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1997/03/25 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes r 1 0. March 25, 1997 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 Linda Spiro presiding. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Spiro called the regular session to order at approximately 6:45 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. ROLL CALL: Present: (5) Councilmembers Flores, Mackenzie, Reilly, Vidak - Martinez, and Mayor Spiro Absent: (0) None Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney Flitner, Assistant City Manager Leivo, Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust, Finance Director Harrow and Recreation Director Pekkain. I. CLOSED SESSION. Mayor Linda Spiro reported on the closed session which commenced this evening at 6:00 to discuss matters listed on the agenda attachment. No action was taken. 2 APPROVAL OFMINUTES. Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Council- member Reilly, with abstentions by Councilmember Mackenzie and Mayor Spiro due to absence from the meeting, minutes of March 11, 1997 were approved as submitted. 3. APPROVAL OF BILLS: Upon motion by Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez, seconded by Council - member Flores, City bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $946,302.40 were unanimously approved. 4. NON - AGENDAED MATTERS: Mayor Linda Spiro asked if Councilmembers or staff had any non - agendaed items to add to the agenda. -- Two items were added by Councilmember Mackenzie, one regarding the Girl Scout tree planting and review of the recent Home Builders Association meeting attended by Mayor Spiro. Two items were added by Councilmember Flores, regarding Magnolia Park and City Park restrooms. One item was added by Councilmember Reilly regarding letters from Goldridge School students. Two items were added by Mayor Spiro regarding Measure M notice in local press and establishment of a commission for community outreach. S. YOUTH CITY COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVE from 1996 -97 Youth of the Year Program Youth Representative Sarah Campbell referred to the Teen Survey results which was reviewed at the previous Council meeting. She reported that Youth Representatives met today with Kathy VanderVennet, the City's Community Resource Specialist, to review student ideas. Ms. Campbell proposed to restructure the Youth of the Year Program to include Juniors and Seniors to encourage continuity. Mayor Spiro offered to write a letter endorsing this concept. The Council discussed types of youth projects. Councilmember Reilly suggested expanding this program further to include Freshmans and Sophomores. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (2) March 25 1997 6 UNSCHEDULED PUBLICAPPE.4R,4NCE5: Mayor Linda Spiro acknowledged that in compliance with State Law (The Brown Act), citizens wishing to make a comment may do so at this time. 1) Carol Sissa, 172 Fescue Way, reviewed drainage and erosion concerns of their property at 4948 Snyder Lane. She reviewed plans to start a hog farm. Mrs. Sissa expressed concerns regarding their property at 4948 Snyder Lane related to the proposed Keiser Lane planning boundary for Rohnert Park. Councilmember Flores confirmed he had the opportunity to spend an afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Sissa to see the affects of erosion. Councilmember Flores recommended a staff report be provided for Council's review on this item. Council signified agreement. 2) Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, asked for an explanation of the recent notice in the Voice regarding City law suit against residents related to Measure M. He made comparisons with recent City expenditures for the toilet retrofit program and the fire services assessment and expressed disapproval of efforts resulting in citizens paying more taxes. Mayor Spiro stated that the notice in the Voice for Measure M is an administrative act. The City is not suing citizens. She requested the City Attorney to respond more fiiiiy to this inquiry. -- City Attorney Flitner reviewed reasons for a validation hearing because Proposition 218 was adopted at the same time Measure M was passed by the voters in the November 1996 election. He explained that no individual citizen is being sued. Mr. Flitner reviewed legalities involved for the necessity of proceeding in this manner with confirmation of the standard form utilized by the court. Councilmember Reilly stated that he planned to make a report regarding public safety and fire services at a future Council meeting. 3) Lisa Woo Shanks, 5655 Petaluma Hill Road, deferred her comments until discussion of agenda item #20 regarding City planning boundaries. 5) Robert Sissa, 172 Fescue Way, invited interested Councilmembers to inspect the erosion problems at their property on Snyder Lane. He expressed concerns regarding proposed City planning boundaries and requested that the boundary include their property about 1200 ft. north of Keiser. Councilmember Reilly discussed the General Plan Technical Update, the planning boundary line proposal under consideration, the pig farm proposed by the Sissas, and review by the City of proposals in rural surrounding areas. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Linda Spiro asked if anyone had any comments or questions regarding the matters on the Consent Calendar which were explained in the City Manager's Council Meeting Memo. City Manager Netter advised that Resolution No. 97 -63 needed a comment for the record. