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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05.15.97 Minutes MINUTES SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO PLANNING COMMISSION May 15, 1997 CALL TO ORDER: 7:00 P.M. SPECIAL TIME PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Romero, Vice-Chairman Padreddii, Commissioners Masuda, Barnett, and Baldocchi Teglia arrived at 7:05 p.m. and Sim arrived at 7: 10 p.m. MEMBERS ABSENT: None ALSO PRESENT: Planning Division: Chief Planner Senior Planner Act. Secretary II Assist. City Attorney City Engineer Eng. Dev. Review Specialist Police Department: Jim Harnish Steve Carlson Rosa Perez Wayne Snodgrass Arthur Wong Richard Harmon Sgt. Ron Petrocchi ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS INTERVIEWS FOR THE DESIGN REVIEW BOARD Mr. Nilmeyer stated he is an Architect, and has worked as a consultant reviewing plans with the City of South San Francisco Building Division. He likes the architectural progress in South San Francisco and is committed to be part of the Design Review Board. He explained that the applicants must be educated and the manner in which they are told that their projects need improvements should be with constructive information that would allow the applicant to work with the recommendations from the Design Review Board. He believes that applicants need to leave feeling they were treated fairly and know that the process was beneficial. Mr. John Ploss stated he has been an architect for 20 years with a wide range of experience including large residential projects. He has designed projects in South San Francisco, i.e., Ridgeview and Viewmont. He noted that as an applicant, the South San Francisco Design Review Board was one of the easiest design review boards to go through. He believes that Design Review Boards should be a good experience in the design process. In dealing with some difficult applicants, he believes that the Design Review Board needs to be clear, fair and be consistent. Mr. John Lim stated that he is an Architect, and has worked for many years for PG&E. He is now in private practice. His experience in going through the "red tape" of public agencies has made it clear that the purpose for entities like Design Review Board is to protect the environment. He noted that in rating projects in South San Francisco, he would select as good projects the new Walgreens on EI Camino Real, Anchors Drugs on Spruce and Grand and the Black Mountain Water building. He noted that poorly designed project would be the building at the N/E corner of Spruce and Grand Avenue; and the Oyster Pt. Interchange. Mr. Robert Gooyer stated that he has been an architect since 1980. He is president elect for the County of San Mateo AlA, was involved with the California Board of Architectural Examiners for the last eight years, a former Examination Commissioner, and has had his own firm since 1991. His experience on boards includes Foster City's Schools in selecting architects for improvements and budget appropriation. He stated that those who need the architectural assistance should be able to get it. The Design Review Board provides residents with a very good service. He believes that a Design Review Board should not be self-centered and needs to understand that criticisms should be done in a manner that is constructive. He believes that in the past 15 years the peninsula has had good design review boards. He agrees that a building needs to fit into the neighborhood, i.e., the Goodguys building, and that the applicants need to be guided. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Motion-Barnett/Second-Teglia: To approve Planning Commission Minutes of May 1, 1997. The Motion was unanimously approved by voice vote with Chairman Romero abstaining. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS PRESENTATIONS Resolution Commending Steve Solomon for his service to the City of South San Francisco as Chief Planner and as Interim Economic and Community Development Director. Mr. Solomon was unable to attend meeting to receive resolution. The resolution would be mailed. Motion-Romero/Second-Sim: To adopt Resolution commending Steve Solomon. The Motion was unanimously approved by voice vote. Resolution Commending Larry Kasparowitz for his service to the City of South San Francisco as Landscape Architect and Assistant Planner. Chairman Romero presented the resolution to Mr. I(asparowitz reading the resolution and thanking him for all his assistance in architectural, design and his work in the Engineering and Planning Divisions. Mr. Kasparowitz thanked the Commission for their thoughtfulness. Motion-MasudalSecond-Padreddii: To adopt Resolution commending Larry Kasparowitz. The Motion was unanimously approved by voice vote. Chairman Romero called for a break at 7:45 p.m. and meeting was called back to order at 7:55 p.m. Page 2 of 11 PC Mtg. 5/15/97 CONSENT CALENDAR - AGENDA ITEMS 494 Forbes Blvd., Jessica McClintock, Inc., Applicant/Owner UP-97-010; Cate20rical Exemption, Class 1, Section 15301 (Continued/rom March 20'h, 1997) Use Permit to allow retail sales, sign program, and use generating more than 100 ADT in the (P-I) Planned Industrial Zone District in accordance with South San Francisco Municipal