2002/04/09 City Council MinutesCITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES for:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
ROHNERT PARK DISTRICT
CONCURRENT MEETINGS WORK SESSION MINUTES
for
BUDGET WORK SESSION
April 9, 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 Budget. The work session
commenced at approximately 5:30 p.m. in the Council
Chamber, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with
Mayor Flores presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Flores called the work session to order at 5:31 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (4) Councilmembers Mackenzie, Reilly and
Vidak- Martinez; 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, Finance Director Lipitz, City Engineer
Gaffney, Public Works Manager Stephens, Recreation
Director Barry, Fire Commander Cassel, Director Public
Safety Bullard, Planning and Community Development
Director Kaufman, Personnel Manager Robbins, Management
Analyst Fogle, Building Official Braun, and Engineering
Technician Pedroncelli.
ACKNOWLEDGING THE CITY MANAGER /CLERK'S REPORT ON THE
POSTING OF THE MEETING'S AGENDA:
The 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
per appearance with a 30- minute limit. No members of
the public came forward to speak.
I. BUDGET MATTERS:
2. FY 2002 -03 Proposed Expenditure Reductions:
[Out of order.] City Manager Netter reviewed
the "Proposed Expenditure Reductions FY2002 -03"
documents, and he referred Council to the
highlighted portions.
3. Analysis of Staff Reductions: [Out of Order.]
Director Public Safety Bullard DISTRIBUTED AND
RE�,'IEi7ED a Department of Public Safety Memo
regarding "Impact of Potential Reduction of
Public Safety Position and Programs for the
2002 -2003 Budget." Director Bullard and City
Manager Netter asked Council for direction
concerning the possible cuts, and Director
.Bullard responded to Council inquiries about grants
and staffing. Councilmember Mackenzie SUGGESTED
that the Department of Public Safety give Council
notice of the anticipated retirements.
1. FY 2002 -03 Budget Projected Shortfall /Includes
anticipated additional costs: [Out of order.]
City Manager Netter reviewed the "Projected
Shortfall PiSral year ?nn ,)_n-z 11 to
Council. Councilmember Mackenzie SUGGESTED that
staff consider the short -term possibility of
foregoing salary and benefit increases to help
balance the budget.
4. Reserve Analysis /Fiscal Policies: City Manager
Netter reviewed the "Proposed Budget FY 2002 -03
Reserves /Options to Assist in Balancing" document
provided to Council in the packets. Councilmember
Vidak- Martinez REQUESTED CLARIFICATION regarding
the "Capital Replacement Reserve."
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5. Revenue Enhancements /Ballot Measures -
Considerations _& Meeting with Pollster information:
Finance Director Lipitz reviewed the four scenarios
as outlined on the "Projected Reserve Balances
FY 2002 -03 and FY 2003 -04" documents.
III. COUNCIL DISCUSSION /DIRECTION /ACTION:
Council discussion ensued as
perspectives on the budget.
comments /requests /inquiries
Councilmembers shared their
Highlights of the Council
included the following:
*AF: Economy is recovering; This is the time to
use the City's General Fund Reserve.
*JR: What is the current value of the City's land
holdings? Are the employees being cut worth
more than the land? Best use of the land is
important, not necessarily sale of the land.
At the SUGGESTION of Councilmember Reilly, Council
CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF to prepare a listing of the
parcels belonging to the City, as well as a listing of
the valuation of said parcels and their relationship to
a marketing strategy /economic development plan for the
City.
*VM: City needs to make money with a strategy for
Economic Development.
REQUEST that staff discuss ways to create
revenue for operating expenses without spending
down the City's assets.
*JM: Willing to work with Councilmember Vidak- Martinez
on an Economic Development Plan for the City.
*JM: Business license tax should be closely reviewed
in terms of a different model.
*JR: In terms of Economic Development, distinguish
between jobs and revenue.
*VM: In terms of Economic Development, keep eyes
towards implementation.
At the request of Mayor Flores, City Manager Netter
reviewed the City's Revenue - Enhancement Options and
DISTRIBUTED the "Timeline for Proposed Tax Measures,
which was reviewed by Finance Director Lipitz.
