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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Planning Commission - 06/30/2004 V V MINUTES PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers-City Hall Wednesday—June 30,2004 5:30 P.M. Commissioners: Michael Pusley Elizabeth Chu Richter Eloy H. Salazar Richard Smith Bryan Stone Robert Zamora Commissioners Absent: David Berlanga,Chairman Shirley Mims,Vice Chairman Neill F.Amsler Staff: B. A.Bailey,AICP,Director of Development Services Michael N.Gunning,AICP,Assistant Director of Development Services Mary Frances Teniente,PE,Assistant Director of Development Services Ron Massey,Assistant City Manager of Public Works&Utilities Michelle Long,Recording Secretary Harry J.Power,City Planner Faryce Goode-Macon,City Planner Joseph Hamey,Assistant City Attorney Si usted quiere dirigirse ala comision y su ingles es limitado,habra un interprete de espa0ol a ingles en la junta para ayudarle. CALL TO ORDER Acting Chairman Richter called the meeting to order at 5:36 p.m. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commissioner Smith asked that on page eight in paragraphs two and eleven,the word residents be corrected to read,builders and developers. Motion was made by Pusley and seconded by Zamora to recommend approval of the minutes as `^ amended. Motion passed unanimously. ` J BAYFRONT PLAN PRESENTATION—RON MASSEY,ASSISTANT CITY MANGER OF PUBLIC D WORKS&UTILITIES Jz Mr.Ron Massey,Assistant City Manager,introduced Raymond Gignac,Landscape Architect,who presented the Bayfront Plan. v Mr.Gignac provided a PowerPoint presentation of the plan. He stated that the plan had been irr Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page 2 updated and focused on one of four options. The plan will go before the Planning Commission on July 14, 2004 for their recommendation and then to City Council on July 20,2004. Mr. Gignac stated that there were no construction cost estimates at this time but they should have them by the July 20,2004 City Council Meeting. Mr.Massey stated that they were looking for funding options. An economic development consultant is working with the city to determine what options are available and refine cost estimate figures. This information will be passed on as soon as it is available. Acting Chairman Richter stated that it would help the Commission to make a decision and recommendation if they had funding information at the meeting on July 14,2004. Mr.Gignac gave a brief history of the Bayfront and stated that it had a green edge before the construction of the seawall and Ocean Drive. There is two and a half miles of opportunity for improvement. He showed undeveloped areas between the Omni,the Arena and the Convention Center and pointed out that the medians were unusable. He also showed the existing conditions and the four different options that were considered for the plan. Mr. Gignac described the option that was chosen. To date 12 presentations of the plan had been made with a lot of positive feedback. The plan brings the traffic to the west behind Memorial Coliseum and at the waters edge by the Marina and the Art Center. They found that a lot of people want to be able to see the waters edge from their vehicles. At 1E137 there would be six or seven acres of green space continuous with the water to the north side of Ocean Drive. In the middle,downtown parks would be created which are continuous to the buildings. Mr.Gignac recommended creating a sense of arrival at Shoreline Drive and 1137. He also talked about the green space having small scale commercial elements and described the flexibility and multiuse capabilities for the public. This plan creates a true pedestrian connection to the water at the north and south parks. He showed and described the vision of the area around Memorial Coliseum which included a festival area of about eight acres,with a lot less concrete/parking. Four different zones of the plan were identified and described. They included: Zone A: North Zone Zone B: Downtown Zone C: South Zone Zone D: Marina Mr.Gignac stated that due to construction costs,the project will be carried out one zone at a time and that they wanted the Planning Commission to make a recommendation on what order the four zones should be phased in. Mr.Gignac suggested there be a monumental landmark at the intersection on the main roads and the water. He also suggested creating a 20 foot buffer in zone A to keep the park surrounded by green space and create a sense of arrival In zone B,traffic is moved to the water's edge and neighborhood green spaces were created that could be used for small cafés,water features,or small scale parks. This zone also proposed a normal left turn as opposed to a median. The stacking lane would be determined by a traffic consultant. Acting Chairman Richter asked if the east and west streets would be one way. Mr.Gignac