CITY OF POWAY
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
August 16, 2022
City Council Chambers
13325 Civic Center Drive, Poway, California
(Per Government Code 54953)
(Meeting Called to Order as City Council/City of Poway Planning Commission/Poway Housing Authority/Public Financing Authority and Successor Agency to the Poway Redevelopment Agency)
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Vaus called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Barry Leonard, Caylin Frank, Dave Grosch, John Mullin, Steve Vaus
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT
City Manager Chris Hazeltine; Assistant City Manager Wendy Kaserman; City Attorney Alan Fenstermacher; Development Services Director Bob Manis; Human Resources and Risk Management Director Jodene Dunphy; Finance Director Aaron Beanan; Director of Public Works Eric Heidemann; Director of Community Services Audrey Denham; Fire Chief Jeff Chumbley; Captain Karla Menzies, Sheriff's Department
(Note: Hereinafter the titles Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Councilmember, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, City Attorney, City Clerk and Director of Finance shall be used to indicate Mayor/Chair, Deputy Mayor/Vice Chair, Councilmember/Director, City Manager/Executive Director, Assistant City Manager/Assistant Executive Director, City Attorney/Counsel, City Clerk/Secretary and Director of Finance/Finance Officer.)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Deputy Mayor Mullin led the Pledge of Allegiance.
MOMENT OF SILENCE
Mayor Vaus led a moment of silence.
PRESENTATIONS
None.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Murray Bankhead spoke regarding the Poway Rodeo and encouraged participation. 1 of 7
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Yuri Bohlen promoted the upcoming Mossy Nissan blood drive sponsored by the Red Cross.
Tammy Slater spoke regarding resident request to have a gate installed at South Metate Trailhead.
Sandra Butterfield (via teleconference) spoke in opposition to the proposed closure of Palomar Health Geriatric Psychiatric Unit.
Jon Gador (via teleconference) spoke in opposition to the proposed closure of Palomar Health Geriatric Psychiatric Unit.
Ladybug McFly (via teleconference) spoke regarding LGBTQIA matters.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Vaus pulled Items 5 and 7 for discussion.
Motioned by Deputy Mayor Mullin, seconded by Councilmember Frank to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 through 4 and 6. Motion carried 5/0 by the following roll -call vote:
Ayes:
Leonard, Frank, Grosch, Mullin, Vaus
Noes:
None
Abstained:
None
Absent:
None
Disqualified:
None
Deputy Mayor Mullin recused himself from items 5 and 7, noting the applicant is a source of income for a business in which he owns interest. He exited the dais at 7:17 p.m.
Motioned by Councilmember Leonard, seconded by Councilmember Grosch to approve Consent Calendar Items 5 and 7. Motion carried 4/1 by the following roll -call vote:
Ayes:
Leonard, Frank, Grosch, Vaus
Noes:
None
Abstained:
None
Absent:
None
Disqualified:
Mullin
Deputy Mayor Mullin returned to the dais at 7:52 p.m.
1. Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinances on this Agenda
2. Adoption of Resolution No. 22-061 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Finding and Declaring the Continued Existence of an Emergency within the City due to the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Global Pandemic"
3. Adoption of Resolution No. 22-062 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute, On Behalf of the City, An Inter - Agency Service Agreement with the Palomar Community College District' 2of7
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4. City's Investment Report as of June 30, 2022
5. Approval of Final Map for Tentative Tract Map 16-005 (Lyon Estates Subdivision); Tyler Sandstrom, Applicant (APNs: 314-370-05-00 and 314-032-01-00) Lori Grennan spoke regarding conservation and in opposition to item 5.
Shari Dunbar spoke regarding conservation and in opposition to item 5.
Jeffrey Schmidt (via teleconference) spoke regarding conservation and in opposition to item
5. 6. Award Acceptance of the FY 21-22 Water Valve Replacement Project; Bid No. 22-003, with M-Rae Engineering, Inc., as Complete
7. Adoption of Resolution No. 22-063 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Accepting Real Property at the East End of Larchmont Street Lying Within County of San Diego Tract Map 2865-5, Map No. 7578"
Billy Sheldon spoke regarding blasting concerns, trail safety hazards and in opposition to item 7.
8. Adoption of Resolution No. 22-064 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving and Authorizing Deposit and Withdrawal of Monies on Behalf of the City of Poway in the Local Agency Investment Fund"
9. Adoption of Resolution No. 22-065 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Successor Agency to the Poway Redevelopment Agency, Approving and Authorizing Deposit and Withdrawal of Monies on Behalf of the Successor Agency in the Local Agency Investment Fund"
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
None.
ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTIO
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
10. Resolution Adopting the Report on City's Water Quality Relative to Public Health Goals for 2019-2021
Mayor Vaus opened the public hearing 7:52 p.m.
Assistant Director of Public Works -Utilities Troy DePriest presented the item along with a PowerPoint presentation.
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Public Comment:
Yuri Bohlen spoke regarding Public Health Goals (PHG's), the length of the clinical trials and suggested consideration of a healthier treatment option then chemicals.
End of Public Comment.
Mayor Vaus closed the public hearing at 8:00 p.m.
Council discussion ensued.
Motioned by Mayor Vaus, seconded by Deputy Mayor Mullin to adopt Resolution No. 22-066 entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Adopting the Report on the City's Water Quality Relative to Public Health Goals for 2019-2021 ". Motion carried unanimously.
