1 November 19, 2024
6:00 pm
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MORENO VALLEY
MORENO VALLEY COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT BOARD OF DIRECTORS*
CITY AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY FOR THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF MORENO VALLEY
MORENO VALLEY HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MORENO VALLEY PUBLIC FINANCING CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MORENO VALLEY PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
MORENO VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
1. RECOGNITION: NOVEMBER AS NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
Mayor Pro Tem Barnard presented the Proclamation recognizing November as Native American Heritage Month to Vanessa Breirty, District Director for District 45 Assemblymember and Chair of California Native American Legislative Caucus James C. Ramos.
2. RECOGNITION: NOVEMBER AS MEN’S HEALTH MONTH “MOVEMBER”
Councilmember Delgado presented the proclamation recognizing November as Men’s Mental Health Month to Devin Hollis, USA Head of Marketing for Movember Organization.
3. RECOGNITION: NOVEMBER AS AVIATION HISTORY MONTH
Mayor Cabrera presented the proclamation recognizing November as Aviation History Month to Jamil Dada, President of March Air Museum.
A. CALL TO ORDER
2 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 Corporation, Moreno Valley Public Financing Authority, the Board of Library Trustees, and the Moreno Valley Community Foundation Board of Directors was called to order at 6:20 pm by Mayor Cabrera in the Council Chamber located at 14177 Frederick Street.
Mayor Cabrera announced that the City Council receives a separate stipend for CSD meetings.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Delgado.
C. INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Pastor Dave Carleson from Moreno Christian Assembly.
D. ROLL CALL
Present:
Ulises Cabrera - Mayor
Cheylynda Barnard - Mayor Pro Tem
Ed Delgado - Councilmember
Elena Baca-Santa Cruz - Councilmember
E. MOTIONS TO EXCUSE ABSENCES
There were no absences to excuse.
F. STAFF INTRODUCTIONS
Patty Rodriguez - Acting Manager of the Office of Mayor and City Council/City Clerk
Paul Bradvica - Deputy City Clerk
Steven Quintanilla- City Attorney
Mike Lee - City Manager
Brian Mohan - Assistant City Manager
Launa Jimenez – Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer
3 Sean Kelleher - Assistant City Manager
Angelica Frausto-Lupo – Community Development Director
Melissa Walker - Public Works Director
Jeremy Bubnick - Parks and Community Services Director
Robert Cardenas - Human Resources Director
Cruz Esparza - Economic Development Director
Sarah Mack - Chief of Police
Jesse Park - Fire Chief
G. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Motion made by Councilmember Delgado to move item J.1 to be the first item heard on the agenda.
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4
Approve Agenda Order
Ayes (4): Mayor Cabrera, Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, and Councilmember Delgado District 2 RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
J. PUBLIC HEARINGS
J.1 AQUABELLA – GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT (PEN23-0127), CHANGE OF ZONE (PEN24-0041), SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT (PEN23-0109), TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 38850 (PEN23-0118), DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (PEN23-0119), AND RELATED CEQA ANALYSIS
(REPORT OF: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Staff report provided by Assistant City Manager Sean Kelleher.
At the conclusion of the staff report, City Attorney, Steven Quintanilla provided a comment regarding an edit to the resolution brought to Council.
Mayor Cabrera called for Council questions of staff.
With no Council questions of staff, Mayor Cabrera called for a presentation from the applicant, Iddo Benzeevi.
Iddo Benzeevi provided the presentation.
4 At the conclusion of the presentation, Mayor Cabrera called for Council questions of the applicant.
Councilmember Delgado, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz, Mayor Pro Tem, and Mayor Cabrera asked questions of the applicant.
The applicant responded to all of Council's inquiries.
Mayor Cabrera opened the Public Hearing and called for public comments to be heard.
Evan Morgan
1. Supported.
John Menke.
1. Supported.
Eunice Kang
1. Supported.
Sandra Murphy
1. Supported.
Kelilah Federman
1. Opposed.
Regina Brockmueller
1. Supported.
Linda Alarcorn
1. Supported.
Russell M. Shafer
1. Supported.
Lance Martin
1. Supported
David Zeitz
1. Supported.
Julio Flores
5 1. Opposed.
