Menifee public meetings in 2024
61 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Special City Council Meeting
The Menifee City Council will consider a resolution finding the retail pads at 27459 and 27483 Newport Road to be a public nuisance and order their abatement. The meeting also includes consent‑calendar actions such as a street‑name change, a police employee association MOU, and several contract amendments and purchase orders. Council members will discuss subcommittee and commission appointments and options for filling the District 2 vacancy.
- Adopt resolution declaring the retail pads at 27459 & 27483 Newport Road a public nuisance
- Approve street‑name change from “Squaw Valley Drive” to “Olympic Valley Drive”
- Adopt MOU with Menifee Miscellaneous Police Employee Association (July 1 2024 – June 30 2027) and approve the Classification and Compensation Plan
- Amend GoGov, Inc. professional services agreement, increasing the contract amount by $4,200 for FY 2024/2025
- Authorize purchase orders for laptops, desktops and monitors up to $250,000 (with additional authority up to $300,000 in future fiscal years)
The Menifee City Council approved a $6.8 million, 10-year contract with Axon for police body-worn and dash cameras, and adopted a street name change from Squaw Valley Drive to Olympic Valley Drive. They also declared retail pads at the Krikorian Entertainment Complex a public nuisance, ratified committee appointments, and directed staff to fill the vacant District 2 seat by appointment.
- Approved Axon camera contract up to $6,814,103.84 (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-1523 renaming Squaw Valley Drive to Olympic Valley Drive (4-0)
- Declared Krikorian Entertainment Complex retail pads a public nuisance (4-0)
- Approved successor MOU with Menifee Police Employee Association (4-0)
- Approved $3,884,180.41 in warrants and payroll (4-0)
- Approved $250,000 for laptop/desktop/monitor replacements (4-0)
- Directed staff to fill District 2 vacancy by appointment (4-0)
- Ratified 2025 subcommittee and regional board appointments (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Special City Council Meeting - Election Certification
The City Council will meet to officially declare the results of the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election. The body will administer oaths of office to new members and appoint a Mayor Pro Tem for the 2025 term.
- Certification of November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election results
- Oath of Office for Bob Karwin (District 1 Councilmember)
- Oath of Office for Dan Temple (District 3 Councilmember)
- Oath of Office for Ricky Estrada (Mayor)
- Appointment of Mayor Pro Tem for 2025
The City Council certified the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election results via Resolution No. 24-1522, with all members voting in favor. The council also administered oaths to newly elected members, including Mayor Ricky Estrada, and selected Bob Karwin as Mayor Pro Tem for 2025.
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-1522 declaring election results (5-0)
- Administered Oath of Office to Bob Karwin, Dan Temple, and Mayor Ricky Estrada
- Selected Bob Karwin as Mayor Pro Tem for 2025 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the expansion of The View Church. The body will consider a CEQA exemption and the approval of a major modification and minor conditional use permit for the site.
- Public hearing for The View Church expansion at the southwest corner of McCall Boulevard and Sun City Boulevard
- Proposed Major Modification No. PLN24-0001
- Proposed Minor Conditional Use Permit No. PLN24-0002
- Determination of CEQA Categorical Exemption under Section 15332 In-Fill Development Projects
The Menifee Planning Commission approved a major modification and minor conditional use permit for The View Church at McCall Boulevard and Sun City Boulevard, determining the project categorically exempt from CEQA. The vote was 3-0 with two commissioners absent. No other substantive decisions were made; the agenda and prior meeting minutes were approved unanimously.
- Approved Resolution PC24-646 for The View Church major modification and minor conditional use permit (3-0)
- Determined project categorically exempt from CEQA under Section 15332 (3-0)
- Approved October 23, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will discuss a proposed amendment to a development agreement with Pulte Home Company, LLC. The committee will review Amendment No. 3 for the Cimarron Ridge Development and determine if it should be submitted to the City Council for approval.
- Proposed Amendment No. 3 to the June 7, 2017 Development Agreement with Pulte Home Company, LLC for Cimarron Ridge Development
The Finance Committee reviewed Amendment No. 3 to the Development Agreement with Pulte Home Company, LLC for the Cimarron Ridge Development and recommended it be submitted to the City Council for approval. The minutes record no other substantive decisions; the meeting was procedural and brief.
- Recommended Amendment No. 3 to the Cimarron Ridge Development Agreement for City Council approval (unanimous)
Parks, Recreation, and Trails Committee Meeting
The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission will review information on a proposed Heritage Park and decide on next steps. Commissioners will also consider and approve the 2025 meeting calendar for the commission. Additional updates include a youth and all‑inclusive programs overview and a preview of future field and facilities user fee changes.
- Heritage Park discussion – review and discuss information on a future park
- Approve 2025 Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission meeting calendar
- Youth & All‑Inclusive Programs overview presentation
- Public comments on non‑agenda items (limited to three minutes per speaker)
- Future agenda request: review Field and Facilities User Fees – March 2025
The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission recommended staff reintroduce a heritage park as a proposed capital project to City Council during the March 2025 budget workshop. The commission also approved the 2025 meeting calendar, canceling the January and July 2025 meetings. Minutes from November 7, 2024, were approved unanimously (4-0).
