PC - Minutes 8-7-78CITY OF ROSEMEAD
8838 VALLEY-BOULEVARD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 7, 1978
MINUTES
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1. CALL TO ORDER - The regular meeting of the Planning
Commission was called to order by Chairman Lowrey
at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Rosemead
City Hall, 8838 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
Pledge.of Allegiance was'led by Commissioner Ritchie
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Invocation was delivered by Chairman Lowrey
ROLL CALL: Commissioners Ritchie, Lowrey, Cleveland,
DeTora
Absent: Handy (vacation)
Ex officio: Attorney Wallin, Dickey,
Sullivan, Burns.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Meeting August 7, 1978.
It was moved by Commissioner DeTora, second by Com-
missioner Ritchie to approve the Minutes of July 17,
1978 as printed.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Ritchie, Lowrey, Cleveland,
DeTora
ABSENT: Handy
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - On any matter -
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Consideration of adoption of a new Noise Ordinance,
(Resolution 78-18).
Mr. Dickey presented the Resolution by Title only-
Chairman Lowrey opened the Public Hearing at 7:40
p.m., it was closed accordingly.
It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland to waive
further reading and adopt Resolution 78-18; motion
died for lack of a second.
Discussion ensued by the Commission regarding a.
Study Session to further review this Ordinance.
It was unanimously agreed upon by the Commission to
continue this matter until the next Planning-
Com-mission meeting to be held-on August 21, 1978.
Consideration of an Amendment to the Subdivision Ordi-
nance regarding Park and Recreation fees. (Resolution
78=17). - q
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This Public Hearing was deferred until the next meeting
to be held on August 21, 1978.
P.C. Meeting
August 7, NI
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7. ZONE CHANGE 78-101 - Request from
a c ange o zone -rom R-2 to R-3,
18 unit apartment complex at 2730
Avenue. (Resolution No. 78-17).
Mr. Sullvivan presented the Staff
Chairman Lowrey opened the. Public
p.m., the Oath was administered a
OPPONENTS
Shannon Homes for
to construct an
Walnut Grove
Report
Hearing at 8:05
zcordingly.
Mr. Joseph Bohanna
2722 N. Walnut Grove Avenue
Rosemead, California
Mr. Bohanna submitted a petition signed by residents
in the nearby vicinity, to the Planning Commission
for their review.
Mr. Bohanna was concerned with the noise, traffic,
parking and other problems that would arise with
the development of this project. He stated that
he was not opposed to property being developed
according to R-2 guidelines, but is definitely op-
posed to R-3 zoning.for this area.
Mr. Roger Hicks
7818 E. Hellman Avenue
Rosemead, California
Mr. Hicks was very concerned about the drainage of
water onto his property if this project were approved.
Mrs. Lillian Sacko
3220 Walnut Grove Avenue
Rosemead, California
Mrs. Sacko submitted pictures of traffic on Walnut
Grove Avenue during peak hours.
She also stated that there was already traffic problems
there due to SCE Company, and that more development
would only increase the problem.
Mr. Pete Sacko
3220 Walnut Grove Avenue
Rosemead, California
Mr. Sacko complained about the parking problem on
Walnut Grove Avenue.
Mr. Juan Nunoz
2704 Del Mar Avenue
Rosemead, California
He stated that absentee landlords compound the prob-
lems of unconcerning tenants causing disturbances.
PROPONENTS
Mr. Leon Payne
724 E. Valley Boulevard
Rosemead, California
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August 7, 1978
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PROPONENTS (cont'd)
7. Mr. Payne, of Shannon Homes spoke about the good
reputation of Shannon Homes, and felt that this
project was in conformance with the General Plan
of the City of Rosemead.
OPPONENTS:
Mr. Hicks spoke again ragarding the flow of water
during rainy seasons onto his property.
PROPONENT:
Mr. Payne stated that a drainage plan to pump the
water out, would be submitted to solve this problem.
OPPONENTS:
Mr. Bohanna asked if this
a larger sewer capacity,
dents be billed for this.
project would necessitate
and would the nearby resi-
Mr. Sullivan responded that the sewer capacity was
adequate.
PROPONENT:
Mr. Trant
2700 Walnut Grove Avenue
Rosemead, California
Mr. Trant stated that he was in favor of this Zone
Change, and that the traffic problem was already
there due to SCE Company and Title Insurance Company.
Mr. Roy Morales, developer of said property, stated
that this would be a first-class development, and
that this project would keep the money in Rosemead.
Also that the additional traffic that this project
would create, would not be noticeable. He also stated
that it is likely that one of the owners would live
there at the project.
