City Council Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Ricky Estrada, Mayor
Bob Karwin, District 1
Ben Diederich, District 2
Dan Temple, District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
AGENDA
Menifee City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
5:00 PM Closed Session
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Stephanie Roseen, City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION (5:00 PM)
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) – In Re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation,
MDL No. 2804, Case No. 1:17md2804 (MultiDistrict Litigation)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 City of Menifee v. City of Perris, Riverside County Superior Court Case No.
CVRI2203040
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) or (3): Three cases
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, INITIATION OF LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): Two cases
REGULAR MEETING (6:00 PM)
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. WORDS OF INSPIRATION
3.1. Dallin Larsen – First Counselor in the Paloma Valley Ward for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1. DMV Donate Life Month Proclamation
5.2. Citizen of the Month – Rose Rhodes
5.3. Community Services Monthly Update
6. AGENDA APPROVAL OR MODIFICATIONS
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NONAGENDA ITEMS)
This is the time for members of the public to address the Council about items which are NOT listed on the agenda. The Ralph M. Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to respon d to comments on nonagendized matters at the time such comments are made. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes on any single item.
8. COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
9.1 March 4, 2026 Minutes
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters on the Consent Calendar are to be approved in one motion unless a Councilmember requests a separate action on a specific item on the Consent Calendar. If an item is removed from the Consent Calendar, it will be discussed individually and acted upon separately. Unless otherwise directed by a member of the City Council, the vote on ordinance adoptions will reflect the prior action of each Councilmember when the ordinance was introduced. However, if a Councilmember is not present at the City Council meeting, their vote will be reflected as absent.
10.1 Waiver of Reading
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Waive 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
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Ratify and approve the Voucher Lists dated 2/13/2026, and 2/20/2026, the Payroll Register/Other EFTs dated 2/13/2026, and 2/18/2026, the City Credit Card payment summary for the period 1/1/2026 to 1/31/2026, which have a total budgetary impact of $4,697,239.07.
10.3 Treasurer's Report January 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Treasurer’s Report as of January 31, 2026.
10.4 Monthly Public Safety Reports
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Public Safety Reports for January 2026.
10.5 Proclamation
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Proclaim the last week of March as Government Finance Professionals Week.
10.6 2026 Legislative Platform Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and approve the 2026 Legislative Platform.
10.7 2025 Education Summit Review
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file a review of the 6th Annual Menifee Education Summit held October 23, 2025.
10.8 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept Year five of the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant from the California Department of Housing and Community Development in the amount of $165,325 for Menifee’s First Time Homebuyers Down Payment Assistance Program; and
2. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $165,325 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant.
10.9 Million Coaches Challenge Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Million Coaches Challenge Grant in the amount of $2,500 and inkind training through Positive Coaching Alliance; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with NRPA for the acceptance of terms and use for the grant and all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Million Coaches Challenge Grant; and
3. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $2,500 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures.
10.10 Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC for Event Programming at Central Park
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC to host community events and activities through June 30, 2029.
10.11 Bid Award and Agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP for Annual Financial Audit Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Award bid and authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP (RAMS) for annual financial audit services for an initial threeyear term in a total amount notto exceed $200,882 through March 31, 2029; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to two additional oneyear extensions in the aggregate amount nottoexceed $145,906.
10.12 Agreement with SHI International Corp. for Microsoft 365 Software Licenses RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Authorize the Finance Department to issue individual purchase orders to SHI International Corp. on an asneeded basis, in a total aggregate amount notto exceed $1,347,984.96, for the purchase of Microsoft 365 software licenses pursuant to the California Department of Technology Cooperative Agreement, through March 31, 2031; and
2. Approve and authorize this purchase utilizing California Department of Technology Contract No. SC 250198737 pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for this purchase.
10.13 Purchase Order with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for the Purchase of Sports Field Lighting for Hidden Hills Park and E.L. Pete Petersen Park RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the Hidden Hills Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123MSL in the amount of $148,118 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
2. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the E.L. Pete Petersen Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123 MSL in the amount of $165,953 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
3. Approve and authorize these purchases be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 041123MSL pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for these purchases.
10.14 Agreement Amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Department Fleet InCar Dash Cameras
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 increasing the Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Menifee Police Department fleet incar dash cameras by $170,968.41 for a total nottoexceed contract amount of $7,167,972.40through June 30, 2035.
10.15 Contract Change Order with Ames Construction for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order No. 3 with Ames Construction, Inc., to increase the compensation by $107,237.38, for a total contract amount nottoexceed $16,511,932.50, for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project No. 1304, located on Bradley Road just south of Rio Vista Drive.
10.16 Declaration of Exempt Surplus Land and Agreement with Eastern Municipal Water District for the Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions to support the Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution declaring a Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) as “exempt surplus land” pursuant to the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, §§ 54220 et seq.); and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions (Agreement) with Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) for the transfer of one Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) and $197,500 for redesign costs to EMWD in exchange for one EMWDowned parcel located at 27995 Ethanac Road (Assessor Parcel No. 331150027) to be transferred to the City to support the City’s Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment, Capital Improvement Program Project No. 2513, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute any additional documents required for the exchange of real properties contemplated in the Agreement, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
4. Adopt two budget amendment resolutions appropriating $100,000 in corresponding revenue within the Trust Fund 8350 and expenditures within the Capital Improvement Program Projects Fund 4320 to the Project account.
10.17 Agreement and Bonds for Parcel Map 38886 and Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the filing of Parcel Map 38886 for financing purposes for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC, located west of Briggs Road, north of Holland Road, south of Tres Lagos Drive, and east of Southshore Drive; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Parcel Map 38886; and
3. Authorize the City Clerk to record the Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions with Parcel Map 38886 with the Riverside County Clerk Recorder’s Office; and
4. Approve and authorize the filing of Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC; and
5. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Tract Map 312291.
10.18 Public Improvement Acceptance and 90% Release of Security for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, by Lennar Homes of California, Inc.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the public improvements for landscape for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, located at the northwest corner of La Piedra Road and Town Center Drive; and
2. Authorize the City Engineer to release 90% of the posted securities per the City’s standard policies.
11. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
11.1 First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance for Annexation No. 39, Haven, into Community Facility District 20171, Maintenance Services RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution calling an election to annex territory, including Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 38766, Haven, located on the northwest corner of Garbani Road and Evans Road, into Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 20171 Maintenance Services and to levy a special tax on that land; and
2. Adopt a resolution declaring the results of the special landowner election; and
3. Introduce an ordinance, amending Ordinance No. 2017231 and levying and apportioning the special tax in CFD 20171.
11.2 Confirmation of the Statement of Abatement Costs for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution repealing and replacing Resolution No. 261671, confirming the final statement of costs in the amount of $420,527.25 to abate the public nuisance for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex located at 27387, 27459, and 27483 Newport Road; and
2. Authorize the placement of a special assessment or lien on the real property in case of delinquency.
12. DISCUSSION ITEMS
12.1 Santa's Workshop Facility Use Request
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and discuss the local nonprofit organization, Santa’s Workshop, facility use request.
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
15. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
> Menifee Welcome Monuments (Diederich, March 5, 2025)
Target Date: Spring 2026
> Evaluation of a Menifee Charitable Organization (Estrada, April 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Feasibility of a Regional Sports Park (Diederich, May 7, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> QUIMBY Fee Amendment Options (Estrada, July 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Backyard Breeder Regulations (Karwin, January 21, 2026) Target Date: Summer 2026
16. ADJOURN
Decorum Policy Notes
The Council anticipates and encourages public participation at its Council meeting, both on agenda items and during the public comments period. Please turn your cell phones off, refrain from talking in the audience or outbursts that may be disruptive. We encourage participation and ask for a mutual respect for the proceedings.
Staff Reports
Materials related to an item on this agenda, including those submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet, are available for public inspection by contacting the City Clerk Department, at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours.
Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the City Clerk Department at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours. Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting.
Affidavit of the Posting
I, Stephanie Roseen, do hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that the March 18, 2026 City Council meeting agenda was posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in the following locations per Cal. Gov.
Code, § 54954.2, subd. (a)(1): Menifee City Hall, 29844 Haun Road, Kay Ceniceros Community Center, 29995 Evans Road, and the City of Menifee website.
