1 REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 6, 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: FOURTH OF JULY PARADE & ART CONTEST
Mayor Cabrera presented the Recognitions to the Fourth of July Parade and Art Contest winners. The Parade winners were as follows: American Legion Post 574, Liberty 12 Float, Interact Club, Gran Prix BMX, Moreno Valley Elks Lodge, L+A Bins, and the Moreno Valley Rotary Club. The Art Contest winners were as follows: First Place, Harlee Rider, Second Place, Marcia Gracia, and Third Place, Isabelle Zeledon.
2. PROCLAMATION: RECOGNIZING FIRE PREVENTION WEEK
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez presented the Proclamation to Fire Marshal Edgar Gonzalez recognizing Fire Prevention week.
3. COMMENDATION: RECOGNIZING DEPUTY ANTHONY SANCHEZ FOR A
LIFE-SAVING RESCUE FROM A BURNING VEHICLE
Councilmember Delgado presented the Commendation to Deputy Anthony Sanchez for a life-saving rescue from a burning vehicle. 2 A. CALL TO ORDER
The Joint Meeting of the City Council, Community Services District, City as Successor Agency for the Community Redevelopment Agency of the City of Moreno Valley, Moreno Valley Housing Authority, Moreno Valley Public Financing Corporation, Moreno Valley Public Financing Authority, the Board of Library Trustees, and the Moreno Valley Community Foundation Board of Directors was called to order at 6:00pm 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 Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez.
C. INVOCATION
The invocation was provided by Miss Blayne Tamrat from the Local Spiritual Assembly of the Bahais of Moreno Valley.
D. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Mayor Cabrera 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
Ulises Cabrera - Mayo
F. MOTIONS TO EXCUSE ABSENCES
None.
G. STAFF INTRODUCTIONS
Patty Rodriguez - City Clerk
Paul Bradvica - Management Analyst
Sonia Gomez – Senior Deputy City Clerk
3 Steven Quintanilla- City Attorney
Brian Mohan - City Manager
Launa Jimenez – Assistant City Manager
Felicia London– Chief Financial Officer
Sean Kelleher - Assistant City Manager
Angelica Frausto-Lupo – Community Development Director
Kyle Warsinski - Economic Development Director
Melissa Walker – Public Works Director
Claudia Torres - Parks and Community Services Division Manager Natalie Potter - Human Resources Director
Jesse Park - Fire Chief
Sarah Mack – Chief of Police
H. APPROVAL OF ORDER OF AGENDA
Moved by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Approve Agenda Order
Ayes (5): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3
RESULT: Approved (5 to 0)
I. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Brandon Carn (Zoom)
1. Art program.
Christopher Baca
1. Election season.
2. City staff compensation.
Wanda Scruggs
4 1. Thanked City Council for their donation.
2. Donation update for "I Can Soar" non-profit.
Scott Heveran
1. Highlighted city services.
2. Ethics committee.
Fred Banuelos
1. Election season.
2. Parking issues.
Lindsay Robinson
1. Land purchase.
2. City ethics.
Ismael Gonzalez (Zoom)
1. Warehouse moratorium.
Nikita Wilson
1. Code enforcement issues/updates.
Louise Palomarez
1. Critical of Mayor Cabrera.
Joann Martinez Stephan
1. Thanked Wanda Scruggs.
2. Thanked Nikita Wilson for "Meet and Mingle" with candidates.
Roy Bleckert
1. Ethics committee.
2. Brown Act violation.
3. Critical of Mayor Cabrera.
Bob Palomarez
1. Thanked first responders.
J. JOINT CONSENT CALENDARS
5 Mayor Cabrera asked the City Council if there were any items they would like removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action or discussion.
With no items being removed, Mayor Cabrera called for Council questions of staff.
With no Council questions of staff, Mayor Cabrera called for public comments to be heard.
Seth Cox (J.21)
1. Clarification on item.
Chris Baca (J.8)
1. Payment register, transparency concerns.
Louise Palomarez (J.21)
1. Concerns with transparency.
With the conclusion of public comments, City Manager Brian Mohan provided clarification on comments regarding J.21 and J.8.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez asked questions of staff.
City Manager Brian Mohan responded to Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez's inquiry.
Councilmember Delgado and Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz asked staff questions.
City Manager Brian Mohan responded to Council's inquiries.
Mayor Cabrera commented on J.15, J.16, J.20, J.22, and J.23.