Code Sections 20.32.060, and 20.32.030(c). (Applicant requests continuance to June 1tfh, 1997) Chairman Romero asked if this would be the last continuance. Planner Harnish noted he would be meeting with the applicants next week to finalized their plans. He also noted if it is not ready for June 19th, then the City Attorney's office would handle the matter. Motion -Barnett/Second-Baldocchi: To continued for the last time to June 19, 1997 regular meeting. The Motion was unanimously approved by voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING - AGENDA ITEM 899 Airport Blvd., Shell Oil Co.! A&S Engineering, Applicant; Shell Oil Co., Owner UP-96-110, and Mitigated Negative Declaration No. ND-96-110 (Continued from March 20'\ April 11h, May 1st 1997) Use Permit to allow the conversion of one automobile work bay to a food mart situated in the P-C Planned Commercial Zone District, in accordance with South San Francisco Municipal Code Sections 20.24.030(c) and 20.24.070(a). Chairman Romero opened the public hearing. Senior Planner Carlson presented staff report and noted correction of the staff report that the food mart will not be a 24 hour operation. He presented a history of the application noting that it originally included a parking variance. He noted that the proposed project had been revised to provide adequate parking. The applicant and manager have made the commitment to restricting fuel delivery from 11 :30 P.M. to 5:30 A.M. so that it does not conflict with the parking in front of the food mart which will have limited hours. He noted that the proposed food mart is consistent with Land Use Policy 32, since it is not a 24- hour operation. He recommended approval of the Use Permit and Mitigated Negative Declaration subject to the conditions of approval. Reoresentin2 Aoolicant: Dick Blenanthal Shell Oil Company 1150 Bayhill Drive San Bruno, CA 94066 Mr. Blenanthal concurred with the staff report, but requested revised hours of the food mart to 5: 45 AM to 11: 15 PM. He also asked that Planning Division Condition NO.5 requiring an annual review of the parking requirements be deleted. He noted he was available to answer any questions, and that the station dealer was also present. Chairman Romero closed the public hearing. Page 3 of 11 PC Mtg. 5/15/97 Commissioner Teglia thanked staff and applicant for their efforts in the improvement to the project. He asked if service bays would be full service and if parking spaces for the food mart would be sufficient. Planner Carlson noted full service did not consist of heavy automotive repairs and that the parking requirements were met. Commissioner Teglia noted his concern about the storage of autos while they are waiting to be repaired and agreed with an annual review of parking requirements. Commissioner Barnett asked if parking requirements are met, whether the Commission has authority to require a review of the permit? Assistant City Attorney Snodgrass noted he would review Municipal Code. Chairman Romero asked for comments from the Commission on the requested hours of operation for the food mart. Commissioners Padreddii and Masuda noted they would have no problems with the requested hours. Commissioner Teglia noted that he would prefer a minimum of 15 minutes before and after the bulk fuel delivery hours. Sgt. Petrocchi noted that the Police Department has conditioned the use as a 24-hour operation and would not have a problem with requested hours of operation. The Commission concurred to amend the hours of operation for the food mart to 5:45 AM to 11: 15 PM. In response to Commissioner Barnett's earlier question, Attorney Snodgrass noted that the Commission does have the legal authority to impose an annual review. Planner Carlson noted that the condition could be revised to a one year review. The Commission concurred with one-year review. Commissioner Sim asked the applicant as to whether he agreed with the restriction of the sale of liquor. The applicant indicated he was in agreement. Commissioner Sim suggested to the applicant to consider the handicap parking at the side of the building so that the parking space does not encroach into the driveway. The Applicant noted suggestion, indicated that it had been considered, but that it was determined that it would reduce the number of parking spaces required. Motion-TeglialSecond-Barnett: To adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration ND-96-110. The Motion was unanimously approved by a voice vote. Motion-TeglialSecond-Masuda: To approved Use Permit UP-96-110 based on the revised findings and subject to the amended conditions of approval. The Motion was unanimously approved by a voice vote. 114 Harbor Way, Bay Area Diablo Petroleum Co.