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CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M.
Roll call (4 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused) (Recorded at 00:04:25)
Closed Session Announcement - Nygaard Absent.
Authorizing litigation.
ROLL CALL:
CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed.
Motion to approve CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:05:40)
Item No. 1 Pulled.
**PLEASE NOTE: SOME AGENDA ITEMS MAY TAKE SEVERAL MOMENTS TO DISPLAY**
WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
1. AB #19,541 - APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB FOR DISBURSEMENT OF MATCHING GRANT FUNDS. Approving an agreement with the Boys and Girls Club for the disbursement of matching grant funds. Resolution No. 2008-231. ACTION:
AB19,541
Luke Madison, Board Member of Boys and Girls Club, have met matching requirement of 4 to 1. Starting to break ground. Grading in next 30 days. Thanked Council for their support.
Kelly Morrison Pop, Executive Director of Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad, gave an overview of the Club. Thanked the Council for support of $500,000. Card from the kids of the club distributed to the City Council. Gave details of Saturday, August 23rd Gala. Hosting the event at ??? Start time is 5:00 p.m.
Motion to approve 1. AB #19,541 - APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB FOR DISBURSEMENT OF MATCHING GRANT FUNDS. Approving an agreement with the Boys and Girls Club for the disbursement of matching grant funds. Resolution No. 2008-231. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve 1. AB #19,541 - APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB FOR DISBURSEMENT OF MATCHING GRANT FUNDS. Approving an agreement with the Boys and Girls Club for the disbursement of matching grant funds. Resolution No. 2008-231. ACTION: (Approved) (Recorded at 00:08:47)
2. AB #19,542 - NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR HVAC UPGRADE SYSTEM AT CITY HALL. Accepting the construction of the City Hall HVAC System Upgrade as complete, and directing the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion, Contract No. FAC 07-02. Resolution No. 2008-232. ACTION:
AB19,542
3. AB #19,549 - CONTRIBUTION TO NORTH COUNTY REGIONAL WINTER SHELTER PROGRAM. Approving the appropriation of funding in support of the North County Regional Winter Shelter Program. Resolution No. 2008-236. ACTION:
AB19,549
4. AB #19,543 - REPORT ON CITY INVESTMENTS. Accepting the City Treasurer's Report on City Investments as of June 30, 2008. ACTION:
AB19,543
5. AB #19,544 - PURCHASE OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING CREDITS BY LUKE DEVELOPMENT. Approving a request from Luke Development to purchase Affordable Housing Credits in the Roosevelt Garden Condominium Affordable Housing Project to satisfy the inclusionary housing requirement for CT 04-14, Trails End. Resolution No. 2008-233. ACTION:
AB19,544
ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION:
6. AB #19,545 - AMEND CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO AUTOMATICALLY EXTEND CITY MAP RELATED APPROVALS. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-003, amending Title 20, Chapters 20.12 and 20.24, Sections 20.12.110(a)(2) and 20.24.180(a)(2), and adding Sections 20.12.110(a)(2)(i)(ii) and 20.24.180(a)(2)(i)(ii) to authorize map extensions for up to six years and to automatically extend City map related approvals to coincide with automatic map extensions granted by Senate Bill No. 1185. ACTION:
AB19,545
City Attorney Ron Ball titled the Ordinance.
Motion to approve 6. AB #19,545 - AMEND CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO AUTOMATICALLY EXTEND CITY MAP RELATED APPROVALS. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-003, amending Title 20, Chapters 20.12 and 20.24, Sections 20.12.110(a)(2) and 20.24.180(a)(2), and adding Sections 20.12.110(a)(2)(i)(ii) and 20.24.180(a)(2)(i)(ii) to authorize map extensions for up to six years and to automatically extend City map related approvals to coincide with automatic map extensions granted by Senate Bill No. 1185. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve 6. AB #19,545 - AMEND CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO AUTOMATICALLY EXTEND CITY MAP RELATED APPROVALS. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-003, amending Title 20, Chapters 20.12 and 20.24, Sections 20.12.110(a)(2) and 20.24.180(a)(2), and adding Sections 20.12.110(a)(2)(i)(ii) and 20.24.180(a)(2)(i)(ii) to authorize map extensions for up to six years and to automatically extend City map related approvals to coincide with automatic map extensions granted by Senate Bill No. 1185. ACTION: (Approved) (Recorded at 00:10:33)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Rita Sousa, Business Mgmt. Professor at Mira Costa, Member of Woman's Advisory Board. Announced a conference on Ethics on August 26th - a continuing education opportunity - Continuing Education Credits will be available. All proceeds to go to scholarships and text book loans. $199 for a whole day. Want conference on City's website. Distributing flyers (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Friday, September 26th is date.
