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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-02-20; City Council; MinutesCITY OF CARLSBAD CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP SPECIAL MEETING Faraday Administration Offices 1635 Faraday Avenue Room173A Carlsbad, CA 92008 Wednesday, February 20, 2008 11 a.m. to conclusion of business at approximately 1 p.m. MINUTES CALL TO ORDER: The Mayor called the meeting to order at 11:05 a.m. ROLL CALL: All Council Members were present. 1. Council discussion on Council Member reports on regional roles and assignments, as necessary, including: There was no discussion on this topic. Nygaard Buena Vista Lagoon JPA City/School Committee LOSSAN Corridor Board of Directors North County Dispatch Joint Powers Authority (alternate) North County Transit District Board of Directors North County Transit District Planning Committee Packard Buena Vista Lagoon JPA City/School Committee EFJPA Encina Joint Powers (JAC) Encina Wastewater Authority League of California Cities - SD Division League of California Cities Transportation, Communication & Public Works Committee North County Dispatch Joint Powers Authority Hall Chamber of Commerce Liaison League of California Cities Revenue and Taxation Committee SANDAG Board of Directors SANDAG Public Safety Committee SANDAG Executive Committee Kulchin American Coastal Coalition Board of Directors American Shore & Beach Preservation Association, Board of Directors CalCoast Board of Directors Carlsbad ConVis (alternate) Encina Joint Powers (JAC) Encina Wastewater Authority (EWA) North County Transit District (alternate) *San Diego Authority for Freeway Emergencies (SAFE) City Council Workshop February 20, 2008 Page 2 ndSANDAG Board of Directors (2 alternate) *SANDAG Shoreline Preservation Committee Lewis Chamber of Commerce Liaison LAFCO Cities Advisory Committee North County Mayors and Managers SANDAG (1st alternate) San Diego County Water Authority Board of Directors Public Comment: Diane Nygaard, 5020 Nighthawk Way, President of Preserve Calavera, spoke regarding item number three. Ms. Nygaard asked four questions: 1) Why does'nt the report, Prop C Open Space and Trails Property Acquisition Program, January 2008 (this document is on file in the Planning Office) match instructions given staff? 2) What process was used to prepare the properties list? Why are the Agua Hedionda and Buena Vista properties not on the list? 3) Why is the evaluation used in this document different than the evaluations used in previous documents? 4) What was the public input in this round of evaluations? Dr. William Kloetzer, 4335 Sunnyhill Drive, a Biologist, asked that Council consider location when ranking properties. (Mr. Kloetzer's letter to staff is on file in the Office of the City Clerk). He noted that Mariner's Cove could be a biologic and ecologic asset because of its location near the reserve. 2. Discussion of campaign signs in City right of way and medians. The Mayor led the discussion regarding the limitation of campaign signage in the public right of ways and medians. He confirmed that he and Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin were in favor of sign limitation. Council Member Nygaard stated that she, too, could vote in favor of campaign sign limits. City Attorney Ron Ball discussed the laws regarding campaign signage on private property and in the public right of ways and medians. He noted that campaign signs were permitted on private property with the owner's permission. He further noted that Council can regulate the time, manner and placement of campaign signage in the public right of ways and medians. Council concurred to limit public campaign signage to the 20 days prior to an election. City Attorney Ball noted that he would return to a Regular Council meeting with appropriate documents for a formal vote on this item. 3. Discussion and update on Open Space acquisitions, Open Space Committee reports including update to list of candidate acquisitions. Senior Planner Mike Grim gave an update on this item. Mr. Grim distributed the following documents for Council review (these documents are on file in the Office of the City Clerk): Introduction and Background Property Acquisition Ranking Criteria Open Space Acquisition Program - Subsequent Correspondence 2-20-08 Open Space Acquisition Proposal - State Properties . INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND This report is a follow up to the Proposition C Open Space and Trails Ad Hoc Citizen's Advisory Committee Final Report, accepted by the City Council on March 13, 2007. A copy of the Final Report is available on the City's website at httD://www.carlsbadca.gov/pdfdoc.html?pid=530. At their September 19, 2007 workshop, the City Council discussed the status of the properties ranked by the Prop C Open Space Committee and directed staff to analyze three additional areas of the City, namely: the State of California properties at Palomar Airport Road, the SDG&E owned properties on the south shore of Agua Hedionda, and the Sunny Creek area. In addition, the City Council requested that members of the former Prop C Open Space Committee be given the opportunity to review the proposals and comment on their analysis and ranking. Materials from the September 2007 workshop are contained .in Section 2 of this report. The three additional areas have been geographically defined, analyzed using the approved ranking criteria, and ranked along with the previously-nominated properties. Section 3 of this report contains descriptions of the ranking criteria and Sections 5, 6, and 7 of this report contain the staff-prepared nomination