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r--- acknowledged that the church has done a good job of alleviating parking in front of his house during the Sunday morning services, but there is still a parking problem at other times. Mr. Retsch commented that if at any time in the future the parking agreement is revoked, the church will be in violation of the parking code and there will be an impact to surrounding residents. He requested that an enforceable provision be included with this approval that guarantees a reduction and elimination of parking in the residential areas. Chairperson Maas noted that the letter of agreement with the school district calls for review every three years to ensure the satisfaction of both parties, but it states that the intention is to have a long-term relationship. Tom McLaughlin, 1123 Tiffany Lane, advised that he is the current president of the Tiffany Lane Homeowners' Association. He commented that homeowners are in agreement with the decision to expand the complex, noting that it does not affect them because of the proximity of the expansion to the homeowners' units. He further commented that the church as done a very good job with the parking on Sundays. He noted that the area of the street that the prior speaker was discussing has always had a problem with parking. He further noted that there has also been problems with high school students parking in this area. Mr. Moore stated that he appreciates the comments made by the speakers and he feels they can do a better job with addressing parking concerns. He also stated that he recognizes that they need to address the problems on Monday evenings. He provided clarification on the agreement with Amador High School. - THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED Commissioner Sullivan questioned what would happen if the school district decided to terminate the agreement. Mr. Kishi advised that the conditions of approval require the applicant to come back to the City if there are any significant changes. He noted that the church does have some flexibility in scheduling services and activities. He stated that it would be the church's responsibility to come back with some modified statement of use. Mr. Kishi described some of the other alternatives and arrangements that could made for parking. In response to an inquiry from Chairperson Maas, Mr. Kishi advised that while this is a second-story addition, the main visual focal point will still be the larger sanctuary building. Chairperson Maas inquired as to whether there may be some other alternatives to removing the heritage tree. Mr. Kishi advised that there is the possibility of transplanting, noting that some species do not fair well after being relocated. He further advised that the applicant is proposing to plant a number of box-size trees in that area to soften the view and the corner of the site. He noted that staff feels the number of new trees, in combination with the setback, would help. Chairperson Maas noted that she would like to suggest that the tree be transplanted if possible. --- Chairperson Maas questioned the rendering of the proposed expansion, stating that she feels it will come out farther than the sanctuary. Mr. Kishi confirmed that the right-hand side does come forward. Commissioner Sullivan noted that when he visited the site he felt that it is already an imposing building, and it will be more imposing with this addition. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES January 23, 2002 Page 12