Item 7 - Approval of Minutes
AGE:\DA REPORT SUMMARY
TO:
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
James L. Bowersox, City Man~
John D. Fitch, Assistant City ManagerCì:l1í
Marjorie K. Wahlsten, City Clerk~
February 7, 1995 ' J
FROM:
INITIATED BY:
DATE:
SUBJECT :
Approval of Minutes
ABSTRACT
The Minutes of the January 3, 1995, regular meeting and January 5, 1995, adjourned
regul ar meet i ng have been prepared and are attached for your approval.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Environmental review is not required according to CEQA guidelines.
FISCAL IMPACf
None
ADDITIONAL PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND CORRESPONDENCE
None
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Council approve the minutes of the Poway City Council
meetings of January 3, and January 5, 1995.
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CITY OF POWAY, CALIFORNIA
MIhuTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 3, 1995
The January 3, 1995, 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.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT AT ROLL CALL
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
Mickey Cafagna, Susan Callery, Bob Emery, Betty Rexford, Don Higginson
James Bowersox
Steve Eckis
John Fitch
Peggy Stewart
Bob Thomas
Mark Weston
Reba Wright-Quastler
Warren Shafer
Steve Blackwood
Patrick Foley
Penny Riley
Mari e Lofton
City Manager
City Attorney
Assistant City Manager
Director of Administrative Services
Director of Community Services
Director of Engineering Services
Director of Planning Services
Director of Redevelopment Services
Sheriff's Lieutenant
Principal Management Analyst
Senior Management Analyst
Deputy City Clerk
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Deputy Mayor Callery led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Higginson explained the procedure for Public Oral Communications.
was no one present wishing to speak.
There
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Councilmember Callery, seconded by Councilmember Emery to approve the
Consent Calendar as follows:
16.
18.
19.
20.
Approval of Minutes - City Council:
November 29, 1994, Regular Meeting
December 6, 1994, Regular Meeting
Ratific~ of Warrant Registers for the period November 28 to December
2, 1994; December 5, to December 9, 1994; December 12 to December 16,
1994. (401-10)
Appropriation of $8,800 from the unappropriated capital replacement fund
balance to purchase miscellaneous operating equipment for Lake Poway and
$11,000 to complete the City Building Reroofing project. (401-13)
Award of bid for Lake Poway Playground Project to Court Concepts of San
Diego in the amount of $50,049.14. (602-01, #1044)
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21.
22.
23.
24.
26.
27.
29.
January 3, 1995
Approva 1 of Cooperat i ve Agreement with Ca 1 iforni a Department of
Transportation (CalTrans) for Scripps Poway Parkway East project.
(602-01, #1045)
Report of Administrative Action Taken on City Council-Initiated and Public
Inquiry Items Through January 2, 1995. (701-10)
Approval of Extension of Law Enforcement Contract to June 30, 1995.
(602-01, #59)
Acceptance of Public Improvements and Release of Securities for
improvements at the southeast corner of Poway Road and Carriage Road,
Atlantic Richfield Company, developer. (602-01, #356)
Continued agreement with California Department of Fish & Game for
Interpretive Services at Blue Sky Ecological Reserve to January 17, 1995.
(602-01 #1006)
Approval of Amendment to Cooperative Agreement with California Department
of Fish & Game to conduct a six month trial period for bicycle access into
Blue Sky Ecological Reserve. (602-01 #1033)
Approval of meeting calendar for 1995,
additional meetings.
and method for cance 11 i ng
(701-01 )
Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 4 (203-02)
TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 89-16
APPLICANT: RAHI NIKRAVESH
Mayor Higginson stated this public hearing was continued from November 15,1994.
Staff report by Director of Planning Services Wright-Quastler. This is a request
to create four res i dent i a 1 parcel s on 2.83 acres near the southwest corner of 01 d
Stone Road and Old Pomerado Road. The applicant has submitted several revised
tentative maps to respond to concerns for an acceptable grading design for four
parcels. This site has an overall slope of approximately 19% which is steeper
than usual for RS-2 property and it has been very difficult to achieve the
maximum density under that zone while meeting all of the general plan
requirements. Previous recommendation was for denial due to concerns regarding
disturbance of the Friars formations soils. Because reduction of the number of
lots will not reduce the amount of disturbance to the site, and the proposed map
meets the minimum area and dimension requirements for the site, staff is
recommending ~val of the four-lot design.
