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1 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
November 18, 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 (5:30pm)

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 6:02 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

2 The invocation was provided by Pastor Edward Ogwo from Hearbeat of God International Ministries.

D. ROLL CALL

Present:

Cheylynda Barnard - Councilmember
Erlan Gonzalez – Councilmember
Ed Delgado - Councilmember
Elena Baca-Santa Cruz - Mayor Pro Tem
Ulises Cabrera - Mayor
E. MOTIONS TO EXCUSE ABSENCES
None.

F. STAFF INTRODUCTIONS
Patty Rodriguez – Manager of the Office of the Mayor and City Council/City Clerk Paul Bradvica – Deputy City Clerk
Steven Quintanilla- City Attorney
Brian Mohan - City Manager
Launa Jimenez – Assistant City Manager/Administration
Sean Kelleher – Assistant City Manager/Development Services Robert Alvarez – Community Enhancement and Neighborhood Services Division Manager
Kyle Warsinski – Economic Development Director
Melissa Walker - Public Works Director
Jeremy Bubnick - Parks and Community Services Director
Natalie Potter - Human Resources Division Manager
Diana Rockot – Office of Emergency Management Division Manager Sarah Mack - Chief of Police
G. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA

3 Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Approve 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
George Hague

1. 2040 General Plan Update concerns.

Christopher Baca

1. Concerns with Rancho Belago development.

Jacqueline Cooper

1. Public Safety concerns.

Angel Orellana

1. Men's Mental Health Awareness.

Seth Cox

1. Culvert concerns.

2. Official City flag concerns.

James Armour

1. Inland Compassion report.

Pat Busby

1. Building Up Lives report.

Julie Pedroza

1. Building Up Lives report.

Louise Palomarez

1. Concerns with cost of consultants.

4 Deborah Johnson

1. Moreno Meadows Project.

2. Concerns.

B Hunter

1. Project Pantry report.

2. Power Speaks Louder.

Roy Bleckert

1. Concerns.

Bob Palomarez

1. Concerns.

I. JOINT CONSENT CALENDARS
Mayor Cabrera announced he would be recusing himself from voting on item I.2, at the advice of the City Attorney Steven Quintanilla, due to a potential financial conflict of interest.

Mayor Cabrera asked the City Council if there were any items they would like to pull for separate action or discussion.

With Council moving no items being pulled for separate action or discussion, Mayor Cabrera called for public comments to be heard.

Louise Palomarez (I.2)

1. Concerns.

Christopher Baca (I.6, I.9, I.10)

1. Concerns.

Roy Bleckert (I.12, I.12, I.14)

1. Concerns
Mayor Cabrera provided comments on the public art items on the agenda and I.13.

With no further Council questions or comments, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.

5 Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
Approve the Joint Consent Calendars, with Mayor Cabrera recusing himself from item I.2.

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 - NOVEMBER 4, 2025 4:00 PM
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
RESULT: Approved

I.3 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING - NOVEMBER 4, 2025 6:00 PM
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
Approval of City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Regular Meeting Minutes for November 4, 2025 Closed Session and November 4, 2025 Regular Meeting.

RESULT: Approved

I.4 COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY EXPENDITURE REPORTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026, JULY 1, 2025 – SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 (REPORT OF:

CITY CLERK) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:

1. Receive and file the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Counc il Discretionary Expenditure Report for July 1, 2025, through September 30, 2025.

6 RESULT: Approved

I.5 COUNCIL TRAINING & TRAVEL EXPENDITURE REPORTS FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 (REPORT OF: CITY CLERK) (DISTRICT: ALL

DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:

1. Receive and file Fiscal Year 2025/2026 City Council Training & Travel Expenditure Report for the month of September 2025.

RESULT: Approved

I.6 OPERATING AND CIP BUDGET - FY 2025/26 FIRST QUARTER AND CARRYOVERS FROM FY 2024/25 (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND
MANAGEMENT SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:

1. Receive and file the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025/26 First Quarter Operating Budget Review.

2. Receive and file the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025/26 First Quarter CIP Budget Review.

3. Adopt Resolution No. 2025 -72. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, adopting the revised operating and CIP budgets for Fiscal Year 2025/26.

4. Approve the Moreno Valley Community Foundation Budget.

5. Receive and file the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Carryover Memo.

That the CSD:

1. Adopt Resolution No. C SD 2025-31. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, adopting the revised operating and CIP budgets for Fiscal Year2025/26.

