Calimesa public meetings in 2024

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will conduct second reading and adopt two ordinances: one updating fireworks regulations (Ordinance 406) and another amending the fire code for open and outdoor burning (Ordinance 407). The council also will considering consent items including a $68,310 contract with Willdan Financial for a development impact fee study, a consulting agreement with Kosmont & Associates, and a TUMF amendment for the I-10/Singleton Road Interchange project. Additionally, the council will appoint members to the Library, Parks Trails & Community Services, and Planning Commissions.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 406 amending fireworks regulations (Municipal Code Chapter 8.45)
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 407 amending fire code for open and outdoor burning (Title 15)
• Professional services agreement with Willdan Financial Services for a development impact fee study, not to exceed $68,310
• Consulting agreement with Kosmont & Associates for professional services (amount not disclosed)
• Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee Program Agreement Amendment 2 to reimburse TUMF funds for I-10/Singleton Road Interchange Project

The Calimesa City Council adopted two ordinances regulating fireworks and open/outdoor burning, approved several consent calendar items including a development impact fee study and budget amendments, and made appointments to city commissions. The Planning Commission appointment of David Zaitz failed on a 2-3 vote, but the other two appointments were approved.

• Adopted Ordinance 406 regulating fireworks (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 407 amending fire code for open/outdoor burning (5-0)
• Approved $68,310 agreement with Willdan for development impact fee study (consent)
• Approved agreement with Kosmont & Associates (consent)
• Approved surplus trailer transfer to American Red Cross (consent)
• Approved Library Commission appointments of Terrie Andrews and Deborah Zylman (5-0)
• Approved Parks, Trails & Community Services Commission appointments (5-0)
• Planning Commission appointment of David Zaitz failed (2-3); Newcombe and Barron approved (5-0)

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The City Council will certify the results of the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election and swear in new members. The body and the Successor Agency to the Calimesa Redevelopment Agency will also reorganize to select a Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, Chairperson, and Vice-Chairperson.

• Certification of election results via Resolution No. 2024-64
• Swearing in of Council Members Eric Cundieff, Edgar Garcia, and Linda Molina
• City Council reorganization to elect Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
• Successor Agency reorganization to elect Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

The Calimesa City Council held a special meeting to certify the November 5, 2024 election results, swear in new members, and reorganize. Linda Molina was elected Mayor and Council Member Cervantez was elected Mayor Pro Tem. The Successor Agency to the RDA also reorganized, electing Molina as Chair and Cervantez as Vice-Chair. The meeting was largely ceremonial, with no other substantive policy decisions.

• Certified November 5, 2024 election results via Resolution 2024-64 (4-0-1)
• Swore in newly elected Council Members Eric Cundieff, Edgar Garcia, and Linda Molina
• Elected Linda Molina as Mayor (5-0)
• Elected Council Member Cervantez as Mayor Pro Tem (3 votes in favor)
• Elected Linda Molina as Successor Agency Chair (5-0)
• Elected Council Member Cervantez as Successor Agency Vice-Chair (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Calimesa Planning Commission has cancelled its December 9, 2024 special meeting because there were no items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Norton Younglove Senior Center.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items

Library Commission

The Library Commission will hear a monthly budget update through November 30, 2024, and consider canceling the January 7, 2025 regular meeting. The main discussion item is an update on the new library construction project. The commission will also review minutes from October 1, 2024, and receive a library report on circulation, computer usage, and staff concerns.

• Monthly budget update through November 30, 2024
• Discussion of new library construction project
• Proposed cancellation of January 7, 2025 regular meeting
• Approval of October 1, 2024 action minutes
• Library report on circulation, computer usage, and staff concerns

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will consider consent calendar items and two business items at its December 2 meeting. The main business item is a resolution to amend City Manager Will Kolbow's employment agreement, increasing his base salary by 3% per year, extending the term to November 2027, and raising the city's health insurance contribution. Consent items include second readings of ordinances on shopping carts and conduct on public property, a cell tower lease extension, and reports on finances, development fees, and special tax districts.

