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1991/08/13 City Council MinutesRohnert Park City Council Minutes August 13, 1991 The Council of the City of Rohnert Park m-t this date in regular session commncing 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 6:54 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance. Mayor Eck advised that a closed session commenced this evening at 6:00 p.m. to discuss litigation matters, personnel matters and real estate negotiations. He said no action was taken and there was nothing to report at this time. ROLL CALL Present: (4) Councilmembers Hollingsworth, Reilly, Spiro and Mayor Eck Absent: (1) Councilman Hopkins (out of town on business) Staff present for all or part of the meting: City Manager Netter, City Attorney Flitner, Assistant to the City Manager Leivo, Director of Public Safety Dennett and Director of Recreation Pekkain. Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Councilmember Spiro, seconded by Councilmember Hollingsworth, except for correction by Councilmmber Reilly on page 18 to include that his reason for voting no on the Home Depot Project was due to concerns regarding traffic irrpacts, the minutes of July 23, 1991 were unanimously approved as submitted. Approval of Bills Upon motion by Councilmember Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmmber Spiro, and unanimously approved, the bills presented per the attached list in the amount of $1,845,995.48 were approved. Non- agendaed Mayor Eck queried if any Councilmmber had any non - agendaed Matters items to add to the agenda. Councilman Reilly and Councilmember Spiro each said they had one miscellaneous item to add under Matter from Council. City Manager Netter said he had four brief items to add under City Manager's Report. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (2) Auqust 13, 1991 Unscheduled Public Mayor Eck stated that in conpliance with State Law (The Brown Appearances Act), anyone in the audience w4io wished to make a comment may do so at this time. In mst cases under legislation of the new Brown Act, the Council cannot handle an item without aqendizing. To ensure accurate recording, "Speaker Cards" are provided at the entrance of the Chamber and unscheduled public appearances are requested to fill out the cards and present to recording clerk after speaking. ROBERT ELZE Robert Elze, 2340 Cobblestone Drive, Santa Rosa, representing the Double "C" Steelers Softball Team said the team qualified for the national tournament in Birmingham, Alabama on September 14 and 15, 1991, that Council approved funding assistance two years ago to participate in the nationals, and that this is the ninth year the team has successfully qualified for the national tournament. He said this year they would like to host a tournarmnt in B Park to help defray the approximately $5,000 to $6,000 costs to qo to the Alabama national tournament. Discussion followed during which Mr. Elze responded to Council inquiry that at least nine of the thirteen players on the team were from Rohnert Park. Mayor Eck introduced Recreation Director Pekkain, who was present in the audience, and advised that this request should be directed to the Parks and Recreation Department for handling. C O N S E N T C A L E N D A R Mayor Eck queried if anyone had any questions regarding the matters on the Consent Calendar which were explained in the City Manager's Council Meetinq M-emo. Councilmember Spiro said she had a question regarding Resolution No. 91 -170 and requested removal of same from the Consent Calendar. Council concurred. Councilman Reilly requested that Resolution Nos. 91 -163 and 91 -165 also be removed from the Consent Calendar. Council concurred. Acknowledging the City Manager /Clerk's report on the posting of the agenda. Resolution No.91 -160 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR SEALED PROPOSALS, ROHNERT PARK PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING SECURITY SYSTEM, PROJECT NO, 1988 -18 Resolution No.91 -161 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK ACCEPTING GRANT DEED FROM CONDIOTTI EN'T'ERPRISES (for Parcels A & B, Spreckels Place No. 8) Resolution No.91 -162 A RESOLUTION DECLARING SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING APPLICATION THEREOF, CAMINO COLEGIO ASSESSMENT DISTRICT, PROJECT 1985 -1 Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (3) August 13, 1991 Resolution No.91- -164 RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK ESTABLISHING IavA RETIREM[Wr CORPORATION AS CO- ADMINISTRATOR OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN Resolution No.91 -166 RESOLUTION APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH NDRATO'S TAEKWONDO CENTER FOR USE OF ACTIVITY ROOM AT SPORTS CENTER Resolution No.91 -167 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN EXTENSION TO A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH KONOCTI GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL FOR USE OF THE SCOUT HUT Resolution No.91 -168 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING REVISIONS TO THE SONOMA COUNTY HAZARDOUS WASTE MJAGEMENT PLAN Resolution No.91 -169 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A JOB DESCRIPTION AND SETTING A PAY RATE FOR PERFORMING ARTS CENTER PART -TINE GROUP SALES COORDINATOR Resolution No. 91-171 A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK SUPPORTING NORTH BAY 101 CORRIDOR COMM CAMPAIGN Resolution No.91 -172 A RESOLUTION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT, TRAFFIC SIGNAL: ROHNERT PARK EXPRESSWAY /LABATH AVE., PROJECT NO. 1989 -13 Approval of Parcel Map No. 139 and acceptance of dedication of storm drain easement and public utility easements on 2.59 acre parcel, split into two (2) lots at Redwood Drive and Willis Avenue. Upon motion by Councilmember Hollinqsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, except for Resolution Nos. 91- 163, 91 -165 and 91 -170, the Consent Calendar as outlined on the meeting's agenda was approved. Resolution No.91 -163 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK MAKING APPLICATION TO THE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION (LAFCO) TO INITIATE PROCEEDINGS FOR REORGANIZATION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY KNOWN AS ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBERS 045- 055 -4, 5 AND 6 PURSUANT TO THE CORTESE /KNOX LOCAL GOVERMENT REORGANIZATION ACT OF 1985 Councilman Reilly said this resolution has to do with the Home Depot and, since he voted against the ordinance regarding this matter at the previous Council meeting, felt he should vote against this resolution for the same reasons concerning traffic impacts. He requested clarification on the difference between this resolution and Council's previous action. Mayor Eck said he also voted against the Home Depot at the previous Council meeting, but did not see this resolution as the same situation since this item seemed to be an administrative act due to Council's approval of the Home Depot project. He said not adopting the resolution tonight would only delay the necessary action for two weeks. Mayor Eck asked for City Attorney's opinion regarding this matter. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (4) August 13, 1991 City Attorney Flitner responded that this resolution extends the boundaries, if LAFCO allows same, and that it Just applies to the chanqe of boundaries rather than how the land is used. He confirmed that voting for this item would be asking that the boundaries be changed and not specific to the Home Depot project. Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, Resolution No. 91 -163 was adopted by the following vote: AYES: (3) Councilmembers Hollingsworth, Spiro and Mayor Eck NOES: (1) Councilman Reilly ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hopkins Resolution No.91 -165 RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK APPROVING AN AGREEMENT FOR COLLECTION OF REAL PROPERTY TRANSFER TAX WITH THE COUNTY OF SONOMA Councilman Reilly said he basically had the same question regarding this resolution as expressed on the preceding one in that he voted against the Real Property Transfer Tax at the previous Council meeting. He asked what was the difference between this resolution and the one previously acted upon. Discussion followed during which City Manager Netter confirmed that Council's approval of the Real Property Transfer Tax at its previous meeting actually established the collecting agency and said tonight's resolution is strictly an administrative act. Further discussion followed during which City Attorney Flitner explained administrative versus policy acts. Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilm nber Spiro, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 91 -165 was adopted. Resolution No.91 -170 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN EXTENSION TO THE SFC[1RTTV A(,RF'FT*W. r BETWEEN ACTORS' EQUITY ASSOCIATION AND THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK FOR THE PACIFIC ALLIANCE STAGE COMPANY'S 1991 -92 SEASCNV UNDER THE BAY AREA THEATRE CONTRACT Councilmember Spiro commented on the ratio between union actors and non -union actors and asked if Performing Arts Director Grice received pay through Pacific Alliance Stage Company for acting in addition to his City salary. City Nbnager Netter responded "no ". Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, Resolution No. 91 -170 was adopted. Rohnert P.-ark City Council Minutes (5) August 13, 1991 , =ONOMA COUNTY Jane Bender, Co- Director of Sonoma County ReLeaf referenced ReLFAF PROJECT copies provided to Council of her letters dated July 12, 1991 and Aucrust 8, 1991 with attached folder containing flyers, brochures and ReLeaf Spring 1991 News Quarterly, as well as resolution reconmendation for Council's consideration dated August 13, 1991, and shared contents therein explaining the pilot program for planting of street trees throughout the conTnunity entitled "A Shade Better ". She distributed to Council copies of statement from P. G. & E. supporting such energy efficiency programs and shared contents therein (copy attached to original set of these minutes) . Ms. Bender requested Council's approval for staff assistance in getting the ReLeaf program information out to the residents such as through publication in the City's Newsletter. City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of staff report regarding this project with attached resolution for consideration. Maureen Middlebrook, Public Affairs Representative for P G & E responded to Council questions regarding the remaining 25% alternate energy sources including wind, solar, hydro and congeneration projects. She confirmed that windmills were definitely not planned for this area and said there were very specific requirements for that particular energy source which prohibit consideration for this area. Resolution No.91 -173 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CITY PARTICIPATION IN THE SONOMA COUNTY RELEAF PROGRAM Upon motion by Councilman Hollinqsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, to provide staff assistance as requested for the ReLeaf Program and merge contents of the two resolutions presented into one resolution, Resolution No. 91 -173 was adopted. GANG ACTIVITY City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of memorandum dated August 8, 1991 from Director of Public Safety Dennett regarding the meaning of "certified" gangs. Director of Public Safety Dennett referenced his above - mentioned report and shared contents therein explaining the recent designation of a Rohnert Park gang as a "certified" gang, the leqalities involved and consequences attached being more severe that hopefully will discourage young people from joining commmity gangs. Discussion followed during which Chief Dennett responded to various Council questions regarding this matter. In response to Council inquiry regarding other counties or cities having the adverse problem of youth wanting to join a gang because of being certified, Chief Dennett said he did not know if that has ever happened but he could check with the District Attornev. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (6) August 13, 1991 PERFORMING ARTS 1.a) "California Young Woman of the Year" Scholarship Program - CENTER MATTERS City Manager Netter said there were two items to review regarding the California Young Woman of the Year program. He shared contents of copies provided to Council of letter dated August 9, 1991 from Michael P. Rosen requesting $1,000 for this event's scholarship program of which Thursday, August 15, 1991 will be highlighted as " Rohnert Park Night ". A motion was made by Councilmember Spiro, seconded by Councilman Hollingsworth, and unanimously approved, to contri- bute $1,000 toward scholarships for the California Young Woman of the Year Program. Discussion followed regarding the possibility of the Mayor or Vice Nbyor attending the scholarship program even though the Housing Forum is also scheduled for the evening of August 15th, 1991. Councilman Reilly volunteered to leave the Housing Forum early to attend the Young Woman of the Year event in order to present the scholarship check. 1.b) Use of Performing Arts Center & Community Center - City N uiager Netter referenced copies provided to Council of staff report regarding schedule /rental fees for the proposed use of listed City facilities by "California Young Woman of the Year" for August 1992. He said this program has been held at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts in Santa Rosa- for the past several years and they now desire to locate to Rohnert Park. Mr. Netter reviewed explanation as outlined in the Council Naetinq_ Memo and said staff recommends approval of this program in the City of Rohnert Park. Discussion followed during which Council concluded consensus to recommend moving the "California Young Woman of the Year" Program to the City of Rohnert Park as recommended by staff. 