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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-01-22; City Council; MinutesMINUTES SPECIAL MEETING: CITY COUNCIL PLANNING SESSION DATE: January 22,2013 TIME: 8:30 AM PLACE: Safety Training Center Conference Room, Mayor Hall called the meeting to order on January 22,2013 at 8:30 am. Present: Hall, Packard, Blackburn, Douglas and Wood. The Mayor welcomed the participants to the session. Public Comment: Fred Briggs, CaHsbad, addressed Council regarding the need to improve restroom facilities in the beach area and regarding proposals for cost savings. Ray Bender, San Marcos, addressed Council regarding concerns about the operation of Palomar Airport, the proposal to extend the runway. Compliance with CaHsbad CUP 172, and Palomar Landfill issues. He submitted a letter, dated January 22,2013 detailing his specific concerns (Copy on file in the City Clerk's Office). Planning Session: Intenm City Manager John Coates presented an overview of city accomplishments for 2012. He noted the many changes that have occurred in the organization dunng this time and expressed optimism regarding the future of the organization. Session Facilitator Michelle Tamayo reviewed the day's agenda topics as follows: 1. Where we are today 2. Innovations 3. WoHd-class city 4. World-class organization 5. Working together 1. Where we are today. Intenm City Manager John Coates presented an overview of the Community Vision and Core Values, (Copy on file in the City Clerk's Office), and reviewed trends and efforts to streamline operations and reduce operational costs. Page 1 Community Vision Statements: Small town feel, beach community character and connectedness Open space and the natural environment Access to recreation and active, healthy lifestyles The local economy, business diversity and touHsm Walking, biking, public transportation and connectivity Sustainability History, the arts and cultural resources High quality education and community services Neighborhood revitalization, community design and livability Senior Management Analyst Greg Hermann presented a review ofthe results ofthe Resident Survey, that included a comparison of results for the last five years (Copy on file in the City Clerk's Office). Council Members discussed the results and the need for improvement. Though the responses were relatively favorable, the Council concurred that the City should strive to raise the satisfaction rates even more. Council Members concurred that future surveys be modified to provide additional information (qualitative information) regarding the responses. Deputy City Manager Cynthia Haas presented an overview of pnority projects (PowerPoint on file in the City Clerk's Office.) She overviewed efforts to promote organizational sustainability, such as Best Value Services, IT Strategy, and Pay for Performance. Community and Economic Development Director Gary Barbeno presented the update on the local economy, business diversity and tounsm. He outlined efforts for job creation, business outreach, and property tax stabilization. Mr. Barberio also discussed TOT projections as a result of new hotels coming online (Hilton and Legoland Hotels). Mr. Barbeno also reported on efforts by north county cities to create a branding campaign in order to encourage businesses to relocate in this area, and methods used to reach out to brokers and businesses. Council discussed and expressed support for efforts to promote existing businesses in the community and entice others to relocate to CaHsbad. Mr. BarbeHo also reported on efforts to balance land use policies and the general plan with changes in the community. He reviewed some ofthe changing demographics, noting that citizens are getting older, living longer, and have different recreational interests than previous generations. Mr. Barberio briefly outlined efforts related to the General Plan Update and revitalization ofthe downtown Village. Page 2 Council expressed support for providing some flexibility in standards for existing buildings and addressing the unique character and heritage of buildings in this area, and for partnering with the Village Merchants Association and the Chamber of Commerce to help support village businesses. Parks 8i Recreation Director Chris Hazeltine presented the report on changing needs of Parks and Recreation. He outlined the methods used by his department to obtain updated information regarding future needs for facilities and programs. Mr. Hazeltine reported that Alga Norte Park is progressing and is on time and within budget. Transportation Director Skip Hamman presented a review of the livable streets program. He detailed improvements that have been made in the areas of traffic signal synchronization and traffic calming. Finance Director Chuck McBride presented the financial report (PowerPoint on file in the City Clerk's Office.) His report included an update on the ten year financial forecast, and overview of a number of national, state, and local economic indicators. Mr. McBride pointed out projected surpluses in future years due to projected increases in sales and hotel taxes. Council Discussion: Michele Tamayo, Facilitator lead Council in discussion of what has been learned, including helping the organization and employees grow, ways to emphasize leadership and encourage employees to think outside of the box. Council also discussed things they are most proud of, including focus on team work, financial stability and continued emphasis on quality of life in CaHsbad. In response to the question of what Council would do differently. Council discussion focused on continuing to create revenue streams, spend less on consultants and utilize staffs capabilities, and emphasize organizational stability and teamwork. Public Comment: Ray Bender, San Marcos, requested that the Council direct staff to prepare a list of threat assessments for the city over the next five years. RECESS: Mayor Hall adjourned the Special Council Meeting at 11: 20 a.m. with five Council Members present. RECONVENE; Mayor Hall reconvened the Special Council Meeting at 1:10 p.m. with five Council Members present. 2. Innovations - New Ideas for Future Success. Senior Management Analyst Greg Hermann presented a report on technological Improvements and options for the City. (PowerPoint on file in the Clerk Clerk's Office.) Community and Economic Development Director Gary Barberio presented a report on the business incubator proposal for use of a portion ofthe Farmers property, which will be forthcoming to Council for approval. Page 3 Communications Director Tina Ray reported on efforts being made to provide more opportunities for corporate entities to partner with the city on marketing sponsorships. 3. Creating the Future - What We Want to be Known For. Council discussed things that they would like the City to be known for in the future, including continued excellence and balancing excellent quality of life with a thriving local economy and financial stability. Council also discussed innovation both in terms of use of technology, and improving the ways in which we do things. Also discussed was the need to invest in employees through increased training opportunities, empowerment, and recognition. RECESS: Mayor Hall called a recess at 2:35 p.m. with five Council Members present. RECONVENE: Mayor Hall reconvened the Special Council Meeting at 2:45 p.m. with five Council Members present. 4. Moving Forward - Creating the Worid Class Organization. Acting City Manager John Coates presented a report on ways to transform the culture ofthe organization. He shared examples from his career to demonstrate how empowering employees had resulted in innovative Ideas and best results. The Council discussed with members ofthe Leadership Team the challenges that arise, and areas in which they see opportunities to help support and grow their employees. Council discussed what the vision of Carisbad as a woHd class organization would look like: Oasis of prosperity Financially stable city Best quality of life for residents Top quality service for residents Innovative organization Model for other cities Home of major university Family oriented destination Council continued their discussions regarding the importance ofthe following topics: Job creation Enhance revenue streams Open Space Transportation (livable streets) Recreational facilities and programs Use of technology to increase efficiencies Educational opportunities for staff and citizens First class safety services At the end ofthe discussions, Michele Tamayo, Facilitator, concluded the exercise by thanking the Council for their input and contributions. Interim City Manager stated that he would begin working with department heads to include these concepts into the organization. Page 4 ADJOURNMENT; Mayor Hall adjourned the meeting at 4:25 p.m. ^ KAREN R. KUNDTZ, CMC Assistant City Clerk The following documents were distributed for use in this Planning Session, and are on file in the City Clerk's Office: 1. Community Vision 2. Resident Survey Results - 2012 3. City Council Priority Projects 4. Planning Session PowerPoint 5. General Fund Preliminary Forecast 2012-13 6. CaHsbad Ten Year Financial Forecast 7. Public Comment - Ray Bender Page 5 i in the city-sponsored Envision Carlsbad program to create a community vision for Carlsbad's future. The core values and vision statements emerging from this process serve as a guide for city leaders as they carry out their service to all who live, work and play in the City of Carlsbad. y CITY OF Small town feel, beach communit}' character and connectedness CARLSBAD Enhance Carlsbad's defining attributes—its small town feel and beach community character. Build on the city's culture of civic engagement, volunteerism and philanthropy. Open space and the natural environment Prioritize protection and enhancement of open space and the natural environment. Support and protect Carlsbad's unique open space and agricultural heritage. Access to recreation and active, healthy lifestyles Promote active lifestyles and community health by furthering access to trails, parks, beaches and other recreation opportunities. The local economy, business diversity and tourism Strengthen the city's strong and diverse economy and its position as an employment hub in north San Diego County. Promote business diversity, increased specialty retail and dining opportunities, and Carlsbad's tourism. Walking, biking, public transportation and connectivity Increase travel options through enhanced walking, bicycling and public transportation systems. Enhance mobility through increased connectivity and intelligent transportation management. Sustainability Build on the city's sustainability initiatives to emerge as a leader in green development and sustainability. Pursue public/ private partnerships, particularly on sustainable water, energy, recycling and foods. History, the arts and cultural resources Emphasize the arts by promoting a multitude of events and productions year-round, cutting-edge venues to host world- class performances, and celebrate Carlsbad's cultural heritage in dedicated facilities and programs. High quality education and community services Support quality, comprehensive education and life-long learning opportunities, provide housing and community services for a changing population, and maintain a high standard for citywide public safety. Neighborhood revitalization, community design and livability Revitalize neighborhoods and enhance citywide community design and livability. Promote a greater mix of uses citywide, more activities along the coastline and link density to public transportation. Revitalize the downtown Village as a community focal point and a unique and memorable center for visitors, and rejuvenate the historic Barrio neighborhood. w w w. c a r i s i.) a d c a. g o V / e n v i s i o n 2013 CITY COUNCIL GOAL SETTING ^ ^ CARLSBAD <^^||> CITY OF Resident Survey Results Satisfaction with city services • 2012:94% 2011:94% 2010:92% 2009:89% 2008:91% Quality of life • 2012:97% 2011:98% 2010:96% 2009:96% 2008:95% Sense of community • 2012:87% 2011:86%) 2010:88% 2009:87%) 2008:87% Safety • Walking alone in neighborhood during the day 2012:99% 2011:99%) 2010:98% 2009:97% • Walking alone in neighborhood at night 2012:90% 2011:90% 2010:87% 2009:85% Confidence in city government • 2012:80% 2011:84% 2010:78%) 2009:74%) 2008:76% Satisfaction witli city-resident communication . 2012:85%) 2011:87%) 2010:74%) 2009:79%) 2008:80% City Council Priority Projects December 18, 2012 CITY OF ^ CARLSBAD CITY Of Table of Contents ^ CARLSBAD Executive Summary 5 Strategic Focus Area: Create Quality Jobs in a New Economy 8 Business Retention 8 Talent Attraction 9 Education Hub 10 Partnerships 11 Strategic Focus Area: Sustainable Organization 12 City Mission, Vision and Values Update 12 Best Value Services 13 Pay for Performance 14 City Link/Customer Relationship Management 15 Technology Strategy 16 Strategic Focus Area: Balancing Land Use Policies with a changing community 17 General Plan Update 17 Development Standards 18 Proposed Power Plant 19 Plaza Camino Real Redevelopment 20 Strategic Focus Area: Changing Parks and Recreation Needs 21 Needs Assessment & Comprehensive Action Plan 21 Alga Norte Community Park Construction 22 Lake Calavera Master Plan Implementation 23 Trails Master Plan 24 Open Space Acquisition 25 Cartsbad Boulevard Realignment 26 Strategic Focus Area: Livable Streets 27 Stote Street Roundabout and Coastal Rail Trait Reach 1 27 Pedestrian Crossings 28 Update Policies and Standards 29 CITY OF CARLSBAD Strategic Focus Area: Next Generation of Community Leaders 30 Citizen Leadership Initiative 30 Boards and Commissions 31 Strategic Goals 32 Economic Development 33 Permitting Technology Upgrades 33 Car Country 34 Financial Health 35 Corporate Marketing Partnerships 35 Real Estate Plan 36 Redevelopment Dissolution 37 Fellowships 38 Parks, Open Space and Trails 39 Alga Norte Community Park Operating Plan 39 Transportation and Circulation 40 Traffic Signal Program 40 Resident Connection and Partnership 41 Expanded Wireless Access 41 Barrio Program 42 Water 43 Desalination 43 Recycled Woter 44 Groundwater 45 Safe Community 43 Facility Security 46 Fire Station 3 47 4^,* CITY OF CARLSBAD Environmental Management 48 Agua Hedionda Creek Dredging 48 Hydroelectric Power Generation 49 Vista-Carlsbad Sewer Interceptor 50 Buena Vista Lagoon Restoration 51 Strategic Focus Areas Executive Summarv CITY OF CARLSBAD Background The City Council held its annual goal setting workshop Jan. 17, 2012. This workshop was the first step in creating the city's action plan and budget for the coming year. The day-long discussion focused on 12 key trends affecting the city in the areas of the economy, changing demographics and technology. From this discussion. Council identified the six most important strategic focus areas for 2012-13. Based on this direction, staff began to develop detailed and measureable action plans for each strategic focus area. This was accomplished through several workshops held with key staff from throughout the organization. Success was defined for each strategic focus area as well as various strategies that could be used to achieve that success. Staff then brainstormed and later refined a list of key projects that could be implemented this year to make the vision of each strategic focus area a reality. The projects are listed by strategic focus area. Key projects that are not directly associated with a strategic focus area are listed later in the report by strategic goal. Strategic Focus Areas • Create quality Jobs in a new economy - The vision of this strategic focus area is to create quality jobs in the region. This will be accomplished by implementing strategies to retain businesses and help them grow, attracting talent