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Eastvale public meetings in 2024

27 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 18, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to recommend rezoning 10.01 acres to R-3 and new overlay zone

The Eastvale Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed zone change for 10.01 acres at APN 152-640-004 (Vernola) from SP to R-3, consistent with the city's housing element. They will also consider a zoning code amendment to create a Residential Opportunity Overlay Zone and apply it to 74.1 acres at the northeast corner of Limonite and Hamner Avenues. Additionally, the commission will vote on a finding of conformity for the city's acquisition of Lots 5 and J near Bootsma Boulevard. Consent calendar items include approval of meeting minutes and departmental updates.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission recommends rezoning 10 acres to residential

The Eastvale Planning Commission unanimously approved a recommendation to the City Council to rezone a 10.01-acre parcel (APN 152-640-004) from SP (I-15 Corridor Specific Plan) to R-3 (General Residential), consistent with the Sixth Cycle Housing Element. The commission also unanimously approved a zoning code amendment to create a Residential Opportunity Overlay Zone and applied it to the 74.1-acre Gateway 1 (North) properties at Limonite and Hamner Avenues. Additionally, the commission adopted a resolution finding that the city's acquisition of Lots 5 and J conforms to the General Plan 2040. All votes were unanimous.

Tue Dec 17, 2024

City Council

Council to hold closed session on 1.7-acre property negotiation

The Eastvale City Council is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: a closed session to discuss price and terms for the sale or lease of approximately 1.7 acres of land (APN 164030044) with The New Home Company. The meeting otherwise consists of procedural items (call to order, roll call, pledge) and adjournment.

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Wed Dec 11, 2024

City Council

City Council to reorganize and approve agreements for storm drains and staffing

The Eastvale City Council will reorganize leadership, including swearing in a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, and will consider approving agreements for storm drain construction, temporary staffing, and community event services.

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Wed Nov 20, 2024

Finance Committee Meeting

Eastvale Finance Committee to discuss future committee structure

The Finance Committee will review the October 2024 warrant register and contracts. Members will also discuss options for the future structure of the Finance Committee.

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Wed Nov 20, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider two disguised cell towers in parks

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two proposals to build disguised wireless communications facilities in public parks. One is an 80-foot stadium light pole at Harada Heritage Park with a requested height variance, and the other is a 70-foot monopine tree at Providence Ranch Park. The commission will also consider approving minutes from October 16 and receiving department updates.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves disguised cell tower at Harada Heritage Park

The Eastvale Planning Commission approved a major development review and variance for a new wireless communications facility disguised as an 80-foot-tall stadium light pole at 13099 65th Street (Harada Heritage Park), despite a zoning height limit of 50 feet. The commission also continued a separate wireless facility application at 7250 Cobble Creek to a later date. All votes were unanimous.

Wed Nov 13, 2024

Finance Committee Meeting

Finance Committee to approve September contracts totaling up to $24,999

The Eastvale Finance Committee will consider three items: approval of the September 17 meeting minutes, approval of the September warrant register, and receipt and filing of contracts ranging from $5,000 to $24,999. No other actions are listed. The meeting also includes a public comment period and a city manager/staff report.

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Wed Nov 13, 2024

City Council

Council holds hearing on 158.6-acre Leal property development agreement amendment

The Eastvale City Council will hold a public hearing on a first amendment to Development Agreement No. 003 with The New Home Company for a 158.6-acre site at Hamner and Limonite Avenues. The consent calendar includes awarding a $2,062,500 construction contract for median improvements at Cantu Galleano Road, Archibald Avenue, and River Road, and approving a Transient Occupancy Tax Sharing Agreement with Eastvale Palace LLC. The Council will also consider allocating CDBG funds to the County of Riverside Home Enhancement Program and review crime statistics for September 2024.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.06M median improvement contract

The Eastvale City Council approved a $2,062,500 construction contract with Hardy & Harper, Inc. for median improvements at Cantu Galleano Road, Archibald Avenue, and River Road, along with a $90,992 professional services agreement with Z&K Consultants. The council also introduced an ordinance approving the First Amendment to Development Agreement No. 003 with The New Home Company for the Leal Property, and allocated the entire FY 25/26 CDBG funding to the County of Riverside Home Enhancement Program. All votes were unanimous.

Wed Oct 23, 2024

City Council

Eastvale City Council to consider market study for Chandler Policy Area

The City Council will review several administrative updates and a performance evaluation for the City Manager. The body is deciding on professional service agreements for engineering and market research, as well as a resolution regarding Proposition 36.

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✓ Decided: Eastvale City Council adopts Proposition 36 support and approves contracts

The Eastvale City Council approved a consent calendar containing several department updates, reports, and contracts, including inspection services task orders and a professional services agreement for a market study. The Council also adopted a resolution supporting Proposition 36 and declared outdated City Hall property as surplus.

