HomeMy WebLinkAbout01 PC MINUTES 04-12-22 MINUTES ITEM #1
COUNCIL CHAMBER & VIDEO CONFERENCE
TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION
MEETING
APRIL 12, 2022
6:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER.
Given. INVOCATION: Father Bao Thai, St. Cecilia Church (via Zoom)
Given. PRESENTATION: Charles "Chuck" Puckett— City of Tustin Proclamation
1. PLANNING COMMISSION REORGANIZATION 2022
In accordance with the Planning Commission Policies and Procedures,
adopted on April 13, 2021, the Planning Commission reorganizes
around April of each year by appointing a new Chairperson and
Chairperson Pro Tem.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission elect a Chairperson and Chairperson Pro
Tem in accordance with the procedures outlined in Section 1, Part E of
the Planning Commission Policies and Procedures.
Mason Mason opened nominations for Chairperson.
Motion: First nomination: Chu nominated Kozak as Chairperson. Seconded by Mello.
Kozak Kozak declined the nomination.
Motion: Second nomination: Kozak nominated Mello as Chairperson. Seconded by
Mason. Motion carried 5-0.
Mello Mello closed nominations for Chairperson.
Mello Mello opened nominations for Chairperson Pro Tem.
Motion: Mason nominated Kozak be re-appointed as Chair Person Pro Tem. Seconded
by Higuchi. Motion carried 5-0.
Mello Mello closed nominations for Chairperson Pro Tem.
Given. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Dave Mello, Chairperson
All present. ROLL CALL: Chair Mello
Chair Pro Tem Kozak
Minutes—Planning Commission April 12, 2022—Page 1 of 5
Commissioners Chu, Higuchi, Mason
PUBLIC INPUT:
Hurtado Hurtado confirmed no public input received.
Approved the CONSENT CALENDAR:
Consent
Calendar, as
presented.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — MARCH 22, 2022
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission approve the Minutes of the March 22,
2022 Planning Commission meeting, as provided.
3. FINDINGS REQUIRED BY AB 361 FOR THE CONTINUED USE OF
TELECONFERENCE FOR MEETINGS
In order for the Planning Commission to continue to have the option to
meet via teleconference during the pandemic, AB 361 requires the
Commission to make specific findings at least every thirty (30) days.
RECOMMENDATION:
Make the following findings by a majority vote of the Planning
Commission:
a. A state of emergency has been proclaimed by California's Governor
due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and continues to be in effect;
b. The Commission has reconsidered the circumstances of the state
of emergency; and
c. State and local officials continue to recommend measures to
promote social distancing to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Hurtado Hurtado confirmed no public input received.
Motion: It was moved by Higuchi, seconded by Chu, to approve the Consent Calendar,
as presented. Motion carried 5-0.
PUBLIC HEARING:
Adopted Reso. 4. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) 2021-018
No. 4448.
APPLICANT: PROPERTY OWNER:
MATTHEW BACA SAM KERMANIAN
ALDI INC., MORENO VALLEY DIV. ICO INVESTMENT GRP, INC.
Minutes—Planning Commission April 12, 2022—Page 2 of 5
12661 ALDI PLACE 9301 WILSHIRE BLVD., #315
MORENO VALLEY, CA 92555 BEVERLY HILLS, CA 90210
LOCATION: 1091 Old Irvine Boulevard
ENVIRONMENTAL:
This project is Categorically Exempt (Class 11) pursuant to Section
15311 of the California Environmental Quality Act.
REQUEST:
A request to establish a master sign plan for a commercial center located
at 1091 Old Irvine Boulevard.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4448 approving
CUP 2021-018 to authorize the establishment of a master sign plan for
the multi-tenant commercial shopping center at 1091 Old Irvine
Boulevard.
Salman Presentation given.
Chu Chu commented on the size of the proposed Master Sign Plan being almost
twice as large as what is currently permitted per the TCC. She asked if the City
has ever approved a sign of that size.
Willkom In response to Chu's question regarding the size of the proposed Master Sign
Plan, Willkom confirmed that the City has, in the past, approved a similar size
master sign plan and design. For example, the Tustin Market Place has many
signs larger than the minimum 75 square feet allowed under the TCC. With
this proposed project, the existing building sits towards the back of the property
away from the street frontage, and it is fronting onto Old Irvine Boulevard,which
is not the major thoroughfare. Willkom added, City staff believes that the
proposed Master Sign Plan is consistent and compatible with the style, design
and size of the building.
