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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, December 12, 2023
6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING
The Cotati City Council welcomes you to its meetings that are generally scheduled for the 2 nd
and 4
th
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 or to receive the City Council agenda by e-mail, 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:
https://cotaticity.primegov.com/public/portal
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/81421127322?pwd=VmM4bjVsYUlXa1p6ems0RzF6eFUxUT09 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: 814 2112 7322
Passcode: 505033
+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 Avenue, Cotati, California, during the City’s posted business hours.
Disabled Accommodation:
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 requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should contact the Deputy City Clerk at (707) 665-3622 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
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 or 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 2023-01 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 2023-01: City Council Rules. This policy available for inspection in the online Meeting Portal at www.cotaticity.org
and in the City Manager’s office located at 201 West Sierra Avenue, Cotati, California, 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 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 City Clerk in preparing the City Council meeting minutes.
1. CALL TO ORDER
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2. ROLL CALL
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3. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The City of Cotati recognizes that we’re on the ancestral lands of the Coastal Miwok, who are the original caretakers of this area. We respectfully acknowledge the Indigenous peoples who have been stewarding and maintaining a relationship on this land as knowledge keepers for millennia. This acknowledgement does not take the place of authentic relationships with Indigenous communities but serves as a gesture of respect to the land we are on.
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4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND NOTICE OF WAIVING OF READING OF ALL RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES INTRODUCED AND/OR ADOPTED UNDER THIS AGENDA (ACTION) COTATI CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING – NOV 28, 2023 6:00 PM Minutes_20231206181456933
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6. ANNOUNCEMENTS
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 CivicReady, by signing up on the City website, www.cotaticity.org
, under the “How do I” link at the top of the homepage.
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 CivicReady.
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7. APPROVAL OF FINAL AGENDA (ACTION)
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8. 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 2023-01, 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. To facilitate public comment, the Clerk will alert speakers when there are thirty seconds remaining.
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9. CONSENT CALENDAR (ACTION)
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A.
AWARD CYPRESS AVENUE SEWER REPAIR PROJECT
It is recommended the City Council adopt a resolution awarding construction contract for the Cypress Avenue Sewer Repairs Project to {insert company}and authorizing the City Manager to execute any needed change orders or amendments for both the construction contract and construction management professional agreement up to the authorized project budget.
Agenda Item
Resolution
Bid Tabulation
NOTICE OF AWARD
4656.06-Cypress Ave CM-Proposal Letter
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B.
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE SENIOR MOBILEHOME PARK OVERLAY ZONE BY AMENDING TITLE 17 (LAND USE) OF THE COTATI MUNICIPAL CODE, AND DESIGNATING THE PROPERTY AT 425 W. SIERRA AVENUE WITH THE SENIOR MOBILEHOME PARK OVERLAY DESIGNATION It is recommended by the Community Development Department and the Planning Commission that the City Council conduct the second reading and adoption of an ordinance amending the Mobilehome Park (MHP) Overlay Zone, establishing the Senior Mobilehome Park Overlay Zone by amending Sections 17.20.020, 17.28.030, and 17.90.020 of Title 17 (Land Use) of the Cotati Municipal Code, and amending the City’s Zoning Map to designate the property located at 425 W. Sierra Avenue, Assessor’s Parcel Number 144-340-014, with the Senior Mobilehome Zone Designation.
Agenda Item
Ordinance
Urgency Ordinance adopted by the City Council on September 12, 2023 2003 Design Review Approval of Countryside Units 34 and 35 Redline version of changes proposed to Land Use Code
Staff Presentation 11.28.23
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C.
PURCHASE OF BUDGETED VEHICLES
It is recommended that the City Council by Motion
authorize
the City Manager to approve the purchase of
budgeted vehicles and to execute any necessary agreements to carry out the approved purchases, including upfitting, and electric vehicle infrastructure, not to exceed the authorized budget amount by fund.
Agenda Item
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D.
AWARD OF THE REDWOOD DRIVE AND CYPRESS AVENUE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT It is recommended the City of Cotati City Council adopt a resolution awarding the Redwood Drive and Cypress Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project construction contract and authorizing the City Manager to execute the construction contract and any needed change orders or amendments to supporting professional agreements up to the authorized Project amount.
Agenda Item
Resolution
Redwood-Cypress Pavement Rehab Bid Tab
NOTICE OF AWARD-Pavement
Cotati Redwood and Cypress CM Proposal Letter 112322
Cotati Redwood and Cypress Project Fee CM Only
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E.
CONSIDERATION OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH BELLECCI AND ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR THE DESIGN OF THE SIDEWALK GAP CLOSURE PROJECT It is recommended the City of Cotati City Council adopt a Resolution approving a Professional Services Agreement with Bellicci and Associates, Inc. for the design of the Sidewalk Gap Closure Project and authorizing the City Manager, or Designee, to execute the agreement and any needed amendments up to the authorized project amount.
Agenda Item
Resolution
Cotati Sidewalk Gap Closure Letter Proposal 11-15-23
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10. DIRECTION ON FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
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11. REGULAR AGENDA (ACTION)
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A.
PUTNAM AND CATOR FIELD FINAL CONCEPT DESIGN DISCUSSION
It is recommended that the City Council discuss the final design concepts for Putnam Park and Cator Field and provide staff with any final feedback prior to beginning design work.
Agenda Item
FINAL CONCEPT PUTNAM PARK
FINAL CONCEPT CIVIC CENTER PARK
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B.
REORGANIZATION OF CITY COUNCIL FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2024
It is recommended The City Council elect a Mayor and Vice Mayor from among its members, to be effective January 1 until December 2024.
Agenda Item
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C.
COUNCIL ASSIGNMENTS AS REPRESENTATIVES AND LIAISONS TO VARIOUS COMMITTEES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2024 It is recommended that the Council adopt a motion to assign representatives and liaisons to various committees and commissions for calendar year 2024.
Agenda Item
Summary Committee Assignments 2023
Detail Committee Assignments 2023
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D.
PROCLAMATION SCHEDULE FOR 2024
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a motion approving a proclamation schedule for 2024.
Agenda Item
Calendar of Proclamations
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E.
PROCEDURE DURING READING OF LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
It is recommended the City Council discuss the procedure during the reading of the Land Acknowledgment statement and provide verbal direction to staff.
Agenda Item
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12. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
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13. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
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14. PUBLIC COMMENT ON NON-ACTION AGENDA ITEMS
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15. CLOSED SESSION
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A.
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8 PROPERTY: APN 144-274-002, 144-274-014, 144-274-015 CITY NEGOTIATOR: CITY MANAGER NEGOTIATING PARTY: BISHOP REVOCABLE TRUST UNDER NEGOTIATION: PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT FOR THE SALE OF PROPERTY Agenda Item
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B.
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8. PROPERTY: PORTION OF APN 144-275-001 AND RIGHT OF WAY ADJACENT TO THE SOUTHEAST BOUNDARY OF APN 144-275-001, COTATI. CITY NEGOTIATOR: CITY MANAGER. NEGOTIATING PARTY: TESLA, INC. UNDER NEGOTIATION: PRICE AND TERMS OF PAYMENT Agenda Item
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16. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
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17. INFORMATION RECEIVED AFTER THE AGENDA WAS POSTED
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A.
INFORMATION RECEIVED AFTER THE AGENDA WAS POSTED
Agenda Item
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18. 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 December 8, 2023. /s/ Kevin Patterson, Deputy City Clerk
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