Tue Oct 22, 2024

Public Safety Commission

Public Safety Commission to review August 2024 crime statistics

The Public Safety Commission will receive updates from the police, fire, code enforcement, and public works departments. The body is also scheduled to review crime statistics from August 2024 and a presentation on public safety technology.

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✓ Decided: Eastvale Public Safety Commission approves consent calendar unanimously

The commission approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from the September 24, 2024 meeting and received updates from Planning, Public Works, and crime statistics. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent calendar approval.

Wed Oct 16, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider beer, wine, spirits permit and development agreement amendment

The Eastvale Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from September, receive department updates, and hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for alcohol sales at a grocery store and a development agreement amendment for the Leal Property.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves alcohol permit for Sprouts and reviews Leal property plan

The Eastvale Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for alcohol sales at the Sprouts grocery store in The Merge retail center. Commissioners also recommended that the City Council approve the first amendment to the development agreement for the Leal Property. Additionally, the commission received updates on economic development and provided staff with direction regarding land use regulations for drive-throughs and other facilities.

Mon Oct 14, 2024

City Council

Council holds closed session on real‑property negotiation for Tentative Tract Map 38290

The Eastvale City Council will meet in closed session to discuss a conference with real‑property negotiators regarding lots 14, 3, 5, J and part of lot 2 in Tentative Tract Map 38290, including price and payment terms. The council will also review performance evaluations for the City Attorney and the City Manager, and hold a conference with legal counsel about one anticipated litigation case.

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✓ Decided: Council holds closed session; no reportable action

The Eastvale City Council met in special session and immediately adjourned to closed session to discuss real property negotiations, performance evaluations for the City Attorney and City Manager, and anticipated litigation. After closed session, the City Attorney reported no reportable action, and the meeting adjourned without any public substantive decisions.

Wed Oct 9, 2024

City Council

City Council to approve public works yard purchase and streetlight maintenance contract

The Eastvale City Council will consider approving the purchase of two parcels for a new public works yard and a three-year streetlight maintenance contract. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding real property negotiations and several proclamations.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves purchase of property for a new Public Works Yard

The Eastvale City Council approved the purchase of two parcels on Chandler Street to serve as a new Public Works Yard. Additionally, the Council adopted revisions to the Business Incentive Loan Program policy and approved several consent items, including a three-year streetlight maintenance agreement.

Wed Sep 25, 2024

City Council

Eastvale City Council to consider ordinance prohibiting camping in public places

The City Council will discuss a new ordinance prohibiting camping and the storage of personal property in public places. The body is also considering an amendment to the municipal code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and a resolution regarding a Riverside Community College District Bond Measure.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts ordinances banning camping and updating ADU rules

The City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included adopting Ordinance 24-08 prohibiting camping and storage of personal property in public places and Ordinance 24-07 amending accessory dwelling unit regulations. The council also approved contracts for on-call community safety consulting, a software purchase, and a change order for the Leal project. In a separate action, the council voted 3-0 (with two abstentions) to adopt Resolution 24-60 supporting the Riverside Community College District Bond Measure.

Tue Sep 24, 2024

Public Safety Commission

Commission reviews ordinance to prohibit camping in public places

The Public Safety Commission will review a proposed ordinance to prohibit camping and the storage of personal property in public places. The body will also receive updates from city departments and review crime statistics from June and July 2024.

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✓ Decided: Commission approves consent calendar; hears camping ordinance intro

The Eastvale Public Safety Commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from July 23, 2024, and received-and-filed updates from Public Works, Planning, and crime statistics for June and July 2024. The commission also heard an introduction of an ordinance prohibiting camping and storage of personal property in public places, but took no action on it. No other substantive decisions were made.

Wed Sep 18, 2024

Finance Committee Meeting

Finance Committee to approve July and August warrant payments

The committee will vote to approve the minutes from the July 23, 2024 special meeting. It will also approve payment of July and August 2024 warrants as recommended by the Finance Department. Additionally, the committee will receive and file contracts dated July and August 2024 that are between $5,000 and $24,999.

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Wed Sep 18, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Mister Car Wash permit and Public Works yard acquisition

The Planning Commission will consider a permit for a new drive-through car wash and the acquisition of two parcels for a Public Works Yard. The body will also hold a workshop regarding the regulation of specific land use types, including fueling stations and storage facilities.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves Mister Car Wash with conditions

The Eastvale Planning Commission unanimously approved a Major Development Review and Conditional Use Permit for a 5,435 square-foot drive-through car wash (Mister Car Wash) at the Eastvale Crossing Retail Center, finding it consistent with the previously adopted EIR. The commission also recommended the acquisition of two parcels for a Public Works Yard and received a workshop on land use types. All votes were unanimous except for the consent calendar, which passed 3-0-1 with one abstention.

Wed Sep 11, 2024

City Council

Eastvale City Council to consider ordinance prohibiting camping in public places

The City Council will discuss an ordinance to prohibit camping and the storage of personal property in public places. The body is also considering amendments to the municipal code regarding accessory dwelling units and several city service contracts.

