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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
PLANNING COMMISSION
Minutes of August 17, 1965
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission was held
in the Council Chambers at 8815 E. Valley Boulevard.
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Taylor at
7:33 o'clock p.m.
1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Pike.
Attorney Brown gave the Invocation.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners: Holmes, Kunz, Pike, Taylor
Absent: Commissioner Buchanan
Ex officio: Brown, Lands, Meyer, Skophammer
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: July 20, 1965
Commissioner Kunz referred to agenda item 7, page 3, (RC)
and stated that she voted no to the motion, and that the
minutes be corrected accordingly.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Kunz, second by Commissioner Pike,
and unanimously carried that the minutes of July 20, 1965 be
approved as corrected.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: August 3, 1965
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner
Pike, and unanimously carried that the minutes of August 3, 1965
be approved as written.
4. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS
THE COMMISSION
There were none.
ADMINISTRATIVE:
OLD BUSINESS
5. PLOT PLAN NO...206 REVISED
Rae M. & Lauequetta W. Kawamoto (0 /A)
3728 Bartlett (Site)
Advisor Skophammer presented the factual data regarding this
revised plot plan.
Discussion followed regarding inadequate guest parking, easement
over Parcel "A" for ingress and egress to Parcel "B", and
certification that Flood Control has abandoned easement at the
rear of the two parcels.
Mrs. Raymond Alvarez, 3728 Bartlett, prospective owner of Parcel
"A ", Jay Stringham of Valley Craft Construction representing the
owner /applicants Mr. & Mrs. Kawamoto, and Mrs. Kawamoto all
answered questions pertaining to this proposed lot split.
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(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner
Pike, that Plot Plan No. 206 Revised be approved subject to
the following conditions:
1. Two guest parking spaces, Parcel "A" to be dimensioned
and as shown on the revised plot plan.
2. That 300 sq.. ft. easement over Parcel "A" is granted to
Parcel "B" for ingress and egress.
3. Two guest parking spaces, Parcel "B" to be dimensioned
and as shown on revised plot plan.
4. Verification in writing from Flood Control, that 20 ft.
easement at rear of Parcels "A" and "B" has been abandoned.
5. Standard requirements that apply.
Commissioner Pike stated., that in his opinion, Parcel "A" is
290 sq. ft. short of being a legal 5,000 sq. ft, parcel.
(110 Roll call vote on the motion was as follows:
Ayes: Commissioners: Holmes., Pike, Taylor
Noes: Commissioner Kunz
Absent: Commissioner Buchanan
NEW BUSINESS
6, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 3
Public Hearing
Valley Rehabilitation Center (A)
3345 No. Bartlett (Site)
Advisor Skophammer presented the factual data pertaining to this
request for a Conditional Use Permit to establish, operate and
maintain a facility to provide board, lodging and guidance to
those women wishing to recover from alcoholism.
Attorney Brown administered the oath to those wishing to testify
at this public hearing.
Chairman Taylor declared the public hearing open at 8:25 o'clock
p .m.
Lyle Larson, 9047 E. Garrett, stated that he is the owner of the
subject property and upon approval of the Conditional Use Permit
would lease the property to the Valley Rehabilitation Center.
He explained the purpose of the proposed center as being a
facility to offer the care and guidance to women wishing to
rehabilitate from alcoholism and that the Center was formed by a
group of people desirious of performing this service. Mr. Sam
Gates, Secretary Pro Tem of the Valley Rehabilitation Center,
stated that the homelike, peaceful, centrally located, reasonable,
and available site of the proposed center would serve the purpose
for providing this care and guidance.
Further testimony in favor of this request was given by:
Fred Rice, 4118 Ivar
Jess Knapp, 1432 Westley, Pasadena
Lucille Kerr, 10416 E. Klingerman, E1 Monte
Joan Peoples, 3406 Bartlett
Robert Scott, 5405 N. Encinita, Temple City
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MrA Larson read a letter dated August 111 1965, directed to
Mr, Ernest McBridei Chairman Pro Tem of the Valley Rehabilitation
Center from Rafael H. Galceran; Judgei Municipal Court, E1 Monte
Judicial District, favoring the work being performed by the
Valley Rehabilitation Center!
