1996/11/12 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes
November 12, 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 6:00 p.m. and
led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL: Present: (3) Councilmembers Reilly, Spiro and Mayor Flores
Late: (1) Councilmember Gallagher (arrival time as signified in these minutes)
Absent: (1) Vice Mayor Eck (due to illness)
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney Flitner and
Assistant City Manager Leivo.
APPROVAL OFMINUTES: Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro,
with Vice Mayor Eck and Councilwoman Gallagher absent, the minutes of October 22,
1996 were unanimously approved as submitted.
APPROVAL OF BILLS: Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro,
with Vice Mayor Eck and Councilwoman Gallagher absent, City bills presented per the
attached list in the amount of $634,528.69 were unanimously approved.
ACCEPTANCE of CASHIINVESTMENTS REPORT for MONTH END, SEPTEMBER 30, 1996
Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro, with Vice Mayor
Eck and Councilwoman Gallagher absent, acceptance of this Cash/Investments Report was
unanimously approved as presented.
NON- AGENDAED MATTERS: Mayor Flores asked Councilmembers if there were any non -
agendaed items to add to the agenda. Councilwoman Spiro signified two miscellaneous
items to add, if time permits, regarding (1) disaster preparedness and (2) EMS vehicles.
Mayor Flores signified one item to add regarding railroad crossings. Councilman Reilly
signified one item to add regarding considerations for a teen center.
YOUTH REPRESENTATIVE to the CITY COUNCIL from 1996 -97 Youth of the Year Program
Mayor Flores recognized Youth Representative Jessica Klonsky. Ms. Klonsky reported on
efforts of the interactive youth club affiliated with the Rotary Club. With the approaching
holidays, they are in the process of a campaign drive for collecting clothes, which will
involve not only students from high schools, but middle and elementary schools as well.
PRESENTATION OF LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION
TO COUNCILMEMBER LINDA SPIRO -- Mayor Flores made this presentation to
Councilwoman Spiro from the League of California Cities expressing appreciation for her
distinguished service to the Revenue and Taxation Policy Committee.
Councilwoman
Gallagher arrives -- Councilwoman Gallagher arrived at this meeting at approximately 6:06 p.m.
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WASTE REDUCTION AWARD -- Mayor Flores advised the City of Rohnert Park has received this
award for the 1996 Promoter "Waste Reduction Awards Program (WRAP) for promoting
waste reduction from successful efforts in working with local businesses to reduce solid
waste into the landfill. The Mayor extended recognition giving acknowledgment to the
following businesses for doing their part toward the success of this program:
(1) 49er Pet, recognizing owner, Katherine Collins, who was present at this Council meeting;
(2) Pacific Environments; (3) State Farm Insurance; and (4) Target Stores.
CONGRATULATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES -- Mayor Flores expressed public
congratulations to City Council candidates for success in the recent election process,
recognizing Incumbent Councilwoman Linda Spiro and Council Candidate Vicki Vidak-
Martinez, who were both present at this Council meeting, and Council Candidate Jake
Mackenzie, who was expected to arrive later.
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.
Eva Hirschel, 706 Racquel Club Circle, shared contents of her letter dated November 12, 1996,
acknowledging the Council support of the Rohnert Park Chamber Orchestra and expressing
appreciation to the Councilmembers who responded to her previous letter regarding
concern that Councilmembers were unable to attend the season's opening concert. She
expressed appreciation for past efforts of the two outgoing Councilmembers, welcomed the
two new Councilmembers, and not confined to the holiday season alone, wished for peace
on earth, peace among the City Council and the community of Rohnert Park.
2. Paul Stutrud, 712 Hudis Street, explained the notice of intent to circulate petition for the purpose
of establishing a separate Fire Department and a separate Police Department within the
City's Public Safety Department, which was distributed to Council earlier this evening. He
also referenced his recent letter reizardine Council meeting broadcasting_
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.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the agenda.
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Resolution Nos:
96 -196 AUTHORIZING CERTAIN POSITIONS TO INVEST FUNDS ON BEHALF OF THE
CITY AND TO OPEN ACCOUNTS WITH FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS
96 -197 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR EAST COTATI AVENUE MEDIAN
MODIFICATIONS, PROJECT NO. 1996 -13
96 -198 AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SANTA ROSA
POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR SERVICES TO THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK FOR A
HAZARDOUS DEVICE UNIT (BOMB SQUAD)
96 -199 AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF A HOLMATRO RESCUE EQUIPMENT SYSTEM
(JAWS OF LIFE) FOR DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Ordinance for Adoption:
No.625 ADDING SECTION 5.30.010 (D) AND AMENDING SECTION 5.30.020 OF CHAPTER
5.30 OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING ABANDONMENT
OF SHOPPING CARTS
Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro, with Vice Mayor Eck
absent, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda, was unanimously approved.