STAFF REPORTS:
11. Safe Poway Program Introduction and Authorization
Assistant City Manager Wendy Kaserman introduced the item, followed by a PowerPoint presentation by Captain Mike Rand of the San Diego Sheriff's Department. Ms. Kaserman noted the City of Poway's long partnership with the San Diego County Sheriffs Department, and added that together, the two agencies are constantly looking for new and innovative tools to help enhance safety, prevent crime, and give law enforcement more tools to investigate and prosecute. The proposed program has two primary components, one which include visible cameras placed throughout the City as a deterrent and the second provides the option to businesses and residents to voluntarily provide access to their personal video either live or recorded. Ms. Kaserman noted this is the Sheriff Department's program and the City may wish to add more cameras than the Sheriff's Department will provide and/or license plate reader technology, an appropriation request of up to $35,000 would cover these cost.
Captain Mike Rand of the San Diego Sheriff's Department reiterated Ms. Kaserman's report, he noted program benefits to the City and its residents, he discussed a successful pilot program in the City of Lemon Grove and provided details on camera equipment.
Public Comment:
Yuri Bohlen spoke in support of the Safe Poway Program
End of Public Comment.
At the request of Council, Captain Rand discussed video footage storage, he noted footage would only be accessible to Sheriff Department staff He added that 5 cameras are included in the program with an option add more.
Mayor Vaus proposed the creation of a City Council subcommittee consisting of himself and Councilmember Frank that will assist with disseminating information about the program to residents and businesses.
Motioned by Mayor Vaus, seconded by Councilmember Leonard to approve the City's participation in the Sheriff's Safe Poway Program, authorize the City Manager in 4of7
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conjunction with the subcommittee consisting of Mayor Vaus and Councilmember Frank to execute the related Memorandum of Understanding with the Sheriffs Department, and authorize the appropriation of up to $35k to fund additional cameras/technology not funded by the Sheriff's Department. Motion passed unanimously.
12. Comprehensive Sign Permit (CSP) 22-0003; a request to allow three freestanding signs greater than eight feet in height (up to 11 feet) for Palomar Medical Center located at 15611 and 15615 Pomerado Road; APN: 275-461-15 / 275-461-14
Associate Planner JohnWilly Aglupos presented the item with a PowerPoint presentation.
Public Comment:
None.
End of Public Comment.
Council discussion ensued.
Motioned by Councilmember Frank, seconded by Councilmember Leonard to adopt Resolution No. 22-067 entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving Comprehensive sign Permit 22-0003 to Allow Three Freestanding Signs Greater than Eight Feet in Height; Assessor's Parcel Number 275- 461-15 / 275-461-14. Motion passed unanimously.
13. Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement and Right of Entry and License Agreement Between the Poway Housing Authority and Wakeland Housing & Development Corporation for the Monte Vista Affordable Housing Development Project (APN 275-460-61) Senior Management Analyst Marie Sanders presented the item with a PowerPoint presentation, followed by a presentation by Chief Executive Officer of Wakeland Housing and Development Company Rebecca Louie. Ms. Sanders stated the project is for the construction of 60 affordable rental units, targeting developmentally disabled adults, military veterans, and their families. She provided the site location, size, zoning requirement and noted surrounding businesses. Ms. Sanders explained the process to solicit proposals as a two-phase process and noted requirements. She added, after careful review of all submittals, including financing strategies and project designs, staff felt Wakeland presented a vision that best aligned with the desires of the Poway Housing Authority Board (Board). If negotiations are successful, staff anticipates bringing the Disposition and Development Agreement to the Board for consideration in the second quarter of 2023. Ms. Sanders added both the Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement and the right of entry agreement have been updated to reflect mutually accepted modifications. Most notably, the initial negotiation period has been extended from 180 days to 270 days with two 245 Day extensions.
Chief Executive Officer of Wakeland Housing and Development Company Rebecca Louie stated the enormous need for such a project in Poway, she reiterated the size of the project and the population it would benefit and serve. She noted their partnership with Interfaith Community Services.
Public Comment:
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Tony Rubino (via teleconference) spoke in support of the project.
End of Public Comment.
In response to Council questioning, Ms. Louie stated all affordable housing funding is competitive and the current funding plan is very realistic, she added she believes the financing will happen without delay. Ms. Louie agreed at the request of Deputy Mayor Mullin to have her team meet with community member Tony Rubino to discuss his vision for the common areas of the project in anticipation of making the common areas more inviting to the community. Ms. Louie noted plans for a Resident Service Plan Coordinator to be on staff to organize the services amongst the different resident groups including service advisor appointments and special resident events. She agreed to consider making the units available to widowed spouses of military members.
Development Services Director Bob Manis stated the land has been donated to the project in addition to City Attorney time.
City Council concurred this is an important project with the right partners in Wakeland Housing and Development Company noting a stylish design and underground parking for 138 vehicles which will allow for open space within the community.
Motioned by Authority Director Mullin, seconded by Authority Director Grosch to 1) Approve the updated Exclusive Negotiating Rights Agreement and Right of Entry and License Agreement with Wakeland; 2) Authorize the Executive Director to execute all necessary documents; and 3) Authorize the appropriation of $51,500 from the Housing Authority Fund (2900) to the Monte Vista Housing Site Project (MS012). Motion passed unanimously.
WORKSHOPS
None.
COUNCIL -INITIATED ITEMS:
None.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: Pursuant to AB1234 - (G.C. 53232(d))
Deputy Mayor Mullin expressed his gratitude to Battalion Chief Ortiz and the Poway Firefighters for including himself and his grandson in a station tour and ride along.
Mayor Vaus wished a fond farewell to City Engineer Melody Rocco.
CITY MANAGER ITEMS
None.
CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS (Including any public report of any action taken in closed session) None.
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ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:28 p.m.
Carrie Gallagher, CMC
City Clerk
City of Poway, California
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