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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-05-2006 NAHMINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET - LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2006 CALL TO ORDER: Chairman O'Neal called the Regulaz Planning Commission Meeting to order at 6:06 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Commissioner Mendoza, led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COMMISSIONERS: O'NEAL, GONZALES, MENDOZA, FLORES, ZANELLI ABSENT: COMMISSIONERS: Also present were: Community Development Director Preisendanz, Planning Manager ', Weiner, City Engineer Seumalo, Deputy City Attorney Santana, Senior Planner Harris, _ ' Associate Planner Carlson, Planning Consultant Miller, Associate Planner Resendiz, and Office Specialist Dana Porche' PUBLIC COMMENTS INon-Aeenda items) NONE CONSENT CALENDAR Chair O'Neal requested to pull item No. 2. MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY FLORES AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO APPROVE THE BALANCE OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS NO. 1, 3, AND 4. 2. Minor Design Review for two (2) Single Family Residences located on two (2) separate lots at 294 (APN: 272-043-003) and 296 (APN: 373-043-0021 Moroni Street. Project Planner Resendiz presented the Minor Design Review of two (2) Single Family Residences with an attached 2-car garage for each unit. Project Planner Resendiz indicated that the building will be Craftsman in architectural style. He further stated that Staff has determined that the project meets the requirements of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code and PAGE 2 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -SEPTMBER 5, 2006 that Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt the Resolution approving the proposed residential design. The applicant, Arturo Perez 168 W. 43`d Street, Los Angeles, advised the commission that he is present. Chair O'Neal stated that he pulled this item because of reverse and repeat design, and questioned the applicant on what the building is supposed to look like. He also stated that the pictures submitted do not reflect what he has in his back up material. There are missing elevations, and the drawings are different. The applicant stated there have been changes, since first submitting the application, he also stated what is on the screen is what is correct. Chair O'Neal said that this will be accepted with the plans revised on June 15, 2006, sheets AS 1, A3, which are shown on the screen with the enhanced architectural features. MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY FLORES, PASSED BY A VOTE OF 4-1 BY THOSE PRESENT, TO APPROVE A MINOR DESIGN REVIEW FOR TWO (2) SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES LOCATED ON TWO SEPARATE LOTS LOCATED AT 294 (APN: 373-043-003) AND 296 (373-043-002) MORONI STREET Chair O'Neal requested a recess at 6:23:04 PM Chair O'Neal reconvened the meeting at 6:27:20 PM PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS 5. Annexation No. 78: General Plan Amendment No. 2006-O1; Pre-annexation Zone Change No. 2006-03; Mitieated Neeative Declaration No. 2006-03 a request to redesignate21.13acres from County Zonine of Very Low Density Residentiah 1 acre minimum lot size (VLDR) to "East Canyon Hills Specific Plan", and pre-zonine from County Residential Aericulture-1, one acre minimum lot size to "East Canyon Hills Specific Plan". Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 6:29:07 PM . Director of Community Development Preisendanz presented the items and turned it over to Project Planner Carole Donahoe for formal presentation. Associate Planner Donohoe related that the C & J Family Trust requests Annexation of 21.13 acres, which is vacant land adjacent to the city boundaries, at the city's far eastern edge. The property is currently in the County of Riverside's jurisdiction. PAGE 3 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES ~EPTMBER 5, 2006 Associate Planner Donahoe indicated that the applicant is requesting a zone change for this property as well as a General Plan Amendment to the East Canyon Lake Specific Plan, in order to utilize the Specific Plan Designation and ultimate zoning standards. The project lies between Holland Road to the North and Corson Road to the South, just Westerly of Anna Lane. The existing County zoning is Residential-Agriculture, one (1) acre minimum lot size. Staff found that the subject site is not part of the Wildomar incorporation effort, but it is part of the proposed City of Menifee Valley Incorporation. In conclusion Project Planner Donahoe stated she has received some phone calls regarding disturbing information being disseminated into the Menifee Valley area. A flyer has been posted on fences and mailboxes, bearing my name (Carole Donahoe) and the flyer indicated that it came from the City or Planner Donahoe. The only flyer that went out was a notice of the meeting occurring tonight. Planner Donohoe requested Attorney Santana to provide