HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC RES 01-086RESOLUTION NO. 01-86
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE
CITY OF TUSTIN 2001 GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL
PROGRESS REPORTS..
The City Council does hereby resolve as follows:
The City Council finds and determines as follows'
A,
That Government Code Section 65400(b) requires the Planning Agency (the
Planning Commission) to provide an annual report to the City Council on the
status of the General Plan and progress in its implementation including the
progress in meeting its share of the regional housing needs;
S.
That the City has implemented numerous ordinances, programs, guidelines,
specific plans, general plan amendments, and discretionary actions in
accordance with the General Plan;
C.
That the City has taken, steps in removing governmental constraints that'
hinder the development of affordable housing;
D,
That the City's efforts in implementing the General Plan are summarized in
the report entitled "2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation
Progress" attached hereto as. Exhibit "A";
E,
That on August 13, 2001, the Planning Commission considered the efforts
undertaken by the City of Tustin to implement the General Plan and
recommended that the City Council approve the 2001 General Plan Annual
Progress Report; and
F,
That the City Council hereby directs staff to transmit the City of Tustin 2001
General Plan Annual Progress Report to the State Department of Housing
and Community Development
II.
The City Council hereby adopts the 2001 General Plan Annual Progress Report on
the status of the City of Tustin General Plan attached hereto as Exhibit "A."
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Tustin City Council, held on the 20th
day of August, 2001.
PAMELA STOKER
City Clerk
TRACY WIt WORLEY ~
Mayor
ATTACHMENT 2
EXHIBIT A
2001 STATUS OF GENERAL PLAN AND
IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAMS
EXHIBIT A
2001 STATUS OF GENERAL PLAN AND IMPLEMENTATION PROGRESS
LAND USE ELEMENT
The Land Use Element identifies the present and planned land use activity; the general
distribution and location of residential and non-residential land uses; and density and
building intensity. The Land Use Element constitutes official City policy for the location
of various land uses and provides guidance to ensure orderly growth and development.
The following.is a listing of Land Use Element goals and implementation measures:
GOAL 1'
Provide for a well balanced land use pattern that accommodates existing
and future needs for housing, commercial and industrial land, open space
and community facilities and services, while maintaining a healthy,
diversified economy adequate to provide future City services.
Sexually Oriented Businesses. Ordinance: The City amended the
Sexually Oriented Business Ordinance related to appeal procedures to
comply with a recent court decisions. The Sexually Oriented Business
Ordinance establishes regulations to promote the community's health,
safety, and welfare by limiting, dispersing sexually oriented businesses.
to specified zoning districts, licensing and regulating sexually oriented
businesses and employees; and providing additional health and safety
regulations.
Comprehensive General Plan Amendment to accommodate the MCAS
Reuse Plan' The City adopted amendments to all elements of the Tustin
General Plan related to the former MCAS-Tustin site and a privately
owned four (4) acre parcel in the vicinity of Harvard Avenue and Edinger
Avenue. The amendments would accommodate the MCAS-Tustin
Reuse Plan which outlines future and interim uses at the closed MCAS-
Tustin base.
East Tustin Specific Plan' The City continues to enforce the East Tustin
Specific Plan to ensure adequate housing for various income groups.
Secondary Residential Units Development Standards' The City
continues to provide opportunities for affordable secondary residential
units on lots within the City's Single-Family Residential Districts through
existing Zoning Ordinance provisions.
Specialty Stores Code Amendment: The City amended Alcoholic
Beverages Sales Establishment guidelines by adding a new definition
for "specialty stores" and include them as conditionally permitted uses
in certain retail commercial districts. The code amendment exempts
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2'001
Page 2
GOAL 2:
"specialty stores" from the minimum distance separation requirements
for off-site alcoholic beverage sales establishments.
Side and Rear Yard Setback for Historic Structures Code Amendment:
The City amended the Tustin City Code to allow residential structures
listed in the Historic Resources Survey to maintain the existing side
.yard and rear yard setback for a new addition if the Uniform Building
Code requirements can be met and emergency access can be
maintained.
Driveway Code Amendment: The City amended the Tustin City Code
to regulate the amount of allowable paved area within the front yard
setback of residential properties and within the front yard of commercial
and industrial properties.
General Plan Amendments: The City processed three (3) General Plan
Amendments to change the land use designation from Public &
Institutional to High Density Residential to allow for the development of
a senior housing project; from Professional Office to Community
Commercial to allow for the development of a service station,
convenience store and a carwash; and from MilitarY to MCAS-Tustin
Specific Plan to accommodate the reuse plan of the former. MCAS-
Tustin.
Discretionary Actions: The City processed 54 Conditional Use Permits,
·
1 Variance, 5 Code Amendments, 72 Design Reviews, 2 Zone
Changes, 3 Parcel Maps, and one Tract Map to accommodate various
development proposals.
MCAS Reuse Plan: In 1996 the City adopted the MCAS Reuse Plan
outlining future and interim uses at the closed MCAS-Tustin. The Reuse
Plan was subsequently amended by an "Errata" in 1998. The Reuse
Plan includes detailed planning, policies, regulations, implementation
strategies, and procedures necessary to guide the reuse and
development of the former MCAS-Tustin.