Michele Levy, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council. Spoke in support of Fire Department Master Plan. Expressed concerns relating to the Farmers Building not being utilized. Why is the building sitting empty? Would like to see money used to finish parks.
Asking Council Member Nygaard for an answer.
Policewatch.org came forward to address Council. Expressed concerns relating to police officer accountability.
In conformance with the Brown Act, no Council action can occur on items presented during Public Comment. A total of 15 minutes is provided so members of the public can address the Council on items that are not listed on the Agenda. Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes each. If you desire to speak during Public Comment, fill out a SPEAKER CARD and place it in the clear tray on the wall adjacent to the Deputy City Clerk. If there are more than five (5) speakers, the remaining speakers will be heard at the end of the agenda just prior to Council Reports. When you are called to speak, please come forward and state your name and address.
PUBLIC HEARING:
7. AB #19,546 - CARLSBAD PASEO. To consider adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and approving a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit to allow development of a 7,511 square foot stand alone restaurant, a 44,391 square foot commercial retail center, and a vacant pad for a future stand alone restaurant on property generally located north of King's Fish House, south of Car Country Drive, east of Interstate 5, and west of Paseo Del Norte within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 3, CUP 07-03 and CDP 07-07. Resolution No. 2008-234. ACTION:
AB19,546
Associate Planner Jason Goff presented the staff report and reviewed a PowerPoint Presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Gave Location and proposed architecture of various buildings.
Displayed an artists rendering of proposed project.
End of Presentation.
Packard - Is retail space 22,000 per level for total of 44,000. Yes said Goff.
Packard - traffic flow - conditioned for another signal at south driveway. Yes said Goff. Is staff comfortable with proximity of spacing of other signals? Tecla Levy, Associate Engineer - explained that in order to reduce frustration of frequent signals - the adjacent signals will be interconnected to coordinate. Explained that light will turn green as traffic meets next signal.
Hall - where is loading area for Building B? To rear of Parcel B site said Goff.
Hall - will a tractor trailer fit or just box truck?
Hall - CALTrans ? Levy explained that CALTRAns is requiring additional right of way for Interstate 5 widening. Project not conditiioned at this time because Caltrans not an improved project. Levy - a retaining wall will be part of the project.
The right of way will end at the end of the parking.
Packard - retaining wall will be right at the proposed expansion of the freeway.
Packard - asking about where I-5 lane may end up. Levy and Goff - shows an easement for construction of footing.
Lewis - green area is for future right of way? Yes said Tecla. Tecla exclaimed that red is footing easement.
Applicant called forward.
Paul Klukas, Planning Systems, Carlsbad, representing Strategic Property Advisors - applicant is South Coast Pension Trust - listen to this. Gave an overview of project. High End Retails and Boutique. No Department Stores.
Peter Earwold, President of Strategic Property Advisors on behalf of ????, gave a background of the development of the project. Key to this project is the retail. The retail will be intimate experience. Focus on fashion. - H&M, Zarro, Terrain, The Back Room, BCBG, White and Black and Chicos. Combining full retail with high end restaurants.
Packard - on footprint on plans - you have 2 larger spaces - one is about 7500 sf and another about 5500 sf. What tenants in mind for larger spaces? Per Mr. Earwold, along the same lines as the tenants mentioned. Not all will be fashion - maybe some jewelry or fine antiques.
Packard - have you talked to any of the names here? Mr. Earwold said want to make sure have property to lease first.
Kulchin - what is the "Back Room" - Mr. Earwold said a female apparel store.
Hall - how the shipping will work?
Mr. Earwold - smaller stories - trucks about the size of FedEx truck.
Lewis - when the Company Stores went in, benches. Will there be a good sitting arrangement? Gene Fong, Architect, concept of this retail center will have a grand promenade to court yard (access at front and rear). Gathering/Comfort area for individuals to wait while others are shopping.
Open PH at 6:51 p.m.
Close PH @6:51 p.m.
