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PC - Minutes 03-02-81i~ CITY OF ROSEMEAD 8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MARCH 2, 1981 MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER - The regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was called to order by Chairman Lowrey at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of Rosemead City Hall, 8838 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Ritchie. The invocation was delivered by Commissioner Cleveland. 2. ROLL CALL - Present: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Absent: None Ex Officio: Reisman, Dickey, Carmona, Christianson, Fernandez 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Meeting, February 17, 1981 Commissioner Mattern requested%that Page 6, Paragraph 5 be amended to read as follows: . . .Commission that access to the building would be from the rear. . He further stated that the word "property" be deleted and "building" inserted in it's place. He also requested that "of the lot" be deleted from the text. In addition, he stated that he wished to change the following be deleting the words "paved and". 11 . . .beyond the 75 feet of Phase I paved and landscaped. There being no objections by the Commission, the changes requested by Commissioner Mattern were so ordered. Paragraph 5 of Page 6 now reads as follows: 11 . . .Commission that access to the building would be from the rear. In addition to this, Commissioner Mattern stated that he would like to see the area beyond the 75 feet of Phase I landscaped, since it would make the property harmonious with the property to the south." Commissioner Mattern also requested a change on Page 11, Paragraph G. He stated that the words "design review committee" should be deleted and replaced with "design modification committee". There being no objections by the Commission, the amendment requested by Commissioner Mattern was so ordered. Paragraph G, Page 11 now reads as follows: 11 . . .it was stated that the Commission would appoint a Design Modification Committee, consisting of two Planning Commissioners. . . Staff was also directed to make the appropriate amendment in Paragraph G-3, Page 11, as requested by Commissioner Ritchie. It was moved by Commissioner Mattern, seconded by Commissioner Ritchie, to approve the Minutes of February 17, 1981, as amended. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - On items not on the Agenda Mr. Gilbert Garcia 2726 Dequine Avenue Rosemead, California Mr. Garcia requested an explanation of the Public Hearing Notice he and his neighbors recieved in the mail. It was regarding Parcel Map 14095, and he re- quested information with regard to the effect this project would have on his property. Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - March 2, 1981 Page Two Mr. Carmona offered an explanation of the project. In addition, he stated that if there were any further questions regarding this matter, he would be available to answer them. PUBLIC HEARINGS Chairman Lowrey read the list of items for Public Hearing. He then requested that anyone wishing to address the Commission with regard to any of the items scheduled for public hearing, rise and be administered the oath. The witnesses were administered the oath by the secretary. Commissioner Ritchie requested that items 5 and 6 be dispensed with and that item No. 12 be heard out of order. Chairman Lowrey stated that he would agree to delete Items 5 and 6; however, he did not wish":to take Item No. 12 out of order, since it was not a Public Hearing. Mr. Reisman advised the Commission that Items No. 5 and 6 should be continued. Chairman Lowrey asked if there were any objections by the Commission to this action. There was then a discussion with regard to the appropriate action to be taken by the Commission. The Commission was advised that Item No. 5 should be removed from the calendar, and Item No. 6 should be continued to April 6, 1981. 5. PARCEL MAP 14095: Request by Kim M. Mar for a re-subdivision of two existing lots to realign lot lines for access pruposes, on property located at 2702- 2708 New Avenue. 6. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-216: Request by Southern California Edison Company for the temporary placement of two temporary trailers on property located at 4930 Earle Avenue.. It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, seconded by Commissioner De Cocker, to remove Parcel Map No. 14095 from the calendar, and to continue Conditional Use Permit 81-216 to April 6, 1981. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 7. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-213: Request by Leoneed Gordon for the continued use of a billiard parlor, known as the "Karom n' Kue", and located at 9766 Valley Boulevard. The Staff Report dated March'2 1981"was presented by Ms. Christianson and the recommendation for conditional approval was made. . Chairman Lowrey asked if anyone present wished to address the Commission. Seeing no one, the public hearing was closed accordingly at 7:55 p.m. There was then a discussion by,the Commission with regard to the limit of twelve arcade games on the premises. it was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, seconded by Commissioner De Cocker, to approve Conditional Use Permit 81-213, subject to the conditions recommended by staff in the report dated March 2, 1981. Commissioner Ritchie then asked if the conditions were the same as the conditions of approval imposed on the previous use. Ms. Christianson stated that the were. Chairman Lowrey then asked the applicant if he understood and agreed to all con- ditions as set forth. Mr. Gordon indicated that he did. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 8. ZONE VARIANCE 81-93 AND DESIGN REVIEW: Request by California Federal Savings and Loan Association for a zone variance to Section 9122 A, D, and E of the Rosemead Municipal Code, and design review for development of the property located at 1515 Walnut Grove Avenue. Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - March 2, 1981 Page Three The Staff Report dated March 2, 1981 was presented by Mr. Carmona, and the recommendation for conditional approval was made. Chairman Lowrey asked if anyone present wished to address the commission. PROPONENTS: Mr. James R. Butler California Federal Savings & Loan Association 5670 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, California Mr. Butler addressed the Commission with regard to the background of the project, and offered a progress report on the development of the structure. He stated that the plans for grading were expected within a short time, and he anticipated the ground-breaking to take place in early April. He also stated that the pro- ject would probably be completed in late 1982, with occupancy in early 1983. In addition, he stated that the structure was being constructed to house the computer center, and the departments that are related to the operation of the computer. He also stated that there would be approximately 650 people on the day shift, which would be the heaviest shift. He then introduced the consultants on the project. Mr. Herb Winkler Albert C. Martin and Associates 445 South Figueroa Street Los Angeles, California Mr. Winkler addressed the Commission with regard to the proposed parking and landscaping. He stated that the nature of the building requires high security and that the building would not have a high concentration of visitors. He also stated that in Phase II of this project, they planned to construct-_a_park ng) facility in the back, near the residential area and the Title Insurance complex. In addition to this, Mr. Winkler stated that arrangements had been made to in- stall a bus stop in front of the building, to help minimize the additional traffic. He then addressed the Commission with regard to the landscaping, which is designed to shield the parking area from the residential area and make the facility harmonious with the surrounding area. Mr. Michael O'Sullivan, Architect Albert C. Martin and Associates 445 South Figueroa Street Los Angeles, California Mr. O'Sullivan addressed the Commission with regard to the design of the pro- posed structure. He stated that the criteria for the design consisted of the following: that it be operationally functional, that the building be energy efficient, and that is must blend well with the site and surrounding community. He stated that the building was designed with a "step-down" effect to blend with the natural terrain. He also addressed the Commission%'with regard to the materials to be utilized in the structure which would be textured con- crete. He stated that the parking facility would be designed in pretty much the same materials, and would include a shield to block the head lights and keep them from projecting into the residential area. In addition, he stated that the building would be set back approximately 30 feet from the residential neighborhood and there would be a small tree grove separating it from the residences. Also, Mr. O'Sullivan stated that, due to the requirement of high security and energy efficiency, there would be very little glass utilized in the structure, but that the glass utilized would be in a "band"effect. Chairman Lowrey then asked if anyone present wished to address the Commissiori- in opposition to this request. Seeing no one else wishing to address the Commission either for or against, the public hearing was closed.. Commissioner Ritchie asked if solar energy had been considered. Mr. O'Sullivan stated that office buildings were in a cooling demand approximately 90% of the time making solar energy difficult to incorporate into this structure. He stated that this was,due to the milderclimate of the west coast. He further Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - March 2, 1981 Page Four explained the process utilized in solar energy cooling was still very experimental. He did state, however, that the lighting system would utilize solar energy, thereby eliminating the need for as much electricity. Commissioner Ritchie then asked if there was a plan to allow access to the 'parking area, on Yarrow Street. Mr. O'Sullivan indicated that -there would be no access on Yarrow Street. Commissioner Ritchie then asked questions of the parking consultant, Mr. Ling. He asked if there had been a traffic survey conducted on Walnut Grove. Mr. Ling