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OTHER RESOLUTION FOR CONSIDERATION re. Approving an Award of Contract for
Installation of Automatic Doors at Various City Facilities -- City Manager Netter explained
this item, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, and responded to Council questions.
Staff's recommendation is to hold off on the award of this contract and submit the bid
information to the Council Committee to review which doors are of the greatest priority and
establish a recommendation for consideration by the full City Council for inclusion in review
of budget reserves in January, as previously directed by Council. -- Discussion concluded
upon motion by Mayor Flores, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro, confirming continued
Council support of this effort, to refer the bid information to the Physically Challenged Access
Committee for prioritization recommendations to the full Council at a future Council meeting
for inclusion in January review of budget reserves, with friendly amendment by Councilman
Reilly that, in the future, any newly constructed City buildings should include installation of
automatic doors without waiting to be asked, was unanimously approved.
FOUNDERS' DAY ASSOCIATION funding request -- City Manager Netter explained this funding
request for $850 to cover shortage for 1996 Founders' Days Event, as reviewed in the
Council Meeting Memo, which was deferred from the previous Council meeting. -- Discussion
included Council concerns regarding other local groups having budget shortages along with
the necessary responsibility of raising additional funds; confirmation that the City provided a
$5,000 grant toward the 1996 Founders' Days event; and agreement that the Council also
needed to review expenditures for this Founders' Days event, to compare with the report on
revenues provided with this funding request. Council concurred a complete financial report
including both revenues and expenses should be provided from the Founders' Day Association
for Council's review at its next meeting for further consideration of this funding request.
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,SANTA ROSA nI.1CIE JAZZ FESTIVAL funding request -- City Manager Nettcr rcferenced the letter
request dated October 25, 1996 for this item, and explained the $1,000 funding request for the
1997 Jazz Festival to be held at the Red Lion Hotel in August of 1997. Mr. Netter responded
to Council questions confirming the City's support of this event over the past several years.
A motion was made by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Mayor Flores, and approved, to
acknowledge support of the 1997 Dixie Jazz Festival, as Council has done in the past to
signify support for other groups, pending results of forthcoming budget reviews, with Vice
Mayor Eck absent and Councilwoman Spiro dissenting due to not wanting to signify,-, portion
of the City budget early, as well as the possibility of budget cuts and other unknown budget
related factors.
Councilwoman Spiro commented on previous discussions of this organization to consider
changing the name of its event from "Santa Rosa Dixie Jazz Festival' to something like the
"Wine Country Dixie Jazz Festival" because of the Rohnert Park location. Council agreed a
letter should be written to inquire about considerations for changing the name of this event, as
previously discussed.
PACIFIC TELESIS GROUP (PacBell) letter of inquiry regarding recent telephone outages - -- ciiy
Manager Netter explained this letter dated October 28, 1996 responding to the C-Ouncil's
previous inquiry and request for a report on certain telephone outages. Though he did not
have the specific information available to provide on recent outages, as requested in the
referenced letter, City Manager recommended inviting a representative from PacBell for an
update on changes in the telephone system and to explain procedures for outages.
-- Councilwoman Spiro advised she has spoken with Ms. Richardson of PacBell, Assistant to
Norma Howard, Public Affairs Director, regarding the referenced telephone outages in the
community, and would like for them to come to a future Council meeting and provide a report
on the outages and procedures for handling same, along with an update of PacBell's
operations in the City of Rohnert Park. Council concurred.
MOBILE HOME PARK matters: (1) Consumer Price Increase; and (2) Calendar Year 1997 Budget
City Manager Netter explained these mobile home park informational items provided to
Council, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, confirming adoption of two resolutions
by the Rohnert Park Rent Appeals Board at its meeting of November 7, 1996 as follows:
RAB Resolution Nos.
96 -09 Determining the Increase in the Consumer Price Index for the Period of cP»tPmhPr
1995 to September 1996 and Authorizing the Application of the Formula to the
Applicable Rent (100% of CPI Increase) Annual General Adjustment 1997
96 -10 Approving and Adopting a Budget and Establishing Registration Fees for
Mobilehome Spaces Per Chapter 9.70 for Calendar Year 1997
PARKS AND RECREATION matter. Storage containers at A, C And D Parks
City Manager Netter explained this informational item provided to Council, as reviewed in the
Council Meeting Memo, advising that the Parks and Recreation Commission has approved the
Rohnert Park Babe Ruth Bambino Baseball League's request to place equipment storage
containers at A, C and D Parks. This effort will be at no cost to the City as it is being paid for
by the Baseball League. City staff and the Baseball League are working together on locating
the storage units to avoid unsightliness and all sites will be approved by City staff.
