Menifee public meetings in 2025

Special City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to review and discuss a presentation on the City of Menifee Land Use Financial Analysis. The analysis was provided by Urban3, LLC.

• Discussion of Land Use Financial Analysis presentation by Urban3, LLC

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings on annexing Bailey Park and Nautical Cove into a maintenance services district to levy special taxes. The body is also deciding on police department funding and updates to the city salary schedule.

• Proposed special taxes and bonded indebtedness for Community Facilities District 2025-5 (Nautical Cove)
• Proposed annexation and special taxes for Bailey Park and Nautical Cove into CFD 2017-1
• Appropriation of $55,170 in asset forfeiture funds for a replacement Dodge Durango
• Approval of warrant register with a total budgetary impact of $3,131,004.39
• Salary schedule updates for mandatory minimum wage increases and new police classifications

Veterans and Military Families Advisory Committee Meeting

The Menifee Veterans and Military Families Advisory Committee will meet to review a potential Field of Honor event and approve minutes from the November 17 meeting. The group will also discuss future agenda items, including a Military Banner Program renewal and resources for veteran families.

• Approval of November 17, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of potential Field of Honor event
• Military Banner Program renewal process (Target: Feb 2026)
• Resources for Veteran and Military Families (Target: Mar 2026)
• One-Time Property Tax Reimbursement (Target: TBD)

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will review a staffing proposal to convert the Audie Murphy Ranch Skate Park to an open-access model. The body will also provide feedback on athletic field allocation and review the city's turf management program.

• Audie Murphy Ranch Skate Park staffing proposal for open-access model
• Athletic Field Allocation Policy update feedback
• Turf Management Program overview
• 2025 Chelsea Bollinger Spirit of Service Award
• Monthly updates for Recreation, Administration, Solid Waste, Recycling, Parks, Right-of-Way, and Facilities divisions

City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council will consider several consent‑calendar items, including a waiver of ordinance readings and the ratification of voucher and payroll registers totaling a $4,985,943.63 budgetary impact. It will also vote on a contractor short list for the Minor Home Rehabilitation Grant Program and related master service agreements. A public‑hearing resolution will be adopted to deny Appeal No. PLN25‑0193 for the Menifee 27 Project. Closed‑session legal counsel conferences on existing and anticipated litigation will be held before the regular meeting.

• Waive full reading of all ordinances on the agenda, reading titles only
• Ratify voucher, payroll, and void‑check lists with a total budget impact of $4,985,943.63
• Approve pre‑approved contractor short list for the Minor Home Rehabilitation Grant Program, authorizing up to $100,000 per year per master service agreement through FY 2030/31
• Approve Landscape Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans for Parcel Map 37992 (Motte Country Plaza Project)
• Adopt resolution denying Appeal No. PLN25‑0193, confirming the Menifee 27 Project is CEQA‑exempt

The City Council approved the meeting agenda and consent calendar unanimously. It ratified voucher lists with a total budget impact of $4,985,943.63 and approved several contracts, including a landscape agreement with Caltrans and IT purchases up to $300,000 per year. The council adopted Resolution No. 25‑1658, denying Appeal No. PLN25‑0193 and approving the tentative tract map and plot plan for the Menifee 27 Project.

• Approved meeting agenda unanimously (4-0-1, Mayor Estrada absent)
• Approved consent calendar unanimously (4-0-0, Mayor Estrada absent)
• Ratified voucher lists totaling $4,985,943.63 (no recorded vote)
• Approved Minor Home Rehabilitation Grant Program pre‑approved contractor shortlist (no recorded vote)
• Approved Landscape Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans for Parcel Map 37992 (no recorded vote)
• Approved amendment to Rick Engineering contract for Innovation District plan (no recorded vote)
• Approved IT qualified suppliers list and purchase orders up to $300,000 annually (no recorded vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25‑1658 denying appeal and approving tentative tract map for Menifee 27 Project (unanimous)

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will hear program overviews from Youth Leaders of Menifee and the Inland Caregiver Resource Center’s PEARLS initiative. It will then review and discuss the 2026 meeting calendar and select a date for the annual park and facility tour. Routine items include approval of the October 28, 2025 minutes and a public comment period.

• Youth Leaders of Menifee program overview presentation
• Inland Caregiver Resource Center PEARLS program overview
• Review and discussion of the 2026 Senior Advisory Committee meeting calendar
• Selection of a meeting date for the annual park and facility tour

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting the 2025 California Fire and Wildland-Urban Interface Codes. The body is also deciding on commercial vehicle parking restrictions and real property acquisitions for road widening projects.

• Adoption of 2025 California Fire and California Wildland-Urban Interface Codes
• Ordinance to prohibit certain commercial vehicle parking on City streets and highways
• Right-of-Way contract with McCall Senior 37, LLC for Valley Boulevard Widening up to $206,000
• Right-of-Way contract with PHH Real Estate, LLC for McCall Boulevard Widening up to $69,762
• Acceptance of $20,000 Regional Early Action Planning 2.0 Grant for ADU plans update

The council adopted the 2025 California Fire and Wildland‑Urban Interface Codes and a new ordinance limiting commercial vehicle parking. It approved right‑of‑way contracts for the McCall and Valley Boulevard widening projects and accepted a $20,000 regional grant. Additional items included the Legado Specific Plan amendment, a street‑name resolution, and routine budget approvals.

• Approved agenda unanimously (4-0-1)
• Approved consent calendar unanimously (4-0-1)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-423 prohibiting certain commercial vehicle parking
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-424 approving Legado Specific Plan Amendment No. 1
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-425 adopting 2025 CA Fire and Wildland‑Urban Interface Codes (4-0-1)
• Accepted $20,000 WRCOG Regional Early Action Planning Grant and appropriated funds (Resolution 25-1655)
• Approved right‑of‑way contract with PHH Real Estate for McCall Blvd widening (up to $69,762)
• Approved right‑of‑way contract with McCall Senior 37 for Valley Blvd widening (up to $206,000) and appropriated $444,358 (Resolution 25-1656)

Veterans and Military Families Advisory Committee

The Veterans and Military Families Advisory Committee will review the 2025 Veterans Day Ceremony to provide feedback for the 2026 event. The meeting includes a presentation on Riverside County Veterans’ Services. Members will also identify future agenda items regarding veteran resources and programs.

• Riverside County Veterans’ Services Overview presentation by James Caraballo
• Review and discussion of the 2025 Veterans Day Ceremony
• Future request: Potential 2026 Field of Honors Event in Menifee
• Future request: Military Banner Program Renewal Process
• Future request: One-Time Property Tax Reimbursement

The Veterans and Military Families Advisory Committee met on November 17, 2025. The members approved the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting and the agenda for the November 17 meeting, both by unanimous vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved October 20, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 17, 2025 agenda (unanimous)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Menifee Planning Commission will consider three public‑hearing items. It will continue the Trumble and Watson Warehouse hearing to December 10, 2025. It will adopt a resolution certifying the Environmental Impact Report and approving Plot Plan PLN23‑0245 for the Menifee (Pemcor) Business Park at 33521 Zeiders Road. It will also adopt resolutions for the Cypress Sands residential project, including an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and approval of Tentative Tract Map 39364 and Plot Plan PLN24‑0137.

• Continue Trumble and Watson Warehouse hearing – new date set for Dec 10 2025
• Adopt resolution certifying EIR (State Clearinghouse No. 2024071016) for Pemcor Business Park
• Adopt resolution approving Plot Plan PLN23‑0245 for Pemcor Business Park
• Adopt resolution adopting Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for Cypress Sands
• Adopt resolution approving Tentative Tract Map 39364 and Plot Plan PLN24‑0137 for Cypress Sands

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will discuss parkland dedication fees for the Salt Creek development. The body will also provide recommendations for the 2026 Independence Celebration and review final designs for park signage.

• Quimby Assessment for Salt Creek Development (Tract 38625)
• Budget appropriation recommendation for 2026 Independence Celebration nighttime component
• Final design package for Capital Improvement Program 24-10 Park Signage
• 2026 Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission meeting calendar
• Memorialization options for Community Services Coordinator Chelsea Bollinger

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. The consent calendar was passed and the Quimby Assessment for the Salt Creek development was approved. The 2026 commission meeting calendar was approved, including the cancellation of the January and July meetings. The commission moved the Independence Day Celebration start time to 5 PM and scheduled the parade for July 4, and approved a recognition award for Community Services Coordinator Chelsea Bollinger.

• Agenda approved unanimously (4-0-1, Trembly absent)
• Minutes approved unanimously (4-0-1, Trembly absent)
• Consent calendar passed (ayes: Foust, Peterson, Sanchez, Giedroyce; nays: none)
• Quimby Assessment for Salt Creek Development approved (ayes: Foust, Peterson, Sanchez, Giedroyce; nays: none)
• 2026 commission meeting calendar approved, canceling Jan and July meetings (ayes: Foust, Peterson, Sanchez, Giedroyce; nays: none)
• Recognition option No. 1 for Chelsea Bollinger approved (ayes: Foust, Peterson, Sanchez, Giedroyce; nays: none)
• Independence Day Celebration start time moved to 5 PM and parade set for July 4 (consensus)
• Requested staff to provide additional nighttime spectacular options and costs (consensus)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss ordinances to prohibit certain commercial vehicle parking and adopt the 2025 California Fire and Wildland-Urban Interface Codes. The body is also considering the adoption of a new Tourism Master Plan and several highway safety grants.

