1994/10/25 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes
October 25, 1994
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 Reilly presiding.
CALL TO ORDER -Mayor Reilly called the regular session to order at approximately
6:20 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL Present: (5) Councilmembers Eck, Gallagher, Hollingsworth, Spiro
and Mayor Reilly
Absent: (0) None
Temporary Youth Committee present: Representative Jennifer Mello
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 and Planning Director Skanchy
Mayor Reilly advised that a closed session commenced this evening at
6:00 p.m. to discuss litigation matters as listed on the agenda
attachment. The pending litigation matters were regarding Hillsboro
vs. City of Rohnert Park and Sim I vs. City of Rohnert park. City
Council has directed the City Attorney to continue with appeals on
both cases. The City Attorney will review these items further later
as signified on the meeting agenda. In addition, a personnel matter
was discussed. The Mayor said no action was taken and there was
nothing further to report at this time.
Approval Councilwoman Gallagher referred to page 9 of the October 11 minutes
of regarding Housing Set -Aside Funds and said the City Manager's
Minutes explanation should be added that equates the bonding capacity.
City Manager Netter indicated that it would be approximately
$4 to $5 million based solely on the annual CDA tax increment. She
also requested that the reference to her leaving the chamber "due to a
conflict of interest" be changed to "to avoid a conflict of interest"
(page 4 of October 11 minutes).
Mayor Reilly said the invitation to unscheduled public appearances on
page 12 of the October 11 minutes should be changed from Mayor Reilly
to Mayor Pro Tempore Eck.
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Eck,
the minutes of October 4 and 11, 1994 with above - reviewed corrections,
were unanimously approved as amended.
Approval City Manager Netter responded to Council questions related to the
of bills presented for approval.
Bills
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilwoman
Gallagher with previously signified no vote by Councilwoman Gallagher
on $10,000 payment to the Sonoma County Wineries Assn., City bills
presented per the attached list in the amount of $1,273.311.46 were
unanimously approved.
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Non- agendaed Mayor Reilly asked if any Councilmember had any items to add to the
matters agenda. Vice Mayor Eck signified two miscellaneous items. Council-
woman Spiro said she might have miscellaneous items. Councilwoman.
Gallagher signified two miscellaneous items.
Unscheduled Mayor Reilly stated that in compliance with State Law (The Brown Act),
Public citizens wishing to make a comment may do so at this time. Persons
Appearances speaking under unscheduled public appearances are requested to submit
completed cards to the recording clerk.
Gary Holmes & Brendan Tracey, New Zealand Youth Representatives, explained reasons
for attending this Council meeting, and other such meetings in
surrounding comm.mities, to compare municipal procedures of America
with those of New Zealand for their particular study in process. They
reviewed youth related concerns and urged the City Council to permit
youth to participate in Council meetings and be allowed to take an
active part in responsibilities. Efforts were encouraged toward the
need of keeping young people active with positive energy. Council
invited the young men to leave a phone number with the Mayor to enable
staff to make arrangements for a tour of City Hall for a first hand
view of City facilities and processes.
Patricia Burns, 936 Helene Court, explained the benefits of the "H" Pool Senior
Aqua -Cise program and urged the Council to keep the Honeybee Pool open
during the winter season.
C O N S E N T C A L E N D A R
Mayor Reilly asked if any Councilmenier had any questions regarding
the matters on the Consent Calendar.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the
agenda.
Resolutions:
No. 94 -162 A RESOLUTION OF RESPECT FOR WILLIAM (BILL) ROSS
No. 94 -163 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK PROCLAIM-
ING OCTOBER 23 -31, 1994 AS "RID RIBBON WEEK /DRUG ABUSE PREVENTION WEEK"
No. 94 -164 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING
LEASE AGREEMENT FOR USE OF CITY RIGHT OF WAY (Scandia Funland, Inc. -
5395 Redwood Drive)
No. 94 -165 RESOLUTION APPROVING A JOB DESCRIPTION AND SETTING A PAY RATE AND
RANGE FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I (Public Works)
No. 94 -166 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE CHANGE FOR
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II TO PURCHASING SUPERVISOR /ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSISTANT II
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No. 94 -167 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A JOB DESCRIPTION AND SETTING A PAY RATE AND
RANGE FOR LEAD PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilwoman
Gallagher, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda,
was unanimously approved.