-owner/Golden Gate Petroleum-applicant UP-95-994/MOD 1, Cate20rical Exemption: Class 1, Section 15301 Use Permit Modification to allow an existing service station with mini-mart to operate 24 hours in the P-I Planned Industrial Zone and Redevelopment District in accordance with South San Francisco Municipal Code Section 20.32.070(a). Chairman Romero opened the public hearing. Page 4 of 11 PC Mtg. 5/15/97 Senior Planner Carlson presented the staff report and noted that the previous conditions of approval are still in effect and are adequate to meet requirements. Renresentin2 Aonlicant: Terry Pinney 1001 Galaxy Way Concord Mr. Pinney stated he had no further comments and was available for any questions. Chairman Romero closed the public hearing. Commissioner Masuda asked if the project complies with General Plan Policy #32? Planner Carlson noted that this is a policy question and that the Commission should determine if the food mart is a convenience store. Attorney Snodgrass advised that the City has the legal authority to interpret the General Plan, so long as the interpretation is reasonable. It can define a food mart and a convenience store as different. Chairman Romero noted that this is not the primary use at the site and that it is an accessory use. Discussion continued that the site is located in the industrial area and the 300' radius public notification had not resulted in any comments. Motion -Barnett/Second-Masuda: To approved Use Permit UP-95-994/MOD 1 based on the findings and subject to the original conditions of approval. The Motion was unanimously approved by a voice vote. 1155 EI Camino Real, Max's Restaurant/Fuentabella, Applicant UP-93-950; Categorical Exemption: Class 1, Section 15301 Ninety-Day Review of Use Permit to allow full service restaurant within 200 feet of a residential district, with closing at 10 PM, in a Retail Commercial (C-l) Zone District in accordance with provisions of South San Francisco Municipal Code Sections 20.22.030, 20.22.040(c), and 20.22.070(a). Chairman Romero opened the public hearing. Senior Planner Carlson noted that staff had not received any complaints during the 90 day review period. The applicant submitted a letter, dated May 6, 1997, from Environmental Solutions regarding the odor control equipment. Also, a copy of a letter from Darling International, dated February 20, 1997, agreeing to "pickup after 9:00 a.m.", and a letter from South San Francisco Scavenger, dated February 28, 1997, agreeing to a "8: 00 a. m. pickup for garbage collection" were submitted. Staff recommends the Commission make a determination that the applicant has complied with the conditions of approval. Reoresentin2 Aoolicant: T om Johnson Law Offices at 1486 Hunnington Ave., SSF Mr. Johnson thanked staff for working with applicant to abate nuisances. He reiterated that grease pickup is now 9 AM-I 0 PM and that the Scavenger Company is now going to pickup at 8 AM. He stated that the restaurant installed a $10,000, state-of-the-art, air emissions control equipment. They hired an engineering firm to study odor emissions in Page 5 of 11 PC Mtg. 5/15/97 four block radius. Also he concluded that Max's has gone above and beyond all the other restaurants in the area in compliance to the odor nuisance, and agrees with the staff recommendation. He also stated that the restaurant recently hired Terminex to undertake a special drainage and grease trap control program to purge any residues of grease in traps on a regular basis. Soeakin2 32ainst the aonlication: Ms. Renz stated that she had kept a log and that the Scavenger Jeanne Renz Company picks up between 7:30 a.m. and 8:45 a.m., and that 130 Alta Lorna Avenue, SSF this time was satisfactory. She noted that Darling Company carne twice: February 21, 1997 (not in the 90 day review period) at 6:30 a.m. and March 6, 1997 at 5:51 a.m. She expressed concern as to how often the grease trap would be cleaned out, since she can smell the grease. She noted that she could identify when other restaurants start cooking, she had not noticed any difference and wondered when the new equipment was installed. She stated that the gardeners are coming early with blowers and asked if they could corne later. The cleaning people arrived at 7:30 a.m. but they do not make any noise. She stated that things have improved and does appreciate all they have done. She does still smell odors and wanted to know when are the vents replaced. Mr. Johnson stated that emissions control equipment was installed two weeks ago. He would like to know if she notices a difference in three months. The Darling Company pickups have been corrected as of the date of their letter. In response to Ms. Renz questions, he noted that the grease pickup is every two weeks. He noted that there was also a ventilation system to capture odor emissions from the cooked and prepared food within the restaurant. He noted that they surveyed the area and there had been no complaints from other immediate neighbors. Reoresentin2 Aoolicant: Torn Johnson Law Offices at 1486 Hunnington Ave., SSF Commissioner Masuda noted to the applicant that Darling's letter was accepted February 26, 1997 and Ms. Renz logged her complaints on March 6, 1997 at 5:00 AM. He asked that another letter be sent to Darling Company. Chairman Romero closed the public hearing. i,g~llmgl~lgi~lwip',-~ji~~lj: Commissioner Teglia stated that he was pleased with the efforts for improvements, but because of the initial problems, he would like to continue the review for another six months to one year. Commissioner Masuda agreed that another six months review would be necessary since the new odor control system had only been installed for two weeks. Commissioner Baldocchi asked that the grease trap be cleaned out more often than every two weeks and agrees with