Geotechnical Engineering, Materials Testing and Special Inspection www.merrelljohnson.com | 760-256-2068 36 GREEN TREE SEWER TRUNK LINE EXTENSION
City of Victorville, CA
The City of Victorville initiated the Green Tree
Sewer Trunk Line Extension project and water
main line upgrades in 2020. This underground
work was required in advance of the Green Tree
Boulevard Improvement project.
Merrell Johnson was responsible for monitoring trench
excavation, trench backfi ll, grading, fi ll placement, moisture treating, compaction and subgrade surface
preparation; conducting in-place relative density testing of soils for trench backfi ll, subgrade, and aggregate
base and reporting test results daily; documenting
construction methods, equipment, and materials used
on daily reports; observation, sampling, and testing of freshly mixed concrete for conformance to mix design
specifi cation; observation, sampling, and in-place relative density testing of asphalt during paving operations;
conducting laboratory testing of soils, aggregate base, asphalt, and concrete; providing monthly progress
reports including all daily reports, fi eld testing, laboratory testing, and other pertinent documentation of
observations and testing; providing the city with a Final Report of Materials Testing and Inspection that included a summary of services, project personnel, earthwork
testing, concrete testing, asphalt testing, ASTM laboratory testing, meetings attendance, and monthly progress.
CONTRACT AMOUNT
$119,000
DATES OF SERVICE
06/2020 - 07/2021
SERVICES
Materials Testing and
Inspection
CLIENT REFERENCE
Harry Mayo
Assistant Engineer
[email protected]
760-243-6351
OUR EXPERIENCE
Geotechnical Engineering, Materials Testing and Special Inspection www.merrelljohnson.com | 760-256-2068 37 CONTRACT AMOUNT
$150,000
DATES OF SERVICE
11/2020 - 09/2022
SERVICES
Pavement Subgrade
Evaluation
Materials Testing and
Inspection
CLIENT REFERENCE
Harry Mayo
Assistant Engineer
[email protected]
760-243-6351
The 2021 Arrowhead and Seventh
reconstruction project included street
improvement plans for the area from Bear
Valley Road to Green Tree Boulevard.
Merrell Johnson performed field observation and
exploration of existing pavements and provided
laboratory evaluation of subgrade soils. Field exploration consisted of logging exploratory borings, asphalt
thicknesses, and base thicknesses. The laboratory
evaluation included the following testing: Grain Size
Distribution (ASTM D422), Sand Equivalent (ASTM D2419), and R-Value (ASTM D2844). A comprehensive report
summarizing the findings in the field and laboratory
results was provided to the city.
MJG also performed soil sampling and testing,
conducting in-place relative density testing for soils, aggregate base, trench backfill and asphalt, as well
as sampling and testing of asphalt and freshly mixed
concrete. Sampling and testing were directed by the
City of Victorville in accordance with the city’s Quality Assurance Program, and completed in accordance
with applicable project specifications, standards, and
accepted test methods. MJG provided the city with a final report of materials testing and inspection that included a summary of services, project personnel, earthwork
testing, concrete testing, asphalt testing, meetings
attendance, and monthly progress.
ARROWHEAD DRIVE AND SEVENTH AVENUE
STREET IMPROVEMENTS
City of Victorville, CA
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ADDRESS
City of Calimesa
ESTIMATE # 25037C1-CO1-2
DATE 07/15/2025
EXPIRATION DATE 10/31/2025
REFERENCE NO. / PROJECT NAME MJG NO. / DESCRIPTION
Mountainview Park Expansion 25037C1 Soil Compaction Testing
DATE SERVICE QTY /
HRS RATE AMOUNT
Special Inspector /
Materials Technician |
Prevailing Wage
Commercial Drive Approach, Parking Lot, and
Pickleball Court soil compaction testing, includes
mobilization.
24 138.00 3,312.00
Project Coordinator Schedule field work 2 120.00 240.00 Project Manager Review daily field reports and prepare the summary report.
4 158.00 632.00
Services are provided on a time and materials, on-call basis, at 4-hour minimum increments to include mobilization. Actual hours and services provided are determined by the construction schedule and project conditions. Only those services provided will be billed.
TOTAL $4,184.00
Accepted By Accepted Date
Attachment 9C
City Council Meeting
Agenda Report
Agenda Item No. 10
SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF CALSENSE IRRIGATION CONTROLLER
MEETING DATE: August 4, 2025
PREPARED BY: Mari Shakir, Public Works Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council authorize the purchase of a Calsense CS3000 irrigation controller and associated components for 4
th Street (Mountainview Phase 1) Park from
SiteOne Landscape Supply, in the amount of $10,451.86.
BACKGROUND: The irrigation controller currently installed at 4th Street (Mountainview Phase 1) Park is approaching the end of its useful life. It has begun to show signs of wear and diminished performance, leading to inefficient watering schedules and increased maintenance needs. To improve system reliability, conserve water, and streamline operations, staff recommends replacing the existing unit with a new Calsense smart irrigation controller.
DISCUSSION: The proposed Calsense CS3000 irrigation controller is a weather-based, cloudconnected system designed for commercial and municipal landscapes. It offers a high level of water efficiency by automatically adjusting watering schedules based on real-time weather data, reducing overwatering and lowering utility costs. The system allows City staff to remotely manage irrigation programs through a cloud-based platform, which reduces the need for on-site visits and facilitates faster response times to system issues. The proposed bundle includes a 10-year pre-paid data plan.
The CS3000 also includes advanced leak detection and flow monitoring capabilities, helping staff quickly identify and address system failures that could otherwise lead to significant water loss. Its modular design allows for future expansion, making it suitable for long-term park planning. This controller is widely used by municipalities across California and has a strong reputation for reliability and support. Staff evaluated the Calsense system against other options and determined it to be the best fit for Calimesa’s needs based on performance, integration, and cost-effectiveness.
Three quotes were solicited from vendors for the required controller and components. The quote from SiteOne Landscape Supply totaled $10,451.86 including tax, which was the lowest of the three.
ISS/Imperial Sprinkler Supply submitted a quote in the amount of $10,990.51. Ewing Irrigation provided a quote totaling $11,550.00, with all items listed as backordered at the time of the quote.
Based on this review, staff recommends awarding the purchase to SiteOne Landscape Supply.
FISCAL IMPACT: The FY 2025/26 Adopted Budget includes $11,000 allocated for this equipment.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Site One Quote
Attachment B: ISS Imperial Quote
Attachment C: Ewing Quote
Quotation
Riverside CA #327
2656 Market St
Riverside, CA 92501-2126
W: (951)684-1080
Bill To:
City of Calimesa (#1942970)
908 Park Ave
Calimesa, CA 92320-1148
W: (909)795-9801
Ship To:
City of Calimesa (#1942970)
908 Park Ave
Calimesa, CA 92320-1148
W: (909)795-9801
Created Quote# Due Date Expected Award Date Expiration Date 07/17/2025 7833382 08/17/2025 08/17/2025 08/17/2025
Printed Job Name Job Description Job Start Date
07/22/2025 13:09:04 SB Conversion - Kyle 08/17/2025
Line
#
Item # Item Desc Qty UOM Unit Price Extended
Price
1 C Calsense Quote Number: QUO3183
2 CS3-8-SB16-RETRO Calsense CS3000 8 Station Conventional Back Panel Retrofit Controller 1 EA 3,871.056 3,871.06 3 CS3-8STA-KIT Calsense 8 Station Add-On Module CS3000 w/ Terminal & Cover 5 EA 600.681 3,003.41 4 CS3-GR-BUNDLE-2 Calsense 4G LTE Cell Modem For CS3000 w/Cloud Based Command 1 EA 2,736.436 2,736.44 Total Price: $ 9,610.91
Total Tax: $ 840.95
Total: $ 10,451.86
SiteOne Landscape Supply is not responsible for the accuracy of the items contained in this quotation. Please review carefully. Please add appropriate sales tax. Prices on this quote are good for 30 days after the entered bid date.
Local tax may differ based on locations and local codes.
Attachment 10A
Account:Account:
Phone:Phone:
Branch:Branch:
Fax:Fax:
Bill To: Ship To: CITY OF CALIMESA CITY OF CALIMESA
Exp Delv Date:
Activation Date: Agents
Type: Ship Via:
Quoted For:
Quoted By:
PO: Ref: Job:
WHSE OUR TRUCK
ISSTECH
(909)-795-9801
QUOTE
0022139320
ITS - ANAHEIM
SB Conversion
07/17/2507/17/25 Sales
R MERCADO
Payment Terms:
NET 30 DAYS
H055325 0001
J ROSAS
1480 N HANCOCK ST
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
FAX: (714)-696-7545
Phone: (714)-792-2920
908 PARK AVE
CALIMESA, CA 92320
908 PARK AVE
SB Conversion
CALIMESA, CA 92320
07/17/2507/17/25
Close Date: 08/16/2508/16/25 RM101874
Total: $10,990.51$0,990.51
Printed: 07/17/25 08:13:28
ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY UOM PRICE UOM AMOUNT
CSECS38SB16RETRO CALSENSE CS 3000 8 STAW/CS-SB16-KIT TO INSTALL 11EAEA 4,108.344,108.34 EAEA 4,108.344,108.34 Seq#: 1 Supp#: CS3--8-SB16-RETRO
CSECS38STAKIT CALSENSE 8-STATION CARD & TERMINAL BOARD F/ CS3000 55 EAEA 637.50637.50 EAEA 3,187.503,187.50 Seq#: 2 CONTROLLERS
Supp#: CS3-8STA-KIT
CSECS3GRBUNDLE2 CALSENSE 4G LTE CELLULAR MODEM FOR CS3000 CONTROLLER, 11EAEA 2,904.172,904.17 EAEA 2,904.172,904.17 Seq#: 3 INCLUDES GR-STUBBY ANTENNA AND PREPAID 10-YEAR DATA PLAN Supp#: CS3-GR-BUNDLE-2
Subtotal 10,200.0110,200.01
Sales Tax 7.75% 790.50790.50
Attachment 10B
Outlook
Ewing Quote Confirmation: # 000031397
From Ewing Sales <[email protected]>
Date Thu 7/17/2025 9:46 AM
To Mari Shakir <[email protected]>
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Thank you for requesting a Quote. We will review your request within one business day and contact you with more information.
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Quote Details
Contact Information:
Mari Shakir
[email protected]
Fulfillment Location:
San Bernardino
1560 E Victoria Ave
909-796-5898
[email protected]
Get Directions
Customer Billing Address:
Mari Shakir
City of Calimesa
908 Park Ave
Calimesa, California, 92320
United States
T: 9097959801
Delivery Address:
Mari Shakir
1560 E Victoria Ave
San Bernardino, California, 92408-2926
United States
T: 909-796-5898
Attachment 10C
PO Number:
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Fulfillment Method:
Customer Comments:
Quote Summary
SKU Product Name
Unit
Price Qty Status
Extended
Price
46057540 CS3-8-SB16-
RETRO
$3487.50 1 Backordered $3487.50
46058200 CS3-8-STA-KIT $843.75 5 Backordered $4218.75
46057058 CS3-GRBUNDLE-2$3843.75 1 Backordered $3843.75 Subtotal $11550.00
NOTE: Quotes do not include estimated tax, freight, or handling fees. Once invoiced and local tax location is identified, applicable taxes and other fees will be calculated and applied. This is only a quote request and prices may be updated before an actual quote is created. Please contact your local Ewing store for pricing questions.
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City Council Meeting
Agenda Report
Agenda Item No. 11
SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF SHADE STRUCTURE FOR PUBLIC WORKS
YARD
MEETING DATE: August 4, 2025
PREPARED BY: Mari Shakir, Public Works Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:
1) Authorize the purchase of a shade structure from Interstate Steel Structures in the amount of $14,272.08, and
2) Adopt Resolution No. 2025-45 authorizing a budget amendment in the amount of $1,272.08 from the Capital Projects Fund to cover the full cost of the shade structure purchase.
BACKGROUND: The City of Calimesa’s Public Works Yard lacks adequate shade for equipment and staff operations. The absence of shade contributes to accelerated wear on vehicles and equipment exposed to direct sunlight and also presents safety and comfort concerns for employees working in extreme heat conditions.
DISCUSSION: Staff has solicited three quotes for the purchase and installation of a commercialgrade shade structure, with Interstate Steel Structures coming in the lowest at $14,272.08.
The selected shade structure is expected to provide protection for vehicles and equipment and offer a shaded area for staff conducting outdoor tasks. The structure will be made of high-quality materials suited for year-round exposure and will reduce UV damage, prolong equipment life, and support a safer work environment.
FISCAL IMPACT: The FY 2025/26 Adopted Budget includes $13,000 allocated for this equipment.
The total cost exceeds the budgeted amount by $1,272.08. Staff recommends covering the shortfall by processing a minor budget amendment to increase the appropriation for this item. Sufficient funds are available in the Capital Projects Fund to accommodate the overage.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Interstate Steel Structures
Attachment B: Steel Master Quote
Attachment C: Pacific Metal Buildings
Attachment D: Resolution No. 2025-45
Attachment 11A
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_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Building Proposal
1023 Laskin Road, Suite 109
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
1-800-341-7007 telephone
1-757-422-9167 fax
Prepared For: Kyle Coney
City of Calimesa
Calimesa, CA 92320
Tel #: 909-795-9801
Email: [email protected]
Prepared By: Jon Hunter, Project Specialist
Date: 7/18/25
Division: Commercial/Industrial Division
Quote firm until: 8/15/25
Building S Model Price (not incl CA tax)
S30-17-28 Approx Weight: 4,532 lbs. $17,980.00
----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dimensions:
30’-1.5” wide x 17’-1.875” high x 28’-5” long
All Building Materials Include:
• Arches: (14) Grade 80 heavy duty Heavy gauge silver steel arches, AZM 180/AZ 60 Galvalume Plus coating, double bolt 9” lap seams.
• Front End Wall: Open end wall with (Qty.1) outer angle trim flange. • Rear End Wall: Solid end wall with (Qty.1) outer angle trim flange. • Industrial Base Connector: Industrial 14 gauge Galvalume Plus base plate • Premium Grade Hardware: 5/16” Grade 2 preassembled fasteners with polyethylene washers to secure the building components through predrilled holes. • Exclusion: Anchor Bolts, front wall, construction/assembly. • Drawings: (Qty.3) Complete Sets of Engineer Stamped Shop Drawings. • Warranty: 50-year non-pro-rated mill-backed warranty. • Delivery: Included to jobsite location in Calimesa, CA.
Terms & Delivery Schedule
Payment Terms
25% deposit required with order placement. Balance to be paid on delivery.
Shipping
Please allow six to eight weeks for delivery of materials. Materials will be delivered via flat bed truck. Customer is responsible for unloading of truck.
Arch Design Specifications (IBC18- Cat I)
Ground Snow Load: Riverside County, CA (5 PSF)
Wind Load: Riverside County, CA (95 MPH)
Live Load: Riverside County, CA (20 PSF)
Attachment 11B
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Terms and Conditions
This order is subject to price increases if delivery of the building is more than 60 days after order date.
1. DEPOSIT --The deposit shall be held by the seller as security for the completion of Buyer’s duties under this contract. The deposit shall not be refunded to the buyer except in the event of a material breach by Seller of this contract. In the event of a material breach of the contract by Buyer, Seller, at Seller’s option, shall have the right to (1) retain the deposit as liquidated damages or, (2) retain the deposit and pursue all other rights and remedies shall be cumulative and not exclusive of any other such right or remedy.
2. PAYMENT -- Payment of the total purchase price, less the amount of the deposit, is to be paid COD upon delivery of goods to the buyer. Buyer hereby grants to the seller a security interest in the structure to secure payment as set forth in this contract.
3. SHIPMENT -- This is not a delivery contract unless otherwise specified and regardless, delivery is not guaranteed to the location specified but rather delivery will be as close to said address as reasonable in the sole discretion of the freight carrier. Seller shall not be responsible for the delivery of goods at any place other than the manufacturer’s place of business. Buyer, upon being notified that the goods are ready for shipment shall receive and accept delivery of goods within 14 days of such notification. If buyer fails to accept delivery of the goods within two months from the expiration of said 14-day period Seller may at its option and without notice treat this agreement as being materially breached in which event seller shall have all remedies provided by law for breach of contract. If Buyer picks up goods at Seller’s factory or if Buyer elects to use a carrier of Buyer’s choosing, Seller shall not be responsible for loss or damage of goods in transit.
4. WARRANTIES -- Seller warrants that its goods are as described in the quote document previously provided and are free from any defects in material or workmanship. SELLER MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE ABOVE OBLIGATION ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. ANY RUST
PERFORATION WARRANTY WHICH BUYER MAY RECEIVE IS GIVEN DIRECTLY BY THE MANUFACTURER TO BUYER AND IS NOT GIVEN BY THE SELLER.
5. SELLER’S LIABILITY -- In the event of any breach of seller’s warranties and in full satisfaction of all incidental damages, Seller, at its option, will either replace the defective or nonconforming goods or refund the purchase price for such defective or nonconforming goods, upon the return thereof to seller. Seller will not be liable for consequential damages and under no circumstances shall its liability exceed the purchase price for defective or nonconforming goods. Seller shall have no responsibility or liability whatsoever for the erection of the structure or structures which are the subject of this agreement or for the selection of a contractor to erect the structure or structures. Seller is in no way responsible for damage that may result to a buried building unless the building has specifically been designed for this purpose as clearly indicated in this agreement. It is specifically agreed that the foregoing remedies are exclusive and in substitution for all other remedies to which the buyer would otherwise be entitled. Seller shall be given a reasonable
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6. SOIL CONDITION & FOUNDATION -- It is the sole responsibility of the buyer to assure that soil and subsoil conditions at the site location are of sufficient density to support and sustain pressures and forces exerted thereon by the foundation, the building purchased, and the type and quantity of the material stored therein. The buyer of the building to be constructed is responsible for following and complying with the specifications and instructions contained in the manual supplied to buyer.
7. RISK OF LOSS -- Seller shall not be responsible for loss or damage to goods in transit or during erection or construction. In case of loss or damage, claims must be made against the carrier or erection contractor by the buyer.
8. VENUE -- This contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Buyer agrees that any suit or action arising out of or relating to this contract shall be instituted exclusively in the Courts of the City of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Buyer hereby waives any objection it may have to the laying of venue in such court.
