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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-06-28; Housing and Redevelopment Advisory Committee Ad Hoc; MinutesMINUTES MEETING OF: COMMITTEE DATE OF MEETING: June 28, 1982 TIME OF MEETING: 5:OO P.M. PLACE OF MEETING: City Council Chambers HOUSING 8 REDEVELOPMEBT ADVISORY MEMBERS ' CALL TO ORDER was made by Chairman Ward at 5:Ol P.M. ROLL CALL Present - Ward, Hall, Hayes, Helton, Moralez, Holmes , Sanchez, and Carney. McCoy arrived at 5:20 P.M. Also present were: Marty Orenyak, Director of Building and Housing Chris Salomone, Community Redevelopment Manager Michael Holzmiller, Land Use Planning Manager Frank Aleshire, City Manager Ron Beckman, Assistant City Manager/Development Richard Chick, Council Member ITEM OUT OF ORDER Hirschberg MoDed Rental Chris Salomone gave a brief status report on the matter. Mr. Jim Hirschberg addressed the Committee and indicated he has received his business license and is currently operating the moped rental. He thanked the Committee for their assistance in the matter, and submitted the f ol low in g : 1. 2. Inspection report from the Fire Department. 3. A letter from Mr. Bob Watson, owner of the Surf 4. A letter from the Police Department regarding A certificate of insurance showing liability limits. Motel, with regard to the parking arrangement. proper method of traffic control. 1. WILSON PROJECT. With the aid of wall exhibits outlining the design of the project, Chris Salomone gave a staff report on the matter. In response to Committee query, Mr. Bob Wilson indicated that there will be sufficient landscaping. With regard to parking, he indicated that the entire project will have to be bulldozed, and he is currently $8,000 over budget and no where near completion. Member Hall inquired if Mr. Wilson would be willing to participate in the parking district. Mr. Wilson indicated that at such time when the project is started he will consider it. Following brief discussion, the Committee found the request consistent with the Redevelopment Plan, and recomended approval of the start of the project with the additional condition that the applicant return with the final Master Plan development for reconsideration at the time he wishes to execute same. Ward Hal 1 Hayes Helton Mora lez Holmes Sanchez Carney X X X X X X X X MINUTES June 28, 1982 Page 2 TOD VAN NAME Chris Salomone indicated the matter was informational only, and gave a brief report on same. Mr. Tod Van Name from Pacific Design addressed the Committee and showed a sample of the signing proposed for the west side of State Street. He indicated that the proposal is only for the directory on the edge of the building, and expressed willingness to respond to any questions. MEMBER MCCOY ARRIVED AT 5:20 P.M. In response to Committee query, Mr. Salomone indicated the sign conforms to the Sign Ordinance. Committee concensus reflected approval of the project. DIEHL EVANS With the aid of a wall exhibit showing the proposed design of the project, Chris Salomone gave a staff report on the matter, indicating it is an expansion of an existing building . Mr. Jack Henthorn, representing the applicant, addressed the Committee. Mr. Henthorn indicated the project was previously approved by the Committee, and this is a request to scale it down. In response to Committee query regarding the applicants' willingness to participate in the parking agreement, Mr. Henthorn indicated that Mr. Evans is willing to cooperate as long as it will not inhibit development of his property. He added that Mr. Evans is well aware of the eventual risks. Committee discussion related to the issue of the applicants' participation in the parking agreement. Following discussion, the Committee found the plan acceptable and recommended approval of same. LAGUNA PLAZA Chris Salomone gave a staff report on t,.e matter, with t..e aid of wall exhibits showing the parking site plan and elevations. He indicated that Staff approval is contingent upon the applicant dedicating a ten foot right- of-way along Laguna for future expansion, which he has agreed to. He added that the applicant has also agreed to enter into a lien agreement for future improvements. Mr. Jack Henthorn, representing the applicant, addressed the Committee and responded to questions regarding parking. Ward Hal 1 Hayes Helton Moralez Holmes Sanchez Carney McCoy X X X X X X X MINUTES June 28, 1982 Page 3 Committee discussion reflected concensus that the ten foot dedication and lien agreement for future improvements were a reasonable trade-off. Also discussed was the concern regarding change of use. The Committee found the project consistent with the Design Manual, and recommended approval of same. OFF-AGENDA ITEM Mortgage Revenue Bonds Chairman Ward reported that he and Marty Orenyak have been working on the organization and promotion of mortgage revenue bonds for the City. He indicated that they have met