Council spoke in support of the project.
Motion to approve 7. AB #19,546 - CARLSBAD PASEO. To consider adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and approving a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit to allow development of a 7,511 square foot stand alone restaurant, a 44,391 square foot commercial retail center, and a vacant pad for a future stand alone restaurant on property generally located north of King\'s Fish House, south of Car Country Drive, east of Interstate 5, and west of Paseo Del Norte within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 3, CUP 07-03 and CDP 07-07. Resolution No. 2008-234. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve 7. AB #19,546 - CARLSBAD PASEO. To consider adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and approving a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit to allow development of a 7,511 square foot stand alone restaurant, a 44,391 square foot commercial retail center, and a vacant pad for a future stand alone restaurant on property generally located north of King's Fish House, south of Car Country Drive, east of Interstate 5, and west of Paseo Del Norte within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 3, CUP 07-03 and CDP 07-07. Resolution No. 2008-234. ACTION: (Approved) (Recorded at 00:58:10)
ADJOURNMENT TO CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT MEETING
At 6:53 p.m.
CITY OF CARLSBAD
MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT AGENDA
Special Meeting
August 12, 2008
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed.
Motion to approve CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:58:50)
WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
8. AB #663 - QUITCLAIM OF WATERLINE EASEMENT. Authorizing the quitclaim of a waterline easement lying within Lots 2 and 23 of Map No. 14984, PR 06-94 to W2007 La Costa Resort Co. LLC. Resolution No. 1332. ACTION:
AB663
9. AB #664 - QUITCLAIM OF WATERLINE EASEMENT. Authorizing the quitclaim of a waterline easement lying within the Certificate of Compliance recorded December 22, 2005 as File No. 2005-1094979 of Official Records, PR 06-107 to Arenal Road LLC. Resolution No. 1333. ACTION:
AB664
ADJOURNMENT TO CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
At 6:54 p.m.
DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS
10. AB #19,547 - ECONOMIC OVERVIEW PRESENTATION. To receive a presentation regarding the national, state and local economies. ACTION:
AB19,547
Economic Development Manager and Finance Director Lisa Irvine presented the staff report and reviewed a PowerPoint Presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Lisa Irvine now - gave an overview of how City uses Economic Trends and Other Information to Manage City Finances?
Borrowing Gas Tax cash flow for 5 months.
Showed historic sales tax by geographic area
Showed Transient Occupancy Tax - up from 2007.
Summary - Regular Reports to Council will continue.
Hall - confirmed that GF Refunds - is actuals for 6/30/08 (07/08 Finals).
Hall - What happens in 2013 that causes jump? Per Irvine - one time costs that go away and new development and revenue planned also in those years.
Packard - we are $2.6 million short on $120 million. No said Irvine - broke even.
Lewis - mentioned the State - what is worst case scenerio of what state can get from our General Fund? Irvine - about $5 million.
Shouldn't we be looking at worst case scenerio asked Lewis?
Hall - when we do a budget - we allow 3 to 5 % surplus. Irvine said overage was less than 2% for 08/09.
11. AB #19,548 - REPORT ON NRG'S PROPOSED CARLSBAD ENERGY CENTER PROJECT AND CONSIDERATION OF CITY'S POSITION ON THE PROPOSED PROJECT. To receive an update from staff on NRG's proposal to construct a new power plant and to consider opposing the proposed Carlsbad Energy Center Project by precluding any future non-coastal dependent industrial land use, including energy generation at the Encina Power Station site. Resolution No. 2008-235. ACTION:
AB19,548
Municipal Projects Manager Joe Garuba, presented the staff report and reviewed a PowerPoint Presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
City Concerns - Use of Coastal Property / Environmental Concerns / Quality of Life Impacts / Views and Visual Impacts
Environmental Concerns: Water - new 4 million gallon/day Desalination Plant; Wastewater Discharge - Existing Outfall; Fuel Tank Demolition.
Views and Visual Impacts: Smoke Stack Height Increase - 139 feet; Switchyard Relocation.
Switchyard will be approximately 4 acres.
Now reviewing projected schedule. Anticipating a November Release Date for the Draft Preliminary Staff Assessment (PSA) from CEC.
In Review Now - Remain Opposed. A community Workshop to be held August 28, 2008 - opportunity for community to hear proposed changes.
