Planning Commission Meeting

CITY OF CERRITOS MINUTES Regular Planning Commission Meeting June 5, 2024 City Council Chambers 18125 Bloomfield Ave, Cerritos, California 90703 PRESENT: Commissioner Gene Burd Commissioner Deepak “DJ” Jhaveri Commissioner Gloria Perlas Pulido Chair Carla Gilhuys PRESENT: City Attorney Bill Irhke Assistant City Manager Kathleen Matsumoto Community Development Director Kristin Aguila Acting Director of Public Works/City Engineer Dario Simoes Current Planning Manager Sandy Cisneros Advanced Planning Manager Sabrina Chan Senior Planner Jeremy Loh Associate Planner Michael Fialho Associate Planner Wyman Wong 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 Burd led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. Roll Call All Members of the Planning Commission were declared present, except Commissioner Gandhi, who was noted absent. 4. Annual Reorganization of the Planning Commission Community Development Director Kristin Aguila declared the position of Chair of the Planning Commission vacant and called for nominations. Vice Chair Jhaveri nominated Commissioner Gilhuys for Chair. Commissioner Burd seconded the nomination. There were no other nominations, and nominations were closed. Commissioner Gilhuys was declared Chair unanimously, and took her place on the dais. Community Development Director Kristin Aguila declared the position of Vice Chair of the Planning Commission vacant and called for nominations.

City of Cerritos June 5, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes Page 2 Chair Gilhuys nominated Commissioner Gandhi for Vice Chair. Commissioner Burd seconded the nomination. There were no other nominations, and nominations were closed. Commissioner Gandhi was declared Vice Chair. 5. Presentation of Plaques On behalf of the Planning Commission, Community Development Director Kristin Aguila presented a plaque to outgoing Chair Deepak “DJ” Jhaveri in appreciation of his service as Chair of the Commission. 6. Public Comments and Suggestions There were no public comments or written correspondence received and Chair Gilhuys declared the Public Comments and Suggestions portion of the meeting closed. 7. Approval of the Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Pulido, and seconded by Commissioner Burd to approve the Planning Commission regular meeting minutes of May 1, 2024, as presented. The motion carried (4 - 0) as follows: AYES: Burd, Jhaveri, Pulido, Gilhuys NOES: None ABSENT: Gandhi ABSTAIN: None 8. Public Hearings 8A. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2024- 4, A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OWNERS TO DEMOLISH AN EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AND CONSTRUCT A NEW TWO-STORY RESIDENCE AT 19211 BECHARD AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-6500) (APN 7044-001-023). * *The applicant has also proposed an attached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on the subject property. In accordance with state planning and zoning laws, and with concurrence by the applicant, the public hearing will not apply to the proposed ADU, which will be processed administratively by City staff after completion of review for the new two-story residence on the property pursuant to Precise Plan 2024-4. *Pursuant to Section 15303 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review.

City of Cerritos June 5, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes Page 3 Associate Planner Michael Fialho presented details of the proposed residential project. Discussion about the project’s accessory dwelling unit ensued. Clarification about the definition of an ADU was also provided. Commissioners asked about the proposed doors, backyard landscaping, and sidewalk installation. Chair Gilhuys opened public comments. Project designer Firas Jamal thanked the Commissioners for their time and commented on a proposed window. Seeing no other comments, Chair Gilhuys closed public comments. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Burd, and seconded by Commissioner Pulido to waive full reading of and adopt a resolution captioned as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2024-4, A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OWNERS TO DEMOLISH AN EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AND CONSTRUCT A NEW TWO-STORY RESIDENCE AT 19211 BECHARD AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-6500) (APN 7044-001-023). The motion carried (4 - 0) as follows: AYES: Burd, Jhaveri, Pulido, Gilhuys NOES: None ABSENT: Gandhi ABSTAIN: None 8B. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2024- 5, A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OWNERS TO SUBSTANTIALLY DEMOLISH AND RECONFIGURE THE FIRST FLOOR, AND CONSTRUCT A FIRST-FLOOR ADDITION AND A NEW SECOND FLOOR TO AN EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AT 17509 GERRITT AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5000) (APN 7022-004-007).* *Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review. Associate Planner Wyman Wong presented details of the proposed residential project. Commissioners discussed the subject property’s backyard, enclosed patio, blockwalls, landscape requirements, and proposed doors. Chair Gilhuys opened public comments. Seeing none, Chair Gilhuys closed public comments. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Pulido, and seconded by Commissioner Jhaveri to waive full reading of and adopt a resolution captioned as follows:

