MINUTES
CITY OF WILDOMAR
CITY COUNCIL/CEMETERY DISTRICT
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
23873 CLINTON KEITH ROAD SUITE 106
WILDOMAR, CA, 92595
CALL TO ORDER - CLOSED SESSION - 5:00 P.M.
The Closed Session was called to order by Mayor Marquez at 5:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members in attendance:
Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, and Joseph Morabito Members absent:
None.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no public comments.
CLOSED SESSION
1. The City Council will meet in closed session to hold a conference with its Labor Negotiator regarding represented employees pursuant to Government Code 54957.6.
Agency representative: City Manager Chris Mann
Employee organization: Teamsters Local 986, General Teamsters, Airline, Aerospace & Allied Employees, Public, Professional, & Medical Employees, Warehousemen, Drivers, Construction, Rock and Sand Affiliated with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters CALL TO ORDER - OPEN SESSION - 6:00 P.M.
The Regular Joint Meeting of the Wildomar City Council and the Wildomar Cemetery District was called to order by Mayor Marquez at 6:11 p.m
ROLL CALL
Members in attendance:
Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, and Joseph Morabito Members absent:
None.
Staff in attendance: City Manager Mann, City Attorney Jex, City Clerk Morales, Community Development Director Flores, Public Works Director/City Engineer Farag, Finance Manager Jantz, Assistant to the City Manager Gorham, Economic Development Manager Miller, Principal Engineer Geronimo, and Human and Risk Manager Wolf.
FLAG SALUTE
Councilmember Morabito led the flag salute.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Jex stated there were no reportable actions.
PRESENTATIONS
There were no presentations scheduled.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
There were no department reports scheduled.
Mayor Pro Tem Nigg arrived at 6:15 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following individuals provided public comment on items not on the agenda:
1. Olivia Gregory, Wildomar Elementary School
2. Elaine Sanders, Resident
3. Gara Thornton, Resident
4. Andy Morris, Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District
5. Stephanie Lauderdale, Resident
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA AS PRESENTED
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Ashlee DePhillippo to approve the agenda as presented.
Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
1)
CONSENT CALENDAR
Monty Goddard, Resident, provided public comment on Agenda Items # 1.8, 1.9, 1.16, 1.17.
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Bridgette Moore to approve the Consent Calendar.
Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
1.1)
City Council/ Cemetery District Board Minutes - May 13, 2026 - Regular Meeting Approved the minutes as presented.
1.2)
May 2026 City Warrant Register
Approved the following:
For Fiscal Year 2025/2026:
1. Warrant Register dated 5-4-2026 in the amount of $3,450.00
2. Warrant Register dated 5-7-2026 in the amount of $901,245.85
3. Warrant Register dated 5-14-2026 in the amount of $347,986.24
4. Warrant Register dated 5-21-2026 in the amount of $215,561.19
5. Warrant Register dated 5-28-2026 in the amount of $704,694.94
6. Wire Transfer Register dated 5-31-2026 in the amount of $569,132.50
7. Payroll Register dated 5-31-2026 in the amount of $568,629.01.
1.3)
May 2026 Cemetery Warrant Register
Approved the following:
For Fiscal Year 2025/2026:
1. Warrant Register dated 5-7-2026 in the amount of $13,465.77
2. Warrant Register dated 5-14-2026 in the amount of $270.00
3. Warrant Register dated 5-28-2026 in the amount of $9,102.25.
1.4)
April 2026 City Treasury Report
Approved the City Treasury Report for April 2026.
1.5)
April 2026 Cemetery Treasury Report
Approved the Treasury Report for April 2026.
1.6)
Calling a General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026 Adopted the following Resolutions entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 25
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS IN DISTRICT 1, DISTRICT 3, AND DISTRICT 5 AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 26
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO SECTION § 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE
1.7)
Appropriations Limit for FY 2026-27
Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 27
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27
1.8)
Acceptance of the FY 24-25 Measure Z Annual Report
Accepted the Fiscal Year 2024–25 Measure Z Oversight Advisory Committee Annual Report.
1.9)
Acceptance of FY2024-25 Measure AA Annual Report
Reviewed and Accepted the Measure AA Oversight Advisory Committee Annual Report for FY 2024-25.
