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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03 PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA 07-17-07~-- ~-~ -~, ~ .a ,; ~ ~: yar AGENDA REPORT Agenda Item 3 Reviewed: City Manager Finance Director N/A MEETING DATE: JULY 17, 2007 TO: WILLIAM A. HUSTON, CITY MANAGER FROM: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT SUBJECT: PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA ACTION AGENDA REGULAR MEETING TUSTIN PLANNING COMMISSION JULY 10, 2007 7:01 p.m. CALL TO ORDER Given PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Present: Chair Floyd Chair Pro Tem Nielsen Commissioners Kozak, Murray, and 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 None PUBLIC CONCERNS CONSENT CALENDAR Approved 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES -JUNE 12, 2007, PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING. 2. TUSTIN HISTORIC REGISTER NOMINATION - 455 WEST THIRD STREET Action Agenda -Planning Commission 7-10-07 -Page 1 RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission approve the nomination of 455 West Third Street to the Tustin Historic Register Plaque Designation Program. None Provided direction to staff PUBLIC HEARINGS REGULAR BUSINESS 3. TOUR OF OLD TOWN RESIDENTIAL AREA Based on staffs suggestions presented in the report, the Planning Commission should provide specific direction to staff regarding the proposed tour of the Old Town residential area, including the format, route, meeting location, and public outreach. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission provide direction to staff. Received and filed 4. FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007 IN REVIEW The Community Development Department Activity -Fiscal Year 2006-2007 in Review briefly describes the total number of discretionary projects (i.e. Conditional Use Permits, Design Reviews, Subdivision Maps, etc.), major accomplishments for various functional areas within the Community Development Department, and Building Division activity. RECOMMENDATION: That the Planning Commission receive and file. Director STAFF CONCERNS 7. REPORT OF ACTIONS TAKEN AT THE JUNE 19 AND JULY 3, 2007, CITY COUNCIL MEETING. Reported that the City Council considered proposed City branding which may mean modification of the City's logo; staff will bring further information to the Planning Commission when it becomes available. Action Agenda -Planning Commission 7-10-07 -Page 2 COMMISSION CONCERNS Puckett Stated he was happy to be back in Tustin after a trip to Kansas and Oklahoma where the flooding has been unbelievable. Indicated he plans to attend the ribbon-cutting at Farmers & Merchants Bank tomorrow at The District; it is important that the Commissioners show their support by attending these events if at all possible. Noted that the progress at The District is wonderful to behold and a great thing for Tustin. Murray Added that he has been attending the ribbon-cuttings and enjoying the development of The District; noted he was pleased to see the water element is getting started; and, complimented the Commissioners and staff for the planning that went into this project. Added that the Chamber of Commerce notifications are very helpful and appreciated; and, noted the Recording Secretary has provided helpful information to him as a new Commissioner. Puckett Noted that the Commissioners have not missed aribbon-cutting since the Recording Secretary began e-mailing the Chamber flyers. Kozak Offered his congratulations to City Councilman Jim Palmer regarding his selection to the Corporation for National and Community Service, nominated by the President in May, and recently confirmed by the Senate; the Corporation oversees AmeriCorp, SeniorCorp, and FreedomCorp. Complimented all those involved in the spectacular Fourth of July program; the finale was the best he had ever seen. Thanked staff fortheir hard work. Nielsen Added his congratulations to Councilman Palmer; no one is better- deserving of such a national appointment. Echoed Commissioner Kozak regarding the Fourth of July program and the workers involved; the event was very well attended; the cover band actually looked like the Rolling Stones. Congratulated the residents of Tustin Meadows for their annual Fourth of July parade, which has turned into a community event; it Action Agenda -Planning Commission 7-10-07 -Page 3 was good to see Chairman Floyd on a vehicle, waving to the people and throwing candy to the children. Puckett Asked what kind of vehicle the Chair was riding on. Floyd Stated that it was a new Ford Mustang convertible. Nielsen Reminded everyone the Trolley Tours begin the 21St of July; and, encouraged everyone to enjoy a ride. Noted that the ribbon-cuttings have been enjoyable to attend; it is wonderful to see the businesses opening in The District and other parts of the City. Commended the Chamber for doing a great job keeping everyone informed regarding this hectic pace. Floyd Added his congratulations to Councilman Palmer; his involvement in the community is amazing and being awarded a Presidential seat is wonderful honor for him and the City, the County, and the State of California. Thanked Tustin Meadows for inviting him to participate in the Fourth of July celebration; the residents are to be commended for a tremendous party and parade. Reminded everyone that Concerts in Park will be continuing on Wednesday evenings, after the break for the Fourth of July. Encouraged Tustin residents to support the businesses opening in The District and to take advantage of the free coupons available online for free popcorn at the AMC theaters. Thanked Cox cable for the first televised Planning Commission meeting. 7:50 p.m. ADJOURNMENT The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission will be held Tuesday, July 24, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at 300 Centennial Way. Action Agenda -Planning Commission 7-10-07 -Page 4