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PC Min 09/05/1978PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF CAMPBELL, CALIFORNIA TUESDAY, 7:30 P.M. MINUTES SEPTEMBER 5, 1978 The Planning Commission of the City of Campbell convened this day in regular session at the regular meeting place, the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 75 North Central Avenue, Campbell, California. ROLL CALL Commissioners: Campos, Samuelson, Vierhus, Kasolas Chairman Pack; Secretary Arthur A. Kee; Senior Planner Present Bruce R. Powell; Engineering Manager Bill Helms; City Attorney J. Robert Dempster; Recording Secretary Jeannine Wade. Absent Commissioner Dickson APPROVAL OF Commissioner Campos moved that the minutes of the MINUTES regular meeting of August 15, 1978 be approved, seconded by Commissioner Vierhus and unanimously adopted. COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Kee informed the Commission that items received relate to specific items on the agenda and would be discussed at the time the item is considered. ARCHITECTURAL APPROVALS g 7$-29 Application of Mr. Marvin A. Bamburg, A.I.A., for Bamburg, M. approval of plans to construct 36 condominium units on property known as 3595 S. Bascom Avenue in an R-3-S (Multiple Family/High Density Residential) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the Committee is recommending approval of conditions listed in the Staff Comment was in agreement to all the conditions stated that since Commissioner Dickson Commissioner Kasolas took his place at Site and Architectural Review this application subject to the Sheet; he noted that the applicant listed by staff. Commissioner Vierhus was absent from this morning's meeting, the meeting. Commissioner Samuelson moved that S 78-29 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. Separation between northerly buildings to be increased to lg' minimum 2. Revised site plan to be approved by the Planning Director. 3. Property to be fenced and landscaped as indicated and/or added in red on plans. 4. Landscaping plan indicating type and size of plant material, and location of hose bibs or sprinkler system to be submitted for approval of the Planning Director prior to application for building permit. 5. Fencing plan indicating location and design details of .fencing to be submitted for approval of Planning Director prior to application for building permit. 6. Landscaping and fencing shall be maintained in accordance with the approved plan. 7. Applicant to either (1) post a faithful performance bond in the amount of $5,000 to insure landscaping, fencing, and striping of parking areas within three months of completion of construction, or (2) file written agreement to complete landscaping, fencing and striping of parking areas prior to final Building Department clearance. 8. All mechanical equipment located on roofs to be screened as approved by the Planning Director. The applicant is notified as part of this application that he/she is required to meet the following conditions in accordance with ordinances of the City of Campbell and laws of the State of California. A. All parking and driveway areas to be developed in compliance with Section 21.50 of the Campbell Municipal Code. All parking spaces to be provided with appropriate concrete curbs or bumper guards. B. Underground utilities to be provided as required by Section 20.16.070 of the Campbell Municipal Code. C. Plans submitted to the Building Department for plan check shall indicate clearly the location of all connections for underground utilities including water, sewer, electric, telephone and television cables, etc. D. Sign application to be submitted in accordance with provisions of the sign ordinance for all signs. No sign to be installed until application is approved and permit issued by the Building Department. (Section 21.68.070 of the Campbell Municipal Code.) -2- E. Ordinance No. 782 of the Campbell Municipal Code stipulates that any contract for the collection and disposal of refuse, garbage, wet garbage and rubbish produced within the limits of the city of Campbell shall be made with Green Valley Disposal Company. This requirement applies to all single-family dwellings, multiple apartment units, to all commercial, business, industrial, manufacturing, and construction establishments. F. Trash container(s) of a size and quantity necessary to serve the devel- opment shall be located in area(s) approved by the Fire Department. Unless otherwise noted, enclosure(s) shall consist of a concrete floor surrounded by a solid wall or fence and have self-closing doors of a size specified by the Fire Department. All enclosures. to be constructed at grade level. G. Applicant shall comply with .all appropriate State and City requirements for the handicapped. H. Noise levels for the interior of residential units shall comply with minimum State (Title 25) and local standards as indicated in the Noise Element of the Campbell General Plan. FIRE DEPARTMENT I. Provide an on-site fire hydrant system. