2002/11/12 City Council MinutesCITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEE`T'INGS MINUTES for:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
ROHNERT PARK DISTRICT
CONCURRENT MEETINGS WORK SESSION MINUTES
for
WATER AND SEWER RATE STUDY
and
PROPOSED RATE STRUCTURE
November 12, 2002
Tuesday
The concurrent meetings of the City of Rohnert Park
for the City Council, Community Development Commission,
Rohnert Park Financing Authority, and the Rohnert
Park District met this date for a work session open to
the public to discuss the Water and Sewer Rate Study and
the Proposed Rate Structure. The work session commenced
at approximately 5:00 p.m. in the Conference Room,
6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Flores
presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Flores called the work session to order at 5:05 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (4) Councilmembers Mackenzie and
Vidak- Martinez; Vice Mayor Reilly;
and Mayor Flores
Absent: (0) None.
Vice Mayor Reilly arrived at 5:11 p.m.
Staff present for all or part of the session: City
Manager Netter, Finance Director Lipitz, Public Works
Manager Stephens, Finance Services Manager Lauchner,
City Engineer Gaffney, Assistant City Manager Donley,
and City Attorney Strauss.
ACKNOWLEDGING THE CITY MANAGER /CLERK'S REPORT ON POSTING
THE MEETING AGENDA:
Council acknowledged the City Manager /Clerk's Report on
the posting of the meeting's agenda.
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UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
Mayor Flores stated that in compliance with State law,
the Brown Act, members of the public wishing to make a
comment may do so at this time, limited to 3 -5 minutes
- minute limit. No members of
per appearance with a 30
the public came forward to speak.
I. WATER AND SEWER RATE STUDY and PROPOSED RATE STRUCTURE:
1. Review Proposed Rate Structure for Water and Sewer
Rate Study:
John Farnkopf of Hilton, Farnkopf & Hobson referred
Council to Technical Memorandum No. 3 in the work session
packet, and staff responded to Council inquiries.
2. Commercial Rate Comparisons:
Finance Director Lipitz reviewed the residential and
commercial bill comparison documents in the work session
packet.
3. Analvsis_of Tiered Rate Structure:
John Farnkopf of Hilton, Farnkopf & Hobson DISTRIBUTED
AND REVIEWED via a slide show a document entitled,
"Water and Sewer Rate Structure Evaluation," dated
November 12, 2002.. In terms of large households,
i.e. foster /adopted children or adult residential homes,
applying for a discounted rate, Councilmember
Vidak- Martinez REQUESTED that there be a provision
requiring proof of hardship. Mr. Farnkopf responded to
Council inquiries regarding the implementation of uniform
rates for one year, contractual agreements with the
State and /or the other water contractors, and the
set -up of a tiered system. City Manager Netter gave an
overview of the sewer rates and responded to Council
questions about the collection of data during the
one year of uniform rates, the issue of income and
household size, the nexus between the lowest and highest
tiers, and any contractual and /or compliance issues
regarding the meters.
4. Survey Responses:
Finance Director Lipitz reviewed the document entitled,
"Survey Questions and Summary of Responses."
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5. Updated Timeline for Water Meter Project:
Finance Director Lipitz reviewed the Updated Timeline
for Utility Billing and Rate Increases.
II. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Members of the public were invited by Mayor Flores to come
forward and speak. No members of the public came forward.
III. COUNCIL DISCUSSION /DIRECTION /ACTION:
At the suggestion of Councilmember Mackenzie, Council
CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF to notify in writing the City
of Santa Rosa and Randy Poole of the Sonoma County Water
Agency (SCWA) regarding the updated Timeline for
Utility Billing and Rate Increases. Finance Director
Lipitz shared final comments about billing in arrears.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Mayor Flores
ADJOURNED the Work Session at approximately 5:55 p.m.
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CITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES for:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
November 12, 2002
Tuesday
The concurrent meetings of the City of Rohnert Park for
the City Council, the Community Development Commission,
and the Rohnert Park Financing Authority met this date in
regular session for a regular meeting to commence at
6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 6750 Commerce
Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with Mayor Flores presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Flores called the regular session to order at
6:48 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (4) Councilmembers Mackenzie and
Vidak- Martinez; Vice Mayor Reilly;
and Mayor Flores
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: City
Manager Netter, City Attorney Strauss, Assistant City
Manager Donley, City Engineer Gaffney, Planning Director
Kaufman, Performing Arts Center Director Grice, and
Recreation Services Manager Miller.
