1 December 17, 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 (5:30 PM)
1. RECOGNITION: RANCHO VERDE CRIMSON REGIMENT – 2025 ROSE
PARADE PERFORMANCE
Councilmember Delgado presented the Proclamation to the Rancho Verde Crimson Regiment.
2. RECOGNITION: GAYLE PENA – 2025 ROSE PARADE (ARABIAN HORSE GROUP)
Councilmember Gonzalez presented the proclamation to Gayle Pena, a participant in the Rose Parade with the Arabian Horse Group.
3. RECOGNITION: MIKE LEE- CITY MANAGER
Mayor Cabrera presented the proclamation to City Manager Mike Lee in honor of his retirement at the end of the month.
2 A. 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 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 6:03 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 Gonzalez.
C. INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Dr. Mark Krom from Mark Ministries.
D. ROLL CALL
Present:
Ulises Cabrera - Mayor
Ed Delgado - Councilmember
Erlan Gonzales- Councilmember
Elena Baca-Santa Cruz - Councilmember
Absent:
Cheylynda Barnard - Mayor Pro Tem
E. MOTIONS TO EXCUSE ABSENCES
None.
F. STAFF INTRODUCTIONS
Patty Rodriguez - Manager of the Office of Mayor and City Council/City Clerk Paul Bradvica - Deputy City Clerk
Steven Quintanilla- City Attorney
Mike Lee - City Manager
3 Brian Mohan - Assistant City Manager
Launa Jimenez – Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer
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
Keith Gemmell – Acting Economic Development Director
Tim Brause - Lieutenant, Police
Jesse Park - Fire Chief
G. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Motion to continue Item K.1, the selection of Mayor Pro Tem, to the January 7th City Council meeting.
Ayes (4): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Councilmember Gonzalez District 3 Absent (1): Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Motion to table Item K.3, Employment Agreement for City Manager/Executive Director.
Ayes (4): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Councilmember Gonzalez District 3 Absent (1): Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
4 Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Motion to approve the order of the agenda.
Ayes (4): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Councilmember Gonzalez District 3 Absent (1): Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
H. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Fred Banuelos
1. Transparency.
Paul Lovato
1. Appreciation.
Al Masuk
1. Moreno Valley Sports Club.
2. Moreno Valley Badminton Tournament.
Shameen Ahmed
1. Moreno Valley Sports Club.
2. Moreno Valley Badminton Tournament.
Raj Desai
1. Moreno Valley Sports Club.
2. Moreno Valley Badminton Tournament.
Kitoi Ngo
1. Moreno Valley Sports Club.
2. Moreno Valley Badminton Tournament.
Seth Cox
1. Welcomed new Councilmember.
2. Homeless Ad Hoc Committee.
5 Jason Ngo
1. Moreno Valley Sports Club.
2. Moreno Valley Badminton Tournament.
RiPovan Kalyan
1. Moreno Valley Sports Club.
2. Moreno Valley Badminton Tournament.
Tillor Rahmen
1. Moreno Valley Sports Club.
2. Moreno Valley Badminton Tournament.
Absen Ahmed
1. Moreno Valley Sports Club.
2. Moreno Valley Badminton Tournament.
Bob Palomarez
1. Donkeyland.
Roy Bleckert
1. Criticisms.
I. JOINT CONSENT CALENDARS
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Approved the Joint Consent Calendars
Ayes (4): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Councilmember Gonzalez District 3 Absent (1): Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
I.1 ORDINANCES – SECOND READING/ADOPTION
I.2 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL- CLOSED SESSION - DECEMBER 3, 2024 - 4:30 PM.
6 Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Approval of City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Regular Meeting Minutes for December 3, 2024.
RESULT: Approved
I.3 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING - DECEMBER 3, 2024 - 6:00 PM.
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Approval of City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Regular Meeting Minutes for December 3, 2024.
RESULT: Approved
I.4 EXECUTION OF ORDINANCE IMPLEMENTING MEASURE U “LOCAL
MORENO VALLEY ESSENTIAL SERVICES REAUTHORIZATION
MEASURE” (REPORT OF: CITY ATTORNEY)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Authorized the Mayor to sign the Ordinance 1015 implementing Measure U, titled “Local Moreno Valley Essential Services Reauthorization Measure” passed and adopted by the People (Voters) of the City of Moreno Valley at the Consoli dated General Municipal Election held on November 5, 2024.
RESULT: Approved
I.5 COUNCIL TRAINING & TRAVEL EXPENDITURE REPORTS FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 (REPORT OF: CITY CLERK)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Received and filed the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 City Council Training & Travel Expenditure Report for the month of October 2024.
