2013/06/13 Planning Commission MinutesA&N
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MINUTES
Thursday, June 13, 2013
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: (3) Commissioners: Chairperson Adams, Commissioner Giudice and
Commissioner Haydon were present. Commissioner Borba and Commissioner
Armstrong were excused.
Development Services Manager, Marilyn Ponton, Technical Advisor, Norm
Weisbrod and Secretary Sonia Espino 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
A motion was made by Commissioner Haydon, seconded by Commissioner
Guidice to approve the May 23, 2013 minutes as presented. The motion passed
with a 3-0 vote.
Unscheduled Public
Kim Gutzman, 6301 Commerce Blvd spoke briefly to Commission about the
Appearances
upgrade to the shopping center with Panera Bread & Bakery coming in.
Site Plan & Architectural
Planning Technical Advisor, Norm Weisbrod presented the staff report. Mr.
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Weisbrod stated that the applicant proposes a 2,250 square foot addition to the
existing building. The addition will be added to the rear of the building between
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the rear of the building and the driveway extending along the westerly property
line. The addition will include landscaping and maintenance of the dirt area
between Chuck E Cheese's and Food Maxx. He went on to state that the
Deborah Shannon/CEC
shopping center has a surplus of 20 parking spaces, and has more than adequate
Entertainment Inc,
parking. Furthermore, the signs on the front of the building will consist of the
name "Chuck E Cheese's" and the logo consisting of a smiling mouse head. The
applicant will also submit an application for a sign program for the center including
a new monument sign with Chuck E Cheese's identified on the sign.
Mr. Weisbrod recommended approval.
Chairperson Adams opened the public hearing.
The applicant, Deborah Shannon, CEC Entertainment Inc was recognized. Ms.
Shannon spoke briefly about the project and a discussion was held between the
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Commission, staff and the applicant regarding the proposals.
Chairperson Adams closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Chairperson Adams and seconded by Commissioner
Guidice to adopt Resolution No. 2013-19. The motion passed with a 3-0 vote.
Conditional Use Permit
Marilyn Ponton presented the staff report. Mary's Pizza Shack is proposing live
for Live Entertainment
music for (7) dates in 2013. The music would take place in the patio dining area,
and it would start at 5:30pm and end by 8:30pm. The music will be jazz with two
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or three musicians using moderate amplification. The music would cater to
adult/family clientele and there will be no cover charge. Mrs. Ponton
Cullen
recommended approval.
Williamson/Mary's Pizza
Shack
Chairperson Adams opened the public hearing.
Discussion took place between Commissioners and staff regarding sound to
nearby neighborhoods. It was concluded that the applicant's intent was to create
an ambiance for its customers and that the amplified music would not impact
nearby neighborhoods.
A motion was made by Commissioner Haydon, seconded by Commissioner
Guidice to adopt Resolution No. 2013-18. The motion passed with a 3-0 vote.
Conditional Use/Site
Planning Technical Advisor, Norm Weisbrod presented the staff report. He stated
Plan & Architectural
that the proposal is to demolish a 10,200 square foot commercial building located
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at the north end of the shopping center and replace it with a Panera Bread Bakery
Restaurant
with a drive thru window. The restaurant would be open Monday through Saturday
6am to Spm, and Sunday 7am to 8pm. Panera serves a wide variety of food
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consisting of sandwiches, salads, soups, and other food items including daily
baked bread. Mr. Weisbrod recommended approval of restaurant.
Moni Dosanjh/Panera
Bread & Bakery
Chairperson Adams opened public hearing.
Discussion took place between Commissioners, staff and the owner of the Valero
Station regarding traffic and landscaping concerns with proposed project. It was
concluded that the traffic would not be an issue and that the trees that the Valero
owner was concerned about would not be cut down. Panera Bread
representatives requested the use of vinyl awnings. The Commissioners
recommended metal awnings as the recent approved Chuck E Cheese's and
Applebee's. Panera Bread agreed upon the metal awnings.
Chairperson Adams closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Commissioner Adams, seconded by Commissioner
Haydon to adopt Resolution No. 2013-20, as conditioned. The motion passed
with a 3-0 vote.
Items from the Planning
Commissioner Haydon is now an employee for the Sonoma Water Agency
Commission
Matters from Planning
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Next meeting will be June 27, 2013 to discuss the University District. In addition,
Staff
there will be a public scoping meeting on June 20, 2013 to review. the
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Environmental Impact Report for the Northwest Specific Plan Area.
Adjournment There being no further business, Chairperson Adams adjourned the meeting at
7:00 p.m.
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