• Proposed ordinance to prohibit certain commercial vehicle parking on city streets and highways
• Adoption of the Menifee Placemaking, Unique Identity, and Tourism Master Plan
• Approval of $13,227,812.54 in voucher lists and payroll registers
• Caltrans Highway Safety grants totaling $216,630 for guardrails, striping, and pedestrian crossings
• Contract amendments for Dennis Janda, Inc. (+$125,000) and NV5, Inc. (+$150,000)

The council adopted the Menifee Placemaking, Unique Identity, and Tourism Master Plan. It accepted three Caltrans Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle 12 grants for guardrail, striping, and pedestrian crossing projects and authorized the City Manager to execute supplemental agreements. The council also created a new Community Facilities District at Nautical Cove, approved annexations into an existing CFD, and increased the limits on two existing service agreements.

• Adopted Menifee Placemaking, Unique Identity, and Tourism Master Plan
• Accepted Caltrans HSIP Cycle 12 grant $115,380 for Citywide Guardrail Improvements Project and authorized supplemental agreement
• Accepted Caltrans HSIP Cycle 12 grant $51,480 for Edgeline Striping Improvements Project and authorized supplemental agreement
• Accepted Caltrans HSIP Cycle 12 grant $49,770 for Citywide Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Project and authorized supplemental agreement
• Adopted Resolution establishing Community Facilities District No. 2025-5, Nautical Cove, and incurred bonded indebtedness
• Adopted Resolution adding Annexation No. 33 into CFD No. 2017-1, authorizing special tax levy and setting public hearing for Dec 17 2025
• Approved amendment to Master Agreement with Dennis Janda, Inc., increasing amount by $125,000 to a total not‑to‑exceed $625,000 through June 30 2026
• Approved amendment to master agreement with NV5, Inc., increasing amount by $150,000 to a total not‑to‑exceed $530,000 through June 30 2026

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee will meet to appoint two members and one alternate to a subcommittee for the 2026 Senior Expo and Wellness Fair. The meeting will conclude with a park tour.

• Appointment of two members and one alternate to the 2026 Senior Expo and Wellness Fair subcommittee
• Approval of September 23, 2025 minutes
• Request for Caregivers Resource Presentation in November 2025
• Park tour following adjournment

The Senior Advisory Committee unanimously approved the September 23, 2025 meeting minutes and the October 28, 2025 agenda. It also appointed Gloria Sanchez and Charmaine Summers as members of the 2026 Senior Expo and Wellness Fair subcommittee, with Laurie Garcia named as the alternate. All actions were approved without dissent.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 28, 2025 agenda (unanimous)
• Appointed Gloria Sanchez to 2026 Senior Expo and Wellness Fair subcommittee (unanimous)
• Appointed Charmaine Summers to 2026 Senior Expo and Wellness Fair subcommittee (unanimous)
• Appointed Laurie Garcia as alternate to 2026 Senior Expo and Wellness Fair subcommittee (unanimous)

2025 Education Summit Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to plan the 6th Annual Menifee Education Summit. Members will discuss how the city and schools can collaborate to address the impact of growth and promote community safety.

• Approval of November 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion on growth and common safety measures impacting the city and schools
• Introduction of the Menifee Leaders of Tomorrow program

Planning Commission Meeting

The Menifee Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a tentative tract map and plot plan for the 'Menifee 27' residential project. The commission is tasked with determining if the project requires additional environmental analysis and approving the map and plot plan.

• Public hearing on Tentative Tract Map No. 39115 'Menifee 27'
• Approval of October 8, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Consideration of 'Menifee 27' residential project on Palomar Road

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 8 meeting. It then adopted Resolution PC25‑675, approving Tentative Tract Map No. 39115 and Plot Plan PLN24‑0254 for the Menifee 27 residential project. The approval was recorded with a 5‑0 vote and no dissent.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved October 8, 2025 Planning Commission minutes (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution PC25-675 approving Tentative Tract Map No. 39115 and Plot Plan PLN24-0254 for Menifee 27 (5-0)

Veterans and Military Families Advisory Committee

The Menifee Veterans and Military Families Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from September, review a proposed 2026 meeting calendar, and discuss future events including a Field of Honors and Military Banner Program renewal.

• Review proposed 2026 meeting calendar
• Discuss 2026 Field of Honors event
• Discuss Military Banner Program renewal
• Approve September 15, 2025 minutes
• Public comments on non-agenda items

City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council will hold a closed‑session briefing with legal counsel on several existing and anticipated litigation matters. During the regular session the Council will consider routine agenda items, approve the warrant register with a total budget impact of $5,766,822.94, and adopt a $15,323 State Homeland Security grant. The most consequential action is the approval of an amendment to the professional services agreement with Southstar Engineering & Consulting, Inc., raising compensation by $120,000 for the Holland Road/I‑215 Overcrossing project to a maximum of $5,448,401.80. Additional items include waiving full readings of ordinances and other standard reports.

• Closed‑session legal counsel conferences on existing and anticipated litigation (City of Menifee v. City of Perris and two other cases).
• Waiver of full reading of all ordinances listed on the agenda.
• Ratification of voucher lists and payroll registers totaling $5,766,822.94 for August 2025.
• Adoption of FY 2024 State Homeland Security Program Grant for $15,323.
• Approval of Amendment No. 5 to the Southstar Engineering agreement, increasing compensation by $120,000 to a total not to exceed $5,448,401.80 for the Holland Road/I‑215 Overcrossing project.

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent calendar. It adopted resolutions to accept a $15,323 State Homeland Security grant and a $300 Clean Air microgrant, and to update the authorized position listing and salary schedule. The council approved a $120,000 amendment to the Southstar Engineering agreement for the Holland Road/I‑215 Overcrossing and a $182,499 change order for the Central Park Amphitheater. It also accepted public improvements for Tract Maps 36803 and 36484 and continued a public hearing on a commercial‑vehicle parking ordinance to November 5, 2025.

• Agenda approved unanimously (4-0-1)
• Consent calendar approved unanimously (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 25-1638 to accept $15,323 State Homeland Security grant
• Adopted Resolution 25-1640 to accept $300 Coalition for Clean Air microgrant
• Approved Amendment No. 5 to Southstar Engineering contract, adding $120,000 (Holland Road/I‑215 Overcrossing)
• Approved Contract Change Order No. 7 with Optima RPM, adding $182,499.11 (Central Park Amphitheater)
• Accepted public improvements for Tract Map 36803 (Quartz Trail) and Tract Map 36484 (Audie Murphy Ranch)
• Continued public hearing on commercial‑vehicle parking ordinance to Nov 5 2025

Special Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will discuss a proposed amendment to the Legado project development agreement and a bond premium reimbursement for Lennar Homes. The committee will also receive an annual report on Community Facilities District bond premiums.

• Proposed Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement (2018-277) with BLC Fleming and Lennar, LLC for the Legado project
• Proposed bond premium reimbursement with Lennar Homes for Community Facilities District No. 2022-3, Legado, IA1
• Annual report on Community Facilities District (CFD) bond premiums

The committee approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting unanimously (2-0). It then unanimously approved a recommendation to amend the Development Agreement for the Legado project and forward it to City Council. The committee also unanimously approved a recommendation to reimburse a bond premium for the Legado Community Facilities District and to present it to City Council. Finally, it unanimously accepted the annual report on Community Facilities District bond premiums.

• Approved September 9, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (2-0)
• Approved recommendation to amend Legado Development Agreement (2-0)
• Approved recommendation for Legado bond premium reimbursement (2-0)
• Approved receipt of annual CFD bond premium report (2-0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a fitness center project and an amendment to a development agreement. The body will also receive an annual report from the Community Development Department.

• Fitwell Health Fitness Center: Proposed approval of Plot Plan No. PLN23-0150 and Conditional Use Permit No. PLN23-0151
• Legado Specific Plan: Proposed Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement No. 2018-277
• Community Development Department FY 24/25 Annual Report presentation

The Menifee Planning Commission adopted Resolution PC25-671, approving a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Fitwell Health Fitness Center project. It also approved Resolution PC25-672, granting the project's Plot Plan and Conditional Use Permit. Additionally, the commission approved Resolutions PC25-673 and PC25-674, recommending no further environmental review and endorsing Amendment No. 1 to the Legado Specific Plan development agreement. All actions were approved unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Resolution PC25-671 Mitigated Negative Declaration for Fitwell Health Center (5-0)
• Approved Resolution PC25-672 Plot Plan No. PLN23-0150 and Conditional Use Permit No. PLN23-0151 for Fitwell Health Center (5-0)
• Approved Resolution PC25-673 recommendation that no additional environmental review is required (5-0)
• Approved Resolution PC25-674 recommendation to adopt Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement No. 2018-277 for the Legado Specific Plan (5-0)
• Approved agenda unanimously (5-0)
• Approved minutes from September 10, 2025 meeting unanimously (5-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission will review and approve the Quimby Assessment for Heritage Village (Tract Map 38346) and recommend to City Council the Quimby Agreement with Lennar Homes to fund the East and West Parks and Paseos of Legado Phase 1. It will also consider a second review of Community Services Facility Rental User Fee recommendations and receive information on city‑owned vacant lots and infill opportunities. Monthly updates from the Parks & Facilities, Recreation & Administration, and Capital Improvement Program divisions will be filed.

• Review and approve Quimby Assessment for Heritage Village (Tract Map 38346)
• Recommend to City Council the Quimby Agreement with Lennar Homes for park development (Legado Phase 1, Tracts 37408 1‑4 and 37409 1‑3)
• Second review of Community Services Department Facility Rental User Fee recommendations
• Receive and file monthly updates: Parks & Facilities (Aug 14–Sept 15, 2025), Recreation/Administration (Sept 2025), Capital Improvement Program (July–Sept 2025)
• Receive information on city‑owned vacant lots and potential infill opportunities

The commission unanimously approved the agenda and the consent calendar items. It reviewed and approved the Quimby Assessment for Heritage Village and recommended that City Council adopt the Quimby Agreement with Lennar Homes. The commission also voted to recommend a 20% increase in community services user fees for non‑profit organizations and residents, and an adjustment for non‑residents. Minutes of the prior meeting were approved unanimously.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Consent calendar items approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Heritage Village Quimby Assessment approved and Quimby Agreement recommended to City Council (5‑0)
• Recommended 20% user‑fee increase for non‑profits and residents, with regional adjustment for non‑residents (4‑0‑1)
• Minutes of September 4, 2025 meeting approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Received and filed August‑September Parks and Facilities Division update
• Received and filed September Recreation, Administration, Solid Waste and Recycling update
• Received and filed Capital Improvement Program quarterly update (July‑September 2025)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss maintenance options for the Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District. The body is also deciding on several contracts for infrastructure projects and the adoption of special taxes for two Community Facilities Districts.

