The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Mayor Berkemeier.

Mayor Berkemeier stated that Council would meet in closed session for the reason indicated on the attached notice.

The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Mayor Berkemeier.

Councilmembers present: Cullinen, Eder, Fox, Jensen, Berkemeier

Staff present: Brown, Dorch, Lustig, McAdler, Nebb, Stewart, Nommsen, Sime

September 22, 1999 and to waive the reading of all ordinances introduced and/or adopted under this agenda.

Yes: 5 No: 0

Alfredo Mancias, 6601 Meadow Pines, Rohnert Park, CA, stated concern for the sale of Centro Pastoral Hispano.

Mr. Mancias commented on the importance of this educational site for the area Catholic Hispanic populace.

Mr. Mancias seeks help and advice from Council regarding the preservation of Centro Pastoral Hispano located at 81 West Cotati Avenue.

Tony Adler, Arthur St., suggested the City opt to preserve the Centro Pastoral Hispano, as it is a City landmark.

Mr. Adler expressed his thoughts on present and past Cotati City Managers. He hopes the City will try and fill the position with a qualified individual.

Eric Kirchmann, Marsh Rd., commented on construction safety and traffic issues around the Charles Street Project.

Mr. Kirchmann would like to see the construction company secure temporary fencing around the construction area.

Mr. Kirchmann also expressed concern for downtown parking. Mr. Kirchmann mentioned a church parking lot across from Arthur Street as potential auxiliary parking for the City.

Patricia Jonas Voulgaris, Cotati, suggested a committee and fund-raiser for the preservation of Centro Pastoral Hispano. Ms. Voulgaris expressed the importance of keeping the site as a City landmark.

Andrew Richmuth, 352 E. School St., voiced concern with speeding motorists on East School Street. Mr. Richmuth would like to see speed bumps installed on East School Street.

Alfredo Mancias, 6601 Meadow Pines, Rohnert Park, reiterated his concerns for the sale of Centro Pastoral Hispano. Mayor Berkemeier asked Mr. Mancias to leave any pertinent information regarding this matter with Linda Sime, Administrative Clerk. In answer to a question from Councilmember Cullinen, Mr. Mancias stated there were currently about 300-400 parishioners enrolled at Centro Pastoral Hispano.

Father Havia Ochoa, 81 West Cotati Ave., Pastor, Centro Pastoral Hispano, gave a synopsis of his duties with the area Hispanic populace. Father Ochoa expressed the importance of his work, and his concern for the sale of Centro Pastoral Hispano. Father Ochoa asked Council what could be done to stop the sale of the property.

Female, 332 E. School St., (No name stated.), expressed concerns in regard to parking and speed zone enforcement on East School Street.

Items pulled: Councilmember Cullinen pulled Item No. 3.

It was moved by Councilmember Eder and seconded by Vice Mayor Jensen to approve Item No. 2.

Yes: 5 No: 0

3. Direct Staff to Reschedule Regular City Council Meeting of Wednesday, November 10 to

Tuesday, November 9 Because of Veteran's Day Holiday; and Direct Staff to Reschedule Regular City Council Meeting of Wednesday, November 24, 1999 to Tuesday, November 23 Because of Thanksgiving Holiday

After a brief discussion from Council, a motion was made by Councilmember Eder that Councilmembers attend the City Council Meeting of November 10, 1999 in lieu of attendance of the November 10, 1999 Mayors' and Councilmembers' meeting. Councilmember Cullinen seconded the motion.

Yes: 5 No: 0

Council was in agreement with City Attorney Veronica Nebb, who stated the second November Council meeting date be scheduled for discussion at a future Council Meeting. Councilmember Cullinen added that he would like one-month-in-advance notice of this meeting date.

4. John Ahlers, Thomas Page School

Honorary Mayor Ahlers introduced himself and gave a brief report and responded to questions from Council. Mayor Berkemeier thanked him for his presentation.

