Use Permit - Taco Bravo - 2005December 15, 2005
Mr. Dennis Wuollet
716 Cambrien Drive
Campbell, CA 95008
Re: PLN2005-123 -- 1960 S. Bascom Avenue -- Use Permit
Dear Applicant:
Please be advised that at its meeting of December 13, 2005, the Planning Commission
adopted Resolution No. 3704 approving a Conditional Use Permit (PLN2005-123) to
allow late night activities at an existing restaurant on the above referenced property.
This action is effective in ten calendar days, unless appealed in writing to the City Clerk
by 5 p.m. on Friday, December 23, 2005. The time within which judicial review of this
action must be sought is governed by Section 1094.6 of the California Code of Civil
Procedure, unless another statute (such as California Government Code Section 65009
or some other applicable provision) sets forth a more specific time period.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (408) 866-2140.
Sincerely,
, 111lu1~~<?
Melinda M. Denis
Planner I
cc: Carol Hockenbury et al (Property Owners' Representative)
6183 Hancock Avenue
San Jose, CA 95123
Frank Mills, Building
Chris Veargason, Fire
Ed Arango, Public Works
Art Markham, Police
70 North First Street . Campbell, California 95008-1436 . TEL 408.866.2140 . FAX 408.866.8381 . TDD 408.866.2790
RESOLUTION NO. 3704
BEING A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF CAMPBELL APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
(PLN2005-123) TO ALLOW LATE NIGHT USES AT AN EXISTING
RESTAURANT ON PROPERTY OWNED BY CAROL HOCKENBURY
ET AL LOCATED AT 1960 S. BASCOM AVENUE IN A C-2-S
(GENERAL COMMERCIAL) ZONING DISTRICT. APPLICATION OF
MR. DENNIS WUOLLET, ON BEHALF OF TACO BRAVO. PLN2005-
123.
After notification and public hearing, as specified by law and after presentation by the
Community Development Director, proponents and opponents, the hearing was closed.
After due consideration of all evidence presented, the Planning Commission did find as
follows with respect to application PLN2005-123:
1. The proposed late night activities are consistent with the General Plan land use
designation of General Commercial and the C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning
District.
2. The project site consists of a 10,595 square foot lot, developed with 938 square feet
of building area, 1,837 square feet of landscaping, and 7,820 square feet of paving.
3. The existing 21 parking spaces will adequately address the parking needs of the
subject site and proposed use.
4. The project site is located on the northeast corner South Bascom Avenue and
Fewtrell Drive and is surrounded by commercial uses on the north, south and west
sides and a daycare facility to the east.
5. The proposed project is consistent with other developments and uses in the
surrounding area.
6. The Police Department has no objections to the proposed project, as conditioned.
7. Business hours shall be restricted to 9:00am to 12:00am Sunday through Thursday
and 9:00am to 1 :OOam Friday and Saturday.
8. The project qualifies as a Categorically Exempt project per Section 15301, Class 1
(Existing Facilities) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Based upon the foregoing findings of fact, the Planning Commission further finds and
concludes that:
1. The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 3704
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2. The establishment, maintenance, or operation of the use will not be detrimental to
the public health, safety, peace, morals, comfort or general welfare of persons
residing or working in the neighborhood of such proposed use, or be detrimental or
injurious to property and improvements in the neighborhood or to the general welfare
of the City.
3. The proposed use is compatible with the uses in the area.
4. The subject site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the yards, walls,
fences, parking and loading facilities, landscaping and other development features
required in order to integrate said use with uses in the surrounding area.
5. The subject site is adequately served by streets of sufficient capacity to carry the
kind and quantity of traffic such uses would generate.
6. The proposed project as conditioned will aid in the enhancement and the
harmonious development of the immediate area.
7. No substantial evidence has been presented which shows that the project, as
currently presented and subject to the required conditions of approval, will have a
significant adverse impact on the environment.
8. There is a reasonable relationship and a rough proportionality between the
conditions of approval and the impacts of the project.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission approves a
Conditional Use Permit (PLN200S-123) to allow late night uses at an existing restaurant
on property owned by Carol Hockenbury et allocated at 1960 S. Bascom Avenue in a
C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District, subject to the following conditions:
Where approval by the Director of Community Development, City Engineer, Public
Works Director, City Attorney or Fire Department is required, that review shall be for
compliance with all applicable conditions of approval, adopted policies and guidelines,
ordinances, laws and regulations and accepted engineering practices for the item under
review. Additionally, the applicant is hereby notified that he/she is required to comply
with all applicable Codes or Ordinances of the City of Campbell and the State of
California that pertain to this development and are not herein specified.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Planning Division:
1. ADDroved Proiect: Approval is granted for a Conditional Use Permit (PLN200S-123)
to allow late night activities for an existing restaurant on property located at 1960 S.
Bascom Avenue. The project shall substantially conform to the revised plans
Planning Commission Resolution No. 3704
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prepared by Davco Associates and received by the Planning Division on November
17, 2005, except as may be modified by the conditions of approval contained herein.
2. Conditional Use Permit Approval Exoiration: The Conditional Use Permit approval
shall be valid for one year from the date of final approval. Within this one-year
period the use must be established on the property and the conditions of approval
satisfied. Failure to meet this deadline will result in the Conditional Use Permit being
void.
3. Revocation of Permit/Review: Operation of the use in violation of the Conditional
Use Permit or any standards, codes, or ordinances of the City of Campbell shall be
grounds for consideration of revocation of the Conditional Use Permit by the
Planning Commission.
The Planning Commission shall conduct a review of the Conditional Use Permit
upon the completion of six months of operation from the date of the Planning
Commission's approval. Additionally, the Planning Commission may review the
Conditional Use Permit based upon verified complaints filed with the Community
Development Director.
4. Postina of Conditions: All conditions of approval related to operations shall be
posted on the premises in a conspicuous employee area, approved by the
Community Development Director.
5. Prooertv Maintenance: The owner/operator of the subject property shall maintain all
exterior areas of the business free from graffiti, trash, rubbish, posters and stickers
placed on private property and the public property frontage at all times. Property
damaged as a result of such graffiti, posters or stickers shall be repaired
immediately after removal. Upon notification by the City of non-compliance with this
condition of approval, the owner/operator shall bring the property into compliance
within 48 hours.
