2021-12-15 City Council REGULAR MEETING - MinutesCity Council Chambers
29844 Haun Road
Menifee, CA 92586
Bill Zimmerman, Mayor
Bob Karwin, District 1
Matthew Liesemeyer, District 2
Lesa Sobek, District 3
Dean Deines, District 4
MINUTES
CLOSED SESSION (5:30 PM)
Menifee City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
5:30 PM Closed Session
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Sarah A. Manwaring, City Clerk
Mayor Zimmerman called Closed Session to order at 5:31 PM. Present were Councilmembers
Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Mayor Pro Tern Sobek, and Mayor Zimmerman. The City Council
recessed to Closed Session for the purpose listed below. Councilmembers Karwin and
Liesemeyer recused themselves.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant Exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code paragraph (2) or (3) of
subdivision (b) of Section 54956.9
2 potential cases
REGULAR MEETING 6:00 PM
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Zimmerman called the meeting at order at 6:01 PM.
City Attorney Jeffrey Melching reported that Councilmembers Karwin and Liesemeyer did not
participate in Closed Session and stated there was no reportable action.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Dean Deines, Bob Karwin, Matthew Liesemeyer, Lesa Sobek, Bill Zimmerman
Absent: None
3. WORDS OF INSPIRATION
3.1 Pastor Gregory Perkins - The View Church
Pastor Gregory Perkins was unable to attend the meeting. Bruce Chapman, First
Councilor of the Menifee Church of Latter -Day Saints, provided the words of
inspiration.
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4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Planning Commissioner Ben Diederich led the flag salute.
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1 Introduction to WRCOG Executive Director Kurt Wilson
Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) Executive Director Kurt Wilson
introduced himself and reviewed the current WRCOG programs.
5.2 Outstanding Citizen of the Month — Joan Wakeland
The City Council recognized the Outstanding Citizen of the Month Joan Wakeland and
thanked her for her community service and congratulated her on being crowned Mrs.
International Woman of Achievement.
5.3 Business Spotlight — Clever Fox Escape Rooms
Economic Development Director Gina Gonzalez introduced the Business Spotlight
program and the recipient of this month's Business Spotlight, Clever Fox Escape
Rooms. Ms Gonzalez spoke on their community services efforts in Menifee and
provided a short video. Tom and Jenny Crunk thanked the City Council for their
support.
5.4 Retirement Recognition — Yolanda Macalalad
Public Works Director Nick Fidler and the City Council recognized Assistant City
Engineer Yolanda Macalalad for her accomplishments and years of dedicated service
to the City of Menifee. City staff and the City Council congratulated her and wished her
well in her retirement. Ms. Macalalad thanked the City for the kind words.
5.5 Community Services Update
Community Services Director Jonathan Nicks and Community Services
Supervisor Cynthia Morquecho provided a presentation and reported on the
Community Services activities and events.
Community Services Coordinator Michael Rinehart introduced the fall quarter teen
awardees Caleb Russell, Kaitlyn Restrepo, and Karliana Wise.
6. AGENDA APPROVAL OR MODIFICATIONS
City Clerk Sarah Manwaring stated staff requested to move discussion item nos. 13.3 and
13.4 prior to the public hearing items.
The City Council approved the agenda unanimously (5-0) as modified.
7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NON -AGENDA ITEMS)
Zoltan Varga commented on transient activity in a vacant building within Sun City.
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Ms. Miller spoke in opposition of development.
Debbie Manion provided an update and thanked the City and the City Council for their
assistance with Santa's Workshop.
8. COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Karwin reported on the meetings and events he attended.
• Sun City Library Redistricting Meeting
Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade
Student of the Month
Councilmember Karwin acknowledged the work of the Menifee Police Department.
Councilmember Liesemeyer reported on the meeting he attended.
• Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG)
Councilmember Deines reported on the meetings and events he attended.
• Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade
• SoCal Public Safety Community Fair
• Industrial Workshop
• KPC Hospital Advisory Board Meeting
Mayor Pro Tern Sobek reported on the meetings and events she attended.
• SoCal Public Safety Community Fair
• Menorah Lighting at Central Park
• Breakfast with Santa
• Riverside County Supervisor Board Meeting
• Evening of Gratitude
Mayor Pro Tern Sobek acknowledged the hard work of the Public Works Maintenance staff.
Mayor Zimmerman reported on the meetings and events he attended.
