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PC - Minutes - 11-21-60CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of November 21, 1960 A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was held in the City Hall Council Chambers, 3954 Rosemead Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wilt at 8 :02 p.m. o'clock. 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Chairman Wilt. 2. Present: Buchanan, Casares,Kunz, Lieberg McCaffree, Wilt Absent: Wearden Ex officio: Boyko, Flanery, Pederson, Lazzarino 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Secretary Pederson stated that on Page 3, Item C, the last line should read "required in Zone Exception Case No. 5." It was moved by Casares, second by Lieberg and unanimously carried that the minutes of November 7, be approved as corrected. It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz and unanimously carried that the minutes of November 9, be tabled until another time. 4. OLD BUSINESS - PLOT PLAN NO 30 WANEITA BARNETT 4132 RIO HONDO AVENUE, PLOT PLAN NO. 31 DONALD WALKER 4204 RIO HONDO AVENUE. Attorney Boyko presented his conclusions in this matter and stated that development of these two Plot Plans simultaneously would constitute a subdivision, consequently the Commission would not have authority to approve the submitted Plot Plans. Advisor Flanery stated his findings supported Attorney Boyko's presentation and referred to Section 70 of flie City Subdivision Ordinance. Herbert M. Moore, Real Estate Agent, 8914 Callita Street, South San Gabriel, stated that property located between 10114 and 10120 Larosa and between 10526 and 10534 Olive Street was developed in the manner of the submitted plans. Mr. Jack Weber, 8632 E: Las Tunas Drive, Contractor, stated he did not feel this was a subdivision. ,1l"�= Commissioner Wearden arrived at this time. '(8:37 p.m.) Attorney Boyko read from the Subdivision Ordinance which clarified what constituted a subdivision. After further discussion, Mr. Boyko read from Section 6 of the Ordinance which outlined "modifications" and stated that were this matter presented to the Commission as a subdivision, they would have the authority to modify subdivision requirements. After further discussion it was moved by Casares, second by Lieberg that Plot Plan No. 30 and No. 31 be disapproved. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wilt. Noes: None. Abstentions: Wearden. Absent: None. It was moved by Casares, second by McCaffree that the Staff be instructed to meet with the applicants to see if a satisfactory proposal could be worked out to enable resub- mission of this item as a subdivision. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Noes None. Absent: None. 5. ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO PROTECTION AND REGULATION OF PUBLIC SIDE- WALKS; Attorney Boyko stated he was ready to present a revised Ordi- nance which embraced the corrections and suggestions of the Commission. Mr: Boyko also stated that according to Section 374B of the California Penal Code, any ordinance which under- takes to make a violation of the City Code that which already is covered by State Law, is ineffectual. Mr. Boyko also stated that an ordinance could be adopted if it could be determined that this ordinance would add an additional method of enforcement. It was moved by Lieberg, second by Kunz, that this item of business be tabled until the meeting of December 19, to give the Commission time to investigate it further. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. 6. EXTENSION APPROVAL ON TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 26231 Secretary Pederson read a letter from Noel Tamietti of Treadwell Engineering Corporation requesting an extension of two weeks on tentative Tract No. 26231. An extension was granted. 7. LETTER FROM CALIFORNIA CHRISTIA�rHOME REGARDING ZEC. 5 Secretary Pederson read a letter from the California Christian Home which requested vacation of 15 feet of right of way on . Grand Avenue. It was moved by Kunz, second by Buchanan that it be recommended to the Council that the 15 feet of right of way on the south side on Grand between Earle and Delta be vacated. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. 3. LETTER FROM STATE OF CALIF. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION REGARDING WELLS SCHOOL SITE. Secretary Pederson read a letter for the California Department of Education approving the acquisition by the Rosemead District of the additional property for the Wells School Site. 9. MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF A., MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 9, 1960 It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried that the Minutes of November 9, be considered at this time. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Lieberg, second by Casares that the Minutes of November 9, be approved as presented. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, Wearden, Wilt. Noes None. Abstentions: McCaffree. Absent: None. After considerable discussion, it was moved by Casares, second by Kunz that the City Council be advised that Site "B" would be the least desirable of those sites approved. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: McCaffree. Absent: None. -2- B. PROPERTY ON ROSE STREET. Chairman Wilt.asked Advisor Flanery why property at 9255 Rose Street was not presented to the Commission as a Plot Plan. Advisor Flanery stated he was not aware of this situation and would look into the matter. C. BUILDING PERMITS. Chairman Wilt reported on the Building Permits issued for the City of Rosemead and stated there had been a substantial increase. D. CONDITIONS ON HART STREET. Secretary Pederson gave a brief report on the conditions on Hart Street. E. REQUEST FOR MONTHLY REPORT. Chairman Wilt requested a copy of the October Report reflecting the activities of City Administration, Traffic Commission and Planning Commission. F. COMPLAINT. Chairman Wilt related a problem reported to him concerning a vacant lot located across from the Baptist Church on Walnut Grove. The resident adjacent to this property claim that the church -goers use this land as a parking lot and create a disturbing situation. It was suggested that the Board of Trustees of the Baptist Church be notified of this situation. G. PLANNING COMMISSION LETTERHEAD AND CARDS. Chairman Wilt requested information regarding the printing of cards and Planning Commission letterhead. Secretary Pederson stated the letterhead was ordered and secured the names of those Commissioners needing additional cards. H. COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS. Chairman Wilt appointed Committee Assignments. I. PARADE TRANSPORTATION. Chairman Wilt stated future transportation arrangements for parades should not include personal assistance. This matter should be handled through Automobile Agencies. J. FLOOD CONTROL. Chairman Wilt presented information concerning Flood Control conditions on Valley Boulevard and Mission Drive. It was pointed out that an existing bond would cover the cost of providing drainage facilities. After discussion, Attorney Boyko suggested that this natter be referred to the City Administrator. K. PLANNING CONGRESS. Chairman Wilt presented a letter from the Planning Congress inviting Rosemead Planning Commission to become a member. This matter was referred to McCaffree for investigation. L. STREET LIGHTING TOUR . Chairman Wilt invited the Commissioners to attend a street lighting tour, Friday, December 2, 6:30 p.m. which will leave from City Hall. M. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES. Chairman Wilt presented a brief synopsis of the League of California Cities meeting. N. SIGN AND BILLBOARD VIOLATIONS. Chairman Wilt asked if certain signs were in violation of the sign and bill "board ordinance and how it could be determined whether these signs had been erected before or after the passing of this ordinance. Attorney Boyko pointed out that this matter could be handled by requesting invoices, purchase orders, etc., from those in question. -3- • 9 It was moved by Kunz, second by Casares and unanimously carried that the meeting of November 21, be adjourned. Meeting adjourned 11:00 p.m. o'clock. Next regular meeting December 5, 1960. CHAIRMAN SECRETARY -4-