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CITY COUNCIL CLOSED & REGULAR SESSION
MINUTES
June 2, 2026
Closed Session: 5:00 PM Regular Meeting: 6:00 PM
550 E. Sixth Street, Beaumont, CA
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CLOSED SESSION
A. CALL TO ORDER at 4:30 p.m.
Present: Mayor Voigt, Mayor Pro Tem White, Council Member Martinez, Council Member Fenn, Council Member Lara White at 4:33 p.m.
B. PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION
B.1 Conference with Legal Counsel – Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 – Deciding Whether to Initiate Litigation Two (2) potential cases
No reportable action
B.2 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1):
Arlene Burrows v. City of Beaumont, Riv. Co. Superior Court Case No. CVRI2500544 Item continued to June 16, 2026
B.3 Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) City of Beaumont v. Pravin A. Travedi et. al. Riv. Co. Superior Court Case No. CVMV2511722 Item continued to June 16, 2026
B.4 Conference with Real Property Negotiators Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property: Property described as vacant land with APN Numbers: 418-091-013, 014, 015 and a portion of 016 located North of 5th street and West of Edgar in Beaumont, CA.
Agency Negotiator: City Manager Christopher Boatman or his designee.
Negotiating Parties: City of Beaumont as potential purchaser and Doug Jones as potential seller.
Under negotiation: Price and Terms.
No reportable action
B.5 Conference with Labor Negotiators Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6.
City Designated Representative Administrative Services Director Kari Mendoza.
Employee Organizations:
Police Managers
SEIU
Police Officers Association
Managers/Professional/Technical
No reportable action
C. ADJOURNMENT TO CLOSED SESSION
REGULAR SESSION
D. CALL TO ORDER at 6:14 p.m.
Present: Mayor Voigt, Mayor Pro Tem White, Council Member Martinez, Council Member Fenn, Council Member Lara Report out from Closed Session
Action on any Closed Session Items
Action of any Requests for Excused Absence
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Adjustments to the Agenda
Conflict of Interest Disclosure
E. ANNOUNCEMENTS / RECOGNITION / PROCLAMATIONS / CORRESPONDENCE E.1 Swearing in of City Manager Chris Boatman
E.2 Swearing In of New Police Officer - Deja Anderson
F. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA)
D. Castaldo - Presented Council with a certificate and flag that was used during the memorial day event.
R. Berg - Expressed concerns with construction site being conducted by the water district and asked the City to help with enforce.
E. Casali - Expressed concerns with speeding and asked for speed bumps on 8th street near Sundance.
T. Rossetti - Asked for an extension of code enforcement issues with 635 American Ave G. CONSENT CALENDAR
Items on the consent calendar are taken as one action item unless an item is pulled for further discussion here or at the end of action items. Approval of all Ordinances and Resolutions to be read by title only.
Motion by Council Member Lara
Second by Council Member Fenn
With clarification to the motion on G.11 to allow the City Manager to execute and finalize all agreements in the item.
Approved by a unanimous vote
G.1 Ratification of Warrants
Ratify Warrants dated:
April 24, 2026 Warrants
May 1, 2026 Warrants
G.2 Approval of Minutes
Approve Minutes dated May 5, 2026
G.3 Approval of City Attorney Invoices for the Month of April 2026 Approve invoices in the amount of $100,986.32.
G.4 Performance Bond Exoneration for Fairway Canyon Storm Drain Improvements Performance Bond Exoneration for Storm Drain Improvements associated with Fairway Canyon Tract Map Nos. 31462-20, 31462-24 and 31462-25.
Authorize City staff to issue a Bond Exoneration Letter for Performance and Payment Bonds and Accept Maintenance Bonds for (Project / Performance Bond Number / Improvement / Maintenance Bond Number):
· Tract Map No. 31462-20 / 30148220 / Storm Drain / 30272762 · Tract Map No. 31462-24 / 30148222 / Storm Drain / 30272763 · Tract Map No. 31462-25 / 30148223 / Storm Drain / 30272764 G.5 Improvement Agreement and Security for Oak Valley Village Sewer Improvements Improvement Agreement and Security for Sewer Improvements for Oak Valley Village, PP2024-0059, located at the southeast corner of Interstate 10 and Oak Valley Parkway.
Accept Security Agreement and Performance and Payment Bonds for (Project / Bond number / Improvement):
· PP2024-0059 / 0276339 / Sewer
G.6 Records Retention Update
Re-adoption of Records Retention Schedule to include recent updates.
