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Home My WebLink About2026/01/13 City Council Minutes RONNERT PAR 19 62 CALIFORI P. MINUTES OF THE JOINT REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK City Council Rohnert Park Financing Authority Successor Agency to the Community Development Commission Tuesday,January 13, 2026 1. CITY COUNCIL/RPFA/SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CDC JOINT REGULAR MEETING - CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Mayor Sanborn called the joint regular meeting to order at 5:31 p.m., which was legally noticed on January 8, 2026. Council Present: Emily Sanborn, Mayor Jackie Elward, Vice Mayor Susan H. Adams, Councilmember Gerard Giudice, Councilmember Samantha Rodriguez, Councilmember Staff present: City Manager Piedra, City Attorney Kenyon, Director of Finance Howze, Director of Community Services Bagley, Director of Public Safety Mattos, Acting Director of Public Works Hendersen, Director of Human Resources Cannon, Fire Marshal Hall, Fire Inspector Heaton, Senior Analyst Hopley, Accounting Manager Valencia, Senior Planner Pickett, Interim Building Official Daubs, Public Works Operations Manager General Services Bunte, Interim Housing Manager Quig, Information Systems Operations Manager Cotter, and Assistant City Clerk Machado. 2. READING OF THE LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT Recited by Mayor Sanborn. 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led by Ed Clites. 4. PRESENTATIONS A. Swearing In and Introduction of Public Safety Officers Daniel Beltran and Logan Elliott. Director of Public Safety Mattos introduced Public Safety Officers Beltran and Elliott. B. Mayor's Proclamation: Proclaiming January 19,2025 as Martin Luther King,Jr. Day. Mayor Sanborn read the proclamation and encouraged all to honor Dr. King's legacy by reflecting on his teachings, engaging in community service, and renewing our commitment to his fight for social justice. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Peter Alexander spoke about this item. City of Rohnert Park Joint Regular Meeting Minutes for City Council January 13,2026 RPFA/CDC Successor Agency Page 2 of 9 C. Mayor's Recognition: Recognizing Ed Clites for his Voluntary Work in the City's Toy Drive. Mayor Sanborn read the proclamation and presented it to Ed Clites. 5. DEPARTMENT HEAD BRIEFINGS None. 6. PUBLIC COMMENTS Aaron Burton, Field Representative for SEIU, spoke about cost-of-living adjustments, market rate pay, and concerns about healthcare costs. Peter Alexander spoke about CSPOA, protests, women suffering, and gardens. Jibranh Ortega thanked city staff for all the work they do, spoke about the removal of the school resource officer from campus, and advocated for a solution for the return of the school resource officer. City Manager Piedra provided information on the removal of a school resource officer and the program. Salma Santorineos spoke about the removal of a school resource officer and concern for students. 7. CONSENT CALENDAR 7.A Acceptance of Reports from Finance Department: 1. City Bills/Demands for Payment dated November 22, 2025 through December 29, 2025 2. Successor Agency-Cash Report as of November 30, 2025 3. City-Cash Report for Month as of November 30, 2025 7.B Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes: 1. City Council Special Meeting Minutes for December 9, 2025 2. City Council/RPFA/Successor Agency Joint Regular Meeting Minutes for December 9, 2025 7.0 Receive Progress Report on the Status of the Emergency Public Safety Antenna and Radio System Replacement Project(CIP2412), as required by the Public Contract Code and by Minute Order, authorize the continuation of Resolution 2024-051 until the emergency action is completed 7.D Receive Series 2007R Excess Bond Proceeds Expenditure Report(July 2025 through December 2025) 7.E By Minute Order, Confirm Mayor's Letter Designating an Alternate Voting Representative at the Mayors' and Councilmembers' Association Board and City Selection Committee Meetings 7.F. By Minute Order, (1) Receive Report From Mayor on Mayor's Assignments of Councilmembers to City Council Liaison Positions, and Sub-Committees, (2) Council Confirmation of Mayor's Nominations of Councilmembers and Staff to Outside Agencies 7.G. By Minute