City Council Meeting - May 07, 2025
1. CONVENE CLOSED SESSION
Closed Session convened at 4:35 p.m. for the purposes listed below. Present were Mayor Steiner, Vice Mayor Casillas, Council Member Daddario, Council Member Richins, and Council Member Speake. Closed Session adjourned at 5:25 p.m.
1.1 CONFERENCEWITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: Jason Waldon v. City of Corona
WCAB Case Numbers: Not assigned
1.2 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: Mark Christensen v. City of Corona
Case Number: Riverside Superior Court Case No. CVRI2404379
1.3 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representative: Jacob Ellis, City Manager Employee Organizations: Corona Firefighters Association IAFF Local #3757 (CFA), Corona Police Employees Association (CPEA), Corona Police Supervisors Associate (CPSA), Corona Public Service Employees Association (CPSEA), and Corona Supervisors Association (CSA)
1.4 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: City of Corona v. C.P.I. Properties, LLC et al.
Case Number: Riverside Superior Court Case No. RIC 2002846
1.5 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: 117-183-005, 117-183-016, 117-191-001, 117-191-002, 117-191-003, 117-191-004, 117-191-011, 117-191-014, 117-191-018, 117-191-021, 117-191-022, Corona South Mall Agency Negotiator: Jacob Ellis, City Manager
Negotiating Party: Ground Review Corona LLC and Ground Review Management LLC.
Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
2. INVOCATION - Pastor Shannon Scott, Grace Baptist Church The Invocation was led by Pastor Shannon Scott.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - 2024-2025 Mayor's Youth Council The Pledge of Allegiance was led by the 2024-2025 Mayor's Youth Council.
4. CONVENE OPEN SESSION
Mayor Steiner called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m.
5. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/PRESENTATIONS
5.1 RECOGNITION: MAYOR’S YOUTH COUNCIL
The 2024-2025 Mayor's Youth Council accepted the recognition.
5.2 RECOGNITION: CITIZEN’S ACADEMY SPRING 2025 COHORT GRADUATES The Citizen's Academy 2025 Cohort Graduates accepted the recognition.
5.3 PROCLAMATION: POPPY MONTH
The item was taken out of order.
The Joe Dominguez American Legion Women's Auxiliary accepted the proclamation and recognition for their donation to the Military Banner Program.
5.4 PROCLAMATION: WATER SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH
Cheryl Candelaria, Founder of the Foundation for Anoxic Injury Recovery, accepted the proclamation.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR
The Consent Calendar was approved with the exception of items 6.8 and 6.14, which were voted on separately.
Moved by:
Tom Richins
Seconded by:
Wes Speake
Aye (5)
Tom Richins, Jim Steiner, Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, and Tony Daddario MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
6.1 MINUTES - SPECIAL MEETING APRIL 10, 2025
1. Draft Minutes - Special Meeting 04102025.pdf
THE MEETING MINUTES WERE APPROVED
Approval of Minutes for the City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Corona, Corona Public Financing Authority, Corona Utility Authority, Corona Housing Authority Special Meeting of April 10, 2025.
6.2 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 16, 2025
1. Draft Minutes - City Council Meeting 04162025.pdf
THE MEETING MINUTES WERE APPROVED.
Approval of Minutes for the City Council, Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Corona, Corona Public Financing Authority, Corona Utility Authority, Corona Housing Authority City Council Meeting of April 16, 2025.
6.3 CITY COUNCIL, SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CORONA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY, CORONA UTILITY AUTHORITY, AND CORONA HOUSING AUTHORITY TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE MONTHLY FISCAL REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2025
1. STAFF REPORT - THE MONTHLY FISCAL REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY 2025.pdf
2. Monthly Fiscal Report February 2025-Signed.pdf
THIS FINANCIAL REPORT WAS RECEIVED AND FILED.
That the City Council receive and file the monthly fiscal report for February 2025.
6.4 CITY COUNCIL, SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF CORONA, CORONA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY, CORONA UTILITY AUTHORITY, AND CORONA HOUSING AUTHORITY TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE MONTHLY INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2025
1. STAFF REPORT-MONTHLY INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO REPORT FEBRUARY 2025.pdf
2. February 2025 Investment Report.pdf
THIS FINANCIAL REPORT WAS RECEIVED AND FILED.
