HomeMy WebLinkAbout3-12-13ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, MARCH 12, 2013
CALL TO ORDER — Vice Chairman Beranek called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the
Arcadia City Council Chambers.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Commissioners Baerg, Falzone, Parrille and Beranek
ABSENT: Commissioner Chiao
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Falzone, seconded by Commissioner Parrille to excuse
Commissioner Chiao. Without objection the motion was approved.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were none.
1. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 12 -19
Mr. Nick Wang
713 W. Duarte Road, Unit A
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit with a Parking Modification for a
new 1,339 square -foot, breakfast and specialty beverage restaurant with seating for 30
customers within an existing commercial center.
Recommended action: Conditional approval
Assistant Planner, Nick Baldwin, presented the staff report.
Vice Chairman Beranek opened the public hearing and asked if anyone would like to
speak in favor of this project.
The following individuals spoke in favor of the project.
Mr. Kuo -Ting Ma
Mr. Gus Hsu
Mr. John Bristow, owner of UPS store
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Vice Chairman Beranek asked if anyone would like to speak in opposition to this project.
There were none.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Falzone, seconded by Commissioner Baerg to close the
Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Baerg to approve Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 12 -19
subject to the conditions in the staff report with an amendment to Condition No. 2.
Motion dies for lack of second.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Falzone to deny
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 12 -19.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Falzone and Parrille
NOES: Commissioners Baerg and Beranek
ABSENT: Commissioner Chiao
The item will be continued to the March 26, 2013, meeting due to the tie vote.
b. Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 13 -01
Ms. Janice Yen
220 S. First Avenue
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit for a 5,775 square -foot tutoring
center with a maximum of 70 students and 3 staff members at any one time.
Recommended action: Conditional approval
Associate Planner, Tim Schwehr, presented the staff report.
Vice Chairman Beranek opened the public hearing and asked if anyone would like to
speak in favor of this project.
The following spoke in favor of the application:
Ms. Janice Yen
Vice Chairman Beranek asked if anyone would like to speak in opposition to this
project.
There were none.
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MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Falzone, seconded by Commissioner Parrille to close
the Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Baerg, seconded by Commissioner Parrille to approve
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 13 -01 subject to the conditions in the staff report.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Baerg, Falzone, Parrille and Beranek
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Chiao
2. DISCUSSION ITEM
a. Housing Element Workshop
Presentation and discussion of the results of the Housing Element Workshop held on
February 26, 2013.
Recommended action: Forward comments and recommendations to City Council
Senior Planner, Lisa Flores, and Housing Consultant, Dave Barquist, presented the staff
report.
Vice Chairman Beranek asked if the Commissioners had any questions or comments.
Commissioner Parrille reviewed a list of housing concerns that he would like to see
addressed in the updated Housing Element including incomplete housing construction
projects, birthing centers, and overly large residences. He asked how the Housing
Element will help the City maintain its identity as a Community of Homes for all and not
just the very wealthy.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Parrille, seconded by Commissioner Baerg to forward
the Commission's comments to the City Council.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Baerg, Falzone, Parrille and Beranek
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Chiao
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Minutes of the February 26, 2013, meeting
Recommended action: Approve
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Falzone, seconded by Commissioner Baerg and carried
on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar item a.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Baerg, Falzone and Parrille
NOES: None
ABSENT: Commissioner Chiao
ABSTAIN: Vice Chairman Beranek
MATTERS FROM COUNCIL LIAISON, JOHN WUO
Councilman Wuo had nothing to report.
MATTERS FROM PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
There were none.
MATTERS FROM MODIFICATION COMMITTEE
Commissioner Parrille reviewed the actions of the Modification Committee.
MATTERS FROM STAFF INLCUDING UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS
Mr. Kasama said there may be a couple of Conditional Use Permit applications on the agenda
for the next meeting, along with a Tentative Map for a residential condominium subdivision.
ADJOURNMENT
Vice Chairman Beranek adjoumed this meeting at 8:35 p.m. to March 26, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. in
the City Council Chambers located at 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia.
ATTEST:
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Planning Commission
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Chairman, Planning Commission
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