Higuchi Higuchi asked for clarification regarding the Master Sign Plan being required
because of the deviations. If not for the deviations, he asked if the Master Sign
Plan would have been presented to the Commission. Higuchi also asked the
applicant when the store would be opening.
Willkom Willkom confirmed Higuchi's previous statement regarding the Master Sign
Plan being presented to the Commission only if the proposal includes any
deviation to the Tustin Sign Code.
Minutes—Planning Commission April 12, 2022—Page 3 of 5
Mr. Matthew The applicant, Matthew Baca, stated construction of Aldi has begun, but they
Baca are not yet ready to announce a grand opening date. Mr. Baca stated that Aldi
would be opening its store in 2022.
Hurtado Hurtado confirmed no public comments were received.
Kozak Kozak thanked the applicant for the project application and for rejuvenating the
site for a useful service for the community. He commented on the proposal
being consistent and compatible with the scale of the building and architecture
and he looks forward to welcoming Aldi when the store opens.
Mason Mason echoed Kozak's previous comments and she also welcomed Aldi to the
community. She thanked Salman for the presentation and she did understand
the need for the item being presented to the Commission, given the
architectural design and the rationale of Aldi. She thanked the applicant for
being present and she was in full support of the Master Sign Plan.
Higuchi Higuchi thanked the applicant for vesting in the community and he thanked
Salman for the presentation. He agreed with Kozak in that the proposed Master
Sign Plan is cohesive with the architecture. Higuchi asked why the Master Sign
Plan was brought before the Commission. It would be great to have
modernization of the TCC where the Commission could avoid a lot of time on
the applicant's and staff's side presenting a Master Sign Plan.
Chu Chu concurred with Higuchi regarding the Master Sign Plan being brought to
the Commission, since that the item is a minor issue. She thanked Salman for
the presentation and to the applicant for investing into the city.
Mello Mello found the item interesting and thanked staff for presenting the item to the
Commission. He thought it was great for the Commission to review the Master
Sign Plan as well as being able to correspond with the applicant on the status
of their project. Mello was in favor of the item.
Motion: It was moved by Mason, seconded by Kozak, to adopt Resolution No. 4448.
Motion carried 5-0.
None. REGULAR BUSINESS.
STAFF CONCERNS:
Willkom Willkom introduced the City's new employee, Raymond Barragan, Principal
Planner Consultant—Welcome Raymond! She also informed the Commission
that the City Council adopted a new resolution at their last meeting, changing
the start time of both the Council and Planning Commission meeting time to
7:00 p.m., beginning on April 26, 2022 (no longer 6:00 p.m.). Willkom also
Willkom wished everyone a Happy Easter!
COMMISSION CONCERNS:
Minutes—Planning Commission April 12, 2022—Page 4 of 5
Higuchi Higuchi thanked the Tustin Community Foundation (TCF) for the Paper
Football event held on March 26, 2022, which raised $11,000 to support local
non-profits and schools. He thanked Mason for her service as Chairperson and
good luck to Chair Mello. Higuchi made favorable comments towards Chuck
Puckett. He asked Willkom if hiring consultants will be the new trend for Tustin.
Willkom Per Willkom, the City is looking into ways and opportunities to fill the Principal
Planner position as a permanent full-time position.
Higuchi Higuchi added that there is a lack of talent out there, but he is glad to have the
folks we have at Tustin.
Mason Mason congratulated Mello on his new seat as Chairperson. She made
favorable comments regarding the current Commission, as well as Kozak for
his re-appointment as Chair Pro Tem. Mason also attended and participated
in TCF's Paper Football event. She mentioned the decades of stable service
from the past leaders in Tustin, specifically, Chuck Puckett and she aspires to
be like him. She also thanked staff for all that they have done, especially with
the many employee changes that have occurred, which staff made it seamless
to the Commission.
Chu Chu congratulated Mello and she made favorable comments towards Mason
for her great leadership as Chair. Thank you for all you have done.
Mello Mello also made favorable comments towards Mason and to Kozak for being
by his side. He also attended and participated in TCF's Paper Football event.
Mello thanked staff for all that they do.
Kozak Kozak expressed his praise for former Chair Mason in her leadership of the
Commission and to the City. He welcomed Chair Mello and looks forward to
continue serving as Chair Pro Tem. Kozak also attended and participated in
TCF's Paper Football event. On April 10, 2022 Kozak attended the Tustin Lions
Club fundraiser at Rock N' Brews.
6:58 p.m. ADJOURNMENT:
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for
Tuesday, April 26, 2022.
Minutes—Planning Commission April 12, 2022—Page 5 of 5