That the City Council receive and file the monthly investment portfolio report for February 2025.
6.5 CITY COUNCIL ADOPTION OFORDINANCE NO. 3415, SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORONA,CALIFORNIA
1. STAFF REPORT - ORDINANCE AMENDING 1.04.160 AND 1.04.170 OF THE CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE TO INCLUDE CITY LOGO.pdf
2. Ordinance No. 3415.pdf
THIS ORDINANCE WAS ADOPTED.
6.6 ACCEPTANCE OF AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR THE DISTRIBUTION OF THE 2024 LOCAL EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT
1. STAFF REPORT - 2024 JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT AWARD.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 – Interlocal Agreement Concerning Distribution of the 2024 Justice Assistance Grant Award.pdf
3. Exhibit 2 – Riverside County Sheriff’s Department Certified Standard Assurances.pdf THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
That the City Council:
Authorize the City Manager to sign and enter into an Interlocal Agreement Concerning Distribution of the 2024 Justice Assistance Grant Award.
Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute any required grant documents that are in compliance with the City Council’s actions hereunder.
Accept the U.S. Department of Justice 2024 Local Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant in the amount of $19,709, with ten percent (10%) of the award, or $1,970, to be allocated to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department as the grant’s Fiscal Agent.
Appropriate $17,739 from the U.S. Department of Justice Grant Fund 411 and increase the estimated revenue by the same amount to be received from the U.S. Department of Justice.
6.7 CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH FERREIRA CONSTRUCTION CO, INC. DBA FERREIRA COASTAL CONSTRUCTION IN THE AMOUNT OF $369,672 FOR THE GALLOWAY SEWER LANE EXTENSION PROJECT NO.2021-04; NOTICE INVITING BIDS 25-041CA
1. STAFF REPORT - CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH FERREIRA CONSTRUCTION CO, INC. DBA FERREIRA COASTAL CONST.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - Location Map(2).pdf
3. Exhibit 2 - Construction Contract.pdf
THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
That
the City Council:
Adopt the Plans and Specifications for the Galloway Lane Sewer Extension, Project No. 2021-04, Notice Inviting Bids 25-041CA.
Award Notice Inviting Bids 25-041CA to Ferreira Construction Co, Inc. DBA Ferreira Coastal Construction, the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, for the total bid amount of $369,672 and waive any and all minor irregularities in the bidding documents as submitted by said bidder.
Approve the Construction Contract with Ferreira Construction Co, Inc. DBA Ferreira Coastal Construction for the Galloway Sewer Lane Extension Project, Project No. 2021-04 in the amount of $369,672.
Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Construction Contract with Ferreira Construction Co, Inc. DBA Ferreira Coastal Construction, in the amount of $369, 67 2, including any non-substantive extensions, change orders, purchase orders, and amendments up to 10% of total contract cost or $36,967 as authorized in
3.08.050(H).
That the Corona Utility Authority review, ratify, and to the extent necessary, direct the City Council to take the above actions .
6.8 MAINTENANCE/GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH XYLEM DEWATERING SOLUTIONS, INC., DBA WACHS WATER SERVICES FOR WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS LEAK DETECTION SURVEY SERVICES
1. STAFF REPORT - MGSA WITH WACHS FOR LEAK DETECTION SURVEY SERVICES.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - MGSA with Wachs Water Services.pdf
Council Member Speake thanked staff for their hard work.
Moved by:
Wes Speake
Seconded by:
Tom Richins
That the City Council:
Award Request for Proposal 25-011MB to Xylem Dewatering Solutions, Inc., dba Wachs Water Services, to perform Water Distribution Systems Leak Detection Survey Services.
Approve the Maintenance/General Service Agreement with Xylem Dewatering Solutions, Inc., dba Wachs Water Services, of Mira Loma, CA to perform Water Distribution Leak Detection Survey Services in the amount of $256,632.
Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Maintenance/General Services Agreement with Xylem Dewatering Solutions, Inc., dba Wachs Water Services, for a total contract of $256,632 per fiscal year for the initial contract term ending on June 30, 2026, with two (2) optional two (2) two-year extensions including the ability to negotiate and execute non-substantive changes and extensions, purchase orders and amendments up to $25,663.20 or 10% of the original contract amount.