Ensure that future land
comprehensive planning.
use decisions are the
result of sound
and
Subdivision Code: The City continues the implementation and
enforcement of the Subdivision Code in accordance with the State's
Subdivision Map Act related to the division of land within or partially
within the City by establishing regulations concerning the design,
improvement, and survey data of subdivisions, the form and content of
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 3
all required maps, and the procedure to be followed in securing the
official' approval of the City.
Aboveground Cabinet Guidelines: The City continues the enforcement
and implementation of guidelines for the placement of aboveground
cabinets, within the City's right of way to reduce the potential for negative
visual impacts on the community.
Design Review Process: The City' encourages and promotes high quality
design and physical appearance through the Design Review process.
During the previous fiscal year, a total of 72 Design Review applications
were processed.
Office of the Zoning Administ. rator. The Zoning Administrator continues
to review and approve development applications in lieu of the Planning
Commission when the requests censtitute a reasonable use of property
not permissible under a strict literal'interpretation of the regulations.
Code Enforcement Program: The City promotes active Code
Enforcement citywide. Code Enforcement activities include: graffiti
removal program of approximately 1000 cases annually, weed
abatement program, removal:: of abandoned shopping carts, and other
zoning and land use related type of issues.
Alcoholic Beverages Sales Guidelines: The. 'City continues to enforce
and implement the Alcoholic Beverages Sales guidelines. These
guidelines are to be considered in conjunction with the conditional use
permit process to promote and protect public health, safety, and general
welfare, and preserve and enhance the quality of the City relating to
establishments selling al'coholic beverages for on- and off-site
consumption.
Home Occupation Ordinance: The City continues to allow for home
occupation and limits operations within the enclosed living space to
minimize negative impact associated with commercial/office uses within
residential zoning districts. .
Churches in Industrial Districts Guidelines: The City continues to enforce
and implement Churches in Industrial Districts guidelines when church
uses are proposed to be located in the industrial district.
Auto Services Design Guidelines: The City continues to enforce and
implement guidelines and standard conditions of approval for the
establishment of auto-relatedi services businesses.
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 200t
Page 4
GOAL 3:
GOAL 4:
Medical Office Parking/Joint Use...Parking Ordinance' The City continues
to allow for joint use parking within a commercial center and utilize a new
parking ratio for medical uses under 4,000 square feet.
Wireless Communication Facilities Ordinance: The City continues to
enforce and implement regulations and guidelines for the 'review of
wireless communication facilities for the protection of the health, and
safety and aesthetics-of the community.
Ensure that new development is compatible with surrounding land uses in
the community, the City's circulation network, availability of public facilities,
existing development constraints and the City's unique characteristics and
resources.
MCAS Reuse Plan
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
General Plan Amendment
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
Assure a safe, healthy and aesthetically pleasing community for residents
and businesses.
Newsrack Ordinance' The City continues to enforce and implement'
regulations for the placement of newsracks within the City's right-of-way.
Neon Tubing Design Guidelines: The City continues to enforce and
implement guidelines to mitigate negative visual impacts as a result of
installation of exposed neon tubing.
Tustin Pride Program' The City continues to support the Tustin Pride
Committee to promote a cleaner, healthier, and safer community.
Redevelopment Agency Programs: The City RedeveloPment Agency
provides programs including public improvements and commercial
rehabilitation loans to revitalize the redevelopment project areas.
Affordable hOusing programs include Housing Rehabilitation Loans
and grants, First Time Homebuyer loans (down payment assistance to
first time homebuyer), and Mortgage Credit Certificate program (tax
credit for first time homebuyer).
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 5
GO,~L 5'
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)' the City
participates in the countywide efforts to minimize unwarranted
discharge water into the regional water system.
Auto Services Design Guidelines
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Wireless Communication Facilities Ordinance
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Above Ground Cabinet Guidelines
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Design Review Process
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Office of the Zoning Administrator
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Code Enforcement Program
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
Revitalize older commercial, industrial, and residential uses and properties.
Cultural Resources District Ordinance: The City continues to preserve
historic and architecturally significant properties within the district by
requiring a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior alterations and
demolition of structures within the district. The City also utilizes a Survey
that contains information about the City's historic resources. Staff
regularly references this survey to determine the resource style,
significance, and whether special design considerations are required
when modifications to the structure are proposed. A total of 12
Certificates were issued between July 1, 2000 and June 30, 2001.
CDBG, HO. ME, and other State and Federal Programs' The City
provides CDBG grants/loans to non-profit organizations carrying out
public services activities and private commercial properties for facade
improvements.
Mills Act: Adopted by the California Legislature in 1976, the Mills Act is
legislation that provides for property tax relief on an eligible historic
property if the property owner agrees to .maintain and preserve the
property for a minimum of ten years. The City participates in the Mills Act.
Currently only two properties in Tustin participate in the Mills Act program.
Exhibit A
2001. Status of General Plan and .Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 6
GOAL 6'
Old Town Fee Waiver Policy: The City continues to waive non-residential
permit fees for interior and exterior building improvements and additions
constituting less than a ten (10) percent, increase in gross floor area for
existing properties located within the Old Town areas. Since its
inception in 1996, the City has waived .a total of $18,352 in permit fees.
