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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1971-02-02 PZC MINUTESI I I Page 1313 IV. DIRECTOR'S CHOICE Mr. Supinger directed the attention of members to the Commission Handbook, which has been compiled by Planning Assistant Wardlaw. Lentsch moved: Patrick seconded: The meeting be adjourned. Motion carried; meeting adjourned at 8:50 P.M. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION FEBRUARY 2, 1971 I. CALL TO ORDER. The Regular meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission was called to order by Chairman Carlson at 8:00 P.M. Members present: Weist, Walsh, Patrick , Mosbarger, Lone, Lentsch, Carlson Supin ger, Ex-officio Members absent: Senti, Henning Also present: Assistant Planning Director Romans Mr. Weist, newly appointed member, was welcomed to the Commission. II. RE-ORGANIZATION OF COMMISSION. Mr. Carlson asked Councilman Lone to assume the Chair f or the re-organization of the Commission. Mr. Lone assumed the Chair, and called for nominations for Chairman. Mr. Mosbarger nominated Mr. Lentsch as Chairman f or the Commission. Mr. Carlson seconded the nomination. Patrick moved: Carlson seconded: The nominations be closed, and a unanimous ballot be cast for Mr. Lentsch for Chairman. AYES: Weist, Walsh, Patrick, Mosbarger, Lone, Carlson NAYS: None ABSTAIN: Lentsch ABSENT: Senti, Henning The motion carried; Mr. Lentsch was elected Chairman of the Planning Commission. Mr. Lone called f or nominations for Vice-Chairman. Mr. Lentsch nominated Dr. Walsh as Vice-Chairman. Mr. Mosbarger seconded the nomination ~ Dr. Walsh stated that he would rather not serve as Vice-Chairman, and pointed out that he had been a member of the Commission for only one year. Dr. Walsh asked that his name be withdrawn as a candidate for Vice-Chairman, and nominated Mr. Carlson as Vice-Chairman. Mr. Patrick seconded Dr. Walsh's nomination of Mr. Carlson. Mr. Lone asked if there were further nominations? Lentsch moved: Patrick seconded: The nominations be closed, and a unanimous ballot be cast f or Mr. Carlson as Vice-Chairman of the Commission. AYES: Weist, Walsh, Patrick, Mosbarger, Lone, Lentsch NAYS: None ABSTAIN: Carlson ABSENT: Senti, Henning The motion carried; Mr. Carlson was elected Vice-Chairman of the Commission. Mr. Senti entered and took his place with the Commission. ---- III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. January 19, 1971 Chairman Lentsch stated the Minutes of January 19, 1971, were to be considered for approval. Page 1314 Lone moved: Carlson seconded: The Minutes of January 19, 1971, be approved as written. AYES: Patrick, Mosbarger, Lone, Carlson, Lentsch NAYS: None ABSTAIN : Senti, Weist, Walsh ABSENT: Henning The motion carried. ------ - --- - --- - ----- -- - - IV. STREET NAME AND NAME CHANGE CASE #3-71 West Hampden Place Chairman Lentsch asked Mr. Supinger to give the background on this matter. Mr. Supinger stated that the street directly south of City Hall does not have a name at the present time. It has been suggested by the Public Works Department that this street, and the southern portion of Cherokee Circle, be named "West Hampden Place". Mr. Supinger noted that there are no resi- dences or businesses which have their address on this street, so there will be no problem in changing the name of the street. Discussion followed. Senti moved: Lone seconded: The Planning Commission recommend to City Council that the southern portion of Cherokee Circle and the street between existing Cherokee Circle and South Elati Street be renamed West Hampden Place. The motion carried unanimously. V. MEETINGS WITH COMMISSIONS OF OTHER JURISDICTIONS. Mr. Supinger stated that he has met with Planning Directors from Aurora, Littleton, and Arapahoe County, and it is the feeling of these Directors that it would be well to have periodic meetings of the Commissions and directors of the various jurisdictions of the County. It is their feeling that this will foster communication between the cities and county in regard to mutual planning matters. Mr. Supinger commented that he felt a meeting about every three months would be appropriate. Mr. Supinger stated that he felt these periodic meetings would "be a step in right direction", and will aid in the solution of problems by the local governments, rather than having the state, etc. assume the responsibility for solving our problems. Mr. Lentsch commented that he felt it would be of benefit to visit other Commissions, and see how they operate. Mr. Lone stated he felt this would be an important step in metro-coopera- tion , and would be good. Mr. Senti pointed out that the City of Englewood has saved $5,000 by virtue of Arapahoe County and the City of Littleton joining Englewood on the Traffic Study which is underway. Further discussion followed. Mr. Supinger was asked to follow through on the periodic meetings with the other jurisdictions. VI. COG ANNUAL DINNER. Mr. Supinger stated that the Annual Dinner sponsored by the Denver Regional Council of Governments is to be held February 17th, the date of the next regular Planning Commission meeting for the