WRCOG GA 2025 Program

E V E N T P R O G R A M THURSDAY JUNE 12, 2025 PECHANGA RESORT CASINO | TEMECULA, CA

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Pechanga Welcomes

Western Riverside Council of Governments Over twenty years ago, our Tribe celebrated its most significant enhancement to our gaming operation with the opening of the Pechanga Resort Casino. The resort was the culmination of years of labor, sacrifice, and dedication by the Tribe to secure self-reliance for generations to come.

Since then, the Tribe has supported our shared community with quality jobs for thousands of our neighbors, contributed over $6 million towards local education and over $30 million to non-profits, protected the place of the Sacred Creation Area for all Luiseño Indian People and quality of life for Temecula through the conservation of Pu’éska Mountain, and more.

We look forward to continuing our strong partnership with fellow governments to move our region forward collectively.

Western Riverside Council of Governments pays homage to the indigenous ‘Atáaxum (Luiseño people) and acknowledge the land on which the 34th Annual General Assembly and Leadership Address is located and upon which we are gathered is part of their Traditional homeland. Today, Pechanga is one of six federally recognized Luiseño Bands whose Traditional territory encompasses western Riverside County, northern San Diego County, and the Southern Channel Islands. The Pechanga people have remained committed to the stewardship of this land over many centuries. It has been cherished and protected, as elders have instructed the young through generations. We are honored and grateful to be here today on their traditional lands.

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CHAIR'S WELCOME Welcome to the 34th Annual General Assembly & Leadership Address!

It’s a true pleasure to gather once again with leaders from across our region to exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships, and celebrate the progress we’ve made together.

We are especially honored to welcome four-star Admiral William McRaven, US Navy (Ret.), as this year’s keynote speaker. Admiral McRaven is also a #1 New York Times bestselling author, known for The Wisdom of the Bullfrog: Leadership Made Simple (But Not Easy) and his viral University of Texas commencement speech that inspired Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...and Maybe the World. His insight and experience have made him a global voice on leadership, and his message will leave us all inspired and ready to take on what’s next.

Thank you to our many generous sponsors, whose support allows us to host this signature event without using any public funds. Their investment helps bring government and business leaders together in meaningful ways, creating a space where collaboration can grow and new ideas can flourish. Many of them are here tonight—please take a moment to meet these incredible partners and thank them for the work they do to support our communities.

I’d also like to express my appreciation to my colleagues on the WRCOG Executive Committee.

Your guidance and leadership have helped shape important regional decisions that strengthen our resilience and drive sustainable progress.

And of course, thank you to the WRCOG staff—a small but mighty team of dedicated professionals whose work continues to support our member communities. Your efforts behind the scenes make this night to celebrate our regional successes possible.

Finally, don’t forget—the evening doesn’t end after the program! Join us for the Post-Event Reception located right next door in Summit A/B, sponsored by NAIOP. It’s a great opportunity to keep the conversations going, make new connections, and end the night on a high note.

On behalf of WRCOG and our 22 member agencies, thank you for joining us and for your continued partnership. Enjoy the evening!

Sincerely,

Brenda Dennstedt Chairwoman, WRCOG

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ABOUT OUR SPEAKER

William H. McRaven U.S. NAVY FOUR-STAR ADMIRAL

(RETIRED)

Admiral William H. McRaven is a retired U.S. Navy Four-Star admiral and the former Chancellor of the University of Texas System. During his time in the military, he commanded special operations forces at every level, eventually taking charge of the U.S. Special Operations Command. His career included combat during Desert Storm and both the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. He commanded the troops that captured Saddam Hussein and rescued Captain Phillips. McRaven is also credited with developing the plan and leading the Osama bin Laden mission in 2011.

As the Chancellor of the UT System, he led one of the nation’s largest and most respected systems of higher education. As the chief executive officer of the UT System, McRaven oversaw 14 institutions that educated 220,000 students, and employed 20,000 faculty and more than 80,000 health care professionals, researchers, and staff.