9. FORCE MAJEURE -- Failure of Seller to make, or Buyer to take, all or any part of any shipment hereunder, if such failure is due to acts of God, war, labor difficulties, breakdown or damage to Seller’s plant facilities or Buyer’s receiving facilities, embargoes, shortages of raw materials or transportation equipment, compliance with any law, regulation or order of any public authority and any cause beyond either party’s control shall not subject party to any liability to the other party.
10.NOTICES -- All written communications or required notices between SteelMaster and the Buyer shall be sent by first class mail, postage prepaid, or by nationally recognized overnight delivery to the address, or to the facsimile listed below: Communications shall be signed and sent:
If to SteelMaster: SteelMaster Buildings, LLC
1023 Laskin Road, Suite 109
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
757-422-6800 telephone
757-422-9167 facsimile
If to Buyer: (Insert Applicable name)
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_____________________________________________________________________________________________ SteelMaster Buildings® Technical Specifications
Re: Clear Span Arch Type Steel Structure
General Requirements:
Scope. This specification covers the design, material, manufacture, as well as shipping and handling of clear span arch type steel structure. Depending upon specific model, each arch section will be 24” (24.5”) center to center of fastening holes once constructed. The interior of the structure below the steel arch shall be clear and free of any structural members and shall provide unobstructed floor space. The structure shall also include all accessories and items required and necessary for the scope and stated use and as herein specified.
Dimensions:
The structure shall have the following approximate minimum exterior dimensions:
Overall Width: 30’-1”
Overall Length: 28’-5”
Peak Height: 17’-1”
Operation and Use:
The structure provided by SteelMaster Buildings® shall be designed to provide a minimum 30-year operational use period in normal conditions. The structure shall be capable of being assembled, operated and dismantled in all ambient temperatures between –20 F and 120 F.
Design Criteria:
Building design shall comply with the structural requirements of the latest adopted version of the International Building Code (IBC). Designs conform also to “Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures” published by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE 7) and the “Specification for Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structure Members” published by the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Since SteelMaster arch panels contain numerous stamped transverse stiffeners, AISI requires that the design strength of SteelMaster arch panels shall be confirmed by test results.
All structures structural design calculations and foundation designs are in accordance with recognized code standards using methodology from ASCE 7. The structure shall comply with current issues of AISC, AISI, NEMA, and ASTM specifications, as design loads given. Appropriate safety factors must be maintained. Wind load factors and coefficients used in design of the arches must be in accordance with ASCE 7.
All design certifications are signed and sealed by a registered Professional Engineer. Also, reaction diagrams for independent foundations designs can be provided when it is specified at time of purchase that a custom foundation will be implemented.
A total of 13 basic load cases and 55 load combinations shall be used to design SteelMaster Buildings.
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_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Wind Loads:
The arches shall be designed to be capable of withstanding 3-second gust wind loads from any direction. The structure shall be designed using an exposure category “C” for determining design wind pressure on the arches. The methodology is to be taken from ASCE 7.
Exposure C is defined as open terrain with scattered obstructions having heights generally less than 30 ft. This category includes flat open country and grasslands.
Ground Snow Loads:
The SteelMaster structure shall be designed to meet or exceed all local snow load requirements. Unless otherwise specified, the building shall be designed for Importance Category 1 usage. The distribution of loading shall be in accordance with the International Building Code and applicable design standards.
Live Loads:
At a minimum, the SteelMaster structure shall be capable of supporting a roof live load of twenty pounds per square foot projected over the entire structure and any probable arrangements of loading resulting in the highest stress in the members.
As defined by IBC, live loads are those loads produced by the use and occupancy of the building and do not include dead load, construction load, or environmental loads such as wind load, snow load, rain load, earthquake loads or flood loads. ASCE 7 further clarifies that live loads on a roof are those produced (1) during maintenance by workers, equipment, and materials; and (2) during the life of the structure by movable objects such as planters and by people.
Seismic Loads:
Seismic loads and designs shall be based on the requirements of the International Building Code & ASCE 7.
Foundation Design:
SteelMaster will provide foundation design details to the purchaser to meet the structural requirements and accord with the boundary conditions of the building. Where a custom foundation design is to be implemented, SteelMaster will revise the arch designs and provide the arch reactions required for the foundation design.
Materials Specifications:
All materials used in SteelMaster structures shall be new, without defects, and free of repairs. The quality used in the structure shall be such that the structure is in conformance to the performance requirements specified herein.
Metals:
All metal components of the structure including, but not limited to, the arch panels, end wall panels, specialty foundation base connectors, and other framing materials are fabricated from Heavy Commercial AZ 180 g/m2 minimum triple spot Galvalume Plus coating, in accordance with ASTM A 792 & A792M Grade 50 minimum with a 50 ksi minimum yield, and 65 ksi minimum tensile strength.
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_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Coating:
Galvalume Plus has a clear, organic resin coating, which is applied to both sides. Once applied the coating is then thermally cured. Galvalume Plus provides a bright, attractive appearance with a fine spangle and gentle sheen. Galvalume Plus steel will be used for gauges 22-14 and G90 Galvanized steel will be used if and where 12 gauge is specified.
Facts on Galvalume Plus:
• Oil-free product (resists finger printing and smudging associated with standard Galvalume)
• Excellent resistance to storage stain. Easier to handle and store than regular Galvalume and galvanized.
• Provides incredible resistance to heat, which translates to reduced energy costs for end users. In many cases it will eliminate the need for insulation.
• Incorporates superior corrosion resistance than that of standard Galvalume and galvanized.
• Maintains its new look longer than standard Galvalume and galvanized. Has excellent resistance to weathering.
The Galvalume Plus coating, which is applied by the continuous hot-dip process, is an alloy consisting of approximately 55% aluminum, 43.4% zinc and
1.6% silicon by weight. Exposure tests performed by Bethlehem Steel showed Galvalume Plus proved to outlast galvanized by four times in severe marine environments. It also outlasted standard Galvalume in all cases.
High Temperature Quality:
Galvalume Plus Sheet is used in applications where the base metal may become embrittled due to continuous or intermittent exposure over a pro-longed period of time to intermediate temperatures 315’C to 482’C (600 to 900’F).
This High Temperature Quality provides excellent resistance to heat oxidation at these temperatures. This quality is produced with Heavy Commercial Grade 50 (AZ180) coating.
Heat Reflective and Solar Reflectance
Bare, unpainted Galvalume Plus product has undergone extensive testing, to determine its solar reflective performance. Test results qualified Galvalume Plus coated steel as an approved roof product by ENERGY STAR Program for both low-slope and high-slope applications. On newly manufactured Galvalume Plus, heat reflectivity was also rated above the minimum EPA requirement of 0.65.
For weathered roofs over three years of age, the solar reflectance also exceeds the minimum EPA requirement of .50 for maintenance.
Arch and End Wall Panels:
All SteelMaster arch panels are precision cold formed and will be within manufacturing and design tolerances. Each arch panel has a 7.5” (9.75”) depth corrugation, which provides superior strength varying with the gauge of the steel utilized. All SteelMaster panels are pre-cut, die-punched and designed to overlap and align with each adjacent panel. This translates to fast, simple and economical construction time. Bolt holes are punched 6-15/16⅞” apart down each seam with a double row of holes at 9” overlap at every connection. The cross corrugations are alleviated at the overlap to create a weather tight seal. The triple flat seam overlap arch section to arch
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_____________________________________________________________________________________________ section has a 1” overlap on each of the three faces. The strong efficient SteelMaster arch system design provides a superb structural skin unparalleled in the industry.
All end wall and door panels are 18” (24”)* wide (center-to-center on the bolt holes) in, at a minimum, 22 gauge steel. Every panel is pre-cut and diepunched for ease of assembly. All end walls are corrugated to 3 ½” (7.5”)*.
End wall panels are designed according to the door system employed whether roll-up, sliding, swing or accordion styles and will accommodate any opening size, provided that it fits within the building. All steel end walls include inner and outer curved flashing angles, to connect end panels to the arch systems.
Hardware:
All arch and end wall panel fasteners are 5/16” – 18 threads/inch Grade 2 minimum SAE corrosive resisting machine bolts and locking nuts, with polyethylene pre-assembled sealing washers tested to ASTM D638 tensile strength specifications. The fasteners to attach the building to the base connection are 3/8” diameter with Grade 8A minimum SAE corrosive resisting machine bolts and locking nuts, with polyethylene pre-assembled sealing washers tested to ASTM D638 tensile strength specifications.
NZF3000 corrosion protection provides in excess of 2000 hours salt spray life (direct salt spray testing until red rust). Other non-structural fasteners, such as tek screws, shall be of standard commercial quality as required. ***DT1500 will be used on carport systems and JS1000 on buildings requiring 12 ga and 14 gauge materials.
Flashing Angle & Foam Gasket*:
Specially fabricated curved flashing angles are utilized at all end wall to roof transitions to provide a finished edge on the last arch panel and seal the end wall to the arches. These curved angles are custom made to the radius of the building and provide connection for standard or custom end walls.
SteelMaster includes a polyurethane open cell foam weather-strip gasket to cushion the end wall inside the curved angles. The foam compresses to create a cushioned seal at each arch panel.
Skylights*:
These panels will take the place of an existing steel roof panel (specific locations vary per model). These panels are manufactured to match the corrugation and, where applicable, curvature of the roof panel that they replace. This insures a complete watertight connection. Panels are made with pigmented ultra-violet inhibitors, which are added to our resin to reduce discoloration. Various weights are available from 12oz. to 24oz. When used, skylights are recommended at a maximum of one every 20 linear feet of building.
*Optional
SPECIFICATION QTY
30X28' Vertical Style Roof (Ga : 12 | 3/12' Roof Pitch | Professionally Engineered Certification) 1
12' Height 1
Front Open | Back, Left & Right Closed 1
Diagonal Braces 6
Asphalt Anchor 24
Permit Required : No
SUB TOTAL $15,155.00
Sales Tax (7.75%) $1,174.51
Additional Charges $0.00
GRAND TOTAL $16,329.51
PAY NOW Downpayment
$1,515.50
BALANCE DUE $14,814.01
BUILDING SPECIFICATION
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RESOLUTION 2025-45
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CALIMESA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FY 2025-26 BUDGET
TO INCLUDE AN ADJUSTMENT IN THE CAPITAL PROJECTS
FUND FOR THE PURCHASE OF A SHADE STRUCTURE
WHEREAS, the City Council previously approved $13,000 in the Fiscal Year 2025–26 General Fund budget for the purchase and installation of a shade structure at the Public Works Yard; and
WHEREAS, the total cost for the shade structure is $14,272.08, which exceeds the original budgeted amount by $1,272.08; and
WHEREAS, sufficient unallocated funds are available in the Capital Projects Fund to cover the additional cost; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend the budget to authorize the use of additional Capital Projects Fund monies to complete the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIMESA HEREBY FINDS, DETERMINES, RESOLVES AND ORDERS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: The City Council authorizes an increase in appropriations in the amount of $1,272.08 to the Capital Projects Fund for the purpose of funding the full cost of the shade structure.
Section 2: The City Manager or their designee is authorized to make the necessary budget adjustments to implement this resolution.
Section 3: This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 4
th day of August 2025.
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LINDA MOLINA, MAYOR
ATTEST:
_________________________________
DARLENE GERDES, CITY CLERK
Attachment 11D
City Council Meeting
Agenda Report
Agenda Item No. 12
SUBJECT: WILDLAND PROTECTION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
CALIMESA AND THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION (CAL FIRE)
MEETING DATE: August 5, 2025
PREPARED BY: Steven Shaw, Deputy Fire Chief
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-46, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Calimesa approving an Agreement between the City and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection of Wildlands within the Local Agency Responsibility Area (LRA) of the City, approving the Wildland Operating Plan between the City of Calimesa and the CAL Fire/Riverside Unit, approving an Agreement Summary with Cal Fire, and authorizing the City Manager to execute these Agreements and related documents.
BACKGROUND: The establishment of the City municipal fire department requires the City to enter various agreements with other agencies in order to effectively utilize resources and provide a full service, “all-risk,” best practices, regional approach to fire protection.
DISCUSSION: Since 2018, Calimesa entered into A Wildland Fire Protection agreement which is renewable annually and expires: June 30, 2025. The agreement being recommended for approval is the renewal of that agreement. The agreement serves similarly to an insurance policy. Should the City experience a wildland fire, this agreement provides that State (CAL FIRE) resources may be requested and made available at no additional cost.
There are various areas within our city that are designated as wildlands, Wildland Urban Interface and Wildland Urban Intermix for the purposes of fire protection. In the past, the State has provided a one-mile buffer around State Responsibility Area (SRA) in other words, the State provides for resources within the buffer area which crosses into a city’s jurisdiction. These agreements augment existing fire department resources allocated specifically for wildland firefighting service. If a jurisdiction desires coverage which extends beyond the buffer, they must contract for service on a cost per acre basis. Over four years ago the City of Calimesa was informed that the state reduced the buffer zone from one mile to a half mile from the LRA.SRA border. Staff have repeatedly attempted to receive a definitive explanation for the change of practice, which continues to result in a significantly higher annual cost than was originally anticipated. However, due to the continued exposure in various areas of our City, the City Manager and Fire Chief highly recommend entering (i.e. renewing) this agreement for fiscal year 25-26. As we in the recent past endured and experienced the Sandalwood Fire and other historical dangerous wildland fires. This agreement previously provided for an enormous number of fire suppression resources and will continue to do so in the event of a wildland fire.
It should be noted that cities with in-house fire departments typically have entered into the same type of agreements and cities that usually contract with CAL Fire and receive those types of services as part of the contract are now also being required to obtain a similar wildland protection agreement.
FISCAL IMPACT: The cost for Fiscal Year 2025-26 is $187,041.46. This cost is calculated as the per acreage cost of $50.18 plus 10.77%, times the Calimesa wildland area outside of the buffer zone (3,365 acres) which is in the LRA. This amount will be included in the 2025-26 Proposed Budget for the Fire Department
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Local Responsibility Area Wildland Protection Reimbursement Agreement (Including Operating Plan and Wildland Area Maps)
Attachment B: Resolution No. 2025-46
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COOPERATIVE FIRE PROGRAMS
LOCAL RESPONSIBILITY AREA WILDLAND PROTECTION
REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT
LG-W REV 8/2024
AGREEMENT NUMBER 3ACA07260
REGISTRATION NUMBER:
1. This Agreement is entered into between the State Agency and the Local Agency named below:
STATE AGENCY'S NAME
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection – (CAL FIRE) LOCAL AGENCY’S NAME
City of Calimesa
2. The term of this Agreement is: July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026
3. The maximum amount of this Agreement is: $ 187,041.46 One hundred eighty seven thousand, forty one dollars and forty six cents.
4. The parties agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the following exhibits which are by this reference made a part of the Agreement.
2 pages
2 pages
0 pages
13 pages
Exhibit A – Scope of Work – Includes page 2 (contact page) in count for Exhibit A Exhibit B – Budget Detail and Payment Provisions
Exhibit C* – General Terms and Conditions; DGS GTC Version: 02/2025 Exhibit D – Special Terms and Conditions (Attached hereto as part of this Agreement) Exhibit E – Additional Provisions n/a pages
*Items shown with an Asterisk (*), are hereby incorporated by reference and made part of this Agreement as if attached hereto.
General Terms and Conditions can be viewed at: http://www.dgs.ca.gov/ols IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been executed by the parties hereto.
LOCAL AGENCY California Department of General
Services Use Only LOCAL AGENCY’S NAME
City of Calimesa
BY (Authorized Signature) DATE SIGNED(Do not type)
PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON SIGNING
Will Kolbow, City Manager
ADDRESS
908 Park Ave. Calimesa, CA 92320
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
AGENCY NAME
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
BY (Authorized Signature) DATE SIGNED(Do not type)
PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON SIGNING
Matthew Sully, Deputy Director, Cooperative Fire Protection ADDRESS P.O. Box 944246, Sacramento, CA 94244-2460
Attachment 12A
Contractor Name: City of Calimesa
Contract No: 3CA07260
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EXHIBIT A
COOPERATIVE FIRE PROGRAMS
AGREEMENT FOR PROTECTION OF WILDLANDS WITHIN LOCAL AGENCY RESPONSIBILITY AREA
1. The project representatives during the term of this Agreement will be:
CAL FIRE Unit Chief: Riverside Unit Local Agency: City of Calimesa Name: Bill Wesier Name: Will Kolbow
Phone: 951-940-6900 Phone: 909-795-1010
Fax: 951-940-6910 Fax: 909-795-4399
All required correspondence shall be sent through U.S. Postal Service by certified mail and directed to:
CAL FIRE Unit Chief: Bill Weiser Local Agency:
Section/Unit: Riverside Unit Section/Unit:
Attention: Scott Lane Attention:
Address: 210 W. San Jacinto Av.
Perris, CA 92570
Address:
Phone: 951-940-6900 Phone:
Fax: 951-940-6910 Fax:
City of Calimesa
City Manager
Will Kolbow
908 Park Av.
Calimesa, CA 92320
909-795-9801
909-795-4399
Send an additional copy of all correspondence to:
CAL FIRE
Cooperative Fire Services
P.O. Box 944246
Sacramento, CA 94244-2460
2. AUTHORIZATION
This Agreement is entered into this 1st day of July, 2025, by and between the State of California, hereinafter called STATE and City of Calimesa, County of Riverside , State of California,hereinafter called Local Agency through its duly authorized officers. As used herein, Director shall mean Director of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE). Where the standard clauses for example in Exhibit C, use the word “Contractor” that word shall mean LOCAL AGENCY as LOCAL AGENCY is used in this Agreement.
Section 4142 of the Public Resources Code provides that the Director may enter into cooperative Agreements with local jurisdictions for the purpose of providing wildland fire protection.
3. SCOPE OF WORK
LOCAL AGENCY has the responsibility for protection of life, property, and wildland areas comprising , 3365 acres of land as indicated on the map included under Exhibit E and desires tocontract with the STATE to provide wildland fire protection to said area.
STATE has the ability to provide wildland fire protection for said area, of the type and degree, which it now provides on adjacent State Responsibility Areas.
Contractor Name: City of Calimesa
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4. SERVICES BY STATE
A. STATE shall provide wildland fire protection for the areas defined in the above section.
B. For those areas, which are adjacent to State Responsibility Area, STATE will provide wildland fire protection at the same level of service it now provides on adjacent State Responsibility Area.
