Join City Manager Will Kolbow for this week's episode of the Calimesa Insider podcast, where he recaps last week's episode with Chris Gray, discusses the upcoming WRCOG used oil recycling event, and previews a detailed discussion on the County Line Road Project timeline. Will also shares insights from his busy three-day week, and key takeaways from the CalCities City Manager Conference from a couple of weeks ago, which included economic forecasts, and the mental health impacts of city management. Tune in for in-depth city updates, event announcements, and a heartfelt thank you to the supportive Calimesa community!

00:00 Welcome to Calimesa Insider

00:49 Upcoming Event: Used Oil Recycling

01:29 County Line Road Timeline

02:47 City Council Meeting Highlights

03:21 Meeting with Congressman Ken Calvert

04:56 CalCities City Manager Conference

29:10 Closing Remarks and Gratitude

Understanding WRCOG: How Local Development Shapes Transportation and Community GrowthIn this special Valentine's Day episode of the Calimesa Insider podcast, City Manager Will Kolbow welcomes Chris Gray, Deputy Executive Director of the Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG). They dive into the significant contributions of WRCOG to transportation infrastructure and discuss the impact of changing demographics on community development. The episode also covers upcoming city council meetings, insights into development impact fees, and the challenges faced by small cities. Plus, learn about WRCOG's unique role and how it assists local governments in managing growth responsively and effectively.00:00 Introduction to WRCOG and Its Impact00:38 Host Introduction and City Updates01:07 City Council Meeting Announcements02:20 Discussion on Local Taxes and Government Funding04:30 Interview with Chris Gray: Career and Experience07:30 Understanding WRCOG's Role and History11:52 The Transportation Uniform Mitigation Fee (TUMF) Program21:28 Challenges in Transportation Funding and Development29:20 The Consequences of Stagnation30:22 The Impact of Prop 13 on Revenue33:05 Responsible Growth and Development36:26 Regional Demographics and Development Trends41:31 The Warehouse Dilemma50:39 The Future of Workforce and Consumption53:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Understanding State and Federal Taxes & The Demise of RDAs in California | Calimesa Insider Two major topics in this episode: the origins and distribution of state and federal tax dollars, and the dissolution of redevelopment agencies in California. Join City Manager Will Kolbow as he delves into how your tax contributions fund various government operations and examines the legislative changes that have affected school funding and infrastructure projects. Plus, get ready for key updates on local programs and the upcoming City Council meeting. Follow us to stay informed! 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:31 Host Introduction and Program Updates 01:40 Senior Meal Program and City Council Meeting 03:54 Understanding Federal and State Taxes 05:26 Federal Budget Breakdown 09:14 State Budget Breakdown 13:37 Comparing State Revenues and Expenditures 19:28 Education Funding and Proposition 98 25:24 Redevelopment Agencies and Their Impact 41:07 Conclusion and Upcoming Events