Old Town Tustin Revitalization Strategy: Various activities were carried
out to revitalize older properties in Old Town Tustin. These activities
include the creation of diagonal parking to create a pedestrian and
business friendly atmosphere. The City is currently undertaking a
streetscape enhancement program in the Old Town area and is
anticipating project construction to start early next year.
Historical Resources Survey Update' The City received a CLG grant
from the State to update the existing Historical Resources Survey. The
new survey would identify new or potential resources to be added in
the City's historical resources survey.
Redevelopment Agency Programs
(Land Use Element Goal 4 for description)
Improve urban design in Tustin to ensure development that is both
architecturally and functionally compatible, and to create uniquely
identifiable neighborhoods, commercial, and business park districts.
Historic Plaque Program' The City established a plaque program to
recognize historically significant structures located within the Cultural
Resources District.
Cultural Resources District Ordinance
(Land Use Element Goal 5 for descriPtion)
Auto Services Design' Guidelines
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Neon Tubing Design Guidelines
(Land Use Element Goal 4 for description)
Design Review Process
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
East Tustin Specific Plan
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
,
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page ?
GOAL 7'
GOAL 8:
GOAL 9:
Promote expansion of the City's economic base and diversification of
economic activity.
Home Occupation Ordinance
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Old Town Fee Waiver Policy
(Land Use Element Goal 5 for description)
MCAS Reuse Plan
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description).
Ensure that necessary public facilities and services are available to
accommodate dovelopment proposed on the Land Use Policy Map.
Library Expansion Study: The City is conducting a study to analyze the
need to expand the Tustin bran~ Oran~ County library.
Pre-application Conferences Procedures: The City utilizes procedures
for pre-application confemnms and pm~ssing proceduros to expedite
permit processing.
Permit Processing and Coordination Procedures' The City ensures that
processing of' permits for Iow- and moderate-income housing is fast-
tracked. Continue the services of the City's Community Development
Department as a central clearinghouse with individuals assigned the
responsibility of expediting devetopme~ permits required from various
departments and agencies.
Tustin Family and Youth Center. in 1996, the City rehabilitated an existing
commercial site to accommodate a youth., center. This youth center now
provides a variety of affordable youth programs to Iow-income residents.
Commuter Rail Station Facility
(Circulation Element Goal 4 for description)
Provide for a planned community in East Tustin compatible with the land
use characteristics of the local area and sensitive to the natural
environment.
Natural Communities Conservation... program· The City participates in the
countywide Natural Communtic~ Consentation Program in protecting the
natural habitats and endangered species' by reviewing all development
proposals to rumply with the e~ablkshed guidelines.
Park Development, Improvements, and Maintenance Program' The City
encourages developers to creato new parks and allocates funds for
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 8
GOAL 10:
GOAL 11'
services and maintenance of buildings and recreational areas. The City
· also allocates funds for deferred maintenance of public parks to ensure a
safe and adequate recreational area for all residents.
Design Review Process
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Regional Hiking and Biking Trail System
(Circulation Element Goal 6 for description)
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
Improve and strengthen the Tustin Old Town/First Street area with a unique
pedestrian environment and diverse mix of goods, services, and uses.
Establishment of a Farmers Market: The City approved an addition of a
weekend (Saturday) farmers market in the Old Town area to promote
local growers.
Old Town Fee Waiver Policy
(Land Use Element Goal 5 for description)
CDBG, HOME, and other State and Federal Programs
(Land Use Element Goal 5 for description)
Redevelopment Agency Programs
Land Use Element Goal 4 for description)
Old Town Tustin Revitalization Strategy
(Land Use Element Goal 5 for description)
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal I for description)
Provide for an integrated business park environment in the Pacific Center
East Area which both capitalizes on market opportunities and is compatible
with adjacent developed land uses.
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
Redevelopment Agency Programs
Land Use Element Goal 4 for description)
: Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 9
GOAL 12'
Maintain the semi-rural and Iow-density character of North Tustin.
Discretionary Actions -
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
HOUSING ELEMENT
The Housing Element identifies, housing programs aimed at meeting the identified
housing needs of the City's population and implementing Statewide housing goals to
provide decent and sound housing for all persons and all income groups. The Tustin
Housing Element includes the identification of strategies and programs that focus on 1)
housing affordability, 2) rehabir~tation of substandard housing, 3) meeting the existing
demand for new housing, and 4) conservation of the existing affordable housing stock.
The following is a listing of all Housing Element goals and implementation measures:
GOAL 1'
Provide an adequate supply of housing to meet the City's need for a variety
of housing types to meet the diverse socio-economic needs of all
community residents.
Density Bonus: The City Council approved a 25 percent density bonus
for a fifty-four (54)unit senior housing project located at 1101 Sycamore
Avenue. The project would be 100 percent affordable to seniors over
fifty-five (55) years old.
MCAS Reuse Plan.
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)'
CDBG, HOME, and other State and Federal Programs
(Land Use Element Goal 5 for description)
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element. Goal 1 for description)
Redevelopment Agency Programs
Land Use Element Goal 4 for description)
GOAL 2'
Ensure equal housing opportunities for all existing and future City residents
regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sex, age, marital status, or household
composition.
