PC Min 08/19/1976PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF CAMPBELL, CALIFORNTA
THURSDAY, 7;30 P.M. MINUTES AUGUST 19, 1976
The Planning Commission of the City of Campbell convened this
day in regular session, at the regular meeting place, the
Council Chambexs of the City Hall, ?5 North Central Avenue,
Campbell, California.
ROLL CALL Commissioners: Campos, Dickson,
Present Pack, Chairman Lubeckis; Secretary
Arthur A. Kee; Senior Planner Bruce
R. Powell; City Attorney J, Robert
Dempster; Engineering Manager Bill
Helms; Recorder Phyllis Acker
Absent Commissioners: Hebard, Samuelson
MINUTES Commissioner moved that the minutes
of the August 5, 1976 meeting be
approved as received, seconded by
Commissioner Dickson and unanimously
adopted.
COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Kee reported that the only
communications received relate to
specific items on the agenda and
will be taken up at the time the
appropriate item is discussed.
ARCHITECTURAL APPROVALS
"S" 76-20 Commissioner Pack reported that the
Kawahara, Lee Architectural Review Committee met
Carl N. Swenson with Mr. Kawahara and recommends approval
Company of his application on behalf of the Carl
N. Swenson Company for approval of plans
to construct a third-floor addition to an
office building located on property known
as 700 West Hamilton Avenue in a C-2-S
(General Commercial) Zoning District
subject to the conditions recommended
by staff and with the added condition
to indicate the. redesign of the parking
area.
The center strip will be used for compact cars and the applicant
is in agreement with the conditions.
Commissioner Dickson moved that "S" 76-20 be approved subject to
the conditions recommended by staff and with the addition of
condition No. 6 to read: "Parking layout to be revised as
indicated on Exhibit "A".
Motion seconded by Commissioner Pack and unanimously adopted.
1. Property to be fenced and landscaped as indicated and as added
in "red" on plans.
2. Revised landscape plan indicating type of plant material,
location of hose bibs or sprinkler system and type of
fencing to be submitted for approval of the Planning
Director at time of application for building permit.
3, Landscaping shall be maintained in accordance with the
approved landscape plan.
4. Faithful performance bond in the amount of $3,000 to be
posted to insure landscaping, fencing and striping of
parking area within .three (3) months of completion of
construction, or applicant may file written agreement
to complete landscaping, fencing and striping of parking
area prior to final Building Department clearance.
5, All mechanical equipment located on roofs shall be screened
as approved by the Planning Director.
6, Parking layout to be revised as indicated on Exhibit "A".
The applicant is notified as part of this application that he is
required to meet the following conditions in accordance with
Ordinances of the City of Campbell.
A. All parking and driveway areas to be developed in compliance
with Section 21.50 of the Campbell Municipal Code. All park-
ing 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 Build-
ing Department.
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 establish-
ments.
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F. Trash container(s) of a size and quantity necessary to serve the
development 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 meet all State requirements for the handicapped.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT
H. Roof covering (not shown) shall be one hour. Table 17-A.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
I. File and process parcel map.
J. Balance of storm drainage area fee at $765 per acre.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
K. Provide an automatic fire extinguishing system if other than
Type I (one) construction.
L. Provide a manual fire alarm system.
M. Provide "2ABC" fire extinguishers.
The applicant is notified that he shall comply with all applicable
Codes or Ordinances of the City of Campbell which pertain to this
development and are not herein specified.
"S" 76-21 Application of Mr. Norman Coleman for
Coleman, Norman approval of plans to construct a four-
unit apartment building on property
known as 620 Gamma Court in a R-2-S
(Multiple Family/Medium Density
Residential) Zoning District.
Commissioner Pack reported that the applicant did not appear at
the Architectural Review Committee meeting, and unless the appli-
cant is in the audience, the committee would recommend the con-
tinuance of "S" 76-21 to the next regular meeting.
Chairman Lubeckis asked if the applicant was present. He was not.
Mr. Kee stated that the staff would recommend approval of the
proposed development subject to the conditions outlined in the
staff report. However, the Architectural Review Committee did
have some questions they wished to discuss with the applicant
and the staff would concur with-the continuance recommendation.
Commissioner Dickson moved that "S" 76-21 be continued to the
September 2, 1976 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Pack and
unanimously adopted.
