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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-28-2002ACTION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA 1 1 OCTOBER 2$, 2002 CALLED TO ORDER 5:37 P.M. City Hall Council Chambers 22 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California ATTENDANCE COMMISSIONERS Present: Alexander Nalle, Chairman Lynnette Verino, Vice Chair Don Cribb Christopher Leo Glenn Mondo Robert Richardson COMMISSIONERS Absent: Molly Doughty STAFF PRESENT Joseph Edwards, Acting Planning Manager Benjamin Kaufman, Chief Assistant City Attorney Joyce Amerson, Transportation Manager Mike McCoy, Police Department Yolanda Pena, Police Department Rosa Barela, Acting Recording Secretary CONSENT CALENDAR Commissioner Mondo abstained from item D. Motion to approve staff recommendations on the following Consent Calendar items. MOTfON: Leo SECOND: Cribb VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson, Verino !6) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: Doughty (1) A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES RECOMMENDATION: Approve the minutes from the regular meeting of September 23, 2002. B. RECORDING SECRETARY REPORT RECOMMENDATION: 1 Instruct the Commission Secretary to enter into the minutes. The September 23, 2002 Agenda was posted at the City Hall Council Chambers on September 18, 2002 at 3:30 p.m. The Notice of Cancellation for the October 14, 2002 Meeting was posted at the City Hall Council Chambers on October 8, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. C. ANNUAL REVIEW OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.2001-26 Filed by the Orange County Worship Centei° for the annual review of the Orange County Christian Academy private school located at 1440 E. Santa Clara Avenue. RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file the staff report for the annual review of Conditional Use Permit No. 2001-26. 1 D. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.2002-17 Filed by Kitchen Shin Restaurant, Shinji and Hatsuko Shimamura, to allow a Type 41 ABC License to sell beer and wine at an existing restaurant located at 136 W. MacArthur Boulevard. PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: October 4, 2002 PUBLICLY NOTICED: October 4, 2002 RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-17 as conditioned. *Commissioner Mondo abstained from item D. * * * END OF CONSENT CALENDAR BUSINESS CALENDAR E. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2002-13 (Continued by the Planning Commission on September 23, 2002 to October 28, 2002) Filed by BP West Coast Products to allow for a Type 20 ABC license at 1727 East Dyer Road. D PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: September 13, 2002 PUBLICLY NOTICED: September 13, 2002 RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a resolution denying Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-13. Bill Apple, Associate Planner, noted at the September 23 meeting the Commission approved applicant's project and continued CUP 2002-13 so that staff could develop conditions should the Commission decide to approve the sale of beer and wine. Chairman Nalle noted that the public hearing had been opened and closed at the September 23, 2002 meeting. Craig Yamasaki, Zoning Development Manager for BP Arco, spoke in favor of approving the CUP noting they are offering the purchase and elimination of two off-premise licenses in the city. Discussion ensued on licenses. Motion to adopf a resolution denying Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-13. MOTION: Richardson SECOND: Mondo VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Leo, Mando, Nalle, Richardson, Verino (6) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: Doughty (1) F. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2002-14 AND VARIANCE NO. 2002-09 (Continued by the Planning Commission on September 23, 2002 to October 28, 2002) Filed by Universal Discount Mall to legalize an existing indoor swapmeet and reduce the minimum off-street parking and landscaping requirements at 2029 West First Street. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 2 OCTOBER 28, 2002 PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: September 13, 2002 PUBLICLY NOTICED: September 13, 2002 RECOMMENDATION: 1. Adopt a resolution denying Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-14. 2. Adopt a resolution denying Variance No. 2002-09. C Wayne Avrashow, Attorney for Applicant, noted disagreement with staff's findings commenting on the applicant's disclosing his intent to install 37 partitions. Commissioner Leo noted the applicant has operated for 13 years and has stamped plans with the partitions and a certificate of occupancy noting concern about shutting down mall after 13 years of operation. Discussion ensued on the parking requirements, certificate of occupancy, tenants and the partitions. Motion to: 1. Adopt a resolution denying Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-14. Chairman Nalle noted that the public hearing had been opened and closed at the September 23, 2002 meeting. Ann Ni, Planning Associate, noted the item was continued on September 23 to examine the plans approved by the City in September 1989. The applicant alleged that the approved plans allowed an indoor swapmeet use. Under careful examination, the plans were approved for a single tenant retail use in the building. 