1 March 4, 2025
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: RECOGNITION: OUTSTANDING SERVICE – ENGINE & SQUAD 6
Mayor Cabrera presented the proclamation to Engine and Squad 6 for their incredible act of service in successfully resuscitating a young child. Mayor Cabrera also presented a recognition to Doug Ulibarri, Emergency Management Coordinator for incredible act of service in clearing the airways of a toddler choking at a local restaurant.
2. RECOGNITION: NATIONAL WOMEN’S MONTH PROCLAMATION
Councilmember Barnard presented the proclamation proclaiming National Women’s Month to Luz Gallegos.
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
2 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 6:00 pm by Mayor Cabrera in the Council Chamber located at 14177 Frederick Street, Moreno Valley, CA.
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 Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz.
C. INVOCATION
The invocation was provided by Dr. Ali Al-Saadon from Muslim Family Foundation.
D. ROLL CALL
Present:
Ulises Cabrera - Mayor
Elena Baca-Santa Cruz - Mayor Pro Tem
Ed Delgado - Councilmember
Erlan Gonzalez- Councilmember
Cheylynda Barnard – Councilmember
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
Sonia Gomez– Management Assistant
Steven Quintanilla - City Attorney
Brian Mohan - City Manager
Launa Jimenez – Assistant City Manager/City Treasurer
Dena Heald - Chief Financial Officer
Sean Kelleher - Assistant City Manager/Development Services
3 Angelica Frausto-Lupo – Community Development Director Melissa Walker - Public Works Director
Patty Yhuit - Parks and Community Division Manager
Robert Cardenas - Human Resources Director
Keith Gemmell – Acting Economic Development Director
Sarah Mack - Chief Police
Jesse Park - Fire Chief
G. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Approved Agenda Order
Ayes (5): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Barnard District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
RESULT: Approved (5 to 0)
H. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
James Harris
1. May 31st Community Softball Game
James Armour
1. Inland Compassion.
David Nielsen
1. Hole in the Wall update.
Richard Bolter
1. Hole in the Wall update.
Christopher Baca
1. Concerns with special interest.
Benjamin Shuler
4 1. Hole in the Wall.
Roy Bleckert
1. Critical of Mayor Cabrera.
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
Motion to discuss the Homekey+ Grant at the next scheduled Homeless Ad Hoc Committee
RESULT: Approved
I. JOINT CONSENT CALENDARS
Mayor Cabrera asked the City Council if there were any items they would like pulled for separate action.
Councilmember Delgado stated he would like I.6 pulled for separate action.
With no further items being pulled, Mayor Cabrera called for public comments on the items on the Consent Calendar, excluding I.6.
Seth Cox
1. CIP budget concerns.
Christopher Baca
1. Concerns.
With no further public comments, Mayor Cabrera provided comments on I.5.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz stated she will not be in attendance on the SCAG General Assembly scheduled for May 1st, 2025. With her absence from the General Assembly, Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz suggested appointing another alternate.
Mayor Cabrera made a motion to approve the Consent Calendar, excluding I.6 and amending I.5 to appoint Council Member Delgado as the alternate.
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Approved the Joint Consent Calendars
5 Ayes (5): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Barnard District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
RESULT: Approved (5 to 0)
I.1 ORDINANCES – SECOND READING/ADOPTION
I.2 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL- CLOSED SESSION - FEBRUARY 18, 2025 - 4:00 PM - NONE
I.3 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING - FEBRUARY 18, 2025 - 6:00 PM
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Approved City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Regular Meeting Minutes for February 18, 2025
RESULT: Approved
I.4 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL - STUDY SESSION - FEBRUARY 11, 2025 - 6:00 PM
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Approved City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Study Session Meeting Minutes for February 11, 2025
RESULT: Approved
I.5 APPOINT A VOTING DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE DELEGATE TO THE
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG)
2025 ANNUAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY (MAYOR ULISES CABRERA -
DELEGATE, MAYOR PRO TEM ELENA BACA-SANTA CRUZ -
ALTERNATE) (REPORT OF: CITY CLERK)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Appointed a Delegate, Mayor Ulises Cabrera, and an Alternate, Councilmember Ed Delgado, to the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Annual General Assembly on May 1, 2025.
6 2. Directed staff to submit the names to SCAG.
RESULT: Approved
I.6 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE RESOLUTION NO. 2025-055 (REPORT OF: CITY MANAGER)
RESULT: Item moved off the Consent Calendar for separate action, please see the item action at the end of the Consent Calendar I.7 ACTION ON AMENDMENTS & ASSIGNMENT CONSENT FOR
“ELEVATE AT TOWNGATE” (REPORT OF: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
& HOUSING)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That City Council and Housing Authority:
1. First Amendment to 1995 Owner Participation and Loan Agreement ("1995 OPA Amendment")
2. First Amendment to 1995 Agreement Containing Covenants Affecting Real Property ("1995 Covenants Amendment")
3. Consented to Assignment and Assumption of 1995 Agreements and 2000 Agreements ("Consent to Assignment")
RESULT: Approved
I.8 FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 MID-YEAR OPERATING & CIP BUDGET
REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE MID-YEAR OPERATING & CIP
BUDGET AMENDMENTS (FINANCIAL & MANAGEMENT SERVICES)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Rec eived and filed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024/25 Mid -Year Operating Budget Review.
