MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF MORENO VALLEY January 18, 2022
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CALL TO ORDER - 5:30 PM
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. Recognition of 12 year old musician Pedro Fregroso
2. Recognition of Al Rattan
3. Acceptance of the Amazon MoVaLEARNS Program Donation -2-
MINUTES
JOINT MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MORENO VALLEY
MORENO VALLEY COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
CITY AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY FOR THE
COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF MORENO VALLEY
MORENO VALLEY HOUSING AUTHORITY
MORENO VALLEY PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 PM
January 18, 2022
CALL TO ORDER
The Joint Meeting of the City Council, Community Services District, City as Successor Agency for the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moreno Valley, Moreno Valley Housing Authority, Moreno Valley Public Financing Authority and the Board of Library Trustees was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mayor Gutierrez in the Council Chamber located at 14177 Frederick Street.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Gutierrez.
ROLL CALL
Council: Dr. Yxstian A. Gutierrez Mayor
David Marquez Council Member
Ulises Cabrera Council Member
Edward A. Delgado Council Member
INTRODUCTIONS
Staff: Pat Jacquez-Nares City Clerk
Steven Quintanilla Interim City Attorney
Mike Lee City Manager
Brian Mohan Assistant City Manager, Chief Financial
Officer, City Treasurer
Ben Kim Assistant City Manager, Development Services
Manuel Mancha Community Development Director
Michael Lloyd Public Works Director/City Engineer
Jeremy Bubnick Parks & Community Services Director
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John Salisbury Chief of Police
Jesse Park Fire Chief
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON A NY SUBJECT ON OR NOT ON THE AGENDA UNDER
THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
George Hague
1. Recounted that about a year ago, the City systemat ically released hearing documents two weeks prior to the hearing. Expressed frustration for not being able to read through thousands of pages in the given three to four days.
2. Expressed the need to prioritize school education, and encouraged communication with the school superintendent.
3. Recounted the survey regarding the general plan, comments. Claimed that 500 - 600 comments were made, encouraged that decisions be made based on those comments.
4. Expressed concerned that City staff are yielding land to developers and are misappropriating zoning areas.
Elena Baca Santa Cruz
1. Commended City Staff for hosting the Council Meeting via Zoom, commenting on the importance of employee and community safety.
2. Asserted that she is running for City Council in District 1. Declared she will build upon her mother, Victoria Baca's legacy. Declared being a city advocate, compassionate and helpful in the community. Affirmed her stance on building high quality jobs, education and public safety.
Roy Bleckert
1. Expressed his disappointment for the Zoom meeting. Declared that the technical difficulties are discouraging residents from expressing their concerns. Claimed that the Zoom meeting was a direct, egregious attempt to suppress people from speaking. Cited Baca vs. MVUSD.
2. Cited the CDC guidelines regarding masks and the COVID-19 booster shot.
Fred Banuelos
1. Requested that we all stand during the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Remarked that SB1 failed Moreno Valley, expressed his disappointment towards Senator Roth and Assembly Member Medina for voting in favor of SB1. Detailed the intended use of SB1 monies, road repairs. Recounted that he had previously invited City Council to visit our representatives’ to demand our SB1 money.
Tom Thornsley
1. Applauded the Council for hosting the virtual meeting.
2. Expressed worry towards the City's motives, and merits behind the decisions regarding item F.1.
3. Insisted that changing the general plan, should require safeguards, such as a regulation, policy, and/or co des in which a 4/5 vote in favor of the amendment was required.
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Elmer Thomas
1. Called for the resignation or recall of Council Members Marquez and Cabrera.
2. Critical of Council Member Marquez.
3. Recounted the vehicle accident involving his family and the family of Council Member Marquez.
4. Recounted the appointment of former Council Member Jempson.
5. Critical of Council Member Cabrera for nominating Council Member Marquez as Mayor Pro Tem.
6. Commented on the lack of response from District 3 Coun cil Member Marquez in regards to the Temecula cheerleading incident.