WORK SESSION:
A Work Session was held at 5:00 p.m. in the Conference
Room to discuss Water and Sewer Rates.
1. MAYOR'S REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION:
Mayor Flores reported on the closed session which
commenced at approximately 5:45 p.m. to discuss matters
listed on the agenda attachment, representing an update.
Mayor Flores noted that no action will be taken this
evening, but that Council anticipates taking action at the
second Council meeting in November regarding the old
library site.
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2. APPROVAL OF CONCURRENT MEETING MINUTES FOR:
REGULAR CONCURRENT CITY MEETINGS - OCTOBER 22, 2002
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by
Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, the Regular Concurrent City
Meetings Minutes of October 22, 2002, were UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVED AS SUBMITTED.
3. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS, IF ANY (INFORMATIONAL ONLY):
Mayor Flores asked the Councilmembers if there were any
informational communications to add to the agenda. No
communications were added to the agenda.
4. YOUTH OF THE COMMUNITY - COMMENTS, IF ANY:
1. High School Youth Leadership of Rohnert Park
Proaram, sponsored by Sonoma County Adult and Youth
Development ( SCAYD) - Update: Mayor Flores
reported that Youth Leadership representatives will
make a presentation at the second Council meeting in
November. Keicia Kaiser and Pamela Madden of SCAYD
gave a brief update on the program regarding the
leadership training activities, the participation in
community projects, and the recruitment process. At
the suggestion of Councilmember Vidak - Martinez,
CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF to provide name badges for
this year's Youth Leadership members.
2. Other Youth Comments, if any: None.
5. SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY ASSOCIATED STUDENTS, INC.,
REPRESENTATIVE:
1. Recognizing SSU ASI Representative Jamie Holian:
ASI Representative Holian was recognized.
2. SSU ASI Report /Comments, if any: ASI Representative
Holian reported on several events /issues, with
highlights including the following:
(1) Successful mascot transition from Cossacks to
Sea Wolves;
(2) Parking issues this year - no more free parking,
yet more students;
(3) Student concerns about housing for low - income
family students;
(4) Student concerns about the project on East
Cotati Avenue, which will be selling alcoholic
beverages.
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Mayor Flores REQUESTED that SSU ASI Representative Holian
provide the Council with copies of the SSU newspaper,
The Star. Councilmember Mackenzie REQUESTED that SSU ASI
contact the City Manager and notify him of the weekly ASI
executive meeting so that a Councilmember may attend at
least one meeting per semester.
6. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
Mayor Flores stated that in compliance with State law,
The Brown Act, members of the public wishing to make a
comment may do so at this time, limited to 3 -5 minutes per
appearance, with a 30- minute limit.
1. M. Wayne Thush, 4400 Hollingsworth Court, was
recognized and thanked Mayor Flores for attending "Sing
for the Cure." He thanked Foxtail Golf Course for
fixing the drainage on the South Course, and he
requested that the Golf Course Subcommittee meet soon,
since there are several residents like himself who will
have to decide in December or January whether they will
renew their annual membership for the trail fee and the
annual golf fee. He indicated that the resident
golfers want to make sure they can continue to use
their private golf carts. Mayor Flores NOTED that he
and Councilmember Mackenzie, as members of the Golf
Course Subcommittee, will meet before the end of the
year and they will notify Mr. Thush and other members
of the community about said meeting.
2. Lynne Conde, Dexter Circle, was recognized and thanked
the Council for naming the street by the new library
after her. She also thanked the Council for helping to
bring the library project to completion. She discussed
the new opening date for the library in mid - January
2003, and she shared brief comments commending CourseCo
for their efforts in cleaning up the 18th fairway,
which is behind her home. Mayor Flores gave Mrs. Conde
an update on the status of the new library, confirming
that it is expected to open in mid - January 2003.