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"S" 76-22 Application of Mr. Russell Matesso, on
Matesso, Russell behalf of the Prune Yard, for approval
of plans to convert existing regular
size parking stalls to compact size
parking stalls on property known as
1865 and 1901 South Bascom Avenue in
a C~2-S and C-2-0 (General Commercial)
Zoning District.
Mr. Kee reported that the staff recommends approval of the revi-
sion to the parking at the Prune Yard. The applicant would put
a slurry seal over the parking area and restripe the entire area.
The code has been amended to allow for up to 30$ of the parking
area to be used for compact stalls.
Commissioner Pack stated that the Architectural Review Committee
agreed tv the approval of the application in accord with the
staff recommendation. However, the final circulation plan is to
be approved by the Director of Public Works.
Mr. Helms advised that the Public Works Department is in agreement
with the condition.
Commissioner Dickson moved that "S" 76-22 be approved subject to
the conditions recommended by staff and the added condition to
read: "The final circulation plan to be approved by the Public
Works Director."
Motion seconded by Commissioner Pack and unanimously adopted.
1. Approval of all spaces east of the Towers buildings subject
to the following conditions:
a. No parking shall be allowed adjacent to fire hydrants.
1. Hydrant at northwest corner of complex by "Daisy Bug".
2. Hydrant at Gran Plaza by "Stough Gifts".
b. Replace old hydrant with new "76" type across from Bank
of America.
c. "No Parking-Fire Lane" shall be painted: on the east curb
of the northbound driveway.
1. On the curbs of the driveways by the Gran Plaza and
by Pool, Patio and Things.
2. The final circulation plan to be approved by the Public Works
Director.
Chairman Lubeckis introduced Joseph Elliott, the Public Works
Director, and on behalf of the Commission welcomed him to the
Planning Commission meetings.
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"S" 76-23 Application of Mr. F. James Miller,
Miller, F. James on behalf of the U-Save Rockery, for
U-Save Rockery approval of plans to construct a
rockery on property known as 500
Railway Avenue in a M-2-S (Heavy
Industrial) Zoning District.
Mr. Kee reported that the staff recommends approval of the
application subject to the conditions outlined in the staff
report.
Commissioner Pack referred to condition #5 in the staff report
which requires the xemoval of existing ConMat roof sign. It
was the committee's recommendation that the roof sign be painted
out and she asked Mr. Miller if he had any further comments
regarding this sign.
Mr. F. James Miller, representing U-Save Rockery, advised that
this condition deals with a ConMat sign. The sign is in an area
which is not going to be utilized by U-Save-the building that has
the sign on it is under separate ownership. Mr. Miller requested
that condition No. 5 be deleted from the conditions of approval.
He stated that they would be willing to work with the City to
see what can be done about the removal of the sign.
Commissioner Pack stated that the landscaping was discussed at
the committee meeting and it was requested that the landscaping
be continued from the subject site to the mobile home park.
This would coordinate the landscaping across the entire property
and the landscaping will be seen from the freeway. The applicant
did indicate that he was in>favor of this condition.
Mr. Miller stated that they would have no objection to the condi-
tion of continuing the landscaping to the mobile home park for
continuity.
After discussion on the ConMat sign, City Attorney Dempster
advised that the City is in no position to force the applicant
to do something about a sign over which he has no control.
Commissioner Dickson recommended that condition No. 5 be deleted.
Commissioner Dickson moved that "S" 76-23 be approved subject to
the conditions recommended by staff, with the deletion of condi-
tion No. 5, seconded by Commissioner Campos.
Mr. Miller stated that he had discussed condition H with Mr.
Leonardi, of the Fire Department, and was advised this condition
was a code requirement, and this will be worked out with the Fire
Department and Water Company.
Motion adopted unanimously.
1. Landscape plan indicating type of plant material, location of
hose bibs or sprinkler system and type of fencing to be sub-
mitted for approval of the Planning Director at time of
application for building permit.
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2. Landscaping shall be maintained in accordance with the approved
landscape plan.
3. Faithful performance bond in the amount of $3,000 to be posted
to insure landscaping, fencing and striping of parking area
within (3) months of completion of construction, or applicant
may file written agreement to complete landscaping, fencing
and striping of parking area prior to final Building Department
clearance.
4. All mechanical equipment located on roofs shall be screened as
approved by the Planning Director.
The applicant is notified as part of this application that he is
required to meet the fallowing conditions in accordance with
Ordinances of the City of Campbell.