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (3) March 25, 1997 Mayor Spiro requested Item B regarding acceptance of the Cash/Investments Report be removed from the Consent Calendar for further explanation. Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the meeting's Agenda Resolution Nos: 97 -55 SUPPORTING THE COUNTYWIDE DAY OF NON - VIOLENCE" APRIL 18,1997 97 -56 PROCLAIMING SUNDAY, APRIL 20, 1997 AS "ANNUAL EARTH DAY" 97 -57 AUTHORIZING DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY TO ISSUE SPEEDING CITATIONS AT RANCHO FELIZ MOBILE HOME PARK 97 -58 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR PROGRAM COORDINATION SERVICES FOR ULTRA LOW FLUSH TOILET HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM 97 -59 APPROVING A CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH THE PHILLIPS GROUP FOR PLAN CHECKING SERVICES FOR BUILDING DEPARTMENT OF CITY OF ROHNERT PARK 97 -60 ENDORSING REAUTHORIZATION OF THE INTERMODAL SURFACE TRANSPORTATION EFFICIENCY ACT (ISTEA) 97 -61 AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION WITH THE METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION FOR ALLOCATION OF TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT AND APPLICABLE STATE TRANSIT ASSISTANCE FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997 -98 97 -62 EXTENDING AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE AUDITING SERVICES WITH THE ACCOUNTING FIRM OF MACIAS, GINI & COMPANY LLP Ordinance for Introduction: No. 629 AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT WITH THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIRE- MENT SYSTEM Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez, with the exceptions of acceptance of the Cash/Investments Report and Resolution No. 97 -63, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda, was unanimously approved. ACCEPTANCE OF CASHANVESTMENTS REPORT FOR MONTH END, FEB. 28, 1997 City Manager Netter and Finance Director Harrow responded to Council questions and provided further explanation of this item. Upon motion by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Mayor Spiro, acceptance of the Cash/Investments Report for Month End, February 28, 1997, was unanimously approved. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (4) March 25, 1997 Resolution No: 97 -63 OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT WITH THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIRE- MENT SYSTEM City Manager Netter reviewed this item. He stated that the cost would increase 3.83 %, or approximately $195,000. Upon motion by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 97 -63 was adopted. City Attorney Flitner responded to Mayor Spiro's procedural question on the Consent Calendar. The motion to introduce Ordinance No. 629 would indicate that the reading was waived as long as Council votes unanimously. If the vote is not unanimous, it would be handled differently. ******************************************* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ** 8. Ordinance for adoption: No. 628 AMENDING CHAPTER 9.76 OF TITLE 9 OF THE ROHNERT PARK M'UNIC AL -.1 k%-' aI City Manager Netter explained this item. Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Reilly, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance No. 628 was waived and said ordinance was adopted. 9. PROPOSITION 218 "RIGHT TO VOTE ON TAXES ACT" re. City of Rohnert Park impacts City Manager Netter and Finance Director Harrow reviewed a staff report/evaluation dated March 4, 1997 and responded to Council questions. 10. ROHNERT PARK SALES TAX REVIEW- Decline last two quarters City Manager Netter referred to the staff report deferred from the previous Council meeting. Finance Director Harrow reviewed the staff report and responded to Council questions. -- The Council discussed economic development programs, sales tax revenue projection and business retention. 11. SONOMA COUNTY CRUSHERS re. Rohnert Park Stadium Improvements - Update City Manager Netter referred to a report dated March 4, 1997 from the Sonoma County Crushers which identified capital improvements which need to be completed during the 1997 -98 Crushers season. Representative Bob Fletcher of Sonoma County Crushers reviewed the successful last season and what he anticipates for the upcoming season. He responded to Council questions. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (_5) March 25 1997 12. PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED INDIVIDUALS PROGRAMS /FACILITIES *Council Committee report (Spiro/Reilly) -- Councilmember Reilly reported on the March 20th Committee meeting with City staff and representatives of the physically challenged, as outlined in the Council Meeting Memo. The Committee recommends installation of exterior automatic doors at various City facilities. The City should develop an alternative system for interior doors. -- Mayor Spiro advised that a report will be provided at a Council meeting in the near future regarding innovative cooperative efforts with non -profit agencies to create programs for physically challenged individuals. Resolution No: 97 -64 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR INSTALLATION OF AUTOMATIC DOORS AT VARIOUS CITY FACILITIES City Manager Netter explained the resolution awarding the contract for installation of automatic doors at signified entrances of various City facilities to the lowest, responsible bidder, Architectural Service and Products, Emeryville, California, in the amount of $26,018. Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 97 -64 was waived and said resolution was adopted. 13. MOBILE HOME PARK MATTERS re. Proposal Seismic Safety (main gas shut -off valves) City Attorney Flitner reviewed his memorandum dated March 20, 1997, regarding the best method for recovering the capital cost of a gas line shut off safety device. The city has a mechanism in place to address such issues. He recommended using the capital improvement pass through procedures of Ordinance 494. The Rent Review Board could authorize a temporary increase in rent. City Attorney responded to Council questions. Discussion concluded in Council concurrence to recommend that Park owners proceed in the most expeditious manner and use the capital improvement process through Rent Appeals Board procedures. Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, suggested that there might be assistance through FEMA. 14. CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSIONAPPOINTMENT.• 1) Acceptance of Mark Luca letter resignation -- Councilmember Flores acknowledged that Mark Luca was his nomination. Mr. Flores recommended a letter over the Mayor's signature to Dr. Luca expressing appreciation for his past efforts on the Cultural Arts Commission and accepting his resignation with regrets. Council concurred. 2) Possible appointment to fill above vacancy -two year term to expire 12131198 Councilmember Flores said that he needed to review applications and asked that this item be deferred to the next Council meeting. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (6) March 25, 1997 15. PARKS" AND RECREATION MATTER: *Guidelines for Memorials on City PropertylRoberts Lake Memorial Park City Manager Netter introduced the topic. Recreation Director Pekkain and Commissioner Griffen presented the Parks & Recreation Commission recommendation to establish a general memorial area at Roberts Lake using custom engraved personalized bricks. The memorial would be on the west side of the lake, near the walkway, and north of the Art Roberts memorial. Mr. Pekkain and Mr. Griffen responded to Council questions. Recreation Director Pekkain confirmed that this effort will not make money, establishing that the memorial_ is the prime purpose. Discussion followed. A motion was made by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Reilly, and unanimously approved, directing staff to proceed with the Roberts Lake Memorial Park and Guidelines for Memorials, as recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission, with the addition that individuals honored must have a Rohnert Park connection. A motion was made by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, and unanimously approved, that proceeds from the charge of $50 each for the engraved memorial bricks which exceed actual engraving and installation costs, be signified for the Parks and Recreation Department to enhance the Roberts Lake Memorial area. 16. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTER: File No. 1731 - Creekside Middle School /City of Rohnert Park - prezoning City Manager Netter noted that Ordinance No. 627 was introduced at the February 25, 1997 Council meeting and is now up for final adoption. It would amend Title 17 of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code to prezone the 66.8 + acre Creekside Middle School site. Council reviewed the previous Council meeting actions. Councilmember Reilly asked if these actions complied with all state and local laws. City Attorney Flitner advised that upon further review of Roberts Rules of Order and contrary to his previous comments, the motion for reconsideration should have been brought forth by the minority. Therefore, Council may not reconsider this item. Section 2.08.150 may allow an alternative which would need further research. Councilmember Reilly stated, for the record, that he did not think anyone should have been shocked by his opposition to the motion made at the previous Council meeting for adoption of this ordinance. He had dissented on the introduction signifying his desire for the school use portion of the site to be separated from the undeveloped back parcel. He continually made his position clear throughout past discussions. With this in mind, and with two Councilmembers absent from the meeting, the whole item should have been postponed along with other items deferred for review by the full Council. The action that was taken was the last thing he expected especially when both the City Attorney and the City Manager advised that three Council votes were needed to adopt an ordinance. Councilmember Reilly commented that if he met with the School District to discuss their reasons for wanting to annex the entire parcel, it could influence his interest for reconsideration. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (7) March 25, 1997 Discussion concluded with Council concurrence for Councilmember Reilly to meet with School District Superintendent Jan Heffron to discuss the annexation and for City Attorney Flitner to research further reconsideration possibilities for review at the next Council meeting. 17. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY MATTER: *Ordinance for Introduction: No. 630 AMENDING CHAPTER 9.80 OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE FOR MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS City Manager Netter explained the staff report provided for this ordinance. Upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Reilly, and unanimously approved, with stipulation that client privacy be respected and information be released only to properly authorized law enforcement personnel, reading of Ordinance No. 630 was waived and said ordinance was introduced. 18. CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND CONFERENCES - ResoL No. 81 -204 City Manager Netter referred to Resolution No. 81 -204 which outlines authorized conferences, training sessions, or institutes available to the City Councilmembers without additional attendance approval. This item was scheduled at Council's request. Mayor Spiro confirmed that Councilmembers were authorized to attend conferences of the National League of Cities whether or not the City is a member. Councilmembers expressed differing views regarding attending out -of -state meetings. Councilmember Flores observed that the resolution gives sufficient flexibility to the Council to review areas of interest and make appropriate decisions for individual situations when necessary. RECESS Mayor Linda Spiro declared a recess at approximately 9:07 p.m. RECONVENE Mayor Spiro reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 9:15 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. 19. GENERAL PLAN TECHNICAL UPDATE City Manager Netter introduced the topic and referred to two memorandums from Assistant City Manager Leivo: 1) Possible Urban Limit Line and 2) Proposed Train Stop. Assistant City Manager Leivo reviewed contents therein and responded to Council questions. Councilmembers indicated that there was a need for a transit center in the community; expressed preference for a location at the north end of the City; and shared differing views regarding which side of U. S. Highway 101 would be the most beneficial location. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (8) March 25 1997 20. COUNCIL COMMITTEE COMPROMISE TEAM (Flores Reilly) re. Developing a Planning Study Area for General Plan Technical Update This item was continued from the previous Council meeting pending one more meeting of the Compromise Team for further review of the proposed planning study area. Councilmember Reilly reviewed his Response to Compromise Planning Area faxed earlier to Councilmember Flores (copy attached to original set of these minutes). He responded to recommendations presented by Councilmember Flores at the previous Council meeting. He basically agreed with the majority compromise recommendations to the north and west. The only part he could be in agreement with to the east and south was to include Canon Manor and some kind of partnership with Sonoma State University. He preferred to retain the size of the City at the 40,000 to 50,000 population. He was concerned about the potential of annexations generating extensive housing developments. Councilmember Flores reviewed his report confirming the Compromise Planning Area Positions Recommended to Council and reviewed at the previous Council meeting (copy attached to original set of these minutes). This compromise recommendation represents a reduction of nearly 800 acres in the planning area compared to the previously signified areas west to Stony Point Road and east to Petaluma Road. He stated he was trying to reflect the philosophy of Councilmember Mackenzie and supported a balanced approach on the east side. Mr. Flores reviewed his charge to attempt to reach a compromise in the planning area that would reflect majority and minority perspectives. He urged Council to accept this reduced planning area. Discussion followed. Councilmember Mackenzie recommended holding workshops with City staff, LAFCO, County Planning staff and other interested parties to clarify definitions and procedures, and to review a staged approach. -- City Manager Netter and City Attorney Flitner responded to Council questions regarding Specific Plans procedures. -- Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez expressed disappointment that the Compromise Team was unable to come to an agreement. She pointed out that her position is very clear. She wants to retain the 800 acres. She concluded the compromise proposal was fair and stated that she would like to get some closure on this effort. She also expressed agreement with Councilmember Mackenzie's idea of having a workshop to clarify definitions and procedures. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Mayor Linda Spiro opened public comments at approximately 9:45 p.m. Citizens shared verbal comments and/or reviewed contents of their letters listed on Council Communications, with support expressed for retaining the planning area per City Council Resolution No. 97 -30 adopted January 28, 1997 by citizens listed below. OPPOSITION to the compromise planning area recommendation was signified as follows: 1) Lisa Woo Shanks, 5655 Petaluma Hill Rd., Santa Rosa 2) Van Logan, 2560 West Dry Creek Rd., Healdsburg, as General Partner owning 60 acres on Snyder Lane 3) Cindy Bendelac, 161 Esmeyer Dr., San Rafael as owner of 1500 Baumgardner Lane 4) Karl Gast, 4899 Ponderosa Dr., Santa Rosa 5) Ted Suyeyasa, 40800 Encyclopedia Cr., Fremont Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (9) March 25, 1997 SUPPORT of the compromise planning area recommendation was signified as follows: 1) Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, Rohnert Park There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Spiro closed public comments. Councilmember Flores responded to Mayor Spiro's inquiry that item B of his recom- mendation regarding the 20 year long range urban boundaries could be handled later. Councilmember Flores made a