Isabella Vanderheiden / Friday, July 7, 2023 @ 10:54 a.m. / Agendizer
Too Many Weed Shops in Eureka? Apparently Not! Planning Commissioners Will Take a Look at Three Permit Requests for New Cannabis Dispensaries During Next Week’s Meeting
The Eureka Planning Commission is in store for a doozy of an agenda in the coming week. The commission will consider permit requests from not one, not two, but three entities wishing to open cannabis dispensaries in our fair city. Commissioners will also take a look at the draft Waterfront Eureka Plan and consider a request to declare a little slice of city-owned waterfront property as surplus.
Let’s take a look at that agenda!
Lots of Weed Dispensaries En Route
We hear a lot about the collapse of the legal cannabis industry, but the folks actually selling the weed directly to consumers must be doing halfway decently since there are at least a dozen dispensaries operating solely in Eureka. Do we really need more pot shops? Some folks seem to think so!
Photo: City of Eureka
One applicant, Tashina Benson, is seeking a conditional use permit and a coastal use development permit to convert an existing portion of the commercial building housing Gold Rush Coffee into – you guessed it! – a cannabis dispensary. If approved by commissioners, Green Rush Cannabis will take over the walk-in lobby and service counter for Gold Rush Coffee.
There won’t be any changes to the existing footprint or height of the building, but the applicant has proposed a number of interior improvements, including the construction of a wall separating the two businesses. “Patrons of the cannabis dispensary will not have access to the coffee portion of the building and patrons of the coffee drive-through will not have access to the cannabis portion of the building,” according to the staff report.
If approved, the applicant will also modify the retail space to meet requirements for security and odor control, including the installation of several security cameras, an alarm system and an air purifier. A security guard will be hired to check IDs and keep out disruptive individuals during the hours of operation, between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. and 9 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Another applicant — Element 7, a dispensary chain with eight locations across California, including one in Rio Dell — is applying for a conditional use permit and a coastal use development permit to operate a cannabis dispensary in the ex-Subway location next to BevMo! on Broadway.
Photo: City of Eureka
The 1,500-square-foot space, once home to the beloved Cold Cut Trio®, will be remodeled slightly to accommodate glass cases displaying a wide range of weed-infused goodies and accessories. The exterior of the retail space will be modified slightly to include the business’ signage.
“The retail store will be open for delivery and dispensary operations daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.,” according to the staff report. “They estimate having between five and seven employees, with two for delivery, one for packaging /dispatch, one security guard, one inventory/compliance manager, and one general manager. Deliveries from wholesale distributors will range from two-three per week and deliveries to customers will be approximately 25-40 per day.”
Photo: City of Eureka
Kuda Bros Distro, LLC, is applying for a conditional use permit to operate a small dispensary in the so-called Hinge Industrial District along Highway 101, next to the former location of Dick Taylor Craft Chocolates. The applicant is also applying to manufacture cannabis without chemical extraction, which falls under General Cannabis Use, the staff report states, but that matter will not be considered by the commission.
“Only the interior of the structure will be modified; the exterior will not be modified other than signage, and the applicant is in the process of applying for an administrative sign permit,” the report states. “There will be … a total of 9-10 employees covering the distribution, manufacturing, and retail cannabis store.”
Surplus Declaration for Clarke Annex
The planning commission will consider a request from the City of Eureka to declare the Clarke Historical Museum Annex, also known as Nealis Hall, as surplus property to facilitate the transfer of the property to the museum, which has leased the site for decades.
“The City is pursuing this surplus because the City can no longer afford the maintenance costs associated with the property after reviewing the Facility Master Plan that was recently completed,” the staff report states. “Public use of other City-owned facilities has to be prioritized within the City’s financial capacity.”
To transfer ownership of the property, the city is required to “notice the availability of the land for open space purposes … to the State Resources Agency and to any city or county park or recreation department and any regional park authority having jurisdiction within the area in which the land is situated,” pursuant to the California Surplus Land Act. If no one responds to the notice within 60 days, or if the city cannot come to a good-faith agreement within 90 days, the city has the discretion to sell or lease to an entity of its choosing.
