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Commission dedicates Modesto Gomez site as park and approves related rezoning cleanup at Edna Avenue
Summary
The commission approved a major combination subdivision to formally dedicate about 26.6 acres as Modesto Gomez Park and separately approved a rezoning cleanup for a 3.78‑acre portion at 4600 Edna Avenue, consolidating zoning to match the park use; staff described the actions as cleanups of historical record and recommended approval.
The City Planning Commission approved two related items on Sept. 25 to legally tidy property records for Modesto Gomez Park and to consolidate zoning for an adjacent parcel. Item 8: Mirna Aguilar of Planning and Inspections presented a major combination subdivision to subdivide 26.58 acres to create a single lot to be dedicated for public park use (Modesto Gomez Park). Staff said stormwater would be managed by surface runoff to a regional pond and recommended approval subject to rezoning of a portion of the subdivision by City Council prior to final recordation, because the site spans two zoning districts. Planning staff characterized the filing as a cleanup to allow future park improvements and secure formal dedication and acceptance by the city. Item 9 (rezoning): Alejandra Gonzales presented a rezoning request for 4600 Edna Avenue, a 3.78‑acre property currently used as public park. The applicant requested rezoning from M‑1 (light manufacturing) to R‑5 (residential) to consolidate the property under the same zoning district as the existing park use. Staff said the existing park use will remain; notices were mailed to owners within 300 feet and staff reported no written comments in opposition or support. Staff recommended approval of the rezoning as a cleanup. Why it matters: The two actions clear inconsistencies between zoning and existing park use and allow the city to legally dedicate and improve the park. Staff said the work is part of a broader program of property cleanups for city‑owned parcels. Formal action: The commission approved item 8 (final subdivision to dedicate Modesto Gomez Park) and item 9 (rezoning at 4600 Edna Avenue) on the consent/hearing calendar. No public comment was received during the public hearing for the rezoning. Ending: Staff said additional cleanup items may be presented in the future to ensure parcels and zoning match existing uses; the commission closed both items after votes in favor.
