Agenda — Temecula City Council, June 9, 2026 (part 3 of 3)

16.5 Bereavement Leave
The City recognizes the importance of providing employees time off to mourn and take care of any details relating to the death of a member of their immediate family.

Employees may receive a maximum of five paid business days for bereavement of an individual who is a member of the employee's immediate family. Employees may also use CAL time in conjunction with bereavement leave.

For the purposes of this section, immediate family (including natural, adopted, foster, step or in-laws) shall be defined as spouse, domestic partner, child, parent, sibling , grandchild, grandparents, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Bereavement leave may also be taken for individuals who served in a significant parental role (e.g. loco parentis) regardless of biological or legal status.

A leave request must be completed by the employee and approved by their supervisor.

Depending upon the circumstances, employees can submit bereavement leave and CAL requests after the employee returns to work. In addition, the supervisor may require verification that bereavement leave was warranted.

16.6 Jury Duty and Court Related Absences
The City encourages employees to serve as jurors when called upon to do so. When an employee serves on jury duty or is called to testify on a case involving official City business, the employee receives full pay from the City. Employees are not required to submit any compensation received from the court for serving as a juror to the City.

When an employee receives an initial summons to report for jury duty, the employee must provide a copy of the summons to their supervisor immediately upon receipt, regardless of whether they are called to serve. It is the responsibility of each supervisor 19 to record the employee's absence for jury duty in a manner similar to that used to record the employee absences (i.e. department calendar, weekly staff agenda).

If an employee is called to report to jury duty, the employee shall obtain a "Jury Attendance Certification" form from the court upon dismissal by the judge. The "Jury Duty Certification" form must be attached to the employee's timesheet for verification of jury duty attendance by payroll. Because the time on the "Jury Attendance Certification" form provided by the court and the actual time the employee is released from the jury pool and/or leaves the courthouse may differ, the employee must handwrite the actual time of release on the form. The time should be noted upon instruction from their supervisor or designee to either return to work or be released from work. Jury Duty attendance shall be recorded on the timesheet under the code for jury duty regardless of whether the employee is instructed to return to work or not.

Employees are not required to report to work at the City each day prior to reporting to the court for jury duty unless the report time after 12 noon is ordered.

If an employee is released from jury duty with two or more hours remaining in the business day, the employee shall contact their supervisor or designee to determine if it is practical to return to full duty. In determining whether an employee shall return to work following the completion of jury duty for that day, reasonable consideration shall be give to factors such as courthouse delays, parking conditions, travel time, and a rest period. If two hours or less are remaining in the City's standard business day (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.), the employee does not need to contact their supervisor or return to work.

If upon discussion with the supervisor or designee it is determined that it is NOT practical for an employee to return to full duty that day, the supervisor's written release stating "not practical to return to fully duty", along with the supervisor's initials and date, must be noted on the employee's "Jury Attendance Certification" form.

If an employee needs to appear in court regarding a personal situation or is summoned to report to court for a civil or criminal case that does not involve official City business then the employee is required to utilize available CAL or other types of leave.

Section 17: Leave of Absence under FMLA. CFRA and PDL

17.1 Statement of Policy
It is the intent of the City to comply fully with the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) and the California Family Rights Act of 1995 (CFRA). Nothing in this MCP is intended to restrict employees' rights under these laws. Unless otherwise provided in this section, "Leave" under this article shall mean leave of absence, including employees' rights and obligations, pursuant to the FMLA and CFRA. Further, employees shall be reasonably accommodated for any disability protected by law (e.g., Americans with Disability Act or "ADA") if the employee requests such accommodation.

17.2 Employee Notice of Leave
Although the City recognizes that emergencies arise which may require regular employees to request immediate leave, employees are required to give as much notice 911

as possible of their need for leave. If leave is foreseeable, at least 30 days' notice is required. In addition, if an employee knows that they will need leave in the future, but does not know the exact date(s) (e.g., for the birth of a child or to take care of a newborn), the employee shall inform their supervisor as soon as possible that such leave will be needed. Such notice may be orally given. If the City determines that an employee's notice is inadequate or the employee knew about the requested leave in advance of the request, the City may delay the granting of the leave until it can, in its discretion adequately cover the position with a substitute.

For any foreseeable leave due to a qualifying exigency under the Armed Forces Reserves or National Guard, an employee must provide notice of the need for leave as soon as practicable, regardless of how far in advance such leave is foreseeable.

17.3 Employee Benefits While on Leave
While on leave, employees will continue to be covered by the City of Temecula group health insurance to the same extent that coverage is provided while the employee is on the job. Employees shall be responsible for the continuation of City of Temecula provided health care insurance premiums if on a leave for more than the 12 weeks specified by the law. Employee contribution rates are subject to any change in rates that occurs while the employee is on leave.

If an employee fails to return to work after their leave entitlement has been exhausted or expires, the City shall have the right to recover its share of health plan premiums for the entire leave period, unless the employee does not return because of the continuation, recurrence, or onset of a serious health condition of the employee or their family member which would entitle the employee to leave, or because of circumstances beyond the employee's control. The City shall have the right to recover premiums through deduction from any sums due to the City (e.g., unpaid wages, vacation pay, etc.).

Employees shall retain the status of employee while on leave.

17.4 Substitution of Paid Accrued Leaves
While on leave under this policy, as set forth herein, an employee may elect to concurrently use paid accrued leaves. Similarly, the City may require an employee to concurrently use paid accrued leaves after requesting leave for medical or family care.

A. Employee's Right to Use Paid Accrued Leaves Concurrently with Leave for Medical or Family Care.

Where an employee has earned or accrued paid CAL time, administrative leave, or compensatory time, that paid leave may be used concurrently for all or part of any (otherwise) unpaid leave under this policy. Use of CAL time does not extend the leave beyond the 12 weeks specified by law.

B. City's Right to Require an Employee to Use Paid Leave When Using Leave for Medical or Family Care
21 Employees may exhaust their accrued leaves concurrently with FMLA/CFRA leave to the same extent that employees have the right to use their accrued leaves concurrently with FMLA/CFRA leave.

Employees are required to use accrued Compensatory Time as a first means of paid leave concurrently with any leave for medical or family care.

17.5 Medical Certification
Employees who request leave for their own serious health condition or to care for an eligible family member who has a serious health condition must provide written certification from the health care provider of the individual requiring care.

Employees who request leave to care for an injured service member who is an eligible family member of the employee must provide written certification from a health care provider regarding the injured service member's serious injury or illness.

When an employee requests leave because of a qualifying exigency under the Armed Forces Reserves or National Guard, an employer may require the employee to provide a copy of the covered military member's active duty orders or other documentation issued by the military which indicates that the covered military member is on covered active duty or call to active duty status in a foreign country, and the dates of the covered military member's active duty service.

A. Time to Provide a Certification
When an employee's leave is foreseeable, and at least 30 days' notice has been provided, the employee must provide medical certification before the leave begins. When this is not possible, the employee must provide the requested certification to the City within the time frame requested by the City (which must allow at least 15 calendar days after the employer's request), unless it is not practicable under the particular circumstances to do so despite the employee's diligent, good faith efforts.

B. Consequences for Failure to Provide an Adequate or Timely Certification If an employee provides an incomplete medical certification the employee will be given a reasonable opportunity to cure any such deficiency. However, if an employee fails to provide a medical certification within the time frame established by this policy, the City may delay the taking of leave until the required certification is provided.

C. Second and Third Medical Opinions
If the City has reason to doubt the validity of a certification, the City may require a medical opinion of a second health care provider chosen and paid for by the City.

If the second opinion is different from the first, the City may require the opinion of a third health care provider jointly approved by the City and the employee, but paid for by the City. The opinion of the third provider will be binding. An employee 22 may request a copy of the health care provider's opinions when there is a recertification.

D. Intermittent Leave or Leave on a Reduced Leave Schedule If an employee requests intermittent leave (a few days or hours at a time) or on a reduced leave schedule to care for an immediate family member with a serious health condition, the employee must provide medical certification that such leave is medically necessary. "Medically necessary" means there must be a medical need for the leave and that the requested leave can best be accomplished through an intermittent or reduced leave schedule.

17.6 Reinstatement upon Return from Leave
A. Right to Reinstatement
Upon expiration of leave (no more than 12 weeks or 26 weeks for military situations), an employee is entitled to be reinstated to the classification of employment held when the leave commenced, or to an equivalent classification with equivalent employment benefits, pay, and other terms and conditions of employment. Employees have no greater rights to reinstatement, benefits and other conditions of employment than if the employee had been continuously employed during the leave period.

If a definite date of reinstatement has been agreed upon at the beginning of the leave, the employee will be reinstated on the date agreed upon. If the reinstatement date differs from the original agreement of the employee and City the employee will be reinstated within two business days, where feasible, after the employee notifies the employer of their readiness to return.

B. Employee's Obligation to Report Periodically on Condition Employees may be required to periodically provide an update report and intent date to return to work. This will avoid any delays to reinstatement when the employee is ready to return.

C. Return to Work Certification
As a condition of reinstatement of an employee whose leave was due to the employee's own serious health condition, which made the employee unable to perform job duties, the employee must obtain and present a certification from their health care provider stating that the employee is able to resume work. The return to work certification must be provided to Human Resources prior to the employee resuming any duties. Failure to provide such certification will result in denial of reinstatement.

If the health care provider imposes work restrictions on the employee, the return to work certification must list any work restrictions and the time frame for those restrictions. At the conclusion of the work restriction schedule, the employee must obtain and present a certification from the health care provider that the 23 employee is able to resume work. Failure to provide such certification to Human Resources will result in denial of reinstatement.

17.7 Pregnancy Disability Leave
It is the intent of the City to comply fully with the California Pregnancy Disability Leave Law. A pregnant employee shall be entitled to a leave of absence without pay for up to four months so long as the employee's attending physician certifies that the employee is physically unable to work due to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition.

During said leave of absence, the employee has the option of using CAL time to supplement any short-term disability benefits. In addition, employees who are out on Pregnancy Leave will also be designated as protected under FMLA concurrently as applicable under these laws.

Upon expiration of the approved leave, and prior to the employee being reinstated, Human Resources may require a statement from the attending physician that the employee is physically capable of resuming the regular duties of the employee's position. Failure to return to work after the authorized four (4) month leave period causes the employee to have no reinstatement rights. An employee who plans to take such a leave should give reasonable notice of the date the leave shall commence and the estimated duration of the leave.

17.8 Bonding Leave
The City shall provide paid leave to employees for the purpose of bonding with a child in connection with the birth, adoption or foster care placement of that child, equivalent to leave benefits afforded under the State's Paid Family Leave program. Employees may received up to eight weeks of paid bonding leave paid at the rate of 2/3 of the employee's current base salary. No other benefits shall be enhanced or reduced as a result of using this leave. Employees may use other accrued paid leave (e.g., CAL time) to supplement their pay up to 100% of their current base salary in conjunction with this leave. The eight weeks of leave need not be used consecutively; however, it is limited to the first year after the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of the child. Supporting documentation will be required. Bonding Leave may be used in combination with disability leave connected with giving birth to a child, but not until disability benefits have been exhausted. Bonding leave provided under this section will run concurrently with any applicable leave entitlements under the FMLA/CFRA.

Section 18: Military Leave
The City recognizes the importance of allowing employees time off to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces. This policy allows for employees to take time necessary for the defense of our Country.

Military Leave shall be granted in accordance with the provisions of state and federal law. An employee requesting leave for this purpose shall provide their Department Director and Human Resources, whenever possible, with a copy of the military orders specifying the dates, site and purpose of the activity or mission. Within the limits of such orders, the Department Director may determine when the leave is to be taken and may modify the employee's work schedule to accommodate the request for leave. Upon completion of military service, the employee will be reinstated with full seniority to their former position or to a comparable position, if application for 24 reemployment is made within 90 calendar days of release from the service or related hospitalization, or as otherwise required by law.

An employee who is a member of the National Guard or of a reserve component of the U.S.

Armed Forces shall, upon furnishing a copy of the official orders or instructions, be granted a military training leave. Training leaves will not, except in an emergency, or in the event of extenuating circumstances, exceed two (2) weeks per year, plus reasonable travel time. Upon presentation of a military pay voucher or endorsed orders, employees will receive full pay for up to 30 calendar days within one (1) fiscal year. If the leave is greater than 30 days, then the employee may utilize accrued CAL or other types of leave available to the employee.

Consistent with the City of Temecula City Council Resolution 90-067, the military leave policy has been extended, for those employee's called to active duty as follows:

A. With appropriate documentation, the City will pay the difference between the City employee's salary and the employee's military pay; and, B. The difference in salary will be paid for the entire duration of active duty.

Section 19: Leaves of Absence Without Pav
Leave of Absence without Pay is to be used for the purpose of unforeseen circumstances or other situations where leave is requested by the employee. In all cases, unpaid leave must be approved by the City Manager or designee. Employees should refer to Human Resources for specific details.

19.1 Benefits While on Leave without Pay
Employees may be required to exhaust their Comprehensive Annual Leave prior to commencing Leave of Absence without Pay status.

The City will continue payment of the Health Flex Contribution and Cafeteria Contribution for two (2) monthly premium payment periods, except as otherwise required by law. Any premium amount in excess of the City's contributions will continue to be the employee's responsibility.

Employees shall be responsible for the continuation of City provided health care insurance premiums if on Leave of Absence without Pay for more than two (2) monthly premium payment periods.

19.2 Procedure for Requesting Leave of Absence without Pay The Department Director, subject to the approval of the City Manager, may grant requests for Leave of Absence without Pay. Employees generally provide a minimum of two (2) weeks' notice, in writing, to request a Leave of Absence without Pay.

Employees must give reasonable notice, to their Department Director, before returning to work.
25 The maximum leave which may be taken is six (6) months at the sole discretion of the City Manager, except as otherwise required by law. In extreme cases, and at City Manager's approval, the maximum leave may be extended beyond six (6) months.

