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City of Seal Beach Planning Commission
Agenda for January 9, 2008
7:30 p.m.
I. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
II. ROLL CALL
III. AGENDA APPROVAL
By Motion of the Planning Commission, this is the time to:
(a) Notify the public of any changes to the Agenda;
(b) Re-arrange the order of the Agenda; and/or
(c) Provide an opportunity for any member of the Planning Commission, staff, or
public to request an item be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate
action.
IV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
At this time, members of the public may address the Planning Commission
regarding any items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Planning
Commission, provided that the Planning Commission may undertake no action or
discussion unless otherwise authorized by law.
V CONSENT CALENDAR
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and are enacted by
one motion unless prior to enactment, a member of the Planning Commission,
staff, or the public requests a specific item be removed from the Consent Calendar
for separate action.
1. November 2007 Building Activity Report
2. Approve Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of December 5,2007.
VI. SCHEDULED MATTERS
None
VII. PUBLIC HEARING
3. Conditional Use Permit 06-5 (Indefinite Extension)
320 Main Street (Three Twenty Main)
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Applicant/Owner: Conrad Mingura / Fred Riedman
Request: to grant an Indefinite Extension of a previously
approved Conditional Use Permit for an existing
restaurant with an on-sale general alcohol license
(Type 47) and outdoor dining.
Recommendation: Approval, subject to conditions, and adoption of
Resolution 07-67.
4. Conditional Use Permit 07-16
3901 Lampson Avenue (Old Ranch Golf Country Club)
(Continued from December 5, 2007)
Applicant/Owner: Steve Kim, EWAI Architects / Old Ranch Country Club
LLC
Request: Addition of a 3,400 square foot banquet space; 200
square foot bridal suite; 3,500 square foot owner's
suite; and outdoor courtyard, including pool and spa.
Recommendation: Approval, subject to conditions, and adoption of
Resolution 07-64.
5. Conditional Use Permit 07-17
13960 Seal Beach Blvd. (Longs Drugs)
Applicant/Owner: Seal Beach Village, L.P.
Request: To establish a drive-thru window in connection with a
permitted retail pharmacy.
Recommendation: Approval, subject to conditions, and adoption of
Resolution 07-65.
6. Conditional Use Permit 07-18
345 Tenth Street (Watersafe Swim School)
Applicant/Owner:
Jeannie A. West / Ginny Flahive
Request:
To change the allowable hours for swim lessons on
Saturdays from the currently permitted 1 :00 p.m. to
5:00 p.m. to new operating hours on Saturday between
8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The current operating hours
were established by the City through the adoption of
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Planning Commission Resolution Number 1493 on
February 17, 1988.
Recommendation: Approval, subject to conditions, and adoption of
Resolution 07-68.
VIII. STAFF CONCERNS
IX. COMMISSION CONCERNS
X. ADJOURNMENT
To adjourned meeting of January 23, 2008, at 7:30 P.M.
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2008 Aaenda Forecast
Conditional Use Permit 06-6 (Indefinite Extension) - Finbar's
Minor Plan Review 08-1 - 708 Taper Drive
Minor Plan Review 08-2 - 923 Heron Circle
Study Session - Final Draft Zoning and Subdivision Codes
Conditional Use Permit 08-1 - 12301 Seal Beach Blvd (Sprouts Mkt.)
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CITY OF SEAL BEACH
PLANNING COMMISSION
Minutes of January 9, 2008
Chairperson Deaton called the regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning
Commission to order at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 9, 2008. The meeting was
held in the City Council Chambers and began with the Salute to the Flag.1
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairperson Deaton, Commissioners Bello, DeLay, and Roberts.
Also
Present: Department of Development Services
Lee Whittenberg, Director of Development Services
Jerry Olivera, Senior Planner
Steve Flower, Assistant City Attorney
Absent: Massa-Lavitt
Mr. Whittenberg indicated that he had not heard from Commissioner Massa-Lavitt and
suggested waiting to excuse her absence, pending her late arrival.
