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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-03-22; Housing and Redevelopment Advisory Committee Ad Hoc; MinutesMINUTES DATE OF MEETING: March 22, 1982 TIME OF MEETING: 5:OO P.M. PLACE OF MEETING: City Council Chambers MEETING OF: HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS \ CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chairman Hayes at 5:06 P.M. ROLL CALL Present - Hayes, Hall, Helton, McCoy, Runzo, Ward, and Sanchez. Absent - Carney, and Moralez. Also present were: Drew Aitken, Redevelopment Program Manager Marty Orenyak, Director of Building and Housing Chris Sal omone, Administrative Aide Ron Beckman, Assistant City Manager/Development Michael Holzmiller, Principal Planner Girard Anear, Council Liaison PRESENTATION Council Member Anear presented plaques to Frankie Gene Runzo and Ken Chriss for their interest and service on the Housing and Redevelopment Advisory Committee. MINUTES Minutes of the Regular Meeting, held January 25, 1982, were approved as submitted. Minutes of the Regular Meeting, held February 22, 1982, were approved as corrected; Page 1, changing the votes listed as Noes to Absentions. Minutes of the Special Meeting, held March 8, 1982, were approved as submitted. Poinsettia Plaza Rehabilitation Drew Aitken gave a staff report on the matter, indicating that the owner of Poinsettia Plaza would like to under- take a major facade program with funding under the Commercial Rehabilitation Program. Committee discussion related to the status of the rear of the shopping center, and coordination of the traffic circulation with the surrounding developments. Mr. Aitken indicated that the rear of the center will be used as a secondary access; however, added that Staff will take same into consideration. Ha yes Hall He1 ton McCoy Runzo Ward Sanchez Ha yes Hal 1 He1 ton McCoy Runzo Ward Sanchez Ha yes Hal 1 He1 ton McCoy Runzo Ward Sanchez 8 s P - X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X MINUTES March 22, 1982 Page 2 Committee concensus reflected their finding that the proposed project would be an improvement to the shopping center. Director Orenyak indicated that the Engineering Department will be doing a circulation study and parking lot layout, and added that Staff has received approval for installation of a median in front of the plaza. Member Hall expressed the desire to review the plans for the design of the proposed project, prior to taking action regarding same. The Committee recommended support of the use of rehabilitation funds for a facade program for the Poinsettia Plaza, provided that all details can be worked out with Staff with regard to circulation both on and off site, alley access, parking, control of the rear of the property, and any other items Staff feels are appropriate. Amendment to DRB #10 With the aid of wall exhibits showing the location of the property and proposed site plan, Drew Aitken gave a staff report on the matter. He indicated that the applicant is requesting a six month delay regarding the improvements on the Joe's Transmission site. Mr. Bob Nielsen, the applicant, addressed the Committee. Mr . Nielsen responded to Committee questions regarding the six month extension, and indicated that if his request is approved by the Committee he will give Joe's Transmission a six month notice immediately. Following discussion, the Committee recommended approval of an amendment to the conditions of DRB #10 to allow the applicant to occupy the second story at this time; with the addition of a condition to insure that the improvements be installed by September, 1982. Policy Direction on alley and parking for the Redevelopment Area Drew Aitken indicated this item was continued from the meeting of March 8, 1982. Chairman Hayes suggested that the Committee hold a joint meeting with the Traffic Safety Commission to discuss alleys, parking, and traffic circulation in the Redevelopment Area. Council Member Anear suggested that the Committee consider meeting with the Engineering Department and Traffic Engineer on the matter, and discussion reflected same. Director Orenyak indicated he would invite the Traffic Engineer and a representative from the Engineering Department to the next meeting to discuss the issues of parking, alleys, density, and pedestrian and vehicular circulation. MEMBERS \ Hayes Hall He1 ton McCoy Runzo Ward Sanchez Ha yes Hall He1 ton McCoy Runzo Ward Sanchez 8 S F - X X X X X X X X X X X X X MINUTES March 22, 1982 Page 3 Mr. Harold Clarke addressed the Committee and expressed concern with regard to the unattractiveness of the businesses in the downtown area that have iron bars on their windows, and requested Committee consideration of same. ITEM OUT OF ORDER - Committee Appointments Drew Aitken reported that Council reappointed Member Ward for another term at their last meeting. The Committee indicated their support for Member Thelma Hayes for reappointment to the Housing and Redevelopment Advisory Committee, and recommended Council reconsider her application at their next regular meeting. Status Report on High-Rise Study Michael Holzmiller of the Planning Department gave a staff report on the matter, and indicated that Staff has been in contact with a contracting consultant firm with experience in both the public and private sector. continued to briefly outline what the study will involve, indicating that the definitions of low, middle, and high-rise, as well as present City standards and regulations will have to be clarified. He Mr. Holzmiller added that the study will address positive and adverse effects in general, impact of increased height with regard to the goals and policies of the Redevelopment Area, impact along the coast, a suitability analysis, and design criteria. Drew Aitken indicated that the matter was informational only at this time, and Staff will report back on same. Sign Program - Oak Avenue and Carlsbad Boulevard With the aid of a wall exhibit showing the proposed sign program, Drew Aitken gave a brief staff report on the matter. MEMBER WARD LEFT AT 6: 03 P.M. Following brief discussion, the Committee recommended approval of the additional six (6) feet of sign area, with the addition of a condition requiring that all other signs controlled by the applicant be eliminated. OLD BUSINESS Update on Sixpence Inn Project Drew Aitken reported on Staff's meeting with representatives of the Chevron Oil Company on March 19, 1982 regarding the median on Elm Avenue. He indicated that the intent was to make sure Chevron was aware that the median would affect their development, and Staff suggested that consideration be given to one central ingress and egress. Mr. Aitken continued that Chevron has indicated their desire to retain access as is; hbwever, they are willing to discuss the matter. Y MEMBERS Hayes Hall He1 ton McCoy Runzo Ward Sanchez Ha yes Hall He1 ton McCoy Runzo Sanchez MINUTES March 22, 1982 Page 4 MEMBERS Mr. Aitken concluded that Staff is still in the process of negotiating with Chevron; however, they do not want negotiations to delay the project. Sixpence Inn Sign Drew Aitken indicated that the matter will go before the Planning Commission on Wednesday, March 24, 1982. State Street Parking Agreement Drew Aitken reported that the property owners are scheduled to meet on Tuesday, March 23, 1982, to provide input and direction regarding the agreement. Underground Uti1 i ties Chris Salomone distributed copies of the minutes from the meeting of the Underground Utility District Advisory Committee meeting, held March 18, 1982; and briefly reported on same. Mr. Salomone added that the matter of the alley between State and Roosevelt Streets will go before Council in April, with a request for approval of funding. NEW BUSINESS Budaet Drew Aitken reported that the Finance Department is preparing the budget for all departments this year. He added that Staff does not foresee any major changes to the Departments' budget. Commission discussion related to the budget. Antique Collectino Drew Aitken reported on the proposal by an antique dealer to open an antique collectino in a State Street store front, to sell merchandise on a consignment basis. ADJOURNMENT By proper motion the meeting was adjourned at 6t30 P.M. Respectfully Submitted, Ann R. Alleman Minutes Clerk TRANSCRIPTS ARE KEPT UNTIL APPROVAL OF MINUTES.