2005-12-08 PC MinutesMINUTES OF THE MEETING
OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA
DECEMBER 8, 2005
Vice -Chairman Kretzmer called the meeting of the El Segundo Planning CALL TO ORDER
Commission to order at 7:05 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the City of
El Segundo City Hall, 350 Main Street, El Segundo, California.
Vice -Chairman Kretzmer led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
PRESENT: FELLHAUER, FRICK, KRETZMER, WAGNER
ABSENT: FUNK (resigned)
None.
Vice -Chairman Kretzmer presented the Consent Calendar.
None.
PLEDGE TO FLAG
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC
COMMUNICATIONS
CONSENT
CALENDAR
CALL ITEMS FROM
CONSENT
CALENDAR
Commissioner Wagner moved, seconded by Commissioner Frick, to MOTION
approve the November 10, 2005, Planning Commission Minutes as
presented. Motion passed 4-0.
None.
Vice -Chairman Kretzmer presented Agenda Item No. H-2,
Administrative Determination No. 05-2, parking requirement for a Mattel
Corporate Events Center. Applicant and Property Owner: Mattel, Inc.
Address: 1955 East Grand Avenue.
Planning Manager Christensen presented staff report (of record).
Vice -Chairman Kretzmer opened the public hearing.
Corinne Murat, Mattel Senior Manager, Government Affairs
Ms. Murat advised that Mattel converted this office space in 2003 to
meeting space, allowing Mattel to accommodate a private toy fair that is
WRITTEN
COMMUNICATIONS
PUBLIC HEARINGS,
NEW BUSINESS,
ADMINISTRATIVE
DETERMINATION
NO. 05-2
Parking Requirement
For A Mattel
Corporate
Events Center.
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put on approximately two to three times a year; explained that these toy
fairs are a private viewing of Mattel's new toy line — noting that each
year, approximately 80 percent of Mattel's toy line is new; stated that
these toy fairs are very important to Mattel's business; advised that
these toy fairs are private and highly confidential; and noted that the
attendees are buyers that come into town and stay for a few days during
the event. She explained that the building is converted into a series of
galleries and that the entire building is never used at one time; and
stated that there is ample parking for the attendees and employees.
She mentioned that these events were typically hosted at other venues
outside El Segundo and that Mattel is pleased to now be the host of
these affairs in this City. She added that this past fair, Mattel booked
4,336 hotel room nights in El Segundo for those attendees, total
bookings having exceeded one-half million dollars; advised that the
guests are encouraged to dine in El Segundo; and she urged the
Commission to support this Administrative Determination.
Commissioner Wagner expressed his appreciation of being invited to
tour the facility during the toy fair; and stated it is his understanding this
event is a private affair.
Ms. Murat reiterated that this is a private affair for buyers to see Mattel's
product lines ahead of the toy season; and stated that the company
occasionally hosts Mattel employees from around the world who come
to the corporate headquarters for training and other purposes.
There being no further input, Vice -Chairman Kretzmer closed the public
hearing.
Commissioner Frick stated that this is a unique situation wherein a good
plan has been executed.
Vice -Chairman Kretzmer pointed out that Mattel has about twice as
much parking as it needs for the facility; and he noted his appreciation of
Mattel's promotion of El Segundo.
In response to Commissioner Wagner's inquiry regarding the possibility
of public use, Assistant City Attorney Berger explained that because this
is a special use, the Mattel Corporate Events Center/Toy Fair is not
listed in the Municipal Code and, therefore, a special provision for
parking requirements is necessary; and noted that should Mattel one
day decide to open these fairs to the public, they would have to comply
with the parking requirements in the Municipal Code.
Commissioner Wagner moved, seconded by Commissioner Frick, to MOTION
approve Administrative Determination No. 05-2, parking requirements
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for the Mattel Corporate Events Center. Motion passed 4-0.
None. PUBLIC HEARINGS,
CONTINUED
BUSINESS
Planning Manager Christensen advised that because there are no items REPORT FROM
for the second meeting in December, the next regularly scheduled DIRECTOR
meeting for the Planning Commission will be January 12, 2006; and
stated that a schedule of Planning Commission meetings for 2006 will
be provided in the Commission's next meeting packet. She noted that
Robin Funk has officially submitted her resignation from the
Commission; and that the next agenda will include an item for selection
of a new Chairperson.
None. PUBLIC
COMMUNICATIONS
Commissioner Wagner wished everyone a happy holiday season. PLANNING
COMMISSIONERS'
Vice -Chairman Kretzmer wished everyone a happy holiday season; and COMMENTS
expressed his appreciation of Robin Funk's contributions to this City as
a Planning Commissioner. He expressed his belief the joint meeting of
the City Council and the Planning Commission on R-1 zoning issues
was a success, hoping that more meetings will be conducted and that
more public input will be provided.
None. OTHER BUSINESS
The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m. ADJOURNMENT
PASSED AND APPROVED ON THIS 9th DAY/OF F.
Seimone Jur'i ecr, of
the Planning Commission
and Director of Planning,
Building Safety
Mike' Kretzmer,
the Planning Co
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City of El Segund
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ission
California
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