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2009/04/09 Planning Commission MinutesROHNERT PARK PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES THURSDAY, April 9, 2009 The Planning Commission of the City of Rohnert Park met this date in a regular session commencing at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Conference Room, 130 Avram Avenue, with Chairperson Borba presiding. Call To Order Chairperson Borba called the meeting of the regular session to order at approximately 7:00 p.m. with Chairperson Borba leading the pledge. Roll Call Present (5) Commissioners: Chairperson Borba, Vice Chairperson Nordin, Commissioner Armstrong, Commissioner Ahanotu and Commissioner Nilson were present. Community Development Director Ron Bendorff and Recording Clerk, Suzie Azevedo were present. Acknowledgement of Chairperson Borba acknowledged the posting of the Agenda of this meeting in Public Noticing three (3) public places, per the requirements of the Brown Act. Unscheduled None. Public Appearances Approval of Minutes Upon motion by Commissioner Nordin, seconded by Commissioner Armstrong, the minutes of March 26, 2009 were approved as presented by a 5-0 vote. Use Permit Community Development Director, Ron Bendorff, presented the staff report. He stated that the applicant, Driven Raceway, proposes to remodel and occupy File No. PL2009-007UP approximately 35,733 square feet of an approximately 40,800 sq. ft. commercial building (previously occupied by Linens N' Things) to accommodate an indoor Rod Towery/Driven kart racing and family entertainment facility. Mr. Bendorff reviewed the Raceway operational details of the proposed amusement center and responded to Commission questions. Mr. Bendorff recommended that the Planning commission adopt Resolution No. 2009-12, approving the proposed use as conditioned. Chairperson Borba opened the public hearing. Rod Towery and Matt Stearn of Driven Raceway were recognized and responded to Commission questions. Commissioner Ahanotu asked about differences between Scandia and the proposed Driven Raceway operation. Mr. Stearn responded that Driven Raceway provides high end, European style racing that is environmentally conscious. The Driven Raceway operation focuses heavily on corporate events and fundraising activities for large groups. Chairperson Borba closed the public hearing. Planning Commission Minutes April 9. 2009 A motion was made by Commissioner Nordin, seconded by Commissioner Nilson to adopt Resolution No. 2009-12, approving a Conditional Use Permit to allow an amusement center in an existing Regional Commercial tenant space located at 4601 Redwood Drive. The motion passed with a 6-0 vote. Northeast Specific Plan Ron Bendorff gave a brief summary of the project and introduced the proponents Update for the Northeast Specific Plan. Dave Dolter, representative, gave a power point presentation and responded to questions from the Commission. Mr. Dolter File No. PL2008-020SP highlighted land uses, park and open space and provided an overview of the status of the project. Other topics of discussion included: Dave Dolter/Jacobson, • Bike Paths Dolter & Dawson • Flooding issues • Sewer facilities • Public transportation • Water storage tank/irrigation Wilfred/Dowdell Spcific Ron Bendorff presented an overview of the Wilfred/Dowdell Specific Plan and Plan Update provided a timeline and "what's next" summary. Mr. Bendorff responded to Commission questions and indicated that staff would be submitting an annexation File No. 9799 request to LAFCO in the very near future with the city functioning as the representative the Area property owners. The application will also include a City of Rohnert Park request to remove the Area from the jurisdiction of the Rincon Valley Fire protection District and the county Sheriff's office, with the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety to assume those responsibilities. Once the property has been annexed, development area plans may be approved for the individual components of the Project, along with site plan and architectural review applications and any required use permits. Matters from None. Commissioners Matters from Planning Mr. Bendorff reported on the following items: Staff • Next meeting: Southeast Specific Plan Update, Adult Day Care Next Council meeting: Tobacco ordinance, Condominium Conversions (Martin Ave.) Adjournment There being no further business, Chairperson Borba adjourned the meeting at 8:00 pm until Thursday, April 23, 2009.