HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/08/2002MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
STUDY SESSION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OCTOER 8, 2002
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Ruzicka called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in Room CC -8 of the
South Coast Air Quality Management Center, 21865 East Copley Drive, Diamond
Bar, California, 91765.
I. ROLL CALL:
Present: Chairman Joe Ruzicka, Vice Chairman Steve Tye,
and Commissioners Steve Nelson, Dan Nolan and
Jack Tanaka.
Also Present: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager; Ann Lungu,
Associate Planner; Linda Smith, Development
Services Assistant, Stella Marquez, Administrative
Assistant, David Meyer and Milan Garrison, LDM
Associates.
2. DISCUSSION — ENTITLEMENT PROCESS POLICIES AND
PROCEDURES — Presentation by David Meyer and Milan Garrison
Mr. Meyer explained how specific plans are generally considered for much
larger projects that the project currently under consideration.
C/Tanaka asked if the Grand Avenue/Diamond Bar Boulevard intersection
area was built as it was because of different property owners.
Mr. Meyer explained that Los Angeles County did not use a specific plan
for that development. The County allowed the area to be cut up into
smaller lots and sold off. When the development was fist proposed it may
have been owned by a single property owner. However, the County cut it
up into small lots and there was no requirement for the owners to work
together for the common good of the area. As a result, parking is
inadequate and some of the delivery areas and alleys are dead ends so
that there is no possible way to make one circle around the area. Some of
the centers in the City are extremely difficult and dangerous to access.
These are examples of projects being economically driven. In addition,
the City was unable to adopt certain development standards until the
General Plan was finally adopted in 1995, five and one-half years after the
initial attempt to get it adopted.
OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 2 PLANNING COMMISSION
General Plan is generally considered a long-
term plan, five or ten years out. In a community such as Diamond Bar that
is 90 percent developed, is it common practice to change the General
Plan for specific initiatives.
Mr. Meyer responded in the affirmative. When circumstances change and
a City recognizes there is a better way to do business, it can change its
General Plan. The project currently under discussion is zoned for
industrial use and one of the Commission's considerations is to determine
whether industrial is an appropriate use for the site given what is taking
place in the immediate area. If the City believes there are better
opportunities for the site, then General Plan modifications may be
considered.
DCM/DeStefano explained that this particular property was not an issue
during any of the General Plan discussions. Other parts of the City were
at issue. This particular parcel has been slated for development for the
past 12 or so years. There was a project approved back in 1991 that did
not proceed when the economy nose-dived. The General Plan that was
adopted in July 1995 was a snapshot of where the City felt it wanted to be
in 10-15-20 years. It is common for a General Plan to change over time
and when a City determines it is out of alignment with its document, it is
appropriate for modification to take place.
DCM/DeStefano explained to Chair/Ruzicka that there is no prescribed
time for this to take place. Each year staff is required to submit a basic
report to the State Office of Planning and Research, and Housing and
Community Development. Mr. Meyer is talking about a basic review of the
document to determine whether it states what the City still intends to do.
Discussion should likely be agendized on an annual basis.
Mr. Meyer explained that the purpose of this discussion is to understand
the tools available to the Planning Commission. Staff did not want to
introduce this matter as a public hearing item and become involved in an
educational process. He said that his firm remains ready to assist the
Planning Commission.
C/Tanaka asked if the current use of this property went through the
Conditional Use Permit process to which Mr. Meyer responded that he did
not know because this use was inherited from the County.
DCM/DeStefano informed the Commissioners that staff would present a
specific project to the Planning Commission for consideration on '
October 27. In the meantime, if any Commissioners have questions about
OCTOBER 8, 2002
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their decision-making responsibilities, staff will provide additional backup
for their edification. For educational purposes, Commissioners ought to
take a look at the current General Plan paying particular attention to the
Land Use Element.
Mr. Garrison explained that "page 3" of the discussion memo gives a brief
outline of the proposed project.
DCM/DeStefano explained that when projects are presented
Commissioners are concerned about what types of uses are compatible.
The specific plan gives the Commissioners the opportunity to separate out
those uses that they may not believe to be appropriate. It is a tool that
provides the list of uses that would be permitted within this property and
allows the Commissioners to list the uses they would want to include
within this piece of unique property. He believed that in the future, there
would be an opportunity for more specific plans. Other areas of the City
may be identified for this kind of detailed planning.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the
Planning Commission, Chair/Ruzicka adjourned the Study Session at 7:00 p.m.
to the Regular Planning Commission Meeting.
