2019-09-18 City Council REGULAR MEETING - MinutesCity Gouncil Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Bill Zimmerman, Mayor
Greg August, District 1
Matthew Liesemeyer, District 2
Lesa SobeK District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
Menifee City Council
Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
5:30 PM CIosed Session
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Sarah A. Manwaring, Gity CIerk
MINUTES
CLOSED SESSION I5:30 P.M.)
Mayor Zimmerman called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Present were Councilmembers
Deines, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Mayor Pro Tem August and Mayor Zimmerman. The City Council
recessed to Closed Session forthe purpose listed below at 5:30 p.m.
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6
Negotiators: Deputy City Manager Rochelle Clayton and City Manager Armando G. Villa
Labor Assocrafions: Men ifee Mid-Management Em ployee U nit Association
REGULAR MEETING (6:00 P.M)
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Zimmerman called the regular meeting to order at602 p.m. City Attorney Jeffrey
Melching announced there was no reportable action.
2.ROLL CALL
Attendee Name
Bill Zimmerman
Greg August
Lesa Sobek
Matt Liesemeyer
Dean Deines
Title
Mayor
District 1
District 3
District 2
District 4
Status
Present
Present
Present
Present
Present
WORDS OF INSPIRATION
Pastor Jeff Johnson, lmpact Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Joyce Johnson, Dean of lnstruction - Career and Technical Education with Mt. San
Jacinto College (MSJC), led the flag salute.
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PRESENTATIONS
5.1. Clean Air Day Proclamation
Senior Management Analyst lmelda Huerta introduced the item and called on
Rayza Sison from Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) to
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provide the report. Ms. Sison reported on the background of California Clean Air
Dry; the impact; WRCOG activities; and how the City could help.
The City Council presented Ms. Sison and Program Manager Tyler Masters, with
a Proclamation memorializing October 2, 2019 as "Clean Air Day."
5.2. ConstitutionWeekProclamation
The City Council presented a Proclamation to the Daughters of the American
Revolution proclaiming the week of September 17 , 2019 as "Constitution Week".
The Daughters of the American Revolution commented on the importance of the
Constitution.
5.3. Manufacturing Day Proclamation
Economic Development Director Gina Gonzalez thanked the City Council for
recognizing October 4, 2019 as "Manufacturing Day" and recognized the agency
partners for their collaboration efforts. Ms. Gonzalez stated that on October 4,
2019 the City would be hosting a tour and panel discussion at Forterra in
Menifee. Joyce Johnson with MSJC also thanked the City of Menifee and
reported on MSJC Eagle MakerSpace. Michael Vargas with California
Manufacturing Technology Consulting (CMTC) reported on the State initiative.
The City Council presented Ryan Wright, Sales Manager for Forterra, with a
Proclamation.
5.4. Business Spotlight of the Month - Evans-Brown Mortuary
Economic Development Director Gina Gonzalez introduced the Business
Spotlight Program. Ms. Gonzalez introduced Managing Partner Justin Luyben
with Evans-Brown Mortuary and his family and reported on the support they
provide to the community. The City Council presented the certificate to Mr.
Luyben.
5.5. Menifee Police Department Quarterly Update
Director of Public Safety David Brown provided a presentation on the item. Mr.
Brown reported on the new Police facility renovations; delay due to retro-fit and
increased cost; recruitment efforts; Murrieta Joint Dispatch agreement; police
vehicle purchases and budget. Mr. Brown answered questions of Council and
reported he and Chief Walsh would be moving to the modular at the new Police
Facility by September 20, 2019. Mr. Brown also reported on the hiring timeline,
the design of the Police Department patch and stated staff was on track with the
Police facility renovation.
AGENDA APPROVAL OR MODIFICATIONS
The agenda was approved unanimously (5-0) with no modifications
PUBLTC COMMENTS (NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
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Ms. Miller stated her opposition for development in the City, concerns for burrowing owls
and her opposition for the stadium at MSJC.
