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February 03, 19710 I'• CITY OF CUPERTINO, State of California 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, California Telephone: 252-4505 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE APPROVAL COMMITTEE HELD FEBRUARY 3, 1971 IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER CITY HALL, CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA Chairman Adams called the meeting to order at 7:41 p.m., after which he led the flag salute. Roll Call Members in attendance: Marquez, McLaren, Ryner (7:52 p.m.) and Chairman Adams. Also attending: Public Works Director Yarborough and Recording Secretary Dolores White. Absent: Member Small. Minutes of the Previous Meetin 1. Approval. of Architectural and Site Approval Minutes of January 20, 1971. Chairman Adams requested to abstain from approval of these Minutes because of his absence from the subject meeting. In that there were no corrections or additions indicated, it was moved by Member Marquez and seconded by Member McLaren that the Minutes of the meeting of. January 20, 1971 be approved as submitted. The motion was not acted upon at this time, however, because of lack of quorum. Written Communications 2. Referral from the County of Santa Clara regarding a sign located at the southerly side of Stevens Creek Boulevard and westerly of Foothill Boulevard. Public Works Director Yarborough introduced this item to the Members as being for their comments only which would be forwarded to the County for their information. He explained that the sign proposed would be advertising gambling activities and was to be erected on an awning type of structure. He said the footage was within the allowable range indicated in the ordinance, however, the method of mounting was not in accordance. After some discussion, it was agreed among the Members that the sign was "obscene",was done in very poor taste and should not be allowed for display within the City of Cupertino. It was Chairman Adams' feeling the entire building should be upgraded prior to any type of sign approval and, further, that the sign, itself, should not be approved as itwas.. He suggested a Minute Order be initiated to inform the County of the Committee's -concern relative to the presentation of the sign. HC-25 roll call approval of Minutes postponed Santa Clara County sign referral discussion Page 2 sign deemed unacceptable HC-51,249 presentation discussion Minutes of H--Control? February 3, 1971 Written Communications (continued) It was so moved by Member Marquez andseconded by Member McLaren with the following vote being taken. Ayes: Members Marquez, McLaren and' Chairman Adams Noes: None Absent: Members Ryner and Small Oral Communications 2. None requested. Mr. Yarborough informed the Committee that the revised tree condition indicating size, placement, etcetera, would be discussed at the upcoming City Council and he would, in turn, 'relay the results of that discussion. Public Hearings 4. Application HC-51,249 - Fed'eral Signs, 1521 Terminal Avenue, San Jose, 95103, requesting approval of a sign for Bessie's Delite, 20030 Stevens Creek Boulevard (replacement of sign faces)i, (Location Map, Ex. 1) Slides were presented and explained by Public Works Director Yarborough who indicated the requested approval -had been for copy only. It had been proposed, he said, replace the'existing lettering describing the Nite Cap establishment's entertainment with the Bessie's Delite restaurant sign. He reported that the was not in conformance with the existing Sign Ordinance and had 1 een previously approved for the Nite Cap prior to the ordinance enactment. He added that there is a provision within the ordinance allowing approval of a sign if subject sign is within the original grant of that enterprise. Mr. Gene Barber of Federal Signs cane forward representing the .applicant and described the proposed sign as incorporating the colors of yellow, dark red, olive green, with black and white lettering. He indicated the copy would be "Bessie's Delite,'Hong Kong Cuisine, Quick -Service and Take Out". It was agreed after some discussioni among the Members that there were. a number of colors being utilized in 'the proposed sign and that it did not appear to blend favorably with ;the existing Nite Cap portion which was to remain. Concern was indicated by Member Ryner who felt that the building looked "bleak" as it stood with nothing creative having been done for quite sometime. He suggested the possibility of additional landscaping being installed as well as an upgrading 119f the existing signs and offered his agreement regarding the other Members' comments as to the number of colors proposed in this sign. ' 0 HC-26 0 40' 13 0 0 • n U Minutes of H-Control, February 3, 1971 Public Hearings (continued) Dialogue continued during which Mr. Barber explained that the owner of the Nite Cap was leasing one-half of the building to Mr. Wong for Bessie's Delite restaurant. Chairman Adams indicated that there appeared to be some confusion as to the interpretation of the Sign Ordinance concerning this sign and suggested that the owner of the Nite Cap be contacted and re- quested to come before the Committee for discussion of the signs as well as the suggested improvements to the building front. He suggested, additionally, that the signs be considered in total rather than separately as presented, Member Marquez indicated his agreement with Mr. Ryner's comments as to the desirability of additional landscaping being placed on the site, but did not feel that the owner should be asked to change the entire sign as it would be an undue hardship and unfair. He agreed that the subject in its entirety should be reviewed with the owner. Further discussion ensued, wherein the Sign Ordinance was discussed and it was suggested that an interpretation be obtained from the City Attorney as to the wording and its application to the sign under consideration. It was moved by Member Ryner and seconded by Member McLaren that hearing of Application No, HC-51,249 be continued to the next regular- ly scheduled meeting, subject to the following reviews by the City staff and/or the City Attorney as required: 1) direct a more definite statement of conformance with the existing ordinances with regard to the sign complex and the signs as existing within ordinances at the present location; 2) allow time for the owner to make possible reviews and suggested improvements with regard to the overall upgrading of the City of Cupertino's buildings regarding landscaping, signs and general outward appearance; 3) submit an alternate sign presentation to the subject Bessie's Delite dinner sign more in keeping with the color scheme in existence at the present time Ayes: Members Marquez, McLaren, Ryner and Chairman