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November 5, 2007
Vol. 43, Page 171
a��LU City of Petaluma, California
MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL/
PETALUMA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
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City Council/PCDC Minutes
Monday, November 5, 2007
Regular Meeting
NOVEMBER 5, 2007
AFTERNOON SESSION
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A. Roll Call
Present: Teresa Barrett, Samantha Freitas, Karen Nau,
Mike O'Brien, David Rabbitt, Pamela Torliatt
Absent: Mike Harris
Pledge of Allegiance
Linda Frates, Petaluma
C. Moment of Silence
PUBLIC COMMENT
Linda Frates, Petaluma, spoke regarding the Southgate Development, which she says is
not being built to the specifications approved for the project.
George Weiner, Petaluma, spoke regarding his eminent domain case with the City, which
he said is not settled.
Eileen Morris, Petaluma, Sonoma County Living Wage Coalition, regarding Item 8A on
tonight's agenda (Criteria for Prioritizing Development Proposals), told Council that the
Living Wage Coalition had submitted comments during the General Plan process that if
adopted, would have added a Community Impact Reporting process to the General
Plan. They were dissuaded from pushing for that language because of fear that it might
further delay the adoption of the General Plan. They were advised that a stand-alone
ordinance could be just as effective. Community interest is very high. Several Council
Members had promised to have a study session regarding Community Impact Reports
and consider the draft ordinance that was submitted this fall in advance of the General
Plan being adopted. The Living Wage Coalition is counting on Council to do that, and
also to prioritize projects, if that takes place, in such a way that they are not precluded
from complying with any Community Impact Report ordinance that may be adopted.
City Attorney Danly
Mayor Torliatt
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COUNCIL COMMENT
Council Member O'Brien
Mayor Torliatt
Council Member Rabbitt
Mayor Torliatt
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
None.
November 5, 2007
AGENDA CHANGES AND DELETIONS - Changes to current agenda only
City Clerk Cooper
Mayor Torliatt
I APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Approval of Minutes of Regular City Council/PCDC Meeting of Monday,
October 15, 2007.
B. Approval of Minutes of Special City Councill/PCDC Meeting of Saturday,
October 27, 2007.
Motion: Approve A. Minutes of Regular City Council/PCDC Meeting of Monday,
October 15, 2007, as presented.
Moved by Mike O'Brien, seconded by Teresa Barrett.
Vote: Motion carried 5-0.
Yes:
Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt
No:
None
Abstain:
Pamela Torliatt
Absent:
Mike Harris
Motion: Approve B. Approval of Minutes of Special City Council/PCDC Meeting of
Saturday, October 27, 2007, as presented.
Moved by Mike O'Brien, seconded by Teresa Barrett.
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
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Absent: Mike Harris
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED AGENDA
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A. Approval of Proposed Agenda for Special City Council/PCDC Meeting of
Monday, November 12, 2007.
Motion: Approve A. Proposed Agenda for Special City Council/PCDC
Meeting of Monday, November 12, 2007, as presented.
Moved by Samantha Freitas, seconded by David Rabbitt.
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
B. Approval of Proposed Agenda for Regular City Council/PCDC Meeting of
Monday, November 19, 2007.
Mayor Torliatt
Council Member Barrett
Mayor Torliatt
Council Member Barrett
Mayor Torliatt
Motion: Approve B. Proposed Agenda for Regular City Council/PCDC
Meeting of Monday, November 19, 2007, as presented.
Moved by Teresa Barrett, seconded by David Rabbitt.
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Resolution 2007-182 N.C.S. Accepting Claims and Bills for September 2007.