Shared-Housing Program: The City continues to provide coordination
and support to a home sharing program funded in part by the
Feedback Foundation, Inc. as part of the TLC (Transportation Lunch
and Counseling) and the Orange County Housing Authority.
Fair Housing Services: The Orange County Fair Housing Council
provides services to the City of Tustin to assure equal hoUsing
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General P~an and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page ] 0 ·
GOAL 3:
GOAL 4'
GOAL 5'
opportunities within the ..City. The 'Fair Housing Council of Orange
County also provides case management and tenant/landlord dispute
resolution as well as housing discrimination services.
Increase the percentage of ownership housing to ensure a reasonable
balance of rental and owner'occupied housing within the City.
MCAS Reuse Plan
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
· Redevelopment Agency Programs
(Land Use Element Goal 4 for description)
Preserve the existing supply of affordable housing in the City'.
Section 8 Certificates and Vouchers Program' The City contracts with
the Orange County Housing Authority for the development and
operation of federally assisted Iow- and moderate-income housing
program.
Density Bonus Ordinance
(Housing Element Goal 1 for deScription)
Redevelopment Agency Programs
(Land Use Element Goal 4 for description)
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal I for description)
Conserve, maintain, rehabilitate, and/or replace existing housing in
neighborhoods which are safe, healthful, and attractive, in accordance with
adopted Land Use Policy. Improve the residential character of the City with
an emphasis on revitalizing neighborhoods showing' signs of deterioration.
Promote conservation of the City's sound h'ousing stock, reh'abilitation of
deteriorated units where they may exist citywide, and elimination of
dilapidated units that endanger the health, safety, and well-being of
occupants.
Cultural Resources District Ordinance
(Land Use Element Goal 5 for description)
Historic Plaque program
(Land Use Element Goal 6 for description)
Code Enforcement Program
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Redevelopment Agency Programs
(Land Use Element Goal 4 for description)
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
· .Page ! !
GOAL 6:
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal I for description)
Ensure that new housing is sensitive to the existing natural and built
environment.
Hillside Review Procedures: Provision of development review for
projects located in the hillside area within the East Tustin Specific Plan
area.
Discretionary Actions.
(Land Use Element Goal I for description)
As part of the comprehensive General. Plan update in 1994, the City of Tustin adopted a
Housing Element that was approved by the State Department of Housing and
Community Development and found in compliance with State law. The City is currently
,undertaking an update to the housing element. City staff is currently working with the
State Department of Housing and Community Development to generate an update.
CIRCULATION ELEMENT
The Circulation Element guides the development of the City's circulation system by
providing adequate capacity for future land uses and provides for a safe, efficient, and
adequate circulation, system for the City. The Element establishes a hierarchy of
transportation routes with specific development standards described for each category
of roadway.
The following subjects are included in the Circulation Element: streets and highways,
transportation corridors, transportation system management, transportation demand
management, transit, rapid transit, railroads, paratransit (e.g. carpooling, vanpooling,
and taxi service), bicycle, pedestrian, facilities, commercial, general, and military
airports.
The following is a listing of all Cimu/ation Element goals and implementation measures:
GOAL 1'
Provide a system of streets that meets the needs of current and future
inhabitants and facilitates the safe and efficient movement of people and
goods throughout the City consistent with the City's ability to finance and
maintain such a system.
Capital Improvement Progm. m (CIP): The City utilizes a seven (7) year
Capital Improvement Program to monitor, identify, and prioritize
improvements to roadways and intersections.
Oran_ge County Master Plan of Arterial Highways' The City has
adoptod the Orange County Master Plan of Arterial Highways which
addresses existing as well as future regional traffic needs. Additionally,
· Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page ]2
GOAL 2'
GOAL 3'
the City has identified and adopted a City's Arterial Highway System to
accommodate existing traffic demands and ensure the development of
improvements to serve future local traffic demands.
MCAS Reuse Plan
(Land Use Element Goal I for description)
Commuter Rail Station Facility
(Circulation Element Goal 4 for description)
Regional Transportation Improvement Program
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for description)
Truck Routes System
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for description)
Congestion Management Program (CMP)
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for description)
Provide for a truck circulation system that provides for the effective transport
of commodities while minimizing the negative impacts throughout the City.
Truck Routes System' The City has identified and adopted a'system of
citywide truck routes to accommodate the need for the transport of
goods. The City has recently rewritten policies and procedures for
issuing Transportation/overlimit permits to minimize impacts due to
large loads and to maximize traffic safety associated with trucking
activities.
Support development of a network of regional transportation facilities which
ensure the safe and efficient movement of people and goods from within the
City to areas outside its boundaries and which accommodate the regional
travel demands of developing areas outside the City.
Regional Transportation Improvements Program: The City works
closely with the Regional Transportation Agency (OCTA) and the State
Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to implement regional
transportation improvements and minimize impacts to Tustin.
Congestion Management Program (CMP): Through the Congestion
Management Program, the City monitors traffic levels of service (LOS)
at regional locations and coordinates any improvements to mitigate
adverse impacts.
