1996/05/28 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes
May 28, 1996
The Council of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in regular session commencing at
6:00 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor
Flores presiding.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Flores called the regular session to order at approximately 6:32 p.m.
and led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL Present: (5) Councilmembers Eck, Gallagher, Reilly, Spiro and Mayor Flores
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney Flitner,
Planning Director Skanchy and Finance Director Harrow.
CLOSED SESSION.* Mayor Flores reported on the closed session which commenced this evening at
6:00 to discuss matters listed on the agenda attachment, representing an update, with
no additional action taken at this time.
APPROVAL OFMINUTES: Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilman Reilly,
minutes of May 14, 1996, were unanimously approved as submitted.
APPROVAL OF BILLS: Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilwoman
Gallagher, City bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $827,562.23 were
unanimously approved.
NON- AGENDAED MATTERS: Mayor Flores asked if Councilmembers or staff had any non-
agendaed items to add to the agenda. Vice Mayor Eck signified one item to add under
Committee Reports regarding the meeting of Chamber Board of Directors.
Councilman Reilly signified two items under Matters from Council regarding
consideration of a Memorial Day Remembrance and a 4th of July event.
SCHEDULED PUBLICAPPEARANCE:
Lew Kuehm, representing the Founders' Day Committee, reviewed results of the recent Rohnert Park
Flag Contest, referenced flag displays and informational material provided to Council,
and solicited Council comments and direction. -- Discussion concluded upon Council
concurrence to consider the five flag designs selected by the panel of judges of the
Founders' Day Committee, or consider other options, at the next City Council meeting
of June 11, 1996, and to have these flag designs displayed in the lobby at City Hall.
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UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: Mayor Flores stated that in compliance with State
Law (The Brown Act), citizens wishing to make a comment may do so at this time.
Under legislation of the Brown Act, in most cases, the Council cannot handle an item
without agendizing. To ensure accurate recording, "Speaker Cards" are provided at
the entrance of the Chamber and persons speaking under unscheduled public
appearances are requested to submit completed cards to the recording clerk.
Cindy Walsh, 4409 Glacier Court, confirmed receiving from the City copies of report by John Holmes
which was sent to the City. She reviewed concerns related to building construction
reports on their home and desire to receive a Gibblen & Assoc. report referenced in a
letter to the City. -- Discussion included confirmation by Mayor Flores of requesting
staff to follow through on this matter and provide the report to Ms. Walsh, if available,
and/or provide a written reply to Ms. Walsh if the report was only referenced in the
City file but not provided to the file.
Marty Grindahl, 204 Circulo Nuevo, referenced memo dated May 20, 1996 from 5 -Park Committee to
City Council, reviewed additional comments supporting installation of automatic gas
shut -off valves at entries to mobile home park, and indicated that individual shut -off
valves are difficult to turn off for some services.
John Hudson, 399 Bonnie Avenue, reviewed concerns related to a recent local newspaper article
regarding the sewer initiative, and reminded Council this would require voter approval.
Mr. Hudson's comments included concerns that the Chamber which is partially funded by
the City, is opposing this measure, which may not be legally correct.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Flores asked if Councilmembers had any questions regarding the matters on the
Consent Calendar which were explained in the City Manager's Council Meeting Memo.
Councilwoman Spiro requested Resolution Nos. 96 -98, 96 -100 and 96 -101 be
removed from the Consent Calendar for further discussion.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the agenda.
Resolution Nos:
96-97 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, COLEMAN CREED PIPELINE &
CHANNEL REPAIR, PROJECT NO. 1996 -3
96-99 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, COMMERCE BOULEVARD NORTH
WIDENING, PROJECT NO. 1996 -6
96 -102 APPROVING FIRST AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF
SANTA ROSA FOR THE SUPPLY & USE OF RECLAIMED WATER WITHIN
THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
96 -103 REJECTING CLAIM OF ANDREW L. CURRIN (RE. ALLEGED FLOOD
DAMAGE AT 1509 GARFIELD COURT)
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CONSENT CALENDAR (cont'd)
Resolution No.