5. Receive and File Correspondence from Sonoma County Assessor Regarding Property Tax Assessments in Sonoma County.

Following brief discussion, Council consensus was to receive and file the correspondence.

6. United Nations Day – October 24, 1999

Barbara Abramson of the Sonoma County United Nations Association presented the Proclamation and United Nations flag to Council. Councilmember Eder read the Proclamation to Council.

7. Date Setting in Regard to Goal Setting 1999 for 2000 and Beyond (City Manager)

Interim City Manager Brown introduced the item to Council.

After stating concerns and specific dates, Council consensus was to meet Wednesday, November 3, 1999 and Wednesday, December 15, 1999. Both meetings will begin at 7:00 p.m.

8. Approval of Agreement between the City of Cotati and Richard and Pauline Key to Guarantee a Certain Residential Density on the Property Located at 780 West Cotati Avenue (Planning)

Planning Director Dorch gave a staff report and responded to questions from Council.

In answer to a question from Councilmember Eder, Planning Director, Dennis Dorch explained the concept of the contract between the parties and clarified zoning of the property.

City Attorney, Veronica Nebb responded to a question from Mayor Berkemeier in regard to calculation of acreage on the property.

Mayor Berkemeier called for public comment on this item.

Dennis Key, 782 W. Cotati Ave., clarified the parcel situation was master planned for density.

Mayor Berkemeier closed the public hearing.

Following discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Cullinen and seconded by Councilmember Fox to approve a Density Agreement between the City of Cotati and Richard and Pauline Key and Donald and Carol Bickel to guarantee a certain residential density on the property located at 780 West Cotati Avenue.

Yes: 5 No: 0

9. Authorize City Manager to Execute Agreement with Consultant to Prepare Wastewater Rate and Sewer Connection Fee Study (Finance)

Finance Director, Jim McAdler gave a staff report and responded to questions from Council.

In answer to a question from Mayor Berkemeier, Finance Director McAdler stated four RFP's were sent directly to consultants and two proposals were received by the City.

Councilmember Eder stated his concern for the additional consultant costs over and above the budgeted $20,000. In answer to a question from Councilmember Eder, Finance Director Jim McAdler stated additional funds would be derived from the sewer funds; and, split between the operating and capital replacement funds.

Councilmember Cullinen requested clarification of consultant qualifications. In answer to Councilmember Cullinen's question, Finance Director McAdler stated City Engineer, Toni Bertolero suggested Bartle Wells Associates of San Francisco as the consulting firm of choice.

Vice Mayor Jensen stated she was uncomfortable with the expediency of this item and would also like to see more than two applicants from which to choose. Vice Mayor Jensen would like Council consideration to place the consultant agreement out for bid.

In answer to a question from Mayor Berkemeier, Finance Director Jim McAdler, explained time frame and possible concerns in regard to hiring a consultant for the study.

In answer to a question from Vice Mayor Jensen, Finance Director McAdler stated he did not know the expected time frame in regard to an increase of rates from the City of Santa Rosa, but, believed the Public Utilities Commission just approved the 20% rate increase in the last month. Finance Director McAdler stated it would require 60 days to work this rate into their ordinance. Finance Director, explained the consultant's study would take two to three months. Results of the study would be brought back to Council with consideration of possible ordinance change. Vice Mayor Jensen stated her concern for the cost of the consultant under consideration. Finance Director McAdler explained to Vice Mayor Jensen the City had contacted four consultants recommended by City Engineer, Toni Bertolero. In answer to Vice Mayor Jensen's question, Finance Director McAdler affirmed other consultants were available for contact by the City.

Councilmember Fox stated he had no problem going ahead with the consultant as presented in the item.

Mayor Berkemeier opened the public hearing.

George Barich, 176 W. Cotati Oaks Ct. expressed concern for the cost of the consulting firm. He would like to see further networking in regard to the RFP process.

