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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
PLANNING COMMISSION
Minutes of December 3, 1962
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of
Rosemead was held in the Council Cambers, 3315 East Valley
Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Wilt
at 7:37 o'clocK p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Casares.
2. Present: Commissioners: Casares, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan,
McCaffree, Crabtree, Wilt.
Absent: Commissioners: None.
Ex officio: Boyi<o, Flanery, Phillips, Wroe.
Chairman Wilt stated that he would turn the meeting over to
Commissioner Casares to act as Chairman at this meeting.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: November 19, 1962
Commissioner Buchanan stated that on page 1, Item 4, paragraph 3,
third line after the wort; "City' add "under the 701 program "..
Commissioner Buchanan stated that on page 2, Item 9, third line
after the word "that" add "only ".
(MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Taylor, and unanimously carried
that the minutes of November 19, 1962, be approved as corrected.
ADMINISTRATIVE:
OLD BUSINESS - None.
4. PLANNING COMMISSION ATTACHE CASES:
Commissioner Wilt asked when the Commissioners would receive
their attache cases:
Secretary Wroe explained the staff is checking into the various
types of cases to make sure the most convenient and practical
type is obtained.
NEW BUSINESS
5. PLOT PLAN NO. 113 - ARTESIA INVESThi_NT CORPORATION - 9314 EAST
GLEINDON WAY
Advisor Flanery presented the factual data regarding this plot
plan. This is for the development of three single family dwellings
with one existing residence. It was pointed out that the lot
areas are incorrect, therefore the staff recommends that this
plot plan be denied as there is insufficient square footage on
lots B and C, also a cul de sac should be created or turn around
area provided.
Commissioner Buchanan stated that there would be a drainage
problem on this lot as there is such a problem on the lot to
the west.
(MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Crabtree, that plot plan no. 113
be denied due to the insufficient square footage on the parcels..
Attorney Boyko explained that if the applicant is not the legal
owner, the legal owner should be shown on the final plot plan.
Commissioner Crabtree asked tree applicant if he wished to withdraw
his plot plan without prejudice at this time.
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S.P. Van Petten, Pres., Artesia Investment Corp., stated that he
had no comments as to the legal ownership and did not wish to
withdraw his plot plan at this time.
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Taylor, Kunz,
Buchanan, McCaffree, Crabtree, Casares. Noes: None. Absent:
None..
Attorney Boyko stated that the applicant has the right to appeal
this decision to tie City Council within 1 days of receipt of
written notice of this action.
Attorney Boyko suggested that the matter of legal ownership
should be referred to the City Administrator's office for further
investigation.
(MO) It was moved by Kunz, second by Taylor that the City Administrator
be instructed to ascertain the legal owner of this property
(9314 E. Glendon Way) and report back to the Planning Commission.
(RC) Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan,
McCaffree, Crabtree, Casares. Noes: None. Absent: None.
6. ROSEMEAD SCHOOL DISTRICT - ACQUISITION OF SEVEN PARCELS OF LAND
FOR SCHOOL EXPANSION.
Secretary Wroe read this communication in full and stated teat
under the State Education Code Section 15004, the City Planning
Commission is required to submit a written report recommending
the use of these parcels.
Dr. Rodney Mahoney, Supt., Rosemead School District stated that
the acquisition of seven parcels is necessary for the expansion
of Marshall and Muscatel School.
Attorney Boyko explained that the Secretary of the Planning
Commission should make a written report within 30 days to the
School District of their recommendations.
(MO) it was moved by Crabtree, second by McCaffree, that the Planning
Commission Secretary make a report to the Rosemead School District
that the approval for acquisition of land is favorable and this
plan does conform to the proposed General Plan.
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan,
McCaffree, Crabtree, Casares. Noes: None. Absent: none.
LEGISLATIVE:
OLD BUSINESS
7. BILLBOARD REPORT:
Secretary Wroe stated it has been suggested by the City Administra-
tor that the Planning Commission set up a meeting with the billboar�
companies to discuss this matter for further consideration.
Commissioner Wilt stated that Commissioners Taylor and Casares
are on the billboard committee.
Commissioner McCaffree stated he has a report regarding billboards
entitled "Control of Outdoor Advertising, Federal Law and Standard:
from the U.S. Department of Commerce which he felt the Commissioners
should receive copies and review this report.
(MO) It was moved by Crabtree, second by Kunz, and unanimously carried
that the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and Subdivision Ordinance
are much more important, therefore the billboard report should be
postponed for 90 days or the closest meeting. (March 4, 1963)
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NEW BUSINESS
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8. SET DATE FOR SECOND PUBLIC HEARING - GENERAL PLAN
Acting Chairman Casares stated that the next Public Hearing should
be held on an open forum basis to be held at the school.
Commissioner Bucianan stated that he felt it is Mr. Mansur job
to present the General Plan to the public.
Secretary Wroe explained that the general procedure for the
second hearing is to consider the General Plan by sections asking
if there are any questions or suggestions. When one section or
portion is covered then the Commission would proceed to the next
portion in the same manner.
(MO) It was moved by Wilt, second by Crabtree, and unanimously carried
that the Second Public Hearing on tiie General Plan will be held
Monday, December 17, 1962 in the Muscatel School, at 8 :00 o'clock
p.m.
9. REFERRAL OF FREEWAY AND.HIGHWAY PORTIONS OF THE GENERAL PLAN TO
THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION.
Secretary Wroe stated that this request came from the first Public
;-tearing discussions and it was felt this portion of the General
Plan should be considered by the Traffic Commission.
After short discussion, Acting Chairman Casares stated if there
were no objections pages 60 -73 of the proposed General Plan would
be referred to the Traffic Commission for study and comments.
This to be done by letter of transmittal and an early reply would
be appreciated. There were no objections and it was so ordered.