• Menifee Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting
• Rotary Club Social
• Government Advisory Group Meeting
KPC Hospital Advisory Board Meeting
• First Trading Post Outdoor Market Event
• Fitness Day at Central Park
• History Program at Rural Center
• Western Riverside Counties and Programs Committee Meeting
• Evening of Gratitude
• Thanksgiving Meal at the Senior Center
Coffee Meeting with the Menifee Union School District Superintendent
• Menorah Lighting at Central Park
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• Travel Club Event
• SoCal Public Safety Community Fair
• Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade
• Riverside County Supervisor Board Meeting
• Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) Meeting
• Community Partners Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent
• Centennial HOA Holiday Event
• CalCities Riverside Division Virtual Meeting for Mayors
Mayor Zimmerman stated Santa's Workshop would take place on Saturday, December 18, 2021
and there would be a band playing on Sunday, December 19, 2021 at Central Park.
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
9.1 November 17, 2021 Minutes
The minutes were approved unanimously (5-0) with no modifications.
10. CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
10.1 Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem
Mayor Zimmerman said that the Mayor Pro Tem title has been routed through the
Councilmembers by district. He thanked Lesa Sobek, District 3, for her service as Mayor
Pro Tem over the past year and nominated Councilmember Deines, District 4, as the
Mayor Pro Tem for the upcoming year.
ACTION
1. Appointed Dean Deines as Mayor Pro Tem.
MOVER: Lesa Sobek
SECONDER: Matthew Liesemeyer
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
10.2 2022 City Council Appointments to Regional Boards and Commissions
Mayor Pro Tem Deines asked if Councilmember Karwin would like to take his place on
the City and School District Committee. Councilmember Karwin accepted.
ACTION
1. Approved the 2022 City Council Appointments as amended and below.
MOVER: Matthew Liesemeyer
SECONDER: Lesa Sobek
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
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Agency/Board
Meeting dates
and times
Riverside County 2"d Wednesday of
Transportation each month
Commission (RCTC) 9:30 a.m.
• Western Riverside
4tn Monday of
Co. Programs &
each month
Projects
1:30 p.m.
Committee
Western Riverside Council
of Governments
111 Monday of each
(WRCOG) and
month
WRCOG TUMF Program
2:00 p.m.
Zone Committee
Western Riverside
1 st Monday of each
Regional Conservation
month
Authority (WRCRCA)
12:30 p.m.
Riverside County Habitat
3rd Thursday,
Conservation Agency
various months
RCHCA
10:00 a.m.
Riverside Transit Agency
4tn Thursday of
(RTA)
each month
2:00 p.m.
Southern California
Association of
Governments SCAG)
PARSAC
Regional Hospital
Advisory Board
Loma Linda Hospital
Advisory Board
Menifee Chamber of
Commerce
Southwest Communities
Financing Authority
(Animal Friends of the
Valle
f
Council Standing Committees
Finance Committee
City & School Districts
Committee
Representative(s) or Alternate
Board Member(s)
Zimmerman Deines
Zimmerman Deines
Liesemeyer Sobek
Sobek
Karwin
Sobek Karwin
Deines I Karwin
Karwin Deines
City Manager Zimmerman
Deines Zimmerman
Sobek
Zimmerman Karwin
Deines Karwin
Meeting Dates and Times
Members I
As needed Deines, Sobek
Annual — Prior to start of new Sobek, Karwin
school year
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Council Ad Hoc Committee Purpose Members
Review & provide guidance to
Economic Development Ad Economic Development
Hoc Committee Department on key
projects/initiatives as needed for
the year
11. CONSENT CALENDAR
Zimmerman, Liesemeyer
Councilmember Sobek requested to pull item no. 11.10. Councilmember Liesemeyer request
to pull item nos. 11.17 and 11.19.
The balance of the consent calendar was approved by the following vote.
MOVER: Matthew Liesemeyer
SECONDER: Dean Deines
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
11.1 Waiver of Reading
ACTION
1. Waived the reading in full of any and all Ordinances listed on this agenda and
provided that they be read by title only.
11.2 Warrant Register
ACTION
1. Ratified and approved the Voucher Lists dated 11/05/2021 and 11/19/2021, the
Payroll Register/Other EFT's dated 10/25/2021,10/28/2021, 10/29/2021,
11 /02/2021, 11 /03/2021, 11 /04/2021, 11 /09/2021, 11 /10/2021, 11 /12/2021, and
11/18/2021, and the Void Check Listing PE 10/31/2021 which have a total budgetary
impact of $4,819,551.92.
