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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 08/26/1975 August 26, 1975 M I NUT E S of the regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission TIME: 8:00 P.M. DATE: AUGUST 26, 1975 PLACE: WEST ORANGE AVENUE LIBRARY AUDITORIUM MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice-Chairman Slade, Commissioners Bertucelli, Mathewson, Mullin, Teglia, and Chairman Hale MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Ci ty 'Pl anner Assistant Planner David C. Hale Mark Duino Zoning Administrator William Costanzo City Engineer Frank J. Addiego Robert Yee Directo~ of Public Services MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of August 12, 1975 Vl.ce~ChairmanS1 ade moved that the minutes of the regul ar meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission of August 12, 1975, be approved. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Teglia and was passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Vice-Chairman Slade, Commissioners Mullin and Teglia and Chairman Hale NOES: None ABSTAINED: Commissioners Bertucelli and Mathewson ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING TAPE RECORDING OF MEETING Chairman Mathewson announced that this meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission would be recorded on tape, but that anyone who wished to come before the Commission to be heard, but who objected to having his or her voice recorded in this manner, could request the Chairman to order the tape recorder turned "off" for the duration of the time that he or she is speaking or is heard - 3444 - August 26, 1975 UP-75-316 UP-75-316, a request of Syufy Enterprises to expand their two-screen drive-in theater to four screens, and to provide interior upgrading of the site. This matter had been continued from the August 12 meeting to give the applicant and the City Engineer time to resolve problems relating to the City Engineerls recommended conditions. Secretary Hale presented the staff report and recommendation. He stated that the applicant had agreed to meet all conditions to the satisfaction of the Ci ty En9 i neer: 1). that the applicant would raise the west curb, along the exit driveway leading to North Canal Street, to a height sufficient to hold the flow of water during storm conditions and instal' a storm drain inlet along the north side of Canal Street and a storm drain system across North Canal Street to Colma Creek to meet the approval of the City Engineer. 2). that the applicant would donate $500 toward the costs of seal coating North Canal Street. 3). that the City Engineer~s original requirement for dedication of ten feet along Spruce Avenue for future street widening be deleted because the applicant, or lessee, does not have the authority to make such dedication. Proponents: Dan Modena, representing the applicant 421 Grand Avenue South San Francisco, CA 94080 During the discussion, Commissioner Teglia asked the applicant how they would satisfy the complaints of adjoining property owners regarding noise from the theater. Mr. Modena explained that the noise during times when the theater was not in operation had been caused by employees playing radios. He stated that they had stopped that problem. He indicated that the guard hired for each theater would be responsible for turning off unused speakers. Commissioner Mathewson inquired as to whether Mr. Modena was authorized to speak on the behalf of the applicant. Mr. Modena and Mr. Haig, in the audience, stated that he had full authorization. Vice-Chairman Slade moved, and Commissioner Bertucelli seconded, that Use Permit UP-75-3l6 shall stand app~oved at such time that all of the conditions and ordinance requirements set forth and incorporated in the staff report of August 12, 1975, have been completed to the satisfaction of the Zoning Adminis- trator, City Engineer, Fire Chief, and Chief Building Official. The motion was passed unanimously. - 3445 - August 26, 1975 UP-75-318 UP-75-3l8, a request by Exhibitgroup San Francisco for a Use Permit to install a 3'6" x 301011 roof sign to an existing structure at 100 Utah Avenue. Zoning Administrator Costanzo presented the staff report. After discussion with the applicant, Commissioner Teglia moved, and Commissioner Bertucelli seconded, that UP-75-318 be approved subject to the conditi~ns contained in the staff report of August 26, 1975. The motion was passed unanimously. NOISE ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN Secretary Hale and Assistant Planner Mark Duino gave a brief presentation of the Noise Element report followed by a presentation by Maurice A. Garbell, M.A.G. Consultants, consultant for the Noise Element. Dr. Garbell explained that he wanted to develop a glossary of terms for inclusion in the Noise Element as well as a statement of proposed policy regarding opposition to the SST Concorde series aircraft. He also advised that there should be no statement in the Noise Element indicating priorities of policies or programs because of his concern that such a ranking could some day be to the City's disadvantage. Commissioner Mathewson indicated his concern that there would be no follow through on this matter and that noise problems are significant for the City of South San Francisco... ... Secretary Hale responded by/suggesting that staff work with the consultant after adopting the Noise Eij~ntent to develop a work program for a plan of action. This matter was continued to September 15,1975, 7:30 ~.m., in the City Hall Conference Room. SEISMIC AND SAFETY ELEMENTS OF THE GENERAL PLAN