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PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
Regular Meeting
October 22, 2003
Chairman Macias called the Regular Meeting of the City of Rancho Cucamonga Planning
Commission to order at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was held in the Board Room at Cucamonga County
Water District, 10440 Ashford Street, Rancho Cucamonga, California. Vice Chairman McNiel then
led in the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL
COMMISSIONERS: PRESENT: Richard Fletcher, Cristine McPhail, Larry McNiel, Pam Stewart
ABSENT: Rich Macias
STAFF PRESENT: Brad Buller, City Planner; Dan Coleman, Principal Planner; Kevin Ennis,
Assistant City Attorney; Douglas Fenn, Associate Planner; Nancy Fong,
Senior Planner; Donald Granger,Assistant Planner, Dan James, Senior Civil
Engineer, Brent Le Count, Associate Planner; Debra Meier, Associate
Planner; Warren More lion, Assistant Planner, Gail Sanchez, Planning
Commission Secretary
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Brad Buller, City Planner, announced that there would be a special workshop beginning at 8:00 a.m.
on Friday, October 31, 2003. He also indicated that a tour was being set up to visit a project called
Ladera Ranch in Orange County on November 13, 2003. He stated the Commissioners were invited
and should advise staff if they will be able to attend.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: Moved by Stewart, seconded by McPhail, carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent), to approve the
minutes of October 8, 2003.
Motion: Moved by Stewart, seconded by McPhail, carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent), to approve the
minutes of October 8, 2003, Adjourned.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00164-JUSTIN DING-A request for design review for 7
single family residences on 7 lots in the Very Low Residential District (.1-2 dwelling units per
acre) on 4.76 acres of land, located on the northwest corner of Wilson Avenue and Mayberry
Avenue-APN: 1074-261-05. Related files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16274, Tree Removal
Permit DRC2002-00528, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2003-00950. On December 11,2002,a
Mitigated Negative Declaration was adopted by the Planning Commission for Tentative Tract
Map SUBTT16274. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further
environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor
revisions to projects within the scope of a previous Negative Declaration.
Motion: Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Stewart,to adopt the Consent Calendar. Motion carried
by the following vote:
AYES: FLETCHER, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: MACIAS - carried
PUBLIC HEARINGS
B. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT16311-BLESSENT
- A request to subdivide 10.8 acres of land into 47 single-family lots in the Low-Medium
Residential District (4-8 dwelling units per acre), located at the southeast corner of 6th Street
and Hellman Avenue - APN: 0210-062-05 and 06. Related File: Historic Point of Interest
DRC2003-00818.
Dan Coleman, Principal Planner, presented the staff report.
Vice Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing.
Tom Blessent, 814 Amiford Drive, San Diego, stated his mother and sisters were present in the
audience. He thanked staff for working the item through the process. He said staffs efforts show
throughout the City.
Hearing no further testimony, Vice Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Stewart stated the item was very straightforward at the Design Review Committee
meeting.
Motion: Moved by Stewart, seconded by McPhail, to issue a Negative Declaration and adopt the
resolution approving Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16311. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: FLETCHER, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: MACIAS - carried
C. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT16320-KIM AYLOR
- A request to subdivide 4.9 acres of land into 7 single-family lots in the Very Low Residential
District (.1-2 dwelling units per acre), located at the south side of Vista Grove, north of
Woodridge Drive, east of Hermosa Avenue - APN: 1074-231-04 and 05. Related File: Tree
Removal Permit DRC2003-00918.
Nancy Fong, Senior Planner, presented the staff report.
Vice Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing.
Kim Aylor, 8401 White Oak Avenue, Suite 108, Rancho Cucamonga, thanked staff for an excellent
job assisting in the processing of the project.
Hearing no further testimony, Vice Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing.
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Commissioner Fletcher observed he looked at the project several times in the design review process
and thought Mr. Aylor worked well to resolve the issues.
Motion: Moved by Fletcher, seconded by McPhail to issue a Negative Declaration and adopt the
resolution approving Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16320. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: FLETCHER, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: MACIAS - carried
D. TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16238 - SILVER OAK DEVELOPMENT - A request to
subdivide 3.47 acres of land into 3 parcels in the Mixed Use District(Subarea 18), located at the
southwest comer of Milliken Avenue and 6th Street - APN: 0210-082-58. Related File:
Development Review DRC2003-00330.
Doug Fenn,Associate Planner, presented the staff report and indicated staff suggested a change to
the resolution to clarify the environmental findings.