Barry Harris, 90 Gilbert Way, does not agree with taking the highest consultant bid, and feels a lower bid should be considered.

Mayor Berkemeier called for discussion.

Councilmember Eder asked if the City had heard from other firms, and if there was time was to check references of the other consultants. In answer to Councilmember Eder's question, Finance Director McAdler stated City Engineer Bertolero highly recommended Bartle Wells Associates. Finance Director McAdler cited performance satisfaction from the cities of Benecia and Half-Moon Bay with the Bartle Wells firm. Finance Director McAdler affirmed to Councilmember Eder a low-bid consulting firm would do a substandard job.

Councilmember Eder felt perhaps consultants may not want to resubmit bids.

Councilmember Cullinen stated he was prepared to accept Bartle Wells Associates as consultant.

Following discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Cullinen and seconded by Councilmember Eder to authorize the Interim City Manager to execute an agreement with Bartle Wells Associates for preparation of a wastewater rate and sewer connection fee study at a cost up to but not exceeding $27,500.

Mayor Berkemeier called for further discussion.

Vice Mayor Jensen objected to the short time frame; and, would like to have seen an open bid process.

Mayor Berkemeier called for a roll call vote.

Yes: 3 No: 2 (Fox, Jensen)

10. Approval of Training Course and Community Traffic Management Workshop and Dates for the Workshops (Planning)

Associate Planner, Marsha Sue Lustig gave a staff report and responded to questions from Council. Vice Mayor Jensen asked if Sonoma State University graduate architect students had been approached to work on the project. Associate Planner Lustig commented Sonoma State University might be a good contact or resource for other consultants.

Councilmember Cullinen stated the seminars will be a tremendous asset to our community and is highly in favor of the workshops.

Councilmember Eder expressed pleasure with the idea of the workshop as well as the caliber of presenter. Councilmember Eder urged everyone attend the workshops. Councilmember Eder stated his concern for the amount of money being set aside for a model. In answer to this question from Councilmember Eder, Associate Planner, Marsha Sue Lustig stated the amount for the model would be more around $5,000, rather than $10,000 as stated.

To clarify comment from Councilmember Cullinen in regard to $5,750 set aside for roundabout study, Associate Planner Lustig mentioned these funds will be expensed from the General Fund.

In regard to comments from Councilmember Fox, Associate Planner stated that funds would have to be matched whether or not a model was built; and, that the presenting firm was a non-profit entity.

In answer to a question from Vice Mayor Jensen, Associate Planner Lustig clarified the area of study.

Mayor Berkemeier stated his concern about the model.

Mayor Berkemeier called for public comment.

A motion was made by Councilmember Eder and seconded by Councilmember Fox to approve Training Course on

January 22 and 23, 2000 and Community Traffic Management Workshop on March 23-March 27, 2000, and to hold aside the issue of the model to be determined at the end of the process.

Councilmember Eder suggested use of the Veteran's Hall.

Yes: 5 No: 0

11. Adoption of Resolution No. 99-73, Removing Conditions No. 5, 19, 54 and 63 from the Oak Knoll Tentative Map Subdivision Conditions of Approval, and Modifying the Oak Knoll Subdivision Improvement Plans to Remove the Requirement for the Construction of the Extension of Christensen Street to West Sierra Avenue (Planning)

Planning Director Dorch gave a report and responded to questions from Council.

In answer to a question from Vice Mayor Jensen, Planning Director clarified the increase in cost of the original agreement.

Councilmember Cullinen asked for an explanation of costs which were provided by Planning Director Dorch.

Councilmember Eder stated he had no questions at this time.

In regard to continuation of the road, Mayor Berkemeier commented no representation was available from El Rancho Drive when a previous straw vote was taken by Council.

Mayor Berkemeier called for public comment.