Menifee Mayor and City Council
March 18, 2026
Page
1 of 8
City Council Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Ricky Estrada, Mayor
Bob Karwin, District 1
Ben Diederich, District 2
Dan Temple, District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
AGENDA
Menifee City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
5:00 PM Closed Session
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Stephanie Roseen, City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION (5:00 PM)
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) – In Re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation,
MDL No. 2804, Case No. 1:17md2804 (MultiDistrict Litigation)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 City of Menifee v. City of Perris, Riverside County Superior Court Case No.
CVRI2203040
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) or (3): Three cases
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, INITIATION OF LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): Two cases
REGULAR MEETING (6:00 PM)
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. WORDS OF INSPIRATION
3.1. Dallin Larsen – First Counselor in the Paloma Valley Ward for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1. DMV Donate Life Month Proclamation
5.2. Citizen of the Month – Rose Rhodes
5.3. Community Services Monthly Update
6. AGENDA APPROVAL OR MODIFICATIONS
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NONAGENDA ITEMS)
This is the time for members of the public to address the Council about items which are NOT listed on the agenda. The Ralph M. Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to respon d to comments on nonagendized matters at the time such comments are made. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes on any single item.
8. COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
9.1 March 4, 2026 Minutes
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters on the Consent Calendar are to be approved in one motion unless a Councilmember requests a separate action on a specific item on the Consent Calendar. If an item is removed from the Consent Calendar, it will be discussed individually and acted upon separately. Unless otherwise directed by a member of the City Council, the vote on ordinance adoptions will reflect the prior action of each Councilmember when the ordinance was introduced. However, if a Councilmember is not present at the City Council meeting, their vote will be reflected as absent.
10.1 Waiver of Reading
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Waive 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
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Ratify and approve the Voucher Lists dated 2/13/2026, and 2/20/2026, the Payroll Register/Other EFTs dated 2/13/2026, and 2/18/2026, the City Credit Card payment summary for the period 1/1/2026 to 1/31/2026, which have a total budgetary impact of $4,697,239.07.
10.3 Treasurer's Report January 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Treasurer’s Report as of January 31, 2026.
10.4 Monthly Public Safety Reports
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Public Safety Reports for January 2026.
10.5 Proclamation
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Proclaim the last week of March as Government Finance Professionals Week.
10.6 2026 Legislative Platform Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and approve the 2026 Legislative Platform.
10.7 2025 Education Summit Review
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file a review of the 6th Annual Menifee Education Summit held October 23, 2025.
10.8 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept Year five of the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant from the California Department of Housing and Community Development in the amount of $165,325 for Menifee’s First Time Homebuyers Down Payment Assistance Program; and
2. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $165,325 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant.
10.9 Million Coaches Challenge Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Million Coaches Challenge Grant in the amount of $2,500 and inkind training through Positive Coaching Alliance; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with NRPA for the acceptance of terms and use for the grant and all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Million Coaches Challenge Grant; and
3. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $2,500 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures.
10.10 Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC for Event Programming at Central Park
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC to host community events and activities through June 30, 2029.
10.11 Bid Award and Agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP for Annual Financial Audit Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Award bid and authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP (RAMS) for annual financial audit services for an initial threeyear term in a total amount notto exceed $200,882 through March 31, 2029; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to two additional oneyear extensions in the aggregate amount nottoexceed $145,906.
10.12 Agreement with SHI International Corp. for Microsoft 365 Software Licenses RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Authorize the Finance Department to issue individual purchase orders to SHI International Corp. on an asneeded basis, in a total aggregate amount notto exceed $1,347,984.96, for the purchase of Microsoft 365 software licenses pursuant to the California Department of Technology Cooperative Agreement, through March 31, 2031; and
2. Approve and authorize this purchase utilizing California Department of Technology Contract No. SC 250198737 pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for this purchase.
10.13 Purchase Order with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for the Purchase of Sports Field Lighting for Hidden Hills Park and E.L. Pete Petersen Park RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the Hidden Hills Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123MSL in the amount of $148,118 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
2. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the E.L. Pete Petersen Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123 MSL in the amount of $165,953 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
3. Approve and authorize these purchases be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 041123MSL pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for these purchases.
10.14 Agreement Amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Department Fleet InCar Dash Cameras
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 increasing the Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Menifee Police Department fleet incar dash cameras by $170,968.41 for a total nottoexceed contract amount of $7,167,972.40through June 30, 2035.
10.15 Contract Change Order with Ames Construction for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order No. 3 with Ames Construction, Inc., to increase the compensation by $107,237.38, for a total contract amount nottoexceed $16,511,932.50, for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project No. 1304, located on Bradley Road just south of Rio Vista Drive.
10.16 Declaration of Exempt Surplus Land and Agreement with Eastern Municipal Water District for the Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions to support the Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution declaring a Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) as “exempt surplus land” pursuant to the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, §§ 54220 et seq.); and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions (Agreement) with Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) for the transfer of one Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) and $197,500 for redesign costs to EMWD in exchange for one EMWDowned parcel located at 27995 Ethanac Road (Assessor Parcel No. 331150027) to be transferred to the City to support the City’s Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment, Capital Improvement Program Project No. 2513, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute any additional documents required for the exchange of real properties contemplated in the Agreement, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
4. Adopt two budget amendment resolutions appropriating $100,000 in corresponding revenue within the Trust Fund 8350 and expenditures within the Capital Improvement Program Projects Fund 4320 to the Project account.
10.17 Agreement and Bonds for Parcel Map 38886 and Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the filing of Parcel Map 38886 for financing purposes for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC, located west of Briggs Road, north of Holland Road, south of Tres Lagos Drive, and east of Southshore Drive; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Parcel Map 38886; and
3. Authorize the City Clerk to record the Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions with Parcel Map 38886 with the Riverside County Clerk Recorder’s Office; and
4. Approve and authorize the filing of Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC; and
5. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Tract Map 312291.
10.18 Public Improvement Acceptance and 90% Release of Security for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, by Lennar Homes of California, Inc.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the public improvements for landscape for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, located at the northwest corner of La Piedra Road and Town Center Drive; and
2. Authorize the City Engineer to release 90% of the posted securities per the City’s standard policies.
11. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
11.1 First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance for Annexation No. 39, Haven, into Community Facility District 20171, Maintenance Services RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution calling an election to annex territory, including Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 38766, Haven, located on the northwest corner of Garbani Road and Evans Road, into Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 20171 Maintenance Services and to levy a special tax on that land; and
2. Adopt a resolution declaring the results of the special landowner election; and
3. Introduce an ordinance, amending Ordinance No. 2017231 and levying and apportioning the special tax in CFD 20171.
11.2 Confirmation of the Statement of Abatement Costs for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution repealing and replacing Resolution No. 261671, confirming the final statement of costs in the amount of $420,527.25 to abate the public nuisance for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex located at 27387, 27459, and 27483 Newport Road; and
2. Authorize the placement of a special assessment or lien on the real property in case of delinquency.
12. DISCUSSION ITEMS
12.1 Santa's Workshop Facility Use Request
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and discuss the local nonprofit organization, Santa’s Workshop, facility use request.
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
15. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
> Menifee Welcome Monuments (Diederich, March 5, 2025)
Target Date: Spring 2026
> Evaluation of a Menifee Charitable Organization (Estrada, April 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Feasibility of a Regional Sports Park (Diederich, May 7, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> QUIMBY Fee Amendment Options (Estrada, July 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Backyard Breeder Regulations (Karwin, January 21, 2026) Target Date: Summer 2026
16. ADJOURN
Decorum Policy Notes
The Council anticipates and encourages public participation at its Council meeting, both on agenda items and during the public comments period. Please turn your cell phones off, refrain from talking in the audience or outbursts that may be disruptive. We encourage participation and ask for a mutual respect for the proceedings.
Staff Reports
Materials related to an item on this agenda, including those submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet, are available for public inspection by contacting the City Clerk Department, at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours.
Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the City Clerk Department at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours. Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting.
Affidavit of the Posting
I, Stephanie Roseen, do hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that the March 18, 2026 City Council meeting agenda was posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in the following locations per Cal. Gov.
Code, § 54954.2, subd. (a)(1): Menifee City Hall, 29844 Haun Road, Kay Ceniceros Community Center, 29995 Evans Road, and the City of Menifee website.
Menifee Mayor and City Council
March 18, 2026
Page
2 of 8
City Council Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Ricky Estrada, Mayor
Bob Karwin, District 1
Ben Diederich, District 2
Dan Temple, District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
AGENDA
Menifee City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
5:00 PM Closed Session
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Stephanie Roseen, City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION (5:00 PM)
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) – In Re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation,
MDL No. 2804, Case No. 1:17md2804 (MultiDistrict Litigation)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 City of Menifee v. City of Perris, Riverside County Superior Court Case No.