C. For those areas (islands), which are not adjacent to State Responsibility Area, the wildland fire protection provided by the STATE will be limited to those resources identified in the preplanned wildland response for the respective area. Any resources beyond those specified in the preplanned wildland response are assistance by hire and the financial responsibility of the LOCAL AGENCY.
5. ADMINISTRATION
A. LOCAL AGENCY agrees that STATE may dispatch fire protection resources available under this Agreement to other areas of the state when needed at the sole discretion of STATE.
B. STATE response will be subject to availability of resources.
C. Incident Management within the contract area shall conform to current Incident Command System criteria for Unified Command.
D. STATE and LOCAL AGENCY shall, through established dispatch procedures, immediately notify each other of any fire incident within the contract area.
6. MUTUAL AID
LOCAL AGENCY shall provide mutual aid response into the contract area for wildfires. Structural fire protection remains the jurisdictional and financial responsibility of LOCAL AGENCY.
7. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement contains the whole Agreement between the parties. It cancels and supersedes any previous Agreement for the same or similar services.
Contractor Name: City of Calimesa
Contract No: 3CA07260
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EXHIBIT B
BUDGET DETAIL, INVOICING, PAYMENT AND RECONCILIATION
1. Invoicing and Payment:
A. LOCAL AGENCY shall pay STATE for providing said protection at the rate of $50.18 per acre, plus an 10.77% administrative charge for a total of $187,041.46 upon presentation of an invoice by STATE. The rate per acre and administrative charge will be calculated by STATE prior to January 1, of each year and annually thereafter, for the succeeding fiscal year subject to approval by LOCAL AGENCY. This Agreement shall be amended each fiscal year to reflect new rates.
B. STATE shall provide thirty (30) day written notice to LOCAL AGENCY of the cost per acre and the administrative charge to be assessed for each subsequent fiscal year during the term of this Agreement; LOCAL AGENCY shall have thirty (30) days to approve said rate; if written approval is not received by STATE within said period, STATE’s obligations hereunder shall terminate; LOCAL AGENCY shall be liable for all amounts due up to and including the date of such termination.
C. To minimize the need for reconciliation payment is expected in full after the LOCAL AGENCY receives the STATE invoice. Payments made by the LOCAL AGENCY will cover the protection rate per acre and the administrative charge for the protection services rendered by STATE and including any other costs as provided herein, giving credit for all payments made by LOCAL AGENCY and claiming the balance due to STATE, if any, or refunding to LOCAL AGENCY the amount of any overpayment.
2. Budget Contingency Clause
A. If the LOCAL AGENCY’s governing authority does not appropriate sufficient funds for the current year or any subsequent years covered under this Agreement, which results in an inability to pay the STATE for the services specified in this Agreement, the LOCAL AGENCY shall promptlynotify the STATE and this Agreement will terminate pursuant to the notice periods requiredherein.
B. If funding for any fiscal year is reduced or deleted by the LOCAL AGENCY for purposes of this program, the LOCAL AGENCY shall promptly notify the STATE, and the STATE shall have the option to either cancel this Agreement with no liability occurring to the STATE, or offer an agreement amendment to LOCAL AGENCY to reflect the reduced amount, pursuant to the notice terms herein
C. If the STATE Budget Act does not appropriate sufficient funds to provide the services for the current year or any subsequent years covered under this Agreement, which results in an inabilityo provide the services specified in this Agreement to the LOCAL AGENCY, the STATE shall promptly notify the LOCAL AGENCY, and this Agreement will terminate pursuant to the notice periods required herein.
Contractor Name: City of Calimesa
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D. If funding for any fiscal year is reduced or deleted by the STATE Budget Act for purposes of this program, the STATE shall promptly notify the LOCAL AGENCY, and the LOCAL AGENCY shall have the option to either cancel this Agreement with no liability occurring to the LOCAL AGENCY, or offer an agreement amendment to LOCAL AGENCY to reflect the reduced services, pursuant to the notice terms herein.
E. Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions in paragraphs A and B above, the LOCAL AGENCY shall remain responsible for payment for all services actually rendered by the STATE under this Agreement regardless of LOCAL AGENCY funding being reduced, deleted or not otherwise appropriated for this program. The LOCAL AGENCY shall promptly notify the STATE in writing of any budgetary changes that would impact this Agreement.
F. LOCAL AGENCY and STATE agree that this Budget Contingency Clause shall not relieve or excuse either party from its obligation(s) to provide timely notice as may be required elsewhere in this Agreement.
Contractor Name: City of Calimesa
Contract No: 3CA07260
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EXHIBIT D
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Cancellation
Failure of either party to meet any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, including nonpayment of monies due hereunder, shall be cause for the termination of this Agreement; such termination shall become effective upon written receipt of 30 day notice of cancellation.
2. Audit
If the Agreement is over $10,000, the parties shall, in accordance with Government Code Section 10532, be subject to examination and audit of the State Auditor General for a period of three (3) years after final payment under the Agreement. Examination and audit shall be confined to those matters connected with performance of the Agreement including, but not limited to, cost of administering the Agreement The Contractor warrants by execution of this Agreement, that no person or selling agency has been employed or retained to solicit or secure this Agreement upon Agreement or understanding.
3. Operating Plan
Prior to April 1 of each year, STATE and LOCAL AGENCY shall establish a joint Operating Plan for the contract area, which shall be attached after Exhibit E. If LOCAL AGENCY received its structural fire protection from another local agency, the local agency providing the structural fire protection must be party to the Operating Plan.
4. Extension of Agreement
Unless there is written notice by LOCAL AGENCY to terminate this Agreement STATE shall extend this Agreement for a single one-year period from the original termination date. The cost of services provided by STATE during the extended period shall be based upon the rates published for the fiscal year in which the extended period falls had a new Agreement been entered into.
5. Modification
This Agreement may be amended at any time by written mutual consent of the parties hereto.
6. Indemnification
Each party, to the extent permitted by law, agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the other party, its officers, agents, and employees from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any person, firm or corporation who may be injured or damaged by the indemnifying party.
Contractor Name: City of Calimesa
Contract No: 3CA07260
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EXHIBIT E
ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS
Attachments
Budget Plan
Topographic Map
Operating Plan
Annual Report
Calimesa
3CA07260
Page #: 8
39015
AND THE CITY/TOWN OF A LOCAL AGENCY
Number of Acres 3365
General Fund Reimbursement $ 19.69 $ 66,256.85
Unit Budget $ 30.49 $ 102,598.85
Sub-Total $ 168,855.70
Admin Rate 10.77% $ 18,185.76
Total Protection Cost $ 187,041.46
FOR THE 2025/2026 FISCAL YEAR
LOCAL RESPONSIBILITY AREA (LRA) WILDLAND PROTECTION REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT Program Cost Account (PCA #)
Contract Name:
Contract #:
Comments Section:
AGREEMENT COST CALCULATIONS:
THIS IS THE BUDGET PLAN FOR THE LOCAL RESPONSIBILITY AREA (LRA)
WILDLAND FIRE PROTECTION REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY & FIRE PROTECTION (CAL FIRE) Calimesa
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Wildland Operating Plan
Between
The City of Calimesa
and
CAL FIRE/Riverside Unit.
OPERATING PLAN
Table of Contents
Page
1. Overview…………………………………………………………………… 03
2. Authority…………………………………………………………………… 03
3. Purpose……………………………………………………………………... 03
4. Definitions & Restrictions………………………………………………….. 03
5. Procedures………………………………………………………………….. 03
6. Administration……………………………………………………………… 04
7. Fire Prevention……………………………………………………………… 05
8. Approval…………………………………………………………………….. 07
APPENDIX
Preplanned Initial Attack Response – Riverside Ranger Unit……………… B-1 Preplanned Initial Attack Response – Calimesa Fire Department…….. B-2 City of Calimesa
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OPERATING PLAN
1. OVERVIEW
This Operating Plan, hereinafter referred to as PLAN, is between the California Department of Forestry & Fire Protection, Riverside Unit, hereinafter referred to as CAL FIRE and the City of Calimesa, Calimesa Fire Department, hereinafter referred to as CITY. It has been developed to specifically address the Agreement for Protection of Wildlands within a Local Agency, hereinafter referred to as AGREEMENT, between CAL FIRE and CITY for wildland fire protection within the city limits.
2. AUTHORITY
The PLAN is required of both CAL FIRE and CITY as part of the AGREEMENT dated July 1, 2025.
3. PURPOSE
This PLAN will provide the Unit Chief of CAL FIRE and the CITY a means for executing the AGREEMENT and is hereby attached as Exhibit E with appendices E-1 to that AGREEMENT.
4. DEFINITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS
See AGREEMENT for definitions and descriptions of general terms. This PLAN does not allow either agency to operate outside the limitations in the AGREEMENT.
5. PROCEDURES
A. Fire Reporting/Reports-When CITY receives a report of a wildfire within the area of the AGREEMENT, it shall promptly notify the Riverside Unit Emergency Command Center (ECC). Each agency will process their appropriate reports and make the information available, upon request of the other agency, in no more than 60 days.
B. Incident Management-The Incident Command System (ICS) will be used to manage wildfires within the area of the AGREEMENT. Unified Command will be implemented with a CAL FIRE representative and a CITY representative C. Fires within the area of the AGREEMENT-Each agency will maintain a preplanned initial attack response (PIAR) for fires within the area of the AGREEMENT. See Appendices E-1 and E-2. Immediate cooperation between agency dispatch centers will occur to ensure prompt response of appropriate resources into the area of the fire. CAL FIRE resources will be ordered according to the terms of the AGREEMENT through the ECC. Any augmentation of the preplanned response, with CAL FIRE resources, shall be authorized by a CAL FIRE Incident Commander or Agency Representative.
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Augmentation of the preplanned response may require a post incident audit. The audit will seek to demonstrate that adjacent CAL FIRE Direct Protection Areas (DPA’s) were threatened, or that the augmentation was justified on a cost efficiency basis. Local government and private resources will be ordered through the CITY dispatch center (DISPATCH) to ensure proper utilization of the Master Mutual Aid Agreement.
D. Mutual Aid-All initial attack resources will be considered mutual aid for the purpose of this AGREEMENT.
E. Initial Attack-Initial attack resources will always be based on the closest resources concept identified in the PIAR. See Appendices E-1.
F. Move-Up & Cover-Station coverage will be exchanged between both agencies when appropriate. To prevent long-term coverage problems to either agency, the covering agency’s engines will be replaced with the covered agency’s resources as soon as it is practical to do so.
G. Fire Information: Unified Command1. Both agencies will enter into a unified command structure to manage the incident by establishing a common set of incident objectives and strategies.
This will be accomplished without losing or abdicating agency authority, responsibility or accountability. A Unified Ordering Point will be identified and established.
2. Representatives of both agencies will meet as needed to discuss procedures governing and locations of potential Information Centers. Both agencies will strive to maintain a roster of certified Public Information Officers for use during emergencies.
3. The Unified Command will determine which agency will provide the Lead Information Officer. Normally, it will be the agency with the greatest commitment of resources on the incident.
H. Representatives of CAL FIRE and CITY, of the rank of Battalion Chief or higher, may order resources directly from the ECC or DISPATCH when an immediate need arises.
These resources may include engines, fire crews and bulldozers in accordance with the AGREEMENT. Resources sent in response to these requests will conform to the closet resources concept
6. ADMINISTRATION
The CAL FIRE Unit Chief and the CITY Fire Chief, or their designees, along with representatives from the CAL FIRE ECC and CITY DISPATCH will meet annually to discuss, review, and update the following items; procedures for reporting fires, procedures to dispatch resources to fires within the area of the AGREEMENT, procedures to dispatch resources to City of Calimesa
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fires along the boundaries of the area of the AGREEMENT, and exchange general or specific information which would might affect the other agency.
7. FIRE PREVENTION
.
A. POLICY
All fire prevention activities conducted on lands within the area of the AGREEMENT will be consistent with both agencies guidelines. CAL FIRE and CITY will be expected to conduct a year-round, aggressive fire prevention program using guidelines within the CAL FIRE Handbook 9000 and CITY Fire Prevention Guidelines. This will include, but is not limited to, annual analysis and planning sessions to generate an active fire prevention plan.
1. Public Information Program-This will include all types of fire prevention news releases through the available media. Other methods will include public meetings, fairs, rodeos, parades, services clubs and a regular schedule of school programs for all grades.
2. Protection/Planning Issues-Although the responsibility for enforcing fire safe ordinances pertaining to improvements in wildland areas within the city limits is the responsibility of CITY, a CAL FIRE representative will be available upon request to comment on these issues and assist in the enforcement of related ordinances.
3. Hazard Reduction Inspections
a. Home Inspection – CAL FIRE will work directly with CITY to enforce Public Resources Code (PRC) Sections 4291, 4446, 4442, 4123, or the Uniform Fire Code sections when applicable.
b. Power line Inspections – CAL FIRE will work directly with CITY inspecting power lines over 750 volts, using PRC 4292 and 4293 as a guide.
B. RESPONSIBILITY
CAL FIRE and CITY personnel will, in the performance of their duties, give full consideration to the prevention of fires and public education. Both agencies will allow staff to establish attainable fire prevention goals.
C. EXISTING AND PROJECTED DEMAND
Fire Prevention and suppression are the primary roles for both agencies. If the City of Calimesa
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demand for services increases in the future, both agencies will develop more intensive programs. Fire protection and prevention will be influenced by the following factors:
1. Increased recreational use.
2. Increased residential and commercial development.
3. Increased utilization of vacation residences.
4. Industrial activity.
D. OBJECTIVES
The primary objective of the fire prevention plan is the reduction of fire suppression expenditures and damages from human-caused fires. The secondary objective is a current and comprehensive public education program for fire safety awareness and code enforcement.
E. RECOMMENDED ACTIONS
Both agencies will actively pursue public awareness programs through the following:
1. Public Education
a. School programs, ages K-12
b. Roadside sign program
c. Timely newspaper articles concerning fire awareness
d. Attendance at various local events which lend themselves to fire prevention displays.
2. Code Enforcement
a. Active PRC 4291 home inspection program in target areas. b. Enforcement of the Fire Safe Ordinances as they apply to construction in watershed areas. CAL FIRE will take an advisory role with the CITY Fire Marshal within the areas of the AGREEMENT.
F. FUEL MODIFICATION
Both agencies will continue to encourage individual property owners and property owner associations to establish and maintain a healthy fuel complex through the City of Calimesa
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following:
1. Prescribed burning through available programs.
2. Forest practice inspections.
3. Fuel modification using mechanized systems, fire crews, and local resources.
4. Biomass programs to control stems per acre, and remove dead and down materials.
G. BURNING PERMITS
Burning permits will be required in the city limits consistent with those guidelines established in adjacent areas. This will provide consistency in the burn hours and any controls needed for the overall program.
1. Burning Permit Issuance
The CITY has the responsibility of issuing burn permits within the city limits and the area of the AGREEMENT. Both agencies will agree to and establish burn permit guidelines by April 1 of each year. The guidelines will follow those established by CAL FIRE to ensure consistency in the burn programs in both the CITY and areas adjacent to CAL FIRE.
2. Suspension of Permit Procedures
The suspension of burning permits in the area of the AGREEMENT will be directly related to the burning permit suspension procedures outside the area of the AGREEMENT to ensure area-wide consistency. Suspensions will be based on input from CAL FIRE and CITY.
H. MONITORING AND EVALUATION
Periodic monitoring and evaluation of the PLAN will provide the opportunity to make orderly and timely amendments and revisions of the PLAN. Monitoring will determine if the:
1. PLAN is being followed.
2. PLAN objectives are being met.
3. PLAN is achieving desired results.
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8. APPROVAL:
This PLAN is approved and authorized as Exhibit B Attachment 3 of the AGREEMENT between CAL FIRE and CITY:
FOR CITY:
City of Calimesa
Fire Department
Address: 908 Park Ave
Calimesa, CA 92320
FOR CAL FIRE:
California Department of Forestry
& Fire Protection
Riverside Unit
210 W. San Jacinto Ave
Perris, CA 92570
_________________________
Bill Weiser, Unit Chief
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Will Kolbow, City Manager
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PREPLANNED INITIAL ATTACK RESPONSE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION
AND CITY OF CALIMESA WILDLAND FIRE PROTECTION AGREEMENT Dozer Engines
Chief
Officer
Hand
Crews Copter
Air
Attack
Air
Tanker
Low 0 2 0 0 0 0 0
Med 1 5 1 1 1 0 0
High 2 7 2 4 1 1 2
Station Proximity1 Air Attack
1. Hemet-Ryan
2. Ramona
1. Battalion 3 Beaumont FFS
2. Battalion 5 San Jacinto FFS
Bulldozers
1. Beaumont
Hand Crews
1. Oak Glen 2. Hemet-Ryan
2. Bautista 3. Perris
3. Norco Copters
1. Hemet-Ryan
4. Los Pinos
2. Keenwild
3. Prado
4. Heaps
APPENDIX B-1
1 Depends upon the actual location of the incident
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PREPLANNED INITIAL ATTACK RESPONSE
CITY OF CALIMESA FIRE DEPARTMENT
CITY OF CALIMESA WILDLAND FIRE PROTECTION AGREEMENT
ENGINES
BRUSH ENGINES
WATER TENDERS OFFICER
Low 1 0 1
Med 1 0 1
High 1 0 1
Station Proximity
City of Calimesa Sta. 1
APPENDIX B-2
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-46
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CALIMESA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION (CAL FIRE) FOR
PROTECTION OF WILDLANDS WITHIN LOCAL AGENCY
RESPONSIBILITY AREA FROM JULY 1, 2025, THROUGH JUNE
30, 2026, AND RELATED DOCUMENTS
WHEREAS, the City of Calimesa is a California municipal corporation located in the County of Riverside, State of California; and WHEREAS, the City of Calimesa formed its Fire Department on January 1, 2018, and has certain wildland areas containing approximately 3,365 acres of land within the City boundary that are designated as Local Responsibility Areas (LRA); and
WHEREAS, the City desires to enter into an agreement with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for fire protection within the LRA.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIMESA HEREBY FINDS, DETERMINES, RESOLVES AND ORDERS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1 The City Council of the City of Calimesa does hereby approve the following documents: (a) the Agreement with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for the protection of wildlands within the LRA for the period from July 1, 2025 Through June 30, 2026 (Agreement No. 3ACA07260); Exhibit (a) Cooperative Fire Programs, Exhibit (b) Budget Detail, Exhibit (d) Special Terms and Conditions, Exhibit (e) Additional Provisions.
