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PC - Minutes 01-21-80I' ! CITY OF ROSEMEAD 8838 VALLEY BOULEVARD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 21, 1980 MTNi7TF. S 1. CALL TO ORDER - The regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was called to order by Chairman Ritchie.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 De Tora. The Invocation was delivered by Commissioner Lowrey. 2. ROLL CALL - Present: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy.(excused) Ex Officio: Dickey, Kress, Sullivan, Christianson, Fernandez 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular meeting, January 7, 1980. It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner De Tora, to approve the foregoing minutes as printed. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) 4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - On items not on the Agenda The Chairman asked if anyone present wished to address the Commission. No one came forward. PUBLIC HEARINGS Chairman Ritchie stated that the Commission would take Item No. 8, Conditional Use Permit 79-174, out of order. 5. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 79-174: Request by Arcadio B. Hernandez for the sale of alcoholic beverages for on-site consumption in conjunction with a bar, known as "Mi Jacalito", and located at 9736 Valley Boulevard. The Staff Report was presented by Mr. Sullivan. The Public Hearing was opened by Chairman Ritchie.at 7:35 p.m. The witness was administered the oath by the secretary. Proponent: Mr. Arcadio B. Hernandez 8032 Emerson Place Rosemead, California 91770 Mr. Hernandez addressed the Commission regarding his efforts to reduce the complaints and problems associated with this bar. Chairman Ritchie closed the Public Hearing at 7:45 p.m. There was a discussion by the Commission regarding the problems associated with this bar in the past, since it is located adjacent to a residential use. It was moved by.Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner Cleveland, to deny Conditional Use Permit 79-174. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) Planning Commission - Minutes Regular Meeting - January 21, 1980 Page Two 6. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 79-175: Request by ABC Child Development for the establishment of a pre-school/Head Start program to be located at 8618 Mission Drive. Mr. Sullivan presented the Staff Report. The Public Hearing was opened at 7:55 p.m. The witness was administered the oath by the secretary. Proponent: Mr. Ramon Cardenas 3433 West Beverly Boulevard Montebello, California Mr. Cardenas addressed the Commission regarding the proposed use of the site and answered questions by the Commissioners. The Public Hearing was closed at 8:05 p.m. There was a lengthy discussion by the Commission regarding the parking situation, the placement of the gates to keep through-traffic off of the grounds, the requirements of the Fire, Health and Building Departments, and the securing of an Occupancy inspection and permit. After this discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner De Tora, to continue this matter at the February 4, 1980, regular meeting. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) .Chairman Ritchie called for a recess at 8:55 p.m The meeting reconvened at 9:05 p.m. 7. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 79-171: Request by Michael and Ming.L. Liu for the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption in conjunction with an existing liquor store, known as "Casa De Liquor", and located at 2525 North San Gabriel Boulevard. The Staff Report was presented by Mr. Sullivan. The Public Hearing was opened at 9:10 p.m. The witness was administered the oath by the secretary. Proponent: - Mr. Michael Liu 75 West Le Roy Arcadia, California Mr. Wayne Burdick (Speaking for Mr. Liu) Mr. Burdick stated that he was speaking for the applicant, since the applicant did not speak English fluently, and he also stated that the applicant understood all of the conditions. The Public Hearing was closed at 9:15 p.m. There was a short discussion by the Commission. During this discussion, the Commission added the three following conditions: 4. This conditional use permit is approved for a period=of five (5) years, at which time the Commission may renew this permit without a public hearing. This conditional use permit is not transferable to future owners or occupants. Planning Commission - Minutes Regular Meeting - January 21, 1980 Page Three 5. The site is to be maintained free of litter,•trash and debris. The applicant shall comply with Section 5401-5415 of the Rosemead Municipal Code, which deals with the storage, collection.; accumulation and disposal of trash, garbage, litter and debris. 