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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-06-2009 NAHMINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE 183 NORTH MAIN STREET LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2009 CALL TO ORDER Chairman Flores called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Vice-Chair Gonzales led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL PRESENT: CHAIRMAN FLORES VICE-CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER O'NEAL COMMISSIONER ZANELLI ABSENT: NONE STAFF PRESENT Also present were: Acting Community Development Director Weiner, Public Works Director/City Engineer Seumalo, City Planner Donahoe, Associate Planner Carlson and Office Specialist Porch6. PUBLIC COMMENTS None CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM(S) 1. September 1. 2009 Regular Planning Commission Minutes Recommendations: Approval Motion was made by Commissioner O'Neal and seconded by Commissioner Mendoza to approve the September 1, 2009 Regular Planning Commission Minutes. Planning Commission Meeting October 06, 2009 Page 2 of 6 AYES: CHAIRMAN FLORES VICE-CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER O'NEAL COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE PUBLIC HEARING ITEM(S) 2. Extension of Time for Residential Design Review No. 2005-24 Recommendation: a. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt a resolution approving a final one-year extension of time for Residential Design Review No. 2005-24, based on the findings and updated Conditions of Approval. Chairman Flores opened the Public Hearing at 6:02 p.m. Planner Donahoe provided the reading of the Staff Report. She indicated the applicant is available for questions. David Humlicek, applicant for the project stated he agreed to the Conditions of Approval. The reason for the extension of time was because of the current market conditions. Chairman Flores requested any speakers for or against the project. There being no speakers, Chairman Flores closed the Public Hearing at 6:06 p.m. and brought the discussion back to the dais for Commissioner comments. Chairman Flores asked if there were any changes to the Environmental Impact Report. Planner Donahoe replied that there were no changes. Chairman Flores asked if there were any changes to the Conditions of Approval. Planner Donahoe replied that there were no changes. There being no further comments, Chairman Flores requested a motion. Planning Commission Meeting October 06, 2009 Page 3 of 6 Motion made by Commissioner Zanelli and seconded by Commissioner Mendoza to adopt Resolution No. 2009-48, approving an Extension of Time for Residential Design Review No. 2005-24, for "Trieste" by MBK Homes, until August 22, 2010. AYES: CHAIRMAN FLORES VICE-CHAIRMAN GONZALES COMMISSIONER MENDOZA COMMISSIONER O'NEAL COMMISSIONER ZANELLI NOES: NONE BUSINESS ITEM(S) 3. Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD) Presentation regarding Lake Elsinore Trunk Line Project. Acting Community Development Director Weiner introduced Paul Carver with EVMWD who provided the Commission with a presentation regarding the proposed Capitol Improvement Project (CIP) for the area. Paul Carver representing EVMWD provided a PowerPoint presentation to city staff and the Planning Commission regarding the upcoming CIP projects. A list below provides a brief outline of the topics discussed: • Lakeshore Trunk Sewer Project which is estimated at $54 million in funds. Anticipated Project Duration - 18 months. Detours will be clearly marked. On street parking may be restricted near active construction areas due to tunnel access pits. Access available to residents at all times. • Wildomar Recycled Water Project which would provide a new recycled water pipeline. The recycled water comes from EVMWD transmission mains to select EVMWD customers. It is safe for irrigation and other purposes. The benefits of recycled water would expand water supply for our region, increased water reliability, decreased water irrigation costs and reinforced commitment to environmental responsibility. The estimated cost would be $3.5 million which would be constructed into two phases. Issues would include traffic detours and delays, temporary on street parking temporary disruption of water service, however access will be available to residents & schools at all times. • Summerly Pipeline-Segment 2, anticipated construction start date is December 2009. The duration of the project is estimated at 4 to 6 months. The project would consist of installing a 30" pipeline along Auto Center Drive, Diamond Drive and Malaga Road. Mr. Carver indicated the goals for projects are to complete construction while minimizing impact to the community and safety is a top priority. He stated the Planning Commission Meeting October 06, 2009 Page 4 of 6 construction hotline number is (951) 893-7116 or you may email questions to www.evmwdcipo.com. Chairman Flores requested comments from the Commission. Commissioner Zanelli asked about the recent problems with the ruptured water mains in Los Angeles County. Mr. Carver replied