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CITY OF ROHNERT PARK CONCURRENT MEETINGS MINUTES for:
CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
August 9, 2005
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 meeting to commence at 6:00 p.m. at
the Rohnert Park City Hall, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert
Park, with Mayor Mackenzie presiding.
CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Mackenzie CALLED the Council Meeting to order at
6:04 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (5) Councilmembers Breeze, Flores and Smith; Vice
Mayor Vidak-Martinez; Mayor Mackenzie
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the Regular Session: City
Manager Donley, Assistant City Attorney Whelan, Interim
Assistant City Manager/City Engineer Jenkins, Interim
Assistant Manager/Finance Director Lipitz, Interim Director
of Community Development Bendorff, Housing & Redevelopment
Project Manager Ellena, Deputy Chief Building Official Bruck
and Director Public Safety Bullard.
Mayor Mackenzie advised Council and the public that he had
recently been admitted to the hospital and subsequently had
a procedure done to reverse a heart condition. He thanked
staff for their kind wishes.
1. SCHEDULED APPEARANCES/PRESENTATIONS:
1. Mayor's Presentation of Resolution honoring Brianne
Konanz for her example of courageous living and
recognizing Public Works Employees Chuck Harmon, Ed
Joerger and Warren Naumann for "Give the Girl a Lift"
efforts to obtain a lift system: Mayor Mackenzie
READ AND PRESENTED the resolution to said Public
Works Employees, and Mr. Naumann shared brief
comments.
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2. Bonnie Black on "Leash-Cutting Ceremony" for the
Roberts Lake Dog Park, August 20, 2005 from 10:00 a.m.
to 1:00 p.m.: Ms. Black INVITED Councilmembers to the
ceremony, and she REQUESTED that the Mayor cut the
leash. Ms. Black described the activities planned for
the ceremony, and she thanked local businesses who made
generous contributions to the event.
3. Greg Nordin regarding General Plan Implementation:
Mr. Nordin reviewed written comments, ATTACHED TO THE
ORIGINAL SET OF MINUTES, as he recalled the events
leading to the adoption of the General Plan. He
expressed concern that the Council is breaking its
contract with the citizens by not implementing all
parts of the General Plan equally, such as the
Community Fields project and commercial development.
He further expressed concern at the idea of redoing
the General Plan, and he stated that Mayor Mackenzie
did not uphold the City's General Plan by expressing
support for the Codding/Agilent project or the State
Farm/City Center project, both of which require a
General Plan amendment process. He called for the
Council to give high priority to the implementation
of the City's adopted General Plan before starting a
new, lengthy and expensive General Plan process.
4. Sonoma State University (SSU) representatives for:
Open House Update by Catharine Brankamp, Director
of Development: Ms. Brankamp SUBMITTED AND
REVIEWED an SSU Open House Event Schedule for
Saturday, October 8th. Mayor Mackenzie DIRECTED
STAFF TO AGENDIZE a Public Appearance by
Ms. Brankamp for the September 27th Council meeting
to update Council on said event.
Introduction of Dan Condron, Vice President of
University Affairs, SSU: Ms. Brankamp introduced
Mr. Condron, who reviewed his employment background
and his duties at SSU. Mayor Mackenzie noted that
he has a September 12th meeting with Mr. Condron
and SSU President Arminana.
5. Introduction of Cas Ellena, Housing & Redevelopment
Project Manager, City of Rohnert Park: City Manager
Donley ANNOUNCED that Senior Planner Bendorff is now
the Interim Director of Community Development.
Interim Director of Community Development Bendorff
reviewed a biography on Ms. Ellena's educational and
employment background, and Ms. Ellena shared brief
comments.
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2. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES/COMMENTS:
Mayor Mackenzie asked that all members of the public
interested in speaking on Agenda Item No. 8, "Marriage
Equality Resolution," wait until said scheduled agenda
item.
1. Peter Tscherneff, Sonoma County, was recognized and
discussed various incidences of violence directed toward
migrant workers or occurring at public parks, fairs and
sporting events. He expressed support for local police
departments, and he noted that the violence will
escalate until there is mutual respect between members
of the public and the police.
