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reviewing mitigation plans to properly implement mitigation requirements into the construction document set.

Deliverables:
• Revise drawings, impact exhibits, calculations, grading extents, planting and irrigation strategies, and AutoCAD drawings necessary to determine mitigation requirements • Correspondence, memos, and meeting minutes for meetings held with the Client and environmental team
• Review and implementation of mitigation strategies into the construction document package Subtask J.02: Construction Administration
RRM’s team will support the Client during the anticipated 187 working day (9 month) construction period.

RRM will attend one pre-construction conference, review and respond to requests for information (RFI), submittals, and contractor supplied shop drawings and rough grading survey. Under this task, RRM will also prepare and issue supplemental instructions as necessary to clarify technical details and prepare preliminary and final punch lists. RRM will also coordinate with City of Wildomar staff, as necessary.

Deliverables:
• Prepare for and attend one (1) pre-construction conference • RFI, submittal reviews, shop drawings responses, supplemental instructions, and general record keeping documents
Subtask J.03: Construction Observation
RRM’s Project Manager/Landscape Architect will prepare for and attend up to nine monthly field observation meetings (once per month) throughout the anticipated 187 working day (9 month) construction period to observe construction progress.

In addition to attendance by RRM’s Project Manager at the meetings listed above, RRM’s team members will attend field observation meetings related to their design elements at the key milestones specified below:

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• Civil Engineer – five (5) field observation meetings
Mtg. Quantity Construction Milestone
1 Site demolition
2 Rough grading
2 Utility work

• Pump Track Landscape Architect – four (4) field observation meetings Mtg. Quantity Construction Milestone
1 Initial layout before rough grading
1 Confirm rough grading prior to start of finish grading 1 Review finish grading to develop punch list
1 Punchlist completion confirmation

• Electrical Engineer – two (2) field observation meetings Mtg. Quantity Construction Milestone
1 Undergrounding work prior to cover up
1 Punchlist walkthrough

These site visits and observations are not intended to be an exhaustive check or a detailed inspection of the contractor’s work but rather are to allow RRM to become generally familiar with the work in progress and to determine, in general, if the work is proceeding in accordance with the contract documents.

RRM’s design team shall not supervise, direct, or have control over the contractor’s work nor have any responsibility for the construction means, methods, techniques, sequences, or procedures selected by the contractor, nor for the contractor’s safety precautions or programs in connection with the work.

These rights and responsibilities are solely those of the contractor in accordance with the contract documents. Furthermore, the contractor shall be responsible for notifying RRM in a timely manner to schedule these field observation meetings. RRM’s team shall not be responsible for any acts or omissions of the contractor, subcontractor, any entity performing any portion of the work, or any agents or employees of any of them. RRM does not guarantee the performance of the contractor and shall not be responsible for the contractor’s failure to perform work in accordance with the contract documents or any applicable laws, codes, rules, or regulations. Due to the indeterminate nature of the construction observation requests, this task includes budget for meeting quantity stated above. If more construction observation requests are received, they are to be authorized by the City as additional work.

Deliverables:
• Prepare for and attend the quantity of construction observation meetings listed above • Field notes and photo documentation
Subtask J.04: Record Drawings
Upon completion of construction work, RRM’s design team will compile and deliver to the Client a reproducible set of record drawings based upon the marked-up as-built drawings, addenda, change orders, and other data furnished by the contractor and construction manager. These record drawings will show significant changes made during construction. Because these record drawings are based on 442

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unverified information provided by the other parties, which RRM shall assume will be reliable, RRM cannot and does not warrant their accuracy.

Deliverables:
• One (1) set reproducible set of record drawings

IV. Compensation
Basic Services
Subtask J.01: Environmental Support Fixed Fee: $ 30,000 Subtask J.02: Construction Administration Fixed Fee: $ 31,280 Subtask J.03: Construction Observation Fixed Fee: $ 25,640 Subtask J.04: Record Drawings Fixed Fee: $ 20,376
Reimbursable Expenses T&M/NTE: $ 1,000

Total Amendment 08 $ 108,296
Total Current Contract $ 542,901

Total Amended Contract $ 651,197

Notes:

1. Fixed-fee tasks will be billed as the work progresses until they are completed and the total amount stated in the contract for the task is invoiced.

2. Estimated fees for tasks shown as “Time and Materials - Not to Exceed" (T&M/NTE) establish the maximum billed for each task. Amounts billed will reflect actual hours and will not exceed the maximum amount shown without prior approval by the Client.

3. Reimbursable expenses will be billed as “Time and Materials – Not to Exceed” (T&M/NTE) and include such things as document reproduction, plotting services, public workshop materials, company car mileage (current federal rate), rental car, air fare, parking, lodging, per diem expenses, and overnight delivery.

Reimbursable expenses will be billed at cost plus a 10% markup.

4. RRM may adjust any individual line-item amount within the total overall budget amount shown, with written approval of the City.

5. RRM reserves the right to adjust hourly rates on an annual basis.

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CITY OF WILDOMAR

REGULAR MEETING

PUBLIC HEARING
Agenda Staff Report # 2.1

Meeting Date: August 13, 2025
SUBJECT:

Development Code
Amendment No. 202
5 -04
(Gas Stations,
Car Washes, and Storage Uses)
- Introduce Ordinance No.
____ revising Title 17 (Development Code) of the Wildomar Municipal Code

SUBMITTED BY:

Robert Flores, Interim Community Development Director
PREPARED BY:

Robert Flores, Interim Community Development Director

ACTION:

1. Determine that Development Code Amendment (DCA) No. 2025-04, and associated Ordinance No. [next in order], is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and CEQA Guidelines, pursuant to the common sense exemption, Section 15061(b) (3) of the CEQA Guidelines.

2. Introduce Ordinance No. ___ and conduct the first reading by title only for ordinance, based on the necessary finding within, entitled:

ORDINANCE NO. _____

AN ORDINANCE OF THE WILDOMAR CITY COUNCIL AMENDING WILDOMAR MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 17 (ZONING) TO RESTRICT AND REGULATE CAR WASHES, SERVICES STATIONS, AND STORAGE FACILITIES; ENABLE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF OVERLAY ZONES; AND ESTABLISH THE HISTORIC AND DOWNTOWN OVERLAY

DISTRICT

3. Direct the City Clerk to schedule the second reading of Ordinance No. ____ at the next regular City Council meeting or as soon thereafter as feasible.

SUMMARY:

Consideration of amendments to the Development Code by adding and amending various parts of Title 17 (Development Code) of Wildomar Municipal Code, relating to carwashes, service/gas stations, and indoor/outdoor storage facilities, as summarized below:

Disallow any new carwashes (any type), service (gas) stations with or without convenience stores, storage facilities (indoor / outdoor) in commercial and mixed-use zones and major commercial corridors and freeway off-ramps.

Allow stand-alone convenience stores with a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) in commercial zones.

Allow storage facilities in industrial zones only.

Create a new overlay, as shown in Exhibit B of the attached Draft City Council Ordinance, for the potential historic, downtown area to restrict carwashes, service stations, storage facilities and maintain the vision for any potential nonresidential developments. 444
Ensure that existing, entitled facilities, constructed or entitled, can continue or modify operations without limitation of a legal nonconforming use.

Allow applications that have been submitted to move forward through the process Minor technical clean up to code sections for consistency and accuracy of the code.

BACKGROUND:

On January 15, 2025, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 247 adopting a new comprehensive Development Code for the City. The City Council, Planning Commission and members of the community have expressed concern over the number of carwashes, service/gas stations, and storage facilities that are being developed or exist within the City boundary.

On June 11, 2025, the City Council directed the Community Development Department to amend the Wildomar Municipal Code to address the above concern. Businesses and property owners have raised concerns regarding the impacts of limiting or prohibiting such uses would have on existing businesses and their future operations in light of new regulations, and how new regulations would affect existing applications for the potentially restricted uses.

Planning Commission Recommendation
:

At its June 30, 2025 special meeting, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing, considered all oral and written evidence in the administrative record, and voted 5-0 to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 2025-12, recommending that the City Council find the proposed amendment exempt from further environmental review, approve Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04, and adopt the associated Ordinance No. [next in order] attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference. The Planning Commission directed that the code amendment text be updated to clarify that existing businesses operating under the newly restricted uses would not be subject to referenced buffers that would apply to specified new operations. The attached updated version of DCA No. 2025-04 contains the revised clarifying language.

DISCUSSION:

Development Code Amendment Summary
:

The proposed Development Code amendment includes various revisions and additions for the purpose of disallowing various uses within Title 17 (Development Code) of the Municipal Code, including Chapter 17.25 (Establishment of Zones), Chapter 17.35 (Residential Zones), Chapter 17.40 (Commercial and Mixed-Use Zones), Chapter 17.45 (Manufacturing/Industrial and Medical Center Zones), Chapter 17.50 (Public Facilities Zones), Chapter 17.55 (Open Space Zones), Chapter 17.59 (Overlay Zones), Chapter 17.220 (Recreational Vehicles (RV) Storage in Commercial and Residential Zones), Chapter 17.221 (Convenience Stores), Chapter 17.255 (Mini Warehouses/Self-Storage Facilities), and Chapter 17.265 (Universal Definitions) of the Wildomar Municipal Code.

The discussion of the revisions below corresponds to the text amendments set forth in the attached Draft City Council Ordinance. Regarding business and property owner concerns about: (1) existing businesses operating under the affected uses; and (2) proposed applications for such uses, the Ordinance No. [next in order] addresses these issues as follows:

1 .

Existing businesses
: DCA No. 2025-04 specifies that existing businesses related to the affected uses, lawfully operating as of the effective date, i.e., 30 days following the second reading of the ordinance, will not be limited to nonconforming status and will enjoy status as lawful operations subject to the terms of applicable permits and conditions of approval for entitlements for such uses. This specification also contains the 445
updated language directed by the Planning Commission to make clear that existing businesses would not be affected by the proposed buffer restrictions for the affected uses.
2 .

Existing applications
: Ordinance No. [next in order] contains uncodified language allowing any application for an approval or entitlement related to the affected uses, to be processed in accordance with the Zoning Code provisions in effect as of July 30, 2025, the application is filed on or before such date.

Chapter 17.25 (Establishment of Zones)
The proposed amendment will add a new section to provide a list of overlays that will be established by the code. Additionally, several sections will be revised to established overlay zones and include the necessary overlay language for consistency.

Chapter 17.35 (Residential Zones)
The proposed amendment will revise an existing subsection to correct the description of the zone for the applicable Allowed Uses Table and add a provision for the new overlay zone sections.

Chapter 17.40 (Commercial and Mixed-Use Zones)
The proposed amendment will revise an existing subsection to correct the description of the zone for the applicable Allowed Uses Table and add a provision for the new overlay zone sections. Additionally, the Allowed Uses Table (17.40.020-1) will be revised to update the allowed uses for several uses currently found in the table and add a note for this change to avoid creating legal, nonconforming uses/buildings for entitled facilities, whether built or not.

Chapter 17.45 (Manufacturing/Industrial and Medical Center Zones) The proposed amendment will revise an existing subsection to correct the description of the zone for the applicable Allowed Uses Table and add a provision for the new overlay zone sections. Additionally, the Allowed Uses Table (17.45.020-1) will be revised to update the allowed uses for several uses currently found in the table and add a note for this change to avoid creating legal, nonconforming uses/buildings for entitled facilities, whether built or not.

Chapter 17.50 (Public Facilities Zones)
The proposed amendment will revise an existing subsection to correct the description of the zone for the applicable Allowed Uses Table and add a provision for the new overlay zone sections.

Chapter 17.55 (Open Spece Zones)
The proposed amendment will revise an existing subsection to correct the description of the zone for the applicable Allowed Uses Table and add a provision for the new overlay zone sections.

Chapter 17.59 (Overlay Zones)
The proposed amendment will add a new chapter that will establish provisions that govern the new Overlay Zones.

Chapter 17.220 (Recreational Vehicles (RV) Storage in Commercial and Residential Zones) The proposed amendment will revise and replace the entire chapter to establish sections, consistent with other chapters. Additionally, a new subsection is added to the development standards to not allow RV storage facilities within 1,000 feet of any major or commercial corridors or freeway off-ramps.

Chapter 17.221 (Convenience Stores)
The proposed amendment will add a new chapter that will establish new provisions that govern convenience stores.

Chapter 17.255 (Mini Warehouses/Self-Storage Facilities) The proposed amendment will add a new subsection to existing development standards to not allow mini-storage facilities within 1,000 feet of any major or commercial corridors or freeway 446
off-ramps.

Chapter 17.265 (Universal Definitions)
The proposed amendment will add new definitions to support the changes to the code.

PUBLIC NOTICING
:

The proposed Development Code Amendment (DCA 2025-04) is citywide. Consistent with applicable Wildomar Municipal Code provisions and exceeding applicable state law provisions, a public notice was published in the Press Enterprise Newspaper, a local newspaper of general circulation, at least 10 days prior to the public hearing. Since this code amendment is not associated with any specific development project, the provisions of Section 17.125.070(B)(2)(f), as described in Ordinance No. 135, requiring site posting do not apply. As required by the Municipal Code, public notice was provided directly to two (2) persons that requested such notice in writing.

One comment letter, attached hereto as Attachment E, was received prior to the Planning Commission public hearing on July 30, 2025, made part of the public administrative record during the hearing, and considered by the Planning Commission prior to taking action. One comment letter, attached hereto as Attachment E, was received prior to the Planning Commission public hearing. As of the preparation of this staff report, no other written public comment has been received regarding the proposed amendment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

CEQA Determination/Finding
:

In accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), Public Resources Code § 21000, et seq., and the CEQA Guidelines, Section § 15000, et seq., Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04, and its supporting adopting ordinance, is exempt from further environmental review, based on the common sense exemption, CEQA Guideline Section 15061(b)(3), in that the amendments involve general policy and procedure making and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that this code amendment and ordinance adoption may have a significant effect on the environment because it reduces development potential in the City by eliminating certain uses as permitted or conditionally permitted uses in the Development Code. In addition, Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04 adds a new overlay that establishes provisions to further reduce impacts within the specific geographical area perceived as the historic downtown. In any case, any potential new development that falls under some of the provisions of this update will require individual entitlement, which require separate CEQA compliance and documentation prior to approval. Therefore, the additions and revisions proposed can be seen with certainty will not cause any significant impact on the environment.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The fiscal impacts associated with the drafting, legal review, and implementation of this ordinance are covered by the Department’s Operating Budget of General Fund.

ATTACHMENTS:

Attachment A - Draft City Council Ordinance - DCA2025
Attachment B - Ordinance Exhibit A - DCA 2025-04 Proposed Amendments Attachment C - Ordinance Exhibit B - HDD Overlay Zone Map.pdf Attachment D - PC Resolution 2025-12.pdf
Attachment E - Comment Letter received prior to Planning Commission Attachment F - Comment Letter received prior to Planning Commission.pdf 447
Attachment G - Draft NOE
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ORDINANCE NO. [Next in Order]

AN ORDINANCE OF THE WILDOMAR CITY COUNCIL AMENDING
WILDOMAR MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 17 (ZONING) TO RESTRICT AND

REGULATE CAR WASHES, SERVICES STATIONS, AND STORAGE
FACILITIES; ENABLE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF OVERLAY ZONES ;

AND ESTABLISH THE HISTORIC AND DOWNTOWN OVERLAY

DISTRICT

The Wildomar City Council does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council finds, determines and declares as follows:

A. California Constitution art XI, §7, confers the police power to cities, providing that “[a] county or city may make and enforce within its limits all local, police, sanitary, and other ordinances and regulations not in conflict with general laws.”

B. Government Code § 65850 et seq. grants cities broad powers to control land use by ordinance.

C. In accordance with the provisions of Section 17.145.040 of the Wildomar Municipal Code, regarding support of approval of Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04, the City Council finds as follows:

Finding: The proposed amendment is consistent with the Wildomar General Plan goals, policies, and implementation programs.

Evidence: The Economic Development Element states: “To be competitive in the regional market and in the changing retail environment, the City will need to facilitate the transformation of existing commercial areas and the development of new ones, with a focus on experience-oriented shopping (shopping where socializing, entertainment, activities, and the overall experience are as important, if not more so, as the purchase of goods).” The proposed code amendment facilitates these goals in the commercial, mixed-use, and industrial land use designations, in addition to the following Economic Development Goals: Goal ED 1, Goal ED 3, Additionally, the proposed amended regulations will still be consistent with Wildomar General Plan Land Use Element Goals, including Goal LU 2, Goal LU 3, Goal LU 5, Goal LU 9, Goal LU 10, Goal LU 11. Further, the proposed amendments relating to car washes, service/gas stations, and storage facilities are necessary to promote the public convenience and general prosperity with a diversity of uses. It is necessary to limit the number of the above facilities to promote economic development and 449
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orderly development pursuant to the City’s police power. Development of vacant land within the city limits must be in the best interests of the residents and community.

SECTION 2: Approval; Survival of Applications.

A. The City Council approves: (1) the amendments to Wildomar Municipal Code (“WMC”) Title 17 (Zoning); and (2) the Historic and Downtown District Overlay Map referenced in amended WMC § 17.25.021 attached hereto respectively as Exhibit “A” and “B,” which are incorporated by reference.

B. The City will process applications duly filed with the City on or before July 30, 2025 for uses prohibited under the WMC amendments referenced above in Section 2(A) in accordance with the Title 17 (Zoning) provisions in effect as of July 30, 2025. “Applications duly filed,” as referenced in the preceding sentence will not include “pre-applications,” as described in WMC Chapter 17.120. Any project approved for such an application will not be considered a nonconforming use subject to Chapter 17.20.

SECTION 3: Environmental Assessment. This Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (Cal. Pub. Res. Code §§ 21000, et seq.; “CEQA”) and CEQA Guidelines (14 Cal. Code Regs. §§ 15000, et seq.) based on the common sense exemption, CEQA Guideline Section 15061(b)(3), in that the proposed amendments involve general policy and procedure making and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that this code amendment and Ordinance adoption may have a significant effect on the environment because it reduces development potential in the City by eliminating certain uses as permitted or conditionally permitted uses in the Development Code. In addition, Development Code Amendment No. 2025- 04 adds a new overlay that establishes provisions to further reduce impacts within the specific geographical area perceived as the historic downtown. Any potential new development that falls under some of the provisions of this update will require individual entitlement, which require separate CEQA compliance and documentation prior to approval. Therefore, the additions and revisions proposed can be seen with certainty will not cause any significant environmental impact on the environment.

SECTION 4: Construction. This Ordinance must be broadly construed to achieve the purposes stated in this Ordinance. It is the City Council’s intent that the provisions of this Ordinance be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a manner that facilitates the purposes set forth in this Ordinance.

SECTION 5: Summaries of Information. All summaries of information in the findings herein are based on the substantial evidence in the record. The absence of any particular fact from any such summary is not an indication that a particular finding is not based in part on that fact.
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SECTION 6: Severability. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, this Ordinance’s provisions are severable.

SECTION 7: Recordation. The City Clerk, or designee, is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance; case it to be entered into the City’s book of original ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and cause it to be published or posted in accordance with California law.

SECTION 8: Effective Date. This Ordinance will become effective 30 days after second reading and adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this ____ day of _____________, 2025.

__________________________
Ashlee DePhillippo, Mayor

ATTEST:

________________________________
Janet Morales, City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

_______________________
Thomas Jex, City Attorney

EXHIBITS
Exhibit A: DCA2025-04 Amendments
Exhibit B: Historic and Downtown District, or HDD, Overlay Zone Map

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EXHIBIT “A”
DCA2025-04 AMENDMENTS

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EXHIBIT “B”

HISTORIC AND DOWNTOWN DISTRICT, OR HDD, OVERLAY ZONE MAP 453
EXHIBIT “A”
DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT (DCA) 2025-04

[NOTE TO CODIFIER: The amendments below will be incorporated into the Wildomar Development Code as specified below along with conforming updates to the Wildomar Municipal Code’s Table of Contents. Key: Added language is in red. Deleted language is struck.]

SECTION 1. Section 17.25.010 (Purpose) of Chapter 17.25 (Establishment of Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the Wildomar Municipal Code (“WMC”) is amended as follows:

Section 17.25.010 Purpose
This chapter establishes the zones and overlay zones applied to property within the City, the relationship of the Zoning Map to the General Plan Land Use Map and establishes the Zoning Map.

SECTION 2. Chapter 17.25 (Establishment of Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended to add a new Section 17.25.021 (List of Overlay Zones) which will read as follows:

Section 17.25.021 List of Overlay Zones
For the purpose of providing a uniform basis for zoning, the following overlay zones, referred to alternatively herein as overlays, may be applied to the lands in the City of Wildomar.

Table 17.25.020-2 Overlay Zones
Overlay Names
HDD Historic and Downtown District Overlay

SECTION 3. Section 17.25.030 (Zoning Map Established) of Chapter 17.25 (Establishment of Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended as follows:

Section 17.25.030 Zoning Map Established
The City Council hereby adopts the City of Wildomar Zoning Map (hereafter referred to as the “Zoning Map”), which is on file with the Planning Department. The Zoning Map, that includes overlays established by Section 17.25.021, is hereby incorporated into this Title by reference as though it were fully included here. The Zoning Map shall be 454

interpreted in compliance with Chapter 17.15.020 (Interpretation) and amended in compliance with Chapter 17.145 (Development Code and Map Amendments).

SECTION 4. Section 17.25.040 (Zoning Map Established) of Chapter 17.25 (Establishment of Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended as follows:

Section 17.25.040 Zone Classification and Overlay Zone Boundaries Where uncertainty exists as to the boundaries of any zone classification, or overlay zones, the following rules shall apply:

A. Where boundaries are indicated as approximately following street lines, alley lines, or lot lines, such lines shall be construed to be boundaries.

B. Where boundaries divide lots, the location of such boundaries shall be determined by use of the scale appearing on the underlying map, unless the boundaries are indicated by specific dimensions.

C. If any public street, alley or other right-of-way is vacated or abandoned, the land formerly in such street, alley or right-of-way shall be included within the boundaries of the zone classification or overlay zones applicable to the adjoining property on each side. In the event such street, alley or right-of-way was a zone classification or overlay zone boundary, the new zone classification or overlay zone boundary shall be the former center line of such street, alley or right-of-way.

SECTION 5. Subsection A (Allowable Uses) of Section 17.35.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.35 (Residential Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended as follows:

Section 17.35.020 Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements A. Allowed Uses Table. Table 17.35.020-1 identifies allowed uses and corresponding approval requirements for the agricultural and rural residential zones subject to compliance with all other provisions of this Title.

Descriptions/definitions of many of the land uses can be found in Article 6, (Definitions) of this Title.

SECTION 6. Subsection A (Allowable Uses Table) of Section 17.40.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.40 (Commercial and Mixed-Use Zones) of 455

Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended as follows:

Section 17.40.020 Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements A. Allowed Uses Table. Table 17.40.020-1 identifies allowed uses and corresponding approval requirements for the agricultural and rural commercial and mixed-use zones subject to compliance with all other provisions of this Title.

Descriptions/definitions of many of the land uses can be found in Article 6, (Definitions) of this Title.

SECTION 7. Table 17.40.020-1 (Commercial and Mixed-Uses Zones – Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Section 17.40.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.40 (Commercial and Mixed-Use Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 ( Development Code ) of the WMC is amended to modify only the uses listed below as follows:

Table 17.40.020-1: Commercial and Mixed-Use Zones –
Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements
Allowed Use C-G C-H MUL MUH Additional
Requirements
Automobile service stations, with
or without concurrent sale of beer
and wine.1
C-- C-- -- -- Note applies.

Car washes, of any kind1 C-- C-- C-- C-- Note applies.

Fuel station1 C-- C-- C-- C-- Note applies.

Recreational vehicle and boat
storage1
C -- C -- -- -- Note applies.

Chapter 17.220
and
Section

17.155.070
Convenience stores, including the
sale of motor vehicle fuel1
C -- C -- C -- C -- Note applies.

Convenience stores, not including
the sale of motor vehicle fuel
PC PC PC PC Chapter 17.221
Note:

1. Notwithstanding anything in this code to the contrary, (a) uses lawfully existing prior to the “Effective Date” of Ordinance ___, may continue as originally entitled, (b) uses for which entitlements were granted prior to the Effective Date but have not yet started or completed needed improvements and/or started operations, may be improved and operate as entitled, and (c) the uses described by (a) and (b) shall be subject to compliance with applicable permits, conditions of approval and this Code, but shall not be considered nonconforming uses subject to Chapter 17.20, where the entitled use shall be considered allowable as permitted by approvals granted under (a) and (b) above.
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SECTION 8. Subsection A (Allowable Uses Table) of Section 17.45.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.40 (Commercial and Mixed -Use Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 ( Development Code) of the WMC is amended as follows:

Section 17.45.020 Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements A. Allowed Uses Table. Table 17.45.020-1 identifies allowed uses and corresponding approval requirements for the agricultural and rural manufacturing/industrial and Medical Center zones subject to compliance with all other provisions of this Title. Descriptions/definitions of many of the land uses can be found in Article 6, (Definitions) of this Title.

SECTION 9. Specific uses shown below within Table 17.45.020 -1 (Manufacturing/Industrial and Medical Center Zones – Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Section 17.45.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17. 40 (Commercial and Mixed -Use Zones ) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended to modify only the uses listed below as follows:

Table 17.45.020-1: Manufacturing/Industrial and Medical Center Zones – Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements
Allowed Use M-I M-C Additional
Requirements
Cold storage facilities PC
Mini-warehouse/storage facility. C -- Chapter 17.255
Automobile service stations, with or without
concurrent sale of beer and wine for off-
premises consumption1
C-- -- Note applies.

Gasoline and diesel service stations, not
including the concurrent sale of beer and
wine for off premises consumption1
C-- -- Note applies.

Recreational vehicles and, travel trailers
and manufacturing (with or without on-site
sales)
P
Recreational vehicle and travel trailer
manufacturing (without on-site sales)
C
Recreational vehicle, travel trailers, and
boat storage within an enclosed building
C Chapter 17.220 and
Section 17.155.070
Note:

1. Notwithstanding anything in this code to the contrary, (a) uses lawfully existing prior to the “Effective Date” of Ordinance ___, may continue as originally entitled, (b) 457

uses for which entitlements were granted prior to the Effective Date but have not yet started or completed needed improvements and/or started operations, may be improved and operate as entitled, and (c) the uses described by (a) and (b) shall be subject to compliance with applicable permits, conditions of approval and this Code, but shall not be considered nonconforming uses subject to Chapter 17.20, where the entitled use shall be considered allowable as permitted by approvals granted under (a) and (b) above.

SECTION 10. Subsection A (Allowed Uses Table) of Section 17.50.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.50 (Public Facilities Zone) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended as follows:

Section 17.50.020 Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements A. Allowed Uses Table. Table 17.50.020-1 identifies allowed uses and corresponding approval requirements for the agricultural and rural public facilities zones subject to compliance with all other provisions of this Title.

Descriptions/definitions of many of the land uses can be found in Article 6, (Definitions) of this Title.

SECTION 11. Subsection A (Allowable Uses Table) of Section 17.55.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.55 (Open Space Zone) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended as follows:

Section 17.55.020 Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements A. Allowed Uses Table. Table 17.55.020-1 identifies allowed uses and corresponding approval requirements for the agricultural and rural open space zones subject to compliance with all other provisions of this Title.

Descriptions/definitions of many of the land uses can be found in Article 6, Definitions of this Title.

SECTION 12. Section 17.30.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.30 (Agriculture and Rural Residential Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended by the addition of a new Subsection E, which will read as follows:

E. Overlay Zones. Allowable uses are subject to any provisions applicable to overlay zones established by Chapter 17.25.
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SECTION 13. Section 17.35.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.35 (Residential Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended by the addition of a new Subsection E, which will read as follows:

E. Overlay Zones. Allowable uses are subject to any provisions applicable to overlay zones established by Chapter 17.25.

SECTION 14. Section 17.40.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.40 (Commercial and Mixed-Use Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended by the addition of a new Subsection E, which will read as follows:

E. Overlay Zones. Allowable uses are subject to any provisions applicable to overlay zones established by Chapter 17.25.

SECTION 15. Section 17.45.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.40 (Manufacturing/Industrial and Medical Center Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended by the addition of a new Subsection E, which will read as follows:

E. Overlay Zones. Allowable uses are subject to any provisions applicable to overlay zones established by Chapter 17.25.

SECTION 16. Section 17.50.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.50 (Public Facilities Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended by the addition of a new Subsection E, which will read as follows:

E. Overlay Zones. Allowable uses are subject to any provisions applicable to overlay zones established by Chapter 17.25.

SECTION 17. Section 17.55.020 (Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements) of Chapter 17.55 (Open Space Zones) of Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended by the addition of a new Subsection E, which will read as follows:

E. Overlay Zones. Allowable uses are subject to any provisions applicable to overlay zones established by Chapter 17.25.
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SECTION 18. Article 2 (Zoning Districts and Allowable Land Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended by the addition of a new Chapter 17.59 (Overlay Zones), which will read as follows:

Chapter 17.59 Overlay Zones
Section 17.59.010 Purpose
The purpose of this chapter is to provide appropriate standards and requirements for overlay zones established by Section 17.25.021.

Section 17.59.020 RESERVED
Reserved.

Section 17.59.030 Zone Applicability
Base zones established by Chapter 17.25. apply as described within Article 2 of this Code, in addition to the applicability of the provisions of this Chapter.

Section 17.59.040 Historic and Downtown District
The following standards and requirements apply within the Historic and Downtown District (HDD) overlay zone.

A. The main purpose of the HDD overlay zone is to establish a specific plan that will encourage the orderly development of an area envisioned as Wildomar’s Historic Downtown with appropriate uses, walkable neighborhoods, and preservation of the city’s history.

1. Proposed nonresidential developments within the HDD overly zone greater than two (2) acres must initiate a specific plan or planned development, if not already in process as initiated by the city, to ensure coordinated growth and development of the overlay zone.

2. Proposed nonresidential development within the HDD overlay zone must add to or create a walkable environment that promotes walking, biking, and active transportation.

B. Prohibited uses within the HDD overly zone, regardless of underlying base zone, include carwashes, service/gas stations, and mini-storage facilities including outdoor storage of any kind.

SECTION 19. Chapter 17.220 of Article 5 (Standards Related to Specific Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended in its entirety to read as follows:
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Chapter 17.220 Recreational Vehicles (RV) Storage in Industrial and Agriculture and Rural Residential Zones

17.220.010 Purpose
The purpose of this chapter is to establish standards for the development of RV storage facilities within the industrial and agriculture and rural residential zones.

17.220.020 Permit Required
RV storage facility shall be subject to approval of entitlement as designated in Article 2, Tables of Allowed Land Uses and Approval Requirements.

17.220.030 Development Standards
A. Setbacks. A minimum 25-foot street/front landscape setback buffer area shall be provided along the entire street frontage to enhance the streetscape aesthetics.

Only landscaping (i.e., trees, turf, drought tolerant shrubs, etc.) is permitted within this setback buffer area. The 25- foot setback is measured from the ultimate street R-O-W line.

B. Lot Coverage. All RV and boat storage proposals must designate at least 20% of the front portion of the site to RV and boat sales, or other commercial retail uses.

This area may be used for display of vehicles provided the vehicles are placed behind the 25-foot street/front landscape setback buffer area note above. The 20% standard shall not apply to RV and boat storage proposals located in residential Zoning districts.

1. The area designated for RV and boat storage shall occupy no more than 80% of the project site and be located behind the sales/commercial retail area.

C. Building Materials.

1. All RV storage spaces shall include covered carports/canopies designed to blend in with the proposed buildings on the project site.

2. All commercial structures/office buildings proposed shall be consistent with the city’s commercial design standards and guidelines booklet.

D. Walls and Fences.

1. The boundary line between the RV/boat storage area and RV sales/commercial retail area shall include a 6’ – 8’ foot “green wall” to visually screen the storage area from public view.

2. A decorative block wall (i.e., split-face, slumpstone, or similar) shall be required along the side and rear property lines of the area designated for RV and boat storage to visually screen the storage uses from adjacent residential or commercial zoned properties.
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3. In addition, a five-foot (5’) wide landscape planter strip shall be required along the interior side and rear property line of the area designated for RV and boat storage to visually screen the storage uses from adjacent residential or commercial zoned properties.

E. Surface Materials.

1. The RV/boat storage area shall be made of pervious concrete or standard concrete paving for all drive aisles throughout the project site.

2. The RV/boat storage parking stalls shall be made of 5” - 6” pervious asphalt base over 6” sub-base layer to aid in percolation.

3. RV sales area paving system must be pervious concrete or standard concrete paving (higher quality product).

4. If security fencing is permitted provided it is located at the rear of the 10- foot landscape buffer noted above. In addition, security fencing shall comply with Section 17.150.050 of the Wildomar Municipal Code.

F. Major and Commercial Corridors and Freeway Off-Ramps.

1. No RV Storage facility is allowed on property within 1,000 feet of any major or commercial corridors or freeway off-ramps as shown in Figure 2- 3 and described in Table 2-2, specifically Focus Areas 3 -8, of the Wildomar General Plan, Land Use Element (Chapter 2).

SECTION 20. Article 5 (Standards Related to Specific Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended by the addition of a new Chapter 17.221 (Covenience Stores), which will read as follows:

Chapter 17.221 Convenience Stores
Section 17.221.010 Purpose
The purpose of this section is to provide for the orderly development within the City of Wildomar of convenience stores, not including the sale of motor vehicle fuel.

Section 17.221.010 Major and Commercial Corridors and Freeway Off-Ramps.

No convenience store facility is allowed on properties within 1,000 feet from any major or commercial corridors or freeway off-ramps as shown in Figure 2-3 and described in Table 2-2, specifically Focus Areas 3 -8, of the Wildomar General Plan, Land Use Element (Chapter 2).

SECTION 21. Chapter 17.255 (Performance Standards for Mini Warehouses/Self- Storage Facilities) of Article 5 (Standards Related to Specific Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended as follows:
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Section 17.25.040 Performance Standards for Mini-Warehouses/Storage Facilities

SECTION 22. Section 17.255.030 (Development/Performance standards) of Chapter

17.255 (Performance Standards for Mini Warehouses/Self-Storage Facilities) of Article 5 (Standards Related to Specific Uses) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended to add new Paragraph 2 to Subsection P, which will read as follows:

Section 17.255.030 Development/Performance standards

2. No mini-warehouse facility with or without outdoor storage is allowed on properties within 1,000 feet from any major or commercial corridors or freeway off-ramps as shown in Figure 2-3 and described in Table 2-2, specifically Focus Areas 3 -8, of the Wildomar General Plan, Land Use Element (Chapter 2).

SECTION 23. Section 17.265.040 (“C” Definitions) of Chapter 17.265 (Universal Definitions) of Article 6 (Definitions) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended to include the following definitions in alphabetical order therein:

Section 17.265.040 “C” Definitions
Carwash. A commercial facility for washing automobiles, light duty trucks, and vans where facility employees wash or dry the vehicles; the customer washes the vehicle using on-site equipment or drives through an automated car washing and drying facility; or the customer washes the vehicle using on-site equipment.

Convenience Store. Retail establishments with less than 10,000 square feet of area that sell prepackaged food items, beverages and small convenience items (e.g., periodicals, tobacco, miscellaneous household and pharmaceutical goods, etc.) primarily for off-site consumption; that typically have long or late hours of operation; that are in relatively small structures located along heavily traveled streets.

SECTION 24. Section 17.265.190 (“R” Definitions) of Chapter 17.265 (Universal Definitions) of Article 6 (Definitions) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended to include the following definitions in alphabetical order therein:

Section 17.265.190 “R” Definitions
Recreational vehicle (RV) and Boat Storage. A facility for the storage of operative recreational vehicles or boats. A commercial facility provides storage of RV and Boats for a fee.

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SECTION 25. Section 17.265.200 (“S” Definitions) of Chapter 17.265 (Universal Definitions) of Article 6 (Definitions) of Title 17 (Development Code) of the WMC is amended to include the following definitions in alphabetical order therein:

Section 17.265.200 “S” Definitions
Service Station. A commercial facility that sells gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuel for the on-site fueling of individual vehicles. May include incidental "minor" maintenance and repair of automobiles and light duty trucks, vans, or similar size vehicles. May also be know as Fuel Station or Gas Stations. May also include a convenience store operated by the service station owner (see “Convenience Store”). 464
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July 30, 2025
DCA 2025-04

ATTACHMENT D
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PC RESOLUTION NO. 2025-12

A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY

OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, RECOMMENDING THAT THE

CITY COUNCIL ADD OR AMEND VARIOUS SECTIONS WITHIN
TITLE 17 ( DEVELOPMENT CODE), INCLUDING CHAPTER 17.25
ESTABLISHMENT OF ZONES), CHAPTER 17.35 ( RESIDENTIAL
ZONES), CHAPTER 17.40 ( COMMERCIAL AND MIXED - USE
ZONES), CHAPTER 17.45 ( MANUFACTURING/INDUSTRIAL
ZONES), CHAPTER 17.50 ( PUBLIC FACILITIES ZONE),
CHAPTER 17.55 ( OPEN SPACE ZONES), CHAPTER 17.59
OVERLAY ZONE), CHAPTER 17.220 ( RECREATIONAL

VEHICLES ( RV) STORAGE IN COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
ZONES), CHAPTER 17.221 ( CONVENIENCE STORES),
CHAPTER 17.255 ( MINI WAREHOUSE/SELF-STORAGE
FACILITIES), AND CHAPTER 17.265 ( UNIVERSAL DEFINITIONS) OF THE WILDOMAR MUNICIPAL CODE.

WHEREAS, the City of Wildomar (" City") is a general law city and a municipal corporation of the State of California; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority granted the City by Article XI, Section 7 of the California Constitution, the City has the police power to adopt regulations designed to promote the public convenience or the general prosperity, as well as regulations designed to promote the public health, morals and/or safety; and WHEREAS, on January 15, 2025, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 247, adopting a new Development Code for the City; and
WHEREAS, Section 17.145.030 of Chapter 17.145 ( Development Code and Zoning Map Amendments) of Title 17 ( Development Code) of the Municipal Code provides that either the Community Development Director, Planning Commission, or City Council may initiate amendments to the provisions of Title 17; and WHEREAS, on June 11, 2025, the City Council took directed the Planning Department to amend the Development Code of the Wildomar Municipal Code to address carwashes, service/gas stations, storage facilities, thereby, the initiating an amendment to the Development Code; and
WHEREAS, staff has recommended to the Planning Commission that it recommend that the City Council adopt several amendments to Title 17 ( Development Code); and
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WHEREAS, staff has determined that DCA 2025-04 is consistent with the General Plan and its goals, policies, and implementation programs; and WHEREAS, staff has also determined that DCA 2025-04 is consistent with the purposes and intent of Title 17 ( Development Code); and WHEREAS, staff has determined that DCA 2025-04 amendments are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act in accordance with Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines in that the amendments involve general policy and procedure making, and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the amendments will have a significant effect on the environment; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 17.145 of the Wildomar Municipal Code and California Government Code, Section 65800, et seq., the Planning Commission shall provide recommendations to the City Council, who has the authority to act on the proposed Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04 and adopting ordinance; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 17.125.070 of the Wildomar Municipal Code, the Community Development Department on July 7, 2025, published a legal notice in the Press Enterprise, a local newspaper of general circulation, notifying the general public of the July 30, 2025, Planning Commission hearing where the Commission discussed the proposed Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 17.125 of the Development Code of the Wildomar Municipal Code, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to discuss Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04 on July 30, 2025, and at which time interested persons had an opportunity to testify in support of, or opposition to the proposed municipal code amendment, and at which time the Planning Commission received public testimony concerning the proposed code amendment.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. RECITALS AND EXHIBITS
That the foregoing Recitals and attached exhibits are true and correct and are hereby incorporated by this reference.

SECTION 2. CEQA ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
In accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act Public Resources Code § 21000, et seq. (" CEQA")), a review of the potential environmental impacts was conducted by the Community Development Department for Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04. Based on this review, the Planning Commission finds that approval of Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04 is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act ( CEQA) Guidelines pursuant to CEQA Guideline 15061(b)(3), in that the amendments involve general policy and procedure making and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that this 467
code amendment and adopting ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment because it reduces development potential in the City by eliminating certain uses as permitted or conditionally permitted uses in the Development Code. In addition, Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04 adds a new overlay that establishes provisions to further reduce impacts within the specific geographical area perceived as the historic downtown. In any case, any potential new development that falls under some of the provisions of this update will require individual entitlement, which require separate CEQA compliance and documentation prior to approval. Therefore, the additions and revisions proposed can be seen with certainty will not cause any significant impact on the environment.

SECTION 3. REQUIRED DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT FINDING
In accordance with the provisions of Section 17.145.040 of the Wildomar Municipal Code, and that based on the foregoing recitals and the evidence contained in the Administrative Record, the Planning Commission hereby makes the following finding in support of approval of Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04, and adoption of the associated ordinance:
a) The proposed amendment is consistent with the Wildomar General Plan goals, policies, and implementation programs.

Evidence: The Economic Development Element states: " To be competitive in the regional market and in the changing retail environment, the City will need to facilitate the transformation of existing commercial areas and the development of new ones, with a focus on experience - oriented shopping ( shopping where socializing, entertainment, activities, and the overall experience are as important, if not more so, as the purchase of goods). The proposed code amendment is consistent with commercial, mixed - use, and industrial land use designations, in addition to the following Economic Development Goals: Goal ED 1, Goal ED 3, Additionally, the proposed amended regulations will still be consistent with Wildomar General Plan Land Use Element Goals, including Goal LU 2, Goal LU 3, Goal LU 5, Goal LU 9, Goal LU 10, Goal LU 11.

In addition, the proposed amendments to the Development Code relating to carwashes, service/gas stations, and storage facilities are necessary to promote public convenience or general prosperity. The Planning Commission finds it necessary to limit the number of the above facilities to promote economic development and orderly development.

Development of vacant land within the city limits must be in the best interests of the residents and community.

SECTION 4. APPROVAL AND ADOPTON
That based on the foregoing Recitals, Evidence in the Administrative Record and Findings, as set forth herein, the Planning Commission hereby recommends that the City Council approve and adopt an ordinance, as shown and attached hereto as Exhibits A and B, that revises Chapter 17.25 ( Establishment of Zones), Chapter 17.35 ( Residential Zones), Chapter 17.40 ( Commercial and Mixed - Use Zones), Chapter 17.45 Manufacturing/Industrial and Medical Center Zones), Chapter 17.50 ( Public Facilities 468
Zones), Chapter 17.55 ( Open Space Zones), Chapter 17.59 ( Overlay Zones), Chapter

17.220 ( Recreational Vehicles ( RV) Storage in Commercial and Residential Zones), Chapter 17.221 ( Convenience Stores), Chapter 17.255 ( Mini Warehouses/Self-Storage Facilities), and Chapter 17.265 ( Universal Definitions) of the Wildomar Municipal Code.

SECTION 5. SEVERABILITY
If any Chapter, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this resolution, is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision will not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this resolution. The Planning Commission hereby declares that it would have adopted this resolution, and each Chapter, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more Sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 6. EFFECTIVE DATE.

That this resolution shall take effect immediately upon the date of adoption.

SECTION 7. CERTIFICATION
That the Secretary of the Planning Commission shall certify to the passage of this Resolution.

Eric F
Planning Commission Chair
ATTEST:

R©brt Flores
Interim Community Development Director
PC Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
to uin/a n« uez
As stant City Attorney
EXHIBIT:

Exhibit A: Draft City Council Ordinance
Exhibit A: DCA2025-04 Proposed Amendments
Exhibit B Historic and Downtown District Overlay Zone Map 469
ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE WILDOMAR CITY COUNCIL AMENDING
WILDOMAR MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE 17 ( ZONING) TO RESTRICT AND

REGULATE CAR WASHES, SERVICES STATIONS, AND STORAGE
FACILITIES; ENABLE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF OVERLAY ZONES;

AND ESTABLISH THE HISTORIC AND DOWNTOWN OVERLAY

DISTRICT AND FINDING THE ORDINANCE EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT UNDER § 15061(b)(3) The Wildomar City Council does ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. Findings. The City Council finds, determines and declares as follows:

A. California Constitution art XI, § 7, confers the police power to cities, providing that "[ a] county or city may make and enforce within its limits all local, police, sanitary, and other ordinances and regulations not in conflict with general laws."
Government Code § 65850 et seq. grants cities broad powers to control land use by ordinance.

The findings set forth the document attached hereto as Exhibit " A" are incorporated by reference.

SECTION 2: Approval. The City Council approves the amendments to Wildomar Municipal Code Title 17 ( Zoning), as set forth in the amendments attached hereto as Exhibit " A" and " B," which is incorporated by reference.

SECTION 3: Environmental Assessment. This Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act ( Cal. Pub. Res. Code §§ 21000, et seq.; CEQA") and CEQA Guidelines ( 14 Cal. Code Regs. §§ 15000, et seq.) based on the common sense exemption, CEQA Guideline Section 15061(b)(3), in that the proposed amendments involve general policy and procedure making and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that this code amendment and Ordinance adoption may have a significant effect on the environment because it reduces development potential in the City by eliminating certain uses as permitted or conditionally permitted uses in the Development Code. In addition, Development Code Amendment No. 2025- 04 adds a new overlay that establishes provisions to further reduce impacts within the specific geographical area perceived as the historic downtown. Any potential new development that falls under some of the provisions of this update will require individual entitlement, which require separate CEQA compliance and documentation prior to approval. Therefore, the additions and revisions proposed can be seen with certainty will not cause any significant environmental impact on the environment.

SECTION 4: Construction. This Ordinance must be broadly construed to achieve the purposes stated in this Ordinance. It is the City Council's intent that the provisions of 470
Ordinance No.

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this Ordinance be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a manner that facilitates the purposes set forth in this Ordinance.

SECTION 6 Severability. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this end, this Ordinance's provisions are severable.

SECTION 7: Recordation. The City Clerk, or designee, is directed to certify the passage and adoptionof this Ordinance; rase it to he enterers into the City's honk of original ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and cause it to be published or posted in accordance with California law.

SECTION 8: Effective Date. This Ordinance will become effective 30 days after second reading and adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2025.

Ashlee DePhillippo, Mayor
ATTEST:

Janet Morales, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Thomas Jex, City Attorney

EXHIBITS
Exhibit A: DCA2025-04 Proposed Amendments
Exhibit B:: Historic and Downtown District Overlay Zone Map 471
Ordinance No.

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EXHIBIT " A"
DCA2025-04 PROPOSED AMENDMENTS
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EXHIBITA
Development Code Amendment ( DCA) 2025-04
Carwashes ( all types), Service ( Gas) Stations, and Storage Facilities in Commercial, Industrial and Overlay Zones
Key.

Added language is in red.

Deleted language is struck.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Changes to the article, chapter or section titles will be incorporated into the Wildomar Development Code Table of Contents accordingly.]
ARTICLE 2. ZONING DISTRICTS AND ALLOWABLE LAND USES
REVISE EXISTING SUBSECTIONS OF CHAPTER 17.25 AND ADD ONE NEW SECTION] Chapter 17.25 Establishment of Zones
Section 17.25.010 Purpose
This chapter establishes the zones and overlay zones applied to property within the City, the relationship of the Zoning Map to the General Plan Land Use Map and establishes the Zoning Map.

Section 17.25.021 List of Overlay Z©nes,
IFor the urpose of providing a uniform basis for zonio
t ereira as overlays r Gybe applied to the lands in the HDD
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Overlay Names
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of Wildomar. r.

Section 17.25.030 Zoning Map Established
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The City Council hereby adopts the City of Wildomar Zoning Map ( hereafter referred to as the " Zoning Map"), which is on file with the Planning Department. The Zoning Map that includes overlays established taym,Sootion 1725,.0.21_, is hereby incorporated into this Title by reference as though it were fully included here. The Zoning Map shall be interpreted in compliance with c:11 4 t * L 1I t5 , f to ( Interpretation) and amended in compliance with Chapter 17.145 ( Development Code and Map Amendments).

Section 17.25.040 Zone Classification and Overlay Zone Boundaries Where uncertainty exists as to the boundaries of any zone classification, or overlay zones, the following rules shall apply:
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A. Where boundaries are indicated as approximately following street lines, alley lines, or lot lines, such lines shall be construed to be boundaries.

B. Where boundaries divide lots, the location of such boundaries shall be determined by use of the scale appearing on the underlying map, unless the boundaries are indicated by specific dimensions.

Existing Section 17.25.040 will be modified in the Wildomar Development Code Table of Contents as shown above.

REVISE EXISTING SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 17.35]
Chapter 17.35 Residential Zones

17.35.020 ll . pp- :._.____.
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Section Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements
A. Allowed Uses Table. Table 17 35.020- identifies allowed uses and corresponding approval requirements for the agricultural and rural residential zones subject to compliance with all other provisions of this Title. Descriptions/definitions of many of the land uses can be found in Article 6, Definitions) of this Title.

REVISE EXISTING SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 17.40]
Chapter 17.40 Commercial and Mixed - Use Zones
Section 17.40.020 Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements A. Allowed Uses Table. ;'; C;; :.m[ i 7, 0 2(m 1 identifies allowed uses and corresponding approval requirements for the agricultural and rural cpywnespial and zones subject to compliance with all other provisions of this Title. Descriptions/definitions of many of the land uses can be found in Article 6, ( Definitions) of this Title.

Table 17.40.020-1: Commercial and Mixed - Use Zones —
Allowed Uses and A * * royal Re s uirementa
Allowed Use - G MUH Additional
Automobile service stations, with or
without concurrent sale of beer and
wine.'
Carwashes. of an kind
Fuel station?
Recreational vehicle and boat storage'
Convenience stores, including the sale
of
motor vehicle fuel'
Convenience stores, not including the
sale of motor vehicle fuel
Re uirements
Note applies.

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REVISE EXISTING SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 17.45]
Chapter 17.45 Manufacturing/Industrial and Medical Center Zones Section 17.45.020 Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements A. Allowed Uses Table. Table 17 a5,U20-1 identifies allowed uses and corresponding approval requirements for the agricu • ural and rural manufacturing/industrial and Medical Center zones subject to compliance with all other provisions of this Title. Descriptions/definitions of many of the land uses can be found in Article 6, ( Definitions) of this Title.

Table 17.45.020-1: Manufacturing/Industrial and Medical Center Zones — Allowed Uses and A¥ royal Re r uirements
Allowed Use MMC
Cold storage facilities
Mini-warehouse/storage facility.

Automobile service stations, with or without
concurrent sale of beer and wine for off - premises
consumption'
Gasoline and diesel service stations, not including
the concurrent sale of beer and wine for off
premises consumotioni
Recreational vehicles and; travel trailers and
manufacturing ( with or without on - site sales)
Recreational vehicle and travel trailer manufacturing
Jwithout on - site sales)
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Additional
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Note applies.