1.10)
FY2026-27 Wildland Fire Protection Agreement
Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 28
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION (CAL FIRE) FOR WILDLAND FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES FROM JULY 1, 2026, TO JUNE 30, 2027
1.11)
FY 2026-27 List of Projects for the SB1: Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 29
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 FUNDED BY SB1: THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017
1.12)
Sole Source Agreement with Animal Friends of Valley for Animal Control Services Approved the Agreement for Services between the City of Wildomar and Animal Friends of the Valleys for animal control and shelter services for a three-year term commencing June 10, 2026, with one optional one-year renewal term, and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
1.13)
Third Amendment to Traffic Signal Maintenance Services Agreement with St. Francis Electric, LLC Approved and authorized the City Manager to execute the Third Amendment to the Agreement for Maintenance Services with St. Francis Electric, LLC.
1.14)
Bundy Canyon Road Slope Easement Vacation (Walmart Property) Adopted a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 30
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA SUMMARILY VACATING A CITY SLOPING EASEMENT PURSUANT TO STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE SECTION 8330 ET SEQ.
1.15)
Merchant Processing Agreement with CardConnect, LLC for payment processing services for the CivicPlus Recreation Management platform Authorized the City Manager to execute a Merchant Processing Agreement with CardConnect, LLC for payment processing services related to the CivicPlus Recreation Management platform.
1.16)
Resolution Approving Certain Contracts And Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Preapproved Contracts Adopted a resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 31
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CERTAIN CONTRACTS AS TO FORM AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PREAPPROVED CONTRACTS
1.17)
Sixth Amendment to Design Professional Services Agreement with Mark Thomas Corporation for the Palomar Street/Wildomar Cemetery Improvement Projects (CIP 028-2 and CIP 067-1) Authorized the City Manager to execute the Sixth Amendment to the Design Professional Services Agreement for the Palomar Street/Wildomar Cemetery Improvement Projects (CIP 028-2 and CIP 067-1).
1.18)
First Amendment to the Services Agreement with E. Lees + Associates for the Cemetery Master Plan Update Authorized the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with E. Lees + Associates Consulting Ltd. for the Wildomar Cemetery Master Plan Update.
1.19)
RATIFICATION of corrected version of tri-party agreement for the Mission Hills Project Ratified the corrected version of the previously approved tri-party agreement.
1.20)
First Amendment with Infinity Technologies, Inc.
Authorized the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to the Services Agreement with Infinity Technologies, Inc. for Information Technology and GIS Support Services. 2)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
2.1)
Public Hearing for Delinquent Trash Charges for 2025
Mayor Marquez opened the public hearing at 6:40 p.m.
Finance Manager Jantz presented the staff report.
Philip Young, resident, provided public comment.
There being no further testimony, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing at 6:47 p.m.
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Bridgette Moore to Adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 32
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF DELINQUENT TRASH ACCOUNTS AND REQUESTING THE DELINQUENCIES BE PLACED ON THE PROPERTY TAX ROLL Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
2.2)
Public Hearing for Authorization of Commercial and Roll-off Rate Adjustment for Solid Waste Collection Services for SB1383 Procurement Compliance and Second Amendment to the City Waste Hauler Franchise Agreement with CR&R, Inc.
Mayor Marquez opened the public hearing at 6:48 p.m.
Finance Manager Jantz presented the staff report.
There being no testimony, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing at 6:54 p.m.
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Bridgette Moore to 1. Adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 33
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE ADJUSTMENT OF COMMERCIAL AND ROLL-OFF SOLID WASTE COLLECTION RATES TO COVER THE COSTS OF FULFILLING THE CITY’S STATE MANDATED PROCUREMENT REQUIREMENTS FOR RECYCLED ORGANIC MATERIAL
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Second Amendment to the City Waste Hauler Franchise Agreement with CR&R, Inc., attached here as Attachment C.
Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
3)
GENERAL BUSINESS
3.1)
Adoption of FY2026-27 Amended Budget, Job Descriptions, Classification Schedule, and Pay Plan Finance Manager Jantz presented the staff report.
There were no public comments.
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Ashlee DePhillippo to Adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 34
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE FY2026-27 AMENDED BUDGET AND ADOPTING A REVISED SCHEDULE OF AUTHORIZED POSITIONS FOR FY2026-27 Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Ashlee DePhillippo to Adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. WCD2026 - 01
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE WILDOMAR CEMETERY DISTRICT, AUTHORIZING AN ADOPTION OF THE FY2026-27 AMENDED BUDGET REVENUES AND EXPENSES Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Ashlee DePhillippo to Adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 35
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING NEW JOB CLASSIFICATIONS AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS, AMENDING THE POSITION CLASSIFICATION SCHEDULE, ADOPTING A REVISED EMPLOYEE PAY PLAN, AND APPROVING A COST OF LIVING ADJUSTMENT FOR UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
3.2)
5-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2026/27 - 2030/31) Public Works Director Farag presented the staff report.