- Recommended heritage park as capital project for March 2025 budget workshop
- Approved 2025 meeting calendar, canceling January and July meetings (4-0)
- Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Special City Council Meeting - Menifee Innovation District Specific Plan Joint Meeting
The City Council and commissioners will meet for a workshop regarding the Menifee Innovation District Specific Plan. The body will provide input and direction to staff to develop a vision statement for the plan.
- Menifee Innovation District Specific Plan Workshop
City Council Meeting
The Menifee City Council will consider a range of items, including waiving readings of ordinances, approving financial reports, and adopting several memorandums of understanding with police associations. The council will also vote on a bid award and contract for construction services on the Civic Center Parking Lot, a $3,292,946.60 project. Additional agenda items cover flood control agreements, IT service contracts, and a public hearing on the Murrieta Road Warehouse Project appeal.
- Waive reading of all ordinances listed on the agenda
- Approve Treasurer's Report for September 2024
- Adopt MOU with Menifee Police Officers Association (2024‑2027)
- Award $3,292,946.60 contract to Hillcrest Contracting, Inc. for Civic Center Parking Lot
- Public hearing to adopt appeal overturning Planning Commission decision for Murrieta Road Warehouse Project
The Menifee City Council approved consent calendar items including new three-year MOUs with police officer and management associations, a $3.29M contract for the Civic Center parking lot, and several development-related maps and agreements. The council continued the appeal of the Murrieta Road Warehouse Project to a later date, with a 3-2 vote. It also approved an amended recognition policy for the Key to the City.
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-1518 approving MPOA MOU (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-1520 approving MPMA MOU (5-0)
- Awarded $3,292,946.60 contract to Hillcrest Contracting for Civic Center Parking Lot (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-405 for Ethanac Business Park Specific Plan Amendment (5-0)
- Approved $9,734,411.73 in warrants and payroll (5-0)
- Continued Murrieta Road Warehouse Project appeal (3-2)
- Approved amended City Council Recognition Policy (5-0)
- Approved language interpretation services on-call list (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Ethanac Business Park and an appeal for the CADO Menifee Industrial Warehouse Project. The body is also considering several contracts for city infrastructure, police equipment, and professional services.
- Purchase of six police vehicles from Winner Chevrolet for up to $392,138.55
- Contract with AD Improvements, Inc. for Krikorian Entertainment Complex demolition for $231,100
- Contract with David Ollis Landscape Development, Inc. for Cherry Hills Street Median project for up to $133,983.20
- Public hearing for Ethanac Business Park General Plan and Specific Plan amendments
- Ordinance to levy special taxes for Legado Community Facilities District No. 2022-3
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Finance Committee Meeting
The committee will receive an update on the FY 2023/24 city financial audit and provide feedback. It will review four proposed Community Facilities Districts (CFD 2025‑1, CFD 2025‑2, CFD 2025‑4, and CFD 2023‑2) that would fund public improvements for new housing developments. The committee will also consider a bond issuance request for CFD 2023‑2 (Cimarron Ridge) to finance improvements for 424 homes and recommend preparation of legal documents for City Council.
- FY 2023/24 Annual Financial Audit update and feedback
- CFD 2025‑1: 96 single‑family homes in Tract 38128
- CFD 2025‑2 (Quartz Trail): 80 lots north of Corson Ave, east of Evans Rd
- CFD 2025‑4 (Heritage Village): 162 townhomes north of Rouse Rd, west of Menifee Rd
- Bond issuance for CFD 2023‑2 (Cimarron Ridge) covering 424 homes south of Rouse Rd, west of Byers Rd
Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission is meeting to review parkland dedication requirements and conceptual designs. The body will discuss Quimby Act assessments for specific tracts and provide feedback on a citywide park signage project.
- Amended Quimby Assessment for Quartz Trail (Tract 36803)
- Park conceptual plan and Quimby review for Valor Park (Tract 37671)
- Conceptual design options for the Park Signage Project
- NFL Flag Football League Champions and Coach recognitions
- Future review of Field and Facilities User Fees scheduled for March 2025
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Meeting
The Menifee City Council will discuss labor negotiations with police unions and several pending lawsuits in a closed session, then move to the regular session to approve meeting minutes and a consent calendar. The consent calendar includes waiving readings of ordinances, approving voucher lists with a total budgetary impact of $11,368,336.62, and accepting multiple grant funds for the Police Department and a housing assistance program. The Council will also authorize several contract amendments, software agreements, and tract‑map filings.
- Accept $646,059 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program grant for First Time Homebuyers Down Payment Assistance
- Accept $216,000 Office of Traffic Safety Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant for the Police Department
- Approve one‑year CivicPlus "NextRequest" software agreement up to $10,788 and two extensions up to $23,221.17
- Approve amendment to Harris and Associates civil engineering services increasing compensation by $75,000
- Approve contract change order with Granite Construction for Romoland Grid Area – 3rd Street project for $70,959.74
The Menifee City Council approved the consent calendar, including grants, contracts, and tract maps, and continued the appeal of the CADO Menifee Industrial Warehouse Project to November 20, 2024. The council also adopted resolutions for the Legado Community Facilities District and authorized bonds for Rockport Ranch. No substantive decisions were made outside these actions.
