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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPC Min 1982-08-04 . MINUTES OF THE SEAL BEACH PLANNING COMMISSION OF AUGUST 4, 1982 The Planning Commission of Seal Beach met in regular session on Wednesday, August 4, 1982, in the Council Chambers of the City Administration Bui1dipg. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Covington at 7:40 p.m., and the pledge to the flag was led by Vice- Chairman Goldenberg PRESENT: Commissioners Jessner, Goldenberg, Perrin, Smith & Chairman Covington STAFF: Planning Associate Antos The minutes of the July 21, 1982 meeting were considered and approved with one abstention. UNFINISHED BUSINESS . The resolutions honoring Jim Gilkerson, and commending Jean Danielson and Robert Denney returned to the Planning Commission for consideration. The resolution honoring Mr. Gilkerson for his service to the City on the Planning Commission was unanimously approved by the Commission. Resolution No. 1266 commending Jean Danielson for her service to the City as Director of Planning was unanimously approved. Resolution No. 1267 commending Robert Denney for his service to the City as Zoning Officer was unanimously approved. Chairman Covington noted that in the short time that Mr. Denney was with us, he did a tremendous amount of work on the City's behalf. It was wished that he would have had the opportunity to conclude that work. Mr. Denney had a number of very challenging projects during the 3 years he was employed by the City. NEW BUSINESS A. Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Planning Commission. Staff report presented by Mr. Antos. It was determined that the Commission could appoint the present Chairman for a third term if they desired, along with the Vice Chairman. . Commissioner Smith moved to elect Chairman Covington for a third term. Commissioner Goldenberg seconded, stating that since he has been here, the Commission has come through some big changes in regard to City staff and to Commission members. The City is also involved in some challenging pro- jects, such as the Hellman Property, etc. Chairman Covington has been actively concerned with these projects. Commissioner Goldenberg further stated that Mr. Covington was the only member of the Commission who could look backward and forward on some of these projects. . Nominations for Chairman closed, and Mr. Covington was elected Chairman, with 4-0, with one abstention. Mr. Covington stated that normally the chairman does not lead, but his own recommendation for Vice Chairman would be Mike Goldenberg. He also encouraged the other Commissioners to actively prepare themselves to take a position as an officer. Commissioner Jessner seconded that motion. Motion passed 4-0, with one abstention. Chairman Covington suggested that a dinner be held to honor the former Commissioner Gilkerson and Jean Danielson and Bob Denney. It was determined that a Tuesday night would be the most appropriate for the Commissioners. COMMISSION COMMENTS Commisioner Goldenberg stated that he read the code enforcement information and commended Mr. Antos on the quality of his work. Chairman Covington stated that there is a considerable amount of interest in the City regarding the code enforcement program and everyone is waiting to see the outcome of the study. It was determined that before the final program is adopted, there will be ample time for the public to come before the Commission and the City Council to.-a110w their input into the program. Preliminary hearings will be heJd for interested citizens. It will be shown exactly how the decision for code enforcement has been arrived at (by several public discussions). . REPORT FROM SECRETARY City Council has appointed members to the Citizen Participation Committee. The Planning Commission will be advised of their meetings, should they desire to attend. The City Council took the initial step to deal with three Redevelopment Agency projects. One of the study areas is adjacent to the DWP property, which is~a small triangle with a single family residence and a boating repair business on it. If the area should be incorporated into the RDA, it would allow water access to the new hotel development which should increase the value considerably of that development. ' The second proposed project concerns the Hellman Specific Plan. There is a small portion of land in that area which is not in any sanitation district, therefore any sewage that would be generated would not be accepted by any sanitation district. By including that land into the RDA, an agreement can be made with a sanitation district to include it into their district, with all costs being recovered by the sanitation district. The third proposed project is Surfs ide Colony. They have asked to come into the RDA because the increased monies (tax increment on new building) will fund the construction of a revetment to protect the beach from erosion. . . . . The process is,a very long, complicated process. Chairman Covington asked if Hain Street was considering joining theRDA. Mr. Antos replied that the downtown merchants as well as the Main Street property owners have selected a stee~ing committee to look at all aspects of redeveloping the downtown area, which does include joining the Redevelopment Agency. It was felt that the merchants should come up with their own plan, and if they felt that the best plan was to come into the RDA, then the process should start with their request. The Dept. of Fish and Game, Coastal Commission and Ponderosa will be meeting to determine what the final settlements will be. Based on that meeting, the Planning Commission will then find out if any modifications, etc. are needed. Commissioner Jessner asked about the Zoeter School site. Mr. Antos stated that it appears that the site will be retained as the property of the school. However, it will be leased out, with the recreational amenities ,being preserved. Bids will be taken regarding the leasing. A bid package will be given to the Commissioners. In answer to a question by Mr. Jessner, the Seal Beach Trailer Park items of concern have been nearly cleaned up. Meeting adjourned at 8:3D p.m. ..c:>ff ~. 91 d~ Recording Secretary ,