2) 1991 -92 Season Subscriptions Update - City Manaqer Netter referenced copies provided to Council of staff report regarding subscription update as of July 31, 1991 of the Performing Art Center's Resident Companies totaling 427 with subscription income amount of annroxima +Pl., fi ?a nnn uo reviewed specific details as outlined in the Council Feting Nbrw and said the 1991 -92 subscription season is going quite well and the Center has sold well above the previous year's subscriptions. PARKS AND RECREATION Proposed Facility Usage Fees - City Manager Netter said copies COMMISSION MATTERS were provided to Council of resolution for consideration with staff report dated August 6, 1991 regarding proposed facility fees. Director of Recreation Pekkain reviewed proposed facility fees as outlined in his above- referenced staff report. He said these fees have not been increased since 1988 and, as shown by Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (7) Auqust 13, 1991 the rate structure provided for Council's review,. the City of Rohnert Park is still very competitive as compared to the neighboring Cities of Santa Rosa and Petaluma. Discussion followed during which Recreation Director Pekkain responded to Council concerns regarding cleanup charges for weekend usage as compared to no cleanup charge for week day usage and confirmed payment of security deposit and that the referenced groups are doing a good job with their own cleanup efforts. Resolution No.91 -174 A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE FACILITY USAGE FEES AT VARIOUS ROHNERT PARK RECREATION CENTERS Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, reading of Resolution No. 91 -174 was waived, and said resolution was adopted. RECESS Mayor Eck declared a recess at approximately 7:30 p.m. in order to proceed with the Community Development Agency meeting as scheduled on the agenda. RECONVENE Mayor Eck reconvened the Council meeting at approximately 8:18 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. CRANE MMON FESTIVAL 1) Corporate Games - Mayor Eck expressed appreciation to Crane Nblon Festival representatives and photographers for Crane Melon T- shirts distributed to Council during the above - referenced recess and for taking pictures of Councilmembers wearing the T- shirts for promotion of the up- coming event. Mayor Eck said he would run in the cross country relay as requested. City Manager Netter referenced copies provided to Council of staff report regarding Crane Melon Festival Corporate Games during the September 5th through 14th event in which the City and other local businesses have been invited to participate. He shared contents of the report as reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo specifically regarding payment of the $250 registration fee for a City sponsored team and Workers' Compensation /liability exposure relating to City employee participation in the games. He said it is staff's recommendation that the City pay the registration fee for the City sponsored team and assume the insurance liabilities as part of doing business. Discussion followed. A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, to pay the $250 registration fee for City participation in the Crane Melon Festival as recommended by staff. 7,ohnert Park City Council Minutes a) August 13, 1991 2) city Msnager Netter referenced copies provided to Council of staff memo reminding Council of Rohnert Park /Crane Mblon Festival Day at Candlestick Park on Sunday, August 18th, 1991 and shared details as outlined in the Council Nbetinq Memo. 3) Assistant to the City Manager_ referenced copies provided to Council of 7;t.aff report and the resolution for consideration reaarding a lease aqreement with Crane Melon (non - profit corporation) for use of vacant city land (hospital site) at the corner of the Expressway at Snyder Lane and shared contents therein as detailed in the Council Feting Nbma. Discussion followed during which Crane Melon Festival Representative Beth Jeffcoat responded to Council concerns expressed regarding the participation of Rohnert Park businesses in this event as compared to surrounding_ areas to make sure Rohnert Park is not competing against its non - profit orqanizations. She said 90% of the non - profit participants •: -ire primarily from Rohnert Park. Council concluded that as long as the event is advertised like the example of the T- shirts distributed tonigint, then the representation of the City of Rohnert Park is clear and all outside businesses should be encouraged to come and participate. Resolution No.91 -175 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CRANE MELON FESTIVAL, INC. AND THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK PERTAINING TO THE TEMPORARY USE OF CERTAIN LAND OWNED BY THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, .seconded by Councilmemoer Spiro, and unanimously approved, readinq of Resolution No. 91 -175 was waived, and said resolution was adopted. 4) Request for Use of City equipment and temporary sign program - City Manager Netter referenced copies provided to Council of staff memo with attached letter of dated August 1, 1991 from Crane Melon Festival requesting the use of an auger for drilling holes for temporary signs throughout private property in the City as well as two Cushmans for light duty hauling on the Festival site. He said the Festival is also requesting permission for a signing program for the event which has been submitted to the Planning Commission for its approval, after which recommendations will be made to Council. Mr. Netter reviewed further details as explained in the Council Meeting Memo including Crane Melon's request for Rohnert Park to complete an historical display booth with request for staff assistance to Millie Hamill's participation in manning the booth. A motion was made by Councilman. Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, to authorize the Festival's use of City equipment, temporary sign program and arrangements for historical booth as recommended by staff. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (9) August 13, 1991 MDBILE HOME RENT 1) City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of AP PEALS r.3OARD four Fact Sheets received to date regarding the vacancy on the Nbbile Home Rent Appeals Board, two of which were distributed to Council at the beginning of tonight's meeting due to reception of same after delivery of meeting packets to Council. Councilman Hollingsworth introduced applicant Patty Coe, 409 Corte Pintado, and said she would be his nomination to fill the current vacancy. A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, to appoint Patty Coe to the Nbbile Home Rent Appeals Board. Nhyor Eck said the next vacancy to the Rent Appeals Board would be his nomination, that he needed time to review the applications received tonight before giving further consideration to the matter. City Manager Netter said applicants had been invited to tonight's Council meeting to meet Councilmembers and respond to possible questions. He said with the receipt of these applications, it would enable Council to give consideration to Vern Smith's recent letter of resignation from the Rent Appeals Board. George Horwedel, 7669 Camino Colegio and Attorney Richard Brody, 1313 Megan Place, introduced themselves to Council as applicants to the Rent Appeals Board. Gerald Blue, 1511 Griffen Way, also applicant to same, was not present. Mayor Eck said there would be no questions at this time, but the applicants would be contacted later and this item would be scheduled on the next Council agenda. 2) City Manager Netter shared contents of copies provided to Council of his memo dated August 13, 1991 regarding recommendations for nomination order and staggering Rent Appeals Board appointments (copy attached to original set of these minutes). A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, to approve staff .recommendations regarding nomination order and staggering of Rent Appeals Board appointments. GRDINANCES FOR Cit y copies Manager Netter referenced co g p' provided to Council of ADOPTION Ordinance Nos. 542 through 546, all of which were introduced at the previous Council meeting. Discussion followed regarding consideration of a motion to waive readings and adopt the ordinances separately similar to Consent Calendar action. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (10) August 13, 1991 Councilman. Reilly requested Ordinance No. 546 be removed from the motion. A resident signified that he had comments to make regarding Ordinance No. 544. Council concurred to remove Ordinance Nos. 544 and 546 from the motion. Ordinance No. 542 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ROHNERT PARK M- UICIPAL CODE, TITLE 15, SECTION 15.40.020 (Capital Outlay Fund Fees) Ordinance No. 543 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMAZING THE ROHNERT PARK MJNICIPAL CODE, SECTION 15.16.050 (ELECTRICAL) AND SECTION 15.020.040 (PLLbBING) (To Adjust Permit Fees) Ordinance No. 545 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, REQUIRE"=S FOR ANIIv�AL ADOPTION Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilman Reilly, and unanimously approved, reading of Ordinance Nos. 542, 543 and 545 were waived and said ordinances were adopted. )rdinance No. 544 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 401, AND SECTION 6.28.070 OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE (Redemption Fees for Inpounded Animals) Mayor Eck said public comwnts regarding this ordinance could be heard at this time. PAUL P. GREGORIAN Paul P. Gregorian, 5739 Davis Circle, expressed concern regarding enforcement of impounding fees and questioned exanples of releasing animals in certain cases and said every situation should receive impartial treatment to enforce the law. He asked what were the proposed amount for impound fees and said he would like to know whether or not the fees were sufficient to cover expenses. Council provided a copy of the ordinance to Mr. Gregorian for information regarding amounts of impound fees and City Manager Netter said the concerns expressed would be referred to the Director of Public Safety. Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, readino of Ordinance No. 544 was waived, and said ordinance was adopted. Ordinance No. 546 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE PREZONING MAP CHANGE - CITY OF ROHNERT PARK PLANNING FILE NO. 1452 Councilman Reilly said he voted against the introduction of this ordinance at the previous Council meeting because he was against the annexation and against the zoning changes necessary to accommodate the Home Depot project with the clarification, as previously expressed, that he was not against the project itself but has concerns regarding traffic congestion. Rohnert Park Citv Council Minutes (11) August 13, 1991 A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro; to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 546 and adopt said ordinance. Mayor Eck queried if this ordinance affected the LAFCO resolution previously handled on tonight's Consent Calendar connected with the Home Depot project to which City Manager Netter responded that it did because of the need to be properly zoned and that LAFCO would want to know that any referenced projects were approved before giving consideration to any further action. Mayor Eck acknowledged the difficulty of casting his vote in favor of adopting this ordinance since he also voted against its introduction at the previous Council meeting, but said without the presence of full Council tonight, his vote against the adoption of the ordinance would only delay proceedings for two weeks. He requested that a roll call vote be taken. The above motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilrrember Spiro, to adopt Ordinance No. 546, was approved by the following roll call vote: AYES: (3) Councilmembers Hollingsworth, Spiro and Mayor Eck NOES: (1) Councilman Reilly ABSENT: (1) Councilman Hopkins PROPERTY ABATEI,,= City Manager Netter updated Council on the 7608 Blair Avenue 7608 Blair Avenue property abatement and said work continues to progress at a positive pace. The exterior work has been completed and interior work is continuing. Staff will keep Council informed as this project continues toward completion. HEALTHY CITIES PROJECT -1) Update on Tobacco Free City Project (1990 -91 project) - Assistant to the City Manager Leivo referenced copies pro- vided to Council of his two reports dated August 7, 1991 reqarding 1) Tobacco Free City Project Accomplishments and 2) Comparison of Costs and Participation in the California Healthy Cities Project and shared contents as outlined in the Council M=etinq Memo. 2) Draft Project Plan 1991 -92 - Assistant to the City Manager Leivo referenced copies provided to Council of letter dated July 9, 1991 from California Healthy Cities Project Director Joan M. Twiss regarding its Draft Project Plan for 1991 -92 and shared contents therein as outlined in Council Meeting Memo. 3) Charter City Renewal Application 1991 -92 - Assistant to the City Manager Leivo referenced copies provided to Council of staff report and resolution for consideration regarding participation criteria for chartered cities as outlined in the above - referenced Draft Plan for 1991 -92 and shared contents therein which were also reviewed in the Council Meeting Memo. Rohnert Park Citv Council Minutes (12) August 13, 1991 Discussion followed during which consideration was given to Councilman Hollingsworth's recommendation of turning this matter over to the COMTunity Outreach for Youth and Families (COYF) since it is dealing in the human services area. Acknowledgment was made regarding extensive staff time involved in the efforts of this project to date with conclusion that as much staff time would still probably be required it would still be required even in referring the matter to COYF Committee. Due to information provided by staff that the August COW meeting had been canceled, Council concluded not to delay action on the referenced Charter City Renewal Application prior to referring the project to COYF Committee. Then in September, the COYF Committee could approve a specific project for Healthy Cities, continue or eliminate the program. Resolution No.91 -176 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CHARTER CITY RENEWAL APPLICATION FOR THE CALIFORNIA HEALTHY CITIES PROJECT (1991 -1992) AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY NANAGER TO EXECUTE SANE A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, to waive the reading of Resolution No. 91 -176 and adopt same approving the Charter City renewal application with a generic program (no specific project) to be refined, continued or eliminated by the COYF Committee at its September meeting, and thereafter, the California Healthy Cities Project would be controlled by the Comminity Outreach for Youth and Families (COYF) Committee. PLANNING AND ZONING: City Manaqer Netter said a public hearing had been noticed and File No. 1400 scheduled at this time for Planning File No. 1400 - University Center Project (retail commercial shoppinq center) Draft Environmental Impact Report for a proposed 11.8 acre neighborhood shopping center on East Cotati Avenue near Sonorm State University. He said the Planning Commission did hear public comments at its meeting of August 8, 1991 resulting in designation of tonight's nubl ir- haa_ririn +., be continued 10 •.,., ..