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PUBLIC HEARING
EIR No. 1044 for.
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PUBLIC HEARING
1990 General Plan
ADJOURNED SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF COSTA 14ESA
JANUARY 27, 1992
Che City Council of the City of Costa Mesa, California,
net in adjourned special session January 27, 1992, at
i:30 p.m., at the Neighborhood Community Center., 1845
?ark Avenue, Costa,Mesa. The meeting was duly and
-egularly ordered adjourned from the regular meeting of
Tanuary 8, 1992. The meeting was called to order, by the
7ayor, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
1 Members Present:
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Council Members Absent:
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Officials Present:'
Mayor. Mary Hornbuckle
Vice Mayor. Sandra Genis
Council Member. Peter. Buffa
Council Member. Jay Humphrey
Council Member. Joe Erickson
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City Manager Allan Roeder.
City Attorney Thomas Kathe
Director. of Public Services
William Morris
City Clerk Eileen Phinney
Principal Planner. Mike
Robinson
were no speakers under. Oral Communications.
City Clerk announced the public hearing, continued
m the adjourned special meeting of January 8, 1992,
consider. Environmental Impact Report (EIR) No. 1044
the 1990 General Plan.
City Clerk also announced the public hearing to
ider. the 1990 General Plan:
Transportation- Continued from the adjourned special meeting of
Subelement January 8, 1992, Transportation Subelement of the
Community Development/Management Element;
Sidewalks on East Sidewalk construction on both sides of East 19th
19th Street Street from Newport Boulevard to Irvine Avenue; and
Land Use Element Continued from the adjourned special meeting of
January 8, 1992, Land Use Element.
At the beginning of the meeting, a communication was
submitted to the City Clerk from the Mesa Verde Villas
Homeowners Association, in opposition to the proposed
General Plan.
Wo communications were received late in the day:
oseph and Mary Gar.ibotti, 1816 Jamaica Road-, Costa
esa, opposed the Gisler. Avenue bridge; and a petition
igned by three Costa Mesa residents -and two Laguna
iguel residents who own property on La Perle,Place,
pposed the rezone of Site 18, Alternative 2, (Tract
175, La Perle Place and La Perle Lane) from Medium
ensity to Low Density.
Principal Planner reviewed the three Agenda Reports
fitted by staff for this meeting:
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The report dated January 20, 1992, provides responses
to questions raised by Council at the adjourned
special meeting of January 8, 1992. Based on comments
from Council and LSA Associates, staff reversed its
recommendation to delete certain portions of the Land
Use Element relating to trip budget transfers and trip
assumptions for mixed use projects, and concurred with
suggested modifications contained in a letter. from LSA
Associates dated January 15, 1992, (Exhibit 2). The
report also suggests that Table 11 in the General Plan
(Page 66) be amended to reflect correction of minor
inconsistencies regarding the size of existing parks.
The last issue covered by the report is the additional
corrrespondence and information from the County of -
Orange relative to its position on the City's Master.
Plan of Highways and possible amendments, particularly
relating to consistency to the Orange County Master.
Plan of Arterial Highways.
The Agenda Report dated January 22, 1992, responds to
questions raised at the regular. Council meeting of
January 20, 1992, and provides suggestions for amend-
ments to the Land Use Element to provide consistency
between the Council's recent action on the density
bonus ordinance and policy, and also to reflect recent
action by the County of Orange in adopting the Hazard-
ous Waste Management Plan.
Finally, the Agenda -Report dated January 27, 1992,
contains modifications for three land use designa-
tions: High Density Residential, Regional Commercial,
and Urban Center. Commercial.
The Principal Planner reported that staff's recommenda-
tion is that Council conclude public hearings, certify
Final Environmental Impact Report No. 1044, and adopt
the 1990 General Plan.
Mayor Hornbuckle invited public comments on the Trans-
portation Subelement, sidewalks on East 19th Street,
and the Land Use Element.