• Contract with Wood Rodgers, Inc. for Holland Road Widening design not to exceed $949,996.18
• Reimbursement Agreement with Western Regional Council of Governments not to exceed $4,270,000
• Special tax levies for CFD No. 2017-1 Annexations No. 30 and No. 35
• Purchase of property from Fairfield Inn & Suites for Civic Center Parking Lot not to exceed $56,600
• Warrant register approval with a total budgetary impact of $5,752,411.71

The City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑421 and Ordinance No. 2025‑422, levying special taxes to fund Community Facilities District No. 2017‑1 Maintenance Services for Annexations 30 and 35. It approved the purchase of parcel APN 360 850 031 for the Civic Center Parking Lot Project, limited to $56,600. The Council also approved design and funding agreements for the Holland Road widening project, including a PSA with Wood Rodgers, Inc. up to $949,996.18 and a reimbursement agreement with WRCOG up to $4,279,000.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑421 levying special taxes for CFD No. 2017‑1 Annexation 30
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑422 levying special taxes for CFD No. 2017‑1 Annexation 35
• Approved purchase of parcel APN 360 850 031 for Civic Center Parking Lot Project (up to $56,600)
• Approved PSA with Wood Rodgers, Inc. for Holland Road widening design (up to $949,996.18)
• Approved TUMF reimbursement agreement with WRCOG (up to $4,279,000)
• Adopted Resolutions 25‑1633 and 25‑1634 appropriating $595,000 for the Holland Road project
• Awarded IK Consulting contract for Accela implementation and support (up to $75,000)
• Amended CIP to add Menifee Hills‑Salt Creek Trail Study and approved $125,000 revenue/expenditure transfers

Special City Council - Placemaking, Unique Identity, and Tourism Master Plan Workshop

The City Council will meet for a special workshop to review and discuss the Menifee Placemaking, Unique Identity, and Tourism Master Plan.

• Discussion of the Placemaking, Unique Identity, and Tourism Master Plan

The council held a special meeting on Oct. 1, 2025, heard presentations from community members, and voiced support for the proposed Menifee Placemaking, Unique Identity, and Tourism Master Plan. No formal vote or vote tally was recorded.

• Expressed support for the Menifee Placemaking, Unique Identity, and Tourism Master Plan (no vote recorded)

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Menifee Senior Advisory Committee meeting will include a presentation on the Inland Empire Master Plan for Aging. Committee members will discuss upcoming community engagement opportunities, locations for an annual park and facility tour, and feedback from the Senior Services Survey. A future agenda request for a Caregivers Resource Presentation in November 2025 is also noted.

• Presentation: Inland Empire Master Plan for Aging (Carmen Estrada, MPA Executive Director/Treasurer & IE‑MPA Co‑Chair)
• Discussion: Community Engagement Opportunities – designate member participation in upcoming city events
• Discussion: Annual Park and Facility Tour – review options and potential locations
• Discussion: Senior Services Survey – review community feedback and consider new programs
• Future agenda request: Caregivers Resource Presentation (target date November 2025)

City Council and Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Joint Meeting

The Menifee City Council will hold a special meeting to review a fiscal analysis regarding the potential takeover of landscape maintenance and recreation services for the Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District within the city limits.

• Valley-Wide Special District Annexation Fiscal Analysis Workshop
• Discussion on City providing maintenance and recreation services

The council and Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission held a discussion on a potential annexation of Valley-Wide Special District parks. Various members expressed support for local control and raised concerns about service levels and funding. No formal action, vote, or decision was recorded.

City Council Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Codes and discuss fire services provided by Riverside County Fire Department/CAL FIRE. The meeting includes decisions on several land annexations and professional service contracts for city infrastructure.

• Adoption of the 2025 California Building Standards Codes
• Bid award to TSK, Inc. for New Heritage Lake Fire Station No. 74 not to exceed $989,880
• Appropriation of $20,000 for a police canine (K9) and training
• Proposed annexations of Menifee Commerce Center and Vista Ridge into CFD No. 2017-1
• Warrant register approval with a total budgetary impact of $6,922,876.79

The council approved the meeting agenda and the September 3 minutes. It adopted the consent calendar, which included a $20,000 police K9 appropriation, a $989,880 design contract for the Heritage Lake Fire Station, and a memorandum for the Blue Envelope Program. The council also adopted a resolution to annex the Menifee Commerce Center into Community Facilities District 2017‑1 and levy a special tax on the annexed land.

• Agenda approved (4-0-1)
• September 3 minutes approved (4-0-1)
• Consent calendar adopted, including asset forfeiture $20,000 for police K9 (4-0-1)
• Awarded design services contract for Heritage Lake Fire Station, up to $989,880 (4-0-1)
• Approved MOU with Inland Regional Center for Blue Envelope Program (4-0-1)
• Adopted annexation resolution and special tax for Menifee Commerce Center (4-0-1)
• Waived reading of ordinances, reading by title only (adopted)
• Received and filed July 2025 Treasurer’s Report (adopted)

Veteran and Military Families Advisory Committee

The Menifee Veterans and Military Families Advisory Committee will review the feasibility of a city-sponsored property tax exemption program for disabled veterans. The group will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and hear a presentation from the Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce regarding business resources for veterans.

• Approval of August 18, 2025 minutes
• Presentation: Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce on veterans business resources
• Discussion: Property tax exemption (rebate) for disabled veterans
• Future agenda requests: Field of Honors event and Military Banner Program renewal
• Public comments on non-agenda items

Planning Commission Meeting

The Menifee Planning Commission will consider a public hearing for a restaurant project at Menifee Lakes Shopping Center. Staff recommends approving a building configuration change and filing a Notice of Determination.

• Public hearing for Richie's Diner restaurant
• Approval of Major Modification No. PLN24-0119
• Menifee Lakes Shopping Center project
• Notice of Determination (NOD) filing

The Menifee Planning Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting. It then adopted Resolution PC25-670, approving the major modification for Richie’s Diner in the Menifee Lakes Shopping Center and directing staff to file a Notice of Determination. No other items were discussed.

• Approved agenda (4-0-1)
• Approved August 27, 2025 minutes (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution PC25-670 approving Richie’s Diner building configuration (4-0-1)
• Directed staff to file Notice of Determination for Richie’s Diner (4-0-1)

Finance Committee Meeting

The committee will review the proposed Community Facilities District 2025‑6 to finance public improvements for 45 single‑family homes at the northwest corner of Menifee Road and Coastline Avenue and recommend it to the City Council. It will also consider a fiscal impact analysis for a potential Public Safety Services CFD, receive an update to the Purchasing and Contracting Administrative Manual (AD‑35), review input on establishing a Section 115 Trust, and receive the City’s Annual Cash & Investment Overview for July 1 2024 to June 30 2025.

• Formation of Community Facilities District 2025‑6 (Coastline) for 45 homes at Menifee Rd & Coastline Ave
• Public Safety Services Community Facilities District fiscal impact analysis
• Purchasing and Contracting Administrative Manual update (Administrative Policy AD‑35)
• Consideration to establish a Section 115 Trust
• City of Menifee Annual Cash & Investment Overview (July 1 2024 – June 30 2025)

The Finance Committee unanimously approved several items, including the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes, the annual cash and investment overview, and a recommendation to submit a Community Facilities District 2025-6 for 45 homes to the City Council. It also approved forwarding a fiscal impact analysis for a public safety services CFD, updating the Purchasing and Contracting Administrative Manual (AD-35), and considering the establishment of a Section 115 Trust. All actions were approved without dissent.

• Approved July 8, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (2-0 unanimous)
• Approved annual cash & investment overview recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to submit Community Facilities District 2025-6 for 45 homes to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to forward public safety services CFD fiscal impact analysis to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved update to Purchasing and Contracting Administrative Manual AD-35 (unanimous)
• Approved consideration of establishing a Section 115 Trust (unanimous)

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting

The commission approved the agenda unanimously (5‑0) with one modification. The August 7, 2025 meeting minutes were approved unanimously (5‑0) with one modification. Commissioners voted to table the Community Services User Fee Recommendations and requested additional usage data and rate comparisons. The motion to table passed with all five members voting aye.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5‑0) with one modification (Item 9.1)
• August 7, 2025 minutes approved unanimously (5‑0) with one modification
• Tabled Community Services Facility Rental User Fee Recommendations (motion passed)
• Requested additional information on user type percentages and facility rental use
• Requested rate comparisons with Murrieta, Temecula, and valley‑wide rates

City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council unanimously approved the annexation of the Nova Power parcel into Community Facilities District 2017‑1 and authorized a special tax on the land. The council also adopted several contract awards and amendments, accepted the New Quail Valley Fire Station No. 5 improvements, and approved an updated Community Facilities District policy. All actions were adopted with a 5‑0 vote.

