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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1972-04-24i David Rowlands i Ken Reynolds MINUTES Joint Meeting of Planning Commission and City Council April 24, 1972 7:00 P.M. Administrative Annex Huntington Beach, California PRESENT Mayor Coen Councilman Bartlett Councilman Green Councilman Duke Councilman Shipley Councilman Matney Councilwoman Gibbs Mark Porter, Chairman of Planning Commission Ed Kerins Robert Bazil Roger Slates Joe Boyle Frank Higgins Also in attendance were: David Rowlands Brander Castle Ben Arguello Ken Reynolds Dick Harlow DISCUSSION: Jere Murphy Bud Belsito Bill Reed Will Mevis Bill Back Bill Hartge and numerous local citizens Mr. Rowlands opened the meeting by stating that the information reviewed will play an important role in the development of the City's six year Capital Improvements Program. It was his desire that the Council and Planning Commission meet fairly regularly to resolve the many problems to be encountered. 1. 1971 Planning Commission Annual Progress Report Ken Reynolds presented the 1971 Planning Commission Annual Progress Report to the City Council for its information. 2. Goals and Objectives Mark Porter Mark Porter made a presentation using view graphs which outlined approximately 65 projects which should be undertaken by the City in the near future. There are four primary categories that these projects fall into: Mayor Coen April 24, 1972 Page 2 a. Policy Plan b. Master Plan Amendments c. Special Studies d. Code Amendments Mr. Porter elaborated on the various projects falling within these four categories. Mayor Coen asked why the Bolsa Chica area was not included in these projects. Dick Harlow Dick Harlow commented that the Bolsa Chica area is in the County. The City has asked the County to coordinate with the City as to proposed development of this area. Mrs. Gibbs Oen Reynolds i Jack Green Ken Reynolds Jack Green avid Rowlands Jerry Matney Councilwoman Gibbs felt there were at least three high priority elements under Master Plan Amendments that could be lumped together (i.e. open space, conservation and trails) and accomplished at the same time. Ken Reynolds responded that each of these amendments is a separate element required by State law and must be prepared separately. Councilman Green pointed out that all zoning in the City must reflect the Master Plan's intent by 1973. Mr. Green also questioned the status of the RA zone. Ken Reynolds pointed out that Huntington Beach is out in front in this area in that zone changes are presently being initiated. Councilman Green pointed out the necessity of adopting a Housing Element in order to qualify for Federal funds. Mr. Rowlands indicated the need for Federal funds in many areas and the need to meet Federal qualifications. He stated the City could receive in excess of $1.2 million annually if the Federal Revenue Sharing Program is enacted. Councilman Matney inquired what was happening to the Meadowlark Airport study he had requested about 6 months ago. April 24, 1972 Page 3 ark Porter Mr. Porter stated that his latest information was that Mr. Turner, the operator of the Airport, plans to either terminate the lease or sell his interests to the County. Jerry Matney Councilman Matney remarked he would like to see the Rl-PD zone eliminated. It is o.k. in the R2 and R3 zones, but he felt it was a misuse of the Rl zone. David Rowlands Mr. Rowlands commented that with CATV in the offing, it would be desirable to require undergrounding of these facilities as part of the subdivision map's requirements. Bob Dingwall Bob Dingwall questioned what could be done about existing R1 uses on M1 property. He felt it discouraged legitimate industrial developers from locating in areas where these old Rl homes are established. �vid Rowlands Mr. Rowlands added that the City is looking into obtaining EDA funds which would be used to prepare • industrial sites. Jerry Matney Councilman Matney agreed that it is e3sential for the City to invest some funds in order to attract the proper industries to the City. Mrs. Gibbs Councilwoman Gibbs stated from a report that a city would receive revenues from the following uses: Industry $600/yr. Commercial $2900/yr. Rl $150/yr. R3 $200/yr. It was evident that the City should concentrate on locating more industry and commercial uses in the City to offset the high service costs to residential areas. I!,ob Bazil Mr. Bazil suggested re-routing Gothard Street at Main Street and creating some real usable industrial land. Jack Green Councilman Green inquired as to how long it would take to prepare a special zone for service stations. April 24, 1972 Page 4 6 en Reynolds Ken Reynolds stated it could be prepared in a matter of days if other projects could be delayed. Jack Green Councilman Green instructed Mr. Rowlands to look into this request and report back to the City Council at its May 1st meeting. If the Council approves the concept, it would then recommend that the Planning Commission initiate the necessary action. Dick Harlow Dick Harlow commented that Item #9 listed under Special Studies (low priority) should include industrial development and then be moved up in priority since it conforms to the desire of the City Council to improve upon our tax base. Henry Duke Councilman Duke suggested a moratorium on all R1-PD developments. He felt that before we get too involved with these type of developments, we should evaluate their impact upon the community. •Ivin Coen Mayor Coen asked within what time frame will it • take the City to accomplish some of these goals. This would indicate their order of priority. Joe Boyle Mr. Boyle asked what kind of housing and what income housing does the City wish to attract. He felt the Planning Commission needs guidelines from the City Council in order to make better decisions. 3. Town Lot Study Ken Reynolds Ken Reynolds reviewed several maps depicting the town lot area. He indicated the area has in excess of 40% dedicated to streets and alleys. There is insufficient parking for the guests at the newer apartment developments. Drainage problems are severe and oil blight remains a serious problem. Mr. Reynolds conducted a slide presentation which was taken from the Police helicopter indicating the present status of the area. Henry Duke April 24, 1972 Page 5 Some of the proposed solutions included a circulation plan whereby numerous cross streets would be eliminated and a court concept utilizing existing streets as parking courts. Mr. Reynolds suggested an assessment district which would encompass the area between 17th and 23rd Streets and Orange and Palm Avenues. The 1911 Improvement Act would be the tool for developing and financing this project. It was estimated that it would cost approximately $2,000 per 25 foot lot. Councilman Duke commented that this plan assumes there will be high density in this area. There was a general feeling among the Council and Commission that this concept was desirable and should be pursued.