That the Corona Utility Authority review, ratify, and, to the extent necessary, direct the City Council to take the above actions.
Aye (5)
Tom Richins, Jim Steiner, Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, and Tony Daddario MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
6.9 IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENTS AND SURVEY MONUMENTATION AGREEMENT FOR PARCEL MAP 36667 LOCATED AT THE SOUTHERLY TERMINUS OF RIVERBEND CIRCLE (APPLICANT: MELVIN AOU, POPPYBEND LLC)
1. STAFF REPORT - P36667 RIVERBEND ACCEPTANCE OF SECURITIES.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - Location Map(1).pdf
3. Exhibit 2 - Parcel Map 36667.pdf
4. Exhibit 3 - Agreements.pdf
THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
That the City Council authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Landscape Improvements, Public Improvements, and Survey Monumentation agreements between the City and Poppyseed, LLC, a California limited liability company.
6.10 QUARTERLY SALES TAX REPORT – 2024, QUARTER 4 (OCTOBER – DECEMBER)
1. QTRLY SALES TAX UPDATE MAY 2025.pdf
2. Exhibit 1-2024-Q4 Sales Tax Update Newsletter.pdf
3. Exhibit 2-HdL California Consensus Forecast March 2025.pdf THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
That the City Council receive and file the quarterly sales tax information from HdL Companies for Quarter 4 2024 (October – December).
6.11 RELEASE OF THE IMPROVEMENT AND SURVEY MONUMENTAION SECURITIES POSTED BY LENNAR HOMES OF CALIFORNIA INC. FOR TRACT MAPS 36541, 36541-1, AND 36541-2 LOCATED SOUTH OF GREEN RIVER ROAD AND SIERRA BELLA DRIVE
1. STAFF REPORT - RELEASE OF IMPROVEMENT AND SURVEY MONUMENATION SECURITIES FOR TRACT 36541, T36541-1, AND 36541-2.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - Location Map.pdf
THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
Accept the improvements associated with Tract Maps 36541, 36541-1, and 36541-2.
Retain twenty-five percent (25%) of the Faithful Performance Security for one year beyond the acceptance of the improvements as security for repair and replacement of any improvements that fail to meet City standards at the end of the one-year period. (Bond No. 30009182, 204675, and 204674) Retain the Labor and Material Security for six months beyond the acceptance of the improvements and automatically release the security unless claims are filed. (Bond No. 30009182, 204675, and 204674) Release the survey monumentation securities associated with Tract Map 36541, 36541-1, and 36541-2. (Bond No. 30009185, 30009184, and 30009186)
6.12 RESOLUTION DECLARING INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 84-1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026 AND TO DETACH CERTAIN TERRITORY FROM THE DISTRICT, APPROVING PRELIMINARY ENGINEER’S REPORT
1. STAFF REPORT - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION FY 2026 LMD 84-1.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - FY 2026 LMD 84-1 Preliminary Engineer's Report.pdf
3. Exhibit 2 - Resolution No. 2025-030.pdf
THIS RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-030, declaring intention to levy and collect assessments within Lighting Maintenance District No. 84-1 for Fiscal Year 2026 and to detach certain territory from the District, approving preliminary Engineer's Report, and providing notice of public hearing on proposed assessments.
6.13 RESOLUTION DECLARING INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 2003-1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026, APPROVING PRELIMINARY ENGINEER’S REPORT, AND PROVIDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS
1. STAFF REPORT - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION FY 2026 LMD 2003-1.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - FY 2026 LMD 2003-1 Preliminary Engineer's Report.pdf
3. Exhibit 2 - Resolution No. 2025-031.pdf
THIS RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-031, declaring intention to levy and collect assessments within Lighting Maintenance District No. 2003-1 for Fiscal Year 2026, approving preliminary Engineer's Report, and providing notice of public hearing on proposed assessments.
6.14 RESOLUTION DECLARING INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN ZONES 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 15, 17, 18, AND 19 OF THE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 84-2 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026, APPROVING PRELIMINARY ENGINEER’S REPORT
1. STAFF REPORT - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION FY 2026 LMD 84-2 ZONES 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 15, 17, 18, AND 19.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - FY 2026 LMD 84-2 Preliminary Engineer's Report, as it pertains to the District.pdf
3. Exhibit 2 - Resolution No. 2025-032.pdf
Council Member Speake provided comments.
