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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD,_ CALIFORNIA
PLANNING COMMISSION
Minutes of September 5, 1961
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City
of Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers, 8815 East
Valley Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by
Chairman Wilt at 7:36 o'clock p.m.
1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Secretary Pederson.
2. Present: Commissioners: Wearden, Casares, Buchanan, Wilt,
McCaffree, Kunz, Lieberg.
Absent: Commissioners: None.
Ex officio: Boyko, Flanery, Pederson, Phillips.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: September 5, 1961.
(MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, and unanimously
carried that the minutes of August 21, 1961, be approved
as printed.
ADMINISTRATIVE:
OLD BUSINESS
4. PLOT PLAN NO. 65 - J. S. HERRERA - 4634 North Ivar Avenue -
Santa Anita Construction Co. (Final Map)
Secretary Pederson explained that this is the final map
and meets the requirements of the Small Subdivision Ordinance.
(MO) It was moved by Lieberg, second by McCaffree, that the final
map of Plot Plan No. 65 be approved and accepted.
(RC) Roll call vote
Buchanan, Wilt,
Absent: None.
NEW BUSINESS
LEGISLATIVE:
was as follows: Ayes: Wearden, Casares,
McCaffree, Kunz, Lieberg, Noes: None.
None
OLD BUSINESS
5. SMALL SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE: DISCUSSION.
Secretary Pederson stated that this item is for the possi-
bility of changing the small subdivision ordinance No. 63.
Two proposed ordinances were submitted by the Attorney,
Ordinance " A " would still require that the final map be
submitted to the Planning Commission for approval, Ordinance
"B" would eliminate this requirement.
Commissioner Lieberg stated that Ordinance No. 63 is a good
sound ordinance and that surveying and the placement of land
markings or monuments is necessary, and that a final linen
map would be helpful to the City for future reference.
After lengthy discussion Chairman Wilt asked if there were
any builders or developers who would like to speak on this
matter.
Wayne Bowe, Wybo Construction Company, Rosemead, stated his
main objection in Ordinance No. 63, were items 4, 6, and 14
of Section 9413, also the time element involved in having
the final map come before the Planning Commission.
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Marvin Carter, Realtor, San Gabriel, stated that any procedure
taking over thirty (30) days becomes very costly.
(MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Wilt that the Planning
Commission recommend to the City Council that Ordinance "B"
as revised by the City Attorney be adopted.
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wearden, Casares,
Buchanan, Wilt, McCaffree, Kunz, Lieberg. Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Chairman Wilt asked that the Commission be supplied with
copies of the revised ordinance.
Chairman Wilt declared a recess at 9:20 o'clock p.m.
Meeting reconvened at 9:34 o'clock p.m.
6. BUFFER ZONE ORDINANCE - ATTORNEY
Attorney Boyko stated that he does not have the drafted
ordinance prepared at this time. It was his understanding
that Mr. Mansur was to work on this also.
(MO) After a general discussion on this matter it was moved by
McCaffree, second by Buchanan, that the Planning Commission
recommend to the City Council that a sixty (60) day extension
be adopted for the existing interim zoning ordinance No. 74.
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wearden, Casares,
Buchanan, Wilt, McCaffree, Kunz, Lieberg. Noes: None.
Absent: None.
Attorney Boyko stated that his office will have a proposed
drafted buffer zone ordinance ready for the next meeting.
He further stated that Planning Consultant Mansur should
come to the next meeting and discuss this matter.
7. COMMISSIONER COMPENSATION: REPORT.
Secretary Pederson stated that the Council accepted the
no monthly compensation decision by the Planning Commission.
He further stated that Commissioners should file for all
expenses pertaining to any planning matters.
8. ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 1 - REPORT OF COUNCIL ACTION.
Secretary Pederson stated that this matter has been referred
from the City Council, back to the Planning Commission and
that Mr. Mansur should make a recommendation regarding this
matter.
City Administrator Farrell suggested that this matter be
discussed tonight because to make any change of decision
in this matter another public hearing would be necessary.
Attorney Boyko stated that in order to have another public
hearing there would need to be a change of facts, information,
area or boundaries, etc.
Chairman Wilt stated it would be best if this were a property
owner initiated zone change request with petitions, etc.
(MO) After considerable discussion it was moved by Buchanan,
second by Kunz, that this matter be held over until next
meeting and further information is received.
Attorney Boyko stated that the receipt of petitions, a recom-
mendation from Planning Consultant Mansur, and maps of the
area would be most useful in this matter for the possibility
of another public hearing.
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(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wearden, Casares,
Buchanan, Wilt, McCaffree, Kunz, Lieberg, Noes: None.
Absent: None.
NEW BUSINESS None.
9. MATTERS FROM COMMISSION AND STAFF
A. Economic Stabilization Conference September 12, 1961
Secretary Pederson stated that the City Council authorized
two Planning Commissioners to attend the Civil Defense
Economic Stabilization Conference, Tuesday, September 12,
1961, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Commissioners Buchanan and Kunz were selected to attend
this conference with Commissioner McCaffree to act as a
substitute.
Commissioner Lieberg stated he would like to have copies
of any literature or brochures available at this conference.
B. Southern California Planning Congress Meeting Sept. 14, 1961.
Secretary Pederson stated that the Southern California Plan-
ning Congress will meet Thursday night, September 14, 1961,
in Long Beach. Subject for this meeting is "Urban Renewal ".
Three reservations were authorized.
C. West San Gabriel Valley Planning Council
Secretary Pederson stated that the West San Gabriel Valley
Planning Council will meet at Eatons in Arcadia, on Friday
noon, September 8, 1961. Three reservations were authorized
for this meeting.
D. Billboard Ordinance
Secretary Pederson stated he did not have his report pre-
pared as he needs more data and information.
E. West Covina's Master Plan
Chairman Wilt stated that anyone interested in attending the
meetings at West Covina regarding the presentation of their
Master Plan to please contact him for the dates, time, etc.
F. Sewer Lines
Chairman Wilt asked about sewer connections on streets that
are being resurfaced, are cesspools still permitted and what
is the time limit regarding sewer hook ups to main lines?
City Administrator Farrell stated he would check into this
matter.
G. Resignation of Secretary
Chairman Wilt stated that the Commission is very sorry to
loose Secretary Pederson as he has done a very good job,
and would like a letter stating these facts to be sent to
Mr. Pederson.
H. Storm Drains
Commissioner Lieberg stated he would like to know when we
are going to install storm drains on Valley Blvd., Ivar Ave.
to Mission Drive and Valley Blvd. to the Eaton Wash.
City Administrator Farrell stated that there has been no
definite date but installation just prior to the widening
of Mission Drive would seem logical, also Valley Blvd.
would be a State project.
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1. Street Widths
Commissioner Lieberg stated the street widths the City
Council set did not agree with the recommendations of
the Planning Commission and he would like to see a 40'
minimum.
(MO) It was moved by Casares, second by Kunz, and unanimously
carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at
11;12 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting will be SEptember
18, 1961.
CHAIRIfAN SECRETARY
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