• Resolution 2024-63 to amend City Manager's employment agreement with 3% annual salary increase, term extension to Nov 2027, and increased health insurance contribution
• First reading of Ordinance 406 amending fireworks regulations and Ordinance 407 adopting open/outdoor burning rules
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 404 (shopping carts) and Ordinance 405 (prohibition of certain conduct on public property)
• Approval of Second Amendment to Crown Castle cell tower lease on city property
• Approval of warrant registers totaling $443,652.19 ($311,497.36 checks + $132,154.83 payroll)

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will introduce two public safety ordinances: one regulating shopping and laundry carts (Ordinance 404) and another prohibiting certain conduct on public property (Ordinance 405). The council will also approve consent items including minutes, commission minutes, warrant registers totaling $571,737.06, and council travel expenses.

• First reading of Ordinance 404 adding Chapter 8.65 to regulate shopping carts and laundry carts
• First reading of Ordinance 405 creating Chapter 9.70 to prohibit certain conduct on public property
• Approval of warrant register totaling $571,737.06 (Check Nos. 42724-42778)
• Approval of council travel, training, and meeting/mileage expenses through October 31, 2024
• Closed session for performance evaluation of City Manager and labor negotiations

Library Commission

The Calimesa Library Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss the monthly budget update through October 31, 2024, and receive an update on the new library construction project. They will also consider participation in the Holiday Tree Lighting Event. The meeting will include a library report on circulation and computer usage, and approval of the October 1 meeting minutes.

• Approval of October 1, 2024 action minutes
• Library report on circulation and computer usage
• Monthly budget update through October 31, 2024
• Holiday Tree Lighting Event Participation
• Update and discussion of New Library Construction Project

Planning Commission

The November 12, 2024 special Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 9, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Norton Younglove Senior Center.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items to consider
• Next regular meeting: December 9, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at 908 Park Ave., Calimesa

Library Commission

The Library Commission's regularly scheduled November 5, 2024 meeting has been cancelled and rescheduled to Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at the Norton Younglove Senior Center. No business items are discussed on this agenda — the notice is purely procedural.

• Meeting cancelled and rescheduled to November 12, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. at the Norton Younglove Senior Center, 908 Park Avenue, Calimesa

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The City Council will discuss awarding a construction contract for citywide pavement rehabilitation and the use of HOME Program funds. The body is also reviewing a new investment policy for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and several service agreements.

• Proposed $1,555,000 construction contract to Onyx Paving Company, Inc. for citywide pavement rehabilitation (total project cost $2,071,500)
• Proposed transition of HOME Program funds to a Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program for Riverside County
• Approval of Check Register totaling $403,121.00 and October 24 payroll of $117,048.00
• Proposed Resolution No. 2024-60 adopting the Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2024-25
• Proposed consulting agreement with Disrupter Media Consultants, Inc. (DBA CiviSocial)

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will vote on a resolution supporting Proposition 36, a statewide ballot measure on homelessness and theft. The council will also consider approving a fair share agreement with Yucaipa for a traffic signal project at the County Line Road/I-10 interchange. Consent items include approval of minutes, warrant registers totaling $820,832.98, and release of a $1,049,500 maintenance bond for Tract 32702-4.

• Resolution supporting Proposition 36 (Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act)
• Fair Share Agreement and MOU with Yucaipa for County Line Road/I-10 interchange traffic signal project
• Approval of warrant register ($667,173.87) and payroll ($153,659.11)
• Release of $1,049,500 maintenance bond for Tract 32702-4 street improvements
• Purchase of asphalt maintenance trailer for $56,345.71 from Haaker Equipment Company

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will decide on a 12-month extension for Development Plan Review 22-03 for South Mesa Water Company, which includes relocating Well No. 11 and replacing approximately 24,533 linear feet of water main lines along County Line Road. They will also approve the minutes from the August 12, 2024 meeting.

