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Planning Commission Meeting

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · October 23, 2018

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MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION Tuesday, October 23, 2018 4:00 PM AFTERNOON SESSION ONLY FEW MEMORIAL HALL OF RECORDS COUNCIL CHAMBERS 580 PACIFIC STREET MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Commissioners Present: Dawson, Brassfield, Fletcher, Millich, Reed Commissioners Absent: Latasa Staff Members Present: Community Development Director Cole, Recording Secretary Leinen CALL TO ORDER Chair Dawson called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. CONSENT ITEMS Approval of Minutes 1. October 9, 2018 ACTION: Approved as submitted. Commissioner Reed made a motion to approve the minutes. Commissioner Brassfield seconded the motion. On a motion by Commissioner Reed, seconded by Commissioner Brassfield, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission approved the minutes: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Dawson, Brassfield, Fletcher, Millich, Reed NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Latasa ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ***End of Consent Agenda*** PUBLIC COMMENTS None. PUBLIC HEARING 2. Approve 200 Glenwood Circle; Mitigated Negative Declaration ER-18-0225, and Use Permit PA-17-0504 for a New 4-Story, 40-Unit Senior Independent Living Apartment Building and Site Improvements; Applicant Douglas Roberts, AIA; Owner P Monterey LP; Planned Community Zoning District; Medium Density Residential General Plan Land Use Designation ACTION: Continued to November 13, 2018. Staff Presentation/Commissioner Questions Kimberly Cole said the City received two letters yesterday (Better Neighborhoods and Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday, October 23, 2018 California Native Plant Society) and recommended that the Commission continue the public hearing to the following meeting to allow staff time to respond. Ms. Cole answered Commissioners’ questions. Commissioner Comments Commissioner Millich asked for clarification regarding CEQA requirements of the project as the original Park Lane project was approved in the 1960’s before CEQA was in place. Commissioner Millich made a motion to continue the item to November 13, 2018. Commissioner Reed seconded the motion. On a motion by Commissioner Millich, seconded by Commissioner Reed, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission continued the item to November 13, 2018: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Dawson, Brassfield, Fletcher, Millich, Reed NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Latasa ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None 3. Approve 18 Lower Ragsdale; Permit Amendment PA-18-0266 to Amend UP-11-048 to Allow Modifications to an Existing Personal Wireless Service Facility; Applicant James Phillips with MASTEC Network Solutions; Owner Moore Evans General Partnership; IR- 150-D2 Zoning District; Industrial General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15301, Class 1 ACTION: Adopted a resolution approving PA-18-0266 to amend UP-11-048 to allow modifications to an existing Personal Wireless Service facility. Staff Presentation/Commissioner Questions Ms. Cole presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioners’ questions. Ms. Cole introduced Tyler Brown of Best Best and Krieger and Lee Afflerbach of CTC Technology and Energy, both present via telephone. Ms. Cole thanked applicant, James Phillips of MASTEC Network Solutions, for signing a tolling agreement with the City. Applicant James Phillips, MASTEC Network Solutions on behalf of AT&T, said the antenna needs to be removed and replaced because it is a GSM antenna made for early 2000’s technology. He also said the large, outdated cabinet being removed will be replaced with a unit the size of a shoe rack and that the co-ax will be removed and replaced with fiber. Mr. Phillips said the new unit will provide a new, cutting-edge broadband communication frequency for first responders on a large, already existing system. In response to Commissioner Millich’s question, Mr. Phillips said the network will be a proprietary network for first responders. In response to Commissioner Brassfield’s question, Mr. Phillips said the technology can be available to first responders via an in-vehicle console. In response to Chair Dawson’s question, Mr. Phillips confirmed that the proposed antenna is a 4G LTE antenna, however, it would not be for use by the public. He also said the antennas would be powered off when replaced and that standing directly in front of them would be extremely harmful but the exposure level from the ground is 34% of the maximum exposure level for the FCC. In response to Commissioner Fletcher’s question, Mr. Phillips said the antenna is tilted to ensure the right area is being caught because if it were pointed straight out the rays would go too far and in the wrong direction. In response to Commissioner Brassfield’s question, Mr. Phillips said the antenna is made to Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday, October 23, 2018 2 Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday, October 23, 2018 project from the front and that any workers on the roof would see colored, metal warning signs required by the FCC. He also referred to the requirements for signage in the RF report. Mr. Phillips said cellular sites are turned off quite frequently for building maintenance reasons such as roofing and plumbing. Public Comments Jean Rasch, Monterey Vista Neighborhood, asked staff if any letters of complaint were received and whether there are residents in a close proximity to the site. Ms. Cole said no letters were received and that residents are not located in a close proximity. Ms. Rasch spoke of a cellular application that was previously reviewed by the City for the location at 1340 Munras Avenue and said the current application and the site location seem appropriate. Commissioner Comments Commissioner Reed made a motion to adopt a resolution approving PA-18-0266 to amend UP-11-048 to allow modifications to an existing Personal Wireless Service facility. Commissioner Millich seconded the motion. On a motion by Commissioner Reed, seconded by Commissioner Millich, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission Adopted a resolution approving PA-18-0266 to amend UP-11-048 to allow modifications to an existing Personal Wireless Service facility: AYES: 5 COMMISSIONERS: Dawson, Brassfield, Fletcher, Millich, Reed NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Latasa ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None COMMISSIONERS COMMENTS Commissioner Fletcher said he is glad to see the mural reinstalled at the Conference Center. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS 4. Planning Office Update  Report received.  Commissioner Brassfield asked about the vacancy on the Planning Commission and Ms. Cole said the subcommittee is meeting this week. Chair Dawson said he has attended two meetings so far and no decisions have been made. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4:36 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Kimberly Cole Chair Community Development Director Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday, October 23, 2018 3

