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L,SII` ORE
DREAM EXTREME
REPORT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
TO: HONORABLE CHAIRPERSON
AND MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
FROM: KRISTINE HERRINGTON
OFFICE SPECIALIST
DATE: JULY 17, 2012
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF MINUTE(S)
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Planning Commission approve the Minutes as
submitted.
a. June 5, 2012
b. June 19, 2012
Prepared by: Kristine Herrington A~
Office Specialist
Approved by: Warren Morelion, AICP~
Acting Director of Community Development
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CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES OF JUNE 5, 2012
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chairperson O'Neal called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Morsch led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Present: Vice Chairperson O'Neal
Commissioner Gonzales
Commissioner Morsch
Absent: Chairperson Jordan
Commissioner Blak
Also present: Acting Community
Director Seumalo, City Attorney I
Specialist Herrington.
ion, Public Works
Coury, and Office
None.
1.
a. ;May 1, 20
Motion'"9 Commissioner Gonzales and seconded by
CommissityI t Morsch to approve May 1, 2012, Planning
Commission Minutes with the following revision of the
Commissioner's votes to Zone Code Amendment No. 2012-
01 to read as follows:
Moved by Chairperson Jordon and seconded by
Commissioner Morsch to approve the proposed Resolution.
A substitute motion was made by Vice Chairperson O'Neal
and seconded by Commissioner Gonzales to continue the
item to the June 5, 2012, Planning Commission meeting.
Following procedural rules, Chairperson Jordan asked for a
vote on the substitute motion first. The motion to continue
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City of Lake Elsinore
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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the item passed by a vote of 3 to 2 with Vice Chairperson
O'Neal, and Commissioners Gonzales and Blake voting in
favor and Chairperson Jordon and Commissioner Morsch
voting against.
b. May 15, 2012
Motion by Commissioner Gonzales, seconded by
Commissioner Morsch to approve the Planning
Commission Minutes of May 1, 2012 with a revision to the
Commissioners vote and approve Planning Cdhnmission
i
Minutes of May 15, 2012; Motion passed 3-01,
2. Meeting Minutes completed by the City
outstanding meetings:
C. May 1, 2007
d. June 5, 2007
completed from
Motion made by Commissioner Gonzalesand seconded by
Vice Chairperson O Ne P Q approve Plana"~ ~ Commission
Minutes of May 1, 2007 , 2007, anJune 5, 2007
with Commissioner Moho„ mg, Motion passed
e. November 1,&-k,112,01 0
f. DepQfter 7, *0
Motto by Cbm =1ssldner ;Gonzales and seconded by
e
m er ch toa{rprove Special Joint City
Council a l , Ian~tl~~Commission meeting minutes of
4
November 16' ~22010aPProve Planning Commission
eeting of Decenber. , 2010 with revision to reflect that
Chalr~nan Gonzales adjourned the meeting, not
Corirtssioner O'Neal, and also to reflect that signature
approva 11\ lock ,is to state Chairman Gonzales, not Michael
O'Neal; I~oj7on passed 3-0.
PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S)
3. Highway 395 Corridor Study for Southwest Riverside County Update
Workshop
Andy Pendoli and Rick Barrett of WRCOG discussed the Highway 395 Corridor
Study for Southwest Riverside County.
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City of Lake Elsinore
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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Vice Chairperson O'Neal asked Mr. Barrett to explain the purpose of the 395
Corridor because 1-15 already connects the Cities such as Murrieta and
Temecula. Mr. Barrett explained that although Interstate 15 is important to
connect these cities, the 395 Corridor is important for economic development,
local transportation, and congestion relief.
Commissioner Morsch asked what vision they see for the Corridor relating to
transportation. Mr. Barrett stated widening of roadways, bike lanes built upon
and expanded, and more public transportation options. Mr. Barrett also stated
they would like feedback from the City and its community based on the City's
General Plan. /'AAAA,Acting Community Development Director Morelion stated t(at it is up to each city
if they chose to implement the 395 Corridor reommendations, it is not a
requirement. //e,,
Vice Chairperson O'Neal stated that he ,thinks that this is a great idea and
suggested incorporating the Ball Park District, the Downtown proje.tson main
Street, etc.
For clarification Mr. Barrett sta
Corridor begins at Main Street ai
to Mission Trail through Corydon
4.
in the CP,, f Lake Elsinore, the 395
ore Drive, connecting East Ld~t;J~,< g
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King Commission adopt a resolution
It is recommen
ced °that K,
rec~?mmenra~q to tie City Coucil approval of Vesting Tentative Tract
dap No 36447, based, on the findings, exhibits and conditions of
Planning Qs,ultant Coif: presented the staff report.