• Adopted resolution annexing Nova Power parcel (Assessor’s Parcel No. 331‑180‑025) into CFD 2017‑1 and levying a special tax (5‑0)
• Approved $208,977 bid to NPG, Inc. for Beth Drive Street Improvements – Murrieta Rd to Melvin St (5‑0)
• Approved $182,900.15 amendment to Axon Enterprises agreement for police drone launch pad (total $6,997,003.99) (5‑0)
• Approved $150,000 amendment to Gary F. Hoyt Landscape Architecture agreement (total $455,000) (5‑0)
• Approved $716,983.75 contract change order with Riverside Construction for Holland Rd/Interstate 215 Overcrossing (total $26,752,789.01) and related $1,500,000 TUMF amendment (5‑0)
• Accepted improvements for New Quail Valley Fire Station No. 5 project and authorized filing of Notice of Completion (5‑0)
• Approved amended Community Facilities District Goals & Policies (Policy No. CC‑20) (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution memorializing governance planning during mayor’s deployment and designating a presiding officer (5‑0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Menifee Planning Commission will decide whether to exempt the Menifee Washbank Express Carwash project from the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15332 and adopt a resolution approving Plot Plan No. PLN22-0261, located on Haun Road north of Newport Road. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the August 13, 2025 minutes and a public comments period for non‑agenda matters. No other decisions or discussion items are listed.

• Determine CEQA exemption for Menifee Washbank Express Carwash (Section 15332)
• Adopt resolution approving Plot Plan No. PLN22-0261 on Haun Road north of Newport Road
• Approve August 13, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Public comments period for non‑agenda items (3‑minute limit per speaker)
• No items on the consent calendar

The agenda was approved unanimously (5-0). The minutes from the August 13 meeting were approved unanimously (5-0). The Menifee Washbank Express Carwash public hearing item was continued to the September 24, 2025 meeting after the commission expressed concerns. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved August 13 minutes (5-0)
• Continued Menifee Washbank Express Carwash to Sep 24, 2025 (5-0)

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will meet to elect a new vice chair, discuss appointing a member to a specialized transit working group, and review plans for a senior scam prevention presentation. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear updates on future aging initiatives.

• Election of Senior Advisory Committee Vice Chair
• Appointment to Riverside County Transportation Committee
• Review of Senior Scam and Identity Theft Prevention presentation
• Approval of July 22, 2025 minutes
• Fall/Winter City Wide Special Events presentation

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss appointment options for a Mayor Pro Tem and regional boards during the Mayor's six-month military deployment. The body is also considering new ordinances regarding open alcohol containers and the adoption of 2025 California Building Standards Codes.

• Proposed ordinance expanding regulations for possession of open alcoholic beverage containers in public
• Proposed adoption of 2025 California Building Standards Codes
• Budget amendment of $168,453.02 for National Opiate Litigation Settlement funds for prevention and intervention
• Contract with Kimley-Horn, Inc. for Murrieta Road Widening Project not to exceed $1,472,198
• Contract with Parsons Transportation Group, Inc. for Ethanac Road/Highway 74 Realignment Feasibility Study not to exceed $399,751.05

The council approved the agenda and consent calendar unanimously and ratified voucher lists totaling $5.66 million. It adopted a resolution allocating $168,453.02 from the National Opiate Litigation Settlement Fund for prevention and intervention programs. The council introduced the 2025 California Building Codes ordinance and set a September 17 hearing. Several agreements for infrastructure projects and a historic‑association MOU were also approved.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Consent calendar approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Ratified voucher lists with total budget impact $5,657,753.92
• Authorized $168,453.02 from opioid settlement funds (Resolution 25‑1620)
• Introduced 2025 California Building Codes ordinance; hearing set for Sep 17 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved MOU with Menifee Valley Historical Association
• Approved cooperative agreement for Bradley Road Bridge detour, not‑to‑exceed $6,000
• Approved PSA with Parsons Transportation for Ethanac Road/Highway 74 study, not‑to‑exceed $399,751.05

Veterans and Military Families Advisory Committee Meeting

The Menifee Veterans and Military Families Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes from June 2025 and discuss a Memorandum of Understanding with Menifee Post 1956 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

• Approval of June 16, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of MOU with Menifee Post 1956 VFW
• Presentation on veterans business resources
• Public comments on non-agenda items
• Future agenda requests for Senior Advisory Committee

Planning Commission Meeting

The Menifee Planning Commission will meet to approve the minutes from the July 23 meeting and consider a plot plan for a Denny's restaurant at the northeast corner of Newport Road and Bradley Road. The commission is tasked with determining if the project is exempt from environmental review under CEQA.

• Approval of July 23, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Denny's plot plan approval (PLN24-0189)
• CEQA exemption determination for Denny's project
• Public comments on non-agenda items
• Land Use Analysis and Economic Impact presentation

The commission determined the Denny’s Restaurant project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act and adopted Resolution No. PC25-669 to approve its plot plan. Both actions were approved unanimously with four votes in favor and none against. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were also approved unanimously. No other public hearing items or consent calendar items were considered.

• Approved agenda (4-0-1)
• Approved minutes (4-0-1)
• Determined Denny’s Restaurant project exempt from CEQA (4-0-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. PC25-669 approving Plot Plan No. PLN24-0189 (4-0-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will meet to approve minutes from June 5, 2025, and discuss a request to rename the North Annex facility in honor of Community Services Coordinator Chelsea Bollinger. The meeting will also include updates on department activities and future agenda items.

• Approval of June 5, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Discussion: North Annex Facility Naming Request
• Parks in Progress Update
• Solid Waste & Recycling Update
• Future Agenda Requests: Land Acquisition for Biking and Hiking Trails

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission approved the June 5, 2025 regular meeting minutes with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No agenda modifications were requested. The commission asked staff to gather additional information on the Facility Naming Policy for the North Annex Facility and on ways to memorialize Chelsea Bollinger.

• Approved June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (5‑0)
• Agenda approved with no modifications
• Requested staff gather additional information on Facility Naming Policy and memorial options for Chelsea Bollinger

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several contracts for police and fire department improvements and a real property purchase for the Sun City Greenspace Project. The body will also discuss legislative term limits and the structure of the Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee.

• Purchase of real property from Faith Lutheran Church at Portsmouth Drive and Roanoke Road for up to $450,741.15
• Construction contract with CO Brothers, LLC for Fire Station No. 76 improvements up to $434,625
• Lease agreements with Pacific Mobile Structures, Inc. for police modular buildings up to $373,870.80
• Approval of warrant register with a total budgetary impact of $10,207,617.90
• Ordinance to levy special taxes within Community Facilities District 2022-3, Legado

The City Council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the July 16 minutes. A consent calendar containing multiple items—special‑tax levy, two annexations, a greenspace property purchase, a fire‑station construction bid, and police modular‑building leases—was adopted with a 5‑0 vote. The council also dissolved the Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee and continued work on the Ethanac Expressway Ad Hoc Committee.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5‑0)
• July 16, 2025 minutes approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Consent calendar items approved unanimously (5‑0), including ordinance to levy special taxes
• Annexation No. 30 and No. 35 into Community Facilities District 2017‑1 approved (5‑0)
• Purchase of Sun City Greenspace property approved up to $450,741.15 (5‑0)
• Bid awarded to CO Brothers, LLC for Fire Station No. 76 improvements ($434,625) (5‑0)
• Lease agreements for two police modular buildings approved up to $373,870.80 (5‑0)
• Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee dissolved (adopted, 5‑0)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Menifee Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting and hold public hearings on two development projects. Commissioners will decide whether to exempt the Denny’s Restaurant project from CEQA and approve its plot plan at the northeast corner of Newport Road and Bradley Road. They will also consider resolutions for the Santa Rosa Academy expansion, including an addendum to the environmental impact report and a major modification at the southeast corner of La Piedra Road and Sherman Road.

• Approve July 9, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Determine Denny’s Restaurant project exempt from CEQA under Section 15303
• Adopt resolution approving Plot Plan No. PLN24-0189 at Newport Rd & Bradley Rd
• Adopt resolution recommending Addendum No. 2 to the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Town Center Specific Plan (Santa Rosa Academy)
• Adopt resolution approving Major Modification No. PLN25-0003 and direct staff to file a Notice of Determination for Santa Rosa Academy at La Piedra Rd & Sherman Rd

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda (5‑0). The Denny’s Restaurant item was continued to the August 13 meeting. The commission adopted Resolution PC25‑667 recommending Addendum 2 to the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Town Center Specific Plan and adopted Resolution PC25‑668 approving Major Modification PLN25‑0003 for Santa Rosa Academy, directing staff to file a Notice of Determination.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5-0)
• Continued Denny's Restaurant item to Aug 13 meeting
• Adopted Resolution PC25-667 recommending Addendum 2 to FEIR for Town Center Specific Plan
• Adopted Resolution PC25-668 approving Major Modification PLN25-0003 for Santa Rosa Academy
• Announced Administrative Assistant Rachel Valencia will no longer be main clerk for meetings

Senior Advisory Committee Meeting

The Senior Advisory Committee will meet to provide feedback on potential destinations for senior excursions to theatre productions. The committee will also recognize an exiting Vice-Chair and review minutes from May 27, 2025.

• Discussion of theatre production options and future excursion destinations
• Recognition of exiting Senior Advisory Committee Vice-Chair
• Approval of May 27, 2025 minutes
• Future agenda request: Master Plan on Aging Update (Target date: Fall 2025)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding appeals for the Northern Gateway Logistics Center Warehouse Project and the potential condemnation of property on Ethanac Road. The meeting also includes several grant acceptances and infrastructure contract approvals.

• Public hearing on appeals by Golden State Environmental Justice Alliance and City of Perris regarding Northern Gateway Logistics Center Warehouse Project
• Resolution of Necessity for eminent domain of property at 27471-27491 Ethanac Road
• Contract with Riverside County Public Safety Enterprise Communication for radio services not to exceed $2,145,000
• Bid award to Copp Contracting, Inc. for Local Roads AC Resurfacing Project not to exceed $811,934.90
• Acceptance of CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant ($96,909.52) and Emergency Management Performance Grant ($15,782)

The council adopted the City of Menifee’s updated 2023‑2028 Strategic Plan with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. It also approved several grant acceptances, levy authorizations, and contract awards, including a $15,782 Emergency Management grant, a $96,909.52 cannabis‑tax fund grant, and a $2,145,000 radio transmission services agreement. Additional actions included annual levies for community facilities districts and a road resurfacing contract worth $811,934.90.

