Irwindale City Council
February 25, 2026

CITY OF IRWINDALE
5050 N. IRWINDALE AVE., IRWINDALE CA 91706 • PHONE: (626) 430-2200

NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR THE SPECIAL AND

REGULAR MEETING OF THE

CITY COUNCIL

SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE

IRWINDALE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

HOUSING AUTHORITY
February 25, 2026
SPECIAL MEETING – 5:00 p.m.

REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 PM
H. MANUEL ORTIZ - Mayor
ALBERT F. AMBRIZ - Mayor Pro Tem
MARK A. BRECEDA - Councilmember
LARRY G. BURROLA - Councilmember
MANUEL R. GARCIA - Councilmember
Via Zoom Webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87104592389 In the event that a Zoom broadcast is unavailable, staff will promptly notify the public through its social media platforms. The public meeting will proceed in accordance with The Brown Act.

Listen Over Phone: 1-669-900-6833; Webinar ID: 871-0459-2389

February 25, 2026

Spontaneous Communications: The public is encouraged to address the City Council on any matter listed on the agenda or on any other matter within its jurisdiction. The City Council will hear public comments on items listed on the agenda during discussion of the matter and prior to a vote. The City Council will hear public comments on matters not listed on the agenda during the Spontaneous Communications period.

Pursuant to provisions of the Brown Act, no action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. The City Council may direct staff to investigate and/or schedule certain matters for consideration at a future City Council meeting.

Americans with Disabilities Act: In compliance with the ADA and Government Code section 54953(g), the City Council has adopted a reasonable accommodation policy to swiftly resolve accommodation requests. The policy can be found on the City’s website: https://www.irwindaleca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8075/AB2449-Reasonable-Accommodation-Policy. If you need special assistance to participate in a City Council or Commission meeting or other services offered by this City, including an electronic or printed copy of the City’s reasonable accommodation policy, please contact City Hall at (626) 430-2200. Notification of at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed will assist the City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting or service.

Note: Staff reports are available for inspection at the office of the Chief Deputy City Clerk, City Hall, 5050 N.

Irwindale Avenue, during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday).

Compensation for Board Members: Compensation for the members of the Irwindale City Council is $750.16 a month. In accordance with Government Code Section 54952.3, Councilmembers will not receive any additional compensation or stipend for the convening of the regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the Irwindale Community Redevelopment Agency. Councilmembers will receive additional compensation of $50/meeting, not to exceed $150 per month, for the convening the regular meetings of the Irwindale Housing Authority and an additional compensation of $300/meeting for convening the regular meetings of the Irwindale Reclamation Authority.

February 25, 2026

Code of Ethics
As City of Irwindale Council Members, our fundamental duty is to serve the public good. We are committed to the principle of an efficient and professional local government. We will be exemplary in obeying the letter and spirit of Local, State and Federal laws and City policies affecting the operation of the government and in our private life. We will be independent and impartial in our judgment and actions.

We will work for the common good of the City of Irwindale community and not for any private or personal interest. We will endeavor to treat all people with respect and civility. We will commit to observe the highest standards of morality and integrity, and to faithfully discharge the duties of our office regardless of personal consideration. We shall refrain from abusive conduct, personal charges or verbal attacks upon the character or motives of others.

We will inform ourselves on public issues, listen attentively to public discussions before the body, and focus on the business at hand. We will base our decisions on the merit and substance of that business. We will be fair and equitable in all actions, claims or transactions. We shall not use our official position to influence government decisions in which we have a financial interest or where we have a personal relationship that could present a conflict of interest, or create a perception of a conflict of interest.

We shall not take advantage of services or opportunities for personal gain by virtue of our public office that are not available to the public in general. We shall refrain from accepting gifts, favors or promises of future benefit that might compromise our independence of judgment or action or give the appearance of being compromised.

We will behave in a manner that does not bring discredit or embarrassment to the City of Irwindale. We will be honest in thought and deed in both our personal and official lives.

Ultimate responsibility for complying with this Code of Ethics rests with the individual elected official. In addition to any other penalty as provided by law, violation of this Code of Ethics may be used as a basis for disciplinary action or censure of a Council Member.

These things we hereby pledge to do in the interest and purposes for which our government has been established.