96 -104 REJECTING CLAIM OF MIKE BROWN GRANDSTANDS, INC. (RE. ALLEGED
FALL AT ROHNERT PARK STADIUM)
Approving Project Graduation - Request for Waiver of Fees for use of Sports Center
for June 14, 1996 Event.
Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro, with the
exception of Resolution Nos. 96 -98, 96 -100 and 96 -101, the Consent Calendar as
outlined on the meeting's agenda, was unanimously approved.
Resolution Nos:
96-98 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, FLORES AVENUE STORM DRAIN,
PROJECT NO. 1996 -5
96 -100 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, GLADSTONE WAY CHANNEL RECON-
STRUCTION, PROJECT NO. 1996 -7
96 -101 CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, GOLF COURSE DRAINAGE SWALE
RECONSTRUCTION, PROJECT NO. 1996 -8
City Manager Netter responded to Council questions related to storm drainage
provisions. City Attorney Flitner commented on aspects to consider for adequacy over
the years and responsibility factors. Mr. Netter recommended proceeding with
necessary drainage corrections and then check on the possibility of funding assistance
from the County and the Water Agency, which would include consideration of causes.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilman Reilly,
and unanimously approved, with friendly amendment by Councilwoman Spiro to include
City Attorney writing a letter to the County and the Water Agency regarding offering
their input on possible contractors for the work as they may be responsible for a portion
of the costs, Resolution Nos. 96 -98, 96 -100 and 96 -101 were adopted.
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OTHER RESOLUTION FOR CONSIDERATION.•
96 -105 MODIFYING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE SITE LEASE FOR THE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER SITE BETWEEN THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK AND THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CDC)
City Manager Netter explained this resolution for consideration, as reviewed in the
Council Meeting Memo, and responded to Council questions.
Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, and
unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 96 -105 was waived and said
resolution was adopted.
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WEED ABATEMENT -- City Manager Netter advised a public hearing for this item had been duly
noticed and scheduled at this time on tonight's agenda. He reviewed the City's weed
abatement procedure according to provisions outlined in the Rohnert Park Municipal
Code and referred to letter notices to property owners provided for Council's review.
Vice Mayor
Eck leaves Vice Mayor Eck left the Chamber during above staff report at approximately 7:18 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Flores opened the public hearing at approximately 7:19 p.m.
Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, commented he was not protesting, but wanted to provide input for
a cost comparison on removing weeds, as he paid a certain amount for having weeds
removed on a particular lot.
There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Flores closed the public hearing at
approximately 7:20 p.m.
Vice Mayor
Eck returns Vice Mayor Eck returned to the Chamber at approximately 7:20 p.m.
Councilwoman Spiro recommended that the City's charge for this effort should be
more than $100 per acre and, if the City is going to provide the service, the charge
should be at full market rate. City Manager Netter responded that the $100 per acre
charge by the City for weed abatement was designated by previous Council action and
was signified in the above - referenced letter notice to property owners, which has
already been sent out for this year's effort. If Council wants to amend the amount,
consideration could be given to an increase next year. Council agreed.
Resolution No.
96 -106 ORDERING THE CITY MANAGER TO ABATE NUISANCES EXISTING
WITHIN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
Upon motion by Councilwoman Spiro, seconded by Councilman Reilly anti
unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 96 -106 was waived and said
resolution was adopted.
MORATORIUM ON ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION DEVICES - Extension of Ordinance 613
City Manager Netter advised Ordinance No. 618 for this item was introduced at the
previous Council meeting and a public hearing has been duly noticed and scheduled at
this time prior to Council's consideration of adoption. Mr. Netter indicated there is a
possibility that some of the cities may work together to formulate a model for
incorporated cities that specifically addresses urban concerns.
PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Flores opened the public hearing at approximately 7:24 p.m. There
being no one desiring to speak, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
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Ordinance
No. 618 EXTENDING A MORATORIUM IMPOSED BY ORDINANCE 613 ON THE
ISSUANCE OF ZONING OR USE PERMITS AND /OR THE USE OR INSTAL-
LATION OF TOWERS TO SUPPORT CELLULAR, RADIO, TELEVISION, OR
OTHER ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION OR TRANSMISSION DEVICES
Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Vice Mayor Eck, and approved with
Councilwoman Spiro dissenting for reasons previously signified that this was an
opportunity for the City to be pro- active, reading of Ordinance No. 618 was waived
and said ordinance was adopted.
