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Home My WebLink About01 PC MINUTES ITEM #1 MINUTES REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 27, 2014 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Given INVOCATION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Altowaiji ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson Thompson Chairperson Pro Tem Lumbard Commissioners Altowaiji, Kozak, Smith Staff Present Justina Willkom, Assistant Director of Community Development Dana Ogdon, Assistant Director of Community Development Ken Nishikawa, Deputy Director of Public Works Scott Reekstin, Principal Planner Amy Stonich, Senior Planner Ryan Swiontek, Senior Planner Matt West, Principal Management Analyst Adrianne DiLeva-Johnson, Sr. Management Assistant Vera Tiscareno, Executive Secretary None PUBLIC CONCERNS Approved CONSENT CALENDAR: 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – MAY 13, 2014, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission approve the minutes of the May 13, 2014 meeting as provided. 2. FISCAL YEAR 2014-2015 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FINDING OF CONFORMANCE WITH THE GENERAL PLAN The Planning Commission is required to review the projects in the CIP and verify their conformance with the General Plan. The City Council will soon be adopting the FY 2014-2015 budget and appropriate funding for the ensuing year’s CIP projects. There are new projects proposed in this year’s CIP, as well as carry-over projects from prior years. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS: Environmental documentation and/or clearance for most projects have been completed. Environmental documentation for the other projects will be prepared or initiated prior to start of construction. Minutes – Planning Commission - May 27, 2014 – Page 1 of 5 RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4259 finding the proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2014-2015 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is in conformance with the General Plan pursuant to Section 65401 of the Government Code. Motion: It was moved by Kozak, seconded by Lumbard to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. PUBLIC HEARINGS: Adopted Reso. 3. GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY AND DEVELOPMENT Nos. 4257 and AGREEMENT (DA) 2014-002 (AMENDMENT TO DA 2013-002) 4258. 1. General Plan conformity for the acquisition of Valencia parcel (Site A) and a strip of land (Site B); and, 2. Development Agreement 2014-002, an amendment to the approved Development Agreement 2013-002 to facilitate the acquisition of an approximately five (5) acre site comprised of two (2) parcels (Sites A and B) from the South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD). APPLICANTS: South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD) 28000 Marguerite Parkway Mission Viejo, CA 92692 City of Tustin 300 Centennial Way Tustin, CA 92780 PROPERTY OWNERS: City of Tustin, SOCCCD, and U.S. Department of Navy LOCATION: Site A: A 4.5-Acre Parcel within Planning Area 1-E and Site B: A 0.57-Acre Parcel within a portion of Planning Area 1-H, Neighborhood A of the MCAS- Tustin Specific Plan, which is commonly referred to as Tustin Legacy. More specifically, Site A is north of Valencia Avenue, west of Severyns Road, east of Lansdowne Drive. Site B is north of The Village of Hope, south of Valencia Avenue, east of Red Hill Avenue and west of Hope Drive. ENVIRONMENTAL: On January 16, 2001, the City of Tustin certified the program Final Environmental Impact Statement/Environmental Impact Report (FEIS/EIR) for the reuse and disposal of the former Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Minutes – Planning Commission - May 27, 2014 – Page 2 of 5 Tustin. On December 6, 2004, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 04-76 approving a supplement to the FEIS/EIR for the extension of Tustin Ranch Road between Walnut Avenue and the future alignment of Valencia North Loop Road. On April 3, 2006, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 06-43 approving an addendum to the FEIS/EIR. The FEIS/EIR along with its addendum and supplement is a program EIR under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). On May 13, 2013, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 13-32 approving a second addendum to the FEIS/EIR. The FEIS/EIR addendums and supplement are considered potential environmental impacts associated with development on the former MCAS, Tustin. An environmental checklist has been prepared for the project and concludes that the proposed project does not result in any new significant environmental impacts or a substantial increase in the severity of any previously identified significant impacts in the FEIS/EIR. Moreover, no new information of substantial importance has