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Home My WebLink About08 P.C. ACTION AGENDA 10-07-08AGENDA REPORT MEETING DATE: OCTOBER 7, 2008 TO: WILLIAM HUSTON, CITY MANAGER FROM: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT SUBJECT: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA ACTION AGENDA REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 23, 2008 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Given PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Thompson asked for a moment of silence for the ailing financial market and the resulting effects on everyone. Sworn in by the Director 1. SEATING OF COMMISSIONER KAZALEK. Puckett, Chair Kozak, Chair Pro Tem 2. PLANNING COMMISSION REORGANIZATION. That the Planning Commission follow the procedures contained in the staff report to elect a Chairperson and Chairperson Pro Tem. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Puckett Chair Pro Tem Kozak Commissioners Kazalek, Murray, Thompson Staff present Elizabeth A. Binsack, Community Development Director David Kendig, Deputy City Attorney Dana Ogdon, Assistant Community Development Director Terry Lutz, Principal Engineer Justina Willkom, Principal Planner Amy Thomas, Senior Planner Reina Kapadia, Associate Planner Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary Action Agenda -Planning Commission September 23, 2008 -Page 1 CONSENT CALENDAR Approved 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -AUGUST 26, 2008, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. PUBLIC HEARINGS Continued to October 14, 2008 Planning Commission meeting 4. LARGE FAMILY DAY CARE PERMIT 08-008 REQUESTING AUTHORIZATION TO ESTABLISH A LARGE FAMILY DAY CARE HOME AT AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCE, CARING FOR UP TO FOURTEEN (14) CHILDREN. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 14481 PINEBROOK DRIVE IN THE SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-1) ZONING DISTRICT. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No.4100 approving Large Family Day Care Permit 08-008. REGULAR BUSINESS Received and filed 5. SENATE BILL (SB) 375: TRANSPORTATION PLANNING: TRAVEL DEMAND MODELS: SUSTAINABILITY COMMUNITY STRATEGY: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW At the Planning Commission meeting of August 26, 2008, staff was requested to provide a summary of Senate Bill 375 proposed by Senator Steinberg. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission receive and file. Maintain status quo 6. REDUCTION IN NUMBER OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS At the August 26, 2008, Planning Commission meeting, staff was requested to evaluate the feasibility of reducing the number of regular Planning Commission meetings from two per month to one per month. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission maintain the status quo. Action Agenda -Planning Commission September 23, 2008 -Page 2 Received and filed 7. PROJECT SUMMARY The summary focuses on the status of projects that the Planning Commission, Zoning Administrator, or Community Development Director approved, major improvements projects, and other items of interest. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission receive and file. STAFF CONCERNS 8. REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE SEPTEMBER 2 AND SEPTEMBER 16, 2008, CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS. Director reported The City Council awarded the contract for construction of the Citrus Ranch Park project in Tustin Ranch, the last park site to be developed in East Tustin. The City Council approved a cooperative agreement between the Orange County Transportation Authority and the City for a rail/highway safety enhancement at Red Hill Avenue for the benefit of the residents in that area. The City Council held a workshop on September 15t" related to both on-site and off-site parking citywide; as a result of that workshop, the Council will be holding a public hearing on October 7'" on an item that the Planning Commission considered some time ago related to the comprehensive zoning ordinance; the Council will also be considering at the October 7t" meeting some on-street parking restrictions related to street sweeping, the potential for some permit parking programs in certain areas, and an administrative citation ordinance also. Thompson Asked when the process will be completed for the parking ordinance and related matters. Director Replied that the first reading will be at the October 7t" meeting. Thompson Asked when the second reading would be. Director Answered that would presumably take place at the second meeting in October. Action Agenda -Planning Commission September 23, 2008 -Page 3 Kendig Added that the ordinance would go into effect 30 days after that; some of the parking restrictions will be set up to go into effect perhaps 60 days from the effective date. Director Noted that there are also procedural and administrative issues that preclude stating an exact date for this ordinance to take effect. Puckett Proposed that the Invocation be reinstated at Planning Commission meetings; and, suggested that the Invocation be placed ahead of the Pledge of Allegiance and the Pledge designee give the invocation. Commissioners Stated their agreement. Puckett Requested that this procedure begin at the next Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 14, 2008. COMMISSION CONCERNS Thompson Stated he attended the Open House for the Cranbrook Senior Living facility, was very impressed with improvements, and offered kudos to the new ownership. Indicated he attended the Open House for Fluid Research Corporation on September 6t"; this high-tech facility is a nice addition to the Tustin business core; this facility demonstrates how Tustin's industrial area is transforming into smaller uses rather than those similar to the old Steelcase. Noted that he regretted missing the Village of Hope Grand Opening last Sunday; and, offered his congratulations to Councilman Palmer who is to be commended for this impressive facility. Offered his congratulations to Mayor Amante who was the No. 1 speaker for the Department of Commerce hearing on the Foothill Transportation Corridor; there were hundreds of people who requested permission to speak. Stated he is looking forward to Tustin Tiller Days, October 3rd, 4th and 5th and also the workshop on October 6th referred to as "Tustin Town Center: A New Beginning." Shared that he and his wife are in training for the Multiple Sclerosis 100-mile bike tour from Irvine to San Diego and would appreciate everyone's prayers that they are successful in this long trek on October 11-12. Action Agenda -Planning Commission September 23, 2008 -Page 4 Thomas continued Noted that he has been sponsored by his employer to attend a President's Leadership class series offered through the BIA for Orange County and will be attending this class over the next five months. Kozak Offered his congratulations to Chair Puckett for his selection as the Chairperson of the Planning Commission; and, stated he looks forward to the next year under Chair Puckett's leadership. Welcomed Commissioner Kasalek; he attended the City Council interviews; there was no question who was the best candidate; Commissioner Kasalek is to be complimented on her presentation that evening. Echoed Commissioner Thompson's comments regarding the Open House and Ribbon-Cutting at the Village of Hope; hats off to Councilman Palmer for his vision and leadership and to all the public and private sector partners that participated in making the Village a reality. Indicated he attended the September 15th Parking Ordinance Workshop and is glad to see that process moving forward. Thanked the City for the opportunity to attend the Planning Commissioners training on September 18th in Los Angeles; many topical issues were discussed, including sustainability, global warming, design review; he will share the materials with his fellow Mentioned the Tustin Pride and Tustin Conservancy project at 305 and 315 C Street on September 20th where he put in a few hours working with a lot of young men who did a great job. Reminded everyone that September 27th is Graffiti Wipe-Out Day and, for those who dislike vandalism on public property, this is a chance to get out there and do something about it: show up that Saturday morning at the Tustin Police Department between 8:00-9:00 a.m.; Officer Gordon Margulies is the police coordinator of this event. Referred to the report in the newspaper and at City Council stating the Godbe Research headline reads, "Tustin residents 98% satisfied with their city," and the "overall city performance which includes safety and community services ranked at 95 percent satisfaction." Action Agenda -Planning Commission September 23, 2008 -Page 5 Puckett continued Indicated that he was able to attend the dedication on September 11t" of the Mottoes Wall recently unveiled in City Hall. Congratulated Commissioner Thompson on his plan to ride in the 100-mile bike ride. Noted that Huell Howser will be featured on "California Gold" on KCET September 28~' at 7:30 p.m.; people will be gathering at Beach Pit BBQ to enjoy the show; everyone is invited. 9:24 p.m. ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Action Agenda -Planning Commission September 23, 2008 -Page 7