Employees shall retain the status of employee while on an approved Leave of Absence without Pay. However, a Leave without Pay which exceeds 30 consecutive calendar days shall result in an adjustment to the employee's annual performance evaluation and merit eligibility dates.

19.3 Procedure for Unforeseen Circumstances
Requests for Leave of Absence without Pay may be granted, at the discretion of the City Manager, for prolonged illness or personal reasons, including disabilities not related to workers' compensation. The above procedures will apply to a requested Leave of Absence without Pay with the exception of providing a two (2) week minimum notice.

Employees who request a Leave of Absence Without Pay for illness or personal reasons must provide a written notice of such leave as far in advance as possible. In addition, the City may require a doctor's certification or other official documents in order to verify legitimacy of the employee's request.

Section 20: Health and Wellness Benefits
The City shall provide each regular employee with a Health Flex Contribution of $1,000 per month effective July 1, 2026. Effective January 1, 2027, the Health Flex Contribution shall increase to $1,050 per month, Effective January 1, 2028, the Health Flex Contribution shall increase to $1,100 per month. This allotment is intended to bring the City into compliance with the U.S. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ("ACK). The Health Flex Contribution may only be used toward City -sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance premiums, or deposited into a health flexible spending account as permitted by IRS laws. Any unused portion of the Health Flex Contribution shall be forfeited by the employee (i.e. this is a "use it or lose it" benefit) and the forfeited funds will be used toward enhancing wellness and morale for all City employees. Any forfeited funds in excess of $150,000 in a fiscal year shall revert to the City's general fund.

The City shall also provide each employee with a Cafeteria Contribution of $1,200 per month for full-time employees and pro -rated based on full-time equivalency for part-time employees.

Consistent with past practice, this payment includes the CalPERS statutory minimum payment for each calendar year of this Agreement for both active employees and annuitants (retirees).

The Cafeteria Contribution must be applied to all mandatory benefits as determined by the City.

The first day of the month following the date of hire, an employee shall be covered under mandatory benefits as set forth in the contract between the City and the carrier(s). The employee can then apply the remainder of the Cafeteria Contribution to optional benefits provided by the City, including: health insurance premiums, dental insurance premiums, vision insurance premiums, and flexible spending accounts. Any unused portion of the $1,200 allotment will be paid as taxable income only to employees who were hired prior to July 1, 2026, and who, as of July 1, 2026, are serving in an authorized or limited term position. Employees hired on or after July 1, 2026, shall not be eligible to receive any unused portion of the Cafeteria Contribution as taxable income.
0 The City will discuss any state or federally mandated changes in benefits that occur following adoption of this MCP. The City agrees to include two MCP covered employees as part of the formal Benefit Committee that meets to discuss annual changes in any health and welfare benefit proposal for the next plan year. The benefit committee will meet prior to the start of the open enrollment period to educate employees on benefits provided during the upcoming plan year.

20.1 Health Coverage
The City will continue offering the CalPERS Health Plan. The City has established an Eligible Opt Out Arrangement to comply with IRS rules as a condition to an employee receiving the Cafeteria Contribution as taxable income (i.e., cash) in lieu of enrolling in City -sponsored health insurance. The conditions that must be satisfied for the Eligible Opt Out Arrangement are as follows:

A. The employee must have minimum essential health coverage through another source (other than coverage in the individual market, whether or not obtained through Covered California).

B. All individuals in the employee's expected tax family must have (or will have) the required minimum essential health coverage. An employee's expected tax family includes all individuals for whom the employee reasonably expects to claim a personal exemption deduction for the taxable year(s) that cover the employee's plan year to which the opt -out arrangement applies.

C. The employee must provide reasonable documentation of minimum essential health coverage pursuant to the ACA, which must cover both the employee and all individuals in the employee's expected tax family, if any, for the applicable period.

Reasonable evidence may include an attestation by the employee.

D. Each year, during open enrollment or as otherwise required by the City, the employee must provide the City with an attestation or other reasonable documentation, subject to the City's approval confirming such alternate coverage.

E. The employee must provide the attestation or reasonable documentation no earlier than a reasonable time before coverage starts (e.g., open enrollment). The attestation or reasonable documentation may also be provided within a reasonable time after the plan year starts.

F. According to the ACA, the City cannot make payment if the City knows or has reason to know that the employee or a member of the employee's expected tax family does not have the alternative minimum essential health coverage.

The City will meet with the Benefit Committee to discuss any changes in the City's Health Plan prior to open enrollment.

20.2 Dental Coverage
The City will continue to offer dental coverage to employees covered by the MCP. The City will meet with the Benefit Committee prior to selection of the dental plan for a respective Plan Year.
27 20.3 Vision Coverage
The City will continue to offer vision coverage to employees covered by the MCP. The City will meet with the Benefit Committee prior to selection of the vision care plan for a respective Plan Year.

20.4 Disability Insurance
The City will provide and pay the monthly premium for short-term (STD) and long-term (LTD) disability insurance to employees covered by this MCP. Enrollment in both STD and LTD is mandatory.. The STD disability insurance elimination (waiting) will be up to 7 calendar days for all disability types. Employees should refer to Human Resources regarding specific details on STD and LTD coverages. The City will meet with the Benefit Committee prior to selection of disability insurance.

20.5 Flexible Spending Account
The City will continue to offer, as long as lawfully permitted, a Flexible Spending Account in accordance with applicable IRS statutes in order to provide employees the greatest possible tax benefit.

Included in the Flexible Benefits Program are reimbursement accounts for eligible healthcare expenses and eligible child/dependent care expenses.

20.6 Retiree Medical, Dental and Vision Premium Reimbursement The City will provide medical, dental and vision benefits, for eligible employees and their spouse, upon retirement from the City of Temecula, as follows:

A. Employee must meet all of the following criteria in order to qualify for the Retiree Medical, Dental and Vision Premium Reimbursement benefit:

1. Must have been hired on or before June 30, 2005, in a regular, authorized position;

2. Must have, upon retirement, completed a minimum of 12 years of cumulative service to the City of Temecula in a regular, authorized position status;

3. Must have retired from the City of Temecula on or after July 1, 2003, in accordance with CaIPERS standards; and,

4. Must have been continuously employed in a regular, authorized position from July 1, 2005, until their retirement from the City of Temecula.

Part-time, regular, benefited employees shall also be eligible provided that total service in Temecula, as defined by CalPERS, meets the required minimum for this benefit and if they meet the other criteria set forth in this article.

If a retired Temecula employee reinstates to a regular benefited position with any CalPERS Agency, including the City of Temecula, this benefit will be discontinued and will not be reinstated.

This benefit will discontinue upon the death of the retired City employee.

B. Retirement from the City of Temecula shall be defined as a CalPERS service or industrial disability retirement, and employee must be eligible for such retirement at the time of or within 120 days of separation from City service. The date of eligibility shall be the employee's official CaIPERS retirement date.

C. Employees who have retired prior to the effective date of this MCP will be eligible for this benefit in accordance with the terms of the agreement at time of retirement.

D. Eligible City of Temecula employees (as defined above), who retire during the term of this MCP will be eligible for a reimbursement for monthly premiums (not including co -payments, prescriptions, and other non -premium expenses) purchased and paid for by them, up to the current monthly cafeteria contribution, for continued medical, dental and vision coverage as provided for in sections 20.1, 20.2 and 20.3 of this MCP. This payment will begin within 30 days of the employees' CalPERS retirement, and upon written notice from the employee and verification of current premium payment amounts and will continue through the term of this agreement.

E. The amount of the actual reimbursement will be based on proof of continued medical, dental or vision insurance and verification of the premium payment for employee and spouse coverage. The maximum reimbursement is inclusive of any required employer contributions. Be advised — the CalPERS medical premium on a retiree's check is the premium amount AFTER the City of Temecula's mandatory employer contribution has been deducted. Therefore, the net amount reimbursed will be the monthly premium less the mandatory employer contribution rate, as established by CalPERS annually.

If employee moves from the CalPERS service area, and coverage under the City's provided medical, dental, and/or vision plans is not available, the retiree may request that an alternate medical, dental, and/or vision plan be approved by the City, if allowed by law.

The medical, dental, and/or vision insurance benefits will continue for eligible retirees and their spouse, even after qualifying for Medicare coverage. Medicare supplemental coverage and related premiums will be set in accordance with CalPERS benefit standards. When a retiree transitions to a CalPERS Supplement/Management Medicare or Combination medical plan, the City will automatically reimburse the standard Part B premium, not to exceed the maximum monthly allotment. Proof of coverage and premium payment will be required for retirees not enrolled in CalPERS medical, or for Medicare premiums exceeding the standard Part B premium.

The existing dental and vision benefit plans only allow continuation of coverage for retirees for 18 months after retirement. Following this time period, it is the retiree's responsibility to enroll in dental and vision coverage of their choice. In order to receive reimbursement (not to exceed the monthly allotment), the retiree needs to submit proof of coverage annually to the City's Human Resources Department.

F. For all coverages, excluding CaIPERS medical, eligible retirees, or their authorized legal representative, must submit to the City's Human Resources Department, proof c

of coverage and the premium payment amount for the upcoming year. The timeframe for submissions will be determined by Human Resources and a schedule of the reimbursement dates, including deadlines for submitting changes will be established and distributed annually. If proof of coverage is not received the identified timeframe, reimbursements will not be made until the proof of coverage is received for that year.

It is the responsibility of the retiree to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes in premium amounts or change in status. Retroactive payments will not be made if the employee fails to submit this information on a timely basis.

Section 21: Life Insurance
The first day of the month following the date of hire, and upon proper application and acceptance by the insurance carrier, authorized employees will be covered under a group life insurance plan for the amount of $150,000, with the cost for coverage being paid for by the City of Temecula.

Dependent Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance is available to employees requesting additional coverage. This coverage is available outside of the City's Section 125 Cafeteria Plan and is purchased directly by the employee with no cost to the City.

Section 22: Retirement
The City has established a multi -tiered retirement benefit. Employees who are not eligible to participate in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CaIPERS) will be able to participate in an alternate City approved retirement plan, as allowable by law.

Tier 3
Pursuant to the Public Employment Pension Reform Act of 2013, (also known as "PEPRA", Assembly Bill 340), those who first become employed by the City on or after January 1, 2013, and who are "new members" as that term is defined in PEPRA, shall be subject to a third tier CaIPERS formula of 2% @ age 62, and a benefit based on the highest 36 months of employment. New members shall pay their entire member contribution by payroll deduction at a rate set by CaIPERS at 50% of normal cost as that term is defined in PEPRA.As of July 1, 2025, that percentage is 8%. New members shall also be subject to all other applicable provisions of PEPRA. This retirement formula shall be known as Tier 3.

Tier 2
The City's second tier CaIPERS retirement formula of 2% @ age 60 applies to employees hired on or after September 24, 2011, and up to and concluding December 31, 2012, as allowable by law. Tier 2 also applies to those hired at any time after September 24, 2011, who had prior membership in CaIPERS or in another retirement system that has reciprocity with CaIPERS, as determined by CaIPERS. Highlights include the following:
• A three-year final compensation
• Annual 2% COLA
• Post -Retirement Survivor Allowance
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• Fourth Level of 1959 Survivor's Benefit
• Military Service Credit as Public Service
Tier 1
The City's first tier CalPERS retirement formula of 2.7% @ age 55 applies to employees hired prior to September 24, 2011, as allowable by law. Highlights include the following:
• One-year final compensation
• Annual 2% COLA
• Post -Retirement Survivor Allowance
• Fourth Level of 1959 Survivor's Benefit
• Military Service Credit as Public Service.

For retirement Tiers 1 and 2, employees shall pay 3% of the CalPERS employer contribution as cost sharing under Government Code section 20516(a). The City shall pay the member contribution as Employer Paid Member Contributions (EPMC), required by CalPERS to maintain the current level of benefits for employees covered by this MCP. For employees covered by this MCP, the City will pay and report the value of EPMC as special compensation to CalPERS.

Effective September 2, 2017, this benefit shall consist of paying 8% of the normal member contributions as EPMC for Tier 1 and 7% of the normal member contributions as EPMC for Tier 2, and reporting the same percentage (value) of compensation earnable (excluding Government Code 20636(c)(4)) as additional compensation.

City employees are not covered under Social Security (Medicare only).

Survivor Benefits: The City of Temecula's CalPERS 1959 Survivor Benefit coverage (Government Code section 21574) is a higher level of cash benefit paid to survivors of an employee who dies prior to retirement. The City provides the Level 4 1959 Survivor Benefit.

Section 23: Deferred Compensation
The City will provide for a Deferred Compensation Plan which may be utilized by any employee on an optional basis. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any particular plan and to impose specific conditions upon the use of any plan. Such plan shall be implemented without cost to the City.

Section 24: Alcohol and Drug PolicX
It is the policy of the City to have a work environment free from the effects of drugs and alcohol.

To accomplish this objective, employees covered by this MCP agree to abide by the City of Temecula Alcohol and Drug Policy.

Section 2 5: Uniform Allowance and Safety Footwear Allowance

25.1 Clothing Allowance
Employees covered by this MCP that are responsible for field operations and that are routinely working in the field are eligible for an annual clothing allowance of $150. This allowance is 31 intended to cover the cost of replacing clothes subject to abnormal wear and tear due to field hazards but may not be used to purchase safety shoes or any other safety clothing or equipment. The clothing allowance will be paid in the first full pay period of July but will be reported to CaIPERS (to the extent permitted by law and as described in Section 4.7 above) in equal amounts with payroll throughout the fiscal year. Clothing allowance will only be reported for Classic retirement tiers as "Uniform Allowance" (however, it will not be reported for PEPRA employees). Allowance for safety shoes, safety clothing, or safety equipment is not reportable to CaIPERS.

Employees are not eligible for the clothing allowance while on end -of -service leave as defined in Section 16.4.