10. PETITIONS REQUESTING ZONE CHANGES:
1. 9200 RAMONA BOULEVARD TO RIO HONDO
2. ROSEMEAD PLACE
3. CORTADA STREET
Secretary Wroe stated t.at the City had received 3 petitions
requesting zone changes from A -1 and R -1 to R -3.
(MO) it was moved by McCaffree, second by Crabtree that these petitions
for zone change be referred to Everett Mansur to study and comment
on at the Planning Commission meeting of January 7, 1962.
Commissioner Wilt stated these petitions were presented at the
Public Hearing meeting of November 19, 1962 and felt that these
should be considered at the next Public Hearing.
(SMO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Crabtree, and unanimously
carried that these petitions be studied by Everett Mansur and
comments be prepared and available for the Second Public Hearing
meeting of December 17, 1962.
11. LOT SPLIT REPORT
Secretary Wroe stated that this report is completed and the
Committee has be dissolved.
General discussion was held that this report should not be
discussed this evening.
Commissioner Wilt stated that when this report is discussed
Frank DiNoto should be present as he did a very good job as
Chairman for this committee.
Acting Chairman Casares stated if there were no objections the
lot split report could be discussed at the meeting of January
7, 1962, witil the proposed subdivision ordinance.
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Attorney Boyko explained that the General Plan should be adopted
before any hearings are held on the zoning ordinance.
12. COMMUNICATIONS
A. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PLANNING CONGRESS
Secretary Wroe stated there will be a meeting Thursday, December
13, 1962, 7:00 o'clock, at the Gourmet Restaurant, Disneyland
Hotel, Anaheim. Subject for this meeting will be "Uniform
Zoning Ordinance," speaker, Milton Brievogel, Director of Planning,
Los Angeles County Regional Planning Commission.
Acting Chairman Casares asked that six reservations be made for
this meeting.
13. MATTERS FROM COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF
A. ZONE EXCEPTION CASE NO. 15 - C & H SALES
Secretary Wroe stated that a request had been received to change
the fencing on the north boundary of this property.
Advisor Flanery explained that C & H Sales wished to move the
proposed warehouse to the north boundary, thus a 6 foot masonry
wall would not be needed at this point on the property. However,
there should be no windows on the north side of this building.
(MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Taylor, that the Planning
Commission is in favor of this request to locate the warehouse
building on the north property line.
Advisor Flanery stated that C & H Sales should submit a revised
plot plan showing the building on the north property line and
being in substantial compliance with condition No. 7 of the
approval of Zone Exception Case No.. 15.
After further discussion McCaffree withdrew his motion with
agreement of second.
(MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Taylor that the staff is
authorized to accept this request as it is in substantial com-
pliance with the original approval of Zone Exception Case No. 15.
(RC) Roll call vote was as follows: Ayes: Wilt, Taylor, Kunz, Buchanan,
McCaffree, Crabtree, Casares. Noes: None. Absent: None.
B. ZONE CHANGE REQUESTS
Jerald Ramey, owner of 9349 E. Glendon Way, asked how to change
his property to R -3 Zone?
Victor Schmuck, 9353 E. Glendon Way, stated he felt R -3 zoning
would help to clean up this area.
Attorney Boyko stated that this should be brought up at the Public
Hearing of December 17, 1962.
C. PLOT PLAN WO. 52 - 3504 and 3510 N. RIO HONDO AVENUE
Commissioner lqilt stated that this lot split has never been
developed and that the expiration date should be ckecked into and
if necessary a letter giving notice of Revocation should be sent.
D. ORDINANCE NO. 102 - RE: PARKING REQUIREMENTS
Commissioner Wilt brought up discussion regarding the word
"exclusive" being used in this ordinance.
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E. WATER COMPANY REPORT
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Commissioner Wilt asked if this report had been prepared as yet?
Secretary Wroe stated that it is still in the process of being
prepared by the staff.
F. LOTS HAVING COMBINED ZONES
Commissioner Wilt stated that Item S of the November 19th meeting
were Mrs. Page owner of property on Walnut Grove stated that her
lot was in two Zones therefore restricting the higher use of this
property. There are several of these properties in the City and
they should be checked into.
G. SHELL SERVICE
WAY
Commissioner Wilt
was violating the
Zone Exception Ca
to write a letter
STATION - CORNER ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD AND GLENDON
stated that the service station at this location
parking requirements imposed in the approval of
se No. 11. The City Administrator was requested
regarding this violation.
H. PROPERTY AT 4113 NORTH ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD
Commissioner Wilt stated that Dr. Butters, owner of this property
wished to enlarge the parking area, however the rear property is
in R -2 Zone.
Advisor Flanery stated he would need to file for a Zone Exception
unless this property is a proposed P -Zone in the General Plan.
PROBLEM OF HORSES ETC. IN A -1 ZONES
Commissioner Wilt stated that this problem was brought up at the
last Public Hearing of the General Plan.
Discussion was held as to whether the Commission should initiate
the change of A -1 to R -1 for the whole city or if it should be
done piecemeal.
Advisor Flanery stated that on page 73 of the proposed Zoning
Ordinance this use could continue for 3 years.
J. PLANNING ADVISOR MEETING NIGHTS
Discussion was held in regard to Advisor Ray Cushman attending
the meetings, however, there has been no change in meeting nights
by Temple City, therefore there will be no change at the present
time.
K. UPPER SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
Councilman Stead stated that there will be a color slide presentati:
at the next Council meeting regarding the water problem in the
Upper San Gabriel Valley.
(MO) It was moved by McCaffree, second by Kunz, that the meeting adjourn.
Meeting adjourned at 10 :26 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting
Monday, December 17, 1962, at 7:30 o'clock p.m.
CHAIRMAN
SECRETARY