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1 City of Corona
City Council Minutes
Wednesday, August 19, 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 4:34 p.m. for the purposes listed below. Present were Mayor Casillas, Vice Mayor Speake, Council Member Daddario, Council Member Richins, and Council Member Steiner. Closed Session adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
1.1 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8
AGENCY NEGOTIATOR: JACOB ELLIS, CITY MANAGER
PROPERTY: APN 118-270-049, 815 W. SIXTH STREET
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CHRISTIAN ARTS AND THEATER
UNDER NEGOTIATION: PRICE & TERMS OF PAYMENT
1.2 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957
TITLE: CITY MANAGER
1.3 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957
TITLE: CITY ATTORNEY/LEGAL & RISK MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
2. INVOCATION - Pastor Fred, Corona Church of the Open Door The Invocation was led by Pastor Fred.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Pastor Fred.
4. CONVENE OPEN SESSION
Mayor Casillas called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
5. PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITIONS/PRESENTATIONS
None.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR
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2 The Consent Calendar was approved.
Moved by: Wes Speake
Seconded by: Jim Steiner
Aye (5): Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner Motion APPROVED (5 to 0)
6.1 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 5, 2026
THE MEETING MINUTES WERE APPROVED.
6.2 RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING MEDICAL GROUP 009-CORONA UTILITIES EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION UNDER THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ MEDICAL
AND HOSPITAL CARE ACT
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-089, establishing Medical Group 009 – Corona Utilities Employee Association under the Public Employees' Medical and Hospital Care Act.
6.3 SECOND UPDATE ON DECLARATION OF EMERGENCY AND
AUTHORIZATION FOR CONTRACTED EMERGENCY WATER LINE AND
REMEDIATION REPAIRS AT POLICE DEPARTMENT HEADQUARTERS
THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
That the City Council:
a. Receive and file the second update regarding the emergency water line and remediation repairs at the Corona Police Department Headquarters. b. Make a determination that there remains a need to continue the emergency work without the benefit of competitive bidding pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 22050 and Corona Municipal Code Section
3.08.130(A).
6.4 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A GRANT APPLICATION TO CALRECYCLE’S
BEVERAGE CONTAINER RECYCLING GRANT PROGRAM
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
That the City Council:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-088 authorizing submittal of individual grant application and related authorizations for CalRecycle’s Beverage Container Recycling Grant Program.
b. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all necessary documents, agreements, amendments, and payment requests required for the application process and subsequent grant administration, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, DRAFT
3 and regulations governing the CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling Grant Program.
6.5 RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A GRANT FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL ALCOHOL
POLICING PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
That the City Council:
a. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-090 to accept and appropriate $76,816 from the State of California and approve the application for Alcoholic Beverage control Program grant funds.
b. Authorize an appropriation in the amount of $76,816 from the General Grants Fund (FD_1111), increase estimated revenue by the same amount to be reimbursed from the State of California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Alcohol Policing Partnership Program 2026-2027. c. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the grant documents and any related documents, amendments, and agreements that are consistent with or in furtherance of the City Council’s actions hereunder.
6.6 MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE SERVICES WITH TROPICAL PLAZA INC FOR THE
UTILITIES DEPARTMENT WATER AND WATER RECLAMATION FACILITIES THIS ITEM WAS APPROVED.
That the City Council:
a. Award NIB 26-025MB to Tropical Plaza Inc. for landscape maintenance services at the Utilities Department water and water reclamation facilities. b. Approve the Maintenance and General Services Agreements with Tropical Plaza Inc. in the amount of $147,780 per fiscal year for the Utilities Department Water and Water Reclamation Facilities through June 30, 2028, with two additional two-year optional renewal periods, and waive any and all minor irregularities in the proposal.
c. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Maintenance and General Services Agreements with Tropical Plaza Inc in the amount of $147,780, including non-substantive extensions, change orders, purchase orders and amendments up to the amount authorized in the Corona Municipal Code Section 3.08.060(J) which is equivalent of 10% or $14,778.