AGENDA APPROVAL
Mr. Whittenberg noted that Item NO.2 should be removed from the Consent Calendar,
as Commissioner Roberts was not in attendance for the Planning Commission meeting
of December 5, 2007. He also noted a correction on Page 1, Line 20 of the minutes,
which indicates that Steve Flower was present at that meeting, when in fact he was not.
MOTION by Roberts; SECOND by Bello to approve the Agenda as amended.
MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4-0-1
Deaton, Bello, DeLay, and Roberts
None
Massa-Lavitt
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Chairperson Deaton opened oral communications.
1 These Minutes were transcribed from audiotape of the meeting.
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Seth Eaker wished everyone a Happy New Year and commended the City for its swift
response to the fire at 212 Main Street. On behalf of the Seal Beach Chamber &
Business Association (SBCBA), he encouraged the Planning Commission (PC) to be of
assistance to businesses as they may be affected by zoning laws in the future.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Chairperson Deaton closed oral
comm un ications.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. November 2007 Building Activity Report
MOTION by Bello; SECOND by Roberts to approve the Consent Calendar as amended.
MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4-0-1
Deaton, Bello, DeLay, and Roberts
None
Massa-Lavitt
2. Approve Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of December 5, 2007.
MOTION by Bello; SECOND by DeLay to approve Planning Commission Meeting
Minutes. of December 5,2007, as amended.
MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
SCHEDULED MATTERS
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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Massa-Lavitt
Roberts
3. Conditional Use Permit 06-5 (Indefinite Extension)
320 Main Street (Three Twenty Main)
Applicant/Owner:
Req uest:
Conrad Mingura / Fred Riedman
To grant an Indefinite Extension of a previously approved
Conditional Use Permit for an existing restaurant with an on-
sale general alcohol license (Type 47) and outdoor dining.
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Recommendation: Approval, subject to conditions, and adoption of Resolution
07-67.
Staff Report
Mr. Olivera delivered the staff report. (Staff Report is on file for inspection in the Planning
Department.) He provided some background information on this item and noted that
Staff has reviewed the application and Lt. Tim Olson of the Seal Beach Police
Department (SBPD) has reported that they have had no calls for service at this location,
or any problems with the service of alcohol at the restaurant. Chairperson Deaton
asked if Staff had received any comments in response to the public notice. Mr. Olivera
reported that no comments were received.
Commissioner Questions
None.
Public HearinQ
Chairperson Deaton opened the public hearing.
Conrad Mingura stated that he would be pleased to respond to any questions from the
Commission.
Seth Eaker spoke in favor of the Indefinite Extension of Conditional Use Permit 06-5,
stating that the Board of Directors of the SBCBA supports Three Twenty Main. Mr.
Whittenberg noted that copies of a letter in support of CUP 06-5 from Mr. Eaker have
been provided to the Commissioners.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Chairperson Deaton closed the public
hearing.
Commissioner Comments
None.
MOTION by Roberts; SECOND by Bello to approve the Indefinite Extension of
Conditional Use Permit 06-5, subject to conditions, and adopt Resolution 07-67 as
presented.
MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4-0-1
Deaton, Bello, DeLay, and Roberts
None
Massa-Lavitt
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1 Mr. Flower advised that the adoption of Resolution No. 07-67 begins a 10-day calendar
2 appeal period to the City Council. The Commission action tonight is final and the
3 appeal period begins tomorrow morning.
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5 4. Conditional Use Permit 07-16
6 3901 Lampson Avenue (Old Ranch Golf Country Club)
7 (Continued from December 5, 2007)
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9 Applicant/Owner: Steve Kim, EWAI Architects / Old Ranch Country Club LLC
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11 Request: Addition of a 3,400 square foot banquet space; 200 square
12 foot bridal suite; 3,500 square foot owner's suite; and
13 outdoor courtyard, including pool and spa.
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15 Recommendation: Approval, subject to conditions, and adoption of Resolution
16 07-64.
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20 Mr. Olivera delivered the staff report. (Staff Report is on file for inspection in the Planning
21 Department.) He provided some background information on this item and noted that due
22 to concerns expressed by the Commission regarding the addition of the owner's suite,
23 the applicant has revised the plans eliminating the owner's suite and replacing it with
24 additional banquet space. He stated that Staff has calculated the on-site parking
25 demand of this additional banquet space and determined that there will still be adequate
26 parking on the site, leaving a surplus of 12 parking spaces. He indicated that the Staff
27 received no comments in response to the public hearing notice.