stated that the traffic survey of the area had been conducted by the Los Angeles County Road Department, and their findings were that this street could accom- modate the additional traffic generated by this project. In addition, he stated that there would be additional lanes and turn-pockets installed to aid in the traffic flow. Commissioner Ritchie then inquired with regard to the turn radius of 16 feet into the parking stalls. Mr. Ling stated that all the aisles would be 25 feet wide. He then explained that the small car parking would be distributed throughout the parking area and that the small car parking stalls would be 8 feet wide. Commissioner Ritchie then asked the witness if there was a list of vehicles that are considered small cars. Mr. Ling stated that the National Parking Association had put out a list that included a group of cars considered inter- mediate in size. He also stated that the small car parking would not be utilized in the visitor's area. He stated this was because there was better enforcement with employees. There was then further discussion with regard to small cars and their widths. Commissioner De Cocker asked for an explanation of "co-generation facility". Mr. O'Sullivan stated that co-generating was a concept of taking and using. the energy obtained in running boilers and converting it into electricity. He stated that this would be applicable in this project because a large stand-by generating plant was necessary in case of power failure.. This would make the computer center self-sufficient and would enable them to sell the surplus energy back to Southern California Edison. Edison, in turn, would act as Cal Fed's back-up. He stated that the scope of their project would enable them to do this. Commissioner De Cocker expressed his opinion that this project would be an asset to the community. Commissioner Ritchie then asked if there would be additional noise caused by the generators. It was stated that noise studies of the area had been conducted ducted between 12:00 a.m. and 3:00 a.m. and the findings of the survey in- dicated that noise generated by the Pomona Freeway was approximately 38 DBA. In addition, it was stated that extensive sound attenuation measures would be installed to minimize the noise from the generators, hopefully keeping the noise down below 40 DBA's at the property line. Also explained were the various measures that could be utilized to accomplish this goal. Commissioner Ritchie then inquired if turbines had been considered instead of diesels. The representatives of Cal Fed stated that this was not practical cost-wise, in addition to the additional noise. Commissioner Mattern then stated that he would like to add a condition setting forth the minimum size of small car parking as 14 feet by SFfeet. There being no objections by the Commission, the following condition was added: 4. Small car parking spaces shall be a minimum of 8 feet in width by 14 feet in length. Chairman Lowrey then asked questions regarding the hours of operation. It was stated that there would be shifts throughout the day, with the largest shift during the day. Chairman Lowrey then asked if there were plans to install a heliport on the premises. He was informed that there were plans for this. There was then further discussion with regard to Condition No. 4 added by Commissioner Mattern. Staff was directed to incorporate this into the original conditions of approval.. Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - March 2, 1981 Page Five it was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, seconded by Commissioner De Cocker, to accept the Negative Declaration as being prepared in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, and that the Commission finds that there would be no adverse effect on the environment. Commissioner Ritchie then stated his concern in accepting this Negative Declaration due to the noise factor involved. ROLL CALL VOTE ON MOTION TO ACCEPT THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None It was moved by Commissioner Mattern, seconded by Commissioner Ritchie, to approve Zone Variance 81-93 as requested, subject to the three conditions set forth by staff and Condition No. 4 added by Commissioner Mattern. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None Chairman Lowrey called a recess at 8:50 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:00 p.m. After a short discussion by the Commission, it was decided to consider Item No. 10 out of order. 9. MODIFICATION - PARCEL MAPS 12850 & 12852: Request by Chris Bade for a modification of the proposed site plan for property located at 4211-4213 and 4217-4219 Rio Hondo Avenue. The memorandum dated February 26, 1981 was presented by Mr. Carmona and the recommendation for approval was made. Commissioner Ritchie then stated that at the date of original approval, there were several conditions imposed which had not been included. He requested that the conditions be considered by the Commission for addition to this approval. He further stated that the conditions at the original hearing con- sisted of requiring the removal of a single-car garage to the rear of the existing structure on Lot 1 of Parcel Map 12852, and the construction of a two-car garage or carport; requiring the driveways to be constructed with 6 inches of concrete or 4 inches of AC over 6 inches of gravel; and placement of all utilities underground. Mr. Carmona then stated that he felt the conditions were reasonable and could be incorporated into this modification. Commissioner Ritchie then offered the following to be added as conditions: 1. Undergrounding of utilities. 