1996/11/26 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes
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November 26, 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 Blvd., Rohnert Park, with
Mayor Flores presiding.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Flores called the regular session to order at approximately 6:45 p.m. and
led the pledge of allegiance.
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,
Assistant City Manager Leivo and Finance Department Representative Sandy Lipitz.
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.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Corrections to the previous meeting minutes were made by Council
and signified on original set of minutes. -- Upon motion by Councilwoman Gallagher,
seconded by Vice Mayor Eck, the minutes of November 12, 1996 were unanimously
approved as amended.
APPROVAL OF BILLS: Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro, City
bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $1,323,641.24 were unanimously
approved.
NON- AGENDAED MATTERS: Mayor Flores asked Councilmembers if there were any non-
agendaed items to add to the agenda. -- Vice Mayor Eck signified an additional
consideration under the Rancho Feliz Mobile Home Park discussion item. Councilwoman
Gallagher signified one miscellaneous item to add under Matters from Council. Mayor
Flores signified a matter to bring up during the LAFCO Agricultural Policy discussion.
INTRODUCTION OF FIRE SERVICES COMMANDER, BOB CASSEL
This introduction was made by Director of Public Safety Patrick E. Rooney, which
included Director Rooney's review of the background experience and qualifications of
Mr. Bob Cassel as the new Fire Services Commander for the City's Department of Public
Safety. Mr. Cassel shared comments expressing appreciation for this opportunity. -- City
Manager Netter publicly thanked the City's Personnel Department for in -house efforts
working with the Department of Public Safety toward filling this position -- On behalf of
the full Council, Mayor Flores welcomed Fire Services Commander Bob Cassel and
expressed appreciation for City staff.
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YOUTH REPRESENTATIL 'Eto the CITY COUNCIL from 1996 -97 Youth of the Year Program
Mayor Flores introduced Youth Representative David Arneson, who inquired if Council
would be discussing the issue of the Expansion School at SSU and expressed concerns in
regard to keeping track of attendance records related to receiving state funds.
- -Mayor Flores responded this would be an item to discuss later and would ask
Councilwoman Elect Vidak- Martinez, or a School District representative, to bring Council
up to date after the new Council is seated, because of the direct involvement on the School
District Board. -- Vice Mayor Eck suggested the Youth Rep. might want to recommend to
students the idea of working out a project for cleaning up trash on the bike /walk path near
Rancho Cotate High School. -- Mayor Flores commented that maybe the City and students
could work out a partnership for this effort.
SCHEDULED PUBLICAPPEARANCE:
1. Jim Redding for Board of Directors of Face to Face re. Sonoma County AIDS Network
Mr. Redding expressed appreciation for Council approval of financial support to this
organization for the past two years. He reviewed highlights of efforts for the benefit of
recipients, which involves participation of numerous volunteers. He responded to Council
questions including confirmation of efforts to provide housing needs and possible interest in
the potential bankruptcy properties which were previously referenced and discussed during
closed session earlier tills evening.
2. Janet Sanders, 243 Fauna Avenue, re. television broadcast petition for local High Schools /Game of
the Week -- Ms. Sanders explained concerns related to this petition provided to Council.
She confirmed conversation with City Manager Netter earlier this evening and understood,
from his phone contact today with Century Communications, that they are willing to work
with the concerned residents on evening broadcast scheduling possibilities. Ms. Sanders
further explained the request to Century Communications, by popular demand, to also
include the schedules of these high school games along with other schedules they routinely
list in the newspaper. -- City Manager Netter reviewed his discussion earlier today with
Steve Lamb of Century Communications, who signified they will show the tapes of the
referenced high school games on Monday nights, except on the third Monday of each
month which is set aside for the Parks and Recreation Commission's monthly meeting.
If Council decides not to continue broadcasting of the Parks and Recreation Commission
meeting, then all four Monday nights would be open for the high school games.
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directing a letter of appreciation to Century Communications over the Mayor's signature to
signify Council's support of the request for the televised high school games, with friendly
amendment by Councilman Reilly to include all sports and that there be appropriate
recognition and newspaper publicity for the high school games, was unanimously approved.
Councilman Reilly leaves /returns -- Councilman Reilly left the chamber at approximately 7:19 p.m.
during following closing comments for this item and returned at approximately 7:21 p.m.