Note Applies,
Note:

1. Notwithstanding theabovetahie trse Iavfully existing ppoor to the " Effective Date" of OrdinanceNotwithstanding may continue as originally entitled k u es for which entitlements were_ ranted„prior toethe Adotation Pate Put have not yet started or conipk ed needed improvements and/or started operations, may be improved acid operate as n i e i aid ( C) the uses described by ( a) and ( b) shalm be subject to compliance with ap_plicablIepermits, conditions of approval and,this Code but shall not be considered nonconforming uses subject tto Chapter 1% 2O0 vvhere the entitled use shall be considered allowable ovi3ls. tram• ct css der d b' ahaove REVISE EXISTING SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 17.50]
Chapter 17.50 Public Facilities Zones
Section 17.50.020 Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements A. Allowed Uses Table. Table ' 17 50.02001 identifies allowed uses and corresponding approval requirements for the agricultural and rural p lbli facilities zones subject to compliance with all 475
other provisions of this Title. Descriptions/definitions of many of the land uses can be found in Article 6, ( Definitions) of this Title.

REVISE EXISTING SUBSECTION OF CHAPTER 17.55]
Chapter 17.55 Open Space Zones
Section 17.55.020 Allowed Uses and Approval Requirements A. Allowed Uses Table. Tonle 17.55,020-1 identifies allowed uses and corresponding approval requirements for the agricultural and rural open space zones subject to compliance with all other provisions of this Title. Descriptions/definitions of many of the land uses can be found in Article 6, Definitions) of this Title.

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E. Overlay Zones. AVIo'wable use
cstahlish d key, cl'enter 17°25,,
subject to any provisions app!loahle 1,9 overlay zones
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Chapter 17:59 Overlay Zones
Section 17.59.010 Purpose
The_urpose of, this chapter is to provide apl7roprwate standards and requirements for overlay zones established by Section 17_25,O21W
Section 17.59.020 RESERVED
Reserved.

Section 17'. 9.030 Zone Appllab]Itty
Base zones established by Chapter 17 25. apply asn tkschb d+within Art' 2 of ttr[s tdition_to the applicability of thep ovisions of this Chapter..

Section 17.59.O40 Historic and Downtown District
The followin standards and requirements apply within the Historic and Downtown District ( HDD) overlay zone.

A. ' The r7On__,h?urpose of the liDD overlay . zone is
orderly_development wofan area envisioned as gldomar's Historic Downtown with appropriate rrses walkable,neighborhoods;ar d preservation of the ccirYshistory,

1. Pr°oppsed nonresrdontijl developments within the HDD overly zone greaten' than two ( 2) acres_must initiate ? specific r planned development. if not already in process as initiated by the cityJo prisure coordinated growth, end ,development of the_ovo,lay zone,

2. _ Ferapased nonresidential development in the 1-IDD overl'a zone gust add to or cry a walkable environment that promotes walkirs, bikinq, and active transp rtation.

S. Prohibited uses within the HDD overly; route tafdless cif underiying li e zone, de carwashes sarwr i_gas stations. and stb a,ge facittkiestrroluding_outd,c c r storage of any kind., plan t 911e ou
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ARTICLE 5. STANDARDS RELATED TO SPECIFIC USES
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Chapter 17.220 Recreational Vehicles ( RV) Storage iri Commercial and Agricultural/Rural Residential Zones

17.220.010 Purpose
The..,purpose of this chapter is to establish sfandu ds for the development cf RV stprage„facilitieswithin the commercial and residential zones.
17,220.020 Permit Required
IRV_stereo facility_shaIL be subject to awrr valof entitlement as designated s¢ Article 2 fables of Allowed Land Uses and Approval Requirements.,

17.220.030 Development Standards
A. Setbacks. A minimum 25 - foot street/frontmi landscape setback buffer area shati be provided along tree entire street frontage to enhance. the streetsc err sthetics Only laririsca it i.e.. trees til t ,, ought tolerant shrubs, etc.) is permitted within this setback buffer area. The 25- foot setbackis pmeasured from the ultimate street R - O -W litre.

D. Lot Coverage,,AII RV and boat storage proposals most design' at least 2C34!/ of tare Frontportion of~iheuslte tra RV <: and boat. sales, pr other commercial retail uses_ This area maybe used far clispj ' ofvc alt lc irrovided the vehicles are, placed behind the 25 foot street/front landscape setback note above. The 2©%.st,randard shall not a:14)10o RV and boat storage propose lOJJted idential Z.oninq districts.

1. The area designated for RV and boat storage shall occupy no more than 80%f the protect stew and he located s/commercial retail area.

C. Budding. Materials,

1. Ail RV storage spaces shall trcr ttrrt c covered carports/canopies andesigped_toblend in with. the proposed billings on th project site.

2. All commercial structures/office , buildinysp,_pro.ased shell be consistent with the , city's ccrrrraetcial design standards andg,uidelimes booklet.

D. Walls and Fences.

1. The boundarygr e between the RV/bpat stora :, e,areta and RV sales/commercial retail area shalt include,a ° 8' foot " green wall" to visually screen the storage area from public view,

2. A decorative bloc* wall f! e,sulit faace, slurppsstone, or sire, larj_shall bey„required alone tt7e side entreat' property lines of the area designated for RV and boat storage lo vvrs„wally. screen the storage uses from adjacent residentialorcommercial zoned properties, ra addition a five-foot_t5") wide,,landscape planter strip shall be roc wired aloe • the interior, r prop line of the ar ac r signatecl for RV acid boat stogac e to visrratiy screen. u es frorra adjacent reSidenUa or commercial zonedpropertes., E. Surface Materials.

1. The RV/boat strrra area. shall be made of pervious concrete or standard cone ere ving for ail drive aisles throughout the.project t site.

2. The storage parking stalls shall be made of 5" 6" pervious asphalt base over 6" sub - base layer to a air_ in percolation,
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3. , RV sales romea igaving systen° rupsth bepervoaersconcrete or standard concrete ; avin jii her quality ° r^cad

4. If securityfc rac(nc ei pear rtted_providedat locateel gat tic rear of tine LO4foot landscape buffer noted emabovetry adciit on security ttmcinc shall corn2ly+ with aechon 17.150.050 of fhe Wrldorna,r Muncai l ode.,
F. Nitajoranct Commercial Corridors and Fro a;y Off -Ramps.

1. No facilityls allowed on properttywrtilin 1 000 feel of and r7la ortnrcarnniercial co eew
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s asshuwn in Figure 2u3 and described in Tablem2•2, specifically_Focus ornarGrneral Plan, Land Use Element ( C1hapteo ,21
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Chapter 17.0221 Convenie c L tcr s
Section 17,221,010._ Purpose
The_ourpose of ethrs se,c_tron_ is to provide fr r_thc orderly, clevelot menl + itl in tB`te ty of Wile ornar of convenience stores. not°rvrncludina the sale of motor, vehicle fuel„ ection 17.221,010 Major and Cornrrterciai Corridors and Freeway . LLOff-Kara rs.

No convenience stare facility_ is Wowed on properties within 1,,000 feet front and rind r or onlrrxsr°flat cearridors or freeway off - ramps as ushown in Figure 2-3 and described in Table 2-2spe. rfrcrafly Focus Areas of tt°re WildornarGeneral Plan, Land Use Element ( Chapter 2}.

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Chapter 17.255
Section 17.255.030
Mini-Warehouses/Self-Story e F
Development/Performance standards
P. Prohibited Facilities.

2. No mini -- ware ouselself stora9e fe withor„rt: old or toracle,_+s allowed on pry r'ti s,wpthtrr 1,000 feet from any rriaLcaror o n7r17 rcaadmorridors or freeway off rarns s shown ira Fisrsre 2-3 and described in Table 2 2 ae tt'icat _ FOcus Areas 3q_.: mofthe Wiisiomar eraerralPlan, Land Use Element
ARTICLE 6. DEFINITIONS
Chapter 17.265 Universal Definitions
Add the following Definition to Section alphabetically] Section 17.265.040 " C" Definitions
Carwash, A commercial al facility for washing automobiles, iioht , duty tracks and va rarployeeswash or dry the vehicles; theycustomer washes the vehicle usinq on - site ecaipment car ciri ras t arc tr hPmra_aw.rtornated car wa.shing,and cilrvinq facility, or the customer washes the mvehicle, using equipment.
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food items, beverilgqa and srarall envessniecod honesmm and dlf turn`;stica l goods etc E°it as blblisteroff sits" perretar Slat arty in r l tibl
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it la.aal r exlci rta 5r1 its t a ciderital
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EXHIBIT " B"

HISTORIC AND DOWNTOWN DISTRICT OVERLAY ZONE MAP
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Grand Ave
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Zoning
C-G: Commercial General
C-H: CommercialHighway
M-I: Manufacturing/Industrial
MUH: Mixed Use High
OS: Open Area Combining Zone
PF: Public Facilities
R-1: ResidentialLow
R-2: ResidentialMedium
R-3: ResidentialMedium High
R-A: Residential Agricultural
R-M: ResidentialMountainous
R-R: Rural Residential
ROW: Right of Way 0 1,500
Feet
Historic and Downtown District Overlay Zone
July 30, 2025
DCA2025-04

ATTACHMENT D
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )

COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE )

CITY OF WILDOMAR )
I, Robert Flores, Interim Community Development Director/Planning Commission Secretary of the City of Wildomar, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing PC Resolution No. 2025 — 12 was duly adopted at a special meeting held on July 30, 2025, by the Planning Commission of the City of Wildomar, California, by the following vote:

AYES: Cambero, Golden, King, Vice Chair Bernard, Chair Filar NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

Robert Flores
Interim Community Development Director/
Planning Commission Secretary
City of Wildomar
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1 Robert Flores
From: Ross Hutchings <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 11:14 AM
To: [email protected]
Cc: Gary Sugarman; Steve Mirabito
Subject: [External] Re: Resolution No. 2025-12 – Proposed Restrictions on Self Storage Facility Development Attachments: Wildomar_Resolution_2025-12_Comment_Letter.pdf; Benefits of Self Storage - Leave Behind with Local Decision Makers.pdf

August 5, 2025

To: City of Wildomar
City Council & Community Development/Planning Department 23873 Clinton Keith Road, Suite 201
Wildomar, CA 92595

Subject:

Comments Regarding ResoluƟon No. 2025-12 – Proposed RestricƟons on Self Storage Facility Development

Dear Honorable Mayor, Members of the City Council, and Community Development/Planning Staﬀ,

I am wriƟng in response to ResoluƟon No. 2025-12, which proposes amendments to the City’s Development Code to restrict the development of self storage and RV storage faciliƟes to industrial zones and prohibit them within 1,000 feet of any major commercial corridors or freeway oﬀ-ramps.

The resoluƟon cites concerns raised by the City Council and community over the number of car washes, gas staƟons, and storage faciliƟes within city limits. However, we respecƞully request clariﬁcaƟon on whether the primary moƟvaƟon for this change is a perceived overabundance of such faciliƟes—or rather concerns related to the design, appearance, or placement of these developments in relaƟon to community character.

We strongly believe that self storage faciliƟes play an essenƟal role in a thriving and diverse community. RestricƟng them to limited industrial zones signiﬁcantly diminishes their ability to serve residents and local businesses eﬀecƟvely. 485
2 We would like to highlight several key beneﬁts of self storage that we hope the Council will consider:
 Self storage faciliƟes support local economies. Most are small, locally owned businesses that contribute to the tax base and parƟcipate in community sponsorships, events, and civic engagement.  They serve a wide range of community needs, including:
o Providing aﬀordable and ﬂexible storage for small businesses, many of which are minority- or immigrant-owned and operate without tradiƟonal storefronts. o Oﬀering crucial overﬂow space for residenƟal units, especially as modern housing increasingly lacks adequate storage.
 Environmental and infrastructure beneﬁts include:
o Low traﬃc impact, especially when faciliƟes are located near the communiƟes they serve. o Minimal strain on city resources—they generate few emergency service calls and require li Ʃle public infrastructure maintenance.
o AdapƟve reuse potenƟal, as storage can help revitalize underuƟlized or awkwardly shaped parcels that are unsuitable for other uses.

We recognize and appreciate the City’s desire to thoughƞully manage growth and protect the aestheƟc and funcƟonal character of its neighborhoods. However, we respecƞully request that the Council reconsider the blanket restricƟon of self storage faciliƟes outside industrial zones and instead consider a design- and locaƟon-based approach that allows for well-designed, community-oriented faciliƟes in appropriately zoned commercial areas.

We would welcome the opportunity to speak directly with the Council at a future meeƟng and share more detailed informaƟon on how modern self storage faciliƟes can be compaƟble with—and bene ﬁcial to—the surrounding community. Please see the aƩached fact sheet for addiƟonal insights into the value of self storage.

Thank you for your Ɵme and consideraƟon.

Sincerely.
/g53 /g82 /g86/g86/g3/g43/g88 /g87 /g70 /g75 /g76 /g81 /g74 /g86 /g3 Ross Hutchings, CAE
Executive Director – California Self Storage Association 5325 Elkhorn Blvd., # 283, Sacramento, CA 95842
[email protected]
888.CSSA.207 (888.277.2207) – toll-free office, 949.554.3292 – mobile

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Ross Hutchings
California Self Storage Association
5325 Elkhorn Blvd., #283
Sacramento, CA 95842
888-277-2207
[email protected]

August 5, 2025
To:

City of Wildomar
City Council & Community Development/Planning Department 23873 Clinton Keith Road, Suite 201
Wildomar, CA 92595

Subject: Comments Regarding Resolution No. 2025-12 – Proposed Restrictions on Self Storage Facility Development
Dear Honorable Mayor, Members of the City Council, and Community Development/Planning Staff:

I am writing in response to Resolution No. 2025-12, which proposes amendments to the City’s Development Code to restrict the development of self storage and RV storage facilities to industrial zones and prohibit them within 1,000 feet of any major commercial corridors or freeway off-ramps.

The resolution cites concerns raised by the City Council and community over the number of car washes, gas stations, and storage facilities within city limits. However, we respectfully request clarification on whether the primary motivation for this change is a perceived overabundance of such facilities—or rather concerns related to the design, appearance, or placement of these developments in relation to community character.

We strongly believe that self storage facilities play an essential role in a thriving and diverse community. Restricting them to limited industrial zones significantly diminishes their ability to serve residents and local businesses effectively.
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We would like to highlight several key benefits of self storage that we hope the Council will consider:
• Self storage facilities support local economies. Most are small, locally owned businesses that contribute to the tax base and participate in community sponsorships, events, and civic engagement.
• They serve a wide range of community needs, including:
o Providing affordable and flexible storage for small businesses, many of which are minority- or immigrant-owned and operate without traditional storefronts.
o Offering crucial overflow space for residential units, especially as modern housing increasingly lacks adequate storage.
• Environmental and infrastructure benefits include:
o Low traffic impact, especially when facilities are located near the communities they serve.
o Minimal strain on city resources—they generate few emergency service calls and require little public infrastructure maintenance. o Adaptive reuse potential, as storage can help revitalize underutilized or awkwardly shaped parcels that are unsuitable for other uses.

We recognize and appreciate the City’s desire to thoughtfully manage growth and protect the aesthetic and functional character of its neighborhoods. However, we respectfully request that the Council reconsider the blanket restriction of self storage facilities outside industrial zones and instead consider a design- and location-based approach that allows for well-designed, community-oriented facilities in appropriately zoned commercial areas.

We would welcome the opportunity to speak directly with the Council at a future meeting and share more detailed information on how modern self storage facilities can be compatible with—and beneficial to—the surrounding community. Please see the attached fact sheet for additional insights into the value of self storage.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely;

Ross Hutchings
Ross Hutchings, CAE
Executive Director – California Self Storage Association

Cc: Gary Sugarman, CSSA BOD Chair
Steve Mirabito, CSSA Legislative & Legal Chair
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CITY OF WILDOMAR

NOTICE OF EXEMPTION

TO BE SENT TO: LEAD AGENCY CONTACT:

County of Riverside County Clerk
2724 Gateway Dr.

Riverside, CA 92507

City of Wildomar
23873 Clinton Keith Road, Suite 201
Wildomar, CA 92595
951-677-7751, Ext. 213
Contact Person: Robert Flores,
Interim Community Development Director 
Office of Planning and Research
P.O. Box 3044
Sacramento, CA 95812-3044

PROJECT CASE NO: Development Code Amendment 2025-04
PROJECT APPLICANT/SPONSOR: City of Wildomar
PROJECT LOCATION: Citywide
APN(s): Various
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: City-initiated, Development Code amendment proposing changes to various Chapters of the Wildomar Municipal Code relating to service (gas) stations, carwashes, convenience stores, and storage facilities (indoor and outdoor), including a new Overlay Zone and minor, non- substantive related and non-related clean up revisions.

This is to advise that the City Council of the City of Wildomar acting as the Lead Agency at a noticed public hearing held on [add date] approved the above described Project and determined it to be exempt from further environmental review as described below and in accordance with the requirements contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, and as further defined in the State Guidelines for the implementation of CEQA, as subsequently amended.

EXEMPTION STATUS:
- Ministerial (Sec. 21080(b)(1); Sec. 15268)
- Declared Emergency (Sec. 21080(b)(3); Sec. 15269(a))
- Statutory Exemption
✓ Common Sense
Exemption
Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sense Exemption)
REASONS TO SUPPORT EXEMPTION FINDINGS: Development Code Amendment 2025 -04 and its adopting ordinance involve general policy and procedure making and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that this code amendment and ordinance adoption may have a significant effect on the environment because it reduces development potential in the City by eliminating certain uses as permitted or conditionally permitted uses in the Development Code. In addition, Development Code Amendment No. 2025-04 adds a new overlay that establishes provisions to further reduce impacts within the specific geographical area perceived as the historic downtown. In any case, any potential new development that falls under some of the provisions of this update will require individual entitlement, which require separate CEQA compliance and documentation prior to approval. Ther efore, the additions and revisions proposed can be seen with certainty will not cause any significant impact on the environment.

LEAD AGENCY CONTACT: Robert Flores

PHONE NUMBER: (951) 677-7751, Ext. 213

______________________________________________ _____________________ Robert Flores,Interim Community Development Director Date 490

CITY OF WILDOMAR

REGULAR MEETING

PUBLIC HEARING
Agenda Staff Report # 2.2

Meeting Date: August 13, 2025
SUBJECT:

General Plan Amendment No. 2025-01 (Safety Element) -
Adoption of Resolution to i
ncorporate the of 2022 LHMP into
the Wildomar General Plan, Safety Element (Chapter 9)
SUBMITTED BY:

Robert Flores, Interim Community Development Director
PREPARED BY:

Robert Flores, Interim Community Development Director

ACTION:

1. Determine that General Plan Amendment No. 2025-01, and associated resolution, are exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and CEQA Guidelines, pursuant to the common sense exemption, Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines; and

2. Adopt a Resolution approving General Plan Amendment No. 2025-01 to adopt and incorporate by reference the 2022 Wildomar Local Hazard Mitigation Plan into the Safety Element, based on necessary findings within, and entitled:

RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - ____

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2025-01 AND INCORPORATING BY REFERENCE THE 2022 WILDOMAR LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN INTO THE

WILDOMAR GENERAL PLAN, SAFETY ELEMENT
SUMMARY:

General Plan Amendment No. 2025-01 proposes to incorporate the 2022 Wildomar Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP or Local Hazard Mitigation Plan) into the 2021 Safety Element as provided by Assembly Bill 2140.

BACKGROUND:

On October 13, 2021, the City Council adopted Resolution Nos. 2021-61 and 2021-62 to comprehensively update the Safety Element, as part of the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update. The 2021 update of the Safety Element incorporated, at that time, the latest version of the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan into the Safety Element.

However, on December 13, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-74 to adopt the 2022 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, rendering the prior 2021 incorporation of the LHMP into the Safety Element obsolete.

On December 9, 2024, the City Council comprehensively updated the Wildomar General Plan. However, the Housing and Safety Elements were not updated, rather incorporated, with this process due to their 491
relatively recent update. Therefore, the latest version (2022-2023) of the LHMP has not been incorporated into the Safety Element as provided by Assembly Bill 2140.

Planning Commission Recommendation
:

At its June 30, 2025, regular meeting, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing and voted 5-0 to adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 2025-13, recommending that the City Council find the proposed amendment exempt from further environmental review, approve General Plan Amendment No. 2025-01, and adopt the associated resolution attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

DISCUSSION:

Local Hazard Mitigation Planning
:

Local Hazard mitigation planning is the process of assessing vulnerabilities, measuring risk, identifying strategies for risk reductions, and assigning responsible parties to carry out appropriate action. This process involves a comprehensive study of multiple hazards that could impact a given municipality including natural, human-caused, and technological hazards. The planning process requires several stakeholders, including members of the public, coming together in a collective effort to attain a common objective of managing disaster-related risk.

A Local Hazard Mitigation Plan is the output of this planning process and serves as a local municipality’s long-term roadmap for community resiliency. Local municipalities are responsible for preparing, adopting, maintaining, and updating, a LHMP, once it has been reviewed by the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

Additionally, the Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires a community to have an approved LHMP in order to be eligible to apply for and receive FEMA hazard mitigation funds. Once a LHMP is adopted, FEMA requires that the LHMP be updated every five years.

The City of Wildomar prepared its 2022-2023 LHMP in accordance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 and FEMA regulations under 44 CFR Part 201. The process included internal collaboration among subject matter experts to evaluate hazards, update mitigation strategies, and ensure alignment with city policies, the General Plan, and regulatory frameworks.

Key Findings of the LHMP
:

The LHMP identifies natural and human-caused hazards that could impact Wildomar, including earthquakes, wildfires, flooding, drought, and hazardous materials incidents. Earthquake and power outages were rated with the highest severity and probability, with earthquakes being the most extreme hazard for the city. The plan provides a detailed risk assessment, identifies vulnerable populations and critical facilities, and outlines a prioritized list of mitigation strategies to reduce long-term risk. These strategies include protection of critical facilities, public awareness and education initiatives, and improved coordination among partners. The plan supports integration with other planning tools and ensures the City remains eligible for FEMA hazard mitigation funding.

Assembly Bill (AB) 2140
:

To increase opportunity for financial assistance under the California Disaster Assistance Act, AB 2140 requires incorporation of the 2022 Wildomar Local Hazard Mitigation Plan into the Wildomar General Plan, Safety Element by reference.

PUBLIC NOTICING:
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The proposed General Plan Amendment (GPA 2025-01) is citywide. Consistent with applicable Wildomar Municipal Code provisions and exceeding applicable state law provisions, a public notice was published in the Press Enterprise Newspaper, a local newspaper of general circulation, at least 10 days prior to the public hearing. Since this amendment is not associated with any specific development project, the provisions of Ordinance 135 requiring public hearing site posting do not apply. Since this amendment is not associated with any specific development project, the provisions of Section 17.125.070(B)(2)(f), as described in Ordinance 135, requiring site posting do not apply.

As of the preparation of this Staff Report, no public comment has been received regarding the proposed amendment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

CEQA Determination/Finding
:

The LHMP is a planning document that identifies potential hazards and outlines strategies to reduce risk; it does not authorize or approve any specific development or physical improvements. As such, the adoption of the LHMP does not have the potential to result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Any future projects identified in the plan would be subject to separate environmental review, if applicable.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The fiscal impacts associated with the drafting, legal review, and implementation of this resolution are covered by the Department’s Operating Budget of General Fund.

ATTACHMENTS:

Attachment A - CC Resolution 2025-[Next in Order]
Attachment B - Resolution Exhibit A - Wildomar Safety Element Attachment C - Resolution Exhibit B - LHMP
Attachment D - NOE
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ATTACHMENT A

City Council Resolution No. 2025-[NEXT IN ORDER]
for GPA 2025-01

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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - ____

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA , APPROVING GENERAL PL AN
AMENDMENT NO. 2025 -01 AND INCORPORATING BY
REFERENCE THE 2022 W ILDOMAR LOCAL HAZARD

MITIGATION PLAN INTO THE WILDOMAR GENERA L PLAN,
SAFETY ELEMENT.

WHEREAS, the City of Wildomar (“City”) is a general law city and a municipal corporation of the State of California; and
WHEREAS, staff has determined that General Plan Amendment ( GPA) 2025-01 revisions are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and CEQA Guidelines, in accordance with Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines in that the amendments involve general policy and procedure making, and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the amendments will have a signifi cant effect on the environment; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 17. 145 of the Wildomar Municipal Code and California Government Code, Section 65800, et seq. , the City Council of the City of Wildomar (“City Council”) has the authority to act on the proposed GPA No. 2025-01 and adopting resolution; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with Section 17.125.070 of the Wildomar Municipal Code, the Community Development Department on August 3, 2025, published a legal notice in the Press Enterprise, a local newspaper of general circulation, notifying the general public of the August 13, 2025 City Council hearing where the Council discussed the proposed GPA No. 2025-01; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of Wildomar unanimously recommend, with the adoption of PC Resolution 2025 -13, that the City Council approve and adopt GPA No. 2025-01.

WHEREAS, incorporat ion by reference of the current Wildomar Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, into the adopted Safety Element as required by AB 2140 will increase opportunities for financial assistance under the California Disaster Assistance Act; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Chapter 17.60 of the Development Code of the Wildomar Municipal Code, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing to discuss GPA No. 2025-04 on August 13, 2025, and at which time interested persons had an opportunity to testify in support of, or oppositi on to the proposed amendment, and at which time the City Council received public testimony concerning the proposed code amendment.
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR , CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. RECITALS AND EXHIBITS
That the foregoing Recitals and attached exhibits are true and correct and are hereby incorporated by this reference.

SECTION 2. CEQA ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION
In accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), Public Resources Code § 21000, et seq., and the CEQA Guidelines, Section § 15000, et seq., General Plan Amendment No. 2025 -01, and its supporting adopting resolution, is exempt from further environmental review, based on the common sense exemption, CEQA Guideline Section 15061(b)(3), in that the amendments involve general policy and procedure making as the amendment simply replaces an outdated version of the Local Haza rd Mitigation Plan that is already adopted into the Safety Element. The LHMP is a planning document that identifies potential hazards and outlines strategies to reduce risk; it does not authorize or approve any specific development or physical improvements. As such, the adoption of the LHMP does not have the potential to result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Any future projects identified in the plan would be subject to separate environmental review, if applicable.

SECTION 3. REQUIRED GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT FINDINGS
In accordance with the provisions of Section 17.60.030 of the Wildomar Municipal Code, and that based on the foregoing recitals and the evidence contained in the Administrative Record, the City Council hereby makes the following findings in support of approval of General Plan Amendment No. 2025 -01, and adoption of the associated resolution:

(a) New conditions or circumstances disclosed during the review process justify modifying the General Plan.

Evidence: A new version of the Wildomar LHMP was adopted by the city, thereby requiring a new incorporation by reference into the Safety Element.

(b) Tthe modifications are in the public interest.

Evidence: Incorporation of the LHMP into the Safety Element w ill allow for increase opportunity for financial assistance and hazard mitigation funding that is in the public interest.

Evidence: As the Safety Element outlines, safety, resilience, adaptation, and emergency preparedness is part of the City of Wildomar vision, which is consistent with the LHMP.
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(d) That it would not create an internal inconsistency among the elements of the General Plan

Evidence: The LHMP was compared to the existing policies within the Safety Element and was found similar and consistent. Therefore, the LHMP is internally consistent with the remaining General Plan due to the Safety Element’s internal consistency.

SECTION 4. APPROVAL AND ADOPTON
That based on the foregoing Recitals, Evidence in the Administrative Record and Findings, as set forth herein, the City Council hereby approves GPA 2025-01 and adopts this resolution that incorporates by reference the 2022 Wildomar Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (Exhibit B) into the Safety Element (Exhibit A) attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 5. REPEAL OF CONFLICTING PROVISIONS
That all provisions of any resolution in effect prior to the effective date of this Resolution as adopted by the City Council that are in conflict with the provisions of this Resolution are hereby repealed.

SECTION 6. SEVERABILITY
If any Chapter, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this resolution, is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision will not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this resolution. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this resolution, and each Chapter, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more Sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 7. EFFECTIVE DATE.

That this resolution shall take effect immediately upon the date of adoption.

SECTION 8. CERTIFICATION
That the City Clerk shall certify as to the adoption of this Resolution and shall cause the same to be processed in the manner required by law.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 13th day of August, 2025.

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Ashlee DePhillippo
Mayor
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APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:

____________________________ ____________________________ Thomas D. Jex Janet Morales, CMC
City Attorney City Clerk

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1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................. 1 Purpose, Scope, and Content ....................................................................................................................................... 1 Regulatory Framework ................................................................................................................................................ 2 Relationship to Other Documents................................................................................................................................ 3 Relationship to the Emergency Management Department .......................................................................................... 4 Hazard Reduction ........................................................................................................................................................ 4 Vulnerable Communities ............................................................................................................................................. 5 Climate Change Vulnerability ..................................................................................................................................... 8

2. Existing Conditions ................................................................................................................................................... 11 Code Conformance and Development Regulations ................................................................................................... 12 Seismic and Geologic Hazards .................................................................................................................................. 14 Flood and Inundation Hazards ................................................................................................................................... 28 Fire Hazards .............................................................................................................................................................. 41 Air pollution .............................................................................................................................................................. 54 Hazardous Waste and Materials ................................................................................................................................ 60 Disaster Preparedness, Response, and Recovery ....................................................................................................... 64 Additional Climate-Related Hazards ......................................................................................................................... 74 Appendices
Appendix A: Vulnerability Assessment Results ......................................................................................................... 90

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Tables
Table S-1: Chances of Significant Earthquakes on Major Riverside County Faults ............................................ 16 Table S-2: Fires in Wildomar, 1950-2019 ............................................................................................................. 45 Table S-3: Implementation Measures .................................................................................................................... 81 Figures
Regional Fault Lines ............................................................................................................................ 17 Seismic Hazard Program Liquefaction Zone ....................................................................................... 19 Landslide Susceptibility ....................................................................................................................... 20 Subsidence Zone .................................................................................................................................. 23 Flood Hazard Zones ............................................................................................................................. 31 Dam Inundation .................................................................................................................................... 34 Fire Hazard Severity Zones .................................................................................................................. 43 Wildland/Urban Interface ..................................................................................................................... 44 Historical Wildfire Perimeters .............................................................................................................. 46 Diesel Particulate Percentile ................................................................................................................. 57 Ozone Percentile .................................................................................................................................. 58 PM2.5 Percentile .................................................................................................................................... 59 Residential Parcels with Evacuation Constraints ................................................................................. 67

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1. INTRODUCTION

PURPOSE, SCOPE, AND CONTENT
The Safety Element conveys the City of Wildomar’s (City’s) goals, policies, and actions to minimize the hazards to safety in and around Wildomar. This Safety Element will replace the 2003 County/City Safety Element upon adoption. It identifies the natural and human- caused hazards that affect existing and future development and provides guidelines for protecting residents, employees, visitors, and other community members from injury and death. It describes present and expected future conditions and sets policies and standards for improved public safety. The Safety Element also seeks to minimize physical harm to the buildings and infrastructure in and around Wildomar to reduce damage to local economic systems, community services, and ecosystems.

Some degree of risk is inevitable because the potential for many disasters cannot be completely eliminated and the ability to predict such disasters is limited. T he goal of the Safety Element is to reduce the risk of injury, death, property loss, and other hardships to acceptable levels. One of the fundamental values of the Vision for Wildomar, as adopted by the City Council on April 12, 2017 (via Resolution No. 2017-12), highlights the importance of safety to the people of Wildomar:
“The City of Wildomar will be a safe and active community with responsible growth and quality infrastructure while keeping a hometown feel.”
This “value” underlies the policy direction of the Safety Element and is further defined by the following Vision statement:
“Considerable protection from natural hazards such as earthquakes, fire, flooding, slope failure, and other hazardous conditions is now built into the pattern of development authorized by the General Plan.”
Based on the direction provided by the Vision, and in compliance with state law, the primary objective of the Safety Element is to “reduce death, injuries, property damage, and economic and social impact from hazards.” The Safety Element serves the following functions:
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• Facilitates the identification and mitigation of hazards for new development, and thus strengthens existing codes, project review, and permitting processes. • Presents policies directed at identifying and reducing hazards in existing development. • Strengthens earthquake, flood, inundation, and wildland fire preparedness planning and post -disaster reconstruction policies.
• Identifies how hazards are likely to increase in frequency and intensity in the future and provides policies to increase community resilience.

REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
Under state law, all counties and incorporated communities in California must prepare a General Plan , which must address several topics, one of which is public health and safety. The Safety Element addresses this topic in accordance with state requirements, which are laid out in California law, particularly Section 65302(g) of the California Government Code. State law requires that the Safety Element address the following:
• Protect the community from risks associated with a variety of hazards, including seismic activity, landslides, flooding, and wildfire, as required by the California Government Code Section 65302(g)(1). • Map and assess the risk associated with flood hazards, develop policies to minimize the flood risk to new development and essential public facilities, and establish effective working relationships among agencies with flood protection responsibilities, as required by California Government Code Section 65302(g)(2).
• Map and assess the risk associated with wildfire hazards, develop policies to reduce the wildfire risk to new land uses and essential facilities, ensure there is adequate road and water infrastructure to respond to wildfire emergencies, and establish cooperative relationships between wildfire protection agencies, as required by California Government Code Section 65302(g)(3). • Assess the risks associated with climate change on local assets, populations, and resources. Note existing and planned development in at -risk areas and identify agencies responsible for providing public health and safety and environmental protection. Develop goals, policies, and objectives to reduce the risks associated with climate change impacts, including locating new public facilities outside of at-risk areas, providing adequate infrastructure in at -risk areas, and supporting natural infrastructure for climate adaptation, as required by California Government Code Section 65302(g)(4). 504

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• Identify residential developments in any hazard area identified that do not have at least two emergency evacuation routes, as required by California Government Code Section 65302(g)(5).

RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER DOCUMENTS
The Wildomar Safety Element does not exist in a vacuum but is instead one of several plans that address public safety and related topics. The Safety Element must be consistent with these other plans to minimize conflicts between documents and ensure that the City has a unified strategy to address public safety issues. The Safety Element incorporates information, technical analyses, and policies from these other documents where appropriate to help support this consistency.

OTHER GENERAL PLAN ELEMENTS
The Safety Element is one of several elements of the Wildomar General Plan. Other social, economic, political, and aesthetic factors must be considered and balanced with safety needs. Rather than compete with the policies of related elements, the Safety Element provides policy direction and designs safety improvements that complement the intent and policies of other General Plan elements. Crucial relationships exist between the Safety Element and the other General Plan elements. How land uses are determined in areas prone to natural hazards, what regulations limit development in these areas, and how hazards are mitigated for existing development, are all issues that tie the elements together. For instance, Land Use Element diagrams and policies must consider the potential for various hazards identified in the Safety Element and must be consistent with the policies to address those hazards. The Multipurpose Open Space Element is also closely tied to the Safety Element. Floodplains, for example, are not only hazard areas, but often serve as sensitive habitat for threatened or endangered species or provide recreation or passive open space opportunities for residents and visitors. As such, flood and inundation policies balance the need to protect public health and safety with the need to protect habitat and open space. Safety Element policies, especially those concerning evacuation routes and critical facilities, must also be consistent with those of the Circulation Element. The C ity’s Circulation Plan routes are considered the backbone routes for evacuation purposes. Policies and information in this Safety Element should not conflict with those in other elements.

CITY OF WILDOMAR LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
The City of Wildomar’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) is a plan to identify and profile hazard conditions, analyze risk to people and facilities, and develop mitigation actions to reduce or eliminate hazard risks in Wildomar. The City prepared the LHMP in accordance with the federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 505

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and the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) LHMP guidance. The mitigation actions in the LHMP include both short -term and long- term strategies, and involve planning, policy changes, programs, projects, and other activities. The LHMP and Safety Element address similar issues, but the Safety Element provides a higher -level framework and set of policies, while the LHMP focuses on more specific mitigation, often short-term, actions. The LHMP, as its name implies, focuses on mitigation-related actions, while the Safety Element also includes policies related to emergency response, recovery, and preparation activities. The current LHMP, as certified by FEMA, is incorporated into this Safety Element by reference, as permitted by California Government Code Section 65302.6. It is available online at: https://www.cityofwildomar.org/314/Local- Hazard-Mitigation-Plan.

RELATIONSHIP TO THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
The County of Riverside Emergency Management Department (EMD) is responsible for providing emergency management services. EMD has four divisions that combine traditional emergency management, public health disaster management, and emergency medical services into a single, comprehensive, all hazards department.

EMD works with local cities such as Wildomar , fire and law enforcement agencies, and special districts to support and implement emergency mitigation and preparation activities across Riverside County, secure resources for first responders, and coordinate with state and federal emergency agencies. EMD’s emergency preparation and response activities, including many of the Safety Element policies implemented by the City in coordination with EMD, are laid out in this Safety Element.

HAZARD REDUCTION
Hazard-reduction programs are designed to improve the safety of existing development. For example, older structures, built to superseded code standards, may need seismic upgrading. Owners of older structures may voluntarily upgrade, be strongly incentivized to upgrade, or be required to do so. Additional examples of hazard- reduction programs include:
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• Planning for emergency response at the government and individual level to reduce the risk to the public from hazards; and
• Identifying unsafe structures and posting public notices.

To reduce hazards in areas mapped as hazard zones, the City of Wildomar uses a combination of methods:
• Special investigation and reporting requirements;
• Land use planning;
• Real-estate disclosure;
• Incentives to encourage hazard mitigation;
• Public education; and
• Disincentives, including fines and fees for those who choose to take the risk of that hazard.

VULNERABLE COMMUNITIES
Due to financial limitations, mobility challenges, and lack of access to medical care, the most vulnerable populations to environmental pollution and other hazards include households in poverty, seniors living alone, outdoor workers, and persons experiencing homelessness. Based on the CalEnviroScreen 3.0 model, which uses pollution and population characteristic indicators to assess pollution burden within communities, overall pollution burden is relatively low .
1 However, there are communities that may be disproportionately impacted by pollution and hazards.

Low-income communities in Wildomar provide an effective lens for assessing where pollution and hazards may disproportionately be affecting vulnerable communities. Therefore, this Safety Element defines v ulnerable communities as low-income areas that are disproportionately affected by environmental pollution and other hazards that can lead to negative health effects. A low-income area is defined as an area with household incomes at or below 80 percent of the statewide median income or with household incomes at or below the threshold

1 California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment. 2018. CalEnviroScreen 3.0. https://oehha.ca.gov/calenviroscreen/report/calenviroscreen-30. 507

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designated as low income by the Department of Housing and Community Development’s list of state income limits, which is approximately $59,993 in Wildomar.

Vulnerable communities in Wildomar are particularly affected by pollution and hazards in the northwest region of the city, along Corydon Road and Mission Trail. Vulnerable communities are often affected first and at greater levels by pollution and climate -related impacts. These communities are burdened with poor er air quality and pollution and face a higher risk of flood and wildfire hazards. More specifically, air quality impacts are associated with elevated concentration levels of diesel particulate, ozon e, and particulate matter 2.5 (PM 2.5).

Although flood risk is present, the 100- and 500-year flood zone is limited to areas along the city boundary, near Corydon Road and Mission Trail. To the east of Interstate 15 ( I-15), vulnerable communities are within a very high wildfire hazard severity zone.

Some hazards, such as toxins or traffic hazards , may be dangerous enough to harm human health in isolation.

However, some hazards may not be harmful to health by themselves, but become harmful when combined with other health risks to a community. This is a compounded health risk, often referred to as cumulative risk. Today, people are often exposed to multiple health risks, such as ozone and particulate matter, while concurrently living in unhealthy housing conditions and/or experiencing poverty and other s ocioeconomic stressors that are associated with negative health outcomes. These conditions are experienced more often by vulnerable communities.
“Environmental justice” is defined in California law as the fair treatment of people of all races, cultures, and incomes with respect to the development, adoption, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies. “Environmental justice” includes, but is not limited to, all of the following:
• The availability of a healthy environment for all people. • The deterrence, reduction, and elimination of pollution burdens for populations and communities experiencing the adverse effects of that pollution, so that the effects of the pollution are not disproportionately borne by those populations and communities. • Governmental entities engaging and providing technical assistance to populations and communities most impacted by pollution to promote their meaningful participation in all phases of the environmental and land use decision-making process.
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Environmental justice in the community can be implemented in various ways , such as through policies and actions that improve sustainability and resilience, protect community health, and prioritize safety. This Safety Element identifies where vulnerable communities experience existing and likely future hazardous conditions and other public safety issues in Wildomar and incorporates environmental justice into its policies and actions to address specific hazards for vulnerable communities in Wildomar. These policies and actions aim to reduce the unique or compounded health risks.

CLIMATE CHANGE VULNERABILITY
Changes to the global climate system are expected to affect future occurrences of natural hazards in and around Wildomar. Many hazards are projected to become more frequent and more intense in coming years and decades, and in some cases, these trends have already begun. According to California’s Fourth Climate Change Assessment,2 Wildomar can expect the following changes to climate-related hazard events:
• Both droughts and floods are expected to become more frequent as precipitation is expected to occur in fewer, more intense storms due to climate change. Although Wildomar is likely to experience little change in overall precipitation levels from climate change, the region is also expected to see an increase in the number of extreme precipitation events. As a result, floods are expected to occur more often in Wildomar, and climate change may expand the parts of the city that are considered flood-prone. Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and severity of droughts that cause soil to dry out and condense. When precipitation does return, more water runs off the surface rather than being absorbed into the ground, which can lead to floods.
• Warmer temperatures are projected to cause an increase in extreme heat events. Because extreme heat is relative to the area, this means that extreme heat events may occur anywhere in Riverside County. The number of extreme heat days, defined in Wildomar as a day when the high temperature is at least 105 degrees Fahrenheit (°F), is expected to rise from a historical annual average of 4 to between 25 and 37 by the middle of the century (2041 to 2060), and to between 34 and 58 by the end of the century (2070 to 2099). In addition to the increases in extreme heat events, Wildomar is expected to see an increase in the average daily high temperatures. Extreme heat poses a significant human health risk, especially to senior citizens, outdoor workers, and persons who do not have access to adequate cooling, including

2 Bedsworth, Louise, Dan Cayan, Guido Franco, Leah Fisher, Sonya Ziaja. (California Governor’s Office of Planning and Research, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, California Energy Commission, California Public Utilities Commission). 2018. Statewide Summary Report. California’s Fourth Climate Change Assessment. Publication number: SUMCCCA4-2018-013. 510

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people experiencing homelessness. Some buildings and infrastructure systems may be damaged by very high temperatures, constraining their ability to meet community needs. • Climate change can increase the rates of infection for various diseases because many of the animals that carry diseases are more active during warmer weather. There are a number of diseases that are linked to climate change and can be harmful to the health of Wildomar community members, such as hantavirus pulmonary syndrome, Lyme disease, West Nile fever, and influenza. Many of these diseases are carried by animals, such as mice and rats, ticks, and mosquitos, which are usually seen as pests even if they do not cause infections. Warmer temperatures earlier in the spring and later in the winter can cause these animals to be active for longer periods, increasing the time that these diseases can be transmitted. • Wildomar is expected to see an increase in wildfires due to hotter, drier weather. Although the risk is greatest in the forested areas of western Riverside County along the San Jacinto Mountains, Wildomar may still experience an increase in wildfire activi ty. More frequent regional wildfires may also create poor air quality. Wildfire activity across Riverside County is expected to increase approximately 16 percent above historic levels by the middle of the century. • Severe weather events, such as strong storms and high winds, may become more frequent and intense due to climate change. Climate change is expected to cause an increase in intense rainfall, which is usually associated with strong storm systems. Heavy rainfall may also contribute to an increased risk of landslides in the hills around Wildomar. In western Riverside County, most severe weather is linked to high winds. The types of dangers posed by severe weather vary widely and include injuries or deaths, damage to buildings and structures, fallen trees, roads blocked by debris, and fires sparked by lightning.

VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT RESULTS
Under California law, the S afety Element is required to include a vulnerability assessment that looks at how people, buildings, infrastructure, and other key community assets may be affected by climate change. The City conducted a Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment in spring of 2021, to analyze Wildomar’s susceptibility to climate-related hazards. The City of Wildomar’s vulnerability assessment, prepared in accordance with the most recent available guidance in the California Adaptation Planning Guide , assesses how eight different climate-related hazards (air quality, drought, extreme heat, flooding, human health hazards, landslides, severe weather, and wildfire) may affect 56 different population groups and community assets. Each population or asset received a score of V1 (minimal vulnerability) to V5 (severe vulnerability) for each climate-related hazard.

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Populations in Wildomar tend to be vulnerable to extreme heat, human health hazards, and wildfire, which directly affect health outcomes. As discussed previously, the most vulnerable communities include households in poverty, seniors living alone, outdoor workers, and persons experiencing homelessness. Vulnerable populations, especially those located on single -access roads, are also highly vulnerable to hazards, such as landslides, severe weather, flooding, and wildfire.

Citywide, energy delivery is vulnerable to multiple hazards, including severe weather, such as high winds that can trigger public safety power shutoff ( PSPS) events, extreme heat that reduces the capacity and strains the system, and wildfires that damage the system, ultimately disrupting energy service. These conditions can damage communication infrastructure, decreasing network capacity. There may be a higher demand for communication services during severe weather, potentially putting stress on the network and increasing the risk of service interruptions. Furthermore, energy delivery services, specifically electricity delivery, is subject to harm during extreme heat events. Extreme heat can lead to power outages by causing mechanical failure of grid equipment, heat damage to power lines, and by creating a high demand for electricity to power air conditioners, all of which place stress on the network. This is likely to lead to greater service disruptions.

An increase in droughts, extreme heat, and wildfire create higher vulnerabilities for chaparral, woodland, and grassland habitat. Drought and extreme heat can stress vegetation, weakening or killing a variety of native species and habitats. Although chaparral, woodland, and grassland in the region are adapted to infrequent, low- intensity wildfire, many native species are still vulnerable to large and intense wildfire events. Moreover, grasslands pose an extreme risk due to their high, easily ignitable fuel loads and the invasion of non- native species has greatly increased the risk of severe wildfire events. Pests, such as shot hole borers, have increased due to drought and higher temperatures that impact tree health and make them more vulnerable to pests. Such pests can decimate woodland habitats and these species may not be able to recover. This can in turn affect local economic activities in Wildomar, such as outdoor recreation activities and commercial activity from visitors that travel through the city to get to state and national parks and forests.

PSPS events can also create vulnerabilities for Wildomar community members. The vast majority of homes and businesses do not have backup power supplies, so a loss of electricity can cause a loss of refrigeration for food and medical supplies, limit cooking, cause loss of heating or cooling (particularly dangerous during extreme heat or cold events), lighting, and limited or no access to the Internet or other information systems. Many businesses are forced to close during a PSPS, causing economic hardships a nd depriving community members of important services, such as grocery stores, gas stations, and banks/ATMs. PSPS events may also be harmful to people who depend on electrically powered medical devices. Some property owners have purchased backup power generators, although these produce high levels of noise, pollution, and odors. 512

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The Safety Element includes goals, policies, and implementation measures to increase community resilience and help lower vulnerability scores, particularly for the populations and assets that received a score of V4 or V5 in the Vulnerability Assessment. A full list of the Vulnerability Assessment results can be found in Appendix A.

2. EXISTING CONDITIONS
This section outlines the existing and likely future hazardous conditions and other public safety issues in Wildomar, including:
• Code conformance and development regulations
• Seismic and geologic hazards
• Flood and inundation hazards
• Fire hazards (urban and wildland)
• Hazardous waste and materials
• Disaster preparedness, response, and recovery
• Drought
• Extreme heat
• Severe weather
This section provides details pertaining to probable locations each hazard or issue is likely to occur (per availability of data), past notable events in and around Wildomar, agencies responsible for providing protection from these public safety issues, and other background information required by the S tate of California Government Code Section 65302(g)(4). Goals and policies are identified following the discussion of each hazard identified, and implementation measures that support one or more of the Safety Element policies are provided in Table S-3 at the end of this Safety Element.

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vulnerability assessment prepared for western Riverside County as part of the Resilient IE project . This Vulnerability Assessment refines the findings from Resilient IE to focus on the City of Wildomar , thus more accurately reflecting the conditions and characteristics unique to Wildomar.

The Vulnerability Assessment considers the threats from all relevant climate-related hazards, which are events or physical conditions that have the potential to cause harm or loss and emphasizes changes to hazard frequency and severity due to climate change. The V ulnerability Assessment also assesses populations or assets facing potential harm from the hazards. This includes the risk of physical damage to buildings and infrastructure, social vulnerability of persons likely to be disproportionately harmed by hazards, potential disruption to the City’s economic engines, loss of important services, and damage to sensitive ecosystems. The results of the Vulnerability Assessment are integrated into the hazards and other public safety issues previously mentioned.

A full list of the Vulnerability Assessment results is also provided in Appendix A.

CODE CONFORMANCE AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS
The City of Wildomar Department of Building and Safety provides technical expertise in reviewing and enforcing the City Building and Fire Codes. These codes establish site -specific investigation requirements, construction standards, and inspection procedures to ensure that development does not pose a threat to the health, safety, and welfare of the public. Every three years , the City’s Building and Fire Codes are adopted from the California Building and Fire Codes. The se codes contain baseline minimum standards to guard against unsafe development.

At a minimum, it is imperative to enforce the most recently adopted regulatory codes for new development and significant redevelopment, including the City’s Zoning Ordinance and Land Use Ordinance (e.g., Water- Efficient Landscape Ordinance) , which support the California Building and Fire Codes . The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) adds another level of safety review, requiring that environmental constraints be considered prior to approval of development projects. Additional guidelines and standar ds are introduced through the Safety Element . Special development regulations can reinforce and augment existing code standards by raising the level of hazard -conscious project design and mitigation engineering. Examples include additional geologic/geotechnical investigation and additional reinforcement of foundations in areas of potential ground failure.

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Where engineering methods cannot mitigate the hazards, avoidance of the hazard is appropriate, such as where ground rupture along active or potentially active fault traces are identified during project investigation. Special minimum setbacks away from active faults, which are already required for critical facilities, can also be defined for other structures and lifelines.

GOAL S-1: To provide development regulations consistent with State of California requirements and best practices.

POLICY S-1 Enforce state laws aimed at identification, inventory, and retrofit of existing vulnerable structures and mitigate hazard impacts through adoption and strict enforcement of current building codes, which will be amended as necessary when local deficiencies are identified.

POLICY S-2 Continue to enforce penalties against grading without permits and ensure the restoration of land damaged or degraded from grading activities. Continue to educate the public about the benefits of grading with permits and the penalties for grading without them. If the penalties are determined to be ineffective, explore whether levying greater penalties would be more effective in deterring illega l grading and ensuring proper restoration of damaged lands.

POLICY S-3 Incorporate the current City of Wildomar Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, as adopted by the Federal E mergency Management Agency, into this Safety Element by reference, as permitted by California Government Code Section 65302.6.

POLICY S-4 Require structural and non-structural assessment and, when necessary, mitigation of other types of potentially hazardous buildings that:
(1) Are undergoing substantial repair or improvements resulting in more than half of the assessed property value, or
(2) Are considered an element of blight in a redevelopment district. Potential implementation measures may include:

Use of variances, tax rebates, fee waivers, credits, or public recognition as incentives.
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Inventory and structural assessment of potentially hazardous buildings based on screening methods developed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Development of a mandatory retrofit program for hazardous, high-occupancy, essential, dependent, or high-risk facilities.