There was no one present wishing to speak.
Motion by Councilmember Emery, seconded by Councilmember Cafagna to close the
public hearing, issue a Negative Declaration, and adopt Planning Resolution No.
P-95-01 entitled, "A Resolution of the City of Poway, Cal ifornia, Approving
Tentative Parcel Map B9-16, Assessor's Parcel Number 317-241-50 and 320-011-22
(PTN)." Motion carried unanimously.
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ITEM 5 (706-02)
ADJUSTED SPECIAL TAX LEVY
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT 88-1
Mayor Higginson stated this public hearing was continued from December 13, 1994,
however, the recommendation is to remove from calendar.
There was no one present wishing to speak.
Mot i on by Council member Emery, seconded by Council member Callery to approve staff
recommendation and remove from calendar. Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 6 (701-04)
ORDINANCE NO. 440 - SECOND READING
INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER PRETREATMENT PROGRAM
Mayor Higginson read the title of Ordinance No. 440, "An Ordinance of the City
of Poway, Cal ifornia, Adding Chapter 13.05 to the Poway Municipal Code to
Establish an Industrial Wastewater Pretreatment Program and Rescinding Sections
13.04.110 Through 13.04.130 of the Poway Municipal Code."
There was no one present wishing to speak.
Motion by Councilmember Emery, seconded by Councilmember Callery to waive further
reading and close the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by
Councilmember Emery, seconded by Councilmember Callery to adopt Ordinance No.
440. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
ITEM 7 (701-04)
ORDINANCE NO. 441 - SECOND READING
PAYMENT FOR REIMBURSEMENT
Mayor Higginson read the title of Ordinance No. 441, "An Ordinance of the City
of Poway, California, Amending Section 13.24.070 of the Poway Municipal Code
Regarding Payment for Reimbursement."
There was no one present wishing to speak.
Motion by Coun~ber Emery, seconded by Councilmember Cafagna to waive further
reading and close the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously. Motion by
Councilmember Emery, seconded by Councilmember Cafagna to adopt Ordinance No.
441. Motion carried unanimously on a roll call vote.
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ITEM 8 (203-08)
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 94-17
VARIANCE 94-10
APPLICANT: RIC AND BARBARA DUDECK
Mayor Higginson opened the public hearing. Staff report by Director of Planning
Services Wright-Quastler. This is a request for a conditional use permit and a
variance to legalize an existing second living unit 12859 Luiseno Drive. This
unit was built in 1973 as a 750 square foot room addition and later converted to
a separate living unit. Appraisal records indicate the presence of a second unit
at the time of purchase by the applicant in April, 1989. The applicant has
agreed to modify the square footage to 650 square feet to comply with current
City standards and to construct a covered carport adjacent to the east side of
the existing garage. A setback variance will be needed to permit a twelve foot
encroachment into the required twenty foot minimum side yard setback for the
carport. Staff recommends approval.
Speaking in opposition to staff recommendation:
Jim Seifert, 16344 Martincoit Road, representing Green Valley Civic
Association, stated second dwelling units pose a threat to the overall
General Plan.
Ed Muscat, 12865 Luiseno Drive, stated this unit was never used as a
rental prior to the DuDecks and he is opposed to a carport built so close
to his property.
In response to Council query, City Attorney Eckis stated that State law allows
Conditional Use Permits for second units to be decided on a case-by-case basis.
They can be denied if it is proven to be incompatible with surrounding
properties.
Speaking in favor of staff recommendation:
Ric DuDeck, 12859 Luiseno Drive, stated the property was purchased with
the second unit in place and has not been changed. He distributed a copy
the building report provided when they purchased the property in 1989
which shows a stove in it. He stated they have never tried to hide the
fact they were renting the un it.
Council discussion included questions regarding the number of renters, number of
autos, number of people residing on property, compatibility with General Plan,
controls prov~ by conditional use permits and whether disclosure had been
provi ded at t line-of purchase.
Motion by Councilmember Cafagna, seconded by Mayor Higginson to close the public
hearing and adopt ~anning Resolution No. P-95-02 entitled, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Poway, California approving Conditional Use Permit
94-17 and Variance 94-10, Assessor's Parcel Number 275-400-03." Motion carried
3-2 with Counc i 1 members Emery and Rexford vot i ng "no."
