Planning Commission Meeting

Name: Planning Commission Meeting — Monterey, CA
Start: 2017-11-28T16:00:00
End: 2017-11-28T18:00:00
Location: Monterey, CA

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · November 28, 2017

Agenda Minutes Packet

Minutes

MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, November 28, 2017 4:00 PM AFTERNOON SESSION ONLY FEW MEMORIAL HALL OF RECORDS COUNCIL CHAMBERS 580 Pacific Street MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Commissioners Present: Millich, Dawson, Brassfield, Ezekiel, Fletcher, Latasa, Reed Commissioners Absent: None Staff Members Present: Acting Community Development Director Cole, Housing & Community Development Manager Caraker, Recording Secretary Leinen CALL TO ORDER Chair Millich called the meeting to order at 4:01 p.m. CONSENT ITEMS Commissioner Reed made a motion to approve the Consent Items. Commissioner Fletcher seconded the motion. Commissioner Latasa abstained from voting due to his absence from the October 24, 2017 meeting. On a motion by Commissioner Reed, seconded by Commissioner Fletcher, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission approved the CONSENT ITEMS: AYES: 6 COMMISSIONERS: Millich, Dawson, Brassfield, Ezekiel, Fletcher, Reed NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Latasa RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Approval of Minutes 1. October 24, 2017 ACTION: Approved as submitted. ***End of Consent Agenda*** PUBLIC COMMENTS Pat Venza, Monterey Vista Neighborhood Association Vice President, said a large majority of the Monterey Vista neighborhood is opposed to the proposed 13 personal wireless service (PWS) facilities that will be reviewed by the Planning Commission in January. She also said these proposals are just the beginning and that there should be a plan to deal with the visual blight and other concerns of the neighborhood. Nina Beety spoke about the City’s PWS Ordinance, Senate Bill 649, PWS facility proposals in various municipalities, and Verizon’s proposal for 13 PWS facilities to be reviewed by the Planning Commission in January. She expressed concern regarding approval of the proposals leading to more PWS facilities in multiple neighborhoods, the potential for blight, impacts to real Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday, November 28, 2017 estate, and a lack of proof of a gap in coverage. Ms. Beety provided the Planning Commission with a California Association of Realtors Seller Property Questionnaire. Hans Jannasch, Monterey Vista Neighborhood Association President, said well over 300 people have spoken out against the PWS proposals and a few are in support or ambivalent. He said the proposed projects are the tip of the iceberg and the neighborhood is looking to the Planning Commission for direction on dealing with the proposed PWS facilities. Mr. Jannasch said the neighborhood is also working hard to get underground utilities, so it is critical to address the issue. He suggested the use of fiber optic cables as an alternative. Audrey Thorne, Monterey Vista neighborhood resident, spoke of two So-Cal Edison fires in Southern California in 2007 and 2011 that were caused by the combination of co-location of facilities on utility poles, termite rot, and wind. She expressed concern with these issues and Monterey Vista neighborhood’s location in the middle of a forest. Ms. Thorne suggested that a budget be set aside for an independent company to inspect poles for damage. She provided photographs to the Planning Commission for review. Robert Ashmore said he has never had a problem with Verizon service in the years he has lived in the Monterey Vista neighborhood. He expressed concern with home values and blight and asked the Planning Commission to take a strong look at the proposals before approving them. Michael Royster, educator at Monterey High School, said he would like the Downtown Noise Ordinance to be put on the agenda and amended as the Bull and Bear Restaurant is being discriminated against. Mr. Royster spoke about the mixed-use nature of the building and the need for balance of the sounds and music coming from all the different establishments in the Downtown area. PUBLIC HEARING 2. Approve 860 Wave Street; Use Permit 17-0428 for a Commercial Recreation and Entertainment Use (Outdoor 18 Hole Miniature Golf Course); Applicant April Montgomery; Owner Cannery Row Company; C-2 Zoning District; Exempt from CEQA Requirements per Article 19, Section 15303, Class 3 ACTION: Continued to December 12, 2017. Elizabeth Caraker said the applicant has requested to continue the item to the December 12, 2017 meeting to allow time to address neighbor conflicts that have arisen. Commissioner Fletcher made a motion to continue the item to December 12, 2017. Commissioner Reed seconded the motion. On a motion by Commissioner Fletcher, seconded by Commissioner Reed, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission continued the item to December 12, 2017: AYES: 7 COMMISSIONERS: Millich, Dawson, Brassfield, Ezekiel, Fletcher, Latasa, Reed NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 28, 2017 2 Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday, November 28, 2017 COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS Commissioner Latasa apologized for his absence over the past couple months due to a combination of canceled meetings and vacation, and said he will be present for upcoming meetings. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS 3. Planning Office Update  Update received. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4:25 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Elizabeth Caraker, AICP Chair Housing & Community Development Manager Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday, November 28, 2017 3