• Adopted 2023‑2028 Strategic Plan (5‑0)
• Adopted FY2024 Emergency Management Performance Grant of $15,782
• Accepted DCHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant of $96,909.52
• Adopted annual levy for Maintenance Community Facilities Districts FY2025/26
• Adopted annual levy for Bonded Community Facilities Districts FY2025/26
• Approved radio transmission services agreement with Riverside County PSEC up to $2,145,000
• Awarded Copp Contracting bid for Local Roads AC Resurfacing Project, $811,934.90
• Approved KOA Corp amendment for McCall Boulevard Widening, increasing compensation by $7,560

Planning Commission Meeting

The commission will consider a recommendation to conduct a workshop reviewing the draft preferred land‑use plan for the Menifee Innovation District Specific Plan (MIDSP). The meeting also includes routine business such as approval of the June 11, 2025 Planning Commission minutes and a public comments period for non‑agenda items. No consent calendar or public hearing items are scheduled.

• Discussion Item 10.1 – Workshop to review draft preferred land‑use plan for the Menifee Innovation District Specific Plan (MIDSP)
• Approval of June 11, 2025 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Public comments period for non‑agenda items (limited to three minutes per speaker)
• No consent calendar items
• No public hearing items

The commission approved the meeting agenda with a 5‑0 vote and later approved the June 11, 2025 minutes also by a 5‑0 vote. A discussion item on the Menifee Innovation District Specific Plan was presented, but no vote or formal action was taken.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5‑0)
• June 11, 2025 minutes approved unanimously (5‑0)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will discuss the formation of two new Community Facilities Districts for residential developments. Members will also review proposed policy amendments for special assessments and discuss a potential district for public safety services.

• Proposed CFD 2025-5 (Nautical Cove) for 233 single-family homes north of Holland Road
• Proposed CFD 2025-3 (Quail Hills) for 130 single-family homes between Williams Drive and Goetz Road
• Proposed amendments to Policy CC-20 regarding Special Assessment and CFD goals
• Discussion on forming a Public Safety Services Community Facilities District
• Report on Community Facilities District bond maturity and first call dates

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting unanimously (2‑0). It received and filed a report on maturity and first‑call dates for the City’s Community Facilities District bonds. The committee unanimously approved the formation of CFD 2025‑5 Nautical Cove for 233 homes north of Holland Road and CFD 2025‑3 Quail Hills for 130 homes between Williams Drive and Goetz Road, recommending both be submitted to the City Council. It also approved feedback on revisions to Policy CC‑20 and on the proposed Public Safety Services Community Facilities District and its fiscal impact study.

• Approved May 13, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (2‑0)
• Received and filed report on CFD bond maturity and first‑call dates (2‑0)
• Approved formation of CFD 2025‑5 Nautical Cove (233 homes) and recommendation to City Council (2‑0)
• Approved formation of CFD 2025‑3 Quail Hills (130 homes) and recommendation to City Council (2‑0)
• Approved feedback on revisions to Policy CC‑20 (Special Assessment and CFD Goals) (2‑0)
• Approved feedback on proposed Public Safety Services CFD and fiscal impact analysis study (2‑0)

City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council will adopt the biennial budget and the five‑year Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2025‑2030. It will also consider several special‑tax ordinances for Community Facilities Districts and approve multiple professional‑services agreements totaling several million dollars. Additional items include waiving reading of ordinances and accepting completion notices for various infrastructure projects.

• Adopt 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget
• Second reading and adoption of special‑tax ordinances for Community Facilities District 2025‑1 and 2017‑1
• Approve professional‑services agreement with Parsons Transportation Group, Inc. for Garbani Road/Interstate 215 Interchange ($2,777,240.29)
• Approve on‑call building and safety services contracts with 4Leaf, Inc. and Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. (up to $600,000)
• Approve on‑call asphalt services contract with Access General Contracting, Inc. (up to $625,000)

The City Council adopted Ordinances 2025‑414 and 2025‑415 to levy special taxes for two Community Facilities Districts. It also approved a fire‑hazard map ordinance, updated the FY 2025/2026 investment policy, and authorized access to tax records for a land‑use study. Several professional‑services agreements were approved, covering building safety, asphalt work, engineering, public‑safety counseling, forensic testing and other on‑call services.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-414 to levy special taxes in Community Facilities District 2025‑1, Menifee Vista (unanimous 5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-415 amending Ordinance No. 2017‑231 to levy special taxes for CFD No. 2017‑1 Maintenance Services (unanimous 5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-416 approving Fire Hazard Severity Zone maps for Local Responsibility Areas
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-1593 updating the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Investment Policy
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-1594 authorizing Urban3, LLC access to city sales and use tax records
• Approved professional‑services agreements with 4Leaf, Inc. and Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. (up to $600,000 through 6/30/2026)
• Approved on‑call asphalt services contract with Access General Contracting, Inc. (up to $625,000 through 6/30/2030)
• Approved professional‑services agreement with Parsons Transportation Group, Inc. for the Garbani Road/I‑215 Interchange Project (up to $2,777,240.29 through 12/31/2028)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Menifee Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on June 11, 2025, at 6:00 PM in City Council Chambers. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding Assembly Bill 98, with no public hearings or consent calendar items scheduled.

• Discussion of Assembly Bill 98 requirements
• Approval of May 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments on non-agenda items (3 min limit)

The commission approved the meeting agenda with a unanimous vote (4-0-1, one commissioner absent). The minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting were also approved unanimously (4-0-1). No other actions or decisions were taken.

• Approved agenda (4-0-1)
• Approved May 28 minutes (4-0-1)

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will meet to approve minutes from the May 1 meeting and discuss future projects including a memorial naming, a Central Park tour, and land acquisition for trails.

• Approval of May 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Recognition of July as Parks Make Life Better Month
• Future agenda requests for memorial naming and park tours
• Updates on solid waste, recreation, and capital improvements
• Identification of city-owned property for potential park infill

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission approved the May 1, 2025 regular meeting minutes unanimously (4‑0) with no modifications. The agenda for the June 5, 2025 meeting was also approved without any changes. No other actions or approvals were taken during the meeting.

• Approved May 1, 2025 meeting minutes (4‑0 unanimous)
• Approved agenda with no modifications

City Council Meeting

The City Council will discuss the formation of Community Facilities District 2025-1 and the issuance of special tax bonds for McLaughlin Village. The body is also reviewing solid waste rate adjustments and several professional service contract amendments.

• Proposed formation of Community Facilities District 2025-1, Menifee Vista
• Solid waste rate adjustments for FY 2025/2026 by Waste Management of the Inland Empire
• Bid award to American Forensic Nurses, Inc. for phlebotomy services not to exceed $150,000
• Contract change order of $281,061.96 for Menifee Road Resurfacing (Aldergate Drive to McCall Boulevard)
• Introduction of an ordinance to adopt Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps

The City Council approved the agenda and consent calendar by a 4‑0‑1 vote. It adopted multiple resolutions to levy assessments for Landscape and Lighting District 89‑1, County Service Area charges, and Improvement Area No. 1 of Community Facilities District 2022‑3. The Council established Community Facilities District 2025‑1 for Menifee Vista, certified its election results, and authorized a special‑tax levy, each approved 4‑0‑1. Several contract amendments and a $150,000 forensic phlebotomy services award were also approved.

• Agenda approved 4‑0‑1
• Consent calendar approved 4‑0‑1
• Adopted Resolutions 25‑1579, 25‑1580, 25‑1581 to levy assessments for Landscape and Lighting District 89‑1
• Adopted Resolution 25‑1582 to continue County Service Area charges for FY 2025‑26
• Adopted Resolution 25‑1583 to amend rate and facilities for Improvement Area No. 1 of CFD 2022‑3
• Established CFD 2025‑1 for Menifee Vista and authorized levy, approved 4‑0‑1
• Awarded $150,000 bid to American Forensic Nurses for forensic phlebotomy services
• Amended Spicer Consulting agreement, increasing amount by $500,000 and extending term to 6/30/2027

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a medical office project and discuss proposed changes to the city's municipal code. The body is asked to recommend specific ordinances and exemptions to the City Council.

• Public hearing for Kaiser Permanente Medical Office at the northeast corner of Rouse Road and Encanto Drive (Plot Plan No. PLN24-0103, Master Sign Program No. PLN24-0193, and Minor Exception No. PLN24-0201)
• Proposed amendments to Municipal Code Title 5 (Business Regulations), Title 7 (Subdivisions), and Title 9 (Development Code) under Planning Case No. LR24-0135

The commission approved the Kaiser Permanente Medical Office project by adopting Resolution PC25-665 and directing staff to file a Notice of Exemption. It also adopted Resolution PC25-666 recommending the City Council amend Titles 5, 7, and 9 of the Municipal Code. Both resolutions were approved unanimously with a 4‑0‑1 vote (four in favor, one absent).

• Approved Kaiser Permanente Medical Office plot plan (Resolution PC25-665) – vote 4-0-1
• Recommended City Council adopt municipal code amendments (Resolution PC25-666) – vote 4-0-1

City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council will hold a closed‑session to address a liability claim by Jason Adams and several pending litigations. In the regular session, council members will consider a consent calendar that includes waiving ordinance readings, ratifying voucher lists with a $4,511,054.09 budget impact, and approving a purchase agreement for 19 parcels west of Menifee Road to be designated as open space, not to exceed $1,150,000. Additional agenda items include contract amendments for professional services and budget adjustments related to those projects.

