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CLOSED SESSION
4:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
1. Roll Call: C. Garcia, J. Garcia, Martinez, Morasco, White
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
CLOSED SESSION
I. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Government Code section §54957.6) a. Agency Representative: Sean McGlynn, City Manager, or designee Employee Organization: Police Officers' Association Sworn Personnel Bargaining Unit b. Agency Representative: Sean McGlynn, City Manager, or designee Employee Organization: Police Officers' Association Non-Sworn Personnel Bargaining Unit c. Agency Representative: Sean McGlynn, City Manager, or designee Employee Organization: Firefighters’ Association Safety and Non-safety Bargaining Unit d. Agency Representative: Sean McGlynn, City Manager, or designee Employee Organization: ECEA Unit (SUP)
e. Agency Representative: Sean McGlynn, City Manager, or designee Employee Organization: Maintenance and Operations Bargaining Unit (Teamsters Local 911 and ACE)
II. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Government Code § 54956.8) a. Property: APN 2710301200 (Kit Carson Park)
b. Agency Negotiator: City Manager or designee
c. Negotiating Parties: The Rinks Foundation
d. Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Potential Ground Lease
III. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – PENDING LITIGATION (Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1))
a. Touchstone MF Fund I, LLC v. City of Escondido, LLC San Diego Superior Court Case No. 37-2020-00020856-CU-BC-NC And related cross-action
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor White adjourned the meeting at 4:48 p.m.
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MAYOR CITY CLERK
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REGULAR SESSION
5:00 PM Regular Session
MOMENT OF REFLECTION
City Council agendas allow an opportunity for a moment of silence and reflection at the beginning of the evening meeting. The City does not participate in the selection of speakers for this portion of the agenda, and does not endorse or sanctio n any remarks made by individuals during this time. If you wish to be recognized during this portion of the agenda, please notify the City Clerk in advance.
FLAG SALUTE
The City Council conducts the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of every City Council meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
Roll Call: C. Garcia, J. Garcia, Martinez, Morasco, White
PROCLAMATION
National Public Works Week, May 21-27, 2023
PRESENTATIONS
Historic Preservation Awards
Fourth Grade Save Water, Love Water Poster Contest
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Frederick Faith – Expressed concern regarding homeless encampments near the Escondido Creek.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion: Morasco; Second: C. Garcia
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1. AFFIDAVITS OF PUBLICATION, MAILING, AND POSTING (COUNCIL/RRB) -
2. APPROVAL OF WARRANT REGISTER (COUNCIL) -
Request the City Council approve the City Council and Housing Successor Agency warrant numbers:
373355 – 373547 dated May 10, 2023.
Staff Recommendation: Approval (Finance Department: Christina Holmes)
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Meeting of May 10, 2023
4. WAIVER OF READING OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS –
5. FISCAL YEAR 2021 ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANT (AFG) PROGRAM AWARD AND
BUDGET ADJUSTMENT
Request the City Council approve Resolution No. 2023-45 to authorize the Escondido Fire Department to accept FY 2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) funds; authorize the Fire Chief or his designee to execute grant documents on behalf of the City; and approve budget adjustments needed to spend grant funds. The Department of Homeland Security has authorized the City of Escondido to spend its funds on equipment to protect the public. The Fire Department will receive $29,727.27 from this award. (File Number 0480-70) Staff Recommendation: Approval (Fire Department: Rick Vogt, Fire Chief) Presenter: John Tenger, Deputy Fire Chief
a) Resolution No. 2023-45
PUBLIC HEARING
6. REVIEW AND AFFIRM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (“CDBG”), HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM (“HOME”) AND EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS (“ESG”) PRIORITIES IN THE 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND MAKE A SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE 2021 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
Request the City Council provide direction on the funding priorities for CDBG and HOME activities for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and adopt Resolution No. 2022-37, approving the substantial amendment to the 2021 Annual Action Plan. (File Number 0830-20) Staff Recommendation: Provide Direction and Approval (Development Services Department:
Andrew Firestine, Director of Development Services)
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a) Resolution No. 2023-37
Brian Wiley – Expressed concern regarding the closure of the Tiny Tots Program.
Maggie Lengel – Requested CDBG funding for Mama’s Kitchen.
Carlos Ramirez – Requested CDBG funding for Escondido COMPACT.
Jesse Stein – Thanked the City for funding Voices for Children with CDBG funding.
Rick Paul – Expressed concern regarding the staff report.
Lisa Turner – Requested funding for Palomar Family Counseling Service.