- Approved consent calendar items 10.1-10.28 (5-0)
- Continued CADO Menifee Industrial Warehouse Project appeal to Nov. 20, 2024 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-1507 amending CFD 2022-3 Legado boundaries (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-1508 certifying CFD 2022-3 election results (5-0)
- Introduced ordinance for special taxes in CFD 2022-3 Improvement Areas 2 and 3 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-1509 authorizing special tax bonds for CFD 2023-1 Rockport Ranch (5-0)
- Accepted $216,000 OTS Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant (consent)
- Accepted $646,059 PLHA grant for First Time Homebuyers program (consent)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission Meeting
The Menifee Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the October 9 meeting and hold a public hearing on three development projects. It will determine that the Newport Road Medical Office Building is categorically exempt from CEQA and consider resolutions to adopt its plot plan and variance. The commission will also recommend a Mitigated Negative Declaration and related plan amendments for the Ethanac Business Park, and certify the Environmental Impact Report for the Murrieta Road Warehouse Project while approving its plot plan.
- Determine Newport Road Medical Office Building is categorically exempt from CEQA
- Adopt resolution approving Plot Plan PLN24-0003 and Variance PLN24-0004 for Newport Road site
- Recommend City Council adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration and multiple plan amendments for Ethanac Business Park (General Plan Amendment PLN23-0173, Specific Plan Amendment PLN23-0175, Zone Change PLN23-0174, Plot Plan PLN23-0171)
- Certify Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse No. 2023110162) and adopt mitigation monitoring program for Murrieta Road Warehouse Project
- Approve Plot Plan PLN22-0179 for Murrieta Road Warehouse Project
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission Meeting
The Menifee Planning Commission will consider three public‑hearing items. It will continue Tentative Tract Map No. 38625 for Salt Creek off the calendar. It will determine that the Garbani and Evans SB330 subdivision does not require additional CEQA analysis, direct staff to file a Notice of Exemption, and adopt a resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 38766 and Plot Plan No. PLN23‑0247 at the northwest corner of Garbani Road and Evans Road. It will also determine the Menifee West Coast Self‑Storage project is exempt from CEQA under infill development, file a Notice of Exemption, and adopt a resolution approving Plot Plan PLN23‑0215, Conditional Use Permit PLN23‑0216, and Minor Exception PLN23‑0218.
- Continue Tentative Tract Map No. 38625 Salt Creek off calendar
- Adopt resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 38766 (PLN23‑0246) and Plot Plan No. PLN23‑0247 for Garbani and Evans SB330 subdivision at NW corner of Garbani Rd & Evans Rd
- Direct staff to file Notice of Exemption for Garbani and Evans subdivision under CEQA Section 15183
- Adopt resolution approving Plot Plan PLN23‑0215, Conditional Use Permit PLN23‑0216, and Minor Exception PLN23‑0218 for Menifee West Coast Self‑Storage
- Direct staff to file Notice of Exemption for Menifee West Coast Self‑Storage under CEQA Section 15332
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting
The Menifee Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission will discuss two items: a review of the Athletic Field Allocation Policy and a review of conceptual design options for enhancing La Ladera Park. The commission will consider recommendations on the park design and decide whether to adopt a preferred option. The meeting also includes routine updates from the Community Services Department and public comment on non‑agenda matters.
- Athletic Field Allocation Policy Review – discussion of the existing program
- La Ladera Park Enhancement – review and recommendation of a conceptual design option
- Approval of September 5, 2024 meeting minutes
- Various updates from the Community Services Department (parks, solid waste, recreation, special events, capital improvements, maintenance)
- Future agenda request for Heritage Park in November 2024
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Special City Council Meeting - Community Center Schematic Design Workshop
The City Council will discuss the proposed schematic design for the Menifee Community Center, identified as Capital Improvement Program Project No. 23‑10. The site is located at La Piedra and Menifee Road. Council members will review the design and solicit public feedback during the workshop.
- Review and provide feedback on schematic design for Menifee Community Center (Project No. 23‑10) at La Piedra and Menifee Road
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider adjusting bonded indebtedness for the Legado Community Facilities District. Members will also discuss proposed replacement names for multiple streets named Heritage Lake Drive. The meeting includes several grant acceptances and routine financial approvals.
- Proposed reduction of bonded indebtedness for Legado Improvement Area 2 by $28 million and establishment of Improvement Area 3 up to $28 million
- Approval of warrant register with a total budgetary impact of $6,670,346.06
- Acceptance of a $112,512 grant for Police Department firearms secure area and safety certification
- Acceptance of a $40,000 grant for a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
- Amendment to KOA Corporation agreement for McCall Boulevard Widening Project increasing compensation by $3,300
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Menifee Planning Commission will consider Tentative Tract Map No. 38766 “Garbani and Evans” and has recommended continuing the item off the calendar. The meeting also includes routine business such as approval of the September 11, 2024 minutes and a public comments period for non‑agenda items. No other decisions or presentations are scheduled.