A. All parking and driveway areas to be developed in compliance
with Section 21.50 of the Campbell Municipal Code. All park-
ing 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 Build-
ing Department.
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 estab-
lishments.
F. Trash container(s) of a size and quantity necessary to serve
the development 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 meet all State requirements for the handicapped.
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FTRE DEPARTMENT
H. Provide one on-site fire hydrant. Sec. 13.301 (c) U.F.C.
T. Provide "2ABC" fire extinguishers. Sec. 13.301 (b) U.F.C.
J. Remove all underground (abandoned) gasoline tanks.
Sec. 15.217 (d) U.F.C.
The applicant is notified that he shall comply with all applicable
Codes or Ordinances of the City of Campbell which pertain to this
development and are not herein specified.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
V 76-3 This is the time and place for public
Goguen, R. hearing to consider the request of
M.M.P. Precision Mr. R. Goguen, on behalf of M.M.P.
Precision, for a variance to allow
a reduction in the required side
yard setback of 50 feet to 20 feet
(as required by Section 21.30.080
of the Campbell Municipal Code) for
construction of a new building to be
located on property known as 1610
Dell Avenue in a CM:B-80 (Controlled
Manufacturing) Zoning District.
Chairman Lubeckis asked Mr. Kee for his comments.
Mr. Kee advised that the staff recommends approval of the requested
variance based on the following reasons:
1. The unique shape of the lot makes the site layout very
awkward using the standard CM setback.
2. This variance will not be materially detrimental to the
public welfare or injurious to property and improvements in
the district in which the property is located.
The subject property is an irregular flag-shaped lot with an
average width of 176 feet. Staff is aware of no other lot in
the CM Zone with this unusual shape and .considers this parcel
unique. Granting this variance would give relief to the
applicant without setting a precedent that would have to be
repeated for other lots in this zoning district.
Commissioner Dickson asked Mr. Kee to point out the uses that
surround the property.
Mr. Kee advised that the entire property is surrounded by Flood
Control property, with the exception of the street side.
Chairman Lubeckis declared the public hearing open and asked if
anyone wished to speak for or against the requested variance.
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There being no one present wishing to be heard, Commissioner Pack
moved that the public hearing be closed, seconded Say Commissioner
Campos and unanimously adopted.
RESOLUTION NO.. 1531 Commissioner Rack moved that Resolution
No. 1531 be adopted approving V 76-3
(application of R. Goguen) based on the
findings that the requested variance is
in accordance with the checklist for
granting variances, the unique.- shape
of the lot makes the site layout very
awkward using the standard CM setback
and that this variance will not be
materially detrimental to the public
welfare or injurious to property and
improvements in the district in which
the property is located.
Motion seconded by Commissioner Campos and adopted by the follow-
ing roll call vote:
AYES: Commissioners: Campos, Dickson, Pack, Chairman Lubeckis
NOES: Commissioners: None
ABSENT: Commissioners: Hebard, Samuelson
"S" 76-16 Application of Mr. Norman C. Garcia,
Garcia, Norman C. and the Creative Design Company, for
approval of plans to construct an
industrial building on property known
as 1610 Dell Avenue in a CM:B-80
(Controlled Manufacturing) Zoning
District.
Mr. Kee advised that the staff recommends approval of the application
subject to the conditions outlined in the staff report.
Commissioner Pack reported that the Architectural Review Committee
recommends approval as recommended by staff and the applicant is in
agreement with all the conditions.
There is a space for 21 parking stalls which will be held in reserve
and which will be landscaped at this time. The elevation plans
looked very good and the Architectural Advisor stated that the
plans reflect a clean simple design.
Commissioner Pack moved that "S"
conditions recommended by staff,
and unanimously adopted.
76-16 be approved subject to the
seconded Dy Commissioner Campos
1. Approval of "V" 763.
2. Owner to sign an agreement satisfactory to the City Attorney,
stating that additional parking will be provided, as shown on
the site plan, if the Planning Commission determines that a
need exists.
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3. Property to be fenced and graded in accordance with Santa
Clara Valley Water District specifications.
4. Property to be fenced and landscaped as indicated and as
added in "red" on plans.
5. Landscape plan indicating type of plant material, location
of hose bibs or sprinkler system and type of fencing to be
submitted for approval of the Planning Director at time of
application for building permit.