Craig Bluell, 389 Mira Loma Place, Costa Mesa, spoke
in opposition to Amendment No. 16 to the Master Plan of
Bikeways: Change the currently planned off-road bike
trail to on -road bike lanes. His complaint was that
on -road lanes are not as safe as off-road trails.
Roy Andreen, 2769 Cibola Avenue, Costa Mesa, represent-
ing the Mesa del Mar. Homeowners Association, reported
on the preferences of the Mesa del Mar residents:
oppose construction of the Gisler. Avenue and 19th
Street bridges; in the vicinity of Harbor. Boulevard/
Adams Avenue/Mesa Verde Drive East, the remaining
undeveloped commercial area should be designated light
commercial with a maximum building height of two
stories; and transportation improvements should be in
place prior to buildings being occupied.
Joy Laho, 914 West 19th Street, Costa Mesa, opposed the
widening of East 19th Street, and construction of the
two bridges.
Mark Sutherland, 1877 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, was
against building the 19th Street bridge because he felt
it would negatively affect the quality of life in Costa
Mesa.
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David Palmer., 1622 Corsica Place, Costa Mesa, stated
that he did not want a city of cement and urged Council
to listen to the people.
Jim Lynn, 3230 Washington Avenue, Costa Mesa, spoke in
opposition to the Gisler. Avenue bridge.
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Warren Hampton, 251 Del Mar Avenue, Costa Mesa, opposed
the Del Mar. Avenue'widening and recommended that side-
walks be installed.
Charles Graham, 2792 Redwing Circle, Costa Mesa, opposed
;the General Plan as proposed, and recommended adoption
of the Steering Committee's alternative.
Winnie Hill, 20 Starfish Court, Newport Beach, opposed
construction of the 19th Street bridge.
Larry Cavenah, 12 Starburst Court, Newport Beach, spoke
I opposition to a 19th Street overcrossing because it
would create excess traffic and impact wildlife.
sell Millar., 223 Wellesley Lane, Costa Mesa, spoke
favor, of a General Plan which would regulate growth.
ouglas Underwood, 2024 South Capella Court, Costa Mesa,
avored the Steering Committee alternative.
ank Panian, 436 Swarthmore Lane, Costa Mesa, represent -
ng Mesa Consolidated Water. District, stated that the
istr.ict reaffirms comments contained in its letter of
ugust 29, 1992, (Pages E-31 through E-37, Appendix E of
IR No. 1044)
and Behrens, 3337 Alabama Circle, Costa Mesa, stated
t the Gisler. Avenue bridge would have a negative
ect on his neighborhood; however., he felt Council
t reach a compromise acceptable to the residents and
those who wish to develop their. properties.
.arlotte Clarke, 9709 Puffin Avenue, Fountain Valley,
presenting Orange County Fund for. Environmental
fense, parent organization of Friends of the Santa Ana
ver., and also representing the Sierra Club's Angeles
.apter, submitted -a resolution from the Sierra Club
ich opposes construction of the 19th Street bridge and
y development which intrudes into riparian or, lowland
•eas of the river. mouth. She felt that intensities
intained in the General Plan alternatives are too high.
Lesley, 1874 Parkcrest Drive, Costa Mesa, was
construction of the 19th Street bridge.
Schabarum, 34 Starfish Court, Newport Beach, was
d to the Gisler. Avenue and 19th Street bridges.
Joan Morrow, 3023 Royce Lane, Costa Mesa, opposed the
Widening of Baker. Street to six lanes between Fairview
Road and Harbor. Boulevard, especially since there are
no indications in the plan that Baker. Street will be
widened beyond Harbor. Boulevard or Fairview Road.
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Diane La Duca, 939 West 19th Street, Costa Mesa, repre-
senting the Lexington Place Homeowners Association, was
against the widening of 19th Street and construction of
the 19th Street bridge. She recommended installing
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and speed humps on that street.
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Susan Emerson, 1923 Whittier. Avenue, Costa Mesa, stated
that if the two bridges were constructed, and if there
were significant increases in toxic elements, she would
probably consider, a class action suit to respond to any
health repercussions.