2. Driveways to be 6 inches of concrete or 41-inches of AC over 6 inch base. 3. Two-car garage or carport to be constructed at the rear of the existing structure on the rear of Lot 1, Parcel map 12852. He further stated that the relocated garage is only a single-car garage and therefore does not comply with the code; therefore requiring the construction of the two-car carport or garage. Chairman Lowrey then asked the applicant if he understood and agreed to the conditions proposed by Commissioner Ritchie. Mr. Chris Bade (applicant) addressed the Commission with regard to the conditions and the driveway requirements. Mr. Bade stated that he felt the driveway requirements were too rigid for this type of development. Mr. Carmona agreed with Mr. Bade..and recommended that this condition be modified. Commissioner Ritchie then stated that this driveway would be serving several homes, which would require amore rigid standard. 'However, he did. agree - that perhaps the proposed standard wasin excess. Mr. Bade then stated that in the past, for this type of development, he had installed driveways of 4 inches of concrete over 3 inches of base. Commissioner Ritchie then agreed that this Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - March 2, 1981 Page Six would be satisfactory. There being no objections by the Commission, the amendment to the driveway standards was so ordered. There was then a discussion with regard to the undergrounding of utilities. Mr. Bade was informed that this was Commission policy in developments of 3 or more units. Mr. Bade then stated his concern with securing the necessary permits. There was also a discussion in regard to compliance with the added conditions prior to applying for all building permits, and the difficulty in getting the utility companies to place their wires underground before the completion of the project. Also discussed was the best way to achieve com- pliance with all conditions as set forth by the Commission. It was suggested by Mr. Reisman that Mr. Bade and Mr. Carmona enter into a- written agreement setting forth the conditions, and that the agreement be placed on the next Commission agenda for approval. Mr. Bade agreed to this; however, he requested clarification of the number of units to require the undergrounding of utilities. Chairman Lowrey asked if there were any objections to continuing this matter. Hearing none, the matter was then continued to March 16, 1981. 10. DESIGN REVIEW 81-4: Review of development plans submitted by Alfredo T. Ganzon for development of property located at 2703 Stingle Avenue. (Continued from February 17, 1981) The memorandum dated February 25, 1981 was presented by Mr. Carmona. During his presentation, Mr. Carmona stated that after further review of the project, it was determined that two zoning variances were required. Therefore, the continuance was being requested to allow time for public notification.of the public hearing. There being no objections by the Commission, Design Review 81-4 was continued to March 16, 1981. 11. ,~MODIFICATION TO ZONE CHANGE 80-116: Request by F. Bernard Dennis for a `modification to the development plan for property located at 8824 East Mission Drive. The memorandum dated February 26, 1981 was presented by Mr. Carmona and the recommendation for approval was made. Chairman Lowrey asked if the applicant was present. Mr. F. Bernard Dennis stated that he was present. Commissioner Ritchie asked Mr. Dennis if the sump pumps would drain the water onto Mission Drive, and if the six-foot concrete block wall would be placed six feet from the adjoining property. Mr.,Dennis''stated that he was utilizing a double pump system that would pump water onto mission Drive. He also stated he was not sure of the positioning of the walls. There was also a discussion with regard to the ramp and the change of grades on the property. Commissioner Ritchie also remarked that there were no elevation plans submitted to the Commission. Mr.. Carmona then reviewed the plans for development, for the Commission, and there was further discussion with regard to the height of the walls, the proposed grading, and the degree of change in the grading. Commissioner De Cocker stated that he was not on the Commission at the time of original approval, and did not have the original plans to compare the changes. There was then a discussion with regard to the proposed changes in the revised plans and the reasons for requesting the amendments. Mr. Dennis stated that the footage of the lot was less than he had originally thought due to the 10-foot dedication on mission Drive. He cited this as one of the main reasons for requesting the amendments. Mr. Reisman then suggested that the Planning Commission take a tentative vote for approval of