Moved by:
Wes Speake
Seconded by:
Tom Richins
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-032, declaring intention to levy and collect assessments within Zones 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 15, 17, 18, and 19 of the Landscape Maintenance District No. 84-2 for Fiscal Year 2026, approving preliminary Engineer's Report, and providing notice of public hearing on the proposed assessments.
Aye (5)
Tom Richins, Jim Steiner, Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, and Tony Daddario MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
6.15 RESOLUTION DECLARING INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN ZONE 14 OF THE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 84-2 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026, APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY ENGINEER’S REPORT
1. STAFF REPORT - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION FY 2026 LMD 84-2 ZONE 14.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - FY 2026 LMD 84-2 Preliminary Engineer's Report, as it pertains to the District(2).pdf
3. Exhibit 2 - Resolution No. 2025-033.pdf
THIS RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
Vice Mayor Casillas recused herself from Item 6.15 due to the proximity of her residence.
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-033, declaring intention to levy and collect assessments within Zone 14 of the Landscape Maintenance District No. 84-2 for Fiscal Year 2026, approving preliminary Engineer's Report, and providing notice of public hearing on proposed assessments.
6.16 RESOLUTION DECLARING INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS WITHIN ZONE 20 OF THE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 84-2 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026, APPROVING PRELIMINARY ENGINEER’S REPORT, AND PROVIDING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENTS
1. STAFF REPORT - RESOLUTION OF INTENTION FY 2026 LMD 84-2 ZONE 20.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - FY 2026 LMD 84-2 Preliminary Engineer's Report, as it pertains to the District(1).pdf
3. Exhibit 2 - Resolution No. 2025-034.pdf
THIS RESOLUTION WAS ADOTED.
Council Member Speake recused himself from Item 6.16 due to the proximity of his residence.
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-034, declaring intention to levy and collect assessments within Zone 20 of the Landscape Maintenance District No. 84-2 for Fiscal Year 2026, approving preliminary Engineer's Report, and providing notice of public hearing on the proposed assessments.
6.17 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2025 LOCAL GUIDELINES FOR IMPLEMENTING THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
1. STAFF REPORT - RESOLUTION ADOPTING 2025 LOCAL GUIDELINES.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - Resolution No. 2025-035.pdf
3. Exhibit 2 - 2025 Local CEQA Guidelines (redline comparison).pdf THIS RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-035 approving the 2025 Local Guidelines for Implementing the California Environmental Quality Act for the City of Corona.
6.18 FISCAL YEAR 2025 QUARTER 3 BUDGETARY ADJUSTMENTS
1. FISCAL YEAR 2025 QUARTER 3 BUDGETARY ADJUSTMENTS.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - Appropriations, Estimated Revenues, and Transfers.pdf
3. Exhibit 2 - Third Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with GHD Inc.pdf
4. Exhibit 3 - Second Amendment to the Maintenance General Services Agreement with Houston and Harris PCS Inc.pdf
5. Exhibit 4 - First Amendment to the Maintenance General Services Agreement with Environmental Logistics Inc.pdf
6. Exhibit 5 - First Amendment to the Maintenance General Services Agreement with Security Defense Inc.pdf
7. Exhibit 6 - First Amendment to the Maintenance General Services Agreement with HASA Inc dba Commercial Acquatic Services.pdf
8. Exhibit 7 - Second Amendment to the Maintenance General Services Agreement with Orozco Landscape and Tree Company.pdf
9. Exhibit 8 - Resolution No 2025-038 Position Library and Compensation Plan.pdf
10. Exhibit 9 - Position Library and Compensation Plan - Clean.pdf THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
That the City Council:
Appropriate $2,938,488 and increase estimated revenues by $43,000, as noted in Exhibit 1 - Appropriations, Estimated Revenues, and Transfers.
Approve the Third Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with GHD Inc. for On-Call Engineering and Professional Services to extend the term for an additional two-year period at the rates set forth therein and with a total compensation amount of $250,000 annually.
Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to negotiate and execute non-substantive extensions, change orders, and amendments up to the amount authorized by Corona Municipal Code Section 3.08.070(I).
