City Council Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Bill Zimmerman, Mayor
Bob Karwin, District I
Matthew Liesemeyer, District 2
Lesa Sobek, District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
Menifee City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, May 04,2022
5:00 PM Closed Session
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Stephanie Roseen, City Clerk
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Mayor Zimmerman called the Closed Session to order at 5:0'l PM. Present were Councilmembers Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Mayor Pro Tem Deines, and Mayor Zimmerman.
There were no public comments. The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:01 PM for the purposes listed below.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION:
Significant Exposure to Litigation (Gov. Code Section 54956.9(dX2) and (3)): 1 Case CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Government Code Section 54956.8):
Property Description: APN 337 150 006
City Negotiato(s): Armando Villa, City Manager; Rochelle Clayton, Assistant City Manager, Rebekah Kramer, Senior Management Analyst
Negotiating Parties: Ruix De Rhee, Property Owner Board of Directors; TaeHyung (Theodore) Kim, Operations Manager, Cheny Hills Golf Course; Charmaine Summers, General Manager, Cherry Hills Golf Course
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment.
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS (Government Code Section 54956.8):
Property Description: APN: 337 310 005
City Negotiators: Armando Villa, City Manager; Rochelle Clayton, Assistant City Manager Negotiating Parties: Ahura lnvestments
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
REGULAR MEETING (6:00 PM)
1. CALL TO ORDER
2, ROLLCALL
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CLOSED SESSION (s:00 PM)
Mayor Zimmerman called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM. City Attorney Jeffrey l\4elching stated there was no reportable action from closed session.
Present: Dean Deines, Bob Karwin, Matthew Liesemeyer, Lesa Sobek, Bill Zimmerman
Absent: None
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WORDS OF INSPIRATION
Vice President of the Arts Council Menifee Linda Denver provided the words of inspiration
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Senior Advisory Cornmitee Mernber Bruce Atwood led the flag salute.
PRESENTATIONS
5.1 Outstanding Citizen of the Month - Betti Cadmus
The City Council introduced Betti Cadmus and presented her with the Outstanding Citizen of the Month certificate. The City Council spoke on her accomplishments and contributions in the City and congratulated her on her retirement from the school district. Ms. Cadmus thanked the City Council.
5.2 Older Americans Month Proclamation
Mayor Zimmerman introduced Senior Advisory Committee Member Chair Gloria Sanchez and the Senior Advisory Committee Members. Ms. Sanchez introduced World War ll Veteran Bill Cormier and thanked the City for their recognition.
5.3 Public Works Week Proclamation
5.4 Economic Development Week Proclamation
5.5 Building & Safety Month Proclamation
Mayor Zimmerman acknowledged the Public Works, Economic Development, and Building and Safety Departments for their work in the City.
AGENDA APPROVAL OR iiODIFICATIONS
The agerda u/6 approved unanimously (5 0) with no modifications.
PUBLIC COMMENTS (NON AGENDA ITEMS)
Vice President of the Arts Council Menifee Linda Denver discussed two u@rnirE events; Menifee Arts Showcase and Menifee's Got Talent.
8. COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Karwin reported on the meetings and events he attended. 5 6.
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Menifee resident Matt Gilmore appreciated the City Council recognition of the citizens and voiced his concerns on shade structures at the parks and quality of life. . Menifee Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala
o Roataty Club Meeting
. Menifee Munch
. Menifee Taco Trail Program
Councilmember Liesemeyer reported on the meetings and events he attended.
Councilmember Sobek announced National Day of Prayer \ ,ould take place at Central Park on May 5, 2022 and noted that May is Mental Health Month.
Mayor Pro Tem Deines reported on the meetings and events he attended. . Annual Meeting with Congressman Ken Calvert
. Town Hall Meeting at Bel Air Estates
. Finance Committee meeting
. Riverside Transportation Authority (RTA) Board Meeting Mayor Zimmerman reported on the meetings and events he attended. . Annual Meeting with Congressman Ken Calvert
. Menifee Better Together
. Car Show at Motte's Barn
. Western Riverside County projects and programs committee . County Supervisors Meeting with Mario Garai
. Menifee Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala
. lnterfaith Council Meeting
. Menifee Chamber of Commerce Wake Up Breakfast
. Senior Health Fair and Expo
Councilmember Liesemeyer noted that he had joined the Menifee Police Department at one of their DUI Checkpoints and thanked the Police Department and the residents.
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. NONE
10, CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Sobek requested to pull ltem No. 10.7.
The balance of the consent calendar was approved by the following vote May 4,2022
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. Western Rrverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) Meeting . June 25 Annual lnstallation Dinner Steve Wozniak
Councilmember Sobek reported on the meetings and events she attended. . Western Riverside Regional Conservation Authority Earth Day Event . Southwest Riverside County Women's Elected Leaders Meeting o Menifee Better Together
o Menifee Chamber of Commerce Awards Gala
Mayor Zimmerman noted he planned to attend the League of Cities Riverside Division Conference Monday, May 9,2O22.
