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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-11-15 PC Minutes 8-11-15 ARCADIA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, August 11, 2015 CALL TO ORDER – Vice Chairman Baerg called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Arcadia City Council Chambers. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL PRESENT: Commissioners Chan, Chiao, Lin and Baerg ABSENT: None SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Kasama said that a letter from the residents of Hollis Lane, relating to Item 1, was sent by email to the Commissioners and they confirmed receipt. PUBLIC COMMENTS None PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Continuance of Modification No. MP 14-14 and Single-Family Architectural Design Review No. SFADR 14-95 with a Categorical Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for a new two-story, Craftsman- style residence with an attached two-car garage at 2236 Hollis Lane. Applicant: Marvin Fong Recommendation: Continue the public hearing to the September 8, 2015, meeting. Mr. Kasama introduced the item and explained the options available to the Commission. He also presented the staff report. Vice Chairman Baerg opened the public hearing and asked if the appellant would like to speak. The appellant was not present. Vice Chairman Baerg asked if anyone would like to speak in favor of this item. There were none. Vice Chairman Baerg asked if anyone would like to speak in opposition to this item. The following responded: Ms. Sherilee Pocino, a neighbor Ms. April Verlato, a resident Mr. David Arvizu, a resident 8-11-15 MOTION It was moved by Vice Chairman Baerg, seconded by Commissioner Chan, to continue the public hearing of Modification No. MP 14-14 and Single-Family Architectural Design Review No. SFADR 14-95 to the September 8, 2015, meeting. ROLL CALL AYES: Commissioners Chan, Chiao, Lin and Baerg NOES: None CONSENT CALENDAR 2. Minutes of the July 28, 2015, Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Chiao, seconded by Commissioner Lin, to approve the minutes as presented. ROLL CALL AYES: Commissioners Chan, Chiao, Lin and Baerg NOES: None MATTERS FROM COUNCIL LIAISON Mayor Kovacic was not present. FROM PLANNING COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Chan proposed that the meeting be adjourned in honor of Vice Chairman Baerg for his service to the Planning Commission and the Commissioners agreed. MATTERS FROM MODIFICATION COMMITTEE Commissioner Lin reported that the Modification Committee meeting was canceled. MATTERS FROM STAFF INCLUDING UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Kasama said that besides the Hollis Lane project, the next agenda will include a Conditional Use Permit for a new restaurant at the HUB Shopping Center and the Commission reorganization. It was confirmed that a Commissioner does not need to be present to be nominated for the Chairman or Vice Chairman position. Mr. Kasama also said that an updated Conflict of Interest Map was provided to the Commissioners and to let him know of any additions for other interests in real property or businesses. The September 8 meeting will include a study session on the Brown Act and training on Planning Commissioner responsibilities is scheduled for September 30. 8-11-15 ADJOURNMENT Vice Chairman Baerg adjourned this meeting at 7:42 p.m. to Tuesday, August 25, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers located at 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia. Chairman, Planning Commission ATTEST: Secretary, Planning Commission