7 RESULT: Approved
I.6 FY 24-25 EXPENDITURE REPORT SHEET (Dec 5.2024) (REPORT OF:
CITY CLERK)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Received and filed the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Council Discretionary Expenditure Report for July 1, 2024, through October 31, 2024.
RESULT: Approved
I.7 LIST OF PERSONNEL CHANGES (REPORT OF: CITY MANAGER) Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Ratified the list of personnel changes as described.
RESULT: Approved
I.8 PAYMENT REGISTER – OCTOBER 2024 (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL &
MANAGEMENT SERVICES)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Received and filed Payment Register.
RESULT: Approved
I.9 ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A JOINT COMMUNITY
FACILITIES AGREEMENT, VVUSD COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2025-1 (RESO. NO. 2024-70) (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL &
MANAGEMENT SERVICES)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
8 1. Adopted Resolution No. 2024 -70, a Resolution Approving the Joint Community Facilities Agreement between Lennar Homes of California, LLC, Val Verde Unified School District, and the City of Moreno Valley, in substantially the form attached hereto with modifications subject to City Attorney approval and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement and related documents.
RESULT: Approved
I.10 DISASTER RESPONSE PLAN (REPORT OF: FIRE)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Received and filed the Disaster Response Plan.
RESULT: Approved
I.11 AUTHORIZE APPLICATION AND ACCEPTANCE OF FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FUNDS FROM THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES, ACCEPT
AWARDED FUNDS AND ADOPT A RESOLUTION (REPORT OF: PARKS
AND COMMUNITY SERVICES)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council and CSD:
1. Authorized the submission of a Continued Funding Application (CFA) for Child Care Development Program Funds from the California Department of Social Services (CDSS) for fiscal year 2025-26; and
2. Upon approval of the CFA, authorized acceptance of Child Care Development Program funds in the approved amount and any subsequent amendments for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26 from the CDSS for the purpose of providing school -age child care and development services and authorize the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or it's designee to make modifications to the revenue and expenditure budget which will be net neutral, based on the final contract amount (which could be more or less than estimated); and
9 3. Adopted Resolution No. CSD 2024 -62. A resolution of the Moreno Valley Community Services District of the City of Moreno Valley, California, certifying approval of the governing board to enter into this transaction with the California Department of Social Services for providing child care and development services and to authorize designated pers onnel to sign contract documents for FY 2025-26.
RESULT: Approved
I.12 AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE MATERIALS AND AWARD A
CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR POLICE STATION EVIDENCE
ROOM AND LOCKERS IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (REPORT OF:
POLICE)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Awarded a construction contract to McMurray Stern for the Police Station Evidence Room and Lockers Improvements for Capital Improvement Plan Project Number 803 0063; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute a Construction Contract with McMurray Stern in the amount of $24,950.00 funded by the Facilities Construction Fund (Fund 3000); and
3. Approved the purchase of materials from McMurray Stern in the amount of $8 9,439.48 for the Police Station Evidence Room and Locker Improvements, Project 803 0063; and
4. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to McMurray Stern in the amount of $114,389.48 for the purchase of materials and installation; and
5. Authorized t he City Manager to execute subsequent Construction Change Orders with McMurray Stern, including the authority to authorize associated purchase orders in accordance with the contract terms, subject to the approval of the City Manager and within the budgetar y amounts previously approved by Council as part of the adopted and/or amended budget process.
RESULT: Approved
10 I.13 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE MORENO VALLEY CITY HALL ANNEX NUMBER 1, WATER
METER/SERVICE CONNECTION (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Awarded a construction contract to CEM Construction Corporation for the Moreno Valley City Hall Annex Number 1, Water Meter/Service Connection Project Number 803 0065 Located at 14331 Frederick Street; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute a contract with CEM Construction Corporation in the amount of $340,975.00 funded by Facility Construction (Fund 3000); and
3. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to CEM Construction Corporation for the amount of $392,121.00 ($340,975.00 bid amount plus a 15% contingency) when the contract has been signed by all parties; and
4. Authorized the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute any subsequent change orders to the contract with CEM Construction Corporation up to the budget as previously approved by City Council, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
