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IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2001 AT 8:00 P.M.
Regular Meeting:
San Rafael City Council
Also Present: Rod Gould, City Manager
Gary T. Ragghianti, City Attorney
Jeanne M. Leoncini, City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION — CONFERENCE ROOM 201 — 7:00 PM:
None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS OF AN URGENCY NATURE:
None.
Present: Albert J. Boro, Mayor
Cyr N. Miller, Vice -Mayor
Paul M. Cohen, Councilmember
Barbara Heller, Councilmember
Gary 0. Phillips, Councilmember
Absent: None
8:07 PM
Councilmember Phillips moved and Councilmember Miller seconded, to approve the Consent Calendar,
as follows:
ITEM
Approval of Minutes of Regular Meetings of Monday,
October 1 and October 15, 2001 (CC)
Request for Amicus Participation: (CA) —
RIP q-3-16
a) Case Name: Loewenstein v. City of Lafayette
California Court of Appeal, First
Appellate District
Case No. 8093590
b) Report to Alford v. San Diego County
Council: Superior Court
(California Supreme Court)
RECOMMENDED ACTION
Minutes approved as submitted.
a) Approved amicus participation.
b) Approved amicus participation.
Summary of Legislation Affecting San Rafael (CM) — Accepted report.
File 116 x 9-1
Resolution Authorizing Execution of a Sub -Sublease
of Space in Citibank Building, 1210 Fifth Avenue,
San Rafael (CM) — File 2-9-24 x 2-9-22
5. An Ordinance of the City of San Rafael in Memory of
Maia Ropion Amending Title 4 of the Municipal Code
of the City of San Rafael, Amending the Uniform Fire
Code, 1997 Edition, Prescribing Regulations for the
Prevention of Falls from Hotel Windows (FD) —
File 1-6-4 x 9-3-31 x 9-1
RESOLUTION NO. 10938 —
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF A SUB -SUBLEASE OF
OFFICE SPACE IN THE CITIBANK
BUILDING, 1210 FIFTH AVENUE, SAN
RAFAEL, CALIFORNIA (and amending
the 2001-2002 Budget by $11,000)
Ordinance No. 1773 introduced and
passed to print "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL HONORING
THE MEMORY OF MAIA ROPION AND
AMENDING TITLE 4 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL,
AMENDING THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE,
1997 EDITION, PRESCRIBING
REGULATIONS FOR THE PREVENTION
OF FALLS FROM HOTEL WINDOWS"
(Public Hearing set for November 19,
2001.)
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6. Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an
Agreement With the County of Marin to Coordinate
Adult Education Services at the Education Resource
Center at 2955 Kerner Boulevard, Superseding Form
of Agreement Approved by Resolution
No.10901 (Lib/Cult.aff.) —File 4-13-105 x 9-3-61
7. Monthly Investment Report for Month Ending
September, 2001 (MS) — File 8-18 x 8-9
8. Resolution of Appreciation to Cory Bytof, Volunteer
Program Manager, Employee of the Quarter for Third
Quarter Ending September 30, 2001 (MS) —
File 102 x 235 x 7-4
10. Re Volunteer Program Advisory Committee: (MS) —
File 9-2-53 x 102 x 235
a) Resolution Dissolving the Volunteer
Program Advisory
Committee
b) Resolutions of Appreciation to the
Members of the Volunteer Program
Advisory Committee
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RESOLUTION NO. 10939 —
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE COUNTY OF MARIN TO
COORDINATE ADULT EDUCATION
SERVICES AT THE EDUCATION
RESOURCE CENTER AT 2955 KERNER
BOULEVARD, SUPERSEDING FORM OF
AGREEMENT APPROVED BY
RESOLUTION 10901
Accepted Monthly Investment Report for
the Month Ending September, 2001, as
presented.
RESOLUTION NO. 10940 —
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO
CORY BYTOF, VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
MANAGER, EMPLOYEE OF THE
QUARTER FOR THIRD QUARTER
ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2001
a) RESOLUTION NO. 10941 —
RESOLUTION DISSOLVING THE
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
b) RESOLUTION NO. 10942 —
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO
SUZAN BERNS, VOLUNTEER
PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEMBER SINCE FEBRUARY 2000.