Josh Gastelum
1. Opposed.
Zach Strasters
1. Opposed.
Rob Ramos
1. Opposed.
Josh Sisley
1. Opposed.
Erick Valencia
1. Opposed.
Vanessa Ingalls
1. Opposed.
Mayor Cabrera called for Council break at 8:03 pm.
The City Council meeting resumed at 8:18 pm.
Dr. Matt Taylor
1. Supported
Benedito Orduno
1. Supported.
Daryl Terrell
1. Supported.
Christopher Baca
1. Supported.
Brittany Goodrich
1. Supported.
JoAnn Stephan
1. Supported.
6 Pete Hurtado
1. Supported.
Moses Rogers
1. Supported.
Bob Palomarez
1. Supported.
Jasmine Newman
1. Supported.
Antonio Reza
1. Supported.
Charles Gibson
1. Supported.
Albert Duarte
1. Opposed.
Louise Palomarez
1. Supported.
Roy Bleckert.
1. Supported.
With the conclusion of public comments, Mayor Cabrera called for the applicant's rebuttal.
Applicant Iddo Benzeevi provided the rebuttal.
Mayor Cabrera closed the Public Hearing and called for Council deliberation.
Councilmember Delgado, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz, Mayor Pro Tem Barnard, and Mayor Cabrera deliberated on the item.
Mayor Cabrera made a motion to continue the item. With no second, Councilmember Delgado motioned to approve the project.
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
7 That the City Council adopted the Planning Commission’s recommendations as follows:
1. ADOPTED Resolution No. 2024-64: a) ADOPTING the CEQA Findings of Fact; b) ADOPTING the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program prepared for the Proposed Project; c) ADOPTING the Statement of Overriding Considerations; and d) CERTIFYING the Final Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (FSEIR) prepared for the Proposed Project, pursuant to CEQA and the CEQA Guidelines;
2. ADOPTED Resolution No. 2024-65: a) APPROVING General Plan Amendment (PEN23-0127); and b) APPROVING Tentative Tract Map No. 38850 (PEN23-0118);
3. INTRODUCED Ordinance No. 1017 and conducted the first reading by title only: a) APPROVING Specific Plan Amendment (PEN23-0109); b) APPROVING Change of Zone (PEN24-0041); and c) APPROVING an amendment to the City’s Zoning Atlas based on the applicable recitals, evidence contained in the administrative record, and findings;
4. INTRODUCED Ordinance No. 1018 and conducted the first reading by title only approving Development Agreement (PEN23-0119); and
5. SCHEDULED the second reading of Ordinance No. 1017 for adoption of the Development Agreement (PEN23-0119) and Ordinance No. 1018 approving: a) Specific Plan Amendment (PEN23-0109); b) Change of Zone (PEN24-0041); and c) City’s Zoning Atlas Change of Zone (PEN24- 0041) for the next regular City Council meeting.
Ayes (3): Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, and Councilmember Delgado District 2
Nayes (1): Mayor Cabrera
RESULT: Approved (3 to 1)
Mayor Cabrera called for Council recess at 9:36 pm.
The City Council meeting resumed at 9:54 pm.
H. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Louise Palomarez
1. Thankful.
JoAnn Stephan
8 1. Color Run.
2. Elections.
Daryl Terrell
1. Thanksgiving.
Chris Baca
1. Moreno Valley downtown.
Roy Bleckert
1. Concerns.
Fred Banuelos
1. Praised City staff.
I. JOINT CONSENT CALENDARS
Mayor Cabrera asked the City Council if there were any items they would like removed for separate action or discussion.
Mayor Cabrera stated he would like to comment only on I.16, I.18, and I.21.
Mayor Cabrera provided comments on the items.
Councilmember Delgado provided comments on item I.21.
Mayor Cabrera called for public comment.
