PLANNING COMMISSION - Jul 01, 2025 (Agenda)

4938-1327-1120 v4 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY TUESDAY, JULY 1, 2025 @ 6:00 PM VIDEO CONFERENCE/IN PERSON 21000 HACIENDA BLVD., CALIFORNIA CITY, CA 93505 If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the planning department at (760) 373-7141 or via email at planning@californiacity-ca.gov. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the city to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 American Disabilities Act Title II). Zoom 1. Public may join Planning Commission Meeting live via Zoom: • https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87436332713 • Meeting ID: 874 3633 2713 2. Public can dial into the Zoom line: • One tap mobile: +16694449171,87436332713# US • Dial the following number and enter the meeting ID: 874 3633 2713 Granicus 1. Agenda can be viewed via Granicus: https://californiacity.granicus.com/viewpublisher?view_id=1 2. Public may eComment on agenda items via Granicus https://www.californiacity-ca.gov/CC/images/Ecomment_Instruction_Guide_2020.pdf City Website 1. Agenda can be viewed on the City’s website. 2. Recording of this meeting will be made available on the City’s website. LATE COMMUNICATIONS: Following the posting of the agenda, any emails, writings, or documents that the public would like to submit to the Commission must be received by the Secretary no later than 3:00 p.m. the day prior to the scheduled meeting.

4938-1327-1120 v4 Public is urged to listen to the meeting in a quiet place, to avoid background noise. We also request the public MUTE your audio device when not commenting to avoid disruption during the meeting. **At this time, please take a moment to turn off your cell phones** CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION ROLL CALL Commissioner Brottlund Commissioner Cantrell Commissioner Clark Commissioner Coleman Commissioner Marsh APPOINTMENT OF CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR ADOPT AGENDA Adopt Agenda: July 1, 2025. DISCLOSURE OF SITE VISITS AND EX-PARTE CONTACTS Disclosure by Commissioners of site visits and ex-parte contact for items on the agenda. PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR This portion of the meeting is reserved for the public to address the Planning Commission on any matter not on the agenda and over which the Planning Commission has jurisdiction. Comments are to be limited to three (3) minutes. The Planning Commission will receive the comments but cannot engage in back-and-forth discussion with the public or make any decision. The Planning Commission may direct staff to bring the item back to a future agenda for discussion. CONSENT CALENDAR CC 1: Approve meeting minutes 08/06/2024. DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion items typically involve preliminary discussions of topics of significance and provide an opportunity for open dialogue with the Planning Commission and members of the community. No formal action occurs during Discussion Item reviews. These discussions may result in recommendations for City Council consideration. 1. Discussion Item: Staff proposed rezoning of 11 parcels APN; 210-290-08,09,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18 located at the intersection of South loop Blvd and California City Blvd, California City. INFORMATION ITEMS 1. Housing element – Staff will provide an update to the Commission on the status of the Housing Element, correspondence with HCD and next steps. 2. General Plan Update RFP Status – Staff will provide an update to the Commission on the status of the General Plan 2028 Request For Proposal.

4938-1327-1120 v4 PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS NONE DEPARTMENT REPORT COMMISSIONER COMMENTS This portion of the meeting is reserved for Planning Commissioners to present information, announcements and items that have come to their attention. Short staff responses may be appropriate. The Planning Commission will take no formal action. A Planning Commissioner may request to calendar an item for consideration at a future meeting or refer an item to staff. Commissioner Brottlund Commissioner Cantrell Commissioner Clark Commissioner Coleman Commissioner Marsh ADJOURNMENT AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING: This agenda was posted on all official City bulletin boards, the City’s website and agenda packets were completely accessible to the public at City Hall at least 72 hours (for special meetings 24 hours), prior to the Planning Commission Meeting. Planning Department

