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Home My WebLink About04-13-2022 Planning Commission PacketSaratoga Planning Commission Agenda – Page 1 of 2 SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING APRIL 13, 2022 7:00 P.M. - PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING This meeting will be entirely by teleconference and will be conducted in compliance with Government Code section 54953(e) of the Ralph M. Brown Act allowing teleconferencing during a proclaimed state of emergency when state or local officials have imposed or recommended measures to promote social distancing. The public will not be able to participate in the meeting in person. During the meeting the Chair will explain the process for members of the public to be recognized to offer public comment. Members of the public view and participate in the meeting by: 1. Using the Zoom website https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82652375945 App (Webinar ID 826 5237 5945) and using the tool to raise their hand in the Zoom platform when directed by the Chair to speak on an agenda item; OR 2. Calling 1.669.900.6833 or 1.408.638.0968 and pressing *9 to raise their hand to speak on an agenda item when directed by the Chair; OR 3. Viewing the meeting on Saratoga Community Access Television Channel 15 (Comcast Channel 15, AT&T UVerse Channel 99) and calling 1.669.900.6833 or 1.408.638.0968 and pressing *9 to raise their hand to speak on an agenda item when directed by the Chair; OR 4. Viewing online at http://saratoga.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?publish_id=2 and calling 1.669.900.6833 or 1.408.638.0968 and pressing *9 to raise their hand to speak on an agenda item when directed by the Chair. Members of the public can send written comments to the Commission prior to the meeting by commenting online at www.saratoga.ca.us/pc prior to the start of the meeting. These emails will be provided to the members of the Commission and will become part of the official record of the meeting. ROLL CALL ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR APPROVAL OF MINUTES Action Minutes from the Planning Commission Meeting of March 9, 2022. Recommended Action: Approve Minutes of March 9, 2022 Planning Commission Meeting. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS Any member of the public will be allowed to address the Planning Commission for up to three (3) minutes on matters not on this agenda. This law generally prohibits the Planning Commission Saratoga Planning Commission Agenda – Page 2 of 2 from discussing or taking action on such items. However, the Planning Commission may instruct staff accordingly regarding Oral Communications. REPORT ON APPEAL RIGHTS If you wish to appeal any decision on this Agenda, you may file an Appeal Application with the City Clerk within fifteen (15) calendar days of the date of the decision. 1. NEW BUSINESS 1.1 General Plan Conformity FY 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Program Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 22-011 finding the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects proposed for Fiscal Year 22-23 conform to the Saratoga General Plan. 1.2 Planning Commission Work Plan Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission discuss its priority work plan items for the coming year and forward it to the City Council for input and direction at the Joint City Council Planning Commission Work Plan Study Session on May 4, 2022. 2. DIRECTOR ITEMS 3. COMMISSION ITEMS 4. ADJOURNMENT CERTIFICATE OF POSTING OF THE AGENDA, DISTRIBUTION OF THE AGENDA PACKET, COMPLIANCE WITH AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT I, Frances Reed, Administrative Analyst for the City of Saratoga, declare that the foregoing agenda for the meeting of the Planning Commission was posted and available for review on April 8, 2022 at the City of Saratoga, 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, California and on the City's website at www.saratoga.ca.us. Signed this 8th day of April 2022 at Saratoga, California. Frances Reed, Administrative Analyst. In accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act, copies of the staff reports and other materials provided to the Planning Commission by City staff in connection with this agenda, copies of materials distributed to the Planning Commission concurrently with the posting of the agenda, and materials distributed to the Planning Commission by staff after the posting of the agenda are available on the City Website at www.saratoga.ca.us or available at 13777 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070. In Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at bavrit@saratoga.ca.us or calling 408.868.1216 as soon as possible before the meeting. The City will use its best efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to provide as much accessibility as possible while also maintaining public safety. [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA title II] Saratoga Planning Commission Draft Minutes – Page 1 of 3 DRAFT MINUTES WEDNESDAY MARCH 9, 2022 SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Vice Chair Zheng called the virtual Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. via teleconferencing through Zoom. Prior to Roll Call, the Vice Chair and Community Development Director explained that the Planning Commission meeting was conducted pursuant to Government Code section 54953(e) of the Ralph M. Brown Act allowing teleconferencing during a proclaimed state of emergency when state or local officials have imposed or recommended measures to promote social distancing. The Planning Commission met all the applicable notice requirements and the public is welcome to participate in this meeting. Information on how the public can observe the meeting and provide public comment was also shared. Additionally, the Chair explained that votes would be taken through roll call. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Vice Chair Herman Zheng, Commissioners Sunil Ahuja, Clinton Brownley, Jojo Choi and Razi Mohiuddin ABSENT: Chair Anjali Kausar ALSO PRESENT: Debbie Pedro, Community Development Director Christopher Riordan, Senior Planner Nicole Johnson, Senior Planner APPROVAL OF MINUTES Action Minutes from the Regular Planning Commission Meeting of February 9, 2022. Recommended Action: Approve Minutes of Regular Planning Commission Meeting of February 9, 2022. AHUJA/ MOHIUDDIN MOVED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 9, 2022 MEETING. MOTION PASSED. AYES: AHUJA, BROWNLEY, CHOI, MOHIUDDIN, ZHENG. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: KAUSAR. ABSTAIN: NONE. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS ON NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS: NONE REPORT ON APPEAL RIGHTS 1. NEW BUSINESS - NONE 2. PUBLIC HEARING 2.1 Application PDR17-0013/ARB21-0091; 12445 Paseo Cerro (386-11-021); Carlos Zamudio (Applicant) – The applicant is requesting Design Review approval for a new 3,195 square foot two-story single-family residence with an approximate height of 22’-6”. The project will also include a detached 12’ tall cabana in the rear yard that includes a 58 square foot bathroom. Three protected trees are proposed for removal which include a citrus, black walnut, and an evergreen ash. The site is zoned R-1-10,000 with a General Plan Designation of Medium Density Residential (M-10). Staff Contact: Christopher Riordan (408) 868-1235 or criordan@saratoga.ca.us. 3 Saratoga Planning Commission Draft Minutes – Page 2 of 3 Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 22-010 approving the project subject to conditions of approval included in Attachment 1. Commission heard the staff report and took public comment on this item but due to technical difficulty being experienced by applicant this item was moved to be heard after item 2.2. MOHIUDDIN/ZHENG MOVED TO CHANGE ORDER OF AGENDA, MOVING AGENDA ITEM 2.1 AFTER ITEM 2.2. MOTION PASSED. AYES: AHUJA, BROWNLEY, CHOI, MOHIUDDIN, ZHENG. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: KAUSAR. ABSTAIN: NONE. BROWNLEY/AHUJA MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 22-010. MOTION PASSED. AYES: AHUJA, BROWNLEY, CHOI, MOHIUDDIN, ZHENG. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: KAUSAR. ABSTAIN: NONE. 2.2 Application FER21-002; 15450 Pepper Lane (510-04-007); Vikaas Trust (Applicant) – The applicant is requesting a fence exception for a 5’ tall wrought iron fence within the front setback area where 3’ is allowed, as well as a 5’ tall wall and wrought iron fence within the exterior side setback area where 3’ is allowed. In addition, a 6’8” wrought iron entry gate is proposed within the exterior side setback where 5’ is allowed. No protected trees are proposed for removal. The site is zoned R-1-40,000 with a General Plan Designation of Residential Very Low Density (RVLD). Staff Contact: Nicole Johnson (408) 868-1209 or njohnson@saratoga.ca.us. Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 22-008 approving the proposed Fence Exception subject to conditions of approval included in Attachment 1. AHUJA/CHOI MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 22-008. MOTION PASSED. AYES: AHUJA, BROWNLEY, CHOI, MOHIUDDIN, ZHENG. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: KAUSAR. ABSTAIN: NONE. Commissioner Brownley recused himself from item 2.3 2.3 Application PDR21-0031/ARB21-0119; 18471 Ravenwood Drive (397-43-018); Clinton & Anushka Brownley (Applicant) – The applicant is requesting Design Review approval for a 31 square foot first floor addition and a new 909 square foot second story addition (maximum height 24’4”) No protected trees are proposed for removal. The site is zoned R-1-10,000 with a General Plan Designation of Medium Density Residential Low Density (M-10). Staff Contact: Nicole Johnson (408) 868-1209 or njohnson@saratoga.ca.us. Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 22-009 approving the project subject to conditions of approval included in Attachment 1. AHUJA/ZHENG MOVED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 22-009. MOTION PASSED. AYES: AHUJA, CHOI, MOHIUDDIN, ZHENG. NOES: NONE. ABSENT: KAUSAR. ABSTAIN: BROWNLEY. 4 Saratoga Planning Commission Draft Minutes – Page 3 of 3 Commissioner Brownley re-entered the Planning Commission panel. 