1996/10/08 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes
October 8, 1996
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
Flores presiding.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Flores called the regular session to order at approximately 6:14 p.m. and
led the pledge of allegiance.
MOMENT OF SILENCE: Mayor Flores advised a moment of silence would be held at this time
in respect for Clyde A. "Bill" Wiggins, former Superintendent of Public Works, who
passed away recently.
CLOSED SESSION. Mayor Flores 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.
ROLL CALL: Present: (5) Councilmembers Eck, Gallagher, Reilly, Spiro and Mayor Flores
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney Flitner and
Assistant City Manager Leivo.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro,
the minutes of September 24, 1996 were unanimously approved as submitted.
APPROVAL OF BILLS: Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilman Reilly, City
bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $951,337.25 were unanimously
approved.
ACCEPTANCE of CASH/INVESTMENTS REPORT for MONTH END, A UGUST 31, 1996
Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, acceptance of
this Cash/Investments Report was unanimously approved.
NON- AGENDAED MATTERS: Mayor Flores asked if Councilmembers or staff had any non-
agendaed items to add to the agenda. -- Councilwoman Gallagher signified a possible item
to add, if not handled during regular agenda items. Councilman Reilly signified a
miscellaneous item to add regarding procedures for annexation project proposals. Vice
Mayor Eck signified a miscellaneous item to add under the third item of the Santa Rosa
Subregional Wastewater Plan listed on the agenda.
YOUTH REPRESENTATIVE to the CITY COUNCIL from 1996 -97 Youth of the Year Program
Mayor Flores advised there was no youth representative present at this Council meeting,
probably due to preparing for exams, but was expected to attend the next Council meeting.
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SCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCE:
Richard Rohrer shared contents of letter provided to Council dated September 24, 1996 from himself
and his wife, Leonora, addressing traffic concerns on Bernice Avenue due to Benicia
Park's busy schedule of activities and some cleanup /landscaping needs at the front entrance
of Benicia Park next to B Pool. Mr. Rohrer expressed understanding that speed bumps on
arterials presented a liability problem but asked if reflective dots could be placed on the
street close to the exits of Benicia Park, and could speed bumps be considered in the
parking lot to slow down traffic. He distributed photographs to Council of the
landscaping concerns and advised communications with neighbors signified willingness to
participate in cleanup /landscaping efforts.
Mayor Flores responded the information would be provided to the City Manager to refer to
the Director of Public Works for consideration and recommendations to Council.
-- Vice Mayor Eck commented the rule on speed bumps in streets related to problems with
insurance liability but thought there might be more freedom in parking lots.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: Mayor Flores stated that in compliance with State
Law (The Brown Act), citizens wishing to make a comment may do so at this time. Under
legislation of the Brown Act, in most cases, the Council cannot handle an item without
agendizing. To ensure accurate recording, "Speaker Cards" are provided at the entrance of
the Chamber and persons speaking under unscheduled public appearances are requested to
submit completed cards to the recording clerk.
Jake Mackenzie, 1536 Gladstone Way, shared unsolicited comments about the Electronic Village for
technological information scheduled this Saturday, October 12th, at SSU, with Dr. Kellog
advising registrations have been reduced from $100 to $30. The public might be interested
in this information and it could be a concept the City Council might want to explore.
Phyllis Onstad, representing Rohnert Park's Volunteer Center of Sonoma County, 5200 Country Club
Drive, reviewed flyer distributed to Council for an event for Home and Family
Safety/Disaster Preparedness Meeting with numerous speakers and exhibits, scheduled at
Rancho Cotate High School, Saturday, October 12, 1996 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:noon. She
extended an open invitation to all to attend this event.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Flores asked if anyone had any questions regarding the matters on the Consent
Calendar which were explained in the City Manager's Council Meeting Memo.
City Manager Netter advised the necessity of removing the last resolution from the
Consent Calendar listed as No. 96 -186 regarding an agreement with the Santa Rosa Police
Department for a hazardous device unit (bomb squad) pending minor revisions in process.
