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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem No. 1aPage 1 of 15 CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES JULY 6, 2010 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Gonzales called the regular meeting of the Commission held on Tuesday, July 6, 2010 to order at Center, located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, PRESENT: Chairman Gonzales, V Jordan, Commissioner ABSENT: None Also present: City Manager Brady, City Staff members present included " Senior Coury, Public Works Director Seumalo; an< The Mendoza O'Neal. W Elsinore Planning p.m. in the Cultural Commissioner J'Neal Planning Consultant Porche' Porche'. Commissioners Shelly Jordan and Rick Morsch took the Oath of Office. SELECTION OF PLANNING COMMISSION CHAIRMAN MOTION was made by Commissioner O'Neal, seconded by Commissioner Mendoza and unanimously carried to nominate John Gonzales as Chairman of the Planning Commission. AYES: Gonzales, Mendoza, Morsch, Jordan, O'Neal PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1a Page 1 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 2 of 15 NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None SELECTION OF PLANNING COMMISSION VICE - CHAIRMAN MOTION was made by Commissioner O'Neal, se Morsch and unanimously carried to nominate Chairman of the Planning Commission. AYES: Gonzales, Mendoza, NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None by Commissioner endoza for Vice- O'Neal Daryl Hickman congratulated the two (��e Plan fig Commissioners and ����P ,a v \� asked that they glue tho6@0�, fulness a pare In their decisions to help the City grow appropriatel Q also" ngrat Ibed John Gonzales and Phil Mendoza in their new positi® He Indted that he was informed that Jeremy McGrath would be purchase the and looked forward to working with him. ;fill 1, Approval with modification to the following paragraph on page 11 of the Planning Commission Minutes. Vice - Chairman Gonzales indicated that he and his wife are members of the Chamber of Commerce and agree with the statements regarding the Chamber. MOTION was made by Vice - Chairman Mendoza and seconded by Commissioner O'Neal to approve the June 1, 2010 Planning PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1 a Page 2 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 3 of 15 Commission minutes with modification to the last paragraph on page 11. AYES: Gonzales, Mendoza, Morsch, O'Neal NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: Jordan PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S) (2) Consideration of Modifice Conditional Use Permit N Motocross Recommendation: Commissioner O'Neal reques£ th �T 2010, Planning Cnission m etini pertinent infofmatlon t ting to�t`h` new owne" purchased the pro`pE Chairman CUP stay to City Senior ontinued to August 3, mission can review all ity, assuming that the Planning Commissioners that the the Motocross. lirman Mendo�a suggested that this item be continued for thirty trty flveE ; 5) d" y'4rom the time that a new owner establishes the to provl ufficlent time to review the CUP. d asked if staff received anything in writing from the property owner, or the new operator. Harris stated no. City Attorney Leibold asked if anyone in the audience could provide an update regarding the purchase of the Motocross Facility. Daryl Hickman indicated that the new owner was in the process of purchasing the property. City Attorney Leibold asked if the Motocross Facility is presently in operation. PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1 a Page 3 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 4 of 15 Senior Planner Harris stated that the Motocross Facility is not currently in operation and indicated that he had a phone conversation with the applicant who said he was unable to attend the Planning Commission meeting because he had a previous obligation. Commissioner O'Neal requested that Senior Planner Harris give an update regarding the Staff Report to inform the new Commissioners of the status of the Motocross. He also recommended a continuance. Commissioner Morsch asked if the N voluntarily or closed by the City. He also i McGrath for a long time, has followed his responsible person, and would expect completing the outstanding Conditions pr would like to continue this item for thirty�(3 a reasonable amount of time. )tocross 2flacility was closed dica he has known Mr. :areer,'and knows that he is a htm to;' allow through with it to openIip the Facility. He ) days whic ,believes to be Senior Planner Harris indicated that the last Planning Commission me( Staff Report to update theln om Commissioner O'Neal Commission with the o with Mr. Hiner since an overview of the Leibold provide the City Attorney�Leibold ,dicated; ghat the Commission could continue, suspend, or,revoke the CUP. this item until all issues are nissioner