1995/04/11 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes
April 11, 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 6:58 p.m. and
led the pledge of allegiance.
MEWING of NEW AERIAL FIRE TRUCK. • Time was scheduled from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. for
the City Council and citizens to view the City's new aerial fire truck.
CLOSED SESSION report: Mayor Eck advised that a closed session commenced this evening at
6:00 to discuss litigation matters and real estate negotiations as listed on the
agenda attachment. These items will be briefly reviewed later on the agenda. The
personnel item listed on the agenda attachment was not discussed for lack of time.
No action was taken during the closed session and there was nothing further to
report at this time.
ROLL CALL Present: (5) Councilmembers Flores, Gallagher, Reilly, Spiro and Mayor Eck
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney
Flitner, Assistant City Manager Leivo, Director of Public Works /City Engineer
Brust, Planning Director Skanchy and Finance Director Harrow.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Councilman Flores referenced page 13 of March 28th minutes, under
Matters from Council, item #3, and said the referenced report from himself and
Vice Mayor Spiro was on the proposed Sports Dome Facility, not the hospital site.
Upon motion by Councilwoman Gallagher, seconded by Councilman Reilly, with
above amendment by Councilman Flores, the minutes of February 23, 1995,
March 6, 16, 23 and 28, 1995 were otherwise unanimously approved as submitted.
APPROVAL OF BILLS: City Manager Netter responded to Council questions related to the bills.
Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilman Flores, with
Councilwoman Gallagher's automatic no vote on payment to the Sonoma County
Wineries Association, City bills presented per the attached list in the amount of
$1,222,593.17 were unanimously approved.
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NON- AGENDAED MATTERS: Mayor Eck asked if Councilmembers had any non - agendaed items
to add to the agenda. Vice Mayor Spiro signified four miscellaneous items.
Councilwoman Gallagher signified two miscellaneous items.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: Mayor Eck stated that in compliance with S l {:ate 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
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provided at the entrance of the Chamber and persons speaking under unscheduled
public appearances are requested to submit completed cards to the recording clerk.
Mal K. Kolm, 315 Rustic Lane, shared concerns reviewed in his letters listed on this meeting's
Communications related to Valley Village Mobile Home Park, including road
conditions and handicapped provisions; Mr. Kolm's report provided to the Rent
Appeals Board and the City; progress of the Mobile Home Park Purchase
Program; reference to SB 1240 by Senator Marks on the Disability Act; and
concerns about provisions for senior citizens.
Councilman Reilly
leaves /returns Councilman Reilly left the Chamber briefly during the above speaker's comments
at approximately 7:12 p.m. and returned at approximately 7:14 p.m.
Mayor Eck reviewed previously explained complexities related to Valley Village
concerns since the roads, fences, trees, etc. are owned by and the responsibility of
the park owner. The City has tried very hard to make every effort possible to
encourage the park owner to take care of the needs. Discussion concluded upon
Council directive for staff to obtain a copy of the State report on conditions and
provisions of the Disability Act to assist in determining whether or not the City can
be further involved in this matter.
Cay Flores, 93 Walnut Circle, questioned efforts toward the Valley Village buy -out and requested
there be no meeting with the Mayor scheduled for tomorrow, April 12, 1995,
without the presence of Consultant John DuPriest. She also expressed concern
about the timing factor of the meeting notice being too short. Mayor Eck
responded he was not certain of the reasons he was invited to the meeting but if
the discussion gets too far into the realm of the purchase program details, he
would recommend referral to Mr. DuPriest. The Mayor's understanding was that
Mr. DuPriest preferred to communicate without the political pressure connected
with Councilmembers present. Councilman Reilly expressed agreement because
Mr. DuPriest has signified his responsibility is to be working for the residents of
the mobile home park and he would rather keep it that way.
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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.
Councilwoman Gallagher requested Resolution Nos. 95 -44 and 95 -45 be pulled
from the Consent Calendar for further explanation. Council agreed.
Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the agenda.
Resolution Nos:
95 -46 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK APPROVING AN EXTENSION TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH
SONOMA COUNTY PEOPLE FOR ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY (SCPEO)
FOR THE USE OF BURTON AVENUE RECREATION CENTER (BARC)
95 -47 A RESOLUTION DECLARING WEEDS GROWING UPON OR IN FRONT
OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK TO
BE A PUBLIC NUISANCE, DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO POST
NOTICE THEREOF, AND DETERMINING HEARING DATES AS
REQUIRED BY CHAPTER 8.09 OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL
CODE
95 -48 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES FOR THE PURPOSE
OF OBTAINING CERTAIN FEDERAL AND /OR STATE FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE FOR NATURAL DISASTER RELIEF FOR FLOODING AND
AUTHORIZING DESIGNATION OF AGENT(S) TO EXECUTE AND FILE
SAME FOR AND ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
95 -49 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK PROCLAIMING APRIL 22, 1995 "EARTH DAY"
95 -50 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK PROCLAIMING THE WEEK OF APRIL 23 -30, 1995 AS "DAYS OF
REMEMBRANCE"
95 -51 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK REJECTING THE CLAIM OF LAWRENCE W. AND KAREN JACOBS
(re. flooding)
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CONSENT CALENDAR (cont'd)
Resolution Nos:
95 -52 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK REJECTING THE CLAIM OF DANIEL G. AND DEBORAH L. AYERS
(re. flooding)
95 -53 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK REJECTING THE CLAIM OF KRISTINE K. ICE (re. flooding)
95 -54 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT
PARK REJECTING THE CLAIM OF SPRINGWOOD HOMEOWNERS
ASSOCIATION (re. flooding)
*CORRECTION from 4/25/95 Council Meeting: Per Councihnan Flores, he made the following motion, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher.
Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by *Cetmeilfnan Fier-es- Council-
woman Gallagher, with the exception of Resolution Nos. 95 -44 and 95 -45, the
Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda, was unanimously approved
Resolution Nos.
95 -44 RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
APPROVING A LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL RESOURCES, INC. AND THE CITY OF
ROHNERT PARK FOR AN AERIAL PUMPER FIRE TRUCK FOR THE
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, FIRE SERVICES DIVISION
95 -45 RESOLUTION DECLARING OFFICIAL INTENT OF THE CITY OF
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EXPENDITURES FROM PROCEEDS OF LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT
WITH CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL RESOURCES, INC.
City Manager Netter explained the two resolutions related to the lease purchase
agreement for the aerial pumper fire truck and responded to Council questions.
Upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Councilman Flores, and
unanimously approved, Resolution Nos. 95 -44 and 95 -45 were adopted.
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COPIERIDUPLICA TOR - Lease Purchase Program for all City Facilities:
City Manager Netter explained the procedures in process regarding an award of
contract for this item. Analysis is not yet finalized, therefore, consideration of
same will be deferred at this time. City Manager Netter responded to Council
questions related to the bid process and evaluation of alternatives.
Paul Hulbert of Taylor Made Office Systems, shared background of reviewing copier needs, provision
of a copier that does not jam, related savings to the City, and consideration of the
trial period proposed by City staff but with timing factor and cost reservations.
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BICYCLE ADVISORY COMMITTEE matters:
1. Accepting resignation of Linda DeBolt from Bicycle Advisory Committee with
term to expire on December 31, 1996 (Vice Mayor Spiro's nominee)
Upon motion by Vice Mayor Spiro, seconded by Mayor Eck, and unanimously
approved, with letter to be sent from the Mayor expressing regrets and
appreciation for past efforts, the resignation of Linda DeBolt from the Bicycle
Advisory Committee was accepted.
2. Possible appointment to fill above vacancy - Vice Mayor Spiro acknowledged
one applicant to date for this opening. She explained the value of the former
Committee Member's representation as a parent and that she would like to
retain that perspective, if possible. Ms. Spiro expressed preference to defer this
item for at least a couple of weeks in order to provide an opportunity for other
applicants to signify possible interest.