City Manager Armando G. Villa confirmed a Burrowing Owl Study was requirement of
every project as a condition of approval, but there was no presence of a burrowing owl at
the Krikorian site.
GOUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Liesemeyer reported on the meetings and events he had attended.. Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) Meeting. Lyle Marsh Inclusive Playground Ribbon Cutting. Quail Valley Elementary School 9/1 1 Assembly
Councilmember Sobek reported on the meetings and events she had attended.. Paloma Valley Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC) Battalion
Formation and Promotions. Senior Care Referral Specialist Ribbon Cutting at Atria Menifee Valley. 9111 Remembrance Ceremony at Central Park. Lyle Marsh lnclusive Playground Ribbon Cutting. Lake Menifee Women's Club Purse Auction. Finance Committee Meeting. Public Safety Committee Meeting. Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency (RCHCA) Stevens Kangaroo Rat
Preserve Visit
Councilmember Sobek reported on the upcoming Junker Clunker Program.
Councilmember Deines reported on the meetings and events he attended.. Finance Committee Meeting. Romoland Superintendent Meeting. Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training at City Hall. Menifee Community Advisory Board Meeting at Menifee Hospital. Coffee Social at Heritage Lakes Home Owners Association (HOA)
Mayor Pro Tem August reported on the meetings and events he attended.. Student of the Month. Paloma Valley High School Friday Night Football Game Senior Program. Public Safety Committee Meeting
Mayor Zimmerman reported on the meetings and events he attended.. Menifee Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting. Moreno Valley State of the City. Menifee Valley Little League Baseball Clinic. NJROTC Cadets from Paloma Valley High School Welcome Kickoff BBQo Western Riverside County Programs and Projects Committee Meeting for
Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC)o Scott Road lnterchange Bridge improvements Tour. Rotary Club Event
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o Paloma Valley High School Athletics Department Ribbon Cutting. Friday Nights Light Game at Paloma Valley High School. Menifee lnterfaith Council Meeting. Rotary Club History Challenge Event. Coffee Social at Heritage Lakes Home Owners Association (HOA). General Federation of Women's Club (GFWC) Luncheon in Sun City. Southern California Fair Planning Committeeo Quail Valley Elementary School 9/1 1 Assembly. RCTC Commission Meetingo 9111 Remembrance Ceremony at Central Park. Lyle Marsh lnclusive Playground Ribbon Cutting. Menifee Community Advisory Board Meeting at Menifee Hospital
. Homeless Task-force Meeting at Kay Ceniceros Senior Center
Mayor Zimmerman announced there would be a forum on homelessness at Riverside
Convention Center on October 23,2019 and he would be attending the City of Menifee's
State of the City at Menifee Lakes Country Club on September 19,2019.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
9.1 . Approval of Minutes of August 21, 2019
The minutes were approved unanimously (5-0).
CONSENT CALENDAR
Ms. Miller spoke in opposition of development and her support for the environment and
suggested saving land for high school Future Farmers of America (FFA) programs.
Councilmember Denies requested to pul! item 10.6 and Councilmember Liesemeyer
requested to pull items 10.12 and 10.13 for further discussion.
The balance of the Consent Calendar was a roved the followin vote
10.1. Waiver of Reading in Full of Any and all Ordinances Listed on this Agenda and
Provide that they be read by Title Only
10.2. Warrant Register
ACTION
Ratified and approved the Voucher Lists dated 8116119 and 8/30/19, the Payroll
Register/Other EFT's dated 817119, 818119, Bl9l19, 8/1 2119, 8114119, 8123119, 8129119
and the Void Check listing PE 08/31/19 which have a tota! budgetary impact of
$8,21 8,683.12.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
Adopted [Unanimous]
Matt Liesemeyer
Lesa Sobek
Zimmerman, August, Sobek, Liesemeyer, Deines
10.3. Treasurer's Report, August 2019
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ACTION
Approved the Treasurer's Report for August 2019.
