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Home My WebLink About09/14/1988( PLANNING COMMISSION �I MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS 26379 Fremont Road Los Altos Hills, California 17-1 06 Wednesday, September 14, 1988 Reel $-, Sidel , Track, y, C�c_L� jg,LP- -[K 7y C)L- O"dfl-�� Chairman Kaufman called the meetng to order at 7:35 p.m. in the Town Hall Council Chambers. A. ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Present: Commissioners Emling, Jones, Noel, Patmore, Stutz, and Chairman Kaufman Absent: Commissioner Carico Staff: Bill Ekern, Director of Public Works, Sally Lyn Zeff, Plan- ning Director, Leslie Mullins, Planning Technician 041V City Council Representative: Councilman Johnson B. CONSENT CALENDAR: There were no items on the Consent Calendar for approval. C. REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 7, 1988: Chairman Kaufman reported the City Council held a protest hearing o the San Antonio Hills Annexation, approved Conditional Use Permit for Handley secondary dwelling unit; approved Northwoods site development permit for new residence on Middle Fork Lane; approved Ghafouri site development permit for new residence on Wright Way; continued consid- eration of zoning ordinance amendment; discussed Park & Ride area on Arastradero Road with Caltrans and residents adjacent to property, Mr. Ekern informed public the extension has been reduced by 20' and area of excavation has been brought back to grade, noting the area will be landscaped and fenced and no resolution has been made on lighting of the area. Commissioner Stutz questioned staff's opinion of the Planning Commis- sion denials which were appealed to City Council, (i.e., Northwoods Ghafouri), and then approved by City Council without further review by Commission. Ms. Zef£ informed Commission the applicant's have re- submitted new plans which have some revisions to conform to the Com- missions concerns. Chairman Kaufman noted the Commission should kbe review the conditions of approval on applications which are denied so that the City Council has some recommendations if they do decide to approve the items. Commissioner Noel commented in most other cities, the City Council would send the item back to the Commission if the application was revised. D. REPORT FROM SITE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 6 & 13, 1988: Commissioner Noel reported the Site Development Committee on Septem- ber 6th approved swimming pool and spa on Arastradero Road for Chung; approved landscape plan for Chiu on Carrington Circle. Commissioner Stutz reported the Site Development Committee on Septem- ber 13th approved major addition/remodel for Goese on La Loma; ap- proved new residence for Hsu on Stirrup Way; and held two subdivision committee meetings: Bellucci & Gaither: Bellucci concerns primarily Adobe Creek; Gaither concerns primarily access and utilities. Chairman Kaufman reminded Commissioners who are on Site Development next Tuesday, the agenda begins at 10:00 a.m. for regular site devel- opment items, and Subdivision Committee meeting for Quarry Hills Sub- division at 1:00 p.m. E. PRESENTATIONS FROM THE FLOOR: F. PUBLIC HEARINGS: (*Mr 1. LANDS OF PINEWOOD PRIVATE SCHOOL, FILE #CUP 8014-76, 26800 Fremont Road, Annual Review of Conditional Use Permit Ms. Zeff referred to Staff Report dated September 6, 1988, informing Commission this is a public hearing to consider annual review of con- ditional use permit for a school, noting staff has inspected the school with the Headmaster, Lyn Riches and found all conditons of the Conditional Use Permit are being met, noting no recent complaints have been received concerning the school, recommending that the Plan- ning Commission find that the Pinewood school continues to be in com- pliance with all of the Conditions of Approval of the Conditional Use Permit. Commissioner Jones questioned compliance of condition #8, with regard to school grounds remaining open during daylight hours, noting he found the gates to be locked when he made his review of the school property. Commissioner Jones questioned: 1) if there would be objec- tions to taking the fence down; and 2) who owns the land the school is on. The Public Hearing was then opened. Mr. Lyn Riches, 26800 Fremont Road, informed Commission that when the school is open the gates are open, when there is no one on the prop- erty the gates remain locked due to vandalism. Mr. Riches informed E Commission the school is for grades 7-12, there are 28 full time fac- ♦+ ulty, 5-6 part time, 1 clerical, and 1 maintenance person. Mr. Riches also informed Commission Pinwood leases the property from Palo _z— Alto Unified School Distrct. Mr. Riches further noted they would have kw concerns in removing the fence. Commissioner Emling questioned if the school did not want the soccer fields used on weekends. Mr. George Grinn, St. Francis Drive, expressed concern over noise from the school, during the evening prior to start of school this year, also noting concern over finding a couple arrows in