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FEBRUARY 26, 1979 - 7:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Planning Commission, City of Burlingame was called to order
by Chairman Jacobs on Monday, February 26, 1979 at 7:32 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Commissioners Cistulli, Francard, Jacobs, Kindig, Mink,
Sine, Taylor
Absent: None
Staff Present: John R. Yost, Assistant City Planner; Ralph E. Kirkup, City
Engineer; Jerome F. Coleman, City Attorney
MINUTES
The minutes of the February 8, 1979 meeting were approved as mailed.
AGENDA Order of the agenda approved, with the addition of Final
Subdivision Map, 1210 Bellevue Avenue and a report by
Commissioner Taylor on League of California Cities Planning
Commissioners Institute, Monterey.
MEETING ITEMS FOR ACTION
1. DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT, EIR-51E, FOR THE WASTEWATER RECLAMATION
PROJECT, PREPARED BY EARTH METRICS INCORPORATED FOR THE CITY OF BURLINGAME
CE Kirkup introduced James A. Wyse, project engineer, Resources Engineering &
Management, consulting engineers who prepared the Project Report. Mr. Wyse briefly
reviewed the "Project Report for Wastewater Reclamation Project, September 1978".
His discussion included: low contact uses (landscape irrigation of golf course and
irrigation of freeways); high contact uses (which require much higher effluent
according to State health guidelines); cost effectiveness of the project; and
reclamation alternatives. Mr. Wyse concluded that the project is cost effective
and would benefit the residents of Burlingame, San Mateo County and State of
California.
David H. Crimp, project manager, Earth Metrics Incorporated, discussed Environmental
Impact Report, EIR-51E, for the Proposed City of Burlingame Wastewater Reclamation
Project, January 1, 1979. He noted possible environmental impacts and mitigating
factors. It was felt the impacts would be mitigated by stringent State health
standards.
Commission comments and staff/consultant replies follow. Commissioner Francard: Has
a chemical analysis been made of the wastewater? Mr. Wyse advised a complete
chemical analysis had been made with the determination it would have no effect on
the soil or plant life. Chairman Jacobs inquired about the criteria for safeness
of the water. Mr. Crimp advised that State Health Department guidelines had been
used. Mr. Wyse said there was enough residual chlorine to prevent any future viruses.
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Commissioner Francard: Why not transport this water to the south? Robert Eppler of
Resources Engineering & Management was of the opinion high energy costs prohibit
transporting reclaimed water long distances; it is more cost effective to keep it
here than to transport it and bring in more fresh water. Chairman Jacobs opened the
public hearing; there were no audience comments and the public hearing was closed.
Further comments follow. Chairman Jacobs: Does the State believe it is cost effective
to have such projects implemented by the cities? Bill CampbE!ll of the State Water
Resources Control Board noted the State's goal is to promote wastewater reclamation
wherever possible as there is a forecast of water shortage state-wide. This project
is cost effective and compatible with Department of Health guidelines; however, it
is still the City's decision as to the cost effectiveness to the City. Commissioner
Taylor: Regarding project payout, when does it begin to become cost effective? The
consultant advised the users cost would be amortized over 20 years; the City's cost
would be only 122% of the total cost.
Commissioner Cistulli: How important is this project for a city of this size? Where
will the water be stored? Who is going to pay for it? CE Kirkup replied the project
is important to the City, particularly for the golf course. Ile advised the County
and City will be short of water by 1990 unless something like this is done. Regarding
funding, the 122% City cost would come from the city sewer fund which has funds
available for this purpose. The CE also discussed present effluent transmission
lines and joint powers agreement requirements with the City of Millbrae. It was
confirmed that Millbrae is aware of the project and received copies of the Project
Report and EIR.
Commissioner Sine objected to the statement that the Federal and State 872% is free
since in reality it is the tax money of the residents of Burlingame. He referred
to Table 9, pages 62 and 63 of the EIR, and questioned the small increase in projected
potable water costs, as well as whether maintenance and replacement costs had been
included. CE Kirkup and the consultant agreed the basis of escalation might be
too optimistic; the amortized cost in the Project Report did include operations and
maintenance costs. The consultant also commented with regard to the projected water
costs; they are conservative for purposes of comparing them to the costs of reclaimed
wastewater. If project water rates should be higher in the year 1990, it would make
use of reclaimed wastewater much more cost effective.
