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#IgUTE$ OF THE CITY COUI~IL REI~'ULAR #EETII~
IX~T~ER 1, 1991
The October 1, 1991, regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Poway, was called to order at 7:00 p.m., by Mayor Goldsmith at the City Council
Chambers, 13325 Civic Center Drive, Poway, California.
COUNC]'LNEI~ER$ PRESENT AT ROLL CALL
Don Higglnson, Kathy McIntyre, Tony Snesko, Jan Goldsmith
COUNCIL#EI~ER$ ABSEKI* AT ROLL CALL
Bob Emery
STAFF #E#BER$ PRESENT
James Bowersox
Marjorie Wahlsten
Steve Eckis
John Fitch
Bob Thomas
Mark Weston
Reba Wright-Quastler
Alan Archibald
Mark Sanchez
Steve Streeter
Garry MacPherson
Patrick Foley
Janis Acosta
City Manager
City Clerk
City Attorney
Assistant City Manager
Director of Community Services
Director of Engineering Services
Director of Planning Services
Director of Public Services
Director of Safety Services
Assistant Director of Planning Services
DART Program Manager/Battalion Chief
Principal Management Analyst
Management Analyst
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember McIntyre led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Goldsmith presented a proclamation to Director of Safety Services Sanchez,
proclaiming October 6-12, 1991, as Fire Prevention Week. Chief Sanchez invited
everyone to attend the open house at the Fire Station on October 11.
Mayor Goldsmith presented a Resolution of Appreciation to Mike Turner, District
Manager of the Target Stores, expressing appreciation for their $3,000 donation
to the Lake Poway Concert Series.
PUBLZC ORAL C(~NUN~CAT~ON~
Mayor Goldsmith explained the procedure for Public Oral Communications.
Reed Johnson, 14219 Community Road, stated the job site for Community
Road widening is unsafe.
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Bill Barnick, 14645 Sunrise Canyon Road, suggested the city look at
the empty Longs Drug Store as a potential interim library site.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember Higginson, seconded by Councilmember McIntyre, to adopt
the Consent Calendar as follows:
14. Approval of Minutes - City Council:
September 10, 1991, Regular Meeting
September 12, 1991, Adjourned Regular Meeting
September 17, 1991, Regular Meeting
16. Ratification of Warrant Register for September 12, 1991.
17. Approval of City's Investment Report for August 31, 1991.
18. Adoption of Resolution No.P-91-62, entitled, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving Minor Development Review
91-56, Assessor's Parcel Number 278-423-09."
19. Adoption of Resolution No. 91-111, entitled, "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Poway, California, Ordering the Expansion of Poway
Landscape Maintenance District 86-3 with the Annexation of CUP 90-18 into
Landscape Maintenance District 86-3 with Written Consent of Property Owner,
APN 317-472-19."
20. Approval of Amendment No. i to the December 11, 1990 agreement between the
City of Poway and the County of San Diego for integrated waste management
planning and funding, and appropriation of $110,676 to Special Studies
Account.
21. Approval of the transfer of $97,599.47 paid by TechBilt Corporation as
their proportionate share of the five acre park in South Poway from the
General Fund to the Sports Complex account. {5620)
22. Approval of class specification for Senior Recreation Supervisor.
23. Remove from calendar acceptance of public improvements and release of
securities for Tentative Tract Map 87-08, Stratford Communities, and
reschedule for October 22, 1991.
24. Approval of temporary sewer connection for Assessor's Parcel Numbers
321-210-64 and 321-210-65, 14238 and 14258 Mountain Road, Richard Leuthold,
applicant.
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Approval of the following positions on pending legislation: support SB 751
which gives cities two years to complete its maintenance of effort spending
for transportation; oppose SB 63 which would make two-member subcommittees
of the Council subject to the Brown Act provisions; oppose AB 1905 which
makes certain changes to the Subdivision Map Act; support AB 821 which
establishes a Video Consumers Bill of Rights; support AB 613 which allows
cities to use eminent domain powers to acquire unincorporated property for
park purposes as long as it is in the same county and is contiguous at one
point with the city.
Motion carried 4-0 with Councilmember Emery absent.
PRESEHTATIOH
Dennis Shirrel, President of the Poway Chamber of Commerce and member of the
Business Advisory Committee, presented a video which was prepared as an element
of the comprehensive marketing plan and will be used as a tool to bring
businesses to Poway.
ITEM 4
RAW WATER RATES
AGREEMENT WITH STONERIDGE COUNTRY CLUB
Mayor Goldsmith stated this public hearing was continued from September 10,
1991. Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. StoneRidge Country Club is
currently served by raw water taken directly from the aqueduct under an agree-
ment which expired in 1985. Staff proposes a new agreement and resolution
establishing the water rates. He reviewed changes to the agreement proposed by
staff.