Waive the full reading and adopt by title only, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Beaumont, California, Adopting a Records Retention Schedule, Authorizing Destruction of Certain Records and Rescinding Resolution 2024-09”
G.7 Offer of Grant Deed for Sundance Southern California Edison Easement Offer of Grant Deed for Sundance Southern California Edison Easement associated with the Tri Pointe Settlement Agreement.
Waive the full reading and adopt by title only, “A Resolution of the City of Beaumont Authorizing the Mayor to Accept the Grant Deed for the Sundance Southern California Edison Easement for Public Purposes”; Approve the Certificate of Acceptance; and record the Grant Deed documents with the Riverside County Clerk Recorder’s Office.
G.8 Second Reading to the Dissolution of Improvement Area No. 19E of Community Facilities District No. 93-1 Dissolution and cessation of Improvement Area 19E with Community Facilities District (CFD) 2025-1 to remain.
Waive the full second reading and adopt by title only, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Beaumont, Dissolving Improvement Area No. 19E of City of Beaumont Community Facilities District No. 93-1 and Ordering the Recordation of a Notice of Cessation of Special Tax Lien to Improvement Area No. 19E”.
G.9 Amendment to Façade Improvement Program Funding – 660 Beaumont Avenue (ED2025-0011) Consider approving an amendment to the previously awarded Façade Improvement Program grant for The Casey Family Living Trust, increasing the reimbursement amount from $937.50 to an amount not to exceed $2,200 for eligible façade improvements to property located at 660 Beaumont Avenue.
Approve an amendment to the previously awarded Façade Improvement Program grant for The Casey Family Living Trust, increasing the reimbursement amount from $937.50 to an amount not to exceed $2,200 for eligible façade improvements to property located at 660 Beaumont Avenue.
G.10 Lien Release for Calvary Chapel Road Improvements
Release of lien and acceptance of security deposit.
Approve Lien Release for Calvary Chapel Road Improvements and Warranty Retention and Accept Security Deposit.
G.11 Conservation Easement, Endowment and Modification Agreement for APN 424-010-007.
Staff requests City Council authorize the City Manager to execute the Conservation Easement, Endowment and Modification Agreement for APN 424-010-007.
Authorize the City Manager to execute the Conservation Easement, Endowment and Modification Agreement for APN 424-010-007.
H. YOUTH COUNCIL REPORT
H.1 Year-End Recap
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Approval of all Ordinances and Resolutions to be read by title only.
I.1 First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance for Annexation No. 1, Baldwin Ranch, into Community Facilities District No. 2025-M (Maintenance Services) The proposed action presents a request from Penn St. Development, LLC, (“Owner”) for the annexation of territory into Community Facilities District No. 2025-M (“CFD No. 2025-M”) to support approximately ten (10) Single-Family Residential lots. The proposed territory would establish Tax Zone 1 into CFD No. 2025-M and would authorize the levy of special tax under the Mello-Roos
Community Facilities Act of 1982 (the “Act”) to fund ongoing maintenance services, including streetlights, streets, parks, and graffiti abatement.
Public Hearing opened at 6:50 p.m.
No comments
Public Hearing closed at 6:50 p.m.
The Deputy City Clerk received Zero protests.
Motion by Council Member Martinez
Second by Council Member Fenn
To waive the full reading and adopt “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Beaumont, California, Calling an Election to Submit to the Qualified Electors the Question of Levying a Special Tax Within the Area Proposed to be Annexed to Community Facilities District No. 2025-M (Maintenance Services) (Annexation No. 1)”; and Approved by a unanimous vote
Motion by Council Member Fenn
Second by Council Member Martinez
Hold a special landowner election and canvass the election; and To waive the full reading and adopt “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Beaumont, California, Declaring Election Results for Community Facilities District No. 2025-M (Maintenance Services) (Annexation No. 1)”; and
Approved by a unanimous vote
Motion by Council Member Fenn
Second by Council Member Martinez
To introduce by Title Only, “Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Beaumont, California, Amending Ordinance No. 1198 and Levying Special Taxes to be Collected During Fiscal Year 2025/2026 to Pay the Annual Costs of the Maintenance and Servicing of Street Lights, Parks, Parkways, Streets, Roads, and Open Space, the Operation and Maintenance of Storm Drainage Systems, a Reserve Fund for Capital Replacement, and Administrative Expenses with Respect to City of Beaumont Community Facilities District No. 2025-M, Annexation No. 1, for Maintenance Services.”