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✓ Decided: Council introduces camping ban, approves pavement study contract

The Eastvale City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, including a $73,590.55 pavement condition assessment contract with Stantec and a $60,094.81 fire protection agreement. The council introduced ordinances to amend ADU zoning rules and prohibit camping/storage of personal property in public places. No public hearings drew comments.

Tue Aug 20, 2024

City Council

Eastvale Council to appoint District 2 and 5 councilmembers after election cancellation

The Eastvale City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss appointing councilmembers for Districts 2 and 5 instead of holding the scheduled November 5, 2024 election. The council will also consider closed-session negotiations for real property purchases.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints members to Districts 2 and 5, skipping election

The City Council voted to adopt Resolution 24-58, appointing councilmembers for Districts 2 and 5 instead of holding a general municipal election on November 5, 2024. The City Clerk was directed to administer the Oath of Office to Mayor Dinco and Mayor Pro Tem McMinn. Councilmember Yow voted in opposition. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

Wed Jul 24, 2024

Finance Committee Meeting - Special Meeting

Finance Committee to review June 2024 contracts and warrant register

The Finance Committee is meeting to approve the June 2024 warrant register and meeting minutes from June 18, 2024. The committee will also receive and file a list of contracts executed in June 2024 valued between $5,000 and $24,999.

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Wed Jul 24, 2024

City Council

Council to approve $123,670 energy grant and related electric vehicle purchases

The Eastvale City Council will consider several closed‑session legal matters and a consent calendar of routine items. Key actions include adopting a chicken‑keeping ordinance, quit‑claiming storm‑drain easements, infilling a swimming pool at the Citrus Property, and accepting a $123,670 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant with purchase orders for an electric vehicle and golf carts. The Council will also approve a construction contract for the 2024 Residential Slurry Seal Project and other updates and reports.

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✓ Decided: Eastvale Council approves new citywide maintenance district and special tax

The City Council unanimously approved the formation of Community Facilities District No. 2024-02 for citywide maintenance and services, authorized a special election, declared results, and introduced an ordinance to levy special taxes. The council also approved a consent calendar including a $1 million slurry seal contract, a $123,670 energy grant for electric vehicles, and a settlement in opioid litigation. A license plate reader camera grant program was established over one dissenting vote.

Tue Jul 23, 2024

Public Safety Commission

Public Safety Commission to review EMD evacuation zones and crime statistics

The Public Safety Commission will receive updates from the police, fire, and code enforcement divisions. The body is also scheduled to review May 2024 crime statistics and a presentation on EMD evacuation zones.

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✓ Decided: Eastvale Public Safety Commission approves consent calendar unanimously

The commission approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from the June 25, 2024 meeting and received updates on crime statistics, planning, and public works. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

Wed Jul 17, 2024

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews PAD 2 Development and ADU code amendments

The Planning Commission is considering a development project at The Hamner Place Retail Center and an amendment to the municipal code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units. The body will also receive updates from the Planning and Public Works departments.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves new drive-through restaurant at Hamner Place

The Commission approved a multi-tenant building with a drive-through restaurant and alcohol sales at The Hamner Place Retail Center. It also recommended a municipal code amendment regarding Accessory Dwelling Units to the City Council.

Wed Jul 3, 2024

Finance Committee Meeting - Cancelled

Eastvale Finance Committee meeting scheduled for July 16 is cancelled

The Finance Committee meeting originally set for July 16, 2024, has been cancelled. The next special meeting is scheduled for July 23, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. at City Hall.

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Wed Jun 26, 2024

City Council

Eastvale City Council to adopt the 2024-2025 annual operating and capital budget

The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Operating and Capital Improvement Budget. The agenda also includes resolutions for the November 2024 municipal election and several infrastructure and service agreements.

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Tue Jun 25, 2024

Public Safety Commission

Eastvale Public Safety Commission meeting on June 25, 2024

The Commission will review monthly updates from the Fire, Police, and Community Enhancement and Safety departments. The agenda also includes a firework presentation and several departmental reports for filing.

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✓ Decided: Eastvale Public Safety Commission approves May 28 minutes and reports

The Eastvale Public Safety Commission held a regular meeting on June 25, 2024, receiving presentations on firework safety, fire services, police services, and community enhancement. The commission voted unanimously to approve the consent calendar, which included minutes and departmental updates. There were no commission business items, public comments, or staff reports.

Wed Jun 19, 2024

Finance Committee Meeting

Finance Committee to discuss Riverside County Fire ladder truck purchase

The Finance Committee will review a presentation regarding the benefits and costs of purchasing a fire ladder truck. The committee will also consider the May 2024 warrant register and contracts between $5,000 and $24,999.

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Wed Jun 19, 2024

Planning Commission

Review of a new 70-foot wireless communication facility at 7250 Cobble Creek

The Planning Commission will review the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2024/2025 through 2028/2029. The commission will also consider a major development review for a wireless communication facility at 7250 Cobble Creek. Additionally, staff will provide updates from the Planning and Public Works departments.

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