City of Cerritos June 5, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes Page 4 A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2024-5, A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OWNERS TO SUBSTANTIALLY DEMOLISH AND RECONFIGURE THE FIRST FLOOR, AND CONSTRUCT A FIRST-FLOOR ADDITION AND A NEW SECOND FLOOR TO AN EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AT 17509 GERRITT AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5000) (APN 7022-004-007). The motion carried (4 - 0) as follows: AYES: Burd, Jhaveri, Pulido, Gilhuys NOES: None ABSENT: Gandhi ABSTAIN: None 8C. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2024- 6, 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 17612 MAPES AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5000) (APN 7034-010-017).* *Pursuant to Section 15301 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 residential project. Discussion about room requirements, California building code, and doors ensued. Chair Gilhuys opened public comments. Seeing none, Chair Gilhuys closed public comments. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Jhaveri, and seconded by Commissioner Burd to waive full reading of and adopt a resolution captioned as follows: A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2024-6, 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 17612 MAPES AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE- FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5000) (APN 7034-010-017). The motion carried (4 - 0) as follows: AYES: Burd, Jhaveri, Pulido, Gilhuys NOES: None ABSENT: Gandhi ABSTAIN: None 8D. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING THAT THE

City of Cerritos June 5, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes Page 5 CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL APPROVE DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 2024- 2, A REQUEST TO AMEND CHAPTER 22.94 – ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE, CLARIFYING THE DEFINITION OF A PUBLIC PLACE AND AMENDING VALUE THRESHOLDS FOR THE DONATION OF, PLACEMENT OF, OR CONTRIBUTION TOWARDS ART INSTALLATION IN THE CITY OF CERRITOS, WITH A RELATED AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF CERRITOS MASTER FEE SCHEDULE FOR THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES IN-LIEU FEE.* *Pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review. Advanced Planning Manager Sabrina Chan displayed a PowerPoint presentation on the proposed development code amendment and related amendment to the City of Cerritos Master Fee Schedule. Commissioners discussed development project valuation, criteria and approval of public art pieces, fiscal value of art pieces, existing public art pieces, and a survey of other cities. Clarification of the resolution was also provided. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Jhaveri, and seconded by Commissioner Pulido to waive full reading of and adopt a resolution captioned as follows, recommending that the City Council approve Development Code Amendment 2024-2 and a related amendment to the City of Cerritos Master Fee Schedule: A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING THAT THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL APPROVE DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT 2024-2, A REQUEST TO AMEND CHAPTER 22.94 – ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE, CLARIFYING THE DEFINITION OF A PUBLIC PLACE AND AMENDING VALUE THRESHOLDS FOR THE DONATION OF, PLACEMENT OF, OR CONTRIBUTION TOWARDS ART INSTALLATION IN THE CITY OF CERRITOS, WITH A RELATED AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF CERRITOS MASTER FEE SCHEDULE FOR THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES IN-LIEU FEE. The motion carried (4 - 0) as follows: AYES: Burd, Jhaveri, Pulido, Gilhuys NOES: None ABSENT: Gandhi ABSTAIN: None 9. New and Old Business 9A. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION FINDING THE PROPOSED CITY OF CERRITOS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024- 2025 IN CONFORMITY WITH THE CERRITOS GENERAL PLAN