Vice Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing.
Warren Williams, Silver Oak Development, 8175 East Kaiser Boulevard,Anaheim, commended the
City on the Subarea 18 Specific Plan. He indicated staff was helpful and he requested approval.
Hearing no further testimony, Vice Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing.
Commissioner McPhail felt the Parcel Map was a straightforward request.
Motion: Moved by McPhail, seconded by Stewart to adopt the resolution approving Tentative Parcel
Map SUBTPM16238. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: FLETCHER, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: MACIAS - carried
E. MODIFICATION NO. 2 TO TENTATIVE TRACT MAP SUBTT15974 - AMERICAN BEAUTY
DEVELOPMENT CO./STANDARD PACIFIC - A request to amend the previously approved
tentative tract by adding 3 out parcels consisting of 10 lots into a development project known as
the Victoria Arbors in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, generally bounded
by Base Line Road, Etiwanda Avenue, Church Street, and Day Creek Channel-APN: 0227-
161-39 thru 46 and 0227-171-13, 19,21,26 thru 35, 37, 38, and 39. Related files: Modification
No. 3 to DRCDR01-04 and Tree Removal Permit DRC2003-0639.
F. MODIFICATION NO. 3 TO DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRCDR01-04 —AMERICAN BEAUTY
DEVELOPMENT CO./STANDARD PACIFIC—A request to amend the Master Plan by adding 3
out parcels consisting of 10 single-family lots into the project area known as the Victoria Arbors
in the Mixed Use District of the Victoria Community Plan, generally bounded by Base Line Road,
Etiwanda Avenue, Day Creek Channel, and Foothill Boulevard —APN: 0227-161-39 thru 46;
0227-171-13, 19, 21, 26 thru 35, 37, 38, and 39; and 0227-210-37 thru 44. Related files:
Modification No. 2 to Tentative Tract Map SUBTT15974 and Tree Removal Permit
DRC2003-00639.
Nancy Fong, Senior Planner, presented the staff report and stated staff suggested a change to
resolution to clarify the environmental findings.
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Commissioner Stewart asked if the houses are the same level of detail as agreed upon.
Ms. Fong responded affirmatively on the houses approved on the Diamond Parcel and the west half
of the parcel at Church Street and Etiwanda Avenue and pointed out that no houses are approved
for the southeast corner of Base Line Road and Victoria Park Lane or the lot that fronts Etiwanda
Avenue north of Church Street.
Vice Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing.
Mike White, Standard Pacific, 255 East Rincon Street, Corona, thanked Planning and Engineering
staff for work on the overall Victoria Arbors project. He indicated they bought the out parcels and the
Arshad project will be developed by Standard Pacific and will be the same as the houses at Vintage.
He stated they plan to sell the parcel along Etiwanda Avenue because they feel it would be more
fitting for a custom builder.
Hearing no further testimony, Vice Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Stewart believed the application makes good sense for the total development of the
project.
Motion: Moved by Stewart, seconded by McPhail, to adopt the resolutions approving Modification
No. 2 to Tentative Tract Map SUBTT15974 and Modification No. 3 to Development Review
DRCDR01-04. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: FLETCHER, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: MACIAS -carried
G. VARIANCE DRC2003-00904-LEWIS APARTMENT COMMUNITIES-A proposed Variance for
perimeter wall/fence height exceeding 8 feet in overall height,through a combination of retaining
walls (4 to 5 feet in height) and tubular steel fences (6 feet in height) for a total height not to
exceed 11 feet, located at the northwest comer of Church Street and Terra Vista Parkway-
APN: 0227-151-30 and 64. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map SUBTT16157 and Development
Review DRC2001-00791.
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Debra Meier, Associate Planner, presented the staff report.
Vice Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing.
Chris Greiner, Lewis Apartment Communities, 1156 North Mountain Avenue, Upland thanked staff
for the opportunity to work with them on the project. He said the developer was looking forward to
getting started.
Hearing no further testimony, Vice Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Fletcher felt the project makes sense.
Motion: Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Stewart, to adopt the resolution approving Variance
DRC2003-00904. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: FLETCHER, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: MACIAS '- carried
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H. ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA-TRAIGH PACIFIC-A proposed
annexation of approximately 240 acres of land into the City of Rancho Cucamonga within the
Etiwanda North Specific Plan, located north of the lower Southern California Edison (SCE)
Corridor between Etiwanda Avenue and East Avenue-APN: 0225-083-05, 06,07, 10, and 21
thru 26 and 0225-084-02 and 03.
I. PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND GENERAL
PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2003-00410 - TRAIGH PACIFIC - A proposed General Plan
Amendment of 166.07 acres of land from Very-Low (VL) Residential (.1-2 dwelling units per
acre), to Low (L) Residential (2-4 dwelling units per acre) and Conservation for land located
north of the Southern California Edison corridor between Etiwanda Avenue and East Avenue-
APN: 0225-083-05, 06, 07, 10, 22, 23, 25, and 2. Related Files: Tentative Tract Map
SUBTT14749, Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment DRC2003-00409 and Development
Agreement DRC2003-00411.
J. PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND ETIWANDA
NORTH SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT DRC2003-00409-TRAIGH PACIFIC - A proposed
Etiwanda North Specific Plan Amendment of 166.07 acres of land from Very-Low (VL)
Residential(.1-2 dwelling units per acre), to Low(L)Residential(2-4 dwelling units per acre)and
Flood Control/Resource Conservation(FC/RC), and master-planned circulation modifications to
the north, for land located north of the Southem California Edison corridor between Etiwanda
Avenue and East Avenue -APN: 0225-083-05, 06, 07, 10, 22, 23, 25, and 26. Related Files:
Tentative Tract Map SUBTT14749, General Plan Amendment DRC2003-00410 and
Development Agreement DRC2003-00411.
K. PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND TENTATIVE
TRACT MAP SUBTT14749 -TRAIGH PACIFIC-A proposed subdivision of 168.77 acres into
269 residential lots and a remainder parcel in the Low(L)Residential District(2-4 dwelling units
per acre) and Flood Control (FC)within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, located north of the
Southern California Edison corridor between Etiwanda Avenue and East Avenue-APN: 0225-
083-05, 06, 07, 10,22,23, 25, and 26 and 0225-084-02. Related Files: Etiwanda North Specific
Plan Amendment DRC2003-00409, General Plan Amendment DRC2003-00410, and
Development Agreement DRC2003-00411.
L. PUBLIC SCOPING MEETING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND
DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT DRC2003-00411 - TRAIGH PACIFIC - A proposed
Development Agreement to address specific conditions of development and annexation for
168.77 acres of land within the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, located north of the Southern
California Edison corridor between Etiwanda Avenue and East Avenue-APN:0225-083-05,06,
07, 10, 22, 23, 25, and 26 and 0225-084-02. Related Files: SUBTT14749, Etiwanda North
Specific Plan Amend
Debra Meier,Associate Planner, presented the staff report. She stated that written information was
received from Etiwanda School District, Spirit of the Sage Council, California Department of Fish and
Game, Caltrans, Local Agency Formation Commission, Cucamonga, County Water District, Air
Quality Management District, and Southern California Association of Governments, and all
comments have been forwarded to the consultant preparing the EIR. In addition,Ms.Meier indicated
she spoke with two residents who live north of the site, who expressed concerns about access to
their property. She stated those access concerns were legitimate and staff is continuing to work with
the property owners. She indicated she hoped to have the Environmental Impact Report public
hearing before the Commission at its meeting on December 10, 2003.
Vice Chairman McNiel asked if the parcel to the east of Etiwanda Creek is for future development.
Mr. Meier responded that other areas would remain in the County under the ownership of San
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Bernardino County Flood Control. She indicated part is for Etiwanda Creek and the rest will be left in
its natural state as mitigations for improvements to Etiwanda Creek and San Sevaine Channel.
Vice Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing.
Craig Page, C. A. Page Company, 200 Opal Avenue, Newport Beach, stated he is a consultant for
Traigh Pacific. He noted the developer has already provided project data to the City and the EIR
consultant.
There were no public comments.
Vice Chairman McNiel asked how many more meetings will take place to discuss the project.
Ms. Meier responded the public hearing regarding the EIR document is tentatively scheduled for
December 10, 2003, with the final EIR and final response to comments before the Commission in
January and action by the City Council in February. She noted the applications would be forwarded
to LAFCO following City Council action.
Vice Chairman McNiel asked how far the notices were mailed beyond the boundary of the property.
Ms. Meier replied notices were sent a minimum of 300 feet and she then extended beyond that
boundary in some cases to pick up whole streets and entire neighborhoods.
Vice Chairman McNiel observed the noticing exceeded the legal requirement.
