Norco City Council
August 5, 2026

AGENDA
City Council
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
City Council Chamber – Norco City Hall
2820 Clark Avenue, Norco, CA 92860
CALL TO ORDER 6:00 PM
ROLL CALL Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
Gregory Bowen, Mayor Pro Tem
Kevin Bash, Council Member
Greg Newton, Council Member
Fia Sullivan, Council Member

CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: One (1) potential case CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: Four (4) potential cases
RECONVENE PUBLIC SESSION 7:00 PM

REPORT OF ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
INVOCATION Chaplain Vincent Ball
Riverside County Sheriff's Office
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Robin Grundmeyer
PRESENTATION Deputy Rachell Whittenburg
Riverside County Sheriff’s Office

1. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS ON REGIONAL BOARDS

2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
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This is the time when persons wishing to address the City Council regarding the Consent Calendar or other items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the legislative body, but not separately agendized, may be heard. Public participation is available in person or through the City’s two-way telephonic service in accordance with SB 707. In-person speakers should submit a speaker card to the Meeting Clerk. Remote speakers may join using the Zoom access information provided on this agenda, including the dial-in numbers (+1 669 444 9171 or  +1 669 900 6833, Meeting ID 824 3838 1139) to enter the public comment area. Remote participants may raise their hand by pressing *9 and, when recognized by the City Clerk using the last four digits of their phone number, will be unmuted to provide comments. At the conclusion of the allotted speaking time, unmute permissions will be removed. All comments are limited to three minutes or less.

Under the Ralph M. Brown Act, the City Council cannot discuss or take action on comments regarding non-agendized items.

3. CONSENT CALENDAR
All items listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and may be enacted by one motion. Prior to the motion to consider any action by the presiding governmental body, any public comments on any of the Consent Items will be heard under Item No. 2 of the Agenda.

There will be no discussion on matters on the Consent Calendar unless an item is pulled for discussion by a member of the governmental body. Items pulled for discussion from the Consent Calendar will be separately considered under Item No. 4 of the Agenda.

3.A. Waive Reading of All Ordinance and Resolution Adoptions on this Agenda and Read by Title Only
RECOMMENDATION:

Waive reading, by title only, of all Ordinances and Resolutions. Said Ordinances and Resolutions which appear on the agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.

Staff Report - Pdf

3.B. Approval of City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of July 15, 2026.

Staff Report - Pdf

3.C. Quarterly Investment Report for Quarter Ended June 30, 2026 RECOMMENDATION:

Receive and file the Quarterly Investment Report for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2026.

Staff Report - Pdf

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3.D. Acceptance of the River Road & Oldenburg Lane Sewer Lift Station Nos. 10 & 11 Replacement Project as Complete
RECOMMENDATION:

Accept the River Road & Oldenburg Lane Sewer Lift Station Nos. 10 & 11 Replacement Project as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.

Staff Report - Pdf

3.E. Approval of Funding Appropriation and Professional Services Agreement with Kosmont Realty for Surplus Land Act Pre-Disposition and Solicitation Real Estate Services
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Professional Services Agreement with Kosmont Realty for Surplus Land Act Pre-Disposition and Solicitation Real Estate Services, and Adopt Resolution No. 2026-69 authorizing an appropriation of $45,000 from the Housing Fund.

Staff Report - Pdf

3.F. Change Order Request for the Corydon Waterline Improvement Project (Design)
RECOMMENDATION:

Review and approve the Change Order Request in the amount of $14,500 for the Corydon Waterline Improvement Project (Project No. 4706.32) and increase the design contract amount for Rick Engineering to $119,335.

Additionally, authorize Public Works Director, Sam Nelson, to serve as an authorized signer for the Change Order.

Staff Report - Pdf

3.G. Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-71 Authorizing the City Manager to Implement the 2026 Clear the Shelters Campaign at the Norco Animal Shelter and Temporarily Suspend Animal Adoption Fees
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-71, authorizing the City Manager to implement the 2026 Clear the Shelters Campaign at the Norco Animal Shelter and temporarily suspend animal adoption fees for qualifying adoptions during the campaign period of August 24, 2026, through August 31, 2026.

Staff Report - Pdf

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3.H. Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-72 accepting a $40,000 donation from the Norco Horseweek Committee
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-72 accepting a $40,000 donation from the Norco Horseweek Committee, with $20,000 designated for the Rose M.

Eldridge Senior Center and $20,000 designated for the Norco Animal Shelter.

Staff Report - Pdf

3.I. FY 2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-68, accepting Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) funds in the amount of $2,513 and approving a matching City contribution of $2,513 toward the Emergency Management Services contract cost. Additionally, designate the Fire Chief, or his designee, as the Authorized Agent to act on behalf of the City of Norco in all actions necessary to obtain Federal financial assistance provided by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security through the Federal Emergency Management Agency and sub-granted by the California Office of Emergency Services.

Staff Report - Pdf

4. ITEM(S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR

5. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEM(S)

5.A. Establishing a Youth Member Seat on City Council-Appointed Commissions and Committees
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-70 establishing a permanent Youth Member seat on City Council-appointed Commissions and Committees.

Staff Report - Pdf

6. PUBLIC HEARING(S)

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6.A. Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-67 Establishing a Major Development Project Processing Deposit and Reimbursement Requirement for Recovery of Actual City Costs
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-67 establishing a Major Development Project Processing Deposit and reimbursement requirement for recovery of actual City costs associated with the review and processing of major development projects.

Staff Report - Pdf

7. CITY COUNCIL / STAFF COMMUNICATIONS

8. ADJOURNMENT
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in this meeting is encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office at (951) 270-5623 or [email protected] at least 48 hours prior to the meeting so that reasonable arrangements can be made to ensure accessibility. Staff reports are on file in the City Clerk’s Office.

Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the presiding governmental body regarding any item on this agenda will be available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office during normal business hours at Norco City Hall, located at 2870 Clark Avenue in Norco. The meeting is recorded.

City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: August 5, 2026 Agenda Item:

3.A.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Lisette Free, City Manager
Prepared By: Amanda Hamilton, Deputy City Manager /
Community Operations Director
Department: City Clerk
SUBJECT:

Waive Reading of All Ordinance and Resolution Adoptions on this Agenda and Read by Title Only
RECOMMENDATION:

Waive reading, by title only, of all Ordinances and Resolutions. Said Ordinances and Resolutions which appear on the agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.

REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Approved by: Lisette Free, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLP, City Attorney

City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: August 5, 2026 Agenda Item:

3.B.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Lisette Free, City Manager
Prepared By: Kelli Anderson, Communications Manager
Department: Administration
SUBJECT:

Approval of City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
RECOMMENDATION:

Approve the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of July 15, 2026.

REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Approved by: Lisette Free, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLP, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

Draft Minutes - City Council - July 15, 2026

MINUTES
City Council
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
City Council Chamber – Norco City Hall
2820 Clark Avenue, Norco, CA 92860

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Grundmeyer opened the meeting at 6 p.m.

ROLL CALL Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
Gregory Bowen, Mayor Pro Tem
Kevin Bash, Council Member
Greg Newton, Council Member
Fia Sullivan, Council Member

CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Burns read the closed session items into the record.

CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(4): 3 Cases

CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Property: JD Ranch Single Family Residential Project at River Road and Bluff Street Agency negotiator: City Manager, Community Development Director, City Attorney Negotiating parties: City of Norco and TACRD Investments, L.P.

Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment

CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Property: Silverlakes Sports Park
Agency negotiator: City Manager, Finance Director, City Attorney Negotiating parties: City of Norco and Balboa Inc.

Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
Public Comments
Enrique and Kristen Lastres, residents of Crestview Drive, requested a permit extension.

Mayor Grundmeyer recessed to Closed Session at 6:03 p.m.

RECONVENE PUBLIC SESSION
Mayor Grundmeyer reconvened the public session at 7:08 p.m.

REPORT OF ACTION(S) TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Burns reported that the City Council voted unanimously to authorize

City Council Minutes - July 15, 2026
code enforcement action on Mount Shasta Drive and granted the property owners on Crestview Drive 90 days to achieve compliance, with enforcement authorized if compliance is not met within that timeframe. The remaining items were not discussed and were continued following the public meeting.

INVOCATION Chaplain Vincent Ball
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Council Member Fia Sullivan

PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Grundmeyer invited Deputy City Manager Hamilton to introduce the first presenter, Horseweek President Jason Miller, who thanked volunteers for their support of the 10-day community event and presented donation checks to four local organizations: Norco Animal Shelter, Norco Senior Center, Norco Seniors and Pets, and Norco FFA.

Mayor Grundmeyer then asked Deputy City Manager Hamilton to introduce the second presenter, Izzy Henrickson, who introduced the Norco Junior Fair Committee and highlighted new partnerships supporting their Read-to-Ride Program.

1. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS ON REGIONAL BOARDS
Mayor and Council Members provided updates on Regional Boards, Committees and Meetings.

2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Bonnie Slager thanked everyone for supporting the Fourth of July Trail Ride. She also announced that Fair Buttons are available for purchase at various locations throughout the community.

3. CONSENT CALENDAR
M/S BASH/BOWEN to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:

AYES: GRUNDMEYER, BOWEN, BASH, NEWTON, AND SULLIVAN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

3.A. Waive Reading of All Ordinance and Resolution Adoptions on this Agenda and

City Council Minutes - July 15, 2026
Read by Title Only
Action: Waived reading, by title only, of all Ordinances and Resolutions. Said Ordinances and Resolutions which appear on the agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.

3.B. Approval of City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
Action: Approved the City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of July 1, 2026.

3.C. Acceptance of Bids and Award of Contract for the Citywide FY 2025-26 Slurry Seal Project
Action: Accepted the bids and awarded a contract for the Citywide FY 2025-26 Slurry Seal Project to All American Asphalt in the amount of $215,843; and authorized the City Manager to approve contract change orders up to 10 percent of the total bid amount.

3.D. Fiscal Year 2025-26 California State Fire Marshal Annual Inspection Compliance Report
Action: Received and filed the Fiscal Year 2025-26 California State Fire Marshal Annual Inspection Compliance Report.

3.E. Quarterly Purchase Orders Listing Between $25,000 to $49,999 Action: Received and filed the Quarterly Purchase Orders Listing for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2026.

3.F. Acceptance of Proposals, Selection of Consultant, and Award of Professional Consulting Services Agreement for Architectural, Engineering, and Design Services for The Hall Replacement Project at the Ingalls Event Center Action: Accepted proposals received for architectural, engineering, and design services for The Hall Replacement Project at the Ingalls Event Center; approved the selection of IDS Group Inc.; and authorized the Mayor to execute a Professional Consulting Services Agreement with IDS Group, Inc. in an amount not-to-exceed $648,054.

3.G. Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-66 Authorizing Participation in the County of Riverside Urban County Program for Fiscal Years 2027-2028, 2028-2029, and 2029-2030 and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Urban County Cooperation Agreement

City Council Minutes - July 15, 2026
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 2026-66 Authorizing participation in the County of Riverside Urban County Program for Fiscal Years 2027-2028, 2028-2029, and 2029- 2030 and authorized the City Manager to Execute the Urban County Cooperation Agreement.

3.H. Recap of Actions Taken by the Planning Commission at its Meeting Held on July 8, 2026
Action: Received and filed the recap of actions taken by the Planning Commission at its meeting held on July 8, 2026.

4. ITEM(S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
No items were pulled from the Consent Calendar.

5. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEM(S)
There were no discussion items.

6. PUBLIC HEARING(S)

6.A. Ordinance Establishing Posted Speed Limits on Certain Streets in the City of Norco and Amending Chapter 10.12.010 through 10.12.030 of the Norco Municipal Code
Fred Minagar of Minagar and Associates delivered the traffic study presentation.

Council Members raised concerns about various aspects of the traffic study, including signage, community conditions, timing, school zones, and safety considerations. Mr. Minagar explained the limits imposed by State law, noted that the Council could override the study though citations would not be enforceable, and recommended pursuing “Special Community” designation through the State to allow lower speed limits in targeted areas.

Public Comments
Mike Williams, Chair of the Streets, Trails, and Utilities Commission, expressed concern about inconsistencies within the study.

Bill Naylor suggested revisiting the previous traffic study, noting that Norconian Drive was closed in 2020 when it was conducted.

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Jim Pollard asked whether an appropriate study had been performed on Parkridge Avenue between First Street and Second Street, raising concerns about nearby schools and past fatalities.

Michael Meisenbach, a resident on Norco Drive, stated that the study should cover a broader range of hours.

Matt Hilliard, a resident and former Los Angeles Police Officer, shared his experience with traffic studies in law enforcement.

One written communication was submitted for the record.

There were no online public comments.

M/S GRUNDMEYER/BASH to introduce the first reading of Ordinance No. 1143.

The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:

AYES: GRUNDMEYER, BOWEN, AND BASH
NOES: NEWTON AND SULLIVAN
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
M/S GRUNDMEYER/BASH to direct staff to work with the Streets, Trails, and Utilities Commission to develop legislation establishing speed limits in Norco and to compile a list of the top 20 problem segments based on the current traffic study. The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:

AYES: GRUNDMEYER, BOWEN, BASH, NEWTON, AND SULLIVAN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

6.B. Adopt Resolution 2026-65: Confirming the Report of Costs for Spring and Fall Weed Abatement, Fiscal Year 2025-26
Deputy Fire Marshal Steve Payne gave the presentation.

There were no in person or online public comments.

M/S NEWTON/SULLIVAN to adopt Resolution No. 2026-65 confirming the Report of Costs for abatement of weeds and hazardous vegetation as a public nuisance

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and imposing special assessment liens on vacant parcels within the city. The Motion was carried by the following roll call vote:

AYES: GRUNDMEYER, BOWEN, BASH, NEWTON, AND SULLIVAN
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

7. CITY COUNCIL / STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
Deputy City Manager Hamilton shared details about the upcoming National Day of the American Cowboy Rodeo on July 25, 2026.

Council Member Sullivan expressed appreciation to staff and volunteers for their work on recent community events.

Mayor Pro Tem Bowen requested a list of forthcoming street improvement projects, asked for an update on the Norco Animal Rescue Team, and commended staff for their successful event efforts.

8. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Grundmeyer recessed to Closed Session at 9:18 p.m.

The City Council returned from Closed Session at 9:52 p.m.

City Attorney Burns announced there was no reportable action.

Mayor Grundmeyer adjourned the meeting at 9:52 p.m.
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City Clerk

City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: August 5, 2026 Agenda Item:

3.C.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director
Prepared By: Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director
Department: Finance
SUBJECT:

Quarterly Investment Report for Quarter Ended June 30, 2026 RECOMMENDATION:

Receive and file the Quarterly Investment Report for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2026.

SUMMARY:

This report has been prepared to meet the requirements of the City’s Investment Policy and applicable sections of the State of California Government Code.

