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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-21-2016 Planning Commission Special Meeting Minutes-1- 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. -2- 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