Menifee public meetings in 2021

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on the 2021–2029 Housing Element Update and appeals regarding the Crossroads plot plan. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and the appointment of the 2022 Mayor Pro Tem.

• Traffic signal improvement contracts for Menifee Road and Garbani Road ($1,127,922) and Murrieta Road and Sun City Boulevard ($819,469.59)
• Budget adjustment authorizing $12,411,723 in expenditures to the General Fund and Quality of Life-Measure DD
• Agreement with Magellan Advisors for a Smart City and Broadband Master Plan not to exceed $162,050
• Ordinance to update citywide prima facie speed limits
• Purchase of a prefabricated restroom for Lyle Marsh Park not to exceed $51,889

The Menifee City Council approved a $12.4 million capital improvement program update, adopted the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update (with a 4-1 vote), and authorized special tax bonds for two community facilities districts. The council also approved a police union MOU, several road and park projects, and a smart city/broadband master plan. The Menifee Crossroads development appeal was withdrawn and declared moot.

• Approved $12,411,723 in CIP expenditures (5-0)
• Adopted Housing Element Update, General Plan Amendment (4-1, Liesemeyer dissenting)
• Authorized special tax bonds for CFD 2019-1 Meadow Run (5-0)
• Authorized special tax bonds for CFD 2020-1 McCall Mesa (5-0)
• Adopted MPOA MOU for 2021-2024 (5-0)
• Awarded $1,127,922 traffic signal contract to Roadway Engineering (5-0)
• Awarded $819,469.59 traffic signal contract to LC Paving (5-0)
• Approved $162,050 Smart City and Broadband Master Plan (4-1, Karwin dissenting)

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will review draft Industrial Good Neighbor Policies. Members will also discuss a proposed workplan to update the General Plan and Development Code regarding industrial development.

• Review of draft Industrial Good Neighbor Policies
• Discussion of workplan to update General Plan and Development Code for industrial development

The Menifee City Council held a special meeting to discuss industrial development and Good Neighbor Policies, but took no formal action. Council members and public speakers raised concerns about proposed building square footage limits and land use changes, while staff presented next steps. The council gave consensus to continue with the proposed timeline and staff's next steps.

• Consensus to continue with proposed timeline and staff's next steps on industrial development policies

Planning Commission Meeting

The meeting consists primarily of procedural boilerplate. The commission will discuss a 2021/2022 legislative update and review minutes from November 10, 2021.

• 2021/2022 Legislative Update
• Approval of November 10, 2021 Minutes

The Menifee Planning Commission held a regular meeting with no public hearings or consent calendar items. The only substantive item was a presentation by Assistant City Attorney Thai Phan on recent state housing laws (SB 8, SB 9, SB 10, SB 478, AB 687, AB 1174, AB 1398, AB 1584, and SB 35). No formal decisions were made; the commission approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved November 10, 2021 minutes (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss updating prima facie speed limits on certain street segments and levying special taxes for Community Facilities Districts in Sumac Ridge. The body is also reviewing transportation mitigation fee agreements and police department grants.

• Ordinance to update citywide prima facie speed limits
• Special taxes for Community Facilities District No. 2017-1 and No. 2021-2 (Sumac Ridge)
• Budget amendment of $4,398,142 for Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees (TUMF) reimbursements
• Acceptance of $97,500 Community Policing Development De-Escalation Grant
• Agreement not to exceed $130,000 with Pacific Office Interiors for Lazy Creek Recreation Center

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2021-331, extending the moratorium on utility-scale battery storage uses for 10 months and 15 days. The Council also amended and reintroduced an ordinance updating prima facie speed limits, retaining the 25 mph limit on a segment of Sun City Boulevard and removing a subsection related to golf carts. The public hearing for the Crossroads plot plan appeal was continued to December 15, 2021.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-331, extending the moratorium on utility-scale battery storage uses for 10 months and 15 days.
• Amended and reintroduced an ordinance updating prima facie speed limits, removing Section 2, Subsection D.24 and retaining the 25 mph limit on Sun City Boulevard.
• Continued the public hearing for the Crossroads plot plan appeal to the December 15, 2021 City Council meeting.
• Approved the 2022 City Council meeting calendar, canceling the January 5, July 6, September 7, and December 21 meeting dates.
• Approved Resolution No. 21-1104, appropriating $4,398,142 in TUMF reimbursements and authorizing agreements for several road projects.
• Accepted $97,500 in grant funds from the Community Policing Development De-Escalation Grant.
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1101, approving the tentative MOU with the Menifee Police Management Association for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024.
• Approved an agreement with Pacific Office Interiors for up to $130,000 for furnishings at Lazy Creek Recreation Center.

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a mixed-use project and a city-wide housing update. The body is considering approvals for plot plans, conditional use permits, and recommendations to the City Council for zoning and general plan changes.

• Plot Plan No. PLN 20-0167 and Conditional Use Permit No. PLN 20-0165 for "The Boulders" Mixed-Use Project
• 2021–2029 Housing Element Update Project
• General Plan Amendment No. PLN21-0022
• Change of Zone PLN21-0021
• Final Program Environmental Impact Report (FPEIR) for the Housing Element Update Project

The Menifee Planning Commission approved a mixed-use project at The Boulders, including a mitigated negative declaration, plot plan, and conditional use permit, with Commissioner Thomas recused. It also recommended City Council adoption of the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update, including a final program environmental impact report, general plan amendment, and zone change. All votes were unanimous among present members.

• Adopted Resolution PC21-550, adopting a mitigated negative declaration for The Boulders mixed-use project (4-0, Thomas recused)
• Adopted Resolution PC21-551, approving Plot Plan PLN 20-0167 for The Boulders (4-0, Thomas recused)
• Adopted Resolution PC21-552, approving Conditional Use Permit PLN 20-0165 for The Boulders (4-0, Thomas recused)
• Adopted Resolution PC21-553, recommending City Council adoption of the Final Program Environmental Impact Report for the Housing Element Update (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution PC21-554, recommending City Council approval of General Plan Amendment PLN21-0022 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution PC21-555, recommending City Council approval of Change of Zone PLN21-0021 (5-0)

Parks, Recreation & Trails Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission will discuss the possible return of the Music & Arts Festival to the city's special events schedule. The body will also review revenue-generating activities and appoint representatives to various committees.

• Review and recommendation for the return of the Music & Arts Festival
• Revenue Generating Activities Update
• Committee Appointment Review
• Parks in Progress Update
• Capital Improvement Program Update

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission voted to recommend that the City Council allocate $130,000 in the FY 2022/2023 budget to re-establish the Music and Arts Festival, partnering with Mt. San Jacinto College to host it in the new stadium. The commission also appointed members to various committees and received updates on revenue-generating activities and parks projects. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved minutes of September 2, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Received and filed revenue generating activities update (5-0)
• Recommended $130,000 appropriation for Music & Arts Festival and partnership with Mt. San Jacinto College (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Foust to Parks Make Life Better Ad Hoc Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Ackerman to Central Park Amphitheater Ad Hoc Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Bangle as alternate to Menifee Specialized Transit Work Group (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss infrastructure projects, including a master drainage plan and speed limit updates. The body is also considering the formation of a new Community Facilities District for Sumac Ridge and updating employment agreements for executive city positions.

