CITY OF POWAY
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
July 7, 2026
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: Peter De Hoff, Christopher J. Pikus, Jenny Maeda, Steve Vaus STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT:
City Manager Chris Hazeltine; Assistant City Manager Tracy Stevens; City Attorney Alan Fenstermacher; City Clerk Carrie Gallagher; Director of Development Services Julie Procopio; Director of Finance Craig Schmollinger; Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Jodene Dunphy; Director of Public Works Eric Heidemann; Director of Community Services Audrey Denham; Fire Chief Brian Mitchell; Captain Claudia Delgado, San Diego County Sheriff's Office.
(Note: Hereinafter the titles Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Councilmember, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, City Attorney and City Clerk and Director of Finance shall be used to indicate Mayor/Chair, Deputy MayorNice Chair, Councilmember/Director, City Manager/Executive Director, City Attorney/Counsel and City Clerk/Secretary.) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Deputy Mayor Maeda led the Pledge of Allegiance.
MOMENT OF SILENCE:
Mayor Vaus led a moment of silence.
At this juncture, Mayor Vaus reordered the agenda to hear Items 1 through 6 of the Consent Calendar prior to Presentations.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Motioned by Mayor Vaus, seconded by Councilmember De Hoff to approve Consent Calendar Items 1 through 6. Motion carried 4/0 by the following roll -call vote:
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Ayes: De Hoff, Pikus, Maeda, Vaus
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
Disqualified: None
1. Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinances on this Agenda
2. Approval of the April 21, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
3. Award of Agreement to Shade Structure, Inc. dba USA Shade & Fabric Structures for the Lake Poway Softball Field Shade Structure Utilizing Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program Contract No. 101625-PLP-6
4. Award of Contract to Select Electric, Inc. for the Fire Station 2 Warning System Project; Bid No. 26-014, and Determination the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
5. Approval of License Agreement between the City of Poway and OpenGov for Software Licensing, Technical Support and Maintenance
6. June 2, 2026 Special Municipal Election Results and adoption of Resolution No. 26-034 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Reciting the Fact of the Special Municipal Election Held on June 2, 2026, Declaring the Results Thereof and Such Other Matters as Provided by Law"
Administration of Oath of Office and Presentation of Certificate of Election to Newly Elected Councilmember
• Councilmember District 2
Yuri Bohlen spoke in support of Item #6.
City Clerk Gallagher administered the Oath of Office to newly elected Councilmember Anita Edmondson.
Councilmember Edmondson made comments thanking her family, friends, and supporters and expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to serve.
Mayor Vaus recessed the Regular Meeting at 7:08 p.m. for a brief reception in the Council Chambers Foyer.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Vaus reconvened the Regular Meeting at 7:17 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Peter De Hoff, Christopher J. Pikus, Anita Edmondson, Jenny Maeda, Steve Vaus PRESENTATIONS:
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Poway Valley Senior Citizens Corp dba Friends of Poway Seniors - Check Presentation Mayor Vaus thanked the organization for its continued support of the City and recognized its contributions to the community, including more than $850,000 donated over the past five years.
The Mayor highlighted the exceptional programs and services provided through the Community Center and Senior Program, noting the positive impact these efforts have on residents and the City as a whole.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Nancy Bragg thanked City staff for their efforts addressing code enforcement concerns and acknowledged progress in improving neighborhood conditions, she requested information on how residents can submit public suggestions and ideas for community improvements.
Yuri Bohlen thanked the City for its July 4th celebrations and encouraged the continuation of the Red, White & WOW.! event as a community tradition.
John Mullin spoke regarding the adopted budget, expressed support for the Council's leadership and fiscal stewardship, and welcomed newly elected Councilmember Anita Edmondson.
Vanessa Springett congratulated Councilmember Edmondson on her election win and shared comments regarding community planning, thoughtful development, and preserving Poway's quality of life.
ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION:
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
7. 2025 Weed and Nuisance Abatement Charges to be Collected on the County of San Diego Tax Assessor's Roll for Fiscal Year 2026-27
Mayor Vaus opened the Public Hearing at 7:34 p.m.
Senior Management Analyst Darian Demerjian presented the item along with a PowerPoint presentation. She explained the focus of the City's annual Weed and Nuisance Abatement Program is to abate vegetation nuisance on City -owned and privately owned properties pursuant to Chapter 8.76 of the Poway Municipal Code. She noted private property owners identified in the program receive annual notices regarding vegetation management requirements and may either complete the abatement themselves or authorize the City's contractor to perform the work on their behalf.
