Walnut Creek public meetings in 2022

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for December 22, 2022, because there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is set for January 12, 2023, at 6:00 PM. No specific items, rezonings, or ordinances were discussed or decided at this cancelled session.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to conduct
• Next regular meeting scheduled for January 12, 2023

Planning Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission met to consider a Conditional Use Permit application for a delivery-only cannabis business. The agenda included standard procedural items such as roll call, consent calendar, and public communications. The primary substantive item was a public hearing regarding a proposal to expand an existing medical-use cannabis delivery service to include recreational sales.

• Public Hearing: Conditional Use Permit for Northern Erudite Ventures/Herb N Joy (Application No. Y22-112)
• Proposal: Delivery-only retail sales for adult (recreational) and medical-use cannabis at 2678 N. Main Street, Suite 20
• Note: No on-site sales of cannabis are permitted under this proposal

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit for Northern Erudite Ventures/Herb N Joy to operate a delivery-only cannabis retail business at 2678 N. Main Street, Suite 20, replacing an existing medical-only delivery service. The permit allows adult (recreational) and medical-use cannabis sales with no on-site sales. The motion carried 5-0.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit Y22-112 for delivery-only cannabis sales at 2678 N. Main Street, Suite 20 (5-0)

Design Review Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Design Review Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at 7:00 PM has been cancelled because there is no business to conduct. No decisions, proposals, or discussions will take place at this session. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at 7:00 PM.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to conduct
• Next regular meeting scheduled for December 21, 2022

PROS Commission Regular Meeting

The Park, Recreation, and Open Space Commission meets to approve the June 6, 2022 minutes and the 2023 commission calendar. The primary substantive item is the review of the PROS Commission Pickleball Task Force report, which includes an aerial view of Rudgear Park. The meeting also includes standard public communications and staff reports.

• Approval of minutes from the Regular Meeting of June 6, 2022
• Approval of the 2023 PROS Commission Calendar
• Review of the PROS Commission Pickleball Task Force report
• Discussion of Rudgear Park aerial view regarding pickleball

The PROS Commission held a special meeting on December 5, 2022, with no substantive decisions made. The consent calendar, including approval of June 6, 2022 minutes and the 2023 calendar, was approved. The commission discussed the Pickleball Task Force, but no action was taken on it.

• Approved minutes of June 6, 2022 regular meeting
• Approved 2023 PROS Commission calendar
• Discussed Pickleball Task Force (no action taken)

Planning Commission Special Meeting

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission held a special meeting to consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding an Outdoor Dining Overlay Zone. The proposal includes creating a new zone to regulate outdoor dining in specific downtown districts and amending parking fee regulations for the Pedestrian-Retail District. The agenda also included standard procedural items such as roll call, consent calendar, and public communications.

• Public hearing on Outdoor Dining Overlay Zone and Policy Zoning Ordinance Amendment
• Proposal to create a new Overlay Zone regulating outdoor dining in the Pedestrian-Retail District and adjacent mixed-use districts
• Proposal to amend Zoning Ordinance regarding parking fee payments in lieu of off-street spaces in the P-R District
• Adoption of conforming amendments to the Walnut Creek Municipal Code to implement the Outdoor Dining Policy

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously recommended that the City Council adopt an ordinance creating an Outdoor Dining Overlay Zone and amending parking regulations in the downtown area. No public comment was received, and the recommendation includes changes to the proposed overlay zone and policy. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no consent calendar items or public communications.

• Recommended Outdoor Dining Overlay Zone and Policy amendment to City Council (unanimous, 6-0)

Transportation Commission Meeting Canceled

The regular meeting of the Walnut Creek Transportation Commission scheduled for November 17, 2022, has been canceled. No items were decided or discussed because the meeting did not take place. The agenda contains only standard procedural information regarding the advisory body's role and contact details.

• Meeting status: Canceled
• Scheduled date: November 17, 2022
• Location: Council Chamber, City Hall, 1666 N. Main Street, Walnut Creek

The November 17, 2022 regular meeting of the Walnut Creek Transportation Commission was canceled. No decisions were made or items discussed.

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission will hold a public hearing on two specific projects. The first is a one-year extension for Phase 1 of the Mt. Diablo Mixed-Use Project at 1532 Mt Diablo Boulevard. The second is architectural changes to the F&M Bank building at 1823 North Main Street. The commission will also adopt the 2023 calendar.

