CC 2004 12-21
CITY OF POWAY, CALIFORNIA
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 21, 2004
The December 21,2004, Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Poway,
was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Cafagna, at the City Council Chambers, 13325
Civic Center Drive, Poway, California.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT
Merrilee Boyack, Bob Emery, Betty Rexford, Mickey Cafagna
COUNCILMEMBERS ABSENT
Don Higginson
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Jim Bowersox
Penny Riley
Steve Eckis
Jeanne Bunch
Robert Clark
Jim Howell
Deborah Johnson
Charlie Campe
Warren Shafer
Niall Fritz
Peter Moote
Patti Brindle
Javid Siminou
Kristen Crane
Paolo Romero
City Manager
Assistant City Manager
Special Counsel
Deputy City Clerk
Director of Community Services
Director of Public Works
Director of Redevelopment Services
Sheriff's Captain
Director of Administrative Services
Director of Development Services
Deputy Director of Administrative Services
City Planner
City Engineer
Senior Management Analyst
Management Assistant
FLAG SALUTE
Deputy Mayor Emery led the flag salute.
PRESENTATION
Mayor Cafagna presented a plaque to Interim City Clerk Jeanne Bunch in appreciation of
her service to the City of Poway.
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PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Howard Stacklin, 13149 Tobiasson Road, Poway, expressed concern with the water
pressure in his area and a recent water leak at his residence.
Ed Carboneau, 14073 Pomegranate, Poway, congratulated Councilmember Boyack on her
recent election to the City Council and said he looked forward to new ideas on the Council.
Connie Messina, 12643 Oak Knoll Road, Poway, expressed concern at the recent eviction
notice served on Culley's Family Restaurant.
Sherrie Anne Goldby, Senior Center Executive Director, 13094 Civic Center Drive, Poway,
said pursuant to last week's discussion, she is working on an action plan and will submit
her recommendations to the City Council in January concerning the consultant's report on
the financial situation of the Poway Senior Center.
Jay Goldby, 13237 Casa Vista, Poway, spoke concerning the importance of a quality
Senior Center for Poway citing examples in Escondido and San Marcos.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember Rexford, and seconded by Councilmember Boyack to approve
the Consent Calendar as follows, with the exception that Item 10 be acted upon separately
and that Item 13 be removed:
7. Ratification of Warrant Register for the periods of November 15 to November 19,
2004 and November 22 to November 26,2004. (0475-20)
8. Award of StormwaterlWastewater Spoils Removal, Transport, and Disposal
Contractto PSC Environmental Services for a not-to-exceed amount of$14,720.00
for the contract year 12/21/2004 through 12/21/2005 and authorize the City
Manager to execute the necessary documents. (0700-10)
9.
Receive and file the Summary of 2004 Legislative Session.
(0740-60)
11. Adopting of Resolution No. 04-104, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Poway, California Granting a Subterranean Easement for the Emergency
Water Storage Project Pipeline to the San Diego County Water Authority, its
Successor and Assigns" and direct the City Clerk to cause a certified copy of the
Resolution to be recorded in the Office of the San Diego County Recorder. APN:
320-201-23 (0780-40)
12. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract between the City of Poway and
Health Metrics, Inc. to conduct the Validation of Physical Abilities Test
Requirements for Classification of Firefighter/Paramedic. (0700-10)
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13. Approval of an agreement between the Poway Redevelopment Agency and Mark
Cavagnero Associates to prepare construction drawings, specifications, cost
estimates, and construction administration for an art center, train depot, Farmers'
Market, and multi-tenant restaurant in the Old poway Master Plan Area, in the
amount of $ . (Item removed from Agenda) (0700-10)
14. Acceptance of the Demolition Contract with Watkins Contracting, Inc., for the City
Office Building Phase 2/3 Project (#1539). (0700-10)
Motion carried 4-0, with Councilmember Higginson absent.
ITEM 10 (0210-60)
TEMPORARY USE PERMIT 04-99
APPLICANT: POWAY GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUE
Mayor Cafagna said this Consent Calendar item will be considered at this time as several
people asked to speak. City Manager Bowersox presented the staff report and
recommendation of approval, subject to conditions. This is a request by the Poway Girls
Softball League to use the vacant parcel at the northwest corner of Espola Road and Old
Coach Road for practice ball fields while the new Aubrey Park sports fields are under
construction.
The following persons spoke concerning this item.
Sean McGoey, 16490 Bridelwood Road, Poway, was concerned with lighting and traffic as
this parcel is near his home.
John Sedej, 17000 Butterfield Trail, Poway, a member of the Old Coach Association, was
concerned about long term plans for open space at the corner of Espola and Old Coach.