Development of a mandatory program requiring public posting of seismically vulnerable buildings.

SEISMIC AND GEOLOGIC HAZARDS
Seismic and geologic hazards are risks caused by the movement of different parts of the Earth’s crust, or surface.

Seismic hazards include earthquakes and hazardous events caused by them. Geologic hazards are other hazards involving land movements that are not linked to seismic activity and are capable of inflicting harm to people or property.

SEISMIC HAZARDS
Seismic activity occurs along boundaries in the Earth’s crust, called faults. Pressure along the fault s build over time and is ultimately released, resulting in ground shaking that we refer to as an earthquake. Earthquakes can also trigger other hazards, including surface rupture (cracks in the ground surface), liquefaction (causing loose soil to lose its s trength), landslides, and subsidence (sinking of the ground surface). Earthquakes and other seismic hazards often damage or destroy property and public infrastructure, and falling objects or structures pose a risk of injury or death.

While Wildomar is at risk from many natural and human -caused hazards, the event with the greatest potential for loss of life or property and economic damage is an earthquake. This is true for most of Southern California, since damaging earthquakes affect widespread areas, trigger many secondary effects that can overwhelm the ability of local jurisdictions to respond. In Wildomar, earthquake-triggered effects include ground shaking, fault rupture, landslides, liquefaction, subsidence, and seiches. Earthquake s can also cause human -caused hazards such as urban fires, dam failures, and toxic chemical releases.

Earthquake risk is very high in the western portion of Riverside County, including the City of Wildomar, due to the presence of two of California’s most active faults, the San Andreas and San Jacinto Faults. Most of the loss of life and injuries from earthquakes are due to damage and collapse of buildings and structures. Building codes for new construction have generally been made more stringent following damaging earthquakes. However, in 516

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Wildomar, structures built prior to the enactment of these improved building codes have generally not been upgraded to current standards and are vulnerable in earthquakes. Comprehensive hazard mitigation programs that include the identification and mapping of hazards, prudent planning and enforcement of building codes, and expedient retrofitting and rehabilitation of weak structures can significantly reduce the scope of an earthquake disaster.

Western Riverside County contains parts of several known active and potentially active earthquake faults, including the San Andreas Fault, San Jacinto Fault, and Elsinore Fault. The San Andreas Fault, the largest fault in California, runs from the Salton Sea north along the east side of the Coachella Valley, continuing north along the Transverse and Coast Ranges until running offshore in Mendocino County. The San Jacinto Fault runs from the Imperial Valley northwest through western Riverside County until it ends at the Cajon Pass. The Elsinore Fault zone extends from western Imperial County to the Chino Hills and runs along Riverside County’s western border with Orange County. Historically, the San Andreas Fault is the most active among the fault network that cuts through rocks of the California coastal region. The San Jacinto Fault has had a higher level of moderate to large earthquakes during the past 50 to 100 years, although the rate of slip is not as high. The main trace of the Elsinore Fault zone has only seen one historical event greater than magnitude 5.2 – the earthquake of 1910, a magnitude 6 near Temescal Valley. Wildomar has experienced several noticeable ground movement incidents over the past years, but no local damage was sustained. Active faults located in close proximity to the city or that can cause damage to the city, include the following:
• Elsinore Fault Zone: This fault zone, which includes the Wildomar and Wolf Valley Faults, passes through the city on the west side of I-15. The fault zone is capable of generating earthquakes ranging in magnitude between 6.5 and 7.5.
• Wildomar Fault: As depicted on Figure 1 -0, this fault strand of the Elsinore F ault zone runs northwest/southeast and is located in the city approximately 2,000 to 4,000 feet west of I-15. The areas adjacent to the fault are within a “Special Studies Zone,” as designated under the Alquist-Priolo Special Study Zone Act of 1972.
• San Andreas Fault Zone: This fault zone, located approximately 50 miles northeast of the city , is the dominant active fault in California. The maximum credible earthquake from this fault zone is a magnitude 8.3.
• San Jacinto Fault Zone: This fault zone is located approximately 30 miles northeast of the city and has a maximum credible earthquake magnitude of 7.5.
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In addition to these active faults, two potentially active faults, the Agua Caliente Fault zone and the Murrieta Hot Springs Fault, are also located near the city. In the event of an earthquake, the location of the epicenter, as well as the time of day and season of the year, would have a profound effect on the number of deaths and casualties, as well as property damage. There are a number of small-scale earthquakes that happen weekly, but larger scale or catastrophe shaking is less likely. Property and human life in Wildomar are at risk for a significant earthquake causing catastrophic damage and strains on response and mitigation resources. The county experiences hundreds of minor quakes and tremblers each month from the myriad of faults in the area. Studies indicate that stress is building up in major faults like the San Andreas. A major quake could happen at any time.

The San Andreas, San Jacinto, and Elsinore F aults are all capable of producing significant earthquakes, with a magnitude of 6.7 or greater. Table S-1 shows the chances of a major earthquake on these three faults within Riverside County by 2045, according to the Third California Earthquake Rupture Forecast. Other faults, both in and outside Riverside County, may also be capable of generating significant earthquakes with damaging effects in the county.

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Fault
Mean Chance by 2045
Magnitude 6.7 or
greater
Magnitude 7.0 or
greater
Magnitude 7.5 or
greater
Magnitude 8.0 or
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San Andreas 24.21% 21.29% 11.62% 3.15%
San Jacinto 6.71% 6.43% 5.29% 2.75%
Elsinore 3.66% 1.82% 0.95% Less than 0.01%
Chances shown are the maximum mean probability for segments of these faults within Riverside County.

Source: Third California Earthquake Rupture Forecast
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Portions of the city are susceptible to liquefaction, which is a potentially destructive secondary effect of strong seismic shaking. Liquefaction occurs primarily in saturated, loose, fine- to medium-grained soils in areas where the groundwater table is within approximately 50 feet of the surface. Shaking causes the soils to lose strength and behave as liquid. Excess water pressure is vented upward through fissures and soil cracks and can result in a water-soil slurry flowing onto the ground surface. Liquefaction-related effects include loss of bearing strength, ground oscillations, lateral spreading, and flow failures or slumping. Site-specific geotechnical studies are the only practical and reliable way of determining the specific liquefaction potential of a site; however, a determination of general risk potential can be provided based on soil type and depth of groundwat er. The City has delineated areas of known and suspected liquefaction hazard. In general, liquefaction susceptibility ranges from very low in the former lake f ootprint to moderate on much of the remainder of the valley floor and very high in the valley floor corridor formerly occupied by the axial riverine drainage. Areas identified as susceptible to liquefaction are identified in Figure 2-0.

Areas are susceptible to liquefaction based on a combination of known factors in some areas and the absence of known factors in other areas. Additionally , these potential hazard zones are not an absolute indication that the hazard truly exists nor are they an indicator of the extent of damage that may or may not occur at a given site.

Research confirms there is a potential for liquefaction to occur; however , this research also confirms minimal liquefaction-induced ground settlement is anticipated to occur for the are as that were studied. In most cases, proper design and construction of subgrade soils and building foundations provides a mechanism to mitigate the risk of seismic hazard s to an acceptable level in conformance with the California Building Code. The representation of areas having a liquefaction potential is only intended as notification to seek further site-specific information and analysis of this potential hazard as part of future site development. It should not be solely relied upon, without site-specific information and analysis, for design or decision-making purposes.

GEOLOGIC HAZARDS
Geologic hazards, such as landslides and erosion, depend on the geologic composition of the area. L andslides and rock falls may occur in sloped areas, especially areas with steep slopes, and usually in areas of loose and fragmented soil. Landslides, rockfalls, and debris flows occur continuously on all slopes; some processes act very slowly, while others occur very suddenly, often with disastrous results. They often occur as a consequence of seismic activity or heavy rainfall, either of which may cause slopes to lose structural integrity and slide. There are predictable relationships between local geology and landslides, rockfalls , and debris flows. Slope stability is dependent on many factors and interrelationships, including rock type, pore water pressure, slope steepness, and natural or human -made undercutting. Figure 3-0 shows the landslide risk in and around Wildomar .

Landslide risk is greatest south of Grand Avenue and throughout a majority of the land east of I-15, particularly along hillsides. Landslide susceptibility presents a significant risk to vulnerable communities as well. The highest threat for these communities occurs in the northern region of the city, north of Lemon Street and to the west and east of I-15.
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Expansive soils have a significant amount of clay particles that can give up water (shrink) or take on water (swell). The change in volume exerts stress on buildings and other loads placed on these soils. The occurrence of these soils is often associated with geologic units having marginal stability. Expansive soils can be widely dispersed and can be found in hillside areas as well as low -lying alluvial basins. Although expansive soils are now routinely alleviated through the City’s adopted Building Code, problems related to past, inadequate codes constantly appear. Expansive soils are not the only cause of structural distress in existing structures. Poor compaction and construction practices, settlement, and landslides can cause similar damage, but require different mediation efforts. Once expansion has been verified as the source of the problem, mitigation can be achieved through reinforcement of the existing foundation, or alternatively, through the excavation and removal of expansive soils in an affected area.

Hydroconsolidation, or soil collapse, typically occurs in recently deposited, Holocene (less than 10,000 years old) soils that were deposited in an arid or semi -arid environment. Soils prone to collapse are commonly associated with human-made fill, wind-laid sands and silts, and alluvial fan and mudflow sediments deposited during flash floods. When saturated, collapsible soils undergo a rearrangement of their grains, and the water removes the cohesive (or cementing) material. Rapid, substantial settlement results. In Wildomar, collapsible soils occur predominantly at the base of the mountains, where Holocene -age alluvial fan and wash sediments have been deposited during rapid runoff events. Typically, differential settlement of structures occurs when lawns or plantings are heavily irrigated in close proximity to the structure’s foundation. Forensic indications of collapsible soils include tilting or sagging floors, cracking or separating structures, and windows and doors that cannot open due to shifts in the building.

Erosion is the geological process in which earthen materials are worn away and transported by natural forces such as water or wind, causing the soil to deteriorate. Eroded topsoil can be transported into streams and other waterways. Water erosion is the removal of soil by water and transportation of the eroded materials away from the point of removal. The severity of water erosion is influenced by slope, soil type, soil water storage capacity, nature of the underlying rock, vegetation cover, and rainfall intensity and period. The impact of soil erosion on water quality becomes significant, particularly as soil surface runoff. Wind erosion is a serious environmental problem attracting global attention. Soil movement is initiated as a result of wind forces exerted against the surface of the ground. Dust particles in the air create major health problems. Atmospheric dust causes respiratory discomfort, may carry pathogens that cause eye infections and skin disorders, and reduces highway and air traffic visibility. Dust storms can cause additional problems. Buildings, fences, roads, crops, trees , and shrubs can all be damaged by abrasive blowing soil.

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Slope instability can include deep -seated landslides, rockfalls, soil slumps, and debris flows . Without the presence of extensive flood- control devices, including large debris basins, areas with slope instability may be subject to debris flow inundation. Most often, debris flow inundation results in roadways and improvements blocked by boulders. Rarely do debris-flow-generating storms affect Wildomar. However, most areas with slope instability are within areas designated for open space or rural development.

Subsidence refers to the sudden sinking or gradual downward settling and compaction of soil and other surface material with little or no horizontal motion. It may be caused by a variety of human and natural activities, including earthquakes and water saturation. Areas identified as susceptible to subsidence are identified in Figure 3-0. Land subsidence and related issues have been well -documented in western Riverside County. Most of the early documented cases of subsidence affected only agricultural land or open space. As urban areas have expanded, so too have the i mpacts of subsidence on structures for human occupancy. Ground subsidence and associated fissuring in Wildomar have resulted from both falling and rising groundwater tables. In addition, many fissures have occurred along active faults that bound the San Jacinto Valley and Elsinore Trough.

Subsidence typically occurs throughout a susceptible valley. In addition, differential displacement and fissures occur at or near the valley margin and along faults. In western Riverside County, the worst damage to structures as a result of regional subsidence may be expected at the valley margins. Alluvial valley regions are especially susceptible. Figure 4-0 shows the subsidence zones in and around Wildomar. As illustrated in Figure 4-0, areas near Palomar Street, Corydon Road, and Bundy Canyon Road are within a subsidence zone. Notably, vulnerable communities in the city reside in this subsidence zone and are at risk to ground subsidence impacts. 524

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POTENTIAL CHANGES TO GEOLOGIC AND SEISMIC RISK IN FUTURE YEARS Likelihood of Future Occurrence
Seismic Risk
Earthquakes are likely to continue to occur on an occasional basis and are likely to be small. They may cause no substantive damage and may not even be felt by most people. Major earthquakes are rare, but a possibility in the region. No major earthquakes have been recorded with epicenters within the city, although the city has felt ground shaking from earthquakes with epicenters located elsewhere. Large earthquakes from faults such as the San Andreas Fault may cause significant damage to homes and businesses in the city. Based on historical data and the location of Wildomar relative to active and potentially active faults, the city will likely experience a significantly damaging earthquake in the next two decades.

If serious shaking does occur, newer construction is in general more earthquake resistant than older construction because of improved building codes. Manufactured housing is very susceptible to damage because the foundation systems are rarely braced for earthquake motions.

Geologic Risk
Minor landslides have occurred in the past, probably over the last several hundred years, as evidenced by both past deposits exposed in erosion gullies and recent landslide events. Western Riverside County has a history of landslides during seasons of high precipitation. With significant rainfall, additional failures are likely in landslide hazard areas and minor landslides will likely continue to impact the area when heavy precipitation occurs, as they have in the past. In addition, areas affected by recent fires show an increased landslide risk.

Climate Change and Geologic and Seismic Hazards
While climate change is unlikely to increase earthquake frequency or strength, the threats from seismic and geologic hazards are expected to continue. Climate change may result in precipitation extremes (i.e., wetter rainfall periods and drier dry periods). While total average annual rainfall may not change significantly, rainfall may be concentrated in more intense precipitation events. Heavy rainfall could cause an increase in the number of landslides or make landslides larger than normal. Increased wildf ire frequency can destabilize hillsides due to loss of vegetation and change soil composition, which can contribute to greater runoff and erosion. The combination of a generally drier climate in the future, which will increase the chance of drought and wildfires, and the occasional extreme downpour , is likely to cause more mudslides and landslides. Impacts from these conditions would compound landslide potential for the most susceptible locations. 526

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GOAL S-2: To avoid the loss of life and injury and minimize property damage from seismic and related geological hazards.

Fault Rupture
POLICY S-5 Minimize fault rupture hazards through enforcement of Alquist -Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act provisions and the following policies:
(1) Require geologic studies or analyses for critical structures, and lifeline, high- occupancy, schools, and high- risk structures, within 0.5 miles of all Quaternary to historic faults shown on the Earthquake Fault Studies Zones map. (2) Require geologic trenching studies within all designated Earthquake Fault Studies Zones, unless adequate evidence, as determined and accepted by the City of Wildomar Engineering Geologist, is presented. The City of Wildomar may require geologic trenching of non- zoned faults for especially critical or vulnerable structures or lifelines.
(3) Require that infrastructure systems, such as energy, communications, and transportation infrastructure, be designed to resist, without failure, their crossing of a fault, should fault rupture occur.
(4) Support efforts by the California Department of Conservation, California Geological Survey, to develop geologic and engineering solutions in areas of ground deformation due to faulting and seismic activity, in those areas where a fault cannot be reliably located.
(5) Encourage and support efforts by the geologic research community to better define the locations and risks of faults in and around the City of Wildomar. Such efforts could include data sharing and database development with regional entities, other local governments, private organizations, utility agencies or companies, and local universities.

POLICY S-6 Require automatic natural gas shutoff earthquake sensors in high- occupancy industrial and commercial facilities, as well as new homes , and encourage them for all existing residences.
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Seismically-Induced Liquefaction, Landslides, and Rockfalls POLICY S-7 Require geological and geotechnical investigations in areas with potential for earthquake-induced liquefaction, landslides, or settlement, for any building proposed for human occupancy and any structure whose damage would cause harm, except for accessory buildings.

POLICY S-8 Require that a state -licensed civil engineer investigate the potential for liquefaction in areas designated as underlain by “Susceptible Sediments” and/or “Shallow Groundwater” for all general construction projects and proposed critical facilities, except for accessory buildings.

POLICY S-9 Require that engineered slopes be designed to resist seismically -induced failure as appropriate. For lower -risk projects, this may include requiring slope design to be based on pseudo -static stability analyses using soil engineering parameters that are established on a site -specific basis. For higher- risk projects, appropriate standards may include requiring the stability analyses to factor in the intensity of expected ground-shaking.

POLICY S-10 Within landslide susceptibility areas or liquefaction zones shown in Figure 2-0 and Figure 3-0, require that cut-and-fill transition lots be over -excavated to mitigate the potential of seismically-induced differential settlement.

Landslides, Rockfalls, and Debris Flows
POLICY S-11 Require the following in landslide susceptibility classes III and above, or when deemed necessary by the California Environmental Quality Act, prior to the issuance of development permits or approval of project designs:
(1) Preliminary geotechnical and geologic investigations, including certification regarding the stability of the site against adverse effects of earthquake and subsidence. (2) Evaluations of site stability, including any possible impact on adjacent properties. 528

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(3) Consultant reports, investigations, and design recommendations required for grading permits, building permits, and subdivision applications, prepared by state -licensed professionals.

POLICY S-12 Require new development in areas prone to geologic hazards (e.g., landslides, steep topography, slope instability) to be designed to adequately reduce these hazards and loss of native vegetation. Grading plans, environmental assessments, engineering and geologic technical reports, irrigation and landscaping plans, includ ing ecological restoration and revegetation plans, shall be required as appropriate, to ensure the adequate demonstration of a project’s ability to mitigate these potential impacts. Any development in hillside areas shall prepare drainage plans to direct runoff and drainage away from potentially unstable slopes.

POLICY S-13 During permit review, identify and require mitigation of on -site slope instability, debris flow, and erosion hazards on lots undergoing substantial improvements. “Substantial improvements” means any reconstruction, rehabilitation, addition, or other improvement of a structure, the cost of which equals or exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the structure before the start of construction of the improvement.

POLICY S-14 Conduct slope stabilization practices on existing public property and support slope stabilization activities on private property located on unstable hillside areas, especially slopes with recurring failures where City property or public right -of-way is threatened from slope instability, or where considered appropriate and urgent by the City of Wildomar Engineer, Fire Department, or Sheriff Department.

POLICY S-15 Encourage building retrofits that improve resiliency to geologic and seismic hazards.

Subsidence and Expansive and Collapsible Soils
POLICY S-16 Require geotechnical studies within documented subsidence zones, as shown in Figure 4-0, as well as zones that may be susceptible to subsidence, prior to the issuance of development permits. Within the documented subsidence zones of the Elsinore Valley, the studies must address the potential for reactivation of these zones, consider the potential impact on the project, and provide adequate and acceptable mitigation measures.
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POLICY S-17 Coordinate with the County of Riverside and the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District to develop a liaison program with all Riverside County water districts to prevent water extraction-induced subsidence.

POLICY S-18 Encourage and support efforts for long-term, permanent monitoring of topographic subsidence in the Elsinore Valley Groundwater Basin, irrespective of past subsidence.

FLOOD AND INUNDATION HAZARDS
Flooding is considered the rising and overflowing of a body of water onto normally dry land. History highlights floods as one of the most frequent natural hazards impacting communities in western Riverside County. Floods are among the costliest natural disasters in terms of human hardship and economic loss nationwide, causing substantial damage to structures, landscapes, and utilities, as well as life -safety issues. Flooding can be extremely dangerous, and even six inches of moving water can knock a person over given a strong current.

Floodwaters can transport large objects downstream, which can damage or remove stationary structures, such as dam spillways. Ground saturation can result in instability, collapse, or other damage. Objects can also be buried or destroyed through sediment deposition. Floodwaters can also break utility lines and interrupt services.

Standing water can cause damage to roads, foundations, and electrical circuits.

Floods are usually caused by large amounts of precipitation, either from a period of very intense precipitation or a long period of steady precipitation. Historically, Wildomar has been at risk of flooding primarily during the winter and spring months when stream systems swell with heavy rainfall. This type of flood results from prolonged, heavy rainfall and is characterized by high peak flows of moderate duration and by a large volume of runoff. Flooding is more severe when prior rainfall has resulted in saturated ground conditions. Flooding susceptibility in Wildomar is primarily associated with the Murrieta Creek as well as smaller -scale and flash flood events.

Flash flooding is a common problem for western Riverside County and typically associated with short-duration, high-intensity precipitation events often during summer thunderstorms. Such events can occur even during a drought. Localized flooding also occurs in Wildomar at various times throughout the year , especially in the western side of the city and along Murrieta Creek. These areas are primarily a result of little or no drainage infrastructure, undersized pipes where runoff exceeds pipe capacity even for minor storms, obstructions, or damaged drainpipes. The majority of the damaged lines are on the west side of the city, where there are limited storm drainpipes and some of the oldest infrastructure in the system. 530

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Historically, precipitation in and around Wildomar has been low to moderate. Precipitation occurs mainly in the fall, winter, and spring months, from November through April . Although Wildomar occasionally experiences periods of significant drought, the city can also experience periods of substantial rainfall. When Wildomar does experience heavy rain, or rain over a period of days or weeks, many areas of the city are subject to flooding.

Runoff from rain drains either naturally into creeks or flood-control facilities.

Moreover, developed areas generate irrigation water runoff from landscaping, whi ch may channel stormwater and other runoff flows into nearby underdeveloped areas and street gutters. Areas at an elevated risk of flooding are generally divided into 100- and 500-year flood zones. A 100- year flood zone has a 1-percent chance of experiencing a major flood in any given year, a 200-year flood zone has a 0.5-percent chance of flooding in any given year, a 500-year flood zone has a 0.2-percent chance of flooding in any given year. Figure 5-0 shows the 100- and 500- year flood zones in and around Wildomar, as well as the flood hazard zones overlayed by vulnerable communities. The highest threat for these communities occurs in the northwestern region of the city, along Corydon Road and Mission Trail. A small portion of this community along Corydon Road is within the 500-year flood zone and to the north along Mission Trail, a small portion is within both the 100- and 500-year flood zone.

Agencies responsible for flood control in Wildomar include FEMA, the Federal Insurance Administration (FIA), and the Department of Water Resources (DWR).
• FEMA: FEMA manages the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), providing insurance to the public in communities that participate in the program. FEMA is the main federal government agency contact during natural disasters and publishes the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM), which identify the extent of flood potential in flood-prone communities based on a 100-year flood (or base flood) event. • FIA: The FIA is the primary agency that delineates potential flood hazard areas and floodways through the FIRMs and the Flood Boundary and Floodway Map. Flood insurance is required of all homeowners who have federally subsidized loans.

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• DWR: DWR is responsible for managing and protecting California’s water. DWR works with other agencies to benefit the state’s people, and to protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments. DWR also works to prevent and respond to floods, droughts, and catastrophic events that would threaten public safety, water resources and management systems, the environment, and property. 532

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Dam failure also poses a risk to the City of Wildomar. Dam break floods are usually associated with intense rainfall or prolonged flood conditions. A dam failure is an uncontrolled release of water from a reservoir through a dam as a result of structural f ailures or deficiencies in the dam. Dam failures can range from fairly minor to catastrophic and can potentially harm human life and property downstream from the failure. In addition, ecosystems and habitats are destroyed as a result of waters flooding them. Although dam failures are very rare, these events are not unprecedented. Additionally, the older that dams get, the more potential exists for catastrophic dam failures. There are four major causes of dam failures, which include the following:
• Overtopping: These failures occur as a result of poor spillway design, leading to a reservoir filling too high with water, especially in times of heavy rainfall. Other causes of this type of failure include settling of the crest of the dam or spillway blockage.
• Foundation defects: These failures occur as a result of settling in the foundation of the dam, instability of slopes surrounding the dam, uplift pressures, and seepage around the foundation. All of these failures result in structural instability and potential dam failure. • Piping and seepage failures: These failures occur as a result of internal erosion caused by seepage and erosion along hydraulic structures such as the spillways. As well, erosion as a result of animal burrows and cracks in the dam structure contribute to these failures. • Conduit and valve failure: These failures occur as a result of problems with valves and conduits.

Other dam failures arise as a result of other miscellaneous causes. Many dam failures are also the secondary result of other natural disasters, such as earthquakes, landslides , extreme storms, or heavy snow -melt. Other causes include equipment malfunction, structural damage, and sabotage.

In Wildomar, a major earthquake could cause a dam failure. Dams are constructed with safety features known as “spillways” that allow water to overtop the dam if the reservoir fills too quickly. Spillway overflow events, often referred to as “design failures,” result in increased discharges downstream and increased flooding potential. In a dam failure scenario, the greatest threat to life and property typically occurs in those areas immediately below the dam since flood depths and discharges generally decrea se as the flood wave moves downstream. The primary danger associated with dam failure is the high- velocity flooding downstream of the dam and limited warning times for evacuation. The Diamond Valley Dam presents a downstream hazard to the City of Wildomar. Figure 6-0 identifies the areas at risk from dam failure. Dam failure risk extends from Mission Trail, in the northern portion of the city, to Grand Avenue, in the southern portion of the city. A majority of the area at risk is adjacent to Murrieta Creek. Dam failure presents a significant risk to vulnerable comm unities as 534

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well. The highest threat for these communities occurs in the northwestern region of the city, along Corydon Road and Mission Trail. To the north of Lemon Street (Sedco Hills), dam failure presents a risk for populations living to the west of I-15.
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POTENTIAL CHANGES TO FLOOD RISK IN FUTURE YEARS
Likelihood of Future Occurrence
Wildomar is traversed by Murrieta Creek and is at risk to both creek flooding and localized stormwater flooding.

Historically, Riverside County and the City of Wildomar have been subject to previous flooding events primarily during the winter and spring months when river systems swell with heavy rainfall runoff. Normally, stormwater is kept within defined limits by a variety of storm drainage and flood-control measures. Occasionally, extended heavy rains result in floodwaters that exceed normal high- water boundaries and cause damage. Flooding has occurred both within the 100- and 500-year floodplains and in other localized areas. As land uses and climate conditions shift and as improvements are made to flood-control channels, the size of these flood zones is likely to change.

In the City of Wildomar, much of the flood damage occurs in the floodplains of Murrieta Creek. Other problems connected with flooding and stormwater runoff include erosion, sedimentation, degradation of water quality, losses of environmental resources, and certain health hazards.

Climate Change and Flooding
Floods are among the most damaging natural hazards in Riverside County, and climate change is expected to make flood events worse. Although climate change may not change average precipitation levels significantly, scientists expect that it will cause more years with extreme precipitation events. This means that more years are likely to see particularly intense storm systems that drop enough precipitation over a short enough period to cause flooding. Although Southern California is likely to experience a dec rease in overall precipitation levels from climate change, the region is also expected to see an increase in the number of extreme precipitation events.

A meteorological phenomenon known as the “atmospheric river,” a narrow stream of extremely moist air, is frequently responsible for the more intense storms that strike California. Atmospheric rivers generally deliver high levels of precipitation, up to 50 percent of the state’s total precipitation in any given year.

Because of this, floods are expected to occur more often in Wildomar and climate change may expand the parts of the city that are considered flood-prone. Although there are no specific flooding projections for the city, flood events are expected to become more frequent, and it is possible that the areas subject to flooding will expand.

There are some indirect effects of climate change that may also increase flooding in the city. Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and severity of droughts that cause soil to dry out and become hard. When precipitation does return, more water runs off the surface than is absorbed into the ground, which can lead to 537

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floods. Wildfires, which are also expected to become more frequent due to climate change, cause a similar effect by baking the surface of the ground into a harder and less-penetrable layer. Trees and other vegetation help slow water down, which lets the water absorb into the soil and prevents it from turning into runoff. Because of this, the loss of trees and other plants from wildfires, or other climate -related exposures can also increase flooding risk.

While the risk and associated short- and long-term impacts of climate change are uncertain, experts in this field tend to agree that among the most significant impacts include those resulting from increased heat and precipitation events that cause increased frequency and magnitude of flooding. Increases in damaging flood events will cause greater property damage, public health and safety concerns, displacement, and loss of life.

Displacement of residents can include both temporary and long-term displacement, increase in insurance rates, or restriction of insurance coverage in vulnerable areas.

GOAL S-3: To avoid the risk of loss of life and injury, and minimize the risk of damage to property, and economic and social dislocations resulting from flooding and inundation hazards.

Flood and Inundation Hazard Abatement
POLICY S-19 For new construction and proposals for substantial improvements to residential and nonresidential development within 100- year floodplains as mapped by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) or as determined by site- specific hydrologic studies for areas not mapped by FEMA, Wildomar shall apply a minimum level of acceptable risk and disapprove p rojects that cannot mitigate the hazard to the satisfaction of the Building Official or other responsible agency.

POLICY S-20 All residential, commercial, and industrial structures shall be flood-proofed from the mapped 100-year storm flow, or to an appropriate level determined by site- specific hydrologic studies for areas mapped by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

This may require that the finished floor elevation be constructed at such a height as to meet this requirement. Nonresidential (commercial or industrial) structures may be allowed with a “flood-proofed” finished floor below the Base Flood Elevation (i.e., 100-year flood surface) to the extent permitted by state, federal, and local regulations.

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extent that residential, commercial, or industrial structures cannot meet these standards, they shall not be approved.

POLICY S-21 Prohibit alteration of floodways and channelization unless alternative methods of flood control are not technically feasible or alternative methods are use d to the maximum extent practicable. The intent is to balance floodway protection with prudent land use solutions, recreational needs, and habitat requirements, and as applicable to provide incentives for natural watercourse preservation. (1) Prohibit the construction, location, or substantial improvement of structures in areas designated as floodways, except upon approval of a plan that provides that the proposed development will not result in any significant increase in flood levels during the occurrence of a 100-year flood discharge.
(2) Prohibit the filling or grading of land for nonagricultural purposes and for non- authorized flood- control purposes in areas designated as floodways, except upon approval of a plan that provides that the proposed development will not result in any significant increase in flood levels during the occurrence of a 100 -year flood discharge.

POLICY S-22 Prohibit substantial modification to watercourses, unless the modification does not adversely affect adjacent wetlands or riparian habitat or become detrimental to adjacent property as a result of increased erosion, sedimentation, or water velocity.

Modifications to watercourses shall be done in the least environmentally damaging manner practicable and shall restore natural conditions to the greatest extent possible, to maintain adequate wildlife corridors and linkages and maximize groundwater recharge.

POLICY S-23 Development within the floodway fringe shall only be allowed if the proposed structures can be adequately flood -proofed and will not contribute to property damage or risks to public safety. Such developments shall be required to be capable of withstanding flooding and minimize the use of fill. Compatible uses shall not, however, obstruct flows or adversely affect upstream or downstream properties with increased velocities, erosion backwater effects, or concentrations of flows.

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POLICY S-24 Require all projects in Wildomar to address and mitigate adverse impacts to the carrying capacity of local and regional storm drain systems.

POLICY S-25 Collaborate with neighboring jurisdictions to mitigate the impacts of new development in the City of Wildomar that could increase runoff onto parcels downstream in a neighboring jurisdiction and encourage neighboring jurisdictions to require development occurring adjacent to the city to consider the impact of flooding and flood-control measures on properties within Wildomar.

POLICY S-26 Ensure that new development and infrastructure projects do not create or exacerbate flood risks elsewhere in Wildomar or in neighboring communities.

POLICY S-27 Update stormwater infrastructure design requirements as needed to maintain consistency with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, prioritizing vulnerable communities.

POLICY S-28 Ensure that new development projects and retrofits to existing large -scale projects incorporate design strategies and features to reduce the area of impervious surfaces and flood risks with natural drainage, as well as groundwater replenishment.

POLICY S-29 Identify areas of poor drainage and install new or upgrade existing drainage systems to accommodate drainage needs. Use natural infrastructure to the extent possible.

High-Risk Facilities
POLICY S-30 Projects, including public facilities and other facilities essential for emergencies and large public assembly, within the area mapped as the City Regulatory Floodplain by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, shall not be approved unless the project is adequately protected from flood hazards, incorporates all required flood protection specific to that area in accordance with City ordinances and guidelines, and will not result in any increase in flood levels during the occurrence of a flood event. Such facilities shall have at least two routes for em ergency egress and ingress, and the project design shall minimize the potential for debris or flooding to block emergency routes, either through the construction of dikes, bridges, or large- diameter storm drains under roads used for primary access.
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POLICY S-31 Existing essential, dependent -care, and high -risk facilities not in conformance with provisions of the City of Wildomar zoning shall be required to upgrade or modify building use to a level of safety consistent with the inundation risk.

POLICY S-32 Development using, storing, or otherwise involved with substantial quantities of on - site hazardous materials shall not be permitted within a 100- year floodplain or dam inundation zone, unless all standards for evaluation, anchoring, and flood -proofing have been satisfied. Hazardous materials shall be stored in watertight containers, not capable of floating, to the extent required by state and federal laws and regulations.

Facilities storing substantial quantities of hazardous materials within in undation zones shall be adequately flood-proofed and hazardous materials containers shall be anchored and secured to prevent flotation and contamination.

POLICY S-33 Dependent-care facilities shall be required to have all flood -vulnerable electrical circuitry flood-proofed.

POLICY S-34 High-risk facilities, such as essential public and quasi-public facilities and hazardous materials sites, shall be required to maintain and rehearse inundation response plans.

POLICY S-35 Use power of public land acquisition and other land use measures to create open space zoning of inundation zones in non-developed areas subject to flooding, as mapped by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. In areas that are destined for redevelopment and subject to flooding, low-density land uses should be encouraged and developers shall be required to meet Wildomar’s minimum level of acceptable risk and incorporate mitigation measures, where feasible.

Risk Assessment
POLICY S-36 Continue to assess the flood risk within Wildomar and upgrade facilities and infrastructure at risk, prioritizing vulnerable communities.

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POLICY S-37 Designs and upgrades of street storm drains shall be based on the depth of inundation, relative risk to public health and safety, the potential for hindrance of emergency access and regress from excessive flood depth, and the threat of contamination of the storm drain system with sewage effluent. In general, the 10 -year flood flows shall be contained within the top of curbs and the 100-year flood flows within the street right- of-way.

POLICY S-38 During updates to the Safety Element, the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, or at other times as appropriate, review the 500-year, 100-year, and 10-year flood hazard in the city by state, federal, county, and other standards, and use such sources to improve existing protection, review protection standards proposed for new development and redevelopment, update emergency response plans , and evaluate how low -income areas may be disproportionately affected.

POLICY S-39 Promote flood-control measures that maintain natural conditions within Wildomar’s regulatory floodplain of rivers and streams.

POLICY S-40 Encourage the use of Specific Plans to allow increased densities in certain areas of a proposed development or apply Transfer of Development Credits to encourage the placement of appropriate land uses in natural hazard areas, including open space, passive recreational uses, or other development capable of better adapting to these hazards.

POLICY S-41 Take an active role in acquiring property in high-risk flood zones and designating the land as open space for public use or wildlife habitat.

POLICY S-42 Coordinate with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Resource Conservation District, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the California Department of Water Resources, and the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District, in defining existing and potential flood problem areas.

POLICY S-43 Continue to assess the dam inundation risk within Wildomar and upgrade facilities and infrastructure at risk.

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FIRE HAZARDS
Fire hazards include both wildfires and urban fires. California is recognized as one of the most fire -prone and consequently fire-adapted landscapes in the world. The combination of complex terrain, Mediterranean climate, and productive natural plant communities, along with ample natural ignition sources, has created conditions for extensive wildfires. Wildfire is an ongoing concern for the City of Wildomar. Generally, the fire season extends from early spring through late fall of each year during the hotter, dryer months. Fire conditions arise from a combination of high temperatures, low -moisture content in the air and plant matter, an accumulation of vegetation, and high winds. Three types of fires are of concern to Wildomar : (1) wildfires, (2) wildland -urban interface fires, and (3) structural fires.

WILDFIRES
Wildfires occur on mountains, hillsides, and grasslands. Vegetation, wind, temperature, humidity, and slope are all factors that affect how these fires spread. In Wildomar , native vegetation, such as chaparral, sage, and grassland provide fuel that allows fire to spread easily across large tracts of land. These plant species are capable of regeneration after a fire, making periodic wildfires a natural part of the ecology of these areas. Portions of the city are undeveloped and consist of rugged topography with highly flammable vegetation. In particular, the hillside terrain in the southwestern region near the Elsinore Mountains, as well as th e hillside terrain east of I - 15, have a substantial fire risk. Undeveloped hillside areas in and adjacent to the city present a serious hazard because of the potential for large-scale wildland fires. Fire potential for Riverside County is typically greatest in the months of August, September, and October, when dry vegetation coexists with hot, dry Santa Ana winds.

However, in Wildomar, fires with conflagration potential can occur at any time of the year. Seasonal drought conditions exacerbate fire hazards.

WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE FIRES
The wildland-urban interface is an area where buildings and infrastructure (e.g., cell towers, schools, water supply facilities) mix with areas of flammable wildland vegetation. The WUI is made up of three distinct zones.

The intermix zone contains housing development or improved parcels interspersed in an area dominated by wildland vegetation subject to wildfire. The interface zone contains dense housing next to vegetation, but not dominated by wildland vegetation, that can burn in a wildfire. The influence zone contains wildfire-susceptible vegetation within 1.5 miles from the WUI or wildland- urban intermix zones. Hundreds of homes now border major forests and brush areas. With thousands of people living near and visiting wildland areas, the probability of human-caused fires is growing. Wildfires and urban interface fires have occurred close to or encroached into the city, especially in large areas of grassland, scrub, and chapparal. The most recent fire was the 2019 Tenaja 543

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Fire, located south of Wildomar in the rural community of La Cresta. The fire burned approximately 1,926 acres and damaged three structures but did not encroach into the city . Other notable fires that occurred within Wildomar are listed in Table S-2.

In the wildland -urban interface, efforts to prevent ignitions and limit wildfire losses hinge on hardening structures and creating defensible space through a multi -faceted approach, which includes engineering, enforcement, education, emergency response, and economic incentive . Different strategies in the defense and threat zones of the wildland- urban interface help to limit the spread of fire and reduce the risk to people and property.

Wildfire threat within California is described by Wildfire Hazard Severity Zones, which designate hazardous areas within State Responsibility Areas (SRA s) as moderate, high, or very high. However, incorporated areas such as Wildomar are considered Local Responsibility Areas (LRA s) and only designate very high fire hazard severity zones. Significant portions of the city are located within a very high fire hazard severity zone. Figure 7-0 shows the wildfire risk zones in and around Wildomar and Figure 8-0 identifies the wildland-urban interface.

The highest threat occurs along the eastern side of I -15, as well as the western side of Grand Avenue, on land that is on and adjacent to hillsides with large areas of dry grass and chapparal. Areas adjacent to the city that are susceptible to wildfires are also of concern as these conditions could exacerbate vulnerabilities within the city.

As illustrated in Figure 7-0, the highest threat for vulnerable communities occurs in the northern region of the city, north of Lemon Street and east of I -15. These communities are entirely within a very high fire hazard severity zone.

STRUCTURAL FIRES
Urban fires occur in built -up environments, destroying buildings and other human -made structures. These disasters are often due to faulty wiring or mechanical equipment, combustible construction materials, or the absence of fire alarms and fire sprinkler systems. Structural fires are largely from human accidents, although deliberate fires (arson) may be a cause of some events. Older buildings that lack modern fire safety features may face greater risk of damage from fires. To minimize fire damage and loss, the City’s Fire and Building Codes, based on the California Fire and Building Code s, sets standards for building and construction. It requires the provision of adequate water supply for firefighting, fire -retardant construction, and minimum street widths, among other things. Fire prevention awareness programs and fire drills are conducte d to train residents to respond quickly and correctly to reduce injury and losses during fires. 544

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PAST OCCURRENCES
Table S-2 contains a list of fires that have occurred in the city dating back to 1950. Figure 9-0 shows the areas burned by historical wildfires in and around Wildomar.

TABLE S-2: FIRES IN WILDOMAR, 1950-2019
Fire Name
Date Acres
Burned
Vegetation
Type Cause
Structures
Start End Destroyed Damaged
Morrell Fire 8/4/1950 N/A 5,118 Grass/Brush Undetermined N/A N/A Gilbert Fire 7/26/1955 N/A 486 Grass/Brush Undetermined N/A N/A Sandia Fire 9/11/1956 N/A 2,053 Grass/Brush Undetermined N/A N/A Pederson Fire 6/16/1957 N/A 1,979 Brush Undetermined N/A N/A Howell Fire 5/15/1959 N/A 369 Grass/Brush Undetermined N/A N/A Lemon Fire 8/22/1978 N/A 2,943 Grass/Brush Undetermined N/A N/A Wildomar Fire 6/14/1979 6/15/1979 101 Grass/Brush Undetermined N/A N/A Turner Fire 11/15/1980 N/A 31,447 Grass/Brush Undetermined N/A N/A Cottonwood Fire 6/14/1981 N/A 1,279 Grass/Brush Undetermined N/A N/A 1981 Fire 6/14/1981 N/A 9,182 Grass/Brush Arson N/A N/A Rail Fire 9/2/1982 N/A 476 Grass/Brush Undetermined N/A N/A 1987 State Fire 10/2/1987 N/A 3,276 Grass/Brush Equipment Use N/A N/A 1999 State Fire 3/13/1999 N/A 127 Grass/Brush Undetermined N/A N/A Gafford Fire 5/1/2004 5/2/04 406 Brush Undetermined 2 0 Lakeview Fire 7/12/2004 7/12/04 361 Grass/Brush Undetermined 0 0 Wright Fire 10/5/2007 10/5/07 31 Grass/Brush Undetermined 0 0 Rock Fire 8/18/2010 8/19/10 39 Brush Human 0 0
Sources: California Fire Perimeters 1878 – 2019: Fire and Resource Assessment Program; Hartford Courant, 2004

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FIRE PROTECTION
Fire protection in Wildomar is provided by the Riverside County Fire Department and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection ( CAL FIRE ). The City has a partnership with the Riverside County Fire Department and CAL FIRE to provide fire suppression, emergency medical, technical rescue, fire prevention, and related services to the city. The Riverside County Fire Department and CAL FIRE participate in a Cooperative Fire Response Agreement, where fire agencies have agreed to automatically support each other on incidents using the closest available resource.

The Riverside County Fire Department is one of the largest regional fire service organizations in California. It is staffed with a combination of County of Riverside and CAL FIRE personnel and responds to both urban and wildland emergencies. The Riverside County Fire Department serves a vast geographic area and diverse communities. Wildomar Fire Station 61 is located at 32637 Gruwell Street in the City of Wildomar.

POTENTIAL CHANGES TO FIRE RISK IN FUTURE YEARS
Likelihood of Future Occurrence
Wildomar is at a high risk from wildfire, especially in the areas of grassland and chapparal along hillsides. High fuel loads in the city , along with geographical and topographical features, create the potential for both natural and human-caused fires that can result in loss of life and property. These factors, combined with natural weather conditions common to the area, including periods of drought, high temperatures, low relative humidity, and periodic winds, can result in frequent and sometimes catastrophic fires. During the historic fire season, August to October, the dry vegetation combined with continued growth in the wildland- urban interface areas, resulted in wildfire ignitions. Any fire, once ignited, has the potential to quickly become a large, out -of-control fire. As development continues throughout the city, especially in these interface areas, the risk and vulnerability to wildfires will likely increase.

Fire hazard is among the highest-priority hazards in the city and is the hazard with the greatest potential for catastrophic loss. Wildfires can cause short-term and long-term disruption to the City, such as devastating effects on watersheds through loss of vegetation and soil erosion, which may impact the city by changing runoff patterns, increasing sedimentation, reducing natural and reservoir water storage capacity, and degrading water quality. Fires may also result in casualties and can destroy buildings and infrastructure.

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Although the physical damages and casualties arising from wildland- urban interface fires may be severe, it is important to recognize that they also cause significant economic impacts by resulting in a loss of function of buildings and infrastructure. In some cases, the economic impact of this loss of services may be comparable to the economic impact of physical damages or, in some cases, even greater. Economic impacts of loss of transportation and utility services may include traffic delays/detours from roa d and bridge closures and loss of electric power, potable water, and wastewater services. Fires can also cause major damage to power plants and power lines needed to distribute electricity to operate facilities. The effects can be far -reaching in terms of the number of acres involved, the toll on human life, and the economic consequences . Fire will continue to be a high-risk hazard for the City of Wildomar.

Climate Change and Wildfire
Changing climate conditions are expected to increase the wildfire risk in and around Wildomar . Warmer temperatures brought on by climate change can exacerbate drought conditions. Droughts can kill or dry out plants, creating more fuel for wildfires. Warmer temperatures are also expected to increase the number of pest outbreaks, such as the shot hole borer , creating more dead trees and increasing the fuel load. Warmer temperatures are also expected to occur later in the year, extending the wildfire season, which is likely to begin earlier in the year and extend later than it has historically. Wildfire occurring later or earlier in the year are more likely to occur during Santa Ana wind events, which can cause wildfires to move more quickly and increase the likelihood to burning in the wildland-urban interface areas. According to the California Fourth Climate Change Assessment, overall burned area may increase by as much as 60 percent during Santa Ana wind events (typically October to March), and 75 percent during periods without Santa Ana winds (typically April to September).

GOAL S-4: To avoid the risk of loss of life and injury and minimize risk of property damage, community disruption, and economic loss resulting from urban and wildland fires.

Building Code and Performance Standards
POLICY S-44 All proposed development and construction within Fire Hazard Severity Zones shall be reviewed by the Riverside County Fire Department and Wildomar Building and Safety Department for consistency with the following requirements before the issuance of any building permits:

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(1) All proposed development and construction shall meet minimum state, county, and local standards for fire safety , as defined in the City of Wildomar Building or Fire Codes, or by City zoning, or as dictated by the Building Official or the Transportation Land Management Agency based on building type, design, occupancy, and use. (2) In addition to the standards and guidelines of the California Building Code, California Fire Code, the Wildomar Municipal Code, and other appropriate fire safety provisions, developments shall incorporate additional standards for high- risk, high- occupancy, and dependent facilities where appropriate under the City of Wildomar Fire Code.

These shall include assurance that structural and nonstructural architectural elements of the building will not impede emergency egress for fire safety staffing/personnel, equipment, and apparatus; nor hinder evacuation from fire, including pot ential blockage of stairways or fire doors.
(3) Proposed development and construction in Very Fire Hazard Severity Zones shall provide secondary public access, in accordance with City of Wildomar ordinances.

There shall be multiple points of ingress and egress that allow for emergency response vehicle access. Points of access shall also include visible street signs and sufficient water supplies and infrastructure for structural fire suppression. (4) Proposed development and construction in Very Fire Hazard Severity Zones shall use single loaded roads to enhance fuel modification areas, unless otherwise determined by the Riverside County Fire Chief.
(5) Proposed development and construction in Very Fire Hazard Severity Zones shall provide a fire protection plan that includes defensible space or fuel modification zones to be located, designed, constructed, and maintained to provide adequate defensibility from wildfires.
(6) Prior to the approval of all parcel maps and tentative maps, the City shall require as a condition of approval, the developer meet or exceed the California Fire and Building code including Title 14 Regulations, particularly those regarding road standards f or ingress, egress, and fire equipment access (see California Government Code, Section 66474.02.).
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POLICY S-45 Monitor fire- prevention measures (e.g., fuel reduction) required through a site- specific fire-prevention plan to reduce long-term fire risks in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones.

POLICY S-46 For existing non-conforming development, the City shall work with property owners to improve or mitigate access, water supply and fire flow, signing, and vegetation clearance to meet current State and/or locally adopted fire safety standards.

POLICY S-47 Require proposed development in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones to be located where fire and emergency services are available or will be constructed as part of the proposed development activities. These services shall meet the minimum travel times identified in Riverside County Fire Department Fire Protection and Emergency Management Services’ Strategic Master Plan.

POLICY S-48 The City shall require all new development projects with land classified as state responsibility areas (Public Resources Code Section 4102), land classified as very high fire hazard severity zones (VHFHSZs; Section 51177), or within areas defined as a “wildland urban interface” (WUI), to prepare a long- term comprehensive fuel reduction and management program, including provisions for multiple points of ingress and egress t o improve evacuation and emergency response access and adequate water infrastructure for water supply and fire flow, and fire equipment access.

POLICY S-49 Require that conceptual landscaping plans for development in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones identified by CAL FIRE and shown in Figure 7-0 be reviewed by Planning and Fire Departments prior to the issuance of development permits. The conceptual landscaping plan of the proposed development shall, at a minimum, include:
(1) Site plan, planting plan, planting palette, and irrigation plan to reduce the risk of fire hazards with consideration to site conditions, including slope, structures, and adjacencies.
(2) Defensible space maintenance plan.
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(3) Provision of multiple points of ingress and egress to improve evacuation and emergency response access and adequate water infrastructure for water supply and fire flow, and fire equipment access.

POLICY S-50 Site design for development in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones shall be required to account for topographical conditions and reduce the increased risk for sites located near ridgelines, plateau escarpments, saddles, hillsides, peaks, or other areas where the terrain or topography affect its susceptibility to wildfires by:
(1) Providing fuel modification zones with removal of combustible vegetation while minimizing visual impacts and limiting soil erosion.
(2) Replacing combustible vegetation with fire-resistant vegetation to stabilize slopes. (3) Submitting topographic map with site-specific slope analysis. (4) Submitting erosion and sedimentation control plans. (5) Providing a minimum 30-foot setback from the edge of the fuel modification zones. (6) Minimizing disturbance of 25 percent or greater natural slopes.

POLICY S-51 Locate new critical public facilities outside of Fire Hazard Severity Zones. Critical facilities include emergency shelters, emergency command and communication facilities, and hospital and healthcare centers. If no feasible alternative site exists, ensure that these facilities incorporate all necessary protections to allow them to continue to serve community needs during and after disaster events.

POLICY S-52 Site all new non -critical public facilities in areas outside of identified fire hazard severity zones and wildland-urban interface or fire threat areas, as feasible.

Wind-Related Hazards
POLICY S-53 Use ongoing brush clearance fire inspections to educate homeowners and residents on fire prevention tips by implementing an annual citywide weed abatement program, especially in vulnerable communities.
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POLICY S-54 Coordinate with the County of Riverside Fire Department and CAL FIRE to develop high-visibility fire prevention programs, including those offering voluntary home inspections and promoting awareness of home fire prevention measures.

General and Long-Range
POLICY S-55 Conduct and implement long-range fire safety planning, including stringent building, fire, subdivision, and municipal code standards, improved infrastructure, evacuation plans, and improved mutual-aid agreements with the private and public sector.

POLICY S-56 Continue to work cooperatively with CAL FIRE to maintain existing fuel breaks and emergency access routes for effective fire suppression, and to strengthen fire-fighting capabilities and successfully respond to multiple fires.