6. Landscape Plan: The applicant shall submit four (4) sets of a landscape and
irrigation plan, within 30 days of the Use Permit approval, to refurbish the existing
planting areas along the south and west property lines to the Planning Division for
review and approval by the Community Development Director. Landscape and
irrigation plans shall be consistent with the City's Water Efficient Landscaping
Standards. The landscape improvements shall be installed within 45 days of
approval of the submitted landscape plan.
7. Outdoor Storaae: No outdoor storage is permitted on the subject property. No
equipment, materials or business vehicles shall be parked and/or stored outside the
building or within the parking lot.
8. Noise:
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a. Noise Standard: Any noises, sounds and/or voices, including but not limited to
amplified sounds, loud speakers, sounds from audio sound systems, music,
and/or public address system, generated by the subject use shall not be audible
to a person of normal hearing capacity from any residential property.
b. Noise Management: In the event complaints are received by the City regarding
noise, the Community Development Director may immediately modify the hours
of operation and/or limit the extended hours of operation, subject to the project
being brought back to the Planning Commission for review.
9. Ooerational Hours: The operational hours shall be from 9 a.m. to 3 a.m., seven
days a week.
10. Parkina and Drivewavs: All parking and driveway areas shall be maintained in
compliance with the standards in Chapter 21.28 of the Campbell Municipal Code.
11. On-Site Liahtina: The applicant shall provide one new parking lot light adjacent to
the rear parking lot and shall repair and/or replace the existing light fixtures as
necessary. Any proposed on-site lighting shall be shielded away from adjacent
properties and directed on site. The design and type of lighting fixtures and lighting
intensity of any exterior lighting shall be submitted to the Planning Division within 30
days of the Use Permit approval, and reviewed and approved by the Community
Development Director. Lighting fixtures shall be of a decorative design to be
compatible with the development and shall incorporate energy saving features. The
lighting fixtures shall be installed within 45 days of approval of the submitted lighting
plan.
12. Sians: No signage is permitted as part of the development application approved
herein. New signage shall not be installed prior to approval of a sign permit as
required by Chapter 21.30 of the Campbell Municipal Code.
13. Sidewalk Maintenance: The owner/operator of the property shall provide on-going
maintenance of the sidewalks and shall pressure wash the sidewalks as necessary
or as required by the Community Development Director or Director of Public Works
to remove all spills, gum and food.
14. Trash and Recvclina Enclosure: The applicant shall submit details regarding the
refurbishment of the trash and recycling enclosure(s), within 30 days of the use
permit approval, to the Planning Division for review and approval by the Community
Development Director and shall be installed within 45 days of the Director approval.
Unless otherwise noted, enclosures shall consist of a concrete floor surrounded by a
six-foot high solid wall and have decorative self-closing doors. The enclosure shall
be constructed at grade level and have a level area adjacent to the trash enclosure
area to service the containers. The enclosure shall be installed within 45 days of
approval of the submitted trash enclosure plan.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 3704
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this 13th day of December, 200S, by the following roll call
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Commissioners:
Alderete, Doorley, Ebner, Francois, Gibbons, Rocha
and Roseberry
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Memorandum
Date:
December 13,2005
To:
Planning Commission
From:
Melinda M. Denis~
Planner I
Re:
Item No.5 - 1960 S. Bascom Avenue - Taco Bravo
Please find the attached correspondences in support of the Taco Bravo Conditional Use Permit
application.
Thanks you,
Melinda
70 North First Street. Campbell, California 95008-1436' TEL 408.866.2140' FAX 408.871.5140
Melinda Denis
From:
Sent:
To:
Cc:
Subject:
Melinda Denis
Monday, December 12, 20058:19 AM
'Steve Bush'
Sharon Fierro
RE: Closing Taco Bravo early
Mr. Bush,
Thank you Mr. Bush for your comments regarding the Taco Bravo application. We will
include your commetns as an attachment to the Planning Commissioners for tomorrow night's
meeting. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Best regards,
Melinda Denis
Planner I
Ci ty of Campbell
-----Original Message-----
From: Steve Bush [mailto:steve@bush.org]
Sent: Monday, December 12, 2005 1:29 AM
To: Melinda Denis
Cc: Sharon Fierro
Subject: Closing Taco Bravo early
To: Ms. Melinda Denis and Ms. Sharon Fierro
From: Steve Bush / 1583 Curtner Ave, San Jose CA 95125 /
408-273-469-4907
Re: Taco Bravo being made to shut down at lam
I hope you two are the right people to contact: your names and email addresses were on a
copy of the documentation shown to me at Taco Bravo. I cannot attend the City Council
meeting tomorrow to give my support to Taco Bravo, but hope this email can have some
effect.
I am a computer engineer who has lived in this area since 1985, and been a regular visitor
to Taco Bravo for most of those 20 years.
Taco Bravo is not just another fast-food joint that is open late. It is a social
institution. It is not just a place to get a quick taco. It is also a place to meet
friends and enjoy the nice outdoor weather we have here in this area. I have taken many an
out-of-town business visitor there after late conferences. And a number of my friends have
become Taco Bravo "regulars" after a visit. I have always had a memorable time there with
friends -- not just some quick food.
I've never had a memorable time with friends at Jack-in-the-Box!
Silicon Valley is famous for its late-at-night creativity. I recently saw an interview
with Max Levchin, the 30 yr old entreprenuer and recent billionaire who founded
Paypal.com. He talked about the fact that he had just stayed up all night working, and
many of his staff often do likewise. I know quite a few engineers like myself who work
late at night.
I observe that on Friday nights the back parking lot is a popular hangout for the high-
school crowd. Perhaps they are a bit noisy. But consider that at least this is a clean and
decent place for them to be.
Where will they go now if Taco Bravo is closed earlier? Kids will be
kids: they're not going to go home instead. They're going to find other, less acceptable
places to go. That is why I consider Taco Bravo an "institution". It performs a valuable
social function, much more than just a fast food joint.
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No one will "hang out" at Jack-in-the-Box. It is not a social institution, it's just
another cheap fast food joint. It does not have the "character" that Taco Bravo has.
According to the documentation I saw, Taco Bravo gets a significant portion of its
business and income in the 12-3 AM time period. I can vouch for the fact that anytime I
have arrived there at 2 AM, there were a significant number of other customers there too.
I even occasionally bump into people I know there at that time!
I will be very saddend to see Taco Bravo close at 1 or earlier.
