PC - Minutes 06-06-77•
CITY OF ROSI:MEAD
8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 6, 1977
MINUTES
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CALL TO ORDER - 7:30 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Ritchie.
Invocation was delivered by Chairman DeTora
2. ROLL CALL
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Present: Commissioners - Cleveland, DeTora, Lowrey, Ritchie, Tury
Ex officio - Dickey,.Dilkes, Sullivan, Young
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Commissioner Tury, seconded by Commissioner. Ritchie, and carried
to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of May 1.6,-1977, with the following
correction:
Item 010, Roll Call Vote, should read "ABSENT: Cianciola"
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Ritchie, Tury
NOES: None -
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - On items not on the Agenda.
Addressing Mr. Ross Curtis
Commission: 10704 Elliot, S. El Monte
Mr. Curtis owns "Shakey Jake's" Bar on Valley Blvd. He was not advised of
CUP on the Bar when he purchased it. Objected to some conditions. Mr. Sullivan
indicated Staff would publish for a new hearing and review the CUP - perhaps
modify some conditions.
Addressing Rudy Aguilar
Commission: 627 N. San Gabriel Blvd.
Owns a grocery/egg store at 625 San Gabriel Blvd. Has problems with parking
facilities. He will meet with Staff to try to reach a solution.
Public hearings
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QNR CHANCE 7709 eration o` r -.t .st by ' PEK and Jon to Vmr
change - zoo. from - Parh,g)to M-]. j ght Manntacturing) for Erope_v I.ctt.cd
at 2742-46 Willard Avenue.
Mr. Sullivan Read the Staff Report. Chairman DeTora opened the public hearing at
8:04 p.m. Oath was administered.
Proponent: Albert Rentexia, Applicant
8516 E. Garvey
Public: hearing closed at 8:14 p.m.
Discussion by Commission:
It was moved by Commissioner 'fury, seconded by Commission Lowrey, and carried to
approve lone Change 77-89 subject to the conditions listed below, and the Negative
Declaration.
1. Applicant shall demolish the present single family home and clear the lot of
weeds and debris.
2. Applicant shall construct a 6-foot high block wall on the south property line
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June 6, 1977
separating the M-1 Property from the R-2 zoned property, a block wall (6
foot) on the east, and a 6-foot block wall on the west, with a gate.
3. Applicant shall provide parking for any new business construction.
4. Applicant shall sign an affidavit accepting these conditions within 10
days after approval by the Planning Commission.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Ritchie, Tury
NOES: None
6. ZONE CHANGE 77-90 - Consideration of a request by Ernest Rodriguez for a change
of zone from P (Parking) to R-2 (Light Multiple Residential) for property
located at 3029 Evelyn Avenue.
Mr. Sullivan presented the Staff Report. Chairman DeTora opened the public
hearing at 8:24 p.m. Oath was administered.
Proponent: Bea Archer, representing Applicant
1816 San Gabriel Blvd., San Gabriel
Chairman DeTora closed the public hearing at 8:28'p.m.
Discussion by Commission.
It was moved by Commissioner Tury, seconded by Commissioner Ritchie, and carried
to approve Zone Change 77-90, the Negative Declaration, and to direct Staff to
prepare a Resolution.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Ritchie, Tury
NOES: None
Recess was called at 8:30 p.m.; Commission reconvened at 8:38 p.m.
7. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 77-116 - Consideration of a request by Robert Cl.asson
(R.C. Specialties) to conduct a Recreational Vehicle Storage business at
9238 Lower Azusa Road.
Mr. Sullivan presented the Staff Report. Chairman DeTora opened the public
hearing at 8:42 p.m. Oath was administered.
Proponent: Bob Classon, Applicant
805 N. Electric, Alhambra
Addressing Forrest Day, representing Adams Ranch Water Co.
Commission: 9427 Pitkin St.