BOY /GIRL SCOUTS - Government Day: City Manager Netter responded to Council inquiry that
the Boy & Girl Scouts Mock City Council meeting has been scheduled on the next
Council agenda as part of their participation in Government Day. Council
recognized the attendance of several Boy Scouts at tonight's Council meeting to
which Troop Leaders responded they were not here to make a presentation but
were attending the Council meeting for educational purposes.
PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC - Mayor's response letter and follow up: Mayor Eck referenced this
letter dated April 4, 1995 as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo pertaining to
recent power outages and related concerns.
MOBILE HOME PARK matter:
Mobile Home Park Purchase Program - Rancho Feliz and Valley Village - Assistant City Manager
Leivo shared results of today's meeting with Ecumenical Association for Housing
(EAH) Board Members and reviewed staff report on this item related to the
possible necessity of eminent domain actions to acquire the referenced mobile
home parks for the purpose of creating affordable housing. City Attorney Flitner
explained two ways for the City to acquire property. The official way is by
purchase and the other is by qualified eminent domain for use of convenience and
necessity. Mr. Flitner further explained eminent domain proceedings and
responded to Council questions.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by Vice
Mayor Spiro, as recommended by the City Attorney, for staff to proceed with
preparation of eminent domain preliminaries necessary for possibilities related to
acquiring Rancho Feliz and Valley Village Mobile Home Parks in order to have
the option in the background, was unanimously approved.
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CROSSBROOK APARTMENTS PROJECT. • City Manager Netter explained this item as reviewed
in the Council Meeting Memo pertaining to the recent sale of Crossbrook
Apartments to Bay Apartment Communities and the need to proceed with
refunding of designated bonds for the protection of affordable housing. He
advised that the required public hearing had been duly noticed and scheduled at
this time. Available at this meeting to respond to Council questions related to this
item were Jeff Baker of Bay Apartment Communities; Michelle W. Sexton, Legal
Counsel; and Phil Hoon of Sutro and Company, Financial Consultant.
PUBLICHEARING: Mayor Eck opened the public hearing at approximately 7:55 p.m. There being
no one desiring to speak, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
Resolution No.
95 -55
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND DELIVERY OF REVENUE
REFUNDING BONDS (`BONDS ") IN AN AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $9,000,000 FOR THE PURPOSE OF REFUNDING BONDS PREVIOUSLY ISSUED
TO PROVIDE FINANCING FOR A MULTIFAMILY RENTAL HOUSING PROJECT;
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN INDENTURE OF TRUST
PROVIDING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE
SALE OF THE BONDS; APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE
BOND PURCHASE CONTRACT PROVIDING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR THE
SALE OF THE BONDS; APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A
FINANCING AGREEMENT PROVIDING THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR THE
LOAN OF THE BOND PROCEEDS TO THE OWNERS NAMED THEREIN; APPROVING
AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF AN AMENDED AND RESTATED
REGULATORY AGREEMENT; APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION
AND DELIVERY OF ANY DOCUMENT NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT THIS
RESOLUTION; RATIFYING AND APPROVING ANY ACTION HERETOFORE TAKEN IN
fYINNFC CT ION WITH TIE BONDS TIE REFUNDING OF THE PRTOR BnN1)C
PROVIDING THAT THIS RESOLUTION SHALL CONSTITUTE APPROVAL OF THE
BONDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 147(f) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE
AND RELATED MATTERS
Upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Councilwoman Gallagher, and
unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 95 -55 was waived and said
resolution was adopted.
PLANNING AND ZONING matters:
File No. 1532 - Consideration of Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Consultant for General Plan -
City Manager Netter reported the three proposals received for this item were as
follows: 1) Elgar Hill - Environmental Analysis & Planning
2) Recon Environmental Corp.
