City of Lake Elsinore Meeting Date:
City Council Meeting March 24, 2026
Minutes - Final
Meeting Time:
Closed Session: 5:00 P.M.
Mayor Magee Open Session: 7:00 P.M.
Mayor Pro Tem Sheridan
Council Member Tisdale Cultural Center
Council Member Manos 183 N. Main Street
Council Member Carroll Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the City Council was called to order at 5:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: 5 - Council Members Tisdale, Manos, and Carroll; Mayor Pro Tem Sheridan; and Mayor Magee
Absent: 0 - None
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
There were no speakers.
4. CLOSED SESSION – 5:00 P.M.
4.1 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
(Gov’t Code Section 54957(b)): City Manager
4.2 APN’s 371-090-001, 002, 003, 004, 371-150-010 & 371-160-007 (Gov’t Code Section 54956.8)
Property: APN’s 371-090-001, 002, 003, 004, 371-150-010 & 371-160-007 Agency negotiator: City Manager Simpson
Negotiating parties: City of Lake Elsinore and GMB Land, LLC/Steve Galvez Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment
4.3 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Gov’t Code Section 54956.9: One potential case.
5. RECESS
The City Council recessed into Closed Session at 5:01 p.m.
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6. RECONVENE/CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.
The Regular Meeting of the City Council reconvened and the Regular Meeting of the Successor Agency was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Magee led the Pledge of Allegiance.
8. ROLL CALL
Present: 5 - Council/Agency Members Tisdale, Manos, and Carroll; Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Sheridan; and Mayor/Chair Magee
Absent: 0 - None
9. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Leibold reported that all three items were discussed; however, no reportable action was taken.
10. PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIALS
10.1 Certificate of Recognition to Kaz Egan
Present a Certificate of Recognition to Lake Elsinore Storm emcee Kaz Egan in appreciation of his years of service and contributions to the Lake Elsinore community.
Mayor Magee presented the Certificate.
10.2 DMV Donate Life Month 2026
Present a Proclamation proclaiming the month of April 2026 as “DMV Donate Life Month” in the City of Lake Elsinore.
Mayor Magee presented the Proclamation.
10.3 Business in Action Monthly Spotlight - Pacific Freedom Marine Group
Recognize Pacific Freedom Marine Group as the City of Lake Elsinore’s Business in Action Monthly Spotlight for March 2026.
Mayor Magee presented the Certificate.
11. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 1 MINUTE
Sarah Ragusa & Ron Pirayoff were called to speak.
Adam Eventov was called to speak.
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12. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
Moved by Council Member Manos, Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Sheridan to approve the City Council Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Council Members Tisdale, Manos, and Carroll; Mayor Pro Tem Sheridan; and Mayor Magee
Absent (0): None
Carried (5 to 0)
12.1 Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of March 10, 2026
Approve the Minutes.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
12.2 CC Warrant Report Dated February 23, 2026, to March 01, 2026
Receive and file.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
12.3 CC Warrant Report Dated March 02, 2026 to March 08, 2026
Receive and file.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
12.4 CC Investment Report for February 2026
Receive and file the Investment Report for February 2026.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
12.5 Second Reading of an Ordinance Amending Central Tree Collective, Inc.’s Development Agreement to Revise the Community Benefit Fee
Adopt by title only and waive further reading of AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AMENDMENT (DA-2025-13) FOR CENTRAL TREE COLLECTIVE INC., LOCATED AT 18532 PASADENA STREET (APN: 377- 430-023).
