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PC MINS 20170928 SPC Approved 11/28/44 CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING SEPTEMBER 28, 2017 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Cruikshank at 7:05 p.m. at the Fred Hesse Community Room, 29301 Hawthorne Boulevard. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Cruikshank led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance. ATTENDANCE Present: Commissioners Leon, Nelson, Vice Chairman James, and Chairman Cruikshank. Absent: Commissioners Bradley, Emenhiser, and Tomblin were excused. Also present were Community Development Director Mihranian, Associate Engineer Eder, Public Works Interim Director Rodrigue, Special Counsel Lopez, and RF Engineer Afflerbach via telephone. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The agenda was unanimously approved as presented. COMMUNICATIONS Director Mihranian reported that the City Council will conduct a special workshop on the City's draft Natural Communities Conservation Plan (NCCP) on October 2nd at 6:00 p.m. at Hesse Park. He also reported that the City Council will consider initiating code amendment proceedings to amend Title 17 to prohibit commercial marijuana operations in the City at its regular meeting on October 3rd. Director Mihranian informed the Commission that the recently replaced utility pole near the intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and Crestridge Road was done by SCE as part of an upgrade project, and that the wireless facility attached to the pole belongs to T- Mobile. He added that Staff will be working with T-Mobile to make sure the arm supporting the wireless facility matches the new pole. COMMENTS FROM THE AUDIENCE (regarding non-agenda item): Jeff Calvagna stated he has concerns regarding the wireless communications application process and the shot clock extension letters. Don Carter commented on the length of time the application process is taking with all wireless communication towers, as well as his opposition to the wireless facility in his neighborhood. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 MINUTES Continued to October 10, 2017 due to the lack of a quorum to vote. NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. MAJOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY PERMIT ASG NO. 38: Maycroft Drive east of Golden Meadow Drive Associate Engineer Eder presented the staff report, explaining the project using a power point presentation. A discussion ensued with Commissioners regarding changes proposed to the pole. Chairman Cruikshank opened the public hearing. Aaron Snyder gave a short presentation on the overall design of the wireless facility for ASG No. 38 as it relates to coverage. A discussion ensued with Commissioners regarding the proposed RF coverage and Crown Castle's coverage objective for this neighborhood. Ken DeLong stated he was in favor of the installation as currently proposed, stating his AT&T service doesn't work at his home. Jeff Calvagna agreed coverage is not good in this area, but did not think this installation was proposed in the least intrusive area, and noted what he felt there are better locations where they could co-locate on existing poles in this immediate area. Alan Siegel stated he too has no service in the area and that he was very much in favor of the proposed wireless. Chairman Cruikshank closed the public hearing. Planning Commission Minutes September 28,2017 Page 2 A discussion ensued on whether or not the proposed installation meets the coverage objectives. Vice Chairman James moved to approve Staff's recommendation, seconded by Commissioner Nelson. Commissioner Leon questioned if the Commission approves this antenna in this area, is the Applicant allowed to request another antenna in the area because there remains a gap in coverage and capacity. A discussion ensued with Special Counsel Lopez on this subject and it was determined that the City cannot prohibit the future submittal of applications. Chairman Cruikshank re-opened the public hearing. Commissioner Leon asked Mr. Snyder if Crown Castle is committed to not putting in any additional towers in this area since they have stated this tower is sufficient for this particular area. Aaron Snyder stated he could not commit to some sort of future discussion regarding towers and coverage in this area. He stated, at this time, there is no need for an additional wireless facility in the area. Chairman Cruikshank closed the public hearing. The motion to adopt P.C. Resolution 2017-32 thereby approving, with conditions, ASG No. 38 was approved (4-0). 3. MAJOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY PERMIT ASG NO. 45: San Nicolas Drive west of Lomo Drive Director Mihranian presented the staff report describing the original proposal and Staff's recommendation to relocate the wireless facility on an existing pole along Hawthorne Blvd. He stated that based on Staff's recommendation, the Applicant is requesting to continue the public hearing to October 24, 2017 to allow additional time to explore the alternate location. Chairman Cruikshank opened the public hearing. Joseph Thomas expressed his opposition to the Applicant's original location indicating that this is not a preferred location for the wireless facility and stated that the project does not comply with the City's Wireless Telecommunication Ordinance. Commissioner Leon moved Staff's recommendation to continue the public hearing to October 24, 2017, seconded by Commissioner Nelson. The Motion was approved, (4-0). Planning Commission Minutes September 28,2017 Page 3 4. MAJOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILTY PERMIT NO. ASG NO. 36: Across from 28907 Doverridge Drive Director Mihranian presented the staff report noting that the Applicant is requesting to continue the public hearing to the October 24, 2017 meeting to allow additional time to explore Staff's recommended alternative location and design. Chairman Cruikshank opened the public hearing. Jeff Calvagna expressed opposition to the location and questioned why the site is not being moved out of the neighborhood entirely. He also expressed concerns regarding the mock ups. Tony Deley spoke in opposition of the location and size of the cell tower, stating that the location and size will impact the beauty and views within his neighborhood. Denise Van Deuren expressed opposition of the size and overall look of the proposed wireless telecommunication facility and the installation of a new pole in the neighborhood. Louise Ewing expressed opposition of the size of the wireless telecommunication tower. She also stated the site will impact her value and quality of life. Darren Chehrazi agreed with previous speakers and expressed opposition to the overall size and location of the proposed wireless telecommunication facility. He also stated that he has no problem with cell service in the area. Andy Ebilane stated his house is the most impacted and expressed his opposition to the location and size of the proposed wireless telecommunication facility. He stated the mock up is not in the location of the proposed site and that the site is not compatible with the neighborhood. He also stated that he has no problems with cell service in the area. Commissioner Nelson moved Staff's recommendation to continue the public hearing to October 24, 2017, seconded by Commissioner Leon. The motion was approved, (4-0). NEW BUSINESS 5. CONSIDER MOVING FROM DETAILED MINUTES TO ACTION MINUTES Director Mihranian gave a brief report on the reasons why Staff is recommending to go from detailed minutes to action minutes, stating that the official record is the video saved on the City's website. Planning Commission Minutes September 28,2017 Page 4 The Commission directed Staff to prepare a resolution for consideration at the October 10, 2017 meeting that would amend P.C. Resolution No. 2011-25 to move from detailed minutes to action minutes. Commissioner Nelson moved Staff's recommendation, seconded by Vice Chairman James. The Motion was approved, (4-0). ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON FUTURE AGENDAS 6. PRE-AGENDA FOR THE MEETING ON OCTOBER 10, 2017 Accepted as presented with the addition of the September 12th minutes added to the agenda. Director Mihranian also noted the meeting will start at 5:00 P.M. 7. PRE-AGENDA FOR THE MEETING ON OCTOBER 24, 2017 The Commissioners reviewed and approved the pre-agenda. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 8:35 P.M. For the complete video archives of this planning commission meeting go to: http://rpv.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?view id=5&clip id=2903 and click on the agenda item number on the video. Planning Commission Minutes September 28, 2017 Page 5