HomeMy WebLinkAbout06 P.C. ACTION AGENDA 01-02-08AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: JANUARY 2, 2008
TO: WILLIAM A. HUSTON, CITY MANAGER
FROM: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA
ACTION AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION
DECEMBER 11, 2007
7:03 p.m. CALL TO ORDER
Given PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Present: Chair Nielsen, Chair Pro Tem Puckett
Commissioners Kozak, Murray, Thompson
Staff present Elizabeth Binsack, Community Development Director
David Kendig, Deputy City Attorney
Dana Ogdon, Assistant Community Development Director
Dana Kasdan, Engineering Services Manager
Terry Lutz, Principal Engineer
Scott Reekstin, Senior Planner
Justina Willkom, Senior Planner
Alice Tieu, Associate Planner
Reina Kapadia, Assistant Planner
Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary
None PUBLIC CONCERNS
CONSENT CALENDAR
Approved 5-0 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - NOVEMBER 13, 2007,
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING.
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Approved 4-0 2. APPROVAL OF CERTIFICATE OF APPROPRIATENESS
Thompson REPORT REGARDING OLD TOWN PROJECTS
abstained APPROVED BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT FROM AUGUST 28, 2007, TO DECEMBER
11, 2007.
Pulled for discussion 3. HISTORIC REGISTER AND COMMENDED PROPERTY
Approved 5-0 PROGRAMS
The procedure was modified by the City Council on
November 6, 2007, to allow the Tustin Preservation
Conservancy, Tustin Area Historical Society, or others to
submit the nominations.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Adopted Resolution 4. ZONE CHANGE 07-003 TO CHANGE THE ZONING
No. 4078 DESIGNATION FROM PLANNED COMMUNITY
INDUSTRIAL (PC-IND) TO PLANNED COMMUNITY
INDUSTRIAL/BUSINESS (PC-IND/BUS) ZONING
DISTRICT. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 15771 RED
HILL AVENUE IN THE PLANNED COMMUNITY
INDUSTRIAL (PC-IND) ZONING DISTRICT.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4078
recommending that the City Council approve Zone Change
07-003.
Continued to 5. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 07-020 A REQUEST TO
January 8, 2008, ESTABLISH A DENTAL OFFICE WITHIN AN EXISTING
Planning BUILDING FRONTING ONTO EL CAMINO REAL. THIS
Commission PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 740 EL CAMINO REAL IN THE
meeting CENTRAL COMMERCIAL (C-2), WITH COMBINING
PARKING DISTRICT (P) ZONING DISTRICT.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4079
denying Conditional Use Permit CUP 07-020.
Adopted Resolution 6. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 07-002 FOR
Nos. 4076 and 4077 REORGANIZATION 07-01 (PACIFIC CENTER EAST) TO
ESTABLISH THE GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION OF
"PLANNED COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL/BUSINESS" FOR
THE ANNEXATION OF APPROXIMATELY 1.243 ACRES
IDENTIFIED AS REORGANIZATION RO 07-01.
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RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 4076 recommending that the City
council find that General Plan Amendment 07-002 and
Reorganization 07-01 are within the scope of the adopt
FEIR, as revised by Supplement #1, for the project
entitled "Newport Avenue Extension, State Route 55
Northbound Ramp Reconfiguration, Valencia Avenue
and Del Amo Avenue Widening."
2. Adopt Resolution No. 4077 recommending that the City
Council approve General Plan Amendment 07-002 for
Reorganization 07-01.
None REGULAR BUSINESS
STAFF CONCERNS
7. REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE NOVEMBER 20,
AND DECEMBER 4, 2007, CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS.
Director reported The City Council held the second reading of Ordinance No. 1344
related to the construction codes; staff would like to schedule a 6:00
p.m. workshop before the first meeting in January regarding the
new codes and also the Brown Act.
Commissioners Agreed that would be acceptable.
Director continued The City Council approved the zone change related to the
American Senior Living project; the second reading will take place
at the Council's first meeting in January.
The City Council heard the Tentative Map related to Tustin Legacy
Community Partners, Neighborhood E, which will be moving
forward; the Design Review within that area is also developing
nicely.
While Alice Tieu gave a presentation this evening, the Planning
Commissioners had not been formally introduced to her; Alice
came to Tustin from the City of Brea, has a degree from UC Irvine,
and is in the process of working on her Master's in Urban and
Regional Planning at Cal Poly Pomona.
Happy Holidays on behalf of the Community Development
Department.