Sharon Petersen, 3093 Donnybrook Lane, Costa Mesa, was
opposed to the Baker. Street widening.
Richard Schlutz, 3265 Minnesota Avenue, Costa Mesa,
was against construction of the Gisler. Avenue bridge.
Jean Hall, 1897 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa, opposed
construction of the 19th Street bridge.
Ronald Coulombe, 1022 Cannonade Circle, Costa P4esa,
spoke about the impacts on his home from traffic noise
on Sunflower. Avenue. He recommended that developers
pay for noise abatement.
Harvey Petersen, 1857 New Jersey Street, Costa Mesa,
was opposed to constructing the Gisler. Avenue bridge.
Sandra Ames, 1930 Whittier. Avenue, Costa Mesa, opposed
the widening of East 19th Street and construction of the
19th Street bridge. She supported the Steering Commit-
tee's alternative for. the General Plan.
Jim Ferryman, 1095 Tulare Drive, Costa Mesa, spoke in
support of the proposed General Plan.
Edward Carels, 1500 Cornwall Lane, Newport Beach,
opposed the widening of 19th Street.
Audrey Buck, 1890 Parkcrest Drive, Costa Mesa, opposed
construction of the 19th Street bridge.
Charles Robertson, 1885 Tahiti Drive, Costa Mesa,
spoke in opposition to the proposed General Plan and
in support of the alternative recommended by the
Steering Committee.
Alice Saltzman, 3273 Indiana Avenue, Costa Mesa, recom-
mended adoption of the Steering Committee alternative.
Jim Wells, 1797 Oriole Drive, Costa Mesa, President
of'the Mesa Verde Homeowners Association, stated that
most of the homeowners are.in opposition to the proposed
General Plan. He recommended deleting the bridges and
lowering densities/intensities, to below those recom-
mended by the Steering Committee.
Corrie Kates, 3087 Warren Lane, Costa Mesa, was opposed
to widening Baker. Street between Harbor. Boulevard and
Fairview Road, high density development, and construc-
tion of the bridges.
Jan Vandersloot, 2221 East 16th Street, Newport Beach,
member. of "Stop Polluting Our. Newport", opposed the
19th Street bridge and supported the alternative recom-
mended by the Steering Committee.
Dick Sherrick, 3146 Country Club Drive, Costa Mesa, was
against construction of the two bridges and the proposed
General Plan; he supported the Steering Committee
alternative and suggested placing -this issue on the
ballot for the election in November., 1992.
Arthur. Goddard, 2901 Palau Place, Costa Mesa, urged
Council to set lower density limitations.
RECESS The Mayor declared:a recess at 8:35 p.m., and the meet-
ing reconvened at 8:55 p.m.
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David Beckman, 231 Del Mar. Avenue, Costa Mesa, opposed
the widening of Del Mar. Avenue, 19th Street, 22nd
Street, or any other residential roadway.
rtson Miller., 265 East Bay Street, Costa Mesa,
opposed to widening 22nd Street and other cross
ets, construction of the bridges, and taking of
erties to accomplish these improvements.
ichard Vinson, 1857 Parkview Circle, Costa Mesa,
ecommended reducing densities and intensities, thereby
liminating any need for the bridges.
ie Merkle, 1216 Conway Avenue, Costa Mesa, opposed
Baker. Street widening, and supported lower
sities.
ther. Somers, 313 Robin Hood Lane, Costa Mesa, spoke
opposition to the proposed General Plan because of
high density/intensity development it would allow
north Costa Mesa.
Reineman, 8 Sandflower. Court, Newport Beach, was
ed to construction of the 19th Street bridge.