Roy Bleckert (I.5)
1. Concerns.
With the conclusion of public comment, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Approved the Joint Consent Calendars
Ayes (4): Mayor Cabrera, Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, and Councilmember Delgado District 2 RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
I.1 ORDINANCES – SECOND READING/ADOPTION
9 I.2 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL- CLOSED SESSION - OCTOBER 15, 2024 - 4:30 PM
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Approved City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Closed Session Meeting Minutes for October 15, 2024.
RESULT: Approved
I.3 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING - OCTOBER 15, 2024 - 6:00 PM
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Approved City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Regular Meeting Minutes for October 15, 2024.
RESULT: Approved
I.4 COUNCIL TRAINING & TRAVEL EXPENDITURE REPORTS FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 (REPORT OF: CITY CLERK)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Received and filed the Fiscal Y ear 2024/2025 City Council Training & Travel Expenditure Report for the month of September 2024.
RESULT: Approved
I.5 COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY EXPENDITURE REPORTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025, JULY 1, 2024 – SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 (REPORT OF:
CITY CLERK)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Received and filed the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Council Discretionary Expenditure Report for July 1, 2024, through September 30, 2024.
10 RESULT: Approved
I.6 LIST OF PERSONNEL CHANGES (REPORT OF: CITY MANAGER) Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Ratified the list of personnel changes as described.
RESULT: Approved
I.7 APPROVE AND ADOPT THE AI POLICY TO GOVERN THE USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN CITY OPERATIONS (REPORT OF: CITY
MANAGER)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Approved and adopted Administrative Policy 7.02, AI (Artificia l Intelligence) Policy to establish a comprehensive, yet flexible, governance structure for the responsible use of AI systems used by the City of Moreno Valley for the benefit of the community while safeguarding data privacy, security, and fairness.
RESULT: Approved
I.8 2024 CITY OF MORENO VALLEY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN (REPORT OF: FIRE)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Approved the City of Moreno Valley Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) updated October 2024 and directed the Fire Department Office of Emergency Management & Volunteer Services Division to submit it to the Riverside County Operational Area and the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services.
11 RESULT: Approved
I.9 GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES DESIGNATION
OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION FOR NON-STATE AGENCIES
(REPORT OF: FIRE)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Adopted Resolution No. 2024 -64 to app rove Governor’s Office of Emergency Services Designation of Applicant’s Agent Resolution for Non - State Agencies and authorized the Fire Department Office of Emergency Management and Volunteer Services to submit it to the Governor’s Office as required.
RESULT: Approved
I.10 RECEIVE THE ANNUAL AB1600 COMPLIANCE REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL & MANAGEMENT SERVICES) Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Received and filed t he Annual AB 1600 Compliance Report for FY 2023-24 in compliance with California Government Code sections 66006 and 66001.
2. Approved the finding that staff has demonstrated a continuing need to hold unexpended Development Impact Fees.
RESULT: Approved
I.11 ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PARCELS INTO CFD NO. 2021-01 (PARKS MAINTENANCE). (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL & MANAGEMENT
SERVICES)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the CSD:
12 1. Adopted Resolution No. CSD 2024-59, a Resolution of the Board for the Moreno Valley Community Services District of the City of Moreno Valley, California, ordering the annexation of territory to Moreno Valley Community Services District Community Facilities District No. 2021 -01 (Parks Maintenan ce) and approving the amended maps for said District, for the specific properties as listed in the Discussion section of this staff report and as previously approved by the Landowner and certified by the City's Election Official (Amendment Nos. 207, 209, 210, and 212).
RESULT: Approved
I.12 PAYMENT REGISTER – SEPTEMBER 2024 (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL &
MANAGEMENT SERVICES)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Received and filed Payment Register.
RESULT: Approved
I.13 OPERATING AND CIP BUDGET - FY 2024-25 FIRST QUARTER AND CARRYOVERS FROM FY 2023-24 (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL &
MANAGEMENT SERVICES)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Received and filed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024/25 First Quarter Operating Budget Review.
2. Received and filed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024/25 First Quarter CIP Budget Review.
3. Adopted Resolution No. 2024 -60. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, adopting the revised operating and CIP budgets for Fiscal Year 2024/25.