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31 Commissioner Roberts asked which portion of College Park East (CPE) would have
32 received the public notice. Mr. Olivera stated that this would have included the Old
33 Ranch Townhomes and any properties within 300 feet of the golf course boundaries.
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37 Chairperson Deaton opened the public hearing.
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39 Steve Kim, architect for the project, reiterated that the country club owner has decided
40 to not construct the residential unit and instead has approved additional banquet space.
41 Commissioner Roberts stated that he had the opportunity to speak with Mr. Kim prior to
42 tonight's meeting and was able to view the renderings of the revised project.
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44 There being no one else wishing to speak, Chairperson Deaton closed the public
45 hearing.
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Commissioner Comments
Commissioner Roberts stated that he believes the addition will fit in very nicely with the
existing clubhouse and is happy to hear that the residential unit is not to be included.
Mr. Olivera explained that a condition has been added to Resolution 07-64 that states
once the banquet area is operational, should parking become an issue with large
events, the City could then revisit this issue and possibly allow valets or other
alternative means to alleviate any parking congestion or traffic issues. Chairperson
Deaton stated that parking should not spill over into the CPE neighborhoods.
Commissioner Roberts asked if any of the parking is striped for compact cards. Mr.
Olivera stated that he did not see any marked compact stalls. He noted that the
applicant does have the option of adding up to 25 percent compact spaces.
MOTION by Roberts; SECOND by DeLay to approve the Conditional Use Permit 07-16,
subject to conditions, and adopt Resolution 07-64 as presented.
MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4-0-1
Deaton, Bello, DeLay, and Roberts
None
Massa-Lavitt
Mr. Flower advised that the adoption of Resolution No. 07-64 begins a 10-day calendar
appeal period to the City Council. The Commission action tonight is final and the
appeal period begins tomorrow morning.
5. Conditional Use Permit 07-17
13960 Seal Beach Blvd. (Longs Drugs)
Applicant/Owner: Seal Beach Village, L.P.
Request: To establish a drive-thru window In connection with a
permitted retail pharmacy.
Recommendation: Approval, subject to conditions, and adoption of Resolution
07-65.
Staff Report
Mr. Olivera delivered the staff report. (Staff Report is on file for inspection in the Planning
Department.) He provided some background information on this item and noted that the
drug store use is permitted by right within the C-1 Commercial Zone and only the drive-
through portion of the proposal requires discretionary approval. He stated that Lt. Tim
Olson of the SBPD has reviewed the application and is satisfied that with
implementation of the security measures as noted in Resolution 07-65, including
additional lighting and security cameras at the rear of the building where the drive-
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1 through would be, security should not be a problem. He indicated that the applicant is
2 proposing a modification to Conditions Nos. 3, 4, and 6 pertaining to hours of operation
3 and hours of deliveries, and will discuss those in greater detail as part of their
4 presentation. Mr. Olivera then reported that Staff has received one petition via FAX
5 signed by 16 residents of Leisure World (LW) in response to the public hearing notice,
6 and copies have been provided to the Commission.
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10 Commissioner Roberts stated that related to Conditions 3 and 4, the turning radius into
11 the drive-through window is the main issue. He asked if Staff has determined this to be
12 an adequate radius to accommodate the primary clientele. Mr. Olivera stated that 24
13 feet is the standard radius for turning and the plans reflect that a car can make this
14 radius, but would have to dip over slightly into the opposite lane of traffic. He noted that
15 he had visited the site and noticed that many cars do use this cut-through to get from
16 Westminster Avenue into Leisure World (LW). He indicated that drive-throughs at
17 pharmacies would not generate the same type of traffic as a fast food restaurant,
18 although there are times when 2 or 3 cars may be in the queue. He stated that based
19 upon the amount of traffic coming through the alley way, he did not believe that this
20 would be a major concern. Commissioner Roberts asked if this alley were also the
21 access for delivery trucks. Mr. Olivera provided photographs of the proposed site for
22 the drive through and noted that the applicant is proposing to reconfigure the loading
23 dock and move it further down toward the end of the building, and the generator in the
24 rear will also be relocated to provide room for the drive through lanes. Commissioner
25 Roberts expressed his concern with drivers being able to maneuver their vehicles when
26 turning into these lanes and asked if there would be two stations at the drive-through.