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OPEN SPACE MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM
1. Snyder Lane lot adjacent to Performing? Arts Center (1995 -96 grant ) - Proposed passive park plan
City Manager Netter explained this item, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo,
referencing plans on display, and responded to Council questions. -- Discussion concluded
upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, and unanimously
approved, with Vice Mayor Eck absent, to submit this passive park design to the Open Space
District for its review and consideration of approval.
2. Competitive Matching Grant Program for Fiscal Year 1996 -97 - Review of project possibilities
City Manager Netter referenced explanation of this item at the previous Council meeting. The
Council was asked to consider potential projects for submittal to the Open Space District for
the 1997 Matching Grant Program. A Council suggestion was the corner lot of the old gas
station site on Southwest Boulevard and Adrian Drive. Another suggestion, presented
recently at staff level, was the area at the north end of Roberts Lake Road, next to land
outside Rohnert Park's city limits designated for open space. Staff recommended pursuing
the possibility of the Open Space District buying that particular land next to the designated
open space land. -- Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by
Mayor Flores, and unanimously approved with Vice Mayor Eck absent, to prepare both
above - reviewed location proposals for submittal to the Open Space District for the referenced
Matching Grant Program. Additionally, Councilman Reilly referenced the Veteran's
Memorial and Avenue of Flags, to possibly signify a beginning or ending designation at the
park for the annual parade.
"ARE YOU O.K. ?" Program -- City Manager Netter explained the staff report on this program, as
reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, which is administered through the Rohnert Park
Senior Center and handled by senior volunteers. Council previously requested information
on subscriber qualifications for this program which currently are to be a senior (50 +) and
reside in Rohnert Park. Responding to Council inquiry, City Manager Netter confirmed
procedures can be implemented to include individuals who are not necessarily seniors but
may live alone with health or medical problems. Staff recommends proceeding with an
outreach program through the local newspaper and flyers in upcoming utility bills to reach
individuals who would like to use this program. Council concurred with clarification of
wording in outreach efforts to signify "if you have a need ", as recommended by staff, with
no restriction on age. Councilwoman Spiro suggested checking with the "Face to Face"
non -profit organization for possible names to be added to the program.
SONOMA COUNTY CRUSHERS - 1997 Proposed Stadium Improvements -- City Manager Netter
explained the summary dated October 28, 1996 from the Sonoma County Crushers for the
City of Rohnert Park Stadium improvements completed for the 1996 season and proposed
1997 and 1998 plans, with attached Rohnert Park Stadium Maintenance Review dated
October 11, 1996. Mr. Netter responded to Council questions including the Crushers'
decision for the necessity of more speakers to comply with needs of the new bleachers as a
tradeoff with previous consideration of a computerized visual score board for more
effective use of funds. Staff recommends approval of the Crushers' request to defer the
upgrading of lighting to 1998 and request for some assistance from the City of Rohnert
Park as landowner including a water line for existing bathrooms with very low pressure,
replacement of Clubhouse floor dry rot areas, help level dirt piles in the fields for improved
drainage, as well as some general cleanup behind the outfield fences. Council agreed.
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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE - HOLIDAY LIGHTS update -- City Manager Netter referenced
letter dated October 31, 1996 from the Chamber of Commerce advising that this year's
Leadership Rohnert Park Class #VI has volunteered to install the lights with signified help
from the City. Mr. Netter explained this item, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo;
and responded to Council questions. The Chamber has agreed to continue the project for
this year, but would like to have further discussions about transferring the responsibility
back to the City in the future, as the Chamber does not have the staff or resources to
continue this program. Council may want to discuss this matter after the first of the year
during contract re- negotiations with the Chamber of Commerce. For this year's efforts,
City Manager Netter advised communications with REM1F confirming coverage for
designated volunteers as long as they are registered as City volunteers. Mr. Netter
concluded with staff recommendation including instructions to be provided by the City to
signified volunteers for operating the lift and the City to provide the Community Center for
the volunteers to untangle the holiday tree lights for preparation of installation on
November 22nd. -- Council concurred -- City Manager referenced latest fax information
received today from the Chamber regarding outreach for volunteers for installation efforts
on November 22nd, request for donations, and Tree Lighting Party to be held on Thursday,
December 5th from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the Exchange Bank, Rohnert Park Expressway.