CVRI2203040
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) or (3): Three cases
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, INITIATION OF LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): Two cases
REGULAR MEETING (6:00 PM)
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. WORDS OF INSPIRATION
3.1. Dallin Larsen – First Counselor in the Paloma Valley Ward for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1. DMV Donate Life Month Proclamation
5.2. Citizen of the Month – Rose Rhodes
5.3. Community Services Monthly Update
6. AGENDA APPROVAL OR MODIFICATIONS
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NONAGENDA ITEMS)
This is the time for members of the public to address the Council about items which are NOT listed on the agenda. The Ralph M. Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to respon d to comments on nonagendized matters at the time such comments are made. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes on any single item.
8. COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
9.1 March 4, 2026 Minutes
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters on the Consent Calendar are to be approved in one motion unless a Councilmember requests a separate action on a specific item on the Consent Calendar. If an item is removed from the Consent Calendar, it will be discussed individually and acted upon separately. Unless otherwise directed by a member of the City Council, the vote on ordinance adoptions will reflect the prior action of each Councilmember when the ordinance was introduced. However, if a Councilmember is not present at the City Council meeting, their vote will be reflected as absent.
10.1 Waiver of Reading
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Waive 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
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Ratify and approve the Voucher Lists dated 2/13/2026, and 2/20/2026, the Payroll Register/Other EFTs dated 2/13/2026, and 2/18/2026, the City Credit Card payment summary for the period 1/1/2026 to 1/31/2026, which have a total budgetary impact of $4,697,239.07.
10.3 Treasurer's Report January 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Treasurer’s Report as of January 31, 2026.
10.4 Monthly Public Safety Reports
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Public Safety Reports for January 2026.
10.5 Proclamation
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Proclaim the last week of March as Government Finance Professionals Week.
10.6 2026 Legislative Platform Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and approve the 2026 Legislative Platform.
10.7 2025 Education Summit Review
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file a review of the 6th Annual Menifee Education Summit held October 23, 2025.
10.8 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept Year five of the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant from the California Department of Housing and Community Development in the amount of $165,325 for Menifee’s First Time Homebuyers Down Payment Assistance Program; and
2. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $165,325 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant.
10.9 Million Coaches Challenge Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Million Coaches Challenge Grant in the amount of $2,500 and inkind training through Positive Coaching Alliance; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with NRPA for the acceptance of terms and use for the grant and all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Million Coaches Challenge Grant; and
3. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $2,500 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures.
10.10 Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC for Event Programming at Central Park
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC to host community events and activities through June 30, 2029.
10.11 Bid Award and Agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP for Annual Financial Audit Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Award bid and authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP (RAMS) for annual financial audit services for an initial threeyear term in a total amount notto exceed $200,882 through March 31, 2029; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to two additional oneyear extensions in the aggregate amount nottoexceed $145,906.
10.12 Agreement with SHI International Corp. for Microsoft 365 Software Licenses RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Authorize the Finance Department to issue individual purchase orders to SHI International Corp. on an asneeded basis, in a total aggregate amount notto exceed $1,347,984.96, for the purchase of Microsoft 365 software licenses pursuant to the California Department of Technology Cooperative Agreement, through March 31, 2031; and
2. Approve and authorize this purchase utilizing California Department of Technology Contract No. SC 250198737 pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for this purchase.
10.13 Purchase Order with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for the Purchase of Sports Field Lighting for Hidden Hills Park and E.L. Pete Petersen Park RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the Hidden Hills Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123MSL in the amount of $148,118 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
2. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the E.L. Pete Petersen Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123 MSL in the amount of $165,953 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
3. Approve and authorize these purchases be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 041123MSL pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for these purchases.
10.14 Agreement Amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Department Fleet InCar Dash Cameras
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 increasing the Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Menifee Police Department fleet incar dash cameras by $170,968.41 for a total nottoexceed contract amount of $7,167,972.40through June 30, 2035.
10.15 Contract Change Order with Ames Construction for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order No. 3 with Ames Construction, Inc., to increase the compensation by $107,237.38, for a total contract amount nottoexceed $16,511,932.50, for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project No. 1304, located on Bradley Road just south of Rio Vista Drive.
10.16 Declaration of Exempt Surplus Land and Agreement with Eastern Municipal Water District for the Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions to support the Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution declaring a Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) as “exempt surplus land” pursuant to the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, §§ 54220 et seq.); and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions (Agreement) with Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) for the transfer of one Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) and $197,500 for redesign costs to EMWD in exchange for one EMWDowned parcel located at 27995 Ethanac Road (Assessor Parcel No. 331150027) to be transferred to the City to support the City’s Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment, Capital Improvement Program Project No. 2513, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute any additional documents required for the exchange of real properties contemplated in the Agreement, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
4. Adopt two budget amendment resolutions appropriating $100,000 in corresponding revenue within the Trust Fund 8350 and expenditures within the Capital Improvement Program Projects Fund 4320 to the Project account.
10.17 Agreement and Bonds for Parcel Map 38886 and Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the filing of Parcel Map 38886 for financing purposes for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC, located west of Briggs Road, north of Holland Road, south of Tres Lagos Drive, and east of Southshore Drive; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Parcel Map 38886; and
3. Authorize the City Clerk to record the Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions with Parcel Map 38886 with the Riverside County Clerk Recorder’s Office; and
4. Approve and authorize the filing of Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC; and
5. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Tract Map 312291.
10.18 Public Improvement Acceptance and 90% Release of Security for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, by Lennar Homes of California, Inc.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the public improvements for landscape for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, located at the northwest corner of La Piedra Road and Town Center Drive; and
2. Authorize the City Engineer to release 90% of the posted securities per the City’s standard policies.
11. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
11.1 First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance for Annexation No. 39, Haven, into Community Facility District 20171, Maintenance Services RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution calling an election to annex territory, including Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 38766, Haven, located on the northwest corner of Garbani Road and Evans Road, into Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 20171 Maintenance Services and to levy a special tax on that land; and
2. Adopt a resolution declaring the results of the special landowner election; and
3. Introduce an ordinance, amending Ordinance No. 2017231 and levying and apportioning the special tax in CFD 20171.
11.2 Confirmation of the Statement of Abatement Costs for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution repealing and replacing Resolution No. 261671, confirming the final statement of costs in the amount of $420,527.25 to abate the public nuisance for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex located at 27387, 27459, and 27483 Newport Road; and
2. Authorize the placement of a special assessment or lien on the real property in case of delinquency.
12. DISCUSSION ITEMS
12.1 Santa's Workshop Facility Use Request
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and discuss the local nonprofit organization, Santa’s Workshop, facility use request.
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
15. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
> Menifee Welcome Monuments (Diederich, March 5, 2025)
Target Date: Spring 2026
> Evaluation of a Menifee Charitable Organization (Estrada, April 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Feasibility of a Regional Sports Park (Diederich, May 7, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> QUIMBY Fee Amendment Options (Estrada, July 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Backyard Breeder Regulations (Karwin, January 21, 2026) Target Date: Summer 2026
16. ADJOURN
Decorum Policy Notes
The Council anticipates and encourages public participation at its Council meeting, both on agenda items and during the public comments period. Please turn your cell phones off, refrain from talking in the audience or outbursts that may be disruptive. We encourage participation and ask for a mutual respect for the proceedings.
Staff Reports
Materials related to an item on this agenda, including those submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet, are available for public inspection by contacting the City Clerk Department, at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours.
Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the City Clerk Department at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours. Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting.
Affidavit of the Posting
I, Stephanie Roseen, do hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that the March 18, 2026 City Council meeting agenda was posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in the following locations per Cal. Gov.
Code, § 54954.2, subd. (a)(1): Menifee City Hall, 29844 Haun Road, Kay Ceniceros Community Center, 29995 Evans Road, and the City of Menifee website.
Menifee Mayor and City Council
March 18, 2026
Page
3 of 8
City Council Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Ricky Estrada, Mayor
Bob Karwin, District 1
Ben Diederich, District 2
Dan Temple, District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
AGENDA
Menifee City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
5:00 PM Closed Session
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Stephanie Roseen, City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION (5:00 PM)
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) – In Re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation,
MDL No. 2804, Case No. 1:17md2804 (MultiDistrict Litigation)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 City of Menifee v. City of Perris, Riverside County Superior Court Case No.