- Tentative Tract Map No. 38766 “Garbani and Evans” – recommended action: continue item off calendar
- Approval of September 11, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes
- Public comments on non‑agenda items (3‑minute limit per speaker)
- No presentations scheduled
- No consent calendar items
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several professional service agreements for infrastructure and IT updates. The body is also deciding on the appointment of a voting delegate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference.
- Contract with Complete Paperless Solutions for citywide document scanning not to exceed $430,000
- Agreement with Bureau Veritas Technical Assessment for ADA plan update not to exceed $249,776.56
- Agreement with Bucknam Infrastructure Group for Pavement Management Program update not to exceed $169,403
- Warrant Register ratification with a total budgetary impact of $6,195,516.78
- Public hearing for the FY 2023/2024 Community Development Block Grant Program report
The Menifee City Council approved the consent calendar, including $6,195,516.78 in warrants and payroll, and awarded contracts for document scanning ($430,000), pavement management ($169,403), and ADA plan update ($249,776.56). They also adopted the CDBG annual performance report and appointed Councilmember Estrada as voting delegate to the League of California Cities conference.
- Approved consent calendar including $6,195,516.78 in warrants and payroll (5-0)
- Awarded $430,000 document scanning contract to Complete Paperless Solutions (5-0)
- Approved $169,403 pavement management program update with Bucknam Infrastructure (5-0)
- Approved $249,776.56 ADA self-evaluation and transition plan update with Bureau Veritas (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-1497 approving CDBG FY 2023/2024 CAPER (5-0)
- Appointed Councilmember Estrada as voting delegate to League of California Cities conference (5-0)
- Accepted public improvements for Audie Murphy Ranch Tract 31822 F and released 90% of securities (5-0)
- Proclaimed Constitution Week and Menifee Clean Air Week (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Special City Council Meeting - Regional Homeless Alliance
The City Council will hold a workshop to receive a report on Menifee's homeless response program and regional collaboration efforts. Members will review and discuss the Regional Homeless Alliance Assessment and Action Plan.
- Workshop on Regional Homeless Alliance Assessment and Action Plan
- Report on City of Menifee’s homeless response program
The Menifee City Council received a report on the city's homeless response program and discussed the Regional Homeless Alliance Assessment and Action Plan. No formal decisions were made; the item was for review and discussion only.
- Received report on homeless response program
- Reviewed and discussed Regional Homeless Alliance Assessment and Action Plan
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will move the Salt Creek Tentative Tract Map No. 38625 public hearing to the October 9, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will discuss the 2024/2025 meeting schedule and give direction on possible cancellations. The agenda also includes a presentation of the FY 2023/2024 Community Development Department annual report and approval of the August 14, 2024 minutes.
- Salt Creek Tentative Tract Map No. 38625 hearing continued to Oct. 9, 2024
- Discussion of Planning Commission 2024/2025 meeting schedule
- Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Community Development Department Annual Report presentation
- Approval of Planning Commission meeting minutes from Aug. 14, 2024
- Public comments period for non‑agenda items
The Menifee Planning Commission held a regular meeting on September 11, 2024, with four members present and one absent. The commission approved the agenda and the August 14, 2024 meeting minutes, and continued the public hearing for the Salt Creek Tentative Tract Map No. 38625 to the October 9, 2024 meeting. The commission also voted to cancel four upcoming meetings due to holidays.
- Approved agenda (4-0-1)
- Approved August 14, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
- Continued Salt Creek Tentative Tract Map No. 38625 public hearing to October 9, 2024 (4-0)
- Cancelled November 27, 2024, December 25, 2024, November 26, 2025, and December 24, 2025 meetings
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will discuss the city's investment portfolio and the STAX Property Finder application. The committee is asked to receive and file reports on both items.
- STAX Property Finder online portal for property owner tax information
- City of Menifee Investment Portfolio Overview presentation
- Approval of July 9, 2024 meeting minutes
The Menifee Finance Committee met and approved the July 9, 2024 minutes unanimously. They received and filed a report on the STAX Property Finder online portal, which will be presented to the City Council when available to residents. They also received and filed a presentation on the city's investment portfolio from Chandler Asset Management. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved July 9, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
- Received and filed STAX Property Finder report
- Received and filed investment portfolio presentation
Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will discuss aquatics programming and options for a City Holiday Tree. The body is also tasked with appointing two representatives to the Central Park Amphitheater Ad Hoc Committee.
- Appointment of two representatives to the Central Park Amphitheater Ad Hoc Committee
- Review of Summer 2024 Aquatics Program
- Discussion of City Holiday Tree options for City Council recommendation
- Presentation on Kabian Park Upgrades by Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District
- Updates on Senior Programming and Transportation Program
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Meeting
The Menifee City Council will consider approving a zone change for the Villagio Villas development and levying special taxes for the Cimarron Ridge Community Facilities District. The meeting also includes ratifying a warrant register with a budgetary impact of $4.8 million and approving agreements for railway modifications and construction management services.