Youth Committee report - Representative Jennifer Mello reviewed highlights of Youth
Committee Agenda of October 24, 1994 with attached October 11, 1994
meeting minutes provided to Council. Ms. Mello also referred to Fact
Sheet application from Judy Rico, a student at Nbuntain Shadows Middle
School, signifying interest in appointment to the Youth Committee.
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilwoman.
Spiro, appointment of Judy Rico to the Temporary Youth Committee, was
unanimously approved.
Council comments included explanation that the temporary status of the
Youth Committee was only until such time as necessary ground work
efforts are accomplished, afterwhich the Temporary Youth Committee
will make recommendations to the City Council for the on -going
establishment of the Youth Committee. Council extended compliments
for the effective progress of the efforts of the Youth Committee,
especially noting the wisdom of setting hard and fast rules of
attendance as a requirement for membership.
Scheduled Public Appearances:
1. Friends of the Animals in the Redwood Empire (F.A.I.R.E.) presentation of $15,000
contribution to the new Animal Shelter -
Holly Blue, President, introduced FAIRE representatives as follows:
Meg Crumley, Shelter Manager /City; Carol Haggerty, Treasurer /Board
Member; Al Haggerty, Board Advisor; Ann Strom, Secretary /Board Nbmber;
Gloria Menchini, Board Member; Denise Hill, Vice President /Board
Member and part -time Volunteer Coordinator for the City; Vesta Jelte,
Board Advisor; and Paul Hock, Assistant Treasurer /Board Member.
Nis. Blue updated the City Council on the progress of the new Animal
Shelter. Fundraising efforts produced a little over $20,000 of which
$15,000 is being contributed to the City to assist with the purchase
of the steel animal cages, leaving a little over $5,000 to be spent as
needed at the Animal Shelter. FAIRE President Holly Blue and
Assistant Treasurer /Board Member Paul Hock presented the $15,000
contribution to Mayor Reilly who received it on behalf of the full
Council for the purchase of the animal cages at the Animal Shelter.
Pictures were taken by Bob Brownne, Community Voice Reporter.
2. Lew Kuehm of Rohnert Park Association for the Arts, distributed communications to
the Council regarding up- coming activities and reviewed contents
therein (copy attached to original set of these minutes). He
recognized the efforts of Mark Luca who has been tending to the
rotation of art exhibits in five locations in the comnmity.
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Sonoma County Convention & Visitors Bureau - Introduction of Director
Mayor Reilly introduced Estelle Miller as the new Executive Director
of the Sonoma County Convention & Visitors Bureau. Ms. Miller
expressed appreciation for the opportunity to meet the City Council.
She reviewed her background bringing her to this new position and
shared her hopes for a strong united front with the different visions
of each region in working together toward building successful tourism
opportunities in the area. She extended an invitation to the Council
to call on her for any related questions they might have and expressed
willingness to work with them on recommended projects. Ms. Miller
invited the Council to visit their office anytime to get acquainted.
Founders' Day Committee letter request for use of parking facilities -
City Manager Netter acknowledged the presence of Patty Coe, Parade
Chairperson at the Council meeting. He shared contents of her letter
requesting use of the parking lot facilities at the Rohnert Park
Comn,inity Center on September 15, 1995 from approximately 7:00 a.m, to
1:00 p.m. for the hosting of the 1995 California State Horsemen
Association's National Event. Mr. Netter advised checking with the
the Recreation Department and the Performing Arts Center and both
Director's have indicated there should be no problem with this request.
The letter also includes requesting the City's support for Patty Coe
to ask the Soccer Leagues and the Pop Warner Football, or any other
conflicting events, not to schedule games until after 1:00 p.m. on
September 15, 1995 so more children will be able to participate in the
Founder's Day Parade Day. City Manager Netter responded to questions.
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Vice Mayor Eck,
the above- reviewed request of the Founder's Day Association for use of
parking facilities at the Comnmity Center on September 15, 1995,
including the City encouraging the Soccer Leagues and Pop Warner
Football to hold off games on the parade morning and becoming a part
of the event, was unanimously approved.
Resolution A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING
No. 94 -168 AGREEMENT WITH OLD ADOBE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, INC.
