1 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
September 1, 2026
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)
1. RECOGNITION: RECOGNIZING THE BEAUTIFY MOVAL AT HOME AWARD
PROGRAM
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez presented the Recognitions to Richard Sanchez and family (District 1), Juana Grifol and family (District 2), Jessica Ponce and family (District 3), and Tashia Hilliard and family (District 4).
2. RECOGNITION: RECOGNIZING NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH Councilmember Delgado presented the Proclamation recognizing National Preparedness Month to Office of Emergency Management and Volunteer Services Division Manager Diana Rockot and Team.
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 2 called to order at 6:00 pm by Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez in the Council Chamber located at 14177 Frederick Street.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez 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 Gonzalez.
C. INVOCATION
The invocation was provided by Pastor Michael Kell from Liberty Church.
D. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez provided the Land Acknowledgment statement.
E. ROLL CALL
Present:
Cheylynda Barnard - Councilmember
Ed Delgado - Councilmember
Elena Baca-Santa Cruz - Councilmember
Erlan Gonzalez - Mayor Pro Tem
Absent:
Ulises Cabrera - Mayor
F. MOTIONS TO EXCUSE ABSENCES
None.
G. STAFF INTRODUCTIONS
Patty Rodriguez - City Clerk
Paul Bradvica - Management Analyst
Sonia Gomez – Senior Deputy City Clerk
Steven Quintanilla- City Attorney
Brian Mohan - City Manager
Launa Jimenez – Assistant City Manager
Felicia London– Chief Financial Officer
3 Sean Kelleher - Assistant City Manager
Angelica Frausto-Lupo – Community Development Director
Natalie Potter - Human Resources Director
Jeremy Bubnick - Parks and Community Services Director
Melissa Walker – Public Works Director
Kyle Warsinski - Economic Development Director
Jesse Park - Fire Chief
Sarah Mack – Chief of Police
H. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
Approve Agenda Order
Ayes (4): Councilmember Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3
Absent (1): Mayor Cabrera
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
I. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Jacob Mason
1. Terminate Flock Safety.
Barry Tantlinger
1. School zone concerns.
Ismael Gonzalez
1. Data center moratoriums.
Marsoules Del Viento
1. Sierra Club event, Mead Valley.
2. Air quality.
3. Terminate Flock Safety.
4 4. No more warehouses.
Brandon Carn (Zoom)
1. Art maintenance agreement.
Jill
1. Bike safety.
2. Critical of Planning Commission comments.
3. Traffic safety.
Fred Banuelos
1. Homeless population, City of Santa Ana.
2. Security comments.
3. Supported Flock Safety.
Jason Aznoff
1. Hope Church, CUP concerns.
David Jite
1. Hope Church, CUP concerns.
Russell Shafer
1. Election mail issues.
Christopher Baca
1. Political campaigns.
2. FFPC form concerns.
Manuel Topete
1. Edgemont concerns.
2. Code Enforcement concerns.
Carolyn Brodeur
1. Street/freeway concerns.
George Hague (Zoom)
1. Truck route.
5 Bob Palomarez
1. Planning Commission.
2. Data centers.
Matthew Owens Jenkins
1. Jail concerns.
2. Drug rehabilitation.
Morgan Valle
1. Planning Commission concerns.
2. Bike safety.
3. Parking issues.
Louise Palomarez
1. Drug issues.
2. Critical of Mayor Cabrera
Roy Bleckert
1. Critical of Mayor Cabrera.
Nevaeh (Zoom)
1. Public safety.
2. Terminate Flock Safety.
J. JOINT CONSENT CALENDARS
City Manager Brian Mohan announced the topics of the Study Sessions for September and October.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez asked the City Council if there were any items they would like removed for separate action.
With no items being removed, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez called for public comments to be heard.
Seth Cox (J.10)
1. Payment register.
Tatiana Flores (J.1.1 and J.15)
6 1. Supported Ordinance.
2. Protect residents.
Christopher Baca (J.7)
1. Concerns.
Roy Bleckert (J.4, J.5, J.6, and J.7)
1. Critical of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem.
Councilmember Delgado left at 7:21pm.
Councilmember Delgado returned at 7:23pm.
Ismael Gonzalez (J.1.1)
1. Supported Ordinance.
2. Warehouse concerns.
Louise Palomarez (J.5 and J.6)
1. Critical of Mayor Cabrera.
With the conclusion of public comments, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez entertained a motion.