Jack-in-the-Box is not an acceptable replacement. Where will I go at 2 AM if not Taco
Bravo? It is one of the reasons I love this area so much.
Is the "noise" really a problem, or has there just been one or two vocal neighbors raising
a fuss? Has anyone actually done a poll of the neighborhood, or are we relying on just a
few vocal opponents? And if it really is a problem, what about building a noise abatement
wall behind the parking lot. We do that on miles and miles of highways, why not a hundred
feet of parking lot?
In any case, please accept my "vote" of support for not closing them any earlier.
Thanks for listening! Sincerely,
Steve Bush.
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Melinda Denis
From: Melinda Denis
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 2:31 PM
To: 'Mike Herkenrath'
Subject: RE: Taco Bravo
Thank you Mr. Herkenrath for your comments. There is a meeting this evening at 7:30pm in the City Council
Chambers to address the Taco Bravo Conditional Use Permit application. I will include your comments as an
attachment to the Planning Commissioners. Please feel free to contact me if you have any other questions.
Best Regards,
Melinda M. Denis
Planner I
City of Campbell
From: Mike Herkenrath [mailto:mikeherk@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 12:01 PM
To: Melinda Denis
Subject: Taco Bravo
Dear Melinda,
I am very disappointed to hear of the proposed decrease in operation hours for Taco Bravo. I work odd
hours and fmd Taco Bravo's late hours to be very convenient.
My family and I have been long time Campbell residents and own a home behind Taco Bravo, off
Midway and Patio. We have never had a problem or a complaint with this business establishment.
Furthermore, I feel it is extremely unfair to force a business to change it's business hours which will
directly hurt profits. Especially when Denny's has been granted permission down the street.
Let's all take a better look at the problem at hand and find a better solution that is fair for everyone.
Please let me know about upcoming meetings when I can voice my opinion and support.
Happy Holidays,
-Mike
12/13/2005
Melinda Denis
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Melinda Denis
Tuesday, December 13. 2005 2:36 PM
'Matesso, Bruce (SJC)'
RE: Long live the king of late night food!!! Taco Bravo
Thank you Mr. Matesso for your comments. There is a meeting this evening at 7:30pm in the
City Council Chambers to address the Taco Bravo Conditional Use Permit application. I
will include your comments as an attachment to the Planning Commissioners. Please feel
free to contact me if you have any other questions.
Best Regards,
Melinda M. Denis
Planner I
City of Campbell
-----Original Message-----
From: Matesso, Bruce (SJC) [mailto:BMatesso@colliersparrish.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 1:58 PM
To: Melinda Denis
Cc: brett@optiodev.com
Subject: Long live the king of late night food!!! Taco Bravo
Hi Melinda,
As a Patron of Taco Bravo for some 20+ years I can't even comprehend the thought of not
having the "Taco Bravo" option for late night food. Why the city of Campbell would impose
this on a long standing establishment fully knowing a great percentage of its business is
done in the late evening. Yes, I am sure there are several issues outside of the newly
imposed hours but it is also my understanding they are willing to cooperate with the city
and make any necessary changes.
You should also know that people come from miles around to patronize that restaurant and I
am not the only one. For example: I live in Los Gatos but make the trek all the time. My
sister and her husband live in Fresno and make the trek when ever they come back to town.
I have friends who have received formal invitations to dances and wedding ceremonies and
so on that would be crushed if it ever closed because of the imposed reduced hours.
I hope you will hear me when I say; Keep Taco Bravo open so we can enjoy what has become
an enshrined tradition in the city of Campbell.
Kind regards,
Bruce
Bruce Matesso
Sales & Leasing
Colliers International Partnership - Silicon Valley 450 West Santa Clara Street I San
Jose, CA 95113
Direct: 408.282.3927
Main: 408.282.3800
Fax: 408.283.2590
Email: bmatesso@colliersparrish.com
Web: www.colliersparrish.com
Colliers International is one of the largest commercial real estate firms in the world,
with 248 offices in
51 countries; $1.2 billion in annual revenue; and over 660 million square feet under
management.
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Melinda Denis
From: Melinda Denis
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 2:38 PM
To: 'viola32@hotmail.com'
Subject: FW: Taco Bravo
Thank you Mr. Viola for your comments. There is a meeting this evening at 7:30pm in the City Council Chambers
to address the Taco Bravo Conditional Use Permit application. I will include your comments as an attachment to
the Planning Commissioners. Please feel free to contact me if you have any other questions.
Best Regards,
Melinda M. Denis
Planner I
City of Campbell
From: Joe Viola (mailto:viola32@hotmail.com]
Sent: Tue 12/6/2005 2:00 PM
To: Jane Kennedy; Jeanette Watson; Don Burr; Dan Furtado; Joseph Hernandez
Subject: Taco Bravo
Hello
My name is Joe Viola. I was disturbed to hear that Taco Bravo may be closing. This may seem silly
that I would be writting about a little taco stand, but to me and many other people who went to Del Mar
High School and are from the surronding area, it is much much more. It is a place that we spent many
days and late nights at during our teenage and now adult years. It has been open for 30 years and has
been a"hang out" for kids,parents,unc1es,aunts,and now even grandparents. The answer is not closing
this icon, a increased police presence could be the answer, but please dont punish those of us who have
come to love Taco Bravo as a Campbell fixture.
Thank you for your time.
12/13/2005
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Melinda Denis
From: Melinda Denis
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 20052:40 PM
To: 'jduckham@ucmerced.edu'
Subject: FW:
Thank you Reverend Duckham for your comments. There is a meeting this evening at 7:30pm in the City
Council Chambers to address the Taco Bravo Conditional Use Permit application. I will include your comments as
an attachment to the Planning Commissioners. Please feel free to contact me if you have any other questions.
Best Regards,
Melinda M. Denis
Planner I
City of Campbell
From: Justin Jeffrey Duckham [mailto:jduckham@ucmerced.edu]
Sent: Tue 12/6/2005 3:15 PM
To: Jane Kennedy
Subject:
Dear Mayor:
It has recently come to my attention that there is pressure being put on the restaruant Taco Bravo to close early, which will
result with Taco Bravo shutting down.
Until my recent move to the Central Valley, I had been a lifelong Bay Area resident and as such have noticed qualities about
the restaruant and its impact on the community.
