CC 1990 02-27 CiTY OF POMAY, ¢,ALIFORHZA
Mi#UTES OF THE CiTY COUNCIL REGULAR #EETING
FEBRUARY 27, 1990
The February 27, 1990, regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Poway was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Higginson at the City Council
Chambers, 13325 Civic Center Drive, Poway, California.
COUNCIL#EI~ERSAN$~ERXNG ROLLCALL
Linda Brannon, Bob Emery, Jan Goldsmith, Carl Kruse, Don Higginson
COUN~ZL#EI~ER$ ABSENT AT ROLL CALL
None
STAFF #ENBER$ PRESENT
John Fitch
Marjorie Wahlsten
Steve Eckis
Susan Pulone
Robert Thomas
Alan Archibald
Mark Sanchez
Reba Wright-Quastler
Mark Weston
Steve Streeter
Patrick Foley
Janet Anderson
Peter Moote
Nancy Neufeld
Assistant City Manager
City Clerk
City Attorney
Director of Administrative Services
Director of Community Services
Director of Public Services
Acting Director of Safety Services
Director of Planning Services
Director of Engineering Services
Assistant Director of Planning Services
Senior Management Analyst
Management Analyst
Management Analyst
Deputy City Clerk
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Deputy Mayor Goldsmith led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC ORAL
Mayor Higginson explained the procedure for Public Oral Communications.
1. Bill Barnick, 14645 Sunrise Canyon Road, spoke regarding the need for park
facilities on the east side of the City.
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Rob Sorensen, 13873 Carriage Road, stated the 25 MPH signs on Carriage Road,
approved by the Council on February 13, 1990, have not been installed.
He also requested a pedestrian sign be installed northbound on Carriage
Road near Starridge Park, similar to the one southbound.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Higginson stated that Item 19.2 was pulled from the Consent Calendar by
the public. Motion by Councilmember Kruse, seconded by Councilmember Emery to
approve the Consent Calendar as follows:
12. Approval of Minutes - City Council: January 30, 1990, Regular Meeting
February 1, 1990, Adjourned Regular Meeting
14. Ratification of Warrant Register - February 8, 1990.
(401-10)
15. Denial of claim for damages: Angel Mendez.
(704-13)
16. Approval of City's Investment Report - January, 1990.
(408-01)
17. Adoption of Resolution No. 90-024 entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Poway, California, Adopting the 1988 Regional Standard
Drawings with the City of Poway Supplement, and the 1988 Standard
Specifications for Public Works Construction with the San Diego County
Regional Supplement Amendments and the City of Poway Supplement Amendment
(805-04)
19. Acceptance of Phase I mass grading for Pomerado Business Park (TTM 85-04),
and Kirkham Court public improvements (TTM 87-09); authorization for release
of securities; and direction to staff to record a Notice of Completion. CF
Poway, Ltd., applicant. (602-01, #91R)
19.1
Approval of final map, directing its recordation for Tentative Tract Map
87-06, Reeder Development Inc., applicant; located at the western terminus of
Cicero Way, and adoption of Resolution No. 90-025 entitled, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Accepting Lots A and B, of
Rancho Poway Unit No. 1, Map 6118, for Street Purposes and Ordering the
Vacation of the Abutter's Rights of Access Relinquished and Waived in and
to Cicero Way Per Map No. 6118;" adoption of Resolution No. 90-026 entitled
"A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Ordering
the Summary Vacation of Utility Easement Within Lot 1 of City of Poway Tract
No. 4193 Map Thereof No. 10523 as Recorded in the Office of the County
Recorder of San Diego County, State of California on November 24, 1982
(Vacation 90-02);" adoption of Resolution No. 90-027 entitled, "A Resolution
of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Ordering the Summary
Vacation of those Portions of Cicero Way Located Within a Portion of Lot 2 in
Section 18, Township 14 South, Range 1 West, San Bernardino Meridian, in the
City of Poway, County of San Diego, State of California, According to United
States Government Survey, Approved February 24, 1876, Together with that
Portion of Cicero Way Within Lot I of City of Poway Tract No. 4193, Map
Thereof No. 10523 as Recorded in the Office of the San Diego County Recorder,
State of California, on November 24, 1982 (Vacation 90-02);" and adoption of
Resolution No. 90-028 entitled,
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"A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, State of
California, Ordering the Expansion of Poway Landscape Maintenance Assessment
District No. 83-01 with Written Consent of all Property Owners."
Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 19.2
TRAFFIC CIRCULATION STUDY FOR MIDLAND ROAD/
NORTH COUNTY ESTATES/HUNTINGTON GATE ROAD
Staff report by Assistant City Manager Fitch. At the February 20, 1990 City
Council meeting, residents expressed concern regarding the extension of Midland
Road and its impact on traffic circulation in the Budwin Lane and North County
Estates area, and final map approval for Phase 2 of the Huntington Gate sub-
division {TTM 86-01). Included in approval for the final map was the construc-
tion of Huntington Gate Road to a width of 28 feet instead of 36 feet, and as a
cul-de-sac instead of connecting to Fiddletown at the northerly extension of
Tierra Bonita Road. Staff will conduct a comprehensive traffic study of the
area bounded by Twin Peaks on the south, Espola Road on the east, Del Poniente
on the north, and the proposed extension of Midland Road on the west. A revised
calendar has been prepared outlining a June, 1990, timeframe to bring recommen-
dations for traffic circulation and to hold a scoping hearing for preparation of
an environmental impact report. Staff recommends Council authorize a thorough
analysis to be conducted of the traffic circulation of the entire area and
report back with recommendations following a neighborhood meeting with the
Transportation Task Force.
Speaking in favor of staff recommendation:
Eileen Seminsky, 14922 Derringer Road
Don Healey, 14938 Budwin Lane
Ted Jagusztyn, 13634 Del Poniente Road
Council
without
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expressed concern that staff had recof(~(lended approval of a final map
completing one of the conditions and concurred that changes in map con-
should be brought to Council for a public hearing.
Council concurred to approve staff recommendation.
RECESS ~ CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Higginson recessed the meeting at 7:50 p.m., and called it back to order
at 7:57 p.m., with all Councilmembers present.
ITEM 4
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 87-04 TIME EXTENSION
APPLICANT: JEFF CARROLL
Mayor Hlgginson opened the public hearing. Staff report by Assistant City
Manager Fitch. This is a request for a one-year time extension for Tentative
Parcel Map 87-04, a 3-lot division of 1.g4 acres located at the northeast corner
of Chancellor Way and Adah Lane. Staff recommends approval.
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There was no one present wishing to speak.
Motion by Councllmember Emery, seconded by Councilmember Kruse, to close the
public hearing, and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-gD-17 entitled, "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving
Tentative Parcel Map 87-04TE, Assessor's Parcel Number 323-262-09 and 10."
Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 5
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 89-15/DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 89-36
APPLICANT: STANDARD PACIFIC OF SAN DIEGO
Mayor Higginson opened the public hearing. Introduction by Assistant City
Manager Fitch. Staff report by Director of Planning Services Wright-Quastler.
This is a request to create 16 lots and a reconfiguration of two existing lots
on 42.8 acres located approximately one-quarter mite south of the intersection
of Silverset Street and Palisades Drive in Rancho Arbolitos. On December 12,
1989, the Redevelopment Agency and the City entered into a Disposition and
Development Agreement with Standard Pacific for the sale of this site {formerly
referred to as the "State Lands") in exchange for funds to be used for various
public improvements, including the construction of a neighborhood park on the
vacant school site on Silverset Street, medians on Carriage Road, and a
pedestrian access for the Starridge area. The lots will be a minimum of one
acre and approximately 31 acres will remain open space. The homes will be
designed consistent with those used throughout the Palisades portion of Rancho
Arbolitos. Staff concurs with applicant's request for a mixture colored "S"
tile roofs and stucco siding for all of the lots. Staff recommends approval
with revisions to conditions of approval to bring into conformance with the pro-
visions of the Disposition and Development agreement approved December 12, 1989.