6. Applicant shall comply with the Building, Fire and Health Department codes and shall secure an Occupancy Permit. The Commission also amended Condition No. 2 to read: 2. The applicant shall resurface the parking lot and driveway and restripe within sixty (60) days after approval. It was moved by Commissioner De Tora, seconded by Commissioner Cleveland, to grant Conditional Use Permit 79-171, subject to the added conditions, and the amendment to Condition No. 2. ROLL.CALL VOTE - Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) _ 8. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 79-176: Request by Chung I. Kim for the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption in conjunction with an existing drive-through dairy, known as "Altadena Dairy", and located at 2124 San Gabriel Boulevard. The Staff Report was presented by Mr. Sullivan. The Public Hearing was opened at 9:25 p.m. The witness was administered the oath by the secretary. Proponent: Mr. Chung I. Kim 8733 Hermosa Drive San Gabriel, California Mr. Kim stated that he was purchasing the business because the former owner was experiencing health problems. He also stated that he intended to maintain the site in its present neat and orderly condition. There was a short discussion by the Commission with regard to the neat appearance of the site. During the course of the discussion, Commissioner Lowrey stated that he wished to amend Condition No. 5 to grant this permit for a period of five years, instead of the two years recommended by staff. The Chairman polled the Commission and all Commissioners present were in agreement. It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey, to approve Conditional Use Permit 79-176, subject to the amendment to Condition No. 5. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) OTHER BUSINESS 9. PARCEL MAP 12877: Request by Louis and Marcella Acuna to subdivide their lot at 3213 Burton Avenue. (Continued from January 7, 1980 regular meeting) Mr. Sullivan presented the memorandum to the Commission. He stated that staff had reviewed the site plan and found it to be unacceptable. There was a lengthy discussion by the Commission regarding the various changes that could be made in order to make this site plan more acceptable. It was brought to the attention of the Commission that the site plan-did not represent the set backs accurately. Planning Commission - Minutes Regular Meeting - January 21, 1980 Page Four PARCEL MAP 12877 (continued) Chairman Ritchie recommended that this matter be continued pending a conference between Mr. Sullivan and the applicants, to discuss and revise the site plan.. 10. TENTATIVE.TRACT 38303: Request by Eastways Development Corporation for the approval of a tentative tract map for a condominium project to be located at 4229-4309 Walnut Grove Avenue. Ms. Christianson presented the Staff Report. Commissioner De Tora asked the developer about the possibility of using solar energy in this project. The applicant agreed to investigate the matter. Chairman Ritchie requested that the applicant report his findings to the Commission. The applicant agreed to this request. Chairman Ritchie then inquired about the drainage for this project. He stated his concern regarding the flooding of Walnut Grove Avenue, and since this project was located on Walnut Grove Avenue he felt this was an important consideration. It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey, to approve Tentative Tract 38303, subject to the conditions and findings recommended by.staff. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) 11. PARCEL MAP 12934: Request by Shigetake Ohara for the subdivision of an existing R-1 lot into two parcels for property located at 3221 Rosemead Place. The Staff Report was presented by Mr. Sullivan. During his presentation he stated that Recommendation No. 2 under the Mapping Section of the County Engineer's Report would require a modification, since the applicant did not have enough square footage to meet the Fire Department's driveway recommendation. Mr. A.J. Bryant 3202 North Rosemead Place Rosemead, California Mr. Bryant addressed the Commission regarding the square footage requirements of this zone. There was a discussion by the Commission regarding the modification and it was the concensus of the Commission that they would grant a modification of Recommendation No. 2. In addition, the Commission added Condition No. 4, which requires the applicant to provide a 10-foot radius curve on the northwest corner of Parcel No. 1. , Mr. Joseph Gafkowski 8958 Emerson Place Rosemead, California Mr. Gafkowski expressed his opposition to the Commission granting a waiver in this case. It was moved by Commissioner De Tora, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey; to approve Parcel Map 12934, subject to the modification to Recommendation No. 2, and the addition of Condition No. 4. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) Planning Commission - Minutes Regular Meeting - January 21, 1980 Page Five 12. PARCEL MAP 7187: Request by Mary Chrisman for the subdivision of four parcels located at 2468-2462 Jackson Avenue, and 7605-7617 Highcli-ff. The Staff Report was presented by Mr. Sullivan. He informed the Commission that this parcel map had been approved previously, but final recordation had not been completed. There was a discussion by the Commission regarding the legality of requiring the applicant to dedicate a portion of the street to the City. The Commission was informed by the City Attorney that it is legal to do so. It was moved by Commissioner De Tora, seconded by Commissioner Cleveland, to approve Parcel Map 7187, as submitted. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) At this time, Mr. Sullivan stated that Mr. and Mrs. Acuna were now ready to submit their revised site plan for consideration by the Commission. PARCEL MAP 12877 (continued) Mr. Sullivan presented the revised site plan to the Commission. There was a short discussion by the Commission regarding the revisions in the site plan. It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, seconded by Commissioner Lowrey, to approve Parcel Map 12877, subject to the conditions recommended by staff and the revisions to the site plan. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) Chairman Ritchie called a recess at 10:25 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 10:35 p.m. 13. PARCEL MAP 12850: Request by Joyce Peppin for the subdivision of an existing lot into three parcels for property located at 4211-4213 Rio Hondo Avenue. PARCEL MAP 12852: Request by Christian Marcussen for the subdivision of an existing lot into two parcels for property located at 4217-4219 Rio Hondo Avenue. The Staff Report was presented by Mr. Sullivan. He reviewed the staff's recommendations for modifying the County Engineer's report. Commissioner De Tora requested that the Commission consider the addition of a condition requiring the utilities to be place underground. This was added as a condition. Chairman Ritchie stated that he wished to add a condition to the staff recommendations that these parcels could not be further subdivided. Mr. Morris Finley, designer of the project, addressed the Commission regarding the County Engineer's recommendations. `.He requested that the Commission modify the Water Section, since all sewers, etc. were already in place. It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, seconded by Commissioner De Tora, to approve Parcel Maps 12850 and 12852, subject to the modification--to the recommendations of the County Engineer, the Negative Declarations, and the added conditions. ROLL CALL VOTE.- Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) 14. MODIFICATION TO SECTION 8110: Request by Ralph Slemp for a waiver of the Planning Commission - Minutes Regular Meeting - January 21, 1980 Page Six MODIFICATION TO SECTION 8110 (continued) sidewalk requirement for property located at 2503 Evelyn Avenue. The memorandum was presented by Mr. Sullivan. It was moved by Commissioner Cleveland, seconded by Commissioner De Tora, to approve a modification to Section 8110, and waive the sidewalk requirement. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) 15. MODIFICATION TO SECTION 8110: Request by Robert V. Alderete for waiver of the sidewalk requirement for property located at 4503 Sultana. The memorandum was presented by Mr. Sullivan. It was moved by Commissioner Lowrey, seconded by Commissioner De Tora, to grant a modification of Section 8110, and waive the sidewalk requirement. ROLL CALL VOTE - Ayes: Lowrey, Ritchie, Cleveland, De Tora Absent: Handy (excused) 16. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - On any matter. Chairman Ritchie asked if anyone present wished to address the commission. No one came forward. 17. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS AND STAFF. a. Memorandum - Rules and Procedures for Commission Reorganization. The memorandum was presented by Mr. Sullivan. He informed the Commissioners that the Commission reorganization should take place at the first meeting in February. Staff was directed to place this item on the Agenda for the February 4, 1980 meeting. b. Memorandum - Stor-Mor Warehouse, 8635 Valley Boulevard. The memorandum was presented by Mr. Sullivan, who informed the Commission of the actions taken for compliance with the conditions set forth in their conditional use permit. C. Chairman Ritchie stated that he would like to continue the matter:of the adoption of Rules and Procedures for Public Hearings at the next meeting. Staff was directed to place this item on the next Agenda. d. Chairman Ritchie stated that the Study Session would be held on January 28, 1980, at 6:30 p.m., in the Conference Room. Under consideration is the Zoning Ordinance. e. The Commission was polled on their, attendance at the Planning Commission Seminar,,rto be held in San Diego. 18. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting adjourned to the Study Session, scheduled for January 28, 1980, at 6:30 p.m.