CALL TO ORDER CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES 21000 Hacienda Blvd, California City, CA 93505 Tuesday, August 6, 2024 Chair Dunham called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM PLEDGE O F ALLEGIANCE/INVOCATION Pledge of Allegiance: Vice Chair Cantrell Invocation: Chair Dunham ROLL CALL Present: Saavedra, Fair, Cantrell, Dunham ADOPTION OF AGENDA Adopt Agenda: Motion by: Vice Chair Cantrell Second by: Commissioner Saavedra VOTE: 4 Yes 0 Nays Abstain 1Absent Saavedra· x Fair x Brottlund x Cantrell x Dunham x PLANNING SECRETARY REPORTS/LATE COMMUNICATIONS Set of documents from DJ. Twohig DISCLOSURE OF SITE VISITS AND EX-PARTE CONTACTS Saavedra, Fair, Cantrell None Dunham: Alright. And, so I, have been by a property on North Loop that is a tiny home. Mr. Barragan: Excuse me Chair Just point of clarity. You mentioned that you went to visit a tiny home on North Loop Blvd? Dunham: I just drove by to see what a small home. Excuse me. A tiny home just to see what it looks like. PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR None DISCUSSION ITEMS None PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS PH 1: Applicability of SB9 to California City •Chair Dunham, So the information before us is to decide simply the applicability of SB9 to California City. • Vice Chair Cantrell, I just have a simple question. You made a legal rule ruling on behalf of the, City of California City that this was not applicable to the city. Correct? Motion Carried

Motion by: Vice Chair Cantrell Second by: Commissioner Saavedra VOTE: 4 Yes 0 Nays Abstain 1Absent Saavedra x Fair x Brottlund x Cantrell x Dunham x PH 2: Amendment of the R-THO Overlay Zone • Vice Chair Cantrell: Question, how does all the ordinances and laws pertain to pre-engineering? • Mr. Barragan:I guess the thought was, somebody wants to build tiny homes and wants to be able to come on the weekends and bring their off-road vehicles. • Commissioner Fair: Trying to address two separate issues with the amendment to this particular ordinance, and I understand that. I have no great concern with the garage size being expanded. • Chair Dunham: And, for everyone else’s edification to, we're going to focus on the issues at hand. • Commissioner Saavedra:I'm okay with the square footage of the garage. I am okay with rezoning the SDI tracks for tiny homes. Motion by: Vice Chair Cantrell Second by: Commissioner Saavedra VOTE: 4 Yes 0 Nays Abstain 1Absent Saavedra x Fair x Brottlund x Cantrell x Dunham x STAFF COM M E NTS City Attorney Karen – I will look into this. *Grainy Audible Video* Commissioner C o m m e n t s Saavedra None Fair None Cantrell None Dunham July 2nd, one of our citizens raised the question if they can vote on the Vice Chair and Chair positions? Motion Carried Motion Carried

DISCUSSION ITEM-1 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM July 1, 2025 TO: Planning Commissioners Subject: Proposed Rezoning of 11 Parcels to C4 (Service Commercial) Prepared by: Joe Barragan Public Works Director & Anu Doravari, Planning Consultant _________________________________________________________________________ I. Purpose Staff is proposing a zoning change for eleven (11) parcels situated within a residential corridor at the intersection of South Loop Boulevard and California City Boulevard. The proposal seeks to rezone these parcels from their current designations—R1 (One Family Residential, Medium Density) and RM1 (Multifamily Residential District, High Density)—to C4 (Service Commercial District). This report outlines the justification, anticipated benefits, and planning context for the proposed rezoning. II. Background The parcels under consideration are currently zoned for residential uses, specifically R1 and RM1. This corridor is characterized by a high concentration of residential zones with limited access to commercial amenities and services. The City’s General Plan emphasizes the importance of economic development and the creation of a diverse corridor to promote sustainable urban growth and improved quality of life.