Carl Jensen, 8177 El Rancho Dr., expressed his concern about trust in local government. Mr. Jensen raised the issue of the access road and speed bumps on El Rancho Drive and School Street. Discussion ensued between Mayor Berkemeier and Vice Mayor Jensen regarding the intent of comments made by Mr. Jensen at a previous Council meeting in regard to Christensen Street and speed bumps on El Rancho Drive.

Mary Moran 360 (rear) E. School St., presented a petition to Council and voiced concerns with the project developer.

Shelly Kellogg, 360 E. School St., commented on issue of trust as presented by Mr. Jensen. Ms. Kellogg asked why the road was not being constructed.

Carol Williams, 361 E. School St., shared concerns for safety and costs to replace the road.

Alan Hahn, 8186 El Rancho Dr., shared his participation in the schematic of the road's plan. Mr. Hahn would like to see consistency in the word of the Council.

Tom Borton, 439 Christensen Ln., feels the road is being constructed in an unsafe manner. Mr. Borton feels the road is poorly designed. Mr. Borton is concerned that motorists are not heeding the stop sign.

Linda Colvin, 342 E. School St., stated increased traffic is a problem in the subdivision. Ms. Colvin hopes the road will be made available to residents of the subdivision.

William Underwood, E. 357 School St., feels developer’s guidelines were not followed and there is no easement for the road on Christensen Lane.

Rebecca Colvin, 342 E. School St., expressed traffic and parking concerns on East School Street.

Christine Childers, 1182, #12 El Rancho Dr., would like to see construction of the road as well as installation of speed bumps on El Rancho Drive and East School Street.

Karen Kristanza, 427 Christensen Ct., feels a need by City Police Department to apprehend speeding motorists on

East School Street. Ms. Kristanza would like to see speed bumps installed on East School Street.

Mike Colvin, 342 E. School St., expressed his concerns with parking. Mr. Colvin sees construction of the road to be a safety measure.

Denice Keller, 403 W. Sierra Ave., mentioned safety and parking issues with road construction.

Paul Foti, 7883 Old Redwood Hwy., commented on ballpark traffic in the subdivision area.

Louise Reeves, 332 E. School St., expressed concern for speeding motorists on East School Street. Ms. Reeves is in favor of the road being constructed and would like to see speed bumps installed on East School Street.

Evonne Van Dyke, 466 Christensen Ct., is against the design and placement of the street within subdivision.

Ellen Ostrand, 469 Christensen Ln., stated she lives near the stop sign on Christensen and has never observed motorists not stopping at this stop sign. Ms. Ostrand commented she will keep note of motorists who do not heed this stop sign. Ms. Ostrand is not in favor of road construction; and, mentioned erosion occurring along the road. Ms. Ostrand mentioned the road would be dangerous from which to enter West Sierra Avenue.

Jackie Kathriner, 379 E. School St., is in favor of road construction. She expressed concern for traffic conditions on East School Street.

George Barich, 176 W. Cotati Oaks Ct., would like Council to expedite attention to local issues.

Cole Keller, 403 W. Sierra Ave., received no notification of initial construction of the road. Mr. Keller is in favor of speed bumps.

Pru Draper, 718 W. School St., feels a compromise is necessary with the road situation. Ms. Draper feels there will be a traffic problem on West Sierra with construction of the road. Should the road not be constructed, Ms. Draper suggests terracing the hillside. Ms. Draper would like to see installation of speed bumps on El Rancho Drive and

East School Street.

Carl Schollman, 8755 Pine Ln., suggested widening the tunnel.

Mayor Berkemeier closed the public hearing.

Vice Mayor Jensen mentioned problems on El Rancho Drive and School Street are primarily policing problems.

Vice Mayor Jensen mentioned further ideas may spring from the Walkable Communities presentation. Vice Mayor Jensen suggested capping the end of El Rancho Drive. Vice Mayor Jensen is not in favor of construction of the road. Vice Mayor Jensen suggested stepping up policing of El Rancho Drive, School Street, William Street, Henry Street and most of the name streets. Vice Mayor Jensen is in favor of hillside design should the road not be constructed.

