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PC - Minutes 1-4-93CITY OF ROSEMEAD 8838 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 4, 1993 MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER - The regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was called to order by Chairman Ortiz at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Rosemead City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Breen. The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Young. 2. ROLL CALL - Present: Lowrey, Ruiz, Ortiz, Breen, Young Ex Officio: Price, Lyons, Tarr, Jarrin, Pitzer 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Meeting of December 21, 1992. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Young, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of December 21, 1992, as presented. Vote resulted: Yes: Lowrey, Ruiz, Ortiz, Breen, Young 4. EXPLANATION OF- HEARING PROCEDURES AND APPEAL RIGHTS - City Attorney Stan Price explained the public hearing process and the right to appeal decisions of the Planning Commission to the City council. 5. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH - The secretary administered the oath to members of the audience wishing to speak. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 6. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-573 - 7833 Emerson Place - Request from Godakalanda Gunaratana to establish a Buddhist temple and expand existing living quarters (continued from 12-7-92). Mr. Tarr presented the staff report with the recommendation to approve subject to the originally proposed conditions of approval and the installation of a restricted access gate which meets Regulation 5 standards of the Fire Department. The public hearing remained open. Addressing the Commission in favor of the project was: Edward McDonnell, 7833 Emerson Place, Rosemead. Mr. McDonnell stated that he concurred with the recommendations of the Planning staff, and that a 6 ft. high masonry wall had been constructed between the parking area and the adjacent residential properties to reduce any noise created at the site. Addressing the Commission in opposition of the project was: Lino Nardini, 7831 Emerson Place, Rosemead. Mr. Nardini asked for clarification of the staff recommendation; inquired about hours of operation and the possibility of outdoor ceremonies; and concluded that"he was in agreement with the proposed project and the recommendation of staff. There being no one else wishing to address the Commission, the Chairman closed the public hearing. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Breen, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey, to approve Conditional Use Permit 92-573 subject to conditions. Vote resulted: Yes: Lowrey, Ruiz, Ortiz, Breen, Young. PC Minutes 1-4-93 page 2. 7. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-575 - 8629 Garvey Avenue - Request from L.A. Cellular Telephone Co. to erect a 60-foot monopole antenna for cellular telephone service. Mr. Jarrin presented the staff report with the recommendation to continue the case to the February 1, 1993 regular meeting in order to resolve issues primarily involving improper storage practices and lack of maintenance at the site. The Chairman opened the public hearing. Addressing the Commission in favor of the project was: Linda Paul, employee, L.A. Cellular Telephone Co., 17785 Center Court Drive, Cerritos. Ms. Paul stated that it had been brought to her attention that there were numerous violations on the property chosen for the erection of the monopole; that she was concerned that delaying the approval might put the project behind schedule; that she hoped that existing ordinances and fines could be applied to put the property into compliance; and that the site was chosen because the pole would be relatively unobtrusive at this location. Ms. Paul offered to answer questions and showed a color rendering of the project and its location. Commissioner Breen inquired if Ms. Paul's company had any power to make the property owner comply with the city's regulations. Ms. Paul responded that L.A. Cellular would have to look for another location in case the property owner would not comply. Chairman Ortiz inquired if another location on the property could be chosen as the proposed location interfered with the circulation. Ms. Paul responded that a different location would be all right. Commissioner Lowrey inquired if the property owner was aware of the violations. Ms. Paul responded that she had not had an opportunity to discuss the items with the property owner,. and suggested that the commission approve the project contingent upon cooperation by the property owner, rather than continue the item. Commissioner Ruiz asked for details of the anticipated construction schedule. Ms. Paul responded that the on-air date is January 28, and that they are about two months behind schedule. There being no one else wishing to address the Commission, the public hearing was closed. Discussion by the Commission: Commissioner Breen asked the City Attorney's opinion on approving the project contingent upon not allowing construction prior to compliance with all code requirements on the site. Mr. Price recommended to find out the owner's intentions. Chairman Ortiz stated that two of the spaces that were counted as parking spots were in reality loading and unloading spots for the sewing factory, and suggested that the monopole could be located on the westerly property line.adjacent to the sewing factory, at the location where the unauthorized sewing takes place, and that the landlord be required to attend the meeting of February 1, 1993. There being no objection, the Chairman re-opened the public hearing and continued it to February 1, 1992. PC Minutes 1-4-93 page 3. OTHER BUSINESS 8. EXTENSION OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 91-543 - Request to continue the sale of beer and wine at 8232 Garvey Avenue #101/102 (Emotion Restaurant). Mr. Jarrin presented the staff memorandum and recommended a three (3) year extension. Commissioner Lowrey suggested that the commission consider a one (1) year extension, rather than the three (3) year extension recommended by staff, based on problems in the San Gabriel Valley related to karaoke. There was no opposition. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Ruiz, to extend Conditional Use Permit 91-543 for a period of one (1) year, subject to conditions 1 through 11. Vote resulted: Yes: Lowrey, Ruiz, Ortiz, Breen, Young 9. PC RESOLUTION 93-1 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 92-576 ALLOWING THE TRANSFER OF AN EXISTING ABC LICENSE FOR THE SALE OF BEER AND WINE AT PARIS RESTAURANT LOCATED AT 3313 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD. 10. PC RESOLUTION 93-2 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 23638 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3100 BARTLETT AVENUE. Mr. Price presented the resolutions by title only. (MO) It was moved by Commissioner Young, seconded by Commissioner Breen, to waive further reading and adopt. Vote resulted: Yes: Lowrey, Ruiz, Ortiz, Breen, Young. 11. ORAL COMMUNICATION FROM THE AUDIENCE - On any matter - None 12. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF A. Mr. Lyons welcomed Mr. Price back after his illness. B. Commissioner Breen announced that the Methodist Church will host the 40 year Boy Scout reunion, and extended an open invitation to attend the festivities on February 28, 1993. 13. There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. The next meeting will take place on January 18, 1993, at 7:00 p.m.