and innovators to the city and partnering with universities and research institutions to become a hub for higher education. In addition, staff will focus on streamlining city processes for companies considering relocating to Carisbad. Projects include: • Business retention • Talent attraction • Education hub • Partnerships CITY OF ^ CARLSBAD • Livable streets - The vision of this strategic focus area is to begin adapting CaHsbad streets to accommodate and encourage all modes of transportation, not just cars. This will be accomplished by using street design to create a sense of place and community through green spaces, medians and signage. In addition, traffic signal technology upgrades will improve traffic flow. Projects include: • State Street roundabout • Pedestrian crossing • Updated policies and standards • Next generation of community leaders - The vision of this strategic focus area is to find ways to encourage a broader demographic, which more accurately reflects the population ofCarlsbad, to participate in city leadership and governance. Projects include: • Leadership academy • Boards and commissions Other Trends During the workshop, the City Council also recognized several other issues affecting the city's future. City staff will continue to address these trends throughout the year as resources allow: • Aging population • Increased public involvement through technology • New approaches to generating revenue • Libraries in the digital age • Increased access to government services through technology • Aging neighborhoods CITY OF CARLSBAD Sustainable organization - The vision of this strategic focus area is to be an adaptable, responsive and efficient city organization that delivers cost effective, high quality services. To accomplish this, the city will retain a motivated, flexible and responsive staff and incentivize high performance. Projects include: • City mission, vision and values update • Best value services • Pay for performance • City Link/customer relationship management • Technology strategy Balancing land use policies with a changing community - The vision of this strategic focus area is that, through the General Plan update process, the city adapts land use policies to address population and demographic trends. This will ensure that the city maintains its high standards and balances a thriving community with the need for tranquil, natural open spaces. Projects include: • General plan update • Development standards • Proposed power plant • Plaza Camino Real redevelopment Changing parks and recreation needs - The vision of this strategic focus area is to meet the community's changing recreation needs, including more options for active seniors and young people. To accomplish this staff will consider accelerating the schedule for building new parks and community centers. In addition, we will look beyond parks to an expanded trails system and open spaces that encourage a healthy outdoor lifestyle. This will be facilitated by considering opportunities for public-private partnerships to expand offerings in a cost effective manner. Projects include: • Needs Assessment & Comprehensive Action Plan • Alga Norte Community Park construction • Lake Calavera Master Plan implementation • Trails Master Plan • Open space acquisition • CaHsbad Boulevard realignment Planning Session CITY OF CARl SRAD Jan. 22, 2013 CITY OF CARLSBAD Livable Streets Skip Hammann Transportation Department CITY OF CARLSBAD Balancing Land Use Policies With a Chanqinq Community Gary Barberio Community & Economic Development CARLSBAD Create Quality Jobs in a New Economy Gary Barberio Community & Economic Development Sustainable Organization Cynthia Haas Deputy City Manager General Fund Preliminary FY 2012-13 Forecast Estimated 2012-13 Projected 2013-14 Projected 2014-15 Projected 2015-16 Projected 2016-17 Projected 2017-18 Projected 2018-19 Projected 2019-20 Projected 2020-21 Projected 2021-22 Projected 2022-23 REVENUES 117,299 0.7% 121,427 3.5% 124,833 2.8% 130,630 4.6% 135,726 3.9% 140,516 3.5% 146,476 4.2% 152,115 3.9% 156,314 2.8% 161,307 3.2% 166,177 3.0% T6TAL ftEVENUES 117,299 121,427 124,833 130,630 135,726 140,516 146,476 152,115 156,314 161,307 166,177 EXPENDITURES 3.3% 3.7% 3.3% 3.2% 3.3% 3.3% 3.3% 3.3% 3.3% 3.3% Capital outlay 110 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 500 500 500 Contingency 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 Transfers: PERS Stabilization 1,800 700 500 300 60 60 60 60 60 60 60 Infrastructure Replacement (6.5%) 7,547 7,893 8,114 8,491 8,822 9,134 9,521 9,888 10,160 10,485 10,801 Golf Course Transfer 945 830 770 710 650 590 520 460 400 320 320 Miscellaneous Transfers 210 230 240 250 255 265 275 286 296 305 305 LLL)#l iranster bza 597 bb4 /•Ul fti4 918 918 TOTAL BASE 114,899 117,587 121,565 125,364 129,068 133,229 137,566 142,032 146,565 151,278 156,135 ADDITIONAL BUDGET ITEMS: 2.3% 3.4% 3.1% 3.0% 3.2% 3.3% 3.2% 3.2% 3.2% 3.2% New Facilities: Fire Station #3 (Add'l Staff) 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 42 43 Civic Center (net of vacated facilities) 1,100 1,135 1,170 1,207 Maintenance Operations Center 400 411 423 435 448 462 477 492 Safety Training Center 260 Alga Norte Park (net of fees) 25 50 51 53 54 56 58 59 61 63 Alga Norte Aquatic Complex (net