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
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12.6 Second Reading of an Ordinance Amending and Restating Chapter 8.44 of the Lake Elsinore Municipal Code Regarding Bowfishing on Lake Elsinore
Adopt by title only and waive further reading of AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING CHAPTER 8.44 OF THE LAKE ELSINORE MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING BOWFISHING ON LAKE ELSINORE.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
12.7 Amendments to the On-Call Agreements in Support of the City‘s Construction and Maintenance Operations
Approve and authorize the City Manager to executed Amendment No. 3 to the On- Call Contractor Services Agreements for Minor Construction and Repair Services with Endresen Development, Inc. to increase compensation by an additional not to exceed amount of $600,000 annually, with Cotter Construction, Inc. to increase compensation by an additional not to exceed amount of $500,000 annually, and with B&B Nurseries, Inc. (dba Landscape Center) to increase compensation by an additional not to exceed amount of $325,000 annually, in such final form as approved by the City Attorney.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
12.8 Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with GEI Consultants, Inc. for Lake Water Quality Testing & Reporting
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with GEI Consultants, Inc. for lake water quality testing and reporting for an additional amount of $80,000 for a new not-to-exceed amount of $150,000 in such final form as approved by the City Attorney.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
12.9 Public Works Construction Agreement with Rapid Fire Safety and Security for the Design, Purchase, and Installation of the Fire Suppression System, in the New Library (CIP Project No. Z20003)
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Public Works Construction Agreement with Rapid Fire Safety & Security in an amount not to exceed $271,686.29 for the design, purchase, and installation of the fire suppression system in the new library in such final form as approved by the City Attorney; authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed the 10% contingency amount of $27,169.00; and authorize the City Clerk to record the Notice of Completion once work is completed.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
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12.10 Public Works Construction Agreement with Rapid Fire Safety & Security for the Design, Purchase, and Installation of the Fire Suppression System, in the Senior Housing CIP Project No. Z20026
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Public Works Construction Agreement with Rapid Fire Safety & Security in an amount not to exceed $204,405.91 for the design, purchase, and installation of the fire suppression system in the Senior Housing Project in such final form as approved by the City Attorney; authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed the 10% contingency amount of $20,440.00; and authorize the City Clerk to record the Notice of Completion once work is completed.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
12.11 Professional Services Agreement with Albert A. Webb Associates for Environmental, Final PS&E, and Construction Support for the Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle 12 Railroad Canyon Road Safety Improvement Project
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Albert A. Webb Associates (Webb) for the Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle 12 Railroad Canyon Road Safety Improvement project in an amount not to exceed $334,854 in such final form as approved by City Attorney; authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed a 10% contingency of $33,485 for uncertainties and adjustments.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
12.12 Amendment No. 1 to Agreement with Hemet Fence in Support of City of Lake Elsinore Public Works Operations
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No.1 with Hemet Fence for additional fencing improvements and increase compensation by an additional $146,700 for a total amount not to exceed $346,700 in such final form as approved by the City Attorney.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
12.13 Annual On-Call Services Agreement with Sasser Restoration in Support of Lake Elsinore Public Works Operations
Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an On-Call Contractor Services Agreement with Sasser Restoration in an amount not to exceed $200,000 for on-call services to support City of Lake Elsinore public works operations in such final form as approved by the City Attorney.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
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12.14 Spring and Summer Downtown Event Road Closures
Approve temporary road closures for various Spring and Summer Events in Historic Downtown and neighboring roads for April 4, April 25, May 30, June 27, and July 25, 2026 events, as identified in the attached traffic plans, and allow for changes as necessary and approved by the City Engineer.
This item was approved on the City Council Consent Calendar.
13. SUCCESSOR AGENCY CONSENT CALENDAR
Moved by Agency Member Manos, Seconded by Agency Member Tisdale to approve the Successor Agency Consent Calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Agency Members Tisdale, Manos and Carroll; Vice Chair Sheridan; and Chair Magee
Absent (0): None
Carried (5 to 0)
13.1 Minutes of the Regular Successor Agency Meeting of March 10, 2026
Approve the Minutes.
This item was approved on the Successor Agency Consent Calendar.
13.2 SA Warrant Report Dated February 23, 2026, to Mar 01, 2026
Receive and file.
This item was approved on the Successor Agency Consent Calendar.
13.3 SA Warrant Report Dated March 02, 2026 to Mar 08, 2026
Receive and file.
This item was approved on the Successor Agency Consent Calendar.
13.4 SA Investment Report for February 2026
Receive and file the Investment Report for February 2026.
This item was approved on the Successor Agency Consent Calendar.
14. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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14.1 Election for Annexation Proceedings for Annexation No. 16 Into Community Facilities District No. 2015-1 (Safety Services)
1. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-1 (SAFETY SERVICES), ANNEXING TERRITORY TO COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-1 (SAFETY SERVICES), AND CALLING ELECTIONS THEREIN; and
2. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-1 (SAFETY SERVICES) CERTIFYING THE RESULTS OF THE MARCH 24, 2026, ANNEXATION AND SPECIAL TAX ELECTIONS.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:37 p.m.
City Clerk Alvarez noted that no written requests were received.
There were no speakers.
The Public Hearing was closed at 7:39 p.m.