Ms. Sanders distributed to Council a recent newspaper article on this item by Reporter Bob
Brownne in the October 16th edition of the Community Voice. -- Councilwoman Spiro
suggested each Councilmember also sign the above - referenced petition. Council agreed.
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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.
Cindy Walsh, 4409 Glacier Court, commented on this being the last Council meeting for a couple of
the City Council Members and wanted to thank them for their efforts, especially,
Councilwoman Dawna Gallagher for all the help she has been. As an expression of her
appreciation, Ms. Walsh presented a rose to Councilwoman Gallagher.
Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, expressed concerns about being ignored by a signified representa-
tive of the Department of Public Safety regarding a complaint on political campaign signs
that were later removed, as well as concerns about another City staff person canceling the
television broadcasting of a recent City Council meeting. -- City Attorney Flitner
responded to the Mayor's inquiry on these matters, that it would be more appropriate to
present personnel complaints to the City Manager and then discussed in closed session, if
further review by Council is deemed necessary.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Flores asked if anyone had any questions regarding the matters on the Consent
Calendar as explained in the City Manager's Council Meeting Memo. -- Councilwoman Spiro
requested removal of Resolution No. 96 -203 from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the agenda.
Resolution Nos:
96 -200 PROCLAIMING DECEMBER 1996 AS DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVING PRE-
VENTION MONTH AND FRIDAY, DEC. 20, 1996 AS "LIGHTS ON FOR LIFE"
96 -201 ACCEPTING PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT, PARCEL MAP NO. 159 (Buchanan)
96 -202 APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT TO PERFORM TARIFF SCHEDULE RELATED TO
WORK WITH P.G.& E. (Adrian Drive Underground Utility District)
96 -204 DESIGNATING, AUTHORIZING, APPROVING INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS
(on Santa Alicia Drive at Ava Avenue)
Approval of Parcel Map No. 162 (Codding) located at west end of Laguna Drive
Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilman Reilly, with the exception of
Resolution No. 96 -203, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda, was
unanimously approved.
Resolution No:
96 -203 ESTABLISHING AN ALTERNATE BENEFIT PROGRAM FOR ELIGIBLE ACTIVE
EMPLOYEES
City Manager Netter explained this resolution, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo,
and responded to Council questions. -- Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by
Councilwoman Spiro, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 96 -203 was adopted.
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FOUNDERS' DAYASSOCIATIONfunding request re. shortage for 1996 Founders' Days Event
City Manager Netter advised that Lew Kuehm, President of Founders' Day Association, was
unable to attend this Council meeting. Mr. Netter explained the funding request for an
additional $850, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. This item was carried over from
the previous Council meeting with Council request for a more complete financial statement
on the Founders' Day Event. City Manager Netter further signified that Council had
previously requested review of the next Founders' Day Event be agendized after the first of
the year when the new Council is seated. -- Mayor Flores expressed appreciation for the
many volunteer efforts involved for the annual Founders' Day Event for the benefit of the
community and supported funds contributed toward the success of this effort.
Discussion included a motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher,
and unanimously approved, to provide the $850 to assist with the shortage for the 1996
Founders' Days Event with the provision that the City Manager ask for clarification on the
amounts signified for carry-over and the $420 on mileage, and to relay the message to the
Founders' Day Association to be more realistic with budget projections and to work within
its budget as there are many other organizations in the City that must deal with similar
budgetary constraints.
Further discussion included Councilwoman Spiro signifying that, even though she supported
the above motion to provide the shortage, she will not do so after this year if the organization
does not come closer to budget. -- Vice Mayor Eck acknowledged being the current liaison
to the Founders' Day Association and, since he will no longer be on the Council,
recommended Councilwoman Spiro become the next liaison. -- Councilwoman Gallagher
made comparisons of previous similar concerns with the former Crane Melon Festival.