City of Cerritos June 5, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes Page 6 Acting Director of Public Works/City Engineer Dario Simoes presented details about the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2024 City of Cerritos Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Commissioners discussed the following topics: the Cerritos Sculpture Garden, fiber optic network improvements, park renovations, the Del Amo Boulevard Bridge replacement project, Measure M, arterial landscaping, residential parkway trees, and any changes that may have occurred between the CIP presentation in 2023 and the CIP presentation in 2024. Chair Gilhuys opened public comments. Seeing none, Chair Gilhuys closed public comments. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Jhaveri, and seconded by Commissioner Pulido to waive full reading of and adopt a resolution captioned as follows, recommending City Council approval: A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION FINDING THE PROPOSED CITY OF CERRITOS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 IN CONFORMITY WITH THE CERRITOS GENERAL PLAN. The motion carried (4 - 0) as follows: AYES: Burd, Jhaveri, Pulido, Gilhuys NOES: None ABSENT: Gandhi ABSTAIN: None 10. Communications 10A. Reports from the Department of Community Development Director of Community Development Kristin Aguila stated that the next Planning Commision meeting is scheduled for July 3, 2024, and deferred to City Attorney Bill Ihrke for comments related to the excusal of Vice Chair Gandhi, after which the Commission took action accordingly. MOTION: It was moved by Chair Gilhuys, and seconded by Commissioner Jhaveri to excuse the absence of Commissioner Bavin Gandhi. The motion carried (4 - 0) as follows: AYES: Burd, Jhaveri, Pulido, Gilhuys NOES: None ABSENT: Gandhi ABSTAIN: None 10B. Reports from Cerritos Planning Commissioners Commissioners thanked Commissioner Jhaveri for serving as Chair, and congratulated Chair Gilhuys and Vice Chair Gandhi on their new roles.

City of Cerritos June 5, 2024 Planning Commission Minutes Page 7 11. Adjournment _______________________________ Kristin Aguila Secretary Attest: __________________________________ Chair Carla Gilhuys Approved: August 7, 2024 /s/Kristin Aguila /s/Carla Gilhuys

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION

WEDNESDAY - JUNE 5, 2024 - 07:00 P.M.

CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER 18125 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE, CERRITOS, CA 90703

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1.

Call to Order

2.

Pledge of Allegiance

3.

Roll Call

4.

Annual Reorganization of the Planning Commission

5.

Presentation of Plaques

6.

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.

7.

Approval of the Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes

MINUTES

8.

Public Hearings

8A.

Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2024-4, A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OWNERS TO DEMOLISH AN EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AND CONSTRUCT A NEW TWO-STORY RESIDENCE AT 19211 BECHARD AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-6500) (APN 7044-001-023). * *The applicant has also proposed an attached accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on the subject property. In accordance with state planning and zoning laws, and with concurrence by the applicant, the public hearing will not apply to the proposed ADU, which will be processed administratively by City staff after completion of review for the new two-story residence on the property pursuant to Precise Plan 2024-4. *Pursuant to Section 15303 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review.

AGENDA REPORT

EXHIBIT 25: PRESENTATION PACKET

POWERPOINT PRESENTATION

8B.

Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING PRECISE PLAN 2024-5, A PROPOSAL BY THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY OWNERS TO SUBSTANTIALLY DEMOLISH AND RECONFIGURE THE FIRST FLOOR, AND CONSTRUCT A FIRST-FLOOR ADDITION AND A NEW SECOND FLOOR TO AN EXISTING ONE-STORY RESIDENCE AT 17509 GERRITT AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA, 90703. THE SUBJECT PROPERTY IS ZONED SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (RS-5000) (APN 7022-004-007).* *Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review.

AGENDA REPORT

EXHIBIT 27: PRESENTATION PACKET

POWERPOINT PRESENTATION