Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Agendas

MINUTES PLANNING & ZONING MEETING July 16, 2014 The Village of Los Lunas Planning & Zoning Commission met in their regular session on Wednesday, July 16, 204, at 6:00 pm in the Village Council Chambers. Members present were as follows: Commissioners Stephanie Williams, Terry Ulibarri, Frank Vigil & Walter Baca. Commissioner D. Crawford was absent. Staff members present were Christina Ainsworth, Community Development Director, Nathan Feddes, Special Project Planner and Marie Marquez, Recording Secretary. Members of the public present were as follows: Robert Adams III The Meeting was called to order by: Chairman Stephanie Williams APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chairman S. Williams called for any changes or additions to the agenda. Commissioner W. Baca made a motion to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner T. Ulibarri seconded the motion. Everyone voted yes, motion carried, SWEARING IN OF PARTICIPANTS AGENDA ITEMS: DESIGNATED USE - Verizon Wireless ITEM 1- DESIGNATED USE - Verizon Wireless Chairman S. Williams introduced Item 1- Designated Use by Verizon Wireless. The action requested of this commission is to have a public hearing to recommend approval or disapproval of the request for this Designated Use. Chairman S. Williams called on Nathaniel Feddes, Special Project Planner to present the item. Nathaniel Feddes approached the podium to present the item. Robert Adams, agent for Verizon Wireless has applied for a Designated Use permit located at adjacent to 499 Emilio Lopez Rd. NW. It is generally located northwest of Main Street & 1-25. The future land use map doesn’t list this area as commercial and it is the intent of the applicant to install an antenna and equipment on an existing light pole. Notice was sent to the property owners within 100 ft. No commentary has been received as of today either for or against this use. It is the recommendation of staff to make a finding of conformance with municipal code and the comprehensive plan and recommend approval of the designated use to Council. Chairman S. Williams called for any questions from the commissioners to staff. Commissioner W. Baca asked why Brad Francis wasn’t in the list of property owners. Apparently, it is listed under Francis Real Estate. There was no comment from the commission. Chairman S. Williams called for any public comments. There was none. Chairman S. Williams then called on the agent for Verizon Wireless, Mr. Robert Adams. He stated that it is the intent of Verizon Wireless to install a pair of antennas in a small location. He displayed the photographs on the screen for the commissioners on what they would look like after completion. The poles will have to be installed with certain colors for driver’s safety. These installations are for increasing data capacity for cell phones. It uses a higher frequency transmission than you normally use for carrying signals. You can make a phone call but you may not be able to actually use your data plan on your cell phone. Verizon Wireless will be able to detect who you are, your location when you drop a call and where it was dropped. They are currently identifying areas that have small gaps in data capacity. Chairman S. Williams asked Mr. Adams how long it would take to build the cabinet? He said, it takes about 1-2 months to build. The cabinet is the size of any traffic light signal cabinet, but they will have to replace the pole for obstructural reasons. There is a multiple & expensive amount of wiring within that cabinet. That may require some parking on the street, but no obstruction of traffic. There is no need for tearing up the street and if they mess it up, they will repair it. Mr. Adams said, the cabinets are locked and very secure. Commissioner T. Ulibarri asked if Brad Francis would benefit from this in anyway. Mr. Adams said, no he will just get a better reception for cell phones for himself and its users. Commissioner T. Ulibarri also asked if the Village would benefit from this. Mr. Adam’s reply was no, a lease is signed by Michael, who has been assigned to deal with lease agreements. Nathaniel Feddes said, in our ordinance there is a telecommunication signage that requires a designated use permit. It’s been lacked in the past and that is why we are bringing it before zoning. All construction repairs costs will be covered by Verizon Wireless. Chairman S. Williams asked the length of time this would be there? Mr. Adams said, their goal is to get a 25 yr. lease. Commissioner T. Ulibarri also asked if there would be larger poles placed there in the future. Mr. Adams said, no, if so, the company will have to come back before you. Commissioner W. Baca asked if the height of these antennas would be sufficient to serve that area. Mr. Adams said, the height of these poles is 1000 ft. around the antennas and is sufficient. They are much focused, and they are aiming for data at the Shopping Center, Ford Dealer and the High School. These are the areas where people are not getting enough data. The poles are similar to what is already there. There were no further questions. Commissioner F. Vigil asked if there would be damage to the streets for asphalt repairs. Mr. Adams said there should not be any damage to streets; everything is done behind the curb. Commissioner F. Vigil also asked about the warranty for street repairs. Christina intercepted, we will not be accepting this for maintenance, if any damage is done, they would be responsible. She said, I’m sure Michael will inspect it. There were no further questions from the commissioners and or the public. Chairman S. Williams called for a motion. Commissioner W. Baca made a motion to send a recommendation to Council for approval. Commissioner T. Ulibarri seconded the motion. Everyone voted yes, motion carried. ITEM 4- APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Minutes of 7/2/14 Chairman S. Williams called for a motion to approve the minutes 7/2/14. Commissioner T. Ulibarri made a motion to approve the minutes for 7/2/14 with 3 minor corrections. Commissioner F. Vigil seconded the motion. Everyone voted yes, motion passed. ITEM 5- DISCUSSION Community Development Activity Report Christina Ainsworth told the commissioners that Nathaniel - Feddes’ title has been changed to Special Project Planner. There was nothing new to report the same projects are still under construction. Commissioner F. Vigil wanted to know when Buffalo Wild Wings was coming in. Christina said, there was definite date but there is confirmation that they will be going in by Walgreens on the Westside. He asked what about the Beautification on the Interchange? Christina said, we hope to break ground in the early fall. They are already manufacturing the tree structure. We want to make sure everything is completed before the landscaping. Code Enforcement Issues Commissioner F. Vigil asked Christina if she could let Michael know about — the areas in Rancho Valencia and Fiesta, there are lots of weeds growing between curb side and the asphalt, on public right-of-away. Commissioner T. Ulibarri made some comments regarding all the semi- trucks parking. Christina said, we are still working on a truck stop, but haven’t had much luck. ITEM 6- ADJOURNMENT Chairman S. Williams called for a motion to adjourn. Commissioner F. Vigil made a motion to adjourn, Commissioner W. Baca second the motion. Everyone voted yes, motion Stephanie Williams, Chairman C91er Absent 6 David Crawford, CQmmissioner Walter aca, Commissioner — Terry Jdliba i, Commissioner