Irwindale City Council

February 25, 2026

SPECIAL MEETING

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. ROLL CALL: Councilmembers: Mark A. Breceda, Larry G. Burrola, Manuel R. Garcia; Mayor Pro Tem Albert F. Ambriz; Mayor H. Manuel Ortiz

3. AB 2449 DISCLOSURES
Remote participation by a member of the legislative body for just cause or emergency circumstances

4. SPONTANEOUS COMMUNICATIONS
Spontaneous communications are limited to the special meeting agenda items only.

5. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
A. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957

Title: City Manager
B. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation Initiation of litigation [Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(4)] Number of Cases: One
C. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation
Pursuant to Government Code Sections 54954.5(c), 54956.9(d)(1) Name of Case: Luz Aguilar v. City of Irwindale
Case Number: 24STCV04897
D. Conference with Labor Negotiator
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representatives: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager; Adrian Guerra, Legal Counsel; Mary Hull, Human Resources Manager
Employee Organizations: IPOA
E. Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: 16359 Arrow Highway
Agency Negotiator: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager

February 25, 2026

Negotiating Parties: 39 Dalton Financial Ltd. Partnership Under Negotiation: Acquisition of Property

6. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION

7. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION

8. ADJOURNMENT

REGULAR MEETING

9. CALL TO ORDER

10. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

11. INVOCATION

12. ROLL CALL: Councilmembers: Mark A. Breceda, Larry G. Burrola, Manuel R. Garcia; Mayor Pro Tem Albert F. Ambriz; Mayor H. Manuel Ortiz

13. AB 2449 DISCLOSURES
Remote participation by a member of the legislative body for just cause or emergency circumstances

14. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA

15. COUNCIL MEMBER TRAVEL REPORTS

16. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS

17. INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEES/PROMOTIONS
A. Introduction of Public Services Office Specialist Eliana Arastu B. Introduction of Irwindale Library Technician Lizette Lizardi

18. PROCLAMATIONS / PRESENTATIONS / COMMENDATIONS
A. Recognition of Irwindale Citizen of the Year Linda Marez B. Recognition of Irwindale Resident Las Palmas Middle School Students Brooklyn Carr, Autumn Duran, Emma Frymark, Riley Hickman, and Darrick Kelly for exceptional CAASPP performance C. Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Update

19. CONSENT CALENDAR

February 25, 2026

A. Warrants / Demands / Payroll
Department: Finance
Recommendation: Approve
B. Authorize City Manager to Approve Personnel Investigative Services Expenditures Department: Human Resources
Recommendation: The City Council authorize an increase in expenditure authority under the professional services agreement with Susan Woolley, Esq., in an amount not to exceed $167,500, and authorize the City Manager to approve related expenditures necessary to process the final invoice for services rendered.

C. Adopt a Revised Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale Parks
Department: Public Services
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-10-3721, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2024-80-3557 AND

ADOPTING A REVISED FACILITY & OPEN SPACE RENTAL POLICY FOR THE DAN DIAZ RECREATION CENTER, IRWINDALE AQUATICS CENTER, AND IRWINDALE PARKS" by title only, with further reading waived. Approve revisions to the Irwindale Recreation's Assumption of Risk, Waiver and Release of Liability form to include the new language prohibiting the use of the Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium for organized play and group or individual coaching/training during open play times.

D. Designation of Authorized Agents to Act on behalf of the City to Obtain Emergency Financial Assistance
Department: Administration
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-13-3724 entitled: “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED AGENTS TO ACT ON BEHALF OF

THE CITY TO OBTAIN STATE AND FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, AND APPROVE CAL OES FORM 130, 'DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION FOR NON-STATE AGENCIES'".

E. Waive the Formal Bidding Procedures and Authorize the Issuance of a Puchase Order with Libraria for the Irwindale Public Library Opening Day Book Collection Department: Library
Recommendation:

That the City Council of the City of Irwindale adopt Resolution No. 2026-14-3725 entitled, "A

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, WAIVING FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES PURSUANT TO IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3.44.080(H),

AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A PURCHASE ORDER TO LIBRARIA FOR THE CHILDREN, TEEN, AND ADULT OPENING DAY BOOK COLLECTION FOR THE IRWINDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY ".

