HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Minutes 08-23-11MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION
AUGUST 23, 2011
7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER
Given INVOCATIONlPLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Commissioner Moore
ROLL CALL:
Present: Chair Thompson
Chair Pro Tem Puckett
Commissioners Eckman, Kozak, Moore
Staff Present Elizabeth A. Binsack, Community Development Director
Christine Shingleton, Assistant City Manager
Dana L. Ogdon, Rssistant Community Development Director
David E. Kendig, City Attorney
Justine Willkom, Principal Planner
Doug Anderson, Transportation & Development Services Manager
Ken Nishikawa, Tustin Legacy Development Services Manager
Adrienne DiLeva, Recording Secretary
None PUBLIC CONCERNS
Given PRESENTATION:
PRESENTATION ON TUSTIN LEGACY DISPOSITION
STRATEGY
On April 25, 2011 the Tustin City Council approved the "Tustin
Legacy Disposition Strategy for the Former Master
Development Footprint." With the termination of the Master
Developer in the Summer of 2010, the City Council in the Fall
of 2010 directed staff to prepare a disposition strategy for the
former master developer footprint. The purpose of the effort is
to reframe the City's approach for marketing and development
of the property and to identify potential early implementation
opportunities.
Christine Shingleton will be providing a presentation on the
approved Disposition Strategy and will be available to answer
the Commission's questions regarding the various
components of each aspect of the strategy. A copy of the
"Disposition Strategy for Former Master Developer Footprint
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Shingleton
Approved
Received and filed
Tustin Legacy Project" will be provided in advance of the
August 23, 2011 meeting for the Commission's review.
Gave the presentation on the Tustin Legacy Disposition
Strategy.
Staff addressed Planning Commission comments and
concerns throughout the presentation.
Commissioners thanked staff for giving the presentation.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -JULY 26, 2011, PLANNING
COMMISSION MEETING.
3. CITY FINANCING INITIATIVE - ENERGY EFFICIENCY
INCENTIVE PROGRAM (EEIP) PERMIT FEE REBATE
The City Council unanimously approved a resolution to
implement an Energy Efficiency Incentive Program (EEIP).
The program was implemented in June 2010, where property
owners have the opportunity to receive a rebate on permit
fees while completing improvements to their properties to
make energy use more efficient or to conserve energy.
Improvements include: window and door replacement, solar
improvement installation, tankless water heater installation,
and electric vehicle charging stations, to name a few.
Since the program started in June 2010, two (2) businesses,
and eight (8) residents, have completed the installation and
received rebates for the total amount of $15,935.33. Many
more, including Tustin Columbus Gymnasium's photovoltaic
system, are eligible projects for the permit fee rebate.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission receive and file the report.
Motion:
It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Kozak to move the Consent
Calendar. Motion carried 5-0.
None PUBLIC HEARINGS
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REGULAR BUSINESS:
Received and filed 4. SUMMARY OF PROJECTS
The summary of projects includes a list of projects and
activities since the 2010 Year in Review report provided at
the January 25, 2011, Planning Commission meeting. The
list focuses on the status of projects that the Planning
Commission, Zoning Administrator, or staff approved; major
improvement projects; Certificates of Appropriateness; Code
Enforcement activities; and, other items of interest.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Planning Commission receive and file the report.
Willkom Presented the Summary of Projects.
Director Stated the Mirabella model residences opened last weekend.
Moore Questioned regarding whether the Meta Housing senior
homes are rental or for-sale properties.
Willkom Stated they have been approved as rental units.
Motion: It was moved by Puckett, seconded by Kozak to receive and file the
report. Motion carried 5-0.
STAFF CONCERNS:
Binsack Recommended adjourning to the Workshop to be held at 6:00 p.m.
before the next regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting on
Tuesday, September 13, 2011.
COMMISSION CONCERNS:
Eckman Inquired about the approaching Tustin Tiller Days event.
Puckett Wished his wife, Donna, a happy anniversary;
• Stated the Concerts in the Park were a success;
• Attended Broadway in the Park and stated it was a spectacular
event. Congratulated TACFA on the success of the event;
• Gave a reminder that the Tustin Ranch Road groundbreaking
ceremony is on September 7tn;
• Would like to close the meeting in Honor of Bill Nelson and
David Bryant, stated they were both great men and will be
missed.
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Moore Stated the Concerts in the Park were wonderful and that staff
did a great job with the event;
• Commented regarding Tustin Tiller Days.
Kozak Stated the performers and sponsors did a great job with
Concerts in the Park;
• Gave a reminder that Tustin Community Foundation's Flip
Flops and lemon Drops event is approaching;
• Provided a ward of caution that September 1St is the first day
of school in Tustin, watch out far children crossing the street
and be patient with traffic;
• Thanked staff for their presentations this evening.
Thompson Attended an OCTA Citizens Advisory Committee meeting,
provided an update to City Council;
• Attended a County Board of Supervisors meeting where Tustin
Resident, Robert Nelson, was awarded as the first Boy Scout
to earn all 130 badges in 100 years of Scouting. Congratulated
him on his accomplishment;
• Used the Angel Express through Tustin Metrolink to attend an
Angels baseball game. Highly recommended this efficient
method of transportation;
• Attended the OCBC Infrastructure Committee Meeting and
was updated on the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station;
• Attended an OCTA Citizens Advisory Committee legislative
Update;
• Attended an OCBC luncheon where Congressman Darrell Isla
spoke;
• Congratulated the OC Water District on their replenishing
water project;
• Announced that on September 29t" the City is having a free
compost day, as well as the approaching Art Walk.
8:27 p.m. ADJOURNMENT:
A workshop before the next regular meeting of the Planning
Commission will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 13,
2011, in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way.
The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled
for Tuesday, September 13, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council
Chamber at 300 Centennial Way.
Closed in Flonor of Bill Nelson and David Bryant
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Je# R. Thompson
Chairperson
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Elizabeth A. Binsack ``
Planning Commission Secretary
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