2. Adopt a resolution denying Variance No. 2002-09. U MOTION: Cribb VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson, Verino (5) NOES: Leo (1) ABSENT: Doughty (1) SECOND: Verino WORK STUDY SESSION G. DRIVE-THROUGH RESTAURANT POLICY DISCUSSION Staff requested that item be continued to the next meeting due to time constraints. rl ~J H. SANTA ANA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BRANDING CAMPAIGN Michael Metzler, Santa Ana Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, provided background information on the Chamber Branding Campaign in which they hired DGWB Advertising who engaged in a year-long analysis. Mr. Metzler then introduced Mark Weisman and Jon Gothold of DGWB. Mr. Weisman commented on the input from City officials, constituents, and potential residents of Santa Ana that helped create the program. He discussed the positive points of civic pride, an active downtown, diverse social fabric cultural renaissance, an up-to-date and creative urban environment and economic re-growth. The four major areas noted for comments were: city of neighbors, city of creativity, city of business solutions, and city of momentum. He commented on the positive and negative perceptions of Santa Ana, addressed them, and discussed recommendations. Mr. Gothold commented on input received and the advertisement campaign "Santa Ana - A Spirit of Change." COMMISSION RECESSED AT 6:5~ P.M. RECONVENED AT 7:04 P.M. WITH THE SAME COMMISSIONERS PRESENT PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OCTOBER 28, 2002 PUBLIC HEARINGS PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PROCEDURAL RULES 1. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2002-18 AND VARIANCE NO. 2002-10 Filed by Wireless Facilities, Inc. to add an additional antenna array to an existing AT&T monopole with a 63-foot cellular facility that exceeds the allowable height of 60 feet at 1517 N. Fairview. PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: October 18, 2002 PUBLICLY NOTICED: October 18, 2002 RECOMMENDATION: Approve and adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program, Environmental review No. 2002-191. 2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-18 as conditioned. 3. Adopt a resolution approving Variance No. 2002-10 as conditioned. Bob St. Paul, Associate Planner, presented the staff report and recommendation. Chairman Nalle opened the public hearing. No written communications were received and there were no speakers on the matter. Chairman Nalle closed the public hearing. Commissioner Richardson noted that he drove by the property and that the site is poorly maintained. He offered the following motion: Motion to continue 30 days and ask staff to work with the applicant to identify alternatives that would involve a less visible structure and including use of extensive landscaping in order to help conceal use of location. MOTION: Richardson SECOND: Cribb VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson, Verino (6) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: Doughty (1) 2. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT 2001-02, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NOS. 2002-20, 2002-21, AND 2002-22 Filed by M & A Gabaee L.P. to certify the Environmental Impact Report for the Sav-On Live/Work Project located at 102, 116-120 N. Main Street and 115 N. Sycamore Street, allow the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption, allow the operation of a retail establishment during the hours of Midnight and 5:00 a.m., and allow the construction of four live-work units. PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: October 18, 2002 PUBLICLY NOTICED: October 18, 2002 RECOMMENDATION: Recommend that the City Council: 1. Adopt a resolution certifying Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) No. 2001- 02 2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-20. 3. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-21. 4. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-22. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 4 OCTOBER 28, 2002 Sergio Klotz, Senior Planner, presented the staff report and recommendation. Chairman Nalle opened the public hearing. Fred Gaines, attorney for applicant, spoke in support of the project noting they accept the modifications made by the Police Department. Ben Grabiel, member of Santa Ana Historical Preservation Society (SAHPS) and Apartment Association of Orange County, spoke in opposition of the project noting limited parking. Alison Young, President of the SAHPS, spoke in opposition of the project adding she received information late Friday prior to meeting and commented on the responses to the EIR. Priscilla Monserrate-Sanders, of the Latino Health Access, spoke in opposition of the ABC license. Ginelle Hardy, President of the Heninger Park Neighborhood Association, spoke in opposition of the project noting the limited parking, sale of alcohol near schools, and no laundry facilities. Joann Ramirez, Vice President of SAHPS, spoke in opposition of the project noting the response to comments from the EIR. Roberta Reed spoke in opposition of the project and noted the response to comments to the EIR. Chairman Nalle closed the public hearing. Commission discussion ensued on the historic building, the possibility of the City purchasing the property, the liquor license, parking, the Final EIR, 24-hour operation of store, laundry and live/work component. Mofion to continue. MOTION: Cribb Motion died for lack of a second. Motion to recommend that the City Council: 1. Deny certifying Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) No. 2001-02 2. Deny Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-20. 