2022-02-16 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
REGULAR MEETING (6:00 PM)
1. CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES
Menifee City Council
Regular Meeting Minutes
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
6:00 PM Regular Meeting
Armando G. Villa, City Manager
Jeffrey T. Melching, City Attorney
Stephanie Roseen, City Clerk
Mayor Zimmerman called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM,
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Dean Deines, Bob Karwin, Matthew Liesemeyer, Lesa Sobek, Bill Zimmerman
Absent: None
3. WORDS OF INSPIRATION
Bishop Daniel Temple provided the words of inspiration.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Craig Grubber with Herk Bouris Elementary School led the flag salute.
5. PRESENTATIONS
5.1 Outstanding Citizen of the Month — Tony Reverditto
The City Council introduced Tony Reverditto and presented him with the Outstanding
Citizen of the Month certificate. Mayor Zimmerman spoke on his volunteer efforts in
the City and thanked Mr. Reverditto for his efforts. Mr. Reverditto thanked the City
Council and his friends and family.
5.2 Retirement Recognition of Elinor Martin, Menifee Valley Historical Association
The City Council introduced Elinor Martin and thanked her contributions to the
community. Ms. Martin spoke on the formation of the historical association.
5.3 Business Spotlight — Blitzer's Premium Frozen Yogurt
Economic Development Director Gina Gonzalez introduced the business spotlight
program, Blitzer's Premium Frozen Yogurt, and provided a short promotional video.
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5.4 Economic Development Coalition Plan — Connie Stopher
Economic Development Director Gina Gonzalez introduced Connie Stopher,
Executive Director at the Economic Development Coalition. Ms. Stopher provided a
work plan report and presentation to the City Council. Ms. Stopher reported on
her previous projects; international experience; program successes; and strategic
initiatives.
The City Council expressed their gratitude to Ms. Stopher for her presentation.
5.5 Community Services Update
Community Services Manager Mariana Mitchell provided a presentation and reported
on the recreation programs; upcoming events; and park ranger updates.
Community Services Coordinator Michael Rinehart announced the teen awards for
the winter quarter. The City Council presented each of the teens with a plaque.
6. AGENDA APPROVAL OR MODIFICATIONS
Acting City Clerk Stephanie Roseen stated due to a legal requirement to hold the
Redistricting public hearing at the noticed time of 7:00 PM, staff requested to move Item
No. 11.1 prior to Item No. 7, Public Comments.
The City Council approved the agenda unanimously (5-0) with the modification.
11.1 Redistricting (7:00 PM Start)
The public hearing started at 7:00 PM. City Consultant, Andrew Westall with Bear
Demographics, provided a presentation and reported on Draft Map Nos. 3 and 4.
Mayor Zimmerman opened the public hearing at 7:11 PM. Acting City Clerk StephanieRoseen
stated the public hearing was legally noticed, the City Council was provided correspondence
that had been received and there were no other public comments. Mayor Zimmerman closed
the public hearing at 7:12 PM.
Councilmember Sobek asked the City Council to consider Draft Map No. 4
Councilmember Liesemeyer stated his support for Draft Map No. 3.
Councilmember Sobek stated her support for Draft Map No. 4Mayor
Pro Tern Deines stated his support for Draft Map No. 3. Mayor
Zimmerman stated his support for Draft Map No. 3.
Councilmember Karwin stated his support for Draft Map No. 3
ACTION
1. Provided consensus on Draft Map No. 3 and directed staff to move forward with the Final
Map and Ordinance.
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7. PUBLIC COMMENTS (NON -AGENDA ITEMS)
None.
8. COUNCILMEMBER UPDATES AND COMMENTS
Councilmember Karwin reported on the meetings and events he attended.
Murrieta Temecula Group Meeting
• Rotary Club Meeting
Talavera Park Ribbon Cutting
Councilmember Liesemeyer reported on the meetings and event he attended.
• Murrieta Temecula Group Meeting
• Student of the Month
Wester Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) Meeting
Councilmember Sobek reported on the meetings and events she attended.
■ Emotional and Wellbeing Discussion (You Matter Committee)
• Murrieta Temecula Group Meeting
Western Riverside Regional Conservation Authority Stakeholders Committee
Councilmember Sobek provided the City Councilmembers the Riverside County Habitat
Conservation Agency 2021 annual report.