• Public hearing for one-year extension of Design Review approval for Phase 1 of Mt. Diablo Mixed-Use Project (30 units, 10,000 sq ft retail) at 1532 Mt Diablo Boulevard
• Public hearing for Design Review approval of architectural changes, landscaping, and signage for F&M Bank at 1823 North Main Street
• Adoption of the Proposed 2023 Commission and Council Calendar

Planning Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission met on November 10, 2022, to consider a Conditional Use Permit for Trinity Center. The application seeks permission to operate a nighttime emergency shelter for the homeless population at the Walnut Creek Armory from December 12, 2022, to April 14, 2023. The agenda also included the adoption of the 2023 Commission and Council Calendar.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Application No. Y22-092 for Trinity Center at 1800 Carmel Drive
• Proposed operation of a nighttime emergency shelter at the Walnut Creek Armory from December 12, 2022, to April 14, 2023
• Adoption of the Proposed 2023 Commission and Council Calendar

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit for Trinity Center to operate a nighttime emergency shelter at the Walnut Creek Armory (1800 Carmel Drive) from December 12, 2022, to April 14, 2023. The commission also approved the proposed 2023 Commission and Council Calendar. No public comment was received on either item.

• Approved Trinity Center Evening Program Conditional Use Permit (Y22-092) for 1800 Carmel Drive (unanimous)
• Approved adoption of Proposed 2023 Commission and Council Calendar (unanimous)

Design Review Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Design Review Commission meeting scheduled for November 2, 2022, was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. No specific projects, rezonings, or ordinances were discussed or decided at this cancelled session.

• Meeting cancelled: No business to conduct
• Next meeting: November 16, 2022

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 27, 2022, at 7:00 PM was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 10, 2022, at 7:00 PM. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions took place at the cancelled session.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to conduct
• Next regular meeting scheduled for November 10, 2022

Arts Commission Regular Meeting

The Walnut Creek Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes and accept annual reports for the Public Art program and Lesher Center. The primary substantive item is a discussion to revisit the Public Art Strategic Plan, including its objectives and action steps. The commission will also receive reports on current public art projects and an update on the Lesher Center Strategic Plan.

• Revisit Public Art Strategic Plan
• Acceptance of Public Art Annual Report, 2021-2022
• Acceptance of Lesher Center Annual Report, 2021-2022
• Lesher Center Strategic Plan Update
• Public Art Projects Report

The Walnut Creek Arts Commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, including minutes and annual reports, and reaffirmed the 2018 Public Art Strategic Plan for the next five years with emphasis on rotating art, murals, and a signature piece. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and updates.

• Approved minutes of August 12, 2022 Public Art Retreat (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2022 Special Meeting (unanimous)
• Accepted Public Art Annual Report 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted Lesher Center Annual Report 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed 2018 Public Art Strategic Plan for next five years (unanimous)

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission meets to hold public hearings on two specific projects. The first is a remodel of the former Crate & Barrel building at 1115 Broadway Plaza for Pinstripes, including a new restaurant and bowling alley. The second is a Master Sign Program for the eight-tenant retail building at 1601 North Main Street. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as roll call and public communications.

• Public hearing for Pinstripes Building Remodel (App No. Y22-075) at 1115 Broadway Plaza
• Public hearing for 1601 N. Main St. Master Sign Program (App No. Y22-064)
• Pinstripes project includes interior modifications for a ground-floor restaurant and second-floor bowling alley
• 1601 N. Main St. project involves approval of building and tenant identification signs

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 13, 2022, at 7:00 PM. The agenda states there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 27, 2022, at 7:00 PM.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to conduct
• Next regular meeting scheduled for October 27, 2022

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission meets to review one public hearing item: exterior modifications and sign ordinance exceptions for a new Crate and Barrel tenant. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and public comment opportunities, with no other specific projects or decisions listed.

• Public hearing for Crate and Barrel exterior modifications and remodel at 1201 South Main Street (Application No. Y22-063).
• Scope includes new exterior lighting, signage, removal of a skylight, storefront layout changes, and a new mural.
• Request for Sign Ordinance exceptions for wall sign height and blade sign size.

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 22, 2022, at 7:00 PM. The agenda states there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 13, 2022, at 7:00 PM.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to conduct
• Next regular meeting set for October 13, 2022

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission will hold public hearings on two projects: a one-year extension for an existing F&M Bank branch and a 17-lot single-family housing development. The housing project at 730 and 748 Minert Road seeks design feedback, density bonus waivers, and tree removal permits. The bank extension at 1823 North Main Street requests to keep current approvals valid through August 2023 while a redesign is reviewed.

• Public hearing for F&M Bank one-year extension at 1823 North Main Street (App No. Y15-085)
• Public hearing for 17-lot single-family development at 730 and 748 Minert Road (App No. Y22-019)
• Review of Density Bonus waivers and Housing Accountability Act (SB330) compliance for the Minert Road project
• Consideration of Tree Removal and Dripline Encroachment permits for the Minert Road project

Transportation Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss and provide feedback on several transportation topics, including the Social Service Transportation Program, Safe Routes to School Study implementation, the Local Road Safety Plan, and a traffic signal education presentation. The commission is an advisory body to the City Council and will also consider approving the July 21, 2022 minutes.

