Planning Commission Meeting

Name: Planning Commission Meeting — Monterey, CA
Start: 2021-03-23T16:00:00
End: 2021-03-23T18:00:00
Location: Monterey, CA

Regular Meeting

Monterey, CA · March 23, 2021

Agenda Minutes Packet

Minutes

DocuSign Envelope ID: 5B1984C3-B9D9-48C6-8729-D0DD9A42B766 MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION March 23, 2021 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM TELECONFERENCE 580 PACIFIC STREET, COUNCIL CHAMBERS MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA Commissioners Present: Brassfield, Freeman (rejoined at 4:08 p.m.), Dawson, Fletcher, Latasa, Millich, Reed Commissioners Absent: None Staff Members Present: Community Development Director Cole, Housing Analyst Leonard, Associate Planner Sabdo, Recording Secretary Cleary, Administrative Assistant Ziel CALL TO ORDER Chair Brassfield called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. Administrative Assistant Ziel provided information to the public on how to participate and provide public comment during the meeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS None. CONSENT ITEMS Approval of Minutes 2. March 09, 2021 ACTION: Approved as submitted. Recording Secretary Cleary noted the following correction on the March 09, 2021 minutes: in the vote block for the February 23, 2021 PC Minutes, the vote count should be four ayes, two absences, and one abstention. On a motion by Commissioner Reed, seconded by Commissioner Dawson, and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission approved the March 09, 2021 Minutes with the correction noted above: AYES: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Brassfield, Dawson, Millich, Reed NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 COMMISSIONERS: Freeman ABSTAIN: 2 COMMISSIONERS: Fletcher, Latasa RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ***End of Consent Agenda*** PUBLIC HEARING DocuSign Envelope ID: 5B1984C3-B9D9-48C6-8729-D0DD9A42B766 Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday March 23, 2021 Vice Chair Freeman rejoined the teleconference at 4:08 p.m. 3. Consider 400 Cannery Row; Approval of Permit Amendment 21-0012 to Allow a Change in Use from a Jewelry Shop and Specialty Food Market to a Bike Retail Shop With Bike Rentals and Tours; Applicant, Jennifer Blevins; Property Owner, Monterey Plaza Hotel Limited Partnership; VAF Zoning District; Commercial General Plan Designation; Exempt from CEQA Requirements per Article 19, Section 15301, Class 1 ACTION: Adopted a Resolution Approving Permit Amendment 21-0012 to Allow a Change in Use from Jewelry Shop and Speciality Food Market to a Bike Retail Shop with Bike Rentals and Tours at 400 Cannery Row. Staff Presentation/Commissioner Questions Associate Planner Sabdo presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioners’ questions. Commissioner Dawson asked if the Use Permit would be affected by the business offering repairs. Ms. Sabdo confirmed it would not. Commissioner Latasa questioned why this item was not heard by the Zoning Administrator (ZA). Ms. Cole explained ZA meetings have been cancelled due to COVID-19 and all Use Permits and Variances have been reviewed by the Planning Commission during the pandemic. Chair Brassfield asked about current and proposed parking. Ms. Sabdo explained the proposed changes. Chair Brassfield asked if existing parking spaces would be utilized. Ms. Sabdo clarified the Hotel would provide existing spaces and staff would not use on-street parking. Applicant None. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments Vice Chair Freeman spoke in strong support of approval, citing location and quality products. Chair Brassfield suggested tracking bicycle traffic on the Recreation Trail. On a motion by Commissioner Latasa, seconded by Vice Chair Freeman and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission adopted a Resolution approving Permit Amendment 21-0012 to allow a change in use from a jewelry shop and specialty food market to a bike retail shop with bike rentals and tours at 400 Cannery Row: Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday March 23, 2021 2 DocuSign Envelope ID: 5B1984C3-B9D9-48C6-8729-D0DD9A42B766 Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday March 23, 2021 AYES: 7 COMMISSIONERS: Brassfield, Freeman, Dawson, Fletcher, Latasa, Millich, Reed NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None 4. Recommend that the City Council Adopt the 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant Funds and Authorize Submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (Exempt from NEPA per 24 CFR Part 58 and from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15301, Class1, 15306, Class 6 and 15326, Class 26) ACTION: Adopted a Resolution Recommending the City Council Adopt the 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant Funds and Authorize Submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Staff Presentation/Commissioner Questions Housing Analyst Leonard presented the Agenda Report and answered Commissioner questions. Vice Chair Freeman asked how COVID-19 has affected the budget this year compared to last year. Mr. Leonard explained the previous budget was shifted at an April 2020 City Council meeting to focus on Rental Assistance, which is now funded by Monterey County and United Way instead of Block Grants. Vice Chair Freeman also questioned how a builder will be selected for the Van Buren and Madison low income Housing project. Mr. Leonard stated the City has recently entered negotiations with First Community Housing and MidPen Housing Association. Commissioner Latasa noted an error in the hyperlinks provided on the Agenda Report and requested correction. Public Comments None. Commissioner Comments Commissioner Latasa applauded efforts made toward obtaining and distributing funds for low income housing. On a motion by Commissioner Latasa, seconded by Commissioner Reed and carried by the following vote, the Planning Commission adopted a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt the 2021/2022 annual action plan for Community Development Block Grant funds and authorize submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development: AYES: 7 COMMISSIONERS: Brassfield, Freeman, Dawson, Fletcher, Latasa, Millich, Reed NOES: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday March 23, 2021 3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 5B1984C3-B9D9-48C6-8729-D0DD9A42B766 Planning Commission Minutes Tuesday March 23, 2021 ABSENT: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None ABSTAIN: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None RECUSED: 0 COMMISSIONERS: None INFORMATIONAL REPORTS & STAFF COMMENTS Update received. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Dawson pointed out a typo in the item three Resolution, Agenda Packet page 16: “Appeal PC to PC”. Commissioner Millich requested consideration to where electricity will come from in future efforts to reduce greenhouse gasses. Chair Brassfield agreed. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 4:51 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Approved, Kimberly Cole Chair Community Development Director Planning Commission Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Tuesday March 23, 2021 4