Mayor Pro Tern Deines reported on the event he attended.
• Talavera Park Ribbon Cutting
Mayor Zimmerman reported on the meetings and events he attended
You Matter Committee Meeting
Murrieta Temecula Group Meeting
• Sun City Quilters Club Event
• Community Partners Meeting
• Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC) Meeting
• Canyon Lake City Council Meeting
Park Ranger Campfire at Spirit Park
■ City of Menifee Emergency Operations Meeting
• Mount San Jacinto College Beach Volleyball Facility Grand Opening
■ Talavera Ribbon Cutting
■ Mayor's Meeting
9. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The February 2, 2022 minutes were approved unanimously (5-0) with no modifications.
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10. CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Karwin requested to pull Item No. 10.5. Councilmember Liesemeyer
requested to pull Item No. 10.9.
The balance of the consent calendar was approved by the following vote.
MOVER: Matthew Liesemeyer
SECONDER: Dean Deines
f AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
10.1 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.
10.2 Warrant Register
ACTION
1. Ratified and approved the Voucher List dated 01/28/2022, and the Payroll
Register/Other EFT's dated 01 /20/2022, 01 /21 /2022, 01 /25/2022 & 01 /26/2022, and
the Void Check Listing PE 1/31/2022 which have a total budgetary impact of
$1,927,265,57.
10.3 Monthly Public Safety Reports
ACTION
1. Received and filed.
10.4 Special Districts Administrative Services Agreement
ACTION
1. Approved and authorized the City Manager to execute a professional services
agreement with Spicer Consulting Group for special districts administration for fiscal
year 2022/23 in the amount not -to -exceed $135,108; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute four optional one-year amendments for fiscal
years 2023/24, 2024/25, 2025/26 and 2026/27.
10.5 Notification of Intent to Comply with Senate Bill 1383 Mandate
Management Analyst Kori Jones provided a presentation and reported on the California
Senate Bill (SB) 1383; seven key program areas; next steps; neighboring city activity.
The City Council inquired about compliance, cost impact of the residents, commercial
trash enclosure requirements and implementation.
Community Services Director Jonathan Nicks stated staff was working with Waste
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10.6
10.7
10.8
Management (WM) for commercial businesses and senior aid and options and staff
would bring those back to the City Council. Ms. Jones discussed waivers allowed by SB
1383.
Councilmember Liesemeyer inquired about options for waived fees. City Manager
Armando Villa mentioned adding an option within the Ordinance. The City Council
stated their support for staff to research financial assistance options for commercial and
residential.
ACTION
1. Approved and authorized the City Manager or his designee to execute all necessary
agreements and other application documents thereof to the Department of
Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle); and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 22-1119, authorizing the City of Menifee to submit the
Notification oflntent to Comply with Senate Bill 1383 and Senate Bill 619.
MOVER: Matthew Liesemeyer
SECONDER: Dean Deines
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
Bailey Park Boulevard Improvements Agreement
ACTION
1. Awarded bid and authorized the City Manager to execute a Professional Services
Agreement with NV5 for professional design services for the Bailey Park Boulevard
Improvements, Capital Improvement Project No. 22-04, in the amount not -to -exceed
$272,680.
McCall Boulevard Widening Project Agreement
ACTION
1. Awarded bid and authorized the City Manager to execute a Professional Services
Agreement with KOA Corporation for civil engineering design and environmental
services for the McCall Boulevard Widening Project, Capital Improvement Project No.
CIP22-03, in the not -to -exceed amount of $578,844.
Peacock Place Community Resurfacing Project Agreements
ACTION
1. Awarded bid and authorized the City Manager to execute an Owner -Contractor
Agreement with Copp Contracting in the amount of $935,463.80 for the Peacock Place
Community Resurfacing Project, Capital Improvement Project No. CIP21-17, located
south of Chambers Avenue and east of Valley Boulevard; and
2. Approved and authorized the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 with Inland
Foundation Engineering for materials testing services, extending the term of the
agreement to December 31, 2022.
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10.9 CannonDesign Agreement Amendment for Fire Station No. 5
Councilmember Liesemeyer inquired about the proposed design and requested to add
small element to include the community of Quail Valley.
Public Works Director Nick Fidler discussed options for incorporating Quail Valley intothe
fire station design.