Englewood Commission. The dinner will be held at the Wellshire Club. The City Manager h~s inquired how many will be attending the dinner from the Commission. Mr. Supinger also noted that the agenda for the 17th had been set previously to receipt of the notice of the annual meeting, and Mr. Nate Burt has asked that the Commission consider his request for a subdivision waiver that evening. This property is east of Broadway, and just north of GEM. Mr. Supinger also noted that Mr. Burt had contacted the Planning Office earlier in the afternoon, and reque9ted that the Commission plan a special meeting if possible , on February 9th to consider his request. Mr. Supinger pointed out that the plans have not been submitted to the Planning Depa~tment as of this date. The area comprises 1-3/4 acres. Mr. Lentsch asked members of the Commission if they would prefer to meet on the 9th , the 17th, or the 23rd of February? Mr. Lone stated he would prefer not to meet on the 9th. Dr. Walsh stated that he would be opposed to setting a special meeting for one person, and is opposed to meeting on February 9th. Discussion followed. It was determined that the next regu1ar meeting of the Planning Commission be set for February 18th, a Thursday evening, at which time Mr. Burt's request will be considered. Further discussion ensued on the members who would attend the Dinner meeting of COG. Mr. Senti stated that he would be attending. Further information on the Dinner is to be sent to members, and they are to notify the Department whether or not they will attend the Dinner. VII. COMMISSION'S CHOICE Mr. Lentsch read the following letter from Mayor Schwab: Mr. Kenneth Carlson, Chairman Planning and Zoning Commission 600 South Washington Circle Englewood, Colorado 80110 Dear Mr. Carlson: "January 22, 1971 I I I I I I Page 1315 In order for the City to qualify for certain Federal housing, code enforcement and redevelop- ment programs, it is necessary for us to adopt an instrument known as the "Workable Program." This program commits the City to make certain improvements in the following areas --- housing and relocation, codes and code enforcements, planning and programming, and citizens involvement. With reg~rd to the latter, it is advised that we establish a Citizens' Committee to advise us as to the needs of the community in such areas as employment, public housing, renewal and parks and recreation. We are asking a number of organizations including the Planning and Zoning Commission to nominate two members from within their group and forward their names to the City Council. The Council plans to select one of the nominees to serve on the Committee, and appoint the other member as an alternate. Each nominee must be a resident of Englewood. A well-organized and highly-motivated committee of this nature can do much to improve our City through the suggestions and recommendations they make. We encourage the participation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and ask that you submit your nominees to us by February 8, 1971. EES /ij" Sincerely, /S / Elmer E. Schwab ELMER E. SCHWAB Mayor Dr. Walsh stated he would like to nominate Mrs. Henning as a representative from the Planning Commission. Mr. Carlson seconded the nomination. Mr. Lone stated that Mr. Mosbarger has been concerned in these matters, and nominated Mr. Mosbarger as the second representative from the Planning Commission. Mr. Patrick seconded the nomination. Lone moved: Patrick seconded: Nominations cease, and unanimous ballots be case for Mrs. Henning and Mr. Mosbarger to be representatives from the Planning Commission to serve on the Citizens' Committee. AYES: Weist, Walsh, Patrick, Senti, Lone, Senti, Carlson NAYS: None ABSTAIN: Mosbarger ABSENT: Henning The motion carried. Mr. Lentsch stated that he would like to review the HANDBOOK, copies of which were given members at the last meeting. Mr. Lentsch asked that the Secretary of the Commission pre- pare roll call forms, and that the call be rotated; the Secretary is to call the roll of the Commission. The staff reports and staff recommendations were discussed. Members noted that in instances where the Commission does not agree with the recommendation of the staff, it can be awkward wording a motion, without guides as set forth in the staff report. Dr. Walsh commented that perhaps the "pros" and "cons" of an issue could both be set forth in the staff report, and that possibly this would be of aid to the Commission. Dr. Walsh suggested that no staff recommendation be set forth in the staff report; this would not bind the Commission in any manner. Discussion followed. Mr. Supinger stated that if the pros and cons were set forth in the staff report, he would still be inclined to include the recommendation of the staff; he stated that he felt the staff had a responsibility to make it easier for the Commission to go through a thought process, and that this was what the staff is paid for. Further dis- cussion followed. Mr. Supinger suggested that possibly staf± reports could be sent to applicants and all parties who might be concerned about a particular matter. Discussion followed. Mr. Supinger