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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 06-22-10MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION JUNE 22, 2010 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Given INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Kasalek ROLL CALL: Present: Chair Murray Commissioners Kasalek, Kozak, and Puckett Absent: Chair Pro Tem Thompson None PUBLIC CONCERNS CONSENT CALENDAR Approved 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - MAY 25, 2010, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Kasalek, to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 4-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS Continued to the 2. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 17342, A REQUEST TO July 27, 2010, SUBDIVIDE A 9.62 ACRE PROPERTY IMPROVED Planning Commission WITH FIVE (5) OFFICE BUILDINGS AND ON-SITE meeting PARKING AND LANDSCAPE AREAS INTO FIVE (5) NUMBERED LOTS AND ONE (1) LETTERED LOT FOR OFFICE CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 17772-17882 SEVENTEENTH STREET IN THE PLANNED COMMUNITY BUSINESS PARK (PC BUS PARK) ZONING DISTRICT. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4149 recommending that the City Council approve Tentative Tract Map 17342. Minutes -Planning Commission June 22, 2010 -Page 1 REGULAR BUSINESS Received and filed 3. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT WEB PAGE This report is to apprise the Tustin Planning Commission of a number of recent and planned improvements to the Community Development Department's web page, which are intended to share enhanced and expanded planning and building related information and resources. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission receive and file this report. It was moved by Kasalek, seconded by Kozak, to receive and file the report. Motion carried 4-0. Received and filed 4. SUMMARY OF PROJECTS 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 this report. It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Kasalek, to receive and file the report. STAFF CONCERNS 5. REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE JUNE 1 AND JUNE 15, 2010, CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS. The Director indicated that the City Council held the first and second readings for the massage ordinance, which will go into effect shortly. Chair Murray asked about the legislation pending before committees regarding modifications. Minutes -Planning Commission June 22, 2010 -Page 2 The Assistant City Attorney responded that much of that bill was gutted in one of the Assembly Committees and what remains of that bill has not yet passed. COMMISSION CONCERNS Kozak • Offered congratulations to staff regarding the project status website report; the activity is a good sign for all parts of the City; • Stated the following regarding events: June 6tH the Old Town Street Fair and Chili-Cook-off was one of the best, thanks to Don Ropele, Marilyn Esposito, AI Murray, and the Parks and Recreation staff; June 10tH State of the City was a very moving presentation by Mayor Amante; June 12tH the Tustin Police Department Open House was an enhanced, very interesting presentation for the community; June 20t" was Father's Day; June 23`d is the first Concert in the Park, featuring the Fenians; July 4tH features the Independence Day Parade in Tustin Meadows and fireworks at Tustin High School. Kasalek Offered congratulations to Commissioner Puckett regarding his Alumni award that was mentioned at the last Planning Commission meeting; • Indicated she hoped her fellow Commissioners had an enjoyable Father's Day; • Stated she attended the Teacher of the Year Awards, the Chili Cook-off, State of the City, and High Tea at the Wilcox Manor; • Noted that the Tustin Police Department is starting another Citizens Academy, a program she went through many years ago and recommends highly; • Promised to see everyone at the first Concert in the Park. Puckett Thanked the Commissioners for their comments regarding his award; • Indicated he enjoyed the Chili Cook-off; • Thanked everyone for supporting him in his 100-hole golf marathon which he completed before he left to receive his award; • Stated that the High Tea at Wilcox Manor was spectacular; and, thanked Lindburgh and Michael for all they do for the Foundation and other groups in Tustin. Murray Noted that he was dressed casually this evening because he will be catching a plane to Boston right after the meeting; Minutes -Planning Commission June 22, 2010 -Page 3 • Stated he attended the Chili Cook-off, High Tea, Teacher of the Year awards, "Bravo for Bravery" which is organized by the Red Cross and celebrates the activities of citizens and the Fire, and Police Departments of Orange County, and the Tustin Chamber Gala where The Winery was awarded the "Large Business of the Year" for all the volunteer work they do for the community; • Offered congratulations to the Tustin Man and Woman of the Year; • Complimented Mayor Amante on his State of the City address; • Stated that the Vector Control is still searching for a new District Manager; the budget for the new fiscal year was approved. Kozak Added that he appreciated the photos staff provided showing the landscaping improvements to the corner at Holt and Newport. Puckett Stated that the Post Office has beautified some areas, but the area around the two drop-off boxes on Prospect is dead and needs rehabilitation. Director Responded that staff has been in ongoing discussions with the Post Office and working with them to get permanent landscaping for that area in addition to a planting plan and moving the boxes farther apart; progress is being made, just rather slowly. 7:40 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Kasalek, to adjourn. Motion carried 4-0. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Elizabeth A. Binsac Planning Commission Secretary Minutes -Planning Commission June 22, 2010 -Page 4