(Carmichael)
Vol. 43, Page 174 November 5, 2007
B. Resolution 2007-183 N.C.S. Approving Amendment to Contract for
Ambulance Service Billing. (Albertson)
C. Resolution 2007-184 N.C.S. Authorizing the City Manager to Expand
Sonic.Net Wi-Fi Pilot Project and Execute First Amendment to the Non -
Exclusive Installation and Licensing Agreement between Sonic.Net and
the City of Petaluma. (Carmichael/Williamsen)
D. Resolution 2007-185 N.C.S. Authorizing the Acquisition of a New Pavement
Profiler, an Asphalt Paver, and an Asphalt Roller from Nixon -Egli Equipment
Company, Tracy, California, in the Amount of $300,860.41 and to Enter Into
an Equipment Lease Agreement with FMLC First Municipal Leasing
Corporation, Golden, Colorado, in the Amount of $322,365.48 to Finance
Purchase of the Equipment. (Carmichael)
E. Adoption (Second Reading) of Ordinances 2286 N.C.S. - 2290
N.C.S. Amending Ordinances Nos. 2246-2247 and 2261-2265 N.C.S., To
Change Certain Appropriations for the Operation of the City of Petaluma
from July 1, 2006 through June 30, 2007. (Carmichael)
Resolution 2007-186 N.C.S. Amending the Classification and
Compensation Plan by Establishing the New Classification, Pay Range,
and Unit Assignment of Human Resources Analyst I, Human Resources
Analyst 11 and Human Resources Analyst 111 and Abolishing the
Classification of Human Resources Analyst. (Carmichael/Robbins)
G. PCDC Resolution 2007-17 Determining the Necessity of Expending Funds
for the Planning and Administration of Projects and Programs which
Facilitate the Production, Improvement, or Preservation of Low and
Moderate Income Housing for 2007-2008. (Gaebler)
H. Resolution 2007-188 N.C.S. Approving Petaluma Municipal Airport
Sponsored Open House Event on November 10, 2007.
(Marengo/Patterson) - Removed for discussion.
Resolution 2007-187 N.C.S. Accepting Completion of the FEMA Street
Pavement Replacement 2007. (Marengo/Lackie)
Council Member O'Brien asked to remove Consent Calendar Item 3H for
discussion.
Motion: Approve Consent Calendar Items 3A, 3B, 3C, 3D, 3E, 3F, 3G, and 31.
Moved by Teresa Barrett, seconded by Samantha Freitas.
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
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Council Member O'Brien
John Siragusa, Transportation Manager, Public Works Department
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Motion: Approve H. Resolution 2007-188 N.C.S. Approving Petaluma Municipal
Airport Sponsored Open House Event on November 10, 2007.
Moved by Teresa Barrett, seconded by Karen Nau.
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Verbal Update for Progress on Construction of the Ellis Creek Water
Recycling Facility Through September 2007.
Water Resources and Conservation Engineering Manager Margaret Orr
Mayor Torliatt
Council Member Rabbitt
Ms. Orr
Council Member Rabbitt
B. PCDC Resolution 2007-18 Approving the Project Budget, Authorizing
Award of Contract for the 'D' Street Bridge Rehabilitation Project No.
C201204, Authorizing the Use of $1,040,000 in Petaluma Community
Development Tax Increment Funds for Said Project and Making Findings
Required by Health & Safety Code Section 33445. (Marengo/Zimmer)
C. Resolution 2007-189 N.C.S. Consenting to the Use of $1,040,000 in
Petaluma Community Development Tax Increment Funds for the `D' Street
Bridge Rehabilitation Project No. C201204, and Making Findings Required
by Health & Safety Code Section 33445. (Marengo/Zimmer)
Larry Zimmer, Capital Improvements Division Manager, Public Works Department
Mayor Torliatt
Mr. Zimmer
Mayor Torliatt
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Mayor Torliatt
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Motion: Approve B. PCDC Resolution 2007-18 Approving the Project Budget,
Authorizing Award of Contract for the `D' Street Bridge Rehabilitation Project No.
C201204, Authorizing the Use of $1,040,000 in Petaluma Community Development
Tax Increment Funds for Said Project and Making Findings Required by Health &
Safety Code Section 33445; and C. Resolution 2007-189 N.C.S. Consenting to the
Use of $1,040,000 in Petaluma Community Development Tax Increment Funds for
the `D' Street Bridge Rehabilitation Project No. C201204, and Making Findings
Required by Health & Safety Code Section 33445.
Moved by Karen Nau, seconded by Teresa Barrett.