City Manager Netter explained the resolution. Mayor Reilly expressed
appreciation for the organization and further explained that OADS
encourages the hiring of individuals with developmental disabilities
and provides proper supervision for overseeing the workers.
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilwoman
Gallagher, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 94 -168
was waived and said resolution was adopted.
Ordinance AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING CHAPTER 2.60 OF THE
No. 593 ROHNERT PARK "ICIPAL CODE (CONFLICT OF INTEREST) TO PROVIDE FOR
DISCLOSURE CATEGORIES FOR CITY OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES AND CONSULTANTS AND
OTHER DEFINED PERSONS
City Manager Netter explained the ordinance which was introduced at
the previous Council meeting. City Attorney Flitner reviewed the
revised definitions recommended at the previous Council meeting.
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilwoman.
Spiro, and unanimously approved, with revised definitions by City
Attorney to add earnings and consultant language to comply with the
broader language of State law, reading of Ordinance No. 593 was waived
and said ordinance was adopted.
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Parks and Recreation matter:
Honeybee Pool - Request by Lap Swimrers to keep pool open for winter -
City Manager Netter referred to staff reports for this item dated
September 30, 1994 and October 17 & 19, 1994 regarding review of
costs, financial information and possible alternatives to consider.
Additional letters, along with those presented at the previous Council
meeting, were received from Candice Dahlstet, William Conner and
Linda Eccles requesting H Pool be kept open during the winter months.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded
by Councilwoman Spiro, and unanimously approved, to keep Honeybee Pool
open during the winter season with no rate increase for this year,
that the item would be reviewed during next year's budget sessions,
and with direction for the Parks and Recreation Commission and
staff to work on creative ways to decrease the deficit, including
active participation of the lap swimmers in providing solutions for
future years.
In response to Council comment, for the record, City Manager Netter
said the Council did not previously approve the budget for the pool to
be open year round but did approve opening the pool in February for
the High School swimming program.
RECESS Mayor Reilly declared a recess at approximately 7:15 p.m.
RECONVENE Mayor Reilly reconvened the Council meeting at approximately
7:26 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
Public Safety matter:
DUI -Check Point Program in conjunction with California Highway Patrol -
City Manager Netter reviewed staff report dated September 18, 1994.
He responded to Council questions confirming that the Sobriety Check-
point Program has been instituted in surrounding conTamities and, with
the California Highway Patrol located in Rohnert Park, it desires to
work in partnership with the City to implement this promotional and
informational program, including distribution of flyers. This should
be a beneficial effort because of the upcoming holidays.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded
by Councilwoman Spiro, and unanimously approved, for implementation of
the above - reviewed DUI Checkpoint Program in conjunction with the
California Highway Patrol. Council requested to receive all printed
materials and dates and times of when the check points would be held
with proper notice to the public being made.
Planning and Zoning matters:
File No. 0458 - State Farm Insurance - Site Plan & Architectural review of a
security fence to be placed around the perimeter of the Northern
California Regional Insurance facility. Subject property is located
at 6400 State Farm Drive in the PA:PD District - Planning Director
Skanchy referred to plans on display and shared contents of staff
report dated October 19, 1994 pertaining to this item. He displayed a
sample of the proposed security fence and responded to questions.
Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilwoman
Gallagher, including direction to work with staff to move the fence
into the trees closer to the parking area, File No. 0458 for the State
Farm Insurance security fence, was unanimously approved.
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File No. 1650 - Caffino's Drive Thru Espresso - Variance, Use Permit, Site Plan &
Architectural review for a drive - through espresso bar. Subject
property is located at 6325 Commerce Blvd. in the Northbay Shopping
Center contiguous to Pay Less Drug in the CR:PD District -
Planning Director Skanchy referred to plans on display, shared
contents of staff report dated October 19, 1994 pertaining to this
item and responded to Council questions.
Discussion included Council concerns about the possibility of overuse
of variance use permits which may reveal a need to change the City's
Upon motion by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, to
deny the request of File No. 1650 without prejudice pending staff
review of parking requirements, was approved by the following vote:
AYES: (4) Councilmeniers Eck, Gallagher, Spiro,
and Mayor Reilly
NOES: (1) Councilman Hollingsworth preferring continuance
rather than denial without prejudice
ABSENT: (0) None
Shopping Carts - City Manager Netter shared contents of staff report updating the
Council on the status of the abandoned shopping carts issue which has
been reviewed with Council over the past several months.
