HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-03-2006 NAHMINUTES
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE
183 NORTH MAIN STREET
LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2006
CALL TO ORDER:
6:05:24 PM Chairman O'Neal called the Regular Planning Commission Meeting to order.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Tom Weiner led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COMMISSIONERS: O'NEAL, GONZALES, ZANELLI,
FLORES, MENDOZA
Also present were: Planning Manager Weiner, City Engineer Seumalo, Deputy City
Attorney Santana, Senior Planner Harris, Associate Planner Carlson, Associate Planner Coury,
Project Planner Miller and Office Assistant Arsi Baron.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (Non-A~endized itemsl
Ms. Donna Franson President of the Lake Elsinore Citizens Committee, reminded the
commission that on Thursday, October 12, 2006 at 7:00 pm in the Lakeside High School
auditorium, there will be a candidate's forum. Invitations were mailed to all interested in running
for the two empty council seats this fall.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Minutes.
Regular Planning Commission Minutes of August 1, 2006.
MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY FLORES AND
PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0 BY THOSE PRESENT, TO
APPROVE THE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OF
AUGUST 1, 2006.
BUSINESS ITEMS
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2. Public Convenience and Necessity (PCNI Notification of State Department of Alcoholic
Beverage Control for the Target Store Location at 18287 Collier Avenue (Oak Grove
Shoppin¢ Center).
Chairman O'Neal requested the reading of the staff report.
Planning Manager Weiner stated that Target would only be selling wine; however approval
of this will allow them to sell beer in the future.
Tazget representative, Beth Abalafia, 260 California Street, San Francisco, is present.
Commissioner Flores questioned her regazding ABC training of employees. Ms. Abalafia
stated that all cashiers obtain ABC training prior to the start of employment. Employees were
trained on how to check identification, how to handle customers, and watching for fraudulent
identification. Commissioner Mendoza questioned whether Menifee or Murrieta have a type
201icense.
Ms. Abalafia stated that she did not know.
MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY FLORES AND,
PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0. BASED UPON STAFFS
PRESENTATION, THE PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND
NECESSITY (PCN) WILL BE SERVED BY THE BEER AND
WINE SALES AT THE TARGET STORES, AND TO
APPROVE THE PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND
NECESSITY LETTER ADDRESSED TO ABC, IN
SUBSTANTIALLY THE FORM ATTACHED TO THE
STAFF REPORT AND TO DIRECT STAFF TO FORWARD
THE PCN LETTER TO ABC AFTER THE DOCUMENT IS
EXECUTED BY THE CHAIRMAN.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
3. Reclamation Plan No. 2006-O1. Pacific A~ere¢ates, Incorporated (Pacific Aggregates)
a wholly owned subsidiary of Pacific Clay Products Incorporated (Pacific Clavl, has
submitted an application for approval of a Reclamation Plan fora 211.40-acre mining
site.
6:14:56 PM Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing and requested the reading of the
staff report.
Planning Manager Weiner introduced Project Planner Coury to the Commission.
Project Planner Coury stated that Pacific Aggregates, Inc. is requesting review and approval
of a Reclamation plan known as, Nichols Canyon Mine. The Reclamation plan outlines how
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mine lands will be reclaimed, rehabilitated and re-vegetated. The plan has been reviewed
pursuant to State law, Lake Elsinore Municipal Code Chapter 14.04 and the Alberthill Ranch
Specific Plan Amendment No. 3. The site is located in the northern part of Lake Elsinore,
adjacent to Interstate 15 Freeway. The goal of the reclamation plan is to restore the mine
lands to a useable condition, compatible with the underlying zone and general plan. The
mining~activities will be broken down into multiple phases and when each phase is complete,
Pacific Aggregates will begin reclamation activities for that portion of the project. The life
of the project is expected to be 3-5 years for mining activities and reclamation with the
implementation of Mitigated Negative Declaration, the Mitigation monitoring, reporting
program and conditions of approval, all potentially significant environmental impacts have
been Mitigated to a level of insignificance.