*VM: REQUEST that the pollster provide the City
with information regarding the timing of
proposed tax measures and what people are willing
to pay for.
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At the SUGGESTION of Councilmember Mackenzie, Council
CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF to draft an outline within
the next two months for an Economic Development Plan.
Furthermore, Councilmember Mackenzie SUGGESTED that
during the FY 2002 -03 Budget process, a Budget Work
Session be convened for members of the public to share
revenue - enhancement and cost - reduction ideas. Mayor
Flores directed Councilmembers to consider any
committee preferences they have to fill the vacancies
created by Vice Mayor Spiro's resignation.
City Manager Netter called for timely Council direction
concerning the proposed budget cuts. Furthermore, at
the suggestion of City Manager Netter, Council
CONCURRED TO AGENDIZE for the next Council meeting the
matter of the free mailing service of City agendas and
minutes, along with a cost comparison of other cities
for said service. Councilmember Mackenzie noted that
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II. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Members of the public were invited by Mayor Flores to
come forward and speak.
1. Heidi Telesforo 725 Liberty Court, was recognized and
noted that the Cotati - Rohnert Park School District will
be putting a parcel tax on the next ballot. She
suggested that the City, the School District, and the
School District's Parent Focus Group work together
on revenue - enhancement options.
2. Charles Kitchen 4457 Hollingsworth Circle, was
recognized and expressed concern about the proposed
recreation cuts and the possibility of taxing the
residents. He also expressed concern about the large
City subsidy to the Chamber of Commerce, and he noted
that there are two other agencies doing essentially
the same job. He suggested making the Chamber self -
funding and dividing the police and fire services.
Finally, he expressed concern with a rumor he heard
at a recent A.M. /P.M. meeting concerning the possible
development of 200 new houses.
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FOR THE RECORD, Councilmember Mackenzie noted (1) that the
City has been granted a sphere -of- influence expansion by
L.A.F.C.O.; and (2) in terms of east side development,
until annexation takes place in two years, no new houses
will be built.
IV. ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Mayor Flores
ADJOURNED the Work Session at approximately 7:OO p.m.
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Certified Shorthand Reporter
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Armando Flores,
Mayor
City of Rohnert Park
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CITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES for:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
April 9, 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
7:45 p.m. in the City Offices, 6750 Commerce Boulevard,
Rohnert Park, with Mayor Flores presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Mayor Flores called the regular session to order at
7:56 p.m. and led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (4) Councilmembers Mackenzie, Reilly, and
Vidak- Martinez; and Mayor Flores.
Absent: (0) None.
Staff present for all or part of the me_etin : City
Manager Netter, City Attorney Strauss, Assistant City
Manager Donley, and Planning and Community Development
Director Kaufman.
WORK SESSION:
A Work Session was held at 5:30 p.m. in the Council
Chamber to discuss.Budget Matters.
1. MAYOR'S REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION:
Mayor Flores reported on the closed session which
commenced at approximately 7:00 p.m. to discuss matters
listed on the agenda attachment, representing an update.
PERSONNEL MATTERS:
1. CitV Attorney evaluation: Nothing to report.
City of Rohnert Park
April 9, 2002
LITIGATION MATTERS:
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1. South County Resource Preservation Council vs.
City of Rohnert Park: Nothing to report.
REAL ESTATE NEGOTIATIONS:
1. Lands Around Stadium: Nothing to report.
2m APPROVAL OF CONCURRENT MEETING MINUTES FOR:
*BUDGET WORK SESSION - MARCH 26, 2002
*REGULAR CONCURRENT CITY MEETINGS - MARCH 26, 2002
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Mackenzie, the Budget Work Session Minutes
of March 26, 2002, and the Regular Concurrent City
Meetings Minutes of March 26, 2002, were UNANIMOUSLY
APPROVED AS AMENDED:
* Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, Budget Work Session
Minutes, page 3, fourth sentence from bottom:
Replace the word "after" with the word "before"
per the tourism industry warning.
* Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, Budget Work Session
Minutes, page 3, last sentence from bottom:
Replace the words "make money" with "increase
revenues, not cut services."
* Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, Budget Work Session
Minutes, page 4, after final sentence: Add the
phrase, "Council CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF to
review amount sassed by pOSSJhle eliii�nat�on of
employees."
* Councilmember Vidak - Martinez, Regular Session
Minutes, page 18, Item 17, No. 2: Strike sentence
after 11(2)" and replace with phrase, "Request that
Council give policy direction regarding how infill
development is to be handled in relation to the
Growth Management Ordinance."
* Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, Regular Session
Minutes, page 19, Item 18, No. 1: Strike "should
have a traffic background, and should be on S.C.T.A."
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3. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS, IF ANY (INFORMATIONAL ONLY):
Mayor Flores asked the Councilmembers if there were any
informational communications to add to the agenda.
* Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, for "Council Committee
and /or Other Reports," Sonoma County Tourism Council.
* Councilmember Mackenzie, for "Council Committee and /or
Other Reports," recent meeting of Mayors' &
Councilmembers' Working Group.
4. YOUTH REPRESENTATIVES TO THE CITY COUNCIL FROM HIGH
SCHOOL YOUTH LEADERSHIP OF ROHNERT PARK SELECTIONS:
1. Recognizing Youth Representative: Senior Lauren
Jackson, Community Service Committee - 24 -Hour
Relay Steering Committee, was recognized.
*Youth Report /Comments if any: Highlights of the
Youth Report included the following:
(1) Update on 24 -Hour Relay, June 1 -2 at SSU:
Next meeting for Steering Committee, Tuesday,
April 16, 2002, at SCAYD Burton Avenue office;
(2) Report on death of Chris Carr, Rancho Cotate
junior;
(3) DISTRIBUTION of The Catamount;
(4) Sports update: Softball, swimming, baseball,
track, boys' tennis and golf;
(5) SAT -9 Testing begins in the next couple weeks.
Mayor Flores noted that staff will be working with
Rancho Cotate High School to locate a permanent memorial
for Chris Carr. Councilmember Mackenzie requested that
STAFF BE DIRECTED to continue to work with neighbors on
traffic - calming measures in that particular area of
Golf Course Drive where Mr. Carr died the past weekend.
2. Other Youth Comments, if any: None.
5. SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY ASSOCIATED STUDENTS, INC.,
REPRESENTATIVE:
1. Reco izing SSU ASI Relpresentative Travis Tabares:
ASI Representative Tabares was recognized.
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2. SSU ASI Report /Comments, if any: AS! Representative
Tabares reported on several events /issues, with
highlights including the following:
(1) DISTRIBUTION of The Star and Newsbytes;
(2) Student elections on April 24 -25;
(3) JUMP program, Book Drive next week;
(4) Black & White Ball, in Windsor, April 19;
(5) DISTRIBUTION of Sonoma Insights news
magazine - article about Nichols scholar;
(6) Jim Meyers, Vice President of Development,
retires;
(7) Sports update - baseball and softball;
(8) Annual Founders' Day, April 18, time
capsule to be buried;
(9) April is Poetry Month, Sexual Assault
Awareness Month, and Diversity Month
for La Raza Awareness.
6. SCHEDULED APPEARANCES /PRESENTATIONS:
1. CITY OF ROHNERT PARK 2001 MERIT AWARDS presented
by Community Outreach for Youth & Families (COYF)
Commission: Mayor Flores ANNOUNCED that the
presentation of these awards will be DEFERRED to the
next Council meeting on April 23, 2002, at the
request of COYF, and he read the recommendations
as follows:
*Community Service /Individual: Fred Brokaw
*Community Service /Business: 49er Pet Store
*Community Service /Schools: Education Foundation
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*Community Service /Organization: Rohnert Park
Department of Public
Safety Volunteer
Firefighters
*Cultural Enrichment: Margot Godolphin
*Neighborhood Enrichment: Marlyn Keller
*Youth Service: Ryan Inlow
2. Lynne Conde - Introducing Rohnert Park - Cotati Public
Library Foundation: Ms. Conde gave a Power Point
presentation about the formation of the Library
Foundation and its board members, and she reviewed
the purpose and the immediate needs of the library.