This agreement would be deferred to the next Council meeting agenda.
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Vice Mayor Eck referenced Resolution No. 96 -183 of respect for Clyde A. "Bill" Wiggins,
for further comments. Vice Mayor Eck reviewed the opportunity he had during his first
term on the City Council to work with Bill in the days when people worked with hand
shakes. Vice Mayor Eck commented the resolution expressed many compliments about
Bill, and he wanted to add that Bill will be greatly missed. Mayor Flores expressed
agreement and commented further that Bill was an asset to our community and conveyed
regrets and sympathy to his wife and other family members.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the agenda.
Resolution Nos:
96 -176 PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 6-12,1996 "FIRE PREVENTION WEEK"
96 -177 PROCLAIMING THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 7 -11, 1996 AS "RIDESHARE WEEK"
AND TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 1996 AS "RIDESHARE DAY"
96 -178 PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 12, 1996 "COMMUNITY DISASTER PREPAREDNESS
DAY"
96 -179 PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 21-25,1996 "CALIFORNIA DELINQUENCY PREVENTION
WEEK"
96 -180 PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 26, 1996 AS "MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY"
96 -181 PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 1996 AS "DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
96 -182 PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 1996 AS "ORTHODONTIC MONTH"
96 -183 OF RESPECT FOR CLYDE A. `BILL" WIGGINS, FORMER SUPERINTENDENT OF
PUBLIC WORKS
96 -184 AWARD OF CONTRACT, OVERLAYS - 1996, PROJECT NO. 1996 -11
96 -185 APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF SONOMA, DEPART-
MENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES, TO PROVIDE FOR EMERGENCY MANAGE-
MENT SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
RESOLUTION NO. 96 -184, AWARD OF CONTRACT, OVERLAYS, PROJECT NO. 1996 --
City Manager Netter advised he was just handed a protest letter for this item from
Argonaut Constructors. Mr. Netter explained the bid procedure, as reviewed in the
Council Meeting Memo, with staff's recommendation to eliminate alternative #2 to
construct a median opening on East Cotati Avenue, west of Snyder Lane. Excluding
alternative #2 resulted in North Bay Construction Co. being the lowest responsible bidder
for a total amount of $241,919.55, which was $800 less than the contract price of
$242,742 from Argonaut Constructors for the signified overlays. Argonaut Constructors
would have been the lowest bidder with alternative #2, but without including alternative
#2, North Bay Construction's bid was lower. -- City Attorney Flitner responded to
Council inquiry that the City has the option to proceed with separate portions of bid
packages, as reviewed herein. -- Discussion concluded in Council agreement to retain
Resolution No. 96 -184 on tonight's Consent Calendar.
Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro, with the exception of
Resolution No. 96 -186, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda, was
unanimously approved.
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OTHER RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION.•
Resolution Nos:
96 -186 IN SUPPORT OF PROPOSITION 217 FOR CITIES AND COUNTIES (re. maintaining
local government revenues)
City Manager Netter explained this resolution deferred from the previous Council meeting,
as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. Additional information obtained from the
League of California Cities was provided to Council for its information, indicating the
League has decided to remain neutral on Proposition 217, the personal income tax initiative.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Mayor Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Eck, and
unanimously approved with Councilwoman Spiro abstaining expressing the preference to
wait for further information signified from the League of California Cities, reading of
Resolution No. 96 -186 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
96 -187 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR FIBERGLASS RESURFACING OF BENICIA
PARK SWIMMING POOL
City Manager Netter explained this resolution for consideration with results provided to
Council of bids opened at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 4, 1996, and received from a high of
$49,744 to a low of $26,795. Staff recommends awarding the contract to the lowest
responsible bidder, Advanced Pool Coatings, in the amount of $26,795.