Regional Hiking and Biking Trail System
(Circulation Element Goal 6 for description)
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 200'!
Page ] 3
GOAL 4:
Orange County Master Plan of Arterial Highways
(Circulation Element Goal 1 for description)
Traffic Signal Coordination Program
(Circulation Element Goal 4 for description)
Bus Shelters and Turnouts Program
(Circulation Element Goal 5 for description)
Measure M and Proposition 111
(Circulation Element Goal 8 for description)
Maximize the effidtency of the circulation system through the use of
transportation sys~m management and demand management strategies.
Traffic Signal Coordination Program: The City has implemented traffic
signal coordination among 95 percent of the City traffic signals. The City is
currently desigr~ng traffic signal modifications to interconnect the
remaining 5 pe~nt of cit~ide traffic signals.
Traffic Signal instaila~ons and Modifications: The City annually reviews the
citywide traffic signal system and identifies new signal locations and
modifications that will maximize the efficiency and operation of the traffic
signal system. Recent improvements have included the modification of the
traffic signal at Fa'st Street and Prospect Avenue.
Commuter Rail Station Facility: The City is currently constructing a
MetroLink Commuter Rai Station to prOvide rail service to commuters
between the Inland Empire and Orange County and also accommodate
passengers between Los Angeles and Oceanside on the LOSSAN
corridor. This project is a Transportation Demand Management
improvement ~hat will directly improve peak-hour traffic capacity for
regional and local commuters.
Orange County Master Plan. of Arterial Highways
(Circulation Element Goal 1 for description)
Regional Transportation Improvements Program
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for description)
o
Bus Shelters and Turnouts Program
(Circulation Element. Goal 5 for description)
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 14
GOAL 5'
GOAL 6:
GOAL 7'
Support development of a public transportation system that provides
mobility to all City inhabitants and encourages use of public transportation
as an alternative to automobile travel.
Bus Shelters Program' The City has implemented a bus shelter
program and bus bench program and installs these facilities as
opportunities becomes available.
Bus Service' The City works with new development to identify locations
and install bus turnouts on arterial roadways.
BuS Turnouts: The City reviews development plans and identifies
locations for the installation of bus turnouts on arterial roadways.
Commuter Rail Station Facility
(Circulation Element Goal 4 for description)
Regional Transportation Improvements Program
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for description)
Increase the use of non-motorized modes of transportation.
Orange County Master Plan of Bikeways: The city supports and
coordinates the development and maintenance of bikeways in conjunction
with the Orange County Master Plan of County Bikeways..
Regional Hiking and Biking Trail System: The City supports and
coordinates the development and maintenance of bikeways in conjunction
with the Orange County Master Plan of Countywide Bikeways to assure
that local bike routes will be compatible with routes of adjacent jurisdiction.
The City promotes the safety of pedestrians and bicyclists by adhering to
uniform standards and practices, including designation of bicycle lanes,
off-road bicycle trails, proper signage, and adequate sidewalk, bicycle
lanes, and off-road bicycle trail widths. The development of Peter's
Canyon trail, coordinated by the County of Orange, is an integral part of
the City's trail system. Other coordinated efforts include the development
of the equestrian and bicycle trails to connect the Cedar Grove Park and
the upcoming Lemon Tree Park.
Provide for a well-designed and convenient parking facilities.
Parking Facilities: Tustin encourages the efficient use of existing parking
facilities, including provisions for shared use of facilities, smaller
vehicles, and other provisions to'improve the effectiveness of City
parking codes and ordinances. Additionally, the City provides for
common parking facilities in the Old Town area to provide convenient
access to public and private facilities. The most recent improvement is
the approval of a public parking facility at the new Main Street Water
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page ~5
GOAL 8:
Reservoir site. This project is currently under construction and is
expected to be completed in late 2002.
Development Review. and Parking Requirements' The City monitors
developments to ensure sufficient off-street parking for all land use
decisions.
Medical Office Parking/Joint Use Parking Ordinance
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description) .
Old Town Tustin Revitalization Strategy
(Land Use Element Goal 5 for description)
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal I for description)
Define and evaluate alternative financing methods for circulation system
management and maintenance costs on a citywide and areawide basis.
Measure M and Proposition 111' The CitY maintains a circulation system
consistent with established County standards to qualify for new revenue
sources through Measure M and Proposition 111.
Transportation System Improvement Program (TSIP)' The City requires
developers to participate in applicable transportation fees in the TSIP
areas. The TSIP Program is defined under the Joint Powers Authority
between the City. of Tustin and the City of Santa Ana to. assess fees to
be used for ~mplementation of various traffic and circulation
improvements within a' defined geographical area which would benefit
both cities.
Major Bridge and Thoroughfare Fee Program: The City requires and
collects applicable fees from development to provide for regional
transportation improvements through this program.
CONSERVATION, OPEN SPACE, AND RECREATION ELEMENT
The Conservation/Open Space/Recreation Element provides for
conservation, and management of natural and open space resources.
the protection,
The Conservation component deals primarily with the preservation of natural resources,
such as water, soils, minerals, and animal life. The Open Space component identifies
open space that is left undeveloped for public health and safety reasons and open
space that is used for the preservation of natural resources, for the managed production
of resources, and for outdoor recreation. The Recreation component identifies planned
park and recreation facilities designed to support the recreational needs of Tustin's
population.