Councilmember Fox feels the City should not have to bear the burden of road construction costs. Councilmember Fox is in favor of speed bumps on El Rancho Drive and School Street; and, supports the idea of emergency access road on the backside.

Councilmember Eder stated his opposition to the construction of the road; and, feels the road cannot be safely installed. Councilmember Eder would like the developer to: 1) pay $85,000 to the City for their share of the road, 2) pay for a sewer line installed by the developer without authorization, 3) install at their own expense a looped water system; and, 4) return the land to a state prior to excavation. In regard to Resolution No. 99-73, Item No. 4, Councilmember Eder stated he would not support expenditure of any kind for the resolution of this issue. Councilmember Eder feels the developer is responsible for installation of speed bumps in on El Rancho Drive. Councilmember Eder is in support of speed bumps on School Street.

Councilmember Cullinen is in support of construction of the road. Councilmember Cullinen upholds the idea of trust, honor and commitment from the City to its residents. Councilmember Cullinen would like to honor the agreement to the individuals on Christensen with the construction of the road. Councilmember Cullinen encourages safety on East School Street and El Rancho Drive with the installation of speed bumps; and, would like to step-up policing of these streets. Should the road not be constructed, Councilmember Cullinen stated favor of some terracing of the hillside.

Mayor Berkemeier stated he is in favor of construction of the road; and, that speed bumps will be installed as promised.

City Attorney Nebb requested Council supply detailed direction for Staff in regard to modification of the condition(s) and continuation of this item in regard to responsibility as well as conditions of approval.

Mayor Berkemeier called for straw a vote for construction of the road:

Yes: 2 No: 3 (Eder, Fox, Jensen)

City Attorney Veronica Nebb commented on the subdivision agreement and responded to questions from Council. City Attorney Nebb recommended continuance of the public hearing to the November 10^th Council Meeting.

Mayor Berkemeier called for a ten-minute break at 10:07 p.m.

Mayor Berkemeier called the general session to order at 10:14 p.m.

Mayor Berkemeier stated he would abstain from consideration of this item due to a conflict of interest with property ownership in the area under consideration. Mayor Berkemeier left the dais at 10:18 p.m.

Councilmember Eder stated he would abstain from consideration of this item because of a conflict of interest. Councilmember Eder stated his spouse is part owner of property in the area under consideration. Councilmember Eder left the dais at 10:19 p.m.

Vice Mayor Jensen was seated as Chairperson at 10:20 p.m.

12. Adoption of Resolution No. 99-70 Approving a Mitigated Negative Declaration andMitigation Monitoring Program for a 36 Lot Single Family Development on 8.70 Acres Located at 8416 and 8440 Park Avenue; introduction of Ordinance No. 698, Approving a Planned Unit Development Overlay, from R-2, Multifamily Residential (up to 10 units per acre), to R-2:PUD, Residential: Planned Unit Development, for a 36 Lot Single Family Residential Development on 8.70 Acres Located at 8416 and 8440 Park Avenue; adoption of Resolution No. 99-71 Approving Preliminary Design Review for a 36 Lot Single Family Residential Development on 8.70 Acres Located at 8416 and 8440 Park Avenue; adoption of Resolution No. 99-72 Approving a Tentative Map for a 36 Lot Single Family Residential Development on 8.70 Acres Located at 8416 and 8440 Park Avenue. (Planning)

Associate Planner, Marsha Sue Lustig gave a staff report and responded to questions from Council. In response to a question from Councilmember Cullinen, Associate Planner Lustig stated conditions stated a maximum of 15 granny units with a minimum of six.

Vice Mayor Jensen opened the public hearing.

Greg LeDoux, Architect, Cotati, commended Associate Planner Lustig for her explanation of the project. Mr. LeDoux commented on the footprint issue of the project. Mr. LeDoux expressed his concerns about meeting specifications of the Master Plan and complying with the mixed design of the units.