of fees) 100 200 166 85 88 90 93 96 99 102 Poinsettia Park-Phase 2 500 515 530 546 563 581 599 Leo Carrillo Park Phase 3 150 154 159 164 169 174 180 Veteran's Memorial Park 751 775 799 824 115,159 117,712 121,849 126,016 130,302 134,500 138,875 145,230 149,863 154,680 159,643 2.2% 3.5% 3.4% 3.4% 3.2% 3.3% 4.6% 3.2% 3.2% 3.2% IREVENUES OVER (mt)m EXP 2,140 3,715 2,984 4,613 5,424 6,016 7,601 6,886 6,451 6,627 6,534 Percent of Budget 1.9% 3.2% 2.4% 3.7% 4.2% 4.5% 5.5% 4.7% 4.3% 4.3% 4.1% DRAFT 1/22/2013 Ten Year Financial Forecast January 2013 UCLA Anderson • S&P Case-Shiller index Forecast * Zillow Beacon Economics * Movoto CBO * CRA BLS • DataQuick California DOF • USD Tourism Economics • MuniServices 1/22/2013 National Economy ® Global Markets ® Monetary Policy ® Unemployment ® Housing ® Fiscal Policy National Economy 1/22/2013 Federal Deficit 2012 Revenues Expenditures Overview State Economy • Prop 30 • Balanced Budget • Unemployment 1/22/2013 California Employment California Export Growth 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 1/22/2013 1/22/2013 Ten Year Forecast (000 omitted) Budget Projected Variance Property Tax $47,805 $47,703 ($102) Sales Tax 28,782 29,910 1,128 TOT 13,482 13,857 375 Franchise 4,883 4,908 25 Business License 3,556 3,536 (20) All other 17,598 17,385 (213) Total $116,106 $117,299 $1,193 CARLSBAD Assumptions • New Facilities • Infrastructure Replacement Transfer remains at 6.5% of GF revenues • RDA Closure • PERS Stabilization • BVS Effects are not considered • Golf Course contribution deer " 1/22/2013 "t 6.3% November 2012 f-«:6% t 7.70/0 t 7.9% Carlsbad Oceanside Encinitas Vista San Marcos ' Zillow 1/22/2013 mo 600 400 wo 1/22/2013 Transient Occupancy Taxes 10 Year Forecast 1/22/2013 Questions CARLSBAD 10 January 22, 2013 Ray Bender 1015 Camino del Arroyo Dr. San Marcos, CA Email: benderbocan@gmail.com Phone: 760 752-1716 Palomar Blog: Carlsbad.Patch.com Carlsbad City Council Members Mayor Matt Hall Mayor Pro Tem, Mark Packard Keith Blackburn Farah Golshan Douglas Lorraine Wood City Clerk Re: City Council Special Planning Session on January 22, 2013 Request to Speak on Agenda Items II [Where are we Today?) & V (Moving Forward - Creating a World Class City] - Palomar Airport Honorable Council Members: I am a retired attorney with 35 years of public sector experience. I have worked on many public sector issues requiring environmental compliance under NEPA and CEQA. I worked with Carlsbad in the 1980s to help restore Batiquitos Lagoon. I have spent the last 12 months reviewing tens of thousands of records related to Palomar Airport. This review shows: • County Violation ofCarlsbad CUP 172. The County is not in compliance with Condition 11 of Carlsbad Conditional Use Permit 172. That condition requires that the County maintain Palomar as a Basic Transport General Aviation Airport unless and until the County obtains a CUP amendment from Carlsbad. The FAA today does NOT classify Palomar as a General Aviation Airport. • CPA Defective EA. The 2012 FAA Environmental Assessment [EA] for California Pacific Airlines to initiate new service at Palomar is defective. I provided extensive comments to the FAA. Carlsbad's August 24, 2012 comments on this EA also noted the County CUP 172 problem. The FAA has not yet responded to comments. • Methane-Emitting Landfill Runway Safety Area. On October 16, 2012 at the Carlsbad Community Workshop, I provided a detailed table showing that Palomar has a continuing landfill safety issue that needs to be analyzed before Palomar uses this landfill area as a Runway Safety area. Carlsbad's City records and analysis of these records show a long history of landfill problems. Problems within the last few years include an underground fire burning for about 5 months and methane gas levels exceeding the 5% explosive limits despite a collection system in place. • Runway Extension. The County is nearing completion of its Feasibility Study to extend the Palomar Runway from 4900 feet to 6000 feet. As part of its effort to be a World Class City, Carlsbad needs to immediately address the following issues: • Palomar Growth: Should Palomar grow from 140,000 annual operations (landings, takeoffs, and touchdowns) to 500,000 aircraft operations a year? Should Palomar passenger annual passenger boardings increase from 100,000 per year to 1,000,000 per year? • Palomar Growth Consequences: What are the environmental consequences of Palomar growing? Are they acceptable to Carlsbad and its citizens? • Community Involvement: What efforts should Carlsbad be making to involve the community in Palomar related growth decisions? • What Legal & Fiduciary Duties Does the Council Have Related to Enforcing CUP 1727 • WiU Carlsbad Soon Pass the "Tipping Point" and Lose All Influence Over Palomar Airport Decisions and Trafflc? I am available to provide the Council or individual council members a far more detailed briefing with or without County Airport personnel in attendance. I also attach to this letter for your information the following: • The Carlsbad August 24, 2012 comments on the FAA CPA EA noting the CUP 172 problem. • A copy of my Monday, January 22, 2013 article on Carlsbad.Patch.com entitled "Palomar: Hijacking a Basic Transport General Aviation Airport, Blog #14" [For all 14 