CITY COUNCIL CLOSED & REGULAR SESSION
AGENDA

Beaumont Financing Authority
Beaumont Successor Agency (formerly RDA)
Beaumont Utility Authority
Beaumont Parking Authority
Beaumont Public Improvement Authority
Community Facilities Districts: 93-1, 2016-1, 2016-2, 2016-3, 2016-4, 2018-1, 2019-1, 2021-1, 2022-1, 2023-1, 2025-1, 2025-M, and 2025-S

Tuesday, May 05, 2026

Closed Session: 5:00 PM Regular Meeting: 6:00 PM

550 E. Sixth Street, Beaumont, CA

Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packets are available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s office at 550 E. 6th Street during normal business hours.

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CLOSED SESSION

A.

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Voigt, Mayor Pro Tem White, Council Member Martinez, Council Member Fenn, Council Member Lara

B.

PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION

B.1

Conference with Legal Counsel – Significant Exposure to Litigation 

Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) and/or (3)
Three (3) cases

B.2

Conference with Legal Counsel – Initiation of Litigation

Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 – Deciding Whether to Initiate Litigation
One (1) potential case

B.3

Conference with Real Property NegotiatorsPursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8

Property: Vacant property located along Oak Valley Parkway -  APN Numbers: 414-070-001, 414-070-002 & 414-070-007 in Beaumont, CA
Agency Negotiator: City Manager or their designee
Negotiating Parties: City of Beaumont and the Beaumont Unified School District
Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment

C.

ADJOURNMENT TO CLOSED SESSION

REGULAR SESSION

D.

CALL TO ORDER

Mayor Voigt, Mayor Pro Tem White, Council Member Martinez, Council Member Fenn, Council Member Lara

Report out from Closed Session
Action on any Closed Session Items
Action of any Requests for Excused Absence
Invocation
Pledge of Allegiance
Adjustments to the Agenda
Conflict of Interest Disclosure

E.

ANNOUNCEMENTS / RECOGNITION / PROCLAMATIONS / CORRESPONDENCE

E.1

Provider Appreciation Day

E.2

Building Safety Month

E.3

Small Business Week 

E.4

Economic Development Week

F.

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD (ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA)

Any one person may address the City Council on any matter not on this agenda. If you wish to speak, please fill out a “Public Comment Form” provided at the back table and give it to the City Clerk. There is a three (3) minute time limit on public comments. There will be no sharing or passing of time to another person. State Law prohibits the City Council from discussing or taking actions brought up by your comments.

G.

CONSENT CALENDAR

Items on the consent calendar are taken as one action item unless an item is pulled for further discussion here or at the end of action items. Approval of all Ordinances and Resolutions to be read by title only.

G.1

Ratification of Warrants

• Recommended Action:

  Ratify Warrants dated: 

  April 10, 2026

  April 17, 2026

G.2

Approval of Minutes

• Recommended Action:

  Approve Minutes dated April 21, 2026

G.3

First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Community Works Design Group

Approval of a First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Community Works Design Group (CWDG) to provide additional geotechnical services, incorporate a project phasing plan, extend the contract term, and increase the total contract amount by $33,355.50, for a revised not-to-exceed amount of $394,410.50.

• Recommended Action:

  Approve the First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Community Works Design Group in the amount of $33,355.50, for a total contract amount not to exceed $394,410.50;

  Authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment and any related documents; and

  Authorize the City Manager to approve change orders to the agreement in an amount not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the amended contract amount, on a cumulative basis, for additional services as necessary to complete the project.

G.4

Approve a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Beaumont and the Beaumont Unified School District to Continue the Public Recreational Aquatics Programs

A Memorandum of Understanding for access and use of the Beaumont Unified School District’s pool facilities.

• Recommended Action:

  Authorize the City Manager to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Beaumont and the Beaumont Unified School District to continue the Public Recreational Aquatics Program.

G.5

Notice of Completion for the FY25 Citywide Street Rehabilitation and Maintenance

Notice of Completion (NOC) for the FY25 Annual Citywide Street Rehabilitation and Maintenance (CIP R-25-01) project.

