Planning Commission Meeting

City of Cerritos July 1, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 1 MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION HELD WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2026, 7:00 PM, IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER AT CERRITOS CITY HALL, 18125 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE, CERRITOS CALIFORNIA. 1. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Surti. 3. Roll Call All Members of the Planning Commission were declared present except Commissioner Jhaveri, who was noted absent and excused by a majority consensus of the Planning Commission. 4. Public Comments and Suggestions Chair Ao invited comments and suggestions from the public on items not listed on the agenda. Cerritos resident David Pylman expressed support for the Planning Commission’s monthly meetings and referenced the Planning Commission’s discussion related to signs and scope of authority at the June 3, 2026 Planning Commission meeting. Seeing and hearing no speakers wishing to address the Planning Commission, Chair Ao closed public comments. 5. Consent Calendar 5A. Approval of Minutes Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Reyes, and seconded by Vice Chair Chauhan, to approve the Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes. The motion carried (4-0) as follows: AYES: Ao, Chauhan, Surti, Reyes NOES: None ABSENT: Jhaveri ABSTAIN: None 6. Public Hearings 6A. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN 2026-6, A PROPOSAL BY DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION

City of Cerritos July 1, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 2 OF DICK'S HOUSE OF SPORT, A NEW RETAIL AND SPORTS EXPERIENCE STORE CONSISTING OF A 142,000-SQUARE-FOOT, TWO-STORY RETAIL BUILDING WITH ASSOCIATED LOADING AREAS AND AN 18,500-SQUARE-FOOT OUTDOOR ATHLETIC FIELD ON A 4.65-ACRE PROJECT SITE LOCATED AT 100 LOS CERRITOS MALL, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA 90703. THE SUBJECT SITE IS ZONED AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN TWENTY-ONE (ADP-21) (APN 7038-014-016).* *Pursuant to Section 15332 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA Review. A staff report was given by Current Planning Manager Amanda Acuña. A PowerPoint presentation was displayed providing details about the proposed redevelopment, which includes the construction of a new 141,630 square-foot two-story retail and sports experience store, with associated loading areas and an ancillary 18,515- square-foot outdoor athletic field that will serve as an accessory experiential sports component of the retail use. Mrs. Acuña concluded her presentation by stating that the project applicant and architect are available to answer any questions the Commission may have. Discussion followed regarding a public comment letter submitted by Supporters Alliance for Environmental Responsibility, or SAFER, concerning the use of a Class 32 Categorical Exemption under CEQA for the proposed project. Additional discussion addressed the proposed locations of Dick's House of Sport business signage, parking availability and whether dedicated parking would be provided, nearby freeway access, and the store's amenities, including the indoor rock climbing feature. Assistant City Attorney Shukan Patel discussed the comment letter received by SAFER, explaining that the proposed development is being evaluated as part of the overall project, including the demolition of the existing building, and that the City's environmental consultant had previously conducted an extensive analysis supporting the applicability of the Class 32 Categorical Exemption. Chair Ao opened the public hearing. The applicant's representative, Brian Bacik, provided additional information regarding Dick's House of Sport, including the company's operations, comparable locations throughout the country, and various store features, such as the indoor rock climbing wall and other experiential amenities. Additional discussion ensued regarding anticipated customer foot traffic, the estimated number of employees, the hiring process, the reasons for selecting Cerritos as the project location, the project's potential economic benefits and tax revenue, opportunities associated with the upcoming Olympic Games, and surrounding transportation infrastructure, including freeway access and traffic circulation. Seeing and hearing no speakers wishing to address the Planning Commission, Chair Ao closed public comments. MOTION: It was moved by Commissioner Reyes and seconded by Vice Chair Chauhan to waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2026-18: Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN 2026-6, A PROPOSAL BY DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF DICK'S