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COMMISSION CONCERNS
Thompson Stated he attended the Building Industry show in Long Beach; the
classes were quite informative: Affordable Housing presented by
the City of Los Angeles; Sustainable Development by northern
California communities; and an overall prospectus on the housing
market.
Indicated he attended the Grand Opening for Play & Trade; kudos
to the Tustin Chamber of Commerce for reaching out to small
businesses such as Play & Trade; there was a great turnout.
Also attended the Grand Opening of CR&R's recycling facility in
south Orange County; it was very interesting to see where things
are going in that industry.
Congratulated the new Mayor, Jerry Amante, and Mayor Pro Tem
Doug Davert; kudos to outgoing Mayor Lou Bone, a man of
tremendous energy and commitment to Tustin.
Noted the tip-off of the holidays at the Thompson home was being
visited by "Santa" Puckett; it is always a pleasure to see the Tustin
Santa Sleigh with all the volunteers.
Wished everyone a wonderful Christmas, Hanukkah, and New
Year.
Kozak Added his congratulations and thanks to outgoing Mayor Bone,
incoming Mayor Amante, and Mayor Pro Tem Davert.
Thanked staff for all the work done during 2007, including the
Planning staff, City Council, Code Enforcement staff, etc.; he looks
forward to another great year in 2008.
Welcomed Ms. Tieu to the City staff.
Offered Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year wishes to everyone
and asked that everyone keep in mind during this holiday season
the forces in combat zones around the world and ask that they be
kept safe and come home safely to their loved ones.
Murray Offered belated condolences to the City Manager in the loss of his
mother.
Noted the Prayer Breakfast was outstanding; Commissioner
Puckett was in outstanding form and made everyone proud.
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Murray continued Thanked staff for indulging him, as a new Commissioner, in his
many questions and comments; it has been a learning environment
and staff's help was much appreciated.
Stated he would be looking forward to Santa Claus and his sleigh;
and, added that he will be riding on the sleigh on his birthday, the
19th".
Noted that The District seems to be doing very well and offered his
compliments to everyone who was on the Commission when the
projects were beginning; however, he continues to hear concerns
about the traffic flow and hopes that staff can alleviate the
ingress/egress difficulties.
Offered congratulations to Mayor Amante and Mayor Pro Tem
Davert and agreed that outgoing Mayor Bone is a bundle of energy.
Fight on, USC, and good luck at the Rose Bowl.
Puckett Agreed with the other Commissioners that Mayor Bone had a
tremendous second year as Mayor.
Congratulated Mayor Amante and Mayor Pro Tem Davert.
Thanked staff and his fellow Commissioners for a great year.
Noted that the Santa Sleigh will continue through next week,
wished everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year,
and stated he looks forward to 2008.
Nielsen Added his thanks to staff for their hard work.
Congratulated Mayor Amante and Mayor Pro Tem Davert.
Noted that outgoing Mayor Bone epitomizes a community leader;
people may not be aware of his work behind the scenes, hours and
hours on committees, speaking to people trying to do the public's
work, etc.; Mayor Bone is a fine public servant and Tustin residents
are very lucky to have him in the City.
Stated the Metrolink Holiday Express is coming to town on Sunday,
December 16; refreshments will begin about 5:15 p.m. at the Tustin
train station; this should be fun for all.
Indicated that he attended the Mayor's Thanksgiving Prayer
Breakfast; Mr. Devore was an excellent speaker who had done
interesting research on the historical aspects of Thanksgiving which
was entertaining and informative.
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Nielsen continued Stated he also attended the Play & Trade opening and brought his
teenagers to scan the shelves for their favorite video games.
Asked staff for information regarding the sign indicating that the
Drug Emporium will be closing.
Director Responded that notification has been received that they are closing
country-wide.
Nielsen Requested information regarding smoke shops and other tobacco
retail outlets and whether or not such use would require a
conditional use permit or be considered standard retail.
Director Answered that such shops are standard retail.
Nielsen Indicated that a shop just opened across from Tustin High School,
which does not seem a good location.
Director Replied that staff can look into the situation.
Nielsen Requested tentative dates for a tour of The District by the next
Planning Commission meeting.
Asked if the new zone changes have been completed.
Director Answered that staff has a draft zoning code, but the City Council
has a contract with ULI; staff is waiting to see what impact that may
have.
Nielsen Wished everyone Merry Christmas, Happy Hannukkah, and urged
people not to drink and drive.
8:02 p.m. ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled
for Tuesday, January 8, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chamber at 300 Centennial Way.
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