CITYOF  CITY OF JACKSON August 17, 2020  ACKSON ALIFORNIA  Planning Commission Meeting Minutes  Steve McLean, Chairman Debby Collins, Vice-Chairwoman George White- - Commissioner Thornton Consolo - Commissioner Chad Simmons Commissioner COMMISSIONERS ABSENT: None  Susan Peters City Planner Patti Ungaro - Administrative Assistant  Chairman McLean called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TOTHE FLAG. Chairman McLean led the Pledge of Allegiance. 1) PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ONTHE AGENDA. Chairman McLean opened for Public Matters not on the Agenda.  George White, Jackson resident, stated that at the top of Schoeber and Perry Street there is ayield sign that nobody sees and runs right through them. Who do we talk to about this? He'stalked to Public Works at the Corp yard. City Planner, Susan Peters said she will submit a Work Request to cut tree limbs from view of  signs.  After no further Public Comments, Chairman McLean moved onto next item.  2) APPROVALOF MINUTES.  Motion to approve the minutes of. June 15, 2020. Moved by Commissioner Consolo, seconded by  Commissioner White, and carried by a 4t0 Iroll call vote:  AYES: NOES: ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: Collins 3) DISCUSSION CALENDAR.  McLean, White, Consolo, Simmons  None  a. Rezone and General Plan Amendment from Public/Institutional to Historic Commercial with al Planned Development Overlay, 108 and 204 Court Street and 42 Summit Street (APN's 020-243- City Planner, Susan Peters provided overview ofthe Rezone and General Plan Amendment per the  001 & 020-243-009).  Planning Staff Report included ini the Meeting Packet.    Planning Commission Meeting Minutes  August 17,2020  The applicant is requesting that the properties located at 108 & 204 Court Street and 42 Summit Street be rezoned and General Plan re-designated from Public/Institutional to Historic Commercial with a Planned Development Overlay. No development is planned at this time. Future development will be subject While rezones are typically subject to the California Environmental Quality Act( (CEQA), projects which have no possibility of fcausing an environmental impact can be categorically exempted from CEQA review in accordance with Section 150610)0)OFCEQA. The proposed rezone does not increase the intensity of the use since the proposed zoning and General Plan designation allow for what the building has historically been used for. Additionally, the Planned Development Overlay will require project specific CEQA review Should the Planning Commission choose to recommend approval oft the requested rezone and general plan amendment to the City Council the following findings should be made in accordance with Article VI, An amendment to the General Plan, the Zoning Map, or this Development Code may be approved only ifall  discretionary review per the Planned Development Overlay requirements.  as part of amending the current use.  Section 17.160.060 Findings for Amendments:  of the following findings are made, as applicable to the type ofamendment.  A. Findings for all amendments.  1. The proposed amendment ensures and maintains internal consistency with all of the goals, policies, and actions of all elements oft the General Plan and any applicable specific plan; and 2. The proposed amendment would not be detrimental to the public interest, health, safety,  convenience, or welfare oft the City.  B. Additional finding for Zoning Map amendments. There is adequate capacity available in the community sewer and water systems to serve the potential development, and the site is physically suitable for the requested zoning designation(s) and anticipated land use development(s). Factors considered to evaluate suitability shall include access, provision ofutilities, compatibility with  adjoining land uses, and absence of physical constraints.  C. Additional finding for Development Code amendments. Thej proposed amendment ensures and maintains internal consistency with other applicable provisions oft this Development Code.  Itisr recommended that the Planning Commission conduct aj public hearing on the Rezone and General Plan Amendment and forward the application and its associated categorical exemption to the City Council for Planning Commission discussed the vacant lots with concerns over street parking. Vice Chairwoman  adoption based on the Findings in this report. Collins questioned if there were any sewer concerns. Chairman McLean opened for Public Comment.  Jill Keelor, 103 Court St., expressed conçern with narrow streets and requests to be part of any parking  discussion. She also questioned what is planned to go in the building.  2    Planning Commission Meeting Minutes  August 17.2020  Ron Regan, applicant, explained there are currently no project ideas, concepts only. Thought of housing, Jill asked about the Historic Commercial zoning and because the building is historic, will it be blended? City Planner Peters explained regardless of what it is zoned, that property is in the historic district and if there are any changes being made to the appearance, it would require al building permit to change the appearance oft the building and would also have to go through the Design Review Committee (DRC). Stephen DeSilva, Jackson resident, questioned if asbestos was in the building and would it be cost prohibitive in addition ifthe building was condemned. Ron Regan, applicant, answered, yes, there is asbestos. He obtained a complete study on it from the Amador County prior to the purchase. It is not condemned; because it is al historic structure and the building will not be demolished. They had a number of engineering studies done and the structure is sound but one issue came up that it will require an elevator to be ADA compliant. It will not be cost prohibitive, although there is asbestos, iti is not that big of an issue, and there is some lead paint. They will take all the proper prohibitive procedures for the removal oft the Chairman McLean closed Public Comment after no further comments and moved back to the Planning Planning Commission discussed any potential water/sewer issues or any capacity problems. Commissioner Consolo made aj proposal and a motion to approve the project consistent with the general plan and with the neighborhood. It also does not appear to have any capacity issues or any problems with Motion by Commissioner Consolo, seconded by Vice Chair Collins, and carried by a 5to 0 vote to make a recommendation to the City Council to approve the Rezone and General. Plan Amendmentfrom Public/Insttutional to Historic Commercial with a Planned Development Overlay as presented.  senior care facilities, various concepts.  asbestos and lead paint. As a contractor, he also holds a mediation license.  Commission.  water and sewer at this point.  AYES: McLean, Collins, White, Consolo, Simmons  NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None  4. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS.  City Planner Peters announced there is a General Plan kickoffmeeting tomorrow and to be aware ofmore information coming later this week. She also recommends the League ofCalifornia Cities who provides training, educational opportunities, and webinars related to cities in California. They have Planning Commission courses, City Council courses and holds an annual Conference. This year they are having a virtual conference at a great price of $50 and will forward Registration info to each ofy you. Vice Chairwoman Collins requested Susan to mark the courses she recommends that would be relevant. CP Peters stated the Conference is still inj planning mode therefore al lot ofthe courses are not posted yet but recommends anything related with planning and development would be beneficial for Planning Commission; also Brown Act and Media since you will be going through a General Plan Update dealing with the public and media which tends to get controversial. Foothill Conservancy is also putting togethera "What is a General Plan Workshop" which will give all the ins and outs ofa General Plan.  3    Planning Commission Meeting Minutes  August 17,2020  Commissioner Consolo asked ift there was anything happening on New York Ranch Rd. CP Peters answered there still no plans at this time and discussed the process ofapplications and being contacted by  any tribes.  5. ADJOURNMENT.  Chairman McLean adjourned the meeting at 7:04 p.m.  ATTEST:  Ahtllgeso Patti Ungaro, Administrative Assistant  Dct 20, 2020  Date Approved  4