• Liability claim – Jason Adams vs. City of Menifee (closed session)
• Waiver of reading all ordinances listed on the agenda
• Ratify voucher lists dated 4/18/2025 and 4/25/2025 with total impact $4,511,054.09
• Approve Purchase and Sale Agreement for Menifee Hills open‑space parcels (19 parcels, up to $1,150,000)
• Amendment to 4Leaf, Inc. services increasing total contract to $469,600

The City Council approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously. It ratified voucher and payroll registers with a total budgetary impact of $4,511,054.09 and adopted a resolution approving FY 2025/26 road projects under SB 1. The Council authorized the City Manager to purchase 19 parcels known as Menifee Hills for up to $1,150,000 as open space, and approved related funding adjustments and contract amendments.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5‑0)
• May 7 special and regular meeting minutes approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Ratified voucher and payroll registers totaling $4,511,054.09 (approved)
• Adopted Resolution 25‑1575 approving FY 2025/26 SB 1 road projects (approved)
• Approved purchase of Menifee Hills open‑space property up to $1,150,000 (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolutions 25‑1576 and 25‑1577 increasing revenue and appropriations by $1,164,540 (approved)
• Approved amendment to 4Leaf, Inc. contract, increasing total to $469,600 (approved)
• Approved amendment to NV5, Inc. contract, increasing total to $1,623,000 and appropriated $223,872 reserve funds (approved)

Planning Commission Meeting

The commission will decide whether to adopt resolutions approving two tentative tract maps for the Cantalena project and a plot plan for the Northern Gateway Logistics Center warehouse. It will also review the FY 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program for consistency with the General Plan and hold a workshop on the draft Menifee Innovation District land‑use plan.

• Adopt resolutions approving Tentative Tract Map No. 38372 (PLN22‑0043) and Plot Plan No. PLN22‑0202 for Cantalena
• Adopt resolution approving Tentative Tract Map No. 38682 (PLN24‑0235) for Cantalena
• Adopt resolution certifying Environmental Impact Report (State Clearinghouse No. 2021110379) for Northern Gateway Logistics Center
• Adopt resolution approving Plot Plan No. PLN23‑0040 for Northern Gateway site south of Ethanac Road
• Review FY 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program and adopt consistency resolution

The commission unanimously approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes. It adopted resolutions approving two tentative tract maps and a plot plan for the Cantalena project, and certified the Environmental Impact Report and approved a plot plan for the Northern Gateway Logistics Center warehouse. The commission also adopted a resolution confirming that capital‑improvement projects align with the General Plan and recommended reprioritizing Antelope Road improvements. The Innovation District Specific Plan was continued to a future meeting.

• Agenda approved (5-0)
• April 23 minutes approved (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution PC25 660 approving Tentative Tract Map 38372 and Plot Plan PLN22 0202 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution PC25 661 approving Tentative Tract Map 38682 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution PC25 662 certifying EIR for Northern Gateway (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution PC25 663 approving Plot Plan PLN23 0040 for Northern Gateway (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution PC25 664 confirming CIP projects conform to General Plan and recommending Antelope Road reprioritization (5-0)
• Continued Innovation District Specific Plan to future meeting (no vote recorded)

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will discuss and provide feedback on the proposed Annual Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. The committee may recommend the policy be submitted to the City Council for final approval.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Annual Investment Policy
• Approval of March 26, 2025 Finance Committee Meeting Minutes

The committee unanimously approved the March 26, 2025 Finance Committee meeting minutes (2‑0). They reviewed the proposed Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Investment Policy, provided feedback, and recommended that it be submitted to the City Council for approval at a future meeting.

• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Reviewed FY 2025/2026 Investment Policy and recommended City Council submission

Special City Council Meeting - Fiscal Years 2025/2026 - 2026/2027 Biennial Budget Workshop

The City Council will review a presentation and provide input on the proposed Operating and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budgets for Fiscal Years 2025/26 and 2026/27.

• Fiscal Year 2025/26 and 2026/27 Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budget Workshop

The City Manager, CFO Travis Hickey and Public Works Director Nick Fidler presented the Fiscal Year 2025/26 and 2026/27 operating and capital improvement program budgets. Council members asked staff questions about the proposals. The council subsequently spoke in favor of the proposed budget, though no formal vote tally was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 5:07 PM.

• Council expressed support for the proposed FY 2025/26 and 2026/27 budget (no vote recorded)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will vote on several construction contracts and a new ordinance to revise city procurement procedures. The body will also hold a public hearing on the 2025/2026 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan.

• Contract with Ames Construction, Inc. for Bradley Road Bridge Over Salt Creek Project not to exceed $16,152,581.15
• Ordinance to consolidate and revise City procurement procedures (repealing Chapters 3.12 and 3.30)
• Warrant Register ratification with a total budgetary impact of $7,804,600.46
• Contract with Act 1 Construction, Inc. for New Quail Valley Fire Station No. 5 increasing compensation by $52,629.67
• Police vehicle upfitting services agreement with Dana Safety Supply, West Coast Lights & Sirens, and AEP not to exceed $500,000

The Menifee City Council approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes unanimously. It adopted a new procurement‑procedures ordinance and accepted a $13,032 Justice Assistance Grant for the police department. The council awarded a $16,152,581.15 contract to Ames Construction for the Bradley Road Bridge and approved a $2,921,200 amendment to the Eastern Municipal Water District utility agreement. It also adopted the FY 2025/2026 Community Development Block Grant action plan.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5‑0)
• April minutes approved unanimously (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025‑413 revising procurement procedures
• Accepted $13,032 Justice Assistance Grant for Police Department
• Approved MOU with Menifee Valley Community Cupboard for edible‑food grant
• Awarded $16,152,581.15 Bradley Road Bridge contract (5‑0)
• Approved $2,921,200 amendment to EMWD utility agreement (5‑0)
• Adopted CDBG FY 2025/2026 action plan (5‑0)

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission will discuss the Capital Improvement Program budget recommendations for Fiscal Years 2025‑2027 and provide a recommendation to City Council on infill projects. It will also receive and file an informational report on public‑private partnerships and may give feedback on potential partnership models. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of April 3, 2025 minutes, public comments, and updates from the Community Services Department.

• Discussion of Capital Improvement Program Budget Recommendations for FY 2025‑2027 (infill projects)
• Public‑Private Partnership Overview informational report
• Approval of April 3, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Future agenda request: Naming/Memorial for Chelsea Bollinger – Summer 2025
• Future agenda request: Land acquisition for biking and hiking trails – TBD

The commission unanimously approved the April 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It then voted to recommend that the City Council allocate the $1.2 million of unassigned park funding to install field lighting at Hidden Hills Park and E.L. Pete Petersen Park, finish funding for the Banner Village Park playground, and apply any remaining money to other park projects. No agenda modifications were requested.

• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved recommendation to allocate $1.2 M for park lighting at Hidden Hills and E.L. Pete Petersen Parks and for Banner Village Playground (3-0)
• No agenda modifications requested

Special City Council Meeting - Future Community Center Design Joint Workshop

The City Council will hold a design workshop for the future Menifee Community Center. Members will review and provide feedback on building signage and the Visual and Performing Arts space.

• Review of design elements for CIP Project No. 23-10 located on La Piedra and Menifee Road

The Menifee City Council held a special meeting and a joint workshop on April 29, 2025. Council members and staff reviewed the final design elements for signage, landscaping, and the Visual and Performing Arts space of the future Menifee Community Center (CIP Project No. 23‑10) located at La Piedra and Menifee Road. They provided feedback on those design elements. No vote tallies were recorded.

• Reviewed and provided feedback on design elements of the future Menifee Community Center

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider resolutions to adopt Initial Studies and Mitigated Negative Declarations for two projects, concluding they will not significantly affect the environment. It will then vote to approve Tentative Tract Map No. 38652 (Oak Hills West) and Tentative Tract Map No. 38525 (Menifee Coastline). No other agenda items require action.

• Adopt Initial Study & Mitigated Negative Declaration for Tentative Tract Map No. 38652 “Oak Hills West”
• Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 38652 (PLN23‑0077) north of Ridgemoor Road and Boulder Crest Way
• Adopt Initial Study & Mitigated Negative Declaration for Tentative Tract Map No. 38525 “Menifee Coastline”
• Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 38525 (PLN23‑0063) at the northwest corner of Coastline Avenue and Menifee Road

The Menifee Planning Commission adopted Resolution PC25-656 and PC25-657, approving an Initial Study & Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Tentative Tract Map No. 38652 (Oak Hills West). It also adopted Resolution PC25-658 and PC25-659, approving an Initial Study & Mitigated Negative Declaration and the Tentative Tract Map No. 38525 (Menifee Coastline). All four resolutions were approved by a 4‑0‑1 vote (Thomas absent). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted Resolution PC25-656 (IS/MND) for Oak Hills West (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution PC25-657 approving Tentative Tract Map No. 38652 (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution PC25-658 (IS/MND) for Menifee Coastline (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution PC25-659 approving Tentative Tract Map No. 38525 (4-0-1)

Quality of Life (Measure DD) Oversight Committee Meeting

The Quality of Life (Measure DD) Oversight Committee will review the proposed budget for Fiscal Years 2025/2026 and 2026/2027. The committee may recommend approval of this budget to the City Council for their May 7, 2025, Budget Workshop.

• Review of proposed Quality of Life (Measure DD) Budget for Fiscal Years 2025/2026 and 2026/2027
• Approval of January 23, 2025, and February 11, 2025, meeting minutes

The Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the January 23 and February 11, 2025 meetings. It reviewed the recommended Quality of Life budget for fiscal years 2025/26 and 2026/27 and voted to recommend its approval to the City Council at the May 7 budget workshop. No other actions were taken.