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Mayor Mackenzie asked if there were any questions about the
matters on the Consent Calendar. Mayor Mackenzie signified
removal of the following items for further discussion:
Concurrent City Meetings Minutes for the City Council
Portion of the Regular Meeting on July 12, 2005 and the
Special Joint Meeting on July 13, 2005 per Councilmember
Smith's recommendation; Resolution Nos. 2005-236 and
2005-237 per Councilmember Flores' recommendation.
B. APPROVAL OF CITY BILLS/DEMANDS FOR PAYMENT:
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK/CITY COUNCIL IN THE AMOUNT OF:
$519,650.01
C. RESOLUTIONS FOR ADOPTION:
2005-238 DECLARING FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2005 AS "STEP
FAMILY DAY"
2005-239 DECLARING SEPTEMBER 2005 AS "NATIONAL ALCOHOL
AND DRUG ADDICTION RECOVERY MONTH"
2005-240 APPROVING A LEASE WITH OPTION TO PURCHASE
AGREEMENT WITH BANC OF AMERICA LEASING & CAPITAL,
LLC AND DECLARING INTENT TO BE REIMBURSED FROM
THE PROCEEDS
2005-241 AUTHORIZING THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT TO RELEASE
CHECKS SET FOR APPROVAL AT ANY CANCELED MEETING
DATE AND BRING FORWARD FOR APPROVAL AT THE NEXT
REGULARLY SCHEDULED MEETING DATE
2005-242 ACCEPTING THE DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE REPORT FOR
FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2004
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2005-243 AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN ANTENNA SITE LEASE
AGREEMENT WITH NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC
2005-244 APPROVING THE PROJECT MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH
GREYSTONE WEST COMPANY, CITY HALL PROJECT
NO. 2004-33
2005-245 APPROVING THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR FUNDING
AND ADMINISTRATION OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
WATER CONSERVATION PROGRAM FUNDED IN FISCAL YEAR
2005/2006
2005-246 APPROVING THE MASTER AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES WITH WINZLER & KELLY CONSULTING ENGINEERS
2005-247 APPROVING TASK ORDER NO. 2005-10 WITH WINZLER &
KELLY ENGINEERS FOR PROJECT OVERSIGHT OF THE
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
2005-248 APPROVING TASK ORDER NO. 2005-11 WITH WINZLER &
KELLY ENGINEERS FOR UPDATE OF THE PUBLIC
FACILITIES FINANCE PLAN, PROJECT NO. 2004-20
2005-249 APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT WITH
BRELJE & RACE CONSULTING ENGINEERS FOR DESIGN OF
THE COMMERCIAL WATER METER PROJECT - PHASE 3,
PROJECT NO. 2003-03
2005-250 APPROVAL OF CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 3 WITH
TELSTAR INSTRUMENTS, INC. FOR SEWER FLOW METER
REPLACEMENT PROJECT NO. 2003-32
2005-251 AWARD OF CONTRACT, BURTON AVENUE RECREATION CENTER
RE-ROOFING AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT
NO. 2004-04
2005-252 ACCEPTING COMPLETION AND DIRECTING THE CITY
ENGINEER TO FILE NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR
COMMERCIAL WATER METER REPLACEMENT - ELECTRICAL
PROJECT NO. 2003-03
2005-253 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE ITRON
SUPPLEMENTAL PRODUCT WARRANTY AND SUPPORT
AGREEMENT (FOR WATER METER ELECTRONICS SYSTEM)
2005-254 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF LYNELL COOK (REGARDING
ALLEGED POLICE ACTION)
2005-255 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF TERRY GRINNER III, AMARI
GRINNER, ARYANA GRINNER (MINORS) C/O AMY PERAZZO
(REGARDING ALLEGED POLICE ACTION)
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2005-256 REJECTING THE CLAIM OF SANDEEP KUMAR (REGARDING
MOTORCYCLE DAMAGE FROM ALLEGED LOOSE GRAVEL)
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Vidak-Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Breeze, reading was waived and a motion to
approve the Consent Calendar as outlined in the meeting's
agenda, with the exception of the City Council portion of
the Concurrent City Meetings Minutes for the Regular
Meeting of July 12, 2005 and the Special Joint Meeting of
July 13, 2005, as well as Resolution Nos. 2005-236 and
2005-237, was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
Items for Consideration:
APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL PORTION OF CONCURRENT MEETING
MINUTES FOR:
REGULAR CONCURRENT CITY MEETINGS - JULY 12, 2005
SPECIAL JOINT MEETING - JULY 13, 2005
Councilmember Smith indicated that he desired more time to
read the minutes, and Mayor Mackenzie DIRECTED STAFF to
place consideration of both sets of minutes on the Consent
Calendar for the City Council meeting on August 23, 2005.