a six month review period. Commissioner Barnett concurred with another six months review period. Commissioner Sim thanked the applicant for all their efforts on the improvements. He asked for clarification of the six months review period. He asked measurable standards does the restaurant need to Page 6 of 11 PC Mtg. 5/15/97 achieve, so that it would not need another review period? Commissioner Teglia stated that, in his opinion, the applicant would need to be in full compliance with the conditions of approval and the issue of odor control can be dealt with separately. Teglia understands the applicant is not expected to spend millions of dollars, but there may be other options. Commissioner Sim stated that in all fairness to Ms. Renz and the applicant a clarification of a public and private nuisance from the Attorney's office was necessary. Assistant City Attorney Snodgrass stated that a nuisance under the law was defined as "any condition which is indecent or offensive, or which interferes with the ability of the property owner to comfortably enjoy their property". The difference of a public nuisance would affect a substantial nunlber of people, if it does not nleet that criteria it would be considered a private nuisance. Commissioner Sim asked the remedies for a private nuisance. Attorney Snodgrass advised that the victim of the nuisance would need to seek enforcement through the law. Commissioner Sim asked how many other neighbors have complained about this project. Planner Carlson noted there was one other neighbor who complained in the past about car noise. Vice-Chairman Padreddii thanked applicant and staff for their efforts to take care of the problem. He felt that the problems have been corrected and that this applicant has had enough reviews. Commissioner Teglia proposed to have one more review to make sure that compliance to the conditions are continued. Chairman Romero noted that this application has had an annual, 6 month and 90 day reviews. There were only two issues: 1) The odor complaints; and 2) the non compliance of the conditions of approval. He commended the applicant for the efforts to control the odors, but agreed that one more review to confirm compliance to the conditions of approval was appropriate. Discussion continued on the items that may not be controllable. There was agreement that the use permit should be put to rest and should a compliant be received it would corne back to the Commission at that time. Chairman Romero asked for a straw vote for the review: Sim - no, Baldocchi - six months, Barnett, Padreddii, Teglia, Masuda, Romero - 1 year. The consensus was for a one year review. Planner Carlson noted that Mrs. Renz needs to forward any further complaints to staff and the applicant as soon as possible so that they can be resolved. Staff wants to be able to work through problems at the time they occur. Motion -TeglialSecond-Barnett: To approve a one year review of Use Permit UP-93-950. The Motion passed by the following roll call vote: AYES: Chairman Romero, Vice-Chairman Padreddii, Commissioners Baldocchi, Barnett, Masuda, and Teglia. NOES: Commissioner Sim. Randolph Ave., Sprint Spectrum, Applicant/ P G&E, Owner UP-97-013, Mitigated Ne2ative Declaration No. 97-013 Use Permit to allow several panel antenna approximately five (5) feet in height to be mounted on an existing P. G. & E. power transmission tower and ground mounted equipment cabinets at the tower base, situated on a hilltop 350 feet southerly of Randolph Avenue between North Spruce Avenue and Peck's Page 7 of 11 PC Mtg. 5/15/97 Lane, in the Single Family Zone District (R-I-E), in accordance with the provisions of South San Francisco Municipal Code Chapters 20.77 and 20.83. Chairman Romero opened the public hearing. Senior Planner Carlson presented the staffreport, noting that staffhad received one letter from Ms. Jean Lim, 149 Pecks Lane, concerning impacts of the project. A Mitigated Negative Declaration had been prepared which focused on aesthetic and biological impacts. Planner Carlson noted the antenna would be placed on the existing electrical power transmission tower and that the ground mounted equipment would be partially screened. PG&E recently informed the applicant that it is not allowed to have vegetation around the enclosure for fire safety reasons. Therefore, staff recommends that the Commission consider placing the equipment cabinets in an underground vault, similar to a requirement the Commission placed on the wireless communication facility on Grandview Drive. The applicant is required to prepare a storm water management/pollution prevention plan regarding the runoff on Randolph Road and other neighboring properties. Planner Carlson responded to each of Ms. Lim's concerns contained in her letter with regards to health hazards of exposure to the concentration of radio waves from users of wireless communication equipment, Planner Carlson stated that Federal regulations have defined that the low amount of radiation produced by the radio waves are extremely minor and are not a health threat. In response to Ms. Lim's concerns with regards to potential noise pollution from the panels, Planner Carlson noted that the existing electrical high tension power lines can produce a crackling