JameDeStefano
Depu City Manager
Attest:
Ch irman Joeuzic a
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MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR STUDY SESSION OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION
DCTOER 8, 2002
CALL TO
Chairman Ruzicka called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in Room CC -
8 of the South Coast Air Quality Management Center, 21865 East Copley
Drive, Diamond Bar, California, 91765.
ROLL
Present: Chairman Joe Ruzicka, Vice Chairman Steve Tye, and
Commissioners Steve Nelson, Dan Nolan and
Jack Tanaka.
Also Present: James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager; Ann
Lungu, Associate Planner; Linda Smith,
Development Services Assistant, Stella
Marquez, Administrative Assistant, David
Meyer and Milan Garrison, LDM Associates.
2. DISCUSSION - ENTITLEMENT PROCESS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES -
Presentation by David Meyer and Milan Garrison
Mr. Meyer explained how specific plans are generally considered
for much larger projects that the project currently under
CITanaka asked if the Grand Avenue/Diamond Bar Boulevard
intersection area was built as it was because of different property
Mr. Meyer explained that Los Angeles County did not use a
Specific plan for that development. The County allowed the area
to be cut up into smaller lots and sold off. When the
development was fist proposed it may have been owned by a
single property owner. However, the County cut it up into small
lots and there was no requirement for the owners to work
together for the common good of the area. As a result, parking
is inadequate and some of the delivery areas and alleys are
dead ends so that there is no possible way to make one circle
around the area. Some of the centers in the City are extremely
difficult and dangerous to access. These are examples of
projects being economically driven. In addRion, the City was
unable to adopt certain development standards until the
OCTOBER 8, PAGE 2 PLANNING COMMISSION
C/Nolan reiterated that the General Plan is generally considered a longterm
plan, five or ten years out. In a community such as Diamond Bar that is 90
percent developed, is it common practice to change the General Plan for
specific initiatives.
Mr. Meyer responded in the affirmative. When circumstances
change and a City recognizes there is a better way to do
business, it can change its General Plan. The project currently
under discussion is zoned for industrial use and one of the
Commission's oonsiderations is to determine whether
industrial is an appropriate use for the site given what is taking
place in the immediate area. If the City believes there are better
opportunities for the site, then General Plan modifications may
DCM/DeStefano explained that this particular property was not an issue
during any of the General Plan discussions. Other parts of the City were at
issue. This particular parcel has been slated for development for the past 12
or so years. There was a project approved back in 1991 that did not proceed
when the economy nose-dived. The General Plan that was adopted in July
1995 was a snapshot of where the City feft it wanted to be in 10-15-20 years.
It is common for a Generai Plan to change over time and when a City
determines it is out of alignment with its document, it i 1-s appropriate for
modffication to take place.
DCM/DeStefano explained to Chair/Ruzicka that there is no
prescribed time for this to take place. Each year staff is required
to submit a basic report to the State Office of Planning and
Research, and Housing and Community Development. Mr.
Meyer is talking about a basic review of the document to
determine whether it states what the City still intends to do.
Mr. Meyer explained that the purpose of this discussion is to
understand the tools available to the Planning Commission.
Staff did not want to introduce this matter as a public hearing
item and become involved in an educational process. He said
that his firm remains ready to assist the Planning Commission.
Clfanaka asked if the current use of this property went through
the Conditional Use Permit process to which Mr. Meyer
responded that he did not know because this use was inherited
DCM/DeStefano informed the Commissioners that staff would present a
specffic project to the Planning Commission for consideration on .• October 2
In the meantime, if any Commissioners have questions about
OCTOBER 8, PAGE 3 PLANNING COMMISSION
their decision-making responsibilities, staff will provide
additional backup for their edffication. For educational
purposes, Commissioners ought to take a look at the current
General Plan paying particular attention to the Land Use
Mr. Garrison explained that "page 3" of the discussion memo
gives a brief outline of the proposed project.