• Discussion of Social Service Transportation Program background and future development
• Discussion of Safe Routes to School Study implementation goals
• Update on Local Road Safety Plan and request for feedback on collision profiles
• Informational presentation on technical aspects of traffic signals
• Approval of draft minutes from July 21, 2022

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission held a regular meeting with no substantive votes beyond approving the July 21, 2022 minutes. The commission received informational presentations on the Social Service Transportation Program, Safe Routes to School Study, Local Road Safety Plan, and traffic signal education, with public comments and staff discussion but no decisions made on these items.

• Approved minutes of July 21, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission met to consider a tentative subdivision map for the Walden Garden Townhomes project. The item involves creating eight residential air-space condominium units at 1394 Walden Road. The agenda notes that building design and density waivers were previously approved by City Council, and this hearing is specifically to allow individual ownership of the units.

• Public hearing for Walden Garden Townhomes Tentative Subdivision (Condo Map), Application No. Y20-052
• Project located at 1394 Walden Road
• Proposal to create eight residential air-space condominium units
• Processed under the Housing Accountability Act (SB330)

The Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously approved the tentative subdivision map for the Walden Garden Townhomes project at 1394 Walden Road, which will create eight residential air-space condominium units. The approval was granted under the Housing Accountability Act (SB330) and follows prior City Council approval of the building design and related permits. No public comment was received during the hearing.

• Approved Walden Garden Townhomes Tentative Subdivision (Condo Map) unanimously (6-0)

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission holds a public hearing on a proposal to replace existing buildings at 2700 Mitchell Drive with a three-story self-storage facility and a microbrewery. The project includes the removal of 31 trees and the creation of a dog park. The commission also considers a request to change its regular meeting start time.

• Public hearing on Shadelands SecureSpace/Calicraft Project at 2700 Mitchell Drive (App No. Y22-018)
• Proposal for a 155,628 sq ft self-storage facility and 8,975 sq ft microbrewery
• Plan includes removal of 31 trees and construction of a dog park
• Consideration of a request to change the Design Review Commission meeting start time

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 25, 2022, at 7:00 PM. The agenda states there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 8, 2022, at 7:00 PM.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to conduct
• Next regular meeting scheduled for September 8, 2022

Transportation Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for May 20, 2020 was cancelled. No decisions were made.

Transportation Commission Meeting - Cancelled

The Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for March 19, 2020 was cancelled. No substantive decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled

Transportation Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for September 17, 2020, was cancelled. No decisions were made or items discussed.

• Cancelled September 17, 2020 meeting

Design Review Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Design Review Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at 7:00 PM. The agenda states there is no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at 7:00 PM.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to conduct
• Next meeting scheduled for September 7, 2022

Arts Commission Special Meeting

The Walnut Creek Arts Commission is holding a special meeting to consider the Veterans Memorial Landscape Plan and the Trinity Center Mural project. The body will also elect a Vice Chair and approve the minutes from the April 25, 2022 meeting. Reports on public art projects and the Lesher Center Strategic Plan update are also scheduled.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Consideration of Veterans Memorial Landscape Plan
• Consideration of Trinity Center Mural proposal
• Approval of Arts Commission Minutes of April 25, 2022
• Report on Lesher Center Strategic Plan Update

The Walnut Creek Arts Commission approved artist Cliff Garten's plan to replace trees and plants at Veterans Memorial Plaza as part of the city's renovation, with a 4-1 vote. The commission also approved the Trinity Center's mural proposal for 1766 Locust Street and elected Jane Emanuel as Vice Chair.

• Approved Veterans Memorial Plaza landscape plan by artist Cliff Garten (4-1)
• Approved Trinity Center mural at 1766 Locust Street, artist Trent Thompson (unanimous)
• Elected Jane Emanuel as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 25, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)

Arts Commission Special Meeting - Public Arts Retreat

The Walnut Creek Arts Commission convened a special meeting on August 12, 2022, specifically for a Public Art Retreat. The agenda consisted solely of a study session to review the Public Art Program, with no votes or decisions scheduled. Public comment was limited to agenda subjects, and the meeting concluded with an adjournment.

• Study Session: Public Art Program Review
• Review of Walnut Creek Municipal Code 7-3 Public Art
• Review of Walnut Creek Municipal Code 10-10 Public Art
• Review of Public Art Master Plan rev 2016
• Review of Public Art Strategic Plan 2018

The Arts Commission held a special meeting retreat focused on roles, collection management, and strategic planning. No formal decisions were made, but staff indicated they will recommend the Commission ask City Council for a Public Art Fund appropriation in the next two-year budget to cover project and collection needs for fiscal years 2024-25.