Wildland Operating Plan between the City of Calimesa and CAL FIRE/Riverside Unit; Agreement No. 3ACA07260.
Section 2 The City Manager for City of Calimesa is hereby authorized to execute the Agreement and other documents specified in Section 1 of this Resolution on behalf of the City of Calimesa.
PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 4
th day of August 2025.
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LINDA MOLINA, MAYOR
ATTEST:
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DARLENE GERDES, CITY CLERK
Attachment 12B
City Council Meeting
Agenda Report
Agenda Item No. 13
SUBJECT: ORDINANCE NO. 415 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CALIMESA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 EDITIONS OF
THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING, RESIDENTIAL, ELECTRICAL,
MECHANICAL, PLUMBING, ENERGY, HISTORICAL BUILDING, FIRE,
EXISTING BUILDING AND GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODES,
WHICH ARE CODIFIED IN TITLE 24 OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, AND THE 2024 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, THE 1996 EDITION OF THE U.S.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
PERMANENT FOUNDATIONS GUIDE FOR MANUFACTURED HOUSING
(4930.3G), WITH APPENDICES THERETO, INCLUDING AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS; AND AMENDING TITLE 15 OF THE
CALIMESA MUNICIPAL CODE.
MEETING DATE: August 4, 2025
PREPARED BY: Dave Fredborg, Chief Building Official Charles Abbott and Associates RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council;
a) Introduce First Reading of Ordinance No. 415 by title only: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CALIMESA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025
EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING, RESIDENTIAL, ELECTRICAL,
MECHANICAL, PLUMBING, ENERGY, HISTORICAL BUILDING, FIRE, EXISTING
BUILDING AND GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODES, WHICH ARE CODIFIED IN TITLE 24 OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, AND THE 2024 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, THE 1996 EDITION OF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
PERMANENT FOUNDATIONS GUIDE FOR MANUFACTURED HOUSING
(4930.3G), WITH APPENDICES THERETO, INCLUDING AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS; AND AMENDING TITLE 15 OF THE CALIMESA MUNICIPAL CODE.
b) Set a Public Hearing for August 18, 2025 to conduct second reading of Ordinance No. 415.
SUMMARY: The California Building Standards Commission (the “Commission”) adopted and published the 2025 California Building Standards Code (“State Building Codes”). The State Building Codes include the California Building, Residential, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy, Historical Building, Existing Building and Green Building Standards Codes.
The proposed ordinance would adopt, with modifications, most codes comprising the 2025 Edition of the State Building Codes. Additionally, the proposed ordinance would adopt by reference the 2024 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code as the City’s Property Maintenance Code.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION: The Commission updates and publishes the State Building Codes every three years as required by state law. The State Building Codes have been published by the Commission and are incorporated into Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations as Parts 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 and 11 respectively.
Health and Safety Code section 17958 and 18938 states that the State Building Codes become effective 180 days following publication of new State Building Codes, unless modified by local jurisdictions. If a jurisdiction fails to modify the State Building Standards by, for example, adopting its own more restrictive building standards, the building standards in the State Building Codes automatically become effective within that jurisdiction.
Health and Safety Code section 17958.5 and 18941.5 permit modifications where “reasonably necessary because of local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions,” and section 17958.7(a) requires an express finding that such conditions exist. The proposed ordinance would adopt the 2025 Edition of the State Building Codes with certain modifications to the California Building, and Residential Codes based on findings of necessity due to local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 50022.2, any local agency is authorized to adopt an ordinance that adopts any code by reference, in whole or in part. Accordingly, Staff is recommending the adoption of the 2024 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code as the City’s Property Maintenance Code.
To accomplish the adoption by reference of the State Building Codes, a first reading of the proposed ordinance must occur. A public hearing will occur in conjunction with the second reading of the proposed ordinance. Notice of the public hearing must also be published twice prior to the hearing.
If approved, the proposed ordinance would amend Title 15 of the Calimesa Municipal Code by repealing and replacing prior editions of the State Building Codes with the 2025 editions of the same.
In addition, it will adopt the 2024 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code.
This code adoption procedure is in accordance with Government Code Section 50022.2 and Health and Safety Code Sections 17958, 17958.5, 17958.7 and 18941.5.
Chapter 15.37 was added to the Code for adoption of the 1996 edition of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Permanent Foundations Guide for Manufactured Housing (4930.3g).
ENVIRONMENTAL: The adoption of the ordinance is categorically exempt from environmental review as a Class 8 Exemption pursuant to Section 15308 of the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3). It is further exempt in that there is no possibility that the adoption of this ordinance, and the regulations established thereby, may have a significant effect on the environment, because the ordinance will impose greater limitations
on development in the City, and will thereby serve to reduce potential significant adverse environmental impacts. It is therefore exempt from California Environmental Quality Act review pursuant to Title 14, Section 15061(b)(3) of the California Code of Regulations.
FISCAL REVIEW: No fiscal impact.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: Draft Ordinance No. 415
ORDINANCE NO. 415
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CALIMESA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 EDITIONS OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING,
RESIDENTIAL, ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, PLUMBING, ENERGY,
HISTORICAL BUILDING, FIRE, EXISTING BUILDING AND GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODES, WHICH ARE CODIFIED IN TITLE 24 OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, AND THE 2024 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE, THE 1996 EDITION OF THE U.S.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT PERMANENT
FOUNDATIONS GUIDE FOR MANUFACTURED HOUSING (4930.3G), WITH
APPENDICES THERETO, INCLUDING AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS; AND AMENDING TITLE 15 OF THE CALIMESA MUNICIPAL CODE WHEREAS, the City of Calimesa has adopted the 2025 Editions of Codes comprising the California Building Standards Code has adopted the 2024 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code and has adopted the 1996 Edition of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Permanent Foundations Guide for Manufactured Housing (4930.3G); and WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Section 18938(b) provides that the most recent editions of the California Fire Code, the California Building Code, Appendix Chapter 1 of the Uniform Code for Building Conservation, the California Plumbing Code, the California Electrical Code, and the California Mechanical Code, as referenced in the California Building Standards Code, shall apply to all occupancies in the state and shall become effective 180 days after by the California Building Standards Commission (hereinafter referred to as the "Commission") or at a later date after publication established by the Commission; and
WHEREAS, the 2025 California Building Code, Volumes 1 and 2, 2025 California Residential Code, 2025 California Electrical Code, 2025 California Mechanical Code, 2025 California Plumbing Code, 2025 California Energy Code, 2025 Historical Building Code, 2025 California Fire Code, 2025 Existing Building Code, and 2025 California Green Building Standards Code, and Appendices (collectively, “Codes”) have been published by the Commission and incorporated into Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, as Parts 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, and 11 respectively; and WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code Sections 17958, 17958.5, 17958.7, and 18941.5 allow certain amendments to the Codes to be made by a local government provided findings of necessity, based on certain local conditions, can be made; and WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Permanent Foundations Guide for Manufactured Housing (4930.3G) provides standards for the installation of manufactured homes on permanent foundations when on private property; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Calimesa is authorized, pursuant to Section 50022.2, et seq., of the California Government Code, to adopt the Codes and other uniform codes as a primary code, by reference, in whole or in part, and the primary code may adopt by reference a secondary code in whole or in part; and
WHEREAS, this Ordinance amends Title 15 of the Calimesa Municipal Code by repealing references to the prior editions of the codes and making clear that the 2025 Codes are now in effect in the City of Calimesa.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIMESA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Attachment 13A
Section 1. Chapter 15.05 (“Adoption of the 2016 Edition of the California Building Code”) of Title 15 (“Buildings and Construction”) of the Municipal Code of the City of Calimesa is hereby amended to read as follows:
Chapter 15.05
ADOPTION OF THE 2022 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE Sections:
15.05.010 Adoption of the California Building Code, 2022 Edition.
15.05.020 Amendments.
15.05.030 Regulation of building construction.
15.05.010 Adoption of the California Building Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition The 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition of the California Building Code (Part 2 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), including Volumes 1 and 2, based on the 2021 International Building Code as published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted by reference. A copy of the building code as adopted is on file available in the office of the building official and is open available for to public inspection. [Ord. 389 § 1, 2023; Ord. 368 § 1, 2019; Ord. 364 § 1, 2019; Ord. 344 § 1, 2016; Ord. 329 § 1, 2013; Ord. 311 § 1, 2011; Ord. 276 § 2, 2008; Ord. 198 § 2, 2002; Code 1990 § 8.2.01.]
15.05.020 Amendments.
The California Building Code is amended as follows:
A. Except as hereinafter provided, the California Building Code, Chapter 1, Division II, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition, is hereby made a part hereof as though set forth in full and the same shall be established and adopted as the rules, regulations, provisions and conditions for the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, conversion, demolition, occupancy, equipment, use and maintenance of buildings or structures in the city, and is hereby adopted by reference as the scope and administration provisions of the city of Calimesa.
B. California Building Code, Chapter 1, Division II (“Scope and Administration”), as adopted herein, is amended as follows:
Section 104.8 Liability. The Building Official or his or her authorized representative as employees or acting under contract as agents of this jurisdiction, charged with the enforcement of this code and the technical codes, acting in good faith and without malice in the discharge of his duties, shall not thereby be rendered personally liable for damage that may occur to persons or property as a result of an act or omission in the discharge of the assigned duties. A suit brought against the Building Official, employee or his/her authorized agent acting under contract of this jurisdiction, because of such act or omission performed by the Building Official, employee or his/her authorized agent acting under contract of this jurisdiction in the enforcement of the provisions of such codes or other pertinent laws or ordinances implemented through the enforcement of this Code or enforced by the code enforcement agency shall be defended by this jurisdiction until final termination of such proceedings, and any judgment resulting there from shall be assumed by this jurisdiction.
This Code shall not be construed to relieve from or lessen the responsibility of any such person owning, operating or controlling a building, structure or building service equipment therein for damages to persons or property caused by defects, nor shall the code enforcement agency or its parent jurisdiction be held as assuming such liability by reason of the inspections authorized by this code or permits or certificates issued under this Code.
Section 105.2, Work exempt from a permit, of Chapter 1 of the California Building Code is hereby amended by amending exemptions 2, 9 and 14 to read as follows:
2. Fences not over 6 feet (2134 mm) high. Block walls not over 4 feet
9. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy that are less than 18 inches deep, do not exceed 5,000 gallons and are installed entirely above ground.
14. Decks not over 200 square feet (18.58 m2
) in area, that are not more than 30 inches (762mm) above grade at any point and not attached to a dwelling and do not serve the exit door required by Section R311.2.
Section 105.5, Expiration, of Chapter 1, Division II of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
Section 105.5 Expiration. Every residential permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 365 days after its issuance, or if work has been suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days between each required inspection. Every commercial permit issued shall become invalid unless the work on the site authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance, or if work has been suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days between each required inspection. The building official is authorized to grant, in writing, only one extension of time for a period of 180 days. The extension shall be requested in writing and justifiable cause demonstrated.
Section 109.2, Schedule of permit fees, of Chapter 1, Division II of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
Section 109.2 Schedule of permit fees. On buildings, structures, electrical, gas, mechanical, and plumbing systems, grading or alterations requiring a permit, a fee for each permit shall be paid as set forth in the most recent resolution of the City Council regarding fees for building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, solar, fire and grading permits. When a plan or other data is required to be submitted by Section 106.1, the plan review fee, established by city council resolution, must be paid at the time of submitting plans and specifications for review.
Section 109.6.1, Fee refunds. Section 109.6.1 of Chapter 1, Division II is added to the CBC to read as follows:
109.6.1 Fee Refunds. The Building Official may authorize a refund of any fee that was erroneously paid or collected.
The Building Official may authorize a refund of not more than 80 percent of the applicable permit fee paid when no work has been done under the permit.
The Building Official may authorize a refund of not more than 80 percent of the plan review fee paid when an application for a permit is withdrawn or canceled before any examination time has been expended.
The Building Official may not authorize a refund of any fee paid except upon written application filed by the original permittee no later than 180 days after date of fee payment.
Section 109.7, Investigation fees: Work without a permit. Section 109.7 of Chapter 1 Division II is added to the CBC to read as follows:
109.7. Investigation Fees: Work without a Permit.
109.7.1 Investigation. Whenever work for which a permit is required by this code has been commenced without first obtaining a permit, a special investigation will be made before a permit may be issued. 109.7.2 Fee. An investigation fee, in addition to the permit fee, may be collected whether or not a permit is then or subsequently issued. The investigation fee must be equal to the amount of the permit fee required by this code and will be established by City Council resolution. The payment of such investigation fee will not exempt an applicant from compliance with all other provisions of either this code or the technical codes, nor from the penalty prescribed by law.
Section 109.8, Reinspection fees. Section 109.8 of Chapter 1, Division II is added to the CBC to read as follows:
109.8 Reinspection Fees. A reinspection fee may be imposed for each inspection or reinspection, when such portion of work for which an inspection is called is not complete or when required corrections are not made. This section is not to be interpreted as requiring reinspection fees the first time a job is rejected for failure to comply with the requirements of the technical codes, but as a method of controlling the practice of calling inspections before the job is ready for such inspection or reinspection.
Reinspection fees may be imposed when the inspection record card is not posted, or otherwise not available on the work site; the approved plans are not readily available to the inspector; for failure to provide access on the date for which the inspection is requested; or for deviating from plans requiring the approval of the Building Official.
To obtain a reinspection, the applicant must file an application in writing upon a city-approved form and pay the applicable reinspection fee.
In instances where reinspection fees have been assessed, additional inspection of the work will not be performed until the required fees have been paid.
Section 111.3, Temporary occupancy, of Chapter 1, Division II is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
Section 111.3 Temporary occupancy. The Building Official is authorized to issue a temporary certificate of occupancy before the completion of the entire work covered by the permit and approvals; provided that such portion or portions shall be occupied safely, and approvals granted from associated departments. The building official shall set a time period during which the temporary occupancy is valid, and the applicant shall provide a bond or cash deposit for the cost of completion of the work. Is not adopted. No occupancy shall be granted until all conditions of approval have been satisfied.
Section 113.3, Board of appeals qualifications, of Chapter 1, Division II is added to the California Building Code to read as follows:
Section 113.3 Board of appeals qualifications. The City Council shall be designated as the board of appeals.
Section 202, Definitions. CBC Section 202, Barrier, Spa, Non-Self-Contained; Spa, Self-Contained, is added to the CBC; and amending the definition of “swimming pool” by revising these definitions to read as follows:
Barrier. A barrier is a permanently installed fence, wall, building wall, or any combination of these that completely surrounds the swimming pool area and obstructs access to the swimming pool area.
Swimming Pools. Any body of water created by artificial means which is designed, intended for use, or used for swimming or immersion purposes, which has a water depth exceeding 18 inches. The term, “pool,” includes swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, above-and below- ground, and vinyl-lined pools; pool does not include plumbing fixtures such as bathtubs nor does it apply to man-made lakes, reservoirs, farm ponds, or ponds used primarily for public park purposes, water conservation purposes, irrigation purposes or for the watering of livestock.
SPA, NON-SELF-CONTAINED means a hydro-massage pool or tub for recreational or therapeutic use, not located in health-care facilities, designed for immersion of users and usually having a filter, heater and motor driven blower.
It may be installed indoors or outdoors, on the ground or on a supporting structure, or in the ground or in a supporting structure. A non-self-contained spa is intended for recreational bathing and contains water over 18 inches deep.
SPA, SELF-CONTAINED means a continuous-duty appliance in which all control, water-heating and watercirculating equipment is an integral part of the product, located entirely under the spa skirt. A self-contained spa is intended for recreational bathing and contains water over 18 inches deep.
Section 1505, Fire Classification. Section 1505.1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
Section 1505.1 General. Roof assemblies shall be divided into classes defined in this section. Class A and B roof assemblies and roof coverings required to be listed by this section shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E108 or UL 790.
Table 1505.1 is amended, by the deletion of Table 1505.1 and the addition of a new Table 1505.1 thereto, to read as follows:
IA IB IIA IIB IIIA IIIB IV VA VB
A A A A A A A A A
FOR SI: 1 FOOT = 304.8 MM, 1 square foot = 0.0929m2
a. Unless otherwise required in accordance with Chapter 7A.
Section 1505.2 of the 2022 Edition of the California Building Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
1505.2 Roof assembly requirements. The roof assembly on any structure regulated by this code shall be as specified in Table 1505.1 except that only fire-retardant roof coverings meeting Class A roofing assemblies are permitted in the City of Calimesa. Roof coverings required to be listed by this section shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E 108 or UL 790. The roofing assembly includes the roof deck, underlayment, interlayment, insulation and covering, which is assigned a roof classification.
Exception: Skylights and sloped glazing that comply with Chapter 24 or Section 2610.
Section 1505.1.2, Roof Coverings within all other areas. Section 1505.1.2 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
Section 1505.1.2 The entire roof covering of every existing structure where more than 50 percent of the total roof area is replaced within any one year period, the entire roof covering of every new structure, and any roof covering applied in the alteration, repair, or replacement of the roof of every existing structure, shall be fire-retardant roof covering that is at least Class A
The following provision is hereby added to Volume 2, Chapter 31 of the California Building Code (“Special Construction”) as follows:
Section 3109.1 General. Section 3109.1 of the CBC is amended to read as follows:
3109.1 General. The design and construction of swimming pools, spas and hot tubs shall comply with this code.
Section 3109.3, Residential Swimming Pools. Sections 3109.3 is added to the CBC to read as follows:
3109.3 Residential swimming pools. Residential swimming pools shall be completely enclosed by a barrier complying with the Amended California Residential Code Appendix AX Section 3109.3.1, Barrier location, materials, height and clearances. Sections 3109.3.1 through 3109.3.3 are added to read as follows:
3109.3.1.1 Location. The area where the pool is located shall have a permanently installed barrier fence constructed using durable materials with concrete poured in place footings. The barrier fencing shall enclose the entire pool area and shall comply with sections 3109.3.1 through 3103.9.1 3109.3.1.2 Barrier materials. The pool barrier fencing shall be constructed from durable materials such as wood, solid vinyl fencing, concrete, masonry walls and chain link fencing. Cloth type fencing is prohibited for use as a permanent pool perimeter barrier.
3109.3.1 Barrier Height and Clearances. The top of the barrier must be at least 60 inches above grade measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool. The maximum vertical clearance between grade and the bottom of the barrier must be two inches measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool. Where the top of the pool structure is above grade, the barrier is authorized to be at ground level or mounted on top of the pool structure, and the maximum vertical clearance between the top of the pool structure and the bottom of the barrier must be four inches.
3109.3.1.1 Openings. Openings in the barrier must not allow passage of a 4-inch-diameter sphere. Openings along the bottom of the barrier shall not exceed 2” above grade 3109.3.1.2 Solid barrier surfaces. Solid barrier surfaces which do not have openings shall not contain indentations or protrusions except for normal construction tolerances and tooled masonry joints.
3109.3.1.3 Closely spaced horizontal members. Where the barrier is composed of horizontal and vertical members and the distance between the tops of the horizontal members is less than 45 inches, the horizontal members shall be located on the swimming pool side of the fence. Spacing between vertical members shall not be greater than 1 3/4 inches in width. Where there are decorative cutouts within vertical members, spacing with the cutouts shall not be greater than 1 3/4 inches in width.
3109.3.1.4 Widely spaced horizontal members. Where the barrier is composed of horizontal members and the distance between the tops of the horizontal members is 45 inches or more, spacing between vertical members must not be greater than 4 inches. Where there are decorative cutouts within vertical members, spacing must not be greater than 1 3/4 inches in width.
3109.3.1.5 Chain link dimensions. Mesh size for chain link fences must not be greater than 1 3/4 inches in width, unless the fence is provided with slats fastened at the top or bottom that reduce the openings to not more than 1 3/4 in width.
3109.3.1.6 Diagonal members. Where the barrier is composed of diagonal members shall not be greater than 1 3/4 inches.
3109.3.1.7 Gates. Access gates must comply with the requirements of Sections 3109.3.1 through 3109.3.1.6 and must be equipped to accommodate a locking device. Pedestrian access gates must open outward away from the pool and must be self- closing and have a self-latching device. Doors or gates other than pedestrian access gates must have a self-latching device and must be equipped with lockable hardware or padlocks and must remain locked at all times when not in use. Release mechanisms must comply with Sections 1010.1.9 and 1109.13. Where release mechanisms of the self-latching device are located less than 60 inches above grade measured on the side of the barrier that faces away from the swimming pool, the release mechanism must be located on the pool side of the gate at least three inches below the top of the gate and the gate barrier may have no opening greater than one-half inch within 18 inches of the release mechanism.
3109.3.1.8 Dwelling wall as a barrier. Where a wall of a dwelling serves as part of the barrier, two safety devices must be provided in accordance with Section 115922 of the California Health and Safety Code. 3109.3.1.9 Pool structure as barrier. Where an above-ground pool structure, and the means of access is a ladder or steps, then the ladder or steps either shall be capable of being secured, locked or removed to prevent access, or the ladder or steps shall be surrounded by a barrier that meets the requirements of Sections 3109.3.1.1 through 3109.3.1.8. Where the ladder or steps are secured, locked or removed, any opening shall not allow the passage of a 4-inch-diameter sphere.
3109.3.2 Indoor swimming pools. Wall surrounding indoor swimming pools shall not be required to comply with Section 3109.3.1.8. through 3109.3.3.
3109.3.3 Prohibited Locations. Barriers shall be located as to prohibit permanent structures, equipment or similar objects from being used to climb the barriers. There shall be a clear zone of not less than 36” between the exterior of the enclosure and any permanent structures or equipment such as pumps, filters and heaters that can be used to climb the enclosure.
Section 3109.4, Residential Swimming Pools. Sections 3109.4 is added to the CBC to read as follows:
3109.4 Withholding approval. Plaster inspection or approval to fill a pool or spa with water shall be withheld by the Building Official, until there has been compliance with all fencing and other requirements of this Section.
Appendices deleted. Appendices A, B, C, D, E, and K are deleted.
Appendix J 103, Permits Required. Appendix J, Section 103.2 of the California Building Code is hereby revised to read as follows:
Section J103.2 Exemptions. A grading permit shall not be required for the following:
When approved by the building official, grading, which consist of a fill less than 1 foot in depth and placed on natural terrain with a slope flatter than 1 unit vertical in 5 units horizontal (20% slope), or less than 2ft in depth, not intended
to support structures, that does not exceed 50 cubic yards on any one lot and does not obstruct a drainage course.
Such grading shall be in an isolated, self-contained area, provided there is no danger to the public, and such grading will not adversely affect adjoining properties.
Excavation for construction of a structure permitted under this code.
Cemetery graves.
Refuse disposal sites controlled by other regulations.
Excavations for wells, or trenches for utilities.
Mining, quarrying, excavating, processing or stockpiling rock, sand, gravel, aggregate or clay controlled by other regulations, provided such operations do not affect the lateral support of, or significantly increases stresses in, soil on adjoining properties. Exploratory excavations performed under the direction of a registered design professional.
Exemption from the permit requirements of this appendix shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.
Section J104.2.1, Grading Designation. Section J104.2.1 is added to the CBC to read as follows:
Section J104.2.1 Grading Designation. All grading exceeding 500 cubic yards must be performed in accordance with the approved grading plan prepared by a civil engineer and will be designated as engineered grading. Grading involving less than 500 cubic yards will be designated regular grading, unless the Public Works Director or Building Official determines that special conditions or unusual hazards exist, in which case the grading must conform to the requirements for engineered grading.
Section J104.2.2, Engineered Grading Requirements. Section J104.2.2 is added to the CBC to read as follows:
Section J104.2.2 Engineered Grading Requirements. Application for a grading permit must, at a minimum, be accompanied by, but not be limited to, two sets of plans and specifications, and supporting data consisting of a soils engineering report and engineering geology report. The plans and specifications must be prepared and signed by an individual licensed by the State to prepare such plans or specifications when required by the Public Works Director or Building Official.
Specifications must contain information covering construction and material requirements.
Plans must be drawn to scale upon substantial mylar; must be of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work proposed; and show in detail that they will conform to the provisions of this code and all relevant laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. The first sheet of each set of plans must give the location of the work, the name and address of the owner, and the person who prepared the plans.
The plans must include, but not be limited to, the following information:
1. General vicinity of the proposed site.
2. Property limits and accurate contours of existing ground and details of terrain and area drainage.
3. Limiting dimensions, elevations or finish contours to be achieved by the grading, and proposed drainage channels and related construction.
4. Detailed plans of all surface and subsurface drainage devices, walls, cribbing, dams, and other protective devices to be constructed with, or as a part of, the proposed work together with a map showing the drainage area and the estimated runoff of the area served by any drains.
5. Location of any buildings or structures on the property where the work is to be performed, and the location of any buildings or structures on land of adjacent owners that are within 15 feet (4572 mm) of the property, or that may be affected by the proposed grading operations.
6. Recommendations included in the soils engineering report and the engineering geology report must be incorporated in the grading plans or specifications. When approved by the Public Works Director or Building Official, specific recommendations contained in the soils engineering report and the engineering geology report, which are applicable to grading, may be included by reference.
7. The dates of the soils engineering and engineering geology reports together with the names, addresses and phone numbers of the firms, or individuals, who prepared the reports.
Appendix J, Section 105.1 is amended by inserting the following sentence after the first sentence of Section J105.1 to read:
All grading equaling or greater than 5000 cubic yards shall be reviewed, permitted and inspected by the City Engineer or the Building Official.
[Ord. 389 § 1, 2023; Ord. 368 § 1, 2019; Ord. 344 § 1, 2016; Ord. 329 § 1, 2013; Ord. 311 § 1, 2011.]
15.05.030 Regulation of building construction.
Each and all of the regulations, provisions, conditions and terms of the California Building Code, as adopted by this chapter, shall govern and regulate the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removing, demolition, conversion, occupancy, equipment, use height, area, maintenance, issuance of permits and collection of fees for such permits, of all buildings or structures within the city of Calimesa. [Ord. 389 § 1, 2023; Ord. 368 § 1, 2019; Ord. 344 § 1, 2016; Ord. 329 § 1, 2013; Ord. 311 § 1, 2011; Ord. 276 § 2, 2008; Ord. 198 § 2, 2002; Code 1990 § 8.2.02. Formerly 15.05.020]
Chapter 15.10
ADOPTION OF THE 2022 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE Sections:
15.10.010 Adoption of the California Fire Code, 2022 Edition.
15.10.020 Amendments.
15.10.030 Regulation of building construction.
Prior legislation: Code 1990 §§ 8.12.03, 8.12.04 and 8.12.05.
15.10.010 Adoption of the California Fire Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition.
Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 50022.1 to 50022.10, inclusive, of the Government Code of the state and subject to the particular additions, deletions, amendments set forth in this chapter, the rules, regulations, provisions, standards, and conditions set forth in that certain code known as the 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition of the California Fire Code published by the International Code Council and the California Building Standards Commission with errata, including appendices B, BB, C, CC, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, N and O, inclusive of all of the inclusions and exclusions set forth in each chapter’s matrix, are hereby adopted by reference and shall apply within the city of Calimesa, and the same are collectively designated and may be known and referenced to as the “fire code” of the city of Calimesa. [Ord. 387 § 2, 2023; Ord. 368 § 2, 2019; Ord. 364 § 2, 2019; Ord. 344 § 2, 2016; Ord. 329 § 3, 2013; Ord. 311 § 3, 2011; Ord. 280 § 1, 2008; Ord. 226 § 2, 2004; Code 1990 § 8.12.01.]
15.10.020 Amendments.
A. Section 111.1 of the California Fire Code is amended and restated in its entirety to read as follows:
111.1 Board of appeals established. The Board of Appeals shall be the City Manager. If he or she determines an outside board is needed, he or she shall designate an outside hearing officer to hear the appeal. The Fire Chief shall be notified of any appeal and the Fire Chief or his or her designee shall be in attendance at the appeal hearing.
Depending on the subject of the appeal, specialized expertise may be solicited, at the expense of the applicant, for the purpose of providing input to the Appeals Board.
B. Section 112.4 of the California Fire Code is amended and restated in its entirety to read as follows:
112.4 Violation penalties. Violations of any provision of this chapter or the provisions of any permit granted pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to punishment or remedy as provided in Title 1 of the Municipal Code.
C. Section 307 of the California Fire Code is amended and restated in its entirety to read as follows:
Section 307 Open and Outdoor Burning
307.1 General. No person shall kindle or maintain or authorize to be kindled or maintained any open and outdoor burning except as permitted by, and subject to the requirements of this Section 307, inclusive of Sections 307.1 through 307.5.
307.2 Definitions. The terms below shall have the following respective meanings for purposes of this Section 307.
1. “Agricultural Burning” means an outdoor open fire of burning clean vegetation for silvicultural, range, or wildlife management practices, prevention, or control of disease or pests.
2. “Approved” means acceptable to the City of Calimesa Fire Department Fire Chief or designee.
3. “Barbecue grill” (also known as a barbecue or BBQ) means a portable or fixed device constructed of noncombustible material for the primary purpose of cooking food with a fuel fire consisting of either liquefied petroleum (LP), natural gas, clean wood, or charcoal.
4. “Barbecue pit” means a trench or depression in the ground for the primary purpose of cooking food with a fuel fire consisting of either clean wood or charcoal.
5. “Bonfires” means an outdoor open fire for pleasure, entertainment, ceremonial, cooking, warmth, or other similar activities with a fueled fire consisting of either liquefied petroleum (LP), natural gas, or clean wood with a total fuel area of three (3) feet or greater in width, length, or diameter or a total fuel area of two (2) feet or greater in height.
6. “Kindle” means to light or set on fire.
7. “Open and outdoor burning” means burning materials wherein combustion products are emitted directly into the ambient air without passing through a stack or chimney from an enclosed chamber. Open and outdoor burning activities include, without limitation: (i) agricultural burning; (ii) burning operations associated with barbecue grilling and barbecue pits; (iii) bonfires; (iv) portable outdoor fireplaces; (v) recreational fires; and (vi) residential burning. For this definition, a chamber shall be regarded as enclosed when, during the time combustion occurs, only apertures, ducts, stacks, flues, or chimneys that are open are those necessary to provide combustion air and permit the escape of exhaust gas.
8. “Portable outdoor fireplace” means an outdoor open fire with a portable outdoor solid, burning fireplace constructed of steel, concrete, clay, or other noncombustible material for the primary purpose of a recreational fire with a fueled fire consisting of either liquefied petroleum (LP), natural gas, clean wood, or charcoal. A portable outdoor fireplace may be open in design or may be equipped with a small hearth opening and a short chimney or chimney opening on the top.
9. “Recreational Fire” means an outdoor open fire for pleasure, entertainment, ceremonial, cooking, warmth, or other similar activities with a fueled fire consisting of either liquefied petroleum (LP), natural gas, clean wood, or charcoal in a fire ring style with a total fuel area less than three (3) feet in width, length, or diameter or a total fuel area less than two (2) feet in height. Recreational fires shall not include fires occurring in an incinerator, portable outdoor fireplace, barbecue grill, or barbecue pit.
10. “Residential Burning” means an outdoor open fire burning clean waste vegetation, tree and yard trimmings, other than rubbish for disposal on residential privately owned property.
11. “Structure” means any dwelling, house, building, or flammable construction attached to or near any other structure.
307.3 Residential Burning Prohibited. Notwithstanding any other provision of the Municipal Code, including this Section 307, residential burning is prohibited. No person kindle, maintain, or authorize to be kindled or maintained any residential burning operation anywhere in the City. 307.4 Requirements Applicable to all Open and Outdoor Burning. Any open and outdoor burning operation allowed under this Section 307 must be conducted in accordance with the following requirements:
1. No person younger than eighteen (18) years of age shall kindle or maintain any open and outdoor burning operation of any kind.
2. All open and outdoor burning operations of every kind must be continuously attended to by one or more persons at least eighteen (18) years of age or older until the fire is extinguished.
3. At least one functioning portable fire extinguisher with a minimum 4-A rating or other approved fire-extinguishing equipment must be readily available for use at times during open and outdoor burning operations.
4. All open and outdoor burning operations shall be conducted in compliance with all state or local law or regulations.
Where state or local law or regulations require prior approval of an open and outdoor burning operation, no person shall conduct such open and outdoor burning operation without such approval or in a manner that violates the conditions of such approval, if any.
307.5 Permits required for Agricultural Burning and Bonfires.
1. No persons shall kindle, maintain, or authorize to be kindled or maintained any agricultural burning or bonfire without an operational permit approved in advance by the City of Fire Chief or their designee.
2. The Fire Chief or their designee shall not approve an operational permit for any agricultural burning or bonfire the proposed operations comply with all requirements of this Section 307 and the Fire Chief or their designee finds that the agricultural burning or bonfire will be conducted in a manner consistent with protection of life, health, safety, and property from fire hazards.
3. The Fire Chief or their designee shall have the authority to impose such conditions on the approval of any permit as are reasonably necessary to make such finding.
307.6 Setback Requirements. Where and when permitted by this Section 307, open and outdoor burning operations must be maintained at a reasonable setback from any structure, but in no case less than the following minimum distances:
1. Agricultural burning operations – at least fifty (50) feet from any structure.
2. Barbecue grills and barbecue pits – at least fifteen (15) feet from any structure.
3. Bonfires – at least fifty (50) feet from any structure.
4. Recreational fires – at least twenty-five (25) feet from any structure. 307.7 Enforcement. In addition to any other authority granted by law to the Fire Chief, the Fire Chief or their designee shall have the authority to:
1. Issue an order prohibiting any or all open and outdoor burning operations at such time or in such manner or locations that the Fire Chief or their designees determine are hazardous due to atmospheric conditions or local circumstances. No person shall knowingly kindle or maintain or authorize to be kindled or maintained any open and outdoor burning in violation such an order by the Fire Chief or their designee.
2. Order the extinguishment of any open and outdoor burning operation conducted in violation of this Section 307 or when such operation creates, threatens to create, or adds to a hazardous situation. [Ord. 407 § 3, 2024; Ord. 387 § 2, 2023; Ord. 368 § 2, 2019; Ord. 344 § 2, 2016; Ord. 329 § 5, 2013. Formerly
15.10.060]
15.10.030 Regulation of building construction.
Any and all of the regulations, provisions, and building standards set forth in the Calimesa fire code, as adopted in CMC 15.10.010, together with the provisions of the Calimesa building code, as adopted in Chapter 15.05 CMC, and otherwise as provided in this title, shall govern and regulate the erection, construction, enlargement, alteration, repair, moving, removal, demolition, conversion, occupancy, equipment, use, height, area and/or maintenance of all buildings or structures within the city. [Ord. 387 § 2, 2023; Ord. 368 § 2, 2019; Ord. 344 § 2, 2016; Ord. 280 § 1, 2008; Ord. 226 § 2, 2004; Code 1990 § 8.12.02. Formerly 15.10.020] Chapter 15.15
ADOPTION OF THE 2022 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE Sections:
15.15.010 Adoption of the California Electrical Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition.
15.15.020 Amendments.
15.15.010 Adoption of the California Electrical Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition.
The 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition. of the California Electrical Code (Part 3 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), based on the 2020 2023 National Electrical Code as published by the National Fire Protection Association, is hereby adopted by reference. A copy of the electrical code as adopted is on file available in the office of the building official and is open available for to public inspection. [Ord. 389 § 3, 2023; Ord. 368 § 3, 2019; Ord. 344 § 3, 2016; Ord. 329 § 6, 2013; Ord. 311 § 5, 2011; Ord. 276 § 3, 2008; Ord. 198 § 3, 2002; Code 1990 § 8.3.01.]
15.15.020 Amendments.
Article 310.106(B), Conductor Material, is amended by the addition of second paragraph to read as follows:
Copper wire to be used for wiring No. 6 and smaller in all installations. Consideration for the use of aluminum wiring can be made by the Building Official for feeder lines only on an individual basis where adequate safety measures can be ensured.
Article 310, Conductors for General Wiring, is amended by the addition of Article 310.121 to read as follows:
310.121 Continuous inspection of aluminum wiring. Aluminum conductors of No. 6 or smaller used for branch circuits shall require continuous inspection by an independent testing agency approved by the Building Official for proper torque of connections at their termination point.
Article 690.13, Building or Other Structure Supplied by Photovoltaic Systems, is amended by addition to read as follows:
(A) Location. The PV disconnecting means shall be installed at a readily accessible location on the outside of a building or structure nearest the point of entrance of the system conductors. A single visible, lockable AC disconnect shall be within 3 feet of the meter on the exterior of the building. [Ord. 389 § 3, 2023.]