Councilmember Barnard asked for clarification on Cal Cards.
City Manager Brian Mohan responded to Councilmember Barnard's inquiry.
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz provided additional comments on the item.
With no further comments, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Approve the Joint Consent Calendars
6 Ayes (5): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3
RESULT: Approved (5 to 0)
J.1 ORDINANCES – SECOND READING/ADOPTION
J.1.1 Municipal Code Amendment (PEN26-0090) Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance Revising Title 8 (Building and Construction) of the Moreno Valley Municipal Code
J.2 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL - CLOSED SESSION - SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 4:00 PM
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Approve City Council and Affiliated Boards' Minutes for September 1, 2026 Closed Session Meeting.
RESULT: Approved
J.3 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR MEETING - SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 6:00 PM
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Approve City Council and Affiliated Boards’ Minutes for September 1, 2026 Regular Meeting.
RESULT: Approved
J.4 MINUTES - CITY COUNCIL - STUDY SESSION - SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 6:00 PM
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Approve City Council and Affiliated Boards' Minutes for September 8, 2026, Study Session Meeting.
RESULT: Approved
7 J.5 MASTER ATTENDANCE LOG FOR CITY COUNCIL ADVISORY
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS – AUGUST 2026 (REPORT OF: CITY
CLERK) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Receive and File.
RESULT: Approved
J.6 CITY COUNCIL LIAISON ATTENDANCE REPORT – AUGUST 2026 (REPORT OF: CITY CLERK) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Receive and File
RESULT: Approved
J.7 PROPOSED 2027/2028 LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY PLATFORM
(REPORT OF: CITY MANAGER) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Approve the proposed 2027/2028 Legislative Advocacy Platform; and
2. Authorize the City Manager, or designee, to implement the Legislative Platform and take advocacy actions consistent with the policy direction established by the City Council.
RESULT: Approved
J.8 PAYMENT REGISTER - AUGUST 2026 (REPORT OF FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Receive and file Payment Register
8 RESULT: Approved
J.9 ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN PARCELS INTO CFD NO. 2021-01 (PARKS MAINTENANCE) (REPORT OF: FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT
SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the Community Services District:
1. Adopt Resolution No. CSD 2026-27, a Resolution of the 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 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. 261, 347, 352, 354, 355, 363, 364, 366, and 367).
RESULT: Approved
J.10 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) (DISTRICT: ALL APPLICABLE)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Acting as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 2014- 01 (Maintenance Services), adopt Resolution No. 2026-57, 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 No. 99); and
2. Acting as the legislative body of Community Facilities District No. 2023- 01 (Public Safety Services), adopt Resolution No. 2026-58, 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 9 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. 75, 174, 179, 180, 181, 189, 190, 192, and 193).
RESULT: Approved
J.11 FY 2025/26 SB 1205 STATE MANDATED INSPECTIONS (REPORT OF:
FIRE) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Approve Resolution No. 2026-59, acknowledging the receive and file report regarding the State Mandated annual inspections of certain occupancies pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Sections §13145, §13146, and §17921.
RESULT: Approved
J.12 LIST OF PERSONNEL CHANGES (REPORT OF: HUMAN RESOURCES) (DISTRICT: NOT APPLICABLE)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
The City Council:
1. Ratify the list of personnel changes as described.
RESULT: Approved
J.13 FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE PCS SITE (TELECOMMUNICATIONS LEASE) AGREEMENT- TOWNGATE PARK (REPORT OF: PARKS &
COMMUNITY SERVICES) (DISTRICT 1)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the Community Services District:
1. Approve the First Amendment to the Parks and Community Services (PCS) Site Agreement ("Agreement") with Lessee STC ONE, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, for continuation of their right to lease a portion of Towngate Park property from the City of Moreno Valley Community Services District for the purpose of retaining and maintaining 10 their Telecommunications Cell Tower and related equipment at this property site. This First Amendment to the Agreement includes revision of certain terms of the Agreement as outlined in the First Amendment; and
2. Authorize the City Manager/Executive Director of the Moreno Valley Community Services District (CSD) on behalf of the City/CSD to execute the First Amendment to the Agreement with Lessee, STC ONE, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, to extend the renewal terms of the Agreement for an additional six (6) five-year (5-year) terms ("Renewal Terms") through October 22, 2056, along with additional modifications to the Agreement as more specifically outlined in the First Amendment.
