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1995/11/28 City Council MinutesRohnert dark City Council Minutes November 28, 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 6:15 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: (4) Councilmembers Flores, Gallagher, Spiro and Mayor Eck Late: (1) Councilman Reilly (arrived late as signified in these minutes) 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. CLOSED SESSION. • Mayor Eck advised that a closed session commenced this evening at 6:00 to discuss litigation matters and personnel matters as listed on the agenda attachment. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, with absence of Councilman Reilly, minutes of November 14, 1995, were unanimously approved as submitted. APPROVAL OF BILLS: Upon motion by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, seconded by Councilman Flores, with absence of Councilman Reilly, City bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $662,286.88 were unanimously approved. NON- AGENDAED MATTERS: Mayor Eck asked if Councilmembers or staff had any non - agendaed items to add to the agenda. Councilman Flores signified a Community School Committee report, Vice Mayor Linda Spiro signified a Senior Advisory Committee meeting report, and City Manager Netter signified an information item under City Manager's report. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 2 ) November 28, 1995 SCHEDULED PUBLICAPPEARANCE: Sabrina Snider, 1373 Marigold Place, referenced her written comments with related attachment distributed to Council regarding the need for physical fitness facilities and activities for the handicapped at the City's Community Center. She shared contents therein and responded to Council questions. Discussion included Council concurrence for the formation of a Parks and Recreation sub - committee to meet and discuss handicapped provisions at City P_ •L -�7__ _tr .,•� •• law hies, sigrnrying Councilwoman Gallagher as liaison. Mayor Eck explained the structure of sub - committees that bring in members from the community familiar with the specified issue to participate in the discussions and recommendations. Council recommended Ms. Snider's participation in the meetings of this sub- committee with efforts toward a sub - committee meeting within the next week. Marie E. White, 7853 Beverly, shared concerns related to this matter and asked to be notified of the meetings reviewing facility provisions for the disabled. David Mori, 1289 Camino Coronado, expressed objections related to the treatment of handicapped individuals, such as his wife and Ms. Snider, who deserve equal rights. Mr. Mori also thought there should be more handicapped spaces signified in the parking lot at City Hall. He said he would like to be on the committee to participate in the review of handicapped facility provisions. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Eck asked if Councilmembers had any questions regarding the matters on the Consent Calendar which were explained in the City Manager's Council Meeting Memo. Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the agenda. Resolution Nos: 95 -180 COMMENDING NORMA ADAMS ON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT AND NAMING HER "HONORARY CITIZEN" OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK 95 -181 SUPPORTING THE STATEWIDE RECYCLING INITIATIVE FOR THE NOVEMBER 1996 BALLOT 95 -182 APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING QUIT CLAIM DEED FOR EXCESS RIGHT OF WAY, WILLIS AVENUE (PARCEL MAP NO. 157) 95 -183 DESIGNATING, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS (ON CAMINO COLEGIO AT MAGNOLIA AVENUE) Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 3 ) November 28, 1995 Ordinance for Adoption: 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 Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, with Councilman Reilly absent and with emphasis on installation of stop signs signified by Resolution No. 95 -183, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda, was unanimously approved. COMMISSIONICOMMITTEEIBOARD APPOINTMENTS for terms expiring December 31, 1995 1. Senior Citizens Advisory Commission - Two Year Terms Ann Kennedy -- Mayor Eck signified his nomination of Ann Kennedy for re- appointment for a two year term to expire December 31, 1997. Council unanimously concurred. Herb Lyons -- Vice Mayor Spiro signified her nomination of Herb Lyons for re- appointment for a two year term to expire December 31, 1997. Council unanimously concurred. 2. Mobile Home Parks Rent Appeals Board - Two Year Terms Jenny Huff -- Vice Mayor Spiro signified her nomination of Jenny Huff for re- appointment for a two year term to expire December 31, 1997. Council unanimously concurred. Katherine "Kitty" Collins -- Councilwoman Gallagher signified her nomination of Katherine Collins for re- appointment for a two year term to expire December 31, 1997. Council unanimously concurred. Terriann McGowan (Councilman Reilly's nomination) -- City Manager Netter advised that he has been informed that Terriann McGowan no longer desires to be on the Board, but she would continue until a replacement is selected. The opening will be published and placed on the next agenda for possible appointment. Council unanimously concurred to accept the resignation of Terriann McGowan and to send the appropriated letter expressing regrets. 