• Agreement with Southstar Engineering & Consulting, Inc. for Holland / I-215 Overpass construction management not to exceed $3,248,237.43
• Agreement with American Ramp Company for Pump Track Bike Trails at Evans Road and Craig Avenue not to exceed $1,097,110
• Five-year vector control services agreement with County of Riverside for $115,000
• Public hearing for the formation of Community Facilities District No. 2021-2 (Sumac Ridge)
• Proposed ordinance to update citywide prima facie speed limits

The Menifee City Council approved a $3,248,237.43 contract with Southstar Engineering & Consulting for construction management of the Holland Road/I-215 overpass, and a $1,097,110 agreement with American Ramp Company for pump track bike trails. The council also introduced a citywide speed limit ordinance, adopted a citywide master drainage plan, and approved employment agreements for department directors. All votes were unanimous (4-0-1, with Councilmember Karwin absent).

• Approved $3,248,237.43 construction management contract for Holland Road/I-215 overpass (4-0-1)
• Approved $1,097,110 American Ramp Company agreement for pump track bike trails (4-0-1)
• Introduced ordinance updating citywide prima facie speed limits (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 21-1098 approving Citywide Master Drainage Plan (4-0-1)
• Approved employment agreements and benefits for department directors (4-0-1)
• Approved $115,000 vector control agreement with County of Riverside (4-0-1)
• Approved $2,230,353.25 in warrants and payroll registers (4-0-1)
• Approved formation of Community Facilities District No. 2021-2 (Sumac Ridge) (4-0-1)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Crossroads project. The body is asked to consider approving a plot plan, conditional use permit, public convenience and necessity, and a tentative parcel map.

• Plot Plan No. PLN 20-0273 (Crossroads)
• Conditional Use Permit No. PLN 20-0272 (Crossroads)
• Public Convenience and Necessity No. PLN 21-0211 (Crossroads)
• Tentative Parcel Map No. PLN 20-0275 (Crossroads)
• Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Crossroads project

The Planning Commission approved the Menifee Crossroads project, which includes a plot plan, conditional use permit, public convenience and necessity, and tentative parcel map, all subject to conditions of approval. The applicant objected to conditions requiring a raised median on Bradley Road and other items, but the commission approved the project unanimously (5-0) with those conditions. The commission also adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project.

• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-545, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-546, approving Plot Plan No. PLN 20-0273 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-547, approving Conditional Use Permit No. PLN 20-0272 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-548, approving Public Convenience and Necessity No. PLN 21-0211 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-549, approving Tentative Parcel Map No. PLN 20-0275 (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The Council will consider several items including police department grants, road improvements, and a new ordinance regarding camping and personal property storage. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding existing litigation.

• Adams Avenue Street Improvement Project Phase II acceptance
• Lazy Creek Park Parking Lot Improvement contract for $214,594.60
• $80,000 Office of Traffic Safety Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant
• Camping and Storage of Personal Property Ordinance adoption
• Flock Safety Group Inc. contract amendment for license plate reader cameras

The Menifee City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2021-328 regulating camping and storage of personal property in public areas. The council also approved the consent calendar, including $6,108,271.06 in warrants and payroll, and accepted the 2021/2022 Pavement Management Program Report Update. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except where noted.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-328 regulating camping and storage of personal property in public areas (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $6,108,271.06 in warrants and payroll (5-0)
• Approved 'Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park' name for Pump Track at Evans Road and Craig Avenue (5-0)
• Awarded $214,594.60 contract to Roadway Engineering & Contracting, Inc. for Lazy Creek Park parking lot improvements (5-0)
• Accepted $80,000 Office of Traffic Safety Selective Traffic Enforcement Program Grant (5-0)
• Accepted $1,809.46 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant (5-0)
• Approved $41,250 Flock Safety Group contract amendment for additional license plate reader cameras (5-0)
• Approved $104,746.86 Axon dash camera purchase and contract amendment (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding development permits and plot plans for the Crossroads project and a Popeyes restaurant. The body will also discuss the remaining 2021 meeting schedule.

• Crossroads: Plot Plan No. PLN 20-0273, Conditional Use Permit No. PLN 20-0272, Public Convenience and Necessity No. PLN 21-0211, and Tentative Parcel Map No. PLN 20-0275
• Popeyes Restaurant: Conditional Use Permit No. PLN20-0347 and Plot Plan No. PLN20-0348
• Discussion of the 2021 Planning Commission meeting schedule

The Menifee Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit and plot plan for a Popeyes Restaurant at Newport Road and Winterhawk Road, adopting Resolutions PC21-543 and PC21-94 unanimously. The Crossroads project was continued to the October 27, 2021 meeting. The commission also agreed to cancel its November 24 and December 22, 2021 meetings.

• Approved Plot Plan No. PLN20-0348 for Popeyes Restaurant (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. PLN20-0347 for Popeyes Restaurant (5-0)
• Continued Crossroads project (PLN20-0273, PLN20-0272, PLN21-0211, PLN20-0275) to October 27, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved September 22, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Agreed to cancel November 24 and December 22, 2021 meetings

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider an urgency ordinance for a 45-day moratorium on utility-scale battery storage. The meeting also includes discussions on new regulations for camping in public areas and noise control.

• 45-day moratorium on utility-scale battery storage uses
• Ordinance regarding camping and storage of personal property in public areas
• Ordinance establishing noise regulations for residential, commercial, and multi-family properties
• $2,000,000 budget amendment for developer-funded CEQA consultant services
• $36,189 asset forfeiture appropriation for the Menifee Police Department

The City Council adopted an urgency ordinance imposing a 45-day moratorium on utility-scale battery storage uses, with options to extend up to two years. The council also introduced an ordinance regulating camping and storage of personal property in public areas, as amended to hold property owners accountable. Several consent calendar items were approved, including grants, budget adjustments, and a fee schedule amendment.

• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 2021-327 imposing 45-day moratorium on utility-scale battery storage (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance regulating camping and storage of personal property in public areas, as amended (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including $6,719,886.04 in warrants and payroll (5-0)
• Accepted $12,946 State Homeland Security Program Grant (5-0)
• Accepted $9,535 Justice Assistance Grant for Police Department (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1082 appropriating $2,000,000 for CEQA consultant services (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1083 amending Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fees (5-0)
• Approved Final Map and agreements for Parcel Map 38005, RV Super Center (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit and plot plan for a Popeyes Restaurant. The body will also conduct a workshop to discuss draft design standards for multifamily housing.

• Public hearing for Popeyes Restaurant Conditional Use Permit No. PLN20-0347 and Plot Plan No. PLN20-0348
• Workshop for Draft Multifamily Objective Design Standards

The Menifee Planning Commission held a regular meeting on September 22, 2021, and approved the agenda and the August 25, 2021 minutes. The only public hearing item, a conditional use permit and plot plan for a Popeyes restaurant, was continued to the October 13, 2021 meeting due to posting requirements. The commission also received a workshop presentation on draft multifamily objective design standards, but took no action on it.

• Approved agenda with no modifications (5-0)
• Approved August 25, 2021 minutes (4-0-1, White abstained)
• Continued Popeyes Conditional Use Permit No. PLN20-0347 and Plot Plan No. PLN20-0348 to October 13, 2021 (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss infrastructure funding, public safety reporting, and fire service agreements. The body is also reviewing a fund balance policy and a performance report for the Community Development Block Grant Program.

• Establishment of Community Facilities District No. 2021-2 (Sumac Ridge) with bonded indebtedness not to exceed $15,000,000
• Contract with R.J. Noble Company for McCall Boulevard Resurfacing in the amount of $1,232,866.50
• Professional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn & Associates for Garbani Road / I-215 Interchange not to exceed $570,264.16
• Purchase of patrol vehicle disinfecting robots from Command Sourcing, Inc. for $9,998.61
• Public hearing for the 2020/2021 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for the Community Development Block Grant Program

The City Council approved a $1,232,866.50 contract with R.J. Noble Company for McCall Boulevard resurfacing, along with related budget carryovers and a utility relocation agreement. The Council also approved a three-year fire services agreement with CalFire and Riverside County through June 30, 2024, and adopted a revised fund balance policy setting reserves at 35% of the general fund. All votes were unanimous except for one recusal on a settlement agreement.