10.4. SB 821 Grant Appropriations
ACTION1. Authorized an increase in revenue and appropriate expenditures in the amount of
$499,765 to a grant fund account as assigned by the Finance Department for the
SB 821 Paloma Wash lmprovements; and
2. Authorized an increase in revenue and appropriate expenditures in the amount of
$183,263 to a grant fund account as assigned by the Finance Department for the
SB 821 Scott Rd-Menifee Rd Sidewalk lmprovements.
10.5. Memorandum of Understanding with the Menifee City Employees Association,
Mid-Management Unit
ACTION
1 . Adopted Resolution No. 19-826, approving the Tentative Agreement (Deal Points)
for a Successor Memorandum of Understanding and the Memorandum of
Understanding ("MOU') between the City of Menifee and the Menifee City
Employees Association, Mid-Management Unit, for the period of July 1, 2019
through June 30,2022: and
2. Authorized the City Manager or his designee to execute and implement terms of
the MOU; and3. Authorized the Deputy Finance Director to make the necessary budget
adjustments, appropriations and transfers.
10.6.
10.7 .
This item was moved to ltems Pulled from Consent
10.8.
Agreement with Accela, !nc.
ACTION
Approved a S-year license agreement with Accela, lnc. for Accela Software Suite.
SB 2 Grant Funds
AGTION
Adopted Resolution No. 19-828, authorizing application for and receipt of SB 2
Planning Grants Program Funds.
10.9. Public Works Department Vehicles and Equipment Purchase
ACTION
1. Approved the purchase of a Dump Truck from Rush Truck Center in the notto-
exceed amount of $180,103.79 including tax and delivery; and
2. Approved the purchase of a Heavy Duty Equipment Trailer from Nixon-Egli
Equipment in the not-to-exceed amount of $45,549.32 including tax and delivery;
and
3. Approved the purchase of Aerial Bucket Truck from Altec Industries in the not-to-
exceed amount of $1 16,472 including tax and delivery; and
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4. Approved purchase exempt from the competitive bidding as a purchase made
under a Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (Piggyback) with Sourcewell and
HGACBuy, which is allowed under the Menifee Municipal Code Section
3.12.070(6); anO5. Authorized the City Manager to execute the required documents.
10.10. Agreement for lnterim Assistant City Engineer Services
ACTION
Awarded Professional Services Agreement to Proactive Engineering Consultants in
the not-to-exceed amount of $50,000 for lnterim Assistant City Engineer Services.
10.1 1. Bond Agreements and Final Map for Tract No. 37136
ACTIONS
1. Approved and authorize filing of Final Map forTract tt/ap No. 37136, located west
of Briggs Road and north of McCall Boulevard for Lennar Homes of California Inc.;
and2. Approved the Bond Agreement for Road/Drainage, Water, and Sewer
lmprovements; and
3. Approved the Bond Agreement for Placement of Survey Monuments.
10.12. This item was moved to ltems Pulled from Consent
10.13. This item was moved to ltems Pulled from Consent
10.14. Agreement for the Newport Road and McCall Road Missing Sidewalk Project,
clP 18-05
ACTION
1. Awarded bid and executed Owner-Contractor Agreement with l.E. Genera!
Engineering, lnc. for the Newport Road and McCall Road Missing Sidewalk
Project, CIP 18-05 in the amount of $272,905.; and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 19-829, authorizing a budget adjustment and increase
appropriations in the amount of $ 96,870.34 to account 105-4555-58063 School
Sidewalk Missing Links (amount was budgeted in FY1 8119 Measure DD in account
number 105-4555-58073 Encanto Neighborhoods PMP and not expended); and
3. Authorized the City Engineer to execute change orders(s) to cover unanticipated
expenditures in the amount not to exceed 1Oo/o of the contract amount or $27,290.