JOINT CONSENT CALENDARS (SECTIONS A-E)
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Ed Delgado, Council Member
SECONDER: Ulises Cabrera, Council Member
AYES: Ed Delgado, Dr. Yxstian A. Gutierrez, Ulises Cabrera ABSENT: David Marquez
A. CONSENT CALENDAR-CITY COUNCIL
A.1. ORDINANCES - READING BY TITLE ONLY - THE MOTION TO ADOPT AN
ORDINANCE LISTED ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR INCLUDES WAIVER OF FULL READING OF THE ORDINANCE.
Recommendation: Waive reading of all Ordinances.
A.2. City Council - Closed Session - Jan 4, 2022 5:00 PM Recommendation: Approve as submitted.
A.3. City Council - Regular Meeting - Jan 4, 2022 6:00 PM Recommendation: Approve as submitted.
A.4. COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY EXPENDITURE REP ORTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021/2022 FROM JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2021 (Report of: City Clerk)
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Council Discretionary Expenditure Report for July 1, 2021 through November 30, 2021.
A.5. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 984,
AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF TITLE 9 PLANNING AND ZONING INCLUDING CHAPTER 9.02 PERMITS AND APPROVALS, CHAPTER 9.03 -5-
RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS, CHAPTER 9.05 INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS, CHAPTER 9.07 SPECIAL DISTRICTS, CHAPT ER 9.08 GENERAL
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, CHAPTER 9.09 SPECIFIC USE
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, CHAPTER 9.11 PARKING, PEDESTRIAN AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS, CHAPTER 9.14 LAND DIVISIONS,
CHAPTER 9.15 DEFINITIONS, CHAPTER 9.16 DESIGN GUIDELINES, AND CHAPTER 9.17 LANDSCAPE AND WATER EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS. (Report of: Community Development)
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that the City Council conduct the second reading by title only and adopt Ordinance No. 984.
A.6. PAYMENT REGISTER - NOVEMBER 2021 (Report of: Fina ncial & Management Services)
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file the Payment Register.
A.7. LIST OF PERSONNEL CHANGES (Report of: Financial & Management Services)
Recommendation:
1. Ratify the list of personnel changes as described.
A.8. ACCEPTANCE OF THE TOBACCO LAW ENFORCEMENT GRANT
PROGRAM AWARD, MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AND
RESOLUTION NO. 2022 -07 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE (RESO. NO. 2022 -07 & AGMT. NO. 2022 -08) (Report of: Police Department)
Recommendations:
1. Accept the Tobacco Law Enforcement Grant Program grant award in the amount of $156,400 for overtime to conduct tobacco enforcement operations beginning in Fiscal Year 2022/23 and continuing over a three-year period.
2. Authorize the Chief Financial Officer to appropriate $156,400 as revenue and expense per fiscal year in Fund (2300) beginning in Fiscal Year 2022/23 and carrying over any unused budget over the three -year -6-
grant period.
3. Approve the Memorandum of Understandi ng between the City of Moreno Valley and the Department of Justice regarding the Tobacco Law Enforcement Grant Program award.
4. Adopt Resolution No. 2022 -07 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, authorizing the City Mana ger to execute the agreement with the State of California Department of Justice.
Council Member Cabrera affirmed the purpose of this $156,000 grant. It is intended to enforce our tobacco laws.
B. CONSENT CALENDAR-COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
B.1. ORDINANCES - READING BY TITLE ONLY - THE MOTION TO ADOPT AN
ORDINANCE LISTED ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR INCLUDES WAIVER OF FULL READING OF THE ORDINANCE.
Recommendation: Waive reading of all Ordinances.
B.2. MINUTES - CLOSED SESSION OF JANUARY 4, 2022 5:00 PM (See A.2) Recommendation: Approve as submitted.
B.3. MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 4, 2022 6:00 PM (See A.3) Recommendation: Approve as submitted.