It provides a social spot for the town's youth, away from the Gaslighter and upscale downtown area.
It offers high quality food at affordable prices, which is quite beneficial to many residents of the area.
It's practically a landmark to many. Most upon their return to Campbell, myself included, make a trip to Taco Bravo vital.
I hope you understand that Jack in the Box stays open till 3, and the Denny's alongside it is open all night as well. Not to
mention the bars and billiard halls within the area.
I urge you, Mayor, to help defend this local business, for the good of the community.
Sincerely,
Reverend Justin Duckham
12/13/2005
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Melinda Denis
From: Melinda Denis
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 3:08 PM
To: 'Matt Sheppard'
Subject: RE: Taco Bravo - Historical Landmark
Thank you Mr. Sheppard for your comments. There is a meeting this evening at 7:30pm in the City Council
Chambers to address the Taco Bravo Conditional Use Permit application. I will include your comments as an
attachment to the Planning Commissioners. Please feel free to contact me if you have any other questions.
Best Regards.
Melinda M. Denis
Planner I
City of Campbell
From: Matt Sheppard [mailto:Matt.Sheppard@webex.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 2:40 PM
To: Melinda Denis
Subject: Taco Bravo - Historical Landmark
Melinda,
As a long time resident of Campbell, I am concerned about the proposed change in hours of operation. If
possible, I will be attending tonight's meeting, but just in case I can't make it, I wanted to make sure I
was heard on the subject.
I do realize that Taco Bravo is (and always has been) a weekend hang out spot for teens and young
adults. I spent the majority of my weekends in that parking lot, so definitely am witness to the fact that
noise and rowdiness can escalate into public nuisance. But, I also know that if it weren't there, it would
be somewhere else. Maybe the Pruneyard or Tower Records parking lot?
In any case, I would like to point out that the residents definitely knew what they were getting into when
they moved there. Taco Bravo and noise/traffic/rowdiness from teens is not a new issue. I don't think it's
fair to change the hours, which would basically put Taco Bravo out of business. That's not a good
solution.
Let's put the shoe on the other foot. I live on the other side of the Home Depot wall. It's my
understanding that the neighbors banded together to set aside certain regulations before the building was
even built. But, over time, new issues popped up. Since the residents basically had no bargaining chips
left (the project was already approved and the building was built) all that's left for the residents to do is
complain. In recent months we have been trying to get the City to step up and do something about the
Day Laborers. The Home Depot represents a huge tax base for Campbell, so they are "working on
it" (no results in over 6 months - more day laborers and bikes locked to trees than ever, public
drunkenness, rude and lewd activities towards women at Rotten Robbie's, etc). If the residents had their
way, they would close the place down, forbid loitering and bicycles locked to trees and all the other
inconveniences and ugliness of living next door to a Home Depot. The City continues to "work" with
both Home Depot and the residents to "agree" on fair rules and laws. The City is basically saying, but
not directly, "Home Depot isn't going anywhere, so if you don't like the noise and traffic and day
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laborers, move somewhere else."
So, why is the City threatening a small business, but allowing big business to trample all over their
residents? Even worse, why is the City leaning on a bunch ofteen-agers (US citizens), but looking the
other way when non US citizens decide to trash the place?
Simple answer: $$$$$$$
Sincerely,
Matt Sheppard
310 Harrison Ave
Campbell, CA 95008
12/13/2005
Melinda Denis
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Melinda Denis
Tuesday, December 13, 2005 3:18 PM
'Brett Houston'
RE: Taco Bravo Conditional Use Permit
Thank you Mr. Houston for your comments. There is a meeting this evening at 7:30pm in the
City Council Chambers to address the Taco Bravo Conditional Use Permit application. I will
include your comments as an attachment to the Planning Commissioners. Please feel free to
contact me if you have any other questions.
Best Regards,
Melinda M. Denis
Planner I
City of Campbell
-----Original Message-----
From: Brett Houston [mailto:brett@optiodev.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 3:05 PM
To: Melinda Denis
Cc: 'Bennett, Scott (ACF) I
Subject: Taco Bravo Conditional Use Permit
Hello Mrs. Denis,
I would like to convey my sentiments that I think the City of Campbell should consider
allowing Taco Bravo to continue with its hours of operation, which appears to be the case
for about 20 years. I have for 20 years enjoyed Taco Bravo with many, many friends and
family and have as a result
poured thousands of dollars into this business. I would wager the City of
Campbell would not benefit from a closure of this business.
While it seems reasonable that others in the neighborhood might not like to put-up with
the traffic at the late hours, I think it is equally reasonably the Taco Bravo be allowed
to put into action a series of steps it and its patrons that can effectively accomplish
that would mitigate the neighbors'
issues.
I would like to propose that the City of Campbell consider giving Taco Bravo a 6 month
permit to operate under its existing hours, with the following
understandings:
1. Taco Bravo would place signage at its order windows and at its exits,
something to the following effect: ""Patrons of Taco Bravo: We need your
cooperation to allow us to serve you late at night. Be respectful of our neighbors.
Please pick up your trash.
Please keep the noise down after 11pm and by all means avoid racing your cars down any of
the nearby streets." I'm sure a bit of wordsmith can produce a better sign.
2. Require Taco Bravo to place extra trash containers, especially the parking lot and
side picnic benches.
3. Have a sign-up sheet at the counter for those to join the Patron Stewards of Taco
Bravo, indicating they understand their ability to help keep trash and unruly noise down
is directly related to their ability to continue to enjoy Taco Bravo's food. Such people
would give their email address and be notified of future events that impact Taco Bravo's
operation and serve notice to the City of Campbell that the patrons of Taco Bravo can have
a direct impact on this situation by merely agreeing to hold a higher standard of conduct
while at Taco Bravo.
In fact, a sign-up sheet for the proposed Patrons Stewards of Taco Bravo is being
circulated tonight, to demonstrate the commitment the patrons have in working with the
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City of Campbell and Taco Bravo to help the proximate neighbors with their concerns.
Based upon my anecdotal experience at Taco Bravo, I haven't as of late (perhaps the last
year or so), witnessed unruly or trashy behavior. Others I have discussed this with
agree.
Furthermore, it seems very reasonable that if Denny's is allowed to operate on a around-
the-clock basis, that an effort be made to allow Taco Bravo to operate under its preferred
hours as well, especially of the above and/or similar provisions are put into action.
