City of Lake Elsinore                                                   Meeting Date:

City Council Meeting                                                     January 27, 2026

Agenda

 

Cultural Center                                                            Meeting Time:

183 N. Main Street                                                        Closed Session: 05:00 PM

Lake Elsinore, CA 92530                                              Open Session: 7:00 PM

 

Mayor MageeMayor Pro Tem SheridanCouncil Member TisdaleCouncil Member ManosCouncil Member Carroll

 

The City of Lake Elsinore appreciates your attendance. Citizens’ comments, input and interests provide the City Council with valuable information regarding issues of the community.   

Meeting Information  

Meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, and the agenda is posted 72 hours prior to each meeting outside of City Hall. The agenda and related reports are also available on the City’s website at www.Lake-Elsinore.org. Meetings are conducted in person, televised live on Spectrum Cable Station Channel 29 and Frontier Cable Channel 31, and streamed online at http://www.lake-elsinore.org/city-government/city-council/webcast-videos. If you are attending the meeting in person, please park in the parking lot across the street from the Cultural Center to assist us in limiting the impact of meetings on the Downtown Business District. Thank you for your cooperation.  

Public Comments – Addressing the City Council 

Any person wishing to address the City Council on items not included on the Agenda may do so during Public Comments for 1 minute at the beginning of the meeting or during Public Comments for 3 minutes at the end of the meeting. We respectfully ask those interested in addressing the City Council to either submit a request to speak online at http://www.lake-elsinore.org/city-government/agendas-and-minutes or complete and present a “Request to Speak” form to the City Clerk at the meeting. This Form is available on the table located inside the Council Chamber. Members of the public may also provide comments on Agenda items by noting the item on the “Request to Speak” form and will be called to address the City Council when the item is considered by the City Council during the meeting.  

Written Communications  

If you would like to submit written public comments, you may do so prior to the meeting either by entering them online at the link above or emailing them to the City Clerk at [email protected]. Any written communications or additional documents distributed to the City Council within 72 hours of the meeting will also be made available to the public in accordance with Government Code Section 54957.5.  

Accessibility Accommodations  

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should contact the City Clerk’s Department at [phone], Option 4, at least 48 hours before the meeting to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. 

Dream Extreme 2040 is the City’s FIRST long-term strategic plan to assist the City in its pursuit of achieving its vision. The plan is a living document that will be updated regularly and serve as the framework to guide all decision-making over the next 20 years by identifying key Anchors, Aspirations, and Strategies.

Our Vision is that the City of Lake Elsinore will be the ultimate destination where all can live, work, play, build futures, and fulfill dreams.

The Anchors are the City of Lake Elsinore’s unique community assets and opportunities: The Lake, Downtown, and Action and Adventure.

• The Lake: Lake Elsinore is a vital community asset. Protecting, enhancing, and celebrating the Lake is critical to the health of the City and community.

• Downtown: Enhancing and creating the highest-quality downtown experience will serve to establish a strong sense of place that will shape the City’s identity as a place where residents and visitors can live, work, and play.

• Action and Adventure: Lake Elsinore’s programs, facilities, and natural environment will define the City as a destination for action and adventure for both visitors and residents.

Our Aspirations are broad, long-term goals that encapsulate what we hope to achieve in Lake Elsinore’s future. The City has identified 4 key aspirations to work towards.

 

Items on the agenda that align with Aspirations from the Dream Extreme 2040 Plan are noted by the Aspiration’s icon to highlight City Council actions that help the City pursue its goals.

 

To read the plan and learn more about its implementation in the City, visit www.Lake-Elsinore.org/DreamExtreme2040.

 

 

 

 

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 1:00 A.January 28. - 5:00 A.January 28.

1.

CALL TO ORDER

2.

ROLL CALL

3.

PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS

4.

CLOSED SESSION

4.1

CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL--EXISTING LITIGATION(Paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9)Name of case: City of Lake Elsinore v Harry E. Mitchell, Debra Mitchell, and Administrator of The Estate Of Harry Edward Mitchell; And All Persons Unknown Claiming An Interest In The Property Commonly Described As 164 Main Street, Lake Elsinore, California (Case Number: CVRI2102535)

4.2

CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS(Gov’t Code Section 54956.8) Property: APN: 379-180-002Agency negotiator: City Manager SimpsonNegotiating parties: City of Lake Elsinore and Mark GoreUnder negotiation: Price and terms of payment

4.3

PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION/CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Gov’t Code § § 54957(B); 54957.6) Unrepresented Employee: City Attorney

5.

