PC Minutes 6/27/07

ITEM NO. 14:     CPA-2007-1 (DDW)

CPA-2007-1:  Consider adopting Chapter 14 – Specific Plans of Horizon 2020 to incorporate existing and future specific plans as comprehensive plan policy.

STAFF PRESENTATION

Dan Warner presented the item and suggested inclusion of the East Lawrence Plan that was adopted in 2000.

Commissioner Finkeldei asked Staff if they suggested that Planning Commission add it in as an amendment

Commissioner Finkeldei asked about the 1^st page of draft numbers 1-4 and wondered if it was supposed to be intentionally left vague.

Mr. Warner replied, yes.

Commissioner Harris asked what was not included.

Mr. Warner responded, the Northwest Area Plan.

Ms. Stogsdill stated that there were neighborhood plans done in the late 70’s and 80’s but the Northwest Area Plan was superseded by the 6^th & Southwest Lawrence Trafficway Nodal plan.

Mr. Warner said that the plans were available for reference and are valid in some areas.

Commissioner Harkins appreciated the designated review dates.

PUBLIC HEARING

No public comments.

ACTION TAKEN

Motioned by Commissioner Finkeldei, seconded by Commissioner Harris, to approve CPA-2007-01, the comprehensive plan amendment to Horizon 2020 by creating Chapter 14 (Specific Plans), for the City of Lawrence and unincorporated Douglas County with the inclusion of the East Lawrence Plan and recommends forwarding this comprehensive plan amendment to the Lawrence City Commission and the Douglas County Board of County Commissioners with a recommendation for approval.

Motion carried unanimously 8-0 with Student Commissioner Robb also voting in the affirmative.

Motioned by Commissioner Finkeldei, seconded by Commissioner Harris, to approve and sign Planning Commission Resolution 2007-03.

Motion carried unanimously 8-0 with Student Commissioner Robb also voting in the affirmative.