Mike Taylor of Pardee domes addressed the Commission. He stated that the
Canyon Hills Coni ,pity Park is scheduled for completion in approximately 60
days and they are,scheduling a Grand Opening on Saturday, August 11, 2012.
Victoria Weir, resident of Canyon Hills, complained of dust due to grading
activities. When she contacted Pardee Homes they said they would get back to
her in July. Mr. Taylor stated that they have grading permits and blasting permits
which are governed by the Air Quality Management District (AQMD), and
inspected by the City.
Commissioner Morsch asked if there is a regular schedule that the inspectors
follow when they go to the site. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that the
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City of Lake Elsinore
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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inspectors go to the site every day and that he would follow up with the City's
inspector regarding Mrs. Weir's concerns. He also indicated that he would make
sure to communicate with the developer.
Vice Chairperson O'Neal requested that the City be more proactive regarding
complaints made by the community.
Commissioner Morsch asked if the City has received complaints from any of the
other residents in the area. Director Seumalo stated that he does not believe
that the City hasn't received any other complaints but will speak with the City's
inspector to confirm.
Ms. Weir stated that she is an operating engineer ~cY, s very familiar with the
grading process, she noted that there is a dust prem apd although Pardee is
complying with AQMD, nothing has been done au~he probe which needs to
be addressed.
Commissioner Morsch asked her what46R&ould e them to d' "Ms. Weir
suggested being compensated for the clean 6 cars h6fne's windows as a result
of the dust and noted that this is what her company does for residents in the
communities that they grade m
Commissioner Morsch asked if the
to the Commission with the design
Morsch asked Public ,,Works Dir(
g\ctor
Director Seumalo did'so~1 t
regarding storm r
fence fan would be presented
Mated yes. Commissioner
A'' discuss the street width.
Ated revising Condition No. 44
Comm
the
to clarify items A through D on the
Motion was' e by Corftissioner Morsch, seconded by
C rrtmissioner`Mbrsch,to adopt Resolution No. 2012-19, a
RR~olution of taplannin9 Commission of the City of Lake
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Elsi Califorlia, recommending City Council approval
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of Vestih :Ter~tive Tract Map No. 36447 with change to
Conditio n~~~~~44; Motion passed 3-0.
5. Tentative Parcel Map No. 36409
Recommendation
It is recommended that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution
recommending to the City Council approval of Tentative Parcel Map No.
36409, based on the findings, exhibits and conditions of approval.
Planning Consultant Coury presented the Staff Report.
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City of Lake Elsinore
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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The applicant, Sergio Vascas of Hacienda Development Solutions addressed the
Commission.
Joann Stuart, resident of Lake Elsinore, stated that she heard that project plans
were submitted to the City regarding this parcel map. Vice Chairperson O'Neal
stated that no plans have been submitted for this location and Acting Community
Development Director Morelion confirmed that his project has been submitted to
the City for the property.
Commissioner Morsch asked Mr. Vascas if he was aware„ that his property is in
the flood zone. Mr. Vascas stated yes. Commissioner.Morsch requested that a
Condition be added (Condition 18b) to state that the,f9u(e needs to be shown
on the parcel map and the final map to be recorded ~ Riverside County
Engineer's Office.
Motion was made by Commiss'~n"er Morsch, seconde r
by Commissioner Gonzalesdopt Resolution No.'
No
2012-20, a Resolution of the Planm cf olrim'ission of the
City of Lake Elsinore, California, recommending to the
City Council of the City of Lake Eis] approval of
Tentative Parcel Map No ;3640 generally`lot; on the
South (APNssid 374-282 001 re 0 r2 e 0 ~ 4x3,74 281S001, -
002, 003, -004,,-005, -006, OOv , 008, X09, -010, 373-
162-001," s02 003, 004 and -00) with adding
Enginee~t Condttion No. 18b;~lvlotion passed 3-0.
6. Zone Code Am1:~dment "No 201.2,'01
mmending that the City Council of the City of Lake
Code Amendment No. 2012-01.
Acting Community` Development Director Morelion and Lake, Parks and
Recreation Director Kilroy presented the staff report.
Acting Community Development Director Morelion reiterated to the Commission
that they are only voting on the land use amendment changes to allow for
residential boat dock standards. The actual Residential Boat Dock Standards
are required to be reviewed and approved by the City Council.
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City of Lake Elsinore
Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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REQUESTS TO SPEAK
Ben Butterfield, Lakeland Village resident, stated that he doesn't think that the
Lakeland Village residents should have to pay any fees because they live in the
County. He also stated that he is concerned that there will be vandalism on the
docks and if there will be law enforcement to address it.
