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Huntington Beach Planning Commission
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NOTICE OF ACTION
July 25, 2012
City of Huntington Beach
Public Works Department
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach CA 92648
SUBJECT: GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE NO. 12-003 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012/13)
APPLICANT: Public Works Department, City of Huntington Beach
PROPERTY
OWNER: City of Huntington Beach
REQUEST: To determine if the 2012/13 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is in
conformance with the goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan.
The 2012/13 CIP is a list of proposed projects recommended for planning,
initiation, or construction during the next fiscal year.
LOCATION: Citywide
DATE OF
ACTION: July 24, 2012
On Tuesday, July 24, 2012, the Huntington Beach Planning Commission took action on your
application, and approved your request by adopting Resolution No. 1662, approving General
Plan Conformance No. 12-003. Attached to this letter are Resolution No. 1662 and the findings
for approval.
Under the provisions of the Huntington Beach Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance, the action
taken by the Planning Commission becomes final at the expiration of the appeal period. A
person desiring to appeal the decision shall file a written notice of appeal to the City Clerk within
ten (10) calendar days of the date of the Planning Commission's action. The notice of appeal
shall include the name and address of the appellant, the decision being appealed, and the
grounds for the appeal Said appeal must be accompanied by a filing fee of One Thousand,
Seven Hundred Sixty-Three Dollars ($1,763.00) if the appeal is filed by a single family dwelling
property owner appealing the decision on his own property and Three Thousand, Three Eighty-
Phone 714-536-5271 Fax 714-374-1540 www.surfcity-hb.org
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Three Dollars ($3,383.00) if the appeal is filed by any other party. In your case, the last day for-
filing an appeal and paying the filing fee is Frida Au ust 3 2012 at 5:00 PM.
If you have any questions, please contact Rosemary Medel, the project planner, at
rmedel surfcit -hb.or or at (714) 374-1684 or the Planning and Building Department Zoning
Counter at (714) 536-5271.
Sincerely,
Scott Hess, Secretary
Planning Commission
By:
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Rick Ramos, Senior Planner
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Attachments: 1. Findings for Approval - GPC No. 12-003
2. Resolution No. 1662
c: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Chair and Planning Commission
Fred A. Wilson, City Manager
Scott Hess, Director of Planning and Building
Bill Reardon, Division Chief/Fire Marshal
Mike Vigliotta, Deputy City Attorney III
Debbie DeBow, Principal Civil Engineer
Mark Carnahan, Inspection Manager
Rosemary Medel, Associate Planner
Property Owner
Project File
ATTACHMENT NO. 1
FINDINGS OF APPROVAL
GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE 12-003
FINDINGS FOR PROJECTS EXEMPT FROM CEQA:
C mmission finds that the ro osed ro'ect will not have an si nificant effect on the
environment and is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
pursuant to Section 15306 of the CEQA Guidelines because the project involves information collection
which does not result in major disturbance to an environmental resource.
FINDINGS FOR APPROVAL - GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE NO. 12-003:
1. The 2012/13 Capital Improvement Program conforms to the following goals, objectives, and
policies of the General Plan:
U. 2 Provide a wastewater collection and treatment system which is able to support permitted land
uses; upgrade existing deficient systems; and pursue funding sources to reduce costs of
wastewater service provision in the City.
U.2.1 Ensure the City provides and maintains a wastewater collection and treatment facilities
system which adequately conveys and treats wastewater generated by existing and planned
development at a maximized cost efficiency.
U.2.1.5 Maintain, upgrade, and expand existing wastewater collection and treatment facilities.
U. 3 Provide a flood control system which is able to support the permitted land uses which
preserving the public safety; upgrade existing deficient systems; and pursue funding sources to
reduce the costs of flood control provisions in the City.
U.3.1 Ensure that adequate storm drain and flood control facilities are provided and properly
maintained in order to protect life and property from flood hazards.
U.3.1.1 Maintain existing public storm drains and flood control facilities, upgrade and expand
storm drain and flood control facilities.
LU 13.1.1 Allow for the continuation of existing public and private institutional, cultural,
educational, and health uses at their present locations and development of new uses in areas
designated on the Land Use Plan Map in accordance with Policy 7.1.1.