The planning commission considered a request to surplus the land back in March, but it was pulled from the agenda after the Clarke Historical Museum issued a call to action via social media to save the museum, seemingly due to a misunderstanding of the item’s intent. Even so, the requirements of the Surplus Land Act have been fulfilled, according to staff, and the city can now move forward with transferring the property to the museum.
“Ultimately, it will be up to the City Council to negotiate the terms and determine what best serves the interest of the community,” the staff report notes. “Since the City first put this matter on the Planning Commission’s agenda in March, City Staff have met with representatives of the Clarke Historical Museum and the museum board has voted in favor of the City moving ahead with the surplus process.”
Vacant Lot at First and C Streets
The planning commission will consider a separate request to surplus a small slice of land at the corner of First and C Streets, south of the Fisherman’s Terminal and Jack’s Seafood, to make way for mixed-use development.
The city has received interest in developing the 0.16-acre vacant parcel, known as the Carriage Property, to accommodate the interested party’s businesses offices and mixed-use development, which would likely include affordable housing.
Photo: City of Eureka
But before the city can sell the property, it must go through the requirements outlined in the Surplus Land Act, as outlined above. In this case, “the city must first notice the availability of the property for open space and affordable housing purposes,” wait 60 days and negotiate an agreement with an entity interested in using the property “for open space and/or affordable housing purposes” within 90 days. If there is no response to the notice or if the city does not come to an agreement with an interested party, the city has the discretion to sell or lease the property to someone else.
“Given the site is zoned Waterfront Commercial (CW) under the City’s certified Local Coastal Program, and housing is only allowed above the ground floor in the CW zone, any affordable housing would need to be part of a mixed-use project containing a permitted ground floor use, such as a coastal-dependent, coastal-related, visitor-serving, or public or commercial recreational use (which are all prioritized in the CW zone),” the staff report notes.
Ultimately, it will be up to the city council to represent the community’s interests in the matter and negotiate terms.
Photo: City of Eureka
Draft Waterfront Eureka Plan
The planning commission will also take a look at the draft Waterfront Eureka Plan (WEP), a roadmap that will guide the development and redevelopment of the city’s central waterfront by facilitating the creation of new mixed-use development and housing on vacant and underutilized sites. The WEP will encompass three key areas: Old Town, the city’s commercial bayfront and the Library District.
“The City intends to use the information collected for the WEP to inform and facilitate the ongoing comprehensive [Local coastal Plan] LCP update, and to eventually incorporate the land use and development standards from the WEP into the LCP,” the staff report states. “Given that the LCP update is anticipated, and an LCP amendment will be necessary to implement the WEP, the WEP does not need to be fully consistent with the currently certified LCP at this time. However, the WEP must be fully in conformance with the California Coastal Act and the 2040 General Plan.”
The city released the draft WEP for public review at the end of May. Comments on the document can be submitted here or made during the planning commission’s meeting on Monday. The public review period is expected to close on Aug. 11 to provide staff with ample time to incorporate any necessary changes to the Final WEP.
Staff will present the final document, as well as the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Streamlining Work Plan and Consistency Analysis, to the planning commission at a noticed public hearing in September. The city council will review the document in October. The public hearings will provide additional opportunities to comment on the final documents.
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All that and much more — including further analysis and creative interpretations of the agenda from Gennie the LoCOBot — can be found below! The Eureka Planning Commission meets on Monday, July 10, at 5:30 p.m. in Eureka City Hall- 531 K Street, Eureka. Remote viewing instructions can be found at this link.
Eureka Planning Commission
July 10, 2023, 5:30 p.m.
A. ROLL CALL
B. SALUTE TO THE FLAG
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
DOCUMENTS:
D. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS - CONTINUED
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NEW
1. Element 7 Cannabis Retail Facility Location: 1628 Broadway (AKA 1626 Broadway); APN: 003-171-014 Project: Conditional Use Permit (CUP-22-0005) and Coastal Development Permit (CDP-22-0006
Element 7, a cannabis retail facility, is applying for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and Coastal Development Permit (CDP) for a location on Broadway Street. They plan to remodel the interior of a vacant storefront in a strip mall and operate daily from 9 am to 9 pm. The project has been found to be consistent with zoning regulations and has minimal impact on the surrounding area. The project is exempt from environmental assessments and has followed proper public notification procedures. Staff has recommended approving the permits with conditions.
— LoCOBot
… or, as an Elizabethan sonnet!
In this fair city of Eureka doth reside,
A project seeking approval from the land,
A cannabis retail facility is espied,
A Conditional Use Permit doth it demand.
The Element 7, a retailer of weed,
Seeks to make its home in Broadway’s realm,
A space once filled with Subway’s daily feed,
Now transformed to sell cannabis’s helm.
No changes to the exterior be made,
Only the interior shall be renewed,
And delivery and dispensary shall pervade,
To serve customers with cannabis accrued.
With conditions set and approvals sought,
This project shall bring Eureka a new thought.
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
2. Kuda Cannabis Retail Facility Location: 12 W 4th Street; APN: 001-023-005 Projects: Conditional Use Permit CUP-23-0003
The Planning Commission is considering a proposal for a cannabis retail facility called Kuda Cannabis. The applicant, Max Petras, wants to operate a small cannabis store in an existing building. The building is located on 12 W 4th Street and is currently licensed for general cannabis use. The applicant is also applying for cannabis manufacturing, but that is not part of this permit. The project does not require any major changes to the building and will not have any impact on the surrounding area. The staff recommends holding a public hearing and approving the permit with some conditions. The project is in line with the city’s plans and regulations and will not have any negative impact on public health and safety.
— LoCOBot
Kuda Cannabis Retail Facility Recipe
Ingredients:
- Property located at 12 W 4th Street
- Conditional Use Permit (CUP-23-0003)
- Applicant: Max Petras (DBA Kuda Bros Distro, LLC)
- Property Owner: David Mulhern
- Purpose/Use: Cannabis Retail
- General Plan: LI – Light Industrial
- Zoning: HN – Hinge Industrial
- CEQA: Exempt under §15301, Class 1 Existing Facilities
- Staff Contact: Lisa Savage, Senior Planner
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Planning Commission by scheduling a Public Hearing on July 10, 2023.
2. Combine the property located at 12 W 4th Street, the Conditional Use Permit (CUP-23-0003), and the applicant Max Petras (DBA Kuda Bros Distro, LLC) in a staff report.
3. Add the property owner David Mulhern to the mix.
4. Stir in the purpose of the project, which is to operate a small cannabis retail store within an existing building.
5. Ensure that the General Plan and Zoning Code are consistent with the proposed use.
6. Verify that the site is suitable for the size, design, and operating characteristics of the cannabis retail store.
7. Confirm that the proposed use will be compatible with existing and planned land uses in the surrounding area.
8. Make sure that the proposed use will not have any detrimental effects on public health, safety, and welfare.
9. Check that the location is properly served by existing services and infrastructure.
10. Determine if the project is exempt from CEQA under §15301, Class 1 Existing Facilities.
11. Garnish the staff contact information with Lisa Savage’s name, contact details, and address.
12. Serve the Planning Commission with a recommendation to hold a Public Hearing, adopt a resolution finding the project exempt from CEQA, and approve it with conditions.
13. Finally, have a motion stating, “I move the Planning Commission adopt a resolution finding the project is exempt from CEQA and conditionally approving a Conditional Use Permit for the Kuda Cannabis Retail Facility at 12 W 4th Street.”
Note: The attached documents include the Planning Commission Resolution 2023-00xx for reference.
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
3. Green Rush Cannabis Retail Facility Location: 2742 Broadway; APN: 007-121-003
‘Tashina Benson is applying for a Conditional Use Permit and Coastal Development Permit to turn a section of a commercial building into a cannabis retail store called Green Rush Cannabis. The building is located on Broadway and is zoned for commercial use. The proposal includes separating the cannabis store from an existing coffee shop in the building, with a new door installed for employees to access a restroom. Security measures will be put in place, including cameras and an alarm system. The store will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays and until 9 p.m. on weekends. The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The public will have a chance to provide feedback in a public hearing. The staff recommends approving the project with conditions.
— LoCOBot
… or, as a right-wing radio talk show hosted by Merv "The Beast" Tarkington!
Welcome to Merv “The Beast” Tarkington’s right-wing radio talk show, where we tackle the issues that matter to conservatives in America. Today, we’re diving into a controversial topic that is causing a stir in our community - the Green Rush Cannabis Retail Facility.
The Planning Commission Staff Report has revealed some concerning information surrounding this proposed facility. Tashina Benson, the applicant and property owner, is seeking approval for a Conditional Use Permit and a Coastal Development Permit to convert an existing commercial building into a retail cannabis dispensary. This facility would be located at 2742 Broadway, in the General Service Commercial (GSC) zone district.
The report states that the proposed cannabis retail use is permitted within the zoning requirements. However, this raises several red flags for conservatives who value community safety and well-being. We should be concerned about the potential consequences of allowing a marijuana dispensary to operate in close proximity to businesses and residential areas.
One of the primary concerns is the potential increase in criminal activity. Studies have shown that areas with marijuana dispensaries experience higher rates of property crimes, such as theft and burglary. Additionally, the presence of a cannabis dispensary can attract individuals with substance abuse issues, further exacerbating social and criminal problems in the community.
Furthermore, the report mentions the need for additional security measures, such as security cameras and alarm systems. This indicates a recognition by the Planning Commission of the increased risks associated with this type of facility. It’s clear that there are valid concerns over safety and security that need to be thoroughly addressed before approving such a project.
Another issue we need to consider is the impact on the surrounding area. The facility is located in an area that is at risk of tsunami inundation. While the report claims that a “Tsunami Safety Plan” will be implemented, we must question whether this is adequate to protect the lives and property of those in the vicinity. We cannot overlook the potential danger posed by this location and the need for a more thorough evaluation of the risks involved.
In conclusion, it is evident that the proposed Green Rush Cannabis Retail Facility raises significant concerns for conservatives. The potential for increased criminal activity, the impact on the surrounding community, and the risks associated with the location all call for a careful reassessment of this project. We must prioritize the safety and well-being of our community above all else, and that means taking a closer look at the potential consequences of allowing this facility to operate. Stay tuned as we continue to investigate this issue and fight for the values that matter to conservatives.
— LoCOBot
4. Modification of Sorrel Leaf Healing Center Conditional Use Permit and Design Review Location: 124 Indianola Road; APN: 402-161-005 Projects: Modification of Conditional Use Permit CUP-22-0006 (MOD 23-0001) and Modification
This report discusses proposed modifications to the Sorrel Leaf Healing Center, a mental health crisis facility. The modification includes providing temporary residential stays and outpatient therapy for children aged 7 to 18. The project is located at 124 Indianola Road and is subject to a Conditional Use Permit and Design Review. The applicant is requesting changes to the facility’s operations, as well as modifications to the existing buildings and parking. The project has already received approval from the Coastal Commission and is seeking local discretionary approvals. The report concludes that the proposed modifications are in compliance with the General Plan, Zoning Code, and Local Coastal Program, and recommends approval of the project.
— LoCOBot
… or, as an episode of Scooby Doo!
Title: Scooby-Doo and the Sorrel Leaf Mystery
INT. MYSTERY MACHINE - DAY
The gang, consisting of Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, and Fred, are driving in the Mystery Machine.
VELMA
According to this newspaper article, there have been some strange things happening at the Sorrel Leaf Healing Center. They recently got approval for a modification to their conditional use permit and design review, but there are rumors of paranormal activity.
DAPHNE
That sounds like a mystery we need to investigate!