• No formal decisions made; retreat was informational
• Staff to recommend Public Art Fund appropriation request for FY 2024-25

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a sign ordinance exception for BASS Medical. The applicant seeks approval to install a 22.5 square-foot monument sign on adjacent property at 501 Lennon Lane to serve as wayfinding for the medical center at 575 Lennon Lane. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items such as roll call and public comments.

• Public hearing for BASS Medical Freestanding Sign and Sign Ordinance Exception (Application No. Y21-094)
• Proposed installation of a 22.5 square-foot monument sign at 501 Lennon Lane
• Sign intended to serve as wayfinding for BASS Medical at 575 Lennon Lane
• Request for offsite sign location exception under Walnut Creek Sign Ordinance Section 10-8.111

Planning Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission met to review the draft 2023-2031 Housing Element Update, which addresses a Regional Housing Needs Assessment of 5,805 new dwelling units. The body also considered an Administrative Use Permit for the Luna Sea Lounge at 121 Pringle Avenue, #7, allowing for alcoholic beverage sales. The meeting included public communications and hearings regarding these items before adjourning at 8:29 p.m.

• Review of 2023-2031 Housing Element Update addressing 5,805 new dwelling units
• Administrative Use Permit for Luna Sea Lounge at 121 Pringle Avenue, #7
• Authorization to transmit Housing Element to California State Department of Housing and Community Development

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update, a General Plan Amendment citywide, and authorized its transmittal to the California Department of Housing and Community Development. The commission also approved an Administrative Use Permit for Luna Sea Lounge, a new cocktail lounge at 121 Pringle Avenue, Unit #7, allowing alcohol sales. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2023-2031 Housing Element Update (unanimous)
• Approved Luna Sea Lounge Administrative Use Permit (unanimous)

Arts Commission Regular Meeting - CANCELLED

This meeting of the Walnut Creek Arts Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 15, 2022 at 6:00 pm. No business will be conducted at this cancelled session.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next regular meeting scheduled for August 15, 2022 at 6:00 pm

Transportation Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission met on July 21, 2022, to discuss two main items: staff-submitted applications for One Bay Area Round 3 (OBAG 3) grants and an update on the City’s Local Road Safety Plan. The body is advisory to the City Council and did not vote on these items during this session. The meeting also included the approval of minutes from May 19, 2022.

• Review of two OBAG-3 grant applications submitted to Contra Costa Transportation Authority on July 15, 2022
• Presentation and feedback session on preliminary findings from the Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP) analysis
• Approval of minutes from the May 19, 2022 meeting

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission unanimously approved the minutes from its May 19, 2022 meeting. Staff reported that two OBAG-3 grant applications were submitted to the Contra Costa Transportation Authority on July 15, 2022, and presented an introduction to the Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP) for feedback. No formal decisions were made on the grant applications or the LRSP; these items were informational only.

• Approved minutes of May 19, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission will hold public hearings on two final design review applications. The first is for the Oakmont of Shadelands senior housing and residential care facility at 2800 Mitchell Drive and 1925 Oak Grove Road, seeking final approval after prior comments. The second is for a 13-lot single-family subdivision at 2670 and 2680 Walnut Boulevard, also seeking final design review. The meeting also includes consent calendar, public communications, and commission considerations.

• Final design review for Oakmont of Shadelands: 254-unit senior housing and 136-bed care facility at 2800 Mitchell Drive and 1925 Oak Grove Road (APNs 143-040-103 & 143-040-093)
• Final design review for 13-lot single-family subdivision at 2670 and 2680 Walnut Boulevard (APNs 179-030-002 & 179-030-001), processed under SB 330
• City Council previously approved General Plan Amendments, PD Rezones, and Tree Removal Permits for the Oakmont project on June 7, 2022
• City Council denied appeal and upheld Planning Commission approval for the Walnut Boulevard subdivision on June 21, 2022
• Public comments limited to 2 minutes per speaker; written comments due by 5 p.m. on meeting day

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for July 14, 2022, stating there is no business to conduct. The agenda notes that amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding the Pedestrian-Retail District and Outdoor Dining Policy, which were previously noticed for this date, will be rescheduled and re-noticed for a future date. The next regular meeting is set for Thursday, July 28, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled with no business to conduct
• Zoning Ordinance amendments for Pedestrian-Retail District and Outdoor Dining Policy rescheduled

Design Review Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Design Review Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at 7:00 PM. The agenda states there is no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at 7:00 PM.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to conduct
• Next meeting scheduled for July 20, 2022

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 23, 2022, because there is no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is set for Thursday, July 14, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. This agenda contains no proposed ordinances, rezonings, or other substantive items for discussion.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to conduct
• Next regular meeting scheduled for July 14, 2022

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on the final design for the Montego Senior Living project. The proposal involves renovating an existing two-story medical office building at 1455 Montego into a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly. The project includes a 4,860 square foot addition to the rear of the building. The Planning Commission previously approved the Conditional Use Permit for this change in zoning on March 10, 2022.