3. DIRECTOR ITEMS Community Development Director Pedro announced that the City Council appointed Commissioner Brownley and Ping Li as Planning Commissioners for full terms. Additionally, the City Council announced virtual meetings will continue and be decided going forward on a month- to-month basis. A reminder that at 5:30 pm on May 4, 2022 will be the annual joint meeting with City Council to discuss the Planning Commission Work Plan. 4. COMMISSION ITEMS 5. ADJOURNMENT Commissioners Brownley/Mohiuddin moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:38 PM. Minutes respectfully submitted: Frances Reed, Administrative Analyst City of Saratoga 5 REPORT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION Meeting Date: April 13, 2022 Application: Finding of General Plan Conformity FY 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Program Location / APN: Citywide Owner / Applicant: City of Saratoga From: John Cherbone, Public Works Director STAFF RECOMMENDATION Adopt Resolution 22-011 finding the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects proposed for Fiscal Year 22-23 conform to the Saratoga General Plan. PROJECT DESCRIPTION Twelve (12) new capital projects are proposed in the upcoming Fiscal Year 22-23. The proposed projects have been reviewed by the City Council as part of the annual budget process. California Government Code Section 65401 states that the local planning agency should report on the conformity of the CIP with the agency’s General Plan. However, not all projects have a relationship to a policy in the General Plan such as maintenance work and building remodels. For FY 22-23 the proposed projects are generally dedicated to upgrading existing infrastructure (maintenance), ADA upgrades, safety projects, sidewalks, trails, and park improvements. Attached to this memo are project descriptions for each proposed capital project. Staff reviewed the proposed projects and found that, where applicable, they follow the City’s General Plan policies therefore a conformity finding can be supported. The environmental determination will be addressed project by project. ATTACHMENTS 1. Resolution 2. Project Summaries 6 RESOLUTION NO. 22-011 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA PLANNING COMMISSION DETERMINING THAT THE NEW FY 22-23 CIP PROJECTS CONFORM TO THE GENERAL PLAN WHEREAS, California Government Section 65401 requires the local planning agency to report on the conformity of proposed public works with the adopted general plan; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission reviewed and considered the materials submitted by the Public Works Director which include a description of each capital project. NOW THEREFORE, the Planning Commission of the City of Saratoga does hereby find that the new Capital Improvement Program projects conform to the Goals and Policies of the City of Saratoga General Plan in that the various improvement projects implement the programs and objectives outlined in the various General Plan Elements. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Saratoga Planning Commission on this 13th day of April 2022 by the following vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: ABSTAIN: Chair, Planning Commission 7 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES JOE’S TRAIL PHASE 2 Project Manager Macedonio Nunez Location Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road to Arroyo de Arguello Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background Funding Requirements Phases 2 of Joe’s Trail extends the trail from Saratoga-Sunnyvale Road to Arroyo de Arguello. The project implements the Trails Master Plan and connectivity with the continuation of Joe’s Trail at Saratoga De Anza. The project requires PG&E review and PG&E right-of-way (ROW) acquisition. Work will commence in FY 23 FY 23 request: $132,000 Park In-Lieu Fund Additional grant funds required to complete project Page 1 of 12 8 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES JOE’S TRAIL PHASE 3 Project Manager Macedonio Nunez Location Saratoga Avenue to Quito Road Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background Funding Requirements Phases 3 of Joe’s Trail extends the trail from Saratoga Avenue to Quito Road. The project implements the Trails Master Plan and connectivity with the continuation of Joe’s Trail at Saratoga De Anza. The project requires CalTrans review and CalTrans Right of way (ROW) acquisition. Work will commence in FY 23 FY 23 request: $264,000 Park In-Lieu Fund Additional grant funds required to complete project Page 2 of 12 9 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES BRIDGE REHABILITATION PROJECT PHASE 1 Project Manager Poh Yee Location Citywide Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background This project mitigates deficiencies at 3 of 6 bridge locations called out in the CalTrans inspection reports. The project will repair bridge abutments, scouring, deck rehabilitation and railings. If not completed, bridges will continue to deteriorate and the costs to make the repairs will increase substantially. The project requires review and permits from Santa Clara Valley Water District, Regional Water Control Board, Fish & Wildlife, and Army Corps of Engineers. Work will commence in FY 23 Funding Requirements FY 23 request: $350,000 General CIP Fund Page 3 of 12 10 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES PARK AND TRAIL FIRE MITIGATION PROJECT Project Manager Shawn Garnder Location