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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 04-22-08SPECIAL MEETING TOUR OF SOUTH TUSTIN 5:45 P.M. - 6:45 P.M. LEFT CITY HALL AT 5:40 P.M. TOUR DESTINATIONS:* 14771 Canterbury Avenue, Centennial Park, 5:45 p.m. 2274 Fig Tree Drive, Magnolia Tree Park, 6:00 p.m. Cherrywood Lane at Maple Court, Raintree Park, 6:15 p.m. 14232 Red Hill Avenue, Make-A-Wish Foundation, 6:30 p.m. *Arrival/Departure times are approximate. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 22, 2008 7:05 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 Doug Anderson, Transportation-Development Services Manager Scott Reekstin, Senior Planner Justina Willkom Senior Planner Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary None PUBLIC CONCERNS CONSENT CALENDAR Approved 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -MARCH 25, 2008, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Thompson, to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. Minutes -Planning Commission April 22, 2008 -Page 1 PUBLIC HEARINGS Received the 2. WITHDRAWAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 07-022 report REQUESTING AUTHORIZATION TO OPERATE A WOMEN'S WEIGHT LOSS AND FITNESS HEALTH CLUB WITHIN AN EXISTING SHOPPING CENTER TENANT SUITE LOCATED AT 17251 SEVENTEENTH STREET, SUITE B, IN THE COMMERCIAL GENERAL (C-G) ZONING DISTRICT. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission receive this report. REGULAR BUSINESS Adopted Resolution 3. GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY DETERMINATION No. 4088, as DETERMINING THAT THE LOCATION, PURPOSE, AND corrected EXTENT OF A PROPOSED CONVEYANCE OF AN EASEMENT FOR A BRIDGE OVER THE SANTA ANA-SANTA FE CHANNEL ARE IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE TUSTIN GENERAL PLAN. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4088. Reekstin Presented a brief staff report. Thompson Indicated that due to the Orange County reorganization, the Resources and Development Management Department name was changed to the Public Works Department; and, requested that the correction be made in the resolution. Reekstin Responded that the change would be made. It was moved by Thompson, seconded by Kozak, to approve Resolution No. 4088, as corrected. Motion carried 5-0. Adopted Resolution 4. GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY DETERMINATION FISCAL No. 4089 YEAR 2008/2009 TUSTIN LEGACY PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE AT TUSTIN LEGACY TO BE PLANNED, INITIATED, OR CONSTRUCTED DURING THE 2008/2009 FISCAL YEAR IS IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE TUSTIN GENERAL PLAN. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4089. Reekstin Provided a brief staff report. Minutes -Planning Commission April 22, 2008 -Page 2 Thompson Noted there was no water, sewer, or reclaimed water infrastructure shown; and, asked for clarification. Anderson Indicated the list contained in the staff report is a copy of the Infrastructure Fair Share Program; it does not include the IRWD facilities; those items will be owned and operated by IRWD and are not included as part of the Fair Share Program to be implemented by the participants in the Legacy project. Thompson Asked for further information regarding trails. Anderson Indicated there are facilities as part of the program which are not highlighted; the Peters Canyon Regional Trail is the Fair Share trail; the Barranca bicycle trail is not part of the backbone infrastructure but is a developer contribution; the trail at the north end of the John Laing project adjacent to the OCTA right-of-way was developer-implemented. Thompson Asked if the references to figures are from the EIR. Anderson Stated that the figures referred to were included in a notebook that accompanied the list of backbone infrastructure that describes each segment and details the cost estimates; these are consistent with the EIR, General Plan, and the Specific Plan. Thompson Pointed out Project 69 which references Figure 22 to verify that would be from another document. Anderson Answered in the affirmative. Thompson Asked if the improvements that are completed are somehow noted or if this refers to the balance of projects yet to be built. Anderson Explained that most are the balance of projects; as staff noted, some of the projects have been constructed but have not technically been completed. Director Added that these are the Fair Share Backbone Infrastructure projects; this list may only include one trail; there are other trails that are included throughout the project, which are included as parts other tentative tract maps; the maps come before the Planning Commission and/or City Council; those bodies would be making findings that the maps are consistent with the General Plan; these are projects that would not necessarily be included with some other kind of finding which is why it is important that this broader list be determined to be consistent with the City's General Plan. Murray Asked if it would be practical to say that all the projects will be completed within the next fiscal year. Minutes -Planning Commission April 22, 2008 -Page 3 Anderson Answered in the negative; this list includes the entire program to buildout of the Legacy. It was moved by Thompson, seconded by Puckett, to adopt Resolution No. 4089. Motion carried 5-0. Received report 5. FOLLOW-UP DISCUSSION: TOUR OF SOUTH TUSTIN. and provided direction The discussion also provides a forum for the Commission to generally discuss the tour and to make recommendations for future tours. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission receive this report and provide direction to staff. Puckett Stated that staff always does a great job in preparation for these tours; while he has lived in Peppertree for 33 years, this tour really brought it alive for him. Nielsen Noted that Chair Pro Tem Puckett's knowledge of the area was also very impressive, especially regarding how the area changed over time. Murray Indicated that the tour was very helpful in providing an historical perspective, a real benefit to the Planning Commission. Thompson Stated that he has lived in Tustin for about 20 years and yet was not very familiar with the area toured this evening; it was helpful to see a broader dimension of the City. Kozak Added that it was very educational; staff did a great job with the presentation; the comments of the Chair and Chair Pro Tem provided added information. Complimented Tustin Pride for the work they have been performing in that area; there is visible evidence of their work and partnership. Asked if Katherine Spur could be included in a future workshop. Stated he noticed a lot of on-street parking, and, asked for clarification regarding the proposed on-street parking ordinance to address the situation and whether or not this area toured is part of the study area. Director Indicated in the affirmative; and, stated that issue would be addressed below. Minutes -Planning Commission April 22, 2008 -Page 4 Nielsen Stated that, as a resident of the area for 22 years, it was nice to get a fresh perspective from the questions that were asked; he learned a lot; staff did a great job, as always; the 30-40 year old neighborhoods have held up well; the residents take pride in their homeownership which is evident by the way the homes are kept up. Referred to shopping carts; and, asked whether or not the Council has made a decision on that issue. Director Answered that no decision has been made; staff was asked to evaluate the various approaches; staff is working on that now. Nielsen Reiterated his belief that having meetings in the neighborhoods would provide better public turnout; perhaps staff could consider doing so on a future tour. Puckett Thanked Parks and Recreation for the nice parks in those areas. Nielsen Suggested that the next tour should perhaps cover the central City area. Director Reminded the Commissioners that there is a housing element workshop scheduled for Wednesday, May 21; it would be up to the Commission whether to schedule another tour in May. Puckett Stated he would support a tour per month. Director Indicated that a tour could be planned for the second meeting in May, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Nielsen Reiterated his comment regarding conducting the meeting in the neighborhood. It was moved by Kozak, seconded by Puckett, to receive and file the report. Motion carried 5-0. STAFF CONCERNS 6. REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE APRIL 1 AND 15, 2008, CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS. Director reported The City Council held a public hearing for the Action Agenda for the CDBG Fiscal Year 2008-2009 Action Plan; the item was continued; the City Council was interested in receiving additional funding information; the item will be heard at the May 6th Council meeting. Referred to Commissioner Kozak's question related to the parking regulations; the broader issue the City Council has been addressing is related to both on-street and off-street parking regulations; this includes Minutes -Planning Commission April 22, 2008 -Page 5 discussions with the Police Department, Public Works Department, and the Community Development Department; the Planning Commission will be involved in zoning code amendments; there are also garage issues, off-street parking issues, commercial parking lot related issues, etc.; staff is planning to bring an ordinance to the second meeting in May; this somewhat relates to what is being considered regarding overnight parking, on-street permit parking, etc.; many of the things being proposed are found in the Tustin City Code; some are not and are new zoning code related issues the Planning Commission will be considering; this will be a comprehensive zoning code amendment; this has not been noticed for public hearing but will be coming before the Planning Commission at the City Council's request; the Public Works Department will also be recommending various ordinances and resolutions to the City Council. Kozak Thanked the Director for the information. COMMISSION CONCERNS Thompson Thanked staff for the tour. Asked if a letter was prepared in response to the Broadmoor resident's request. Director Indicated a copy of the letter will be provided to the Planning Commissioners. Kozak Thanked staff for the tour and for the information regarding the Tustin Legacy backbone infrastructure. Congratulated Pat Madsen and his team of forestry experts and read a portion of the related newspaper article in the Tustin News, April 10, 2008. Stated he checked Government Code 65401 and his understanding was that each fiscal year, before the budget is considered, proposed Public Works for the ensuing fiscal year would be brought before the planning agency; and, asked if that would be scheduled soon. Director Responded that staff will check with the City Engineer. Murray Offered kudos to staff for the tour and encouraged staff to continue the outreach efforts in order for contact to be made with the community on these tours. Acknowledged Hank Nunez who recently left the Community Services Commission after years of service. Noted his concern regarding tobacco shops near Tustin school. Minutes -Planning Commission April 22, 2008 -Page 6 Murray continued Indicated that a shuttle service from the Tustin Transportation Center will stop at the "best shopping" in the County-The District at Tustin Legacy-and encouraged everyone to take advantage of that service. Puckett Congratulated John Nielsen for his nomination as Tustin Man of the Year; the selection will be announced in June. Stated he attended the Chamber's Business Expo which was well- attended, thanks to Marisa Charette and her staff. Noted he attended the March 27th tour of the water facilities in Fountain Valley that included a bus tour to Prado Dam; he will be attending the Water Summit on May 2, 2008. Indicated he will be participating again this year in the 100-hole golf marathon for Hope International University; support will be appreciated. Nielsen Asked if there is any tentative time for a report to the Commission regarding a smoke shop ordinance. Director Responded that staff has been doing research and will follow up with the Commission. Nielsen Stated he attended the Chamber of Commerce Business Expo; it was good to see all the local businesses there. Noted that the Community Foundation bid deadline is May 1St Encouraged everyone to support Chair Pro Tem Puckett's efforts for Hope University. Asked if there had ever been a stop light or stop sign request in front of Tustin High School. Anderson Answered in the negative. Nielsen Suggested that perhaps Public Works should consider doing so. 7:50 p.m. ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. JOHN NIELSEN Chairperson Elizabeth A. Binsack Planning Commission Secretary Minutes -Planning Commission April 22, 2008 -Page 7