25.2 Safety Footwear Allowance
The City shall provide a safety footwear allowance of $200 per fiscal year for classifications determined by the Human Resources & Risk Management Department. The safety footwear classification and rating requirement shall be assigned by Risk Management in compliance with Section 3385 of the California Code of Regulations and must comply with the American Society for Testing and Materials ("ASTM") or the American National Standards Institute ("ANSI") standards required for the work to be performed by the employee. Only ASTM/ANSI compliant safety footwear shall be worn by eligible employees. The safety footwear allowance will be available for use beginning on July 1st of each fiscal year. Eligible employees shall choose safety footwear from a specified vendor determined by the Human Resources & Risk Management Department. Alternatively, eligible employees may purchase ASTM/ANSI compliant footwear from a vendor of their choice and submit a completed request for reimbursement with receipt(s) to Risk Management, provided the footwear meets the classification and rating requirements. Eligible employees who fail to purchase their safety footwear within the fiscal year will not be eligible to roll any of the $200 amount forward to the following fiscal year. Employees are prohibited from returning the safety footwear for reimbursement from the vendor after they have submitted and/or received reimbursement from the City. The City reserves the right to make changes and to add or delete classifications from this list.

Assistant Director Public Works
Building Official
Code Enforcement Manager
Director of Public Works / City Engineer
Emergency Manager
Maintenance Manager
Maintenance Superintendent
Principal Civil Engineer
Program Manager
Senior Civil Engineer
Classifications assigned to Homeless Outreach
Employees are not eligible for the safety footwear allowance while on end -of -service leave as defined in Section 16.4.
32 25.3 Additional Safety Footwear Allowance
If an employee covered by the MCP requires specialized footwear or has unusual wear and tear because of work functions, additional footwear allowance may be provided at the discretion of the Department Director. Special requests must be supported by a formal written request and appropriate documentation, submitted to the supervisor and Risk Management for approval.

Section 26: Reasonable Accommodation of EmDlovees with Disabilities Because the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) requires reasonable accommodations for individuals protected under the Act(s), and because these reasonable accommodations must be determined on an individual case -by -case basis, the provisions of this MCP may be disregarded in order for the City to avoid discrimination relative to hiring, promotions, granting permanency, transfer, layoff, reassignment, termination, rehire, rates of pay, job and duty classification, seniority, leave, fringe benefits, training opportunities, hours of work, or other terms and privileges of employment.

The City has the legal obligation to meet with the individual employee to be reasonably accommodated before any adjustment is made in working conditions.

Any reasonable accommodation provided to an individual protected by the Act(s) shall not establish a past practice, nor shall it be cited or used as evidence of a past practice.

Section 27: Discipline
It is the City's belief that rules of conduct are most effective when they are written and communicated to employees and supervisors, consistently enforced, and the difference between major and minor forms of misconduct recognized. The City's goal is to administer discipline on an equitable and corrective basis. Effective discipline reinforces training by identifying rules and their reasons, correcting misconduct or improving job performance, serving as a deterrent through enforcement, and penalizing in relation to the severity of the offense and the employee's past record.

All disciplinary actions shall be pursuant to the City's Discipline Policy.

Section 28: Classifications Covered under this Plan
All authorized positions not represented by Teamsters Local 986 are eligible for the benefits outlined in this MCP unless otherwise specified.

Classification Type
Assistant City Manager Executive
City Clerk Executive
City Manager Executive
Director of Community Development Executive
Director of Community Services Executive
Director of Finance Executive
33 Director of HR/RM
Executive
Director of IT/SS
Executive
Director of Legislative Affairs/City Clerk
Executive
Director of Public Works/City Engineer
Executive
Assistant City Clerk
Management
Assistant Director of Community Development
Management
Assistant Director of Community Services
Management
Assistant Director of Finance
Management
Assistant Director of HR/RM
Management
Assistant Director of IT/SS
Management
Assistant Director of Public Works
Management
Assistant to the City Manager
Management
Building Official
Management
Code Enforcement Manager
Management
Community Services Manager
Management
Community Services Superintendent
Management
Deputy City Clerk
Management
Deputy City Manager
Management
Economic Development Manager
Management
Emergency Manager
Management
Executive Assistant
Management
Executive Assistant II
Management
Finance Manager
Management
Fiscal Services Manager
Management
Human Resources Manager
Management
Information Technology Administrator
Management
Information Technology Manager
Management
Maintenance Manager
Management
Maintenance Superintendent
Management
Maintenance Supervisor (Landscape)
Management
Maintenance Supervisor (Streets/Parks/Facilities)
Management
Maintenance Supervisor (Trades)
Management
Maintenance Supervisor (Traffic)
Management
Management Analyst
Management
Payroll Manager
Management
Planning Manager
Management
Principal Civil Engineer
Management
Principal Management Analyst
Management
Principal Planner
Management
Program Manager
Management
Purchasing Manager
Management
Records Manager
Management
Risk Manager
Management
34 Senior Civil Engineer
Management
Senior Management Analyst
Management
Senior Planner
Management
Accountant I (Confidential)
Confidential
Accountant II (Confidential)
Confidential
Administrative Assistant (Confidential)
Confidential
Human Resources Assistant
Confidential
Human Resources Supervisor
Confidential
Human Resources Technician I
Confidential
Human Resources Technician 11
Confidential
Information Technology Specialist I
Confidential
Information Technology Specialist II
Confidential
Information Technology Supervisor
Confidential
Information Technology Technician I
Confidential
Information Technology Technician II
Confidential
Management Aide I (Confidential)
Confidential
Office Specialist II (Confidential)
Confidential
Payroll Administrator
Confidential
Payroll Coordinator
Confidential
Payroll Supervisor
Confidential
Payroll Technician
Confidential
Senior Human Resources Technician
Confidential
Senior Information Technology Specialist
Confidential
Senior Office Specialist (Confidential)
Confidential
Senior Payroll Coordinator
Confidential
Section 29: Reclassifications

29.1 Reclassification Request Process
An authorized employee who demonstrates that they are working out of classification may request a reclassification review. Such requests require prior approval from the employee's Supervisor and Department Director, and only those approved may be submitted to the Human Resources Department.

Approved requests must be submitted to Human Resources by September 1st, in order for the process to be completed in time for the annual operating budget, as determined by the City Manager. Upon submission, the employee will be required to complete a Position Description Questionnaire (PDQ).

Upon review of the PDQ, Human Resources will determine whether the employee's duties have fundamentally and permanently changed. Such changes may result from, but are not limited to, department reorganizations, changes in staffing levels, implementation of new or expanded programs or services, reallocation of work, changes in reporting relationships, or other factors impacting the nature, level, or scope of 35 assigned responsibilities. Human Resources will also identify the appropriate methodology for conducting the reclassification study.

The results of the study will be provided to the employee by May 1st of the following calendar year. The results are final and not subject to appeal.

Employees who have not completed their original probationary period or those in limited - term assignments, are not eligible to participate.

29.2 Reclassification Implementation
Employees shall be placed into their new position's salary range at the salary step in the range closest to their current salary without going under, or to the first step in the range of the reclassification, whichever is greater.

Employees whose current salary range is higher than their recommended classification's salary range shall retain their current salary range as a "y-rated" salary range. Y-rated salary ranges are not subject to cost of living increases; however, if the unmodified salary range for an employee's classification exceeds that of their y-rated classification's salary range due to a cost of living increase, the employee shall be placed in their classification's unmodified salary range at the salary step in the range closest to their current salary without going under.

Employees shall not serve a probationary period as a result of being reclassified, and shall retain their performance evaluation date and merit increase eligibility prior to being reclassified.

Section 30: Safety Programs

30.1 Safe Driving Program
Employees who are assigned to a City vehicle are eligible to participate in the Safe Driving Program. Employees assigned to pool vehicles do not qualify. In order to be eligible, employees must not have been in any "preventable" vehicle accidents during any given full fiscal year.

An accident is any event involving a City vehicle resulting in or causing personal injury or damage to any person, object, or property. The City Safety Committee will determine whether the accident was "preventable" or "non -preventable" if the employee and the City do not agree on the determination of whether an accident was "preventable" or "non -preventable."
Preventable - the employee failed to do everything possible to prevent the accident, including anticipating the hazard and applying the appropriate defensive driving procedures.

Non -Preventable - the employee did everything possible to prevent the accident, including anticipating the hazard and applying the appropriate defensive driving procedures.
0 For the period of July 1 through June 30 of each fiscal year, qualifying employees who experience no "preventable" accidents will be credited with five (5) additional floating holiday hours referred to as safe driving hours. These five (5) additional safe driving hours will be deposited in the first pay period of the subsequent fiscal year. The safe driving hours may not be carried over year to year and cannot be cashed out at the end of a fiscal year or upon separation of employment.
37 Appendix A - Section 4 Compensation Adjustments
Recurring Revenue Account Codes

GENERAL FUND

BUILDING & SAFETY
001.162.000
4255 - ADMINISTRATIVE CITATIONS

GENERAL FUND

BUILDING & SAFETY
001.162.000
4264 - WEED ABATEMENT

GENERAL FUND

PUBLIC WORKS
001.164.000
4255 - ADMINISTRATIVE CITATIONS

GENERAL FUND

PARKS MAINTENANCE
001.167.000
4004 - SPECIAL TAX (MEASURE C)

GENERAL FUND

PARKS MAINTENANCE
001.167.000
4094 - LEASE INCOME

GENERAL FUND

SHERIFF'S OFFICE
001.170.000
4055 - PARKING CITATIONS

GENERAL FUND

SHERIFF'S OFFICE
001.170.000
4059 - FINGER PRINTING FEE

GENERAL FUND

SHERIFF'S OFFICE
001.170.000
4067 -VEHICLE IMPOUND FEES

GENERAL FUND

SHERIFF'S OFFICE
001.170.000
4069 -TAXI FEES

GENERAL FUND

SHERIFF'S OFFICE
001.170.000
4070 - CASH OVER & SHORT

GENERAL FUND

SHERIFF'S OFFICE
001.170.000
4555 - MASSAGE CITATIONS

GENERAL FUND
FIRE
001.171.000
4756 - FIRE ANNUAL INSPECTION

GENERAL FUND
FIRE
001.171.000
4757 - FIRE OPERATING PERMIT FEES

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4008 - RESIDUAL RPTTF DISTRIBUTION

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4010 - PROPERTY TAX - SECURED

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4012 - PROPERTY TAX - UNSECURED

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4013 - SUPPLEMENTAL TAX - AB 2345

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4016 - PROPERTY TRANSFER TAX

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4018 - FRANCHISE FEES

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4020 - TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4024 - SALES & USE TAX - STATE

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4028 - HOMEOWNER PROPERTY TAX RELIEF

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4043 - PROPERTY TAX IN LIEU OF VLF

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4046 - MOTOR VEHICLE IN LIEU -STATE

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4047 - VEHICLE CODE FINES

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4056 - BUSINESS LICENSE

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4057 - PASSPORT PROCESSING

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4065 - INVESTMENT INTEREST

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4070 - CASH OVER & SHORT

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4075 - RENTAL INCOME

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4078 - REIMBURSEMENT-PECHANGA IGA

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4094 - LEASE INCOME

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4168 - INTEREST INCOME - LEASES

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4181- REIMBURSEMENT SERVICES CFD

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4182 - FIA - SERVICES

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4545 - GASB 31 - FMV ON INVESTMENTS

GENERAL FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
001.199.000
4941- AB1379 COLLECTION STATE $4 FEE

MEASURE S FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
002.199.000
4019 - MEASURE S SALES TAX REVENUES

MEASURE S FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
002.199.000
4065 - INVESTMENT INTEREST

MEASURE S FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
002.199.000
4545 - GASB 31 - FMV ON INVESTMENTS

GAS TAX FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
100.199.000
4065 - INVESTMENT INTEREST

GAS TAX FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
100.199.000
4545 - GASB 31 - FMV ON INVESTMENTS

GAS TAX FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
100.199.000
4700 - GAS TAX 2106

GAS TAX FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
100.199.000
4701 - GAS TAX 2105

GAS TAX FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
100.199.000
4702 - GAS TAX 2107

GAS TAX FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
100.199.000
4704 - GAS TAX 2107.5

GAS TAX FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
100.199.000
4706 - GAS TAX 2103

TCSD FUND

OPERATIONS
190.180.000
4004 - SPECIAL TAX (MEASURE C)

TCSD FUND

OPERATIONS
190.180.000
4065 - INVESTMENT INTEREST

TCSD FUND

OPERATIONS
190.180.000
4070 - CASH OVER & SHORT

TCSD FUND

HUMAN SERVICES
190.181.000
4977 - INCLUSIVE CLASSES/ACTIVITIES

TCSD FUND

HUMAN SERVICES
190.181.000
4978 - SENIOR/INCLUSIVE DAY CAMP

TCSD FUND

HUMAN SERVICES
190.181.000
4980-CLASSES/ACTIVITIES

TCSD FUND

HUMAN SERVICES
190.181.000
4983 -TRANSPORTATION

TCSD FUND

HUMAN SERVICES
190.181.000
4986 - EXCURSIONS

TCSD FUND

HUMAN SERVICES
190.181.000
4990 - INDOOR RENTALS

TCSD FUND

HUMAN SERVICES
190.181.000
4992 - SPECIAL EVENTS

TCSD FUND

HUMAN SERVICES
190.181.000
4995 - HIGH HOPES

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER
190.182.000
4966 - OPEN GYM RESIDENT/NONRESIDENT

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER
190.182.000
4984 - DAY CAMP

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER
190.182.000
4990 - INDOOR RENTALS

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER
190.182.000
4992 - SPECIAL EVENTS

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER
190.182.000
4998 - SKATE PARK

TCSD FUND

SPECIAL EVENTS
190.183.000
4161- SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS

TCSD FUND

SPECIAL EVENTS
190.183.000
4992 - SPECIAL EVENTS

TCSD FUND

TEMECULA COMMUNITY CENTER
190.184.000
4921- INDOOR RENTALS - CONFERENCE CENTER

TCSD FUND

TEMECULA COMMUNITY CENTER
190.184.000
4989 - PICNIC SHELTER RENTALS

TCSD FUND

TEMECULA COMMUNITY CENTER
190.184.000
4990 - INDOOR RENTALS

TCSD FUND

MUSEUM AND CULTURAL ARTS
190.185.000
4508 - GIFT SHOP

TCSD FUND

MUSEUM AND CULTURAL ARTS
190.185.000
4951 - TOURS

TCSD FUND

MUSEUM AND CULTURAL ARTS
190.185.000
4953 - FIELD TRIPS

TCSD FUND

MUSEUM AND CULTURAL ARTS
190.185.000
4980 - CLASSES/ACTIVITIES

TCSD FUND

MUSEUM AND CULTURAL ARTS
190.185.000
4990 - INDOOR RENTALS

TCSD FUND

MUSEUM AND CULTURAL ARTS
190.185.000
4991- ADMISSIONS

TCSD FUND

MUSEUM AND CULTURAL ARTS
190.185.000
4992 - SPECIAL EVENTS

TCSD FUND

AQUATICS
190.186.000
4970-SWIM LESSONS

TCSD FUND

AQUATICS
190.186.000
4971 - LAP SWIM

TCSD FUND

AQUATICS
190.186.000
4972-PUBLIC SWIM

TCSD FUND

AQUATICS
190.186.000
4973 - FAMILY NIGHT SWIM

TCSD FUND

AQUATICS
190.186.000
4974 - POOL RENTALS

TCSD FUND

AQUATICS
190.186.000
4976- NON RESIDENT SWIM

TCSD FUND

AQUATICS
190.186.000
4980-CLASSES/ACTIVITIES
fit

TCSD FUND
SPORTS
190.187.000
4959-ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE

TCSD FUND
SPORTS
190.187.000
4960 - ADULT SOFTBALL

TCSD FUND
SPORTS
190.187.000
4961 - ADULT KICKBALL

TCSD FUND
SPORTS
190.187.000
4962 - HOCKEY

TCSD FUND
SPORTS
190.187.000
4963 -TOURNAMENTS

TCSD FUND
SPORTS
190.187.000
4965 -YOUTH LEAGUES - NON RESIDENT

TCSD FUND
SPORTS
190.187.000
4988 - FIELD RENTALS/LIGHTS

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY THEATER
190.189.000
4070 - CASH OVER & SHORT

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY THEATER
190.189.000
4901- FRONT OF HOUSE FEES

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY THEATER
190.189.000
4906-THEATER-STAGEHAND LABOR REIMB.

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY THEATER
190.189.000
4907-THEATER-TICKET SERVICES REIMB.

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY THEATER
190.189.000
4910-THEATER-TEMECULAPRESENTS

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY THEATER
190.189.000
4990 - INDOOR RENTALS

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY THEATER
190.189.000
4991-ADMISSIONS

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY THEATER
190.189.000
4997-CONCESSIONS

TCSD FUND

COMMUNITY THEATER
190.189.000
4999-THEATER-EQUIPMENT RENTALS

TCSD FUND

CONFERENCE CENTER
190.193.000
4990 - INDOOR RENTALS

TCSD FUND

CONTRACT CLASSES
190.197.000
4982 - CONTRACTED CLASSES

TCSD FUND

NON -DEPARTMENTAL
190.199.000
4545 - GASB 31- FMV ON INVESTMENTS

TCSD FUND

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
190.202.000
4248-TCSD WORKFORCE PROGRAMS
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City of Temecula
City Council Compensation Plan
Effective July 1, 2026

Table of Contents
Section1: Introduction..................................................................................................2 Section 2: Health and Wellness Benefits..................................................................... 2

2.1 Health Coverage..................................................................................................... 2

2.2 Dental Coverage..................................................................................................... 3

2.3 Vision Coverage...................................................................................................... 3

2.5 Flexible Spending Account...................................................................................... 3

2.6 Retiree Medical, Dental and Vision Premium Reimbursement ................................. 3 Section 3: Life Insurance............................................................................................... 5 Section4: Retirement....................................................................................................5 Section 5: Deferred Compensation.............................................................................. 7 Section 6: Automobile Allowance................................................................................7

Section 1: Introduction
This City Council Compensation Plan (CCP) will govern the compensation and schedule of benefits for the City Council of the City of Temecula (City). As authorized by the provisions of Government Code Sections 53200 to 53299 and 36516 and other applicable law, Members of the City Council will receive certain retirement, health and welfare benefits as specifically designated in this CCP, and in the City of Temecula Fair Political Practices Commission Form 806.

Section 2: Health and Wellness Benefits
The City shall provide each City Council Member with a Health Flex Contribution of $1,000 per month effective July 1, 2026. Effective January 1, 2027, the Health Flex Contribution shall increase to $1,050 per month, Effective January 1, 2028, the Health Flex Contribution shall increase to $1,100 per month. The Health Flex Contribution may only be used toward City - sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance premiums, or deposited into a health flexible spending account as permitted by IRS laws. Any unused portion of the Health Flex Contribution shall be forfeited by the City Council Member (i.e. this is a "use it or lose it" benefit) and the forfeited funds will be used toward enhancing wellness and morale for all City employees. Any forfeited funds in excess of $150,000 in a fiscal year shall revert to the City's general fund.

The City shall also provide each City Council Member with a Cafeteria Contribution of $1,200 per month. Consistent with past practice, this payment includes the CalPERS statutory minimum payment for each calendar year of this Agreement for both active City Council Members and annuitants (retirees). The Cafeteria Contribution must be applied to all mandatory benefits as determined by the City. The first day of the month following the date of hire, a City Council Member shall be covered under mandatory benefits as set forth in the contract between the City and the carrier(s). The City Council Member may elect to allocate the remainder of the Cafeteria Contribution among the following optional benefits provided by the City, in any amount or ratio: health insurance premiums, dental insurance premiums, vision insurance premiums, and flexible spending accounts, or 401(a) defined contribution plan. (The 401(a) option in the preceding sentence is available only to a City Council Member who was in office on July 1, 2026.) A City Council Member must make the initial election within 30 days after first becoming eligible for the Cafeteria Contribution. For each subsequent calendar year, the election must be made before the beginning of the calendar year, or by any earlier deadline established by the City. Each election applies prospectively only and is irrevocable for the calendar year, except as permitted by applicable law.

2.1 Health Coverage
The City will continue offering the CaIPERS Health Plan. The City has established an Eligible Opt Out Arrangement as a condition to a City Council Member opting out of City - sponsored health insurance. The conditions that must be satisfied for the Eligible Opt Out Arrangement are as follows:

A. The City Council Member must have
another source (other than coverage
obtained through Covered California).
minimum essential health coverage through
in the individual marker, whether or not
4 B. All individuals in the City Council Member's expected tax family must have (or will have) the required minimum essential health coverage. A City Council Member's expected tax family includes all individuals for whom the City Council Member reasonably expects to claim a personal exemption deduction for the taxable year(s) that cover the City Council Member's plan year to which the opt -out arrangement applies.

C. The City Council Member must provide reasonable documentation of minimum essential health coverage pursuant to the ACA, which must cover both the City Council Member and all individuals in the City Council Member's expected tax family, if any, for the applicable period. Reasonable evidence may include an attestation by the City Council Member.

D. Each year, during open enrollment or as otherwise required by the City, the City Council Member must provide the City with an attestation or other reasonable documentation, subject to the City's approval confirming such alternate coverage.

E. The City Council Member must provide the attestation or reasonable documentation no earlier than a reasonable time before coverage starts (e.g., open enrollment). The attestation or reasonable documentation may also be provided within a reasonable time after the plan year starts.

F. The City will not offer the 401 a option if the City knows or has reason to know that the City Council Member or a member of the City Council Member's expected tax family does not have the alternative minimum essential health coverage.

2.2 Dental Coverage
The City will continue to offer dental coverage to City Council Member covered by the CCP.

2.3 Vision Coverage
The City will continue to offer vision coverage to City Council Member covered by the CCP.

2.5 Flexible Spending Account
The City will continue to offer, as long as lawfully permitted, a Flexible Spending Account in accordance with applicable IRS statutes in order to provide City Council Members the greatest possible tax benefit.

Included in the Flexible Spending Account are reimbursement accounts for eligible healthcare expenses and eligible child/dependent care expenses.

2.6 Retiree Medical, Dental and Vision Premium Reimbursement The City will provide medical, dental and vision benefits, for eligible City Council Members and their spouse, upon retirement from the City of Temecula, as follows:

A. The City Council Member must meet all of the following criteria in order to qualify for the Retiree Medical, Dental and Vision Premium Reimbursement benefit:
3 1. Must have been hired on or before June 30, 2005, in a regular, authorized position;

2. Must have, upon retirement, completed a minimum of 12 years of cumulative service to the City of Temecula in a regular, authorized position status;

3. Must have retired from the City of Temecula on or after July 1, 2003, in accordance with CalPERS standards; and,

4. Must have been continuously employed in a regular, authorized position from July 1, 2005, until their retirement from the City of Temecula If a retired City Council Member reinstates to a regular benefited position with any CalPERS Agency, including the City of Temecula, this benefit will be discontinued and will not be reinstated.

This benefit will discontinue upon the death of the retired City Council Member.

C. City Council Members who have retired prior to the effective date of this CPP will be eligible for this benefit in accordance with the terms of the agreement at time of retirement.

D. Eligible City Council Members (as defined above), who retire during the term of this CPP will be eligible for a reimbursement for monthly premiums (not including co - payments, prescriptions, and other non -premium expenses) purchased and paid for by them, up to the current monthly cafeteria contribution, for continued medical, dental and vision coverage as provided for in sections 2.1, 2.2 and 2.3 of this CPP.

This payment will begin within 30 days of the City Council Member's CalPERS retirement, and upon written notice from the employee and verification of current premium payment amounts and will continue through the term of this agreement.

If the retired City Council Member moves from a CalPERS service area, and coverage under the City provided medical, dental, and/or vision plans is not available, the retired City Council Member may request that an alternate medical, dental, and/or vision plan be approved by the City, if allowed by law.

The medical, dental, and/or vision insurance benefits will continue for eligible retired City Council Members and their spouse, even after qualifying for Medicare coverage.

Medicare supplemental coverage and related premiums will be set in accordance with 4 CalPERS benefit standards. When a retired City Council Member transitions to a CalPERS Supplement/Managed Medicare or Combination medical plan, the City will automatically reimburse the standard Part B premium, not to exceed the maximum monthly allotment. Proof of coverage and premium payment will be required for retirees not enrolled in CalPERS medical, or for Medicare premiums exceeding the standard Part B premium.

F. For all coverages, excluding CalPERS medical, eligible retired City Council Members, or their authorized legal representative, must submit to the City's Human Resources Department, proof of coverage and the premium payment for the upcoming year. The timeframe for submissions will be determined by Human Resources and a schedule of the reimbursement dates including deadlines for submitting changes will be established and distributed annually. If proof of coverage is not received within the identified timeframe, reimbursements will not be made until the proof of coverage is received for that year.

It is the responsibility of the retired employee to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes in premium amounts or change in status. Retroactive payments will not be made if the employee fails to submit this information on a timely basis.

Section 3: Life Insurance
The first day of the month following the date of hire, and upon proper application and acceptance by the insurance carrier, a City Council Member will be covered under a group life insurance plan for the amount of $150,000, with the cost for coverage being paid for by the City of Temecula.

Dependent Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance is available to City Council Members requesting additional coverage. This coverage is available outside of the City's Section 125 Cafeteria Plan and is purchased directly by the City Council Member with no cost to the City.

Section 4: Retirement
The City has established a multi -tiered retirement benefit. City Council Members who are not eligible to participate in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CaIPERS) will be able to participate in an alternate City approved retirement plan, as allowable by law.

Tier 3
Pursuant to the Public Employment Pension Reform Act of 2013, (also Assembly Bill 340), those who first become City Council Members of January 1, 2013, and who are "new members" as that term is defined known as "PEPRA",
the City on or after
in PEPRA, shall be
5 subject to a third tier CalPERS formula of 2% @ age 62, and a benefit based on the highest 36 months of employment. New members shall pay their entire member contribution by payroll deduction at a rate set by CalPERS at 50% of normal cost as that term is defined in PEPRA. As of July 1, 2025, that percentage is 8%. New members shall also be subject to all other applicable provisions of PEPRA. This retirement formula shall be known as Tier 3.

Tier 2
The City's second tier CalPERS retirement formula of 2% @ age 60 applies to City Council Members hired on or after September 24, 2011, and up to and concluding December 31, 2012, as allowable by law. Tier 2 also applies to those hired at any time after September 24, 2011, who had prior membership in CalPERS or in another retirement system that has reciprocity with CalPERS, as determined by CalPERS. Highlights include the following:
• A three-year final compensation
• Annual 2% COLA
• Post -Retirement Survivor Allowance
• Fourth Level of 1959 Survivor's Benefit
• Military Service Credit as Public Service
Tier 1
The City's first tier CalPERS retirement formula of 2.7% @ age 55 applies to City Council Members hired prior to September 24, 2011, as allowable by law. Highlights include the following:
• One-year final compensation
• Annual 2% COLA
• Post -Retirement Survivor Allowance
• Fourth Level of 1959 Survivor's Benefit
• Military Service Credit as Public Service.

For retirement tiers 1 and 2, City Council Members shall pay 3% of the CalPERS employer contribution. The City shall pay the Member Contribution (EPMC), required by the Public Employee's Retirement System to maintain the current level of benefits for City Council Members covered by this CCP.

City Council Members are not covered under Social Security (Medicare only).