• Approved $1,232,866.50 contract for McCall Blvd resurfacing (5-0)
• Approved fire services agreement with CalFire/Riverside County through June 30, 2024 (5-0)
• Adopted revised fund balance policy with 35% total reserves (5-0)
• Approved $187,950 amendment for Bradley Bridge over Salt Creek (5-0)
• Approved $570,264.16 agreement for Garbani Road/I-215 interchange study (5-0)
• Approved $9,998.61 purchase of disinfecting robots for police (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for Sumac Ridge CFD, up to $15M in bonds (5-0)
• Approved settlement and bond release for Calder Ranch (4-0, Liesemeyer recused)

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to review and discuss city fire services. No other action items are listed on the agenda.

• Fire Services Workshop

The City Council held a special meeting as a workshop on fire services, receiving presentations from staff and the Riverside County Fire Program. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were made; the meeting was informational only, covering current services, the future Fire Station No. 5 project, and cost considerations.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission is meeting to discuss the naming of a pump track and review a master plan update. The body will also receive reports from the Community Services Department on various park and recreation projects.

• Proposed naming of the Evans Park Pump Track as 'Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park'
• Update on the Trails, Parks, Open Space and Recreation Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee
• Review of August 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of future items including a Senior Transportation Program and Music & Arts Festival
• Potential annexation of County Land for a Regional Park

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council accept the name 'Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park' for the pump track at Evans Park. The commission also authorized a recommendation to conduct an updated needs assessment by surveying Menifee residents. Both actions passed 4-0.

• Authorized recommendation to City Council to name Evans Park pump track 'Gale Webb, Kids-R-#1, Action Sports Park' (4-0)
• Authorized recommendation to conduct updated needs assessment via resident survey (4-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the annexation of the Sagewood project into a maintenance services district. The body will also discuss illegal business registration, mobile home rent stabilization, and a city flag program.

• Annexation of Tentative Tract Map 37400 (Sagewood) at Barnett Road and McLaughlin Road
• $280,928 contract amendment with T.Y. LIN International for Holland Road / I-215 Overpass Project
• Refinancing of 2019 Streetlight Financing Agreement with Banc of America Leasing & Capital
• Discussion on amending, replacing, or repealing County Ordinance No. 760 regarding mobile home rent stabilization
• Acceptance of improvements for Audie Murphy Ranch Crack Seal and Citywide Traffic Signal Interconnect (West) projects

The Menifee City Council approved a $280,928 amendment to the T.Y. Lin contract for the Holland Road/I-215 Overpass Project, and accepted completions for two public works projects. They also adopted resolutions for a special election and tax levy for the Sagewood development, refinanced streetlight debt, and continued discussions on mobile home rent stabilization and a city flag program.

• Approved $280,928 contract amendment for Holland Road/I-215 Overpass (5-0)
• Accepted improvements and filed Notice of Completion for Audie Murphy Ranch Crack Seal Project (5-0)
• Accepted improvements and filed Notice of Completion for Traffic Signal Interconnect West Project (5-0)
• Approved release of warranty and survey monument bonds for Tract Map 37102 (5-0)
• Approved 75% bond reduction for Tract Map 36485-6 at Audie Murphy Ranch (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-1059 calling special election for Sagewood CFD (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-1060 declaring results of special landowner election (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance levying special tax in CFD 2017-1 (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the Crossroads project. The body will consider approving a plot plan, conditional use permit, public convenience and necessity, and a tentative parcel map.

• Plot Plan No. PLN 20-0273 (Crossroads)
• Conditional Use Permit No. PLN 20-0272 (Crossroads)
• Public Convenience and Necessity No. PLN 21-0211 (Crossroads)
• Tentative Parcel Map No. PLN 20-0275 (Crossroads)
• Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Crossroads project

The Menifee Planning Commission voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for the Crossroads project (Plot Plan No. PLN 20-0273, Conditional Use Permit No. PLN 20-0272, Public Convenience and Necessity No. PLN 21-0211, and Tentative Parcel Map No. PLN 20-0275) to October 13, 2021. The continuance was granted to allow staff to reevaluate access to the Newport Plaza shopping center, after multiple business owners and a resident spoke against the proposed raised median. The Commission also approved the July 28, 2021 meeting minutes and the meeting agenda, both unanimously with Commissioner David White absent.

• Continued the Crossroads project public hearing to October 13, 2021, to allow staff to reevaluate access to Newport Plaza shopping center.
• Approved the August 25, 2021 meeting agenda unanimously (4-0-1, White absent).
• Approved the July 28, 2021 Planning Commission minutes unanimously (4-0-1, White absent).

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several professional service agreements and infrastructure contracts. The body is also discussing revisions to the Military Banner Program policy and appointing a delegate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference.

• Contract with Copp Contracting Inc. for Rancho LaVita Resurfacing in the amount of $799,364.75
• Purchase of nine PD fleet vehicles for a not-to-exceed amount of $468,476.33
• Professional services agreements for Community Facilities District formation totaling $550,000
• Warrant Register approval with a total budgetary impact of $8,424,367.52
• Cooperative Agreement for Salt Creek Audie Murphy Ranch Lines A, J, and N Storm Drain

The Menifee City Council approved the consent calendar, including $8.4M in vouchers and payroll, the purchase of nine police fleet vehicles for $468,476.33, and a $799,364.75 road resurfacing contract with Copp Contracting Inc. The council also adopted a revised Military Banner Program policy and appointed Mayor Pro Tem Sobek as voting delegate to the League of California Cities conference. No public comments were made, and Councilmember Karwin was absent.

• Approved consent calendar including $8,424,367.52 in vouchers and payroll (4-0)
• Approved purchase of nine police fleet vehicles for $468,476.33 (4-0)
• Awarded $799,364.75 contract to Copp Contracting for Rancho LaVita Resurfacing (4-0)
• Approved $550,000 in CFD consulting agreements with Urban Futures, Spicer, and Stradling (4-0)
• Adopted revised Military Banner Program Policy CC-30 (4-0)
• Appointed Mayor Pro Tem Sobek as voting delegate to LOCC conference (4-0)
• Approved minutes of August 4, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved agenda with no modifications (4-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will review progress on the Salt Creek Trail and provide recommendations to City Council. The body will also discuss and appoint a representative to the Menifee Specialized Transit Project Working Group.

• Review of Salt Creek Trail progress from Riverside County Parks Department
• Appointment of a representative to the Menifee Specialized Transit Project Working Group
• Parks Make Life Better Month Proclamation
• Approval of June 3, 2021 meeting minutes

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission authorized city staff to work with Riverside County staff on a proposal for a feasibility study on the maintenance and connectivity of the Salt Creek Trail. The commission also appointed Chair Amorelli to the Menifee Specialized Transit Working Group. Both actions passed unanimously.

• Authorized city staff to work with county staff on a Salt Creek Trail feasibility study proposal (5-0)
• Authorized Chair Amorelli as appointee to the Menifee Specialized Transit Working Group (4-0, Bangle abstained)
• Approved June 3, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several professional services agreements and grant acceptances. Key discussions include the 2021/22 redistricting process and the development of a governmental access channel.

• Agreement with Bear Demographics & Research for redistricting not to exceed $64,000
• Acceptance of $251,604 PLHA grant for First Time Homebuyer's Down Payment Assistance Program
• Council Chamber audio visual improvements with Pacific West Sound ($139,483.89) and TV Pro Gear ($49,995.00)
• Professional services agreement with Pinnacle Training Systems for Police Department Wellness Program not to exceed $60,126.10
• Final map and security agreements for Tract 36852 (Del Oro Development) and Tract 29835-3 (KB Home Coastal Inc.)