+�, ..VLL�.. iLLUC,lA %,V I,LLC. Council meeting of August 27, 1991. Copies were provided to Council of separate staff reports regarding this item. City Attorney Flitner responded to Council inquiry that a public hearing should proceed tonight since it had been noticed, and continued to the next Council meeting. Public Hearing Mayor Eck opened the public hearing at approximately 8:44 p.m. There being no one desiring to speak, Nbyor Eck advised that this public hearing would be continued to the next Council meeting. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (13) August 13, 1991 COUNCIL CO"41= REPORT City of Cotati/ Mayor Eck shared contents of copies provided to Council of 'Redwood Drive memorandum dated August 6, 1991 from Council Committee con-prised of himself and Councilman Hopkins regarding recent meting held on July 30th with City of Cotati on in-pacts on Redwood Drive due to Rohnert Park's comrercial development. He said it was the general consensus of the committee that Rohnert Park would be responsible for 50% of the Copeland Creek Bridge and up to 25% of the cost of the traffic signal at Redwood Drive and Highway 116. He said, at this point, the only thing to do is direct staff to meet with Cotati staff regarding review of the costs involved for the bridge and traffic signal and report back to Council regarding same. A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, directing staff to meet with Cotati staff regarding review of the above - referenced costs as recommended by Council Committee. Discussion followed during which City Manager Netter responded to Council inquiry regarding the possibility of utilizing Comninity Development Agency funds for this type of cost and said CDA funds do not necessarily have to be in a specified project area as long as the expenditure benefits the project area. WATER,SEWER & GARBAGE City Manager Netter said in response to request from Proposed Program Councilman Reilly, as well as previous indication from several for Discount Rates Councilmembers in the past, and several letters received recently mainly from senior citizens residing alone, staff is checking with other non - metered agencies regarding a proposed water, sewer and garbage discount rate program that addresses the senior or single occupant family. Mr. Netter shared comments as reviewed in the Council Feting Memo. Discussion followed during which Council agreed that staff should continue checking with non - metered cities that have worked out hardship type arrangements. Comments were made regarding the need to remain non - discriminatory, as well as the need to be careful that the City's financial picture stay in the black. City Manager confirmed that a month would be adequate time for staff to obtain the needed information and prepare a recommendation for Council's review. AB 939 PLAN City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of staff report with attached summaries of Preliminary Drafts of the Household Hazardous Waste Element (HHWE) and the Source Reduction and Recycling Element (SSRE) of the AB 939 Plan. He said the City has received the two referenced large volumes regarding these elements as prepared by Brown Vence and Associates in cooperation with all the other cities in the County and the County of Sonoma. Mr. Netter said the item was placed on the agenda because of the requirement that City Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (14) August 13, 1991 Council must hold two formal public hearings prior to completion of the AB 939 Plan and, therefore, staff recommends holding informal public work shops to review the two elements prior to the required public hearings. Assistant to the City Manager Leivo reviewed contents of above- referenced staff report as outlined in the Council Meeting Memo and responded to various Council questions. Particular attention was given to Table 9.1 regarding the anticipated ten fold increase of estimated costs over the next five years from $228,000 in 1992 to $2.1 million in 1996. Mr. Leivo confirmed that the consultant will provide additional copies of the referenced volumes. Discussion followed during which Council agreed a work shop should be scheduled toward the end of September to allow sufficient reading and review time of the large volumes with confirmation by City Manager Netter that this timing would still allow three months to review the matter prior required deadlines. Mayor Eck said specific dates for the work shops would be decided and announced later. Transportation 1) Sonoma County Transit Authority Draft Congestion Management matters: Plan (CW) - City Manager Netter shared contents of copies provided to Council of memo dated August 6, 1991 from Director of Public Works Brust regarding attached copy of Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) draft Congestion Management Program (CfvP) and Draft EIR for Council's review and comment. W. Netter said the first work shop hearing for SCTA was held on August 5, 1991 with another work shop proposed in September and a final public hearing in October. Final documents are scheduled for submittal to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MI'C) in November, 1991. The CMP is the regulating document required for eligibility to receive gas tax funds provided under Proposition 111 legislation. For fiscal year 1991 -92 the City of Rohnert Park is estimated to be eligible for $158,000. Discussion followed during which comments were made regarding specific changes in terms of numbers in the report as a result of projects like Price Club, Wal -mart, etc. City Manager confirmed that Council should share any comments and /or concerns regarding this matter to City Engineer Brust for submittal to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission. 2) Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) Policies regarding Transportation Development Act (TDA) Funds - City Manager Netter shared contents of copies provided to Council of memo dated August 6, 1991 with attachments from Director of Public Works /City Engineer Brust regarding the metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) change in policy for the distribution and use of Transportation Development Act (TDA) Funds. He said the memo outlines four different points recommending' that the City respond back to MCC item by item Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (15) August 13, 1991 (copy attached to original set of these minutes). Mr. Netter said a letter has been prepared responding to these items as outlined if Council agrees with said comments. Discussion followed. Upon motion by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, Council agreed with City Engineer's report and approved letter to MTC regarding same as recommended by staff. 