Chapter 15.20
ADOPTION OF THE 2022 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE Sections:
15.20.010 Adoption of the California Plumbing Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition.
15.20.020 Amendments.
15.20.010 Adoption of the California Plumbing Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition.
The 2022 Edition of the California Plumbing Code (Part 5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), based on the 2021 2024 Uniform Plumbing Code as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, is hereby adopted by reference. A copy of the plumbing code as adopted is on file available in the office of the building official and is open available for to public inspection. [Ord. 389 § 4, 2023; Ord. 368 § 4, 2019; Ord. 344 § 4, 2016; Ord. 329 § 7, 2013; Ord. 311 § 6, 2011; Ord. 276 § 4, 2008; Ord. 198 § 4, 2002; Code 1990 § 8.4.01.]
15.20.020 Amendments.
Section 719.0, Cleanouts. Section 719.1 Location is amended to read:
Section 719.1 Locations. Cleanouts shall be placed inside the building near the connection between the building drain and the building sewer or installed outside the building at the lower end of the building drain and extended to grade, cleanouts are prohibited in garage floors.
The city hereby repeals CMC 15.04.050 (“Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code adopted”) in its entirety. [Ord. 389 § 4, 2023.]
Chapter 15.25
ADOPTION OF THE 2022 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE Sections:
15.25.010 Adoption of the California Mechanical Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition.
15.25.010 Adoption of the California Mechanical Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition The 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition of the California Mechanical Code (Part 4 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), based on the 2021 2024 Uniform Mechanical Code as published by the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials, is hereby adopted by reference. A copy of the mechanical code as adopted is on file available in the office of the building official and is open available for to public inspection. [Ord. 389 § 5, 2023; Ord. 368 § 5, 2019; Ord. 344 § 5, 2016; Ord. 329 § 8, 2013; Ord. 311 § 7, 2011; Ord. 276 § 5, 2008; Ord. 198 § 5, 2002; Code 1990 § 8.5.01.]
Chapter 15.30
ADOPTION OF THE 2022 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
Sections:
15.30.010 Adoption of the California Green Building Standards Code, 2022 Edition.
15.30.010 Adoption of the California Green Building Standards Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition The 2022 Edition of the California Green Building Standards Code (Part 11 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby adopted by reference. A copy of the green building standards code as adopted is on file available in the office of the building official and is open available for to public inspection. [Ord. 389 § 6, 2023; Ord. 368 § 6, 2019; Ord. 344 § 6, 2016; Ord. 329 § 9, 2013; Ord. 311 § 8, 2011; Ord. 276 § 6, 2008; Ord. 198 § 6, 2002; Code 1990 § 8.6.01.]
Chapter 15.35
ADOPTION OF THE 2022 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE Sections:
15.35.010 Adoption of the California Residential Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition
15.35.020 Amendments.
15.35.010 Adoption of the California Residential Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition The 2022 Edition of the California Residential Code (Part 2.5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is hereby adopted by reference. A copy of the residential code as adopted is on file available in the office of the building official and is open available for to public inspection. [Ord. 389 § 7, 2023; Ord. 368 § 7, 2019; Ord. 364 § 3, 2019; Ord. 344 § 7, 2016; Ord. 329 § 10, 2013; Ord. 311 § 9, 2011.]
15.35.020 Amendments.
Table R301.2 is revised to read as follows:
TABLE 301.2
CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA
GROUND
SNOW LOAD
WIND DESIGN Seismic
Design
Categor
y
Subject To Damage
From
Speed Topographi
c Effects
Special
Wind
Region
Wind
Bourn
e
Debris
Weatherin
g
Frost
Line
Dept
h
Termit
e
Winter
Desig
n
Temp
Ice Barrier
Underlaymen
t
Flood
Hazard
Air
Freezin
g
Mean
Annua
l Temp
Zero 95/11
0 Yes No/Ye
s
No D1,D2,or
E
Negligible 12-
24"
Very
Heavy
43 No Yes/N
o
0 63
Section R403, Footings. Sections R403.1.2, R403.1.3, R403.1.4, R403.1.5 and R403.1.61 of the CRC are amended to read as follows:
R403.1.2 Continuous Footings in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2, and E. Exterior walls of buildings located in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2, and E, must be supported by continuous solid or fully grouted masonry or concrete footings. Other footing materials or systems must be designed in accordance with accepted engineering practice. The braced wall panels at exterior walls of buildings located in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2 and E must be supported by continuous footings. All required interior braced wall panels in buildings must be supported by continuous footings.
The exception is deleted in its entirety.
R403.1.3 Footing and Stem wall reinforcing in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2 and E. Concrete footings located in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2, and E, as established in Table R301.2(1), must have minimum reinforcement in accordance with this section and Figure R403.1.3. Reinforcement must be installed with support and cover in accordance with Section R403.1.3.5.
R403.1.3.1 Concrete stem walls with concrete footings. In Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2, and E, where a construction joint is created between a concrete footing and a concrete stem wall, a minimum of one No. 4 vertical bar must be installed at not more than four feet (4’) on center. The vertical bar must have a standard hook and extend to the bottom of the footing and must support and cover as specified in Section R608.5.4.5. A minimum of
one No. 4 horizontal bar must be installed within 12 inches of the top of the stem wall and one No. 4 horizontal bar must be located 3 to 4 inches from the bottom of the footing.
R403.1.3.2 Masonry stem walls with concrete footings. In Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2, and E, where a masonry stem wall is supported on a concrete footing, a minimum of one No. 4 vertical bar must be installed at not more than four feet (4’) on center. The vertical bar must have a standard hook and extend to the bottom of the footing and must have support and cover as specified in Section R403.1.3.5.3 and extend a minimum of 14 inches into the stem wall. Standard hooks must comply with Section R608.5.4.5. A minimum of one No. 4 horizontal bar must be installed within 12 inches of the top of the wall and one No. 4 horizontal bar must be located 3 to 4 inches from the bottom of the footing. Masonry stem walls must be solid grouted.
R403.1.3.3 Slabs-on-ground with turned-down footings. In Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2, and E, slabs on ground cast monolithically with turned-down footings must have a minimum of one No. 4 bar at the top and the bottom of the footing or one No. 5 bar or two No. 4 bars in the middle third of the footing depth. Where the slab is cast monolithically with the footing, No. 3 or larger vertical dowels with standard hooks on each end must be installed at not more than 4 feet on center in accordance with Figure R403.1.3, Detail 2. Standard hooks must comply with Section R608.5.4.5.
R403.1.3.4 Interior bearing and braced wall footings in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2, and E. In Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2, and E, interior footings supporting bearing walls or braced wall panels, and cast monolithically with a slab on grade, must extend to a depth of not less than 12 inches below grade.
R403.1.3.6 is deleted in its entirety.
R403.1.6.1 Foundation anchorage in Seismic Design Categories C, D0, D1, D2, and E. In addition to the requirements of Section R403.1.6, the following requirements apply to wood light-frame structures in Seismic Design Categories D0, D1, D2, and E and wood light-framed townhouses in Seismic Design Category C.
Section R902.1 of the 2022 Edition of the California Residential Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
R902.1 Roofing covering materials. The roof assembly on any structure regulated by this code shall be as set forth in Sections R904 and R905, except that only fire-retardant roof coverings meeting Class A roofing assemblies are permitted in the City of Calimesa. Roof coverings required to be listed by this section shall be tested in accordance with ASTM E 108 or UL 790.
Exception: The roofing assembly includes the roof deck, underlayment, interlayment, insulation and covering, which is assigned a roof classification.
[Ord. 389 § 7, 2023; Ord. 368 § 7, 2019; Ord. 344 § 7, 2016; Ord. 329 § 10, 2013; Ord. 311 § 9, 2011.] Chapter 15.37
ADOPTION OF THE 1996 EDITION OF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN
DEVELOPMENT PERMANENT FOUNDATIONS GUIDE FOR MANUFACTURED HOUSING (4930.3G)
Sections:
15.37.10 Adoption of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Permanent Foundations Guide for Manufactured Housing (4930.3G) 1996 Edition
15.37.020 Amendments.
15.37.10 Adoption of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Permanent Foundations Guide for Manufactured Housing (4930.3G) 1996 Edition.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Permanent Foundations Guide for Manufactured Housing (4930.3G) 1996 Edition., is hereby adopted by reference for when a manufactured home is installed on private property. A fully executed HCD form 433A is required prior to Certificate of Occupancy being granted. A copy of the foundation guide as adopted is available in the office of the building official and is available for public inspection.
15.37.20 Amendments.
Section 503-1. of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Permanent Foundations Guide for Manufactured Housing (4930.3G) 1996 Edition is hereby amended to read as follows:
FOUNDATION REQUIREMENTS. Section 503-1. All exterior walls, marriage walls, marriage wall posts, columns and piers, must be supported on an acceptable foundation system that must be of sufficient design to support safely the loads imposed, as determined from the character of the soil. All exterior perimeter wall foundations shall have a poured in place reenforced concrete footing and the manufactured home shall be anchored to the perimeter foundation wall at points no less than 48” apart or as designed by a licensed California Engineer.
Chapter 15.40
ADOPTION OF THE 2021 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE
Sections:
15.40.010 Adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition. 2024 Edition
15.40.010 Adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2021 Edition. 2024 Edition The 2021 Edition of the International Property Maintenance Code is hereby adopted by reference. A copy of the international property maintenance code as adopted is on file available in the office of the building official and is open available for to public inspection. [Ord. 389 § 8, 2023; Ord. 368 § 8, 2019; Ord. 344 § 8, 2016; Ord. 329 § 11, 2013; Ord. 311 § 10, 2011.]
Chapter 15.45
BUILDING CODE VIOLATIONS
Sections:
15.45.010 Penalties.
15.45.020 General penalty.
15.45.010 Penalties.
A. No person shall violate any provision or fail to comply with any of the requirements of Chapters 15.05 through 15.40 and 15.75 through 15.85 CMC, or of the codes thereby adopted. Unless a different penalty is prescribed for violation of specific provisions of Chapters 15.05 through 15.40 or 15.75 through 15.85 CMC, or of the codes adopted thereby, every act prohibited or declared unlawful and every failure to perform an act made mandatory by Chapters 15.05 through 15.40 and 15.75 through 15.85 CMC, or of the codes thereby adopted, is punishable as a misdemeanor. Where the city attorney determines that such action would be in the interest of justice, he/she may specify in the accusatory pleading that the offense shall be an infraction. Alternatively, an administrative citation for the violation may be issued pursuant to Chapter 1.30 CMC. Each person shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day during any portion of which any violation of any provision of Chapters 15.05 through 15.40 or 15.75 through 15.85 CMC, or of the codes adopted thereby, is committed, continued, or permitted by such person and shall be punishable accordingly.
B. In addition to the penalties provided in this section, any condition caused or permitted to exist in violation of any of the provisions of Chapters 15.05 through 15.40 or 15.75 through 15.85 CMC, or of the codes thereby adopted, shall constitute a public nuisance and may be abated by the city by civil process by means of a restraining order, preliminary or permanent injunction, or in any manner provided by law for the abatement of such nuisance. The city shall further be reimbursed its attorneys’ fees and costs of abatement, as provided by law.
C. All remedies herein are stated to be cumulative and nonexclusive. [Ord. 389 § 9, 2023; Ord. 368 § 9, 2019; Ord. 344 § 9, 2016; Ord. 329 § 12, 2013; Ord. 311 § 11, 2011; Ord. 198 § 10, 2002; Code 1990 § 8.9.01.]
15.45.020 General penalty.
Except in cases where a different punishment is specifically prescribed elsewhere in Chapters 15.05 through 15.40 or 15.75 through 15.85 CMC or in the codes adopted thereby, every misdemeanor offense is punishable by imprisonment in the county jail for a period not exceeding six months, or by a fine not exceeding $1,000, or by both; and every offense prosecuted as an infraction shall be punishable by a fine not exceeding $100.00 for a first violation, a fine not exceeding $200.00 for a second violation of the same provision within one year, and a fine not exceeding $500.00 for each additional violation of the same provision within one year.
Any person who has previously been convicted two or more times during any 12-month period for any crime made punishable as an infraction shall be guilty of a misdemeanor upon the third violation. Alternatively, an administrative citation for the violation may be issued pursuant to Chapter 1.30 CMC. [Ord. 389 § 10, 2023; Ord. 368 § 10, 2019; Ord. 344 § 10, 2016; Ord. 329 § 13, 2013; Ord. 311 § 12, 2011; Ord. 198 § 11, 2002; Code 1990 § 8.9.02.] Chapter 15.50
ROOFING AND REROOFING MATERIALS FOR COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS Sections:
15.50.010 Waiver of Class A roofing requirements.
15.50.020 Reroofing an existing structure.
15.50.010 Waiver of Class A roofing requirements.
A waiver of the Class A roofing requirement specified in Section 1505.1 of the 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition of the California Building Code and the use of Class B or C roof assemblies may be applied for only when an addition to an existing structure will not increase the combustible roof area by more than 25 percent. If a waiver of this requirement is desired, an application for waiver shall be filed with the building official.
The building official shall determine if a waiver is appropriate. An appeal of the building official’s decision to deny a waiver may be made to the planning commission if a written notice of the appeal is filed with the city clerk within 10 days of the date of the building official’s decision. The decision of the planning commission to affirm the building official’s denial of a waiver may be appealed to the city council if a written notice of the appeal is filed with the city clerk within 10 days of the date of the commission’s decision. The decision of the city council shall be final. [Ord. 389 § 11, 2023; Ord. 368 § 11, 2019.]
15.50.020 Reroofing an existing structure.
The Class A roofing requirement specified in Section 1505.1 of the 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition of the California Building Code shall not apply to the partial reroofing of an existing structure where the reroofing repairs, replaces, or overlays less than 25 percent of the roof area of the structure. If the reroofing repairs, replaces, or overlays more than 25 percent but less than 50 percent of the roof area of the structure, this requirement shall apply, but an application for a waiver of this requirement may be filed with the building official. The building official shall determine if a waiver is appropriate. An appeal of the building official’s decision to deny a waiver may be made in accordance with CMC 15.50.010. No application for a waiver may be filed or granted if the reroofing repairs, replaces, or overlays 50 percent or more of the roof area of the structure. [Ord. 389 § 11, 2023; Ord. 368 § 11, 2019.] Chapter 15.55
POST-DISASTER SAFETY ASSESSMENT PLACARDS1
Sections:
15.55.010 Intent.
15.55.020 Application of provisions.
15.55.030 Definition.
15.55.040 Placards.
15.55.050 Penalties.
15.55.060 General penalty.
15.55.010 Intent.
This chapter establishes standard placards to be used to indicate the condition of a structure for continued occupancy.
This chapter further authorizes the building official and his or her authorized representative(s) to post the appropriate placard at each entry point to a building or structure upon completion of a safety assessment. [Ord. 240 § 1, 2005; Code 1990 § 8.13.01.]
15.55.020 Application of provisions.
The provisions of this chapter are applicable to all buildings and structures of all occupancies regulated by the city of Calimesa. The council may extend the provisions as necessary. [Ord. 240 § 1, 2005; Code 1990 § 8.13.02.]
15.55.030 Definition.
“Safety assessment” means a visual, nondestructive examination of a building or structure for the purpose of determining the condition of continued occupancy. [Ord. 240 § 1, 2005; Code 1990 § 8.13.03.]
15.55.040 Placards.
A. The following are written descriptions of the official jurisdiction placards to be used to designate the condition for continued occupancy of buildings or structures:
1. “Inspected – Lawful Occupancy Permitted” is to be posted on any building or structure wherein no apparent structural hazard has been found. This placard is not intended to mean that there is no damage to the building or structures.
2. “Restricted Use” is to be posted on each building or structure that has been damaged wherein the damage has resulted in some form of restriction to the continued occupancy. The individual who posts this placard will note in general terms the type of damage encountered and will clearly and concisely note the restrictions on continued occupancy.
3. “Unsafe – Do Not Enter or Occupy” is to be posted on each building or structure that has been damaged such that continued occupancy poses a threat to life safety. Buildings or structures posted with this placard shall not be entered under any circumstance except as authorized in writing by the building official, or his or her authorized representative. Safety assessment teams shall be authorized to enter these buildings at any time. This placard is not to be used or considered as a demolition order. The individual who posts this placard will note in general terms the type of damage encountered.
B. This chapter number, the name of the jurisdiction, its address, and phone number shall be permanently affixed to each placard. Copies of the placards described above are on file in the building and safety department and in the city clerk’s office.
C. Once it has been attached to a building or structure, a placard is not to be removed, altered, or covered until done so by an authorized representative of the building official. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to alter, remove, cover, or deface a placard unless authorized pursuant to this chapter. [Ord. 240 § 1, 2005; Code 1990 § 8.13.04.]
15.55.050 Penalties.
A. No person, firm, or corporation shall alter, remove, cover or deface a placard, or fail to comply with any of the requirements of this chapter. Unless a different penalty is prescribed for violation of specific provisions of this chapter, every act prohibited or declared unlawful is punishable as a misdemeanor. Where the city attorney determines that such action would be in the interest of justice, she/he may specify in the accusatory pleading that the offense shall be an infraction. Each person shall be deemed guilty of a separate offense for each and every day during any portion of which any violation of any of the provisions of this chapter exists.
B. All remedies herein are stated to be cumulative and nonexclusive. [Ord. 240 § 1, 2005; Code 1990 § 8.13.05.]
15.55.060 General penalty.
Every misdemeanor offense is punishable by imprisonment in the county jail for a period not exceeding six months, or by a fine not exceeding $1,000, or by both; and every offense prosecuted as an infraction shall be punishable by
a fine not exceeding $100.00 for a first violation, and a fine not exceeding $200.00 for a second violation of the same provision within one year. Any person who has previously been convicted two or more times during any 12-month period for any crime made punishable as an infraction shall be guilty of a misdemeanor upon the third violation. [Ord. 240 § 1, 2005; Code 1990 § 8.13.06.]
1 Code reviser’s note: Ord. 240 adds this chapter as Chapter 8.12 of Code 1990. It has been renumbered as Chapter
8.13 of Code 1990 to avoid duplication of numbering.
Chapter 15.60
RECYCLING AND DIVERSION OF CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION (C&D) WASTE NOT REVIEWED BY BUILDING OFFICIAL. REQUIRES REVIEW BY APPROPRIATE DIVISION.