John Holzinger of 3404 Burton, stated he was neither for or
against this request, but would like to know how many women
would be cared for at the Center, and if any further development
of the property was proposed.
Chairman Taylor answered as indicated by previous testimony,
that the number of women cared for would be determined by the
County Health Department, and that the Center proposes no further
development at this time.
Mr. Frank Reeves, 3353 North Bartlett, also stated that he was
neither for or against the proposed use at this time, that if
the use is approved, he wouIJ like a solid type of fence constructed
between his residence and the subject property.
Speaking in opposition to this request were the following persons:
Sydney Schulz, 3350 North Bartlett
Constance Schulz, 3350 North Bartlett
Mildred L. McDonald, 3363 North Bartlett
Adele P. Cram, 3367 North Bartlett
Administrative Assistant Meyer read a letter from Simon and
Maude Knechtel, 6224 Sea Breeze Drive, Long Beach, owners of
property located at 3372 North Burton, in opposition to this request.
Discussion indicated strong opposition due to inadequate parking,
inadequate sleeping and dining facilities, and the proposed use
in this R -1 zone.
Attorney Brown raised the question as to the length of care for
the women, number of patients that could be accommodated, and
who would be in charge of the facility.
Mr. Gates stated that a woman would be hired on a permanent basis,
one who has been rehabilitated herself and is familiar with the
problems, and one who would be able to enforce the house rules
and regulations of the Center; that a Board of Directors would be
selected to see that the functions of the facility are carried out.
Further, that the usual stay of a resident is 6 months; that when
a woman has recovered and has returned to work, she is expected to
contribute, in her own behalf, to the support of the Center for
the treatment and to promote the project. The County Health
Department would govern the number of patients to be cared for at
the Center.
There being no further testimony, Chairman Taylor declared the
public hearing closed at 9:10 o'clock p.m.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Kunz,
that the decision of the Planning Commission be deferred to the
meeting of September 7, 1965, at which time the applicants pres
the following:
1. A letter from the County Health Department specifying the
number of people to be housed in the existing and the proposed
residences.
2. A revised plot plan showing parking requirements in accordance
with item 1.
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property and the property located at 3353 North Bartlett.
(RC) Roll call vote on the
Ayes: Commissioners
Noes: None
Absent: Commissioner
motion was as follows:
: Holmes, Kunz, Pike, Taylor
Buchanan
Chairman Taylor declared a recess at 9:33 o'clock p.m. The
meeting reconvened at 9.47 o'clock p.m.
7, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 4
Public Hearing
Foster & Kleiser (A)
8960 E. Valley (Site)
Advisor Skophammer presented the factual data pertaining to
this request for a Conditional Use Permit to erect and maintain
two additional illuminated outdoor advertising signs at the
subject site.
Attorney Brown administered the oath to Mr. Don Davis who
represented Foster and Kleiser.
Chairman Taylor declared the public hearing open at 9:50 o'clock
p.m.
Mr. Davis stated the proposed additional signs were to be 12' x
25' paper poster panels, and the applicant's proposal was well
taken care of in the factual data presented by Advisor Skophammer.
There being no further testimony, Chairman Taylor declared the
public hearing closed at 9:53 o'clock p.m.
Discussion followed regarding the height of existing sign,
clutter at this major corner, height of proposed billboard in
relation to adjacent building, and type of billboards to be erected.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Pike, second by Commissioner Kunz,
that request for Conditional Use Permit be deferred for two weeks.
(RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows:
Ayes: Commissioners: Kunz, Pike
Noes: Commissioners: Holmes, Taylor
Absent: Commissioner Buchanan
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Taylor,
that Conditional Use Permit No. 4 be approved for the erection and
maintenance of one single faced, lattice back billboard on Valley
Boulevard.
(RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows:
Ayes: Commissioners: Holmes, Taylor
Noes: Commissioners: Kunz, Pike
Absent: Commissioner Buchanan
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Pike,
and unanimously carried that the request of the applicant be
deferred to the meeting of September 7, 1965, in order that the
five member Commission is present to vote.