Speaking in opposition to staff recommendation:
Don LaRoque, 11545 W. Bernardo Court, San Diego, attorney representing
StoneRidge. He stated he had only received the proposed agreement
changes today and have not been able to review them with his client.
Following discussion, motion by Councilmember Snesko, seconded by Councilmember
Higginson, to close the public hearing, adopt Resolution No. 91-112, entitled,
"A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California Establishing
Raw Water Rates for Fiscal Year 1991-1992," and approve the Agreement Respecting
Irrigation Water with StoneRidge Country Club, authorizing the City Manager to
clarify Section 3C regarding the owner's obligation to provide facilities for
reclaimed water if necessary. Motion carried 4-0 with Councilmember Emery
absent.
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ITEM 5
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 91-10
APPLICANT: ADI PROPERTIES
(Councilmember Higginson left the room.}
Mayor Goldsmith opened the public hearing. Staff report by City Manager
Bowersox. This is a request for a resubdivision of Lots 12, 13, 242-6, 33 and
34 of Tentative Tract map 87-13 into seven lots for light industrial use. Staff
recommends approval.
There was no one present wishing to speak.
Motion by Councilmember Snesko, seconded by Councllmember McIntyre, to close the
public hearing, find that the previously certified EIR adequately addresses
impacts; and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-91-63, entitled, "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving Tentative Parcel
Map 91-10, Assessor's Parcel Numbers 317-280-24 & 25; 317-810-01 Through -3, 10,
11." Motion carried 3-0 with Councilmember Higginson out of the room and
Councilmember Emery absent.
(Councilmember Higginson re-entered the meeting.)
ITEM 6
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 91-11
APPLICANT: BAVARIAN RENNSPORT
Mayor Goldsmith opened the public hearing. Staff report by City Manager
Bowersox. This is a request to locate a specialized BMW-2220 mechanical
restoration and refurbishing business at 12544 Kirkham Court in South Poway.
Staff recommends approval.
There was no one present wishing to speak.
Motion by Councllmember McIntyre, seconded by Councilmember Snesko, to close the
public hearing and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-91-64, entitled, "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California Approving
Conditional Use Permit 91-11, Assessor's Parcel Number 317-225-04." Motion
carried 4-0 with Councilmember Emery absent.
ITEM 7
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 88-17 TIME EXTENSION
APPLICANT: AHMAD SEDEHI
Mayor Goldsmith opened the public hearing. Staff report by City Manager
Bowersox. This is a request for a one-year time extension for TPM 88-17, a
four-parcel division located on the west side of Espola Road approximately 400
feet south of Del Poniente Road. Staff recommends approval.
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There was no one present wishing to speak.
Motion by Counctlmember Higglnson, seconded by Councilmember Snesko to close the
public hearing and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-91-65, entitled, "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving
Tentative Parcel Map 88-17TE, Assessor's Parcel Number 321-011-36." Motion
carried 4-0 with Councilmember Emery absent.
ITEM 8
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP 88-06 TIME EXTENSION
APPLICANTS: RICHARD AND ALLAN KUEBLER
Mayor Goldsmith opened the public hearing. Staff report by City Manager
Bowersox. This is a request for a second one year time extension for TTM 88-06,
a five lot division on the north side of Hidden Valley Drive. Staff recon~ends
approval
Council asked about the status of the abandoned earth moving equipment that was
to be moved from the property.
Richard Kuebler, applicant, stated the equipment will be removed within 45
days.
Motion by Councllmember Higginson, seconded by Councilmember Snesko, to close
the public hearing and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-91-66, entitled, "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, approving
Tentative Tract Map 88-06TE(2), Assessor's Parcel Number 323-071-06." Motion
carried unanimously.
ITEM 9
HORNET EXTERMINATION AT LAKE POWAY
Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. At the September 10, 1991 City Council
meeting, Council requested a report regarding the hornet eradication program at
Lake Poway. The hornets are a serious nuisance in August, September and
October, stinging both humans and animals. Staff closed the park and sprayed
with a mild solution of Malathion on September 10, which was ineffective. They
applied a solution of Sevin yesterday and will know the results in a day or two.
Council asked if there is a natural predator for the hornet; discussed potential
effects of the pesticide; suggested next year eradication efforts begin earlier;
requested staff investigate funding from Vector Control District; and combine
efforts with the Poway Unified School District since they are having problems in
the school lunch areas. Council concurred to receive and file the report.
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ITEM 10
COX CABLE FRANCHISE NEGOTIATIONS
Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. On September 3, lg91, the City Council
requested infomation regarding how the city can retain flexibility with a
15-year franchise. Staff is currently finalizing negotiations for a 15 year
franchise that includes a 5 and 10 year review. Also, any federally mandated
technical requirement changes will supersede the city's franchise. A public
hearing will be scheduled regarding the franchise renewal.
