CC 1994 07-19 CITY OF POWAY, CALIFORNIA
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
OULY 19, 1994
The July 19, 1994, regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Poway, was called to order at 7:00 p.m., by City Clerk Wahlsten at the City
Council Chambers, 13325 Civic Center Drive, Poway, California.
COUNCILRERBERS PRESENT AT ROLL CALL
Mickey Cafagna, Susan Callery, Tony Snesko
COUNCILHEMBERS ABSENT AT ROLL CALL
Bob Emery, Don Higginson
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Marjorie Wahlsten
Steve Eckis
John Fitch
Peggy Stewart
Mark Weston
Reba Wright-Quastler
Randy Williams
Garry MacPherson
Penny Riley
City Clerk
City Attorney
Assistant City Manager
Director of Administrative Services
Director of Engineering Services
Director of Planning Services
Director of Public Services
Fire Battalion Chief
Management Analyst
SELECTION OF PRESIDING OFFICER
City Clerk Wahlsten stated that Poway Municipal Code Section 2.18.110(C) prov)des
for the selection of a presiding officer when the Mayor and Deputy Mayor are
absent. Motion by Councilmember Callery, seconded by Councilmember Cafagnato
select Councilmember Snesko to serve as Presiding Officer at this meeting.
Motion carried 3-0 with Mayor Higginson and Deputy Mayor Emery absent.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Callery led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PROCLAMATION
Presiding Officer Snesko presented a proclamation to Poway Firefighter Bill Clark
proclaiming July 29, 1994 as "Firefighter Appreciation Day."
PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Presiding Officer Snesko explained the procedure for Public Oral Communications.
The following persons were present wishing to speak:
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Bill Currie, 12917 Margate Avenue, recently hired as field representative
for State Assemblyman Goldsmith introduced himself to the City Council.
Jim Shea, 12423 Paseo Colina, spoke regarding the pending lawsuit with San
Diego Gas & Electric regarding the proposed 36" pipeline in Pomerado Road.
David Butler, 12729 La Vista Way, thanked staff for finally succeeding in
getting the illegal satellite dish removed from his neighborhood.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember Callery, seconded by Councilmember Cafagna to approve the
Consent Calendar as follows:
Approval of Minutes - City Council
June 23, 1994 Adjourned Regular Meeting
9. Ratification of Warrant Register - June 30, 1994
(401-10)
10. Approval of City's Investment Report as of June 30, 1994.
(408-01)
11. Acceptance of Golden Way Sewer line from C. E. Wilson Corp. (1813)
(602-01 #1009)
12. Award of bid for Materials Screening Plant to Hawthorne Machinery of San
Diego in the amount of $96,237.53. (601-03)
13.
Receive and file report of administrative action taken on City Council and
Public Inquiry Items. (June 7-July 5, 1994) (701-10)
14.
Approval of class specifications for Deputy Director of Administrative
Services and Computer Support Technician. (503-03)
Motion carried 3-0 with Mayor Higginson and Deputy Mayor Emery absent.
ITEM 5 (203-24)
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 94-08
MINOR DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 94-25
TEMPORARY USE PERMIT 94-45
APPLICANT: ULTIMATE CAR COMPANY
Presiding Officer Snesko opened the public hearing. Staff report by Assistant
City Manager Fitch. This is a request for a used car dealership at 14132 Poway
Road, immediately east of Olive Tree Lane. This property has been proposed for
the same type development as CUP 91-02 and CUP 93-05. The current project
proposes the installation of 1,344 square foot modular buildings for use as a
sales complex for a period of two years. At the end of two years they will be
replaced with a permanent building, along with a 2,800 square foot
repair/maintenance building. Staff recommends approval.
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Speaking in favor of staff recommendation:
Robert Richardson, 2802 State Street, Carlsbad, requested the Resolution
termination be changed to two years from occupancy rather than two years
from this meeting.
Motion by Councilmember Callery, seconded by Councilmember Cafagna to close the
public hearing and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-94-37, entitled, "A Resolution
of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving Conditional Use
Permit 94-08, Minor Development Review 94-25 and Temporary Use Permit 94-45,
Assessor's Parcel Number 323-190-58,60," amended as requested by Mr. Richardson
and clarified that parking will only be on paved areas and auto repair work will
be in the permanent building." Motion carried 3-0 with Mayor Higginson and
Deputy Mayor Emery absent.
ITEM 6 (203-24)
MINOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 94-05
CAPPUCCINO COTTAGE
APPLICANT: CHARLIE CHURCH
Presiding Officer Snesko opened the public hearing. Staff report by Assistant
City Manager Fitch. This is a request to operate a specialty coffee kiosk on a
permanent basis within the Lively Center at 13232 Poway Road.
There was no one present wishing to speak.
Motion by Councilmember Cafagna, seconded by Councilmember Callery to close the
public hearing and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-94-38, entitled, "A Resolution
of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving Minor Conditional
Use Permit 94-05, Assessor's Parcel Number 317-101-42." Motion carried 3-0 with
Mayor Higginson and Deputy Mayor Emery absent.
ITEM 6.1 (1160-01)
LEFT TURN RESTRICTIONS FROM
POWAY POST OFFICE
Staff report by Assistant City Manager Fitch. In May, 1992, signs restricting
left turns onto Midland Road from the Post Office's exit driveway were installed
at the request of the Postmaster. On June 8, 1994, City Council requested that
staff review conditions again at the driveway. The Traffic Safety Committee
recommends eliminating the left turn restrictions as it does not enhance traffic
safety in the public right-of-way.
Motion by Councilmember Callery, seconded by Councilmember Cafagna to approve
removal of the left turn restrictions at the Poway Post Office. Motion carried
3-0 with Mayor Higginson and Deputy Mayor Emery absent.
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CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
City Attorney Eckis requested three closed sessions:
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Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - §54956.9(a)
Case: San Diego Gas & Electric Company v. City of Poway, et al., Superior
Court No. 672505.
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Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - §54956.g(a)
Case: City of Poway on behalf of CFD 88-1 v. Parkway Business Centre
Partners Ltd., et al., Superior Court No. 672341.
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Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation - §54956.9(a)
Case: Sycamore Canyon Association v. City of Poway, Superior Court No.
674656.
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL-INITIATED ITEMS
16.
Councilmember Cafagna requested that staff look at conditions in Old Poway
Park as a result of the train accidents that occurred over the Fourth of
July week-end. Assistant City Manager Fitch stated it is being looked at.
19.
Councilmember Snesko requested an item be placed on the August 2, 1994
agenda regarding the horse ordinance and the establishment of an
Equestrian Commission.
CLOSED SESSION
Presiding Officer Snesko called for a closed session at 7:30 p.m. as requested
by the City Attorney.
CALL TO ORDER AND ADJOURNMENT
Presiding Officer Snesko called the meeting back to order at 8:30 p.m. and
adjourned the meeting on motion by Councilmember Callery, seconded by
Councilmember Cafagna.
sten, City Clerk
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