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1 City of Corona
City Council Minutes
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Closed Session- Council Board Room
Council Present: Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, Jim Steiner
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1. CONVENE CLOSED SESSION
Closed Session convened at time 5:38 p.m. for the purpose listed below. Present were Mayor Casillas, Vice Mayor Speake, Council Member Daddario, Council Member Richins, and Council Member Steiner. Closed Session adjourned at 5:44 p.m.
1.1 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6
AGENCY DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVE: JACOB ELLIS, CITY MANAGER EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION: CORONA UTILITIES EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION
2. INVOCATION - Pastor Susan Juergensen, Corona United Methodist Church The Invocation was led by Pastor Susan Juergensen.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Pastor Susan Juergensen.
4. CONVENE OPEN SESSION
Mayor Casillas called the meeting to order at 6:04 p.m
5. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/PRESENTATIONS
5.1 RECOGNITION: CORONA HIGH SCHOOL - CAREER TECHNICAL
EDUCATION/HEALTH CAREERS PATHWAY SPORTS MEDICINE STUDENTS Naraly Campos, Unique Jones, Jonathan Felix, and Elijah Kozloff accepted the recognitions.
5.2 PRESENTATION & RECOGNITION: CORONA 5000 ROAD RACE AND TOP
CORONA PARTICIPANTS
The following Corona participants accepted their recognition: Maria Soledad Ramirez, 1st place female; Raul Arcos, 2nd place male; and Uriel Frias, 3rd place male.
Donna Finch, Community Services Director, introduced the item and Regail Carr, Recreation Coordinator, provided a presentation.
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2 5.3 PRESENTATION: CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE
LEGISLATIVE AND INSURANCE MARKET UPDATE
Judith Pina from the California Department of Insurance provided a presentation.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Casillas recused herself from Item 6.13 and Vice Mayor Speake recused himself from Item 6.11, because they live within the districts. The Consent Calendar was approved with the exception of Items 6.8 and 6.9, which were voted on separately.
Moved by: Wes Speake
Seconded by: Tom Richins
That the City Council approve the Consent Calendar.
Aye (5): Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
6.1 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 1, 2026
THE MEETING MINUTES WERE APPROVED.
6.2 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 2026
THIS REPORT WAS RECEIVED AND FILED.
That the City Council receive and file the monthly investment portfolio report for February 2026.
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 2026
THIS REPORT WAS RECEIVED AND FILED.
That the City Council receive and file the monthly fiscal report for February 2026.
6.4 THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE MAINTENANCE/GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH HOUSTON AND HARRIS PCS, INC. FOR SANITARY
SEWER SYSTEM SERVICES
THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
That the City Council:
a. Approve the Third Amendment to Maintenance/General Services Agreement with Houston and Harris PCS, Inc. to perform Sanitary Sewer System Cleaning for both routine and emergency services in the amount of $1,050,000.
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3 b. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Third Amendment to the Maintenance/General Services Agreement with Houston and Harris PCS, Inc. for a total contract amount of $1,050,000 per fiscal year through June 30, 2027, including the ability to negotiate and execute non-substantive changes and extensions, purchase orders and amendments up to $105,000 or 10% of the contract amount. c. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to issue a Purchase Order to Houston and Harris PCS, Inc. in the amount of $1,050,000 per fiscal year.
That the Corona Utility Authority review, ratify, and to the extent necessary, direct the City Council to take the above actions.
6.5 MAINTENANCE/GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PAVECO
CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR ASPHALT REPAIR SERVICES
THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
That the City Council:
a. Award Notice Inviting Bids 26-013AG to Paveco Construction, Inc., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, for $1,500,000 per fiscal year, and waive any and all minor irregularities in the bidding document as submitted by said bidder.
b. Approve the Maintenance/General Services Agreement with Paveco Construction, Inc. of Baldwin Park, CA to perform As-Needed Asphalt Repair Services in the amount of $1,500,000 per fiscal year. c. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Maintenance/General Services Agreement with Paveco Construction, Inc., for a total contract of $1,500,000 per fiscal year for the initial contract term ending June 30, 2028, 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 $150,000 or 10% of the contract amount.
d. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to issue a Purchase Order to Paveco Construction, Inc. in the amount of $1,500,000 per fiscal year.
That the Corona Utility Authority review, ratify, and to the extent necessary, direct the City Council to take the above actions.