Figure 1: Land Use Map Figure 2: Aerial Map III. About the C4 (Service Commercial) District The C4 (Service Commercial) zone is intended to accommodate a broad spectrum of commercial activities, including retail, office, service, and entertainment uses. As specified in the California City APN Current Zoning Proposed Zoning 210-290-08,09,10 & 11 RM1 C4 210-290-16,17 &18 RM1 C4 210-290-12,13,14,15 R1 C4

Municipal Code, Title 9, Chapter 2, Article 18, the C4 zone also permits all uses allowed in the C1 (Neighborhood Commercial), C2 (Community Commercial), and C3 (Commercial Office) zones. This provides significant flexibility for future development and a wide range of business opportunities. IV. Rationale for Rezoning 1. Economic Development • Job Creation: Rezoning to C4 will attract new commercial businesses, generating employment opportunities for local residents. • Business Attraction: The expanded range of permitted uses will encourage investment and support local entrepreneurship. 2. Diversification of Land Use • Diverse-Use Potential: The C4 zone supports a blend of commercial and residential uses, fostering a more vibrant and walkable corridor. • Community Resilience: Diversified land use can help buffer the area against economic fluctuations. 3. Increased Municipal Revenue • Tax Base Expansion: New commercial development will increase property and sales tax revenues, supporting essential city services and infrastructure. 4. Enhanced Quality of Life • Access to Amenities: Residents will benefit from improved access to retail, services, and entertainment within their neighborhood. • Public Realm Improvements: Quality commercial development can enhance streetscapes and promote pedestrian activity. 5. Flexibility and Adaptability • Comprehensive Commercial Uses: By including all uses permitted in C1, C2, and C3, the C4 zone offers maximum adaptability to market trends and community needs. • Streamlined Development: Reduces the need for future zone changes as the corridor evolves. 6. Alignment with City Goals • General Plan Consistency: Supports city objectives for economic vitality, employment, and attractive diverse-use neighborhoods. • Catalyst for Revitalization: Rezoning can stimulate private investment and redevelopment of underutilized parcels. V. Summary Table: C4 Zone Coverage Zone Typical Permitted Uses Included in C4? C1 Neighborhood retail, small offices, personal services Yes

Zone Typical Permitted Uses Included in C4? C2 Community retail, restaurants, offices, limited entertainment Yes C3 General commercial, larger retail, auto services, some light industrial Yes C4 All above, plus additional service commercial uses N/A VI. Conclusion Rezoning these 11 parcels from R1 and RM1 to C4 (Service Commercial District) will: • Stimulate economic development, • Diversify land use in a predominantly residential corridor, • Increase city revenues, • Enhance the quality of life for residents, and • Provide the greatest flexibility for future commercial and diverse-use development. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission discuss the proposed rezoning and provide direction for next steps.

INFORMATION ITEM-1 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM July 1, 2025 TO: Planning Commissioners FROM: Anu Doravari, Consultant Planner Report: Housing Element Revision Status & Rezoning Coordination Prepared by: Anu Doravari, Planning Consultant Subject: Status of Housing Element Revisions and Coordination for Required Rezoning Background The City of California City is in the process of finalizing its 6th Cycle Housing Element for the 2023–2031 planning period. As required by State Housing Element Law, jurisdictions must identify adequate sites for housing to accommodate their Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) and, if necessary, rezone sites to comply with density and affordability criteria. Rezoning Requirements and Next Steps Following confirmation from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) that the proposed revisions to the Housing Element adequately address prior comments, staff will coordinate the process for required rezoning actions. These rezoning are necessary to implement the Housing Element and ensure compliance with State law. Key Considerations:  The rezoning process must occur concurrently with the adoption of the Housing Element, as per Government Code § 65583.2(c).  Rezoning assistance is not currently included in the consultant's scope of work, but staff is exploring the reallocation of existing project funds to support this task as needed.  City staff will present a rezoning strategy to both the Planning Commission and the City Council for discussion and direction, aligning it with the Housing Element adoption timeline.

Conclusion The City remains committed to achieving full compliance with State housing law. Final adoption of the Housing Element, along with the completion of required rezoning, will place California City in good standing with HCD, preserve eligibility for State housing grants, and help meet long-term housing goals. Planning staff will provide further updates as soon as HCD confirmation is received.