some information on eminent domain. City Attorney Santana stated that the process of eminent domain is completely driven by the City Council and the City Council has to adopt a resolution of necessity indicating that a portion of land will be subject to the eminent domain provisions. At this point the City Council has not made any indication to Staff that eminent domain is going to be utilized. Sheila Thornberg, a property owner 25710 Holland Road, Menifee stated she is opposed to any annexation or zone change. She stated she would like to keep the rural lifestyle. Joan Leonhardi, 31040 Byers Street, Menifee, stated that she resides 2.5 acres from the site of the proposed annexation. She stated she lives in the oldest part of Menifee Valley, without street lights, on dirt roads and they enjoy the rural lifestyle. Julie Cheney 31300 Hawthorne Street, Menifee, stated she was in opposition of the Lake Elsinore annexation and re-zoning, this will have a negative effect on the quality of life for the rural residents and for the future tract home owners. Tom Fuhrman, 25690 Holland Road Menifee. He stated projects to need to be planned years in advance and looked at on a long term basis. He also stated current residents need to be considered, as well as the effect on their way of living. Beverly Sherratt 31139 Anna Lane, Menifee, stated of all the species of animals and Native American artifacts that will be lost if tract homes are put there. She also stated the run off from these developments have been pumped into our neighborhood and caused our septic system to back up. Jon & Karen Christensen 20770 Stoneybrook Circle Riverside stated there are no plans to develop the property at this time. They also stated that the property was believed to have been part of the original Elsinore annexation in the late 1980's early 1990's. PAGE 4 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -SEPTMBER 5, 2006 Upon the death of their Grandfather, they found out this was not the case and they still want it to be part of Lake Elsinore. Rosemary Cincinelli 215 Byers Street Menifee, stated she moved here for the rural lifestyle and does not want to give it up. Comments• Commissioner Flores stated he has reviewed the packet concerning this project and understands the residents need to keep the area rural. He also stated the annexation will provide logical expansion of the city, along with public agencies working together to provide the necessities for the health, safety and welfare of its community. In conclusion Commissioner Flores stated he moves to proceed to the next level. Vice Chair Gonzales stated he agrees to the annexation, but when it comes to development we must watch what is being done with the property and try to keep it at 1 acre lots. Commissioner Mendoza concurs with the fellow Commissioners, and is in support of the annexation but feels the property owner should be able to do what he wants with his property. Developers also need to be aware of drainage problems and be responsible in 2-3 years for fixing the problems. City Attorney Santana commented in regards to clarifying the Scope of Review, under the California Environmental Quality Act. She stated, based upon an initial study that the city conducted, it was found that the project could potentially have significant environmental effects and the city is not denying this, but we have created a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting program, as well as conditions of approval, which Mitigate all of the potential impacts to a level of insignificance. The city has not yet submitted an application to LAFCO because as a precursor to the submission of the application, the city must adopt resolutions, pre-zoning this territory to be consistent with the city's general plan, and must also adopt resolutions to annex this property into the city's boundaries. In conclusion, Attorney Santana stated it would be premature for the city to have filed the application, absent the adoption of those resolutions. The annexation of this property will not affect the keeping of horses or farm animals on adjacent properties. Commissioner Zanelli commented on not being able to stop development, but we can try and control it. He also stated the Christensen's have a right to have control over their property. In conclusion he stated he is in support of the annexation. Chair O'Neal commented he is in support of the annexation and the rights of the Christensen's to do what they want with their land. He stated he would not be favorable to someone that says they have no plans for development and a year from now comes in with plans. PAGE 5 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES ~EPTMBER 5, 2006 MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY GONZALES AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-82, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2006-03, THE MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM PERTAINING THERETO FOR ANNEXATION N0.78 AND ITS RELATED CASES ON APPROXIMATELY 21.13 PLUS OR MINUS