GENERAL PLAN MATTERS:
1. City Council discussionfaction from 5:00 p.m.Work Session -- Mayor Flores referenced this work
session held prior to tonight's regular Council meeting. He reported there was public
participation and the Council reached no consensus on how to proceed with the City's
planning area and sphere of influence toward designating a possible urban growth limit
boundary line. The Mayor requested each Councilmember to develop their proposals
for the entire Council to review at the June 1 lth regular Council meeting. Discussion
concluded upon Council agreement to schedule a time specific of one to two hours on
the next meeting agenda for this item.
2. Review /Comment of Santa Rosa Draft "Urban Growth Boundary Ordinance" -- City Manager
Netter referenced this item provided to Council, as previously requested, for Council's
review and information. Council shared differing perspectives on UGB's and options
to implement a similar plan for Rohnert Park, including flexibility for a ballot measure
and relating to fiscal budgetary and economic development impacts. Discussion
concluded upon Council request for staff to obtain UGB's from other cities, i.e.,
Healdsburg, Cotati and Windsor, if available, for further review and comparison by
Council at its next regular meeting of June 1 Ith.
3. Department of Housing & Community Development: Review of Rohnert Park's Housing Element
(adopted 12/12/95) -- City Manager Netter referenced this item provided to Council,
as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, including recommendation for staff to meet
with representatives from the Department of Housing and Community Development to
review specific areas in the Housing Element that may be slightly modified to meet the
needs of the HCD. This would enable determining possibilities of HCD flexibility for
Rohnert Park before Council gives further consideration of proceeding with the self -
certification approach for the City. -- Discussion concluded upon motion by Mayor
Flores, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro, and approved, for staff to proceed with the
above - reviewed meeting with HCD representatives, with Councilwoman Gallagher
dissenting due to lack of support for her request to attend the meeting with staff.
4. General Plan REP - Economic Development Plan -- With continuation of the work session for the
General Plan to the next Council meeting, this item was deferred along with other
General Plan items needing further consideration. As reviewed in the Council Meeting
Memo, Council was provided with memorandums from Planning Consultant Donna
Oldford dated May 8, 1996 and May 22, 1996 indicating estimated cost ranges,
planning efforts and timelines pertaining to an Economic Development Plan.
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DRAFT SANTA ROSAIROHNERT PARK COMMUNITY SEPARATOR PRESERVATION STUDY
City Manager Netter referenced this item provided to Council with coinciding plans on
display, and advised comments were due for the presentation before the District Board
of Directors, 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 11, 1996. City Manager pointed out sub -area
"A ", with the highest sub -area visual impact on Highway 101, remains in the
community separator which includes the 22 acres currently in the City's existing sphere
of influence. The draft study indicates joining the properties and gives an entire chapter
on terminologies that use very innovative ideas that may be able to work in different
strategies for enticing property owners to sell development rights to the district. City
Manager voiced concerns for the entire west area designation in the community
separator, taking into consideration the City's General Plan review and possible sphere
of influence change considerations. If it remains in the community separator, Rohnert
Park should go to the County and request it be removed from the community separator
so that policies would be consistent.
Discussion included Council concurrence that each Councilmember could individually
submit letters on specific concerns and issues, as well as signifying consensus as follows:
•A motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and unanimously
approved, referencing Open Space District and acquisition clustering, to support the
1 idea of Transfer Development Credit (TDC s) but not to preclude Open Space District
funds, adding that cities then, in turn, might be able to be the enticement to get some
additional services.
•A motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Mayor Flores, and unanimously approved,
to let the County proceed with the plan but the City reserves the right to keep the
designated 22 acres in Rohnert Park's sphere of influence, including Vice Mayor Eck
adding to point out what a vexing problem exists due to the conflicting policies.