27 Mr. Olivera confirmed that this was correct. Commissioner Roberts proposed having
28 only one station. Mr. Olivera stated that Staff had not discussed this with the applicant,
29 but they could propose this option to the applicant. Commissioner Roberts asked if the
30 drive lanes could be striped. Mr. Olivera indicated that this could be added to the
31 Conditions of Approval. Chairperson Deaton noted that the maneuvering vehicles
32 through the drive-through lanes at the new Starbucks and the newly constructed CVS
33 Pharmacy can be quite difficult. She recommended that this project be carefully
34 reviewed prior to granting approval of the drive through.
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38 Chairperson DeClton opened the public hearing.
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40 Greg McCafferty, representing Burnham USA Equities, thanked Staff for their work on
41 the application and he noted that Staff did indicate that this is a permitted land use and
42 said that the drive-through lanes would be essential in order to remain competitive with
43 other area pharmacies. He indicated that as designed by the architect and the
44 engineer, the turning radii for both drive-through lanes are adequate, but Burnham
45 would be happy to work with Staff to ensure that this is the case. He stated that mirrors
46 could be placed to allow for better visibility for vehicles exiting the drive-through lanes.
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1 He noted that the volume control for the speakers will be controlled from inside the store
2 by pharmacy staff, and stated that at peak times there might be 4 vehicles in the queue,
3 and this will not create any traffic or safety hazards. He stated that the alley is used
4 primarily for deliveries, so he does not believe that turning into the drive-through lanes
5 from Westminster Avenue will create any issues for customers. He requested approval
6 of Conditional Use Permit 07-17 as presented and stated that Burnham will work with
7 Staff to create the best design. Commissioner DeLay asked if there would be only one
8 station available. Mr. McCafferty stated that Long's would prefer to have two stations to
9 allow additional staffing during peak periods. He then presented a proposal for changes
10 to Condition No.3, of Resolution 07-65 to change the hours of operation to 6:00 a.m. to
11 12:00 a.m. daily, noting that CVS is open 24-hours. Mr. Whittenberg indicated that the
12 previously approved alcohol sales license for this property limits the hours of operation
13 to 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and cannot be changed without re-noticing for a new public
14 hearing. He recommended continuing the public hearing and re-noticing to consider the
15 change in hours. Mr. McCafferty stated that as he understands, if you are advertising
16 for a new use on a property, you may propose any conditions or modifications to the
17 previously approved conditions. Mr. Flower stated that this was true with regard to the
18 new land use approval; however, he believes the Director of Development Services is
19 concerned with the pre-existing conditions on the alcohol use, which is not on the table
20 tonight and would have to be noticed. Mr. McCafferty stated that Longs would agree to
21 the restrictions for alcohol sales, but they would like to remain open for other sales until
22 midnight. He then continued by noting the proposed changes to Condition NO.4 to
23 prohibit commercial delivers between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.; and to
24 Condition NO.6 to prohibit trash disposal activities between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and
25 6:00 a.m. (Copy of memorandum is on file for inspection in the Planning Department.)
26 Commissioner Roberts commented that he does not believe there are any other
27 pharmacies within Seal Beach that have two stations. Mr. McCafferty stated that due to
28 the constraints of the location of the drive-through, Longs believes it makes more sense
29 to have two lanes rather than one.
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31 , a resident of Leisure World (LW), spoke against approval of the drive-
32 through lanes for Longs Drugs. He described the closing of the Seal Beach Market as a
33 great loss to the residents of LWand noted that no pharmacy is needed in this shopping
34 center as a pharmacy is already available within LW. He discussed the problems that
35 might occur with delivery trucks blocking the alley and impeding access to traffic from
36 LW, and cited the difficulty that would ensue for vehicles turning into the drive-through
37 lanes from Westminster Avenue. He also indicated that there are not sufficient parking
38 spaces within this shopping center.