RESULT: Approved
J.14 APPROVAL OF THE PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES 2027 SPECIAL EVENTS CALENDAR (REPORT OF: PARKS AND COMMUNITY
SERVICES) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council and Community Services District:
1. Approve the Parks & Community Services 2027 Special Event Calendar as presented.
RESULT: Approved
J.15 NAMING OF THE NEW PARK WITHIN SUNSET CROSSINGS
DEVELOPMENT (TRACT 38443) AS “COTTONWOOD PARK” (REPORT
OF: PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES) (DISTRICT 3)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council and Community Services District:
1. Approve the naming of the new 2.4-acre park located within the Sunset Crossings development (Tract 38443), adjacent to Cottonwood Avenue, as “Cottonwood Park.”
RESULT: Approved
J.16 TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES FOR THE ST. CHRISTOPHER
PARISH SPECIAL EVENT (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT 3)
11 Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Approve the recommended temporary road closures for the St.
Christopher Parish “Visit of the Pilgrimage of Our Lady of San Juan de Los Lagos” special event procession on Cottonwood Avenue between Perris Boulevard and Kitching Street; and
2. Authorize the Moreno Valley Police Department and the Public Works Director/City Engineer to implement additional changes or recommend road closures as necessary for the event.
RESULT: Approved
J.17 PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR 115 KILOVOLT CIRCUIT BREAKERS (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Authorize the award of a purchase agreement to Walters Wholesale Electric, Inc. for the purchase of 115 kV circuit breakers;
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with Walters Wholesale Electric, Inc. in the amount of $682,639.10 ($593,599.22 bid amount plus a 15% contingency), subject to approval by the City Attorney;
3. Authorize the issuance of a Purchase Order to Walters Wholesale Electric, Inc. in the amount of $682,639.10, funded by the Moreno Valley Electric Utility’s Restricted Asset Fund balance (Fund 6011), once the agreement has been signed by all parties; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute any subsequent Amendments to the Agreement with Walters Wholesale Electric, Inc. within the adopted City Council annual budgeted amounts, including the authority to authorize the associated purchase orders in accordance with the terms of the agreement, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
J.18 AUTHORIZATION OF ADDITIONAL CONTINGENCY TO THE
CORNERSTONECC CONTRACT TO INSTALL ELECTRIC VEHICLE
12 CHARGERS AT THE MORENO VALLEY CIVIC CENTER
AMPHITHEATER (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT 1)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to increase the CornerstoneCC contract contingency amount for Project 805 0081 by $29,841.20 to a total amount of $179,047.20 (original authorized contract amount of $149,206 plus 20% contingency). Funded by the Moreno Valley Electric Utility’s Restricted Assets Fund (6011);
2. Authorize a change order to the purchase order amount for CornerstoneCC for Project Number 805 0081 to the total amount of $179,047.20, once the construction change order has been executed by all parties; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute any subsequent construction change orders to the Contract with CornerstoneCC that are necessary to complete the project, including issuing additional purchase orders, up to the annual project budget as previously approved by the City Council, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
J.19 AUTHORIZATION OF ADDITIONAL CONTINGENCY TO THE
CORNERSTONECC CONTRACT TO INSTALL ELECTRIC VEHICLE
CHARGERS AT THE CITY HALL FLEET CAGE (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT 1)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to increase the CornerstoneCC contract contingency amount for Project 805 0083 by $139,683 to a total amount of $838,098 (original authorized contract amount of $698,415 plus 20% contingency). Funded by the Moreno Valley Electric Utility’s Restricted Assets Fund (6011);
2. Authorize a change order to the purchase order amount for CornerstoneCC for Project Number 805 0083 to the total amount of 13 $838,098, once the construction change order has been executed by all parties; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute any subsequent construction change orders to the Contract with CornerstoneCC that are necessary to complete the project, including issuing additional purchase orders, up to the annual project budget as previously approved by the City Council, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
J.20 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT FOR
THE BAY AVENUE SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS (COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT) (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS)
(DISTRICT 1)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Find the Bay Avenue Sidewalk Improvements (Community Development Block Grant) project exempt from the Section 15301(c) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines and Section
5.1.2 of the City's Rules and Procedures for CEQA implementation;
2. Award a construction agreement to L.C. Paving & Sealing Inc. for the Bay Avenue Sidewalk Improvements (Community Development Block Grant);
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with L.C. Paving & Sealing Inc. in the amount of $1,179,907.75, funded by the Community Development Block Grant (Fund 2512) funds;
4. Authorize the issuance of a purchase order to L.C. Paving & Sealing Inc. in the amount of $1,415,889.30 (bid amount plus 20% contingency) once all parties have signed the agreement;
5. Authorize the City Manager, or his or her designee, to execute any subsequent change orders to the agreement with L.C. Paving & Sealing Inc. up to the purchase order amount necessary to complete the project, subject to the approval of the City Attorney; and
6. Approve an Amendment to the Adopted FY 2025/26 & 2026/27 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to incorporate the proposed project changes and associated budget adjustments; and
14 7. Authorize budget adjustment as set forth in the fiscal impact section of this report.