RECESS

The City Council will recess to Closed Session.

6.

RECONVENE/CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M.

The Regular Meeting of the City Council will reconvene and the Regular Meeting of the Successor Agency will be called to order.

7.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

8.

ROLL CALL

9.

CLOSED SESSION REPORT

10.

PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIALS

10.1

Recognition of Sergeant Richard A. Vargas

• Recommendation:
  Present a Certificate of Recognition to Sergeant Richard A. Vargas.

10.2

Business in Action Monthly Spotlight – Mason Motorsports

• Recommendation:

  Recognize Mason Motorsports as the City of Lake Elsinore’s Business in Action Monthly Spotlight for January 2026.

11.

PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 1 MINUTE

(Please read & complete a Request to Address the City Council/Successor Agency form prior to the start of the meeting and turn it in to the City Clerk/Clerk.  The Mayor/Chair or City Clerk/Clerk will call on you to speak.) 

12.

CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR

12.1

Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of January 13, 2026

• Recommendation:
  Approve the Minutes.

12.2

CC Warrant Report dated December 22, 2025 to December 28, 2025

• Recommendation:
  Receive and file.

12.3

CC Warrant Report dated December 29, 2025 to January 04, 2026

• Recommendation:
  Receive and file.

12.4

CC Warrant Report dated January 05, 2026 to January 11, 2026

• Recommendation:
  Receive and file.

12.5

CC Investment Report for December 2025

• Recommendation:
  Receive and file the Investment Report for December 2025.

12.6

Reappointment to the Measure Z Citizens Committee

• Recommendation:
  Reappoint Jimmy Gist (District 5) to serve on the Lake Elsinore Measure Z Citizens Committee for a term expiring December 31, 2027.

12.7

Right of Entry Agreement and License between the City of Lake Elsinore and the Lake Elsinore Yacht Club

• Recommendation:
  Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Right of Entry Agreement and License with the Lake Elsinore Yacht Club for the use of City property to operate the Lake Elsinore Yacht Club, in such final form as approved by the City Attorney.

12.8

Change Order No. 1 to the Agreement with Triton Technology Solutions, Inc. for the design, purchase, and installation of the audio-visual presentation and production and broadcast system in the New City Hall Project (CIP Project No. Z20006)

• Recommendation:
  Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Change Order No.1 to the Public Works’ Construction Agreement with Triton Technology Solutions Inc. in an amount not to exceed $206,180.87 for the audio-visual presentation and production and broadcast system for the new City Hall Project (CIP Project No. Z20006).

12.9

Agreement with Endresen Development, Inc. for the Design, Custom Fabrication, Installation of Millwork, Doors and Trim in the New City Hall Project (CIP Project No. Z20006)

• Recommendation:
  Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Public Work’s Construction Agreement with Endresen Development, Inc. for the design, custom fabrication and installation of millwork, doors, and trim in the New City Hall Project (CIP Project No. Z20006) in an amount not to exceed $250,000.00 in such final form as approved by the City Attorney.

12.10

Agreement for Clearwater Pipeline Inc. for the water and sewer connection in the new City Hall Project (CIP Project No. Z20006).

• Recommendation:
  Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Public Work’s Construction Agreement with Clearwater Pipeline Inc. for the water and sewer connection in the new City Hall Project (CIP Project No. Z20006) in an amount not to exceed $257,212.00 in such final form as approved by the City Attorney; authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed the 10% contingency amount of $25,721.00; and authorize the City Clerk to record the Notice of Completion once work is completed.

12.11

Agreement with SC Fire Suppression, Inc. for the Purchase and Installation of the Server Room Clean Agent Fire Suppression and Detection Systems for the New City Hall (CIP Project No. Z20006)

• Recommendation:
  Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Public Works Construction Agreement with SC Fire Suppression, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $160,955.00 for the purchase and installation of the clean agent fire suppression and detection systems in the new city hall server rooms in such final form as approved by the City Attorney; authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed a 10% contingency amount of $16,950.00; and authorize the City Clerk to record the Notice of Completion once work is completed.

