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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 04-28-09SPECIAL MEETING TOUR OF THE LEGACY NEIGHBORHOODS A, C, AND F LEFT CITY HALL AT 5:00 P.M. TOUR DESTINATIONS: Orange County Rescue MissionNillage of Hope, 1 Hope Drive 5:20 p.m. Advanced Technology and Education Park, 15445 Lansdowne Rd., 6:00 p.m. Orange County Social Services Tustin Family Campus, 15405 Lansdowne Rd., 6:05 p.m. Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training Academy, 15991 Armstrong Avenue, 6:10 p.m. The District at Tustin Legacy, 2437 Park Avenue, 6:20 p.m. *Arrival/De arture times area roximate. MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 28, 2009 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Given INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL: Present: Chair Puckett Chair Pro Tem Kozak Commissioners Kasalek, Murray Absent: Commissioner Thompson Staff present Elizabeth A. Binsack, Community Development Director David Kendig, Assistant City Attorney Dana Ogdon, Assistant Community Development Director Terry Lutz, Principal Engineer Justina Willkom, Principal Planner Scott Reekstin, Senior Planner Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary None PUBLIC CONCERNS Approved, with CONSENT CALENDAR one correction Minutes -Planning Commission April 28, 2009 -Page 1 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -MARCH 24, 2009, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. Commissioner Murray referred to the error on page 8; the comment should read great "food" not "foot" regarding Bistro West. It was moved by Kozak. It was moved by Murray, seconded by Kasalek, to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 4-0. None PUBLIC HEARINGS REGULAR BUSINESS Received and 2. FOLLOW-UP DISCUSSION provided direction TOUR OF TUSTIN LEGACY, NEIGHBORHOODS A, C, AND F: to staff 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 Commended staff for another great job preparing the tour materials and providing tour commentary. Kozak Stated he appreciated the opportunity to see the public and private sector developments. Recalled visiting Barracks B early in the process when Jim Palmer provided a Planning Commission tour of the remodeled examples of the bachelor and family quarters; it is wonderful to see those facilities are now serving 196 people in need. Murray Echoed the above comments; the Village of Hope is very enlightening; knowing that this is a long-term, not just ashort-term, solution for those in need is very rewarding and is a model for success regarding transitional living. Thanked staff for the tour. Puckett Asked for comments regarding the next tour. Reekstin Indicated that staff would plan a summer tour. i 1 f Minutes -Planning Commission April 28, 2009 -Page 2 Approved: 3. TUSTIN HISTORIC REGISTER NOMINATION - 305 SOUTH C ~ To be designated STREET "Mary Tustin - RECOMMENDATION: Lindsay House" That the Planning Commission approve the nomination of 305 South C Street to the Tustin Historic Register Plaque Designation Program and select the most appropriate historical name an date of construction for the property. Approved: 4. TUSTIN HISTORIC REGISTER NOMINATION - 315 SOUTH C To be designated STREET "Patton House" RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission approve the nomination of 315 South C Street to the Tustin Historic Register Plaque Designation Program and select the most appropriate historical name an date of construction for the property. Reekstin Presented both reports. Kasalek Asked if there was input from the homeowners regarding the name preference. Reekstin Answered in the negative. Puckett Suggested he would prefer "Mary Tustin-Lindsay House" and "Patton House." Kozak Stated those were also his choices; and, added that he remembered working on the crew that provided assistance last September in rehabbing the landscaping for these two properties. It was moved by Kozak to approve "Mary Tustin-Lindsay House," seconded by Murray. Motion carried 4-0. It was moved by Kozak to approve "Patton House," seconded by Kasalek. Motion carried 4-0. STAFF CONCERNS 5. REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE APRIL 21, 2009, CITY COUNCIL MEETING. Director reported The City Council took action on the 2009-10 CDBG Action Plan; City staff will be making application to the federal government for those Minutes -Planning Commission April 28, 2009 -Page 3 funds; the City will be receiving some CDBG-R (Recovery) funds in the next few months; those funds are to be expended quickly in order to infuse dollars into the local economy; staff will report back to the Planning Commission regarding those expenditures. City Council Item No. 7 was a request for authorization to contract for services for the collection and processing of administrative citations and Hearing Officer services; several months ago the City Council adopted an Ordinance related to a hearing officer process to decriminalize various Tustin City Code and Zoning Code violations; the Hearing Officer cannot be a City of Tustin employee; that process is now in place; once staff has begun implementing the process, reports will be provided to the Council and the Planning Commission. The City Council has prepared letters regarding multiple pieces of legislation; this can be somewhat confusing due to the various numbers (SB 406, AB 118, SB 295); most of these bills relate to SB 375 and AB 