MINUTES
CITY OF WILDOMAR
CITY COUNCIL/CEMETERY DISTRICT
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2025
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
23873 CLINTON KEITH ROAD SUITE 106
WILDOMAR, CA, 92595
Closed Session: 4:00 PM | Regular Session 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER – CLOSED SESSION - 4:00 P.M.
The Regular Closed Session was called to order by Mayor DePhillippo at 4:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members in attendance:
Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore, and Joseph Morabito Members absent:
Dustin Nigg
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
CLOSED SESSION
1. The City Council will meet in closed session pursuant to the provisions of Government Code section 54957(b) regarding Public Employee Performance Evaluation.
Title: Interim City Manager.
RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
The City Council reconvened into open session at 6:03 p.m. with all members present except for Councilmember Nigg.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Attorney Jex stated there are no reportable actions.
ADJOURN CLOSED SESSION
There being no further business, Mayor DePhillippo adjourned the Closed Session at 6:04 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 DePhillippo at 6:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members in attendance:
Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore, and Joseph Morabito Members absent:
Dustin Nigg
Staff in attendance: Interim City Manager Mann, City Attorney Jex, City Clerk Morales, Administrative Services Director Schrader, Interim Community Development Director Flores, Economic Development Director Davidson, Community Services Director Torres, Public Works Director/City Engineer Farag, Finance Manager Jantz, Senior Planner Lachgar, Code Enforcement Manager Berroteran, Human Resources Manager Wolf and Assistant to the City Manager Gorham.
FLAG SALUTE
The flag salute was led by Police Captain Rayls.
MOMENT OF SILENCE AND REFLECTION
PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation: Recognizing Riverside County Sheriff - Wildomar Police Chief Captain Rayls
2. Proclamation: Parks Make Life Better Month
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
There were no department reports scheduled.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following individuals provided public comment on items not on the agenda:
1. Gianni Perone, resident.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AS PRESENTED
Moved by Bridgette Moore; seconded by Joseph Morabito to approve the agenda as presented.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
1)
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tem Marquez requested to pull items #1.9, 1.10 and 1.12 for a presentation.
Administrative Services Director Schrader presented the staff report for item #1.9.
City Clerk Morales presented the staff report for item #1.12.
Moved by Carlos Marquez; seconded by Bridgette Moore to approve all consent calendar items except for item #1.10 Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
1.1)
Minutes - June 11, 2025 - Regular Meeting
Approved the minutes as presented.
1.2)
Minutes - June 17, 2025 - Special Meeting
Approved the minutes as presented.
1.3)
June 2025 City Warrant Register
Approved the following:
For Fiscal Year 2024/2025:
1. Warrant Register dated 6-5-2025 in the amount of $1,820,035.24
2. Warrant Register dated 6-12-2025 in the amount of $169,678.36
3. Warrant Register dated 6-19-2025 in the amount of $318,144.69
4. Warrant Register dated 6-24-2025 in the amount of $60
5. Warrant Register dated 6-26-2025 in the amount of $1,428,360.43
6. Wire Transfer Register dated 6-30-2025 in the amount of $1,092,956.71
7. Payroll Register dated 7-1-2025 in the amount of $491,139.29.
1.4)
May 2025 City Treasurers Report
Approved the Treasurer’s Report for May 2025.
1.5)
Levy and Collection of Special Taxes within Community Facilities District No. 2013-1 (Services) for Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - 38
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2013-1 (SERVICES) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
1.6)
Levy and Collection of Special Taxes within Community Facilities District No. 2022-1 (Services) for Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - 33
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2022-1 (SERVICES) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
1.7)
Annual Levy for Community Facilities District (CFD) (Facilities/Bonded) for Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - 34
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF SPECIAL TAXES WITHIN EACH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT LISTED BELOW FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26
1.8)
Southwest Communities Financing Authority Fifth Amendment to the Restated Joint Powers Agreement Adopted and authorized the City Manager to execute the Fifth Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement
1.9)
Amendment to Agreement with Riverside Sheriff’s Office to Add One Additional Motor Deputy Authorized the Mayor to Sign the First Amendment to the Agreement for Law Enforcement Services Between the City of Wildomar and the County of Riverside
1.10)
Marna O’Brien Park Rubberized Play Surface, CIP 102
Councilmember Moore stated that she would need to recuse herself from item #1.10 due to a conflict of interest.
Public Works Director Farag presented the staff report for item #1.10.
Moved by Joseph Morabito; seconded by Carlos Marquez to 1. Authorize the Interim City Manager to execute a construction contract with R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc. in the amount of $71,700 for the Marna O'Brien Park Rubberized Play Surface Project (CIP 102) (Project) and waive any informality or irregularity in the bid.
2. Authorize the Public Works Director to approve change orders not to exceed 5% of the construction contract amount, in the amount of $3,585 (contingency).
3. Authorize the Public Works Director to execute a Task Agreement with Interwest Consulting Group, under their existing on-call services agreement with the City, in the amount of $19,348.75 for Construction Management and Inspection services for the Projects, plus Extra Work Authorizations not to exceed $651.25, for a total not to exceed of $20,000.
Motion Approved: 3 - 0
Voting For: Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: Bridgette Moore
Absent: Dustin Nigg
1.11)
Southern California Installation Option Application and Contract for Extension of Electric Distribution Line for the Palomar St. Widening Project (CIP 028-2) Authorized the Public Works Director/City Engineer to execute and submit the Southern California Edison (SCE) Applicant's Installation Option and Statement of Applicant's Contract Anticipated Costs, and the Contract for Extension of Electric Distribution Line Rule 15 (Application and Contract)
1.12)
Measure AA Oversight Advisory Committee Appointments
Appointed Carlos Hernandez, Mishael Izzy Israel, and Hannah Rinehart to the Measure AA Oversight Advisory Committee for terms ending January 2027, per the recommendation of the Finance Subcommittee.