noted that this practice had not been followed in Englewood, but he had followed it in California and it had worked very well. Discussion followed. Dr. Walsh commented that he felt every effort should be made to get the information to everyone who could be concerned about a matter before the Commission. Mr. Lone stated that he felt a matter for concern was the process of making a motion, and citing reasons for approval or denial of a request. He pointed out that appeals from decisions of the Commission are to the City Council,and he felt that the motions and recommendations should be clearly worded for benefit of the Council. Mr. Lone questioned the possibility of "polishing" a recommendation and have the Commission accept it after it has been "polished" so that it will be more easily understood at the Council level. Further discussion followe:i. Mr. Carlson suggested that perhaps "model" motions could be included in the Handbook, setting forth criteria for rezoning for instance, etc. Mr. Lone agreed that this would be of help, and cited the conditions which must exist before the Board of Adjustment and Appeals can grant a variance; if something on this order were to be set forth, it would be of aid to the Commission. Mr. Leµtsch asked if some standards Jor granting rezoning weren't presently set forth in the Handbook? Further discussion followed. Mr. Lentsch commented that if the front page of the Handbook were to be redone, he felt it should read "Councilman Milton Senti" and "Councilman Richard Lone". Mr. Supinger briefly reviewed Section 4 of the Handbook, which covers the "Powers , Duties, and Procedures" of the Planning Commission; and then briefly reviewed the sections on the "Comprehensive Plan", "Zoning Ordinance" and "Subdivision Regulations". Discussion followed. Mr. Senti was excused from the meeting at 9:40 P.M. Discussion of the revised Zoning Ordinance ensued. Mr. Lentsch stated he felt this project should have received a higher priority from City Council in hiring additional personnel for the Planning Department. Further discussion of the Handbook followed. Page 1316 Mr. Lentsch asked who appointed the member to attend the Council of Governments Policy.Advisory meetings? Mrs. Romans stated that the Commission appointed a member to attend the Policy Ad- visory Committee meetings, but that Council appointed the representative to the Council of Governments itself. It was pointed out that in the past, the Chairman has attended the Policy Advisory Committee meetings, if he felt he would have the time to do so. Discussion followed. Carlson moved: Lone seconded: Chairman Lentsch be appointed to attend Policy Advisory Committee meetings from the Englewood Planning Commission. The motion carried. It was moved, seconded, and carried that the meeting be adjourned. Meeting adjourned at 10 P.M. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary MEMORANDUM TO THE ENGLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL REGARDING ACTION OR RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION. DATE: February 2, 1971 SUBJECT: Street Name and Name Change RECOMMENDATION: Senti moved: Lone seconded: That the Planning Commission recommend to City Council that the southern portion of Cherokee Circl€ and the street between existing Cherokee Circle and South Elati Street be renamed to West Hampden Place. The motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, By Order of the City Planning and Zoning Commission. Gertrude G. Welty Recording Secretary * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * CITY OF ENGLEWOOD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION March 16, 1971 I. The Regular Meeting of the City Planning and Zoning Commission .was called to order at 8:00 P. M. by Chairman Lentsch. Members present: Carlson, Henning, Lentsch, Mosbarger, Patrick, Senti, Walsh, Weist Supinger, Ex-officio Members absent: Lone Also present: Assistant Planning Director Romans; Planning Assistant Wardlaw -- - --- ---- ---- -- --- - -- - II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Chairman Lentsch stated that the Minutes of February 2, 1971, were to be considered for approval. Walsh moved: Carlson seconded: The Minutes of February 2, 1971, be approved as written. The motion carried, with Mrs. Henning abstaining. - - --- --- ------- ------ - ----- -- -- III. WINSLOW CONSTRUCTION Huron/Cornell Vacation CASE #4-71 Mr. Lentsch asked Planning Director Supinger to give the background of this request. Mr. Supinger stated that Winslow Construction Company has requested the vacation of South Huron Street between Cornell and Dartmouth Avenues, and the vacation of West Cornell Avenue between the Galapago /Huron alley and the intersection of West Cornell Avenue with Huron Street. It was noted that both Huron and Cornell Avenues dead-end at their intersection. Mr. Supinger stated that the property on both sides .of South Huron Street is owned by Winslow Construction Company, with the exception of 57 ft. fronting on South Huron at the northwest corner, which is owned by the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Rai'lway. Mr. Supinger stated I I I