PRESENTATION OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT
for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 1996 by External Auditors Macias, Gini & Company
1. Presentation of reports for Council acceptance as follows:
•Management Letter
•Comprehensive Annual Financial Report 1995 -96
•Transportation Development Act Fund, Financial Statements
and Independent Auditor's Report
•Rohnert Park Housing Financing Authority, General Purpose Financial Statements
•RPHFA/Internal Control and Compliance and Reportable Condition
•Agreed -Upon Procedures Report for Appropriations Limit Calculation (Prop 4)
•Single Audit Report/Supplemental Information, Compliance and Internal Controls
City Manager Netter introduced Kevin J. O'Connell, CPA - Managing Director of Macias,
Gini & Company, who made this presentation. Mr. O'Connell reviewed the Management
Letter summarizing above listing of financial reports and responded to Council questions.
- -City Manager Netter also explained aspects of the reports, as reviewed in the Council
Meeting Memo, and responded to additional Council questions. Mr. Netter introduced
Sandy Lipitz, representing the City's Finance Department. -- Council extended appreciation
to Mr. O'Connell for the presentation and the external auditing efforts of Macias, Gini &
Company and to Finance Director Mike Harrow and his staff for continuing to maintain
thorough and competent management of the City's accounting and financial operations.
-- Council concurred acceptance of the above - referenced financial reports as presented.
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2. Submittal for Certificate of Achievement in Financial Renort 95 -96 for State & National Awards
City Manager Netter explained this item, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, with
staff recommending submittal of the application for the Certificate of Achievement in
Financial Reporting for 1995 -96 to both the Government Finance Officers Association
(National) and the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (State) agencies. The
City has been a recipient of these prestigious awards for the past 14 years and staff is
optimistic that the City will again receive these awards for the 15th consecutive fiscal year
ending June 30, 1996.
Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro, submittal of the
above - reviewed applications for both the signified State and National awards for the City's
1995 -96 financial reports, including authorization of estimated $700 expenditure for same,
was unanimously approved.
Vice Mayor Eck referred to one of his miscellaneous items to add to the agenda regarding
Rancho Feliz Mobile Home Park, which is related to the above - reviewed Rohnert Park
Housing Financing Authority report. He recommended, as previously signified, establishing a
time table for removal of City staff from the RPHFA.- -City Manager Netter responded he had
considered agendizing this item before the end of the year but with the recent election and
limited time frames of remaining 1996 Council meetings, realized it would probably be better
to wait until the first meeting in January when the new Council will be seated. To date, the
City has received four Fact Sheet applications from individuals interested in the RPHFA.
Councilman Reilly leaves /returns -- During opening comments of the following report, Councilman
Reilly left the chamber at approximately 7:55 p.m. and returned at approximately 7:57 p.m.
CITYATTORNEY REPORT on "NOTICE OF INTENT TO CIRCULATE PETITION"
(re. Division of Public Safety PoliceIFire) by Paul D. Stutrud
1. Procedures -- City Attorney Flitner advised Council was provided with his written report dated
November 19, 1996 for its information outlining procedures, requirements and
responsibilities of a city and its officers for an initiative petition.
2. City Attorney analysis and recommendation -- City Attorney Flitner reviewed his analysis and
recommendation included in above - referenced report for this agenda item, as reviewed in
the Council Meeting Memo, and responded to Council questions. -- Discussion concluded
upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and unanimously
approved, as recommended by City Attorney Flitner, for the City Attorney to refer the
petition back to the originator for clarification, because the ambiguity and lack of clear
direction of the petition does not require the City or its Council to take any action.
FIRE SERVICES ASSESSMENT IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
City Manager Netter explained the resolution for consideration for this item as reviewed in
the Council Meeting Memo. He and City Attorney Flitner responded to Council questions.
City Attorney Flitner recommended, if Council elects to proceed with this action, it
would be prudent to place the funds in a trust account until referred to and validated by
the superior court. Discussion followed.
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Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, expressed agreement with setting aside funds from the fire services
assessments and waiting for validation. He also inquired about a related study, requested
by Councilman Reilly, on competitive costs of fire services. -- Councilman Reilly responded
the study is in process and being reviewed for consideration by the full Council.
Resolution AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO SERVICES AGREE -
No.96 -205 MENTS WITH BERRYMAN AND HENIGAR AND /OR THE COUNTY OF
SONOMA FOR CERTAIN SERVICES RELATED TO THE COLLECTION OF A
FIRE SUPPRESSION ASSESSMENTS
Discussion concluded upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilwoman
Gallagher, and unanimously approved, including direction for the City Attorney to file the
document for validation by the superior court and direction to staff to set aside funds from
the referenced fire services assessments until validated, with the exception of necessary
costs for preliminary background efforts in preparation of the recruitment process, reading
of Resolution No. 96 -205 was waived and said resolution was adopted.
