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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 09/27/1977 M I N UTES of the regular meeting of the South San Francisco Planning Commission TIME: 8:05 P.M. (Because of lack of quorum.) DATE: September 27, 1977 PLACE: WEST ORANGE LIBRARY AUDITORIUM MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice-Chairman Goldberg, CommissionersCampredon and Mullin, and Chairman Teglia MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners Bertucelli, Mathewson and Slade ALSO PRESENT: City Planner William Costanzo City Engineer Robert Yee Assistant Planner Mark Wheeler Planning Division Secretary Rosa Perez Director of Public Services Frank Addiego MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING Minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of September 13, 1977. Vice-Chairman Goldberg moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of the South San Franci.sco Planning Commission of September 13, 1977, be approved. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Mullin and was passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Vice-Chairman Goldberg, Commissioners Campredon and Mullin, and Chairman Teglia. NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Bertucelli, Mathewson, and Slade. ABSTAINED: None ANNOUNCEMENT CONCERNING TAPE RECORDING OF .~~EETING Chairman Teglia 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 re- corded in this matter, 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. - 3841 - September 27, 1977 STREET RENAMING POINT SAN BRUNO BOULEVARD A proposal of the City of South San Francisco for the renaming of Point San Bruno Boulevard located between Grandview Drive and Forbes Boulevard in the M-2-H Zone District. Secretary Costanzo recommended that this matter be continued for 90 days to allow all persons involved more time to review the proposal. The Commission unanimously agreed to continue this matter for 90 days. This would be to the Planning Commission meeting of December 27, 1977. UP-75-325 A proposed revocation of the Use Permit for property located at 230 South Spruce Avenue in the P-C-M Zone District. . Secretary Costanzo presented the staff report. Opponent: William M. Appleby Acting, District III Administrator 340 - 21st Street Richmond, CA Richard Merz Field Service 7171 Bolling Drive Sacramento, CA Elizabeth Rogers Manager 230 South Spruce Avenue South San Francisco, CA Proponent: None Mr. Merz stated that the Employment Development Department had already decided to start mail pay on October 11, 1977. They realized that their parking facil- ities are inadequate for the number of claimants they serve. He also assured the Planning Commission that converting their operation to mail pay, would cut down the traffic problem by 50%. Mr. Merz advised that the State is willing to assume all costs involved with the fencing and chaining of the property across Myrtle Avenue. He also advised that Ms. Elizabeth Rogers was manager of the South San Francisco Office and any questions should be directed to her. Commissioner Mullin asked if there was mail pay at other facilities. Mr. Merz said, yes; they have already tried this in other locations and it works well to reduce traffic. The only time claimants come into the office is to resolve a problem or for an interview. - 3842 - UP-75-325 cont'd 'September 27, 1977 Vice-Chairman Goldberg asked if this change would reduce the number of employees. Mr. Appleby said, no; because they still have the same number of claimants. They handle 8,000 clients and 16,000 payments a month. Chairman Teglia noted that she has received complaints that employees park in the residential area. Ms. Rogers advised that employees have been told not to park there, and that she has talked with some home owners who assist her by taking down license numbers. Commissioner Campredon suggested that a temporary fencing be put up along Myrtle Avenue. Chairman Teglia advised that Mr. Merz had said the State would be will- ing to take care of this fencing. Commission discussed the parking problems on the empty lot, and if the City could barricade off Myrtle Avenue. Secretary Costanzo indicated that it was too late now, because of the already dedicated public right-of-way on Myrtle Avenue. Secretary Costanzo recommended that the Employment Development Depart- ment be given 60 days to resolve the parking problem on the residential area and the adjacent empty lot. Commissioner Mullin moved that UP-75-325 be continued for 60 days. Commissioner Campredon seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. u.S. STEEL CORPORATION NEGATIVE DECLARATION #132 An environmental determination based on an application of American Bridge, a Division of U. S. Steel Corporation, for the expansion and related improvements to property located adjacent to San Francisco Bay, north of Oyster Point Boule- vard, ln the M-2-H Zone District. Secretary Costanzo presented the staff report. Proponent: Harry Morford Plant Manager U.S. Steel 105 Oyster Point Blvd. South San Francisco, CA Jack Balentine Plant Engineer 105 Oyster Point Blvd. South San Francisco, CA Opponent: None Mr. Balentine presented a demonstration with illustrations on history and present functions of U. S. Steel at this location. He noted different types of machinery that they use to operate this plant and means of transportation of the finished products. He concluded that they are sure there will be an insignificant environ- mental impact as a direct result of this project. - 3843 - u.s. Steel, Neg. Decl. #132 cont'd September 27, 1977 Mr. Morford explained how their company is eager to get the approval of this permit because 4 platforms will be out for bid and delivery will be subject to this permit's approval. Commissioner Mullin expressed his concern on the non-contaminated dredged material that is noted on page 2 of the Addendum to, Negative Declaration #132. He also brought to the attention of the Commission page 4 of the Addendum, Alternatives to the Proposed Renovation, and noted that there is no fabrication done at Hunter's Point. Commissioner Mullin asked how high the platforms were going to be and what type of visual impacts would they have. Mr. Balentine indicated that the platforms would be close to 200 ft and that the visual effect will be much the same as exists today with the tall cranes. He went on to say that his company would not' have objection to constructing a solid wall fence along Oyster Point Boulevard for screening. Secretary Costanzo noted that from a short range you would be able to see the platform. Mr. Balentine advised that the platform in the photograph was much larger than the one intended to be built in South San Francisco. Chairman Teglia expressed a desire to provide additional heavy landscaping along Oyster Point Blvd. to screen the view. She also expressed an interest, if it was possible, to have tours for school children. Commissioner Campredon asked how deep would the dredging be. Mr. Balentine advised that it would have to be 10 ft. to 15 ft. deep. Commissioner Campredon asked if the pipe would be extended. Mr. Balentine advised that it would have to be extended out through underground culverts. Vice-Chairman Goldberg asked how long would it take to build the platform. Mr. Balentine advised that it would be about 15 months. Chairman Teglia expressed her concern of the danger the abandoned barge would be and that it should be removed prior to this permit's approval if possible. Secretary Costanzo advised that the property owner is unknown. Mr. Balentine advised that it is not their property but if the Commission recommended it, they would try to locate the owner. Secretary Costanzo agreed to contact the surrounding property owners and get some support from them. Mr. Morford advised that their company would be willing to help. Chairman Teglia refered to page 1 of Addendum and was specifically concerned with the noise of a night shift. Mr. Balentine advised that they have always worked those hours and there have been no complaints in the past years. Questions and concerns related to drainage, maintenance, vegetation and surface oiling near the bay were discussed in detail by Chairman Teglia, Commissioner Goldberg and Mullin. At the conclusion of this discussion, it was determined that the responsibility for water quality run-off rested with the Regional Water Quality Control Board. Commissioner Mullin moved to certify Negative Declaration #132 as being complete in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, with the addition of two mitigation measures. Additional Mitiigation #9, to read, "Surface run-off shall be subject to the review and approval of the Regional Water Quality Control Board." And adding to Mitigation measure '#4 "That the barge, scrap - 3844 - u.s. Steel, Neg. Decl. #132 cont'd September 27, 1977 materials, concrete, and other foreign matter shall be removed from the shoreline and the shoreline shall be replanted with..." Vice-Chairman Goldberg seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. PRECISE PLAN OR DESIGN/ DESIGN CRITERIA/ DESIGN REVIEW BOARD Final review prior to recommendation to the City Council for adoption of a Precise Plan of Design/Design Criteria/Design Review Board for consistency with established City policy for future development and the establishment of a Design Review Board. Secretary Costanzo presented the staff report and recommended that resolutions creating a Precise Plan of Design/Design Criteria/Design Review Board be adopted. Commissioner Mullin noted that on page 2, last paragraph of the Resolution for Design Review of Proposed Development there is a correction to be made as fo 11 ows: " . . . des i res of the Ci ty of South San Franci sco in genera 1 and the Planning Commission in particular..." Secretary Costanzo recommended that the resolution to amend Ordinance 353, as amended, be further amended to establish a Design