forms and property analysis, along with some aerial photos indicating the property locations. Section 4 of this report contains a revised ranking list, including both the original and newly nominated properties. Also included is a revised matrix summarizing the property's potential contribution to the City's Open Space system, HMP benefits, trail system benefits, and the possibility of use for City project mitigation. All property owners have been advised of the nomination of their property and have been invited to contact staff with any questions and attend the upcoming City Council workshop. As requested by the City Council, the Prop C Open Space Committee members were asked to review the analysis of the three additional areas and provide comments. As of the date of this report, no Committee member comments have been received. NOMINATED PROPERTY SUMMARY AND STATUS The three new open space areas identified by the City Council are: State Properties The 22.83 acre area noted as "State Properties" contains two State owned parcels located between Carlsbad Boulevard and the North San Diego Railroad, between Palomar Airport Road and the City owned Cannon Lake property. South Agua Hedionda Lagoon Properties The area noted as "South Agua Hedionda Properties" contain the four parcels located between the south shore of Agua Hedionda and Cannon Road, east of Interstate 5 as well as two parcels south of Cannon Road. The approximately 325 acre area does not include the State Department of Fish and Game Ecological Preserve Area located in the eastern portion of the lagoon basin. Sunny Creek Properties The area noted as "Sunny Creek Properties" follows the alignment of Agua Hedionda Creek and the associated riparian habitat and floodplain from the Rancho Carlsbad golf course in the west to the County owned property north of the City Safety Center in the east. A total of 11 parcels, covering over 143 acres, are contained in the Sunny Creek Properties area. There are two properties discussed at the September 2007 workshop that have changed in their acquisition status. There properties are: Calavera Village H - The property owner has amended their previous offer and included, three purchasing options. A copy of the latest proposal is attached. Mitsuuchi Property - The Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation (BLF), California Coastal Conservancy, and California Department of Fish and Game have indicated that they can secure adequate funding for the acquisition and management of the Mitsuuchi Property; no City funds are necessary. The property acquisition proposal by the State is scheduled for the Wildlife Conservation Board for funding authorization in February 2008. McMillin Land Development December 19,2007 A Corky McMillin Company Cynthia Haas City of Carlsbad . 163 5 Faraday Ave. Carlsbad, CA 92008 Ms. Haas, As a follow up to my letter of December 10th and our meeting that same afternoon with you, Don Neu, Sandy Holder, and Mike Grim, I'd like to raise an additional few alternatives as possible solutions here. I'd also like to further clarify the fact that the appraisal I provided you at $667,000 is not our "bottom-line" asking price for this property. At the same time, you understand that we cannot agree to simply turn over die property to the City for a purchase price of zero. We would hope to find a dollar figure which the City is comfortable paying and which is also a fair amount for Calavera Hills n, LLC (owner). Please remember that the CF designation was required of us in a location which was originally approved by the City for 42 single-family residential home sites. In addition, we constructed the left-turn pocket at Victoria & Carlsbad Village Drive (at a cost of more than $500,000) along with some street widening which was a condition in the Master Plan to develop the parcel as a CF site. I see the following as options to consider: 1. City acquires all the acreage of Village H (~66 acres). This includes the CF site, the open space north of Carlsbad Village Drive (permanently endowed and managed in perpetuity by CNLM), and the open space south of Carlsbad Village Drive (including RV Storage site - this would need to be deeded to the RV Association). This scenario would be the option in which we would accept the lowest offer, due to the City agreeing to take ownership of the entire remainder parcel of Village H. 2. City acquires approximately one-third of the acreage of Village H (~23 acres). This includes the CF site and open'space south of Carlsbad Village Drive (including RV Storage site which would need to be deeded to the RV Association). This scenario would -. be the option in which we would expect to see a higher purchase offer than scenario number #1 above. 3. City acquires only the land which encompasses the CF site (approx 32 acres). This leaves McMillin with the need to address the underlying ownership of the remaining approximately 62 acres of open space, and as such we would expect to see a significantly higher purchase price than the two options listed above. In all three scenarios listed above, as part of the sale, it would of course be necessary that the City relieve us of the CF obligation as part of the Calavera Hills II Master Plan Amendment document. To accomplish that, either the City could find that the use of the property for open space falls within the definition of CF use, or the City could find that since the CF zone was adopted subsequent to the Calavera Hills Master Plan application being deemed complete, it does not apply to this property. In addition, we anticipate that the City would also relieve us of the obligation to construct a trail through Village H. In scenario #3 above, the City would have to agree to be responsible for making any trail improvements, if desired. If the City will not consider any of the above options, or is not willing to pay Calavera a reasonable agreed-upon price for this land, then Calavera will move forward with plans to develop the site with a CF use per the approved Master Plan. Thank you for your consideration of this matter. Gates "Project Manager McMillin Land Development Copy to: Brian Milicn Don Mitchell AV AV AV A\ AVMcMillin Realty McMillin Mortgage McMillin Land Development McMillin Homes McMillin Commercial Mailing Address: P.O. Box 85104 • San Diego, CA 92186-5104 2750 Womble Road • San Diego, CA 92106 TEL .