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. Councilman Hollingsworth referred to item 28 on the Communications list from The King and His Court and asked about the referenced Mayor's letter to which City Manager Netter said the letter from the Mayor was a response rejecting a particular request for waiver of fees at the stadium. Mayor Eck acknowledged that it would not be possible to accept the golfing invitation mentioned in the letter and said he did not think free tickets should be offered. City Manager Netter referred to item 13 on the Communications list regarding petition from Emily Avenue residents opposing recreational vehicle as living unit and said the corresponding letter had been sent to Kathleen Burnham, as directed by Council at its previous meeting, with decision not to allow a variance to the Zoning Ordinance to permit her recreational vehicle in the driveway of 1154 Emily Avenue. Mr. Netter said both the opposition letter and City Attorney's letter were attached to Ms. Burnham's letter, and that the resident petition referenced herein was also forwarded to Ms. Burnham for her information. City Manager's Report:l) Chamber of Commerce Lease Agreement - City Manager Netter referenced copies provided to Council of Chamber of Commerce Lease Agreement which Council approved last year and said staff inadvertently missed reviewing this agreement during the recent budget review. He explained the figures in the existing agreement as outlined in the Council Meeting Memo and recommended approval of the yearly sum of $36,000 plus the CPI percentage determined at 4.4 %, which computes to $1,584 increase, equaling the total amount of $37,584 for the City's 1991 -92 Budget Year, and that the Finance Director be instructed to include this amount in the final budget. A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, to honor the agreement with the Chamber of Commerce and include it in the City's 1991 -92 Budget as recomroex>ded by staff. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (16) August 13, 1991 2) Valley Village Mobile Home Park owners lawsuit - City Manager Netter informed Council that the City received a lawsuit from Valley Village Mobile Home Park owners which alleges inverse condemnation similar to cases previously received from various other mobile home parks. He said this lawsuit has been filed, as had the others, in order to protect their rights under the statutes of limitation. City Attorney reviewed rent control lawsuit proceedings to date and explained reasons the filed suits have not been activated because of waiting to see what will be done in the case regarding the City of Escondido since there is a conflict in State versus Federal rules. Mr. Flitner commented on the complications of mobile home units becoming more valuable while the courts become less valuable, asked if there were further Council questions and, being none, said the matter is under control at this time. 3) Food and beverage facility at north golf course - City Manager Netter said copies were provided to Council of letter dated July 24, 1991 from Robert L. Ramsey, Attorney and letter dated July 29, 1991 from Romans T. Reed opposing the proposed temporary food and beverage facility at the north golf course. He said with the receipt of several protests regarding this matter, staff is working with the Council Committee (Hollingsworth and Hopkins) and Jack Anderson, Manager of lvbuntain Shadows in an attempt to reconcile the complaints and see if there is another location that would be acceptable without citizen outcry. Discussion followed during which comparisons were made with the view of the Red Lion Inn from neighboring homes, that the proposed facility would be attractive and there is no location that would not be in view of homes and, therefore, there will probably be complaints regardless of how many attempts are made to relocate the snack bar and concluded at some point a decision will have to be made regardless of complaints. City Attorney F 1 i tner confirmed there were no 1 ega 1 prob 1 ems with such a decision except for the known fact that anyone can file a law suit. Council reviewed possibilities and advantages as well as complications of converting to east -west courses, as has been brought up in the past, compared to the current north -south image. Council agreed this matter should be reviewed further by Council Committee. James Mitchner, 1312 Gold Way, asked where the anticipated crossing might be located for consideration of east -west course to which Councilman Hollingsworth responded most likely at the current intersection of Golf Course Drive and entrance to Mountain Shadows, and that maybe it could be moved east to avoid the main intersections. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (17) August 13, 1991 City Manager Netter suggested proceeding with the temporary snack bar facility since removal of same would not be a problem later, if necessary. 4) County Jail Booking Fees - City Manager Netter referenced copies provided to Council of Proposed 1991 -92 Booking Fee Nbthodology and said the City has been informed that the Jail Booking Fee rate may be increased by the County of Sonoma to $170.39 from the current rate of $110.46. Staff is currently working with the County Administrator and his staff to determine if this fee can be reduced. W. Netter responded to Council questions and confirmed that this increase was figured into the budget since it was anticipated. 5) City Muiager Netter said copies were provided to Council of letter of invitation from Assemblyman Dan Hauser, Chairman of the Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee, and the Santa Rosa Chanber of Commerce to attend "A Day of Housing Politics and Innovative Housing Developments" of which a chartered bus is scheduled to leave for Sacramento at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 18th, 1991. Discussion followed during which it was concluded that Councilmembers would advise City Manager's office of interest and /or ability to attend this event. Councilman Reilly indicated interest in attending. 5) City Manager Netter said Congressman Frank Riggs would be at the Senior Center for a visit tomorrow afternoon, August 14, 1991. 6) City Manager Netter updated Council on recent Supervisorial Redistricting meeting attended by himself and Mayor Eck during which the Board did listen to their recommendation for one district but opted for Option 1. He said copies were provided to Council of this option's population and area percentage figures with attached breakdown showing Rohnert Park's district percentages and Rohnert Park Compromise Options /Adjustment to Option 1 and shared contents therein. Discussion followed. 7) Sonoma County Convention & Visitors Bureau - City Manager Netter referenced recent meeting with Sonoma County Convention & Visitors Bureau regarding the City's funding assistance which resulted in his conclusion that the City should consider establishing a formula to use in the future. Council Committee Member Spiro said it was very clear that Santa Rosa was concerned about not wanting to fund the whole program and expressed inclinations of reducing or eliminating fundings. Discussion followed during which comments were made toward preference of putting City funds into the new Visitors Wine Center with conclusion that an agreeable formula for the Convention & Visitors Bureau is not too likely. Community promotion advantages were reviewed as well as Total Occupancy Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (18) August 13, 1991 Taxes and comparisons were made with funding distribution procedures of the County's Supervisorial District. Suggestion was made to use the the Chamber of Commerce agreement with the City as a model criteria including the cost of living percentage. Council agreed City Manager should meet with Council Committee to review this matter further. 