HomeMy WebLinkAbout110899 OTLRB MinutesMINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE OLD TOWN TEMECULA
LOCAL REVIEW BOARD
NOVEMBER 8, t999
CALL TO ORDER
The Old Town Temecula Local Review Board convened in a regular meeting at 9:03 A.M., on
Monday, November 8, 1999, in the Temecula Community Center, 28816 Pujol Street,
Temecula, California.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Board Members Blair, Montgomery, and
Chairman Harker.
Absent:
Board Members Allen, Mighell, and Ross.
Also Present:
Assistant Planner Anders,
Development Processing Coordinator Noland,
Senior Redevelopment Analyst Powers, and
Minute Clerk Hansen
BOARD BUSINESS
1. Public Discussion
No comments.
2. Approval of Miqutes - October 11, 1999
MOTION: Board Member Blair moved to approve the minutes, as written. The motion was
seconded by Board Member Montgomery and voice vote reflected approval with the exception
of Board Members Allen, Mighell, and Ross who were absent.
3. Old Business
A. Letter Fonts for Old Town Signs
Development Processing Coordinator Noland presented a variety of historical fonts provided by
Board Members Allen and Montgomery; and advised that the new Temecula Museum had
additional data associated with historical fonts.
In light of the historical information provided (per agenda material), Board Member Blair relayed
that there was a vast array of period-appropriate fonts; and noted that the research data was
informative.
Chairman Harker noted that the historical signage denoted numerous signs applied directly on
the building.
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Board Member Montgornery recommended utilizing the data in order to develop a standard with
respect to the amount of information provided on signage, in order to restrict a plethora of data
placed on signs, creating a negative aesthetic appearance (referencing various existing signs
seen during the Old Town Walking Tour.)
Project Planner Anders provided additional information regarding the November 9, 1999
Training Session; noted the attendance of Deputy City Manager Thomhill, Planning Manager
Ubnoske, Chief Building Official Elmo, Housing Redevelopment Manager Meyer, and Senior
Redevelopment Analyst Powers at the scheduled Board meeting; relayed the topics to be
discussed, inclusive of signage standards with respect to fonts, colors, and content; and advised
that it would be an asset for the Board to hear the input of the various Department staff
members.
Chairman Harker commended staff for the organization of the November 9, 1999 Board
Meeting, providing the opportunity for the Board to meet with the various staff members,
relaying that it would be helpful for the Board to receive direction from the City staff.
4. New Business
A. Main Street Salon Sign (42130 Main Street)
Noting the recent additional building space acquired by the merchant, Development Processing
Coordinator Noland presented the proposed signage for the Main Street Salon; advised that
there was a sign program for this particular building in Old Town; specified the dimensions of
the signage as two-and-a-half feet by five feet (2.5' by 5'); and for Board Member Blair, relayed
the proposed location of the sign.
Relaying his opinion that the proposed signage provided a positive visual appearance, Board
Member Montgomery commented on the trim border, the sandblasted wood, the script font, and
the content on this particular sign.
MOTION: Board Member Montgomery moved to approve the Main Street Salon Sign, as
presented. Board Member Blair seconded the motion and voice vote reflected approval with the
exception of Board Members Allen, Mighell, and Ross who were absent.
B. Demolition of Historic Dwelling (28735 Pujol Street)
Senior Redevelopment Analyst Powers relayed that the Redevelopment Agency owned the
property that encompassed this particular dwelling; noted that the area was zoned Multi-family;
relayed that due to the building being denoted as a historical dwelling, this matter was brought
forward to the Board; and for Board Member Blair, advised that the building was classified as
historical, due to the age of the dwelling.
Chairman Harker relayed his support of the proposed plan to demolish the building, noting that it
was an eyesore in the community.
It was the consensus of the Board to approve the demolition of the Historic Dwelling at 28735
Pujol Street.
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5. Consultation
No comments.
6. Board Discussion
For Board Member Blair, Development Processing Coordinator Noland clarified that the meeting
on November 9, 1999 was scheduled to begin at 11:30 P.M.; and provided additional
information regarding the posting of this particular meeting.
Project Planner Andem provided an overview of the scheduled November 9, 1999 meeting;
noted that she would provide a power point presentation during the luncheon in order to allow
discussion with the staff after that approximate 30-minute presentation; and queried the Board
on their desire of topics to be addressed.
For Chairman Harker, Project Planner Anders relayed that her presentation would be an
overview of the Board's Walking Tour (via overhead photographs), in order to demonstrate the
existing signage in Old Town.
Board Member Montgomery recommended that a priority discussion topic be Sign Guidelines
due to the lack of specificity in the Old Town Specific Plan, and in order to ensure that there was
a consistent standard established.
Chairman Harker recommended the development of a sample list of acceptable signage in
order for the merchants to have a base from which to work; and concurred with Development
Processing Coordinator Noland's response, that photographs of existing favorable signage in
Old Town be utilized as a model list.
For Board Members Blair and Montgomery, Project Planner Anders advised that the issue of
amending the Specific Plan could be addressed at the November 9, 1999 meeting in order for
the Board to receive input with respect to the likelihood of obtaining political support; and
reiterated the alternate Board recommended option to develop a policy interpretation, providing
a sampling of acceptable signage for merchants due to the vague language of the Specific Plan.
In light of the reseamh historical data provided, Board member Blair suggested that in lieu of
amending the Specific Plan, that provision of a recommended sampling of Board approved
signs be provided merchants, in an effort to avoid maintaining rigid restrictions, which could
potentially eliminate acceptable signage.
For informational purposes, Project Planner Anders noted the recent Westway magazine article
(produced by the AAA Automobile Club) depicting Old Town Temecula.
7. Staff Approvals
No comments.
ADJOURNMENT
At 9:34 A.M. Chairman Harker formally adjourned this meeting to Monday, November 9,t999,
at 11:30 A. M., for a Training Session at Temecula City Hall (Main Conference Room), 43200
Business Park Drive, Temecula, California.
Chairman William Harker
Assistant Planner Patricia Anders