• Approved Jan 23, 2025 minutes (4‑0, Hakala absent)
• Approved Feb 11, 2025 minutes (4‑0, Hakala absent)
• Recommended QoL budget FY 2025/26 & 2026/27 to City Council (5‑0)

Special City Council Meeting - Capital Improvement Plan Workshop

The Menifee City Council will hold a special workshop to review and provide feedback on the Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Years 2025/26 and 2026/27. This meeting is a discussion item and does not involve a formal vote.

• Capital Improvement Program Workshop for Fiscal Years 2025/26 and 2026/27
• Review of Capital Improvement Program presentation
• Special meeting at City Council Chambers (29844 Haun Road)

The council approved freezing the funds earmarked for CIP 22-12 (Fuel Station) and CIP 22-04 (Bailey Park). They directed the Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission to evaluate lighting needs at Pete Peterson and Hidden Hills Parks. The council also reprioritized the Holland Road section from Bradley Road to Murrieta Road to priority two and moved a feasibility study for the Paloma Wash–Salt Creek trail connection to priority three. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved freezing funds for CIP 22-12 (Fuel Station) and CIP 22-04 (Bailey Park) (unanimous)
• Directed Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission to evaluate park lighting needs (unanimous)
• Approved reprioritizing Holland Road section (Bradley Rd to Murrieta Rd) to priority two (unanimous)
• Approved moving feasibility study for Paloma Wash–Salt Creek trail connection to priority three (unanimous)

City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council will consider a series of consent‑calendar items, including a waiver of reading for listed ordinances and the ratification of voucher, payroll and EFT registers totaling $8,195,386.39. It will also adopt several special‑tax levy ordinances for the Quartz Trail, Heritage Village and two annexations, and accept a $2,500 NRPA grant for the Community Services Department. Additional items include a land dedication for Quail Valley Park and a bid award for a pedestrian crossing on Audie Murphy Road.

• Waive reading of all ordinances on the agenda (reading by title only).
• Ratify voucher, payroll and EFT registers dated 3/14/2025, 3/21/2025, 3/11/2025, 3/20/2025 with a total budgetary impact of $8,195,386.39.
• Adopt ordinances levying special taxes for Community Facilities District No. 2025‑2 (Quartz Trail) and No. 2025‑4 (Heritage Village).
• Accept NRPA Million Coaches Challenge Grant of $2,500 and appropriate the amount for the Community Services Department.
• Approve agreement for dedication of a 10.45‑acre Quail Valley Park parcel (appraised value $90,000) and cancel outstanding code‑enforcement fees up to $5,908.55.

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent calendar, except for Item 10.6 which was pulled for further discussion. It ratified voucher and payroll registers totaling $8,195,386.39 and adopted four ordinances levying special taxes for the Quartz Trail, Heritage Village, and two Maintenance Services annexations. The body also accepted a $2,500 NRPA grant, approved a land‑dedication agreement for the Quail Valley Park project, awarded a $167,885 contract for the Audie Murphy Road pedestrian crossing, and authorized a special‑tax bond issuance for Improvement Area 1 of the Cimarron Ridge Community Facilities District.

• Approved agenda unanimously (5‑0)
• Approved consent calendar (except Item 10.6) unanimously (5‑0)
• Ratified voucher and payroll registers with $8,195,386.39 impact
• Adopted four special‑tax ordinances for Quartz Trail, Heritage Village, and two Maintenance Services annexations
• Accepted NRPA Million Coaches Challenge Grant of $2,500 and appropriated the amount
• Approved land‑dedication agreement for Quail Valley Park (0 cost, $90,000 appraised value)
• Awarded Vet Corps Contracting $167,885 for Audie Murphy Road pedestrian crossing and appropriated $100,000 for the project
• Adopted resolution authorizing special‑tax bonds for Improvement Area 1 of CFD 2023 2 (Cimarron Ridge)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to decide on a conditional use permit for a wireless tower and the approval of a tentative tract map. The body will also review minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit No. PLN24-0071 for Rockport Verizon Wireless Mono-eucalyptus near Menifee Lakes Drive and Camino Cristal
• Tentative Tract Map No. 38625 'Salt Creek' (PLN22-0294) at the southwest corner of Simpson Road and Briggs Road
• CEQA exemption determination for the Rockport Verizon Wireless project
• Initial Study & Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Salt Creek project

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the March 26 minutes. It adopted Resolution PC25-653, granting Conditional Use Permit PLN24-0071 for the Rockport Verizon Wireless Mono‑Eucalyptus project and declared the project exempt from CEQA. The commission also adopted an Initial Study & Mitigated Negative Declaration (Resolution PC25-654) and approved Tentative Tract Map No. 38625 (Resolution PC25-655).

• Agenda approved unanimously (5-0-1)
• March 26 minutes approved unanimously (5-0-1)
• Resolution PC25-653 approved Conditional Use Permit PLN24-0071 (5-0-0)
• Project declared CEQA exempt and staff directed to file Notice of Exemption (5-0-0)
• Resolution PC25-654 adopted Initial Study & Mitigated Negative Declaration (5-0-0)
• Resolution PC25-655 approved Tentative Tract Map No. 38625 (PLN22-0294) (5-0-0)

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will review park conceptual plans and parkland dedication requirements for several projects. The body will also provide feedback on the Community Services Department's biennial budget and user fees.

• Review of 13.97-acre park designs for Cantalena (TM 33732, TTM 38372, TTM 38682)
• Quimby Assessment for Enclave (Tract 31456)
• Quimby Assessment for Nautical Cove (Tract 31229)
• Review of Community Services Department Fiscal Year 2024–2025 General Fund Budget
• Review of Community Services Department User Fees

The Parks, Recreation and Trails Commission met on April 3, 2025. The agenda included presentations, budget reviews, and future agenda requests, but no actions were approved, denied, or tabled. No vote tallies or formal decisions were recorded.

Special City Council Meeting - Capital Improvement Plan Workshop

The Menifee City Council will hold a special workshop to receive an update on the 10-year financial forecast model and provide input on the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for fiscal years 2025/26 and 2026/27.

• Review 10-year financial forecast model update
• Provide input on Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Discuss fiscal years 2025/26 and 2026/27 budget cycle

The Menifee City Council voted to pursue funding for Banner Park improvements, a Salt Creek and Paloma Wash trail connection, a separate phase to widen and realign Holland Road to Lake Elsinore, and to allocate excess Rockport development fees to a future community center. The motion was moved by Councilmember Bob Karwin, seconded by Dean Deines, and passed unanimously with five votes in favor and none against.

• Approved pursuit of funding for Banner Park improvements, Salt Creek & Paloma Wash trail connection, Holland Road widening phase, and allocation of excess Rockport development fees (5-0)

City Council Meeting

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts, including federal funding for the Garbani Road / I-215 Interchange. The body will also discuss professional services for school-related transportation projects and various road improvements.

• Acceptance of up to $2,200,000 in federal funds for the Garbani Road / I-215 Interchange Project
• Agreement with Dokken Engineering for Romoland Elementary ($583,715) and Harvest Valley Elementary ($661,070) projects
• Approval of voucher lists and payroll registers totaling $10,288,443.98
• Service Agreement with County of Riverside for slurry seal improvements on Lindenberger, Menifee, Scott, and Briggs Roads ($250,010)
• Public hearing on the proposed formation of Community Facilities District No. 2025-1 (Menifee Vista)

The council unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent calendar. It adopted resolutions to accept up to $2,200,000 in federal funds for the Garbani Road/I‑215 Interchange Project. The council also approved a procurement agreement for Senate Bill 1383 waste compliance and affirmed the police department’s military equipment policy. Additional items such as proclamations and budgetary approvals were recorded.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5-0)
• Consent calendar approved unanimously (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-1552 and 25-1553 to accept $2,200,000 federal funding for Garbani Road/I‑215 Interchange Project
• Approved procurement agreement with USA Waste of California for up to $122,900 to meet SB 1383 requirements
• Affirmed continued use of Menifee Police Department military equipment policy and filed the annual report
• Proclaimed April 2025 as Innovation Month and the week of April 21‑27 as Community Development Week
• Ratified voucher, payroll, and credit‑card payment lists with total budgetary impact of $10,288,443.98
• Approved professional services agreement with Dokken Engineering for Romoland Elementary ATP project up to $583,715

Finance Committee Meeting

The Menifee Finance Committee will meet on March 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM. The committee will approve minutes from the January 30 and February 25 meetings and discuss a municipal code update. The primary discussion item is a draft update to the Purchasing Ordinance, which members will review and comment on before recommending it to the City Council for future approval.

• Approve January 30, 2025 Finance Committee meeting minutes
• Approve February 25, 2025 Finance Committee meeting minutes
• Review and comment on draft Menifee Purchasing Ordinance update
• Recommend submission of the revised Purchasing Ordinance to the City Council

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the January 30 and February 25, 2025 Finance Committee meetings. It reviewed the draft Purchasing Ordinance update, provided comments, and recommended that the ordinance be submitted to the City Council for approval at a future meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Approved January 30, 2025 minutes (unanimous 2-0)
• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous 2-0)
• Recommended submittal of draft Purchasing Ordinance update to City Council

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss the Oak Hills West project. The body is considering the approval of a tentative tract map and an environmental study for the site.

• Public hearing for Tentative Tract Map No. 38652 'Oak Hills West' (PLN23-0077)
• Proposed resolution for Initial Study & Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) for Oak Hills West
• Project location: north of the Ridgemoor Road and Boulder Crest Way intersection

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the February 12 and March 12, 2025 minutes unanimously. The public hearing on Tentative Tract Map No. 38652 “Oak Hills West” was continued to the April 23, 2025 meeting. All votes were recorded as unanimous with one member absent.

• Approved agenda (unanimous 4-0-1)
• Approved February 12 and March 12, 2025 minutes (unanimous 4-0-1)
• Continued Tentative Tract Map No. 38652 “Oak Hills West” to April 23, 2025 meeting (unanimous 4-0-1)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a plot plan and conditional use permit for Caliber Collision. The body will also discuss California legislation updates and appoint members to a specific plan subcommittee.