10.15. Resolution of lntention forAnnexation No. 1 into CFD 2017-1, Tract Map 37576
ACTION1. Accepted the Petition of MLC Holdings to annex into Community Facilities District
No. 2017-1 (Maintenance Services) ("CFD No. 2017-1" or "CFD") as Annexation
Area No. 1; and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 19-830, a Resolution of lntention to add Annexation Area
No. 1 , a subdivision of approximately 17 acres of vacant property land into 65
detached single-family residential development located at the southeast corner of
Holland Road and Bradley Road, into CFD No. 2017-1,to authorize the levy of
special tax therein to finance certain maintenance services, and to set a public
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hearing for October 2,2019.
ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT
10.6. Memorandum of Understanding with the Rotary Club of Menifee
Community Services Director Jonathan Nicks reported on the donation to the
park and stated the donation would go towards new exercise equipment to be
installed at the park. Councilmember Deines thanked the Rotary Club for their
donation.
ACTION
1. Approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Rotary CIub of
Menifee for acceptance gf $9,000 donation for exercise (fitness) equipment
purchase at the John V. Denver Park, and;
2. Approved Resolution No. 19-831 , authorizing the Finance Department to increase
Fiscal Year 2019120 revenue estimates (Account #100-3855 (Donations)) by
$9,000
RESULT:
MOVER:
SEGONDER:
AYES:
Adopted [Unanimous]
Bill Zimmerman
Dean Deines
Zimmerman, August, Sobek, Lie , Deines
10.12. Agreement for the Menifee Engineering Department Master Drainage Plan
Councilmember Liesemeyer asked if the Development Impact Fees would have
to be revised with the approval of the proposed plan. City Manager Armando G.
Villa introduced Senior Civil Engineer Carlos Geronimo to provide a report. Mr.
Geronimo reported on the background of the item and the lack of a
comprehensive drainage plan and need for a master plan. Mr. Geronimo stated
there was no environmental work associated with this recommended action and
projects identified from the master drainage plan would require a separate
environmental phase.
ACTION
Executed Professional Services Agreement with Rick Engineering Company for the
Menifee Engineering Department Master Drainage Plan RFP 2019-18 in the amount
not-to-exceed $439 31 0.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
Adopted [Unanimous]
Matt Liesemeyer
Lesa Sobek
Zimmerman, August, Sobek, Lie , Deines
10.13. Agreement for the Scott Road/Bundy Canyon Road Widening Project, CIP 20-01
Mr. Villa introduced the item and asked the City Engineer/Public Works Director
Jonathan Smith for a report. Mr. Smith stated this was the first step in the
process and that, in collaboration with City of Wildomar, Scott Road/Bundy
Canyon Road would be widened from the 15 Freeway to the 215 Freeway. The
Council spoke in favor of the collaboration with the City of Wildomar and timeline
for the project.
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ACTION
Executed Professional Services Agreement with Civil-Pros for the Scott Road/Bundy
Canyon Road Widening (Haun Road to Sunset Avenue) Project, CIP 20-01 an amount
not-to-exceed $2 340 960
PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
11.1. Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) 18-19
Senior Management Analyst Edna Lebron presented the item. Ms. Lebron
reported on the overview of the Consolidated Annual Performance and
Evaluation Report (CAPER); Sun City Street !mprovement and ADA projects;
Romoland Sidewal]</Street Improvement Phase 1; public services expenditures
and programs and Minor Home Rehabilitation Grant Program (MHRGP).
Mayor Zimmerman opened the public hearing at 7:36 p.m. City Clerk Sarah
Manwaring stated the public hearing was properly noticed and there was no
correspondence received. There were no public comments. Mayor Zimmerman
closed the public hearing at7:37 p.m.
The City Council asked questions of staff regarding budgeting, advertising for
qualifying residents and requirements for approval.
AGTION
1. Conducted a Public Hearing; and2. Adopted Resolution No. 19-823, approving the 201812019 Consolidated Annual
Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), authorizing staff to submit the
CAPER to the rtment of Housi and Urban Develo HUD
DISCUSSION ITEMS
12.1. Regional Housing Need Allocation Methodology Update
Mr. Villa introduced the item and Community Development Director Cheryl
Kitzerow. Ms. Kitzerow reported on the background, definition and the
requirements of the Regional Housing Need Allocation (RHNA) program. Ms.