(619) 477-4117 • FAX (619) 336-3119 PROPERTY ACQUISITION RANKING CRITERIA The following criteria were derived by the Proposition C Open Space and Trails Ad Hoc Committee and approved by the City Council on October 10, 2006. Each criterion is accompanied by a briet description. GROUP A RANKING CRITERIA (24 TO 20 POINTS EACH) Contains narrow endemics, vernal pools, and other species of special interest: (24 points) - The property has been surveyed by a certified biologist and found to contain species of special interest, such as narrow endemic species or vernal pools. A list of narrow endemic species is contained on page D-l 12 of the City's Habitat Management Plan (copy attached). Provides connectivity of biological/wildlife corridors (23 points) - Acquisition and preservation of the property would result /n fhe connection of a biological or wildlife corridor, either through direct linkage for animals or as a stepping stone connection for birds. v^ . - Serves both habitat and trail linkage purposes (22 points) - Acquisition and preservation of the property would benefit the preserve, system for the City's Habitat Management Plan (HMP) and provide fora trail linkage identified on the City's Comprehensive Trail Master Plan (trails shown on aerial maps located in Sections 5 and 8). Provides for trails or trail linkages (21 points) - Acquisition and preservation of the property would provide for a new trail or a missing trail linkage Identified on the City's Comprehensive Trail Master Plan. Contains native habitat (20 points) - The property contains some form of native habitat, either undisturbed or disturbed; this does not include native weed species. GROUP B RANKING CRITERIA (14 TO 11 POINTS EACH) Meets multiple priorities contained in the City's Open Space and Conservation Resource Management Plan fOSCRMP) (14 points) - Prepared in 1992, the City's OSCRMP evaluates a variety of types of open space and established open space priorities for the City. In addition to habitat for plants and animals and trails, other OSCRMP priority open space types include green ways and scenic/cultural/educational open space. Located within the Habitat Management Plan fHMPl Focus Planning Areas (13 points) - Based upon the existing distribution of vegetation communities and sensitive species, the City's HMP identifies several areas of interest for future conservation, known as Focus Planning Areas. A map of the Focus Planning Areas is contained in Figure 4, page D-3, of the HMP (copy attached). Located within or adjacent to existing Habitat Management Plan (HMP1 preserve system (12 points) - The HMP describes a native habitat preserve system that, upon assemblage, will contain approximately 6,400 acres. A map of the current preserve system is located on Figure 28 of the HMP (copy attached). Type of habitat is priority in HMP fe.a. wetlands, riparian) (11 points) - The HMP lists several habitat types that are higher priority for preservation, namely: coastal salt marsh, alkali marsh, freshwater marsh, estuarine, salt pan/mudflats, riparian forests and. woodlands, flood channel, fresh water Engelmann oak woodland, coast live oak woodland, southern coastal bluff scrub, southern maritime chaparral, native grasslands, and"coastal sage scrub occupied by California Cnatcatchers. GROUP C RANKING CRITERIA (5 TO 1 POINTS EACH) Contains paleontoloaical. archeoloaical. cultural resources (5 points) - The property has been surveyed by a certified paleontologist, archeologist, or historian and found to contain, or is highly likely to contain, paleontological, archeological, or cultural resources. Provides connectivity of scenic or other open spaces (4 points) - Acquisition and preservation of the property would provide for connecting scenic, developed, or other types of open space, including but not limited to native habitats and wildlife corridors. Enhances water quality (3 points) - Acquisition and preservation of the property would involve the enhancement of water quality within the watershed, including but not limited to, erosion control and channel maintenance. Property not in need of habitat rehabilitation/reveaetation (2 points) - The property contains complete and healthy native habitat coverage and, therefore, does not need any habitat restoration or revegetation. Possesses special or unique circumstances (1 point) - There are special circumstances related to the property or the property possess characteristics that would enhance open space and/or trail linkages that are not listed above. FEBRUARY 20, 2008 TO: CITY MANAGER VIA: Community Development Director FROM: Senior Planner OPEN SPACE ACQUISITION PROGRAM - SUBSEQUENT CORRESPONDENCE After distribution of the Property Analysis and Ranking reports for the three additional areas on January 30, 2008, the City received two pertinent correspondences from the public. This information should be added to the staff report for consideration at the February 