Parker Ranch and Mt. Eden trails, Quarry Park and San Marcos Open Space Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background The project removes brush and dead trees to create defensible space between City land and private property. Drought conditions have created high fire danger within the City Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) area. Creating this defensible space will improve safety. If not completed residential areas adjacent to City properties will be subject to increased fire danger. Work is ongoing. Funding Requirements FY 23 request: $100,000 General CIP Fund Page 4 of 12 11 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PHASE 1 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN Project Manager Mainini Cabute Location Citywide Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background This project implements Phase 1 of the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Masterplan and the SRTS Need Assessment CIP. Improves pedestrian and student safety around schools. If not implemented, conditions will remain the same. Work will commence in FY 23 Funding Requirements FY 23 request: $160,000 General CIP Fund Page 5 of 12 12 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES QUITO ROAD SIDEWALK REHABILITATION GAP CLOSURE PHASE 2 Project Manager Macedonio Nunez Location Quito Road between Allendale Avenue to Quito Oaks Way Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background Funding Requirements This project provides sidewalk gap closure and handicap ramp installation on eastside of Quito Road between Allendale Avenue and Quito Oaks Way. This section of Quito Road is used by school children and pedestrians to access Marshall Lane Elementary School and Friendship Park. Work will commence in FY 23 FY 23 request: $300,000 General CIP Fund Page 6 of 12 13 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES TRAFFIC SIGNAL CONTROLLER UPGRADES Project Manager Macedonio Nunez Location Citywide Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background There is a total of 15 traffic signalized intersections in Saratoga. During the completed City-Wide Citywide Signal Upgrade Project - Phase II upgraded traffic signal adaptive system for the 6 signalized intersections on Saratoga Avenue, the City’s most traveled street. This completed project upgraded old traffic controllers with the required new controllers and software for coordination between traffic signalized intersections. This new project will upgrade the remaining 9 traffic signal intersection controllers. The City utilizes the Smart City Signals traffic management system to provide citywide traffic signal monitoring capabilities over cellular and cloud-based solutions. The system also serves as the network for traffic signal adaptive operations along the Saratoga Avenue-Fruitvale Avenue corridors. This proposed CIP will allow the City additional traffic surveillance opportunities. The new equipment will be viewable by City and Emergency Operations staff over the Smart City Signals cloud-based platform that in conjunction with recently installed battery-back up systems at traffic signals will allow for remote monitoring during power outages, incidents, and natural disaster events. Work will commence in FY 23 Funding Requirements FY 23 request: $80,000 General CIP Fund Page 7 of 12 14 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES HAKONE GARDENS NEIGHBOR WOOD FENCE REPLACEMENT Project Manager Kevin Meeks Location Hakone Gardens Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background This project will replace the existing rotting wood fence with a safe fence along the parking lot. If not done it will result in sporadic costly repairs and present safety concerns. Work will commence in FY 23 Funding Requirements FY 23 request: $75,000 Park In-Lieu Fund Page 8 of 12 15 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES QUARRY PARK MAINTENANCE BUILDING UTILITY PROJECT Project Manager Kevin Meeks Location Quarry Park Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background This project will fund the installation of electricity and water to the Quarry Park maintenance building. Provides for additional operational services as well as lighting for security and worker safety. Work will commence in FY 23 Funding Requirements FY 23 request: $35,000 Park In-Lieu Fund Page 9 of 12 16 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES VILLA OAKS BRIDGE RECONSTRUCTION AND EROSION CONTROL Project Manager Poh Yee Location Villa Oaks Bridge Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background Trail washes out each winter and is impassible and hazardous for trail users. The project will implement erosion control, construct a new pedestrian bridge and improve the trail. Work will commence in FY 23 Funding Requirements FY 23 request: $30,000 Park In-Lieu Fund Page 10 of 12 17 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES EL QUITO PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS Project Manager Shawn Gardner Location El Quito Park Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background This project creates two pickleball courts in El Quito Park in light of the high demand communicated to the Parks and Recreation Commission. The existing