by saying it is unknown at this time why the water mains are breaking. It could be from old pipes and the lack of having them replaced in a timely manner. Commissioner Zanelli spoke of a project that came before the Planning Commission which is problematic. EVMWD had given an estimate to the builder for sewer hookup which was not correct and asked what could staff or the Commission could do to eliminate that from happening in the future. Mr. Carver responded by saying he wasn't sure when this happened however in the last couple of years the District has completed its GIS system. The District tries to locate the as-built records and if there is a question then the District can send out a crew member to do further research. Commissioner O'Neal stated he was disappointed to see that Greg Morrison did not attend the meeting. He spoke on how the Commission was told there would be enough water for the next twenty-five (25) years and now the city's residents are faced with shortages and increased water rates. Mr. Carver responded by saying that they are at the mercy of Metropolitan Water District of Southern California. He stated the five year drought plus the restrictions of pumping water from the Sacramento Delta has reduced the water flow. Commissioner Mendoza thanked Mr. Carver for speaking before the Commission. Commissioner Zanelli asked if there is any estimation from the agency at what point the city's development would be controlled by the availability of water. Mr. Carver responded by saying the District does not have a firm grip on that topic. Chairman Flores noted the main distribution line goes down Lakeshore Drive. He asked if the District provided any studies that would determine any necessary replacements or upgrades. Mr. Carver replied by saying a study revealed that there weren't a lot of alternatives to look at other than from one side of the road to the other. He stated the District decided to go to the right-of-way side in order to it to have the least amount of traffic impact. Planning Commission Meeting October 06, 2009 Page 5 of 6 Chairman Flores thanked Mr. Carver for his presentation and stated he looks forward to seeing him at the next City Council meeting. STAFF COMMENTS Public Works Director/City Engineer Seumalo commented on the following: • He thanked Paul Carver with EVMWD for his presentation to the Commission. • He spoke of the current CIP including the completion of Rosetta Canyon Park, Machado Park restroom replacement, and the Lakeshore Drive overlay project. Commissioner Zanelli inquired about the construction of Rosetta Canyon Fire Station. Public Works Director/City Engineer Seumalo responded by saying construction is moving forward, however staff had some issues with the contractor which caused some delays. He indicated the issues have been resolved and the project is almost complete. • He spoke of awarding for the gravel paving project at the October 24, 2009 City Council meeting. • He addressed the funding issue with the Gunnerson signal project. He stated the biggest challenge with the project would be the right-of-way in order to install a left turn lane pocket. The cost estimate for the signal is in the range of $300,000 to $400,000. Acting Community Development Director Weiner commented on the following: • He spoke of the radio tower that is being installed by the County of Riverside at the top of Franklin Street. He stated the County's Board of Supervisors had an emergency action due to an incident regarding public safety radio communications. • He advised the Commission that the Moto-Cross facility is scheduled to come before the Commission in October as an informational item. • He spoke of the Burger King site at the corner of Mission Trail and Diamond Drive. He stated there is a pharmacy chain that is interested in the site. • He expressed to the Commission that staff is hoping to get the General Plan Update to the Commission before the end of the year. • He advised the Commission of the status of the Lake Street Market Place which is currently in litigation and the City Attorney is working with staff to generate some items for the process. PLANNING COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS Chairman Flores commented on the following: • No comments. Vice-Chairman Gonzales commented on the following: 0 No comments. Planning Commission Meeting October 06, 2009 Page 6 of 6 Commissioner Mendoza commented on the following: • No comments. Commissioner O'Neal commented on the following: He advised the Acting Community Development Director that he is somewhat disturbed that the Deputy City Attorney was not at the meeting. Commissioner Zanelli commented on the following: • No comments. ADJOURNMENT It was the consensus of the Commission to adjourn to the October 20, 2009, Regular Planning Commission meeting at 6:00 p.m. located at 183 N. Main Street, Lake Elsinore, CA. 92530. Chairman Flores adjourned the meeting at 6:56 CHAI ING COMMISSION Respectfully Submitted, 1&-U& ub Ae,)C6l DANA PORCHFt OFFICE SPECIALIST III ATTEST: 1 TOM WEINER ACTING DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT