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r- Commissioner Sullivan stated that he is concerned about extending Railroad Avenue to Ray Street and the potential of losing buildings in this area. Commissioner Sullivan voiced concern about emissions and cars on First Street, and advised that he supports the alternative transportation measures in the Specific Plan on page 36, and he would like to see some active work on making these happen and getting some viable alternative transportation Downtown. Commissioner Arkin stated that, in general, he is very supportive of the Specific Plan, he noted that he likes the idea of the mini plazas. In response to discussion regarding the funding for the train, Commissioner Arkin stated that the Specific Plan provides policies that are not necessarily funded. Commissioner Sullivan advised that he supports the EIR mitigation for the tree preservation, and he would like to add that a contribution be made to the Urban Forestry Fund for the value of any of those trees and other heritage trees that are removed. The Planning Commission agreed to hold the public hearing on the Specific Plan at the December 12 meeting or other future meeting, depending on when the Final EIR is completed. The Planning Commission recessed for a break at II :40 p.m. r- Chairperson Maas reconvened the meeting at 11 :45 p.m. b. PRZ-I0, City of Pleasant on Review of the draft Historic Preservation Ordinance and recommendations for establishing a future historic preservation task force. The Planning Commission will also consider the negative declaration prepared for the project. The Planning Commission agreed to hear staffs presentation on this item, take public testimony, provide comments and questions to staff, and to bring this matter back for action with the Downtown Specific Plan at an upcoming meeting. Wayne Rasmussen introduced the Historic Preservation Ordinance Task Force Chairperson, Bonnie Shamblin, who introduced members of the Task Force, described the appointment of the Task Force, the process followed by the Task Force and its primary goals. Bruce Judd and Bridget Maley of Architectural Resources Group commented on the development of the historic preservation ordinance and provided a slide presentation about historic resources. Mr. Rasmussen presented the staff report, describing the primary elements of the Ordinance, the proposal for a future historic preservation task force, and the provision for a comprehensive preservation incentive program. r PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES November 28,2001 Page 14