They arrive at the Sorrel Leaf Healing Center and meet Millisa Smith, the Assistant Planner.
MELISSA
Thank you all for coming. We’ve been experiencing some spooky occurrences since the modifications were approved.
FRED
What kind of spooky occurrences?
MELISSA
Strange noises, objects moving on their own, and even sightings of ghostly figures.
SHAGGY
Like, zoinks! That sounds like a case for us!
VELMA
Let’s split up and search for clues. Maybe we can find some evidence of what’s going on.
The gang splits up and begins exploring the Sorrel Leaf Healing Center.
INT. SORREL LEAF HEALING CENTER - MAIN RESIDENCE - DAY
Velma and Daphne enter the main residence and notice some unusual sounds.
DAPHNE
Did you hear that? It sounded like a ghostly moan.
VELMA
Let’s investigate further.
They follow the sound and discover a secret passageway leading to a hidden room.
VELMA
Look at this! It’s a room filled with old medical equipment. Maybe this place has a dark history.
INT. SORREL LEAF HEALING CENTER - ACCESSORY BUILDING - DAY
Meanwhile, Scooby and Shaggy search the accessory building and encounter some strange occurrences.
SCOOBY-DOO
Ruh-roh, Shaggy! It’s a floating chair!
SHAGGY
Like, let’s get out of here, Scooby-Doo!
They run out of the building and regroup with Velma and Daphne.
FRED
Did you all find anything?
VELMA
We discovered a hidden room in the main residence filled with old medical equipment.
DAPHNE
And we saw a floating chair in the accessory building.
FRED
It seems like someone is trying to scare people away from the Sorrel Leaf Healing Center. But who?
They hear footsteps approaching and turn to see Millisa Smith.
MELISSA
I’m sorry for the scare, but I needed your help. I’ve been trying to uncover the truth about this place.
VELMA
What’s really going on here?
MELISSA
The Sorrel Leaf Healing Center used to be an asylum for troubled children. The modifications allowed them to expand, but some disgruntled individuals are trying to drive them out.
Daphne notices something poking out of Millisa’s pocket.
DAPHNE
What’s that in your pocket?
Millisa pulls out a mask resembling a ghostly figure.
MELISSA
I wanted to scare people away so they would investigate and expose the individuals behind this.
VELMA
It seems like you just wanted our help to solve the mystery.
MELISSA
I’m sorry for deceiving you. I thought it was the only way to reveal the truth.
The gang decides to help Millisa uncover the individuals behind the hauntings.
INT. SORREL LEAF HEALING CENTER - SECRET ROOM - NIGHT
The gang sets a trap to catch the culprits. They hide in the secret room and wait for the ghostly figures to appear.
MELISSA
There they are! It’s the owners of the neighboring property.
Fred pulls off their masks, revealing Mr. and Mrs. Johnson.
FRED
You wanted to scare away the Sorrel Leaf Healing Center because you didn’t want them expanding into your community.
MRS. JOHNSON
We were afraid it would lower our property values. We never thought it would lead to this!
SCOOBY-DOO
Ruh-roh, another mystery solved!
The gang hands over Mr. and Mrs. Johnson to the authorities and decides to stay for a few days to support the Sorrel Leaf Healing Center.
FADE OUT.
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
Staff Report • Attachment 1 - Resolution • Attachment 2 - Revised Site Plans and Architectural Plans • Attachment 3 - Coastal Commission CDP
5. Clarke Annex Property Surplus Location: E Street between 3rd Street and Opera Aley; APN: 001-093-013 Project: Surplus Property SP-23-0002
The City of Eureka wants to declare the Clarke Annex property as surplus. The property is currently being used as an annex to the Clarke Historical Museum but the city can no longer afford the maintenance costs. They want to transfer ownership and maintenance responsibilities to the museum. They have to follow the Surplus Land Act, which requires them to offer the land for sale or lease for affordable housing or open space purposes before selling it to anyone else. If no one responds or they can’t come to an agreement, the city can sell it to the museum. The property is located on E Street between 3rd Street and Opera Alley. The Planning Commission will review the proposal and the City Council will make the final decision. The property is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because it meets certain conditions. A public hearing will be held, and the staff contact for more information is Cristin Kenyon, the Director of Development Services.