20, 2008 City Council Workshop. The first letter, received on February 11, 2008, is from the owner of Parcel I of the Sunny Creek Properties. As described in the attached correspondence, the property owner has "an open mind" with regard to possible City acquisition for open space preservation purposes. The property owner also requested adjustment of the reported acreage of his property. The second letter, received February 19, 2008 and previously distributed, requests that the City Council consider acquisition of a parcel on the north shore of Agua Hedionda Lagoon as part of the program. Staff has reviewed the nomination form and application of ranking criteria and can concur with the analysis. The property is designated Residential Medium Density (RM) in the General Plan, Residential Density - Multiple with a Qualified Development Overlay (RD-M-Q). The site is currently undergoing environmental review associated with a development proposal for 40 residential condominiums. MICHAEL GRIM( ^—«•-' MG:mg c: City Attorney Planning Director Economic Development Manager Assistant Planning Director Principal Planner Thursday, February 07,2008 f€& Michael Grimm, Senior Planner City of Carlsbad 1635 Faraday Ave. Carlsbad, CA 92008-7314 SUBJECT: Meeting of Jan. 31,2008, with Chase and Perrin Coman, concerning the Carlsbad Open Space Property Acquisition Ranking project Dear Mr. Grimm, It was a pleasure meeting you last week at your Faraday office to discuss the Carlsbad Open Space Property Acquisition Ranking project. As you know, our first notification from the city regarding this project (dated Jan. 2, 2008) was rather brief and lacking in detail. The generous time you gave to answer all our questions and to supply us with relevant materials certainly generated an opening spirit of trust. This is no small matter, given the subject. We regret that we will be out of state for the Open Space Property Acquisition Workshop on Jan. 20, otherwise we would certainly attend. We appreciate being kept informed about discussions, developments, and printed materials generated by this meeting. As for our property, you may tell the city that we have an open mind concerning its interest in our land. And please add that we appreciate the city's "willing seller" position. Specifically, we are glad that the city's position of record is that it will not attempt to condemn or otherwise seek to claim our property through eminent domain. Also regarding our property, there is an error in the planning department's "Property Analysis and Ranking for Three Additional Areas" report dated Jan 2008. The report states our parcel (Sunny Creek Properties, Section 7, pg. 7; Parcel I, APN 209-040-15; Chase Coman Trust) is 8.67 acres. This is not correct. The total acreage of this parcel is 9.59 acres. We would like to see that corrected for the record. Finally, thank you for the information concerning the proposed "Cliff Hanger" office development on Palmer Way being considered for shoe-homing into that fingernail of land that adjoins our property line and Russell Grosse's property. We will contact Shannon regarding this. But suffice to say, it seems oxymoronic that the open space committee goes to all that trouble to identify our properties as precious open space, while on the other hand the city considers approving a building that will gravely impact the integrity of that same open space. Sincerely, Open Space Acquisition Proposal - State Properties Property Identification: APN 210-090-07 and 210-100-10 Contact Information: Mike Grim, Carlsbad Planning Department 1635 Faraday Av, Carlsbad CA 92008 760-602-4623 mgrim@ci.carlsbad.ca.us Description of Property: Contains narrow endemics, etc: Unknown for certain - no site specific biological studies are available. According to the MHCP mapping previously used by the Open Space Committee, no narrow endemic or species of concern are identified in the area. Given their disturbed state, it is unlikely that any narrow endemic species or other species of interest exist on the properties. Provides connectivity of biological/wildlife corridors The properties are adjacent to the railroad right-of-way, which could provide some connectivity however the properties are far removed from the HMP Preserve and not located near any mapped wildlife corridors. Serves both habitat and trail linkage purposes South of the site is identified on the Citywide Trails Map as a future unpaved open space trail and provides upland habitat adjacent to the lagoon. Provides for trails or trail linkages 21 points No future Citywide trails are identified on the properties. However, an existing sidewalk connection links property to the south of Palomar Airport Road to the Citywide system and there is potential to provide access to the north through these properties. Contains native habitat 20 points According to the City's Vegetation Map contained in the HMP, the northern property contains some disturbed wetland/riparian vegetation. Meets multiple priorities of the OSCRMP 14 points The OSCRMP lists wetlands as an open space acquisition priorities. Depending on the eventual state of the properties other types of open space, such as public gathering places or scenic view areas, could be developed as well. Located within HMP Focus Planning Areas The site is not located within the HMP Focus Planning Area Located within or adjacent to existing HMP Preserve The site is not located within and adjacent to the HMP Hardline Preserve. Type of habitat is priority in HMP 11 points According to the City's Vegetation Map contained in the HMP, the northern property contains riparian/wetland vegetation which are priorities