HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 01-12-10MINUTES
~ REGULAR MEETING
TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION
JANUARY 12, 2010
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Approved CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - DECEMBER 8, 2009,
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING.
None PUBLIC HEARINGS
REGULAR BUSINESS
Adopted Resolution 2. GENERAL PLAN CONFORMITY DETERMINATION -
No. 4138, with one A REQUEST TO FIND CONVEYANCE OF EIGHT (8)
correction RESIDENTIAL UNITS LOCATED AT 14741 AND 14751
NEWPORT AVENUE LOCATED IN THE MULTIPLE
FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (R-3) ZONING
DISTRICT FROM THE TUSTIN COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO THE CITY OF
TUSTIN CONSISTENT WITH THE TUSTIN GENERAL
PLAN.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No.
4138.
Brief Planning Commission discussion ensued.
Chair Kozak asked that an unnecessary "and" be deleted from
Item I.B in the resolution.
Motion: It was moved by Thompson, seconded by Puckett, to approve
Resolution No. 4138 with that correction. Motion carried 5-0.
Received and 3. 2009 CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT (CLG)
filed ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE REPORTING PERIOD
BETWEEN OCTOBER 1, 2008, AND SEPTEMBER 30,
2009, SUMMARIZING THE CITY'S HISTORIC
PRESERVATION EFFORTS AND DESCRIBING HOW
THE CITY MET ALL THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
OF THE CLG PROGRAM.
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RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission receive and file this report.
Planning Commission discussion ensued.
Motion: It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Thompson, to receive
and file the report, with two minor corrections. Motion carried 5-
0.
Received and 4. 2009 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
filed YEAR IN REVIEW.
The Community Development Department Activity -Year
in Review briefly describes the total number of
discretionary projects (i.e. Conditional Use Permits,
Design Reviews, Subdivision Maps, etc.), major
accomplishments for various functional areas within the
Community Development Department and Building
Division activity.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission receive and file this report.
Motion: It was moved by Murray, seconded by Thompson, to receive and
file the report. Motion carried 5-0.
STAFF CONCERNS
5. REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE JANUARY 5,
2010, CITY COUNCIL MEETING.
The Director reported:
• the City Council held first reading of the Density Bonus
Ordinance on which the Planning Commission made a
recommendation;
• regarding the new parking ordinance reductions in Old Town,
the City Council accepted the recommendation regarding
drive-through facilities; staff will bring this item back to the
Planning Commission;
• when Daylight Saving Time begins, staff will begin scheduling
additional tours.
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Thompson Attended the City Council meeting, the Chamber event, and
the Orange County Business Council meeting;
Offered compliments to the staff for their great reporting and
great progress reflected in the items before the Commission
this evening;
• Requested that staff check into having a tree planted to
replace the landmark tree that was removed in Old Town.
Puckett Wished everyone Happy New Year;
• Thanked George Vallevieni for the endless work he provided
regarding the Santa Sleigh;
• Remarked that the project at the old Shakey's site is coming
along;
• Thanked Code Enforcement for their prompt response to
issues;
• Congratulated Chair Pro Tem Murray for his perfect Planning
Commission attendance during the time period covered by
the CLG report.
Kasalek Wished everyone Happy New Year;
• Echoed the comments regarding George Vallevieni;
• Thanked City staff for all their hard work;
• Congratulated Dane Nielsen on his selection to Second Team
All-League in water polo.
Puckett Added that Dane will also be receiving his Eagle Scout honor on
February 6th, something that only two percent of Boy Scouts are
able to attain.
Murray Attended the City Council meeting, the OCTA Santa Train
event, and a Miss Tustin fundraiser;
• Offered accolades to George Vallevieni for his dedication and
the Tustin Community Foundation for sponsoring the Santa
Sleigh;
• Noted that Commander Scottie Frazier retired after many
years of service;
• Assisted Councilman Palmer with a holiday collection at the
Orange County Rescue Mission;
• Stated that the Orange County Vector Control is researching
cost-saving measures;
• Wished everyone Happy New Year; keep up the good work.
Kozak Thanked everyone, stating it is his pleasure to work among
such good people;
• Indicated he is looking forward to a great 2010;
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Kozak continued Shared a Public Works notice from the County of Orange
regarding Newport Avenue and repairs that will be taking
place north of the Tustin Crossroads shopping center with
$1.84 million from the Stimulus Program.
• Noted the Tustin Salvation Army Women' Auxiliary will hold a
January 26t" fundraiser at the Salvation Army Headquarters
on Pioneer Road, featuring "Colorful Characters of History";
call 714-832-7100 if interested;
• Stated that there will be a presentation at the Tustin workshop
on January 28t" by Richard Dodd: "The Bungalow Era in
Orange County: The Embodiment of the Arts and Craft
Movement";
• Added that Supervisor Bill Campbell noted at today's State of
the County meeting that one of his goals is to make
something happen with Hangar 28 in 2010.
Puckett Noted that the Mayor's Inaugural Dinner takes place February
4t" and is a major fundraiser for the Tustin Community
Foundation which helps the Foundation to provide grants to
other nonprofits throughout the year;
• Adjourned the meeting in memory of his great friend, Daniel
Barragan, Director of Food Purchasing for Disneyland for 25
years.
8:10 p.m. ADJOURNMENT
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is
scheduled for Tuesday, January 26, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. in the
City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way.
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