noise which is projected to be louder than the proposed project. He stated that the Commission can review this matter and if the panels produce wind-generated noise, it can be mitigated to acceptable noise standards. Planner Carlson noted that painting the panels a matte grey would reduce the potential glare. Combined with equipment screening or placement in an underground vault, the painting any potential glare reflecting from the panels. Planner Carlson noted that the radio waves are insignificant compared to the amount of the power flowing through the existing high tension power lines. The applicant is also required to take precautions and minimize the disturbance of serpentine rocks while installing the equipment cabinets. In response to Ms. Lim's concerns with regards to limiting accessibility of the area to others, Planner Carlson stated that PG& E and Sprint are the only two companies that need access to maintain their equipment and that a gate could be installed. In regards to disturbance of the hawk nesting in the area,. the project is not situated in an area which might disturb the wildlife. Staff recommends approval subject to the conditions of approval including an annual review. Commissioner Masuda asked ifPG&E was the only property owner. Staff responded yes. Page 8 of 11 PC Mtg. 5/15/97 Reoresentin2 Aoolicant: Evelyn Conroy of Sprint Ms. Conroy stated that the possible noise from the panels would be 4695 Chabot Dr., Ste. 101 similar to a small fan in a refrigerator and that the panels are flush with Pleasanton, CA the tower. Vice-Chairman Padreddii asked that the cabinets be protected so that kids cannot get near them or get electrocuted. Commissioner Teglia asked that the panels and cabinet equipment be screened from the residents as much as possible. Ms. Conroy noted that PG&E has requested that fence be made of chain link with wood posts for grounding purposes but that no landscaping should be installed near the towers due to a concern about fire safety. Discussion continued as to whether the cabinet would be seen from the residences, the possibility of landscaping away from the cabinet fence to hide it from the neighborhood and concerns for fire department access. Chairman Romero closed the public hearing. Motion-Barnett/Second-Baldocchi: To approve Negative Declaration ND-96-013. The Motion was unanimously approved by voice vote. Motion-Barnett/Second-Masuda: To approve Use Permit UP-96-013 based on the findings and subject to the conditions of approval. The Motion was unanimously approved by voice vote. 3A South Linden Avenue, ABS Int'l Food Enterprises, Inc. UP-96-019; Categorical Exemption: Class 1: Existin2 Facilities One Year Review of Use Permit to allow a frozen food packaging facility including seafood which may create objectionable odors in a P-I Planned Industrial Zone district in accordance with the provisions of SSFMC Section 20.32.030(c) and 20.32.070(g). Chairman Romero opened the pubic hearing. Senior Planner Carlson stated that the business in no longer at the site, but because the use permit is effective for six more months, staff recommends that the Planning Commission find the applicant business operation is not creating any objectionable odors and that it discontinue further review. If the use permit is not acted upon within six months it will automatically expire. Planner Carlson noted that one letter was received from Dominguez and Associates stating concerns with any future odor pollution emanating from the site. Soeakin2 with concern: Ms. Alvarez noted she did not have any problems with odors and was not Willa Alvarez quite sure where 3A South Linden was located. She did want to notify 278 Village Way, SSF the Commission that she is experiencing problems with roof & sewer rats. Neighbors have had a professional service that has trapped numerous rats. Commissioner Teglia and Masuda informed Ms. Alvarez that the City may still have a roof rat abatement program and suggested she contact the Fire Department for more information. City Engineer Wong noted that the City contracts with San Mateo County Health Department to control sewer rats and he will contact them to put out additional bait. Page 9 of 11 PC Mtg. 5/15/97 Chairman Romero closed the pubic hearing. The Commission expressed concerns that the use permit is connected with the land and future similar businesses could create an odor problem. Attorney Snodgrass advised that the review period could be in six months or 1 year and that if a business does not exist, there would be no review. Motion-TeglialSecond-Baldocchi: To schedule a one year review period for UP-96-019. The Motion was unanimously approved by voice vote. ADMINISTRA TIVE BUSINESS( continued) Selection of Design Review Board Member: Chairman Romero asked that the last person for DRB be interviewed at the next meeting. The Commission concurred and continued interviews. Items from Staff: Chief Planner Harnish nominated Steve Carlson for Planner of the Week, since Larry Kasparowitz started on Monday, May 12th with the County of San Mateo, Carlson was the only Planner this week. A contract planner will start Friday, May 16th to fill some of Larry's work load on an interim basis. Also, John Lucchesi's contract will be extended to