stated that they will probably stay the way they are. Mr.Massey stated that there may be a circular turnaround at V 4.0 Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page 3 Schatzell,but that will be examined in more detail when they are ready to design roads. He stated that this is the master plan concept and that changes could be made if necessary. Commission Pusley asked if there had been discussion of constructing overhead walkways from the hotels. Mr.Gignac stated that they had not. The plan would take out two lanes of traffic and the medians. The area to be crossed will be much shorter than it is now. Mr.Massey stated that there will be two lanes of traffic and one parking lane. Mr.Gignac showed a view from the Omni looking towards Landry's which included café's and parks adjacent to hotels with traffic at the waters edge. He stated that we need to have active green spaces and encourage people to go there. What we have now is passive. The south zone is envisioned as having a festival lawn of about eight acres on the north side of the coliseum. In the front would be a wide pier that goes over the existing bulkhead and a boardwalk along the breakwater. The marina zone would have a new pier and new boat slips. The marina staff will have a new repair facility that will be set down lower than it is now. There will be new docks and a seafood market. Mr.Gignac stated that the City has hired Johnson Consulting in Chicago to look at Corpus Christi and the plan and determine a funding strategy and funding sources. A traffic study indicated that Ocean Drive is at 45%of its capacity during peak hours. Mr.Gignac showed a graph comparing the capacity of four lanes of traffic versus six lanes. We are well below capacity the foreseeable future. The traffic engineer also pointed out that new traffic that will be generated due to the baseball stadium and the new arena but will be during off peak. His recommendation was to have a turning lane and one additional lane for a two block area. There may be a split of traffic around the Art Museum due to constrictions. The next steps are to continue to present the plan to various groups,complete preliminary construction cost estimates,and explore funding sources through our consultants. Mr.Gignac stated that they were asked by the City to coordinate and integrate of the branding of the Bayfront Parks and Sciences Park and the Port of Corpus Christi beach areas. Acting Chairman Richter stated that zone B had a lot of merit in that it tied to commercial establishments while creating a zone with park and commerce and would be a good zone to start with. She also asked if they had contemplated leasing some of that space to generate income. Mr.Massey stated that this is an opportunity for public and private partnerships. They could move the street and create the area and work through UPA's with adjoining property owners to create the right environment and theme. Commissioner Pusley asked what the plan was for lane sizes behind the Coliseum. Mr.Massey stated that there would be a five lane cross-section in that area. Commissioner Pusley asked if it would be from I1137 down to the First United Methodist Church. Mr.Massey stated that the only exception may be a loop around the Art Center. Commissioner Pusley asked if the plan would be affected by the decision of what is done with the Coliseum. Mr. Massey stated that he did not anticipate that. The idea was to move the green space closer to the water and use the area to support recreational activities. Commissioner Pusley stated that this plan would take away a lot of parking and will limit the use of the Coliseum. Mr.Massey stated that they could shift parking to the other side of the building. Commissioner Pusley also asked if the number of sidewalk vendors would be limited. Mr.Gignac stated that the city will need to have zoning and ordinances to monitor size and design to control that. Commissioner Pusley stated that the plan is trying to iv S Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page 4 increase the use of the downtown area which will result in an increase in traffic. This plan seems to decrease the ability to handle greater traffic. Mr.Gignac reiterated that the traffic engineer did a 25 year projection and thought it will be sufficient. Mr.Massey stated that if we increase the people who live downtown,it would decrease of drive for those who also work downtown. Commissioner Pusley stated that the City found money for the Landry's deal which was rejected by an organized group of people who heavily use the Bayfront. We will need their support to pass this plan. Mr.Massey stated that the idea was to first get the master plan approved which gives the framework under which to operate. We can then say that the public accepts the concept and we will be ready to talk to property and business owners about joint development. Acting