- Zone Change No. PLN21-0376 for 'Villagio Villas'
- Levy special taxes for Improvement Area No. 2 of CFD No. 2023-2
- Ratify voucher lists with $4,847,140.77 budgetary impact
- Agreement with Riverside County Transportation Commission for railway modifications
- Amendment No. 2 to agreement with Southstar Engineering for Holland Road/I-215 Overcrossing Project
The Menifee City Council approved the consent calendar, including $4,847,140.77 in vouchers and payroll, a zone change for Villagio Villas, and a railway crossing agreement with RCTC and KB Home Coastal. They also approved a $228,000 amendment for the Holland Road/I-215 overcrossing project. All votes were unanimous (5-0). No public hearings or discussion items were held.
- Approved consent calendar including $4,847,140.77 in vouchers and payroll (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-402 approving zone change for Villagio Villas (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-403 levying special taxes for CFD No. 2023-2 Cimarron Ridge (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 24-1493 setting confidential employee salaries for 2024-2027 (5-0)
- Approved railway crossing agreement with RCTC and KB Home Coastal for Menifee/Matthews roads (5-0)
- Approved Amendment No. 2 with Southstar Engineering for Holland Road/I-215 overcrossing, increasing compensation by $228,000 (5-0)
- Approved landscape improvement agreement for Del Oro North Apartments (5-0)
- Approved final map and agreements for Tract Map 36658-5 Cimarron Ridge (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council Meeting
The Menifee City Council will consider and vote on multiple ordinances to levy special taxes for Community Facilities Districts at Golden Meadows, River Walk Village, Banner Park II, and other annexations. The Council will also approve a professional services agreement with Spicer Consulting Group for a fiscal impact analysis costing up to $77,500. Additional items include a $2,791,291.42 voucher approval and amendments to existing contracts for traffic engineering and tree services.
- Second reading and adoption of ordinances levying special taxes for CFD 2017‑1 Annexation No. 11 (Golden Meadows) and No. 21 (River Walk Village)
- Second reading and adoption of ordinances levying special taxes for CFD 2017‑1 Annexation No. 23 (Banner Park II)
- Approval of Spicer Consulting Group agreement for fiscal impact analysis, not to exceed $77,500 through June 30, 2026
- Amendment to Parsons Transportation Group agreement increasing compensation by $150,000, total not to exceed $300,000
- Approval of voucher lists and payroll registers with a total budgetary impact of $2,791,291.42
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Planning Commission Meeting
The Menifee Planning Commission will vote to approve the minutes from the June 26, 2024 meeting. It will also consider a public hearing request for the CADO Menifee Industrial Warehouse project. Recommended actions include adopting resolutions that certify the Environmental Impact Report and approve the tentative parcel and plot maps for the site.
- Adopt a resolution certifying the Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse No. 2022040622)
- Adopt the Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations
- Adopt the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
- Adopt a resolution approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 38139 (PLN22-0041) and Plot Plan No. PLN21-0370 for the area north of Corsica Lane, south of Kuffel Road, east of Wheat Street, and west of Byers Road
- Approve the June 26, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council Meeting
The Menifee City Council will consider a series of legal counsel conferences on ongoing litigation in a closed session, followed by a regular session covering updates, approvals, and several contract awards. Key actions include adopting ordinances on catalytic converters and loud conduct, and approving multiple procurement agreements. The council will also vote on a $1,430,470.92 contract for the Menifee Road Resurfacing – Aldergate Drive to McCall Boulevard project.
- Award bid and authorize a $1,430,470.92 contract with Copp Contracting, Inc. for Menifee Road resurfacing (Aldergate Drive to McCall Boulevard)
- Award a $125,000 not‑to‑exceed professional services agreement with Hunden Partners for the Placemaking, Identity, and Tourism Master Plan
- Adopt ordinance establishing regulations governing the possession of catalytic converters (Chapter 11.55)
- Adopt ordinance establishing regulations for loud and unruly conduct (Chapter 11.07)
- Approve a $236,250 not‑to‑exceed five‑year agreement with Flock Safety for city park surveillance cameras
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council Meeting
The Menifee City Council will consider a public hearing to adopt the Menifee Complete Streets Plan. It will also approve a series of consent‑calendar items, including a $277,195.05 cannabis‑tax grant, a $38,384.38 opiate‑litigation fund allocation, and several service agreements. Additional agenda items cover fee‑schedule updates, police records retention, and vehicle purchases. Closed‑session conferences will address ongoing litigation and real‑property negotiations.