Katherine Collins, 828 Lilac Way, said she does not allow people to take their
shopping carts. Business owners should not be held accountable for
theft. When the carts are missing or removed from her property, she
reports them as stolen.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman. Hollingsworth, seconded
by Councilwoman Spiro, to proceed with drafting an ordinance for
Council's consideration regarding the abandoned shopping carts, as
recommended by staff, was unanimously approved.
City Council Committee Reports:
1. Mobile Home Park Purchase Program -The Council Committee comprised of Mayor Reilly
and Vice Mayor Eck, along with City Manager Netter, reported on
results of most recent meeting held last Wednesday morning updating
the City Council on the progress of this program. The report included
status of appraisals on Rancho Feliz and Las Casitas mobile home parks;
John DuPriest, the independent Park Resident Liaison Consultant
recently hired by Sutro & Cody, has been working on the two parks.
Valley Village Mobile Home Park, which was also thought to be part of
the Sutro program, changed and began discussions with the Stone &
Youngberg bond house. There is some indication that Valley Village
may be interested in using Sutro under its program. There, the three
mobile home parks are being considered with the first two a little
farther along than Valley Village. Valley Village owner, Joel Heath,
is scheduled to meet with Sutro over the next two weeks. Following
the park owner's discussion with Sutro, a decision will be made on
whether the Sutro or Stone & Youngberg program is pursued. The Council
Committee may want to meet with CB Financial and Stone & Youngberg if
the owner chooses this program, to learn more about its program.
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Council Committee and City Manager responded to Council questions
including confirmation of the need to be very sensitive not to
jeopardize the pending mobile home rent control lawsuit which was the
reason for hiring John DuPriest, the independent liaison consultant.
Vice Mayor Eck reviewed background history of the Nbbile Home Park
Purchase Program and distributed to Council a calendar time table that
he put together from past City records, specifically noting that he
did not utilize staff time, but prepared it himself. This effort may
have been pushed back a bit because of problems related to obtaining
companies with the expertise and competence to work out the many
complexities of such a purchase program, such as how to do the books
because of current laws up to the current dealings with W. DuPriest.
Vice Mayor Eck said he put forth this effort because of concerns about
hearing people say nothing is being done and, especially, the
indications from certain misleading campaign comments that the City
has done nothing.
Charles Kitchen, 4945 Fern Place, asked if any composites by the Grumbley /Flores
plan had been received for estimated cost comparisons. Vice Mayor Eck
responded that the City has not been working with them, but it is good
to see they are supporting the City's plan since seven out of their
nine steps were approximately the same.
2. Golf Course Committee - Council Committee comprised of Councilman Hollingsworth
and Councilwoman Spiro updated Council on recent meeting with American
Golf representatives, Dan Ross and Kevin Roberts. Discussion included
11 review of the existing 40 year contract negotiated when the rates
-'CORRECTION from were set.P�'Response was given by the Council Committee that the City
11/8/94 Council would be more than happy to re- negotiate the contract but at this
meeting: point in time left them with the idea that American Golf needs to look
Per Councilwoman at several things needing attention at the golf course. City Manager
Spiro with con- Netter updated Council on recent communications with Mark Flowers,
firmation by City General Manager of Mountain Shadows, regarding installation of
Manager Netter speakers at the golf course expected by Thursday. Mark Flowers has
that this comment indicated they are working on the other items listed in the previous
was made "in jest ",letter from W. Clubb of the Men's Golf Association.
i.e., briefly mentioned more as a "tongue in cheek" comment.
3. League of California Cities ArlUual Conference /Long Beach, Ca., Oct. 23 -25, 1994
2 *CORRECTION from Councilwoman Spir f" eported = thato" this =was ==&=very productive League
11/8/94 Council meeting. The putting contest was tied and great fun.
meeting: Per Councilwoman Spiro, her report reviewed numerous important matters covered at
4. United Way report - Councilwoman Spiro said she met with the United Way represen-
this meeting. The tative and would have the results o that meeting formalized for a
comments about report at the next Council meeting.Some of the United Way checks
the putting = .hat =have not yet been deliveredimi=.H=have beeri�::i.=strA iDy�:_them:
contest were secondary and not necessary for the record.