CVRI2203040
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) or (3): Three cases
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, INITIATION OF LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): Two cases
REGULAR MEETING (6:00 PM)
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. WORDS OF INSPIRATION
3.1. Dallin Larsen – First Counselor in the Paloma Valley Ward for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1. DMV Donate Life Month Proclamation
5.2. Citizen of the Month – Rose Rhodes
5.3. Community Services Monthly Update
6. AGENDA APPROVAL OR MODIFICATIONS
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NONAGENDA ITEMS)
This is the time for members of the public to address the Council about items which are NOT listed on the agenda. The Ralph M. Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to respon d to comments on nonagendized matters at the time such comments are made. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes on any single item.
8. COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
9.1 March 4, 2026 Minutes
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters on the Consent Calendar are to be approved in one motion unless a Councilmember requests a separate action on a specific item on the Consent Calendar. If an item is removed from the Consent Calendar, it will be discussed individually and acted upon separately. Unless otherwise directed by a member of the City Council, the vote on ordinance adoptions will reflect the prior action of each Councilmember when the ordinance was introduced. However, if a Councilmember is not present at the City Council meeting, their vote will be reflected as absent.
10.1 Waiver of Reading
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Waive 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
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Ratify and approve the Voucher Lists dated 2/13/2026, and 2/20/2026, the Payroll Register/Other EFTs dated 2/13/2026, and 2/18/2026, the City Credit Card payment summary for the period 1/1/2026 to 1/31/2026, which have a total budgetary impact of $4,697,239.07.
10.3 Treasurer's Report January 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Treasurer’s Report as of January 31, 2026.
10.4 Monthly Public Safety Reports
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Public Safety Reports for January 2026.
10.5 Proclamation
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Proclaim the last week of March as Government Finance Professionals Week.
10.6 2026 Legislative Platform Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and approve the 2026 Legislative Platform.
10.7 2025 Education Summit Review
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file a review of the 6th Annual Menifee Education Summit held October 23, 2025.
10.8 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept Year five of the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant from the California Department of Housing and Community Development in the amount of $165,325 for Menifee’s First Time Homebuyers Down Payment Assistance Program; and
2. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $165,325 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant.
10.9 Million Coaches Challenge Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Million Coaches Challenge Grant in the amount of $2,500 and inkind training through Positive Coaching Alliance; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with NRPA for the acceptance of terms and use for the grant and all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Million Coaches Challenge Grant; and
3. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $2,500 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures.
10.10 Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC for Event Programming at Central Park
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC to host community events and activities through June 30, 2029.
10.11 Bid Award and Agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP for Annual Financial Audit Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Award bid and authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP (RAMS) for annual financial audit services for an initial threeyear term in a total amount notto exceed $200,882 through March 31, 2029; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to two additional oneyear extensions in the aggregate amount nottoexceed $145,906.
10.12 Agreement with SHI International Corp. for Microsoft 365 Software Licenses RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Authorize the Finance Department to issue individual purchase orders to SHI International Corp. on an asneeded basis, in a total aggregate amount notto exceed $1,347,984.96, for the purchase of Microsoft 365 software licenses pursuant to the California Department of Technology Cooperative Agreement, through March 31, 2031; and
2. Approve and authorize this purchase utilizing California Department of Technology Contract No. SC 250198737 pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for this purchase.
10.13 Purchase Order with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for the Purchase of Sports Field Lighting for Hidden Hills Park and E.L. Pete Petersen Park RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the Hidden Hills Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123MSL in the amount of $148,118 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
2. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the E.L. Pete Petersen Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123 MSL in the amount of $165,953 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
3. Approve and authorize these purchases be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 041123MSL pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for these purchases.
10.14 Agreement Amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Department Fleet InCar Dash Cameras
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 increasing the Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Menifee Police Department fleet incar dash cameras by $170,968.41 for a total nottoexceed contract amount of $7,167,972.40through June 30, 2035.
10.15 Contract Change Order with Ames Construction for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order No. 3 with Ames Construction, Inc., to increase the compensation by $107,237.38, for a total contract amount nottoexceed $16,511,932.50, for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project No. 1304, located on Bradley Road just south of Rio Vista Drive.
10.16 Declaration of Exempt Surplus Land and Agreement with Eastern Municipal Water District for the Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions to support the Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution declaring a Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) as “exempt surplus land” pursuant to the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, §§ 54220 et seq.); and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions (Agreement) with Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) for the transfer of one Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) and $197,500 for redesign costs to EMWD in exchange for one EMWDowned parcel located at 27995 Ethanac Road (Assessor Parcel No. 331150027) to be transferred to the City to support the City’s Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment, Capital Improvement Program Project No. 2513, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute any additional documents required for the exchange of real properties contemplated in the Agreement, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
4. Adopt two budget amendment resolutions appropriating $100,000 in corresponding revenue within the Trust Fund 8350 and expenditures within the Capital Improvement Program Projects Fund 4320 to the Project account.
10.17 Agreement and Bonds for Parcel Map 38886 and Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the filing of Parcel Map 38886 for financing purposes for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC, located west of Briggs Road, north of Holland Road, south of Tres Lagos Drive, and east of Southshore Drive; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Parcel Map 38886; and
3. Authorize the City Clerk to record the Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions with Parcel Map 38886 with the Riverside County Clerk Recorder’s Office; and
4. Approve and authorize the filing of Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC; and
5. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Tract Map 312291.
10.18 Public Improvement Acceptance and 90% Release of Security for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, by Lennar Homes of California, Inc.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the public improvements for landscape for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, located at the northwest corner of La Piedra Road and Town Center Drive; and
2. Authorize the City Engineer to release 90% of the posted securities per the City’s standard policies.
11. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
11.1 First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance for Annexation No. 39, Haven, into Community Facility District 20171, Maintenance Services RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution calling an election to annex territory, including Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 38766, Haven, located on the northwest corner of Garbani Road and Evans Road, into Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 20171 Maintenance Services and to levy a special tax on that land; and
2. Adopt a resolution declaring the results of the special landowner election; and
3. Introduce an ordinance, amending Ordinance No. 2017231 and levying and apportioning the special tax in CFD 20171.
11.2 Confirmation of the Statement of Abatement Costs for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution repealing and replacing Resolution No. 261671, confirming the final statement of costs in the amount of $420,527.25 to abate the public nuisance for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex located at 27387, 27459, and 27483 Newport Road; and
2. Authorize the placement of a special assessment or lien on the real property in case of delinquency.
12. DISCUSSION ITEMS
12.1 Santa's Workshop Facility Use Request
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and discuss the local nonprofit organization, Santa’s Workshop, facility use request.
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
15. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
> Menifee Welcome Monuments (Diederich, March 5, 2025)
Target Date: Spring 2026
> Evaluation of a Menifee Charitable Organization (Estrada, April 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Feasibility of a Regional Sports Park (Diederich, May 7, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> QUIMBY Fee Amendment Options (Estrada, July 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Backyard Breeder Regulations (Karwin, January 21, 2026) Target Date: Summer 2026
16. ADJOURN
Decorum Policy Notes
The Council anticipates and encourages public participation at its Council meeting, both on agenda items and during the public comments period. Please turn your cell phones off, refrain from talking in the audience or outbursts that may be disruptive. We encourage participation and ask for a mutual respect for the proceedings.
Staff Reports
Materials related to an item on this agenda, including those submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet, are available for public inspection by contacting the City Clerk Department, at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours.
Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the City Clerk Department at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours. Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting.
Affidavit of the Posting
I, Stephanie Roseen, do hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that the March 18, 2026 City Council meeting agenda was posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in the following locations per Cal. Gov.
Code, § 54954.2, subd. (a)(1): Menifee City Hall, 29844 Haun Road, Kay Ceniceros Community Center, 29995 Evans Road, and the City of Menifee website.
Menifee Mayor and City Council
March 18, 2026
Page
4 of 8
City Council Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Ricky Estrada, Mayor
Bob Karwin, District 1
Ben Diederich, District 2
Dan Temple, District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
AGENDA
Menifee City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
5:00 PM Closed Session
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Stephanie Roseen, City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION (5:00 PM)
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) – In Re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation,
MDL No. 2804, Case No. 1:17md2804 (MultiDistrict Litigation)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 City of Menifee v. City of Perris, Riverside County Superior Court Case No.