Order, Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to Task Order 2025-01 with Green Valley Consulting Engineers for Additional As-Needed City of Rohnert Park Joint Regular Meeting Minutes for City Council January 13,2026 RPFA/CDC Successor Agency Page 3 of 9 Public Works Inspection Services for Staff Augmentation, in an Amount Not to Exceed $120,000, for a Total Contract Amount of$219,000 7.H. By Minute Order, Authorize the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to Consultant Services Agreement with Dudek for Additional Environmental Services during Construction of the Copeland Creek Trail to Crane Creek Project, (Project No. CIP0719) in an Amount Not to Exceed $74,971 for a Total Contract Amount of $177,935 (California Environmental Quality Act Status for Projects: Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration adopted February 25, 2020) 7.I. Adopt Resolution 2026 001 Resolution Authorizing and Approving a Letter Agreement to the Memorandum of Agreement for the Rohnert Park Public Safety Officers' Association(RPPSOA)PULLED BY VICE MAYOR ELWARD 7.J. Adopt Resolution 2026-002 Authorizing and Approving a Letter Agreement to the Memorandum of Agreement with the Rohnert Park Employees Association (RPEA) 7.K. Adopt Resolution 2026-003 Authorizing and Approving a Letter Agreement to the Memorandum of Agreement for the Rohnert Park Public Safety Managers' Association (RPPSMA) 7.L. Adopt Resolution 2026-004 Authorizing and Approving a Letter Agreement to the Outline of Certain Conditions of Employment, Fringe Benefits, and Salary for the Confidential Unit and the Management Unit 7.M. Adopt Resolution 2026-005 to Award the Construction Contract for the Eagle and Magnolia Park Electrical Equipment Replacement Project CIP2208 to James Day Construction, Inc. for$377,850, Authorize the City Manager to Approve up to $37,785 (10%) in Change Orders, Approve the Project Plans and Specifications, and Find the Project Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA)pursuant to Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction) of CEQA Guidelines. (14 Cal. Code Regs. §§ 15301, 15302) 7.N. Adopt Resolution 2026-006 Authorizing a Budget Amendment in the Amount of $197,000 in the Vehicle and Equipment Replacement Fund (VRF) and the Information Technology ISF for the Purchase of Replacement Server Hardware at the City of Rohnert Park's Annex Data Center in an Amount Not to Exceed $197,000 and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Purchasing Documents 7.0. Adopt Resolution 2025-009 of the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park as Successor Agency to the Former Community Development Commission of the City of Rohnert Park Approving the Annual Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for the Period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 (ROPS 26-27) Pursuant to Section 34177 (o) of the California Health and Safety Code and Authorizing Staff to Take Related Actions ACTION: Moved/seconded (Adams/Rodriguez)to approve the consent calendar with the exception of Item 7.1. Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0-0-0 voice vote: AYES: Adams, Giudice, Rodriguez, Elward, and Sanborn, NOES: None, ABSENT: None, ABSTAINS: None. City of Rohnert Park Joint Regular Meeting Minutes for City Council January 13,2026 RPFA/CDC Successor Agency Page 4 of 9 7.I. Adopt Resolution 2026-001 Resolution Authorizing and Approving a Letter Agreement to the Memorandum of Agreement for the Rohnert Park Public Safety Officers' Association(RPPSOA) ACTION: Moved/seconded (Giudice/Rodriguez)to approve Item 7.I. Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0-0-0 voice vote: AYES: Adams, Giudice, Rodriguez, Elward, and Sanborn,NOES: None, ABSENT: None, ABSTAINS: None. 8. REGULAR ITEMS A. Council Selection of Dates for FY 2026-2027 Budget Hearing Work Sessions. Finance Director Howze presented this item. Recommended Action(s): Select dates in April 2026 for budget hearing work sessions to consider the City of Rohnert Park's proposed FY 2026-2027 budget. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None. ACTION: By consensus (none opposed), Council directed staff to schedule the budget hearing work sessions for April 16 and 17, from 3pm-7pm. Councilmember Adams left the dais at 6:54 p.m. and returned to the dais at 7:02 p.m. Mayor Sanborn declared a recess at 6:55 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 7:02 p.m. Councilmember Rodriguez returned to the dais from the recess at 7:03 p.m. B. Council Accept the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and Single Audit for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30,2025, Proposition 4 Article XIII-B (GANN) Limit Agreed-Upon Procedures Report for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and Adopt a Resolution to Authorize the Finance Director to Appropriate Certain Assigned Fund Balances. Finance Director Howze presented this item. Recommended Action(s): 1. Accept the FY 2024-25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report(ACFR), the Single Audit and Proposition 4 Article XIII-B (GANN) Limit Agreed-Upon Procedures Report for FY 2024-25, and 2. Adopt a Resolution to authorize the Finance Director to appropriate certain Assigned Fund Balances. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None. Council accepted the FY 2024-25 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), the Single Audit and Proposition 4 Article XIII-B (GANN) Limit Agreed-Upon Procedures Report for FY 2024-25. ACTION: Moved/seconded (Adams/Rodriguez)to adopt Resolution 2026-007. City of Rohnert Park Joint Regular Meeting Minutes for City Council January 13,2026 RPFA/CDC Successor Agency Page 5 of 9 Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0-0-0 voice vote: AYES: Adams, Giudice, Rodriguez, Elward, and Sanborn, NOES: None, ABSENT: None, ABSTAINS: None. Councilmember Giudice left the dais at 8:02 p.m. and returned to the dais at 8:05 p.m. C. Receive an Update and Discussion and Direction Regarding the Methodology Used to Determine Facility Costs Needed to Develop a Financial Sustainability Policy for Parks and Recreation. Director of Community Services Bagley and Management Analyst Morgan presented this item. Recommended Action(s): 1. Receive an update on the development of a financial sustainability policy for parks and recreation. 2. Approve the methodology used for determining facility costs and direct staff to continue to the next step in developing a financial sustainability policy for parks and recreation. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None. ACTION: By consensus (none opposed), Council directed staff to use the methodology presented and continue to the next step in developing a financial sustainability policy for parks and recreation. D. Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving a 180-Day Wait Period Exception Specific to the Appointment of Retired Annuitant Timothy S. Mattos to the Vacant Position of Director of Public Safety(Government Code sections 7522.56 & 21221(h)). Director of Human Resources Cannon presented this item. Recommended Action(s): Adopt a resolution approving a 180-day wait period exception specific to the appointment of retired annuitant Timothy S. Mattos to the vacant position of Director of Public Safety (Government Code sections 7522.56 & 21221(h)). Pursuant to Government Code section 54953(c), Director Cannon provided an oral summary report of the salary and compensation paid to the Interim Director of Public Safety under the terms of this agreement. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None. ACTION: Moved/seconded (Rodriguez/Giudice)to adopt Resolution 2026-008. Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0-0-0 voice vote: AYES: Adams, Giudice, Rodriguez, Elward, and Sanborn,NOES: None, ABSENT: None, ABSTAINS: None. Disclosure of potential conflict of interest: Councilmember Adams stated she plans to run for election in 2026 and has a potential conflict of interest. Councilmember Adams left the dais at 8:44 p.m. City of Rohnert Park Joint Regular Meeting Minutes for City Council January 13,2026 RPFA/CDC Successor Agency Page 6 of 9 E. Discussion and Direction Regarding Campaign Contribution Limit Review Established by Rohnert Park Municipal Code §2.65.030. Assistant City Clerk Machado presented this item. Recommended Action(s): Review the established$500.00 (five hundred dollars) campaign contribution limit and determine if the limitation shall remain the same, be increased, or decreased. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None. ACTION: By consensus (Councilmember Adams absent), Council directed staff to maintain the current campaign contribution limits. Councilmember Adams returned to the dais at 8:47 p.m. F. Consider Introducing by Title Only and Waive the First Reading of Ordinance No. 990, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park,Amending Ordinance No. 989 to Add Findings for the Adoption of California Building Standards Code—Existing Building Code Appendix A4 and Fire Code Appendices E, F, G,I,J, K, L and O. Fire Marshal Hall and Interim Building Official Daubs presented this item. Recommended Action(s): Introduce by Title Only and Waive the First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Ordinance 989 to Add Findings for the Adoption of California Building Standards Code—Existing Building Code Appendix A4 and Fire Code Appendices E, F, G, I, J, K, L and P, remove the adoption of Fire Code Appendices N and 0, and amend the added fire code section 903.2.24; and setting a date of January 27, 2026 for the second reading of the ordinance. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None. ACTION: Moved/seconded (Rodriguez/Giudice)to introduce by title only and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 990 and setting a date of January 27, 2026 for the second reading of the ordinance. Title read by Councilmember Rodriguez. Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0-0-0 roll call vote: AYES: Adams, Giudice, Rodriguez, Elward, and Sanborn,NOES: None, ABSENT: None, ABSTAINS: None. G. Public Hearing(Noticed January 2,2026) Consider Waiving the First Reading of and Introducing an Ordinance Making revisions to Rohnert Park Municipal Code Titles 1 (General Provisions), 16 (Subdivisions), and 17 (Zoning) of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code (RPMC) to (1) implement Housing Element Programs and ensure consistency with State law; (2) reorganize sections of the Code for ease of use; (3) implement the regional transit oriented communities policy; and (4) make minor amendments, clarifications and other conforming revisions. (CEQA: Consistent with the Negative Declaration for the Housing Element; exempt from CEQA under Public Resources Code Section 21080.17, and CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3))Council Selection of Dates for FY 2026-2027 Budget Hearing Work Sessions. Deputy City City of Rohnert Park Joint Regular Meeting Minutes for City Council January 13,2026 RPFA/CDC Successor Agency Page 7 of 9 Attorney Murphy and Senior Planner Pickett presented this item. Recommended Action(s): Conduct a Public Hearing and waive the first reading of and introduce an Ordinance making revisions to Rohnert Park Municipal Code Titles 1 (General Provisions), 16 (Subdivisions), and 17 (Zoning) of the Rohnert Park Municipal Code (RPMC) to (1) implement Housing Element Programs and ensure consistency with State law; (2) reorganize sections of the Code for ease of use; (3) implement the regional transit-oriented communities policy; and(4) make minor amendments, clarifications and other conforming revisions. Public Hearing Opened: 9:17 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Steve Keith spoke about this item. Public Hearing Closed: 9:20 p.m. ACTION: Moved/seconded (Giudice/Adams)to introduce by title only and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 991 and directed staff to update noticing practices to a minimum of 600 feet radius and include a project description in the notice. Title read by Assistant City Clerk Machado. Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0-0-0 roll call vote: AYES: Adams, Giudice, Rodriguez, Elward, and Sanborn,NOES: None, ABSENT: None, ABSTAINS: None. Rodriguez left the dais at 9:32 p.m. and returned to the dais at 9:35 p.m. H. Public Hearing (Noticed January 2, 2026) Consider Waiving the First Reading of and Introducing an Ordinance Rezoning Multiple Parcels at 5435 Snyder Lane from Commercial Office to High Density Residential consistent with the 2023-2031 Housing Element Adequate Sites Program (CEQA: Statutory Exemption under Public Resources Code Section 21080.085(a)). Deputy City Attorney Murphy and Senior Planner Pickett presented this item. Recommended Action(s): Conduct a public hearing and waive the first reading of and introduce an Ordinance amending the City of Rohnert Park Zoning Map for multiple parcels located at 5435 Snyder Lane (APNs 158-320-001 to -006 and 158-320-009 to -011) from the Commercial Office (C-O)Zoning District to the High Density Residential (R- H) Zoning District as required by the 2023- 2031 Housing Element. Public Hearing Opened: 10:25 p.m. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Bill Wessner, Cross and Crown Lutheran Church and School Pastor, spoke about the parcels, church, their history, and Public Hearing Closed: 10:31 p.m. City of Rohnert Park Joint Regular Meeting Minutes for City Council January 13,2026 RPFA/CDC Successor Agency Page 8 of 9 ACTION: Moved/seconded (Adams/Elward)to introduce by title only and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 992. Title read by Assistant City Clerk Machado Motion carried by the following 3-2-0-0 roll call vote: AYES: Adams, Giudice, and Sanborn,NOES: Rodriguez and Elward, ABSENT: None, ABSTAINS: None. 9. COMMITTEE/LIAISON/OTHER REPORTS A. City Standing Committees, Council Liaison Assignments, Outside Agency and Mayors & Councilmembers/City Selection Committee Appointments and Reports Under Government Code Section 53232.3(d): • Councilmember Elward reported on the Sonoma Clean Power Authority Board of Directors (1/8/26) meeting. Councilmember Adams left the dais at 10:35 p.m. and returned to the dais at 10:44 p.m. • Councilmember Rodriguez reported on the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors (12/16/25) meeting. • Mayor Sanborn reported that the Mayor's and Councilmembers' Association Board of Director December meeting and Zero Waste Sonoma Board of Director meeting were cancelled. Mayor Sanborn reported on the Mayor's and Councilmembers' Association Board of Director(1/6/26) and reported there was not a Water Advisory Committee (WAC)to Sonoma Water(1/5/26) meeting. • Councilmember Giudice reported on the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District Building and Operating Committee, Finance-Auditing Committee & Rules, Policy & Industrial Relations Committee (12/18/25) meetings, the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District Board of Directors Special Meeting (12/19/25), and the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District Board of Directors Annual Holiday Luncheon(12/19/25). • Councilmember Giudice reported on the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District Board of Directors Annual Holiday Luncheon(12/19/25) • Councilmember Giudice and Mayor Sanborn reported on the Noon Times Networking Luncheon(1/7/26). 10. COMMUNICATIONS Councilmember Rodriguez shared upcoming fundraising events for Latino Service Providers, RP Warriors Cheer, and Sonoma County NAACP. Councilmember Adams spoke about the toy drive and thanked the Council and Cathy Slack for their work on the toy drive. Councilmember Adams also stated she was able to deliver leftover toys to children at Valley of the Moon. Councilmember Giudice gave shout out to Councilmember Adams for her dedication and work on the toy drive. Councilmember Giudice also spoke about the Rotary and Stockham Construction toy drives. Mayor Sanborn attended the first of two community meetings on the City's Urban Forest Management Plan, thanked staff members Scott Sanders, Amanda Bunte, and Mark Hendersen City of Rohnert Park Joint Regular Meeting Minutes for City Council January 13,2026 RPFA/CDC Successor Agency Page 9 of 9 Mayor Sanborn attended the first of two community meetings on the City's Urban Forest Management Plan, thanked staff members Scott Sanders, Amanda Bunte, and Mark Hendersen for their work on the plan, and invited all to attend the next meeting on February 12. Mayor Sanborn also invited all to take the Sonoma County Library's survey. 11. ADDING AGENDA ITEMS TO A FUTURE CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Councilmember Rodriguez requested an agenda item during the goal setting meeting to review communication policies and how to improve communication. The request was supported by Mayor Sanborn. 12. PUBLIC COMMENT None. 13. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Sanborn adjourned the meeting at 10:51 p.m. Elizabeth Machado, Assistant City Clerk mi y Sanborm, Mayor City of Rohnert Park City of Rohnert Park