• Recommended Action:

  Authorize the Mayor to execute a Notice of Completion for the FY25 Annual Citywide Street Rehabilitation and Maintenance (CIP R-25-01) project.

G.6

Storm Water Management Facilities Covenant and Agreement for Plot Plan No. PP2019-0209 Penn Mart

Storm Water Management WQMP/BMP Facilities Covenant and Agreement for Plot Plan No. PP2019-0209, Penn Mart, located on the northwest corner of Interstate-10 and Pennsylvania Avenue.

• Recommended Action:

  Authorize the City Manager to Approve the Storm Water Management WQMP/BMP Facilities Covenant and Agreement for Plot Plan No. PP2019-0209 Penn Mart.

G.7

Final Approval of Tract Map No. 38879

Final approval of Tract Map No. 38879 and accept Security Agreement for survey monuments.

• Recommended Action:

  Approve Tract Map No. 38879 as it is in substantial conformance with the approved tentative map,

  and

  Accept Security Agreement for survey monuments.

G.8

Notice of Completion for Cougar and Beaumont Ave Traffic Signal Upgrade (CIP R25-06)

Notice of Completion (NOC) for the Cougar and Beaumont Ave Traffic Signal Upgrade Project (CIP R25-06) located at the intersection of Cougar and Beaumont.

• Recommended Action:

  Authorize the Mayor to execute a Notice of Completion for CIP R25-06 Cougar and Beaumont Ave Traffic Signal Upgrade Project.

G.9

Offer of Grant Deeds for Sundance Planning Area 14 Detention Basin

Offer of Grant Deeds for Sundance Planning Area 14 Detention Basin associated with the Tri Pointe Settlement Agreement

• Recommended Action:

  Waive the full reading and adopt by title only, “A Resolution of the City of Beaumont Authorizing the Mayor to Accept the Grant Deeds for Sundance Planning Area 14 Detention Basin for Public Purposes”
  
  Approve the Certificate of Acceptance; and record the Grant Deed documents with the Riverside County Clerk Recorder’s Office.

G.10

Consideration of Amendments to Agreements For Professional Services for Planning and Environmental Services

To consider approval of amendments to the agreements for professional services with PlaceWorks, Inc., Kimley-Horn and Associates Inc., The Altum Group, Chambers Group, Inc., Alta Planning + Design, Inc., and MIG to authorize contract amendments including contract assignment, rate increases, and term extensions.

• Recommended Action:

  Approve amendments to the Agreements for Professional Services with PlaceWorks, Inc., Kimley-Horn and Associates Inc., The Altum Group, Chambers Group, Inc., MIG to set not-to-exceed amounts, authorize average rate increases for Chambers Group, assign the Raimi and Associates, Inc. agreement to Alta Planning + Design, Inc., and extend the terms of the agreements through June 30, 2027, and

  Authorize the City Manager to make as-needed minor, non-substantive changes and execute the amendments.

G.11

Consideration of Amendments to Agreements for Professional Services for Building and Safety Services

To consider approval of amendments to the agreements for professional services to be provided by Scott Fazekas & Associates Inc., and Wildan Engineering for as-needed Building and Safety inspection and plan check services and staff augmentation.

• Recommended Action:

  Approve amendments to the Agreements for Professional Services with Scott Fazekas & Associates, Inc. and Willdan Engineering to authorize rate increases for Willdan Engineering, extend the terms of the agreements through June 30, 2027; and increase contract amount, and

  Authorize the City Manager to make as needed minor, non-substantive changes and execute the amendments.

G.12

Approve a Purchase Order Increase for the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Program

Request for authorization to utilize additional funds within the existing Capital Improvement Project (CIP ISFWW-02) to expand the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Program.

• Recommended Action:

  Approve a Purchase Order increase in the amount of $17,495 to SKM Engineering for the purchase of additional Variable Frequency Drive units under CIP ISFWW-02.

G.13

Performance Bond Exoneration for Olivewood Street and Storm Drain Improvements

Performance Bond Exoneration for Street and Storm Drain Improvements associated with Olivewood Tract Map No. 27971.