DCM/DeStefano explained that when projects are presented
Commissioners are concerned about what types of uses are
compatible. The specific plan gives the Commissioners the
opportunity to separate out those uses that they may not
believe to be appropriate. It is a tool that provides the list of
uses that would be permitted within this property and allows
the Commissioners to list the uses they would want to include
within this piece of unique property. He believed that in the
future, there would be an opportunity for more specific plans.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to come before the
Planning Commission, Chair/Ruzicka adjourned the Study Session at
7:00 p.m. to the Regular Planning Commission Meeting.
Jame DeStefano Depu City Manager
Aftes
Ch irmari Joe uzic a
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MINUTES OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OCTOBER 8, 2002
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman. Ruzicka cabled the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality
Management/Government Center Auditorium, 21865 East Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California
91765. 1
PLEDGE OF
Commissioner Nolan 1
d the pledge of allegiance.
1. ROLL CALL:
Present:
Chairman Joe Ruzicka, Vice Chairman Steve Tye, and
Commissioners Steve Nelson, Dan Nolan and Jack Tanaka.
Also Present:
James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager, Ann Lungu, Associate
Planner, Linda Smith, Development Services Assistant, and Stella
Marquez, Administrative Assistant.
2. MATTERS FROM
THE AUDIENCEIPUBLIC COMMENTS: None Offered.
3. APPROVAL
AGENDA: Chair/Ruzicka requested that Item 7.1 and 7.3 be
considered ahead
of Item 6.1.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR:
4.1 Minutes
of Regular Meetings of September 24, 2002.
C/Nolan
moved, CfTanaka seconded, to approve the minutes of September 24, 2002,
as presented.
Without objection, the motion was so ordered.
5. OLD BUS
None.
7. PUBLIC HEARING
(S):
7.1 Develom
2ent Review No. 2002-16(l), or CondigoW Use Permit
151 d Minor Wagriance No. 2000-171 (pursuant to Code
No.
Sections
' approved
2.66,050.C.) is a request for a one-year extension of time for a project
by the Planning Commission on October 24, 2000. The Planning
Commiss'on
approval allows the construction of a two-story, single-family residence,
W.
OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 2 PLANNING CONINIISSION
of approximately 12,340 square foot two-story single-family residence with two
garages for five -cars, pool/spa, gazebo, and tennis court. A Minor conditional Use
Permit is required to process the circular driveway. The Minor Variance is a request
to decrease the rear yard setback by 20 percent. The extension of time, if approved,
will allow the continuation of this entitlement until October 24, 2003.
PROJECT ADDRESS: 2521 Braided Mane
(Lot 91 of Tract No. 23483)
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
PROPERTY OWNER: Ton -Dei Chiu
2822 Bentley Way
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
APPLICANT: Tein Wang
801 S. Garfield Avenue
Alhambra, CA 91801
DSA/Smith presented staff's report. Staff recommends Planning Commission
approval of Development Review No. 2002-16(1), Minor Conditional Use Permit
No. 2000-15(1) and Minor Variance No. 2000-17(1), the Findings of Fact, and
conditions of approval as listed within the resolution.
Chair/Ruzicka opened the public hearing.
There was no one present who wished to speak on this item.
Chair/Ruzicka closed the public hearing.
VC/Tye moved, C/Nolan seconded, to approve Development Review
No. 2002-16(1), Minor Conditional Use Permit No. 2000-15(1) and Minor Variance
No. 2000-17(l), Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the
resolution..
Motion carred by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Nelson, Nolan, Tanaka, VC/Tye,
Chair/Ruzicka
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None '
ABSENT: COM IISSIONER& None
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OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 3 PLANNING COMMISSION
7.3 Condi onal Use Permit No. 2002-10 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.58.22.42.035
and 22. 0.030. Table 2-5.) is a request to allow a computer services/gaming center in
an exis 'ng shopping center. A computer services/gaming center is defined as a
busines establishment that provides the space, equipment and technology to make
fast, mu ti -player PC games and high speed computers available to patrons for a fee.
PROJE ADDRESS: 962 N. Diamond Bar Boulevard
(The Oak Tree Plaza)
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
TY OWNER: Beal Bank
600 Legacy Drive #4E
Plano, Texas 75024
APPLICANT: Paul Esteves
23025 Paseo De Terrado
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
' AssocP ungu presented staff s report. Staff recommends Planning Commission
approval of Conditional use Permit No. 2002-10, the Findings of Fact, and conditions
of approval as listed within the resolution.
