A Skylark Homeowners Association representative told the council the developer Lennar has not finished required fencing and signage around the Skylark Open Space Preserve near Quail Valley Lake and that the incomplete work has left the area vulnerable to encampments and fire hazards.

Seachen, identified as president of the Skylark HOA, said the developer was required to prepare the open space for transfer to Fallbrook Land Conservancy, including fencing, signage and remediation. He described earlier encampments and evidence of bonfires, and said progress stalled after trail work abruptly stopped in early August. Seachen thanked city staff—naming Joseph Rachi, Michelle Bender, Kyrene Chua, Oscar Rincon, Tim Hines and Edith Santana—for their assistance and said trail work had restarted as of the most recent Saturday.

Despite the resumed work, Seachen requested the council use its authority to encourage Lennar to finish fences and warning signs around the lake and to complete the open-space preserve so it can be managed safely. The speaker asked the council to continue collaborating with the HOA, Fallbrook Land Conservancy and city staff to find a path forward that protects the land and public safety.

Mayor Jones thanked the speaker and noted staff would continue to follow up. The mayor also referenced a later item on the agenda—a proposed ordinance addressing encampments on city property and increased fire risk—which staff said would be considered that evening.