• Final Design Review for Montego Senior Living at 1455 Montego
• Renovation of existing medical office building into a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly
• Proposed 4,860 square foot addition to the rear of the building
• Application No. Y21-050; APN 140-241-001

Planning Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission met on June 9, 2022, to consider a Conditional Use Permit application. The sole public hearing item involved establishing a veterinary office named Modern Animal Vet in the Central Retail District. The meeting also included standard procedural items such as roll call and public communications.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Application No. Y22-044 for Modern Animal Vet
• Proposed location: 1360 Mt Diablo Boulevard (corner of Mt Diablo Boulevard and N Broadway)
• Use: Veterinary office (Animal Hospitals/Veterinary Services) in C-R, Central Retail District
• APN 178-261-043

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit for Modern Animal, a veterinary office, at 1360 Mt Diablo Boulevard in the Central Retail District. The public hearing was held with no public comment, and the motion carried with all seven commissioners voting in favor. No other substantive decisions were made; the consent calendar and commission considerations were empty.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit Y22-044 for Modern Animal vet clinic at 1360 Mt Diablo Blvd (unanimous, 7-0)

PROS Commission Regular Meeting

The Park, Recreation, and Open Space Commission will consider conceptual site plans for future combined facilities at Heather Farm Park and a driving range project at Boundary Oak Golf Course. The meeting also includes approval of April 4, 2022 minutes and the 2022 Division 663 Annual Report. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions are listed in the agenda text.

• Conceptual Site Plan of Future Combined Facilities at Heather Farm Park
• Boundary Oak Golf Course Driving Range Project Conceptual Plan
• Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 4, 2022
• 2022 Division 663 Annual Report

The PROS Commission held a special meeting on June 6, 2022, with all commissioners present. The consent calendar included approval of the April 4, 2022 minutes and the 2022 Division 663 Annual Report. The commission considered conceptual site plans for future combined facilities at Heather Farm Park and the Boundary Oak Golf Course Driving Range project, but no final decisions were recorded on these items.

• Approved minutes of the April 4, 2022 regular meeting
• Accepted the 2022 Division 663 Annual Report
• Discussed conceptual site plan for Heather Farm Park combined facilities
• Discussed conceptual plan for Boundary Oak Golf Course Driving Range

Design Review Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Design Review Commission cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for June 1, 2022, stating there was no business to conduct. The only item on the agenda, Application No. Y21-024 for the 2670 & 2680 Walnut Boulevard Subdivision, will be rescheduled and re-noticed for a future date. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, June 15, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to conduct
• Application No. Y21-024 (2670 & 2680 Walnut Boulevard Subdivision) rescheduled

Planning Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent calendar, public communications, and public hearings. The main discussion items are a City Manager's update on city activities and future priorities, including a potential sales tax initiative, and a request to change the regular start time for Planning Commission meetings.

• Discussion of potential sales tax initiative
• Consideration of changing Planning Commission meeting start time
• City Manager's update on past two years and future priorities

Transportation Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission met on May 19, 2022, to discuss a proposed sales tax ballot issue and receive updates on transit and infrastructure projects. The body is advisory, so it did not vote on these items but reviewed staff reports and presentations. Key topics included the County Connection service levels and the Newell Avenue Bicycle and Pedestrian Corridor Improvements.

• Discussion of a proposed Sales Tax Measure ballot issue
• Update on County Connection service levels and ridership
• Update on Newell Avenue Bicycle and Pedestrian Corridor Improvements
• Presentation on Traffic Signals (part two of three)

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission held a regular meeting on May 19, 2022, with all commissioners present. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the March 17, 2022 meeting minutes. The rest of the meeting consisted of informational updates and discussions, with no other decisions made.

• Approved minutes of March 17, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission meets to consider a major subdivision for a 13-lot single-family development at 2670 & 2680 Walnut Boulevard, including tree removal permits and density bonus waivers. The body also reviews a rezoning request for the Citrus Marketplace Shopping Center at 2200-2290 Oak Grove Road to adjust operating hours for the vacant anchor tenant and BevMo deliveries. The Commission is asked to approve the subdivision and forward a recommendation to City Council on the shopping center rezone.

