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City of Corona
Planning & Housing Commission Minutes
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
400 S. Vicentia Avenue
Corona, CA 92882
Commission Present: Matt Woody, Marie Vernon, Craig Siqueland, Sarah Longwell Commission Absent: Karen Alexander
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1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Commissioner Vernon led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Longwell called the meeting to order.
3. MEETING MINUTES
3.1 MINUTES - May 12, 2025
These minutes were approved.
Moved by: Craig Siqueland
Seconded by: Marie Vernon
Aye (4): Matt Woody, Marie Vernon, Craig Siqueland, and Sarah Longwell Absent (1): Karen Alexander
Motion APPROVED (4 to 0)
4. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
None.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
Item 5.1 was pulled for discussion by the Commission.
5.1 GPCD2025-0006
Commissioners had questions regarding this item, and staff provided clarification.
Moved by: Matt Woody
Seconded by: Craig Siqueland
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That the Planning and Housing Commission adopt Resolution No. 2668 and report to the City Council that the Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is consistent with the City of Corona 2020-2040 General Plan Goals and Policies.
Aye (4): Matt Woody, Marie Vernon, Craig Siqueland, and Sarah Longwell Absent (1): Karen Alexander
Motion APPROVED (4 to 0)
5.2 GPCD2025-0007
This item was approved.
Moved by: Craig Siqueland
Seconded by: Matt Woody
That the Planning and Housing Commission adopt Resolution No. 2669 determining that the transfer of property located north of the terminus of the Radio Road cul-de-sac to Caltrans is consistent with the City’s General Plan.
Aye (4): Matt Woody, Marie Vernon, Craig Siqueland, and Sarah Longwell Absent (1): Karen Alexander
Motion APPROVED (4 to 0)
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.1 CUPM2024-0002
Brendan Dalde, Associate Planner, reviewed the staff report and exhibits for CUPM2024-0002.
Discussion ensued between the Commission and staff regarding this item’s details.
Chair Longwell opened the public hearing.
Kerrigan Diehl, the applicant, addressed the Commission to thank staff and to request a revision to Planning Condition of Approval #14.
Chair Longwell closed the public hearing, and the Commission had no further comments.
Moved by: Craig Siqueland
Seconded by: Marie Vernon
That the Planning and Housing Commission find the project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15302(c), and adopt Resolution No. 2667, GRANTING CUPM2024-0002 based on the findings contained in the staff report and conditions of approval, with revised condition that: The temporary tower shall be removed from the property upon the expiration of CUPM2024-0002 or upon receiving a Building final for the permanent tower, whichever comes first. (Planning #14)
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Aye (4): Matt Woody, Marie Vernon, Craig Siqueland, and Sarah Longwell Absent (1): Karen Alexander
Motion APPROVED (4 to 0)
7. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None.
8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Joanne Coletta, Planning & Development Director, shared that the City Council directed staff to explore an 'Inclusionary Housing Ordinance'. This will entail retaining a consultant for an in-lieu fee study, as well as public outreach, and a future zoning code change that would come before the Planning and Housing Commission.
9. COMMISSIONERS' REPORTS AND COMMENTS
None.
10. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Future agenda items are to be determined.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Chair Longwell adjourned the meeting at 6:27 p.m. to the Planning and Housing Commission meeting of Monday, June 9, 2025, commencing at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.
DATE: 06/18/2025
TO: Honorable City Council Members
FROM: Mayor Steiner
2025-249
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBJECT:
APPOINTMENT TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Historic Preservation Board is a newly established advisory body. Applications for appointments were submitted to the Office of the City Clerk and reviewed by the City Council.
I will announce my appointment at the June 18, 2025, City Council meeting. The appointment will become effective after the live scan clearance and the Oath is administered by the City Clerk.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
That the City Council approve the appointment to the Historic Preservation Board.
DATE: 06/18/2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Council Member Speake
2025-250
REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBJECT:
APPOINTMENT TO THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION BOARD
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Historic Preservation Board is a newly established advisory body. Applications for appointments were submitted to the Office of the City Clerk and reviewed by the City Council.
I will announce my appointment at the June 18, 2025, City Council meeting. The appointment will become effective after the live scan clearance and the Oath is administered by the City Clerk.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
That the City Council approve the appointment to the Historic Preservation Board.
Future Agenda Item Request Form
Future agenda items should be limited to new issues that emerge during the year that are urgent and cannot wait until the next priority-setting session of the Council before requiring action.
Name: Tom Richins
Date: 6-10-2025
Title Name/Topic: Save the Corona Clock
Background
1. What is the purpose for the request i.e. what you are trying to achieve or do? Use general funds to refurbish and preserve Corona’s clock
2. What is the scope of the work you wish to see done?
Complete restoration of the clock and then place it in a position of prominence. Preferable near 6th and Main
3. Does this request align with the City’s Strategic Plan? How? Yes, the preservation of the clock aligns with every aspect of the City’s Strategi plan
4. What is the desired timeline to have the issue considered by Council? Within a reasonable amount of time. I think the city is already preparing to restore the clock, just would like to make it an official council approved activity.
5. Is the issue urgent requiring action before the next priority setting session of Council (Spring Workshop)? The issue is not urgent.
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Staff Section (To be completed by staff)
Approximate Staff Time Required: ____ Hours
Approximate Cost: $ ____
Future Agenda Item Request Form
Future agenda items should be limited to new issues that emerge during the course of the year that are urgent and cannot wait until the next priority setting session of the Council before requiring action.
Name: Wes Speake; Tom Richins
Date: 6/10/2025
Title Name/Topic: Letter of Support for the Corona Heritage Foundation for the National Register Nomination of Corona Foothill Ranch
Background
1. What is the purpose of the request, i.e., what are you trying to achieve or do? Seeking the Council’s support to provide the Corona Heritage Foundation with a Letter of Support for this nomination opportunity.
2. What is the scope of work you wish to see done?
Letter of support / Council endorsement
3. Does this request align with the City’s Strategic Plan? How? Yes, this request aligns with the City’s strategic goals of sense of place by celebrating the city’s rich heritage and building community.
4. What is the desired timeline to have the issue considered by Council? June 18, 2025
5. Is the issue urgent, requiring action before the next priority setting session of Council (Fall/Spring Workshop)?
Yes
Staff Section (To be completed by staff)
Approximate Staff Time Required: __1.5__ Hours
Approximate Cost: $ __$130__