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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
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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.
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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