HomeMy WebLinkAbout101091 CC/PC Jnt. Minutes MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING
OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA
CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION
HELD THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10, 1991
A special meeting of the Temecula City Council and Planning Commission was called to order
Thursday, October 10, 1991, 7:10 P.M. Temecula City Hall Conference Room, 43174 Business
Park Drive, Temecula. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Ronald J. Parks.
Councilmember Moore led the flag salute.
PRESENT: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Birdsall, Lindemans, Moore, Parks
ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Munoz
PRESENT: 4 COMMISSIONERS: Blair, Fahey, Ford, Hoagland
ABSENT: I COMMISSIONERS: Chiniaeff
Also present were David Dixon, City Manager, Mark Ochenduszko, Assistant City Manager,
June Greek, City Clerk, John Cavanaugh, Assistant City Engineer, Gary Thornhill, Planning
Director, Tim Serlet, Director of Public Works, Shawn Nelson, Director of Community Services,
Doug Stewart, Deputy City Engineer, John Meyer, Planner, and Gall Zigler, Minute Clerk.
PRESENTATION AND PROCLAMATIONS
None
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. GENERAL PLAN PROCESS
1.1 GENERAL PLAN PROGRESS REPORT
GARY THORNHILL briefly reviewed the purpose of the joint meeting and introduced the
representatives from the Planning Center who are currently working on the General Plan
process.
JIM RAGSDALE, The Planning Center, introduced AI Bell and Karen Gulley, also from the
Planning Center and gave a brief overview of the current status of the General Plan. Mr.
Ragsdale stated that they are currently in the strategic planning phase, looking at the vision
statement and doing extensive research of existing conditions. Mr. Ragsdale requested
comments and/or changes to the MEA be submitted to the department heads.
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Mr. Ragsdale introduced individuals reporting on various portions of the General Plan.
MAYOR PARKS asked if large utility easements are covered in the MEA.
JIM RAGSDALE responded that this should be contained in the land use element and stated that
the Planning Center would be developing issue papers on various critical issues concerning the
community and the general plan.
1.2 SUMMARY OF EXISTING CONDITIONS REPORT
ECONOMIC CONSULTANT PRESENTATION
DENNIS WAMBEM, Vice President, Stanley R. Hoffman & Associates, reviewed the
preliminary economic findings and issues report, specifically Rapid Employment Growth;
Job Growth Rate; Job's Added To Manufacturing Base; Job's Added to Service Base;
Retail Sales within city limits; and, summary of economic issues. Mr. Wambem stated
that the company would be preparing a computer fiscal model that will be transferred
to the City upon completion of the general plan for it's use.
COUNCILMEMBER LINDEMANS expressed concern that the City was creating twice as
many retail jobs as manufacturing jobs and needs better balance.
COMMISSIONER BLAIR questioned the impact on the City from commuter residents.
DENNIS WAMBEM stated that the surrounding communities have grown, along with
Temecula, and the City is becoming more self sustaining.
GARY THORNHILL advised that the City of Temecula currently has a better job rs.
housing ratio than the City of Moreno Valley.
COMMISSIONER FORD questioned if the City would have something to work with to
gauge the progress of the City.
DENNIS WAMBEM stated that there would be a computer model for the fiscal analysis.
GARY THORNHILL added that staff hopes to have the ability to do a economical analysis
of every project.
TRAFFIC CONSULTANT PRESENTATION
BOB DAVIS, Wilbur Smith & Associates, provided a overview of the circulation element
of the general plan process. Mr. Davis stated that Wilbur Smith & Associates is
currently in Study Phase II - Existing Transportation Conditions: existing circulation
systems, current traffic volumes, existing operating conditions, and other transportation
modes. Mr. Davis reviewed the following map exhibits: study area circulation roadways,
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existing daily traffic volumes, service levels at intersections and circulation problems
areas.
MAYOR PARKS questioned if the study was performed during school hours or through
the summer session,
BOB DAVIS stated that the study was completed during the summer when school was
not in session.
MAYOR PARKS commented that there are circulation problems at and around the
schools and these areas should be re-studied during school session.
DAVID DIXON questioned if the Traffic Element would be addressing the Western
Corridor.
BOB DAVIS advised that the Western Corridor will be a part of the Capitol Improvement
Plan as the northern terminus has not yet been confirmed. Mr. Davis added that Wilbur
Smith & Associates will continue to with neighboring communities to produce a
comprehensive model of Temecula and Murrieta.
1.3 REVISED VISION STATEMENT AND SUMMARY
JIM RAGSDALE stated that during the summer the Planning Center issued a Vision
Statement; however, after reviewing the Mission Statement of the City and comments
from everyone, they have revised the Vision Statement. Mr. Ragsdale summarized the
key concepts of the Community Vision Statement as follows:
* A balance of business factors
* A convenient and effective transportation system
* A outstanding open space and park system
* A community dedicated to family values, neighborhood
conservation and public safety
* Preservation of historical and cultural resources
* Assurances that adequate public services keep with
development
Mr. Ragsdale encouraged comments and/or amendments.
COUNCILMEMBER LINDEMANS made reference to the Los Ranchitos specific plan. He
stated the south edge of that area has changed from a more commercial character;
however, the CC&R's stipulate no commercial.
JIM RAGSDALE advised that the purpose of the General Plan was to look at these
specific issues.