Review Procedure and Design Review Board and to repeal section 5.5 entitled "Architectural Control." Secretary Costanzo noted that this was not an attempt to create another Planning Commission. The Commission discussed section 5.53 Design Review Board of the Draft Ordinance on what the board should consist of and agreed to amend as follows: "Said board shall consist of two (2) Architects licensed by the State and any combination of the following:" Vice-Chairman Goldberg asked if our filing fees were changing. Secretary Costanzo advised that they were in the process of changing and are subject to final changes. Commissioner Campredon noted that on the Landscape and Irrigation Check list Part II, B #7 correction be made as follows: liOn one and one-half (l~) to...". Also on Part II, A, #3 change wording to read as follows: "...sprinkler head size, valves...". The working on Part II, B, #6 was added to read as follows: "...acceptable to the Design Review Board." Secretary Costanzo recommended that the sprinkler system be designed so that the sprinkler is over-lapping. Commissioner Mullin moved to approve and recommend to the City Council a Resolu- tion Revising and Establishing Comprehensive Procedures for Design Review of Proposed Development; and a Resolution that Ordinance 353, as amended, be further amended to Establish a Design Review Procedure and Design Review Board and to repeal section 5.5 entitled IIArchitectural Control'" Commissioner Campredon seconded the motion and it was passed by a unanimous roll call vote. - 3845 - .September 27, 1977 COMMUNICATIONS For the Commission's information, Secretary Costanzo read the staff report on the Joint Commission Marina/Park Advisory Committee. If there are any questions, Staff stands ready to respond. Secretary Costanzo read for the Commission's information, a letter from the Department of Motor Vehicles regarding Auto Salvage facility on Harbor Way. Secretary Costanzo presented a letter of appeal (DP-77-155) Mr. Alfred Firenze, owner of Al's 157 Shooters Supplies, on a violation to Zoning Ordinance, Section 5.50. Mr. Firenze advised that at the time that he put up the pictorial ducks and guns, he was not aware of a violation. He feels this is better than a huge sign over his building, but is willing to change it if it is in violation of the Zoning Ordinance. Secretary Costanzo suggested that he use a more informative sign and place it in front of his building. Also explained how it would effect other businesses if the Commission would allow him to keep his pictorial ducks and guns. Mr. Firenze advised that there were other businesses with pictorial signs and why didn't the Commission have them change them. Secretary Costanzo made a note of the businesses he mentioned and indicated that these signs were approved prior to the Architectural Committee's current policy against pictorial repre- sentation. Secretary Costanzo suggested a mural be put on the side wall. Chairman Teglia recommended that Staff assist Mr. Firenze in designing his sign. Commissioner Mullin moved to uphold the Architectural Committee's decision, and Vice-Chairman Goldberg seconded the motion. It was upheld by a unanimous roll call vote. GOOD AND WELFARE Vice-Chairman Goldberg suggested that meetings would be shorter if the Commission would meet for 1 hour for a study session before every meeting. Secretary Costanzo suggested that there be a limitation of 3-5 minutes to presentations by applicants and staff. Chairman Teglia advised that by 10 o'clock it should be noted how many items are still pending and decide then if they will be handled that evening. Vice-Chairman Goldberg questioned the status of the parking ordinance revisions. Secretary Costanzo advised he needed more time to work on it. Chairman Teglia noted that at Union 76 Station on E1Camino Real and Chestnut Avenue, there is a price sign on the pole sign, and other signs that are allover the place. There is a pole that just sticks out with nothing on it. Secretary Costanzo will look into this matter. Chairman Teglia also noted that at 318 Magnolia, there appears to be an illegal amountof:living units. Secretary Costanzo advised he would send a Building Inspector to look into this matter. - 3846 - September , 1 There being nothing further consider under Good communi ons or matters of interest for Commi announced that the next regular meeting of the Plann held on October , 1977, at the hour of 7:30 p.m. i Al.lditorium~ The meeting was adjourned at 11:45 p~m. no other on, Chairman Teglia Commission would West Or nge Library Roberta Teglia, Chairman Planning Commission ty of South San Francisco NOTE: The entries of this Planning Commission meeting indi dispose of each item. Oral presentations, arguments on tape. The tapes are available in the Office of related to the items discussed are on file in the and are available fo.r public inspection. the action taken to documents are recorded City Planner. Documents ce of the City Planner