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1995/11/14 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes November 14, 1995 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 Eck presiding. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Eck called the regular session to order at approximately 6:55 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. CLOSED SESSION.- Mayor Eck advised that a closed session commenced this evening at 6:00 to discuss litigation matters, personnel matters and real estate negotiations as listed on the agenda attachment. ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1. Local Election Mayor Eck advised he would not be seeking re- election to the City Council in 1996 and wanted to provide this information to Council before reading it in the press. 2. Live Broadcast The Mayor also advised that tonight's Council meeting was being broadcast live for the first time on Channel S. He reminded the public and the Council of the importance of speaking directly into microphones in order to be heard by the television viewing audience. MOMENT OF SILENCE: A moment of silence was held for the recent loss of I. Rabin, the Prime Minister of Israel, in honor of his contribution to the world. ROLL CALL Present: (5) Councilmembers Flores, Gallagher, Reilly, Spiro and Mayor Eck Absent: (0) None Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney Flitner, Assistant City Manager Leivo and Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, with abstentions due to absence from all three meetings by Vice Mayor Spiro and from October 27th meeting by Councilman Reilly, the minutes of October 16, 24 and 27, 1995 were unanimously approved as submitted. APPROVAL OF BILLS: City Manager Netter responded to Council questions related to the bills presented for approval. Upon motion by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Reilly, City bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $1,130,978.66 were unanimously approved. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 2 ) November 14, 1995 NON A(;ENDAED MATTERS: Mayor Eck asked if Councilmembers had any non- agendaed items to add to the agenda. No one responded. SCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES. 1. D.A.R.E. Program - RPPOA Presentation -- Mayor Eck advised the Rohnert Park Police Officer's Association ( RPPOA) made a financial contribution to the D.A.R.E. Program. RPPOA representatives notified the Mayor prior to the Council meeting that it was not necessary for them to make an appearance for this presentation. Mayor Eck recommended an appropriate letter from the Council expressing appre- ciation for the contribution. Council concurred. 2. Copeland Creek Habitat Restoration Proposal - Presentation -- Chris Peterson of Rancho Cotate High School referenced informational material provided to Council and introduced students of the Biology & Beyond Class for this item. Students Shawn Amaro, Emily Strohecker and Steven Brown gave a slide presentation on this proposal and responded to Council questions. As part of Sonoma State University students developing a group called "Friends of Copeland Creek", the SSU group assisted RCHS in forming a partnership for its own habitat restoration plan for the section of Copeland Creek bordering the high school and down stream from SSU. They have received a second year $350 grant funding from State Regional Water Quality Control Board and, for initial efforts, would like to request a minimum donation of $300 from both the City of Rohnert Park and the Cotati - Rohnert Park Unified School District. Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, a contribution of $350.00 for the above - reviewed project, with friendly amendment by Mayor Eck to relay the message of the development of this effort to Sonoma County Water Agency which has signified from previous contact that, if volunteers were supplied, they would help with providing the dirt for landscaping material, was unanimously approved. 3. Sonoma County Adult Literacy Program - Presentation -- Donna Champion, Director of the Sonoma County Adult Literacy Program, reviewed details of their fundraising project and responded to Council questions. She distributed informational material and invited Council to participate in the Trivia Challenge fund- raiser beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 25, 1996 at the St. Rose Center in Santa Rosa. 4. Wanda Nations, 4522 Fairway Dr., reviewed concerns related to efforts to sell her home and the adverse effect of declining property values on Rohnert Park homes because of the recent housing construction defect issue.. Ms. Nations responded to Mayor Eck's request that a copy of her comments would be provided to Council. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 3 ) November 14, 1995 5. Beth Robertson, Director of Sonoma County Realtors Association, speaking on behalf of this organization as well as the Rohnert Park/Cotati Board of Realtors' branch of the Sonoma County Association of Realtors. She advised that after November 6, in order to regionalize efforts, the Sonoma County Association of Realtors has joined efforts to be part of the larger regional association known a NORBART. She confirmed comments of the previous speaker and shared examples from her own experience. She reviewed related factors that have resulted in the adverse effect of property devaluation for Rohnert Park. The State Licensing Board is the agency appointed to deal with construction defects. It has the agency power and charter to do so, with a $300 minimum cost and a toll free number. If their contact with the builder brings insufficient results, there are a number of legal aid agencies qualified to proceed with the concerns. The City Council is not prepared to handle such complaints and is not the agency to do so. The damage to the market is already done but the Council does not have to continue spending the funds for further inspections. Therefore, the Realtors Board Agencies respectfully ask the Council not to continue with these inspections and let the State Board do its work. Mayor Eck reviewed background of this effort which he thought was initially for the intention of improving future inspection procedures. Instead it has resulted in not solving any problems and taken ten steps backwards. The Council is not the agency to settle these disputes which could result in civil litigations, as previously stated by the City Attorney. As it is, the initial problem of 33 homes has been turned into a much larger issue. The Mayor shared the example of opting to make various repairs on his home when it was placed on the market versus disclosure. Mayor Eck concluded that he still thought the inspection report was worthwhile and Council still needed to review it, however, the role of Council would be to refer residents to the State Contractors Licensing Board and other proper legal channels for their construction concerns. Councilman Reilly reported the new inspection procedures were previously distributed to Council and already in place. The Council Committee was established only to quantify and qualify the complaints. This report was scheduled later on this agenda. Councilman Flores said the appropriate resources should be made available to the public. The Council is not an appropriate avenue to provide assistance but can address the concerns and direct people in an appropriate manner. Councilwoman Gallagher said many people have quit calling the builder because it was less painful than being treated badly by their office. Phil Trowbridge, representative for Condiotti Enterprises, was acknowledged in the audience and responded to Council invitation to comment that he would not do so at this time, but maybe at the appropriate time. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 4 ) November 14,1995 UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES. Mayor Eck 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. Michael K. Ross, 1364 Mattice Lane, reviewed construction defects related to his property and said M enorts to communicate with the builder have not been successful. Kelly and Tim Townsend, 1367 Mattice Lane, expressed appreciation to Council for including their home on the inspection list. They reviewed additional construction problems of which they were not previously aware and were revealed by the inspection. They questioned the thoroughness of the initial inspection of their seven year old home. Linda Branscomb, 6585 Commerce Blvd., reviewed reasons for believing it is the Council's job, though not financially responsible, to look into concerns of the City, including these construction problems. Keith Hallock asked if the Construction Committee Report would be brought up later. Councilman Reilly responded he would repeat the report at the signified time on the agenda. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Eck asked if Councilmembers had any questions regarding the matters on the Consent Calendar as explained in the City Manager's Council Meeting Memo. Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the agenda. Resolution Nos: 95 -172 OPPOSING THE STATE INITIATIVE BALLOT MEASURE TITLED "Tim MOBILEHOME FAIRNESS AND RENTAL ASSISTANCE ACT" 95 -173 OUTLINING POLICY CONCERNING USE OF FEES DEPOSITED IN CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND 95 -174 AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR RE- ROOFING COMMUNITY CENTER 95 -175 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS FOR INFLUENT SEWAGE GRINDER 95 -176 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, ADRIAN DRIVE UNDERGROUND UTILITY CONVERSION, PROJECT NO. 1994-1 Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 5) November 14, 1995 Resolution Nos: 95 -177 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, ROHNERT PARK EXPRESSWAY TRAFFIC SIGNAL INTERCONNECT, PROJECT NO. 1991 -4 95 -178 AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AGREEMENT WITH SONOMA COUNTY WATER AGENCY FOR DRAINAGE REVIEW SERVICES Ordinance for adoption: No. 609 AMENDING THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 15, SECTION 15.40.020 (CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND FEES ADJUSTMENT FOR INCREASE IN COST OF CONSTRUCTION INDEX) Upon motion by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, seconded by Councilman Reilly, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda, was unanimously approved. Ordinance for introduction: No. 610 AMENDING CHAPTER 5.20.104 OF CHAPTER 5.20 OF TITLE 5 OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROVIDE FOR THE LICENSING OF TAXI CAB DRIVERS OR OTHER DRIVERS OF PUBLIC CONVEYANCE WITHIN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK City Manager Netter explained the ordinance for introduction and responded to Council questions. Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance No. 610 was waived and said ordinance was introduced. PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC - 3rd Quarter Outage Report -- David LaFever, P. G. & E. repre- sentative, explained this report and responded to Council questions. HOSPITAL SITE PROPOSAL -- City Manager Netter explained this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. A public hearing was scheduled for this item at the previous Council meeting and continued to this meeting to enable Vice Mayor Linda Spiro's participation in the discussion. She was instrumental in this effort and was out of town on vacation during the previous Council meeting. Council Committee Member /Vice Mayor Spiro expressed agreement with changes in the 8th draft of the agreement for this item as outlined in letter from City Attorney Flitner dated October 17, 1995. She referenced an extensive recent news article regarding the lack of a trauma center in Sonoma County and did not think there was any question that this facility, the Rohnert Park Wellness Center (RPWC), could fill a very large need in the community. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 6 ) November 14, 1995 HOSPITAL SITE PROPOSAL (cont'd) PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Eck continued the public hearing at approximately 7:59 p.m. Bob Niklewizc of Rohnert Park Wellness Center, responding to Council invitation, reviewed the RPWC proposal which responds to concerns expressed and was prepared to address the needs of this community. There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Eck closed the public hearing at approximately 9:02 p.m. Resolution No. 95 -179 AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN OPTION AGREEMENT TO LEASE CITY PROPERTY WITH RPWC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY CORPORATION (RE. HOSPITAL SITE) Upon motion by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 95 -179 was waived and said resolution was adopted. BUILDING /CONSTRUCTION REVIEW COMMITTEE (Reilly /Gallagher) -- City Manager Netter said the report from Morton/Phillips Company was not yet completed. Mr. Phillips advised the City Manager that the inspection report for the sampling of homes was about half done and he did not want to release it without completion including the findings to ensure correct interpretation. City Manager Netter also signified he would like to inquire of Council Committee Member Gallagher if there was to be a direction change in the focus of this Committee as it will be necessary for the full Council to direct staff accordingly. If so, there should be a recommendation given and voted upon. Councilwoman Gallagher referenced the inspection report anticipated to come back to the Committee when completed and will be provided to Council. She expressed concern about the editing of the report by someone who was not involved in the inspections and the discrepancies regarding initial inspections of the `80's when the City Engineer previously signified the construction was being done so fast they could not inspect them all compared to the recent response that they did fifty inspections a day. Councilman Reilly repeated the Committee report given earlier during this meeting signifying the unanimous direction of the full Council for the purpose of the Committee which was to quantify and qualify the construction complaints. Councilman Reilly said he was in favor of not being on the Committee if the Council does not want to finish the job but, even though some money may be saved if the effort is stopped now, he thought they should finish the job and review the inspection reports.Again,the report is strictly to quantify and qualify the complaints. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 7 ) November 14, 1995 Discussion proceeded involving varied Council opinions on whether or not this Council Committee should be disbanded, concerns related to staff criticism with confidence in staff competency signified by the majority of the Council, and request by Vice Mayor Spiro for the City Attorney to provide a report on libel conditions at the next Council meeting. Additional comments included Councilman Flores expressing the need to look at realism when people buy homes with the opportunity to take advantage of the free enterprise market at reduced prices, and the unreason- ableness of believing that every phase of any construction effort can be personally inspected by city staff as that would require private resources to accomplish such a job. Councilwoman Gallagher said one of the things that should certainly come out of this effort would be to recognize specified partnerships and numerous construction problems that have existed for nearly 17 years. City Manager Netter asked Council to make it very clear if there is to be any change in procedure. RECESS Mayor Eck declared a recess at approximately 8:15 p.m. RECONVENE Mayor Eck reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 8:25 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. BUILDING /CONSTRUCTION REVIEW (cont'd) -- Council Committee Member Reilly referenced question raised before the recess as to whether the Council wants the Committee to review the inspection report prior to distribution to Council because of standard procedures for committees to do so, or disband the Committee. New inspection procedures were previously