• Extension of Time 24-05 for South Mesa Water Company's Development Plan Review 22-03
• Relocation of Well No. 11 to a 0.12-acre site at the southwest corner of County Line Road and Calimesa Boulevard (APN 411-080-005)
• Replacement of approximately 24,533 linear feet of water main lines within County Line Road from I-10 eastbound off-ramp to Douglas Place
• Approval of minutes from the August 12, 2024 Regular Planning Commission meeting

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 7, 2024, to consider several items including a public hearing on rescinding two eminent domain resolutions for the County Line Road Transportation Corridor Project. Other business includes the second reading of an ordinance to increase public hearing notification radius to 600 feet and require a 6'x6' sign on property, accepting completion of the Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project (CIP 22-10), and approving a supplemental agreement for ADA improvements at the Calimesa Library. Consent items include minutes, commission minutes, warrant registers totaling $471,378.72, payroll, investment report, conflict-of-interest code update, and acceptance of Summerwind Park into maintenance CFD 2018-1.

• Consider rescinding two resolutions of necessity for eminent domain on properties (APNs 410-030-041 and 410-030-049 to -052) for the County Line Road project
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 401 increasing public hearing notification radius to 600 feet and requiring a 6'x6' notice sign on property
• Accept completion of Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project (CIP 22-10) and authorize release of $108,779.06 retention to Hardy & Harper, Inc.
• Approve Supplemental Agreement with Riverside County HWS for $27,283 for Calimesa Library ADA Improvement Project
• Approve warrant registers totaling $471,378.72 (Check Nos. 42504-42597) and payrolls totaling $290,667.28

Library Commission

The Library Commission will review circulation and computer usage reports and a budget update through September 30, 2024. Members will discuss the New Library Construction Project and plans for upcoming community events.

• Monthly budget update through September 30, 2024
• Update and discussion of New Library Construction Project
• Trunk or Treat and Holiday Tree Lighting event planning
• Rescheduling the November 5, 2024 meeting to November 12, 2024

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The City Council is considering a contract amendment to provide up to $40,000 to the Family Services Association. This funding would sustain a senior grab-and-go meal program through December 31, 2024, following state funding cuts. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding the Oak Valley North project.

• Sixth Amendment to Agreement with Family Services Association for senior services not-to-exceed $40,000
• Resolution 2024-52 regarding the Senior Meal Program
• Public hearing for Oak Valley North project (BICM Land Holdings, LP) including General Plan Amendment 22-03 and Zone Change 22-01

The City Council approved the Sixth Amendment to the senior services agreement with Family Services Association and adopted Resolution 2024-52 to adjust the FY 2024-25 budget. The council also continued the Oak Valley North public hearing to a future date uncertain at the developer's request, after hearing public opposition. Mayor Davis and Mayor Pro Tem Hewitt recused themselves from the hearing, and Council Member Molina was appointed to act as chair.

• Approved Sixth Amendment to senior services agreement with Family Services Association (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-52 amending FY 2024-25 budget for community partnerships (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member Molina as chair for public hearing and remainder of meeting (3-0)
• Continued Oak Valley North public hearing to a future date uncertain (3-0)

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The City Council will conduct a public hearing on Ordinance No. 401 to amend the zoning code, increasing the required public hearing notification radius to 600 feet and requiring a sign be posted on the property. The Council will also consider second readings of ordinances on housing infill procedures and a council salary increase, as well as approve an IT services agreement and adopt an amended financial reserve policy. The meeting includes closed session discussions on property acquisition at 301 West County Line Road and anticipated litigation.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance No. 401 — Zone Text Amendment 24-01 to increase public hearing notification radius to 600' and require posted sign
• 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 399 — amending residential zones and development plan review for housing infill priority area
• 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 400 — increasing City Council salary per Senate Bill 329
• Approval of Agreement for Managed IT Services with Active IT Solutions
• Adoption of Amended Financial Reserve Policy effective July 1, 2025

Planning Commission

The September 9, 2024 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2024.

• No items to consider; meeting cancelled.

Library Commission

The Calimesa Library Commission will discuss the monthly budget update through August 31, appoint a new vice-chairperson, and review upcoming city events including Trunk or Treat and Holiday Tree Lighting. A key discussion item is the update on the new Library Construction Project. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a library report on circulation and computer usage.