32 and are requesting delays until certain triggers occur, such as for example, unemployment reaching a certain percentage. SCAG and other regional bodies will be providing additional training regarding the meaning and implementation of the various pieces of legislation at the local level after which staff will provide a presentation to the Planning Commission. Murray Asked for an update regarding the new Tustin Library. Director Replied that the move from the existing facility will take place in May; the existing structure will then be demolished to provide additional parking. Murray Asked for an updated regarding the State of the City luncheon. Director Indicated the luncheon is scheduled for June Stn COMMISSION CONCERNS Murray Thanked the City for the opportunity to attend the historic preservation training in Palm Springs. Indicated he attended the new Tustin well opening; and, complimented staff on their work and the award that was received for that project. Thanked staff for helping with the landscaping concerns in those areas of Old Town that were brought to Commissioner Murray's attention by a resident. Stated the Easter Egg Hunt and Pancake Breakfast were outstanding. Minutes -Planning Commission April 28, 2009 -Page 4 Murray continued Reminded everyone that the Bistro West and I-5 Self Storage ribbon- cutting and the Tustin Community Foundation luncheon are coming up. Kasalek Indicated that she had taken a personal tour of the Orange County Rescue Mission/Village of Hope which was included on this evening's Planning Commission tour; and, indicated that she had told Jim Palmer what a great name that is for this facility because one can sense the hope in the residents. Noted that she also attended the Pasadena Well grand opening which was very informative and also a good opportunity for some of the neighbors to get more comfortable with that facility. Stated she enjoyed the Easter Egg Hunt and is looking forward to the volunteer luncheon. Kozak Thanked staff for today's tour; and, indicated he looks forward to the next tour; it was good to have a representative from the Tustin News on the tour; he hopes she will join the next tour. Stated he had the opportunity to attend the Camino Real Park rededication; Dave Wilson, Director of Parks and Recreation, and his staff did a wonderful job with the ceremonies and also the new facilities ~ that have been added to the playground; this was the first park built as part of the Tustin Ranch development 20 years ago. Mentioned the Tustin Community Foundation volunteer recognition luncheon on April 30~' at the Wilcox Manor. Stated there are two properties along Pacific, one by Third Street at the corner- and the second by Second Street, that seem to be foreclosed properties; whoever is responsible (whether it be the bank or a property manager) needs to provide some attention to the disheveled appearance of those properties; while it is sad to see foreclosures in Old Town, he believes the notes on the doors suggest that someone is responsible for the maintenance. Asked that staff keep the Planning Commission .informed of any upcoming training regarding historical preservation; he was not able to attend the training in Palm Springs but does want to fulfill his training obligation. Requested that staff pursue at least an outline of a work plan for moving ahead is some areas related to Old Town: identifying what those topics might be and beginning now to plan for the future would be useful. Minutes -Planning Commission April 28, 2009 -Page 5 Kozak continued Suggested that more stimulus monies may be upcoming since some of the programs in the Stimulus Recovery Act were kicked down to a federal agency to devise requirements for eligibility; there may be an ~ opportunity for the City, whether it be parks, preservation (including the ` hangars), etc. Murray Stated he forgot to mention that he had the pleasure of attending the Third Annual Preservation Awards Dinner last night at the Knights of Pythias Hall; complimented the Tustin Conservancy for this wonderful event; and, noted that Commissioner Thompson received one of the awards. Puckett Noted that the Easter Egg Hunt had tremendous attendance; the Tustin Community Foundation served about 500 breakfasts last year and ran out; this year the Foundation served more than 750 breakfasts and ran out; next year the plan will be to serve 1,000; Erin Nielsen does a terrific job organizing that function; Mrs. Nielsen has also planned the recognition luncheon to be held this Thursday at 11:00 a.m.; there are more than 125 people registered to attend the luncheon in the back yard of the Wilcox Manor; approximately 25 different nonprofits will be represented. Reminded everyone that the State of the City luncheon is scheduled for Friday, June 5, and is always a worthwhile event. Mentioned the ribbon-cutting ceremonies for Bistro West and I-5 Seif Storage taking place this week. Stated that he will be participating next Monday in his third annual 100- hole golf marathon, a fundraiser benefitting Hope International University of which he is a board member; anyone wishing to support the cause with a pledge should check with him. 7:27 p.m. ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Coun it Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. C arles E. Puckett Chairperson / - E izabeth A. Binsack Planning Commission Secretary Minutes -Planning Commission April 28, 2009 -Page 6