3. Sister City(s) Relations Committee - Two Year Terms - At Large Appointments Upon motion by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, seconded by Councilman Flores, the re- appointments of (1) Gordon Adam, (2) Carol Grubler, (3) Susan Harrow, (4) Miho Kite, and (5) Julie Yonemura for two year terms to expire December 31, 1997, were unanimously, individually and consecutively approved at large. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (4) November 28, 1995 BICYCLE ADVISORY COMMIT'T'EE MAT'T'ER: Possible appointment to fill vacancy left by resignation of Vernon Schuck - Term to expire on December 31, 1996 (Councilwoman Gallagher's nomination) -- Councilwoman Gallagher advised there have been no applications received to date for this opening. City Manager Netter confirmed this item would be re- advertised and placed on the next Council meeting agenda for possible appointment. 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. Keith Hallock, Snyder Lane, Santa Rosa, updated Council on his unsuccessful efforts to obtain the FBI report in response to request presented at the previous Council meeting. Mr. Hallock reviewed response he received today from Mark Jacobson and provided it to Council. Michael A. Fiumara, Attorney, Santa Rosa, referred to Rohnert Park's City Attorney calling into question certain statements by Attorney Fiumara in a recent Sonoma Business Magazine article. Attorney Fiumara did not agree that his comments regarding taking on corporations and developers in a complicated lawsuit, etc. were either libelous or privileged in litigation. Mr. Fiumara reviewed his reasons which included he is no longer the attorney in record on the referenced lawsuit. Also, this is a Federal District /public record case which is read about in the newspaper and the Grand Jury report, and does concern matters of public interest. He had no malice or ill feelings when making the comments. He wanted Council to know this approach is unacceptable and the City Attorney cannot represent this matter both privately and as a public official. City Attorney Flitner said he wrote the Sonoma Business Magazine a letter on his private firm letterhead with objections to the referenced article. He sent a copy to Attorney Fiumara and would provide a copy to Council. Mr. Flitner said he took offense and objected to such labeling of City officials and corporations denied confidential litigations, and did not think this Council or staff has to take this abuse. Discussion included differing opinions expressed by Council and concluded in Mayor Eck stating he could understand why both people are miffed and he hoped both attorneys could get together and resolve differences. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 5 ) November 28, 1995 Construction/Building concerns -- Residents reviewed construction concerns related to their homes and presented inquiries pertaining to responsibility factors as follows: John Gladson, 1397 Marigold Place Ronnie Olson, 1356 Magnolia Avenue Terry Stark, 1386 Magnolia Discussion included Council confirmation that Realtors did not stop efforts of the Council Committee on this matter but it was a two to one vote of the Council with the two Council Committee Members abstaining. This item is scheduled later on the agenda for review, including consideration of a policy resolution that will direct homeowners with construction concerns to the State Licensing Board, which is the appropriate agency for handling. SELECTION OF COUNCIL OFFICERS (MAYOR AND VICE MAYOR) - Consideration of procedure change - Vice Mayor Linda Spiro made a statement in the spirit of compromise and cooperation to withdraw her name as a possible candidate for Mayor. She made a motion to nominate Councilman Flores as a compromise candidate for Mayor. Mayor Eck and Councilwoman Gallagher expressed the desire to wait until Councilman Reilly arrived before proceeding with the motion, with Mayor Eck signifying he would like to nominate Councilman Reilly if he was interested in reconsidering his previous comment of not having time. Councilwoman Gallagher said she would not have time to be Mayor and also withdrew her name as a possible candidate for Mayor. Councilman Flores seconded the above motion agreeing with recommendation to wait until Councilman Reilly returns for action. Mr. Flores explained that politically, by making the second, it would take him out of consideration for Mayor for another three years and cover the issue of advantage related to elections. Council agreed to defer this item to the arrival of Councilman Reilly EMPIRE WASTE MANAGEMENT REE, CPI DISPOSAL RATE ADJUSTMENT City Manager Netter explained the staff report on this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. Mr. Netter responded to Council questions and advised a public hearing was duly noticed and scheduled at this time. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Eck opened the public hearing at approximately 7:00 p.m. Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, inquired about no recycling rebates to citizens as initially considered. Mr. Kitchen said if this is justified through staff's evaluation of the figures, then he would support the increase in rates. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 6 ) November 28, 1995 City Manager Netter referred to extensive efforts by himself and Finance Director Harrow regarding review and validation of the cost factors, confirming justification of the figures. Maureen Middlebrook, Division Manager of Empire Waste Management, further explained factors related to recycling efforts including confirmation that the residential recycling program does not pay for itself and still needs to be subsidized. Ms. Middlebrook responded to Council questions related to this item. She confirmed recycling r.. information is always provided to new customers and arrangements could be made to place recycling reminders in the billings. There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Eck closed the public hearing at approximately 7:07 p.m. Resolution No: 95 -184 SETTING SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL AND RUBBISH OR REFUSE COLLECTION RATES Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, with Councilwoman Gallagher dissenting and Councilman Reilly absent, reading of Resolution No. 95 -184 was waived and said resolution was adopted. PRESENTATION OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 1995 by External Auditors Macias & Company 1. Presentation of reports -- City Manager Netter referenced the reports for this item as listed on the agenda and reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. Finance Director Harrow introduced Ernie Gini of Macias & Company, who reviewed details of the reports and responded to Council questions. Finance Director Harrow responded to Council question that his response to the Management letter would be provided to Council at the first Council meeting in January. Upon motion by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved with Councilman Reilly absent, the reports presented by external auditors Macias & Company were formally received and accepted. 2. Submittal for Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting 94 -95 for State & National Awards -- City Manager Netter explained this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting memo, and responded to Council questions. The City has received these prestigious awards for the past 13 consecutive years. Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, with Councilman Reilly absent, submittal of above - reviewed application with $415.00 review fee, was unanimously approved. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 7 ) November 28, 1995 PARKS AND RECREATION MATTERS: 1. Recreation Facility Priorities List -- Recreation Director Pekkain referenced this item provided for Council's information and comments. He reviewed contents therein and responded to Council questions. Mr.Pekkain extended a formal apology for misunderstandings during communications with residents regarding handicapped provisions at City facilities. He clarified that the City's weight room equipment is currently wheelchair accessible. The concern expressed was for the provision of specific programs for the handicapped, which would have fees attached depending upon costs, etc. This would basically be handled under operational costs, however, and not capital improvements signified on the priorities list reviewed herein. Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Mayor Eck, with Councilman Reilly absent, including Mayor Eck's comments of Skateboard Park being conditional upon level of difficulty and insurance provisions, adoption of the Recreation Facility Priorities List recommended by the Parks & Recreation Commission, was unanimously approved. 2. Veterans Memorial "Blue Star Memorial Markers" proposal by Community Garden -- Recreation Director Pekkain explained this proposal provided to Council, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, and responded to Council questions. Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, and unanimously approved with Councilman Reilly absent, to support the concept of above - reviewed proposal, as recommended by the Parks and Recreation Commission, but to refer the request for the City to provide the rock installation to encourage the Community Garden to consider a fundraiser or a donor for the purchase or acquisition of the rock for the plaque. 3. Recommended Guidelines for use of City facilities re. American Legion & Joe DiMaggio Baseball -- Recreation Director Pekkain explained this staff report, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, and responded to Council questions. City Manager cautioned Council on the policy as it would now put the City into a regulatory position whereby, previously, the City was only concerned about field usage. Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, and unanimously approved with Councilman Reilly absent, to adopt the above - reviewed guidelines, as recommended by the Parks & Recreation Commission, with the exception of stipulating ages for the Joe DiMaggio team not to exceed 16 years of age. 4. Rancho Cotati Little League/Use of Rohnert Park fields - Update -- Recreation Director Pekkain provided this update to Council per his memorandum dated November 20, 1995, for its information. Mr. Pekkain did not anticipate any problem with the removal of Shirrell field in Cotati and working with the Rancho Cotati Little League according to recommendations reviewed in this staff report. Rohnert Park Cite Council Minutes (8) November 28, 1995 MOBILE HOME PARK MATTERS`: 1. Rancho Feliz Mobile Home Park Purchase - Finalized - Bonds sold /Closing on November 21, 1995 -- City Manager Netter announced this item sharing details as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. He directed compliments to Assistant City Manager Leivo, Finance Director Harrow and City Attorney Flitner, as well as Phil Hoon of Sutro & Company, for a job well done in pursuing and completing this project. City Manager Netter reported a copy of the prospectus was received today and he believed this project will become a model in the State of California for future mobile home park purchases by local agencies. Assistant