PAM i AND RECREATIOPJ 1"✓IATTEI is
1. Teen Building request -- City Manager Netter referenced staff report dated November 4, 1996 from
Director of Recreation Pekkain responding to previous Council directive. Mr. Netter
explained this item, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, including his recommenda-
tion that, if Council desires to further pursue teen center possibilities, then this item should be
deferred to the City's upcoming 1997 -98 budget reviews to be held in May -June 1997.
-- Discussion included review of background efforts related to this item, as previously
discussed by Council; the need to make a decision one way or the other rather than
continually reviewing related concerns; comparisons of considering a joint use facility to
leasing or purchasing a building; the possibility that there might be a benevolent property
owner that would consider providing a facility, such as in the SW Blvd. Shopping Center;
Council request for Youth Representative Arneson to review considerations with other
students to determine preferences; and confirmation that the newly seated Council would
need to thoroughly review the City's list of priorities for capital improvements.
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City Manager Netter explained the staff report from Director of Recreation Pekkain for
this item with approval of the Parks and Recreation Commission signified for same.
- -Upon motion by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro, the above -
reviewed memorial bench with appropriate dedication ceremony, was unanimously approved.
3. Roberts Lake Park Memorial Grove -Idea- Send to Parks & Recreation for comment -- City Manager
Netter explained this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. -- Discussion included
various options Councilmembers have observed in other areas for memorials, such as
groves, engraved plaques, walls, etc. and concluded in Council concurrence to refer this item
to the Parks & Recreation Commission for consideration and recommendations.
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POLICE ACTIVITIES LEAGUE (PAL) request for waiver of parking requirements for property
located at 450 City Hall Drive -- City Manager Netter explained this letter request dated
September 30, 1996, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, and responded to Council
questions. -- Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by
Vice Mayor Eck, and unanimously approved, to refer PAL's request for waiver of parking
requirements to the Planning Commission for review and determination of variance findings.
RECESS Mayor Flores declared a recess at approximately 8:35 p.m.
RECONVENE Mayor Flores reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 8:43 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present.
MATTER from COUNCIL: Megan's Law /publicizing or disclosing of high risk child (Reilly)
This item was moved forward on the agenda to enable Councilman Reilly to leave the
meeting early due to not feeling well. Councilman Reilly referenced informational material
provided to Council on this item and reviewed reasons for needing a procedure in place for
disclosure of signified offenders in the community. -- Discussion concluded with Council
concurrence to defer this item to the City Attorney to prepare a brief analysis for Council's
review during its next regular meeting of January 14, 1997.
Councilman Reilly leaves -- Councilman Reilly left the meeting during the staff report of the next
agenda item at approximately 8:50 p.m.
MOBILE HOME PARK MATTER:
Authorizing Department of Public .Safety to enforce speed limit at Rancho Feliz Mobile Home Park
City Manager Netter explained the staff report for this item, as reviewed in the Council
Meeting Memo, recommending the above - signified authorization. City Manager Netter and
City Attorney Flitner responded to Council questions. -- Discussion concluded upon motion
by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro, and unanimously approved with
Councilman Reilly absent, to refer this item to the City Attorney for review and clarification
of findings to limit enforcement to this project and related to aspects of the City serving as
trustee owner of Rancho Feliz and, also, to review possibilities regarding private security for
speed limit enforcement.
SONOMA LOCAL AGENCY FOUNDATION COMMISSION (LAFCO)Agricultural Lands Policy
City Manager Netter advised the LAFCO Agricultural Lands Policy was previously
reported to Council and explained this item, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo,
regarding LAFCO's deferral of this matter and related aspects as follows:
1. Commission's action to continue policy to February 6, 1997 Commission meeting
2. Review of Policy/Distribute to Councilmembers Elect
3. Schedule for input in January 1997 for position paper to be distributed to LAFCO
prior to February 6th meeting
Discussion included Mayor Flores advising he would like to attend the above - referenced
LAFCO meeting in February, with the approval of Council, and recommended himself and
Councilwoman Spiro as Council Committee to meet in January with LAFCO representative,
Chairman Michael Cale, regarding input for the position paper. Council concurred.