6.6 TERMINATE CONTRACTED EMERGENCY SEWER MAIN LINE AND
PARKING LOT REPAIRS AT 3915 GREEN RIVER ROAD AND RATIFY
MAINTENANCE/GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH AUGUSTINE
GENERAL ENGINEERING, INC. AND VORTEX SERVICES LLC (DBA
SANCON TECHNOLOGIES, INC)
THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
That the City Council:
a. Make a determination under Corona Municipal Code Section 3.08.130(A) that competitive bidding is not required for this purchase based upon the reasons provided in this agenda report.
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4 b. Terminate the emergency action for contracted emergency sewer main repair and sewer lining at 3915 Green River Road pursuant to Corona Municipal Code Section 3.08.130(A).
c. Ratify the Maintenance/General Services Agreement with Augustine General Engineering, Inc. of Alta Loma, CA, in the amount of $113,819.89 for performing the emergency repair of the sewer main running behind 3915 Green River Road.
d. Ratify the Maintenance/General Services Agreement with Vortex Services LLC (dba Sancon Technologies, Inc.) of Huntington Beach, CA, in the amount of $137,121, for performing the emergency lining of the sewer main running behind 3915 Green River Road.
That the Corona Utility Authority review, ratify, and to the extent necessary, direct the City Council to take the above actions.
6.7 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MARK THOMAS &
COMPANY, INC. TO PROVIDE TRAFFIC CORRIDOR IMPACT STUDY AND
DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE ONTARIO AVENUE WIDENING PROJECT THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
That the City Council:
a. Award Request for Proposal No. 26-004SB to Mark Thomas & Company, Inc. to provide Traffic Corridor Impact Study and Design Services for the Ontario Avenue Widening Project No. 2017-11.
b. Approve the Professional Services Agreement with Mark Thomas & Company, Inc. to provide Traffic Corridor Impact Study and Design Services for the Ontario Avenue Widening Project No. 2017-11 in the amount of $2,511,906, and waive any minor irregularities in the proposal. c. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Professional Services Agreement with Mark Thomas & Company, Inc., in the amount of $2,511,906, including any non-substantive extensions, change orders, purchase orders, and amendments up to $251,191 or 10%.
6.8 CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH AD IMPROVEMENTS, INC. FOR PHASE 2 OF THE NORTH MALL DEMOLITION PROJECT
Rory Connell, resident, addressed the Council to provide comments regarding the proposed item.
Moved by: Jim Steiner
Seconded by: Wes Speake
That the City Council:
a. Adopt the Plans and Specifications for the North Mall Properties Demolition – Phase 2 Project (Project), Notice Inviting Bids 26-029SB. b. Award Notice Inviting Bids 26-029SB, to AD Improvements, Inc., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, for the total bid amount of $682,189, and DRAFT
5 waive any and all minor irregularities in the bidding document as submitted by said bidder.
c. Approve the construction contract with AD Improvements, Inc. for the demolition of the North Mall Properties – Phase 2 Project in the amount of $682,189.
d. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the construction contract with AD Improvements, Inc. in the amount of $682,189, including any non-substantive extensions, change orders, purchase orders, and amendments up to 10% of total contract cost or $68,218 as authorized in Section 3.08.050 (H) of the Corona Municipal Code.
e. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to issue a purchase order to AD Improvements, Inc., in the amount of $682,189.
Aye (5): Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner
MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
6.9 PURCHASE OF 13 BUSES FOR THE CITY OF CORONA DIAL-A-RIDE
PROGRAM
Council Member Richins had an inquiry and Sudesh Paul, Transit Program Manager, provided clarification.
Moved by: Jim Steiner
Seconded by: Tom Richins
That the City Council:
a. Authorize the purchase of thirteen (13) Startrans Senator Class C Ford compressed natural gas buses from Model 1 Commercial Vehicles in the amount of $2,987,394.
b. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to issue a purchase order to Model 1 Commercial Vehicles in the amount of $2,987,394 c. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to approve any necessary change orders in the amount of $298,739 or 10% of the contract amount. d. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to approve additional budgetary adjustments required for the purchase of buses. e. Make a determination under Corona Municipal Code Section 3.08.125(B) that competitive bidding has been satisfied based upon the reasons provided in the “Basis for Determination of Competitive Bidding” section of this report.
Aye (5): Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner
MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
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6 6.10 RESOLUTIONS INITIATING PROCEEDINGS TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 FOR LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS NO. 84-1 AND 2003-1, APPOINTING ENGINEER OF RECORD, AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF ENGINEER’S REPORTS
THIS RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
That the City Council:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-017, initiating proceedings to levy and collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2027 for Lighting Maintenance District No. 84- 1 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, appointing Engineer of Record, and ordering preparation of an Engineer’s Report. b. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-018, initiating proceedings to levy and collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2027 for Lighting Maintenance District No. 2003-1 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, appointing Engineer of Record, and ordering preparation of an Engineer’s Report.