C. CONSENT CALENDAR - HOUSING AUTHORITY
C.1. ORDINANCES - READING BY TITLE ONLY - THE MOTION TO ADOPT AN
ORDINANCE LISTED ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR INCLUDES WAIVER OF FULL READING OF THE ORDINANCE.
Recommendation: Waive reading of all Ordinances.
C.2. MINUTES - CLOSED SESSION OF JANUARY 4, 2022 5:00 PM (See A.2) Recommendation: Approve as submitted.
C.3. MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 4, 2022 6:00 PM (See A.3) Recommendation: Approve as submitted.
D. CONSENT CALENDAR - BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
D.1. ORDINANCES - READING BY TITLE ONLY - THE MOTION TO ADOPT AN -7-
ORDINANCE LISTED ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR INCL UDES WAIVER OF FULL READING OF THE ORDINANCE.
Recommendation: Waive reading of all Ordinances.
D.2. MINUTES - CLOSED SESSION OF JANUARY 4, 2022 5:00 PM (See A.2) Recommendation: Approve as submitted.
D.3. MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 4, 2022 6:00 PM (See A.3) Recommendation: Approve as submitted.
E. CONSENT CALENDAR - PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
E.1. ORDINANCES - READING BY TITLE ONLY - THE MOTION TO ADOPT AN
ORDINANCE LISTED ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR INCLUDES WAIVER OF FULL READING OF THE ORDINANCE.
Recommendation: Waive reading of all Ordinances.
E.2. MINUTES - CLOSED SESSION OF JANUARY 4, 2022 5:00 PM (See A.2) Recommendation: Approve as submitted.
E.3. MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 4, 2022 6:00 PM (See A.3) Recommendation: Approve as submitted.
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
F.1. PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND CHANGE OF ZONE AMENDING "MAP LCC-4: GENERAL PLAN LAND USE" OF THE MORENO
VALLEY GENERAL PLAN AND THE CITY ZONING ATLAS,
RESPECTIVELY, PROPOSED TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 37944 FOR TWO (2) LOTS, A PLOT PLAN FOR AN APPROXIMATELY 290,726 SQUARE
FOOT LIGHT INDUSTRIAL BUILDING, AND A PLOT PLAN FOR AN
APPROXIMATELY 98,877 SQUARE FOOT LIGHT INDUSTRIAL BUILDING (RESO. NOS. 2022 -07, 2022 -08, 2022 -09, 2022 -10 & ORD. NO. 985) (Report of: Community Development)
Recommendations: That the City Council:
1. ADOPT Resolution 2022-07: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley CERTIFYING that the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for General Plan Amendment PEN20 - 0118, Change of Zone PEN20 -0119, Tentative Parcel Map PEN20 - 0120, and Plot Plans PEN20 -0121 and PEN20 -0124 on file with the Community Development Department, and incorporated herein by this reference, was completed in compliance with the California -8-
Environmental Quality A ct and the CEQA Guidelines, that the City Council reviewed and considered the information contained in the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and that the document reflects the City’s independent judgment and analysis, and ADOPTING the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program prepared for the above -referenced Mitigated Negative Declaration; and
2. ADOPT Resolution 2022-08: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley approving a General Plan Amendment based on the Recitals and Evi dence contained in the Administrative Record and Findings as set for in the Resolution No. 2022 -08 to amend the General Plan Land Use Map as described in the Resolution, based on the findings contained in the Resolution, and the revised Land Use Map; and
3. INTRODUCE and conduct the first reading by title only of Ordinance No. 985, approving a Change of Zone PEN20-0119 to amend the City Zoning Atlas based on the Recitals, Evidence contained in the Administrative Records and Findings as set forth in Ordinance N o. 985; and
4. ADOPT Resolution No. 2022 -09, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley approving Tentative Parcel Map 37944, PEN20-0120 based on the findings contained in this Resolution, and subject to the conditions of approval included as Exhibit A; and
5. ADOPT Resolution No. 2022 -10, A Resolution of the City of the City of Moreno Valley approving Plot Plans PEN20-0121 and PEN20-0124 based on the findings contained in this Resolution, and subject to the conditions of approval included as Exhibit A; and
6. SCHEDULE the second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 985 for the next regular meeting.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Ed Delgado, Council Member
SECONDER: Ulises Cabrera, Council Member
AYES: Ed Delgado, Dr. Yxstian A. Gutierrez, Ulises Cabrera ABSENT: David Marquez
Community Development Director Manuel Mancha presented the staff report.