That the Housing Authority:

7 1. Adopt Resolution No. HA 2025-06. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, adopting the revised operating and CIP budgets for Fiscal Year 2025/26.

That the City Council as Successor Agency:

1. Adopt Resolution No. SA 2025-05. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, C alifornia, adopting the revised operating and CIP budgets for Fiscal Year2025/26.

That the Moreno Valley Community Foundation:

1. Adopt Resolution No. MVCF 2025-06. A resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, adopting the rev ised operating and CIP budgets for Fiscal Year2025/26.

RESULT: Approved

I.7 RECEIPT OF QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE
QUARTER ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:

1. Receive and file the Quarterly Investment Report for the Quarter ending September 30, 2025, in compliance with the City's Investment Policy.

RESULT: Approved

I.8 RECEIVE THE ANNUAL AB1600 COMPLIANCE REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT
SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:

1. Receive and file the Annual AB 1600 Compliance Report for FY 2024 - 25 in compliance with California Government Code sections 66006 and 66001.

8 2. Approve the finding that staff has demonstrated a continuing need to hold unexpected Development Impact Fees.

RESULT: Approved

I.9 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 Barnard District 4
That the CSD:

1. Adopt Resolution No. CSD 2025 -32, a Resolution of 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 b y the City's Election Official (Amendment Nos. 263, 264, 286, 287, 296, 298, 300, and 301).

RESULT: Approved

I.10 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 Barnard District 4
That the City Council:

1. Acting as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 2023 - 01 (Public Safety Services), adopt Resolution No. 20 25-73, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, ordering the annexation of territory to the City of Moreno Valley Community Facilities 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. 79, 80, 105, 110, 116, 119, 121, and 122).

9 RESULT: Approved

I.11 LIST OF PERSONNEL CHANGES (REPORT OF: HUMAN RESOURCES) (DISTRICT: NOT APPLICABLE)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
The City Council:

1. Ratify the list of personnel changes as described.

RESULT: Approved

I.12 REVIEW AND CONSIDER PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION’S

RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE SELECTION CRITERIA FOR
ART LOAN POLICY #4.04 TO INCLUDE ARTISTS RESIDING IN
RIVERSIDE COUNTY (REPORT OF: PARKS AND COMMUNITY
SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
Public Arts Commission's Recommendation

1. Review and consider approval of the selection criteria for the Art Loan Policy #4.04 to include artists residing in Riverside County.

RESULT: Approved

I.13 AUTHORIZE APPLICATION AND ACCEPTANCE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27

CHILD CARE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FUNDS FROM THE

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES, ACCEPT
AWARDED FUNDS AND ADOPT A RESO. (REPORT OF: PARKS AND
COMMUNITY SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:

1. Authorize 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 2026-27; and

10 2. Upon approval of the CFA, authorize acceptance of Child Care Development Program funds in the approved amount and any subsequent amendments for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 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

3. Adopt Resolution No. CSD 2025 -33. 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 Californi a Department of Social Services for providing childcare and development services and to authorize designated personnel to sign contract documents for FY 2026-27.

RESULT: Approved

I.14 REVIEW AND CONSIDER THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION’S

APPROVAL FOR UTILITY BOX ART PROGRAM APPLICATION-
ALEXANDRA GARCIA AT THE CORNER OF PIGEON PASS RD. AND
OLD LAKE DR. (REPORT OF: PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES)
(DISTRICT 2)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council and CSD:

1. Receive and file the artist presentation; and

2. Review and consider approval of Utility Box Art Program Application from Alexandra Garcia for the design of one utility box wrap at the intersection of Pigeon Pass Rd. & Old Lake Dr.; and

3. Authorize the Executive Director and or its designee to enter into an agreement for services with the approved applicant utilizing funding from DIF Public Art Fund 3316.

RESULT: Approved

I.15 REVIEW AND CONSIDER THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION’S

APPROVAL FOR UTILITY BOX ART PROGRAM APPLICATION-

11 ANDREW LYKO AT THE CORNER OF FREDERICK ST. AND
COTTONWOOD AVE. (REPORT OF: PARKS AND COMMUNITY
SERVICES) (DISTRICT 1)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council and CSD:

1. Receive and file the artist presentation; and

2. Review and consider approval of Utility Box Art Program Application from Andrew Lyko for the design of one utility box wrap at the intersection of Frederick St. and Cottonwood Ave. (Juan Bautista Trail); and

3. Authorize the Executive Director and or its designee to enter into an agreement for services with the approved applicant utilizing funding from DIF Public Art Fund 3316.

