AGENDA
JOINT MEETING OF THE COTATI CITY COUNCIL AND THE SUCCESSOR
AGENCY TO THE FORMER COTATI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY City Council Chamber, City Hall 201 W. Sierra Avenue
Tuesday February 14, 2023
6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING
The Cotati City Council welcomes you to its meetings that are generally scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month. Your interest and participation are encouraged and appreciated.
City Council meeting agendas, minutes, and recordings are posted on the City’s Meeting Portal at www.cotaticity.org.
For questions about the agenda of to receive the City Council agenda by email, contact the Deputy City Clerk at [email protected] or (707) 665-3622.
Cotati City Council Meetings will be conducted in person in the Council Chamber, and, as a courtesy, participate virtually through Zoom Online video conferencing, and will be available to watch or listen in the following ways:
1. Using the following online livestream meeting portal link: http://cotaticityca.iqm2.com/citizens/default.aspx;
2. Cable T.V. Broadcast, local channel 28
Members of the public can participate in the meeting online by clicking the link below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81830165733?pwd=djZCVGhjZkNVMS9ZeTQ4OVJkdWhEQT09 If you do not have the ability to join online, but would like to participate in the meeting, you can call into the meeting using your telephone, by dialing one of the following numbers and entering the meeting credentials:
Webinar ID: 818 3016 5733
Passcode: 240793
+1 (669) 900-6833 or +1 (346) 248-7799 or +1 (253) 215-8782 or +1 (301) 715-8592 or +1 (312) 626-6799 or +1 (929) 436-2866
Attendees may join the meeting any time after 5:45pm. Attendees will be muted until they are called upon for Public Comment. To make a public comment, use the “raise hand” icon on your smart device or desktop computer, or dial *9 if you are using just your telephone. Please listen carefully for the Mayor or City Clerk to address you by name (or phone number) and for the audible Zoom notification that you have been unmuted. Once you begin your public comment, your three minutes will begin.
If you would prefer to submit your public comment in writing, please email your comments to [email protected]. If you are commenting on a specific agenda item or items, please state the agenda item number(s) in the subject line of the email. All comments received via email will be provided to the City Council or Planning Commission in writing and included as part of the record of the meeting. ###
Notice is hereby given that Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on this agenda.
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Cotati City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for inspection in the online Meeting Portal at www.cotaticity.org and in the City Manager’s office located at 201 West Sierra Ave, Cotati, CA during the City’s posted business hours.
Disabled Accommodations: Upon request, this agenda will be made available in appropriate formats to persons with disabilities as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any person with a disability who Cotati City Council Agenda February 14, 2023
requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should contact the Deputy City Clerk at [email protected], or (707) 665-3622, at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
Closed Captioning/Live Transcription: This meeting will be transcribed live via the Zoom platform. Zoom attendees running Zoom version 5.0.2 or higher will be able to see the transcription at the bottom of their personal Zoom screen.
Learn more at https://support.zoom.us by searching “closed captions.” Rules of Decorum: To avoid distraction, the following meeting etiquette shall be enforced. • Silence electronic devices, including cell phones.
• Audience members are advised to keep conversations to a minimum of conduct them outside the building. • Photographs or video recordings using tri-pods or other means that would be distracting are to be taken only from the designated media area.
• The Presiding Officer shall request that the audience withhold expressions of support or opposition for speakers in the interest of time and to encourage the full expression of differing views. (City Council Policy 2021-01 III.B.1.)
Public Comment (Action Items): Public comment on any one agenda item where the City Council will be taking some action is limited to no more than three (3) minutes per person. Action items are typically designated on the agenda title.
Public Comment (Non-Action Items): Public comment on non-action agenda items shall be received during the designated portion of the agenda. Comments shall be limited to no more than three (3) minutes for all non-action agenda items.
Waiver Warning: If you challenge decisions/direction of the City Council of the City of Cotati in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at public hearing(s) described in this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Cotati at, or prior to, the public hearing(s).
City Council meetings are conducted according to City Council Policy 2021-01: City Council Rules. This policy is available for inspection in the online Meeting Portal at www.cotaticity.org and in the City Manager’s office located at 201 West Sierra Ave, Cotati, CA, during the City’s posted business hours.
Those wishing to address the Council are asked to complete a speaker card and give it to the Deputy City Clerk. When you are called, step to the podium and state your name and address for the record. Persons wishing to address the Council are not required to identify themselves or complete a speaker card; (Gov’t Code § 54953.3); however, this information assists the Mayor by ensuring that all persons wishing to address the Council are recognized and it assists the Deputy City Clerk in preparing the City Council meeting minutes.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Members of the public can participate in the meeting at City Hall, 201 W Sierra Ave, or online by clicking the following link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81830165733?pwd=djZCVGhjZkNVMS9ZeTQ4OVJkdWhE QT09
2. ROLL CALL
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND NOTICE OF WAIVING OF READING OF ALL
RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES INTRODUCED AND/OR ADOPTED
UNDER THIS AGENDA (ACTION)
A. COTATI CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING - JAN 24, 2023 6:00 PM
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Cotati City Council Agenda February 14, 2023
A. Meeting Orientation for New Attendees/Viewers. In conformance with the Brown Act and the adopted City Council Rules, the meeting agenda includes items labeled as Action Items, where the City Council will consider the item and citizens are afforded the opportunity to provide comments relevant to the item being discussed. The meeting agenda also includes a Citizens Business item, which is the designated place on the agenda where citizens have the right to say whatever they wish.