his yard from archery training held at the school. Mr. Riches indicated the evening activity during the summer was soc- cer, (not Pinewoods afterschool sports program), also noting they do have a problem with kids climbing the fence and drinking in the school yard. Mr. Riches commented the only evening activities which the school conducts are: open house, drama, etc. Mr. Riches ex- pressed concern over the arrows winding up in Mr. Grinn's yard, in- forming Commission they have archery classes 2 weeks a year, noting he will speak with the coaches regarding this matter, and look into moving the targets. With regard to the fields, Mr. Riches noted they try to keep them as maintained as possible, as they use them daily during the school year. Chairman Kaufman suggested that Mr. Grinn contact Mr. Riches at Pinewood School when problems arise, or if any of his concerns con- tinue. Commissioner Stutz commented she in the past checked into the gates being locked, noting there is a padlock but it is not secured. Com- missioner Stutz noted there is a horse path which surrounds the school. Commissioners and Mr. Riches discussed concerns raised over the ar- chery classes. Mr. Riches informed Commission he would give Commis- sion assurance this evening, that the archery classes will be dropped if that is the one point of concern to not approve the annual review. Chairman Kaufman suggested a letter be submitted to the City Council from Mr. Riches informing them of concerns raised this evening and how the school will mitigate them, noting the item will be placed on the Consent Calendar and can be pulled if there is a concern by Coun- cil. MOTION SECONDED AND WITHDRAWN: Moved by Stutz, seconded by Noel and withdrawn to recommend approval of the Annual Review for the Lands of Pinewood Private School, File #CUP 8014-76. MOTION SECONDED AND FAILED: Moved by Noel, seconded by Kaufman and failed due to the following roll call vote: In view of the Pinewood School Headmaster, Lyn Riches, assurance that the archery class will be dropped, and no complaints received with regard to the school, ap- prove the Lands of Pinewood Private School, File #CUP 8014-76. Any �ay concerns raised during the public hearing will be worked out between applicant and staff. -a- ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Noel, Stutz and Chairman Kaufman NOES: Commissioners Emling, Jones and Patmore ABSENT: Commissioner Carico MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Patmore, seconded by Stutz and passed by the following roll call vote to approve the Lands of Pinewood Private School, File #CUP 8014-76, 26800 Fremont Road ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Noel, Patmore, Stutz and Chairman Kaufman NOES: Commissioner Emling ABSTAIN: Commissioner Jones ABSENT: Commissioner Carico 2. LANDS OF WESTWIND BARN, FILE #CUP 8022-77, 27210 Altamont Road, Annual Review of Conditional Use Permit Mr. Ekern referred to Staff Report dated September 7, 1988, informing Commission there is an ongoing concern for the existing land -use man- agement policies at Westwind Barn and Town property, most specifical- ly there is concern over the spreading of manure in the vicinity of the creek and drainage swale, noting beyond the impact of manure in watercourses, is the erosive effect of the tractors running through the marshy land. Mr. Ekern informed Commission the City Council will be forming a committee to provide guidance and recommendations for better land use of this property, noting it is important at this time to place conditions on the use of the land which afford the Town some protection, recommending the Commission add the conditions of ap- proval as outlined in the September 7, 1988 staff report to the Con- ditions of Approval for the Conditional Use Permit. Commissioner Emling questioned what are the costs to the Town for op- eration of Westwind Barn. Mr. Ekern noted expenses are routine maintenance. The Public Hearing was then opened. Mrs. Alma Wood, Stonebrook Drive, questioned if Commission is aware of the income of the property. Ms. Susan Howlich, Treasurer Westwind Barn, informed Commission the rent to the Town for the barn is $650.00, and $200.00 is collected for horses in the pasture. Commissioners questioned how many members are there at the Barn. Ms. Howlich informed Commission there are 110 family members, noting roughly 50% live in Los Altos Hills. Commissioner Patmore indicated she would step down from action on this agenda item, as she is a neighbor, noting Westwind Barn is a very good neighbor. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Stutz, seconded by Noel and passed unanimously by those members present to approve the Annual ✓df Review for Lands of Westwind Barn, File #CUP 8022-77, 27210 Altamont Road 3. LANDS OF MACKENZIE, FILE #VAR 4-88, #CDP 3-88, Lot #30, Olive Tree Lane, request for variance, conditional development permit and site development permit for construction of new residence Ms. Zeff referred to staff report dated September 6, 1988 informing Commission this is a public hearing to consider a request for vari- ance, conditional development permit, and site development permit for a new residence on a lot with a lot unit factor of 0.20 and to ex- ceed the allowed height. Ms. Zeff gave commission a brief background of the property, i.e., project description, site information, pro- posed and allowed development and floor area. Ms. Zeff recommended that the Planning Commission: 1) based on findings presented in the September 6, 1988 staff report approve the requested variance for height; 2) based on findings presented in the September 6, 1988 staff report approve the requested conditional development permit; and 3) approve the site development permit subject to conditions of approval as written by Bill Ekern in his staff report dated September 7, 1988. Commissioners questioned if the Health Department approve the leach - field locations. Staff informed Commission the plans have been ap- proved by the County Health Department. Commissioners questioned drainage problems on the property currently and how it would be ad- dressed with new application, and pathway easement requests. Mr. Ekern informed Commission, condition #2, indicates a comprehensive drainage plan be submitted for review and approval prior to issuance of building permit, also noting there is no pathway request. The Public Hearing was then opened. Mr. David MacKenzie, P.O. Box 777 Los Altos, informed Commission the location of the leach£ields was designed by Town Geologist and Rex Upp, Geotechnical Consultant and approved by the County Health De- partment, noting the lines are located on the west side so as to leave oaks alone. Mr. MacKenzie noted he has lived on the property for 25 years noting there have not been any drainage problems. The Public Hearing was then closed. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Patmore, seconded by Jones and passed by the following roll call vote to approve the Variance and Conditional Development Permit for the Lands of MacKenzie, File #VAR 4-88 and #CDP 3-88, Lot #30 Olive Tree Lane based on findings as pre- sented in the September 6, 1988 staff report. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Emling, Jones, Patmore, Stutz and Chairman Kauf- man NOES: Commissioner Noel ABSENT: Commissioner Carico i. Commissioners reviewed the recommended conditions of approval for the site development permit. —5 i/ Mr. Richard Carr, Bella Ladera questioned what earthtone colors are. Staff presented the Town color chart for review. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Patmore, seconded by Jones and passed unanimously to approve the Lands of MacKenzie Site Development Permit for construction of a new residence, Lot #30, Olive Tree Lane, subject to conditions of approval dated September 7, 1988. LANDS OF THE POOR CLARES OF LOS ALTOS, FILE #CUP 5-88, 28210 Natoma Road, Request for Conditional Use Permit and Site Develop- ment Permit for construction of accessory building Ms. Zeff referred to Staff Report dated September 6, 1988 informing Commission this is a public hearing to consider a request for a Con- ditional Use Permit for an existing convent and a site development permit for an accessory building. Ms. Zeff informed Commission the Poor Clares was established prior to incorporation of the Town, therefore they were never required to obtain a Conditional Use Permit and is considered a legal non -conforming use. Ms. Zeff informed Com- mission as per Municipal Code Section 10-1.703 convents are condi- tionally permitted uses in rural agricultural zone, with the only specific regulation relating to convents is found inthis section, noting the convent now houses 12 sisters, and could accommodate up to 28 currently and 30 with the proposed remodeling. Ms. Zeff sub- mitted corrections on the lot unit factor, development area and floor area calculations to the Commission. Ms. Zeff recommended that the Planning Commission: 1) based on findings presented in this staff report, approve the requested conditional use permit subject to the conditions of approval attached to the September 6, 1988 staff report; and 2) approve the requested site development permit subject to conditions of approval as recommended by Bill Ekern in his Septem- ber 8, 1988 staff report. Commissioners commented that the site plans presented to Commission show the accessory building in different locations, asking which site plan is correct. Commissioners discussed access to the site, and why is there a limited number of residents. Ms. Zeff informed Commission based on correspondence with Sister Mary Ann, the number given in the staff report is all that is necessary. The Public Hearing was then opened. Mr. Joseph Mell, Legal Assistance representing the Poor Clares, in- formed Commission he brought Mr. Finnegan along to answer any build- ing questions. Mr. Finnegan, Architect, informed Commission the correct site plan is shown with floor plan details. The Public Hearing was then closed. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Patmore, seconded by Noel and passed unanimously by those members present to approve the Lands of i(0— Poor Clares of Los Altos, File #CUP 5-88, 28210 Natoma Road, subject to conditions of approval attached to the September 6, 1988 staff report, and adding a new condition that shrubs shall be trimmed back to wall at main driveway entrance. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Jones, seconded by Stutz and passed unanimously bu those members present to approve the Site De- velopment Permit for the Lands of Poor Clares, 28210 Natoma Road, for accessory building, subject to conditions of approval as recommended by Bill Ekern in his September 8, 1988 staff report, and amending condition #4, to add if necessary at end of sentence, and new condi- tion #8 regarding location of foundation, standard requirement. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Jones, seconded by Stutz and passed unanimously by those members present to not require additional right-of-way as lot is is currently non -conforming. 5. LANDS OF VARSANYI, FILE #TM 4-88, 12631 Mira Loma Drive, Request for approval of Tentative Map with Conditional Exception and Neg- ative Declaration for two lot subdivision Chairman Kaufman informed public and commission the notification for the Tentative Map public hearing did not include residents in the County area, noting we can continue this item to September 28, 1988 and re -notice the public hearing. Commissioners decided to continue the public hearing with the applicant's consent to September 28th, and place the item first on public hearings, but would hear comments from public in attendance this evening. Ms. Zeff referred to staff report dated September 6, 1988 informing Commission this is a public hearing to consider a request for ap- proval of Tentative Map with conditional exception and negative dec- laration for a 2 -lot subdivision. Ms. Zeff gave commission back- ground information relating to the subject property: i.e., gross lot area, net area, average slope, lot unit factor, allowed development and floor areas; sewer service; water service, access to the lot, road right-of-way dedication and pathway recommendations. Ms. Zeff recommended that the Planning Commission: 1) recommend to the City Council that the Council certify the Negative Declaration; 2) recom- mend to the City Council that the Council approve the requested con- ditional exception in the width of road right-of-way for Mira Loma Way to allow the road right-of-way to be 30 feet rather than 60 feet; and 3) recommend to the City Council that the Council approve the requested tentative map, with the requested conditional excep- tion, and subject to the conditions of approval attached to the Sep- tember 6, 1988 staff report. Commissioners questioned pathway easement dedications? Mr. Ekern in- formed Commission the engineer left the pathway easement off of the map. The Public Hearing was then opened. Mrs. Dot Schreiner, Pathway Committee, thanked Planning Commission for opportunity to request easement, noting we have a revised request -I- submitted to you which was too late to be included into the staff report. Mr. David Geilo, 12595 Mira Loma Way, informed Commission he is in favor of subdivision, noting it would be an improvement, noting there are 8 other properties which use this access and there is an exist- ing maintenance agreement for Mira Loma. Mr. Cillo noted concern over the drainage problems currently existing, and swales. Mr. Melvin Hill, Civil Engineer, informed Commission there are two drainage areas, noting when Mira Loma was constructed a 12" pipe was installed, no provisions to carry water away. Mr. Hill noted there is an existing 24" corrugated metal pipe on the easterly side of the property, noting it undergrounds from that point. Mrs. Betty Greenberg, 24551 Summerhill, noted concerns over existing drainage, conditions of Summerhill (erosion) and water flow next to her driveway which is causing erosion. Mr. Ekern informed Commission part of the concern is that drainage system is water caught on this property, deposits to Greenberg driveway, noting site development ordinance mitigates impact of water on site, we can slow down, noting the intent of the improvements of the subdivision is to improve efficiency by upgrading Summerhill and Mira Loma drainage. Mrs. Greenberg asked what recourse does she have. Mr. Ekern informed her to contact the County for inspection as this portion of Summer- hill roadway and drainage is within their jurisdiction. Ms. Zeff informed Commission a drainage study was prepared by Melvin Hill for this subdivision, noting staff has reviewed the document and made comments, noting this comments and report would be made part of the improvements. Mr. Hill informed Commission he would provide Mrs. Greenberg with the name and phone number for person to contact at the County. Mr. Risner, 12720 Summerhill Court, informed Commission he lives next door to Greenberg's noting there are no objections to the subdivi- sion, but do have concerns over the size of the homes to be con- structed, asking