ACRES, LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 3.5 MILES WEST OF INTERSTATE 215, SOUTH OF HOLLAND ROAD, NORTH OF CORSON AVENUE AND CONTIGUOUS TO THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE AND KNOWN AS ASSESOR PARCEL NO. 358-130-020. MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY MENDOZA AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-83, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF FINDINGS OF CONSISTENCY WITH THE MULTI-SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN FOR THE PROJECT KNOWN AS "THE CHRISTENSEN ANNEXATION NO. 78", GENERAL PLAN AMMENDMENT 2006-O1 AND PRE-ANNEXATION ZONE CHANGE NO. 2006-03 FOR 21.13 ACRES OF VACANT PROPERTY LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 3.5 MILES WEST OF INTERSTATE 215, ,SOUTH OF HOLLAND ROAD, NORTH OF CORSON AVENUE AND CONTIGUOUS TO THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE AND KNOWN AS ASSESOR PARCEL NO. 358-130-020. MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-84, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF GENERAL PLAN AMMENDMENT 2006-01 AMMENDING THE PAGE 6 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -SEPTMBER 5, 2006 GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION ON 21.13 ACRES OF VACANT PROPERTY LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 3.5 MILES WEST OF INTERSTATE 215, SOUTH OF HOLLAND ROAD, NORTH OF CORSON AVENUE AND CONTIGUOUS TO THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE AND KNOWN AS ASSESOR PARCEL NO. 358-130-020. MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-85, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF PRE-ANNEXATION ZONE CHANGE NO. 2006-03, CHANGING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE SUBJECT TO THE COMPLETION OF ANNEXATION NO. 78, BRINGING 21.13 ACRES OF VACANT PROPERTY IN TO THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 3.5 MILES WEST OF INTERSTATE 215, SOUTH OF HOLLAND ROAD, NORTH OF CORSON AVENUE AND CONTIGUOUS TO THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE AND KNOWN AS ASSESOR PARCEL NO. 358-130-020. MOVED BY FLORES, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-86, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE COMMENCEMENT OF PROCEEDINGS TO ANNEX THE TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS ANNEXATION NO. 78 IN TO THE CORPORATE BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 3.5 MILES WEST OF INTERSTATE 215, SOUTH OF HOLLAND ROAD, NORTH OF CORSON AVENUE AND CONTIGUOUS TO THE EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE AND KNOWN AS ASSESOR PARCEL NO. 358-130-020 PAGE 7 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -SEPTMBER 5, 2006 Chairman O'Neal called for a short break at 7:24:03 PM Chairman O'Neal brought the meeting back to order at 7:30:04 PM 6. Annexation No. 76; General Plan Amendment No. 2006-OS• Pre-annexation Zone Chance No. 2006-05; Zone Chance No. 2006-07; Ramsgate Specific Plan No. 89-1 Fifth revision; Tentative Tract Map No. 33725; Mitigated Negative Declaration No 2006-04 Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 7:30:51 PM Director of Community Development Preisendanz presented the project and turned it over to the Project Planner Carole Donahoe for a formal presentation. Associate Planner Donahoe stated that the Shopoff Group is requesting an annexation to bring 62.42 acres into the city boundaries that aze currently in the County of Riverside jurisdiction, but within the city's sphere of influence. She also stated that the General Plan Amendment will cover all the properties that we are discussing this evening. The zone changes differ in that the pre-annexation zone change only covers the property that is currently not in the city and the second zone change 2006-07 only covers the 4.99 acres that is currently in the city. Associate Planner Donohoe went on to state that Tentative Tract Map No. 33725, covers all that is in yellow, it does not cover the four outlying parcels that were added to the annexation request because, LAFCO wanted to square off corners and not have an island tucked in between the city boundaries and the county. The amendment to the Ramsgate Specific Plan (the Sa' revision) incorporates the properties in Tentative Tract No. 33725 and therefore provides the zoning standazds for which that will be developed. Associate Planner Donohoe stated she wanted to speak on the issue of the parks, which was questioned by one of the commissioners that perhaps the map was not in compliance with the second memorandum of understanding that was agreed upon by the city and the developer. She indicated that map #33725 will include a neighborhood pazk and 2 small pocket parks with an aggregate of plus or minus 3 acres, to be maintained by an HOA or other acceptable management entity. She stated that these parks will have active uses in that there is a volleyball court, hiking trail from one park to another, wildlife lookout with interpreted signage, and the other pazk is more passive with just open space to rest or play. These are part of the retention