Communications- Communications per the attached outline were brought to the
3*CORRECTION from attention of the City Council. No action was taken unless
11/8/94 Council specifically noted in these minutes.
meeting: Per Councilwoman Spiro, no one is certain when these funds will be distributed.
1. Yoko Kitamara, Mayor of Hashimoto City, Japan - Mayor Reilly referred to item #16
on Communications regarding appreciation from Hashimoto City and
directed a return letter of appreciation over his signature for
courtesies extended to the Mayor and his wife and other Rohnert Park
delegation on their recent visit to Hashimoto City.
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Communications (cont'd):
2. Mayors' & Councilmembers Association meeting at Santa Rosa Citv Hall, 7:00 p.m.,
Thursday, October 27, 1994 - City Manager Netter brought Council's
attention to item #13 on Communications regarding the referenced
meeting agenda notice.
City Manager's report:
1. REMIF /Liability & Workers' Compensation Fund Surplus Refunds -
City Manager Netter reviewed contents of letter dated September 21,
1994 from Redwood Empire Municipal Insurance Fund (REMIF) regarding
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authorize refunding workers' compensation funds of approximately
$1,787,917 and liability funds of approximately $1,008,612 to eligible
cities. The same formula adopted in 1992 -93 for calculating both
refunds is recommended for approving the 1993 -94 refunds. This
represents a refund of $228,192 to Rohnert Park for the Liability Fund
and a similar amount for the Workers' Compensation Fund.
2. New West Chamber Orchestra - name change to Rohnert Park Chamber Orchestra -
City Manager Netter advised the Council of this name change which was
probably part of the results of recent decision related to changing
conductors. Council agreed a letter of appreciation over the Mayor's
signature should be sent to Karla Lemon for her efforts and past
performance as the conductor. Vice Mayor Eck extended a reminder that
the Orchestra would be playing this weekend with the informal
introduction on Friday evening prior to the performance.
3. Public Safety policies - City Manager Netter responded to questions raised at the
previous Council meeting regarding Public Safety policies as follows:
(1) Responding to the inquiry of Councilwoman. Gallagher on the policy of
citing emergency vehicles of other agencies, City Manager referred to
a discussion he had with Director of Public Safety Rooney. He said
speculation is that this involves Rancho Adobe Fire District as
Director Rooney observed a speeding vehicle (Rancho Adobe) going
through the City, which he originally thought was a Rohnert Park unit.
When he found out it was Rancho Adobe's, he made a professional
courtesy call to the Rancho Adobe Chief. No citations were issued,
nor was the vehicle even stopped. The department is concerned about
traffic safety, as there is potential liability and the city must
be concerned about residents and children who may be in those
residential areas.
(2) Responding to the question from Councilwoman Gallagher about a Rohnert
Park Public Safety vehicle driving on a person's lawn to inspect
someone's back yard, more specific details are needed to identify the
incident. City Manager said the department has policies to respect an
individuals personal property and privacy rights.
(3) Lastly, responding to Councilwoman Gallagher's comments about a Public
Works vehicle carrying an Empire Waste Management can in the back of
the truck (inferring that City employees are working for Empire Waste
Management), City Manager Netter said he checked into the matter and
whenever the Utility Department employee sees a garbage can across the
sidewalk or in the street that may be a potential hazard, and the home
where it belongs cannot be identified, the City employee will remove
the potential hazard. Empire Waste Management is then notified.
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Vice Mayor Eck referred to the City's organizational flow chart and
said these types of miscellaneous concerns should be presented
directly to the City Manager and better handled privately. Further
Council comments signified that it is not the job of individual
Councilmembers to micro- manage the staff. If a particular Council-
person does not feel responses to concerns are adequate, a list could
be made for the City Manager to review and specifically say why
support is possible or not, or what efforts are being made toward
finding solutions. Councilwoman Gallagher signified reasons for
asking such questions at Council meetings was that she also wanted
some of these things on the record.
4. Tower Apartments Dedication of Public Art, Tuesday, November 1, 1994, 12:30 p.m.
City Manager Netter announced this dedication related to a federal
grant obtained by Burbank Housing for production of public art at the
Tower Apartments. Congresswoman. Lynn Woolsey is scheduled to attend.