CalPERS Reportability: The City makes no representation as to whether any of the compensation or payments in this CCP are subject to CalPERS service credit or pensionable income. Any determination by CalPERS to not fully credit the compensation and/or service time provided under this CCP is outside of the City's control.

Section S: Deferred Compensation
The City will provide for a Deferred Compensation Plan which may be utilized by any City Council Member on an optional basis. Such plan shall be implemented without cost to the City.

Section 6: Automobile Allowance
City Council Members will receive a monthly automobile allowance in lieu of mileage reimbursement. The monthly dollar amount will be set at $400/month as outlined in the annual operating budget.
7 Item No. 15

CITY OF TEMECULA

AGENDA REPORT
TO: City Manager/City Council
FROM: Randi Johl, Director of Legislative Affairs/City Clerk DATE: June 9, 2026
SUBJECT: Approve Revised Council Protocol Manual Policy No. 6 Related to Public Participation at Council Meetings to Include SB 707 Specific Requirements PREPARED BY: Randi Johl, Director of Legislative Affairs/City Clerk RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve the revised Council Protocol Manual Policy No. 6 related to public participation at Council meetings to include SB 707 specific requirements, including a policy for internet service and telephonic service disruption and legislative body reasonable accommodation for remote participation at meetings subject to the Brown Act.

BACKGROUND: On July 14, 2020, the City Council approved the creation of a City Council Protocol Manual ("Manual"). On July 13, 2021, the City Council approved the general policy content of the Manual. The Council adopted its first five policies on September 28, 2021 and subsequent policies in 2023 and 2024. As of October 22, 2024 the Manual consists of 19 policies. The Manual was restated and adopted in January 2025 and January 2026 without changes.

Now, there is a need to update Council Policy No. 6 due to the passage of Senate Bill (SB) 707.

Signed into law in October 2025, the legislation changes how eligible public agencies conduct open meetings to improve accessibility, language access, and remote participation. Under SB 707, certain rules regarding language access, captioning, and teleconferencing took effect January 1, 2026. By July 1, 2026, additional requirements for 2-way telephonic or audiovisual participation and formal policies for technology -related disruptions and reasonable accommodation for the legislative body to participate remotely at meetings must be effective. The attached revised policy includes these requirements. SB 707 policies are noted on pages 7-12.

It is recommended that the City Council approve the revised Council Protocol Manual Policy No. 6 related to public participation at Council meetings to include SB 707 specific requirements.

FISCAL IMPACT: None
ATTACHMENTS: Revised Council Protocol Manual Policy No. 6

CITY OF TEMECULA

CITY COUNCIL POLICY
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Public Participation at Meetings and SIB 707
Policy No.:
6 Approved:

September 28, 2021
Revised:

TBD
PURPOSE:

The purpose of this City Council policy is to ensure that the community can formally address their local representatives in a public meeting regarding matters that relate to Council business or citizen concerns within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council.

POLICY:

The policy of the City Council with respect to the subject matter listed in the above -referenced title is as follows:

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN COUNCIL MEETINGS
Audience Decorum. Members of the audience have the right to express their views about items on the agenda or issues within the jurisdiction of the City subject to the time, place and manner rules described in this Policy. Actions expressing the views of members of the public, such as clapping, whistling; stomping; sign waving are permitted as free speech so long as the actions do not disturb, disrupt, or otherwise impede the orderly conduct of the meeting. The Council expects persons speaking at City Council meetings to do so in a civil manner that promotes the free exchange of ideas and encourages public participation.

Request to Speak Form. Members of the public may address the City Council during Public Comments and before consideration of any agenda item; however, no person shall address the Council without first being recognized by the Mayor. Any person wishing to speak, whether during Public Comments, Consent Calendar, or on an agenda item, shall first complete a Public Comment or Request to Speak form and submit this form to the City Clerk or Deputy City Clerk before the Mayor calls for Public Comments or calls the particular agenda item. A speaker is not required to list his or her name and address, but doing so does helps the Council and staff to provide follow-up information to the speaker if needed. Speakers shall be called in the order their Request to Speak form is received by the City Clerk or Deputy City Clerk.

Speak Only Once. Second opportunities for the public to speak on the same issue will not be permitted unless mandated by state or local law.

Addressing the Council. Comment and testimony shall be directed to the Council through the Mayor.

Dialogue between and inquiries from citizens at the podium and individual Council Members, members

of staff, or the seated audience is not permitted. Council Members seeking to clarify testimony or gain additional information should direct their questions through the Mayor.

PUBLIC COMMENTS TO CITY COUNCIL
Non -Agenda Items and Consent Calendar. The public has right to comment on matters within the jurisdiction of the Citythat are not listed on the agenda as provided in this Policy. The agenda shall provide for such public comments. Public Comments will be heard at the meeting in the manner noted on the agenda. A maximum of thirty (30) minutes shall be allowed for such public comments. A member of the public who wishes to speak under Public Comments may fill out a Public Comment Request to Speak form and submit it to the City Clerk or Deputy City Clerk before the Mayor calls for Public Comments. Persons may speak under Public Comments for three (3) minutes. Deferral of one speaker's time to another is not permitted.

State law prohibits the City Council from taking action on any item not listed on the agenda unless the Council makes a determination that an emergency exists or that the need to take immediate action on the item arose subsequent to the final posting of the agenda. Council Members or staff members may provide brief response to comments, ask brief questions of the speaker, refer the speaker to staff or another agency, or request that the matter be placed on an agenda in a manner that is consistent with the City Council policy for the placement of items on a future agenda. Council Member or staff responses shall not exceed three (3) minutes each.

Consent Calendar Items. Members of the public who wish to speak on a Consent Calendar item will be allowed to speak for a maximum period of 30 minutes prior to the consideration of the Consent Calendar.

Persons may speak on Consent Calendar items for three (3) minutes each. Deferral of one speaker's time to another is not permitted.

Agenda Items. The public has a right to comment on agenda items. A member of the public who wishes to speak on an agenda item may fill out a Request to Speak form and submit it to the City Clerk or Deputy City Clerk before the Mayor calls the agenda item. Subject to the special provisions discussed below for Public Hearings, persons may speak about an agenda item for a maximum of five (5) minutes. Deferral of one speaker's time to another is not permitted. In the event there is a large number of speakers, the Mayor may reduce the maximum time limit for members of the public to speak on the item.

Disruptive Behavior Prohibited at Council Meetings (In -Person Participation). The Council expects persons speaking at the City Council meeting to do so in a civil manner that promotes the free exchange of ideas and encourages public participation. Any person who engages in behavior that actually disrupts, disturbs or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of any City Council meeting shall, upon an order by the Mayor, or the presiding officer, or a majority of the City Council, be barred from further audience before the City Council during that meeting.

Examples of disruptive behavior. Examples of behavior that can actually disrupt, disturb, or otherwise impede the orderly conduct of a City Council meeting include, but are not limited to, the following:
(1) Speaking without being recognized by the Mayor or the presiding officer. 2 (2) Continuing to speak after the allotted time has expired. (3) Speaking on an item at a time not designated for discussion by the public of that item.
(4) Throwing objects.
(5) Speaking on an issue that is not within the jurisdiction of the City Council. (6) Speaking to the audience rather than to the City Council. (7) Interrupting a person who is speaking to the City Council during such person's allotted time.
(8) Preventing a person from speaking to the City Council during such time as is allocated for comments from the public.
(9) Wearing of a mask, costume, disguise or other regalia or paraphernalia that actually disrupts, disturbs or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of the City Council meeting.
(10) Uttering loud, threatening, or abusive language that actually disrupts, disturbs or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of the City Council meeting. (11) Clapping, whistling, stomping feet, and sign waving that actually disrupts, disturbs or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of the City Council meeting.

Enforcement. The rules of conduct for City Council meetings set forth in this section shall be enforced in the following manner:
(1) Warning to desist. Whenever practicable, the Mayor, or the presiding officer, or a majority of the City Council shall give a warning to a person whose behavior is actually disrupting, disturbing or otherwise impeding the orderly conduct of a City Council meeting. The warning shall identify the disruptive behavior and the manner in which the person must comply. A warning shall not be necessary when it would not be effective due to extraordinary circumstances. Examples of extraordinary circumstances in which no warning is required include situations in which a warning would be difficult to hear over the noise of the disturbance; situations involving an immediate threat to public safety such as the throwing of objects or the display of a weapon; and situations involving a person who has been warned about the same type of disruptive behavior at a City Council meeting held within the prior thirty (30) calendar days.
(2) Recess. If, after receiving a request from the Mayor, the person persists in violating the rules, the Mayor may order a recess. Any representative of law enforcement who is present at the meeting when the violation occurs shall be authorized to warn the person that his or her conduct is violating the rules and that he or she is requested to cease such conduct.
(3) Order barring person from meeting. The Mayor, or the presiding officer, or a majority of the City Council may issue an order barring a person from the remainder of a City Council meeting if such person was warned at that City Council meeting about disruptive behavior and such person again engages in behavior that actually disrupts, disturbs or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of the meeting. Additionally, the Mayor, or the presiding officer, or a majority of the City Council may issue an order barring a person from the remainder of a City Council meeting without a warning if there are 3 extraordinary circumstances and the person engages in behavior that actually disrupts, disturbs or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of the meeting. (4) Removal. If a person barred from the remainder of a City Council meeting does not voluntarily exit the Council chambers, the Mayor, or the presiding officer, or a City Council majority may direct the Sergeant -at -arms to remove that person from the Council chambers and exclude that person for the remainder of that meeting.
(5) Clearing the Room. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.9, in the event that any meeting is willfully interrupted by a person or groups of persons so as to disrupt, disturb or otherwise impede the orderly conduct of such meeting and order cannot be restored by the removal of the individuals who are willfully interrupting the meeting, City Council may order that the meeting room may be ordered cleared and the meeting shall continue in session. The motion to clear the room shall be by a vote not less than three members of the City Council in favor. Only matters appearing on the agenda may be considered in such a session. Representatives of the press or other news media, except those participating in the disturbance, shall be allowed to attend any session held pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.9. (6) Violation of the California Penal Code. A person or persons who substantially impairs the conduct of a City Council meeting by knowingly and intentionally violating these rules of decorum may be prosecuted under Penal Code Section 403 for disturbing a public meeting. Every person who violates Penal Code Section 403 is guilty of a misdemeanor.

Unlawful behavior. The following conduct shall be unlawful:
(1) Engaging in behavior that actually disrupts, disturbs or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of a City Council meeting after receiving a warning at that meeting from the Mayor, or the presiding officer, or a City Council Member. (2) Refusing to leave the Council chambers after being barred for the remainder of a City Council meeting by the Mayor, or the presiding officer, or a City Council majority.
(3) Returning to the Council chambers before the conclusion of a City Council meeting after being barred for the remainder of that meeting by the Mayor, or the presiding officer, or a City Council majority.

Sergeant -at -arms. The Sheriff, or such members of the Sheriff's Department as he or she may designate, shall attend each Council meeting and shall be Sergeant -at -arms of the City Council unless otherwise directed by the City Manager. The Sergeant -at -arms shall carry out all lawful orders given by the Mayor, or the presiding officer, or a majority of the City Council for the purpose of maintaining order at City Council meetings. The Sergeant -at -arms shall have the authority and power to enforce the orders of the Mayor, or the presiding officer, or a majority of the City Council relating to the order and conduct of City Council meetings. Any Council Member may move to require the Mayor, or presiding officer, to enforce the rules of conduct and a majority vote of the Council shall require him or her to do so.
4 Motion to Enforce. If the Mayor fails to enforce the rules of decorum set forth herein, any Council Member may move to require the Mayor to do so, and an affirmative vote of three members of the Council shall require the Mayor to do so. If the Mayor fails to carry out the will of the majority of the Council in this matter, the Council by an affirmative vote of three Council Members may designate another Council Member to act as Mayor for the limited purpose of enforcing the rules of decorum established herein for that meeting.

Disruptive Behavior Prohibited at Council Meetings (Online Participation). Any person who engages in conduct that actually disrupts, disturbs, or otherwise impedes the orderly conduct of a City Council meeting conducted via an online platform may, upon order of the Mayor, presiding officer, or a majority of the City Council, be removed or barred from further participation during that meeting.

Examples of disruptive behavior. Disruptive behavior in an online setting includes, but is not limited to:

1. Speaking without being recognized or unmuting without authorization

2. Continuing to speak after allotted time has expired

3. Attempting to speak outside the designated public comment period

4. Interrupting another speaker (e.g., unmuting, talking over, or using audio features to interfere)

5. Posting repetitive, irrelevant, or disruptive comments in chat functions

6. Using offensive, threatening, or abusive language via audio, video, or chat

7. Displaying visual content (backgrounds, images, signs, or video) that disrupts the meeting

8. Using sound effects, music, or artificial noise to interrupt proceedings

9. Impersonating another participant or providing false identification

10. Engaging in conduct that interferes with another person's ability to participate

11. Repeatedly reconnecting after removal to continue disruptive conduct Enforcement Procedures - The rules of conduct for City Council meetings set forth in this section shall be enforced in the following manner:

Warning to Desist - Whenever practicable, the Mayor or presiding officer shall issue a warning identifying the disruptive conduct and the corrective action required. A warning is not required in extraordinary circumstances, including immediate threats to safety or system integrity or conduct that cannot be controlled through warning (e.g., rapid repeated disruptions).

Technical Moderation Measures - The presiding officer or authorized staff may take immediate action, including muting the participant, disabling video, restricting chat access, and/or placing participant in a virtual waiting room.

Removal from Meeting - A participant may be removed from the online meeting if (a) they continue disruptive conduct after a warning, or (b) extraordinary circumstances justify immediate removal.
5 Recess or Termination of Remote Participation - If disruption cannot be controlled the Mayor may call a recess and temporarily suspend online participation during the recess.

Continuation of Meeting - If a meeting is willfully interrupted and cannot be restored through removal of individuals, the Council may take other lawful steps consistent with open meeting laws.