2005-236 HONORING ELLEN BEARDSLEY FOR HER GRAND
ACCOMPLISHMENTS AT THE 2005 NATIONAL INDOOR SPEED
SKATING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Councilmember Flores read the title of the resolution and
commended Ms. Beardsley for her efforts as a skater and as
a Deputy City Clerk for the City of Rohnert Park. Upon
MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor
Vidak-Martinez, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was
waived and Resolution 2005-236 was ADOPTED. Mayor
Mackenzie DIRECTED STAFF to schedule a presentation of
said resolution to Ms. Beardsley for an upcoming Council
meeting.
2005-237 PROCLAIMING AUGUST 8-13, 2005 AS "CALIFORNIA
JUNIOR MISS WEEK"
Councilmember Flores shared details of this program and
how it helps the local community. Upon MOTION by
Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice Mayor Vidak-Martinez,
and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and Resolution
2005-237 was ADOPTED. Mayor Mackenzie noted that he will
be hosting the luncheon on Saturday.
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4. BURBANK HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PROPOSED
AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT, THE ARBORS APARTMENTS:
Consideration of the following matters for this project:
(1) an Amendment to Site Lease and an Amendment to
Facilities Lease for Rohnert Park Financing Authority
Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2003, and (2)
dedication of Public Right of Way as City Hall Drive
(Portion), 500 City Hall Drive, APN 143-051-079:
1. Staff Report: Interim Assistant City Manager/Finance
Director Lipitz reviewed the contents of the Staff
Report. Councilmembers shared brief comments.
2. Public Comments: None.
3. Resolutions consecutively and separately for Adoption:
2005-257 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN
AMENDMENT TO SITE LEASE AND AN AMENDMENT TO
FACILITIES LEASE IN CONNECTION WITH THE ROHNERT
PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING
BONDS, SERIES 2003 (FOR THE ARBORS PROJECT)
and
2005-258 AUTHORIZING THE DEDICATION OF PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY
AS CITY HALL DRIVE (PORTION), 500 CITY HALL DRIVE,
ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 143-051-079
A MOTION was made by Vice Mayor Vidak-Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Smith, to consecutively and separately adopt
Resolution Nos. 2005-257 and 2005-258. Under discussion,
Mayor Mackenzie noted that this is part of the process to
create a City Center for Rohnert Park. After said motion,
which was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was waived and
Resolution Nos. 2005-257 and 2005-258 were CONSECUTIVELY AND
SEPARATELY ADOPTED.
Mayor Mackenzie RECESSED the City Council meeting at
6:52 p.m. to consecutively and separately convene the
meetings of the Community Development Commission and the
Rohnert Park Financing Authority.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
of the
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AGENDA:
August 9, 2005
Tuesday
The Meeting of the City of Rohnert Park for the Community
Development Commission (CDC) met this date in Regular
Session commencing at 6:52 p.m. at the Rohnert Park City
Hall, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with
Chairperson Mackenzie presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Mackenzie CALLED the CDC Meeting to order at
6:52 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (5) Commissioners Breeze, Flores, Smith and
Vidak-Martinez; Chairperson Mackenzie
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the CDC Meeting:
Executive Director Donley, Assistant General Counsel Whelan,
Treasurer Lipitz, Videographer Beltz and Transcriber
Leonard.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: None.
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1. CONSENT CALENDAR
Chairperson Mackenzie asked if there were any questions
about matters on the Consent Calendar. Commissioner
Smith REQUESTED to defer the CDC Portion of the Concurrent
City Meeting Minutes for the Regular Meetings of July 12,
2005 until he has had enough time to read said minutes.
