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PC 01-10-94 CITY OF CUPERTINO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA 10300 Torre Avenue Cupertino, CA. 95014 (408) 252-4505 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION HELD ON JANUARY la, 1994 SALUTE TO THE FLAG: ROLL CALL: Commissioners Present: Chairwoman Austin Vice Chairperson Mahoney Commissioner Roberts Commissioners Absent: Commissioner Doyle Robert Cowan, Director of Community Development Ciddy Wordell, City Planner Colin Jung, Associate Planner Michele Bjurman, Planner II Thomas Robillard, Planner II Staff Present: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: ABSENT: Com. Roberts moved to approve the minutes of December 13, 1993, as presented Com. Mahoney Passed 3 - 0-1 Com. Doyle POSTPONEMENTS OR NEW AGENDA ITEMS: Item 4: Item 5: Item 6: Item 7: MOTION: App1ication 6-EXC-93 Lotus Development & Constr. Inc 22661 San Juan Road - Removed from Calendar 1\pplication 7-EXC-93 Lotus Development & Constr.. Inc 22801 San .Juan Road - Removed from Calendar Application 8-EXC- 93 - Larry Miller. 11835 lJpland Way (Lot 1l - Continued to the Planning Commission Meeting of January 24, 1994. Application 9-EXC-93 - Larry Miller. 11835 U~land Way (Lot 2l - Continued to the Planning Commission Meeting of January 24, 1994. Com. Mahoney moved to remove items 4 & 5 from the Calendar and continue items 6 & 7 to the meeting of January 24, 1993. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January lO, 1994 Page 2 SECOND: VOTE: ABSENT: Com. Roberts Passed Com. Doyle 3-0-1 WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: - No Discussion ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: - None CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. Application No: Applicant: Property Owner: Location: 6-ASA-93 Robert H. Lee & Associates (Chevron USA) Chevron USA Products 10023 S. De Anza Blvd. Architectural review to add three illuminated spanners between gasoline dispensers, and to exceed the number of building signs for a commercial building allowed by Chapter 17.24 of the Cupertino Municipal Code. 2. Application No. 8-ASA-93 Applicant: Sign Designs Property Owners: Kinkos Location: 10991 De Anza Blvd. Architectural review for a roof-mounted sign, in accordance with Sections l7.24.060(B) and 17.24.l80(F). MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: ABSENT: Com. Mahoney moved to approve the Consent Calendar Com. Roberts Passed Com. Doyle 3-0-1 PUBLIC HEARINGS: 3. Application No(s) Applicant: Property Owner: Location: 32-U-85 (Modification) and l2-EA-93 Rancho San Antonio Ret. Housing Rancho San Antonio Ret. Housing Property Line at 1-280 USE PERMIT Modification to construct sound mitigation walls or berm adjacent to Interstate 280. Staff Presentation: Planner Robillard presented the staff dated January 10, 1994 noting the applicant is proposing to build a sound/visual barrier across a large swale and adjacent to unit 9 and 1-280. He stated noise from the freeway was recognized as a problem, so units were constructed with sound mitigating glass. He noted noise is not a problem within the units, but on the balconies and walkways. Mr. Robillard reviewed General Plan Policy 6-36 and noted that staff believes a wall will create a greater negative visual impact for the PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January la, 1994 Page 3 Forum residents as well as from the freeway. He stated that other options should be explored before building a wall. He noted the applicant's options are to install a berm across the swale with a sound wall on top of the berm. He stated the wall height would be approximately 8 ft. Option two is a wall, 2 a ft. at the highest point. Planner Robillard noted in 1991 trellis were approved by ASAC to address the view problem. He stated the landscape perspectives provided by the applicant are not an accurate perspective from the site or the freeway. He stated staff recommends that this item be continued in order for the applicant to present a better representation of what the wall will look like through a photo montage. In response to Com. Mahoney's question, Planner Robillard stated after looking through records he found no evidence of the sound wall to be built by Cal-Trans. He noted the distance from the edge of pavement to the closest unit is approximately 135 ft. Annlicant Prp.RP-ntation: Mr. Gabe Markinsohn, Forum Group, stated the original design of the project did consider the visual/sound barrier in this location. He stated Cal-Trans was planning to construct a sound wall in this location, but changed plans. He added the noise is a nuisance for people living at the Forum and noted 1-280 is one of the busiest highways in this part of California. Mr. Markinsohn noted seven units are not occupied because of noise and they are not in support of the other options suggested by staff. Mr. Markinsohn stated the goal is to build a berm with as little wall as possible. They have met with Cal-Trans and got a verbal agreement for encroachment on their property. He presented photos showing the view from the Forum and the freeway. Mr. Charles Salter, 130 Sutter Street, San Francisco, believes there is a misunderstanding in the staff