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Jeff Burke, Director of Marketing Services for Next
Level Communications, DISTRIBUTED his business card
and discussed how his organization will be donating
computers for the library's computer lab. Ms. Conde
NOTED that the library needs approximately 50 more
computers (700 mhz, 15 -17" monitor) and 7 more
printers (64 MB RAM, CD -ROM). She indicated that
donations can be dropped off at the Rohnert Park
Exchange Bank. Tim Smith spoke about Foundation
events, specifically a fundraiser for the Foundation
before the official opening. Council CONCURRED with
the fundraiser idea, and Councilmember Mackenzie
suggested calling the Cotati Spring Quartet. Joan
Williams, from the Fun Over 50 Club, REQUESTED
Council consideration for her group to put on a
Doll & Craft Show on April 26, 2002, as a fundraiser
for the Library Foundation. Council CONCURRED with
the idea and DIRECTED STAFF to check on the date.
Ms. Williams then DISTRIBUTED handmade dolls to the
Councilmembers in appreciation of their support for
the new library.
7. 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. Loy C Rayos, 4759 Fairway Drive, was recognized and
indicated that he changed his mind about speaking.
2. Al Barr, 5746 Dexter Circle, was recognized and
REQUESTED CLARIFICATION from City Attorney Strauss as
to which specific documents were sent to Cal- OSHA's
counsel, Mr. Mason, regarding his proposed noise
ordinance in the December, 2001, and the January and
March, 2002, contacts. Furthermore, at the request of
Mr. Barr, City Attorney Strauss INDICATED that, by the
end of the week, she would provide him with all copies
of her communications with Mr. Mason.
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3. Dan Hubley, 135 Alma Avenue, was recognized and
expressed great concern with the City's financial
state. He noted that the overgrowth has cost the City
in terms of time, money, and opportunity, and he
encouraged the Council to listen to suggestions from
the public for creating new income for the City.
Finally, he challenged the Councilmembers to be
passionate, visionary, and respectful leaders by
selecting one of the applicants to fill the vacancy
created by former Vice Mayor Spiro's resignation.
4. Tom Thunderhorse 430 Santa Barbara Drive, was
recognized and called attention to two matters: (1)
The cars that speed through the parkway between the
Altamont Apartments and the Senior Center; and (2)
The damage done to the concrete benches at the
Southwest Shopping Center by skateboarders and
inline skaters. He asked that Council consider
speed bumps and a pedestrian Sign by tale Senior
Center to calm the traffic, and he suggested that
the City consider more effective penalties for those
caught damaging the benches in the Southwest
Shopping Center. Council CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF
to prepare a report per the Southwest Shopping
Center property damage and appropriate penalties.
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8. 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 -60 per �M�V
his recommendation.
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
$584,549.34
*COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION IN THE AMOUNT OF:
$562,702.89
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C. ACCEPTING CASH /INVESTMENTS REPORT FOR MONTH END,
JANUARY 31, 2002, CONCURRENTLY FOR:
*CITY OF ROHNERT PARK /CITY COUNCIL
*COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
* ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
D. Resolutions for Adotption:
2002 -59 APPROVING AGREEMENT
THE CITY'S BUILDING
ASSOCIATES
FOR PLAN REVIEW SERVICES TO
DEPARTMENT WITH WOODS &
2002 -61 DECLARING THE 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 DETERMINE
HEARING DATES
2002 -62 APPROVING A PROCESS FOR SELECTION OF CONSULTANT
TO PREPARE A PUBLIC FACILITIES FINANCING PLAN
AND DIRECTING STAFF TO BEGIN THE SELECTION
PROCESS WITH THE ISSUANCE OF A REQUEST FOR
PROPOSALS
2002 -63 ALLOWING THE SUBMITTAL OF A PRELIMINARY
APPLICATION FOR THE SOUTHEAST SPECIFIC PLAN AREA
WITH LESS THAN A MAJORITY OF THE PLAN ACREAGE
REPRESENTED IN THE APPLICATION
E. Ordinance for Adoption:
No. 680 AMENDING CHAPTER 1 OF THE ROHNERT PARK
MUNICIPAL CODE, ADDING SECTION 1.16.020,
ADDITIONAL /ALTERNATIVE REMEDY
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Mackenzie, with the exception of Resolution
No. 2002 -60, the Consent Calendar, as otherwise outlined
on the meeting's agenda, was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Item for Consideration:
2002 -60 APPROVING SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT, MUTUAL GENERAL
RELEASE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE WITH EMPIRE
WASTE MANAGEMENT, a.d.b.a. WASTE MANAGEMENT
RECYCLING AND COLLECTION, INC.