Approve the Second Amendment to the Maintenance General Services Agreement with Houston & Harris PCS, Inc. for Closed Circuit Television Sewer System Video Inspection Services with a total compensation amount of $350,000 annually.
Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to negotiate and execute non-substantive extensions, change orders and amendments up to 10% of total contract cost of $35,000 as authorized by Corona Municipal Code Section 3.08.060(J).
Approve the First Amendment to the Maintenance/General Services Agreement with Environmental Logistics, Inc. to increase the total compensation to $130,000 per fiscal year to provide hazardous materials clean up and removal services.
Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to issue a Change Order to the Environmental Logistics Blanket Purchase Order (B250554) for a total Purchase Order Amount of $130,000.
Approve the First Amendment to the Maintenance/General Services Agreement with Security Defense, Inc. to increase the total compensation to $330,000 per fiscal year to provide security guard services.
Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to issue a Change Order to the Security Defense Blanket Purchase Order (B250117) for a total Purchase Order Amount of $330,000.
Approve the First Amendment to the Maintenance/General Services Agreement with HASA, Inc. dba Commercial Aquatic Services to increase the total compensation to $150,000 per fiscal year and to extend the term of the agreement through December 31, 2025 to provide professional maintenance and chemical supply for pool and splash pad facilities maintenance services.
Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to issue a Change Order to the HASA Blanket Purchase Order (B250472) for a total Purchase Order Amount of $150,000.
Approve the Second Amendment to the Maintenance/General Services Agreement with Orozco Landscape and Tree Company to increase the total compensation to $296,749.12 to provide landscape maintenance services.
Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to issue a Change Order to the Orozco Landscape and Tree Company Blanket Purchase Order (B241333) for a total Purchase Order Amount of $296,749.12.
Adopt Resolution No. 2025-038, approving the City of Corona Position Library and Compensation Plan and repealing all prior Plans, including Resolution No. 2025-009, effective May 17, 2025.
That the Corona Utility authority renew, ratify, and to the extent necessary direct the City Council to take the above actions.
6.19 FISCAL YEAR 2025 QUARTER 3 BUDGET AND STRATEGIC PLAN PROGRESS REPORT UPDATE
1. FISCAL YEAR 2025 QUARTER 3 BUDGET AND STRATEGIC PLAN PROGRESS REPORT UPDATE.pdf
2. Fiscal Year 2025 Quarter 3 Budget and Strategic Plan Progress Report Update(1).pdf
3. Quarterly Budget Update Newsletter Q3.pdf
4. Exp Summary 03.31.25 - Electric Funds.pdf
5. Exp Summary 03.31.25 - General Fund.pdf
6. Exp Summary 03.31.25 - Sewer Funds.pdf
7. Exp Summary 03.31.25 - Water Funds.pdf
8. City Strategic Plan Progress Report FY 25 Q3 (Jan -March).pdf THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
7. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
Cherise Leonard, Friends of the Library, addressed the Council to provide an update.
Vincent Romo, resident, addressed the Council to announce he will be running for the California State Assembly 63rd District.
Colin Markovich, Senator Sabrina Cervantes Representative, addressed the Council to provide legislative updates.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.1 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2023-0015 FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A RELIGIOUS FACILITY (MOSQUE) WITHIN AN EXISTING 4,330 SQUARE-FOOT RESIDENTIAL DWELLING, ON 1.37 ACRES LOCATED AT 2460 SOUTH MAIN STREET IN THE R-1-8.4, SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, ZONE
1. STAFF REPORT -- CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2023-0015.pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - Locational and Zoning Map.pdf
3. Exhibit 2 - Site plan for Conditional Use Permit 2023-0015.pdf
4. Exhibit 3 - Public correspondence dated April 11, 2025.pdf
5. Exhibit 4 - Planning and Housing Commission staff report.pdf
6. Exhibit 5 - Draft minutes of the Planning and Housing Commission meeting dated March 10, 2025.pdf Council Member Speake provided a comment for the record. Joanne Coletta, Planning & Development Director, provided a staff report. Mayor Steiner opened the Public Hearing. Sylvia Edwards, City Clerk, stated there was no correspondence received from the public. Mayor Steiner closed the Public Hearing.
The Council provided comments and had inquiries. Ms. Coletta provided clarification.