• Major Subdivision approval for 13-lot development at 2670 & 2680 Walnut Boulevard (App No. Y21-024)
• Tree Removal Permit for 23 trees, including 10 highly protected, at 2670 & 2680 Walnut Boulevard
• Waivers requested under State Density Bonus Law for the Walnut Boulevard project
• Rezone of Citrus Marketplace Shopping Center (2200-2290 Oak Grove Road) from P-D District 1936 to new P-D District
• Recommendation to City Council on adoption of Negative Declaration and new Planned Development Ordinance for Citrus Marketplace

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission unanimously approved a major subdivision at 2670 & 2680 Walnut Boulevard, including density bonus waivers, a tree removal permit, and a tree dripline encroachment permit. The project will create 13 single-family homes, with two units restricted to low-income households. The commission also unanimously recommended that the City Council adopt a Negative Declaration and a new Planned Development Ordinance for the Citrus Marketplace Shopping Center rezone, which would adjust operating hours and delivery times.

• Approved 13-lot subdivision at 2670 & 2680 Walnut Boulevard with density bonus waivers, tree removal, and dripline permits (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of Negative Declaration for Citrus Marketplace rezone (unanimous)
• Recommended adoption of new Planned Development Ordinance for Citrus Marketplace rezone (unanimous)

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Design Review Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 4, 2022, at 7:00 pm in the Council Chamber. The main item is a presentation on the updated Design Review Process Manual, which addresses recent state housing laws (Senate Bills 8, 35, and 330), and a progress report on the Design Review Standards and Guidelines Update project. The agenda also includes routine items such as consent calendar, public communications, and staff reports.

• Presentation of updated Design Review Process Manual addressing state housing laws (SB 8, 35, 330)
• Progress report on Design Review Standards and Guidelines Update project
• Objective Design Standard Checklists for single-family and multi-family/mixed-use residential developments
• Public comments limited to 2 minutes per speaker
• Meeting held in-person and via Zoom (ID: 820 1179 6789)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission unanimously approved a Conditional Use Permit for First Citizens Bank at 100 Pringle Avenue, Suite 100, allowing the bank to expand into adjacent Suite 120 for a total of 4,591 square feet. The public hearing was held with testimony from applicant Brandon White. The commission also agreed to discuss changing the meeting start time to 6 P.M. at a future meeting.

• Approved First Citizens Bank Conditional Use Permit Y22-022 (unanimous)
• Agreed to discuss 6 P.M. meeting start time at next meeting

Arts Commission Regular Meeting

The Walnut Creek Arts Commission will hold a regular meeting on April 25, 2022, to consider several public art items, including a mural at Lululemon in Broadway Plaza, public art concepts for the John Muir Medical Center Outpatient Building, and updates to the fees and charges schedule. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair, make liaison appointments, and receive reports on public art projects and the Lesher Center strategic plan. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Lululemon at Broadway Plaza Exterior Wall Mural
• John Muir Medical Center Outpatient Building Public Art Concepts
• Updates to Fees & Charges Schedule
• Center for Community Arts Annual Report

The Walnut Creek Arts Commission unanimously approved a mural for the exterior of Lululemon at Broadway Plaza, selecting artist Jenny Phillips and a localized theme. It also approved public art concepts by Talley Fisher, Barbara Grygutis, and Joe O'Connell for the John Muir Medical Center Outpatient Building. The commission accepted proposed fee changes for Lesher Center and Center REP programs, forwarding them to the City Council. Additionally, it elected Commissioner Merideth as Chair and Commissioner Cowdery as Vice Chair.

• Approved mural location, artist Jenny Phillips, and concept for Lululemon at Broadway Plaza (unanimous)
• Approved public art concepts by Talley Fisher, Barbara Grygutis, and Joe O'Connell for John Muir Medical Center Outpatient Building (unanimous)
• Accepted proposed fee changes for Lesher Center and Center REP, forwarded to City Council (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Merideth as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Cowdery as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 24, 2021 and February 22, 2022 meetings (unanimous)
• Accepted Center for Community Arts Annual Report (unanimous)

Design Review Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Design Review Commission's regular meeting scheduled for April 20, 2022, was cancelled because there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 4, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business
• Next meeting: May 4, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.

Planning Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission met to review a public hearing for the Oakmont of Shadelands development. The project involves a 254-unit senior housing and 136-bed residential care facility on a 9.5-acre site at 2800 Mitchell Drive. The Commission was asked to recommend adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and various zoning and plan amendments to the City Council.

