Council Meeting
Regular MeetingEscondido, CA · June 6, 2018
Minutes
CITY OF ESCONDIDO
June 6, 2018
3:30 P.M. Meeting Minutes
Escondido City Council
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Escondido City Council was called to order at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6,
2018 in the City Council Chambers at City Hall with Mayor Abed presiding.
ATTENDANCE:
The following members were present: Councilmember Olga Diaz, Councilmember Ed Gallo, Deputy Mayor John
Masson, Councilmember Michael Morasco, and Mayor Sam Abed. Quorum present.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
CLOSED SESSION: (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/RRB)
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Morasco and seconded by Councilmember Diaz to recess to Closed
Session. Motion carried unanimously.
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Government Code 04956.8)
a. Property: 2nd Avenue & Quince Street, APNs 233-022-21 & 233-022-23
City Negotiator: Jeffrey Epp, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: 555 W. Grand Avenue LLC
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Agreement
b. Property: 480 North Spruce Street, APN 232-091-28-00;
455 North Quince Street, APN 232-091-27-00;
525 North Quince Street, APN 232-091-06-00
City Negotiator: Jeffrey Epp, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: RAF Pacifica
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Agreement
IL PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION (Government Code §54957)
• City Manager
• City Attorney
DEPUTY MAYOR MASSON ABSTAINED FROM ITEM lb. AND LEFT THE CLOSED SESSION
ROOM.
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I ADJOURNMENT
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Mayor Abed adjourned the meeting at 4:42 p.m.
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CITY OF ESCONDIDO
June 6, 2018
4:30 P.M. Meeting Minutes
Escondido City Council
Mobilehome Rent Review Board
) CALL TO ORDER
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The Regular Meeting of the Escondido City Council was called to order at 4:45 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6,
2018 in the City Council Chambers at City Hall with Mayor Abed presiding.
MOMENT OF REFLECTION
Kelly Crews led the Moment of Reflection.
FLAG SALUTE
Councilmember Diaz led the flag salute.
ATTENDANCE:
The following members were present: Councilmember Olga Diaz, Councilmember Ed Gallo, Deputy Mayor John
Masson, Councilmember Michael Morasco, and Mayor Sam Abed. Quorum present.
Also present were: Jeffrey Epp, City Manager; Michael R. McGuinness, City Attorney; Bill Martin, Director of
Community Development; Julie Procopio, Director of Engineering Services; Diane Halverson, City Clerk; and
Jennifer Ekblad, Deputy City Clerk.
) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
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Judy Persing, Escondido, requested a stop sign at 9th Avenue and Hale Avenue to slow down traffic.
Emily Paige, Escondido, shared comments regarding sewer repairs near her residence and requested the
City pay for her to stay at a hotel until construction is completed.
I CONSENT CALENDAR I
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Gallo and seconded by Councilmember Morasco to approve all Consent
Calendar items with the exception of Item 6. Motion carried unanimously.
1. AFFIDAVITS OF PUBLICATION, MAILING AND POSTING (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR
AGENCY/ RRB)
2. APPROVAL OF WARRANT REGISTER (Council/Successor Agency)
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A) Regular Meeting of May 16, 2018 B) Regular Meeting of May
23, 2018
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4. FINAL MAP, ESCONDIDO TRACT SUB 16-0001, LOCATED AT 700 WEST GRAND AVENUE -
Request the City Council approve the Final Map for Tract SUB 16-0001, a single lot, 126-Unit Residential
Condominium Subdivision located at 700 West Grand Avenue. This Final Map approval includes a 13.5-
foot Street Vacation along Grand Avenue reserving therefrom a 5.0-foot public utility easement to the
City. (File No. 0800-10)
Staff Recommendation: Approval (Engineering Services Department: Julie Procopio)
5. CONTINUING EMERGENCY REPAIR OF FIVE SECTIONS OF ESCONDIDO SEWER PIPELINE
(HALE AVENUE UNDERPASS OF 1-15, Km DEALERSHIP PARKING LOT, SOUTH HALE
AVENUE, CASA GRANDE MOBILE ESTATES, AND GREEN TREE MOBILE HOME ESTATES);
CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 FOR THE SOUTHLAND PAVING, INC. AGREEMENT; AND RELATED
BUDGET ADJUSTMENT -
Request the City Council approve declaring that pursuant to the terms of Section 22050 of the California
Public Contract Code, the City Council finds there is a need to continue the emergency repairs of five
damaged sewer main sections along Hale Avenue. The resolution, which must be passed by four-fifths
vote, also declares that public interest and necessity demand the immediate expenditure to safeguard
life, health, or property. It is also requested the City Council approve authorizing Change Order No. 1
to the Public Improvement Agreement with Southland Paving, Inc. for an amount not to exceed
$386,610 and approve a budget adjustment of $386,610 from the Wastewater Operating Fund Reserve
to the Sewer Lines Capital Outlay to fund the emergency sewer main repairs. (File No. 0600-10 [A-
3242])
Staff Recommendation: Approval (Utilities Department: Christopher W. McKinney)
RESOLUTION NO. 2018-71
6. NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD GROUP STREET LIGHTING PROJECT
Request the City Council approve and accept the public improvements and authorize staff to file a
Notice of Completion for the Neighborhood Group Street Lighting Project. (File No. 0600-10 [A-3220])
Staff Recommendation: Approval (Engineering Services Department: Julie Procopio)
RESOLUTION NO. 2018-78
MOTION: Moved by Deputy Mayor Masson and seconded by Councilmember Morasa) to approve and accept
the public improvements and authorize staff to file a Notice of Completion for the Neighborhood Group Street
Lighting Project and adopt Resolution No. 2018-78. Motion carried unanimously.