RESULT: Approved
J.21 PURCHASE OF POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER WITH SWITCHGEAR (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Authorize the award of a purchase agreement to Siemens Industry, Inc. for the purchase of a PDC with switchgear;
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with Siemens Industry, Inc. in the amount of $4,564,780.72 ($4,149,800.65 bid amount plus a 10% contingency), subject to approval by the City Attorney;
3. Authorize the issuance of a Purchase Order to Siemens Industry, Inc. in the amount of $4,564,780.72, funded by the Moreno Valley Utility’s (MVU) Restricted Asset Fund balance (Fund 6011), once the agreement has been signed by all parties; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute any subsequent Amendments to the Agreement with Siemens Industry, Inc. within the adopted City Council annual budgeted amounts, including the authority to authorize the associated purchase orders in accordance with the terms of the agreement, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
J.22 ROAD CLOSURES FOR THE 2026 ANNUAL TRUNK-OR-TREAT EVENT (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT 1)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Approve all recommended road closures for the 2026 Annual Trunk-orTreat event as outlined in this staff report; and
2. Authorize the Moreno Valley Police Department and the Public Works Director/City Engineer to implement additional traffic control measures or recommend road closures as necessary for the event.
15 RESULT: Approved
J.23 ROAD CLOSURES FOR THE 2026 ANNUAL FUN COLOR RUN
(REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT 1)
Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Approve all recommended road closures for the 2026 Annual Fun Color Run as outlined in this report; and
2. Authorize the Moreno Valley Police Department and the Public Works Director/City Engineer to make additional changes or road closure recommendations as needed for the event.
RESULT: Approved
J.24 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT FOR
CITYWIDE TRASH FULL CAPTURE DEVICE INSTALLATION PROJECT FOR PER CALIFORNIA STATE PUBLIC AGREEMENT CODE 22000 ET SEQ. (REPORT OF: PUBLIC WORKS) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS) Moved by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council:
1. Find the Citywide Trash Full Capture Device Installation project exempt from Section 15301(c) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Section 5.1.2 of the City's Rules and Procedures for CEQA implementation;
2. Award a Construction Agreement to G2 Construction, Inc. for the Citywide Trash Full Capture Device Installation Project;
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Construction Agreement with G2 Construction, Inc. in the amount of $418,500, funded by the Storm Water Management Fund (Fund 2008) and Capital Improvement Grants Fund (Fund 3001), subject to the approval of the City Attorney;
4. Authorize the issuance of a purchase order to G2 Construction, Inc. in the amount of $502,200 (bid amount plus 20% contingency), once all parties have executed the Agreement; and
16 5. Authorize the City Manager or his or her designee to execute any subsequent change orders to the Agreement with G2 Construction, Inc., up to the purchase order amount as necessary to complete the project, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
RESULT: Approved
K. PUBLIC HEARING
K.1 PUBLIC HEARING AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF THE MORENO
VALLEY PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE BONDS,
SERIES 2026A (REPORT OF: CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR) (DISTRICT: ALL DISTRICTS)
Chief Financial Officer Felicia London introduced Jim Fabian, City's Municipal Advisor from Feldman, Rolapp and Associates, Nick Yeager, City's Bound Counsel from Stradling Law, and Tom Jacob the underwriter for Stifel, Nicolaus and Company.
Jim Fabian, Nick Yeager, and Tom Jacob provided the presentation.
With the conclusion of the presentation, Mayor Cabrera asked questions regarding the presentation.
Jim Fabian and Tom Jacob responded to Mayor Cabrera's inquiries.
With no further Council questions of staff, Mayor Cabrera called for the presentation to be heard from Fire Chief Jesse Park and Police Chief Sarah Mack.
Fire Chief Jesse Park and Police Chief Sarah Mack provided the presentation.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez asked questions of staff.