Commissioner Mink requested clarification in the addendum with regard to Commissioner
Sine's questions, as well as other Commission requests, and asked that a statement
with regard to power costs also be included. CE Kirkup advised written replies
had been received from several local agencies and these would be incorporated in
the addendum together with consultant's responses to comments this evening.
CA Coleman advised the EIR is legally sufficient. Addendum to be prepared in 30
days from this date.
2. SPECIAL PERMIT TO ADD 1,482 SF OF OFFICE AND PARTS STORAGE SPACE TO THE BUILDING
AT 200 CALIFORNIA DRIVE, ZONED C-2, BY ARATA PONTIAC
ACP Yost reviewed this application to add 1,482 SF of floor area to the existing
building at 200 California Drive, property in the Burlingame Avenue Area Off -Street
Parking District. Reference staff report dated 2/21/79; Project Assessment form
revised 2/21/79; plans date stamped January 22, 1979; January 24, 1979 letter from
David James Arata; February 10, 1979 memo from the Assistant City Engineer regarding
parking district costs; January 31, 1979 memo from the Chief Fire Inspector. Staff
recommended approval with conditions as listed in the staff report.
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David James Arata addressed Commission, noting his letter of February 20, 1979 to
the City Council appealing the code requirement to supply additional parking places.
He outlined his attempts during the past year to alleviate the parking problem.
The Parking District requirement was discussed. CA Coleman noted that the City Council
had adopted Commission's resolution with regard to the Burlingame Avenue Area Off -Street
Parking District; it was his opinion that Commission could recommend to the City Council
but had no right to change this adopted policy. Chm. Jacobs opened the public hearing.
There were no audience comments and the public hearing was closed.
C. Sine commended Mr. Arata on his efforts to alleviate traffic congestion, felt the
Parking District payment would penalize the applicant unnecessarily, and did not
want the cost of the parking to be included in any motion. C. Cistulli agreed.
C.ers Mink, Kindig and Jacobs felt the Parking District policy should be adhered to
consistently to protect the City in future. C. Taylor did not believe Commission
could ignore the Parking District formula and it should be included in the motion.
CA Coleman commented this inclusion would give the applicant something to appeal to
the City Council.
C. Mink moved for approval of the special permit with the following conditions: (1) that
all alterations to the building be done with a Building Permit and consistent with
the plans date stamped January 22, 1979; and (2) that three additional on-site parking
spaces be provided at 200 California Drive, or a fee of $9,447 be paid to the City of
Burlingame prior to the approval of a Building Permit. Second C. Kindig and approved
7-0 on roll call vote. Appeal procedures were advised.
3. SIGN EXCEPTION FOR ONE 20' HIGH ILLUMINATED POLE SIGN WITH 98 SF PER FACE FOR THE
FROG POND HOT TUB AND SAUNA CLUB AND PAIGE RENT-A=CAR AT 1300/1302 BAYSHORE HIGHWAY
ACP Yost reviewed this application which proposes to add 196 SF of signage to the
396 SF of existing signage on this property. Reference staff report dated 2/21/79
which includes an abstract of the sign permit application as well as a statement of
the findings necessary for a sign exception. Staff did not recommend approval and
it was hoped a comprehensive signage program could be implemented by the property
owner.
Bill Biscoe, Paige Rent-A-Car, addressed Commission and stressed his need for company
identification. Commission was in sympathy but concerned that the property already
was oversigned. It was felt the property owner should come to Commission for a
master sign permit. Chm. Jacobs opened the public hearing. David Keyston, Anza
Shareholders' Liquidating. Trust, the previous property owner, spoke in favor of
granting the sign exception. He pointed out that both applicants hold special permits
from the Commission to operate their businesses at this location and stated his belief
the request was a reasonable one. There were no further audience comments and the
public hearing was closed. During discussion it was noted the sign ordinance had
been adopted to eliminate oversignage in the City. Possible procedures and options
of Commission and the applicants were discussed.
Commissioner Kindig then moved that this sign exception be denied. Second C. Sine;
motion to deny approved 7-0 on roll call vote. Appeal procedures were advised.
Staff was requested to contact the property owner and advise him of the circumstances
surrounding the denial of this application.
A recess was called at 9:22 P.M.; reconvene 9:32 P.M.
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4. TENTATIVE AND FINAL PARCEL MAP, 1530 ROLLINS ROAD, ZONED M-1, FOR WINSTON
MANAGEMENT AND INVESTMENT COMPANY, INC.