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7. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Mayor Flores asked if there were any questions about
the matters on the Consent Calendar, which were explained
in the City Manager's Council Meeting Memo. The Mayor
signified removal of one Consent Calendar item for further
discussion as follows: Resolution No. 2002 -253 per
Councilmember Vidak- Martinez' recommendation.
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A. ACKNOWLEDGING THE CITY MANAGER /CLERK'S REPORT ON THE
POSTING OF THE MEETING'S AGENDA
B. APPROVAL OF BILLS/DEMANDS FOR PAYMENT CONCURRENTLY FOR:
*CITY OF ROHNERT PARK /CITY COUNCIL IN THE AMOUNT OF
$1,465,693.70
*COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION IN THE AMOUNT OF
$578,052.05
C. ACCEPTING CASH /INVESTMENTS REPORT FOR MONTH END,
SEPTEMBER 30, 2002, CONCURRENTLY FOR:
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*COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
* ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
D. Resolutions for Adoption:
2002 -251 HONORING ANGELA R. FOGLE, MANAGEMENT ANALYST, ON
THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT FROM THE CITY OF
ROHNERT PARK
2002 -252 AMENDING CERTAIN MISCELLANEOUS FEES CHARGED BY
THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
2002 -254 NAMING STREET ADJACENT TO NEW LIBRARY BETWEEN
CITY HALL DRIVE AND ROHNERT PARK EXPRESSWAY
"LYNNE CONDE WAY"
E. APPROVAL OF FEE ADJUSTMENT FOR RESIDENT DISCOUNT CARDS
FROM $12 TO $15 PER ANNUAL CARD, EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1,
2003
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Reilly, seconded by
Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, with the exception of
Resolution No. 2002 -253, the Consent Calendar, as
otherwise outlined on the meeting's agenda, was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Item for Consideration:
2002 -253 APPROVING A CONSULTANT AGREEMENT WITH ROYSTON,
HANAMOTO, ALLEY & ABEY FOR COMMUNITY FIELDS PARK
CONCEPTUAL PLAN
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Councilmember Vidak- Martinez expressed concerns with the
way the concept plan is being approached. She indicated
that staff is really writing a grant application, and
she recommended that staff meet with the Open Space
District to get a sense of what they want for the
Community Fields, and then write a plan to that as a way
to get the funding for the land. She also recommended
that cost estimates be excluded from the concept plan/
grant application, and she noted the recent requests
from Sebastopol and Windsor for the matching grant
program.
Council discussion concluded, and, upon MOTION by
Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Vice Mayor Reilly,
Resolution 2002 -253 was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED with
DIRECTIONS TO STAFF (1) to include a concept and diagram
of what is intended for the Community Fields for the
Open Space Advisory Committee; and (2) to exclude cost
estimates from the concept plan.
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8. ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION:
No. 692 ADDING SECTION 9.44.205 TO ARTICLE V OF
CHAPTER 9.44 ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING
TO AMPLIFIED WARNING DEVICES (BACK -UP ALARMS)
Action DEFERRED to the next Council meeting.
Mayor Flores stated that Vice Mayor Reilly will review the
ordinance with Mr. Al Barr, and said ordinance will be
ready for Council consideration at the next Council
meeting.
9. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS:
1. File No. 1858: Consideration of a City Center
Concept Plan to provide a general guide to the
physical development of the City Center and to
arrive at a program and mix of uses appropriate to
a City Center. The City Center is defined as the
approximately 32 -acre area bounded by Hinebaugh
Creek to the north, railroad right -of -way and the
Foxtail Golf Course to the east, Rohnert Park
Expressway to the south, and Highway 101 to the
west.
a. Staff Report: Planning and Community Development
Director Kaufman shared the contents of the staff
report and responded to Council questions about the
Padre Town Center and pedestrian amenities.
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b. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Flores OPENED the Public
Hearing at 7:23 p.m. There being no members of
the public desiring to speak on this matter,
Mayor Flores CLOSED the Public Hearing at
7:23 p.m.
c. Council Discussion /Action: Councilmember Vidak-
Martinez expressed various concerns, including
the City's ability to create the financial
stability necessary to sustain social and
economic vitality in a small area, the lack of
a definition for "mixed uses," and parking and
grant opportunity problems. She suggested the
area might be more successful as a civic center
dominated by public buildings. She commended the
plan for reflecting the interests of the public
and the integration of the creek, and she
REQUESTED more information in terms of a
development study being done to look at the gap
between the concept plan and what the City
actually can accomplish.