BACKGROUND:

Attachment A provides a summary schedule of the City’s operating portfolio holdings by type as of June 30, 2026. This summary also provides information on investment compliance with the limitations imposed by State law and the City’s Investment Policy.

Investments that are subject to the Statement of Investment Policy are operating or idle funds invested by the Treasurer within the provisions of the approved Investment Policy.

During the quarter ended June 30, 2026, the operating portfolio increased by a net amount of $10.7 million from $104.3 million to $115.0 million.

The excess of cash receipts over cash disbursements was anticipated during the quarter as revenue receipts during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year usually exceeds disbursements for expenditures. This is due to receipt of vehicle license fees, utility franchise fees, second installment of property taxes for the City and special districts, and receipt for Successor Agency debt service payments. The Successor Agency property tax received will be used for Successor Agency debt service payments in August. In comparing the current quarter to last year’s quarter, the current year operating portfolio increased mainly by the Successor Agency, Water Fund, Storm Drain Fund and Special Districts.

A summary of investments not subject to the provisions of the Investment Policy (bond proceeds and debt service reserve funds) is also shown on Attachment A. These funds are invested in accordance with applicable bond indenture provisions. During the quarter ended June 30, 2026, bond proceeds and debt service reserve fund portfolio decreased by a net amount of $0.7 million from $7.8 million to $7.1 million due to debt service payments on Enterprise Revenue Bonds.

Attachment B provides a graphical breakdown of the operating portfolio holdings by investment type as of June 30, 2026. This chart is for investments that are subject to the Investment Policy. The operating portfolio consisted of 30.28% investment in the State of California Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF), 34.68% California Asset Management Plan (CAMP), 22.87% in Agency Securities and the remaining 12.17% in cash.

Attachment C provides a detailed listing of the City’s portfolio holdings as required by the Government Code. In this listing, “N/A” is used to denote that the information is either not available or applicable. Agency Securities issued by United States Government Sponsored Entities (GSEs) are rated “AA+” by Moody’s rating service and “AAA” by Fitch rating service. Attachment D indicates cash balances by Fund as additional information to complement the schedule of investment holdings. For the Operating Funds, the cash balance provides an indication of the financial health of each Fund.

Attachment D indicates cash balances by Fund as additional information to complement the schedule of investment holdings. For the Operating Funds, the cash balance provides an indication of the financial health of each Fund.

Attachment E: Based on cash balances as of June 30, 2026, and anticipated cash receipts for the next six months, the Treasurer certifies that there will be sufficient cash to cover disbursements for the City and Successor Agency for the next six months ending December 31, 2026.

FISCAL IMPACT:

This agenda item will not result in a fiscal impact.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

This item is consistent with Strategic Direction No. 3 - "Economic Development and Financial Stability."
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director Approved by: Lisette Free, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLP, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

Portfolio Summary (Attachment A)

Summary Charts (Attachment B)
Portfolio Detail (Attachment C)
Detail by Fund (Attachment D)
Certification (Attachment E)

Attachment A
City of Norco, California
Portfolio Summary
As of June 30, 2026
City Investments Subject to Investment Policy Market Value Percentage Policy Maximum ComplianceCash 14,006,775 $ 12.18% NA In ComplianceLocal Agency Investment Fund 34,825,656 30.28% 100% In ComplianceCAMP 39,884,973 34.68% 100% In ComplianceU.S. Government Agency Securities 26,306,219 22.87% 100% In Compliance Total $ 115,023,624 100.00%

3.173%
City Investments Not Subject to Investment Policy Market Value PercentageCommunity Facilities Districts $ 1,804,568 25.31%Sewer and Water System 0.32% 23,006Refunding Tax Allocation Bonds 74.37% 5,302,561 Total $ 7,130,135 100.00%

0.798%
Estimated Portfolio YieldEstimated Portfolio Yield

Attachment B

BEGINNING AND ENDING VALUES BREAKDOWN OF INVESTMENTS
Beg. Market Values Ending Market Values
Breakdown 3/31/2026 6/30/2026 Investments Subject to Investment Policy Portfolio % RatingCash 16,907,396 14,006,775 Local Agency Investment Fund 34,825,656 30.28% Not Rated Local Agency Investment Fund 34,825,656 32,622,629 Federal Home Loan Banks 26,306,219 22.87% AAA California Asset Management Plan 39,884,973 39,359,762 CA Asset Management Plan 39,884,973 34.68% AAAm U.S. Government Agency Securities 26,306,219 15,430,422 Wells Fargo Checking Account 12,497,450 10.87% Not Rated Total Market Value 115,023,624 104,320,209 US Bank Principal Cash 544,317 0.47% Not Rated US Bank Money Market (Escrow) 965,008 0.84% Not Rated
TOTAL 100% 115,023,624

SUMMARY OF CITY OF NORCO'S PORTFOLIO

INVESTMENTS SUBJECT TO INVESTMENT POLICY
Not Rated
42%
Rated
58%
By Rating
< 1 year
76%
1-3 years
0%
> 3 years
24%
By Maturity (Years)
Local Agency
Investment
Fund
30%
Federal Home
Loan Banks
23%
CA Asset
Management
Plan
35%
Cash and Cash
Equivalents
12%
By Type

Attachment C Page 1
City of Norco, California
Portfolio Details
As of June 30, 2026
Investments Subject to Policy
Cash & Cash EquivalentsPurchase Date Maturity Date CUSIP # Description of Security Investment
Policy Account Rating
Coupon
Rate
Yield to
Maturity Face Value Cost Market Value
N/A N/A N/A Checking Accounts N/A Wells Fargo N/A N/A 0.00% N/A 12,497,450 12,497,450 N/A N/A N/A Principal Cash N/A US Bank N/A N/A 0.00% N/A 544,317 544,317 N/A N/A N/A Money Market (Escrow) XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.05% N/A 965,008 965,008 Subtotal 14,006,775 14,006,775
Local Agency Investment Fund
Purchase Date Maturity Date CUSIP # Description of Security Investment
Policy Account Rating
Coupon
Rate
Yield to
Maturity Face Value Cost Market Value
N/A N/A N/A Local Agency Investment Fund XI.15 State of California N/A N/A N/A N/A 34,825,656 34,864,971 Subtotal 34,825,656 34,864,971
California Asset Management Plan
Purchase Date Maturity Date CUSIP # Description of Security Investment
Policy Account Rating
Coupon
Rate
Yield to
Maturity Face Value Cost Market Value
N/A N/A N/A California Asset Management Plan XI.13 CA Joint Powers Authority N/A N/A N/A N/A 39,884,973 35,500,000 Subtotal 39,884,973 35,500,000
US Bank Custodial Account
10/29/25 10/16/30 3130B8E65 Federal Home Loan Banks XI.5 US Bank AAA 4.000% 4.052% 5,365,000 5,365,000 5,287,476 10/28/25 10/28/30 3133ETK89 Federal Farm Credit XI.5 US Bank AA+ 3.730% 3.782% 3,100,000 3,100,000 3,051,020 12/16/25 12/16/30 3134HCHM4 FHLMC XI.5 US Bank AA+ 4.000% 4.041% 540,000 540,000 533,747 04/09/24 04/09/30 3133ETCF2 Federal Farm Credit XI.5 US Bank AA+ 4.520% 4.530% 3,133,000 3,133,000 3,123,758 08/20/24 08/10/29 3130B2FW0 Federal Home Loan Banks XI.5 US Bank AA+ 4.250% 4.262% 3,400,000 3,400,000 3,389,460 05/05/20 05/15/30 31359MFP3 Federal National Mortgage Assoc. XI.5 US Bank AA+ 7.250% 6.536% 7,089,705 6,300,000 6,972,840 04/21/26 04/28/31 3136GD5X7 Federal National Mortgage Assoc. XI.5 US Bank AA+ 4.100% 4.149% 4,003,000 4,003,000 3,947,919 26,306,219 26,630,705
Total Investments Subject to Policy 115,023,624 111,002,451

Attachment C Page 2
City of Norco, California
Portfolio Details
As of June 30, 2026
Investments Not Subject to Policy (Bond Proceeds)Community Facilities Districts Cash and Cash EquivalentsPurchase
Date Maturity Date CUSIP # Description of Security
Investment
Policy Account Rating
Coupon
Rate
Yield to
Maturity Face Value Cost Market Value
N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 209,093 209,093 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 180 180 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 1,277,772 1,277,772 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 112 112 N/A N/A 31846V203 First American Government XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.253% N/A 906 906 N/A N/A 31846V203 First American Government XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.253% N/A 31,622 31,622 N/A N/A 31846V203 First American Government XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.253% N/A 218,225 218,225 Subtotal 1,737,911 1,737,911
Local Agency Investment Fund
Purchase
Date Maturity Date CUSIP # Description of Security
Investment
Policy Account Rating
Coupon
Rate
Yield to
Maturity Face Value Cost Market Value
N/A N/A N/A Local Agency Investment Fund (CFD 2002-1) XI.13 State of California N/A N/A N/A N/A 66,657 66,732 Subtotal 66,657 66,732
Total Community Facilities Districts 1,804,568 1,804,643 Investments Not Subject to Policy (Bond Proceeds)Sewer and Water System Cash and Cash EquivalentsPurchase
Date Maturity Date CUSIP # Description of Security
Investment
Policy Account Rating
Coupon
Rate
Yield to
Maturity Face Value Cost Market Value
N/A N/A 31846V203 First American Government XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.253% N/A 307 307 N/A N/A 31846V203 First American Government XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.253% N/A 20,135 20,135N/A N/A 31846V203 First American Government XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.253% N/A 2,557 2,557 N/A N/A 31846V203 First American Government XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.253% N/A 7 7 Subtotal 23,006 23,006
Total Sewer and Water System 23,006 23,006

Attachment C Page 3
City of Norco, California
Portfolio Details
As of June 30, 2026
Investments Not Subject to Policy (Bond Proceeds)Refunding Tax Allocation Bonds Cash & Cash EquivalentsPurchase
Date Maturity Date CUSIP # Description of Security
Investment
Policy Account Rating
Coupon
Rate
Yield to
Maturity Face Value Cost Market Value
N/A N/A 31846V401 First American Government Obligation XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.103% N/A 136,315 136,315N/A N/A 31846V401 First American Government Obligation XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.103% N/A 14,801 14,801N/A N/A 31846V401 First American Government Obligation XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.103% N/A 136,434 136,434N/A N/A 31846V401 First American Government Obligation XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.103% N/A 1,893 1,893N/A N/A 31846V401 First American Government Obligation XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 3.103% N/A 974,398 974,398 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 4,044 4,044 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 89,868 89,868 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 29 29 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 540,050 540,050 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 56,354 56,354 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 13 13N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 15 15 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 1,111,953 1,111,953 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 107,434 107,434 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 80 80N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 78 78 N/A N/A 9AMMF05B2 US Bank Money Market XI.11 US Bank N/A N/A 0.005% N/A 1,973,243 1,973,243 Subtotal 5,147,000 5,147,000
Local Agency Investment Fund
Purchase
Date Maturity Date CUSIP # Description of Security
Investment
Policy Account Rating
Coupon
Rate
Yield to
Maturity Face Value Cost Market Value
N/A N/A N/A Local Agency Investment Fund (2010 TABs) XI.13 State of California N/A N/A N/A N/A 28,147 28,115 N/A N/A N/A Local Agency Investment Fund (2003 TABs) XI.13 State of California N/A N/A N/A N/A 127,590 127,446 Subtotal 155,561 155,737
Total Refunding Tax Allocation Bonds 5,302,561 5,302,737 Total Investments Not Subject to Policy 7,130,135 7,130,386

Attachment D
City of Norco, California
Portfolio Details by Fund
As of June 30, 2026
Investments Subject to Policy Qtr ended
06/30/26
Fund Description Balance
012 Successor Agency Project Fund 2,012
016 Cal Home Grant Fund 269,796
017 Successor Agency Fund 3,515,912
018 Housing Fund 9,291,198
121 General Fund 31,016,742
122 Miscellaneous Grants Fund 121,871
124 Water Fund 7,318,766
126 Sewer Fund 3,160,321
127/132 Measure R Fund 15,554,193
128 Equipment Replacement Fund 4,859,020
129 Storm Drain Fund 1,247,956
131 Nancy Newman Fund 3,151
133 Gas Tax Fund (10,689)
134 Benefits and Insurance Fund 1,011,688
135 Information Technology Fund 1,408,114
136 SB1 Road Maintenance & Rehab. Fund 1,564,534
137 Measure A Fund 3,374,558
139 NPDES Fund (12,671)
140 General Govt Improvement Fund 247,729
141 Park Improvement Fund 4,014,401
142 Fire Improvement Fund 1,102,945
143 Trail Improvement Fund 265,365
144 Water Capital Fund 4,114,342
146 Public Meeting Facilities Fund 1,217,674
147 Sewer Facilities Fund 11,421,514
149 Street Improvement Fund 2,211,031
151 Animal Control Fund 91,814
152 Facility Improvement Fund 141,430
154 Trust Deposit Fund 556,589
156 AQMD Fund 56,169
158 Waste Management Fund (117,107)
159 Recyled Water Capital Fund (620,288)
166 Recyled Water Fund 1,267,545
181 CFD 97-1 633,083
182 CFD 2001-1 3,049,193
183 CFD 2002-1 176,753
179 LMD #1 (5,797)
176 LMD #2 58,672
177 LMD #3 40,396
186 LMD #4 403,166
187 LMD #5 77,834
188 Silverlakes Escrow Acct US Bank 965,008
Subtotal - General Ledger 115,065,933
Various Outstanding Checks/Deposits in Transit (42,309) Total Cash and Investments 115,023,624

Attachment E
Quarterly Investment Portfolio
For the Quarter Ended June 30, 2026
As required by the Government Code, the Treasurer certifies that the investments reported in the accompanying schedules (Attachments A through D) comply with the City of Norco Investment Policy and that suƯicient liquidity along with anticipated revenues are available to meet the City and Successor Agency budgeted expenditure requirements for the next six months ending December 31, 2026.
____________________________________ August 5, 2026
Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director Date

City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: August 5, 2026 Agenda Item:

3.D.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Sam Nelson, Public Works Director
Prepared By: Victor So, Senior Civil Engineer
Department: Public Works
SUBJECT:

Acceptance of the River Road & Oldenburg Lane Sewer Lift Station Nos. 10 & 11 Replacement Project as Complete
RECOMMENDATION:

Accept the River Road & Oldenburg Lane Sewer Lift Station Nos. 10 & 11 Replacement Project as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.

SUMMARY:

The River Road & Oldenburg Lane Sewer Lift Station Nos. 10 & 11 Replacement Project is now complete. The project consisted of demolishing the existing facilities and replacing the lift stations with a new duplex submersible lift stations at both locations.

The City Engineer has inspected and approved the work, and staff recommends accepting the project as complete and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County of Riverside.