A. APPROVAL OF CDC PORTION OF CONCURRENT CITY MEETING
MEETING MINUTES FOR:
REGULAR MEETINGS - JULY 12, 2005 - DEFERRED
B. APPROVAL OF CDC BILLS/DEMANDS FOR PAYMENT:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION IN THE AMOUNT OF:
$870.00
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C. CDC RESOLUTION FOR ADOPTION:
2005-10 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO ACCEPT GRANT
DEED FROM CITY OF ROHNERT PARK, LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT
BETWEEN 450 & 500 CITY HALL DRIVE, ASSESSOR'S
PARCEL NOS. 143-051-064 AND -079 (FOR THE ARBORS
PROJECT)
Upon MOTION by Commissioner Breeze, seconded by Commissioner
Flores, reading was waived and a motion to approve the CDC
Consent Calendar, as outlined in the meeting's agenda, with
the deferral of the CDC Portion of the Concurrent City
Meeting Minutes for the Regular Meetings of July 12, 2005,
was UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
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2. TOURISM CDC FUNDING:
Consideration of use of funds:
1. Staff Report: Treasurer Lipitz reviewed the Staff
Report.
2. Presentation by Joe Horak, Corporation Relations
Manager for Sonoma County Tourism Bureau: Mr. Horak
reviewed details of the tourism resolution, and he
responded to Council questions/comments.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2005-11 APPROVE REALLOCATION OF FUNDING FROM THE SONOMA
COUNTY TOURISM PROGRAM TO THE SONOMA COUNTY
TOURIST BUREAU
Commission Motion/Discussion/Vote:
Upon MOTION by Commissioner Vidak-Martinez, seconded by
Commissioner Flores, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was
waived and CDC Resolution 2005-11 was ADOPTED.
3. ADJOURNMENT OF CDC MEETING:
There being no further business, Chairperson Mackenzie
adjourned the CDC Meeting at 7:04 p.m.
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ROHNERT PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY
of the
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AGENDA:
August 9, 2005
Tuesday
The Meeting of the City of Rohnert Park for the Rohnert
Park Financing Authority (RPFA) met this date in Regular
Session commencing at 7:04 p.m. at the Rohnert Park City
Hall, 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with
Chairperson Mackenzie presiding.
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Mackenzie CALLED the RPFA Meeting to order at
7:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present: (4) Members Breeze, Flores, Smith and
Vidak-Martinez; Chairperson Mackenzie
Absent: (0) None
Staff present for all or part of the CDC Meeting:
Executive Director Donley, Assistant General Counsel Whelan,
Videographer Beltz and Transcriber Leonard.
UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC APPEARANCES: None.
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1. CONSENT CALENDAR
Chairperson Mackenzie asked if there were any questions
about matters on the Consent Calendar.
RPFA RESOLUTION FOR ADOPTION:
2005-02 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN
AMENDMENT TO SITE LEASE AND AN AMENDMENT TO
FACILITIES LEASE IN CONNECTION WITH THE ROHNERT
PARK FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING
BONDS, SERIES 2003 (FOR THE ARBORS PROJECT)
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Upon MOTION by Member Smith, seconded by Member Breeze,
reading was waived and a motion to approve the RPFA Consent
Calendar, as outlined in the meeting's agenda, was
UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED.
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ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Chairperson Mackenzie
adjourned the RPFA Meeting at 7:05 p.m.
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RECONVENE: Mayor Mackenzie reconvened the City Council
meeting at 7:05 p.m.
5. INDEPENDENT CITIES LEASE FINANCE AUTHORITY PROPOSED
ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS ON BEHALF OF CARITAS AFFORDABLE
HOUSING, INC.:
Consideration of approval of the issuance of these
Revenue Bonds for the purpose of financing the
acquisition or improvement of a 287-space mobile home
park located at 6401 Country Club Drive in Rohnert Park,
generally known as Valley Village Mobile Home Estates:
1. Staff and Bond Consultant Reports: Interim Assistant
City Manager/Finance Director Lipitz reviewed the
contents of the Staff Report. Peter Inman of Caritas
Affordable Housing, Inc. shared additional comments,
and he responded to Council questions/comments.