3. Deny Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-21. 4. Deny Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-22. MOTION: Richardson SECOND: Leo VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Leo, Richardson, Verino (4) NOES: Mondo, Nalle (2) ABSENT: Doughty (1) C{~MMENTS 3. Public Comments There were no public comments. 4. Staff Comments Joseph Edwards announced that Joyce Amerson accepted a position with the City of Pasadena as the Director of Transportation. Chairman Nalle congratulated Ms. Amerson and thanked her for all her efforts with the Commission. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 5 OCTOBER 28, 2002 5. Planning Commission Comments Commissioner Cribb • Thanked Ms. Amerson for her dedication and noted his appreciation for all her contributions. • Requested that staff investigate the landscaping at the Santa Ana Auto Mall noting that other auto centers he has observed appear to be more attractive. • Reported that many pine trees are being topped and asked that a tree policy be established. He suggested an informational program on how to appropriately trim trees be included in the water bills. • Noted his attempt to elevate architecture in the community. He also noted that at the Cornerstone Village grand opening the architect was acknowledged at the event but was not acknowledge in the written materials. • Noted concern regarding the denial of the liquor license on Dyer Road. Commissioner Verino • Requested that staff investigate two metal storage containers in the front parking lot of Rite Aid at the northwest corner of First and Main Streets and also requested that staff ask that Rite Aid clean their awnings. • Requested staff investigate a large pothole on northbound Main Street north of Chestnut noting the hole was to the right of a metal cover and suggested a second cover be placed. Commissioner Mondo • Asked that staff provide an update on the Civic Center Plan and how it may be altered by Centerline. • Requested that staff follow-up on the "New Improvements Coming To You" signs that are still at Lillie King and Sandpointe Parks in which the anticipated dates have past with no improvements. He noted that the signs have had graffiti on them for several weeks. • Requested staff investigate if the large 500-gallon tank close to the trash enclosure at In-N-Out Burger at MacArthur & Bristol is permitted. • Asked if the sign at MacArthur Place indicating new townhomes coming soon refers to the units that had previously been approved by the specific development. Mr. Edwards noted they were. • Noted the pleasure of working with Ms. Amerson. Commissioner Richardson • Requested that staff investigate the strings of balloons at the Honda Santa Ana dealership at the Auto Mall. • Requested that staff investigate the Honda Santa Ana signs on stakes off the 5 Freeway at 17t" Street. • Requested staff investigate the building supply yard located at the northwest corner of 1St and Fairview noting there are dozens of ice creams truck parked in the lot with no screening. • Congratulated Joyce Amerson on her new position in Pasadena. • Noted he would like to renew his request to look at the No Stopping Anytime signs and asked that staff investigate: Fairhaven and Santa Clara east of the railroad tracks adding that some on Fairhaven have graffiti; Santa Clara between Grand Avenue and Lincoln; and MacArthur Boulevard between Fairview and Bristol where signs are in tree wells. He requested staff to investigate the possibility of having the curbs painted red in some of these areas. • Requested that staff have a future meeting at the Police building in order to see the Stat-Track System. Commissioner Leo • Requested that the City Attorney's Office investigate how to legally get national retailers to purchase liquor licenses in Santa Ana adding the need to be aggressive and also gives flexibility to approve certain projects that would enhance the city. • Inquired if the owners of the property across MainPlace are pursuing plans that will generate sales tax revenue. Mr. Edwards responded that the owner is in the process of developing plans to submit and staff will have a study session once received to discuss proposals. He noted that he hoped the owner pursue opportunities for sales tax revenue. • Noted his agreement with branding campaign's issue of, signage for the downtown area and the need to direct people off the freeway to the downtown and artists village. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 6 OCTOBER 28, 2002 • Asked if staff has had any response from MainPlace regarding their signs. Mr. Edwards noted the City Manager and Deputy City Manager have had discussions with representatives from Westfield. Chairman Nalle • Expressed concern regarding the appearance of MainPlace. • Expressed appreciation that the home at Santa Clara & Main Street had been demolished. • Inquired on the Chamber of Commerce branding campaign. 6. Excuse of Absences Motion by Commissioner Verino and seconded by Commissioner Richardson to excuse the absence of Commissioner Doughty and approved unanimously by a vote of 6:0. 7. Adjournment - 9:00 p.m. ~ ~ /~, Rosa Barela, Acting Recording Secretary 1 1 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 7 OCTOBER 28, 2002