Council Member Freitas
Mayor Torliatt
City Manager Bierman
Council Member Rabbitt
Bill Barrend, Chief Estimator, Valentine Corporation
Mayor Torliatt
Mr. Barrend
Mayor Torliatt
Mr. Barrend
Council Member O'Brien
Council Member Freitas
Mr. Barrend
Council Member Freitas
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Resolution 2007-190 N.C.S. Consenting to Use of $1.46 Million of Petaluma
Community Development Commission Tax Increment Funds for
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Construction of Fire Station 1 within the Central Business District
Redevelopment Project Area and Making Findings Required by California
Health & Safety Code §§ 33445 and 33679. (Bierman/Carmichael)
B. PCDC Resolution 2007-19 Authorizing the Use of $1.46 Million of Petaluma
Community Development Commission Tax Increment Funds for
Construction of Fire Station 1 within the Central Business District
Redevelopment Project Area and Making Findings Required by California
Health & Safety Code §§ 33445 and 33679. (Bierman/Carmichael)
Administrative Services Director Steven Carmichael
Council Member Barrett
Director Carmichael
Council Member Barrett
Director Carmichael
Council Member O'Brien
Mayor Torliatt
City Attorney Danly
Public Comment
Tiffany Ren6e, Petaluma, thought this was an opportunity for the City to have this
be a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) -certified building,
and aid the City's ability to track their green house gas emissions reductions.
Mayor Torliatt
City Attorney Danly
Mayor Torliatt
Motion: Approve A. Resolution 2007-190 N.C.S. Consenting to Use of $1.46 Million
of Petaluma Community Development Commission Tax Increment Funds for
Construction of Fire Station 1 within the Central Business District Redevelopment
Project Area and Making Findings Required by California Health & Safety Code
§§ 33445 and 33679; and B. PCDC Resolution 2007-19 Authorizing the Use of $1.46
Million of Petaluma Community Development Commission Tax Increment Funds
for Construction of Fire Station I within the Central Business District
Redevelopment Project Area and Making Findings Required by California Health
& Safety Code §§ 33445 and 33679; both resolutions amended to remove
language regarding the anticipated sale of the current Fire Station Headquarters
building to a private developer.
Moved by Mike O'Brien, seconded by Teresa Barrett.
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Council Member O'Brien
Council Member Barrett
Mayor Torliatt
Fire Chief Chris Albertson
Mayor Torliatt
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
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Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
NEW BUSINESS
A. Resolution 2007-191 N.C.S. Amending the 2007-2008 Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan to Allocate Additional
2007-08 Revenue. (Gaebler)
Housing Administrator Bonne Gaebler
Motion: Approve A. Resolution 2007-191 N.C.S. Amending the 2007-2008
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan to Allocate
Additional 2007-08 Revenue.
Moved by Teresa Barrett, seconded by Samantha Freitas.
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
B. Resolution 2007-192A N.C.S. (Petaluma Boulevard/Lakeville to Washington
Street Improvement Project C200304 - PCD) and Resolution 2007-192B
N.C.S. (Balance of Projects) Consenting to the Use of $7.885 Million of
Petaluma Community Development Commission Tax Increment Funds for
Public Improvements within the Central Business District and Petaluma
Community Development Redevelopment Project Areas and Making
Findings Required by California Health & Safety Code §33445.
(Bierman/Carmichael)
C. PCDC Resolution 2007-20A (Petaluma Boulevard/Lakeville to Washington
Street Improvement Project C200304 - PCD) and PCDC Resolution 2007-
20B (Balance of Projects) Consenting to the Use of $7.885 Million of
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Petaluma Community Development Commission Tax Increment Funds for
Public Improvements within the Central Business District and Petaluma
Community Development Redevelopment Project Areas and Making
Findings Required by California Health & Safety Code §33445.
(Bierman/Carmichael)
Administrative Services Director Steven Carmichael
Council Member Freitas
Director Carmichael
Council Member Freitas
Director Carmichael
Council Member O'Brien
Mayor Torliatt
Director Carmichael
Mayor Torliatt
Motion: Approve B. Resolution 2007-192A N.C.S. (Petaluma Boulevard/Lakeville to
Washington Street Improvement Project C200304 - PCD) ; and C. PCDC Resolution
2007-20A (Petaluma Boulevard/Lakeville to Washington Street Improvement
Project C200304 - PCD) Consenting to the Use of $7.885 Million of Petaluma
Community Development Commission Tax Increment Funds for Public
Improvements within the Central Business District and Petaluma Community
Development Redevelopment Project Areas and Making Findings Required by
California Health & Safety Code §33445.
Moved by Teresa Barrett, seconded by Karen Nau.
Vote: Motion carried 5-1.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: Mike O'Brien
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
Motion: Approve Resolution 2007-192B N.C.S. (Balance of Projects); and PCDC
Resolution 2007-20B (Balance of Projects) Consenting to the Use of $7.885 Million
of Petaluma Community Development Commission Tax Increment Funds for
Public Improvements within the Central Business District and Petaluma
Community Development Redevelopment Project Areas and Making Findings
Required by California Health & Safety Code §33445.