BACKGROUND:

On October 19, 2022, the City Council awarded a contract to Pacific Hydrotech Corporation in the amount of $3,295,510 and authorized the City Manager to approve contract change orders up to 10% for the River Road & Oldenburg Lane Sewer Lift Station Nos. 10 & 11 Replacement Project. The final contract amount paid to Pacific Hydrotech Corporation was $3,316,675. The increased amount paid to the contractor was primarily due to costs related to additional reinforcement encasement of an existing Reinforced Concrete Pipe (RCP) due to conflicts with the proposed wall footing and the realignment of the force main due unknown underground conditions.

Pacific Hydrotech Corporation has completed all the work required to the satisfaction of the City Engineer and a Notice of Completion has been prepared for recordation.

FISCAL IMPACT:

This agenda item will not result in a fiscal impact.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

This item is consistent with Strategic Direction No. 5, "Infrastructure and Asset Management."
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director Approved by: Lisette Free, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLP, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

Notice of Completion - Pacific Hydrotech

RECORDING REQUESTED BY: THIS DOCUMENT IS FILED AT THE REQUEST

REQUEST CITY OF NORCO OF THE CITY OF NORCO PURSUANT TO
WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO: SECTION 6103 OF THE GOVERNMENT
2870 CLARK AVENUE CODE. NO FEE IS CHARGED THEREFORE.

NORCO, CA 92860
ATTN: CITY CLERK

NOTICE OF COMPLETION

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BY THE CITY OF NORCO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, STATE OF CALIFORNIA THAT THE WORK DESCRIBED AS RIVER RD & OLDENBURG LN SEWER LIFT STATION NOS. 10 & 11 REPLACEMENT PROJECT (PROJECT NOS. 4807.11 & 4811.1) IN THE CITY OF NORCO IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND WRITTEN

CONTRACT DATED BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORCO AND PACIFIC HYDROTECH CORPORATION WAS COMPLETED AND ACCEPTED BY THE CITY OF NORCO ON THE FIFTH DAY OF AUGUST 2026.

THE WORK DONE: CONSISTS OF DEMOLISHING THE EXISTING FACILITY AND REPLACING THE STATIONS WITH A NEW DUPLEX SUBMERSIBLE LIFT STATION AT THE RIVER ROAD AND OLDENBURG LANE LOCATION. (PROJECT NOS. 4807.11 & 4811.1).

THAT THE CITY OF NORCO, A PUBLIC BODY, CORPORATE AND POLITIC, WHOSE ADDRESS IS 2870 CLARK AVENUE, NORCO, CALIFORNIA, 92860 IS THE OWNER OF SAID IMPROVEMENT WORK; AND THAT SAID WORK WAS PERFORMED BEGINNING OCTOBER 19, 2022, IN THE CITY OF NORCO. THE NATURE OF INTEREST IS VENDEE UNDER CONTRACT.

THAT SAID WORK OF IMPROVEMENT WAS SO PERFORMED BY PACIFIC HYDROTECH CORPORATION IN ACCORDANCE WITH SAID WRITTEN AGREEMENT DATED OCTOBER 19, 2022, AND THE DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS WHICH WERE A PART OF SAID CONTRACT.

THIS NOTICE OF COMPLETION IS GIVEN BY THE CITY OF NORCO PURSUANT TO THE APPROPRIATE PROVISIONS OF TITLE XV, PART IV, DIVISION 1 OF THE CIVIL CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AND UPON ORDER OF THE CITY OF NORCO.

AUGUST 05, 2026
DATED:

CITY OF NORCO

A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION
BY: __________________________

CITY CLERK
VERIFICATION FOR NON-INDIVIDUAL OWNER:

I, THE UNDERSIGNED, DECLARE UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA THAT I AM THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF NORCO; THAT I HAVE SIGNED THE SAID NOTICE, THAT I KNOW AND UNDERSTAND THE CONTENTS THEREOF, AND THAT THE FACTS STATED THEREIN ARE TRUE AND CORRECT.

AUGUST 05, 2026
DATE

CITY CLERK

CITY OF NORCO

City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: August 5, 2026 Agenda Item:

3.E.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Colby Cataldi, Community Development Director
Prepared By: Colby Cataldi, Community Development Director Department: Community Development
SUBJECT:

Approval of Funding Appropriation and Professional Services Agreement with Kosmont Realty for Surplus Land Act Pre-Disposition and Solicitation Real Estate Services RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Professional Services Agreement with Kosmont Realty for Surplus Land Act Pre-Disposition and Solicitation Real Estate Services, and Adopt Resolution No. 2026- 69 authorizing an appropriation of $45,000 from the Housing Fund.

SUMMARY:

The City of Norco seeks to engage Kosmont Realty to provide specialized support in advancing two City-owned properties through the Surplus Land Act process for disposition to affordable housing developers. The proposed agreement outlines defined tasks that will assist the City in complying with State requirements, preparing the sites for disposition and solicitation, and moving forward with the goal of creating affordable housing opportunities for seniors and veterans. Because funding for this project is not included in the adopted FY 2026-27 Budget, a budget amendment in the amount of $45,000 is required to increase appropriations in the Housing Fund budget.

BACKGROUND:

The City of Norco is seeking to prepare two City-owned properties for sale:
approximately 7.3 acres near Second Street and River Road, intended for family and senior housing, and approximately 5.0 acres at 4095 and 4061 Sierra Avenue, intended for veterans housing. In order to advance the sale of these sites, the City must comply with the Surplus Land Act, which governs the disposition of public land for housing and other uses.

The City of Norco seeks to engage Kosmont Realty, a licensed California real estate brokerage and advisory firm, to provide specialized support in advancing City-owned properties through the Surplus Land Act and Request for Proposal (RFP) processes for

disposition to affordable housing developers. The Surplus Land Act requires public agencies to follow a defined sequence of due diligence, compliance, noticing, and negotiation steps before surplus public property may be sold. Kosmont Realty would assist with Surplus Land Act compliance, coordination with the California Department of Housing and Community Development, management of the required Notice of Availability process, implementation of the RFP process, evaluation of developer proposals, and negotiation of terms of sale.

Although Kosmont Realty has previously provided services to the City, this Professional Services Agreement (Attachment A) is separate and specific to Surplus Land Act, RFP process, and other pre-disposition services for the two aforementioned City-owned properties. The agreement also allows Kosmont Realty to provide additional real estate and economic development advisory assistance if needed. Should additional City-owned sites require similar evaluation, Kosmont Realty may expand its support upon mutual agreement.

FISCAL IMPACT:

This agenda item authorizes an amount not to exceed $45,000 for Surplus Land Act Pre-Disposition and Solicitation Real Estate Services. Because funding for this project is not included in the adopted FY 2026-27 Budget, a budget amendment is required to increase appropriations in the Housing Fund budget (Account No. 018.5010.34100).

Sufficient Housing Funds are available to support this amendment without impacting existing programs or services.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

This agenda item is consistent with Strategic Plan Direction No. 3, “Economic Development and Financial Stability.”
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director Approved by: Lisette Free, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLP, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution 2026-69
Attachment A - Professional Services Agreement with Kosmont Realty

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-69

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

NORCO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING APPROPRIATION OF

FUNDS FROM THE HOUSING FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF
$45,000 FOR SURPLUS LAND ACT PRE-DISPOSITION AND
SOLICITATION REAL ESTATE SERVICES.

WHEREAS, the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 annual Operating Budget for the City of Norco, California was adopted by the City Council on June 17, 2026; and WHEREAS, sufficient funds are available in the Housing Fund to fund the appropriation; and
WHEREAS, approval of the appropriation of funds in the amount of $45,000 is for Surplus Land Act Pre-Disposition and Solicitation Real Estate Services; and WHEREAS, any unused funds will remain in the Housing Fund Account No. 018.5010.34100.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Norco, California, does hereby RESOLVE to appropriate $45,000 from the Housing Fund for Surplus Land Act PreDisposition and Solicitation Real Estate Services.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting held on August 5, 2026.
___________________________
Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
__________________________
Interim City Clerk
City of Norco, California

Resolution No. 2026-69 – Appropriation of Funds from the Housing Fund in the Amount of $45,000 for Surplus Land Act Pre-Disposition and Solicitation Real Estate Services

August 5, 2026
I, Amanda Hamilton, Interim City Clerk of the City of Norco, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2026, by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, on August 5, 2026. ________________________
Interim City Clerk
City of Norco, California

CITY OF NORCO

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR

SURPLUS LAND ACT PRE-DISPOSITION & SOLICITATION REAL ESTATE SERVICES THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into this 5th day of August, 2026, between the City of Norco, a municipal corporation, of the State of California, (hereinafter the “City”), located at 2870 Clark Avenue, Norco California 92860, and Kosmont Real Estate Services dba Kosmont Realty, an independent contractor, with its principal place of business located at El Segundo, California (hereinafter “Contractor”). City and Contractor are sometimes individually referred to as “Party”, and jointly as “Parties” in this agreement.

ARTICLE 1. TERM OF CONTRACT
Section 1.01. This Agreement will become effective on August 5, 2026, and will continue in effect for a period of one year from the effective date, unless terminated in accordance with the provisions of Article 7 of this Agreement.

ARTICLE 2. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS
Section 2.01. It is the express intention of parties that Contractor is an independent contractor and not an employee, agent, joint-ventures, or partner of City. Nothing in this Agreement shall be interpreted or construed as creating or establishing the relationship of employer and employee between City and Contractor or any employee or agent of Contractor. Both parties acknowledge that Contractor is not an employee for state or federal tax purposes. Contractor shall retain the right to perform services for others during the term of this Agreement.

ARTICLE 3. SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED BY CONTRACTOR
Section 3.01. Contractor shall provide consulting services related to California Surplus Land Act Advisory and optional brokerage services, as more particularly described in Attachment B, attached hereto and made a part hereof as if set forth in full (the “Project”).

ARTICLE 4. COMPENSATION
Section 4.01. In consideration for the services to be performed by Contractor, the City agrees to pay Contractor a fee, not-to-exceed Forty Five Thousand Dollars ($45,000), at the hourly rate schedule set forth in Attachment A, for the performance of all tasks related to the Project, as more specifically described in Attachment B.

Section 4.02. Contractor shall submit monthly itemized statements for payment to the City Manager.

Section 4.03. Contractor shall be responsible for all costs and expenses incident to the performance of services for the City. The City shall be responsible for no expenses incurred by Contractor in performing services for the City, unless otherwise authorized by the City.

ARTICLE 5. OBLIGATIONS OF CONTRACTOR
Section 5.01. Contractor agrees that the City will not provide workers' compensation insurance for Contractor's employees and agents and agrees to hold harmless and indemnify the City for any and all claims arising out of any injury, disability, or death of any of Contractor's employees or agents.

Section 5.02. Contractor agrees to defend, hold harmless and indemnify City, its officers, agents and employees from and against any and all losses, liability or damages including reasonable attorneys' fees arising out of, in consequence of or resulting from the acts and/or omissions of Contractor, its subcontractor, consultants, agents or employees, intentional, negligent or otherwise. Contractor assumes no responsibility to indemnify City for the negligent acts or omissions of City, its officers, agents (excluding consultant) and employees.

Section 5.03. It is agreed upon and understood that the Contractor will maintain a policy of general liability insurance in the minimum amount of one million dollars ($1,000,000) per incident, naming the City as an additional insured to cover any liability imposed or claimed, including, attorney's fees and any legal expenses, for acts or omissions of Contractor or Contractor's agents occurring outside the normal course and scope of performance and function of duties undertaken pursuant to this Agreement.

Section 5.04. Neither this Agreement nor any duties or obligations under this Agreement may be assigned by Contractor without the prior written consent of the City.

Section 5.05. As Contractor is not the City's employee, Contractor is responsible for paying all required state and federal taxes. In particular:
• City will not withhold FICA (Social Security) from Contractor's payments. • City will not make state or federal unemployment insurance contributions on Contractor's behalf.
• City will not withhold state or federal income tax from payment to Contractor. • City will not make disability insurance contributions on behalf of Contractor. • City will not obtain workers' compensation insurance on behalf of Contractor; and • City will not contribute to CalPERS or any alternative pension plan on behalf of Contractor.
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ARTICLE 6. OBLIGATIONS OF THE CITY
Section 6.01. The City agrees to comply with all reasonable requests of Contractor and provide access to all personnel and documents reasonably necessary for the performance of Contractor's duties under this Agreement.

ARTICLE 7. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
Section 7.01. Contractor acknowledges, understands, agrees and warrants that it serves at the pleasure of the City, and has no vested rights whatsoever in continuation of the business relationship with the City, or in compensation which may be provided beyond the stated terms of this Agreement. The City shall have the right to terminate this Agreement without cause at any time. In such event, Contractor shall be entitled to compensation for all reasonable and necessary work performed.

ARTICLE 8. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Section 8.01 Contractor covenants that it presently has no interest and shall not acquire any interest, direct or indirect, which would conflict or appear as a conflict in any manner or degree with the performance of services required to be performed under this Agreement. In the event that an activity of the Contractor may be construed to constitute a conflict of interest with its responsibilities hereunder, Contractor shall obtain permission for such activity from the City before proceeding further with such activity. In the event a conflict of interest is alleged, the City shall finally and conclusively determine if a conflict of interest in fact exists, or can be foreseen. In such cases, where a conflict of interest is deemed to occur or is determined to occur, the City may terminate this Agreement in accordance with Article 7.

ARTICLE 9. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section 9.01. Any notices to be given hereunder by either party to the other may be affected either by personal delivery in writing or by U.S. mail to the following addresses:

AGENCY:

City of Norco
Attn: City Manager 2870 Clark Avenue
Norco, CA 92860
CONTRACTOR:

Kosmont Realty
Attn: Larry J. Kosmont, CRE
1601 N Sepulveda Blvd., #382
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Section 9.02. The formation, construction and performance of this Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California

Section 9.03. This Agreement constitutes the sole and complete Agreement between the parties. This Agreement supersedes any and all written and oral agreements between the parties and any ordinance, rule, regulation, policy, or procedure of the City that is inconsistent with the Agreement. No amendments may be made to this Agreement except in writing and signed by the parties hereto.

Section 9.04. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder shall remain in full force and effect.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement the day and year first written above.