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4 6.7 RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CITY OF CORONA RESTATED SECTION 125
CAFETERIA PLAN
THE RESOLUTION WAS ADOPTED.
That the City Council approve Resolution No. 2026-091, adopting the City of Corona Restated Section 125 Cafeteria Plan and repealing Resolution No. 2009- 123.
7. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
The following residents addressed the Council: Joe Morgan, Scott Altemus, Chris McCoy, Karen Alexander, Susan Luo, Maddy Paxton, Valerie Sedzicki, Krystalyne Reynolds Rivas, and Chad Miller.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.1 ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT 2026-0001 TO CHAPTER 17.70 OF THE CORONA
MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE WATER-EFFICIENT LANDSCAPE
REQUIREMENTS TO REFLECT CHANGES IN STATE LAW AND TO UPDATE
OUTDATED FENCING REGULATIONS
Danny Castro, Interim Planning and Development Director, provided a report.
Mayor Casillas noted that the Public Hearing was opened at the July 1, 2026, City Council meeting. Sylvia Edwards, City Clerk, stated there was no correspondence received from the public. Mayor Casillas closed the Public Hearing. The Council discussed the item and had inquiries. Mr. Castro, Jacob Ellis, City Manager, and Dean Derleth, City Attorney, provided clarification.
Council Member Richins made a motion to approve the recommended actions and directed staff to bring back standards for wood fences and revisit standards for trash enclosures, with an emphasis on roof structures on trash enclosures.
Moved by: Tom Richins
Seconded by: Jacque Casillas
That the City Council:
a. Approve Zone Text Amendment 2026-0001, as recommended by the Planning and Housing Commission.
b. Introduce, by title only, and waive full reading of consideration of Ordinance No. 3431, first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 17.70 of Title 17 (Zoning) of the Corona Municipal Code to update water-efficient landscape requirements to reflect changes in State law, and to update outdated fence regulations, and amending various other sections in Title 17 to update references to Chapter 17.70 (ZTA2026-0001).
Aye (4): Jacque Casillas, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner Nay (1): Wes Speake
Motion APPROVED (4 to 1)
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5 9. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
9.1 UPDATE ON OPTIONS FOR MAGNOLIA AVENUE AND EL SOBRANTE
ROAD CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT
Aaron Cox, Principal Engineer, provided a report. Sylvia Edwards, City Clerk, stated we received two written comments in opposition of the proposed item. The following residents addressed the Council regarding the proposed item: Joe Morgan, Maddy Paxton, Brandon Becenti, Chris McCoy, Mercedes Aguilera, Gilbert Robles, Ajiah Havlik, Allie Azevedo, and Mark Boran. The Council discussed the item and had inquiries. Mr. Cox and Joshua McNeil, Iteris, provided clarification.
Council Member Steiner moved to approve option A.
Moved by: Jim Steiner
Seconded by: Jacque Casillas
That the City Council:
a. Adopt Alternative A – Take no further action
b. Adopt Alternative B – Right-In/Right-Out at El Sobrante Rd. (Staff Recommendation)
c. Adopt Alternative C – No Access from El Sobrante Rd. to Magnolia d. Provide staff with additional direction
Aye (5): Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner
Motion APPROVED (5 to 0)
9.2 ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 9.20 AND 12.24 OF THE CORONA
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING SPECIAL EVENTS AND CODIFICATION OF
APPLICANT GROUP PRIORITY CLASSIFICATIONS
Monique Leon, Recreation Services Manager, and Danny Castro, Interim Planning & Development Director provided a report. Joe Morgan, resident, addressed the Council regarding the proposed item.
Moved by: Jim Steiner
Seconded by: Jacque Casillas
That the City Council introduce, by title only, and waive full reading of Ordinance No. 3433, amending Chapters 9.20 and 12.24 of the Corona Municipal Code to clarify the special event permit process, designate a primary point of contact for permit coordination, and establish standardized user group classifications.