• Monthly budget update through August 31, 2024
• Vice-Chairperson vacancy appointment
• Upcoming City Events – Trunk or Treat, Holiday Tree Lighting
• Update and discussion of New Library Construction Project
• Approval of June 11, 2024 action minutes of special meeting

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The regularly scheduled City Council meeting for September 3, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2024 at the Norton Younglove Senior Center.

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will hold public hearings on the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update and related zoning changes to comply with state housing law, and on the Oak Valley North development (continued to September 23, 2024 for conflict-of-interest review). Other business includes approving a contract increase for pavement rehabilitation, an ADA improvement project at the Norton Younglove Senior Center, a janitorial contract, and introducing an ordinance to increase council member salaries per Senate Bill 329.

• Public hearing: General Plan Amendment 21-02 adopting the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update and Ordinance 399 zone change to clarify residential infill overlay procedures
• Public hearing: Oak Valley North project (110.2 acres) continued to September 23, 2024 to allow FPPC conflict-of-interest guidance for Mayor Davis and Mayor Pro Tem Hewitt
• Approval of amended supplemental agreement with Riverside County HWS for CDBG Project No. 5.CM.04-23 ($86,308.50) for Norton Younglove Senior Center ADA Phase III
• Approval of contract amount increase for Hardy & Harper, Inc. for Citywide Pavement Rehabilitation Project Phase I up to $2,193,000, with $48,000 budget increase from Capital Project Fund reserves
• First reading of Ordinance No. 400 to amend Calimesa Municipal Code Section 2.10.040 increasing City Council salary per Senate Bill 329

The Calimesa City Council unanimously adopted the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update and introduced Ordinance 399 to align zoning with state housing law. It also approved a contract increase for the citywide pavement project, introduced a council salary increase under SB 329, and continued the Oak Valley North hearing to September 23.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-51 approving General Plan Amendment 21-02 (Housing Element Update) (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 399 for Zone Change 21-01, amending residential zoning and development review (5-0)
• Approved $48,000 budget increase and contract increase to $2,193,000 for Hardy & Harper pavement project (consent)
• Approved amended CDBG agreement for $86,308.50 for Norton Younglove Senior Center ADA improvements (consent)
• Approved two-year janitorial contract with Executive Facilities Services, Inc. up to $17,891.77 (consent)
• Appointed Council Member Molina as primary voting delegate for League of California Cities conference (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 400 to increase council salary per SB 329 (4-1, Manly no)
• Continued Oak Valley North public hearing to September 23, 2024 for FPPC conflict-of-interest guidance

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a one-year extension for the Birtcher Oak Valley Town Center development plan. The body will also review minutes from a previous special meeting.

• Extension of Time 24-03 for Birtcher Oak Valley Town Center (four warehouse buildings and truck/trailer storage)
• Approval of July 22, 2024, Special Planning Commission meeting minutes

Library Commission

The City of Calimesa Library Commission has cancelled its July 2 and August 6, 2024 meetings. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. at the Norton Younglove Senior Center. This agenda contains only procedural cancellation notices.

• July 2, 2024 Library Commission meeting cancelled
• August 6, 2024 Library Commission meeting cancelled
• Next regular meeting: September 2, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. at Norton Younglove Senior Center

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The City Council will consider consent items including acceptance of several project completions, a $1.77M warrant register, and a wildland protection agreement with CAL FIRE. A continued public hearing will address weed abatement special assessments for 2024-2025. Council will also discuss potential amendments to council member compensation per Senate Bill 329 and provide direction to staff.