• Recommended Action:

  Authorize City staff to issue a Bond Exoneration Letter for Performance and Payment Bonds and Accept Maintenance Bonds for (Project / Performance Bond Number / Improvement / Maintenance Bond Number):

  • Tract Map No. 27971 / 1001054050 / Street, Storm Drain / 1001054050-M

G.14

FY2025-2026 3rd Quarter Budget to Actuals

Receive and file a report on the status of the City’s budget and financial status as of March 31, 2026.

• Recommended Action:

  Receive and file report and approve attached budget amendments.

G.15

FY 2025-2026 3rd Quarter Cash and Investment Report

Receive and file 3^rd quarter cash and investment report.

• Recommended Action:

  Receive and file report.

G.16

2026 Financial Policies Update

Review of the 2026 Financial Policies Manual.

• Recommended Action:

  Approve the 2026 City of Beaumont Financial Policies.

H.

YOUTH COUNCIL REPORT

Beaumont Youth Council Report Out and City Council Direction

I.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

Approval of all Ordinances and Resolutions to be read by title only.

I.1

Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility (TEFRA) Hearing for Aurora Recovery Center Located at 210 West Sixth Street

Consideration of the approval of the issuance of bonds by the Public Finance Authority (the “PFA”) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed $750,000,000 for the benefit of Flyland Holdings LLC and its affiliates, for the purpose of satisfying the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code and Section 4 of the PFA’s Joint Powers Agreement.

• Recommended Action:

  Hold a public hearing; and

  Waive the full reading and adopt by title only, “Resolution of the Council of the City of Beaumont, California Approving the Issuance of the Public Finance Authority Revenue Bonds, (Flyland Holdings LLC Obligated Group) Series 2026 in an Aggregate Principal Amount Not To Exceed $750,000,000 and Certain Other Matters Relating Thereto”

J.

ACTION ITEMS

Approval of all Ordinances and Resolutions to be read by title only.

J.1

Albert A. Webb Associates Professional Service Agreement – Capital Improvement Project (CIP) R26-08 Brookside Avenue Street Improvements

Award a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) to Albert A. Webb Associates for the Design of the Brookside Avenue Street Improvements Project (CIP R26-08).

• Recommended Action:

  Approve the agreement with Albert A. Webb Associates for professional design services, for the period of May 5, 2026, through May 5, 2031, in an amount not to exceed $596,400;

  Approve the contingency of $59,640 for a total not-to-exceed of $656,040 and authorize the City Manager to sign off on any preceding amendments or purchase change orders within the authorized contingency amount; and,

  Authorize the issuance of a purchase order to Albert A. Webb Associates in the amount of $596,400 for professional design services.

J.2

Fehr & Peers Professional Service Agreement – Capital Improvement Project (CIP) R26-13 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan

Award a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) to Fehr & Peers for the preparation of a Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan (CIP R26-08).

• Recommended Action:

  Approve the agreement with Fehr and Peers for professional planning and design services, for the period of May 5, 2026, through May 5, 2031, in an amount not to exceed $248,110;

  Approve the contingency of $24,811 for a total not-to-exceed of $272,921 and authorize the City Manager to sign off on any preceding amendments or purchase change orders within the authorized contingency amount; and,

  Authorize the issuance of a purchase order to Fehr & Peers in the amount of $248,110 for professional planning and design services.

J.3

Adopt a List of Projects Funded by SB 1 - The Road Repair and Accountability Act for FY26/27 (CIP R27-01)

Identify the projects and streets that will be funded by SB1 during the 26/27 FY.

• Recommended Action:

  Waive the full reading and adopt by title only, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Beaumont to Adopt a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2026/27 Funded by SB-1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017”

J.4

Award of Professional Services Agreement to Global Talent Entertainment for Entertainment Booking and Talent Management Services for the 2026/27 Special Events and Concert Series.

Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Global Talent Entertainment for entertainment booking and talent management services for the City’s 2026/27 Concert Series and related community events, in an amount not to exceed $300,000, for a term of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.

