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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 1978-10-18 I . MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF OCTOBER 18, 1978 THE PLANNING COMMISSION MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 1978, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE CITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 211 8th STREET. THE MEETING WAS CALLED TO ORDER AT 7:30 P.M. BY CHAIRMAN RIPPERDAN AND THE PLEDGE TO THE FLAG WAS LED BY VICE CHAIRMAN COVINGTON. Present: Knapp, Ripperdan, Covington Excused Absence: Cook Secretary requested that the Planning Commission amend the agenda to recognize the City Manager who wishes to address the Commission. Knapp moved to amend the agenda as requested, seconded by Ripperdan and unanimously approved. Dennis Courtemarche, City Manager, reported that he recruited extensively for a Planning Director. Many applications were received, approximately 30 people were interviewed and after additional interviews, Mr. Nicholas Romaniello was appointed. Mr. Romaniello has worked for Beverly Hills since 1972 as Senior Planner and also worked in the City of San Marcos as a Planner. His background experience will be of material benefit to the City. Mr. Romaniello will begin with the City on November 6, 1978. . Mr. Courtemarche also complimented Mr. Charles Antos for the work done during the past months with a one person department. The Planning Commission welcomed Mr. Romaniello to the City. Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of October 4, 1978 were approved as presented. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Housing and Community Development Act Block Grant Program for Fifth Year Funding. ,Secretary presented a Staff Report outlining a variety of possible projects including: Trailer Park rehabilitation, Housing rehabilitation, smoke detectors, feasibility study for low and moderate income elderly housing and alley improvements. Ripperdan asked about code enforcement in the Coastal District. Secretary stated that this would be eligible and would entail one inspector and administrative costs and should be a three (3) year project. Public Hearing Opened. Gordon Shank, 215 Surf Place, spoke in favor of alley imporvement and code enforcement. He was of the opinion that the Redevelopment Agency should fund the Trailer Park rehabilitation rather than use HCDA funds. . Extensive discussion followed on the Trailer Park rehabilitation program, including costs per trailer and cost of cabanas. Dennis Courtemarche, City Manager, answered questions about the expenditures of the Agency to date, projected expenses and anticipated revenues due to the effects of Proposition 13. Public Hearing Closed. The Commission discussed the various alternatives and generally did not favor the Trailer Park rehabilitation. They did favor alleys, code enforcement and a low income feasibility' study for Senior Citizens. Covington moved to recommend to City Council the following projects: , . 1. Code enforcement program for three years at a cost of $35,000 per year with an overall cost of $105,000. This would involve one building inspector and administration support. 2. Alley improvement program for three years at a cost of $326,667 each year with an overall cost of $980,000. 3. Low and moderate income feasibility study on the Hellman land. First year $10,000 for the study. Goal would be construction of several hundred units. This study would also include other funding sources such as Sec. 8,,235, 236 and other programs. If feasible, additional funds would be requested in the,'second and third years for purchase of land and public improvements. (Senior Citizens). Seconded by Knapp and unanimously approved. Resolution 1172 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Gordon Shanks, 215 Surf Place, brought to the attention of the Commission and Staff the truck parked at 5th Street and Pacific Coast Highway and used as a sign for a liquor store. Staff will look into the matter. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS All written communications were in conjunction with specific agenda items. . NEW BUSINESS A. State Lands Commission, UUP-1-78 Secretary presented a Staff Report recommending that the Commission pass a motion to reconsider the project. This would allow the Commission to receive additional information as it became available. Applicant submitted a letter requesting the matter remain before the Commission. Revised plans were submitted for Commission information. Bruce Conn, 400 Oceangate, Long Beach, explained the revised plans. It includes a total development proposal for the site, including a restaurant. Scott Atkins, State Lands Commission Staff, stated that the State Lands Commission Staff would review the revised plans, prepare any environmental documents and submit the plans to the State Lands Commission prior to referring the project to the City. 'Covington asked about the lease on the property. Scott Atkins stated that a draft lease exists but is not signed. Discussion followed on parking. Ripperdan asked if the lounge is still in the recreational building. Bruce Conn stated that the restaurant is in addition to the lounge. Gordon Shanks, 215 Surf Place, asked if the State Lands Commission leases land to public agencies; and, if so, had the City attempted to acquire the land. . . Scott Atkins stated that the State Lands Commission has a preferential priority lease program for some of its land. The City has not attempted to secure the land because it is zoned commercially and there has been no direction provided to attempt to secure the proper~y according to the City Manager. Ripperdan asked about the City's plan for landscaped medians on Pacific Coast Highway. Mr. Courtemarche stated that the total costs are not known at this time and no definite time has been set for the improvements. Knapp moved to recommend reconsideration of UUP-1-78, seconded by Ripperdan and unanimously approved. Minute Order Action B. Townhouse Portion of Trailer'Park . Applicant is requesting a determination on hot-tub and pool equipment location in the patio area of the townhouses. Bob Finley, Urban West Communities, stated that the intent is to provide hot-tubs as an option on each lot except those adjacent to the San Gabriel River. Extensive discussion followed on alternative locations for the pool equipment to reduce noise and improve, usability of the patio area. Knapp moved to approve the concept as presented, seconded by Ripperdan. AYES: Knapp, Ripperdan NOES: Covington Motion Failed. Applicant will explore a number of alternative locations for equipment and submit revised plans for Commission review. C. Resolution Honoring Merva Lanning Resolution was presented honoring Merva Lanning for 13 years of service on The Planning Commission. Knapp moved to adopt Resolution 1173, seconded by Covington and unanimously approved. Resolution 1173 REPORT FROM SECRETARY A. The property owners at 1200 Pacific Coast Highway wish to build the 7-Eleven Store and Winchells Donut Shop without the off-sale beer and wine in the 7-Eleven. Staff denied the concept of approval due to compatibility (24 hour operation and traffic conflict with school children). The applicant may appeal the Staff decision to the Commission. B. The City Council will shortly be appointing a five member citizens committee to review the Local Coastal Program work program. The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 P.M. .