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Home My WebLink About01 PC Minutes 4-26-11ITEM #1 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION APRIL 26, 2011 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Chair Pro Tem Puckett Sworn in by 1. SEATING OF COMMISSIONER ECKMAN Councilman AI Murray ROLL CALL: Present: Chair Thompson Chair Pro Tem Puckett Commissioners Eckman, Kozak, Moore Staff present Elizabeth Binsack, Community Development Director James Eggart, City Attorney Captain Steve Lewis, Tustin Police Department Dana Ogdon, Assistant Community Development Director David Wilson, Community Services Director John Buchanan, Redevelopment Program Manager Sesar Morfin, Redevelopment Management Analyst Terry Lutz, Principal Engineer Justina Willkom, Principal Planner Amy Thomas, Senior Planner Ryan Swiontek, Associate Planner Officer Joe Thornton, Tustin Police Department Officer Jeff Singleton, Tustin Police Department Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary PRESENTATION: Recognition of Eloise Harris's service to the City Chair Thompson read the recognition plaque; Chair Pro Tem Puckett presented an AMC gift card; the Recording Secretary thanked the Director and the Planning Commission for the opportunity to serve the City for 11 memorable years. PUBLIC CONCERNS: Commissioner Eckman read a brief statement regarding his background and his commitment to his family and to the City. Minutes -Planning Commission April 26, 2011 -Page 1 CONSENT CALENDAR Approved 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - APRIL 12, 2011, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Kozak, to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS Adopted Resolution 3. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2011-03, A REQUEST TO No. 4172, as EXTEND THE USE OF AN EXISTING MODULAR amended CLASSROOM BUILDING FOR AN ADDITIONAL FOUR (4) YEARS. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT 1301 SYCAMORE AVENUE IN THE PUBLIC AND INSTITUTIONAL ZONING DISTRICT. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4172 approving Conditional Use Permit 2011-03. Swiontek Presented the staff report. Staff answered Planning Commission questions. The Public Hearing opened at 7:19 p.m. Father Baca spoke on behalf of St. Cecilia Church. Aric Gless, the architect, thanked staff and confirmed that the driveway is being moved along. The Public Hearing closed at 7:21 p.m. Discussion ensued. Motion: Chair Puckett moved approval. Commissioner Kozak seconded the motion with the addition of Findings referencing the earlier conditional use permit and design review approvals of the modular classroom. Motion carried 5-0. Adopted Resolution 4. DESIGN REVIEW 09-033, A REQUEST TO INSTALL No. 4163, as AND OPERATE A WIRELESS TELECOM- amended MUNICATIONS FACILITY CONSISTING OF THREE FLAGPOLES. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED AT Minutes -Planning Commission April 26, 2011 -Page 2 CEDAR GROVE PARK, 11385 PIONEER ROAD, IN THE PLANNED COMMUNITY RESIDENTIAL (PCR) EAST TUSTIN SPECIFIC PLAN ZONING DISTRICT. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4163 approving Design Review 09-033. Swiontek Presented the staff report. Discussion ensued. The Public Hearing opened at 7:56 p.m. Joe Thompson and Pete Shubin spoke on behalf of T-Mobile. The following spoke in opposition to the project: David Bessen Lisa Cappel Brown Wayne Brown Jayne Chun Sharon Komorous Brandon Key John Knowles Nancy Kuwada Nancy Smith Qiceng Ye Tanya Zaverl. The Public Hearing closed at 9:15 p.m. Further discussion ensued. The Planning Commissioners requested the following amendments: • Language be added to identify "two (2) flagpoles with a height of forty (40) feet and a third flagpole..." wherever that reference appears in the resolution; • Reference be made to the January 6, 2011, public outreach meeting; • Reference be made to future co-location if technological advances allow it; • Language be added regarding restoration of the site upon termination of the license agreement; Minutes -Planning Commission April 26, 2011 -Page 3 • Add language regarding illumination of the flagpoles via photocells; • Add language regarding equipment being treated with materials which discourage or repel graffiti. Motion: It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Eckman, to adopt Resolution No. 4163, as amended. Motion carried 