if there is any way to keep the new homes in charac- ter with the existing neighborhood. Chairman Kaufman informed Mr. Risner the allowed floor area on Lot N1 is 6,010 sq.ft. and Lot N2 is 6,180 sq.ft. Mrs. Dee Cunningham, 24610 Summerhill Court, noted concern over fill amount being removed from the site, noting there is such poor drainage existing. Mrs. Elizabeth Rizzi, 12516 Mira Loma Way, informed Commission there is a need for access for rototiller, also noting the need for a path- way in this area, and noted concerns over flooding and drainage. ` w Mr. Richard Carr, Bella Ladera Drive, informed Commission he is cur- rently in the process of re -building his house, adding he has no ob- jections to the proposed subdivision, asking for control over the size and style of the residences to be constructed. Mrs. Ruth Risner, 12720 Summerhill Court, questioned if there would be any controls over houses blocking views. The Public Hearing was then closed. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Noel, seconded by Jones, and passed by the following roll call vote to keep the public hearing open on the Lands of Varsanyi, File #TM 4-88, 12631 Mira Loma Way, Tentative Map, and continue to September 28, 1988 Agenda, to be placed first on public hearings. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Emling, Jones, Noel, Stutz and Chairman Kaufman NOES: Commissioner Patmore ABSENT: Commissioner Carico 6. LANDS OF RIDGEVIEW ESTATES, FILE #TM 6-88, 24810 Prospect Road, Request for approval of Tentative Map and Negative Declaration for four lot subdivision Ms. Zeff referred to staff report dated September 8, 1988 informing Commission this is a public hearing to consider a request for ap- proval of tentative map and negative declaraton for subdivision of an 8 acre parcel into 4 lots, noting the land is not within the city limits, and pre -zoning and annexation must take place prior to recor- dation of the final map. Ms. Zeff gave Commission background in- formation on the subject property, i.e., pre -zoning, annexation, sep- tic and leachfield requirements per County Health Department, weer service, fire protection, access, visual impacts, pathway easement request, gross & net acreage, average slope, lot unit factor, devel- opment and floor areas of proposed lots. Ms. Zeff recommended that the Planning Commission: 1) recommend to the City Council that the Council certify the Negative Declaration; and 2) recommend to the City Council that the Council approve the requested tentative map subject to the conditions of approval presented to Commission at this hearing. Chairman Kaufman noted there is no condition included that the exist- ing house be removed. Ms. Zeff informed Commission another condition that should be added to the conditions would be pre -zoning and an- nexation be required prior to recordation of final map. The Public Hearing was then opened. Mr. Paul Nowack, Civil Engineer, informed Commission the staff report is thorough and nearly agrees with all conditions, except requirement i that all lots be connected to Purissima Hills Water prior to recorda- tion, asking the condition be changed to prior to issuance of build- ing permits. Mr. Nowack informed Commission there is a note on the tentative map that all structures are to be removed. -9- `, Commission questioned if sewers from the McCulloch subdivision would be possible for connection. Mr. Ekern informed Commission a pos- sibility exists, however, the developer would have to build the entire sewer system which is a minimum of 600' below (not practical), noting our ordinances allow developer to use septic tanks. Mrs. Alma Wood, Stonebrook Drive, questioned sewer availability from McCulloch subdivision, are both houses on the property to be removed, and will road be 601. Mrs. Wood noted concern over existing drainage problems in this area, noting there is a drainage ditch which has been completely covered with dirt, etc., and should be cleared before winter. Mr. Ekern informed Mrs. Wood both houses would be removed, and noted the physical road will only be 251, but it is a 60' right-of-way. Mrs. Dot Schreiner, Pathway Committee, informed Commission the Path- way Committee is requesting a Type IIB path on Stonebrook and on Prospect within the road right-of-way. Commissioner Stutz noted the pathway could set back from roadway on the property at Stonebrook and Prospect and run between fence and roadway. The Public Hearing was then closed. Commissioner Patmore raised concern over current actions taken by Commission with regard to road right-of-way, referring to Huang sub- division on Altamont (35'), Cook on Buena Vista (401), possible Var- sanyi on Mira Loma (30'), and Ridgeview Estates (601), adding perhaps 40' would be more appropriate, noting the need for consistency. Commissioner Patmore also noted she would be interested in seeing a requirement for one story structure on ridgeline. Mr. Ekern informed Commission more than 3 lots according to subdivi- sion ordinances is a public road, and requires 601, noting the Huang subdivision was 2 lots with private driveway. Mr. Ekern informed Commission the site development ordinance addresses building on ridgelines. Commissioner Emling indicated he concurs with Commissioner Patmore regarding the one story structure allowed on ridgelines, however, do not agree with road right-of-way. Commissioners began review of the proposed conditions of approval. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: It was passed by consensus to add new condition 5.a. to read as follows: The applicant shall dedicate a pathway ease- ment adjacent to Stonebrook to align with pathway existing on the Kava property. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: It was passed by consensus to add new condition 13.a. to read as follows: Applicant shall construct a native pathway on Stonebrook Road. -10- PASSED BY CONSENSUS: It was passed by consensus to add new condition 13.b. to read as follows: Applicant shall construct a Type IIB path- way on Prospect Road. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: It was passed by consensus to add new condition 17 to read as follows: All existing structures on property shall be removed prior to recordation of final map. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: It was passed by consensus to add new condition 18 to read as follows: Pre -zoning and annexation of the property shall occur prior to annexation. MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Jones, seconded by Noel and passed unanimously by those members present to recommend to the City Council that the Council certify the Negative Declaration for the Lands of Ridgeview Estates, File #TM 6-88 MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Patmore, seconded by Jones and passed by the following roll call vote to recommend forty foot (40') right-of-way to bulb, and recommend approval of a conditional excep- tion. ROLL CALL: AYES: Commissioners Jones and Patmore NOES: Commissioners Emling, Noel, Stutz and Chairman Kaufman ABSENT: Commissioner Carico MOTION SECONDED AND CARRIED: Moved by Patmore, seconded by Noel and passed unanimously by those members present to recommend to the City Council that the Council approve the requested tentative map subject to the conditions of approval as amended. 7. ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REVISING THE DEFINITION OF SECONDARY DWELLING UNITS Ms. Zeff referred to staff report dated September 6, 1988 informed Commission the City Council adopted a new administrative definition on August 3, 1988 as follows: "Secondary Dwelling" means an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit which provides complete inde- pendent living facilities for one or more persons. A secondary Dwelling shall include facilities for living, sleeping, eating, cook- ing and sanitation, and be located on the same parcel and under the same ownership as a primary dwelling. Ms. Zeff recommended that the definition of secondary dwelling in the zoning ordinance be amended to be consistent with the City Council adopted administrative defini- tion of secondary dwelling. The Public Hearing was opened and closed with no one speaking for or against this item. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: It was passed by consensus to recommend to the City Council that the Zoning Ordinance be amended to revise the definition of Secondary Dwelling Unit as written in staff report dated September 6, 1988. — II— G. NEW BUSINESS: 1. Ms. Zeff asked Commission to add an Urgency item to the Agenda, for consideration of County of Santa Clara General Plan Conformance and Contiguity/Annexation statement for Mr. DaRocha for property lo- cated on Ravensbury Avenue. Commissioners indicated he would like an opportunity to make a site visit before making pny decisions on the property. PASSED BY CONSENSUS: It was passed by consensus to continue the Lands of DaRocha to the next Agenda. 2. Commissioner Jones asked Commissioners if it would be appropriate to change his vote on Pinewood Private School Annual Review from "Ab- stain" to "No". Councilman Johnson informed Commission he believed it is illegal to change vote from abstain to no after action is taken. Upon review of Roberts Rules of Order, it is indicated that changes of votes shall be prior to roll call tally. 3. Chairman Kaufman informed Commission of the Planning Commis- sioners Institute on Friday, September 30th in San Diego, noting please contact Leslie if you wish to attend. 4. With regard to the field trip on September 22, 1988 for Gaither the Department of Fish & Game, Santa Clara Valley Water District, Chairman of Environmental Design and Protection and Pathway Committee are to be notified for their attendance. H. OLD BUSINESS: I. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further new or old business (11:35 p.m.) this meeting was continued to a special field trip to the Lands of Gaither property, 24837 Moody Road, on Thursday, September 22, 1988 at 2:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Leslie Mullins Planning Technician — 12