3) Winzler and Kelly - Project Environmental Services
Mr. Netter referenced the separate staff report provided to Council explaining
reasons for selecting and recommending Recon Environmental Corp. He advised
Planning Director Skanchy was available to respond to Council questions.
Upon motion by Vice Mayor Spiro, seconded by Councilman Flores, the selection
of Recon Environmental Corp. as the EIR Consultant for the General Plan, as
recommended by staff, and the authorization for the City Manager to sign the
contract on behalf of the City, was unanimously approved.
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PLANNING AND ZONING matters: (cont'd)
File No. 1653 - Use Permit Appeal for a Day Care Center for 12 Children (Alvarado) -
Planning Director Skanchy reviewed staff report and related attachments
pertaining to this applicant's appeal of Planning commission conditions of approval
limiting the day care center to 9 children. Subject property is located at 1303
Middlebrook Way in the R -1 District. Mr. Skanchy responded to Council
questions confirming staff's recommendation to grant the request. Reference was
also made to letter received April 10, 1995, to be included in the record,
expressing opposition to this request from Bruce and Jenny Mackey of 1307
Middlebrook Way. Mrs. Alvarado explained that she and her husband were
available at this meeting to respond to any questions the Council might have
pertaining to this matter. She reviewed procedures of the Day Care Center and
advised that the schedules of the children are usually staggered with the exception
being summertime schedules. She asked about the possibility of placement of a
sign signifying "not a through street" or "children at play" for the designated cul-
de -sac area even though the children are not permitted to play in the street.
Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust responded there would be no
problem with placing a sign signifying "not a through street" which is a common
request for cul -de -sacs, but expressed opposition to "children at play" signs. Mr.
and Mrs. Alvarado further explained they have complied with all requests of the
City including removal of certain trees, etc. and that communications with most of
the surrounding neighbors has signified that the majority supports this request.
Discussion included appreciation expressed by Councilman Reilly to the
Alvarado's for providing the valuable day care service. Councilman Flores
referred to his direct involvement with the initial review of this matter as a former
Planning Commissioner. He sympathized with the situation and agreed it is a
valuable service but also understood there are some neighbors who have some
concerns, as expressed in letters received on this matter. There is nothing worse
than to have neighbor concerns, especially ones that are there for the long term.
Residents expect quiet and order and did not anticipate a business in the
neighborhood. Mr. Flores would be supportive of 9 or 10 children to reflect the
concerns of all the neighboring residents.
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Reilly, seconded by
Councilwoman Gallagher, with Councilman Flores dissenting, amending the
number of children from 9 to 12 at the above - referenced Day Care Center with a
review at the end of six months, was approved.
SALES TAX REVENUE SHARING PROPOSAL - AB 3505 (Valerie Brown)
Mayor Eck referenced this item as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo and
commented on his letter prepared for Council's consideration encouraging
Assemblywoman Valerie Brown not to give up on this effort and to continue
attempts to revise AB 3505 toward the result of other legislators being able to
support this necessary change.
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TRANSPORTATION matters:
Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) - April 3rd, 1995 meeting results - Mayor Eck
reviewed results of this meeting per agenda copies provided to Council with
notations by Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust signified as follows:
a) Approval of 1995 -96 AB 434 Projects (Resolution No. 95 -007) which includes
$55,694 for the Snyder Lane Bicycle Lane Striping;
b) Approval of 1995 -96 TDA Article 3 Bicycle Fund List (Resolution No. 95 -008)
which includes $64,550 for Commerce Blvd., Bicycle Path; and
C) The SCTA has signified "no support at this tune" for MTC sponsored SB 877
regarding the Regional Gas Tax Ballot Measure.
