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le 41 Regular Meeting Minutes
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Arcadia Business Permit and License Review Board
Special Meeting Minutes
June 11, 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 and Board Members Baerg, Beranek, Falzone, and
Parrille
ABSENT: Chairman Chiao
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
The Commissioners were each given three documents relating to Item 1 and one letter of
opposition related to Item 3.
Mr. Kasama explained that the references to CEQA that are included in the description of
each item on the Planning Commission meeting agenda are required by a recent court
decision.
Mr. Kasama introduced City Attorney, Steve Deitsch, who was present to assist with the
proceedings by answering any questions that might arise during the meetings.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were none.
Chairman Chiao joined the meeting and assumed the Chair.
RECESS PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
The Planning Commission meeting was recessed at 7:05 p.m.
RECONVENE AS BUSINESS PERMIT AND LICENSE REVIEW BOARD
Chairman Chiao called the Business Permit and License Review Board meeting to order at
7:06 p.m.
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BUSINESS PERMIT AND LICENSE REVIEW BOARD HEARING
1. An Appeal of Business License Revocation
DREAM SPA at 1023%S. Baldwin Avenue
Business Owner&Appellant: Ms. Mengci Li
An appeal of a business license revocation for noncompliance with the City of Arcadia
Massage Therapist and Business License regulations by Dream Spa at 1023% S.
Baldwin Avenue.
Recommended action: Deny appeal and uphold revocation
Mr. Deitsch briefly reviewed the responsibilities of the Business Permit and License
Review Board and his role in the proceedings.
Business License Officer, Silva Vergel, presented the staff report and introduced the
other staff members present for this hearing:
Reserve Police Officer, Gar Richman
Code Services Officer, Terry Moore-Korse
Fire Inspector, Jill Perumean
Building Inspector, Jeff Wang
Chairman Chiao opened the hearing and asked if the appellant would like to speak on
this item.
The following spoke in support of the appeal.
Mr. Long Z. Liu, the attorney representing the appellant
Mr. Brad Cronkite, the appellant's fiancé
Ms. Stella Kuo, property manager representing the property owner
Chairman Chiao asked if there was anyone else who would like to speak on this item.
Ms. Silva Vergel, Business License Officer, offered a rebuttal.
Chairman Chiao asked if the appellant would like to rebut any of the comments from the
other speakers.
Mr. Long Z. Liu spoke on behalf of the appellant
Chairman Chiao asked if the Board Members had any comments.
Board Member Beranek explained his support of the revocation.
MOTION
It was moved by Board Member PerriIle, seconded by Board Member Falzone, to deny
the appeal and uphold the revocation.
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ROLL CALL
AYES: Board Members Baerg, Beranek, Fa!zone, Parrille and Chiao
NOES: None
There is a ten (10) day appeal period after the appellant receives notice of the denial of
the appeal.
ADJOURN BUSINESS PERMIT AND LICENSE REVIEW BOARD MEETING
Chairman Chiao adjourned the Business Permit and License Review Board Meeting at 7:50
p.m.
RECONVENE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
Chairman Chiao called the Planning Commission meeting back to order at 7:50 p.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARINGS
2. Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 12-21
Architectural Design Review No. ADR 12-28
CEQA Determination of a Class 3 Categorical Exemption
Applicant Mr. Jason Sun, Architect for Lux Motorcars
102 W. Las Tunas Drive
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit and Architectural Design Review
approval with a Class 3 Categorical Exemption from the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) to remodel an existing 750 square-foot building for the sale and rental of
used cars, with outdoor storage of 14 vehicles on a 13,965 square-foot site.
Recommended actions: Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 12-21
Approve Architectural Design Review No. ADR 12-28
Find that the project is a Class 3 Categorical Exemption
from CEQA
Associate Planner, Tom Li, presented the staff report.
Chairman Chiao opened the public hearing and asked if anyone would like to speak in
favor of this project.
There were none.
Chairman Chiao asked if anyone would like 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.
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MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Parriile, seconded by Commissioner Falzone, to
approve Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 12-21 and Architectural Design Review No.