Vicky Valenzuela Compass Danbe Real Estate Partners representative provided additional information on the project.
Mark Buckley from Compass Danb e Real Estate Partners representative also provided information on the project.
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Council Member Cabrera
1. Asked for the measurement in feet between the setback parking adjacent to the building to the residential area located to the North.
2. Clarified with Mr. Buckley, that Compass Danbe has in fact come to an agreement with the local trade unions, LiUNA Laborers’ International Union of North America and Carpenters.
3. Confirmed with Mr. Buckley that the facility will meet LEED standards.
Planning Division Manager/Planning Official Kelleher, stated that the distance between the northern properly line and building is 205 ft. parking line to the parking lot, 152 ft.
George Hague
1. Stated that the land appropriated for this project was intended to be used f or commercial use. He claimed the City would eventually build two more warehouses in this area.
2. Suggested that the City send a message to developers, making them aware that Moreno Valley is not accepting warehouse projects near homes, or sensitive receptors such as schools.
3. Expressed his opposition for this project and urged the Council to vote no.
4. Criticized the Planning Commission, with respect to the school being within a quarter mile of the warehouse.
5. Affirmed that the pollution and diesel smoke would impact the health and safety of the students.
6. Expressed his concerns about the traffic impacts by this project.
Susan Zeitz
1. Opposed to the Compass Danbe Project.
2. Expressed disappointment to the project’s location; the warehouse would be near homes, a school, and caused pollution.
3. Claimed the California Air Resource Board CARB was ignored, because they recommended 1,000 feet distance between warehouses and homes.
4. Urged the Council to uphold the 2040 general plan.
5. Pressed Council to vote no.
David Zeitz
1. Opposed to item F.1.
2. Expressed frustration with too many warehouses in the community.
3. Expressed frustration with the location of this project being near homes and a school.
4. Agreed with George Hague's comments on the traffic.
5. Questioned the non-adherence to the 2040 general plan.
6. Questioned the identified location for the project.
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Roy Bleckert
1. Affirmed his support in favor of this project.
2. Recommended that the Council approve this project.
Tom Thornsley
1. Appalled about the financial incentives awarded to the City for the project, claimed the incentives were bribes.
2. Condemned not abiding by the 2040 general plan.
3. Claims the only good paying jobs will be for LiUNA and the Carpenters union.
Thereafter only poor quality warehouse jobs would be generated.
Ralph Velador
1. Affirmed his support for this project.
2. Declared being a member of the Laborers’ International Union of North America.
3. Expressed support for the project’s location.
4. Voiced the economic benefits of the project, for both the union and community.
5. Urged the Council to approve the project.
Fred Banuelos
1. Expressed his uncertainty about the project.
2. Questioned the reasoning behind a general plan amendment, when the 2040 general plan was recently approved.
Jose Garcia
1. Asserted being a member of the Laborers’ International Union of North America.
2. Thanked Council for hosting this meeting virtually.
3. Expressed support for the project location.
4. Voiced the economic benefits of the project, and apprenticeship opportunities.
5. Urged the Council to approve the project.
Jayson Baiz
1. Thanked the Council for hosting this meeting.
2. Affirmed being a member of the Laborers’ International Union of North America.
3. Expressed support for the project.
4. Voiced his support for the location of the project; near the freeway.
5. Advocated for the project.
Andrew Miller
1. Speaking on behalf of the Sierra Club, he claimed the location of the project was wrong.
2. Detailed the impact of the project on the resident in the immediate area.
3. Cited the Council rules and procedures, that approval of this project requ ires three affirmative votes.
Janet Bernabe
1. The organizing Director for the Center of Community Action and Justice CCAJ, expressed her opposition of the project.
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2. Summarized a letter of opposition created by the CCAJ, said letter was submitted to the City Council.