M;enddza suggested that this item be continued so that the lessee has, opportunity to take care of all of the outstanding Itions and can, begin operation of the Facility as soon as possible. had no comments. Commissioner'Morsch recommended suspension for thirty (30) days until the new owner is in place and has complied with the outstanding Conditions, at which time, Planning, Engineering, and the Commission can make a decision. City Attorney Leibold indicated that the applicant should have provided written documentation as to the status of the negotiations but as of yet, the City has not received any written documentation. PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1a Page 4 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 5 of 15 (3) Vice - Chairman Mendoza recommended a continuance until the new owner has purchased the facility. MOTION was made by Commissioner O'Neal, seconded by Vice - Chairman Mendoza and unanimously carried to continue Consideration, Suspension, and /or Revocation of Conditional Use Permit No. (CUP) 2001 -05 for the Lake Elsinore Motocross to August 3, 2010. Will 3i Recommendation: City Manager Planning Cor AB333 al (2) years Gonzales, Jordan, Mendoza, project and requested that Commission and answer ,.d °the Staff Report to the Commission present. ide, gave his name and address. He indicated that Casson Canyon Land, LLC (Development Company) questions that the Commission had. A, doza asked Planning Consultant Coury if S131 185 and A, automatic three (3) year extension in addition to the two the City Grants. Planning Consultant Coury stated yes. Commissioner Mendoza asked if the applicant has to pay a fee if there are any extensions. Planning Consultant Coury indicated that the three (3) year extension is automatic no fees are required. PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1 a Page 5 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 6 of 15 Commissioner Mendoza asked what constitutes a qualifying map. City Attorney Leibold explained what constitutes a qualifying map and indicated that if a map was approved on or before a date certain and if it is in affect and not expired on or before a date certain than it is entitled to an automatic extension and there is no review or opportunity to review. Commissioner Morsch asked if the Condition requiring Elsinore Hills Drive to be extended to Camino Del Norte, is the same Condition that is imposed on the Spyglass project. Public Works Director Seumalo indicated agreement between the two projects was I connected from Southshore I to Camino Det,h is going to build the outside lanes, and ths, the inside lanes. Commissioner Morsch indicated , off , Spyglass builds and asked if there Canyon Land (Development) and S easement across the property Mr. Lunde, indicated that the easer stated that there ' Joint Develop i properties wlthsr oil a,ry access N Morsch asked if location. this id stated that the Elsinore Hills Road eating that Spyglass dmmitted to building is landlocked until t between Wasson ment) to obtain an y been granted and between the two (2) Id be export or import of fill at the Lunde g dlcatetl ;that there would not be export or import of fill at that Also, 'h �tatedAhat they have reduced the grading considerably with revision to the.mao.v, Co,, issioner Morsch requested that if there is export/import fill to be addedgt the site a Condition of Approval is to be added and requested that the project IS to be brought back to the Planning Commission for public comment. 1 0�;/ '�% City Attorney Leibold reviewed with the Commission the revised Grading Ordinance requirements regarding export/import. Public Works Director Seumalo added that if the (maul volume) is greater than 5,000 cubic yards, this would trigger the new requirements and trigger a Public Hearing. Commissioner O'Neal requested that this item be brought back to the Planning Commission for review. PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1a Page 6 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 7 of 15 There was lengthy discussion between the Commissioners regarding the revised Grading Ordinance and the specific requirements regarding export/import of fill. It was discussed between the City Attorney and the Commission that in the event the Municipal Code or Conditions are triggered, a Public Hearing is required, and the Planning Commission will hear the item first and will then make a recommendation to the City Council. Passed and adopted the following Resolution: "Resolution No. 2010 -32 — A Resolution of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, recomm< approval of Revision No. 1 for Tentative Tract as amended. ah: Commission of the the City Council 11593 and consider MOTION was made by Commi Mendoza and unanimously c approval of Revision No. 1 for as amended. (4) seconded by Vice- Chairman :n to the City. Council Mob No. 31593 and consider City Manager