Elizabeth Smith – Requested funding more childcare options in Escondido.
Karin Brown – Requested funding more childcare options in Escondido.
Linda Davis – Requested funding more childcare options in Escondido.
Mary Brown – Requested funding more childcare options in Escondido.
Sarah Benson – Requested funding more services for the elderly community in Escondido.
Jessa Santangelo – Requested CDBG funding for WeeCare (childcare provider).
Motion: J. Garcia; Second: Morasco; Approved: 5-0
CURRENT BUSINESS
7. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO PROCESS A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT FOR A PLANNED OFFICE DESIGNATED PROPERTY ADDRESSED AT 855 BROTHERTON ROAD (PL23- 0160)
Request the City Council authorize City staff to accept and process an application for an amendment to the General Plan land-use designation from Planned Office (PO) to Urban V (U5) with a density of up to 30 dwelling units per acre (du/ac). (File Number 0830-20) Staff Recommendation: Approval (Development Services Department: Andrew Firestine, Director of Development Services)
Presenter: Jay Paul, Senior Planner
Alexander Garvin – Requested the Council define “affordable housing” as 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
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Motion: Morasco; Second: Martinez; Approved: 5-0
8. REIDY CREEK GOLF COURSE MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT
Request the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2023-43, authorizing the Mayor to amend the Golf Course Management Agreement (“Management Agreement”) with Escondido Golf, LLC, Inc. for the management and operation of Reidy Creek Golf Course. (File Number 0600-10; A- 3430)
Staff Recommendation: Approval (Communications and Community Services Department:
Joanna Axelrod, Deputy City Manager/Director of Communications and Community Services) Presenter: Vince McCaw, Real Property Manager and Tom Bugbee, Escondido Golf, LLC representative
a) Resolution No. 2023-43
Motion: Morasco; Second: J. Garcia; Approved: 5-0
9. BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
Request the City Council consider and vote on the Mayor’s appointments to serve on the following Boards and Commissions: Building and Advisory Appeals Board – Historic Preservation Commission – Library Board of Trustees – Planning Commission – Public Art Commission – Transportation and Community Safety Commission. (File Number 0120-10) Staff Recommendation: Approval (City Clerk’s Office: Zack Beck, City Clerk) Presenter: Mayor Dane White
Motion to appoint the following candidates: White; Second: C. Garcia; Approved 5-0 - Building and Advisory Appeals Board: Michael Delaney and Sean Abrahamson - Historic Preservation Commission: Marion Hanlon and Derek Escobar - Library Board of Trustees: Francis Bova and Megan Comer - Planning Commission: Judy Fitzgerald
- Public Art Commission: Postponed
- Transportation and Community Safety Commission: Lori Hatley and Lynn Graykowski Motion to reconsider item: White; Second: Morasco; Approved: 5-0 Motion to appoint the following candidates: White; Second: Martinez:
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- Library Board of Trustees: Francis Bova and Maribel Cruz Reyes - Planning Commission: Judy Fitzgerald
- Public Art Commission: Postponed
- Transportation and Community Safety Commission: Lori Hatley and Lynn Graykowski
WORKSHOP
10. FIVE -YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AND FISCAL YEAR 2023/24 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM BUDGET STATUS
Request the City Council review the proposed Fiscal Year 2023/24 Five-Year Capital Improvement Program and Budget and authorize staff to return with the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Capital Improvement Program and Budget for final adoption on June 21, 2023. (File Number 0430-30)
Staff Recommendation: Provide Direction (Finance Department: Christina Holmes, Director of Finance)
Presenters: Michelle Collett, Revenue Manager and Julie Procopio, City Engineer
FUTURE AGENDA
11. FUTURE AGENDA
The purpose of this item is to identify issues presently known to staff or which members of the City Council wish to place on an upcoming City Council agenda. Council comment on these future agenda items is limited by California Government Code Section 54954.2 to clarifying questions, brief announcements, or requests for factual information in connection with an item when it is discussed.
Staff Recommendation: None (City Clerk's Office: Zack Beck) Councilmember Morasco – Review of public comment process.
COUNCILMEMBERS SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS AND OTHER REPORTS
CITY MANAGER’S WEEKLY ACTIVITY REPORT
The most current information from the City Manager regarding Economic Development, Capital Improvement Projects, Public Safety, and Community Development. This report is also available on the City’s website, www.escondido.org.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor White adjourned the meeting at 7:45 p.m.
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MAYOR CITY CLERK
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