Agenda

Planning Commission Commissioners Mike Brassfield, Chair Agenda Sandra Freeman, Vice Chair Mike Dawson AFTERNOON SESSION ONLY Daniel Fletcher Terry Latasa Tuesday, March 23, 2021 Stephen Millich Hansen Reed Teleconference 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Monterey, California IMPORTANT NOTICE: Pursuant to Governor Newsom's Executive Orders N-29-20 and N-33- 20, and to do all we can to help slow the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), meetings of the Monterey City Council and its Boards and Commissions are being conducted with virtual (electronic) participation only. BEFORE EACH MEETING, members of the public may participate by submitting comment(s) to planning@monterey.org until ½ hour before the start of the meeting. These emails and text messages are shared with the Planning Commission prior to the start of the meeting, but are not read aloud. All comments become part of the record and are made available online at https://monterey.org/submitted-comments DURING EACH MEETING: Join the ZoomGov Webinar to participate or watch the meeting live (no time delay):  On a computer or smartphone: https://monterey-org.zoomgov.com/j/1619908039  Or by telephone: 833-568-8864 (Toll Free) or 669-254-5252 (Campbell, CA) or 646-828- 7666 (New York, NY). If one doesn’t work, please try another. o Enter Webinar ID: 161 990 8039 # o If prompted to enter a participant ID, press #  Need more help or seeking guidance on making public comments? Read our ZoomGov Meeting Instructions. Meetings are also streamed live on https://www.youtube.com/user/cityofmonterey (10 second delay) and on Comcast Channel 25 (up to 90 second delay). FIELD TRIP The Planning Commission will conduct a field trip on [field trip date] to review the [meeting date] PC meeting agenda. The field trip will depart from the lawn behind Colton Hall at 4:00 p.m. For more information, call (831) 646-3885. Date Posted: [posting date] ***Afternoon Session Agenda*** 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. CALL TO ORDER 1. Meeting Procedures 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 2. March 09, 2021 ***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. 3. Consider 400 Cannery Row; Approval of Permit Amendment 21-0012 to Allow a Change in Use from a Jewelry Shop and Specialty Food Market to a Bike Retail Shop With Bike Rentals and Tours; Applicant, Jennifer Blevins; Property Owner, Monterey Plaza Hotel Limited Partnership; VAF Zoning District; Commercial General Plan Designation; Exempt from CEQA Requirements per Article 19, Section 15301, Class 1 4. Recommend that the City Council Adopt the 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant Funds and Authorize Submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (Exempt from NEPA per 24 CFR Part 58 and from CEQA per Article 19, Section 15301, Class1, 15306, Class 6 and 15326, Class 26) 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. 5. 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. Planning Commission 3/23/2021 4:00:00 PM 2 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. MORE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 646-3885 Planning Commission 3/23/2021 4:00:00 PM 3

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