Chapter 15.65
FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT
NOT REVIEWED BY BUILDING OFFICIAL. REQUIRES REVIEW BY APPROPRIATE DIVISION.
Chapter 15.70
REPAIR OF DAMAGED STRUCTURES IN A PRESIDENTIALLY DECLARED DISASTER NOT REVIEWED BY BUILDING OFFICIAL. REQUIRES REVIEW BY APPROPRIATE DIVISION.
Chapter 15.75
ADOPTION OF THE 2022 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE Sections:
15.75.010 Adoption of the California Energy Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition
15.75.010 Adoption of the California Energy Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition The 2022 Edition of the California Energy Code (Part 6 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), as published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted by reference. A copy of the energy code as adopted is on file available in the office of the building official and is open available for to public inspection. [Ord. 389 § 12, 2023; Ord. 368 § 12, 2019; Ord. 344 § 12, 2016; Ord. 329 § 15, 2013; Ord. 311 § 14, 2011.] Chapter 15.80
ADOPTION OF THE 2022 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE Sections:
15.80.010 Adoption of the California Historical Building Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition
15.80.010 Adoption of the California Historical Building Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition The 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition of the California Historical Building Code (Part 8 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), as published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted by reference. A copy of the historical building code as adopted is on file available in the office of the building official and is open available for to public inspection. [Ord. 389 § 13, 2023; Ord. 368 § 13, 2019; Ord. 344 § 13, 2016; Ord. 329 § 16, 2013; Ord. 311 § 15, 2011.]
Chapter 15.85
ADOPTION OF THE 2022 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE Sections:
15.85.010 Adoption of the California Existing Building Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition
15.85.010 Adoption of the California Existing Building Code, 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition The 2022 Edition. 2025 Edition of the California Existing Building Code (Part 10 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), as published by the International Code Council, is hereby adopted by reference. A copy of the existing building code as adopted is on file available in the office of the building official and is open available for to public inspection. [Ord. 389 § 14, 2023; Ord. 368 § 14, 2019; Ord. 344 § 14, 2016; Ord. 329 § 17, 2013; Ord. 311 § 16, 2011.]
Chapter 15.90
SMALL RESIDENTIAL ROOFTOP SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS
Sections:
15.90.010 Purpose.
15.90.020 Definitions.
15.90.030 Applicability.
15.90.040 General requirements.
15.90.050 Permit application submittal and review.
15.90.060 Inspections.
15.90.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to create an expedited, streamlined permitting process for small residential rooftop solar energy systems in compliance with Section 65850.5 of the California Government Code. [Ord. 339 § 2, 2015.]
15.90.020 Definitions.
The following words and phrases as used in this chapter are defined as follows:
A. “Electronic submittal” means the utilization of one or more of the following:
1. E-mail;
2. The Internet;
3. Facsimile.
B. “Small residential rooftop solar energy system” shall have the same meaning as provided in the Solar Rights Act, Government Code Section 65850.5(j)(3), as the same may be amended from time to time.
C. “Solar energy system” has the same meaning as set forth in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 801.5 of the Civil Code, as the same may be amended from time to time. [Ord. 339 § 2, 2015.]
15.90.030 Applicability.
A. This chapter applies to the permitting of solar energy systems including small residential rooftop solar energy systems in the city.
B. Small residential rooftop solar energy systems legally established or permitted prior to the effective date of this chapter are not subject to the requirements herein unless physical modifications or alterations are undertaken that materially change the size, type, or components of a small rooftop energy system in such a way as to require new permitting. Routine operation and maintenance shall not require a permit. [Ord. 339 § 2, 2015.]
15.90.040 General requirements.
A. All solar energy systems shall meet applicable health and safety standards and requirements imposed by the state, the city and the local fire department.
B. Solar energy systems for heating water in single-family residences and for heating water in commercial or swimming pool applications shall be certified by an accredited listing agency as defined by the California Plumbing and Mechanical Code.
C. Solar energy systems for producing electricity shall meet all applicable safety and performance standards established by the California Electrical Code, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and accredited testing laboratories such as Underwriters Laboratories and, where applicable, rules of the Public Utilities Commission regarding safety and reliability. [Ord. 339 § 2, 2015.]
15.90.050 Permit application submittal and review.
A. The building official shall develop and implement an administrative, nondiscretionary review process to expedite approval of small residential rooftop solar energy systems; and develop and adopt a standard plan and checklist of all requirements with which small residential rooftop solar energy systems shall comply to be eligible for expedited review.
B. The small residential rooftop solar energy system permit process, standard plan(s), and checklist(s) shall substantially conform to recommendations for expedited permitting, including the checklist and standard plans contained in the most current version of the California Solar Permitting Guidebook adopted by the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research.
C. All documents required for the submission of a small residential rooftop solar energy system application shall be made available on the city’s publicly accessible website.
D. The building official shall ensure that electronic submittal of the required permit application and associated documentation shall be made available to all small residential rooftop solar energy system applicants. In the case of electronic submittal, the electronic signature of the applicant on all forms, applications and other documentation may be used in lieu of a wet signature.
E. The building official shall deem complete an application that satisfies the information requirements in the standard plan(s) and checklist(s).
F. If the building official deems the application incomplete, the building official shall issue a written correction notice to the applicant detailing all deficiencies in the application and any additional information or documentation required so the application may be eligible for expedited permit issuance.
G. The building official shall issue a building permit within three business days for electronic applications or as soon thereafter as may be practicable upon receipt of a complete application that meets the requirements of the approved checklist and standard plan. [Ord. 339 § 2, 2015.]
15.90.060 Inspections.
Only one inspection shall be required and performed by the building official for small residential rooftop solar energy systems eligible for expedited review. The inspection shall be done in a timely manner and should include consolidated inspections. An inspection will be scheduled within one to two business days of a request. If a small residential rooftop solar energy system fails inspection, a subsequent inspection is authorized but need not conform to the requirements of this chapter. [Ord. 339 § 2, 2015.]
Chapter 15.100
EXPEDITED ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION PERMITTING
Sections:
15.100.010 Purpose.
15.100.020 Definitions.
15.100.030 Expedited review process.
15.100.040 No requirement for association approval.
15.100.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to provide for expedited processing of applications for electric vehicle charging stations in compliance with Government Code Section 65850.7. [Ord. 352 § 1, 2017.]
15.100.020 Definitions.
The following definitions shall apply for purposes of this chapter:
A. “Electric vehicle charging station” or “charging station” means any level of electric vehicle supply equipment station that is designed and built in compliance with California Electric Code Article 625, as it read on January 1, 2016, and delivers electricity from a source outside of an electric vehicle into a plug-in electric vehicle.
B. “Electronic submission” means a submission of an application utilizing email, the internet, and/or facsimile transmission.
C. “Specific, adverse impact” means a significant, quantifiable, direct, and unavoidable impact, based on objective, identified, and written public health or safety standards, policies, or conditions as they existed on the date an application was deemed complete. [Ord. 352 § 1, 2017.]
15.100.030 Expedited review process.
A. The building official shall adopt a checklist of all application requirements for expedited building permits for electric vehicle charging stations. The checklist shall substantially conform to the most current version of the “Plug-In Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Permitting Checklist” found in the “Zero-Emission Vehicles in California: Community Readiness Guidebook” published by the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research. The checklist, application form, and any other documents required by the building official to process an application shall be published on the city’s website.
B. Anyone seeking to install an electric vehicle charging station at any site within the city may apply to the building official for an expedited nondiscretionary building permit.
C. An application for an expedited building permit for an electric vehicle charging station and all associated documentation may be submitted to the building official in person, by mail, or by electronic submission. Electronic signatures may be used in lieu of wet signatures.
D. An application that, in the opinion of the building official, satisfies the information requirements of the checklist adopted by the city shall be deemed complete.
E. If an application for an expedited building permit is deemed incomplete, the building official shall provide a written correction notice of the deficiencies, and the additional information required to complete the application.
F. If the building official determines that an application for an expedited building permit is complete, the building official shall process the application. If the building official determines that the proposed charging station meets all health and safety requirements of state and federal law, and would not have a specific, adverse impact upon the public health or safety, the application shall be approved, and a building permit shall be issued.
G. If the building official finds, based on substantial evidence, that a proposed charging station could have a specific, adverse impact upon the public health or safety, the applicant must apply for an electric vehicle charging station use permit in order to install the proposed charging station.
H. An application for an electric vehicle charging station use permit shall be reviewed by the building official. The building official shall not deny such an application without making written findings, based upon substantial evidence in the record, that the proposed charging station would have a specific, adverse impact upon the public health or safety which could not feasibly be satisfactorily mitigated or avoided. The written findings required for rejection of an electric vehicle charging station use permit application shall include the building official’s basis for rejecting any potentially feasible alternatives that could mitigate or prevent the alleged adverse impact. Pursuant to Government Code Section 65850.7, the building official’s review shall be limited to health and safety issues. Aesthetic concerns, or other items not related to public health or safety shall not be considered.
I. A decision of the building official made pursuant to subsections (F) through (H) of this section may be appealed to the planning commission. The planning commission’s review shall be subject to the same limitations as that of the building official, and only health and safety issues may be considered.
J. Any condition imposed on an application for an expedited building permit or electric vehicle charging station use permit shall be designed to mitigate the specific, adverse impact upon health and safety at the lowest possible cost. [Ord. 352 § 1, 2017.]
15.100.040 No requirement for association approval.
Consistent with Government Code Section 65850.7, the building official shall not condition the approval for any electric vehicle charging station permit on the approval of such a system by a homeowners association, as that term is defined by Civil Code Section 4080. [Ord. 352 § 1, 2017.]
City Council Meeting
Agenda Report
Agenda Item No. 14
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION AND DIRECTION OF A MAYOR ROTATION POLICY
MEETING DATE: August 4, 2025
PREPARED BY: Will Kolbow, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council receive this report and provide direction to staff regarding the potential development and implementation of a formal Mayor Rotation Policy.
BACKGROUND: Calimesa is a general law city with a Council-Manager form of government, where the City Council provides policy direction and guidance and the City Manager implements Council policy, enforces the Calimesa Municipal Code (CMC), and oversees day-to-day operations. The Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem are currently selected on an annual basis by a majority vote of the City Council in accordance with CMC Section 2.10.030. To date, the City has not adopted a formal policy or codified procedure governing the selection or rotation of these positions.
Recently, members of the City Council approached City staff to request that the Council consider adopting a structured policy that would clarify and formalize the rotation process for the offices of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. In response, staff has reviewed several policies from other California cities and compiled examples for Council consideration.
DISCUSSION: The role of Mayor in Calimesa is primarily ceremonial and includes presiding over meetings, signing official documents, and representing the City at regional functions, but otherwise has the same power as other City Council members. A formal rotation policy can promote fairness, transparency, and predictability in the selection process and may help minimize political conflict surrounding these annual appointments.
Staff reviewed four sample policies from California cities that have adopted formal procedures for selecting their Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem:
• City of Beaumont (Ordinance) – Beaumont codified its Mayor rotation into the Municipal Code, establishing a seniority-based system with provisions for re-elected incumbents, vote order among new members, and safeguards for declining to serve. The ordinance also outlines nomination procedures, rotational sequencing, and qualifications. • City of Del Mar (City Council Policy Book) – Del Mar follows a tradition-based policy in which the top vote-getters in Council elections are placed into a rotational queue. Appointments are made annually at the December meeting and rely on Council affirmation.
• City of Murrieta (Resolution) – Murrieta combines seniority and prior service as qualifications.
The Mayor must have served at least two years on the City Council and previously as Mayor Pro Tem. The system aims to ensure leadership experience while sharing the responsibilities equitably.
• City of Saratoga (Resolution) – Saratoga uses a vote-based rotation queue with the top two vote-getters from the last two elections placed into a four-member sequence. It includes rules for tie-breakers, withdrawals, and eligibility based on election versus appointment.
Staff is seeking City Council direction to determine whether the City Council would like to adopt a Mayor Rotation Policy and, if so, how the Council desires to structure such a policy. If the City Council desires to adopt a policy, based on the feedback and direction received, staff will craft a policy for Council consideration at a future City Council meeting.
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: City of Beaumont Ordinance No. 1126
Attachment B: City of Del Mar City Council Policy No. 100 Attachment C: City of Murrieta Resolution No. 16-3517
Attachment D: City of Saratoga Resolution No. 10-002
ORDINANCE NO. 1126
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT APPROVING
AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF BEAUMONT MUNICIPAL
CODE PERTAINING TO RULES OF PROCEDURE
WHEREAS, Chapter 2. 04 ofTitle 2 of the Beaumont Municipal Code currently sets forth the City Council adopted Rules of Procedures for Council meetings; and WHEREAS, to facilitate the orderly and timely conduct of City meetings and to promote wider community understanding and participation in City meetings, the City Council desires to amend Chapter 2. 04 of Title 2 of the Beaumont Municipal Code to expand the application of Rosenberg' s Rules of Order as procedural guidance for City Council meetings and for meetings of other City boards and commissions; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to provide further guidance and clarity on the process to be utilized by the City Council in selecting its Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to provide further clarity regarding the process to be utilized by the City Council in appointing individuals to City boards and commissions and to the boards of outside agencies;
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. CEOA. The City Council finds that the actions contemplated by this Ordinance are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (" CEQA") pursuant to Section 15060( c)( 2) ( the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15060( c)( 3) ( the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) of the CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly.
SECTION 2. Severability. The City Council hereby declares that if any provision, section, paragraph, sentence, or word of this Ordinance is rendered or declared to be invalid or unconstitutional by any final court action in a court of competent jurisdiction, or by reason of any preemptive legislation, such invalidity shall not affect the other provisions, sections, paragraphs, sentences or words of this Ordinance, and to this end the provisions ofthis Ordinance are severable. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance irrespective of the invalidity of any particular portion thereof and intends that the invalid portions should be severed and the balance of the Ordinance enforced.
Attachment 14A
SECTION 3. The City Council hereby amends Title 2, Chapter 2. 04, " City Council Meetings" to read as follows:
Chapter 2. 04
CITY COUNCIL RULES OF PROCEDURE
Sections:
2. 04. 010 Time and place — Generally.
2.04.020 Time and place — Holiday.
2. 04. 030 Notice of Meetings.
2. 04. 040 Rules of Procedure.
2. 04. 050 Presiding Officer.
2. 04. 060 Maintenance of Order.
2. 04. 070 Decorum.
2. 04. 080 Items for Future Agendas and Time Limits for Comments.
2. 04. 090 Nomination of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore.
2. 04. 100 Appointments to City Boards and Commissions.
2. 04. 110 Appointment of Council Members to Boards and Commissions of Outside Agencies.
2. 04. 120 Mayoral Responsibilities.
2. 04. 130 Council Member Conduct.
2. 04. 140 Council Member Vacancies.
2. 04. 010. Time and Place — Generally. Regular meetings ofthe City Council shall be held at such times and places as may be fixed by resolution duly adopted by the City Council.
2. 04. 020. Time and Place — Holiday. If a regular meeting ofthe City Council falls on a legal holiday, such meeting shall be held on the next Wednesday not a legal holiday.
2. 04. 030. Notice of Meetings. Notice of City Council Meetings shall be given in compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act, as may be amended from time to time, and as required by California Law.
2. 04. 040 - Rules of procedure.
The City Council will utilize Rosenberg' s Rules of Order: Simple Parliamentary Procedures for the 21 st Century as guidance for parliamentary procedure for all City Council meetings. The Beaumont Planning Commission and other City Council created commissions and committees that are required to hold open meetings in compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act, shall utilize Rosenberg' s Rules of Order as guidance for parliamentary procedure during their respective meetings.
2. 04. 050 - Presiding Officer.
The Mayor shall be the Presiding Officer at all City Council meetings. In the absence of the Mayor, the Mayor Pro Tempore shall be the Presiding Officer. In the absence of both the Mayor and the Mayor Pro Tempore, the City Council shall elect a temporary Presiding Officer to serve until the arrival of the Mayor or Mayor Pro Tempore, or until adjournment.
2. 04. 060 - Maintenance of Order.
The Mayor or Presiding Officer is responsible for the maintenance of order and decorum at all times. In the absence of a rule to govern a point of procedure, the decision of the Mayor or Presiding Officer shall be final and binding, unless overruled by a majority of a quorum ofthe Council. No person should be allowed to speak without first being recognized by the Mayor or Presiding Officer. A Council Member, once recognized by the Mayor or Presiding Officer, shall not be interrupted while speaking unless called to order by the Mayor or Presiding Officer. All questions and remarks should be addressed to the Mayor or Presiding Officer.
The Mayor or Presiding Officer may order any person or group to leave a meeting where said person or group, after warning, willfully interrupts a meeting so as to render the orderly conduct of the meeting unfeasible. If said person or group refuses to leave the meeting after being directed to do so by the Mayor or Presiding Officer, the Mayor or Presiding Officer may implement the procedures authorized by law to evict a disruptive person or group from the meeting and to restore order, including but not limited to the procedures authorized by Government Code Sections 54957. 9 and 36813.
2. 04. 070 - Decorum.
No City Council member shall be allowed to speak more than once upon any one subject until every other City Council member wishing to speak thereon shall have had the opportunity to speak. The Mayor and Council Members shall accord the utmost courtesy to each other, to City staff, and to the public appearing before the City Council and shall refrain at all times from rude or derogatory remarks.
2. 04. 080 - Items for Future Agendas and Time Limits for Comments.
A. During a City Council meeting, the Mayor or any member of the Council may direct the City Manager to place an item on a future agenda.
B. If a member of the City Council believes that their comments on any item will exceed five minutes, they shall ask the Mayor or Presiding Officer for additional time to speak on the item.
C. Public comments shall be limited to three minutes per person per agenda item unless otherwise authorized by majority vote.
2. 04.090 — Nomination of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore.
The City Council selection ofthe Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore shall occur annually at the first Council meeting in December during a year in which no Council Member seat is open for election or at the second regular or special Council meeting in December during a year in which Council Member seats are open for election. The Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore selection shall occur by a seniority rotation process as follows:
A. The office of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore shall rotate each year based on the number of years each council member has been in office. Each Council Member shall be given a specified position in the rotation sequence. The first person in the sequence, as determined by tenure on the City Council, shall serve as Mayor. The second person in the sequence, shall serve as Mayor Pro Tempore.
