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MINUTES
April 26, 2018
The Planning Commission of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in a regular session commencing at 6:00
p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 130 Avram Avenue, with Chairperson Adams presiding.
Call To Order
Chairperson Adams called the meeting of the regular session to order at
approximately 6:00 p.m. with Chairperson Adams leading the pledge.
Roll Call
Present: (5) Commissioners: Commissioner Adams, Commissioner Blanquie,
Commissioner Borba and Commissioner Giudice and Commissioner Haydon were
present.
Planning Manager, Jeff Beiswenger, Technical Advisor, Brett Bollinger and
Recording Secretary, Suzie Azevedo were present.
Declaration of
None.
Abstention
Acknowledgement of
Chairperson Adams acknowledged the posting of the Agenda of this meeting in
Public Noticing
three (3) public places, per the requirements of the Brown Act.
Approval of Minutes
ACTION: Moved/seconded (Blanquie/Borba) to approve the minutes of the
January 25, 2018 regular Planning Commission meeting as presented.
Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0 vote: AYES: Adams, Blanquie,
Borba, Giudice, Haydon; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None.
ACTION: Moved/seconded (Giudice/Blanquie) to approve the minutes of the
February 8, 2018 regular Planning Commission meeting as presented.
Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0 vote: AYES: Adams, Blanquie,
Borba, Giudice, Haydon; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None.
Unscheduled Public
None.
Appearances
Conditional Use Permit
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION 2018-28, APPROVING A CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR A WIRELESS ANTENNA STRUCTURE AND AN
File No. PLUP18-0002
ENCLOSURE FOR SUPPORTING ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT LOCATED AT
5210 COMMERCE BOULEVARD (APN-021-014)
Matthew Moore for GTE
Mobilnet of California LP
Technical Advisor, Brett Bollinger noted that there was a last minute discussion
Verizon Wireless
with the applicant with regard to several of the conditions of approval. He stated
that at this time staff is requesting that the item be continued to the May 10, 2018
Planning Commission meeting to allow sufficient time to further discuss and
resolve the issues with the conditions of approval.
Planning Commission Minutes
Site Plan and
Architectural Review
File No. PLSR18-0001
Zorah Mariano/Stantec
Architecture
Development Area Plan
Amendments
File No. PLS17-0005
Stephen K.
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ACTION: Moved/seconded (Haydon/Giudice) to continue the item to a date
certain of May 10, 2018 pending resolve with applicant on conditions of approval.
Motion carried by the following 5-0 vote: AYES: Adams, Blanquie, Borba,
Giudice, Haydon; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None.
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION 20113-29, APPROVING SITE PLAN AND
ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW FOR THE EXTERIOR REMODEL OF
MCDONALD'S RESTAURANT LOCATED AT 6600 COMMERCE BOULEVARD
Brett Bollinger presented the staff report. Mr. Bollinger provided a summary of the
proposal and background information as follows:
• Remodel Exterior: New signage, new architectural elements, enhanced
landscaping
• No changes to: Building footprint, parking area, loading area
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S): Receive staff report, consider all testimony and
adopt Resolution 2018-29, approving a Conditional Use Permit for the exterior
remodel of McDonald's restaurant located at 6600 Commerce Boulevard.
Gary Samling, Stantec Architecture, was recognized and spoke briefly to the
Commission.
Discussion points between the Commission, staff and the applicant included:
• Removal of existing flags that are currently illegal;
• McDonald's brand featuring a more modern look; desire for additional
"greenery" on the trellis element and landscaping treatments;
• Concerns regarding color palette and landscaping;
• Operations with regard to quicker drive thru turnaround
ACTION: The item was tabled to a future meeting to allow the applicant time to
submit alternate and lighter color samples; revised landscape plan to include
native grasses and rock treatments; addition of trellis element, addition of
landscape treatments to the drive thru side wall.
CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION 2018-30, RECOMMENDING TO THE GI1
COUNCIL THE APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE VAST OAK EAST
DEVELOPMENT AREA PLAN II: SYCAMORE NEIGHBORHOOD AT
UNIVERSITY DISTRICT
Brett Bollinger provided the staff report. Mr. Bollinger noted the following:
Building Footprint Changes
• 1 s' & 2nd Floor Plan Changes
Minor Front Elevation Changes
Housing Type Total Changes
No Changes to:
0 Neighborhood Circulation
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April 26, 2018
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RECOMMENDED ACTION(S): Receive staff report, open the public hearing,
consider all testimony and adopt Resolution 2018-30, recommending the approval
of an amendment to the Vast Oak East Development Area Plan II: Sycamore
Neighborhood at University District.
Stephen Miller, Signature Homes, was recognized and addressed the
Commission. He stated that the amendments adhere to the "age in place"
concept and at the same time enhance the livability of the community.
A brief discussion was held. The consensus of the Commission was favorable
with regard to the changes proposed.
Chairperson Adams opened the public hearing. There being no further comment,
Chairperson Adams closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Moved/seconded (Giudice/Haydon) to adopt Resolution 2018-30,
recommending the approval of an amendment to the Vast Oak East Development
Area Plan II: Sycamore Neighborhood at University District to include language
stating 'operational solar panels shall be installed on all model homes to prior to
final inspection to showcase the technology to perspective homebuyers".
Motion carried by the following unanimous 5-0 vote: AYES: Adams, Blanquie,
Borba, Giudice, Haydon; NOES: None; ABSTAIN: None; ABSENT: None
Matters from Planning
Commissioner Borba made comment to the grand opening of the Vast Oak Park.
Commissioners
Commissioner Giudice stated that he attended the funeral of Maurice Fredericks.
Matters from Planning
Mr. Beiswenger noted that staff is moving forward with the General Plan Update
Staff
and noted upcoming activities and meetings related to the update.
Adjournment
There being no further business, Chairperson Adams adjourned the meeting at
7:10 pm.
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