Paul Esves, applicant, said he read staffs report and conditions of approval
contained within the resolution.
opened the public hearing.
Greg Kisl r, 606 Boxcove Place, said his 16 year-old son lost his 10"' year of school
due to ga ning. The issue was curfew. He was extremely concerned that youths
would rei min at Garners X past the stated curfew. He asked how the City would
prevent rr 'nors from violating curfew at Garners X. He was also concerned about
safety anquoted from a June 16, 2002, Los Angeles Times article regarding security
measures at Cyber Cafes.
DCM/De fano explained that the Ordinance dealing with this type of use was
carefully rafted to include pro -active measures including curfew. Monitoring of this
ordinance is the responsibility of 1) the property owner and 2) the City of Diamond
Bar's Nei borhood Improvement staff. He pointed out that no problems with this
establish ent have been brought to the City's attention during its term of operation.
OCTOBER S, 2002 PAGE 4 PLANNING COMMISSION `
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Chair/Ruzicka closed the public hearing.
VC/Tye was still concerned about enforcement of the curfew.
Mr. Esteves responded that his establishment has been in business for about a year.
He knows most of his customers, their schools and ages. He and his staff are very
aware of the possibility of young people getting into trouble if they stay out past a
certain hour. As a result, he and his staff ask the students to leave or call their
parents to pick them up. Some times parents are late picking up their children. If this
occurs, the individual is asked to get off of the computer and wait in the lounge area.
C/Nolan asked the applicant if notices regarding the 10:00 p.m. curfew are posted at
his business to which he responded that such notices are posted in the front entrance.
In addition, Sheriff's Deputies periodically monitor the establishment. Monitoring
occurred quite frequently during the first year of operation. Monitoring has slowed
down because of the self-monitoring.
C/Nelson asked for clarification of Item (g) (3) on Page 5.
CfTanaka moved, C/Nelson seconded, to approve Conditional Use Permit
No. 2002-10, the Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within the
resolution. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COMMISSIONERS:
NOES: COMMISSIONERS:
ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS:
Tanaka, Nelson, Nolan, VC/Tye,
Chair/Ruzicka
None
None
C/Nelson urged the applicant to use common sense monitoring of patrons to avoid
implementation of additional restrictions by the Planning Commission.
6. NEW BUSINESS:
6.1 Discussion of the City's Telewnunimications OWinance.
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission direct staff as appropriate.
Chair/Ruzicka reminded the Commissioners that the first installation on Darin Drive
turned into a very controversial decision. He felt that cell sites should be installed in '
such a manner as to be as non -disturbing as possible to the surrounding property
owners. Since that time, at least three additional cell sites have been incorporated at
OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 5 PLANNING COMMISSION
the sam location with the latest consideration indicating full cooperation and
consideration from the property owner. In another instance, another property owner,
a churc , introduced a second cell site to the Commission. He was extremely
disappoi ited with the telecommunications company and property owner's uncaring
attitude bout the effect of the site on its surrounding neighbors. He is not so
concerned about the company because the City can govern the telecommunication's
company. However, it is the attitude of the property owners that give him caution
that the Planning Commission should give them up -front notice that it will not
tolerate hem giving carte blanche to telecommunications companies to put up any
kind off wility they wish to install. At some point in the ordinance there should be a
complete and required reading of the permit process and related materials by the
company and the property owner to insure compliance.
VC/Tye
It that the Commission should determine boundaries. In that regard, he did
not find
the current ordinance to include limitation of sites. Should there be a
different
set of criteria for residential and commercial sites? When the antennas were
installed
Dn Golden Springs Drive at Torito Lane there were no private residences in
the area.
area resi
The site is hideous and now residents have to live with the blight. Is that
ntial or commercial at this point? He appreciates the opportunity to revisit
this evolving process. He agreed wholeheartedly that businesses do whatever they
need to do
at the least cost and the neighborhoods "be damned". It becomes the
city's responsibility
to take care of the neighborhood.
C/Nolan aid he believed that at some point the current technology would become
outdated and would it make sense to include clauses that speak to the eventual
removal f the antennas by the property owner or company.