20. SPONTANEOUS COMMUNICATIONS

February 25, 2026

This is the time set aside for members of the audience speak on items not on this agenda that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction. State law prohibits any Council discussion or action on such communications unless 1) the Council by majority vote finds that a catastrophe or emergency exists; or 2) the Council by at least four votes finds that the matter (and need for action thereon) arose within the last five days. Since the Council cannot participate (except as stated), it is requested that all such communications be made in writing to be included on the next agenda for full discussion and action
All members of the public are asked to observe the City’s Rules of Procedure and Public Meeting Decorum. The City’s Rules of Procedure and Public Meeting Decorum can be found on the City’s website, and Chapter 2.40 of the Irwindale Municipal Code. You may also contact the City Clerk’s Office for copies.

Each speaker will be limited to 3 minutes unless such time limits are extended. If a member of the public wishes to donate their time to another speaker, both persons must be physically present and in attendance of the meeting. The Presiding Officer may, in his or her discretion, extend the 3-minute time limitation for the particular subject for all speakers. Organized groups of persons wishing to address the Council on the same subject should select a spokesperson to represent the group, so as to avoid unnecessary repetition. In no event shall the total amount of speaking time for exceed 6 minutes per person for the subject under discussion.

The Council may regulate a speaker who is speaking too long or out of order, being unduly repetitious, discussing irrelevancies, or extending to items not within its subject matter jurisdiction. Please be reminded that discrimination, abusive use of profanity, unruly disruption, and violent or physically threatening conduct is discouraged. Members of the public shall not disrupt the orderly conduct of the meeting. The Presiding Officer will request that a person cease any disruptive conduct, and if not immediately stopped, will direct the person to be removed from the meeting.

Public Comments will be heard in the following order:
1: In-person attendees
2: Teleconference attendees
3: In-person and teleconference attendees who have not previously provided comments on the matter(s) being discussed by the legislative body

21. NEW BUSINESS
At this time, members of the audience may ask to be heard regarding an item on New Business.

A. Syserco Energy Solutions- Energy Assessment Review
Department: Administration
Recommendation: Receive, file, and provide direction.

February 25, 2026

B. Building Plan Check Fee Waiver Request by Saint Cyril of Alexandria Coptic Orthodox Church Department: Administration
Recommendation: That the Irwindale City Council discuss the options presented and provide direction to staff regarding the Saint Cyril of Alexandria Coptic Orthodox Church's Building Plan Check Fee Waiver Request:

OPTION 1. Deny Saint Cyril of Alexandria Coptic Orthodox Church building plan check fee waiver request; or
OPTION 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-11-3722 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, FINDING THAT A PUBLIC PURPOSE WOULD BE SERVED BY APPROVING

A FEE WAIVER TO SAINT CYRIL OF ALEXANDRIA COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH FOR BUILDING PLAN CHECK FEES OF $15,925.82", or
OPTION 3. Provide alternative direction to staff.

C. 1st Reading of Ordinance No. 815 - Reorganization of the City Council Department: City Clerk
Recommendation: Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 815 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE AMENDING SECTION 2.04.050 OF THE CITY OF

IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE THE OCCASIONS OF THE CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION" reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof.

D. Discussion and Direction on Proposed Invocation Policy Department: City Clerk
Recommendation: Review and discuss the proposed Invocation Policy, and provide direction to staff.

E. Mid-Year Financial Review and Adjustments to the FY 2025-2026 Budget Department: Finance
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-15-3726 entitled: “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE APPROVING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE FY 2025- 2026 ADOPTED BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL $424,170 FROM THE GENERAL FUND RESERVE FOR THE PROPOSED MID-YEAR EXPENDITURES."

22. PUBLIC HEARINGS
At this time, members of the audience may ask to be heard regarding an item on Public Hearings.

A. Public Hearing and 2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 817 Department: Engineering

February 25, 2026

Recommendation: That the City Council: 1) conduct the duly noticed public hearing; 2) Direct the City Attorney to read the title of Ordinance No. 817 amending Title 15 of Irwindale Municipal Code by adding Chapter 15.05 – Existing Building Code and adopting by reference the 2026 Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Green Building standards and Existing Building, Codes with County and City Amendments, waive further reading and adopt the ordinance on a roll call vote; and 3) direct the Engineering Department to file the adopted ordinance with the City amendments along with the findings and justification with the State Buildng Standards Commission.

23. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

24. REQUESTS FOR AGENDA ITEMS BY CITY COUNCIL
If a City Council Member is interested in a task or project, the City Council Member shall request that the item be agendized in this section.