The Menifee City Council approved a consent calendar including $3.7M in vouchers and several contracts, and authorized staff to develop a PEG access channel partnership with Mt. San Jacinto College and the County of Riverside. The council also directed staff to formalize quarterly public safety reports from police and fire departments.

• Approved consent calendar including $3,719,558.59 in vouchers (5-0)
• Approved $64,000 redistricting contract with Bear Demographics (5-0)
• Approved $49,700 Menifee Matters magazine contract with JPW Communications (5-0)
• Approved $60,126.10 police wellness program with Pinnacle Training Systems (5-0)
• Approved $139,483.89 AV upgrade for Council Chambers (5-0)
• Approved $251,604 housing grant for first-time homebuyer program (5-0)
• Approved Freedom Business Park agreements, 4-1 (Liesemeyer opposed)
• Authorized PEG channel partnership with Mt. San Jacinto College and County of Riverside (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will meet to review and discuss a proposed project called Beyond Food Mart. This project is located within the Economic Development Corridor (EDC) McCall Boulevard Land Use District.

• Beyond Food Mart Workshop: discussion of proposed project in the EDC McCall Boulevard Land Use District
• Approval of July 14, 2021 Planning Commission minutes

The Menifee Planning Commission held a workshop to discuss the proposed Beyond Food Mart project, including a gas station, car wash, and commercial frontage. No formal decisions were made; commissioners expressed support for the front parcel use and suggested office and medical buildings with minimal housing on rear parcels.

• Approved July 14, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda with no modifications (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss whether the city should become a Passport Acceptance Facility. The meeting also includes several contract approvals for IT, GIS, and animal services, as well as the purchase of road safety vehicles.

• Purchase of a patch truck ($230,993.10), water truck ($106,758.79), and skid steer ($67,244.97)
• Animal Field Services contract increase not to exceed $234,000 per year
• Professional Services Agreement with NorthSouth GIS, LLC not to exceed $111,540
• SB 821 funds for Sun City Community ($183,886) and Lazy Creek Park ($88,380.50) pedestrian projects
• Resolution of Intention to annex Area No. 9 into CFD No. 2017-1 (Sagewood) for special tax levy

The Menifee City Council approved the consent calendar, including $2,274,935.35 in warrants and payroll, a street sweeping agreement with CR&R, Inc. for $68,463.62, and purchases of road safety vehicles and equipment totaling $405,000. They also authorized staff to apply to become a Passport Acceptance Facility. All votes were 4-0-1 with Councilmember Liesemeyer absent.

• Approved consent calendar including warrants and payroll totaling $2,274,935.35 (4-0-1)
• Approved street sweeping agreement with CR&R, Inc. for $68,463.62 (4-0-1)
• Approved road safety vehicle purchases: patch truck $230,993.10, water truck $106,758.79, skid steer $67,244.97 (4-0-1)
• Authorized staff to apply for Passport Acceptance Facility status (4-0-1)
• Approved $60,000 amendment to Helixstorm IT services contract (consent)
• Approved $111,540 GIS support agreement with NorthSouth GIS (consent)
• Accepted $272,266.50 in SB 821 funds for pedestrian projects (consent)
• Approved $32,464.42 change order for Traffic Signal Interconnect Project (4-0-1)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding several permits for the Newport Pointe Commercial Center. The body will also discuss city-wide projects involving service stations, car wash businesses, and drive-thru restaurants.

• Newport Pointe Commercial Center: Conditional Use Permit No. PLN19-0044 for a drive-thru car wash
• Newport Pointe Commercial Center: Minor Conditional Use Permit No. PLN20-0359 for off-premise sale of beer, wine, and spirits
• Newport Pointe Commercial Center: Tentative Parcel Map No. 37071, Plot Plan No. PLN19-0045, and Sign Program No. PLN19-0046
• Discussion of city-wide service stations, car wash businesses, and drive-thru restaurant projects

The Menifee Planning Commission unanimously approved the Newport Pointe Commercial Center project, which includes a grocery store, restaurants, a fitness center, a car wash, and a day care. The approval was granted through five resolutions covering a mitigated negative declaration, a tentative parcel map, a plot plan and sign program, a conditional use permit for the car wash, and a minor conditional use permit for alcohol sales. The commission also discussed service stations, car washes, and drive-thru restaurants, but took no action on that item.

• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-538, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the project
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-539, approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 37071 (PLN19-0047)
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-540, approving Plot Plan No. PLN19-0045 and Sign Program PLN19-0046
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-541, approving Conditional Use Permit No. PLN19-0044 for a drive-thru car wash
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-542, approving Minor Conditional Use Permit No. PLN20-0359 for off-premise alcohol sales
• Approved the June 23, 2021 Planning Commission minutes unanimously (5-0)
• Approved the agenda unanimously (5-0) with no modifications

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss solid waste rate adjustments and hold public hearings on delinquent waste accounts and county service area charges. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and special tax ordinances for community facility districts.

• Proposed solid waste rate adjustment for Waste Management of the Inland Empire
• Right-of-Way contract for Holland Road overpass not to exceed $512,500
• Project Initiation Document for Garbani Road / I-215 Interchange estimated at $200,000
• EnCodePlus software agreement amendment for a total contract of $130,500
• Special tax ordinances for Community Facilities Districts including Audie Murphy Ranch and Hidden Hills

The City Council approved the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program and Funding Plan for FY2021-22 through FY2025-26, with an amendment to raise the priority of a traffic signal at Goetz Road and Vista Way from level three to one. The Council also approved the consent calendar, including a $6.57 million warrant register, and adopted ordinances for community facility district levies. The burglar alarm ordinance was continued for further discussion, and the industrial warehouse item was continued with direction to staff to prepare a nexus assessment on traffic impacts.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-1050, adopting the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program and Funding Plan FY2021-22 to FY2025-26, with the Goetz Road/Vista Way traffic signal priority raised to level one.
• Approved the consent calendar, including the Treasurer's Report for May 2021, warrant register totaling $6,572,285.90, and various agreements and resolutions.
• Approved Resolution No. 21-1039, updating the MOU with the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce for FY2021/22.
• Approved the Waste Management FY2021/2022 solid waste rate adjustment.
• Rejected all bids for the McCall Boulevard Resurfacing Project (CIP 21-13).
• Adopted Ordinances No. 2021-320 through 2021-325, levying special taxes for six Community Facilities Districts for FY2021-22.
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1047, placing delinquent solid waste accounts on the FY2021/22 property tax roll.
• Continued the Burglar Alarm Systems Ordinance and the Industrial Warehouse and Logistics Development items for further discussion and direction.

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approvals for the Motte Country Plaza project. This includes a gas station, convenience store, car wash, and the relocation of a Chinese bistro.

• Public hearing for Motte Country Plaza Gas Station, Car Wash and Chinese Bistro Relocation
• Approval of Plot Plan No. 2018-300
• Conditional Use Permit No. 2018-301 for gasoline service stations, convenience store, and car wash
• Conditional Use Permit No. 2018-302 for off-premises sale of beer and wine
• Approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. 2018-320 (PM 37992)

The Menifee Planning Commission approved a project for a gas station, car wash, and Chinese bistro relocation at Motte Country Plaza, including a mitigated negative declaration, plot plan, two conditional use permits, and a tentative parcel map. All approvals were unanimous (5-0) with revised conditions of approval as presented by staff, despite applicant concerns about future improvement securities. The public hearing included discussion but no public comments or correspondence.

• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-533, adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-534, approving Plot Plan No. 2018-300 with revised conditions (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-535, approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2018-302 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-536, approving Conditional Use Permit No. 2018-301 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-537, approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 2018-320 (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider accepting $6,606,837 in federal COVID-19 relief funds and approve several infrastructure and IT contracts. The meeting includes discussions on community services, IT workplans, and various professional service agreements.

• Acceptance of $6,606,837 in American Rescue Plan funds for COVID-19 public health and safety
• Contract with Hillcrest Contracting, Inc. for Paloma Wash Trail Improvements for $1,491,302.75
• Microsoft Office 365 licenses and migration services agreement not to exceed $1,250,000
• Agreement with Quest Media & Supplies Inc. for backup services not to exceed $191,460
• Special tax levies for Community Facilities Districts 2019-1, 2020-1, and 2020-2

The Menifee City Council approved accepting $6,606,837 in American Rescue Plan funds and a four-month extension of the fire services agreement with Riverside County. They also approved numerous contracts, including a $1.49M trail improvement project and a $1.25M Microsoft licensing agreement. The meeting included presentations on community services and IT, and the council approved the strategic visioning plan with revisions.

• Accepted $6,606,837 in American Rescue Plan funds (5-0)
• Approved 4-month fire services extension with Riverside County (5-0)
• Awarded $1,491,302.75 contract to Hillcrest Contracting for Paloma Wash Trail (5-0)
• Approved $1.25M Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with Crayon Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $176,460 backup services agreement with Quest Media (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-318 for CFD 2017-1 Annexation No. 8 special taxes (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-319 for CFD 2021-1 Banner Park special taxes (5-0)
• Approved updated Strategic Visioning Plan with revisions (5-0)

Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission is meeting to discuss a potential facility use partnership with Santa Rosa Academy. The meeting also includes updates from the Community Services Department regarding parks, recreation, and capital improvements.

• Facility Use Partnership with Santa Rosa Academy
• Parks in Progress Update
• Recreation Division Update
• Special Events Update
• Capital Improvement Program Update

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission approved the May 6, 2021 minutes and the agenda, both unanimously (5-0). They received and filed a report on a facility use partnership with Santa Rosa Academy for summer programs. The commission also voted unanimously to invite Riverside County Parks Department staff to a future meeting to discuss the Salt Creek Trail. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of staff updates and reports.

• Approved May 6, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Received and filed report on Santa Rosa Academy facility use partnership
• Motion passed to invite Riverside County Parks staff to discuss Salt Creek Trail (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget and the GANN Appropriations Limit. The body will also discuss professional services for the Central Park Amphitheater and various community facility district taxes.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget
• Professional services agreement with T.Y. Lin International for Central Park Amphitheater not to exceed $445,103
• Warrant Register total budgetary impact of $2,546,450.35
• Professional Services Agreement with PlaceWorks Inc. for Quail Hills Project not to exceed $104,232
• Proposed formation of Community Facilities District No. 2021-1 (Banner Park)

The Menifee City Council unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 budget, the GANN Appropriations Limit, and the Classification and Compensation Plan. The Council also approved a $445,103 professional services agreement with T.Y. Lin International for design, engineering, and architectural services for the Central Park Amphitheater, with Mayor Zimmerman voting against. Several other items were approved, including consent calendar items, public hearing actions on community facilities districts, and a developer reimbursement agreement.

• Adopted FY 2021/2022 budget, GANN limit, and compensation plan (5-0)
• Approved $445,103 amphitheater design contract with T.Y. Lin International (4-1, Zimmerman no)
• Approved consent calendar including $2,546,450.35 in warrants (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1027 for SB 1 road projects (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-317 levying CFD 2015-2 special taxes (5-0)
• Approved developer reimbursement and PlaceWorks agreement for Quail Hills project (5-0)
• Approved final map and bond agreements for Tract 29835-2 Underwood (5-0)
• Continued Five-year Capital Improvement Program budget to June 16 (5-0)

City Council and Planning Commission Special Joint Meeting

The Menifee City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint workshop study session. The body will review a presentation and provide input on the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update.

• Discussion of 2021-2029 Housing Element Update
• Review of associated updates to Land Use and Safety Elements of the General Plan
• Review of Environmental Justice Policy updates of the General Plan

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the annexation of territory into Community Facilities District 2015-2. The body is also reviewing the Public Safety Committee's evolution and approving various landscape improvements.

• Public hearing for Annexation No. 37 to Community Facilities District 2015-2
• Warrant Register approval with a total budgetary impact of $3,517,795.02
• Acceptance of landscape improvements at Audie Murphy Ranch North Phase 2
• Budget Amendment Resolution for appropriations increase in various special districts
• Closed session labor negotiations with Menifee Police Officers, Management, and Employee Associations

The Menifee City Council voted unanimously to dissolve the Public Safety subcommittee and directed staff to bring back options for presenting public safety reports to the Council. The Council also approved the consent calendar, including a $3.5 million warrant register, and adopted resolutions for a Community Facilities District annexation. No other substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals and recognitions.

• Dissolved the Public Safety subcommittee (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring back options for public safety report presentations (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $3,517,795.02 warrant register (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-1025 calling election for CFD 2015-2 Annexation No. 37 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-1026 declaring results of special landowner election (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance amending CFD 2015-2 special tax (5-0)
• Approved minutes of May 5, 2021 meetings (5-0)

Special City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. The council will review a presentation and provide input on these financial plans.

• Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget & Capital Improvement Plan Workshop

The Menifee City Council held a special meeting workshop on the Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. Staff presented revenue and expenditure forecasts, including American Rescue Plan Act funds, Measure DD funding, and police department budgets. Councilmembers asked questions about new positions, traffic technician services, dispatch costs, and pensions, but no formal decisions or votes were made.

• Held budget workshop for FY 2021/22, no action taken
• Discussed new position requests and reclassifications
• Reviewed American Rescue Plan Act funding impacts
• Reviewed Quality of Life Measure (Measure DD) funding
• Reviewed police department budget and staffing projections

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will discuss the Fiscal Year 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program. The body is asked to determine if the program conforms with the adopted City of Menifee General Plan.

• Review and potential resolution for Fiscal Year 2021-26 Capital Improvement Program General Plan Consistency

The Menifee Planning Commission held a regular meeting on May 12, 2021, with three members present and two absent. The commission approved the April 28, 2021 minutes and adopted Resolution No. PC21-532, determining that the Fiscal Years 2021-22 through 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is in conformance with the City's General Plan. No public hearings or consent calendar items were on the agenda.

• Adopted Resolution No. PC21-532, finding the FY 2021-22 through 2025-26 CIP consistent with the General Plan (3-0)
• Approved the April 28, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved the agenda with no modifications (3-0)

Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2021/22 Budget and Capital Improvement Program update. The body will also discuss creating the Parks Make Life Better Ad Hoc Committee and appointing two commissioners to it.

• Fiscal Year 2021/22 Budget & CIP Update
• Creation of the Parks Make Life Better Ad Hoc Committee

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission adopted its FY 2021/2022 budget recommendations to City Council, covering general fund operating expenditures for the Community Services Department. It also authorized the creation of two new ad hoc committees—Parks Master Plan and Parks Make Life Better—with specific commissioner appointments. The meeting included updates on parks, recreation, and capital projects, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted FY 2021/2022 budget recommendations to City Council (moved by Croy, seconded by Ackerman)
• Authorized creation of Parks Master Plan Ad Hoc Committee, appointing Ackerman and Giedroyce (5-0)
• Authorized creation of Parks Make Life Better Ad Hoc Committee, appointing Bangle and Croy (5-0)
• Approved April 1, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several public works contracts including road resurfacing and safety median projects. The meeting also includes discussions on investment policies, landscape assessments, and a cybersecurity agreement.