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
Approve the Joint Consent Calendars
Ayes (4): Councilmember Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3
Absent (1): Mayor Cabrera
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
J.1 ORDINANCES – SECOND READING/ADOPTION
J.1.1 ORDINANCE ADOPTING LOGISTICS USE FACILITIES
MITIGATION MEASURES (PEN26-0055) SECOND READING
NEGOTIATED WITH THE CALIFORNIA ATTORNEY GENERAL’S
OFFICE
J.2 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL- CLOSED SESSION - AUGUST 18, 2026 4:00 PM
7 Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
Approve City Council and Affiliated Boards' Minutes for August 18, 2026 Closed Session Meeting.
RESULT: Approved
J.3 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 18, 2026 6:00 PM
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
Approve City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Minutes for August 18, 2026 Regular Meeting.
RESULT: Approved
J.4 BIENNIAL REVIEW OF THE CITY CLERK’S CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE (REPORT OF: CITY CLERK) (DISTRICT: NOT APPLICABLE) Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-47, a Resolution Amending the City's Conflict of Interest Code to include the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, Moreno Valley 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 Board of Directors, Moreno Valley Public Financing Authority, Board of Library Trustees of the City of Moreno Valley, and Moreno Valley Community Foundation, and to incorporate by reference the Standard Model of Conflict of Interest Code for these agencies.
RESULT: Approved
J.5 MASTER ATTENDANCE LOG FOR CITY COUNCIL ADVISORY
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS – MAY, JUNE, AND JULY 2026 (REPORT OF: CITY CLERK) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
8 Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:
1. Receive and File
RESULT: Approved
J.6 CITY COUNCIL LIAISON ATTENDANCE REPORT – MAY, JUNE, AND JULY 2026 (REPORT OF: CITY CLERK) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS) Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:
1. Receive and File.
RESULT: Approved
J.7 ADOPT A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE CITY’S VOTING DELEGATE
AND CITY MANAGER TO VOTE IN FAVOR OF LEAGUE OF
CALIFORNIA CITIES 2026 RESOLUTION NO. 1 (REPORT OF: CITY MANAGER) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-48 directing the City of Moreno Valley’s designated voting delegate, Mayor Ulises Cabrera, or Councilmember Edward Delgado, if serving as the alternate, and City Manager Brian Mohan to vote in favor of League of California Cities Resolution No. 1 if presented for consideration at the 2026 Cal Cities General Assembly.
RESULT: Approved
J.8 BUSINESS & EMPLOYMENT RESOURCE CENTER LEASE
EXTENSION (REPORT OF: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT) (DISTRICT 1) Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
9 That the City Council:
1. Approve the Eighth Lease Amendment to extend the BERC lease at the TownGate Center between the City of Moreno Valley and Tumon Bay Resort & Spa, LLC;
2. Authorize the City Manager or an Authorized Representative to execute the agreement, including future renewals, extensions, and all necessary documents, with Tumon Bay Resort & Spa, LLC; and
3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, the authority to execute any subsequent amendments to the Agreement with Tumon Bay Resort & Spa, LLC, including authorizing associated Purchase Orders and Change Orders in accordance with the Agreement’s terms, subject to the approval of the City Attorney and within the budgetary amounts previously approved by the City Council as part of the adopted and/or amended budget process.
RESULT: Approved
J.9 AWARD OF AN INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT FOR
LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE SERVICES
(LANDSCAPE DISTRICTS - SOUTH) FUNDED BY PARCEL CHARGES
TO MARIPOSA LANDSCAPES, INC. (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND
MANAGEMENT SERVICES) (DISTRICTS 2, 3, and 4)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council and Community Services District:
1. Approve and award the Agreement for On-Site and/or Professional Services ("Agreement") to Mariposa Landscapes, Inc., 6232 Santos Diaz St., Irwindale, CA, 91702, to provide professional landscape and irrigation maintenance services;
2. Authorize the City Manager or their designee to execute the Agreement for On-Site and/or Professional Services with Mariposa Landscapes, Inc. in the amount of $854,587, subject to the approval of the City Attorney, and with the option to extend for up to four (4) additional one-year terms;
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute subsequent amendments to the Agreement with Mariposa Landscapes, Inc., including the authority to authorize associated purchase orders in accordance with 10 the Agreement’s terms, subject to the approval of the City Attorney and within the budgetary amounts previously approved by Council as part of the adopted and/or amended budget process; and
4. Approve the issuance of annual purchase orders to Mariposa Landscapes, Inc. as outlined in the Fiscal Impact section.
RESULT: Approved
J.10 PAYMENT REGISTER- JULY 2026 (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:
1. Receive and file Payment Register
RESULT: Approved
J.11 PARTICIPATION IN COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE'S ENTITLEMENT LOCAL
GOVERNMENT DESIGNATION FOR THE PERMANENT LOCAL
HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM THROUGH CALIFORNIA
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND
MANAGEMENT SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:
1. Approve the partnership with the County of Riverside to leverage additional funding for future affordable housing projects and to minimize additional operating costs for the General Fund; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the Agreement and any non-substantive amendments for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program under the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for Allocation Years 2024-2028 by and between the County of Riverside and the City of Moreno Valley.