Chairman Richter asked if there had been any talk of building parking garages on the edges of downtown. Mr.Gignac stated that they had discussed it and may have a recommendation by July 20, 2004. Mr.Massey stated that there had been discussion on having multi level garages with shops on the first level. Commissioner Zamora asked about the flow of pedestrian traffic between the two parks. Mr. Massey stated that there would continue to be a walkway along the Sea Wall. Mr. Gignac showed that there would be a building,100 feet of green space for cafe's,etc.,a pedestrian walkway,a parking lane,two lanes of traffic,and two wide pedestrian walkways,all parallel to the water. Mr.Massey stated that we would still be able to go from the Arena to McGee Beach. In addition,along a parallel path,there would be an active path for rollerbladers and joggers,and a passive path for walkers. Both will be between the road and the Sea Wall and will be covered. The passive path may have brick pavers to discourage rollerblading. Commissioner Stone asked how much land would be between the water and the road on the north zone Mr.Gignac stated that there would be 100 feet to work with. The Planning Commissioners thanked Mr. Gignac and Mr.Massey for the presentation IV. NON-PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA ITEMS PLATS Continued Plats Mrs.Mary Frances Teniente,Assistant Director of Development Services read the following plat into the record and stated that staff had received a letter requesting that this plat be withdrawn. a. 050464-NP25 Mineral Processing Subdivision.Block 1,Lots 1 &2 (Preliminary— 106.41 Acres) Located between Bronco Road on the east,Manning Road on the west, north of Recycle Drive,all north of SH44. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Zamora and seconded by Pusley to withdraw the plat as requested. Motion passed unanimously. Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page 5 Mrs.Teniente read the following plat into the record. b. 040452-NPI8 Brideeoointe Landing.Block 1.Lots 1,4,&5 (Preliminary— 16.71 Acres) Located east of Cimarron Boulevard,south of Lens Drive. Ms Teniente stated that this was a preliminary plat,not final and the correct location of the property is east of Lexington and south of Highway 358. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Stone and seconded by Smith to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs.Teniente read the following plat into the record. c. 060490-NP41 Bent Tree Unit 2,Block 7,Lots 6&7 (Final—9.347 Acres) Located northwest of the intersection of Cimarron Boulevard with Saratoga Boulevard(SH 357). Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Pusley and seconded by Stone to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs.Teniente read the following plat into the record. d. 060497-NP43 Industrial Technology Park Unit 1,Block 1,Lots IA& IB (Final—6.04 Acres) Bounded by Bear Lane to the north, South Padre Island Drive(511 358) to the east,Corporate Drive to the southeast,and Junior Beck Drive to the west. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Pusley and seconded by Stone to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs.Teniente read the following plat into the record. e. 060499-NP45 Saxet Community Center,Block C,Lot 1 (Final Reolat—0.48 Acre) Located north of Leopard Street west of Oak Park Avenue. Mrs.Tenients stated that staff had received a letter requesting a 2 week continuance. 16 11/110 Planning Commission Minutes lune 30,2004 Page 6 Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Pusley and seconded by Stone to recommend a two week continuance as requested. Motion passed unanimously. New Plats Mrs.Teniente read the following plat into the record: a. 0704112-NP50 South Saratoga Acres (Preliminary— 11.58 Acres) Located south of Saratoga Boulevard(SH 357)and west of the extended Crosstown Expressway(SH 286). Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Zamora and seconded by Stone to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs. Teniente read the following plat into the record: b. 0704104-NP47 Bav Area Fellowship Church Tract,Block 1,Lot 1 (Final—35.597Acres) Located east of Chapman Ranch Road(SH 286)between the Oso Creek and Weber Road(FM 43). Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Zamora and seconded by Stone to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs. Teniente read the following plat into the record: Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. Ms.Teniente stated that staff was seeking a commitment of a 60 foot easement. It was not required at this time as it is outside of the limits of this plat. Mr.Chip Urban,representative for the applicant,agreed to request that the applicant commit to this easement. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Smith and seconded by Pusley to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs.Teniente read the following plat into the record: c. 0704109-NP48 rr1 Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page 7 Padre Island No. 1,Block 21,Lots ID& lE (Final—2.041 Acres) Located between South Padre Island Drive(Park Road 22)and Crowsnest Avenue south of Whitecap Boulevard. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Smith and seconded by Pusley to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs.Teniente read the following plat into the record: d. 0704111-NP49 South Aires Subdivision No. 2,Block 2,Lot 2 (Final—2.82 Acres) Located south of Holly Road, approximately one-quarter(1/4)mile east of Ayers Street. Mrs.Teniente stated that staff recommended that this plat be tabled at this time. The applicant,Mr. Leal was present. On June 2,2004 the Commission approved a final plat for South Aires Subdivision No.2, Block 2,Lot 1 and 2. Staff is working with Mr.Leal to plat Lot 2 due to a disagreement with the adjacent property owner,the owner of Lot I. Staff recommended that South Aires Subdivision No. 2,Block 2,Lots 1 and 2 be submitted as a preliminary plat. After acting on that,Lot 2 could be submitted for approval as a final plat. Acting Chairman Richter stated that what needed to be done is to resend the action that was taken as a final plat. Mr.Joseph Harney,Assistant City Attorney—table this issue and bring it back on the agenda to resend the previous action. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Pusley and seconded by Stone to table the plat for two weeks as recommended. Motion passed unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA ITEMS New Plats Acting Chairman Richter abstained from the following new plat and Commissioner Robert Zamora took over as Chairman. a. 060492-P53 Del Mar College West (Preliminary— 100.32 Acres) Bounded by Airport Road on the east,Old Brownsville Road on the southeast,dedicated,but unopened Bates Drive on the south,dedicated,but unopened and an unnamed road on the west,and Santa Elena Street on the north. Mrs.Teniente read the following new plat into the record: Eid Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page 8 Acting Chairman Zamora opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Smith and seconded by Salazar to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Richter re-entered the room and resumed as Acting Chairman. Mrs.Teniente read the following plat into the record: b. 060493-P54 Dickson Subdivision,Lots 1, 2,&3 (Preliminary—24.18 Acres) Located between Up River Road and the Nueces River,west of Violet Road. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Pusley and seconded by Zamora to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs.Teniente read the following new plat into the record: c. 060494-P55 Los Vientos at Terra Mar (Preliminary—74.76 Acres) Located east of Victoria Park Unit 1 between Wooldridge Road and the extension of Oso Parkway. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Pusley and seconded by Stone to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs. Teniente read the following new plat into the record: d. 060491-P52 Vacating Plat of Portion of Padre Island—Corous Christi Commodores Cove Unit 2(Final— 19.546 Acres) Located west of Aquarius Street between Lucio Drive and Dubloon Street. Mrs.Teniente stated that staff had received a letter requesting a two week continuance. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Pusley and seconded by Stone to recommend the continuance for two weeks as requested. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs.Teniente read the following new plat into the record. V Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page 9 e. 060496-P56 Los Vientos at Terra Mar (Final—20.18 Acres) Located east of Victoria Park Unit 1 between Wooldridge Road and the extension of Oso Parkway. Mrs.Teniente stated that due to the closure of a right-of-way that was included in the plat,it was requested that the plat continue in four weeks. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Zamora and seconded by Pusley to recommend the continuance for four weeks as requested. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs.Teniente read the following new plat into the record: f. 0604100-P57 S&J Estates,Block 1.Lot 1 (Final—4.629 Acres) Located southeast of Hearn Road,west of Callicoatte Road(FM 1694). Ms.Teniente stated that the applicant requested a two week extension. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Stone and seconded by Smith to recommend the continuance for two weeks as requested. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs.Teniente read the following new plat into the record: g. 0604101-P58 Sterling Corners,Block 1,Lots 3 &4 (Final—5.164 Acres) Located west of South Staples Street(FM 2444)and north of Lipes Boulevard. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Smith and seconded by Salazar to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. Mrs.Teniente read the following new plat into the record: h. 0604102-P59 Tuscan Place Subdivision Unit 1 (Final—32.324 Acres) Located between Guadalupe Drive and the Nueces River east of Riverview Drive. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page 10 Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Stone and seconded by Pusley to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. ' V � Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page I1 Time Extensions Mrs.Teniente read the following plat into the record: a. 1203137-P78 Wood Estates Unit 6 (Final—7.459 Acres1 Located south of the southern terminus of Santa Gertrudis Drive and west of the western terminus of River Park Drive,all west of Wood Ms.Teniente stated that the applicant requested a six month time extension. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Stone and seconded by Smith to recommend the time extension as requested. Motion passed unanimously. ZONING New Zoning 0604-05-Magellan Terminal Holdings,L.P REQUEST: Change of zoning from"B-3"Business District on Tract 1 and"I-2"Light Industrial District on Tract 2 to"I-3"Heavy Industrial District,resulting in a land use change from commercial and light industrial to heavy industrial. Excerpts from Zoning Report Legal Description/Location: Being 78.38 acres out of the Webb Tract, Lots 7, 8, 9, 21 and 22, located west of Buddy Lawrence Drive and Poth Land and north ofLH 37 and Tribble Street. Purpose of Request: To bring the existing legal non-conforming above ground fuel tanks into conformity and to allow for the placement of three(3)additional petroleum storage tanks. Area Development Plan:Port/Airport/Violet— The requested "1-3"District is consistent with the future land use map. Staff Recommendation: Approval of the "1-3"Heavy Industrial District on Tracts l and 2. Ms.Faryce Goode-Macon,City Planner,provided graphics of the subject property and the surrounding area. The zoning report and tape recording are on file. She stated that there were seven notices mailed. None were received in favor or opposition. This property was zoned and annexed in December of 1995. It was not given industrial classifications at that time that would allow for above ground fuel tanks because residential properties still existed in the area. Commissioner Zamora asked if this was the Oak Park subdivision and if there were still residential V Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page 12 dwellings in the area. Mrs. Goode-Macon stated that there is a halfway house and it was the only residential property in the area. Mr.Gunning stated that all residences were bought and moved and that Citgo owned all of the property. Acting Chairman Richter asked what"B-3"included. Mrs.Goode-Macon stated that it is a business district that doesn't allow for single-multi family residential development or industrial development. When the property was annexed it was no longer a part of the industrial agreement. This zoning was placed on the property until the residential uses could be removed and no additional homes would be built. Commissioner Pusley asked for explanation of the following department comment: The "I.3"District permits petroleum bulk storage as an objectionable use subject to approval by the Zoning Board of Adjustment. The proposed three(3)additional petroleum tanks require Zoning Board of Adjustment approval. The existing legal non-conforming petroleum storage tanks are not subject to Zoning Board of Adjustment action, but should be submitted for review by the owner with the three(3) additional petroleum storage tanks during that process. Ms. Goode-Macon explained that the tanks are legal non-conforming because neither the"B-3" District or the"1-2"District allows for above ground fuel tanks. The City annexed that area in 1995 and therefore;created the uses non-conforming. Since the uses are non-conforming the City considers it legal because it was there prior to annexation and therefore the Board of Adjustments action is not required. Staff does encourage Magellan Terminal Holdings to bring their whole property into compliance through the Board of Adjustments. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. Mr.Chris Alley,9830 East 119th Place,Bisbe,OK,came forward with a graphic of the area to answer any questions. He stated that his company wanted to build three additional tanks. This fits in with the current area uses and should have no impact. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Salazar and seconded by Zamora to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. 