4. Approved the Moreno Valley Community Foundation Budget.
5. Received and filed the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Carryover Memo.
13 That the CSD:
1. Adopted Resolution No. CSD 2024 -60. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, adopting the revised operating and CIP budgets for Fiscal Year 2024/25.
That the Housing Authority:
1. Adopted Resolution No. HA 2024 -03. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, adopting the revised operating and CIP budgets for Fiscal Year 2024/25.
That the Moreno Valley Community Foundation:
1. Adopted Resolution No. MVCF 2024-02. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, adopting the revised operating and CIP budgets for Fiscal Year 2024/25.
That the City Council as Successor Agency:
1. Adopted Resolution No. SA 2024 -01. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, ad opting the revised operating and CIP budgets for Fiscal Year 2024/25.
RESULT: Approved
I.14 RECEIPT OF QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE
QUARTER ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL &
MANAGEMENT SERVICES)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Received and filed the Quarterly Investment Report for the quarter ended September 30, 2024, in compliance with the City’s Investment Policy.
RESULT: Approved
I.15 ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PARCELS INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2014-01 (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-01 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES) (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL & MANAGEMENT SERVICES)
14 Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Acting as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 2014- 01 (Maintenance Services), adopted Resolution No. 2024-61, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, ordering the annexation of territory to City of Moreno Valley Community Facilities District No. 2014 -01 (Maintenance Services) and approving the amended map for said District, for the specific property as listed in the Discussion section of the staff report and as previously approved by the Landowner and certified by the City’s Election Official (Amendment No. 88).
2. Acting as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 2023- 01 (Public Safety Services), adopted Resolution No. 2024 -62, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, ordering the annexation of territory to City of Moreno Valley Community Facilities District No. 2023 -01 (Public Safety Services) and approving the amended maps for said District, for the specific properties as listed in the Discussion section of the staff report and as previously approved by the Landowner and certified by the City’s Election Official (Amendment Nos. 20, 22, 24, 25 and 28).
RESULT: Approved
I.16 AWARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO WE R BUILDERS, INC. FOR THE GATEWAY PARK REVITALIZATION PROJECT 807 0062 (REPORT OF: PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council and CSD:
1. Awarded a Construction Contract to We R Builders, Inc. for the construction of the Gateway Park Revitalization Project; and
2. Authorized the Executive Director or its designee to execute a contract with We R Builders, Inc. in the amount of $1,533,309 funded by County of Riverside American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) allocation (2300) and PCS Capital Projects Park Improvements (3015); and
15 3. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to We R Builders, Inc. in the amount of $1,686,640 ($1,533,309 bid amount plus 10% contingency) necessary for completing the construction of this project when the contract has been signed by all parties; and
4. Authorized the Executive Director or its designee to execute any subsequent related change orders to the contract with We R Builders, Inc. within Council approved budgeted amounts, subject to the approval of the City Attorney; and
5. Authorized a budget adjustment and interfund loan as set forth in the fiscal impact section of this report.
RESULT: Approved
I.17 SECOND AMENDMENT TO TELECOMMUNICATIONS LICENSE
AGREEMENT – WESTON PARK (REPORT OF: PARKS AND
COMMUNITY SERVICES)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council and CSD:
1. Authorized the City Manager/Executive Director of the Moreno Valley CSD to exe cute a Second (2nd) Amendment to the Telecommunications Lease Agreement with Licensee, NCWPCS MLP 35 - YEAR SITES TOWER HOLDINGS, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, by and through its Attorney In Fact, CCATT LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, to extend the renewal terms with the Licensee, for an additional eight (8) five -year (5-year) terms at the beginning rates of $4,526.76 per month for rent and $160.47 per month for graffiti removal and landscape maintenance fee, each to be adjusted annually by CPI or 3%, whichever is greater, per the terms of the 2nd Amendment; and,
2. Authorized the expansion of the Telecommunications Licensed Area, ground space or Premises, located at 13156 Lasselle Street, Moreno Valley, CA 92553, known as Weston Park, by 430 square feet of contiguous land space as more specifically identified on the Site Plan, per the terms of the 2nd Amendment, identified as Second Additional License Area; and,
3. Allowed Licensee to sublicense to Sublicensee, T -Mobile or an affiliate or subsidiary ("TMO Sublicensee"), a portion of the Premises, as
16 expanded to TMO Sublicensee for the installation/maintenance/operation of a wireless communications facility thereon in return for a separate revenue share of rents for Sublicensee at a rate of fifty percent (50%) of the rents collected by Licensee from Sublicensee, payable to the Licensor (City) for rent associated with Sublicensee's use of the Telecommunications Cell Site Premises or Premises, as expanded, at 13156 Lasselle Street, Moreno V alley, CA 92553, known as Weston Park.
