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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-19-2012 NAHCITY OF LAKE ELSINORE PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF JUNE 19, 2012 CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Jordan called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Blake led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson Jordan Vice Chairperson O'Neal Commissioner Blake Commissioner Gonzales Commissioner Morsch Absent: None Also present: Acting Community Development Director Morelion, Public Works Director Seumalo, Planning Consultant MacHott, and Office Specialist Herrington. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON AGENDIZED ITEMS - 3 MINUTES None. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S) None. PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S) None. BUSINESS ITEM(S) 1. General Plan Conformity Determination for proposed Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2012-2017 Recommendation It is recommended that the Planning Commission: City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of June 19, 2012 Page 2 of 4 a. Adopt a resolution finding that the Capital Improvement Program conforms to the Lake Elsinore General Plan. b. Direct staff to forward a copy of this report and the Planning Commission resolution to the City Council as required by Section 65401 of the Government Code. Public Works Director Seumalo presented the staff report. He also let Commissioner Gonzales know that the slope repair on Hunt Street was suppose to start 2 weeks ago but the contractor contacted the City and said they are finishing another job and are to begin the slope repair on Monday, June 25, 2012. Commissioner Gonzales asked if Public Works Director Seumalo has seen the Veterans Memorial at Elsinore High School and noted that it is fantastic. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that he has not. Commissioner Blake stated that it is quite impressive. Public Works Director Seumalo wanted the Commission to recognize Finance Director Riley for the work that he did on the Capital Improvement Program. Commissioner Morsch asked if there is a fundamental difference between the project costs and the Capital Improvement Program as opposed to the budget with the City. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that the amounts that were shown on the Council Agenda are more consistent with what will be presented financially to the Council. Commissioner Morsch stated that staff did a good job accounting for all costs and commended staff for placing emphasis on the beautification of the City and upgrading the City's appearance. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that he appreciates the comments and wanted to pass them along to Finance Director Riley and Interim City Manager Evans and noted that the Interim City Manager's approach is public safety, and extreme customer service. He also stated that Finance Director Riley met the City's budget goal. Commissioner Morsch suggested that engineering staff use 22 inch monitors instead of 17 inch monitors for better productivity. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that the 17 inch monitor is appropriate for staff to complete their job duties. Commissioner Morsch stated that he would speak to the Council regarding purchasing 22 inch monitors. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that he appreciates the support. Vice Chairperson O'Neal asked if anything had been done regarding the intersection of Riverside Drive and Gunnerson Avenue because it is a dangerous intersection. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that the City is lacking funding but they are continuing to look at ways to fund safety improvements. He stated that the City of Lake Elsinore is going to request funding of 2 million dollars for the Gunnerson Avenue intersection signalization to promote safety at the location. Vice Chairperson O'Neal stated that he is frustrated that people City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of June 19, 2012 Page 3 of 4 have died and have been hurt at this location and nothing is being done about it due to funding issues. He asked Public Works Director Seumalo if the City is setting aside funding for the intersection. Public Works Director Seumalo stated that the City is not allocating annually for the signalization of this intersection. Commissioner Blake stated that he appreciates staffs thorough work on the Capital Improvement Program report and requested more detail for future meetings. Motion by Commissioner Gonzales and seconded by Commissioner Morsch to approve Resolution No. 2012-22, a Resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore, California, finding that the Capital Improvement Program conforms to the Lake Elsinore General Plan; Motion passed 5-0. STAFF COMMENTS Public Works Director Seumalo stated that the Boat Launch Project is moving forward and construction work is about finished. The Grand Opening for the Boat Launch will be on June 30, 2012, and hopefully the Planning Commissioners have received their invitations. He also congratulated Vice Chairperson O'Neal and Commissioner Blake on their reappointment to the Commission and thanked Commissioner Gonzales for serving as Commissioner. Office Specialist Herrington thanked Commissioner Gonzales for his work on the Commission. Acting Community Development Director Morelion thanked Commissioner Gonzales for serving as Commissioner and is looking forward to seeing him in the future. He also stated that the Boat Dock Standards have been indefinitely put on hold and will not be going to the City Council on June 26, 2012. PLANNING COMMISSION COMMENTS Commissioner Blake thanked Commissioner Gonzales for his service on the Commission, and noted that his commitment to the community has been a model to each Commissioner. Also, he stated that July 4th will be coming up and thanked Commissioner Gonzales for serving the Nation and acknowledged all of the men and women that are serving and are in harms way. Commissioner Gonzales stated that he has enjoyed serving as Commissioner for the City and thanked staff for their help, working with all of the different Planning Commissioners and City Council members throughout the years. Commissioner Morsch thanked Commissioner Gonzales for his service on the Commission and stated that he has been a great resource and treasure to the community. City of Lake Elsinore Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes of June 19, 2012 Page 4 of 4 Vice Chairperson O'Neal thanked Commissioner Gonzales for his service as Commissioner and as Chairman on the Planning Commission, and for the contribution and knowledge that he has brought to the Commission. Chairperson Jordan thanked Commissioner Gonzales for the many years that he has served on the Commission. She also congratulated Commissioner Blake and Vice Chairperson O'Neal for their appointments. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Planning Commission, Chairperson Jordan adjourned the meeting at 6:30 p.m. The next regular meeting of the Planning Commission of the City of Lake Elsinore will be held on Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. at the Cultural Center located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, California. Shelly Jorda Chairpers Attest: Warren Morelion Acting Community Development Director