2. Received and filed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024/25 Mid -Year CIP Budget Review.
7 3. Adopted Resolution No. 2025 -10. 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.
That the CSD:
1. Adopted Resolution No. CSD 2025-03. 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 Housing Authority:
1. Adopted Resolution No. HA 2025 -01. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, adopting the revised oper ating and CIP budgets for Fiscal Year 2024/25.
That the Moreno Valley Community Foundation:
1. Adopted Resolution No. MVCF 2025-01. 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 2025 -01. 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.
RESULT: Approved
I.9 ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PARCELS INTO CFD NO. 2021-01 (PARKS MAINTENANCE) (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL & MANAGEMENT
SERVICES)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the CSD:
8 1. Adopted Resolution No . CSD 2025 -04, 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 No. 2021 -01 (Parks Maintenance) 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 (Amendments Nos. 227, 229, 230, 231, 233, and 238).
RESULT: Approved
I.10 ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PARCELS INTO CFD NO. 2023-01 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES) (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL & MANAGEMENT
SERVICES)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Acting as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 2023- 01 (Public Safety Services), adopted Resolution No. 2025 -11, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, ordering the annexati on 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 this staff report and as previo usly approved by the Landowner and certified by the City’s Election Official (Amendments Nos. 41, 43, 44, 45, 47 and 53).
RESULT: Approved
I.11 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR
CITYWIDE FULL TRASH CAPTURE DEVICE INSTALLATION PROJECT NUMBER 804 0018 (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
9 1. Authorized to award a contract to G2 Construction, Inc. for the construction of the Citywide Full Trash Capture De vice Installation project; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute a contract with G2 Construction, Inc. in the amount of $384,800 funded by Storm Water Management (Fund 2008); and
3. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to G2 Construction, In c. for the amount of $423,280 (Base Bid and Additive Bid No.1 amount of $384,800 plus 10% 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 G2 Construction, Inc. up to the project budget as previously approved by City Council, subject to the approval of the City Attorney; and
RESULT: Approved
I.12 APPROVAL OF A WATER QUALITY BASIN MAINTENANCE
AGREEMENT FOR PEN20-0063 (TRACT 37909) (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Approved the Maintenance Agreement by and between the City of Moreno Valley and Iris Park Owners Association, a Califor nia nonprofit mutual benefit corporation, authorizing the City to maintain the Water Quality Basin located within PEN20 -0063 (Tract 37909) on the southside of Iris Avenue at Wedow Drive; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Maintenance Agreeme nt by and between the City of Moreno Valley and Iris Park Owners Association, a California nonprofit mutual benefit corporation subject to the approval of the City Attorney; and
3. Authorized the City Clerk to transmit the executed Maintenance Agreement by and between the City of Moreno Valley and Iris Park
10 Owners Association, a California nonprofit mutual benefit corporation to the Riverside County Recorder's Office for recordation.
RESULT: Approved
I.6 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE RESOLUTION NO. 2025-055 (REPORT OF: CITY MANAGER)
The City Council declined the presentation from City Manager Brian Mohan.
With no staff questions, Mayor Cabrera called for public comments to be heard.
Natalia Saca
1. Supported.
Luz Gallegos
1. Supported.
Gabriel
1. Supported.
Gerardo
1. Supported.
Delilah
1. Supported.
Maria Andrea Baez
1. Supported.
Bryan Sanchez
1. Supported.
Luis Nolasco
1. Supported.
Zoey
1. Supported.
Councilmember Barnard left the dais at 7:03pm.
11 Councilmember Barnard returned at 7:09pm.
Gabriela Perez
1. Supported.
Eddie Torres
1. Supported.
Angie Santos
1. Supported.
Martha Elena Prado
1. Supported.
Sammie Luna
1. Supported.
Linda
1. Supported.
Roy Bleckert
1. Opposed.
Christopher Baca
1. Supported.
With the conclusion of public comments, Mayor Cabrera called for Council deliberation.
City Manager Brian Mohan and City Attorney Steven Quintanilla provided comments to Council.
After Council deliberation, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:
1. Considered approval of Resolution No. 2025 -09, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, suppor ting County of Riverside Resolution No. 2025-055.
12 Ayes (4): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Barnard District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, and Councilmember Gonzalez District 3 Nayes (1): Councilmember Delgado District 2
RESULT: Approved (4 to 1)
J. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
None.
