2020 05-19CITY OF POWAY
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
May 19, 2020
City Council Chambers
13325 Civic Center Drive, Poway, California
(Per Government Code 54953)
(Meeting Called to Order as City Council/City of Poway Planning Commission/Poway Housing Authority/Public Financing
Authority and Successor Agency to the Poway Redevelopment Agency)
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Vaus called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
John Mullin, Barry Leonard, Dave Grosch, Caylin Frank (via teleconference), Steve Vaus
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
City Manager Chris Hazeltine; Assistant City Manager Wendy Kaserman; City Attorney Alan
Fenstermacher (via teleconference); City Clerk Faviola Medina; Development Services Director
Bob Manis; Finance Director Aaron Beanan; Human Resources/Risk Management Director
Jodene Dunphy; Fire Chief Jon Canavan
(Note: Hereinafter the titles Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Councilmember, City Manager, Assistant City
Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk and Director of Finance shall be used to indicate Mayor/Chair,
Deputy Mayor/Vice Chair, Councilmember/Director, City Manager/Executive Director, Assistant
City Manager/Assistant Executive Director, City Attorney/Counsel, City Clerk/Secretary and
Director of Finance/Finance Officer.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Mullin led the Pledge of Allegiance.
MOMENT OF SILENCE
Mayor Vaus gave a few words in memory of Metropolitan Transit System Chief Executive Officer
Paul Jablonski. He followed with a moment of silence.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Assi Friedman, via email, sent in correspondence regarding concerns for the City's water system
(on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
Hazel! Belvin, via email, sent in correspondence regrading lung health from the American Lung
Health Association (on file in the Office of the City Clerk).
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Katherine Hirsh, via teleconference, spoke regarding support for the City to continue operating
the Poway Center for the Performing Arts.
Yuri Bohlen, via teleconference, spoke regarding opening Poway businesses including religious
organizations.
Janet Lettang, via teleconference, spoke regarding the online 30th Anniversary celebration of the
Poway Center for the Performing Arts and discussed the potential future of the PCPA.
Tara Brewer, via teleconference, spoke regarding improving landscaping in southern portions of
Poway.
Kathleen Lippitt, via teleconference, thanked the City for continuing to include the public in City
business electronically.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motioned by Councilmember Leonard, seconded by Councilmember Grosch to approve
Consent Calendar Item 1. Motion carried by the following roll -call vote:
Ayes: Mullin, Leonard, Grosch, Frank, Vaus
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
Disqualified: None
1. Approval of the April 16, 2020 Special City Council Meeting Minutes
With Council concurrence, Mayor Vaus moved Item #6 forward.
CITY MANAGER ITEMS:
6. Resolution to Continue the Existence of a Local Emergency Within the City of Poway Due to
the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Pandemic
Motioned by Mayor Vaus, seconded by Councilmember Leonard to adopt Resolution
No. 20-032 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California,
finding and declaring the continued existence of an emergency within the City due to
the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Pandemic." Motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
None.
ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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2. Environmental Assessment, Tentative Tract Map 19-004 and Minor Development Review
Application 18-014, A Request to Construct a Single -Family Residence on Lot 10 of the
Williams Ranch Subdivision with Modifications to the Approved Subdivision Requirements
Mayor opened the public hearing at 7:18 p.m.
Associate Planner Oda Audish presented the report along with a slideshow presentation. Ms.
Audish explained that the applicant is proposing to construct a 35 -foot two-story home, and,
in order to do so, the previously approved tentative tract map limiting the lot to one-story
construction would need to be revised. Ms. Audish added that the 35 -foot building height limit
is the same for single -story homes in the subdivision. She further explained that the property
is located in the Very High Fire Hazard Area requiring a 100 -foot fire fuel management zone
that would encroach 0.12 acres into an open space easement. Ms. Audish added that the
applicant proposed to vacate a portion of land to offset the impact to the open space
easement. Ms. Audish concluded that the City received one concern regarding potential light
spillage from the project after dark.
Dr. Elan Lee, the property owner via teleconference, spoke in support of the project.
Yuri Bohlen, via teleconference, spoke in opposition to the project.
Mayor closed the public hearing at 7:40 p.m.
Council discussion ensued in support of changing development requirements to allow a two-
story home at the currently approved 35 -foot height limit. Additionally, Council expressed
concerns for the visual impact of the development.
In response to Council inquiry, Ms. Audish confirmed that the project is located within the
Hillside Ridgeline Review which requires the development to visually blend in with its
surroundings which includes landscaping and the exterior color of the home. Additionally, Ms.
Audish explained that the 35 -foot building height is measured from the top of the lower pad.
Motioned by Councilmember Mullin, seconded by Councilmember Leonard to adopt
Resolution No. 20-029 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway,
California, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for Tentative Tract Map 19-004
and Minor Development Review Application 18-014 for the construction of a single-
family residence at the west end of Del Poniente Road, and modification of mitigation
measures and conditions of approval to allow a two-story home and revise the
boundary of an existing Open Space Easement on Lot 10 of Williams Ranch,
Assessor's Parcel Number 314-840-10" and Resolution No. 20-030 entitled "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, approving Tentative
Tract Map 19-004 and Minor Development Review Application 18-014 for the
construction of a single-family residence at the west end of Del Poniente Road, and
modification of mitigation measures and conditions of approval to allow a two-story
home and revise the boundary of an existing Open Space Easement on Lot 10 of
Williams Ranch, Assessor's Parcel Number 314-840-10." Motion carried unanimously.
