1 June 3, 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: WATER SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH
Mayor Cabrera presented the proclamation to Fire Chief Jesse Park recognizing the month of May as Water Safety Awareness Month.
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 6:01 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.
2 B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz.
C. INVOCATION
The invocation was provided by Pastor Mark Orellana from Victory Outreach.
D. ROLL CALL
Present:
Ulises Cabrera – Mayor
Elena Baca-Santa Cruz – Mayor Pro Tem
Erlan Gonzalez- Councilmember
Ed Delgado – Councilmember
Cheylynda Barnard Councilmember
E. MOTIONS TO EXCUSE ABSENCES
None.
F. STAFF INTRODUCTIONS
Patty Rodriguez – Manager of the Office of the Mayor and City Council/City Clerk Sonia Gomez – Senior Deputy City Clerk
Steven Quintanilla- City Attorney
Brian Mohan - City Manager
Launa Jimenez – Assistant City Manager/Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer Dena Heald – Chief Financial Officer/City Treasurer
Sean Kelleher – Assistant City Manager/Development Services Angelica Frausto-Lupo – Community Development Director
Keith Gemmell – Acting Economic Development Director
Melissa Walker - Public Works Director
Jeremy Bubnick - Parks and Community Services Director
Robert Cardenas - Human Resources Director
Jesse Park – Fire Chief
3 Sarah Mack - Chief Police
G. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
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
Seth Cox
1. Thanked City staff.
2. Safety requirements for vacant buildings.
3. Transparency.
Keynelca Jones
1. The Bridge Wellness Center.
James Baker
1. Rose Parade float.
Richard Bolter
1. Hole in the Wall.
David Nielsen
1. Hole in the Wall.
Benjamin Shuler
1. Hole in the Wall.
Christopher Baca
1. Concerns.
Roy Bleckert
4 1. Concerns.
I.E. Informer
1. Critical of Mayor Cabrera.
Mark Narcisse
1. Riverside County Sheriff's issues.
Cheyenne Narcisse
1. Riverside County Sheriff's issues.
Joann Stephan
1. Local non-profits.
Louise Palomarez
1. Critical of Mayor Cabrera.
I. JOINT CONSENT CALENDARS
Mayor Cabrera asked the City Council if there were any items they would like pulled for separate action or discussion.
Councilmember Delgado stated he would like to provide comments on items on the agenda.
Mayor Cabrera stated comments can be provided after public comments are heard.
Mayor Cabrera called for public comments to be heard.
Chris Baca (I.14)
1. Concerns.
Rick Dejong (I.14)
1. Concerns.
2. Irrigation.
Donovan Saadiq (I.5)
1. Expansion of Veterinary services.
Donny Wilson (I.14)
1. Concerns.
5 2. Irrigation.
With the conclusion of public comments, Mayor Cabrera called for Council comments.
Councilmember Delgado provided comments on I.5 and I.13.
Mayor Cabrera provided comments on I.6 and I.14.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz provided comments on I.13 and I.14.
City Manager Brian Mohan provided additional comments regarding I.5.
With the conclusion of the comments, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Approve the Joint Consent Calendars
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 - STUDY SESSION - MAY 13, 2025 - 6:00 PM
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Approval of City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Regular Meeting Minutes for May 13, 2025, Study Session, May 20, 2025, Closed Session, and May 20, 2025, Regular Meeting.
RESULT: Approved
I.3 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL - CLOSED SESSION - MAY 20, 2025 - 4:00 PM
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
6 Approval of City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Regular Meeting Minutes for May 13, 2025, Study Session, May 20, 2025, Closed Session, and May 20, 2025, Regular Meeting.
RESULT: Approved
I.4 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING - MAY 20, 2025 - 6:00 PM
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Approval of City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Regular Meeting Minutes for May 13, 2025, Study Session, May 20, 2025, Closed Session, and May 20, 2025, Regular Meeting.