in the HMP. Contains paleontological, archeological resources 5 points No site specific surveys have been conducted. The Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR) for the City's 1994 General Plan Update indicates that the properties have a potential for Quaternary period paleontological resources. The MEIR also notes an archeologically sensitive site nearby. Provides connectivity of scenic or other open spaces 4 points Preservation of the property would preclude development and enhance the scenic quality of the coastal area and Carlsbad Boulevard, which is listed as a Scenic Roadway in the City's General Plan. Enhances water quality 3 points The property contains wetlands and a portion of Cannon Lake, therefore preservation of the property would serve to-enhance water quality of waters at Cannon Lake Property not in need of habitat enhancement Most of the property contains disturbed or non-native habitat and property enhancement or restoration would be necessary. Possesses special or unique circumstances TOTAL POINTS 78 POINTS STATE OF CALIFORNIA- RESOURCES AGENCY _ Arnold SchWJfMMggy , Govamof DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION RUTH COLEMAN, DIRECTOR San Diego Coast District 4477 Pacific Highway San Diego, CA 921 10 (61 9) 688-3260 FAX (61 9) 688-3229 A January 15, 2008 JAN 2008 Michael Grim P!anning D6partment City of Carlsbad Planning Department &&£* 1635 Faraday Avenue Carlsbad, CA 92008-73 14 Subject: City of Carlsbad Open Space Property Acquisition Ranking . Dear Mr. Grim, Thank you for notifying us of your interest in acquiring two parcels (APN #'s 210-090-07 and 210-100-10) owned by California State Parks (CSP). At present CSP has no interest in selling the parcels. We recognize that the site supports significant natural and cultural resources and is a valuable resource within the City of Carlsbad. We appreciate the City's commitment to providing native habitats and recreational trail linkages. We share this commitment and have, in past communications, proposed a partnership with the City to further this goal. Please feel free to contact Brian Ketterer (760) 720-7001 if you're interested in discussing partnership opportunities or if you have questions or need more information. Thank you for your interest. ~ Sincerely, d- Ronilee A. Clark District Superintendent California State Parks, San Diego Coast District Cc Brian Ketterer, North Sector Superintendent Bill Mennell, Professional Services Manager Darren Smith, Environmental Scientist Reading File Open Space Acquisition Proposal - South Agua Hedionda Properties Property Identification: APN 211-010-05, -24, -28, -31; 211-023-11 and-13 Contact Information: Mike Grim, Carlsbad Planning Department 1635 Faraday Av, Carlsbad CA 92008 760-602-4623 mgrim@ci.carlsbad.ca.us Description of Property: , Contains narrow endemics, etc: 24 points Unknown for certain - no site specific biological studies are available. According to the MHCP maps used previously by the Open Space Committee, the area near the site contains Osprey, a major population ofSaltmarsh skippers, and a critical foraging area for Northern harrier, all of which are species of interest. •-' Provides connectivity of biological/wildlife corridors 23 points Three of the properties are adjacent to the Agua Hedionda Lagoon and would provide a wide corridor for the movement of animals and plants through the area. . Serves both habitat and trail linkage purposes 22 points The Citywide Trails Map indicates a future unpaved Circulation Element open space trail along the north shore of the lagoon, coincident with the existing Coastal Sage Scrub habitat. Provides for trails or trail linkages 21 points The Citywide Trails Map indicates a future unpaved Circulation Element open space trail along the north shore of the lagoon, tying the lagoon frontage to the Circulation Element sidewalk connections on Cannon Road. * Contains native habitat 20 points According to the City's Vegetation Map contained in the HMP, the northern portion of the lagoon-fronting properties contains Coastal Sage Scrub and Southern coastal salt marsh habitat. Meets multiple priorities of the OSCRMP 14 points The OSCRMP lists wetlands as an open space acquisition priority and preservation of the property would enhance water quality and viewshed aesthetics, both of which are also OSCRMP priorities. Located within HMP Focus Planning Areas 13 points The northern portion of the site is located within the Core Area #4 of the HMP Focus Planning Area. Located within or adjacent to existing HMP Preserve 12 points The northern portion of the site is located within the HMP Hardline Preserve. Type of habitat is priority in HMP " 11 points According to the City's Vegetation Map contained in the HMP, the northern properties contains Coastal Sage Scrub and Southern coastal salt •'•' marsh habitats which are priorities in the HMP. Contains paleontological, archeological resources 5 points No site specific surveys have been conducted. The Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR) for the City's 1994 General Plan Update indicates that the properties have a potential for Quaternary period paleontological resources. The MEIR also notes the site as a known archeologically sensitive area. Provides connectivity of scenic or other open spaces 4 points Preservation of the properties would preclude development and enhance the scenic quality of the coastal and lagoon area and Cannon Road, which is listed as a Scenic Roadway in the City's General Plan. Enhances water quality 3 points The properties currently contain agricultural"uses adjacent to a sensitive coastal resource. Preservation