SB19771SB858 re. City of Covina's request for City's support to continue efforts for redistribution
of sales tax -- City Manager Netter explained the City of Covina is spearheading this effort
which failed in the Legislature in August. He referenced letter dated October 22, 1996
from the City of Covina requesting the attached survey be completed and the possibility of
funding contributions. The City Council previously sent a letter in support of these efforts
by supporting SB 1977/SB 1676. City Manager Netter commented he thought this will be an
uphill battle and advised this item is being brought to Council's attention for consideration
of whether the City wants to continue to support this effort and provide funding.
A motion was made by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Reilly, to
submit letter of support for this effort with a $500 contribution.
Said motion was withdrawn during discussion with Councilwoman Spiro signifying she
could not support it at this time as she recalled contents of this bill signifying the possibility
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bill before taking action. Mayor Flores advised he would consider supporting the motion if
the contribution were reduced to $300. Councilman Reilly responded the contribution
amount was not as important as the need to review the bill more thoroughly to enable the
Council to be united one way or the other and recommended deferring the matter until a
copy of the bill is obtained for review.
*CORRECTION ABOVE from 11/26/96 City Council meeting: Per Councilwoman Spiro (addition underlined)
A motion was made by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and
unanimously approved, with Vice Mayor Eck absent, to obtain a copy of the referenced bill
for review and further consideration at the next Council meeting.
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS.
1. Canon Manor -- In the absence of Vice Mayor Eck, City Manager Netter reported on this item, as
reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. Vice Mayor Eck, City Manager Netter and
Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust met with representatives from Canon Manor
to outline certain options for the most expeditious approach for resolving the problems with
septic tanks and water at Canon Manor. The referenced meeting discussion concluded the
best approach would be an assessment district through the County of Sonoma and resulted
in Canon Manor representatives planning to meet with County representatives to determine
the potential of obtaining sewer capacity through the South Park District's allocation.
Discussion included City Manager Netter responding to Council questions regarding the
options considered during the above - referenced meeting.
T R A NS P O R TA T IO N MA T T E R S:
1. Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) final budget for F.Y. 1996/97 -- City Manager
Netter explained this informational item, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, and
responded to Council questions.
2. MTC Activities Report - From Sharon Wright MTC Commission -- City Manager Netter advised
this item was provided to Council for informational purposes.
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.
Councilman Reilly requested pulling his letter from Communications, listed as #9, on concerns
regarding re- broadcasting televised meetings and scheduled for review during closed session
of the next Council meeting.
MATTERS FROM/FOR COUNCIL:
1. Mayors' & Councilmembers General Membership Meeting -- Mayor Flores advised this dinner
meeting has been scheduled in Cloverdale, 6:30 p.m., Thursday, November 14th, 1996.
2. Sonoma County Human Services Commission vacancy -- Mayor Flores referred to letter from
Allan G. Rawland, Chair of Mayors' & Councilmembers Association, advising of this
vacancy to be considered during the above - referenced General Membership meeting.
Mayor Flores requested Councilmembers interested in this vacancy to let him know prior
to the meeting on November 14th.
3. Teen Center proposed location -- Councilman Reilly referenced discussions on this item, as
previously brought up by Councilwoman Spiro, and recommended considering space at the
Senior Center for the beneficial result of interaction between seniors and teens. This would
require finding other office space for City staff currently located in this facility. Councilman
Reilly further reviewed timing factor concerns related to this need. -- Discussion followed
including City Manager Netter responding that the City's Finance Department is currently
located at this facility which has involved extensive expenditures to meet the needs of this
department. Mr. Netter advised that, currently, there is no City facility that would
accommodate combining the City's departments and, therefore, recommended considering
other possible locations for a teen center rather than relocating the Finance Department.
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-- Councilwoman *' Gallaghe 512im suggested checking into possibilities of considering a
teen center at the PAL building across from the City's Public Safety Facility. -- Council-
woman Spiro recalled previous discussions related to this item and that the seniors had
signified they were not in favor of having teens right next to them. The merchants had
previously signified they were not interested in it either. She has thought the PAL building
would be a great location for a teen center, but does not know the status of that facility. --
City Council Youth Representative Jessica Klonsky expressed appreciation for any space
the Council might consider for a teen center as this interest was discussed at one of their
youth meetings earlier this year. -- Discussion concluded in Council concurrence to start
by referring this item to the City Manager for staff to review possible locations for a teen
center. City Manager Netter further advised that any considerations by the City for a teen
center would require looking at a capital program and would need to be an item for the
next budget reviews.
