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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPCDC Minutes 01/10/1977PETALUIik COMMUNITY'DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Minutes_of Meeting Monday, January 10, 1977 - 4:00 p.m. JAN. 2 8 1977 REGULAR MEETING The Regular Meeting of the Petaluma Community Development Commission was called to order by Chairman Helen Putnam at the hour of 4:00 -p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Commissioners Brunner, Cavanagh*, Hilligoss, Mattei, Perry, and Chairman Putnam Absent: Commissioner Harberson (Chairman Putnam advised Mr. Harberson had contacted her indicating he would be unable to attend the meeting.) *Commissioner Cavanagh arrived at 4:05 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 13, 1976, were approved as mailed. REPORT AND DISCUSSION: Report prepared by Project Manager Janie Warman dated January 6, OFF-STREETPARKING, 1977, entitled "Parking Alternatives and Cost Estimates for REVITALIZATION AREA Downtown Revitalization Area" submitted and filed. Keller.Street Parking Lot Expansion. Ms. Warman explained if the lot is expanded by purchasing the gasoline service station, an additional 21 spaces could be provided in the lot. The cost, including land acquisition and improvement, demolition fees, con- struction and engineering fees would range from $120,802 to $134,802, or a cost per space of from $5,752 to $6,419. Expansion by 21 spaces would provide 78 spaces in this lot. City -Engineer David Young advised double -decking the lot is an option which could be considered. The cost per space on the second or third deck would be reduced as land acquisition would not be necessary. Mr. Young also indicated the Faustman report prepared for the City some time ago considered this lot to be the prime location for parking in.the downtown area. At the time the report was presented to the City Council, the estimated cost was $500,000. Mr. Young felt this figure could be multiplied by 2-1/3 times to meet a more realistic construction cost at this time. Mr. Youngadvised in order to reach a cost figure for construction of a double -or triple -decked parking facility, an expert in the field should be consulted. A Street Parking Lot Expansion. Expansion of the A Street Lot could create 46 additional spaces as depicted on the drawing shown on the overhead projection unit. The total spaces would ultimately be 1.11. Of these, 16 would be reserved for the sole use of the School District. The appraisal estimates given by Wheeler Associates Realtors for land acquisition is $60,000. This cost, added to the cost for demolition, construction, engineering and contingency fees,brings the total to $209,216, or a cost per space of $4,548. Ms. Warman explained there could be pedestrian access to the Library, and to Western Avenue via the Northern California Savings property. The cost included these amenities which would be brick walkways. The City Engineer stated, however, if the walkways were included some parkin spaces would be lost and the total would not be 111 spaces. There would still be access to Fourth Street and to Fifth Street from the parking area, as the main driveway would be designed for two-way traffic, even though A Street would be abandoned. Ms. Warman explained the figures presented to the Commission on the costs were estimated costs,as.actual-appraisals.for the properties to be: acquired would require the expenditure of additional funds. Discussion was held on the occupancy rate of the A Street Lot. Ms. Warman advised a survey taken some time in May indicated over 60 percent occupancy. There are 20 spaces rentedon a monthly basis. Commissioners expressed concern over comparing a non meter-ed.lot with one on which parking meters are installed. suggestion was made to replace the meters on the A Street Lot, then to determine the%ccupancy rate. Some discussion was held on the "pro -active" and "re -active" approach to providing parking. Ms. Warman stated in order to attract major tenants for some of the larger buildings, it may be necessary to use the "pro -active" approach by providing parking REPORT AND DISCUSSION: to entice the larger businesses to the area. If buildings OFF-STREET PARKING, such as the one formerly used by Penney's are to be used for REVITALIZATION AREA- more specialty shops or offices, then it may be possible more (CONT'D) should endeavor parking would not be needed. Economic studies, however, indi- cate the core area does not need this type of business but to attract one major store in the business district. Petaluma Boulevard North,. Ms. Warman pointed out the three possibilities for pro- viding,parking on Petaluma Boulevard North. These were depicted on a drawing giver_ to members of the Commission. "A" would