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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. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (2) June 28, 1994 �����YrYc�Yr�t�t�����+ cYCycyr* zicrcrr7YiryYirir* rY�icx** itiicxicicrcYnXicicrc *iricX'�C'nx'nn'xx'knna�i��'k�� 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. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (3) June 28, 1994 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. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (4) June 28, 1994 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. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (5) June 28, 1994 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. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (6) June 28, 1994 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. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (7) June 28, 1994 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. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (8) June 28, 1994 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. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (9) June 28, 1994 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. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (10) June 28, 1994 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. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (11) June 28, 1994 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.