3. Noted that her comments were on behalf of the Community.
4. Urged the Council to vote no on item F.1
Robert Palomares
1. Expressed support in favor of the project.
2. Commented on the claims of pollution, noting that the State of C alifornia has the strictest regulation on truck pollution. Furthermore, added that the future of commercial trucks was electric.
3. Urged Council to vote in favor of the project.
Gina Ghiani
1. As a teacher of MVUSD, she expressed her concern regarding pollution, health, and the community safety.
2. Discouraged Council on the approval of this project.
3. Appalled that the City would consider rezoning the project area.
4. Insisted that Council vote against this project.
Nathaly Ortiz
1. Declared her opposition to this project.
2. Insisted the project location was across the street from homes, Pacific View Charter School, and a MVUSD campus.
3. Expressed concerns on the daily pollution.
4. Claimed that the mitigated negative declaration for the proj ect neglected to provide contextual information regarding air quality conditions.
5. Claimed the City of Moreno Valley air quality was already poor; announced the City was categorized as a SB535 due to diesel pollution.
6. Deferred to the 2040 General Pla n citing that residential and industrial locations are incompatible and should not be mixed.
7. Urged Council to oppose the project.
Jose Radillo
1. Asserted being a member of the Laborers’ International Union of North America.
2. Voiced the economic benefits of the project, opportunity for skilled jobs and apprenticeship opportunities.
3. Urged the Council to approve the project.
Mark Buckley, Applicant, Compass Danbe Real Estate Partners , provided his rebuttal and further addressed stated concerns.
Council Member Delgado
1. Affirmed the project location was approximately 50 miles away from the highway.
2. Disagreed with the comment made on warehouse jobs being bad paying jobs.
3. Concurred with Robert Palomares' statement about California's string ent emissions regulations.
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Coucil Member Cabrera
1. Detailed how the developer moved the docks to the south end of the building; expressed content with this change because it moved the docks away from the residents.
2. Affirmed that the developer concess ions were included in the approval of this project.
3. Voiced the many benefits of meeting LEED Silver standards.
4. Asserted that electric trucks were the future.
5. Cited that Compass Dambe agreed to provide the residents with over $400,000 in grants use d as environmentally beneficial means, such as a $1,000 grant for purchase of a personal electric vehicle.
6. Announced the developer would make a one million dollar contribution to the Moreno Valley Community Services Foundation.
7. Stated that if this project was approved, it may potentially go into litigation, therefore being beneficial to environmental groups such as the Sierra Club, CARB, AQMD by raising the bar on the outcome of environmental influence.
8. Expressed support for the trade and union jobs this project would introduce.
Mayor Gutierrez
1. Thanked all of the speakers for voicing their support or opposition to the project.
2. Expressed support for the location of the project, citing the location was zoned appropriately as a light industrial location, at the center of the City.
3. Pleased that the project was in partnership with the Laborers’ International Union of North America and the Carpenters union.
4. Expressed support for more apprenticeships, journeymen, and local jobs.
5. Commended the developer for their one million dollar contribution to the Moreno Valley Community Services Foundation.
6. Expressed support for the project.
Council Member Cabrera and Mayor Gutierrez asked the City Attorney to confirm that the developer concessions were included in the approval of this project.
Steve Quintanilla, Interim City Attorney, responded in the affirmative.