Julie Wood, 7292 Calcutta Court, questioned the above - referenced amount for bicycle lane striping to
which Director of Public Works/City Engineer Brust responded approximately
two - thirds of the total amount is for striping with the remaining one -third for other
related project costs including directive signs.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE -
Mayor Eck referenced letter dated April 10, 1995 from the Rohnert Park Chamber
of Commerce regarding this item and designated Vice Mayor Spiro as Council
Liaison to this newly formed Committee to begin in May 1995. Discussion
concluded that the liaison assignment would be sufficient, as compared to a
Council Committee, at least until Vice Mayor Spiro finds out what the work plan
is to be and reports back to Council.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE reports:
1. Temporary Youth Committee - City Manager Netter referenced flyers distributed to Council for
the informational meeting scheduled at 10:15 a.m. on April 13, 1995 at the Rancho
Cotate High School Library to encourage memberships for this Youth Committee.
2. Sportsdome Facility Proposal - Councilman Flores referenced letter dated April 10, 1995,
previously provided to Council, from Franklin Burroughs of Sportsdome U.S.A.
(Private Sector Development) and distributed to Council the Council Committee
report on this proposal. Both items reflected results of the recent meeting on the
Sportsdome proposal with the Council Committee Members Flores and Spiro, City
Manager Netter, Director of Recreation Pekkain and Mr. Frank Burroughs of
Sportsdome U.S.A./Private Sector Development. Councilman Flores and
Councilwoman Spiro reviewed contents of the Council Committee report and
responded to Council questions confirming their recommendation to approve the
concept of the sportsdome for Rohnert Park and authorize preparation of a formal
agreement by the Committee and staff for Council consideration. Discussion
included concerns /conunents about sufficient parking, limited spectator area
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location logic, interest of investors anticipated by the proposers without cost to
City, probable use by adult leagues vs. youth due to expenses, and proposed
revenues from renters of the facility.
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE reports: (cont'd)
Discussion concluded upon motion by Councilman Flores, seconded by Vice
Mayor Spiro, to proceed with development of contract language with City
Attorney assistance and to report back to Council to address above - reviewed
Sportsdome proposal concerns.
3. Building/Construction Review Committee - Councilwoman Gallagher summarized the brief meeting
with staff and this Council Committee comprised of herself and Councilman Reilly
regarding how to proceed with this matter. Related concerns were reviewed with
the City Attorney and the Committee should have a clear timeline and/or
procedural recommendation by next Council meeting. City Manager Netter
explained origination and background of the related list provided for Council's
review. Councilman Reilly commented on the need for tonight's meeting to be
discussed in closed session because of needing to address certain legal questions.
4. Sister Cities Committee - Vice Mayor Spiro reported that the Sister Cities Committee received a
vase from Hashimoto City in addition to the lantern and fourteen plants. These
gifts are very nice and greatly appreciated. The Sister Cities Committee is asking
Hashimoto City to refrain from further expenditure of additional gifts. The
financial aspect of the development of the Japanese garden has become a concern
and the Committee is working hard toward solutions. Contributions to this
wonderful cause would be greatly appreciated and anyone interested should
contact Committee Member Mike Grubler or Committee Chair Julie Yonemura.
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.
1. Mayor Eck referenced item #17 on Communications from the Mayor of Hashimoto City which
included reference to above - mentioned lantern gift and expressing concern about
recent flooding in California. The Mayor advised he would write a responding
letter of appreciation.
2. Vice Mayor Spiro referenced item #5 on Communications from Latino Peace Officers Association
regarding Public Safety Officer Daniel Marquez being honored as Hispanic Person
of the Year. Ms. Spiro recommended a letter of congratulations for same.
Council agreed the letter of congratulations to Officer Marquez should reflect the
direction of the Council.
3. Vice Mayor Spiro referenced item #11 on Communications from William H. Crabtree and
commented on the Santa Dorotea Circle traffic concerns expressed in his letter.
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MA TTERV FROAFFOR COUNCIL:
1. Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) - 1995 SPRING GENERAL ASSEMBLY to be
held at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco, Friday, April 21, 1995 - Vice Mayor
Spiro, as Liaison, advised she would be unable to attend this ABAG meeting
because of an important family matter. Councilwoman Gallagher, as Alternate
Liaison, advised she could not cancel pre - scheduled "Earth Day" events to attend
the ABAG meeting and asked if anyone else could attend. Mayor Eck responded
he would check his schedule regarding the possibility.