Brady provided an overview of the project and requested that Senior Planner Harris review it with the Commission and answer questions. Senior Planner Harris presented the Staff Report to the Commission and indicated that the applicant was present. The applicant, Kip Dubbs, gave his name and address. PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1a Page 7 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 8 of 15 Commissioner Jordan asked Mr. Dubbs to clarify the square footage because she noticed a discrepancy in the Conditions and the first Sign Program. Mr. Dubbs indicated that a total of 859 square feet of signage is proposed. Commissioner Morsch indicated that the condominium plan was approved for one hundred forty two (142) units and asked Mr. Dubbs how they were going to choose which tenants would get a sign since there are only thirty two (32) signs. Mr. Dubbs indicated that once the building is fully occupied, less than forty (40) percent of the tenants are going to be'able to have signage capability and indicated that the sign program deslgneo bring outside Physicians into the area who would Ilkeao establish theiff inesses. Commissioner Morsch indlcate& if Commission that the number of signs, a then he is agreeable. -= Mr. Dubbs indicated that with Doctors, Physicians, get signage on buld,ngs. Vice -Chaff mofttrate to the to get''occupancy and said that he has met aye asked him if they can he would prefer that this item not asked Mr. Dubbs if this addresses Dubbs §t# yes,rnd does not anticipate coming back to the Chrn Gonzs indicated that he has no problem with this and the more stdns then,16" t the better. Passed and adopti the following Resolution: "Resolution No. 2010 -33 — A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving Variance No. 2010 -02 to vary from the maximum sign area provisions in association with additional wall mounted signage for the Plaza at Lakeview Professional Office Complex. MOTION was made by Commissioner O'Neal, seconded by Commissioner Jordan and unanimously carried to approve Variance No. 2010 -02 to vary PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1 a Page 8 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 9 of 15 from the maximum sign area provisions in association with additional wall mounted signage for the Plaza at Lakeview Professional Office Complex. AYES: Gonzales, Jordan, Mendoza, Morsch, O'Neal NOES: None ABSENT: None Passed and adopted the following Resolution: "Resolution No. 2010 -34 — A Resolution of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, approving 2010 -02 to amend the previously approved U existing Plaza at Lakeview Professional Offibi 31579 Canyon Estates Drive. PUP MOTION was made by Vice-Cl Commissioner Jordan and unanimou Program No. 2010 -02 to amend the Program for the existing Plaia� at, La located at 31569 & 31579 Canvon< sa AYES: (5) Commission of the Sign Program No. In Program for the Located at 31569 & mdoza, sec p by o approve Uniform Sign approved Uniform Sign assional Office Complex O'Neal City Manager Brady provided an overview of the project and requested that Senior Planner Harris review it with the Commission and answer questions. Senior Planner Harris presented the Staff Report to the Commission and indicated that the applicant was present. PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1 a Page 9 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 10 of 15 The owner, Ted Kingston, gave his name and address. He indicated that they have added a lot of lighting to the building and have done some demolition to the back of the building, re- painted the building and has put a neon sign up and is continuing to improve the building. Commissioner Morsch indicated that he likes the sign but it exceeds the allowable footage. He asked Mr. Kingston if he has any intensions of upgrading or modernizing the existing freestanding neon sign. Mr. Kingston indicated that the sign is close to 100 feet tall. He stated that they would like to modernize the sign with a reader\=° rd in digital /color. Commissioner Morsch indicated that he has had .a,,,number of complaints about the wall mounted sign stating that itLt, oo bi' nd is on the side of the building. He suggested outdoor li�ting and" work because when driving by, the sign does not indicate that it is a Casio. Mr. Kingston indicated that they a e in th � process of upgrading the wording on the signage and the loca ion,of the >, 'b Commissioner Morsch indicated that another, concern he had is that if the Commission approves the` Varience it would�e setting precedence for all other business signs coming into to the City` 'For example, if Cosco or Lowes requested th„e same Ilowar>ce`Q en the Commission would be allowing Cosco 7 have a 4,600 5q are foot sign, as well as Lowes to � allow a 7,200, uare foot, Si etc° Commissioner O'Nea�d City At"grney Leib old what the definition is of a