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Brandt said the city expects to be awarded three grants through the REAP‑2 program: two planning grants that together total $270,000 and one public-works grant for $90,000. He described the planning grants as focused on interior-city infill readiness and on evaluating growth constraints on the city's outskirts (for example, how the Lemoore Canal and existing rural roads could affect expansion plans). The public-works grant will explore ways to increase well-field capacity at the Kings River well field to support additional housing.

Brandt also reported the city is participating with the county and other cities on a regional Active Transportation Plan (ATP) to identify bikeways and pedestrian corridors. He updated the commission on the multi-jurisdictional housing element required by the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), noting the city has submitted one round of materials and expects additional rounds of review; he said lacking an adopted housing element limits affordable-housing developers' ability to apply for certain grants.

Other project notes: Brandt said construction is underway at the Maverik site and that Lennar's Liberty Drive subdivisions are active. He added that Lacy Ranch may be under sale to a new developer who is conducting due diligence.

Ending: Brandt said staff will return with more detailed grant project scoping and timelines; commissioners acknowledged the sales‑tax passage noted earlier in the meeting as supporting city revenues for projects.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City of Lemoore Planning Commission Meeting 2-10-2025","oneSentenceSummary","City planner Steve Brandt reported the city expects three REAP‑2 grants (two planning grants totaling $270,000 and one public-works grant of $90,000), participation in a countywide active-transportation plan, and ongoing work on the multi‑jurisdictional housing element with state HCD review.","taxTitle","Lemoore City, Kings County, California","taxId",71695,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6338806,"Commission backs zoning text amendments to allow limited electronic billboards, ease food‑truck rules and permit small covered patios",1920,2507000,4427000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2267948-fe9d40baa4f56ac046575c2aff97a0fe&start=2507&end=4427","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2267948-fe9d40baa4f56ac046575c2aff97a0fe/thumbnail_2507000.jpg","/articles/6338806/Lemoore-City/Kings-County/California/Commission-backs-zoning-text-amendments-to-allow-limited-electronic-billboards-ease-foodtruck-rules-and-permit-small-covered-patios","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6338806-ff4949267d0208ee3aa33d8dd612c7a7/orig.mp4?Expires=1771138369&Signature=WbniN25yL60zaV1IvBwi-fuL8-EGIH49Enh1dMHVq9p5t68iZCIQr5jgYl4hVaeJFBtIIMhThVUgl~NiL0vVJxnVN36p0UInzzSDZ1kBa0-8f-r0z8hBxmZ~Yy9V4Vwq-KPnRE-bUV-7QYbIHzPCLKMah7lHKWJktqan2ZFjwF29mzRNnlBfvCTqKzhOvWXgI33keX5rHXI~MYjDWAH8mzN2W6gKbaWLGuMBGwz4xB0JAAz~3R7CNLKfZghtQmOScPcdzMnuWlvBsfChhnjUKlZ2l5q4y9a3XsAqydfQJK3w1WduCOHNgkUA8ToDo9PbukCpVLYVV0Cf23HTaxGAOA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Lamar Planning Commission voted to recommend adoption of zoning text amendment 2025-01, which would: authorize a limited number of electronic billboards in specific zones with spacing and design standards; reduce the separation distance for mobile food vendors from 1,000 feet to 500 feet; and allow attached covered patios to encroach up to 5 feet into rear-yard setbacks provided they are not enclosed.

City planner Steve Brandt described the package as three related but distinct changes. On billboards, Brandt said the city currently prohibits new billboards but is proposing an electronic‑only allowance in limited zones with conditions. \"Only the electronic billboards be allowed,\" Brandt said, outlining proposed standards including a maximum of four digital billboards, a minimum 1,000-foot separation between billboards, a 300-foot buffer from highway-oriented signs and a requirement that displays not change more often than once every six seconds. He said Caltrans approval would also be required for signs along state highways.

Why it matters: The ordinance creates a regulated process for potential electronic signage along state highways and other specified districts while attempting to limit proliferation. Commissioners raised concerns about vacant parcels being leased for signage and whether a billboard could impede future property development; Brandt said a complete application must include site authorization from the property owner and the city could evaluate proposed sign locations as part of the conditional-use process.

