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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013/09/25 - Minutes - PC-HPCTHE CITY OF RANCHO CUCAMONGA THE MINUTES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION UlZI k, THE PLANNING COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 25, 2013 - 7:00 PM Rancho Cucamonga Civic Center Council Chambers 10500 Civic Center Drive Rancho Cucamonga, California 11 I. CALL TO ORDER Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call 70OPM Chairman Howdyshell X Vice Chairman Fletcher X Munoz X Wimberly X Oaxaca X 11 II. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS This is the time and place for the general public to address the Historic Preservation Commission or the Planning Commission on any item listed or not listed on the agenda. State law prohibits the Historic Preservation Commission or the Planning Commission from addressing any issue not previously included on the Agenda. The Historic Preservation Commission or the Planning Commission may receive testimony and set the matter for a subsequent meeting. Comments are to be limited to five minutes per individual or less, as deemed necessary by the Chair, depending upon the number of individuals desiring to speak. All communications are to be addressed directly to the Historic Preservation Commission or Planning Commission, not to the members of the audience. This is a professional business meeting and courtesy and decorum are expected. Please refrain from any debate between audience and speaker, making loud noises, or engaging in any activity which might be disruptive to the decorum of the meeting. None HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO SEPTEMBER 25, 2013 CUCA.NONGA Page 2 0 F] III. CONSENT CALENDAR/HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION Approval of Special Meeting Minutes Dated August 14, 2013 Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher to adopt the minutes of August 14, 2013. Carried 5-0 Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes Dated August 28, 2013 Moved by Wimberly, seconded by Fletcher to adopt the minutes of August 28, 2013. Carried 4-0-1 (Oaxaca abstain) IV. DIRECTOR'S REPORTS/PLANNING COMMISSION C. PRESENTATION ON THE HEALTHY RC STRATEGIC PLAN Michael Parmer, gave a PowerPoint presentation (copy on file) and facilitated the discussion. He noted that the data was collected from various sources. In response to Commissioners Fletcher and Wimberly, he said he would provide the source of the 57% obesity rate. In response to Vice Chairman Fletcher he said programs have originated from various places such as Mrs. Obama and the "Let's Move" campaign. He said ouriniliative is City lead and community driven. He said promoting healthy living is multifaceted including school programs and that our effort is looking for a collective impact. He noted that this program is 100% grant funded. In response to Chairman Howdyshell, he said the medical community is at the table including Kaiser, San Antonio Hospital and IEHP as well as representatives for farmers markets and restaurants. He said the October 10 event will include the City's health plan providers as well and community members will be given opportunities to weigh in interactively, participate in group discussions, have children's' activities and receive a free meal all towards the goal of gathering information that will influence the development of the Healthy RC Strategic Plan. In response to Commissioner Oaxaca, Mr. Farmer said success is defined more from quantitative analysis and that an evaluation is part of a grant that will be completed in December. He also noted that there is a Healthy RC dining program that encourages restaurants to participate. He said with respect to specific efforts towards young children that funding for two more years has been secured for the First Five program and within the City, we now have rooms for nursing mothers, a baby supply vending machine and spots on the healthy living TV show whereby the first 5 minutes of the show is dedicated to very young children and their needs. He said this is on Charter Channel 3 TV. Commissioner Munoz asked what part addresses the needs of seniors such as isolation, medication and in some cases, abuse. Mr. Farmer said there is a focus on healthy eating izHISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES P.ANCNO SEPTEMBER 25, 2013 CUCAMONGA Page 3 and living classes and that the reach out process to find out their concerns such as accident prevention and healthcare issues, will include the VIP group and the SeniorAdvisory Board. Candyce Burnett, Planning Manager, noted they are a target focus group on the survey. Mr. Parmer encouraged the Commission to add any ideas on how to reach out or communicate with more people on the survey form. Chairman Howdyshell said it was a great report and she learned a lot. She asked that he come back after the event. Ms. Burnett said we can bring back more on the Strategic Plan as it develops and additional documents and lists of members that have been at the meetings can also be made available. V. PUBLIC HEARINGS/PLANNING COMMISSION The following items have been advertised and/or posted as public hearings as required bylaw. The Chairman will open the public hearing to receive testimony. All such opinions shall be limited to 5 minutes per individual for each project. Please sign in after speaking. D. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW DRC2013-00018 - PULTE HOMES - STEVEN FORD - A request to construct 53 single-family homes within Tentative Tract 18741 on 40.12 acres of land within the Very Low Residential District of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan at the northwest corner of Wilson avenue and Wardman Bullock Road - APN: 0226-081-05 and 06. Related files: Minor Exception DRC2013-00780 and Tentative Tract SUBTT18741. On January 9, 2013, a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts was adopted by the Planning Commission for Tentative Tract Map 18741. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to projects within the scope of the previous Mitigated Negative Declaration. E. MINOR EXCEPTION DRC2013-00780 - PULTE HOMES - A request to allow for an 8 -foot tall wall along the north and west tract boundary within Tentative Tract 18741 for compliance with the proposed Fire Protection Plan on 40.12 acres of land in the Very Low Residential (VL) District of the Etiwanda North Specific Plan, located at the northwest corner of Wardman Bullock Road and Wilson Avenue -APN: 0226-081-05 & 06. On January 9, 2013, a Mitigated Negative Declaration of environmental impacts was adopted by the Planning Commission for Tentative Tract Map 18741. The California Environmental Quality Act provides that no further environmental review or Negative Declaration is required for subsequent projects or minor revisions to projects within the scope of the previous Mitigated Negative Declaration. Related Files: Development Review 2013-00018 and Tentative Tract SUBTT18741. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO SEPTEMBER 25, 2013 CUCAMMONOA Page 4 Steve Fowler, Assistant Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). In response to Commissioner Oaxaca asked about the implementation of the Fire Protection Plan. Mr. Fowler said the requirement is related to the location of the project. Candyce Burnett, Planning Manager said the site is located in a very high fire zone and the plan stipulates special measures such as the wall height. Commissioner Munoz said the plan even specifies what you can plant and where. Steve Ford said he is representing Pulte. He said it was a long process and the Fire Protection Plan caused much discussion and a modification of their plans. He said with grading changes a great deal of hauling was eliminated. Chairman Howdyshell opened the public hearing. Thomas Gooch, a resident of the Brentwood development indicated his support of the project but asked about the Wilson extension because of the school traffic congestion. Dan James, Senior Engineer, said the Wilson extension is on the list for Capital improvement projects. He said essentially the design work is done from Wardman Bullock to East Avenue. He said they hope to start construction next May or June. He said there have been challenges with respect to the environmental clearances needed and the timeline is dependent upon that. He said for the section beyond East Avenue to Etiwanda Avenue, the developer of that property is aware of our concerns and they have indicated they plan to move forward with their project. The street improvements for that section will be a requirement for that developer. Nancy Millet said she is -in favor of the project because of the larger homes and better quality development. She said she too would like Wilson to go through to remedy the traffic. Chairman Howdyshell closed the public hearing Commissioner Munoz said it is a good project, well designed, and he's glad it is all single story with a good level of design. He offered kudos to staff and the DRC. Moved by Munoz, seconded by Wimberly, to adopt Resolutions 13-39 and 13-40 approving Development Review DRC2013-00018 and Minor Exception DRC2013-00780. Carried 5-0. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO SEPTEMBER 25, 2013 CUCAMONGA Page 5 ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT DRC2013-00519 - MCALANS PUB AND GRILL - JASON SHAW - A request to have live entertainment such as a DJ, six piece band, and dancing within an existing restaurant in the Neighborhood Commercial District located at 6321 Haven Avenue - APN: 0201-272-06. This action is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, existing facilities. Steve Fowler, Assistant Planner, gave the staff report and PowerPoint presentation (copy on file). He noted a letter was received in opposition from neighboring homeowners because of noise issues. Candyce Burnett, Planning Manager noted a condition can be added to the resolution requiring a review in 6 months if the Commission desires it. Jason Shaw stated he is the new owner. In response to Chairman Howdyshell, he said this is his first time to run a restaurant with alcohol service and entertainment. He said his experience is as a LAPD officer in the Hollywood entertainment district and he has trained security staff. He said he has not had any incidents thus far and will not allow the prior incidents to happen again. In response to Vice Chairman Fletcher, he said the doors are closed 90% of the time. He confirmed the occupancy is 196 persons and there is no amplification in the patio area. Chairman Howdyshell opened the public hearing. Hearing and seeing no comment, she closed the public hearing. Moved by Fletcher, seconded by Munorto adopt Resolution 13-38 approving Entertainment Permit DRC2013-00519 with the added condition for a review by the Commission in 6 months. VI. COMMISSION CONCERNS/HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND PLANNING COMMISSION Commissioner Munoz reported that he attended the League of California Cities conference. He noted that the league acts as an advocacy agency that City Managers and Mayors look to for needed changes in legislation, specifically when City funds are affected. He asked if the question raised by Chairman Howdyshell in the minutes regarding ADA facilities found on page 8-2 had been answered by staff. He also mentioned the great photo of the Planning staff at the Maloof complex. Chairman Howdyshell responded that the question had not been answered as yet. HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION AND PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES RANCHO SEPTEMBER 25, 2013 CUCAMONOA Page 6 Candyce Burnett, Planning Manager said staff would make the contact and gain a response and report back to the Commission. Commissioner Wimberly thanked staff and the City Council for the lovely event honoring the Boards and Commissions. Chairman Howdyshell noted that she saw the RC Spotlight and offered kudos to the Planning Department for their being highlighted in this presentation. Commissioner Oaxaca acknowledged and commended Manning Homes for opening up their property to the community for a "vine rescue". He said this was an example of how we worked effectively with an applicant to preserve what is important about Rancho Cucamonga's heritage. Vice Chairman Fletcher said he was pleased to see the ad about the vine rescue and also commended Jim Manning for their part in restoring the Toews House. He asked if the City can facilitate traffic on routes to schools or if schools regulate that. Steven Flower, Assistant City Attorney noted that ourjurisdiction is limited with the schools'sites and schedules, we try to work with them to reconfigure their parking lots forbetter circulation, but the City cannot directly control the school sites.. Jeff Bloom, Deputy City Manager, Economic & Community Development noted that the City does meet regularly with the school districts. The Engineering department will try to resolve specific traffic issues with them. He mentioned that we again have a full time traffic engineer and we have more staff time to keep addressing these issues. He said with the losses of bus service, there are more cars and therefore a higher degree of traffic. He said there is progress related to the Wilson Avenue extension project, the timeline is dependent upon the review from the regulatory agencies. 11 VII. 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