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT J. Pay storm drainage area fee of $1,617. K. Provide a grading and drainage plan for the approval of the City Engineer. L. Obtain an excavation permit to install a ten-foot-wide sidewalk, a driveway approach, and two street trees. The applicant is notified that he/she shall comply with all applicable codes or ordinances of the City of Campbell which pertain to this development and are not herein specified. -r_ ~ .° Commissioner Vi erhus seconded the motion, and the motion was adopted with '~` ~ ~~~.~ -~• `` Chairman Pack abs to i n i n '~ ~ ''`` 9• ~ r` .~I. J, J~ S 78-30 Application of Mr. Chris L. Cristich and the "J" Cristich, C. Corporation for approval of plans to construct an industrial building on property known as 70 Cristich Lane in an M-1-S (Light Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the Site and Architectural Review Committee is recommending approval subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet and additional landscaping suggestions which the applicant agreed to. -fie then inquired of Mr. Kee if a condition should be added reflecting the landscaping suggestions. - 3- Mr. Kee responded that an additional five feet of landscaping adjacent to Cristich Lane has been added in red on the plans, and the plans would need to come back to staff for approval; therefore, an added condition would not be necessary. Commissioner Kasolas moved that S 78-30 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. Property to be fenced and landscaped as indicated and/or added in red on plans. 2. Landscaping plan indicating type and size of plant material, and location of hose bibs or sprinkler system to be submitted for approval of the Planning Director prior to application for building permit. 3. Landscaping and fencing shall be maintained in accordance with the approved plan. 4. Applicant to either (1) post a faithful performance bond in the amount of $5,000 to insure landscaping, fencing, and striping of parking areas within three months of completion of .construction, or (2) file written agreement to complete landscaping, fencing and striping of parking areas prior to final Building Department clearance. The applicant is notified as part of this application that he/she is required to meet the following conditions in accordance with Ordinances of the City of Campbell and Laws of the State of California. A. All parking and driveway areas to be developed in compliance with Section 21.50 of the Campbell Municipal Code. All parking spaces to be provided with appropriate concrete curbs or bumper guards. B. Underground utilities to be provided as required by Section 20.16.070 of the Campbell Municipal Code. C. Plans submitted to the Building Department for plan check shalt indicate clearly the location of all connections for underground utilities including water, sewer, electric telephone and television cables, etc. D. Sign application to be submitted in accordance with provisions of the sign ordinance for all signs. No sign to be installed until application is approved and permit issued by the Building Department. (Section 21.68.070 of the Campbell Municipal Code.) E. Ordinance No. 782 of the Campbell Municipal Code stipulates that any contract for the collection and disposal of refuse, garbage, wet garbage and rubbish produced within the limits of the city of Campbell shall be made with Green Valley Disposal Company. This requirement applies to all single-family dwellings, multiple apartment units, to all commercial, business, industrial, manufacturing, and construction establishments. -4- F. Trash container(s) of a size and quantity necessary to serve the devel- opment shall be located in area(s) approved by the Fire Department. Unless otherwise noted, enclosure(s) shall consist of a concrete floor surrounded by a solid wall or fence and have self-closing doors of a size specified by the Fire Department. All enclosures to be constructed at grade level. G. Applicant shall comply with all appropriate State and City requirements for the handicapped. BUILDING DEPARTMENT H. Group F-2, Type IV building shall require all exterior walls less than 20' to property line shall be 1 hour fire rated, Section 2103 and Table 5A. FIRE DEPARTMENT I. Provide one private street style fire hydrant. J. Provide 2A-IOBC fire extinguisher. The applicant is notified that he/she shall comply with all applicable codes~or Ordinances of the City of Campbell which pertain to this development and are not herein specified. This motion was seconded by Commissioner Vierhus and unanimously adopted. :Y .. SA 78-51 Appeal by Mr. James M. Dresbach of a decision of the Atkins TV Planning Director which denied part of an application for signing for Atkins Television located on property known as 2051 S. Winchester Boulevard in a C-1-S (Neighborhood Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the applicant had met with the`Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning to discuss his appeal. He noted that the Committee recognized the applicant's problems and need fora sign; he further noted that the applicant had recently painted his building, covering up the existing sign. The Committee felt