Unlawful Conduct - The following conduct is unlawful and violations may be subject to enforcement under applicable law, including provisions analogous to those governing disturbance of public meetings:

1. Continuing disruptive behavior after receiving a warning

2. Re-entering a meeting after being removed or barred

3. Using technological means to intentionally impair the conduct of the meeting Authority of Staff and Moderators - City staff designated as meeting moderators shall carry out lawful orders of the Mayor or presiding officer, operate platform controls to maintain order, and remove or restrict participants as directed.

Motion to Enforce - If the presiding officer fails to enforce these rules, any Council Member may move to require enforcement and a majority vote shall compel enforcement action.

PUBLIC HEARINGS
Process and Procedures. The City Council conducts Public Hearings on applications, projects, and other matters as required to provide due process of law. The following outlines the process under which Public Hearings will be conducted. Staff will review the application/project/matter, will prepare a staff report, and may make a recommendation or propose alternatives to the City Council prior to the Public Hearing.

A notice of the Public Hearing shall be posted, published, and mailed as required by law and the Temecula Municipal Code. The members of the City Council will receive the staff report for the application/project/matter in the agenda packet prior to the meeting. This provides the Council with an opportunity to study the staff report, which will become part of the hearing record, and to become familiar with the project prior to the Public Hearing. When the Public Hearing is called, staff shall summarize the application/project/matter as contained in the staff report or request a continuance to a future meeting. The City Council may ask questions for clarification. Once the Public Hearing is opened, the applicant/property owner and the appellant is entitled to present the application/project/matter in person or through a representative. Following this presentation, members of the public shall be called upon to speak on the application/project/matter in the order their Request to Speak forms are received by the City Clerk or Deputy City Clerk. Once the members of the public have spoken, the applicant/property owner and the appellant shall be provided an opportunity to rebut any testimony or evidence provided by opponents or by staff. The rebuttal shall be limited to answering or refuting testimony of the public or staff. Following each presentation, members of the City Council may question the speakers. Following rebuttal, the item is then before the City Council for discussion and clarification.

When all parties have been heard and there are no additional requests to speak, the Mayor may close the Public Hearing and any member of the Council may make a motion to:
6 (1) Reopen the Public Hearing and continue it to a date certain to allow for further study or discussion; or
(2) Adopt the resolution or ordinance for approval or denial of the project, with or without changes, as recommended in the Staff Report; or (3) Direct Staff to prepare a different resolution or ordinance than the one recommended for adoption on the Consent Calendar at the next regular meeting of the City Council.

The applicant may withdraw the application/project/matter at any time before a vote is taken by the City Council. An appellant may withdraw its appeal at any time prior to the opening of the public hearing.

Speaker Time Limits for Public Hearings
At Public Hearings involving land use matters the property owner or the applicant/property owner has the burden of proof and, therefore, shall be allowed fifteen (15) minutes for an initial presentation by its development team and an additional ten (10) minutes for rebuttal by its development team following the other comments on the matter. The Mayor may allow more time if required to provide due process for the property owner or applicant. An appellant, other than the property owner or applicant, and the spokesperson for an organized group of residents residing within the noticed area of the property which is the subject of the Public Hearing, shall be allowed fifteen (15) minutes to present the appellant's position to the Council. The Mayor may allow more time if required to provide due process for the appellant. All other members of the public may speak during the Public Hearing for a maximum period five (5) minutes each. Deferral of one speaker's time to another is not permitted. In the event there is a large number of speakers, the Mayor may reduce the maximum time limit for members of the public to speak.

Policy Applicable to All Public Meetings of the City. The above -referenced public participation standards of this Policy shall apply to all public meetings of the City including City Council and all commissions, boards and committees of the City.

POLICIES SPECIFIC TO SB 707 (LEGISLATIVE YEAR 2025-2026)

INTERNET SERVICE AND TELEPHONIC SERVICE DISRUPTION POLICY Background
The Ralph M. Brown Act, commonly known as the "Brown Act," is California's "sunshine" law for local government. The Brown Act is found in the California Government Code commencing with Government Code Section 54950.1 In 2025, the California Legislature passed Senate Bill 707 ("SB 707"), which was signed into law on October 3, 2025 and is effective January 1, 2026. SB 707 enacted an extensive modernization of the Brown Act.

All section references are to the California Government Code. 7 SB 707 adds a new Section 54953.4 that requires specific actions be taken by an "eligible legislative body' to make meetings more accessible to the public. An "eligible legislative body" is defined in Section 54953.4(e)(2) and as applied to the City of Temecula, the City Council is an eligible legislative body.

Starting on July 1, 2026, public meetings held by an eligible legislative body are required to include an opportunity for members of the public to attend via a two-way telephonic service or a two-way audiovisual platform (such as Zoom), commonly referred to as a "hybrid meeting." The only exception is if adequate telephonic or internet service is not operational at the meeting location.

In conjunction with hybrid meetings, SB 707 requires the City Council on or before July 1, 2026, approve a policy regarding the disruption of telephonic or internet services occurring during the meeting. The adoption of such policy must occur at a noticed public meeting of the City Council in open session and not as an item on the consent calendar.

The purpose of this policy is to adopt the "Internet Service and Telephonic Service Disruption Policy" in the manner and content required by Section 54953.4(b)(1)(A)(i)(1) and (II).

1. Designation of Responsible Person of the City's Two -Way Audiovisual Platform or Two -Way Telephonic Service: The City Manager or his or her designee shall identify a City employee or vendor who is responsible for operating the two-way audiovisual platform or two-way telephonic service, referred to herein as the "Hybrid Platform", at noticed public meetings of the City Council ("Responsible Person"). Typically, the Responsible Person handles the operation of the microphones, cameras and other audio visual equipment and/or telephonic or voice equipment during City Council meetings and ensures that the Hybrid Platform has connectivity so that the meeting is displayed, both visually and with audio, in the case of an audiovisual platform such as Zoom or Teams, or telephonically if a telephonic system is utilized.

2. Role of the City Clerk. The City Clerk is the person designated at City Council meetings for operating the Hybrid Platform to ensure the recording of the City Council meeting and for interacting with the Hybrid Platform to receive and record public comments.

The City Clerk works within the Hybrid Platform as the meeting host to queue speakers who desire to provide public comment, admit speakers into the meeting when it is their turn to speak and thereafter remove said speakers, interact with the speakers as needed, including muting and unmuting speakers, and closes the queue when the public comment period ends. If a telephonic system is used, the City Clerk conducts the same or similar activities. The City Clerk interacts with the Mayor so that speakers who participate virtually or telephonically are called upon by the Mayor to provide their comments.

3. Disruption of the Hybrid Platform - Notification to the Mayor. If the Responsible Person or the City Clerk determines at any time during the City Council meeting that the Hybrid Platform is experiencing technical difficulties such that there is no telephonic or internet service in order for the Hybrid Platform to be operational, or there is a disruption or other technical issue that makes two-way remote participation not possible during the City Council meeting (for example, the City Council meeting is 8 no longer able to be observed or heard by the public via the Hybrid Platform or the public is unable to virtually or telephonically attend the City Council meeting via the Hybrid Platform), the Responsible Person or the City Clerk shall immediately inform the Mayor or the presiding officer if the Mayor is not in attendance at the meeting, that the Hybrid Platform has been disrupted and a recess is required in order to restore service to the Hybrid Platform.

4. Announcement by the Mayor. The Mayor or presiding officer shall make an announcement regarding the need to call a recess because there is a disruption or other technical issue that has rendered the Hybrid Platform non -operational preventing two-way virtual or telephonic remote participation. After such announcement, the Mayor or presiding officer shall call for a recess and inform the in - person audience that under the Brown Act, the recess may last for up to an hour or until the service is restored to the Hybrid Platform. Pursuant to the Brown Act, the City Council is required to recess the open session of the City Council meeting for at least one hour following the disruption, or until telephonic or internet service is restored, whichever is earlier.

5. Recordation of the Time Recess is Called. The City Clerk shall physically in writing record the time when the recess is called by the Mayor or the presiding officer if the Mayor is not in attendance at the meeting.

6. Good Faith Attempt to Restore Service to the Hybrid Platform. During the recess, the Responsible Person and/or the City Clerk and any other member of City Staff shall make a good faith attempt to restore service to the Hybrid Platform. This includes troubleshooting any issues impacting connectivity including but not limited to the following: internet or telephonic connectivity issues (for example, check the connection, check the connection speed, test the internet bandwidth, contact the internet or telephonic provider, etc.), or audio or video quality concerns or webcam and audio issues (check settings of equipment and/or Hybrid Platform, check connections and cables, check app permissions (if applicable), ensure webcams or other cameras not blocked, adjust camera settings, test of audio, reinstall app or program (if applicable) etc.).

7. Troubleshooting Hybrid Platform is Successful. If the Responsible Person, City Clerk, or any other member of City Staff is successful in restoring the service to the Hybrid Platform within one hour of when the recess was called, the City Clerk shall inform the Mayor or presiding officer that the matter has been resolved. The Mayor or presiding officer shall then reconvene the City Council meeting and shall inform the public that service has been restored to the Hybrid Platform. The City Clerk shall physically in writing record the time of when the City Council meeting is reconvened.

8. Troubleshooting Hybrid Platform is Not Successful. If the Responsible Person, City Clerk, or any other member of City Staff was not successful in restoring the service to the Hybrid Platform within one hour of when the recess was called, the City Clerk shall inform the Mayor or presiding officer that after making a good faith attempt to restore 0 service, service to the Hybrid Platform was unable to be restored. The City Clerk shall give a description of the efforts made to restore service. The City Clerk shall physically in writing record the time of when the City Council meeting is reconvened.

9. Reconvening the Open Session of the City Council Meeting. The Mayor or presiding officer shall subsequently reconvene the City Council meeting. Upon reconvening the meeting, the Mayor or presiding officer shall inform the City Council and the public that services to the Hybrid Platform were unable to be restored and the Mayor or presiding officer shall request that a finding be made as follows: (i) that good faith efforts to restore the telephonic or internet service have been made in accordance with the City's Internet Service and Telephonic Service Disruption Policy; and (ii) that the public interest in continuing the meeting outweighs the public interest in remote public access. The Mayor or presiding officer shall call for a motion, ask for a second and ask the City Clerk to take a roll call vote. If the motion making the finding is passed, the City Council may continue the City Council meeting.

10. Certain Meetings Exempt. The requirement set forth in Government Code Section 54953.4 that open and public meetings shall include an opportunity for members of the public to attend the City Council meeting via a two-way remote system (either telephonically or via an audiovisual platform), does not apply to the following meetings: (i) a meeting to attend a judicial or administrative proceeding to which the City is a party; (ii) a meeting to inspect real or personal property provided that the topic of the meeting is limited to items directly related to the real or personal property; (iii) a meeting with elected or appointed officials of the United States or the State of California, solely to discuss a legislative or regulatory issue affecting the city and over which the federal or state officials have jurisdiction; (iv) a meeting in or nearby a facility owned by the City, provided that the topic of the meeting is limited to items directly related to the facility; and (v) a meeting in an emergency situation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.5.

11. Closed Session During a Recess. During the recess described herein, the City Council may meet in closed session during this period for items listed in the closed session agenda for that meeting.

LEGISLATIVE BODY REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION POLICY FOR REMOTE PARTICIPATION AT

MEETINGS SUBJECT TO THE BROWN ACT
Background and Purpose:

The Ralph M. Brown Act, commonly known as the "Brown Act," is California's "sunshine" law for local government. The Brown Act is found in the California Government Code commencing with Section 54950.

In 2025, the California Legislature passed Senate Bill 707 ("SB 707"), which was signed into law on October 3, 2025 and is effective January 1, 2026. SB 707 enacted an extensive modernization of the Brown Act.

SB 707 updates Section 54953 of the Brown Act to allow for members of legislative bodies with disabilities to participate in meetings remotely as a reasonable accommodation. (See, Government Code Section 54953(c)). If such an accommodation is granted under this new provision, remote participation due to a 10 disability will be treated as in -person attendance at the physical meeting location for all purposes, including reaching a quorum. The traditional teleconference requirements of posting the address of the teleconference location and allowing public participation from the teleconference location will not apply.

The purpose of this policy is to ensure compliance with the Brown Act and to provide a written procedure for receiving and swiftly resolving reasonable accommodation requests for members of the City of City of Temecula legislative bodies, consistent with the federal Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C.

Sec. 12132), and resolving any doubt in favor of accessibility. The purpose is to enable participation in legislative body meetings through remote participation for a qualifying individual whose disability precludes their in -person attendance at a meeting of their legislative body. As set forth in California Attorney General Opinion No. 23-1002, which addressed the applicability of the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA") to meetings subject to the Brown Act, the opinion stated that not every disability necessitates remote participation, because not every disability precludes in -person attendance; therefore, a fact intensive, individualized, case -by -case inquiry is required when considering remote participation as a reasonable accommodation.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation:

Definitions. As used in this policy, a member of a legislative body means any individual who is a member of the Temecula City Council or a member of any commission of the City of Temecula, whose meetings are subject to the Brown Act. and shall be referred to herein as "Member." Procedure. A Member who desires to attend meetings remotely because of a qualified disability shall make an accommodation request in writing to the City's Director of Human Resources ("Director"). The request should include a written statement that the Member requires remote participation under this this Policy because of their disability. You are not required to disclose the particular disability. The request shall be made at least three weeks before the meeting for which the Member first seeks accommodation. If the City maintains a "Reasonable Accommodation Form," the request shall be made on such form.

Interactive Process. The Director is authorized to make reasonable inquiries about the Member's need for accommodation, to conduct the necessary case -by -case inquiry into the request and to accommodate a qualifying disability, consistent with applicable law. The City may require additional information, such as a medical provider's certification of the existence of a qualifying disability and the need for the accommodation to attend remotely. The City may not ask the Member or their medical provider to disclose a specific diagnosis. The Director will inform the Member, the City Manager and the City Clerk of the decision on the request for reasonable accommodation in writing.