David LLoyd of NRG came forward to address the Council. NRG has reviewed the alternative sights - found serious flaws. Will continue to work with City to entertain any suggested options. August 28, 2008 from 6:00 to 8:00 at the new Sheraton. Mr. Lloyd sensitive to to City and citizen concerns.
Lewis - spoke about how SDG&E were poor neighbors. Council will have a hard time accepting this use for the site. Would like to work to find alternate site.
Reasonable people can make reasonable decisions.
Ron Rouse, Luce Forward.
Hall - all of us understand the importance of energy. Want the plant in Carlsbad, just not at that location.
Motion to approve 11. AB #19,548 - REPORT ON NRG\'S PROPOSED CARLSBAD ENERGY CENTER PROJECT AND CONSIDERATION OF CITY\'S POSITION ON THE PROPOSED PROJECT. To receive an update from staff on NRG\'s proposal to construct a new power plant and to consider opposing the proposed Carlsbad Energy Center Project by precluding any future non-coastal dependent industrial land use, including energy generation at the Encina Power Station site. Resolution No. 2008-235. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve 11. AB #19,548 - REPORT ON NRG'S PROPOSED CARLSBAD ENERGY CENTER PROJECT AND CONSIDERATION OF CITY'S POSITION ON THE PROPOSED PROJECT. To receive an update from staff on NRG's proposal to construct a new power plant and to consider opposing the proposed Carlsbad Energy Center Project by precluding any future non-coastal dependent industrial land use, including energy generation at the Encina Power Station site. Resolution No. 2008-235. ACTION: (Approved) (Recorded at 01:49:22)
PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments (if necessary)
The remainder of the categories are for reporting purposes. In conformance with the Brown Act, no public testimony and no Council action can occur on these items.
Council Reports.
Lorraine Wood, City Clerk, Announcements.
Adjourned at 7:53 p.m.
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CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 P.M.
Roll call (4 Present, 1 Absent, 0 Excused) (Recorded at 00:04:25)
Closed Session Announcement - Nygaard Absent.
Authorizing litigation.
ROLL CALL:
CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed.
Motion to approve CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:05:40)
Item No. 1 Pulled.
**PLEASE NOTE: SOME AGENDA ITEMS MAY TAKE SEVERAL MOMENTS TO DISPLAY**
WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
1. AB #19,541 - APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB FOR DISBURSEMENT OF MATCHING GRANT FUNDS. Approving an agreement with the Boys and Girls Club for the disbursement of matching grant funds. Resolution No. 2008-231. ACTION:
AB19,541
Luke Madison, Board Member of Boys and Girls Club, have met matching requirement of 4 to 1. Starting to break ground. Grading in next 30 days. Thanked Council for their support.
Kelly Morrison Pop, Executive Director of Boys and Girls Club of Carlsbad, gave an overview of the Club. Thanked the Council for support of $500,000. Card from the kids of the club distributed to the City Council. Gave details of Saturday, August 23rd Gala. Hosting the event at ??? Start time is 5:00 p.m.
Motion to approve 1. AB #19,541 - APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB FOR DISBURSEMENT OF MATCHING GRANT FUNDS. Approving an agreement with the Boys and Girls Club for the disbursement of matching grant funds. Resolution No. 2008-231. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve 1. AB #19,541 - APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB FOR DISBURSEMENT OF MATCHING GRANT FUNDS. Approving an agreement with the Boys and Girls Club for the disbursement of matching grant funds. Resolution No. 2008-231. ACTION: (Approved) (Recorded at 00:08:47)
2. AB #19,542 - NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR HVAC UPGRADE SYSTEM AT CITY HALL. Accepting the construction of the City Hall HVAC System Upgrade as complete, and directing the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion, Contract No. FAC 07-02. Resolution No. 2008-232. ACTION:
AB19,542
3. AB #19,549 - CONTRIBUTION TO NORTH COUNTY REGIONAL WINTER SHELTER PROGRAM. Approving the appropriation of funding in support of the North County Regional Winter Shelter Program. Resolution No. 2008-236. ACTION:
AB19,549
4. AB #19,543 - REPORT ON CITY INVESTMENTS. Accepting the City Treasurer's Report on City Investments as of June 30, 2008. ACTION:
AB19,543
5. AB #19,544 - PURCHASE OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING CREDITS BY LUKE DEVELOPMENT. Approving a request from Luke Development to purchase Affordable Housing Credits in the Roosevelt Garden Condominium Affordable Housing Project to satisfy the inclusionary housing requirement for CT 04-14, Trails End. Resolution No. 2008-233. ACTION:
AB19,544
ORDINANCE FOR ADOPTION:
6. AB #19,545 - AMEND CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO AUTOMATICALLY EXTEND CITY MAP RELATED APPROVALS. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-003, amending Title 20, Chapters 20.12 and 20.24, Sections 20.12.110(a)(2) and 20.24.180(a)(2), and adding Sections 20.12.110(a)(2)(i)(ii) and 20.24.180(a)(2)(i)(ii) to authorize map extensions for up to six years and to automatically extend City map related approvals to coincide with automatic map extensions granted by Senate Bill No. 1185. ACTION:
AB19,545
City Attorney Ron Ball titled the Ordinance.