11.3 Monthly Public Safety Reports
ACTION
1. Received and filed.
11.4 First Amendment to the Agreement for City Attorney Services
ACTION
1. Approved the first amendment to the agreement for City Attorney services.
11.5 Menifee Police Officers Association Memorandum of Understanding
President of the Menifee Police Officers Association, Luis Isarraraz, expressed his
gratitude and thanked staff for the meetings and Memorandum of Understanding
process.
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11.6
11.7
11.8
11.9
11.10
ACTION
1. Adopted Resolution No. 21-1105, approving the
foundational Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
and the Menifee Police Officers Association (MPOA),
through June 30, 2024; and
2. Authorized the City Manager or designee to execute
MOU and Resolution.
tentative agreement for the
between the City of Menifee
for the period of July 1, 2021
and implement terms of the
Annual Cleaning and Inspection of City Maintained Fossil Filters and Catch Basins
Agreement with United Storm Water, Inc.
ACTION
1. Awarded and approved an agreement with United Storm Water, Inc. for fiscal year
2021/22 for fossil filter and catch basin cleaning in the not -to -exceed amount of
$54,143.48; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement and three optional one-year
extensions for fiscal years 2022/23, 2023/24 and 2024/25.
Agreement Amendment with MTGL for the Premier/Menifee Lakes Resurfacing
Improvement Project
ACTION
1. Approved and authorized the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the
Professional Services Agreement with MTGL for additional materials testing services
in the amount of $4,471.79.
Agreement with Roadway Engineering & Contracting, Inc. for the Menifee Road and
Garbani Road Traffic Signal Improvement Project
ACTION
1. Awarded bid and authorized the City Manager to execute an owner contractor
agreement with Roadway Engineering & Contracting, Inc. in the amount of
$1,127,922 to perform construction of the Menifee Road and Garbani RoadTraffic
Signal Improvement, Capital Improvement Project No. CIP 21-11.
Agreement with LC Paving & Sealing, Inc. for Murrieta Road and Sun City Boulevard
Traffic Signal Improvement Project
ACTION
1. Awarded bid and authorized the City Manager to execute an Owner -Contractor
Agreement with LC Paving & Sealing, Inc. in the amount of $819,469.59 to perform
construction of the Murrieta Road and Sun City Boulevard Traffic Signal Improvement,
Capital Improvement Project No. 21-09; and
2. Approved Resolution No. 21-11-06, appropriating additional funding in theamount of
$189,955.60 into the project budget from the DIF Citywide Circulationavailable fund
balance.
Antelope Road Raised Safety Median Project Notice of Completion and Acceptance
Councilmember Sobek stated she had received calls regarding the median and illegal
turns. Public Works Director Nick Fidler stated he would have staff review the situation.
ACTION
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1. Accepted the improvements for the Antelope Road Raised Safety Median Project;
and
2. Authorized the City Clerk's Office to file the Notice of Completion for the Antelope
Road Raised Safety Median Project, Capital Improvement Project No. CIP19- 03,
with the Riverside County Recorder's Office.
MOVER: Lesa Sobek
SECONDER: Matthew Liesemeyer
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
11.11 Bond Release for Tract Map 31390 by Sutter Mitland 01, LLC
ACTION
1. Approved the release of 10% bond for Road and Drainage, Water, and Sewer
Improvements associated with Tract No. 31390 located southwest of Murphy Ranch
Road and Murrieta Road; and
2. Approved the release of the Survey Monument Bond for Tract Map 31390.
11.12 Bond Release for Parcel Map 32269, Phase I Backbone Improvements (Audie Murphy
Road South) by Sutter Mitland 01, LLC
ACTION
1. Approved the 10% bond release for Streets and Drainage, Water, Recycled Water,
and Sewer Improvements associated with Parcel Map 32269, Phase I Backbone
Improvements located along Newport Road and Audie Murphy Road.
11.13 Bond Release for Tract No. 30422-3, Heritage Lakes by Lennar Homes of California,
Inc.
ACTION
1. Approved the 10% bond release for Streets and Drainage, Water, and Sewer
improvements associated with Tract No. 30422-3 located south of Old NewportRoad
and west of Briggs Road.
11.14 Bond Release for Tract No. 31582-1 and Tract No. 31582, Heritage Hills by Lennar
Homes of California, Inc.
ACTION
1. Approved the 10% bond release for Streets and Drainage, Water, and Sewer
Improvements associated with Tract No. 31582-1 located south of Simpson Road
and west of Lindenberger Road; and
2. Approved the 10% bond release for the Streets and Drainage, Water, and Sewer
Improvements associated with Tract No. 31582 located east of Menifee Road and
south of Simpson Road.