• Onyx Paving Company Inc. contract for Premier/Menifee Lakes Resurfacing: $848,000
• IE General Engineering Inc. contract for Antelope Road Raised Safety Median: $507,115.00
• SHI International Corp. cybersecurity services agreement: $85,283.66
• Arroyo Background Investigations contract amendment: up to $32,000 total
• Warrant Register payroll and voucher approvals: $2,071,435.89

The Menifee City Council approved a $848,000 contract with Onyx Paving Company for the Premier/Menifee Lakes Resurfacing project (CIP 21-15), and a $507,115 contract with IE General Engineering for the Antelope Road Raised Safety Median project (CIP 19-03). The council also adopted the 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, with Mayor Zimmerman abstaining due to his role with the Boys and Girls Club. All other consent calendar items were approved unanimously, including the warrant register and investment policy.

• Awarded $848,000 contract to Onyx Paving for Premier/Menifee Lakes Resurfacing (CIP 21-15)
• Awarded $507,115 contract to IE General Engineering for Antelope Road Raised Safety Median (CIP 19-03)
• Adopted Resolution 21-1023 approving 2021/2022 CDBG Annual Action Plan (Mayor abstained)
• Approved $85,283.66 purchase order for cybersecurity SOC-as-a-Service from SHI International
• Approved $17,000 amendment to Arroyo Background Investigations contract (total $32,000)
• Approved final map and agreements for Tentative Parcel Map 37236 at 29565 Mapes Road
• Approved Treasurer's Report for March 2021
• Approved minutes for April 19 and April 21, 2021 meetings

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a workshop to review and discuss the revised Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This discussion is intended to provide direction to staff for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget.

• Workshop on the revised Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

The City Council held a workshop to review the revised Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for fiscal year 2021-22. They reached consensus on the project list, adjusting several priorities and reallocating funds, including $600,000 from the McCall Road and Grosse Pointe traffic signal to the Antelope Road and Mt. San Jacinto College signal. No formal votes were taken; all decisions were made by consensus during the workshop.

• Consensus to monitor Murrieta Road and Holland Road Intersection Realignment priority throughout the year
• Consensus to reallocate funds from McCall Road and Grosse Pointe traffic signal to another project
• Consensus to allocate $600,000 to Antelope Road and Mt. San Jacinto College traffic signal
• Consensus to adjust Bradley Road and Pebble Beach Drive traffic signal priority to level 2
• Consensus to adjust PMP-02 to priority level 2 and PMP-06 to priority level 1 with phased improvements
• Consensus to add Menifee Road resurfacing to Aldergate Drive to the Pavement Management Program list

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider approving a major master sign program and a monument sign. The body will also review a request for administrative relief regarding the Arco site at Newport and Bradley.

• Major Master Sign Program No. PLN 19-0035 for McCall Plaza
• Arco at Newport and Bradley Monument Sign Plot Plan No. PLN20-0135
• Administrative Relief No. PLN20-0125 for Arco at Newport and Bradley

The Menifee Planning Commission approved two sign-related items: a Major Master Sign Program for McCall Plaza and a monument sign with administrative relief for the Arco at Newport and Bradley. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0) and subject to conditions of approval. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved Major Master Sign Program No. PLN 19-0035 for McCall Plaza (5-0)
• Approved Plot Plan No. PLN20-0135 and Administrative Relief No. PLN20-0125 for Arco at Newport and Bradley (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss infrastructure projects, including a new fire station and road widening. The body is also considering the establishment of a new Community Facilities District for Banner Park.

• Professional Services Agreement with Dokken Engineering for McCall Boulevard & I-215 Interchange not to exceed $3,209,188
• Proposed Community Facilities District No. 2021-1 (Banner Park) with bonded indebtedness not to exceed $17,000,000
• Design Agreement with CannonDesign for New Fire Station No. 5 not to exceed $612,347
• Warrant Register ratification with a total budgetary impact of $2,509,722.51
• Funding requests for Bradley Road Bridge, Scott Road/Bundy Canyon Road widening, and police in-car cameras

The Menifee City Council approved a consent calendar that included forming Community Facilities District No. 2021-1 (Banner Park) with up to $17 million in bonded debt, and a $3.2 million agreement with Dokken Engineering for the McCall Boulevard & I-215 Interchange Project. The council also approved a support letter for Senate Bill 314, adopted a recognition policy, and accepted various project improvements and bond reductions. All votes were unanimous (5-0) unless noted.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1013 to form CFD No. 2021-1 (Banner Park) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1014 to incur up to $17,000,000 in bonded debt for Banner Park CFD (5-0)
• Approved $3,209,188 agreement with Dokken Engineering for McCall Blvd & I-215 interchange design (5-0)
• Approved $612,347 design agreement with CannonDesign for Fire Station No. 5 (5-0)
• Approved support letter for Senate Bill 314 (5-0)
• Adopted City Council Recognition Policy CC-24 (5-0)
• Approved $2,509,722.51 in warrants and payroll (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-316 repealing County Ordinance 810.2 (5-0)

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a workshop to review a presentation regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Capital Improvement Plan. Council members are invited to comment or provide input on the plan during this session.

• Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Capital Improvement Plan Workshop

The City Council held a workshop to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2021/22 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), including completed projects, projects under construction, and proposed new projects. No formal decisions were made; staff was directed to incorporate Council requests into the CIP and bring it back for approval during the budget process. Council members requested additions such as street lighting, pavement improvements, and an infrastructure study for District 4.

• Directed staff to add a lighting component to the CIP for city parks (consensus)
• Directed staff to add an infrastructure plan for the area near District 4 to the CIP (consensus)
• Requested staff to evaluate traffic signal need at McCall Boulevard and Grosse Pointe Drive
• Requested staff to research pavement and traffic signal improvements around Briggs and Garbani Road
• Requested staff to add Carmel Road and surrounding streets to the Pavement Management Program list
• Requested staff to add a parking and staging area for Salt Creek Trail to the CIP list
• Requested staff to add street improvements to Ethanac and Byers Road to the CIP list
• Requested staff to add the Regional Park as a priority in the CIP

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding updates to the Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan and associated mitigation fees. The body is also considering several professional service contracts for city infrastructure and auditing. Other items include a city reopening plan update and various land development approvals.

• Public hearing on Western Riverside County Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) Ordinance and Local Development Mitigation Fee updates
• Professional services agreement with T.Y. Lin International for Central Park Amphitheater design not to exceed $474,280
• Professional Audit Services agreement with Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP not to exceed $145,440
• Funding requests to Congressman Ken Calvert for Bradley Bridge, Scott Road/Bundy Canyon Road Widening, and McCall Boulevard/I-215 Interchange
• Warrant register ratification with a total budgetary impact of $7,070,421.93

The City Council introduced an ordinance to replace the county's MSHCP ordinance with Municipal Code Chapter 8.27 and adopted Resolution No. 21-1011 establishing the Local Development Mitigation Fee schedule. The council also approved a consent calendar including a $7.07 million warrant register, an audit services agreement, and several contract amendments. A contract for Central Park Amphitheater design services was continued, and a joint powers agreement for a risk authority merger was approved.