CE Kirkup reviewed this map application to divide three lots that run perpendicular
to Rollins Road into two lots that run perpendicular to David Road. There is an
existing building on Parcel A and driveway access over Parcel B to the rear parking
on Parcel A; parking is to code standards. Approval was recommended subject to one
condition (reference ACE'S memo of February 22, 1979).
Chm. Jacobs opened the public hearing. Louis G. Harding of Winston Management
confirmed his company's agreement with the recommendation of staff. There were no
further comments and the public hearing was closed. C. Taylor moved for approval of
this tentative and final parcel map with the condition that driveway access to Rollins
Road be prohibited after Parcel B is improved and developed. Second C. Mink and approved
7-0 on roll call vote.
5. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP FOR THE REDWOOD CREST, 27 CONDOMINIUM UNITS AT 1435 BELLEVUE
AVENUE
CE Kirkup advised this condominium map conforms with the tentative map previously
approved and has been constructed in accordance with code. Final map approval was
recommended after receipt by the City of a $5,000 guarantee to be held until flood
protection improvements and landscaping are completed. Chairman Jacobs opened the
public hearing. Arthur Dudley, 1009 California Drive confirmed that the applicants
are agreeable to posting a $5,000 guarantee. There were no further comments and the
public hearing was closed. Commission and staff discussed the need for and the
procedures in requesting a guarantee.
C. Mink moved for approval of this final subdivision map with the condition that a
$5,000 guarantee be provided to the City to be held until landscaping and flood
protection improvements are completed. Second Commissioner Cistulli and approved
7-0 on roll call vote.
6. HOME SAVINGS AND LOAN, 1188 EL CAMINO REAL; REVIEW OF PLANTS FOR TEMPORARY
MODULAR BUILDING
ACP Yost discussed this item, a review of plans filed in compliance with 11/27/78
Special Permit Condition #9. Staff recommended approval of the modular temporary
building this evening. Robert Compton, representing Home Savings and Loan, was
present. A discrepancy in the vicinity map was pointed out by C. Sine. He also had
a concern the temporary building would become a permanent building. Mr. Compton
assured Commission the modular building would be moved to Burlingame from Santa Cruz;
then moved to another location as soon as the permanent office is open or in one year's
time from its installation, whichever occurs first.
C. Mink moved for approval of the plans submitted by Home Savings and Loan for the
temporary modular building to be placed on the property at 1188 E1 Camino Real.
Second C. Cistulli and approved 7-0 on roll call vote.
7. LITTLE LAMBS DAY CARE CENTER, 100 LORTON AVENUE; 2/27/78 SPECIAL PERMIT CONDITION
THAT THE USE BE REVIEWED IN ONE YEAR
ACP Yost advised the first two conditions of the 2/27/78 special permit had been
satisfactorily met. No complaints have been received by the City since the opening of
the day care center. Staff recommended the special permit be confirmed. C. Taylor
moved confirmation; second C. Mink and all aye voice vote.
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7a. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP, BELLEVUE CONDOMINIUMS AT,1210 BELLEVUE AVENUE
CE Kirkup advised some conditions of tentative map approval have not been completed.
Staff recommended approval with a $12,000 guarantee until this work is completed.
Reference ACE's memo of 2/22/79. Lou Arata, representing the applicants, was present.
Chm. Jacobs opened the public hearing. There were no comments and the public hearing
was closed.
C. Mink moved for approval of this final subdivision map with the stipulation that
a $12,000 guarantee be provided to the City until the satisfactory completion of
the following: (1) sidewalk and driveway approaches; (2) flood protection, including
earth landscaping fill and driveway reconstruction; and (3) complete landscape
planting. Second C. Cistulli and approved 7-0 on roll call vote.
OTHER BUSINESS
8. SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMITS FOR ANZA AREA: PROGRESS REPORT, FEBRUARY 14, 1978
ACP Yost discussed the Anza Area progress reports, noting Plain 4 had been chosen
by City Council with certain modifications. This third report sets out a framework
for implementation and will be discussed by Council March 14, 1979.
8a. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES PLANNING COMMISSIONERS INSTITUTE, MONTEREY,
FEBRUARY 21-23, 1979
C. Taylor reported on the subjects discussed at this recent meeting.
CITY PLANNER REPORT
Staff reported City Council approved the appeal of Commission's denial of 24 hour
operation, 7-11 Store, 975 Rollins Road, subject to review in six months. Planning
Commission approval of special permit for the Crown Coffee Shop, 875 Mahler Road was
sustained.
an.l(NIRNMPNT
The meeting adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Everett K. Kindig
Secretary