Moved by:
Wes Speake
Seconded by:
Tom Richins
That the City Council affirm the Planning and Housing Commission’s action in approving Resolution 2661 granting CUP2023-0015, based on the findings contained in the staff report and conditions of approval.
Aye (5)
Tom Richins, Jim Steiner, Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, and Tony Daddario MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
9. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
9.1 DONATION AND SPONSORSHIP POLICY
1. DONATION AND SPONSORSHIP POLICY.pdf
2. Draft Donation and Sponsorship Policy.pdf
3. Donations and Sponsorship Policy Presentation.pdf
Nicole McDaniel, Assistant to the City Manager, provided a report.
The Council provided comments and had inquiries. Ms. McDaniel, Justin Tucker, Assistant City Manager, and Jacob Ellis, City Manager, provided clarification.
The Council provided staff direction to update the policy.
That the City Council provide feedback and direction on the proposed Donation and Sponsorship Policy.
9.2 MAYOR STEINER’S REQUEST FOR THE CITY COUNCIL TO CONSIDER THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATED TIMED GATE AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE SIERRA BELLA PARK PARKING LOT
1. STAFF REPORT - SIERRA BELLA GATES.pdf
2. Sierra Bella Park Presentation_05-07-25_df.pdf
Moses Cortez, Parks and Trails Manager, provided a report.
Don Fuller, resident, addressed the Council with his concerns regarding the proposed item.
The Council provided comments and had inquiries. Mr. Cortez provided clarification.
The Council provided staff direction.
Moved by:
Jim Steiner
Seconded by:
Tom Richins
That the City Council provide direction on:
The installation of an automated timed gate at the Sierra Bella Park parking lot entrance.
If recommended, authorize an appropriation in the amount of $45,000 from the General Fund 110 to the Community Services Department operating budget within the Parks, Trees and Medians Maintenance Division.
The installation of automated timed gates at other park locations throughout the City.
If recommended, authorize an appropriation in the amount of $378,000 from the General Fund 110 to the Community Services Department operating budget within the Parks, Trees and Medians Maintenance Division.
The installation of automated door locking systems at four park restrooms.
As an alternative, utilize the Park Rangers to lock and re-open restrooms daily.
Aye (5)
Tom Richins, Jim Steiner, Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, and Tony Daddario MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
9.3 APPROVAL OF VARIOUS ACTIONS ESTABLISHING THE CITY’S INTENTION TO AMEND ITS AGREEMENT WITH CALPERS TO PROVIDE FOURTH LEVEL 1959 SURVIVOR BENEFITS FOR SWORN POLICE EMPLOYEES
1. STAFF REPORT - APPROVAL OF VARIOUS ACTIONS ESTABLISHING THE CITY'S INTENTION TO AMMEND ITS AGREEMENT WITH CALPERS .pdf
2. Exhibit 1 - Resolution No. 2025-093 Amending Executive Resolution.pdf
3. Exhibit 2 - Ordinance No. 3414 with Exhibit.pdf
4. Exhibit 3 - Fourth Level Survivor Benefit Valuation Jan 2025.pdf Lori Sassoon, Chief Talent Officer, provided a report.
Moved by:
Tony Daddario
Seconded by:
Wes Speake
That the City Council:
Conduct second reading of Ordinance No. 3414, an ordinance authorizing an amendment to the contract between the City Council of the City of Corona and the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System.
Adopt Resolution No. 2025-039, amending Resolution 2024-118 to clarify that the Police Chief will also receive the Fourth Level 1959 Survivor Benefit.
Aye (5)
Tom Richins, Jim Steiner, Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, and Tony Daddario MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
10. LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
10.1 ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 2.04.060(V) OF THE CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE TO CLARIFY THE CITY MANAGER’S WORKERS’ COMPENSATION SETTLEMENT AUTHORITY
1. STAFF REPORT - ORDINANCE NO. 3416 TO UPDATE THE CITY MANAGER’S SETTLEMENT AUTHORITY FOR STIPULATED AWARDS .pdf
2. ORDINANCE NO. 3416 (REDLINE).pdf
3. ORDINANCE NO. 3416 (CLEAN).pdf
Council Member Speake had inquiries and Dean Derleth, City Attorney/LRM Director, provided clarification.