ADR 12-28, and find that the project qualifies as a Class 3 Categorical Exemption from
CEQA based on the findings in the staff report and subject to the conditions
recommended in the staff report.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Baerg, Beranek, Falzone, Parrille and Chiao
NOES: None
A Resolution reflecting the decisions and findings of the Planning Commission will be
presented for adoption at the next Commission meeting. There will be a five (5) working
day appeal period after the adoption of the Resolution.
3. Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 13-03
Architectural Design Review No. ADR 13-05
CEQA Determination of a Class 1 Categorical Exemption
Applicant: Savers Thrift Superstore
16 E. Live Oak Avenue
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit and Architectural Design Review
approval with a Class 1 Categorical Exemption from the California Environmental Quality
Act (CEQA) to change the use and make minor exterior alterations of a 42,236 square
foot grocery store(Ralphs) to a thrift store (Savers Thrift Superstore).
Recommended actions: Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 13-03
Approve Architectural Design Review No. ADR 13-05
Find that the project is a Class 1 Exemption from CEQA
Assistant Planner, Nick Baldwin, presented the staff report.
Chairman Chiao opened the public hearing and asked if anyone would like to speak in
favor of this project.
Mr. Greg Parson, Construction Manager for Savers Thrift Superstore, spoke in support
of the project.
Chairman Chiao 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 Beranek, to close
the Public Hearing. Without objection the motion was approved.
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MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Beranek, seconded by Chairman Chiao, to approve
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 13-03 and Architectural Design Review No. ADR 13-
05, and find that the project qualifies as a Class 1 Categorical Exemption from CEQA
based on the findings in the staff report and subject to the conditions recommended in
the staff report.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Beranek and Parrille
NOES: Commissioner Baerg, Falzone and Chiao
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Baerg, seconded by Commissioner Falzone, to deny
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 13-03 and Architectural Design Review No. ADR 13-
05.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Baerg, Falzone and Chiao
NOES: Commissioner Beranek and Parriile
A Resolution reflecting the decisions and findings of the Planning Commission will be
presented for adoption at the next Commission meeting. There will be a five (5) working
day appeal period after the adoption of the Resolution.
4. Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 13-04
CEQA Determination of a Class 1 Categorical Exemption
Applicant: Mr. Eric Chang
215 S. First Avenue
The applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit with a Class 1 Categorical
Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act(CEQA) for a 2,700 square foot
personal training studio with a maximum of 10 patrons and four (4) trainers at any one
time.
Recommended actions: Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 13-04
Find that the project is a Class 1 Categorical Exemption from
CEQA
Associate Planner, Tim Schwehr, presented the staff report.
Chairman Chiao opened the public hearing and asked if anyone would like to speak in
favor of this project.
Mr. Eric Chang, applicant and prospective business owner, spoke in support of the
project.
Ms. Charlotte Han, represented the property owner in support of the project.
Chairman Chiao asked if anyone would like to speak in opposition to this project.
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There were none.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Beranek, 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 13-04 and find that the project qualifies as a Class 1
Categorical Exemption from CEQA based on the findings in the staff report and subject
to the conditions recommended in the staff report.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Commissioners Baerg, Beranek, Falzone, Parrille and Chiao
NOES: None
A Resolution reflecting the decisions and findings of the Planning Commission will be
presented for adoption at the next Commission meeting. There will be a five (5) working
day appeal period after the adoption of the Resolution.
CONSENT CALENDAR
5. Minutes of May 28, 2013, Regular Meeting
Recommended action: Approve
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Falzone, seconded by Commissioner Parrille, to
approve the minutes of the May 28, 3013 meeting. Without objection the motion was
approved.
MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL LIAISON
There was nothing to report.
MATTERS FROM PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
There was nothing to report.
MATTERS FROM MODIFICATION COMMITTEE
Chairman Chiao reported that the Modification Committee denied a request for a time
extension for a parking modification for a medical use at a building on Foothill Blvd.
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MATTERS FROM STAFF INCLUDING UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS
Mr. Kasama said that the next Planning Commission agenda will include a subdivision on
Canyon Road.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairman Chiao adjourned this meeting at 8:45 p.m. to June 25, 2013, at 7:00 p.m., in the
City Council Chamber at 240 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia.
Chairman, Planning Commission
ATTEST:
Secretary, Planning Commission
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