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ITEM 9 (203-08)
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 94-18
APPLICANT: SHARON DeYOUNG
Mayor Higginson opened the public hearing. Staff report by City Manager
Bowersox. This is a request for a conditional use permit to operate a truck
rental business within the City Center Plaza located at 13166 Poway Road. Staff
recommends approval.
There was no one present wishing to speak.
Councilmember Callery requested customers returning trucks between the hours of
10:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. be instructed to park the vehicles in the front of the
center, rather than behind the store to reduce the noise impact on the neighbors.
Motion by Councilmember Callery, seconded by Councilmember Cafagna to close the
public hearing and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-95-03 entitled, "A Resolution
of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving Conditional Use
Permit 94-18, Assessor's Parcel Number 317-101-09,31" as amended to change from
7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 10 (203-D8)
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 94-14
APPLICANT: HARRY ROGERS
Mayor Higginson opened the public hearing. Introduction by City Manager
Bowersox. Staff report by Director of Planning Services Wright-Quastler. This
is a request to legalize an existing horse boarding operation at a density of
more than 10 horses per acre and to provide for on-site worker housing for
property located at 14433 Tierra Bonita Road. This property has a total of 6.59
acres but is impacted by the floodway whi ch reduces the net area to about 5
acres. The applicant will relocate a large exercise arena in the floodplain area
allowing for replacement of corrals on higher ground. There are currently 113
horses kept on this site, the applicant has requested a limit of 146. Staff
recommends a 1imit of 115 horses on thi s site. The app 1 i cant also seeks approva 1
for the placement of worker housing on the property under this permit to be built
at a later date. This would not increase the density allowed under the current
zoning. Staff recommends approval with an addition to a site development
condition stating permanent housing for workers may be provided on site.
Speaking in f~r;cof staff recommendation:
Richard [Yimler, 12270 Corte Sabio, San Diego
Bea Reuel, 13710 Paseo Bonita
Speaking in opposition to staff recommendation:
Peggy Collette, 13969 Bernadotte Lane
Council questioned staff about the complaint history, noise issues and Council
approval of design and size of permanent worker housing.
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Motion by Mayor Higginson, seconded by Councilmember Emery to close public
hearing and adopt Planning Resolution No. P-95-04 entitled, "A Resolution of the
City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving Conditional Use Permit
94-14, Assessor's parcel Number 321-190-05" as amended to add the following to
condition 15 of site development, "Permanent housing for workers who are employed
on the property may be provided on site in conformance with building, sanitation
and other applicable codes. Design of worker housing shall be approved by the
City Council." Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 11 (203 04)
VARIANCE 94-13 AND DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 94-07
APPLICANT: SHEA HOMES
Mayor Higginson opened the publ ic hearing. Introduction by City Manager
Bowersox. Staff report by Director of Planning Services Wright-Quastler. This
is the development review phase of Tentative Tract Map 94-02 to approve the
design and placement of 62 single-family homes on the 9.92 net acre site located
at the northeast corner of Metate Lane and Pomerado Road known as Poway Oaks.
The homes will range in size from 1,680 square feet to 2,050 square feet, and
each model will be offered in four elevations and color packages. There are
three different types of variances required for a few of the lots. These include
rear-yard setbacks, street sideyard setbacks, and a vari ance from the zoning code
requi rement to provi de wide s i deyards on 25% for R. V. storage. The project
includes a pocket park with a fence and pedestrian access from Pomerado Road.
No restroom facilities or on-site parking are provided with the park. The price
range of the houses will qualify the bulk of them to be classified as affordable
and moderate income housing. Staff recommends approval.
Speaking in opposition to staff recommendation:
Joe Diaz, 12B20 Montauk, stated several reasons for opposing the project
and requested the area be left as open space.
Judy Hacket, 12505 Metate Lane, expressed concerns regarding the loss of
property with the widening of Metate Lane and increased traffic.
William Parmley, 12546 Metate Lane, expressed concerns about the loss of
property with the widening of Metate Lane, the density of the project and
increased traffic.
Councilmember Cafagna requested clarification of what changes will be necessary
to widen Me~- Lane. Director of Planning Wright-Quastler stated the
improvements wTr'r all occur on the north side of the street. There will be no
changes to the south side.