Council concurred to receive and file the report.
ITEMS 11 & 12
CITY CONTRIBUTION POLICY
DONATIONS TO 3 COMMUNITY GROUPS
Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. In order to respond to requests for
funds from various community groups, staff is reco~lwllending a Co.m,unity
Contribution Policy for Educational and Non Profit Programs. In response to
requests received recently, staff is recommending approval of $150 to For
Parents' and Kids' Sake for printing; $900 to Palomar Audubon Society for
Audubon Adventure program in Poway third grade classrooms; and $1,750 to Poway
High band for trip to Texas.
Speaking in favor of staff recommendation:
Bea Reuel, 13710 Paseo Bonita, representing Palomar Audubon Society, revised
their request to $960 since there are 32 third grade classrooms.
Following discussion, motion by Councilmember Higginson, seconded by Council-
member McIntyre to approve the Community Contributions Policy as amended to
delete "A". School activity or educational program for an individual student,"
from the policy. Motion carried 4-0 with Councilmember Emery absent.
Motion by Councllmember Higginson, seconded by Councilmember McIntyre to approve
the following contributions: $150 to For Parents' and Kids' Sake; $960 to the
Palomar Audubon Society; and $2,000 to the Poway High Band. Motion carried 4-0
with Councilmember Emery absent.
ITEM 13
TRAFFIC CONDITIONS ON STARRIDGE STREET
Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. On July 10, 1991, the City Council
requested a review of traffic conditions on Starridge Street adjacent to
Starridge Park. The Traffic Safety Committee is recommending various items,
including increased law enforcement since the main concerns of the residents
appear to be park rule enforcement rather than traffic.
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Following discussion, motion by Councilmember McIntyre, seconded by Council-
member Higginson, to approve the following~ 1) install additional decorative
boulders between the Starridge cul-de-sac and Carriage Road; 2} install special
"Park Visitors Use Carriage Road Parking Lot" signs in three locations; 3)
request additional law enforcement on Starridge Street particularly at night and
on week-ends; 4} install one additional street light on Starridge Street near
the cul-de-sac; 5) adopt Resolution No. 91-113, entitled, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Poway, California Establishing an Additional "No
Parking" Zone on Starridge Street Northerly of Amber Hill Lane." Motion carried
4-0 with Councllmember Emery Absent.
ITEM 13.1
PURCHASE OF PROPERTY AT METATE AND MONTAUK
Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. He gave the history of the Sunwood sub-
division located on 50.4 acres at the southeast corner of Metate and Montauk.
There are landslides underlying the area and the developer was unable to obtain
indemnification for potential damage to adjoining properties during grading. In
1987 they gifted the property to the Nature Conservancy. Since there are no
endangered plants or animals on the site, they are desiring to sell it and use
the funds to acquire environmentally sensitive property elsewhere. Staff is
recommending they be authorized to negotiate for the purchase of the property.
Council requested information on any increased liability rising from property
ownership and what uses could be placed on the property safely without building
a buttress. They also requested that, if negotiations are approved, the Nature
Conservancy be asked to use the funds in Poway.
Motion by Councilmember Higginson, seconded by Mayor Goldsmith, to continue this
item to October 8, 1991 and requested staff provide the requested information at
that meeting. Motion carried 4-0 with Councilmember Emery absent.
ITEM 25
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
1. City Manager Bowersox reported that water conservation efforts were 22% for
the week and 26% for the month.
2. City Manager Bowersox reminded the Council that appointments to the Poway
Road Specific Plan Advisory Committee will be scheduled for October 8.
City Manager Bowersox displayed two wooden horses that had been presented to
Marie Lofton, Administrative Secretary in the City Clerk's Office, by the
Mayor of Misawa, Japan, for the City.
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#AYORANO CITY L'~UI~IL-INITIATED ITEI~
28. Mayor Goldsmith reported on the September 27, lggl SANDAG meeting. They
voted unanimously on first reading for transfer of funds from Poway Grade to
South Poway Expressway. There are several new proposals for the airport and
Mayor Goldsmith requested the City Council hold a workshop to review the
airport issue.
30. Councilmember McIntyre requested: A) the Mayor and City Councilmembers
attend the League-sponsored Team Building Workshop with the City Manager in
January. It is a budgeted item; B) the City Attorney prepare information
sheets on the Brown Act and parliamentary procedure for the Committees; and
C} that the City Council use the voting lights in the Council Chambers.
AI~OURggEgT
Council concurred to cancel the workshop scheduled for October 3, lggl, and add
the item to the October 8, 1991 agenda. Upon motion by Councilmember Higginson,
seconded by Councilmember Mclntyre, Mayor Goldsmith ordered the meeting
adjourned. The time of adjournment was 9:15 p.m.
Marjor)e $. Wahlsten, City Clerk
City ot~p~way
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