Moved by Teresa Barrett, seconded by Karen Nau.
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Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
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Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
None.
ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION - 4:32 p.m.
• CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS: Government Code §54957.6. Agency Negotiators:
Michael Bierman/Geoffrey Rothman/Pamala Robbins/Michael Ban. Employee Organization:
AFSCME.
• PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT: Pursuant to California Government Code
§54957. Title: City Manager. /1
• CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION; SigRif', rpt o re to ritic`g,"ati
pursuant t emm-ont Cede §54956.9: 1 peteRt•GlGese. - This
item was not heard. v
• CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION: Pursuant to California Government
Code §54956.9(a): City of Petaluma v. J.R. Zukin Corporation, Case No. 237184.
NOVEMBER 5, 2007
EVENING SESSION
CALL TO ORDER - EVENING SESSION - 7:00 P.M.
r_limlmlg-:n, I.L46K
Present: Teresa Barrett, Samantha Freitas, Karen Nau,
Mike O'Brien, David Rabbitt, Pamela Torliatt
Absent: Mike Harris
B. Pledge of Allegiance
Sue Lackie, BG and Projects Manager, Public Works Department
C. Moment of Silence
Mayor Torliatt announced that the meeting would be adjourned in memory of
Donald Eugene Marquardt, Theresa L. Davison, and Debra Allen.
PRESENTATIONS
• Presentation of Grant Check from Petaluma Health Care District for Defibrillator for
Ambulance.
Fire Chief Chris Albertson
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Stanton Lawson, President, Board of Trustees, Community Health Foundation
Chief Albertson
Mayor Torliatt
• Presentation by Staff Regarding East Washington Interchange and Narrows Project
Soundwall Installation
Director of Public Works Vince Marengo
Mayor Torliatt
Director Marengo
Mayor Torliatt
Director Marengo
Mayor Torliatt
Public Comment
Diane Reilly Torres, Petaluma, thought this was a "big scare tactic" and said it would
be easy to ask Caltrans to extend the public comment period.
Mayor Torliatt
Director Marengo
Council Member Barrett
Director Marengo
Mayor Torliatt
Director Marengo
Council Member Rabbitt
Mayor Torliatt
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION - ACTIONS TAKEN
City Attorney Danly announced that the City Council had authorized settlement of the
City's eminent domain case with J.R. Zukin Corporation.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
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Ben Boyce, Petaluma, Sonoma County Living Wage Coalition, encouraged Council to
hold a study session on the proposed Community Impact Report ordinance, and explain
the purpose of CIRs.
Bonnie Allen, Petaluma, invited all present to "do a small thing to change the world" by
changing their light bulbs. She explained that the Sierra Club received a grant of 1/2
million compact fluorescent bulbs from PG&E and she brought 100 to distribute.
She would like Petaluma to be the first City to have a compact bulb in every home.
Dave Libchitz, Petaluma, spoke about the Old Silk Mill project, and said the entire truth
about that project was never revealed to investors and the City.
Marcelle Guy, Petaluma, resident of Sandalwood Estates Mobile Home Park, said she
came to Council in May and was told the City Attorney would call her, and no one
did. She feels that the owners of Sandalwood Estates are using abusive tactics with the
residents.
Mayor Torliatt
Heather Piehott, Petaluma, spoke regarding the Code Enforcement Neighborhood
Outreach Program, said it was done with a heavy hand, said what the articles are saying
the program is doing is not what it's doing. Neighbors are intimidated, afraid to come
with her tonight.
Mayor Torliatt
Dick Sharke, Petaluma, told Council he needed their help. On Saturday evening at the
Community Center, a celebration was held for the United Anglers Association. He later
learned that the United Anglers was charged $3,900 to use the Center. He said he agrees
that something should be paid - but not that much.
Diane Reilly Torres, Petaluma, said she had just submitted a Public Records Request to the
City Attorney for communications during the last 60 days regarding Rainier and the East
Washington Interchange Project from Public Works Director Vince Marengo.
Mayor Torliatt
Melissa Abercrombie, Petaluma, thanked those who attending the Community Forum on
Community Impact Reports, and spoke of the benefits of CIRs.
Connie Madden, Petaluma, spoke in support of Community Impact Reports as an
"essential tool."
