Skip to main content
 
To translate an agenda into the language of your choice:

1. Click on the Accessible Agenda link for the specific meeting date and it will open an .html of the agenda.
2. 
Right click on that page, and a dialogue box pops up.  Scroll to translate agenda to (select language of your choice), and click on that command.

Attention Mac User for Google Chrome Version 61.0.3163.100: In order to view attachments on agendas, hold down the Control key and using your mouse track-pad select the attachment you would like to view. Then select the option to Open Link in New Tab.

Please note: this meeting's minutes have not been finalized yet. Actions taken on legislation and their results are not available.
Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 12/16/2014 3:00 PM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: City Hall, Council Chamber
Published agenda: Agenda Agenda Published minutes: Minutes Minutes  
Agenda packet: Not available
Attachments:
File #Ver.Agenda #NameTypeTitleActionResultAction DetailsVideo
14-0595 14.1Smoking Regulations UpdateCC- Study SessionSMOKING REGULATIONS UPDATE In 2013, the Council established goals and strategic objectives for 2013 to 2015. Council Goal 6 states that the Council will “commit to making Santa Rosa a healthy community where people feel safe to live, work, and play.” Strategic Objective #2 is to expand the City’s smoking ordinance for public/private places. On August 26, 2014, the Council directed staff to update the City’s smoking regulations. The purpose of the study session is to present an overview of the proposed changes to Chapter 9-20 of the City Code and to the Zoning Code and how the revised regulations were developed.   Not available Video Video
14-0589 26.1Rick Moshier RetirementCC- ProclamationPROCLAMATION - RETIREMENT OF RICK MOSHIER, DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION AND PUBLIC WORKS   Not available Video Video
14-0594 17.2Quarterly CIP ReportCC- Staff BriefingQUARTERLY REPORT ON CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROJECTS Staff will provide an update on Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects from July to September 2014. The briefing will include project updates, fund transfers and major expenditures, recently completed projects and projects under construction. CIP projects provide the infrastructure that is critical to the economic vitality and quality of life in Santa Rosa.   Not available Video Video
14-0607 17.3NRP Holiday Meal OutreachCC- Staff BriefingNEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION PROGRAM HOLIDAY MEAL OUTREACH Staff will provide an update on the Neighborhood Revitalization Program (NRP) Holiday Meal Outreach effort. This is the 11th year NRP has managed the collection and distribution of food in the focus neighborhoods. Funded solely through City employee contributions and donations from local businesses, the program provides low income families with a nutritious meal, an opportunity to engage directly with staff, and build community during the holiday season.   Not available Video Video
14-0603 18.1December 2, 2014 Regular Meeting MinutesCC- MinutesDecember 2, 2014, Regular Meeting   Not available Not available
14-0604 19.2.7Election of SCWMA RepresentativeCC- Mayor/Council Member ReportELECTION OF SONOMA COUNTY WASTE MANAGEMENT AGENCY REPRESENTATIVES The Council will elect and appoint by resolution a representative and alternate representative to the Sonoma County Waste Management Agency Board of Directors.   Not available Video Video
14-0571 111.1Unit 14 AmendmentCC- Consent - ResolutionRESOLUTION - APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANTA ROSA AND UNIT 14 - POLICE CIVILIAN TECHNICAL - SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION, SEIU, LOCAL 1021 RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the City’s Negotiating Team and the City Manager that the Council, by resolution, approve an amendment to the MOU between the City of Santa Rosa and Unit 14 - Police Civilian Technical, represented by Service Employees International Union, Local 1021, effective July 15, 2014 to June 30, 2016. Approval of this agreement will provide for representation of the Police Officer Trainee classification and authorize the Mayor to execute the amendment.   Not available Video Video
14-0601 111.2Easement Deed for PG&ECC- Consent - ResolutionRESOLUTION - EASEMENT DEED FOR PG&E FIRE STATION 5 - 2201 NEWGATE COURT RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Transportation and Public Works Department and Engineering Services that the Council, by resolution, authorize the Mayor to execute an Easement Deed for the Fire Station 5 project in order to provide PG&E electrical service.   Not available Not available
14-0597 112.1Amendment - reorg Finance Dept Salary PlanCC- ReportREPORT - AMENDMENT TO THE CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY PLAN TO REORGANIZE THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT BACKGROUND: Currently, there is a vacant Financial Reporting Manager (FRM) position that oversees the Financial Reporting Team. The Finance Department recently attempted to recruit for the vacant position of Financial Reporting Manager, however, was unsuccessful in filling the vacancy. The management team determined that with a Deputy Director position that now oversees both the Budget Team and the Financial Reporting Team, the level of supervision previously provided by the FRM is no longer needed. For FY 2014-15, there is no increased cost to the General Fund for this reorganization as there are sufficient appropriations available from three vacant positions within the Finance Department budget to cover the additional cost. The approximate ongoing cost to the General Fund for the two proposed positions will be $178,218, an increase of approximately $24,611. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Finance Department and the Human Resources Department that the Council, by resolu   Not available Video Video
14-0593 1**12.2Michael Byrn AppealCC- ReportREPORT - MICHAEL BYRN’S APPEAL OF THE DENIAL FOR A TAXICAB DRIVER PERMIT WITH THE CITY OF SANTA ROSA BACKGROUND: Michael Byrn is appealing the Santa Rosa Police Department’s denial for a Taxicab Driver Permit with the City of Santa Rosa pursuant to Section 6-87.250(G) - taking and passing a drug test with negative results. Mr. Byrn’s test result was not returned with negative results pursuant to the City Code, making him ineligible to reapply for a permit for five (5) years. Mr. Byrn appealed the denial to the Police Department and the initial denial was upheld, he is now appealing the decision of the Police Chief to Council. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Police Department that the Council, by resolution, deny Michael Byrn’s appeal for a Taxicab Driver Permit with the City of Santa Rosa and uphold the Police Department’s denial of the application.   Not available Video Video
14-0587 113.1Golf Course Greens FeesCC- Public HearingPUBLIC HEARING - BENNETT VALLEY GOLF COURSE GREENS FEE INCREASES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2015 BACKGROUND: The Bennett Valley Municipal Golf Course is managed by Bennett Valley Golf Shop, Inc. (Operator). The new multi-year agreement that took effect July 1, 2014 includes a Business Plan with actions to create successful operating and capital improvement results for both the City and Operator, including implementation of new rate and player incentives in 2015. Changes include fee increases per individual rounds and annual passes, a new 10 play card, and several discounts for annual pass holders. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Department of Recreation and Parks that the Council, by resolution, approve the Greens Fees for the Bennett Valley Golf Course for all play occurring on or after January 1, 2015.   Not available Video Video
14-0592 114.1Quarterly CIP UpdateCC- CommunicationQUARTERLY CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM PROJECTS UPDATE: JULY - SEPTEMBER 2014. Provided for information.   Not available Not available
14-0600 114.2Mosquito & Vector Control ReportCC- CommunicationMARIN/SONOMA MOSQUITO & VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT MANAGER’S REPORT FOR NOVEMBER 2014. Provided for information.   Not available Not available
14-0608 118.1Upcoming Meetings ListCC- Upcoming MeetingsUPCOMING MEETINGS LIST   Not available Not available