(DEFERRED to the next Council meeting.)
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At the suggestion of Mayor Flores, Council CONCURRED TO
DEFER consideration of Resolution No. 2002 -60 for two
weeks to allow staff time to review information regarding
possible litigation related to that particular issue.
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9. CITY SEAL REDESIGN OPTIONS - CONSIDERATION OF REDESIGN
OPTIONS FOR THE CITY SEAL:
Council Discussion /Direction: After Assistant City
Manager Donley shared the contents of the staff report,
Council discussion concluded with Council CONCURRENCE
to DIRECT STAFF to design.three versions of the
City seal as follows: (1) First, a revision of
Version 2 incorporating skin tone and the word
"Community" instead of "Neighborhoods "; (2) Secondly,
a version that incorporates actual buildings in the
City; and (3) Thirdly, a completely updated, modern
version that focuses quality artwork on the City's
seed -farm origins, education, recreation, and commerce.
10. PROCESS FOR FILLING VACANCY CREATED BY LINDA SPIRO'S
RESIGNATION:
1. Discussion of alternatives and process for filling
vacancy: City Manager Netter outlined the three
options for filling the vacancy. City Attorney
Strauss responded to Council questions. Mayor
Flores DISTRIBUTED AND REVIEWED a copy of his
recommended procedure for filling the vacancy.
2. Council action on one of the following alternatives:
rniinriImamhar.c� rnnaidarad tha thraa alternatives
listed below and shared their perspectives on a
procedure for filling the vacancy. City Attorney
Strauss provided clarification regarding the
language in the Urgency Ordinance and any subsequent
resolution establishing a procedure to fill the
vacancy.
(1)
Adopt minute order providing that vacancy will be
filled by appointment; calling for applications;
establishing deadlines:
Resolution for Adoption:
2002- ESTABLISHING A PROCEDURE TO FILL THE VACANCY
CREATED BY THE RESIGNATION OF LINDA SPIRO
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(2)
Adopt minute order providing that the office will
remain vacant until filled by election at the
November, 2002, general municipal election
OR
(3)
Adopt Ordinance No. , and Urgency Ordinance
Providing that a Council Vacancy Shall Be Filled
Initially by Appointment to Serve until November,
2002, General Municipal Election (calling for
applications and establishing deadlines); and then
by Election at the November, 2002, General
Municipal Election
Urgency Ordinance for Adoption:
No. 681 ADDING SECTION 2.08.090 TO THE ROHNERT PARK
MUNICIPAL CODE FOR AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK,
ESTABLISHING A METHOD OF FILLING CITY COUNCIL
VACANCIES
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, seconded by
Mayor Flores, Urgency Ordinance for Adoption No. 681 was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED with DIRECTIONS FOR STAFF to include
language in the Urgency Ordinance that at least three
votes in favor of an applicant will be required to fill
the vacancy.
Resolution for Adoption:
2002 -64 ESTABLISHING A PROCEDURE TO FILL THE VACANCY
CREATED BY THE RESIGNATION OF LINDA SPIRO
Councilmember again shared their perspectives on an
appropriate and fair procedure. Said discussion
concluded, and upon MOTION by Mayor Flores, seconded
by Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, Resolution for
Adoption 2002 -64, including acceptance of Mayor Flores'
recommended procedure, was APPROVED 3 -1, with
Councilmember Mackenzie dissenting, and with DIRECTIONS
FOR STAFF to amend the proposal to include language that
would allow all interested parties to submit a letter to
the City by April 17, 2002, and to be interviewed at a
Special Council Meeting to be held on April 26, 2002.