Kitzerow presented the RHNA allocation numbers for the City of Menifee and
explained the three methodology options for distribution and the best choice for
the City. Ms. Kitzerow reported on SCAG's and Housing and Community
Development's (HCD) next steps.
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RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
Adopted [Unanimous]
Matt Liesemeyer
Lesa Sobek
Zimmerman, August, Sobek, Liesemeyer, Deines
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
Adopted [Unanimous]
Lesa Sobek
Dean Deines
Zimmerman, August, Sobek, Liesemeyer, Deines
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The Council asked questions on staff regarding the different methodology options
and site analysis needs. There were no public comments.
ACTION
Received and filed update on Regional Housing Need Allocation (RHNA) allocation
methodology options for calculating Menifee's RHNA allocation for the 2021 - 2029
Housi Element U
12.2. Resolution of lntention to Establish Community Facilities District 2019-1
(Meadow Run)
Deputy City Manager Rochelle Clayton presented the item. Ms. Clayton reported
on the project; bond issuance; what the creation of a Community Facilities
District (CFD) means; location; anticipated issuance amounts; proposed timeline;
no fisca! impact to the City and the Finance Committee recommendation.
The City Council asked questions of staff regarding household tax rate and term
of tax rate.
Ms. Miller spoke in opposition of the development and stated her concerns for
the environment.
The City Council discussed the allowance of financing fees such as Development
lmpact Fees, prevailing wage, public improvements based of CFD and tax rate of
1.960/o.
ACTION
1 . Adopted Resolution No. 19-833, stating its intention to establish
Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 of the City of Menifee CFD No.
2019-1 (Meadow Run); and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 19-834, stating its intention to incur bonded
indebtedness for Community Facilities District No. 2019-1 of the City of
Menifee CFD No. 2019-1 Jvleadow Run
12.3. 2019 League of California Cities Voting Delegate and Proposed Resolutions
Mayor Zimmerman reported on the item and announced he was the only
Councilmember attending the League of California Cities (LOCC) Conference.
Mayor Zimmerman reported on the Resolutions that will be voted on at the
business meeting. The City Council gave consensus to appoint the Mayor as the
City's voting delegate and to vote yes for the proposed Resolutions.
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
Adopted [Unanimous]
Dean Deines
Bill Zimmerman
Zimmerman, August, Sobek, Liesemeyer, Deines
RESULT:
MOVER:
SECONDER:
AYES:
Lesa Sobek
Dean Deines
Zimmerman,ust, Sobek, Liesemeyer, Deines
Adopted [Unanimous]
12.4. Menifee K.E.E.P Business Walk
Economic Development Director Gina Gonzalez and Menifee Chamber of
Commerce President Tony Lopiccollo provided a presentation on the item. Ms.
Gonzalez and Mr. Lopiccollo reported on industries surveyed; key findings and
growth predictions; desired skills; needs of the business community and next
steps for the City and Chamber. The City Council thanked Ms. Gonzalez and Mr.
Lopiccollo for the report.
ACTION
Received and filed the 2019 Menifee K.E.E.P. (Keep Existing Employers Profitable)
Business Walk-State of Small Business Report.
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
None.
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Armando Villa announced there is an Open House scheduled for October
29,2019 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for community members to come visit City Hall.
Councilmember Sobek requested an invitation or flyer for the Council to be able to pass
out to the community.
15. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilmember Liesemeyer requested a discussion with Code Enforcement on the old
Smart and Final location. Councilmember Sobek seconded the request.
16. ADJOURN
Mayor Zirn,merman adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m.
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ACTION
1. Appointed Mayor Zimmerman as voting delegate for the League of California
Cities Annual Conference scheduled for October 16 - 1 8, 2019 in Long Beach
and authorized the City Clerk to complete and return the voting delegate form to
the League of California Cities; and
2. Agreed on a yes vote for the proposed Resolutions that will be presented at the
League of California Ctties' annual business meeting.
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