— LoCOBot
… or, as a pitch from a used car salesman!
Are you in the market for a unique property with potential for development? Look no further than the Clarke Annex Property in Eureka. This parcel is approximately 3,145 square feet and is located on E Street, between 3rd Street and Opera Alley. The property, currently housing the Clarke Historical Museum Annex, is being declared surplus by the City of Eureka and is now available for purchase.
Why should you consider investing in the Clarke Annex Property? First and foremost, its location is prime. Situated in the heart of Eureka, the property offers easy access to retail, commercial, and recreational areas. The zoning of CW - Waterfront Commercial allows for a variety of uses, including hotels, restaurants, art galleries, and commercial fishing facilities. Whether you plan to continue using it as an annex or remodel it for a different purpose, the size and shape of the parcel are suitable for various development options.
Not only does this property offer excellent potential for growth, but it also holds historical significance. The Clarke Historical Museum has been leasing the property for decades, but now it’s time for a new owner to take over. By investing in the Clarke Annex Property, you’ll not only be contributing to the preservation of local history but also supporting the development of the community.
Before the property can be sold, it must go through the Surplus Land Act process, ensuring that it is offered to housing sponsors and entities interested in affordable housing or open-space purposes. However, if no interested parties come forward during the 60-day notice period or if negotiations don’t yield a satisfactory agreement, the City of Eureka will have the discretion to sell or lease the property to a buyer of their choice.
Additionally, the sale of this property is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Class 12, as the property’s sale falls under the sale of surplus land category. This exemption means that there are no significant environmental concerns associated with the property.
To learn more about the Clarke Annex Property and its potential as a development opportunity, please contact Cristin Kenyon, Development Services Director, at planning@eurekaca.gov or call (707) 441-4160. Don’t miss out on this chance to invest in a historically significant property with great growth potential. Act now and make the Clarke Annex Property your own!
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
Staff Report • Attachment 1 - Planning Commission Resolution • Attachment 2 - City of Eureka Policy and Procedure File 2.01 Sale of City-Owned RealProperty.pdf
G. OLD BUSINESS
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. Carriage Property Location: Northwest corner of 1st and C Streets (known as 4 C Street); APN: 001-011-021 Project: Surplus Property SP-23-0003
The City of Eureka is proposing to declare a vacant piece of land as surplus property. The land is located at the northwest corner of 1st and C Streets and is currently owned by the City. The purpose of declaring the land as surplus is to allow for future mixed-use development. The City has received interest from a party wanting to develop the land, but before that can happen, the City must follow the Surplus Land Act process. This process includes notifying the availability of the land for open space and affordable housing purposes and negotiating with interested parties for a minimum of 90 days. If no one responds or an agreement cannot be reached, the City can then sell or lease the land to an entity of their choosing. Ultimately, the City Council will determine the best outcome for the community. The land is zoned for Waterfront Commercial use, which means if affordable housing is included in the development, it must be part of a mixed-use project with a permitted ground floor use, such as a visitor-serving or commercial recreational use. The surplus process is a necessary step to allow someone other than the City to develop the long vacant land. Any future development on the land will require additional permits and environmental review.
— LoCOBot
… or, as a conversation between Beavis and Butt-head!
Beavis: Uh huh huh huh, hey Butt-head, what does “surplus” mean?
Butt-head: I don’t know, it’s like when you have too much of something, I guess.
Beavis: Well, if they have too much land, why don’t they just give some to us? We could build a skate park or something.
Butt-head: Yeah, that would be cool. But I think they’re talking about selling or leasing it to someone else.
Beavis: Oh yeah, like those business offices they mentioned. We could have our own business, Butt-head.
Butt-head: Yeah, but we’d have to negotiate and stuff. That sounds like a lot of work.