5. Authorized a budget adjustment as set forth in the fiscal impact section of this report.
RESULT: Approved
I.14 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR
PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FOR VARIOUS LOCAL STREETS CDBG
FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 PROJECT (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Awarded a construction contract to Hardy & Harper, Inc. for the Pavement Rehabilitation for Various Local Streets (CDBG Fiscal Year 2023-24) Project in the area located sout h of Cactus Avenue, between Perris Boulevard and Kitching Street and on Brill Road; and
11 2. Authorized the City Manager to execute a contract with Hardy & Harper, Inc. in the amount of $2,738,000.00 funded by the Community Development Block Grant Funds (Fun d 2512) and Capital Project Reimbursement Funds (Fund 3008); and
3. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to Hardy & Harper, Inc. for the amount of $3,148,700 (bid amount plus 15% contingency) when the contract has been signed by all parties; and
4. Authorized the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute any subsequent related change orders to the contract with Hardy & Harper, Inc. up to the budget as previously approved by Council, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
I.15 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A DESIGN CONTRACT FOR THE
STEEPLECHASE DRIVE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT (REPORT OF:
PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Awarded a design contract to Dewberry Engineers Inc. for the Steeplechase Drive Reconstruction Project Number 801 0107 Located on Steeplechase Drive between Ironwood Avenue and Kalmia Avenue; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute a contract with Dewberry Engineering Inc., in the amount of $388,650 funded by the Measure A Fund (Fund 2001); and
3. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to Dewberry Engineers Inc. for the amount of $388,650 once the contract has been signed by all parties; and
4. Authorized the Pub lic Works Director/City Engineer to execute any subsequent related amendments to the contract with Dewberry Engineering Inc., up to the budget as previously approved by the Council, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
12 I.16 CITY HALL ELEVATOR MODERNIZATION PROJECT (REPORT OF:
PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Approved the award of a Construction Agreement to Ambit Construction and Design Inc. for the Elevator Modernization Project Number 803 0059 Located at the City of Moreno Valley the City Hall Facility Located at 14177 Frederick Street; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Agreement with Ambit Construction and Design Inc. in the amount of $400,020 ($333,350 bid price plus 20% contingency), subject to the approval of the City Attorney; and
2. Authorized the issuance of a purchase order to Ambit Construction and Design, Inc. funded by the Facility Construction Fund (Fund 300 0) in the amount of $400,020 ($333,350 bid price plus 20% contingency) in accordance with the approved terms of the agreement; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to execute any subsequent Amendments to the Agreement with Ambit Construction and Design Inc. including the authority to authorize any associated purchase orders and/or change orders, in accordance with the terms of the Agreement, contingent upon the approved budget and subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
I.17 APPROVE ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR ENERGY ASSISTANCE
PROGRAMS AND APPROVE INCENTIVES FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE
CHARGING STATION EQUIPMENT REBATE PROGRAM (REPORT OF:
PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Approved an additional budget allocation of $200,000 for the Moreno Valley Electric Utility Assistance Programs; and
13 2. Approved a budget allocation of $200,000 for the Electric Vehicle Charging Station Equipment Rebate Program; and
3. Approved Resolution 2024 -71, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, to approve and confirm the Electric Rules for the Moreno Valley Electric Utility to be effective January 2025.
RESULT: Approved
I.18 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR
THE PERRIS BOULEVARD SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION SAFETY
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Approv ed a Highway Safety Improvement construction contract to Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc. for the Perris Boulevard Signalized Intersection Safety Improvements Project Number 808 0037; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute a contract with Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc. in the amount of $451,752.00 ($411,752.00 bid amount plus $40,000.00 contingency), funded by Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Grant Funds (Fund 2301) and State Gas Tax Funds (Fund 2000); and
3. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc. for the amount of $451,752.00 when the contract has been signed by all parties; and
4. Authorized the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute any subsequent related change orders to the contract w ith Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc. up the contingency amount, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
I.19 SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE UPDATING
CITY PARTICIPATION IN THE WESTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY
TRANSPORTATION UNIFORM MITIGATION FEE PROGRAM (REPORT
OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
14 Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Conducted the second reading by title only and adopted Ordinance 1019, amending and up dating the City’s Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee Ordinance Numbers 925 and 950, which is a passthrough fee to WRCOG pursuant to the TUMF program.
RESULT: Approved
J. PUBLIC HEARINGS
J.1 PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR PROGRAM YEAR 2025-2026 & TO ADOPT 2025-2026 OBJECTIVES AND POLICIES (REPORT OF: CITY MANAGER)
Assistant City Manager Brian Mohan provided the staff report.
With the conclusion of the staff report, Mayor Cabrera opened the Public Hearing and called for public comments.
With no public testimony, Mayor Cabrera called for Council deliberation.
With no Council deliberation, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Conducted a Public Hearing to allow for the public to comment on the needs of low- and moderate-income residents in Moreno Valley.
2. Approved the proposed CDBG, HOME, and ESG Grant Objectives and Policies for the 2025-2026 Program Year.
Ayes (4): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Councilmember Gonzalez District 3 Absent (1): Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
15 J.2 DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT PEN24-0080. (REPORT OF:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT)
Community Development Director Angelica Frausto-Lupo provided the staff report.
With the conclusion of the staff report, Mayor Cabrera called for Council questions of staff.
Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Delgado, and Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz asked questions of staff.
With the conclusion of Council comments, Mayor Cabrera called for public comments to be heard.