City of Norco Kosmont Real Estate Services
_______________________________
Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
___________________________________
Larry J. Kosmont, CRE
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

HARPER & BURNS, LLP
_____________________________
ATTACHMENTS:

Attachment A: Proposal Kosmont Real Estate Services dated June 22, 2026 Attachment B: Scope of Services

City of Norco
SLA Advisory
June 22, 2026
Kosmont Realty 10 | P a g e
(424) 297-1076
www.kosmontrealty.com

ATTACHMENT A
Kosmont Realty
2026 Public Agency Fee Schedule
Professional Services
Chairman & CEO / President $540.00/hour
Senior Managing Director / Senior Advisor $405.00/hour
Managing Director $350.00/hour
Senior Project Analyst $210.00/hour
Project Analyst $195.00/hour
Administrative Support $ 90.00/hour
Additional Expenses
In addition to professional services (labor) fees:
1) An administrative fee for in-house copy, fax, phone, postage costs, digital/technological support and related administrative expenses will be charged, which will be computed at four percent (4.0 %) of monthly Kosmont Realty’s professional service fees incurred; plus 2) Out-of-pocket expenditures, such as travel and mileage, professional printing, and delivery charges for messenger and overnight packages will be charged at cost. 3) Project/Market data sources for support of evaluation and analysis e.g., ESRI, Placer.ai, CoStar/STR, IMPLAN, ParcelQuest and other based on quoted project cost. 4) For Third Party Vendor(s) retained on behalf of Client (with Client’s advance approval), fees and costs will be billed to Client at 1.1X (times) fees and costs. 5) Except as referenced above, under Section IV. Compensation, Consultant’s attendance or participation at any public meeting, whether such participation is in person, digital, video and/or telephonic (e.g., Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, Public Agency Board, other) requested by Client and are beyond those specifically identified in the Scope of Work will be billed at the professional services (hourly) fees as shown on this Attachment A. • Charges for Court/Deposition/Expert Witness-Related Appearances Court-related (non-preparation) activities, such as court appearances, depositions, mediation, arbitration, dispute resolution and other expert witness activities, will be charged at a court rate of 1.5 times scheduled rates, with a 4-hour minimum.

Rates Effective until December 31, 2026. For and during the term of the subject Agreement, the above referenced rates in each category will be increased, effective January 1, 2027, and annually thereafter, to reflect the adjustment in the CPI (U.S. Dept. of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics) All Cities Average Consumer Price Index for the prior year. As an example, the US City Average Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) for December 2025 was 0.3, representing a change of 2.7 percent over the index of the previous 12 months. (K2.26)

ATTACHMENT B
City of Norco / Kosmont Realty SLA Services

SCOPE OF SERVICES
In particular, City is seeking assistance with the ~7.3 acre City-owned property located near the southeast corner of Second St and River Rd (APNs 119-020-015, -022) and the ~5.0 acre Cityowned property located at 4095 and 4061 Sierra Ave (APN 131-130-025, 131-140-006) (collectively, “Properties”).

Kosmont Realty (KR) will assist the City of Norco with Surplus Land Act compliance, coordination with the California Department of Housing and Community Development, management of the required Notice of Availability process, implementation of the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, evaluation of developer proposals, and negotiation of terms of sale.

The major tasks to be performed by KR that will comprise this assignment are described as follows:

Task 1: Project Kick Off
To initiate the assignment, KR will meet with the Client to discuss planned future uses and/or development / disposition priorities for the Properties, additional sites to be considered for development/disposition (as mutually agreed upon between KR and Client), available market/property specific information (e.g., appraisals, market studies, zoning information) and status of activities to date and anticipated timing.

Task 2: Initial Surplus Land Act Pre-Sale/Disposition Property Due Diligence and Regulatory Compliance Activities
KR will conduct initial pre-sale/disposition property due diligence to identify existing market conditions and constraints affecting the potential marketability, sale, and development (e.g., zoning, adjacent uses, site configuration, environmental condition, utilities, access, consideration of adjacent properties) of the Properties as well as evaluate market value/pricing ranges (and assist City in coordination of updated appraisal of Properties), and potential options/approaches to productively advance the future sale and disposition and/or development of the Properties.

KR will also provide an initial overview of potential public / private partnership structures and key components / considerations of a partnership and the negotiation process.

Kosmont will evaluate SLA exemptions that may apply to the Properties, providing potential opportunities for a streamlined SLA process, as well as SLA sequencing considerations.

KR will also consider potential regulatory requirements in conjunction with the Client’s legal counsel in connection with the sale and disposition of the Properties to satisfy compliance with the Surplus Land Act (including engagement with HCD) and/or other legislative requirements as may be appropriate/required.

Task 3: Surplus Land Act Process – Declaration & NOA
KR will assist with preparation of the Surplus Land declaration and/or exemption declaration. If the Properties are declared “surplus” by the City Council, KR will prepare the Notice of Availability (“NOA”) as well as coordinate and manage the RFP/solicitation process required by the SLA for the Properties in list identified herein (as may be appropriate), which will require a 60-day noticing period for respondents.

ATTACHMENT B
City of Norco / Kosmont Realty SLA Services
Task 4: Respondent Due Diligence / Public-Private Negotiations The SLA requires that the Client negotiate in good faith with respondents that submitted a notice of interest for a period of 90 days. KR will assist with reviewing notices of interest, evaluating proposals / offers submitted, and/or public-private transaction structuring / negotiations as may be required with the respondents for the sale / disposition of the Properties.

KR will also assist the Client with a presentation to the City Council that will seek authorization to proceed with any prospective transactions (as mutually agreed upon between Client and KR). Budget permitting, and as mutually agreed by Client and Consultant, KR may be able to provide initial SLA advisory services for additional properties.

City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: August 5, 2026 Agenda Item:

3.F.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Sam Nelson, Public Works Director
Prepared By: Sam Nelson, Public Works Director
Department: Public Works
SUBJECT:

Change Order Request for the Corydon Waterline Improvement Project (Design) RECOMMENDATION:

Review and approve the Change Order Request in the amount of $14,500 for the Corydon Waterline Improvement Project (Project No. 4706.32) and increase the design contract amount for Rick Engineering to $119,335. Additionally, authorize Public Works Director, Sam Nelson, to serve as an authorized signer for the Change Order.

SUMMARY:

A change order is being requested in the amount of $14,500 for Rick Engineering for additional design efforts and modifications related to the Corydon Avenue Waterline Improvement Project. The change order also includes costs for the preparation of a Biological Assessment Report required as part of the State Revolving Fund (SRF) funding submittal.

BACKGROUND:

On September 21, 2022, the City Council awarded a design contract to Rick Engineering (formerly Armstrong & Brooks Consulting Engineers) in the amount of $104,835 to design the Corydon Waterline Improvement Project. The proposed design entailed the replacement of the existing 10" waterline with a new 12" waterline on Corydon Avenue between Fifth Street and River Road.

During the project design phase, the engineer identified significant underground conflicts with existing infrastructure requiring several design iterations and modifications that exceeded the original scope of the project. Additional design services will also be required to prepare a Biological Assessment Report required as part of the State Revolving Fund (SRF) application. The additional change order amount of $14,500 will result in an overall design cost total of $119,335.

Based on the additional scope required, Rick Engineering has provided staff with the change order request in the amount of $14,500 (see Design Change Order). Staff has reviewed the change order and has determined the proposed cost to be reasonable.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The Corydon Waterline Improvement Project (Project No. 4706.32) was approved as a Capital Improvement Project in the Water Fund for Fiscal Year 2026-27. Funds in the amount of $1,225,000 ($1,125,000 for construction and $100,000 for design; Account No's. 144.950.43210 & 144.950.43210.30, respectively). The project has sufficient funds in the construction budget to transfer to design budget to cover the additional costs for the change order request for total amount of $14,500.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

This item is consistent with Strategic Direction No. 5, "Infrastructure and Asset Management."
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director Approved by: Lisette Free, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLP, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

Corydon Waterline Project Design Change Order

Contract Addendum
Addendum No. 1
Job No. AB2121-2
July 2, 2026
Sam Nelson, P.E.

City of Norco
Public Works Department
2870 Clark Ave.

Norco, CA 92860
Job Description: CORYDON AVENUE WATERLINE REPLACEMENT PROJECT The following additionalscope of work is due to the need for environmental consulting services and additional design fee due to additional efforts withing the street intersections as well as the need to include the requested environmental supporting studies.

By signing below as indicated, Rick Engineering Company (“Consultant”) is authorized to spend an additional $14,500, to perform work in conjunction with our current contract.

Additional Scope of Work:

1. 1a. Environmental Site Reconnaissance
Under this task, Alden will conduct a review of available biological database information including the California Natural Diversity Database (CNDDB), California Native Plant Society Inventory (CNPS), California Biodiversity Information and Observation System (BIOS), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Information for Planning and Consultation (IPaC), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Wetlands Inventory (NWI), National Hydrography Dataset (NHD), and other readily available biological information sources, as appropriate. Alden will then conduct a site visit to map vegetation and biological resources present. During the field visit, the site will be evaluated for the potential to support jurisdictional aquatic resources, sensitive plant and animal species, federally listed species, and designated critical habitat, where applicable. Additional surveys may be recommended if there is habitat for other species with the potential to occur.
$8,000

Sam Nelson, P.E.

Corydon Avenue Waterline Replacement Project Addendum #1 July 2,2026

1b. Biological Assessment Letter
Upon completion of the fieldwork (Task 1a) Alden will prepare a project-level Biological Assessment suitable for inclusion in the State Water Resources Control Board DWSRF Environmental Package for compliance with the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA). The Biological Assessment will present the results of the database queries and fieldwork and describe the proposed project activities. An evaluation of federally listed threatened and endangered species and designated critical habitat with potential to occur within or adjacent to the project area will be provided, including a species assessment table summarizing all federally protected species identified through the database searches and habitat evaluations. Finally, the assessment will evaluate potential direct, indirect, and cumulative project impacts to federally listed species and their habitats, identify avoidance and minimization measures, where appropriate, and discuss whether additional focused surveys, agency consultation, or permitting may be warranted.

2. ASSUMPTIONS
This scope of services is based on the following assumptions:

Client will provide access to the site, electronic base map files (CAD, GIS, etc.), and all applicable reports and maps (in an editable electronic format) prepared previously.

Based on the preliminary project plans provided, which indicate that all work will occur within an existing developed roadway, a formal jurisdictional wetland delineation is not included in this scope of services.

Should potential jurisdictional waters or wetlands be identified during the site reconnaissance and a formal jurisdictional delineation be required, preparation of the delineation report would constitute additional services and require a contract amendment.

Should suitable habitat for federally listed species be identified during the site reconnaissance that would necessitate protocol level focused surveys or agency consultation, those services are not included in this scope of work and would require a contract amendment.

Searches for and evaluation of potential mitigation sites are not included.

CEQA document preparation and support are not included.

Additional Laterals and Crossings Design
Due to project challenges, additional design fee to complete design of connections and alignments in the intersections. This effort resulted in additional details for the waterline replacement limits. $6,500

Project changes or requirements resulting in additional work not included above would require a contract amendment.

Protocol-level or focused surveys for federally listed or other special-status species are not included in this scope of services.

Meeting attendance is not included.

All other provisions of the original contract are to remain unchanged.

Authorized by:

RICK ENGINEERING COMPANY Date: July 13, 2026
Signature: Title: Associate Principal
Bill Brooks, R.C.E.

Authorized by:

City of Norco
Signature: Date:

Print Name: Title:

Please return a signed copy to RICK ENGINEERING COMPANY.

Or please provide the appropriate City of Norco contract change order.

City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: August 5, 2026 Agenda Item:

3.G.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Amanda Hamilton, Deputy City Manager /
Community Operations Director
Prepared By: Amanda Hamilton, Deputy City Manager /
Community Operations Director
Department: Community Operations
SUBJECT:

Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-71 Authorizing the City Manager to Implement the 2026 Clear the Shelters Campaign at the Norco Animal Shelter and Temporarily Suspend Animal Adoption Fees
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-71, authorizing the City Manager to implement the 2026 Clear the Shelters Campaign at the Norco Animal Shelter and temporarily suspend animal adoption fees for qualifying adoptions during the campaign period of August 24, 2026, through August 31, 2026.

SUMMARY:

Resolution No. 2026-71 for City Council consideration, authorizes the City Manager to implement the 2026 Clear the Shelters Campaign at the Norco Animal Shelter and temporarily suspend animal adoption fees during the campaign period of August 24, 2026, through August 31, 2026. If approved, the Norco Animal Shelter will offer free adoptions for available animals during the campaign period to encourage adoptions, increase placement opportunities, and support the City’s continued animal welfare efforts.

BACKGROUND:

NBCUniversal Local, in partnership with hundreds of shelters and rescue organizations throughout the United States, coordinates the annual Clear the Shelters Campaign, a nationwide pet adoption and donation initiative designed to increase awareness of shelter animals and encourage the adoption of animals in need. Since the campaign’s inception in 2015, more than one million pets have been placed into loving and permanent homes through participating shelters and rescue organizations.

Participation in the Clear the Shelters Campaign does not require participating shelters or rescue organizations to waive adoption fees for the entire month of August. Adoption fees, discounts, and promotional offerings are established independently by each participating organization. While some participating shelters may elect to offer reduced or waived adoption fees during the campaign period, each local agency determines its own adoption promotion and fee structure.

On April 15, 2026, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-21, approving amendments to the City’s General Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2026-27, including animal adoption fees. Pursuant to the adopted General Fee Schedule, the current animal adoption fees are $67.00 for feline adoptions and $100.00 for canine adoptions.

The City’s established animal adoption fees represent the costs associated with services provided as part of the adoption process, including applicable maintenance fees, microchipping, and required vaccinations.

If approved, the City of Norco will participate in the 2026 Clear the Shelters Campaign from August 24, 2026, through August 31, 2026, by temporarily suspending adoption fees for qualifying adoptions of available animals at the Norco Animal Shelter. The temporary suspension of adoption fees is intended to encourage responsible adoptions, increase community awareness of available animals, and provide additional opportunities for animals to be placed into permanent homes.

The City currently administers a Capacity Discount Program for Animal Adoptions, which provides reduced adoption fees when the Norco Animal Shelter reaches designated capacity thresholds. The Clear the Shelters Campaign is a separate, limitedduration adoption initiative and does not replace or modify the existing Capacity Discount Program.