my J and t111 that he be eves this is a mural and not a sign. ty Attorney Leibold indicated that there is not a definition for a mural but ere is a definition fo \, sign and she concurs with staffs determination t this fits within; th ition of a sign. Commissioner M ;�doza believes that this is a sign. He said that various busin ess.owners`ii the City have spent a lot of money to have nice signs and if this is'� "pp "roved it would be setting a precedence. He doesn't think that a sign's is large looks good for the City. Further, this is a wall mounted sign that can't be taken down but has to be painted over, if necessary. Commissioner Jordan stated that she is concerned that this would be setting precedence. She is concerned about graffiti on the sign, and how this is handled and thinks that the sign is too big. PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1 a Page 10 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 11 of 15 Mr. Kingston stated that since they have painted the sign and have made upgrades to the back of the building, there has been no graffiti, and if there is graffiti, he has made sure that it is removed immediately. Vice - Chairman Mendoza indicated that the building does look a lot better since it has been painted. Mr. Kingston stated that the best advertising strategy to generate business for the Casino is a reader board to view when driving on the freeway but indicated that the City's Sign Ordinance does not allow this and the City will not allow him to redo the sign without a special, 4iance. Commissioner Morsch indicated that the ion would like to assist in promoting his business but if the d Ism not to approve the ��� variance, it does not necessarily mean�at they not entertain this idea in the future. He also stated that would pre elan information board in the future then what Mr. Kingston is presenting �.: ,��y Chairman Gonzales asked Public Works Director Seumalo when Malaga mq�'�' ? ?,: Road is widened, will it affect this bulld Public Works Director Seumald>r�dlcated ".t it would not affect the building and stated that it well be eway th maidens. Chairman G9 l6i Indicated at Fie has =ery rarely seen graffiti on murals and s at high scho3� and would like to see murals on more buildings and "'would like ; to see the`sgn /mural stay. Passed on No 2010 -35 A Resolution of the Planning Commission of the Lake Elsmor Cah,Sirgia, approving Variance No. 2010 -01 to vary ►mum sign ea provisions in association with a wall mounted Tinted signs the Lake Elsinore Hotel and Casino. MOTION writ ode 1 y� O'Neal, and seconded by Chairman Gonzales to approve `Variance No. 2010 -01 to vary from maximum sign area provisions in association with a wall mounted freeway oriented sign for the Lake Elsinore Hotel and Casino. AYES: Gonzales, O'Neal NOES: Vice - Chairman Mendoza, Commissioner Jordan, Commissioner Morsch ABSENT: None PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1a Page 11 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 12 of 15 BUSINESS ITEMS (6) Amendment and Restating Chapter 15.64 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code regarding Flood Damage Prevention Recommendation: a. rrovlge star- wan comments pv b. Receive and file draft ordinance. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that t%9,10%% e of this item was for I staff to receive Planning Commission com,s� on the proposed amendments to Section 15.64 of the Lake Municipal Code related to flood damage prevention and provided an overview o taff Report. Chairman Gonzales indicated tffi wring the 1980 flood&,, ; Lakepoint (Mobile Home Park) got flooded an �"st of the residents did not relocate their mobile homes until the City decl #lie area a disaster area. He noted that the City moved�bry slowly In making the decision to declare the area a disaster. He wanted to know if the Codewould affect this. Public Works existing buildi with set elevai 1 floor to be at tli above (the 100 the lake which is Yd ` this Code does not affect jildirigs = ,Ahat are already approved affects new buildings. this changes the elevation requirement from eumalo stated no, and explained that currently, the Hind the City and the requirement is for the finished tlon' and the City is requiring it to be two (2) feet elevation) and does not affect the elevation around Comm issoner0'Neal asked how this affects the Summerly project Public Works Director Seumalo indicated that the Summerly project was grandfathered in even though construction hasn't commenced. Commissioner O'Neal asked if this could be revisited and move the elevation as higher. Public Works Director Seumalo indicated this cannot be revisited under this proposed ordinance change. PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1 a Page 12 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 13 of 15 Vice - Chairman Mendoza asked if this Ordinance change has to do with the General