Speaking in opposition to staff recommendation:
Wendy White, 13987 Carriage Road
Rob Sorensen, 13873 Carriage Road
Moreno White, 13987 Carriage Road
Neighbors spoke regarding traffic impacts on Carriage Road and requested dedica-
tion of right-of-way for a new road alignment they want in order to connect
Saddlewood Drive to Palisades Drive.
Speaking in favor of staff recommendation:
Elaine Flynn, 14138 Arbolitos Drive, asked about the installation of traffic
control signs in the area.
Dave Phares, Vice-President, Standard Pacific, 7290 Clairemont Mesa
Boulevard, San Diego, requested revisions to the conditions of approval
requiring sidewalks on Palisades Court; and allowing the homeowners to
place the "free" tree where they wish in their landscaping.
Assistant City Manager Fitch stated that the proposed revision regarding the
required number of trees to be planted according to the homeowner's approved
landscape plans could be incorporated into the conditions of approval, however,
sidewalks should be required.
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Council concurred that the neighbors' concerns regarding speeding and traffic
control on Carriage Road have been appropriately referred to the Traffic Safety
Committee for neighborhood input and review, and that a report will be brought
back.
Motion by Councilmember Kruse, seconded by Councilmember Goldsmith, to close the
public hearing, issue a Negative Declaration, and adopt Planning Resolution No.
P-go-18 entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway,
California, Approving Tentative Tract Map 89-15 and Development Review 89-36,
Assessor's Parcel Number 323-262-09 and 10," as revised to Landscaping, Page 4,
Paragraph 2 to add "... or the required number of trees shall be planted
according to the homeowner's approved landscape plan." Motion carried 4-1, with
Councilmember Emery voting "no."
ITEM 6
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 90-02
APPLICANT: CITY OF POWAY
Mayor Higginson opened the public hearing. Staff report by Assistant City
Manager Fitch. This is a request to utilize an existing modular building as
office and meeting space for non-profit community groups. The trailer was ori-
ginally approved for use as a temporary sales office by the developer of the
Pomerado Business Park and is located at 12951 Metate Lane across from the
western entrance to Poway Royal Estates mobile home park. Staff had originally
identifed a particular non-profit community group to be the first occupant.
Since that time, requests have been received from other non-profit groups for
consideration. Staff recommends approval of Conditional Use Permit and that
Council direct staff to bring back a report on criteria for use of City facili-
tes by community groups.
There was no one present wishing to speak.
Motion by Councilmember Emery, seconded by Councilmember Kruse, to close public
hearing, adopt Planning Resolution No. P-90-19 entitled, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving Conditional Use Permit
90-02, Assessor's Parcel Number 317-222-19," and direct staff to bring back a
report regarding criteria for use of City facilities by non-profit community
groups along with an inventory of City facilities. Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 7
MODIFICATION OF FLAT FEE SYSTEM FOR
PLAN CHECK AND INSPECTION SERVICES
Mayor Higginson opened the public hearing. Staff report by Assistant City
Manager Fitch. On September 27, 1988, the City Council adopted Resolution
88-107 implementing a flat fee schedule for plan check and inspection services.
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Staff recommends that the flat fee system be modified to allow a developer depo-
sit system where the actual costs are charged for two types of projects: lot
improvements under the Planned Community designation; and projects jointly
funded by private and public interests such as redevelopment projects or reim-
bursed public facilities.
There was no one present wishing to speak.
Motion by Councilmember Brannon, seconded by Councilmember Goldsmith, to close
the public hearing, and adopt Resolution No. 90-029 entitled, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Modifying a Flat Fee System
for Plan Check and Inspection Services and Rescinding Resolution No. 88-107."
Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 7.1
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 86-02R(2)
POWAY CORPORATE CENTER
APPLICANT: AMERICAN NEWLAND ASSOCIATES
Mayor Higginson stated that this public hearing was continued from the February
20, 1990 City Council meeting. Introduction by Assistant City Manager Fitch.
Staff report by Assistant Planning Services Director Streeter. This is a
request to subdivide 165 acres into 98 lots to be known as Poway Corporate
Center, located south of Kirkham Road and South Poway Parkway, and west of G
Street in the South Poway Industrial Park. These lots will be developed for
industrial and light industrial use, including a reclaimed water tank site, a
mini-park site, and approximately 79 acres designated as open space. A borrow
site is included in the tentative map for Phase I grading to allow Parkway
Partners to perform off-site grading on American Newland's property. The
material will balance the grading required for TTM 87-13 Unit I. As a condition
of approval, landscaping of exterior slopes would be required within six months
of final grading. On January 30, 1990, Council determined that this project met
the public benefit standards necessary for reservation of sewer capacity from
the Redevelopment category and issued a statement of sewer availability. Staff
recommends revisions to the conditions of approval to provide for reimbursement
of a pro-rata share of actual costs to CF Poway for Kirkham Road improvements
and the Gregg Street resevoir and pump station; and to require an open space
easement and recordation of an Irrevocable Offer of Dedication over Lots 97 and
98.
Speaking in favor of staff recommendation:
Margaret Williams, 11674 Creek Road, requested buildings not be visible from
the Creek Road area.
Jim Whalen, Newland California, 9404 Genesee Avenue, La Jolla
In response to Council concerns, City Attorney Eckis recommended language be
added to the resolution stating that the visibility of buildings from the south
and west will be considered at the time of development review.
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Motion by Councilmember Goldsmith, seconded by Councilmember Kruse, to close the
public hearing, and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-90-20 entitled, "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving
Tentative Tract Map 86-02R{2}, Assessor's Parcel Number 320-032-01, and
317-280-07," as revised regarding Kirkham Road and Gregg Street pump station and
reservoir pro-rata costs reimbursement; open space easement and IOD for Lots 97
and 98; and building visibility to be reviewed at time of development approval.
Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 8
REPORT REGARDING CITIZEN INQUIRY
POWAY ROAD SOUNDWALL - SUNRISE RANCH
Staff report by Assistant City Manager Fitch. On November 28, 1989, the City
Council received a report regarding the Poway Road soundwall in response to an
inquiry at the October 31, 1989 meeting from Mr. Bill Barnick, Lot 33, Sunrise
Ranch Tract Map 4185. Council directed staff to perform an on-site inspection
to verify footing sizings, amount of retaining soil against wall, and analyze
stability. The consulting engineer has conducted an on-site field inspection
and prepared a report finding that the soundwall, as constructed, meets the
appropriate design criteria and is structurally safe. Staff recommends that
Council receive and file the report.
Speaking in opposition to staff recommendation:
Bill Barnick, 14645 Sunrise Canyon Road
Council concurred to receive and file the report.
ITEM 9
STATEMENT OF SEWER AVAILABILITY APPEAL FOR
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 84-10 LOT SPLIT
APPLICANT: PHILIP BUTZEN
Staff report by Assistant City Manager Fitch. The applicant is appealing a
staff decision that approval of a septic system for a lot split on Lot 5 of TM
84-10, located at the eastern end of Monte Vista Road, east of Pomerado
Hospital, does not meet City standards. The applicant proposes to create a new
lot for the development of a single family house designed as a residential care
facility. Currently, there is no sewer capacity available for new residential
projects under the sewer allocation plan adopted by the Council in December,
1989. Staff does not recommend use of an interim septic system due to the pro-
ject's proximity to the hospital, an existing sewer system, and the fact that
the length of time for the sewer moratorium is unknown.