Planner Coury went on to say that any appeal process associated with this project is given 10
days to file. Staff met with the applicant throughout the process to discuss changes to the
conditions, a memorandum has been submitted, including hours of operation which will be
7:00 am to 12:00 am.
Gerald R. Chapman 28437 El Toro Road is concerned regarding dust as well as noise and
blasting.
Tim Fleming, a General Plan Advisory Committee member, is concerned why the Committee
was not made aware of this project. Mr. Fleming stated the Committee would like to see an
access road for the trucks removing debris.
Robert Lesser, 27785 El Toro Road, is concerned regarding the time frame of working until
midnight; will there be light pollution and what will the residents complaint format be once
the mining operation begins. How many trucks will be used? Will residence access to the
school and canyon through Nichols Road be compromised? He stated the residents would like
more information on the scope of the project.
Randy Hopola, 27560 Lindell Road, concerned about getting to the school through Nichols
Road that is the only way in and out. He stated being against this project because of the noise
echoing off the canyon.
Randall Seegert, 27590 Lindell Road, indicated his concern with the hours of operation. He
questioned the number of trucks that will be used. What kind of aggregate mining will be
done? What kind of dust control will there be and is it dangerous?
Liddie Walker, 18078 Carmela Court, was also concemed with the hours of operation and
concerned about traffic on Nichols Road.
Janet Tim, 28045 Lindell Road, stated her concern about the location of the project and air
quality. She asked if this project will compromise the health of the children at the school
and the residents with the air pollution this project will cause.
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Associate Planner Koury addressed a few of the resident's concerns regarding the plan. He
stated the mining activity of the site is a vested right by the property owner; the city only has
authority over the reclamation of the site, in terms of the finished grade and the re-
vegetation to a natural state. The site is being mined for the resources, shell, and clay and
there is no intention to mine for asphalt or concrete. Once the project is complete the site
will be rough graded to a state complying with the underlying zoning. The site can then
become a commercial operation or business. Notices were sent to residents within 300 feet
of the site, so if you are outside of that area you did not receive notice, but there is a notice
posted on project site. There is a Mitigated Negative Declaration associated with-the project
that identified and looked at several environmental concerns and issues. Air quality or dust
was identified and the document was distributed to the South Coast Air Quality
Management District. Comments were sent back regarding the Reclamation plan and those
comments were incorporated to the Mitigated Negative Declaration. Traffic circulation
associated with the project was identified and a document was sent to Cal-Trans. There will
be 400 truck trips associated with the project, future commercial activity that may occur
from the site could generate up to 1600 trips per day, in and out of a future commercial site.
A condition for modification proposed by the applicant is the existing hours of operation,
limiting the mining reclamation activity from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. The applicant is
identifying truck trips hours of operation. No hauling of aggregate material from the site to
Pacific Clay on Nichols Road shall occur between the hours of 7:00 am - 9:00 am and 2:30
pm to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. No truck traffic shall occur on Sundays or legal
holidays. Extractive activity will be restricted between the elevations associated with the
site 1650 down the hill to 1310 and shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 am -7:00 pm,
Monday through Saturday. Processing activity (crushing, conveying, washing, separating
and loadings of aggregates) shall be limited to the hours of 7:00 am to 12:00 am Monday
through Friday. Processing activity will also be permitted on Saturday between 7:00 am -
7:00 pm; No processing or extractive activity shall occur on Sundays or legal holidays.
Associate Planner Koury further indicated that a sign will be posted at the entrance of the
site that would identify the approved days and hours of operation, and a phone number for
complaints.
Pacific Aggregates, Incorporated representative Tom Tomlinson was present. He stated that
hillside grading will be limited to daylight hours and the actual operation at lower elevations
will be lit with lights that only shine within the site. On October 19, 2006, Mr. Tomlinson
indicated that he will make a presentation to the School Board regarding the project and
work with the School District to take into consideration the hours of operation and school
functions.
7:00:29 PM Chairman O'Neal closed, Public Hearing and requested Commissioner's
comments.
