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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 2 pF AP c,v Cdr U~ dit Fah tt4„ . y0f� STAFF REPORT Development Services Department DATE: May 13, 2014 TO: Honorable Chairman and Planning Commission FROM: Jim Kasama, Community Development Administraq SUBJECT: Determination that the proposed Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2014-15 is consistent with the General Plan SUMMARY Per Section 65403(c) of the State Government Code, the Planning Commission is required to make a determination that finds each fiscal year's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to be consistent with the City's General Plan. It is recommended that the Planning Commission find that the proposed Fiscal Year 2014-15 CIP is consistent with the City's General Plan. CIP INFORMATION Attached for review is the list of projects proposed for the Fiscal Year 2014-15 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The projects are City buildings, facilities, parks, streets, and utilities maintenance. The Fiscal Year 2014-15 CIP projects are consistent with, and promote the following goals of the City's General Plan: Land Use Element Goal LU-3: Preservation and enhancement of Arcadia's single-family neighborhoods, which are an essential part of the City's core identity. Goal LU-4: High-quality and attractive multifamily residential neighborhoods that provide ownership and rental opportunities for people in all stages of life. Goal LU-6: Attractive and vibrant commercial corridors that provide for the retail, commercial, and office needs of Arcadia with expanded opportunities for mixed-use development. Goal LU-8: Public and institutional uses that provide community-wide benefits and meet the needs of Arcadia residents and businesses. Goal LU-9: Preservation of the City's existing natural and recreation-oriented open space areas. Goal LU-10: A thriving Downtown, with healthy commercial areas supported by high- quality, residential uses and supportive of the Metro Gold Line transit station. Economic Development Element Goal ED-4: Continued revitalization of public infrastructure and private properties within the redevelopment project area. Goal ED-5: A public image of Arcadia that promotes and reinforces the City's special qualities and resources as a means of attracting businesses and economic opportunities. Circulation and Infrastructure Element Goal CI-1: An efficient roadway system that serves all of Arcadia, supports all transportation modes, and balances the roadway system with planned land uses. Goal CI-2: Maximized operational efficiency of the street system. Goal CI-3: Enhanced local and regional transit service. Goal CI-4: Connected, balanced, and integrated bicycle and pedestrian networks that provide viable alternatives to use of the car. Goal CI-5: Limited cut-through traffic in residential neighborhoods. Goal CI-6: Reduced auto traffic and improved traffic management around schools. Goal CI-7: Parking facilities that support diverse parking needs. Goal CI-9: A water production, storage, and distribution system that provides quality service equally to all areas of Arcadia, allows the City to maximize use of local water sources, and includes use of recycled water. Goal CI-10: A local wastewater collection system that provides quality service equally to all areas of Arcadia. Goal CI-11: Storm drain infrastructure that minimizes regional and localized flood hazards. Goal CI-12: Waste management practices that provide efficient and cost-effective services to Arcadia residents, businesses, and institutions, and that include an emphasis on waste reduction and recycling. Capital Improvement Program May 13, 2014 Page 2 Resource Sustainability Element Goal RS-1: Continued improvement in local and regional air quality. Goal RS-2: Reducing Arcadia's carbon footprint in compliance with SB 375 and AB 32. Goal RS-3: Promoting and utilizing clean forms of transportation to reduce Arcadia's carbon footprint. Goal RS-4: Wise and sustainable water use practices that respond to and support the needs of City residents and businesses. Parks, Recreation, and Community Resources Element Goal PR-1: Providing superior parks, public spaces, and recreation facilities to meet the community's evolving needs. Goal PR-2: Preserving open space resources to meet the City's recreation and conservation needs. Goal PR-3: Ensuring that trees and the urban forest make a continuing and significant contribution to community character. Goal PR-4: A network of City, school, and private community facilities that provides spaces for recreation, education, enrichment, and social service programs. Goal PR-6: Continued superior educational facilities and resources for residents of all ages and backgrounds. Goal PR-7: A library system that continues to provide a superior level of educational, informational, and cultural services for the Arcadia community. Goal PR-8: Continued recognition and support of the diverse historical and cultural organizations that celebrate and enrich the community. Goal PR-9: Retention and proper stewardship of historical and cultural resources. Safety Element Goal S-2: Superior storm drainage and flood control facilities that minimize risk of flooding. Goal S-4: A continued high level of protection from risks to life, the environment, and property associated with human-caused hazards in Arcadia. Goal S-5: To provide a continued high level of fire and police protection services, with an emphasis on prevention and education. Capital Improvement Program May 13, 2014 Page 3 Goal S-6: Comprehensive and effective emergency and disaster response preparedness. RECOMMENDATION Based on the consistency and promotion of the many General Plan goals set forth above, it is recommended that the Planning Commission find that the proposed Fiscal Year 2014-15 Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the General Plan. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION The Planning Commission should approve a motion finding that the proposed Fiscal Year 2014-15 Capital Improvement Program is consistent with the City's General Plan. If a Planning Commissioner, or other interested party has a question or comment regarding this matter, or on a particular CIP project, please contact Jim Kasama at (626) 574-5442 or jkasama@ArcadiaCA.gov prior to May 13, 2014 so that specific details can be made available either prior to, or at the Planning Commission meeting. If necessary, the appropriate staff from other departments may be available to answer questions regarding specific projects. 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