RESOLUTION NO. 10943 —
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO
BETH GRASHAM, VOLUNTEER
PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEMBER SINCE 1997
RESOLUTION NO. 10944 —
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO
VICKIE HATOS, VOLUNTEER
PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEMBER SINCE 1997
RESOLUTION NO. 10945 —
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO
MICHAEL MCGUIRE, VOLUNTEER
PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEMBER SINCE OCTOBER, 2000
RESOLUTION NO. 10946 —
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO
BERNADETTE PAYNE, VOLUNTEER
PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEMBER SINCE 1997
RESOLUTION NO. 10947 —
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO
MAN MINH PHAN, VOLUNTEER
PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEMBER SINCE OCTOBER, 2000
RESOLUTION NO. 10948 —
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO
JACEK SOCHAN, VOLUNTEER
PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEMBER SINCE FEBRUARY, 2000
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11. Resolution Rescinding Resolution No. 9100 Issuing
Item removed from Agenda at the
a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity to KDL
request of staff.
Taxi Services, dba Marin Cab Company (PD) —
File 9-9
12. Report on Bid Opening and Resolution Awarding
RESOLUTION NO. 10949 —
Contract to JT&T Enterprises, Inc. dba James E.
RESOLUTION AWARDING CONTRACT
Thompson GC re San Rafael Community Center
FOR SAN RAFAEL COMMUNITY
HVAC Replacement 2001, Project No. 620-6601-
CENTER HVAC REPLACEMENT 2001 TO
749-8000 in Amount of $138,696.00 (bid opening
JT&T ENTERPRISES, INC. DBA JAMES
held on Tuesday, October 23, 2001) (PW) —
E. THOMPSON, GENERAL
File 4-1-542
CONTRACTOR, IN THE AMOUNT OF
$138,696.00 (lowest responsible bidder)
13. Resolution Adopting the Disadvantaged Business
RESOLUTION NO. 10950 —
Enterprise Annual Overall Goal for 2001/02 (PW) —
RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE
File 232 x 9-3-40
DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS
ENTERPRISE ANNUAL OVERALL GOAL
FOR 2001/2002
14. Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an
Agreement Between the City of San Rafael and
Walter and Kirsty Burns Regarding Future
Annexation of Real Property, 311 Summit Avenue,
APN 016-041-88, to the City of San Rafael (PW) —
File 5-2-104
15. Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an
Agreement Between the City of San Rafael and John
Thurman and Eileen Scholl Regarding Future
Annexation of Real Property, 229 Bayview Drive,
APN 186-071-04, to the City of San Rafael (PW) —
File 5-2-105
16. Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an
Agreement Between the City of San Rafael and
Stephen Crutchfield and Maxine Lampert Regarding
Future Annexation of Real Property, 229 Bayview
Drive, APN 186-071-05, to the City of San Rafael
(PW) — File 5-2-106
17. Report on Selection of Landscape Architect to
Prepare Plans and Specifications for the Del Ganado
Ditch (Santa Margarita Landscape Improvements),
Adoption of Resolution Authorizing the Public Works
Director to Sign an Agreement, and Authorizing the
Expenditure of Funds Allocated for Median
Partnerships (PW) — File 4-10-328 x 9-3-40
18. Resolution Approving Street Closures for the 22nd
Annual Parade of Lights and 12th Annual Winter
Wonderland and Snow, Friday and Saturday,
November 23 and 24, 2001 (RA) — File 11-19
RESOLUTION NO. 10951 —
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY AND WALTER AND
KIRSTY BURNS REGARDING FUTURE
PROCEEDINGS FOR ANNEXATION OF
REAL PROPERTY AT 311 SUMMIT
AVENUE, APN 016-041-88 TO THE CITY
OF SAN RAFAEL
RESOLUTION NO. 10952 —
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY AND JOHN
THURMAN AND EILEEN SCHOLL
REGARDING FUTURE PROCEEDINGS
FOR ANNEXATION OF REAL PROPERTY
AT 229 BAYVIEW DRIVE, APN 186-071-
04, TO THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
RESOLUTION NO. 10953 —
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY AND STEPHEN
CRUTCHFIELD AND MAXINE LAMPERT
REGARDING FUTURE PROCEEDINGS
FOR ANNEXATION OF REAL PROPERTY
AT 229 BAYVIEW DRIVE, APN 186-071-
05, TO THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
RESOLUTION NO. 10954 —
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO SIGN
A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH DONALD BLAYNEY
& ASSOCIATES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $26,985 AND APPROPRIATING
SAID AMOUNT FROM FUNDS
ALLOCATED FOR MEDIAN
PARTNERSHIPS (Del Ganado Ditch -
Santa Margarita Landscape
Improvements)
RESOLUTION NO. 10955 —
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF CITY
STREETS FOR THE 22ND ANNUAL
PARADE OF LIGHTS AND WINTER
WONDERLAND ON NOVEMBER 23RD
AND NOVEMBER 24TH, 2001
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19. Parking Meter Holiday for all Two-hour Downtown
Meters and the First Two Hours of Parking at the
Third & A Parking Structure for the Period of
November 21, 2001 Through December 25, 2001
(RA) — File 11-18
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Declared a two-hour parking meter
holiday for all two-hour downtown
meters and the first two hours of parking
at the Third & A Parking Structure, for
the period of November 21, 2001 through
December 25, 2001.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Cohen, Heller, Miller, Phillips and Mayor Boro
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSTAINING: COUNCILMEMBERS: Phillips (from Minutes of October 15, 2001 only, due to
absence from meeting.)
