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Home My WebLink About9-13-2005 P&Z MINUTES � CALDWELL PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES September 13, 2005 I. Call to Order — Chairman Alldredge called the meeting to order for the public hearing at 7:07 p.m. II. Roll Call — Members Present: Paul Alidredge, Gene Shaffer, Jack Teraberry, and Joyce G riffith. Members Absent: Michael Jakobson and Dennis Callsen. Staff Present: Gian Paolo Mammone, (Community Development Director), Melodie Halstead, (Planner), Debbie Geyer (Specialist), Mark Hility, (City Attorney) and Ben Weymouth (City Assistant Engineer). III. Review of Proceeding — Chairman Paul Alldredge reviewed the procedures for public hearing. IV. Old business A. Case No. SUB-120P-05, a request by Mitch Frank for preliminary plat approval of Michala Subdivision, that consists of 10 residential Iots and 2 common lots on 2.38 acres in an R-2 (Combined Medium Density Residential) zone. The site is generally located on the east side of Georgia Avenue, approximately 327.94 feet south of Beech Street. Melodie Halstead, Planner, presented the staff report. Curt Smith, Applicant Representative, testified in favor. Jim Hawkins, Applicant Representative, testified in favor. Mitch Frank, Applicant, signed in favor, but chose not to speak. Testimony closed. Note: See Order of Decision for complete testimony or contact Community Devetopment Department for audio tapes of the hearing. Comprehensive Plan Analysis - MOTION: Commissioner Shaffer, SECOND: Commissioner Teraberry. The request was applicable to the following Comprehensive Plan Components as outlined in the staff report: Property Rights — Goal, Objective B and Policy 1; School Facilities and Transportation — Goal and Policy 1; Economic Development — Goal; Land Use — Goal, Objectives A and C; Natural Resources — Goal, Objectives A, C and Policy 1; Public Services, Utilities and Facilities — Goal, Objectives A, B, if C, D, Policy 1, 2, 3, 5 and 7; Transportation — Goal, Objectives A, B, C, Policies 2 and 5; Hazardous Areas Component — Goal, Objectives A, B and Policy 2; Recreation — Goal, Objective A and Policy 3; Community Design — Goal, Objectives A, B, C, E, G, Policies 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 and 11. Findings of Fact on Case No. SUB-120P-05 - MOTION: Commissioner Griffith SECOND: Commissioner Teraberry. Accepted the general facts outlined in the staff report, public testimony and Exhibit PZ-1000 (Letter from JUB, Gary Lee) and Exhibit PZ-1001 (Letter from Evelyn Wise) as part of the Findings of Fact. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Conclusions of Law on Case No. SUB-120P-05 - MOTION: Commissioner Teraberry SECOND: Commissioner Griffith. The Planning & Zoning Commission has the authority to hear this case and to approve or deny it. The public notice requirements were met and the hearing was conducted within the guidelines of applicable Idaho Code and City ordinances. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Recommendation on Case No. SUB-120P-05 - MOTION: Commissioner Shaffer SECOND: Commissioner Teraberry. The Commission approved Case No. SUB-120P-05 with the conditions outlined in the staff report. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Public Hearing Closed — Chairman Paul Alldredge closed the public hearing. V. New Business A. Case No. ACI-02-05, a request by the Planning & Zoning Commission to adopt an ordinance regarding the Caldwell Area of City Impact to include a Savings Clause, establishing Rules for Annexation; establishing applicable Comprehensive Plans and Ordinances; provide for Zoning and Subdivision Ordinance Amendment Proposals, establishing Application Procedures; providing for Amendment; Severability and Effective Date. Debbie Geyer, Planner, presented the staff report. Mark Hilty, City Attorney, outlined the facts concerning the application. Jeanne King, testified in favor. Testimony closed. Note: See Order of Decision for complete testimony or contact Community Development Department for audio tapes of the hearing. Findings of Fact on Case No. ACI-02-05 - MOTION: Commissioner Shaffer SECOND: Commissioner Teraberry. Accepted the general facts outlined in Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes — September 13, 2005 Page 2 of 6 i the staff report, and public testimony as part of the Findings of Fact. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Conclusions of Law on Case No. ACI-02-05- MOTION: Commissioner Griffith SECOND: Commissioner Teraberry. The Planning & Zoning Commission has the authority to hear this case and to approve or deny it. The public notice requirements were met and the hearing was conducted within the guidelines of applicable Idaho Code and City ordinances. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Recommendation on Case No. ACI-02-05- MOTION: Commissioner Griffith SECOND: Commissioner Teraberry. The Commission approved Case No. ACI-02-05 with the conditions outlined in the staff report. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Public Hearing Closed — Chairman Paul Alldredge closed the public hearing. ................................................................. B. Case No. OA-67-05, a request by the Caldwell Community Development Department to update the Comprehensive Plan Text (Part I) concerning the City of Caldwell and its impact area. The proposed amendments speak to growth within the City of Caldwell by addressing the following components: 1) Creating livable, affordable and ecologically sustainable communities; 2) Developing walkable neighborhoods with the local centers where people can live, work, and play throughout their lifetime; 3) Respecting viable agricultural uses and maintain the integrity of groundwater resources, air quality and streams; 4) Planning for adequate public infrastructure and services including school, utilities, roads, transit, open space and recreation and 5) Providing effective public safety services. The Comprehensive Plan proposal envisions a city with a range of housing opportunties and a balance mix of land uses. Debbie Geyer, Planner, presented the staff report. Diane Kushlan, Applicant's Representative, testified in favor. Testimony closed. Note: See Order of Decision for complete testimony or contact Community Development Department for audio tapes of the hearing. Findings of Fact on Case No. OA-67-05 - MOTION: Commissioner Griffith SECOND: Commissioner Shaffer. Accepted the general facts outlined in the staff report, and public testimony as part of the Findings of Fact. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Conclusions of Law on Case No. OA-67-05 - MOTION: Commissioner Shaffer SECOND: Commissioner Teraberry. The Planning & Zoning Commission has the authority to hear this case and to approve or deny it. Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes — September 13, 2005 Page 3 of 6 . The public notice requirements were met and the hearing was conducted within the guidelines of applicable Idaho Code and City ordinances. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Recommendation on Case No. OA-67-05 - MOTION: Commissioner Shaffer SECOND: Commissioner Teraberry. The Commission approved Case No. OA-67-05 with the conditions outlined in the staff report. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Public Hearing Closed — Chairman Paul Alldredge closed the public hearing. **************************************************************************************** C. Case No. OA-69-05, a request by the Caldwell City Center Steering Committee to amend the Caldwell Zoning Ordinance to include the City Center Zoning District to address revitalization of the downtown by 1) Creating a livable, sustainable City Center; 2) Encouraging mixed use development in the Downtown; 3) Redeveloping the City Center into the western hub of the Treasure Valley; 4) Creating green areas and improving quality of life; and 5) Preserving historic buildings. Debbie Geyer, Planner, presented the staff report. She presented the , following exhibits: � 1. PZ-1000 - Copy of door hanger distributed to all residents within the downtown design district boundaries by an unknown source. 2. PZ-1001 - Comments from Dana & Gary Vance 3. PZ-1002 — Memorandum from Bob Carpenter Diane Kushlan, Applicant's Representative, testified in favor. Dennis Cannon, City's Redevelopment Coordinator, testified in favor. Bob Carpenter, Caldwell Downtown Steering Committee, testified in favor. Elaine Carpenter, Historic Preservation Commission Chairperson, testified in favor. Steve Maughn, testified in favor. Angela Rivas, testified in favor. Gina Lujack, testified in favor. The following individuals signed as neutral, but chose not to speak: Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes — September 13, 2005 Page 4 of 6 Jeannie King, Sam or Frances Erskine, Rachelle Shimondle, Dale Hardin, Mike Kaplan, Sylvia Wade, Roberta Frazier, Nellie Rheuby, Pat 011er, Martin Malso, Sue Smith Susan Gutierrez for Ruben Delgadillo, testified as neutral. Shirley Neville for Rosalie Morroney, testified as neutraL Vincent Wright testified in opposed and presented Exhibit PZ-1003. Gary Vance, testified in opposition. Dana Vance, testified in opposition. Terry Timmons, testified in opposition. � Jerry Timmons, testified in opposition. Duane Seidenstucker, testified as neutral. Mark Hilty, City Attorney, presented facts concerning the application. Testimony closed. Note: See Order of Decision for complete testimony or contact Community Development Department for audio tapes of the hearing. Findings of Fact on Case No. OA-69-05 - MOTION: Commissioner Griffith SECOND: Commissioner Teraberry. Accepted the general facts outlined in the staff report, public testimony, and Exhibits PZ-1000-100e3 as part of the Findings of Fact. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Conclusions of Law on Case No. OA-69-05 - MOTION: Commissioner Shaffer SECOND: Commissioner Griffith. The Planning & Zoning Commission has the authority to hear this case and to approve or deny it. The public notice requirements were met and the hearing was conducted within the guidelines of applicable Idaho Code and City ordinances. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Recommendation on Case No. OA-69-05 - MOTION: Commissioner Griffith SECOND: Commissioner Shaffer. The Commission approved Case No. OA- 69-05 with the conditions outlined in the staff report. Passed: Unanimous roll call vote. Public Hearing Closed — Chairman Paul Alldredge closed the public hearing. **************************************************************************************** Planning & Zoning Commissio►t Minutes — September 13, 2005 Page 5 of 6 . . VI. Planning Issues: A. Next P&Z Public Hearing Date: October 11, 2005. VII. Adjournment: Paul Alldredge adjourned the meeting at approximately 9:45 p.m. MINUTES APPROVED AND SIGNED BY CHAIRMAN PAUL ALLDREDGE ON THE TED BELO ' - � �l�'/�'�� Attest: Paul r "g Date ��-�..�-��..� Community Deve�opment Director Planning & Zoning Commission Minutes — September 13, 2005 Page 6 of 6