Wayne Morgenthaler, Petaluma, representing PIBA (Petaluma Independent Business
Alliance), spoke regarding the General Plan and projects the City will be considering in
the near future. He recommended Council develop tools to understand the impact of
development, include Community Impact Reports, before prioritizing projects.
Ryan Miller, Petaluma, spoke regarding the Code Enforcement Neighborhood Outreach,
and said he received notice regarding violations he does not have, and was tagged for
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sheds that couldn't possibly be seen from the street. Letters he received had conflicting
information.
Mayor Torliatt
COUNCIL COMMENT
Vice Mayor Nau
Council Member Rabbitt
Council Member O'Brien
Mayor Torliatt
CITY MANAGER COMMENT
City Manager Bierman
Mayor Torliatt
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Introduction (First Reading) of Ordinance 2291 N.C.S. of the City of
Petaluma Adopting the 2007 California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9,
California Code of Regulations) and Amendments Thereto Based on Local
Climatic, Geological and Topographic Conditions, Prescribing Regulations
Governing Conditions Hazardous to Life and Property from Fire or
Explosion, Providing for the Issuance of Permits for Hazardous Uses or
Operations. (Ginn/Kendall)
B. Introduction (First Reading) of Ordinance 2292 N.C.S. of the City of
Petaluma Adopting the 2007 Edition of the California Building Standards
Code, California Code of Regulations Title 24 parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 & 12
and Amendments Thereto Based on Local Climatic, Geological and
Topographic Conditions. (Moore/Kendall)
C. Resolution 2007-193 N.C.S. Establishing a Schedule of Fees and Charges
for Building Permits and Other Building Division Services. (Moore/Kendall)
Fire Marshal Mike Ginn
Cliff Kendall, Chief Building Official, Community Development Department
Mayor Torliatt
Mayor Torliatt opened the Public Hearinq for Item 7A (Fire Code).
There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Torliatt closed the Public Hearinq for
Item 7A (Fire Code).
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Motion: Approve A. Introduction (First Reading) of Ordinance 2291 N.C.S. of the
City of Petaluma Adopting the 2007 California Fire Code (Title 24, Part 9, California
Code of Regulations) and Amendments Thereto Based on Local Climatic,
Geological and Topographic Conditions, Prescribing Regulations Governing
Conditions Hazardous to Life and Property from Fire or Explosion, Providing for the
Issuance of Permits for Hazardous Uses or Operations.
Moved by Teresa Barrett, seconded by David Rabbitt.
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
Mayor Torliatt opened the Public Hearinq for Item 7B (Building Code).
There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Torliatt closed the Public Hearinq on
Item 7B (Building Code).
Motion: Approve B. Introduction (First Reading) of Introduction (First Reading) of
Ordinance 2292 N.C.S. of the City of Petaluma Adopting the 2007 Edition of the
California Building Standards Code, California Code of Regulations Title 24 parts 1,
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 & 12 and Amendments Thereto Based on Local Climatic,
Geological and Topographic Conditions.
Moved by Teresa Barrett, seconded by David Rabbitt.
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
Mayor Torliatt opened the Public Hearina for Item 7C (Building Permit and Related
Fees).
There being no one wishing to speak, Mayor Torliatt closed the Public Hearinq for
Item 7C (Building Permit and Related Fees).
Motion: Approve C. Resolution 2007-193 N.C.S. Establishing a Schedule of Fees
and Charges for Building Permits and Other Building Division Services.
Moved by Teresa Barrett, seconded by David Rabbitt.
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
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No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
D. Introduction (First Reading) of Ordinance 2293 N.C.S. Amending Zoning
Ordinance Sections Relating to Card Room Establishments.
(Moore/Kishineff)
Evan Kishineff, Assistant Planner, Community Development Department
Public Comment
Mike Owen, Vice President, The 101 Casino, Petaluma, spoke regarding
the necessity of adaptability for a business to survive, and in support of the
proposed ordinance.
Nicole Provolt, The 101 Casino, Petaluma, spoke in favor of changes
recommended by staff.
Mike Giacomini, President, River Card Room, President, spoke in favor of
the proposed ordinance.
Motion: Approve D. Introduction (First Reading) of Ordinance 2293
N.C.S. Amending Zoning Ordinance Sections Relating to Card Room
Establishments.
Moved by Teresa Barrett, seconded by David Rabbitt.