Resolution for Adoption:
2002 -255 ADOPTING THE CITY CENTER CONCEPT PLAN
Council discussion concluded, and upon MOTION by
Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Vice Mayor Reilly,
Resolution 2002 -255 was APPROVED 3 -1 with Councilmember
Vidak- Martinez dissenting.
2. Wilfred - Dowdell Specific Plan - Status Report: City
Manager Netter reviewed the contents of the staff
report, and staff responded to Council inquiries
about additional General Plan work. Council
discussion concluded with Council CONCURRENCE TO
DIRECT STAFF (1) to set up a meeting with.the
property owners in the area to review the status of
the situation; and (2) to report back to the
Council.
10. COMMUNITY FIELDS FOUNDATION - REVIEW /CONSIDERATION OF
PROCEDURE TO ESTABLISH NON - PROFIT ORGANIZATION:
1. Staff Report: City Manager Netter gave a brief
overview of the matter.
2. Council Discussion /Action: Council discussion
concluded with Council CONCURRENCE to focus on the
acquisition of the land in 2003, and then to focus
on the development of the project.
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11. CALIFORNIA JUNIOR MISS PROGRAM - REVIEW /CONSIDERATION
OF PROPOSED FORMULA ON FACILITY RENTAL PLAN:
1. Staff Report: City Manager Netter shared the
contents of the staff report, and he DISTRIBUTED AND
REVIEWED a document entitled, "Facility Cost
Comparison: California Jr. Miss 2003 -2007 and
Typical Non- Profit User."
2. Council Discussion /Action: Council discussion
concluded, and upon MOTION by Councilmember Vidak-
Martinez, seconded by Vice Mayor Reilly, a motion
to accept staff's Five -Year Projected Rental
Contract for the California Junior Miss program
was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
At this time, Mayor Flores called forward Becky Jo
Peterson, the State chairperson for California's Junior
Miss. Ms. Peterson thanked the Council for supporting
the event, and she noted that the Junior Miss is a
program that encourages young women to excel and to
complete their educations. She also indicated that the
Junior Miss representatives will be more involved in local
programs in the community over the next few years.
12. SPRECKELS FREEWAY MESSAGE CENTER,
PROJECT NO. 2001 -04 - UPDATE REVIEW OF PROJECT
BUDGET SUMMARY:
1. Staff Report: City Manager Netter and Performing
Arts Director Grice shared the contents of the
staff report and responded to Council questions.
2. Council Discussion /Action: Council CONCURRED TO
DIRECT STAFF to develop an alternative pergola
and /or reconsider the design features.
Furthermore, upon MOTION by Councilmember
Mackenzie, seconded by Vice Mayor Reilly, a motion
to reconsider further action on the pergola until
the sign is completed and is generating a regular
income stream was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Councilmember Vidak- Martinez REQUESTED that the assessment
of the reader sign occur with the budget process for next
year so that the Council will have information to assist
them in determining whether to continue with the pergola
or not by July 1st, 2003. Councilmember Mackenzie
REQUESTED that the marketing plans for the sign be
presented at the time of next year's budget process as
well.
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13. LIBRARY UPDATE AND NEW LIBRARY MURAL - UPDATE ON NEW
DATE OF COMPLETION BY DECEMBER 15, 2002, OR
CONSIDERATION OF CHANGING ARTIST:
Council Discussion /Action: Mayor Flores shared the
contents of the staff report and stated that the
library is expected to be fully operational by mid -
January, 2003. He also noted that Robert Eisenberg,
the muralist, will have the mural completed in time
for said opening.
14. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MATTER RE RANCHO
FELIZ MOBILE HOME REHABILITATION PROGRAM:
1. Staff /Council Committee Re-port, October 23, 2002,
meetinq: Assistant City Manager Donley shared
the contents of the staff report.