25. ADJOURN

SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE IRWINDALE COMMUNITY

REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

26. AB 2449 DISCLOSURES
Remote participation by a member of the legislative body for just cause or emergency circumstances

27. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Minutes of the Regular Meeting held December 10, 2025 Department: City Clerk
Recommendation: Approve

28. SPONTANEOUS COMMUNICATIONS
This is the time set aside for members of the audience to speak on items not on this agenda.

Spontaneous Communications for the Successor Agency are subject to the same State prohibitions and City guidelines as cited on the City Council agenda.

29. ADJOURN

HOUSING AUTHORITY

30. AB 2449 DISCLOSURES
Remote participation by a member of the legislative body for just cause or emergency circumstances

31. CONSENT CALENDAR

February 25, 2026

A. Minutes of the Regular Meeting held December 10, 2025 Department: City Clerk
Recommendation: Approve

32. SPONTANEOUS COMMUNICATIONS
This is the time set aside for members of the audience to speak on items not on this agenda.

Spontaneous Communications for the Housing Authority are subject to the same State prohibitions and City guidelines as cited on the City Council agenda.

33. ADJOURN

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk, certify that I caused the agenda for the regular meeting of the City Council, Irwindale Successor Agency to the Irwindale Community Redevelopment Agency and Housing Authority, to be held on February 25, 2026, be posted at the City Hall, Library, and Post Office on February 19, 2026. ______________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

February 25, 2026

CIUDAD DE IRWINDALE
5050 N. IRWINDALE AVE., IRWINDALE CA 91706 • TELÉFONO: (626) 430-2200 AVISO Y AGENDA PARA LA REUNIÓN ESPECIAL Y REGULAR DE LA

AGENCIA SUCESORA DEL AYUNTAMIENTO
DE LA
AGENCIA DE REURBANIZACIÓN COMUNITARIA DE IRWINDALE

AUTORIDAD DE VIVIENDA
25 de febrero de 2026
REUNIÓN EXTRAORDINARIA – 17:00. REUNIÓN ORDINARIA – 18:00 H. MANUEL ORTIZ - Alcalde
ALBERT F. AMBRIZ - Alcalde Pro Tempore
MARK A. BRECEDA - Concejal
LARRY G. BURROLA - Concejal
MANUEL R. GARCIA - Concejal
A través de un seminario web por Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87104592389 En caso de que no haya una emisión por Zoom disponible, el personal notificará rápidamente al público a través de sus plataformas de redes sociales. La reunión pública se llevará a cabo conforme a la Ley Brown.

Escuchar por teléfono: 1-669-900-6833; ID del seminario web: 871-0459-2389

February 25, 2026

Comunicaciones Espontáneas: Se anima al público a dirigirse al Ayuntamiento sobre cualquier asunto listado en la agenda o sobre cualquier otro asunto dentro de su jurisdicción. El Ayuntamiento escuchará los comentarios públicos sobre los puntos listados en la agenda durante la discusión del asunto y antes de la votación. El Ayuntamiento escuchará comentarios públicos sobre asuntos que no figuren en la agenda durante el periodo de Comunicaciones Espontáneas.

De acuerdo con las disposiciones de la Ley Brown, no se puede tomar ninguna medida sobre un asunto a menos que esté listado en la agenda, o salvo que existan ciertas circunstancias de emergencia o especiales. El Ayuntamiento puede ordenar al personal que investigue y/o programe ciertos asuntos para su consideración en una futura reunión del Ayuntamiento.

Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades: En cumplimiento de la ADA y la sección 54953(g) del Código Gubernamental, el Ayuntamiento ha adoptado una política de adaptaciones razonables para resolver rápidamente las solicitudes de adaptaciones. La política puede consultarse en la página web de la ciudad:
https://www.irwindaleca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8075/AB-2449-Reasonable-Accommodation-Policy. Si necesita asistencia especial para participar en una reunión del Ayuntamiento o de la Comisión u otros servicios ofrecidos por esta ciudad, incluyendo una copia electrónica o impresa de la política de adaptaciones razonables de la ciudad, por favor contacte con el Ayuntamiento en el (626) 430-2200. La notificación con al menos 48 horas de antelación a la reunión o a la hora en que se necesiten servicios ayudará al personal de la ciudad a garantizar que se puedan hacer arreglos razonables para facilitar la accesibilidad a la reunión o servicio.