Vote: Motion carried 6-0.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien;
David Rabbitt; Pamela Torliatt
No: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Discussion Regarding Criteria for Prioritizing Development Proposals for
Discretionary Projects. (Moore)
City Manager Bierman
Director of Water Resources and Conservation Mike Ban
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Director Moore
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Chey Moore, Petaluma, suggested adding "supply and demand" for
residential development.
Tiffany Renee, Petaluma, thanked Mayor Torliatt for mentioning Helen
Putnam, and told Council how Community Impact Reports could help the
Council prioritize development proposals.
Gina Pittler, Haystack Land Company, Inc., Petaluma, said she had met
with most of Council during the last few weeks regarding development
priorities. She believes the Haystack project should be given priority. She
suggested Council hire outside consultants to process proposals.
Craig Champion, Centex Homes, said the 300 -unit cap in the staff report is
not workable. He said that historically, the City has done close to 500
building permits per year. The housing industry "tied at the hip" to jobs
and interest rates. He urged Council, "When interest rates fall, don't let a
cap become a restriction making people unable to buy homes."
Greg Colvin, Petaluma, Political Director, Petalumans for Responsible
Planning, spoke regarding criteria for lowest priority in terms of burden on
the City.
Sherry Fabre Marcia, Petaluma, said that any project should offer
enhancements to community. Retail should offer something the City
doesn't already have. She would not support big -box retail in Petaluma.
Residential projects should be affordable, low- and moderate -income.
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David Glass, Petaluma, said it looked like the job of Mayor hadn't gotten
any easier since he left. He reminded Council that there is a finite supply
of resources. This is a challenge that can be dealt with by setting high
standards. When Council looks at each development proposal, they
should think of the impact on resources and infrastructure. It should not be
a case of simply "rubber stamping whatever got into the hopper first."
Stan Gold, Petaluma, hoped that Council would not decide that the only
way to get the money needed to do what needs to be done is
through major commercial projects. He believes the City needs to
develop, but Council needs to keep an eye on ALL of the criteria.
David Keller, Petaluma, asked Council if they could "just trust the
marketplace" or did they really have to sit down and develop criteria? He
thought they did. He thought the lists laid out by Mayor Torliatt and City
Manager Bierman were a very good place to start. He told Council they
don't have the luxury of "flying by the seat of their pants." He wants this
community to be a place "where we still want to be in 20 years."
Vin Smith, Petaluma, said Council was almost done with the General Plan
and he was sitting here listening to "yet another process that will delay its
completion." He has not heard specifics on water limits. He thinks the
soon -to -be -adopted General Plan will provide help.
Doug Elliott, Petaluma, Community Builders, told Council it doesn't make
sense to approve projects based only on what number in line they are.
Council needs to have criteria that make it possible to choose
developments that benefit the community. On the flip side, how do you
tell someone who has been waiting for two years that they have to go to
the back of the line?
Wayne Miller, Wayne Miller and Associates, Santa Rosa, spoke in support
of Mayor Torliatt's comments about air quality and using a system of
points to rank projects. He told Council, "it is a great privilege to develop
here and comes with a great responsibility." He believes housing
developments should be "Zero Net Energy" in terms of air quality and
water conservation.
Richard Dowd, Pinnacle Homes, Santa Rosa, thinks Council's ideas may
not serve Petaluma as well as they think. "If your criteria become too
narrow and restrictive, Petaluma's diversity will be lost." He believes the
General Plan will provide the guidance needed.
Council Comments
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Motion: Direct staff to establish criteria for evaluating development
proposals based on Council's discussion and return to Council for review.
Moved by Teresa Barrett, seconded by Pamela Torliatt.
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Vote: Motion failed 2-4.
Yes: Teresa Barrett; Pamela Torliatt
No: Samantha Freitas; Karen Nau; Mike O'Brien; David Rabbitt
Abstain: None
Absent: Mike Harris
B. Discussion Regarding Establishing Threshold of Significance for Use in
Evaluating Environmental Impacts on the City Water Supply Prior to
Adoption of the General Plan 2025. (Ban) - This item was moved to the
evening agenda (7:00 p.m.) of the November 19, 2007 Council Meeting.
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ADJOURN
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The meeting was adjourned at 1]: 15 p.m. in memory of Donald Eugene Marquardt,
Theresa L. Davison, and Debra Allen.
ATTEST:
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Claire Cooper, CMC, City Clerk
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Pamela Torliatt, Mayor