MINUTES
CITY OF WILDOMAR
CITY COUNCIL/CEMETERY DISTRICT
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2024
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
23873 CLINTON KEITH ROAD SUITE 106
WILDOMAR, CA, 92595
Closed Session: 5:30 PM | Regular Session 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER – CLOSED SESSION - 5:30 P.M.
The Regular Closed Session was called to order by Mayor Moore at 5:31 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members in attendance:
Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, and Carlos Marquez Members absent:
Dustin Nigg
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION
1. The City Council will meet in closed session pursuant to the provisions of Government Code section 54956.8 to confer with legal counsel and conference with real property negotiator as follows:
Project: Clinton Keith Street Widening Project (CIP 025) Property: See below
Agency negotiators: Dan York
Negotiating parties: See below
Under negotiation: Instruction regarding price and terms of payment APN | OWNER | ADDRESS
1. 376-410-021 | Damas Clinton Keith LLC | 24850/23980 Catt Road
2. 362-250-027 | Malak Hanna and Amira Girgis | NW corner of Iodine Springs/Clinton Keith
3. 362-250-031 | Angel Realty Investments, LLC | 35980 Iodine Springs Road
4. 362-250-019 | Robert C. Benecke and Sheila Benecke | N side of Clinton Keith at Inland Valley
5. 362-250-025 | Malak Ghobrial Hanna and Joseph Zakhary | N side of Clinton Keith at Inland Valley
6. 362-250-015 | Michael A. Kaner and Jamie P. Kaner | 24500 Catt Road
7. 380-250-002 | Johnson Family Trust | SW corner of Clinton Keith/Inland Valley
8. 380-250-046 | Keith Strata | S side of Clinton Keith at Salida Del Sol
9. 362-150-026 | Mt. San Jacinto Community College District | NE Corner of Clinton Keith/ Salida Del Sol
10. 380-250-004 | SPSSM Investments-LX, LP | 24671 Clinton Keith Road
11. 380-250-005 | Max and Jocelyn Lin | 24675 Clinton Keith Road
12. 380-520-001 | White Sable LLC; Wildomar One LLC | SW corner of Clinton Keith/Elizabeth
13. 380-290-002 | Jay Hariz | 24831 Clinton Keith Road
14. 380-290-008 | Joseph Kasiri Trust | 36030 Jana Lane
15. 380-300-008 | Kenneth and Barbara Thomas | 25041 Clinton Keith Road
16. 362-620-022 | Oakmont II Community Association | N side of Clinton Keith, E of Carrrington St.
17. 362-180-043 | Western Riverside Regional Conservation Agency | N side of Clinton Keith, btwn Carrington St. and Copper Craft Dr.
2. The City Council will meet in closed session pursuant to the provisions of Government code section 54956.9 (d)(1) to confer with legal counsel with regard to the following matter of pending litigation:
American National Property and Casualty Company v. City of Wildomar, et al; Case Number: CVSW2309974 The City Council convened into Closed Session at 5:31 p.m.
RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
The City Council reconvened into open session at 6:00 p.m. with all members present except Councilmember Nigg.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Attorney Jex stated that in regards to item #1 on the closed session agenda, there was not reportable action. In regards to closed session agenda item #2, the City Council voted 4-0 to defend the litigation.
ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION
There being no further business, Mayor Moore adjourned the Closed Session at 6:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER – REGULAR SESSION - 6:00 P.M.
The Regular Meeting of the Wildomar City Council was called to order by Mayor Moore at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members in attendance:
Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, and Carlos Marquez Members absent:
Dustin Nigg
Staff in attendance: City Manager York, City Attorney Jex, City Clerk Morales, Community Development Director Bassi, Economic Development Director Davidson, Administrative Services Director Schrader, Community Services Director Torres, Finance Manager Jantz, Code Enforcement Manager Berroteran, Code Enforcement Supervisor Parker, Human Resources/Risk Manager Wolf, Associate Engineer Luna and Senior Planning Lachgar.
It was the consensus of the City Council to excuse Councilmember Nigg's absence.