Ms. Demerjian explained property owners who utilize the City's contractor may either pay the cost of the completed work, plus a $175 administrative fee, directly to the City or have the amount assessed as a fixed charge on their property tax bill. She added that 221 private property owners received notices in 2025 and the City's contractor completed abatement work on eight properties noting three property owners paid their invoices and five property owners will have the abatement costs added to their property tax bills. The total amount to be assessed on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Tax Roll is $22,520.43. 3 of 6
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Ms. Demerjian noted the first parcel listed in the resolution was updated due to an Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) change following the abatement, and the updated APN is 317-520- 7100.
Public Comment.
None.
End of Public Comment.
Mayor Vaus closed the Public Hearing at 7:37 p.m.
Council discussion ensued. Responding to Council questions regarding how the current year compares to previous years, noting the current year's total is slightly lower than the previous year but remains consistent with historical trends.
Motioned by Mayor Vaus, seconded by Councilmember Edmondson to adopt Resolution No. 26-035 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Poway, California, Approving the 2025 Weed and Nuisance Abatement Charges to be Collected on the County of San Diego Tax Assessor's Roll for Fiscal Year 2026-2027". Motion carried 5/0 by the following roll -call vote:
Ayes: De Hoff, Edmondson, Pikus, Maeda, Vaus
Noes: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
Disqualified: None
STAFF REPORTS:
None.
WORKSHOPS:
None.
COUNCIL -INITIATED ITEMS:
None.
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS and ANNOUNCEMENTS: Pursuant to AB1234 - (G.C. 53232(d))
Director of Public Works Eric Heidemann provided a milestone update on the Clearwell Replacement Project, announcing both Clearwell tanks were placed into service following completion of required testing and regulatory approval. He noted the dismantling of the temporary bypass system had begun and recognized City staff, project partners, the City Council and previous Councils for their efforts in delivering the project and improving water system resiliency.
Councilmember De Hoff reported on the Metro Wastewater Commission/JPA, noting the recent approval of updates to the agreement related to the City of San Diego's Pure Water Program. He 4 of 6
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stated the updated agreement would reduce liability, provide greater participation opportunities, and ensure fair rates for services.
Councilmember Pikus thanked City staff for their efforts in organizing the Fourth of July celebration at Old Poway Park. He also reported on the recent Amateur Radio Field Day (Ham Radio) event, noting the important role of local amateur radio operators in emergency preparedness and communications during potential power or communication outages.
Councilmember Edmondson expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to return to the City Council, noted the value of recent conversations with District 2 residents, and recognized staff for the success of the Fourth of July celebration at Old Poway Park.
Mayor Vaus recognized City staff for the success of the Fourth of July celebration at Old Poway Park and recognized Public Works staff for exceptional service and compassion in maintaining a memorial bench at Silversmith Park, he thanked staff and community partners for their efforts in restoring and replacing the memorial plaque.
CITY MANAGER ITEMS:
None.
CITY ATTORNEY ITEMS: (Including any public report of any action taken in closed session) Item 8: City Attorney Alan Fenstermacher reported out City Council voted 5/0 to approve accepting a donation of real property.
Items 9 through 13: City Attorney Alan Fenstermacher reported no reportable action.
CLOSED SESSION:
8. Conference with Real Property Negotiators
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Properties: APN 321-271-05-00; APN 321-200-46-00; APN 321-260-22-00; and APN 321- 260-27-00
City negotiators: Chris Hazeltine, Tracy Stevens, Julie Procopio Negotiating party: Niranjan (Nick) Paranjpye, RAAN LLC
Under negotiation: Price and terms
9. Conference with Real Property Negotiators
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Properties: 1 Boulder Mountain Rd., Poway, CA 92064; APNs 275-260-28-00, 275-470-21- 00, and 275-470-24-00
City negotiators: Chris Hazeltine, Tracy Stevens, Julie Procopio Negotiating parties: Lyle Arnold, Industrial Data Link Corporation Under negotiation: Price and terms
10. Conference with Real Property Negotiators
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: APN 321-110-52
City negotiators: Chris Hazeltine, Tracy Stevens, Julie Procopio Negotiating party: Todd Wiersum
Under negotiation: Price and terms
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11. Conference with Legal Counsel — Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: K&M Investments v. City of Poway, San Diego Superior Court Case No. 25CU055842C
12. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation — Two (2) Cases Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Cases: Endangered Habitats League, v. City of Poway, San Diego County Superior Court, Case No. 25CU030278C; Preserve Wild Poway, et. al. v. City of Poway, San Diego County Superior Court, Case No. 25CU033019C
13. Conference with Legal Counsel — Anticipated Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) — Significant Exposure to Litigation One (1) Case
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was recessed into closed session at 7:53 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:02 p.m.
Carrie Gallagher, CMC
City Clerk
City of Poway, California
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