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40 George Early said he is relieved that the drive-through lanes are to be located at the
41 rear of the building rather than the front. He wished to clarify that there would be two
42 separate drive-through lanes. Commissioner Roberts stated that the there would be
43 two lanes parallel to one another. Mr. Early stated he would be opposed to having two
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1 Greg McCafferty emphasized that the access alley is not a public road, but is private
2 commercial property, which is designed primarily to facilitate deliveries. With regard to
3 operation of the pharmacy, there will be a grocery section and during the transition
4 phase between the existing market and the pharmacy, the property owner has agreed
5 to provide a shuttle service to Ralph's Market for residents of LW. He noted that
6 Burnham has no desire to create an unsafe condition and will ensure that the design of
7 the drive-through lanes would be appropriate. In response to the comment on
8 inadequate parking, Mr. McCafferty noted that the Staff Report states that there is an
9 excess of parking on the property. He commented that this approval would be subject
10 to a 12-month review and should there be any unsafe conditions, the Planning
11 Commission (PC) could make changes to the conditions at that time. He again stated
12 that Longs would limit the sale of alcohol to 10:00 p.m., but would still like to remain
13 open from 6:00 a.m. to midnight, but if this is not acceptable, they would like to have the
14 drive-through open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Commissioner Roberts stated that if
15 Longs wishes to have two stations, he proposes that they reverse the flow of traffic
16 through the drive-through lanes from south to north. Mr. McCafferty stated that
17 Burnham will explore all alternatives with Staff and come up with the best design.
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19 Mr. Whittenberg recommended leaving the public hearing open to allow for further
20 discussion and to continue this item to the earliest possible hearing date.
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24 Commissioner Bello agreed that this item should be continued to allow time to
25 reconfigure the design of the drive-through lanes.
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27 Commissioner DeLay stated that he is certain that the issue of the drive-through lanes
28 can be successfully resolved.
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30 Chairperson Deaton asked if Staff had any concerns over the request to change the
31 hours of operation. Mr. Whittenberg stated that Staff has no concerns, as there are no
32 residential uses within the immediate area. Mr. McCafferty stated that he sees no
33 reason for a continuance as Longs will agree to abide by the hours for alcohol sales.
34 He stated that CUP 07-17 should be approved tonight with the understanding that
35 Burnham would work out the redesign with Staff.
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37 Commissioner Roberts asked if the PC could review the signage for this project. Mr.
38 Whittenberg stated that if Longs wishes to propose additional signage over what is
39 already in the center; this would be looked at as part of the normal permit process. He
40 noted that Longs has not indicated that they wish to have additional signage. He
41 recommended continuing this item to the earliest possible meeting date, as he is not
42 comfortable with approving this project as presented.
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44 MOTION by Roberts; SECOND by Bello to continue the public hearing for Conditional
45 Use Permit 07-17 to the earliest possible hearing date.
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MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4-0-1
Deaton, Bello, DeLay, and Roberts
None
Massa-Lavitt
Mr. Whittenberg noted that this item would be re-noticed and re-published indicating the
new hearing date.
6. Conditional Use Permit 07-18
345 Tenth Street (Watersafe Swim School)
Applicant/Owner: Jeannie A. West I Ginny Flahive
Request: To change the allowable hours for swim lessons on
Saturdays from the currently permitted 1 :00 p.m. to 5:00
p.m. to new operating hours on Saturday between 8:00 a.m.
and 2:00 p.m. The current operating hours were established
by the City through the adoption of Planning Commission
Resolution Number 1493 on February 17, 1988.
Recommendation: Approval, subject to conditions, and adoption of Resolution
07-68.