report with regards to the alternatives. He stated they would need to plant a forest of trees to have a 10 decibel affect. He noted the only way to reduce noise is by blocking the sound. He noted a high berm with landscaping and a small wall will reduce the noise between 5 and 7 decibels. He stated to plant the vegetation, as suggested by staff, will not be effective. Mr. Markinsohn stated the size of can encroach on Cal-Trans property. no more that 15 ft. the wall depends on how much they He noted the total height will be Mr. Bret Melendy, Board of Directors, Housing corporation, stated he has been a resident at the Forum since November 1991. He noted he is representing the views of 315 Cupertino citizens who live at the forum and noted these residents plan to spend the rest of their lives in Cupertino. Mr. Melendy presented a petition to the Commission in favor of the sound/visual barrier. He noted noise is a problem throughout the proj ect. He noted many residents walk for health PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January lO, 1994 Page 4 reasons and the noise and the view of rushing traffic interfere with what is otherwise a serene environment. Mr. Melendy stated that the sound/visual barrier proposed, according to staff, will create a negati ve visual impact. He asked upon whom this impact will occur, the neighbors or the drivers on 280 who will at 60 miles an hour have about a three second interval? He added on behalf of the residents they would appreciate an immediate positive endorsement by the Commission of Option three as set forth in the staff report. Mr. Melendy presented a copy of his comments for the record. In response to Commissioners questions, Planner Robillard explained the noise levels taken from several balconies and reiterated that noise is not the problem from within, just outside the units. Chr. Austin stated there is a need for some kind of mitigation. She noted she would like to see a photo montage before moving forward. In response to Com. Roberts question, as pointed out by Mr. Salter, it would affective sound barrier. Planner Robillard stated that, take a forest of trees to be an In response to Com. Roberts question, Mr. Salter stated that a five decibel change level is considered to be a just noticeable difference in environmental noise. Com. Roberts stated this situation needs careful important to both the residents in this community added he would like to see a photo montage. study and it and outside. is He Com. Mahoney stated seeing the development over the swale got peoples attention and he does not want to see a wall there. He added he would like confirmation from Cal-Trans regarding the encroachment for the berm. Chr. Austin expressed concern about the visual impact of the wall. She noted she can understand the necessity, but this needs to be reviewed carefully. She spoke in favor of continuing this item in order to receive a photo montage. SECOND: VOTE: ABSENT: Com. Roberts moved to continue 32-U-85 to the meeting of February 14, 1994, with the request that the applicant provide a photo montage and more specific information. Com. Mahoney Passed 3-0-1 Com. Doyle MOTION: 8. Application No: Applicant: Property Owner: Location: 39-U-83 Rosalind Cardia Byer Properties 10594 South De Anza Blvd. Appeal of Director's decision to grant a one year extension of a temporary storage building. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January lO, 1994 Page 5 Staff Presentation: Planner Bjurman presented the staff report and outlined the location of the property. She noted the appeal is for a one year extension for the storage container for the Plumbing Bank. She stated in a letter from staff dated 1992, the applicant was granted a one year temporary use permit for a storage container, with the possibility of an additional one year, subject to them storing materials that are directly related to the retail sales of plumbing fixtures. She noted the primary concerns of the appellant has to do with the general commercial ordinance which prohibits plumbing shops and secondly the reliability of the performance standards. Ms. Bjurman noted, currently the general commercial ordinance specifically prohibits plumbing shops in a general commercial zone. She noted the term "Plumbing Shop" is not defined. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission set a public hearing to review the ordinance and to define "Plumbing Shop". Ms. Bjurman reviewed the performance standards as outlined in the staff report and stated these need to be addressed in the public hearing, as recommended by staff. In response to Com. Mahoney's container is temporary and alternatives for storage. question, Ms. Bjurman stated the storage the property owner must find other Mr. Cowan addressed the commercial ordinance which was written 25 to 30 years ago which lists many excluded uses and the Planning Commission needs to review this to make it clearer as to its intent. He stated staff needs more definition and the ordinance should reflect current retail activity. Mr. Eugene Adrain, Clay Street, Appellant, addressed letters from staff which indicates that staff was not going to approve this project. He noted this business is supposed to be retail