The current population levels at the Norco Animal Shelter are as follows:
 Felines: 45 (81% capacity)
 Canines: 38 (90% capacity)
Participation in the Clear the Shelters Campaign provides an opportunity to increase adoption awareness and facilitate the placement of available animals into permanent homes. The temporary suspension of adoption fees authorized by Resolution No. 2026- 71 shall apply solely during the designated campaign period and shall not be construed as an amendment, revision, or permanent modification to the City’s adopted General Fee Schedule. Upon conclusion of the campaign period, the City’s established animal adoption fees shall be reinstated.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The temporary suspension of animal adoption fees during the 2026 Clear the Shelters Campaign may result in a minor reduction in adoption fee revenue based on the number of qualifying adoptions completed during the campaign period.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

This item is consistent with Strategic Direction No. 1, "Public Health, Safety and Wellness."
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director Approved by: Lisette Free, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLP, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution No. 2026-71_Clear the Shelters

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-71

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF NORCO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO IMPLEMENT THE 2026 CLEAR THE

SHELTERS CAMPAIGN AT THE NORCO ANIMAL

SHELTER AND TEMPORARILY SUSPEND ANIMAL

ADOPTION FEES
WHEREAS, the City of Norco, California (“City”), operates the Norco Animal Shelter (“Animal Shelter”) to provide humane care, shelter, and adoption services for animals in need; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes the importance of promoting responsible pet ownership and supporting programs that increase adoption opportunities and assist in placing shelter animals into safe and permanent homes; and WHEREAS, NBCUniversal Local, in partnership with animal shelters and rescue organizations throughout the United States, coordinates the annual Clear the Shelters campaign to promote pet adoption and increase awareness of animals in need of homes; and
WHEREAS, since its inception in 2015, the Clear the Shelters campaign has assisted in placing more than one million pets into loving homes; and WHEREAS, on April 15, 2026, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2026-21, approving amendments to the City’s General Fee Schedule, including animal adoption fees, for Fiscal Year 2026-27; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the adopted General Fee Schedule, the current animal adoption fees are $67.00 for feline adoptions and $100.00 for canine adoptions; and WHEREAS, the City desires to participate in the 2026 Clear The Shelters campaign from August 24, 2026, through August 31, 2026, and temporarily suspend animal adoption fees during the campaign period to encourage adoptions and increase placement opportunities for available animals; and WHEREAS, the temporary suspension of adoption fees shall not constitute a permanent amendment to the City’s General Fee Schedule and shall only apply during the authorized campaign period.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, as follows:

1. The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference.

Resolution No. 2026-71, 2026 Clear the Shelters Campaign

August 5, 2026

2. The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager, or their designee, to implement the 2026 Clear the Shelters campaign at the Norco Animal Shelter from August 24, 2026, through August 31, 2026.

3. The City Council hereby approves the temporary suspension of animal adoption fees for qualifying adoptions completed at the Norco Animal Shelter during the campaign period. All adoptions shall remain subject to applicable City policies, procedures, and adoption requirements.

4. The City Manager, or their designee, is authorized to take all necessary administrative actions to implement the 2026 Clear the Shelters campaign and the temporary suspension of adoption fees consistent with this Resolution.

5. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco at a regular meeting held on August 5, 2026.
__________________________
Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
_________________________
Interim City Clerk
City of Norco, California

Resolution No. 2026-71, 2026 Clear the Shelters Campaign

August 5, 2026
I, AMANDA HAMILTON, Interim City Clerk of the City of Norco, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2026, by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, held on August 5, 2026.
_________________________
Interim City Clerk
City of Norco, California

City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: August 5, 2026 Agenda Item:

3.H.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Amanda Hamilton, Deputy City Manager /
Community Operations Director
Prepared By: Amanda Hamilton, Deputy City Manager /
Community Operations Director
Department: Community Operations
SUBJECT:

Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-72 accepting a $40,000 donation from the Norco Horseweek Committee
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-72 accepting a $40,000 donation from the Norco Horseweek Committee, with $20,000 designated for the Rose M. Eldridge Senior Center and $20,000 designated for the Norco Animal Shelter.

SUMMARY:

On July 15, 2026, during the regularly scheduled City Council Meeting, representatives from the Norco Horseweek Committee presented two separate donation checks to the Norco City Council in support of the Rose M. Eldridge Senior Center and the Norco Animal Shelter. Pursuant to the City’s Policies and Procedures for Accepting Donations on Behalf of the City, acceptance of designated donations requires approval by the City Council.

BACKGROUND:

The City of Norco regularly receives donations from individuals, community organizations, businesses, and other entities for the purpose of supporting City programs, services, facilities, and community initiatives. Donations may be accepted in the form of cash, real property, or personal property and may be designated by the donor for a specific department, facility, location, program, or purpose.

On December 6, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-72 establishing the City’s Policies and Procedures for Accepting Donations on Behalf of the City. The policy establishes a process for reviewing and accepting donations while ensuring that

all donations are consistent with applicable laws, City operations, and the expressed intent of the donor.

The Norco Horseweek Committee has a long-standing history of supporting the City of Norco and its community programs through charitable contributions and volunteer efforts. On July 15, 2026, the Norco Horseweek Committee presented the City Council with two designated donation checks totaling Forty Thousand Dollars ($40,000), as follows:
 Rose M. Eldridge Senior Center: Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000) to support senior programs, activities, services, and community initiatives.  Norco Animal Shelter: Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000) to support animal care services, shelter programs, and operational needs.

The acceptance of this donation is consistent with the City’s adopted Policies and Procedures for Accepting Donations and supports the continued delivery of programs and services benefiting the Norco community. Acceptance of this donation will strengthen the City’s ability to provide programs and services consistent with the City Council’s goals and priorities.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Donated cash in the amount of Forty Thousand Dollars ($40,000) is recorded at its full cash value. The donation proceeds will be allocated as follows:
 Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000) to the Rose M. Eldridge Senior Center (Account No. 121.000.56810 - Project Code 500.064); and  Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000) to the Norco Animal Shelter (Account No. 121.000.57320 - Project Code 500.057).

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

This item is consistent with Strategic Direction 3 "Economic Development and Financial Stability."
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director Approved by: Lisette Free, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLP, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution 2026-27 Horseweek Donation

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-72

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORCO,
CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING A TOTAL DONATION OF $40,000 FROM
THE NORCO HORSEWEEK COMMITTEE, WITH $20,000 DESIGNATED
FOR THE ROSE M. ELDRIDGE SENIOR CENTER AND $20,000

DESIGNATED FOR THE NORCO ANIMAL SHELTER
WHEREAS, on December 6, 2023, by Resolution No. 2023-72, the City Council of the City of Norco (“City”), State of California, adopted the Policies and Procedures for Accepting Donations on Behalf of the City; and
WHEREAS, the City of Norco regularly receives donations for general and specific purposes that support City programs, services, facilities, and community initiatives; and WHEREAS, donations may be offered in the form of cash, real property, or personal property. Designated donations are those donations in which the donor specifies a particular City department, facility, location, or purpose. Undesignated donations are those donations provided to the City for an unspecified use; and WHEREAS, a donation is considered any item of value accepted by the City for which the donor has not received, and does not expect to receive, any goods or services in return, other than possible recognition and the disposition of the donation consistent with the donor’s intent; and
WHEREAS, the Norco Horseweek Committee has generously offered to donate a total of Forty Thousand Dollars ($40,000) to the City of Norco, with Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000) designated for the Rose M. Eldridge Senior Center and Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000) designated for the Norco Animal Shelter; and WHEREAS, the generous donation from the Norco Horseweek Committee will support programs, services, and operations at the Rose M. Eldridge Senior Center and the Norco Animal Shelter, enhancing the City’s ability to provide valuable services to the community; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Norco recognizes and appreciates the continued generosity and partnership of the Norco Horseweek Committee and its ongoing commitment to supporting the residents, programs, and services of the City of Norco.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Norco, California, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE as follows:

1. The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference as though fully set forth.

Resolution No. 2026-72, Norco Horseweek Committee Donation

August 5, 2026

2. The City Council of the City of Norco hereby accepts the generous donation from the Norco Horseweek Committee in the total amount of Forty Thousand Dollars ($40,000), with Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000) designated for the Rose M. Eldridge Senior Center and Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000) designated for the Norco Animal Shelter.

3. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco at an adjourned regular meeting held on August 5, 2026.
_____________________________
Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
________________________________
Interim City Clerk
City of Norco, California

Resolution No. 2026-72, Norco Horseweek Committee Donation

August 5, 2026
I, AMANDA HAMILTON, Interim City Clerk of the City of Norco, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2026, by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, held on August 5, 2026.
________________________________
Interim City Clerk
City of Norco, California

City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: August 5, 2026 Agenda Item:

3.I.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: William Otterman, Fire Chief
Prepared By: Sarah Muro, Emergency Services Assistant
Department: Fire
SUBJECT:

FY 2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG)
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-68, accepting Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) funds in the amount of $2,513 and approving a matching City contribution of $2,513 toward the Emergency Management Services contract cost. Additionally, designate the Fire Chief, or his designee, as the Authorized Agent to act on behalf of the City of Norco in all actions necessary to obtain Federal financial assistance provided by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security through the Federal Emergency Management Agency and sub-granted by the California Office of Emergency Services.

SUMMARY:

The major focus of the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Program is to improve and enhance the ability of local cities and governing bodies to respond to disasters. The City of Norco contracts with Riverside County to provide emergency management services. These services support all phases of emergency management, including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. In addition, they also facilitate emergency response training by providing a variety of courses that enhance the City's preparedness and operational capabilities. A requirement of the Emergency Management Performance Grant Program is the identification of the Fire Chief or his designee by City Council as the Authorized Agent to act on behalf of the City pertaining to any actions necessary for the purpose of obtaining Federal Emergency Management Agency Funds.

BACKGROUND:

The purpose of the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Program is to provide federal funds to States to assist State, local, and tribal governments in preparing for all hazards. Funds provided under the EMPG must be used to support activities that contribute to the Operational Area’s capability to prevent, prepare for,

mitigate against, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters, whether natural or man-made.

Previous grant awards have enabled the City of Norco to update and maintain its Emergency Operations Center (EOC), enhancing the City's emergency preparedness and response capabilities.

The current grant award will be used to offset a portion of the cost of the City's contract with the County of Riverside for emergency management services. These services provide dedicated emergency management personnel who support the City's mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. The contract also includes the coordination and facilitation of emergency management and emergency response training, as well as assistance with maintaining and updating the City's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) and Emergency Operations Plan (EOP). Collectively, these services enhance the City's preparedness, strengthen operational capabilities, and help ensure the City has the resources necessary to effectively coordinate and manage emergency operations.

As a condition of eligibility for both the Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) and the Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Program, applicants are required to adopt a resolution designating an Authorized Agent to execute all grantrelated documents and perform all actions necessary to obtain and administer grant funding on behalf of the City.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Acceptance of the grant requires a dollar-for-dollar matching fund requirement. The total amount granted to the City was $2,513. The matching amount will be funded from the City’s General Fund Fire Division under general ledger account number:
121.761A.34100 - Contractual Services. The grant and match funding has been appropriated in the FY 2026-27 Operating Budget.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

This item is consistent with Strategic Direction No. 1 - “Public Health, Safety and Wellness" and Action Plan No. 5 “Complete all actions necessary to update City Emergency Operations Plan including training, development of checklist, communication protocols with residents and staff.”
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director Approved by: Lisette Free, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLP, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

Norco FY25 EMPG Award Letter
Norco FY25 EMPG Standard Assurances
Resolution 2026-68 FY 2025 EMPG

Dan Bates
Director
450 EAST ALESSANDRO
RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA 92508
T: 951.358.7100 ♦ TDD: 711
WWW.RIVCOEMD.ORG
June 24, 2026
City of Norco
Tim Anderson, Battalion Chief
SUBJECT: FY 2025 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) Award Notice Period of Performance:

Personnel: 7/1/2025 – 1/31/2027
Other: 6/24/2026 – 1/31/2027
Grant #: 2025-5008 CFDA #: 97.042
This letter is being provided to notify you that your FY 2025 EMPG subaward has been approved in the amount of $2,513.

This subaward is subject to requirements in 2 CFR, Part 200, including the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), Preparedness Grants Manual, California Supplement to the NOFO, Riverside County Supplement to the NOFO, Grant Assurances, and all applicable federal, state, and local requirements. All activities funded with this subaward must be completed within the period of performance.

The Riverside County Operational Area (OA) may suspend or terminate grant funding, in whole or in part, or other measures may be imposed for any of the following reasons:
• Failure to submit required performance reports.
• Failure to expend a minimum of 90% of awarded funding. • Failure to expend funds in a timely manner consistent with the grant milestones, guidance, and assurances.
• Failure to comply with the requirements or statutory progress toward the goals or objectives of federal or state law.
• Failure to make satisfactory progress toward the goals or objectives set forth in the Subrecipient application.
• Failure to follow Grant Subaward requirements or special conditions. • Proposing or implementing substantial plan changes to the extent that, if originally submitted, the application would not have been selected for funding. • False certification in the application or document.
• Failure to adequately manage, monitor, or direct the grant funding activities of the organization.

Subrecipients must obtain additional written approval prior to incurring costs for activities such as aviation, watercraft, noncompetitive procurement, and projects requiring Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) review. Any changes to the Financial Management Forms Workbook (FMFW) requires approval from the OA prior to conducting activities and incurring costs.

Dan Bates
Director
450 EAST ALESSANDRO
RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA 92508
T: 951.358.7100 ♦ TDD: 711
WWW.RIVCOEMD.ORG
The following documents must be submitted with signatures to finalize the acceptance of this subaward. The documents should be submitted in a single PDF to [email protected] by August 24, 2026:
• Financial Management Forms Workbook
o Grant Subaward Face Sheet
o Authorized Agent and Contact Tab
o Project Ledger Tab
o Planning Tab
o Organization Tab
o Equipment Tab
o Training Tab
o Exercise Tab
o Consultant-Contractor Tab
o Personnel Tab
o Match Tab
o Authorized Agent Sheet
• Governing Body Resolution
• Standard Assurances
• EHP Screening Form
Reimbursement requests will not be processed without the acceptance documents on file.

This subaward is subject to all provisions of 2 CFR Part 200, Subpart F – Audit Requirements. Any funds received in excess of current needs, approved amounts, or those found owed as a result of a final review or audit, must be refunded to the OA within 30 days upon receipt of an invoice from the County of Riverside Emergency Management Department.

For further assistance, please contact [email protected]. We look forward to working with you and appreciate your cooperation and support.

Sincerely,
EMD OA Grants

FY 2025 Standard Assurances
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As the duly authorized representative of the Applicant/Subrecipient, I hereby certify that:
• The Applicant/Subrecipient has the legal authority to apply for federal assistance and the institutional, managerial, and financial capability (including funds sufficient to pay any non-federal share of project cost) to ensure proper planning, management, and completion of the project described in this application, within prescribed timelines.
• The Applicant/Subrecipient, and any of its second-tier subrecipients or representatives, will comply with all applicable local, state, and federal statutes, including but not limited to the following state and federal statutes prohibiting hate-based conduct:
(a) California Penal Code section 422.6(a);
(b) California Penal Code section 404.6;
(c) California Penal Code section 422(a);
(d) California Civil Code section 52.1;
(e) 18 U.S.C. § 249;
(f) 42 U.S.C. § 3631;
(g) 18 U.S.C. § 247; and
(h) 18 U.S.C. § 241, 245.
• Additionally, Applicant/Subrecipient will not engage, and certifies that it will take steps to ensure that its second-tier subrecipients and representatives do not engage, in conduct contrary to the purposes of the grant program and/or that threatens the safety and security of Californians, including, but not limited to, acts of violence or unlawful intimidation on the basis of race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or other protected classifications. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to, violation of the federal and state laws identified herein.

The requirements outlined in these assurances apply to Applicant/Subrecipient and any of its subrecipients.

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I further acknowledge that the Applicant/Subrecipient is responsible for reviewing and adhering to all requirements within the:
(a) Applicable Federal Regulations (see below);
(b) Federal Program Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO); (c) Federal Preparedness Grants Manual;
(d) California Supplement to the NOFO;
(e) Federal and State Grant Program Guidelines; and
(f) Riverside County Supplement to the NOFO.