blogs, see Carlsbad.Patch.com; go to Home menu and search Raymond Bender.] • A copy of my January 17, 2013 letter regarding County compliance with Carlsbad CUP 172 delivered at the Thursday, January 17, 2013 meeting of the Palomar Airport Advisory Committee [PAAC] meeting. Recall that I provided my 26-page detailed table of Palomar Airport landfill problems at the Carlsbad City Council Workshop'^ October 26, 2012. Thank you for reviewing this matter 4^9^ CITY OF VCARLSBAD Planning Division wwwxarlsbadca.gov August 24, 2012 Mr. John Buntz Senior Vice President of Business Development California Pacific Airlines 6670 El Camino Real, Suite D Carlsbad, CA 92008 RE: SS 12-03 - COMMENTS ON THE DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT FOR CALIFORNIA PACIFIC AIRLINES COMMERCIAL SERVICE OPERATIONS AT MCCLELLAN-PALOMAR AIRPORT The City of Carlsbad appreciates tiie opportunity to review the Draft Environmental Assessment (DEA) for the commercial service operations of Califbmia Pacific Airlines (CPA) at McClellan- Palomar Airport (CRQ). In response to a letter request from Ralph Redman, Managing Planner, with C & S Engineers, Inc., dated March 20, 2012, fhe City provided input In identifying possible areas of environmental significance within and around the CRQ. Our May 2, 2012 letter suggested that the Environmental Assessment address issues related to air quality and greenhouse gas emissions, noise, geology, traffic, water quality, and land use. In reviewing the DEA we note that some, but not all of the environmental concems we raised were addressed. Our specific comments on the DEA are provided below. We would also like to note for the record that, while the city did respond to the March information request, we did not receive notice of availability of the DEA. The city requests that we be Included in all future notices related to this Environmentai Assessment and subsequent related actions. After reviewing the DEA. the Oty of Cartsbad has the follovwng comments and concerns: 1. Section 3.3,1, Land Use. The description of the city's update to the 1994 General Ran states that the results of the first phase of the update concluded that lands sun'ound the Airport would be utilized for industrial and supporting commercial development only." However, a draft Preferred Plan is under consideration as part of the ongoing General Plan update. The pretended plan would introduce general office uses and limited multi- family residential uses northeast and southwest of the airport (consistent with the cun'ent Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan). The DEA should address what impacts, if any, the proposed project would have on these prospective land use changes. More infomiation regarding the cit/s General Plan update program may found at: http://www.carlsbadca.aov/envislon. 2. Longstanding city policy has been to support CRQ as a general aviafion facility. Carlsbad General Plan Land Use Element Objective B.I (Special Planning Considerations - Airport) is to "encourage the continued operation of McClellan-Palomar Airport as a general aviation airport." The proposed passenger airline service with planes 1635 Faraday Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008-7314 T 760-602-4600 F 760-502-8559 0 SS 12-03 - CALIFORNIA PACIFIC AIRLINES August 24, 2012 Page 2 , seating 70 or more passengers could conflict with the City of Carlsbad's Land" Use Element Objective to support general aviation, the DEA should specifically address what impacts or conflicts, if any, the proposed project would have in regards to the above stated City of Carlsbad Land Use Element Objective. 3. Section 3.3.2, Zoning. The DEA inconrectly states that the airport property does not have a zoning designation. In fact, the property is zoned M for Industrial land uses, per the City of Carlsbad's zoning map, updated May 2012. An airport Is a conditionally-pemiitted use in the M zone, subject to approval of a conditional use pemiit (CUP) by the city. The city issued a conditional use pemiit for CRQ in 1980 (CUP 172). The CUP limits the use of CRQ to a General A\«ation Basic Transport Airport (PC Resolution No. 1699, Condition #11). The proposed commercial airline service of more than 30 passengers exceeds fhe "basic transport" CUP limitation; therefore an amendment to CUP 172 Is required. The CUP amendment may require additional traffic infonmation to adequatety determine the traffic impacts on the city road system. In addition, the CUP Amendment would need to be found consistent with th© City of Cartsbad General Plan (see No. 2 above). Figure 3-2 is not a zoning map, but appears to be a generalized land use map. We recommend that this figure be replaced with the city's zoning map. 4. Section 4,3.3, Department of Transportafion Seclion 4(f) and 6(f). The DEA incorrectly states that there are no Section 6(f) projects in Carlsbad. In fact, there is one project known to the city that has received LWCF in the City of Carlsbad, In the 1980s, the California Department of Parks and Recreation accepted grant monies through the LWCF for parcels within the South Carlsbad State Beach (SCSB) boundary. Acceptance of these funds designated SCSB as a Secfion 6(f)(3) project 5. Secfion 4.3.8, Noise. To address resident concems and reduce noise