MINUTES
CITY OF WILDOMAR
CITY COUNCIL/CEMETERY DISTRICT
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 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 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members in attendance:
Bridgette Moore, Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Joseph Morabito, and Dustin Nigg Members absent:
None.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
CLOSED SESSION
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 matters of pending litigation:
A. O'Neal Pack v. City of Wildomar et al; case number: CVME2401183 B. Richard Ostheimer v. City of Wildomar et al; case number: CVSW2403047 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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Attorney Jex stated that the City Council met regarding both items on the closed session agenda and the City Council voted 5-0 to defend both the litigation matters listed on the agenda.
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:
Bridgette Moore, Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Joseph Morabito, and Dustin Nigg Members absent:
None.
Staff in attendance: City Manager York, City Attorney Jex, City Clerk Morales, Community Services Director Torres, Administrative Services Director Schrader, Public Works Director Farag, Finance Manager Jantz, Code Enforcement Manager Berroteran, Human Resources and Risk Manager Wolf and Senior Planner Lachgar.
FLAG SALUTE
The flag salute was presented by Troop 332.
MOMENT OF SILENCE - 9/11 REMEMBRANCE
Mayor asked for a moment of silence in remembrance of 9/11.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation: Constitution Week September 17th - 23rd
2. Proclamation: Pitt Hopkins Awareness Day
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Code Enforcement Homeless Outreach update followed by The Regional Homeless Alliance/Baker Tilly Presentation given by Susan Price Public Works/Engineering - Road Improvements Update
Community Services Departmental Update
Councilmember Nigg left the dias at 7:05 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
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 Joseph Morabito; seconded by Carlos Marquez to approve the agenda as presented.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Bridgette Moore, Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
1)
CONSENT CALENDAR
1.1)
July 10, 2024 - City Council/Cemetery District Regular Minutes Approved the minutes as presented.
1.2)
August 14, 2024 - City Council/Cemetery District Regular Minutes Approved the minutes as presented.
1.3)
August 2024 Warrant Register
Approved the following:
For Fiscal Year 2023/2024:
1. Warrant Register dated 08-01-2024 in the amount of $851,764.80
2. Warrant Register dated 08-08-2024 in the amount of $142,764.67
3. Warrant Register dated 08-15-2024 in the amount of $175,541.19
4. Warrant Register dated 08-22-2024 in the amount of $16,836.46
5. Warrant Register dated 08-29-2024 in the amount of $15,762.50.
For Fiscal Year 2024/2025:
1. Warrant Register dated 08-01-2024 in the amount of $7,707.94
2. Warrant Register dated 08-08-2024 in the amount of $41,511.98
3. Warrant Register dated 08-15-2024 in the amount of $137,016.25
4. Warrant Register dated 08-22-2024 in the amount of $198,984.23
5. Warrant Register dated 08-29-2024 in the amount of $1,413,184.04
6. Wire Transfer Register dated 07-31-2024 in the amount of $20,990.77
7. Payroll Register dated 08-01-2024 in the amount of $286,901.06.
1.4)
July 2024 City Treasurers Report
Approved the Treasurer’s Report for July 2024.
1.5)
Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the County of Riverside for Richard St. Improvements Authorized the City Manager to sign the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the County of Riverside.
1.6)
Tri-Party Consultant Service Agreement for "The Bluffs at Hidden Springs" Specific Plan and EIR (PLN 24-0048)
1. Authorized the City Manager to execute a Tri-Party Consultant Services Agreement (Attachment A) between the City of Wildomar, The Bluffs at Hidden Springs, LLC, Inc. and PlaceWorks, Inc. for the preparation of The Bluffs Specific Plan (SP) and Environmental Impact Report (EIR); 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 Specific Plan and Environmental Impact Report for the Bluffs at Hidden Springs Project.
