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Home My WebLink About2013-02-19; City Council; MinutesMINUTES SPECIAL MEETING: CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP DATE: February 19, 2013 TIME: 9:00 AM PLACE: CITY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING. ROOM 173A. 1635 FARADAY Mayor Hall called the meefing to order on February 19, 2013 at 9:02 a.m. Present: Hall, Packard, Blackburn, Wood, Douglas. 1. REGIONAL REPORTS: None PUBUC COMMENT: None 2. Appointment to Planning Commission - Councilmember Blackburn requested a delay because he had just had a potential candidate come forward. Discussion resulted that this appointment Is temporary and perhaps the better opportunity for this candidate would be In March when a permanent appointment will be made. Councilmember Blackburn agreed with Mayor Hall and the appointment proceeded. On motion by Mayor Hall, Council adopted Resolution No. 2013-042, appointing Jeff Segall to the Planning Commission. Ayes: Hall, Packard, Wood, Blackburn, Douglas Noes: None 3. Transportation Strategic Plan - City Manager, John Coates introduced the General Plan Circulafion Element. Brian Jones and Jason Pack provided handouts of the City of Carisbad Roadway Typologies and Street Guide Table. A power point presentafion was delivered during which the council members were free to ask questions and pose any concerns, (copies on file In the City Clerk's office). • Walking, Biking, Public Transportation 8i Connectivity • Strategic Focus Area • Transportation Strategic Plan o Multimodal Transportation Initiatives • Livable Streets • Capitalize on Successes (I.e. Bressi Ranch, The Village, La Costa Avenue). Mayor Hall commented about the importance of moving freight In and out of the city. Mr. Jones agreed and they have that factored In and he understands the significance. Mr. Pack commented on some of the components in the existing General Plan and the changes in the proposed new General Plan as can be seen on the map handout provided. Mayor Hall suggested the legend reflect the change of language, i.e. some roads are changing from connectors to boulevards. Mayor Hall commented that It appears the new proposed plan is attempting to bring more life to the area and Mr. Jones agreed that they are trying to look at our streets In a new way. Councilmember Douglas shared some concerns about the Palomar Airport Road designafion as an "Arterial" road type but with so many schools through the Melrose area speed limits need to be set according to pedestrian traffic, specifically as it pertains to school children. Mr. Jones explained the legend colors will not correlate to speed limits and that those limits will continue to be set with safety factors in mind. Councilmember Douglas pointed out that there are some schools not Indicated on the map handout and Mr. Jones agreed that those would be added. Councilmember Douglas recommended the terminology in the bulleted items for "Arterial" streets be reviewed and Mr. Jones agreed to revisit that, particularly as it may Impact the Palomar Airport Road and Melrose areas. Councilmember Packard commented that the map indicates Palomar Airport Road as "Arterial" but with all ofthe businesses located there, shouldn't it be designated "Employment Oriented Streets" instead? Mr. Jones explained that since most of the businesses are actually accessed from side streets, and Palomar Airport Road is a main thoroughfare, the "Arterial" label indicates that It does act as a transit road. Mr. Jones further explained that the proposed plan incorporates the community and SANDAG is excited about integrating the community into the plan. He Expects this will be a model plan. The new plan also allows what Is working well currently to confinue as well as improve the consistency of flow. Councilmember Packard inquired about the benefits to pedestrians if the city removes some traffic lights and replaces them with roundabouts. Mr. Jones noted that the roundabouts will contain a median opportunity for pedestrians and cited an example might be at The Hilton when hotel guests are trying to cross the road to the beach. There was further discussion about traffic lights at the intersection of Carisbad Village Drive and Carisbad Blvd. and Tamarack Avenue at Carisbad Blvd. Some federal law requirements need to be addressed pertaining to the need to have lights on both sides of Tamarack Avenue. Mr. Jones will follow up with a modificafion. He also noted there will be LED lights added at The Carlsbad Scramble intersecfion of Carisbad Village Drive and Carisbad Blvd. to alert motorists when the scramble is allowing pedestrians and cyclists to cross. Mr. Jones added that crosswalks are going to be In place at all angles of the scramble. Diane Nygaard, Oceanside resident, requested clarification pertaining to the Transit Oriented Development (TOD) noted In the handout from Brian Jones, Transportation Department and the exisfing Smart Growth plan. Mr. Jones conflrmed the Focus Area Envision Carlsbad Is being used In the proposed updated General Plan. 4. Council Efficiencv and Effectiveness- Councilmember Blackburn asked about future plans for the vacant property abutting the Encina Power Plant. Mayor Hall noted the land was acquired from Polnsetfia Properties to keep it as a buffer. Councilmember Blackburn wonders Ifthe city Is missing an opportunity to generate revenue, more speciflcally, some of the cifies he sits on the committee with who are not as well funded as Carisbad, are concerned about this. Some would like to see development such as a car dealership or apartments. Mayor Hall commented that the area is not very conducive to residential, especially given some of the emissions from the power plant. If other cifies want to pursue development, he would recommend more industrial/commercial use. Councilmember Blackburn noted that other cifies would gain more revenue from apartments vs. a car dealership which Carisbad would benefit from through sales tax revenues. Interim Citv Manager Review of Goal and Maior Proiect Tracking - None Feedback. Communications or Correspondence - Councilmember Blackburn reported that he and Councilmember Wood have been contacted by some dog advocate groups and have requested the following: • The city pass an ordinance against puppy mills. • The city offer low cost spay or neutering services once a month. • The city allow dog adoptions on display at city parks monthly or quarterly. Mayor Hall commented that the impact from animal waste on our storm water system be addressed and a workshop will be scheduled to discuss these Items further. Mayor Hall asked for an update on the Rancho Carlsbad project. Deputy City Manager Cynthia Haas stated that she is working on ideas and obtaining additional information to support a legislative and business strategy. Mayor Hall announced that a Closed Session would follow the Workshop Meeting to discuss labor negotiations. Mayor Hall adjourned the Workshop Meeting at 10:10 a.m. with five council members present. ADJOURNMENT TO CLOSED SESSION: The Council adjourned to Closed Session at 10:20 a.m. with five council members, the city manager and the city attorney present. Barbara Engleson city Clerk Walking, Biking, Transit and Connectivity Mobility Element General Plan Update Three Focus Areas Multimodal mobility Livable streets to reflect community vision Mobility Opportunities for Carlsbad <^^!^ CITY OF ^ CARLSBAD <^i3f^ CITY OF ^ CARLSBAD <^'^ CITY OF ^ CARLSBAD Transportation Strategic Plan Multimodal transportation initiatives keep Carlsbad moving and contribute positively to the quality of life in Carlsbad <^^^ CITY OF ^ CARLSBAD Livable Streets Focus <^i^ CITY OF ^ CARLSBAD Capitalize on Successes Bressi Ranch The Village La Costa Avenue Other opportunities - Carlsbad Boulevard <^i^ CITY OF ^ CARLSBAD General Plan Update Roadway classifications vs. street typologies Policies support livable streets concepts Tailor multimodal level of service assessment <^>Sfj^ CITY OF ^ CARLSBAD Working Paper 5 Figure &-1: Existing Road Classifications LL'^.L\D Baat.' 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