He asked that their association be notified of any plans for the area.
Marge Knothe, 13724 Sagewood Drive, Poway, was opposed to the temporary use permit
as she felt the City had enough fields. She questioned when the backstops would be
removed and when the practice games would begin.
Jerry Hargarten, 13622 Orchard Gate, Poway, spoke in support of the request.
Nick Stavros, 13639 Jackrabbit Road, Poway, felt the park was too small for such a use. In
addition he felt an investigation should be undertaken concerning the misuse of funds for
parks.
At the request of Mayor Cafagna, City Manager Bowersox responded to concerns
expressed and answered Council questions concerning the active/passive nature of City
parks.
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Motion by Deputy Mayor Emery, seconded by Councilmember Rexford to adopt Planning
Resolution No. P-04-96, entitled: "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway,
California Approving Temporary Use Permit 04-99 for the Establishment and Temporary
Use of Practice Ball Fields." Motion carried 4-0, with Councilmember Higginson absent.
NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS
Special Counsel Eckis said that prior to consideration of Item #1, Councilmember Boyack,
pursuant to State Law, must disclose in writing that she has an ownership interest in real
property within the redevelopment project area.
Councilmember Boyack read a letter into the record disclosing ownership interest in real
property located within the Poway Redevelopment Project Area. (0715-05)
ITEM 1 (0240-30)
REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN FOR 2005 TO 2009
Mayor Cafagna opened the public hearing and City Manager Bowersox presented the staff
report and recommendation that the City Council/Redevelopment Agency approve the
Redevelopment and Housing Implementation Plan for 2005 to 2009.
The Plan describes the proposed public, private and public/private projects that occurred
since the mid-term update in 2002 and the proposed projects for the next five-year period.
The Plan also discusses the use of the Agency's Low- and Moderate- Housing funds and
requirements for inclusionary housing production, replacement housing and proportionality
tests.
Council expressed support of the plan, but was concerned about the impact of affordable
housing projects on schools and with test scores at Midland and Valley elementary
schools. City Manager Bowersox said reports from the City-School District joint
subcommittee will be added as a regular agenda item.
The following person spoke concerning this hearing.
Nick Stavros, 13639 Jackrabbit Road, Poway, expressed concern over the fact that
Midland School had to cancel one of their academies due to costs.
Council discussed affordable housing projects and their impact on the schools. Executive
Director Bowersox said staff will continue to work closely with Poway Unified School district
to assure that students from Agency assisted developments do not affect the provision of a
high standard of education for all Poway students.
Motion by Mayor Cafagna, seconded by Rexford to close the public hearing and approve
the City Manager's recommendation. Motion carried 4-0, with Council member Higginson
absent.
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ITEM 2 (0490-53)
APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS
PUBLIC SAFETY (COPS) PROGRAM
CITIZEN'S OPTION
Mayo Cafagna opened the public hearing and City Manager Bowersox presented the staff
report and recommendation to appropriate $100,000 from the Supplemental Law
Enfor ement Services Fund (249) to offset the cost of two Sheriff's positions for FY 04-05.
No on asked to speak concerning this item.
Motion by Council member Rexford, seconded by Deputy Mayor Emery, to close the public
hearing, and approve the City Manager's recommendation. Motion carried 4-0, with
Council member Higginson absent.
ITEM 3 (0210-30)
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 04-17
APPLICANTS: STEPHEN & GAIL ALBERT
Mayor Cafagna opened the public hearing and City Manager Bowersox presented the staff
report and recommendation for approval. This is a request to establish a church (Child
Centered Church) in an existing 1,350-square-foot tenant space within a multi-tenant
commercial center, located in the Town Center (TC) zone, at 13380 Poway Road (Poway
Valley Center). APN: 317-101-15.
No one asked to speak concerning this item.
Motion by Councilmember Rexford, seconded by Deputy Mayor Emery, to close the public
hearing and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-04-97, approving with conditions. Motion
carried 4-0, with Councilmember Higginson absent.
ITEM 4 (0210-70)
VARIANCE 04-12
APPLICANT: NER TAMID SYNAGOGUE
Mayor Cafagna opened the public hearing and City Manager Bowersox presented the staff
report and recommendation for approval. This is a request to allow an 8-foot wall to buffer
the Synagogue property from the adjacent residence along the southwesterly property line.
The synagogue property is located at 15318 Pomerado Road within the Rural Residential
C zone. APN: 314-370-37.
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The following person spoke concerning this item.
Garrett Vanderziel, 15359 La Manda Drive, Poway, spoke concerning the height of the
wall. City Manager Bowersox reviewed the processes that led up to the variance request.