MOVER: Matthew Liesemeyer
SECONDER: Bob Karuin
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
l,lAYS: None
RECUSE: None
10.1 Waiver of Reading
ACTION
'1. Waived the reading in full of any and all Ordinances listed on this agenda and provide that they be read by title only.
10.2 Warrant Register
ACTION
Ratified and approved the Voucher List dated 0410812022, the Payroll Register/Other EFT's dated 313012022, 313112022, 41112022 and 41412022, and lhe Void Check Listing PE 313112022 which have a total budgetary impact of $2,466,615.55.
10.3 2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant
10.4 2021 State Homeland Security Program Grant
ACTION
Adopted Resolution No. 22-1'143, approving the City of Menifee participation in the Fiscal Year 2021 State Homeland Security Program; and
Accepted the Fiscal Yeat 2021 State Homeland Security Program Grant in the amount of $ 1 0,884 and authorized staff to administerthe funded program/project; and
Adopted Resolution No. 22-1144, authorizing an increase in revenue and appropriation of expenditures in the amount of $'10,884 to a pro.iect account as assigned by the Finance Department; and
Authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all necessary documents to implement the funded projecvprogram.
Second Reading and Adoption of the Menifee Police Department's Acquisition and Use of Military Equipment Ordinance
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ACTION
1. Adopted Resolution No. 22-1141 and approved the City of Menifee's participation in the fiscal year 2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant; and
2. Accepted the fiscal yeat 2021 Emergency Performance Grant in the amount of $22,273 and authorized staff to administer the funded program/project; and
3. Adopted Resolution No. 22-1142, authorizing an increase in revenue and appropriation of expenditures in the amount of $22,273 to a project account as assigned by the Finance Department; and
4. Authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to execute all necessary documents to implement the funded projecUprogram.
ACTION
1. Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-339, establishing rules for the Menifee Police Department's Acquisition and use of Military Equipment.
Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance to Levy Special Taxes Community Facilities District No.2017 1, Annexation No. '12 (Legado) ACTION
1. Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-340, amending Ordinance No. 17231 and levying special taxes to be collected during Fiscal Year 2022 23 to pay the annual costs of the maintenance and servicing of streetlights, parks, parkways, streets, roads, and open space, the operation and maintenance of storm drainage systems, a reserve fund for capital replacement, and administrative expenses with respect to City of Menifee Community Facilities District No. 2017 1 (Maintenance Services), Annexation No. 12, Legado for BLC Fleming, LLC.
10.7 Agreement Amendment for Holland Road Overpass
Councilmember Sobek requested a report from staff. Public Works Director Nick Fidler provided a presentation and reported on the background; location; proposed recycled water line alignment; and project schedule.
The City Council inquired about the project timeline, availability of reimbursement from the water district, recycled water availability on the east.
ACTION
1. Authorized the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 5 to the Professional Services Agreement with T.Y.Lin lnternational to conduct Professional Design Services for Holland Road Overpass, Capital lmprovement Project No. ClP13 03, in the amount not to exceed of $77,390.
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
l,lAYS: None
RECUSE: None
10.8 Eastern Municipal Water District Utility Reimbursement Agreements ACTION
Authorized the City Manager to execute a Utility Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Menifee and Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD), and any future amendments thereof, for reimbursement of cosls related to the water facilities for Peacock Community Resurfacing, Capital lmprovement Poect No. ClP21 17; and
Authorized the City Manager to execute a Utility Reimbursement Agreement between the City of Menifee and EMWD and any future amendments thereof, for reimbursement costs related to the water facilities for Tradewinds Community Resurfacing, Capital lmprovement Proiect No. ClP22 07.
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MOVER: Lesa Sobek
SECONDER: Dean Deines
10.9 Agreement Amendment for Bradley Road Bridge
ACTION
1. Approved and authorized the City Manager to execute amendment No. 6 to the Professional Services Agreement with NV5 for Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek, Capital lmprovement Project No. ClP13 04, in the not to exceed amount of $304,248 and extending the term of services through June 30,2026.
10.10 Acceptance ofthe Fiscal Year 2022 23 Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Funds
ACTION
'l . Accepted Fiscal Year 2022 23 California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant funds for the City of Menifee Complete Streets Plan; and
2. Adopted Resolution Nos.22-1 145 and 22-1146, appropriating $221,325 in revenue and expenditures forthe City of Menifee Complete Streets Plan from the Grant Fund (301) into accounts designated by the Finance Department and appropriating the local match of $28,675 into expenditures from the General Fund (100) into accounts designated by the Finance Department; and
3. Authorized the City Manager or their designee to execute all necessary agreements and other grant related documents required to receive the Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant funds for the approved Complete Streets Plan.