City of Cerritos July 1, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 3 HOUSE OF SPORT, A NEW RETAIL AND SPORTS EXPERIENCE STORE CONSISTING OF A 142,000-SQUARE-FOOT, TWO-STORY RETAIL BUILDING WITH ASSOCIATED LOADING AREAS AND AN 18,500-SQUARE-FOOT OUTDOOR ATHLETIC FIELD ON A 4.65-ACRE PROJECT SITE LOCATED AT 100 LOS CERRITOS MALL, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA 90703. THE SUBJECT SITE IS ZONED AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN TWENTY-ONE (ADP-21) (APN 7038-014-016).* *Pursuant to Section 15332 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA Review. The motion carried (4-0) as follows: AYES: Ao, Chauhan, Surti, Reyes NOES: None ABSENT: Jhaveri ABSTAIN: None 6B. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN 1969-5(2026) AMENDMENT, A PROPOSAL BY THE PROPERTY OWNER TO REMODEL THE EXTERIOR OF THE EXISTING BUILDINGS AND COMPLETE OTHER RELATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS AT THE CARMENITA PLAZA NORTH SHOPPING CENTER LOCATED AT 13321 – 13349 ARTESIA BOULEVARD AND 17303 CARMENITA ROAD, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA 90703. THE SUBJECT SITE IS ZONED NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL (CN) (APNS 7008-015-002, 7008-015-003, AND 7008-015-004).* *Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA Review. A staff report was given by Senior Planner Jeremy Loh. A PowerPoint presentation was displayed, providing details about the proposed exterior remodel of the existing buildings and other related site improvements within the shopping center located at 13321-13349 Artesia Boulevard and 17303 Carmenita Road, Cerritos, California, 90703. Mr. Loh continued his concluded his presentation by stating that the project applicants are available to answer any questions the Commission may have. Discussion followed regarding the existing legal nonconformity related to the number of parking spaces at the shopping center. Additional discussion addressed parking stall dimensions, business signage, the existing and proposed monument signage along the street frontages, and the potential for future remodeling of adjacent portions of the shopping center. Chair Ao opened the public hearing. The project applicant, Vasken Tatarian, provided additional information regarding the proposed project, including the existing tenants within the shopping center, whether tenant businesses would remain operational during construction, and the existing perimeter wall adjacent to the neighboring school. Cerritos resident David Pylman and commercial property owner Samir Ram provided public comments regarding the project's proximity to the neighboring school, parking availability, and opportunities to coordinate future improvements with neighboring businesses and encourage additional façade renovations within the shopping center.

City of Cerritos July 1, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 4 Seeing and hearing no other speakers wishing to address the Planning Commission, Chair Ao closed the public hearing. MOTION: It was moved by Vice Chair Chauhan and seconded by Commissioner Reyes to waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2026-19: Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN 1969- 5(2026) AMENDMENT, A PROPOSAL BY THE PROPERTY OWNER TO REMODEL THE EXTERIOR OF THE EXISTING BUILDINGS AND COMPLETE OTHER RELATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS AT THE CARMENITA PLAZA NORTH SHOPPING CENTER LOCATED AT 13321 – 13349 ARTESIA BOULEVARD AND 17303 CARMENITA ROAD, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA 90703. THE SUBJECT SITE IS ZONED NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL (CN) (APNS 7008-015-002, 7008-015-003, AND 7008-015-004).* *Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA Review. The motion carried (4-0) as follows: AYES: Ao, Chauhan, Surti, Reyes NOES: None ABSENT: Jhaveri ABSTAIN: None 7. Reports 7A. Reports from Designated Commission Liaison A report was provided by Designated Commission Liaison Amanda Acuña providing follow-up to the Commission's request made at the June 3, 2026, meeting. Staff provided the Commission with the City’s Guidebook for Elected and Appointed Officials prepared by the Office of the City Clerk, as well as information outlining the policy and process for the Planning Commission to bring forward requests for policy changes. 7B. Reports from Planning Commission Members Reports were given by Vice Chair Chauhan and Chair Ao. 8. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 8:44 p.m. /s/ Amanda Acuña Amanda Acuña Secretary to the Planning Commission

City of Cerritos July 1, 2026 Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Page 5 Attest: /s/ Benjamin Ao Benjamin Ao Chair Approved: August 5, 2026

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA

CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION

WEDNESDAY - JULY 1, 2026 - 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 cerritos.gov and at the Community Development Department, 18125 Bloomfield Avenue, 2nd floor, Cerritos, CA, 90703 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 Department during regular business hours. Requests for agenda materials or meeting participation assistance can also be made by email to planning@cerritos.gov or by phone at (562) 916-1201 during regular business hours.