provide staff for the Design Review Board and Historical Commission. Chief Planner Harnish informed the Commission that the City Council heard testimony on the freight forwarding issue until 11 :30 p.m. on May 14th. He felt there was a lot of misinformation for truckers. Mr. Hoffman, an attorney representing several clients in the area, asked for a continuance to find a compromise. The City Council continued the item to June 11, 1997. Vice-Chairman Padreddii asked again if See's Candy is or is not affected. Planner Harnish noted that they are not. Chief Planner Harnish reported on the General Plan workshop, the consultants were pleased with the comments and good direction from Council and Planning Commission. He noted that the City Clerk has finished minutes for that meeting and they will be included in the next mailing to the Commission. He reviewed the General Plan Update schedule noting that it was running about six weeks behind schedule. Chief Planner Harnish indicated that code enforcement had sent a letter to staff requesting information about illegal signs. Commissioner Teglia noted all the banners on Grand Avenue, i.e., a janitorial business next to Bon Gusto are a problem. Chief Planner Harnish noted that he will be attending an AlA meeting with Group 4 Architects regarding a Downtown Design Cherrette. Lastly, Planner Harnish reported that the Planning Commission's Denial of the Use Permit for the bus cleaning business at 119 So. Linden Avenue has been appealed and is scheduled for the City Council meeting of June 11 th. He further noted that it is staff's intent for the minutes of the previous meeting to be available for approval at the following meetings. Items from Commission: Commissioner Barnett noted that he received a notice of a neighborhood forum, and asked if he may attend. Attorney Snodgrass advised that he may attend as a resident but he should make it clear that he is not representing the Planning Commission or the City. Page 10 of 11 PC Mtg. 5/15/97 Commissioner Masuda asked if the city had graffiti ordinance. Sgt. Petrocchi noted that the City does have a graffiti program. If an owner does not cover graffiti within a certain number of hours and then the city's crew will paint over the graffiti. Sgt. Petrocchi stated that he informs property owners, such as Crocker's Lockers, to keep 20 gallons of paint that matches the exterior should they need it for graffiti coverup. Commissioner Baldocchi noted that Sgt. Newell does a great job on covering graffiti. Commissioner Teglia was concerned about the parking problem at the Texaco station on Gateway Boulevard. Sgt. Petrocchi noted that the parking striping was not what the engineering and police departments recommended and that the police do not enforce parking on private property. Chairman Romero asked why the stop signs were gone. Development Specialist Harmon stated that the stop signs were removed by the applicant and City had required a traffic signal. Chairman Romero noted that the Commission had allowed for less landscaping to allow for a better circulation. Chief Planner Harnish noted that when the customers start parking on public streets, it could be dealt with. Teglia asked staff to look into it, and determine if there was anything that can be done to add on-site parking. Commissioner Baldocchi asked about the possibility of establishing a City owned site for the wireless communications which carriers can use jointly. She understands that other cities are looking into this issue. Planner Carlson stated that staff is working on a draft ordinance for wireless communication. City Engineer Wong noted that the City is working with other cities to deal with communications sites. Engineering has proposed some sites and the issue now being handled by the City Manager's office. Commissioner Baldocchi suggested that the City may want to propose a moratorium on wireless communications. Commissioner Sim asked about the status on BART. Chief Planner Harnish noted that Planner Kalkin would provide a status report at the next meeting. The City Engineer stated he understood that the comments on the agreement with BART including conceptual plans, had some issues such as impacts to the community and infrastructure. At this time, there had been no response from BART. Commissioner Baldocchi expressed concern about periodic traffic congestion on Chestnut Avenue. She asked if there was a road expansion plan. City Engineer Wong stated that the City has included in the Capital Improvement Program for this year the addition of lanes on Chestnut Avenue from Commercial to Miller Avenues. He noted that the traffic numbers do not warrant the four lanes now, but when they do, the public parking right-of-way will be used. Senior Planner Carlson noted that the 1997-1998 Capital Improvement Program will be coming to the Planning Commission for review the first meeting in June. Items from the Public: None Adjournmert: Motion-Barnett/Second-Padreddii: To adjourn meeting at 10:20 PM to the Regula'. Pla.!ffnng Commission Meeting of June 5, 1997. It was unanimously passed by voice vote. ~~ 0)~~:v^1~t, . h,3ecretary William Romero, Chairman Imission Planning Commission San Francisco City of South San Francisco WR:JH:rp Page 11 of 11 PC Mtg. 5/15/97