Ms. Meier indicated it did and pointed out notices were sent to the small private properties to the
north even though they are in excess of 300 feet because they depend upon access via Etiwanda
Avenue and Wardman Bullock Road. She said she did that so they would have an opportunity to
comment on accessing utilities and other special issues.
M. VARIANCE DRC2003-00836 - G & L COMMERCIAL, LLC-A request to reduce the required
building setback from 45 feet to 33 feet along Haven Avenue for a right deceleration lane for
four office buildings totaling 32,506 square feet on 2.0 acres of land in the Industrial Park District
(Subarea 6) within the Haven Avenue Overlay District, located on the east side of Haven
Avenue, approximately 760 feet south of Arrow Route-APN: 0209-491-08. Related Files: Pre-
Application Review DRC2003-00106,Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16123, and Development
Review DRC2003-00107.
N. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16123- G & L
COMMERCIAL, LLC - A request for a single parcel subdivision for Industrial Condominium
purposes on 2.0 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 6) within the Haven
Avenue Overlay District, located on the east side of Haven Avenue, approximately 760 feet
south of Arrow Route-APN: 0209-491-08. Related Files: Pre-Application Review DRC2003-
00106, Development Review DRC2003-00107, and Variance DRC2003-00836.
Q. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00107- G & L
COMMERCIAL, LLC-A request to construct four office buildings totaling 32,506 square feet on
2.0 acres of land in the Industrial Park District (Subarea 6) within the Haven Avenue Overlay
District, located on the east side of Haven Avenue, approximately 760 feet south of Arrow Route
-APN: 0209-491-08. Related Files: Pre-Application Review DRC2003-00106,Tentative Parcel
Map SUBTPM16123, and Variance DRC2003-00836.
Donald Granger, Assistant Planner, presented the staff report.
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Vice Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing.
Wayne Litman, G & L Commercial, 3419 Via Lido, Suite 438, Newport Beach, stated they are proud
of the project. He indicated he worked with staff for over a year and he felt that,with staffs help, the
development will make a wonderful impact on Haven Avenue.
Commissioner Fletcher observed there was a discussion of the Dryvit product at the Design Review
Committee meeting. He asked if some of the referenced locations are in Ladera Ranch.
Mr. Litman responded negatively.
Hearing no further testimony, Vice Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing. He agreed it will be a
fine project.
Motion: Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Stewart, to issue a Negative Declaration and adopt the
resolutions approving Variance DRC2003-00836, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16123, and
Development Review DRC2003-00107. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: FLETCHER, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: MACIAS - carried
O. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16124- G & L
COMMERCIAL, LLC(MONROE COURT OFFICE COMPLEX-NORTH)-A request for a single
parcel subdivision for industrial condominium purposes on .96 acre of land in the Industrial Park
District (Subarea 6) of the Haven Avenue Overlay District, located at the northwest end of
Monroe Court, east of Haven Avenue - APN: 0209-491-12. Related Files: Pre-Application
Review DRC2003-00108 and Development Review DRC2003-00109.
P. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP SUBTPM16125- G & L
COMMERCIAL, LLC(MONROE COURT OFFICE COMPLEX-SOUTH)-A request for a single
parcel subdivision for industrial condominium purposes on .89 acre of land in the Industrial Park
District (Subarea 6) of the Haven Avenue Overlay District, located at the northwest end of
Monroe Court, east of Haven Avenue - APN: 0209-491-13. Related Files: Pre-Application
Review DRC2003-00108, Development Review DRC2003-00110, and Tree Removal Permit
DRC2003-00795.
R. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00109- G & L
COMMERCIAL, LLC(MONROE COURT OFFICE COMPLEX-NORTH)-A request to construct
a 10,056 square foot office/medical building on .96 acre of land in the Industrial Park District
(Subarea 6) of the Haven Avenue Overlay District, located at the northwest end of Monroe
Court, east of Haven Avenue - APN: 0209-491-12. Related Files: Pre-Application Review
DRC2003-00108 and Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16124.
S. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00110- G & L
COMMERCIAL, LLC(MONROE COURT OFFICE COMPLEX-SOUTH)-A request to construct
a 10,056 square foot office/medical building on .89 acre of land in the Industrial Park District
(Subarea 6) of the Haven Avenue Overlay District, located at the northwest end of Monroe
Court, east of Haven Avenue - APN: 0209-491-13. Related Files: Pre-Application Review
DRC2003-00108, Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16125, and Tree Removal Permit DRC2003-
00795.