Agenda

Planning Commission Commissioners Agenda Stephen Millich, Chair Mike Dawson, Vice Chair AFTERNOON SESSION Mike Brassfield ONLY Samuel Ezekiel Daniel Fletcher Tuesday, November 28, 2017 Terry Latasa 580 Pacific Street Hansen Reed Council Chambers 4:00 PM Monterey, California FIELD TRIP The Planning Commission will conduct a field trip on Monday, November 27, 2017 to review the Tuesday, November 28, 2017 Planning Commission agenda. The field trip will depart from the field behind Colton Hall at 4:00 p.m. For more information, please call 831-646- 3885. Date Posted: November 22, 2017 CALL TO ORDER MEETING PROCEDURES Approval of Minutes 1. October 24, 2017 ***End of Consent Agenda*** PUBLIC COMMENTS PUBLIC COMMENTS. At this time, the public may speak for a maximum of three minutes on any subject which is within the jurisdiction of the Monterey Planning Commission and which is not on the agenda. Any person or group desiring to bring an item to the attention of the Commission may do so during Public Comments or by addressing a letter of explanation to the Commission, City Hall, Monterey, CA 93940. Public Comments are taken during the afternoon session and continued at the evening session. Individuals may choose to speak once for up to three minutes at either session, but not both. PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARINGS are required by law for certain actions. You are welcome to offer your comments after being recognized by the Chair. The Chair may limit the time allocated to each speaker. Project representation is encouraged. 2. Approve 860 Wave Street; Use Permit 17-0428 for a Commercial Recreation and Entertainment Use (Outdoor 18 Hole Miniature Golf Course); Applicant April Montgomery; Owner Cannery Row Company; C-2 Zoning District; Exempt from CEQA Requirements per Article 19, Section 15303, Class 3 COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS COMMISSIONERS may ask a question for clarification, make a brief announcement or make a brief report on his or her activities. In addition, a Commissioner may provide a referral to staff or other resources for factual information, request staff to report back to the body at a subsequent meeting concerning any City matter, or direct staff to place a request to agendize a matter of business on a future agenda. (G.C. 54954.2) INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS supply information on activities or announcements and may request clarification or direction regarding the scheduling of meetings and study sessions. 3. Planning Office Update ADJOURNMENT ADJOURNMENT — The general policy of the Planning Commission is that the Afternoon Session will end no later than 5:30 p.m. and the Evening Session will end no later than 11:00 p.m. Any public agenda items that have not been completed within the designated adjournment time may be formally extended by the Commission, or continued to the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission Meeting, or continued to a Special Meeting. Agenda packets may be reviewed by the public in the Monterey Public Library, in the Planning Office, or on the web at http://www.monterey.org beginning late Friday afternoon prior to the date of the meeting. Members of the public have the right to address the Commission on any Agenda items. The Chair will formally open the floor for public comment. However, if you wish to speak to items during "Consent Agenda" or "Staff Informational Report," please advise the staff or the Chair prior to the action on that item and you will be recognized. Notification as much in advance as possible is appreciated. Information distributed to the Commission at the meeting becomes part of the public record. A copy of written material, pictures, etc. should be provided to the Secretary for this purpose. Planning Commission decisions may be appealed within ten (10) days from the date of the decision on forms available in the Planning Division during business hours. When the tenth day falls on a weekend or a holiday, the appeal deadline date is the next working day following the holiday or weekend. An appeal fee will apply. For more agenda information, call the Planning Office at (831) 646-3885. Planning Commission Meetings are cable cast live and videotaped for replay on Monterey's Government Access Channel 25 by Access Monterey Peninsula (AMP). CITY OF MONTEREY'S 24-HOUR SUGGESTION HOTLINES: Voicemail: (831) 646-3799 FAX: (831) 646-3793 Email: suggest@monterey.org WebPage: http://www.monterey.org The City of Monterey is committed to including the disabled in all of its services, programs and activities. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (831) 646- 3935. Notification 30 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II]. Later requests will be accommodated to the extent feasible. For communication-related assistance, dial 711 to use the California Relay Service (CRS) to speak to City offices. CRS offers free text-to-speech, speech-to-speech, and Spanish-language services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you require a hearing amplification device to attend a meeting, dial 711 to use CRS to talk to the City Clerk's Office at (831) 646-3935 to coordinate use of a device. UPCOMING MEETINGS AT CITY HALL Nov 30 Neighborhood Improvement Program Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM Dec 4 Museums and Cultural Arts Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Dec 4 MP Regional Water Authority TAC Meeting, Council Chamber - 10:30 AM Dec 5 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Dec 6 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Planning Commission Tuesday, November 28, 2017 2 Dec 6 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM Dec 7 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Dec 12 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Dec 14 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Dec 14 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM Dec 19 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Dec 20 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Dec 21 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Dec 21 PRC Meeting Cancellation Notice, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM Jan 2 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Jan 16 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Jan 18 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM Jan 24 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM Feb 15 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM Feb 28 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-3885 Planning Commission Tuesday, November 28, 2017 3

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