PF 6.1.3 Maintain or improve the governmental facilities and services in order to meet the
adopted levels of service and standards established in the Growth Management Element.
CE 1.2.1 Enhance circulation system standards for roadway and intersection classifications, right-
of-way width, pavement width, design speed, capacity and associated features such as medians
and bicycle lanes.
CE 1.2.3 Maintain primary truck routes that sustain an effective transport of commodities while
mitigating the negative impacts on local circulation and on noise sensitive land.
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CE 2.1.1 Maintain a city-wide level of service (LOS) not to exceed LOS "D" for intersections during
the peak hours.
CE 2.1.2 Maintain a city-wide level of service (LOS) for links not to exceed LOS "C" for daily traffic
with the exception of Pacific Coast Highway south of Brookhurst Street.
CE 2.1.3 Identify and improve roadways and intersections that are approaching, or have reached,
unacceptable levels of service.
C 5 ov'de sufficient well desi ned and convenient on and off street arkin facilities
throughout the City.
CE 5.1.1 Maintain an adequate supply of parking that supports the present level of demand and
allow for the expected increase in private transportation use.
CE 6.1.6 Maintain existing pedestrian facilities and require new development provide pedestrian
walkways and bicycle routes between developments, schools, and public facilities.
CE 6.1.10 Implement appropriate traffic devices and operational programs throughout the
community to ensure that conflicts between pedestrians, bicycles, and vehicles are minimized and
safety enhanced.
CE 7.1.7 Continue to construct landscaped medians in existing major and primary arterial streets
and continue to require the construction of landscaped medians in new developments.
CE 7.3 Protect scenic corridors and open space/landscape areas by blending man-made features
with the natural environment.
CE 7.3.1 Require that new development include landscaping that is compatible with visual
character of the designed scenic highways and corridors.
RCS 4 Ensure recreation facilities are renovated and upgraded to meet the current recreational
interests of adults and youth.
RCS 4.1 Improve and modernize existing parks and facilities to overcome existing design
deficiencies and deteriorated conditions.
UD 1.3.2 Provide for the implementation of streetscape and landscape improvements along the
major commercial corridors, through public capital improvement programs, business district
improvements, or other techniques as funding is available.
U.1 Provide a water supply system which is able to meet the projected water demands; upgraded
deficient systems and expand water treatment, supply, and distributed facilities; and pursue
funding sources to reduce the costs of water provision in the City and develop fair rate structures
to ensure high quality water service.
U 1.1 Maintain a system of water supply and distribution facilities capable of meeting existing and
future daily and peak demands, including fire flow requirements in a timely and cost efficient
manner.
U.1.1.3 Continue to evaluate the adequacy of the water supply and distribution system.
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CE 5.1 Balance the supply of parking with the demand for parking.
The Capital Improvement Program (CIP) ensures that City facilities continue to be adequately
accessible and maintained in -order to provide services to-residents and visitors. CIP projects will
provide continued improvements to sidewalks, curbs, gutters and pavement. Landscaping is
enhanced to continue to improve the visual character of the city. The CIP ensures that an adequate
amount of new circulation and access improvements are developed and maintained to support
existing and future development. Capital improvements maintain an integral circulation infrastructure
allowing the movement of people and goods throughout the City. The CIP program provides and
maintains an adequate citywide water supply system, improved collection and treatment of
s w d u es t at sufficient arkin facilities are rovided cit ide.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1662
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH FINDING THE CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013
IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE GOALS, OBJECTIVES,
AND POLICIES OF THE GENERAL PLAN
(GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE NO. 2012-03)
WHEREAS, the Government Code of the State of California, Section 65401, provides
that a local planning agency review a list of the proposed public works projects recommended
for planning, initiation, or construction during the ensuing fiscal year as to conformity with the
local general plan; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Works has submitted a coordinated list of all
capital projects recommended by City departments for the ensuing fiscal year in the form of a
Capital Improvement Projects List for Fiscal Year 2012/2013; and
WHEREAS, staff has indicated applicable General Plan goals, objectives, and policies
for each project included in the Fiscal Year 2012/2013 Capital Improvements Program to
establish conformance with the General Plan (Exhibit A).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Planning Commission of the
City of Huntington Beach finds the Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2012/2013 in
conformance with the goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of
Huntington Beach at a regular meeting held on the 24th day of July 2012, by the following roll
call vote:
AYES: Shier Burnett, Peterson, Mantini, Delgleize, Farley, Ryan
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN: Bixby
ATTEST:
Scott Hess, Secretary
Res 1662
Planning Commission Chairperson
EXHIBIT A
- PLANNED PROJECTS AND GENERAL PLAN POLICIES FOR
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM FY 2012/2013
(GENERAL PLAN CONFORMANCE NO. 12-03)
The following is a list of planned projects for Fiscal Year 2012/2013 Capital Improvements
Program (CIP) that requires General Plan Conformance. The list is divided into categories by
subject. Below each project group is a listing of the relative General Plan policies.
1. DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS
A.
II.
Planned Pro*ects:
1. First Street Diversion - SCADA Project
Design and install a SCADA system and flow weir for the First Street Urban
Runoff Discharge Permit with the Orange County Sanitation District.
2. Meredith Pump Station
Project will expand the existing pump station building footprint to accommodate
higher capacity engines.
3. Northwest Catch Basin Retrofit Project
Retrofit 155 existing catch basins with Automatic Retractable Screens.
4. Slater Channel Improvements
Project will improve the areas adjacent to the Slater channel to mitigate erosion
being caused by runoff.
B. General Plan Policies:
U. 3 Provide a flood control system which is able to support the permitted land uses
which preserving the public safety; upgrade existing deficient systems; and pursue
funding sources to reduce the costs of flood control provisions in the City.
U.3.1 Ensure that adequate storm drain and flood control facilities are provided and
properly maintained in order to protect life and property from flood hazards.
U.3.1.1 Maintain existing public storm drains and flood control facilities, upgrade
and expand storm drain and flood control facilities.
FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
A.Planned Pro'ects:
1. Various Roof Replacements
Replace the existing roof of various City buildings, which have reached the end
of their useful life. The facilities include: City Pool and Gym, Gothard Fire
Station, Joint Powers Training Center, Oak View Community Center, and
Newland House.
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B. General Plan Policies:
LU 13.1.1 Allow for the continuation of existing public and private institutional,
cultural , educational, and health uses at their present locations and development of
new uses in areas designated on the Land Use Plan Map in accordance with Policy
7.1.1.
PF 6.1.3 Maintain or improve the governmental facilities and services in order to
meet t e- a opte eve s o service an stan ar s esta is e in t e owt
Management Element.
III. NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS
A. Planned Pro'ects
1. Keelson Lane
This project will rehabilitate Keelson Lane, including sidewalk, curb & gutter,
and pavement.
2. Lakeview Drive
This project will install a retaining wall and rebuild the sidewalk adjacent to
Huntington Lake.
3. 10"' Street Lighting Replacement
Replace all elements of a six block street light circuit on 10th Street, from PCH
to Palm Avenue. The new circuit will provide a more reliable, standard voltage
4. Sunset Beach Improvements
This project will provide improvements to the Sunset Beach Community,
including Entry Sign(s) and Landscape Improvements to the Warner Turnaround.
B. General Plan Policies:
CE 1.2.1 Enhance circulation system standards for roadway and intersection
classifications, right-of-way width, pavement width, design speed, capacity and
associated features such as medians and bicycle lanes.
CE 6.1.6 Maintain existing pedestrian facilities and require new development
provide pedestrian walkways and bicycle routes between developments, schools, and
public facilities.
CE 7.1.7 Continue to construct landscaped medians in existing major and primary
arterial streets and continue to require the construction of landscaped medians in new
developments.
CE 7.3 Protect scenic corridors and open space/landscape areas by blending man-
made features with the natural environment.
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CE 7.3.1 Require that new development include landscaping that is compatible with
visual character of the designed scenic highways and corridors.
IV. PARKS AND BEACHES
A. Planned Pro'ects
1. Beach Parking Lot
This project will rehabilitate the parking lot between Beach Blvd and
2. Central Park North Parking Lot
This project will rehabilitate the parking lot to mitigate flooding.
3. Edison Park Sidewalk
This project will replace lifted and broken sections of sidewalk
4. Murdy Community Center Patio
Reconfiguration of patio and addition of shade structure.
5. Shipley Parking Lot
This project would install a permanent parking lot.