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in Cloverdale regarding the following appointments: (1) Airport Land Use
Commission; (2) Hazardous Materials Management Commission; and (3) Regular
Member and Alternate to LAFCO - Mayor Eck referenced letter dated April 4,
1995 from the Board of Supervisors regarding this formal reminder of the three
positions that will be open.
3. Redwood Landscaping; communications - Vice Mayor Spiro referenced letter dated March 27, 1995
from Redwood Landscaping reviewing additional efforts required for turf
maintenance resulting from recent rainy /warm weather. Ms. Spiro expressed
appreciation for the information prior to potential concerns anticipated. Mayor
Eck asked if arrangements could be made with Redwood Landscaping for mowing
weeds along Valley Village Mobile Home Park, west of the property, adjacent to
the railroad tracks.
4. Planning Commissioner's Institute - Vice Mayor Spiro referred to report dated March 28, 1995
from Planning Director Skanchy on the Planning Commissioner's Institute he
attended in March. Ms. Spiro requested a report providing more information on
the two issues referenced therein, i.e. proposals related to State mandates for
affordable housing and Federal cutbacks on programs like HUD.
5. Holiday Inn Project - Vice Mayor Spiro referred to communications signifying the lack of response
for this project and recommended a letter expressing support to the Board of
Supervisors. Mayor Eck responded a letter would be prepared over his signature
to Supervisor Smith and Supervisor Harberson indicating support of this project.
6. Economic Analysis of Residential Development Costs - Vice Mayor Spiro referred to the numbers
recently prepared for this item and to the packet from Mr. Jake Mackenzie vs. no
growth concepts from an article that was very good. Ms. Spiro questioned the
amount of money signified for these costs which she felt were inaccurate because
of the way they were calculated using information from a letter of three years ago.
She recommended an update using actual numbers since knowing the accurate
costs will be needed at some point. The report only advised of the City's costs
and does not acknowledge offsetting revenues. Mayor Eck responded the
problem with numbers involves consideration of continual changes which results irl
getting down to gut feelings, but going over specific details is the purpose of the
upcoming General Plan review. Discussion concluded in Council consent for
Councilwoman Spiro to prepare a response letter as she sees fit.
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7. P.G.& E - Emergency Phone Numbers - Councilwoman Gallagher expressed appreciation for
P.G.& E. Representative David LaFever recently providing the 24 hour emergency
phone numbers for electrical and gas problems.
8. Upcoming; schedules - Councilwoman Gallagher questioned when the General Plan Committee
starts meeting and when do budget reviews start as she wanted to start planning
ahead for those two schedules.
9. Rohnert Park Expressway/Hwy 101 Overpass Improvements - Councilwoman Gallagher said she
thought this item was supposed to be scheduled on tonight's agenda to decide
about widening or loop reviewed at the previous Council meeting. City Manager
Netter responded staff is proceeding with the recommendation previously
presented at the Council meeting of March 14, 1995. Director of Public
Works /City Engineer Brust explained substituting the loop for the widening but
with retaining the ability to put the loop in later. Councilwoman Gallagher
expressed preference for the loop as she did not feel a wider overpass would
decrease the amount of time vehicles are backed up at the intersection, that she
would not have voted in favor of the widening, and that she did not recall Council
concurrence of the directive at the referenced Council meeting. Discussion
concluded upon directive by Mayor Eck to place this item on the next Council
agenda for a formal vote with inclusion of acknowledgment by Councilman Flores
that the majority of the Council previously indicated approval to proceed with the
widening as recommended by staff. Mayor Eck responded to directional inquiry
from City Manager Netter, that placement of the item on the next agenda does not
represent a change in directive, but will establish a formal vote for the record.
