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HomeMy WebLinkAbout16-15 PC Resolution PC RESOLUTION NO. 16-15 A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE LONG RANGE PLANNING APPLICATION NO. LR13-0001, MULTI-USE TRAILS AND BIKEWAYS MASTER PLAN UPDATE, AND MAKING A FINDING OF EXEMPTION UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) SECTION 15262, FEASIBILITY, AND PLANNING STUDIES Section 1. Procedural Findings. The Planning Commission of the City of Temecula does hereby find, determine and declare that: A. On January 3, 2013, the City of Temecula filed Planning Application No. LR13-0001 , Long Range Planning Application for Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan update in a manner in accord with the City of Temecula General Plan and Development Code. B. On May 14, 2013, the City of Temecula entered into an agreement with KTU+A Consulting to update the Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan. C. On October 26, 2013, the City of Temecula hosted a Public Workshop at the Mercantile Theater at 42051 Main Street. The Public Workshop included the presentation of maps and background data, as well as a launch of the www.hikebiketemecula.orq, which included an online survey 400 people filled out and provided more than 550 comments. D. On May 10, 2014, the City hosted a Hike Bike Event, which included opportunities to review draft maps, and walk or ride portions of trails or bike routes in and around Old Town. E. On April 12, 2016, Staff met with the Trails Subcommittee to present a summary of the plan, and a schedule to take to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission, Community Services Commission, and Planning Commission for input prior to consideration by the City Council in May, which is nationally recognized as Bike Month. F. The Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan was prepared to allow for an updated inventory of trails and bikeways completed since the plan was adopted in 2002. The plan also evaluates the feasibility of proposed connections throughout the entire City. The plan includes five main sections, 1) History, Trends and Project Goals; 2) Analysis of the Existing Network; 3) Recommended Trails and Bikeways; 4) Programs and Funding Sources; and 5) Gap Closure Alternatives. The plan incorporates new design concepts found in the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Urban Bikeway Design Guide, and meets all Caltrans requirements for the City to be eligible for Bicycle Transportation Account (BTA) funding and other grant programs. G. The City-initiated Long Range Planning Application was processed including, but not limited to a public notice, in the time and manner prescribed by State and local law. H. The Planning Commission, at a regular meeting, considered the Application and environmental review on May 18, 2016, at a duly noticed public hearing as prescribed by law, at which time the City staff and interested persons had an opportunity to and did testify either in support or in opposition to this matter. I. At the conclusion of the Planning Commission hearing and after due consideration of the testimony, the Planning Commission recommended the City Council approve Long Range Planning Application No, LR13-0001, Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan, subject to and based upon the findings set forth hereunder. J. All legal preconditions to the adoption of the Resolution have occurred. Section 2. Further Findings. The Planning Commission, in approving the Application hereby finds, determines and declares that: Development Code Section 17.05.010 A. The proposed use is in conformance with the General Plan for Temecula and with all applicable requirements of State law and other Ordinances of the City; The Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan update is intended to evaluate the feasibility of proposed connections throughout the City. The plan includes five main sections; 1) History, Trends and Project Goals; 2) Analysis of the Existing Network; 3) Recommended Trails and Bikeways; 4) Programs and Funding Sources; and 5) Gap Closure Alternatives. The plan incorporates new design concepts found in the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Urban Bikeway Design Guide, and meets all Caltrans requirements for the City to be eligible for Bicycle Transportation Account (B TA) funding and other grant programs. Furthermore, the plan provides supporting information to assist in implementing General Plan Figure C-4, Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways. As such, the Plan is consistent with the General Plan and all applicable requirements of state law and other city ordinances. B. The overall development of the land is designed for the protection of the public health, safety and general welfare. The plan incorporates new design concepts found in the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Urban Bikeway Design Guide. This document is intended to provide a standardized set of treatments for world-class bicycling streets in the U.S. The result is a unique set of standards aimed at creating safe bicycling conditions to protect the public health, safety and general welfare of the community. Section 3. Environmental Findings. The Planning Commission hereby makes the following environmental findings and determinations in connection with the approval of the Long Range Planning Application: A. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the proposed project has been deemed to be statutorily exempt from further environmental review based on Section 15262, Feasibility and Planning Studies. 1. Adoption of this Plan is statutorily exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Pursuant to Section 15262 of the State Guidelines for Implementation of CEQA, a project involving only feasibility or planning studies for possible future actions, which actions the City Council has not approved, adopted, or funded, does not require preparation of an EIR or Negative Declaration, but does require consideration of environmental factors. Consistent with this exemption, the plan is limited to the preparation of concept plans and recognizes various environmental factors in the area such as aesthetic, historic and biological resources. The concept plans identified in Section 5, Gap Closure Alternatives were developed to avoid or minimize potential impacts on the environment. In addition, the alternatives illustrate one option for closing a bike lane or trail gap. Other options may be considered using the Toolbox, Design Guidelines in Appendix A. The plan is limited to concept plans only, and does not include design engineered plans. Therefore, the plan qualifies for this exemption. Section 4. Recommendation. The Planning Commission of the City of Temecula hereby recommends that the City Council approve Long Range Planning Application No. LR13-0001, Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan. Section 5. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City of Temecula Planning Commission this 18th day of May 2016. Q John Te esio, Vice Chairman ATTEST: Luke Watson Secretary [SEAL] STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE )ss CITY OF TEMECULA ) I, Luke Watson, Secretary of the Temecula Planning Commission, do hereby certify that the forgoing PC Resolution No. 16-15 was duly and regularly adopted by the Planning Commission of the City of Temecula at a regular meeting thereof held on the 18th day of May 2016, by the following vote: AYES: 4 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: Telesio, Turley-Trejo, Wafts, Youmans NOES: 0 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: None ABSENT: 1 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: Guerriero ABSTAIN: 0 PLANNING COMMISSIONERS: None Luke Watson Secretary %:\P1anning\2013\LR33-0001 Trails and Bikeways Master Plan\3 Trails and Bikeways Master Plan Update\F Final TEMP\1 Staff Reports to Commissions\Planning Commission\PC Resolution Exempt from CEQA Mufti use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan update.dou DRAFT CC RESOLUTION RESOLUTION NO. - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA TO APPROVE LONG RANGE PLANNING APPLICATION NO. LR13-0001, MULTI-USE TRAILS AND BIKEWAYS MASTER PLAN UPDATE, AND MAKING A FINDING OF EXEMPTION UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) SECTION 15262, FEASIBILITY, AND PLANNING STUDIES THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Procedural Findings. The City Council of the City of Temecula does hereby find, determine and declare that: A. On January 3, 2013, the City of Temecula filed Planning Application No. LR13-0001, Long Range Planning Application for Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan update in a manner in accord with the City of Temecula General Plan and Development Code. B. On May 14, 2013, the City of Temecula entered into an agreement with KTU+A Consulting to update the Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan. C. On October 26, 2013, the City of Temecula hosted a Public Workshop at the Mercantile Theater at 42051 Main Street. The Public Workshop included the presentation of maps and background data, as well as a launch of the www.hikebiketemecula.org. which included an online survey 400 people filled out and provided more than 550 comments. D. On May 10, 2014, the City hosted a Hike Bike Event, which included opportunities to review draft maps, and walk or ride portions of trails or bike routes in and around Old Town. E. On April 12, 2016, Staff met with the Trails Subcommittee to present a summary of the plan, and a schedule to take to the Public/Traffic Safety Commission, Community Services Commission, and Planning Commission for input prior to consideration by the City Council in May, which is nationally recognized as Bike Month. F. The Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan was prepared to allow for an updated inventory of trails and bikeways completed since the plan was adopted in 2002. The plan also evaluates the feasibility of proposed connections throughout the entire City. The plan includes five main sections; 1) History, Trends and Project Goals; 2) Analysis of the Existing Network, 3) Recommended Trails and Bikeways; 4) Programs and Funding Sources, and 5) Gap