HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 94-229 08/15/1994 ~es®l~-,Itl®n NO. 94-229 N.~.~.
of tt~le City of Petaluma, California
SUPPORTING POMEROY CORPORATION'S
OFFER TO DEDICATE LANDS
TO THE CITY OF PETALUMA
WHEREAS, the State of California, through the State Lands Commission, has claimed
historic ownership to a portion of Pomeroy Corporation's riverfront property; and,
WHEREAS, the cloud on the property's title caused by this claim causes hardship to
Pomeroy Corporation; and,
WHEREAS, it is beneficial to the businesses and people of Petaluma to clear such clouds
of title from riverfront properties in order to promote healthy river-dependent activities,
shipping traffic on the river, and a vibrant waterfront atmosphere through economic
development; and,
WHEREAS, Pomeroy Corporation has offered to settle the State's claims by dedicating a
portion of that property to the City of Petaluma; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed alignment of dedication would provide the City numerous
options for riverfront access and recreation, unique views of the waterfront, and probable
connections for desirable bicycle/pedestrian trails; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed area of dedication furthers the goals and objectives of the City's
General Plan and the policies of the draft Petaluma River Access and Enhancement Plan
by providing short-term possibilities for access while avoiding interference with existing
river-dependent activities; and,
WHEREAS, approval of this area of dedication does not preclude the City from requiring
additional easements and dedications to satisfy State laws or City ordinances and programs,
and to protect valuable natural resources at time of this site's development, redevelopment,
subdivision, or change in use;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Petaluma City Council finds Pomeroy
Corporation's proposed offer of dedication to be consistent with City policies and urges the
State of California to expedite settlement of claims on this property.
Under the power and authority conferred upon this Council by the Charter of said City.
REFERENCE: I hereby certify the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the Approved as to
Council of the City of Petaluma at a (Regular) (Adjourned) (~~at~ meeting
pomreso/ky-1 on the ....-~.5-t_ll.-.-....... day of ..........c411g1~.SX 19.94., by the" ~ t
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following vote:
i y Att rney
AYES: Parkerson, Read, Hamilton, Barlas, Shea, Mayor Hilligoss
NOES: None
ABSENT: Vic Mayo. f~~y r..
ATTEST : .!:~~~~~dr!~~.. ..Yi•'~~[!~~...
y Clerk Mayor
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CA 10-85 Res. r,o..........94-2,29... N.cs.