In answer to a question from Councilmember Cullinen, Mr. LeDoux explained the dimensions of the single and two-story homes.

Vice Mayor Jensen opened the public hearing.

Louis Callas, 67 Benson Ln., commented he did not receive notification of meetings regarding the subdivision process. Mr. Callas is bothered by the two-story homes along Loretto Avenue. Mr. Callas commented on: 1) concerns with low-income housing, 2) set-backs, 3) funds for the first-time home buyer, 4) sweat-equity; and, 5) zoning issues.

Mark Firestone, 8483 Loretto Ave., raised concerns related to growth and contingencies in the contract. Mr. Firestone is opposed to the two-story plan and was under the impression units would be single-story units.

George Lazeca , 8404 Park Ave., does not like the design of the homes around his property.

Vince Whitcomb, 75 Benson Ln., stated the present subdivision plan does not honor the Master Plan. He would like to see the single-story homes put back into the plan; and, expressed ill-favor of the two-story design. He urged Council to not accept the plan as presented.

Judy Watts, 55 Benson Ln., would like to see a workable plan for everyone.

George Barich, 176 W. Cotati Oaks, mentioned parking issues in the proposed development.

Mark Batia, Realtor, 8543 Loretto, sees parking and granny units to be problematic.

Julie Berkemeier, 71 Benson Ln., commented that two-story homes are out of place for the development.

Ms. Berkemeier questioned responsibility for landscape maintenance proposed for the development. In answer to this question from Ms. Berkemeier, Planning Director Dennis Dorch stated the area in question was a landscape maintenance district.

John Emerson, 8542 Loretto Ave., stated no one on Loretto Avenue was notified of the development plans. His concerns included: 1) parking problems, 2) construction of granny units; and, 3) existence of a possible flood plain.

Margaret Callas, 67 Benson Ln., mentioned her letter was included in the agenda packet. Ms. Callas' concerns included:

1) size of the granny units, 2) parking; and, 3) wording of the bond.

Jeff Cameron, 8461 Loretto, was concerned with: 1) flooding, 2) cost of the granny units and an increase in the prices of the homes; and, 3) a portion of the Master Plan. Mr. Cameron requested Council to stay with single-story units around the perimeter.

Judy Penaida, 8527 Loretto Ave., would like to see single-level homes around the perimeter of the plan. Due to transit and parking problems, Ms. Penaida suggested granny units be used as office space rather than utilized as rentals.

Greg LeDoux, Architect, Cotati, gave a synopsis of the questions from the audience.

Vice Mayor Jensen closed the public hearing.

Vice Mayor Jensen reopened the public hearing.

Carl Schollman 8755 Pine Ln., mentioned Gallo Winery and flooding concerns.

Vice Mayor Jensen closed the public hearing and called for questions from Council.

Planning Director Dennis Dorch commented on a question from Councilmember Fox in regard to the 15% low cost housing.

Marsha Sue Lustig, Associate Planner responded to a question from Councilmember Fox in regard to Blankenship Road and a bridge over the Laguna.

Vice Mayor Jensen expressed concern with: 1) the two-story mixture, 2) granny units; and, 3) drainage.

In answer to Vice Mayor Jensen's questions regarding flooding, City Attorney Nebb explained developer guarantees. Planning Director Dorch addressed Vice Mayor Jensen's concerns with drainage. In answer to a question from Vice Mayor Jensen, Marsha Sue Lustig, Associate Planner commented on unit set-backs. Vice Mayor Jensen stated concern with the size of the granny units.

In answer to a question from Councilmember Fox, Planning Director Dennis Dorch commented how addition of the granny unit will make the property affordable.

Councilmember Cullinen commented on options for low-income families.

Vice Mayor Jensen would like to see more affordable units for families and some smaller-single family units.