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In dissenting, Councilmember Mackenzie noted that the
person receiving the highest number of votes in the
last general municipal election for the City should be
the person appointed to fill the vacancy.
ANNOUNCEMENT:
Mayor Flores called for any citizens of Rohnert Park
interested in filling the vacancy on the City Council
to submit a letter to the City by Wednesday, April 17,
2002, and to come to a Special Meeting of the City
Council, open to the public, which will convene on
Friday; April 26, 2002, in the Council chambers at
6:00 p.m., to be interviewed by the Councilmembers
as they consider a candidate to fill the vacancy.
11. LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS - COUNCIL CONSIDERATION OF
DESIGNATING LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS CREATED BY VICE MAYOR
LiiuA Mri -^'S REST ^viv'ATiON, EFFECTIVE MARCH 31, 6006:
Council Discussion /Direction: City Manager Netter
presented Council with a listing of the vacant
liaison assignments created by Vice Mayor Spiro's
resignation. Mayor Flores went through the list to
determine Council interest as follows:
Housing Finance Authority: No interested Councilmembers.
Rent Appeals Board: No interested Councilmembers.
Sister Cities: No interested Councilmembers.
ABAG: FOR THE RECORD, Councilmember Mackenzie stated
that the liaison to this agency serves as the
representative to ABAG's General Assembly. He
noted that as the alternate 1ia1-on to ABAGl- he
signed up for the General Assembly on April 25,
2002. Finally, he formally REQUESTED to be
appointed as ABAG liaison, and Mayor Flores
CONCURRED.
Golf Courses: Mayor Flores CONCURRED with the REQUEST
of Councilmember Mackenzie to serve on
this Subcommittee.
Hospital Site: No interested Councilmembers.
Performing Arts Center: Mayor Flores CONCURRED with
the REQUEST of Councilmember
Vidak- Martinez to serve on
this Subcommittee.
Economic Development: Mayor Flores CONCURRED with the
REQUEST of Councilmember
Mackenzie to serve on this
Subcommittee.
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Founders' Day: No interested Councilmembers.
Rohnert Park Youth Summit: Council CONCURRED TO DELETE
said Ad Hoc Subcommittee.
Telecommunications: Council CONCURRED TO COMBINE the
Telecommunications Subcommittee with
the Cable Television Subcommittee.
At the suggestion of Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, Council
CONCURRED TO AGENDIZE the matter of the next Vice Mayor as
selected on a year -to -year rotational basis.
EXTEND COUNCIL MEETING:
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by
Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, a motion to extend the
meeting past 10:00 p.m. to finish necessary agenda items
was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED at 9:49 p.m.
RECESS: Mayor Flores declared a recess at 9:49 p.m.
RECONVENE: Mayor Flores reconvened the Council at
9:58 p.m. with all of the Councilmembers
present.
12. PLANNING AND ZONING MATTERS:
1. Draft Zoning Ordinance - Consideration of
alternative methods for Council review of the Draft
Zoning Ordinance and status report on the Zoning
Mai Update Process: Planning Director Kaufman
reviewed the contents of the staff report.
Council Discussion /Direction: Council CONCURRED
with staff's recommendation to hold at least two
two -hour study sessions in July and August, 2002,
prior to holding the public hearing.
2. Wilfred Dowdell Specific Plan /Status Report -
Consideration to proceed with the update of the
Wilfred - Dowdell Specific Plan: Planning Director
Kaufman reviewed the contents of the staff report
and responded to Council inquiries.
Council Discussion /Concurrence: Council CONCURRED
TO DIRECT STAFF to update the Wilfred - Dowdell
Specific Plan.
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13. BUDGET MATTER - REVIEW RESULTS OF APRIL 9, 2002,
BUDGET WORK SESSION:
Report Out /Action: City Manager Netter gave a brief
overview of the meeting and called for Council
direction on the proposed cuts. At the suggestion
of Mayor Flores, Council CONCURRED TO AGENDIZE the
following budget matters for the next Council
meeting:
(1) Discussion and direction on proposed budget
cuts;
(2) Consideration of percentage to leave the General
Fund at;
(3) Direction as to what to do with the existing
City library;
(4) Consideration of how much the Council is willing
to borrow from the Endowment Fund.