City Manager Leivo reviewed details of temporary management procedures and all the various agreements being in place for the ownership of Rancho Feliz by the Rohnert Park Housing Financing Authority. City Manager Netter and Assistant City Manager Leivo responded to Council questions confirming all the bonds for this purchase have been sold.Consid- ation could be given to holding out a certain number for interested local investors on the next mobile home park purchase. Council complimented City Manager Netter and Assistant City Manager Leivo for a job well done on this project. Bill Adams, 716 Brett Avenue, former resident of Rancho Feliz, said it would have been nice to purchase one of the bonds for old times' sake. Mr. Adams also commented on Mary Stewart's previous efforts, when she was Mayor, that did not work out on the idea of purchasing mobile home parks. Mr. Adams said he was President of the Home Owners' Association at that time and was interesting reflection to consider. 2. Celebration Event at Rancho Feliz Mobile Home Park on Wednesday, November 29, 1995 from 6 to 8:00 p.m. with Ceremonial Signing at 7:00 p.m. -- Assistant City Manager Leivo announced the scheduling of this event advising that many outstanding firms and individuals helped significantly toward the successful purchase of Rancho Feliz Mobilehome Park. Invitations have been extended to individuals that played major roles in completing the extensive purchase and financing procedures. 3. New York trip -- City Manager Netter explained the possibility of scheduling a trip to New York December 6th, 7th, and 8th for the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Finance Director and, possibly, the Mayor to meet with the rating agencies and insurance companies that have backed the Rancho Feliz Mobile Home Park issue. Mr. Netter recommended the opportunity to meet the decision makers of this very attractive package. It was the lowest housing issue sold on November 21st throughout the country, receiving a Triple A rating which resulted in a 5.38% bond interest rate with a yield of 5.777 %. This trip could provide effective groundwork toward future mobile home park purchasing efforts. -- Discussion included comments by Mayor Eck that it would be appropriate to send a staff representative but did not think it was necessary to send all four individuals due to budgetary reasons, and if any Councilmember decides to go, they could choose to use their budgeted expense account. Council concluded agreement, with exception of objection signified by Councilwoman Gallagher for reasons of better use of funds, expressing willingness to pay for one staff member for the trip to New York and to check with Sutro and Company regarding the possibility of paying for anyone else. Rohoert Park City Council Minutes (9) November 28, 1995 BUILDING /CONSTRUCTION REVIEW PROGRAM Review of Morton/Phillips report -- City Manager Netter advised this report was provided to Council for its review and information. Mr. Netter also referenced yellow summary sheet of the inspection report dated November 27, 1995 distributed to Council. 2. Staff Report, Mayor's Memo with recommendations, and policy resolution for consideration -- City Manager Netter and Mayor Eck referenced these items respectively and shared contents therein, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, recommending adoption of the Building Department policy resolution for building construction complaints, as presented. City Manager Netter and City Attorney Flitner responded to Council questions. Discussion followed. Councilman Reilly arrives Councilman Reilly arrived during discussion of this item at approximately 8:10 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENTS -- Mayor Eck opened the meeting to public comments for this item at approximately 8:20 p.m. Council responded respectively to residents who submitted speaker cards and/or other verbal and written comments reviewing construction concerns related to their homes and varied opinions on responsibility factors as follows: Bill Magoolaghan, 1362 Marigold Place Don Bright, 1376 Mattice Lane Cindy Walsh, 4409 Glacier Court Cecilia Gladson, 1397 Marigold Place William Adams of Adams Electric Construction, 716 Brett Avenue Keith Hallock, Snyder Lane, Santa Rosa There being no one further desiring to speak, the Mayor closed public comments for this item at approximately 8:50 p.m. City Attorney Flitner responded to additional Council questions that he could review the matter further but did not think there were any circumstances whereby the City could withhold permits from anyone licensed by the State. People must take their construction concerns to the State Licensing Board to take proper action. City Attorney shared related examples concluding that he did not think Council has the right to discipline a contractor with a valid and current license. Resolution No: 95 -185 ADOPTING BUILDING DEPARTMENT POLICY CONCERNING BUILDING/ CONSTRUCTION COMPLAINTS Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 95 -185 was adopted. RECESS Mayor Eck declared a recess at approximately 8:58 p.m. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 10 ) November 28, 1995 RECONVENE Mayor Eck reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 9:14 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. SELECTION OF COUNCIL OFFICERS (MA YOR AND VICE MA YOR) - (cont'd) Mayor Eck referenced earlier discussion on this item and deferral to Councilman Reilly's arrival. Councilman Reilly explained his late arrival due to the necessity of a late airline flight schedule. Vice Mayor Linda Spiro and Councilwoman Dawna Gallagher each confirmed withdrawal of their names as a possible candidate for Mayor for reasons previously expressed. Vice Mayor Linda Spiro's motion on the floor was for the nomination of Councilman Flores as Mayor, seconded by Councilman Flores with explanation that it would politically take him out of consideration for Mayor for another three years covering the issue of advantage related to elections for him in the future. Discussion included varied concerns expressed by Council and concluded upon motion by Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilman Reilly, with Vice Mayor Linda Spiro and Councilman Flores dissenting, to table the selection of Council Officers to the next regular Council meeting of December 12, 1995, was approved. CREEKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL ANNEXATION REQUEST from Cotati- Rohnert Park Unified School District -- Mayor Eck advised this item would be moved forward on the agenda and handled at this time as a courtesy to Mrs. Schubert who was present at this Council meeting. City Manager Netter referenced the formal letter request dated November 21, 1995 received from the School District for this item requesting annexation of the entire parcel. City Manager reviewed Council's discussion and directives at the previous Council meeting of November 14, 1995 to (1) to consider annexation only if the parcel is split, i.e. back undeveloped acreage eliminated from the annexation proposal and (2) in the interim, work with the County Sheriff's Department to retain the public safety services of the school, possibly by agreement. A draft letter to the School District has been prepared for the Mayor's review and signature regarding the compromise proposal. Discussion concluded in Council concurrence to proceed with previous directives and that the letter over the Mayor's signature should be finalized and forwarded to the School District. FIRE SERVICES /FUNDING OPTIONS -- City Manager Netter explained the cancellation of the funding options work session previously scheduled for the morning of November 22nd, 1995, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, which included a designated consultant not being available to attend the meeting. Mr. Netter requested Council to select a new time and date for a work session. Council agreed to reschedule this work session on Tuesday, December 5th, 1995 at 8:15 a.m. at the City Offices. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 11 ) November 28, 1995 MAYORS' & COUNCILMEMBERS' ASSOCIATION /Subregion Issues & Policies -- Mayor Eck advised a work session was held this morning for this item during which Council directed Planning Director Skanchy to report Council's concerns on same. A motion was made by Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher with friendly amendment that the document be provided to the General Plan Advisory Committee, and unanimously approved, to generally support the Sonoma County Subregion Issues and Policies statement as prepared by the ABAG Planning Grant and the Cities Planning Directors with the reservations signified by Council at the work session. WASTE MANAGEMENT ISSUES: 1. Used Oil Recycling Education Program -- Assistant City Manager Leivo explained the staff report provided to Council for this item and responded to Council questions. Mr. Leivo introduced Consultant Connie Cloak of C2 Alternative Services who confirmed the main concerns reviewed in the staff report and responded to additional questions. Resolution No: 95 -186 APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE SONOMA COUNTY WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY AND THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK Upon motion by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, seconded by Councilman Flores, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 95 -186 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Mayor Eck, preparation of a contract, scope of work, and budget with C2 Alternative Services for a Used Oil Recycling Education Program, was unanimously approved. 2. Amendment to Agreement for Joint Powers Agency between Cities & County -- Assistant City Manager explained the resolution for consideration provided to Council for this item and responded to Council questions. Resolution No: 95 -187 APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITIES OF SONOMA COUNTY AND SONOMA COUNTY FOR A JOINT POWERS AGENCY TO DEAL WITH WASTE MANAGEMENT ISSUES Upon motion by Vice Mayor Linda Spiro, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 95 -187 was waived and said resolution was adopted. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 12 ) November 28, 1995 OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERKICOUNTY OF SONOIVIA letter request re. The County Management Employees Precinct Officer Program City Manager Netter explained this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. Mr. Netter did not recommend participation in the program because of time constraints on City staff. Council concurred. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS: 1. Community School -- Councilman Flores reported the Council Committee comprised of himself and Councilman Reilly met with the Director of the Community School. He said the Council Committee would prepare a written report for Council's review as there are a few aspects that need to be considered. 