Mobile food vendors: The proposal would reduce the required separation from existing brick-and-mortar restaurants from 1,000 to 500 feet, expand opportunities for vendors to operate on private property with owner permission, and allow multiple vendors on a site subject to conditional-use approval. Brandt said other restrictions would remain, including county health permits, commissary agreements and parking/traffic review.

Covered patios: The amendment would let attached covered patios encroach up to 5 feet into rear setbacks if they remain open on at least three sides; detached covered structures would also be permitted to 5 feet from the rear property line but could not be enclosed.

Votes and outcome: The commission voted to recommend the amendment package (motion by Commissioner Echagon; second by Commissioner Brewer). Roll call votes were recorded as all ayes and the resolution passed.

Ending: Commissioners asked staff to consider application requirements for billboard proposals on vacant parcels and suggested including conceptual site plans with applications; staff indicated they could add such requirements when processing conditional-use permit applications.","The commission recommended approval of zoning text amendment 2025-01 to permit up to four electronic billboards in specified zones with design and spacing limits, reduce the minimum separation for mobile food vendors from 1,000 to 500 feet, and allow covered patios to encroach 5 feet into rear-yard setbacks under conditions.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6338811,"Commission approves tentative parcel map for mixed commercial center with phased frontage and maintenance-district condition",1574,893000,2467000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2267948-fe9d40baa4f56ac046575c2aff97a0fe&start=893&end=2467","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2267948-fe9d40baa4f56ac046575c2aff97a0fe/thumbnail_893000.jpg","/articles/6338811/Lemoore-City/Kings-County/California/Commission-approves-tentative-parcel-map-for-mixed-commercial-center-with-phased-frontage-and-maintenance-district-condition","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6338811-e2ccc7f5d96e734432ea39600c394cbb/orig.mp4?Expires=1771138369&Signature=TJnewQbhPI7xFHIfCwq4or-Ubozm9tVRswBIo-iBJR-6cG5TjTkS98QHLkHWg60OZqwbs9eY04lxwubmGtM978S9I54W7MRY0qHKJQ2F3tD8B~1GNnjMC1slEzUwDpmWWAoD4z7DZremxxSpoLwfP1aNgc6ldxnHRecGP4Uc8EKCSF1wL07u59ecB0cjGVRBvAn2A28F9GKSI5p148T2TkLSYNSnUzfaliSkVUDF8~jo-eMvYAFz1TvlwMzA55XrQPVyjzBUXpqVh6KSWkGohxd~lnwyWaxNgd42jtLYfuO518DEqoGkIRB~vHnASEkrvBPHFPUVC9WeBPil370rJw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Lamar Planning Commission voted to adopt Resolution 2025-02 approving Tentative Parcel Map 202401, a proposal by J. Burke Holdings LLC to divide a 4.21-acre parcel at the southeast corner of West Bush Street and Acacia Drive into four parcels plus a remainder to accommodate a mixed commercial center.

City planner Steve Brandt said staff has worked with the developer for months on a site plan that will enable connected driveways and shared parking across the parcels. \"We've worked with the developer to ensure that when this is all done, that all the sites will be able to you'll be able to drive from 1 to the other without going back onto the street so that all the driveways will be connected,\" Brandt said. He added that the city negotiated a condition requiring phasing of frontage improvements and a condition requiring the formation of a community facilities district to fund infrastructure maintenance and potentially operations support for police and fire.

Why it matters: The parcel map underlies a larger development that includes previously approved uses (a car wash and mini-mart) and planned tenants along Bush Street; approving the map clears the way for building permits on the first phase but leaves other parcels to develop later. Commissioners focused on phasing of sidewalks and street frontage, potential temporary asphalt solutions, ADA compliance and whether the map could let a developer hold land without timely building.

Key details: Brandt said the first two buildings fronting Bush Street are in second-plan-check for building permits and likely to be developed first; the map includes shared-access and shared-parking requirements. Staff and the applicant agreed on an approach to phase curb, gutter and sidewalk construction; the commission asked for motion language clarifying that frontage for parcels B and D be constructed when either parcel B, D or the remainder parcel is developed. Commissioners discussed requiring temporary asphalt to improve pedestrian access during phased construction but noted ADA standards mean even temporary walks must meet slope, width and surface requirements.