CVRI2203040
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) or (3): Three cases
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, INITIATION OF LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): Two cases
REGULAR MEETING (6:00 PM)
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. WORDS OF INSPIRATION
3.1. Dallin Larsen – First Counselor in the Paloma Valley Ward for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1. DMV Donate Life Month Proclamation
5.2. Citizen of the Month – Rose Rhodes
5.3. Community Services Monthly Update
6. AGENDA APPROVAL OR MODIFICATIONS
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NONAGENDA ITEMS)
This is the time for members of the public to address the Council about items which are NOT listed on the agenda. The Ralph M. Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to respon d to comments on nonagendized matters at the time such comments are made. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes on any single item.
8. COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
9.1 March 4, 2026 Minutes
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters on the Consent Calendar are to be approved in one motion unless a Councilmember requests a separate action on a specific item on the Consent Calendar. If an item is removed from the Consent Calendar, it will be discussed individually and acted upon separately. Unless otherwise directed by a member of the City Council, the vote on ordinance adoptions will reflect the prior action of each Councilmember when the ordinance was introduced. However, if a Councilmember is not present at the City Council meeting, their vote will be reflected as absent.
10.1 Waiver of Reading
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Waive 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
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Ratify and approve the Voucher Lists dated 2/13/2026, and 2/20/2026, the Payroll Register/Other EFTs dated 2/13/2026, and 2/18/2026, the City Credit Card payment summary for the period 1/1/2026 to 1/31/2026, which have a total budgetary impact of $4,697,239.07.
10.3 Treasurer's Report January 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Treasurer’s Report as of January 31, 2026.
10.4 Monthly Public Safety Reports
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Public Safety Reports for January 2026.
10.5 Proclamation
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Proclaim the last week of March as Government Finance Professionals Week.
10.6 2026 Legislative Platform Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and approve the 2026 Legislative Platform.
10.7 2025 Education Summit Review
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file a review of the 6th Annual Menifee Education Summit held October 23, 2025.
10.8 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept Year five of the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant from the California Department of Housing and Community Development in the amount of $165,325 for Menifee’s First Time Homebuyers Down Payment Assistance Program; and
2. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $165,325 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant.
10.9 Million Coaches Challenge Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Million Coaches Challenge Grant in the amount of $2,500 and inkind training through Positive Coaching Alliance; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with NRPA for the acceptance of terms and use for the grant and all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Million Coaches Challenge Grant; and
3. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $2,500 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures.
10.10 Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC for Event Programming at Central Park
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC to host community events and activities through June 30, 2029.
10.11 Bid Award and Agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP for Annual Financial Audit Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Award bid and authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP (RAMS) for annual financial audit services for an initial threeyear term in a total amount notto exceed $200,882 through March 31, 2029; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to two additional oneyear extensions in the aggregate amount nottoexceed $145,906.
10.12 Agreement with SHI International Corp. for Microsoft 365 Software Licenses RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Authorize the Finance Department to issue individual purchase orders to SHI International Corp. on an asneeded basis, in a total aggregate amount notto exceed $1,347,984.96, for the purchase of Microsoft 365 software licenses pursuant to the California Department of Technology Cooperative Agreement, through March 31, 2031; and
2. Approve and authorize this purchase utilizing California Department of Technology Contract No. SC 250198737 pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for this purchase.
10.13 Purchase Order with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for the Purchase of Sports Field Lighting for Hidden Hills Park and E.L. Pete Petersen Park RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the Hidden Hills Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123MSL in the amount of $148,118 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
2. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the E.L. Pete Petersen Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123 MSL in the amount of $165,953 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
3. Approve and authorize these purchases be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 041123MSL pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for these purchases.
10.14 Agreement Amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Department Fleet InCar Dash Cameras
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 increasing the Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Menifee Police Department fleet incar dash cameras by $170,968.41 for a total nottoexceed contract amount of $7,167,972.40through June 30, 2035.
10.15 Contract Change Order with Ames Construction for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order No. 3 with Ames Construction, Inc., to increase the compensation by $107,237.38, for a total contract amount nottoexceed $16,511,932.50, for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project No. 1304, located on Bradley Road just south of Rio Vista Drive.
10.16 Declaration of Exempt Surplus Land and Agreement with Eastern Municipal Water District for the Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions to support the Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution declaring a Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) as “exempt surplus land” pursuant to the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, §§ 54220 et seq.); and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions (Agreement) with Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) for the transfer of one Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) and $197,500 for redesign costs to EMWD in exchange for one EMWDowned parcel located at 27995 Ethanac Road (Assessor Parcel No. 331150027) to be transferred to the City to support the City’s Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment, Capital Improvement Program Project No. 2513, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute any additional documents required for the exchange of real properties contemplated in the Agreement, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
4. Adopt two budget amendment resolutions appropriating $100,000 in corresponding revenue within the Trust Fund 8350 and expenditures within the Capital Improvement Program Projects Fund 4320 to the Project account.
10.17 Agreement and Bonds for Parcel Map 38886 and Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the filing of Parcel Map 38886 for financing purposes for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC, located west of Briggs Road, north of Holland Road, south of Tres Lagos Drive, and east of Southshore Drive; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Parcel Map 38886; and
3. Authorize the City Clerk to record the Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions with Parcel Map 38886 with the Riverside County Clerk Recorder’s Office; and
4. Approve and authorize the filing of Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC; and
5. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Tract Map 312291.
10.18 Public Improvement Acceptance and 90% Release of Security for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, by Lennar Homes of California, Inc.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the public improvements for landscape for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, located at the northwest corner of La Piedra Road and Town Center Drive; and
2. Authorize the City Engineer to release 90% of the posted securities per the City’s standard policies.
11. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
11.1 First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance for Annexation No. 39, Haven, into Community Facility District 20171, Maintenance Services RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution calling an election to annex territory, including Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 38766, Haven, located on the northwest corner of Garbani Road and Evans Road, into Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 20171 Maintenance Services and to levy a special tax on that land; and
2. Adopt a resolution declaring the results of the special landowner election; and
3. Introduce an ordinance, amending Ordinance No. 2017231 and levying and apportioning the special tax in CFD 20171.
11.2 Confirmation of the Statement of Abatement Costs for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution repealing and replacing Resolution No. 261671, confirming the final statement of costs in the amount of $420,527.25 to abate the public nuisance for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex located at 27387, 27459, and 27483 Newport Road; and
2. Authorize the placement of a special assessment or lien on the real property in case of delinquency.
12. DISCUSSION ITEMS
12.1 Santa's Workshop Facility Use Request
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and discuss the local nonprofit organization, Santa’s Workshop, facility use request.
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
15. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
> Menifee Welcome Monuments (Diederich, March 5, 2025)
Target Date: Spring 2026
> Evaluation of a Menifee Charitable Organization (Estrada, April 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Feasibility of a Regional Sports Park (Diederich, May 7, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> QUIMBY Fee Amendment Options (Estrada, July 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Backyard Breeder Regulations (Karwin, January 21, 2026) Target Date: Summer 2026
16. ADJOURN
Decorum Policy Notes
The Council anticipates and encourages public participation at its Council meeting, both on agenda items and during the public comments period. Please turn your cell phones off, refrain from talking in the audience or outbursts that may be disruptive. We encourage participation and ask for a mutual respect for the proceedings.
Staff Reports
Materials related to an item on this agenda, including those submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet, are available for public inspection by contacting the City Clerk Department, at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours.
Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the City Clerk Department at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours. Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting.
Affidavit of the Posting
I, Stephanie Roseen, do hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that the March 18, 2026 City Council meeting agenda was posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in the following locations per Cal. Gov.
Code, § 54954.2, subd. (a)(1): Menifee City Hall, 29844 Haun Road, Kay Ceniceros Community Center, 29995 Evans Road, and the City of Menifee website.
Menifee Mayor and City Council
March 18, 2026
Page
5 of 8
City Council Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Ricky Estrada, Mayor
Bob Karwin, District 1
Ben Diederich, District 2
Dan Temple, District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
AGENDA
Menifee City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
5:00 PM Closed Session
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Stephanie Roseen, City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION (5:00 PM)
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) – In Re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation,
MDL No. 2804, Case No. 1:17md2804 (MultiDistrict Litigation)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 City of Menifee v. City of Perris, Riverside County Superior Court Case No.
CVRI2203040
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) or (3): Three cases
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, INITIATION OF LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): Two cases
REGULAR MEETING (6:00 PM)
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. WORDS OF INSPIRATION
3.1. Dallin Larsen – First Counselor in the Paloma Valley Ward for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1. DMV Donate Life Month Proclamation
5.2. Citizen of the Month – Rose Rhodes
5.3. Community Services Monthly Update
6. AGENDA APPROVAL OR MODIFICATIONS
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NONAGENDA ITEMS)
This is the time for members of the public to address the Council about items which are NOT listed on the agenda. The Ralph M. Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to respon d to comments on nonagendized matters at the time such comments are made. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes on any single item.
8. COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
9.1 March 4, 2026 Minutes
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters on the Consent Calendar are to be approved in one motion unless a Councilmember requests a separate action on a specific item on the Consent Calendar. If an item is removed from the Consent Calendar, it will be discussed individually and acted upon separately. Unless otherwise directed by a member of the City Council, the vote on ordinance adoptions will reflect the prior action of each Councilmember when the ordinance was introduced. However, if a Councilmember is not present at the City Council meeting, their vote will be reflected as absent.
10.1 Waiver of Reading
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Waive 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
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Ratify and approve the Voucher Lists dated 2/13/2026, and 2/20/2026, the Payroll Register/Other EFTs dated 2/13/2026, and 2/18/2026, the City Credit Card payment summary for the period 1/1/2026 to 1/31/2026, which have a total budgetary impact of $4,697,239.07.
10.3 Treasurer's Report January 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Treasurer’s Report as of January 31, 2026.
10.4 Monthly Public Safety Reports
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Public Safety Reports for January 2026.
10.5 Proclamation
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Proclaim the last week of March as Government Finance Professionals Week.
10.6 2026 Legislative Platform Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and approve the 2026 Legislative Platform.
10.7 2025 Education Summit Review
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file a review of the 6th Annual Menifee Education Summit held October 23, 2025.
10.8 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept Year five of the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant from the California Department of Housing and Community Development in the amount of $165,325 for Menifee’s First Time Homebuyers Down Payment Assistance Program; and
2. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $165,325 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant.
10.9 Million Coaches Challenge Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Million Coaches Challenge Grant in the amount of $2,500 and inkind training through Positive Coaching Alliance; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with NRPA for the acceptance of terms and use for the grant and all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Million Coaches Challenge Grant; and
3. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $2,500 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures.
10.10 Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC for Event Programming at Central Park
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC to host community events and activities through June 30, 2029.
10.11 Bid Award and Agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP for Annual Financial Audit Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Award bid and authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP (RAMS) for annual financial audit services for an initial threeyear term in a total amount notto exceed $200,882 through March 31, 2029; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to two additional oneyear extensions in the aggregate amount nottoexceed $145,906.
10.12 Agreement with SHI International Corp. for Microsoft 365 Software Licenses RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Authorize the Finance Department to issue individual purchase orders to SHI International Corp. on an asneeded basis, in a total aggregate amount notto exceed $1,347,984.96, for the purchase of Microsoft 365 software licenses pursuant to the California Department of Technology Cooperative Agreement, through March 31, 2031; and
2. Approve and authorize this purchase utilizing California Department of Technology Contract No. SC 250198737 pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for this purchase.
10.13 Purchase Order with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for the Purchase of Sports Field Lighting for Hidden Hills Park and E.L. Pete Petersen Park RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the Hidden Hills Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123MSL in the amount of $148,118 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
2. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the E.L. Pete Petersen Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123 MSL in the amount of $165,953 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
3. Approve and authorize these purchases be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 041123MSL pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for these purchases.
10.14 Agreement Amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Department Fleet InCar Dash Cameras
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 increasing the Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Menifee Police Department fleet incar dash cameras by $170,968.41 for a total nottoexceed contract amount of $7,167,972.40through June 30, 2035.
10.15 Contract Change Order with Ames Construction for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order No. 3 with Ames Construction, Inc., to increase the compensation by $107,237.38, for a total contract amount nottoexceed $16,511,932.50, for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project No. 1304, located on Bradley Road just south of Rio Vista Drive.
10.16 Declaration of Exempt Surplus Land and Agreement with Eastern Municipal Water District for the Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions to support the Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution declaring a Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) as “exempt surplus land” pursuant to the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, §§ 54220 et seq.); and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions (Agreement) with Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) for the transfer of one Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) and $197,500 for redesign costs to EMWD in exchange for one EMWDowned parcel located at 27995 Ethanac Road (Assessor Parcel No. 331150027) to be transferred to the City to support the City’s Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment, Capital Improvement Program Project No. 2513, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute any additional documents required for the exchange of real properties contemplated in the Agreement, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
4. Adopt two budget amendment resolutions appropriating $100,000 in corresponding revenue within the Trust Fund 8350 and expenditures within the Capital Improvement Program Projects Fund 4320 to the Project account.
10.17 Agreement and Bonds for Parcel Map 38886 and Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the filing of Parcel Map 38886 for financing purposes for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC, located west of Briggs Road, north of Holland Road, south of Tres Lagos Drive, and east of Southshore Drive; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Parcel Map 38886; and
3. Authorize the City Clerk to record the Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions with Parcel Map 38886 with the Riverside County Clerk Recorder’s Office; and
4. Approve and authorize the filing of Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC; and
5. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Tract Map 312291.
10.18 Public Improvement Acceptance and 90% Release of Security for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, by Lennar Homes of California, Inc.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the public improvements for landscape for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, located at the northwest corner of La Piedra Road and Town Center Drive; and
2. Authorize the City Engineer to release 90% of the posted securities per the City’s standard policies.
11. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
11.1 First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance for Annexation No. 39, Haven, into Community Facility District 20171, Maintenance Services RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution calling an election to annex territory, including Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 38766, Haven, located on the northwest corner of Garbani Road and Evans Road, into Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 20171 Maintenance Services and to levy a special tax on that land; and
2. Adopt a resolution declaring the results of the special landowner election; and
3. Introduce an ordinance, amending Ordinance No. 2017231 and levying and apportioning the special tax in CFD 20171.
11.2 Confirmation of the Statement of Abatement Costs for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution repealing and replacing Resolution No. 261671, confirming the final statement of costs in the amount of $420,527.25 to abate the public nuisance for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex located at 27387, 27459, and 27483 Newport Road; and
2. Authorize the placement of a special assessment or lien on the real property in case of delinquency.
12. DISCUSSION ITEMS
12.1 Santa's Workshop Facility Use Request
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and discuss the local nonprofit organization, Santa’s Workshop, facility use request.
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
15. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
> Menifee Welcome Monuments (Diederich, March 5, 2025)
Target Date: Spring 2026
> Evaluation of a Menifee Charitable Organization (Estrada, April 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Feasibility of a Regional Sports Park (Diederich, May 7, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> QUIMBY Fee Amendment Options (Estrada, July 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Backyard Breeder Regulations (Karwin, January 21, 2026) Target Date: Summer 2026
16. ADJOURN
Decorum Policy Notes
The Council anticipates and encourages public participation at its Council meeting, both on agenda items and during the public comments period. Please turn your cell phones off, refrain from talking in the audience or outbursts that may be disruptive. We encourage participation and ask for a mutual respect for the proceedings.
Staff Reports
Materials related to an item on this agenda, including those submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet, are available for public inspection by contacting the City Clerk Department, at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours.
Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the City Clerk Department at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours. Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting.
Affidavit of the Posting
I, Stephanie Roseen, do hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that the March 18, 2026 City Council meeting agenda was posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in the following locations per Cal. Gov.
Code, § 54954.2, subd. (a)(1): Menifee City Hall, 29844 Haun Road, Kay Ceniceros Community Center, 29995 Evans Road, and the City of Menifee website.
Menifee Mayor and City Council
March 18, 2026
Page
6 of 8
City Council Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Ricky Estrada, Mayor
Bob Karwin, District 1
Ben Diederich, District 2
Dan Temple, District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
AGENDA
Menifee City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
5:00 PM Closed Session
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Stephanie Roseen, City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION (5:00 PM)
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) – In Re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation,
MDL No. 2804, Case No. 1:17md2804 (MultiDistrict Litigation)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 City of Menifee v. City of Perris, Riverside County Superior Court Case No.
CVRI2203040
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) or (3): Three cases
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, INITIATION OF LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): Two cases
REGULAR MEETING (6:00 PM)
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. WORDS OF INSPIRATION
3.1. Dallin Larsen – First Counselor in the Paloma Valley Ward for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1. DMV Donate Life Month Proclamation
5.2. Citizen of the Month – Rose Rhodes
5.3. Community Services Monthly Update
6. AGENDA APPROVAL OR MODIFICATIONS
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NONAGENDA ITEMS)
This is the time for members of the public to address the Council about items which are NOT listed on the agenda. The Ralph M. Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to respon d to comments on nonagendized matters at the time such comments are made. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes on any single item.
8. COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
9.1 March 4, 2026 Minutes
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters on the Consent Calendar are to be approved in one motion unless a Councilmember requests a separate action on a specific item on the Consent Calendar. If an item is removed from the Consent Calendar, it will be discussed individually and acted upon separately. Unless otherwise directed by a member of the City Council, the vote on ordinance adoptions will reflect the prior action of each Councilmember when the ordinance was introduced. However, if a Councilmember is not present at the City Council meeting, their vote will be reflected as absent.
10.1 Waiver of Reading
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Waive 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
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Ratify and approve the Voucher Lists dated 2/13/2026, and 2/20/2026, the Payroll Register/Other EFTs dated 2/13/2026, and 2/18/2026, the City Credit Card payment summary for the period 1/1/2026 to 1/31/2026, which have a total budgetary impact of $4,697,239.07.
10.3 Treasurer's Report January 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Treasurer’s Report as of January 31, 2026.
10.4 Monthly Public Safety Reports
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Public Safety Reports for January 2026.
10.5 Proclamation
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Proclaim the last week of March as Government Finance Professionals Week.
10.6 2026 Legislative Platform Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and approve the 2026 Legislative Platform.
10.7 2025 Education Summit Review
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file a review of the 6th Annual Menifee Education Summit held October 23, 2025.
10.8 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept Year five of the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant from the California Department of Housing and Community Development in the amount of $165,325 for Menifee’s First Time Homebuyers Down Payment Assistance Program; and
2. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $165,325 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant.
10.9 Million Coaches Challenge Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Million Coaches Challenge Grant in the amount of $2,500 and inkind training through Positive Coaching Alliance; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with NRPA for the acceptance of terms and use for the grant and all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Million Coaches Challenge Grant; and
3. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $2,500 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures.
10.10 Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC for Event Programming at Central Park
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC to host community events and activities through June 30, 2029.
10.11 Bid Award and Agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP for Annual Financial Audit Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Award bid and authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP (RAMS) for annual financial audit services for an initial threeyear term in a total amount notto exceed $200,882 through March 31, 2029; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to two additional oneyear extensions in the aggregate amount nottoexceed $145,906.
10.12 Agreement with SHI International Corp. for Microsoft 365 Software Licenses RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Authorize the Finance Department to issue individual purchase orders to SHI International Corp. on an asneeded basis, in a total aggregate amount notto exceed $1,347,984.96, for the purchase of Microsoft 365 software licenses pursuant to the California Department of Technology Cooperative Agreement, through March 31, 2031; and
2. Approve and authorize this purchase utilizing California Department of Technology Contract No. SC 250198737 pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for this purchase.
10.13 Purchase Order with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for the Purchase of Sports Field Lighting for Hidden Hills Park and E.L. Pete Petersen Park RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the Hidden Hills Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123MSL in the amount of $148,118 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
2. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the E.L. Pete Petersen Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123 MSL in the amount of $165,953 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
3. Approve and authorize these purchases be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 041123MSL pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for these purchases.
10.14 Agreement Amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Department Fleet InCar Dash Cameras
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 increasing the Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Menifee Police Department fleet incar dash cameras by $170,968.41 for a total nottoexceed contract amount of $7,167,972.40through June 30, 2035.
10.15 Contract Change Order with Ames Construction for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order No. 3 with Ames Construction, Inc., to increase the compensation by $107,237.38, for a total contract amount nottoexceed $16,511,932.50, for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project No. 1304, located on Bradley Road just south of Rio Vista Drive.
10.16 Declaration of Exempt Surplus Land and Agreement with Eastern Municipal Water District for the Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions to support the Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution declaring a Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) as “exempt surplus land” pursuant to the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, §§ 54220 et seq.); and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions (Agreement) with Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) for the transfer of one Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) and $197,500 for redesign costs to EMWD in exchange for one EMWDowned parcel located at 27995 Ethanac Road (Assessor Parcel No. 331150027) to be transferred to the City to support the City’s Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment, Capital Improvement Program Project No. 2513, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute any additional documents required for the exchange of real properties contemplated in the Agreement, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
4. Adopt two budget amendment resolutions appropriating $100,000 in corresponding revenue within the Trust Fund 8350 and expenditures within the Capital Improvement Program Projects Fund 4320 to the Project account.
10.17 Agreement and Bonds for Parcel Map 38886 and Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the filing of Parcel Map 38886 for financing purposes for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC, located west of Briggs Road, north of Holland Road, south of Tres Lagos Drive, and east of Southshore Drive; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Parcel Map 38886; and
3. Authorize the City Clerk to record the Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions with Parcel Map 38886 with the Riverside County Clerk Recorder’s Office; and
4. Approve and authorize the filing of Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC; and
5. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Tract Map 312291.
10.18 Public Improvement Acceptance and 90% Release of Security for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, by Lennar Homes of California, Inc.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the public improvements for landscape for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, located at the northwest corner of La Piedra Road and Town Center Drive; and
2. Authorize the City Engineer to release 90% of the posted securities per the City’s standard policies.
11. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
11.1 First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance for Annexation No. 39, Haven, into Community Facility District 20171, Maintenance Services RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution calling an election to annex territory, including Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 38766, Haven, located on the northwest corner of Garbani Road and Evans Road, into Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 20171 Maintenance Services and to levy a special tax on that land; and
2. Adopt a resolution declaring the results of the special landowner election; and
3. Introduce an ordinance, amending Ordinance No. 2017231 and levying and apportioning the special tax in CFD 20171.
11.2 Confirmation of the Statement of Abatement Costs for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution repealing and replacing Resolution No. 261671, confirming the final statement of costs in the amount of $420,527.25 to abate the public nuisance for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex located at 27387, 27459, and 27483 Newport Road; and
2. Authorize the placement of a special assessment or lien on the real property in case of delinquency.
12. DISCUSSION ITEMS
12.1 Santa's Workshop Facility Use Request
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and discuss the local nonprofit organization, Santa’s Workshop, facility use request.
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
15. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
> Menifee Welcome Monuments (Diederich, March 5, 2025)
Target Date: Spring 2026
> Evaluation of a Menifee Charitable Organization (Estrada, April 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Feasibility of a Regional Sports Park (Diederich, May 7, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> QUIMBY Fee Amendment Options (Estrada, July 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Backyard Breeder Regulations (Karwin, January 21, 2026) Target Date: Summer 2026
16. ADJOURN
Decorum Policy Notes
The Council anticipates and encourages public participation at its Council meeting, both on agenda items and during the public comments period. Please turn your cell phones off, refrain from talking in the audience or outbursts that may be disruptive. We encourage participation and ask for a mutual respect for the proceedings.
Staff Reports
Materials related to an item on this agenda, including those submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet, are available for public inspection by contacting the City Clerk Department, at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours.
Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the City Clerk Department at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours. Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting.
Affidavit of the Posting
I, Stephanie Roseen, do hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that the March 18, 2026 City Council meeting agenda was posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in the following locations per Cal. Gov.
Code, § 54954.2, subd. (a)(1): Menifee City Hall, 29844 Haun Road, Kay Ceniceros Community Center, 29995 Evans Road, and the City of Menifee website.
Menifee Mayor and City Council
March 18, 2026
Page
7 of 8
City Council Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Ricky Estrada, Mayor
Bob Karwin, District 1
Ben Diederich, District 2
Dan Temple, District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
AGENDA
Menifee City Council
Regular Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
5:00 PM Closed Session
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Stephanie Roseen, City Clerk
CLOSED SESSION (5:00 PM)
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) – In Re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation,
MDL No. 2804, Case No. 1:17md2804 (MultiDistrict Litigation)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9 City of Menifee v. City of Perris, Riverside County Superior Court Case No.
CVRI2203040
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) or (3): Three cases
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, INITIATION OF LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): Two cases
REGULAR MEETING (6:00 PM)
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. WORDS OF INSPIRATION
3.1. Dallin Larsen – First Counselor in the Paloma Valley Ward for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1. DMV Donate Life Month Proclamation
5.2. Citizen of the Month – Rose Rhodes
5.3. Community Services Monthly Update
6. AGENDA APPROVAL OR MODIFICATIONS
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NONAGENDA ITEMS)
This is the time for members of the public to address the Council about items which are NOT listed on the agenda. The Ralph M. Brown Act limits the Council’s ability to respon d to comments on nonagendized matters at the time such comments are made. Each speaker will be limited to three minutes on any single item.
8. COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
9.1 March 4, 2026 Minutes
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters on the Consent Calendar are to be approved in one motion unless a Councilmember requests a separate action on a specific item on the Consent Calendar. If an item is removed from the Consent Calendar, it will be discussed individually and acted upon separately. Unless otherwise directed by a member of the City Council, the vote on ordinance adoptions will reflect the prior action of each Councilmember when the ordinance was introduced. However, if a Councilmember is not present at the City Council meeting, their vote will be reflected as absent.
10.1 Waiver of Reading
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Waive 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
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Ratify and approve the Voucher Lists dated 2/13/2026, and 2/20/2026, the Payroll Register/Other EFTs dated 2/13/2026, and 2/18/2026, the City Credit Card payment summary for the period 1/1/2026 to 1/31/2026, which have a total budgetary impact of $4,697,239.07.
10.3 Treasurer's Report January 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Treasurer’s Report as of January 31, 2026.
10.4 Monthly Public Safety Reports
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file the Public Safety Reports for January 2026.
10.5 Proclamation
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Proclaim the last week of March as Government Finance Professionals Week.
10.6 2026 Legislative Platform Update
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and approve the 2026 Legislative Platform.
10.7 2025 Education Summit Review
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Receive and file a review of the 6th Annual Menifee Education Summit held October 23, 2025.
10.8 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept Year five of the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant from the California Department of Housing and Community Development in the amount of $165,325 for Menifee’s First Time Homebuyers Down Payment Assistance Program; and
2. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $165,325 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Grant.
10.9 Million Coaches Challenge Grant
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Million Coaches Challenge Grant in the amount of $2,500 and inkind training through Positive Coaching Alliance; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with NRPA for the acceptance of terms and use for the grant and all other necessary grantrelated documents thereof to receive the Million Coaches Challenge Grant; and
3. Adopt a budget amendment resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 budget, appropriating $2,500 of grant funds in revenue and expenditures.
10.10 Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC for Event Programming at Central Park
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Made Local, LLC to host community events and activities through June 30, 2029.
10.11 Bid Award and Agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP for Annual Financial Audit Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Award bid and authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP (RAMS) for annual financial audit services for an initial threeyear term in a total amount notto exceed $200,882 through March 31, 2029; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute up to two additional oneyear extensions in the aggregate amount nottoexceed $145,906.
10.12 Agreement with SHI International Corp. for Microsoft 365 Software Licenses RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Authorize the Finance Department to issue individual purchase orders to SHI International Corp. on an asneeded basis, in a total aggregate amount notto exceed $1,347,984.96, for the purchase of Microsoft 365 software licenses pursuant to the California Department of Technology Cooperative Agreement, through March 31, 2031; and
2. Approve and authorize this purchase utilizing California Department of Technology Contract No. SC 250198737 pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for this purchase.
10.13 Purchase Order with Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for the Purchase of Sports Field Lighting for Hidden Hills Park and E.L. Pete Petersen Park RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the Hidden Hills Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123MSL in the amount of $148,118 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
2. Approve and authorize the Finance Department to issue a purchase order for the purchase of sports field lighting for the E.L. Pete Petersen Park, from Musco Sports Lighting, LLC pursuant to Cooperative Agreement No. 041123 MSL in the amount of $165,953 and any applicable sales or use tax; and
3. Approve and authorize these purchases be made utilizing Sourcewell Contract No. 041123MSL pursuant to Menifee Municipal Code Section 3.12.210; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute all documents required for these purchases.
10.14 Agreement Amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Police Department Fleet InCar Dash Cameras
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 increasing the Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Menifee Police Department fleet incar dash cameras by $170,968.41 for a total nottoexceed contract amount of $7,167,972.40through June 30, 2035.
10.15 Contract Change Order with Ames Construction for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order No. 3 with Ames Construction, Inc., to increase the compensation by $107,237.38, for a total contract amount nottoexceed $16,511,932.50, for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek Project, Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project No. 1304, located on Bradley Road just south of Rio Vista Drive.
10.16 Declaration of Exempt Surplus Land and Agreement with Eastern Municipal Water District for the Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions to support the Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment Project
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution declaring a Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) as “exempt surplus land” pursuant to the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, §§ 54220 et seq.); and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement for Exchange of Real Property and Joint Escrow Instructions (Agreement) with Eastern Municipal Water District (EMWD) for the transfer of one Cityowned parcel located at 27930 Watson Road (Assessor Parcel No. 329050049) and $197,500 for redesign costs to EMWD in exchange for one EMWDowned parcel located at 27995 Ethanac Road (Assessor Parcel No. 331150027) to be transferred to the City to support the City’s Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment, Capital Improvement Program Project No. 2513, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute any additional documents required for the exchange of real properties contemplated in the Agreement, subject to completion of the Surplus Land Act process described in the resolution declaring the Cityowned parcel as “exempt surplus land”; and
4. Adopt two budget amendment resolutions appropriating $100,000 in corresponding revenue within the Trust Fund 8350 and expenditures within the Capital Improvement Program Projects Fund 4320 to the Project account.
10.17 Agreement and Bonds for Parcel Map 38886 and Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Approve and authorize the filing of Parcel Map 38886 for financing purposes for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC, located west of Briggs Road, north of Holland Road, south of Tres Lagos Drive, and east of Southshore Drive; and
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Parcel Map 38886; and
3. Authorize the City Clerk to record the Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions with Parcel Map 38886 with the Riverside County Clerk Recorder’s Office; and
4. Approve and authorize the filing of Tract Map 312291 for Nautical Cove, by KB Home Cal Management Services, LLC; and
5. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement to guarantee completion of the survey monuments associated with Tract Map 312291.
10.18 Public Improvement Acceptance and 90% Release of Security for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, by Lennar Homes of California, Inc.
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Accept the public improvements for landscape for Tract Map 37178, Menifee Town Center, located at the northwest corner of La Piedra Road and Town Center Drive; and
2. Authorize the City Engineer to release 90% of the posted securities per the City’s standard policies.
11. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
11.1 First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance for Annexation No. 39, Haven, into Community Facility District 20171, Maintenance Services RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution calling an election to annex territory, including Tentative Tract Map (TTM) 38766, Haven, located on the northwest corner of Garbani Road and Evans Road, into Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 20171 Maintenance Services and to levy a special tax on that land; and
2. Adopt a resolution declaring the results of the special landowner election; and
3. Introduce an ordinance, amending Ordinance No. 2017231 and levying and apportioning the special tax in CFD 20171.
11.2 Confirmation of the Statement of Abatement Costs for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution repealing and replacing Resolution No. 261671, confirming the final statement of costs in the amount of $420,527.25 to abate the public nuisance for the Krikorian Entertainment Complex located at 27387, 27459, and 27483 Newport Road; and
2. Authorize the placement of a special assessment or lien on the real property in case of delinquency.
12. DISCUSSION ITEMS
12.1 Santa's Workshop Facility Use Request
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Review and discuss the local nonprofit organization, Santa’s Workshop, facility use request.
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
15. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
> Menifee Welcome Monuments (Diederich, March 5, 2025)
Target Date: Spring 2026
> Evaluation of a Menifee Charitable Organization (Estrada, April 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Feasibility of a Regional Sports Park (Diederich, May 7, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> QUIMBY Fee Amendment Options (Estrada, July 16, 2025) Target Date: Spring 2026
> Backyard Breeder Regulations (Karwin, January 21, 2026) Target Date: Summer 2026
16. ADJOURN
Decorum Policy Notes
The Council anticipates and encourages public participation at its Council meeting, both on agenda items and during the public comments period. Please turn your cell phones off, refrain from talking in the audience or outbursts that may be disruptive. We encourage participation and ask for a mutual respect for the proceedings.
Staff Reports
Materials related to an item on this agenda, including those submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet, are available for public inspection by contacting the City Clerk Department, at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours.
Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the City Clerk Department at (951) 6726777 or by coming into City Hall located at 29844 Haun Road, Menifee, CA, 92586 during normal business hours. Notification 72 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting.
Affidavit of the Posting
I, Stephanie Roseen, do hereby certify, under penalty of perjury, that the March 18, 2026 City Council meeting agenda was posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in the following locations per Cal. Gov.
Code, § 54954.2, subd. (a)(1): Menifee City Hall, 29844 Haun Road, Kay Ceniceros Community Center, 29995 Evans Road, and the City of Menifee website.
Menifee Mayor and City Council
March 18, 2026
Page
8 of 8