14. GENERAL PLAN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM - MATTERS RELATED
TO THE GENERAL PLAN PROCESS, IF ANY:
1. Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA)
matter: At the suggestion of Councilmember
Mackenzie, Council CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF to
write a letter to SCTA, asking them to convene a
meeting of the parties named in the Transportation
Policy 21, which is called the Regional Mitigation
Plan, to discuss issues surrounding Rohnert Park's
role as the lead agency and the City of Santa
Rosa's lack of response to the City's requests for
transportation mitigation measures in terms of their
propose--' ovr��nci uric i n i -ln,=J -y-
2. Planninq Area matters: At the suggestion of
Councilmember Reilly, Council CONCURRED TO DIRECT
STAFF to send a letter to the County asking that
they notice the City on any projects in the
Planning Area.
15. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND /OR OTHER REPORTS:
1. Executive Subcommittee, March 29, 2002, meeting:
Mayor Flores pointed out several items from the
meeting's agenda that were discussed, including
the budget, the construction of new SSU housing
in progress, the use of the old library, and
the upcoming construction of Costco.
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2. Joint Meeting with Cotati - Rohnert Park Unified
School District, April 10, 2002: INFORMATIONAL
PURPOSES. Mayor Flores noted that the agenda
has been provided to Council in the agenda
packets.
3. Other, if any:
a. Investors' Committee of the Sonoma County Tourism
Council: Councilmember Vidak- Martinez reported
from the last meeting that matters are moving
forward in terms of the ongoing discussions about
the Business Improvement Area, which is all of
Sonoma County. She noted that an 18 -month time
frame is in place to get the cities, the County,
and the lodging industry involved in raising the
level of tourism marketing.
b. Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association Working
Group: Councilmember Mackenzie reported that he
attended part of the meeting last Thursday of
the Working Group. At the request of
Councilmember Mackenzie, Council CONCURRED TO
DIRECT STAFF to report back from the April 11
meeting of the Board of Directors' of the
Mayors' & Councilmembers' Association in terms
of any discussion regarding equity issues
surrounding a possible continuation of the
Workforce Housing Jobs Linkage Fees Study.
16. TRANSPORTATION MATTERS:
1. Sonoma County Transportation Authority (SCTA),
April 8, 2002, meeting: Councilmember Mackenzie
reported on a few items from the meeting,
including the following: (1) Marin Congestion
group agreed not to put tax measure on the
November ballot; (2) SCTA and Marin Congestion
group agree to work closely together on SMART
legislation and opportunities for two - county
funding of bus, bike, and pedestrian linkages;
(3) Wilfred Avenue overcharge scheduled to
begin in 2005 due to a one -year delay on that
project.
2. Other, if any: None.
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17. COMMUNICATIONS:
Communications per the attached outline were brought to
the attention of the Councilmembers. No communications
were discussed.
18. MATTERS FROM /FOR COUNCIL:
1. Recommending resolution supporting Open Space
efforts of Lafferty Ranch, City of Petaluma:
Councilmember Mackenzie ASKED for Council support
to formally agendize consideration of a resolution
in support of the Open Space efforts of Lafferty
Ranch.
At this time, Mayor Flores called forward members of the
public interested in speaking on this item:
1. Eunice EdgJ_nqcc)n, 7_-Iv roily wurL_, wds recoylli.zeu diiu
encouraged Council to go to laffertyranch.org to
learn more about the history of the Ranch. She
noted the efforts by the City of Petaluma to open
the Ranch, and she recommended Council support of
the open space efforts of Lafferty Ranch.
2. Bruce Hagen, 145 Grevillia Drive, Petaluma, was
recognized and indicated that he has been actively
involved in efforts to open Lafferty Ranch on
Sonoma Mountain as a public park. He DISTRIBUTED a
one -page case summary, including photos, and he
briefly summarized the many reasons why the City
should support the open space efforts. He touched
on ero -to ri sm, and trnter
enthusiasm for the Open Space District. Finally,
he urged the Council to unanimously support allowing
the Board of Supervisors, as the decision - making
body of the Open Space District, to purchase the
development rights for the Lafferty property. He
also encouraged the Council to arrange a tour
through City of Petaluma staff.