5. Rancho Adobe Automatic Aid - City Manager Netter shared results of a meeting held
on October 18, 1994 regarding this item. Rancho Adobe prefers to wait
until full 24 hour coverage is available before proceeding with an
agreement. City Manager and Public Safety Director Rooney are in the
process of discussing how the full coverage can be managed.
6. Hewlett - Packard sewer agreement - City Manager Netter advised he is working with
the City Attorney on a second letter to Hewlett - Packard regarding the
sewer allocation in reference to the existing Utility Agreement. A
letter has been sent to Hewlett - Packard directing the first letter to
be voided and, therefore, additional discussions with Hewlett - Packard
are necessary.
City Attorney's report:
1. Hillsboro vs. City of Rohnert Park - City Attorney reviewed contents of his
memorandum dated October 25, 1994 regarding proceedings in the
Hillsboro Case. The Federal Court stayed proceedings pending the
appeal of its decision declaring Ordinance No. 494 unconstitutional,
which means the court will not allow Hillsboro to try to impose the
capital improvement pass - through until the appeal is decided. City
Attorney confirmed the decision would be appealed as previously
indicated by Council.
2. Sim vs. City of Rohnert Park - City Attorney Flitner explained this is the
Greenbook case and is under appeal. It should be argued sometime
in November, 1994.
3. Mobile Home Rent Appeals Board meeting - City Attorney Flitner reviewed previous
reasoning for discontinuing these Board meetings until after results
of pending litigations involving the Hillsboro case. It may be neces-
sary to change that status because of the need to give attention to
Rent Appeals Board budgets, CPI rent increase notice requirements, etc.
W. Flitner recommended the Rent Appeals Board reconvene its meeting
in November to deal with the matter. Council discussion concluded
that the City Attorney should make that decision to assure the
irrpartiality of the City Council.
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3. 1st Time Home Buyer Program — City Attorney Flitner shared contents of his mmo-
randum dated October 19, 1994 regarding his review of this item as
requested at the previous Council meeting. The arrangement with First
Security Loan Corporation to administer the first time buyer program
does not violate the public bidding requirements under the Public
Contracts Code because the subject matter of the contract is not a
public work. Also, if other potential sources appear and if the
parties to the agreement should refuse to allow participation, there
is an allowance for the Community Development Agency to terminate the
agreement "for any reason" by giving thirty (30) days prior written
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proper use of project funds to accoimodate low and moderate housing
goals and this agreement lies within the stated goals of the
redevelopment law.
Mayor Reilly advised the City Council and Conmxnity Development Agency
resolutions pertaining to this program were approved at the previous
meetings, respectively, pending above- reviewed City Attorney opinion.
Matters from/for Council:
1. Marin /Sonoma Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees - Rohnert Park's
current appointee, Warren Hopkins, term to expire December 31, 1994
City Manager Netter referred to letter dated October 10, 1994 regard-
ing this notice.
*CHANGE made at
11/8/94 Council Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded
meeting: Per by Vice Mayor Eck, re- appointing Warren Hopkins to the Mosquito
Councilwoman Abatement Board for an additional four year term to expire December
Gallagher, she 31, 1998, and approved by the following vote:*
thought the motion was to wait until after election as she would not have voted for this
appointment. City AYES: (3) +4=)=Councilmembers Eck,._?_- 1- aglaca? r Hollingsworth and Spiro
Attorney Flitner NOES: (1)=(=0=)== None= Councilwoman Gallagher
responded to ABSTAIN: (1) Mayor Reilly signifying preference to wait until after
Council inquiry that the November 8th election in order to wait for the
a change to the "no" vote newly seated City Council.
could be signified in the record along with Ms. Gallagher's reason so stated herein.
2. Thanksgiving week - November 22nd, 1994 City Council meeting - Council agreed the
decision regarding the scheduling or cancellation of this meting
should be deferred to the next Council meting.
3. Codding Enterprises /Laguna Apartments Project - Vice Mayor Eck referenced letter
from Codding Enterprises regarding variance changes, etc. that is
before the Planning Commission for consideration. He requested this
item be placed on the next Council agenda as he would like to bring up
some questions related to the matter.