4-1. Moore dissented. The Director indicated this is an appealable item; any appeal must be received within 10 calendar days. Chair Thompson thanked everyone for their attendance and testimony. None REGULAR BUSINESS 5. STAFF CONCERNS: REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE APRIL 19, 2011, CITY COUNCIL MEETING. The Director reported the City Council held the second reading of the Community Development Block Grant funding allocation for the next fiscal year; staff will be making application to the federal government and report back to the Planning Commission; money will be provided to various public services and public projects. COMMISSION CONCERNS Moore • Stated he attended the Recording Secretary's luncheon today and reiterated that Eloise will be missed; • Indicated he attended the Easter Egg Hunt, recommended that residents who have not attended should do so; it is a wonderful event for the children; • Thanked the City for allowing him to attend the ACC-OC meeting regarding Robert's Rules of Order; it was very informative; • Asked staff to bring back information regarding design approval for the Bike Path. Kozak Thanked the City for the opportunity to attend the Association of Cities-Orange County function; • Thanked Councilman Murray for swearing in Commissioner Eckman; congratulated Commissioner Eckman; Minutes -Planning Commission April 26, 2011 -Page 4 Kozak continued Congratulated Eloise on her retirement-she will be missed; • Noted there is a Kinship Center Teddy Bear Ride coming up; this is a motorcycle ride starting at 8:00 a.m. on Sunday from Cook's Comer to Original Mike's in Santa Ana where they play a final hand of poker and collect teddy bears from riders for children who cannot stay with their birth parents; • Thanked staff for their hard work tonight. Eckman • Stated it was his hope he was not scaring Eloise away and congratulated heron her retirement; • Complimented staff for the informative reports; • Noted he is doing his utmost to get up to speed and looks forward to future involvement as a Planning Commissioner. Puckett Stated he had the pleasure of attending Eloise's retirement luncheon today, noted that she will be missed, and wished her the very best; • Welcomed Commissioner Eckman and indicated he performed very well on a difficult issue; • Noted he attended AI Murray's retirement after 35 years as a police officer in the City of Irvine; he was highly thought of in Irvine and is also highly thought of in Tustin; we are happy to have him as a Tustin Councilmember; • Attended the Easter Egg Hunt and Pancake Breakfast at Tustin Sports Park; there was tremendous response to the breakfast which helps provide funds to the Tustin Community Foundation; the event was packed; • Indicated the Tustin Community Foundation is also sponsoring the Volunteer Recognition reception/luncheon on May 4 at Wilcox Manor; it is worth going just to see the gardens and the job these guys have done with this old property; • Stated he attended the Volunteer Recognition Luncheon at Disneyland which honored Gene Micco, President of Tustin Community Bank, a member of the Board of the Tustin Community Foundation, Chairman of the Board of the Blind Children's Learning Center, and very active in the City of Tustin-congratulations to him for that recognition. • Attended the ACC-OC dinner and presentation; Tustin's Mayor Amante is past President of that organization; whenever one of our leaders heads up an organization like that, it which brings tremendous recognition to the City; • Thanked staff for the report of this delicate issue tonight. Thompson Noted he also attended the ACC-OC function regarding the Minutes -Planning Commission April 26, 2011 -Page 5 Thompson Noted he also attended the ACC-OC function regarding the Brown Act and Robert's Rules of Order; • Participated in the Easter Egg Hunt, which was a smashing success; the lines were long and fun was had by all; it was amazing to see children, young and not so young, diving to scoop up eggs; • Attended the Tustin Preservation Conservancy awards dinner; congratulations to Cox's Market Plaza and the Vanderlip House on their awards and recognition; • Welcomed Commissioner Eckman; • Closed the meeting in appreciation of Eloise Harris and her eleven years of service. 9:47 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Minutes -Planning Commission April 26, 2011 -Page 6