• Approve warrant registers totaling $1,771,729.46 and payroll of $122,112.89
• Accept notice of completion for Community Development Annex Remodel (Project 2023-06) and release $2,069.10 retention to California Custom Builders
• Accept $6,340 Emergency Management Performance Grant (EMPG) for fire department mobile radios
• Approve wildland protection agreement with CAL FIRE for local agency responsibility area
• Continued public hearing to confirm weed abatement special assessments for 2024-2025

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including warrants, notices of completion, and resolutions for budget and grant items. A continued public hearing on weed abatement special assessments was closed and Resolution 2024-44 was adopted unanimously. The Council also directed staff to bring an ordinance on City Council compensation changes for first reading on September 16, 2024.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-44 confirming weed abatement special assessments for 2024-2025 (3-0)
• Approved agenda and consent calendar as presented (3-0)
• Approved warrant registers totaling $1,771,729.46 plus payrolls
• Accepted Community Development Annex Remodel as complete and authorized filing Notice of Completion
• Accepted Norton Younglove Senior Center ADA Improvements Phase III as complete and authorized filing Notice of Completion
• Accepted City Hall Complex Roofing projects as complete and authorized filing Notices of Completion
• Adopted Resolution 2024-47 for budget adjustment for CalPERS arrears payment
• Adopted Resolution 2024-48 accepting $6,340 EMPG grant for mobile radios

Planning Commission

The Calimesa Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to decide on a time extension for a drive-thru facility, approve a modular office building, and subdivide 8.1 acres into 120 townhome lots. The main item is a recommendation to the City Council on the Oak Valley North project, which includes rezoning, an environmental impact report, and a development agreement for a 110.2-acre industrial and residential development.

• Extension of time for drive-thru facility at 727 County Line Road (CUP 19-06, DPR 19-04)
• Approval of 1,920 sq ft four-unit modular office building at 112 E Avenue L
• Tentative Tract Map 38900: subdivision of 8.1 acres into 120 residential townhome lots at W Avenue L & 5th Street
• Zone Change 21-01 and Housing Element Update (6th Cycle) to comply with state housing law
• Oak Valley North project on 110.2 acres: four industrial buildings (total ~982,232 sq ft), two trailer storage lots, tentative parcel map, and development agreement

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The City Council will hold public hearings on delinquent refuse fee assessments and weed abatement charges, and consider approval of annual special tax levies for four community facilities districts. Under business items, the council will discuss a budget adjustment for additional funding for the Calimesa Cultural and Performing Arts Association and approve a fire department automatic aid agreement with Yucaipa. A closed session is scheduled for property negotiations at 301 West County Line Road with 7-Eleven Inc.

• Public hearing on special assessments of delinquent refuse fees (Resolution 2024-43)
• Public hearing on weed abatement charges, continued to August 5, 2024
• Annual levy of special taxes for CFD No. 1 (Law Enforcement, Fire, Paramedic and Park Maintenance), CFD 2012-1 (Singleton Heights), CFD 2013-1 (JP Ranch), and CFD 2018-1 (Summerwind Trails)
• Budget adjustment for additional funding of the Calimesa Cultural and Performing Arts Association (FY 2024-2025)
• Fire Department Automatic Aid Agreement update with City of Yucaipa

Planning Commission

The July 8, 2024, Calimesa Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. A special meeting is scheduled for July 22, 2024.

• Cancellation of the July 8 regular meeting

Library Commission

The regularly scheduled Library Commission meetings for July 2, 2024, and August 6, 2024, have been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2024.

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The regularly scheduled July 1, 2024, Calimesa City Council meeting is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 15, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Norton Younglove Senior Center.

• Cancellation of the July 1, 2024, City Council meeting

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a CPI rate increase for waste services from CR&R, Inc. The agenda also includes reviewing city employee pay adjustments and an ordinance for weed abatement. Additionally, the Council will consider a park services agreement for Summerwind Park.

• Public hearing on CR&R, Inc. trash service rate increase effective July 1, 2024
• Cost-of-living and equity adjustments for city and fire department employees
• Estimated $2,600 fee waiver for the Calimesa Christmas Parade
• Agreement for park services at Summerwind Park with Beaumont Cherry Valley District
• Ordinance amending requirements for weed and flammable vegetation abatement

Library Commission

The Commission will discuss updates regarding the New Library Construction Project and review the monthly budget through May 31, 2024. The agenda also includes updates on the YHS 2024 Scholarship Presentation and a used book cleaning project.