All the instructions, guidance, limitations, scope of work, and other conditions set forth in the NOFO are incorporated by reference in the federal award. All applicants/subrecipients must comply with any such requirements set forth in the NOFO. If a condition of the NOFO is inconsistent with the grant terms and conditions and any such terms of the federal award, the condition in the NOFO shall be invalid to the extent of the inconsistency. The remainder
of that condition and all other conditions set forth in the NOFO shall remain in effect.

Applicants/Subrecipients are encouraged to consult with their counsel prior to signing and submitting these standard assurances when accepting their subaward(s).

Federal Regulations
Government cost principles, uniform administrative requirements, and audit requirements for federal grant programs are set forth in Title 2, Part 200 of the Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.). Updates are issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and can be found at http://www.whitehouse.gov/omb/.

In the event that changes are necessary to the subaward after a subaward has been made, including changes to the period of performance or terms and conditions, Applicant/Subrecipients will be notified of the changes in writing. Once notification has been made, any subsequent request for funds will indicate Applicant/Subrecipient acceptance of the changes to the subaward.

Significant state and federal grant award requirements (some of which appear in the documents listed above) are set forth below. The Applicant/Subrecipient hereby agrees to comply with the following:

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1. Proof of Authority
The Applicant/Subrecipient will obtain written authorization from the city council, governing board, or authorized body in support of this subaward. This written authorization must specify that the Applicant/Subrecipient and the city council, governing board, or authorized body agree:
(a) To provide all matching funds required for the grant project and that any cash match will be appropriated as required;
(b) Any liability arising out of the performance of this agreement shall be the responsibility of the Applicant/Subrecipient and the city council, governing board, or authorized body;
(c) Grant funds shall not be used to supplant expenditures controlled by the city council, governing board, or authorized body; and
(d) The Applicant/Subrecipient is authorized by the city council, governing board, or authorized body to apply for federal assistance, and the institutional, managerial, and financial capability (including funds sufficient to pay the non-federal share of project cost, if any) to ensure proper planning, management and completion of the project described in this application; and
(e) The official executing this agreement is authorized by the Applicant/Subrecipient.

This Proof of Authority must be maintained on file and readily available upon request

2. Period of Performance
The Applicant/Subrecipient will initiate work after approval of the award and complete all work within the period of performance specified in the grant.

3. Lobbying and Political Activities
As required by Section 1352, Title 31 of the United States Code (U.S.C.), for persons entering into a contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement from an agency or requests or receives from an agency a commitment providing for the United States to insure or guarantee a loan, the Applicant/Subrecipient certifies that:

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(a) No federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any federal grant, the making of any federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
(b) If any funds other than federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, “Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying”, in accordance with its instructions.
(c) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.

The Applicant/Subrecipient will also comply with provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. §§ 1501- 1508 and §§ 7324-7328) which limit the political activities of employees whose principal employment activities are funded in whole or in part with federal funds.

Finally, the Applicant/Subrecipient agrees that federal funds will not be used, directly or indirectly, to support the enactment, repeal, modification or adoption of any law, regulation or policy without the express written approval from the awarding agency.

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4. Debarment and Suspension
As required by Executive Orders 12549 and 12689, and 2 C.F.R. § 200.213 and codified in 2 C.F.R. Part 180, Debarment and Suspension, the Applicant/Subrecipient will provide protection against waste, fraud, and abuse by debarring or suspending those persons deemed irresponsible in their dealings with the federal government. The Applicant/Subrecipient certifies that it and its principals, recipients, or subrecipients:
(a) Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from covered transactions by any federal department oragency;
(b) Have not within a three-year period preceding this application been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public (federal, state, or local) transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of federal or state antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property;
(c) Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity (federal, state, or local) with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in paragraph (2)(b) of this certification; and (d) Have not within a three-year period preceding this application had one or more public transaction (federal, state, or local) terminated for cause or default.

Where the Applicant/Subrecipient is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, he or she shall attach an explanation to this application.

5. Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunity
The Applicant/Subrecipient will comply with all federal statutes relating to nondiscrimination. These include, but are not limited to, the following:

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(a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Public Law (P.L.) 88-352 and 42 U.S.C. § 2000d et. seq.) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin and requires that recipients of federal financial assistance take reasonable steps to provide meaningful access to persons with limited English proficiency (LEP) to their programs and services;
(b) Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681-1683, and 1685-1686), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded educational program oractivity, as well as the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) implementing regulations at 44 C.F.R. Part 19 for awards issued by FEMA;
(c) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. § 794), which prohibits discrimination against those with disabilities or access and functional needs in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance; (d) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 (42 U.S.C. § 12101et seq.), which prohibits discriminationon the basis of disability and requires buildings and structures be accessible to those with disabilities and access and functional needs;
(e) Age Discrimination Act of 1975, (42 U.S.C. §§ 6101-6107), which prohibits discrimination on the basis ofage in any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance;
(f) Public Health Service Act of 1912 (42 U.S.C. §§ 290 dd—2), relating to confidentiality of patient records regarding substance abuse treatment; (g) Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. § 3601 et seq.), relating to nondiscrimination in the sale, rental or financing of housing as implemented by the Department of Housing and Urban Development at 24 C.F.R. Part 100. The prohibition on disability discrimination includes the requirement that new multifamily housing with four or more dwelling units—i.e., the public and common use areas and individual apartment units (all units in buildings with elevators and ground-floor units in buildings without elevators)— be designed and constructed with certain accessible features (See 24 C.F.R. § 100.201); (h) California Public Contract Code § 10295.3, which prohibits discrimination based on domestic partnerships and those in same sex marriage

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(i) Department of Homeland Security (DHS) policy to ensure the equal treatment of faith-based organizations, under which all Applicant/Subrecipients and recipients must comply with equal treatment policies and requirements contained in 6 C.F.R. Part 19;
(j) The Applicant/Subrecipient will comply with California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) (California Government Code §§12940-12957), as applicable.

FEHA prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment because of ancestry, familial status, race, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, mental and physical disability, genetic information, medical condition, age, pregnancy, denial of medical and family care leave, or pregnancy disability leave, military and veteran status, and/or retaliation for protesting illegal discrimination related to one of these categories, or for reporting patient abuse in tax supported institutions;
(k) Any other nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statute(s) under which application for federal assistance is being made;and
(l) The requirements of any other nondiscrimination statute(s) which may apply to the application.

Civil Rights Policies for Program Beneficiaries and Subrecipients of DHS funding, pertaining to the following are available on the Cal OES website:
• Non-discrimination in Programs & Services
• Reasonable Accommodation for Program Beneficiaries
• Language Access Policy

6. Anti-Discrimination
DHS included the following provisions for FY 2025 grant awards:

Subrecipients must comply with all applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws material to the government’s payment decisions for purposes of 31 U.S.C. § 372(b)(4).

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(1) Definitions. As used in this clause –
(a) DEI means “diversity, equity, and inclusion.”
(b) DEIA means “diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.” (c) Discriminatory equity ideology has the meaning set forth in Section 2(b) of Executive Order 14190 of January 29, 2025.
(d) Federal anti-discrimination laws mean Federal civil rights law that protect individual Americans from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, and national origin.
(e) Illegal immigrant means any alien, as defined in 8 U.S.C. § 1101(a)(3), who has no awful immigration status in the United States.
(2) Grant award certification
By accepting the grant award, subrecipients are certifying that:
(i) They do not, and will not during the term of this financial assistance award, operate any programs that advance or promote DEI, DEIA, or discriminatory equity ideology in violation of Federal anti-discrimination laws; and
(ii) They do not engage in and will not during the term of this award engage in, a discriminatory prohibited boycott.

7. Drug-Free Workplace
As required by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 U.S.C. § 701 et seq.), the Applicant/Subrecipient certifies that it will maintain a drug-free workplace and a drug-free awareness program as outlined in the Act.

8. Environmental Standards
The Applicant/Subrecipient will comply with state and federal environmental standards, including:
(a) California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000- 21177), to include coordination with the city or county planning agency;
(b) CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, §§ 15000- 15387);
(c) Federal Clean Water Act (CWA) (33 U.S.C. § 1251 et seq.), which establishes the basic structure for regulating discharges of pollutants into the waters of the United States and regulating quality standards for surfacewaters;

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(d) Federal Clean Air Act of 1955 (42 U.S.C. § 7401) which regulates air emissions from stationary and mobile sources;
(e) Institution of environmental quality control measures under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) of 1969 (P.L. 91-190); the Council on Environmental Quality Regulations for Implementing the Procedural Provisions of NEPA; and Executive Order 12898 which focuses on the environmentaland human health effects of federal actions on minority and low-income populations with the goal of achieving environmental protection for all communities;
(f) Evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains in accordance with Executive Order 11988;
(g) Executive Order 11738 instituted to assure that each federal agency empowered to enter into contracts for the procurement of goods, materials, or services and each federal agency empowered to extend federal assistance by way of grant, loan, or contract shall undertake such procurement and assistance activities in a manner that will result in effective enforcement of the Clean Air Act and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Executive Order 11990 which requires preservation of wetlands; (h) The Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, (P.L. 93-523); (i) The Endangered Species Act of 1973, (P.L. 93-205);
(j) Assurance of project consistency with the approved state management program developed under the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. §§1451 et seq.);
(k) Conformity of Federal Actions to State (Clear Air) Implementation Plans under Section 176(c) of the Clean Air Act of 1955, as amended (42 U.S.C. §§7401 et seq.);
(l) Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968 (16 U.S.C. § 1271 et seq.) related to protecting components or potential components of the national wildand scenic riverssystem.

The Applicant/Subrecipient/Subrecipient shall not be: 1) in violation of any order or resolution promulgated by the State Air Resources Board or an air pollution district; 2) subject to a cease and desist order pursuant to § 13301 of the California Water Code for violation of waste discharge requirements or discharge prohibitions; or 3) determined to be in violation of federal law relating to air or water pollution.

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9. Audits
For Applicant/Subrecipients expending $1,000,000 or more in federal grant funds annually, the Applicant/Subrecipient/Subrecipient will perform the required financial and compliance audits in accordance with the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 and C.F.R., Part 200, Subpart F, Audit Requirements.

10. Cooperation and Access to Records
The Applicant/Subrecipient must cooperate with any compliance reviews or investigations conducted by DHS. In accordance with 2 C.F.R. § 200.337, the Applicant/Subrecipient/Subrecipient will give the awarding agency, the Comptroller General of the United States and, if appropriate, the state, through any authorized representative, access to and the right to examine all records, books, papers, or documents related to the award.

The Applicant/Subrecipient will require any subrecipients, contractors, successors, transferees and assignees to acknowledge and agree to comply with this provision.

11. Conflict of Interest
The Applicant/Subrecipient will establish safeguards to prohibit the Applicant/Subrecipient’s employees from using their positions for a purpose that constitutes or presents the appearance of personal or organizational conflict of interest, or personal gain.

12. Financial Management
False Claims for Payment - The Applicant/Subrecipient will comply with 31 U.S.C §§ 3729-3733 which provides that Applicant/Subrecipient shall not submit a false claim for payment, reimbursement or advance.

13. Reporting - Accountability
The Applicant/Subrecipient agrees to comply with applicable provisions of the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) (P.L. 109-282), specifically (a) the reporting of subawards obligating $25,000 or more in federal funds and (b) executive compensation data for first-tier subawards. The Applicant/Subrecipient also agrees to comply with the requirements set forth in the government-wide financial assistance award term regarding the System for Award Management and Universal Identifier Requirements located at 2 C.F.R. Part 25, Appendix A.

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14. Whistleblower Protections
The Applicant/Subrecipient also must comply with statutory requirements for whistleblower protections at 10 U.S.C. § 2409, 41 U.S.C. § 4712, and 10 U.S.C. § 2324, 41 U.S.C. §4304 and § 4310.

15. Human Trafficking
The Applicant/Subrecipient will comply with the requirements of Section 106(g) of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000, as amended (22 U.S.C. § 7104) which prohibits grant award recipients or a subrecipient from: (1) engaging in trafficking in persons during the period of time that the award is in effect; (2) procuring a commercial sex act during the period of time that the award is in effect; or (3) using forced labor in the performance of the award or subawards under the award.

16. Labor Standards
The Applicant/Subrecipient will comply with the following federal labor standards:
(a) The Davis-Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. §§ 276a to 276a-7), as applicable, and the Copeland Act (40 U.S.C. § 3145 and 18 U.S.C. § 874) and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. §§ 327-333), regarding labor standards for federally assisted construction contracts or subcontracts, and (b) The Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (29 U.S.C. § 201 et al.) as they apply to employees of institutes of higher learning (IHE), hospitals and other non-profit organizations.

17. Worker’s Compensation
The Applicant/Subrecipient must comply with provisions which require every employer to be insured to protect workers who may be injured on the job at all times during the performance of the work of this Agreement, as per the workers compensation laws set forth in California Labor Code §§ 3700 et seq.

18. Property-Related
If applicable to the type of project funded by this federal award, the Applicant/Subrecipient will:
(a) Comply with the requirements of Titles II and III of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-646) which provide for fair and equitable treatment of persons displaced or whose property is acquired as a result of federal or federally-assisted programs. These requirements apply to all interests in real property acquired

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for project purposes regardless of federal participation in purchase; (b) Comply with flood insurance purchase requirements of Section 102(a) of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-234) which requires subrecipients in a special flood hazard area to participate in the program and to purchase flood insurance if the total cost of insurable construction and acquisition is $10,000 ormore;
(c) Assist the awarding agency in assuring compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (16 U.S.C. § 470), Executive Order 11593 (identification and protection of historic properties), and the Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. §469a-1 et seq.); and
(d) Comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. § 4831 and 24 CFR Part 35) which prohibits the use of lead-based paint in construction or rehabilitation of residence structures.

19. Certifications Applicable Only to Federally-Funded Construction Projects For all construction projects, the Applicant/Subrecipient will:
(a) Not dispose of, modify the use of, or change the terms of the real property title or other interest in the site and facilities without permission and instructions from the awarding agency. Will record the federal awarding agency directives and will include a covenant in the title of real property acquired in whole or in part with federal assistance funds to assure nondiscrimination during the useful life of the project;
(b) Comply with the requirements of the awarding agency with regard to the drafting, review and approval of construction plans and specifications;and (c) Provide and maintain competent and adequate engineering supervision at the construction site to ensure that the complete work conforms with the approved plans and specifications and will furnish progressive reports and such other information as may be required by the assistance awarding agency or State.