F.2. PEN21-0112 THROUGH PEN21 -0114: COURTYARDS AT COTTONWOOD
PHASE II A PROPOSED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT, CHANGE OF
ZONE, AND PLOT P LAN FOR A 32 -UNIT AFFORDABLE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ON 1.61 ACRES, LOCATED NORTH OF COTTONWOOD
AVENUE ON THE EAST SIDE OF INDIAN STREET (RESO. NOS. 2022 -11, 2022-12, 2022 -13, 2022 -14 & ORD. NO. 986) (Report of: Community Development)
Recommendations: That the City Council:
1. ADOPT Resolution 2022-11: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California denying the appeal of the Planning Commission’s recommendation for Amendment to General Plan (PEN21-0113); Change of Zone (PEN21 -0114); Plot Plan (PEN21 - 0112); and Mitigated Negative Declaration;
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2. ADOPT Resolution 2022-12: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley CERTIFYING that the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for General Plan Amendment (PEN21- 0113), Change of Zone (PEN21 -0114), and Plot Plan (PEN21 -0112) on file with the Community Development Department, incorporated herein by this reference, was completed in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines, and that the Cit y Council reviewed and considered the information contained in the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and that the document reflects the City’s independent judgment and analysis, and ADOPTING the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program prepared for the above -referenced Mitigated Negative Declaration; and
3. ADOPT Resolution 2022-13: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley approving a General Plan Amendment (PEN21- 0113) based on the Recitals Evidence contained in the
Administrative Record and Findings as set for in the Resolution No. 2022-13 to amend the General Plan Land Use Map as described in the Resolution, based on the findings contained in the Resolution, and the revised Land Use Map; and
4. INTRODUCE and conduct the first reading by title only of Ordinance No. 986, approving a Change of Zone (PEN21 -0114) to amend the City Zoning Atlas based on the Recitals, Evidence contained in the Administrative Records, and Findings as set forth in Ordinance No. 986; and
5. ADOPT Resolution No. 2022 -14, A Resolution of the City of Moreno Valley approving Plot Plan (PEN21 -0112) based on the findings contained in this resolution, and subject to the conditions of approval included as Exhibit A; and
6. SCHEDULE the second reading and adoption of O rdinance No. 986 for the next regular meeting.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Ulises Cabrera, Council Member
SECONDER: Ed Delgado, Council Member
AYES: Ed Delgado, Dr. Yxstian A. Gutierrez, Ulises Cabrera ABSENT: David Marquez
Community Development Director Manuel Mancha introduced Associate Planner Julia Descoteaux to present the Staff Report.
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Applicant Jim Jerni gan provided a summary of their process and work done for the project.
Darrell Barnes
1. Claimed to live on the corner home adjacent to the property.
2. Critical of appellant, Ramos', statement regarding traffic and speed concerns.
3. Expressed support in favor of the project.
Louise Palomares
1. Affirmed her support for this project.
2. Contested appellant, Ramos', claims regarding traffic and speed concerns.
3. Encouraged Council to approve this project.
4. Thanked the developer for bringing this project to Moreno Valley.
Roy Bleckert
1. Affirmed his support in favor of this development.
2. Expressed support for the traffic mitigation.
3. Critical of appellant Ramos.
4. Urged the Council to approve this project.
Robert Palomares
1. Expressed support in favor of the project.
2. Commended the developer for bringing homes to Moreno Valley.
3. Recommended that Council vote in favor of the project.
Mayor Gutierrez
1. Recalled that the project parcel was initially offered to MVUSD. MVUSD declined the l and, therefore, the developer has elected to utilize the parcel as part of the initial affordable housing project.