Vice Mayor Jensen was not in favor of the two-story units along the perimeter.

Councilmember Fox would like to see more single-story units along the Benson/Loretto corridor.

City Attorney Veronica Nebb explained Council's options, verbiage and other choices.

Vice Mayor Jensen proposed a motion that Council approve no two-story houses along the Loretto and Benson areas; and, that Council not accept the granny units as meeting the affordable housing; and Council require the 15% in lieu.

Councilmember Cullinen stated he is in favor of the suggestion from the Design Review Commission.

Councilmember Fox was in favor of units in close proximity on Benson Lane to be single-story structures. Councilmember Fox noted two-story units would be acceptable on Loretto Avenue where appropriate.

Vice Mayor Jensen opened the public hearing.

Greg LeDoux commented single-story homes could be addressed along the perimeter as well as one and one-half story homes with lot size remaining intact.

George Barich, 176 W. Cotati Oaks, again expressed traffic concerns with the development.

Marsha Sue Lustig, Associate Planner stated the following is the type of housing required along Loretto Avenue and Benson Lanes--lots 15 & 16 shall be two-story, lots 17 & 18 shall be one and one-half story, lot 19 shall be one-story, lots 20, 21 & 22 shall be two-story, lot 23 shall be one and one-half story, lots 24 through 30 shall be a mixture of single and one and one-half story.

A motion was made by Councilmember Fox and seconded by Councilmember Cullinen to Approve Resolution 99-70 Adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a Mitigation Monitoring Program for a 36 Lot Single Family Residential Development on 8.7 Acres Located at 8416 and 8440 Park Avenue (P.A.# 17/99) Applicant:Fred Zmarzley - AP# 144-360-03 & 13.

Yes: 3 No: 0 Abstain: 2 (Berkemeier, Eder)

A motion was made by Councilmember Fox and seconded by Councilmember Cullinen to Approve the Introduction of Ordinance No. 698 Approving a Planned Unit Development Overlay, from R-2, Multifamily Residential (up to ten units per acre), to R-2:PUD, Residential:Planned Unit Development, for a 36 Lot Single Family Residential Development on 8.70 Acres Located at 8416 and 8440 Park Avenue.

1) The following is the type of housing required along Loretto Avenue and Benson Lanes: lots 15 & 16 shall be two-story, lots 17 & 18 shall be one and one-half story, lot 19 shall be one-story, lots 20, 21 & 22 shall be two-story, lot 23 shall be one and one-half story, lots 24 through 30 shall be a mixture of single and one and one-half story.

2) Condition No. 23 shall be deleted and replaced with the following condition: The applicant shall provide the 15% of the project as affordable housing or pay into the house-in-lieu fund as required by the Cotati City Council ordinance. The applicant may provide up to 12 granny units, but, they shall not count as the applicants required affordable housing.

Yes: 3 No: 0 Abstain: 2 (Berkemeier, Eder)

It was moved by Councilmember Fox and seconded by Councilmember Cullinen to adopt with conditions, Resolution No. 99-71 approving Preliminary Design Review for a 36 Lot Single Family Residential Development on 8.7 Acres Located at 8416 and 8440 Park Avenue (P.A.#17/99) Applicant: Fred Zmarzly - AP#144-360-03 & 13.

1) The following is the type of housing required along Loretto Avenue and Benson Lanes: lots 15 & 16 shall be two-story, lots 17 & 18 shall be one and one-half story, lot 19 shall be one-story, lots 20, 21 & 22 shall be two-story, lot 23 shall be one and one-half story, lots 24 through 30 shall be a mixture of single and one and one-half story.

2) Condition No. 23 shall be deleted and replaced with the following condition: The applicant shall provide the 15% of the project as affordable housing or pay into the house-in-lieu fund as required by the Cotati City Council ordinance. The applicant may provide up to 12 granny units, but, they shall not count as the applicants required affordable housing.