RESULT: Approved
11 J.12 ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PARCELS INTO CFD NO. 2014-01 (MAINTENANCE SERVICES) AND CFD NO. 2023-01 (PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES) (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES) (DISTRICTS: ALL APPLICABLE)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:
1. Acting as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 2014- 01 (Maintenance Services), adopt Resolution No. 2026-50 and 51, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley, California, ordering the annexation of territory to City of Moreno Valley Community Facilities District No. 2014-01 (Maintenance Services) and approving the amended map for said District, for the specific property as listed in the Discussion section of this staff report and as previously approved by the Landowner and certified by the City’s Election Official (Amendment Nos. 96 and 97); and
2. Acting as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 2023- 01 (Public Safety Services), adopt Resolution No. 2026-52, 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 (Amendment Nos. 166, 170, 172, 175, 183, 184, 186, 187, and 188).
RESULT: Approved
J.13 ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PARCELS INTO CFD NO. 2021-01 (PARKS MAINTENANCE) (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT
SERVICES) (DISTRICTS: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the Community Services District:
1. Adopt Resolution No. CSD 2026-26, a Resolution of Board of Directors of the Moreno Valley Community Services District, ordering the annexation of territory to Moreno Valley Community Services District Community Facilities No. 2021-01 (Parks Maintenance) and approving the amended 12 maps for said District, for the specific properties as listed in the Discussion section of this staff report and as previously approved by the Landowner and certified by the City’s Election Official (Amendment Nos. 341, 344, 346, 348, 357, 358, 360, 361, and 362).
RESULT: Approved
J.14 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO YAMADA
ENTERPRISES FOR LIBRARY FURNISHINGS FOR THE LAKESHORE
VILLAGE BRANCH LIBRARY PROJECT 803 0066 (REPORT OF: PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES) (DISTRICT 2)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council and Community Services District:
1. Approve the Agreement between the City of Moreno Valley and Yamada Enterprises in the amount of $225,000 to provide furniture, shelving, and related items necessary to outfit the Lakeshore Village Branch Library, Project No. 803 0066;
2. Authorize the issuance of a Purchase Order to Yamada Enterprises in an amount not to exceed $225,000, necessary for the outfit of the Library when the contract has been signed by all parties;
3. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, the authority to execute any subsequent amendments to the Agreement with Yamada Enterprises, including authorizing associated Purchase Orders and Change Orders in accordance with the Agreement's terms, subject to the approval of the City Attorney and within the budgetary amounts previously approved by the City Council as part of the adopted and/or amended budget process; and
4. Approve budget adjustments as set forth in the Fiscal Impact section of this report.
RESULT: Approved
J.15 ACCEPTANCE OF THE CALTRANS SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION
PLANNING GRANT AWARD FOR THE VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED
REDUCTION AND MITIGATION FEE PROGRAM AND ADOPTION OF A
RESOLUTION (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT: ALL
DISTRICTS)
13 Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:
1. Accept and approve the Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant Award Agreement between the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the City of Moreno Valley (City) for the Vehicle Miles Traveled Reduction (VMT) and Mitigation Fee Program in the amount of up to $265,592 (Fund 3001) with a City local match of $34,410 (Fund 3004);
2. Adopt Resolution 2026-52, a resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley to authorize the City Manager or his/her designee to execute the Restricted Grant Agreement and any subsequent agreements, extensions, or amendments, subject to the approval of the City Attorney;
3. Authorize to amend the adopted Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27 to include the Vehicle Miles Traveled Reduction and Mitigation Fee Program as Project Number 810 0030 for implementation;
4. Authorize the City Manager, or his/her designee, to award and execute an Agreement, and any subsequent agreements, extensions, or amendments, with a qualified consultant for the Vehicle Miles Traveled Reduction and Mitigation Fee Program, Project Number 810 0030, subject to the City’s procurement policy and approval of the City Attorney; and
5. Authorize a budget adjustment as set forth in the Fiscal Impact section of this report.
RESULT: Approved
K. PUBLIC HEARINGS
K.1 CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING CIRCULATION
ELEMENT AMENDMENT AND TRUCK ROUTE ORDINANCE (REPORT
OF: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
The item was continued to the October 20, 2026 meeting, to allow staff time to solicit additional input from our local School Districts, teachers, students, parents, and district employees.