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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE-Holiday Lighting Ceremony, Dec. 5, 1996, Exchange Bank- Update
City Manager Netter updated Council on this Holiday Lighting Ceremony which now
includes the idea of hot air balloons lighting up the night, issued from a request by the
Sonoma County Aeronauts, and P. G. & E. has agreed to donate three lift trucks to help
assist in the holiday tree lighting event. -- Councilwoman Spiro referred to a scheduling
conflict with the League of California Cities North Bay Division Meeting in Novato on
December 5th and, as representative, it would be necessary for her to attend this meeting.
GARBAGE & RUBBISH DISPOSAL RATES INCREASE and DEBRIS BOX RATE INCREASE
City Manager Netter explained this item, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, and
advised a public hearing has been duly noticed and scheduled for the December 10, 1996
Council meeting. -- Discussion included Council agreement that a time certain would be
advisable for this public hearing and, if necessary, could be continued to the January 14,
1997 Council meeting, to enable the ceremonial meeting on December 10th for seating the
new Council to begin at 7:00 p.m.
CALIFORNIA SENATE ASSOCIATES PROGRAM 1997 -98 -- City Manager Netter explained
informational material provided to Council for this item, as reviewed in the Council
Meeting Memo, with application filing deadline of February 19, 1997 for names to be
submitted for consideration. Mr. Netter acknowledged this information would also be
passed on to the School District.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS.
1. Mayor's report on Mayors' & Councilmembers General Membership meeting. November 14. 1996
Mayor Flores reported on the results of this meeting which included selection of
LAFCO representatives. Janet Condron of the City of Santa Rosa was selected as the
cities' representative, with Kathy Harvey of the City of Healdsburg being the alternate
representative. Also, Marjorie Smith, Mayor of Windsor, was the representative selected
for the Human Services Commission.
2. Senior Advisory Commission -- Councilwoman Spiro reported the recent Senior Advisory
Commission meeting was televised which included a nice presentation by Director of Public
Safety Rooney responding to concerns expressed at the previous meeting. Reports indicate
that an estimated 7,000 people have gone through the Senior Center this last month.
Though Ms. Spiro had not yet received the most recent financial to share actual figures with
Council at this time; she publicly complimented the ceninrg on the good jnh they have. rinne.
PROPOSED CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE
1. Cancellation of December 24-1996 meeting (Christmas Eve)
Discussion concluded in Council concurrence of this meeting cancellation.
2. Seating of Councilmembers Elect - December 10 1996
Discussion of this item concluded upon motion by Councilwoman Spiro, seconded by
Councilwoman Gallagher, and unanimously approved with Councilman Reilly absent, for
the ceremonial portion of the December 10, 1996 City Council meeting for seating the new
Council to begin at 7:00 p.m.
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CITY OF COVINA'S REQUEST for City's support for redistribution of sales tax - ,4B 858
City Manager Netter explained this item carried over from the previous Council meeting, as
reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. City Manager advised a copy of SB 858 has been
provided to Council, as well as a copy of the Mayor's letter recently sent to the City of
Covina requesting information on the proposed changes to SB 858. City Manager Netter
confirmed his recommendation of holding off on any financial contribution until the actual
language is submitted with the appropriate changes that are being recommended.
-- Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilwoman Spiro, seconded by Councilwoman
Gallagher, and unanimously approved with Councilman Reilly absent, to defer this item to
the first regular Council meeting in January 1997 along with requesting the City Attorney
to provide an analysis of the issue.
SANTA ROSA SUBREGIONAL WASTEWATER TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE,
November 13, 1996 meeting -- City Manager Netter reviewed results of this meeting,
confirming the most important item of the TAC meeting was the Long Term Wastewater
Project EIR/EIS. The revised completion date has been extended to May of 1997 with City
of Santa Rosa Council certification by the end of June 1997. The City of Santa Rosa has also
approved a $1.7 million contract amendment because of the increased number of responses
to the EIR. -- Discussion included Council expressing concerns related to delays and costs
for this item concluding in signifying the probability that this is going to be challenged.