C/Nelson felt that applicants should come before the Commission with appropriate
cross -sec ons and visual simulations. He believed that part of the answer to the
question `when is enough, enough?" has to do with the aesthetics. He was also
interested in timely remmediation at no cost to the City. He agreed with C/Nolan's
comment regarding dismantling.
13CM/Detefano responded yes to C/Tanaka's question about whether the section
addressin abandonment and removal addressed antennas that were no longer
worker, i operable or useless.
Chair/RU2icka placed great emphasis on the "Attitude" of property owners about
these type of installations. So long as attitudes are tuned to paying attention to the
effect these installations would have on their neighbors would satisfy his concern.
And, should there be reference to X number of sites per acre or per half acre, etc.
OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 6 PLANNING COMMISSION
C/Nolan felt that if a number were not specified in the ordinance, there would be no
limit to the number of applicants per site submitted to the City resulting in a
proliferation of antennas on any one location.
VaTye wondered if the Commission could legislate attitude. If a specific number
were set down in the ordinance, property owners and companies would understand
the City's expectations.
C/Nolan concurred with C/Tanaka's comments regarding the abandonment paragraph
he felt the Commission should review the wording and concur with the definition.
DCM/DeStefano assured Chair/Ruzicka that his remarks tendered at the
September 24 meeting were included in the minutes. Staff will explore the issue of
"when is enough, enough?" because the consideration is pertinent to commercial and
industrial locations as well as residential locations. Staff will explore the clause
addressing what must occur when a device becomes inoperable, antiquated or
unused. Staff will explore application requirements and consider strengthening areas
addressing visual aesthetics of a device by using graphics to depict what the device
might look like in its proposed setting. Staff will also consider imposing bond
requirements to ensure timely implementation of conditions.
VC/Tye pointed out that the task force minutes indicate the members wanted to be
careful that an onerous process was not placed on telecommunication companies by
requiring bonds.
7. PUBLIC HEARING(S):
7.2 Co do t Na7 No. 2 Develo znent
Review No. 2002-10 (pursuant to Code Sections 22.42.130.G.4, 22.58, 22.54, and
22.45) is a request to install a wireless telecommunications facility with Antennas
(mounted on a mono -cypress) camouflaged as a cypress tree and equipment cabinet.
The Variance relates to the height of the mono -cypress that exceeds the maximum
allowable 35 -foot height. The Development Review relates to architectural/design
review.
PROJECT ADDRESS: 2151 S. Diamond Bar Boulevard
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
OCTOBERS, 2002 PAGE 7 PLANNING COMMISSION
PROPERTY OWNER: Roman Catholic Abp
'. 3424 Wilshire Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90010
AYYLI ANT: Cingular
.� 2521 Michelle Drive
Tustin, CA 92780
Assoc P
ungu presented staff s report. Staff recommends Planning Commission
approval.
of Conditional Use Permit 2002-07, Variance No. 202-02 and Development
review No.
2002-18, the Findings of Fact, and conditions of approval as listed within
the resolution.
C(Nelsoi
asked how tall the current Cypress trees stand at this location.
socP
ngu responded that some of the Cypress trees are not as tall as the
`„:.ropo
mono -cypress. Some pine trees appear to be close to the same height and
the Cyp ss trees will eventually mature to this height. She said she has not inspected
the mate 'al of the mono -cypress.
C/Nelso
was concerned that the mono -cypress would be a bad imitation of a
Christmas
tree. This is a good example of an applicant appearing before the
gib;,,, , Commis ion expecting it to rule on camouflage material it has not inspected.
Chair/R
icka asked that the record reflect this Commissioner's deep concern about
that Roman
Catholic Archdiocese short sightedness restricting access to the bell
tower. This
bell tower could be amply modified to house the antenna to insure that
this site
would be totally invisible and at the same time provide the
J eco
unications company with what they need.
,,John Hal
minsky, Cingular, stated he read staffs report and concurs with the
condition
of approval. Regarding the Commission's valid concerns, he explained
.that in addition
to lack of access to the bell tower, the architect and structural
zea;,,{,,b�.,,., engineer
onceded that the best available option for location of the equipment was
found to
outside the church.
VC/Tye ked why the antenna could not be located on the courtyard area.
Mr. Hal 'nsky explained that the courtyard is a public gathering area, Equipment
containment would require approximately 10x15 feet of area that would greatly
reduce tharea to which the church was opposed.
