02/21/2019 CITY OF GRAND TERRACE
PLANNING COMMISSION/SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD
MINUTES • FEBRUARY 21, 2019
Council Chambers Regular Meeting 6:30 PM
Grand Terrace Civic Center• 22795 Barton Road
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Tom Comstock convened the Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission
and Site and Architectural Review Board at 6:33 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Chair Cesena.
Attendee Name i Title # Status Arrived
Tom Comstock Chairman Present
Tara Cesena Vice Chair Present
Edward A. Giroux Commissioner Present
Jeffrey McConnell Commissioner Present
Jeremy Briggs Commissioner J Present
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
1. Motion: February 21, 2019 Approval of Agenda
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
AYES: Tom Comstock, Tara Cesena, Edward A. Giroux, Jeffrey McConnell, Jeremy Briggs
PUBLIC ADDRESS
Jeffrey McConnell, resident, stated that The Lions Club will be hosting a fundraiser
"Bunco Night".on March 10, 2019. Flyers will be available for anyone who is interested.
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A. CONSENT CALENDAR
2. Approval of Minutes — Regular Meeting — 10/04/2018
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Tom Comstock, Chairman
SECONDER: Jeffrey McConnell, Commissioner
AYES: Tom Comstock, Tara Cesena, Edward A. Giroux, Jeffrey McConnell, Jeremy Briggs
3. Approval of Minutes— Regular Meeting — 12/06/2018
RESULT: . ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Jeffrey McConnell, Commissioner
SECONDER: Edward A. Giroux, Commissioner
AYES: Tom Comstock, Tara.Cesena, Edward A. Giroux,Jeffrey McConnell, Jeremy Briggs
B. PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. Site and Architectural Review 15-06-A1 and Variance 18-0
Haide Aguirre, Assistant Planner, gave the presentation for this item and introduced the
applicant Dr. Esmond Gee and Michael Gee.
Chairman Tom Comstock asked if any written communications were received regarding
the project.
Assistant Planner Aguirre stated no written communications were received.
Commissioner Jeremy Briggs asked what kind of medical services would be provided at
the medical clinic.
Commissioner Edward Giroux asked if the traffic issues have been resolved regarding
the east bound slow lane. He also asked if the asphalt will be reduced.
Assistant Planner Aguirre informed the Commission that the traffic condition applied
was due to the coffee shop location on the corner of the property. She explained the
applicant is not proposing to keep the coffee shop.
Sandra Molina, Planning and Development Director stated the conditions from the
resolution last year were specific to the coffee shop; however, the conditions are no
longer applicable due to the removal of the coffee shop. She added there will be a
condition on the proposed resolution that will require the applicant to maintain clear
sight visibility by ensuring that the plant material does not exceed 30 inches which will
help address the visibility issue.
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Commissioner Giroux asked what city standards are being used for the private property
intersections.
Alan French, Public Works Director stated the City will be utilizing a 6.5 foot sidewalk
from the curb line and the bike lane will provide additional site distance.
Commissioner McConnell asked if landscape plants have been selected for the design.
Assistant Planner Aguirre stated that the Applicant has included a preliminary
landscaping design which identifies the street trees approved by the municipal code.
She stated there has been a condition included and the applicant will provide a
landscaping plan along with an irrigation plan which will be compliant with state
standards.
Commissioner McConnell requested a list of City approved plants.
Director Molina clarified that the state model ordinance relates to water efficiency and
does not identify plant species. However, if the Commission would like to request
incorporation of pollinating plants they may do so.
Commissioner McConnell asked when the City can revise its landscaping standards to
incorporate pollinating plants.
Robert Khuu, Assistant City Attorney stated the discussion to address a permanent
landscaping structure can be addressed later.
Chairman Comstock added it would be beneficial to review the City's landscaping
standards soon. He added there are water restrictions from the state that he would like
to make sure the City is up to date on.
Applicant Esmond Gee provided some background on the original project. He explained
the project has been simplified to focus on its main function which is to provide medical
services. He included a brief description of the different types of medical procedures he
will be practicing along with examples of possible services that might also be available
from other physicians.
Commissioner Briggs expressed concern that the facility may be a drug treatment
facility and was satisfied that the medical center is not for drug treatment.
Vice Chair Tara Cesena brought up her concern regarding employee parking.
Chairman Comstock added he would like to make sure there is enough room to allow
for clear sight regarding ingress and egress.
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Assistant City Attorney Khuu restated the Commission approved the motion with the
modified conditions applied.
Director Molina referred to Condition 20c. which states the landscape plans must
incorporate parkway trees in accordance with chapter 12.10 and stated a second
sentence can be added to require the trees must be of enough size to ensure line of
sight.
Chairman Comstock referred to landscaping request for pollinating plants and asked if a
verbiage can be added to request pollinating plants if possible.
Director Molina stated that Condition 28 can be modified to add a second sentence
which states the applicant shall incorporate pollinating plants.
Chairman Comstock closed the Public Hearing at 7:27 p.m.
Chairman Comstock moved to approve Site and Architectural Review 15-06-A1 and
Variance 18-03, as revised, and Commissioner Giroux seconded.
Assistant City Attorney Khuu restated the Commission approved the motion with the
modified conditions applied.
1) CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING; AND
2) ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
GRAND TERRACE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A NOTICE OF EXEMPTION AND
APPROVING SITE AND ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW 15-06-A1, VARIANCE 18-03,
AND ENVIRONMENTAL 18-13 TO ESTABLISH A MEDICAL OFFICE AND
OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER, LOCATED AT 22805 BARTON ROAD
(ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER 0276-202-16)
RESULT: ACCEPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Tom Comstock, Chairman
SECONDER: ' Edward A. Giroux, Commissioner
AYES: Tom,Comstock, Tara Cesena, Edward A. Giroux, Jeffrey McConnell, Jeremy Briggs .
C. INFORMATION TO COMMISSIONERS
Planning and Development Services Director Molina reminded the Commission about
the March 3, 2019, 12th Annual Walk on Blue Mountain from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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D. INFORMATION FROM COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner McConnell asked if the City will provide transportation to Blue Mountain.
Director Molina responded there will be transportation provided by the Silver Liner from
City Hall to Blue Mountain.
Commissioner Giroux asked if there is a meeting scheduled for March 7, 2019.
Director Molina stated there is a meeting scheduled for March 7, 2019 however there
are no items scheduled at this time.
ADJOURN
Chairman Tom Comstock adjourned the Site and Architectural Review Board/Planning
Commission meeting at 7:30 p.m. The Next Site and Architectural Review
Board/Planning Commission meeting will be held on March 7, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
Tom Comstock, Chairman of the Grand Sandra Molina, Director of Planning and
Terrace Planning Commission Development Services
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