Councilwoman Spiro recommended making some exception with the sub -A areas as
some of those marked as critical on the list for cities, like to the west of Wal -Mart and
Home Depot, are not even visible in the view from Highway 101.
PROPOSALS ON LAND ADJACENT TO ROHNERT PARK STADIUM
1. Review of City Site -- City Manager Netter referenced site plans on display for this item and
pointed out proposed locations for T's Academy and the Community School in
relationship to the proposals currently submitted. Council was provided with pertinent
information from each proposal listed on the meeting agenda which included business
plans, financial data, and a pro -forma proposed income flow to the City of Rohnert Park.
Councilwoman
Gallagher leaves & returns -- Councilwoman Gallagher left the Chamber during the first presentation
below at approximately 7:55 and returned at approximately 7:58 p.m.
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2. Presentations by Interested Parties
a) Eagle Golf -- Representatives of this proposal provided a slide presentation for Council's
consideration of a golf putting course and driving range. Principals for this effort
introduced themselves as Robert J. Dreher, President of Eagle Golf Corporation;
Joseph Blair Petrash, Business Manager for overseeing all aspects of the operation; and
Eric M. Hartjen, for developing and implementing the sales and marketing programs
and strategies. Representatives of Eagle Golf responded to Council questions.
b) HomeField USA (formerly Sportshaus)- -City Manager Netter advised letter of May 21, 1996
from Robert Fischer of HomeField USA, was provided to Council along with previous
proposal information presented for an in -door dome -type facility for soccer and other
recreational facilities. Representatives of this proposal were invited to this Council
meeting to present their proposal, but apparently decided not to show.
c) Sports City -- Representatives Andrew Rowley and Wally Lourdeaux gave the presentation
for this proposal for an in -door soccer -type facility with other recreational facilities
including exterior soccer fields. They responded to Council questions explaining the
intention of a three phase development work with the City and expressing compatibility
of the Sports City proposal with above - reviewed Eagle Golf proposal.
d) V -9 Corporation, Golf Course Management -- In the absence of Ray Pollard, Representative
of this proposal for a golf driving range, City Manager Netter referenced diagrams on
display and shared contents of letter proposal from Mr. Pollard dated May 24, 1996.
Mr. Netter responded to Council questions including confirmation that this proposal
was initially presented about a year and a half ago. Mr. Pollard thought maybe there
could be a land swap with the City. With consideration of the Sporthaus proposal
being put on the back burner and, now, with other proposals being presented, this
proposal from Mr. Pollard is also being submitted.
Discussion included response to Council inquiry from Mr. Dreher of Eagle Golf also
expressing potential compatibility of the Eagle Golf proposal with the above - reviewed
Sports City proposal. Council comments reviewed comparatives of various proposals
for this particular location adjacent to the Rohnert Park Stadium to consider best use of
the land including previous discussions with North Bay Breakers, Crushers, Oakland
Raiders, etc. -- Mayor Flores commented that he personally felt the City gave the
HomeField proposal (formerly Sporthaus) every opportunity to put together a plan.
Unfortunately, they were not able to meet signified conditions as listed in the
resolution, for which the Mayor thought a very reasonable time line was offered by
Council. -- Further Council discussion
•complimented the attractiveness of the proposals expressing the interest to see the
Eagle Golf proposal and the Sports City proposal proceed jointly re. shared amenities;
*proceed with efforts to make sure all proposals require same conditions;
*acknowledgment that a proposal like combining Eagle Golf and Sports City
recreational uses could be considered a kind of urban planning feature indicated in
recent recommendations for a Master Plan;
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*Council concurrence requesting staff to prepare projections for potential City
revenues, i.e. rate of return/economic benefit, for several uses, like commercial uses
to determine a fair rate of return on City land, as well as considering the comparison
of the dome -type facility proposal to purchase its own land versus these proposing to
use City land for the facility;
•notify HomeField USA in full of all proposals currently being considered by the City;
*ask representatives of the proposals to review other considerations of different
possibilities like looking into the land behind the Press Democrat, to which Mr. Wally
Lourdeaux of Sports City responded the problem with purchasing land for outdoor
soccer fields is that, in themselves, they are not money makers but money losers; and
nn response to representatives of Eagle Golf and Sports City confirming they could
meet with the City Manager and know within a week if both sides are compatible for a
type of joint use effort, Council agreed to review this item further in two weeks during
the next City Council meeting of June 11, 1996.