Moved by Council Member Tisdale, Seconded by Council Member Carroll to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Council Members Tisdale, Manos, and Carroll; Mayor Pro Tem Sheridan; and Mayor Magee
Absent (0): None
Carried (5 to 0)
Moved by Council Member Carroll, Seconded by Council Member Manos to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 2. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Council Members Tisdale, Manos, and Carroll; Mayor Pro Tem Sheridan; and Mayor Magee
Absent (0): None
Carried (5 to 0)
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14.2 Election for Annexation Proceedings for Annexation No. 28 Into Community Facilities District No. 2015-2 (Maintenance Services) for Assessor’s Parcel Numbers (APNs) 381-320-020 and 381-320-026 (Bamiyan Marketplace)
1. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AN ELECTION TO SUBMIT TO THE
QUALIFIED ELECTORS THE QUESTION OF LEVYING A SPECIAL TAX
WITHIN THE AREA PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED TO COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 (MAINTENANCE SERVICES)
(ANNEXATION NO. 28);
2. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ELECTION RESULTS FOR
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 (MAINTENANCE
SERVICES) (ANNEXATION NO. 28); and
3. Introduce by title only and waive further reading of AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 2016-1359 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, ACTING IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE LEGISLATIVE BODY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2015-2 OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:42 p.m.
City Clerk Alvarez noted that no written requests were received.
There were no speakers.
The Public Hearing was closed at 7:44 p.m.
Moved by Council Member Manos, Seconded by Council Member Tisdale to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 1. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Council Members Tisdale, Manos, and Carroll; Mayor Pro Tem Sheridan; and Mayor Magee
Absent (0): None
Carried (5 to 0)
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Moved by Council Member Carroll, Seconded by Council Member Tisdale to adopt the Resolution in Recommendation No. 2. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Council Members Tisdale, Manos, and Carroll; Mayor Pro Tem Sheridan; and Mayor Magee
Absent (0): None
Carried (5 to 0)
Moved by Council Member Manos, Seconded by Council Member Tisdale to introduce the Ordinance in Recommendation No. 3. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Council Members Tisdale, Manos, and Carroll; Mayor Pro Tem Sheridan; and Mayor Magee
Absent (0): None
Carried (5 to 0)
14.3 Comprehensive User Fee Study
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE
ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A COMPREHENSIVE USER FEE STUDY AND ADOPTING A CITY-WIDE USER FEE SCHEDULE.
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:47 p.m.
Assistant City Manager Buckley presented the staff report.
City Clerk Alvarez noted that one written communication was received, entered into the record, and distributed to the City Council and the public.
Andrea Mares was called to speak.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:08 p.m.
Moved by Council Member Manos, Seconded by Council Member Tisdale to adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
Yes (5): Council Members Tisdale, Manos, and Carroll; Mayor Pro Tem Sheridan; and Mayor Magee
Absent (0): None
Carried (5 to 0)
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15. BUSINESS ITEMS
16. PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 3 MINUTES
Jessica Puckett was called to speak.
Stella May was called to speak.
Terry Jarvis was called to speak.
17. CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Simpson had no comments.
18. CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS
City Attorney Leibold had no comments.
19. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS/REPORTS ON MEETINGS ATTENDED
Council Member Carroll reported on his attendance at the Lake Elsinore Valley Chamber of Commerce Installation Dinner and the C.L.E.W. Opening Day.
Council Member Tisdale highlighted various legislation to be monitored; shared Encampment Resolution Grant Program enrollments, Anchor Crisis Stabilization statistics, and one of the Anchor's success stories.
Council Member Manos had no comments.
Mayor Pro Tem Sheridan shared that youth may ride Riverside Transit Agency buses free through December 31, 2026; invited the community to attend the Lake Elsinore Historical Society's fourth Ruth Atkins Speaker Series event at 7:00 p.m. on March 25, 2026 in the Cultural Center and thanked the event's sponsors; congratulated students of the month; shared that KVCR PBS visited the City of Lake Elsinore on March 13, 2026; shared his attendance at the C.L.E.W. Spring Season Opening Day; 6; and invited the community to participate in the COPS for Kids Golf Classic on May 1, 2026 at the Glen Ivy Golf Club and Habitat for Humanity Hit Fore Homes Golf Classic on June 15, 2026 at Bear Creek Golf Club.
Mayor Magee reported on his attendance at the Riverside County Transportation Commission meeting on March 11, 2026; reminded residents to keep their pets safe in the heat; invited the community to attend the Southern California Sand Drag Association's Larry Minor Memorial West Coast Shootout March 27-29, 2026 at the Lake Elsinore Raceway; and adjourned the meeting in memory of Will Yang.
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20. ADJOURNMENT
The Lake Elsinore City Council adjourned at 8:42 p.m. in memory of Will Yang to the next Regular meeting of Tuesday, April 14, 2026 in the Cultural Center located at 183 N. Main Street. Closed Session will commence at 5:00 p.m. or such later time as noticed on the Agenda, and the regular Open Session business meeting will commence at 7:00 p.m.
Candice Alvarez, MMC
City Clerk