RESULT: Approved

I.16 REVIEW AND CONSIDER THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION’S

APPROVAL FOR UTILITY BOX ART PROGRAM APPLICATION-
BRANDON CARN AT THE CORNER OF ELSWORTH ST. AND CACTUS
AVE. (REPORT OF: PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES) (DISTRICT 1)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council and CSD:

1. Receive and file the artist presentation; and

2. Review and consider approval of Utility Box Art Program Application from Brandon Carn for the design of one utility box wrap at the intersection of Elsworth St. and Cactus Ave (Base entrance); and

3. Authorize the Executive Director and or its designee to enter into an agreement for services with the approved applicant utilizing funding from DIF Public Art Fund 3316.

RESULT: Approved

12 I.17 REVIEW AND CONSIDER THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION’S

APPROVAL FOR UTILITY BOX ART PROGRAM APPLICATION-
OCTAVIO OROZCO AT THE CORNER OF ARBOR PARK LN. AND
EUCALYPTUS AVE. (REPORT OF: PARKS AND COMMUNITY
SERVICES) (DISTRICT 1)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council and CSD:

1. Receive and file the artist presentation; and

2. Review and consider approval of Utility Box Art Program Application from Octavio Or ozco for the design of one utility box wrap at the intersection of Arbor Park Ln. and Eucalyptus Ave. (Juan Bautista Trail and Fire Station); and

3. Authorize the Executive Director and or its designee to enter into an agreement for services with the appr oved applicant utilizing funding from DIF Public Art Fund 3316.

RESULT: Approved

I.18 REVIEW AND CONSIDER THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION’S

APPROVAL FOR UTILITY BOX ART PROGRAM APPLICATION-
SHAYNE MITCHELL AT THE CORNER OF IRIS AVE. AND VIA DEL
LAGO (REPORT OF: PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES) (DISTRICT 4)
Moved by: Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council and CSD:

1. Receive and file the artist presentation; and

2. Review and consider approval of Utility Box Art Program Application from Shayne Mitchell for the design of one utility box wrap at the intersection of Iris Ave. and Via Del Lago (Lake Perris entrance); and

3. Authorize the Executive Director and or its designee to enter into an agreement for services with the approved applicant utilizing funding from DIF Public Art Fund 3316.

13 RESULT: Approved

J. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
None.

K. GENERAL BUSINESS
K.1 OFFICE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SPONSORSHIP
PROGRAM (REPORT OF: CITY CLERK) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS) City Clerk Patty Rodriguez 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 on the item, Mayor Cabrera called for Council comments and deliberation.

Councilmember Delgado and Mayor Cabrera provided comments on the item.

With no further Council comments or 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. Approve the annual $60,000 Office of the Mayor and City Council Sponsorship Program.

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.2 BACKGROUND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PROPOSED BAN OF THE SALE AND DISTRIBUTION OF KRATOM (REPORT OF: CITY
MANAGER) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
City Manager Brian Mohan provided the staff report.

14 With the conclusion of the staff report, Mayor Cabrera called for Council questions of staff.

Councilmember Delgado asked staff questions.

City Manager Brian Mohan responded to Councilmember Delgado's inquiry.

Councilmember Delgado and Mayor Cabrera provided additional comments on the item.

City Manager Brian Mohan provided additional information.

With no further Council comments or deliberation, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.

Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Gonzalez District 3
Motion to bring back an Ordinance banning kratom in the City of Moreno Valley, similar to Riverside County's Ordinance.

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.3 REPORT OF NOVEMBER 4, 2025, K.3. EMERGENCY ITEM RELATED TO FOOD RESOURCES (REPORT OF: CITY MANAGER) (DISTRICTS:

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.

Julie Pedroza

1. Food drive.

With the conclusion of public comments, Mayor Cabrera called for Council comments.

15 Councilmember Delgado and Mayor Cabrera provided additional comments on the item.

With no further Council comments, the City Council received and filed the report.

L. REGIONAL COMMISSION/COMMITTEE/BOARD REPORTS
L.1 March Joint Powers Commission (JPC)
Councilmember Delgado reported the following:

The Commission discussed branding for the March Inland Port Airport Authority. March JPA Staff will bring back branding materials for the Commission to consider at a future meeting.