provide 45 spaces on the western side of the B.o-ulevard and because of the high cost of the land, would be the most expensive per space - $12,887-. The properties involved include the buildings presently occupied by Keig's, Medico Drug, the vacant lot next to the Golden Concourse, and the building formerly occupied by Penney's. "B" would include buildings occupied by Petaluma Realty, Ambrosia Cafe, Alta's Books/Antiques, Surplus, Travel Agency, Petaluma Vacuum Center and Sears' Catalog Store. The cost per space to provide 50 new spaces is estimated at $9,140. "C" includes two parcels owned by the City of Petaluma (one actually is a part of the Washington Street widening), Guy's Furniture, Beasley's Restaurant, Flash Records,'Earth Mart, Gil's Lock & Key, Herby's Hot Dog and the Canton Restaurant. This section would provide 45 additional spaces at a cost of $10,107 per space. Commissioner.Mattei pointed out if the property owners involved were not willing to sell, then there was no point in pursuing the matter. It was suggested that all of the property owners be contacted to determine if they would consider selling. Commissioner Brunner advised the properties owned by Mr. Chester Beasley are presently on the market, but questioned whether or not the displaced businesses would have to be relocated -by the Commission. City Attorney Matthew Hudson stated, in his opinion, provisions would have to be made for relocation. Commissioner Brunner indicated the relocation could conceivably cost more than the land acquisition. Deputy Director Frank Gray -advised there were several property owners on Petaluma Boulevard who had approached the Commission indicating they were willing to sell their properties. The land to expand the_A Street Lou is also available for sale, and the service station at the end of the Keller Street Parking Lou is presently vacant. Commissioner Hilligoss also advised the Margolis property, located north of Washington Street on the eastern side of Petaluma Boulevard is for sale and may prove to be less expensive than trying to put public parking to the south on Petaluma.Boulevard. Mr. .Meyer pointed out the Faustman report indicated if Customer parking was made available north of Washington Street, it would not be used. This space may be a suitable location for employee parking, however, the Commission is not concerned with providing this type of parking in the high value area. Executive Director then asked the Commission what projects the staff should be working on to bring back for further discussion. Suggestions included exploring the possibility of expanding the Keller Street and A Street ots, including the double decking of Keller Street; a breakdown on the occupant rate of the A Street Lot as presently constructed; the cost of placing meters on any proposed lots; the possibility of having lots with an hourly charge and validated parking. In addition, it was questioned whether there would be a sufficient increase in merchandizing to support the proposed lots and tenant parking. Before concluding the discussion, Chairman Putnam called on Mr. Jeffrey Harriman, one of the principals involved in the restoration of the McNear Buildings. Mr. Harriman stated.it was his understanding the Commission was interested in getting new merchants into the area. If the Commission took the "pro -active" measure to provide parking as part of the. commitment on providing public improvements, he felt they could obtain quality tenants for the two McNear Buildings. Commissioner Hilligoss.stated she felt the Commission was formed to make sure some of thepublic improvements were done. She was under the impression the Commission pledged to do the public improvements in order to encourage,private enterprise to rehabilitate and build in the Project Area. LETTER, EDJAR HANSEN .. A letter dated December 15, 1976, addressed to the Petaluma SUPPORTING. OFF-STREET Community Development Commission from Edjar K. Hansen of PARKING Hansen Realtors was read by the Recording Secretary and ordered filed. -2- LETTER., EDJAR HANSEN SUPPORTING OFF-STREET PARKING (CONT'D) Mr. Hansen's letter supported the creation of additional off- street parking within the Central Business District. Mr. Jack Beasley spoke briefly to the Commission. He stated that.although his property was presently listed for sale, if off-street parking..would.be provided in the area where the Penney's building is located, he would reconsider and rehabilitate and redevelop his property. Mr. Wallace..Lourdeaux also spoke to the Commission and stated it was his feeling the downtown location needed three,or four large parking areas dispersed throughout the area.rather than one large lot. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 5:20 p.m. Attest: cording ecretary -3- Chairman