Coats, 2584 Fairway Drive, Costa Mesa, spoke in
sition to widening Del Mar. Avenue, and commented
there is no access fran the 55 Freeway to the
strial area except via the 405 Freeway. He recom-
ed an alternative to widening Del Mar. Avenue:
truct a br.idge,over. Bristol Street, an easy access
the northbound 55 Freeway to the southbound 73
way and vice versa, a circle -type onramp from the
hbound 73 Freeway to the southbound 55 Freeway.
Baldwin, 259 East 22nd Street, Costa Mesa,
the 22nd Street widening.
Russ Gilbert, President and.Chief Executive Officer.
of CIMCO, Incorporated, 265 Briggs Avenue, Costa Mesa,
'urged Council to proceed with adopting the proposed
General Plan. It was his opinion that it meets the
basic needs of the residents, businesses, and the
City. He commented that most people are concerned
about the bridges, and he believed the City would be
isuccessful in having the bridges deleted.
Bob Hoffman, 360 East 19th Street, Costa Mesa, President
of the Eastside Homeowners Association, supported the
;City/County study to find alternatives to the bridges
and widening of East 19th Street. He urged Council to
adopt a General Plan with.minimum density.
Janice Davidson, 1982 Arnold Avenue, Costa Mesa, opposed
construction of the bridges.
(Jeff Crouse, 207 Santa Isabel Avenue, Costa Mesa, spoke
against proposed street widenings.
!Mark Korando, 582 Park Drive, Costa Mesa, felt that a
;conservative approach for maximum densities must be
utilized. He claimed that the proposed General Plan
without the bridges is not a feasible alternative.
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Sandra Slonim, 2979 Royal Palm Drive, Costa Mesa,
suggested that the large vacant lot on Royal Palm Drive
between Adams Avenue, Mesa Verde Drive East, and Harbor.
Boulevard be reserved for a park; however., if that were
not possible, she recommended a small commercial develop-
ment, but definitely not another apartment complex. She
preferred densities lower than those recommended in the
Steering Committee alternative.
Vaughn Redding, 1748 Samar. Drive, Costa Mesa, felt that
citizens should be more concerned about the City as a
whole, and asserted that more business produces more
sales tax.
Stephen Slonim, 2979 Royal Palm Drive, Costa Mesa,
stated that traffic would flow better if roadways were
designed similar to the Santa Ana River. Bike Trail, that
is, no stop signs or offramps onto small streets. He
felt that Harbor. Boulevard should be designated a "super
street", not necessarily by widening it, but by synchro-
nizing the signals. He recommended a more efficient
design of the Harbor. Boulevard/Adams Avenue intersection.
Bud Richley, 123 Via Genoa, Newport Beach, addressed
Alternative 2, Site 11, and Alternative 3, Site 5,
the area west of Whittier. Avenue consisting of 30 acres
of primarily industrial buildings. He objected to the
proposal to change the site to low density, single-
family, since approximately 90 percent of the land has
been developed or is planned to be developed for indus-
trial use.
David Schneider., 250 East 22nd Street, Costa Mesa,
voiced opposition to widening any residential streets,
especially Del Mar. Avenue, Santa Isabel Avenue, 22nd
Street, 19th Street, and Baker. Street. He also opposed
construction of the bridges.
Kim Kasell, 3057 Yukon Avenue, Costa Mesa, spoke in
support of the proposed General Plan.
Brahm Walker., 379 East 19th Street, Costa Mesa, asked
for information on the cost of improvements if the
proposed General Plan were adopted. Mayor. Hornbuckle
responded that staff will provide that information.
He opposed taking of property for. the East 19th Street
widening.
Irene Hajek, 3058 Madison Avenue, Costa Mesa, commented
that one issue had not yet been mentioned, that being,
if the City does not have a General Plan in place
shortly, large sums of Federal and State funding could
be lost. She agreed with deletion of the bridges, and
urged citizens to consider the needs of the City as a
whole.
Brian Wood, 340 Cabrillo Street, Costa Mesa, spoke in
opposition to the proposal in Alternative 2, Site 15,
which is to down -zone that area fram R3 and R4 to R2.
