01-18-18 Regular Meeting of the Planning and Zoning Commission

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Motion by Commissioner Follis to table discussion of this item until the applicant arrives. Second by Commissioner Smith. Motion carried. Ayes: Commissioners Martin, Warren, LaCour, Smith, Kendrick, Barrera, Follis, Tschappat, and Chairman Lawler. Nays: None Upon arrival of the applicant, Chairman Lawler opened the public hearing at 6:17 p.m. a. Staff Presentation Ian Clowes, City Planner, presented staff's report on a request by Terry Medders to rezone property along the west side of S. 15th St., south of W. C St. from Mid-Density Residential (R-2) to General Commercial (GC) for future business expansion. b. Applicant Presentation Terry Medders, with Medder's Construction, stated he is requesting the zone change so he can utilize the extra space for a lay down yard. c. Public Comments (for, against, or question) John Ybarra, 312 S. 15th St., spoke against the rezone. Mr. Ibarra believes it would allow for additional truck traffic and noise, which is already a problem in the area. Terri Ybarra, is concerned with use of the right-of-way, declining home values, and for safety of the children if the zoning is changed. Jose Manuel Elizondo expressed concern with drainage and heavy equipment parking if the zoning is changed. Mr. Elizondo also described other negative experiences he's had with area businesses. Jorge Reynaga, pastor of the church across the street from the property in question, spoke about trucks and heavy equipment parking illegally and tearing up the church's parking lot when they use it to turn around. Martin Vasquez, 321 S. 15th St., spoke in opposition to the zone change. Mr. Vasquez is concerned with increased traffic, drainage, and for safety of the children. John Coody, 326 S. 15th St., expressed concern with increased truck traffic and additional street maintenance that will become necessary.