2. Senior Citizens Advisory Commission -- Vice Mayor Linda Spiro reported on her attendance at the recent Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting and referenced an article on same in the Community Voice. Ms. Spiro reviewed the success of their efforts for fundraisers including $620 at bingo. Concerns were also expressed by the Seniors regarding live broadcasts of the City Council meetings and request for continuance of the video broadcasts the next day because many seniors are not able to stay up for full Council meetings. MultiVision has advised they can comply with the request but needs the directive from Council to do so. Council agreed the Council meeting videos should continue to be broadcast the day after Council meetings. TRANSPORTATION MATTER: SCTA - Unmet Transit needs -- Mayor Eck referenced this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo with comments due by December 1st, 1995, advising this is part of the Congestion Management Plan (CMP). Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust responded to Council questions related to the funding requirements. City Manager Netter confirmed staff recommends a letter be written indicating that the City of Rohnert Park is addressing unmet needs, therefore, a portion of TDA funding should continue to be used for streets and road purposes. Council agreed. 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 FROM/FOR COUNCIL: 1. Mayors' & Councilmembers' Working Group Meeting, Santa Rosa City Hall, 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 30, 1995 -- Mayor Eck announced the scheduling of this meeting. 2. Live Broadcasts /video taping of Council meetings (LS) -- Vice Mayor Linda Spiro advised this item was handled under Council Committee reports. 3. Community Separator to north - Joint Agreement - Meeting scheduled at 7:15 a.m. on Tuesday, December 5th, 1995 (DE) -- Mayor Eck explained the purpose of this meeting. Council agreed Mayor Eck should represent Council concerns accordingly. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 13 ) November 28, 1995 CITY MANAGER'S REPORT.• 1. City Managers' Executive Institute -- City Manager Netter reported on his recent attendance at this five day City Manager's Executive Institute. It was very intensive related to management under change and provided valuable information that he would be sharing as appropriate in the future. Mr. Netter further identified the other major topics on the five day agenda. 2. Update on Independent Special District Representation on LAFCO -- City Manager Netter referred to letter dated November 16, 1995 from Sonoma LAFCO provided to Council on this item for informational purposes. 3. Baseball Cards of Public Safety Employees - Crime Prevention Promotion -- City Manager Netter reviewed staff report provided to Council for this item and responded to Council questions. Discussion concluded in Council agreement that the Director of Public Safety should not solicit sponsorships for the program and should proceed from department funding. It was also suggested that PAL could be a source of funding and should be approached. 4. Mayors' & Councilmembers Association 1996 Meeting Schedule -- City Manager Netter referenced this meeting schedule provided to Council pointing out that Rohnert Park is the host City for the meeting of January 11, 1996. Council concurred the meeting should be held at the Mountain Shadows Golf Course Restaurant. CITYATTORNEY'S REPORT.• 1. Any items from closed session -- City Attorney Flitner referenced the Hillsboro case involving capital improvements and reported the existing ordinance has been declared unconstitutional bringing the case back to square one. He reviewed problems related to this ruling and responded to Council questions. 2. Harassment & Libel of Public Officials -- City Attorney Flitner referenced previous request from Council and confirmed his two memorandums dated November 17, 1995 provided on the referenced items. He would respond to questions Council might have regarding same. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: Mayor Eck asked if there were any additional unscheduled public appearances at this time. Linda Branscomb, 6585 Commerce Blvd., #188, inquired about the make up of LAFCO and who decides the representations. Mayor Eck explained the process confirming the numerous Special Districts agree on their nominations and the Selection Committee reviews the recommendations and votes on the candidates. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes ( 14 ) November 28, 1995 Lorna Blanc, 43 Verde Circle, expressed appreciation to everyone who worked so hard on the Rancho Feliz Mobile Home Park purchase. She reviewed concerns regarding entering of judgment in the Hillsboro case in favor of park owners and declaring the ordinance unconstitutional. Owners are still sending out verifications on back rents which is becoming very hard for the mobile home park residents to deal with. Charles Kitchen, 4549 Fern Place, referred to real estate representatives commenting on devaluation of homes through the construction defects investigation. He expressed disagree- ment as he has been involved with selling a home for a length of time and the real estate agent told him there was more volume due to a lot of people being transferred from the area. He thought the Council Committee has been doing a good job and did not think it should be disbanded. ADJOURNMENT. • Mayor Eck adjourned the meeting at approximately 10:00 p.m. to 8:15 a.m. on Tuesday, December 5, 1995 at the City Offices for a work session regarding Fire Services/Funding options. De ty CAYCIerk jh Mayor