20. Use of Cellular Device While Driving is Prohibited
Applicant/Subrecipients are required to comply with California Vehicle Code sections 23123 and 23123.5. These laws prohibit driving motor vehicle while using an electronic wireless communications device to write, send, or read a text-based communication. Drivers are also prohibited from the use of a wireless telephone

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without hands-free listening and talking, unless to make an emergency call to 911, law enforcement, or similar services

21. California Public Records Act and Freedom of Information Act The Applicant/Subrecipient acknowledges that all information submitted in the course of applying for funding under this program, or provided in the course of an entity’s grant management activities that are under Federal control, is subject to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552, and the California Public Records Act, California Government Code section 6250 et seq. The Applicant/Subrecipient should consider these laws and consult its own State and local laws and regulations regarding the release of information when reporting sensitive matters in the grant application, needs assessment, and strategic planning process.

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22. Acknowledgment of Federal Funding from DHS
All recipients must acknowledge their use of federal funding when issuing statements, press releases, requests for proposals, bid invitations, and other documents describing projects or programs funded in whole or in part with federal funds.

23. Activities Conducted Abroad
All recipients must ensure that project activities carried on outside the United States are coordinated as necessary with appropriate government authorities and that appropriate licenses, permits, or approvals are obtained.

24. Best Practices for Collection and Use of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) DHS defines personally identifiable information (PII) as any information that permits the identity of an individual to be directly or indirectly inferred, including any information that is linked or linkable to that individual. All recipients who collect PII are required to have a publicly-available privacy policy that describes standards on the usage and maintenance of PII they collect. Recipients may also find the DHS Privacy Impact Assessments: Privacy Guidance and Privacy template a useful resource respectively.

25. Copyright
All recipients must affix the applicable copyright notices of 17 U.S.C. §§ 401 or 402 and an acknowledgement of U.S. Government sponsorship (including the award number) to any work first produced under federal financial assistanceawards.

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26. Duplication of Benefits
Any cost allocable to a particular federal financial assistance award provided for in 2 C.F.R. Part 200, Subpart E may not be charged to other federal financial assistance awards to overcome fund deficiencies, to avoid restrictions imposed by federal statutes, regulations, or federal financial assistance award terms and conditions, or for other reasons. However, these prohibitions would not preclude recipients from shifting costs that are allowable under two or more awards in accordance with existing federal statutes, regulations, or the federal financial assistance award terms and conditions.

27. Energy Policy and Conservation Act
All recipients must comply with the requirements of 42 U.S.C. § 6201 which contain policies relating to energy efficiency that are defined in the state energy conservation plan issued in compliance with this Act.

28. Federal Debt Status
All recipients are required to be non-delinquent in their repayment of any federal debt. Examples of relevant debt include delinquent payroll and other taxes, audit disallowances, and benefit overpayments. See OMB Circular A-129.

29. Fly America Act of 1974
The Applicant/Subrecipient must comply with Preference for United States Flag Air Carriers: (air carriers holding certificates under 49 U.S.C. § 41102) for international air transportation of people and property to the extent that such service is available, in accordance with the International Air Transportation Fair Competitive Practices Act of 1974 (49 U.S.C. § 40118) and the interpretative guidelines issued by the Comptroller General of the United States in the March 31, 1981, amendment to Comptroller General Decision B-138942.

30. Hotel and Motel Fire Safety Act of 1990
In accordance with Section 6 of the Hotel and Motel Fire Safety Act of 1990, all Applicant/Subrecipients must ensure that all conference, meeting, convention, or training space funded in whole or in part with federal funds complies with the fire prevention and control guidelines of the Federal Fire Prevention and Control Act of 1974, as amended, 15 U.S.C. § 2225a.

31. Non-supplanting Requirement
All recipients who receive federal financial assistance awards made under programs that prohibit supplanting by law must ensure that federal funds do not replace

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(supplant) funds that have been budgeted for the same purpose through nonfederal sources.

32. Patents and Intellectual Property Rights
Unless otherwise provided by law, recipients are subject to the Bayh-Dole Act, Pub. L.

No. 96-517, as amended, and codified in 35 U.S.C. § 200 et seq. All recipients are subject to the specific requirements governing the development, reporting, and disposition of rights to inventions and patents resulting from financial assistance awards located at 37 C.F.R. Part 401 and the standard patent rights clause located at 37 C.F.R. § 401.14.

33. SAFECOM
All recipients who receive federal financial assistance awards made under programs that provide emergency communication equipment and its related activities must comply with the SAFECOM Guidance for Emergency Communication Grants, including provisions on technical standards that ensure and enhance interoperable communications.

34. Terrorist Financing
The Applicant/Subrecipient must comply with Executive Order 13224 and United States law that prohibit transactions with, and the provisions of resources and support to, individuals and organizations associated with terrorism. The Applicant/Subrecipient is legally responsible for ensuring compliance with the Order and laws.

35. Reporting of Matters Related to Recipient Integrity and Performance If the total value of the recipient’s currently active grants, cooperative agreements, and procurement contracts from all federal assistance offices exceeds $10,000,000 for any period of time during the period of performance of this federal financial assistance award, you must comply with the requirements set forth in the government-wide Award Term and Condition for Recipient Integrity and Performance Matters located at 2 C.F.R. Part 200, Appendix XII, the full text of which is incorporated here by reference in the award terms and conditions.

36. USA Patriot Act of 2001
The Applicant/Subrecipient must comply with requirements of the Uniting and Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept and Obstruct Terrorism Act (USA PATRIOT Act), which amends 18 U.S.C. §§ 175-175c.

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37. Use of DHS Seal, Logo, and Flags
The Applicant/Subrecipient must obtain permission from their DHS Financial Assistance Office, prior to using the DHS seal(s), logos, crests or reproductions of flags or likenesses of DHS agency officials, including use of the United States Coast Guard seal, logo, crests or reproductions of flags or likenesses of Coast Guard officials.

38. Applicability of DHS Standard Terms and Conditions to Tribes The DHS Standard Terms and Conditions are a restatement of general requirements imposed upon the Applicant/Subrecipient and flow down to any of its subrecipient as a matter of law, regulation, or executive order. If the requirement does not apply to Indian tribes or there is a federal law or regulation exempting its application to Indian tribes, then the acceptance by Tribes of, or acquiescence to, DHS Standard Terms and Conditions does not change or alter its inapplicability to an Indian tribe. The execution of grant documents is not intended to change, alter, amend, or impose additional liability or responsibility upon the Tribe where it does not already exist.

39. Required Use of American Iron, Steel, Manufactured Products, and Construction Materials
The Applicant/Subrecipient must comply with the “Build America, Buy America” Act (BABAA), enacted as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and Executive Order 14005. Applicant/Subrecipients receiving a federal award subject to BABAA requirements may not use federal financial assistance funds for infrastructure projects unless:
(a) All iron and steel used in the project are produced in the United States – this means all manufacturing processes, from the initial melting stage through the application of coatings, occurred in the United States; (b) All manufactured products used in the project are produced in the United States – this means the manufactured product was manufactured in the United States; and the cost of the components of the manufactured product that are mined, produced, or manufactured in the United States is greater than 55 percent of the total cost of all components of the manufactured product, unless another standard for determining the minimum amount of domestic content of the manufactured product has been established under applicable law or regulation; and
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United States.

The “Buy America” preference only applies to articles, materials, and supplies that are consumed in, incorporated into, or affixed to an infrastructure project. It does not apply to tools, equipment, and supplies, such as temporary scaffolding, brought to the construction site and removed at or before the completion of the infrastructure project.

Nor does a “Buy America” preference apply to equipment and furnishings, such as movable chairs, desks, and portable computer equipment, that are used at or within the finished infrastructure project but are not an integral part of the structure or permanently affixed to the infrastructure project. Per section 70914(c) of BABAA, FEMA may waive the application of a “Buy America” preference under an infrastructure program in certain cases.

40. Presidential Executive Orders
DHS included the following provision for FY 2025 grant awards:

The Applicant/Subrecipient must comply with the requirements of Presidential Executive Orders related to grants (also known as federal assistance and financial assistance) and are incorporated by reference.

41. Limited Waiver of Sovereign Immunity by Federally Recognized California Indian Tribe
Applicant/Subrecipient and any of its subrecipients recognize nothing outlined in these assurances shall be constructed as consent by any federally recognized California Indian tribe to be bound by the laws of the State of California or the laws of the United States to which the federally recognized California Indian tribe is not bound, except as expressly agreed herein. This limited waiver of sovereign immunity shall be strictly construed.

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42. Monitoring and Suspension/Termination
Failure to comply with these requirements may result in suspension of payments under the grant or termination of the grant or both and the subrecipient may be ineligible for award of any future grants if Riverside County OA or the Cal OES determines that any of the following has occurred: (1) the recipient has made false certification, or (2) violates the certification by failing to carry out the requirements as notedabove. Subawards that are found to be out of compliance will be provided notice to informally resolve the problem prior to issuing a notice of intent to impose corrective measures. Riverside County OA may reduce, suspend, or terminate current and/or future grant funding, in whole or in part, or other measures may be imposed for any of the following reasons:
• Failure to submit required reports.
• Failure to expend at least 90% or $5,000 (whichever is greater) of the award could affect future funding.
• Failure to expend funds in a timely manner consistent with the grant milestones, guidance, and assurances.
• Failure to comply with the requirements or statutory progress toward the goals or objectives of federal or state law.
• Failure to make satisfactory progress toward the goals or objectives set forth in the Subrecipient application.
• Failure to follow grant agreement requirements or special conditions. • False certification in the application or document.
• Failure to adequately manage, monitor or direct the grant funding activities of the subaward.
• Failure to comply with Federal/State Procurement Guidelines.

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IMPORTANT
The purpose of these assurances is to obtain federal and state financial assistance, including any and all federal and state grants, loans, reimbursement, contracts, etc.

Applicant/Subrecipient recognizes and agrees that state financial assistance will be extended based on the representations made in these assurances. These assurances are binding on Applicant/Subrecipient, its successors, transferees, assignees, etc. as well as any of its subrecipients. Failure to comply with any of the above assurances may result in suspension, termination, or reduction of grant funds.

All appropriate documentation, as outlined above, must be maintained on file by the Applicant/Subrecipient and available for Cal OES and Riverside County OA or public scrutiny upon request. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in suspension of payments under the grant or termination of the grant or both and the Applicant/Subrecipient may be ineligible for award of any future grants if Cal OES determines that the Applicant/Subrecipient: (1) has made false certification, or (2) violates the certification by failing to carry out the requirements as noted above.

All of the language contained within this document must be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers. Applicant/Subrecipients are encouraged to consult with their counsel prior to signing and submitting these standard assurances to Cal OES when accepting their subaward(s).

The undersigned represents that he/she is authorized to enter into this agreement for and on behalf of the Applicant/Subrecipient/Subrecipient. Applicant/Subrecipient/Subrecipient understands that failure to comply with any of the assurances may result in suspension, termination, reduction, or de-obligation of funding. Applicant/Subrecipient/Subrecipient agrees to repay funds in the event there is a violation of grant assurances.

Applicant/Subrecipient:

Signature of Authorized Agent:

Printed Name of Authorized Agent:

Title: Date:

City of Norco

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-68

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORCO,
CALIFORNIA ACCEPTING $2,513 FROM THE EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT PERFORMANCE GRANT; AND IDENTIFYING THE FIRE

CHIEF OR HIS DESIGNEE AS THE AUTHORIZED AGENT TO ACT ON

BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NORCO IN ANY ACTIONS NECESSARY FOR

THE PURPOSE OF OBTAINING FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

PROVIDED BY THE FEDERAL DEPARTEMENT OF HOMELAND

SECURITY THROUGH THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

AGENCY (FEMA) AND SUBGRANTED THROUGH THE STATE OF

CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
WHEREAS, the City of Norco desires to participate with State and local governmental agencies in improving responses to natural or man-made disasters through Emergency Management; and
WHEREAS, the City of Norco will receive, and accepts, an Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) from the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security for Fiscal Year 2025 in the amount of $2,513 and agrees to match with a contribution of $2,513, funded from the City’s General, Fire Division, as a Contractual Services line item, for Emergency Management Services from the County of Riverside Emergency Management Department.

WHEREAS, the City of Norco is a California public entity and warrants and represents that it is eligible to receive federal financial assistance provided by the Federal Department of Homeland Security through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and sub-granted through the State of California Office of Emergency Services; and
WHEREAS, the Norco City Council identifies the Fire Chief or his designee as the Authorized Agent to execute for and on behalf of the City of Norco any actions necessary for the purpose of obtaining federal financial assistance from the Homeland Security Grant Program and Emergency Management Grant Program; and NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the City Council of the City of Norco, California, hereby resolves as follows:

SECTION 1: The Fire Chief or his designee is hereby designated as the Authorized Agent to execute for and on behalf of the City of Norco, a public entity established under the laws of the State of California, any actions necessary for the purpose of obtaining federal financial assistance provided by the Federal Department of Homeland Security through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and sub-awarded through the State of California Department of Emergency Services.

Resolution No. 2026-68

August 5, 2026
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco at a regular meeting held on August 5, 2026.
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Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
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Interim City Clerk
City of Norco, California

Resolution No. 2026-68

August 5, 2026
I, Amanda Hamilton, Interim City Clerk of the City of Norco, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting held on August 5, 2026, by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, on August 5, 2026.
_________________________
Interim City Clerk
City of Norco, California

City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: August 5, 2026 Agenda Item:

5.A.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Lisette Free, City Manager
Prepared By: Kelli Anderson, Communications Manager
Department: Administration
SUBJECT:

Establishing a Youth Member Seat on City Council-Appointed Commissions and Committees
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-70 establishing a permanent Youth Member seat on City Council-appointed Commissions and Committees.

SUMMARY:

In 2023, the City Council authorized a two-year Youth Member Pilot Program to provide students and young adults with an opportunity to serve on City Council-appointed Commissions and Committees. Following the successful completion of the pilot program, the City Council wishes to formalize youth participation by establishing a permanent Youth Member seat on each Commission and Committee. Resolution No. 2026-70 establishes the permanent Youth Member seats and adopts the requirements governing the appointment, service, and responsibilities of Youth Members.

BACKGROUND:

On February 15, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-07 establishing a two-year Youth Member Pilot Program to provide students and young adults with an opportunity to participate in local government through service on City Council-appointed Commissions. The pilot program initially established Youth Member seats on four City Council-appointed Commissions and was expanded by the City Council on December 18, 2024, to include two additional Commissions and Committees.

The two-year pilot period established by Resolution No. 2023-07 has concluded, and the Resolution has expired. Following the successful implementation of the pilot program, the City Council desires to formalize youth participation by establishing a permanent Youth Member seat on each of the following City Council-appointed Commissions and Committees:

 Historic Preservation and Agricultural Heritage Commission  Measure R Citizens' Oversight Committee
 Parks and Recreation Commission
 Planning Commission
 Street, Trails, and Utilities Commission
 Veterans Commission
The attached Resolution establishes permanent Youth Member seats and adopts the requirements governing the appointment and service of Youth Members. To be eligible for appointment, applicants must be between 13 and 20 years of age, be residents of the City of Norco or students attending school within Norco, and demonstrate an understanding of the City's Core Values and the mission of the Commission or Committee to which they are appointed. Youth Members will serve one-year terms concurrent with the City's fiscal year and will be appointed through the City's annual Commission and Committee recruitment process.