CONSENT — RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/RRB)
The following Resolutions and Ordinances were heard and acted upon by the City Council/Successor
Agency/RRB at a previous City Council/Successor Agency/Mobilehome Rent Review meeting. (The title of
Ordinances listed on the Consent Calendar are deemed to have been read and further reading waived.)
7. AMENDMENTS TO THE ESCONDIDO ZONING CODE, EAST VALLEY PARKWAY AREA PLAN,
AND SOUTH CENTRE CITY SPECIFIC PLAN TO LIMIT SELF-STORAGE FACILITIES AND
MAXIMIZE THE CITY'S ABILITY TO EXERCISE DISCRETIONARY REVIEW OF SELF-STORAGE
FACILITY APPLICATIONS (AZ 18-0002)
Approved on May 23, 2018 with a vote of 5/0 (File No. 0810-20)
ORDINANCE NO. 2018-12 (Second Reading and Adoption)
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8. AMENDMENTS TO THE ESCONDIDO ZONING CODE, EAST VALLEY PARKWAY AREA PLAN,
AND SOUTH CENTRE CITY SPECIFIC PLAN TO LIMIT CARWASH FACILITIES AND
MAXIMIZE THE CITY'S ABILITY TO EXERCISE DISCRETIONARY REVIEW OF CARWASH
FACILITY APPLICATIONS (AZ 18-0003) -
Approved on May 23, 2018 with a vote of 3/2, Abed and Morasco voting no (File No. 0810-20)
ORDINANCE NO. 2018-13R (Second Reading and Adoption)
) PUBLIC HEARINGS
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9. ROSE TO FOXDALE NEIGHBORHOOD RESIDENT PARKING DISTRICT -
Request the City Council approve establishing a permanent residential parking district in the Rose to
Foxdale Neighborhood, modifying the weekday enforcement hours, and reducing the eligible resident
parking permits per residence, based on Findings of the one-year pilot program and voting results from
residents in the district. (File No. 1060-05-01)
Staff Recommendation: Approval (City Manager's Office: Jay Petrek)
RESOLUTION NO. 2018-77
Jay Petrek, Assistant City Manager, and Craig Carter, Chief of Police, presented the staff report utilizing a
PowerPoint presentation.
Mayor Abed opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wanted to speak on this issue in any way.
Alejandra Ruiz, Escondido, spoke in opposition to the parking program for an area outside of the proposed
parking district.
Regina Barranca, Escondido, voiced support for the proposed parking district and commented that the
community is more unified and safe.
Don Carson, Escondido, requested his residence be included in the proposed parking district and shared his
experience regarding parking in his neighborhood.
Francesca Sagermark, Escondido, shared her experience and voiced support for the proposed parking
district.
Richard Treaster, Escondido, requested his residence be included and voiced his support for the proposed
parking district.
Mayor Abed asked if anyone else wanted to speak. No one asked to be heard; therefore, he closed the public
hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Morasco and seconded by Deputy Mayor Masson to approve
establishing a permanent residential parking district in the Rose to Foxdale Neighborhood, modifying the
weekday enforcement hours, and reducing the eligible resident parking permits per residence, based on
findings of the one-year pilot program and voting results from residents in the district and adopt Resolution
No. 2018-77. Motion carried unanimously.
10. SHORT-FORM RENT REVIEW BOARD HEARING FOR MOBILE PARK WEST MOBILEHOME
PARK
Request the City Council consider for approval the short-form rent increase application submitted by
Mobile Park West Mobilehome Park located at 2700 E. Valley Parkway, and if approved, grant an
increase of 75 percent of the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the period of December
31, 2015 through December 31, 2017 or 3.57 percent (an average of $18.05 per space). (File No.