Mr. Wood reported that he represents 7 of 9 property
owners who will be negatively affected by this proposal
since the surrounding properties have already been
developed at the higher density. Mr.. Wood felt the
alternative is misleading in that it once represented
the entire 30 acres, and now it is targeting an area of
only 1-1/2 acres.
Janet Remington, 1164 Boise Way, Costa Mesa, stated that
physical growth does not necessarily promote business
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growth, and adopting the proposed General Plan is not
the only means of supporting local businesses. She
commented that.the,bridges will be needed if the
proposed densities are approved.
Glen Burchfield, Post Office Box 876, Lake Elsinore,
I of property at 336 Cabrillo Street, Costa Mesa,
spoke against the proposal for. Site 15, Alternative 2,
which provides for. -down -zoning his property to R2. He
stated that it was,unfair to property owners to devalu-
ate their properties, and mentioned that the Supreme
Court has agreed to hear arguments regarding the down -
zoning issue.
Alan Remington, 1164 Boise Way, Costa Mesa, reported
that he spoke with business owners on Newport and Harbor.
Boulevards, and many of them are unhappy because they
feel they have been excluded from the planning process.
He contended that businesses are negatively affected by
widening the streets on which they are located.
ric Dissertor.i, 20310 Palomar., Vildomar, stated that he
urchased property on Cabrillo Street because of the R4
oning with the intention of developing the property so
t would provide income after his retirement. He
laimed that down -zoning would reduce the value of the
roperty by $75,000.00 to $100,000.00 and urged Council
o retain R4 zoning for. Site 15, Alternative 2.
d Noon, 2588 Fairway Drive, Costa Mesa, spoke in
ition to the widening of Del Mar. Avenue.
tin Ageson, 1064 Tulare Drive, Costa Mesa, opposed
.struction of the bridges. He commented that the
eral Plan merely sets a ceiling; it is a plan for
years into the future; it does not mandate that the
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Fritz Muders, 940 West 19th Street, Costa Mesa; and
Robert Laho, 914 West 19th Street, Costa Mesa, requested
that their three minutes (the time allowed for each
speaker.) be given to Jeffrey Childs. Mayor. Hornbuckle
responded that Council objected to the request. Robert
Laho reminded Council that there is still a need for
specific zoning in the Transition Area on West 19th
Street.
Paul Frech, 1800 Samar. Drive, Costa Mesa, was pleased
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ith Council's apparent opposition to constructing the
bridges, and commented that since the majority of the
citizens oppose the river. crossings, Council must vote
accordingly.
Ann Bray, 1328 Conway Avenue, Costa Mesa, opposed widen-
ing of streets, specifically Baker. Street.
Jeffrey Childs, 1139 Aviemore Terrace, Costa Mesa,
Acting President of the Marina Highlands Homeowners
Association, and member. of Friends of the Santa Ana
River., did not support the proposed General Plan because
of the densities it would allow. He claimed that the
plan reduces the number of single-family homes by 1,000.
erlund, 329 East 19th Street, Costa Mesa, thanked
for working with the citizens in attempting to
the widening of East 19th Street and construction
bridges. He requested adoption of -a General Plan
wer. densities.
RECESS The Mayor declared a recess at 10:35 p.m., and the meet-
ing reconvened at 10:55 p.m.
Margaret Peterman, 3002 Killybrooke Lane, Costa Mesa,
opposed construction of the bridges, as well as the
Baker. Street widening since the latter would require the
taking of her. property. 'She asked whether proposed
development north of the freeway is the reason for.
widening Baker. Street. Mayor. Hornbuckle responded that
staff would be responding to her. inquiry.
Brian Smith, 332 Cabrillo Street, Costa Mesa, opposed
down -zoning Site 15 of Alternative 2 from R4 to R2
because it would reduce the value of his property.
Kathy Hladky, 3006 Killybrooke Lane, Costa Mesa,
commented that even though the people overwhelmingly
opposed the Home Ranch Project, bike lanes (on Baker.