Beavis: Yeah, I don’t want to do work. Let’s just get the land for free and do whatever we want with it.
Butt-head: That would be cool, but I don’t think it works that way. They have all these rules and regulations.
Beavis: Ugh, rules suck. They should just let us have the land and we can make it awesome.
Butt-head: I know, right? We could have a burger stand and a concert stage and like a big screen TV showing music videos all day.
Beavis: Yeah! And we could have a giant fire pit for burning stuff. It would be the best place ever.
Butt-head: Yeah, it would be like our own little kingdom. We could be like kings or something.
Beavis: I’m gonna go tell those guys to give us the land. Maybe if I ask nicely they’ll say yes.
Butt-head: Yeah, you do that. I’ll just stay here and wait for you.
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
2. Waterfront Eureka Plan (WEP) - Public Review Draft Location: Commercial Bayfront, Old Town, and Library Districts; APN: Various
The Planning Commission is reviewing a plan called the Waterfront Eureka Plan (WEP). This plan aims to create a specific plan for the city’s coastal core area to make housing construction faster and easier and to develop the vacant and underutilized sites along Eureka’s waterfront. The WEP is a detailed plan separate from the general plan and includes policies and zoning regulations. The public has an opportunity to review and comment on the draft plan. The plan will also go through an environmental review process and will eventually be incorporated into the city’s comprehensive land use plan. The final version of the plan will be presented to the Planning Commission and City Council for approval. The public has until August 11, 2023, to provide comments on the draft plan.
— LoCOBot
… or, as Star Trek fan fiction!
Captain James T. Kirk sat in his ready room aboard the USS Enterprise, reviewing the latest staff report that had been transmitted from Starfleet Command. It was a staff report from the Planning Commission of the planet Eureka, detailing their proposed Waterfront Eureka Plan (WEP). The report outlined the plan to accelerate housing production and streamline housing approvals, as well as the roadmap for development and redevelopment along and near Eureka’s central waterfront.
As Captain Kirk read through the report, he couldn’t help but think about the potential impact this plan could have on the city and its inhabitants. Eureka was a growing city with a rich history, and the development of its waterfront could bring new opportunities and prosperity to the area.
The report mentioned that a specific plan was being proposed, combining a policy document with zoning regulations. It was clear that the city officials were taking a comprehensive approach to the development, considering both the long-term goals and the immediate needs of the city.
Captain Kirk was impressed with the thoroughness of the report and the attention to detail that the city officials had clearly put into the plan. It was evident that they had taken into account the environmental impact, as there was mention of a CEQA Streamlining workplan and an Addendum to the 2040 General Plan Environmental Impact Report.
The report also mentioned that the city intended to use the information collected for the WEP to facilitate an ongoing comprehensive Local Coastal Program (LCP) update. Captain Kirk knew the importance of maintaining a balance between development and environmental preservation, especially in coastal areas. He was glad to see that the city was considering the long-term effects of their development decisions.
As Captain Kirk continued to read through the report, he couldn’t help but envision the potential future of Eureka’s waterfront. He imagined a bustling harbor, with ships from different corners of the galaxy coming and going. He saw vibrant neighborhoods, with a mix of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces. And above all, he saw a city that valued its history and embraced the future.
Captain Kirk knew that Starfleet had a duty to support the development and growth of the planets under its jurisdiction. He made a mental note to discuss the Waterfront Eureka Plan with his crew and explore ways in which the USS Enterprise and its resources could assist the city of Eureka in realizing their vision.
With a renewed sense of purpose, Captain Kirk set the staff report aside. He knew that the plan for Eureka’s waterfront was an opportunity for both the city and Starfleet to thrive. As he stepped out of his ready room and onto the bridge, he couldn’t help but feel excitement for the adventures that lay ahead in Eureka’s future.
— LoCOBot
DOCUMENTS:
Staff Report • Attachment 1 - WEP Public Review Draft • Attachment 2 - WEP Appendices A and B
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