2. PUBLIC HEARING: Mayor Mackenzie opened the Public
Hearing at 7:12 p.m. There being no members of the
public desiring to speak on this matter, Mayor
Mackenzie closed the Public Hearing at 7:12 p.m.
3. Resolution for Adoption:
2005-259 APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF REVENUE BONDS BY THE
INDEPENDENT CITIES LEASE FINANCE AUTHORITY ON
BEHALF OF CARITAS AFFORDABLE HOUSING, INC., AND
OTHER MATTERS RELATING THERETO (FOR PURCHASE OR
IMPROVEMENT OF VALLEY VILLAGE MOBILE HOME ESTATES)
Council Motion/Discussion/Vote:
Upon MOTION by Vice Mayor Vidak-Martinez, seconded by
Councilmember Smith, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading was
waived and Resolution 2005-259 was ADOPTED.
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6. GREEN BUILDING OPTIONS FOR NEW CITY HALL:
1. Presentation by KEMA Green Building Services: Interim
Assistant City Manager/City Engineer Jenkins provided
an update on the City's ownership of the building for
the new City Hall. Amie Rider from KEMA reviewed the
Green Building goals for the project, and she shared
KEMA's recommendations. City staff and Ms. Rider
responded to Council questions/comments regarding the
bond analysis, solar panels, electrical energy,
passive and active solar features and the use of
eco-friendly materials.
2. Council Discussion/Direction: Mayor Mackenzie
commented on passive solar features, increased
lighting control, use of reclaimed water and
ecologically-friendly materials. Council CONCURRED TO
DIRECT STAFF to move forward with obtaining the Gold
Standard. Mayor Mackenzie congratulated Deputy
Chief Building Official Bruck on his graduation from
the Green Building program at SSU.
7. GENERAL PENALTY ORDINANCE:
Consideration of adopting proposed ordinance amending
Section 1.16.010, "General Penalty," of the Rohnert Park
Municipal Code:
1. Staff Report: City Manager Donley reviewed the
contents of the Staff Report.
2. Public Comments: None.
3. Waive Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance by reading
title:
No. 743 AMENDING SECTION 1.16.010, "GENERAL PENALTY," OF
THE ROHNERT PARK MUNICIPAL CODE
Council Motion/Discussion/Roll Call Vote:
Upon MOTION by Councilmember Flores, seconded by Vice
Mayor Vidak-Martinez, and UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED, reading
was waived and Ordinance No. 743 was ADOPTED BY ROLL CALL
VOTE. Assistant City Attorney Whelan noted that said
ordinance goes into effect 30 days from the adoption of the
ordinance this evening.
RECESS: Mayor Mackenzie declared a recess at 7:31 p.m.
RECONVENE: Council reconvened at 7:40 p.m. with all
members of the Council present.
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8. MARRIAGE EQUALITY RESOLUTION:
Consideration of citizen request to adopt a resolution
supporting equal protection for civil marriage and
opposing Federal and California State Constitutional
Amendments prohibiting same-sex civil marriages:
1. Review of citizen request: Mayor Mackenzie reviewed
the citizen request, and Assistant City Attorney
Whelan shared the current legal definition of "civil
marriage."
At this time, Mayor Mackenzie called forward members of the
public interested in speaking on this matter.
1. Susan Adams, 5758 Davis Circle, was recognized and
reviewed written comments and other information, ATTACHED
TO THE ORIGINAL SET OF MINUTES. She called for the
Council to take no action on this resolution as any
action by the Council on this resolution would confuse
the lines that separate the three branches of government.
She recalled the background leading to the passage of
Proposition 22 in 2000, and she urged the Council, as
elected officials, to serve the citizens of Rohnert
Park by focusing on city issues. She added that
Councilmembers can contact legislators personally
regarding this issue if they feel strongly enough about
it.
2. Casey McChesney, 7380 Adrian Drive, No. 18, was
recognized and expressed her support for this resolution.
She discussed how she and her partner raised their
children in Rohnert Park and were active in the
community. She DISPLAYED a framed photo of her partner
as she outlined the difficulties she had with the
hospital and insurance companies prior to her partner's
death at the age of 37.