• Public hearing for Oakmont of Shadelands Senior Housing and Residential Care Facility (Application No. Y20-034)
• Proposal for 254-unit senior housing and 136-bed residential care facility at 2800 Mitchell Drive
• General Plan Amendment to change land use from Business Park to Mixed Use - Residential Emphasis
• Rezoning and Specific Plan Amendment for the Shadelands area
• Recommendation for adoption of a draft Mitigated Negative Declaration

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a Mitigated Negative Declaration and, by a 6-1 vote, recommended approval of the Oakmont of Shadelands senior housing and residential care facility at 2800 Mitchell Drive. The project includes a General Plan Amendment, Specific Plan Amendment, rezoning, design review, minor subdivision, tree removal permit, and tree dripline encroachment permit. The recommendation will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Approved Mitigated Negative Declaration for Oakmont of Shadelands (unanimous)
• Approved project entitlements for 254-unit senior housing and 136-bed care facility (6-1, Strongman no)

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission will consider final approval for a new 113,846-square-foot senior living community at 1220 Rossmoor Parkway, including the removal of 41 trees. The body will also provide a recommendation to City Council for an 8-unit townhome project at 1394 Walden Road that includes one affordable unit. Additionally, the Commission will vote on a one-year extension for the Carmel Townhomes project at 1487, 1493 & 1500 Carmel Drive.

• Final Design Review approval for Holden of Walnut Creek Senior Living Community (139 units) at 1220 Rossmoor Parkway
• Request to remove 41 trees, including one Valley oak, for the senior living project
• Design Review recommendation for Walden Garden Townhomes (8 units) at 1394 Walden Road
• One-year extension of Design Review approval for Carmel Townhomes (17 units) at 1487, 1493 & 1500 Carmel Drive

PROS Commission Regular Meeting

The Park, Recreation, and Open Space Commission met to approve routine minutes and receive an update from the Walnut Creek Trail Committee. The committee presented recommendations for managing trails for safe, sustainable, and environmentally friendly use, along with biological and botanical resource assessments. No new ordinances, contracts, or fee changes were decided or proposed in this agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the Special Meeting of October 11, 2021
• Approval of minutes from the Regular Commission Meeting of February 7, 2022
• Walnut Creek Trail Committee update on trail management recommendations
• Review of Biological Resource Assessment for LRT Project (3.2021)
• Review of DRAFT Botanical Resource Survey Report for LRT Project (11.2021)

The PROS Commission elected Robert Kearsley as Chair and Fran Garland as Vice Chair by unanimous votes. It approved the consent calendar, including minutes from October 11, 2021, and February 7, 2022. The commission received a trail committee update and public comment, but took no action on it. Staff reported on the Your Parks, Your Future initiative, noting City Council direction to design a new pool community center.

• Elected Robert Kearsley as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Fran Garland as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes of Oct 11, 2021 and Feb 7, 2022 (unanimous)

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED

The Walnut Creek Planning Commission cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 24, 2022, at 7:00 PM. The agenda states there was no business to conduct. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 14, 2022, at 7:00 PM.

• Meeting cancelled due to no business to conduct
• Next regular meeting scheduled for April 14, 2022

Transportation Commission Meeting

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission met on March 17, 2022, to approve previous minutes and elect leadership. The primary substantive item was a staff report on the Ygnacio Valley Road Safe and Smart Corridor Project, specifically the segment from San Carlos Drive to Oak Grove Road, where staff will seek grant funding for improvements. The body also reviewed annual committee appointments.

• Ygnacio Valley Road Safe and Smart Corridor Project (San Carlos Drive to Oak Grove Road) grant funding consideration
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Commissioner’s Committee Appointments
• Approval of February 17, 2022 minutes

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission held a routine meeting, approving the February 17, 2022 minutes and electing new officers. Samantha Caygill was elected chair and Jared Asch vice chair, both unanimously. Committee assignments were confirmed, and staff discussed the Ygnacio Valley Road Safe and Smart Corridor Project, but no formal action was taken on it.

• Approved minutes of February 17, 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Samantha Caygill as chair (unanimous)
• Elected Jared Asch as vice chair (unanimous)
• Confirmed committee assignments: German and Rees on Shared Mobility Working Group, Asch on CCTA CAC

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on final design approval for a new Primrose Preschool building at 2291 Oak Grove Road. The project involves a single-story structure in the Orchards Shopping Center, including landscaping and outdoor play areas. The commission will also consider an amendment to the Master Sign Program to allow two 60-inch logo signs, exceeding the standard 30-inch limit. A Conditional Use Permit for the preschool was previously approved by the Planning Commission on January 13, 2022.

• Public hearing for Primrose Preschool design review at 2291 Oak Grove Road (Application No. Y21-028)
• Request for Master Sign Program Amendment to allow two 60-inch logo signs
• Review of 12,838 square foot single-story building design including landscaping and play areas
• Selection of Sign Subcommittee

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission meets to consider two public hearing items involving sign ordinance exceptions. The first item seeks approval for a Master Sign Program at the Broadway Pointe retail center, including a sign higher than 25 feet. The second item is a study session for a roof-mounted and blade sign at the Hot Boys restaurant, requiring five specific exceptions to standard height, size, and projection limits.