The City Council may, or may not, choose to respond to comments, as the Government Code allows. However, if the City Council declines to respond, it should not be perceived as giving credence to or agreeing with any statements that the City Council or its members believe are incorrect, misinformed or purposefully biased.
B. Measure S supports police services, a variety of recreation programs for all ages, and the maintenance of our streets, parks, and public buildings. See details on the web at cotaticity.org
C. Citizens interested in receiving City of Cotati community alerts via text or email are encouraged to sign up with Nixle by downloading the Everbridge app from the IOS or Android app store or by texting your zip code (94931) to 888777.
D. Like always, we love to hear from you, so please feel free to contact the City at 707- 792-4600 or [email protected]. If you have a non-emergency issue after normal business hours, you can contact us at 707-792-4611 and of course if you have an emergency, please contact 9-1-1. Continue to look for updates on the City's website and social media channels available on Facebook, Instagram, and Nixle.
6. APPROVAL OF FINAL AGENDA (ACTION)
7. CITIZEN BUSINESS AND PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
Any member of the public wishing to speak to the Council on any item(s) listed on the Consent Calendar or any matter(s) not listed on the agenda that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Council may do so at this time. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the Council is not allowed to consider issues or take action on any item not listed on the agenda during this period. Pursuant to City Council Policy 2021-01, comments of any member of the public are normally restricted to a total of three (3) minutes in length per person for matters not on the agenda and a total of three (3) minutes per person in length for any and all items on the Consent Calendar.
The Mayor may extend the time limit for a reasonable time where a disability accommodation has been requested.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)
A. ACCEPTANCE OF THE 2023 PAVEMENT PRESERVATION PROJECT It is recommended the City of Cotati City Council adopt a resolution accepting the 2023 Street Preservation Project improvements, authorizing the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County Clerk, and authorizing the release of retention after the 35 day noticing period with no protests.
Cotati City Council Agenda February 14, 2023
B. REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT AN
APPLICATION TO RECEIVE A "PRO-HOUSING" DESIGNATION FROM
THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT AND SUBMIT A GRANT APPLICATION FOR PILOT
PROGRAM FUNDS
It is recommended that the Council of the City of Cotati adopt resolutions authorizing staff to submit for a "Prohousing" Designation from the California Department of Housing and Community Development and submit a grant application for pilot program funds.
C. APPROVAL OF 2023 COTATI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MUSIC
FESTIVAL EVENT AND OKTOBERFEST EVENT IN LA PLAZA PARK.
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the 2023 Cotati Chamber of Commerce events.
D. APPROVAL OF 2023 CITY OF COTATI SUMMER MOVIES IN THE PARK, CAR SHOW, AND NATIONAL NIGHT OUT EVENTS IN LA PLAZA PARK.
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the 2023 City of Cotati Summer Movies in the Park, Car Show, and National Night Out events in La Plaza Park; authorizing the temporary street closure of La Plaza and the sales of food, goods and services, and alcohol by vendors and food trucks.
E. APPROVAL OF 2023 CITY OF COTATI KIDS DAY EVENT IN LA PLAZA PARK.
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the 2023 City of Cotati Kids Day Parade & Festival.
F. LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR SONOMA CLEAN POWER'S DEPARTMENT
OF ENERGY GRANT TO IMPLEMENT A PILOT PROJECT AT GEYSERS
GEOTHERMAL FACILITY
It is recommended that the City Council authorize by motion the Mayor to execute a letter of support for a Department of Energy Grant to implement a pilot project to improve peak power generation at the Geysers Geothermal facility.
G. AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT WITH ROCK SOLID FOR AGENDA AND
LEGISLATIVE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a motion authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract amendment with Rock Solid to archive old meetings as part of its implementation of a new agenda and legislative management program.
9. DIRECTION ON FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS (ACTION)
Cotati City Council Agenda February 14, 2023
A. CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION GRANTING APPROVAL OF
DESIGN REVIEW AND A COTTAGE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT PLAN
TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR PRIMARY RESIDENTIAL
UNITS AND TWO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS (ADUS) AT 902 EAST COTATI AVENUE.
It is recommended by the Community Development Department staff and Planning Commission that the City Council adopt the attached resolution granting approval of design review and a cottage housing development plan to allow the construction of four residences and two ADUs at 902 East Cotati Avenue.
11. REGULAR AGENDA (ACTION)
A. MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023
It is recommended that the City Council receive the fiscal year 2022/23 mid-year budget review and approve the proposed budget adjustments.
B. REVIEW OF DRAFT CITY SEAL
It is recommended that the City Council discuss the draft city seal and provide direction to staff on revisions for a final seal.
C. RECOMMEND APPOINTMENT TO BOARD OF TRUSTEES FOR THE
MARIN/ SONOMA MOSQUITO & VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a motion recommending appointment of Mayor Harvey to the Board of Trustees for the Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Control District for a term of 4 years.
12. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
13. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
14. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-ACTION AGENDA ITEMS
15. INFORMATION RECEIVED AFTER THE AGENDA WAS POSTED
A. INFORMATION RECEIVED AFTER THE AGENDA WAS POSTED
Information or written comments pertaining to this meeting, and which was received after the agenda was posted, is attached below.
16. ADJOURNMENT
Certification of Posting of the Notice: I declare under penalty of perjury that I am employed by the City of Cotati and that I posted this notice on the City's website, bulletin boards of City Hall, Veterans' Memorial Building and the SMART Train Depot, on or before February 10, 2023.
/s/ Kevin Patterson, Deputy City Clerk