the changes, then consider the matter for final vote at the next meeting. He further stated that the tnetative vote would not be binding; however, the applicant would be advised that the revised plans would receive final approval if the Commission was satisfied with the plans Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - March 2, 1981 Page Seven upon further review and comparison. There was then a discussion with regard to Mr. Reisman's suggestion. It was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Cleveland, to take a tentative vote and non-binding vote on the conditional approval of the modification to Zone Change 80-116; and that the final decision be rendered at a later date, subject to further review and approval by the Planning Commission. Commissioner Mattern then stated his objection to the 8-foot parking spaces. He stated that a standard size car would have difficulty in parking in one of these spaces. There was then a discussion with regard to the parking area and the adequacy of the proposed parking. - Mr. Giovanni Uriu, architect for the project, addressed the Commission with regard to the reasons for the parking being designed as it had. He also stated that not all the parking spaces were of this size. Commissioner Mattern then stated that he understood and did no longer object to the parking as proposed. Commissioner Mattern then referred to Condition No. 2 of the original conditions of approval. He stated that it read as follows: 2. The landscape.plan with permanent sprinkler system shall be submitted to the Planning Director for approval. He requested that this be amended by adding: . . .timed and moisture sensor control. . :Further, Commissioner-Mattern stated'that'Condition No. 3 reads as follows:' '3. Plans and specifications for proposed block walls surrounding this project shall be submitted to the Planning Department for approval. Commissioner Mattern then requested the addition of the following to Condition No. 3: . .and shall not exceed six feet in height from the adjacent property." There being no objections by the Commission, the changes to Conditions 2 and 3 were so ordered. Commissioner Ritchie then asked a question with regard to the parking spaces along the eastern wall. He asked if there was adequate room to turn around on the property, and if there was another solution to this problem. There was then a lengthy discussion with regard to the turn radius provided for this project, and the various ways the turn'radius could be improved. Commissioner Mattern then inquired with regard to the 20-foot security gate. He stated thatthe Fire Department recommendation was for 26 feet. He asked the applicant if this gate could be enlarged. Mr. Uriu stated that this could not be accomplished due to the depth of the gate. Mr. Dennis agreed with Mr. Uriu, since the gate operator would be installed behind the gate, near the building. Commissioner Mattern then indicated that he understood and did not object to the gate as proposed. Commissioner De Cocker asked if the areas designated 19 and 20 on the plans were garage areas. Mr. Dennis stated that this area would be the owner's unit and would have a private garage. Commissioner De Cocker then asked what the number of units this complex would have. Mr. Dennis stated that there would be 7 rental units and 1 owner's unit. Commissioner De Cocker then requested a clarification on the number of units and their placement. Mr. Dennis reviewed this for the Commission. Commissioner Ritchie then stated that he would like to see elevation plans, and Mr. Carmona suggested that perhaps this matter.could be continued to the next meeting. He further suggested that he be allowed to submit a summary :or report outlining the proposed changes and making a comparison. Mr. Reisman then stated that,'due to the nature of the requests by the Commission, a tentative vote would not be appropriate and suggested that this Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - March 2, 1981 Page Eight matter just be continued. Accordingly, Commissioner Ritchie withdrew his motion, and Commissioner Cleveland withdrew his second to the motion. There being no objections by the Commission, the consideration of the modifications to Zone Change 80-116 was continued to March 16, 1981. 12. . MODIFICATION TO SECTION 8110: Request by Wayne T. Neal for a:Waiver of the sidewalk requirement for property located at 7925 Graves Avenue. The memorandum dated March 2, 1981 was presented by Ms. Christianson and the recommendation for approval was made. Commissioner De Cocker then stated his agreement with the staff recommendation for approval of the waiver. Mr. Dickey then asked the applicant if he under- stood that the improvement could be ordered in at a later date under an assessment district. The applicant indicated that he understood. /It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, seconded by Commissioner De Cocker, to grant the request for a modification to Section 8110, and waive the sidewalk requirement for property located at 7925 Graves Avenue. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 13. EXTENSION REQUEST - TENTATIVE TRACT 37812: Request by Loren Phillips and Associates for a six-month extension of approval for Tentative Tract 37812, located at 4445-47 Walnut Grove Avenue. The memorandum dated February 23., 1981 was presented by Mr. Carmona, and the recommendation for approval of a three-month extension was made. There was a discussion by the Commission with regard to the adequacy of the three-month extension. Commissioner Mattern expressed his concern that three months would not be sufficient time. The possibility of approving a longer period of time was discussed; however, it was decided to consider the time period as requested. It was moved by Commissioner De Cocker, seconded by Commissioner Cleveland, to grant a three-month extension to Tentative Tract 37812, located at 4445-47 Walnut Grove Avenue. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern -Noes: None 14. EXTENSION REQUEST --CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 76: Request by Don Bosco Tech_ nical Institute for an extension of Conditional Use Permit 76 to allow a one-day carnival on property located at 1151 San Gabriel Boulevard. The memorandum dated February 23, 1981 was presented by Ms. Christianson and the recommendation for approval was made. Commissioner Mattern asked if the $500,000 liability was sufficient insurance coverage. Commissioner Ritchie then stated his concern that it would not be. Mr. Paul Laventure, representing Don Bosco Technical Institute, stated that. the conditional use permit was requested to hold an open house. He informed the Commission that the proceeds from this event would go to tuition. He' further stated that the insurance policy acquired by the Los Angeles Archdiocese was in the amount of $500,000. in addition, he stated that security would be provided in the form of off-duty police officers. Commissioner Mattern stated that due to rising costs in recent years, he was concerned that $500,000 would not be sufficient coverage in the event of an accident. He further stated his belief that the cost to double the insurance would not be too costly. it was moved by Commissioner De Cocker, seconded by Commissioner Cleveland, to approve the extension of Conditional Use Permit 76, subject to the con- ditions set forth in the memorandum dated February 23, 1981. Commissioner Ritchie then stated that he did not believe that $500,000 was adequate, and requested that the cost of doubling the insurance be investigated. Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - March 2, 1981 Page Nine Commissioner De Cocker then suggested continuing this matter to the next regular meeting to allow the applicants time to investigate the cost of $1,000,000 insurance, and submit their findings to the Commission. There was then a discussion with regard to this'suggestion, and Mr. Laventure stated that the profit from this event may not be sufficient to cover the additional cost of premiums. Mr. Reisman then stated that perhaps the Commission could act on the ex- tension request, subject to the posting of a-$1,000,000 bond, and if the cost proved too great and this condition could not be complied with, they could apply for a modification of conditions for consideration at the March 16, 1981 regular meeting. Condition No. 1 was then amended to read as follows: 1. Don Bosco provide a copy of the certificate of insurance, indicating the City as co-insured in the amount of $1,000,000. There was then a discussion regarding the insurance coverage requirements for. school carnivals and other such events, and the basis for the increase in the insurance requirement. Commissioner De Cocker then withdrew his motion for approval, and Commissioner Cleveland withdrew his second to the motion. it was moved by Commissioner Ritchie, seconded by Commissioner Mattern, to grant the extension request for Conditional Use Permit 76, with the addition of the condition that the City will be named as an additional insured with minimum limits of liability of $1,000,000, and the other conditions as set forth in the memorandum dated February 23, 1981. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 15. PC RESOLUTION 81-5 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-210 FOR THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3357 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD. Commissioner Mattern stated that there was an error in Section 4, Condition 6 which was stated in the Resolution as follows: 6. Slats shall be added to storage area to provide visual relief. He stated the condition should be written as follows-: 6. Slats shall be added to the chain-link storage area; located outside the main building, on the southeast corner, to provide visual relief. There being no objections by the Commission, the amendment to Condition No. 6 was so ordered. It was moved by Commissioner De Cocker, seconded by Commissioner Ritchie, to waiver further reading and adopt PC Resolution 81-5, as amended. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 16. PC RESOLUTION 81-6 - A RESOLUTION OF THE,PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT'81-211 ALLOWING THE PLACEMENT OF A TEMPORARY TRAILER ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8930 MISSION DRIVE. Mr. Reisman read the Resolution by title only. It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, seconded by Chairman Lowrey, to waive.further reading and adopt PC Resolution 81-6. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None 17. PC RESOLUTION 81-7 - A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 81-212 TO ALLOW A THREE-DAY CIRCUS ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD AND MARSHALL STREET (ROSEMEAD SQUARE SHOPPING CENTER) Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - March 2, 1981 Page Ten Commissioner Ritchie inquired regarding when the term. of approval begins. Also discussed was the importance of the resolutions reflecting the terms. of approval granted by the Planning Commission. Mr. Carmona stated that the term of approval begins when the Commission gives it's approval, unless otherwise stated in the conditions of approval. Commissioner Mattern then inquired of Mr. Reisman whether or not the Commission could impose additional conditions on the Resolution if they had not been added at the time of the hearing. Mr. Resiman then stated that if the matter had not been discussed at the public hearing, it would not be appropriate to add a condition without the knowledge of the applicant. Commissioner Mattern then stated that traffic control and security had been discussed at the public hearing for Conditional Use Permit 81-212, however, it had not been added as a condition. He asked if a condition addressing it- self to this matter could be added to the Resolution. Mr. Reisman stated that it could not. Mr. Reisman read the Resolution by title only. It was stated by Commissioner Ritchie that at the public hearing for his pro- ject, an amount of coverage was named as.$1,000,000. In addition to this, Circus Vargas was to name the City of Rosemead as co-insured. He then requested that the additional information be added to Condition No. 1. In addition to this, Chairman Lowrey stated that he would like to have more than just a copy of the certificate submitted to the City. He suggested requiring an insurance policy, naming the City as co-insured, be submitted. It was then suggested that the vote on this matter be taken later in the meeting, to allow staff time to investigate the amount of insurance to be provided by Circus Vargas. 18. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE: On any matter Chairman Lowrey asked if anyone present wished to address the Commission. No one came forward. 19. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF A. Commissioner Mattern thanked Mr. Carmona for the synopsis of the City Council meeting. He stated that it had proved helpful to him. B. Commissioner Mattern then asked Mr. Carmona what the status of the letter to the City Council recommending the establishment of a local subdivision committee. Mr..Carmona stated that it was in the process of being written. C. Commissioner Mattern then requested that staff investigate the cost of insurance policies for carnivals, etc., in the sums of $1,000,000 and $500,000. At this point, Mr. Carmona stated that the insurance coverage.to be provided by Circus Vargas was $500,000. In addition to this, he stated that the conditions of approval listed in the Resolution were as stated on the Staff Report. The discussion regarding the adoption of PC Resolution 81-7 was continued at this time. Mr. Reisman then stated that the appropriate motion would be to adopt PC Resolution 81-7, as stated with the modification in Section 4, Part 1 to read: 1. Vargas Productions, Inc._ shall provide the City with a copy of the cer= 'tificate of insurance verifying the coverage in the sum of $500,000 and naming the City as a co-insured. Planning Commission Minutes Regular Meeting - March 2, 1981 Page Eleven it was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, seconded by Commissioner De Cocker, to adopt PC Resolution 81-7, as stated with the modification in Section 4, Part 1. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: De Cocker, Cleveland, Lowrey, Ritchie, Mattern Noes: None Chairman Lowrey then stated that'Ymatters,From City Officials and staff" would continue. D. Commissioner Ritchie then stated that he would like to change the Ordinance for small car parking to require parking spaces for small cars be a minimum of 8 feet by 14 feet. He asked staff what would be involved in achieveing this amendment to the Ordinance. Mr. Carmona stated that an amendment to the zoning Ordinance would re- quire public notification and a public hearing. Mr. Dickey then sug- gested that staff prepare a memorandum detailing the necessary process to amend the Zoning Ordinance. Staff was then directed to provide the Commission with the requested information at the next meeting. E. Commissioner De Cocker stated that he would like to compliment Mr. Carmona on the way the Resolutions were being written. F. Chairman Lowrey requested the scheduling:of a study session to review the Condominium Ordinance. After some discussion, it was decided to schedule the study session for March 9, 1981, at 6:00 p.m. 20. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, Chairman Lowrey adjourned the meeting at 11:05 p.m. to the Study Session scheduled for March 9, 1981, at 6:00 p.m.