The following item was removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion, at the request of Councilmember
Heller:
9. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROVIDE EXTENDED MILITARY
LEAVE BENEFITS TO EMPLOYEES CALLED TO ACTIVE DUTY (MS) — FILE 7-4
Supporting the Resolution and believing it to be an excellent exercise, Councilmember Heller
inquired as to how many employees were involved overall, indicating she would like to be notified
as people are called up for service.
City Manager Gould stated that currently only one City employee (Steve Piotter), Police
Department) had been called up from the reserves to active duty; two other Police Department
members could be called, together with one member of the Information Systems Division of
Management Services. Mr. Gould indicated he would inform Councilmembers if and when
employees are called to active duty.
Councilmember Heller moved and Councilmember Phillips seconded, to adopt the Resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 10956 — RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROVIDE
EXTENDED MILITARY LEAVE BENEFITS TO EMPLOYEES
CALLED TO ACTIVE DUTY
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Cohen, Heller, Miller, Phillips and Mayor Boro
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Mayor Boro announced to the public that Agenda Items #22 and #23 would be continued from
tonight's meeting.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: (Mayor Boro took the next item out of order.)
21. PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTIONS OF APPRECIATION TO THE MEMBERS OF THE
FORMER VOLUNTEER PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEE (MS) — FILE 9-2-53 x 102
Mayor Boro announced it was Council's pleasure this evening to award Resolutions of
Appreciation to those who served on the Volunteer Program Advisory Committee. This great
volunteer effort would be continued; however, the Committee had indicated to staff, and Council
agreed, that a formal committee is no longer necessary as the program is off to such a great start.
The recipients of Resolutions of Appreciation this evening had served two to five years on this
committee.
Suzan Berns had been a member of the Volunteer Program Advisory Committee since February,
2000 and as she was unable to be present, Mayor Boro invited Cory Bytof, Volunteer Program
Manager, to present the Resolution to her.
Presenting the Resolution to Beth Grasham, Mayor Boro stated that not only was she a member of
the committee, she is a real volunteer for the City, having done so much over the years. He
indicated that Beth had been on the Volunteer Committee since 1997 and in particular, worked on
community projects such as the Neighborhood Cleanup Days, Annual Daffodil Planting Days and
Falkirk Summer Concerts, and helped to write and coordinate a Community Resource Guide for the
City. On behalf of the City Council and the citizens of San Rafael, Mayor Boro thanked Ms.
Grasham for all her service.
As Vickie Hatos could not be present, Mayor Boro, presenting the Resolution to her daughter, age
9, stated he first heard of her when her mom was helping him campaign, many years ago. He
reported that the Resolution indicated her mom had served as a member of the Volunteer Program
Advisory Committee since 1997 and had worked on a number of issues, including Neighborhood
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Cleanup Days, Summer Concerts and even developed a computer software program to track the
volunteers. Mayor Boro stated that Ms. Hatos had done a lot for the City of San Rafael and while
he regretted she could not be in attendance this evening, he was proud her daughter could be and
requested she thank her mom on behalf of the City Council.
Mayor Boro stated that Michael McGuire was another tireless volunteer for the City and had been
on the Volunteer Program Advisory Committee since October 2000, working on projects similar to
the others, including the Business Beautification Award. Mr. McGuire was founder of the
Neighborhood Cleanup Days and had been the driving force behind the landscaping and
beautification projects in Terra Linda, for which gratitude had previously been expressed. Mayor
Boro thanked Mr. McGuire for his service to the City, stating it was much appreciated.
Mayor Boro reported that Mr. Man Minh Phan's presence is evident everywhere in the Canal
neighborhood. He thanked him for all his service on this committee since October 2000, noting he
had worked on the Cleanup Days, the Canal Beautification Project and had helped translate flyers
and marketing materials into Vietnamese for the City and the Volunteer Program, including the
Community Resource Guide. Man had also been a phenomenal recruiter and motivator of
volunteers, coordinating the Canal neighborhood for various beautification efforts and community
celebrations. Mayor Boro stated the Council was very thankful to Mr. Phan for all he had done for
the City.
