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2021-07-14 Planning Commision Regular MEETING - MinutesCity Council Chambers 29844 Haun Road Menifee, CA 92586 Benjamin Diederich, Chair Randy Madrid, Vice-Chair Jeff LaDue, Commissioner Chris Thomas, Commissioner David White, Commissioner City of Menifee Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes Wednesday, July 14, 2021 6:00 PM Regular Meeting Cheryl Kitzerow, Director Stephanie Roseen, Clerk 1 2. 4. 5. 3. REGULAR MEETING (6:00 PM) CALL TO ORDER Chair Diederich called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM. ROLL CALL Present: Benjamin Diederich, Jeff LaDue, Randy Madrid, Chris Thomas, David White Ahsent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Menifee Businessman Kassen Klein led the flag salute. PRESENTATIONS. NONE AGENDA APPROVAL OR MOOIFICATIONS The agenda was approved unanimously (5-0) with no modifications. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NON.AGENDA ITEMS) Steve Westberg Owner of West Tow, lnc. inquired about zoning reconsideration for his business that he would like to bring to Menifee. Carl Wesenberg thanked staff for their due diligence and discussed the desire of West Tow, lnc. to relocate to Menifee. Kassen Klein stated his appreciation for Senior Planner Tamara Harrison. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 7.1 June 23,2021 Planning Commission Minutes The minutes were approved unanimously (5-0) with no modifications. July 14,2021 Page 1 of 5 6 7 City of Menifee Planning Commission MINUTES 'fiENtFEE/.H: o & 8. 9. CONSENT CALENDAR . NONE PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 9.1 "Newport Pointe Commercial Cented'- Conditional Use Permit No. PLN19-0044, Plot Plan No. PLN'19-0045, Parcel lMap No. PLN19-0047, Minor Conditronal Use Permit No. PLN20-0359 and Sign Program No. PLN 1 9-0046 Community Development Director Cheryl Kitzerow introduced Senior Planner Tamara Harrison. Ms. Harrison provided a presentation and reported on the project location; general plan land use; zoning; Plot Plan No. PLN19-0045; site layout and circulation; landscaping; memo provided to the Planning Commission regarding the Plot Plan condition of approvals; Tentative Parcel Map; architecture; master sign program; sign elevations; Conditional Use Permits; public convenience and necessity; environmental determination; and staff recommendations. The Commissioners asked questions of staff regarding the half traffic signal; fitness center elevations and stacking in the drive through businesses. Chair Diederich opened the public hearing at 6:26 PM. Deputy City Clerk Stephanie Roseen stated the public hearing was legally noticed. There was no correspondence received and there were no public comments. Applicant Scott Yorkison stated his appreciation for staff and that he was available for any questions. The Commissioners asked questions of the applicant regarding the Grocery Outlet, proposed restaurants, day care capacity, day care fencing, projected opening,and the hours of operation for the fltness center. Mr. Yorkison stated he agreed to the conditions of approval Chair Diederich closed the public hearing at 6:35 PM Commissioners LaDue and Thomas spoke in favor of the project ACTION Adopted Resolution No. PC21-538, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration, based on the findings incorporated in the lnitial Study and the conclusion that the pro.ject will not have a significant effect on the environment. MOVER: Jeff LaDue SECONDER: David White YES: Oiederich, LaDue, Madrid, Thomas, White NAYS: None RECUSE: None July 14,2021 Page 2 of 5 City of Menifee Planning Commission MOVER: Randy Madrid SECONDER: Jeff LaDue 3. Adopted Resolution No. PC21-540, approving Plot Plan No. PLN19-0045and Sign Program PLN I9-046, with updated conditions of approval. MOVER: David \Nhite SECONDER: Chris Thomas YES: Diederich, LaDue, Madrid, Thomas, White NAYS: None RECUSE: None 4. Adopted Resolution No. PC21-54'l , approving Condational Use Permit No. PLN19-0044 to allow for the drive thru car wash, subject to the attached Conditions of Approval, and based upon the findings and conclusions. MOVER: Jeff LaDue SECONDER: Chris Thomas 5. Adopted Resolution No. PC21-542, approving Minor Conditional Use Permit No. PLN20-0359 for the sale of beer, wine and spirits for off premise consumption and Public Convenience and Necessity findings for Building No. 1 ,subject to the attached Conditions of Approval, and based upon the findings andconclusions. MOVER: Randy Madrid SECONDER: Chris Thomas YES: Diederich, LaDue, Madrid, Thomas, White NAYS: None RECUSE: None The Commissioners and staff took a moment to recognize Tamara Harrison for her service to the City. IO. DISCUSSION ITEMS 10.1 Discussion of Service Stations, Car Wash Businesses and Drive thru Restaurants July 14, 202'l Page 3 of 5 YES: Diederich, LaDue, Madrid, Thomas, White NAYS: None RECUSE: None YES: Diederich, LaDue, Madrid, Thomas, White }{AYS: None RECUSE: None 2. Adopted Resolution No. PC21-539, approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 37071 (PLN19-0047) subject to the attached conditions of approval, and basedupon the flndings and conclusions. City of Menifee Planning Commission Community Development Director Cheryl Kitzerow introduced the item and Planning Manager Orlando Hernandez. Mr. Hernandez provided a presentation and reported on the background of the item; current zoning allowances for gas stations, car washes and restaurants; total number of gas stations, car washes and restaurants in progress and completed; and business locations. Commissioner Madrid stated he would not be in favor of additional changes to the process. Mr. Hernandez also reported on the City's development process Commissioner \Nhite stated his concern with the high concentration areas presented an staffs presentation and lack of those types of businesses located throughout the City. Ms. Kitzerow provided an explanation regarding rural residential zoning areas, available zoning, market demand, and vehicle travel trips. Commissioner LaDue commented on his understanding of the topics discussed and stated he agreed with Ms. Kitzerow. Commissioner Thomas commented on the need for more diverse businesses and sit- down restaurants. While not proposing additional restrictions, he expressed concerns with proliferation of gas stations, car washes and fast food drive throughs and supported staff s efforts to get quality and diverse commercial development. Chair Diederich inquired about the number of gas stations in the area compared other cities. Commissioner White also commented on the need for new diverse business to keep sales dollars within the City. Ms. Kitzerow commented on staffs current professional approach to new development project inquiries and noted some ofthe items staff consider such as best use, quality, mixed of land use and retail types. Menifee Businessman Kassen Klein commented on the necessities and improvements required fordevelopment to proceed in specific areas. 11. COMMUNITY OEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR COMMENTS Community Development Director Cheryl Kitzerow introduced Menifee's new Deputy Public Works Director Daniel Padilla and provided an update on the approved Capital lmprovement Program (ClP), upcoming workshops and events, Menifee Matters newsletter, and new upcoming businesses. 12. COMMISSIONER REPORTS ON COMMITTEE ACTIVITIES None July 14,2021 Page 4 of 5 City of Menifee Planning Commission 13. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM PLANNING COMMISSIONERS None. 14. ADJOURN Chair Diederich adjourned the meeting at 7:23 PM. Deputy City Clerk July 14,2021 Page 5 of 5 City of Menifee Planning Commission