AUTHORIZATION TO DISPOSE OF 1928 ANTIQUE SEAGRAVES FIRE TRUCK ivith
proceeds to the "Toys for Tots "program -- City Manager Netter explained the staff report
dated November 19, 1996 from Finance Director Harrow for this item, as reviewed in the
Council Meeting Memo, and responded to Council questions. -- Discussion concluded
upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, to signify
agreement of the above - reviewed sale of the 1928 Seagraves fire truck with proceeds to
the "Toys for Tots" program, was approved with Councilwoman Spiro dissenting
signifying, for the record, that she supports the "Toys for Tots" program but she wanted to
keep the antique fire truck for renovation and placement for enjoyment in the community.
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.
MATTERS FROMIFOR COUNCIL:
1. Sister Cities Committee - Japanese Garden (Spiro) -- Councilwoman Spiro explained the request
from the Sister Cities Committee to consider the open space the City is purchasing near the
Performing Arts Center for a Japanese Garden. -- City Manager Netter acknowledged
attending the meeting on this item and expressed agreement with the appropriateness of the
idea which would enable utilization of the Japanese plant stand and lantern currently in
storage at the warehouse. -- Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilwoman Spiro,
seconded by Vice Mayor Eck, with Councilman Reilly absent, agreement with the concept
of the proposed Japanese Garden and authorizing the City Manager to proceed with
preparation of plans for submittal to the Open Space District for approval, was
unanimously approved.
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2. Megan's Law /publicizing or disclosing of high risk child (Reilly) -- This item was moved forward
on the agenda and reviewed earlier during this Council meeting.
3. Selection of event/Date for Commission Appreciation Affair -- City Manager Netter referred to
last year's event for this item with the 50's theme at the Community Center and
recommended a similar type of event in February with a full dress rehearsal. Council agreed.
4. City Hall closed for Thanksgiving Holiday -Nov. 28 & 29, 1996 -- Mayor Flores announced this item.
5. 17th Annual Arts & Crafts Holiday Faire, Rohnert Park Recreation Department, Sat., Nov. 30,
10:a.m.- 5:p.m. & Sun., Dec. 1, 12:noon- 4:p.m. -- Mayor Flores announced this item.
6. League of Calif. Cities -North Bay Division Meeting, Thurs., Dec. 5, 1996, Hamilton Field, Novato
Mayor Flores announced this item and acknowledged Councilwoman Spiro's previous
confirmation that she would be attending this meeting with other Councilmembers invited to
attend the Holiday Tree Lighting on the same date.
7. League of Calif Cities Mayors and Council "embers institute, wed. -Fri., 1/8- 10/97, Hyatt
Regency Sacramento Hotel, Sacramento, Ca. -- Mayor Flores announced this item. -- City
Manager Netter advised both new Councilmembers Elect and he will be attending and
encouraged other Councilmembers to attend also.
8. Rancho Feliz Mobile Home Park/gas shut offs -- Vice Mayor Eck inquired about the progress of
this item. -- City Manager Netter advised he has been working with Jonnie Perrot.
Legislation has gone through on signified gas shut offs but did not include residential single
family homes or mobile home parks. The City is going to bid on the gas shut offs in January
and has been receiving some bids. There are two options to consider: (1) the possibility of
using Rancho Feliz as a pilot project through the Rohnert Park Housing Financing
Authority, or (2) bring to Council in January to see if it wants to consider adopting a
uniform ordinance and develop a system for installing gas shut offs. -- Discussion included
acknowledging claims of differing cost comparisons; speculations of P.G.& E. getting
involved and whether they are going to take the lead on this and, if so, the importance of
encouraging them to move ahead quickly; and PUC regulatory possibilities.
9. R Section road conditions -- Councilwoman Gallagher asked why the numerous holes are being
opened up in R Section roads. -- Vice Mayor Eck responded he found out the repairs are
due to the decomposition of electrolysis copper feeder lines in the adobe. He recommended
review of this item after the first of the year as it might be a good idea to contract that out as
more lines will continue to need repair. -- Mayor Flores commented it is very difficult to
get away from subterranean damage.
10. Harris Digital Company -- Mayor Flores advised he would be attending a meeting tomorrow
morning with City Manager Netter and representative of Harris Digital regarding the
possibility of this low pollution business relocating in Rohnert Park.