FLAG SALUTE
The flag salute was led by Eagle Scout Galvan.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation: Eagle Scouts Ryan Michael Galvan and Zackary Zander
2. Proclamation: Rare Disease Day
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Fire Department Quarterly Update
Wildomar Library Quarterly Update
General Plan Update Progress Report #20
Public Works/Engineering - Road Construction Updates
Code Enforcement Quarterly Update (2023)
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following individuals provided public comment on items not on the agenda:
1. Desare Ferraro on behalf of Assemblywoman Kate Sanchez
2. Daryl Terrell, Moreno Valley Resident
3. Diana Autumn, Resident
4. Rosalba Valdovinos, Resident
5. Andy Morris, Wildomar Insurance
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council members spoke regarding various committees, comm1ss1ons, and boards that they serve on locally and regionally and community events including:
1. Riverside Conservation Authority (RCA)
2. Riverside Transit Agency (RTA)
3. Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC)
4 League of California Cities
5. Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG)
6. Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency (RCHCA)
7. Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG)
8. Southwest Community Financing Authority (Animal Shelter)
9. Ad Hoc & Subcommittees
10. Community events
11. Regional events
12. Chamber of Commerce
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AS PRESENTED
Moved by Carlos Marquez; seconded by Joseph Morabito to approve Approve the agenda as presented.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Carlos Marquez Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
1)
CONSENT CALENDAR
Veronica Langworthy, resident, provided public comment on Agenda Items 1.7 (In opposition), 1.8 and 1.19 (In opposition).
Moved by Joseph Morabito; seconded by Carlos Marquez to approve the Consent Calendar.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Carlos Marquez Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
1.1)
Reading of Ordinances
Approved the reading by title only of all Ordinances on this agenda.
1.2)
City Council/Cemetery District Minutes - November 8, 2023.
Approved the minutes as presented.
1.3)
January 2024 Warrant Register
Approved the following:
For Fiscal Year 2023/2024
1. Warrant Register dated 01-04-2023 in the amount of $194,224.22
2. Warrant Register dated 01-11-2023 in the amount of $196,755.25
3. Warrant Register dated 01-18-2023 in the amount of $3,115,302.15
4. Warrant Register(s) dated 01-22-2023 in the amount of $4,311.42
5. Warrant Register dated 01-23-2023 in the amount of $4,840.14
6. Warrant Register dated 01-25-2023 in the amount of $465,174.76
7. Wire Transfer Register dated 01-31-2024 in the amount of $175,575.85
8. Payroll Register dated 02-01-2024 in the amount of $341,975.35
1.4)
December 2023 City Treasurers Report
Approved the Treasurer’s Report for December 2023.
1.5)
2nd Reading of Ordinance No. 236 for the Adoption of the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program Adopted an Ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 236
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 10.04.020, 10.04.030, 10.04.050, AND 10.04.070 OF THE WILDOMAR MUNICIPAL CODE, REGARDING ABANDONED VEHICLES - ENFORCEMENT AND ABATEMENT
1.6)
2nd Reading of Ordinance No. 237, Wildomar Council Salary Ordinance Adopted an Ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 237
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2.04.040 OF THE WILDOMAR MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADJUST THE SALARIES OF THE COUNCILMEMBERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA LAW
1.7)
Adoption of Revised FY2022-23 GANN Limit
Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - 05
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE REVISED APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-23
1.8)
FY2022-23 Annual Development Impact Fee Report
Received and filed the Annual report for the Development Impact Fees for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30th, 2023.
1.9)
Revised Elected Official and City Staff Travel and Expense Policies Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - 06
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, REVISING THE CITY'S ELECTED OFFICIAL TRAVEL AND EXPENSE POLICY AND CITY STAFF TRAVEL AND EXPENSE POLICY
1.10)
Clinton Keith and Stable Lanes Mass Grading Agreement
Authorized the City Manager to execute the Mass Grading Agreement with Stable Lanes Village, LP (Developer).