An approved reasonable accommodation for remote access attendance at public meetings shall be in effect for the period of time that the Member's disabling condition continues, and the decision of the Director shall reflect this determination.

Confidentiality. All information regarding a Member's claimed disability or medical information must be kept confidential and maintained in a separate medical file by the Director. Such information may be disclosed in limited circumstances, such as to first aid and safety personnel, when appropriate, to government officials investigating compliance with the ADA, or to City staff trained on and entrusted with 11 the handling of confidential medical information, if such disclosure is necessary to effectuate the reasonable accommodation.

Member's Responsibilities Under the Brown Act. If the accommodation for remote participation is granted, the Member is required to comply with the applicable provisions of Government Code Section 54953(c) as follows:

1. The Member shall participate through both audio and visual technology, except that any Member with a disability, as defined by California Government Code Section 12926 and used in Section 12926.1, or by Section 12102 of Title 42 of the United States Code, may participate only through audio technology if a physical condition related to their disability results in a need to participate off camera.

2. The Member shall disclose at the meeting before any action is taken, whether any other individuals 18 years of age or older are present in the room at the remote location with the member, and the general nature of the Member's relationship with any of those individuals. 12 Item No. 16

CITY OF TEMECULA

AGENDA REPORT
TO: City Manager/City Council
FROM: Erica Russo, Director of Community Services
DATE: June 9, 2026
SUBJECT: Approve Resolution Setting Recommended Fees for Chapel of Memories and Approve Name Change (At the Request of Subcommittee Members Schwank and Stewart)
PREPARED BY: Dawn Adamiak, Assistant Director of Community Services RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve the name change from Chapel of Memories to Old Town Temecula Chapel and adopt a resolution entitled:

RESOLUTION NO.

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

TEMECULA APPROVING A FEE SCHEDULE SETTING THE

FEES FOR RENTALS OF THE CHAPEL OF MEMORIES
BACKGROUND: The Chapel of Memories has been a fixture in Old Town since 1917.

Throughout the years it has been used for weddings, memorial services and lectures. Rentals were previously managed by Temecula Valley Inc., a local nonprofit, until late 2024, when the nonprofit disbanded. The Community Services Department has now taken over the rentals of the Chapel and have made modest improvements that further enhance its charm.

On March 24, 2026, the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Subcommittee met to discuss a name change, rental policy and fee schedule for the chapel. Staff proposed to change the name from Chapel of Memories to the Old Town Temecula Chapel. Old Town Temecula Chapel lets residents and visitors immediately know the chapel is a destination within Temecula. The rental policy follows a similar format as other City facilities with the exception of being able to reserve the chapel a year out to accommodate destination weddings. The proposed fees align with the previous rates the nonprofit was charging. The Parks, Recreation and Community Services subcommittee supported the name change, policy and proposed fees and recommends approval.

FISCAL IMPACT: Revenues generated by the proposed fees have been factored into the Fiscal Year 26-27 Annual Operating Budget process.

ATTACHMENTS: Resolution

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF TEMECULA APPROVING A FEE SCHEDULE FOR THE

USE OF THE OLD TOWN TEMECULA CHAPEL

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMECULA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The resolution is adopted in recognition of the following facts and circumstances:

A. The City of Temecula desires to affordable rental spaces for the community and visitors to Temecula.

B. The Old Town Temecula Chapel has received modest improvements that further enhance its charm as a wedding venue
C. It is necessary to establish fees to help defray costs associated with providing the required utilities, facility maintenance and rental costs; and the fees do not exceed the actual costs of providing these services and facilities.

Section 2. The City Council hereby adopts the Fee Schedule for Old Town Temecula Chapel Fee Schedule, attached hereto as Exhibit "A"
Section 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of the Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Temecula this 9th day of June, 2026.

Jessica Alexander, Mayor
ATTEST:

Randi Johl, City Clerk
[SEAL]

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE ) ss

CITY OF TEMECULA )
I, Randi Johl, City Clerk of the City of Temecula, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026- was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of Temecula at a meeting thereof held on the 9th day of June, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Randi Johl, City Clerk

EXHIBIT A

FEE SCHEDULE

CITY OF TEMECULA

COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Old Town Temecula Chapel
Temecula Resident
Non -Resident
Chapel (3 hr. rental)
$500/flat fee
$800/flat fee
Additional hours (5 max.)
$125/hr.
$150/hr.

Patio/Kitchen (add on fee)
$300
$300
Security Deposit (refundable)
$300
$300
Reservations
• Reservations must be a minimum of (3) hours in length and can be no longer than (8) hours in total.
• Reservations can be made (12) months in advance, and any individual or group can only reserve facility one time in a 9( 0) day period.
• Rental time must include set-up and teardown time on application.

Rental Fees:
• A $300 refundable security deposit is required for all reservations. • All rental fees including the Security Deposit must be PAID IN FULL at time of reservation. • Security Deposit is refundable and will be returned within (14) days of event if facility is left in good condition and event concludes on time.
• Hourly rental fee includes all tables and chairs.
• All rental fees can be paid online using a credit card.

Vendors:
• All Vendors (caterers, DJ, photo booth, etc.) must be pre -approved and will be required to provide liability insurance listing the City of Temecula as the certificate holder and additional insured.

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• (10) Business days' notice is required for cancellations, and a $100 cancellation fee will be assessed. Cancellations made within (10) business days of rental date will result in forfeit of ALL rental fees paid.
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CITY OF TEMECULA

AGENDA REPORT
TO: City Manager/City Council
FROM: Ron Moreno, Director of Public Works/City Engineer DATE: June 9, 2026
SUBJECT: Public Works Department Monthly Report
RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file the Public Works Department Monthly Report for Capital Improvement Projects, Maintenance Projects, and Land Development Projects. This report may also be viewed on the City's website at:
http://temeculaca.gov/270/Cqpital-Improvement-Projects-CIP

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

CIRCULATION PROJECTS
Diaz Road Expansion, PW17-25
Description Improve Diaz Road to meet the roadway classification of Major Arterial (4 Lanes Divided), between Cherry Street and Rancho California Road. The 2.2-mile stretch will be widened, extended, and/or improved to create a contiguous Major Arterial segment. The project will be developed and constructed in two phases.

Phase 1 will include improvements on Diaz Road from Winchester Road to Rancho California Road. Phase 2 will include improvements to Diaz Road from Cherry Street to Winchester Road.

Cost: $17,050,991
Status: The environmental Initial Study has been approved, Mitigated Negative Declaration adopted, and Notice of Determination filed in May 2022. Design is 60% complete. Regulatory permit applications must be resubmitted for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 404 Nationwide Permit and California Department of Fish and Wildlife Services (CDFW) Streambed Alteration 1602 due to the change in scope of the Murrietta Creek Phase 2B Project, headed by ACOE and Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (RCFC&WCD). Current activities include design coordination with utility purveyors (SCE, RCWD, and EMWD) and City project PW16-05 Murrieta Creek Bridge at Overland Drive, and RCFC&WCD of regulatory permit applications for SWRCB 401 Water Quality Certification and USACE Section 408. Staff is evaluating mitigation options for Temecula Creek to comply with regulatory permits.

Construction previously anticipated to start in Spring of 2024 is now delayed to late 2027 due to coordination with USACE and RCFC&WCD on their Murrietta Creek Phase 2B Project, and the federal Funding of $2M added to the project for the Federal 26/27 fiscal year. Federal Funding requires completion of certain environmental documentation, such as under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), prior to project construction, which is anticipated to take approximately 1 year to complete once funding is authorized.

French Valley Parkway/Interstate 15 Improvements - Phase II, PW16-01 Description: Design and construction of the two-lane northbound collector/distributer road system beginning north of the Winchester Road interchange on -ramps and ending just north of the Interstate 15/Interstate 215 junction with connection to Interstate 15 and Interstate 215. Project close out is in progress.

Cost: $139,751,346
Status: The project was opened for public use on April 28, 2025. For detailed information, please visit the project website at TemeculaCA.aov/FVP2.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026
CIRCULATION PROJECTS (Continued)
French Valley Parkway/Interstate 15 Improvements - Phase III, PW19-03 Description: Design and construction of the full -width French Valley Parkway from Jefferson Avenue to Ynez Road, including the bridge overcrossing of Interstate 15 and the northbound on -ramps.

Cost: $74,430,000
Status: Design, environmental, and right-of-way activities started in April 2025 and are expected to be complete in March 2029.

Murrieta Creek Bridge at Overland Drive, PW16-05
Description: Design and construction of a new bridge crossing over Murrieta Creek between Rancho California Road and Winchester Road.

Cost: $31,944,641
Status: Design plans are 90% complete. The project has received MSHCP conformance. NEPA approval was achieved in October 2023. CEQA was approved in February 2024. Construction start is anticipated in Summer 2027, depending on the availability of HBP funds. Staff continue to work with Caltrans to advance HBP funds to earlier fiscal years to meet the project schedule. Also, additional coordination with ACOE and RCFC is required, as Murrietta Creek Phase 2B will likely be under construction concurrently with this project. As of May 2024, Caltrans has authorized full funding for PE and ROW Phases, so all preconstruction activities are currently authorized for HBP funds. ROW phase has started and is anticipated to be completed by Summer 2027. On January 27, 2026, the City Council authorized the project to proceed with ROW negotiations with RCFC&WCD.

Overland Drive Widening, PW20-11
Description: This project includes widening Overland Drive from Jefferson Avenue to Commerce Center Drive to two lanes in each direction, and the completion of missing segments of sidewalk, streetlights, and the installation of the traffic signal at Commerce Center Drive and the modification of the traffic signal at Jefferson Avenue.

Cost: $6,857,804
Status: On July 3, 2024, the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) started the 30-day public notice for comments. It was completed on August 2, 2024. Design is in progress. The City consultant and staff are working on the project's right-of-way requirements and temporary construction easements.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026
CIRCULATION PROJECTS (Continued)
Rancho California Road Median Improvements, PW23-04
Description: Design and construction of missing raised concrete medians with landscaping between Humber Drive and Butterfield Stage Road. Additionally, there will also be construction of missing improvements on the north side of Rancho California Road, between Riesling Court and Promenade Chardonnay Hills. The improvements will include median curbs, curb and gutter, sidewalks, and landscape and irrigation.

Cost: $5,458,000
Status: Design on hold at 90% because of deficiency in construction funds.

Ynez Road Improvements — Phase I, PW23-02
Description: This project includes widening the easterly side of Ynez Road, from Rancho Vista Road north roughly 1600 feet, to two lanes in each direction, and the completion of missing segments of curb and gutter, sidewalk, and striped medians, in coordination with adjacent development.

Cost: $4,518,787
Status: The project is currently in design, environmental, and right-of-way clearance. The Notice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) was posted on December 10, 2025. The corresponding public review comment period also commenced on December 10, 2025, and concluded on January 9, 2026. The MND was adopted on January 27, 2026.

De Portola Road/Jedediah Smith Road Roundabout Project, PW23-01 Description: This project includes the design and construction of a roundabout on Ynez/De Portola Road at the intersection of Jedediah Smith Road. The improvements include the construction of a raised traffic circle with a desert -style hardscape.

Cost: $4,469,000
Status: This project is currently in design, environmental, and right-of-way clearance. Design completion anticipated early 2026.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026
CIRCULATION PROJECTS (Continued)
La Paz Road Roundabout Reconstruction, PW25-04
Description: Redesign and reconstruction of the existing roundabout on Ynez Road at the intersection of La Paz Road.

The improvements include reconstructing the raised traffic circle, entry medians, landscaping, lighting, and the overall alignment of the existing roundabout.

Cost: $3,000,000
Status: The project is currently in design. Construction is anticipated to begin late 2026.

Citywide Slurry Seal, PW25-06
Description: Slurry Seal the following communities: Villages, Rancho Del Sol, Verano, Rancho Solano, Costain Signet, Avendale, Barclay Estates, Woodcrest Country, Ridgeview, and Promenade at Temecula.

Cost: $1,800,000
Status: Contract work was substantially completed on March 26, 2026.

Mercedes Street Sidewalk, PW25-09
Description: This project will construct the missing segment of sidewalk on the west side of Mercedes Street between Main Street and a point approximately 160' south of 3rd Street. The project will also construct crosswalks at 3rd Street and a potential mid -block crosswalk connecting the southern limit of the project to the parking structure.

Cost: $2,400,000
Status: New Project. Design began in December 2025. Once the design is complete, including coordination with private properties, bids for construction will be requested, and construction will follow. The total design and construction budget is estimated to exceed $2M, depending on bids.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS
Pauba Road Pavement Rehabilitation
Description: This project will rehabilitate approximately 1.4 centerline miles of roadway along Pauba Road between Margarita Road and Ynez Road, totaling approximately 440,000 square feet of pavement. The roadway rehabilitation will consist of grinding three inches of the existing pavement, followed by placement of three inches of new asphalt concrete materials. The work also includes removal of existing pavement delineation, restriping, and replacement of existing curb ramps with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-compliant curb ramps. This project supports the City's core values, i.e., Transportation, Mobility and Connectivity.

Cost: $2,039,471 (Construction Contract)
Status: The construction contract award has been scheduled for consideration by the City Council at its June 9, 2026, meeting.

Bike and Trail Program — Great Oak Trail Lighting, PW21-16 Description: The project includes the installation of solar lights along the Great Oak Trail adjacent to the northeast side of Pechanga Parkway from Deer Hollow Way to Loma Linda Road.

Cost: $852,808
Status: Staff is working with Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District to obtain an encroachment permit. Plans and specifications are 90% complete. The project is expected to be bid in Summer 2026.

Fire Station 73 Gym/Garage, PW19-13
Description: The project consists of adding a second garage in the rear of the property to park the squad and Urban Search and Rescue (USR) vehicle, along with a gym and storage rooms. The construction is anticipated to be completed in the Fiscal Year 2025/26.