Consistent with other appointed Commission and Committee members, Youth Members will be subject to the same responsibilities, including attending meetings, reviewing agenda materials, and complying with applicable City training and policies. Youth Members will not be counted toward a quorum, and their votes will be advisory only and will not be counted in determining the official action of the Commission or Committee.

Following adoption of the Resolution, the City will conduct a recruitment process for all Youth Member seats. All interested applicants, including Youth Members who served during the pilot program, must submit a new application. To align future appointments with the City's fiscal year, initial appointments made under this Resolution will expire on June 30, 2027. Thereafter, Youth Member terms will begin on July 1 and conclude on June 30 of the following year, with recruitment conducted as part of the City's annual Commission and Committee recruitment process.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Youth Members are eligible to receive the same meeting stipend as other Commission and Committee members ($50 per meeting). Costs associated with establishing Youth Member seats are expected to be minimal and can be absorbed within existing department budgets.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

This item is consistent with Strategic Plan Direction No. 4, "Communication and Stakeholder Experience."
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director Approved by: Lisette Free, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLP, City Attorney

ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution No. 2026-70 - Establishing a Youth Member Seat on City Council-Appointed Commissions and Committees

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-70

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

NORCO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A YOUTH MEMBER

SEAT ON CITY COUNCIL-APPOINTED COMMISSIONS AND

COMMITTEES
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that providing opportunities for youth participation in local government promotes civic engagement, leadership development, and informed public service; and
WHEREAS, on February 15, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023- 07 establishing a two-year Youth Member Pilot Program to appoint Youth Members to four City Council-appointed Commissions; and
WHEREAS, on December 18, 2024, the City Council expanded the pilot program to include two additional City Council-appointed Commissions and Committees; and WHEREAS, the two-year pilot period established by Resolution No. 2023-07 has concluded, and the Resolution has expired; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the Youth Member Pilot Program has been successful and desires to formalize youth participation on City Council-appointed Commissions and Committees; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to establish a permanent Youth Member seat on each of the following City Council-appointed Commissions and Committees: Historic Preservation and Agricultural Heritage Commission, Measure R Citizens' Oversight Committee, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, Street, Trails and Utilities Commission, and Veterans Commission.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Norco, California, does hereby RESOLVE:

SECTION 1: The City Council hereby establishes a permanent Youth Member seat on each of the following City Council-appointed Commissions and Committees: Historic Preservation and Agricultural Heritage Commission, Measure R Citizens' Oversight Committee, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, Street, Trails and Utilities Commission, and Veterans Commission. The City Council shall appoint one qualified Youth Member to each such Commission and Committee.

SECTION 2: The appointment and service of Youth Members shall be subject to the following requirements:

Applicant Requirements:
• Youth Members shall be residents of the City of Norco or students attending school within the City.
• Youth Members shall be between 13 and 20 years of age. • Youth Members shall demonstrate an understanding of the City of Norco's Core Values and the mission of the Commission or Committee to which they are appointed.

Resolution No. 2026-70 – Establishing a Youth Member Seat on City Council-Appointed Commissions and Committees

August 5, 2026
Term of Office:
• Youth Members shall serve a one-year term concurrent with the City's fiscal year.

Recruitment Process:
• Recruitment for Youth Members shall be conducted as part of the City's annual Commission and Committee recruitment process. Available Youth Member positions shall be advertised through the City's established communication channels, and interested applicants shall submit an online application. • The City Council shall appoint one Youth Member to each Commission and Committee by majority vote. The randomized drawing process for the Measure R Citizens’ Oversight Committee does not apply to Youth Members.

Responsibilities and Duties:
• Youth Members shall attend all regular meetings, unless excused due to an emergency, and remain for the duration of each meeting. • Youth Members shall not be counted toward a quorum.
• Youth Members may cast advisory votes, which shall not be counted in determining the official action of the Commission or Committee.
• Youth Members shall review meeting materials, remain informed on matters before their Commission or Committee, and actively participate in discussions. • Youth Members shall conduct themselves in a respectful, professional, and engaged manner while serving as representatives of their Commission or Committee. • Youth Members shall receive the same stipend as other appointed members of the Commission or Committee on which they serve.
• Unless otherwise provided herein, Youth Members shall comply with all City policies and complete any training applicable to Commission and Committee members, including volunteer, social media, and ethics policies and training requirements.

SECTION 3: The permanent Youth Member seats and the requirements governing the appointment and service of Youth Members on City Council-appointed Commissions and Committees, as set forth in this Resolution, are hereby adopted.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting held on August 5, 2026.
___________________________
Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
__________________________
Interim City Clerk
City of Norco, California

Resolution No. 2026-70 – Establishing a Youth Member Seat on City Council-Appointed Commissions and Committees

August 5, 2026
I, Amanda Hamilton, Interim City Clerk of the City of Norco, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was introduced and adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2026, by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, on August 5, 2026. ________________________
Interim City Clerk
City of Norco, California

City Council

STAFF REPORT
Date: August 5, 2026 Agenda Item:

6.A.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
From: Colin Burns, City Attorney
Prepared By: Theresa Brennan, Assistant City Attorney
Department: Administration
SUBJECT:

Adoption of Resolution No. 2026-67 Establishing a Major Development Project Processing Deposit and Reimbursement Requirement for Recovery of Actual City Costs RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-67 establishing a Major Development Project Processing Deposit and reimbursement requirement for recovery of actual City costs associated with the review and processing of major development projects.

SUMMARY:

The City currently collects application fees for a variety of planning, engineering, and development services. However, the City does not currently have a mechanism specifically designed to recover actual costs incurred in connection with large or complex development projects requiring substantial staff resources, legal review, consultant assistance, environmental review, engineering analysis, public financing review, and related professional services.

Major development projects frequently require City expenditures that exceed standard application processing fees. Without a reimbursement mechanism, these costs may be borne by the City's General Fund rather than by the project applicants who benefit from the services provided.

The proposed Resolution establishes a Major Development Project Processing Deposit and reimbursement requirement that will allow the City to recover actual costs incurred in connection with the review, processing, analysis, negotiation, environmental review, public financing review, implementation, and administration of major development projects.

BACKGROUND:

Cities throughout California commonly utilize reimbursement agreements and depositbased cost recovery programs for large or complex development projects. These programs require applicants to provide an initial deposit and reimburse the local agency for actual costs incurred during project review and processing.

The proposed Resolution establishes a framework under which applicants for major development projects will be required to:
• Execute a reimbursement agreement approved by the City Attorney; • Provide an initial processing deposit prior to commencement of substantive City review;
• Reimburse the City for actual costs incurred in connection with project review and processing;
• Replenish deposit funds as necessary to maintain a positive account balance; and • Remain responsible for project processing costs regardless of whether the project is approved, approved with conditions, modified, denied, withdrawn, abandoned, or otherwise terminated.

The Resolution authorizes the City Manager, Community Development Director, Public Works Director, Finance Director, or designee to determine whether a project qualifies as a Major Development Project and to establish an appropriate initial deposit amount based upon project complexity and anticipated processing costs.

The Resolution also amends the City's Fee Schedule to establish a Major Development Project Processing Deposit. Actual costs eligible for reimbursement include fully burdened City staff time and costs incurred for the City Attorney, outside counsel, consultants, financial advisors, engineers, environmental consultants, fiscal consultants, Community Facilities District consultants, public financing consultants, and other professional services reasonably required for project review and processing.

The proposed reimbursement structure is intended to ensure that applicants, rather than City taxpayers, bear the costs associated with extraordinary development review activities.

PUBLIC NOTICE AND FEE DATA:

The Major Development Project Processing Deposit is adopted pursuant to Government Code sections 66014, 66016, and 66017.

The City made available to the public, at least ten (10) days prior to the meeting, the fee and cost data required by Government Code section 66016. The Fee Data Memorandum was posted on the City's website and made available for public review at the City Clerk's Office. A copy of the Fee Data Memorandum is attached to this staff report as Attachment No. 2.

Notice of the time and place of the meeting, including a general explanation of the matter to be considered and a statement that the required fee data was available, was provided as required by Government Code section 66016 to any interested party who filed a written request for mailed notice of new or increased fees or service charges.

Pursuant to Government Code section 66017, the fee shall become effective sixty (60) days following final adoption.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Adoption of the Resolution is expected to reduce potential impacts on the General Fund by providing a mechanism for recovery of actual City costs associated with major development project review and processing. The Resolution does not establish a fixed fee amount, but instead authorizes recovery of actual costs incurred by the City.

RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:

This item is consistent with Strategic Direction No. 3, "Economic Development and Financial Stability."
REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY:

Certified as to Availability of Funds: Joshua Calhoun, Finance Director Approved by: Lisette Free, City Manager
Approved as to Form: Harper and Burns, LLP, City Attorney ATTACHMENT(S):

Resolution 2026-67 - Establishing a Major Development Project Processing Deposit and Reimbursement for Recovery of Actual Costs
Fee Data Memorandum - Major Development Project Processing Deposit

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-67

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

NORCO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A MAJOR

DEVELOPMENT PROJECT PROCESSING DEPOSIT AND

REIMBURSEMENT REQUIREMENT FOR RECOVERY OF
ACTUAL CITY COSTS.

WHEREAS, the City of Norco processes development applications, development agreements, specific plans, subdivision maps, environmental review documents, public financing mechanisms, and related project approvals; and WHEREAS, certain development projects require substantial City staff time, legal review, consultant assistance, engineering review, environmental review, fiscal analysis, financial advisory services, and other professional services beyond those typically associated with routine development applications; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the costs associated with processing such projects should be borne by the applicants and project proponents benefiting from such services rather than by the City's General Fund; and
WHEREAS, Government Code sections 66014 and 66016 authorize local agencies to impose fees and charges to recover the reasonable costs of providing services; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Government Code section 66016, the City made available to the public, at least ten (10) days prior to the meeting at which this Resolution is considered, data indicating the amount of cost, or estimated cost, required to provide the service for which the fee or service charge is levied and the revenue sources anticipated to provide the service, including General Fund revenues; and WHEREAS, notice of the time and place of the meeting, including a general explanation of the matter to be considered and a statement that the data required by Government Code section 66016 was available, was provided as required by law to any interested party who filed a written request for mailed notice of new or increased fees or service charges; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to establish a Major Development Project Processing Deposit and reimbursement requirement to ensure recovery of actual City costs incurred in connection with major development projects.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Norco hereby establishes a Major Development Project Processing Deposit for projects determined by the City Manager, Community Development Director, Public Works

Resolution No. 2026-67

August 5, 2026
Director, Finance Director, or designee to require substantial City resources, consultant review, legal services, environmental review, public financing review, negotiation of agreements, or other extraordinary City services.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that applicants for such projects shall enter into a reimbursement agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney and shall reimburse the City for all actual costs incurred in connection with review, processing, analysis, negotiation, environmental review, public financing review, implementation, and administration of the project, whether the project is approved, approved with conditions, modified, denied, withdrawn, abandoned, or otherwise terminated.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the initial deposit and executed reimbursement agreement shall be provided prior to commencement of substantive City review of the project and prior to processing of any application subject to this Resolution.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that reimbursable costs shall include fully burdened City staff costs and actual costs incurred for the City Attorney, outside counsel, consultants, engineers, environmental consultants, fiscal consultants, financial advisors, Community Facilities District consultants, public financing consultants, planning consultants, public works consultants, and other professional services reasonably required by the City.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the initial deposit amount shall be determined by the City Manager, Community Development Director, Public Works Director, Finance Director, or designee based upon the complexity of the project and estimated processing costs.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that applicants shall replenish deposit funds upon request by the City as necessary to maintain sufficient funds for anticipated project costs. A positive deposit account balance shall be maintained at all times during project review and processing. No further work shall be performed on a project with a negative deposit balance, and the City may suspend processing of the project if the required deposit is not maintained.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that unpaid costs shall remain the responsibility of the applicant or project proponent, and the reimbursement agreement may provide for recovery of interest, collection costs, and attorney’s fees incurred by the City in collecting unpaid amounts.

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August 5, 2026
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that any unused deposit balance shall be refunded following completion, withdrawal, denial, expiration, or termination of the project after payment of all outstanding City costs.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following fee shall be added to the City's Fee Schedule:

Fee: Actual cost deposit. Actual costs shall include fully burdened City staff time and actual costs for the City Attorney, outside counsel, consultants, financial advisors, engineers, environmental consultants, fiscal consultants, Community Facilities District and public financing consultants, and other professional services.

Deposit: Amount determined by the City Manager, Community Development Director, Public Works Director, Finance Director, or designee, based on project complexity and estimated processing costs.

Note: Applicant shall enter into a reimbursement agreement. Deposit shall be replenished as required by the City. Processing may be suspended if the required deposit is not maintained.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that, pursuant to Government Code section 66017, the Major Development Project Processing Deposit and reimbursement requirement established by this Resolution shall become effective sixty (60) days following final adoption of this Resolution.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting held on August 5, 2026.
___________________________
Robin Grundmeyer, Mayor
City of Norco, California
ATTEST:
___________________
Interim City Clerk
City of Norco

Resolution No. 2026-67

August 5, 2026
I, Amanda Hamilton, Interim City Clerk of the City of Norco, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Norco, California, at a regular meeting thereof held on August 5, 2026, by the following vote of the City Council:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Norco, California, on August 5, 2026. ________________________
Interim City Clerk
City of Norco, California

FEE DATA MEMORANDUM

MAJOR DEVELOPMENT PROJECT PROCESSING DEPOSIT
Pursuant to Government Code section 66016, the following fee and cost data is provided for the City Council's consideration of a Major Development Project Processing Deposit and reimbursement requirement.

The proposed fee is an actual-cost deposit and reimbursement requirement for major development projects requiring substantial City staff time, legal review, consultant services, engineering review, environmental review, fiscal analysis, public financing review, agreement negotiation, and related professional services.

The estimated cost of providing these services varies depending on the size, complexity, duration, and review requirements of the project. Recoverable costs may include fully burdened City staff costs and actual costs incurred for City Attorney services, outside counsel, consultants, engineers, environmental consultants, fiscal consultants, financial advisors, Community Facilities District consultants, public financing consultants, and other professional services reasonably required for project review and processing.

The proposed fee is intended to recover the City's actual costs of providing these services.

Initial deposit amounts will be established based on estimated project processing costs, applicants will be required to replenish deposits as necessary, and any unused deposit balance will be refunded.

The anticipated revenue source for these services is applicant deposits and reimbursement payments. In the absence of the proposed fee, extraordinary project processing costs may otherwise be borne by the City's General Fund.

The proposed fee is intended to recover no more than the estimated reasonable cost of providing the service.