POLICY S-57 The City shall identify existing multifamily housing, emergency shelters, residential care homes (seven or more clients) located within an area classified as an SRA (Public Resources Code Section 4102) or land classified as VHFHSZ (Section 51177) with inadequate access/evacuation routes, and implement an evacuation plan consisting of evacuation routes and or shelter-in-place plans.

POLICY S-58 Maintain inter-jurisdictional cooperation and coordination, including automatic aid agreements with fire protection/suppression agencies in Riverside County.

POLICY S-59 Develop a program to use existing nearby reservoirs, such as Railroad Canyon, tanks, and water wells in the city for emergency fire suppression water sources.

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• Fire-flow requirements (e.g., water for fire protection) are consistent with City of Wildomar Fire Code.
• The planned deployment and height of aerial ladders and other specialized equipment and apparatus are sufficient for the intensity of development desired.

POLICY S-61 Continue to use the Riverside County Fire Department Fire Protection Plan and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Strategic Master Plan as the foundational document to implement the Safety Element’s goals and objectives.

POLICY S-62 Encourage property owners to u se clustering and Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) program when developing lands within Fire Hazard Severity Zones by:
• Restricting the development of a property through placement of conservation easement.
• Acquiring conservation easements similar to that of the Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP).

POLICY S-63 Identify, map, and update Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps on an ongoing and as - needed basis.

POLICY S-64 Coordinate with the Riverside County Fire Department to ensure that the Department has appropriate municipal staffing and Office of the Fire Marshal staff to address development pressure and adequately respond to long -range fire safety planning.

POLICY S-65 Implement a coordination program with fire protection and emergency service providers to reassess fire hazards after wildfire events and adjust fire prevention and suppression needs.

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POLICY S-67 Coordinate with the Riverside County Fire Department to implement a long-term fire protection training and education program for the City of Wildomar and its citizens.

POLICY S-68 Require automatic natural gas shutoff earthquake sensors in high- occupancy industrial and commercial facilities and encourage these sensors for all residences.

AIR POLLUTION
Healthy air quality can be defined as the degree to which ambient air is pollution free. Although air pollution has been regulated for decades, California still has some of the worst air in the country. Air pollution can cause many serious health effects. For example, inhaling small particles called particulate matter can lead to asthma attacks and heart and lung disease with smaller particles capable of traveling farther into the lungs.

The specific pollutants of concern in Wildomar include diesel particulate, ozone, and PM

2.5. Diesel particulate
is considered a toxic air contaminant (TAC). TACs are air pollutants that can cause serious health effects from exposure at extremely low levels – a safe level of exposure may not even exist. Diesel particulate is a particulate matter from diesel-fueled engines. Ozone and PM

2.5 are two of six c riteria air pollutants that harm health and the environment for which the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California set acceptable concentration levels for ambient air. Criteria and to xic air pollutants can cause some of the most severe health impacts.
• People exposed to diesel particulate at sufficient concentrations and durations may have an increased chance of getting cancer or experiencing other serious health effects. Health effects can include damage to the immune system as well as ne urological, reproductive (e.g., reduced fertility), developmental, respiratory, and other health problems. Almost all diesel exhaust particles are 10 microns or less in diameter. Because of their extremely small size, these particles can be inhaled and eventually trapped in the bronchial and alveolar regions of the lungs. Long- term (chronic) inhalation of diesel particulate matter is likely a lung cancer risk. Short-term (i.e., acute) exposure can cause irritation and inflammatory responses and may exacerbate existing allergies and asthma. • Ozone is a key ingredient of “smog” and is a gas that is formed when volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and oxides of nitrogen ( NO
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already suffer from respiratory diseases as well as to healthy people. Breathing ozone can trigger a variety of health problems, including chest pain, coughing, throat irritation, and congestion. It can worsen bronchitis, emphysema, and asthma. Ground- level ozone also can reduce lung function and inflame the linings of the lungs. Repeated exposure may permanently scar lung tissue. Ozone also affects sensitive vegetation and ecosystems, including forests, parks, wildlife refuges, and wilderness areas. • PM2.5 is a suspended particulate matter that consists of finely divided solids or liquids such as soot, dust, aerosols, fumes, and mists. Inhalable fine particles, or PM 2.5, have an aerodynamic diameter of

2.5 microns or less (i.e., ≤2.5 millionths of a meter or 0.0001 inch). Particulate discharge into the atmosphere results primarily from industrial, agricultural, construction, and transportation activities.

PM2.5 may adversely affect the human respiratory system, especially in people who are naturally sensitive or susceptible to breathing problems. The EPA’s scientific review concluded that PM2.5, which penetrates deeply into the lungs, is more likely than PM10 to contribute to health effects and at far lower concentrations. These health effects include premature death in people with heart or lung disease, nonfatal heart attacks, irregular heartbeat, aggravated asthma, decreased lung function, and increased respiratory symptoms. Particulate matter can also cause environmental effects , such as visibility impairment, environmental damage, and aesthetic damage.

Vulnerable communities in Wildomar face compounded health risk from exposure to elevated concentration levels of diesel particulate, ozone, and PM 2.5. These communities are exposed to multiple health risks from pollutants such as these, while concurrently living in unhealthy housing conditions and/or experiencing poverty and other socioeconomic stressors that are associated with negative health outcomes. Although these conditions can occur anywhere throughout Wildomar, they are more often experienced by vul nerable communities. As illustrated in Figures 10 -0 through 12-0, air pollution impacts to vulnerable communities is greatest in the northwest region of the city, along Corydon Road and Mission Trail. According to these figures, over 15 percent of the population’s income in this region is below the 2019 poverty level.

Figure 10-0 shows that the diesel particulate percentile is 1 to 20 percent (lowest scores) for vulnerable communities living near Palomar Street, Corydon Road, and Bundy Canyon Road. To the north of Lemon Street (Sedco Hills), diesel particulate percentile is 41 to 60 percent for vulnerable communities living to the west and east of I-15.

Figure 11-0 shows that the ozone percentile is 71 to 80 percent for vulnerable communities living near Palomar Street, Corydon Road, and Bundy Canyon Road. To the north of Lemon Street (Sedco Hills), ozone percentile is 81 to 90 percent for vulnerable communities living to the west and east of I-15. 557

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Figure 12-0 shows that the PM2.5 percentile is 11 to 40 percent for vulnerable communities living near Palomar Street, Corydon Road, and Bundy Canyon Road. Similarly, to the north of Lemon Street (Sedco Hills), ozone percentile is 11 to 40 percent for vulnerable communities living to the west and east of I-15.

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GOAL S-5: Equitable and h ealthy air quality so that no community bear s the disproportionate burden of environmental hazards and health risks.

POLICY S-69 Require a cumulative health risk assessment, including consideration of truck traffic impacts, when a project potentially affects sensitive receptors in vulnerable communities, and require appropriate mitigation based on the findings of the assessment.

POLICY S-70 Require new development to locate sensitive receptors , such as homes, schools, playgrounds, sports fields, childcare centers, senior centers, and long -term health care facilities as far away as possible from significant pollution sources.

POLICY S-71 When evaluating air quality impacts of projects in vulnerable communities, use thresholds of significance that match or are more stringent than the air quality thresholds of significance identified in the current South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Air Quality Guidelines.

POLICY S-72 Preserve, restore, and enhance natural landscapes in and near vulnerable communities for their role in improving air quality and community health.

POLICY S-73 Prioritize new street tree plantings and increase the tree canopy in vulnerable communities, in particular areas with high elevated concentration levels of diesel particulate, ozone, and PM

2.5. HAZARDOUS WASTE AND MATERIALS
Hazardous materials are materials that pose a significant risk to public safety or human or environmental health.

These include toxic chemicals, flammable or corrosive materials, petroleum products, and unstable or dangerously reactive materials. They can be released through human error, malfunctioning or broken equipment, or as an indirect consequence of other emergencies (e.g., if a flood damages a hazardous material storage tank).

Hazardous materials can also be released accidentally during transportation, as a consequence of vehicle accidents.

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A release or spill of bulk hazardous materials could result in fire, explosion, toxic cloud, or direct contamination of water, people, and property. The effects may involve a local site or many square miles. Health problems may be immediate, such as corrosive effects on skin and lungs, or gradual, such as the development of cancer from a carcinogen. Damage to property could range from immediate destruction by explosion to permanent contamination by a persistent hazardous material.

Most hazardous materials in the region are being transported on truck routes along major roadways, such as I -

15. Southern California Edison is currently in the process of decommissioning the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station . The site is in Pendleton, California, approximately 22 miles southwest of Wildomar.

Decommissioning is a well- defined Nuclear Regulatory Commission process that involves safely transferring the used nuclear fuel into storage, followed by the eventual removal and disposal of radioactive components and materials from the site. Decommissioning removes radiological material from the site and eliminates potential industrial hazards . Radiological material, including low -level radioactive waste from the site , and other hazardous materials could potentially be transported via I -15 through Wildomar to be disposed of in other locations. The most vulnerable areas along this route are considered the on-/off-ramps and interchanges. Since 1970, there have been no reported roadway hazardous materials incidents.

Several state agencies monitor hazardous materials/waste facilities. Potential and known contamination sites are monitored and documented by the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) and the Department of Toxic Substances and Controls (DTSC). A review of the leaking underground storage tank list produced by the RWQCB and the DTSC EnviroStor database indicates two leaking underground storage tanks in the city at 33986 Orange Street and 36485 Inland Valley Drive and three school investigation cleanup sites at La Estrella Road/George Porras Road, 35450 Frederick Street, and Bundy Canyon Road/Orchard Street.

If an imminent public health threat is posed by an outside factor, the City will support local regulating agencies in notifying the public. The transport of hazardous materials/wastes and explosives through the city is regulated by the California Department of Transportation ( Caltrans). I-15 is open to vehicles carrying hazardous materials/wastes. City streets are generally not designated as hazardous materials/waste transportation routes, but a permit may be granted on a case-by-case basis. Transporters of hazardous wastes are required to be certified by the United State s Department of Transportation ( DOT) and manifests are required to track the hazardous waste during transport. The danger of hazardous materials/waste spills during transport does exist and will potentially increase as transportation of these materials increase on I-15. The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, Riverside County Fire Department, CAL FIRE, Riverside County EMD, and Riverside County Division of Environmental Health are responsible for hazardous materials accidents at all locations within the city.
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POTENTIAL CHANGES TO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS IN FUTURE YEARS Likelihood of Future Occurrence
Given that there have been no hazardous materials incidents in transport through the city in the past 50 years, it is unlikely a hazardous materials incident will occur in Wildomar every year. Moreover, according to Caltrans, most incidents are related to releases of fluids from the transporting vehicles themselves and not the cargo, thus the likelihood of a significant hazardous materials release within the city is more limited and difficult to predict.

Climate Change and Hazardous Materials
Climate change is unlikely to affect hazardous materials transportation incidents. However, increases in the frequency and intensity of hazards , such as floods, landslides, and severe storms , may create a greater risk of hazardous materials releases during these events.

GOAL S-6: To avoid the risk of loss of life, injury, and serious illness and minimize damage to property and economic and social dislocations resulting from the use, transport, treatment, and disposal of hazardous materials and hazardous materials wastes.

POLICY S-74 Enforce land use policies and siting criteria related to hazardous materials and waste through ongoing implementation of the programs identified in the County of Riverside Hazardous Waste Management Plan (CHWMP).

POLICY S-75 Review all proposed development projects that manufacture, use, or transport hazardous materials for compliance with the CHWMP. Such projects shall provide a buffer zone, to be determined by the City , between the installation and property boundaries sufficient to protect public safety.

POLICY S-76 Require that applications for discretionary development projects that will generate
hazardous wastes or use hazardous materials include detailed information on hazardous waste reduction, recycling, and storage.

POLICY S-77 Ensure that industrial facilities are constructed and operated in accordance with current safety and environmental protection standards.
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POLICY S-78 Regulate the storage of hazardous materials and wastes and require secondary containment and period examination for all such materials.

POLICY S-79 Require that any business that handles a hazardous material prepare a plan for emergency response to a release or threatened release of a hazardous material, including providing updated information to emergency responders on the type and quantity of hazardous materials kept on-site.

POLICY S-80 Identify sites that are inappropriate for hazardous material storage, maintenance, use, and disposal facilities due to potential impacts on adjacent land uses and the surrounding natural environment. Prohibit the siting of new or expanded hazardous material sites on such sites, including areas identified as vulnerable communities.

POLICY S-81 Ensure that the use and disposal of hazardous materials in Wildomar complies with local, state, and federal safety standards.

POLICY S-82 Require commercial businesses, utilities, and industrial facilities that handle hazardous materials to install automatic fire and hazardous materials detection, reporting, and shut -off devices, and install an alternative communication system in the event power is out or telephone service is saturated following an earthquake, as required by the Wildomar Fire Code.

POLICY S-83 Prohibit any new facilities using, storing, or producing hazardous materials from being located directly adjacent to existing residential or school uses.

POLICY S-84 Encourage use of on -site green infrastructure to protect and enhance community water quality with landscape design (e.g., berms, grasslands, plantings) to either contain released hazardous materials or to process and/or absorb pollutants from infiltrating the soil or watershed.

POLICY S-85 Advocate for and coordinate with local , regional, and state agencies in efforts to remediate or treat contaminated surface water, groundwater, or soils in or affecting vulnerable communities.
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POLICY S-86 Coordinate with state and federal agencies to ensure community safety from any radioactive material transported on Interstate 15.

DISASTER PREPAREDNESS, RESPONSE, AND RECOVERY
Riverside County Emergency Services establishes the responsibilities of the various Riverside County agencies in times of a disaster. Disaster preparedness and response planning include s identifying short-term actions to reduce the scope of an emergency and managing necessary resources in the event of a disaster. After any disaster, particularly an earthquake, short-term disaster recovery requires many operations that are less urgent than fire suppression or medical attention but are equally important.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
Emergency preparedness activities in Wildomar are conducted through the County of Riverside EMD. EMD, in cooperation with the City , and fire and law enforcement agencies, provides emergency management services.

EMD prepares emergency and contingency plans, ranging from evacuation plans to emergency operations plans that help specify the roles and responsibilities of first responders and emergency management personnel for an incident. Moreover, EMD plans and organizes trainings and exercises involving the Ci ty of Wildomar as well as other local, state, federal, and regional agencies.

The Riverside County Fire Department and CAL FIRE are prepared to handle most everyday emergencies, such as all types of fire, medical, or hazardous situations. However, during a disaster, the number and scope of incidents may exceed the fire department’s and CAL FIRE’ s ability to provide effective emergency services.

For this reason, Wildomar provides the public with access to a community emergency response team (CERT) training program. The CERT Program provides for community and employee self -sufficiency to meet the general public’s urgent life-saving and sustenance needs until emergency personnel arrive. The CERT Program educates people about disaster preparedness and trains them in basic response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, and disaster medical operations. CERT members assist their fellow citizens/coworkers in their community or workplace following a disaster. CERT members take an active role in their community by preparing for a disaster, thus reducing their own impact risk.

The City of Wildomar uses Alert RivCo, a phone alert system to alert residents and businesses in Riverside County who are affected, threatened, or might be endangered by an emergency event or a disaster , such as wildfires, floods, hazardous materials, severe weather, and certain law enforcement incidents. Alert RivCo is 566

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part of a group of alert and warning tools used in the county. Other systems include the Emergency Alert Systems (EAS) and the Emergency Digital Information System (EDIS).

The EAS is a national public warning system commonly used by state and local authorities to deliver important emergency information, such as weather and AMBER alerts, to affected communities. EAS participants – radio and television broadcasters, cable systems, satellite radio and television providers, and wireline video providers.

FEMA, the Federal Communications System, and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA’s) National Weather Service (NWS) work collaboratively to maintain the EAS and Wireless Emergency Alerts , which are the two main components of the national public warning system and enable authorities at all levels of government to send urgent emergency information to the public. The EDIS is a wireless data cast -based emergency and disaster information service operated by the State of California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services and is an enhancement to the EAS. These systems are available in multiple languages. With advanced warning, evacuation can be effective in reducing injury and loss of life during a catastrophic event. Figure 13-0 shows residential parcels with evacuation constraints. All parcels within an evacuation constraint are located in a least one hazard -prone area and may have only one emergency evacuation route. The lack of multiple emergency access points limits roadway access for these properties, which may create difficulties if there is a need to evacuate, especially in vulnerable communities. Notably, the Farm Specific Plan project area (east of I -15 and south of Bundy Canyon Road) is within a hazard -prone area that lacks multiple emergency access points.

DISASTER PREPAREDNESS
In recent years, the County of Riverside has expanded its emergency preparedness planning. The County of Riverside is required under state law to prepare and maintain a Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) Multi-hazard Functional Plan. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services has extensive guidelines outlining the requirements of the Riverside County SEMS.

PUBLIC SAFETY POWER SHUTOFFS
The City of Wildomar is served by Southern California Edison (SCE). Electricity utilities throughout California, including SCE, have begun to occasionally “de -energize,” or turn off the electricity for, power lines that run through areas where there is an elevated fire risk. This is intended to reduce the risk of power lines sparking or being damaged and starting a wildfire. These activities, called public safety power shutoffs (PSPSs), result in a loss of power for customers served by the affected power lines. A PSPS may occur at any time of the year, usually during high wind events, high temperatures, and dry conditions. PSPS events may be limited to specific communities or they may affect broad swaths of the state. 567

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In January 2021, SCE conducted one large-scale event in response to a Santa Ana wind event, shutting off power to approximately 114,000 customers, including those in Riverside County. In December 2020, SCE conducted two large -scale events shutting off power to approximately 95,000 customers, including those in Riverside County. The largest PSPS event during this time occurred on December 4 and ended on December 14, 2020.

During this event, 197,729 customers in seven counties (San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange, Kern, Los Angeles, Tuolumne, and Ventura) were identified as under consideration for PSPS. During this event, SCE de-energized circuits not originally in scope when unexpected high wind conditions were observed in the areas of concern.

Ultimately, SCE proactively de-energized 73,137 customers in areas of Inyo, Kern, Mono, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura Counties.

In October 2019, SCE conducted four large -scale events, shutting off power to approximately 160,000 customers, including those in Riverside County. The largest PSPS event during this time occurred on October 27 and ended on October 31, 2019. During this event, 498,660 customers in 12 counties (Fresno, Inyo, Kern, Los Angeles, Madera, Mono, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, Tulare, Tuolumne, and Ventura) served by 352 distribution circuits and seven transmission lines were identified as under consideration for PSPS.

Ultimately, proactive de-energization was required for 126 circuits (including three transmission lines) affecting 126,364 customers, including some in Riverside County, over two weather systems. PSPS events can impact emergency management activities. A loss of power can make it more difficult for homes or businesses to receive emergency notifications if needed. PSPS events can also create vulnerabilities for community members that lack backup power supplies and depend on electricity for heating or cooling homes and buildings, lighting, and internet. PSPS events may also be harmful to people who depend on electrically powered medical devices.

Additionally, community members may be faced with economic hardships and be deprived of important services, such as grocery stores, gas stations, and banks/ATMs. Traffic lights and other traffic control systems may not work, which can complicate any evacuation needs and may hinder emergency response (see Figure 13- 0 for evacuation constraints). Although critical public health and safety facilities often have backup generators, the loss of power may also disable other key infrastructure systems.

MUTUAL-AID AGREEMENTS
Additional emergency management and response services in Wildomar are provided through a mutual -aid agreement with the Riverside County Fire Department and CAL FIRE. The Riverside County Fire Department and CAL FIRE provide a variety of public safety services, including fire protection, medical aid, rescue, hazardous materials response, and educational safety programs. 568

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GOAL S-7: To ensure the maintenance of an Emergency Management Response Plan to effectively prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate the effects of natural and human-caused disasters.

Disaster Preparedness
POLICY S-87 Implement and update the City of Wildomar’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, as directed by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services and the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and maintain mutual-aid agreements with federal, state, and local agencies, as well as the private sector, to assist in:
(1) Clearance of debris in the event of widespread slope failures, collapsed buildings or structures, or other circumstances that could result in blocking emergency access or regress
(2) Heavy search and rescue
(3) Fire suppression
(4) Hazardous materials response
(5) Temporary shelter
(6) Geologic and engineering needs
(7) Traffic and crowd control
(8) Building inspection
POLICY S-88 Provide alerts about potential, developing, and ongoing emergency situations through extensive early -warning and notification systems that convey information to all residents, in multiple languages and formats to ensure it is widely accessible.

POLICY S-89 Ensure residents that speak languages other than English have access to communication, educational materials, and assistance in evacuation, short-term, and long-term recovery activities.
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POLICY S-90 Encourage private businesses, consortiums, and neighborhoods to be self-sufficient in an emergency by maintaining a fire control plan, including an on -site firefighting capability and volunteer fire response teams to respond to small fires, evacuation plans, and identifying medical personnel or residents capable and certified in first - aid and CPR.

POLICY S-91 Conduct citywide drills for earthquakes and other hazards as appropriate. Use the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s HAZUS Program to develop internal scenarios for emergency response and test back -up power generators in public facilities and other critical facilities taking part in the earthquake drill. During emergency drills, encourage communication and cooperation b etween emergency response staff and designated contacts at hospitals, high -occupancy buildings, and dependent-care facilities.

POLICY S-92 Develop a system to respond to short -term increases in hazard on the southern San Andreas Fault, based on probabilities associated with foreshocks.

POLICY S-93 As feasible, install solar energy and battery backup systems at critical public and private facilities to ensure continuation of services if the power grid is disrupted.

POLICY S-94 Maintain and continue to i mprove management and emergency dissemination of information using portable computers with geographic information systems (GIS) and disaster-resistant Internet access, to obtain:
• Hazardous Materials Disclosure Program Business Plans regarding the location and type of hazardous materials;
• Real-time information on seismic, geologic, or flood hazards; and • The locations of high- occupancy, immobile populations, potentially hazardous building structures, utilities, and other lifelines.

POLICY S-95 Continue to improve information sharing, coordination, and collaboration among public agencies, disadvantaged and vulnerable communities, and community -based organizations.
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POLICY S-96 Regularly review and clarify emergency evacuation plans for dam failure, flood inundation, fire, and hazardous materials releases. The City shall also c ontinue to maintain, periodically update, and test the effectiveness of the Emergency Operations Plan and develop plans for short-term and long-term post-disaster recovery.

POLICY S-97 Maintain a City Emergency Operations Plan to include the National Incident Management System (N.I.M.S.).

POLICY S-98 Coordinate with local and State Emergency Management agencies using the Standardized Emergency Management System (S.E.M.S.) and N .I.M.S. to facilitate multi-agency emergency response.

POLICY S-99 Monitor the effectiveness of public safety, preparedness, and hazard mitigation policies under changing climate conditions to continue to protect the community as local and regional conditions change.

POLICY S-100 Regularly update all appropriate planning documents, including the Safety Element, the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, emergency operations plans, and other public safety plans, and ensure these updates integrate adaptation considerations for climate-related hazards.

POLICY S-101 Develop a blueprint for managing evacuation plans, including allocation of buses, designation and protection of disaster routes to maximize capacity and redundancy, and creation of traffic -control contingencies. Ensure that evacuation transportation services are available for those with limited mobility or lacking access to a personal vehicle.

POLICY S-102 Coordinate with utility companies to minimize service interruptions, such as Public Safety Power Shutoffs, before, during, and after hazardous conditions, including options to harden and underground utility lines.

POLICY S-103 Adopt inundation alert and readiness levels corresponding with official forecasts by the State Office of Emergency Services, regarding earthquake prediction and potential for dam failure.
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Critical Facilities and Lifelines
POLICY S-104 Strengthen the project permit and review process to ensure that proper actions are taken to reduce hazard impacts and encourage structural and nonstructural design and construction. Damage must be minimized for critical facilities, and susceptibility to structural collapse must be minimized, if not eliminated. (1) Ensure that special development standards, designs, and construction practices reduce risk to tolerable levels for projects involving critical facilities, large -scale residential development, and major commercial or industrial development through conditional use permits and the subdivision review process. If appropriate, impact fees should be assessed to finance required actions.
(2) Require mitigation measures to reduce potential damage caused by ground failure for sites determined to have potential for liquefaction. Such measures shall apply to critical facilities, utilities, and large commercial and industrial projects as a condition of project approval.
(3) Require that planned lifeline utilities, as a condition of project approval, be designed, located, structurally upgraded, fit with safety shutoff valves, designed for easy maintenance, and have redundant backup lines where unstable slopes, earth cracks, active faults, or areas of liquefaction cannot be avoided. (4) Review proposed uses of fault setback areas closely to ensure that county infrastructure (roads, utilities, drains) are not unduly placed at risk by the developer.

Insurance, bonding, or compensation plans should be used to compensate the County of Riverside for the potential costs of repair.

POLICY S-105 Promote strengthening of planned and existing utilities and lifelines, the retrofit and rehabilitation of existing weak structures, and the relocation of certain critical facilities.

POLICY S-106 Identify critical facilities in hazard-prone areas and work to relocate or harden these facilities to reduce risk of damage and loss of service.

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POLICY S-107 Coordinate with the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) and/or use the Capital Improvement Program, to strengthen, relocate, or take other appropriate measures to safeguard high -voltage lines, water, sewer, natural gas and petroleum pipelines, and trunk electrical and telephone conduits that:
• Extend through areas of high liquefaction potential.
• Cross active faults.
• Traverse earth cracks or landslides.

POLICY S-108 Require additional design considerations for lifelines within subsidence areas.

POLICY S-109 Communicate climate risks to energy utilities and request they ensure that new and upgraded infrastructure is climate resilient.

POLICY S-110 During the development review process, when developing alternatives and adaptation projects for consideration, the city shall require applicants to identify natural infrastructure that may be used through the conservation, preservation, or sustainable management of open space to reduce climate change hazards, where feasible.

POLICY S-111 Establish a network of equitably located resilience hubs throughout Wildomar and ensure that resilience hubs are situated outside of areas at risk from hazard impacts to the extent possible, offer refuge from extreme heat and extreme weather events, as well as poor air quality and disasters, and are equipped with renewable energy generation and backup power supplies. Such facilities should be in easily accessible locations and be available to all community members , including vulnerable communities, as needed. Resilience hubs consist of well ‐used, existing community ‐ serving facilities that are upgraded to provide local communities with shelter, water, and electricity during these events or disasters.

POLICY S-112 Ensure that all public services, municipal operations , and critical facilities can continue operating during and after a hazard or emergency event to meet community needs to the greatest extent possible.
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POLICY S-113 Prohibit development of critical facilities that are proposed in dam failure inundation areas unless no feasible alternative exists and apply hazardous materials safety guidelines within such zones.

POLICY S-114 The City will require development applications in and adjacent to the Farm Specific Plan project area to evaluate the feasibility of the extension of Sunset Avenue to connect with La Estrella Street and provide additional ingress and egress for emergency response vehicles and residents.

Public Information and Outreach
POLICY S-115 Conduct public outreach and education efforts to inform people in Wildomar of the hazard risks, vulnerabilities, and threats in the community, especially in vulnerable communities, and what steps community members should take to reduce their risks and provide all materials and information in both English and Spanish by default, as well as any other languages, as requested.

POLICY S-116 Forge productive working relationships and foster good communication with researchers, other government agencies, and providers of mitigation services.

POLICY S-117 The City shall coordinate and share data, experience, and strategies with other emergency management agencies in state or regional efforts on disaster preparedness coordination and disaster response procedures.

POLICY S-118 Maximize use of technology and the Internet to effectively distribute emergency communications and alerts to members of the public to improve resiliency.

POLICY S-119 Ensure that communication systems used by emergency responders and key City staff have sufficient redundancy and resiliency to meet City needs during and after a hazard event.

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ADDITIONAL CLIMATE-RELATED HAZARDS

DROUGHT
A drought is a long period when precipitation levels are well below normal. Wildomar chronically experiences drought cycles. Since the 1950s, Riverside County has received an average of 8 inches of rainfall per year, although that number can vary greatly between years.

Drought makes less water available for people, businesses, agricultural activities, and natural systems. Less snow falling in mountainous areas causes water levels in lakes and reservoirs to drop, which can affect recreation activities. Local ecosystems th at are not well adapted to drought conditions can be more easily harmed by it.

During drought events, the flow of water in creeks and streams is reduced, creating more slow -moving or standing water. This can concentrate sediment and toxins in the low water levels, causing harm to plants and animals. Many fish species also prefer specific stream flow speeds, especially for spawning and egg incubation, and changes to stream velocity as a result of drought conditions can affect reproduction. Droughts can also indirectly lead to more wildfires, and the stress caused by water shortages can weaken plants, making them more susceptible to pests and diseases.

The U.S. Drought Monitor recognizes a five-point scale for drought events: D0 (abnormally dry), D1 (moderate drought), D2 (severe drought), D3 (extreme drought), and D4 (exceptional drought). According to the U.S.

Drought Monitor, the most intensive drought conditions in recent years occurred during most of 2007, when all of Riverside County was classified as being in “extreme” drought. As of spring 2021, western Riverside County, including Wildomar, was classified as being in “moderate” drought. For 74 percent of the time since 2000, at least half of Riverside County has been under some level of drought conditions and 48 percent of the time since 2000, all of Riverside County has faced drought conditions. These figures do not include times when sources of Riverside County’s imported water may have also been under drought events.

Potential Changes to Drought in Future Years
Likelihood of Future Occurrence
Drought is different than many of the other natural hazards in that it is not a distinct event and usually has a slow onset. Drought can severely impact a region both physically and economically. Drought affects different sectors in different ways and with varying intensities. Adequate water is the most critical issue for commercial and domestic use. As the population in the city continues to grow, so will the demand for water. 576

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Based on historical information, the occurrence of drought in California, including Riverside County, is cyclical, driven by weather patterns. Drought has occurred in the past and will occur in the future. Periods of actual drought with adverse impacts can vary in duration, and the period between droughts is often extended. Although an area may be under an extended dry period, determining when it becomes a drought is based on impacts to individual water users. The impacts of Wildomar to drought include reduction in water supply and an increase in dry fuels.

Most of the imported water used comes from the State Water Project via the Sierra Nevada range and the Colorado River Aqueduct. Reduced winter precipitation levels and warmer temperatures have greatly decreased the size of the Sierra Nevada snowpack (the volume of accumulated snow), which in turn makes less fresh water available for communities throughout California. Continued decline in the Sierra Nevada snowpack volume is expected, which may lead to lower volumes of available imported water.

Climate Change and Drought
Although droughts are a regular feature of California’s climate, scientists expect that climate change will lead to more frequent and more intense droughts statewide. Overall, precipitation levels are expected to stay similar, and may even increase in some places. However, the state’s current data say that there will be more years with extreme levels of precipitation, both high and low, as a result of climate change. This is expected to cause more frequent and intense droughts compared to historical norms. Higher air temperatures are expected to increase evaporation, causing more water loss from lakes and reservoirs, exacerbating drought conditions.

EXTREME HEAT
While there is no universal definition of extreme heat, California guidance documents define extreme heat as temperatures that are hotter than 98 percent of the historical high temperatures for the area, as measured between April and October of 1961 to 1990. Days that reach this level are called extreme heat days. In Wildomar, the extreme heat threshold is 105°F. An event with five extreme heat days in a row is called a heat wave.

Health impacts are the primary concern with this hazard, though economic impacts are also an issue. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognizes extreme heat as a substantial public health concern.

Historically, NOAA data indicates that about 175 Americans succumb to the demands of summer heat, although this number has increased in recent years. From 2004 to 2018, studies by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services indicate that there is an average of 702 deaths annually that are directly or indirectly linked to extreme heat.
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Extreme heat events are dangerous because people exposed to extreme heat can suffer a number of heat-related illnesses, including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and (most severely) heat stroke. Elderly persons, small children, chronic invalids, those on certain medications or drugs, and persons with weight and alcohol problems are particularly susceptible to heat reactions. The elderly and individuals below the poverty level are the most vulnerable to extreme heat. Nursing homes and elder -care facilities are especially vulnerable to extreme heat events if power outages occur, and air conditioning is not available. In addition, individuals below the poverty level may be at increased risk to extreme heat if use of air conditioning is not affordable. Areas with lower extreme heat thresholds are not necessarily at lower risk, as persons and community assets used to cooler temperatures may be less prepared for extreme heat events.

Very high temperatures can harm plants and animals that are not well adapted to them , including natural ecosystems. Extreme heat can increase the temperature of water in lakes, streams, creeks, and other water bodies, especially during drought events when water levels are lower. In some cases, water temperatures may exceed comfortable levels for a number of plants and animals, causing ecological harm. Outdoor workers in construction or landscaping are also much more exposed to the elements than most people, so they are more susceptible to extreme heat conditions and the potential illnesses associated with very high temperatures.

Indirectly, extreme heat puts more stress on power lines, causing them to run less efficiently. The heat also causes more demand for electricity (usually to run air conditioning units), and in combination with the stress on the power lines, may lead to brownouts and blackouts.

Potential Changes to Extreme Heat in Future Years
Likelihood of Future Occurrence
Extreme heat tends to occur on an annual basis and is likely to continue occurring annually. As Wildomar is located in western Riverside County and at relatively low elevation, extremely high temperatures will continue to be a more common occurrence than cold temperatures.

Climate Change and Extreme Heat
The warmer temperatures brought on by climate change are likely to cause an increase in extreme heat events.

Depending on the location and emissions levels, the state Cal -Adapt database indicates the number of extreme heat days is expected to rise from a h istorical annual average of 4 to between 25 and 37 by the middle of the century (2041 to 2060), and to between 34 and 58 by the end of the century (2070 to 2099). 578

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Overall, Wildomar is expected to see an increase in the average daily high temperatures. Although the temperature increases may appear modest, the projected high temperatures are substantially greater than historical norms. These increases also make it more likely that an above-average high temperature will cross the extreme heat threshold. As temperatures increase, Wildomar will face increased risk of death from dehydration, heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heart attack, stroke, and respiratory distress caused by extreme heat.

SEVERE WEATHER
Severe weather is generally any destructive weather event, but usually occurs in Wildomar as localized storms that bring heavy rain, hail, lightning, and strong winds. Severe weather is usually caused by intense storm systems, although types of strong winds can occur without a storm. The types of dangers posed by severe weather vary widely and may include injuries or deaths, damage to buildings and structures, fallen trees, roads and railways blocked by debris, and fires sparked by lightning. Severe weather often produces high winds and lightning that can damage structures and cause power outages. Lightning from these storms can ignite wildfires and structure fires that can cause damage to buildings and endanger people. Objects can also be struck directly, which may result in an explosion, burn, or total destruction. Lightning happens occasionally and there have been six injuries and one death reported from lightning events since 1950. Hail events are rare and there have been no reported injuries from hail in Wildomar. In Riverside County, most severe weather is linked to high winds.

High winds, often accompanying severe storms, can cause significant property and crop damage, threaten public safety, and have adverse economic impacts from business closures and power loss.

Santa Ana winds have caused large amounts of damage and increased the fire damage level dramatically. Santa Ana winds are generally defined as warm, dry winds that blow from the east or northeast (offshore). These winds occur below the passes and canyons of the coastal ranges of Southern California. Santa Ana winds often blow with exceptional speed in the Santa Ana Canyon. The complex topography of Southern California, combined with various atmospheric conditions, creates numerous scenarios that may cause w idespread or isolated Santa Ana events. Commonly, Santa Ana winds develop when a region of high pressure builds over the Great Basin (the high plateau east of the Sierra Nevada and west of the Rocky Mountains, including most of Nevada and Utah). Santa Ana winds commonly occur between October and April with December having the highest frequency of events. Summer events are rare. Wind speeds are typically north to east at 40 miles per hour (mph) through and below passes and canyons with gusts to 58 mph. Stronger Santa Ana winds can have gusts greater than 69 mph over widespread areas and, in rare instances, gusts greater than 115 mph in specific areas. Frequently, the strongest winds in the basin occur during the night and morning hours due to the absence of a sea breeze.
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All wind events, including Santa Ana winds, pose several different types of threats. By themselves, the winds pose a threat to the health of people and structures in the county. Dust and plant pollen blown by the wind can create breathing problems. The winds can blow roofs off buildings and cause tree limbs to fall on structures.

High winds also increase the threat of wildfires. Winds may dry out brush and forest areas, increasing the fuel load in fire-prone areas. Winds may spark wildfires by knocking down power lines or causing them to arc. If fires do start, high winds can push flames quickly into new areas, contributing to rapid spread of wildfires and making them harder to control.

Potential Changes to Severe Weather in Future Years
Likelihood of Future Occurrence
According to historical hazard data, severe weather is an annual occurrence in western Riverside County.

Damage and disaster declarations related to severe weather have occurred and will continue to occur in the future. Heavy rain and thunderstorms are the most frequent type of severe weather occurrences in the county.

Wind and lightning often accompany these storms and have caused damage in the past. However, actual damage associated with the primary effects of severe weather have been limited. It is the s econdary hazards caused by severe weather, such as floods and fire, that have had the greatest impact on the county. In general, any severe storm that affects Riverside County has local effects in Wildomar as well. Thunderstorms, high winds, and lightning can each have localized impacts on infrastructure, properties, and public safety. Transportation, including freight shipping, faces increased congestion when severe storms occur.

Climate Change and Severe Weather
Climate change is expected to cause an increase in intense rainfall, which is usually associated with strong storm systems. This means that Wildomar could see more intense storms in the coming years and decades. Such an increase may not affect all forms of severe weather and may not always be apparent.

While average annual rainfall may increase only slightly, climate change is expected to cause an increase in the number of years with intense levels of precipitation. Heavy rainfall can increase the frequency and severity of other hazards, including flooding and landslides. Climate change is also expect ed to increase the total number of intense storms that affect Wildomar, possibly causing an increase in the frequency of severe weather events and any associated hazards. Some already -rare forms of severe wea ther, such as tornados, are not expected to increase in a noticeable way.

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GOAL S-8: To ensure a resilient community able to adapt to climate-related hazards.

POLICY S-120 Collaborate with local governments and special districts in western Riverside County as well as with Inland Southern California Climate Collaborative to develop and implement regional climate change adaptation and resilience initiatives.

POLICY S-121 Support implementation of the Resilient IE project to foster increased community resilience to climate-related hazards in Wildomar and across the wider region.

POLICY S-122 Use the reported data and findings of applicable local, regional, or state documents or plans pertaining to climate -related hazards that could impact the City of Wildomar, including the California Climate Change Assessment, the California Adaptation Planning Guide, and the Safeguarding California Plan.

POLICY S-123 Prepare for a reduced, long -term water supply resulting from more frequent and severe drought events, including working with regional water providers to implement extensive water conservation measures and ensure sustainable water supplies.

POLICY S-124 Renovate existing City -owned assets and design future facilities to incorporate renewable energy generation systems, battery storage systems, and energy -efficient design and features, as feasible.

POLICY S-125 Coordinate with water agencies and irrigation districts to explore ways to improve and increase storage capacity and generation efficiency.

POLICY S-126 Work with healthcare providers to support free or reduced -cost vaccinations for vector-borne diseases that are widely available for Wildomar residents.

POLICY S-127 Coordinate with local governments and Riverside Transit Agency to increase shading and heat-mitigating materials on pedestrian walkways and transit stops.

POLICY S-128 Ensure that unhoused persons or groups in the City of Wildomar have access to temporary and/or emergency housing, food, and other essential living materials to keep them safe during anticipated hazard events.
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POLICY S-129 Encourage new developments and existing property owners to incorporate sustainable, energy -efficient, and environmentally regenerative features into their facilities, landscapes, and structures to reduce energy demands and improve on -site resilience. Support financing efforts to increase community access to these features.

POLICY S-130 Ensure that lower- income households have access to low -cost programs (e.g., subsidies for National Flood Insurance Program participation, air-conditioning, low- cost healthcare) to protect their homes and wellbeing from climate-related hazards.

POLICY S-131 Promote and expand the use of drought ‐tolerant green infrastructure, including street trees and landscaped areas, as part of cooling strategies in public and private spaces.

POLICY S-132 Use natural resources and infrastructure to absorb the impacts of climate- related hazards and associated natural hazards, as feasible.

POLICY S-133 Ensure that workers in outdoor industries have the training and resources to be adequately protected from environmental hazards, including extreme heat, poor air quality, and diseases.

POLICY S-134 Encourage the use of high -reflectivity pavement in new or significantly retrofitted large-scale paving projects, such as parking lots.

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TABLE S-3: IMPLEMENTATION MEASURES
Implementation Measure Applicable
Policy
Responsible
Department Time Frame Funding Source
S-1 The City shall conduct an evaluation of City-owned
buildings and facilities in areas prone to flood,
landslide/debris flows, and wildfire to maximize defensible space and outdoor fireproofing, improve drainage systems, stabilize nearby slopes, and take actions to harden the property as needed. The evaluation shall be reviewed
biannually and updated as needed.

S-1 Planning Department Ongoing General Fund /
Capital Improvement
Program / Bonds
S-2 Continue to implement the City’s most currently adopted Building Codes to ensure that development is constructed in a structurally and seismically safe manner. To the extent feasible, conduct periodic seismic safety inspections to ensure compliance with adopted codes.

S-12 Building and Safety
Department
Ongoing General Fund /
Fines
S-3 The City shall require and review preliminary soils reports submitted by applicants for every major subdivision and for each individual lot or project site where critically expansive soils have been identified or are expected to exist.

S-16 Building and Safety
Department /
Planning Department
Ongoing General Fund /
Development Fees
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Implementation Measure Applicable
Policy
Responsible
Department Time Frame Funding Source
S-4 The City shall update the Zoning Ordinance as necessary to comply with state requirements for flood control.

S-19
S-27
S-28
S-30
S-39
Planning Department Ongoing General Fund
S-5 Consult with the Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District as well as upstream and downstream jurisdictions regarding regional approaches for the
planning, construction, operation, and maintenance of
drainage and flood-control facilities. Include these entities in the referral of project applications as appropriate.

S-25
S-26
S-29
S-35
S-42
Planning Department /
Public Works Department /
Engineering Department
Ongoing General Fund
S-6 The City shall annually provide flood protection safety information via social media and posting on the City
website to educate citizens about safety during flood
conditions, including the dangers of driving on flooded roads.

S-36 Planning Department Ongoing General Fund /
Grant Programs
S-7 The City shall conduct regular cleaning and maintenance of storm drains along key roadways, especially in advance of the rainy season. The City shall address potential ponding and the need for storm drain improvements on major
roadways.

S-36 Public Works Department Ongoing General Fund
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Implementation Measure Applicable
Policy
Responsible
Department Time Frame Funding Source
S-8 Continue to implement the City’s most currently adopted Fire Codes to ensure that development is constructed in a structurally safe manner. To the extent feasible, conduct periodic fire safety inspections to ensure compliance with adopted codes.

S-44
S-50
Fire Department Ongoing General Fund /
Fines
S-9 Coordinate with Southern California Edison (SCE) to ensure areas below and adjacent to power lines are kept clear of plant matter and other accumulated debris.

S-45 Fire Department / Planning
Department / Public Works
Department
Ongoing General Fund
S-10 Require continued operation of programs for fuel breaks, brush management, controlled burning, revegetation, and fire roads.

S-45 Fire Department / Planning
Department
Ongoing General Fund
S-11 When reviewing long-term comprehensive fuel reduction and management programs for discretionary projects, the City shall require these plans to include a risk analysis; fire response capabilities discussion; fire safety requirements, including defensible space, infrastructure, and building ignition resistance; mitigation measures and design
considerations for non-conforming fuel modification;
wildfire education; and maintenance and limitations. Fire hazard reduction measures shall be incorporated into the design of development projects in fire hazard areas and incorporated into the covenants, conditions, and
restrictions (CC&Rs) as appropriate.

S-46 Planning Department Ongoing General Fund
Development Fees
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Implementation Measure Applicable
Policy
Responsible
Department Time Frame Funding Source
S-12 Develop a Defensible Space Ordinance or Landscape
Ordinance that provides specific guidelines and
requirements for the design and maintenance of public
and private landscapes in Very High Fire Severity Zones, as defined by CAL FIRE.

S-49 Planning Department /
Public Works Department/

CAL FIRE
Ongoing General Fund
S-13 Encourage and identify opportunities to incentivize owners of existing properties and new development projects, to adopt the defensible space landscaping zones as defined by CAL FIRE. When needed, clear excess dried vegetation across the city in areas identified by the Riverside County Fire Department.

S-49 Fire Department / CAL FIRE /
Planning Department /
Public Works Department
Ongoing General Fund /
Developer Cost /
Bureau of Reclamation
Drought Resiliency
Grants
S-14 Maintain automatic aid agreements with other fire
protection/suppression agencies in Riverside County.

S-55
S-57
Fire Department Ongoing General Fund
S-15 The City shall work with CAL FIRE to develop a plan that includes an assessment and projection of future
emergency service needs and emergency training
opportunities.

S-55 Planning Department / CAL
FIRE
Ongoing General Fund
S-16 The City shall work with the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District to maintain adequate water supply and identify areas lacking adequate water service for firefighting,
including capacity for peak load under a reasonable worst- case wildland fire scenario, to be determined by CAL FIRE.

The City shall identify areas lacking adequate water service, where future development may occur.

S-56 Planning Department / Fire
Department / CAL FIRE
Ongoing General Fund
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Implementation Measure Applicable
Policy
Responsible
Department Time Frame Funding Source
S-17 The City shall periodically evaluate fire protection services in the city to determine if fire protection resources are being effectively and efficiently used.

S-64 Planning Department / CAL
FIRE
Ongoing General Fund
S-18 The City shall work with CAL FIRE and the Riverside County Fire Department to maximize the use of resources to
develop functional and/or operational consolidations and standardization of services and to maximize the efficient use of fire protection resources.

S-64 Planning Department / CAL
FIRE
Ongoing General Fund
S-19 Assist the South Coast Air Quality Management District in establishing and implementing Community Air Monitoring
Plans for vulnerable communities.

S-68
S-71
Planning Department Ongoing General Fund
S-20 Coordinate with State and regional regulatory entities and community members to fund citizen-led data collection,
monitor pollution exposure, and identify and implement
solutions in disadvantaged communities.

S-70
S-73
Planning Department Ongoing General Fund
S-21 Prepare an urban forest master plan for the city that includes quantified goals and tracking methods,
prioritizing vulnerable communities.

S-72
S-73
Planning Department By 2025 General Fund /
Grant Funding
S-22 Develop and adopt a set of landscaping-as-
remediation/mitigation guidelines for sites engaging with hazardous materials as well as contaminated sites in the city.

S-75 Planning Department By 2025 General Fund
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Implementation Measure Applicable
Policy
Responsible
Department Time Frame Funding Source
S-23 Require existing and new commercial and industrial uses involving the use, handling, transport, or disposal of
hazardous materials in the city to disclose their activities in accordance with Riverside County guidelines and the
requirements of California law.

S-77
S-81
Planning Department / Fire
Department / Engineering
Department / Public Works
Department
Entitlement
process and
through routine
inspections
General Fund
S-24 Designate the Riverside County Fire Department as the keeper of a database of all properties in Wildomar
engaging with hazardous materials and include such
information as their address, their owner’s contact
information, and a list of all the hazardous materials on site.

S-80 Fire Department Ongoing General Fund
S-25 Require that construction activities cease if ground or water contamination is discovered during construction
until the contamination is reported and the extent of the contamination, as well as necessary actions for
remediation, have been identified to the satisfaction of the appropriate agency. Require that remediation activities be completed to the satisfaction of the appropriate
responsible agency (i.e., Riverside County Department of Environmental Health, San Diego Regional Water Quality
Control Board, Department of Toxic Substances Control, or the City of Wildomar, depending upon the type of
contamination).

S-81 Fire Department Entitlement
process and
through routine
inspections
General Fund
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Implementation Measure Applicable
Policy
Responsible
Department Time Frame Funding Source
S-26 Provide informational and educational materials on the City’s website for residents and vulnerable communities living near areas with hazardous materials or contaminated sites discussing the potential hazard risks associated with a hazardous materials release.

S-85 Planning Department Ongoing General Fund / Fines
S-27 The City shall develop and maintain agreements with other local, state, and federal agencies to ensure coordinated disaster response.

S-87
S-95
S-99
S-117
Fire Department / Police
Department / Planning
Department
Ongoing General Fund
S-28 The City shall continue to work with the County to update the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan upon its expiration to ensure that Wildomar maintains eligibility for pre-disaster mitigation funding.

S-87 Planning Department Ongoing General Fund
S-29 The City shall support hiring multi-lingual staff and offer language training to existing staff to improve
communication and assistance with non-English-speaking
residents
S-89 Planning Department Ongoing General Fund
S-30 The City shall adopt and implement current emergency management principles and practices in all aspects of its emergency operations plan.

S-96 Planning Department Ongoing General Fund
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Implementation Measure Applicable
Policy
Responsible
Department Time Frame Funding Source
S-31 The City shall work with local schools and community centers to create resilience hubs that can serve as
gathering places during emergencies and interruptions in services, and contain access to water, electricity, and other necessary services.

S-111 Planning Department /
Public Works Department
Ongoing General Fund
S-32 The City shall work with local medical providers and the Inland Valley Medical Center to ensure that medical
facilities are prepared to meet any increased demand from hazardous events.

S-112 Planning Department /
Public Works Department
By 2022 General Fund
S-33 Join the Inland Southern California Climate Collaborative to effectively address and build resilience to climate-related hazards that pose a threat to the community.

S-120
S-121
Planning Department By 2023 General Fund
S-34 The City shall integrate the results and adaptive policies of the Climate Vulnerability Assessment into other City
planning documents where feasible, including this General Plan Safety Element, the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan,
Zoning Ordinance, building code, and other applicable
codes.

S-122 Planning Department By 2022 General Fund
S-35 The City shall annually review the climate adaptation and resiliency strategies and shall update them as needed to ensure compliance with state laws and community needs.

S-123
S-124
S-128
Planning Department Annually General Fund
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Implementation Measure Applicable
Policy
Responsible
Department Time Frame Funding Source
S-36 The City shall update the Vulnerability Assessment every three to five years to incorporate new technology,
programs, and policies to improve adaptation to climate- related hazards.

S-123
S-124
S-128
Planning Department Ongoing General Fund
S-37 Where feasible, the City shall encourage the use of existing natural features and ecosystem processes, or the
restoration of, when considering alternatives and
adaptation projects through the conservation,
preservation, or sustainable management of open space.

This includes, but is not limited to, the conservation, preservation, or sustainable management of any form of
aquatic or terrestrial vegetated open space, such as parks, rain gardens, and urban tree canopies. It also includes systems and practices that use or mimic natural processes, such as permeable pavements, bioswales, and other
engineered systems, such as levees that are combined with restored natural systems, to provide clean water, conserve ecosystem values and functions, and provide a wide array of benefits to people and wildlife.