6. Landscaping shall be maintained in accordance with the
approved landscape plan.
7. Faithful performance bond in the amount of $3,000 to be
posted to insure landscaping, fencing and striping of
parking area within three (3) months of completion of
construction, or applicant may file written agreement
to complete landscaping, fencing and striping of parking
area prior to final Building Department clearance.
8. All mechanical equipment located on roofs shall be screened
as approved by the Planning Director.
The applicant is notified as part of this application that he is
required to meet the following conditions in accordance with
Ordinances of the City of Campbell.
A. All parking and driveway areas to be developed in compliance
with Section 21.50 of the Campbell Municipal Code. All park-
ing 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.
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 al.l single
family dwellings, multiple apartment units, to all commercial,
business, industrial, manufacturing, and construction
establishments.
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F. Trash container(s) of a size and quantity necessary to serve
the development 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. A11 enclosures to be constructed at
grade level.
G. Applicant shall meet all State requirements for the handi-
capped.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
H. Pay storm drainage area fee @ $765/acre.
I. Obtain excavation permit for driveway.
J. Provide storm drainage plan for review and approval of City
Engineer.
FIRE DEPARTMENT
K. Provide an automatic fire extinguishing system.
L. Provide a "2ABC" fire extinguisher for each leased space.
M. Entry gate shall be provided with the means of rapid entry,
e.g.,soft lead lock, light chain, etc., so fire engines will
not be impaired in gaining entry to grounds.
The applicant is notified that he shall 'comply with all applicable
Codes or Ordinances of the City of Campbell which pertain to this
development and are not herein specified.
UP 75-1 This is the time and place for public
Ruffenach, Karen hearing to hear evidence on the con-
sideration of revocation of Use Permit
75-1, boarding home for the aged, (6
ambulatory persons) on property known as
1285 West Campbell Avenue in a R-2-S
(Multiple .Family-Medium Density Residential)
Zoning District.
Chairman Lubeckis asked Mr. Kee for his comments.
Mr, Kee advised that this item .was noticed for public hearing at
the request o€ the Fire Marshal for consideration of the revocation
of the use permit. The staff recommends that the Planning Commission
review the comments of the Fire Marshal and rise permit holder, Karen
Ruffenach, and render a decision.
Chairman Lubeckis asked for Fire Marshal Leonardi's comments.
Mr. Leonardi stated that the property at 1285 West Campbell Avenue
is being used as a residential care home for up to six ambulatory
aged guests. The lower half of the fourplex has been converted
to the residential care home and the upper level is still being
rented out a~ apartment units. The applicant is operating without
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a fire clearance from the Fire Department in violation of the
staffing requirement set forth in Section 1.05, Title 19 of the
California Administrative Code. The applicant does not have a
staff member on the premises 24 hous a day. At night time the
one staff member is located in a separate building. The appli-
cant is also using the building at 1285 West Campbell Avenue to
feed the guests from an adjacent residential care home, located
at 1265 West Campbell Avenue and which is operating without a
valid use permit. Tt is on this basis that the Fire Department
recommends that the use permit be revoked. The applicant is in
violation of the law.
Chairman Lubeckis asked if the .applicant wished to be heard.
Mr. James Ruffenach, husband of the applicant, stated that a
year ago the two places were licensed by the Fire Department,
the Social Services, and the Planning Commission granted a
use permit for 1285 West Campbell Avenue. He stated that at
that time, before he made the investment in the property, he
went to the various agencies and received approval and now a
year later the Fire Department comes out and condemns the
property. He stated that it is not unusual to have the person
in charge at night sleeping in another building; in fact, the
Social Services representative said this was a good idea. They
do have an intercom system that can be used by the people in
the home to call in case of an emergency. The people living
there are ambulatory and can walk and get around by themselves.
He stated that he understands that it is the Fire Marshal's job
to uphold the laws, but he could not understand why this is
happening now, after he has invested in the property and worked
at it for over a year.
He stated that at night time there are usually two persons in
the upstairs apartment, but that he actually pays one person
to stay at night, and that, according to the Social Services
Department is sufficient. He stated that he would like to
have a continuance in order to consult his attorney to find
out if there is something that he can do to save the occupancy.
Commissioner Campos asked Mr. Ruffenach if the two people in
attendance at night were professional people. Mr. Ruffenach
stated that they are not required to hire professional people.