Ronald Stampfl, 12734 Pomerado Road, opposed the project because of the
density and stated when the tentative map was originally heard most people
were on vacation. He asked for more neighborhood input. If it's a "done
dea 1" he suggested that soundwa 11 s on the west and south sides be a
minimum of 80" high; that landscaping be placed between the soundwall and
the sidewalk; the pocket-park be gated to limit access to Pomerado Road;
there be no reduct ion in setbacks, and to not ra i se the exi st i ng 1 eve 1 of
the property.
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Speaking in favor of staff recommendation:
Ann Radosevich, 12B44 Montauk Street, stated she is in general approval of
the project but has concerns regarding loss of privacy caused by two-story
homes being built next to their single story homes and requested Shea
Homes hold some neighborhood meetings to address their questions.
Speaking in opposition to staff recommendation:
Jim Dutton, 12612 Metate Lane, objected to density of project.
Donald Samson, 12541 Metate Lane, objected to density of project
Luis Martinez, 12716 Montauk, objected to a soundwall facing Metate Lane,
the pocket park, density of the project and increased traffic.
Speaking in favor of staff recommendation:
Russ Haley, 10721 Treena Street, San Diego, representing Shea Homes,
stated issue was the development revi ew and not the tent at i ve map and
responded to questions that were raised. He stated Shea Homes had sent
letters to surrounding homeowners asking that they call with any
questions.
Council discussed the fact that the map has already been approved and concurred
Shea Homes shoul d hold a nei ghborhood meet i ng to di scuss the issues regardi ng the
soundwall, landscaping, access to the pocket park and placement of two-story
homes.
Mot i on by Counci 1 member Rexford, seconded by Council member Callery to cont i nue
public hearing to January 17, 1994, to allow developer to hold a neighborhood
meeting to address issues raised by residents related to the development review
and variances. Motion carried unanimously.
ITEM 12 (208-03)
GUIDELINES FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING
REHABILITATION PROGRAM FUNDED BY CDBG FUNDS
Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. The City Council previously approved
applying our 20th and 21st year Community Development Block Grant funds towards
the Affordabl~usi ng Rehabi 1 itat ion Program for very low- and low-income
famil ies whose11Ousing costs were too high to qual ify for the Redevelopment
Agency funded program. Staff has prepared guidel ines that differ from the
Redeve 1 opment Agency program in the income qual i fyi ng standards, the maximum loan
amount, and types of improvements that can be funded. Staff recommends approval.
Motion by Councilmember Emery, seconded by Council Callery to adopt the
guidelines with added language that applicants could receive funds from only one
program. Motion carried unanimously.
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ITEM 13 (1402-02)
RESPONSE TO CONCERNS/QUESTIONS
NEW POWAY LIBRARY
Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. On December 6, 1994, the Friends of the
Library presented a_list of concerns and questions regarding the new library.
Staff reviewed the list which included the operating costs of the new library,
staffing, revenue sources, the library capital improvement budget and site plan
issues and addressed them. Staff and some members of the Council have met with
some of the Friends and reviewed the questions and answers.
Council concurred to receive and file report.
ITEM 14 (1110-04)
STOWE DRIVE EXTENSION
Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. On December 6, 1994, Antonette Auburn,
a res ident of 01 d Pomerado Road area, requested i nformat i on regardi ng the
proposed connect i on of 01 d Pomerado Road to Stowe Dri ve at Pomerado Road and the
possibility of an emergency outlet from the cul-de-sac at the south end of Old
Pomerado to Scri pps Poway Parkway. The Stowe Dri ve extensi on is budgeted.
Design will begin this month and should be completed in June, 1996. An emergency
outlet is not feasible because of the extreme grade from Scripps Poway Parkway
to Old Pomerado Road.
Council concurred to receive and file report, 4-0, with Councilmember Callery out
of the room.
ITEM 15 (1503-06)
YMCA PRYDE PROGRAM
Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. On February 8, 1994, the City Council
approved an allocation of funds to implement a pilot after school intervention
and positive alternatives program for "at risk" students at Meadowbrook School.
This program has been very successful but can only serve approximately 20
students. The YMCA has proposed a program which would replace the previous
program and expand the level of participants and services. It is projected that
approximately 120 to 150 youth would eventually be enrolled. A total of $83,000
will need to be appropriated to fund this program for a three year period. Staff
recommends ap~l contingent on the signing of an agreement with YMCA.
Councilmember Callery reviewed the success of the current program and stated the
new program will also involve the families of the students.