8) Regionalism - City Manager Netter referenced copies provided to Council of memo dated August 8, 1991 to Executive Committee of M & C from Valerie Brown regarding Regionalism meting held on that date and said at this point efforts are still being made toward putting this together. Discussion followed during which Mayor Eck said the general direction of Council Committee was that we thought there was a better way. Council reviewed comments from previous Council meetings relating to the need to come up with an alternate proposal and not just reject Bay Vision 2020 or other plans proposed by legislators. City Manager Netter indicated the purpose of the Mayor's Sub - committee was to formulate the Sonoma County proposal position paper regarding Regional Government to be submitted to the Governor's office by year end. Additional information will be provided as it is received from the Mayor's Sub - committee. City Attorney's Report:City Attorney Flitner said he had nothing further to report at this time. Matters from Council: 1) Mayor Eck referenced copies provided to Council of letter dated July 30, 1991 from County Director of Public Works regarding the Northwest Pacific Railroad right of way for transit purposes and said he met with Jim Harberson who suggested holding a public hearing in order to receive public input and responses before moving ahead with generating funds to purchase the right of way. Mayor Eck said he agreed. A notion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, to schedule a public hearing regarding purchase of the railroad right of way sometime in October on an agenda that is not so lengthy. 2) Review of remediation project - Councilman Reilly referenced $400 or $500 projected cost for remediation project and said the place he works reviews such proposals and expenses of same to see if adequately addressed and has offered to do this for the City free of charge. City Manager Netter said it is important because this program has been expensive and the costs associated with the process is difficult to measure because of lack of comparison with similar projects. He said having an actual party look at it is recommended as there should be somebody looking over the contractors' shoulders. City Attorney Flitner responded to inquiry that there is no conflict of interest in this situation because it is a public document and therefore, it is public information. Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (19) August 13, 1991 3) Traffic control device in front of "M" firehouse - Councilman Reilly expressed concerns about the location of this traffic control device and not having a red warning device at the north point on Maurice Avenue. City Manager Netter responded that this matter was discussed briefly at the opening, that City Engineer Brust is checking into it, and it should be taken care of within two or three weeks. 4) Mayor Eck said copies were provided to Council of letter dated July 11, 1991 from League of California Cities regarding Designation of voting Delegate for League Annual Conference scheduled for October 13 -16, 1991 in San Francisco. Confirmation was given that voting is scheduled at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15th. A nation was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approve, designating Councilman. Hopkins to attend above - referenced League Annual Conference unless Vice Mayor is able to be there. 5) Mayor Eck said copies were provided to Council of notices of "B" Section Neighborhood public meeting /housing forum on Thursday, August 15, 1991, 7:30 p.m. at the Burton Avenue Recreation Center. 6) Mayor Eck referenced copies provided to Council of letter dated July 25, 1991 from Department of the Treasury /Federal Law Enforcement Training Center regarding Gang /Drug Policy Training Program in San Jose, August 19, 1991 in which Councilman Reilly has expressed interest to attend. Discussion followed during which Councilman Reilly said he thought the deadline to respond had already passed to which City Manager responded that staff could inquire further regarding the matter to enable W. Reilly's attendance. A motion was made by Councilman Hollingsworth, seconded by Councilmember Spiro, and unanimously approved, authorizing Councilman Reilly to attend above- referenced Gang /Drug Policy Training Program. 7) Mayor Eck said the Mayors & Councilmembers Association General Meeting with Sausalito Boat Cruise will be on September 12, 1991. He said Councilmembers interested in attending this meeting should notify City Manager's office. Spouses are welcome to attend. 8) Councilmember Spiro said Virginia Jensen is going to be doing a history of Rohnert Park and has proposed a history room for same. She said the idea of such a history room is being presented to the City of Cotati on its next Council Rohnert Park City Council Minutes (20) August 13, 1991 agenda, and suggested obtaining the minutes of that meeting in order to review Cotati's decision regarding the matter. Assistant to the City Manager Leivo said the Crane Melon history is also being done which would be compatible to this effort. Council agreed. 9) Councilman Reilly expressed concerns regarding recorm endations of Interim Housing Task Force when particular situations are reviewed by the Task Force and disapproved by its vote with the possibility that Council may, in fact, approve of the item in question. Discussion followed during which Council agreed, as with other commissions and committees, that reading of minutes provides needed information to Council of controversial issues with the option each member has of requesting that the record reflect comments, and therefore, Council can call an item up for its review and corresponding action at any time regardless of the particular commission /committee's approval or disapproval. Confirmation was given to Council inquiry that there is a lot of leeway regarding involvements of the Housing Task Force which include homelessness as well as affordable housing matters. Discussion followed. Lhscheduled Public Nhyor Eck asked if anyone in the audience wished to make an Appearances appearance at this time. GEORGE HORWEDEL George Horwedel, 7669 Camino Colegio, said he was curious about the previously mentioned minor league baseball league and asked if Council was pursuing the matter. City Manager Netter responded that a letter was recently mailed to Joe Gagliardi, the Class A League President, to which there has been no response to date. �� L11 PG &E, as part of an historic statewide group of stakeholders in California's energy and environmental future; helped forge the state's new energy efficiency plan for the, next decade. For the first time, California's environmental and consumer groups, utilities, major industries, and government officials came together to re- establish California as an international leader in energy efficiency. Calling themselves the "California Collaborative ", they submitted the "Energy Efficiency Blueprint for California" to the CPUC in January 1990. This statewide collaborative effort led to the new regulatory incentive mechanisms that allow utilities to earn a profit from selling less of their main products -- electricity and natural gas -- through energy efficiency. PG &E, the nation's largest investor -owned energy utility, is the national leader in developing programs enabling customers to use electricity and