2. Commission Discussion /Action:
CDC Resolution for Adoption:
2002 -09 AMENDING CDC BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR TO AMEND AND EXECUTE EXISTING AGREEMENTS
WITH COUNTY OF SONOMA FOR RANCHO FELIZ MOBILE
HOME REHABILITATION PROGRAM
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Reilly, seconded by
Councilmember Mackenzie, CDC Resolution for Adoption
2002 -09 was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
15. GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM - MATTERS RELATED
TO THE GENERAL PLAN PROCESS, IF ANY:
1. General Plan Implementation Oversight Committee
meeting, October 29, 2002: Councilmember Mackenzie
summarized the meeting for the Council.
Councilmember Vidak- Martinez noted that said meeting
was an informational meeting for the members of the
subcommittee and others present to review the City
Attorney's analysis relating to the General Plan
and to raise /address any questions on the issue of
the necessity for additional EIR work.
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FOR THE RECORD, Councilmember Vidak- Martinez stated that
the minutes for the October 29, 2002, General Plan
Implementation Oversight Committee do not adequately
reflect some of her comments. The following corrections
to the minutes are to be noted:
(1) Page 2, Paragraph 2, Line 9: Delete "we need more
input from the private developers" and clarify as
follows: " We need more input from private
developers regarding financing and the impacts on
Specific Plans since the developers are the people
who will be implementing the Specific Plans and
may be impacted by the Council's decisions."
(2) Page 2, Paragraph 2, Line 10: Delete 113 to 5% high"
and clarify as follows: 113 to 5% is very high."
(3) Page 2, Paragraph 14, Lines 1 -2: Delete
" Councilmember Vidak- Martinez stated that she was
never for the 1% growth rate and trying to regulate
population; the City is not the population police,"
and clarify as follows: " Councilmember Vidak-
Martinez stated that she never believed the one -
percent growth rate could be enforced on a home by
home basis; that the City should not be policing
population in private homes. For example, she said
when she moved to Rohnert Park, there were seven
people in her house but only two in the identical
house next door. She said this is a problem the
committee has wrestled with and not really found
any solution to."
(4) Page 2, Paragraph 14, Lines 2 -3: Delete
"She also questioned if the Council wanted to take
a look at the issue and impacts; if no water or
sewer not going to go'further," and clarify as
follows: "She said committee should find out if
the Council wants to review this issue and its
impacts. For example, if the City knows that water
and sewer capacity are not available, no additional
building can occur, and that is in the General
Plan."
(5) Add Subcommittee recommendation as follows: "The
Subcommittee had consensus that the full Council
should review the information for consideration
regarding the need for more information on a
possible environmental analysis."
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Councilmember Mackenzie REQUESTED that both Councilmembers-
elect get copies of City Attorney Strauss' memorandum
per the General Plan /EIR issue.
2. Other, if any: None.
16. SELECTION OF CITY COUNCIL OFFICERS FOR 2003:
Council Discussion /Action:
1. Selection of Mayor
DEFERRED until December.
2. Selection of Mayor Pro Tempore (Vice Mayor)
City Attorney Strauss gave a brief overview of the staff
report and noted that the formal decision will be deferred
until a new Council is seated in December. Councilmember
Mackenzie noted that in December he will be asking the
City Attorney to redraft the policy on rotation of the
City Councilmembers into the Office of the Mayor.
17. COMMISSION /COMMITTEE /BOARD APPOINTMENTS:
1. Council Review of terms to expire December 31, 2002:
and
2. Council Consideration of letter to current members,
inauiring about interest in being re- appointed:
INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES. Council CONCURRED TO DIRECT
STAFF to send out the letters to current members,
inquiring about interest in being re- appointed.
At the suggestion of Councilmember Vidak - Martinez,
Council CONCURRED TO AGENDIZE for the next meeting
the matter of the upcoming vacancy on the Planning
Commission and Councilmember Vidak- Martinez'
nomination.
18. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS:
1. Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association Working Group,
Work Force Housing Linkage Fee - Consider two
Councilmembers for Committee: City Manager Netter
summarized the staff report.
Council Discussion /Action: Councilmember Mackenzie
expressed his interest in serving on the committee.
Furthermore, Council CONCURRED to wait until
December 10, 2002, to see if any new members of the
City Council have an interest in serving on this
committee.
