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Home My WebLink About01-13-20031 1 ACTION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SANTA ANA JANUARY 13, 2003 CALLED TO ORDER 5:39 P.M. City Hall Ross Annex First Floor Conference Room 1600 20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, California ATTENDANCE COMMISSIONERS Present: Alexander Nalle, Chairman Don Cribb Molly Doughty Christopher Leo Glenn Mondo Robert Richardson Lynnette Verino, Vice Chair COMMISSIONERS Absent: STAFF PRESENT Cynthia Nelson, Deputy City Manager Joseph Edwards, Planning Manager Benjamin Kaufman, ChiefAssistant City Attorney Mike McCoy, Police Department Yolanda Pena, Police Department Laura Johnson, Recording Secretary CONSENT CALENDAR Motion to approve the minutes. MOTION: Cribb VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson, Verino (7) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: None (0) A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES RECOMMENDATION: Approve the minutes from the regular meeting of August 26, 2002 Motion to approve staff recommendations on the remaining Consent Calendar items. 1 MOTION: Doughty SECOND: Doughty SECOND: Cribb VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson, Verino (7) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: None (0) B. RECORDING SECRETARY REPORT RECOMMENDATION: Instruct the Commission Secretary to enter into the minutes. The December 9, 2002 Agenda was posted at the City Hall Council Chambers on December 6, 2002 at 8:00 a.m. 1 The Notice of Cancellation for the December 23, 2002 Meeting was posted at the City Hall Council Chambers on December 16, 2002 at 8:00 a.m. C. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO.2002-28 Filed by Maimu Sushi Restaurant, Russell Thai, to allow a Type 41 ABC License to sell beer and wine at an existing restaurant located at 2 Hutton Centre, Suite 2012. RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file the staff report approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-28 as conditioned. * * * END OF CONSENT CALENDAR * * * BUSINESS CALENDAR 1 Matters listed on the Business Calendar are general proposals for new legislation or items requiring discussion. D. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 2002-18 AND VARIANCE NO. 2002-10 (Public hearing held and closed on October 28, 2002. Continued by the Planning Commission to November 25, 2002. Continued by the Planning Commission on November 25, 2002 to December 9, 2002. Continued by the Planning Commission on December 9, 2002 to January 13, 2003.) Filed by Wireless Facilities, Inc. to construct a wireless communication facility and to exceed the allowable at 1517 N. Fairview. PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: October 18, 2002 PUBLICLY NOTICED: October 18, 2002 RECOMMENDATION: 1. Approve and adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program, Environmental Review No. 2002-191. 2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-18 as conditioned. 3. Adopt a resolution approving Variance No. 2002-10 as conditioned. 1 Bob St. Paul, Associate Planner provided the staff report and recommendation. Motion to: 1. Approve and adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring Program, Environmental Review No. 2002-191. 2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-18 as conditioned. 3. Adopt a resolution approving Variance No. 2002-10 as conditioned. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 2 January 13, 2003 MOTION: Richardson SECOND: Cribb VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson, Verino (7) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: None (0) E. SIGN PROGRAM NO. 2002-19 Filed by Arnel Development Company to request approval of a master sign program at 431 N. Tustin Avenue. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the master sign program for the Creekside Development Project. Ann Ni, Associate Planner provided the staff report and recommendation. No written communications were received and there were no speakers on the matter. Motion to approve the master sign program for the Creekside Development Project. MOTION: Mondo SECOND: Richardson VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson, Verino (7) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: None (0) WORK STUDY SESSION F. CENTERLINE Dave Ream, City Manager, provided an update and outline of the proposed light rail system. He noted that once the design is set, review will be requested from City Commissions and residents. Modifications based on this input will be made prior to City Council review. History of Bristol Street Redevelopment Project Area discussed. Mr. Ream distributed a chronology of the project. The funding, proposed route, linkage to Santa Ana College and proposed ridership were discussed. Mr. Ream also provided an update on outstanding issues and noted that a final plan is anticipated in 3-4 months. The Commissioners noted their desire to provide input as early in the project as possible. G. TRANSIT VILLAGE Joseph Edwards, Planning Manager, outlined the area of the project and provided a brief update. He noted that it would serve as a transportation hub and gateway into Santa Ana. Brian Myers, Griffin Structures, discussed the Transit Village objectives and outlined the boundaries. He noted that the proximity to the Artist Village, mass transit, and I-5 had been influential in the site selection. Discussion was held regarding the site plan alternatives, parking, and the Depot. Discussion was held regarding the recycled use of buildings and the inclusion of an arts program. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 3 January 13, 2003 Ms. Nelson noted that the Centerline project is an integral part of the Transit Village project and the OCTA analysis is critical. She advised that the planning study would take several months and that a final specific plan should be available for review in approximately six months. Ms. Nelson also noted that the development of a live/work product had been proposed for the southwest corner of Santiago and Santa Ana Boulevard. H. Recess To Council Chambers - 6:52 The Commission recessed to the Council Chambers located at 22 Civic Center Plaza. i`~ D PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 4 January 13, 2003 ACTION MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 22 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA SANTA ANA, CALIFORNIA 1 ROLL CALL All Present PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE JANUARY 13, 2003 PROCEDURAL RULES PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT N0.2002-24 7:10 P.M. Filed by the Sikh Center of Orange County to allow the expansion of an existing church use at 2530 West Warner Avenue. PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: January 3, 2003 PUBLICLY NOTICED: December 31, 2002 RECOMMENDATION: 1. Approve and adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration and Monitoring Program for Environmental Review No. 2002-128. 2. Adopt a resolution approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2002-24 as conditioned. Verny Carvajal, Associate Planner, presented the staff report and recommendation. Discussion was held regarding the new covered patio and resulting noise. Mr. Edwards advised that the applicant had voluntarily agreed to enclose the patio as part of the proposed lunch room area and that it would be included as a condition of approval. Discussion ensued regarding the project lay- out, proposed landscaping, covered walkways, and noise reduction to the neighborhood. Chairman Nalle opened the public hearing. Linda Green, Morning Sunwood Neighborhood Association, spoke in opposition to the project due to concerns regarding noise that would be generated by persons congregating outside. 1 Chairman Nalle closed the public hearing. Motion to continue for 30 days. MOTION: Doughty SECOND: Cribb VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson, Verino (7) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: None (0) PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 5 January 13, 2003 2. AMENDMENT APPLICATION 2002-09 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 2002-03 Filed by Trucor Incorporated to subdivide a parcel into two lots to create asingle- family residence at 1242 West Raymar Street. PUBLISHED IN THE REGISTER: January 3, 2003 PUBLICLY NOTICED: December 31, 2002 RECOMMENDATION: Recommend that the City Council: 1. Adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 2002-09. 2. Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 2002-03 as conditioned. Verny Carvajal, Associate Planner, presented the staff report and recommendation. Chairman Nalle opened the public hearing. No written communications were received and there were no speakers on the matter. Chairman Nalle closed the public hearing. Motion to recommend that the City Council: 1. Adopt an ordinance approving Amendment Application No. 2002-09. 2. Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 2002-03 as conditioned. MOTION: Doughty SECOND: Cribb VOTE: AYES: Cribb, Doughty, Leo, Mondo, Nalle, Richardson, Verino (7) NOES: None (0) ABSENT: None (0) COMMENTS 3 Public Comments None 4. Comments from the Staff Joseph Edwards • Announced that the City hosting a historic preservation workshop in February. A copy of the flyer will be forwarded to all Commissioners. • Noted that the election of officers will be held at the next meeting. 5. Comments from the Planning Commission PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 6 January 13, 2003 Commissioner Doughty • Asked who had removed the dirt from the Farmers Insurance property. Ben Kaufman, Assistant City Attorney, advised that an allegation had been made but he could not discuss the issue. Commissioner Cribb • Noted that he continued to receive comments regarding the home remodel on Santa Clara. • Requested an update on the proposed annexation of the Tustin/17th Street area. Mr. Edwards advised that an update would be provided to the Commission in the near future. Commissioner Verino • Noted that the Kragen Auto at 17th and Ross had used gray paint instead of white to cover graffiti. Requested that staff investigate. Commissioner Mondo • Noted that there were three dead pine trees on Sunflower between Main and flower and requested that staff look into removal and replacement. • Noted that the shopping center located at Bristol and Warner had three large containers in the parking lot and requested that staff investigate. • Requested that staff contact Recreation and Community Services regarding the sign at Lilly King Park that says "Things Coming Soon". He would like to know what it refers to; if nothing specific then it should be removed. • Expressed desire to have adequate opportunity to review and comment on the Centerline and Transit Village projects. Commissioner Richardson • Concurred with Commissioner Mondo regarding commenting on the Centerline and Transit Village Projects. • Requested that an opportunity to view the Police Department Stat Track System be rescheduled. Commissioner Leo • Requested a study session regarding gas station properties that have not been recycled. • Requested an update on the Montgomery Ward and Crazy Horse sites. Mr. Edwards noted that he had not heard anything new but would investigate. • Requested an update on the State Court of Appeals. Mr. Edwards advised that an issue regarding parking was being discussed. Chairman Nalle • Noted that there was graffiti on a bus bench on northbound Bristol near Edinger and requested staff to facilitate its removal. • Commented that the appearance of Main Place had deteriorated. 6. Excuse of Absences None 8. Adjournment -- 8:07 p.m. 1 ` i 6,.aafa Johnson, Recorc~irjg Secretary ~~' v''`. PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 7 January 13, 2003