surfaced since certification of the FEIS/EIR. RECOMMENDATION: 1. That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4257, determining that the location, purpose, and extent of the proposed acquisition of an approximately five (5) acre site within Planning Area 1-E (Site A) and portion of Planning Area 1-H (Site B) of Neighborhood A of the MCAS Tustin Specific Plan is in conformance with the approved General Plan. 2. That the Planning Commission adopt Resolution No. 4258, recommending that the City Council approve DA 2014-002, an amendment to the approved DA 2013-002 to effectuate the disposition of approximately five (5) acres of land comprised of two (2) parcels (Sites A and B) from SOCCCD to the City of Tustin (the “City”). More specifically, Site A is located north of Valencia Avenue, west of Severyns Road, east of Lansdowne Drive. Site B is located north of the Village of Hope, south of Valencia Avenue, east of Red Hill Avenue and west of Hope Drive. Lumbard Lumbard asked to be recused since he owns property in close proximity to Site A. Willkom Provided a presentation of the item. Thompson Thompson’s general comments/concerns were as follows: Asked for staff to re- summarize last year’s Planning Commission action with regard to the project; the appraisal process and the valuation described in the Development Agreement (DA); and he asked if there were exceptions to the title report and/or approval of the DA. Minutes – Planning Commission - May 27, 2014 – Page 3 of 5 Willkom Willkom’s response to Thompson’s questions generally included: Last year, the Commission recommended the City Council approve the General Plan Amendment for the addition of Bell Ave. extension to the City’s Circulation Plan; amendment to the MCAS Tustin Specific Plan, to allow for additional intensity and square footages for the ATEP campus; and, the Development Agreement 2013-002 to complete the exchange, which was approved by the City Council. West West’s response to Thompson’s questions generally included: Parcel A acquisition was anticipated at the time of the land exchange; the City’s credit from avoided demolition costs at the 15 acres parcel on Red Hill/Warner from SOCCCD to be applied to the acquisition; the site was appraised for park purposes; and, both parties are ready to proceed to City Council for authorization to approve/execute this project. The public hearing opened/closed at 7:21 p.m. No members of the public stepped forward. Kozak Kozak’s questions/comments generally included: Thanked Staff and SOCCCD for their negotiations and in bringing document forward to the City; objectives were “clear and articulated by Ms. Willkom”; asked if there would be change to the allowed square footage with this transaction (traffic trips or land uses) on the ATEP campus permitted under the DA; and Kozak supported the recommended action. Altowaiji Altowaiji’s comments generally included; the remnant parcels having no value and the exchange being “good” for the City; he referenced the entrance to the City; and thanked staff for the documents provided along with the “comprehensive” staff report. Thompson Thompson commented on the City and SOCCCD coming together to mutually exchange and the appreciation to SOCCCD for their help; and enhancement to the entry point to the Legacy. Motion: It was moved by Kozak, seconded by Altowaiji to adopt Resolution Nos. 4257 and 4258 as provided. Lumbard abstained. Motion carried 4-0-1. None REGULAR BUSINESS: STAFF CONCERNS: Willkom Reminder - Chili Cook Off and the State of the City. Thompson Thompson asked for background information on the new community center at the Tustin Market Place. Willkom Willkom’s response generally included: The former Edwards Cinema Theater nd (2 Floor) is now being used as a community center; and in the near future, The Irvine Company will present a proposal for an amendment to a development agreement to request for an additional entitlement within the Market Place to accommodate future restaurants/retail. Minutes – Planning Commission - May 27, 2014 – Page 4 of 5 COMMISSION CONCERNS: Smith No concerns. Kozak  5/26 - Attended Riverside National Cemetery  6/1 - Attending Chili Cook Off  Commented on the Capital Improvement Program – Major Park Maintenance & Renovation Program; Water Instruction Program; Traffic Signal Synchronization; and Traffic Calming projects. Altowaiji No concerns. Thompson  5/16 – Participated in a tour of the Irvine Conservancy  5/20 – Participated in a portion of California Preservation Foundation Webinar – Part 3 – Downtown Revitalization  6/1 - Chili Cook Off  6/5 – State of the City 7:27 p.m. ADJOURNMENT: The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission is scheduled for Tuesday, June 10, 2014, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Minutes – Planning Commission - May 27, 2014 – Page 5 of 5