0604-06-Southwest Phoenix Group,Inc.and Dykeswill,Ltd. REQUEST: Change of zoning from"AT"Apartment Tourist District to"B-2A"Barrier Island Business District,resulting in a land use change from high-density residential to commercial. Excerpts from Zoning Report Legal Description/Location:Being 4.36 acres out of Mustang Island, Section 2,Block I,Lot 25, located on the south side ofSN 361 and three(3)miles north of Access Road No. 2 Purpose of Request:Development of a retail center. Area Development Plan:Mustang-Padre Island—The requested "B-2A"District is inconsistent with the future land use map. The future land use map recommends "Tourist"development. Such development is identified as a mixed use of residential and commercial uses oriented for the tourist industry. The proposed commercial use is a stand along development that does not offer the residential component ' U Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page 13 and would set the precedent for strip commercial development along S.H. 361. Staff Recommendation: Denial of the "B-2A"Barrier Island District. Mrs. Goode-Macon stated that the applicant requested that the case be tabled to July 28,2004. Mr.Michael Gunning,Assistant Director of Development Services stated that staff did not notify time share owners of Mustang Towers of the zoning change request and such notification is not required. Opposition for this case is at 18%and the applicant needed time to meet with groups in the vicinity to clarify his plans. Acting Chairman Richter asked if the letters of opposition would still be relevant at the July 28, 2004 meeting. Mr. Gunning stated that they would carry forward. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Zamora and seconded by Stone to recommend approval to table the case until July 28,2004. Motion passed unanimously. 0604-07-Valero Refming—Texas L.P. REQUEST: Change of zoning from"B-4"General Business District to"I-3"Heavy Industrial District, resulting in a land use change from commercial to heavy industrial, Excerpts from Zoning Report Legal Description/Location:Being 0.38 acre out of Kaler Addition, Share 2A, west %of Lot 6, located 140 feet north of Up River Road and east of Kaler Drive. Purpose of Request:Parking area for refining office and laboratory area. Area Development Plan: Port/Airport/Violet- The Port/Airport/Violet Area Development Plan recommends the subject property develop as industrial. The proposed "1-3"District is consistent with the plan. Staff Recommendation: Approval of the "I--3"Heavy Industrial District Ms. Goode-Macon provided graphics of the subject property and the surrounding area. The zoning report and tape recording are on file. She stated that there were five notices mailed. None were received in favor or in opposition. Acting Chairman Richter opened the public hearing. No one appeared to be in favor or opposition. Public hearing was closed. Motion was made by Pusley and seconded by Salazar to recommend approval as submitted. Motion passed unanimously. VI. DIRECTOR'S REPORT Planning Commission Minutes June 30,2004 Page 14 Mr. Gunning stated that staff was working with builders and developers to review the Overlay Zoning District. The group previously seemed to have some misinformation and now have a better understanding. Staff explained how the Overlay District would work and how it would impact future development. They appeared to understand the landscaping regulations that they previously questioned and thought they made sense. There will be a Public Meeting on July 7,2004 at the Island Presbyterian Church. In addition to the Public Meeting on July 7, 2004 on the Island, a Public Hearing is scheduled for July 14,2004. Staff may ask for an additional 90 day extension at that time to better educate the community on the Overlay District. We are obligated to bring it back on the July 14,2004. Mr. Gunning explained that this is only creating a district, not rezoning the properties. The actual rezoning will be an expensive and intense process. Commissioner Pusley stated that is sounded like staff had made progress and worked out some kinks. Mr. Gunning stated that the proposed District is good for the Island and the City. Land values especially commercial land values are increasing due to other things and not necessarily due to the Overlay District. If we let this die it could take many years to bring it back due to the controversy. There had been a lot of misunderstanding of the Plan. He also stated that he was not confident that we have the full support of the Planning Commission. We may need to take the time to be sure that they fully understand the plan. A. FUTURE SCHEDULED MEETINGS Officers will be elected at the first meeting in August. Mr. Gunning stated that Commissioner Richter will remain a commissioner until a new one is named. B. EXCUSED ABSENCES There were no excused absences C. OTHER MATTERS There were no other matters VII. ADJOURNMENT Motion was made to adjourn at 7:34 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Michael N.Gunning,AICP Michelle Long Assistant Director of Development Services Recording Secretary