Street), and the Del Mar. Avenue widening, these issues
are back in the plan again.
Roy Pizarek,.1923 Whittier. Avenue, Costa Mesa, Acting
President of the West Side Homeowners Association,
submitted a petition containing 450 signatures of
Costa Mesa residents opposing the 19th Street bridge
and widening of 19th Street. He recommended reducing
density below the Steering Committee recommendation
so that the bridges can be removed from the Master. Plan
of Highways.
Roy Alvarado, 2619 Santa Ana Avenue, Costa Mesa, felt
that the City needed more affordable housing.
John Cody, 340 Cabrillo Street, Costa Mesa, opposed
down -zoning Site 15 of Alternative 2 from R4 to R2,
not only because of the negative affect on his property
but also to retain zoning consistency in that area.
Lila Amor., 1875 Wren Circle, Costa Mesa, suggested
reducing the densities in the proposed General Plan.
Robert Secrest, 3206 Colorado Place, Costa Mesa, urged
Council to adopt a General Plan with lower. densities.
Nancy Palme, 1997 Kornat Drive, Costa Mesa, was opposed
to the widening of East 19th Street and construction of
the bridges.
Pete Alvarez, 3033 Garfield Avenue, Costa Mesa, asked
why the owner of a single-family property at 3029
Garfield Avenue has been allowed to construct a second
story and room additions for a total of 11 bedrooms.
Mayor. Hornbuckle replied that his question will be
referred to staff for a response.
Dick Mehren, 1824 Kinglet Court, Costa Mesa, stated
that the proposed General Plan was ill-conceived. He
preferred densities lower than those suggested by the
Steering Committee; however., he felt the Steering
Committee alternative would be an acceptable compromise.
Diann Osterlund, 329 East 19th Street, Costa Mesa, did
not believe that the businessmen were interested in
working with the residents in having a General Plan
which would be acceptable to both communities. It was
her opinion that densities lower than those proposed by
the Steering Committee would be appropriate.
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k Schrader, 130 -Broadway, Costa Mesa, was opposed
the proposed General Plan and supported low density
vin Shannon, 2541 Greenbriar. Lane, Costa Mesa,
pported slow growth, stating that it can always be
justed upward; conversely, once maximum growth is
lowed, it cannot be corrected.
Elizabeth Purcell, 378 East 19th Street, Costa Mesa,
spoke in opposition to the proposed General Plan, and
'the widening of 19th Street, 22nd Street, Santa Isabel
venue, and Del Mar. Avenue.
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;Gene Hutchins, 1808 Kinglet Court, Costa Mesa, stated
that most citizens support the Steering Committee's
recommendations; however., he now believes that the
',densities in the Steering Committee plan may be too
high.
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Linda Williams, 3465 Santa Clara Circle, Costa Mesa,
spoke in support of a plan with densities no higher
than those proposed by the Steering Committee.
Michael McDaniels, 1811 Kinglet Court, Costa Mesa,
stated that since there has been an overwhelming number
of citizens who have spoken in support of lower density,
lit was the obligation of Council to vote accordingly.
He was opposed to the widening of 19th Street and
construction of the bridges.
Scott Williams, 3465 Santa Clara Circle, Costa Mesa,
spoke in opposition to the proposed General Plan, and
explained the method by which the Steering Committee
arrived at the plan they proposed.
Franklin Cole, 2482 Fairview Way, Costa Mesa, represent-
ing the Fairview Village Homeowners Association, noted
that a great deal of attention has been given to control
of private property; however., no one has mentioned down -
zoning, controlling growth, or suggesting that housing
be constructed on State-owned property (Orange County
Fairgrounds) . In regard to deleting the bridges and
the widening of East 19th Street, he recommended that
the unofficial citizens committee now working with the
City on this issue be given some official status so they
can monitor the actions of the County during the cooper-
ative study, and, in fact, be official representatives
of the City.