McRaven is a recognized national authority on U.S. foreign policy and has advised Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and other U.S. leaders on defense issues. He currently serves on the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), the National Football Foundation, and the Board of Directors of CoconoPhilips.

McRaven has been recognized for his leadership numerous times. In 2011, he was the first runnerup for TIME magazine’s “Person of the Year.” In 2012, Foreign Policy magazine named McRaven one of the nation’s “Top 10 Foreign Policy Experts.” In 2014, Politico magazine named McRaven one of the “Politico 50,” citing his leadership as instrumental in cutting though Washington bureaucracy. In 2015, he received the Intrepid Freedom Award for his distinguished service in defending the values of democracy. In 2016, McRaven was named the recipient of the Ambassador Richard M. Helms Award by the CIA Officers’ Memorial Foundation and in 2018, he received the Judge William H. Webster Distinguished Service Award for a lifetime of service to the nation.

McRaven is the author of several books including, SPEC OPS: Case Studies in Special Operations Warfare, Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life and Maybe the World, based on his 2014 UT Commencement Speech that received worldwide attention, and Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations, The Hero Code: Lessons Learned from Lives Well Lived. In 2023, he released The Wisdom of the Bullfrog: Leadership Made Simple (But Not Easy). An instant #1 New York Times Bestseller, the book draws on countless experiences from Admiral McRaven’s life, including navigating crises, management debates, organizational transitions, and ethical dilemmas, to provide readers with the most important leadership lessons he has learned over his forty years of service.

He met his wife, Georgeann, while they were students at UT Austin, and they have three grown children. McRaven is now a leadership consultant and stays active with his writing, speaking, and board commitments.

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EVENT AGENDA 4:00 PM

REGISTRATION PRE-DINNER RECEPTIONS

GENERAL ASSEMBLY 6:00 PM

DINNER PROGRAM WELCOME Brenda Dennstedt

PRESENTATION OF COLORS & FLAG SALUTE

WRCOG Chair

Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC)

Mark Macarro

Chaparral High School, Temecula

NATIONAL ANTHEM Valerie Geason

Tribal Chairman

INVOCATION Lt. Kurt King

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Senator Rosilicie Ochoa Bogh

BUSINESS MEETING AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARDS

STAFF RECOGNITIONS

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WRCOG EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE The Executive Committee is WRCOG’s decision-making policy board. The Executive Committee is comprised of elected officials from each of WRCOG’s member agencies and meets monthly to discuss policy issues and consider recommendations from WRCOG’s Technical Advisory Committee.