Mot i on by Counc il member Emery, seconded by Counc i 1 Ca 11 ery to appropri ate $83,000
from the General Fund Reserve to fund the YMCA PRYDE Program for a three year
peri od cont i ngent on sign i ng an agreement with YMCA. Mot i on carri ed unanimously.
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ITEM 30
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
City Manager Bowersox announced that as of 7:00 p.m., there had not been a first
baby born to a Poway resident at Pomerado Hospitl in 1995.
ITEM 31
CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS
City Attorney Eckis requested a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation
pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(c), deciding whether to initiate
litigation, number of potential cases, 2.
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL-INITIATED ITEMS
32.
33.
34.
35.
36.
Councilmember Cafagna requested a review of the City's investments on a
quarterly basis because of the reported problems with Orange County and
San Diego County investment pools.
Don McKelvey, 13857 York Avenue, and Juil White, 13756 Sycamore Tree Lane,
asked questions about the City's participation in the San Diego County
pool
City Manager Bowersox stated staff prepares an investment report every
month. He suggested it be pulled off the Consent Calendar on a quarterly
basis to be discussed.
A. Councilmember Callery congratulated Teresa Clark on her appointment as
President of the Chamber of Commerce.
B. Council member Callery stated she had attended the Rose Parade and
congratul ated Poway High School Band on the performance at the Rose
Parade.
Councilmember Emery proposed he and Councilmember Cafagna be appointed as
a sub-committee to explore fund raising ideas for fireworks at Fourth of
July and Poway Days. Council concurred.
Councilmember Rexford requested that Council workshops start later than
4:30 p.ní'F âue to citizens' work schedules. Council concurred to start
workshops at 5:00 p.m. beginning in February.
A. Mayor Higginson appointed Dixie Heap to the Performing Arts Advisory
Commi ttee, rep 1 aci ng Cloyd Bedke who had res i gned; appoi nted
Counci 1 member Rexford to ADAPT and as representat i ve to the SANDAG
Housing Advisory Committee.
B. Mayor Higginson suggested the workshop to discuss library issues be
moved from Thursday, January 12, to Saturday, January 14, at 8:00 a.m.
Council concurred.
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CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Higginson called for a closed session at 9:55 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER AND ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Hi ggi nson called the meet i ng back to order at 11: 29 p. m., with all
Counci lmembers present. Upon motion by Council member Emery, seconded by
Councilmember Cafagna, the meeting was adjourned to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, January
5, 1995, motion carried unanimously. The time of adjournment was 11:30 p.m.
MarJorle K. Wahlsten, City Clerk
City of Poway
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CITY OF POWAY, CALIFORNIA
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 5, 1995
The January 5, 1995 meeting, adjourned from the January 3, 1995 regular
meeting of the City Council of the City of Poway, was called to order at 4:44
p.m., by Mayor Higginson at the City Council Chambers, 13325 Civic Center Drive,
Poway, California.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT AT ROLL CALL
Susan Callery, Bob Emery, Betty Rexford, Don Higginson
COUNCILMEMBERS ABSENT AT ROLL CALL
Mickey Cafagna (Councilmember Cafagna arrived at 4:45 p.m.)
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
James Bowersox
Steve Eckis
Mark Weston
Reba Wright-Quastler
Marie Lofton
City Manager
City Attorney
Director of Engineering Services
Director of Planning Services
Deputy City Clerk
PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Higginson explained the procedure for Public Oral Communications. There
was no one present wishing to speak.
ITEM 3 (203-11)
PRE-GPA 95-01
APPLICANT: EDDIE M. JOHNSON
Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. Thi s is a 1. 73 acre parcel developed wi th
a single family residence located on Budwin Lane, south of Twin Peaks Road. The
residence is constructed on the northern end of the parcel; the remainder of the
parcel is constrained by the 100-year floodplain of Rattlesnake Creek and is
undeveloped. The land is generally flat with a slight southerly slope toward
Rattlesnake Creek. The proposal is to redesignate the property from RR-C to RS-4
to make it compatible with the surrounding land use and zoning.
This was onc~¥t of a larger parcel of land and was subdivided prior to
incorporation cythe County of San Diego under a lot-averaging plan. They gave
the port i on of the property that was out of the fl oodp 1 a in the total dens ity the
entire property was entitled to and allocated building pads and lots based on
those that were flood-free. This property is zoned RR-C and would require a vote
of the people in accordance with Propos i t ion FF since it woul d increase the
density. .