Motion to approve 6. AB #19,545 - AMEND CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO AUTOMATICALLY EXTEND CITY MAP RELATED APPROVALS. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-003, amending Title 20, Chapters 20.12 and 20.24, Sections 20.12.110(a)(2) and 20.24.180(a)(2), and adding Sections 20.12.110(a)(2)(i)(ii) and 20.24.180(a)(2)(i)(ii) to authorize map extensions for up to six years and to automatically extend City map related approvals to coincide with automatic map extensions granted by Senate Bill No. 1185. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve 6. AB #19,545 - AMEND CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO AUTOMATICALLY EXTEND CITY MAP RELATED APPROVALS. Adopting Ordinance No. CS-003, amending Title 20, Chapters 20.12 and 20.24, Sections 20.12.110(a)(2) and 20.24.180(a)(2), and adding Sections 20.12.110(a)(2)(i)(ii) and 20.24.180(a)(2)(i)(ii) to authorize map extensions for up to six years and to automatically extend City map related approvals to coincide with automatic map extensions granted by Senate Bill No. 1185. ACTION: (Approved) (Recorded at 00:10:33)
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Rita Sousa, Business Mgmt. Professor at Mira Costa, Member of Woman's Advisory Board. Announced a conference on Ethics on August 26th - a continuing education opportunity - Continuing Education Credits will be available. All proceeds to go to scholarships and text book loans. $199 for a whole day. Want conference on City's website. Distributing flyers (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Friday, September 26th is date.
Michele Levy, Carlsbad, came forward to address Council. Spoke in support of Fire Department Master Plan. Expressed concerns relating to the Farmers Building not being utilized. Why is the building sitting empty? Would like to see money used to finish parks.
Asking Council Member Nygaard for an answer.
Policewatch.org came forward to address Council. Expressed concerns relating to police officer accountability.
In conformance with the Brown Act, no Council action can occur on items presented during Public Comment. A total of 15 minutes is provided so members of the public can address the Council on items that are not listed on the Agenda. Speakers are limited to three (3) minutes each. If you desire to speak during Public Comment, fill out a SPEAKER CARD and place it in the clear tray on the wall adjacent to the Deputy City Clerk. If there are more than five (5) speakers, the remaining speakers will be heard at the end of the agenda just prior to Council Reports. When you are called to speak, please come forward and state your name and address.
PUBLIC HEARING:
7. AB #19,546 - CARLSBAD PASEO. To consider adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and approving a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit to allow development of a 7,511 square foot stand alone restaurant, a 44,391 square foot commercial retail center, and a vacant pad for a future stand alone restaurant on property generally located north of King's Fish House, south of Car Country Drive, east of Interstate 5, and west of Paseo Del Norte within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 3, CUP 07-03 and CDP 07-07. Resolution No. 2008-234. ACTION:
AB19,546
Associate Planner Jason Goff presented the staff report and reviewed a PowerPoint Presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Gave Location and proposed architecture of various buildings.
Displayed an artists rendering of proposed project.
End of Presentation.
Packard - Is retail space 22,000 per level for total of 44,000. Yes said Goff.
Packard - traffic flow - conditioned for another signal at south driveway. Yes said Goff. Is staff comfortable with proximity of spacing of other signals? Tecla Levy, Associate Engineer - explained that in order to reduce frustration of frequent signals - the adjacent signals will be interconnected to coordinate. Explained that light will turn green as traffic meets next signal.
Hall - where is loading area for Building B? To rear of Parcel B site said Goff.