Upon motion by Councilwoman Spiro, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and unanimously
approved, reading of Resolution No. 96.187 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
ORDINANCE NO. 624 - Providing for indemnification of the City by a developer or
applicant for discretionary approval (Planning and Zoning matters) - Adopted 9124196
City Manager Netter explained this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. As
previously requested by Council, Ordinance 624, along with letter of explanation, has been
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desiring to comment on this ordinance prior to its implementation date of October 25,
1996. Time has been allotted on this meeting agenda for such public comments.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Mayor Flores opened public comments at approximately 6:47 p.m. There
being no one desiring to speak, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
City Manager Netter responded to Council questions including further explanation of
public hearing procedures for ordinances involving fees or fee increases, but not required
for every ordinance.
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P. G. &E. ELECTRIC MAINTENANCE PROGRAM - Representative David LaFever letter
City Manager Netter referenced this letter provided to Council as reviewed in the Council
Meeting Memo. -- David LaFever, Senior New Business Representative, P. G. & E.,
described the new maintenance inspection procedures in process, including the infrared
equipment to be used for scanning to determine weak points or lines in a state of
deterioration. Mr. LaFever responded to Council questions.
Councilwoman Spiro referred to some telephone outages she was aware of in the community
and recommended a similar report be provided to the City Council from a representative of
Pacific Bell. Council agreed.
.4ANTA ROSA SUBREGIONAL LONG TERM WASTEWATER SYSTEM EIRIProposals
City Manager Netter explained this item, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo,
advising that City of Santa Rosa representatives were not able to attend tonight's meeting
but would be able to attend the Rohnert Park City Council meeting of October 22, 1996 to
review the outcome of recent public hearings and outline the decision making process which
is being developed for the Board of Public Utilities, as well as future hearings to be held
following the BPU's meeting. Mr. Netter advised Council was provided with a copy of the
various alternatives needing careful review by the Council, with Rohnert Park being a
member agency. City of Santa Rosa representatives will be requesting input on the
alternatives, especially by member agencies, following certification of the final EIR. The City
of Santa Rosa is recommending that member agencies hold off input on selecting an
alternative until after the EIR certification date. A Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)
meeting and Development of Decision Making hearing is scheduled to be held at 10:00 a.m.,
Wednesday, October 16, 1996.
Discussion included Vice Mayor Eck acknowledging that the Rohnert Park City Council
has been on record for a long time signifying option 5A, listed on the above - referenced
table of alternatives, as Rohnert Park's top option. He recommended scheduling sufficient
time on the next Council meeting agenda to enable an adequate discussion for this item,
and to invite all City Council candidates because of important decisions expected to be
made very soon after the election. Santa Rosa representatives will be available to respond
to questions.
Councilwoman Gallagher
leaves /returns -- Councilwoman Gallagher left the Chamber during above discussion at approximately
7:02 p.m. and returned during following public comments at approximately 7:05 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: Mayor Flores opened public comments at approximately 7:03 p.m.
Jake Mackenzie, 1536 Gladstone Way, reviewed concerns mentioned during previous Council
discussions and his communications on how the Subregional Plan operates under cease and
desist order; made comparisons pertaining to this order; and commented Santa Rosa is not
in compliance with NPPD resulting in a constant watch as to whether they meet their
permit allowances. He met with Santa Rosa representatives and it was confirmed by staff
that they run 17.2 to 17.3 gallons per day, which is an example of concerns that need to be
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discussed at Rohnert Park's work session to be scheduled for this item on October 22nd.
Mr. Mackenzie commented further on the importance of understanding that this is
not just a question of dealing with the 5% error factor as the City of Santa Rosa is under
enforcement codes.
There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Flores closed public comments at
approximately 7:06 p.m.
Discussion included Council confirmation of the need for direct responses on the
percentage factors for this item and that the presentation and responding discussion during
the next Council meeting should provide this opportunity.
PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED ACCESS improvements/programs
Committee report (Reilly /Spiro) -- Councilman Reilly reported on results of the meeting held for this
item on September 27, 1996 with staff and representatives from the physically challenged
community, as reviewed in the Committee report of October 3, 1996 prepared by City
Manager Netter on Capital Improvements and Programs for the Physically Challenged.