• New Library Construction Project update
• Monthly budget update through May 31, 2024
• YHS 2024 Scholarship Presentation Update
• Cleaning/Sorting Project of Used Books in storage

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a proposal to expand the Calimesa Veterinary Clinic at 980 Calimesa Boulevard with a 1,034 square foot addition. The commission will also consider an amendment to increase the required notification radius for public hearings.

• Proposed 1,034 square foot addition to Calimesa Veterinary Clinic at 980 Calimesa Blvd
• Amendment to increase the distance of required public hearing notifications
• Approval of May 13, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council and Successor Agency will hold a joint meeting to adopt the FY 2024-25 budget, including the General Fund, Special Fund, Capital Improvement Program, and Successor Agency budget. They will also consider a second reading of Ordinance No. 403, which would make unlawful possession of a detached catalytic converter a misdemeanor. Other items include approving warrants totaling $535,040.36, setting a public hearing for delinquent solid waste liens, and calling the November 5, 2024 municipal election.

• Adopt FY 2024-25 budget (Resolutions 2024-29, 2024-30, CSA 2024-01)
• 2nd reading of Ordinance No. 403: unlawful possession of catalytic converters
• Approve warrant register: $535,040.36 in checks, $110,911.77 payroll, $1,670.25 council payroll
• Resolution 2024-26: public hearing July 15 on solid waste delinquent account liens
• Resolutions 2024-27/28: call November 5, 2024 general municipal election

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council and Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency will hold a special budget workshop to review and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget and Capital Improvement Program. The final budget is expected to be presented for adoption on June 3, 2024. The agenda includes only this joint budget review item, with public comment limited to that item.

• Proposed General Fund budget totals $10.3 million in revenue and $10.0 million in expenditures, with a projected ending fund balance of $7.15 million
• General Fund transfers out of $893,000 to capital projects, insurance, fire DIF, IT, and vehicle replacement funds
• Property tax revenue projected at $4.6 million, a 4% increase over FY 2023-24
• Fee increases from May 6, 2024 fee study take effect July 1, 2024, adding about $70,000 in revenue
• Budget includes capital improvement program and successor agency budget review

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will consider adopting an urgency ordinance and a regular ordinance to make possession of catalytic converters unlawful, along with several consent calendar items including contract awards for construction and roofing projects, budget amendments, and routine financial reports. The meeting also includes a closed session on labor negotiations with unrepresented city employees.

• Adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 403-U and introduce Ordinance No. 403 to prohibit unlawful possession of catalytic converters
• Award $40,612 construction contract to California Custom Builders for Community Development Annex Remodel (total project cost $83,812)
• Award $64,500 roofing contract to Rite-Way Roof Corp for City Hall & Fire Apparatus Bay (total $85,900)
• Award $26,040 roofing contract to Rite-Way Roof Corp for Fire Department Training Roof Shingle Installation (total $39,640)
• Approve $471,757.32 in checks and $109,842.70 payroll for May 9, 2024

Library Commission

The Calimesa Library Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss library operations, including circulation and computer usage, and to review the monthly budget. The commission will also discuss the new library construction project and select YHS 2024 scholarship applicants.

• Monthly budget update through April 30, 2024
• YHS 2024 Scholarships Applicant Selections
• Cleaning/Sorting Project of Used Books in storage
• Update and discussion of New Library Construction Project
• Approval of April 2, 2024 action minutes

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will consider awarding a $2,421,000 construction contract to Three Peaks Corp for the Mountainview Park Project, along with a total construction budget of $2,997,956 and a modular restroom purchase of $621,222. The agenda also includes a continued public hearing on adopting a new master fee schedule and cost allocation plans, plus several consent items such as approving warrants, a zone change ordinance, and various agreements.