RESULT: Approved
I.5 AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT FOR VETERINARY SERVICES FOR THE MORENO VALLEY ANIMAL SHELTER (REPORT OF: COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Approved the Agreement with Moreno Valley Community Vet Care, owned and operated by Dr. Nicholas A. Storey, D.V.M., and Dr. Joey Cowan, D.V.M. for $1,500,000 for the five -year period beginning July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2030.
2. Authorized the issuance of an annual purchase orders for Moreno Valley Community Vet Care each fiscal year of the Agreement term, subject to funds available in the City Council approved Operating Budget; and
3. Authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement and any subsequent amendments, subject to the approval of the City Attorney, in accordance with approved terms of the Agreement, and within available budget as previously approved by Council.
RESULT: Approved
7 I.6 ADOPT RESOLUTION 2025-39 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER,
OR THEIR DESIGNEE, TO EXECUTE AND SUBMIT DOCUMENTS FOR
BUILDING RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE AND COMMUNITIES
PROGRAM AND ACCEPT GRANT (REPORT OF: COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Adopted Resolution No. 2025 -39, designating and authorizing the City Manager, or their designee, to execute and submit documents to the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Program to obtain federal financial assistance provided by th e Federal Emergency Management Agency through the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services.
2. Accepted the FY23 grant award of $134,141.49 from the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities program.
3. Authorized the Chief Financial Offi cer, or their designee, to make any necessary budget adjustments as set forth in the Fiscal Impact section of this report.
RESULT: Approved
I.7 OFFICE OF THE STATE FIRE MARSHAL UPDATE TO LOCAL
RESPONSIBILITY AREAS FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE MAP AND
INTRODUCTION TO ORDINANCE NO. 1024 (REPORT OF: FIRE)
(DISTRICT: NOT APPLICABLE)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Introduced (First Reading) and subsequently adopted ( Second Reading) Ordinance No. 1024, Amending Title 8 (Building and Construction) of the Moreno Valley Municipal Code by repealing and replacing Chapter 8.36.50 (Requirements for wildland -urban interface areas) by adopting the updated Local Responsibility A rea (LRA) Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) Map as provided by the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM).
8 RESULT: Approved
I.8 ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PARCELS INTO CFD NO. 2021-01 (PARKS MAINTENANCE) (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT
SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the CSD:
1. Adopted Resolution No. CSD 2025 -24, a Resolution of Board for the Moreno Valley Community Services District of the City of Mo reno 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 D iscussion section of this report and as previously approved by the Landowner and certified by the City's Election Official (Amendment Nos. 224, 251-254, 256-259).
RESULT: Approved
I.9 ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PARCELS INTO CFD NO. 2023-01 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES) (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT
SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Acting in the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 2023- 01 (Public Safety Services), adopted Resolution No. 2025 -40, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, ordering annexation of territory to the City of Moreno Valley Community Facilities District, for the s pecific properties as listed in the Discussion section of this report and as previously approved by the Landowner and certified by the City's Election Official (Amendments Nos. 66-72 and 76).
RESULT: Approved
I.10 ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A JOINT COMMUNITY
FACILITIES AGREEMENT, MVUSD COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
9 NO. 2025-1(RESO. NO. 2025-41) (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES) (DISTRICT 3)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Adopted Resolution No. 2025 -41, a Resolution Approving the Joint Community Facilities Agreement between Highpointe MV I, LLC, Moreno Valley Unified School District, and the City of Moreno Valley, in substantially the form attached her eto with modifications subject to City Attorney approval and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement and related documents.