distributed and are being done. Discussion continued with varied Council opinions on this matter and the purpose and procedure of grand juries including comment by Councilwoman Gallagher that this thing has a life of its own with the Grand Jury and State Legislatures (specifically, Jackie Speier) working on it. Councilman Flores addressed the purpose of grand juries which is to observe municipal governments for both cities and counties, and to review problems and make recommendations for solving problems. People use it continually as a method of getting attention in the negative and it needs to be considered in positive terms of getting solutions. If the intention is that the Council is supposed to be intimidated, it needs to be clarified that the grand jury procedure is not a negative aspect and Council is not intimidated but is reliable and not going to lay back or not handle its responsibilities. It's part of what makes our country great. Mayor Eck recalled being on another committee that did not make progress toward agreement and compared this item. It seems the Committee report is not going to be particularly useful so he will have to form his own judgment, but Council is supposed to listen to debates and opposite debates. If the Committee chooses not to meet further, it is their choice. City Manager Netter cautioned Council on the possibility of lawsuits and grand jury investigations urging not to get too involved and leave the matter to the homeowners and specific builder (a civil matter). Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 8 ) November 14, 1995 Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilwoman Spiro, seconded by Councilman Flores, for the construction inspection report to come before the Council for its review but to disband the Council Committee, for this item, was approved by the following vote: AYES: (2) Councilmembers Flores and Spiro NOES: (1) Mayor Eck, as he thought the Committee should preview the inspection report ABSTAIN: (2) Councilmembers Gallagher and Reilly RECESS Mayor Eck declared a recess at approximately 8:36 p.m. in order to convene the Community Development Commission meeting scheduled on the agenda. RECONVENE Mayor Eck reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 8:46 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. FIRE SERVICES /Funding options and time line -- City Manager Netter referenced staff report provided to Council, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, providing details for both the Benefit Assessment procedures and the Special Tax procedures. Assistant City Manager Leivo reviewed contents of staff report via slide presentation. Staff's recommendation is to proceed with the Benefit Assessment procedure, hire a consultant to begin the process in December 1995 in order for new revenues to be received in January 1997. City Manager Netter and Assistant City Manager Leivo responded to Council questions. A motion was made by Councilman Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, to proceed with the Benefit Assessment District, and withdrawn during discussion in order to schedule a Work Session for further review of the Fire Services funding options on Wednesday, November 22nd, 1995 at 7:30 a.m. at the City Offices. PARKS AND RECREATION MATTER: Status of Swimming Pool Committee -- City Manager Netter advised this status report was requested by Councilman Reilly. Mr. Netter referenced background information provided to Council, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, confirming the previous recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission to retain a consultant to proceed with a feasibility study for a community swim center. At its meeting of April 25, 1995, the Council referred this item to the 1995 -96 budget reviews, but due to other pressing issues during those reviews, Council inadvertently did not discuss the swimming pool item. Discussion concluded with Council concurrence of recommendation for the Parks and Recreation Sub - Committee to proceed with working on ideas and options for a community swim center with emphasis on how it could be funded. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 9 ) November 14, 1995 MOBILE HOME PARK MATTERS: L Appointment to fill vacancy left by Michael D. Bethke resignation from Rent Appeals Board with Term to expire December 31,1995 -- Vice Mayor Spiro referenced Fact Sheet application provided to Council and introduced Jenny Huff as her nomination for this opening. Council concurred, unanimously approving this appointment. 2. City Attorney report on Rent Appeals Board response to Five Parks Committee letter requesting Ordinance 494 amendments -- City Attorney Flitner reported it was premature for Council action on this item. The Rent Appeals Board is in the review process and may have a recommendation to Council at its meeting of December 12, 1995. BICYCLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE MATTER: 1. Accepting resignation of Vernon Schuck from the Bicycle Advisory Committee with term to expire on December 31, 1996 -- Upon motion by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Mayor Eck, and unanimously approved, this resignation referenced herein was accepted with direction for letter expressing regrets over the Mayor's signature. 