with the City Manager, Mayor, and City Attorney regarding same. He continued that there will be a seminar put on by the City's bond counsel and underwriting agency for the purpose of familiarization and discussion for local builders and developers of the single family residential and multi-family residential programs. He added that they will also discuss industrial bonds for commercial funding. Chairman Ward requested the Committee authorize Staff to send letters to local builders and developers inviting them to attend the seminar on July 15, 1982 at 2:OO P.M. The Committee approved the request by Chairman Ward. NEW/OLD BUSINESS Railroad Lease Chris Salomone gave a brief staff report on the matter, referencing a copy of the Agenda Bill that will go before Council at their meeting of July 6, 1982, and indicating that the item was informational only. Committee discussion related to the 50 and 80 space alternatives. Committee concensus reflected their desire that proposal B-1 be redesigned to take advantage of the present turning radius of 25 feet, that some landscaping be included, and that small car spaces be incorporated into the design. The Committee requested that Staff forward their recommendation to the Council. Y MEMBERS Ward Hal 1 Hayes Helton Moralez Holmes Sanchez Carney McCoy Ward Hall Hayes He 1 ton Mora lez Holmes Sanchez Carney McCoy MINUTES June 28, 1982 Page 4 Desien Manual Ordinance Chris Salomone indicated this was an informational item, and referenced the Agenda Bill that will go before Council at their meeting of July 6, 1982. Member Hayes referenced page 2 of the Ordinance, Section 21.35.085, Permit Application, and suggested that the reference to ''him" be deleted and replaced with the "Director of Building and Housing." With regard to the composition of the Design Review Board, Member Hayes suggested that it be composed of the following: 2 representatives from the Planning Commission 2 representatives from the Housing & Redevelopment Advi s ory Committee 1 representative appointed by Council at large - either an architect or designer. The Committee briefly discussed the proposed composition of the Design Review Board. Michael Holzmiller of the Planning Department explained that it was structured that way as the Ordinance is written so that the Design Review Board can be the Planning Commission for the redevelopment area. He added that there are certain matters that have to be approved by the Planning Commission, and it was felt this would shorten the process. Further, the 3 Planning Commissioners would satisfy the Ordinance. The Committee recommended the revisions proposed by Member Hayes to the Council for consideration. Commercial Rehabilitation Chris Salomone gave a brief status report on the matter. Organizational Chart Chris Salomone indicated this was informational only, and referred to the chart prepared by Staff. Data Base Information - Redevelopment Area Chris Salomone gave a brief status report on the matter. San Diego Association of Governments Chris Salomone indicated this was informational only. Letter from Committee Chris Salomone indicated this was informational only. Ward Hal 1 Hayes Helton Moralez Holmes Sanchez Carney McCoy X X X X X c .. MINUTES June 28, 1982 P 5 Departmental Update Chris Salomone reported that the Downtown Merchants Association meets every Tuesday at 8:OO A.M. at the Chamber of Commerce. He added that people are taking an interest in the downtown area and he encouraged the Committee to attend the meetings. He further indicated that he would report to the Committee on the activities of the Association. Member Hayes suggested that Staff write a letter to the Merchants Association expressing appreciation for their taking an initiative, and inviting their members to attend the Housing and Redevelopment Advisory Committee meetings. The Committee concurred. Chris Salomone reported that Madison and Roosevelt Streets are out to bid. He added that Tyler Stret bids will close on June 30, 1982, and will be open July 7, 1982. Chris Salomone suggested that the Committee express their appreciation to Mr. Girard Anear who served as the Committee's Council Liaison. He added that there will be a luncheon in honor of Mayor Packard and Mr. Anear on Wednesday, June 30, 1982 at Pea Soup Andersen's. The Committee concurred. Chris Salomone reported that there is an Italian Deli going in on the west side of State Street. He added that Mr. Bob Nielsen is proposing a Chinese Restaurant in the same area. MEMBER HELTON LEFT AT 6:21 P.M. APPROVAL OF MINUTES (Approved by one motion) Minutes of the Special Meeting, held May 10, 1982, were approved as submitted. Minutes of the Regular Meeting, held May 24, 1982, were approved as submitted. ADJOURNMENT By proper motion the meeting was adjourned at 6:29 P.M. Respect fully Submitted , Ann R. Alleman Minutes Clerk MEMBERS ' Ward Hall Hayes Moralez Ho lme s Sanchez Carney McCoy X X X X X X X X