RESULT: Approved
I.11 AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT WITH LIBRARY SYSTEMS & SERVICES, LLC FOR PROFESSIONAL LIBRARY SERVICES (REPORT OF: PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council and CSD:
1. Approved the use (piggyback) of the County of Riverside's Agreement with Library Systems & Services (LS&S), for purposes of negotiated library administrative, labor, and information technology services pricing only; all other terms remain per the City's agreement with the company; and
2. Authorized a five -year agreement with LS&S for the administration and operation of the City's library services in an amount not to exceed $17,378,380 for Fiscal Years 2025/26 through 2029/30; and
3. Authorized the issuance of annual purchase orders for LS&S each fiscal year of the Agreement term, subject to funds available in the City Council approved Operating Budget; and
4. Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute any amendments, purchase orders and/or change orders, contingent upon approved budget, with concurrence of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
10 I.12 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES FOR STAGE, SOUND, AND LIGHTING RENTALS TO BIG
EAR AUDIO, LLC DBA MORNINGSTAR PRODUCTIONS (REPORT OF:
PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES) (DISTRICT: NOT APPLICABLE)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council and CSD:
1. Awarded a five-year Agreement to Big Ear Audio, LLC dba Morningstar Productions to provide professional services for stage, sound, and lighting rentals for Citywide special events and Amphitheater Rentals in an amount not to exceed $632,530.95 for Fiscal Years 2025/26 through 2029/30; and
2. Authorized the issuance of annual purchase orders for Big Ear Audio, LLC dba Morningstar Productions each fiscal year of the Agreement term, subject to funds available in the City Council approved Operating Budget; and
3. Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute any subsequent amendments, purchase orders and/or change orders, conti ngent upon approved budget, with concurrence of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
I.13 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO RED HAWK SERVICES, INC. FOR BRIDGE UNDERPASS PROTECTIVE
FENCING PROJECT (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT 1)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Awarded a construction contract to Red Hawk Services, Inc. for the construction of the Bridge Underpass Protective Fencing Project; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the contract with Red Hawk Services, Inc. in the amount of $99,305.27 funded by General Fund (1010); and
3. Authorized the issuance of a Purchase Order to Red Hawk Services, Inc. in the amount of $109,235.80 (Base Bi d amount of $99,305.27 plus 10% contingency) when the contract has been signed by all parties; and
11 4. Authorized the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute any subsequent change orders to the contract with Red Hawk Services, Inc., up to the project budget as previously approved by the City Council, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
I.14 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO ALL
AMERICAN ASPHALT FOR THE CITYWIDE PAVEMENT
REHABILITATION PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2024-25, PROJECT
NUMBER 801 0102 (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT: ALL
DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Awarded a construction contract to All American Asphalt for the Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Program for Fiscal Year 2024 -25 and authorize the City Manager to execute a contract with All American Asphalt in the amount of $11,418,892.00, funded by Senate Bill 1 (SB1) Funds (Fund 2000A) and Capital Project Reimbursement Funds (Fund 3008); and
2. Awarded an agreement for Professional Consultant Service to GK & Associates to provide construction inspection, material testing and geotechnical services for the Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Program Fiscal Year 2024-25 project and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with GK & Associates in the amount of $345,101.30; and
3. Authorized the issuance of a purchase order to All American Asphalt in the amount of $12,560,781.20 (bid amount plus a 10% contingency) necessary for completing the construction of this project; and
4. Authorized the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute any subsequent change orders to the contract with All American Asphalt that are necessary to complete the project u p to the annual budget as previously approved by the City Council, subject to the approval of the City Attorney; and
5. Authorized the City Manager to execute any subsequent amendments to the Agreement for Professional Consultant Services with GK & Associates, up to the annual budget as approved by the City Council, including the authority to authorize the associated purchase orders in
12 accordance with the terms of the Agreement, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
I.15 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND CONTRACT FOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT RENTAL (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS) Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Approved an Amendment to the Agreement By and Between the City of Moreno Valley and United Rentals (North America), Inc. for heavy equipment rentals; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute an Amendment to the Agreement By and Between the City of Moreno Valley and United Rentals (North America), Inc. in the amount of $350,000, subject to approval of the City Attorney; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to execute any subsequent amendments to the agreement by and between the City of Moreno Valley and United Rentals (North America) , Inc., up to the annual budget as previously approved by the City Council, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
J. PUBLIC HEARINGS
J.1 TOWN CENTER AT MORENO VALLEY SPECIFIC PLAN CONSISTING OF GPA (PEN25-0007), CHANGE OF ZONE (PEN21-0335), SPECIFIC PLAN (PEN21-0334), TTM (PEN22-0077), AND RELATED CEQA
ANALYSIS (SCH NO. 2022040417) (REPORT OF: COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT) (DISTRICT 3)
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.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz asked questions of staff.