Council Member Speake provided staff direction.
The Council directed staff to revise the end of subsection 2. Mr. Derleth confirmed that the wording has been changed to: stipulated awards of permanent disability and related claims and expenses, as described above, when there is no reasonable legal discretion to pursue arguments or defenses which could lower the amount owed, as approved by the City Manager following a review and recommendation by the City Attorney and/or the city's special legal counsel handling the workers' compensation matter.” Moved by:
Wes Speake
Seconded by:
Tony Daddario
That the City Council introduce by title only and waive full reading of attached Ordinance No. 3416, first reading of an ordinance to amend Section 2.04.060(V) (Duties) of Chapter 2.04 (City Manager) of the Corona Municipal Code to authorize the City Manager to approve stipulated awards of permanent disability and related claims and expenses when there is no reasonable legal discretion to pursue arguments or defenses which could lower the amount owed, following a review and recommendation by the City Attorney.
Aye (5)
Tom Richins, Jim Steiner, Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, and Tony Daddario MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
11. REPORTS FROM BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
11.1 Library Board of Trustees
None.
11.2 Planning & Housing Commission
None.
11.3 Parks & Recreation Commission
None.
11.4 Regional Meetings
11.4.a
UPDATE FROM MAYOR JIM STEINER ON THE RIVERSIDE TRANSIT AGENCY (RTA) BOARD MEETING OF APRIL 24, 2025 Mayor Steiner provided an update.
11.4.b
UPDATE FROM COUNCIL MEMBER TONY DADDARIO ON THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY REGIONAL CONSERVATION AUTHORITY (RCA) MEETING OF MAY 5, 2025 This item was removed from the agenda.
11.4.c
UPDATE FROM COUNCIL MEMBER WES SPEAKE ON THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (RCTC) WESTERN PROGRAMS MEETING OF APRIL 28, 2025 Council Member Speake provided an update.
11.4.d
UPDATE FROM COUNCIL MEMBER WES SPEAKE ON THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) GENERAL ASSEMBLY MEETING OF MAY 1, 2025 Council Member Speake provided an update.
12. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS AND COMMENTS
None.
13. CITY MANAGER'S REPORTS AND COMMENTS
None.
14. CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS' REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Vice Mayor Casillas provided a brief overview on the Western Riverside Council of Governments meeting. She also announced Coffee with a Council Member on May 10, 2025.
Council Member Richins provided a brief overview of the Hundred Mile Club event.
Council Member Daddario provided an overview of the grand reopening of the Senior Center.
15. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
15.1 (NEW) ADDITIONAL MODIFIED EXHAUST ENFORCEMENT IDEAS (W. SPEAKE) TBD
1. Future Agenda Item Request- Additional Modified Exhaust Enforcement Ideas.pdf Joe Morgan, resident, addressed the Council to provide comments on the proposed item.
The majority of the Council did not agree to add to a future agenda.
15.2 WRCRWA REPRESENTATIVE CHANGE (W. SPEAKE) – MAY 21, 2025
15.3 UPDATE CMC 9.52.030, NO EXCEPTION - CERTAIN CCW PERMITS (T. DADDARIO) JUNE
15.4 SKYLINE MASTER PLAN (STAFF) JUNE/JULY
15.5 INCLUSIONARY HOUSING ORDINANCE (W. SPEAKE) JUNE/JULY
15.6 FEATHER FLAG PERMIT AMENDMENTS (W. SPEAKE) TBD
15.7 EXPLORE CMC ORDINANCE CHANGES TO SET TIME LIMITS FOR SPECIFIC FOR TEMPORARY FENCING AND BOARDED UP WINDOWS (W. SPEAKE) TBD
15.8 EXPLORE CORDON PRICING OF THE FOOTHILL CORRIDOR TO DETER CUT THROUGH TRAFFIC (W. SPEAKE) TBD
15.9 REVIEW/AMEND SECTION 17.63.120 ALTERATION, RELOCATION OR DEMOLITION OF HISTORIC RESOURCES, SPECIFICALLY (D)(6) (W. SPEAKE) TBD
16. ADJOURNMENT
The next scheduled meeting of the Council is on May 21, 2025. Mayor Steiner adjourned the meeting at 8:07 p.m. in honor of Jeremiah Scoop.