PUBLIC COMMENTS -- Mayor Flores invited public comments on the proposals at this time.
B. Levitt, 742 Santa Alicia Drive, via letter dated May 25, 1996 acknowledged by Council, expressed
concerns related to the Sports City proposal including financial aspects and asking why
the City is competing with the private sector by considering use of subsidized City land.
Horst Winkel, 3119 Spring Creek Drive, Santa Rosa, referenced comment indicating an agreement of
Sports City with an existing property owner for its proposal, asked why the City is
competing with private property, and recommended letting it go forward on the private
property to be the best for both worlds.
Linda Branscomb, 6585 Commerce Blvd., #188, commented on the importance of looking at balance
since the City has a lot of recreational facilities; Council needs to consider revenue
projections and look at industrial and retail possibilities as well; and recommended
considering light industry as a higher paying proposition.
Katherine Collins, 828 Lilac Way, asked about the cost of these facilities and recommended an
attractive park -like trail around the outside of the proposed recreational areas for
families like hers who do not participate in the sports, to go for walks.
Mayor Flores expressed appreciation for the presentations and public comments. He
confirmed there would be further review of the proposals at a future date.
RECESS Mayor Flores declared a recess at approximately 8:55 p.m.
RECONVENE Mayor Flores reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 9:05 p.m. with all
Councilmembers present.
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FIRE SERVICES ASSESSMENTIUPDATE
1. Engineer's Assessment Report from Berryman & Henigar with prior changes requested by Council
& Customer Information Services Costs -- City Manager Netter explained these items,
as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, and responded to Council questions. -- Upon
motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Mayor Flores, to ratify an expenditure up to
$5,000 authorized by the City Manager for Berryman & Henigar to institute a Customer
Information Service to respond to Fire Services Assessment District telephone calls from
concerned citizens, was unanimously approved.
2. Parameters of June 10th Televised Information Meeting -- City Manager Netter explained this
item, as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, with staff recommending the live
cablecast be a City supported forum providing an objective exchange of information by
offering the panel of experts (the Consultants) to answer questions of property owners.
Except for introductory remarks, any Councilmembers desiring to attend the cablecast
session, should do so as a spectator only. Council agreed.
3. Notices to Resident Renters -- City Manager Netter explained staff recommendation to mail notices
to mobile home parks, rather than hold informational meetings at the mobile home parks,
as previously considered. -- Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilwoman
Spiro, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and unanimously approved, to also provide the
same leaflet informational notices on the proposed Fire Services Benefit Assessment
District to other resident renters, i.e. single family homes, condos, etc.
BUDGET 1996 -1997
1. Staff Update on General Fund Budget -- City Manager Netter referenced the updated Proposed
1996 -97 General Fund Budget provided to Council. He shared highlights therein,
including comments reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo, signifying the estimated
6/30/97 balance in General Fund Resurve is $661,224 or 4.2% of net General Fund
expenditures, and if the City wants to maintain the General Fund Reserve at the
6/30/96 level ($1,277,986), additional reductions would be necessary in the amount of
$616,762 or 3.9 %.
2. Set Time & Dates for Budget Work Sessions -- Discussion concluded upon Council concurrence to
schedule the budget work sessions on Tuesday, June 18, 1996, 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.,
and Monday, June 24, 1996, 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
SONOMA CO. WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY PROPOSED INCREASE IN "TIPPING FEE"
AND PROPOSED COUNTY TIPPING FEE INCREASE -- City Manager Netter referenced staff
memo dated May 16, 1996 with attached informational reports for this item, as reviewed
in the Council Meeting Memo. The Sonoma County Waste Management Agency will
consider its budget on June 19, 1996 and is recommending a Tipping Fee increase of
$0.25 per ton. Currently, the Agency has imposed a $2.00 per ton Tipping Fee that has
not been increased for two years. The $0.25 increase is required, mainly for the
Hazardous Waste Collection program that has been instituted countywide. Based on the
proposed $2.25 per ton increase, City staff estimates a rate increase to the citizens of
approximately $0.18 per month for the average residential customer. The City of Rohnert
Park is a Member Agency of the Joint Powers Authority and must act upon this increase.