• Award construction contract to Three Peaks Corp for $2,421,000 for Mountainview Park Project
• Approve $2,997,956 total construction budget including contingency, management, and fees
• Purchase modular restroom from Public Restroom Company for $621,222
• Adopt Ordinance No. 398 for zone change 21-02 on 24.68 acres at Summerwind Ranch
• Approve check register totaling $490,276.02 and payrolls of $112,186.63 and $1,670.25

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss public safety services, including police and fire. Staff will present statistical, budgetary, and service-level data, and the Council will provide direction on enhancing public safety while being fiscally responsible. The workshop stems from a Police Services Ad-Hoc Committee formed in June 2023.

• Public safety workshop on police and fire services
• Discussion of sheriff contract and public safety data
• Review of public safety strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats
• Council to provide direction on public safety strategy

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The agenda for the Calimesa City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA meeting on April 15, 2024, contains only page numbers and no substantive items. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no decisions or discussions listed.

Library Commission

The Calimesa Library Commission is holding its regular meeting with routine items like minutes approval and a library report. The main business items include the annual commission reorganization, a budget update through March 31, 2024, and an update on the new library construction project, along with other housekeeping matters.

• Update and discussion of New Library Construction Project
• Monthly budget update through March 31, 2024
• Annual Commission Reorganization
• YHS 2024 Scholarships Application Process Update
• Cleaning/Sorting Project of Used Books in storage

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will vote on a consent calendar covering routine approvals, including adopting the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, awarding a weed control contract, and purchasing fire department equipment. The agenda also includes a master services agreement for online permitting software and several construction contracts for senior center improvements.

• Adopt Resolution 2024-11 for the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan annex
• Award $14,025 contract to Pest Options, Inc. for weed control
• Approve $152,687.90 OpenGov software agreement for online permitting
• Award $37,507 construction contract to BellaKai Construction for senior center ADA Phase III
• Approve $436,360.32 in checks and $111,135.28 payroll

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will discuss potential amendments to the municipal code regarding council member compensation following Senate Bill 329, and provide direction to staff. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as approval of minutes, warrants totaling $420,118.89 plus payroll, a treasurer's report, and a resolution for fire department mutual aid reimbursement.

• Discussion on amending Calimesa Municipal Code Chapter 2.10 (City Council) Section 2.10.040 (Compensation) per Senate Bill 329
• Approval of warrant register: $420,118.89 in checks, plus payroll of $119,969.18, $1,670.25, and $108,727.85
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-09 for fire department mutual aid response terms under California Fire Assistance Agreement
• Purchase and replacement of Fire Department handheld portable radios
• Treasurer's report for January 2024, including $3.5M CD purchase at 4.89% interest

Library Commission

The Calimesa Library Commission will review the monthly budget update through February 29, 2024, and discuss recommendations for the FY 2024-2025 budget. They will also receive an update on the YHS 2024 scholarship application process and discuss the new library construction project. The meeting includes a recess to visit the library storage site at 947 Calimesa Blvd.

• Monthly budget update through February 29, 2024
• FY 2024-2025 Budget Discussion & Recommendations
• YHS 2024 Scholarships Application Process Update
• Update and discussion of New Library Construction Project
• Recess to library storage site at 947 Calimesa Blvd.

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will consider approving plans and specifications for Mountainview Park and releasing them for bidding, and will review a fee and cost allocation plan and set a public hearing for April 15, 2024. The consent calendar includes approving $885,492.79 in warrants, joining the WEX state fuel card program, and rejecting two bids for right-of-way weed control services. A closed session covers negotiations for four parcels on County Line Road.

• Approve plans and specifications for Mountainview Park and release for formal bidding
• Set April 15, 2024 public hearing for fee study, Master Fee Schedule, and Cost Allocation Plan
• Approve warrant register totaling $885,492.79 (Check Nos. 41592-41653)
• Approve application and agreement for WEX State of California Fuel Card Program
• Reject two bids for Right of Way Weed Control Services, Project No. 2023-08

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

This agenda contains construction documents for the Mountainview Park Expansion project, including demolition, grading, irrigation, planting, and electrical plans. The City Council is reviewing the landscape architecture plans for the project, which covers 87,320 square feet total with 52,495 square feet of landscape area. The documents specify contractor requirements, including licensing, site visits, and compliance with City of Calimesa standards.