of the properties would preclude development and allow for natural water runoff and percolation, enhancing water quality of the lagoon. Property not in need of habitat enhancement Most of the property has been cleared for agriculture and property enhancement or restoration would be necessary. Possesses special or unique circumstances TOTAL POINTS (all properties) 172 POINTS Open Space Acquisition Proposal - Sunny Creek Properties Property Identification: APNs: 209-040-15 and 44, 209-060-23, -61, -64, -65, -66, -67, -68, and -69, and 209-070-07 Contact Information: Mike Grim, Carlsbad Planning Department 1635 Faraday Av, Carlsbad CA 92008 760-602-4623 mgrim@ci.carlsbad.ca.us Description of Property: Contains narrow endemics, etc: 24 points According to the MHCP maps used by the Open Space Committee for other nominated properties, there are many species of concern within the area, including California Gnatcatcher. Provides connectivity of biological/wildlife corridors 23 points The properties are located within Core Area 5 of the HMP Focus Planning Area, as well as being located within MHCP Biological Core and Linkage Area (BCLA). In addition, riparian areas are frequently used for wildlife movement and the dispersion of plant species. Serves both habitat and trail linkage purposes 22 points The future alignment of College Boulevard, which traverses the Sunny Creek Properties, contains a Citywide trail and the habitat benefits are described above. Provides for trails or trail linkages 21 points The future alignment of College Boulevard, which traverses the Sunny Creek Properties, contains a Citywide trail. Acquisition of the property could accelerate the development of the trail. Contains native habitat 20 points According to the City's Vegetation Map contained in the HMP, the properties contain both riparian/wetland habitat and upland habitats, such as Coastal Sage Scrub. 10 Meets multiple priorities of the OSCRMP 14 points The OSCRMP lists wetlands as an open space acquisition priority and preservation of the properties would improve water quality, which is also an OSCRMP priority. Located within HMP Focus Planning Areas 13 points The site is located within Core Area #5 of the HMP Focus Planning Area Located within or adjacent to existing HMP Preserve 12 points The site is located within a Standards Area of the HMP Preserve. Type of habitat is priority in HMP 11 points According to the City's Vegetation Map contained in the HMP, the properties contain riparian/wetland and Coastal Sage Scrub vegetation which are priorities in the HMP. Contains paleontological, archeological resources 5 points' No site specific surveys have been conducted. The Master Environmental Impact Report (MEIR) for the City's 1994 General Plan Update indicates that the properties have a potential for Tertiary and Cretaceous period paleontological resources. The MEIR also notes an archeologically sensitive site within the area. Provides connectivity of scenic or other open spaces 4 points Preservation of the properties would preclude development and enhance the scenic quality of the inland area and College Boulevard, which is listed as a Scenic Roadway in the City's General Plan. Enhances water quality 3 points The properties contain riparian/wetlands therefore preservation of the property would serve to provide a buffer and enhance water quality ofAgua Hedionda Creek and Agua Hedionda Lagoon downstream. Property not in need of habitat enhancement Most of the upland portions of the properties have undergone agricultural disturbance and would necessitate enhancement or restoration. In addition, riparian/wetland buffer areas would need to be established for long term preservation of the biological resources. 11 Possesses special or unique circumstances TOTAL POINTS (all properties) 172 POINTS 12 From: <benteq@adelphia.net> To: <Mgrim@ci.carisbad.ca.us> Date: 01/11/2007 10:42:26 AM Subject: Open Space Advisory Committee Mike: This email is in response to the City's Ad-Hoc Committee's (Open Space & Trails) recent report. Two of the properties identified in the report for open space or trails acquisition are the subject of development plans that my partners and I are preparing with the property owners; the first is known as the Lubliner property; the second is the RCOA Parcel 4 property. Preliminary Applications for both properties have been processed with City staff. Since the Committee's report does not specify the scope of any proposed acquisition (i.e. open space or trails), I cannot yet determine to what extent the proposed trails or open space might conflict with our intended land use and development. In any event, we trust the City will be considerate of our rights and interests as it proceeds with this Open Space & Trails program and we look forward to working with staff to achieve our mutual goals. If you require any additional information about these properties in the mean time, please don't hesitate to contact me, or our lead consultant, Bob Ladwig. Thank you, '•'.-•- David M. Bentley, President Bentley Equity, Inc. CC: <bkenn@ci.carlsbad.ca.us>; <ldg@dwilsoneng.com>, <bara52©roadrunner.com>, <marcwing@cox.net>, <knotax@hpz!aw.com>, <Horjo@aol.com> PROPOSITION C OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS COMMITTEE PROPERTY ANALYSIS (AS OF JANUARY 28, 2008 - new information in italics) OS Committee or Staff Ranking 1 2 2 4 4 6 Property Name Quarry Creek Sherman Property (trail easments) Calavera Village H Sunny Creek Properties (11) 5. Agua Hedionda Properties (6) Co. Airport Property (OS easement) Acreage (approximate) 100 acres 13.4 acres, trail acreage unknown. 