• Introduced ordinance to repeal and replace County Ordinance No. 810.2 with Municipal Code Chapter 8.27 for MSHCP.
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1011 establishing the MSHCP Local Development Mitigation Fee (LDMF) schedule.
• Approved warrant register with total budgetary impact of $7,070,421.93.
• Awarded audit services agreement to Rogers, Anderson, Malody & Scott, LLP for $145,440 (FY20/21-22/23) with option for two additional years up to $99,920.
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-1010 authorizing submission of three Community Project Funding requests to Congressman Ken Calvert, including Bradley Bridge, Scott Rd/Bundy Canyon Rd widening, and police in-car cameras.
• Continued the Central Park Amphitheater design services agreement (Item 10.5) for further discussion.
• Approved Amendment No. 1 with Adame Landscape, Inc. for irrigation repair services, increasing contract to $99,900.
• Adopted Joint Powers Agreement and Bylaws for California Intergovernmental Risk Authority, permitting merger of PARSAC and REMIF.

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will review current committee participation and recommend additional committees if needed. The body will also receive updates from the Community Services Department regarding parks, recreation, and capital improvements.

• Discussion on Commission participation in committees
• Parks in Progress update
• Capital Improvement Program update
• Future request: Conceptual plans for equestrian staging areas
• Future request: Annexation of County land for Regional Park

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission voted unanimously to create a nine-month Salt Creek Trail Ad Hoc Committee, with Commissioners Bangle and Croy serving. The commission also approved the March 4 meeting minutes and the agenda, both unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

• Created Salt Creek Trail Ad Hoc Committee for 9 months with Commissioners Bangle and Croy (unanimous)
• Approved March 4, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Added Riverside County Library construction project to Future Agenda Items (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider conditional use permits and plot plans for two developments. The body will also review minutes from the February 24, 2021 meeting.

• Menifee Montessori: Conditional Use No. PLN20-0223 and Plot Plan No. PLN20-0224
• Encanto/McCall Gas Station, Car Wash and Quick Serve Restaurant: Conditional Use Permits No. PLN 20-0002 and PLN 20-0004, and Plot Plan No. PLN 20-0003

The Menifee Planning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit and plot plan for the Menifee Montessori school, and a conditional use permit and plot plan for a gas station, car wash, and quick serve restaurant at Encanto/McCall. All votes were 5-0. The commission also approved the February 24, 2021 minutes.

• Approved Resolution No. PC21-525, approving Plot Plan No. PLN20-0224 for the Menifee Montessori project.
• Approved Resolution No. PC21-526, approving Conditional Use Permit No. PLN20-0223 for the Menifee Montessori project.
• Approved Resolution No. PC21-527, approving Plot Plan No. PLN 20-0003 for the Encanto/McCall gas station, car wash, and quick serve restaurant.
• Approved Resolution No. PC21-528, approving Conditional Use Permit No. PLN 20-0002 for the Encanto/McCall project.
• Approved Resolution No. PC21-529, approving Conditional Use Permit No. PLN 20-0004 for the Encanto/McCall project.
• Approved the February 24, 2021 minutes unanimously (5-0).

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the deferral and implementation of a new Development Impact Fee schedule effective July 1, 2021. The body will also consider several park and infrastructure contracts and a warrant register totaling $1,813,709.17.

• Public hearing for new Development Impact Fee schedule effective July 1, 2021
• Warrant register ratification with total budgetary impact of $1,813,709.17
• Contract with O'Duffy Bros Inc. for Ash Dale Way Drainage Improvements for $99,999
• Budget amendment of $300,000 for permanent restrooms at Lyle Marsh Park and Evans Park
• Contract with KOA Corporation for Evans Park Pump Track design for $34,820

The City Council approved Resolution No. 21-1007, deferring the Development Impact Fee yearly adjustment and establishing a new fee schedule effective July 1, 2021. The council also authorized a $34,820 contract for Evans Park Pump Track design, approved a $99,999 drainage improvement contract, and adopted several consent calendar items including a $1.8 million warrant register.

• Approved Resolution 21-1007 for DIF fee deferral and new fee schedule (5-0)
• Authorized $34,820 contract with KOA for Evans Park Pump Track design (5-0)
• Awarded $99,999 contract to O'Duffy Bros for Ash Dale Way drainage (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 appropriation for park restrooms (5-0)
• Approved $1,813,709.17 warrant register (5-0)
• Approved SpeakWrite transcription services agreement (5-0)
• Approved bond reductions for Tract 32277 improvements (5-0)
• Approved bond release for Parcel Map 36597 (5-0)

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a workshop to review and discuss updates to the Strategic Visioning Plan. Members may provide revisions to the current plan during this session.

• Workshop on Strategic Visioning Plan Update

The City Council held a special meeting to review and discuss updates to the Strategic Visioning Plan. Council members provided specific revisions across public safety, land use, and infrastructure areas, and staff will update the plan for future adoption. No formal decisions or votes were taken.

• Reviewed and discussed Strategic Visioning Plan updates
• Provided revisions to Strategic Visioning Plan for staff to incorporate

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will review the conceptual design for the Central Park Amphitheater. The body will also receive updates from the Community Services Department regarding parks, recreation, and maintenance.

• CIP No. 19-15 (CS030) Central Park Amphitheater Conceptual Design
• Approval of February 4, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of future agenda items including a Senior Transportation Program
• Proposed trail enhancements including difficulty-coded maps and equestrian staging areas
• Proposed park enhancements including public art and annexation of County land for a regional park

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission received and filed the conceptual design for the Central Park Amphitheater (CIP No. 19-15), which had been approved by City Council the previous day. The commission also voted unanimously to add Salt Creek Trail Phase 2 to its future agenda items list. All other items were informational updates or routine approvals.

• Received and filed Central Park Amphitheater conceptual design (moved by Croy, seconded by Giedroyce)
• Approved February 4, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Added Salt Creek Trail Phase 2 to future agenda items (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss the Fiscal Year 2020/21 mid-year budget review and the conceptual design for the Central Park Amphitheater. The body is also considering several grant acceptances and a professional services agreement for GIS implementation.

• Warrant Register approval for a total budgetary impact of $4,360,052.31
• Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) grant funds of $300,000
• Enterprise Agreement with Esri for GIS services not to exceed $165,000
• Emergency Management Performance Grant Program COVID-19 Supplemental of $7,500
• Conceptual design approval for CIP No. 19-15 (CS030) Central Park Amphitheater

The Menifee City Council approved the FY 2020/21 mid-year budget amendments, including additional appropriations and revenue recognitions, and updated the Classification and Compensation Plan. The Council also approved the conceptual design for the Central Park Amphitheater as recommended by the Ad Hoc Committee. Additionally, the Council directed staff to reach out to community organizations to lead a coronavirus memorial project, with the City providing support.

• Adopted Resolution 21-1004 for FY 2020/21 mid-year budget amendments (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-1005 updating Classification and Compensation Plan (5-0)
• Approved Central Park Amphitheater conceptual design (5-0)
• Directed staff to partner with community groups for coronavirus memorial (5-0)
• Accepted $7,500 EMPG-S COVID-19 grant and adopted Resolutions 21-1001 and 21-1002 (5-0)
• Approved Esri GIS agreement up to $180,000 total (5-0)
• Accepted $300,000 LEAP grant from HCD (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $4,360,052.31 in warrants (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding the reconstruction of a "Kingdom Hall." The commission is asked to consider adopting a resolution to approve Plot Plan No. PLN19-0065 subject to specific conditions.

• Public Hearing: "Kingdom Hall" Reconstruction - Plot Plan No. PLN19-0065

The Menifee Planning Commission unanimously approved Resolution No. PC21-524, approving Plot Plan No. PLN19-0065 for the reconstruction of the Kingdom Hall, subject to the Conditions of Approval. The public hearing was closed with no public comments received. The commission also heard updates on the Housing Element/General Plan update and discussed parking for Salt Creek Trail access.

• Approved Resolution No. PC21-524, approving Plot Plan No. PLN19-0065 for the Kingdom Hall reconstruction, subject to Conditions of Approval.
• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5-0) with no modifications.
• Approved the minutes of the previous meeting unanimously (5-0) with no modifications.

