Architectural Review Commission Meeting Update
Regular Meeting

November 2, 2009                        Monday                                     5:00 p.m.

ROLL CALL:      Commrs. Jim Duffy, Suzan Ehdaie, Steven Hopkins, Chris Weber, Greg Wilhelm, Vice-Chair Anthony Palazzo, and Chairperson Allen Root 

Chair Root & Commr. Weber were absent. 

ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA: 

The agenda was accepted as submitted. 

PUBLIC COMMENT: 

There was no public comment other than on regular agenda items. 

PUBLIC HEARINGS: 

1.     955 Morro Street, 840, 842, 844, 848, 868, 870, & 886 Monterey Street, 847, 861, 863, & 877 Palm Street, and 984 & 986 Chorro Street.  ARC 30-09; Continued review of colors and materials for the Chinatown Mixed-Use Project; C-D-H zone; SLO Chinatown, LLC, applicant. (Continued from October 19, 2009, meeting)  (Pam Ricci) 

On a 5:0 vote, the ARC recommended final approval of the project colors and materials to the City Council, based on the following finding:   

1.   The building colors and materials are appropriate for the architectural style, character, and form of the new structures within the project and will complement the architectural character of surrounding buildings.  

The Commission complimented the architect on the thoroughness of his presentation and was pleased to review actual samples of the colors and materials for all proposed buildings within the project.

COMMENT & DISCUSSION: 

2.            Staff: 

a.  Running Effective Meetings – Assistant City Attorney Christine Dietrick will review parliamentary procedure and discuss other tips for improving the flow and discussion of meetings.

Assistant City Attorney Christine Dietrick provided a thorough presentation which was well received by the ARC and provided them with helpful information to continue to improve the flow and discussion at meetings. 

b.  Agenda Forecast - Pam Ricci provided an agenda forecast for upcoming meetings. 

3.            Commission: 

a.   Minutes:  October 19, 2009 - The minutes were accepted as submitted. 

b.   Recent Project Review – Lessons Learned 

Vice-Chair Palazzo mentioned that the improvements to Meathead Movers were an improvement to the site. 

Commr. Hopkins noted that the new bank building at the northwest corner of Prado Road and South Higuera Street was turning out nicely.  Other Commissioners agreed and felt that the simplicity of the design contributed to its appeal. 

ADJOURNMENT   

The meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m.

Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Architectural Review Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection in the Community Development Department, 919 Palm Street, during normal business hours.