3. Ruth Rhoades, 7425 Camino Colegio, No. 18, was recognized
and urged Council adoption of this resolution. She noted
how recent equality protests this year demonstrate that
people in Rohnert Park care about civil rights and
equality. She discussed how the gay community has gained
several rights in the last three years, and she noted
that anything less than marriage is less than equal.
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4. Chari Davidson, 119 7th Street, Santa Rosa, was
recognized and urged the Council to stand for what is
right. She stated that she moved to Sonoma County 30
years ago, and she encouraged the Council to stand
in solidarity with other local communities that have
supported this resolution. She discussed how Council
should not wait for popular opinion to catch up to
what is right, and she noted that there is no way to
measure the damage done by excluding members from a
community.
5. Susan Jungfrau, 5225 Vine Hill Road, Sebastopol, was
recognized and PASSED AROUND a photo of her wedding in
San Francisco last year to her partner of 27 years.
She noted that being able to get married made her feel
like a part of society. She stated that denying equal
protection under the law continues to promote the
hatred of gays, and she called for City Council not to
tolerate such discrimination.
6. Pat Wiggins, 315 Carrillo Street, Santa Rosa, was
recognized and noted that she is a former City
Councilmember from Santa Rosa and Assemblywoman. She
expressed support for this resolution, and she discussed
how same-sex marriages support stable family life.
7. Linda Kelley, 453 Eleanor Avenue, was recognized and
noted that she is a member of Sebastopol's City Council.
She urged adoption of this resolution as she reviewed
written comments, ATTACHED TO THE ORIGINAL SET OF
MINUTES. She PASSED AROUND a photo as she discussed
support in Sonoma County for this resolution. She
spoke about the discrimination and hate many gays
experience from their families, many churches and the
public at large. Finally, she called for the government
to recognize marriages on constitutional grounds.
8. Judith Volkart, Sonoma County American Civil Liberties
Union (ACLU), was recognized and urged Council to take
an important step toward ending discrimination. She
expressed concern that the privilege of marriage has
been denied to gays, and she encouraged Councilmembers
to adhere to their oath to uphold the California
Constitution and equal protection of all people.
9. Anne McGivern, 2418 Grosse Avenue, Santa Rosa, was
recognized and urged Council to adopt said resolution.
She discussed her personal experience with the
institutionalized discrimination against gays and
lesbians.
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10. Kathy Anderson, 7300 Adrian Drive, No. 22, was
recognized, and with her husband Dean at her side, she
urged passage of the resolution. She stated that she
and her husband support their gay friends, and that
they are working to help end discriminatory practices.
11. Dennis McCormack, 1431 Jasmine Circle, was recognized
and expressed opposition to this resolution. He
indicated that the City should be dealing with City
issues, as opposed to State and Federal matters. He
also noted that marriage historically has always been
between a man and a woman.
12. Robyn Bramhall and Ellen Silver, 9903 Graton Road,
Sebastopol, were recognized and expressed support for
this resolution. Ms. Bramhall discussed the couple's
15-year relationship. She indicated to Council that
despite the couple's work and involvement within Sonoma
County, they are still an unsanctioned family.
2. Resolution for Consideration:
2005-260 SUPPORTING EQUAL PROTECTION FOR CIVIL MARRIAGE
AND OPPOSING FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA STATE
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS PROHIBITING SAME-SEX
CIVIL MARRIAGES
Council Motion/Discussion/Vote:
A MOTION was made by Vice Mayor Vidak-Martinez, seconded by
Mayor Mackenzie, to approve Resolution 2005-260. Under
discussion, Councilmember Breeze outlined the reasons she
believes her job is to consider City policy and review City
issues. She noted that she believes the City already
supports the rights of domestic partners. Councilmember
Flores discussed how democracy stands on equality and how
the Council must lead by example in terms of doing the right
thing per equality issues. Councilmember Smith indicated
that this matter is not within the scope of his authority,
and he expressed concern about certain language in the
drafted resolution. He DISTRIBUTED AND READ into the
record a substitute resolution, ATTACHED TO THE ORIGINAL
SET OF MINUTES. Vice Mayor Vidak-Martinez discussed how
equal protection under the law is a major issue in society
today. She spoke about her 20 years in child welfare
whereby children were placed into gay, stable homes. She
also noted that it is important to respect the integrity
of the faith community that is against same-sex marriages.