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Commissioner Mendoza questioned whether the site will be secured in order to prevent off-
road riders from entering the site.. He also stated that he would also like to see signs one in
English and one in Spanish regarding the open pit and slope. Commissioner Mendoza also
questioned inspectors being available for local residents claiming the blasts are cracking
their foundation.
Mr. Tomlinson responded that seismographs are put near and around the operation (blasts).
He also stated there will be very little if any detectable ground motion. Commissioner
Mendoza also indicated he would like the hours of operation to only be Monday through
Friday and not on the weekend.
Mr. Tomlinson stated he was concerned not working on Saturdays would push the project
out quite a bit.
Commissioner Flores stated the Reclamation plan was found to be in conformance with the
County of Riverside as RP 112, prior to incorporating into a city. The applicant has requested
separate approval of the plan from the City of Lake Elsinore and the Planning Commission.
The Department of Conservation, Mine Reclamation has reviewed the Reclamation Plan and
has fully addressed concerns.
Commissioner Zanelli read conditions 26 and 27 relating to traffic control along the area of
the project.
Chairman O'Neal suggested putting in a warning sign or maybe a stop. sign on the curves of
the Nichols Road overpass. Chairman O'Neal also recommended that staff work with the
applicant to process an application with CALTRANS for traffic control within State right of
way.
Mr. Tomlinson stated activity will probably be started in less than 60 days.
MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND
PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION
NO. 2006-101, OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION NO.2006-6.
MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY GONZALES AND
PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT RESOLUTION,
NO. 2006-102, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING
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COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING FINDINGS THAT THE
PROJECT IDENTIFIED AS RECLAMATION PLAN NO.
2006-1 IS EXEMPT FROM THE MULTI-SPECIES
HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN.
MOVED BY GONZALES, SECONDED BY MENDOZA,
AND PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0, TO ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2006-103, A RESOLUTION OF THE
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING RECLAMATION
PLAN N0.2006-1.
4. Commercial Design Review No. 2006-02 and Tentative Condominium
Tract No. 34864 "Office Building Complex"
7:30:27 PM Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Manager Weiner stated that this project is a request for a Commercial Design Review
and Tentative Condominium Tract Map for a new office building complex on Canyon Estates
Drive.
Planning Manager Weiner introduced Senior Planner Matt Harris, who presented the Staff
report.
Senior Planner Hams presented the staff report and stated that the project is a 2 story 14,500
square foot, Professional Office Condominium Building. It is being proposed along with a
Tentative Tract Map for condominium purposes. The vacant site is located on the south side of
Canyon Estates Drive, west of Summerhill Drive. It is in the Canyon Creek Summerhill
Specific Plan and zoned neighborhood commercial. There are three rows of parking proposed
in front of the building, two main access points on the east and west sides of the parking lot and
there are also two secondary access points where the existing driveways of Washington Mutual
Bank exist. 17% of the site has been landscaped with an assortment of trees. There will be 14
different office suites within the building to be sold separately and also CC&R'S will be
required. Parking spaces further away from the building will be designated for employees.
Staff believes that all parking provisions have been met. Staff is requesting the number of
spaces on site be considered appropriate. The CC&R'S will incorporate language indicating
that employees are not allowed to park directly in front of the building. The project has been
found exempt from Environmental provisions, given that it was already evaluated previously
within the Specific Plan.
.Lon Bike, with the architectural firm working on the project, Brett Keshtkaz, a representative
from the owner partnership, Brett Keshtkar and civil engineer John Rogers were all present to
address any concerns that the Planning Commission may have.