complaints, CRQ has had in place a Voluntary Noise Abatement Program (VNAP) for some time. Under this program, jet take-offs and departures would be limited to hours between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. According to the DEA, the proposed airline would have two to three daily departures at approximately 6:30 a.m. and a similarly small number of arrivals at approximately .10:30 p.m. Since these arrivals and departures are outside the VNAP "Quiet Hours" for jets, there is the potential for increased disturbance to residents within the airport influence area. The DEA does not address this potentially significant impact. Furtiiermore, it appears that the noise analysis accounted for daytime aircraft operafions only between the hours of 7 am and 10 pm (footnote 37 on p, 4-17). If is unclear whether any noise "penalty" was applied to operations outside these hours in detemiining whether the project's impacts reach the significance threshold. 6. Section 4.3.9, Compatible Land Use: See Comment # 1 above. 7. Section 4.3.13, Cumulative Impacts: The DEA fails to take Into account a number of projects under consideration, recentiy approved, or under construction. The city requests that the following projects be Included in the analysis of cumulative impacts. • Palomar Commons - The project is cun-ently under constructton and involves an 185,244-square-foot commercial center on 16.65 acres of land located on the southwest comer of PalomarAirport Road and El Camino Real. SS 12-03 - CALIFORNIA PACIFIC AIRLINES August 24, 2012 Page 3 , • Fairfield Inn Carisbad - The project was approved on June 6, 2012 for the construction of a 99 room business hotel on a 2.49 acre vacant lot on property generally located on the south side of Palomar Oaks Way, soutii of Palomar Airport Road and east of West Oaks Way. Holiday Inn and Stavbridoe Suites ~ Applications have submitted to the Planning Division to construct hotels located to tiie soutii east of CRQ within In th© Bressi Ranch development Bressi Ranqh Apartments -An application has been submitted to tii© Planning Division to construct 450 apartments located on Patomar Airport Road and El Fuerte Street. Envision Carisbad General Plan Update.- A comprehensive update to th© city's General Plan, Local Coastal Program and Zoning Ordinanoe. In particular, ttie EA should address cumulative effects of the project in relation to prospective changes to the city's planned land uses. 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January 21, 2013 at 12:46 pm •:orr;r?iend \'\ 0 \ Tweet 0 ;mail Print Comment How do you hi-jack an airport? If you are the FAA and County, you ignore Carlsbad planning and zoning law. You convert a "basic transport general aviation" airport (having no or limited commercial flights) to "a non-hub primary airport" (scheduled air carrier service and more than 10,000 annual passenger boardings). The FAA-County Palomar development is a modern saga of "Don't ask, don't tell." Here's why. Carlsbad Planning & Zoning. Palomar Airport operates in Carlsbad. The County applied for and agreed to abide by Carlsbad Conditional Use Permit [CUP] 172 to operate the Airport. CUP Condition 11 says the existing designation of the airport as a General Aviation Basic Transport Airport shall not change unless the CUP is amended. The CUP implemented Carlsbad community policy as expressed in a 1975 letter from then Mayor Frazee to then County Board of Supervisor Chairman, Dick Brown: "The City of Carlsbad has consistently gone on record as being unalterably opposed to the potential use of the airport facilities for commercial, commuter, air-camer activities. The Gity is ofthe opinion that the airport should remain as a general aviation facility ...." [4/16/75 letter] What is a Basic Transport General Aviation Airport? In May 2012, the FAA released its report: "General Aviation Airports; A National Asset." Helpful excerpts include: • "Most people are familiar with ... primary airports that support scheduled commercial air sen/ice, such as ... Los Angeles International .... We [the FAA] also rely on ... airports ... to support aeromedical flights, aerial fire fighting, law enforcement, disaster relief, and to provide access to remote communities. These ... facilities are ... referred to as general aviation [GA] airports." • "We [the FAA] divided the [GA] airports into four categories based on existing activity measures such as the number and types of based aircraft... as well as the volume and types of flights. The four new categories are national, regional, local, and basic as shown in Figure 2." • FAA Figure 2 describes a basic [GA] facility as follows: "Often serving critical aeronautical functions within local and regional markets with moderate to low levels of activity; averaging about 10 propeller-driven aircraft and no jets." How is Palomar Airport Classified? Responding to my request, the FAA last week advised: "Mr. Bender, McClellan-Palomar in Carisbad, CA is currently classified as non-hub primary airport (scheduled air carrier service and more than 10,000 annual passenger boardings).... Because they were a primary airport, they were not included in the FAA's General Aviation Report ... ." Palomar statistics show that in 2012, Palomar boarded about 100,000 