Diane Carron;,
9245 Pitki.n
Mr.. Day and Mrs. Carreon had questions regarding the proposed development.
Addressing Tim Stevens, owner of adjacent property
Commisni.on:
Mr. Stevens was concerned about the view of the site from his property, and
maintenance of the landscaping and fence.
Chairman DeTora closed the public hearing at 9:13 p.m.
it was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Chairman DeTora, and carried
to hold the matter over to another meeting pending receipt of an Engi.neer's
study on drainage of the property.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora
NOES: Ritchie, Tury
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June 6, 1977
8. AMENDMENT TO MUNICIPAL CODE - Consideration of an amendment to the Municipal
Code, Article IX, Chapter 2, regarding Subdivision Regulations.
Mr. Sullivan react the Memorandum. Chairman DeTora opened the public hearing
at 9:34 p.m., and it closed accordingly. -
It was the consensus of the Commission to hold the matter until after Item 15
on the Agenda. _
9. PARCEL MAP 7187 - Consideration of a request to subdivide 4 lots from property
located at the intersection of Jackson and Highcliff Streets.
Mr. Sullivan presented the Staff Report. Mr. Dickey explained City's policy
regarding dedication of private streets.
Addressing Ted Chrisman, representing Applicant
Commission: 860 Metro Drive, Monterey Park
Discussion by Commission.
It was moved by Commissioner Tury, seconded by Commissioner Ritchie, and
carried to approve Parcel Map 7187 and the Negative Declaration subject to
the following conditions:
1. Applicant shall, comply with all recommendations and.conditions as set:
forth in the Engineer's report except for Conditions 1 ans 2 under Puilding
and Safety Division and Condition 6 under Mapping. Division.
2. Applicant makes a continuing offer to dedicate that property described as
Highclif.f - Private Street which may be accepted by the City if the City
takes jurisdiction of Highcliff Street and proposes to improve said street.
ROLL CALI. VOTE:
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Ritchie, Tury
NOES: None
10. PARCEL MAP 8309 - Consideration of a request to subdivide 3 lots from an
existing parcel located at 7535-37-370 Garvalia Avenue.
Mr. Sullivan presented the Staff Report.
Addressing James Toler, Applicant
Commission: 7537Y Garvalia Avenue
Discussion by Commission.
It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Tury, and
W~Zjwd to p r.-.__a Pap 0309 nnil (I, Nagat_i l ieci..rati-cn ct Ku
the followi.nq conditions:
1. Applicant ::hall comply with the recommendations and conditions as set forth
by the Count, Engineer, except that Condition 2 under Napping Division
Section shall be modified to permit the 3-foot strips.
2. Applicant shall have recorded on final map a maintenance covenant for the
driveway.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Ritchie, 'furry
NOES: None
Commission recessed at 9:55 P.M. and reconvened at 10:00 P.M.
11. MODIFICATION Consideration of a request by Juan Nunez for-a modification
to waive Section 8110 of the Rosemead Municipal Code for property located at.
2704 Del. Mar..AVenue.
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June 6, 1977
Attorney Dilkes removed himself from the matter at hand clue to a possible
conflict of interest.
Addressing Juan Nunez
Commission: 2704 Del Mar Avenue
It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey, and
carried to defer the matter until Mr. Nunez'- neighbors can be contacted
regarding dedication of their property..
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Ritchie, 'fury
NOES: None
12. LONE CHANGE 77-87 - Consideration of a request by Don DuPe.rron, Helen DuPerron,
and Lorenzo Chil.a for a change of zone from C-3 (Medium Commercial.) to R-2
Light- Multiple Residential) for property located at 3247 Del Mar Avenue.
Mr. Sullivan presented the memorandum
Discussion by Commission.
It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Tury, and
carried to adopt Resolution 77-20, approving Zone Change 77-87 and the Negative
Declaration; and to have staff direct a letter to the Applicant requiring him
to advise prospective buyers of the property of problems relating to trash
pick up, street sweeping, etc.
