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ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, August 9, 2011, 7:00 P.M.
Arcadia City Council Chambers
The Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session on Tuesday, August 9,
2011, at 7:00 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City of Arcadia, at 240 W. Huntington Drive
with Chairman Baerg presiding.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chairman Baerg led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Commissioners Baderian, Beranek, Chiao, Parrille and Baerg
ABSENT: None
OTHERS ATTENDING
Deputy Development Services Director /City Engineer, Phil Wray
Community Development Administrator, Jim Kasama
Associate Planner, Tom Li
Senior Administrative Assistant, Billie Tone
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Mr. Kasama directed the Commissioners' attention to a revised list of conditions of approval
and an email message of opposition, both relating to Item 1, Conditional Use Permit
application CUP 11 -13.
TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE
PLANNING COMMISSION ON NON - PUBLIC HEARING MATTERS — Five - minute time limit
per person
There were none.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. CUP 11 -13
23 W. Foothill Boulevard
Craig Hammer
Commissioner Baderian recused himself from deliberations on this item and left the Council
Chambers to avoid a possible conflict of interest as his residence is within 500 feet of the
project site as specified by the Fair Political Practices Commission.
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit to convert an existing 4,341 square -
foot church and a 565 square -foot religious education center into a child care and education
center (d.b.a. Serendipity) for a maximum of 97 children.
RECOMMENDATION: Conditional Approval
RESOLUTION NO. 1841
A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia, Califomia, approving
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 11 -13 for a 4,906 square -foot child care and education
center for a maximum of 97 children at 23 W. Foothill Boulevard.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt
Associate Planner, Tom Li, presented the staff report.
Commissioner Parrille asked if the parking lot would be restriped. Mr. Li said there are
presently no plans for restriping but, if necessary, the applicant will work with the City
Engineer to work out any necessary changes.
Commissioner Beranek asked about the mandated change. Mr. Li explained that the
change is to enclose the entire parking area at the rear of the buildings to provide a secure
play area, which is required by State regulations. Gates will provide access for emergency
purposes only.
The Public Hearing was opened.
Chairman Baerg asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of this project.
Ms. Lana Shifflet, Director of Serendipity, pointed out that the asphalt surface on the
playground which provides emergency access per Fire Department regulations will be
retained, but other areas will eventually be replaced with wood chips or sand.
Commissioner Beranek asked if the playground will extend from the rear of the building to
the rear property line and Ms. Shifflet confirmed that it will.
Chairman Baerg asked if anyone wanted to speak in opposition to this project.
There were none.
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Beranek to close the
Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved.
Commissioner Beranek asked if the new requirement meant that the Resolution presented
could not be adopted at this meeting. Mr.Kasama explained that the Commission could
adopt the Resolution with amendments.
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MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Beranek, seconded by Commissioner Parrille to approve
Conditional Use Permit No. 11 -13 subject to the revised conditions presented by staff and to
adopt Resolution No. 1841 as amended.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Beranek, Chiao, Parrille and Baerg
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Commissioner Baderian
There will be a five working day appeal period after the adoption of the Resolution.
Commissioner Baderian rejoined the meeting.
CONSENT ITEMS
2. RESOLUTION NO. 1840
A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia, Califomia, approving
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 11 -05 for a 1,700 square -foot martial arts studio with a
maximum of one instructor and 25 students at any one time at 8 E. Duarte Road.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt
There will be a five working day appeal period after the adoption of the Resolution.
3. MINUTES OF JULY 26, 2011
RECOMMENDATION: Approve
MOTION:
It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Baderian, to adopt
Resolution No. 1840 and to approve the minutes of July 26, 2011, as submitted.
ROLL CALL:
AYES: Commissioners Baderian, Beranek, Chiao, Parrille and Baerg
NOES: None
MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL & PLANNING COMMISSION
There were none.
MODIFICATION COMMITTEE AGENDA
Chairman Baerg reported that the Modification Committee meeting was cancelled.
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MATTERS FROM STAFF & UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS
Mr. Kasama said that the next agenda will include a General Plan Amendment and Zone
Change for 650 W. Huntington Dr. as the owners are considering a residential project instead of
medical offices. The agenda will also include a Conditional Use Permit for a wine bar at 16 N.
First Ave and a Conditional Use Permit for the Presbyterian Church on First Ave. to add a music
school and possibly use an old house as a staff residence.
ADJOURNED
ATTEST:
S - - , ' lanning Commission
7:17 P.m.
Chairman, Planning Commission
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