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267 Mr. Gonzales advised the subject property is designated Open Space -Agriculture by the Colton General Plan and the proposed operation would not establish any perma- nent structures, which would be consistent with the Open Space designation. Mr. Gonzales stated the property is zoned FP -2/M-2 which specifically permits the "ex- cavation and removal of rock, sand and gravel" if a Conditional Use Permit is ap- proved; therefore, if this request for the Conditional Use Permit is granted, the proposed project will be consistent with the present zoning. Mr. Gonzales further advised the proposed project is bordered by vacant land, the Santa Ana River, on all sides with single family and multiple family residences approximately 700 feet from the subject property. The proposed project, with the 700 foot buffer area, should not create any activities that would be incompatible to the residential areas. Mr. Gonzales concluded the Planning Commission held a public hearing on this matter, June 26, 1979, and recommended approval of the Conditional Use Permit application, subject to five conditions, as outlined in Planning Commission Resolution No. 919. Speaking in opposition to the proposed operation due to the increase in noise and truck traffic, possibly through the residential streets, the long hours of opera- tion, and the negative impact on the surrounding residential area, were the follow- ing. Mr. Jess Vasquez, 677 South 8th Street, Colton. Mr. Pilar Tabera, 686 Fur Street, Colton. Q Mr. Ray Abril, Jr., 330 East N Street, Colton. Q Mr. Louie Mendez, 1230 Bothwell Avenue, Colton. Q Mr. Jess Vasquez suggested that Staff be instructed to study this matter in greater detail. A representative from Robertson's Ready Mix spoke to the Council Members regarding the proposed operation, advising the route the trucks will be taking to the plant site in Riverside. The representative advised the Corps of Engineers has received bids from various construction contractors, Paul J. Hubbs Construction Company being the low bidder, to remove the built-up material and debris from the Santa Ana riverbed and it is his company's intent, Robertson's Ready Mix, to provide a place and stock pile the material that is removed. Mayor Gonzales felt that the screening machines would create excessive noise, the operation is too close to the residential neighborhoods, and additional truck traf- fic created by this operation could become hazardous. Moved by Mayor Gonzales, seconded by Councilman Hayes, to deny Planning Commission Resolution No. 919, Conditional Use Permit application, Index No. C-5-79. Discussion then followed among Council Members, Staff and the representative from Robertson's Ready Mix with regard to the proposed operation and future plans of the Corps of Engineers concerning the Santa Ana River Channel. Councilmen Rehrer and Temby suggested that Staff provide the City Council with more detailed information from the Corps of Engineers before taking definite action on this matter. Mayor Gonzales stated he would withdraw his motion. Councilman Hayes stated he would withdraw his second to the motion. Moved by Councilman Rehrer, seconded by Councilman Hayes, to table this matter until the next regular Council Meeting and direct Staff to obtain more information and re- port on the intentions of the Corps of Engineers in this regard. Unanimous vote. Conditional Use Permit P. C. Res. No. 920 Mr. Gonzales advised that the Central Valley Mental Health Association has applied for a Conditional Use Permit to establish temporary housing for abused and battered women and their children at Washington Elementary School, 900 West C Street. The School Board has given tentative approval for the use of the school for this purpose. Mr. Gonzales reported that the applicant has received a list of requirements from the Colton Fire Department, and it will be necessary to -change the shcool rooms into proper housing facilities. Mr. Gonzales stated it is proposed to utilize three classrooms for sleeping quarters, one classroom for a meeting or lounge area, and the kindergarten area for kitchen facilities. Mr. Gonzales said the Association now houses approximately 18 women and children at a site in Rialto, and expects to be able to house up to 50 women and children at the proposed site. JUL 3 1979