basin, so there is a limit on how to develop them. Staff believes this has been adequately designed and recommends approval of all the items mentioned and approval of the Mitigated Negative Declaration. Christine Zortman with the Shopoff Group has requested to speak on the Ramsgate Specific Plan Amendment No.S. She thanked Associate Planner Donahoe for all that she has done working with their group. She stated the primary goal for acquiring the land was to provide the access to Tentative Tract Map No. 25475, which is the southerly map, just below the map that's being approved tonight. She stated that with the dedication of open space, they lost a PAGE 8 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -SEPTMBER 5, 2006 lot of the circulation elements that provided access to that southern most map. She also stated that in acquiring these parcels and pulling them into the Ramsgate Specific Plan, we are giving the other tract access, also participating in the other aspects of Ramsgate as well. Ms. Zortman went on to state that the city did indicate that the minunum they would accept in fee title would be 5 acres of contiguous land at which time, they were unable to do but they did agree to 3 acres ofnon-contiguous area. Vice Chairman Gonzales asked if a road could be added in the future so residents would have easier access to their properties. He also questioned if these were going to be 2 story houses, he would prefer single story homes. Ms. Zortman stated at this time there is no architecture being considered. Commissioner Mendoza commented on the school site and whether or not it is a loss. Ms. Zortman stated that there was a deletion of 1300 dwelling units, so there is not a need for a new school at this time. Commissioner Flores questioned the difference between a pocket park and a neighborhood park Ms. Zortman stated that pocket parks are more passive just open space and park benches. Neighborhood parks will provide amenities to the immediate area. She also stated they are privately owned and maintained, versus a regional or community type park which would be owned by the city. Chairman O'Neal referred to the Fiscal Impact Report. Chairman O'Neal pointed out inconsistencies within the report. Director of Community Development Preisendanz stated he would look into finding out why numbers were wrong. Commissioner Zanelli had no comments. Chairman O'Neal closed the public hearing at 8:00:28 PM MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-87, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO. 2006-04, AND THE MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM PERTAINING THERETO FOR ANNEXATION N0.76 AND ITS RELATED CASES ON APPROXIMATELY 63.59 PLUS OR MINUS ACRES, LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 1 MILE EAST OF INTERSTATE 15, SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 74, WEST OF GREENWALD AVENUE, KNOWN AS ASSESSOR PAGE 9 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -SEPTMBER 5, 2006 PARCEL NO. 349-240-006, 349-240-043 THROUGH 047, 349-240-050, AND 051, 349-240-054 THROUGH 058, 349- 380-024 AND 025. MOVED BY FLORES, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OF CONSISTENCY OF THE MULTI-SPECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN FOR THE PROJECTS KNOWN AS ANNEXATION NO. 76 ET AL. RAMSGATE SPECIFIC PLAN NO. 89-1 FIFTH REVISION INTENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 33725 LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 1 MILE EAST OF INTERSTATE 15, SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 74 AND WEST OF GREENWALD AVENUE. MOVED BY FLORES, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-89, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF GENERAL PLAN AMMENDMENT NO. 2006-OS AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION ON 68.59 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF LITTLE VALLEY RD, NORTH AND SOUTH OF SCENIC CREST DRIVE, WEST OF GREENWALD AVENUE AND EAST OF GRASSY MEADOW DRIVE, CONTIGUOUS TO THE NORTH EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE AND KNOWN AS ASSESORS PARCEL NO. 349-240-006, 349-240-043 THROUGH 047, 349-240-050 AND 051, 349-240-054 THROUGH 058, 349-380-024 AND 025. MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY MENDOZA AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-90, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF PRE-ANNEXATION ZONE PAGE 10 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES ~EPTMBER 5, 2006 CHANGE NO. 2006-05, CHANGING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE SUBJECT TO THE COMPLETION OF ANNEXATION N0.76 BRINGING 62.42 ACRES OF LAND UNDER THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE BOUNDARIES LOCATED SOUTH OF LITTLE VALLEY RD, NORTH AND SOUTH OF SCENIC CREST DRIVE, WEST OF GREENWALD AVENUE AND EAST OF GRASSY MEADOW DRIVE, CONTIGUOUS TO THE NORTH EASTERLY BOUNDARY OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE AND KNOWN AS ASSESOR PARCEL NO. 349-240-043 THROUGH 047, 349-240-050 AND 051, 349- 240-054 THROUGH 058, 349-380-024 AND 025. MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY MENDOZA AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-91, A RESOLUTION OF TAE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF PRE-ANNEXATION ZONE CHANGE NO. 2006-07, CHANGING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE LOCATED SOUTH OF SCENIC CREST DRIVE, WEST OF GREENWALD AVENUE AND EAST OF GRASSY MEADOW DRIVE, AND KNOWN AS ASSESORS PARCEL N0.349-240-006. MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY MENDOZA AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-92, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF, RAMSGATE SPECIFIC PLAN N0.89-1 FIFTH REVISION. LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 1 MILE EAST OF INTERSTATE 15, SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 74 AND WEST OF GREENWALD AVENUE. MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND .PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-93, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE PAGE 11 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -SEPTMBER 5, 2006 ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY LAKE ELSINORE APPROVAL OF THE COMMENCEMENT OF PROCEEDINGS TO ANNEX THE TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS ANNEXATION NO. 76 INTO THE CORPORATE BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE LOCATED SOUTH OF LITTLE VALLEY RD, NORTH AND SOUTH OF SCENIC CREST DRIVE, WEST OF GREENWALD AVENUE AND EAST OF GRASSY MEADOW DRIVE, KNOWN AS ASSESORS PARCEL NO. 349-240-043 THROUGH 047, 349-240-050 AND 051, 349-240-054 THROUGH 058, 349-380-024 AND 025. MOVED BY GONZALES,SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-94, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY COUNCIL, OF THE CITY LAKE ELSINORE, APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 33725 A SUB DIVISION OF 221 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS AND FIVE WATER QUALITY BASINS AND 25 OPEN SPACE LOTS ON APPROXIMATELY 52.7 PLUS OR MINUS ACRES LOCATED SOUTH OF LITTLE VALLEY RD, WEST OF GREENWALD AVENUE AND EAST OF GRASSY MEADOW DRIVE,AND NORTH AND SOUTH OF SCENIC CREST DRIVE KNOWN AS ASSESOR PARCEL NO. 349-240-006, 349-240-043 THROUGH 047, 349-240-054 THROUGH 056. STAFF COMMENTS Engineer Seumalo stated the Grand/Ortega signal and intersection widening is still waiting for a CALTRANS encroachment permit which will, hopefully be obtained by mid- September. He stated the sidewalk project will begin construction next month, and CALTRANS has scheduled an analysis of the ultimate improvements at the I-15 and Central Avenue for late October. He also indicated the signal at Temescal Canyon Road and Lake Street is currently in plan check, so approval should come later this month so construction can begin. The historic street lights on Lake Street are being evaluated for strength and replacement parts are being cast. There was a glitch in that we could not find an intact competent whole street light to send to the concrete company to have cast, but one was PAGE 12 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -SEPTMBER 5, 2006 found. Engineer Seumalo stated the signal light process at Gunnerson & Riverside Drive has begun, this will be a lengthy process. In conclusion he thanked City Attorney Santana for her advice, guidance in legal issues, and, Happy Birthday. Associate Planner Miller stated that annexations are coming back at the next Planning Commission meeting and the Clubhouse for the Golf Course will probably be brought to the first meeting in October. Director of Community Development Preisendanz stated Building & Safety along with Code Enforcement has performed a net project where they were able to collect quite a bit of trash and debris from a specific area in town. Commissioner Flores stated he wanted to thank the staff for their quick response to a phone call this afternoon. He also recommended staff taking a look at park issues. Commissioner Mendoza stated to please thank Wendy for the positive feedback. Commissioner Gonzales questioned a sign on Auto Center Drive which says "School Zone" and that it should have been moved a long time ago. Engineer Seumalo stated he will look into it, as well as striping at McDonalds. Commissioner Gonzales also stated the city can not sustain fancy landscaping, when the city is trying to save on water. Commissioner Zanelli questioned Engineer Seumalo, regarding Collier North bound at Riverside. There are 2 lanes that go North bound, and the street was recently re-striped so that the right hand lane could either go straight, turn left or turn right; the sign on the traffic light above is not the same. Engineer Seumalo has discussed the issue with CALTRANS and they are going to look into it. ADJOURNMENT THERE BEING NO FURTHER BUSINESS, CHAIRMAN O'NEAL ADJOURNED THE MEETING AT sarso rM. -.,`:_ Mi aelO'Ne hairman Respectfully Submitted, Kris Herrington Office Specialist III PAGE 13 -PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES ~EPTMBER 5, 2006 ATTEST: Rolfe Preisendanz, Director of Community Development