The people living in the home are ambulatory and could live in
an apartment or house, but they are not able to cook and take
care of themselves properly.
Mr. Carl Evans, 2305 South Winchester Boulevard, stated that his
mother is in the home and although she is 84 years of age she is
quite capable of coming and going on her own, but is not able to
take care of herself and cook properly. He stated that she is
gefiting good care at this home, and if the occupancy permit is
revoked, he will have a hard time finding another place for her.
He stated that the building is safe and clean or he would not
have his mother there.
Mr. Kee advised the Commission that the use permit was granted
for 1285 West Campbell Avenue subject to four conditions and
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condition No. 1 states, "Applicant shall obtain Fire Department
permit to operate an institutional occupancy" and condition No. 2
states, "Building must comply with provisions of the California
Administrative Code Title - 19".
There is a law that requires that someone be there 24 hous a day
and that requirement i5 not within the realm of the Commission
and not for discussion by the Commission. The Commission should
consider whether or not the applicant is complying with the con-
ditions of the use permit and Mr. Leonardi is saying that the
applicant is not complying.
City Attorney Dempster advised that this matter could be continued
for 30 days and in that time a meeting could be held with the appli-
cant and his attorney, the Fire Marshal, Planning Director and
himself to try and resolve the matter.
Commissioner Dickson asked if both locations were included in the
original application.
Mr. Ruffenach stated that he did not think so. He came down to
get a use permit for the first building and a week later he
acquired the other building, and he forgot about a use permit
for that building. However, he did have the Fire Department,
Health Department and Social Services Department out for
clearance.
Commissioner Dickson stated. that use permits are granted to permit
someone to do something that is not ordinarily allowed, and this
is a new piece of information.
City Attorney Dempster advised the applicant that he should go to
the Planning Department and process an application for a use permit
for the second building.
Fire Marshal Leonardi stated that he did meet with Mrs. Ruffenach
and did have discussion about the people living next door. He
called the State about their requirements for residential care
homes and also the Health Department. He stated that one thing
he would like to make clear is that he is acting as an agent for
the Social Services Department. As a part of their clearance they
state that residential care homes must have fire clearance and the
fire clearance was denied on the basis "not enough staff". The
State requires that there be a competent staff on duty 24 hours
a day, and when he went back to make the inspection he saw that
the person wasn't staying on the premises, but was living upstairs
in another unit.
'Phe applicant has said that he does not want to comply by having
someone on the premises 24 hours a day. The Fire Department has
said that the person staying upstairs should move downstairs in
the residential care home. The applicant should apply for
another use permit for the residence at 1265 West Campbell and
put a staff person in each building at night. The matter could
be resolved right now if the applicant would agree to put the
staff member in the subject buildings.
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Mr. Ruffenach stated the reason the person has not been in the
home is that the Social Services Department told them this was
the way to do it. He stated that other homes in the area
operate this way.
After further discussion, Commissioner Campos moved that UP 75-1
be continued for 30 days. Motion seconded by Commissioner Dickson
and unanimously adopted.
City Attorney Dempster advised the applicant to contact the
Planning Staff immediately and start processing the use permit
application for 1265 West Campbell Avenue.
UP 76-11 This is the time and place for public
Stellrecht, Karl W. hearing to consider the application
of Mr. Karl W. Stellrecht for a use
permit and approval of plans to
convert an existing residence into an
office building on property known as
2265 South Winchester Boulevard in a
C-2-S (General Commercial) Zoning
District.
Chairman Lubeckis asked for the report of the Architectural Review
Committee.
Commissioner Pack reported that the Architectural Review Committee
discussed this application with the applicant and in view of some
changes in the plans that the applicant is considering, the
committee recommends continuance in order that revised plans can
be submitted. The committee recommends continuance for two weeks.
Mr. Kee advised that the staff is in agreement with the continuance.
Chairman Lubeckis declared the public hearing open.
Commissioner Campos moved that UP 76-11 be continued to the
September 2, 1976 meeting, seconded by Commissioner Pack and
unanimously adopted.
G.P. 76-2-C This is the time and place for continued
public hearing to consider the future
use of the West Valley College Site.
Mr. Kee stated that the staff recommends continuance to the
second Planning Commission meeting in September as staff will
have more information for the Commission at that time.
Commissioner Pack moved that G.P. 76-2-C be continued to
September 2, 1976, seconded by Commissioner Campos.