Councilman
Hollingsworth- Councilman Hollingsworth left the chamber at approximately 8:50 p.m.
leaves
4. Sonoma Valley Bagel - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, 9:30 a.m., Wed., October 26, 1994
Nkyor Reilly announced this ceremony and that he would be unable to
attend due to conflicting schedules. Vice Mayor Eck confirmed his
previous consent to attend the ribbon cutting for Sonoma Valley Bagel.
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RECESS Mayor Reilly declared a recess at approximately 8:51 p.m. in order to
proceed with the Community Development Agency meeting scheduled later
on the agenda.
RECONVENE Mayor Reilly reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 9:07 p.m.
with all Councilmembers present except for Vice Mayor Eck arriving
late during opening comments at approximately 9:09 p.m.
General Plan Update Work Session - Land Use element
Council discussion of the referenced portion of the Second Draft
General Plan dated June 30, 1994 included the following directives:
Page 2:17 - Retain the new Civic Center as conceptual proposal but signify a
higher priority to the new Library proposal referenced on page 2:21.
Page 2:19 - Add a section preceding the section on Roberts Lake for the completed
Community Center Complex including the new swimming pool with a
drawing like Figure 2.14 for the Wine Center.
Page 2:19 - Change wording in Sonoma County Wine and Visitors Center section from
"was built by" to "through the efforts of" the Sonoma County Wineries
Association.
Page 2:19 - Revise the new Animal Shelter section as development has been
accomplished.
Page 2:21 - Change wording in Codding Center section continued in first paragraph
on this page referring to the remodeled building for a senior citizens
center, a youth center,etc.,change "youth center" to City Hall Annex ".
Page 2:21 - Consideration was given to include in the Summary "and other sections"
after neighborhood centers in "G" and "M" sections, with comments that
recreation centers may not be necessary in every park, and with
conclusion this should be re- addressed in the Master Plan.
Page 2:21 - Remove the final reference in the Summary to "a new animal shelter ",
as previously mentioned, because this has been accomplished.
Page 2:21 - Since the Land Fill section was prepared by the Planning Commission
prior to completion of the Integrated Waste Management Plan and Siting
Element, reference the Siting Element instead of existing text.
Page 2:21 - Suggestion was made to update the Rohnert Park - Cotati Regional Library
section as it was not certain all three entities referenced were still
involved in pursuing the combined new library and learning center.
The question was raised about the possibility of the School District
pulling out of the effort.
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Page 2:21 - Statistical numbers and dates under the Public Improvement Financing
section were referenced with discussion related to additional staff
time and effort involved to update the entire document to current
numbers and dates. A motion was made by Vice Mayor Eck, seconded by
Councilwoman Gallagher, and unanimously approved, to update the
General Plan document to June 30, 1994 representing the most recent
fiscal year end.
Page 2:22 - Question was raised about the Library need being listed at the bottom
of the chart. on Figure 9.15 for 1)1 ann_cxl PLIbl i P== i 1 i +,, T ". i.... "+
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since the higher priority of this need has been signified.
Page 2:22 - Change the lined out hospital need on same Figure 2.15 to signify the
need or goal of having a 24 -hour emergency care facility.
Page 2:23 - The Open Space Buffer section should be consistent with the County
General Plan. This section contains a definition and is not a policy
statement.
Question was raised about the general order of the General Plan
elements. Assistant City Manager Leivo noted that citizens and
the Planning Commission had all the elements before them during
discussions. It should be considered as one integrated document.
Council concluded it could decide the actual order of the elements
after review of the entire document.
Page 2:26 - Clarify in section 1 under Principles the reason for lining out the
work "residential" describing any future development in that villages
are commercial and industrial with housing and shopping combined.
Page 2:26 - Remove section 3 under Principles referring to discouragement of strip
type commercial development since it is a concept that does not apply
in Rohnert Park.
Page 2:26 - Change the reference to population of approximately 40,000 in section
1 under Policies to be consistent with current figure.
Page 2:26 - The lined out section 2 under Policies should be restored to
supporting the general concept of the Sonoma County Land Use
designations until such time as the Council completes its review of
the elements, i.e. support in concept in the General Plan.