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Joyce Johnson, 14535 Budwin Lane, stated there is enough room for two more houses
on the property. They felt they could proceed with this division of the property
because the floodplain lines have changed as a result of upstream improvements
and the only part that remains in the fioodplain is a small portion at the
southern end, leaving enough room for one to two more lots.
Council discussion included the history of the property and compatibility with
the General Plan. Council concurred they would not be in favor of a change in
zoning and that the applicant has the option of going directly to the voters to
apply for a change in zoning under Proposition FF.
ITEM 4 (705-13)
CONCEPTUAL FINANCING PLAN FOR
HIGH VALLEY ROAD ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
Staff report by City Manager Bowersox. The roads in the High Valley neighborhood
are currently maintained by the County under CSA 5. Previous Council direction
has required that the roadways be brought up to City standards before transfer
to the City maintained system. The original draft proposal would have cost $1.7
million. In working with the homeowners and their consulting engineer, this cost
has been reduced to approximately $900,000. The City retained an assessment
engineer to propose various ways to spread this cost. Staff recommends a
financing plan which includes a $125,000 contribution from the County of San
Diego, a matching $125,000 contribution from the City Street Improvement Fund and
a $100,000 contribution from the Water Fund to lower various water mains. The
ba 1 ance of the project costs, approximately $540,000, will be funded by the
assessment district paid by the High Valley property owners.
Director of Engineering Services reviewed the project including current CSA 5
boundaries, proposed assessment district boundaries and assessment zones; the
assessment per benefit unit with a cash payoff amount; the assessment per benefi t
uni t with an annual assessment amount fi nanced over a 20-year peri od; the
assessment per benefit unit and an additional contribution for Markar Road and
Eastva 1 e Road water 1 i nes with a cash payoff amount; and the assessment per
benefit unit and an additional contribution for Markar Road and Eastvale Road
water lines with an annual assessment amount financed over a 20-year period.
Director Weston discussed the proposed scope of the improvements and the timing
of the project. The next step is to designate an assessment engineer to prepare
a pre 1 i mi nary engi neer' s report and then proceed with the format i on of an
assessment district.
Council discussion included how financing over a 20-year period would be
accomplished and whether upfront bond costs were included in assessment amounts.
Director Weston stated the upfront costs are included in the annual assessment
cost but not the cash payout amount.
John Toliver, 15076 Eastvale Road, stated he is opposed to the improvements to
the road and requested a fire access road to the west.
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Dale Fields, 15387 Val i Hai Road, asked where the money would come from for
engineering costs and other work that would need to be done prior to selling
bonds in 1996.
Director Weston stated the City's $100,000 contribution from the Street
improvement Fund would pay the engineering design costs. When construction costs
are established, the remaining costs will be bonded. These assessment estimates
are based on the project cost of $900,000. If the construction bids are over
estimate, the assessments would be higher.
Elvira Walker, 14830 High Valley Road, asked if an owner would still be in the
assessment district if they make a cash payment.
Director Weston stated they would be in the district, but they would have a zero
assessment. Councilmember Cafagna pointed out they will also not have an annual
ma i ntenance fee for the road as they do under CSA 5.
Charles Hayes, 15147 Eastvale Road, asked about the possibility of saving money
by reducing the width of the road to 20 feet at the end since it serves very few
homes. He also asked if a Community Improvement Loan Program was available such
as used for Old Coach Road.
Director Weston stated the road was originally proposed to be 28' feet for half
of the length and the remaining half 24'. It was recommended to make the entire
road 24' feet in an effort to reduce the cost. Anything below 24' causes safety
concerns for fire truck passage.
City Manager Bowersox stated the Commun i ty Improvement Loan Program was intended
to be for smaller projects with less owners involved. They are also paid for
through the tax rolls.
Dan Stuessy, 15249 Eastvale Road, thanked Council, staff and BSI Engineering for
all of their efforts and contributions.
Motion by Councilmember Emery, seconded by Councilmember Callery to approve
conceptual financing plan and direct staff to bring back a resolution designating
an assessment engi neer to prepare a prel imi nary engineer's report. Mot i on carried
unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Higginson ordered the meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m.
MarJorie K. Wahlsten, City Clerk
City of Poway
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