After the announcement, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez called for Council questions of staff.
14 With no Council questions of staff, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez called for public comments to be heard.
With no public comment, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez moved to item K.2.
Moved by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Motion to continue item K.1 to the October 20, 2026 City Council meeting.
Ayes (4): Councilmember Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3
Absent (1): Mayor Cabrera
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
K.2 MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT (PEN26-0090) (REPORT OF:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Community Development Director Angelica Frausto-Lupo introduced City Planner Sergio Madera, who will be providing the staff report.
City Planner Sergio Madera provided the staff report.
With the conclusion of the staff report, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez called for Council questions of staff.
With no Council questions of staff, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez called for public comments to be heard.
Ismael Gonzalez
1. Supported.
Roy Bleckert
1. Concerns with fees and taxes.
With the conclusion of public comments, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez asked staff questions.
City Planner Sergio Madera responded to Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez's inquiries.
With no further Council discussion or questions, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez entertained a motion.
15 Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Barnard District 4
That the City Council:
1. Find that the proposed amendment to the Moreno Valley Municipal Code is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act in accordance with Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines; and
2. Introduce (First Reading) Ordinance No. 1049 and adopt (Second Reading) the same at a subsequent City Council meeting, adopting the Updated 2026 Stephens' Kangaroo Rat (SKR) Habitat Conservation Plan Mitigation Fee established by the Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency (RCHCA) and adopting the findings required by Government Code section 66001, incorporating the RCHCA Nexus Study by reference.
Ayes (4): Councilmember Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3
Absent (1): Mayor Cabrera
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
K.3 APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION’S ACTION TO NOT APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR SELF-STORAGE FACILITY (PEN24- 0154) (REPORT OF: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT) (DISTRICT 3)
City Attorney Steven Quintanilla disclosed that since he was the Chief Legal Advisor at the Planning Commission Public Hearing, the law requires he recuse himself as the Chief Legal Representative for the City during this appeal hearing. Attending on behalf of the City Attorney's Office is Assistant City Prosecutor Lisa Weaver-Nowak.
Community Development Director Angelica Frausto-Lupo introduced City Planner Sergio Madera, who will be providing the staff report.
City Planner Sergio Madera provided the staff report.
With the conclusion of the staff report, appellant Francis Park and Christopher Golder provided a report.
With the conclusion of the report, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez called for Council questions to be heard.
Councilmember Delgado asked questions of staff.
16 City Planner Sergio Madera responded to Councilmember Delgado's request.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez asked questions of the appellant.
Appellant Christopher Golder responded to Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez's inquiries.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez asked additional staff questions.
Assistant City Manager Sean Kelleher responded to Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez's inquiry.
With no further Council questions, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez called for public comments to be heard.
Ismael Gonzalez
1. Opposed.
Christopher Baca
1. Supported.
Marsoules Del Viento
1. Opposed.
Shatam Odom
1. Opposed.
Roy Bleckert
1. Concerns.
Louise Palomarez
1. Critical of Mayor Cabrera.
Tatiana Flores
1. Opposed.
Bob Palomarez
1. Opposed.
Appellant Francis Park provided a rebuttal to public comments given.
Assistant City Prosecutor Lisa Weaver-Nowak provided additional information on the item.
17 Councilmember Barnard asked questions of the appellant.
Appellant Christopher Golder responded to Councilmember Barnard's inquiries.
With no further Council questions, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez called for public comments to be heard.
Councilmember Delgado and Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz provided comments on the item.
Councilmember Barnard asked staff questions.
City Manager Brian Mohan responded to Councilmember Barnard's inquiries.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez provided comments on the project.
With no further Council deliberation, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez entertained a motion.
Moved by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
That the City Council:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission's decision to not approve the Proposed Project with articulated findings to support a decision to deny the Proposed Project; or
2. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-55 approving and adopting the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program prepared for the Proposed Project; and Adopt Resolution No. 2026-56 approving Conditional Use Permit (PEN24-0154) based on the Recitals. Evidence contained in the Administrative Records and Findings as set forth in Resolution No. 2026-56.
Ayes (3): Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3 Nayes (1): Councilmember Barnard District 4
Absent (1): Mayor Cabrera
RESULT: Approved (3 to 1)
18 With the conclusion of the vote, Assistant City Prosecutor Lisa WeaverNowak suggested to the City Council to make a separate motion if they seek to accept the community benefit donation from Public Storage.
