Planning Commission Meeting

. CITY OF CERRITOS MINUTES Regular Planning Commission Meeting May 1, 2024 City Council Chambers 18125 Bloomfield Ave, Cerritos, California 90703 PRESENT: Commissioner Gene Burd Commissioner Bavin Gandhi Commissioner Gloria Perlas Pulido Vice Chair Carla Gilhuys PRESENT: Assistant City Attorney Travis Van Ligten Community Development Director Kristin Aguila Current Planning Manager Sandy Cisneros Senior Planner Jeremy Loh Associate Planner Metrè Anthony Associate Civil Engineer Amandeep Mann 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance Commissioner Gandhi led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Roll Call All Members of the Planning Commission were declared present, except Chair Jhaveri, who was noted absent. 4. Public Comments and Suggestions As no one came forward to provide public comment, Vice Chair Gilhuys declared the Public Comments and Suggestions portion of the meeting closed. 5. Approval of the Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes MOTION: Commissioner Pulido moved to approve the Planning Commission regular meeting minutes of April 3, 2024, as presented. Vice Chair Gilhuys seconded the motion, which carried 3-0-2, with Chair Jhaveri noted absent and Commissioner Gandhi abstaining. 6. Public Hearings 6A. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2024-3, A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OWNERS TO CONSTRUCT A FIRST-FLOOR ADDITION AND A NEW SECOND FLOOR TO AN

City of Cerritos May 1, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes Page 2 EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AT 13049 CARAVEL STREET, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5000) (APN 7028-005-008).* *Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review. Associate Planner Metrè Anthony presented a details of the proposed residential project. Questions about the landscaping, patio location, and adjacent property were raised. Vice Chair Gilhuys opened public comments. Seeing none, Vice Chair Gilhuys closed public comments. MOTION: Commissioner Gandhi moved to waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. PC 2024-4: A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2024-3, A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OWNERS TO CONSTRUCT A FIRST-FLOOR ADDITION AND A NEW SECOND FLOOR TO AN EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AT 13049 CARAVEL STREET, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS- 5000) (APN 7028-005-008).* *Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review. Commissioner Burd seconded the motion, which carried 4-0-1, with Chair Jhaveri noted absent. 6B. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2003-1(E)(2024) AMENDMENT, A REQUEST BY PROPERTY OWNER VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SYSTEM TO PERMIT A HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM UNDER PHASE IV OF THE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT FOR THE SUBJECT PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 10818 ARTESIA BOULEVARD AND 17700 DUMONT AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTIES ARE ZONED OPEN SPACE (OS) (APNS 7034-017-035, 7034-017-036 AND 7034-018-115).* Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN 2003-1(E)(2024) AMENDMENT, A PROPOSAL BY PROPERTY OWNER VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SYSTEM TO REMODEL AN EXISTING HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM UNDER PHASE IV OF THE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT, INCLUDING IMPROVEMENTS TO THE GRANDSTAND BLEACHERS, FIELD, TRACK, AND OTHER HARDSCAPE, LIGHTING, AND LANDSCAPING UPGRADES AT 10818 ARTESIA BOULEVARD AND 17700 DUMONT AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE PROPOSAL ALSO INCLUDES AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXISTING CAMPUS MASTER PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT. THE SUBJECT PROPERTIES ARE ZONED OPEN SPACE (OS) (APNS 7034-017-035, 7034-017-036 AND 7034-018-115).*

City of Cerritos May 1, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes Page 3 *A Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared and previously adopted/certified by the Cerritos City Council on February 27, 2003, which reviewed the Valley Christian High School Stadium as part of the Campus Master Plan of Development, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). In addition, pursuant to Sections 15301 and 15302 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review. Senior Planner Jeremy Loh presented details of the proposed stadium remodel project. Commissioners asked about the previous and future phases of the subject property’s Master Plan of Development. Parking, pedestrian safety, and the amendment to the Campus Master Plan of Development were also discussed. Vice Chair Gilhuys opened public comments. Superintendent of Valley Christian Schools Troy Stahl discussed the subject property’s track and field surface, pedestrian safety, stadium capacity, and parking. MOTION: Commissioner Gandhi moved to waive full reading of and adopt Resolutions No. PC 2024-5 and 2024-6: A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2003-1(E)(2024) AMENDMENT, A REQUEST BY PROPERTY OWNER VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SYSTEM TO PERMIT A HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM UNDER PHASE IV OF THE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT FOR THE SUBJECT PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 10818 ARTESIA BOULEVARD AND 17700 DUMONT AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTIES ARE ZONED OPEN SPACE (OS) (APNS 7034-017-035, 7034- 017-036 AND 7034-018-115) and A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN 2003-1(E)(2024) AMENDMENT, A PROPOSAL BY PROPERTY OWNER VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SYSTEM TO REMODEL AN EXISTING HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM UNDER PHASE IV OF THE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT, INCLUDING IMPROVEMENTS TO THE GRANDSTAND BLEACHERS, FIELD, TRACK, AND OTHER HARDSCAPE, LIGHTING, AND LANDSCAPING UPGRADES AT 10818 ARTESIA BOULEVARD AND 17700 DUMONT AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE PROPOSAL ALSO INCLUDES AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXISTING CAMPUS MASTER PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT. THE SUBJECT PROPERTIES ARE ZONED OPEN SPACE (OS) (APNS 7034-017-035, 7034-017-036 AND 7034-018-115).* *A Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared and previously adopted/certified by the Cerritos City Council on February 27, 2003, which reviewed the Valley Christian High School Stadium as part of the Campus Master Plan of Development, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). In addition, pursuant to Sections 15301 and 15302 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review. Commissioner Burd seconded the motion, which carried 4-0-1, with Chair Jhaveri noted absent.