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a new ordinance for burglar alarm system operations and a substantial amendment to the 2019/2020 Community Development Block Grant Program. The body is also considering several construction contracts and service agreements.

• Proposed ordinance and fee resolution for burglar alarm registration and false alarm responses
• Contract with Optima RPM Inc. for Lazy Creek Center Improvements Project in the amount of $1,588,577
• Proposed $404,459 increase in revenue and expenditures for the Community Development Block Grant Program
• Three-year agreement with Trauma Intervention Programs, Inc. for $34,560
• Naming of a park facility in the Remington Place Development as Remington Park

The Menifee City Council approved a consent calendar that included a $1.59 million construction contract for the Lazy Creek Center Improvements Project and ratified $1.9 million in warrants and payroll. The council also approved a three-year agreement with Trauma Intervention Programs, Inc. for support services, a park naming request, and a CDBG-CV budget amendment. A proposed burglar alarm registration ordinance was continued for further study and revision.

• Approved $1,588,577 construction contract with Optima RPM Inc. for Lazy Creek Center Improvements (5-0)
• Ratified warrant register and payroll totaling $1,907,648.63 (5-0)
• Approved 3-year, $34,560 agreement with Trauma Intervention Programs, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved naming Remington Park in Remington Place Development (5-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 21-999 and 21-1000 for $404,459 CDBG-CV budget amendment (5-0)
• Continued burglar alarm registration ordinance for revision and public workshop (5-0)
• Approved employment agreement with Colin McNie through Dec 31, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved CalPERS non-active member healthcare contract via Resolution 21-997 (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will meet via live video to review and file the 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report. This review is required by state law to track progress on General Plan goals and policies.

• Review of the General Plan Annual Progress Report for 2020
• Approval of January 27, 2021 Planning Commission Minutes

The Menifee Planning Commission held a regular meeting with no public hearings or consent calendar items. The only substantive item was a receive-and-file presentation on the 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report, which required no action. The commission also approved the prior meeting minutes and the agenda, both unanimously.

• Approved agenda unanimously (5-0)
• Approved January 27, 2021 minutes unanimously (5-0)
• Received 2020 General Plan Annual Progress Report (no action required)

Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission Regular Meeting

The Commission will discuss and appoint representatives to various committees for 2021. The meeting includes updates from the Community Services Department on parks, recreation, and capital improvements.

• Appointment of 2021 Committee representatives
• Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Oath of office for incoming commissioner
• Discussion of future agenda items including a Senior Transportation Program
• Proposed annexation of County land for a Regional Park

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss the adoption of the 2021 Emergency Operations Plan and review several contract amendments for land development and traffic signals. The body is also considering ordinances to levy special taxes for maintenance services in two Community Facilities Districts.

• Voucher List and Payroll Register approval with total budgetary impact of $5,436,329.65
• Land development contract increases for Dudek ($40,000), Pettit ($75,000), and STB ($35,000)
• Vehicle lease agreements with Enterprise Fleet Management for the Menifee Police Department
• Special tax ordinances for CFD 2017-1 (Del Oro) and CFD 2015-2 (WellQuest Menifee, LLC)
• Traffic signal construction change order for Scott Road and Murrieta Road increasing contingency by $16,576.47

The Menifee City Council adopted the 2021 Emergency Operations Plan via Resolution No. 21-996, approved multiple consent calendar items including vehicle leases, contract amendments, and special tax ordinances, and continued a public hearing on the Sumac Ridge appeal off calendar. The meeting also included presentations on community services and solid waste compliance.

• Adopted 2021 Emergency Operations Plan (5-0)
• Approved $5,436,329.65 in warrants and payroll (5-0)
• Authorized police vehicle lease with Enterprise Fleet Management (5-0)
• Approved contract amendments for land development review services (5-0)
• Approved change order for Scott/Murrieta Road traffic signals (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-314 levying CFD 2017-1 special taxes (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2021-315 levying CFD 2015-2 special taxes (5-0)
• Continued Sumac Ridge appeal hearing off calendar (5-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission is meeting to handle administrative tasks and organizational setup. The body will swear in new commissioners, select leadership, and appoint members to a citizens advisory committee.

• Oath of office for incoming commissioners
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Appointments to the Menifee Citizens Advisory Committee
• Recognition of Planning Commissioner Earl Phillips
• Discussion of Planning Commission and Process Overview

The Menifee Planning Commission reorganized its leadership, appointing Benjamin Diederich as Chair and Randy Madrid as Vice Chair. The commission also approved minutes from two prior meetings and adopted appointments to the Citizens Advisory Committee. No public hearings or consent calendar items were held.

• Appointed Benjamin Diederich as Chair and Randy Madrid as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Adopted appointments of Commissioners White and LaDue to the Menifee Citizens Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved December 2, 2020 Joint City Council and Planning Commission minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved December 9, 2020 Planning Commission minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss the purchase of real property at Bradley Road and Cherry Hills Boulevard. The body is also deciding on several professional service contracts for housing standards and park lighting.

• Purchase of real property at Bradley Road and Cherry Hills Boulevard for $1,999,999
• Contract with MUSCO Sports Lighting, LLC for $730,000 for Centennial Park
• Agreement with Design Path Studio for $80,000 for ADU plans and handbook
• Agreement with PlaceWorks for $59,900 for SB 35 housing production standards
• Public hearings for annexations into Community Facilities Districts for WellQuest Senior Living and Del Oro Development

The Menifee City Council approved a $1,999,999 purchase of property at Bradley Road and Cherry Hills Boulevard, contracts for ADU plans and SB 35 standards, and a revised Donation Acceptance Policy. It also accepted traffic signal improvements, approved bond reductions, and continued a public hearing on the Sumac Ridge appeal.

• Approved $1,999,999 land purchase from Sun City Investments (5-0)
• Approved $730,000 Centennial Park sports lighting contract (5-0)
• Approved $80,000 Design Path Studio ADU plans agreement (5-0)
• Approved $59,900 PlaceWorks SB 35 standards agreement (5-0)
• Approved $271,216 for Motte-Rancon EIR reimbursement (5-0)
• Accepted traffic signal improvements at Menifee Road intersections (5-0)
• Adopted Donation Acceptance Policy revisions removing religious/alcohol restrictions (5-0)
• Continued Sumac Ridge appeal to Feb 3, 2021 (5-0)

Special Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission is meeting to discuss funding for restroom facilities and the naming of a new park. The body will make recommendations to the City Council regarding these items.

• Recommendation for $300,000 allocation from Local Parks (Quimby) Fund 620 for restroom buildings from CXT Inc. for Lyle Marsh Park and Evans Park Pump Track
• Total not to exceed $400,000 for engineering, construction, and installation of restroom facilities (CIP No. CS032)
• Recommendation to name the park facility in the Remington Place Development as Remington Park

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission unanimously recommended City Council approve naming the park in the Remington Place development as Remington Park (formerly McCall Mesa) and allocate up to $400,000 from Local Parks (Quimby) Fund 620 for permanent restrooms at Lyle Marsh Park and Evans Park. The commission also accepted the December 3, 2020 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended approval of Remington Park name for Remington Place park (unanimous)
• Recommended $400,000 allocation for permanent restrooms at Lyle Marsh and Evans Parks (unanimous)
• Accepted December 3, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Notice of Cancellation

The regular meeting of the Menifee Planning Commission scheduled for January 13, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2021.

Notice of Cancellation

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission meeting scheduled for January 7, 2021, has been cancelled.

City Council Meeting Cancelation

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for January 6, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2021.