- Adopt the Menifee Complete Streets Plan (public hearing item 11.1)
- Accept a $277,195.05 Department of California Highway Patrol cannabis‑tax grant and amend the budget accordingly
- Allocate $38,384.38 from the National Opiate Litigation Settlement Fund for prevention and intervention programs
- Approve a professional services agreement with Dekra‑Lite Industries, Inc. for military banner services up to $18,750
- Approve an enterprise agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for GIS software subscriptions up to $278,310
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will review proposed bond issuances and financing plan amendments for local Community Facilities Districts. This includes reviewing a request for the Rockport Ranch development and changes to the Legado development. The committee will also receive reports regarding underwriters and annual bond premiums.
- Proposed bond issuance for Rockport Ranch at Newport Road and Briggs Road
- Proposed financing plan changes for the Legado development
- Report on creating an underwriters pool for upcoming bond issuances
- Annual update on Community Facility District related bond premiums
Planning Commission Meeting
The Commission will review a public hearing regarding the Villagio Villas project located south of McCall Blvd. Recommended actions include recommending that the City Council approve a General Plan Amendment, a Zone Change, and a Plot Plan.
- General Plan Amendment No. PLN21-0377 for Villagio Villas
- Zone Change No. PLN21-0376 for Villagio Villas
- Plot Plan No. PLN21-0375 for Villagio Villas
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission SPECIAL MEETING
The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will review recommended programming for the Menifee Community Center. The meeting includes discussions on the Sun City Green Space conceptual design and restroom options for Gale Webb Action Sports Park. A presentation on the Complete Streets Draft Plan is also scheduled.
- Review of Menifee Community Center programming
- Recommendation for Sun City Green Space final conceptual design
- Review of four options for Gale Webb Action Sports Park Restroom Project (CIP No. 24-09)
- Complete Streets Draft Plan presentation
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several community facility district levies and proposed annexations for various residential areas. The meeting also includes discussions on road maintenance projects, public safety service agreements, and city financial reports.
- Ratification of voucher and payroll registers totaling $3,830,640.02
- Annual levy for several Community Facilities Districts for Fiscal Year 2024/2025
- Bid award to Copp Contracting, Inc. for $713,701 for the Slurry Seal Program
- Amendment to KOA Corporation for the McCall Boulevard Widening Project up to $294,043.38
- Contract increase for Animal Friends of the Valley up to $1,646,696.25
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission Meeting
The commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Home2Suites Hotel project. Additionally, staff will present the Menifee Complete Streets Plan.
- Home2Suites Hotel plot plan and conditional use permit approval
- Menifee Complete Streets Plan presentation
- Approval of May 22, 2024, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan update and prepare for the November 5, 2024, general municipal election. Additionally, the council is considering various contract awards for construction, landscaping, and public safety equipment.
- Award of $574,993 bid to Leonida Builders Inc. for La Piedra Road at Bell Mountain Middle School ATP Project
- Approval of Adame Landscape, Inc. contract for maintenance up to $3,750,287 through June 2027
- Acceptance of $24,685 Emergency Management Performance Grant and $15,323 State Homeland Security Program Grant
- Resolution for the November 5, 2024, general municipal election
- Ratification of warrant register totaling $10,260,763.96
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Mid-Cycle Capital Improvement Program for General Plan consistency. Additionally, commissioners will discuss a Housing Market Impact Study and an Inclusionary Housing Feasibility Study to provide feedback for the City Council.
- Review of Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Mid-Cycle Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects
- Discussion of Menifee Housing Market Impact Study
- Discussion of Inclusionary Housing Feasibility Study
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several financial and public safety matters, including a multi-year fire protection agreement. The agenda also includes multiple construction bids for road and park improvements, as well as updates to the city's user fee schedule.
- Cooperative Agreement with County of Riverside for fire services through 2026/2027 ($60,548,973)
- CalRecycle Senate Bill 1383 Local Assistance Grant ($292,997)
- All American Asphalt construction services for Kay Ceniceros Parking Lot and La Ladera Park ($121,999)
- Wheeler Paving Inc. contract for Bradley Road Widening near Paloma Valley High School ($249,700)
- Copp Contracting, Inc. for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Local Roads AC Resurfacing Program ($767,647)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission Meeting
The commission will hold a public hearing regarding the widening of McCall Boulevard between Oakhurst Road and Menifee Road. Additionally, members will discuss establishing an ad hoc subcommittee for the Southern Gateway Specific Plan project.
- Public hearing for McCall Boulevard road widening (Project No. 22-03)
- Resolution adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for McCall Boulevard widening
- Establishment of the Southern Gateway Specific Plan Ad Hoc Subcommittee
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Finance Committee Meeting
The Finance Committee will review the draft Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Annual Investment Policy for potential recommendation to the City Council. The committee will also discuss updates to the General Fund Balance Policy No. CC-07.
- Review of draft Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Annual Investment Policy
- Review of General Fund Balance Policy No. CC-07 for updates
Quality of Life (Measure DD) Oversight Committee Meeting
The Quality of Life Oversight Committee will review proposed mid-cycle budget adjustments for fiscal year 2024/25. The committee is tasked with recommending these adjustments to the City Council at its May 15, 2024, Budget Workshop. Additionally, a presentation regarding the Complete Streets Plan overview is scheduled.