Approved by a unanimous vote
I.2 Public Hearing and Election for Annexation Proceedings for Annexation No. 1, Baldwin Ranch, into Community Facilities District No. 2025-S (Public Services) The proposed action presents a request from Penn St. Development, LLC, (“Owner”) for the annexation of territory into Community Facilities District No. 2025-S (“CFD No. 2025-S”). CFD No. 2025-S allows for the levy of special taxes on parcels of taxable property to provide, among others, police protection services (including but not limited to criminal justice services), fire protection and suppression services, and paramedic services.
Public Hearing opened at 6:59 p.m.
No comments
Public Hearing closed at 7:00 p.m.
The Deputy City Clerk received Zero protests.
Motion by Council Member Lara
Second by Council Member Fenn
To waive the full reading and adopt by title only, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City Of Beaumont, California, Acting as The Legislative Body of the City Of Beaumont Community Facilities District No. 2025-S (Public Services), Annexing Territory to Community Facilities District No. 2025-S (Public Services), And Calling Elections Therein,” and Approved by a unanimous vote
Motion by Council Member Lara
Second by Council Member Fenn
Hold a special landowner election and canvass the election; and To waive the full reading and adopt by title only, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City Of Beaumont, California, Acting as The Legislative Body of the City Of Beaumont Community Facilities District No. 2025-S (Public Services), Certifying the Results of the June 2, 2026, Annexation and Special Elections.” Approved by a unanimous vote
I.3 Public Hearing: Fiscal Year 2026/27 – 2028/29 Short Range Transit Plan Conduct a public hearing and consider adoption of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026/27 through FY 2028/29 Short-Range Transit Plan for Beaumont Transit.
Public Hearing opened at 7:07 p.m.
No comments
Public Hearing closed at 7:07 p.m.
Motion by Council Member Lara
Second by Mayor Voigt
Hold a public hearing, and;
To adopt the Fiscal Year 2026/27 through FY 2028/29 Short Range Transit Plan for submission to the Riverside County Transportation Commission, with any recommended changes.
Approved by a unanimous vote
I.4 Fourth Amendment to Fiscal Year 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan Resolution to amend the five-year Fiscal Year 2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
Public Hearing opened at 7:14 p.m.
No comments
Public Hearing closed at 7:14 p.m.
Motion by Mayor Voigt
Second by Council Member Lara
To waive the full reading and adopt by title only, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Beaumont Amending the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2026-2030” and approve the Budget Adjustment.
Approved by a unanimous vote
I.5 Request to Table Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Title 17 (Zoning) Sign Provisions Request to table a duly noticed public hearing and consideration of an ordinance amending Title 17 (Zoning) sign provisions from the City Council agenda.
Motion by Council Member Fenn
Second by Mayor Voigt
To table the scheduled public hearing until further notice.
Approved by a unanimous vote
J. ACTION ITEMS
Approval of all Ordinances and Resolutions to be read by title only.
J.1 Award of Business Attraction and Expansion Program Grant – Application ED2026-0002 (Cloud Nine Espresso) Approve a $25,000 loan/grant under the Downtown Business Attraction and Expansion Program for Application ED2026-0002 to support a qualifying downtown business investment.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem White
Second by Council Member Lara
To approve the award of a loan/grant under the Downtown Business Attraction and Expansion Program for Application ED2026-0002 in the amount of $25,000.
Approved by a unanimous vote
J.2 Award of Business Attraction and Expansion Program Grant – Application ED2026-0001 (Cornerstone BBQ) Approve a $50,000 loan/grant under the Downtown Business Attraction and Expansion Program for Application ED2026-0001 to support a qualifying downtown business investment.
Motion by Mayor Voigt
Second by Council Member Lara
To approve the award of a loan/grant under the Downtown Business Attraction and Expansion Program for Application ED2026-0001 in the amount of $50,000.
Approved by a unanimous vote
J.3 Award a Public Works Agreement for the Construction of the Storm Drain Inlet Upgrades – Capital Improvement Project No. R26-07 Award a Public Works Agreement (PWA) to Gentry General Engineering Inc. for the installation of full capture devices for CIP R-26-07 Storm Drain Inlet Upgrades (Project).