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CITY MANAGER',S` REPORT.•
1. County Emergency Vans - review of locations -- City Manager Netter referred to Councilwoman
Spiro previously inquiring about this item and explained the staff report dated November 19,
1996 provided for Council's information. -- Discussion concluded upon motion by
Councilwoman Spiro, seconded by Vice Mayor Eck, and unanimously approved with
Councilman Reilly absent, directing staff to check into possibilities of obtaining the better of
the two empty trailers currently stored at the county heavy equipment yard and provide a
report on the cost including refurbishment for further Council consideration.
2. City Employee e Appreciation Affair, Friday January 24 1997 -- Informational item.
3. 49er's Training Camp - update -- City Manager Netter provided this update referring to previous
meeting with 49er representatives which resulted in signifying assertive interest in this area
and they were to review other locations. He has not heard from the 49ers and will be calling
them by the end of the week to see if they are interested in the North Bay as an option.
4. Report on purchase of Sports Center equipment from Hubs Nautilus -- City Manager Netter
referenced Sport Center financial statement provided for Council's information for the
three months ended September 30, 1996. Mr. Netter also referred to staff report dated
November 18, 1996 regarding the purchase of weight room equipment and explained the
opportunity of purchasing sports equipment from Hubs Nautilus' going out of business sale
at substantially reduced prices. This expenditure is offset from other accounts within the
existing Sports Center budget. City Manager Netter requested Council ratification of the
amount of $4,990 for purchasing the signified sports equipment. -- Discussion concluded
upon motion by Councilwoman Spiro, seconded by Vice Mayor Eck, and unanimously
approved with Councilman Reilly absent, to ratify the above - reviewed $4,990 purchase of
sports equipment but have City Attorney's analysis of clearance of legalities related to
Hubs Nautilus going out of business.
5. Missing Children Information System - update -- City Manager Netter referenced this staff report
dated November 15, 1996 from the Department of Public Safety explaining the ineffective-
ness of this system and probable dissolving of the company. The City ordered the digital
information system for missing children in March of this year at the request of Council with
Councilman Reilly being the initial advocate of this system. Under the above - reviewed
circumstances, staff recommends cancellation of the City's purchase order with this
company and termination of any business relationship with them. Council agreed.
6. Proposition 218 - information/impacts -- City Manager Netter referenced the most recent articles
and reports provided to Council on this item for its information. Efforts are being made for
further clarification of the impacts of Proposition 218. The City of Rohnert Park has
nothing to worry about at this point in time but the information is provided for future
considerations. City Manager responded to Council questions and confirmed he would be
doing more research on this matter.
7. Next Year "1997" - City's 35th Birthday -- City Manager Netter commented this is an informa-
tional item to be reviewed with the newly seated Council.
Rohnert Park Citv Council Minutes (12) November 26. 1996
R Snyder lane to Keiser Road Bicycle striping -- City Manager Netter updated Council on the
progress of this project.
9. RF.M1F Super Pool/skateboard park exclusion- -City Manager Netter referenced this item previously
discussed by Council and advised REM1F has dropped the skateboard park exclusion.
10. Gov't Office of Emergency Services (OES) supports City's appeal/recommends FEMA reinstate
funds ($98,306) for lake dredging -- City Manager Netter shared this information and
confirmed the City has appealed.
11. AT &T bilWuser tax -- City Manager Netter explained documents establishing that AT &T has been
charging some City of Rohnert Park residents utility user tax for City of Santa Rosa. --
Discussion concluded upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro,
with Councilman Reilly absent, to write an emphatic letter to AT &T regarding this error and
to reverse the charges, was unanimously approved.
12. New roof at City Hall -- City Manager Netter updated the Council on the progress of this item.
A small section of the roof was still open over the reception area when it rained recently, but
has been remedied and the new roof is near completion. City Manager referenced funds in
the budget previously set aside in the amount of $50,000 to upgrade this City Hall facility.
He recommended adding the $40,000 savings from the roof (previously budgeted $100,000)
to the City Hall facility upgrade. Council compared handicapped modification needs and
agreed the reallocation of the savings on the roof would need further consideration.
CITYATTORNEY'S REPORT.•
City Attorney Flitner advised the Mayor's report on the closed session items was sufficient
and he had nothing further to report at this time.
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 adiourned the meeting at
approximately 10:00 p.m.
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