Order of Agenda

The Commission, by majority of those members present, may reorder the business items listed on the agenda.

PUBLIC OBSERVATION AND PARTICIPATION

The public can observe the meeting via livestream on the City’s website at cerritos.gov, on cable television at Cerritos TV3, or in person in the Council Chamber.

Public Comments

Members of the public may provide public comment for this meeting in person at the meeting or or in writing as described below.

In-person public comment : Public comment on business agenda items will be opened and may be provided during consideration of that business agenda item. Public comment on Consent Calendar and non-agenda items will be opened and may be provided during Agenda Item No. 4.

Written public comment (hard copy or email) : Public comment may be submitted via email to planning@cerritos.gov or by hard copy to the Community Development Department no later than 3:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please identify the agenda item number in the subject line of the email or hard copy document. All written correspondence received by the 3:00 p.m. deadline will be distributed to the Commission prior to the meeting and retained with the official meeting record.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations

In compliance with the ADA, any person with a disability who requires accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should contact City of Cerritos ADA/504 Coordinator, Drew Schneider, at (562) 916-1314 at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. The City will use its best efforts to provide reasonable accommodations related to the meeting.

1.

Call to Order

2.

Pledge of Allegiance

3.

Roll Call

4.

Public Comments and Suggestions This section is reserved for public comment on Consent Calendar and items not listed on the agenda but that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. Verbal comments may be limited to three minutes per speaker, subject to the Chair extending to a maximum of five minutes per speaker, with a total time allotted not to exceed 45 minutes unless the Chair extends.

5.

Consent Calendar Items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. Subject to the discretion of the Commission, there will be no separate discussion of these items. If a Commission member requests separate consideration, the item may be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.

5A.

Approval of Minutes

Regular Meeting Minutes of June 3, 2026

6.

Public Hearings

6A.

Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN 2026-6, A PROPOSAL BY DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, INC, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF DICK'S HOUSE OF SPORT, A NEW RETAIL AND SPORTS EXPERIENCE STORE CONSISTING OF A 142,000-SQUARE-FOOT, TWO-STORY RETAIL BUILDING WITH ASSOCIATED LOADING AREAS AND AN 18,500-SQUARE-FOOT OUTDOOR ATHLETIC FIELD ON A 4.65-ACRE PROJECT SITE LOCATED AT 100 LOS CERRITOS MALL, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA 90703. THE SUBJECT SITE IS ZONED AREA DEVELOPMENT PLAN TWENTY-ONE (ADP-21) (APN 7038-014-016). * *Pursuant to Section 15332 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA Review.

Agenda Report

Exhibit 25-CEQA Technical Memorandum-February 6, 2026

Exhibit 27-Presentation Packet

6B.

Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CERRITOS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF PRECISE PLAN 1969-5(2026) AMENDMENT, A PROPOSAL BY THE PROPERTY OWNER TO REMODEL THE EXTERIOR OF THE EXISTING BUILDINGS AND COMPLETE OTHER RELATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS AT THE CARMENITA PLAZA NORTH SHOPPING CENTER LOCATED AT 13321 - 13349 ARTESIA BOULEVARD AND 17303 CARMENITA ROAD, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA 90703. THE SUBJECT SITE IS ZONED NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL (CN) (APNS 7008-015-002, 7008-015-003, AND 7008-015-004).* *Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA Review.

Agenda Report

Exhibit 23-Presentation Packet