Closure Alternatives. The plan incorporates new design concepts found in the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Urban Bikeway Design Guide, and meets all Caltrans requirements for the City to be eligible for Bicycle Transportation Account (BTA) funding and other grant programs. G. The City-initiated Long Range Planning Application was processed including, but not limited to a public notice, in the time and manner prescribed by State and local law. H. The Planning Commission, at a regular meeting, considered the Application and environmental review on May 18, 2016, at a duly noticed public hearing as prescribed by law, at which time the City staff and interested persons had an opportunity to and did testify either in support or in opposition to this matter. I. At the conclusion of the Planning Commission hearing and after due consideration of the testimony, the Planning Commission recommended the City Council approve Long Range Planning Application No. LR13-0001, Multi- Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan, subject to and based upon the findings set forth hereunder. J. All legal preconditions to the adoption of the Resolution have occurred. Section 2. Further Findings. The City Council, in approving the Application hereby finds, determines and declares that: A. The proposed use is in conformance with the General Plan for Temecula and with all applicable requirements of State law and other Ordinances of the City; The Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan update is intended to evaluate the feasibility of proposed connections throughout the City. The plan includes five main sections; 1) History, Trends and Project Goals; 2) Analysis of the Existing Network; 3) Recommended Trails and Bikeways; 4) Programs and Funding Sources; and 5) Gap Closure Alternatives. The plan incorporates new design concepts found in the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Urban Bikeway Design Guide, and meets all Caltrans requirements for the City to be eligible for Bicycle Transportation Account (BTA) funding and other grant programs. Furthermore, the plan provides supporting information to assist in implementing General Plan Figure C-4, Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways. As such, the Plan is consistent with the General Plan and all applicable requirements of state law and other city ordinances. B. The overall development of the land is designed for the protection of the public health, safety and general welfare. The plan incorporates new design concepts found in the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Urban Bikeway Design Guide. This document is intended to provide a standardized set of treatments for world-class bicycling streets in the U.S. The result is a unique set of standards aimed at creating safe bicycling conditions to protect the public health, safety and general welfare of the community. Section 3. Environmental Findings. The City Council hereby makes the following environmental findings and determinations in connection with the approval of the Long Range Planning Application: A. In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the proposed project has been deemed to be statutorily exempt from further environmental review based on Section 15262, Feasibility and Planning Studies. Adoption of this Plan is statutorily exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Pursuant to Section 15262 of the State Guidelines for implementation of CEQA, a project involving only feasibility or planning studies for possible future actions, which actions the City Council has not approved, adopted, or funded, does not require preparation of an EIR or Negative Declaration, but does require consideration of environmental factors. Consistent with this exemption, the plan is limited to the preparation of concept plans and recognizes various environmental factors in the area such as aesthetic, historic and biological resources. The concept plans identified in Section 5, Gap Closure Alternatives were developed to avoid or minimize potential impacts on the environment. In addition, the alternatives illustrate one option for closing a bike lane or trail gap. Other options may be considered using the Toolbox, Design Guidelines in Appendix A. The plan is limited to concept plans only, and does not include design engineered plans. Therefore, the plan qualifies for this exemption. Section 4. Recommendation. The City Council approve Long Range Planning Application No. LR13-0001, Multi-Use Trails and Bikeways Master Plan. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Temecula this 24th day of May, 2016. Mike Naggar, Mayor ATTEST: Randi Johl, City Clerk [SEAL] STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss CITY OF TEMECULA ) I, Randi Johl, City Clerk of the City of Temecula, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 16- was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of Temecula at a meeting thereof held on the 24th day of May, 2016, by the following vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS: ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Randi Johl, City Clerk