tennis courts were considered for dual use but were removed from consideration following resident feedback. Work will commence in FY 23 Funding Requirements FY 23 request: $154,299 Park In-Lieu Fund Page 11 of 12 18 NOMINATED PROJECT NARRATIVES HAKONE GARDENS TO QUARRY PARK TRAIL GAP CLOSURE - PHASE I DESIGN & ACQUISITION Project Manager Emma Burkhalter Location Hakone Gardens driveway on Highway 9 to Quarry Park Department Public Works Project No. TBD Description & Background Funding Requirements New trail segment in Hakone Gardens that will begin at the bottom of the Hakone Gardens driveway on Highway 9 and end at Quarry Park. See Segment 59 and 60 of the Trails and Walkways Master Plan, updated December 2021. Phase I of the project will complete design of the trail and acquisition of a required trail easement necessary to provide a pedestrian connection between two City parks, as requested by Saratoga’s Pedestrian, Equestrian and Bicycle Trails Advisory Committee. Work will commence in FY 23 FY 23 request: $50,000 Park In-Lieu Fund Page 12 of 12 19 REPORT TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION Meeting Date: April 13, 2022 Subject: Planning Commission Work Plan Address/APN: Citywide Owner / Applicant: City of Saratoga From: Debbie Pedro, Community Development Director STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Planning Commission discuss its priority work plan items for the coming year, and forward it to the City Council for input and direction at the Joint City Council Planning Commission Work Plan Study Session on May 4, 2022. No formal action is requested or may be made at a study session, but straw polls may be appropriate to indicate priorities. BACKGROUND: Each year, the Planning Commission discusses its potential Work Plan items for the coming year. The Council then reviews the items suggested in a joint session with the Commission or in another format, and provides input and direction regarding where the Commission should focus its efforts. Attachment 1 is a copy of the Commission’s 2021 Work Plan for reference. DISCUSSION: The Commission’s FY 22/23 Work Plan will focus on the following core priorities: Housing Element Update Continue work on the Housing Element Update. Every eight years, California municipalities must update their Housing Element, which is a required component of the General Plan. The Housing Element serves as a long-term blueprint for future housing development. In the Fall and Winter of 2021, the Planning Commission hosted a series of four community meetings to obtain public input on opportunity sites and policies that would further support housing to meet the RHNA targets and presented the recommendations to the City Council on December 14, 2021. In the coming months, staff will be incorporating Council’s direction into a preliminary draft of the Housing Element which is due to HCD in June, before the EIR is completed. The preliminary draft will be presented to both the Planning Commission and City Council before it is submitted to HCD for their initial review this summer.The deadline for jurisdictions to adopt the Housing Element update is January 31, 2023. 20 Report to the Planning Commission Work Plan Study Session April 13, 2022 Page | 2 General Plan Update. Continue work on the General Plan Update. In April 2018, the City began the process to refresh and make minor policy updates to three elements of the City’s General Plan (Land Use, Circulation, and Open Space & Conservation). The original timeline for Commission review of the draft documents was Winter 2020. Due to the substantial increase in the number of housing units that Saratoga will be required to plan for in the 6th cycle RHNA, the schedule of the General Plan 2040 update was revised so that it can be aligned with the Housing Element. In addition, Senate Bill 1035 requires the Safety Element to be reviewed and updated as necessary every eight years, at the same time as the Housing Element. The updated elements of the General Plan will be combined with the newly updated Housing Element and Safety Elment and existing Noise Element to comprise the Saratoga 2040 General Plan. Mixed Use and Multifamily Objective Design Standards Senate Bill 35 created a streamlined and ministerial approval process for qualifying housing projects and requires local jurisdictions to provide objective standards for the expedited review and approval of eligible projects. In addition, the City will be creating Mixed Use zoning districts as part of the Housing Element Update so the Objective Design Standards will provide applicants with a clear set of requirements for mixed-use and multi-family residential project design. SB 9 Ordinance On December 15, 2021, the City Council adopted an urgency ordinance to implement Senate Bill 9, which became effective January 1, 2022. SB 9 allows properties within a single-family residential zone to be developed with two units and be subdivided into two parcels. In addition, eligible SB 9 projects must be reviewed ministerially, without discretionary action or public comment. A comprehensive SB 9 ordinance to ensure that SB 9 projects are as compatible as possible with surrounding properties will be presented to the Planning Commission and City Council in the Spring of 2022. Other Items If the Commission feels that other items deserve its priority attention in this coming year, they should bring those items up for discussion at the Study Session. ATTACHMENT 1. 