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John Rodgers CLE Engineering of Murrieta, he stated he has not had an adequate amount of
time to review the conditions, they were just received within the last few days. He apologized
to Staff for not getting back to them with questions. He went on to state regarding the reciprocal
parking with Washington Mutual Bank, the "and pazking" was mentioned in the fourth line, but
it should also address "and pazking" in the fifth line, allowing the motoring public to travel on
either property in order to access the other property. He stated there aze an additional couple of
words .they would like to be removed from Condition No. 17. He also stated that some
conditions were put in prior to issuance of grading and building permit, they have to do with
traffic on Canyon Estates Drive, specifically Conditions No. 65, 66, and 68 they have to do with
the revising signing and striping on Canyon Estates Drive for about one thousand feet from
Summerhill to Ridgecrest Drive, re-constructing the driveway to the project across from
Boulder Vista Drive with righf in, right out. He also stated the applicant would not object to
sharing one ninth of the cost, but this project does not contribute to the majority of the traffic to
the loop road in the Specific Plan. Mr. Rodgers would like to ask that these conditions be
stricken from the approval. He stated he would accept an alternative Condition that would
require the applicant to not oppose, and actively work with the city to support the cooperation of
the other eight property owners. He stated he felt it was not appropriate to put these conditions
on this one project. Finally he stated that under "Administrative Services" this project is being
tasked with annexing to and contributing to a Mello-Roos Community Facilities District and to
- a Lighting and Landscaping Maintenance District. The other eight property owners are not
being tasked with these conditions. He questioned why they are the only applicants being asked
to contribute to this condition
City Engineer Seumalo stated that Condition No. 65 is a requiring revision of the signing and
striping. He also stated that he does not agree with removing the conditions of approval. He
went on to state that he does agree with the applicant regarding the fair shaze cost, and he would
be willing to investigate reimbursement agreement or a type of cost sharing.
Chairman O'Neal suggested continuing this item to the next meeting.
MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY FLORES, FOR A
CONTINUANCE OF THIS MATTER TO THE NEXT
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING ON OCTOBER 17,
2006
_ Tim Fleming, resident of Lake Elsinore and on the General Plan Advisory Committee stated that
this project was not presented to the committee. The Committee is concerned with traffic on
Canyon Estates Drive.
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7:52:14 PM Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing.
5. Commercial Design Review No. 2006-104 for constructions of a
Clubhouse for the future Golf Course known as "The Links at
Summerly".
7:52:56 PM Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing and requested the reading
of the staff report.
Planning Consultant Miller presented the Staff report and stated that a request for approval of a
Clubhouse that will be associated to the future Golf Course Complex, known as the "Links at
Summerly." The project is located within the East Lakes Specific Plan, Amendment No. 6 also
known as the Laing Home Project. The clubhouse will be 5,186 squaze feet and located on a 3.5
acre parcel. The building covers approximately 3% of the pazcel area. The building will include
a pro-shop, kitchen, restaurant, offices and restrooms. The outdoor area will include an outdoor
public area with a terrace restaurant, bazbeque and fire pit area, and seating wall. The building
proposed is a Craftsman Style building. Staff feels the Craftsman Style Clubhouse will blend
well with the proposed future residential products to be built within the development.
Michael Filler, John Laing Homes, 331881 Corydon Avenue, Lake Elsinore, was present and
thanked Staff for their work on this project.
Chairman O'Neal stated the hard work put forth by Mr. Filler and Staff is obvious.
7:59:32 PM Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing
Commissioner Gonzales questioned when the Golf Course and Clubhouse would be completed.
Mr. Filler stated he is anticipating construction to start in October 2006, with completion in
July 2007 for the clubhouse and October 2007 for the Golf Course.
Commissioner Mendoza commented that this Golf Course will be a tremendous
asset to the City of Lake Elsinore.
Commissioner Flores stated that he would like to see a correction inputting the boiler room next
to the electrical as this could be an unsafe location.
Commissioner Zanelli stated he would like to see a larger azea to maybe hold weddings or
receptions.
MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY GONZALES AND
PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0 TO APPROVE RESOLUTION
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NO. 2006-104,
COMMISSION
CALIFORNIA,
REVIEW NO.
MULTIPLE-SP
(MSHCP)
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING
OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
APPROVING COMMERCLAL DESIGN
2006-05 AS CONSISTENT WITH THE
ECIES HABITAT CONSERVATION PLAN
MOVED BY MENDOZA, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND
PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0 TO APPROVE RESOLUTION
NO. .2006-105, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING COMMERCIAL DESIGN
REVIEW NO. 2006-05, FOR A CLUBHOUSE FOR A
FUTURE GOLF COURSE FACILITY ASSOCIATED WITH
THE LAING, LAKE ELSINORE, LLC DEVELOPMENT.