S-129
S-131
S-132
Planning Department Ongoing General Fund /
Development Fees

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APPENDIX A: VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT RESULTS
The table below shows the results of the Vulnerability Assessment prepared for Wildomar, in accordance with the requirements of Senate Bill 379. For each population or asset that may be vulnerable to each climate -related hazard, the population or asset is scored on a scale of zero to five:
0: Not vulnerable
V1: Minimal vulnerability
V2: Low vulnerability
V3: Moderate vulnerability
V4: High vulnerability
V5: Severe vulnerability
The vulnerability scores reflect both the severity of climate -related impacts and the ability of populations and assets to resist and recover from these effects. Refer to the “Climate Change” and “Vulnerable Populations and Assets” sections of the Safety Element for additional details on the Vulnerability Assessment method.

POPULATIONS AND ASSETS AIR QUALITY DROUGHT EXTREME HEAT FLOOD HUMAN
HEALTH

HAZARDS

LANDSLIDES SEVERE

WEATHER WILDFIRE

POPULATIONS
Children age <10 V4 V4 V2 V4
Linguistically isolated populations V2 V2 V1 V2 V3 V2 Healthcare workforce (doctors, nurses) V1 V1 V3 V1 V2 Homeless persons V5 V3 V5 V4 V5 V5 V5
Household renters V2 V3 V2 V2 V2 V3 V2
Householders age >65 V3 V4 V3 V3 V4 V2 V4
Households in poverty V4 V4 V4 V4 V3 V3 V3 V4
Households overpaying for housing (>30% of income) V3 V2 V2 V3 V1 V2 V1 V2 Individuals chronically ill V4 V1 V4 V3 V5 V3 V4 V4
Individuals uncertain about available resources because of citizenship V2 V2 V2 V2 V3 V2 Individuals with disabilities V2 V3 V3 V2 V3 V3 V4
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POPULATIONS AND ASSETS AIR QUALITY DROUGHT EXTREME HEAT FLOOD HUMAN
HEALTH

HAZARDS

LANDSLIDES SEVERE

WEATHER WILDFIRE
Individuals without access to lifelines V3 V3 V4 V3 V3 V3 V4 Low-income individuals V3 V4 V4 V4 V3 V2 V2 V3
Outdoor workers V5 V4 V5 V2 V1 V3 V4
Overcrowded households V2 V1 V2 V2 V1 V2
Pregnant or nursing women V4 V3 V1 V5 V1 V2
Seasonal residents/migrant workers V5 V4 V4 V2 V2 V2 V3 V4 Senior citizens living alone V4 V5 V4 V4 V5 V3 V5
Bridges V3 V3 V2
City Halls and government offices V1 V2
Commercial structures V4 V1 V3 V3
Communication infrastructure V1 V2 V2 V2 V2
Community gathering areas V1 V1 V1 V2
Dams V1 V4 V1 V1
Energy transmission/delivery V4 V3 V3 V4 V4
Evacuation routes V3 V2 V4
Fire stations V1
Fueling infrastructure and pipelines V1 V3 V3 V2 V3
Healthcare facilities V1 V1 V2 V3
Major roads and highways V3 V3 V2 V3
Natural gas pipelines V2 V4 V3
Parks V1 V2 V3 V3 V2
Police/sheriff stations V2 V1
Public open space and protected land V3 V1 V1 V2 V3 V4 Residential structures V4 V4 V2 V4
Schools and childcare centers V3 V3 V2 V2
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POPULATIONS AND ASSETS AIR QUALITY DROUGHT EXTREME HEAT FLOOD HUMAN
HEALTH

HAZARDS

LANDSLIDES SEVERE

WEATHER WILDFIRE
Senior care centers V3 V2 V1
Sidewalks, bikeways, trails V2 V3 V1 V2
Transit infrastructure V3 V2 V3 V2
Transportation facilities and infrastructure V1 V3 V2 V2 V3 Water and wastewater treatment V2 V1 V4 V3 V2 V1
Chaparral V3 V3 V2 V2 V3
Coastal sage scrub V2 V3 O V3 V1 V3
Grassland V3 V2 O V2 V2 V2
Riparian scrub, woodland, and forest V4 V3 O V3 V3 V5 Woodland and forests V3 V3 V3 V2 V4
State and federally owned land V2 V3 V3 V1 V2 V3 V1 V3
Education and health services V2 V3 V3 V1 V2 V2
Retail shopping centers V1 V1 V3 V1 V1 V1
Major employers V1 V3 V1 V1 V2 V2
Communications V2 V1 V1 V2 V3
Energy Delivery V2 V4 V2 V3 V4 V4
Emergency medical response V1 V2 V2 V2 V2 V2
Government administration V1 V1 V1 V1
Public safety V1 V2 V2 V3 V2 V3
Transit access V3 V2 V2 V3 V2
Water and wastewater V3 V2 V4 V3 V3 V4

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Name: Yvette Magdaleno
Title: Management Analyst I -Code Enforcement
Department: Community Development/Emergency Services
Address: 23873 Clinton Keith Road, #201, Wildomar, CA 92595 Direct Contact: 951-677-7751 ext. 214
Fax: 951-698-1463
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The City of Wildomar will send the updated LHMP to the Riverside County Emergency Management Department which will forward it to the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (CAL OES) for review prior to being submitted to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). In addition, we will wait to receive an “Approval Pending Adoption” letter from FEMA before taking the plan to our local governing bodies for adoption. Upon approval, the City of Wildomar will insert the signed resolution.

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This local hazard mitigation plan aims to identify the County’s hazards, review and assess past disaster occurrences, estimate the probability of future occurrences, and set goals to mitigate potential risks to reduce or eliminate long-term risks to people and property from natural and manmade hazards.

The plan was prepared pursuant to the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 to achieve eligibility and potentially secure mitigation funding through Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Mitigation Assistance, Pre-Disaster Mitigation, and Hazard Mitigation Grant Programs.

The City of Wildomar's continual efforts to maintain a disaster-mitigation strategy are ongoing. Our goal is to develop and maintain an all-inclusive plan to include all jurisdictions, special districts, businesses, and community organizations to promote consistency, continuity, and unification.

The City of Wildomar process followed a methodology presented by FEMA and CAL-OES which included conducting meetings with the Operational Area Planning Committee (OAPC) coordinated by Riverside County Emergency Management Department (EMD) comprised of participating Federal, State, and local jurisdictions agencies, special districts, school districts, non-profit communities, universities, businesses, tribes, and the general public.

The plan identifies vulnerabilities, provides recommendations for prioritized mitigation actions, evaluates resources, identifies mitigation shortcomings, and provides future mitigation planning and maintenance of the existing plan.

The plan will be implemented upon FEMA approval.
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SECTION 1.0 COMMUNITY PROFILE

1.1 CITY MAP
Figure 1 depicts the Wildomar city limits, as well as the location and proximity of surrounding cities.

Figure 1-City of Wildomar
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1.2 GEOGRAPHY AND CLIMATE DESCRIPTION
The City of Wildomar is an incorporated city in southwest Riverside County, California.

Approximately 24 square miles in area, the City is 41 miles south of the City of Riverside (County seat). The City of Wildomar sits adjacent to the City of Murrieta to the south, the City of Menifee to the east, and the City of Lake Elsinore to the north. Interstate 15 (I-15) freeway runs through the middle of the City. The Santa Margarita Watershed runs through the southwest portion of the City. Stormwater runoff from portions of Lake Elsinore and Wildomar collects in the Murrieta & Temecula creeks and forms the Santa Margarita River south of the City.

The City of Wildomar’s climate can be described as Winter is almost never extreme, low temperatures rarely go below freezing. In the summer, the high temperatures hover in the 90's, but some days may go over 100 during heat waves. Rainfall for City of Wildomar is typical of that of the rest of Riverside County.

1.3 BRIEF HISTORY
Wildomar is a community of old and new, more mature homes and acreages with horses and other animals mixed with more modern housing tracts. Nestled between the cities of Murrieta, Menifee, and Lake Elsinore, Wildomar officially became a city on July 1, 2008, at that time home to approximately 28,000 residents. The name Wildomar was coined from the names of its three founders -- the WIL from William Collier, the DO from Donald Graham and the MAR from Margaret Collier Graham.
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Figure 2 - Jobs By Sector
Sources: California Employment Development, US Census Bureau, 2020

1.4 ECONOMY DESCRIPTION
City of Wildomar is primarily a bedroom community. Development in the City is 79 percent residential, 21 percent commercial/industrial, which limits the sales and property tax base. The largest employer is the education and healthcare sector, which accounts for over

18.3% of the jobs in the community. In addition, as depicted in Figure 2, construction, leisure, professional, and retail sectors combined with education make up over 65% of the jobs in the community.

Educational Services, Health Care, and Social Services

19.5%
Construction

12.4%
Retail Trade

12.3%
Arts, Entertainment, Recreation, and Accommodation

11.3%
Professional, Scientific, Management, and Administrative

9.3%
Manufacturing
8%
Transportation, Warehousing and Utilities

6.3%
Other Services, Except Public Administration
6%
Information

1.8%
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1.5 POPULATION AND HOUSING
According to the California Department of Finance and the US Census estimates, the population of the City of Wildomar in 2021 was 37,345., which increased from the 2020 population of 36,875 (1.26 percent increase). Since 2010 population growth within the City has ranged between 1% and 2% year over year, and is expected to continue to grow at a similar pace (Figure 3).

Figure 3 - Total Population
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During the same year period, total households grew at a similar pace, with a total of 11,743 households in the City in 2021 (Figure 4). Based on these two estimates, the persons per household ratio for the City is 3.14.
12,000
11,800
11,600
11,400
11,200
11,000
10,800
10,600
10,400
10,200
2 0 1 0 2 0 1 1 2 0 1 2 2 0 1 3 2 0 1 4 2 0 1 5 2 0 1 6 2 0 1 7 2 0 1 8 2 0 1 9 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 1 2 0 2 2 Figure 4 - Total Households
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Table 1 provides demographic information according to the 2020 United States Census Bureau.

Subject
Total Population
AGE
Under 5
5 to 9
10 to 14
15 to 19
20 to 24
25 to 29
30 to 34
35 to 39
40 to 44
45 to 49
50 to 54
55 to 59
60 to 64
65 to 69
70 to 74
75 to 89
80 to 84
85 and over
Female
18,339

6.8%

7.3%

6.2%

7.2%

7.0%

6.9%

7.9%

6.4%

6.1%

4.9%

4.7%

7.0%

7.7%

4.7%

3.4%

1.2%

2.8%

1.7%
Total Male
2,456
2,646
2,246
2,610
2,708
2,742
2,077
2,565
2,033
1,875
2,217
2,557
1,500
1,246
611
766
676

6.8%

7.3%

6.2%

7.2%

7.4%

8.1%

7.3%

5.1%

8.1%

6.4%

5.7%

5.2%

6.4%

3.6%

3.5%

2.2%

1.2%

2.0%
2,596
36,091 17,752
Table 1- Age and Gender Demographics
Table 2 - providedemographic information regarding ethnicity according to the 2020 United States Census Bureau.

Table 2-Race and Ethnicity of Wildomar
37,815
16,334
1,026
204
1,925
96 2,057
16,173
Total population
White
Black and African American
American Indian and Alaska Native
Asian
Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander
some other Race
Hispanic or Latino (of any Race)

45.26%

2.84%

0.57%

5.33%

0.27%

5.70%

40.00%
1 Approximately 16,173 residents of Wildomar identify as Hispanic or Latino decent, which is also captured in the categories of race identified in Table 2.

Current homeownership figures for the City are based on the 2020 United States Census Bureau.

Based on this survey approximately 73.4% of households in Wildomar own their homes, while the remaining 26.6% rent. Since 2000, the homeownership trend has decreased. 610

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January 2010: Damages totaled more than $317,000 from damage due to flooding, debris flow and silt build up, and unpaved road repairs.

December 2010: Damages totaled more than $70,000 due to flooding, debris flow and silt build-up, unpaved road repairs, and multiple downed trees.

September 2014: Isolated thunderstorms caused damage in the City which included a downed powerline, flooded streets, and lightning strikes.

January 2017: Associated with a series of storms that impacted California the City experienced flooding and other issues associated with heavy downpours in mid- January.

February 14, 2019: 2.41 inches of rain in Wildomar with a total of 3.84 inches across two days which caused flooding streets.

September 4, 2019: Tenaja Fire in Murrieta, adjacent to Wildomar boundaries, burning 1926 acres.

1.6 BRIEF STATEMENT OF UNIQUE HAZARDS
The hazards in the City of Wildomar include the same as much of Riverside County. The primary hazards of concern for the City include earthquakes, wildfires, drought, flooding (including dam inundation), extreme weather, and landslides.

The City of Wildomar has experienced many different disasters since its incorporation in 2008. Including the following locally proclaimed emergencies involving floods, wildfires, and severe storms:

1.7 DEVELOPMENT TRENDS AND LAND USE
With increasing populations come an increase in residential and commercial projects. As of September 2022, the City is going through the entitlement process for both commercial and residential developments that will increase the residential and non-residential development activity in the City. From January 2019 to December 2021, the City approved 4 residential projects. Construction of these projects would result in an additional 551 new homes in the City. In addition, non-residential development in the various stages of the entitlement process within the City could result in nearly 436,000 square feet of commercial and industrial use throughout the City. Figures 6 and 7 depict the activities for both non-residential and residential developments within the City. The City has grown since the last LHMP which would increase the City's vulnerability. 611

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2.1 LOCAL PLANNING PROCESS
The City of Wildomar LHMP committee meets on a regular basis to discuss city hazards of concern, identify potential vulnerabilities, and develop and prioritize appropriate mitigation strategies. The City of Wildomar committee was contacted via email leading up to each meeting. Meetings were conducted on July 21, 2022, where jurisdiction development trends and hazards of concern were discussed. The meetings identified and prioritized mitigation strategies, and reviewed preliminary budgets and potential funding sources for these strategies. At each meeting, relevant information obtained during the Operational Area Planning Committee meetings was also discussed to ensure the team understood the larger process conducted by the County.

Personnel involved in these meetings included the following positions:

City Manager City Clerk Police Chief
Dan York Janet Morales Captain Jim Rayls
Fire Chief Finance Director Community Services Director Lonny Olson
Bob Howell
Heidi Schrader
Daniel Torres
Planning Director Public Works Director Building Official Matt Bassi
Code Enforcement Supervisor
Jason Farag Scott Burns
Raul Berroteran
Emergency Services Department
Yvette Magdaleno
SECTION 2.0 - PLANNING PROCESS
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LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2022 15 LHMP Workshops – Online virtual meetings 09:00 AM to 10:00 PM June 15, 2022
June 28, 2022
July 9, 2022
August 17, 2022
August 24, 2022
September 7, 2022
October 5, 2022
Cities & Special Districts Emergency Managers Meeting
September 14, 2022
October 12, 2022
November 9, 2022
WRCOG Workshop
July 13, 2022
Emergency Operation Centers and Mutual Aid Roundtable
August 23, 2022
RCEMA
July 14, 2022

2.2 PARTICIPATION IN REGIONAL (OA) PLANNING PROCESS
The City of Wildomar participated in various Riverside County workshops, conferences, and meetings, including the following:
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2.3 DATES AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
On December 22, 2022, the Wildomar LHMP was distributed for a 30-day public review and comment period. This document was made available on the City's website:
(http://www.cityofwildomar.org/city_services/emergency_services) As well as at the main desks in City Hall and the City's Library. During this review period ( 0 ) comments were made.

2.4 PLANS ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION
Upon receipt of the Approval Pending Adoption letter by FEMA, the LHMP will be presented to the Wildomar City Council in a public meeting for adoption. A placeholder for the resolution of adoption is provided at the beginning of this document.

3.1 UPDATES FROM THE 2017 PLAN
The 2023 plan update focuses on the reclassification of City Hazards from the prior ranking exercise, as well as the inclusion of Communication Failure and Cyber Attacks (which were added by the Operational Area Planning Committee). In addition, the mitigation strategies identified in this plan take into consideration the progress made since the 2017 plan, as well as the changing conditions within the City, due to both development activities as well as the changing nature of the hazards and vulnerabilities.

SECTION 3.0 - MITIGATION ACTIONS/ UPDATES
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3.2 NEW HAZARDS OR CHANGES FROM 2017
The City of Wildomar planning team has reviewed the updated hazards ranking from the County of Riverside and acknowledges that Earthquakes and Wildfires are hazards of concern for the County as a whole. These hazards may affect the City if critical infrastructures are compromised as a result of one of these incidents.

3.3 MITIGATION PROJECT UPDATES
The City continues implementation of its Capital Improvement Program, which includes projects that provide safer active transportation facilities (sidewalks, bike lanes, and multi- purpose trails) along roadways throughout the City. In past years, the City implemented Safe Routes to Schools projects, which constructed needed improvements (sidewalks, curbs, gutters, etc…) near Ronald Reagan Elementary School, David Brown Middle School, Wildomar Elementary School, William Collier Elementary School, and Elsinore High School. Although State funding programs have changed over the last several years, the City actively submits grant funding applications to secure additional funds to help build active transportation facilities throughout Wildomar and to close active transportation gaps to local schools. The City pursues many different grant funding opportunities. Typical active transportation grant funding programs that the City applies for include the State’s Active Transportation Program and RCTC’s SB 821 Grant Program. 616

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4.1 CRITICAL FACILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURES
Table 3 - Identifies the critical facilities and other community assets identified by the Wildomar Planning Team as important to protect in the event of a disaster.

SECTION 4.0 - HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ASSESSMENT Table 3 - Wildomar Critical Facilities

4.2 ESTIMATING POTENTIAL LOSS
The City of Wildomar is vulnerable to multiple natural and man-made hazards. In a large- scale event, the City may experience damages to Interstate 15, which is a major corridor used as a lifeline to surrounding jurisdictions. If this occurs during an event, access to portions of the western Riverside County would be nearly inaccessible which would greatly be impacting mutual aid resources.

Please refer to Riverside County Operational Area MJHMP Section 4.5 for property loss values for the City of Wildomar. Table 4 below identifies available information regarding replacement costs.
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Note: Replacement values have not been identified for buildings that are not owned by the City of Wildomar.

4.3 Table Replacement Values
5,000,000
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4.4 IDENTIFICATION OF RISKS AND VULNERABILITIES The City of Wildomar’s (City’s) goals, policies, and actions to minimize the hazardsto safety in and around Wildomar. It identifies the natural and human-caused hazards thataffect existing and future development and provides guidelines for protecting residents,employees, visitors, and other community members from injury and death. It describespresent and expected future conditions and sets policies and standards for improved publicsafety. It also seeks to minimize physical harm to the buildings and infrastructure inand around Wildomar to reduce damage to local economic systems, community services,and ecosystems. Some degree of risk is inevitable because the potential for many disasterscannot be completely eliminated and the ability to predict such disasters is limited. The goalis to reduce the risk of injury, death, property loss, and other hardships to acceptable levels. 619

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Table 5 - Obtained from FEMA National Risk Index
Mitigation Capacity
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LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2022 22 Elsinore Fault Zone: This fault zone, which includes the Wildomar, and Wolf Valleyfaults passes through the City on the west side of Interstate 15. The fault zone cangenerate earthquakes ranging in magnitude between 6.5 and 7.5.

Wildomar Fault: Elsinore fault zone runs northwest/southeast and is located in theCity approximately 2,000-4,000 feet west of Interstate 15. The areas adjacent to thefault are within a “Special Studies Zone” as designated under the Alquist-PrioloSpecial Study Zone Act of 1972.

San Andreas Fault Zone: This fault zone, located approximately 50 miles northeast ofthe study area, is the dominant active fault in California. The maximum credibleearthquake from this fault zone is a magnitude of 8.3.

San Jacinto Fault Zone: This fault zone is located approximately 30 miles northeast ofthe City and has a maximum credible earthquake magnitude of 7.5.

Top Risks -
Earthquakes
Severity - Extreme
Probability - Very High
Earthquakes are unpredictable and they can strike at any time without warning. Wildomar is located in a seismically active region of southern California. Prone to both strong seismic shaking and earthquake fault rupture, the City is vulnerable to seismic impacts.

Active faults located within close proximity to the City or that can damage the City, include the following:
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In addition to these active faults, two potentially active faults, the Agua Caliente Fault zone,and the Murrieta Hot Springs Fault are also located near the City. In the event of anearthquake, the location of the epicenter, as well as the time of day and season of the year,would have a profound effect on the number of deaths and casualties, as well as propertydamage. There are a number of small-scale earthquakes that happen weekly, but largerscale or catastrophe shaking is less likely. Property and human life in Wildomar are at riskfor a significant earthquake causing catastrophic damage and strains on response andmitigation resources. The county experiences hundreds of minor quakes and tremblerseach month from the myriad of faults in the area. Studies indicate that stress is building upin major faults like the San Andreas. A major quake could happen at any time.

The San Andreas, San Jacinto, and Elsinore Faults are all capable of producing significantearthquakes, with a magnitude of 6.7 or greater. Table S-1 shows the chances of a majorearthquake on these three faults within Riverside County by 2045, according to the ThirdCalifornia Earthquake Rupture Forecast. Other faults, both in and outside Riverside County,may also be capable of generating significant earthquakes with damaging effectsin the county.

TABLE S-1: CHANCES OF SIGNIFICANT EARTHQUAKES ON MAJORRIVERSIDE COUNTY FAULTS

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San Jacinto
Elsinore

24.2%

6.71%

3.66%

21.2%

6.43%

1.82%

11.6%

5.29%

0.95%

3.15%

2.75%
less than 0.01%
Fault Magnitude 6.7 or
greater
Magnitude 7.0 or
greater
Magnitude 7.5 or
greater
Magnitude 8.0 or
greater
Chances shown are the maximum mean probability for segments of these faults within Riverside County.

Source: Third California Earthquake Rupture Forecast
Mean Chance By 2045
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Potential losses:Earthquakes and other seismic hazards often damage or destroy property and publicinfrastructure, and falling objects or structures pose a risk of injury or death. While Wildomar isat risk from many natural and human-caused hazards, the event with the greatest potential forloss of life or property and economic damage is an earthquake. This is true for most of SouthernCalifornia since damaging earthquakes affect widespread areas, and trigger many secondaryeffects that can overwhelm the ability of local jurisdictions to respond. In Wildomar, earthquake-triggered effects include ground shaking, fault rupture, landslides, liquefaction, subsidence, andseiches. Earthquakes can also cause human-caused hazards such as urban fires, dam failures,and toxic chemical releases. In addition, earthquakes can cause damage to public utilitysystems such as potable water, sewer, electricity, gas, communications, and storm drains.Earthquake risk is extremely high in the western portion of Riverside County, including the Cityof Wildomar, due to the presence of two of California’s most active faults, the San Andreas andSan Jacinto Faults.

Like the majority of Southern California, Wildomar is located in an area subject to seismicactivity. More specifically, the Elsinore Fault Zone (State Fault Zone) traverses a portion of theCity. Out of 11,900 developed parcels city-wide, 18.49% are directly located in a state or countyfault zone.

Most of the loss of life and injuries from earthquakes are due to damage and collapse ofbuildings and structures. Building codes for new construction have generally been made morestringent following damaging earthquakes. However, in Wildomar, structures built prior to theenactment of these improved building codes have generally not been upgraded to currentstandards and are vulnerable in earthquakes. Comprehensive hazard mitigation programs thatinclude the identification and mapping of hazards, prudent planning and enforcement of buildingcodes, and expedient retrofitting and rehabilitation of weak structures can significantly reducethe scope of an earthquake disaster. Damage to utility systems can interrupt critical servicesand cause damages that could also lead to loss of life and injuries. Examples include potablewater interruption to critical facilities like hospitals, interruption of electrical power, and damagesto gas facilities that could create further damages from the ignition.

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Inland Valley Medical Center (Regional Hospital and Trauma Center)Inland Valley Medical OfficesWildomar Senior Center (Palomar St. - within Elsinore Fault Zone)Wildomar Elementary School (Palomar St. - within Elsinore Fault Zone)Eastern Municipal Water District Recycled Water Facility (Palomar St. - within Elsinore FaultZone)Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District Sewer Lift Station (Palomar St. - within Elsinore FaultZone)Sycamore Academy Charter School (Palomar St. - within Elsinore Fault Zone) More specifically, Wildomar has several existing facilities with vulnerable populations or systemsthat could be at more risk during an earthquake, including:

Wildland Fires Severity - Severe Probability - HighWildfires occur on mountains, hillsides, and grasslands. Vegetation, wind, temperature, humidity,and slope are all factors that affect how these fires spread. In Wildomar, native vegetation, suchas chaparral, sage, and grassland provide fuel that allows fire to spread easily across largetracts of land. These plant species are capable of regeneration after a fire, making periodicwildfires a natural part of the ecology of these areas. Portions of the city are undeveloped andconsist of rugged topography with highly flammable vegetation. In particular, the hillside terrain inthe southwestern region near the Elsinore Mountains, as well as the hillside terrain east of I-15,have a substantial fire risk. Undeveloped hillside areas in and adjacent to the city present aserious hazard because of the potential for large-scale wildland fires. Fire potential for RiversideCounty is typically greatest in the months of August, September, and October, when dryvegetation coexists with hot, dry Santa Ana winds. However, in Wildomar, fires with conflagrationpotential can occur at any time of the year. Seasonal drought conditions exacerbate fire hazards.The wildland-urban interface is an area where buildings and infrastructure (e.g., cell towers,schools, water supply facilities) mix with areas of flammable wildland vegetation. This interface issometimes divided into the defense zone (areas in close proximity to communities, usually abouta quarter-mile-thick) and threat zones (an approximately one-and-a-quarter-mile buffer aroundthe defense zone). Hundreds of homes now border major forests and brush areas. Withthousands of people living near and visiting wildland areas, the probability of human-caused firesis growing. Wildfires and urban interface fires have occurred close to or encroached into the city,especially in large areas of grassland, scrub, and chapparal. The most recent fire was the 2019Tenaja Fire, located south of Wildomar in the rural community of La Cresta. The fire burnedapproximately 1,926 acres and damaged three structures but did not encroach into the city.

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In the wildland-urban interface, efforts to prevent ignitions and limit wildfire losses hingeon hardening structures and creating defensible space through a multi-faceted approach,which includes engineering, enforcement, education, emergency response, and economicincentives. Different strategies in the defense and threat zones of the wildland-urbaninterface help to limit the spread of fire and reduce the risk to people and property.Wildfire threat within California is described by Wildfire Hazard Severity Zones, whichdesignate hazardous areas within State Responsibility Areas (SRAs) as moderate, high,or very high. However, incorporated areas such as Wildomar are considered LocalResponsibility Areas (LRAs) and only designate very high fire hazard severity zones.Significant portions of the city are located within a very high fire hazard severity zone.The highest threat occurs along the eastern side of I-15, as well as the western side ofGrand Avenue, on land that is on and adjacent to hillsides with large areas of dry grassand chaparral. Areas adjacent to the city that are susceptible to wildfires are also ofconcern as these conditions could exacerbate vulnerabilities within the city. The highestthreat for vulnerable communities occurs in the northern region of the city, north of LemonStreet and east of I-15. These communities are entirely within a very high fire hazardseverity zone. STRUCTURAL FIRES/Urban fires occur in built-up environments, destroying buildingsand other human-made structures. These disasters are often due to faulty wiring ormechanical equipment, combustible construction materials, or the absence of fire alarmsand fire sprinkler systems. Structural fires are largely from human accidents, althoughdeliberate fires (arson) may be a cause of some events. Older buildings that lack modernfire safety features may face a greater risk of damage from fires. To minimize fire damageand loss, the City’s Fire and Building Codes, based on the California Fire and BuildingCodes, set standards for building and construction. It requires the provision of adequatewater supply for firefighting, fire-retardant construction, and minimum street widths,among other things. Fire prevention awareness programs and fire drills are conducted totrain residents to respond quickly and correctly to reduce injury and losses during fires.

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Potential losses:

Like the majority of Southern California, Wildomar is located in an area subject to high wildfire activity. More specifically, the fire hazard severity zone traverses a portion of the City. Out of 11,900 developed parcels city-wide, 83.19% are directly located in a fire hazard zone.

Wildomar is at a high risk from wildfire, especially in the areas of grassland and chapparal along hillsides. High fuel loads in the city, along with geographical and topographical features, create the potential for both natural and human-caused fires that can result in loss of life and property. These factors, combined with natural weather conditions common to the area, including periods of drought, high temperatures, low relative humidity, and periodic winds, can result in frequent and sometimes catastrophic fires.

During the historic fire season, August to October, the dry vegetation combined with continued growth in the wildland-urban interface areas, resulted in wildfire ignitions. Any fire, once ignited, has the potential to quickly become a large, out-of-control fire. As development continues throughout the city, especially in these interface areas, the risk and vulnerability to wildfires will likely increase.

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Inland Valley Medical Center (regional hospital and trauma center) Inland Valley Medical Offices
David A. Brown Middle School
Ronald Regan Elementary School
Cornerstone Church and School
Bundy Canyon Christian School
City Hall
Sycamore Academy
Fires can also cause major damage to power plants and power lines needed to distribute electricity to operate facilities. The effects can be far-reaching in terms of the number of acres involved, the toll on human life, and the economic consequences. Fire will continue to be a high-risk hazard for the City of Wildomar.

Within the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones, specific facilities that could be more vulnerable to wildfires include:

Flood Hazards
Severity - Major
Probability - Low
Flooding is considered the rising and overflowing of a body of water onto normally dry land. History highlights floods as one of the most frequent natural hazards impacting communities in western Riverside County. Floods are among the costliest natural disasters in terms of human hardship and economic loss nationwide, causing substantial damage to structures, landscapes, and utilities, as well as life-safety issues.

Flooding can be extremely dangerous, and even six inches of moving water can knock a person over given a strong current. Floodwaters can transport large objects downstream, which can damage or remove stationary structures, such as dam spillways. Ground saturation can result in instability, collapse, or other damage. Objects can also be buried or destroyed through sediment deposition. Floodwaters can also break utility lines and interrupt services. Standing water can cause damage to roads, foundations, and electrical circuits.

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LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2022 31 Floods are usually caused by large amounts of precipitation, either from a period of veryintense precipitation or a long period of steady precipitation. Historically, Wildomar hasbeen at risk of flooding primarily during the winter and spring months when streamsystems swell with heavy rainfall. This type of flood results from prolonged, heavy rainfalland is characterized by high peak flows of moderate duration and by a large volume ofrunoff. Flooding is more severe when prior rainfall has resulted in saturated groundconditions. Flooding susceptibility in Wildomar is primarily associated with the MurrietaCreek as well as smaller-scale and flash flood events.

Flash flooding is a common problem for western Riverside County and typicallyassociated with short-duration, high-intensity precipitation events often during summerthunderstorms. Such events can occur even during a drought. Localized flooding alsooccurs in Wildomar at various times throughout the year, especially in the western side ofthe city and along Murrieta Creek. These areas are primarily a result of little or nodrainage infrastructure, undersized pipes where runoff exceeds pipe capacity even forminor storms, obstructions, or damaged drainpipes. The majority of the damaged linesare on the west side of the city, where there are limited storm drainpipes and some of theoldest infrastructure in the system.

Historically, precipitation in and around Wildomar has been low to moderate. Precipitationoccurs mainly in the fall, winter, and spring months, from November through April.Although Wildomar occasionally experiences periods of significant drought, the city canalso experience periods of substantial rainfall. When Wildomar does experience heavyrain, or rain over a period of days or weeks, many areas of the city are subject to flooding.Runoff from rain drains either naturally into creeks or flood-control facilities.

Floods are usually caused by large amounts of precipitation, either from a period of veryintense precipitation or a long period of steady precipitation. Historically, Wildomar hasbeen at risk of flooding primarily during the winter and spring months when streamsystems swell with heavy rainfall. This type of flood results from prolonged, heavy rainfalland is characterized by high peak flows of moderate duration and by a large volume ofrunoff. Flooding is more severe when prior rainfall has resulted in saturated groundconditions. Flooding susceptibility in Wildomar is primarily associated with the MurrietaCreek as well as smaller-scale and flash flood events. 630

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LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2022 32 FEMA: FEMA manages the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), providinginsurance to the public in communities that participate in the program. FEMA is themain federal government agency contact during natural disasters and publishes theFlood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM), which identify the extent of flood potential inflood-prone communities based on a 100-year flood (or base flood) event.

FIA: The FIA is the primary agency that delineates potential flood hazard areas andfloodways through the FIRMs and the Flood Boundary and Floodway Map. Floodinsurance is required of all homeowners who have federally subsidized loans.

DWR: DWR is responsible for managing and protecting California’s water. DWRworks with other agencies to benefit the state’s people, and to protect, restore, andenhance the natural and human environments. DWR also works to prevent andrespond to floods, droughts, and catastrophic events that would threaten publicsafety, water resources, management systems, the environment, and property.

Both earthquake faults and developments reduce the total ground absorption area.Earthquake faults include bedrock features that create barriers to subsurface percolation,thus increasing the velocity and erosive capacity of stormwater runoff on hillsides.Development also creates impermeable surfaces (structures, pavement, streets).Stormwater runoff is augmented by water flows from development contributing to streetflooding. Moreover, developed areas generate irrigation water runoff from landscaping,which may channel stormwater and other runoff flows into nearby underdeveloped areasand street gutters. Areas at an elevated risk of flooding are generally divided into 100-and 500-year flood zones. A 100-year flood zone has a 1-percent chance of experiencinga major flood in any given year, a 200-year flood zone has a 0.5-percent chance offlooding in any given year, a 500-year flood zone has a 0.2-percent chance of flooding inany given year. Figure 5-0 shows the 100- and 500-year flood zones in and aroundWildomar, as well as the flood hazard zones overlayed by vulnerable communities. Thehighest threat for these communities occurs in the northwestern region of the city, alongCorydon Road and Mission Trail. A small portion of this community along Corydon Roadis within the 500-year flood zone and to the north along Mission Trail, a small portion iswithin both the 100- and 500-year flood zone.

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LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2022 34 Fire StationWildomar Elementary Sewer lift stationEMWP RW stationSycamore AcademyMurrieta 7th Day ChurchSEC Tenuja Substation Potential losses Floods are among the most damaging natural hazards in Riverside County, and climatechange is expected to make flood events worse. Although climate change may notchange average precipitation levels significantly, scientists expect that it will cause moreyears with extreme precipitation events. This means that more years are likely to seeparticularly intense storm systems that drop enough precipitation over a short enoughperiod to cause flooding. Although Southern California is likely to experience a decreasein overall precipitation levels from climate change, the region is also expected to see anincrease in the number of extreme precipitation events. A meteorological phenomenonknown as the “atmospheric river,” a narrow stream of extremely moist air, is frequentlyresponsible for the more intense storms that strike California. Atmospheric riversgenerally deliver high levels of precipitation, up to 50 percent of the state’s totalprecipitation in any given year. Because of this, the city of Wildomar is at a higher risk of experiencing a flood. Out of11,900 developed parcels city-wide, 1.83% are directly located in a flood hazard zonearea. Floods are expected to occur more often in Wildomar and climate change mayexpand the parts of the city that are considered flood-prone. Although there are nospecific flooding projections for the city, flood events are expected to become morefrequent, and it is possible that the areas subject to flooding will expand. There are some indirect effects of climate change that may also increase flooding in theCity. Climate change is expected to increase the frequency and severity of droughts thatcause soil to dry out and become hard. When precipitation does return, more water runsoff the surface than is absorbed into the ground, which can lead to floods. Wildfires, whichare also expected to become more frequent due to climate change, cause a similar effectby baking the surface of the ground into a harder and less-penetrable layer. Trees andother vegetation help slow water down, which lets the water absorb into the soil andprevents it from turning into runoff. Because of this, the loss of trees and other plants fromwildfires, or other climate-related exposures can also increase flooding risk. Within the Flood Hazard Zones, specific facilities that could be more vulnerable to floodsinclude:

World Harvest Church
Anne Sulivan Nursery School
Senior Facility
Animal Friends of the Valleys
Corydon SCE Substation
Faith Baptist Church
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5.1 REPETITIVE LOSS PROPERTIESThere are no known repetitive loss properties located withinthe City.5.2 NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROPERTIESThe City participates in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The City Joined theprogram on November 10, 2010, with Resolution 2010-53 a. Describe participation in NFIP, including any changes since the previously approved plan. There have been no changes in the NFIP since the city joined in November 2010. b. Date first joined NFIP. November 10, 2010 c. Identify actions related to continued compliance with NFIP. The City of Wildomar is currently in compliance with the NFIP and enforces its flood plan ordinance with city properties in flood hazard areas. d. CRS member? NO e. CRS class? N/A f. Describe any data used to regulate flood hazard area other than FEMA maps. N/A g. Have there been issues with community participation in the program? NO h. What are the general hurdles for effective implementation of the NFIP? NONE i. Summarize actions related to continued compliance with NFIP The City of Wildomar is currently in compliance with the NFIP and enforces its flood plan ordinance with city properties in flood hazard areas. ii. Repetitive Loss Properties There have been no historical claims for flood losses and thus there were no repetitive or severe repetitive loss structures identified to the City.

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6.1 REGULATORY MITIGATION CAPABILITIESImplement a process to ensure mitigation actions identified in the hazard mitigation planare reviewed as part of the update to the City’s Capital Improvement Program, GeneralPlan, and Emergency Operations Plan. Table 6- summarizes the regulatory tools used bythe City of Wildomar to further the hazard mitigation goals of this LHMP updated plan.

SECTION 6.0 - CAPABILITIES ASSESSMENT
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LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2022 37 The City of Wildomar adopted the Riverside County General Plan at the time ofIncorporation on July 1, 2008. The new Wildomar General Plan will be completed in 2024.The new Safety Element was updated on October 13, 2021.Applicable goals from the Safety Element include the following: Goal 1: 2021 Safety Element (SE-1)The Safety Element conveys the City of Wildomar’s (City’s) goals, policies, and actions tominimize the hazards to safety in and around Wildomar. It identifies the natural and human-caused hazards that affect existing and future development and provides guidelines forprotecting residents, employees, visitors, and other community members from injury anddeath. It describes present and expected future conditions and sets policies and standardsfor improved public safety. The Safety Element also seeks to minimize physical harm to thebuildings and infrastructure in and around Wildomar to reduce damage to local economicsystems, community services, and ecosystems. Some degree of risk is inevitable becausethe potential for many disasters cannot be completely eliminated and the ability to predictsuch disasters is limited. The goal of the Safety Element is to reduce the risk of injury,death, property loss, and other hardships to acceptable levels. One of the fundamentalvalues of the Vision for Wildomar, as adopted by the City Council on April 12, 2017 (viaResolution No. 2017-12), highlights the importance of safety to the people of Wildomar: The City will continue to maintain and update emergency service plans, including plans formanaging emergency operations, handling hazardous materials, and the rapid cleanup ofhazardous materials spills. The City currently contracts with the County of Riverside andCal Fire and participates with all entities under their mutual aid agreements.The general plan’s Hazard Management Element incorporates the 2021 Safety Element ofWildomar's General Plan by reference “to the extent that these original elements apply tothe City of Wildomar Planning area.”The City of Wildomar 2021 Safety Element can be viewed on the city website. These capabilities can be expanded and improved by adopting our own EngineeringStandards and Guidelines. 636

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6.2 ADMINISTRATIVE/TECHNICAL MITIGATION CAPABILITIES
The Administrative and Technical capabilities can be expanded and improved researchingideas and funds for a mass notification system for our City and its constituents. Reducerisks through coordination with department managers during the annual review of the LHMPand as the City progresses toward implementation. This coordination would identifyinformation that should be included in future updates. Table 7 identifies the personnelresponsible for activities related to mitigation and loss prevention in the City of Wildomar.

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6.3 FISCAL MITIGATION CAPABILITIES
Fiscal Capabilities can be expanded and improved upon by apply for all grants available to help the City of Wildomar vision of creating a CERT and Teen CERT program.

FEMA Public Assistance Section 406 Mitigation: The Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act provides FEMA the authority to fund the restoration of eligible facilities that have sustained damage due to a presidentially declared disaster. The regulations contain a provision for the consideration of funding additional measures that will enhance a facility’s ability to resist similar damage in future events.

Community Development Block Grants: The California Department of Housing and Community Development administers the State’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program with funding provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The program is available to all non-entitlement communities that meet applicable threshold requirements. All projects must meet one of the national objectives of the program – projects must benefit 51 percent low- and moderate-income people, aid in the prevention or clearance of slum and blight or meet an urgent need. Grant funds can generally be used in federally declared disaster areas for CDBG eligible activities including the replacement or repair of infrastructure and housing damaged during, or as a result of, the declared disaster.
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LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2022 40 County of Riverside Emergency Management Department (EMD)Riverside County Emergency Managers Association (RCEMA)Riverside County Fire Department / CAL FireSouthwest Emergency Management GroupCalifornia Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)RedCrossFederal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Riverside County Sheriff's DepartmentNeighboring cities (Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, and Menifee)Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District (RCFC&WCD) The City partners with the following Departments:

SECTION 7.0 - MITIGATION STRATEGIES

7.1 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The City of Wildomar’s mitigation goals and objectives are the following:

Goal1: Provide Protection for People’s Lives from All Hazards.

Objective 1.1: Provide timely notification and direction to the public of imminent and potential hazards.

Objective 1.2: Protect public health and safety by preparing for, responding to, and recovering from the effects of natural or technological disasters.

Objective 1.3: Improve community transportation corridors to allow for better evacuation routes for the public and better access for emergency responders.

The City of Wildomar has water-responsible and annual fire safety programs at special community events throughout the year. The City of Wildomar doesn't have a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). The City would like to create a CERT and Teen CERT program that will help prepare community residents and students with the skills to respond to an emergency situation. Continue participating in the annual Great ShakeOut with City staff and possibly expand our training with the local school district.

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LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2022 41 Goal 2: Improve Community and Agency Awareness about Hazards and Associated Vulnerabilities that Threaten Our Communities Objective 2.1: Increase public awareness about the nature and extent of hazards they are exposed to, where they occur, what is vulnerable, and recommended responses to identified hazards. i.e. both preparedness and response Objective 2.1.1: Create/continue an outreach program, provide educational resources, and develop and provide training. Goal 3: Improve the Community’s Capability to Mitigate Hazards and Reduce Exposure to Hazard related lossObjective 3.1: Reduce damage to property from an earthquake event. 3.1.1: Adopt/maintain building codes to meet required earthquake standards. Objective 3.2: Reduce flood and storm-related losses. 3.2.1: Provide for better collection of data related to severe weather events. 3.2.2: Reduce localized flooding within the City’s storm drain systems. 3.2.2.1: Implement better drainage to accommodate heavy rains that cause flooding. Objective 3.3: Minimize the impact on the City due to reoccurring drought conditions that impact both the groundwater supply and the agricultural industry. 3.3.1: Provide conservation information from Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District to the residents to promote better water management.Objective 3.4: Minimize the impact on vulnerable populations within the community that may be affected by severe weather-related events, such as long-duration heat waves and winter storms. 3.4.1: Promote community response plans, such as cooling centers, during heat waves. 3.4.2: Promote community response plans during winter storms to assist the vulnerable population.

Goal 4: Provide Protection for Critical Facilities, Utilities, and Services from Hazard Impacts.

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7.2 MITIGATION ACTIONS
Wildomar coordinated with multiple cities and agencies throughout Riverside County in the update of our LHMP Annex. The cooperation and discussions were held at regional meetings, community outreach, and internal meetings which allowed for both “big picture” and “local jurisdiction” views of mitigation needs and possibilities.

The City recognizes hazards and their severity and also assists in determining what mitigation actions are appropriate to lessen or prevent the hazard on a long-term basis.

Refer the Chapter 6 - Capability Assessment and Chapter 7 Section 7.1 Goals and Objectives.

Type of Hazard 2017 LHMP Mitigation Actions Lead Department /Jurisdictions
Riverside County
Flood Control & Water
Conservation District
City of Wildomar/River
side County Flood
Control & Water
Conservation District
2017 Status
Pending
– Right of
way
Status as of 2023
Wildomar MDP Lateral C Basin Project No. 7-8-00075 Detention basin located upstream of I-15. Right of way secure in FY 2015-2016.

Wildomar MDP Lateral C-1 (Billie Ann Road Storm Drain) Stage 1 Project 7-8-00076 Construct 66" RCP in Charles Street from 500' northerly of Refa Street and 84" RCP from 500' southerly of Refa Street, traveling downstream in Refa Street to the existing RCB at Palomar Avenue
Lateral C-1 Storm Drain Improvement, Construct approximately 2,000 lineal feet of storm drain system within Refa Street from Palomar Street to Charles Street, then extending southeasterly withinCharles Street before terminating at Woshka Lane and approximately 500 lineal feet of storm drain lateral to be constructed within Charles Street from Refa Street to Billie Ann Road.

FLOOD
FLOOD
FLOOD
Carry over to
the 2023 LHMP
City of Wildomar
CompletePending
Pending Carry over to
the 2023 LHMP
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2023-2028
2023-2028
2023-2026
2023-2026
2023-2028
2023-Ongoing
State andFederalGrants**
State and Federal Grants**
State andFederalGrants**
State and FederalGrants*
Flood
Flood
Flood
Flood
Flood
Earthquake
Earthquake
Earthquake
Sedco MDP Line F-2 Storm DrainStorm drain from Lost Rd. south to Sedco MDP Basin Sedco MDP Line G Storm Drain (Stages 1 and 2)Storm Drain from Orange St./Canyon Dr. west to Corydon St.

Wildomar MDP Lateral C Storm Drain (south of I-15)Storm drain from I-15 culvert south to existing Lateral C channel Require all new developments, Exiting critical facilities, and structures to comply withthe most recent California Building Code Seismic design standards (2022) Training building department staff and officials on Form ATC-20 for post-earthquake building evaluation. The ATC 20 report and addendum, prepared by the Applied Technology council, provide procedures and guidelines for making on-the-spot evaluations and decisions regarding continued use and occupancy of earthquake-damaged buildings The City of Wildomar will participate in the yearly California Great ShakeOut which will involve an evacuation drill. This will help promote Earthquake saftey at work, home, constuction sites and schools.

Building & EMD Department
Building & Development Department
Building & Development Department
Riverside County Flood Control & WaterConservation District City of Wildomar/Riverside County FloodControl & Water Conservation District City of Wildomar/Riverside County FloodControl & Water Conservation District *
Lead Department/ Jurisdictions
Wildomar MDP Lateral C Basin Project No. 7-8-00075 Detention basin located upstream of I-15. Right of way secure in FY 2015-2016 (Carry over fromthe 2017 LHMP) Murrieta Creek/Wildomar Channel ROW Improvements ROW Acquisition with theMurrieta creek Riverside County Flood Control & WaterConservation District Riverside County Flood Control & WaterConservation District 2023-2028
2023-2028
Potential
Funding
State andFederalGrants*State andFederalGrants*State andFederalGrants*State andFederalGrants* Project schedules are contingent upon funding availability. The City will attempt to seek funds for these projects, but schedules shown are subject to change based on available funds,resources to manage and construct, and other competing priorities. Potential funding solutions include RCFC+WCD, City DIF, Measure A, HMGP, and Other Available Grants.

Wildfire
Wildfire
Wildfire
The City of Wildomar requires all new construction projects in the LRA very high fireseverity zone to comply with California Building Code Chapter 7A and the California FireCode Chapter 49 and Fire Safe Development regulations in Title 14 (T Continue to enforce the City Chapter 8.48 Hazardous vegetation and rubbish abatementprogram to reduce the impact of a wildfire. Cal Fire, Community Development andBuilding Department/ Riverside County Fire Cal Fire, Community Development andBuilding Department/ Riverside County Fire **
2023-2028
2018-Ongoing
State andFederalGrants**
State and Federal Grants**
State and Federal Grants**
The City of Wildomar requires hazardous vegetation and fuels to be managedthroughout the city, to reduce fire severity of potential exterior wildfire exposure tobuildings and reduce the risk of fire spreading to buildings and required by law andregulations Cal Fire, Community Development andBuilding Department/ Riverside County Fire2018-Ongoing Potential Funding, General Funds, State and Federal Grants: BRIC, FMA, HMGP, CDFA, CALFIRE, and CCI. Application for grant funds may be influenced by several different factorsincluding, but not limited to, grant applicability, grant eligibility, and available resources to apply for grants. An application for grant funds does not guarantee funding and isdependent upon approval from the grantor. 642

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7.3 ON-GOING MITIGATIN STRATEGY PROGRAMS
The planning team for the City of Wildomar acknowledges there are areas that needmitigation actions based on the risk assessment. Due to budget constraints, the city can notaddress all areas immediately and therefore the city prioritizes areas based on availablefunding.

The City of Wildomar has many ongoing mitigation programs that help create a moredisaster-resistant region. The following list highlights those programs identified as ExistingPrograms in the mitigation strategy spreadsheet. Others are ongoing programs that arecurrently underfunded. It is the City of Wildomar’s priority to find additional funding to sustainthese ongoing programs over time.

• Vulnerability assessments of City facilities and infrastructures • Creating a Citizens Corp • Vegetation removal of flood channels

7.4 FUTURE MITIGATION STRATEGY PROGRAMS
The City of Wildomar planning team will prioritize specific mitigation tasks for the next 5years. This list will include an implementation process, funding strategy, responsibleagency, and approximate time frame.

Fire:

Require ongoing brush clearance and establish low-fuel landscaping policies to reducecombustible vegetation along the urban/wildland interface boundary. Weed abatement, andminimize hording conditions by utilizing Code Enforcement.

Create a fuel modification plan within high-hazard areas by thinning or clearing combustiblevegetation within 100 feet of buildings and structures. The fuel modification zone size maybe altered with the addition of fuel-resistant building techniques. The fuel modification zonemay be replanted with fire-resistant material for aesthetics and erosion control.

Encourage programs that educate citizens about the threat of human wildfires origin from residential practices such as outdoor barbeques and from highway use such as cigarette littering. Provide public safety education programs through the Community Services Department to reduce accidents, injuries, and fires as well as to train members of the public to respond to emergencies. Implementation Program: The City shall condition the project to comply with Riverside County Fire Department requirements, and work with the California Department of Forestry as well. Continue to create a city CERT Program. 643

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Continue to ensure that new construction in floodways and floodplains conforms to allapplicable provisions of the National Flood Insurance Program in order to protect buildingsand property from flooding.

Utilize the Capital Improvement Program for storm drainage projects and maintenance andimprovement of local storm drain systems including channels, pipes, and inlets to ensurethe capacity for maximum runoff flows.

Implementation Program through the project review and the CEQA processes the City shallassess new development and reuse applications for potential flood hazards and shallrequire compliance with FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas where appropriate.

Seismic:

The City recognizes the importance of addressing secondary seismic hazards and hasdelineated areas of known and suspected liquefaction hazards. The city has identifiedmitigation strategies within the safety element to address seismically-Induced Liquefaction,Landslides, and Rockfalls. These strategies are identified in police S-1 of the City's SafetyElement SECTION 8.0 - PLAN IMPLEMENTATION AND MAINTENANCE PROCESS The goals and objectives address current and expected conditions.The nature, magnitude, and/or type of risks have changed.The current resources are appropriate for implementing the plan.There are implementation problems, such as technical, political, legal, or coordination issues with other agencies.The outcomes have occurred as expected (a demonstration of progress).The agencies and other partners participated as originally proposed.

