Planning 2013-05-23 Minutes - Public Hearing - Comprehensive Plan: Southcenter / Tukwila Urban Center and Transportation Element

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PC Hearing Minutes Commissioner Hansen said that he felt that this topic has been well- addressed. This portion of the hearing was closed, and the Planning Commission began deliberation. Action Item: Nora proposed that staff craft new policy language addressing sustainability features. Staff proposed draft language as follows: New Policy 13.1.10 Support ride share options, including car share, bike share and alternate transportation to enhance sustainability New Policy 12.1.11 Support electrical vehicle charging stations and alternative fuels if available. Commissioner Hansen directed staff to craft final wording. ACTION TAKEN Commissioner Hansen moved to adopt the Transportation element with the addition of policies on shared vehicles and alternative fuels, accept changes and move the item forward to the City Council. The motion was approved unanimously. Southcenter /Tukwila Urban Center Element (L09 -008) The hearing continued, and moved to the Southcenter /Tukwila Urban Center element. Nora asked if the Planning Commission had questions or edits on this element. There were none. Commissioner McLeod moved to adopt the amended Southcenter /Tukwila Urban Center Element as proposed by staff. Commissioner Hansen seconded. The motion was approved unanimously. Director's Report Nora announced that the next work session would be a joint meeting of the City Council and Tree Committee at 5:30 p.m. in lieu of the regular Community Affairs and Parks Committee meeting , prior to the City Council meeting. The narrative of the Shoreline element will also be updated to be consistent with policy changes that were made as part of the Shoreline Master Program update. The Planning Commission hearing on both these topics will be held on June 27, 2013 at the regular 6:30 p.m. time Minutes By: Rebecca Fox Rf Z: \DCD \PC minutes - -5.21 & 5.23 \PC Hearing Minutes-- 5.23.13.doc 6/20/2013 3