Air quality has been included as a sub-element to the Tustin Conservation/Open
Space/Recreation Element. The purpose of the Air Quality Sub-element is to reduce
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General ~-,,~n and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 16
current and projected emission levels .through stationary source control measures;
mobile source, transportation, and land use control measures; and energy conservation
measures.
The following is a listing of all Conservation/Open Space/Recreation Element goals and
implementation measures:
GOAL 1'
Reduce air pollution through proper land use, transportation, and energy
use planning.
Commuter Rail Station Facility
(Circulation Element Goal 4 for description)
Regional Hiking and Biking Trail System
(Circulation Element Goal 6 for description)
Orange County Master Plan of Arterial Highways
(Circulation Element Goal I for description)
Regional Transportation Improvements Program
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for description)
Bus Shelters and Turnouts Program
(Circulation Element Goal 5 for description)
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal '1 for description)
GOAL 2'
Improve air quality by influencing, transportation choices of mode, time of
day, or whether to travel and to establish a jobs/housing balance.
Home Occupation Ordinance
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Commuter Rail Station Facility
(Circulation Element Goal 4 for description)
Regional Hiking and Biking Trail System
(Circulation Element Goal 6 for description)
Bus Shelters and Turnouts Program
(Circulation Element Goal 5 for description)
GOAL 3'
Reduce particulate emissions to the greatest extent feasible.
Regional Transportation Improvements Program
(Circulation Element Goal 3for description)
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page !'7
GOAL 4:
GOAL 5'
GOAL 6'
GOAL 7'
GOAL 8'
GOAL 9'
GOAL 10'
Reduce emissions through reduced., energy consumption.
Regional Transportation Improvements Program ·
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for description)
.Protect water quality-and conserve water supply.
· · National Pollutant Discharge Erm~ination System (NPDES)
(Land USe E~emenl Goal 4 for de~ription')
Identify, designate, and preserve significant or unique riparian habitats.
Natural Communities. Conservation Program
(Land Use Element Goal 9 for description)
Conserve and protect natural plan and animal communities.
Regional Hiking and Biking Trail. System
(Circulation Element Goal 6 for description)
Natural Communities Conse~ation.' Program
(Land Use Element Goal 9 for descripti(~n)
Conserve and protect significant
watershed areas, resources, and'soils.
topographical
features,
important
East Tustin. Specific Plan
(Land Use Element Goal I for description)
Hillside Review Procedures
(Housing Element Goal. 6. for description)
·
Manage the production of economically valuable agricultural resources, to
achieve a balance between current market forces and long-term community
values.
Interim agriculture uses at TUstin Legacy: Support interim uses of
vacant lands for agricultural use&
Reduce solid waste, produced withi~ City.
Source Reduction Recycling Element: In the year 2000 the City's
diversion requirement is fd~ (50) percent. The City is currently
implementing a new solid waste collection and disposal contract that
will modify residential and co~cial collection and disposal programs
to increase waste diversion.
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page ] 8
GOAL 11'
GOAL 12'
GOAL 1'3'
GOAL 14'
Conserve energy resources through use of available energy technology and
conservation practices.
Conservation of Energy within City's Parks: The City monitors lights
within City parks by using light schedules and timers. The City, in light
of the energy crises, also replaces light bulbs within City parks with
energy-efficient light bulbs. The City also continues to utilize Maxicom
systems at community facilities for computer-generated operations of
irrigation systems to maximize the efficient use of water and electricity.
LED Traffic Signal Program' The City replaced all Red and Green
traffic signal lights with LED (Light Emitting Diodes) lights to conserve
energy. As a result, the City conserves a net energy saving of 1.7
million kilowatts per hour per year.
Maintain and enhance the City's unique culturally and historically significant
building sites and features.
Historic Plaque program
(Land Use Element Goal 6 for description)
Survey Update
(Land Use Element Goal .5 for description)
Preserve Tustin's archeological and paleontologic resources.
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
Encourage the development ' and maintenance 'of a balanced system of
public and private parks, recreation facilities, and open spaces that serve
tho needs of existin~ and'future residen'ts in the City of Tustin.
Lemon Tree Park Master Plan (Citrus Ranch Park)' The City completed
the Lemon Tree Park Master Plan.
.Peppertree Park.Improvement: The City completed improvements to
Peppertree Park that include restrooms, picnic shelters, and tot lot.
Tustin Area Senior Center: The City regularly maintains the Senior
Center to create an attractive and safe recreation facility for its .senior
citizens. The City has installed new signs, outdoor lights, carPeting,
and handicap accessible entryway to better serve the seniors. The City
also provides various programs for active seniors such as Meals on
Wheels, Senior Sports, Senior Dances, etc.
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page ]9
Park and Recreation Program's: The City's Parks and Recreation
sponsored and coordinated park and recreation programs inclUde over 300
annual educational class program, youth and adult programs to over
26,000 youth and 11,000 adults in organized sports activities, and special
events such as Tustin Tiller Day, Street Fair, Chili Cook-off, Christmas tree
lighting, Spring Egg Hunt, etc.