The City of Wildomar will be monitored by a committee, including the CommunityDevelopment Department, Office of Emergency Services, Community Services Director,and the Public Works Director. A review will take place at the end of each Fiscal year wherethe committee will then review any changes necessary.All updates will be presented in the form of a council report to the city of Wildomar forapproval. Our city/agency will monitor and evaluate our LHMP on an annual basis. Over thenext 5 years, we will review the LHMP. We will assess, among other things, whether:
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LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2022 46 SECTION 9.0 - INCORPORATION INTO EXISTING PLANNING MECHANISMS Chapter 8.48 – Hazardous Vegetation Chapter 8.52 - Hazardous Waste ControlChapter 8.112- Underground Tank Systems containing Hazardous SubstancesChapter 8.28 Fire Code Chapter 15.36 - Housing CodeChapter 15.56 - Relocation of Buildings and StructuresChapter 15.76 - Earthquake Fault Area Construction RegulationsChapter 15.96 - Flood Hazard Area Regulations Local Mitigation Plan ReviewChapter 15.100 - Post-Disaster Safety AssessmentChapter 15.104 - Abandoned and Distressed Residential Properties Regulations Chapter 16.32 – Flood Control and Drainage
Chapter 17.04 - City Land UseOrdinance 225 – Adopted the 2022 Building Code and amended the following Chaptersof the City’s Municipal Code: Chapter 8.28 – Fire Code Chapter 7 Fire and Smoke ProtectionChapter 9 Fire Protection and Life Safety SystemsAppendix L The mitigation measures from the 2017 LHMP have been incorporated into the 2022 LHMPin addition to the 2023/2024 General Plan Update, 2021 Safety Element, Zoning Codeupdate, and Environmental impact report.

The City of Wildomar has incorporated the following Ordinances and Codes into the HazardMitigation Plan:

Title 8 – Health and Safety Codes
Title 15 – Building and Construction
Title 16 – Subdivisions
Title 17 – Zoning Codes
2022 Building Codes (Updated Building Code since 2017 LHMP) In addition, the City’s Capital Improvements Program is intended to integrate the mitigationstrategies and actions from this plan and be updated as the implementation of these actionsoccurs. 645

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After the Scheduled Plan Maintenance Process, we will notify the public of any changes/nochanges in the LHMP at the monthly Community Emergency Preparedness meetingfollowing the review. Monthly meetings are posted on the City website and by email to thoseinterested in emergency preparedness.

In addition, the City will announce the annual review of the plan via announcements at CityCouncil Meetings, Service Group Training, planning meetings, and quarterly OperationalArea Planning Committee Meetings. 646

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The City is participating in the 2022 Riverside County Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. On December 22, 2022, the Wildomar LHMP will be posted for 30 days for public review and comment. The LHMP will be posted on the City’s website http://www.cityofwildomar.org/city_services/emergency as well as City Hall’s Reception Desk and the City’s Library.

You can submit your comments to [email protected] Please make sure your subject line has “2022 LHMP Update.”

If you have any questions, please contact Code Enforcement/Emergency Services Administrative Analyst I, Yvette Magdaleno at 951-677-7751 x 214.

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NOTICE OF EXEMPTION

TO BE SENT TO: LEAD AGENCY CONTACT:
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County of Riverside County Clerk
2724 Gateway Dr.

Riverside, CA 92507

PROJECT CASE NO: General Plan Amendment 2025-01
PROJECT APPLICANT/SPONSOR: City of Wildomar
PROJECT LOCATION: Citywide
APN(s): Various
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: City-initiated, General Plan amendment proposing an update to the Wildomar Safety Element, Chapter 9 of the Wildomar General Plan, to incorporate by reference the 2022 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan into the element. (First update of the Safety Element in 2025) This is to advise that the City Council of the City of Wildomar acting as the Lead Agency at a noticed public hearing held on [add date] approved the above described Project and determined it to be exempt from further environmental review as described below and in accordance with the requirements contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, and as further defined in the State Guidelines for the implementation of CEQA, as subsequently amended.

Any future projects identified in the plan would be subject to separate environmental review, if applicable.

LEAD AGENCY CONTACT: Robert Flores

PHONE NUMBER: (951) 677-7751, Ext. 213

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REGULAR MEETING

PUBLIC HEARING
Agenda Staff Report # 2.3

Meeting Date: August 13, 2025
SUBJECT:

Adoption of Revised Fire Safety and Prevention Fee Schedule SUBMITTED BY:

Chief Dustin Reed, Battalion Chief
PREPARED BY:

Paul Leach, Supervising Fire Marshal

ACTION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled:

RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - _____

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA,

ADOPTING THE ATTACHED SCHEDULE OF USER FEES FOR FIRE SAFETY AND

PREVENTION
SUMMARY:

Adoption of Revised Fire Safety and Prevention Fee Schedule

BACKGROUND:

On November 8, 2023, the City Council approved the current Fire Prevention fee schedule for Fire Marshal services. A new fee schedule is being proposed to better reflect the many functions performed by the Office of the Fire Marshal. These revised fees will more accurately align with the City’s costs to perform these services. The schedule separates plan check and inspection fees for more transparency. It also offers a more progressive schedule that better considers the size of the structure for a more equitable assessment of fees. The schedule also adds several new fee categories for weed abatement and high-risk business inspections in order to incorporate cost recovery options should these services be administered by the City.

Currently, the City utilizes the Riverside County Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) to provide staff augmentation for weed abatement services. However, this program will be discontinued in 2026. Once the City assumes the full responsibility for weed abatement, the new fees in this schedule will give the City authority to pursue cost recovery.

Although the number of fees is increasing significantly, this does not necessarily mean that customers will pay more. Many of the more common permit fees for smaller structures will decrease slightly. The new fees are dependent on the size and complexity of the structure.

As a courtesy, the Riverside County Building Industry Association (BIA) was sent a draft of the proposed fees on July 14th, and the notice to this public hearing was published on August 1st in the Press-Enterprise.

DISCUSSION:

The Fire Prevention package attached includes the following:
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1. A schedule of the fees proposed.

2. A table of the total burdened hourly billing rates.

3. A table with a comparison of select fees between surrounding cities.

Staff are recommending that the resolution be effective January 1st, 2026. Staff are also proposing that the fees be adjusted annually starting
July 1st, 2026, by the average 12-month May-May increase in the Riverside-San Bernardino- Ontario Consumer Price Index, to keep in line with inflation in order to remain cost neutral.

ACCOUNT CODE:
100-0000-3250 for Revenue
100-4715-5XXXX for Expenses

FISCAL IMPACT:

The proposed Fire Prevention fees are presented to recover the annual cost of Fire Prevention services with the goal of achieving full cost recovery. The current budgeted amount for fire permit revenue will be sufficient for FY2025-26 until new services are implemented.

ATTACHMENTS:

Resolution - User Fee Update 8-13-2025
Exhibit A. Proposed Fire Fees Schedule_8.13.25.pdf
Wildomar Fire Fee Presentation.pdf
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - _____

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR,

CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE ATTACHED SCHEDULE OF USER FEES

FOR FIRE SAFETY AND PREVENTION

WHEREAS, the City has the authority to impose fees, charges, and rates under its police powers under California Constitution Article XI section 7 and pursuant to Article II of Chapter 3.44 of the Wildomar Municipal Code; and,

WHEREAS, Government Code section 66018 applies to the adoption or increase of fees to which a specific statutory notice requirement does not apply; and,

WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code section s 66016 and 66018 the enactment or increase in any fees to be charged for services must be adopted by the City Council by ordinance or resolution, after providing n otice and holding a public hearing; and,

WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code section s 66016 and 66019 , the data required to be made available to the public prior to increasing the amount of the fees by this resolution was made available for public review at least 10 days prior to the date of this meeting; and,

WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing on the new and increased user fees was published in accordance with Government Code sections 66018 and 6062a; and,

WHEREAS, all interested parties that have filed a written request with the City were sent notice of the meeting on new or increased fees or service charges in accordance with Government Code sections 66016; either through mail or email based on their preference in the request, and

WHEREAS, a du ly noticed public hearing before the City Council was held on August 13th, 2025 at which public testimony was received and duly considered on the proposed new and increased fees; and,

WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code sections 66016 and 66019, fees adopted pursuant to those sections shall not take effect until at least sixty (60) days have passed since the final action on the adoption or increase of the fee.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Wildomar:

1. Finds that the above recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference, and that the user fees established by this resolution reflect the City’s actual and reasonable costs of providing the services for which the fees are charged.
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2. Adopts the schedule of user fees set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, and orders that said schedule of user fees shall go into effect on January 1, 2026.

3. Determines that to th e extent that this resolution approves fees that overlap and are inconsistent with previous resolutions setting fees, this resolution supersedes those previous resolutions. This resolution does not supersede any previous resolution setting fees that are not included in Exhibits A to this resolution.

4. Determines that i f any action, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this Resolution or the fees levied by this Resolution shall be held invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Resolution or the fees levied by this Resolution that can be given effect without the invalid provisions.

5. Annual Adjustment. The fee schedule attached hereto as Exhibit A shall be increased on July 1st of each year, beginning on July 1st, 2026, by an amount equal to the average May-May percentage change over the previous fiscal year in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Consumer Price Index, provided the change is more than zero.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED on the 13th day of August 2025.

______________________________
Ashlee DePhillippo
Mayor

APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:

______________________________ ______________________________ Thomas D. Jex Janet Morales, CMC
City Attorney City Clerk

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Exhibit A.

CITY OF WILDOMAR

PROPOSED FIRE SAFETY
& PREVENTION FEES
August 13th, 2025
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Plan Check Inspection
$ 662.00
$ 7.00
$ 284.00
$ 7.00
$ 473.00
$ 7.00
$ 237.00
$ 7.00
$ 189.00
$ 756.00
$ 189.00
Actual Consultant
fee + 20%
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
Plan Check Inspection
$ 662.00
$ 7.00
$ 473.00
$ 7.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 756.00
$ 189.00
Actual Consultant
fee + 20%
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
Monitoring Only Inspection (or Communicator upgrade per unit) Construction Reinspection Fee (per hour)
Alternate methods and materials (initial - 4 hrs. min.) Additional Alternate methods and materials Plan Review (per hour) Consultant Fire Plan Review (actual consultant fee +20%) Misc./Over the Counter/ Revisions (per hour)
3rd review and subsequent submittals (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Plan Review (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Inspection (per hour)
Work without Permit (PENALTY)
New Fire Alarm System plan check (base fee)
New Fire Alarm System inspection (per initiating or notification device) TI Fire Alarm System Plan Check (base fee)
TI Fire Alarm System Inspection (per initiating or notification device) Monitoring Only Plan Check (or Communicator upgrade per unit)

FIRE PERMITTING

FIRE FEES FOR ALARM PERMITS (FAL)

FIRE FEES FOR SPRINKLER PERMITS (FSS, FSD, FMS)

DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION
New 13, 13R Fire Sprinkler System plan check (base fee) New 13, 13R Fire Sprinkler System inspection (per sprinkler head) New 13D Fire Sprinkler System plan check (base fee)
New 13D Fire Sprinkler System inspection (per sprinkler head) (each separate plan type) TI 13, 13R Fire Sprinkler System plan check (base fee)
TI 13, 13R Fire Sprinkler System inspection (per sprinkler head) TI 13D Fire Sprinkler System plan check (base fee)
TI 13D Fire Sprinkler System inspection (per sprinkler head) Construction Reinspection Fee (per hour, 1 hr, min)
Alternate methods and materials (initial - 4 hrs. min.) Additional Alternate methods and materials Plan Review (per hour) Consultant Fire Plan Review (actual consultant fee +20%) Misc./Over the Counter/ Revisions (per hour)
3rd review and subsequent submittals (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Plan Review (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Inspection (per hour)
Work without Permit (PENALTY)
1 663

FIRE PERMITTING
Plan Check Inspection
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
$ 567.00
$ 473.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 567.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
$ 189.00
$ 756.00
$ 189.00
Actual Consultant
fee + 20%
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
Plan Check Inspection
$ 520.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 1,323.00
$ 1,134.00
$ 189.00
$ 756.00
$ 189.00
Actual Consultant
fee + 20%
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00

DESCRIPTION
Underground plan check (per connection ie hydrant and/or riser) Underground inspection (per connection ie hydrant and/or riser) Fire Pump plan check
Fire Pump inspection
Aboveground Temporary Tank plan check

FIRE FEES FOR WATER SYSTEM PERMITS (FWT)
Aboveground Temporary Tank inspection
Emergency Underground Repair plan check
Emergency Underground Repair inspection
Standpipes/Hose valves plan check
Standpipes/Hose valves inspection
Construction Reinspection Fee (per hour)
Alternate methods and materials (initial - 4 hrs. min.) Additional Alternate methods and materials Plan Review (per hour) Consultant Fire Plan Review (actual consultant fee +20%) Misc./Over the Counter/ Revisions (per hour)
3rd review and subsequent submittals (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Plan Review (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Inspection (per hour)
Work without Permit (PENALTY)
Special Extinguishing System plan check
Special Extinguishing System inspection
Hood and Duct Extinguishing System plan check (per system)

DESCRIPTION

FIRE FEES FOR PROTECTION SYSTEMS PERMITS (FPS)
Hood and Duct Extinguishing System inspection (per system) Smoke Control - Rationale Analysis and Plan Review
Smoke Control System inspection
Construction Reinspection Fee (per hour)
Alternate methods and materials (initial - 4 hrs. min.) Additional Alternate methods and materials Plan Review (per hour) Consultant Fire Plan Review (actual consultant fee +20%) Misc./Over the Counter/ Revisions (per hour)
3rd review and subsequent submittals (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Plan Review (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Inspection (per hour)
Work without Permit (PENALTY)
2 664

FIRE PERMITTING
Plan Check Inspection
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 567.00
$ 284.00
$ 945.00
$ 567.00
$ 284.00
$ 189.00
$ 567.00
$ 378.00
$ 756.00
$ 756.00
$ 189.00
$ 756.00
$ 189.00
Actual Consultant
fee + 20%
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00

DESCRIPTION
Industrial Oven plan check (per oven)
Industrial Oven inspection (per oven)
Dust Collection System plan check
Dust Collection System inspection
Battery System plan check (Commercial)

FIRE FEES FOR OTHER SYSTEMS PERMITS (FOS)
Battery System inspection (Commercial)
Refrigeration System < 500 lbs. plan check
Refrigeration System < 500 lbs. inspection
Refrigeration System ≥ 500 lbs. plan check
Refrigeration System ≥ 500 lbs. inspection
Spray Booths (per booth) plan check
Spray Booths (per booth) inspection
Gas Systems (Med Gas, Industrial Gas, LPG) plan check
Gas Systems (Med Gas, Industrial Gas, LPG) inspection
Emergency Responder Radio Coverage plan check
Emergency Responder Radio Coverage inspection
Construction Reinspection Fee (per hour)
Alternate methods and materials (initial - 4 hrs. min.) Additional Alternate methods and materials Plan Review (per hour) Consultant Fire Plan Review (actual consultant fee +20%) Misc./Over the Counter/ Revisions (per hour)
3rd review and subsequent submittals (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Plan Review (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Inspection (per hour)
Work without Permit (PENALTY)
3 665

FIRE PERMITTING
Plan Check Inspection
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 756.00
$ 189.00
Actual Consultant
fee + 20%
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
Plan Check Inspection
$ 284.00
$ 189.00
$ 473.00
$ 284.00
$ 756.00
$ 473.00
$ 1,040.00
$ 662.00
$ 426.00
$ 189.00
$ 426.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 189.00

DESCRIPTION
Access and Water Supply plan check
Access and Water Supply inspection
Fuel Modification Plan check
Fuel Modification inspection
Construction Reinspection Fee (per hour)
Alternate methods and materials (initial - 4 hrs. min.)

FIRE FEES FOR ACCESS & WATER REVIEWS (FAW, FPP)
Additional Alternate methods and materials Plan Review (per hour) Consultant Fire Plan Review (actual consultant fee +20%) Misc./Over the Counter/ Revisions (per hour)
3rd review and subsequent submittals (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Plan Review (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Inspection (per hour)
Work without Permit (PENALTY)
Haz-Mat Chem Class <10 Chemicals plan check
Haz-Mat Chem Class<10 Chemicals inspection

DESCRIPTION

FIRE FEES FOR HAZ MAT PERMITS (FHM)
Haz-Mat Chem Class 10 - 25 Chemicals plan check
Haz-Mat Chem Class 10 - 25 Chemicals inspection
Haz-Mat Chem Class 26 - 100 Chemicals plan check
Haz-Mat Chem Class 26 - 100 Chemicals inspection
Haz-Mat Chem Class >100 Chemicals plan check
Haz-Mat Chem Class >100 Chemicals inspection
Underground Storage Tanks plan check (per tank) Installation or Removal Underground Storage Tanks inspection (per tank) Installation or Removal Aboveground Storage Tanks plan check (per tank) Installation or Removal Aboveground Storage Tanks inspection (per tank) Installation or Removal Alterations to gas stations plan check (no tank alterations) Alterations to gas stations inspection (no tank alterations) 4 666

FIRE PERMITTING
$ 189.00
$ 756.00
$ 189.00
Actual Consultant
fee + 20%
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
Plan Check Inspection
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 756.00
$ 756.00
$ 1,134.00
$ 1,134.00
$ 1,512.00
$ 1,512.00
$ 189.00
$ 756.00
$ 189.00
Actual Consultant
fee + 20%
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
Construction Reinspection Fee (per hour)
Alternate methods and materials (initial - 4 hrs. min.) Additional Alternate methods and materials Plan Review (per hour) Consultant Fire Plan Review (actual consultant fee +20%) Misc./Over the Counter/ Revisions (per hour)
3rd review and subsequent submittals (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Plan Review (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Inspection (per hour)
Work without Permit (PENALTY)

DESCRIPTION
High Pile Storage <12,000 sq. ft. PC
High Pile Storage <12,000 sq. ft. Insp
High Pile Storage 12,001 - 50,000 sq. ft. PC
High Pile Storage 12,001 - 50,000 sq. ft. Insp
High Pile Storage 50,001 - 100,000 sq. ft.

FIRE FEES FOR HIGH PILE STORAGE PERMITS (FHP)
High Pile Storage 50,001 - 100,000 sq. ft. Insp
High Pile Storage > 100,000 sq. ft. PC
High Pile Storage > 100,000 sq. ft. Insp
Construction Reinspection Fee (per hour)
Alternate methods and materials (initial - 4 hrs. min.) Additional Alternate methods and materials Plan Review (per hour) Consultant Fire Plan Review (actual consultant fee +20%) Misc./Over the Counter/ Revisions (per hour)
3rd review and subsequent submittals (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Plan Review (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Inspection (per hour)
Work without Permit (PENALTY)
5 667

FIRE PERMITTING
Plan Check Inspection
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
actual cost of weed
abatement per
contractor/contract
189.00$
378.00$
actual cost of weed
abatement per
contractor/contract

DESCRIPTION
Inspection (per hour) for items not identified on fee schedule Plan Review (per hour) for items not identified on fee schedule False Alarm - Commercial
Weed Abatement Administrative Fee - Charged if property is sent to contractor for forced abatement Weed Abatement - inspection fees apply for weed abatement performed under Riverside County Contract Weed Abatement Cost Recovery - Charged for contractor abatement Fire Fees for Weed Abatment
Weed Abatement - inspection fees apply for weed abatement performed under Riverside County Contract Weed Abatement Administrative Fee - Charged if property is sent to contractor for forced abatement Weed Abatement Cost Recovery - Charged for contractor abatement Fire Fees for Tumbleweed Abatement

MISCELLANEOUS FIRE FEES
6 668

FIRE PERMITTING

HOURS RATE TOTAL
1 $ 189 $ 189

1.5 $ 189 $ 284
2 $ 189 $ 378

2.5 $ 189 $ 473
3 $ 189 $ 567

3.5 $ 189 $ 662
4 $ 189 $ 756

4.5 $ 189 $ 851
5 $ 189 $ 945

5.5 $ 189 $ 1,040
6 $ 189 $ 1,134

6.5 $ 189 $ 1,229
7 $ 189 $ 1,323

7.5 $ 189 $ 1,418
8 $ 189 $ 1,512

8.5 $ 189 $ 1,607
9 $ 189 $ 1,701

9.5 $ 189 $ 1,796
10 $ 189 $ 1,890

PROPOSED HOURLY RATE (OFFICE OF THE FIRE MARSHAL)
7 669
Plan Check Inspection
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 237.00
$ 237.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 473.00
$ 473.00
$473 + $9 per 1,000 SF
$473 + $9 per 1,000 SF
Plan Check Inspection
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 237.00
$ 237.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 473.00
$ 473.00
$473 + $9 per 1,000 SF
$473 + $9 per 1,000 SF
$ 237.00
$ 237.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 520.00
$ 520.00
$ 662.00
$ 662.00
$ 804.00
$ 804.00
$803 + $9 per 1,000 SF
$803 + $9 per 1,000 SF

FIRE BUILDING PERMIT FEES
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.
50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier (50,000-100,000) 50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier > 100,000) 25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.
50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier (50,000-100,000) 50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier > 100,000) Hazardous Use - (All newly constructed or added space for hazardous use occupancies classified as CBC Group H. 0 - 1999 sq. ft.
0 - 1999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.

DESCRIPTION
Residential and Multifamily Residential Uses - (All newly constructed or added space for residential occupancies classified as CBC Group R , or other residential occupancies not specifically addressed elsewhere in this Fee Schedule) 0 - 1999 sq. ft.
0 - 1999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.
50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier > 100,000) FIRE FEES FOR NEW CONST. & TI'S (BFC & BRC)
Buildings for all Commercial Uses - (The enclosure for all newly constructed or added space for non-residential occupancies classified as CBC Group A, B, E, F, I, M, S, or other commercial occupancies not specifically addressed elsewhere in this Fee Schedule where the interior is completed and occupiable (same fees as shell buildings) 0 - 1999 sq. ft.
0 - 1999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.
50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier (50,000-100,000) 8 670

FIRE BUILDING PERMIT FEES
Plan Check Inspection
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 237.00
$ 237.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 473.00
$ 473.00
$450 + $9 per 1,000 SF
$450 + $9 per 1,000 SF
Plan Check Inspection
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 237.00
$ 237.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 473.00
$ 473.00
$473+ $9 per 1,000 SF
$473 + $9 per 1,000 SF
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 426.00
$ 426.00
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 709.00
$ 709.00
$709 + $14 per
1,000 SF
$709 + $14 per
1,000 SF

DESCRIPTION
Tenant Improvement - (Remodeled space for non-residential occupancies classified as CBC Group A, B, E, F, I, M, R, S, or other commercial occupancies not specifically addressed elsewhere.) 50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier (50,000-100,000) 50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier > 100,000) 5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.

Tenant Improvement - Hazardous Use (Remodeled space for non-residential occupancies classified as CBC Group H. 0 - 1999 sq. ft.
0 - 1999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier > 100,000) 0 - 1999 sq. ft.
0 - 1999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.
50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier (50,000-100,000) 10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.
50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier (50,000-100,000) 50,000 or > to be charged by base fee plus a sq. ft. multiplier > 100,000) 10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.

DESCRIPTION
Shell Buildings for all Commercial Uses - (The enclosure for all newly constructed or added space for non-residential occupancies classified as CBC Group A, B, E, F, I, M, S, or other commercial occupancies not specifically addressed elsewhere in this Fee Schedule where the interior is not completed or occupiable) 0 - 1999 sq. ft.
0 - 1999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
9 671

FIRE BUILDING PERMIT FEES
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
actual consultant fee
+20%
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
Generator/ Cell Site
Generator/ Cell Site

SOLAR / PHOTOVOLTAIC (BON / BFR / BRC)
Solar Photovoltaic Systems (Residential) over 20 kW
Solar Photovoltaic Systems (Commercial)

GENERATOR / CELL SITES

ADDITIONAL FIRE FEES FOR BFC / BFR / BON
Consultant Fire Plan Review (actual consultant fee +20%) Misc./Over the Counter/ Revisions (per hour)
3rd review and subsequent submittals (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Plan Review (per hour)
Expedited / Overtime Inspection (per hour)
Solar Photovoltaic Systems (Residential) over 20 kW
Solar Photovoltaic Systems (Commercial)
10 672

PLAN CHECK INSPECTION
$ 189.00
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
Actual Costs Hourly
Actual Costs Hourly
Actual Costs Hourly
Actual Costs Hourly
Actual Cost Hourly
Actual Cost Hourly
Actual Cost Hourly
Actual Costs Hourly
Actual Costs Hourly
Actual Cost Hourly
Actual Cost Hourly
Actual Cost Hourly
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
Actual Cost Hourly
Actual Cost Hourly
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
Actual Cost Hourly
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
Actual Cost Hourly
Actual Cost Hourly
Actual Cost Hourly
Actual Cost hourly
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 189.00
$ 567.00
$ 378.00
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
Actual Costs
Actual Costs
Actual Costs
Actual Costs
Actual Costs
$ 189.00
$ 189.00

DESCRIPTION

FIRE - PLANNING RECORDS
Temporary Use Permits - Minor
Conditional Use Permit: Admin & Existing Structure
Conditional Use Permit: Amended CUP/Substantial Conformance Custom Home Review
Temporary Use Permits - Major
Development Agreement Amendment, Deposit
EIR Report Preparation, Deposit
Extension of Time
General Plan Amendment, Deposit
Home Occupation Permit
Phasing Map
Development Agreement, Deposit
Environmental Assessment
Extension of Time, CUP, Design Review
Final Parcel Map
Final Tract Map (First 50 Lots)
Final tract Map (51 + lots)
General Plan Amendment (Land Use)
Variance
Annexation Process and Environmental Review, Deposit
Zone Change
Cannabis Retailer Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
Cannabis Cultivation, Manufacturing and Testing Laboratory Facilities Conditional Use Permit (CUP) Cannabis Microbusiness Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
General Plan Amendment (Policy)
Conditional Use Permit
Annexation Fee
Conditional Use Permit Amendment
Conditional Use Permit - Sexually Oriented Business
Design Review
Design Review Amendment
Conditional Use Permit
Development Agreements
EIR- Administrative Charge
Tentative Parcel Map
Unit Phasing Map
Tentaive Tract Map (50 lots or more)
Tentative Tract Map Condition Monitoring
Landscape Review
Lot Line Adjustment (with existing building)
Minor Modification of an Application
Specific Plan Amendment
Tentaive Tract Map (Less than 50 lots)
Pre-Application Review (PAC)
Site Plan Review
Specific Plan
Tentative Map Time Extension
11 673

FIRE - PLANNING RECORDS

PLAN CHECK INSPECTION
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 567.00
Actual Cost
Actual Cost
$ 189.00

PLAN CHECK INSPECTION
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 567.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 189.00
Tentative Parcel Map
Specific Plan, Deposit
Specific Plan Amendment, Deposit
Subdivision Sales Office (Trailer) and Model Home Complexes-Temporary

DESCRIPTION
Amended plot plan/substantial conformance
Administrative (Includes second units)
Water/Sewer plan review, per sheet
3rd review and subsequential submittals (per hour)
Residential
Commercial
Tentative Tract or Condo Map
Tentative Tract or Parcel Map Revised
Precise Grading plan review, per sheet

DESCRIPTION
Plot Plan
With hearing
Without hearing (notice)
Without hearing (no notice)
Pre-application Review
12 674
New Plan Check New Inspection
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
$ 378.00
$ 1,134.00
$ -
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 189.00
New Plan Check New Inspection
$ 284.00
$ 567.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 284.00
$ 567.00
$ 284.00
$ 567.00
$ 284.00
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
$ 567.00
$ 1,134.00
$ 567.00
$ 378.00
$ 500.00
$ 378.00

FIRE REOCCURRING INSPECTIONS
3rd + Re-inspection Penalty (Penalty of $200 + reinspection fee $300 = $500) Work without Permit (PENALTY)
Fire Standby (per hour - During work hours)
Miscellaneous Inspection (uses 1 hour of the hourly rate fee) Fire Standby (per hour - During off work hours OVERTIME)

DESCRIPTION
FIRE FEES FOR BUSINESS ANNUALS (FIRE # FBP)
A-1 occupancies: Assembly uses, usually with fixed seating, intended for the production and viewing of performing arts or motion pictures <20,000 sq. ft.

A-1 occupancies: Assembly uses, usually with fixed seating, intended for the production and viewing of performing arts or motion pictures ≥20,000 sq. ft.

A-2 occupancies: Assembly uses intended for food and/or drink consumption <10,000 sq. ft.

B,F,M or S Occupancies < 3,600 Square Feet
B,F,M or S Occupancies 3,601 - 50,000 Square Feet
B,F,M or S Occupancies 50,001 - 350,000 sq. ft.

B,F,M or S Occupancies > 350,000 sq. ft.

H or L Occupancy
2nd Re-Inspection Penalty (Penalty of $189+ reinspection fee $189= $378) A-2 occupancies: Assembly uses intended for food and/or drink consumption > 10,000 sq. ft.

A-3 occupancies: Assembly uses intended for worship, recreation or amusement and other assembly occupancies not classified as A- 1,A-2,A-4, and A-5 occupancies <20,000 sq. ft.

A-3 occupancies: Assembly uses intended for worship, recreation or amusement and other assembly occupancies not classified as A-1,A-2,A-4, and A-5 occupancies ≥20,000 sq. ft.

A-4 occupancies: Assembly uses intended for viewing of indoor sporting events and activities with spectator seating <20,000 sq. ft.

A-4 occupancies: Assembly uses intended for viewing of indoor sporting events and activities with spectator seating ≥20,000 sq. ft.

A-5 occupancies: Assembly uses intended for participation in or viewing outdoor activities.

Carnivals and Fairs
Explosives or Blasting Agents, use, dispose
Firework Displays
Complaints (not on fee schedule but is documented under this record type) Fire Clearances (not on fee schedule but is documented under this record type for hospital, res. care facility 850 fire clearance, etc) Hydrant/Control Valve Flow Test

DESCRIPTION

FIRE FEES FOR INSPECTIONS (FIN)
Residential Care Facility Pre-inspection (6 or less)
Residential Day Care Facility 8-14 Fire Clearance
Special Event WITH tents and/or canopies >400 sq. ft.

Special Event with NO tents and/or canopies
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FIRE REOCCURRING INSPECTIONS
New Plan Check New Inspection
$ 567.00
$ 709.00
$ 851.00
$ 993.00
$ 1,134.00
$ 48.00
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
$ 473.00
$ 567.00
$ 756.00
$ 378.00
$ 500.00
$ 378.00
New Plan Check New Inspection
$ 284.00
$ 756.00
$ 284.00
$ 756.00
$ 284.00
$ 756.00
$ 284.00
$ 756.00
$ 1,134.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
$ 430.00
$ 473.00
$ 378.00
$ 500.00
$ 378.00
2nd Re-Inspection Penalty (Penalty of $189+ reinspection fee $189= $378) Day Care Facilities Residential 8-14 Fire Clearance
3rd + Re-inspection Penalty (Penalty of $200 + reinspection fee $300 = $500) Work without Permit (PENALTY)
Jail >
10,000 S.F.

High-Rise 75' or more
Day Care Facilities Commercial 0-50
Day Care Facilities Commercial 51-100
Day Care Facilities Commercial 101-150
Day Care Facilities Commercial >150
E Occupancy (Schools) >
10,000 sq. ft.

Hospitals <10,000 S.F.

Hospitals > 10,000 S.F.

Skilled Nursing < 10,000 S.F.

Skilled Nursing > 10,000 S.F.

Jail <10,000 S.F.

Care Facility Commercial ≥ 151 State Licensed
2nd Re-Inspection Penalty (Penalty of $189+ reinspection fee $189= $378) 3rd + Re-inspection Penalty (Penalty of $200 + reinspection fee $300 = $500) Work without Permit (PENALTY)
FIRE FEES FOR STATE MANDATES ANNUALS (FIRE # FSM)
E Occupancy (Schools) <10,000 sq. ft.

R-2 Occupancy (i.e. Res Permanent 3+) per unit
Care Facility Commercial 0-50 State Licensed
Care Facility Commercial 51-99 State Licensed
Care Facility Commercial 100-150 State Licensed
Care Facility Residential State Licensed - 6 or less Pre-inspection Fee FIRE FEES FOR MULTI FAMILY ANNUALS (FIRE # FMF)
R-1 Occupancy (i.e. hotels, motels) <
25 units
R-1 Occupancy (i.e. hotels, motels) 26-50 units
R-1 Occupancy (i.e. hotels, motels) 51-75 units

DESCRIPTION

DESCRIPTION
R-1 Occupancy (i.e. hotels, motels) 76-100 units
R-1 Occupancy (i.e. hotels, motels) >100 units
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FIRE REOCCURRING INSPECTIONS
Operational Fee
$ 189.00
$ 95.00
$ 284.00
$ 95.00
$ 95.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 284.00
$ 189.00
$ 95.00
$ 95.00
$ 284.00
$ 378.00
Exhibits and trade Shows $ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 95.00
$ 142.00
$ 142.00
Fruit and Crop Ripening $ 142.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 473.00
$ 756.00
$ 95.00
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
$ 189.00
$ 95.00
$ 95.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 95.00
Organic Coatings $ 189.00
$ 189.00 Places of Assembly
Industrial Ovens/Drying
Cutting and Welding
Mobile Fueling of Hydrogen Fueled Vehicles
Motor vehicle Fuel Dispensing Facilities
Lumber yards and woodworking plants
Magnesium
Cryogenic Fluids
Dry Cleaning Plants 1-2 units
Dry Cleaning Plants > 2 units
Flammable/Combustible Liquid Underground Tanks (per tank) Hazardous Materials
High-Piled Combustible Stock <12,000 sq. ft.

High-Piled Combustible Stock 12,000 - 100,000 sq. ft.

High-Piled Combustible Stock >100,000 sq. ft.

Liquefied Petroleum Gases
Liquid or Gas Filled Vehicles in Assemblies
Open Flame and/ or Candles in Assembly Occupancies
Miscellaneous Combustible Storage
Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing)
Energy Storage System

FIRE CODE PERMITS (CFC OPERATIONAL PERMITS)
Aerosol Products Level 2 & 3
Carnivals and Fairs
Cellulose Nitrate
Combustible Fibers
Hot Work Operations
Flammable/Combustible Liquid Outside/Aboveground tank (per tank) Combustible Dust Producing & Operations
Hazardous Production Materials
Covered and Uncovered Mall Buildings

DESCRIPTION
Compressed Gases
Amusement Buildings (Special Amusement Buildings)
Explosives
Flammable/Combustible Liquids Inside ≥60 Gal.

Flammable/Combustible Liquids Inside <60 Gal.

Hydrant/Control Valve Flow Test
15 677

FIRE REOCCURRING INSPECTIONS
Plant Extraction Systems $ 189.00
$ 756.00
Pyroxylin plastics $ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 378.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
$ 189.00
Tire Rebuilding Plants $ 189.00
Waste Handling $ 95.00
Wood products $ 95.00
$ 189.00
Storage of Tires
Pyrotechnical Special Effects
Spray Booths/ Dipping Operations
Lithium Batteries
Refrigeration Equipment <500 lbs.

Repair Garages and Motor Fuel Dispensing Facitlies
Refrigeration Equipment ≥500 lbs.
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Plan Check Inspection Plan Check Inspection Plan Check Inspection Plan Check Inspection Plan Check Inspection $189.00 $240.00 $271.44 Not Listed
$189.00 $227.11 $331.76
$237.00 $300.13 $678.60
$237.00 $283.89 $829.40
$284.00 $360.15 $861.53
$284.00 $340.67 $1,052.96
$378.00 $420.18 $1,303.20
$378.00 $397.45 $1,592.80
$473.00 $540.23 $1,576.80
$1,112 for both $473.00 $511.00 $1,927.20
$396 for both $284.00 $360.15 $730.00 $475.00
$7.00
$9.08 $577.00 $615.00
$755-$1,052 $662.00 $240.00-$720.00 $730-$1,283+ $475-$595+ for both
$7.00 $9.08
$577-1132+ $615-$860
$755-1052.00 $662.00 $720.30 $513-$1,285+ $540+$7.00
for both
$7.00
$9.08 $684.00-$1,513+ $470+$7.00
Not Listed $2.50 $473.00
$7.00
$814.00 for both $284.00 $408.17 $910.00 $350.00
$378.00 $579.14 $837.00 $420.00
$516.00 for both $284.00 $240.10 $606.00 $240.00
$284.00 $340.67 $555.00 $360.00
Not Listed $378.00 $583.00 Not Listed Not Listed
$378.00 $221.00
Not Listed $378.00 $233.00
$378.00 $221.00
See below for all buildings up to 50,000
sqft
Proposed City of WildomarCurrent City of Wildomar Current Menifee City of Temecula City of Corona 25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.

Solar Photovoltaic Systems (Commercial)
Solar Photovoltaic Systems (Commercial)
TI Fire Alarm System Plan Check (base fee)
TI Fire Alarm System Inspection (per initiating or notification device) Battery System plan check (Commercial)
Battery System inspection (Commercial)
Underground plan check (per connection ie hydrant and/or riser) Underground inspection (per connection ie hydrant and/or riser) Hood and Duct Extinguishing System plan check (per system) Hood and Duct Extinguishing System inspection (per system) New Fire Alarm System inspection (per initiating or notification device)
New Fire Alarm System plan check (base fee)
FIRE FEES FOR NEW CONST. & TI'S (BFC & BRC)
0 - 1999 sq. ft. (size of building)
0 - 1999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.

New 13D Fire Sprinkler System plan check (base fee)
New 13D Fire Sprinkler System inspection (per sprinkler head) (each separate plan type)
New 13, 13R Fire Sprinkler System plan check (base fee) New 13, 13R Fire Sprinkler System inspection (per sprinkler head) 5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
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Public Hearing for
Proposed Fire Safety Fee
Schedule
 August 13th, 2025
Paul Leach – Fire Marshal
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Wildomar
Office of the Fire Marshal
Purpose of proposed Fire Fee Schedule
 Create a fee schedule that is progressive, based on the size of the business/project.
 Aim to capture fees that are not currently accounted for.  More closely align with neighboring jurisdictions in terms of the workflow/fee process.
 Properly fund the Fire Prevention program now and in the future.
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Wildomar Office of the Fire Marshal
The current Fire Fee schedule was structured from a 2018 study and has some outdated items, such as:
• A single fee being charged for multiple undefined functions. • Several planning/permitting functions and permit types without defined fees.
• Scaling of projects not properly accounted for in many areas. • Annual Business Inspections/permit fees undefined.
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Proposed City of Wildomar
Office of the Fire Marshal
 The proposed fee schedule will:
• Reflect the actual workflow of the Office of the Fire Marshal. • Account for many of the various types of planning cases, plan reviews, inspections that are conducted on a daily basis.
• Incorporate fees into the current fee schedule for Annual Business Inspections.
• Provide proper scaling of fees based on the scale of work involved. Fees become more reasonable and fair across the board for smaller businesses and larger projects.
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Fire Fee Comparison
Plan Check Inspection Plan Check Inspection Plan Check Inspection Plan Check Inspection Plan Check Inspection $189.00 $240.00 $271.44
$189.00 $227.11 $331.76
$237.00 $300.13 $678.60
$237.00 $283.89 $829.40
$284.00 $360.15 $861.53
$284.00 $340.67 $1,052.96
$378.00 $420.18 $1,303.20
$378.00 $397.45 $1,592.80
$473.00 $540.23 $1,576.80
$473.00 $511.00 $1,927.20
$284.00 $360.15 $730.00 $475.00
$7.00
$9.08 $577.00 $615.00
$662.00
$7.00 $9.08 $615-$860
$662.00 $720.30 $540+$7.00
$7.00
$9.08 $470+$7.00
$2.50 $473.00
$7.00
$284.00 $408.17 $910.00 $350.00
$378.00 $579.14 $837.00 $420.00
$284.00 $240.10 $606.00 $240.00
$284.00 $340.67 $555.00 $360.00
$378.00 $583.00
$378.00 $221.00
$378.00 $233.00
$378.00 $221.00
Not Listed
Not Listed
Not Listed
Not Listed
$814 for Both
$516 for Both
Not Specified
Not Specified
$755-1,351 for Both
$240-$720 $730-$1,283+ $475-$595+
$684-$1,513+
$513-$1,285+
$577-1132+
$755-1,351 for Both
$755-$1,052 for Both
$396 for Both
$1,112 Up to 50,000sqft Not Listed
Proposed WildomarCurrent Wildomar City of Menifee City of Temecula City of Corona 25,000 - 49,999 sq. ft.

New 13D Fire Sprinkler System plan check (base fee)
New 13D Fire Sprinkler System inspection (per sprinkler head) (each separate plan type)
Fee Comparison
New 13, 13R Fire Sprinkler System plan check (base fee) New 13, 13R Fire Sprinkler System inspection (per sprinkler head) 5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
5,000 - 9,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.
10,000 - 24,999 sq. ft.

FIRE FEES FOR NEW CONST. & TI'S (BFC & BRC)
0 - 1999 sq. ft. (size of building)
0 - 1999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
2,000 - 4,999 sq. ft.
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Fire Fee Schedule Comparison
• Fees Will Vary Based on Structure Size
Current Fee Proposed Fee Change
1,500 ft Tenant Improvement $456.00 $378.00 -$78.00
4,000 ft Tenant Improvement $456.00 $474.00 $18.00
9,000 ft Tenant Improvement $874.00 $568.00 -$306.00
20,000 ft Tenant Improvement $874.00 $756.00 -$118.00
40,000 ft Tenant Improvement $874.00 $946.00 $72.00
50,000 ft Tenant Improvement $874.00 $1,846.00 $972.00
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Wildomar
Office of the Fire Marshal
In conclusion, the goal of the proposed Fire
fee schedule is to ensure a fair
implementation of fees without burdening
smaller businesses with higher fees. A fee
schedule that is more comprehensive and
progressive will properly fund the Office now,
and into the future.
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Questions?
Wildomar
Office of the Fire Marshal
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CITY OF WILDOMAR

REGULAR MEETING

GENERAL BUSINESS
Agenda Staff Report # 3.1

Meeting Date: August 13, 2025
SUBJECT:

Amendment to the City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and
Regulations, Update to the Citys Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Prevention Policy, and Adoption of a Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy
SUBMITTED BY:

Emily Wolf
PREPARED BY:

Emily Wolf

ACTION:

Adopt a Resolution entitled:

RESOLUTION NO 2025 - ___

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE REVISION OF THE CITY’S PERSONNEL RULES AND REGULATIONS,

APPROVING THE UPDATE TO THE HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION AND

RETALIATION PREVENTION POLICY, AND ADOPTING A DRUG- AND ALCOHOL-FREE

WORKPLACE POLICY
SUMMARY:

City staff recommend that the City Council adopt proposed updates to the City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations and related workplace policies. These revisions are part of an ongoing effort to ensure that the City’s employment practices remain current with applicable laws, ensure a professional workplace, and support effective personnel administration.

BACKGROUND:

The City of Wildomar periodically reviews its Personnel Rules and Regulations (“Rules”) to ensure consistency with current legal standards, best practices in municipal employment, and organizational needs. Based on this review, several modifications are proposed to clarify, update, or add new provisions in key areas of the Personnel Rules and related workplace policies.

ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:

As part of the City’s ongoing commitment to maintaining effective, transparent, and legally compliant personnel practices, staff has conducted a comprehensive review of the City’s Personnel Rules and related policies. This review focused on identifying outdated provisions, clarifying areas of ambiguity, and ensuring alignment with the City’s operational needs and the overall perception of the City as a professional organization. The proposed changes to the Personnel Rules and Regulations and the Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Prevention Policy reflect internal recommendations intended to improve clarity, administrative 688
efficiency, and consistency across departments. The following is a summary of the key amendments recommended for adoption.

Personnel Rules and Regulations

Management Rights Clause, Update Rule I and Throughout the Rules Clearly states the City’s retained rights over organizational decisions, staffing, and policy enforcement. This section emphasizes the City's authority to direct, supervise, and manage City operations, including the right to determine policies, assign work, and take disciplinary action. Clarifies that the City Manager has final authority to interpret the Personnel Rules and make key employment decisions. While this authority is already implied, this explicit language clarifies the City’s position.

Professionalism, New Rule X
A new rule has been added to establish expectations for professional behavior and appearance in the workplace. This Rule outlines standards of conduct, appropriate attire, and respectful interactions among employees, supervisors, and members of the public.

Holidays, Updated Rule XIII.C.

Clarifies application of holiday benefits for employees working an alternative 4/10 work schedule with staff working on Fridays to support City Hall operations Monday through Friday.

This update allows employees working Monday through Thursday to observe the Day After Thanksgiving on either the Wednesday before or the Monday after Thanksgiving with departmental approval to ensure appropriate staffing during City Hall’s open hours.

Flex Leave – Rename to “Administrative Leave”, Update Rule XIII.N.

Renames “Flex Leave” to “Administrative Leave” for consistency with standard public sector terminology. Grants the City Manager discretion to award Administrative Leave to any employee in recognition of extraordinary service or organizational need.

Remote Work Policy, New Section under Rule XIV
Clarifies the importance of on-site work for collaboration and responsiveness to the community. Any remote work must be approved by the City Manager. This provides the City with the flexibility to manage operational needs.

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Outside Employment, Updated Rule XVI.A.

States the requirement for prior approval of outside work by the City Manager and gives the City Manager authority to revoke such approval. Reinforces standards around conflicts of interest and City representation.

Political Activity Policy, Updated Rule XVI.B.

Prohibits the use of City resources (e.g., email, equipment) for political purposes and clarifies that employees must not imply that their political views represent those of the City.

Electronic Communications, Updated Rule XXIII
Summarizes expectations around proper use of City technology and emphasizes that there is no expectation of privacy when using City-owned computers, software, or devices. Misuse of these tools may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Social Media Conduct, New Rule XXIV
This Rule prohibits posting confidential, defamatory, or inappropriate content related to City business and underscores the employee’s responsibility to maintain professionalism online.

In addition to changes to the Personnel Rules, staff also recommend the following change to the Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Prevention Policy and the addition of a new Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.

Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Prevention Policy

The revised policy updates the definition of retaliation to include adverse actions against employees who request accommodation for a disability or religious belief, or who file complaints under the policy. This update reinforces the City’s commitment to a fair and inclusive workplace.

Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy

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City staff recommend the City Council adopts a new Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy to strengthen the City’s commitment to providing a safe, healthy, and productive work environment for all employees. This policy reflects current legal standards and best practices, while clearly outlining expectations and responsibilities regarding substance use in the workplace.

Overview of the Proposed Policy:

Applicability:

The policy is intended to apply to all City employees and job applicants. It includes provisions tailored to safety-sensitive positions and employees subject to federal transportation regulations.

Limited Exceptions:

The policy provides the City Manager with the authority to approve limited exceptions in relation to alcohol consumption for special events, receptions, or business meetings, provided such use does not impair judgment or safety.

No Expectation of Privacy:

Employees are advised that there is no expectation of privacy when using City property or equipment, and that the City may take appropriate action to protect workplace safety.

Employee Responsibilities:

Employees are expected to disclose any use of legal drugs that could impair their job performance or pose safety risks. Additionally, the policy requires timely disclosure of any workplace-related criminal drug convictions.

Prohibited Conduct:

The policy prohibits the unlawful or unauthorized use, possession, or influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, or misuse of legal drugs while on duty, on City premises, or when conducting City business. It also addresses cannabis use, making clear that while certain uses may be lawful off duty, on-duty impairment is not tolerated.

Workplace Testing:

The policy outlines circumstances under which drug and alcohol testing may be conducted, including pre-employment screening (for specified positions), reasonable suspicion, and post-incident testing, consistent with federal and state laws.

Consequences for Violations:

The policy includes clear disciplinary procedures for policy violations, including potential termination for positive tests or refusal to comply with testing requirements.

Return-to-Work and Rehabilitation:

The policy encourages employees to voluntarily seek
treatment for substance issues and outlines procedures for possible return-to-duty testing and participation in rehabilitation programs. The City’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available to support employees in accessing these services.

Confidentiality:

All information related to drug and alcohol testing, as well as disclosures made under this policy, will be treated confidentially and stored in accordance with applicable laws.

By adopting this policy, the City will establish a consistent and legally sound framework for maintaining a drug- and alcohol-free workplace. It balances the City's obligation to protect safety and service quality with an employee's opportunity for support and rehabilitation where appropriate.

FISCAL IMPACT:
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There is no fiscal impact to implement the updates to the Personnel Rules and Regulations, updates to the Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation Prevention Policy, or implement the Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Resolution
Exhibit A - City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations Updated August 13, 2025 Exhibit B. - Harassment Discrimination and Retaliation Prevention Policy Exhibit C. - Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy
Presentation
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 - _____

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE REVISION OF THE CITY’S PERSONNEL RULES

AND REGULATIONS, APPROVING THE UPDATE TO THE HARASSMENT,

DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION PREVENTION POLICY, AND ADOPTING A DRUG- AND ALCOHOL-FREE WORKPLACE POLICY.

WHEREAS, on June 18, 2014, the City of Wildomar (“City”) City Council adopted Ordinance No. 96 entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2.36 (PERSONNEL SYSTEM) OF THE WILDOMAR MUNICIPAL CODE; and
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 96 among other things, states that the City Council shall have the authority to adopt, amend, or repeal the Personnel Rules (“Rules”) as determined necessary from time to time; and
WHEREAS, the most recent update to the Rules was approved on June 17, 2025; and
WHEREAS, the City Council is committed to maintaining up -to-date, legally compliant, and effective personnel policies that reflect best practices in public sector employment; and
WHEREAS, City staff has reviewed and proposed comprehensive updates to the Personnel Rules and related policies to clarify procedures, improve administrative efficiency, and reflect professional workplace standards; and WHEREAS, the proposed updates include the addition and revision of rules related to management rights, professionalism, remote work, administrative leave, outside employment, political activity, electronic communications, social media, and workplace conduct; and
WHEREAS, City staff has reviewed the Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Policy and proposed updates to the definition of retaliation in line with legal compliance; and
WHEREAS, the City aims to maintain a safe, healthy, and productive work environment; and
WHEREAS, City staff pr oposes the adoption of a new Drug - and Alcohol -Free Workplace Policy.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Wildomar, California, as follows:
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SECTION I. Upon adoption of this Resolution, City Council adopts the “City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations, Updated August 13, 2025” as attached to this Resolution as Exhibit A, with the following updates:
 Addition of a Management Rights section in Rule I and throughout the Rules, affirming the City’s authority to direct, supervise, and manage City operations, including the right to determine policies, assign work, and take disciplinary action;
 Adoption of Rule X – Professionalism, setting standards for employee conduct and appearance;
 Revision of Rule XIII, Section C Holidays, to allow staff working a 4/10 schedule Monday through Thursday to observe the Day After Thanksgiving on either the Wednesday before Thanksgiving or the Monday immediately following Thanksgiving.
 Renaming of Flex Leave to Administrative Leave under Rule XIII, Section N;  Addition of a Remote Work section under Rule XIV – Attendance, limiting remote work and reinforcing on-site work expectations;
 Revision of Rule XVI, Section A, to require approval of all outside employment;  Revision of Rule XVI, Section B, to clarify limitations on political activity and ensure non-retaliation for lawful political expression;  Update to Rule XXIII – Electronic Communications Policy, clarifying the lack of privacy expectations and potential for disciplinary action due to misuse;  Addition of Rule XXIV – Social Media Policy, prohibiting the posting of confidential, defamatory, or inappropriate content related to City business.