Plan Update. Public Works Director Seumalo indicated that this specifically has to do with the City's participation regarding the Flood Insurance Program and for every change, the City is consistent with FEMA regulations and the two (2) foot freeboard, it earns the City points and for ever 500 accumulated points, it reduces the residents who are required to have flood insurance by five (5) percent. Commissioner Morsch noted that it also qualifies the; =City for certain grants and asked Mr. Seumalo how much the City received in grants in the last fiscal year and how much the City is applyingr,. Public Works Director Seumalo stated related to flood grants and indicated t than natural disasters such as the sty Commissioner Jordan indicated tli Ordinance, under Section 15.64.420 of other agencies, asked why 1 rmy US Fish and Wildlife, and `RegloT as notification. Public Works ,< included as n) Commissioner it states 'lowe? clarification of v /ublic Works % 1 filpor, I is to be i floor' „not just ” Commissioner, people wl o" STAFF COMMENTS City cTlclinot receive funding were rr"d available other was reading through the where it states notification irtment of fish and Game, ity Board are not included I:K6t the reason they are not specifically applies to flood. sP_ noticed" several places in the Ordinance that risteatl yi , shed floor elevation" and requested stated In tie Ordinance. or Seumalo stated that the reason it states "lowest tent with FEMA's language and includes the "garage space floor ". indicated that this is a good program, particularly for insurance in the area. Public Works Director Seumalo indicated that Public Works has been receiving a lot of questions regarding the timing of the signal light located at the intersection of Lakeshore Drive and Riverside Drive and stated that it is being worked on. He also indicated that in answer to Commissioner O'Neal's question, staff is applying for a Tiger Grant for the signalization and widening of Gunnerson and Riverside PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1 a Page 13 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 14 of 15 Drive. He also congratulated the new Chairman, Vice - Chairman, and the new Commissioners. Senior Planner Harris congratulated the new Chairman, Vice - Chairman, and the new Commissioners. Office Specialist Porche' had no comments. City Manager Brady congratulated the new Chairman, Vice- Chairman and Commissioners. He indicated that the City is offering training to the new Commissioner's and asked if the rest of the Commission would also like a refresher course included with the training course. Commissioner O'Neal asked if it would be appropr e it), eet with the City Council members d uring the l training /refresh \ �urse to dit % s the philosophy of what they would like to see. City Manager Brady indicated that it is members regarding their expectations meetings. City Attorney Leibold indicated the Brown Act, the Political Meeting Protocol, Procedural I: the Commission would - likethe the training. The Commission July 20 City ana er Bi Co on mee CITY ATTO,RNE' City Attorney'L* and indicated t meet witFi; the Council separating the two (2) wol�c� entail guidelines regarding 3clos "�. nd Conflicts Analysis, o bO ".,19atil ��� n with Staff and asked if � ti a rusher course and to include Class and Refresher Course on that they would cancel the July 20 Planning le Refresher Course /Study Session on that day. ratulated the new Commissioners and the new Officers :s forward to a successful and busy term. PLANNING COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Commissioner O'Neal welcomed the new Commissioners and stated they both will be a good contribution to the Planning Commission. Commissioner Jordan looks forward to her service on the Planning Commission, and working with everyone and thanked everyone for their kind words. PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1 a Page 14 of 15 Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Meeting Regular Meeting Minutes of July 6, 2010 Page 15 of 15 Commissioner Morsch thanked everyone for the opportunity to serve as Planning Commissioner for the City and looks forward to the next four (4) years. Commissioner Mendoza congratulated the two (2) new members of the Planning Commission, thanked staff for all of their work, and congratulated the new Chairman. Chairman Gonzales congratulated the new Commissioners and the new Vice - Chairman. He also thanked everyone for their confidence in voting him Chairman. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come Chairman Gonzales adjourned the meeting at M. ing Commission, The City of Lake Elsinore Planning Co is scheduled for Tuesday, July 20, at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA Respectfully Su Attest: Robert A. Brady City Manager Refresher Cou in thakCultural Session cated at PC November 2, 2010 Item No. 1a Page 15 of 15