L.2 Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency Board of Directors (RCHCA)
None.

L.3 Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC)
Mayor Cabrera reported the following:

Chris Gray of Western Riverside Council of Governments presented the results of a comprehensive study regarding travel, commuting, and jobs in Riverside County.

The Commission awarded an agreement to ICF Recourses, LLC for Next Generation Motorist Assistance Program Study services in an amount not to exceed $249,889.

L.4 Riverside Transit Agency Board of Directors (RTA)
Councilmember Barnard reported the following:

The Committee authorized staff to award an agreement to Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company to provide bus tire leasing services for a total project amount of $3,704,507.

The Committee adopted the Ridership Code of Conduct to be effective November 20, 2025.

L.5 Western Riverside Council of Governments Executive Committee (WRCOG)

16 At the November 3, 2025, WRCOG Executive Committee Meeting, reports for Fiscal Department activities, committees, agency activities, and various (external) committees were received and filed.

Additionally, the Executive Committee discussed the following key items:

First Amendment to an Agreement for Services with Public Health Institute to Support the I-REN Energy Fellowship Program for Service Year 2025/2026
 This year marks the 3rd program service year for the I-REN Energy Fellowship. The goal of the Program is to recruit local talent (from local universities and community colleges) and place the Fellows directly at public sector agencies to work on the agencies’ essential energy initiatives
 During the 1st year, 11 Fellows were placed, followed by 13 in the second year.
 The 3rd cohort started in October 2025, and 24 Fellows were placed at our local public sector agencies. Another (up to) 11 Fellows will start an 8-month Fellowship in January 2026.  These Fellows work full-time (40 hours a week) for 11- or 8-month terms. They get paid, receive benefits, and have professional development opportunities. This Fellowship is more akin to an entry-level opportunity and the first step in many of these individuals’ careers.

L.6 Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority Board of Directors (RCA)
None.

L.7 School District/City Joint Task Force
None.

L.8 Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Mayor Cabrera reported the following:

At the SCAG Regional Council meeting held on November 6, 2025, the Council received the proposed 2026 Schedule of Regular Meetings.

Additionally, the Council received the following reports as receive and file:

17 California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) Transit Transformation Task Force: The final meeting of the Task Force was held on September 30, 2025. The final report examined recent transit trends and challenges across California, including persistent ridership declines, funding shortfalls, and fragmented service delivery. It identified critical barriers to access and reliability, factors that must be addressed to restore and grow transit usage.

REAP 2.0 Program Update: The report summarized the program status and path forward to ensure that SCAG successfully deploys resources across the region in line with the goals and objectives of the REAP 2.0 Program.

Legislative Update: End of Session, Sacramento Legislative Update, the 2025 Demographic Workshop Recap, and the Federal Appropriations Update.

HCD Review of Housing Element Update: In October 2025, SCAG was notified by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) that they intend to begin contacting individual jurisdictions within the SCAG region regarding high-priority non-rezoning programs identified in their housing elements that have not yet been completed. Jurisdictions are therefore encouraged to prioritize progress on these programs.

M. EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION REPORTS
None.

N. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT

1. Happy Thanksgiving - City Hall closed November 27th and 28th.

2. Saturday, December 6th - Snow Day.

3. Saturday, December 6th - Holiday Tree Lighting.

O. CITY COUNCIL CLOSING COMMENTS
Councilmember Barnard

1. Color Fun Run.

2. Adopt a senior.

3. Federal Government shutdown ending.

4. Closed closing comments in memory of Kent Wong.

18 Councilmember Gonzalez

1. Color Fun Run.

2. Thanksgiving.

3. Thanked staff.

Councilmember Delgado

1. Senior Center meeting attendance.

2. Council collaboration.

3. Happy Thanksgiving.

Mayor Pro Tem Baca-Santa Cruz

1. Turning Red Tape to Red Carpet event.

2. Moreno Valley history.

3. Veterans day.

4. Color Fun Run.

5. Happy Thanksgiving.

Mayor Cabrera

1. Veteran's Day Ceremony.

2. Moreno Valley food pantry.

3. Riverside Latino network.

4. Men's Mental Health Awareness.

5. Building Up Lives and Inland Compassion food drives.

6. Happy Thanksgiving.

P. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
None.

Q. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Cabrera adjourned the meeting at 7:57pm in honor of all veterans and their families.

19 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

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