2. Declared the residents need more affordable housing.
3. Noted that Jernigan housing also provided senior housing.
4. Commented that the appellant should have voiced his concerns at the beginning of the initial project.
5. Expressed support for the zone change, and the purported use of this land, for the project.
Council Member Delgado
1. Thanked the developer for making the requested modifications.
2. Declared the community was in need for more affordable housing.
3. Thanked the developer for bringing this project to Moreno Valley.
Council Member Cabrera
1. Agreed with Council Member Delgado and Mayor Gutierrez's comments.
2. Thanked the developer for bringing this project to Moreno Valley.
3. Encouraged more projects like this for the City of Moreno Valley.
G. GENERAL BUSINESS - NONE
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H. ITEMS REMOVED FROM C ONSENT CALENDARS FOR DISCUSSION OR
SEPARATE ACTION
I. REPORTS
I.1. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
(Informational Oral Presentation - not for Council action) March Joint Powers Commission (JPC)
Mayor Gutierrez reported on the meeting held on January 12th.The Commission selected a chair and vice chair for each of the March Joint Powers Auth ority’s agencies.
We approved a Professional Services Agreement for Phase II of the JPA Sunsetting analysis, and we re-established Moreno Valley’s representation on the JPA’s subcommittees. Council Member Delgado will serve on the Meridian / March Busine ss Center Implementation Committee and Mayor Gutierrez will be on the Ad Hoc Parks Subcommittee.
Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency (RCHCA) - None Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) - None Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) - None
Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG)
Council Member Delgado reported on the items covered at the WRCOG Executive Committee meeting on January 12, 2022 include: Updates were provided on a number of continuing business items of the WRCOG Executive Committee, but there are no major items to report on.
Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority (RCA) - None School District/City Joint Task Force - None
I.2. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Mike Lee highlighted various City programs tha t unify MVUSD with the City, beginning with the award winning ASES program, the MoVaLEARNS Program, and the Promise Initiative.
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CLOSING COMMENTS AND /OR REPORTS OF THE C ITY COUNCIL, COMMUNI TY
SERVICES DISTRICT, C ITY AS SUCCESSOR AGE NCY FOR THE COMMUNIT Y
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, HOUSING AUTHORITY, PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY, AND THE BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES.
Council Member Cabrera
1. Expressed support towards the virtual meeting.
2. Encouraged everyone to remain safe.
3. Informed residents of the COVID-19 home test kit, available at usps.com\testkits.
4. Expressed appreciation for the Amazon $100,000 contribution to the MoVaLEARNS Program.
5. Encouraged more high paying careers for the City of Moreno Valley.
6. Requested a proclamation for Black History Month.
7. Announced that yesterday was Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday.
Council Member Delgado
1. Provided residents an update on his visit to Donkeyland with Community Development Director Mancha.
2. Challenged the community to help Donkeyland by pur chasing bales of hay.
Informed the community that donations can be made directly to Donkeyland at 5225 Canyon Crest Drive Suite # 71-295, Riverside CA. 92507
3. Commented on the Caltrans partnership, and their recent addition of mulch to several off ramps.
4. Stated that there may be a potential safety issue upon school release times; noted that the issue was being monitored.
5. Announced the Beautify MoVal event on February 12th which included a park within his district 2.
6. Encouraged that everyone be kind to one another.
Mayor Gutierrez
1. Thanked all of the residents for attending the meeting.
2. Announced that this meeting had the largest amount of views on YouTube.
3. Declared that tonight the Council approved more jobs, and more affordable housing.
4. Excited about the Amazon $100,000 donation.
5. Sorrowfully announced the passing of Council Member Marquez’s wife, Velma Marquez.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Gutierrez adjourned the meeting at 8:38 p.m. in the Memory of Velma Marquez.
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Submitted by:
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Pat Jacquez-Nares, CMC & CERA
City Clerk
Secretary, Moreno Valley Community Services District
Secretary, City as Successor Agency for the Community
Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moreno Valley
Secretary, Moreno Valley Housing Authority
Secretary, Board of Library Trustees
Secretary, Public Financing Authority
Approved by:
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Dr. Yxstian A. Gutierrez
Mayor
City of Moreno Valley
President, Moreno Valley Community Services District
Chairperson, City as Successor Agency for the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moreno Valley
Chairperson, Moreno Valley Housing Authority
Chairperson, Board of Library Trustees
Chairperson, Public Financing Authority