Secretary Hale and Assistant Planner Duino gave the staff presentation of the Seismic Hazards and the Safety Elements of the General Plan. This matter was discussed by the Commission and, upon the recommendation of staff, the matter was continued to the meeting of September 15, 1975, 7:30 p.m., in the City Hal' Conference Room. - 3446 - August 26, 1975 SCENIC ROADS ELEMENT TO THE GENERAL PLAN Secretary Hale and Assistant Planner Duino made the staff's presentation of the Scenic Roads Element, explaining that the Element had been prepared as a County-wide project and that the City could adopt the Element as it is or with any revisions deemed desirable. Staff recommended that the Commission adopt the Scenic Roads Element with the addition of two roadways proposed for scenic roads: Junipero Serra Boulevard and Westborough Boulevard from 1-280 north to El Camino Real. Viice-Chairman Slade introduced the resolution to recommend approval of this Element with the two additions recommended by staff. The resolution was adopted unanimously. RESOLUTION OF COMMENDATION/NEtLO LAZZARI Commissioner Mathewson introduced the following resolution commending Nello Lazzari for his dedicated service to the City of South San Francisco as a Planning Commissioner. Commissioner Lazzari resigned effective August 12, 1975. Secretary Hale read the resolution into the minutes. "WHEREAS, Nello Lazzari was appointed by the City Council of South San Francisco to the Planning Commission on November 12, 1964; and WHEREAS, Nello Lazzari has served the City of South San Francisco as a dedicated member of the City's Planning Com- mission for eleven years; and WHEREAS, during this time Commissioner Lazzari provided leadership in the development of the City's General Plan and guided the development of the Westborough Planned Community and the City's planned Industrial Park, and pro- vided continued dedication to preserving and improving existing neighborhoods; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Lazzari kept in mind the best interests of the City in his pub1ic actions; and WHEREAS, Commissioner Lazzari's long service on the Commission has helped to provide continuity in the patterns of City development; and WHEREAS, the Commission wishes to commend Nello Lazzari and spread this special commendation across the minutes of the Commission. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Planning Commission of the City of South San Francisco that it does hereby express its sincere gratitude and appreciation to Nello Lazzari for hi s contri buti ons to hdis communi ty and, further, wishes him happiness and a long and healthful life. II - 3447 - August 26, 1975 The Commission unanimously adopted the resolution. COLMA CREEK FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT Secretary Hale presented a staff report on the final designs of Colma Creek Flood Control Project for the portion of the Creek from approximately Chestnut Avenue to Orange Park. Secretary Hale explained that several changes were being requested by the City to insure compatibility of the flood control project improvements with the future Colma Creek Enhancement Project. These changes include the coloring requested to be added to the concrete to obtain an earthtone color considered to be more fitting than white concrete for the surrounding environment. Also, the chain link fence on top of the concrete channel is deemed unnecessary. These changes have been discussed with the County e~gineers who agreed that the revisions could be made. Commissioner Teglia asked if the City could avoid this problem in the future by having the Planning staff review the finalized design proposals at an early date. Director of Public Services Frank J. Addiego assured the Commission that this would be done in the futu~e. COMMUNICATIONS Secretary Hale informed the Commission of a letter and a petition from Alfred M. Callegari, 541 Grand Avenue, South San Francisco, requesting a rezoning of properties along Olive Avenue from R-2 to R-3. Secretary Hale informed the Commission that this matter would be put into a staff report for the Commission1s consideration at the next meeting. Secretary Hale announced the League of California Cities meeting in October in San Francisco and asked for members who wish to attend. Commissioners Mathewson, Mullin and Slade indicated their desire to attend. GOOD AND WELFARE Commissioner Mullin inquired about the sign program at Colina. Zoning Adminis- trator Costanzo indicated he would investigate the matter. Vice--ChCi irmanSlctde'br.oggntx.pp'the<,dis cu??i9t1......of.~Co li na ...~nd.....express ed the concerns of some of the new residents of the development. There being nothing further to be considered under Good and Welfare and no further communications or other matters of interest for the Commission, Chairman Hale announced that the next regular meeting of the Planning Com- mission would be held on September 9, 1975, at 8:00 p.m. in the West Orange Library Auditorium. - 3448 - August 26, 1975 The meeting was adjourned at 10:55 p.m. Homer V. Hale, Chairman Planning Commission City of South San Francisco ~ C.,\" ~~. David C. Hale, Secretary Planning Commission City of South San Francisco NOTE: The entries of this Planning Commission meeting indicate the action taken by the Planning Commission to dispose of each item. Oral presentations, arguments, and documents are recorded on tape. The tapes are available in the Office of the City Planner. Documents related to the items discussed are on file in the Office of the City Planner and are available for public inspection. - 3449 -