Motion by Councilmember Rexford, seconded by Deputy Mayor Emery, to close the public
hearing, and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-04-98, approving with conditions. Motion
carried 4-0, with Council member Higginson absent.
STAFF REPORTS
ITEM 5 (0490-53)
APPROPRIATION OF STATE PARKS GRANT FUNDS
TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
City Manager Bowersox presented the staff report and recommendation of approval forthe
following projects:
1. Appropriate $21,144 to CIP 1669, Hilleary Park Playground Renovation.
2. Appropriate $25,000 to a new CIP, Community Park Playground Lighting.
3. Appropriate $67,000 to a new CIP, Lake Poway Upper Play ground Renovation.
4. Appropriate $70,000 to a new CIP, Community Park Auditorium Divider Wall.
5. Appropriate $30,000 to CIP 1292, Iron Mountain Staging Area.
6. Reduce the Grand appropriation in CIP 1671, Kumeyaay-Ipai Interpretive Site, by
$4,460.
Motion by Councilmember Rexford, seconded by Deputy Mayor Emery, to approve the City
Manager's recommendation. Motion carried 4-0, with Councilmember Higginson absent.
ITEM 6 (0700-05)
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY
BROADCASTING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
City Manager Bowersox reviewed the staff report and recommendation that Council direct
staff to prepare a Request-for-Proposal to select a consultant to prepare technical
equipment specifications, develop a timeline for broadcasting City Council meetings, and
provide specialized assistance throughout implementation.
The following persons spoke concerning this item.
Dee Fleischman, 14428 Midland Road, Poway, supported the proposal; however, opposed
spending money to train staff & Council as some cities do.
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Barbara Lange, 13531 Del Marino, Poway, supported the proposal and offered her
assistance as a consultant who designs technical equipment specifications for televising
meetings.
Nick Stavros, 13639 Jackrabbit Road, Poway, spoke in support ofthe proposal utilizing the
franchise fee from Cox Communications as a funding source and working with Palomar
College for implementation.
Marge Knothe, 13724 Sagewood Drive, Poway, supported the proposal and suggested that
access to public records be made available on the Internet.
Jay Goldby, 13287 Casa Vista, Poway, said he is now an active supporter of televising
Poway City Council meetings.
Connie Messina, 12643 Oak Knoll Road, Poway, was supportive of the proposal.
Motion by Councilmember Rexford, seconded by Councilmember Boyack to approve the
City Manager's recommendation and that web-based technology be explored as well as
cablevision technology. Motion carried 4-0, with Councilmember Higginson absent.
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
15. City Manager Bowersox pointed out the new City Seal placed on the wall behind the
Councilmembers. He thanked the Council and community for their support during
2004 and reviewed upcoming activities and projects for 2005, which included a
workshop in January to discuss Council goals and objectives for 2005. In addition,
a new Budget Review committee will soon be appointed for the next two-year
budget cycle.
CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
16. Special Counsel Eckis congratulated the Council on their new City Council chambers.
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL-INITIATED ITEMS
17. Council member Boyack extended her thanks to Interim City Clerk Jeanne Bunch for
her assistance during the election. She said she was enjoying the new Council
Chambers and extended thanks to city staff for their participation in Candyland.
18. Councilmember Rexford also extended thanks and appreciation to staff for another
successful Candyland event and for their involvement in dedicating the new
"Community Fine Arts Center" sign in Old Poway Park.
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20. a.
Deputy Mayor Emery requested Council support in directing staff to
implement the Cedar Fire commemorative plaque program. (0710-40)
Council concurred with the Deputy Mayor's recommendation
(Councilmember Higginson absent).
b. Deputy Mayor Emery asked that an ordinance be prepared to prohibit alcohol
at youth parties on City Property.
Barbara Lerma, 12877 Carriage Road, Poway, spoke in support of the
recommendation and thanked Deputy Mayor Emery for introducing this item.
Council concurred to direct staff to review current ordinances and implement
changes as appropriate (Councilmember Higginson absent).
c. Deputy Mayor Emery suggested that guidelines be implemented for sale of
Poway Royal Mobilehome Park.
Council concurred to direct staff to include in sale guidelines the importance
of retaining the low rents in this affordable housing project (Councilmember
Higginson absent).
21. Mayor Cafagna congratulated staff for their involvement in Candyland and
Christmas-in-the-Park.
a.
A Regional Governance update was not presented.
(0150-20)
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Cafagna adjourned the meeting at 8:58 p.m.
Bunch, Deputy City Clerk
City of Poway, California
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