As I am writing this to you, I have just received a call from Scott A.
Bennett, M.A.
Office of Community Services for the Administration for Children and Families, U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services. He is already responded to my call to action and
will be working this issue from a Federal level. Scott will express himself in his own
words from his position, but suffice to say this issue cannot be handled in a summary
motion by a planning commission to effectively shut-down a viable economic force that has
and should continue to serve the greater public interest.
I thank you for considering this proposal. While I am not able to attend this meeting in
person, I and others in attendance would appreciate to know if you have a procedure for
which this proposal must follow.
Sincerely,
Brett Houston
1281 Rio Hondo Dr.
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 626-4600
Office (408) 559-4004
Fax (408) 559-4006
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Melinda Denis
From: Melinda Denis
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 4:31 PM
To: 'Maryanne.Yoshikawa@Sun.COM'
Subject: RE: Taco Bravo
Thank you Ms. Yoshikawa for your comments. There is a meeting this evening at 7:30pm in the City Council
Chambers to address the Taco Bravo Conditional Use Permit application. I will include your comments as an
attachment to the Planning Commissioners. Please feel free to contact me if you have any other questions.
Best Regards,
Melinda M. Denis
Planner I
City of Campbell
From: Maryanne Yoshikawa [mailto:Maryanne.Yoshikawa@Sun.COM]
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 4:22 PM
To: Melinda Denis
Subject: Taco Bravo
Dear Ms. Denis,
I would like to voice my concern over the proposed new hours for Taco Bravo.
I am a longtime Campbell resident and own a home in downtown Campbell on
Harrison Ave.
I have grown up in the San Jose area and have been a patron of Taco Bravo
since childhood. Taco Bravo is one of the few late night eateries in the
vicinity and the majority of my visits have been after midnight. I have seen
a few unruly individuals, just as I have seen them at the pruneyard, Katie Blooms,
Denny's, Spoons, Nob Hill and STARBUCK's for goodness sakes! The majority of
times, I have seen a casual crowd just trying to get some food. I am a
staunch supporter of Taco Bravo, its owner Dennis, its employees and its
patrons. I am vehemently opposed to having new hours imposed on this
establishment.
There are numerous things that can be done to abate any issues coming from
the neighbors. It is the City of Campbell's responsibility to make efforts
to establish a compromise between the business owners and residents.
Until all avenues are exhausted, I think it is utterly unfair to force Taco
Bravo to limit its hours of service.
I agree with many of the suggestions that Brett Houston voiced and I would be
willing to volunteer to help out in any way possible.
Unfortunately, I cannot attend the meeting tonight as I am in Japan on business.
It is important enough to me to voice this to you so I am sending this email
along with all of my support of Bravo all the way from Tokyo!
Please advise of any progress made on this issue. Also let me know what I
can do to help. There are many, many supporters of Bravo who are not a bunch
of delinquents. We are contributing members of our community who have all
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enjoyed this iconic restaurant for years.
Thank you in advance for your efforts.
Sincerely,
Maryanne Yoshikawa
330 Harrison Ave.
Campbell, CA 95008
+ Sun.
f1::'I':1Mt'U:~',
12/13/2005
Maryanne Yoshikawa
Spares Product Manager
Sun Mlcrosystems, Inc.
Phone x83613/+1 650 786 3613
Email Marvanne.Yoshikawa@Sun.COM
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On the path less
traveled there are
a lot fewer ruts.
Melinda Denis
From:
Sent:
To:
Subject:
Melinda Denis
Tuesday, December 13, 2005 4:33 PM
'Mick Magill'
RE: Input on mandating changes to the operating hours for Casa Bravo
Thank you Mr. Magill for your comments. There is a meeting this evening at 7:30pm in the
City Council Chambers to address the Taco Bravo Conditional Use Permit application. I will
include your comments as an attachment to the Planning Commissioners. Please feel free to
contact me if you have any other questions.
Best Regards,
Melinda M. Denis
Planner I
City of Campbell
-----Original Message-----
From: Mick Magill [mailto:mickm@cisco.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 4:23 PM
To: Melinda Denis
Cc: Mick Magill
Subject: Input on mandating changes to the operating hours for Casa Bravo
I am a network engineer at Cisco Systems, currently living in Campbell.
I used to work at apple, often out of the Campbell 1 bldg (now Fry's) and Campbell two
and three (Corner of creekside and hamilton) .
When working late at night, we would often go over to Casa Bravo to "scarf down some
tacos" .
I have continued the tradition for the last 10 years while working at Cisco. Often my
work keeps my crew and I working till the wee hrs, and we look forward to coming down to
Casa Bravo for late night food, and a chance to decompress before heading home.
It is my understanding that, while there were issues in the past, that there have been no
complaints from Neighbors for the last several months, and that police response trending
shows that (for the last
year) there are no ongoing serious issues.
Late night "fud runs" are a long standing tradition in the high tech industry, and Casa
Bravo is a landmark in the South Bay. I think it would be a shame to shutdown a local
institution, and redirect this business to large food chains like Taco Bell or McDonalds
in neighboring communities. I hope you will take my thoughts under advisements during
your deliberations.
Michael J. Magill
831-334-6699 (cell)
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Staff Report. December 13, 2005
PLN2005-123
Wuollet, D.
Public Hearing to consider the application of Mr. Dennis Wuollet, on behalf
of Taco Bravo, for a Conditional Use Permit (PLN2005-123) to allow late
night activities at an existing fast food restaurant on property owned by
Carol Hockenbury et aI, located at 1960 S. Bascom Avenue in the C-2-S
(General Commercial) Zoning District.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
That the Planning Commission take the following action:
1. Adopt a Resolution, incorporating the attached findings, approving a Conditional Use
Permit (PLN2005-123) to allow late night activities at an existing fast food restaurant,
subject to the attached conditions of approval.
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
Staff recommends that the Planning Commission find that this project is Categorically Exempt
under Section 15301, Class 1 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pertaining to
minor alterations to existing private structures.