that because of this location, the sign on the side of the building (facing Campbell Avenue) is needed. The Committee is therefore recommending approval of the sign "ATKINS TELEVISION" (deleting the sales message "ZENITH, Sates, Services, T.V.'s, Stereos, Antennas, 378-3800"). Mr. Kee stated that after discussion by the Site and Architectural Review Committee and the Architectural Advisor, staff has no problem with the approval recommended by the Committee. He further reported that staff felt the sales message (which has been recommended for deletion) was not in accord with the ordinance for identification of a business but since that had been deleted staff would concur with the recommendation of the Committee. -5- Commissioner Samuelson, member of the Sign Review Committee, stated he would support this recommendation since the advertising portion of the sign was recommended for removal. Commissioner Vierhus moved that SA 78-51 as modified, reading "ATKINS TELEVISION" and deleting the sales message "ZENITH, Sales, Services, T.V.'s, Stereos, Antennas, 378-3800," be approved, this motion was seconded by Commissioner Kasolas, and unanimously adopted. .,. .~ PUBLIC HEARINGS ZC 78-10(2) This is the time and place for a continued public City of Campbel l hearing to consider the application of the City of Campbell for prezoning of property located on the southerly side of McGlincey Lane and westerly of Union Avenue, known as APNs 413-13-28, 2g, and 80, and 413-48-36, 66, 67, and 68 for M-1-S (Light Industrial), R-1 (Single Family Residential), and P-D (Planned Development) Zoning. Mr. Kee stated that staff is recommending that the Commission recommend that the subject area be prezoned as shown on the Exhibit attached to the Staff Comment Sheet. He noted that it follows the City Council action taken on the Land Use Element of the General Plan on August 28, 1978; he further noted that the prezoning, or for that matter zoning, is required by State law to follow the Land Use Element of the General Plan for General Law cities such as Campbell. Mr. Powell displayed a map of the area and pointed out particular areas under consideration at this time. Chairman Pack then invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this item. Mr. Ollie Nelson inquired about future subdivision of his property and inquired if the action taken this evening would preclude his possible rezoning at some future time. Mr. Kee responded that prezoning must follow what the Land Use Element of the General Plan calls for, and the Council has established that the existing zoning will currently remain. He stated that other applications could come in at a later date and request that this again be considered. No one else wishing to be heard, Commissioner Vierhus moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Campos and unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION NO. 1725 Commissioner Vierhus moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution 1725 recommending that the City Council consider prezoning of property located on the southerly side of McGlincey Lane -6- and westerly of Union Avenue known as APNs 413-13-28, 29, and 80, and 413-48-36, 66, 67, and 68 for M-1-S (Light Industrial), R-1 (Single Family Residential), and P-D (Planned Development) Zoning, (ZC 78-10(2), as noted on the attached map, seconded by Commissioner Campos, and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: NOES: Commissioners: ABSENT: Commissioners: ABSTAIN: Commissioners: Commissioner Kasolas st of interest. Campos, Samuelson, Vierhus, Pack None Dickson Kasolas ated that he abstained because of a possible conflict JC n :. ZC 78-9 This the time and place fora continued public Schwoob, T. hearing to consider the application of Messrs. Profit, S. Thomas Schwoob and Spencer Profit for a change of zoning from R-2-S (Multiple Family/Medium Density Residential) to P-D (Planned Development/ Medium Density Residential) for property known as 338 w. Rincon Avenue. Mr. Kee stated that the applicant is requesting a change of zoning from R-2-S to P-D for a 0.418 acre parcel to allow construction of a townhouse development. He noted that the development plans (PD 78-15) also on this agenda, indicate that six townhomes are proposed for this site and the resulting density would be approximately l4 dwelling units per acre; the General Plan indicates that this area should be developed at a density of between 14 and 20 dwelling units per acre. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning and the Committee is recommending approval subject to the concerns of the Architectural Advisor being resolved, which would be covered by Condition No. 1 listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Chairman Pack inquired of Mr. Kee if this item had been continued in order that plans could be reviewed for this parcel and the adjoining parcel. Mr. Kee responded affirmatively. Chairman Pack then inquired if the two plans had been reviewed for compatibility. Mr. Kee responded that they had been reviewed by the Architectural Advisor, and they were found to be compatible. Mr. Kee then noted that items 5, 6, and 7, on the agenda all relate to one another. -7- Chairman Pack then inqured of City Attorney Dempster if all three hearings could be heard at one time. City Attorney Dempster advised that the public hearings could be opened on all three items, however separate resolutions must be made. ZC 73-12 This is the time and place fora public hearing Gippetti, C. to consider the application of Mr. Ciro Gippetti for a change of zoning from R-2-S (Multiple Family/ Medium Density Residential) to P-D (Planned Development/Medium Density Residential) for property known as 350 W. Rincon Avenue. PD 78-15 This is the time and place fora public hearing Gippetti, C. to consider the application of Messrs. Ciro Gippetti, Profit, S. Spencer Profit, and Thomas Schwoob for approval of Schwoob, T. plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow construction of twelve townhomes on property known as 338 and 35o w. .Rincon Avenue in a proposed P-D (Planned Development/Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Chairman Pack invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against ZC 78-9, ZC 78-12, and PD 78-15. Mr. Norm Garcia of Creative Design, 740 Camden Avenue, Campbell appeared before the Commission to explain that the project consists of three sets of duplexes with a common driveway. He noted that the only change recom- mended by the Site and Architectural Review Committee was the deletion of a window above a door on the first elevation. He noted his clients were agreeable to the recommended change. No one else wishing to be heard, Commissioner Kasolas moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 1726 Commissioner Vierhus moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolutions Nos. 1726 and 1727 recommending the City RESOLUTION N0. 1727 Council consider a change of zoning from R-2-S (Multiple Family/Medium Density Residential) to P-D (Planned Development/Medium Density Residential) for properties known as 338 and 350 W. Rincon Avenue, as noted on the attached maps, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson, and unanimously adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Campos, Samuelson, Vierhus, Kasolas, Pack NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Dickson -8- RESOLUTION N0. 1728 Commissioner Samuelson moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1728 recommending that the City Council consider approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow construction of twelve townhomes on property known as 338 and 350 W. Rincon Avenue in a proposed P-D (Planned Development/Medium Density Residential) Zoning District (PD 78-15), seconded by Commissioner Kasolas and unanimously adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES: Commissioners: Campos, Samuelson, Vierhus, Kasolas, Pack NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Dickson .V .4 J. PD 78-7 This is the time and place for a continued public Peisker, H. hearing to consider the application of Mr. Hans Peisker for approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to a}low construction of an industrial building on property known as 116 Railway Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Industrial) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning, and the Committee felt that the revised plans were acceptable and is recommending approval, subject to the conditions listed in the Staff Comment Sheet. Chairman Pack questioned Condition No. 5 which listed half of the use as industrial and half as warehouse, whereas the development schedule indicated "a combined warehouse and office facility." Mr. Kee explained that the uses would be industrial and warehouse as indicated on the plans. Chairman Pack declared the public hearing open and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against this project. No one wishing to be heard, Commissioner Vierhus moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. RESOLUTION N0. 1729 Commissioner Kasolas moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1729 recommending that the Gity Council consider approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow construction of an industrial building on property known as 116 Railway Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Industrial) Zoning District (PD 78-7), seconded by Commissioner Vierhus, and unanimously adopted by the following roll call vote: -9- AYES: Commissioners: Campos, Samuelson, Vierhus, Kasolas, Pack NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: Dickson At this time Chairman Pack inquired of Mr. Kee about concrete shingles, since they were proposed to be used on this project. Mr. Kee responded that concrete shingles are becoming more and more common, and that they are actually made out of concrete and usually are very flat, rather than the barrel type. .