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STAFF REPORTS
3. Resolution Approving No Parking on the West Side of Old Pomerado Road North of Paseo
Colina and Removing No Parking on the West Side of Old Pomerado Road West of Pomerado
Road
City Engineer Melody Rocco presented the report along with a slideshow presentation. Ms.
Rocco explained that staff received a request to install a stop sign at the intersection of Old
Pomerado Road and Paseo Colina to improve sight distance when exiting Paseo Colina. Ms.
Rocco added that the Traffic Safety Committee evaluated the site and determined that the
intersection did not meet the criteria listed in the California Manual of Uniform Traffic Control
Devices (MUTCD) for an all -way stop sign. She added that to improve sight distance staff is
recommending adding 20 feet of no parking to the pre-existing 25 -foot no parking zone and
remove a 50 -foot section of no parking on the western side of Old Pomerado Road near the
intersection of Pomerado Road to help with the lost parking area.
Linda and Bill Bryan, via email, sent in correspondence in opposition to staff's
recommendation.
Tara Brewer, via email, submitted photos of the intersection and via teleconference, spoke in
opposition to staff's recommendation and proposed that Council consider widening the street
to address the parking issue.
Council discussion ensued in support of staffs recommendation and expressed support for
re-evaluating the intersection if traffic activity changes. Council expressed concerns for
parking, however, consideration to widen the road is not feasible at this time.
In response to Council inquiry, City Attorney Alan Fenstermacher explained that the City's
liability would not be at higher risk if staffs recommendation is not approved.
In response to Council inquiry, Ms. Rocco explained line of sight for the intersection and
further discussed the criteria set forth in MUTCD Section 26.07 to justify an all -way stop sign.
Ms. Rocco added that residents spoke both for and against the proposed recommendations
at the February 12 Traffic Safety Committee meeting.
Motioned by Deputy Mayor Frank, seconded by Councilmember Grosch to adopt
Resolution No. 20-031 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway,
California, approving no parking on the west side of Old Pomerado Road north of Paseo
Colina and removing no parking on the west side of Old Pomerado Road west of
Pomerado Road." Motion carried unanimously.
WORKSHOPS
None.
COUNCIL -INITIATED ITEMS
With Council concurrence, Mayor Vaus moved Item #5 forward.
5. Reopening of the Poway Economy
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Councilmember Mullin presented an initiative for Council consideration to support reopening
Poway businesses and help jumpstart the local economy. Councilmember Mullin suggested
that the City temporarily suspend enforcement of the City's sign ordinance, relax standards
for exterior dining, allow curbside vending of non-prepared food, defer in -lieu mitigation fees
on construction projects and declare a temporary moratorium on Business Certificate
renewals. Additionally, he proposed the City work in conjunction with the region to establish
local control and regulations for safely leaving our homes and returning back to work.
Dan KraII, via email, submitted correspondence in support of the proposal.
Pete Babich, via email, sent in correspondence highlighting reopening the economy safely.
Assi Friedman, via email, submitted correspondence in opposition to the proposal.
Dr. Tim Morris, via teleconference, suggested Council consider a smoke-free outdoor dining
policy when reopening the economy.
Anita Edmondson, via teleconference representing the Poway Chamber of Commerce, spoke
in support of the proposal and offered the Chamber's assistance with the City's reopening
plans.
Dave Edmondson, via teleconference, spoke in support of the proposal and suggested start-
up COVID-19 sign packages for businesses to reopen.
Council discussion ensued in support of the proposal, and in addition, showed support for a
potential starter sign package for businesses. Additionally, Council shared support for local
control and regulations.
Council directed staff to implement the recommendations to temporarily support
Poway businesses and explore ways to safely reopen Poway's economy including
development of local guidelines consistent with public health objectives.
4. July Fourth Fireworks Display
Mayor Vaus presented an initiative for Council to consider safely holding a fireworks show on
July 4 and suggested setting off fireworks at a more central location other than Poway High
School so that it is visible to more of Poway.
Pete Babich, via email, submitted correspondence against any Fourth of July fireworks
display.
Joe St. Lucas, via email, submitted suggestions for a Fourth of July fireworks show.
Council discussion ensued in support of safely hosting a fireworks display that aligns with
public health regulations. Councilmember Grosch expressed concerns for attracting large
crowds of people from outside of the City. Additionally, Mayor Vaus shared concerns for the
illegal operation of fireworks.
Council concurred to direct staff to proceed with planning a safe July Fourth Fireworks
event for the community.
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: Pursuant to AB1234 - (G.C.
53232(d))
The Mayor and Council made announcements and reported on various events taking place in the
City. No action was taken.
CITY MANAGER ITEMS CONTINUED:
At the request of Mayor Vaus, City Manager Chris Hazeltine gave a brief update on Poway's
PEARL Program. Mr. Hazeltine reported that 74 applications had been received to date, and of
those, 26 applications were approved, six were denied, 35 are pending additional information, six
declined due to funding received elsewhere and one application was withdrawn.
CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS: (Including any public report of any action taken in closed session)
CLOSED SESSION:
7. Conference with Legal Counsel — Anticipated Litigation
Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2) — twenty-six (26) cases
8. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Government Code Section 54957(B)(1)
Title: City Attorney
City Attorney Alan Fenstermacher announced that a report out of any action taken during Closed
Session would be done at the next Regular City Council meeting. At his request, Mayor Vaus
adjourned the meeting into Closed Session at 8:51 p.m.
City Council came out of Closed Session at 9:18 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:18 p.m.
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Faviola Medilha, CMC
City Clerk
City of Poway, California