Monty Goddard, resident, provided public comment.
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Ashlee DePhillippo to Adopt the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2026/27 through 2030/31.
Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
3.3)
Brown Act Updates (Senate Bill 707) and Adoption of a Technology Disruption Policy and Community Outreach Policy City Clerk Morales presented the staff report.
There were no public comments.
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Ashlee DePhillippo to Adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 36
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING A TECHNOLOGY DISRUPTION POLICY PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54953.4 Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Ashlee DePhillippo to Adopt a Resolution entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 - 37
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WILDOMAR, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING A POLICY REGARDING REASONABLE EFFORTS TO ENCOURAGE PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN MEETINGS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE § 54953.4 Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
3.4)
20-Acre Park Amendments to Purchase and Sale Agreement, Grant of Access Easements, and Water License Agreement Principal Engineer Geronimo presented the staff report.
Monty Goddard, resident, provided public comment.
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Bridgette Moore to 1. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Amendment to Agreement of Purchase and Sale and Joint Escrow Instructions with CAFH Order at Wildomar, Inc.
2. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Amendment to Grant of Access Easements with CAFH Order at Wildomar, Inc. and related Certificate of Acceptance.
3. Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Third Amendment to Water License Agreement with CAFH Order at Wildomar, Inc. and related Certificate of Acceptance.
4. Bring back the item for further discussion before proceeding with 0A and 0B Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
3.5)
Award of Contract for Permitting and Licensing Software to OpenGov via Sourcewell Cooperative Contract No. 010121-OPG (Development Services) Community Development Director Flores and the Consultant presented the staff report.
There were no public comments.
Moved by Bridgette Moore; seconded by Ashlee DePhillippo to 1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute an End User License Agreement (EULA) with Open Gov, Inc. for Permitting and Licensing Software via Sourcewell Cooperative Contract No. 010121-OPG;
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee and the City Attorney's Office to make minor changes to the EULA, in coordination with OpenGov, Inc., to ensure the agreement is satisfactory before executing, and bring back to the City Council any significant changes; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute any and all related documents and agreements necessary to implement the EULA.
Motion Approved: 4 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: Dustin Nigg
3.6)
Approval of an Agreement for Planning and Development Review Services Between the City of Wildomar and the City of Canyon Lake Community Development Director Flores and the Consultant presented the staff report.
There were no public comments.
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Bridgette Moore to 1. Approve the Agreement for Planning and Development Review Services between the City of Wildomar and the City of Canyon Lake; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
3.7)
Veterans and First Responders Memorial Ad-Hoc Committee City Clerk Morales presented the staff report.
There were no public comments.
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Joseph Morabito to Appoint Mayor Pro Tem Nigg and Councilmember Moore to serve on the Veterans and First Responders Memorial ad-hoc committee for the purpose of evaluating options for the design, location, funding and implementation of a Veterans and First Responders Memorial for City Council consideration.
Motion Approved: 5 - 0
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore, Joseph Morabito Voting Against: None
Abstain: None
Absent: None
3.8)
Professional Service Agreement with Albert A. Webb & Associates (WEBB) for planning and environmental services for creation of a City-Initiated Specific Plan for the Old Town Area Community Development Director Flores presented the staff report.
There were no public comments.
Moved by Dustin Nigg; seconded by Bridgette Moore to 1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Albert A. Webb & Associates (WEBB) in the amount not to exceed $459,225 for planning and environmental services for the preparation of the city-initiated Old Town Specific Plan; and
2. Approve a supplemental appropriation for Fund 110 (Cannabis DA) in the amount of $459,225 within the FY2026/2027 budget.
Motion Approved: 4 - 1
Voting For: Carlos Marquez, Dustin Nigg, Ashlee DePhillippo, Bridgette Moore Voting Against: Joseph Morabito
Abstain: None
Absent: None
Mayor Pro Tem Nigg left the meeting at 9:46 p.m.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
The City Council spoke about the various committees, commissions, and boards they serve on locally and regionally, as well as community events.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
There was no report.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
1. Data Centers - Morabito
ADJOURN THE MEETING
There being no further business, Mayor Marquez adjourned the meeting at 9:57 p.m.
Submitted by:
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Janet Morales Garcia, CMC
City Clerk