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PC - Minutes - 04-03-61CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA PLANNING COMMISSION Minutes of April 3, 1961 A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers; 395'+ North Rosemead Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wilt at 8:04 o'clock p.m. 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Advisor Flanery. 2. Present: Commissioners: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden. Wilt. Absent: Commissioners: None. Ex officio: Boyko, Flanery, Pederson, Phillips. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Chairman Wilt stated that on page 1, item 4, line 1, the word "looked" should read "worked ". (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Wilt and unanimously carried that the minutes of March 20, 1961, be approved as corrected. OLD BUSINESS ADMINISTRATIVE 4. PLOT PLAN NO. 50 (Revised) - GRAEBER l; CROFFORO 9333 E. Glendon Way - CIRCLE BEE CONSTRUCTION Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. Chairman Wilt stated that the garage on Parcel " A " should be shown as a new double garage. Commissioner Lieberg stated that the driveway should have a low center to drain towards Glendon Way, also the guest parking should remain. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Casares, that Plot Plan No. 50 be approved subject to staff recommendations as to the surfacing of the paved areas, guest parking to remain, and that the driveway be so constructed to drain towards Glendon Way. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. NEW BUSINESS 5. PLOT PLAN NO. 56 - ALVIN BALLING - 4132 N. Rio Hondo Ave. LUCKY HOME BUILDERS Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan. He further stated that the driveway should be 16' wide instead of 15', also there are no curbs and gutters or sidewalks at this location. Attorney Boyko asked who the owner is of the adjacent pro- perty and also if the approval of this proposed develop- ment is part of the escrow conditions. - 1 - 0 Ll Mr. Alvin Balling, owner, 119 North ElMolino Street, Alhambra, stated that he is not the owner of the adjacent property and that the escrow is completed. Secretary Pederson referred to Plot Plan No. 44, 4204 North Rio Hondo Avenue, which is located near this property and listed the conditions which were applied to Plot Plan No. 44. (MO) It was moved'by Lieberg, second by Casares that Plot Plan No. 56 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. That the driveway be constructed to provide the maxi- mum amount of drainage on to Rio Hondo Avenue. 2. That the driveway be 16' wide. 3. That the driveway surfacing have a 4" type A base and a 2 pre mix surface. 4. That curbs and gutters be installed on Rio Hondo Avenue. 5. That individual sewer lines be provided under the driveway. 6. That the applicant file an affidavit to the effect that he has no interest or connection in the northerly adjoining lot. Mr. Balling asked why he had to go to the additional expense of curbs and gutters and individual sewer lines. Commissioner Buchanan stated that the Commission must look to the future for the betterment of Rosemead in regard to these conditions. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. 6. PLOT PLAN NO. 52 - WILLIE BROWN - 4214 N. Bartlett Avenue - SHOREWOOD INC. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan and stated also that there are curbs and gutters at this location. Commissioner Buchanan stated that this size lot has room for three houses and that the south side could provide a wider driveway. Also, the sewer lines and grade levels for drainage should appear on this plot plan. (MO) It was moved by Buchanan, second by Wilt that Plot Plan No. 52 be held over until the April 17, 1961, meeting and that the applicant be advised to submit a revised plot plan showing the slope of the ground and individual sewer lines. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. 7. PLOT PLAN NO. 53 - SHELDON KROOP - 3823 N. Walnut Grove Ave. - LA COSTA BUILDERS, INC. Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot plan and further stated that this size lot could be a subdivision. Chairman Wilt stated that this property is across the street from a previous subdivision, and that in the future there is a possibility of a zone change for this location. - 2 - Sheldon Kroop, 423 North Lincoln, Monterey Park, the owner's son, stated that he proposed to build a 1,826 sq. foot home with a 20' x 26' garage. He does not care for a rental type development. Chairman Wilt stated that this is a beautiful piece of ground but feels this is not the type of development to do it justice. Attorney Boyko stated that if there is a zone change for multiple dwellings this lot would be so cut -up that the applicant could not take advantage of it. Commissioner Buchanan stated that Walnut Grove Avenue is scheduled for widening in the near future which would in- clude curbs, gutters and other improvements. Mr. Kroop stated that a previous attempt to change this zoning had been turned down by the Regional Planning Com- mission. Advisor Flanery stated that in the past there was no need for multiple dwellings in this area; however, with the construction of the freeway and improvement of Walnut Grove Avenue this conditon has changed. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried that Plot Plan No. 53 be deferred until the meeting of April 17, 1961. 