6.11 RESOLUTION INITIATING PROCEEDINGS TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 84-2, ZONE 20, APPOINTING ENGINEER OF RECORD, AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER’S REPORT
THIS RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-020, initiating proceedings to levy and collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2027 for Landscape Maintenance District No. 84-2, Zone 20 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, appointing Engineer of Record, and ordering preparation of an Engineer’s Report.
6.12 RESOLUTION INITIATING PROCEEDINGS TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSSESSMENTS FOR FY 2027 FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT NO. 84-2, ZONES 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 15, 17, 18, AND 19, APPOINTING
ENGINEER OF RECORD, AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF
ENGINEER’S REPORT
THIS RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-021, initiating proceedings to levy and collect assessments for FY 2027 for Landscape Maintenance District No. 84- 2, Zones 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 10, 15, 17, 18, and 19 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, appointing Engineer of Record, and ordering preparation of an Engineer’s Report
6.13 RESOLUTION INITIATING PROCEEDINGS TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027 FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 84-2, ZONE 14, APPOINTING ENGINEER OF RECORD, AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER’S REPORT
THIS RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-019, initiating proceedings to levy and collect assessments for FY 2027 for Landscape Maintenance District No. 84- DRAFT
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7. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
The following members of the public addressed the Council: Nick, Brett Borschel, Maddy Paxton, Diego Coronado, Kelly Montalvo, Rory Connell, and Scarlett Lee.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
9. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
9.1 CORONA DEL REY AMENDED AGREEMENTS
Karen Roper, Housing & Homeless Solutions Manager, provided a report. The Council had inquiries and Ms. Roper provided clarification.
Moved by: Jim Steiner
Seconded by: Jacque Casillas
That the City Council:
a. Approve the Amended and Restated Promissory Note between the City of Corona Housing Authority and National Community Renaissance of California, NCRC CDR LLC.
b. Approve the Second Amendment to Operation and Maintenance Agreement between the City of Corona Housing Authority and National Community Renaissance of California, NCRC CDR LLC and authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the agreement.
c. Approve the Assignment and Assumption of Agreement between the City of Corona Housing Authority and National Community Renaissance of California, NCRC CDR LLC and authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the agreement.
d. Approve the Subordination Agreement between the City of Corona Housing Authority and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. and authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the agreement.
That the Corona Housing Authority review, ratify, and to the extent necessary, direct that the City Council take the above actions.
Aye (4): Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner Nay (1): Tony Daddario
MotionAPPROVED (4 to 1)
9.2 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE
Joel Belding, Economic Development Director, provided a report.
Rory Connell and Joe Morgan addressed the Council to provide comments regarding the item.
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8 The Council provided comments.
That the City Council receive an update and provide feedback on the progress and implementation of the Economic Development Strategic Plan.
9.3 AMEND CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 10.48 TO INCLUDE
ELECTRIC BICYCLES
Sergeant Eric Fox provided a report.
Sylvia Edwards, City Clerk, stated we had received three written comments in support of Electric Bicycle regulations, and they will be maintained with the meeting minutes.
The following residents addressed the Council regarding the proposed item: Rory Connell, Tami Friedrick, Kelly Montalvo, Valerie Sedzicki, Maddy Paxton, Joe Morgan and Don Fuller.
The Council provided comments and had inquiries. Chief Robert Newman and Sergeant Fox provided clarification.
The Council provided feedback and direction to staff regarding electric bicycle regulations.
That the City Council provide direction to staff regarding the preferred language and approach for amending CMC Chapter 10.48.
9.4 FISCAL YEAR 2027 PHASE I COMMUNITY EVENTS CO-SPONSORSHIP
PROGRAM REQUESTS AND PROPOSED REVISIONS TO THE COMMUNITY
EVENTS CO-SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM POLICY
Vice Mayor Speake recused himself due to being a part of the Corona Historic Preservation Society. He left the Council Chambers at 8:50 p.m. and returned at 8:56 p.m.
Donna Finch, Community Services Director, provided a report. Council Member Daddario had an inquiry and Ms. Finch provided clarification.
Moved by: Jim Steiner
Seconded by: Tom Richins
That the City Council:
a. Approve Fiscal Year 2027 Phase I of the Co-Sponsorship Program for events occurring July through December 2026.
b. Approve and authorize the execution of cleanup revisions to the Community Events Co-Sponsorship Program Policy.
c. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to review, approve, and execute any future non-substantial changes to the Community Events CoSponsorship Program Policy.