Councilmember Liesemeyer stated he would be in favor a small symbol to represent
Quail Valley added to the sign. Mayor Zimmerman suggested an imprint of a quail onthe
sign. City Manager Armando Villa suggested to incorporate verbiage such as "Quail
Valley a Community of Menifee" in the signage.
The Council provided consensus to include the amended verbiage.
ACTION
1. Approved and authorized the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the
Professional Services Agreement with CannonDesign for Fire Station No. 5, Capital
Improvement Project No. CIP 21-04, in the amount not -to -exceed of $349,713 and
extending the term of services through June 30, 2023.
MOVER: Matthew Liesemeyer
SECONDER: Dean Deines
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
10.10 Update to the City's Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
ACTION
1. Adopted Resolution No. 22-1120 to replace Resolution No. 15-485, authorizing an
update to the City's Section 125 Cafeteria Plan.
11. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
11.2 Establishing Underground Utilities District No. 2022-1
City Manager Armando Villa Introduced the item and Public Works Director
Nick Fidler. Mr. Fidler provided a presentation and reported on the California Public Utility
Commission Rule (CPUC) 20A; criteria for undergrounding; general process; proposed
underground utility district No. 2022-1 location; proposed site; existing conditions; and
tentative project timeline.
The City Council inquired about the funds and the cost to City, and timeline for
completion.
Mayor Zimmerman opened the public hearing at 8:12 PM. Acting City Clerk Stephanie
Roseen stated there were no public comments and there was no correspondence
received. Mayor Zimmerman closed the public hearing at 8:12 PM.
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City Attorney Jeffrey Melching introduced the Ordinance by title.
ACTION
1. Introduced an ordinance establishing and creating Underground Utilities District
No. 2022-1 located on Goetz Road from Casa Bonita Ave to 270 feet southeastof
Vista Way into the City's right-of-way and on Vista Way from Goetz Road to
Coneja Drive.
MOVER: Matthew Liesemeyer
SECONDER: Dean Deines
AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
12. DISCUSSION ITEMS
12.1 City of Menifee Jobs Blueprint Plan
Management Analyst Kayla Charters and consultant Matthew Poland with MAPAdvising
provided a presentation and reported on the background; Menifee Jobs Blueprint (MJB)
Plan; workforce partners; development of the MJB; industry sectors; employment
projections; the jobs -talent algorithm; career pathway blueprint; and next steps.
The City Council inquired about attracting high tech and high paying jobs in Menifee,
skill level job descriptions, and updating of the document.
ACTION
1. Received and filed the report.
12.2 Hunting within City Limits
Menifee Police Chief Pat Walsh introduced Lieutenant Heriberto Gutierrez. Mr. Gutierrez
provided a presentation and reported on the background of the current ordinance;
current exemptions; and current locations hunting is allowed.
The City Council inquired about areas allowed for hunting and hiking and signage.
Councilmember Sobek stated she would like to look at amending the ordinance tolimit
hunting within the City.
Mayor Zimmerman stated his support for amending the ordinance.
Councilmember Karwin stated his concerns with other recreational uses of firearm
discharge.
Lt. Gutierrez stated staff would bring an amended ordinance back to the City Councilfor
their review.
City Attorney Jeffrey Melching summarized the City Council's requests for theamended
ordinance. The City Council provided consensus.
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12.3 Third Amendment to an Employment Agreement with Armando G. Villa
City Attorney Jeffrey Melching provided an oral report of the contract amendment.
The City Council stated their appreciation for the City Manager and his
accomplishments.
ACTION
1. Approved the third amendment to the employment agreement between the City of
Menifee and Armando G. Villa.
MOVER: Matthew Liesemeyer
SECONDER: Dean Deines
1 AYES: Deines, Karwin, Liesemeyer, Sobek, Zimmerman
NAYS: None
RECUSE: None
13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORTS
None.
14. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
City Manager Armando Villa stated his appreciation to the Council for their support and
announced that the Menifee Police Chief Pat Walsh would be retiring.
Councilmember Karwin inquired about updates from the Krikorian construction site. Mr. Villa
provided a brief update.
15. FUTURE AGENDA REQUESTS FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS
None.
16. ADJOURN
Mayor Zimmerman adjourned the meeting at 9:09 PM.
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