Speaking in opposition to staff determination:
Philip Butzen, 12630 Monte Vista Road, Suite 203, applicant, requested allo-
cation of one EDU of sewer capacity.
City Attorney Eckis recommended that the findings for allocation of sewer capa-
city be brought back in a resolution for adoption by the City Council.
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Following discussion, motion by Councilmember Kruse, seconded by Councilmember
Emery, to approve the issuance of a statement of availability for one EDU from
the reserve category, and direct staff to bring back resolution setting forth
the findings for allocation of sewer capacity. Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 10
STATEMENT OF SEWER AVAILABILITY APPEAL FOR
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 89-05
APPLICANT: POWAY SUMMIT ESTATES/DELCO HAGAN
Staff report by Assistant City Manager Fitch. The applicant is appealing a
staff decision that approval of a septic system for a 13 minimum one acre lot
residential subdivision, {TTM 89-05), located at the northwest corner of Poway
Road and Espola Road, does not meet City standards. Under the current sewer
allocation plan, there is no sewer capacity for new residential projects. Staff
does not recommend use of an interim septic system in a residential area which
would normally connect to the public sewer system if the capacity were
available, and the fact that the length of time for the sewer moratorium is
unknown.
Speaking in opposition to staff determination:
Delco Hagan, Sun West Development, Inc., P.O. Box 931, Carlsbad, applicant,
requested approval of an interim septic system until additional sewer
capacity becomes available.
Council concurred that they could not approve an interim septic system for con-
nection to the sewer system at a later date, and stated that it would be similar
to allocating capacity not yet available.
Motion by Councilmember Kruse, seconded by Councilmember Emery, to deny the
appeal until additional sewer capacity is available. Motion carried unani-
mously.
ITEM 11.1
BALLOT MEASURES FOR JUNE 5, 1990 SPECIAL ELECTION
Assistant City Manager Fitch stated that this item was continued from January
20, 1990. City Attorney Eckis stated that the City Council directed staff to
place two ballot measures on the June 5, 1990 ballot: 1} asking the voters if
they want to directly elect a mayor for a term of four years; and 2} General
Plan Amendment 89-04F which would permit churches and other religious uses on
rural residential property with a natural slope greater than ten percent as
required under the provisions of Proposition FF. The City Attorney's analyses
of the two ballot measures has been prepared. Staff recommends adoption of five
resolutions: 1} calling the election; 2) requesting the County of San Diego to
consolidate with the state-wide primary; 3) authorizing the Council to file
arguments; 4) submitting the directly elected mayor measure to the voters; and
5} submitting the General Plan amendment to the voters; and appropriation of
$7,000 from the general fund reserves for the election expense.
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Motion by Councilmember Kruse, seconded by Councilmember Emery, to adopt
Resolution No. 9D-030 entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Poway, California, Calling and Giving Notice of the Holding of a Special
Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, June 5, 1990, for the Submission to
the Voters Certain Questions," Resolution No. 90-031 entitled, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Requesting the Board of
Supervisors of the County of San Diego to Consolidate a Special Municipal
Election to be held on June 5, 1990, with the Statewide Primary Election to be
held on the Date Pursuant to Section 23302 of the Elections Code," Resolution
No. 90-032 entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway,
California, Authorizing its Members to File a Written Argument or Arguments
Regarding City Measures and Directing the City Attorney to Prepare an Impartial
Analysis," Resolution No. 90-033 entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of
the City of Poway, California, Submitting to the Qualified Electors of the City
a Measure Relating to the Direct Election of a Mayor for a Four Year Term," and
Resolution No. 90-034 entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Poway, California, Submitting to the Qualified Electors of the City a Measure
Permitting Religious Institutional Uses on Natural Slopes of Greater than Ten
Percent in Rural Residential Areas," and approval of appropriation of $7,000
from the unappropriated general fund reserves for the June 5, 1990 Special
Election. Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 11.2
CONCEPTUAL PLAN FOR SILVERSET PARK
Assistant City Manager Fitch stated that this item was continued from the
February 20, 1990 City Council meeting in order to consider a request from the
public regarding the possibility of including two baseball fields in the final
conceptual plan for Silverset Park. The park site is located off Silverset
Street north of Triumph Drive. On December 12, 1989, the City and the
Redevelopment Agency approved a Disposition and Development Agreement with
Standard Pacific which included funds for the design and construction of a park
on the Silverset surplus school property site. A neighborhood meeting was held
in January, 1990 to obtain public comment on the park's conceptual plan, which
was subsequently reviewed and approved by the Parks and Recreation Committee.