12.12

Agreement with STK Architecture, Inc. for Architecture Services for Conceptual Development for the City Amphitheater (CIP Project No. Z20039)

• Recommendation:
  Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with STK Architecture, Inc. for architecture services related to conceptual development for the City Amphitheater in an amount not to exceed $31,800.00 in such final form as approve by the City Attorney and authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed a 10% contingency of $3,180 for unanticipated costs.

   

12.13

Purchase of Real Property for Regional Community Park (APN 379-180-002)

• Recommendation:
  Approve the purchase of approximately 18.12 acres of real property located on Riverside Drive (APN 379-180-002) for $2.1M and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute an assignment of the Purchase Agreement and such other ancillary documents as it relates to the land acquisition and grant approval, as may be necessary to complete the purchase once requirements have been satisfied, in such form as approved by the City Attorney.

12.14

Final Contract Change Order to the Public Works Construction Agreement with Griffith Company, Inc. for the I-15 Main Street Interchange Improvement Project (CIP Project No. Z10017)

• Recommendation:
  Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Final Contract Change Order to the Public Works Construction Agreement with Griffith Company, Inc. in amount not to exceed $109,375 for the settlement totaling $485,000 for the I-15 Main Street Interchange Improvement Project in such final form as approved by the City Attorney.

12.15

Amendment No. 1 to Agreement with Commercial Door Company, Inc. for Removal and Installation of Four (4) Rolling Steel Service Doors at Fire Station No. 85

• Recommendation:
  Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 with Commercial Door Company, Inc. for the removal and installation of four (4) rolling steel service doors at Fire Station No. 85 and increase compensation by an additional $58,350.00 for a total amount not to exceed $88,350.00 in such final form as approved by the City Attorney.

13.

SUCCESSOR AGENCY CONSENT CALENDAR

13.1

Minutes of the Regular Successor Agency Meeting of January 13, 2026

• Recommendation:
  Approve the Minutes.

13.2

SA Warrant Report dated January 05, 2026 to January 11, 2026

• Recommendation:
  Receive and file.

13.3

SA Investment Report for December 2025

• Recommendation:
  Receive and file the Investment Report for October 2023.

14.

PUBLIC HEARING

14.1

Planning Application No. 2025-11 (Tentative Parcel Map No. 39310) – A Request to Subdivide an Existing 81.38-acre Parcel into Two Parcels (35.64 acres and 45.74 acres, respectively) for Financing Purposes located South of Sugarbush Lane and East of Cottonwood Canyon Road

• Recommendation:
  1. Find that the proposed project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (“Common Sense Exemption”); and
  2. Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LAKE ELSINORE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 39310, TO SUBDIVIDE 81.38 ACRES INTO TWO PARCELS THAT ARE 35.64 ACRES AND 45.74 ACRES IN SIZE FOR FINANCING PURPOSES WITHIN THE CANYON HILLS ESTATES SPECIFIC PLAN LOCATED AT APN 365-230-001.

15.

BUSINESS ITEM

15.1

Adoption of the Lake Elsinore Action Sports Industry Growth and Attraction Plan (2026-2040)

• Recommendation:
  Adopt the Lake Elsinore Action Sports Industry Growth and Attraction Plan (2026-2040) to establish a long-range framework that positions Lake Elsinore as a premier destination and innovation hub for action sports, strengthens the City’s tourism and visitor economy, activates Lake and outdoor recreation assets, and supports workforce development and business attraction consistent with the City’s 2040 Dream Extreme Vision Plan.

16.

PUBLIC COMMENTS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - 3 MINUTES

(Please read & complete a Request to Address the City Council/Successor Agency form prior to the start of the meeting and turn it in to the City Clerk/Clerk.  The Mayor/Chair or City Clerk/Clerk will call on you to speak.)

17.

CITY MANAGER COMMENTS

18.

CITY ATTORNEY COMMENTS

19.

CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS/REPORTS ON MEETINGS ATTENDED

20.

ADJOURNMENT

The Lake Elsinore City Council will adjourn to the next Regular meeting of Tuesday, February 10, 2026 in the Cultural Center located at 183 N. Main Street. Closed Session will commence at 5:00 p.m. or such later time as noticed on the Agenda, and the regular Open Session business meeting will commence at 7:00 p.m.

21.

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING

I, Candice Alvarez, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Lake Elsinore, do hereby affirm that a copy of the foregoing agenda was posted at City Hall at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026.