Adams Noes: None Absent: Member Small It was suggested that the staff contact the owner in order to have him present at the continued hearing as well as Mr. Barber so that the establishment can be discussed in its entirety, In response to the above -mentioned suggestion, Mr. Barber informed the Committee Members that both Mr. Wong and the owner of the Nite Cap had planned to be present for discussion but they were both working during the evening. He then assured the Committee that both gentlemen would be present at the next meeting. HC-26 Page 3 urther Dialogue IC-51,249 :ontinued Page 4 HC-51,015.7 presentation HC-51,015.7: recommended for approval January 20th Minutes approved Minutes of H--Control, February 3, 1971ii Public Hearings (continued) 5. Application HC-,51,015.7 - Federal Signs, 1521 Terminal Avenue, San Jose, 95103, requesting approval of sign for Sun n' Soil Natural Foods, Crossroads Shopping 11 Center (replacing copy on Sunburst Natural Foods sign) (Location Map, Ex. 2) It was explained by Mr. Yarborough that the location of this sign had been previously approved by the HrControl Committee and City Council, however, it was found that the color scheme and copy of the sign was in conflict with the other businesses in the center and the owner of the establishment was reapplying with a new face at this time, Slides were presented for the Committee's information of the proposed sign location and the'loQo. In response to an inquiry made by Mrsd. McLaren as to the proposed location of the sign, Mr. Yarboroughcsaid it would be placed opposite Mervyn's mall and near the stationery and book store, In further response to another inquiry by Mrs. McLaren as to the illumina-- :.. tion,it was reported that the sign would have interior illumination. As there was no further discussion iridir_ated, it was moved by Member Marquez and seconded by Member Rynerrthat Application No. HC-51,015.7 be recommended for approval subject to the Standard Conditions of H-Control and the conditions as shown on Exhibit A. Ayes; Members Marquez, McLaren, Ryner and Chairman Adams Noes: None Absent: Member Small Mr. Barber was informed by Chairman Adams that this application would be heard by the City Council at their meeting to be held February 16th and recommended he be available for ''discussion at that time. Unfinished Business In view of the fact that a quorum was available, it was suggested by Member McLaren that the Minutes of the meeting of January 20, 1971 be voted upon at this time,. i; It was moved by Member McLaren, seconded by Member Ryner and passed unanimously that the Minutes of thei'meeting of January 20, 1971 be approved as submitted. Member Ryner questioned the result of the tie vote which resulted at the last meeting, to which Mr. Yarborough responded that the applica- tion was approved by the City Councfil. Chairman Adams inquired as to the progress made concerning the structure located on the roof of The Don's Burger restaurant and the Committee was advised by the Public Works Director that contact had been made with the owner. He reported that the owner was instructed to remove the structure or file a formal application with the City and he agreed HC•-26 is 0 0 make the appropriate arrangements.' Minutes of H-Control, February 3, 1971 Unfinished Business (continued) Mr. Yarborough reported, in response to an inquiry made by Member Ryne that the proposed landscaping plan for Mervyn's would be presented to the Committee in July or August. He commented that discussion of signalization would be reviewed at that time and it had been suggested that the plan be presented in its complete form, He concluded by saying that there appeared to have been a misunderstanding as to requirements of the City but the owner had agreed to cooperate with the City in this regard. It was requested by Chairman Adams that the Monthly Status Chart be updated to include Mervyn's landscaping as a pending item. Reference was made to a memorandum recently received from the Planning Director in reply to Member Small's inquiry as to possible misrepre- sentation contained in a commercial teal estate sign on Saratoga - Sunnyvale Road, south of Route 280. It was the opinion of Mr. Sisk, according to Mr. Yarborough, that the sign properly represented the potential use of the property and was,therefore, acceptable under City standards. New Business Member McLaren informed the Committee Members that a blood mobile would be located at the Y.M.C.A. or, Tuesday, February 9, between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. and asked that donations'be made at that time as they were urgently needed. She said the Red Cross Blood Drive was in progress and urged people between the ages of 18 to 61 years to contribute, The last drive, she indicated, was . not very successful and she hoped this would be a better year. She concluded by saying that six million units were urgently needed. Congratulations were offered by the Committee Members to Member McLar on receiving the Citizen of the Year award recently and Chairman Adams requested it be made part of the record that, speaking on behalf of the entire Committee, the Members were very proud that Mrs. McLaren had received this award. Member Ryner commented that April lst would be the date for replace- ment of various members of the City commissions and suggested that this be published enough in advance that anyone wishing to apply would have enough time to do so. Chairman Adams mentioned that Member Small's term as well as his own were due to expire in April and informed the Members present that he was undecided at this point in time as to whether or not he would wish to continue for another four-year term. It was requested by Mr.'Adams that the staff investigate a sign locat on the Barclays Bank property (Stevens Creek Boulevard) -advertising auto service. He said the sign was located along the curb behind the bank and, as he could remember, had not been approved by the' Committee. HC-26 Page 5 varied reports presented miscellaneous discussion Page 6 adjournment I' i i Minutes of H--Controls February 3, 1971� New Business (continued) It was also requested that the staff investigate the trash situation in front of Tate's Country Music establishment in that the accumulation had become unsightly. Member McLaren indicated her favorable comments concerning the improve- ments made recently within the Council Chamber and it was mutually agreed among the other Members that a fine job had been done on this remodeling. . I. Adjournment i It was moved by Member McLaren, seconded by Member Marquez and passed unanimously that the meeting be adjourned. The meeting was declared adjourned by�Chairman Adams at 8:45 p.m. APPROVED: /sl X . J, Adams, Jr. Chairman ATTEST: i Win, E, Ryder City Clerk p HC-26 r 0