JOHN CAVANAUGH stated that CC&R's are agreements between the land owner and
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the Association and the City does not consider them when making zoning decisions.
Zoning overrules the CC&R's on the General Plan element.
1.4 GENERAL PLAN GOALS AND POLICIES
AL BELL requested that any questions, comments or concerns to the draft General Plan
Goals and Policies be submitted within two weeks. Mr. Bell proceeded to review each
element, specific goals and accompanying policies for discussion as follows:
DRAFT LAND USE ELEMENT GOALS AND POLICIES
GOALS
//1 A complete and integrated mix of residential, commercial industrial, recreational,
cultural and public land uses:
//2 A City of diversified development character where rural and historical areas are
protected and co-exist with newer urban development:
//3 A City from which is compatible and coordinated with regional land use patterns:
MAYOR PARKS suggested that the airport be addressed under these policies.
//4 A land use pattern that will protect and enhance residential neighborhoods:
//5 Community gathering areas which provide for the social, civic, cultural and
recreational needs of the community:
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE suggested encouraging the multi-purpose use of existing
buildings for meetings, etc.
//6 A development plan that preserves and enhances the environmental resources of the
City:
//7 A land use pattern and intensity of development that encourages transit, bicycle,
pedestrian and other non-auto mobility options:
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE stated the width of streets and existence of sidewalks should
be considered in the element for trails.
MAYOR PARKS suggested utilizing existing utility easements as part of the trail system.
COUNCILMEMBER LINDEMANS emphasized the need for bike paths to the school
facilities.
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DRAFT CIRCULATION ELEMENT GOALS AND POLICIES
GOALS
#1 A street network that moves people and goods safely and efficiently throughout the
Study Area:
#2 A regional transportation system that accommodates the safe and efficient
movement of people and goods to and from the community:
#3 An efficient City circulation system through the use of transportation system
management and demand management strategies:
#4 An adequate supply of private and public parking to meet the needs of residents and
visitors to the City.
#5 Safe and efficient alternatives to motorized travel throughout the City:
#6 A truck circulation system that provides for the safe and efficient transport of
commodities and also minimizes noise and traffic impacts to the City:
DRAFT HOUSING ELEMENT GOALS AND POLICIES
GOALS
#1 A diversity of housing opportunities that satisfy the physical, social and economic
needs of existing and future residents of the Study Area:
#2 Maintain and enhance existing residential areas:
#3 Assist in the development of adequate housing to meet the needs of low and
moderate income households:
#4 Removal of governmental constraints in the maintenance, improvement and
development of housing, where appropriate and legally possible:
#5 Housing development that incorporates energy conservation features or energy
efficient design concepts:
DRAFT OPEN SPACE AND CONSERVATION ELEMENT
#1 A high quality parks and recreation system that meets the varying recreational needs
of residents:
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#2 Conservation and protection of surface water, groundwater and imported water
resources:
#3 Conservation of important biological habitats and protection of plant and animal
species of concern:
#4 Conservation of energy resources through the use of available technology and
conservation practices:
#5 Preservation of open space areas for recreation, scenic enjoyment, and protection
of natural resources and features:
#6 Preservation of significant historical and cultural resources:
#7 Protection of prime agricultural land from premature conversion to urbanized uses:
#8 A trail system that serves both recreational and transportation needs:
COMMISSIONER HOAGLAND and COMMISSIONER BLAIR left the meeting at 9:30 P.M.
NOISE ELEMENT GOALS AND POLICIES
GOALS
#1 Reduction of noise impacts from transportation noise sources where the noise
environment is unacceptable:
COMMISSIONER FAHEY suggested addressing the airport under this element.
#2_ Consideration of noise impacts in land use planning and design:
MAYOR PARKS suggested an abrogation policy.
#3 Control of noise from significant noise generators in the community:
DRAFT PUBLIC FACILITY/SERVICE ELEMENT GOALS AND POLICIES
GOALS
#1 Effective and cost efficient sheriff, fire and emergency medical service within the
City:
COMMISSIONER FAHEY suggested pursuing the designation of a trauma center for this
area.
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#2 A quality school system that contains adequate facilities and funding to educate the
youth of Temecula:
#3 A range of community services and cultural facilities that meet the needs of the
Temecula residents and enhances their quality of life:
#4 A water and wastewater infrastructure system that supports existing and future
development in the Study Area:
#5 A solid waste management system that provides for the safe and efficient collection,
transportation, recovery and disposal of solid wastes:
#6 Adequate electrical, natural gas, and telecommunications systems to meet the
demand of new and existing development.
COUNCILMEMBER LINDEMANS left the meeting at 9:45 P.M.
AL BELL stated that the Planning Center was open to any and all comments and
suggestions and that they should be submitted to Gary Thornhill.
JIM RAGSDALE advised that the next General Plan will be held Tuesday, October 29,
1991, 7:00 P.M., at Vail Elementary School.
CITY MANAGER RFPORT
None
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
None
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
None
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ADJOURNMENT
COUNCILMEMBER MOORE moved to adjourn at 9:40 P.M., seconded by COUNCILMEMBER
BIRDSALL and carried unanimously.
The next meeting of the Temecula City Council will be held Tuesday, October 22, 1991, 7:00,
Temporary Community Center, 27475 Commerce Center Drive, Temecula.
ATTEST:
Ronald J. Parks, Mayor
Clerk
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