- Complete Streets Plan overview presentation
- FY 2024/25 Mid-Cycle budget adjustment review
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts for road widening projects and a solid waste rate adjustment. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding an appeal for the Mister Car Wash development.
- Adoption of Menifee North Specific Plan Amendment No. 5
- Solid waste rate adjustments for Waste Management
- $66,983.27 contract for Bailey Park Boulevard Widening
- $63,250 increase for the Senior Bill Assistance Program
- Public hearing for Mister Car Wash development appeal
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Special City Council Meeting - CIP Budget Workshop
The City Council will conduct a workshop to review the Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Capital Improvement Program Mid-Cycle Budget Review. Council members are asked to provide feedback on the presentation to city staff.
- Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Capital Improvement Program Mid-Cycle Budget Review
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Menifee North Specific Plan Amendment No. 5 and two new tract maps. The agenda also includes discussions on forming a Veterans Advisory Committee and evaluating park maintenance services. Additionally, several contracts for hazardous waste management and vehicle repairs are up for approval.
- Public hearing for Menifee North Specific Plan Amendment No. 5 and Tract Maps 38132 and 38133
- Contract change orders for the Holland Road/I-215 Overcrossing, increasing total value to $25,991,416.10
- Agreement with All Magic MV, Inc. for city vehicle auto body repairs up to $140,000
- Hazardous waste management agreements with GrayMar Environmental and HCI Environmental
- Contract change order for Casa Blanca and Willows/Lake Ridge community resurfacing projects
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Menifee North Specific Plan and new tract maps. The agenda also includes discussions on property tax exemptions for disabled veterans and rural area preservation. Several infrastructure contracts are scheduled for approval.
- Adoption of Cimarron Ridge Specific Plan and Development Agreement Amendments
- $91,801 purchase for Gale Webb Action Sports Park restrooms
- $218,170.20 agreement with Studio 2G Architects for Cherry Hills improvements
- $66,384.39 change order for New Quail Valley Fire Station No. 5
- Public hearing for Menifee North Specific Plan Amendment No. 5
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Special City Council Meeting - Fire Services Workshop
The City Council will hold a workshop to review fire protection, prevention, rescue, and emergency medical services. The discussion focuses on services provided by CAL FIRE through a cooperative agreement with the County of Riverside.
- Review of fire protection, prevention, rescue, and EMS services provided by CAL FIRE
Special City Council Meeting - Closed Session
The Menifee City Council will meet in closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated and existing litigation. The agenda includes discussions on two cases of anticipated litigation and lawsuits between the City of Menifee and the City of Perris.
- Anticipated litigation involving two cases
- Existing litigation: City of Perris v. City of Menifee (Case No. CVRI230303456)
- Existing litigation: City of Menifee v. City of Perris (Case No. CVRI2203040)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the United Carports Facility Major Plot Plan No. PLN22-045. The commission is asked to approve the plot plan for the site at Mapes Road and Trumble Road. They will also consider determining if the project is exempt from environmental review.
- United Carports Facility Major Plot Plan No. PLN22-045 (Mapes Road and Trumble Road)
- Approval of March 13, 2024 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Finance Committee Meeting
The committee will review several proposals to finance public improvements for residential developments. They will also consider a recommendation to invest an additional $50 million into the city's investment portfolio.
- Bond issuance for Quartz Ranch by Lennar Homes (379 units)
- Formation of Golden Meadows Community Facilities District by Richland Communities (552 lots)
- Formation of River Walk Village Community Facilities District by Richmond American Homes (198 units)
- $50 million investment into the portfolio with Chandler Asset Management
Special City Council Meeting
This special meeting consists of procedural actions and closed sessions. The council will meet privately to discuss anticipated litigation regarding a personnel investigation and two public employee discipline items.
- Personnel investigation related to anticipated litigation
- Two public employee discipline items
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Cimarron Ridge Specific Plan. Members will also discuss updating the city's sphere of influence for 1,929 acres in the Sun City area. Other business includes approving various contracts and grant acceptances.
- Public hearing for Cimarron Ridge Specific Plan amendments
- Proposed expansion of the city's sphere of influence by 1,929 acres
- $674,000 in funds for Garbani Road Drainage Improvements
- $136,667 CalRecycle grant for pavement management
- Ordinance to increase City Council compensation
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission Meeting
The commission will consider a Burger King project at McCall Boulevard and Bradley Road. They will also review the Di Capri Residential project and amendments to the Menifee North Specific Plan. One item regarding McCall Boulevard widening will be continued off the calendar.
- Burger King at McCall Boulevard and Bradley Road
- Di Capri Residential at Chambers Avenue and Murrieta Road
- Menifee North Specific Plan Amendment No. 5
- Tentative Tract Map No. 38132 (Palomar Road)
- Tentative Tract Map No. 38133 (Watson Road and Malone Avenue)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting
The commission will review and provide feedback on the implementation of the 2023 Parks Master Plan. The agenda also includes an update on the online reservation calendar and various department reports. Presentations will recognize a local art contest winner and introduce a new staff member.