11.15 Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Citywide Prima Facie
Speed Limits
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ACTION
1. Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-332
2. amending sections 12.04.010 and 12.04.020 of the Menifee Municipal Code to
update the prima facie speed limits on certain street segments in the City of Menifee.
11.16 Agreement Amendment for On -Call Construction Inspection Services
ACTION
1. Approved and authorized the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to
Professional Services Agreement with D.R. Bechter Consulting, for on -call
construction inspection services.
11.17 Lyle Marsh Park Permanent Restroom Purchase
Councilmember Liesemeyer inquired about the sewer connection. Community Services
Director Jonathan Nicks stated staff was working with the consultant to ensure there
would be no issues with the sewer connection.
ACTION
1. Approved the purchase of a prefabricated restroom building for Lyle Marsh Park (CIP
No. CS032) from CXT Inc. in the amount not -to -exceed $51,889; and
2. Exempt the purchase from the competitive bidding process as purchase will bemade
under a cooperative purchasing (piggyback) agreement as allowed underMenifee
Municipal Code Section 3.12.070(6) with Sourcewell Contract No. 081721-CXT; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to execute the required documents and the Finance
Department to issues the corresponding purchase orders.
MOVER: Matthew Liesemeyer
SECONDER: Lesa Sobek
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
11.18 Canon Financial Services Inc. Lease Extension
ACTION
1. Approved and authorized the City Manager to execute a one-year extension
Purchase Order (PO) to the existing Canon Financial Services Inc. (Canon) for
copiers and printers City-wide lease.
11.19 Comprehensive Smart City and Broadband Master Plan
Councilmember Liesemeyer asked for a presentation from staff.
Chief Information Officer Ron Puccinelli reported on the background of the item;
community value; smart city and broadband master plan; comprehensive economic
development strategy (CEDS) component; community needs based; and staff's
recommended action.
Councilmember Karwin inquired about this as a City expense and why it is not on the
expense of the private companies. Mr. Puccinelli and Public Works Director Nick Fidler
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provided an explanation on the benefits.
City Manager Armando Villa spoke about the opportunity to receive grant funding and
the need to have a plan in place to receive funds.
Councilmember Liesemeyer inquired about the policies in place and longevity of
broadband. Mr. Puccinelli stated the master plan would be used to create policies and
stated broadband is the physical cabling.
Councilmember Sobek commented on the need for the master plan and stated her
support.
ACTION
1. Awarded bid and authorized the City Manager to execute a Professional Services
Agreement with Magellan Advisors for development of a Comprehensive SmartCity
and Broadband Master Plan, in the amount not -to -exceed $162,050; and
2. Approved Resolution No. 21-1107 for expenditure appropriations in theamount of
$162,050 from American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to Account No.
301-4221-52216.
MOVER: Lesa Sobek
SECONDER: Matthew Liesemeyer
AYES: Deines, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: Karwin
RECUSE: None
13.3 Community Facilities District 2019-1, Meadow Run, Issuance of Special Tax Bonds
This item was moved during agenda approval.
City Consultant Shane Spicer introduced Lawrence Chan with Stradling, Michael
Busch with Urban Futures, and Tom Jacob with Stifel.
The consultants provided a presentation and reported on the project and development
summary; financing overview; items subject for City Council approval; sources, uses,
and proposed debt service; estimated costs of issuance, and tentative schedule.
The City Council inquired about anticipated interest rates, pricing, and bond
percentage caps.
ACTION
1. Adopted Resolution No. 21-1108, authorizing the issuance of special tax bonds and
bond documents in connection with Community Facilities District 2019-1, Meadow
Run, located at the southeast corner of Holland Road and Bradley Road.
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MOVER: Matthew Liesemeyer
SECONDER: Dean Deines
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
13.4 Community Facilities District 2020-1, McCall Mesa, Special Tax Bonds
This item was moved during agenda approval.
City Consultant Shane Spicer introduced Lawrence Chan with Stradling, Michael
Busch with Urban Futures, and Tom Jacob with Stifel.
The consultants provided a presentation and reported on the project and development
summary; financing overview; items subject for City Council approval; sources, uses,
and proposed debt service; estimated costs of issuance, and tentative schedule.
The City Council inquired about bond percentages.
ACTION
1. Adopted Resolution No. 21-1109, authorizing the issuance of special tax bonds and
bond documents in connection with Community Facilities District 2020-1, McCall
Mesa, located at the southwest corner of Menifee and Rouse Roads.