Hall - will a tractor trailer fit or just box truck?
Hall - CALTrans ? Levy explained that CALTRAns is requiring additional right of way for Interstate 5 widening. Project not conditiioned at this time because Caltrans not an improved project. Levy - a retaining wall will be part of the project.
The right of way will end at the end of the parking.
Packard - retaining wall will be right at the proposed expansion of the freeway.
Packard - asking about where I-5 lane may end up. Levy and Goff - shows an easement for construction of footing.
Lewis - green area is for future right of way? Yes said Tecla. Tecla exclaimed that red is footing easement.
Applicant called forward.
Paul Klukas, Planning Systems, Carlsbad, representing Strategic Property Advisors - applicant is South Coast Pension Trust - listen to this. Gave an overview of project. High End Retails and Boutique. No Department Stores.
Peter Earwold, President of Strategic Property Advisors on behalf of ????, gave a background of the development of the project. Key to this project is the retail. The retail will be intimate experience. Focus on fashion. - H&M, Zarro, Terrain, The Back Room, BCBG, White and Black and Chicos. Combining full retail with high end restaurants.
Packard - on footprint on plans - you have 2 larger spaces - one is about 7500 sf and another about 5500 sf. What tenants in mind for larger spaces? Per Mr. Earwold, along the same lines as the tenants mentioned. Not all will be fashion - maybe some jewelry or fine antiques.
Packard - have you talked to any of the names here? Mr. Earwold said want to make sure have property to lease first.
Kulchin - what is the "Back Room" - Mr. Earwold said a female apparel store.
Hall - how the shipping will work?
Mr. Earwold - smaller stories - trucks about the size of FedEx truck.
Lewis - when the Company Stores went in, benches. Will there be a good sitting arrangement? Gene Fong, Architect, concept of this retail center will have a grand promenade to court yard (access at front and rear). Gathering/Comfort area for individuals to wait while others are shopping.
Open PH at 6:51 p.m.
Close PH @6:51 p.m.
Council spoke in support of the project.
Motion to approve 7. AB #19,546 - CARLSBAD PASEO. To consider adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and approving a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit to allow development of a 7,511 square foot stand alone restaurant, a 44,391 square foot commercial retail center, and a vacant pad for a future stand alone restaurant on property generally located north of King\'s Fish House, south of Car Country Drive, east of Interstate 5, and west of Paseo Del Norte within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 3, CUP 07-03 and CDP 07-07. Resolution No. 2008-234. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve 7. AB #19,546 - CARLSBAD PASEO. To consider adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and approving a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit to allow development of a 7,511 square foot stand alone restaurant, a 44,391 square foot commercial retail center, and a vacant pad for a future stand alone restaurant on property generally located north of King's Fish House, south of Car Country Drive, east of Interstate 5, and west of Paseo Del Norte within the Mello II Segment of the Local Coastal Program and Local Facilities Management Zone 3, CUP 07-03 and CDP 07-07. Resolution No. 2008-234. ACTION: (Approved) (Recorded at 00:58:10)
ADJOURNMENT TO CARLSBAD MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT MEETING
At 6:53 p.m.
CITY OF CARLSBAD
MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT AGENDA
Special Meeting
August 12, 2008
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed.
Motion to approve CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve CONSENT CALENDAR: The items listed under Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion as listed. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to the vote, unless an item is removed. (Approved) (Recorded at 00:58:50)
WAIVER OF ORDINANCE TEXT READING: This is a motion to waive the reading of the text of all ordinances and resolutions at this meeting.
8. AB #663 - QUITCLAIM OF WATERLINE EASEMENT. Authorizing the quitclaim of a waterline easement lying within Lots 2 and 23 of Map No. 14984, PR 06-94 to W2007 La Costa Resort Co. LLC. Resolution No. 1332. ACTION:
AB663
9. AB #664 - QUITCLAIM OF WATERLINE EASEMENT. Authorizing the quitclaim of a waterline easement lying within the Certificate of Compliance recorded December 22, 2005 as File No. 2005-1094979 of Official Records, PR 06-107 to Arenal Road LLC. Resolution No. 1333. ACTION:
AB664
ADJOURNMENT TO CONTINUATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
At 6:54 p.m.
DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY MANAGER REPORTS
10. AB #19,547 - ECONOMIC OVERVIEW PRESENTATION. To receive a presentation regarding the national, state and local economies. ACTION:
AB19,547
Economic Development Manager and Finance Director Lisa Irvine presented the staff report and reviewed a PowerPoint Presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Lisa Irvine now - gave an overview of how City uses Economic Trends and Other Information to Manage City Finances?
Borrowing Gas Tax cash flow for 5 months.
Showed historic sales tax by geographic area
Showed Transient Occupancy Tax - up from 2007.
Summary - Regular Reports to Council will continue.
Hall - confirmed that GF Refunds - is actuals for 6/30/08 (07/08 Finals).
Hall - What happens in 2013 that causes jump? Per Irvine - one time costs that go away and new development and revenue planned also in those years.
Packard - we are $2.6 million short on $120 million. No said Irvine - broke even.
Lewis - mentioned the State - what is worst case scenerio of what state can get from our General Fund? Irvine - about $5 million.
Shouldn't we be looking at worst case scenerio asked Lewis?
Hall - when we do a budget - we allow 3 to 5 % surplus. Irvine said overage was less than 2% for 08/09.
11. AB #19,548 - REPORT ON NRG'S PROPOSED CARLSBAD ENERGY CENTER PROJECT AND CONSIDERATION OF CITY'S POSITION ON THE PROPOSED PROJECT. To receive an update from staff on NRG's proposal to construct a new power plant and to consider opposing the proposed Carlsbad Energy Center Project by precluding any future non-coastal dependent industrial land use, including energy generation at the Encina Power Station site. Resolution No. 2008-235. ACTION:
AB19,548
Municipal Projects Manager Joe Garuba, presented the staff report and reviewed a PowerPoint Presentation (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
City Concerns - Use of Coastal Property / Environmental Concerns / Quality of Life Impacts / Views and Visual Impacts
Environmental Concerns: Water - new 4 million gallon/day Desalination Plant; Wastewater Discharge - Existing Outfall; Fuel Tank Demolition.
Views and Visual Impacts: Smoke Stack Height Increase - 139 feet; Switchyard Relocation.
Switchyard will be approximately 4 acres.
Now reviewing projected schedule. Anticipating a November Release Date for the Draft Preliminary Staff Assessment (PSA) from CEC.
In Review Now - Remain Opposed. A community Workshop to be held August 28, 2008 - opportunity for community to hear proposed changes.
David LLoyd of NRG came forward to address the Council. NRG has reviewed the alternative sights - found serious flaws. Will continue to work with City to entertain any suggested options. August 28, 2008 from 6:00 to 8:00 at the new Sheraton. Mr. Lloyd sensitive to to City and citizen concerns.
Lewis - spoke about how SDG&E were poor neighbors. Council will have a hard time accepting this use for the site. Would like to work to find alternate site.
Reasonable people can make reasonable decisions.
Ron Rouse, Luce Forward.
Hall - all of us understand the importance of energy. Want the plant in Carlsbad, just not at that location.
Motion to approve 11. AB #19,548 - REPORT ON NRG\'S PROPOSED CARLSBAD ENERGY CENTER PROJECT AND CONSIDERATION OF CITY\'S POSITION ON THE PROPOSED PROJECT. To receive an update from staff on NRG\'s proposal to construct a new power plant and to consider opposing the proposed Carlsbad Energy Center Project by precluding any future non-coastal dependent industrial land use, including energy generation at the Encina Power Station site. Resolution No. 2008-235. ACTION: Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin, seconded by Council Member Hall.
Vote to approve 11. AB #19,548 - REPORT ON NRG'S PROPOSED CARLSBAD ENERGY CENTER PROJECT AND CONSIDERATION OF CITY'S POSITION ON THE PROPOSED PROJECT. To receive an update from staff on NRG's proposal to construct a new power plant and to consider opposing the proposed Carlsbad Energy Center Project by precluding any future non-coastal dependent industrial land use, including energy generation at the Encina Power Station site. Resolution No. 2008-235. ACTION: (Approved) (Recorded at 01:49:22)
PUBLIC COMMENT: Continuation of the Public Comments (if necessary)
The remainder of the categories are for reporting purposes. In conformance with the Brown Act, no public testimony and no Council action can occur on these items.
Council Reports.
Lorraine Wood, City Clerk, Announcements.
Adjourned at 7:53 p.m.
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