3. Proposition 218 - The Fox Initiative -- Councilwoman Spiro requested a staff analysis on the
budgetary effects of this initiative on the City. -- City Manager Netter responded the item
was scheduled for review on the next Council meeting agenda in reference to the fire
services assessment approved by Council several months ago and validated by the
affirmative vote for Measure M in the November election.
4. EMS vehicles -- Councilwoman Spiro referenced previous concerns expressed regarding the need
for emergency medical veluicles M the community and co.- nented on the good presentation
on emergency vans given by Officer Ellis at the recent Rotary Club meeting. She
recommended staff research possibilities for getting something similar in Rohnert Park.
5. *2 unior Girl Scouts Troop #14 working on badges for government -- Councilwoman Spiro
referenced her recent communications with Girl Scouts and advised some of the Junior. Girl
Scouts Troop#14 in the community were watching tonight's televised City Council
meeting for the purpose of working toward badges for government.
6. Railroad Crossing Bells -- Mayor Flores referenced recent malfunctioning of railroad crossing bells
being a disturbance to residents in the vicinity of Santa Alicia and Seed Farm Drive and
asked the City Manager if he could have Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust
contact the Railroad Company to check on the problem of the bells getting stuck.
-- Councilwoman Spiro recommended also checking on the railroad crossing arms as she
recently experienced waiting an exceptionally long time at one of the crossings for the
railroad crossing arms to lift.
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2. Tire purchases procedures -- City Manager Netter referenced previous Council request for this
item and reviewed the staff report dated October 23rd provided for Council's information,.
3. Public Safety Block Grant -- City Manager Netter reviewed letter dated September 30, 1996 from
U.S. Department of Justice advising approval of City of Rohnert Park block grant for
Public Safety equipment in the amount of $82,914 from funding under the Local Law
Enforcement Block Grants Program. This was accomplished through the effective efforts
of Director of Public Safety Rooney and his staff. Director Rooney has advised the
Department of Public Safety is considering holding these funds into account for next year's
budget for a full computerized CAD system that will help in the entire operations.
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4. Fire Services Commander - Appointment of Bob Cassel -- Referencing the news release for this
item, City Manager Netter reported he was proud to advise this appointment to start
November 16th. He has invited Bob Cassel to the next Council meeting for introduction.
5. Results of 11/7/96 LAFCO meeting; re. Policies on agricultural lands -- City Manager Netter
referenced previous Council discussion on this item and effectiveness of letters sent from
cities. LAFCO's decision to carry it over will give cities an opportunity to provide input.
6. Annual Arts & Crafts Faire -- City Manager Netter advised the Recreation Department has
scheduled the Annual Arts & Crafts Faire, involving many efforts and talents of the seniors,
at the Community Center, Saturday and Sunday, November 30 and December 1, 1996.
7. Cit Appreciation Affairs -- City Manager Netter advised January 24, 1997 has been designated
for the City's Annual Employees' Appreciation Affair. Also, ideas will be forthcoming for
the Annual Commissioners' Appreciation Affair.
8. Seating of New City Council -- City Manager Netter referenced procedures in previous years of
having a separate meeting the first week in December for this item. The County will certify
election results within the signified time frame of 28 days which will not be until December
1 st. This year's first Tuesday of December on the 3rd will be too soon after certifying
election results to schedule this year's ceremony during the first week, so Council will need
to decide at its next Council meeting whether to schedule the changing of Council on the
regular meeting date of December 10th and/or choose another date. -- Discussion
concluded with Council concurrence to schedule the Seating of New City Council on
December 10th and to decide at the November 26th Council meeting whether or not it will
be necessary to have another Council meeting in December.
CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT. • City Attorney Flitner updated Council on progress of the following
matters: (1) the SEVIE case has been appealed regarding the question of attorney fees;
(2) the Hillsboro brief regarding the capital improvements matter was filed on November 7th
with arguments anticipated in the next twelve to eighteen months; (3) referring to Council
previously asking whether Mr. Golis would consider separating some of the parcel at the
sewer plant and animal shelter, City Attorney Flitner understood from Mr. Fredericks,
Attorney for Mr. Gollis, it is possible he would be willing to separate the property if
surveyed and parceled off. With regard to possibilities for T's Academy and the Community
School, interest was uncertain. (4) Referencing the notice of intent to circulate petition by
Mr. Stutrud signified earlier this evening for separate fire and police services, City Attorney
Flitner advised there was nothing for the Council to do at this time, but he would report on
procedures and an analysis of the item at the next Council meeting.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: Mayor Flores asked if there were any additional
unscheduled public appearances at this time. No one responded.
ADJOURNMENT. There being no further business, Mayor Flores adjourned the meeting at
approximately 7:35 p.m.
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