MOVER: Lesa Sobek
SECONDER: Dean Deines
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
ECUSE: None
12. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
12.1 Appeals of the Planning Commission's Approval of Plot Plan No. PLN 20-0273
("Crossroads") and Associated Entitlements
Councilmember Liesemeyer stated he recused himself because a company that he
works for provided services to the applicant and Councilmember Karwin stated he
recused himself from the discussion due to the location of his private business
located across the street. Councilmembers Liesemeyer and Karwin left the room for the
duration of the item.
City Manager Armando Villa introduced the item and Principal Planner Ryan Fowler to
present the item. Mr. Fowler provided a presentation and reported on Appeal No. PLN
21-0347; AppealNo. PLN 21-0368; project location; project description; site layout;
circulation; landscaping; architecture; signs; public convenience and necessity;
Planning Commission meeting on August 25, 2021; Planning Commission meeting on
October27, 2021; Appeal No. PLN 21-0347 reason for appeal; Appeal No. PLN
21-0368 reason for appeal; Environmental Review; and staff's recommendation.
Mayor Zimmerman opened the public hearing at 8:21 PM. City Clerk Sarah Manwaring
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stated all correspondence received was provided to the City Council and the item was
legally noticed.
The appellants for Appeal No. PLN 21-0347 and owners of Menfiee
Crossroads, Tanya, Amir, and Ali Tabrizizadeh provided a presentation and reported
on their family -owned business, the project, and concerns with the conditions of
approval for a raised median on the project.
The appellants team continued with the presentation and reported on the project; the
community benefits; construction timelines; their purpose; clarification of the scope of
the appeal; clarification on the project; clarification on CEQA; requests; staff's safety
issue and the appellant's arguments against it; history of the project; indemnification;
split -phase traffic signals; traffic analysis; existing conditions; Bradley Road; what
was evaluated in the project traffic studies; intersection and road enhancements
comparisons; proposed solution; and procedural request.
Appellant representative for Appeal No PLN 21-0368 Matthew Nelson with Gresham
Savage reported on his client's concerns for the project and the construction of a raised
median. Mr. Nelson provided the City Clerk with a petition in opposition of the Menifee
Crossroads project from the Newport Plaza tenants.
Ms. Miller stated her opposition for development.
Mike Monroe, representative of the Murrieta Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of
the Tabizizadeh family and the project.
Andrew Morris Wildomar resident spoke in favor of the Tabizizadeh family and the
project.
There were no rebuttals from the appellants.
Public Works Director Nick Fidler reported on his discussions with Newport Plaza
and spoke about the safety reasons for staff's proposed raised median.
The City Council inquired about discussions with the Newport Plaza Managing Partner,
City requirement for street improvements, and the two conditions of approvalthat were
no longer being appealed.
Mayor Zimmerman closed the public hearing at 9:52 PM.
Mayor Pro Tern Deines stated his concerns for traffic safety.
Councilmember Sobek disclosed that Ms. Tabizizadeh and the owner of Giovanni's,
Tom Powers had reached out to her prior to the meeting. Councilmember
Sobek stated she liked the project, but had concerns for traffic safety.
Mayor Zimmerman stated he liked the project and stated his concerns for traffic safety.
The City Council stated they liked the project and hope there is a way for it to move
forward in the future.
Tim Paone with Cox, Castle & Nicholson statedthe applicantwould like to withdraw
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12.2
the application.
Councilmember Sobek, Mayor Pro Tem Deines, and Mayor Zimmerman unanimously
approved the withdrawal of the Menifee Crossroads application and declared both
appeals mute.
The Mayor called for a recess at 10:15 PM. The full City Council returned to the dais at
10:25 PM.
2021 — 2029 Housing Element Update Project
City Manager Armando Villa introduced the item and City consultant Dave
Barquist with Kimley Horn and Associates. Mr. Barquist provided a presentation and
reported on the project summary; what is a housing element; housing element housing
plan; housing element policies; Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA): 6t" Cycle
(2021-2029) ; adequate sites analysis; moderate and above moderate -income sites;
very low- and low-income sites; safety element update; climate vulnerability
assessment; new safety element policies; land use element update; land use
amendments: environmental justice policies; overview of community outreach;
environmental justice outreach; The California Department of Housing and
Community Development (HCD) review; environmental review; and staff's
recommendation.
Councilmember Liesemeyer inquired about the Community Core designation and then
environmental justice disadvantaged areas.