Agenda

Planning Commission Agenda Commissioners Mike Dawson, Chair AFTERNOON SESSION Terry Latasa, Vice Chair Mike Brassfield ONLY Daniel Fletcher Stephen Millich Tuesday, October 23, 2018 Hansen Reed 580 Pacific Street Council Chambers 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Monterey, California The Planning Commission will conduct a field trip on Monday, October 22, 2018 to review the Tuesday, October 23, 2018 Planning Commission meeting agenda. The field trip will depart from the field behind Colton Hall at 4 PM. For information, call (831) 646-3885. Date Posted: October 19, 2018. ***Afternoon Session Agenda*** 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. MEETING PROCEDURES CALL TO ORDER CONSENT ITEMS CONSENT ITEMS allow for a review of those items recommended for approval on consent or recommended to be continued, tabled or withdrawn, etc. Consent items consist of those items which are routine and for which a staff recommendation has been prepared. A member of the public or a Commissioner may request that an item recommended for approval on consent be heard on the regular agenda for further discussion. Approval of Minutes 1. October 9, 2018 ***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 200 Glenwood Circle; Mitigated Negative Declaration ER-18-0225, and Use Permit PA-17-0504 for a New 4-Story, 40-Unit Senior Independent Living Apartment Building and Site Improvements; Applicant Douglas Roberts, AIA; Owner P Monterey LP; Planned Community Zoning District; Medium Density Residential General Plan Land Use Designation 3. Approve 18 Lower Ragsdale; Permit Amendment PA-18-0266 to Amend UP-11-048 to Allow Modifications to an Existing Personal Wireless Service Facility; Applicant James Phillips with MASTEC Network Solutions; Owner Moore Evans General Partnership; IR-150-D2 Zoning District; Industrial General Plan Land Use Designation; Exempt from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15301, Class 1 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. 4. 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- Planning Commission Tuesday, October 23, 2018 2 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 Oct 24 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM Oct 25 Council Subcommittee BCC, Council Chamber - 2:00 PM Nov 1 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Nov 6 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Nov 7 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Nov 8 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM Nov 8 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Nov 13 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Nov 15 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Nov 15 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 7:00 PM Nov 20 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Nov 21 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Nov 27 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Dec 4 Council Regular Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 PM Dec 5 Architectural Review Committee Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Dec 5 Library Board Meeting, Library Community Room - 5:00 PM Dec 6 Zoning Administrator Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Dec 11 Planning Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm Dec 13 MP Regional Water Authority Meeting, TBD - 7:00 PM Dec 13 Historic Preservation Commission Meeting, Council Chamber - 4:00 pm MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-3885 Planning Commission Tuesday, October 23, 2018 3

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