1.11)
Updates to Position Classification Descriptions, Revising Position Classification Schedule, and Adopting a New Pay Plan Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - 07
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE MAINTENANCE MANAGER AND THE ENGINEERING DIVISION MANAGER CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTIONS; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND FUTURE CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTIONS, REQUIRING A PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEER LICENSE FOR THE SENIOR ENGINEER CLASSIFICATION; REVISING THE POSITION CLASSIFICATION SCHEDULE TO INCLUDE THE MAINTENANCE MANAGER AND THE ENGINEERING DIVISION MANAGER CLASSIFICATIONS AND DESIGNATE SENIOR ENGINEER, SENIOR ACCOUNTANT AND SENIOR PLANNER CLASSIFICATIONS AS EXEMPT; AND AMENDING THE EXISTING PAY PLAN
1.12)
Tri-Party Consultant Service Agreement for the Sycamore Academy Charter School Expansion Project Mitigated Negative Declaration (PA No. 24-0003)
1. Authorized the City Manager to execute a Tri-Party Consultant Services Agreement (Attachment A) between the City of Wildomar, Sycamore Academy Charter School and PlaceWorks, Inc. for preparation of a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Sycamore Academy Charter School Expansion project; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute a Consultant Services Agreement/Contract between the City of Wildomar and PlaceWorks, Inc. for preparation of a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Sycamore Academy Charter School Expansion project.
1.13)
Clinton Keith Road Widening Project (CIP 025) - Right-of-Way Acquisition Adopted a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION 2024 - 08
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENTS AND OTHER RELATED DOCUMENTS FOR AQUISITION OF REAL PROPERTY REQUIRED FOR THE CLINTON KEITH ROAD WIDENING PROJECT (CIP 025)
1.14)
2nd Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with PlaceWorks, Inc. for the General Plan Update Project
1. Authorized the City Manager to execute the second amendment to the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Wildomar and PlaceWorks, Inc. for General Plan Update to extend the agreement to February 22, 2026 (Attachment A); and
2. Appropriated an additional $95,000 to revenue account 280-3540 and approve a supplemental appropriation of $95,000 to account 280-430-4320-52115 to support the revised scope of work and assignments provided in Attachment A, Exhibit 1.
1.15)
Amendment #3 to the Professional Services Agreement between City of Wildomar and PlaceWorks, Inc.
Authorized the City Manager to execute the 3rd amendment to the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Wildomar and PlaceWorks, Inc. for continued On-Call Planning Support Services.
1.16)
Amendment #1 to the Professional Services Agreement between City of Wildomar and Architerra Design Group, Inc.
Authorized the City Manager to execute the 1st amendment to the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Wildomar and Architerra Design Group, Inc.
1.17)
Memorandum of Understanding to Electronically Record Documents through the use of the Statewide Electronic Courier Universal Recording Environment (SECURE) using the Government to Government (G2G) Portal Authorized the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Owner Counties (Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Diego) and the City of Wildomar for the use of the SECURE G2G Portal to Electronically Record Documents.
1.18)
Fourth Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. for On-Call / Staff Augmentation Services – Building and Safety Authorized the City Manager to execute the Fourth Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. for On-Call / Staff Augmentation Services – Building and Safety.
1.19)
Contract Contingency Adjustment - CIP 057-2/058-2 (Road Rehab and Slurry Seal Projects) Authorized the Public Works Director to approve final change orders not to exceed 25% of the construction contract amount (contingency) for the Road Rehab and Slurry Seal Projects (CIP 057-2 and CIP 058-2), for a total project construction budget of $4,741,375.70. 2)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2.1)
Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2023-06 (Fencing)
Senior Planner Lachgar presented the staff report.
Moved by Joseph Morabito; seconded by Ashlee DePhillippo to 1. Determine that Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 2023-06 meets the findings for a General Rule exemption in accordance with Section 15061(B)(3) of CEQA; and
2. Introduce and Approve for First Reading an Ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 238
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A GENERAL RULE EXEMPTION PER SECTION 15061(B)(3) OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) GUIDELINES, AND APPROVING ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 2023-06 TO AMEND SECTION 17.172.205 (FENCES) OF THE WILDOMAR MUNICIPAL CODE Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Carlos Marquez Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
2.2)
Consideration of Resolution of Necessity for Condemnation of Vacant Property located at the Southeast Corner of Palomar Street and Cert Street for the Palomar Street Widening Project, Phase 2 (CIP 028-2) City Attorney Jex presented the staff report.
