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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 02/06/2003 MINUTES February 6, 2003 CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO REGULAR PLANNING COMMISSION CALL TO ORDER / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TAPE 1 7:30 D.m. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Commissioner D'Angelo, Commissioner Honan, Commissioner Meloni, Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt and Chairperson Romero ABSENT: Commissioner Sim and Commissioner Teglia STAFF PRESENT: Planning Division: Thomas C. Sparks, Chief Planner Susy Kalkin, Principal Planner Steve Kowalski, Associate Planner Bertha Hernandez, Admin. Asst. II Kimberly Johnson, Assistant City Attorney Richard Harmon, Development Review Coordinator Sergeant Mike Newell, Planning Liaison City Attorney: Engineering Division: Police Department: CHAIR COMMENTS Chairperson Romero noted that Commissioner Sim asked to be excused from the meeting earlier that evening and that Commissioner Teglia had mentioned at the previous meeting that he would not be in attendance. He added that Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt would like to address the Commission and the public at this time. Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt pointed out that he had sent out some marketing material in which he gave his biography and community involvement. There was an error in the community involvement section where unintentionally and without malice or disrespect he noticed himself as the Chairperson of the Planning Commission. This was the result of negligence in proofing and correcting the marketing material. He apologized to the rest of the Commission and the public. He clarified that he did not want the Chair position out of personal gain. He added that the integrity of the Planning Commission is intact and there was no violation of Brown Act. He noted that he would do everything in his power to remove tainting and misperception of the Planning Commission. He accepted full responsibility for his actions. He pointed out that everyone makes mistakes and he has corrected his mistake. He gave the Commissioners the correct and the incorrect flyer if they wish to see them. Commissioner D'Angelo added that he had not planned to comment on this issue at this point, but noted that the issue was brought to his attention by neighbor and on the surface it seems to be lack of judgment. He noted that the Commissioner presumed he would be voted Chair. But Commissioner D'Angelo has been on the Commission long enough to know that being the Vice Chair does not automatically lead to being appointed Chairperson. This is a reflection of what the Commission is as a body. He added that this action should not be overlooked. He added that this is not what is wanted in the selection of a future Chairperson. AGENDA REVIEW Chief Planner Sparks asked that item 2 be heard after item 3 to allow the Assistant City Attorney to research potential conflicts of interest on item #2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS s: \M~,^-ute$ \fi.'^-Cl L~zed\2003 \D2-00-03 RPC-. d DC PClge i of 5 Caterina Mariotti, 117 Nyla Avenue, was concerned with not being able to build on her property because of zoning code constrictions, specifically ordinance 1316-2002. She asked that staff consider changing the zoning on regulation to allow all reverse corner lots in the City to add to their property. Chief Planner Sparks asked that Mrs. Mariotti make an appointment to see him and they will discuss the addition. Staff looks at these at a case-by-case basis. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of January 16,2002. None Motion Meloni / Second Ochsenhirt approved by unanimous voice vote. PUBLIC HEARING 3 Fred & Lois Pavlow-owner Antonio Ayars-applicant 106 S. Spruce Avenue P02-0092 and Categorical Exemption Class 11 Section 15311 Accessory Structures Approved Use Permit to allow outdoor displays of goods at a produce market in the Planned Industrial (P-I) District in accordance with SSFMC Chapter 20.32.070 and 20.81 Associate Planner Kowalski gave Staff Report and noted that there would be a 3-month review on the permit to allow the applicant to complete all the site improvements. Sandra Jimenez was available to answer questions. Commissioner Honan asked what the hours of operation were. Antonio Ayar, owner, noted that they would be open 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Commissioner Honan wanted to make sure that there will be enough lighting on the site for from the outdoor displays. Ms. Jimenez noted that they already have sufficient lighting. Public hearing opened. There being no speakers the Public Hearing was closed. Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt said it was nice to see the corner brighten up. Chairperson Romero added that 6 a.m. is early to start running a business. He asked that the owner respect the needs of the neighborhood and not cause a nuisance to them. Motion D'Angelo / Second Honan to approve P02-0092. Recess taken 7:55 p.m. Recalled to order at 8:04 p.m. 2 SSFUSD-owner SSF Foundation for Youth Bingo-applicant 1320 Mission Rd. P02-0098/UP-0002 and Categorical Exemption Class 1 Section 15301 Leasing of Existing Facilities Approved Use Permit to allow a community recreation use (bingo) to operate during non-school hours at El Camino High School in the School Zone in accordance with SSFMC Section 20.49.030 and Chapter 20.81 S: \M Ll/\,lAtes \fi-I/\,Cl LLzed\:2003 \0:2-0G-03 R."pC-. d DC- "PClge:2 of 5 Commissioner D'Angelo asked to be excused from the room and wait until after the vote. He noted that he would be abstaining from the item due to the proximity of his property to the proposed site. Stepped down at 8:07 p.m. Associate Planner Kowalski presented Staff Report. Public Hearing opened. Those speaking in favor were: Juan Bustos Dr. George Kozitza 730 Hill Avenue SSFUSD 398 B Street Renee Chan 123 Camaritas Ave Mark Addiego 51 Glover Street San Francisco Victoria Gavidia 511 Miller Avenue Sue Freitas 1269 Miller Avenue Nancy Maffei 18 Verano Way Joe Falzon 233 Mansfield Dr. Joe Frietas 1269 Miller Avenue Nina McGill 281 Ferndale Avenue John Hoyt 849 W Orange Ave 3022 Their comments were: >- This program will help fund youth baseball. >- The school district needs to cut $3 million from their budget and will be stopping some school programs. >- The list of agencies that SSFFY would be funding is good and they will benefit from it. >- The Bingo games are great revenue for children in the City and are a good fundraiser. >- Special needs children classes are being cut in El Camino High School and this funding will help them keep these classes. >- These funds will help keep children off the streets. >- It is great to see an organization that is willing to put in effort and time to help the community with funds. Public Hearing closed. The Commission felt that this location was more suitable for Bingo. They thanked Ms. Hoch for not giving up and looking for an alternate site. Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt asked Sergeant Mike Newell if the Sunshine Garden residents with parking permits would be impacted by the Bingo games. Sergeant Mike Newell noted that the permits are good Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will not be affected by the games. The permit system will be effective when BART opens and the Bingo games will be running after hours when there will be sufficient parking on the school lot. S: \/VILV'vutes \fi-V'vl/l LLzec;i \2.003\02.-010-03 RPG. c;i oc PI/lge 3 of 5 Chairperson Romero asked for a status report on the High school parking lot improvements for the circulation patter. Sergeant Newell noted that they have had conversation regarding egress with the School District. He added that they have met with the School District and they have designed the parking lot plan but has not seen the final product. Chairperson Romero asked to see the plan as part of the review of the Bingo application. Chief Planner Sparks noted that it could be done at a later time as an Administrative Business item because the parking lot as it stands at this time does give the Bingo operation the parking required. The School District is responsible for the circulation patterns and is not part of the application requirement. Motion Meloni / Second Honan to approve P02-0098 and up02-0002 Recess at 8:30 p.m. ADMINISTRATIVE BUSINESS Recalled at 8:37 p.m. 4 Items from Staff a. Alexandria Real Estate Equities-applicant Richard Elmo Haskins-owner East Jamie Court P02-0042 Approved Review of landscape and building finish details. Alexandria is prepared to show the details of bulding and Steve Richards, Denis Tanaguchi, and Nial Malcolmson presented the landscape revisions and the building detail. They explained how the corner at East Jamie and Haskins way had been accented to match the entryway along East Jamie Court. They listed the types of trees that they would use along the site. The applicant addressed the truck access issue by taking away some parking and allowing maneuvering space. They showed the materials board. The Commission felt that the corner accent had been addressed and the combination of material gives the building an attractive look. b. Tour ofTOD sites Chief Planner Sparks noted that the Transient Oriented Development tour was scheduled for February 22nd at 9:30 a.m. c. El Camino High School path Chief Planner Sparks stated that it appears that the developer of the Colma project on the Mission frontage closed it. Staff will try to see when they can open it for access to students. d. Russ Moss' retirement Chief Planner Sparks noted that because of Assistant City Manager Russ Moss retiring, Marty Van Duyn and Barry Nagel have been appointed as Assistant City Managers. 5 Items from Commission Commissioner Honan reminded everyone of the Sweetheart dance on February 14,2003. Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt noted that he was in attendance at the YMCA open house and was very pleased with the outcome. s: \M~V'\,ute.s\f~V'\,1A L~zed\::2003\D::2-0G-03 RPc-.doc "PlAge -'I- of 5 Vice Chairperson Ochsenhirt asked what staff was going to do with the Planners institute Conference coming up in March. Chief Planner Sparks noted because of budget constraints not all the Commissioners would be able to go but the Commissioners would be polled to see which wanted to attend this time. Commissioners Honan and Meloni noted that for budget reasons they would not be attending. 6 Items from the Public None 7 Adjournment 9:00 P.M. Motion Honan Second Ochsenhirt to adjourn. Approved by unanimous voice vote. CJ~C~~ Thomas C. Sparks Secretary to the Planning Commission City of South San Francisco William Romero, Chairperson Planning Commission City of South San Francisco NEXT MEETING: Regular Meeting February 20,2003, Municipal Services Building, 33 Arroyo Drive, South San Francisco, CA TCS/blh S: \M l.V\..lAtes \fi-V\..IA Ll.zed \:2003 \D:2-01O-03 R'PC. doc 'PlAge 5 of 5