and by allowing plumbing installation is allowing a larger number of trucks and more traffic. He presented photo copies of a phone book which listed Cupertino Plumbing under plumbing contractors. In response to Com. Mahoney's question, Mr. Adrain stated the major problem is the type of activity. Ms. Susan Adrain, Clay Street, stated her home is not shielded from the shop or the noise. She presented photos to the Commission outlining the activity on the site. She noted this business is not conducting strictly retail sales and asked how the City will monitor how much plumbing this business is doing? She added that all materials are supposed to be inside and if the storage container was removed this would eliminate some of the noise. Ms. Rosalind Cardia, 10594 S. De Anza Blvd., gave some background information on this business. She noted they do copper re-piping and the two names are for the one business which is family run. She noted they are seeking alternatives to the storage container and will hopefully remove it this coming year. Ms. Cardia showed pictures of their property and storage shed. She also showed pictures of other PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January 10, 1994 Page 6 properties within the City regarding trash enclosures and storage containers. She stated they have tried to meet with the Adrain IS requests and have dealt with complaints they have had. Ms. Cardia stated they have planted ash trees along the back of the Adrain 's property and have attempted to reduced both the noise levels and the visual impacts. She stated they would like an extension for the storage container at this time. Mr. Wang, 20398 Clay Street, stated he is opposed to the storage shed. He stated the issue is whether the ordinance will allow contracting in this location and this needs to be addressed. He noted he recently installed double pane windows to address the noise problem. He asked about the noise ordinance? Planner Bjurman stated a general commercial business is allowed to be operated from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. with the exception of deliveries which is B a.m. to B p.m. Mr. Wang stated that his property value is being hurt because of trucks and noise at the back of this center. He noted he would like to see proof that permanent storage is being looked into and would be against an ordinance that would allow contracting. Mr. John Statton, Chamber of Commerce, stated the Chamber supports the extension of the storage container and feels the extension is appropriate. He stated this is a clean lot and the container is not obtrusive. Mr. Statton stated the Plumbing Bank has worked with the neighbors and stated this center is becoming a vital commercial center for Cupertino. He stated the Plumbing Bank is a good neighbor and the larger issue is the out dated ordinance, as business has changed. He noted that there is an ongoing problem in Cupertino between residents behind shopping centers, but believes people buy their property knowing the center is there. He stated he would like to see approval for the extension. In response to Com. Roberts question, Ms. Cardia stated she had a car stereo installed in this area many years ago. Ms. Adrain stated the pine trees were a fire hazard and she asked for them to be removed and suggested replacing them with ash trees. She noted she moved into her house in 1977. Ms. Adrain suggested a sign that would require engines to be turned off while delivering or waiting. Com. Mahoney stated the real issue is, whether this is the right type of business for this environment and meeting the spirit of the ordinance? He stated this business appears to be appropriate at this time and would support the extension for the storage container for one more year only. He added that the commercial ordinance should be revisited and he would support the sign, as suggested by Mrs Adrain. Com. Roberts stated he concurs with Com. Mahoney's comments, but noted it disturbs him to see a business operating at this location which is PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January lO, 1994 Page 7 not a retail operation. He asked staff to look into the question of whether the operations of Cupertino Plumbing are at odds with the general understanding of what should be allowed in a general commercial zone. He spoke in favor of approving the extension for six months and this should be the last time. Chr. Austin expressed concern about the lack of communication between the neighbors and the business. She stated deliveries should be limited, but this is a useful business and would like to see it succeed. She supports the sign, as addressed by Mrs Adrain. She spoke in favor of the extension for six months to a year with no more renewals. Chr. Austin stated she would like to review the ordinance. MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: ABSENT: 9. Com. Mahoney moved to recommend approval of 39-U-B3 for a one year extension subject to the findings and subconclusions of the hearing and also at a future time initiate a public hearing to review the General Commercial Ordinance; sign should also be installed relative to cars running their engines. Chr. Austin Passed 3-0-1 Com. Doyle Application