natural gas efficiently without sacrificing comfort. PG &E's goal is to capture the equivalent of 2,500 megawatts of electrical demand through energy efficiency programs by the year 2000. The 2,500 megawatts achieved through energy efficiency will meet 75 percent of PG &E's expected growth in peak.demand over the period 1989 -2000. The remaining 25 percent will come from alternate sources, including.wind, solar, hydro and cogeneration projects. Reducing electricity and gas use through energy efficient appliances, housing, buildings, and technology for businesses, PG &E is helping to keep the air clean and reduce the nation's dependence on foreign oil. PG &E historically has been a national leader in energy conservation. Since the mid- 19701s, PG &E has invested over $1 billion in energy efficiency and other programs that together have eliminated the need to build or purchase 1,800 megawatts of electricity -- enough to serve about two million people. For the next decade, PG &E's energy efficiency programs will offset the need to barrels of oil. In the natural gas as the foss reduced power plant oil a year in the late 170s year in the late 180s. burn an equivalent of 68 million 1980s, mainly by shifting from oil to it fuel of choice in power plants, PG &E use from an average 29 million barrels to an average 2.9 million barrels a PG &E supports both state and national energy strategies that encompass energy efficiency programs, including the establishment of more stringent federal appliance efficiency standards. Energy efficiency is America's single largest, least expensive, domestic energy resource available to meet the nation's growing demand for electricity and natural gas. CITY OF ROHNERT PARK INTER - OFFICE MEMORANDUM August 6, 1991 TO: Joseph D, Netter FROM: City Manager C � Roland L. Brust Director of Public Work /City Engineer RE: File: TRANSPORTATION SONOMA COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY This memo concerns the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) change in policy for the distribution and use of Transportation Development Act (TDA) Funds. 1. Loss of Streets and Roads Funds: Most important of all MTC has taken the position that all TDA Funds should be spent for transit (includes bicycle facilities) only. MTC proposes to phase out funding for streets and roads purposes by the fiscal year 1993 - 94. (See attached Item 1) I question MTC's position since the TDA law allows counties under 500,000 population to utilize TDA Funds for streets and roads purposes if there are no Unmet Needs that can reasonably be met. It appears that MTC will be trying to find Unmet Needs (whether real or not) in order to eliminate any streets and roads use of the funds. 2. Unmet Needs: MTC held their Sonoma County Unmet Needs Hearing March 27, 1991. From that meeting and other testimony MTC has determined that there are unmet needs within Sonoma County. (See attached Item 2) MTC concluded that: For the Short Term: A. Funding for increased Paratransit Services is needed from those agencies claiming TDA funds for streets and roads purposes. I Current streets and roads funds for fiscal year 1991 - 92 are being withheld by MTC until they see some action from those agencies toward achieving that unmet need. MTC estimates $200,000 is needed of which they suggest Rohnert Park's share to be $110,557 ($82,917 Service set aside + $27,640 Planning set aside). 1 3. B. Funding for expanded Paratransit service hours is needed. For the Long Term: A. Provide Public transit service between Cloverdale and Ukiah, and Sonoma County and the City of Napa. B. Provide Sunday and late night service on all transit (Note: Sonoma County Transit has started this service as of July 1, 1991). C. Provide additional funding for Sonoma County Transit Capital Costs. D. Install additional bus stop shelters. E. Provide staffing for the Paratransit Coordinating Committee (PCC). I question MTC's finding of need for expanded Paratransit Service. However it a need is determined then it is a County -wide need and thus should be funded by ALL agencies receiving TDA Funds and not only by those agencies claiming streets and roads funds. Article 3 Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements: MTC is purposing a new policy for claiming TDA Article 3 Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement funds. (See attached Item 3). MTC's proposal: A. A City Bicycle Committee shall be established no later than December 31, 1991 made up of a minimum of 3 members who bicycle regularly (if the City finds no qualified persons than MTC will designate 1 or more representatives to that committee). The Committee shall develop a priority list for bicycle facilities and that list SHALL be adopted by the Council. The adopted list shall then be forwarded to the County -wide Bicycle Committee for consideration. B. A County -wide Bicycle Committee shall be appointed by the Board of Supervisors or the Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) by December 31, 1991 and shall be either: Option 1: The existing County -wide Bicycle Advisory Committee may continue, however at least 500 of the membership shall comprise individuals representing bicycle interests, OR. 2 M Option 2: A new committee of a minimum of 5 members shall be appointed of which all members bicycle regularly. Additionally the County -wide Bicycle Committee decisions on priorities and projects shall take precedence over any City Committee decision. C. A comprehensive bicycle plan shall be required of all claimants. The plan must include among other things capital improvements such as restroom facilities, drinking fountains, public telephones, air compressor stations and parking facilities. MTC intends to finalize the proposed guidelines by August, 1991, to be effective in 1992, and to be part of the fiscal year 1993 - 94 allocation cycle. I feel that these proposals are very restrictive and I recommend that we oppose them. I also recommend that the existing SCTA City /County Bicycle Committee continue as it now exists. Local Agency Approved: The County of Sonoma has requested that the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) accept the Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) as the local body for approving the Article 3 Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Annual Program of Projects and The County -wide Five Year Transportation Plan. Originally, prior to the establishment of the Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) and the old Transportation Planning Council (TPC), MTC adopted Resolution No. 875 which required that the Board of Supervisors be the approving body. MTC indicates they have no specific requirements as to which agency shall be the local approval authority. MTC will accept the Sonoma County Transportation Authority if the County Board of Supervisors wants to delegate that authority. All of the member agencies of the Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA) have previously agreed to the transfer of all TDA activities to the SCTA Transportation Authority including Article 3 and The Five Year Plan. It therefore seems appropriate that the Board of Supervisors should request MTC to adopt a new resolution which establishes the SCTA as the local approving body. I recommend the Board of Supervisors be requested to make this change with MTC. N