ROLL, CALL VOTE:
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Ritchie, Tury
NOES: None
Recess was called at 10:55 p.m.; Commission reconvened at 11:00 p.m.
13. CONDITI.ON;\L-USE PERMIT 87 - Consideration of a request for.extension of CUP 87
by Kil. Alvarez (Top Hat). .
Mr- Sullivan presented the Memorandum.
Addressing Phil Alvarez
Commission: operator of Top Hat Bar
After discussion, it was determined that the owner of the property on which
the Top Hat sits, Mr. Fred Rose, failed to comply with the conditions set
fortis in the original CUP.
Il_was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by commissioner Tury, and carried
to ~ _ peri.. mouths, replace "indi.`i.o❑
to . _:.,,d C_Dnditivnal. Une Permit BI ~ for. a period of
112 l.i , fW11O _ y, nd ci:iGx.t hQ c ; r to COML c:: Mr. P.P: rind h
W voiuntt: i1, x, , with the C: nKti.ons 8 W 1.f, and to i.ri arm hip WaL 1-i
these conditions are not met within 90 clays, the City of Rosemead will be
requested to sue to have these conditions met.
12. Landscaping shall be provided along the south wall_
ROLL CALL VOTE: ,
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Ritchie, 'Fury
NOES: None
14. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 100 - Consideration of a request for extension of CUP 100
by Theodora C.islo (Tedd.ic's Inn).
Mr. Sullivan read the Memorandum.
It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Colmmi.ssi.oner Tury, and carried
to approve extension of the CUP 100 for a period of 2 years, subject to the
recommendations listed by Staff-.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Pi_tchie, Tury
NOES: None
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June 6, 1977
1.5. RESOLUTION 77--21 - Recommending to City Council change of zone from P (Parking)
to C-3 (medium Commercial) for property located at 8711 Valley Boulevard, and
placing a design overlay over all..
It was moved by Commissioner Tury, seconded by Commissioner Ritchie, and
carried to approve Resolution 77-21 as written..
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Ritchie, Tury
NOES: None
B. AMENDMENT TO MUNICIPAL CODE - Subdivision Regulations (Continued from earlier
in meeting).
Discussion by Commission.
It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey, and
carried to approve the Amendment to the Municipal Code, the Negative Declaration,
and to direct preparation of a Resolution.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Ritchie, 'fury
NOES: None
16. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Addressing Mervyn Kennedy
Commission:
Mr. Kennedy commented that disclosure of conditions, etc. on property to
prospective buyers would be a desired objective.
7.7. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF
a. Commission and Staff were polled regarding attendance at the [-lest San Gabriel
Valley Planning Congress meeting on June 9, 1977.
b. Mr. Sullivan commented that the relocation at 2632 Muscatel was incomplete.
Applicant had posted a cash bond which is due June 14 - may be cashed at
that time and money used for demolition of the relocation.
It was moved by Commissioner Tury, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey, and carried
to direct Staff to notify the Applicant of intent to act on the matter, then to
proceed with demolition.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES, Looney, C_..,oland, DeTora, Ritchie, Tury
N'JEw: 10 10:
c. Planning Department Pending Projects will be discussed at next meeting.
d. It was moved by Commissioner Tury, seconded by Commissioner Ritchie. and
carried.to request that Council adopt an Urgency Ordinance relating to
issuance of building permits and occupancy permits along Valley Boulevard
between Muscatel Street and Walnut Grove Avenue, pending study by the
Planning Commission regarding changing the zone to CBD.
ROSS, CALL VOTE :
AYES: Lowrey, Cleveland, DeTora, Ritchie, Tury
NOES: None
e. Commission made welcome to new Commissioner Cleveland.
I. Commissioner Ritchie reported on the. McHose relocation.
la. ADJOURNMENT - Commission adjourned at 12:15 a.m.