Chairman Lowrey closed the Public Hearing at 9:05 p.m.
Discussion by the Commission:
Discussion ensued by the Commission regarding the
drainage problem, trash pick-up and type of wall
to be constructed. Also, consideration of a Design
Overlay for the R-3 zone was discussed.
Recess was called at 9:30 p.m.- Reconvened at 9:40 p.m.
It was moved by Commissioner DeTora, second by Com-
missioner Cleveland to approve Zone Change 78-101, and
to adopt Resolution 78-17 as amended with the D-Overlay.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Ritchie,.Lowrey, Cleveland,
DeTora
NOES: None
ABSENT: Handy (vacation)
ABSTAIN: None
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August 7, 1978
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8. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 78-131 - Request by Jesus
Carrera or continuation o alcoholic beverages
for on-site consumption, at 9736 Valley Boulevard,
formerly known as "Shakey Jakes".
Mr. Sullivan presented the Staff Report
Chairman Lowrey opened the Public Hearing at 9:45
p.m., the Oath was administered accordingly.
Mr. Weaver, the previous owner of above mentioned
bar stated that he would be available for any
help Mr. Carrera might need in the under-taking
of this establishment.
Mr. Carrera's daughter stated that her father was
apprised of the conditions of this Conditional Use
Permit.
Public Hearing was closed at 9:45 p.m.
Discussion by the Commission
It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, second by.
Commissioner Cleveland, to approve Conditional
Use Permit 78-131 for a period of two years.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Ritchie, Lowrey, Cleveland,
DeTora
NOES: None
ABSENT: Handy (vacation)
ABSTAIN: None
OTHER BUSINESS
9. PARCEL MAP 11038 - J.H. Hedrick Company's compliance
wi- tea-Con i of Approval consolidating two lots
for the construction of an apartment complex.
Mr. Sullivan presented the memorandum
Discussion by"the Commission .
It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, second by
Commissioner Ritchie to approve Parcel Map 11038
with the following Conditions:
1. Applicant shall comply with the conditions
as set forth in the report of the City
Engineer.
2. Street dedication prior to the issuance of
a building permit.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Ritchie, Lowrey, Cleveland,
DeTora
NOES: None
ABSENT: Handy
ABSTAIN: None
10. PARCEL MAP 8821 - A revision of Parcel Map 8821,
(Rosemead Re evelopment Agency).
Mr. Dickey presented the memorandum
Discussion by the Commission
It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, second by
Commissioner DeTora to approve revised Parcel Map
8821.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Ritchie, Lowrey, Cleveland,
DeTora
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ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Ritchie, Lowrey, Cleveland,
DeTora
NOES: None
ABSENT: Handy (vacation)
ABSTAIN: None
STREET NAPLES - Memorandum regarding street name
esig~` nations recommended for change.
Mr. Dickey presented the memorandum
Discussion by the Commission
It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, second
by Commissioner Lowrey to approve the designated
changes._. Staff was directed to prepare a Resolu=-
tion to be considered at the next meeting.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Ritchie, Lowrey, Cleveland
DeTora
NOES: None
ABSENT: Handy
ABSTAIN: None
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RESOLUTION 78-16 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DENYING VARIANCE
NO. 78-85.
Gary A. Kovacic, Attorney for Western Neon Sign Com-
pany addressed the Commission and stated that in
terms of the Ordinance, the owner has the right to
erect the sign.
Discussion by the Commission
It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, second by
Commissioner Ritchie to waive further reading and
adopt Resolution 78-16, denying Variance 78-85.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Ritchie, Lowrey, Cleveland,
DeTora
NOES: None
ABSENT: Handy
ABSTAIN: None
13. RESOLUTION 78-20 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD RECOMMENDING
TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, A
CHANGE OF ZONE IN ZONE CHANGE NO. 78-100.
It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, second by Com-
missioner Cleveland to waive further reading and
adopt Resolution 78-20 and the Negative Declaration.
ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Ritchie, Lowrey, Cleveland,
DeTora
NOES: None
ABSENT: Handy
ABSTAIN: None
14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - On items not
on the Agenda - None
15. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF
a. The Commission set a date for a Study Session to
review the Noise Ordiance and Sign Ordinance.
b. Discussion ensued regarding the 24-hour sign at
Naugles Drive-In Restaurant.
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MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF (cont'd)
C. Discussion ensued regarding a Condominium
Conversion Ordinance.
16. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to
come before the Commission, Chairman Lowrey adjourned
the meeting to a Study Session meeting to be held
on August 14, 1978 at 7:30 p.m., at the Rosemead
Community Center.
* Recess was called at 10:20 p.m. -Reconvened at
10:25 p.m.