Peter Dawson, Lakeland Village resident, stated that when driving around the
lake he noticed only one nonconforming dock on the lake. He also stated that a
Minor Design Review is going to cost approximately $1,500.00 or more per
property and indicated that he doesn't think that the 4 i«land` Village residents
who are residents in the County should be controlled, tzy, City.
Paul Castagno, owner of the vacant property located on La shore Drive stated
that he has had a dock on the lake for approximately 29 years arid, indicated that
there has been much progress with the draft Residential Boat Do," Standards
i
but he still has issues with No's: 40b2, 13,,`,",41 , 1ij`~,,48 and 25, di,,to safety
issues.
Tim Fleming, City resident along keshore Dnv~ tated that he urges the
Commissioners to p w upcoming lake'soedge usehs Ir ~S~,oon ui they s~ a„chance to review the 41, "ZON
ne
Wendy Lasofski, reside k Lakeland Vjllage, r 4t, bsted that the Commission
postpone their decision an, safety should be first concern, not aesthetics.
Clifford Eers, reslderLtaf La and Villagestated that he has issues regarding
the City enforcing the. pa"VIR t ards on the residents that live in the
County bg~ ause tt p eSid' ts,do no t the City to have control over them.
JarrtesUee, resident of Lakeland Village, asked the name of the person from the
County thawas suppose to atitid~nd tonight's meeting but did not show up. Lake,
Parks and` reation D actor Kilroy stated Bob Lyna. Mr. Lee asked if it's the
City's plan t
'n access via the property or via the water. Lake, Parks, and
Recreation Kilt tated that the Dock Standards don't apply to dry land in the
County, so inspectors would be by the surface waters only. Mr. Lee noted that
the City could get'into liability issues if they are allowed to go onto resident's
properties. City Attorney Leibold stated that the City doesn't have jurisdiction
over the property owners' structures. Mr. Lee wanted to confirm with the City
that pulling the dock out of the water would not affect any of the residents living in
Lakeland Village. Lake, Parks and Recreation Kilroy stated that he was correct.
Commissioner Morsch stated that urbanization is taking over, more density is
occurring and with that more restrictions will be coming. He stated that the City
is not just looking at aesthetics and that safety is their man concern. Also, he
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addressed a number of the issues that were brought up and noted that the City
developed Standards that everyone could comply with.
Commissioner Gonzales asked if the Code Amendment passes, what needs to
be done to the docks that are currently in the lake to bring them up to Code. City
Attorney Leibold stated that the existing docks can remain as nonconforming
structures for up to 12 years and after 12 years, must comply with the proposed
Boat Dock Standards.
Vice Chairperson O'Neal stated that the Boat Dock Standards are necessary so
that the City can keep the lake clean and safe, and in turn;; will make the City a
better place to live.
Motion was made by Commissioner Morsch seconded py„ Vice Chairperson
O'Neal to adopt Resolution No. 2012-21, at R'esoluti " V' f the Planning
Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, C I°forni`a, recomm" V approval of
the Amendment to the City of Lake Elsino, Municipal Code, Ti Zoning,
Chapter 17.08 -Definitions, Chapter 1 (L) Lakeshore Ove~ District,
Chapter 17.104 - Recreational District and %ter 128 - C P Commercial
park District (Zone Code Amendment No. 2012 ft:Motion passed 3-0.
Vice Chairperson O'Neal recom
Residential Boat Dock Standards,
their issues to the Council.
Public Works
He also statei
of tI
has
19`". Acting
Improvement
Planning Con
stated
anyone 'With-„issues regarding the
.),,pity Council' meeting and address
ape repair will begin on June 11th
Drive will be repaired on June 6th
irn ,,,,kDirector Morelion stated that the reorganization
m Wit", on the Agenda on July 3rd or July 17th and
to which day as of yet.
leasked if there are any items on the Agenda for June
OR
k Development Director Morelion stated that the Capital
Compliance with the General Plan will be on the June 19th
Agenda.
CITY ATTORNEY'S COMMENTS
None.
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS
Commissioner Morsch thanked staff for all of their hard work.
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Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes of June 5, 2012
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Vice Chairperson O'Neal thanked staff and Commissioner Morsch for their hard
work on the Boat Dock Standards. Also, he asked that the City redefine the
camping regulations. Acting Community Director Morelion stated that staff is
currently working on updating Camping Permits regarding camping time limits.
BUSINESS ITEMS
None.
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come 'fore, the Plai'nmg Commission,
Chairperson Jordan adjourned the meeti ~~at 9:50 p.m. The next regular
meeting of the Planning Commission of th FRY of Lake Elsinore wlllaae held on
Tuesday, June 19, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. `ate the „"''Oltural Center,%Iocated at
183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, California.
Attest:
Warren Morelioe
Acting Community
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