Motion by Council Member Lara
Second by Council Member Fenn
To award and authorize the Mayor to execute a Public Works Agreement (PWA) with Gentry General Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $120,264 for the construction of the CIP R26-07 Storm Drain Inlet Upgrades; and,
Approve a ten percent (10%) contingency of $12,736 for a total not to exceed $133,000 and authorize the City Manager to sign off on any contract change orders within the authorized contingency; and,
Authorize the issuance of a purchase order to Gentry General Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $120,264 for construction of this project.
Approved by a unanimous vote
J.4 Award a Public Works Agreement for the Construction of the Pennsylvania and First Street Traffic Signal Upgrades - Capital Improvement Project No. R25-13 Public Works Agreement (PWA) for Capital Improvement Project (CIP) R25-13 Pennsylvania and First Traffic Signal Upgrades.
Motion by Council Member Martinez
Second by Mayor Voigt
To award and authorize the Mayor to execute a Public Works Agreement (PWA) with Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. in the amount of $54,989 for the construction of the Pennsylvania Avenue and First Street Traffic Signal Upgrades; and
Approve a contingency of $10,000 for a total not to exceed of $64,989 and authorize the City Manager to sign off on any proceeding contract change orders within the authorized contingency; and,
Authorize the issuance of a purchase order to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. in the amount of $54,989, for the construction of this project.
Approved by a unanimous vote
J.5 Pedestrian Crossing at 8th Street and Allegheny Street Discussion on providing a safe route for pedestrians from 8th Street, near Allegheny, to Sundance Elementary School.
Motion by Mayor Voigt
Second by Council Member Fenn
To direct staff to construct temporary sidewalk along the south half of 8th Street, from Xenia Avenue to Allegheny Street at the interim location and direct staff to bring back a discussion of a HAWK system for a future Capital Improvement Project.
Approved by a unanimous vote
J.6 Allegheny Street Widening Discussion
Update on the feasibility of widening Allegheny Street.
Consensus to receive and file and direct staff to bring back for discussion of a future Capital Improvement Project.
J.7 Stewart Park Update – June 2026
Update to the City Council on the current status of the Stewart Park Revitalization Project, including recent developments in the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) post-award compliance process, State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) concurrence, continued federal work restrictions pending National Parks Services (NPS) approval, limited hand weed abatement activities, and related next steps.
Received and filed.
J.8 Award of Contract for WWTP Solar Generation Project (CIP WW26-04) Award Construction Contract to Motive Energy Storage Solutions LLC for the WWTP Solar Generation Project (CIP WW26-04).
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem White
Second by Council Member Lara
To award and authorize a Public Works Agreement to Motive Energy in the amount of $2,563,139.
Approve a ten percent (10%) contingency of $256,314 for contract change orders and authorize the City Manager to approve change orders up to $256,314 for a total budget of $2,819,453.
Approved by a unanimous vote
K. LEGISLATIVE UPDATES AND DISCUSSION
No Report
L. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE
No Report
M. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS UPDATE
No Report
N. CITY TREASURER REPORT
Finance and Audit Committee Report Out and City Council Direction O. CITY CLERK REPORT
No Report
P. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
No Report
Q. CITY MANAGER REPORT
Congratulations and farewell to Deputy City Manager Gustavo Romo.
Q.1 City Manager Monthly Report - April 2026
R. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
· Amend bylaws for Committees to count alternates for quorum when needed · Emergency Operations (June)
· E-bikes in Parks (June)
S. COUNCIL REPORTS
Lara - Encouraged Council to attend the WRCOG General Assembly. Thanked staff for a successful Cherry Festival.
Fenn - Attended the Riverside Transit Audit Committee, TNOW meeting, the Memorial Day event, the Sun Lakes Blvd Extension groundbreaking, the Water Alliance meeting, and the Cherry Festival parade with the new fire truck.
Martinez - Attended the Youth Council meeting, PD awards, RCA meeting and the Cherry Festival.
White - Thanked staff for the coordination of the Cherry Festival, a RCTC ribbon cutting, attended ICSC.
Voigt - Attended the Chamber Breakfast, Morongo Community Awards, Breezin through Beaumont, ICSC, the memorial of Dan Hughes, the Memorial Day event, the Sun Lakes extension ground breaking and the Cherry Festival.
T. ADJOURNMENT at 8:38 p.m.
The next regular meeting of the Beaumont City Council, Beaumont Financing Authority, the Beaumont Successor Agency (formerly RDA), the Beaumont Utility Authority, the Beaumont Parking Authority and the Beaumont Public Improvement Agency is scheduled for Tuesday June 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise posted.
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