motion, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez, to adopt the compromise planning area as follows: North to existing City Urban Line Limit; Northeast to Keiser Lane, South - Reduction of 460 acres; East extending to Petaluma Hill Road, South to Valley House Drive; Southeast extending to Valley House Drive - Reduction of 160 acres including. Sonoma State University subject to fiscal analysis and their interest; and Canon Manor subject to bringing their infrastructure to City standards at their expense; South to existing Urban Line Limit; Southwest extending to Gossage Channel; West extending to Gossage Channel - Reduction of 140 acres; Northwest, Millbrae to Gossage Channel. Councilmember Reilly asked if there was an interest on the part of the motion maker to split the two areas, the east and west. Councilmember Flores signified his preference for the compromise recommendation in its entirety. -- Councilmember Reilly reiterated his concerns regarding possibility of extensive residential development due to proposed annexations on the east side. -- Councilmember Mackenzie referred to public input received . during this meeting and the previous adoption of Resolution 97 -30. He wanted to proceed with the planning area as it exists because it should encompass the original area for purposes of planning. The process of going to LAFCO is a different matter. There will be ample opportunity for further deliberations. He cannot vote in favor of this compromise proposal as the issue would be better served by having workshops. City Attorney Flitner responded to question by Mayor Spiro during the roll call vote that the prevailing side has the right to call up an item for reconsideration in the future. The above motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak - Martinez, was approved 3 -2 by roll call vote with Councilmember Mackenzie and Councilmember Reilly dissenting. Comments were made for the record as follows: °Mayor Linda Spiro signified her vote in favor of the motion was in the spirit of compromise. *Vice Mayor Vicki Vidak- Martinez stated she wanted the planning area to include the other 800 acres. She absolutely believes government has a responsibility to give as many options as possible. We do not know what is going to happen over the next 20 years. We have to meet the needs of as many as we can. This is truly a compromise vote. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (10) March 25, 199' 21. COUNCIL COAMITTEE REPORTS: 1) City Selection Committee -- Mayor Linda Spiro announced recent appointments of the City Selection Committee as follows: Open Space District - Richard Dorf, City of Sonoma Golden Gate Bridge District - Nancy Read, City of Petaluma 2) Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association Meeting of 3/13/97 re. Youth Summit on Violence - Cable Cast, Wed., April 9, 1997 Mayor Spiro advised that information was distributed on the Youth Summit at the referenced March 13, 1997 meeting. 3) National League of Cities - Congressional Cities Conference -- Mayor Spiro referred to a booklet distributed on electrical restructuring which would be provided to Council. 4) Comments /action items from Joint Meeting with City of Cotati on 3/19/97 Mayor Spiro reviewed the results of this meeting. 5) Youth Summit on Youth Violence Proposal Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez advised that she met recently with Vice Mayor Janet Condron of Santa Rosa who had previously met with others from Santa Rosa and the County. A steering committee is being formed for the purpose of reviewing how to set up the scope and format of the summit. Ms. Vidak - Martinez requested about ten spots on the steering committee for Rohnert Park representatives. The list she provided to Ms. Condron to participate in the April 7th meeting was comprised as follows: Chief Pat Rooney of Rohnert Park Public Safety; Jan Heffron, Superintendent, Cotati- Rohnert Park Unified Schools; Kim Bricker, Student Management, Cotati Rohnert Park Unified Schools; Cecelia Belle, Sonoma County Associates for Youth Development; Robin Bleckwehl, Rohnert Park Chamber of Commerce; Carol Bauer, FYC Division, Sonoma County Human Services; Tom Crawford, Superintendent, Sonoma County Office of Education; Archie Headley, Joint Apprenticeship Program, Operating Engineers Local #3; Betty Arteberry, Indian Health Project; and Mark Kosteilney, Department of Health Services. EXTEND COUNCIL MEETING: A motion by Councilmember Reilly, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, was unanimously approved, to extend the Council meeting past the adjournment time of 10:00 p.m. to finish necessary agenda items. Council discussed a motion to ratify the above list for the Youth Summit on Violence. Mayor Spiro expressed interest that others be included, such as the City's Community Resource Specialist Kathy VanderVennet and a Boys & Girls Club representative. Vice Mayor Vidak- Martinez said that there are about 40 representatives on the steering committee. This is an initial effort and there will be future opportunity for others to become involved. -- City Manager Netter confirmed that the Vice Mayor contacted him prior to recommending the participation of Director of Public Safety Rooney on the steering committee. 5) Senior Citizens Advisory Commission -- Mayor Spiro complimented the successful fundraising efforts of the Seniors. The amount of $6,960.00 was raised from July 1996 through March 11, 1997. She recommended the City Manager obtain a more comprehensive report. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (11) March 25, 1997 22. 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. Councilmember Reilly noted four letters he received from elementary students of Gold Ridge School passed on to him from Teacher Connie Moeslein as follows: Jenny Bushart recommending a bigger bike lane on Snyder Lane; Darren Reab and Matt Cryer recommending no smoking in public places; and Matthew Rubel recommending a vote for more money to make Golis Park bigger. 23. MATTERS FROA11FOR COUNCIL: 1) Sign Ordinance -- Mayor Spiro requested that the Sign Ordinance be reviewed at the next Council meeting. 2) Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) Spring 1997 General Assembly Fri., April 18, 1997, Sheraton Palace Hotel in San Francisco -- Mayor Spiro announced this meeting. Councilmember Mackenzie confirmed he would be able to attend. 3) U. S. Conference of Mayors /Annual Conference of Mayors, June 20 -24, 1997 in San Francisco -- Mayor Spiro announced this conference. 4) Joint Meeting with Rohnert Park/Cotati Unified School District City Manager Netter advised that this meeting needs to be rescheduled due to conflicts for School Board Members. Superintendent Jan Heffron advised the City Manager the School Board recommended holding the meeting on August 19. Councilmembers requested a closer date such as May 20th. 5) Review of Fairway Drive Parking Signs -- Mayor Spiro advised she has been approached by residents expressing concern about parking signs at this location being unenforceable. She requested a staff report on the possibilities of a mechanism, like decals, that could help with enforcement of the parking signs. 6) Girl Scouts Tree Planting Event -- Councilmember Mackenzie complimented the success of this recent event. He recommended a letter of congratulations over the Mayor's signature to Elkanah Ki Daniels, Leader of Girl Scout Troop 596, expressing appreciation for this effort. 7) Home Builders Association meeting, March 20, 1997 -- Mayolem she was invited to speak to the Rohnert Park Governmental Affairs Committee. 8) Magnolia Park/undeveloved area -- Councilmember Flores recommended use of the undeveloped area of Magnolia Park to meet the current need for summer sports fields. Project proposals for that area will probably not be completed for the next 10 years. He suggested funding transfers to accomplish irrigation for the project. Mayor Spiro recommended that the staff report should include a cost evaluation of the project. 9) Park Restrooms -- Councilmember Flores said he received calls from residents regarding sanitary conditions and availability of paper supplies at City Park restrooms and requested staff to check into the matter. 10) Community Outreach for Youth & Families (COYF) Commission Proposal Mayor Spiro requested that the Council consider establishing a formal COW commission at the next Council meeting. 11) Measure M Notice -- Mayor Spiro referred to previous concerns expressed regarding this recent notice in the local press. She advised that the notice was a court approved form for the administrative procedure. 12) Scottish Porridge Oats -- Councilmember Mackenzie presented this gift to the Mayor from his recent vacation trip. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (12) March 25 1997 24. CITYMAAACER'S REPORT.- 1) Results of 97 -98 CDBG recommendations -- City Manager Netter reviewed this report, provided by Assistant City Manager Leivo, signifying success in obtaining funds for the Rohnert Park Teen Center in the amount of $196,000 and $45,000 for the Burbank Housing predevelopment site search. 2) Proposed Workshops - -City Manager Netter advised that this item would be deferred. Councilmember Mackenzie requested that a Land Use Planning workshop be added to the list. 3) Policy on invitations to City events -- City Manager Netter reviewed recent Council concerns expressed on this item. -- Discussion concluded in motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Mackenzie, and unanimously approved, to invite all Council Members in-perpetuity to designated City events. 4) Water Conservation - Residential Single Family Homes water meters City Manager Netter briefly discussed this item and offered to prepare a report on current business practices, if Council desires. Council concurred. 5) City Manager vacation -- City Manager Netter announced his vacation plans from March 28 - April 4, 1997. 6) City Council Strategic Planning Meeting 2, Thrs., March 27, 1997, 3:00 -6:00 p.m. City Manager Netter distributed this meeting agenda to Council provided by Rick Brown of T he Results Group. 25. CITYATTORNEY'S REPORT.• 1) Any items from closed session -- City Attorney Flitner acknowledged sufficiency of the Mayor's Report on the closed session. 2) Alternatives for Valley Village road repairs -- City Attorney Flitner reviewed his memorandum of March 20, 1997 provided to Council for this item. -- Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Councilmember Reilly, and unanimously approved, directing City Attorney to proceed with having the State investigate the roads at Valley Village Mobile Home Park. 26. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES. Mayor Linda Spiro asked if there were any additional unscheduled public appearances at this time. 1) Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, requested a copy of the above - referenced City Manager's report on Water Conservation/water meters, when available. 27. ADJOURNMENT. 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