The plan includes a baseball field, soccer field, basketball court, restroom,
tot lot, picnic area, walking/jogging trail, parking lot and securty lights.
Staff has reviewed the request for additional baltfields and recommends approval
of the original design with one baseball field, a basketball court and a soccer
field. If the Council desires to alter the design, a neighborhood meeting
should be held before final approval.
Speaking in favor of staff recommendation:
Donna Meyers, 13116 Poway Hills Drive
Tom Elder, 14749 Fieldview Way
Alan Sugarman, 13385 Fallen leaf Road, Chairman Parks and Recreation
Committee, stated that the Committee reviewed the park design with only
one baseball field.
Mary Whitehead, 14608 Brookstone Drive
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The neighbors spoke against adding an additional playing field and supported the
park's original conceptual plan with one baseball field. They also requested
assurances that organized sports would not be allowed.
Council concurred that organized sports cannot be prohibited from using neigh-
borhood parks as long as there is a shortage of ballfields in the community.
Motion by Councilmember Emery, seconded by Councilmember Kruse, to approve the
original conceptual plan for Silverset Park. Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 20
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
Assistant City Manager Fitch stated that the San Diego County Board of
Supervisors voted to support Poway's application to SANDAG for TransNet funding
for Poway Grade interim improvements.
ITEM 21
CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
City Attorney Eckis requested a closed session be held to discuss pending liti-
gation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9{c).
CITY COUNCIL-INITIATED ITEMS
22. A.
Councilmember Brannon stated that she has been selected as moderator
for the Clean Water Program Governance Advisory Group.
Councilmember Brannon stated that on February 20, lg90, she testified
before the State Water Board at the request of the San Diego County
Water Authority regarding standards for live stream discharge.
Ce
Councilmember Brannon stated that the Mid-County Transportation
Coalition has received a matching funds state grant of $60,000 for
setting up a Transportation Management Association.
24. A.
Councilmember Goldsmith requested a workshop be held to discuss the
possibility of starting a household hazardous materials collection and
transfer center.
Council concurred to schedule for the March 8, 1990 workshop.
Councilmember Goldsmith stated he was removing this item from the
calendar since staff is working on a report which will come to Council
in the near future.
25. Councilmember Kruse stated that due to time constraints caused by his job,
he was resigning as the City's SANDAG representative, an appointment he has
held for the past six years. Motion by Councilmember Brannon, seconded by
Councilmember Kruse, to nominate Councilmember Goldsmith as the City's
SANDAG representative. Motion carried unanimously.
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CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Higginson called for a closed session at 10:58 p.m. as requested by the
City Attorney.
(Councilmember Emery left the meeting at 10:58 p.m.}
P.~,LL TO ORDER AgD AI~OURgMEgT
Mayor Higglnson called the meeting back to order at 11:24 p.m., with all
Councilmembers present except for Councilmember Emery, and stated that no action
was taken in closed session. Upon motion by Councilmember Brannon, seconded by
Councilmember Kruse, Mayor Higginson ordered the meeting adjourned. The time of
adjournment was 11:25 p.m.
Marjorie K. 'Wahlsten, City Clerk
City of Poway
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