Aye (5): Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner
Motion APPROVED (5 to 0)
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6 9.3 APPROVE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH OC MARATHON LLC TO HOST THE CORONA 5000 ROAD RACE FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM Monique Leon, Recreation Services Manager, provided a report. The Council provided comments and had inquiries. Ms. Leon provided clarification.
That the City Council:
a. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the OC Marathon, LLC., to coordinate and produce the Corona 5000 Road Race for the years 2027- 2029 subject to compliance with all applicable provisions of the Corona Municipal Code, including but not limited to Chapter 12.32 (Special Events and Street Closures), and any other relevant local, county, or state regulations.
b. Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all necessary agreements and permits with OC Marathon LLC.
Aye (5): Jacque Casillas, Wes Speake, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner
Motion APPROVED (5 to 0)
10. LEGISLATIVE MATTERS
10.1 ORDINANCE AMENDING CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 5.34 (SOLICITORS) AND A RESOLUTION UPDATING THE ADMINISTRATIVE
PENALTIES SCHEDULE FOR VIOLATIONS OF THE CORONA MUNICIPAL CODE
Danny Castro, Interim Planning and Development Director, provided a report. The following residents addressed the Council regarding the proposed item: Chris McCoy, Joe Morgan, and Mark Boran. Dean Derleth, City Attorney provided clarification. The Council discussed the item and had inquiries. Jacob Ellis, City Manager, provided clarification.
Moved by: Wes Speake
Seconded by: Tom Richins
That the City Council:
a. Introduce, by title only, and waive full reading for consideration of Ordinance No. 3432, first reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 5.34 of the Corona Municipal Code to update the regulations for solicitors. b. Approve Resolution No. 2026-087 amending the Administrative Penalties Schedule for violations of the Corona Municipal Code on the date that Ordinance No. 3432 becomes effective.
Aye (4): Wes Speake, Tony Daddario, Tom Richins, and Jim Steiner Nay (1): Jacque Casillas
Motion APPROVED (4 to 1)
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7 11. REPORTS FROM BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
11.1 Library Board of Trustees
None.
11.2 Planning & Housing Commission
11.2.a CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 2025-0002 TO ESTABLISH A WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY DESIGNED AS AN 81-FOOT-HIGH
BALLFIELD LIGHT POLE WITH ASSOCIATED GROUND-MOUNTED
EQUIPMENT WITHIN CITRUS COMMUNITY PARK
THE COUNCIL TOOK NO ACTION BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF 4-1.
That the City Council:
a. Take no action, thereby affirming the Planning and Housing Commission’s action granting CUP2025-0002, based on the findings contained in the staff report and conditions of approval.
OR
b. Set the item for review at a subsequent meeting.
11.2.b CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATIONS
FACILITY IN KELLOGG PARK
THE COUNCIL TOOK NO ACTION BY A MAJORITY VOTE OF 4-1.
That the City Council:
a. Take no action, thereby affirming the Planning and Housing Commission’s action granting CUP2025-0003, 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
None.
11.4 Historic Preservation Board
None.
11.5 Regional Meetings
11.5.a UPDATE FROM VICE MAYOR WES SPEAKE ON THE SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG)
TRANSPORTATION SOCAL CONNECT MEETING OF AUGUST 12, 2026 Vice Mayor Speake provided an update.
11.5.b UPDATE FROM COUNCIL MEMBER JIM STEINER ON THE RIVERSIDE
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (RCTC) BOARD MEETING
OF AUGUST 12, 2026
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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 DOWNTOWN BOND APPROVAL (STAFF) SEPTEMBER 16, 2026
15.2 CITY PARK CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT (STAFF) SEPTEMBER 16, 2026
15.3 AI TRAFFIC SIGNAL OPTIMIZATION (STAFF) OCTOBER 2026
15.4 CUP FOR DRUG TREATMENT FACILITIES (STAFF) OCTOBER 2026
16. ADJOURNMENT
The next scheduled meeting of the Council is on September 16, 2026. Mayor Casillas adjourned the meeting at 9:00 p.m. in honor of David Macias.