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Brenda Dennstedt WMWD

Jacque Casillas Corona

Chris Barajas Jurupa Valley

Sheri Flynn Banning

Mike Lara Beaumont

Jeff Cervantes Calimesa

Mark Terry Canyon Lake

Christian Dinco Eastvale

Joe Males Hemet

Brian Tisdale Lake Elsinore

Bob Karwin Menifee

Elena Baca-Santa Cruz Moreno Valley

Lori Stone Murrieta

Kevin Bash Norco

Michael Vargas Perris

Chuck Conder Riverside

Jessica Alexander Temecula

Crystal Ruiz San Jacinto

Joseph Morabito Wildomar

David Slawson EMWD

Dr. Edwin Gomez RCOE

Jose Medina County of Riverside District 1

Karen Spiegel County of Riverside District 2

Chuck Washington County of Riverside District 3

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WRCOG LEADERSHIP

2025

Brenda Dennstedt

2022

Karen Spiegel

2016

Brian Tisdale

2010

Robin Lowe

2002

Jim Venable

1996

Ron Roberts

2021

Kevin Bash

2015

Randon Lane

2009

Jeff Stone

2001

Frank Hall

1995

John Giardinelli

2020

Bonnie Wright

2014

Jeff Stone

2008

Chuck Washington

2000

Bob Buster

1994

Kay Ceniceros

2025

Rita Rogers

2019

Chuck Washington

2013

2024

Chris Barajas

2018

Debbie Franklin

2012

Jim Hyatt

Robin Hastings

2007

2005-06

Marion Ashley

1999

Chuck Washington

1993

Denise Lanning

Jeff Miller

1998

Andrea Puga

1992

Jim Winkler

2023

Crystal Ruiz

2017

Ben Benoit

2011

Kelly Bennett

2003-04

Kelly Seyarto

1997

Ron Loveridge

1991

Richard MacGregor

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CITY OF BANNING

CITY OF CORONA

CITY OF MENIFEE

CITY OF PERRIS

COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE

CITY OF BEAUMONT

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WHAT IS WRCOG? WRCOG is a Joint Powers Authority (JPA), consisting of the County of Riverside, 18 cities, two regional water districts and the Riverside County Superintendent of Schools. Recognizing that issues related to growth are not constrained by city or county boundaries, WRCOG focuses on a number of regional matters important to the future of Western Riverside County. By working together through its committee structure and utilizing existing resources, WRCOG enables strong advocacy, and strengthens Western Riverside County’s standing in southern California and the state. WRCOG’s program areas are varied and range from transportation to air quality, solid waste, environment, energy, resiliency, sustainability, and growth.

Our programs include: • Energy (PACE, Streetlights) • Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN) • Environment and Recycling (Clean Cities Coalition, Solid Waste Cooperative, Regional Food Rescue Program, Used Oil Recycling, Love Your Neighborhood, Community Transportation Needs Assessment) • Public Service Fellowship Program • Grant writing assistance • Regional Planning • Transportation (TUMF, Active Transportation Plan, VMT Mitigation, Transportation Modeling Services) • Water Task Force

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WRCOG SELECTED AS ALL-AMERICA CITY FINALIST We are proud to announce that WRCOG has been selected as a finalist for the prestigious 2025 AllAmerica City Award! Out of communities across the nation, we are honored to be one of just 20 finalists — and one of only two from California — advancing to the final competition in Denver this June.

WRCOG is also the first Council of Government to receive this recognition in the Awards’ 71 year history. This achievement is only possible because of the collective leadership and innovation of our member agencies, who continue to drive meaningful change throughout Western Riverside County. We also extend our thanks to the dedicated WRCOG and (Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency (RCHCA) staff whose hard work, creativity, and collaboration have been instrumental in bringing our region's story to the national stage.

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COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD RECOGNITION EASTVALE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE The Eastvale Chamber of Commerce is recognized for its outstanding commitment to fostering economic growth, regional collaboration, and community engagement. Through strategic partnerships, including its work with the City of Eastvale’s Economic Development Team, the Chamber has led initiatives such as lunch-and-learn workshops, business recognition programs, and the celebration of Eastvale’s Top 25 Sales Tax Generators.

Beyond business support, the Chamber enriches the broader community by hosting impactful events like the National Day of Prayer Breakfast, Fire and Police Appreciation Breakfast, and the Taste of Eastvale Festival—each benefiting local nonprofits and schools.

With an open-door philosophy, the Chamber’s influence extends beyond city limits, supporting businesses throughout Western Riverside County and neighboring cities. Its dedication to building a thriving, connected, and inclusive business community makes the Eastvale Chamber of Commerce a distinguished recipient of the WRCOG Community Service Award.

RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY HEALTH FOUNDATION Riverside Community Health Foundation (RCHF) is honored for its exceptional leadership and generous support in advancing youth health and wellness in the City of Riverside. On May 11, 2024, more than 100 fourth-grade students at Longfellow Elementary School received free bicycles and helmets thanks to a collaborative effort led by RCHF, in partnership with the City of Riverside and a network of community organizations.

This first-of-its-kind bicycle giveaway included a safety demonstration by the California Highway Patrol and brought together partners including Riverside University Health System, Longfellow Elementary, PedalPower bike shop, Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP), and others. The event was such a success that the City is now expanding the program to additional schools.