- Review of 2023 Parks Master Plan progress
- Youth Leaders of Menifee Recycled Art Contest winner presentation
- Introduction of new Community Services Coordinator Shanice Jackson
- Online reservation calendar update
Special City Council Meeting
This special meeting consists of procedural items and closed sessions regarding existing litigation. The council will meet with legal counsel to discuss lawsuits involving the City of Perris and Fuhrman.
- Closed session: City of Perris v. City of Menifee (CVRI230303456)
- Closed session: City of Menifee v. City of Perris (CVRI2203040)
- Closed session: Fuhrman v. City of Menifee (MCC1600382)
- Closed session: Fuhrman v. City of Menifee (CVSW2310000)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several legislative platforms and resolutions regarding higher education and local zoning control. The meeting also includes various capital improvement approvals for parks, roads, and city services.
- Designation of $5,540,317 from Nova Battery Energy Storage Systems CBA to McCall Boulevard project reserve
- Purchase of a prefabricated restroom building for Gale Webb Action Sports Park for up to $83,016
- Agreement amendment with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the Civic Center Parking Lot Project up to $353,104
- Construction services contract with Granite Construction Company for Romoland Grid Area – 3rd Street – ATP for up to $1,237,100
- Ratification of warrant register and payroll items totaling $7,008,820.84
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will consider development proposals for Coronado Condos and Cimarron Ridge. The commission will also review a permit for a car wash and day care at Shoppes at the Lakes. One item regarding Home2Suites is scheduled to be continued off the calendar.
- Coronado Condos: Approval of Tentative Tract Map No. 38577 and Plot Plan No. PLN22-0231
- Shoppes at the Lakes: Major Conditional Use Permit for Mister Car Wash and Day Care
- Cimarron Ridge: Recommendations to City Council regarding Specific Plan and Development Agreement amendments
- Home2Suites: Item to be continued off calendar and renoticed
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review the Menifee Valley Specific Plan and related zoning ordinances. The agenda includes several service agreements for streetlights, IT support, and environmental reviews. Members will also discuss a statutory increase in compensation for City Council members.
- Adoption of Menifee Valley Specific Plan and related zoning ordinances
- $901,711 agreement with Western Riverside Council of Governments for streetlights
- Etech-360, Inc. IT support contract up to $336,666
- Ratification of payroll registers totaling $4,956,865.18
- Public hearing regarding the Motte Business Center appeal
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will discuss the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report. The Commission also plans to continue the Menifee North Specific Plan Amendment and Tentative Tract Maps item off the calendar for renotice.
- Menifee North Specific Plan Amendment and Tentative Tract Maps (continued/renotice)
- 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report (receive and file)
- Approval of January 10, 2024, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Finance Regular Meeting
The Finance Committee will review a proposed amendment to the development agreement with Pulte Home Company LLC. The committee is tasked with reviewing Amendment No. 2 for the Cimarron Ridge development and recommending it to the City Council.
- Proposed Amendment No. 2 to the Cimarron Ridge development agreement with Pulte Home Company LLC
Special City Council Meeting
The Menifee City Council scheduled a special meeting to conduct a closed session. The agenda includes a conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation and a personnel investigation involving public employee discipline.
- Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation
- Personnel investigation regarding public employee discipline
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2023/24 mid-year budget and capital improvement program status. The meeting also includes an update on the implementation of the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan.
- Fiscal Year 2023/24 mid-year budget review and revenue/appropriation adjustments
- Resolution updating the City’s Authorized Position Listing for staffing changes
- Update on the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Capital Improvement Program
- 2023-2028 Strategic Plan implementation update
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting
The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will review revisions to parkland dedication requirements for the Cimarron Ridge and Golden Meadows projects. The meeting also includes presentations from the NFL Flag Football League and discussions regarding committee appointments.
- Revision of Cimarron Ridge (TM 36658) Quimby Assessment from 10.9 to 10.19 acres
- Proposed fee in lieu of 0.58 acres for the Cimarron Ridge project
- Revision to Golden Meadows Phase IV (TM 31194) parkland dedication requirement
- Presentation by the NFL Flag Football League
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Quality of Life (Measure DD) Oversight Committee Meeting
The committee will review the FY2023/24 mid-year budget update for Measure DD, including the Capital Improvement Program. Members will also review proposed budget adjustments to recommend to the City Council on February 7, 2024. Additionally, the committee will appoint a new Chair and Vice Chair.
- Review of FY2023/24 mid-year budget update and Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
- Review of proposed budget adjustments for recommendation to City Council
- Appointment of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of April 25, 2023, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Menifee Valley Specific Plan. The commission is asked to recommend that the City Council approve an Environmental Impact Report and several plan amendments. These items concern land located near Matthews Road and State Route 74.
- Public hearing for Menifee Valley Specific Plan
- Recommendation to certify Environmental Impact Report
- General Plan Amendment No. PLN 21-0336
- Change of Zone No. PLN 21-0335
- Tentative Tract Map No. PLN 22-0033