PROJECT DATA
Net Lot Area:
10,595 sq. ft. (0.24 acres)
Site Utilization:
Building Coverage:
Landscape Coverage:
Paving Coverage:
938 sq. ft. (9 %)
1,837 sq. ft. (17 %)
7,820 sq. ft. (73 %)
Seating:
Covered:
Outdoor:
14 seats
12 seats
Parking Provided:
21 spaces (20 standard, 1 accessible)
Operational Hours:
Applicant's Proposal:
9:00am to 3:00am daily
Recommendation:
9:00am to 12:00am Sunday through Thursday
9:00am to 1 :OOam Friday and Saturday
Surrounding Uses:
North:
South:
East:
West:
Wienerschnitzel Restaurant
Baja Fresh Restaurant
Small Daycare FacilitylResidential Zoning
Pruneyard Shopping Center
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Staff Report ~ Planning CVlnmission Meeting of December 13, 20vJ
PLN2005-123 ~1960 S. Bascom Avenue
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DISCUSSION
Applicant's Proposal: The applicant is requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow
late night activities at an existing fast food restaurant located at 1960 S. Bascom Avenue.
Background: On April 3, 2001 the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2002, which is intended
to eliminate non-permitted late night uses. The ordinance requires businesses in the City's
commercial zoning districts to obtain a Conditional Use Permit to operate between 11 :00 p.m.
and 6:00 a.m. Even businesses that were previously "grand fathered" are required to comply
with the standard hours of operation or obtain a Conditional Use Permit from the Planning
Commission for late night operations. Complaints received by the City regarding late night
noise generated from the Taco Bravo site was one of the reasons that late night activities were
amortized and a Use Permit is now required for existing businesses operating after 11 :OOpm.
The subject property is currently developed with a single-story fast food restaurant constructed in
1967 under a Site and Architectural Review Permit (S 67-53) for "Taco Joe's". The building has
been used as a fast food restaurant since its construction. Taco Bravo was established in 1976
and has been operating until 3:00am since it was established. Taco Bravo is now requesting
approval of late night activities, pursuant to the requirements of Ordinance No. 2002.
Project Location: The project site is located on the northeast comer of South Bascom Avenue
and Fewtrell Drive and is surrounded by commercial uses on the north, south and west sides, and
a small commercial daycare use to the east.
ANALYSIS
General Plan Designation: The General Plan land use designation for the project site is General
Commercial. The proposed late night activities in conjunction with the existing fast food
restaurant are consistent with this land use designation.
Zoning Designation: The zoning designation for the project site is C-2-S (General Commercial).
The C-2-S Zoning District allows late night activities occurring between 11 :00 p.m. and 6:00
a.m. with approval of a Conditional Use Permit. The proposed project will be consistent with the
Zoning Ordinance with approval of a Conditional Use Permit.
Late Night Activities: The applicant is requesting approval to maintain the operation of the
restaurant until 3:00am. The existing business currently operates from 9:00am to 3:00am and the
owner has indicated in the attached business description (Attachment #3) that a major portion of
the business revenue is collected after 11 :OOpm. Other commercial businesses in the area such as
Denny's (24-hour service), Jack-in the Box, Wienerschnitzel, and various uses in the Pruneyard
operate after 11 :OOpm.
Given the nature of the business and the number of complaints received by the City, staff is
recommending reduced hours of operation, similar to the adjacent Wienerschnitzel, of 9:00am to
12:00am Sunday through Thursday and 9:00am to 1 :OOam Friday and Saturday.
A condition of approval has been added that allows for review of the Conditional Use Permit by
the Planning Commission if verified complaints are received by the City. If staff is unable to
immediately resolve the matter with the business owner/operator, the Community Development
Staff Report - Planning (,vlnmission Meeting of December 13, 20lJJ
PLN2005-123 -1960 S. Bascom Avenue
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Director may immediately modify the hours of operation and/or limit the extended hours of
operation, subject to the project being brought back to the Planning Commission for review.
Parking: Pursuant to the Campbell Parking and Loading Ordinance, one parking space is
required for each three seats for a restaurant use. The existing building has 14 covered seats and
12 outdoor seats and yields a parking requirement of 9 parking spaces. The current parking
configuration provides 21 parking spaces (20 standard, 1 accessible).
Landscaping: Approximately nine percent of the project site is approved for landscaping. These
areas have not been maintained in accordance with the approved landscape plans. Staff is
recommending a condition of approval that the landscaping areas adjacent to Fewtrell Drive and
South Bascom Avenue be refurbished with trees, shrubs, and ground cover to provide an
attractive landscaping design as they are highly visible from Bascom Avenue.
Lighting: Staff is recommending the installation of an additional lighting fixture adjacent to the
rear parking lot for security and safety measures. The Conditions of Approval require the
applicant to submit lighting details for review and approval prior to installation.
Exterior Modifications: No exterior modifications to the building or project site are proposed in
conjunction with the late night operations request.
Police Department Review: The Campbell Police Department has reviewed the application and
has no objections to the late night activities request with the provision that Conditions of
Approval be adopted that establish a review procedure in the event that late night activities at this
location significantly impact calls for police service.
Use Permit Review: Staff is recommending a six-month review of the Use Permit Approval from
the date of the Planning Commission approval. Additionally, review may be initiated based upon
verified complaints to the Community Development Director.
Site and Architectural Review Committee: The Site and Architectural Review Committee did
not review this application, as there are no changes proposed to the exterior of the building.
Attachments:
1. Findings for Approval of File No. PLN2005-123
2. Conditions of Approval for File No. PLN2005-l23
3. Letter of Description from Applicant
4. Letters of Support
5. Exhibits (Site Plan)
6. Location Map
Prepared by:
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Melinda M. Denis, Planner I
Approved by:
Attachment # 1
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL OF FILE NO. PLN2005-123
SITE ADDRESS:
APPLICANT:
P.C. MEETING:
1960 S. Bascom Avenue
Mr. Dennis Wuo1eet on behalf of Taco Bravo
December 13, 2005
Findings for approval of a Conditional Use Permit to allow late night activities at an existing
restaurant on property located at 1960 S. Bascom Avenue.
The Planning Commission finds as follows with regard to file number PLN2005-123:
1. The proposed late night activities is consistent with the General Plan land use designation of
General Commercial and the C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning District.
2. The project site consists of a 10,595 square foot lot, developed with 938 square feet of
building area, 1,837 square feet of landscaping, and 7,820 square feet of paving.
3. The existing 21 parking spaces will adequately address the parking needs of the subject site
and proposed use.
4. The project site is located on the northeast comer South Bascom Avenue and Fewtrell Drive
and is surrounded by commercial uses on the north, south and west sides and a daycare
facility to the east.