Programs like these not only promote physical activity and improve classroom focus, but also foster social connection and community pride.

RCHF’s leadership—and the dedication of team members like Senior Health Educator Miguel Lujano—helped make this initiative a joyful and impactful experience for students and families alike. WRCOG is proud to recognize Riverside Community Health Foundation for its continued commitment to community well-being.

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CULTIVATING INCLUSION Cultivating Inclusion is a remarkable community-driven organization that provides a safe, supportive environment where individuals—many with special needs—can engage in meaningful work, gain hands-on skills in farming and gardening, and participate in horticultural therapy. What began as a volunteer-led effort in 2015 on a 3-acre city-owned plot has blossomed into a vibrant community garden that serves 75–100 new participants each week.

Under the leadership of Mary Ann Tam, Cultivating Inclusion partners with local school districts and is proudly endorsed by Care Rite Vocational and Towards Maximum Independence, both of which serve adults with special needs. The garden is entirely funded through donations and powered by a dedicated team of volunteers.

A core part of its mission is to give back to the community. In 2024 alone, Cultivating Inclusion harvested more than 9,200 pounds of fresh produce—all donated to local food banks, including Western Eagle, Community Mission of Hope, the Murrieta Food Bank, and St. Vincent de Paul.

Through inclusion, education, and generosity, Cultivating Inclusion continues to sow seeds of compassion, growth, and community spirit throughout the City of Murrieta and beyond.

SUSAN OLMSTEAD -BOWEN Susan Olmstead -Bowen is a highly respected CPA who has selflessly dedicated her time and expertise to support numerous local nonprofit organizations. Through her pro bono accounting and compliance services, Susan has helped establish new 501(c)(3) charities, guided struggling organizations back into IRS compliance, and safeguarded nonprofits from costly penalties—enabling them to raise vital funds for their communities Susan is a steadfast supporter of women-founded and women-led organizations, including Happiness on 4 Hooves, Trinity Therapeutic Riding Center, and Heaven’s Ranch Rescue. Her financial leadership ensures these groups remain grant-eligible, financially stable, and focused on their missions.

In addition to her nonprofit work, Susan serves on the City of Norco’s Measure R Committee and as Treasurer for several local groups, including the Kiwanis Club of Norco Foundation and the Norco Horsemen’s Association. She also lends her support to local schools by providing scholarships and helping restructure nonprofit financial systems to ensure long-term sustainability.

Susan was named the 2024 Norco Area Chamber of Commerce Community Champion of the Year. Her commitment to public service, financial stewardship, and community betterment makes her a truly deserving recipient of recognition.

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COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD RECOGNITION (CONTINUED) GLORIA SANCHEZ Gloria Sanchez exemplifies the spirit of "service over self" through her unwavering dedication to the Menifee community and beyond. As Chair of the City’s Senior Advisory Committee, she has been a tireless advocate for the well-being of older adults, working to enhance services and quality of life for Menifee’s senior population.

In addition to her leadership role, Gloria actively volunteers with the Lake Menifee Women’s Club and the Oasis Community, consistently demonstrating a deep commitment to civic engagement and community service.

Her advocacy extends to the national level as well—Gloria was appointed to the National Family Caregiver Advisory Council, where she provides critical recommendations to the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services to strengthen support for family caregivers across the country.

Gloria’s compassion, leadership, and service have made a lasting impact on the lives of many.

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FISCAL YEAR 25/26

BUDGET AT A GLANCE AGENCY FISCAL GOALS AGENCY GOALS

Ensure fiscal solvency and stability of the Western Riverside Council of Governments

TOTAL BUDGET * $25,677,989 REVENUES

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Maintain sound, responsible fiscal policies.

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In addition to the Strategic Plan Goals, the Executive Committee directed a longerterm look at the Agency’s finances to better identify and mitigate potential risks. This resulted in a fiscal modeling exercise that demonstrated the long-term fiscal health of each fund based on current activity, recessions, and other scenarios.

