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Home My WebLink AboutMIN 1996 0212 PC REGr Planning Commission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of February 12, 1996 Page 1 A Regular Meeting of the Planning Commission was held on February 12, 1996, in the City Council Chambers, 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California 93021. 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:13 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Commissioner Miller led the pledge of allegiance to the flag. 3. ROLL CALL John Torres - Chairperson Tina May - Vice Chairperson Barton Miller Theodore H. Martens Ernesto J. Acosta Staff attending the meeting included the Director of Community Development, Jim Aguilera; Senior Planner, Debbie Traffenstedt; Assistant City Engineer, Dirk Lovett; and Administrative Secretary, Celia LaFleur. C�3 TiZe) i► c\ ui: 3l �l �e1�E�Ke1L3e1�I�IIF {�J��`�t��J� _ L ' ; �1! • � None 5. REORDERING OF THE AGENDA None :`7JZiSr /1�0 M610 i MOTION: Commissioner Miller moved and Commissioner May seconded a motion to approve the Planning Commission Meeting minutes of January 22, 29, and February 7, 1996, with a correction to page two of the February 7, 1996 minutes. The motion carried by voice vote 5 -0. 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS Mr. William LaPerch addressed the Commission, he said that he was concerned about the opposition and public testimony received on the Bollinger project. He said that the public hearing was premature and concerned with the impacts the City of Moorpark, 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, CA (805) 529-8884, Ext. 228, Fax 529 -8270 c ACELLAMP ORMC99=12.PCM Q0ftr9&5:04 pm Planning Commission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of February 12, 1996 Page 2 project would bring. CONSENT CALENDAR None PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued from January 29, 1996) a. Specific Plan 8 - Messenger Development At this point in the meeting, Commissioner Martens indicated that due to a possible conflict of interest regarding the Messenger Development and Specific Plan No. 8, he would not be participating in the discussions this evening. Testimony received from the following. Chris Evans, addressed the Commission about the impacts that the project might bring. He invited the applicant and residents to a open public form to discuss the project. He said the form was scheduled for February 24, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m., at Moorpark Presbyterian Church. He commented that the majority of Moorpark residents support the project which is within the General Plan Guidelines and thought that the project should move forward for review by the City Council. Jim Stueck, addressed the Commission, he concurred with Mr. Evans invitation to have a meeting with the applicant and residents to discuss any concerns. Tim Kelly, addressed the Commission, he said the Commission was subject to a bias opinion. He was opposed the development of Specific Plan 8. Paul Norcross, addressed the Commission, he said that he thought the Traffic Study did not address traffic circulation concerns on Campus Park Drive near the Happy Camp Park gated entrance. He commented that the developer had donated land to the college to develop a college swim stadium. Roseanne Mikos, addressed the Commission, she talked about land dealings between Specific Plan 8 property and the County of Ventura. She mentioned that the 6,000 acres the developer was proposing as Open Space was really equal to only 1,800 acres, as the Happy Camp Park are is not deeded to SP 8, or should be considered as an Open Space land use dedication by Specific Plan No. B. Dave Anderson, addressed the Commission, as a ten year City of Moorpark, 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, CA (805) 529-6864, EA 228, Fax 529-8270 c:%CEuA\96rch4I?JX;0 12.PCM 0&\kd 5:04 pm Planning Commission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of February 12, 1996 Page 3 resident of Moorpark, he thought the project was premature. His concerns were about the massive grading proposed, and other significant impacts to the community, wildlife, water, fire, and traffic circulation. Gary Lowenberg, addressed the Commission, he was concern about the increase in population, limited resources as a result of the project, and the proposed access to the project. He suggested that Spring Road be the main access road which could support retail access to Moorpark. Karen Bill, addressed the Commission, she said that Happy Camp Park is not the Yosemite of Moorpark, but the park is useful and used by Moorpark residents. Gary Austin, the applicant, addressed the Commission. He talked about the school districts interest in developing a swim stadium that would be used by the proposed high school site and the community college, and that the 8.78 acre site was donated property by the previous land owner. Mr. Austin gave background information about Specific Plan No. 8 and how the County of Ventura, Board of Supervisors were involved and had always intended in generating revenue to support the lower half of the Happy Camp Park. He spoke briefly about the City's request to provide an Affordable Housing Program, he found the City's request difficult and did not know how to propose the program. Mr. Aguilera reminded Mr. Austin that the Affordable Housing Program was his obligation by State law. Commissioner May questioned staff if Granny Flats /Guest Houses could be built on larger lots and would they qualify as affordable housing. Mr. Austin suggested building apartments in another area of the City. Commissioner Miller asked if the College had commented on the proposed development. Debbie Traffenstedt said that the City had received two letters from the college that referenced their concerns with light spillage /impact, but no major concerns were identified in those letters. Mary Roberts, addressed the Commission, she said that her home is immediately adjacent to Specific Plan No. 8 and commented that the project should support higher pricing for those new residents. Ms. Roberts comment to the Affordable Housing Program was that affordable housing was artificial. Chairman City of Moorpark, 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, CA (805) 529.8884, Ext 228, Fax 529 -8270 c CEUA XWCh4NWC96o212.PCM Wbr96M:d1 pm Planning Commission, City of Moorpark, California Minutes of February 12, 1996 Page 4 Torres said that he would like to see the applicant return on March 11, 1996, with a proposal for a Affordable Housing Program. Mr. Austin second suggestion on affordable housing was a Senior housing plan proposing 22 apartment units. Commissioner May commented that there was a concern for traffic circulation and preferred to see a Spring Road /Happy Camp Park access, or a Hidden Creek Ranch /JBR access. She requested to see the details that were previously proposed to the County in order that the Planning Commission make their recommendations on the project proposed. At this point in the meeting the Planning Commission concluded their discussions about Specific Plan No. 8 and continued the hearing to March 11, 1996, to discuss traffic and circulation issues, mitigation opportunities, and affordable housing implementation. 10. DISCUSSION ITEMS The Director informed the Commission of the upcoming League of California Cities Conference. 11. ANNOUNCEMENTS or FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS At this point in the meeting Mr. Aguilera commented on his resignation, effective February 23, 1996. He commended his department staff, and their work ethic. He wished the Commission well in their future decision making. The Planning Commission commended Mr. Aguilera for his hard work and involvement with the community and community organizations, and wished Mr. Aguilera success in his new endeavors. 12. ADJOURNMENT The Planning Commission concurred that there was no further business and adjourned the meeting at 9:00 p.m. ATTEST: Celia LaFleur, Secretary to the Planning Commission Chairman: N -J City of Moorpark, 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, CA (805) 52M864, Ext. 228, Fax 529-8270 C'. CEUA%SPCMWY)CO=12.PCM OGMer 4.04 pm