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2. Economic Development, Council Committee meeting,
October 29, 2002: Councilmembers Mackenzie and
Vidak- Martinez reported that the Committee will
be interviewing the three final candidates who
have prepared economic development plan proposals.
3. Executive Subcommittee meeting, November 5, 2002:
Mayor Flores reported on the following matters:
(1) Wine Center facility and selection of new
tenant; (2) Channel 22 - RP logo, clean -up request;
(3) Update on new library; (4) Council subcommittee
will be meeting with the Financing Authority on
Monday, November 18, to discuss the new management
selection; and (5) Application sent to L.A.F.C.O.
for Urban Growth Boundary reduction to be
considered by L.A.F.C.O. in January, 2003.
4. Other, if an v: None.
19. TRANSPORTATION MATTERS:
1. Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA),
November 4, 2002, meeting: Councilmember Mackenzie
gave a brief report on the following matters: (1)
New lanes opened on 101; (2) Construction date 2005
for Rohnert Park Expressway to Wilfred Avenue; (3)
Construction date 2004 for Highway 12 to Steele
Lane; (4) Update on funding issues and incentives
and possible impact fees.
2. Other, if any: None.
20. COMMUNICATIONS:
Communications per the attached outline were brought to
the attention of the Councilmembers.
Councilmember Mackenzie noted that he will be
making his presentation to the Mayors' &
Councilmembers' Association on November 14, 2002,
in regard to appointment to the Sonoma -Marin Area
Rail Transit District (SMART) position.
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21. MATTERS FROM /FOR COUNCIL:
1. Proposed Ad Hoc Committee to consider combined/
consolidated policy with inclusion of Council -
related equipment services and supplies:
Councilmember Mackenzie shared his comments on
this matter and requested that the City's policies
be clarified. Council CONCURRED to meet in a
work session after the full Council is seated to
discuss a consolidated policy per Council - related
equipment services and supplies.
2. County Waste Management Agency - Meets third
Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m.: INFORMATIONAL ONLY.
Consideration of Council appointment
Council Discussion /Action: Council CONCURRED (1)
to DEFER this item until the full Council is seated;
and (2) to get more information regarding the
County Waste Management Agency and appointment.
City Manager Netter noted that he would bring
this item back at the first Council meeting in
January, 2003.
3. Concurrence to Cancel December 24, 2002, City
Council meeting due to holiday: Council CONCURRED
to CANCEL the meeting of the City Council on
Tuesday, December 24, 2002, due to the holiday.
4. Other informational items, if any:
a. Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association meeting,
November 14 2002, in Cloverdale: INFORMATION
ONLY. Mayor Flores INVITED Councilmembers -Elect
Nordin and Spradlin to said meeting.
22. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
1. Cities for Climate Protection Campaign - Update and
Consideration of further participation: City
Manager Netter shared the contents of the staff
report.
Council Discussion /Action: Upon MOTION by
Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by Councilmember
Vidak- Martinez, a motion to approve the City
Manager's recommendation for obtaining $4000 to
participate in the Sonoma County Climate Protection
Campaign was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
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2. Letter from KRCB Channel 22, President Nancy Dobbs
re license and FCC rules and regulations: City
Manager Netter stated that this matter had already
been discussed earlier in tonight's meeting.
3. CalPERS California Public Employees' Retirement
System) Rate Increases - INFORMATIONAL: City
Manager Netter referred Council to the staff report
provided in the agenda packet and shared brief
comments.
4. Other informational items, if any:
a. Tour for Councilmembers - Elect, Thursday,
November 14 2002: INFORMATION ONLY.
b. Budget Matters: City Team Management meeting on
Wednesday, November 20, 2002, to focus on budget
options.
c. Wetlands Issues - Update: Executive Director
of the Water Quality Control Board approved
waiver of a substantial fee for the City per
a wetlands - related issue /deadline on the
Costco project.
23. OTHER UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
At this time, Mayor Flores called forward any members
of the public wishing to speak. No one responded.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Mayor Flores
ADJOURNED the meeting at approximately 9:08 p.m.
Katy Leonard,
Certified Shorthand Reporter
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Armando Flores,
Mayor
City of Rohnert Park
*City Council /Community Development Commission/
Rohnert Park Financing Authority