Licensee to inform Licensor of Sublicensee Agreement/Arrangement, including rental amounts and terms at least annually upon such subleasing agreement/arrangement; and
4. Authorized the City Manager/Executive Director of the Moreno Valley CSD and/or their designee to submit necessary budget adjustments as applicable.
RESULT: Approved
I.18 AWARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO C.S. LEGACY
CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE MORENO VALLEY PUMP TRACK
SITE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT NO. 807 0058 (REPORT OF: PARKS
AND COMMUNITY SERVICES)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council and CSD:
1. Awarded a Construction Contract to C.S. Legacy Construction, Inc. for the construction of the Moreno Valley Pump Track Site Improvements Project No. 807 0058; and
2. Authorized the Executive Director or its designee to execute a contract with C.S. Legacy Construction, Inc. in the amount of $5,761,475.40 funded by PCS Capital Projects Park Improvements (3015); and
3. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to C.S. Legacy Construction, Inc. in the amount of $6,337,622.94 ($5,761,475.40 bid amount plus 10% contingency) necessary to complete the construction of this project when the contract has been signed by all parties; and
4. Authorized the Executive Director or its designee to execute any subsequent related change orders to the contract with C.S. Legacy Construction, Inc. within Council approved budgeted amounts, subject to the approval of the City Attorney; and
17 5. Authorized a budget adjustment and interfund loan as set forth in the fiscal impact section of this report.
RESULT: Approved
I.19 MORENO BEACH DRIVE LINE EXTENSION (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Authorized the award of the construction contract to Global Diversified Voltage for the Moreno Beach Drive Line Extension Project 805 0064.
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute a contract with Global Diversified Voltage for the amount of $1,388,675, funded by MVU restricted funds balance (Fund 6011).
3. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to Global Diversified Voltage for the amount of $1,388,675 when the contract has been signed by all parties: and
4. Authorized the City Manager to execute any subsequent Amendments to the Agreement with Global Diversified Voltage within the City Council approved annual budgeted amounts, including the authority to authorize the associated purchase orders in accordance with the terms of the agreement, subject to the approval of the City Attorney; and