5. The proposed project is consistent with other developments and uses in the surrounding area.
6. The Police Department has no objections to the proposed project, as conditioned.
7. Business hours shall be restricted to 9:00am to 12:00am Sunday through Thursday and
9:00am to 1 :OOam Friday and Saturday.
8. The project qualifies as a Categorically Exempt project per Section 15301, Class 1 (Existing
Facilities) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Based upon the foregoing findings of fact, the Planning Commission further finds and concludes
that:
1. The proposed project is consistent with the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance.
2. The establishment, maintenance, or operation of the use will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety, peace, morals, comfort or general welfare of persons residing or working in
the neighborhood of such proposed use, or be detrimental or injurious to property and
improvements in the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the City.
3. The proposed use is compatible with the uses in the area.
Attachment #1
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4. The subject site is adequate in size and shape to accommodate the yards, walls, fences,
parking and loading facilities, landscaping and other development features required in order
to integrate said use with uses in the surrounding area.
5. The subject site is adequately served by streets of sufficient capacity to carry the kind and
quantity of traffic such uses would generate.
6. The proposed project as conditioned will aid in the enhancement and the harmonious
development of the immediate area.
7. No substantial evidence has been presented which shows that the project, as currently
presented and subject to the required conditions of approval, will have a significant adverse
impact on the environment.
8. There is a reasonable relationship and a rough proportionality between the conditions of
approval and the impacts of the project.
Attachment #2
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FOR FILE NO. PLN2005-123
SITE ADDRESS:
APPLICANT:
P.C. MEETING:
1960 S. Bascom Avenue
Mr. Dennis Wuollet on behalf of Taco Bravo
December 13, 2005
The applicant is hereby notified, as part of this application, that he/she is required to meet the
following conditions in accordance with the ordinances of the City of Campbell and the State of
California. Where approval by the Community Development Director, City Engineer, Public
Works Director, City Attorney, or Fire Department is required, that review shall be for compliance
with all applicable Conditions of Approval, adopted policies and guidelines, ordinances, laws and
regulations, and accepted engineering practices for the item under review. Additionally, the
applicant is hereby notified that he/she is required to comply with all applicable Codes or
Ordinances of the City of Campbell and the State of California that pertain to this development
and are not herein specified:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Planning Division:
1. Approved Proiect: Approval is granted for a Conditional Use Permit (pLN2005-123) to allow
late night activities for an existing restaurant on property located at 1960 S. Bascom Avenue.
The project shall substantially conform to the revised plans prepared by Davco Associates and
received by the Planning Division on November 17,2005, except as may be modified by the
conditions of approval contained herein.
2. Conditional Use Permit Approval Expiration: The Conditional Use Permit approval shall be
valid for one year from the date of final approval. Within this one-year period the use must be
established on the property and the conditions of approval satisfied. Failure to meet this
deadline will result in the Conditional Use Permit being void.
3. Revocation ofPermitlReview: Operation of the use in violation of the Conditional Use Permit
or any standards, codes, or ordinances of the City of Campbell shall be grounds for
consideration of revocation ofthe Conditional Use Permit by the Planning Commission.
The Planning Commission shall conduct a review of the Conditional Use Permit at the
applicant's cost, upon the completion of six months of operation from the date of the Planning
Commission's approval. Additionally, the Planning Commission may review the Conditional
Use Permit, at the applicant's cost, based upon verified complaints filed with the Community
Development Director.
4. Posting of Conditions: All conditions of approval related to operations shall be posted on the
premises in a conspicuous employee area, approved by the Community Development Director.
5. Propertv Maintenance: The owner/operator of the subject property shall maintain all exterior
areas of the business free from graffiti, trash, rubbish, posters and stickers placed on private
property and the public property frontage at all times. Property damaged as a result of such
graffiti, posters or stickers shall be repaired immediately after removal. Upon notification by
Attachment #2
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the City of non-compliance with this condition of approval, the owner/operator shall bring the
property into compliance within 48 hours.
6. Landscape Plan: The applicant shall submit four (4) sets of a landscape and irrigation plan,
within 30 days of the Use Permit approval, to refurbish the existing planting areas along the
south and west property lines to the Planning Division for review and approval by the
Community Development Director. Landscape and irrigation plans shall be consistent with
the City's Water Efficient Landscaping Standards. The landscape improvements shall be
installed within 45 days of approval of the submitted landscape plan.
7. Outdoor Storage: No outdoor storage is permitted on the subject property. No equipment,
materials or business vehicles shall be parked and/or stored outside the building or within the
parking lot.
8. Noise:
a. Noise Standard: Any noises, sounds and/or voices, including but not limited to amplified
sounds, loud speakers, sounds from audio sound systems, music, and/or public address
system, generated by the subject use shall not be audible to a person of normal hearing
capacity from any residential property.
b. Noise Management: In the event complaints are received by the City regarding noise, the
Community Development Director may immediately modify the hours of operation and/or
limit the extended hours of operation, subject to the project being brought back to the
Planning Commission for review.
9. Operational Hours: The operational hours shall be limited to 9:00am to 12:00am Sunday
through Thursday and 9:00am to 1 :OOam Friday and Saturday.
10. Parking and Driveways: All parking and driveway areas shall be maintained in compliance
with the standards in Chapter 21.28 of the Campbell Municipal Code.
11. On-Site Lighting: The applicant shall provide one new parking lot light adjacent to the rear
parking lot and shall repair and/or replace the existing light fixtures as necessary. Any
proposed on-site lighting shall be shielded away from adjacent properties and directed on site.
The design and type of lighting fixtures and lighting intensity of any exterior lighting shall be
submitted to the Planning Division within 30 days of the Use Permit approval, and reviewed
and approved by the Community Development Director. Lighting fixtures shall be of a
decorative design to be compatible with the development and shall incorporate energy saving
features. The lighting fixtures shall be installed within 45 days of approval of the submitted
lighting plan.
12. Signs: No signage is permitted as part of the development application approved herein. New
signage shall not be installed prior to approval of a sign permit as required by Chapter 21.30 of
the Campbell Municipal Code.
13. Sidewalk Maintenance: The owner/operator of the property shall provide on-going
maintenance of the sidewalks and shall pressure wash the sidewalks as necessary or as
Attachment #2
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required by the Community Development Director or Director of Public Works to remove all
spills, gum and food.