3. Dr. Bill Kortim Petaluma, was recognized and noted
that as a Sonoma County native, Lafferty Ranch has
been in his view for 75 years. He indicated that
it would be a wonderful opportunity if people could
go up the mountain and enjoy the views. He encouraged
Council support for the resolution.
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Upon MOTION by Councilmember Mackenzie, seconded by
Councilmember Vidak- Martinez, a motion to formally
agendize the Lafferty Ranch resolution for the next
Council meeting was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED. Mayor
Flores DIRECTED STAFF to get additional information
from the City of Petaluma to arrange a tour of
Lafferty Ranch for the Councilmembers.
2. Library Time Capsule: Mayor Flores DIRECTED
COUNCIL, City Manager Netter, and City Attorney
Strauss to begin to consider items to place in
the new Library Time Capsule. Furthermore,
Council CONCURRED TO DIRECT STAFF (1) To
report back on the appropriate size of the
items; and (2) To invite the School District
and the City of Cotati to participate as well.
3. Community Forum on Budget Solutions: At the
suggestion of Councilmember Mackenzie, Council
CONCURRED to include in one of the upcoming Budget
Work Sessions a formal opportunity for members of
the public to come forward with their budget ideas.
4. Congresswoman Lynn Woolsey - Marin /Sonoma County
Congestion Management /Transportation Funding,
April 8, 2002, meeting: Councilmember Mackenzie
reported on two items from the April 8 meeting
between the Chair of the Marin Congestion group
and himself, as Chair of SCTA: (1) Reauthorization
of the Federal T -21 bill will take place next year,
and Congresswoman Woolsey will work with both
groups, Marin Congestion and SCTA, to get monies
for the Sonoma -Marin Narrows Project as part of the
T -21 authorization; and (2) Congresswoman Woolsey
agreed to support AB2224, implementation of the
proposed SMART Transit District.
5. Council Water Subcommittee: City Attorney Strauss
gave a brief overview of her staff report. Council
discussion concluded with Council CONCURRENCE to
form a Council Water Subcommittee. Mayor Flores
then APPOINTED Councilmember Vidak- Martinez and
and Councilmember Mackenzie as Council liaisons to
the newly formed Water Subcommittee.
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6. Trip to Tanglewood with Sonoma State University
representatives, August 14 -18, 2002: City Manager
Netter gave a brief overview of the item and
requested Council concurrence to set the program
up.
Council Discussion /Action: Council discussion
concluded with Council CONCURRENCE TO DIRECT STAFF
to send two official representatives to Tanglewood:
Councilmember Vidak- Martinez and a member of staff
as selected by City Manager Netter. Councilmember
Vidak- Martinez noted that she will be paying her
own way for the trip.
7. Other informational items, if any: None.
19. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
1. Booking Fees PS GVVG -VJ - %.- County VL oVllvttta, 1�v . i�. °c
of Public Hearing to Adopt FY 02 -03 Booking Fee,
Tuesday, June 18 2002, Board of Supervisors'
Meeting Room, 575 Administration Drive, Room 100 -A,
Santa Rosa: City Manager Netter referred Council
to the staff report.
2. Economic Development Workshop /Forum Plan /Date:
City Manager Netter indicated that he will defer
to the Economic Development Committee when they
are ready to set up this forum. Mayor Flores
DIRECTED Assistant City Manager Donley to meet
with City Manager Netter to set up a meeting
with the Economic: Development Committee as soon
as possible-
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3. Other informational items, if any: None.
20. OTHER UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES:
Mayor Flores called forward any members of the public
wishing to speak. No one responded.
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ADJOURNMENT:
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There being no further business, Mayor Flores
ADJOURNED the meeting at approximately 11:03 p.m.
Katy Leonard,
Certified Shorthand Reporter
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Armando Flores,
Mayor
City of Rohnert Park
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