge into buildings like they used to do
because of restricting regulations and safety factors involved. City
Manager Netter responded to the Mayor's inquiry and said the response
times she indicated were inaccurate. Council requested the listing of
this matter on the next City Council meeting agenda for possible
further discussion.
Adjournment Mayor Reilly adjourned the meeting at approximately 9:40 p.m. to
6:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 5, 1994 for 1994 -95 Budget Work Session.