5. Authorized a budget adjustment as set forth in the fiscal impact section.
RESULT: Approved
I.20 APPROVE A PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT
AND FUNDING/ COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR THE MORENO
MASTER DRAINAGE PLAN LINE K AND RECHE CANYON DEBRIS
BASIN PROJECT LOCATED ADJACENT TO RECHE CANYON
DRIVE/LOCUST DRIVE (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
18 1. Approved a Professional Consultant Services Agreement with CWE for preliminary engineering, design, and construction support for the Moreno Master Drainage Plan (Line K and Reche Canyon Debris Basin Project; and
2. Appro ved the Funding/Cooperative Agreement between the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District and the City of Moreno Valley substantially in the form attached hereto, to utilize master plan drainage fees in the amount of $3,500,000 for i mplementing the Moreno Master Drainage Plan Line K and Reche Canyon Debris Basin Project located adjacent to Reche Canyon Drive/Locust Avenue; and
3. Authorized a budget adjustment as set forth in the Fiscal Impact Section of this report; and
4. Authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement with CWE in the amount of $849,781 funded by Capital Projects Grants (Fund 2301) and the District; and
5. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to CWE for the amount of $849,781 when the agreement has been signed by all parties; and
6. Authorized the City Manager to execute any subsequent amendments to the Agreement for Professional Consultant Services with CWE, within the City Council approved annual budgeted amounts, including the authority to authorize the associated purchase orders in accordance with the terms of the Agreement, subject to the approval of the City Attorney; and
7. Authorized the Public Works Director/City Engineer to approve any minor changes and amendments to the Funding/Cooperative Agreeme nt with the District that may be requested by the District and/or the City, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
I.21 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR
THE REDLANDS BOULEVARD STREETLIGHT IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT BETWEEN GRELCK DRIVE TO THE NORTH CITY LIMITS
(REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
19 That the City Council:
1. Awarded a construction contract to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. for the Redlands Bou levard Streetlight Improvements Project located between Grelck Drive to the North City Limits; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute a contract with Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc., in the amount of $220,783 funded by the DIF Arterial Streets Capital Projects Fund (Fund 3301); and
3. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. for the amount of $242,862 ($220,783 bid amount plus 10% contingency) once the contract has been signed by all parties; and
4. Authorized the Publ ic Works Director/City Engineer to execute any subsequent related change orders to the contract with Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc., up to the budget as previously approved by the Council, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
I.22 ADOPT A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING PORTIONS OF OVERLOOK
CIRCLE FOR PUBLIC UTILITY PURPOSES (REPORT OF: PUBLIC
WORKS)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Adopted Resolution Number 2024 -63 to accept portions of Overlook Circle, specifically Lots B, C, D, and F of Parcel Map 10104 for public right-of-way and public utility purposes as part of the City's maintained road system.
2. Directed the City Clerk to certify the acceptance of said dedicati on and cause said certification to be recorded in the Office of the Recorder of the County of Riverside together with said Resolution.
3. Allowed the Public Works Director/City Engineer to accept the Offer of Dedication of portions of Overlook Circle, spec ifically, Lots B, C, D, and F of Parcel Map 10104 into the City's maintained road system contingent upon the completion of public improvements.
20 RESULT: Approved
I.23 PEN21-0290 (TRACT 38265) COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR THE MORENO VALLEY MASTER DRAINAGE PLAN LINE J-6, ALESSANDRO BOULEVARD (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Approved the Cooperative Agreement between the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conser vation District, the City of Moreno Valley, and Taylor Morrison of California, LLC, for the Master Drainage Plan Line J-6 Extension located on Alessandro Boulevard between Morrison Street and Nason Street; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Cooperative Agreement; and
3. Directed the City Clerk to forward the signed Cooperative Agreement to the District.
RESULT: Approved
K. GENERAL BUSINESS
K.1 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT FOR MANAGER OF THE OFFICE OF
THE MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL/CITY CLERK (REPORT OF: CITY
ATTORNEY)
City Attorney Steven Quintanilla provided the staff report.
With the conclusion of the staff report, Mayor Cabrera called for Council questions of staff.
With no Council questions of staff, Mayor Cabrera called for public comment to be heard.
Roy Bleckert
1. Suggestions.
Mayor Cabrera called for Council deliberation.
The City Council congratulated Acting City Clerk, Patty Rodriguez.
21 Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Acting City Clerk thanked the City Council and City.
Moved by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Mayor Cabrera
Ayes (4): Mayor Cabrera, Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, and Councilmember Delgado District 2
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
L. REGIONAL COMMISSION/COMMITTEE/BOARD REPORTS
L.1 REGIONAL COMMISSION/COMMITTEE/BOARD
L.1.1 March Joint Powers Commission (JPC)
Councilmember Delgado reported the following:
We heard an update about the Airport Land Use
Commission.
We approved an extension to the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with the Riverside County Sheriff’s office.
Finally, we approved a Memorandum of Agreement with
March Air Reserve Base, establishing a cost-sharing formula for maintaining flight facilities.
L.1.2 Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency Board of Directors (RCHCA)
None.