Councilwoman Spiro advised she was unable to attend this Committee meeting due to a
family emergency, but she had spoken previously with Sabrina Snider about the access
concerns, especially in older sections of the community. _- City Manager Netter explained
the on -going evaluation necessary for accessibility efforts and related budgetary factors. He
reviewed the resolution prepared for Council consideration calling for sealed proposals for
installation of automatic doors in priority order of sites as listed in the separate staff report.
The recommendation is to send these out on an individual bid basis and proceed with the
first priority listed for installation of automatic doors at City Hall, Public Safety, Senior
Center and Community Center, and defer the remaining facilities to the next budget cycle.
-- Mayor Flores commented on the importance of proceeding with installation of automatic
doors for at least the first two listed for City Hall and Public Safety.
Resolution No:
96 -188 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR AUTOMATED DOOR RETROFIT FOR
THE PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED AT VARIOUS FACILITIES
Upon motion by Councilwoman Spiro, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, and
unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 96 -188 was waived and said resolution
was adopted.
David Mori, 1289 Camino Coronado, care giver for his wife who is physically challenged and was
unable to attend tonight's Council meeting, shared his wife's notes reviewing complications
related to the new location of the recent Founders' Days Event and request to return it to
the traditional location at A Park because of accessibility to the various booths. He
confirmed their interest to continue to be invited and noticed for the Committee meetings
scheduled for this item. He expressed appreciation for recent accessibility efforts and for
the Mayor's participation in the challenge during the Founders' Days Event.
Discussion included Council confirmation of Councilman Reilly and Councilwoman Spiro
recently being the newly appointed Council Committee for this item, and that all
Committee meetings will be noticed accordingly when scheduled.
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
1. Chamber of Commerce - Holiday tree lights -- Vice Mayor Eck reported on continued concerns
expressed at the recent Chamber meeting related to this item including insurance coverage
for installation of the holiday tree lights; possibilities of lighting certain trees more fully
compared to every tree a little bit; uncertainty regarding willingness to drop the tradition of
lighting the trees along Expressway with consideration of the growth of the trees; and
comparisons with other cities. Vice Mayor Eck recommended installation of permanent
lights if Council preferred having two or three well -lit holiday trees.
Discussion included general agreement of Council regarding preference to retain the
tradition of holiday lights on Expressway and concurred for staff to check into the possibility
of contracting installation of permanent holiday lights, similar to the contract efforts of the
City of Cotati.
2. Sonoma Count Ty ransportation Authority (SCTA) meeting 6:00 p.m., Thursday, October 10, 1996
Vice Mayor Eck asked if someone else could go to this meeting as he was not able to attend.
LAFCO MEETING OF OCTOBER 3, 1996 re. Policies pertaining to Agricultural Lands
City Manager Netter explained this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. He
recommended the Council review these policies in depth and that a letter be sent to
LAFCO requesting this item be formally agendized for input by affected agencies, prior to
formal approval, as these policies give LAFCO additional powers that are normally handled
through the City's General Plan process. This item will be discussed at the upcoming
Mayors' and Councilmembers' Association meeting this Thursday night. Council concurred
the above - referenced letter request should be sent to LAFCO, as indicated by staff.
49ERS' LETTER OF NEEDS FOR SUMMER TRAINING CAMP- -City Manager Netter referenced
this letter dated September 26, 1996 provided to Council and explained the item as reviewed
in the Council Meeting Memo. A meeting has tentatively been scheduled on Wednesday,
October 16, 1996 at SSU to discuss possibilities. Chamber of Commerce representatives
have been notified and invited to attend. City Manager Netter asked if Council preferred
City staff only to attend this meeting, or should the Council Committee also attend. --
Council concurred the Council Committee of Mayor Flores and Councilman Reilly should
also attend the meeting on October 16th.
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.
1. Founders' Day Association request for funds -- City Manager Netter referenced this item listed as #5
on Communications requesting an additional $850 for expenditures of the recent Founders'
Days Event due to signified shortages from anticipated income and other expenses.