Nota: Los informes del personal están disponibles para su inspección en la oficina del Subsecretario Jefe de la Ciudad, Ayuntamiento, 5050 N. Irwindale Avenue, durante el horario laboral habitual (de 8:00 a.m. a 6:00 p.m., de lunes a jueves).

Remuneración para los miembros de la Junta: La remuneración para los miembros del Ayuntamiento de Irwindale es de 750,16 dólares al mes. De acuerdo con la Sección 54952.3 del Código de Gobierno, los concejales no recibirán ninguna compensación ni asignación adicional por la convocatoria de las reuniones regulares de la Agencia Sucesora de la Agencia de Reurbanización Comunitaria de Irwindale. Los concejales recibirán una compensación adicional de 50 dólares por reunión, que no excederá los 150 dólares mensuales, por convocar las reuniones ordinarias de la Autoridad de Vivienda de Irwindale y una compensación adicional de 300 dólares por reunión por convocar las reuniones ordinarias de la Autoridad de Reclamación de Irwindale.

February 25, 2026

Código de Ética
Como miembros del Consejo de la Ciudad de Irwindale, nuestro deber fundamental es servir al bien público. Estamos comprometidos con el principio de un gobierno local eficiente y profesional. Seremos ejemplares en obedecer la letra y el espíritu de las leyes locales, estatales y federales y de las políticas municipales que afectan al funcionamiento del gobierno y a nuestra vida privada. Seremos independientes e imparciales en nuestro juicio y acciones.

Trabajaremos por el bien común de la comunidad de la ciudad de Irwindale y no por ningún interés privado o personal.

Nos esforzaremos por tratar a todas las personas con respeto y cortesía. Nos comprometeremos a observar los más altos estándares de moralidad e integridad, y a cumplir fielmente con los deberes de nuestro cargo sin importar las consideraciones personales. Nos abstendremos de conductas abusivas, acusaciones personales o ataques verbales al carácter o los motivos de otros.

Nos informaremos sobre asuntos públicos, escucharemos atentamente los debates públicos ante el órgano y nos centraremos en los asuntos que tenemos entre manos. Basaremos nuestras decisiones en el mérito y el fondo de ese negocio. Seremos justos y equitativos en todas las acciones, reclamaciones o transacciones. No utilizaremos nuestra posición oficial para influir en decisiones gubernamentales en las que tengamos un interés financiero o cuando tengamos una relación personal que pueda suponer un conflicto de intereses, o crear la percepción de un conflicto de interés.

No aprovecharemos servicios u oportunidades para beneficio personal en virtud de nuestro cargo público que no estén disponibles para el público en general. Nos abstendremos de aceptar regalos, favores o promesas de beneficio futuro que puedan comprometer nuestra independencia de juicio o acción o dar la apariencia de que lo estamos.

Nos comportaremos de una manera que no traiga descrédito ni vergüenza a la ciudad de Irwindale. Seremos honestos en pensamiento y en hechos tanto en nuestra vida personal como oficial.

La responsabilidad última de cumplir con este Código de Ética recae en el cargo electo individual. Además de cualquier otra sanción prevista por la ley, la violación de este Código de Ética puede utilizarse como base para acciones disciplinarias o censura de un miembro del Consejo.

Estas cosas nos comprometemos a hacer en el interés y los fines para los que se ha establecido nuestro gobierno.

Ayuntamiento de Irwindale

February 25, 2026

REUNIÓN ESPECIAL

1. LLAMADA AL ORDEN

2. PASE
NOMINAL:

Concejales: Mark A. Breceda, Larry G. Burrola, Manuel R. García; el alcalde pro tempore Albert F. Ambriz; Alcalde H. Manuel Ortiz

3. DIVULGACIONES DE LA LEY LEY 2449
Participación remota de un miembro del órgano legislativo por causa justificada o circunstancias de emergencia

4. COMUNICACIONES ESPONTÁNEAS
Las comunicaciones espontáneas se limitan únicamente a los puntos de la agenda de la reunión extraordinaria.

5. RECESO A SESIÓN CERRADA
Un. Evaluación del desempeño del empleado público
conforme al Código del Gobierno de California, Sección 54957 Título: Administrador de la Ciudad
B. Conferencia con Asesor Legal - Inicio previsto
de litigios [Conforme a la Sección 54956.9 (d)(4)] del Código de Gobierno.