13 City Manager Brian Mohan and Community Development Director Angelica Frausto-Lupo responded to Council's inquiries.
With the conclusion of the presentation, Joseph Edwards from Lewi Group Companies, presented the applicants presentation.
With no Council questions of the applicant, Mayor Cabrera called for public comments to be heard.
Salvador Amezquita
1. Supported.
I.E. Informer
1. Supported.
Christopher Baca
1. Supported.
Louise Palomarez
1. Supported.
Roy Bleckert
1. Supported.
With the conclusion of public comments, Mayor Cabrera called for the applicant's rebuttal.
Joseph Edwards stated he has no further comments.
With no applicant rebuttal, Mayor Cabrera called for Council comments and deliberation.
Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Gonzalez, Councilmember Barnard, and Councilmember Delgado provided comments on the item.
With no further Council comments, Mayor Cabrera called for Council deliberation.
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Mayor Cabrera
That the City Council:
1. ADOPTED Resolution No. 2025-42 a) ADOPTING the CEQA Finding of Fact; b ) ADOPTING the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
14 prepared for the Proposed Project pursuant to CEQA and the CEQA Guidelines; c) ADOPTING the Statement of Overriding Considerations pursuant to CEQA and the CEQA Guidelines; and d) CERTIFYING the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) prepared for the Proposed Project pursuant to CEQA and the CEQA Guidelines;
2. ADOPTED Resolution No. 2025 -43: APPROVING General Plan Amendment and General Plan Land Use Map Amendment (PEN25 -0007); b) APPROVING Tentat ive Tract Map No. 38421 (PEN22 -0077); and c0 AUTHORIZING the City Manager, Community Development Director, and City Attorney to approve and execute any necessary amendments to the Purchase and Sale Agreement consistent with the Project’s approved entitlements; and
3. INTRODUCED Ordinance No. 1025 and conduct the first reading by title only: a) APPROVING Change of Zone (PEN21 -0335); b) APPROVING Specific Plan (PEN21 -0334); and c) APPROVING an amendment to the City's Zoning Atlas (Map).
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)
J.2 PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEARS 2025/26 & 2026/27 (2025-44, HA 2025-03, CSD 2025-25, SA 2025-03, MVCF 2025-03) (REPORT OF:
CITY MANAGER) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
City Manager Brian Mohan 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 comments to be heard.
James C. Baker
1. Patriot Park basketball court.
With no further public comments, Mayor Cabrera called for Council comments/deliberation.
15 With no Council comments or 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 adopt Resolution No. 2025 -44. approving the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and Budget for FYs 2025/26 & 2026/27; and
2. Authorized the Public Works Director to prepare/finalize the CIP once adopted by Council for the purpose of completing the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers award program requirements and final distribution; and
3. Authorized the Chief Financial Officer to consolidate the adopted CIP Budget with adopted City Operating Budget for FYs 2025/26 and 2026/27.
That the Housing Authority:
1. Conducted a Public Hearing to adopt Resolution No. HA 2025 -03, a Resolution of the Moreno Valley Housing Authority of the City of Moreno Valley, California, approving the CIP for FYs 2025/26 and 2026/27; and
2. Authorized the Public Works Director to prepa re/finalize the CIP once adopted by Council for the purpose of completing the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers award program requirements and final distribution; and
3. Authorized the Chief Financial Officer to consolidate the adopted CIP Budget with the adopted City Operating Budget for FYs 2025/26 and 2026/27.