60 acres 143.86 acres 325 acres 204 acres Adds Open Space to City System Yes No - property is already conserved. Potentially, if the 3.2 acre CF site is designated OS. Yes - habitat and floodplain areas are outside of existing Open Space. Yes- one of the properties is designatedfor future development, No - property is already conserved Benefits HMP Yes No - property is already conserved. Potentially, if 3.2 acre CF site is conserved and replanted. Yes - additional habitat preservation and wetlands buffering is possible. Yes — conservation couldprovide revegetation and additional buffers No - property is within County MHCP. Adds Trails to City System Yes Yes No - City trail already exists on property Yes -future City trail traverses the properties. Yes -future City trail traverses the properties. Yes - portion of property is designated for City trail. Land Use Conflicts Yes - portion of site is designated for residential land uses No - trails would not conflict with land use designations. Yes -a 3. 2 acre portion of site is designated Community Facilities' Yes — most of the properties are designated for future residential development. Yes — one of the properties is designated for future commercial development. No — property is already conserved Mitigation Credit Potential subject to Agency approval. No - property is already conserved. No Potential subject to Agency approval Potential subject to Agency approval. No Willing Seller Status No Yes Yes Varied status Unknown No \ PROPOSITION C OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS COMMITTEE PROPERTY ANALYSIS (AS OF JANUARY 28, 2008 - new information in italics) OS Committee or Staff Ranking 7 7 7 10 11 12 13 Property Name KatQ Property Mandana Property CUSD High School Site Lubliner Property (trail easement) Rancho Carlsbad Mitsuuchi Property Murphy Property Acreage (approximate) 73 acres 186 acres 58 acres, unused portion size unknown. 1 7 acres, trail acreage unknown. 1.1 acres 1 8 acres 1 7 acres Adds Open Space to City System Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Yes Benefits HMP Yes - only a portion of the site would be conserved if developed. Yes - only a portion of the site would be conserved if developed. No Yes — property would be included in HMP Preserve. Yes — property would be included in HMP Preserve. Yes - property would be included in HMP Preserve. Adds Trails to City System Potentially - City trail system could be amended to include the property. Yes - future City trail located on property. No Yes - future City trail located on property. Yes - future City trail located on property. Land Use Conflicts Yes - portion of site is designated for residential land uses. Yes - portion of site is designated for residential land uses. No - proposal only includes unused' School property No - trail would not conflict with land use designations. Yes - portion of site is designated for residential land uses. Yes - portion of site is designated for residential land uses. Yes - portion of site is designated for residential land uses. Mitigation Credit Potential subject to Agency approval. Potential subject to Agency approval. Potential subject to Agency approval. No Potential subject to Agency approval. Potential subject to Agency approval. Potential subject to Agency approval. Willing Seller Status Undetermined No No No" No Yes No PROPOSITION C OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS COMMITTEE PROPERTY ANALYSIS (AS OF JANUARY 28, 2008 - new information in italics) OS Committee or Staff Ranking 14 15 16 Property Name Pomsettia Vernal Pools Brodiaea Preserve State Properties (2) Acreage (approximate) 16 acres 1 acre 22. 83 acres Adds Open Space to City System No No No —properties already designated Open Space Benefits HMP Yes - conservation would allow new take permit for vernal pool species. Yes - conservation would maintain take permit for Brodiaea. Yes — conservation would provide management for wetlands Adds Trails to City System No No Yes -potential for additional trail linkage to the north Land Use Conflicts No - property is already conserved. No — property is already conserved. No —property is already designated Open Space' in General Plan Mitigation Credit No No Potential subject to Agency approval Willing Seller Status Yes Yes No DRAFT 2008 Strategic Goals and Major Objectives The Carlsbad City Council embraces the concept of promoting Economic, Social and Environmental Sustainability. Focus areas for 2008 are; • Financial Health • Balanced Community Development Balanced Community Development Be a city that connects community, place and spirit, through balanced and economically sustainable land uses. Major Objectives Community Vision • General Plan / LCP / Zone Code Update / PEIR o Barrio Land Use • Prop D Implementation Power Plant discussion / land use Land use opportunities for economic development Redevelopment Expiration Options Plaza Camino Real Renovation /'Expansion Carlsbad / Oceanside Boundary Adjustment Campaign Sign Ordinance Revision Development Review Process Implementation & Follow Up Citizen Connection and Partnership Be a city that embraces Community connectivity through the effective use of technological and interpersonal mediums. Major Objective Citizen Access and response Goals & Major Objectives Page 1 of4 DRAFT Communication Ensure that community members, Council and staff are well informed, continuing to be a more responsive government while providing a high level of citizen confidence in its government. Major Objective City Internet presence Environmental Management An environmentally sensitive community by focusing on: conservation, storm water, sewage collection and treatment, solid