City of Cerritos May 1, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes Page 4 7. Communications 7A. Reports from the Department of Community Development Director of Community Development Kristin Aguila stated that the Planning Commissioner reorganization would take place at the upcoming June 5, 2024 Planning Commission meeting. 7B. Reports from Cerritos Planning Commissioners Commissioners congratulated the new Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem on their roles. 8. Adjournment _______________________________ Kristin Aguila Secretary Attest: __________________________________ Chair Approved: June 5, 2024 /s/Kristin Aguila /s/Carla Gilhuys

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION

WEDNESDAY - MAY 1, 2024 - 07:00 P.M.

CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER

18125 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE, CERRITOS, CA 90703

Agenda Materials

The complete agenda for this meeting is available on-demand at www.cerritos.us and at the Community Development Department counter, 18125 Bloomfield Avenue, 2nd floor, Cerritos, CA, during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., weekend and observed holidays excepted). Any materials submitted to the Commission after distribution of this agenda will be available for public inspection at the Community Development counter during regular business hours. Requests for agenda materials or meeting participation assistance can also be made by email to planning@cerritos.us or by phone at (562) 916-1201 during regular business hours.

PUBLIC OBSERVATION AND PARTICIPATION

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1.

Call to Order

2.

Pledge of Allegiance

3.

Roll Call

4.

Public Comments and Suggestions

This section is reserved for comments related to items not listed on the agenda but that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. Comments are limited to 5 minutes per person. Public comments on agenda items will be taken at the time the item is before the Commission.

5.

Approval of the Wednesday, April 3, 2024, 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes

MINUTES

6.

Public Hearings

6A.

Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2024-3, A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OWNERS TO CONSTRUCT A FIRST-FLOOR ADDITION AND A NEW SECOND FLOOR TO AN EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AT 13049 CARAVEL STREET, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5000) (APN 7028-005-008).*

*Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review.

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POWERPOINT PRESENTATION

6B.

Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2003-1(E)(2024) AMENDMENT, A REQUEST BY PROPERTY OWNER VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SYSTEM TO PERMIT A HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM UNDER PHASE IV OF THE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT FOR THE SUBJECT PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 10818 ARTESIA BOULEVARD AND 17700 DUMONT AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTIES ARE ZONED OPEN SPACE (OS) (APNS 7034-017-035, 7034-017-036 AND 7034-018-115).*

Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN 2003-1(E)(2024) AMENDMENT, A PROPOSAL BY PROPERTY OWNER VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SYSTEM TO REMODEL AN EXISTING HIGH SCHOOL STADIUM UNDER PHASE IV OF THE CAMPUS MASTER PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT, INCLUDING IMPROVEMENTS TO THE GRANDSTAND BLEACHERS, FIELD, TRACK, AND OTHER HARDSCAPE, LIGHTING, AND LANDSCAPING UPGRADES AT 10818 ARTESIA BOULEVARD AND 17700 DUMONT AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE PROPOSAL ALSO INCLUDES AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXISTING CAMPUS MASTER PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT. THE SUBJECT PROPERTIES ARE ZONED OPEN SPACE (OS) (APNS 7034-017-035, 7034-017-036 AND 7034-018-115).*

*A Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared and previously adopted/certified by the Cerritos City Council on February 27, 2003, which reviewed the Valley Christian High School Stadium as part of the Campus Master Plan of Development, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). In addition, pursuant to Sections 15301 and 15302 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review.

AGENDA REPORT

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