-- Council agreed this request should be placed on the next Council agenda for consideration.
2. City of Daytona Beach Shores, Florida re. Results of PSO Survey -- City Manager Netter referenced
this item listed as #7 on Communications with summarized results of recent survey of Public
Safety Agencies, for Council's information. The survey signifies that Public Safety Agencies
are not dropping off the scale of acceptance per the cover letter which congratulates the
successful efforts of jurisdictions that have adopted the Public Safety concept.
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3. Sonoma County Water Agency re Water Supply & Transmission System Report -- City Manager
Netter referenced this item listed as #10 on Communications, for Council's information,
with comments due by October 18th. The documents review best management practices,
audits,etc. that Council may want to consider in the future for water conservation programs.
-- Discussion followed including reference to past concerns previously reviewed, current
efforts and future possibilities, with further comments related to the City of Santa Rosa's
Subregional Wastewater System and water conservation proposals.
MATTERS FROM/FOR COUNCIL:
1. Economic Development -- Councilman Reilly acknowledged having two issues on this item, the first
being to ask the City Attorney if pursuing the possibility of a future business for the City
presented any problems, even though the City may not have the necessary land within its
city limits or existing spheres. Are there procedures that allow us to go through channels
and through proper county agencies? -- City Attorney Flitner responded there are
procedures for annexation and /or extension of spheres of influence that have to be done by
the designated process. There are cases whereby this and qualifying projects have been
accomplished at the same time. If the City adopts the growth control measure, projects
would have to meet certain merit criteria, with possible exceptions as designated, like
education, open space, etc. In any event, there is a process both before and after growth
control by which meritory projects can be considered by Council. -- Councilman Reilly
signified this is what he understood when he noticed an article on O'Reilly and Associates of
Sebastopol that spurred his action to call them about being interested in at least having
Rohnert Park appear as #2 on their list of options to consider. If Sebastopol does not work
out for them, O'Reilly and Associates could be a benefit to Rohnert Park. Councilman
Reilly referenced their receptiveness and reviewed successful results of following meeting on
Thursday, September 26th, with himself and City Manager Netter to see if O'Reilly and
Associates had Rohnert Park on their prospects. Councilman Reilly commented further on
the potential possibilities of available opportunities to the City, regardless of differing
opinions about UGB's and spheres, without needing to re -zone land, if currently zoned
appropriately. This provides the opportunity to pursue a lot of companies that would be
beneficial to the City. He understood the Chamber is doing something toward economic
development and, if so, efforts need to be made so Rohnert Park is not overshadowed by
Cotati or Santa Rosa.
Discussion followed including reference by Mayor Flores to past efforts with the Oakland
Raiders, current efforts with the 49ers, and agreement of the need to work with the
Chamber toward above - reviewed efforts. -- Vice Mayor Eck referred to previous directive
to review possibilities of redevelopment funds for economic development, including
consideration of a half time staff person for this effort. He also gave the example of a
person from Petaluma contacting a real estate agency that was unfamiliar with procedures
and possibilities for a business to locate in the area. -- Councilwoman Spiro reviewed her
previous contact with O'Reilly and Associates and understood they needed more than 10
acres and the 6 acre property they looked at here was not adequate. -- Discussion ensued
regarding differing Council views on a previous proposal for a separate economic
development commission compared to being in the best interest of the City to work in
cooperation with the existing economic development committee of the Chamber.
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Discussion concluded in general Council agreement of the need to work in a strong team
effort with the Chamber of Commerce toward productive economic development. Council
further agreed Community Development Commission funding and staff structure
possibilities for economic development should be agendized for further review.
2. ABAG's Fall 1996 General Assembly to be held Friday, November 22, 1996 at St. Francis Hotel in
San Francisco -- Mayor Flores acknowledged the need to confirm the City's representation
for this item and referenced previous designation of Councilwoman Spiro as delegate and
Councilwoman Gallagher as alternate. -- Councilwoman Spiro advised she would not be
able to attend on November 22nd due to other commitments. -- Councilwoman Gallagher
said she would have to check her calendar and advise later if she would be able to attend.