Votes and formal action: Commissioner (name listed in transcript) moved to adopt Resolution 2025-02 with the agreed condition changes; Commissioner Franklin seconded. Roll call: Commissioner Brewer: Aye; Commissioner Clement: Aye; Commissioner Franklin: Aye; Commissioner Echagon: Aye; Commissioner Couch (chair): Aye. The motion passed.

Ending: Commissioners and a resident emphasized sidewalks and pedestrian connectivity; the commission asked staff to reflect the clarified phasing language in the motion and conditions before finalizing the record.
","The planning commission adopted Resolution 2025-02 approving Tentative Parcel Map 202401 dividing a 4.21-acre site at West Bush Street and Acacia Drive into multiple parcels for commercial development with phased frontage improvements and a required community facilities district.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6338815,"Planning commission approves Chevron permit to add full liquor sales",709,183000,892000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2267948-fe9d40baa4f56ac046575c2aff97a0fe&start=183&end=892","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2267948-fe9d40baa4f56ac046575c2aff97a0fe/thumbnail_183000.jpg","/articles/6338815/Lemoore-City/Kings-County/California/Planning-commission-approves-Chevron-permit-to-add-full-liquor-sales","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6338815-95f32fa5540e53b1defde4e658171055/orig.mp4?Expires=1771138370&Signature=mVjsMbzargQ1WV5k31gvNAgo6SR5zqfsFNx4sqr-58M4XU8isBAJX9OwehH20vrsEQrUKCa-E4qJZbJQCq8LH7rqTcPeE4IPqC5p3NFHHRIFwF7E4oxy4vc2WKavCuiUTdCf6uRjd3QVA8vwk8DLCwpg7e2fq1tVuPyz-lctzf3IgoTrQck3EXDGmkvJKspIJqBn2lbqZbQ5Jvcn7YLWUoZ5m-AJ8jbxJW9mgE-icTZpJAvnH4XLIpRPdWrJy709ClrV8h5HJtZxxujTBJaCKq7XATLaP88W9DzhGBVUow7LyHcv0Gp6TtojcbR0edDRxK8XemVMO-M6o9zEQbqcXw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The City of Lamar Planning Commission voted unanimously to adopt Resolution 2025-01, approving Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 2024-03 to allow the on-site sale of distilled spirits for off-site consumption at the Chevron store at 19½ Avenue.

The vote followed staff presentation and brief commissioner discussion on concentration rules and public-safety considerations. Steve Brandt, city planner, told commissioners the site previously was licensed for beer-and-wine (Type 20) sales and that the CUP would permit a Type 21 license (beer, wine and distilled spirits). \"This conditional use permit would allow them to also sell the hard liquor,\" Brandt said, adding that city departments and the city manager had reviewed the proposal and staff recommended approval with standard conditions requiring the applicant to obtain the appropriate ABC license.

The nut graf: The commission found the location met local ordinance distance requirements and other findings required by code, including the lack of parks, schools or religious uses within the 500-foot buffer described in the staff report. Commissioners also discussed concentration of alcohol retailers by census tract; Brandt said the city evaluates concentration at the census-tract level and that a threshold triggers the need for findings on convenience and public safety.

Supporting details: Commissioners asked whether the approval would increase DUIs or sales-tax revenue. Brandt said the city does not estimate revenue impacts and that law enforcement typically tracks crime and incident data; he noted concentration rules aim at public-safety concerns and stem from state law. Commissioners also commented on fairness for competing businesses, with one commissioner saying, \"from a fairness standpoint for business, I would say approve it,\" and another noting police and staff had \"done the homework\" and supported the findings.

Votes and formal action: Commissioner Brewer made the motion to adopt Resolution 2025-01 approving CUP 2024-03; Commissioner Franklin seconded. The roll call was Commissioner Clement: Aye; Commissioner Franklin: Aye; Commissioner Brewer: Aye; Commissioner Echagon: Aye; Commissioner Couch (chair): Aye. The resolution passed and the permit was approved, subject to the standard conditions listed in the resolution and the applicant obtaining required ABC permits.

Ending: The commission closed public comment on the item after one resident spoke to procedural questions about ABC mapping and census-tract counts. The permit will be effective after the applicant completes licensing steps required by the city and state ABC.","The City of Lamar Planning Commission on an unanimous vote adopted Resolution 2025-01 approving Conditional Use Permit 2024-03 to allow on-site sale of distilled spirits for off-site consumption at the Chevron at 19½ Avenue.","actionData","errors"]

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