Moved by Joseph Morabito; seconded by Carlos Marquez to 1. Conduct a public hearing on the proposed Resolution 2024-09 of the City of Wildomar finding and determining that the public interest, convenience, and necessity require the acquisition of certain property for public purposes; and
2. Review the evidence presented, including this staff report and public comments, and close the hearing; and
3. Find that on November 10, 2021, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and State CEQA Guidelines §15070, the Planning Director approved a Notice of Exemption for the Project, and that no additional CEQA findings are required for the Project; and
4. Adopt the Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - 09
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST, CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Carlos Marquez Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
3)
GENERAL BUSINESS
3.1)
FY2023-24 Mid-Year Budget Report
Finance Manager Jantz presented the staff report.
Veronica Langworthy, resident, provided public comment.
Moved by Joseph Morabito; seconded by Carlos Marquez to Approve the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Mid-Year Budget Report, and adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - 10
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE FY2023-24 BUDGETED REVENUES AND EXPENSES AND ADOPTING A REVISED SCHEDULE OF AUTHORIZED POSITIONS Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Carlos Marquez Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
3.2)
Proposed Revisions to the City Entry Sign Design
Community Services Director Torres presented the staff report.
Moved by Joseph Morabito; seconded by Carlos Marquez to Approve the revisions to the City Entry Sign Design.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Carlos Marquez Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
3.3)
Allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds for the 2024/2025 CDBG Program Year Community Development Director Bassi presented the staff report.
Moved by Carlos Marquez; seconded by Ashlee DePhillippo to Adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - 11
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ALLOCATION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024/2025 Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Carlos Marquez Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
3.4)
Illegal Dumping and Administrative Citation Ordinance Amendment City Attorney Jex presented the staff report.
Moved by Carlos Marquez; seconded by Joseph Morabito to
1. Introduce an Ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 239
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 9.52.200 AND 1.16.080 OF THE WILDOMAR MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING ILLEGAL DUMPING AND ADMINISTRATIVE CITATIONS
2. Find that the ordinance amendment is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378 Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Carlos Marquez Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
3.5)
Homeless Services Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Murrieta City Manager York presented the staff report.
Rosalba Valdovinos, resident, provided public comment.
Moved by Joseph Morabito; seconded by Carlos Marquez to 1) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Murrieta as illustrated in Attachment A 2) Approve a supplemental appropriation in the Measure AA fund for FY 2023-24 in the amount of $91,176.45 for Homeless services between Wildomar and Murrieta Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Carlos Marquez Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager York presented the report.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There were no future agenda items added.
ADJOURN THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
There being no further business, Mayor Moore adjourned the City Council Meeting at 8:34 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER THE WILDOMAR CEMETERY DISTRICT
The Regular Meeting of the Wildomar Cemetery District Meeting was called to order by Chair Moore at 8:35 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members in attendance:
Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, and Carlos Marquez Members absent:
Dustin Nigg
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
BOARD COMMUNICATIONS
There were no board communications.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AS PRESENTED
Moved by Joseph Morabito; seconded by Carlos Marquez to approve the agenda as presented.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Carlos Marquez Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
4)
CEMETERY CONSENT CALENDAR
Moved by Carlos Marquez; seconded by Joseph Morabito to approve the Cemetery Consent Calendar.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Joseph Morabito, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Carlos Marquez Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
4.1)
January 2024 Warrant Register Cemetery
Approved the following:
For Fiscal Year 2023/2024
1. Warrant Register dated 12-07-2023 in the amount of $994.58
2. Warrant Register dated 12-14-2023 in the amount of $2,331.27
3. Warrant Register dated 12-21-2023 in the amount of $6,837.34.
4.2)
December 2023 Cemetery Treasurers Report
Approved the Treasurer’s Report for December 2023.
4.3)
City Council/Cemetery District Minutes - November 8, 2023.
Approved the minutes as presented.
5)
CEMETERY PUBLIC HEARINGS
There were none scheduled.
6)
CEMETERY GENERAL BUSINESS
There were none scheduled.
GENERAL MANAGER REPORT
There was no general manager report.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There were no future agenda items added.
ADJOURN THE WILDOMAR CEMETERY DISTRICT MEETING
There being no further business, Chair Moore adjourned the Wildomar Cemetery District Meeting at 7:36 p.m.
Submitted by:
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Janet Morales Garcia, CMC
City Clerk