3. Telephone outages -- Councilwoman Spiro referenced previous comments on telephone service and
requested a report on outages like the one recently experienced in D Section, which she
heard turned out to be a cable problem. -- Council agreed staff should direct a letter to
Pacific Bell accordingly.
4. Campaign sign -- Councilwoman Gallagher referenced concerns expressed at the previous Council
meeting regarding a particular campaign sign on Snyder Lane. -- Councilwoman Spiro
responded the sign was taken down to remove graffiti.
5. University Square -- Councilman Reilly commented on problems at University Square and some
people have signified disapproval of an open campus policy. He recalled previous
considerations for a closed campus. -- Mayor Flores requested a written report from the
Director of Public Safety addressing this concern.
6. Project proposal procedures -- Councilman Reilly referenced project proposal presented by Keith
Hallock at the previous Council meeting and asked if there is a set procedure to follow.
-- Mayor Flores responded the proposal was directed to the Planning Department. -- City
Manager Netter reviewed the Planning Director's explanation to Mr. Hallock indicating the
proposal was basically a General Plan matter because the location was outside the city's
sphere of influence. The City Manager provided a copy of the specific plan procedure to
Mr. Hallock upon request the day after the previous Council meeting.
Keith Hallock, 5900 Baumgardner, Santa Rosa, reviewed complications he had at the Planning
Department when he came to City Hall to find out the procedure and was unable to get a
copy of the specific plan report he requested, afterwhich Mr. Hallock received a call from
the City Attorney. Mr. Hallock shared that both the City Attorney and the City Manager
were cooperative and, unless he misunderstood, there is a process in place saying this can
be done. If so, he would like to work with someone he can deal with on his proposal.
Discussion included Vice Mayor Eck's response referencing Mr. Hallock losing litigations
against the City and expecting special treatment when, instead, he should put together a
specific plan for his proposal and be given the same opportunity provided to others.
Discussion concluded with Mayor Flores advising we are all here to follow the process
signified by the established procedure. Mr. Hallock has received a copy of the specific plan
ordinance and should follow those guidelines. He should proceed with scheduling to meet
with the Planning Department and, if a problem arises, communicate with the City Manager.
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leaves /returns -- Councilman Reilly left the Chamber during above discussion at approximately
8:06 p.m. and returned at approximately 8:07 p.m.
RECESS Mayor Flores declared a recess at approximately 8:08 p.m.
RECONVENE -- Mayor Flores reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 8:13 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present with the exception of Councilwoman Gallagher who returned to
the meeting during the first City Manager's report at approximately 8:15 p.m.
MATTERS FROM/FOR COUNCEL: (cont'd
7. Code of Ethics -- Councilman Reilly referenced the City's Code of Ethics on display in the Council
Chamber, signified by Resolution No. 94 -86, and recommended a copy of this be provided
to all City Council candidates, as well as retained Councilmembers. Council agreed.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT.•
Update on Economic Development Activities -- City Manager Netter referenced information he
received from Councilwoman Spiro to check into Harris Digital Company, a very good
company with a good administration. Mr. Netter talked to the Facility Manager who signified
the company is like a next level communications company. They are in the process of putting
together an RFP type proposal and looking for a joint effort. -- City Manager Netter advised
he talked to a representative of Price Club on CostCo earlier today, who signified a pending
escrow with the company and, therefore, did not want to disclose informational details at this
time. They have completed studies and have until the end of the month to make a decision but
have not yet disclosed whether interested or not. -- City Manager Netter advised there was
no additional news on the K -Mart building. He responded to Council inquiry noticing trees
dying at this location and does the City have a responsibility for the trees, that City staff knows
who is responsible and was going to start abatement proceedings, but those responsible
signified they were going to take care of the matter, so the City is holding off on the abatement
procedure. -- City Manager Netter responded to additional Council questions on economic
develonment nrogress that efforts are heino marle to he ac avvreWve ac nnecihlP City
Manager is keeping the hot line open and giving a call whenever he sees a potential
opportunity. At this stage of research, it is important to see numbers.