No: Applicant: Property Owner: Location: 10-EXC-93 Harlan Sethe Same 11B45 Upland Way EXCEPTION for an greater than 30% Municipal Code addition to an existing residence on in accordance with Section 19.40.050 slopes of the Staff Presentation: Associate Planner Jung presented the staff report dated January 10, 1994. He stated the exception is to build an addition onto a single family home. Mr. Jung showed a map and reviewed the additions to be made. He noted this land is bordering on the Midpeninsula Open Space and sits just below the ridge line. He noted both additions are one story and will be compatible to the existing building. Mr. Jung stated staff recommends approval. He also stated that the house is screened by foliage, not indicated on the map. Applicant Presentation: Mr. Harlan Sethe, llB45 Upland Way, stated he will answers any questions of the Commission. Com. Roberts stated this is a reasonable request. MOTION: SECOND: VOTE: ABSENT: Com. Roberts moved to approve application 10-EXC-93 subject to the findings and subconclusions of the hearing. Com. Mahoney Passed 3 - 0-1 Com. Doyle PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January 10, 1994 Page B lO. Application No: Applicant: Property Owner: Location: ll-EXC-93 Mark Sandoval, Architect Joseph and Xenia Czisch 11845 lJpland Way EXCEPTION to construct a new residence on slopes greater than 30% in accordance with Section 19.40.050 of the Municipal Code. Staff Presentation: Associate Planner Jung presented the staff report outlining the background as written in the staff report. He noted the exception is to construct a new resident on a slope greater than 30%. He addressed the resolution regarding the subdivision and noted two of the Commission's concerns at that time were the 12" oak tree which was to be preserved and the visibility of high retaining walls near a prominent ridgeline. He stated it should be noted that the development proposed on the Tentative Map did not represent an actual building plan, but was a hypothetical model developed to address the Commission I s concerns and this is what was approved in terms of the grading concept. Mr. Jung reviewed the applicant's development proposal noting it is substantially different from the approved hypothetical development in size, grading, arrangement of spaces, etc. He noted the applicant has effectively incorporated numerous design features to reduce the visible mass of the building. He noted while the ordinance itself addresses the visual impacts of the house, it does not address the retaining walls. He stated the house does meet most of the criteria in the RHS ordinance, but staff is concerned about visual mass. He noted the architect has proposed landscaping to screen the walls, but staff is not confident that the proposed landscaping will screen the retaining walls given the steepness of the slope and lack of soil depth. Mr. Jung stated staff is not recommending approval, but if the Commission does find merit in the building proposal, staff recommends that the exception be continued to a later date, to be heard with the Tentative Map amendment. In response to Com. Roberts question regarding earth removal, stated there will be a substantial amount of grading, ordinance states a maximum amount of grading allowed. Mr . Jung but the The Commission briefly discussed the "window period". stated plans had to be submitted before November 15, 1993. Mr . Cowan Applicant Presentation: Mr. Mark Sandoval, Architect, presented photos to the Commission of existing homes in the areas, he also submitted a landscaping plan. He showed examples of houses without retaining wall and presented plans of the proposed home with retaining walls. Mr. Sandoval reviewed the landscaping plan and presented an arborist report to the Commission, noting the oak tree, as addressed in the report, is not in danger with the proposed house. Com. Mahoney questioned the third story element and Mr. Sandoval stated this is a basement which is submerged into the hill. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January 10, 1994 Page 9 ~ Com. Roberts asked if the City has a reason to be concerned about the use of landscaping as a screening device because of fire safety. Mr. Sandoval stated the landscaping plan does meet with fire department standards. Mr. Jung stated the fire department has been concerned about hillside vegetation and will look into the ordinance regarding this. Com. Mahoney stated one of the major issues is the retaining walls. Mr. Sandoval stated the retaining wall issue is to be more sympathetic to the hillside and create more flat area. He believes they have addressed the concerns and issues raised by the City Council and the application submitted meets the spirit of the ordinance and the General Plan. Mr. Harlen Sethe stated there is a wide road around the property for a fire break. Chr. Austin closed the public hearing. Chr. Austin stated she concurs with the staff report and expressed concern about mass grading. She stated she will not support this application at this time and believes the house is too large. Com. Mahoney stated, in general, the project is acceptable, but would support continuing this item as recommended by staff. Com. Roberts