passengers - about 10 times the limit of a basic transport GA airport. Hijacking Palomar Based on the above facts, it appears that the County is not complying with Carisbad CUP 172. How contrite is the County? In July 2012, the FAA pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act circulated the Environmental Assessment [EA] necessary before California Pacific Airiines [CPA] may initiate new service at Palomar. The County failed to provide significant comments on the EA. For instance, the County failed to note that the CPA new service could result in another 800,000 annual scheduled Palomar passenger boardings and conflicts with CUP 172. Commenting on the 2012 FAA EA in August, Carisbad noted: • "Longstanding city policy has been to support [Palomar] as a general aviation facility. Carlsbad General Plan Land Use Element Objective B.I ... is to encourage the continued operation of McClellan-Palomar as a [GA] airport.' The proposed passenger airiine service with planes seating 70 or more passengers could conflict with the City of Carisbad's Land Use Element Objective to support [GA]." • "The City issued ... for [Palomar] CUP 172. The CUP limits the use of [Palomar] to a General Aviation Basic Transport Airport. ... The proposed commercial airiine service of more than 30 passengers exceeds the "basic transport" CUP limitation; therefore an amendment to CUP 172 is required." Will the County apply for a CUP amendment? Or will the public have to wait for a "Lance Armstrong"-like confession? The clock is ticking. August, September, October, November, December, January - and counting. Next Week: Blog 15 Palomar Expansion: Should the Public Leave Palomar Airport Safety to the FAA & County? OR [Possibly] Will the County Counsel Explain the Rules the Palomar Airport Advisory Committee Must Follow? jpload Photos and Videos romn-iend ; ; 0 I Tweet 0 Email Print oilow comments Submit tip Comment Leave a comment Submit January 17, 2013 [12 copies of letter distributed at the PAAC meeting; letter 1 of 2] Ray Bender 1015 Camino del Arroyo Dr. San Marcos, CA 92078 Email: benderbocan^gmail.com Phone: 760 752-1716 Palomar Airport Weekly Blog: Carlsbad.Patch.com Palomar Airport Advisory Committee Members Chairperson Chuck Collins Dick Cooke Ron Cozad Bob Gates Vice Chairperson Tim Hutter Cliff Kaiser, John O'Reilly Tom Ricotta Cal Weeks Re: Request by Ray Bender During Public Comment Session at 1 /17/13 Meeting: Agenda Items Requested for February, 2013 PAAC Meeting: I request that the PAAC members schedule for its February 2013 meeting the following agenda items: • Whether the County is complying with Condition 11 of Conditional Use Permit 172 granted by Carlsbad to the County to operate Palomar as a basic transport general aviation airport, • Whether - as requested by Carlsbad in its comments on the July 2012 FAA California Pacific Airlines [CPA] Environmental Assessment - the County will be requesting an amendment to CUP 172 if the County intends to proceed with allowing Palomar to be operated as an airport serving hundreds of thousands of passengers. Discussion 1. Carlsbad CUP 172. Carlsbad Conditional Use Permit Condition 11 states: "The existing designation of the airport as a General Aviation Basic Transport Airport shall not change unless an amendment to this CUP is approved by the Planning Commission." 2. Carlsbad Request in its August 2012 Comments on the FAA CPA. Carlsbad commented as follows: • "Longstanding city policy has been to support Palomar as a GA facility. Carlsbad General Plan Land Use Element Objective B.l (Special Planning Considerations - Airport) is to 'encourage the continued operation of Palomar as a GA airport' The proposed passenger airline service with planes seating 70 or more passengers could conflict with the City of Carlsbad's Land Us Element Objective to support GA...." • "The draft EA incorrectly states that the airport property does not have a zoning designation. In fact, the property is zoned M for industrial land uses, per the City of Carlsbad's zoning map. An airport is a conditionally-permitted use in the M zone, subject to approval of a CUP by the City." ... "The city issued a cup for Palomar in 1980. The CUP limits the use of Palomar to a GA Basic Transport Airport (PC Resolution No. 1699, Condition #11). The proposed commercial airline service of more than 30 passengers exceeds the basic transport CUP limitation; therefore an amendment to CUP 172 is required It has been 5 months since Carlsbad requested the County to apply for a CUP 172 amendment The public is entitled to know what the County's intent is, especially since the request comes from another governmental entity whose planning and zoning laws the County has agreed to comply with. Thank you for your consideration of this request Also, please note that every Monday I write an article for the Carlsbad.Patch.com site related to Palomar Airport expansion issues. Actions of the PAAC will periodically be reported in those articles. To find articles, go to the site and select "Home" in the top menu. The articles appear in the right-hand column. An interested citizen, taxpayer, and airport user N Ray Bender Cc: Peter Drinkwater, Willie Vasquez, Olivier Brackett, Dan Thompson City of Carlsbad Bcc RBPalomarPAACJanl72012MtgRBLttr