Mayor Boro stated that Bernadette Payne had been a member of the Volunteer Advisory Program
Committee since 1997, working on many projects, including Cleanup Days and the Falkirk Summer
Concert, and had been an enthusiastic supporter of the program, contributing thoughtfulness,
creativity, kindness and her very special attention. He thanked Ms. Payne for her great work.
As Jacek Sochan, volunteer since February 2000, could not be present, Mayor Boro indicated Cory
Bytof would present this Resolution also on behalf of the City Council.
20. PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION TO CORY BYTOF, VOLUNTEER
PROGRAM MANAGER, EMPLOYEE OF THE QUARTER FOR THIRD QUARTER ENDING
SEPTEMBER 30, 2001 (MS) — FILE 102 x 235 x 7-4
Mayor Boro stated that in the past he had requested figures on the number of volunteers for the
City and Cory Bytof, together with Vickie Hatos had developed a very impressive computer
program to track these numbers. He reported that Cory had been an employee with the City since
1998 and Volunteer Program Coordinator since 1999. Mayor Boro indicated that in the year 2000,
there were over 822 volunteers in nine departments, contributing 66,557 hours of work, valued at
over $1,000,000, which was a wonderful effort. In addition to working on this program, Mayor Boro
noted that Cory is very active at Falkirk, is a member of the Charitable Giving Committee for the
employees and had personally donated many hours at City events.
Mayor Boro announced that Cory had been elected by his peers as the Employee of the Quarter for
the Third Quarter ending September 30, 2001. He explained that each quarter an Employee of the
Quarter is chosen by means of a review by City employees; Cory's name was submitted, resulting
in him being recognized as Employee of the Quarter and he had received $100, together with a
gold star. Mayor Boro presented Cory with a Resolution of Appreciation, noting he would be
eligible to compete for Employee of the Year, the winner of which receives a $500 award. He
congratulated and thanked Cory for his enthusiasm and great work, exemplified by the volunteers
this evening.
Quoting a famous "Stella", Cory stated he existed on the kindness of strangers and thanked all
those who supported him in the position, including management and staff.
PUBLIC HEARING:
22. Public Hearing — 41 VALENCIA AVENUE - CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION'S ACTION DENYING APPLICATIONS FOR AN ENVIRONMENTAL
AND DESIGN REVIEW PERMIT AND A VARIANCE TO CONSTRUCT A FOUR -UNIT
APARTMENT BUILDING ON A 9,033 -SQUARE -FOOT PARCEL, LOCATED IN THE
MONTECITO NEIGHBORHOOD; APN 014-032-15; MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL (HR 1.8)
DISTRICT; BRIAN MCLERAN, OWNER/APPELLANT; FILE NOS.: ED 99-104 AND V01-05
(CD) — FILE 10-7 x 10-4
Mayor Boro announced that a request had been received from the Appellant for continuation of this
item to the City Council Meeting of November 19, 2001, due to the fact that some of his consultants
were unable to attend this evening.
Mayor Boro opened the public hearing.
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Councilmember Phillips moved and Councilmember Heller seconded, to continue the Public
Hearing to the City Council Meeting of November 19, 2001.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
OLD BUSINESS:
Cohen, Heller, Miller, Phillips and Mayor Boro
None
None
23. SECOND READING AND FINAL ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1772 —AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL ENACTING NEW CHAPTER 2.19,
ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCE PROTECTION, OF THE SAN RAFAEL MUNICIPAL CODE TO
ESTABLISH MEASURES TO IDENTIFY, PROTECT AND PRESERVE ARCHAEOLOGICAL
RESOURCES IN THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL (CD) — FILE 10-6 x 10-2
City Manager Gould suggested this item be continued to the City Council Meeting of December 3,
2001, to afford staff sufficient time to respond to an in-depth letter received from a representative
of the Miwok nation.
Councilmember Cohen moved and Councilmember Miller seconded, to continue Second Reading
and Final Adoption of Ordinance No. 1772 to the City Council Meeting of December 3, 2001.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS
NEW BUSINESS:
Cohen, Heller, Miller, Phillips and Mayor Boro
None
None
24. NAMING OF PEDESTRIAN PLAZA BEING CONSTRUCTED ON COURT STREET, BETWEEN
FOURTH STREET AND FIFTH AVENUE (CM) — FILE 260 x 9-1
Lydia Romero, Assistant to the City Manager, stated the item for discussion was consideration of
the formal naming of the pedestrian plaza currently under construction in downtown San Rafael.