stated he is impressed with the architecture, but would recommend a continuance at this time. He believes there is a matter of fairness with all these proposals, and in this case the architect has designed a structure which conforms with the spirit of the ordinance. He stated the proposal is in the right direction, but would like more information regarding the screening with landscaping. Mr. Cowan stated staff will come back with a revision to the Tentative Map and the recommendation can be made at that time. MOTION: Com. Mahoney moved to continue item ll-EXC-93 to February 14, 1994, in order to reconcile the conditions of the tentative map with the exception and review the issue of landscaping as screening. Com. Roberts Passed 2-1-1 Chr. Austin Com. Doyle SECOND: VOTE: NOES: ABSENT: PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January 10, 1994 Page 10 11. Application No: Applicant: Property Owner: Location: 14-U-93 Hong Fu Restaurant Marian and Allan Byer 20588 Stevens Creek Blvd. USE PERMIT for an expansion of an existing restaurant. Staff Presentation: Planner Bjurman presented the staff report outlining the location of the property. She stated the proposal is to expand the floor area by 2,000 sq. ft. for storage, lounge and banquet area. She addressed the parking and noted, if approved, there will be a six space deficiency, which is insignificant overall, considering the total number of spaces available at the varied peak parking demand. Planner Bjurman noted the previous tenant had a large lounge and staff has created a condition that the lounge and restaurant will operate concurrently. Staff recommends approval. The public hearing was opened. Applicant Presentation: Ms. Debbie Wong, Hong Fu Restaurant, stated staff has clearly indicated their request. She noted they have established a good reputation as a restaurant and have supported many school activities throughout the City. She noted the main purpose for the expansion is to add lunch seating and a waiting area. Ms. Wong noted, with the expansion, they will provide a larger dumpster and more frequent garbage pick-ups, if necessary. In response to Com. Mahoney's question, Ms. Wong stated their kitchen plans will not change with the expansion. She noted the Bay Area Air Quality Management District has visited her establishment twice and have no complaints. Regarding the exhausts, Ms. Wong stated they have contacted vendors, who indicated they have installed many of these exhausts throughout Santa Clara County and they meet standards. Planner Bjurman stated she contacted the Bay Area Air Quality Management District, who indicated they received one complaint from a neighbor, but found no violation or public nuisance, so no further action will be required. Mr. Robert Yuau, Hong Fu Restaurant, apologized to the neighbors regarding odor from the garbage. He stated their business has tripled from opening and believes communication has broken down between the restaurant and neighbors. Mr. Yuau addressed the letter received from a neighbor and noted the smell the neighbor is complaining about is from the cooking. He stated BAAQMD did visit the site and had no complaints, as addressed by Ms. Wong. He noted they have taken care of the garbage problem and have instructed employees to keep the garbage bins clean. He stated the reason for this use permit is because of the parking issue and the odor is not breaking the law. He pointed out that the exhaust fan is on the roof. Mr. Merlin A. Hansen, 20571 Scofield Dr., outlined the location of his property and noted he has been in this house since 1979. He expressed PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January 10, 1994 Page 11 concern about the garbage and will not appreciate the extra trips by the garbage company because of noise in the early morning hours. He stated the BAAQMD is more concerned about hazardous conditions and not about City Ordinances or neighborhood resolutions. He stated he would be happy to put the applicant in touch with companies who specialize in clean up using high technology. Mr. Hansen expressed concern about the smell from the restaurant and would like to work with the owners and the Planning Commission to make improvements. He suggested a condition be added to the use permit to address a better solution. Mr. James Lepetich, 20570 Scofield Dr., stated he does frequent this restaurant, but signed the petition for several reasons. He stated the odor from the fan is strong and he visited the site yesterday and the garbage bin was overflowing. He stated his main concern is food lying around and causing a health problem and maybe promoting the growth of rats. He noted the time of garbage pick-up would be a concern. Mr. Roy Smith, 20585 Scofield Dr., stated last year he could not use his patio in the Summer because of the odor. He stated the odor from the restaurant comes directly into his home. Mr. Smith noted the BAAQMD talked to his wife and indicated they are not concerned with odor, but more concerned about toxics. He stated the odor is the main concern and noted they did not have this problem with the previous tenant. Mr. Jeff Dias, 1986 and never to the odor. existing tenants Scofield Dr., stated he has lived in his