HomeMy WebLinkAbout4/25/2006MINUTES; OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
APRIL 25, 2006
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman McManus called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality
Management District/Government Center Auditorium, 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar,
California 91765.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Lee led the Pledge of Allegiance.
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ROLL CALL:
Present: Commissioners Ron Everett, Kwang Ho Lee, Tony
Torng, Vice -Chairman Steve Nelson and Chairman Joe McManus.
Also present: Nancy Fong, Interim Community Development Director;
Ann Lungu, Associate Planner; and Stella Marquez, Senior Administrative Assistant.
MATTERS FROM THE AUDIENCEIPUBLIC COMMENTS: None Offered.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: As Presented.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
4.1 Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 11, 2006.
C/Torng moved, VC/Nelson seconded, to approve the minutes of April 11,
2006, as corrected. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
4. OLD BUSINESS:
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NEW BUSINESS:
COMMISSIONERS
COMMISSIONERS:
COMMISSIONERS:
None
Torng, VC/Nelson, Everett, Lee,
Chair/McManus
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None
6.1 CONSIDERATION OF CHANGE TO COMMISSIONS' MEETINGS
STARTING TIME FROM 7:00 P.M. TO 6:30 P.M.
C/Lee preferred to have the starting time remain at 7:00 p.m. but would abide
by the majority.
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VC/Nelson said he preferred 7:00 p.m. but would abide by the majority and
would agree with a 6:30 stark time if it were easier for staff.
C/Torng said he was open to either time.
ClEverett said he was open but he was torn because 7:00 P.M. was best for
him and wondered if 7:00 p.m. would be better for individuals who plan to
attend public hearings.
Chair McManus concurred with the statements of the other Commissioners.
ICDDIFong said she would report that the consensus of the Commissioners
was to leave the meeting time at 7:00 p.m.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None
8. PLANNING COMMSSIONER COMMENTSIINFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
C/Torng said he received a call from a concerned citizen that Scribbles had a large
event soon after the last Planning Commission meeting and he was concerned
about whether the CUP was being enforced. ICDDIFong responded that Scribbles
was still in violation of the CUP and Development Code. A citation was issued on
Thursday, April 13 and a second citation was issued on April 20. The City expects to
issue another citation on Thursday, April 27. Because Scribbles appealed the
matter to the City Council the City is unable to take the owner to court until he is
allowed due process.
At the request of C/Torng, ICDDIFong explained that the Commissioners were
invited to attend the Chamber of Commerce "networking with area business
professionals" event to look for potential development opportunities in the City. The
areas include Site D, JCC property, reuse of the Honda site, the Walnut Valley
Trailer Park at Brea Canyonhen public0 and andhthe two e commissioners tare encouraged to
ads at the Target
site. The event is open p
attend.
ClEverett invited residents
V sta on Satu day April 29 from 10:00 to attend the Walnut Valley School District
to 2:00 Foundation's
Teddy Bear Tea at Royal p.m.
ICDDIFong responded to CILee that it was common practice for the Commission to
cancel meetings due to lack of quorum when there were no agenda items for
discussion.
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VC/Nelson said that due to a business conflict he would not be able to attend the
Chamber function.
Chair/McManus said he would be out of town and unable to attend the Chamber
function. He asked if Honda was scheduled to move to its new location and
ICDD/Fong responded that the dealership was scheduled to move by next year.
However, there was no construction taking place in the City of Industry location and
the City would certainly not push them out if they wished to stay in Diamond Bar.
Chair/McManus recommended that each of the Commissioners contact their
respective Council Members to discuss Scribbles. He felt the conduct of the owner
during the last Commission meeting was reprehensible and that the Fall Creek
Homeowners had a constitutional right to have the quiet enjoyment of their property.
STAFF COMMENTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
9.1 Public Convenience and Necessity (Alcohol Beverage Control).
ICDD/Fong presented staffs report and explained that if a PCN was denied
the applicant could appeal the ruling to the City Council and if the
Commission approved the PCN adjacent residents and/or the City Council
could appeal the decision.
C/Torng asked wh;y this was not a public hearing matter and ICDD/Fong
responded that these types of issues would be considered under Consent
Calendar because it was not an entitlement process, rather a determination
that the ABC's decision would be upheld or challenged. TCDD/Fong
explained the map and table.
ICDD/Fong responded to C/Lee's request that the criteria is contained in the
City's Zoning Codi: and Development Code and if a case were brought
before the Commission staff's reports would contain findings and
recommendations based on the criteria contained in the City's Codes.
9.2 Public Hearing dates for future projects.
ICDD/Fong pointed out that tonight's packet contained copies of the
Planners Institute mini -course information. ICDD/Fong said she would review
the material with Commissioners as requested.
10. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS:
As listed in tonight's agenda.
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ADJOURNMENT: With no further business before the Planning Commission,
Chair/McManus adjourned the meeting at 7:48 p.m.
Respectfuft Submitted
Nancy Fong
Interim Comm pity Develo
Attest:
Director