Número de casos: Uno
C. Conferencia con el Asesor Legal - Litigio Existente
conforme al Código de Gobierno Secciones 54954.5(c), 54956.9(d)(1) Nombre del caso: Luz Aguilar contra la Ciudad de Irwindale Número de caso: 24STCV04897 D. Conferencia con el negociador laboral
conforme al Código del Gobierno de California Sección 54957.6 Representantes designados de la Agencia: Julian A. Miranda, gerente municipal; Adrian Guerra, asesor legal; Mary Hull, Responsable de Recursos Humanos de Organizaciones de Empleados: IPOA
E. Conferencia con el Negociador de Bienes Raíces
Conforme al Código de Gobierno de California Sección 54956.8 Propiedad: 16359 Arrow Highway Negociador de la Agencia: Julian A. Miranda, Gerente Municipal
Partes negociadoras: 39 Dalton Financial Ltd. Sociedad En Negociación: Adquisición de Propiedad

February 25, 2026

6. RECONVOCAR EN SESIÓN ABIERTA

7. INFORME DE LA SESIÓN A PUERTA CERRADA

8. Suspensión
REUNIÓN REGULAR

9. LLAMADA AL ORDEN

10. JURAMENTO A LA BANDERA

11. INVOCACIÓN

12. PASE
NOMINAL:

Concejales: Mark A. Breceda, Larry G. Burrola, Manuel R. García; el alcalde pro tempore Albert F. Ambriz; Alcalde H. Manuel Ortiz

13. DIVULGACIONES DE LA LEY LEY 2449
Participación remota de un miembro del órgano legislativo por causa justificada o circunstancias de emergencia

14. CAMBIOS EN LA AGENDA

15. INFORMES DE VIAJE DE LOS MIEMBROS DEL CONCEJO

16. COMENTARIOS DE UN CONCEJAL

17. INTRODUCCIÓN DE NUEVOS EMPLEADOS/PROMOCIONES
Un. Introducción de la Especialista en Oficina de Servicios Públicos Eliana Arastu B. Introducción de la técnica de la biblioteca de Irwindale, Lizette Lizardi

18. PROCLAMACIONES / PRESENTACIONES / CONDECORACIONES
Un. Reconocimiento a Linda Marez, Ciudadana del Año de Irwindale B. Reconocimientos a los estudiantes residentes de Irwindale en Las Palmas Middle School Brooklyn Carr, Autumn Duran, Emma Frymark, Riley Hickman y Darrick Kelly por su excepcional actuación en CAASPP
C. Actualización trimestral de la Cámara de Comercio

19. CALENDARIO DE CONSENTIMIENTO

February 25, 2026

Un. Órdenes de garantía / Demandas / Departamento de nóminas : Finanzas
Recomendación: Aprobar
B. Autorizar al Gerente Municipal a Aprobar Gastos de Servicios de Investigación de Personal Departamento
: Recursos Humanos
Recomendación: El Ayuntamiento autoriza un aumento de la autoridad de gasto bajo el acuerdo de servicios profesionales con Susan Woolley, Esq., por una cantidad que no exceda los 167.500 dólares, y autoriza al Gerente Municipal a aprobar los gastos relacionados necesarios para tramitar la factura final por servicios prestados.

C. Adoptar una Política Revisada de Alquiler de Instalaciones y Espacios Abiertos para el Centro Recreativo Dan Díaz, el Centro Acuático de Irwindale y el Departamento de Parques de Irwindale : Servicios Públicos
Recomendación: Adoptar la Resolución Nº 2026-10-3721, titulada "RESOLUCIÓN DEL AYUNTAMIENTO DE LA CIUDAD DE IRWINDALE DE RESCINDIR RESOLUCIÓN Nº 2024-80-3557 Y QUE ADOPTA UNA POLÍTICA REVISADA DE ALQUILER DE INSTALACIONES Y ESPACIOS ABIERTOS PARA EL CENTRO RECREATIVO DAN DÍAZ, EL CENTRO ACUÁTICO DE IRWINDALE Y LOS PARQUES IRWINDALE" solo por título, con exención de lecturas adicionales. Aprobar revisiones al formulario de Asunción de Riesgo, Exención y Liberación de Responsabilidad de Irwindale Recreation para incluir el nuevo texto que prohíbe el uso del Gimnasio Dan Diaz Recreation Center para juegos organizados y entrenamiento/entrenamiento grupal o individual durante los horarios de juego abiertos.