Mayor Zimmerman opened the public hearing at 10:47 PM. City Clerk Sarah
Manwaring stated the City Council had received correspondence and the public
hearing was legally noticed.
David Cordero representing the Southwest Regional Council of Carpenters spoke in
favor of hiring a local skilled and trained workforce.
Juan Rotellini spoke about his property and desire to retain the same zoning.
Ms. Miller spoke in opposition of development.
Mayor Zimmerman closed the public hearing at 10:56 PM.
Councilmember Liesemeyer inquired about the response to the HCD comments,
vertical integration of housing with nonresidential uses, and additional language
regarding industrial building.
Councilmember Liesemeyer stated his concerns with the inclusion of industrial
language as part of the approval.
ACTION
1. Adopted Resolution No. 21-1110, certifying the Final Programmatic Environmental
Impact Report ("FPEIR") for the Housing Element Update Project (State
Clearinghouse No. 2022010031), based on the findings incorporated in the FPEIR
and the conclusion that the project will not have a significant impact with mitigation;
and
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2. Adopted Resolution No. 21-1111, approving General Plan Amendment No.
PLN21-0022, based upon the findings and conclusions incorporated in the staff
report and Resolution.
MOVER: Bill Zimmerman
SECONDER: Bob Karwin
,AYES: Deines, Karwin, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: Liesemeyer
RECUSE: None
City Attorney Jeffrey Melching introduced the Ordinance.
3. Introduced an Ordinance approving Change of Zone PLN21-0021 based upon the
findings and conclusions incorporated in the staff report and Ordinance.
MOVER: Bill Zimmerman
SECONDER: Dean Deines
YES: Deines, Karwin, Sobek, Zimmerman
YS: Liesemeyer
CUSE: None
13. DISCUSSION ITEMS
13.1 Reserve Policy Fund Balance
City Manager Armando Villa introduced the item and Assistant City Manager Rochelle
Clayton to present the item.
Ms. Clayton provided a presentation and reported on the general fund required reserve
levels; general fund fiscal year 2020/21 audited fund balance; Quality of Life (Measure
DID) fiscal year 2020/21 audited fund balance; and general fund proposed use of fund
balance.
Public Works Director Nick Fidler reported on the Capital Improvement Program Fund
Requests: future City Hall parking lot project, Holland Road overpass, Menifee
Meadows and Potomac Projects, Fire Station No. 5, Fire Station No. 68, and Romoland
Grid South of Highway 74.
The City Council inquired about the future City Hall building and parking lot location,
funding and timeline, Romoland Grid construction cost and timeline, possible fund for
future City Hall, Holland Road overpass, use of funds not used.
Mayor Pro Tern Deines requested staff look at putting reserves towards a community
center.
Councilmember Sobek requested that one million from the City Hall fund be reserved
for a community indoor recreation center. The City Council provided consensus for this
request.
ACTION
1. Approved revisions to fiscal year 2021/22 Capital Improvement Project (CIP)
Program to add/update funding of various CIP projects; and
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2. Approved Resolution Nos. 21-1112 and 21-1113, authorizing $12,411,723 in
expenditures to General Fund (Fund 100) and Quality of Life (Measure DD) (Fund
105) as detailed within the Fiscal Impact section.
MOVER: Lesa Sobek
SECONDER: Bob Karwin
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
13.2 Revised Business License Program Ordinance
Financial Services Manager Margarita Cornejo, Management Aid Edna Aguilar, and
Menifee Police Captain Dave Gutierrez provided a presentation and reported on the
business license program background and overview; steps to obtaining a license;
proposed updates and revisions to the Ordinance; special business types; licensing;
and permits and approvals.
The City Council inquired about background check reviews, the City's liability, and
transfer fees.
Councilmember Karwin stated his opposition to the proposed language in the definition
for sexual materials. City Attorney Jeffrey Melching stated staff would like a revising
that language.
ACTION
The City Council provided consensus to continue item.
MOVER: Bill Zimmerman
SECONDER: Lesa Sobek
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
14. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
None.
15. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Armando Villa stated the City of Menifee was awarded the Distinguished Budget
Presentation Award for fiscal year 2021 by the Government Finance Officers Association.
16. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
Councilmember Sobek requested a discussion item on the City Holiday Tree Lighting Event.
Councilmember Liesemeyer seconded the request.
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17. ADJOURN
Mayor Zimmerman adjourned the meeting at 11:54 PM
t anie Roseen, CIVIC
Deputy City Clerk
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