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Staff is seeking Council direction for City representative to signify an affirmative vote for
the $0.25 increase. There will be public hearings and additional time to comment on the
$2.00 proposed increase at a later time. -- Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded
by Councilwoman Spiro, directing staff to vote in such a way as to continue the
Hazardous Waste Program, was unanimously approved.
MOBILE HOME PARK MATTER: Letter from 5 -Park Committee re. Installation of Automatic Gas
Shut -off Valves at entry of Mobile Homes -- City Manager Netter explained this item
as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo and pointed out that there are no legislative
provisions to date reizardine same_ -- Discussion concluded upon motion by Vice Mavor
Eck, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and unanimously approved, directing the Housing
Financing Authority to determine the cost of installing the automatic gas shut -off valves
at the entry of Rancho Feliz, the City -owned mobile home park, and for a letter to be
written over the Mayor's signature to the other mobile home parks in the area signifying
support of this effort.
NORTH COAST RAIL AUTHORITY LETTER re. Celebration Excursion -- City Manager Netter
referenced letter dated May 22, 1996 provided to Council for this item, as reviewed in
the Council Meeting Memo, regarding a proposed Celebration Excursion to be held June
14 -16 & 22, 1996. It is estimated the train would be stopping in the City of Rohnert
Park on Saturday, June 15th, before 12:00 noon. -- In response to the request to identify a
location in Rohnert Park to conduct the event on June 15th, Council expressed
agreement with staff s recommendation of the commuter parking lot adjacent to the Wine
Center at Roberts Lake Road/Golf Course Drive. City Manager Netter also confirmed
staff would respond to the request to provide a complete mailing list for all City Officials,
designated City staff, etc. More detailed information on this Celebration Excursion will
be forthcoming.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Chamber of Commerce -- Vice Mayor Eck reported on communications from recent meeting with the
Chamber of Commerce during which it was signified the Chamber would report back on
the following items: (1) Holiday tree lights; (2) Redevelopment Commission, with the
Chamber signifying it would be very interested in putting together ideas along with the
City Council; and (3) ideas for the retention of small businesses in the community.
COMMUNICATIONS: Communications per the attached outline were brought to the attention of the
City Council. No action was taken unless specifically noted in these minutes
MATTERS FROM/FOR COUNCIL:
1. Letter to FPPC re. Submitted Documents -- Mayor Flores referenced this item signified on this
meeting's Communication List and advised that under the Mayor's signature, he submitted
the documents to the appropriate authorities. This item is available as part of the public
record pertaining to correspondence received by Council. -- Council comments included
response to recent newspaper article for clarification that this item was not discussed in
closed session but was brought up with no action taken in closed session. Council had
expressed in closed session that it was not Council's jurisdiction to do anything about it
and, therefore, was not something Council was going to review in closed session, or
discuss further in open session, as it should be referred to the appropriate agency that
would have proper jurisdiction and expertise for reviewing such matters. --
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Councilwoman Gallagher commented that a copy of her divorce papers hardly constitute
legitimate documents and have nothing to do with being on the Council. She stated she
did not care if they were sent on to the FPPC and thought she would be vindicated and,
for the record, said there are no documents that prove anything. -- Vice Mayor Eck
pointed out that however the Mayor handled this item was his prerogative. He was tired
of allegations coming in anonymous forms. It should have gone to the FPPC and not be
discussed by Council. Council needs to start addressing other things and he did not like
discussing anonymous letters.
2. Invitation Project Graduation "Malibu Nights„ on Friday, 6/14/96, 7:00 -9:00 p.m. -- Mayor Flores
referred to letter provided to Council announcing this event.
3. SCAYD 24 -Hour Relay- Rancho Cotati High School, Saturday, 6/1/96, 8:30 a.m. -- Mayor Flores
referred to letter provided to Council announcing this event and advised, as Mayor, he
would be making a brief presentation.