• Mountainview Park Expansion project with 87,320 SF total area and 52,495 SF landscape area
• Demolition of existing fence (1,048 LF), asphalt (2,183 SF), mow curb (54 LF), and gates (2 EA)
• Relocation of existing power pole and overhead lines
• New pre-cast concrete monument wall with anti-graffiti coating
• Contractor must maintain all landscaping for 3 months prior to owner acceptance

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will vote on routine consent items including approving minutes, warrants totaling $276,737.88, and a treasurer's report. They will also consider adopting a revised Fire Department Policy Manual (Resolution 2024-07) and accepting a federal AFG grant for new breathing apparatus. A presentation from the Riverside County Transportation Commission on the draft Traffic Relief Plan is scheduled for discussion.

• Adopt Resolution 2024-07 updating Fire Department Policy Manual (6 volumes)
• Accept 2022 AFG grant for Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
• Approve $14,839 purchase of fire pump appliances from LN Curtis
• Reject $163,827 bid for City Hall Complex Roofing Project
• Receive RCTC presentation on draft Traffic Relief Plan

Library Commission

The Calimesa Library Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss routine business, including approving minutes from December 5, 2023, receiving a library report on circulation and computer usage, and conducting annual reorganization. They will also review a monthly budget update through January 31, 2024, and discuss the new library construction project.

• Annual Commission Reorganization
• Monthly budget update through January 31, 2024
• Update and discussion of New Library Construction Project
• Approval of December 5, 2023 action minutes
• Library report on circulation and computer usage

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council is meeting to approve routine consent items, including warrants totaling over $4.1 million, and to discuss several business items. Key actions include a mid-year budget amendment, potential changes to council compensation under Senate Bill 329, and appointments to the SCAG General Assembly. The council will also receive a federal advocacy report highlighting $7 million in pending earmarks for local projects.

• Approve warrant register totaling $4,165,113.39 (Check Nos. 41417-41531) plus payrolls
• Authorize purchase orders for radio installation and equipment mounting on new Sutphen Monarch G2 fire pumper
• Adopt Resolution No. 2024-05 amending FY 2023-24 budget with adjustments in Attachments A-E
• Discuss amending City Council compensation per Senate Bill 329
• Receive federal advocacy report noting $7 million in pending earmarks for County Line Road roundabout, Cherry Valley I-10 interchange, and Emergency Operations Center

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council is holding a special workshop to discuss and provide direction on a new full cost allocation plan and user fee study. The council will consider fee recommendations, an implementation date of July 1, 2024, and annual fee updates tied to the Consumer Price Index. The current fee schedule is from 2014 and does not include the new in-house Fire Department.

• Full Cost Allocation Plan with indirect rate of 25.26%
• OMB 2 CFR Part 200 Compliant Cost Allocation Plan
• User fee study by Matrix Consulting Group
• Administrative fee rate increase from 10% to 25.62% for full cost recovery
• Credit card fee rate increase from 2.5% to 5.14% for full cost recovery

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The Calimesa City Council will consider adopting an urgency ordinance setting a $250 campaign contribution maximum, along with approving a $925,801.73 fire truck lease and a $77,843.92 skid steer purchase. The agenda also includes routine consent items like warrant registers, a language access plan, and a vector control services agreement.

• Urgency Ordinance No. 396: $250 campaign contribution limit
• Master equipment lease for Sutphen Monarch G2 Pumper, $925,801.73
• Purchase of SSV75HFRC skid steer, $77,843.92
• Warrant register totaling $503,950.28 plus payrolls
• Amendment to MOU with Riverside County DEH for vector control

Library Commission

The January 2, 2024 Library Commission meeting is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 6, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. at the Norton Younglove Senior Center.

• January 2, 2024 meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: February 6, 2024, 4:30 p.m., Norton Younglove Senior Center, 908 Park Avenue

City Council/Successor Agency to the RDA

The January 1, 2024 regular City Council meeting is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Norton Younglove Senior Center.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting: January 16, 2024, 6:00 p.m., Norton Younglove Senior Center