Harvey Popick, 3315 California Street, Costa Mesa, spoke
!in opposition to the proposed General Plan, and urged
Council to vote in accordance with the desires of the
;citizens.
Darrilyn Oliver., 3077 Yukon Avenue, Costa Mesa, ccm-
mended Council, residents, and businessmen for their
total commitment to this issue. She urged Council to
vote against construction of the bridges.
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(There being no other speakers, the Mayor closed the
public input portion of the hearing. The Mayor
announced that because of the late hour., Council would
not be deliberating on any issues this evening.
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Mayor. Hornbuckle reviewed those questions and issues
for which staff would be preparing responses:
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Why are six lanes being planned on Baker. Street only
for that segment between Fairview Road and Harbor.
Boulevard? (Joan Morrow)
What developments will be generating the traffic which
will necessitate the widening of Baker. Street to six
lanes? (Margaret Peterman)
What would be the cost of improvements contained in
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the proposed General Plan? (Brahm Walker.)
The Mayor requested the City Attorney to provide back-
ground data on the Supreme Court Case referenced by
Glen Burchfield regarding down -zoning property, and
whether it applies to the proposal for Site 15,
Alternative 2.
The Mayor directed the City Manager to have staff
prepare a memo regarding the 11 -bedroom house on
Garfield Avenue referenced by Pete Alvarez.
Next General Plan After brief discussion, Council agreed to schedule the
Meeting Scheduled next General Plan meeting for. February 6, 1992, at
for. February 6, 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, for.
1992 Council deliberation, and did not anticipate taking
public comments.
COUNCIL MEMBERS Council Member. Erickson made the following recommenda-
COMMENTS tions:
East 19th Street
(1) Since the item concerning sidewalks for. East 19th
Sidewalks Continued
Street was not discussed, place it on the agenda
to February 3, 1992
for the regular meeting of February 3, 1992.
There were no objections from Council.
Formation of Ad Hoc
(2) Direct staff to prepare the appropriate document
Committee Scheduled
to form an official ad hoc committee to represent
for February 3,
the City in negotiations with the County (regard -
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ing deletion of the bridges and the widening of
East 19th Street from the County's Master Plan of
Arterial Highways). Council agreed to have this
item placed on the February 3, 1992, agenda.
Questions from
Vice Mayor. Genis had questions and suggestions for.
Vice Mayor. Genis
staff:
(1) Confirm that the General Plan contains all data
requested by Council and addressed in staff's
Agenda Reports.
(2) In regard to commercial areas which have been
given different generation rates per. 1,000 square
feet, the Vice Mayor was concerned that the uses
are defined in a manner which would result in
those different generation rates; or whether all
uses would have the same, across-the-board gener-
ation rate anyway.
(3) Regarding General Commercial and Commercial
Center designations, the document states, "insti-
tutional uses may also be appropriate", and,
"residential, industrial, and other noncommercial
uses may be allowed". The Vice Mayor asked
whether this wording actually designates definite
uses. It appeared to her that uses were being
defined in terms of zoning, which she felt was
impractical. She suggested defining permitted
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uses in the, document as opposed to referring to
the zones, or incorporating the current zones
into the General Plan.
(4) Lastly, the Vice Mayor stated that it was her
understanding from the Agenda Report on mixed
uses, that in the Business Park mixed use, the
ratios of uses were set for a particular area
that was allotted the uses; whereas, in the Urban
Center mixed use, it would apply to the whole
j site. Based on this assumption, the Vice Mayor.
I suggested having some wording that would allow
j for proration because if a ratio were applied to
each area of the whole site, the intensities
would have at least doubled.
(Mayor. Hornbuckle expressed her appreciation to the
Marge number of citizens who attended the meeting, and
;commented on theimportance of being involved in local
gover. nment.
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At 12:15 a.m., the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned
Ito February 6, 1992, 6:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers
of City Hall, 77 Fair. Drive, Costa Mesa.
Mayor of Ve City of Costa Mesa
!ATTEST:
City Clerk of the City of Costa sa