*Excluding TUMF project revenue

Streetlights - $137K (.5%) Legal - $448K

Used Oil - $213K (.8%) Solid Waste - $495K (1.9%)

General Fund - $9.21M (35.9%)

Clean Cities - $1.50M (5.9%)

I-REN - $12.89M (50.2%)

LTF - $1.22M (4.8%)

General Operations - $4.65M Salaries - $8.14M Consulting - $11.54M

FISCAL YEAR 25/26

BUDGET

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This year’s budget was built on a set of guiding principles: • Ensuring the fair distribution of funds and funding requests, • requiring non-comprehensive programs (those which do not benefit the entirety of the member agencies) to be self-sustaining, • focusing on the long-term health of each fund, and • moving toward these goals in an incremental way when full scale immediate changes are impractical.

One of WRCOG’s largest Programs and provides funding for transportation projects.

Since its inception, over $1 billion in TUMF projects has been funded.

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INVESTING IN THE FUTURE OF PUBLIC SERVICE: WRCOG’S FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM BUILDS LOCAL TALENT WRCOG’s Public Service Fellowship Program is a paid, ninemonth opportunity for local college students to gain handson experience in government. Fellows are thoughtfully matched with host agencies across Western Riverside County, contributing to vital projects in areas like transportation and economic development.

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“The WRCOG Public Service Fellowship gave me invaluable hands-on experience in the public sector.

As a public administration graduate student, I had the privilege of working with the City of Menifee's Engineering Department, where I learned about land development, stormwater management, and regulatory processes. I’m grateful for the opportunity to grow professionally alongside such strong leadership.”

Teresa Aguilera WRCOG Fellow, City of Menifee

“My time as a planning fellow with WRCOG has been an experience filled with professional and personal growth. I have enjoyed working on various planning related projects throughout the region, such as assisting with the Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF) program. I have strengthened my Excel skills, as I use the software daily in my work. I am able to connect the knowledge from my master's program to the projects I am working on, putting planning theory and skills into practice. This experience has solidified my goal to work in Riverside County as an urban planner. A highlight from this program has been being able to connect with other fellows and public service professionals.”

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Supplemental Defined Contribution Plans 401(a) (SDC) Social Security Alternative (ARS) for part-time employees

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT :

Rachael Sanders Vice President, Consulting

rsanders@pars.org

(800) 540-6369 x121 www.pars.org

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: Full range of HR services for public and private organizations

Employee relations

Training/staff development

Labor relations/negotiations

DEI program development/

Compliance auditing Policy development Investigations

implementation

Executive recruiting Class and comp

Risk management services

Phone: 562-537-4055 Email: cstafford@staffordhrconsulting.com www.staffordhrconsutling.com

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Moving California Forward.

Since 1927, Mark Thomas has set the stage for countless California roadways, structures, and bicycle/pedestrian facilities. Combining our technical skills with a true understanding of a project’s physical, social, and environmental dynamics is the very essence of what we do.

Mark Thomas is more than a transportation planning and design firm. We are creating a better way for all of us to Move Forward.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR: National CORE has been transforming lives and communities for more than 30 years. An award-winning affordable housing developer, National CORE has created a platform for individual and community change. In partnership with the Hope through Housing Foundation, National CORE provides impactful resident programs and services to help children and teens achieve success, improve families’ financial well-being, and promote senior health and wellness.

Together, we transform lives and communities www.nationalcore.org | www.hthf.org

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Let the Iteris ClearMobility® Platform combine cloud computing, artificial intelligence, advanced sensors and expert advisory services to keep your roads safe, travel efficient and communities thriving.

Learn more at iteris.com/clearmobility

Building a stronger California—together.

I-REN is a collaboration between WRCOG, CVAG, and SBCOG. We bring equitable energy efficiency initiatives to communities throughout the Inland Empire, creating a brighter, more sustainable future for all.

Learn more at iren.gov.