4. Golf Course Committee Meeting - Thursday, 6/6/96, 8:00 a.m. -- Council Committee Members
Dawna Gallagher and Linda Spiro signified Council has been provided with an agenda
prepared for this meeting.
5. School District /City Communications MeetinOssues- Proposed Dates -- CouncilCommittee Members
Dawna Gallagher and Linda Spiro recommended Friday afternoon on June 7th or 14th
for this meeting.
6. School District/Department of Public Safety Meeting -- City Manager Netter advised this special
meeting was held regarding the possibility of joint efforts with the School District and
other cities that may be approached from a countywide basis on youth issues.
7. TV -CD System -- Councilman Reilly asked for an update on this system. City Manager Netter
responded he would find out and provide a report at the next Council meeting.
8. Veterans' involvement in Memorial Day Remembrance /4th of July Celebration -- Councilman Reilly
commented on the need for more adequate recognition of veterans such as involvement
with a Memorial Day event or 4th of July celebration, and maybe the Chamber or
others have ideas or suggestions.
9. Youth of the Year selection & request to consider Youth Council Member - -Mayor Flores explained
this request and recommended consideration on an upcoming Council agenda.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT.
1. Canon Manor re. Clarification of East and West Sections & Update -- City Manager Netter
referred to plans on display for this item and related communications with the County
regarding the proposed Fire Services Benefit Assessment District. Mr. Netter reviewed
various aspects that would need to be considered by Council including this being a
public policy type question. If Canon Manor is in the City's sphere of influence, what is
the desire of the Council in the event it gets annexed into the City, i.e. single lots with
dirt roads or all the amenities of urbanization. Sewer and water capacities and
limitations would also need full consideration since none of that capacity is available for
increased standards and density in that area, so providing sewer capacity would be very
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difficult from either the City or the County. Water could be provided through a
cooperative effort as this could be taken on as a project for this area to become part of
the City's service area. City Manager recommended a different option of Canon Manor
creating a mutual water company. Canon Manor could put their water line in at their
own cost. They would need to get the City's permission for easements and the City
would need to retain accesses, but they could establish their own entity. Or, if they
want to go through the County, then the County could provide water service without
any negotiations with Rohnert Park. If annexed into the City, Council would have to
consider what amenities and what development standards it would want. City Manager
Netter said he could set up the committee meeting, as requested, but first, the policy
matters need to be established.
Council responses included the following comments:
•Mayor Flores said his perspective is the people of Canon Manor are not enthusiastic
about annexation; referred to concerns for sewer and water and possibilities in order to
hook up to aqueduct; and as a border area, necessary allocations should come from the
County, not the City.
•Councilwoman Gallagher said she would just like to have the committee meeting as she
would like to get feedback from them.
•Councilwoman Spiro referred to perking for the septic systems and if the City were
providing water, they wouldn't have any problems. She had no problem with helping
them get water, but was not sure about the City's obligation to sewer. She also had no
problem with the roads since some people prefer the rural type setting without curbs,
etc., but if the dirt roads present a problem for fire engines, then the need for asphalt
roads should be considered. The City doesn't have liability now.
•Vice Mayor Eck said it was his feeling that we cannot continue to have dirt roads from
reviewing reports on dust ranking on the health list, and recalled written allowances in
the General Plan for a rural district. Referring to plans on display with the red dots
signifying existing homes, Vice Mayor Eck said he was a little disappointed as he was
hoping a little subdivision could be pursued that would change the old rectangular grid.
However, he did not think that could be a possibility now with the number of existing
homes. He thought Canon Manor needs to be provided with water, but for the City to
go in there without handling the major health problem, of which water is the major
problem facing SSU, i.e. South Park area. This was why Supervisor Jim Harberson was
unable to help us more, though he did Delp ,us here to get ,up to minimal „rban
requirements, which seems enough.
•Mayor Flores advised this item could be reviewed further by Council after designated
representatives meet.
2. Survey Results re. Cost of Copies for Public compared w /other Cities -- City Manager Netter
reviewed staff report provided to Council for this item and responded to questions.
