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IN THE PLAi~INING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PLEASANTON COUNTY OF ALAMEDA - STATE OF CA:.IFORNIA Minutes April 2, 1959 The meeting of the Pleasanton Panning Commission was called to order at the City Hall on April 2, 1959, at 8 o*clock, Chairman Wetherby presiding. Roll Call: Present - Commissioners Allison, Wharton, Lozano, Mitchell and Hanifen Absent - Commissioner De Vor 0n motion of Commissioner Hanifen, seconded by Commissioner Wharton the minutes of the meeting of March 19, 1959 were approved as submitted. Chairman Wetherby opened the Public Hearing on the Pleasanton Heights Swim Clubrs proposed pool. Mr. Aaron Latkin reiterated the proposed policies and construction plans of the club. Mr. Philip Landon, Bonita Avenue, spoke on behalf of the oppon- ents of tt~e project citing the need for recreational facilities but stating that he did not feel that the proposed pool would adequately fulfill the need. Chairman l^letherby requested clarification from City Attorney Struthers as to the actual res- trictive powers of the Commission. Mr. Strtrthcrs advised that the Government Code covered the height, lot cogerage and use of the land, further stating that the set- back of fences, area for parking, etc. were valid restrictions. The original letter opposing the pool was reread and discussed. In response to questions from the Com- mission Mr. Latkin stated that the Club hoped to have 50 memberships immediately from Fleasanton Heights, with 20-25 memberships reserved for future residents, the balance to come from other sections of the city. Mr. James Bryan, Eugene Stisserl~ Chas. Johnson, Guy Chick and Major Price, residents of Pleasanton Height a, discussed their views on the pool. The City Administrator recommended that certain restrict- ions be iapose3 if the permit was granted. On motion of Cormnissioner Hanifen, sec- onded by Commissioner Mitchell and approved by all present the Public Hearing xas closed at 9:07 P.F?. Following a discussion by the Commissioners and on motion of Commissioner Wharton, seconded by Commissioner Mitchell and approved by all present Resolution No. 56 was adopted subject to the following conditions: 1, To insure the use of the land as a neighborhood community pool, restrictions are made as follows: a) Residents of the City of Pleasanton only may be members b) A minimum of 2~3 of the membership shall reside within 2000 feet of the site c) Membership shall not exceed 120 fa.,dlies d) Guests shall be limited to 25 per member per year, with no admission to the public for money consideration. e) No alcholic beverage or food concessions allowed on the premises. 2~ To prevent traffic hazards in a residential community, one off-street parking place, properly paved, shall be provided for• every six member families. 3) Lot covergge shall be as follows: a) Flont yards shall be at least 201 with a minimum of 51 on either side, a total of 121 on both side yards, and a 301 rear yard. b) Yards shall be landscaped in keeping with nearly residences. c) A six foot solid fence with two foot barbed wire on top shall surround entire area, 4) To provide for safety of the public using the swimming pool the following regulations are recommended and imposed. a) Hours of operation shall be 10 A. M. to 9 P.M, with a lifeguard on duty at all times.