2. Application for annexation of 22_acres/Wilfred Avenue area - Update on process /procedures
City Manager Netter referenced staff report dated October 1, 1996 provided to Council for
this item recommending that the Planning Commission and City Council "deny the
application without prejudice" in order to proceed with a specific plan for the area, through
the specific plan process with appropriate General Plan amendment. Mr. Netter advised
this is an informational report on procedures which backtracks a little on the application
process but does not jeopardize anything at this point.
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3. ABAG Grant/Revenue Sharing Proposal - Update -- City Manager Netter updated Council on this
item regarding ABAG providing a grant for revenue sharing. A consultant, Charlie Long,
has been hired to proceed.
4. Skate Park & insurance nrovisions/REMIF /City of Healdsburu - Update on interest
City Manager Netter updated Council on this item referencing staff report provided to
Council and approaching REMIF to try to find some way to cover skateboards. They are
waiting for some legislation but, in the meantime, this will be considered at the REMIT
meeting scheduled toward the end of this month as REMIF is trying to develop some
control requirement program that works to provide coverage.
5. Rule 20A Underground Utility Projects - City Manager Netter reviewed informational reports
provided to Council for this item as follows:
a) City funds - Completed & projected projects
b) County funds - Priority list
c) Update of Adrian Drive undergrounding project
City Manager Netter referenced concerns expressed by Mr. Paul Golis at the previous
Council meeting regarding the use of Rule 20A funds, and pointed out that there has
never been any Rule 20 A funds spent on Codding projects as Mr. Golis mentioned.
-- Council agreed a copy of this report should be sent to Mr. Golis for his information.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT.•
1. Any items from closed session -- City Attorney Flitner advised the Mayor's report on this item
was sufficient.
2. Review of Gift Section of FPPC -- City Attorney Flitner reviewed his report provided to Council
explaining some changes in the law for this item.
3. Specific Plan request -- City Attorney Flitner referenced concerns expressed earlier during this
Council meeting pertaining to Mr. Hallock's proposal. City Attorney Flitner clarified that
the Planning Director was under the impression of former advice from the City Attorney
told to him during the litigation procedures. At the time Mr. Hallock approached the
Planning Dept. with his new proposal, Mr. Flitner had not yet provided Planning Director
Skanchy with his more recent information on spheres of influence and specific plans,
therefore Mr. Skanchy proceeded under the former advice. City Attorney Flitner has since
called the Planning Director to advise he could proceed with the process for Mr. Hallock's
proposal according to established procedures and requirements for specific plans.
4. City of Santa Barbara request for amicus support -- City Attorney Flitner reviewed fax
information he received today for this item pertaining to distancing facilities and allowing
enforcement. Mr. Flitner responded to Council questions relating examples applicable to
Rohnert Park. -- Discussion concluded upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by
Councilwoman Gallagher, and unanimously approved, to participate in the above - reviewed
amicus brief.
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5. Council Candidate Campaign access to apartment complexes -- City Attorney Flitner referenced a
candidate's call about being denied access to apartment complexes for distribution of
campaign literature. Mr. Flitner said he wanted to pursue further information on the laws
related to this, but he did not recommend the City get involved and did not think it was
advisable to go against internal policies of such properties like mobile home parks,
apartments, condos, homeowners' associations, etc. -- City Manager Netter added that he
communicated with the manager of one of the apartment complexes who advised they do
not allow soliciting, which was the reason they said no to the request to distribute
campaign material, so it was more a matter of policy rather than a campaign issue.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
Mayor Flores asked if there were any additional unscheduled public appearance at this
time. No one responded.
ADJOURNMENT- Mayor Flores adjourned the meeting at approximately 8:33 p.m.
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