Chief Jesse Park responded to Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez's inquiries.
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz left at 7:39pm.
Councilmember Delgado asked questions of staff.
Fire Chief Jesse Park responded to Councilmember Delgado's inquiries.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez asked additional questions of staff.
Police Chief Sarah Mack responded to Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez's inquiries.
City Manager Brian Mohan provided comments on the item. 17 With no further Council questions, Mayor Cabrera called for public comments to be heard.
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz returned at 7:43pm.
Seth Cox
1. Supported.
Christopher Baca
1. Supported.
Mayor Cabrera left the dais at 7:52pm.
Roy Bleckert
1. Critical of Mayor Cabrera.
2. Concerns.
Louise Palomarez
1. Supported, concerned with cost.
2. Critical of Mayor Cabrera.
3. Election season.
Manuel Topete
1. Concerns with Bond.
2. Fire Department concerns.
3. Police concerns.
Joann Martinez Stephan
1. Supported.
Mayor Cabrera returned to the dais at 8:04pm.
Councilmember Delgado provided comments on the item.
With the conclusion of public comments, Mayor Cabrera called for Council comments and deliberation.
Councilmember Delgado, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz, and Councilmember Barnard provided comments on the item.
Councilmember Delgado left the dais at 8:11pm.
18 Councilmember Delgado returned to the dais at 8:13pm.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez and Mayor Cabrera provided comments on the item.
With no additional Council comments or deliberation, Mayor Cabrera entertained a motion.
Moved by: Mayor Cabrera
Seconded by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
That the City Council and the Moreno Valley Public Financing Authority:
1. Find that the 2026 Project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in accordance with Section 15183 of the CEQA Guidelines; and
2. Conduct the Public Hearing and accept public testimony regarding the issuance of Moreno Valley Public Financing Authority Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A, in an aggregate principal amount Not to Exceed $150,000,000; and
3. Adopt Resolution Number 2026-60, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Moreno Valley approving the issuance by the Moreno Valley Public Financing Authority of Not to Exceed $150,000,000 Aggregate Principal Amount of Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A to finance certain capital improvements of the City; approving the form of an Official Statement; and authorizing the execution and delivery of necessary documents and the taking of all necessary actions relating to the financing; and
4. Adopt Resolution Number PFA 2026-02, A Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Moreno Valley Public Financing Authority authorizing the issuance and sale of Not to Exceed $150,000,000 Aggregate Principal Amount of Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A to finance certain capital improvements; of the City of Moreno Valley; approving the form of an Official Statement; and authorizing the execution and delivery of necessary documents and the taking of all necessary actions relating to the financing; and
5. Approve the necessary budget adjustments to allow the recording of the issuance of the bonds and related debt service required for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026/27; and
19 6. Authorize the necessary additions and budget adjustments to the FY 2026/27 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and appropriate $134,360,000 for the new projects; and
7. Authorize the City Manager to execute amendments to all related agreements for the Public Safety Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A, and any associated consultant agreements within the City Council-approved annual budgeted amounts, including the authority to authorize the associated purchase orders in accordance with the terms of the related agreement(s), subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
Ayes (5): Mayor Cabrera, Councilmember Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, Councilmember Delgado District 2, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3
RESULT: Approved (5 to 0)
L. GENERAL BUSINESS - NONE
M. REGIONAL COMMISSION/COMMITTEE/BOARD REPORTS
M.1 March Joint Powers Commission (JPC)
None.
M.2 Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency Board of Directors (RCHCA)
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez reported the following:
At the meeting of the RCHCA Board of Directors on September 10, 2026, the Board received the following Reports: Board of Directors Meeting Schedule for 2027; Mitigation Fee Transfers from Member Agencies; Financial Report through June 2026; Fiscal Year 2025/2026 4th Quarter Budget Amendment; Contracts and Grants Status Update; Reserve Management Coordinating Committee; Reserve Management Committee for the Southwestern Riverside County Multi-Species Reserve and the Lake Mathews Reserve; Attendance Roster; Amendment to the Appendix of the RCHCA Conflict of Interest Code; Stephens’ Kangaroo Rat Habitat Conservation Plan Renewal; Member Agency Adoption of Updated SKR Mitigation Fee Schedule; and, Stephens’ Kangaroo Rat Reserve Management and Monitoring Activities Update.