Cost: $5,165,680
Status: The Joint Project Review (JPR) with the Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority (RCA) is ongoing and progressing toward completion, though the review process is taking longer than initially anticipated. Coordination with regulatory agencies will continue once the RCA review is finalized. Project plans and specifications are near completion. Project bidding will follow the conclusion of environmental review activities. The Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority (RCA) has been conducting a Joint Project Review (JPR) for the project since August 6, 2025. Regulatory agencies will have 10 days to conduct their JPR once RCA is complete. The RCA response to latest JPR submittal was submitted in December 2025. Plans and specifications are nearly complete, and bidding is planned to begin in July 2026.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS (Continued)
Fire Station 84 Renovation, PW19-14
Description: This project includes the design, construction, and renovation of Fire Station 84. The renovations include adding a Wellness Room, expanding the Storage Room, and upgrading the Training Room. Also, the upgrades include electrical, windows, flooring, paint, tile, HVAC, cabinets, plumbing fixtures, garage bay doors, and any other necessary improvements to comply with ADA accessibility requirements.

Cost: $3,529,450
Status: Construction started on October 27, 2025. Construction duration is anticipated to take 12 months, through October 16, 2026.

Interstate 15/State Route 79 South Interchange Enhanced Landscaping, PW17-19 Description: Landscape beautification of the Interstate 15 corridor between French Valley Parkway and Temecula Parkway, including each interchange, in association with Visit Temecula Valley and the Pechanga Tribe.

This project includes the design and construction of enhanced landscaping, hardscape, and irrigation between the freeway and ramps on the west side of the Interstate 15 / State Route 79S (Temecula Parkway) interchange.

Cost: $3,630,295
Status: Project has entered the Landscape Maintenance phase. The contractor is responsible for maintaining plants for one year until November 2026.

Sidewalks — Citywide (Pauba Road, Elinda Road to Showalter Road), PW19-20 Description: New sidewalks and street widening on the South side of Pauba Road from Elinda Road to Showalter Road.

Cost: $1,257,124
Status: The project is substantially complete. The Notice of Completion has been scheduled for consideration by the City Council at its June 9, 2026, meeting.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS (Continued)
Bike Lane Upgrades - Citywide, PW23-10
Description: This project will install greenback bike lane pavement markings/legends on various bicycle corridors throughout the City.

Cost: $274,500
Status: The construction contract was awarded at the April 28, 2026, City Council meeting. Construction anticipated to begin in June 2026.

Pedestrian Ramp Upgrades - Citywide, PW23-11
Description: This project will install ADA-compliant ramp upgrades at school crossing sites throughout the City.

Cost: $275,000
Status: Construction is largely complete. The contractor is working on minor punch list items.

Traffic Signal - Safety Lights and Signal Communications Upgrade — Citywide, PW23-13 Description: This project will upgrade all traffic signals' safety lights to LED and install communication system upgrades to 42 signals Citywide. Upgraded traffic signal improvements include LED streetlights, signal wiring, vehicle heads, controller cabinets, fiber cable, ethernet switches, wireless radios, and related communication equipment to improve safety and operations with optimized traffic signal timing coordination. Signal timing coordination will be improved along Butterfield Stage Road and Ynez Road corridors.

Cost: $3,255,900
Status: This project is currently in the design phase. Design completion anticipated early 2026.

Traffic Signal Fiber Optic Extension, PW25-01
Description: This project will provide the design and installation of fiber optic communications, including conduit, cable, pull boxes, and related communication equipment for traffic signal operations. Various signalized intersections will be improved along the Margarita Road, Meadows Parkway, Date Street, and Nicolas Road corridors.

Cost: $1,675,000
Status: This project is currently in the design phase. Design completion anticipated June 2026.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS (Continued)
ADA Transition Plan Implementation — CDBG Ramps, PW24-07 Description: Replace approximately 40 curb ramps with ADA-compliant curb ramps. & ramps on Ynez Road and the remainder in the Harveston community.

Cost: $403,660
Status: The City Council authorized the Department of Public Works to re -advertise the construction contract for bid at its May 26, 2026, meeting. Award of the construction contract is anticipated to be considered by the City Council in July 2026.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026

PARKS AND RECREATION PROJECTS
Long Canyon Creek Park Restrooms, PW23-18
Description: This project provides for the design and construction of a new restroom facility at Long Canyon Creek Park that meets current ADA accessibility compliance standards.

Cost: $1,497,930
Status: Construction started on January 26, 2026. Anticipated completion in August 2026.

Ronald Reagan Sports Park Hockey Rink, PW22-06
Description: This project will include the renovation of the existing hockey rink to install new flooring material, arena - style roof structure, bleachers, and various ADA compliance improvements.

Cost: $4,120,406
Status: The project is substantially complete. The hockey rink has been open to the public since 5:00 PM on January 23, 2026. Staff is working on project closeout.

Ronald Reagan Sports Park Skate Park, PW22-07
Description: Remove and replace the existing skate park and install state-of-the-art skate plaza elements.

Cost: $6,110,000
Status: Construction started on January 6, 2026. Anticipated completion in November 2026.

Vail Ranch Park Restrooms, PW23-06
Description: This project provides for the design and construction of a new restroom facility at Vail Ranch Park that meets current ADA accessibility compliance standards.

Cost: $1,392,930
Status: Construction started on January 26, 2026. Anticipated completion in August 2026.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026

LAND DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS

TRACT DEVELOPMENTS
Altair Tract Development
Description/ Location: Construction of approximately 1,750 new residential units and the construction of the Western Bypass (Pu'eska Mountain Parkway) in the western Temecula hills above the Old Town District between Rancho California Road and Temecula Parkway/ State 79 South.

Developer: Brookfield Residential
Status: Currently, precise grading lots and streets for Villages A and B phase 1 on the Northern section of the development, and Villages C1, C2, and C3 phase 2 on the Central section of the development. Maintaining erosion and sediment control measures in the area cleared for Villages phases 3 and 4 on the Southern section of the development. Model construction is underway for Villages A and B. Finalizing sewer tie-in on First Street at Pujol Street within approved road closure. Also, performing road improvements on First Street at Pujol Street and constructing new roundabout West of Pujol Street.

Elderberry Park Tract Development
Description/ Location: Construction of approximately 164 single-family residential homes in the Southeast region of the City, located along Butterfield Stage Road between De Portola Road and Temecula Parkway.

Developer: Taylor Morrison
Status: Currently, precise grading for lots, finalizing storm drain systems. Completing paved interior streets and preparing for the beginning of home production.

Richmond American Homes Tract Development
Description/ Location: Construction of approximately 132 single-family residential homes within three separate parcels in the Northeast region of the City, located along Butterfield Stage Road between Nicolas Road and Murrieta Hot Springs Road.

Developer: Richmond American Homes
Status: Currently, precise grading for lots and streets. Beginning home production. Performing offsite improvements on Nicolas Road West of Butterfield Stage Road.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026

MULTI -FAMILY DEVELOPMENTS
Rendezvous Apartments
Description/ Location: Phase two of the Rendezvous apartment complex is located on the south side of Rancho California Road, west of Cosmic Drive.

Developer: Pacific West Development
Status: Constructing both phase 1 and 2 buildings of the development.

Prado Townhomes
Description/ Location: Construction of 204 multi -family units located in the Northwesterly region of the City along the West side of Ynez Road between County Center Drive and Equity Drive.

Developer: Meritage Homes
Status: Currently, precise grading of lots and streets. Continuing home production.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026

COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENTS
Solana Senior Assisted Living
Description/ Location: Construction of a 49,000 square foot senior assisted living facility located along the East side of Margarita Road between Via La Vida and Solana Way.

Developer: Griffin Living
Status: Project now active. Continuing construction on buildings and interior improvements. Code Enforcement currently monitoring progress.

Apollo Storage
Description/ Location: Construction of a 28,000 square foot storage facility located along Madison Avenue at McCabe Court.

Developer: Avidovich Construction
Status: Constructing buildings and interior streets. Performing road improvements on Madison Avenue.

Lantern Crest
Description/ Location: Construction of a 526,762 square foot, 494-unit independent living community located at the southeast corner of Date Street at Ynez Road.

Developer: M Grant Corporation
Status: Currently rough grading site.

Sanborn Gas Station
Description/ Location: Construction of a 10,000 square foot storefront and gas station at the southeast corner of Sanborn Avenue at Jefferson Avenue.

Developer: Western States Construction
Status: Currently rough grading site.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENTS (Continued)
Amazon Phase II
Description/ Location: Renovation of existing warehouse, parking lot improvements, construction of a new sidewalk and parkway landscape improvements along Diaz Road at Via Montezuma.

Developer: Oltman's Construction
Status: Preparing to pave interior streets and parking lot. Performing street and parkway improvements.

City of Temecula

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS

PROJECT STATUS REPORT
June 9, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE BY OTHERS (DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS)
Nicolas Road/ Calle Girasol Realignment Improvements
Description/ Location: Construction of the realignment and extension of Nicolas Road from Butterfield Stage Road to Joseph Road, including an arch culvert bridge over Santa Gertrudis Creek and a multi -use trail adjacent to the roadway.

Developer: Woodside Homes
Status: Project substantially complete. Nicolas Road and Calle Girasol are now open to traffic. Developer is currently finalizing punch list items.

Murrieta Creek Phase 2B Creek Restoration Project
Description/Location: Drainage improvements and restorations to Murrieta Creek between Via Montezuma to approximately 600 feet South of Rancho California Road.

Developer: US Army Corps of Engineers
Status: Currently performing grading of slopes and construction of storm drain structure improvements.

Preparing to dredge creek and export soil.

EMWD Wine Country Sewer Expansion Project
Description/Location: Construction of sewer expansion improvements for both Northern and Southern Temecula Wine County. A section of the project in City Limits: De Portola Road from Butterfield Stage Road to East City Limits.

Developer: JW Fowler
Status: Currently performing sewer line inspection and leak testing. Preparing to final pave section of De Portola Road.

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Rose Haven Heritage Garden Featured in Video Produced by The Media Lab — Video recounts the history of the Garden and captures the beauty, diversity and serenity of the Rose Haven—
Temecula, CA, June 9, 2026 — Rose Haven Heritage Garden, which is celebrating its 35th Anniversary October 16-18, 2026, is featured in a new video produced by The Media Lab, a film and media school providing vocational skills training to adults with disabilities. Titled "Extending the Legacy of Rose Haven Heritage Garden," the video highlights the many beautiful areas of the Garden and features interviews with founding members of the Temecula Valley Rose Society, including current board member Rebecca Weersing and Virginia Boos.

Recounting the history of the Garden, Weersing and Boos share how the Garden originated and how it has grown over the years. "We started with about 400 rose bushes and 35 years later here we are with a beautiful plot," states Boos. "We are not just roses at Rose Haven," adds Weersing "we have so many different environments within the Garden. Rose Haven is worth your time to come and visit." Also included in the video are Board Members Kathy Trudeau and Scott Rieger, who share their positive experiences in the Garden. Former Board Member Nancy Fitness discusses how the newest addition to the Garden, the Pollinator Garden, features native Southern California native plants that attract native pollinators. Local artist Glenn Turner, who paints in the Garden, states "Artists engage with nature. It's best to have the flowers right in front of you rather than from a photo." Rose Society President Susan Whitten addresses the future of the Garden, stating "Everything you see in the Garden is done by volunteers, so we invite you to get involved. We also need donors, and everything you donate goes to the maintenance of the Garden and helps keep the Garden alive and well."
"We all had a great time working with the Rose Society," commented Patrick Merrill, Community Coordinator with The Media Lab who managed the project and the team of students who produced the video. "So many of our adult students were afforded the opportunity to add this work to their resumes and demo reels," added Merrill. "Not only do our students directly benefit from this partnership, the community now has the chance to really get to know Rose Haven Heritage Garden through this video. We're so

happy to have had a part in crafting this invitation and we hope lots of people feel inspired to become essential participants in the garden's success." About Rose Haven Heritage Garden
Rose Haven Heritage Garden, begun in 1991, is home to nearly 2,000 roses. In addition, the Garden features succulents and xeriscape plant sections, Tree of Life produce garden, Peace and Friendship garden, a labyrinth, a lily pond, gazebo, and pavilion available for rental for weddings and other special events. It's a variety of environments connected by one purpose: An escape from the hustle-bustle of daily life.

Rose Haven Heritage Garden is a member of the American Public Gardens organization and a certified wildlife sanctuary recognized by the National Wildlife Federation in 2011. Visitors are always welcome, and there is ample parking on site.

The Garden, which relies on donations and grants to maintain and enhance this private space for public enjoyment, is open every day of the year from dawn to dusk. Rose Haven is located at 30592 Jedediah Smith Rd., Temecula, at the corner of Cabrillo Avenue and Jedediah Smith Rd.

About The Temecula Valley Rose Society
The Temecula Valley Rose Society is affiliated with the American Rose Society. As a nonprofit, public benefit corporation, our purpose is to encourage the appreciation, study, display and cultivation of roses. The Rose Society endeavors to build community connections through nature, and schedules educational seminars and demonstrations throughout the year for children, families, and gardening enthusiasts. For more information, to donate, or to book an event, visit temeculavalleyrosesociety.org About The Media Lab
The Media Lab is a film and media vocational training program for adults with disabilities located in southeastern Temecula. Established at the end of 2020, they have grown from six students to a current roster of eighty-five, all of whom share a passion for visual arts and storytelling. These adult students are given the opportunity to learn how to write scripts, run cameras, perform, edit, and distribute their work on YouTube and in the community. The Media Lab has also produced video collaborations with The City of Temecula and Murrieta's Cultivating Inclusion program. :vww.themedialab.school Press Contact:

Scott Rieger

Temecula City CouncilJune 9, 2026

Temecula City Council
June 9, 2026