1.7)
Agreement for Municipal Financial Advisory Services
Authorized the City Manager to execute the Agreement for Services with CSG Advisors, Inc. for Municipal Financial Advisory Services
1.8)
FY2024-25 Wildland Fire Protection Agreement
Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - 56
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION (CAL FIRE) FOR WILDLAND FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES FROM JULY 1, 2024 TO JUNE 30, 2025
1.9)
Vacation of an Existing 30-foot Road Easement Lot C located in the Faith Bible Church Project Site (Project No. 19-0179) Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 -57
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, SUMMARILY VACATING A 30-FOOT ROAD EASEMENT (LOT “C”) LOCATED IN THE FAITH BIBLE PROJECT SITE, INCLUDING A RESERVATION OF A PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT
1.10)
First Amendment to Agreement for Services between the City of Wildomar, California, and Gods Fan Club, Dba Project T.O.U.C.H.
Authorized the City Manager to execute Amendment #1 (Attachment A) of the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Wildomar and God's Fan Club, dba Project T.O.U.C.H., to be extended indefinitely.
1.11)
Consideration of annual reporting of completed State mandated fire and life safety inspections by the City of Wildomar in compliance with SB 1205 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024 - 58
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, ACKNOWLEDGING RECEIPT OF A REPORT MADE BY THE FIRE CHIEF OF THE RIVERSIDE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT REGARDING THE INSPECTION OF CERTAIN OCCUPANCIES REQUIRING ANNUAL INSPECTIONS IN SUCH OCCUPANCIES PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 13145, 13146, and 17921 OF THE CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE
1.12)
Services Agreement for Human Resources Information System, Electronic Forms, and Performance Evaluation Software with NeoGov, Inc.
Authorized the City Manager to enter into an Agreement with NeoGov, Inc. by way of Order Form and Agreement for human resources information systems (HRIS) software, electronic forms, and performance evaluation software.
Moved by Carlos Marquez; seconded by Joseph Morabito to approve the Consent Calendar.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Bridgette Moore, Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
2)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2.1)
Consideration of Resolution of Necessity for Condemnation of a Portion of Vacant Property Identified by Assessor Parcel Number 362-250-025 for the Clinton Keith Road Widening Project (CIP 025-1) City Attorney Jex and Public Works Director Farag presented the staff report.
Moved by Carlos Marquez; seconded by Joseph Morabito to
1. Conduct a hearing on the proposed Resolution 2024- 59 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 January 13, 2010, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and State CEQA Guidelines §15070, the City Council adopted Resolution 2010-02 certifying a Mitigated Negative Declaration or the Clinton Keith Road Widening Project, and that no additional CEQA findings are required for the Project; and
4. Adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION 2024 - 59
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: Bridgette Moore, Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
3)
GENERAL BUSINESS
There were no items scheduled.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager York presented the report.
CR&R provided an update on the pilot clean-up voucher program.
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 8:24 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 8:25 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members in attendance:
Bridgette Moore, Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, and Joseph Morabito 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: Bridgette Moore, Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
4)
CEMETERY CONSENT CALENDAR
4.1)
July 10, 2024 - City Council/Cemetery District Regular Minutes Approved the minutes as presented.
4.2)
August 14, 2024 - City Council/Cemetery District Regular Minutes Approved the minutes as presented.
4.3)
August 2024 Cemetery Warrant Register
Approved the following:
For Fiscal Year 2023/20241. Warrant Register dated 08-08-2024 in the amount of $2,977.07.2. Warrant Register dated 08-22-2024 in the amount of $270.00.
For Fiscal Year 2024/20251. Warrant Register dated 08-01-2024 in the amount of $7,905.80.2. Warrant Register dated 08-08-2024 in the amount of $1,214.55.3. Warrant Register dated 08-22-2024 in the amount of $1,659.76.4. Warrant Register dated 08-29-2024 in the amount of $2,763.78.
4.4)
July 2024 Cemetery Treasurers Report
Approved the Treasurer’s Report for July 2024.
Moved by Carlos Marquez; seconded by Joseph Morabito to approve the Cemetery Consent Calendar.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Bridgette Moore, Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
5)
CEMETERY PUBLIC HEARINGS
There were no items scheduled.
6)
CEMETERY GENERAL BUSINESS
There were no items 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 8:25 p.m.
Submitted by:
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Janet Morales Garcia, CMC
City Clerk