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HomeMy WebLinkAbout031604 RDA Minutes I I I MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE TEMECULA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MARCH 16, 2004 A regular meeting of the City of Temecula Redevelopment Agency was called to order at 7:40 P.M., in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula. ROLL CALL PRESENT: 5 AGENCY MEMBERS: ABSENT: 0 AGENCY MEMBERS: Naggar, Roberts, Stone, Washington, and Comerchero None Also present were Executive Director Nelson, City Attorney Thorson, and City Clerk Jones. PUBLIC COMMENTS No input. CONSENT CALENDAR Minutes RECOMMENDATION: 1.1 Approve the minutes of February 24, 2004. MOTION: Agency Member Stone moved to approve Consent Calendar Item No.1. The motion was seconded by Agency Member Naggar and voice vote unanimous approval. Referencing the City's earlier approval of the purchase of one acre land in Old town along with previously approved purchases and previously owned land, Mayor Pro Tern Comerchero advised that the City owns approximately 4.3 acres in the vicinity of Main Street and Mercedes Street. Commenting the City's choice to not publicly express its intent with regard to the acquisition of these properties, Mr. Comerchero stated that publicizing the intent to acquire this property could have resulted in the City paying higher prices. With the City owning this property, Mr. Comerchero noted that the process may begin of deciding what types of projects may be the most feasible for this property, the City, and Old Town, commenting on a Civic Center, other public buildings, public plaza, or possibly other uses that have not yet been explored. Mr. Comerchero requested that staff develop a list of options that may be suitable for this property, noting that the preservation of the Escalier House and Barn be explored whether it be on site or off site and that the Historical Society be involved with in that process. In response to Chairman Comerchero, Executive Director Nelson advised that staff would forward to the City Council for consideration an item within the next 45 to 60 days. R:IMinutes.rdaIO31604 I I I JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 2 Disposition and Development Aareement and Focused Environmental Impact Report for the Temecula Education Center RECOMMENDATION: 2.1 That the City Council adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 04-30 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA CERTIFYING THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT PREPARED FOR THE TEMECULA EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX PROJECT, THE DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AGENCY AND AGK GROUP, LLC, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE TEMECULA EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX, AND RELATED ACTIONS, AND ADOPTING FINDINGS PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT, APPROVING A STATEMENT OF OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS, AND APPROVING A MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM IN CONNECTION THEREWITH FOR THE TEMECULA EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX TO BE DEVELOPED ON APPROXIMATELY 31.1 ACRES OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWESTERN CORNERS OF DiAl ROAD AND DENDY LANE 2.2 That the City Council adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 04-31 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AND AGK GROUP, LLC, FOR THE TEMECULA EDUCATION COMPLEX 2.3 That the Redevelopment Agency adopt a resolution entitled: RESOLUTION NO. RDA 04-05 A RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA APPROVING A DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AND AGK GROUP, LLC, FOR THE TEMECULA EDUCATIONAL COMPLEX Director of Housing and Redevelopment Meyer reviewed the staff report (of record). R:IMinutes.rdaIO31604 I I I Thanking the City Council, City Manager Nelson, Assistant City Manager O'Grady, and the citizens for their support, cooperation, and vision, Mr. A.G. Kading commented on prospective Universities involved with this project. By way of overheads, Mr. Gary Wiggles, architect for the project, shared the site plan of the proposed facility, commenting on the following: . Needs of each educational partner Synergy of entire site 0 One-stop shop uses for students Retail . Restaurants Day care Dry cleaning, etc. Adequate and safe parking Research and development building Conference Center . . Mr. Dennis Frank, 37870 Spring Valley Road, representing the Economic Development Corporation of Southwest Riverside County as President, relayed the Corporation's support of the project, commenting on the various uses included in the proposed project. Mr. David Rosenthal, 41960 California Oaks Road, Murrieta, personally and as past President of the Southwest Riverside Manufacturers Council, spoke in support of this project. Echoing the previous comments of support, Ms. Joan Sparkman, 40218 Colony Drive, Murrieta, addressed the benefits of such a complex and as well recommended support of this higher- education facility. Commenting on the innovativeness of this plan, joining public and private entrepreneurs in an effort to create this new model for higher education, Mayor Pro Tern Comerchero relayed his strong support of this project. Mr. Comerchero commended the efforts of Mr. Kading and his team, Mr. Frank, Mr. Rosenthal, and Ms. Sparkman. Delighted with the business the project will bring to the City, Councilman Roberts echoed support for this project. Addressing the benefits this project will have to the community, Councilman Washington addressed the reduction in traffic flow by 33% as a result of zoning and thanked Ms. Sparkman, Mr. Frank, Mr. Rosenthal, and Mr. Kading for their associated efforts. Echoing the sentiments of support, Councilman Stone viewed the proposed project as a strong attraction for future businesses to the City and as well relayed his appreciation to Ms. Sparkman and Mr. Kading. Further elaborating on the creativity of this project, Mayor Naggar addressed the lack of State funding for the building of colleges and, therefore, commented on the City's need to take such independent steps. Mr. Naggar advised that Murrieta Mayor Pro Tern Seyarto and Councilman McAllister relayed the support of the City of Murrieta with regard to this project. MOTION: Agency Member Comerchero moved to approve this item. The motion was seconded by Agency Member Washington and roll call vote reflected unanimous approval. R:IMinutes.rdaIO31604 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S REPORT I Sharing with the public previously considered project for this particular site, Executive Director Nelson relayed his delight with the proposed project; noted that this facility will benefit this community for many years; and thanked the City Council, Mr. Kading, Mr. Wiggle, all partnerships, the college support, Director of Housing and Redevelopment Meyer, and Assistant City Manager O'Grady for their associated efforts and support. AGENCY MEMBERS' REPORTS No comments. ADJOURNMENT At 8:18 P.M., the Temecula Redevelopment Agency meeting was formally adjourned to Tuesday, March, 2004 in the City Council Chambers, 43200 Business Park Drive, Temecula, California. ATTEST: I I R:lMinutes.rdaIO31604 4