B. After serving as Mayor, that Council Member moves to the end of the rotation sequence and the other four Council Members move forward, causing the Mayor Pro Tempore to become the Mayor.
C. The next Council Member in the rotation after the Mayor Pro Tempore shall then become the Mayor Pro Tempore.
D. When a Council Member is newly elected or appointed, the new Council Member is placed in the fourth position in the rotation, after all incumbents, but before the current outgoing Mayor.
E. Iftwo or more Council Members are newly elected at the same time, the number of votes received in the election determines the Council Members position in the sequence, with the Council Member receiving the fewest votes placed last in the rotation but before the current outgoing Mayor.
F. Incumbent Council Members, when re-elected, retain their placement in the rotation.
G. Iffor any reason a Council Member is removed from the rotation, the remaining Council Members move forward in the sequence.
H. A Council Member may decline to serve as Mayor or Mayor Pro Tempore. In this case, the office would pass to the next Council Member on the list. The Council Member who declined may drop back one position in the rotation.
I. The selection of the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore must be ratified by three affirmative votes. If the Mayor or Mayor Pro Tempore fail to receive three affirmative votes, they retain their current position in the rotation and the office would pass to the next Council Member on the list, subject to ratification by three affirmative votes. This process continues until a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore are ratified by three affirmative votes. The newly selected Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore shall be seated in their positions immediately after they have been approved by three affirmative Council Member votes.
J. The City Clerk shall keep and update a list outlining the rotational sequence.
K. A Council Member may serve as Mayor or Mayor Pro Tempore a total of two years during a four-year term of office on the Council, but shall not serve as Mayor or Mayor Pro Tempore in consecutive years.
2. 04. 100 — Appointments to City Boards and Commissions.
The City Council shall appoint all City board and commission members as determined by Sections 2.24.040, 2. 30.020, and 2. 35. 040. The following guidelines shall control the appointment process:
A. Members ofthe public may apply when a vacancy on a board or commission occurs.
The City Council will conduct interviews of applicants at a City Council meeting once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
B. Upon completion of applicant interviews, Council Members may nominate applicants to be appointed to the board or commission. Once all nominations are received, a vote will be taken for each nomination beginning with the first applicant nominated.
Council Members may vote multiple times if there are multiple vacancies for the board or commission.
C. If a nominee receives a majority vote from a quorum of the Council, that nominee shall be appointed to the board or commission.
2. 04. 110 — Appointment of Council Members to Boards and Commissions of Outside Agencies.
At the first regular Council meeting after a new Mayor is installed, the Mayor shall appoint members to Boards and Commissions of outside agencies in the manner provided for herein. At said meeting, the Mayor shall announce the board or commission for which nominations will be considered and invite nominations from the Council. Once all nominations have been received for the specified position, the Mayor shall close nominations. If only one Council Member is nominated to a specified position, the Mayor shall appoint that Council Member to said Board or Commission. In the event more than one Council Member is nominated for a specified position, the Mayor shall ask the nominees ifthey are willing to serve in the specified position. If a Council Member declines to serve, that Council Member' s nomination shall be withdrawn. The Council shall hold a discussion and receive statements from nominees where multiple willing Council Members have been nominated for a specified position. Thereafter, the Mayor shall make an appointment to the specified position from among the willing nominees. This process shall be continued until all open positions on boards and commissions of outside agencies are filled. If no nominations are received for a particular board or commission, the Mayor may appoint a Council Member to fill the position.
2.04. 120 — Mayoral Responsibilities.
The following tasks are the responsibility ofthe Mayor or ifthe Mayor is unavailable the Mayor Pro Tempore or Presiding Officer.
A. To conduct meetings ofthe City Council as its chair.
B. Ensure decorum is maintained at the meeting.
C. To represent the City as its chief elected official at community functions, events, and meetings.
D. To review and propose additions to the agendas ofmeetings of the City Council.
E. Appoint individuals to ad hoc committees;
F. Serve as the primary spokesperson of the Council in communications with the press; G. Sign all letters authorized by and on behalf ofthe Council.
2. 04. 130 — Council Member Conduct.
City Council Members shall:
A. Treat each other, staff, and members of the public with courtesy and respect; B. Maintain confidentiality of all closed session materials and discussion; C. Be attentive to others and limit interruptions and distractions; D. Encourage diverse viewpoints in debate while avoiding personal attacks; E. Agree to respectfully disagree;
F. Promote discussion and resolution ofproblems;
G. Comply with and adhere to official decisions and policies ofthe City Council as approved by a majority ofthe Council;
H. Work in furtherance ofthe City' s best interests;
I. Limit the use of texting and other forms of electronic messaging during Council Meetings to emergency situations.
2. 04. 140 — Council Member Vacancies.
Within 60 days of its occurrence, the City Council shall fill a vacancy on the City Council by appointment or by calling a special election in compliance with the Government Code. In the event the City Council chooses to fill the vacancy by appointment, the Mayor shall invite qualified individuals to apply for the vacant position. At a public meeting held in compliance with the Ralph M. Brown Act, the Council shall interview applicants for the vacant position.
Upon completion of the applicant interviews, the Mayor shall request nominations for the vacant Council position. Once all nominations have been received for the vacant position, the Mayor shall close nominations and a vote shall be taken on the nominations in the order received. This process shall continue until such time as a nominee receives three affirmative votes ofthe Council. Upon a nominee receiving three affirmative Council Member votes, the nominee shall be sworn into office and assume the vacant Council position.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED the City Council of the City of Beaumont, California, approves an amendment to the City Code.
INTRODUCED AND READ for the first time and ordered posted at a regular meeting ofthe City Council of the City of Beaumont, California, held on the l5th day of September 2020, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: White, Martinez, Carroll, Lara, Santos
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City ofBeaumont, California, held on the 6th day of October 2020.
AYES: White, Martinez, Carroll, Lara Santos
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Rey antos, Mayor
Attest:
Nicole{ Wheelwright, Deputy Clerk
Approved as to form:
of inkney, C. ttorney
CITY OF DEL MAR
CITY COUNCIL POLICY BOOK
100 SELECTION OF MAYOR AND DEPUTY
MAYOR
DATE REVISED: 12/15/14
BY RESOLUTION: 2014-92
PAGES: 1 OF 1
POLICY:
Del Mar Municipal Code, Section 2.20.020 A and B, addresses when the City Council shall meet to install newly elected Council members and states that its members shall choose one of its members as Mayor and one of its members as Deputy Mayor by motion of the Council and three affirmative votes. It further states that the Mayor and the Deputy Mayor shall serve a term of one year, or until a successor for each position is chosen.
1. The Mayor and Deputy Mayor are members of the City Council and are annually elected by majority vote of the City Council at the first regular meeting in December or, in the case of an election year, upon certification of the election results. As a member of the City Council, the Mayor and Deputy Mayor shall have all the powers of a member.
2. In choosing the Mayor and Deputy Mayor, it is the tradition of the Council to place the top two vote getters in any one election into a queue to rotate into the position of Mayor and Deputy Mayor. In each City Council election, the person with the most votes shall be placed first in the rotation of that group, the second highest vote getter will be placed second, and in the years when there is a third seat contest, the third highest vote getter will be placed third in that rotation. However, the Council member who received the third most votes in an election year filling three seats will not be in the queue for either Deputy Mayor or Mayor but would be in rotation should the Council member traditionally rotating into the Deputy Mayor or Mayor position be unavailable to serve in that role.
3. In case of appointment to the City Council to fill a vacancy, that person will occupy the last position in the current rotation. Each new election will determine the rotation only for the group in that election. Should any City Council member not be available to take their regular place in the established rotation, the next person in the rotation will be elevated to the Deputy Mayor’s position and the rotation will continue as previously set.
4. In the event there are members of the City Council appointed in lieu of an election, the appointed City Council members will go into a Mayoral rotation based on tenure (seniority) on the City Council. The City Council member with the most tenure on the City Council will be placed first in the rotation of that group. If no seniority exists (e.g. members have the same tenure), then the appointed City Council members will be rotated based on a coin toss conducted at a publicly noticed meeting.
Attachment 14B
RESOLUTION NO. 16- 3517
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MURRIETA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 14-3301, RULES OF
PROCEDURE FOR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS, REGARDING ROTATION OF
PRESIDING OFFICERS AND CEREMONIAL TRANSITION OF OFFICERS WHEREAS, Section 2.04.040 of the Municipal Code requires that the City Council adopt Rules of Procedure (the "Rules") to govern the conduct of its meetings and any of its other functions and activities, and regulations pertaining thereto; and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 10-2571, adopted on August 3, 2010, amended Resolution No. 07- 1778, related to the process for selection of presiding officers to insure experience of the meeting chair, to provide continuity for City Council, and to equitably share the burden and responsibility of the position of meeting chair; and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 13-3052, adopted on February 19, 2013, re-established the Rules in their entirety; with improved meeting efficiency by consolidating Governing Body Announcements with Governing Body Actions/Comments near the end of the meeting; moving Department/Commission Announcements to follow Governing Body Announcements/Actions/Comments near the end of the meeting; and moving Consent Calendar to follow the public comments, rather than at a time specific, potentially allowing public hearings to be heard earlier. It also repealed Resolutions Nos. 07-1778, 08-1922, 08-1975, 08-2116, and 10-2571; and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 13-3167, adopted on November 5, 2013, amended the rules of procedure with revisions to sections 3.14, 4.6, 4.8, 5.1, 5.6, 6.1, and 8.1 regarding closed sessions/workshops, public participation, required votes, and Brown Act updates; and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 14-3202, adopted on March 20, 2014, amended the rules of procedure with revisions to section 2.8 by eliminating one (individual research/report) of three options for City Council Members to place an item on the agenda; and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 14-3301, adopted on October 21, 2014, amended the rules of procedure to include Department Reports toward the beginning of the agenda and reestablished the rules in their entirety; and WHEREAS, on January 19, 2016, the City Council provided direction to amend the rules of procedure by eliminating Section 3.1.3.3 regarding placing members elected in 2010 and thereafter at the end of the rotational queue and providing for ceremonial transition of officers at the meeting following their selection.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Murrieta that Resolution No. 14-3301, Adopting Rules of Procedure for City Council Meetings, and particularly Section 3 Presiding Officers, be amended to read as follows:
3. PRESIDING OFFICERS
3.1. PRESIDING OFFICERS:
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The Mayor shall be the Presiding Officer at all meetings of the Council. In the absence of the Mayor, the Mayor Pro Tern shall preside. In the absence of both the Mayor and the Mayor Pro Tern, the Council shall elect a temporary Presiding Officer until the arrival of the Mayor or Mayor Pro Tern or until adjournment.
In accordance with Elections Code Section 10411 and 15400, the Council shall meet following receipt of the statement of election results and declare those nominated or elected to office and the results of any measures. Annually, at the first regular meeting in December, the 'Council shall choose one of its Members as Mayor and one as Mayor Pro Tern.
The ceremony for the transition of officers shall occur at the regular meeting following the selection of officers (typically the second meeting in December).
The Mayor and Mayor Pro tam shall be determined according to the following:
3.1.1. Qualifications for Presiding Officers
3.1.1.1. The Mayor shall have served •at least two years on the City Council.
3.1.1.2. The Mayor shall have served as Mayor Pro Tern at some time prior to serving as Mayor, with normal progression being from Mayor Pro Tern to Mayor.
3.1.1.3. The Mayor Pro Tern shall have served at least one year on the City Council.
3.1.2. Term of Position as Presiding Officers
3.1.2.1. The term of office of Mayor shall be one year.
3.1.2.2. The term of office of Mayor Pro Tern shall be one year.
3.1.3. Rotation into Presiding Officer Positions
3.1.3.1. The Mayor shall be the most senior City Council Member who has not served as Mayor, or if all City Council Members have served as Mayor, the City Council Member who has not served as Mayor for the longest period of time, • providing the Qualifications for Presiding Officers have been met.
3.1.3.2. The Mayor Pro Tern shall be the most senior City Council Member who has not served as Mayor Pro Tem, or if all City Council Members have served as Mayor Pro Tern, the City Council Member who has not served as Mayor Pro Tern for the longest period of time, providing the Qualifications for Presiding Officers have been met.
3.1.3.3. Omitted.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 16 thday of Febru
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3.1.3.4. In the event two or more members are newly elected at the same election, the rotation shall be based on the member with the highest number of votes received in the municipal election and will continue in descending order of the most votes received.
However, Members re-elected to successive terms will remain in the rotation order established with their initial election.
3.1.3.5. Recognizing the responsibility placed on the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, no member shall have the obligation to serve as either Mayor or Mayor Pro Tem should he/she not wish to do so.
3.1.3.6. A member shall not serve successive terms as Mayor or Mayor Pro Tem unless all other members decline to serve.
Rand& K. Lane, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
I, A. Kay Vinson, Interim City Clerk of the City of Murrieta, California, do hereby certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 16thday of February, 2016, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: INGRAM, LONG, AND LANE
NOES: GIBBS AND RAMOS - ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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RESOLUTION NO. 10 —002
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SARATOGA
IMPLEMENTING A POLICY FOR ROTATION OF
MAYOR AND VICE MAYOR
WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 36801 provides that the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem of a general law city is selected by a majority vote of the City Council; and WHEREAS, said Government Code Section does not require nor provide for any particular procedure for selecting the Mayor; and
WHEREAS; the Saratoga Municipal Code does not provide a procedure for selecting the Mayor and the Mayor Pro Tem; and
WHEREAS, on December 16, 2009, the Saratoga City Council was provided with samples of other California cities' policies regarding mayoral rotation; and WHEREAS, on December 16, 2009, the Saratoga City Council considered establishing a Council policy that would provide a method for the selection of Mayor and Vice Mayor for the City of Saratoga; and
WHEREAS, on December 16, 2009, the Saratoga City Council voted to implement a mayoral rotation policy that would place the council candidates with the two highest votes in any one election into a queue to rotate into the position of Mayor and Vice Mayor. In each Saratoga City Council election, the candidate with the most votes is placed first in the rotation ofthat group, the candidate with the second highest votes is placed second; and WHEREAS, on December 16, 2009, the Saratoga City Council directed staff to bring back a resolution establishing Council's newly implemented mayoral rotation policy at the next scheduled regular Council meeting on January 20, 2010.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Saratoga adopts a resolution establishing a mayoral rotation policy whereby the two council candidates with the highest votes in any one election are placed into a queue to rotate into the position of Mayor and Vice Mayor. In each Saratoga City Council election, the candidate with the most votes is to be placed first in the rotation of that group, the candidate with the second highest votes is to be placed second. The Mayor and Vice Mayor are chosen annually by the City Council from among its members by the affirmative vote of three or more of the Council Members. In each City Council election, the person with the most votes shall be placed first in the rotation of that group, the second highest vote getter will be placed second, and in the years when there is a third seat contest, the third highest vote getter will be placed third in that rotation. However, the Council member who received the third most votes in an election year filling three seats will not be in the queue for either Vice Mayor or Mayor but would be in rotation should the Council member traditionally rotating into the Vice Mayor or Mayor position be unavailable to serve in that role.
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In case of appointment to the City Council to fill a vacancy, that person will not be placed in rotation for the position of Mayor or Vice Mayor. Each new election will determine the rotation only for the group in that election.
Should any City Council member not be available to take their regular place in the established rotation, the next person in the rotation will be elevated to the Vice Mayor'sposition and the rotation will continue as previously set.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the above and foregoing resolution was passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Saratoga City Council held on the 20 day of January 2010 by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmember Chuck Page, Howard Miller, Mayor Kathleen King NOES: Councilmember Jill Hunter
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Susie Nagpal
ATTEST:
Ann Sullivan, City Clerk
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Kathleen M. King, May/
Year Mayor and Vice Mayor By Rotation Method Mayor and Vice Mayor By Election 1998 - 99
Election Year
ELECTION RESULTS
1. Mehaffey
2. Streit
3. Baker
Shaw (Mayor )* Shaw (Mayor)*
Bogosian (Vice Mayor) Bogosian (Vice Mayor)
1999 -2000
Non Election Year
Bogosian (Mayor) * Bogosian (Mayor) *
Mehaffey (Vice Mayor) Mehaffey (Vice Mayor)
2000 -01
Election Year
ELECTION RESULTS
1. Bogosian
2. Waltonsmith
Mehaffey (Mayor) Mehaffey (Mayor)
Streit (Vice Mayor) Streit (Vice Mayor)
2001 -02
Non Election Year
Streit (Mayor) * Streit (Mayor) *
Baker (Vice Mayor)* Baker (Vice Mayor)*
2002 -03
Election Year
ELECTION RESULTS
1. Streit
2. King
3. Kline
Bogosian (Mayor) Streit (Mayor)
Waltonsmith (Vice Mayor) Waltonsmith ( Vice Mayor)
2003 -04
Non Election Year
Waltonsmith (Mayor) Waltonsmith ( Mayor)
Streit (Vice Mayor) King (Vice Mayor)
2004 -05
Election Year
ELECTION RESULTS
1. Kao
2. Waltonsmith
Streit (Mayor) King (Mayor)
King (Vice Mayor) Kline (Vice Mayor)
2005 -06
Non Election Year
King (Mayor)* Kline (Mayor)*
Kline (Vice Mayor)* Kao (Vice Mayor)
2006 -07
Election Year
ELECTION RESULTS
1. Page
2. King
3. Hunter
Kao (Mayor) Kao (Mayor)
Waltonsmith ( Vice Mayor) Waltonsmith (Vice Mayor)
2007 -08
Non Election Year
Waltonsmith (Mayor)* Waltonsmith (Mayor)*
Page (Vice Mayor) Page (Vice Mayor)
2008 -09
Election Year
ELECTION RESULTS
1. Miller
2. Nagpal
Page (Mayor) Page (Mayor)
King (Vice Mayor) King (Vice Mayor)
2009 -10
Non Election Year
King (Mayor)* King (Mayor)*
Hunter (Vice Mayor)* Hunter (Vice Mayor)*
Indicates end of term on Council
Terms for Mayor and Vice Mayor are one year in length from December to December. 1999: Mayor Shaw died in office, August 2, 1999. Bogosian was designated Mayor Pro Tempore with the Mayor's position vacant until the next Council Reorganization.
2002 -03: Streit elected as Mayor by Council majority out of rotation. 2003 -04: Streit relinquishes place in rotation. Each subsequent Council position moves up in rotation. 2006 -07• "Normal" rotation re- established.