-- Discussion included a motion by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman
Reilly, to reduce the City's fee for copies to $.10 per copy, with the remaining
three Councilmembers signifying no vote. Said motion died for lack of support. --
Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Mayor Flores, to lower the City's fee
for copies to $.15 per copy, was unanimously approved.
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3. Cablecasting; of Planning Commission Meetings - Report -- City Manager Netter reviewed this
staff report provided to Council confirming communications with appropriate repre-
sentatives that there currently appears to be no scheduling conflict for the possibility of
cablecasting Planning Commission meetings live on the second and fourth Thursdays.
Council concurred to proceed accordingly. City Manager confirmed he could prepare a
responding letter and that the TV cameras could be turned on for stationery viewing of
the Planning Commission meetings.
4. Dorothv Rohnert_ Spreckels Performine Arts Center /Survev of Events for Founder's Da
City Manager Netter referenced comments on this item at the previous Council meeting
and reviewed responding staff report dated May 22, 1996 from Performing Arts Center
Director Grice regarding options to consider for celebrity bookings for Council's
information. Further information will be provided when available.
EXTEND COUNCIL MEETING: Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Mayor Flores,
with Councilwoman Gallagher dissenting, to extend the Council meeting beyond the
10:00 p.m. adjournment time sufficiently to finish scheduled agenda items, was
unanimously approved.
5. Automatic Aide Calls for 6 Months: Rancho Adobe/Rohnert Park -- City Manager Netter advised
this staff report dated May 16, 1996 was provided to Council for its information.
6. MultiVision Franchise Fees /Audit Results & Appeal -- City Manager Netter referenced letter
dated May 7, 1996 from MultiVision provided to Council regarding this item. The
appeal was denied and the request is for the release of funds from the escrow account.
-- Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Mayor Flores, to release the funds
from the escrow account to MultiVision, as requested, was unanimously approved.
7. Economic Development -- City Manager Netter reported discussions with the Chamber of
Commerce regarding possibilities toward this item, led to his contact with Target
Stores which resulted in representatives of Target's head office explaining A, B & C
marketing levels of their stores. The Target Store in Rohnert Park fluctuated to a B
level when K Mart left and has since dropped to a C level. Target representatives
explained the various factors considered for their different locations and said they are
very satisfied with the level of operation in Rohnert Park, which was previously
anticipated. City Manager Netter advised this resulted in the corresponding letter he
wrote complimenting Target on this good approach, as listed on tonight's
Communication List. He indicated there would be further discussion on economic
development possibilities during upcoming budget reviews.
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CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORT.
1. Any items from closed session -- City Attorney Flitner advised the Mayor's report sufficiently
covered closed session items.
2. Initiative Petition regarding Sewer CaVacity Limitations- -City Attorney Flitner advised his report on
this item was in process and would be finished for review at the next Council meeting.
3. Nune 2 vs. City of San Diego request for amicus support -- City Attorney Flitner explained this
item pertaining to concerns related to curfews. Since it was not listed on tonight's
agenda and due to the timing factor of the case scheduled on June 5th, an emergency
item would need to be declared to proceed with Council action at this time.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilwoman Spiro, seconded by Councilman
Reilly, to declare this an emergency item, was unanimously approved.
Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilwoman Spiro, following City
Attorney's review and comparison of Rohnert Park's and San Diego's curfew
ordinances to ensure compatibility of the two and, if so, to participate in the above -
reviewed amicus brief, was unanimously approved.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: Mayor Flores asked if there were any additional
unscheduled public appearances at this time.
Violet Moir, 411 Sonoma Lane, expressed support and further explained the intent of the previously
reviewed letter from the 5 -Park Committee regarding gas shut -off valves at the entry of
mobile home parks. She also referred to the proposed Fire Services Benefit
Assessment District and expressed concerns about how the property tax polls would
apply in mobile home parks. City Manager Netter explained the difference between
personal property taxes on the coaches and property tax assessments on the land. The
Fire Services Assessment proposal would only apply to the property taxes on the land.
ADJOURNMENT. • There being no further business, Mayor Flores adjourned the meeting at
approximately 10:15 p.m.
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