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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03 P.C. ACTION AGENDA 05-15-07 Agenda Item 3 r..~:.:.~, ~ ,~ ~ r; .. Reviewed: r Cit M 7 ~ ~~ y anage n ,' ~ ::e ~ S Jid ~~ ~~.~ .-~ _. Finance Director NIA MEETING DATE: MAY 15, 2007 T0: WILLIAM A. HUSTON, CITY MANAGER FROM: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT SUBJECT: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA ACTION AGENDA REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION MAY 8, 2007 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Given PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Sworn in by 1. SEATING OF COMMISSIONERS STEVE KOZAK, AL Mayor Lou Bone MURRAY, AND JOHN NIELSEN 2. PLANNING COMMISSION REORGANIZATION Floyd, Chairperson RECOMMENDATION: Nielsen, Chair Pro Tem That the Planning Commission follow the procedures contained in the staff report to elect a Chairperson and Chairperson Pro Tem. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Floyd Chair Pro Tem Nielsen Commissioners Kozak, Murray, Puckett Staff present Elizabeth Binsack, Community Development Director David Kendig, Deputy City Attorney Dana Ogdon, Assistant Community Development Director Scott Reekstin, Senior Planner Justina Willkom, Senior Planner Eloise Harris, Recording Secretary Action Agenda -Planning Commission 5-8-07 -Page 1 PUBLIC CONCERNS JerryAmante, Congratulated the three Commissioners who were sworn and Mayor Pro Tem welcomed Commissioner Murrayto the Planning Commission. Stated the City Council is anxious to continue to expand the role of the Planning Commission; this is an exciting time to be engaged in community development and look at the opportunities throughout the City; the Planning Commission makes decisions that affect the lives of Tustin residents; the Council is concerned when appointing people to the body that the best available candidates are selected. Mentioned that Councilman Davert also wanted to offer his congratulations but was unable to attend this meeting due to family obligations. Mayor Bone Added that the Council is very proud of the work of the members of the Planning Commission during the past year; there are -big challenges ahead such as the Urban Land Institute, The Legacy, Old Town, etc.; the Planning Commission represents the future of what will be the Council's and the City's direction. Announced that he is proposing to the Council and to the City that the Planning Commission meetings be televised beginning the first meeting in July. Norbert C. Oesch, Stated that he lives in the Columbus Grove community and asked 16611 Mosscreek that the Commission consider the parking issues and CC&Rs that Street, Tustin come before the Commission regulating some of the association decisions that are being made. There seems to be a misunderstanding in the Columbus Grove community. There is a meeting scheduled May 23 at 5:00 p.m. in the Columbus Grove Community Center to address these issues. It seems that the subdivision has been allocated approximately 600 private on-street parking spaces; the regulations also state that some spaces need to be designated for guests and handicapped; it also says that no resident may park in the remaining 575 parking spaces. Many residents were cited before the community was able to obtain a suspension. The Association insists that this is a matter of the CC&Rs and must be abided by. Action Agenda- Planning Commission 5-8-07-Page 2 Oesch continued City staff should take a careful look at this issue and try to attend the May 23rd meeting in order to perhaps resolve this situation before it becomes a negative. It is somewhat distressing that the Association called the meeting for 5:00 p.m. but lack of interest and concern seem to be part of the problem. The members of the Association were appointed; only one is a resident in his area and the others represent the builders. Floyd Questioned whether Mr. Oesch was stating the homeowners do not have full control of the homeowners association board. Mr. Oesch Answered in the affirmative; and, added the residents will not have that opportunity for two years. CONSENT CALENDAR Approved 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -APRIL 24, 2007, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. None PUBLIC HEARINGS REGULAR BUSINESS Provided direction 4. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL WORKSHOP: to staff THE CITY HAS RECEIVED REQUESTS TO EXTEND HOURS OF OPERATIONS LIMITATIONS IMPOSED UPON ON- AND OFF-SITE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES SALES ESTABLISHMENTS. THE PLANNING COMMISSION SHOULD .REVIEW THE CITY'S PAST PRACTICES AND VARIOUS OPTIONS GOVERNING THE OPERATION OFALCOHOLIC SALES ESTABLISHMENTS. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission consider the subject matter and provide direction to staff. Provided direction 5. HISTORIC AND CULTURAL RESOURCES WORK to staff PROGRAM: AS A FOLLOW-UP TO THE APRIL 24, 2007, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, THIS REPORT PROVIDES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES THAT WERE IN THE HISTORIC RESOURCE COMMITTEE'S WORK PROGRAM. Action Agenda -Planning Commission 5-8-07 -Page 3 RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission received this report, provide direction to staff, and agendize the consideration of an historic and cultural resources work program for a future meeting. STAFF CONCERNS 5. REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE APRIL 3, 2007, CITY COUNCIL MEETING. Director Congratulated Commissioners Kozak and Nielsen on their reappointments to the Planning Commission; and, welcomed Commissioner Murray. Reported the City Council continued the Development Agreement to the June 5, 2007, meeting; the Specific Plan Amendment related to parking was also continued to the May 15, 2007, meeting. Stated the Council adopted the In-Building Public Safety Radio System Coverage ordinance; the Building Division staff met with the City of Irvine, which has already instituted their ordinance, to hear how the system is working in Irvine. Noted that staff, possibly at the next Planning Commission meeting, anticipates reporting on the upcoming Housing Element update process and the Regional Housing Needs Assessment numbers; these items are related because those numbers feed the Housing Element. COMMISSION CONCERNS Murray Stated he is looking forward to working with staff and the other Commissioners, to learning the process, and to providing as much assistance as possible. Thanked the Council for his appointment. Puckett Suggested that the Commission should recognize Jim Lee for his service; he should be contacted to find out if he would like to receive a plaque at a meeting or in private. Kozak Congratulated Chair Floyd on his reappointment as Chairperson and also for his appointment to the Police Chief's Advisory Committee. Action Agenda -Planning Commission 5-8-07 -Page 4 Kozak continued Uvelcomed Commissioner Murray and congratulated Commissioner Nielsen on his selection as Chair Pro Tem. Congratulated Commissioner Nielsen on his appointment to the Police Chief's Advisory Committee. Thanked staff for providing the opportunity to attend the California Preservation Foundation OHP workshop on May 3, 2007; he looks forward to future opportunities forsimilartraining. Indicated he has been noticing a proliferation of plastic corrugated super caffeine charged beverage signs at gas. stations and at the car wash at Main Street and Newport; he is curious as to whether these locations came to the City for approvals; he is not sure how massive the problem could become; these are at eye level at gas station aisles and other convenience stores and should be investigated. Stated that at Elizabeth on the north side of Irvine, there is a small strip mall; the landscaping in the public right-of-way is filled with weeds and debris; Code Enforcement should ask the property owner to beautify that area. Nielsen Offered his congratulations to Commissioner Murray and to Commissioners Kozak and Puckett. Indicated that he attended the Tustin Conservancy's First Annual Awards Dinner at Quinn's; there were approximately 65 people in attendance; and, offered his congratulations to all the nominees and winners. Noted he also attended the Preservation workshop on May 3rd and found it enlightening and educational. Reminded eve one the Tustin Chili Cook-Off takes place June 3rd Thanked staff for their presentations. Murray Indicated that he would be very interested in attending any future training that exists for Planning Commissioners. Floyd Congratulated Linda Jennings (who was in attendance in the Chamber) forthe wonderful Conservancy dinner; there were judges from all over Orange County judging the homes and businesses; it was a proud moment for Tustin and historic preservation. Action Agenda- Planning Commission 5-8-07-Page 5 Floyd continued Stated he felt the training at the OHP workshop was useful and that he would like to attend any similar training that becomes available in the future. Offered his congratulations to the new Commissioner and the two Commissioners who were reappointed. Thanked his fellow Commissioners for reappointing him as Chair. Thanked staff for their presentations. 8:32 p.m. ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held Tuesday, May 22, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Action Agenda -Planning Commission 5-8-07 -Page 6