Commissioner Pack requested that the staff keep in touch with
Dr. Salsbury on the status of the sale of the property.
Mr. Kee advised that staff would direct a letter to Dr. Salsbury
requesting a response as to the status of the property.
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Motion adopted unanimously.
MISCELLANEOUS
Parking Report Survey of Residential Requirements in
other communities.
Chairman Lubeckis asked Mr. Kee for his comments.
Mr. Kee stated that this report was requested by the Commission
at its last meeting and a survey of other cities' parking
requirements has been prepared for the Commission's review.
However, the Commission may wish to continue this item to the
next meeting so the full Commission can review it.
Commissioner Dickson stated that he would like to see more
information incorporated in the survey. He requested that the
staff look at apartment developments in the City to see if there
are problems.
Mr. Kee advised that the staff would review some existing apart-
ment developments and add the information to the report.
Commissioner Pack moved that the Parking Report be continued
to the next regular meeting of the Planning Commission, seconded
by Commissioner Dickson and unanimously adopted.
Capital Improvement Community Development Task Force
Program Recommendations
Mr. Kee stated that this item was continued from the last meeting
so the Commission could review the Community Development Task
Force recommendations and make comments and recommendations to
the City Council.
Commissioner Dickson stated that with regard to No. 8 - Preservation
of Fire Station, he believed that if the original structure could
have been preserved, then it would have significant historical
value. He dial not think, in the case of Fire Station #1, that
this was true. He was of the opinion that it would be more
appropriate to have a plaque on the site-the building that is there
now has no resemblance to the original building.
Commissioner Pack stated that the Civic Improvement Commission is
particularly interested in preserving this building, although they
realize that it would be too costly to maintain as such. Possibly
it could be put to some other use than just a historical building.
It is possible that the building will be removed by the parking
district.
Commissioner Dickson stated that, in his opinion, there was
nothing historical about the present building.
Mr. Helms advised that the City Council has agendized the question
of whether or not the fire station should remain, or whether it
should be considered for another use until such time as the fire
station is relocated. That item has been continued to some future
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date. The staff has made a presentation to the City Council
indicating what the effect would be if the building were to
remain. However, no decision has been made as yet.
Commissioner Campos stated that he would tend to agree with
Commissioner Dickson~s comments. So much depends on the park-
ing district, the cost factor, etc. He stated that he did not
recall that the State has designated this building as a.histori-
cal site. He asked Mr. Kee if this is a referral, or is the
Commission to take any action. -,
Mr. Kee advised that the City Council has asked for comments
on any of the items listed in the Community Development Task
Force recommendations. No recommendations are required.
Commissioner Pack referred to Item No. 4-Housing Rehabilitation,
and asked Mr. Kee if the new position recently approved by the
City Council would come out of the H.C.D. funds and would it
have any impact on the funding for housing rehabilitation.
Mr. Kee stated that, in his opinion, it would have a significant
impact. He advised there would be money from this year's alloca-
tion that would be going toward that person's salary. He stated
that it would be appropriate if the Commission agrees with the
recommendation, that a larger portion should be allocated to
housing rehabilitation.
Commissioner Pack stated that the recommendations as stated
have been very well thought out and she was of the opinion that
the Commission should indicate to the City Council that the items
have been reviewed b,~ the Commission.
Commissioner Dickson referred to Item
John D. Morgan Park. He stated he was
park development along with the school
should be exercised and someone should
range plans to see if the school sites
in the future.
#5-School/Park Development-
in concurrence with the
sites. However, caution
be looking into the long-
are going to be retired
Commissioner Campos referred to No. 1-Parking District and Mall
Development. He stated that his concern was that this should be
within the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission to formulate
future plans.
Commissioner Pack stated that the Planning Commission has no juris-
diction over funding--the purpose of that committee would be to
work on the funding.
The Goals Committee felt that something more ~hoiild he done with
the downtown area and wanted to see a mall development. The
Goals Commitee came up with an on-going committee that would have
representation from various areas-the Planning Commission, down-
town merchants, Chamber of Commerce, etc. to study what kind of
a mall would be the best kind for Campbell and also to gather
funding information.
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Item #'I-Commissioner Campos stated that anytime Citywide
beautification is involved, ha would hope that there will be
communication between the Commissions and that the Planning
Commission will receive input from the Civic improvement
Commission as to the Commission's role in City-wide beautifi-
cation.