David Zeitz
1. Concerns.
Bob Palomarez
1. Supported.
With no further public comments, Mayor Cabrera called for Council deliberation.
Applicant, Jeremy Kraut, answered Council's questions.
After Council deliberation, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
1. DETERMINED that Development Agreement PEN24 -0080 is Categorically Exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and CEQA Guidelines as a Class 32 Exemption (In-Fill Development Projects), in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15332; and
2. INTRODUCED Ordinance No. 1020 and conducted the first reading by title only approving Development Agreement PEN24-0080.
Ayes (4): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Councilmember Gonzalez District 3 Absent (1): Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4
16 RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
K. GENERAL BUSINESS
K.1 CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION – SELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM (REPORT OF: CITY CLERK)
The item was continued to the January 7th, 2024, meeting.
K.2 APPROVE AND ADOPT A CITY LOGO SHIRT POLICY FOR THE
COUNCIL APPOINTED BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES
(REPORT OF: CITY MANAGER)
Assistant City Manager Brian Mohan provided the staff report.
With the conclusion of the staff report, Mayor Cabrera called for public comments to be heard.
Carlos Garcia.
1. Supported.
With the conclusion of public comments, Mayor Cabrera called for Council deliberation.
After the conclusion of the Council deliberation, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Moved by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Approved and adopted Administrative Policy 1.14, City Logo Shirt Policy (Appointees), to establish the procurement guidelines of City Logo shirts for the Council appointed Boards, Commissions, and Committees.
Ayes (4): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Councilmember Gonzalez District 3 Absent (1): Mayor Pro Tem Barnard District 4
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
K.3 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT FOR CITY MANAGER / EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR (REPORT OF: CITY ATTORNEY)
17 The item was tabled.
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 updates about the Riverside National Cemetery and US Vet’s March Veterans Village.
We approved the 2025/26 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule.
Finally, we approved Amazon’s request to replace one of their air transportation providers with another airline, to comply with the exact same terms, restrictions, and
operating schedule.
L.1.2 Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency Board of Directors (RCHCA)
Mayor Cabrera reported the following:
At the RCHCA Board of Directors meeting on December 12, 2024, the reports for Financial, Contracts and Grants, Stephens' Kangaroo Rat (SKR) Fee Collections and Reserve Management and Monitoring Efforts, Reserve Management for the Southwestern Riverside County Multi-Species/Lake Mathews Reserves, Reserve Management Coordinating Committee, Stephens’ Kangaroo Rat Recovery Efforts were received and filed.
Additionally, staff recommendations were approved for the following:
Schedule of Board of Directors Meetings for 2025
Election of Leadership for Calendar Year 2025
Cajalco Road Widening and Safety Enhancement Project
Section 4(f) Proposed De Minimis Use for Lake Mathews-
Estelle Mountain Core Reserve
The board meeting ended when one of the board members present had to leave the meeting. The remaining items on the agenda (Educational Outreach Program Activities Update and RCHCA
18 Board of Directors Voting Bylaws) were tabled for the next RCHCA Board of Directors Meeting due to an unforeseen lack of quorum.
L.1.3 Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) None.
L.1.4 Riverside Transit Agency Board of Directors (RTA) Mayor Cabrera reported the following:
The Committee approved Updated Human Resources Policy
Section 5-5 Deferred Compensation.
The Committee authorized staff to add four vehicle transfer applications to the RTA’s retired vehicle recipient waitlist in accordance with the RTA’s vehicle transfer policy.
L.1.5 Western Riverside Council of Governments Executive Committee (WRCOG)
None.
L.1.6 Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority Board of Directors (RCA)
None.
L.1.7 School District/City Joint Task Force
None.
M. EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION REPORTS
None.
N. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
1. Congratulations to Elected Officials.
2. Happy Holidays; shop local!
3. Thanked the City of Moreno Valley.
O. CITY COUNCIL CLOSING COMMENTS
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz
1. Thank you Mike.
2. City events.
19 3. Merry Christmas!
Councilmember Delgado
1. City events.
2. Donkey issue.
3. Thanked crossing guards.
4. Congrats Mike.
5. Merry Christmas.
Councilmember Gonzalez
1. Thankful.
2. Happy Holidays.
Moved by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Seconded by: Mayor Cabrera
Motion to direct staff to investigate the potential of a regional sports park.
RESULT: Approved
Mayor Cabrera
1. City events.
2. Homeless taskforce.
3. Moreno Valley Sports Club.
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Motion to direct staff to work with Moreno Valley Sports Club to see how the City can assist in a potential Moreno Valley Badminton Tournament.
RESULT: Approved
P. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Cabrera adjourned the meeting at 7:39 pm.
20 Submitted by:
__________________________
M. Patricia Rodriguez
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:
___________________________
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