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Chair/Ruzicka said he now has a different picture of the process leading to this
proposal after the applicant's explanation.
Mr. Halminsky apologized for not providing the Commission with a sample of the
product. He visited the manufacturing site in Escondido that houses several such
products that appear realistic. The product is UV protected and will not lose its
color. He suggested the Commission impose a condition to provide that the applicant
submit material samples for review and approval.
Chair/Ruzicka opened the public hearing.
Dennis Anderson, 1950 Silverhawk, said that if the applicant knew that 24-hour
access was unavailable, why did they go to such lengths to consider the location.
Mr. Halminsky stated that during the long negotiation process the church realized it
would not be feasible to house the equipment in the bell tower when they decided not
to allow 24-hour access.
C/Nelson and C/Nolan felt that the best location might be outside the church. They
both wanted to see a sample of the material.
DCM/DeStefano indicated to C/Nolan that proliferation of antennas at this site is
possible, depending on various factors. It is likely that one or two additional
applications would be forthcoming for this location.
VC/Tye reiterated that therein lies his concern. The church needs to consider placing
these antennas in the bell tower for the good of the neighborhood.
C/Nelson moved, C/Nolan seconded, to continue the public hearing for Conditional
Use Permit No. 2002-07, Variance No. 2002-02 and Development Review
No. 2002-18 to October 22, 2002. The applicant is requested to provide the
following: 1) A substantial amount of the mono -cypress material including a leaf and
portion of the branch leading from the trunk as well as, a sample of live Cypress tree
for comparison purposes; 2) a conceptual plan for increasing the equipment cabinet
wall to six feet in height including landscape materials and 3) a drawing of the
possible location in the courtyard for the equipment cabinet. Motion carried by the
following Roll Call vote:
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OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 9 PLANNING COMMISSION
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AYES: COMMISSIONERS: Tanaka, Nelson, Nolan, VC/Tye,
Chair/Ruzicka
NOES: COMMISSIONERS: None
ABM : COMMISSIONERS: None
8. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS: VC/Tye thanked staff for addressing
issues raised by 'm at a prior meeting. The bins and graffiti have been removed. He asked
if the Big Lots 1ation has a certain number of days to respond or are they cited on a daily
basis.
resolve the
would be s
9. INFORMATIC
two of the four t
two bins current]
as indicated. Z
construction deb
but needs further
Staff believes th
reportedly, all th
Commissioner is
VC/Tye advised
and a future cloy
Estates." DCMI,
improvement pur
and City staff and
cell site, the City'
dead and has bees
application of he
approved the Parc
Earlier this eveni
by JCC.
10. SCHEDULE
As presented in
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responded that Big Lots, through the citation effort, was given 30 days to
,in and pay for the citation. If they do not comply within the 30 days they
to a second citation.
NAL ITEMS: DCM/DeStefano reported that Big Lots has removed
ig bins. Staff continues to work with Big Lots toward the removal of the
V located between the stone and the Edison substation. Graffiti was removed
he Planning Commission also asked staff to look into the matter of
is. Staff has observed that the area looks better than it did two weeks ago
consideration. Such is the message that will be conveyed to the developer.
problem of access with "The Country Estates" has been resolved and
it the Commissioners need to provide is a piece of identification. Each
on a list and should be provided access to review sites for consideration.
din about the gate closure on Diamond Bar Boulevard at Shadow Canyon
am on Grand Avenue at Shotgun, both ingress/egress to "The Country
)eStefano reported that once the City became aware of the closures for
)oses, a coordination effort took place between "The Country Estates" staff
essential services. With respect to the dead tree at the 24401 Darrin Drive
Arborist visited the site and reported that indeed, the Black Walnut tree is
so for about two years. He believes that its demise is attributable to the
bicide in the immediate area. At a recent meeting, the City Council
-1 Map No. 22987 for Gentle Springs Drive properties (Best Western, etc.)
ig he approved three additional homes in "The Country Estates" proposed
FUTURE EVENTS:
agenda.
OCTOBER 8, 2002 PAGE 10 PLANNING COMMISSION
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission, Chairman Ruzicka
adjourned the meeting at 9:25 p.m. to October 22, 2002.
Attest:
4rm�an J
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