Aye (4): Jacque Casillas, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner Abstain (1): Wes Speake
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9 MotionAPPROVED (4 to 0)
9.5 RESOLUTION APPROVING APPOINTMENT OF A RETIRED ANNUITANT TO
A VACANT INTERIM POSITION AS DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND
DEVELOPMENT
Brett Channing, Assistant City Manager, provided a report. Vice Mayor Speake provided comments.
Moved by: Wes Speake
Seconded by: Tom Richins
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-014, approving the appointment of retired annuitant Delfin “Danny” Castro as Interim Planning & Development Director.
Aye (5): Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner
MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
10. LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
None.
11. REPORTS FROM BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
11.1 Library Board of Trustees
THIS REPORT WAS RECEIVED AND FILED.
11.1.a LIBRARY REPORT - MARCH 2026
11.1.b LIBRARY OF THINGS REPORT
11.1.c VETS CONNECT REPORT
11.1.d GILDED BOOK EDGES WORKSHOP
11.1.e BABY RAVE
11.2 Planning & Housing Commission
11.2.a PARKING VARIANCE FROM § 17.86.020(C) OF THE CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE AT 428 W. GRAND BOULEVARD
The Council unanimously agreed to take no action.
That the City Council:
a. Take no action, thereby affirming the Planning and Housing Commission’s action granting V2024-0001, based on the findings contained in the staff report and conditions of approval.
OR
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10 b. Set the item for review at a subsequent meeting.
11.2.b PARCEL MAP 39079 TO SUBDIVIDE A 2.28-ACRE LOT INTO TWO LOTS
FOR RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES
Moved by: Jim Steiner
Seconded by: Wes Speake
That the City Council approve Parcel Map 39079 based on the findings and conditions as approval as recommended by the Planning and Housing Commission.
Aye (5): Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner
MotionAPPROVED (5 to 0)
11.2.c PRECISE PLAN MODIFICATION FOR THE REVIEW OF A NEW COMMERCIAL BUILDING FOR K-1 SPEED WITHIN THE SHOPS AT DOS
LAGOS RETAIL CENTER
The Council unanimously agreed to take no action.
That the City Council:
a. Take no action, thereby affirming the Planning and Housing Commission’s action granting PPM2024-0007, based on the findings contained in the staff report and conditions of approval.
OR
b. Set the item for review at a subsequent meeting.
11.3 Parks & Recreation Commission
THIS REPORT WAS RECEIVED AND FILED.
11.3.a DEVELOPER IMPACT FEE FUND BALANCE/BOND REPAYMENT FOR FEBRUARY 2026
11.3.b FEBRUARY RECREATION PROGRAMMING STATISTICS REPORT
11.3.c COMMUNITY SERVICES REPORT-MARCH 2026
11.3.d SPECIAL EVENTS POLICY & CMC UPDATE
11.4 Regional Meetings
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11 11.4.a UPDATE FROM COUNCIL MEMBER JIM STEINER ON THE RIVERSIDE
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (RCTC) BOARD MEETING
OF APRIL 8, 2026
Council Member Steiner provided an update.
11.4.b UPDATE FROM COUNCIL MEMBER TONY DADDARIO ON THE
WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY REGIONAL CONSERVATION
AUTHORITY (RCA) MEETING OF APRIL 6, 2026
Council Member Daddario provided an update.
11.4.c UPDATE FROM MAYOR JACQUE CASILLAS ON THE WESTERN
RIVERSIDE COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (WRCOG) MEETING OF
APRIL 6, 202
Mayor Casillas 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
The Council provided comments.
15. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
15.1 SPRING FINANCIAL WORKSHOP (STAFF) APRIL 23, 2026
15.2 PROVIDE THE NUMBER OF HOUSING UNITS APPROVED BY THE CITY OF CORONA SINCE 2019 (W. SPEAKE) APRIL/MAY 2026
15.3 UPDATE OF CHAPTER 5.34 PEDDLERS AND SOLICITORS (W. SPEAKE) APRIL/MAY 2026
15.4 EXPLORE THE LEGALITIES OF REQUIRING CUP’S FOR OUTPATIENT DRUG ADDICTION TREATMENT CLINICS (W. SPEAKE) APRIL/MAY 2026
15.5 THIRD PARTY SPECIAL EVENTS POLICY (STAFF) MAY 2026
16. ADJOURNMENT
The next scheduled meeting of the Council is on May 6, 2026. Mayor Casillas adjourned the meeting at 9:09 p.m.