10.11 Construction Zone Enhanced Enforcement Program Agreement for Holland Road Overpass
ACTION
'1. Adopted Resolution No. 22-1147 , authorizing the City Manager to execute a Construction Zone Enhanced Enforcement Program (COZEEP) Agreement with the State of California, California Highway Patrol for the Holland Road Overpass Project, Capital lmprovement Poect No. ClP13 03 in the amount not to exceed of $45,264.
ACTION
1. Approved and authorized the City Manager to execute a no costjoint use agreement for public, educational and governmental (PEG) programming between the City of Menifee and Mt. San Jacinto Community College District through April 30, 2023.
11. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
11.1 Fiscal Year 2022 2027 Consolidated Plan, Analysis of lmpediments to Fair Housing and Draft Fiscal Yeat 2022 2023 Annual Action Plan Associated with the Community Development Block Grant Program
Senior Management Analyst Edna Lebron introduced the items and noted the staff memo provided to the City Council. Ms. Lebron provided a presentation and reported on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) overview, 2022 2027 Menifee consolidated plan; Annual Action Plan; funding breakdown; project location; and staff recommendation.
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10.12 Joint Use Agreement for PEG programming
Councilmember Karurin inquired about homelessness programs and fair housing.
Mayor Zimmerman opened the public hearing at 6:58 PM. Acting City Clerk Stephanie Roseen stated the public hearing was legally noticed and there had been no correspondence received.
Jamie McNees thanked the
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City Council for their consideration of funding for
Dawn Smith thanked the City Council and the Menifee Citizens Advisory Co m m ittee (M CAC ) on behalf of Menifee Valley Community Cupboard for their consideration of funding.
Mayor Zimmerman closed tre public fearirg at 7:02 PM
ACTION
1. Adopted Resolution No. 22-1148, approving and authorizing staff to submit the 2022 2027 Consolidated Plan, Analysis of lmpediments to Fair Housing Choice 2022 2027, and the draft Fiscal Year 2022 23 Annual Action Plan for the City's Community Development Block Grant Program; and
2. Authorized the City Manager, or his designee to execute the grant agreements prepared by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and related materials for the Community Development Block Grant; and
3. Authorized the appropriation of funds for City departments receiving funding to the appropriate accounts established by the Finance Department as identified in the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development Annual Action Plan 2022 2023.
MOVER: Bob Karwin
SECONDER: Matthew Liesemeyer
YES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
,12. DISCUSSION ITEMS
12.1 Strategic Visioning Plan Update
Senior Management Analyst Rebekah Kramer introduced the item, provided a presentation, and reported on the 2018-2023 strategic plan; the 2022 implementation plan update and status; and next steps.
Mayor Zimmerman inquired about timing for the next five-year plan and requested staff conduct public outreach.
ACTION
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Councilmember Sobek requested staff develop a long- term plan and commented on the importance. The City Council provided consensus
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MOVER: Lesa Sobek
SECONDER: Dean Deines
YES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
Menifee Police Captain Karrer introduced the item and provided an overview of the proposed agreement.
The City Council inquired about what schools would be serviced; purpose of indemnification; School Board approval; SRO time off schedule; vehicle usage; contract length; number of officers; and coordination with Riverside County sheriffs.
Councilmember Karwin requested amending the agreement to name the participating high schools and amend the language for the indemnification section.
MOVER: Matthew Liesemeyer
SECONDER: Lesa Sobek
YES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
12.3 Menifee Specialized Transit Project
Community Services Manager Mariana Mitchell introduced the project partners Lorelle Moe Luna, Multimodal Services Director, and Dennis Brooks, Vice President of AMMA Transit Planning.
Ms. Moe-Luna provided an overview of the Menifee specialized Transit Project Mr. Brooks provided a presentation and reported on the study process; existing services; about the respondents; about mobility; recommended solutions; mobility management; on demand trip subsidy program; senior center/shopping shuttle; and next steps.
The City Council inquired about implementation costs; program start up timeline; consideration of a senior; two-year evaluation; and City staff involvement.
ACTION
1. Directed staff to create a pilot program to bring back for City Council approval and provided consensus to move foMard with the Care-A-Van partnership option.
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Agreement with Perris Union High School District for Student Resource Officer (SRO) Services
ACTION
1. Approved and authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement with the Perris Union High School District for Student Resource Officer services as modified.
MOVER: Lesa Sobek
SECONDER: Dean Deines
AYES: Deines, Karyvin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
None.
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
None.
15. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilmember Sobek requested information regarding the creation of historical districts around the city and preserving rural areas. Councilmember Kariwn seconded the request.
Councilmember Sobek requested information regarding the South Korea "Ambassador of Peace" medal program. Mayor Pro Tem Deines seconded the request.
16. ADJOURN
Mayor Zimmerman adjoumed the meeting at 8:03 PM.
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Acting City Clerk
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