1.13)
Amendment No. 1 to Agreement for Engineering and Project Management Services with TKE Engineering, Inc. for the Bundy Canyon Rd. Improvement Projects, Segments 2 and 3 Authorized the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to the Engineering and Project Management Services Agreement with TKE Engineering, Inc.
1.14)
Termination and Release of Slope Easement with Bundy I-15, LP Authorized the City Manager to Execute the Termination and Release of Slope Easement with Bundy I-15, LP 2)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2.1)
Development Code Amendment No. 2025-01 (Cannabis)
Mayor DePhillippo opened the Public Hearing.
Interim Community Development Director Flores presented the staff report.
The following individuals provided public comment:
1. Jessica Hume, resident, in favor of the item.
2. John Hume, resident, in favor of the item.
3. Mari Bacon, resident, in opposition of the item.
4. Gina Castanon, resident, with time donated by Ruben Castanon, resident, in opposition of the item.
5. Gianni Perone, resident, in favor of the item.
6. Maribel, resident, in favor of the item.
There being no further comments, Mayor DePhillippo closed the public hearing.
Moved by Ashlee DePhillippo; seconded by Carlos Marquez to 1. DETERMINE that Development Code Amendment No. 2025-01, and associated ordinance, is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and CEQA Guidelines, pursuant to the commonsense exemption, Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines.
2. INTRODUCE Ordinance No. 252 and conduct the first reading by title only for ordinance entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 252
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT NO. 2025-01 AMENDING VARIOUS CHAPTERS OF THE WILDOMAR MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO CANNABIS BUSINESSES Motion Approved: 3 - 1
Voting For: Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore Voting Against: Joseph Morabito
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
2.2)
Community Service Area Charges for FY 2025-26
Mayor Dephillippo opened the public hearing.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Farag presented the staff report.
There being no comments, Mayor DePhillippo closed the public hearing.
Moved by Joseph Morabito; seconded by Bridgette Moore to Adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - 35
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING COUNTY SERVICE AREA CHARGES WITHIN THE CITY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
2.3)
FY 2025-2026 Levy and Administration for Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District (LLMD) No. 89-1-Consolidated & Street Lighting Zones Mayor DePhillippo opened the public hearing.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Farag presented the staff report.
There being no comments, Mayor DePhillippo closed the public hearing.
Moved by Joseph Morabito; seconded by Bridgette Moore to Adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - 36
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT FOR ALL ZONES, OF LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 89-1-CONSOLIDATED OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR AND LEVYING ASSESSMENTS ON ALL LOTS AND PARCELS OF LAND THEREIN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026; AND AUTHORIZING THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 89-1-CONSOLIDATED FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
3)
GENERAL BUSINESS
3.1)
FY2024-25 4th Quarter Budget Report
Finance Manager Jantz presented the staff report.
There were no public comments.
Moved by Bridgette Moore; seconded by Carlos Marquez to Review and approve the Fiscal Year 2024-25 4th Quarter Budget Report, and adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - 37
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE FY2024-25 BUDGETED REVENUES AND EXPENSES Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
3.2)
City Hall Energy Efficiency Update
Community Services Director Torres presented the staff report.
The City Council discussed and received the presentation.
3.3)
Metal Shipping Containers within Agricultural and Rural Residential Zones Senior Planner Lachgar presented the staff report.
The City Council discussed and received the presentation and directed staff to initiate an Ordinance to modify Section 17.185.070 of the Wildomar Municipal Code regarding the placement of metal shipping containers on certain areas of land within agricultural and rural residential zones.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor DePhillippo reopened the public comment section.
Coach Izzy provided public comment.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council members spoke regarding various committees, commissions, 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
CITY MANAGER REPORT
Interim City Manager Mann presented the report.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
No items added.
ADJOURN THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING
There being no further business, Mayor DePhillippo adjourned the City Council Meeting at 8:36 p.m
CALL TO ORDER THE WILDOMAR CEMETERY DISTRICT
The Regular Meeting of the Wildomar Cemetery District Meeting was called to order by Chair DePhillippo at 8:36 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members in attendance:
Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore, 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 Bridgette Moore to approve the agenda as presented.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
4)
CEMETERY CONSENT CALENDAR
Moved by Bridgette Moore; seconded by Joseph Morabito to approve the Cemetery Consent Calendar.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Ashlee DePhillippo, Carlos Marquez, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
4.1)
Minutes - June 11, 2025 - Regular Meeting
Approved the minutes as presented.
4.2)
June 2025 Cemetery Warrant Register
Approved the following:
For Fiscal Year 2024/2025
1. Warrant Register dated 6-5-2025 in the amount of $2,915.29
2. Warrant Register dated 6-12-2025 in the amount of $4,790.74
3. Warrant Register dated 6-19-2025 in the amount of $6,151.24.
4.3)
May 2025 Cemetery Treasurers Report
Approved the Treasurer’s Report for May 2025.
5)
CEMETERY PUBLIC HEARINGS
There were no items scheduled.
6)
CEMETERY GENERAL BUSINESS
There were no items scheduled.
GENERAL MANAGER REPORT
There was no report given.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
No future agenda items added.
ADJOURN THE WILDOMAR CEMETERY DISTRICT MEETING
There being no further business, Chair DePhillippo adjourned the Wildomar Cemetery District Meeting at 8:37 p.m.
Submitted by:
_____________________________
Janet Morales Garcia, CMC
City Clerk