Warren Morelion, Assistant Planner, presented the staff report.
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Vice Chairman McNiel opened the public hearing.
Wayne Litman, G &L Commercial, 3419 Via Lido, Suite 438, Newport Beach, stated they decided to
have medical uses on the two southerly buildings. He indicated they parked the buildings at 6 per
1,000 to meet the medical requirements while the buildings to the north are parked at 4 per 1,000.
He observed they are similar in design. He explained they made the buildings smaller to allow room
for the parking.
Hearing no further testimony, Vice Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Fletcher commented that the applicant worked diligently to resolve all problems.
Motion: Moved by Stewart, seconded by McPhail, to issue a Negative Declaration and adopt the
resolutions approving Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16124, Development Review DRC2003-00109,
Tentative Parcel Map SUBTPM16125, and Development Review DRC2003-00110. Motion carried
by the following vote:
AYES: FLETCHER, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: MACIAS - carried
NEW BUSINESS
Q. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00107- G & L
COMMERCIAL, LLC
Heard in conjunction with Public Hearing Items M and N. '
R. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00109- G & L
COMMERCIAL, LLC (MONROE COURT OFFICE COMPLEX- NORTH)
S. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00110- G & L
COMMERCIAL, LLC (MONROE COURT OFFICE COMPLEX- SOUTH)
Heard in conjunction with Public Hearing Items 0 and P.
T. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2003-00843-JCPENNEY-A request to construct a two story,
133,000 square foot department store (JCPenney) including hair salon, portrait studio, and
optical department within the Victoria Gardens Regional Center in the Mixed Use District of the
Victoria Community Plan located north of Foothill Boulevard, south of Church Street, between
Day Creek Boulevard and the 1-15 Freeway-APN: 0227-171-22 and 23; 0227-201-30, 33, 35,
and 36; 0227-211-24, 39, and 40 thru 43; and 0227-262-35, 36, and 38.
Brent Le Count, Associate Planner, presented the staff report.
Commissioner Fletcher asked about the reference to EIFS.
Vice Chairman McNiel indicated that stands for exterior insulated finish systems. He explained it is
fabricated stucco. He invited public comment.
Mark Reinhodehl, Nudell Architects, 31690 West Twelve Mile Road, Farmington,Michigan, stated he
was representing JCPenney. He expressed appreciation for working with Brent Le Count and said
he was very helpful, cooperative, and patient.
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Commissioner Fletcher asked if the decorative cornice on the four sides of the building that was
requested at Design Review design has been provided.
Mr. Reinhodehl responded affirmatively. He said it has been added to all four sides except for the
entrance projection.
Vice Chairman McNiel asked the shape of the cornice.
Mr. Le Count showed drawings.
Mr. Reinhodehl stated the cornices are 4 feet deep with a three-step tier to the profile.
Vice Chairman McNiel observed that it looks small because the building is so large. He thought it
gives the building a finished appearance.
Hearing no further testimony, Vice Chairman McNiel closed the public hearing.
Motion: Moved by Stewart, seconded by Fletcher, to adopt the resolution approving Development
Review DRC2003-00843. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: FLETCHER, McNIEL, McPHAIL, STEWART
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: MACIAS - carried
Vice Chairman McNiel asked when they will break ground.
Mr. Reinhodehl replied December 2003.
Brad Buller, City Planner, stated Mr. Le Count is continuing to work with Forest City, the shopping
center developer, and they have tenants who are lining up and they hope to open in October 2004.
He said there are a number of restaurants and a theater that would like to meet that deadline.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments at this time.
COMMISSION BUSINESS
Brad Buller, City Planner, stated there will be a workshop beginning at 8:00 a.m. on October 31,
2003, regarding demographics and development in the City and Sphere. He reported that the
Planning Division has already processed more applications in 2003 than all of 2002.
Vice Chairman McNiel observed there is a lot of grading being done at the northwest corner of the
two freeways. He questioned what it was for.
Mr. Buller replied they are cleaning out the retention basin to make sure there will not be problems
with the upcoming rainy season.
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ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Moved by McPhail, seconded by Fletcher, carried 4-0-1 (Macias absent), to adjourn. The
Planning Commission adjourned at 8:01 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. on October 31, 2003, at Rancho
Cucamonga City Hall for a workshop regarding an update on development activity. The workshop
minutes appear separately.
Respectfully submitted,
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Secretary
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