Staff Report
Mr. Whittenberg delivered the staff report. (Staff Report is on file for inspection in the
Planning Department.) He provided some background information on this item and noted
that the existing hours of operation were initially established in 1988. He indicated that
the Staff Report provides a comprehensive history of the use at this location, and
explained that a previous issue with parking at the church parking lot has been resolved
and currently the City is dealing with a noise violation complaint from a neighboring
resident regarding the noise level generated by children while taking swim lessons. He
stated that Staff is recommending that the requested hours not be approved, as there
already is a potential noise issue, but recommends that the Saturday hours be kept at 4
hours and that the Planning Commission (PC) not approve any expanded hours. He
suggested approval of the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 1 :00 p.m. for swim lessons, and if the
swim school wishes to proceed with the expanded hours, that this item be tabled
pending further noise testing related to noise violations.
Commissioner Questions
Chairperson Deaton asked if noise was an issue during the Senior Citizens Swim. Mr.
Whittenberg stated that from everything Staff has heard this has not been a problem.
He indicated that the noise issue is primarily related to swim classes for young children.
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Commissioner DeLay asked if the parking problems have been resolved. Mr.
Whittenberg stated that this issue was resolved in 2005.
Public HearinQ
Chairperson Deaton opened the public hearing.
Ginny Flahive, owner of Watersafe Swim School, stated that the proposed Saturday
hours of 9:00 a.m. to 1 :00 p.m. would be very helpful. She noted that the conditions of
approval indicate that the school is to be closed on Sundays, but she would like to have
the condition remain that states the school can open on Sundays from 1 :00 p.m. to 5:00
p.m. Mr. Whittenberg clarified that the condition refers to the school not being open for
swim lessons on Sundays.
Seth Eaker spoke in support of the Watersafe Swim School and recommended approval
of the proposed Saturday hours.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Chairperson Deaton closed the public
hearing.
Commissioner Comments
Chairperson Deaton stated that despite the complaints from a neighboring resident
about the noise generated by children during swim lessons, the PC believes that
Watersafe provides a valuable service to the community, and it is the City's job to help
residents and businesses coexist as peaceably as possible. She stated that she would
like to allow the change to Saturday morning hours but wants to limit the hours to 4 and
does not want lessons to begin before 9:00 a.m. She also encouraged Ms. Flahive to
continue to work on resolving the noise issue.
Commissioner Roberts asked if the Senior Swim could be conducted beginning at 8:00
a.m. on Saturday mornings. Chairperson Deaton stated that if Staff has no problem
with this, then she has no objection. Mr. Whittenberg noted an amendment to the
language of Condition 2, on Page 6 of the Staff Report, to read "hours of swim
instruction and swim, shall be between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday,
and between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. There shall be no swim instruction
conducted on Sunday. II
MOTION by Roberts; SECOND by Bello to approve the Conditional Use Permit 07-18,
subject to conditions, and adopt Resolution 07-68 as amended.
MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4-0-1
Deaton, Bello, DeLay, and Roberts
None
Massa-Lavitt
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City of Seal Beach Planning Commission
Meeting Minutes of January 9, 2008
Mr. Flower advised that the adoption of Resolution No. 07-68 begins a 10-day calendar
appeal period to the City Council. The Commission action tonight is final and the
appeal period begins tomorrow morning.
STAFF CONCERNS
Mr. Whittenberg indicated that Staff had hoped to bring the Final Draft Zoning Code
before the Planning Commission (PC) at its next scheduled meeting; however, it will not
be available until the PC meeting of February 6, 2008. Chairperson Deaton requested
that Staff conduct further discussion on the FAR at the next scheduled meeting. Mr.
Whittenberg stated that Staff would provide this information.
COMMISSION CONCERNS
Chairperson Deaton asked about excusing Commissioner Massa-Lavitt's absence
tonight. Mr. Whittenberg requested a motion to excuse her.
MOTION by DeLay; SECOND by Roberts to excuse Commissioner Massa-Lavitt from
the Planning Commission meeting of January 9, 2008.
MOTION CARRIED:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4-0-1
Deaton, Bello, Delay, and Roberts
None
Massa-lavitt
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Deaton adjourned the meeting at 9:15 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Carmen Alvarez, Executive Secreta
Planning Department
APPROVAL
The Commission on January 23, 2008, approved r\he_ Minutes of the Planning
Commission Meeting of Wednesday, January 9, 2008. ~.
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