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$, PLOT PLAN NO. 219
Lun Dee Investment (A)
W. 0. Ballenger (0)
3867 N. Delta (Site)
Advisor Skophammer presented the factual data pertaining to
the plot plan.
Mr. Forest Lundstrom of Lun Dee Investment Co., and Mr. William
Schulz, Engineer, represented the owner of the subject property.
Discussion followed regarding width of mutual driveway serving
Parcels "B" and "C ", rearyard setback of 13 ft. Parcel "C ",
and separation of driveway Parcel "A" from driveway serving
Parcels "B" and "C".
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Pike
that Plot Plan No. 219 be approved subject to the following
conditions:
1. Modification of rearyard setback requirement Parcel "C"
to 13 ft. is approved.
2. Masonry wall is constructed extending from S.E. corner of
garage on Parcel "A" southerly to property line, thence
easterly along southerly property line up to front property
line.
3. Landscaping along northern side of the masonry wall.
4. Standard requirements that apply.
(RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows:
Ayes: Commissioners: Holmes, Kunz, Pike, Taylor
Noes: None
Absent: Commissioner Buchanan
9, PLOT PLAN NO. 220
Ralph Vogel & Charlotte Sipple (0 /A)
3914 N. Muscatel (Site)
Advisor Skophammer presented the factual data regarding this
plot plan.
Discussion followed regarding condition of residence on Parcel
"A ", proposed carport Parcel "A ", possible rearrangement of
Parcel "C ", and rearyard setback Parcel "C ".
Ralph Vogel,owner of Parcels "B" and "C ", and Charlotte Sipple,
owner of Parcel "A" answered questions pertaining to the plot plan.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Pike,
that the applicants be permitted to withdraw without prejudice,
and to return with a revised plan at a later date.
(RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows:
Ayes: Commissioner Holmes, Kunz, Pike, Taylor
Noes: None
Absent: Commissioner Buchanan
The applicants were invited to work with Staff on a revised
plan.
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10. COMMUNICATIONS
None
11. MATTERS FROM COMMISSIONERS & STAFF
Paper presented by Chairman Taylor regarding underground
utilities for consideration by the Commission.
12. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairman Taylor declared the
meeting adjourned at 11:20 o'clock p.m.
CHAIRMAN SECRETARY
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9. PLOT PLAN NO. 220
Ralph Vogel & Charlotte Sipple (0 /A)
3914 N. Muscatel (Site)
Advisor Skophammee presented the factual data regarding this
plot plan.
Discussion followed regarding condition of residence on
Parcel "A ", proposed carport Parcel " A " , possible rearrangement
of Parcel "C ", and rearyard setback Parcel "C ".
Ralph Vogel, owner of Parcels "B" and "C ", and Charlotte
Sipple, owner of Parcel "A" answered questions pertaining to the
plot plan.
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Kunz, second by Commissioner Pike,
that Plot Plan No. 220 be approved according to the standard
requirements that apply, that the portion of the proposed 10 ft.
driveway which passes Parcel "B" be 12 ft. to the westerly
property line of Parcel "B ", with Parcel "B" having black top
included in its parking area in front of garage to run out into
a curve into the 12 ft. driveway, and an easement of record
that the owner of Parcel "C" may have ingress and egress over
that particular corner. Further, that a mutual easement be
recorded for Parcels "B" and "C" over the 18 ft. driveway
extending from Muscatel to westerly line of Parcel "B ".
(RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows:
Ayes: Commissioners: Kunz, Pike
Noes: Commissioners: Holmes, Taylor
Absent: Commissioner Buchanan
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Pike, second by Commissioner Kunz,
that Plot Plan No. 220 be held over for two weeks.
(RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows:
Ayes: Commissioners: Kunz, Pike
Noes: Commissioners: Holmes, Taylor
Absent: Commissioner Buchanan
(MO) It was moved by Commissioner Holmes, second by Commissioner Pike,
that the applicants be permitted to withdraw without prejudice,
and to return with a revised plot plan at the next meeting.
(RC) Roll call vote on the motion was as follows:
Ayes: Commissioners: Holmes, Kunz, Pike, Taylor
Noes: None
Absent: Commissioner Buchanan
The applicants were invited to work with Staff on a revised
plot plan.