~ a ~. PD 78-10 This is the time and place for a continued public Perfecto, C. hearing to consider the application of Carlos and Maria Perfecto for approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow construction of two residential units on the rear of property known as 109 S. Fourth Street in a P-D (Planned Development/ Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Mr. Kee reported to the Commission that he had received a telephone request from the applicant this morning asking for a continuance of this item in order that revised plans could be submitted. Commissioner Campos moved that this item be continued to the October 3 Planning Commission meeting in order that revised plans could be submitted, seconded by Commissioner Kasolas and unanimously adopted. :; .. :: PD 78-14 This is the time and place fora public hearing Raffanti, R. hearing to consider the application of Mr. Robert Raffanti for approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow expansion of an office building and construction of a parking lot on property known as 234 E. Campbell Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Commercial) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee this morning, and there were a few items on the plans which needed to be worked out; therefore, the applicant requested a continuance to the next Planning Commission meeting. Chairman Pack declared the public hearing open and invited anyone to speak on this item. No one wishing to be heard, Commissioner Vierhus moved that PD 78-14 be continued to the September 19, 1978 Planning Commission meeting, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. ;~ a a -10- The Commission took a break at 8:30 p.m.; the meeting reconvened at 8:40 p.m. a a .~ PD 78-16 This is the time and place fora public hearing Totah, J, to consider the application of Messrs. John J. Tate, R. and Totah, Ron Tate, and Howard Lee for approval Lee, H. of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow revisions to Phase II of a previously approved townhouse development located on property known as 1871 and 1961 Pollard Road and 1536 and 1560 More Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/ Low-Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. Commissioner Vierhus reported that the applicant had met with the Site and Architectural Review Committee, and the Committee felt that this plan was even better than the originally approved plan. The Committee is recommending approval. Mr. Kee stated that the architect for the project was present, and felt he might like to make a presentation to the Commission. Chairman Pack declared the hearing open and invited anyone in the audience to speak for or against the project. Mr. Larry Lagier, architect for the project, stated that this project has been expanded since additional property had been purchased from P.G. E. There would be 0.72 acres added to the development, bringing the total to 6.76 acres. The total number of units would now be 59 rather than 56 as originally submitted (two of the units are existing residences). He reported that parking is indicated at 166 spaces with 17 spaces in a "Landscape Reserve", and this would result in a ratio of 2.81 spaces per unit with a possible of 3.1 spaces per unit if the landscape reserve were converted into parking. He noted that the overall density is being decreased from the originally submitted plan. Mr. Lagier went over the plans with the Commission and answered any questions. Mr. Kee noted two important points: (1) .72 acres has been added to the project, however, the units per acre has been reduced (from 9.1 units per acre to 8.72 units per acre), and (2) overall parking ratio has increased from 3.0 spaces per unit to 3.1 spaces per unit. Commissioner Vierhus noted that Mr. Larry Lagier had served as an Architectural Advisor to the Planning Commission in the past. Commissioner Dickson entered the Council Chambers at 8:48 p.m. No one else wishing to be heard, Commissioner Vierhus moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. 1 Commissioner Dickson inquired of the City Attorney if he could vote on this item, noting that he had reviewed the Staff Comment Sheet and under- stood how the project was being expanded. The City Attorney responded that if he felt he understood the project it would certainly be prudent for him to vote. Chairman Pack noted that she would be abstaining because of a possible conflict of interest. RESOLUTION N0. 1730 Commissioner Vierhus moved that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 1730 recommending that the City Council consider approval of plans, elevations, and development schedule to allow revisions to Phase II of a previously approved townhouse development located on property known as 1871 and 1961 Pollard Road, and 1536 and 1560 More Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/Low- Medium Density Residential) Zoning District (PD 78-16), seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and adopted by the following roll call vote: AYES :_ Commissioners: Campos, Dickson, Samuelson, Vierhus, Kasolas NOES: Commissioners: None ABSENT: Commissioners: None ABSTAIN: Commissioners: Pack MISCELLANEOUS Request Request of Mr. Ray Spafford for an adjustment Spafford, R. in the side yard setback requirement from 9' to 6' to allow construction of a two-story addition to a residence located on property known as 59 Alice