4913-6836-9233 v1 INFORMATION ITEM-2 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM July 1, 2025 TO: Planning Commissioners Subject: General Plan Update – RFP Status and Deadline Extension Prepared by: Anu Doravari, Planning Consultant Background The City’s existing General Plan was last comprehensively updated over two decades ago. To ensure it remains legally defensible, internally consistent, and responsive to evolving conditions, the City is targeting completion of the update by 2028. This timeline supports continued compliance with:  Government Code Section 65300 et seq.  New mandates for Environmental Justice, Climate Adaptation, and Wildfire Safety  CEQA integration via a Program Environmental Impact Report (EIR) On May 1, 2025, the City of California City released a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking a qualified consultant to prepare a comprehensive update to the City’s General Plan. The intent of the update is to modernize all required General Plan elements in alignment with current state mandates, recent Housing Element certification, and evolving community needs. The RFP also includes preparation of a Programmatic Environmental Impact Report (EIR) pursuant to CEQA, and a robust community engagement process. Current Status The original deadline for consultants to submit proposals is July 1, 2025. However, the City has not received any submissions to date, nor were any formal expressions of interest submitted during the posting period. This limited response may be due to a combination of factors, including timing, regional consultant workload, and competing summer project cycles that have impacted consultant availability. Next Steps In response, staff will be extending the proposal deadline to August 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM (PST). The RFP remains unchanged in terms of scope and deliverables. Staff is initiating a second round of outreach, including:  Direct follow-up with firms that previously worked in the region

4913-6836-9233 v1  Targeted notices to California APA consultant directories  Reposting via municipal planning networks and listservs We anticipate that this additional outreach and time will generate meaningful interest from qualified firms. Tentative Updated Timeline Milestone Revised Date RFP Release May 1, 2025 Original Proposal Deadline July 1, 2025 Extended Proposal Deadline August 1, 2025 Consultant Interviews Week of August 12, 2025 Council Recommendation August 28, 2025 (tent.) Contract Award Early September 2025 Project Kick-off September 2025 Recommendation / Request This item is informational only. Staff will provide a further update following the close of the extended deadline. Planning Commissioners are encouraged to help share the RFP within their professional networks if possible. The RFP is available at: https://www.californiacity-ca.gov/CC/images/GP-RFP-Final.pdf

DEPARTMENT REPORT PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM July 1, 2025 TO: Planning Commissioners FROM: Anu Doravari, Consultant Planner SUBJECT: PLANNING MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT Report Overview This report includes the following sections: A. Active Planning Projects under Review and Upcoming Projects B. Planning Department Updates C. Financial Report for May 2025 A. Active Planning Projects under Review Project Code Project Name/Description Project Type Location Status SPR 25-05 Major IWVGA Pipeline Pipeline/Infrastructure 50 miles Engineering review and discussions underway. Environmental Documents pending submission. CalCity Substation by SCE Substation project 115KV (Refer Figure 1) Expansion around existing SCE Substation infrastructure Engineering Review underway CUP 25- 03 Emergency Communications Tower Public Infrastructure Galileo Hill Application received and is under review

B. Planning Department Updates 1. General Plan Update: The City’s General Plan, which serves as the long-term blueprint for growth, development, and community priorities, is scheduled to expire in 2028. In preparation for this, the City is in the early stages of developing a comprehensive Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit qualified consultants to assist in updating the Plan. The RFP was released to the public on May 1 at 12 p.m. and is set to expire on July 1 at 5 p.m. 2. Housing Element: The City is now accepting public comments on the Second Draft Housing Element, which was posted on the City’s website on June 18, 2025. The public comment period will remain open for 30 days, through July 18, 2025. While the comment period will close at the end of that period, the document will remain available on the City’s website indefinitely to ensure continued public access. 3. Planning Commission Onboarding City staff conducted on boarding sessions with four newly appointed Planning Commissioners, covering key roles, responsibilities, and procedures. Commissioners are also scheduled to attend a Brown Act training seminar with the City Attorney later this week. Regular Planning Commission meetings are expected to begin starting July 1, 2025.

C. Financial Report – April 2025 This section details the financial report for May 2025, highlighting revenue, expenses, and notable financial activities or changes.