14. Trash and Recycling Enclosure: The applicant shall submit details regarding the refurbishment
of the trash and recycling enclosure(s), within 30 days of the use permit approval, to the
Planning Division for review and approval by the Community Development Director and shall
be installed within 45 days of the Director approval. Unless otherwise noted, enclosures shall
consist of a concrete floor surrounded by a six-foot high solid wall and have decorative self-
closing doors. The enclosure shall be constructed at grade level and have a level area adjacent
to the trash enclosure area to service the containers. The enclosure shall be installed within 45
days of approval of the submitted trash enclosure plan.
4) The Conditional Use Permit Application, is being submitted
inorder to allow Taco Bravo, a long-standing Campbell insti-
tution, to continue operating after 11 :00 PM. Infact, a major
portion of the revenue of this business is transacted after
11 :00 PM. This appears to due to individuals, who when leaving
various entertainment and sporting events in the San Jose/
Silicon Valley area, are looking for a quick, late-night snack.
Since its opening in 1976, Taco Bravo has operated from
9:00 AM to 3:00 AM. On average, there are 4 - 6 employees
per shift. It is a fast-food restaurant serving Mexican food.
AECen\fED
AU6 2 6 2005
C!fY OF CAMPBELL
.-tANNING DEPT.
Melinda Denis
From: Sharon Fierro
Sent: Tuesday, December 06,20056:29 PM
To: 'tkogura@aol.com'
Cc: Melinda Denis
Subject: FW: Support for Taco Bravo
Mr. Kogura,
The City has received a number of complaints about noise from patrons in the Taco Bravo parking lot
during the late night hours, disturbing the sleep of nearby residents. Your comments are important to
the City. I hope you can attend the public hearing next week, Tuesday, December 13,2005. The
meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall (70 North First Street, in
downtown Campbell). I'll provide the Planning Commission with a copy of your message. Staff is
recommending approval of late hours, however not until 3 am as requested by Taco Bravo. We are
recommending that Taco Bravo close by midnight Sunday through Thursday and close by 1 a.m. on
Friday and Saturday nights. These are the same hours of the adjacent Wienerschnitzel business. Staff's
role is advisory and the decision will be made by the Planning Commission based on all ofthe facts and
information presented at the meeting, including your message and any public speakers who attend.
Thanks you for contacting Councilman Joe Hernandez about your concerns. Please contact Melinda
Denis, the planner who is working with Wienerschnitzel or me if you have any questions about the
Planning Commission meeting.
Best regards,
Sharon Fierro, Community Development Director
sharonf@cityofcampbell.com
Melinda Denis
MelindaD@cityofcampbell.com
(408) 866-2140
From: tkogura@aol.com [mailto:tkogura@aol.com]
Sent: Tue 12/6/2005 9:15 AM
To: Jane Kennedy; Jeanette Watson; Don Burr; Dan Furtado; Joseph Hernandez
Subject: Support for Taco Bravo
To the City Council Members, Mayor and Vice Mayor,
My name is Tyler Kogura and I am a homeowner and resident of Campbell, and as such I have heard
that there is a discussion on the City Council agenda to limit Taco Bravo's opening time to IIPM. I for
one would be very against this measure. Taco Bravo is not only is great place to eat, but it's almost a
city landmark, as I often ate there in the 80's when I was in high school. The late night eating aspect
was one of the things that really made it special, and I have never felt it to be unsafe nor a problem in
our great city.
I would like to be informed if there are any meetings scheduled about this measure, unfortunately I
12/7/2005
had heard that this would be on the agenda at a meeting today to late to get out of work, but I would like
to show my support of this establishment and it's continuing late hours.
Thanks again for your time and I hope that Taco Bravo will be allowed to stay just as it is,
Tyler Kogura
1156 Capri Dr.
Campbell CA 95008
ph: 408-712-1533
12/7/2005
Melinda Denis
From: Melinda Denis
Sent: Wednesday, December 07, 2005 11:47 AM
To: 'Nick Koroman -X (nkoroman - Solectron at Cisco)'
Cc: Planning Division
Subject: RE: Taco Bravo
Dear Mr. Koroman:
The City has received a number of complaints about noise from patrons in the Taco Bravo parking lot
during the late night hours, disturbing the sleep of nearby residents. Your comments are important to
the City. I hope you can attend the public hearing next week, Tuesday, December 13,2005. The
meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall (70 North First Street, in
downtown Campbell). I'll provide the Planning Commission with a copy of your message. Staffis
recommending approval of late hours, however not until 3 am as requested by Taco Bravo. We are
recommending that Taco Bravo close by midnight Sunday through Thursday and close by 1 a.m. on
Friday and Saturday nights. These are the same hours of the adjacent Wienerschnitzel business. Staffs
role is advisory and the decision will be made by the Planning Commission based on all of the facts and
information presented at the meeting, including your message and any public speakers who attend.
Thanks you for contacting us about your concerns. Please let me know if you have any questions about
the Planning Commission meeting.
Thank you,
Melinda Denis
Planner I
From: Nick Koroman -X (nkoroman - Solectron at Cisco) [mailto:nkoroman@cisco.com]
Sent: Wednesday, December 07,200511:37 AM
To: Jane Kennedy; Jeanette Watson; Don Burr; Dan Furtado; Joseph Hernandez; Planning Division
Subject: Taco Bravo
Dear sirs and madams,
It has come to my attention that Taco Bravo will have a hearing with the Planning Commission on Tuesday to
request a permit allowing them to continue to operate past 11 :OOPM.
Taco Bravo is not merely a late night food stand, it is a South Bay institution. It is a landmark more identifiable
with Campbell than the water tower, the Pruneyard, or any of the shops/clubs/restaurants in downtown. Despite
living in Gilroy it is common on a Saturday aftemoon to get together with friends on a "Bravo run".
I am concerned that if the permit request is not granted we will be losing more than a food stand, we will lose
something that makes the South Bay unique and gives it character. Next to Taco Bravo there is a late night
Wienerschnitzel and across the street there is a 24 hour Jack In The Box. I've never patronized these businesses
on my trips to South Bascom. The reason: I can get both of those in Gilroy or anywhere else for that matter.
I'm imploring you to grant Taco Bravo's permit request and keep the tradition alive in Campbell. It is more than a
case of late night munchies that is at stake here.
Respectfully,
Nick Koroman