Additionally, staff recommendations were approved for the following:
20 Approve the schedule of RCHCA Board of Directors meetings for 2027.
Approve the 4th Quarter Budge Amendment for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
Adopt Resolution Number 2026-03; A Resolution of the Board of Directors of the Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency amending the Conflict of Interest Code pursuant to the Political Reform Act of 1974.
M.3 Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC)
Mayor Cabrera reported the following:
For the Commission meeting, the Commission approved funding to continue Metrolink service through the end of the year while regional agencies work toward a full-year budget.
The Commission also received updates on several I-15 corridor improvements intended to improve traffic flow and approved the name San Jacinto Valley Expressway for the future roadway formerly known as the State Route 79 Realignment Project.
Lastly, the commission agreed to conduct additional traffic analysis, as requested by the City of Perris, to evaluate potential local traffic impacts associated with the phased opening of the expressway.
For the Budget and Implementation meeting, the Committee approved approximately $3.12 million in transit funding for Riverside County, supporting discounted and free fares, student programs, and clean-transit infrastructure. Combined with prior funding, the County will receive approximately $7.99 million this fiscal year.
The Committee also reviewed public input on regional transit needs, with residents primarily requesting more service, increased frequency, improved bus stops, affordable fares, and better accessibility. The comments were forwarded to transit operators for consideration in future service improvements.
M.4 Riverside Transit Agency Board of Directors (RTA)
None.
M.5 Western Riverside Council of Governments Executive Committee (WRCOG)
21 None.
M.6 Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority Board of Directors (RCA)
Mayor Cabrera reported the following:
At the RCA Board of Directors meeting on August 3, 2026, reports for the following were received:
Western Riverside County MSHCP Fee Collection for April 2026; Western Riverside County MSHCP Fee Collection for May 2026; Joint Project Review Status;
Acquisition Status;
Monthly Investment for April 2026;
Monthly Investment for May 2026;
Single Signature Authority Report; and
State and Federal Legislative Update
Staff provided a presentation on the Reserve of the Month – Bishop Reserve Land, over 40-acres acquired, part of a larger 272-acre contiguous conservation assemblage, located adjacent to the Cleveland National Forest, western part of the City of Lake Elsinore.
Board of Directors Executive Director Report, Aaron Hake, reported that they have closed on 4 properties 394.8 acres since the last meeting in June, 19.2 million dollars in investment, much of this was from a State Grant.
Finally, Closed Session Item No.1 approved the purchase of the Baker property for $161,500 and Item No.2 approved the purchase of the Lim property for $205,000
M.7 School District/City Joint Task Force
None.
M.8 Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) None.
N. EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION REPORTS
22 None.
O. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
1. Helen Putnam award.
2. Government Finance Officer Association awards.
3. Community Day of Service, Saturday, October 10th.
4. Free Dump Day, Saturday, October 10th.
P. CITY COUNCIL CLOSING COMMENTS
Councilmember Barnard
1. Parks and Community Services updates.
2. Asked to close meeting in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month and friend Christine Cunningham.
3. Medical research.
Councilmember Delgado
1. Breast Cancer Awareness month.
2. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce meetings.
3. Hidden Springs community meeting.
4. Sketchers ribbon cutting.
5. League of California Cities meeting recap.
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz
1. Five year anniversary of her Mother passing, former City Councilmember Victoria Baca.
2. Recounted stories of Mother.
3. Asked to close the meeting in honor of her Mother, former City Councilmember Victoria Baca.
Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez
1. Northgate Market approval.
2. El Grito event.
3. Wake Up Moval event.
23 4. Moreno Valley Museum.
Mayor Cabrera
1. Breast Cancer Awareness month.
2. Moreno Valley Mall and Art Space.
3. Thanked former City Manager Mike Lee.
4. Mexican Mobile Consulate.
5. El Grito event.
6. Community events.
7. League of California Cities.
Q. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Louise Palomarez
1. Asked for City Council candidates to attend City Council meetings.
Moved by: Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1
Seconded by: Councilmember Delgado District 2
Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz moved to name the amphitheater in honor of the late Victoria Baca.
Ayes (3): Councilmember Barnard District 4, Councilmember Baca-Santa Cruz District 1, and Councilmember Delgado District 2
Nayes (2): Mayor Cabrera, and Mayor Pro Tem Gonzalez District 3 RESULT: Approved (3 to 2)
R. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Cabrera adjourned at 8:58pm in memory of Victoria Baca and Mayor Cabrera's Grandmother.
24 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