waste, and cost effective and efficient use of energy including alternative energy sources. Major Objectives Greenhouse Gas / Carbon output regulation Storm water Management Sewer system integrity (Waste Discharge Requirements) Financial Health Pursue and implement proactive strategies that support sustainable economic health and manage City resources effectively. Major Objectives Charter City Economic Development Revenue Generation Financial monitoring and reporting Learning. Culture and Arts Promote and support continuous learning, cultural opportunities and the arts within the community and the City organization. Major Objective Library Learning Center Goals & Major Objectives Page 2 of4 DRAFT Parks / Open Space / Trails Acquire, develop and maintain a broad range of open space and recreational facilities that actively address citizen needs which are fiscally responsible, and are consistent with the General Plan and Growth Management Standards. Major Objectives Alga Norte • Community Park • Swim Complex Open Space • Open Space Acquisition • Open Space Maintenance Safe Community Maintain a safe and secure community through collaborative partnerships. Public safety providers support high standards, deliver protection of life and property, and encourage community involvement in prevention and preparedness efforts. Major Objective Joint First Responders Training Facility Transportation / Circulation Provide and support a safe and efficient transportation system that moves people, services and goods throughout Carlsbad. Major Objectives El Camino Real Master Plan completion Poinsettia Reach E Road and Bridge Improvements La Costa Avenue Road Diet Water Ensure, in the most cost-effective manner, water quality and reliability to the maximum extent practical, to deliver high quality potable and reclaimed water incorporating drought-resistant community principles. Major Objectives Desalination Project Reclaimed Water Water supply planning / conservation Goals & Major Objectives Page 3 of4 DRAFT Civic Project Priority List 1. Fire Station #3 2. Leo Carrillo Park Ph. Ill 3. Leo Carrillo Barn 4. Civic Center 5. Public Works Center 6. Robertson Ranch Park 7. Poinsettia Comm. Park 8. Aviara Comm. Center 9. Pine Comm. Center 10. Cole Library Exp 11. Zone 5 Park 12. Veteran's Park Goals & Major Objectives Page 4 of4 City Council Workshop February 20, 2008 Page 3 Open Space Acquisition Proposal - South Agua Hedionda Open Space Acquisition Proposal - Sunny Creek Proposition C Open Space and Trails Committee Property Analysis 1-08 Mr. Grim asked that Council review the most current list of properties. Council unanimously concurred that they were not considering condemnation of any property; they noted that they were only looking for willing sellers. Mr. Grim stated that the Fish and Game Agency had purchased the Mitsuuchi Property on Batiquitos Lagoon. Council discussion ensued regarding the purchase of Sunny Creek properties by either developers or the City. Mr. Grim spoke about the status of three properties: State properties, South Agua Hedionda properties and the Sunny Creek properties. Mr. Grim noted that he had shared this data with the original members of the Open Space Committee and had received no comments or feedback. Park Planner Liz Ketabian distributed and discussed the map of missing trail linkages. (This map is on file in the Office of the City Clerk). The Mayor asked that staff continue to look for willing sellers and identify properties, other than those acquired from developers, that can link trails. Mayor Lewis and Council concurred that they welcomed public input and suggestions regarding open space property acquisition. At 12:10 p.m. the Mayor declared a recess. Council returned to the Workshop at 12:20 p.m. 4. Discussion, update and adoption of City of Carlsbad 2008 Strategic Goals and related objectives. City Manager Lisa Hildabrand distributed the draft 2008 Strategic Goals and Major Objectives for Council review and refinement. (This document is on file in the Office of the City Clerk). Council concurred to add "Grand Avenue parking efficiencies" to the Major Objectives of the Transportation/Circulation Goal. Council and Manager discussion ensued regarding the Civic Project Priority List. Ms. Hildabrand noted that this is only a priority and planning list with no direct funding tied to it. Council asked that matching funds and grants be sought to help fund these projects. 5. Discussion of Council efficiency and effectiveness including impact of regional assignments with regard to contact with other Council members, decision and policymaking, serving the community and effective methods of feedback. Mayor Lewis commended Council Member Hall's work as Carlsbad's SANDAG representative. 6. City Manager review of goal and major project tracking report and update discussion of Council goal setting process and discussion of capacity and effectiveness in the delivery of City processes and services. City Manager Hildabrand distributed the Athena Significant Projects List for Council review. Council Members asked for updates on the status of the Village Redevelopment Standards, Ponto development, the Prop D Committee and Poinsettia Reach E. 7. Discussion of feedback, communications or correspondence on issues for the good of the community, including directions to the City Manager or City Attorney, as City Council Workshop February 20, 2008 Page 4 appropriate, for the scheduling of items for future agendas, workshops or study sessions. There was no discussion on this item. The Mayor adjourned the Workshop at 12:53 p.m. Lorraine M. Wood, Certified Municipal Clerk Carlsbad City Clerk