Councilmember Delgado provided comments on accepting the community benefit donation.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez entertained a motion.
Motion to accept the community benefit donation from Public Storage.
Moved by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Ayes (2): Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, and Councilmember Delgado District 2
Nayes (2): Councilmember Barnard District 4, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3
Absent (1): Mayor Cabrera
RESULT: Tied Failed (2 to 2)
The motion does not pass.
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz asked staff questions.
City Manager Brian Mohan responded to Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz's inquiries.
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz made a motion to bring the community benefit donation back to a meeting with the full City Council.
Moved by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3
Ayes (4): Councilmember Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3
Absent (1): Mayor Cabrera
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
A request for public comment was made.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez called for Council recess at 8:55pm.
The City Council meeting resumed at 9:06pm.
19 Assistant City Prosecutor Lisa Weaver-Nowak stated a motion would have to be made to accept the request to speak.
A motion to approve was not made by City Council; the request did not pass, and the City Council moved to L.1.
L. GENERAL BUSINESS
L.1 OFFICE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL SPONSORSHIP
PROGRAM (REPORT OF: CITY CLERK) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS) City Clerk Patty Rodriguez introduced Executive Assistant to the Mayor and City Council Office Jasmin Rivera, who will be presenting the staff report.
Executive Assistant to the Mayor and City Council Office Jasmin Rivera provided the staff report.
With the conclusion of the staff report, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez opened the floor for Council questions of staff.
With no Council questions of staff, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez called for public comments to be heard.
David Rivera
1. Oasis Community Church report.
Edward Marquez
1 Oasis Community Church report.
Roy Bleckert
1. Concerns.
Louise Palomarez
1. Concerns.
Bob Palomarez
1. Concerns.
Christopher Baca
1. Concerns due to election season.
With no further public comments, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez called for Council deliberation.
20 Councilmember Barnard provided commented on the item and the process.
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez provided comments on the item.
Executive Assistant to the Mayor and City Council Jasmin Rivera provided clarifying comments on the item.
With no further Council deliberation, Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez entertained a motion.
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Approve the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Office of the Mayor and City Council Sponsorship Program in the amount of $60,000.
Ayes (4): Councilmember Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3
Absent (1): Mayor Cabrera
RESULT: Approved (4 to 0)
M. REGIONAL COMMISSION/COMMITTEE/BOARD REPORTS
M.1 March Joint Powers Commission (JPC)
Councilmember Delgado reported the following:
The Commission voted to send a letter to March 1 LLC denying their demand that the authority cure and correct an alleged violation of the brown act identified in a July 30, 2026, letter received from March 1 LLC.
That concludes my update from the August 26th, 2026, March Joint Powers Commission special meeting.
M.2 Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency Board of Directors (RCHCA)
None.
M.3 Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC)
None.
21 M.4 Riverside Transit Agency Board of Directors (RTA) Councilmember Barnard reported the following:
The Board presented a proclamation to staff members who assisted with the FIFA World Cup service.
The Board also received a presentation regarding Convo Access, an innovative digital interpretation tool designed to improve accessibility for transit riders who are deaf or hard of hearing. The technology allows passengers to instantly connect with a live American Sign Language interpreter by scanning a QR code with their mobile phones. Additionally, staff is assessing the potential launch of an accessible transit tactile and braille pilot program.
Lastly, the Board approved awarding a contract to RO Bus Sales to purchase ten Low Floor vans for the Agency’s Dial-a-Ride operations, to replace buses that have exceeded their useful service life.
The next Board meeting is scheduled for September 17, 2026. That concludes my report on the last Riverside Transit Agency Board of Directors Meeting.
M.5 Western Riverside Council of Governments Executive Committee (WRCOG)
None.
M.6 Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority Board of Directors (RCA)
None.
M.7 School District/City Joint Task Force
None.
M.8 Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) None.
N. EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION REPORTS
None.
O. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
1. Study Session, Tuesday September 8th.
22 2. El Grito, September 15th, 2026.
3. Study Session, Tuesday October 13th.
P. CITY COUNCIL CLOSING COMMENTS
Councilmember Barnard
1. E-Bike safety workshop.
2. Parks and Community Services events.
3. Color Fun Run, November 14th.
4. October 10th, Community Day of Service.
Councilmember Delgado
1. Thank you to the residents.
2. Crossing guards.
3. Teachers.
4. Be kind.
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz
1. City events.
2. Freeway World Series.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez
1. City events.
2. Study Sessions.
Q. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
None.
R. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Cabrera adjourned the meeting at 9:45pm.
23 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