That the CSD:
1. Conducted a Public Hearing to adopt Resolution No. CSD 2025 -25, a Resolution of the Community Services District of the City of Moreno Valley, California, approving the CIP for FYs 2025/26 and 2026/27; and
2. Authorized the Public Works Director to prepare/finalize the CIP once adopted by Council for the purpose of completing the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers award program requirements and final distribution; and
16 3. Authorized the Chief Financial Officer to consolidate the adopted CIP Budget with the adopted City Operating Budget for FYs 2025/26 and 2026/27.
That the City Council as Successor Agency:
1. Conducted a Public Hearing to adopt Resolution N o. SA 2025 -03, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moreno Valley, California, approving the CIP for FYs 2025/26 and 2026/27; and
2. Authorized the Public Works Director to prepare/finalize the CIP once adopted by Council for the purpose of completing the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers award program requirements and final distribution; and
3. Authorized the Chief Financial Officer to consolidate the adopted CIP Budget with the adopted Ci ty Operating Budget for FYs 2025/26 and 2026/27.
That the Moreno Valley Community Foundation:
1. Conducted a Public Hearing to adopt Resolution No. MVCF 2025 -03, a Resolution of the Moreno Valley Community Foundation of the City of Moreno Valley, Californi a, approving the CIP for FYs 2025/26 and 2026/27; and
2. Authorized the Public Works Director to prepare/finalize the CIP once adopted by Council for the purpose of completing the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers award program requirements and final distribution; and
3. Authorized the Chief Financial Officer to consolidate the adopted CIP Budget with the adopted City Operating Budget for FYs 2025/26 and 2026/27.
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)
J.3 MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT (PEN25-0021) AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT ANNUAL REPORT (REPORT OF: COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
17 Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz left the dais at 7:58pm.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz returned to the dais at 8:02pm.
Staff report provided by Community Development Director Angelica Frausto-Lupo.
With the conclusion of staff report, Mayor Cabrera opened the floor for Council questions.
With no Council questions of staff, Mayor Cabrera called for public comments to be heard.
With no public comments, Mayor Cabrera called for Council comments/deliberation.
With no Council comments/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. Found that the proposed amendments to the Moreno Valley Municipal Code are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act in accordance with Section 15061 (b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines;
2. Introduced Ordinance No. 1026 at the conclusion of the Public Hearing and adopt the same at a subsequent City Council meeting revising Title 3 (Revenue and Finance), specifically Chapter 3.38 (Residential Development Impact Fees);
3. Introduced Ordinance No. 1027 at the conclusion of the Public Hearing and adopt the same at a subsequent City Council meeting revis ing Title 8 (Building And Construction), specifically Chapter 8.42 (Electric vehicle charging station review process);
4. Introduced Ordinance No. 1028 at the conclusion of the Public Hearing and adopt the same at a subsequent City Council meeting revising Title 9 (Planning And Zoning), specifically Chapter 9.01 (Administration), Chapter
9.02 (Permits And Approvals), Chapter 9.03 (Residential Districts), Chapter 9.08 (General Development Standards), and Chapter 9.09 (Specific Use Development Standards); and
5. Received and filed the Development Agreement Annual Report
18 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)
J.4 PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO CONFIRM
THE NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
REGULATORY RATE SCHEDULE (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
(DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Public Works Director Melissa Walker 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 comments to be heard.
With no public comments, Mayor Cabrera called for Council comments/deliberation.
With no Council deliberation, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Conducted a Public Hearing to review and confirm annual regulatory rate schedule for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Program for New Residential, Common Interest, Commercial, Industrial and Quasi-Public Land Uses; and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 2025-45, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, authorizing and approving the levy of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Regulatory Rate for New and Existing Residential, Common Interest, Commercial, Industrial, and Quasi-Public Use Dev elopment of the County of Riverside Property Tax Roll; and
3. Authorized the Chief Financial Officer to adjust the rates levied on the property tax bills if any changes to the parcels, or other adjustments occur between the City Council meeting date and th e date of submission of the fixed charges to the County of Riverside. The adjustments must ensure
19 that the applied rate does not exceed the maximum rate, and complies with the ballot for each parcel, and the adopted budget.