K. GENERAL BUSINESS
K.1 BACKGROUND INFORMATION REGARDING SHOPPING CENTER
SECURITY REQUIREMENTS (REPORT OF: CITY MANAGER)
Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz left the dais at 7:36pm.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz returned to the dais at 7:39pm.
City Manager Brian Mohan provided the staff report.
At the conclusion of the staff report, Mayor Cabrera called for Council questions of staff.
Councilmember Delgado, Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Barnard, Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz, and Mayor Cabrera asked questions of staff.
City Manager Brian Mohan and Chief of Police Sarah Mack responded to Council's inquiries.
With the conclusion of Council questions, Mayor Cabrera called for public comments to be heard.
With no public comments for this item, Mayor Cabrera called for Council deliberation.
Councilmember Delgado, Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Barnard, Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz, and Mayor Cabrera deliberated on the item.
With the conclusion, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Councilmember Barnard motioned to bring back an Ordinance to City Council to require all commercial centers larger than two acres and multifamily projects of 51 dwelling units or more, to submit a detailed security plan.
13 Moved by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
Seconded by: Mayor Cabrera
That the City Council:
1. Reviewed background information regarding the shopping center security requirements and provide any necessary direction.
Ayes (5): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Barnard District 4, Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
RESULT: Approved (5 to 0)
L. REGIONAL COMMISSION/COMMITTEE/BOARD REPORTS
L.1 REGIONAL COMMISSION/COMMITTEE/BOARD
L.1.1 March Joint Powers Commission (JPC)
None.
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 Committee heard a presentation of the proposed Commission Policy Goals and Objectives for the Fisal Year (FY) 2025/26 budget and approved the Fiscal Accountability Policies.
The Committee also approved the RCTC Project Prioritization Framework for the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) 2025 Call for Project Nominations.
L.1.4 Riverside Transit Agency Board of Directors (RTA) Councilmember Barnard reported the following:
The Board heard a presentation from Braille Institute.
The Board authorized to award an agreement to New Flyer of America, Inc. to purchase five (5) low-floor, 40-foot hydrogen fuel cell buses in the amount of $9,313,022.
14 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
Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz reported the following:
The Joint Task Force met on February 18th. In addition to City representatives, representatives from the Moreno Valley Unified School District, Val Verde Unified School District, California State Parks at Lake Perris, Riverside County Board of Supervisors - 5th District, Think Together and Rising Stars Business Academy attended the meeting. Highlights include:
The City of Moreno Valley’s and Moreno Valley Unified School District’s ‘Joint Use Agreement’, that pertains to pool use for residents during the Summer Break. Of course, the biggest caveat is Public Safety and Insurance, however, it has been agreed that there will be ability for this upcoming School Year.
Moreno Valley Unified School District and Val Verde Unified School District echoed their unity during a time of fear and uncertainty as it pertains to student attendance. Both Dr. Ruvalcaba from MVUSD and Deputy Superintendent Mark LeNoir from VVUSD are
committed to all our students and their ability to receive an education.
THINK Together, gave a brief update on their capacities. THINK Together has 400 Employees that cover over 5,000 after-school students. These students are spread throughout MVUSD and VVUSD, and the team is focusing on Policy and Procedures within both School District’s specific jurisdiction to ensure students and parents are properly served.
15 California State Park – Lake Perris, are continuing their efforts on improvements in the area, specifically on the Southside of the Lake that border Perris and Ramona Express Way.
Riverside County Supervisor’s Office, 5th District, is promoting and accepting applications for its ‘Furry Pets Adoption Program’. The program seeks to assist pets from the San Jacinto Animal, by granting screened individuals a chance to adopt a pet for a few weeks. All costs are subsidized by the program, with the option of long-term adoption available after the conclusion of an adoption period.
M. EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION REPORTS
None.
N. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
1. Congratulated New Chief Financial Officer, Dena Heald.
2. Multicultural and Arts Festival.
3. Adaptive Egg Hunt.
O. CITY COUNCIL CLOSING COMMENTS
Councilmember Barnard
1. City events.
2. Thanked City staff.
Councilmember Gonzalez
1. Thanked City Staff.
2. City events.
3. International Women's Day
Councilmember Delgado
1. Compassion.
2. Senior Center.
16 3. Thanked non-profits for their presentations.
4. Town Hall.
5. Income tax assistance at Moreno Valley Library.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz
1. City events.
2. Utilities Commission.
3. Absence from March 18, 2025 City Council meeting.
Mayor Cabrera
1. Kcal news interview.
2. Multicultural and Arts Festival.
3. Mural Grand Opening.
4. Car show at Moreno Valley Mall.
5. City of Moreno Valley updates.
P. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Cabrera adjourned the meeting at 8:23 pm.
17 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 Public 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 Public Financing Corporation Chairperson, Board of Library Trustees
Chairperson, Public Financing Authority
Chairperson, Moreno Valley Community Foundation