• Public hearing for Caliber Collision Plot Plan No. PLN23-0242 and Conditional Use Permit No. PLN23-0243 (south of Scott Road, east of Howard Road, west of Zeiders Road)
• Appointment of two Commissioners to the Menifee Innovation District Specific Plan Ad Hoc Subcommittee
• Review of approved California Legislation pertaining to the City of Menifee

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will discuss the implementation of the 2023 Parks Master Plan. Members will also provide input on project prioritization and resource allocation for the Fiscal Year 2025–2027 Biennial Budget.

• Annual review of the 2023 Parks Master Plan
• Project prioritization for the FY 2025–2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget
• Discussion of FY 2025–2027 Biennial Budget priorities and resource allocation
• Recognition of outgoing Commissioner Bill Ackerman

Special City Council Meeting - Strategic Plan Workshop

The City Council will meet to review and discuss the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan. The body will consider potential adjustments to the plan's objectives and performance measures.

• Review and discussion of 2023-2028 Strategic Plan objectives and performance measures

City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council will consider a series of consent‑calendar actions, including waiving readings, approving voucher lists, and adopting several ordinances. The most significant item is a resolution to accept federal and state program funds—up to $9.2 million—for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek project. Additional items include adopting a development‑agreement amendment for the Cimarron Ridge Specific Plan and adopting a new bicycles, e‑bikes, e‑scooters and e‑skateboards ordinance.

• Waive reading of all ordinances on the agenda (reading by title only)
• Approve voucher and payroll registers with a total budgetary impact of $7,994,972.53
• Adopt ordinance amending the Development Agreement for the Cimarron Ridge Specific Plan
• Adopt the Bicycles, E‑Bikes, E‑Scooters, and E‑Skateboards Ordinance
• Accept up to $9.2 million in federal and state funds for the Bradley Road Bridge over Salt Creek project

City Council and Planning Commission Joint Workshop - Role of a Planning Commissioner

The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint special meeting. The body will receive an overview of the roles and responsibilities of a Planning Commissioner.

• Workshop on the development process, land uses, zoning, and environmental review

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will discuss financing for public improvements in two housing developments. The committee may recommend that the City Council consider a bond issuance for McLaughlin Village and a financing plan amendment for Legado.

• Proposed bond issuance for Community Facilities District No. 2022-2, McLaughlin Village (126 homes)
• Proposed financing plan changes for Community Facilities District No. 2022-3, Legado, by Lennar Homes
• Approval of the 2025 Finance Committee meeting schedule

City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council will consider several consent‑calendar actions, including a $275,000 acquisition of real property at 27930 Watson Road for the Ethanac Road/Antelope Road/Highway 74 Intersection Realignment Project. The Council will also adopt a new ordinance updating participation and fees in the Western Riverside County Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee program, and consider a $20,000 grant for youth sports equity. Additional items include formation of two Community Facilities Districts and updates to various contracts and agreements.

• Approve purchase and sale agreement for 27930 Watson Road, up to $275,000 (CIP Project 25‑13)
• Adopt ordinance updating the Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee program and fees
• Accept $20,000 National Recreation and Park Association grant for youth sports equity
• Adopt resolutions to form Community Facilities District 2025‑1 (Menifee Vista) and 2025‑4 (Heritage Village)
• Amend professional services agreement with CSD Cyber, LLC, increasing total to $28,571.80

Special City Council Meeting - Future Community Center Joint Workshop

The Menifee City Council will hold a design workshop to review the exterior design of the planned Menifee Community Center. Council members will consider feedback on the design as part of Capital Improvement Project No. 23‑10, located at La Piedra and Menifee Road. No decisions on construction or funding are on the agenda.

• Review exterior design elements of the future Menifee Community Center (Capital Improvement Project No. 23‑10) at La Piedra and Menifee Road

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a tentative tract map for the Garbani North project. The body will also review the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report.

• Public hearing for Tentative Tract Map No. 38683 'Garbani North' (PLN23-0062), located north of Garbani Road, south of Tupelo Road, and west of Linda Lee Drive
• Proposed adoption of an Initial Study & Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) for the Garbani North project
• Discussion and filing of the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR)
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair

Quality of Life (Measure DD) Oversight Committee Special Meeting

The Quality of Life (Measure DD) Oversight Committee will meet to appoint a chair and vice chair and review an overview of the committee's purpose. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 3:00 PM in the City Council Chambers.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Overview of the Quality of Life (Measure DD) Committee

Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission Meeting

The Parks, Recreation, and Trails Commission will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss appointing representatives to various city committees. The agenda includes updates from the Community Services Department and future topics such as fee reviews and park development.

• Approval of December 5, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion and appointment of PRTC representatives to committees
• Community Services Department updates
• Review of Field and Facilities User Fees (scheduled for April 2025)
• Quail Valley Park Project Update (scheduled for April 2025)

Special City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council will adopt a resolution appointing Ben Diederich as the District 2 Councilmember. The Council will accept the Fiscal Year 2024/25 mid‑year budget review, approve additional revenue and appropriations, update the authorized position listing for staffing changes, adopt a budget amendment, and receive an update on the Capital Improvement Program.

• Adopt resolution appointing Ben Diederich as District 2 Councilmember
• Accept FY 2024/25 mid‑year budget review and approve additional revenue and appropriations
• Adopt resolution updating the City’s Authorized Position Listing for staffing changes
• Adopt budget amendment resolution for FY 2024/25 mid‑year budget adjustments
• Receive update on FY 2024/25 Capital Improvement Program

City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council will consider a public hearing to introduce and adopt an ordinance that updates participation in the Western Riverside County Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF) program and amends the fee based on the 2024 Nexus Study. The meeting also includes a closed‑session legal briefing, routine approvals of minutes and financial reports, and several consent‑calendar actions such as contract change orders and project completions.

• Public hearing to introduce ordinance updating the TUMF program and adopt related fee amendment
• Closed‑session legal counsel briefings on anticipated litigation (two cases each under Gov. Code sections 54956.9(d)(2)/(3) and 54956.9(d)(4))
• Approval of Treasurer’s Report for November 30 2024
• Contract change order with Leonida Builders, Inc. for La Piedra Road project, increasing contract to $667,563.86
• Amendment to Engineering Resources of Southern California agreement for Paloma Wash Pedestrian Bridge, adding $67,375

Finance Committee Meeting

The Finance Committee will review a proposed bond issuance request from Pulte Homes. This funding is intended for public improvements related to a 424-home community. The committee may recommend that the Finance Department prepare legal documents for future City Council presentation.

• Proposed bond issuance for Community Facilities District No. 2023-2 Improvement Area 1, Cimarron Ridge
• Public improvements for 424 homes south of Rouse Road and west of Byers Road
• Approval of December 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Special Joint Workshop - Ethics Training

The Menifee City Council, its commissions, committees, and staff will attend a joint workshop on ethics training. City Attorney Jeffrey Melching will present the required content of Assembly Bill 1234, covering ethics and conflicts of interest, the roles and relationships of council, commission, committee, and staff members, and an overview of public service laws and principles. No formal actions or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Ethics and conflicts of interest training required by Assembly Bill 1234
• Presentation on council, commission, committee, and staff roles and relationships
• Overview of public service laws and principles

Quality of Life (Measure DD) Oversight Committee Meeting

The Quality of Life (Measure DD) Oversight Committee will receive the FY2024/25 mid-year budget and Capital Improvement Program update. Members will review the proposed budget adjustments and formulate a recommendation for City Council at its February 5, 2025 meeting. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Receive Quality of Life mid-year budget and Capital Improvement Program update
• Review proposed FY2024/25 mid-year budget adjustments
• Recommend approval of the adjustments to City Council on February 5, 2025
• Approve January 23, 2024 and May 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comments (non‑agenda items)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will approve minutes from the December 11, 2024 meeting. The sole public‑hearing item is Development Agreement Amendment No. 3 for the Cimarron Ridge Specific Plan. Commissioners will vote on two resolutions: one recommending no further environmental review and another recommending the City Council adopt the amendment. The meeting also includes standard public comment time and director reports.

• Approve December 11, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Public hearing on Development Agreement Amendment No. 3 for Cimarron Ridge Specific Plan
• Resolution recommending City Council find no additional environmental review required
• Resolution recommending City Council adopt an ordinance approving the amendment
• Public comments (non‑agenda items) – three‑minute limit per speaker

Special City Council Meeting - District 2 City Councilmember Forum

The City Council is holding a special meeting to facilitate a forum for applicants seeking to fill the District 2 vacancy. Applicants will present themselves and address the Council as part of the established appointment process.

• District 2 City Council Vacancy Applicant Forum

City Council Meeting

The Menifee City Council will hold a closed‑session conference to negotiate price and payment terms for parcel 360‑850‑031 with SH‑Menifee, LLC, and discuss two anticipated litigation cases and one new litigation case. During the regular session the Council will approve a warrant register totaling $7,180,911.56, adopt several capital improvement contracts—including an EV charging system purchase and drainage improvements—and hold a public hearing to annex the Encanto/McCall Gas Station area into Community Facilities District 2017‑1 with a special tax levy. The meeting also includes appointments to city commissions and a vote on a District 2 council vacancy.

• Closed‑session conference with real‑property negotiators on price/terms for parcel 360‑850‑031 with SH‑Menifee, LLC
• Approval of voucher lists (Warrant Register) with a total budgetary impact of $7,180,911.56
• Purchase order for two ChargePoint EV charging systems, not to exceed $198,795.30, with a $146,570 DOE rebate
• Agreement with TKE Engineering for Garbani Road drainage improvements, up to $297,789 through June 20 2026
• Public hearing to annex parcels 333‑040‑045 and 333‑040‑046 (Encanto/McCall Gas Station) into CFD 2017‑1 and levy a special tax