house since had any problems with the previous tenants with regards He noted the air exhaust has been changed by the and this causes the odor problems. Ms. Wong stated they will do whatever necessary to solve the garbage problem. Regarding the exhaust, Ms. Wong stated she will talk to specialists to solve the concerns of the neighbors. She noted she will also be willing to talk to neighbors. The public hearing was closed. Com. Roberts stated the application has merit, but believes there may be a cultural confrontation with regards to the odors. He stated he supports the lounge and would like to see the project approved to meet the neighbors concerns. He added the neighbors and applicant should meet to discuss solutions to their concerns. Com. Mahoney stated he would like to continue this item to receive more input on the exhaust fan. He noted he would like to see if the problem can be resolved. Chr. Austin spoke in favor of approving the application because the applicant is willing to meet with the neighbors and have already taken care of the garbage. She stated it is good business for the restaurant owners to work with the neighbors. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January 10, 1994 Page 12 Com. Roberts asked about the applicant retaining a consultant to meet with staff to address the exhaust and find out if there are any solutions? Mr. Cowan stated the Planning Commission can direct staff to prepare a report for neighbors and restaurant owners regarding solutions to the ventilation system. MOTION: Com. Roberts request that and economic Com. Mahoney Passed Com. Doyle moved to continue application 14-U-93 with the staff compile a report regarding the technical feasibility of controlling odor emissions. SECOND: VOTE: ABSENT: 3-0-1 NEW BUSINESS: 12. Applicant: Summerhill Homes. 21875 - 21881 Stevens Creek Blvd. Consideration of an request to set a public hearing for a General Plan amendment to change the designation of APN 326-19-117 from Commercial/Residential to Residential. Staff Presentation: City Planner wordell presented the staff report and outlined the location of the property on the General Plan Map. Ms. Wordell outlined the prior plans for this site and stated the zoning on the site allows for neighborhood commercial, light industrial and residential 4-12 units per acre. Ms. Wordell stated the review procedure for a General Plan amendment has two stages: A determination whether the request warrants a public hearing for further consideration; and 2) A determination whether the request is a minor or major development. Ms. Wordell outlined the tests which must be considered and met in order to initiate a public hearing. She noted the applicant is requesting only residential use which requires a General Plan amendment to remove the commercial use. She noted staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend that the City Council set a public hearing at the soonest possible date in order to consider an amendment to the General Plan for this parcel. In response to Com. Roberts' question, Ms. Wordell stated one of the reasons the City Council left the policy as it currently stands, which allows for some element of commercial, is because there is a long history on the part of the neighbors, to retain commercial use. Ap9licant Presentation: Mr. Rick Denman, Summerhill Homes, stated they are asking for support to have the public hearing. He noted they have had two neighborhood meetings and the neighbors are looking for a landuse which is compatible with the neighborhood. Mr. Denman reviewed the background of this property and how they acquired it. The public hearing was closed. ~ PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES Regular Meeting of January 10, 1994 Page 13 MOTION: Com. Mahoney moved to recommend to the City Council that a public hearing be set for a General Plan amendment to change the designation of APN 326-19-117 from commercial/ residential to residential and to expedite the hearing subject to the findings and subconclusions of the hearing. Com. Roberts Passed 3-0-1 Com. Doyle SECOND: VOTE: ABSENT: 13. Scope of Heart of the City Specific Plan. Staff Presentation: Planning Director Cowan stated staff will present to the Council on January 18, 1994 a budget and a work program for the Stevens Creek Blvd. Specific Plan. He addressed the citizen participation program and suggested the Planning Commission meet with various neighborhood groups. There was a consensus of the Commission to recommend adoption of the proposed specific plan scope of work and informal citizen participation program. 14. Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. MOTION: Chr. Austin moved to nominated Com. Chairperson SECOND: Com. Roberts VOTE: Passed ABSTAIN: Com. Mahoney ABSENT: Com. Doyle MOTION: Com. Roberts moved to nominate Com. Chairperson SECOND: Com. Austin VOTE: Passed ABSENT: Com. Doyle Mahoney as the 2-1-1 Doyle as Vice 3-0-1 REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION: - None REPORT OF DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: Mr. Cowan stated he needs a commitment from the Planning Commissioners regarding their attendance at the Planners Institute. DISCUSSION OF NEWSPAPER CLIPPINGS: - None