2021 Work Plan 21 Page 1 of 2 CITY OF SARATOGA Memorandum To: Mayor Zhao & Members of the City Council From: Debbie Pedro, Community Development Director Date: April 21, 2021 Subject: Planning Commission Work Plan – FY21/22 On April 13, 2021, the Planning Commission held a study session to discuss potential Work Plan items and proposes the following for 2021. Housing Element Update. Every eight years, California municipalities must update their Housing Element, which is a required component of the General Plan. Based on growth projections from the State Department of Finance, the Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) determines housing needs within each of the 18 regions in the State. The methodology for distributing the projected housing needs is led by the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG). According to ABAG’s draft allocation, Saratoga will need to identify how it will add more than 1,712 new housing units across a wide range of affordability levels that is expected to be built between 2023 and 2031. In the coming months, the Planning Commission will be holding study sessions with the community to develop policies and strategies to recommend to the City Council. The City will have to submit a draft Housing Element to the State for review with a deadline for adoption by January 2023. General Plan Update. Continue work on the General Plan Update. In April 2018, the City began the process to refresh and make minor policy updates to three elements of the City’s General Plan (Land Use, Circulation, and Open Space & Conservation). The original timeline for Commission review of the draft documents was Winter 2020. Due to the substantial increase in the number of housing units that Saratoga will be required to plan for in RHNA 6, the schedule of the General Plan 2040 update was revised so that it can be aligned with the Housing Element. SB35 Objective Standards Code Review. Senate Bill 35 created a streamlined and ministerial approval process for qualifying housing projects and requires local jurisdictions to provide objective standards for the expedited review and approval of eligible projects. The recent Quito Village development project underscores the importance for the City to clearly articulate objective development standards in the City Code. Staff will review Chapter 14 (Subdivisions) and Chapter 15 (Zoning Regulations) of the City Code and propose modifications to refine, strengthen, and add objective standards related to the implementation of SB35. 22 Page 2 of 2 PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBERSHIP AND DUTIES Name Term Ends Eligible for Reappointment Sunil Ahuja 3/31/23 No Clinton Brownley 3/31/22 Yes Jojo Choi 3/31/25 Yes Cheriel Jensen 3/31/22 Yes Anjali Kausar 3/31/23 Yes Razi Mohiuddin 3/31/25 No Herman Zheng 3/31/24 Yes Commission Duties/Purpose. CITY CODE 2‐15.030 POWERS & DUTIES The Planning Commission is hereby designated as the planning agency of the City, as described in Section 65100 of the Government Code, and shall exercise the functions of a planning agency as prescribed in Section 65101 of the Government Code. The Planning Commission shall also exercise the powers and perform the duties conferred upon it by this Code and assigned to it from time to time by the City Council. GOVERNMENT CODE 65100 There is in each city and county a planning agency with the powers necessary to carry out the purposes of this title. The legislative body of each city and county shall by ordinance assign the functions of the planning agency to a planning department, one or more planning commissions, administrative bodies or hearing officers, the legislative body itself, or any combination thereof, as it deems appropriate and necessary. In the absence of an assignment, the legislative body shall carry out all the functions of the planning agency. GOVERNMENT CODE 65101 (a) The legislative body may create one or more planning commissions each of which shall report directly to the legislative body. The legislative body shall specify the membership of the commission or commissions. In any event, each planning commission shall consist of at least five members, all of whom shall act in the public interest. If it creates more than one planning commission, the legislative body shall prescribe the issues, responsibilities, or geographic jurisdiction assigned to each commission. If a development project affects the jurisdiction of more than one planning commission, the legislative body shall designate the commission which shall hear the entire development project. (b) Two or more legislative bodies may: (1) Create a joint area planning agency, planning commission, or advisory agency for all or prescribed portions of their cities or counties which shall exercise those powers and perform those duties under this title that the legislative bodies delegate to it. (2) Authorize their planning agencies, or any components of them, to meet jointly to coordinate their work, conduct studies, develop plans, hold hearings, or jointly exercise any power or perform any duty common to them. 23