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)
K. GENERAL BUSINESS
K.1 RECEIVE AND FILE THE DATA OVERVIEW OF THE 2025 RIVERSIDE COUNTY HOMELESS POINT IN TIME COUNT (REPORT OF: CITY
MANAGER) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Staff report provided by City Manager Brian Mohan.
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 comments to be heard.
Louise Palomarez
1. Praised local non-profits.
Mayor Cabrera called Council comments/deliberation.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz provided comments on the item.
Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Received and filed the data overview of the 2025 Riverside County Homeless Point in Time count.
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)
20 L. REGIONAL COMMISSION/COMMITTEE/BOARD REPORTS
L.1 March Joint Powers Commission (JPC)
None.
L.2 Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency Board of Directors (RCHCA)
None.
L.3 Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC)
None.
L.4 Riverside Transit Agency Board of Directors (RTA)
Councilmember Barnard reported the following:
The Board authorized the award of an agreement to Transportation Management & Design, Inc. to conduct a comprehensive operational analysis.
The Board held a public hearing and then adopted the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and the Fiscal Year 2026 through 2028 Short Range Transit Plan.
L.5 Western Riverside Council of Governments Executive Committee (WRCOG)
None.
L.6 Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority Board of Directors (RCA)
Mayor Cabrera reported the following:
At the RCA Board of Directors meeting on June 2, 2025, reports for the Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) Fee Collection, Joint Project Review (JPR) Status, Acquisition Status, Monthly Investment, Consultant Reports, Quarterly Financial Statements, Recuring Contacts, Dudek Contact Amendment, and State and Federal Legislative Update were received and filed.
Staff provided a presentation on Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget.
The presentation consisted of an Executive Summary, Budget Summary, Changes Since the Executive Committee, Revenue/Sources Breakdown, Major Funding Source (Local Development Mitigation Fees), Uses by Program, Uses by Function, Debt Service Highlights, and Capital
21 Acquisitions. The Board motioned to approve the Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025/26 Budget item.
Staff provided a presentation on Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan 101 Part 2, an overview of MSHCP basics, including the Conservation Strategy, Rough Step, Funding, and Reserve Management and Monitoring.
Staff provided a presentation on the Reserve of the Month – San Timoteo Canyon approximately 1,090 acres, located in the Northern part of the plan area, funded using MSHCP Fees and Grants.
Finally, the Board motioned to approve of ratifying the Chair’s appointment of Joseph Morabito to the Executive Committee to fill the current vacancy.
L.7 School District/City Joint Task Force
None.
M. EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION REPORTS
None.
N. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
1. Parks Grand Openings.
2. Community Day of Service, June 14th.
O. CITY COUNCIL CLOSING COMMENTS
Councilmember Barnard
1. Pool safety.
2. Community Softball game.
3. City events.
4. Congratulations graduates.
Councilmember Gonzalez
1. Ribbon Cuttings.
2. Community Softball game.
3. Thanked City staff.
4. Congratulations graduates.
22 Councilmember Delgado
1. Park Grand Openings.
2. Community Softball Game.
3. D-Day, June 6th.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz
1. Park Grand Openings.
2. Community Softball game.
3. Beaumont Cherry Festival.
4. Community Day of Service, June 14th.
5. Congratulations graduates.
6. Asked to close meeting in honor of Greg Donahue.
Mayor Cabrera
1. Park Grand Openings.
2. Community Softball event.
3. Community Day of Service, June 14th.
4. Happy Father's Day.
5. Congratulations graduates.
P. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Motion to place a future agenda item to revisit and potentially modify Policy #1.03.
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)
Q. ADJOURNMENT
23 There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Cabrera adjourned the meeting at 8:39pm in memory of Greg Donahue.
Submitted by:
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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:
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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 Public Financing Corporation Chairperson, Board of Library Trustees
Chairperson, Public Financing Authority
Chairperson, Moreno Valley Community Foundation