SECTION II. Upon adoption of this Resolution, City Council adop ts the updated Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation Prevention Policy with a revision date of August 13, 2025, as attached to this Resolution as Exhibit B.

SECTION III. Upon adoption of this Resolution, City Council adopts a new policy titled Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy, dated August 13, 2025, as attached to this Resolution as Exhibit C.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 13th day of August, 2025.

______________________________
Ashlee DePhillippo
Mayor

APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:

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______________________________ ______________________________ Thomas D. Jex Janet Morales, CMC
City Attorney City Clerk

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City of Wildomar

Personnel Rules and Regulations
Updated
August 13, 2025
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RULE I. GENERAL PROVISIONS .............................................................................................. 1 A. PURPOSE ....................................................................................................................... 1 B. NATURE OF EMPLOYMENT ................................................................................................... 1 C. APPLICABILITY ................................................................................................................. 1 D. MANAGEMENT RIGHTS. ...................................................................................................... 1 E. NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT ......................................................................................... 1 F. AMENDMENT OF PERSONNEL RULES ...................................................................................... 1 G. ADOPTION OF ADMINISTRATIVE POLICIES ................................................................................ 2 H. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY ................................................................................................ 2 I. CHANGES TO THE LAW ....................................................................................................... 2 J. SEVERABILITY .................................................................................................................. 2 RULE II. DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................................ 2 A. GENERAL DEFINITIONS ...................................................................................................... 2 B. SPECIFIC DEFINITIONS ....................................................................................................... 2 RULE III. NONDISCRIMINATION ............................................................................................. 5 A. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY. ..................................................................................... 5 B. DISABLED APPLICANTS AND EMPLOYEES. ................................................................................ 6 C. RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION. ............................................................................................ 7 D. LACTATION ACCOMMODATION.. ........................................................................................... 7 RULE IV. CLASSIFICATION ..................................................................................................... 7 A. PREPARATION OF PLAN ...................................................................................................... 7 B. ADOPTION, AMENDMENT AND REVISION OF PLAN ...................................................................... 7 C. ALLOCATION OF POSITIONS ................................................................................................. 7 D. NEW POSITIONS .............................................................................................................. 7 E. JOB DESCRIPTIONS ........................................................................................................... 7 F. RECLASSIFICATION ........................................................................................................... 8 RULE V. COMPENSATION ...................................................................................................... 8 A. SALARY ON APPOINTMENT .................................................................................................. 8 B. SALARY ANNIVERSARY DATES .............................................................................................. 9 C. INCREASES WITHIN PAY GRADE............................................................................................ 9 D. SALARY UPON PROMOTION ................................................................................................. 9 E. SALARY UPON TRANSFER ................................................................................................... 9 F. SALARY ON CHANGE IN GRADE ASSIGNMENT ........................................................................... 9 G. SALARY ON RECLASSIFICATION OF POSITION ............................................................................ 9 H. SALARY ON DEMOTION ..................................................................................................... 10 I. ACTING PAY ................................................................................................................... 10 J. BILINGUAL PAY ............................................................................................................... 10 K. SPECIAL SALARY ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................................................... 11 L. COST-OF-LIVING ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................... 11 697
City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated January 15, 2025 Page | ii M. PAY PERIODS ................................................................................................................. 11 N. STANDBY AND CALLBACK PAY. ............................................................................................ 11 O. SEVERANCE UPON TERMINATION ......................................................................................... 12 P. MANAGEMENT RIGHTS. ..................................................................................................... 13 RULE VI. APPLICATIONS, RECRUITMENT AND EXAMINATIONS ............................................... 13 A. VACANCIES ................................................................................................................... 13 B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCIES/ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS ................................................ 14 C. DISQUALIFICATION OF APPLICANTS ...................................................................................... 14 D. INELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT .......................................................................................... 14 E. SELECTION PROCESS ....................................................................................................... 15 F. CREATION OF ELIGIBILITY LIST ............................................................................................. 16 G. PHYSICIAN'S EXAMINATION ................................................................................................ 16 RULE VII. APPOINTMENTS ................................................................................................... 17 A. APPOINTMENT OF NEW EMPLOYEE ....................................................................................... 17 B. PROVISIONAL APPOINTMENTS ............................................................................................. 17 C. ACTING APPOINTMENTS TO A HIGHER CLASS .......................................................................... 18 D. EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT................................................................................................ 19 E. REINSTATEMENT .............................................................................................................. 20 F. REEMPLOYMENT ............................................................................................................. 20 G. PROMOTION .................................................................................................................. 20 H. DEMOTION .................................................................................................................... 20 I. TRANSFER ..................................................................................................................... 21 J. INTERACTIVE PROCESS TRANSFER ........................................................................................ 21 RULE VIII. NEPOTISM & CONSENSUAL ROMANTIC RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN EMPLOYEES ... 21 A. NEPOTISM ..................................................................................................................... 21 B. CONSENSUAL ROMANTIC RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN EMPLOYEES .................................................. 25 C. MANAGEMENT RIGHTS. ..................................................................................................... 26 RULE IX. REPORTS AND RECORDS ....................................................................................... 26 A. MAINTENANCE OF PERSONNEL FILES .................................................................................... 26 B. REVIEW AND ACCESS OF PERSONNEL FILES ............................................................................ 27 C. CURRENT ADDRESS ......................................................................................................... 27 D. REFERENCES ................................................................................................................. 28 E. DESTRUCTION OF RECORDS ............................................................................................... 28 RULE X. PROFESSIONALISM ................................................................................................ 28 A. WORKPLACE CONDUCT. ................................................................................................... 28 B. APPEARANCE. ................................................................................................................ 28 RULE XI. PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS ............................................................................... 28 A. POLICY ......................................................................................................................... 28 B. AUTHORITY TO MAKE EVALUATIONS ...................................................................................... 29 698
City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated January 15, 2025 Page | iii C. TIME FOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATION .................................................................................. 29 D. POSTPONEMENT OF PERFORMANCE EVALUATION ..................................................................... 29 E. REVIEW WITH THE DEPARTMENT HEAD .................................................................................. 29 F. REVIEW WITH EMPLOYEE ................................................................................................... 29 G. RETENTION OF PERFORMANCE EVALUATION ........................................................................... 29 H. EFFECTS OF "IMPROVEMENT NEEDED" AND "UNSATISFACTORY" RATINGS ........................................ 29 RULE XII. WORKWEEK, HOURS OF WORK AND OVERTIME ..................................................... 30 A. FLSA CLASSIFICATION ..................................................................................................... 30 B. WORK SCHEDULES AND WORKWEEK. ................................................................................... 30 C. RECORDING OF WORK HOURS. ........................................................................................... 31 D. DAILY HOURS OF WORK/SHIFTS. ......................................................................................... 31 E. CHANGES IN WORK SCHEDULES. ........................................................................................ 31 F. MEAL PERIODS. .............................................................................................................. 31 G. REST PERIODS ................................................................................................................ 32 H. OVERTIME ..................................................................................................................... 32 RULE XIII. LEAVES OF ABSENCE ........................................................................................... 33 A. EFFECT OF LEAVE OF ABSENCE ............................................................................................ 33 B. UNAUTHORIZED ABSENCES ................................................................................................ 33 C. HOLIDAYS ..................................................................................................................... 34 D. COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL LEAVE ........................................................................................ 35 E. SICK LEAVE FOR PART-TIME AND TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES .......................................................... 37 F. BEREAVEMENT LEAVE ....................................................................................................... 41 G. MILITARY LEAVE .............................................................................................................. 41 H. VICTIMS OF QUALIFYING ACT OF VIOLENCE. ........................................................................... 41 I. JURY DUTY ..................................................................................................................... 42 J. PREGNANCY DISABILITY LEAVE ............................................................................................ 42 K. FAMILY CARE AND MEDICAL LEAVE....................................................................................... 42 L. REPRODUCTIVE LOSS LEAVE. .............................................................................................. 42 M. LEAVE OF ABSENCE WITHOUT PAY ....................................................................................... 44 N. ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE .................................................................................................... 44 O. FITNESS FOR DUTY LEAVE .................................................................................................. 45 P. VOTING LEAVE ................................................................................................................ 47 Q. SUBPOENAED ABSENCE .................................................................................................... 47 R. PERSONNEL ACTION LEAVE ................................................................................................ 47 S. SCHOOL LEAVE .............................................................................................................. 48 T. WORKERS’ COMPENSATION. .............................................................................................. 49 RULE XIV. ATTENDANCE ...................................................................................................... 49 A. ATTENDANCE ................................................................................................................. 49 B. TARDINESS .................................................................................................................... 50 C. GENERAL ABSENCES ........................................................................................................ 50 D. UNAUTHORIZED ABSENCES ................................................................................................ 50 E. REMOTE WORK. .............................................................................................................. 50 699
City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated January 15, 2025 Page | iv RULE XV. LAYOFF/SEPARATION/RETIREMENT ...................................................................... 50 A. LAYOFF ........................................................................................................................ 50 B. RESIGNATIONS ............................................................................................................... 51 C. TERMINATIONS ............................................................................................................... 51 D. RETIREMENT/DISABILITY RETIREMENT.................................................................................... 51 RULE XVI. ETHICAL STANDARDS .......................................................................................... 51 A. OUTSIDE EMPLOYMENT, ENTERPRISE, OR ACTIVITY ................................................................... 51 B. POLITICAL ACTIVITIES ....................................................................................................... 52 C. SOLICITATION OF POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS .......................................................................... 53 D. CONTRACTS AND CONFLICTS OF INTEREST ............................................................................. 53 E. CONDUCT DURING THE WORKDAY ....................................................................................... 53 F. EMPLOYEES WITH ACCESS TO CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION ........................................................ 53 RULE XVII. DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ..................................................................................... 54 A. REASON FOR DISCIPLINARY ACTION ..................................................................................... 54 B. TYPES OF DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ........................................................................................ 56 C. AUTHORITY FOR DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS................................................................................. 56 D. NOTICE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION ........................................................................................ 57 E. NAME-CLEARING HEARING ................................................................................................ 57 RULE XVIII. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE .................................................................................. 58 A. PURPOSE OF THE GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE ............................................................................. 58 B. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE ................................................................................................... 58 C. GENERAL PROVISIONS ...................................................................................................... 59 RULE XIX. EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS ...................................................................................... 60 A. HEALTH BENEFITS ........................................................................................................... 60 B. RETIREMENT BENEFITS ...................................................................................................... 60 RULE XX. EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE ................................................................................. 61 A. EDUCATIONAL REIMBURSEMENT FOR TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENT .............................................. 61 B. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION ASSISTANCE ............................................................................ 61 RULE XXI. WORKPLACE VIOLENCE PREVENTION .................................................................. 62 RULE XXII. DRUG- AND ALCOHOL-FREE WORKPLACE POLICY .............................................. 62 RULE XXIII. ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS POLICY .......................................................... 62 RULE XXIV. SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY ...................................................................................... 62 RULE XXV. UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT .............................................................................. 63 A. UNIFORMS .................................................................................................................... 63 B. EQUIPMENT ................................................................................................................... 63 C. SAFETY EQUIPMENT AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING ..................................................................... 63 RULE XXVI. EMPLOYEE REIMBURSEMENTS AND ALLOWANCES ............................................ 63 700
City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated January 15, 2025 Page | v A. REIMBURSEMENT ............................................................................................................ 63 B. ALLOWANCE .................................................................................................................. 65 RULE XXVII. DISASTER AND EMERGENCY SERVICE WORKERS .............................................. 65 A. EMPLOYEES DESIGNATED AS DISASTER WORKERS .................................................................... 65 B. OATH OR AFFIRMATION ..................................................................................................... 66 C. DECLARATION OF DISASTER OR EMERGENCY ........................................................................... 66 D. EMPLOYEE DISASTER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................. 66 701
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CITY OF WILDOMAR PERSONNEL RULES AND

REGULATIONS

RULE I. GENERAL PROVISIONS
A. Purpose. These personnel rules (“Rules”) are intended to establish and maintain an efficient and uniform personnel program for the City of Wildomar (“City”). This updated version of the Rules repeals and replaces all prior versions of the Rules.

Upon adoption, these Rules shall supersede any and all personnel management policies, rules, regulations and procedures previously adopted, except those which were adopted by order of a department head for that department, and which are not in conflict with the Rules specified herein.

B. Nature of Employment . All employees of the City are at -will employees. Their employment can be terminated by the City or the employee at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, and with or without the right of appeal. Nothing in these Rules, in a contract for employment, or any other policy adopted by the City, should be interpreted in a manner that would cause the employee's employment to be other than at-will.

C. Applicability. Unless otherwise specifically stated either in these Rules or in a contract for employment or resolution or ordinance of the City Council, the provisions of these R ules apply to all City employees. In the event of conflict between the provisions of these Rules and a stand-alone personnel policy, the provisions of these Rules will control. In the event of a conflict between these Rules and a written contract for employment, the terms of the written contract for employment will control.

D. Management Rights. The City’s full management rights are stated in section 3 of the Employer Employee Relations Resolution. The City retains the exclusive right to manage its operations and workforce, including but not limited to, the right to determine the mission, budget, organizational structure, number of employees, performance standards, work schedules, methods of operation, and to hire, promote, discipline, and terminate employees. The City Manager, as the appointing authority, retains final hiring and disciplinary decisions, such de cisions are not subject to appeal. Nothing in these rules shall be construed to limit the City’s authority except as explicitly required by law.

E. Not an Employment Contract . None of these R ules shall be deemed to create a vested contractual right for any employee.

F. Amendment of Personnel Rules . The City Council shall have authority to adopt, amend, or repeal these R ules by resolution. The Personnel Officer shall have authority to prepare and recommend revisions to the Rules. 702
City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated August 13, 2025 Page | 2 G. Adoption of Administrative Policies . The Personnel Officer is hereby authorized to adopt administrative policies, so long as said administrative policies are not in direct conflict with these Rules.

H. Delegation of Authority . Except as otherwise provided, any duties, responsibilities, powers, and authority granted by these Rules or the personnel ordinance to the City Manager, appointing authority, Personnel Officer, Department Head, or any other person may be delegated, in writing, to any other employee at the discretion of the delegating individual.

I. Changes to the Law. When any local ordinance, state or federal law , or regulation, that is incorporated in the Rules or upon which the Rules rely is amended, the Rules shall be deemed amended in conformance with those amendments.

J. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of the R ules is found to be illegal by a court of competent jurisdiction, such findings shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the Rules.

RULE II. DEFINITIONS
A. General Definitions. All words and terms used in these R ules and in any resolution or ordinance dealing with personnel policies, systems, or procedures shall be defined as they are normally and generally defined in the field of personnel administration.

B. Specific Definitions.

1. "Acting appointment" means a temporary appointment of an employee who possesses at least the minimum qualifications established for a particular class and who is appointed to a position in that class in the absence of available eligible incumbents, or on a n interim basis pending later appointment of an eligible person.

2. "Advancement" means a salary increase within the limits of a pay range established for a class.

3. "Allocation" means the assignment of a single position to its proper class in accordance with the duties performed, and the authority and responsibilities exercised.

4. "Appointing authority" means the City Manager or their designee.

5. "At-will employee" means an employee whose employment can be terminated by the City or the employee, at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice.
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6. “Base Pay” means the employee’s rate of pay based on the established and approved pay plan.

7. "Class" or “Classification” means all positions sufficiently similar in duties, authority, and responsibility, to permit grouping under a common title in the application with equity of common standards of selection, transfer, demotion and salary.

8. "Compensation" means the salary, wage, allowance, and all other forms of valuable consideration earned by or paid to any employee by reason of service in any position but does not include expenses authorized and incurred incidental to employment.

9. "Continuous service" means service in the employ of the City without a break or interruption. Unless otherwise required by law, a severance of the employee from his or her employment initiated by either the City or the employee for periods of more than 30 days constitutes a break in continuous service.

10. "Council" or “City Council” means the City Council of the City of Wildomar.

11. "Day" or "days" means calendar day(s), unless otherwise stated.

12. "Demotion" means the movement of an employee from one class to another class having a lower maximum base rate of pay.

13. “Department Head” means the administrative head of every department in the City.

14. “Disciplinary action" means the discharge, demotion, reduction in pay, suspension, or reprimand of an employee for punitive reasons.

15. "Eligibility list" means the list which contains the names of successful applicants according to relative performance on the total weighted examinations.

16. “Executive Classification” means employees who are in the “executive” group according to the City’s Position Classification Schedule adopted by the Council Resolution No. 2022-60 on November 9, 2022, and as may be later amended by Council.

17. “Exempt Employee” means an employee who holds a position that, based on both the job requirements and the salary earned, does not entitle the employee to receive compensation at an overtime rate under applicable state or federal wage and hour laws.

18. "Full-time employees" means employees whose positions require the employee works at least 40 hours in a workweek. All positions shall be full- 704
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19. "Layoff' means the separation of employees from the active work force due to lack of work or funds, or to the abolition of positions by the City Council for the above reasons or due to organization changes.

20. “Management Classification” means employees who are in the “management” group according to the City’s Position Classification Schedule adopted by the Council Resolution No. 2022-60 on November 9, 2022, and as may be later amended by Council

21. “Non-exempt employee” means an employee who holds a position that, based on either the job requirements or the compensation earned, may entitle the employee to receive compensation at an overtime rate under applicable state or federal wage and hour laws.

22. "Personnel Officer" means the City Manager or their designee.

23. "Part-time employees" means employees whose positions work less than 1,000 hours per year, are paid on an hourly basis and only receive fringe benefits as provided by these Rules and as otherwise required by law.

24. "Position" means a group of duties and responsibilities in the service of the City requiring the full-time or part-time employment of one person.

25. "Promotion" means the movement of an employee from one class to another class having a higher maximum base rate of pay.

26. "Provisional appointment" means a temporary appointment, less than 960 hours in a fiscal year, of a non- employee who possesses the minimum qualifications established for a particular class and who has been appointed to a position in that class in the absence of available eligible employees.

27. "Reinstatement" means the restoration without examination of a former employee to a classification in which the employee formerly served.

28. "Suspension" means the temporary separation from service of an employee without pay for disciplinary purposes.

29. "Temporary employee" means an employee who is appointed to a position for a limited period of time and is only entitled to benefits as provided by resolution of the City Council and as required by law.

30. "Transfer" means the movement of an employee from one position to another position in the same class or to another class with the same maximum base rate of pay.
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31. “Y-Rate” means a salary paid above the maximum salary of a range. A Y-rate may be used when an incumbent employee is reassigned or reclassified to a lower class or salary range but retains the higher salary rate of the former class. This Y-rate salary may be retained until the newly assigned class has a maximum rate equal to or higher than the Y-rate.

RULE III. NONDISCRIMINATION
A. Equal Employment Opportunity. The City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. It is the policy of the City to ensure that all employment decisions, including, but not limited to , recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination, are made without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

The City strictly prohibits discrimination based on race (including traits associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles, including, but not limited to braids, locs, and twists) , color, ancestry, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (over 40), religion, ethnicity, national origin, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, reproductive health decision- making, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding, military or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.

This policy also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that an individual possesses, or is associated with someone who possesses, any of the above characteristics, individually or in any combination. The City remains committed to maintaining a workplace that reflects diversity, inclusion, and respect for all individuals.

Any technique or procedure used in recruitment and selection of employees will be designed to measure only the job-related qualifications of applicants. No recruitment or selection technique will be used which, in the opinion of the City Manager or designee, is not justifiably linked to successful job performance.

Employees who believe they have experienced any form of employment discrimination are encouraged to report this immediately, using the complaint procedure provided in the City’s Policy Against Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation. In addition, City policy prohibits retaliation because of the employee's request for accommodation for a disability or religious beliefs, complaint filed under this policy, opposition to a practice the employee reasonably believes to constitute employment discrimination or harassment or because of the employee's participation in an employment discrimination or harassment investigation, proceeding or hearing.

The City's full Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Policy is set forth in a council adopted policy.
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City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated August 13, 2025 Page | 6 B. Disabled Applicants and Employees. The City has a commitment to ensure equal opportunities for disabled applicants and City employees. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide an accessible work environment for such employees and applicants. Employment practices (e.g., hiring, training, testing, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefits, and discharge) will not discriminate unlawfully against disabled applicants or employees. The City provides employment -related reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities within the meaning of the California Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA") and the Americans with Disabilities Act ("ADA"). This includes accommodations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, when requested with the support of a healthcare provider, as well as accommodations for employees who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking.

1. Request for Accommodation. An applicant or employee who desires a reasonable accommodation in order to perform essential job functions should make such a request in writing to the Human Resources Division. The request must identify: a) the job- related functions at issue; and b) the desired accommodation(s). Reasonable accommodation may include, but is not limited to, job restructuring, reassignment to a vacant position for which the employee is qualified and making facilities accessible.

2. Reasonable Documentation of Disability . Following receipt of the request, the Human Resources Division may require additional information, such as reasonable documentation of the existence of a disability or additional explanation as to the effect of the disability on the employee’s ability to perform the employee’s essential functions but will not require disclosure of diagnosis or genetic history.

3. Interactive Process . The City will engage in the interactive process, as defined by the FEHA and ADA, to determine whether an applicant or employee is able to perform the essential functions of their position. During this process, the City will examine potential reasonable accommodations that will make it possible for the employee or applicant to so perform. Such interactive process will include a meeting with the employee or applicant, the City, and, if necessary, the employee or applicant’s health care provider.

4. Case-by-Case Determination . The City determines, in its sole discretion, whether reasonable accommodations(s) can be made, and the type of reasonable accommodations(s) to provide. The City will not provide an accommodation that would pose an undue hardship upon the City or that is not required by law. The City will inform the employee or applicant of any decisions made under this section in writing.

5. Light or Modified Duty. During the interactive process, the City may approve, at its sole discretion and subject to availability, the employee to perform light or modified duty for a limited period of time.
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6. Fitness for Duty Leave. While the City is engaged in the interactive process with an employee, the City may require that the employee be placed on a fitness for duty leave in accordance with Rule XIII.O.

C. Religious Accommodation. The City will make reasonable accommodations to the known religious creed of an applicant during the hiring process and of an employee in the course of employment, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the City.

D. Lactation Accommodation. The City provides lactation accommodation to employees as required by law. For additional details, employees should refer to the City’s stand- alone Lactation Accommodation Administrative Policy.

RULE IV. CLASSIFICATION
A. Preparation of Plan. The Personnel Officer shall ascertain and record the duties, responsibilities, minimum standards, and minimum qualifications of all positions in the City and shall recommend a classification/compensation plan for all positions.

The classification/compensation plan need not be contained in only one document but may be comprised of various documents. The classification/compensation plan shall consist of classes of positions defined by class specifications, including the title. The classification/compensation plan shall be so developed and maintained that all positions substantially similar with respect to duties, responsibilities, authority, and character of work are included within the same class, and that the same schedules of compensation may be made to apply with equity under similar working conditions to al l positions in the same class. The classification/compensation plan will contain the general salary schedule and a general benefits schedule.

B. Adoption, Amendment and Revision of Plan. The classification/compensation plan shall be adopted by and may be amended from time to time by resolution of the City Council. At the time of consideration by the City Council, any interested party may appear and be heard. Revisions to the classification/compensation plan may consist of the addition, abolishment, consolidation, division, or amendment of existing classes.

C. Allocation of Positions . Following the adoption of the classification/compensation plan, the Personnel Officer shall allocate every position in the employ of the City to one of the classes established by the plan.

D. New Positions . A new position shall not be created and filled until the classification/compensation plan has been amended to provide for such position.

E. Job Descriptions . The Administrative Services Director , in consultation with Department Heads, will prepare written specifications for each classification of positions to the City Manager for review. Subject to City Council approval of the initial job description , t he specifications, when approved by the City Manager, will 708
City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated August 13, 2025 Page | 8 constitute the official classification specifications, and will indicate the date of approval or last revision. Revisions to job descriptions do not require approval by the City Council. Each specification will include the classification title, a brief description of the scope, nature, and responsibility of the class, a description of the tasks or duties ordinarily performed in the positions allocated to the classification; a statement of the minimum qualifications considered necessary for proficient performance of the work, including education, experience, training, knowledge, skills, physical characteristics, and any additional factors considered pertinent . Specifications are not restrictive . The specifications shall not be construed as an all -inclusive list of tasks performed; or be interpreted as restricting the assignment of related tasks not specifically listed therein; or as limiting the authority of supervisory personnel to assign, direct and control the work of subordinate employees. A Department Hea d may temporarily assign other related duties and responsibilities or otherwise direct the work of employees.

F. Reclassification. Positions, the assigned duties of which have been materially changed by the City so as to necessitate reclassification, whether new or already created, shall be allocated by the Personnel Officer to a more appropriate class.

Reclassifications shall not be used for the purpose of avoiding restrictions concerning demotions and promotions, or to effect a change in salary in the absence of a significant change in assigned duties and responsibilities. The City Manager shall have the authority to appoint a current employee to the reclassified position or utilize the formal recruitment process.

RULE V. COMPENSATION
A. Salary on Appointment.

1. New Employees. New employees shall be paid at the first step of the pay grade for the position to which the employee is appointed except as approved by the City Manager or their designee.

2. Advanced Step Hiring. The City Manager may appoint a new employee to an advanced step of the pay grade so long as the following considerations are made: the selected candidate has significantly high qualifications and outstanding experience, the availability of other qualified candidates, and the resulting salary relationships with similar positions and their experience and skills.

3. Reemployment/Reinstatement. A person who previously held a position with the City and resigned in good standing may, at the discretion of the City Manager, when re- employed in the same or a comparable position held at separation, be appointed at the same salary rate which was paid at the effective date of the person's termination or the nearest applicable step for the grade to which the person is appointed.
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City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated August 13, 2025 Page | 9 B. Salary Anniversary Dates . Employees shall have a salary anniversary date on the date of their most recent appointment, promotion, demotion, reinstatement or reemployment. The salary anniversary date may be modified by the action of the appointing authority under Rule XI or Rule XIII.

C. Increases Within Pay Grade. Employees will normally become eligible for a merit adjustment in pay after 12 months of service in their current position. Increases shall not be automatic and are based on merit. The adjustment shall be made only if recommended by the applicable Department Head, and, if approved, by the City Manager. The subsequent adjustments are based on performance evaluation, to encourage an employee to perform at the employee’s highest level, and to recognize increased skill on the job. Employees are normally eligi ble for these adjustments at any time after the completion of 12 months of service in their current position. This period may be modified in conjunction with the performance evaluation recommendations and as approved by the City Manager. Unless so modified, a granted merit adjustment will be effective on the employee’s salary anniversary date.

The City Manager, in their sole discretion, may determine that an increase within grade will be retroactive in effect to the employee’s salary anniversary date or to another appropriate date.

D. Salary Upon Promotion. Except in instances where the granting of a full step increase would result in a salary in excess of the top step of the range, any employee who is promoted to a position in a class with a higher salary grade shall be placed on the step in the new higher grade which is at least equal to an advancement of a full step over the step the employee held in their former grade. If the maximum of the grade would be exceeded by such advancement, the employee shall receive the top step of the grade. An employee thus promoted is assigned to a new salary anniversary date effective on the date of promotion.

E. Salary Upon Transfer. Any employee who is transferred from one position to another position in the same class, or to another position in a class having the same pay grade, shall be compensated at the same step of the pay grade as the employee previously received and their salary anniversary date shall not change, unless an increase is approved by the City Manager.

F. Salary on Change in Grade Assignment. Whenever a class is reassigned to either a higher or lower pay grade by the Council, the salary of each incumbent in such class on the date the reassignment is effective shall be adjusted to the same step in the new grade that corresponds to the s tep, not the rate, the employee was at in the former grade and the employee shall retain the same salary anniversary date. For example, if an incumbent is currently at grade 115, step C, and the class is reassigned to grade 118, the incumbent will move to grade 118, step C. If appropriate, the City Manager may choose to Y-rate the employee if the pay grade is lower than what the employee was previously earning.

G. Salary on Reclassification of Position. If the position is reclassified to a class having the same pay grade , the salary and the salary anniversary date of the incumbent 710
City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated August 13, 2025 Page | 10 shall not change. If the position is reclassified to a class which has a higher pay grade, the City Manager shall adjust the salary of the incumbent employee to fit the higher pay grade which is at least as much as the employee was receiving in the former grade and the employee shall retain the same salary anniversary date. If the position is reclassified to a class with a lower pay grade, and the employee's salary exceeds the top step of the class to which their position is reclassified, their salary shall be Y-rated until it is exceeded by the top step of the class. The employee's salary anniversary date shall not change.

H. Salary on Demotion. Any employee who is demoted to a position in a class with a lower pay grade shall have their salary adjusted by one of the following three methods:

1. If a disciplinary demotion, the employee's salary may be reduced. A new salary anniversary date shall be established on the basis of the demotion.

2. If a non -disciplinary demotion, the employee's salary may be reduced. The employee shall retain their salary anniversary date.

3. In the discretion of the City Manager , a demoted employee's salary may be Y-rated. A Y-rated salary is one that is paid above the maximum established salary range for the incumbent's classification. An employee whose salary is Y-rated will retain their current rate of pay until such time that the class has a higher maximum salary rate.

I. Acting Pay. An employee who is required on the basis of an acting appointment to serve in a class with a higher pay grade than that of the class in which the employee is normally assigned, shall receive the entrance salary rate of the higher pay grade or one rate higher than the rate the employee normally receives, whichever is greater, provided the employee shall perform all the duties and assume all the responsibilities of the higher class, for at least 5 consecutive working days when working a 5/8 schedule or 4 consecutive working days when working a 4/10 schedule in the higher classification.

J. Bilingual Pay. Employees in certain classifications, as determined at the City’s sole discretion, may be eligible to receive $100.00 per month as bilingual pay premium.

To receive the bilingual pay premium, an employee must be regularly accessible to the public in-person and through alternative means of communication, including but not limited to on the phone and via email, and shall successfully complete a language proficiency examination, selected at the City’s sole discretion . Upon successfully completing such proficiency examination, the eligible employee shall receive the bilingual pay premium effective on the first pay period of the month following the test date. Bilingual pay premium shall be paid in two payments each month, on the first and second pay period of each month at a rate of $50 per pay period. 711
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K. Special Salary Adjustments. Notwithstanding anything in these Rules to the contrary, in order to correct gross inequities, or to reward outstanding achievement and performance, the City Manager may adjust the salary rate of an incumbent of a particular position to any step within the pay grade for the class to which the position is allocated.

L. Cost-of-Living Adjustment . Beginning June 12, 2024, City Council , at its sole discretion, will consider providing a Cost -of-Living Adjustment (“COLA”) to all employees on an annual basis with any wage adjustment going into effect on July 1.

City Council will review staff recommendation for the cost -of-living increase based on the published Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA, Consumer Price Index – U 12-month percent changes on all items for the month of March to consider potential COLA adjustments. Except as otherwise supported by justifiable findings , including the City’s budgetary status, such COLA shall be capped at 3% as approved by City Council.

M. Pay Periods. The salaries and wages of all employees shall be paid bi -weekly. In the event a payday falls on one of the holidays listed in these Rules, or on a Saturday or Sunday, the immediately previous working day shall become the payday.

N. Standby and Callback Pay.

1. Standby Pay. Standby Pay applies to all regular, non- exempt employees.

When assigned to standby duty, the employee will receive thirty -five dollars ($35) per day for each day in which they assume standby duty. If the employee is unable to perform the duties prescribed in the Standby Duties Policy, the employee will not receive standby pay for the days in which they were not able to perform such duties.

2. Callback Pay. Callback pay applies to all regular, non-exempt employees and occurs when an employee is called back to work to perform services not in conjunction with a regularly scheduled work shift. Callback pay does not apply to hours worked as a continuation to the end of the shift (for example if an employee is required to stay an additional hour after their shift is over) or a shift scheduled to work at a different time, such as early mornings or late nights. If an employee is called to work early under this rule, callback pay will cease at the beginning of their normal shift, with a minimum of two (2) hours paid at the callback rate. All callback pay will be paid out to the employee and is not eligible to be credited towards any leave banks. a. Callback Rate for a Physical Response. The City shall pay non - exempt, regular employees at the premium rate of one and one- half (1½) times the employee's base pay for the actual hours worked, or a minimum of two (2) hours, whichever is greater. Callback pay is only 712
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The callback time will commence from the time the employee leaves their residence or current location and is going directly to the incident or reporting location. The callback time will end when the employee leaves the incident or reporting location and is no longer conducting business on behalf of the City.
b. Callback Rate for a Remote Response. A remote response may include answering a request by phone, laptop, or other remote device.

Regular non-exempt employees who have a remote response will be compensated in fifteen (15) minute intervals at one and one-half times their base rate of pay.

O. Severance Upon Termination. Upon termination without cause, employees who are either in the Executive Classification, or are Department Heads, shall receive severance payment, upon execution of a waiver and release of all claims acceptable to the City, and as allowed by law, equivalent to 90 days of their base salary.

However, in no event shall the total cash value of the Severance Pay exceed the value of the employee’s monthly salary multiplied by eighteen (18), or multiplied by the month’s remaining in employee’s term, whichever is less.

1. Reimbursement Upon Conviction of Abuse of Office. In the event any employee is convicted of any crime involving an abuse of the employee’s office or position, as defined by California Government Code Section 53243.4, the employee is not entitled to receive Severance Pay, and must reimburse the City for any Severance Pay received.

2. Effect of Termination for Cause. If an executive employee or a Department Head is terminated for cause, they shall not be entitled to receive severance pay. Cause for termination shall be deemed to exist if any of the following occurs:
a. The City performs an administrative investigation based on charges against an employee by a prosecuting agency with any of the following criminal conduct: theft or attempted theft from the City; fraud or other type of criminal dishonesty; misuse or misappropriation of public funds; assault, battery or other criminal physical injury to another person; any felony; solicitation, prostitution, or other sexually oriented crime; or for violating Government Code §§ 1090 et seq. and/or § 53243.4, and such administ rative investigation makes a finding, based o n a preponderance of the evidence, that such conduct occurred and violated the City’s Rules;
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d. Unauthorized absence or leave;
e. Use or possession of illegal drugs;
f. Material acts of dishonesty;
g. Persistent failure to disclose material information regarding the business or operation of the City necessary for the City Council to undertake its obligation as the elected legislative body of the City; h. Material failure to follow clear and legal directives of a majority of City Council provided in a duly noticed public meeting, including closed session while in the performance of City Manager duties or acting City Manager duties; or
i. Any other violation of these Rules, including a violation of a listed cause for discipline under Rule XVII of these Rules, or other City policies or procedures.

P. City Manager Interpretation. The City Manager shall have the final authority to interpret these rules and to make all decisions regarding appointments, compensation, disciplinary actions, and policy exceptions.

RULE VI. APPLICATIONS, RECRUITMENT AND EXAMINATIONS
A. Vacancies. Except for the City Manager, Department Heads, Assistant City Manager, Deputy City Manager, and/or Assistant to the City Manager positions, vacant positions may be filled only by selection from an eligibility list, by acting appointment, provisional appointment, by transfer, by reinstatement, by demotion.

Each Department Head is entitled to select a candidate to fill a vacancy within their department subject to the provisions in this rule and approval by the City Manager.

The City Council shall select the City Manager. The City Manager, or designee, shall select the Department Heads, Assistant City Manager, Deputy City Manager and Assistant to the City Manager. These positions may be filled by the method selected by the City Council or the City Manager to obtain the best candidate for the position. 714
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B. Announcement of Vacancies/Acceptance of Applications. When a position becomes vacant, the applicable Department Head shall notify the Personnel Officer. All positions shall be publicized by such methods as the Personnel Officer deems appropriate. The announcements shall specify the title and pay range of the class; the nature of the work to be performed; the experience and education requirements; the knowledge, skills, and abilities desirable for the performance of the work; how to apply; the application deadline date; that a post - offer, pre- employment phys ical examination is required, which may include a drug test; that upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, a criminal background check is required through the submission of fingerprints; and other relevant information. Applications will be available on the City’s website.

C. Disqualification of Applicants . The Personnel Officer may reject any application which indicates on its face that the applicant does not possess the minimum qualifications required for the position, or because the applicant has failed to timely submit the application, fully complete the application, or submit all required materials.

D. Ineligibility for Employment. Further examination or consideration for employment of any applicant may be discontinued, and any employment of any person may be terminated, when any of the following has been determined by the Personnel Officer:

1. The individual does not meet the minimum qualifications established for the class or position to which they seek appointment;

2. The individual has made a false statement, misrepresentation, or omission of material fact, or actual or attempted deception, fraud or misconduct in connection with their application;

3. The application shows on its face that the applicant is physically or psychologically restricted from performing the essential functions of the position applied for, and the City determines that no reasonable accommodation can be made for such medical rest rictions in the position applied for;

4. An employment history or personal conduct which demonstrates a lack of fitness for City employment, including dismissal for cause from prior public or private employment , or rude or unprofessional demeanor during the recruitment and/or background process;

5. The individual has failed to submit a complete application within the prescribed time limit;

6. The individual has directly or indirectly obtained information regarding examinations to which applicants are not entitled;
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7. The individual has been convicted, including pleas of guilty and nolo contendere, of any felony or misdemeanor, which was of such a nature as to reflect adversely and substantially on the applicant’s ability to perform the duties of the position. The City Manager , or designee, may disregard such convictions of felonies or misdemeanors if it is found and determined by the City Manager that mitigating circumstances exist. In making such determination, the City Manager may consider the classification, including sensitivity, to which the person is applying or being certified and whether the classification is unrelated to the conviction; the nature and seriousness of the offense; the circumstances surrounding the offense; the length of time elapsed since the conviction; the age of the person at the time of conviction; the presence or absence of rehabilitation or efforts at rehabilitation; and/or contributing social or environmental conditions.
a. Unless otherwise required by law, the City will not ask an applicant for employment to disclose, orally or in writing, information concerning the conviction history of the applicant, until the City has issued a conditional offer of employment.
b. Applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be requested to complete a supplemental form regarding criminal conviction history for review by the City, and a background screening, as part of the application process. The Human Resources and Risk Manager will conduct an individual assessment, as may be required by law, for each applicant who has prior convictions before determining whether to disqualify the applicant and rescind the conditional offer of employment.

8. The individual has otherwise violated provisions of these Rules.

In addition, applicants with the least desirable background or qualifications among a large number of applicants may be denied further participation in the selection process through an evaluation of their qualifications, thus providing a reasonable number of the best qualified candidates for consideration.

Applicants disqualified from further participation in the selection process will be promptly notified to permit submission of additional information provided that the time limit for receiving applications has not expired. Notice will be mailed to the last known address and/or will be emailed to the email address provided by the applicant on the applicant’s application; it will be the applicant’s responsibility to keep the applicant’s current physical address and email address on file. Whenever an application is rejected, the Personnel Officer will mail and/or email notice of such rejection to the applicant.

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The Personnel Officer may enter into a contract with any competent agency or individual for the preparing and/or administering portions of the selection process.

If the Personnel Officer does not contract these duties with an agency or individual, then the Personnel Officer shall ensure that such duties are performed.

F. Creation of Eligibility List. As soon as possible after the completion of a recruitment, the Personnel Officer shall prepare and maintain an eligibility list consisting of the names of candidates who qualified as finalists. Eligibility lists shall remain in effect for up to 6 months unless the Personnel Officer abolishes the eligibility list after determining that the abolition of the list is in the best interest of the City. The name of any person appearing on an eligibility list shall be removed by the Personnel Officer if the person requests in writing that their name be removed or if the person fails to respond to a notice of certification mailed to the last designated physical address or emailed to the last designated email address. Persons on eligibility lists as a result of an internal recruitment who leave the service of the City for any reason shall automatically be dropped from such lists.

G. Physician's Examination. Applicants may be required to submit to a physician's examination at the City's expense upon being made a conditional offer of employment. As set forth in more detail in the City’s Drug- Free Workplace Policy, the physician's examination shall include a drug and alcohol test for positions that are (1) safety-sensitive; or (2) involve a position of influence over children. When a drug and alcohol test is required, applicants shall be made aware of that in the announcement published under Rule VI.B. No job commitment shall be made until a negative drug screen result is obtained and a physician has certified that the applicant is medically qualified to perform the essential func tions of the position.

When the applicant reports to the medical facility for the scheduled examination, personal identification shall be provided to the facility in the form of a photograph and verifiable signature (for example, a driver's license or state- issued identification card). All test results will be kept confidential. The applicant will be told whether the tests were passed or failed, but only the Personnel Officer and their assistant will have access to the test results. If required, the drug/alcohol examination shall be administered in accordance with the City's Drug-Free Workplace Policy. 717
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A. Appointment of New Employee. The hire date of a new employee shall be that of the first day actually worked.

B. Provisional Appointments. It shall be the policy of the City to require all Department Heads and other appointing authorities, whenever possible to notify the Personnel Officer, of impending or anticipated vacancies in their departments sufficient in advance so as to allow for the establishment of an appropriate eligibility list.

However, when the demands of the services are such that it is not practicable to give such notification and if it is not practicable to delay appointment until a new eligibility list can be certified, the appointing authority may make a provisional appointment to the position, in accordance with the following:

1. As soon as practicable, but not longer than six months after a provisional appointment has been made, the Personnel Officer may cause an examination to be prepared, and all positions filled provisionally shall be filled by an appointment from an eligibility list.

2. A person appointed to a position on a provisional basis may be entitled to credit for the time served under the provisional appointment if the em ployee was performing the full range of duties.

3. No special credit shall be allowed in any examination or the establishment of any eligibility lists for services rendered under a provisional appointment.

4. Except as otherwise required by law, a provisional appointee, who is not already a current employee, will not be entitled to the rights and benefits afforded to employees under these Rules.

5. Except for retired annuitants, no person shall be employed by the City under provisional appointment for a total of more than six months in any fiscal year except that the Personnel Officer may extend the period of any provisional appointment for not more than 90 days; however, no provisional appointment shall cause any person to work more than 960 hours (if paid on an hourly basis) or 125 days (if paid on a per diem basis) in a fiscal year.

6. A person who has retired from a CalPERS employer (“retired annuitant”) may only be appointed to a provisional appointment when all of the following conditions are met, unless otherwise allowed by CalPERS during extenuating circumstances:
a. The City can show the retired annuitant has previous experience and the skill set needed to perform the work required.
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City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated August 13, 2025 Page | 18 stoppage of public service. A recruitment to permanently fill the vacant position must be open before the retired annuitant is appointed. c. Retired annuitants cannot begin employment before the 181st day after their retirement date, unless the City certifies the nature of the employment and that the appointment is necessary to fill a critically needed position before 180 days has passed, and t he City Council approves the appointment in a public meeting. The appointment may not be placed on a consent calendar.
d. If the retired annuitant is under the normal retirement age, he or she must have a bona fide separation in service. Further, the retired annuitant must not have received unemployment insurance payments for retired annuitant work with any public employer within the 12 months prior to the date of the provisional appointment, and he or she must certify to this in writing to the City.
e. A retired annuitant may only be appointed once to the position.

Provisional appointments of retirees must specify a beginning date and an end date for the appointment, and the appointment term must not result in the retired annuitant working more than a combined 960 hours in a fiscal year for all CalPERS employers. If a retired annuitant works more the 960 hours in a fiscal year, he or she must be reinstated. The Personnel Officer may not extend any provisional appointment of a retired annuitant and must ensure the retired annuitant does not exceed the 960 hours limit.
f. The rate of pay for the retired annuitant must be consistent with the pay grade for the vacant position, and he or she may not receive any other benefit, incentive, compensation in lieu of benefits, or other form of compensation in addition to this base rate.

The City ensures the retiree is enrolled as a retired annuitant with CalPERS and that the pay rate and hours worked by the retired annuitant are reported to CalPERS.

C. Acting Appointments to a Higher Class . Acting appointments may be used to fill positions that are vacant or that are temporarily vacant, such as when an employee is on an extended leave of absence. Where applicable, upon the return of the incumbent from leave or disability, the acting appointment shall be immediately terminated, and the appointee shall resume regular duties, compensation and privileges as if the appointee had continued their duties in their regular classification.

Acting appointments shall be subject to the following:

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The higher salary rate payable shall commence immediately if it is known the assignment will last for at least 5 or 4 consecutive working days as described in the paragraph above following the temporary reassignment to the performance of duties of the higher classification. The requirement for the performance of duties of the higher classification shall be placed in writing by the City Manager, or the City Manager’s designee, following a recommendation by the affected Department Head. No employee shall be required to perform any of the duties of a higher classification unless that employee is deemed to possess the minimum qualification of the higher classification by the City Manager, or the City Manager’s designee, as recommended by the affected Department Head.

2. In no case shall an employee serve as an acting appointee more than 960 hours in a fiscal year or six (6) total months, whichever comes first, in a higher classification.

3. An employee appointed in an acting capacity shall be eligible to receive performance increases in the permanent position during the acting appointment but shall not be entitled to performance increases in the position which the employee holds in an acting capacity, other than to address acting pay in accordance with Rule V. Compensation. I. Acting Pay.

4. The City Manager, or the City Manager’s designee, shall obtain the employee’s written consent for the temporary performance of any of the duties of the higher classification beyond a period of twelve (12) working days, prior to an employee assuming or cont inuing the duties and compensation of a higher classification, which consent shall clearly state that it is understood that employee’s salary rate will revert to the salary rate in the employee’s permanent position upon the expiration of the need for the performance of the duties of the higher classification.

D. Emergency Appointment . To meet the immediate requirements of an emergency condition, the Department Head, or any persons so authorized in advance by the City Manager, may employ such persons as may be needed for the duration of the emergency without regard to these Rules. As soo n as possible, such employment will be reported promptly to the Administrative Services Director or designee.

Emergencies are defined as fire, flood, earthquake, or other public calamity, which threatens life or property. The emergency appointee shall be considered a temporary employee and, except as otherwise required by law, shall not be entitled to the rights 720
City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated August 13, 2025 Page | 20 and benefits afforded to employees under these Personnel Rules . In the event that a Retired Annuitant is hired as an emergency employee, the appointment and employment of the Retired Annuitant will be governed by the applicable statutes and regulations of CalPERS or other applicable retirement system, to the extent suc h provisions remain in effect during the emergency . In the event that the City’s rules and procedures on provisional employment are inconsistent with the applicable statutes and regulations governing the employment of retired annuitants, the statutes and regulations shall control.

E. Reinstatement. With the approval of the City Manager , an employee who has completed at least 12 months of service and who has resigned in good standing may be reinstated within one year of the effective date of resignation to a vacant position in the same or comparable class. For purposes of reinstatement, "good standing" shall mean that the employee was not terminated for cause under these R ules, did not resign in lieu of termination, provided at least two- weeks notice of resignation, and was evaluated at least as " Satisfactory" or an equivalent rating on the employee’s last performance evaluation. No credit for former employment shall be granted in computing salary, CALTime, retirement benefits, or other benefits except on the specific written direction of the City Manager at the time of reinstatement.

Such reinstatement action may, at the discretion of the City Manager , take precedence over any eligibility list except a reemployment list. An individual requesting reinstatement is required to successfully complete a bac kground examination and physician’s examination, as set forth in Rule VI.

F. Reemployment. An employee may be appointed from a reemployment list following layoff.

G. Promotion. It is the policy of the City to fill authorized vacant positions based on merit. Insofar as consistent with the best interest of the City, vacancies may be filled by promotion. All employees meeting the qualifications standard of a higher -grade position under the same or different job classification may be considered for promotion. Employees promoted to a new position will start at the salary step determined appropriate by the City Manager. The date of promotion will become the employee’s new anniversary date for performance review and merit salary increase purposes. Employees receiving promotions will be reviewed after six months, one year, and annually thereafter, with the opportunity for the first merit salary increase at the one-year mark.

H. Demotion. The City Manager may voluntarily or involuntarily demote an employee.

No employee will be demoted to a position for which the employee does not possess the minimum qualifications. An employee may also request a voluntary demotion. An employee who possesses the minimum qualifications may request a voluntary demotion to a lower position . An employee requesting a voluntary demotion will submit a memorandum to the employee’s Department Head requesting a voluntary demotion and detailing the reasons for the request . Upon receipt of the request for voluntary demotion, the Department Head will notify the City Manager. If the request for voluntary demotion involves a change from one department to another, both 721
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I. Transfer. The Personnel Officer may transfer an employee from one position to another in the same class or a comparable class at the same salary level. While the Personnel Officer retains the right to order the transfer, consideration will be given to the affected employee's and the Department Head’s wishes.

J. Interactive Process Transfer . As part of the interactive process and in accordance with state and federal law, an employee who is unable to perform the essential functions of the employee’s present classification may be placed in a vacancy in another class that does not result in a promotion without having to participate in the application process, if the employee can perform the essential functions of the vacant position, with or without reasonable accommodation. A transfer as a result of the interactive process may take precedence o ver any active recruitment so long as another employee or a candidate has not accepted a conditional offer for the position.

RULE VIII. NEPOTISM AND CONSENSUAL ROMANTIC RELATIONSHIPS

BETWEEN EMPLOYEES
A. Nepotism.

1. Definitions.
a. Applicant. A person who applies for a position at the City and is not a Current Employee.
b. Change of Status. A change in the legal status or personnel status of one or more Current Employees.
i. Changes in legal status include but are not limited to marriage, divorce, separation, or any such change through which a Current Employee becomes a Family Member or ceases to be a Family Member of another Current Employee.
ii. Changes in personnel status include but are not limited to promotion, demotion, transfer, resignation, retirement or termination of a Current Employee who is a Family Member of another Current Employee.
c. Current Employee. A person who is presently a City employee, or an elected or appointed City official.
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City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated August 13, 2025 Page | 22 d. Direct Supervision. One or more of the following roles, undertaken on a regular, acting, overtime, or other basis shall constitute Direct Supervision:
i. Occupying a position in an employee’s direct line of supervision; or ii. Functional supervision, such as a lead worker, crew leader, or shift supervisor; or
iii. Participating in personnel actions including, but not limited to, appointment, transfer, promotion, demotion, layoff, suspension, termination, assignments, approval of merit increases, evaluations, and grievance adjustments.
e. Family Member. A spouse, domestic partner (registered or not) , parent, parent-in-law, stepparent, legal guardian, sister, half-sister, step-sister, sister-in-law, brother, half-brother, step-brother, brother-in- law, child, step -child, legal ward, daughter -in-law, son -in-law, grandchild, grandparent , niece, nephew, spouse’s ni ece, spouse’s nephew, domestic partner’s child, domestic partner’s niece, or domestic partner’s nephew.
f. Prohibited Conduct . Conduct by Family Members including, but not limited to, one or more of the following:
i. Participation directly or indirectly in the recruitment or selection process for a position for which a Family Member is an Applicant. ii. Direct Supervision of a Family Member that does not comply with limitations set forth in this Section;
iii. Conduct by one or more Family Members that has an adverse effect on supervision, safety, security or morale.