Avenue in an R-1 (Single- Family Residential) Zoning District. Mr. Kee stated that staff is recommending approval of the applicant's request for an adjustment in the side yard setback requirement to allow a second-story addition. He noted that the Planning Commission has the authority to reduce the setback requirement on existing single-family residences to a minimum of five feet, and it is the staff's opinion that the construction of the addition would be in keeping with the past reductions of side yards. He further noted that the applicant has submitted a letter signed by the neighbor, who lives closest to the proposed addition, stating that he has no objection to the addition. -12- uest of Mr. Spafford for an Commissioner Samuelson moved that the req ro erty and setback requirement from 9' to 6' to allow adjustment in the side Y addition to a residenCo~j551onernVPerhus construction of a two-story ranted, seconded by known as 59 Alice Avenue be g and unanimously adopted. .~ ;~ :~ Robert L. McKee and Corinthian Request of Mr• to a previously Request House for an extension of time unit McKee, R• approved development schedule for a 105- senior citizens apartment complex located on Corinthian House PD 76-13 property known as 250 Budd Avenue in a P-D (Planned Development/High Density Residential) Zoning District. licant is requesting a reinstatement of the Mr. Kee stated that and elevations, and approval of a new development He noted that Mr. McKee was in the audience if the Commission approval for plans, schedule. uestions. wished to ask any q Palo Alto appeared before the Commission 4 Waverley, Tans at the present time and once Mr. Bob McKee of 193 on revised p however at this to state that he is WOrwill be presented to the Commission, they are complete they royal of an extension for the development ent requirements that must be time all that is needed is aPP schedule. He indicated that FHA has string ne of them is to have one-bedroom units as well as studios. to met and o will need Mr. Kee advised that when revised plans are submitted they Council. be approved by both the Commission and the City Dickson moved that the Commisheduleefor PD 76h13,tseconded Commissioner nt sc Council approve the revised developme adopted. by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously Referral from the City Council, for information only, regarding the Can ino property on Rincon City Council Referral Avenue. Canino Property John Burns., Mr, Kee stated that this was a referral of a letter from r• Housing Authority, for information only. Executive Director of the County Attorney if discussion should Commissioner Vierhus inquired of the City 's time about the site, or if discussion should await forma be held at th'lans. submittal of p Dem stet advised that discussion and comments should e all presented to the Commission. City Attorney P as the item is form Y reserved until such time d that this item had been received and would be filed. Chairman Pack note J, -13- 3 ITEMS BROUGHT UP BY COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Dickson expressed his concern regarding the budget cutbacks as a result of Proposition 13. He stated he felt since the Planning Commission handles so many mandated items that all city interface would be cut out as a result of the budget cuts. He went on to say that he felt communication between the Planning Commission and the League of California Cities was very important. It was also his understanding that the League was planning to dispose of the yearly Planning Commissioners' Institute. He felt the information gained by the interaction was very valuable to the City and that the City Council should consider this in determining the outcome of the budget. Mr. Kee stated he felt the tasks of the Planning Commission were a little different than those of other commissions and that was an important fact in determining the budget; he stated he has expressed that and would be happy to represent that at the budget sessions. It was the consensus of the Commission that a letter should be sent to the City Council, prior to the budget hearings on September 18, specif- ically outlining the duties of the Planning Commissioners as opposed to other commissioners. Commissioner Kasolas also felt that the benefits of attending League- sponsored activities should be forwarded to the Council; i.e., future of surplus school sites, EIRs, etc. He felt too that the amount of time one spends as a Commissioner should also be taken into consideration. Chairman Pack asked that staff draft a letter, for her review prior to sending to the Council, setting forth the views of the Commissioners. ;4 k Commissioner Vierhus announced that he would not be attending the September lg or October 3 Planning Commission meetings; he had planned to be out of town during that time. J. .V .V ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Kasolas moved that the meeting be adjourned, seconded by Commissioner Samuelson and unanimously adopted. The meeting adjourned at 9:20 p.m. APPROVED: Margaret M. Pack, Chairman ATTEST: Arthur A. Kee RECORDED: Jeannine Wade, Recorder -14-