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SPECIAL WORKSHOP MEETING July 21, 2016
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 6:00pm by Chairman Cruz.
POSITION MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT
No. 1 Tanya Bowers
No. 2 Kurt Lukins
No. 3 Paul Mendez
No. 4 Alecia Greenaway
No. 5 Joe Cruz
No. 6 Loren Polk
No. 7 Zahra Khan
No. 8 Pam Bykonen
No. 9 Gabriel Portugal
APPEARANCE OF FAIRNESS:
Chairman Cruz read a statement about the appearance of fairness for hearings on land
use matters. There were no declarations.
Chairman Cruz then asked the audience if there were any objections based on a conflict
of interest or appearance of fairness question regarding the items to be discussed this
evening. There were no objections.
ADMINISTERING THE OATH:
Chairman Cruz explained that state law requires testimony in quasi-judicial hearings
such as held by the Planning Commission be given under oath or affirmation. Chairman
Cruz swore in all those desiring to speak.
WORKSHOP:
A. Plan Broadmoor Area Master Plan
Chairman Cruz read the master file number and asked for comments from staff.
Rick White, Community & Economic Development Director, discussed the Broadmoor
Area Master Plan SEPA process. The City has provided resources and effort over the years
for the area in terms of planning and utility infrastructure. Mr. White introduced the
architect/marketing specialist/land use planner for the project, David Hansen.
Mr. Hansen, explained last year an economic gap study was completed which showed
what is missing or needed in the region related to commercial development. There are
only so many leases in the Tri-Cities so it is crucial to make sure that Pasco creates a good
enough place to capture that type of economic force. With the Broadmoor Area, there is
an opportunity of roughly 2,000 acres to develop.
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Mr. Hansen discussed the need and benefit for completing a Planned Action SEPA. A
Planned Action SEPA will make the land development ready.
Mr. Hansen discussed the Broadmoor Area site map and reviewed the various land uses
proposed. The location of commercial, residential and public land uses were all identified.
Mr. Hansen also discussed infrastructure and traffic needs as well a design the proper
scale for buildings.
Chairman Cruz referenced a table in the presentation that emphasized the percentages of
residential, commercial and office space. He stated those numbers were more important
right now than looking at a draft design plan because the design itself could change but
the land use percentages are the goal.
Mr. Hansen responded that through their economic analysis they will figure those
percentages and these numbers will be pulled from the region, not just Pasco. Through
the SEPA process they should lock in those numbers and development agreements.
Commissioner Polk asked about the economic gap analysis and the “DNA” of the
community.
Mr. Hansen replied that “DNA” is their term, not the economist that did that economic gap
analysis. The gap analysis looks at all of the needs for the community, not just Pasco.
Commissioner Bowers asked if his firm has reached out to local Tri-Cities groups, such as
Visit Tri-Cities.
Mr. Hansen responded that he has spoken with them but isn’t working with them directly.
Mr. White added that the City has been working with Mr. Adams, a property owner for the
site. Phase 1 of this site is exclusively ow ned by Mr. Adams. Once we move to Phase 2,
that is when the land uses become far less predictable.
Chairman Cruz asked staff what happens next in the process.
Mr. White answered that the technical document, or SEPA, should be completed by this
year and then there will be public outreach with the Comprehensive Plan Amendment
process beginning next year.
With no further discussion or business, the Planning Commission adjourned the
workshop meeting at 6:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
David McDonald, City Planner