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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 2021
CALL TO ORDER Chair Wilander called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. on Zoom.
She informed the public of Zoom's "raise hand" feature for public comments.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PRESENT (Via Zoom) Chair Wilander, Vice Chair Lin, Chan, Thompson, and Tsoi
ABSENT: None
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Planning & Community Development Administrator Lisa Flores had no supplemental information.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minute time limit per person)
There were none.
PUBLIC HEARING
1. Resolution No. 2073 — Approving Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 20-16 with a Categorical
Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to allow a new wine and spirits
retail store at 1108 S. Baldwin Avenue, Units #B1 & B2
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2073
Applicant: Giano Nguyen
Chair Wilander introduced the item and turned it over to Assistant Planner Edwin Arreola to
present the staff report.
Mr. Arreola answered several questions of staff.
Chair Wilander asked if the Applicant would like to speak on the proposal.
Business Owner Fei Tong responded.
Chair Wilander opened the public hearing.
There were no callers for the item.
MOTION- PUBLIC HEARING
It was moved by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Vice Chair Lin to close the public
hearing. Without objection, the motion was approved.
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Planning Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be made
available for public inspection in the City's Planning Services Office located at 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, California,
during normal business hours.
DISCUSSION
Commissioner Thompson was in favor of the proposal. The business has been successful in other
locations, the parking is consistent with the Code, and the proposal is consistent with the General Plan
and zoning. Additionally, the proposal meets the Conditional Use Permit requirements which allows for
oversight by Planning Services.
Vice Chair Lin stated that this is a proper use for the location and the high-end retailer will add
prestigiousness to the area.
Commissioner Chan had no issues with the proposal. In cases when the business owner owns another
business in a different city such as this case, he recommended that staff contact those cities to determine
if there have been any reported crimes or issues.
Commissioner Tsoi agreed that this was an appropriate use at this plaza, and that the parking
requirements were met.
Chair Wilander agreed with the sentiments expressed by her fellow Commissioners.
MOTION
It was moved by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Vice Chair Lin to adopt Resolution No.
No. 2073, approving Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 20-16 with a Categorical Exemption under
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to allow a new wine and spirits retail store at
1108 S. Baldwin Avenue, Units #B1 & B2
ROLL CALL
AYES: Chair Wilander, Vice Chair Lin, Chan, Thompson, and Tsoi
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
There is a ten day appeal period after the adoption of the Resolution. If adopted, appeals are to
be filed by 4:30 p.m. on March 19, 2021.
CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Minutes of the February 23, 2021 Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission
Recommendation: Approve
It was moved by Commissioner Chan, seconded by Commissioner Tsoi to approve the minutes
of the February 23, 2021 Planning Commission Regular Meeting.
ROLL CALL
AYES: Chair Wilander, Vice Chair Lin, Chan, Thompson, and Tsoi
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL LIAISON
Council Liaison provided an update on the vaccination clinic and the City's efforts. Beginning on March
15, 2021, Phase 1B vaccination will be expanded to include an additional group of eligible residents.
Residents can contact City Hall for more information.
MATTERS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSONERS
Commissioner Thompson and Chair Wilander complimented staff on the February 23, 2020 Regular
Meeting Minutes, and that they were very thorough and depicted their recommendations accurately on
the text amendments to the Development Code.
MATTERS FROM ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY
Assistant City Attorney Maurer reported on pending litigation related to housing. SB -9, as mentioned at
the last meeting, would allow ministerial lot splits and ministerial duplexes in single-family zones. He
updated the Planning Commission that the author cancelled the upcoming hearing without explanation.
He will provide an update or any new information on this bill and the hearing as it becomes available.
MATTERS FROM STAFF INCLUDING UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS
Ms. Flores announced that there are three (3) items scheduled for the March 23, 2021 meeting: an appeal
of staffs denial of a Single Family Architectural Design Review application, a 13 -unit condominium
development at 901 W. Duarte Road, and a new mixed-use development at 122-128 E. Live Oak Avenue.
ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m. to Tuesday. March 23, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.
on Zoom for the next virtual meeting.
Marilynne Wilander
Chair, Planning Commission
ATTEST: &OL—
Lisa
Fiore
Secretary, Planning Commission
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