Recreational Youth Programs: CDBG grants for non-profit
organizations to provide after school programs (i.e. Boys and Girls
Club, Tustin Family Youth Center,. etc.)
MCAS Reuse Plan
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
Park Development, Improvements, and Maintenance Program
(Land Use Element Goal 9 for description)
East Tustin Specific Plan
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
Regional Hiking and Biking Trail System
(Circulation Element Goal 6 for description)
Discretionary Ac'lions
(Land use Element Goal I for description)
GOAL 15:
Coordinate local open space and trail areas with the regional facilities of the
County and adjoining cities.
MCAS Reuse Plan
(Land Use Element Goal I for description)
Regional Hiking and Biking Trail System
(Circulation Element Goal 6 for description)
GOAL 16'-Provide a range of informal opportunities and organized recreational,
cultural, sports, and life enrichment programs and services which will enable
community residents of all ages, interests, and abilities to participate and
, experience self-sa~isfaction, personal growth, and fulfillment in leisure
activities.
New Camp Programs and Educational Classes' The citY implements new
camp programs and educational classes and is able to accommodate an
additional 1,600 participants annually.
Tustin Family and Youth Center
(Land Use Element Goal 8 for description)
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 20
GOAL 17'
GOAL 18'
Tustin Area Senior Center
(Conservation, Open Space,
description)
and Recreation Element Goal 14 for
Park and Recreation Programs
(Conservation, Open Space,
description)
and Recreation Element Goal 14 for
Recreational Youth Programs
(Conservation, Open Space,
description) .
and Recreation Element Goal 14 for
Operate and maintain existing and future parks and recreation facilities so
they are safe, clean, and attractive to the public; and preserve, protect, and
enhance both existing and potential natural recreation areas to ensure that
long-term public investments and values are not unreasonably preempted,
compromised, or prevented by neglect or short-term considerations.
Park, Development, Improvements, and Maintenance Programs
(Land Use Element Goal 9 for description)
Regional Hiking and Biking Trail System
(Circulation Element Goal 6 for description)
Tustin Area Senior Center
(Conservation, Open Space,
description)
and Recreation Element Goal 14 for
Park and Recreation Programs
(Conservation, Open Space,
description)
and Recreation Element Goal 14 for
Ensure that the recreational goals and policies are pursued and realized in
an organized, incremental, and cost-effective manner and consistent with
the City of Tustin's financial resources and legal authorities and the
appropriate responsibilities of other agencies, the private sector, and
individual and group users.
Parks Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program' The City Council
adopted a seven-year capital improvement program (CIP) for parks
throughout the city. The seven-year CIP prioritized four specific
projects for FY 2001-02.
Park and Recreation Programs
(Conservation, Open Space,
description)
and Recreation Element Goal 14 for
Recreational Youth Programs
(Conservation, Open Space,
description)
and Recreation Element Goal 14 for
.,~-~
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 2 !
PUBLIC SAFETY ELEMENT
The Public Safety Element identifies and addresses those natural or man-made
characteristics which exist in or near the City which represent a potential danger to the
safety of the citizens, sites, structures, public facilities, and infrastructure. The Element
establishes policies to minimize the danger to residents, workers, and visitors, and
identifies actions needed to deal with crisis situations.
The following potential hazards are included in the Public Safety Element: flooding,
seismically induced conditions, including surface rupture, ground shaking, ground
failure, and seiche; slope instability leading to mudslides and landslides; subsidence
and other geologic hazards; wildland/urban interface fires; evacuation routes,
hazardous materials; law enforcement; and aircraft overflights.
·
The following is a listing of all Public Safety Element goals and implementation
measures'
GOAL 1'
Reduce the risk to the community's inhabitants from flood hazards.
National Flood Insurance Program: Disseminate flood zone information
to the .public and participate in the National Flood Insurance Program.
GOAL 2:
GOAL 3:
Minimize risk from upstream dam failures.
Risk Assessment Procedures
(Public Safety Element Goal 9 for description)
Reduce the risk to the community from geologic and seismic hazards.
Emergency Plan and Operation Center
(Public Safety Element Goal 8 for description)
GOAL 4'
Reduce the risk to the community's inhabitants from exposure to
hazardous materials and wastes.
Fire Service Contract: Contract with the Orange County Fire Authority
to provide fire services to Tustin residents.
GOAL 5'
Reduce the risk to the community's inhabitants from fires or explosions.
Fire Service Contract
(Public Safety Element Goal 4 for description)
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal I for description)
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 22
GOAL 6' Stabilize demand for law enforcement services.
GOAL 7'
Minimize the level of danger to life and property from air operations
accidents.
GOAL 8'
Improve the City's ability to respond to natural and man-made emergencies.
Emergency Plan and Operation Center: The City created of an
emergency operation center. (EOC) as a centralized command center
during major catastrophe. In 1999 the City revised its Emergency
Management Plan to comply with the State Standardized Emergency
Management System (SEMS) model. As part of the new Emergency
Management Plan, City staff periodically conducts an emergency
exercise to test the Emergency Plan. The next exercise is scheduled
for Fall 2001.
