ACTION MINUTES
111 TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
41000 MAIN STREET
TEMECULA,CALIFORNIA
DECEMBER 9,2025 -3:00 PM
CLOSED SESSION - 1:00 PM
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--POTENTIAL LITIGATION. The City Council convened in closed session with the City Attorney and Special Counsel Laura Drottz Kalty pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) with respect to one matter of potential litigation. A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Attorney and Special Counsel, based on existing facts and circumstances,there is a significant exposure to litigation involving a confidential discrimination claim, Government Code Section 7927.700.
LABOR NEGOTIATIONS — The City Council convened in closed session with its designated representatives to discuss labor negotiations pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6. The City's designated representatives are City Manager Aaron Adams, City Attorney Peter Thorson,Assistant City Manager Kevin Hawkins, Director of Finance Jennifer Hennessey, Deputy City Manager Luke Watson and Assistant Director of Human Resources/Risk Management Becky Obmann. The employee organization is the California Teamsters Local Union No. 986, an affiliate of the International 111 Brotherhood of Teamsters, General Teamsters, Airline, Aerospace & Allied Employees, Public, Professional, & Medical Employees, Warehousemen, Drivers, Construction, Rock& Sand.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — INITIATION OF LITIGATION. The City Council convened in closed session with the City Attorney pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) with respect to one matter of potential litigation. A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Attorney, based on existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant exposure to litigation involving the City and the City Council will decide whether to initiate litigation.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Brenden Kalfus
INVOCATION: Pastor Drew Davis of United Methodist Church FLAG SALUTE: Mayor Brenden Kalfus
ROLL CALL: Alexander, Kalfus, Rahn, Schwank, Stewart
PRESENTATIONS
Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Avlin Odviar Upon Retirement Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Tom Cole Upon Retirement Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Annie Bostre-Le Upon Retirement Presentation of Years of Service Pins to Councilmember Jessica Alexander(5)and Commissioners Kathy Sizemore (5), David Matics (5), Crystal Pastorian(5), Jackie Steed (5), Denyse Wilson(5) Presentation Regarding Citywide Projects by Public Works Department and Office of Public Information
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BOARD/COMMISSION REPORTS
Planning Commission
PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT
County of Riverside, Fire Department(CAL FIRE)
PUBLIC COMMENTS -NON-AGENDA ITEMS
The following individual(s)addressed the City Council:
• Mayor Cindy Warren—City of Murrieta • Ernie Castro • Ron Larson
PUBLIC COMMENTS-AGENDA ITEMS
The following individual(s) addressed the City Council:
• Ernie Castro (Item#16) • Jack Guerrero (Item#18)
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless otherwise indicated below, the following pertains to all items on the Consent Calendar.
Approved the Staff Recommendation (5-0): Motion by Alexander, Second by Rahn. The vote reflected unanimous approval.
1. Waive Reading of Title and Text of All Ordinances and Resolutions Included in the Agenda Recommendation: That the City Council waive the reading of the title and text of all ordinances and resolutions included in the agenda.
2. Approve Action Minutes of November 18, 2025
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the action minutes of November 18, 2025.
3. Approve List of Demands
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-81
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMECULA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AS
SET FORTH IN EXHIBIT A
4. Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-16 Amending Title 17 of the Temecula Municipal Code Regarding Off-Premises Signs Standards (Second Reading)
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt an ordinance entitled:
2 ORDINANCE NO. 2025-16
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA AMENDING CHAPTER 17.28 OF TITLE 17 OF THE
TEMECULA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING OFF-PREMISES
SIGN STANDARDS, AND MAKE A FINDING OF EXEMPTION
UNDER'THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
(CEQA) SECTION 15061 (B)(3)
5. Approve Memorandum of Understanding with the Foundation for Senior Care for Transportation and Parking Lot Related Services at Mary Phillips Senior Center Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Foundation for Senior Care for transportation and parking lot related services at the Mary Phillips Senior Center.
6. Approve Appropriation of Public, Education and Government Funds for the Replacement of Microphones for City Council Workshops, Committee Meetings and Community Events Recommendation: That the City Council approve the appropriation of$70,000 from the Public, Education and Government Fund for the purchase of microphones and related equipment used for City Council workshops, committee meetings and community events.
7. Award Construction Contract to Aster Construction Services for Ronald Reagan Sports Park Skate Park, PW22-07
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract to Aster Construction Services in the amount of$4,276,862 for the Ronald Reagan Sports Park Skate Park, PW22-07; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to approve contract change orders up to 15%of the contract amount, $641,529.30; and
3. Make a finding that this project is exempt from Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan fees.
8. Approve Parcel Map 38833 (Located South of the Intersection of Loma Portola Drive and Camino Del Sol)
Recommendation: That the City Council approve Parcel Map 38833 in conformance with the Conditions of Approval.