2. Department Head Authority . Department Heads are authorized to make initial determinations under this Rule, after reviewing the situation with the Human Resources and Risk Manager . Should the Department Head be related to the employee/applicant in question, the City Manager shall appoint another Department Head to execute the responsibilities under this Rule.

3. Applicants for Employment.
a. No qualified Applicant may be denied the right to file an application for employment and compete in the examination process. However, consistent with this Section, the City may reasonably regulate, condition, or prohibit the employment of an Applicant for a full -time position.
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City of Wildomar Personnel Rules and Regulations – Updated August 13, 2025 Page | 23 b. Disclosure of Relationship. Each Applicant is required to disclose the identity of any Family Member who is a Current Employee. c. Review of Department Head . For each Applicant who has a Family Member who is a Current Employee, the Department Head shall assess, and review with the Human Resources and Risk Manager, whether any of the following circumstances exist:
i. Business reasons of supervision, safety, security or morale warrant the City’s refusal to place the Applicant under Direct Supervision by the Family Member; or
ii. Business reasons of supervision, security, or morale that involve potential conflicts of interest or other hazards that are greater for Family Members than for other employees, which warrant the City’s refusal to permit employment of Family Members in the same department, division, or facility.
d. Decision of the Department Head. If the Department Head determines that either of the above circumstances exist, the Department Head shall exercise his or her discretion, after review with the Human Resources and Risk Manager, to either reject the Applicant or consider the Applicant for employment in a position that does not present either of the above circumstances.
i. Following examination, if the Applicant is successfully certified as eligible pursuant to Rule VI, they may be employed in a position for which the Department Head has determined that neither
circumstance exists pursuant to Rule VII.A.3.c.
ii. When an eligible Applicant is refused appointment by virtue of this Rule, their name shall remain on the eligibility list for openings in the same classification. For each opening, the Department Head shall make a determination consistent with Rule VII.A.3.c.

4. Guidelines for Current Employees.
a. Employees shall report a Change of Status to the Department Head and the Human Resources and Risk Manager within a reasonable time after the effective date of the Change of Status. Wherever feasible, Employees shall report a Change of Status in advance of the effective date.
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i. The Department Head shall make a good faith effort to regulate, transfer, condition or assign duties in such a way as to minimize potential problems of supervision, safety, security, or morale. ii. Notwithstanding the above provisions, the City retains the right to exercise its discretion to determine that the potential for creating an adverse impact on supervision, safety, security, or morale cannot be sufficiently minimized and to take further acti on as set forth in Rule VII.A.5.b.

5. Monitoring by Department Head.
a. Following a Change of Status or new hire of a Family Member, affected Department Heads shall reasonably monitor and regulate both Family Members’ conduct and performance for a period of one year from the date of the Department Head’s determination. The Department Head shall document these actions. Successive Department Heads may re- visit such a determination at their discretion.
b. If the Department Head determines, subject to any applicable requirements of due process, that an employee has engaged in Prohibited Conduct, the Department Head shall reevaluate the Department Head’s prior determination, and may take one or more of the following additional measures:
i. Transfer one of the Family Members to a similar position that would not be in violation of this policy. The transfer will be granted provided the Family Member qualifies and there is an opening to be filled. There can be no guarantee that the new position will be within the same classification or at the same salary level. ii. If the situation cannot be resolved by transfer, one of the Family Members must separate from City employment. If one of the employees does not voluntarily resign, the employee with primary responsibility for the Prohibited Conduct will be discharged. c. Department Heads who receive complaints from other employees that one or more Family Members has engaged in Prohibited Conduct shall respond in accordance with existing complaint and disciplinary procedures, where applicable.
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6. Appeal of Department Head Determination. Current Employees and Applicants affected by the application of this Rule, may appeal the action of the Department Head to the City Manager within ten days of the action. The City Manager shall hear the individual’s concerns and issue a written decision within 30 days of the receipt of the individual’s appeal. The decision of t he City Manager is final, and no other appeal may be had unless the employee is entitled to further administrative appeal under other provisio ns of these Rules.

7. Employee Complaints. Employees who believe that they have been adversely affected by Prohibited Conduct by one or more Family Member should submit complaints to a Department Head or to the Personnel Officer.

8. Savings Clause. Should any provision of this Rule, or any application thereof, be unlawful by virtue of any federal, state, or local laws and regulations, or by court decision, such provision shall be effective and implemented only to the extent permitted by such law, regulation or court decision, but in all other aspects, the provisions of this Section shall continue in full force and effect.

B. Consensual Romantic Relationships Between Employees.

1. General. Consensual romantic or sexual relationships between City employees can lead to misunderstandings, complaints of favoritism, adverse effects on employee morale, and possible claims of sexual harassment during or after termination of the relationship. As a result, such relationships present existing or potential conflicts that adversely affect the efficient operation of the City. Relationships that present an actual conflict under this Rule are therefore prohibited.

2. Application. This section shall apply to all City employees, regardless of gender or sexual orientation, who have a romantic or sexual relationship with another City employee. The provisions of Section A of this R ule regarding nepotism shall govern employees who marry or become domestic partners with another City employee.

3. Definition of Conflict. For purposes of this section, a conflict exists if business issues of supervision, safety, security, and/or morale would be impacted by a romantic or sexual relationship between two employees.

4. Supervisor’s Duty to Report. If a romantic or sexual relationship exists between a Supervisor and another employee (including another Supervisor), the Supervisor shall promptly disclose the relationship to the Personnel Officer and request a determination as to whether the relationship presents a conflict. The disclosure must identify the names and positions of both employees. A Supervisor’s failure to comply with this section shall be grounds for discipline up to and including termination.
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5. Determination by City Manager . Within five working days, the City Manager shall issue a written determination as to whether the relationship presents a conflict and is thereby prohibited. The City Manager shall have exclusive discretion in making the determination.

6. Resolution of Conflicts. Subject to limitations imposed by the Municipal Code and applicable provisions of these Rules, the City Manager will attempt in good faith to work with the Supervisor and the other employee to consider options to eliminate the conflict, including removing the Supervisory authority that created the conflict, reassignment, transfer or voluntary demotion of a Supervisory employee, or where the City Manager determines that modification of a Supervisor’s assignment is not feasible, reass ignment, transfer or voluntary demotion of a non- Supervisory employee. The City Manager retains discretion to determine that the conflict may be resolved via voluntary resignation or termination only.

7. Prohibited On-Duty Conduct. All City employees are prohibited from engaging in intimate, physical, or other conduct in furtherance of a romantic or sexual relationship with another City employee at work locations , including off -site meetings, conferences, and similar activities . Moreover, upon termination of a sexual or romantic relationship with another City employee, employees are prohibited from engaging in behavior that adversely affects the working conditions of any City employee. In general, all employees are expected to observe appropriate standards of workplace conduct in their interactions with other City employees.

8. Complaints. Employees who believe that they have been adversely affected by romantic or sexual relationships between City employees should follow the complaint procedures provided under the City’s Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Prevention Policy. The complaint procedures are available to all employees regardless of their past or present participation in a romantic or sexual relationship with another City employee.

C. Management Rights. The City Manager shall have the final authority to interpret these rules and to make all decisions regarding nepotism and consensual romantic relationships and staffing changes as a result of nepotism or consensual romantic relationships.

RULE IX. REPORTS AND RECORDS
A. Maintenance of Personnel Files . A personnel history folder shall be kept for each employee. Confidential medical records will be maintained in a separate file from other personnel files . The personnel history folders shall be maintained by the Human Resources and Risk Manager or designee, and shall contain a record of date of employment, promotions, performance reviews, disciplinary actions and such other information as the City Manager, or City Manager’s designee, shall prescribe. 727
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B. Review and Access of Personnel Files . Personnel records are confidential and, unless otherwise required by law, access to personnel records will be limited to current or former employees, authorized representatives of current or former employees, and authorized representatives of the City . Rights to access, inspect, and copy personnel records, as well as applicable procedures and limits upon such rights shall be consistent with the law.

An individual who is not a current employee, wishing to review or access their personnel file must submit such request in writing to the Human Resources and Risk Manager, or designee. The Human Resources and Risk Manager, or designee, will schedule a date and time with the individual to review their personnel file. The date and time will be at reasonable intervals and at reasonable times, but not later than 30 calendar days from the date the employer receives a written request, unless the former employee, or their representative, and the employer agree in writing to a date beyond 30 calendar days to inspect the records, and the agreed-upon date does not exceed 35 calendar days from the employer’s receipt of the written request , in accordance with Labor Code 1198.5. Upon request, the employee shall receive an electronic copy of any materials in the personnel file, however, paper copies may be provided so long as the cost for such copies is paid by the requester. The requester shall be provided with a copy of any statement written for inclusion in the former employee's personnel file concerning the employee's conduct or performance.

Current employees have access to their personnel file electronically at all times. If the employee feels there are items missing in their personnel file, they shall follow the process outlined above to review all items with the Human Resources and Risk Manager, or designee.

The Human Resources and Risk Manager, or designee, may reveal the following information regarding an employee, or former employee, in response to outside inquiries:

1. Employee's name.

2. Classification title and department.

3. Status.

4. Salary Range.

5. Hire date and/or termination date.

This information is a matter of public record and is available to anyone.

C. Current Address. Employees are required to notify the Human Resources and Risk Manager of any change of name, address, or telephone number within five calendar days of change.
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Except as otherwise required by law, the City will not provide any information to any requestor beyond the neutral referenc e outlined in this section. No other employee is authorized to provide such written or verbal references or recommendations for former or current employees. Further, no other employee is authorized to respond to questions from persons outside the City about former or current employees regarding their work performance. This section does not prohibit the City, upon City Manager’s approval, from providing letters of recommendation for current, or former, employees to assist such employees in their applications for post -secondary education admission purposes.

E. Destruction of Records . Upon approval of the City Attorney, records relating to personnel may be destroyed as prescribed by law.

RULE X. PROFESSIONALISM
A. Workplace Conduct. Employees shall maintain a courteous, respectful and professional demeanor at all times. Timely attendance, responsiveness to the public, adherence to the chain of command, and respectful interactions with coworkers, management, contractors, vendors, and the public are required. Harmful gossip, insubordination, and disruptive behavior are grounds for discipline. The wearing of headphones or similar devices during in- person meetings or interacting with the public or other staff in-person is considered unprofessional conduct.

B. Appearance. All City employees are expected to present a professional appearance to the public and colleagues. Attire should be neat, clean, and appropriate for the work being performed. The City Manager reserves the right to determine acceptable standards and may require changes, as needed. Clothing that is excessively casual, has offensive language or graphics, reveals undergarments, and unprofessional accessories are prohibited.

RULE XI. PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS
A. Policy. It is the policy of the City that regular evaluations be made as to the efficiency, competency, conduct and merit of its employees. To this end, it is the responsibility of the City Manager, the Department Heads , and their subordinate supervisors that these evaluations be completed. It is the responsibility of the Personnel Officer to provide and prescribe the forms and procedures to be used in such evaluations of performance and to assist in the training of supervisory personnel so that the 729
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B. Authority to Make Evaluations . The City Manager or their designee shall have the authority to prepare performance evaluations. The City Manager, or designee may, however, delegate such authority to such subordinate supervisory employees who are most familiar with work of the employees to be evaluated, provided that the City Manager, or designee, shall review and approve all performance evaluations of personnel under their jurisdiction.

C. Time for Performance Evaluation. An annual performance evaluation may be prepared and received before the employee's salary anniversary date, and shall evaluate the employee's performance in the last year. If the employee receives a rating of (or equivalent to) "improvement needed" or " unsatisfactory" in the employee’s annual performance evaluation, their supervisor shall be responsible for conducting an additional performance evaluation three months from receiving such rating and again three months subsequent to that. In addition, the employee may be given a performance evaluation at any other time during the year at the discretion of the appointing authority.

D. Postponement of Performance Evaluation. Unless otherwise required by law, the use of any leave of absence in excess of 30 consecutive days shall cause the date of the employee's performance evaluation to be extended by the same period of time that the employee was absent.

E. Review with the Department Head. A performance evaluation must be submitted for review by, and be approved by, the Department Head before the performance evaluation is provided to or discussed with an employee.

F. Review with Employee . Each performance evaluation shall be presented by the supervisor who prepared it and discussed with the employee. The employee shall sign the evaluation to acknowledge its contents. Such signature shall not necessarily mean the employee endorses the content of the evaluation. Employees may not appeal or grieve the contents of a performance evaluation or the rating(s) received by the employee. Employees who disagree with the contents of their performance evaluation shall have the right to attach a written statement explaining the basis of their disagreement to the performance evaluation.

G. Retention of Performance Evaluation. After review and approval of the appointing authority, the performance evaluation, as well as any written statement provided by the employee, shall be made a part of the employee's personnel file.

H. Effects of "Improvement Needed" and "Unsatisfactory" Ratings.

1. Any employee who receives an "unsatisfactory" or "improvement needed" rating will not receive any merit salary increase during the period following the report, except as provided in Rule XI.H.2.
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2. If an employee who has been denied a merit salary increase improves their performance to such an extent that the appointing authority believes a merit salary increase is now justified, the appointing authority shall indicate the improvement on a report of performance form and may specifically award a merit salary increase. Additionally, in awarding the merit salary increase under this subsection, the appointing authority may change the merit salary increase anniversary date to the date of the award of the merit salary increase or may permit the anniversary date to remain the same. Any merit salary increase awarded under this subsection shall not be made retroactive.

RULE XII. WORKWEEK, HOURS OF WORK AND OVERTIME
A. FLSA Classification. The Personnel Officer shall designate those positions which are exempted from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act ("FLSA") based on an assessment of the duties of each position. This designation will be expressed in the job description for the position.

B. Work Schedules and Workweek. The City Work Schedules include a standard 5/8 schedule and an alternative 4/10 schedule.

1. Alternative 4/10 Workweek and Work Schedule.
a. The City has adopted a 4/10 work schedule for most employees, which consists of ten hours per day, four days per week.
b. Employees assigned to work a 4/10 work schedule will work either Monday through Thursday with Fridays off or Tuesday through Friday with Mondays off. At the direction of the City Manager, some employees may be required to work a different schedule due to the requirements of their job classifications or department responsibilities.
c. The workweek for employees assigned to a 4/10 work schedule shall be seven consecutive 24-hour periods, starting at 12:00 a.m. on Saturday and ending at 11:59 p.m. on the following Friday. Time worked by non-exempt employees in excess of 40 hours in a workweek shall constitute overtime.

2. Standard Workweek and Work Schedule.
a. The standard 5/8 work schedule consists of eight hours per day, five days per week.
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c. The workweek for employees on the standard work schedule shall be seven consecutive 24-hour periods, starting at 12:00a.m. on Saturday and ending at 11:59 p.m. on the following Friday. Time worked by non-exempt employees in excess of 40 hours in a workweek shall constitute overtime.

C. Recording of Work Hours. All employees are required to report their time using the prescribed timekeeping program. In the absences of any clocking -in/out system, employee time from 1 to 7 minutes shall be rounded down, and thus not counted as hours worked, but employee time from 8 to 14 minutes must be rounded up and counted as a quarter hour of work time.

D. Daily Hours of Work/Shifts . Daily hours of work or shifts for employees within departments shall be assigned by Department Heads as required to meet the operational requirements of such departments. The City reserves the right to regulate and/or change the designation of the specif ic hours or days to be worked by any employee, and no such change in the scheduling of days or hours worked shall be deemed to constitute overtime, provided the total number of hours and days does not exceed those specified as constituting the standard work year, work period, workweek and workday hereunder.

E. Changes in Work Schedules . The City reserves the right to establish and modify work schedules in order to meet the varying needs of the different City departments. Except in the case of an emergency, Department Heads must provide employees with reasonable notice before changing an employee’s work schedule. If the needs of the City require that a position be assigned to work a different work schedule or have a different workweek than set forth in this s ection, the City Manager, in consultation with the Department Head, may designate the work schedule and workweek for employees in that position in writing. Any additional alternative workweeks shall be desig nated by administrative policy adopted by the City Manager.

F. Meal Periods. Non-exempt employees are entitled to unpaid meal periods during which they shall be entirely relieved of responsibilities and restrictions. Such time shall not constitute hours worked.

1. Non-exempt employees shall be entitled to a 60- minute unpaid meal period during each work shift which e quals or e xceeds 8 hours ; non- exempt employees shall be entitled to a 30- minute unpaid meal period during each work shift which exceeds 5 hours but is less than 8 hours.

2. Supervisors shall schedule meal periods to ensure appropriate coverage.

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G. Rest Periods. Except where unusual operational demands prevent a rest break, non- exempt employees are entitled to two 15-minute paid rest periods during each work shift which equals or exceeds 8 hours, or one 15-minute paid rest period during each work shift which equals or exceeds 4 hours, but is less than 8 hours . Rest periods shall not be combined or added to employees’ meal periods. Rest periods shall also not be added to the beginning or end of an employee’s shift.

H. Overtime. Non-exempt employees shall be entitled to overtime at the rate of one and one-half of their regular hourly rate of pay for each hour worked in excess of 40 hours in any one workweek. Employees are not entitled to compensatory time off in lieu of overtime. Exempt employees are not eligible to receive overtime compensation.

1. Calculation of Hours Worked . For the purposes of overtime compensation, "hours worked" shall only include those periods of time that the employee is required to be on duty or to be on the City's premises or at a prescribed workplace, and all time during which an employee is suffered or permitted to work. As such, paid time off, including for example, time spent on a paid leave of absence, sick leave, holidays and CALTime , as well as time assigned as standby duty, shall not be included in the calculation of hours worked.

2. Approval of Overtime. It is the policy of the City to avoid the necessity for overtime work whenever possible. Employees shall take reasonable measures wherever feasible to avoid the need for work to be performed outside of their regularly scheduled shifts.

Employees shall not perform work outside of their regularly scheduled shifts or in excess of 40 hours in a workweek unless requested to do so by their Department Head or with advance written authorization from their Department Head. This requirement applies to, but is not limited to:
a. Work performed before the start of the shift;
b. Work performed during meal periods;
c. Work performed after the end of the shift; and
d. Other work performed "off the clock" including work performed at home.

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RULE XIII. LEAVES OF ABSENCE
A. Effect of Leave of Absence.

1. Effect of Leave of Absence on Employment Benefits.
a. Fully Paid Leave. Unless otherwise required by law, an employee on a leave of absence who continues to receive full compensation through the use of their accrued leave banks , or in conjunction with workers’ compensation, short-term or long- term disability, or paid parental leave, will continue to receive full employment benefits. Such employment benefits may include, but are not limited to, the accrual of paid leaves, accrual of seniority, and cafeteria contributions which remain at the rate the employee would receive if the employee was working their normal work schedule.
b. Partially Paid Leave. Unless otherwise required by law, an employee on a paid leave of absence who is receiving less than full compensation from the City through the use of the employee’s accrued paid leaves, including workers’ compensation, short-term or long- term disability leave , or paid parental leave, shall receive a prorated share of their employment benefits, including, but not limited to, the accrual of paid leaves, cafeteria contributions, or supplemental pay , when only partially paid leave has been received for two consecutive workweeks.
c. Unpaid Leave. Unless otherwise required by law, an employee on an unpaid leave of absence shall not accrue any employment benefits, including, but not limited to, the accrual of paid leaves, accrual of seniority, cafeteria contributions, and supplemental pay , when unpaid leave has been used for at least 40 hours in a pay period.

2. Effect of Leave on Performance Evaluations and Merit Increases . Unless otherwise required by law, the use of any leave of absence in excess of 30 consecutive days shall cause the date of the employee's performance evaluation, and merit increase, if relevant, to be extended by the same period of time that the employee was absent.

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C. Holidays.

All full-time employees are eligible to receive paid holiday leave under this section.

Part-time employees and temporary employees are not eligible for paid holiday leave under this section.

Employees scheduled to work on a holiday listed below will receive pay for actual hours worked as if it were not a holiday in accordance with the Rules , whether that is straight time or overtime as determined in Rule XII. Workweek, Hour of Work and Overtime, in addition to 8 or 10 hours (as described below) of holiday pay. Holiday pay provide d under this Rule does not consti tute hours worked. Banked holiday hours will no longer be accrued.

1. Holidays Observed for Employees on a 5/8 Work Schedule. As provided in Section B.2. of Rule X II, employees work ing a 5/8 work schedule, that are regularly scheduled Monday through Friday of each week with occasional Saturdays, shall receive 8 hours of pay for holidays observed and recognized under this subsection. Such employees are entitled to the following days as recognized and observed paid holidays:
a. New Year's Day (January 1)
b. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
c. Presidents' Day
d. Memorial Day
e. Independence Day (July 4)
f. Labor Day
g. Veterans Day (November 11)
h. Thanksgiving Day
i. Day after Thanksgiving Day
j. Each working day of the last calendar week of each calendar year, commencing December 24 and ending December 31

2. Holidays Observed for Employees on a 4/10 Work Schedule. As provided in Section B.1. of Rule X II, employees working a 4/10 work schedule shall receive 10 hours of pay for holidays listed under this subsection. 4th of July
The 4th of July will be a paid holiday only if it lands on a regularly scheduled workday for the employee.

Day After Thanksgiving
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Winter Break
Each working day commencing December 24 and ending December 31, as well as New Year’s Day (January 1) immediately following December 31, shall be recognized as a paid holiday.

Additional Holidays
Employees working a 4/10 work schedule are entitled to the following days as recognized paid holidays, so long as the day does not land on a Saturday or Sunday. Employees working Tuesday through Friday, if a holiday lands on a Monday, the holiday shall be observed on the Tuesday immediately following the holiday.
a. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
b. Presidents' Day
c. Memorial Day
d. Labor Day
e. Thanksgiving Day
D. Comprehensive Annual Leave
Comprehensive Annual Leave (CAL time) is to ensure that all employees have an adequate amount of time off each year for rest and relaxation, personal business, or personal/family illness. All full-time employees earn CAL time from the date of hire.

Part-time employees are not eligible for CAL time; however, they will continue to receive sick leave in accordance with state and federal laws as further detailed in section E of this Rule.

1. Computation of CAL Time
Employees covered by this plan will earn CAL time from the date of hire using the following accrual rates, prorated each pay period, as outlined below.

Months of
Continuous
Employment
CAL Time
Hours
(Annually)
Biweekly Accrual
Rate
(hours per pay period)
Maximum
Accumulation
(hours)
0 - 60 176 6.77 480
61 - 120 216 8.31 480
121+ 256 9.85 480
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2. Procedure for Use of CAL Time
Whenever possible, employees should request time off at least two weeks in advance, however, the advance notice does not guarantee the time off request will be approved. Supervisors, managers , and directors will make every effort to approve requests for time off, while ensuring business priorities are being met.

When an employee is unable to request time off in advance, such as for an illness or emergency, the employee shall notify their supervisor prior to the start of their shift, or as soon as reasonably practicable.

Any employee absent for more than five (5) consecutive work days due to illness or accident may, at the discretion of their supervisor and in coordination with human resources, be required to provide a medical certificate from the employee’s medical provider indicating the day(s) of the illness/injury and that the illness/injury prevented the employee from being able to work.

An employee off work or contemplating to be off work due to illness or injury for an extended period equivalent to two (2) workweeks or more shall provide a medical certificate statement as to length of absence from the employee's health care provider stating the employee is either unable to work, or specifically describing any restrictions or light duty requirements.

If a holiday falls on a workday during an employee's CAL time, that day shall be considered as a paid holiday and not CAL time.

3. CAL Time Voluntary Cashout
So long as the employee has at least forty (40) hours of CAL time remaining after any cashout, an employee may cash out up to forty (40) hours of CAL time twice a year, for a maximum of 80 hours of CAL time per calendar year.

The times at which CAL time may be cashed out will be determined by the City’s Administrative Services Department. CAL time cashout shall be paid at the employee's base rate of pay at the time of the conversion. Each employee eligible for CAL time benefit under this section shall make an election no later than December 31 of each calendar year, as to whether the employee wishes to cash out CAL time accrued and unused during the subsequent calendar year. Should the employee elect to cash out their CAL time and they do not have 40 hours remaining after the cashout, their election will default to the available amount that would provide 40 hours of CAL time remaining. Such an election is irrevocable. If an employee fails to make an election as required b y this subsection, such failure will be treated as an 737
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4. CAL Time Cashout at Termination
At termination of employment for any reason, the City shall compensate the employee for the employee's accumulated, but unused, CAL time at the employee's base rate of pay at the time of termination.

E. Sick Leave for Part-Time and Temporary Employees

1. Applicability. This section applies to part-time and temporary employees only.

The City provides paid sick leave to part-time and temporary employees as required under California law. This section does not apply to retired annuitants working for the City.

2. Definitions.
a. Hours Worked. Hours worked shall include all time when a part -time or temporary employee is required to be on duty or to be on the City’s premises or at a prescribed workplace, and all time when a part -time or temporary employee is suffered or permitted to work. Paid sick time is not considered time worked.
b. Family member means any of the following: a child (which means a biological child, adopted child, foster child, stepchild, legal ward, or a child to whom the employee stands in loco parentis. This definition of a child is applicable regardless of age or dependency status), a parent (which means a biological parent, adoptive parent, foster parent, stepparent, legal guardian of an employee or registered domestic partner, or person who stood in loco parentis when the employee was a minor child), a parent-in- law, a spouse, a registered domestic partner, a grandparent, a grandchild, a sibling, or a designated person (which means a person identified by the employee at the time the employee requests paid sick leave. The City limits the employee to one designated person per 12-month period for paid sick leave).

3. Paid Sick Leave.
a. Eligibility for Sick Paid Sick Leave . Part-time and temporary employees are eligible for paid sick leave after they work for the City for at least thirty (30) days within a calendar year. Part-time and temporary employees who work fewer than thirty (30) days within a calendar year are not eligible for paid sick leave.
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i. Part-time and temporary employees regularly scheduled to work 10 hours per day shall accrue paid sick leave at the rate of 3.58 hours for each pay period, resulting in 5 0 hours /5 working days by the employee’s 200th day of employment. Once the part-time or temporary employee has accrued 50 hours of sick leave in a 12- month period, regardless of how much has been used, they will not accrue any additional leave until their annual hire date anniversary, at which time their accruals will begin again under this policy.
ii. Part-time and temporary employees regularly scheduled to work 8 hours per day or less shall accrue paid sick leave at the rate of 2.86 hours for each pay period, resulting in 40 hours/5 working days by the employee’s 200th day of employment. Once the part-time or temporary employee has accrued 40 hours of sick leave in a 12- month period, regardless of how much has been used, they will not accrue any additional leave until their annual hire date anniversary, at which time their accruals will begin again under this policy.

c. Qualification Period Prior to Use of Paid Sick Leave. Part-time and temporary employees are entitled to use their accrued paid sick leave only after completing ninety (90) days of employment. Part-time and temporary employees who work fewer than 90 days are not entitled to take any paid sick leave.
d. Notice of Accrued Paid Sick Leave . All accrued paid sick leave will be reflected on each part-time and temporary employee’s paystub, including the balance of paid sick leave available.
e. No Advance of Paid Sick Leave. The City will not “advance” or “lend” paid sick leave to a part -time or temporary employee before it has been accrued.
f. Sick Time Rate of Pay . Part-time and temporary employees shall be compensated for paid sick leave at their regular rate of pay for the position and schedule in which paid sick leave is utilized.
g. Annual Paid Sick Leave Use Limit . Part-time and temporary employees may use up to 40 hours or five days, whichever is more, of accrued paid sick leave during a calendar year.
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j. Permitted Use of Sick Leave. Upon the oral or written request of a part - time or a temporary employee, the City shall permit the part -time or temporary employee to use accrued paid sick leave for the following purposes:
• Diagnosis, care, or treatment of an existing health condition of, or preventative care for, an employee or an employee’s family member.
• Part-time and temporary employees who are victims of crime, abuse, or qualifying act of violence may take time off as paid sick leave to obtain or attempt to obtain any relief. Relief includes, but is not limited to, a temporary restraining order, restraining order, or other injunctive relief, to help ensure the health, safety, or welfare of the employee or their child.
• Part-time and temporary employees who are victims of crime, abuse, or qualifying act of violence may take time off as paid sick leave to seek medical attention for injuries caused by crime or abuse; to obtain services from a domestic violence shelter, program, rape crisis center, or victim services organization or agency as a result of the crime or abuse; to obtain psychological counseling or mental health services related to an experience of crime or abuse; or to participate in safety planning and take other actions to increase safety from future crime or abuse, including temporary or permanent relocation.
k. Request for Use of Paid Sick Leave.
• A part-time or temporary employee shall contact the employee’s immediate supervisor prior to or within one hour of the commencement of their work shift to report the need for paid sick leave. If no immediate supervisor is available, an employee shall contact the Department Head. Consideration shall be given to emergency situations that restrict the employee from contacting the employee’s immediate supervisor within the first hour of work including, but not limited to: accident, injury, or hospitalization. I n such emergency situations, an employee shall contact the employee’s supervisor as soon as practicable.
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• A part-time or temporary employee is not responsible for searching for or finding another employee to cover the employee’s shift in order to use paid sick leave.
l. Any employee absent for more than five (5) consecutive work days due to illness or accident may, at the discretion of their supervisor and in coordination with human resources, be required to provide a medical certificate from the employee’s medical provider indicating the day(s) of the illness/injury and that the illness/injury prevented the employee from being able to work.
m. Unused Paid Sick Leave. No part-time or temporary employee shall be compensated for or allowed to exhaust any accrued paid sick leave upon resignation, including retirement, termination, layoff, or death. n. Reinstatement of Unused Paid Sick Leave. Unused accrued paid sick leave for part -time or temporary employees at termination shall be reinstated upon return to active status occurring within no more than twelve (12) months of termination. For part-time or temporary employees who return to the City within twelve (12) months from their previous separation, days worked prior to the previous separation will count toward the ninety (90) day qualification period.
o. Paid Sick Leave Accrual Upon Promotion to Full -Time Employee Status.

If a part -time or temporary employee is promoted to full -time employee, the employee’s accrued unpaid sick leave shall be converted to CAL time. p. Records Documenting Hours Worked and Paid Sick Leave Accrued and Used. The City shall keep records documenting the hours worked and paid sick leave accrued and used by a part -time or temporary employee for three (3) years.
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F. Bereavement Leave.

1. Eligibility and Available Leave. An employee is eligible to receive leave under this section if the employee has been employed by the City for at least thirty (30) days prior to commencement of leave. If an employee loses an immediate family member, as defined in this section below, the employee will be allowed to take up to five (5) days of leave per death . Leave days under this section need not be consecutive but shall be completed within three months of the date of death of the immediate family member . The City may request verification of death as permitted under the law.

2. Pay While on Leave. Each employee is eligible to receive up to 40 hours of pay per rolling 12-month period while on bereavement leave as provided in this section. These 40 hours of pay for bereavement leave shall not be chargeable to any other leave balance. Once an employee exhausts available pay under this section, such employee may use other available accrued paid leave to receive pay during additional bereavement leave.

3. Immediate Family Member. For purposes of this section, immediate family shall mean father, father -in-law, mother, mother -in-law, stepparent, brother, half-brother, brother-in-law, stepbrother, half-sister, sister-in-law, stepsister, spouse, domestic partner, child, stepchild , grandparent, grandchild, legal guardian or legal ward.

G. Military Leave. Military leave with or without pay shall be granted in accordance with Section 395 of the California Military and Veteran's Code and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act. In addition, leave for military exigency or military caregiver shall be granted in accordance with the Family and Medical Leave Act, as set forth in the City's FMLA/CFRA/PDL Administrative Policy.

H. Victims of Qualifying Act of Violence. Employees who are victims of, or an immediate family member of a victim of crime, abuse, or qualifying act of violence may take time off to obtain or attempt to obtain any relief. Relief includes, but is not limited to, a temporary restraining order, restraining order, or other injunctive relief, to help ensure the health, safety, or welfare of the employee or their child.

Employees who are victims of, or an immediate family member of a victim of crime, abuse, or qualifying act of violence may take time off to seek medical attention for injuries caused by crime or abuse; to obtain services from a domestic violence shelter, program, rape crisis center, or victim services organization or agency as a result of the crime or abuse; to obtain psy chological counseling or mental health services related to an experience of crime or abuse; or to participate in safety 742
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Time taken off for this purpose is unpaid, however, you may use any available leave balances.

I. Jury Duty.

An employee summoned for jury duty will immediately notify the employee’s department head. While serving on a jury, an employee will be given a leave of absence with pay for the duration of the employee’s jury duty. Such leave of absence with pay is conditional upon the employee returning to work upon their dismissal each day to complete their normal workday, as required at the employee’s department head’s sole discretion. Employees who fail to return to work , as required by their department head, are required to use other accrued paid leaves for that period of the employee's absence. Such leave is also conditional upon the employee's conveyance to the City of any compensation received as a juror, not including any travel allowance received.

J. Pregnancy Disability Leave. Employees who are disabled due to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions shall be granted leave in accordance with the full provisions governing such leave set forth in an administrative policy and in accordance with the law.

K. Family Care and Medical Leave. Employees shall be granted family care or medical leave in accordance with the Family Medical Leave Act and the California Family Rights Act. The full provisions governing such leave will be set forth in an administrative policy.

L. Reproductive Loss Leave. Upon completion of thirty (30) days of employment with the City, all employees are eligible to receive reproductive loss leave as provided in this section.

1. Definitions applicable to this section.
a. Reproductive loss event: means the day or, for a multiple- day event, the final day of a failed adoption, failed surrogacy, miscarriage, stillbirth, or an unsuccessful assisted reproduction.
b. Failed adoption: means the dissolution or breach of an adoption agreement with the birth mother or legal guardian, or an adoption that is not finalized because it is contested by another party. This event applies to any person who would have been the parent if the adopt ion was completed.
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d. Miscarriage: means a miscarriage by a person, by the person’s current spouse or domestic partner, or by another individual if the person would have been a parent of a child born as a result of the pregnancy. e. Stillbirth: means a stillbirth resulting from a person’s pregnancy, the pregnancy of a person’s current spouse or domestic partner, or another individual, if the person would have been a parent of a child born as a result of the pregnancy that ended in stillbirth.
f. Unsuccessful assisted reproduction : means an unsuccessful round of intrauterine insemination or of an assisted reproductive technology procedure. This event applies to a person, the person’s current spouse or domestic partner, or another individual, if the person would have been a parent of a child born as a result of the pregnancy.

2. Leave Entitlement. An employee is entitled to receive up to five (5) days of unpaid leave under this section following a reproductive loss event. If an employee experiences more than one reproductive loss event within a twelve (12)-month period, the City will grant additional reproductive loss leave, under this section, up to twenty (20) days within a twelve (12) month period. An employee may use leave entitlement under this section nonconsecutively.

Except as otherwise provided in subsection 3 “Impact of Other Leave” below, leave under this section shall be completed within three (3) months of the reproductive loss event.

3. Impact of Other Leave. If prior to or immediately following a reproductive loss event, an employee is on or chooses to go on leave under Rules XIII(J) or XIII(K), or any other leave entitlement under state or federal law, the employee shall complete leave under this section within three (3) months of the end date of the other leave.

4. Use of Accrued Paid Leave. An employee may use CAL leave, sick leave, or other leave that is otherwise available to the employee to receive compensation while on leave under this section.

5. Nonretaliation. Noninterference. The City will not retaliate against an employee, including imposing any disciplinary action, because of the employee’s exercise of the right for leave under this section or an employee giving information or testimony as to their own reproductive loss leave, or another person’s reproductive loss leave. Further, the City will not interfere with, restrain, or deny the exercise of, or the attempt to exercise, any right provided under this section.
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6. Confidentiality Provision . The City will maintain the confidentiality of any employee requesting leave under this section. Any information provided to the City pursuant to this section will be maintained as confidential and will not be disclosed except, as necessary, to internal personnel, legal counsel, or as may otherwise be required by law.

M. Leave of Absence Without Pay. In accordance with the procedures in this section, a temporary unpaid leave of absence for a defined period may be considered because of illness or disability not protected by law, or for other reason deemed acceptable at the City’s sole discretion. The department director may approve up to two weeks of leave without pay. Any amount of leave without pay beyond two weeks must be approved by the City Manager or their designee. This section does not govern leave protected by the law.

1. Exhaustion of Paid Leaves.
a. Non-medical Leave of Absence Without Pay . An employee requesting leave under this section for nonmedical reasons is required to fully exhaust all of their paid leaves, except sick leave, in order to be eligible to receive a leave of absence without pay.
b. Medical Leave of Absence Without Pay . An employee requesting leave under this section for medical reasons is required to fully exhaust all of their paid leaves, including sick leave, in order to be eligible to receive a leave of absence without pay.

2. Accrual of Benefits. Leave of absence without pay shall not be construed as a break in service or employment, and rights accrued at the time leave is granted shall be retained by the employee; however, CAL time , sick leave (where applicable), increases in salary, health benefit allotments, allowances and other similar benefits shall not accrue to a person granted such leave during the period of absence. An employee reinstated after leave of absence without pay shall receive the same step in the salary range the employee received when they began their leave of absence. Time spent on such leave without pay shall not count toward service for increases within the salary range, and the employee's salary anniversary date shall be set forward by an amount equal to the days of unpaid leave taken by the employee.

Failure of the employee to return to their employment upon the termination of any authorized leave of absence shall constitute an automatic termination from City service of that employee, unless such leave is extended.

N. Administrative Leave. As compensation for the unique nature of their jobs, including after-hours meetings or work, the City provides Administrative Leave as described below to Executive, Management and General positions classified as exempt on the City’s Pay Plan. Administrative Leave amounts are subject to modification from time to time at the City’s sole discretion, as follows:
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1. Employees in the Executive classification shall receive 80 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year.

2. Employees in the M anagement classification shall receive 60 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year.

3. Employees in the General classification which are classified as exempt shall receive 20 hours of Administrative Leave per fiscal year.

The City Manager shall have the authority to grant Administrative Leave to any employee in recognition of additional hours worked, extraordinary service, or to otherwise meet City needs.

Administrative Leave shall be credited and vest on July 1st of each year. New eligible employees shall be credited with a prorated number of Administrative Leave hours based on the number of months remaining in their first fiscal year as an eligible employee. One day worked in a particular month shall be considered as qualifying for that month.

Administrative Leave cannot be carried forward from year to year, and any unused leave will be cashed out on June 30th of each year . At separation of employment for any reason, the City shall compensate the employee for the employee's accumulated, but unused, Administrative Leave at the employee's base rate of pay at the time of separation.

O. Fitness for Duty Leave.

1. Purpose/Policy. Employees are expected to report to work fit for duty, which means able to perform their job duties in a safe, appropriate, and effective manner, free from adverse effects of physical, mental, emotional, and/or personal problems. This Rule is intended to provide a safe environment and protect the health and welfare of employees and the public. If an employee feels unfit to perform their duties, the employee must notify their supervisor immediately.

2. Reasons for Fitness for Duty Leave. In the discretion of the City, an employee may be placed on a paid Fitness for Duty Leave and a fitness for duty examination may be ordered in any of the following situations:
a. An employee returns from a medical leave of absence of more than five working days.
b. An employee is involved in the interactive process with the City under Rule III.C.
c. Supervisor observes or receives a reliable report of an employee’s possible lack of fitness for duty. Observations and reports may be based on, but are not limited to, employee’s own self-report of potential unfitness, 746
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d. Fitness for duty examinations based on a reasonable suspicion that an employee is under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol shall be conducted in accordance with the City’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

3. Procedures for Ordering a Fitness for Duty Examination . When a supervisor becomes aware of or observes behavior that makes the supervisor reasonably suspect that an employee may not be fit for duty, the supervisor shall confer with the Personnel Officer to discuss the supervisor’s basis for the reasonable suspicion that the employee may not be fit for duty. After such conference between the supervisor and the Personnel Officer, the Personnel Officer may request the supervisor to refer the employee to the Personnel Officer who will determine whether a fitness for duty examination is necessary and should be scheduled. If the circumstances warrant it, the Personnel Officer may place the employee on a paid or unpaid leave pending the results of the employee’s fitness for duty examination. The examination shall be paid for by the City. If the employee is placed on Fitness for Duty leave while at work, under no circumstances is the employee to drive themselves to any secondary location, whether that is to the employee’s home, an examination facility, or elsewhere.

4. Procedure Following Receipt of Examination Results . The doctor examining the employee shall be limited to finding the employee “fit for duty” or “fit for duty with restrictions” or “unfit for duty.” In the case of finding an employee fit for duty, the doctor may issue work restrictions. In no case shall the doctor reveal the underlying cause of the fit or unfitness for duty without the employee’s permission.
a. Fit for Duty. If the doctor finds the employee is fit for duty, the employee shall return to work immediately and perform all duties of their position. b. Fit for Duty with Restrictions. If the doctor finds the employee is fit for duty with restrictions, the doctor shall specifically list what restrictions are necessary and for how long those restrictions are necessary. If the employee’s restrictions are based on a disability as defined by the ADA and/or FEHA, the City shall engage in the interactive process as set forth in Rule III.C. The City shall then evaluate those restrictions and determine if the restrictions can be reasonably accommodated.
c. Unfit for Duty. If the employee is found to be unfit for duty, the employee shall not be permitted to work . The Employee may request a leave of absence in accordance with the appropriate subsection of this Rule. If the employee can provide certification of fitness for duty prior to the exhaustion of all paid and unpaid leave that the employee is entitled to 747
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P. Voting Leave. The City encourages eligible employees to register and vote in all federal, state and local elections. Employees of the City are expected to vote prior to or following their assigned working hours . In accordance with the Election Code , Sections 14000 and 14001, if a registered voter employee does not have sufficient time outside regular working hours within which to vote at statewide elections, the employee may take off such working time as will enable the employee to vote. A maximum of two hours may be t aken with pay . To receive time off for voting, the employee must notify the employee’s Department Head in advance. Employees who need Voting Leave, must take such leave at the beginning or end of the employee’s work shift, based on the needs of the Department and the employee’s schedule. The exact amount of time off work and the scheduling of time off shall be decided between the employee and the employee’s Department Head. Employees who use Voting Leave are required to present a voter’s receipt to their Department Heads.

Q. Subpoenaed Absence . An employee who is subpoenaed or otherwise required under a court order to provide testimony as a witness, may receive the employee’s regular pay during the employee’s absence, whether such subpoena is related or unrelated to City business. An employee who receives a “Summons or Subpoena to Appear” for witness duty, must provide reasonable advance notice to the employee’s supervisor and human resources and provide a copy of the original summons to human resources.

R. Personnel Action Leave. The City has the right to place an employee on leave at any time with full pay . An employee may be placed on personnel action leave pending investigation of misconduct, potential disciplinary action, or other reasons that the City Manager, in the City Manager’s discretion, believes warrant such leave. If the City Manager is to be placed on personnel action leave, it will be done so at the discretion of the majority vote of the City Council. A personnel action leave shall not have any negative effect on the employee’s benefits . Personnel action leave may also be referred to as “Relief of Duty.” An employee assigned to personnel action leave shall be required to be available by phone during the employee’s regular working hours. In addition, employees on a personnel action leave are prohibited from entering City facilities or property or communicating with City employees, except to the extent that non- employees may access City facilities, property, or 748
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S. School Leave. The City will grant a leave of absence to an employee who is the parent, guardian, or grandparent of a child, in accordance with the following provisions.

1. Permissible Purposes:
a. To participate in the activities of the child’s primary or secondary school or licensed childcare provider;
b. To find, or to enroll, or reenroll the child in, a primary or secondary school or licensed childcare provider.
c. To address an emergency, such as:
i. A request from childcare provider or school that the child be picked up.
ii. A provision in the attendance policy for the childcare provider or school, other than a planned holiday , that prohibits the child from attending.
iii. Closure or unexpected unavailability of the childcare provider or school, other than during planned holidays.
iv. A natural disaster, including, but not limited to, fire, earthquake, or flood.
d. To appear at the school of a suspended child pursuant to a request made by the child’s school under California Education Code section 48900.1.

2. An employee may take up to 40 hours of leave per calendar year, but no more than eight or ten hours, based on their normal daily hours scheduled, in one calendar month. However, no limit shall be placed on the amount of leave taken under S ection (S)(1)(d) of this rule. If more than one City employee requests leave in connection with the same child, only the first employee to provide notice is entitled to receive leave. The second employee may also be permitted to take a simultaneous leave of absence if the second employee obtains written supervisory approval . The amount of leave available is fixed at a maximum of 40 hours per calendar year, regardless of the number of children, grandchildren, or wards that an employee may have.

3. An employee must provide reasonable advance notice of the need for leave and must make all reasonable efforts to schedule the leave so as not to unduly disrupt the operations of the City . If an emergency makes such notice impossible, the employee shall notify the employee’s Department Head as 749
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4. Leave under this section is unpaid. However, an employee may choose to use any accrued leave, including CAL time when taking leave under this section.

T. Workers’ Compensation. Workers’ compensation applies to all employees who experience an injury or illness that arises out of the course and scope of employment.

Employees must immediately report all injuries or illness es related to the scope of their employment to thei r supervisor or human resources . If an employee is incapacitated and unable to immediately report their injury or illness, they must report their injury or illness as soon as they are reasonably able to do so.

Employees seeking immediate medical attention at the direction of their supervisor, or in emergency situations , shall receive payment for time spent waiting for and receiving treatment, through the end of their scheduled shift on the date of injury or the date which their supervisor sends them for treatment, only. Subsequent appointments are dictated by the doctor, and therefore time spent at the appointments are not paid for through temporary disability insurance. Employees attending follow-up appointments may use their supplemental leave accruals for appointments for which they are unable to attend outside of working hours.

Before the start of benefits, injured employees shall serve a waiting period of three- calendar days. The waiting period need not be consecutive days. Partial days of absence for doctor appointments or authorized periods of disability may be accumulated to equal full days and charged to the waiting period. For the purpose of calculating the waiting period, the day of the injury shall be included unless the employee was paid full wages for that day. The waiting period is waived if the:
• Injury was caused by a criminal act of violence, or
• Employee is disabled more than 14 calendar days, or
• Employee is hospitalized as an inpatient for treatment required by the injury or illness.

RULE XIV. ATTENDANCE
A. Attendance. Employees will be in attendance on time at their workstation or location in accordance with the rules regarding hours of work, holidays, and leaves .

Employees will make every effort to schedule personal appointments outside their working hours. Employee adherence to the rules governing attendance, leaves of absence and tardiness will be reviewed and evaluated during the employee’s annual 750
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B. Tardiness. It is the responsibility of the employee to arrive at work on or before the assigned time each day. If for some reason beyond the control of the employee, it is not possible for the employee to come to work on time, arrangements in advance with the Department Head must be made at the earliest possible time. In no case will repeat tardiness be tolerated.

C. General Absences . Pre -authorized time off , authorized paid/unpaid leaves of absence due to bona fide illness or injury, jury duty, bereavement, or other City leaves are the only types of absences permitted. All others will be considered a violation of these Rules.

D. Unauthorized Absences . An employee who is absent for a full shift without notification or authorization may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including, termination of employment.

E. Remote Work. All employees are expected to perform their duties on-site unless an alternative arrangement is expressly authorized by the City M anager, at the City Manager’s sole discretion. Remote work is not a right and may be rescinded at any time based on the operational needs or performance considerations.

RULE XV. LAYOFF/SEPARATION/RETIREMENT
A. Layoff. Whenever, in the judgment of the City Council, it becomes necessary to abolish any position or employment, the employee holding such position or employment, may be laid off without disciplinary action and without the right of appeal, unless otherwise required by law. The City Manager shall determine the class and number of positions within each class to be affected, as well as the effective date of the layoff.

1. Notification. Employees to be laid off shall be given, whenever possible, at least 14 days prior notice.

2. Order of Layoff . In each class of position , employees shall be laid off according to the needs of the service as determined by the Department Head and the Personnel Officer.

3. Reemployment List. The names of persons laid off or demoted in accordance with this section shall be entered upon a reemployment list. Lists from different departments or at different times for the same class of position shall be combined into a single list. Such list shall be used by every Department Head when a vacancy arises in the same or lower class of position before certification is made from an eligible list or starting a recruitment. Names of 751
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B. Resignations. Employees may resign at any time. However, the City requests that resigning employees file a written resignation stating the effective date and reason(s) at least two weeks prior to leaving the City's service. The resignation date should be the last day the employee actually worked.

C. Terminations. The City may terminate any employee at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.

D. Retirement/Disability Retirement . In accordance with the City's contract with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CaIPERS), employees who meet the age and service credit minimums may qualify for a service retirement from CaIPERS. Under CaIPERS laws, an employee who is unable to perform their job because of an illness or injury which is expected to be permanent or last indefinitely, may be entitled to receive a disability retirement.

RULE XVI.

ETHICAL STANDARDS
A. Outside Employment, Enterprise, or Activity . In accordance with California Government Code section 1125 et seq. , no employees may engage in any outside employment, enterprise, or activity that is inconsistent, incompatible, in conflict with, or adverse to the employee’s employment, their ability to perform their duties and responsibilities, including performance of overtime work and emergency duties, or any other aspect of City operations. Employees are required to request prior approval from the City before engaging in any outside employment.

1. Employees are required to notify their Department Head in writing of all outside employment in which they are engaged, regardless of when that outside employment began, so that the City may assess whether such outside employment conflicts with the employee's City employment. Outside employment conflicts with the City’s employment when it interferes with the performance of the employees’ City duties, presents a conflict of interest, or discredits the City. An employee's outside employment, enterprise, or activity will be prohibited when any of the following are present:
a. It involves the use for private gain or advantage of their City time, facilities, equipment and/or supplies; or the badge, uniform, prestige, or influence of their City employment;
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d. It involves the time demands as would render performance of their duties as a City employee less efficient. To better determine whether the outside employment renders employees’ performance of their duties less efficient, the City will evaluate the employees’ outside employment’s nature of job duties, hours, or conditions of outside employment. Employees are required to disclose any change to the nature of their job duties, hours, or conditions of outside employment.

2. When outside employment is reported to a Department Head, the Department Head, in consultation with the Human Resources and Risk Manager, shall determine whether the employee's outside employment conflicts with the performance of their duties and shall advise the employee of their determination in writing. An employee who is unsatisfied with the decision of the Department Head may appeal the decision to the City Manager. An employee wishing to appeal this determination must file a written appeal to the City Manager within 10 days of receipt of the Department Head's decision.

The City Manager shall meet with the employee and determine whether the employee's outside employment conflicts with the performance of their duties as a City employee. The City Manager shall advise the employee and the Department Head of the City Manager’s determination in writing within 15 days of meeting with the employee. The City’s Manager determination shall be final and binding on all parties.

3. If, after providing approval for outside employment under this Rule, the City Manager, at their discretion, later determines that the outside employment is in conflict with the City’s employment, then the City Manager may revoke such approval for outside employment. Failure of the employee to cease outside employment consistent with the timeline then provided by the City Manager, may re sult in disciplinary action, up to and including, termination of employment.

Wildomar City CouncilAugust 13, 2025

Wildomar City Council
August 13, 2025