GOAL 9:
Fire Service Contract
(Public Safety Element Goal 4 for description)
Reduce the amount of personal injury, damage to property, and economic
or social dislocation as the result of disaster.
Risk Assessment Procedures' Standard risk assessment techniques
were utilized while preparing the City's Emergency Plan. The major
identified risks were earthquake, wildland fires and urban conflagrations
(fire), flooding and aircraft/transportation accidents. Among other issues,
the City's. Emergency Plan addresses City responsibilities for
evacuations, sheltering, and medical services when an event appears
imminent or once an event has occurred. Preventing the loss of life and
property and minimizing social and economic disruption are the .City's
highest priorities during response and recovery phases.
Fire Service Contract
(Public Safety Element Goal 4 for description)
Emergency Plan and Operation Center
(Public Safety Element Goal 8 for description)
NOISE ELEMENT
The Noise Element is a comprehensive approach for including noise control in the
planning process. It is a tool for achieving and maintaining environmental noise levels
compatible with land use.
The Noise Element includes effective strategies to reduce excessive noise in the
community resulting from mobile sources such as traffic, aircraft, rail, and stationary
sources, such as construction activity and music.
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 23
The following is a listing of all Noise Element goals and implementation measures'
.GOAL 1'
Use noise control measures to reduce the impact from transportation noise
sources.
GOAL 2'
GOAL 3'
John Wayne Airport Noise Monitoring Program' The City monitors
aircraft noise 'level originating from the John Wayne Airport to ensure
the noise level is within the Community Noise Equivalent Level (CNEL).
Incorporate noise considerations into land use planning decisions.
John Wayne Airport Noise Monitoring Program
(Noise Element Goal 1 for description)
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
Develop measures to control non-transportation noise impacts.
Property Maintenance Equipment Noise Ordinance: The City revised
property maintenance ordinance to prohibit the use and operation of
loud property maintenance equipment during certain hours.
Discretionary Actions
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
GROVVTH MANAGEMENT ELEMENT
The Growth Management Element contains policies for the planning and provision of
traffic improvements that are necessary for orderly growth and development.
The following is a listing of all Growth Management Element goals and implementation
measures'
GOAL 1'
Reduce traffic congestion.
Growth Management Area (GMA) Program: The City participates in the
inter-jurisdictional coordination in addressing infrastructure concerns
and in implementing needed improvement within the Growth
Management Area established by in the City-County Coordination
Committee'. GMA projects include:
· Commuter Rail Station (under construction)
· Red Hill Avenue Grade Separation (planning stage)
· Seventeenth Street over-crossing the SR-55 freeway (completed)
· . Intersection enhancements at Red Hill Avenue/Barranca Parkway
(planning stage)
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 24
GOAL 2'
GOAL 3:
All of the above projects improve inter-jurisdictional traffic flow and
roadway capacity.
Home Occupation Ordinance
(Land Use Element Goal 2 for description)
Commuter Rail Station Facility
(Circulation Element Goal 4 for description)
Regional Transportation Improvements Program
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for description)
Orange County Master Plan of Arterial Highways
(Circulation Element Goal 1 for description)
Congestion Management Program (CMP)
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for description)
Traffic Signal Coordination Program
(Circulation Element Goal 4 for description).
Ensure adequate transportation' facilities are provided for existing and future
inhabitants of the City.
Commuter Rail Station Facility
(Circulation Element Goal 4 for description)
Regional Transportation Improvements Program
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for description)
Orange County Master Plan of Arterial Highways
(Circulation Element Goal 1 for description)
Bus Shelters and Turnouts Program
(Circulation Element Goal 5 for description)
Cooperate with neighboring jurisdictions and the County to achieve reduction
in regional.traffic congestion.
Growth Management Area Program
(Growth Management Element Goal I for description)
Orange County Master Plan of Arterial Highways
(Circulation Element Goal I for description)
Congestion Management Program (CMP)
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for descriPtion)
Traffic Signal Coordination Program
(Circulation Element Goal 4 for description)
Exhibit A
2001 Status of General Plan and Implementation Progress
August 20, 2001
Page 25
GOAL 4:
Measure M and Proposition 111
(Circulation Element Goal 8 for description)
Strive to develop and maintain a balance between jobs and :bousi.ng in
Tustin.
Home Occupation Ordinance
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
MCAS Reuse Plan
(Land Use Element Goal 1 for description)
Regional Transportation Improvements Program
(Circulation Element Goal 3 for description)
City of Tustin
RESOLUTION CERTIFICATION
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) SS
CITY OF TUSTIN )
RESOLUTION NO. 01-86
I, PAMELA STOKER, City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk of the City Council of the City of Tustin,
California, hereby certifies that the whole number of the members of the City Council of the
City of Tustin is five; and that the above and foregoing Resolution No.' 01-86 was adopted
at a. regular meeting of the City Council held on the 20th day of August, 2001, by the
following vote'
COUNCILMEMBER AYES: Worley, Thomas, Bone, Doyle, Kawashima
COUNCILMEMBER NOES: None
COUNClLMEMBER ABSTAINED: None
COUNCILMEMBER ABSENT: None
Pamela Stoker, City Clerk