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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE RESOURCE CONSERVATION COMMISSION September 17, 2001 Mercy Building Conference Room 430 "F" Street MEETING CALLED TO ORDER by Chair Charles Bull at 6:33 p.m. ROLL CALL/MOTION TO EXCUSE MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Charles Bull, Vice-Chair Doug Reid, Commissioners Cindy Burrascano, Teresa Thomas, Juan Diaz and Pamela Bensoussan (6:49) STAFF PRESENT: Jim Sandoval, Assistant Planning Director Marisa Lundstedt, Environmental Projects Manager Rick Rosaler, Principal Planner Rich Whipple, Associate Planner Lynnette Lopez, Associate Planner Joe Gamble, Landscape Planner Linda Bond, Recording Secretary OTHERS PRESENT: Joe Monaco, Dudek & Associates Terry Barker, Teresa Barker Planning & Landscape Architect Ron Grunow, Hunsaker & Associates John Norman, Brookfield Shea Otay Narasimha Prasad, Linscott Law & Greenspan APPROVAL OF MINUTES: July 30, 2001 Commissioner Thomas noted that in the last line of page 3, the period of time stated (10:00-8:00) did not specify a.m. or p.m. Chair Bull indicated that the time period should be 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 am. Chair Bull stated that, if there are no objections to the July 30, 2001 minutes, they stand approved as amended. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None. -. RCC Minutes -2- September 17. 2001 OLD BUSINESS: 1. Mills Act Agreement Ms. Lynnette Lopez (Associate Planner) stated that Commissioner Bensoussan had looked over the Mills Act Agreement and said it was acceptable. Ms. Lopez indicated that there is a process to demolish property, which is not discussed in the Mills Act Agreement. Ms. Lopez asked the Commissioners if they had any comments. Commissioner Thomas asked about the difference between Historic Register and Historic Site Permit process. Commissioner Thomas also inquired about her previous suggestion of attaching a flowchart to the Mills Act Agreement, which would outline the procedures for any individual interested in the process. Mr. Jim Sandoval (Assistant Planning Director) described the difference between Historic Register and Historic Site Permit and stated that the planning staff was working on a summary sheet, which would outline the procedures NEW BUSINESS 2. EIR-01-02 - Final Second Tier EIR for the Otay Ranch GDP Amendmentsl Village 11 SPA Plan, Conceptual Tentative Map Ms. Marisa Lundstedt (Environmental Projects Manager) introduced everyone at the meeting who was involved in preparing the EIR and related documents. Commissioner Bensoussan arrived at 6:49 p.rn. Mr. Rick Rosaler (Principal Planner) provided a presentation to the commiSSion regarding the proposed GDP Amendments. Mr. Rosaler explained that project consisted of circulation amendments, land use amendments, phasing amendments and changes in proposed school locations. Specifically, Mr. Rosaler explained that the project includes road alignment changes to Hunte Parkway and EastLake Parkway, as well as the deletion of Patrick Drive and elimination of Birch Road east of Eastlake Parkway. Mr. Rosaler also explained that the proposed GDP Amendments include relocating the middle school from Village 10 to Village 11 and the high school from Village 11 to Village Seven. Commissioner Bensoussan inquired about the timeframe for the proposed University development. Mr. Rosaler indicated that development of the University site would occur during the last phase of development in the Otay Valley Parcel. Development is proposed to occur in Year 4, and build-out is Year 25. - RCC Minutes - 3 - September 17. 2001 Mr. Rich Whipple (Associate Planner) provided a presentation of the SPA Plan for Village 11. He described the proposed land plan and uses, the topographical constraints of the project, physical on-site features such as the SDG&E and SDCWA easement and the circulation system proposed onsite. Ms. Lundstedt presented an overview of the EIR. Ms. Lundstedt described the physical characteristics of the site and on-site vegetation. Ms. Lundstedt further described the discretionary actions associated with the project, which included GDP/GP Amendments, adoption of the SPA and related documents; and various resource agency permits. Ms. Lundstedt provided a general overview of how the EIR was organized and described notable project issues such as traffic and sewer. Ms. Lundstedt concluded her presentation with a brief discussion regarding the number of comment letters that were received on the draft EIR. Ms. Lundstedt indicated that the most significant letter received came in the form of a joint letter submitted by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and the California Department of Fish & Game. Ms. Lundstedt explained that all recommendations suggested by both agencies were included in the Final EIR. Staff Recommendation: That the RCC determine that the EIR is adequate and complete and recommend that it be certified. The Commissioners asked questions regarding the provision of potable water and recycled water, as well as specifics regarding proposed drainage facilities. Several commissioners also expressed several concerns regarding air pollution and traffic. Staff explained that the project is required to submit a Subarea Water Master Plan to Otay Water district for approval prior to the tentative map. Staff also explained that the project is required to prepare a Water Conservation Plan and Air Quality Improvement Plan in an effort to reduce water and air quality impacts. Commissioner Burrascano stated that she was concerned with the number of Levels of Service (LOS) F shown in the Final EIR. Chair Bull clarified that those areas showing a LOS F in the EIR are mitigated (below a LOS F) in the buildout scenario, with the exception of 1-805. Commissioner Burrascano again stated that she was concerned with the amount of traffic on the regional roadways and that the GMOC criteria and City thresholds should be revised to address this issue. MSC (Thomas/Reid) to recommend approval of the EIR. Vote: (4-2-0-0) with Burrascano and Bensoussan opposed. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW COORDINATOR COMMENTS: None. CHAIR COMMENTS: None. - RCC Minutes -4- September 17. 2001 COMMISSIONER COMMENTS: Update on presentation by the State Office of Historic Preservation on the Mills Act. Commissioner Bensoussan stated that the State Office of Historic Preservation is in the process of reorganizing. It would probably be the end of this year or first part of next year before a representative would be available to give a presentation to the City Commissions and City Council. She reminded everyone of the Mills Act Workshop being held Thursday, September 20, 2001, in the Council Chambers at 6:00 p.m. MSC (Bensoussan/Burrascano) to adjourn this meeting to the September 20, 2001 Mills Act Workshop. Vote: (6-0-0-0) Commissioner Bensoussan felt that the Fischer House staff report was not what the RCC had recommended. She would like to be advised and sent staff reports of this nature before they go before the City Council. ADJOURNMENT: Chair Bull adjourned the meeting at 8:35 p.m. to the Mills Act Workshop on Thursday, September 20, 2001, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 276 Fourth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the RCC is for Monday, October 1, 2001, at 6:30 p.m. in the Mercy Building Conference Room, 430 'F' Street, Chula Vista, CA. 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