Mayor Mackenzie discussed his recent hospitalization and
expressed his support for the civil union of two people.
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Councilmember reviewed the language in Councilmember
Smith's substitute resolution. Council discussion concluded
with the maker of the motion and the second agreeing to
remove the words "and ordinance" from the first "Whereas"
clause of Resolution 2005-260. After said motion, APPROVED
3-2 with Councilmembers Breeze and Smith dissenting, reading
was waived and Resolution 2005-260 was ADOPTED BY ROLL CALL
VOTE AS AMENDED to remove the words "and ordinance" from the
first "Whereas" clause.
9. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND/OR OTHER REPORTS:
1. General Plan Ad Hoc Committee, July 27, 2005 meeting:
Mayor Mackenzie commented on the purpose of this Ad
Hoc Committee, and he advised Council of the
Committee's RECOMMENDATIONS as follows: (1) Staff
preparation of a flow chart with critical dates/path/
time line regarding the General Plan Update, and (2)
development of a draft In-fill Ordinance, both for
Council consideration at the first meeting in
September. Vice Mayor Vidak-Martinez shared
additional comments on in-fill development, and City
Manager Donley discussed zoning and building
allocations.
Council Discussion/Direction: Council discussion
concluded with COUNCIL CONCURRENCE TO DIRECT STAFF to
follow the Ad Hoc Committee's recommendations as
outlined above.
2. Russian River Watershed Association, July 28, 2005
meeting: Mayor Mackenzie noted anticipated upcoming
discussions regarding the topic of mercury in the
water.
3. Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation & Open Space
District, July 28, 2005 meeting: Mayor Mackenzie
reported on the following topics: Quarter-cent sales
tax, stewardship manual and the leasing of land for
agricultural production.
4. League of California Cities Mayors & Councilmembers
Academy, July 27, 2005-July 30, 2005: Councilmember
Smith reported on various speakers/conferences he
attended regarding topic including housing,
leadership, telecommunications and environmental
issues.
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5. North Bay Symposium on Smart Growth, July 29, 2005:
Vice Mayor Vidak-Martinez and Mayor Mackenzie
shared comments on various topics from the symposium,
particularly health aspects on city design. Mayor
Mackenzie SUGGESTED that staff look at Eden Housing
in the City of Fremont as an example of affordable
housing for sale.
6. Water Advisory Committee (WAC), August 1, 2005
meeting: Mayor Mackenzie discussed the proposed
Conservation Partnership Approach for water
contractors.
7. California Tiger Salamander (CTS), Santa Rosa City
Council, August 2, 2005 meeting: Mayor Mackenzie
stated that he supported the Santa Rosa City Council
regarding this matter by writing a letter.
8. Chamber of Commerce "Noon Times," August 3, 2005:
Mayor Mackenzie reviewed the City's attendance at this
event, and he noted that he discussed the City's Top
Five Goals.
9. Ludwigia Spraying, August 3, 2005: Mayor Mackenzie
gave a brief update on the progress of the spraying.
10. Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) Regional
Planning Committee, August 3, 2005: Mayor Mackenzie
discussed the formation of the Water Resources & Land
Use Study Group.
11. Sonoma County Alliance Breakfast, August 3, 2005:
Mayor Mackenzie and Councilmember Smith commented
briefly on a presentation by the City's
representative Mike Thompson.
12. League of California Cities North Bay Division
General Meeting, August 4, 2005: Councilmember Smith
reported on a discussion regarding the convergence
of technologies.
13. California Tiger Salamander (CTS) Joint Meeting
Implementation Committee & Strategy Team, August 8,
2005 meeting: Vice Mayor Vidak-Martinez and Mayor
Mackenzie SUGGESTED (1) that they meet with City
Manager Donley regarding the issue of implementation,
and (2) that staff set up a meeting of elected
officials separate from the attorneys to discuss
implementation issues.
14. Other informational reports, if any: None.
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10. COMMUNICATIONS:
Communications per the attached outline were brought to the
attention of the Councilmembers.