0697-20-10161)
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Staff Recommendation: Consider for Approval (Community Development Department: Bill
Martin)
RRB RESOLUTION NO. 2018-05
Belinda Rojas, Program Administrator, and Jamie Zeller, Code Enforcement Officer, presented the staff report
utilizing a PowerPoint presentation.
Mayor Abed opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wanted to speak on this issue in any way.
Chad Casenhiser, Owner's Representative, shared improved communications with the mobilehome park's
Home Owners' Association, recent improvements to the park, and was available to answer questions.
Dale Anderson, Residents' Representative, thanked Mr. Casenhiser's new staff for improvements at the
mobilehome park and shared comments regarding parking around the clubhouse.
Irene Clingman, Escondido, shared concerns regarding water and electricity, and the recommended repairs
to the park's infrastructure.
David Martin, Escondido, thanked Mr. Casenhiser for invitations to mobilehome events.
Mayor Abed asked if anyone else wanted to speak. No one asked to be heard; therefore, he closed the public
hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Diaz and seconded by Councilmember Morasco to approve the short-
form rent increase application submitted by Mobile Park West Mobilehome Park located at 2700 E. Valley
Parkway, granting an increase of 75 percent of the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the period
of December 31, 2015 through December 31, 2017 or 3.57 percent (an average of $18.05 per space) and
adopt RRB Resolution No. 2018-05. Motion carried unanimously.
11. SHORT-FORM RENT REVIEW BOARD HEARING FOR EASTWOOD MEADOWS MOBILEHOME
PARK
Request the City Council consider for approval the short-form rent increase application submitted by
Eastwood Meadows Mobilehome Park located at 2550 E. Valley Parkway, and if approved, grant an
increase of 75 percent of the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the period of December
31, 2015, through December 31, 2017, or 3.57 percent (an average of $17.58 per space). (File No.
0697-20-10162)
Staff Recommendation: Consider for Approval (Community Development Department: Bill
Martin)
RRB RESOLUTION NO. 2018-06
Belinda Rojas, Program Administrator, and Jamie Zeller, Code Enforcement Officer, presented the staff report
utilizing a PowerPoint presentation.
Mayor Abed opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wanted to speak on this issue in any way.
Chad Casenhiser, Owner's Representative, shared comments regarding improved communication with
residents, recent improvements and upgrades to the park, and commented that attorneys are reviewing the
land lease agreement.
David Martin, Residents' Representative, shared comments regarding the condition of the park and his
experience regarding electrical outages.
Mayor Abed asked if anyone else wanted to speak. No one asked to be heard; therefore, he closed the public
hearing.
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MOTION: Moved by Deputy Mayor Masson and seconded by Councilmember Morasco to approve the
short-form rent increase application submitted by Eastwood Meadows Mobilehome Park located at 2550 E.
Valley Parkway, granting an increase of 75 percent of the change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for
the period of December 31, 2015, through December 31, 2017, or 3.57 percent (an average of $17.58 per
space) and adopt RRB Resolution No. 2018-06. Motion carried unanimously.
12. AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE 66 (SIGN ORDINANCE) OF THE ESCONDIDO ZONING CODE
RELATING TO DRIVE-THROUGH MENU BOARDS (AZ 18-0004)
Request the City Council approve amending Article 66 of the Escondido Zoning Code to modify the sign
standards for menu boards for drive-through restaurants. (File No. 810-20)
Staff Recommendation: Approval (Community Development Department: Bill Martin)
ORDINANCE NO. 2018-15 (First Reading and Introduction)
Adam Finestone, Principal Planner, presented the staff report utilizing a PowerPoint presentation.
Mayor Abed opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wanted to speak on this issue in any way. No one
asked to be heard; therefore, he closed the public hearing.
MOTION: Moved by Councilmember Gallo and seconded by Deputy Mayor Masson to approve amending Article
66 of the Escondido Zoning Code to modify the sign standards for menu boards for drive-through restaurants
and introduce Ordinance No. 2018-15. Motion carried unanimously.
FUTURE AGENDA
13. 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: Diane Halverson)
COUNCIL MEMBERS' SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilmember Gallo reported San Diego County Water Authority to hold water rate hearings; and attended
the SANDAG Tribal Summit meeting.
sCITY MANAGER'S WEEKLY ACTIVITY REPORT
The most current information from the City Manager regarding Economic Development, Capital Improvement
Projects, Public Safety and Community Development.
• WEEKLY ACTIVITY REPORT
I ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Abed adjourned the meeting at 6:33 p.m.
CITY CLERK
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