L.1.3 Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) Mayor Cabrera reported the following:
The Commission approved an amendment to the original
agreement with Joshua Grading & Excavating, Inc. for property maintenance services of Commission-owned railroad right of way property for an additional amount of $2,860,000, and a total amount not to exceed $7,160,000.
The Commission adopted its 2025 Commission/Committee Meeting Schedule and directed staff to be dark in July.
22 L.1.4 Riverside Transit Agency Board of Directors (RTA) Mayor Pro Tem Barnard reported the following:
Tonight, I’m providing updates from the RTA Board Administration and Operations Committee meeting held on November 6th.
The Committee approved Staffing Upgrade Requests and Updated Fiscal Year 2025 Salary and Wage Schedule effective November 21, 2024.
L.1.5 Western Riverside Council of Governments Executive Committee (WRCOG)
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz reported the following:
At the WRCOG Executive Committee meeting on November 4, 2024, the following reports were received and filed: Fiscal Department activities, Committees and Agency activities, Various (external) Committees, I-REN Monthly activities, and Energy Resilience 2.0 activities.
Additionally, WRCOG Executive Committee took the following actions:
Authorized two TUMF Program agreements for
reimbursement.
Approved of a Memorandum of Understanding between
WRCOG and the Riverside County Transportation
Commission (RCTC) for the SR-79 Realignment Project.
The Executive Committee also discussed possible changes to in- person meeting requirements, meeting frequency, and meeting stipends. The Executive Committee decided not to change the current meeting policy and to bring back further discussion information on the stipends and mileage.
Next Meeting
The next Executive Committee meeting is scheduled for December 2, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., at the County of Riverside Administrative Center, 4080 Lemon Street, 1st Floor, Board Chambers, Riverside, CA.
L.1.6 Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority Board of Directors (RCA)
23 Mayor Cabrera reported the following:
At the RCA Board of Directors meeting on November 4, 2024, the following reports were received and filed: MSHCP Fee Collection for August 2024, JPR Status, Acquisition Status, Monthly Investments for August 2024, and Legislative Updates.
Additionally, the RCA Board took the following actions:
Authorized the acceptance of grant funds for the acquisition of real property.
Declared that certain real property near the City of Corona is exempt Surplus Land and approved a land exchange with
Temescal Land Company, LLC.
Awarded a 2-year contract for Professional Services for Wildfire Management Planning to Dudek.
Amended an existing contract with ICF Jones & Stokes to address the Crotch’s Bumble Bee.
Finally, there was a Presentation on the Reserve of the Month, or the Kehl Canyon Complex located in Calimesa.
L.1.7 School District/City Joint Task Force
None.
M. EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION REPORTS
None.
N. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
1. City awards.
2. Snow Day, Tree Lighting Ceremony, and City's 40th Birthday event.
3. Happy Thanksgiving.
O. CITY COUNCIL CLOSING COMMENTS
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz
1. City awards.
2. WRCOG-Affordable Housing.
3. Cal Cities.
24 4. Boards and Commissions.
5. EV Master Plan
Moved by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4
Motion to allow the Environmental Historical Preservation Committee to present their proposal for a contest to design a new City flag.
RESULT: Approved (2 to 0)
Councilmember Delgado
1. Senior Citizen's Board.
2. Thanked a Vet.
Mayor Pro Tem Barnard
1. Thanked residents for attending the meeting.
2. Cal Cities.
Mayor Cabrera
1. City projects.
2. Elections.
3. MVUSD projects.
4. Happy Thanksgiving.
P. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Cabrera adjourned the meeting at 10:52 pm.
25 Submitted by:
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M. Patricia Rodriguez
Acting Manager of the Office of the Mayor and City Council/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, Moreno Valley Financing Corporation
Secretary, Board of Library Trustees
Secretary, Public Financing Authority
Secretary, Moreno Valley Community Foundation
Approved by:
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Ulises Cabrera
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, Moreno Valley Financing Corporation
Chairperson, Board of Library Trustees
Chairperson, Public Financing Authority
Chairperson, Moreno Valley Community Foundation