9. Accept Improvements and File Notice of Completion for Bridge Maintenance, PW23-08 3 Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Accept the construction of the Bridge Maintenance, PW23-08, as complete; and
2. Direct the City Clerk to file and record the Notice of Completion, release the performance bond, and accept a one-year Maintenance Bond in the amount of 10%of the final contract amount; and
3. Release the Labor and Materials Bond seven months after filing the Notice of Completion, if no liens have been filed.
10. Accept Improvements and File Notice of Completion for Park Restrooms Renovations, Expansion and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Improvements Project, PW17-06 (REBID)
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Accept the construction of the Park Restrooms Renovations, Expansion and Americans with Disabilities Act(ADA) Improvements Project, PW17-06 (REBID); and
2. Direct the City Clerk to file and record the Notice of Completion, release the Performance Bond, and accept a one-year Maintenance Bond in the amount of no less than 10%of the final contract amount; and
3. Release the Labor and Materials Bond seven months after filing the Notice of Completion, if no liens have been filed.
11. Accept Improvements and File Notice of Completion for Traffic Signal - Pedestrian Signal Equipment Upgrade Phase 2 - Citywide Project, PW23-12
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Accept the improvements for Traffic Signal - Pedestrian Signal Equipment Upgrade Phase 2 - Citywide Project, PW23-12, as complete; and
2. Direct the City Clerk to file and record the Notice of Completion, release the Performance Bond; and accept a one-year Maintenance Bond in the amount of 10%of the final contract amount; and
3. Release the Labor and Materials Bond seven months after filing the Notice of Completion, if no liens have been filed.
12. Accept Improvements and File Notice of Completion for Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Rancho Way, Santiago Road, and Felix Valdez Avenue, PW24-08 4 Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Accept the construction of Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Rancho Way, Santiago Road,and Felix Valdez Avenue, PW24-08, as complete; and
2. Direct the City Clerk to file and record the Notice of Completion, release the Performance Bond, and accept a one-year Maintenance Bond in the amount of 10%of the final contract amount; and
3. Release the Labor and Materials Bond seven months after filing the Notice of Completion, if no liens have been filed.
RECESS:
At 4:13 PM,the City Council recessed and convened as the Temecula Community Services District and Successor Agency to the Temecula Redevelopment Agency Meetings. At 4:16 PM the City Council resumed with the remainder of the City Council Agenda.
RECONVENE TEMECULA CITY COUNCIL
BUSINESS
15. Consider Agreement Extension with Care Solace for 24/7 Essential Health Care Support and Coordination and Provide General Direction Regarding Same (At the Request of Mayor Pro Tem Alexander)
Recommendation: That the City Council:
1. Consider an agreement extension with Care Solace for 24/7 Essential Health Care Support and Coordination and provide general direction regarding same; and
2. Approve a budget appropriation of$34,900, if approved.
Approved the Staff Recommendation(5-0): Motion by Alexander, Second by Stewart. The vote reflected unanimous approval.
16. Receive and File Report Regarding the Regulation Landscape Related to Electronic Bicycles and Motorcycles and Provide General Direction Regarding the Same (At the Request of Council Member Stewart)
Recommendation: That the City Council receive and file a report regarding the regulation landscape related to electronic bicycles(e-bikes) and electronic motorcycles (e-motorcycles) and provide general direction regarding the same.
General Direction Only.
5 17. Consider the Creation of a Public-Facing Commission and Provide General Direction Regarding the Same (At the Request of Mayor Kalfus)
Recommendation: That the City Council consider the creation of a public-facing commission and provide general direction regarding the same.
Motion to consider creation of an Ad Hoc Subcommittee when considering annual subcommittee list for further discussion on a community commission . (5-0): Motion by Kalfus, Second by Rahn. The vote reflected unanimous approval.
JOINT MEETING - CITY COUNCIL AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
18. Appoint the Mayor, Mayor Pro Tempore, President and Vice President for Calendar Year 2026 Recommendation: That the City Council/Board of Directors:
1. Appoint the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore, effective January 1, 2026, to serve in this capacity until December 31, 2026; and
2. Appoint the President and Vice President, effective January 1, 2026, to serve in this capacity until December 31, 2026.
Motion to appoint Jessica Alexander as Mayor and Matt Rahn as Mayor Pro Tempore (5-0):
Motion by Alexander, Second by Rahn. The vote reflected unanimous approval.
Motion to appoint James Stewart as TCSD President and Zak Schwank as TCSD Vice President (4-1,Kalfus opposed): Motion by Schwank,Second by Stewart.The vote reflected approval with Kalfus opposing.
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS (RECEIVE AND FILE)
19. Community Development Department Monthly Report
20. Police Department Monthly Report
21. Public Works Department Monthly Report
ITEMS FOR FUTURE CITY COUNCIL AGENDAS
The City Council approved the placement of the following topics on a future agenda:
1. General Direction for City Manager to have an existing subcommittee consider a snow hill at the Temecula Duck Pond during future holidays (Schwank)
(5-0): Motion by Schwank, Second by Stewart. The vote reflected unanimous approval.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
6 CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
City Attorney reported that on the first Closed Session item that Council approved a settlement agreement with the Claimant. Written notice will be submitted to the City Clerk as soon as the agreement is completed. No other actions to report from Closed Session.
ADJOURNMENT
At 6:12 PM, the City Council meeting was formally adjourned to Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM for Closed Session, with regular session commencing at 3:00 PM, City Council Chambers, 41000 Main Street, Temecula, California.
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ATTEST:
Randi Johl, City Clerk
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