6. Minor Desien Review of a Residential Dunlex located on Kellotff Street
(APN 374-044-0071
8:06:55 PM Chairman O'Neal indicated that the next item was pulled from the Consent
Calendar, and requested the reading of the staff report.
Planning Manager Weiner introduced Project Planner Miller and indicated that she would
present the Staff report and be available to answer any questions that the Commission may
have.
Project Planner Miller stated that this is an approval for a duplex building to be constructed
on Kellogg Street. Each unit is 1,651 squaze feet with an attached 2-car garage of 590 square
feet. The total building area is 3,218 square feet. Each garage has an 80 square foot storage
azea. The duplex will be constructed using Craftsman Style architecture with wrap around
covered porches. The applicant will landscape approximately 39% of the lot area. Staff
determined the residential project complies with the requirements of the Lake Elsinore
Municipal Code and the Historic Elsinore standards.
Applicant, Kevin Duman of Rancho Santa Margarita, California, stated he agrees to all
conditions.
8:10:19 PM Chairman O'Neal requested comments from the Commission.
Commissioner Zanelli questioned the exact location of the elevation of the
project.
Commissioner Flores had no comment.
Commissioner Mendoza had no comment.
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Commissioner Gonzales questioned the space between each garage, with a concern of bird
nesting. The applicant stated there will be a wall and roof overhang between the space.
MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY MENDOZA AND
PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0 TO APPROVE RESOLUTION
NO. 2006-106, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MINOR DESIGN REVIEW
FOR A RESIDENTIAL DUPLEX PROJECT LOCATED ON
KELLOGG STREET.
7. Industrial Design Review No I 2006-O1
8:14:00 PM Chairman O'Neal opened the Public Hearing,
Associate Planner Carlson presented the proposed project as an industrial building located at
570 Third Street. Associate Planner Carlson indicated that the applicant is requesting Design
Review consideration for the development of a pre-cast concrete industrial building, available
for lease on an approximate 1.1 acre parcel. The site has been previously graded. The primary
access of the site. will be off of Third Street, with a main drive aisle about 25 feet in width.
Associate Planner Carlson said Staff would like to notify the commission that the compact
parking ordinance will go into effect in October. Staff has reviewed the project and has found
that the project meets all minimum requirements of Chapter 17.56, Limited Industrial Sector
Ml, Chapter 17.66, Parking Requirements, Chapter 17.82 Design Review, and Chapter 17.38
Non-Residential Development Standards. Additionally, Staff would like to read two items into
the record. Staff recommends the Resolurions be modified. He stated that currently, the project
is exempt under CEQA.
Associate Planner Carlson indicated that the applicant notified Staff that he has decided not to
install a security gate on the site plan. The applicant has asked staff to remove Condition No. 35
and 36, which talks about showing elevations to Community Development Director to see what
the gate will look like off of Third Street. Staff agrees to remove conditions since there will be
no gate and asks that a condition be added as follows: Prior to an issuance a Building Permit the
applicant shall submit revised site plans showing a continuous split face block wall, extending
west from the existing wall along the southern property line, ceasing approximately 82 feet back
from the front property line. The design and materials shall be reviewed and approved by the
Community Development Director or designee.
_ The Project Architect, Howard Parsell, 4854 Main Street, Yorba Linda, California, stated he has
a problem with Condition No. 27, which states he must obtain a notarized letter from the
adjacent property owner for maintenance of the wall on the property line. The design was not
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based on a 5 foot set back. The concrete wall can be maintained from the applicant's property.
Project Planner Carlson stated that Staff had some concerns about the applicant being able to
access the wall without encroaching on the neighbor property. Staff did notify the applicant of
this condition approximately 3 weeks ago.