Ms. Romero outlined the following names for Council's consideration:
■ San Rafael Plaza;
■ City Plaza;
■ Rafael Plaza;
■ Rafael Town Plaza;
■ Downtown Plaza, with the descriptor "Celebrating Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow"; and
■ Court Street Plaza, with the descriptor "Our Community Vision for Future Generations".
Ms. Romero indicated that staff requests Council consider one of these names, or suggest an
alternative, to formally name the plaza.
Mayor Boro reported that this afternoon he met with the Redevelopment Agency staff and perused
a copy of the Vision for Downtown, with which Councilmembers were familiar. He indicated that
the plaza was discussed in the Vision on many occasions as a "Gathering Place" for the
community; therefore, he suggested this be kept in mind in considering the name. In advance of
Council deliberations, Mayor Boro invited comment from the audience, and there being none,
reverted the issue to Council.
Councilmember Miller favored "City of San Rafael Plaza" as the most appropriate name, with the
descriptor "Our Community Gathering Place". Mayor Boro inquired if Councilmember Miller would
consider "San Rafael City Plaza" rather than "City of San Rafael Plaza", to which Councilmember
Miller responded affirmatively.
Councilmember Heller believed whatever name was chosen would eventually be shortened and for
this reason, she favored "City Plaza".
Mayor Boro stated that although this had been bantered about, he believed it would be called "City
Plaza"; therefore, it seemed appropriate to use the formal title "San Rafael City Plaza", and the
Vision document speaks endlessly to a gathering place in the downtown.
Noting that the project is beautifully laid out and well designed, Mayor Boro reported that today
when he and Councilmember Miller met with Nancy Mackle, Economic Development Director and
Stephanie Lovette, Senior Economic Development Specialist, the issue of a flagpole was raised.
He indicated it was concluded there is a place for one, or possibly even three flagpoles, and Andy
Preston, Deputy Public Works Director, had advised that the cost overruns have been corralled,
there is a reserve and the cost of flagpoles should be covered from the funds allocated. Mayor
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Boro stated the timing was important, as different phases have begun to be finalized, and once
agreement has been reached on a name, he suggested Council entrust a sub -committee consisting
of himself and Vice -Mayor Miller, to work with staff towards placing at least one flagpole on the site.
Expressing agreement, Councilmember Heller commented on the fact that lights are necessary to
have the flag flying at night; therefore, this expense needs to be factored in. Councilmember Miller
concurred. Mayor Boro indicated there would be trees in this vicinity which would be lit from below
and a tree in this one spot could be removed for the flagpole; therefore, the wiring and lighting
would already be in place.
Councilmember Phillips stated the sub -committee was a good idea and although not fully decided
on the name as yet, his preference for the number of flagpoles, was three, i.e. the American,
California and San Rafael flags. Mayor Boro concurred, provided the space and resources are
available.
Councilmember Cohen's suggestion for naming the plaza was "Downtown Plaza" — "Our
Community Gathering Place".
Councilmember Phillips favored "San Rafael City Plaza", as people might conclude that "Downtown
Plaza" meant exclusively downtown.
Councilmember Heller favored "City Plaza".
Councilmember Miller favored "San Rafael City Plaza".
Councilmember Cohen moved and Councilmember Phillips seconded, to name the pedestrian
plaza "San Rafael City Plaza" — "Our Community Gathering Place".
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Cohen, Miller, Phillips and Mayor Boro
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Heller
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
Council agreed to a sub -committee consisting of Mayor Boro and Vice -Mayor Miller working with
staff on the positioning of one or multiple flagpoles.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT:
25. Re: Police and Fire Departments — File 9-3-11 x 9-3-30 x 9-3-31
City Manager Gould reported that although communications between the Police and Fire
Departments have always been good, in recent weeks a much higher level of coordination,
cooperation and communication has been noted between the Departments and the County of
Marin, in dealing with calls for investigation of suspicious substances or activities in San Rafael.
Mr. Gould stated he was pleased to report that this had occurred without his intervention.
In discussions with both Department Chiefs, Mayor Boro reported similar observations, together
with their own initiative in coordinating with other cities and the County of Marin. With regard to
achieving participation on a more organized basis in neighborhoods in the event of any type of
disaster, Mayor Boro noted there were approximately 300 graduates from the D.A.R.T. program
and 500 graduates from the Citizens Police Academy. He indicated having requested City
Manager Gould to work with the Police and Fire Department Chiefs in an effort to mobilize these
two groups, and in turn, have them work with neighborhood groups to build a formal infrastructure
to react should a disaster of any type strike.
COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS:
26. None.
There being no further business, Mayor Boro adjourned the City Council Meeting at 8:35 p.m.
JEANNE M. LEONCINI, City Clerk
APPROVED THIS DAY OF 12001
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
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