• Recommended Action:

  Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Global Talent Entertainment to provide entertainment booking and talent management services for the City’s community events for a one-year term from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027, in an amount not to exceed $300,000;

  Authorize the City Manager to approve minor, non-substantive changes to the agreement, subject to City Attorney approval.

J.5

Award of Professional Services Agreement to Audio Services Live for Concert Production, Staging, Audio/Visual, and Event Technical Services for the 2026/27 Concert Series

Award a Professional Services Agreement to Audio Services Live to provide concert production, staging, audio/visual, and event technical services for the City’s Beaumont Nights concert series and related community events for Fiscal Year 2026/27. The agreement will include full-service production support, including staging, sound, lighting, and technical coordination, in an amount not to exceed $220,000.

• Recommended Action:

  Approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Audio Services Live to provide concert production, staging, audio/visual, and event technical services for the City’s community events for the term from June 10, 2026 through June 30, 2027, in an amount not to exceed $220,000;

  Authorize the City Manager to approve minor, non-substantive changes to the agreement, subject to City Attorney approval.

J.6

Stewart Park Update and Discussion May 2026

Update to the City Council on the current status of the Stewart Park Revitalization Project, recent developments in the Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership (ORLP) post-award compliance process, related intergovernmental coordination efforts, and associated fiscal considerations.

• Recommended Action:

  Discuss and direct staff on whether to proceed with the ORLP grant process and associated federal compliance requirements, or to withdraw from the grant, pursue alternative funding for Phase II, and restart Phase I construction.

J.7

Professional Services Agreement for Design Services – 105 6th Street

Award of a Professional Services Agreement for design services at 105 6^th Street to BFK Architecture + Planning.

• Recommended Action:

  Approve a Professional Services Agreement with BFK Architecture + Planning in an amount not to exceed $80,000 for architectural and design services associated with the Project F26-02.

J.8

Follow-Up Discussion – Short-Term Rental Program Management Options

This item is brought forward as a follow-up to prior City Council direction regarding short-term rentals (STRs) to present three program management options for consideration, including associated costs, staffing impacts, and operational considerations.

• Recommended Action:

  To select one of the options provided to Council and direct staff to move forward with the development of a Short-Term Rental Ordinance; or

  Provide staff with alternate directions.

J.9

Proposed Updates to the Donation and Sponsorship Policy

This item provides an overview of revisions made to the City’s Donation and Sponsorship Policy following direction received from the City Council during a March 17, 2026, Council meeting.

• Recommended Action:

  Adopt the approved changes to the Donation and Sponsorship Policy; or

  Provide changes and feedback to staff to incorporate into the policy and adopt the changes.

J.10

FY 2026/2027 Fire Protection Agreement – County of Riverside Fire Department

This item provides an overview of the proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2026/2027 Fire Protection Agreement and associated cost estimates for fire protection and emergency response services from the County of Riverside Fire Department. The agreement maintains existing service levels while enhancing emergency medical response capabilities through updated staffing, and includes fire inspection services, fire apparatus agreements, and cooperative staffing components.

• Recommended Action:

  Authorize the City Manager to execute a letter approving the updated staffing model, including the addition of paramedic positions to fire apparatus, as required by the County to implement the new service delivery structure.

K.

LEGISLATIVE UPDATES AND DISCUSSION

K.1

Legislative Update – May 2026

This report serves as a legislative update for state legislative activity during the 2025–26 legislative session.

• Recommended Action:

  Receive and file.

L.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE

Economic Development Committee Report Out and City Council Direction

M.

PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS UPDATE

N.

CITY TREASURER REPORT

Finance and Audit Committee Report Out and City Council Direction

O.

CITY CLERK REPORT

P.

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT

Q.

CITY MANAGER REPORT

R.

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

S.

COUNCIL REPORTS

Lara
Fenn
Martinez
White
Voigt

T.

ADJOURNMENT

The next regular meeting of the Beaumont City Council, Beaumont Financing Authority, the Beaumont Successor Agency (formerly RDA), the Beaumont Utility Authority, the Beaumont Parking Authority and the Beaumont Public Improvement Agency is scheduled for Tuesday June 2, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise posted.