Property owner, Byron Bishop 32931 Bryant Street, Wildomar, stated he is currently developing
three projects in Lake Elsinore. He stated that two of the projects are on property lines. Mr.
Bishop stated there would be a great deal of money lost if the property was decreased.
Commissioner Zanelli stated he would have no problem with someone on his property to
maintain or paint a wall on the property line. He suggested striking Condition No. 27.
Commissioner Flores suggested striking Condition No. 27.
Commissioner Mendoza questioned why the neighboring property owner had not been
contacted to work something out.
Mr. Bishop stated he has tried to contact the property owner but he is not on the property. He
also stated this is the first time he has come across this problem.
Commissioner Mendoza suggested striking Condition No. 27.
8:34:36 PM Chairman O'Neal closed the Public Hearing.
MOVED $Y GONZALES, SECONDED BY ZANELLI AND
PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0 TO APPROVE RESOLUTION
NO. 2006-107, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE PROJECT KNOWN AS,
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN REVIEW NO. 2006-O1 IS
CONSISTENT WITH THE MSHCP.
MOVED BY ZANELLI, SECONDED BY MENDOZA AND
PASSED BY A VOTE OF 5-0 TO APPROVE RESOLUTION
NO. 2006-108, A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING OF INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
REVIEW NO 2006-O1 FOR AN INDUSTRIAL BUILDING
WITH TWO STORY OFFICES AND THE STRIKING OF
CONDITION N0.27.
INFORMATIONAL
None
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STAFF COMMENTS
City Engineer Seumalo commented on the followin¢:
Regarding Railroad Canyon Road and I-15, they have started pouring the foundations for the
retaining wall and the widening project is moving along. There have been a couple of delays in
the project that was anticipated to be completed by October 18' 2006, and is now looking to be
completed by mid December. Staff is working with the contractor to try and complete the
project by November 18, 2006.
Staff is still waiting for the encroachment permit from Cal-Trans regarding the signal and
intersection widening at Ortega and Grand. Staff is taking forward. an agreement that was
provided by Cal-Trans and Cal-Trans will be contributing $120,000 towards the project.
The signal at Auto Center Drive was scheduled to be operational today, but this has not been
confirmed.
Planning Manager Weiner commented on the followin¢:
Regarding the various sheets and memos received tonight with additional, deleted and modified
conditions, Staff does Fed-Ex the Conditions of Approval to the Applicant once they are
approved, we also offer to email them or they can be picked up so there is ample time for review.
Attorney Santana commented on the following;
Regarding the discussion on property lines, is the Commission comfortable with the current
status of the Municipal Code which does permit the zero property line? Should we consider
potential revision to the set back standard so this is not a problem in the future with a
maintenance issue?
PLANNING COMMISSIONER COMMENTS
Chairman O'Neal commented on the followine:
• None
Commissioner Zanelli commented on the followine:
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Commissioner indicated that there is still a delay regarding the lighting standazds on
Lakeshore. City Engineer Seumalo indicated that Staff is struggling to get a full cast of
the light standazd and we have a goal of having it lit by Christmas. We may have a more
positive report to give in two weeks.
• -The Central Avenue off ramp has two projects in the planning stages. An interim project
was submitted to Cal-Trans last week for review. This would be an encroachment permit
project. The other is a partial clover with a lobe on the Southwest comer of Central.
• Commissioner Zanelli thanked staff for their hard work.
Commissioner Flores commented on the followine:
• None
Commissioner Mendoza commented on the followine:
• None
Vice Chair Gonzales commented on the following
When will the overpass on Riverside Drive and Dexter be done? City Engineer Seumalo
stated that at this time there is no funding for that project.
Across from Costco on the North side of Dexter, there has been a lot of erosion on the
drainage structure, this must be filled with something more solid.
ADJOURNMENT
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THERE BEING NO FCIRTHER BUSINESS, CHAIRMAN O'NEAL ADJOURNED THE
MEETING AT, 8:57:11 PM ON OCTOBER 3.2006.
Respectfully Submitted,
Arsi Baron
ATTEST:
Tom Weiner, Planning Manager
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