B. General Plan Policies:
CE 5 Provide sufficient, well designed and convenient on and off street parking
facilities throughout the City.
CE 5.1 Balance the supply of parking with the demand for parking.
CE 5.1.1 Maintain an adequate supply of parking that supports the present level of
demand and allow for the expected increase in private transportation use.
RCS 4 Ensure recreation facilities are renovated and upgraded to meet the current
recreational interests of adults and youth.
RCS 4.1 Improve and modernize existing parks and facilities to overcome existing
design deficiencies and deteriorated conditions.
IV. SEWER IMPROVEMENTS
A. Planned Pro'ects
1. Sewer Replacement Project
Sewer line in Beach Boulevard (Talbert to Warner) will be upsized to meet
current and future capacity demands.
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B. General Plan Policies:
U. 2 Provide a wastewater collection and treatment system which is able to support
permitted land uses; upgrade existing deficient systems; and pursue funding sources
to reduce costs of wastewater service provision in the City.
U.2.1 Ensure the City provides and maintains a wastewater collection and treatment
facilities system which adequately conveys and treats wastewater generated by
existing an p anne eve opment at a maximize cost e iciency.
U.2.1.5 Maintain, upgrade, and expand existing wastewater collection and treatment
facilities.
V. STREETS AND TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS
A. Planned Pro'ects
1. Beach at Edinger
Restripe to add a fourth northbound through lane on Beach Boulevard from
approximately 500 feet south of Edinger Avenue to 460 feet north of Edinger.
2. Edinger Avenue Traffic Signal Synchronization
Provide communication and operational upgrades for greater system reliability
to improve flows and minimize delays.
3. Gothard/Heil Traffic Signal Modification
Modify the traffic signal at the intersection of Gothard and Heil to provide left
turn arrows for east-west traffic.
4. Gothard/Talbert Traffic Signal Modification
Modem the traffic signal at the intersection of Gothard and Talbert to provide left
turn arrows for east-west traffic.
5. Yorktown/Huntington Intersection Improvements
Develop alternatives, design and construct improvements to address existing
accident patterns.
6. Stacey - Clegg Safe Routes To School
Installation of curb ramps and the upgrading of warning signs in the vicinity of
Stacey Middle School and Clegg Elementary School.
B. General Plan Policies:
CE 1.2.1 Enhance circulation system standards for roadway and intersection
classifications, right-of-way width, pavement width, design speed, capacity and
associated features such as medians and bicycle lanes.
CE 1.2.3 Maintain primary truck routes that sustain an effective transport of
commodities while mitigating the negative impacts on local circulation and on noise
sensitive land.
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CE 2.1.1 Maintain a city-wide level of service (LOS) not to exceed LOS "D" for
intersections during the peak hours.
CE 2.1.2 Maintain a city-wide level of service (LOS) for links not to exceed LOS
"C" for daily traffic with the exception of Pacific Coast Highway south of
Brookhurst Street.
CE 2.1.3 Identify and improve roadways and intersections that are approaching, or
have reached, unacceptable levels of service.
CE 6.1.10 Implement appropriate traffic devices and operational programs
throughout the community to ensure that conflicts between pedestrians, bicycles, and
vehicles are minimized and safety enhanced.
UD 1.3.2 Provide for the implementation of streetscape and landscape
improvements along the major commercial corridors, through public capital
improvement programs, business district improvements, or other techniques as
funding is available.
VI. WATER IMPROVEMENTS
A. Planned Pro'ects:
1. Slater Pump Station Modification
Design and install new three phase power supply from Graham Street and up to
an electric 10, 000 gpm pump system to address increase water flowing into
Slater Pump Station due to increase in groundwater injection by Orange County
Water District (OCWD) for the purpose of operating the salt water barrier.
B. General Plan Policies:
U.1 Provide a water supply system which is able to meet the projected water
demands; upgraded deficient systems and expand water treatment, supply, and
distributed facilities; and pursue funding sources to reduce the costs of water
provision in the City and develop fair rate structures to ensure high quality water
service.
U 1.1 Maintain a system of water supply and distribution facilities capable of
meeting existing and future daily and peak demands, including fire flow
requirements in a timely and cost efficient manner.
U.1.1.3 Continue to evaluate the adequacy of the water supply and distribution
system.
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