Home Depot donation: Councilmember Smith called
attention to Director Public Safety Bullard's thank-you
letter to Home Depot for its donation of a generator.
Emergency Response: Councilmember Flores SUGGESTED (1)
that in light of a recent situation, staff work with
Public Safety to develop a protocol regarding emergency
response/dead body removal; (2) that staff place a short
article in The Community Voice regarding this incident;
and (3) that staff respond to the individual who
inquired about the City's emergency response protocol.
City Manager Donley shared brief comments, and Mayor
Mackenzie DIRECTED STAFF to report back at an appropriate
time regarding this matter.
11. MATTERS FOR/FROM COUNCIL:
1. League of California Cities 2005 Annual Conference,
Thursday, October 6 through Saturday, October 8,
2005 - Designation of Voting Delegate by September 6,
2005:
Council Discussion/Direction/Action: Councilmember
Flores ACCEPTED his appointment as the Voting
Delegate per Mayor Mackenzie's recommendation. City
Manager Donley inquired if any Councilmembers were
interested in speaking at the upcoming League of
California Cities' conference. On the recommendation
of Mayor Mackenzie, Councilmember Smith was APPOINTED
to speak at said conference.
2. Student Ambassador from Japan, Yoshimi Tsujimoto's
visit - Report: Mayor Mackenzie reported on events
that occurred during the Student Ambassador's visit
from Japan, and he SHARED correspondence he had
with the Mayor of Hashimoto. The Mayor also SUBMITTED
to City Manager Donley two gifts he received on behalf
of the City, consisting of a vase and two icons to be
displayed at the Community Center. Council CONCURRED
to direct the Mayor to sign a letter of thanks to the
Mayor of Hashimoto.
3. National Night Out Crime & Drug Prevention Event:
Councilmember Smith SUGGESTED AGENDIZING Council
consideration of re-establishing this event next year
for a future Council agenda.
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4. Schedule of Events and Meetings: Mayor Mackenzie
referred Council to said document provided in the
agenda packets. The Mayor noted that there will be
a meeting of the Tribal Liaison Committee and
representatives of the Graton Rancheria Tribe on
Thursday, August 11, 2005 at 1:30 p.m.
5. City Council Agenda Forecast: Mayor Mackenzie
referred Council to said document provided in the
agenda packets. Councilmember Smith SUBMITTED FOR
DISTRIBUTION to the Council an article in the
"Sonoma Family-Life" magazine about the City's Cal
Ripken 12-year-old State All Stars. He RECOMMENDED
that staff prepare a resolution of recognition for
for an upcoming Council meeting. Mayor Mackenzie
noted that he is waiting for school to start before
honoring the Rancho Cotate's Championship Girls'
Softball team and Technology High School for their
respective accomplishments.
6. Other informational items, if any:
a. Recreational Vehicle (RV) Parking: Councilmember
Flores referred to a letter from Robert Muelrath
regarding the City's policy for parking RVs. At
the suggestion of Mayor Mackenzie, Councilmember
Flores AGREED to be a committee of one to work
with the County on this matter. Vice Mayor
Vidak-Martinez SUGGESTED that Councilmember Flores
look at other alternatives to the current policy
and report back to Council.
12. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
Informational items, if any:
a. Cloverdale City Manager update: City Manager
Donley noted that Jennifer Murray, City Manager of
Cloverdale, will now be the Deputy County
Administrator for Sonoma County. Mayor Mackenzie
DIRECTED STAFF to convey the Council's
congratulations to Ms. Murray.
b. City Manager Donley's schedule: City Manager
Donley indicated that he will be out of office
from August 18-22. The Mayor noted that Paul
Berlant will be the Acting City Manager.
c. Short Council meeting: Mayor Mackenzie stated that
the Council meeting of August 23, 2005 will be
abbreviated.
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13. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Members of the public desiring to speak were invited to
come forward. No members of the public responded.
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business, Mayor Mackenzie ADJOURNED
the meeting at 9:39 p.m.
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Katy Leonard Jake Mackenzie
Certified Shorthand Reporter Mayor
CSR No. 11599 City of Rohnert Park
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