Mr. Kee advised that he had been in contact with the Beautification
Committee Chairman and offered to appear before that Committee and
assist them in any way possible and explain the requirements of the
zoning code and the policies of the Planning Commission and City
Council.
Mr. Kee stated that the question of the fire station is coming up
very soon before the Council. The intent of the request from the
City Manager was to get the Commission's comments and he suggested
that the Commission send the comments that have been made on to
the Council and then send future comments if they wish to continue
the item.
Commissioner Dickson moved that the Planning Commissioners'
comments be forwarded on to the City Council with the statement
that further comments will be made at the Commission's next
meeting. Motion seconded by Commissioner Campos and unanimously
adopted.
Historical and Community City Council referral to all Commissions
Facilities on the need for historical and community
Council Referral facilities for the City of Campbell.
Chairman Lubeckis asked Mr ., Kee for his comments.
Mr. Kee advised that during the recent public hearings on the
disposition of the Fire Station #l, it was suggested that it might
be preserved as a historical community facility. The City Council
then directed all advisory commissions to report on the need for
additional facilities and if there is a need where they might be
located. Staff has attached a copy of the October 28th minutes
to the staff report for the Commission's review. Staff recommends
that the Planning Commission make a recommendation as to the need
for additional historical/community facilities and their possible
location.
Commissioner Pack stated that this item has been studied by the
Goals Committee and the other committees and commissions. It
seemed to her that the study should start with the Goals Committee.
Commissioner Dickson stated that as a citizen of Campbell he would
agree that them is a need for historical and community facilities
in Campbell, but he did not agree with the retention of Fire
Station #l. As a Planning Commissioner, he stated that he did
not think there was anything histor~.cally significant with the
fire station as it exists. However, he did think there was
historical significance in the site. He was of the opinion that
the pity did need the facility, but he did not think that Fire
Station #1 was the place for it.
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Commissioner Pack stated that she was in agreement with Commissioner
Dickson's second comment. The Commissioner should make recommenda-
tions on anything that comes up with regard to the zoning ordinance.
Mr. Kee stated that the City does have a Public Facilities Element
of the General Plan and there is no indication at this time that
the Element should be opened for public hearing. Tf new community
facilities are desired, then that would be the time for public
hearing.
Commissioner Campos stated that the City of Campbell is in need
of historical facilities, but he would have strong resergations _.
about the Fire Station #1 being so designated. The cost factor
to the citizens of Campbell would be a consideration.
Commissioner Pack asked about the parking district with regard to
Fire Station #1.
Mr. Helms advised that the staff has made an analysis on the
question of whether or not the fire station should be retained
and, as yet, no recommendation has been made one way or the other.
Some feel strongly that it should be removed and others feel that
it should stay.
After some discussion, Commissioner Dickson moved that the Commission
recommend that the Civic Improvement Commission make recommendations
to the City Council and then the Commission would stand ready to act
on any referrals to the Commission from the City Council. Motion
seconded by Commissioner Pack.
Commissioner Campos questioned whether this was the normal procedure.
If the Civic Improvement Commission refers an item to the City
Council and they approve it, then the Commission would be acting
after the fact. Can the Commission request that before the Council
takes action, that they refer the item to the Planning Commission?
Commissioner Dickson advised that the Council has the right to
approve.
Mr. Kee advised that on any element of the General Plan there
would have to be a public hearing before the Planning Commission
before it could be amended. The fire station is shown on the
Public Facilities Element as a public facility. The City Council
has asked if it should remain at its location, or should it be
removed. This is the first request of the Gity Council and the
other request they have made is whether or not the Commission
feels there is a need for other community facilities. There
are other uses that could go in the fire station that would
comply with the Element, such as a museum.
Motion adopted unanimously.
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Resolution of Comm~.ssioner Dickson moved that the
Appreciation Resolution of Appreciat~,on for
Commissioner Stewart be continued
to the next regular meeting of the
Planning Commission, seconded by
Commissioner Pack and unanimously
adopted.
Committee Chairman Lubeckis announced that this
Appointments item would be continued to the next
regular meeting when the full Commission
will be in attendance.
ADJOURNMENT Gommissioner Pack moved that the
meeting be adjourned, seconded by
Commissioner Campos and unanimously
adopted. Meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
ATTEST:
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APPROVED:
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Phyllis Acker, Recorder
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