10. Bike Path Trash Cans - Mayor Eck inquired about the progress toward providing trash cans along
bike paths. City Manager Netter responded that Purchasing Agent Caroline
Gabriel provided previous information on metal trash cans which was not
appealing. She is now proceeding with efforts toward obtaining the cement
aggregate type receptacles.
11. Abandoned Shopping Carts - Mayor Eck inquired about the progress of solution for this item. City
Manager Netter responded three stores have initiated voluntary cart pick ups. He
also indicated that he would be meeting with the other stores in the near future.
The item may need further Council review and consideration if the others do not
participate in the voluntary pick up program.
12. Parks Recycling Program - Councilman Reilly asked about the progress of efforts toward recycling
provisions in the City parks. City Manager Netter responded he would check into
the status of the pilot program that was instituted.
13. Mayors' and Councilmembers' Association - Discussion Group Meeting, Thursday, April 27, 1995
at 7:00 p.m., Mayor's Conference Room, City Hall, Santa Rosa - City Manager
Netter announced this meeting and request from the City of Cotati for Mayor Eck
to represent a designated meeting report because Sandy Ellis will not be able to
attend this meeting.
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CITY MANAGER ',V REPORT.•
1. Proposed Change in Job Description/Title of Personnel Assistant II - City Manager Netter advised
of the notice of resignation from an employee in the Personnel Department and the
need for an updated job description and title in preparation of filling the vacancy.
Mr. Netter responded to Council questions related to proposed changes toward
more efficiency in personnel procedures.
2. Delivery of 14 plants from Hashimoto City - City Manager Netter advised Vice Mayor Spiro
previously reported on this item under Council Committee reports and that a thank
you letter will be prepared accordingly.
3. Family Health Faire at the Senior Center, 6800 Hunter Dr., from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Saturday,
May 13th, 1995 - City Manager Netter announced the scheduling of this event.
4. Status of Holiday Inn Project - City Manager Netter referred to this item reviewed earlier during
this meeting related to recent newspaper articles and lack of response for this
project. He confirmed a letter will be prepared over the Mayor's signature
signifying support along with support of most of the other cities. As mentioned by
the City of Santa Rosa, Mr. Netter advised he would be checking into possibilities
pertaining to the use of redevelopment funds for this project and would report
vacn 10 Council regarding results of same.
5. Hazardous Waste Management Day - Saturday, April 8, 1995 - City Manager Netter reported on
the success of this event. Mr. Netter referenced memorandum from Sonoma
County Waste Management Agency dated April 10, 1995 reporting on procedures
for handling the explosive (a small can of ethyl ether, less than 6 oz.,) received at
the Rohnert Park Household Toxics Roundup. Council expressed appreciation to
all parties involved for successfully managing this situation.
CITYATTORNEY'S REPORT.•
1. Analysis of DeVita v. County of Napa (General Plan Initiative) - City Attorney Flitner referenced
his analysis on this item distributed at the previous Council meeting. He reviewed
contents therein and responded to related Council questions confirming that the
decision handed down by the California Supreme Court holds that the referenced
initiative measure proposed and enacted by the Napa County electorate, is lawful,
with terms for designated portions o f the Ge Ve. all Plan until ♦Lh e year IA2A
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UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
Mayor Eck asked if there were any additional unscheduled public appearances at
this time.
Linda Branscomb, 6586 Commerce Blvd., #188, asked when lobbying the County Supervisors, if
concerns could be expressed about budget cuts. She said it seems they are cutting
everything and she could understand the budget concerns related to federal
cutbacks, but could not understand not even supporting a letter seeking funds for
the Holiday Inn Project. She also commented on the awareness of homelessness
and recommended contacting the owner of Sonoma Grove for possibilities related
to adding Sonoma Grove to the purchase program along with the mobile home
parks for retention of affordable housing. She said the residents would like to
retain the trailer park and would not want to go into high density development.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Eck adjourned the meeting at
approximately 9:14 p.m.
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