Yes: 3 No: 0 Abstain: 2 (Berkemeier, Eder)

It was moved by Councilmember Fox and seconded by Councilmember Cullinen to adopt with conditions, Resolution No. 99-72 approving a Tentative Map for a 36 Lot Single Family Residential Development on 8.7 Acres Located at 8416 and 8440 Park Avenue (P.A.#17/99) Applicant: Fred Zmarzly - AP#144-360-03 & 13

1) The following is the type of housing required along Loretto Avenue and Benson Lanes: lots 15 & 16 shall be two-story, lots 17 & 18 shall be one and one-half story, lot 19 shall be one-story, lots 20, 21 & 22 shall be two-story, lot 23 shall be one and one-half story, lots 24 through 30 shall be a mixture of single and one and one-half story.

2) Condition No. 23 shall be deleted and replaced with the following condition: The applicant shall provide the 15% of the project as affordable housing or pay into the house-in-lieu fund as required by the Cotati City Council ordinance. The applicant may provide up to 12 granny units, but, they shall not count as the applicants required affordable housing.

Yes: 3 No: 0 Abstain 2 (Berkemeier, Eder)

Mayor Berkemeier and Councilmember Eder returned to the dais at 12:24 a.m.

Council/Agency Board members present: Cullinen, Eder, Fox, Jensen, Berkemeier

Staff present: Brown, Dorch, McAdler, Sime

Item(s) pulled: Vice Mayor Jensen pulled Item No. 13.

13. Acceptance of West Sierra Avenue Improvement and Authorize Staff to File Notice of Completion

Vice Mayor Jensen requested Public Works Department remove a mound of asphalt next-door to Shuman's.

A motion was made by Vice Mayor Jensen with a second from Councilmember Eder to approve Item No. 13, Acceptance of West Sierra Avenue Improvement and Authorize Staff to File a Notice of Completion.

Yes: 5 No: 0

14. Receive and File Report on Staffing in City Finance Department (Finance)

It was moved by Councilmember Fox and seconded by Councilmember Eder to approve Item No. 14, Receive and File Report on Staffing in City Finance Department.

Yes: 5 No: 0

15. Transfer of General Fund Contingency to Expenditure Accounts; Allocation of Authorized Expenses to Undesignated Fund Balances – 1999-2000 Budget Amendment No. 1 (City Manager)

With the advice of Interim City Manager Charles Brown, Item No. 15 was passed over by Council at this time.

16. Request from Burbank Housing for Additional Grant Funds in Order to Issue a Change Order to Contractor Installing Off-site Improvements (being Indirectly Funded by the City of Cotati) in Order to Provide Fire Flow to Project by Replacing City Water Line Along Charles Street (City Manager)

Mayor Berkemeier gave a staff report and called for questions from Council.

There being no questions from Council, it was moved by Councilmember Cullinen and seconded by Councilmember Fox to direct staff to prepare an amendment to the grant to Burbank Housing in the amount of $44,085 for replacement of the water line on Charles Street, with funds to be appropriated from the Water Capital Account.

Yes: 5 No: 0

The joint meeting was adjourned at 12:40 a.m. and the regular City Council meeting reconvened.

Brief announcements and reports on Council activities.

No reports were given at this time.

The meeting was adjourned at 12:41 a.m.

Respectfully submitted,

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Linda Sime, Administrative Clerk

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NOTICE OF STATUTORY AUTHORITY FOR HOLDING A CLOSED MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL ON OCTOBER 13, 1999

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54950 et seq., the City Council will hold a closed session. More specific information regarding the grounds for this meeting is provided below.

CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (G.C. Section 54956.8)

Property: Northeast corner of West Cotati and William Street, AP #144-261-010

Agency Negotiator: Interim City Manager

Negotiating Parties: Roman Catholic Bishop of Santa Rosa and City of Cotati

Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment

Deputy City Clerk