8. REQUEST FOR MODIFICATION OF CONDITION - TR 26273 - TREADWELL ENGINEERING Secretary Pederson explained this request for modification in the conditions for TR 26273, and referred to the Memo which was sent to all Commissioners. (MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Wilt that the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council that the word "utility" be removed from Conditions No. 8 & 10 in the letter of approval for TR 26273. (RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Casares, Kunz, Lieberg, McCaffree, Wearden, Wilt. Noes: None. Absent: None. Attorney Boyko was excused at 9:55 o'clock p.m. OLD BUSINESS LEGISLATIVE 9. REPORT RE: RECOMMENDATION FOR MINIMUM'PAVEMENT THICKNESS: ADVISOR FLANERY. Advisor Flanery stated that the Commissioners had copies of the report on minimum pavement thickness recommending the use of 2" pre mix (which is an asphalt and rock mix- ture) on a 4" aggregate base type "A ". Chairman Wilt stated that most of Rosemead north of the freeway is a sandy loam soil, whereas south of the freeway it tends to be a black swampy type soil. Commissioner Lieberg asked if it would be possible to re- quire 3 pre mix instead of 2 however, this would make an additional cost to developers. - 3 - • 0 Secretary Pederson stated this could become an item of policy if approved. (MO) It was moved by Lieberg that this recommendation of Advisor Flanery be accepted as a standard policy of this Commis- sion with the exception that the 2 be 3" pre mix. Motion died for lack of a second. Advisor Flanery stated he would like to discuss this matter further with the Road Department. Commissioner Lieberg stated he would like to have Advisor Flanery investigate concrete driveways in comparison to 3 thick asphalt and report at the next meeting. Commissioner Casares was excused at 10:05 o'clock p.m. Chairman Wilt declared a five minute recess at 10:05 o'clock p.m. Meeting reconvened at 10:15 o'clock p.m. 10. TENTATIVE POLICIES FOR ADMINISTERING NEW ORDINANCES: SECRETARY PEDERSON. Secretary Pederson explained the reappearance of this item on the agenda. It will take a little more time to put this report together. Chairman Wilt stated that the Commission has adopted particu- lar policies and the Secretary will compile these in a pamph- let in the near future. Commissioner Lieberg stated that the first 8 or 10 meetings contained many of these policies. He further stated he would like to have the agenda closed not later than 8 days before the next meeting, as there is not time to investigate these plot plans. Advisor Flanery stated that the shorter the time for pro- cessing these plot plans the more favorable it is to the applicants. The County process prior to incorporation re- quired approximately 10 days; however, the procedure is much better now in that much more careful attention can be given to the proposals. Advisor Flanery was excused at 10:37 o'clock p.m. Il. MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF. A. Southern California Planninq Congress Communication: ecretary Pederson announced that the next Southern Califor- nia Planning Congress meeting will be April 19, in Manhattan Beach. Topic under discussion will be "Development of Marina Areas in Southern California ". B. San Gabriel Vallev Chamber of Commerce Meetinq: Secretary Pederson announced the next meeting of the San Gabriel Valley Chamber of Commerce will be a luncheon at the T & J Restaurant on April 11. The speaker will be Milton Brievogel, and the topic is "The Story of Growth of the San Gabriel Valley ". C. Ordinances - Plannin Commission: a Secretary Pe erson stte t at the curb, gutter and sidewalk and lot split ordinances were introduced at the last City Council meeting. - 4 - r D. Mileage Reimbursement Chairman Wi t sT tatea that at the last City Council meeting a policy for mileage reimbursement for Planning Commissioners was adopted. E. Park St uder Committee: Chairmar Wilt stated that Commissioner Kunz would represent the Planning Commission on the Park Study Committee. This Committee is being appointed by Mayor Andersen. F. Plot Plan No. 36: Chairman WT t stated that the City Council should be noti- fied of the Planning Commission's action on Plot Plan No. 36. G. Agenda Discussion: Chairman Wit stated that possibly a preliminary agenda could accompany the mailing of the minutes and then the final agenda could be' mailed at its regular time. H. Composting Operation Commissioner Buchanan questioned the composting situation on Delta Avenue, as he has received calls regarding this. Secretary Pederson stated that Mr. Tillery had been noti- fied that it would be a violation to use these composting bins. 1. Rosemead Chamber of Commerce: Commissioner McCa free announced the open meeting of the Chamber of Commerce will be Thursday, April 27, at 8:00 o'clock p.m. at the Muscatel School. Plans are being made for the Mr. & Miss Rosemead contest, festival days and street lighting celebration. Chairman Wilt stated that the Planning Commission should take part in this lighting celebration. J. Budget 1961 -6 Commissioner Lieberg stated that the office staff for the Planning Commission should be budgeted properly to get the minutes, etc. out on time. Secretary Pederson stated that preliminary budget work sheets would be distributed to the Commissioners for con- sideration by the next regular meeting. (MO) It was moved by Wearden, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 11:10 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting will be April 17, 1961. CHAIRMAN SECRETARY - 5 -