2. Possible appointment to fill above vacancy -- Councilwoman Gallagher requested publication of a notice for this opening with responses to be considered for her nomination at the next Council meeting. SISTER CITY(S) RELATIONS COMMITTEE MATTER: 1. Accepting resignations of David Santori and Pamela Santori with both terms to expire on December 31, 1995 (Appointments at large) -- Upon motion by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and unanimously approved, these resignations referenced herein were accepted with direction for letters expressing regrets over the Mayor's signature. EMPIRE WASTE MANAGEMENT re CPI disposal rate adjustment -- City Manager Netter advised this item has been scheduled for a formal public hearing at the next Council meeting. The reports have been provided to Council for its review and information prior to the public hearing and to provide an opportunity for staff to respond to Council questions regarding this matter. COMMISSIONICOMMITTEEIBOARD TERMS - Review list of expiring terms -- City Manager Netter referenced list of terms scheduled to expire December 31 st, 1995 provided to Council for its review and information. Councilmembers each signified intent to re- nominate these appointments. City Manager confirmed this item would be placed on the next Council agenda for formal Council action. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 10 ) November 14, 1995 COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: 1. Creekside Middle School annexation request (Gallagher/Interim Flores) -- Councilman Flores, as Interim City /School District Sub - Committee Member, referenced outline provided to Council of November 8, 1995 Committee Meeting which focused on this annexation request, also as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. The School District prefers annexation of the entire parcel versus a lot split. Discussion included varied Council opinions on this item, as signified during previous meeting discussions, and proceeded to consideration of other compromising possibilities. Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilman Reilly, for Council's position to be reflected by Mayor Eck's comments for the Council to formally act making the proposal of annexation if the parcel is divided with the back half of the referenced school property to be considered as part of the normal General Plan process with no additional advantages not offered to others, and including, in the interim, working on the public safety agreement with the Sheriffs Department, was unanimously approved. 2. Golf Course Committee (Spiro /Gallagher) -- Vice Mayor Linda Spiro reported on presentation of the new management structure presentation by the Golf Course Management of David Pillsbury and Dan Ross at the recent Golf Course Committee meeting held on Tuesday, November 7th, 1995. Those attending the meeting felt it was a good presentation for the proposed thirty, sixty, ninety day plan for extensive improvements at the golf course and were encouraged by the new management. Another meeting has been tentatively set for 60 days, sometime in January of 1996. TRANSPORTATION MATTERS: 1. Draft 1995 Update of Sonoma County Congestion Management Plan (CMP) for Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) PUBLIC HEARING, 3:30 p.m., Mon., Dec. 18, 1995 at 2555 Ventura Ave., Santa Rosa -- City Manager Netter advised this item was provided for Council's information. Mayor Eck reported the state has basically removed a lot of jurisdiction and local jurisdiction is strongly encouraged. The state has decided PRO's are no longer going to happen so volunteers are encouraged to step forward. 2. SCTA meeting of November 6, 1995 -- Mayor Eck referenced results signified on this meeting agenda provided for Council's information. SONOMA COUNTY SUBREGION ISSUES AND POLICIES (Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association action of Nov 9, 1995 meeting) -- Due to extensiveness of this item, Council concurred to schedule a separate work session to enable more adequate time for review on Tuesday, November 28, 1995, 8:30 a.m., at City Hall. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 11 ) November 14, 1995 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. Mayor Eck referenced Communications item #42 from Senator Milton Marks urging Council to submit ideas for priorities for the 1996 legislative session. The Mayor said a responding recommendation to Senator Marks would be to get to work on Caltrans regarding highway interchange improvements. Council agreed. EXTEND COUNCIL MEETING: A motion was made by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, to extend the Council meeting beyond the 10:00 p.m. adjournment time to sufficiently complete agenda items. . MATTERS FROM/FOR COUNCIL: 1. Status of F.B.I. Investigation -- Mayor Eck reviewed contents of his memo dated November 13, 1995 provided to Council referencing allegations in a tape of the Alan Stock radio show played by Keith Hallock at a recent Council meeting. The Mayor explained the draft letters included in his memo request a report on the status of the FBI investigation be issued, and further request at some point, if charges are to be made, that full and complete disclosure of all charges being considered be given to the public. The current lack of information only fuels rumors, innuendoes, and false accusations. He recommended sending the four letters as drafted, with a tape of the Alan Stock show for October 10, 1995 enclosed, to Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey, District Attorney Mike Mullins, Sheriff Mark Ihde, and the Regional Director of the FBI. Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, and unanimously approved, to write the above - reviewed letters over the Mayor's signature, as recommended by Mayor Eck. 2. Selection of Council Officers (Mayor & Vice Mayor) -- Mayor Eck referred to his memo provided to Council for this item to be considered in order for a smooth transition to be made at the December 5, 1995 Special City Council meeting for changing of Council officers. Councilman Flores shared contents of his recommendations provided to Council that he thought would establish a respectful and responsible manner for the Mayor and Vice Mayor rotation. Discussion included differing Council opinions on the logic of the rotation recommendations. Council agreed with Vice Mayor Spiro's recommendation to place selection of the Council Officers on the next agenda to allow proper preparation time for the December 5 Special City Council meeting for changing of Council Officers. 3. City of Redding regarding local economics /development -- Vice Mayor Linda Spiro referenced this report provided to Council for its information. She passed it on to the Chamber of Commerce and thought it represented some good ideas. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 12 ) November 14, 1995 4. Agenda Format for Unscheduled Public Appearances -- Mayor Eck acknowledged placement of this item on the agenda. He recommended moving the ministerial acts prior to unscheduled public appearances as a courtesy to citizens present for specified agenda items and have the unscheduled appearances, not to exceed five minutes each, prior to the more extensive Council items on the agenda. This would allow the Council to honor the scheduled times for the scheduled agenda items. 5. Parks & Recreation Commission regarding joint dinner meeting -- City Manager Netter referenced letter from the Parks & Recreation Commission requesting a joint dinner meeting with the City Council and reviewed the suggested dates listed on the agenda. Council concurred to Monday, February 5, 1996. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT.• 1. Department of Public Safety recruitment report -- City Manager Netter referenced this report provided to Council from the Personnel Department explaining recruitment procedures for all City Departments ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants, and responded to Council questions. 2. PAL Bingo licensing renewal -- City Manager Netter referred to background communications provided to Council on this item, as well as responding letter from PAL dated November 8, 1995, agreeing to audit procedures for the bingo license renewal. City Manager responded to Council questions and recommended an extension of the current bingo license through December to enable the process. A motion was made by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Reilly, extending the PAL bingo license through December 1995, as recommended by the City Manager, was unanimously approved. 3. City Annual Appreciation Affair, Friday evening, January 19, 1996 -- City Manager Netter announced the scheduling of this annual event. 4. Golf Cards to Sports Center -- City Manager Netter advised with the retirement of Norma Adams, Receptionist at City Hall, at the end of November 1995, the City's Resident /Golf Cards would be handled at the Sports Center. He responded to Council questions related to provisions the cards provide to residents including a reduction of fees at City facilities. Mr. Netter also advised an employee farewell luncheon has been planned for Norma Adams from 11:00 a.m. to 1 :00 p.m. on November 27 and that a retirement dinner is being considered in February at the Community Center. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 13 ) November 14, 1995 5. Thanksgiving dinner by T's Academy, Rev. Tharpe -- City Manager Netter referred to Council's recent waiver of fees for use of the Burton Avenue Recreation Center for this annual event. The $500 contribution the Council usually approves for this occasion was not considered or approved at the time. Due to the short time frame, City Manager recommended declaring an emergency item and considering the contribu- tion at this time. Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, and unanimously approved, an emergency item was declared for consideration of a contribution to T's Academy for the Thanksgiving dinner. Upon motion by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Reilly, to contribute $500 to T's Academy for the annual Thanksgiving dinner, was unanimously approved. CITYATTORNEY'S REPORT.• 1. Items from closed session - -City Attorney Flitner advised the Hillsboro case has been set for Nov- ember 16, 1995, afterwhich, he would proceed with efforts to recover legal costs. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: Mayor Eck asked if there were any additional unscheduled public appearances at this time. Keith Hallock, Snyder Lane, Santa Rosa, expressed construction concerns related to houses built in the G & H sections of Rohnert Park. ADJOURNMENT. • Mayor Eck adjourned the meeting at approximately 10:35 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 22nd, 1995 at the City Offices for a work session to review Fire Services /funding options. ;C" Dep C' Cle k Mayor jh