• Broadway Pointe Master Sign Program (App No. Y21-053) at 1450 Mt. Diablo Blvd and 1245 N. Broadway Blvd.
• Sign Ordinance Exception for Broadway Pointe to install a sign higher than 25 feet above grade.
• Hot Boys Signs (App No. Y22-001) at 1394 N. Main Street.
• Exception for Hot Boys roof sign vertical dimension of 34"-52" (max 30").
• Exception for Hot Boys blade sign of 12.5 square feet (max 4.5 sq ft) and 16-inch thickness (max 6").

Arts Commission Special Meeting

The Walnut Creek Arts Commission will hold a special meeting to consider two public art items: a mural proposal for the Lesher Center for the Arts Simson Family Courtyard and public art sites and artists for the John Muir Medical Center Outpatient Building. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reports on public art projects and the Lesher Center strategic plan. Public comment is limited to agenda items.

• Lesher Center for the Arts Simson Family Courtyard Mural Proposal
• John Muir Medical Center Outpatient Building Public Art Sites & Artists
• Approval of Arts Commission Minutes of October 25, 2021 and December 13, 2021
• Public Art Projects Report
• Lesher Center Strategic Plan Update

The Walnut Creek Arts Commission unanimously approved a mural proposal by artist Mona Caron for the Lesher Center for the Arts Simpson Family Courtyard, featuring a native Balsam Root plant. The Commission also approved proposed locations for public art at the John Muir Medical Center Outpatient Building and selected artists Talley Fisher, Barbara Grygutis, and Joe O'Connell for the project, with a 3-1 vote. Minutes from two prior meetings were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes of Oct 25, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Dec 13, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Mona Caron mural proposal for Lesher Center courtyard (unanimous)
• Approved public art locations at John Muir Medical Center Outpatient Building (unanimous)
• Selected artists Talley Fisher, Barbara Grygutis, Joe O'Connell for John Muir project (3-1)

Transportation Commission Special Meeting

The Transportation Commission met on February 17, 2022, to review the Neighborhood Streets Program Update #3 and receive an introductory presentation on traffic signals. The body also approved the minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting. As an advisory body, the Commission did not make final decisions on these items but discussed staff reports and public input.

• Approval of minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting
• Review of Neighborhood Streets Program Update #3 and action items from recent neighborhood meetings
• Introduction to Traffic Signals (Part 1 of 3) presentation

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission held a special meeting on February 17, 2022, approving the minutes from November 18, 2021, unanimously. The commission received updates on the Neighborhood Streets Program and an introduction to traffic signals, with public comments from two speakers. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Approved minutes of November 18, 2021 (unanimous)

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission is meeting to consider two public hearing items: a sign program amendment for a new 155,000-square-foot outpatient center and a one-year extension for a mixed-use condominium project. The first item involves exceptions to sign ordinance limits for the John Muir Health facility. The second item seeks to extend the approval deadline for a 27-unit residential development at 1501 North California Boulevard.

• Signage amendment for John Muir Health Outpatient Specialty Center at 177 La Casa Via, including exceptions for sign area, count, and height.
• One-year extension of Design Review approval for 1501 North California Mixed-Use project, which includes 27 residential units and 10,188 sq ft of commercial space.
• Public hearing scheduled for both projects with staff reports and draft resolutions attached.

PROS Commission Meeting

The Park, Recreation and Open Space Commission will review the Aquatics Program's 2021 annual report and consider a resident request to rename Lancaster Park. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call and public communications. The commission will vote on whether to adopt the new name for the 6,500-square-foot parcel located off Lancaster Road at Lilac Avenue.

• Consideration of renaming Lancaster Park to Remembrance Park
• Review of Aquatics Annual Report 2021
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

Design Review Commission Meeting

The Design Review Commission is meeting to provide feedback on a proposal to renovate an existing two-story medical office building into a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly. The project includes a 4,860-square-foot addition and requires a Conditional Use Permit because the facility type is not standard in the Office Commercial zoning district. The Commission will issue a recommendation to the Planning Commission.

• Public hearing for Montego Senior Living (Application No. Y21-050) at 1455 Montego
• Proposal to convert existing medical office building into a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly
• Project includes a 4,860-square-foot addition to the rear of the building
• Request for Conditional Use Permit to allow RCFE in Office Commercial zoning district

Transportation Commission Meeting - Cancelled

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for January 20, 2022, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2022.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting: March 17, 2022 at 6:00 p.m.

The Walnut Creek Transportation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for January 20, 2022, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2022.