Page 2:26 - In item 3 under Policies which encourages Open Space District and
other entities to implement community separator policies in the Sonoma
County General Plan, add a reference to the Open Space Acquisition
Plan as some open space areas that should be preserved are not within
a community separator.
Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (13) October 25, 1994
Page 2:26 - Council discussed differing opinions related to various factors of
item 4 under Policies that the City shall assure proper maintenance of
the comnanity through code enforcement programs, public relations,
grants and loans. Council concluded to retain this section.
Public Mayor Reilly continued the public hearing from the October 18, 1994
Hearing General Plan Update meeting at approximately 9:55 p.m. Public
comments related to this matter were submitted on speaker cards or
other written and /or verbal commmications by citizens as follows:
Dave Mochel, 4405 Hollingsworth Circle, limited his comments to sections reviewed
by Council during this meeting. Page 2:19 regarding Golf Courses is
an incomplete discussion. If there are plans for golf courses, the
citizens should hear about them and proposals ought to be in the
General Plan. Residents stated that this would be their last priority.
Page 2:26, item 1 under Policies referring to the City will plan for
reasonable growth within the existing city limits. It is known that
the City is going over the 40,000 population designated in this
section which is a violation in the current General Plan. Councilman
Hollingsworth responded that Council previously signified the need to
correct the population figure to approximately 45,000. Mr. Nbche1
said the reason citizens want a policy like this is to limit the
growth of Rohnert Park. Nothing stops annexing land and growing to
60,000. He recommended changing the definition to "the city's
planning area" as that would satisfy what the citizens are requesting.
Page 2:26 needs inclusion of the desire for urban growth boundaries
within the sections for Objectives, Principles and Policies in the
Land Use Element. If this were placed on the ballot, W. Mochel was
certain it would receive a two - thirds vote of support.
Councilman
Hollingsworth- Councilman Hollingsworth left the chamber at approximately 10:00 p.m.
leaves
The remaining Councilmembers signified agreement to hear minimal
public comments for a few minutes past the regular adjournment time of
10:00 P.M.
Linda Branscomb, 6585 Commerce Blvd., signified she agreed with previous comments
for (1) no new civic center; (2) a new golf course was lowest
priority in the citizen survey; and the need for inclusion of urban
growth boundaries on page 2:26 within the Land Use Element sections
for Objectives, Principles and Policies.
Heidi Weil, 193 Fescue Way, expressed agreement with Land Use /Standards as follows:
item 16 regarding one elementary school carpus for each 5,000;
item 18 regarding a neighborhood park of approximately five acres
for each 5,000 residents located within a mile of those residences;
item 19 regarding a swimming pool for each 10,000 residents.
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Debra Hales, 825 Liana Court, expressed support of code enforcement efforts.
Before the city does any more building of new homes, she urged
attention to the old homes. Ms. Hales also expressed concern about the
Open Space District possibilities of purchasing land for golf courses.
Vice Mayor Eck responded that the Open Space District has a standing
policy not to include golf courses as an option for open space
purchases. The District has turned down every city that has presented
the idea. The Open Space District might purchase certain lands with
an option for a city to re- purchase it back, but no city has ever
There being no one further desiring to speak, Mayor Reilly closed this
meeting's portion of the General Plan public hearing at approximately
10:08 p.m. to be continued at the next work session for the General
Plan Update. Council expressed preference to schedule future work
sessions for the General Plan separate from regular Council meetings.
Council agreed to tentatively schedule the next General Plan Update
Work Session on Tuesday evening, November 15, 1994 with confirmation
to be signified at the next City Council meeting of November 8, 1994.
Adjournment Mayor Reilly adjourned the meeting at approximately 10:10 p.m.
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AFTA EVENTS - July to December 1994:
Sep. 17-18 - OUTDOOR ART SHOW at FOUNDERS' Days
Sep. 28 "CARAVAN" Middle East Music/dance at RCHS as "Multi-
Cultural" event each month planned in coop with RCHS Faculty/
Student committee. Theme: "Celebrating Our Diversity"
Oct. 24 - (49th UN Day) Panel of RCHS exchange students.
Dec. 3 - " COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL" in coop with 3 Lions
clubs - with "MINI'CHRISTMAS TREE FEST"
Dec. 19 - COMMUNITY BAND & COMMUNITY CHORALE CHRISTMAS CONCERT
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