D. Designación de Agentes Autorizados para Actuar en nombre de la Ciudad y así obtener Asistencia Financiera de Emergencia
Departamento de Administración: Administración
Recomendación: Adoptar la Resolución Nº 2026-13-3724 titulada: "RESOLUCIÓN DEL

AYUNTAMIENTO DE LA CIUDAD DE IRWINDALE DESIGNANDO AGENTES AUTORIZADOS PARA

ACTUAR EN NOMBRE DE LA CIUDAD Y OBTENER ASISTENCIA FINANCIERA ESTATAL Y FEDERAL, Y APROBAR EL FORMULARIO CAL OES 130, 'RESOLUCIÓN DE DESIGNACIÓN DE AGENTES DEL SOLICITANTE PARA AGENCIAS NO ESTATALES'".

E. Renunciar a los procedimientos formales de licitación y autorizar la emisión de una orden de compra con la Biblioteca para la Biblioteca Pública de Irwindale Departamento de Colección de Libros del Día
de Inauguración: Biblioteca
Recomendación:

Que el Ayuntamiento de la Ciudad de Irwindale adopte la Resolución Nº 2026-14-3725 titulada, "UNA RESOLUCIÓN DEL AYUNTAMIENTO DE LA CIUDAD DE IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, QUE RENUNCIA A LOS PROCEDIMIENTOS FORMALES DE LICITACIÓN CONFORME A LA SECCIÓN

February 25, 2026

3.44.080(H) DEL CÓDIGO MUNICIPAL DE IRWINDALE, AUTORIZANDO LA EMISIÓN DE UNA ORDEN DE COMPRA A LIBRARIA PARA LA COLECCIÓN DE LIBROS DEL DÍA DE APERTURA PARA NIÑOS, ADOLESCENTES Y ADULTOS DE LA BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE IRWINDALE".

20. COMUNICACIONES ESPONTÁNEAS
Este es el tiempo reservado para que los miembros del público hablen sobre asuntos que no están en esta agenda y que están dentro de la competencia del Ayuntamiento. La ley estatal prohíbe cualquier discusión o acción del Consejo sobre dichas comunicaciones a menos que 1) el Consejo determine por mayoría que existe una catástrofe o emergencia; o 2) que el Consejo, por al menos cuatro votaciones, determine que el asunto (y la necesidad de actuar al respecto) surgió en los últimos cinco días. Dado que el Consejo no puede participar (salvo lo que se indique en el caso), se solicita que todas estas comunicaciones se hagan por escrito para incluirlas en la siguiente agenda y su plena discusión y acción . Se pide a todos los miembros del público que respeten las Normas de Procedimiento y el Decoro de las Reuniones Públicas de la Ciudad. Las Normas de Procedimiento de la Ciudad y el Decoro en las Reuniones Públicas pueden consultarse en la página web de la Ciudad y en el Capítulo 2.40 del Código Municipal de Irwindale. También puede contactar con la Oficina del Secretario Municipal para obtener copias.

Cada ponente estará limitado a 3 minutos a menos que se amplíen dichos límites de tiempo. Si un miembro del público desea donar su tiempo a otro orador, ambas deben estar físicamente presentes y asistir a la reunión. El Presidente de la Mesa podrá, a su discreción, extender el límite de tiempo de 3 minutos para el tema concreto para todos los oradores. Los grupos organizados de personas que deseen dirigirse al Consejo sobre el mismo tema deben elegir a un portavoz para representar al grupo, con el fin de evitar repeticiones innecesarias. En ningún caso el tiempo total de intervención por persona debe superar los 6 minutos por persona para el tema en cuestión.

El Consejo puede regular a un orador que hable demasiado o fuera de lugar, que sea excesivamente repetitivo, que discuta irrelevancias o que extienda asuntos que no estén dentro de su jurisdicción. Por favor, recuerda que se desaconseja la discriminación, el uso abusivo de palabrotas, la interrupción descontrolada y la conducta violenta o físicamente amenazante. Los ciudadanos no deben interrumpir el orden de la reunión. El Presidente solicitará que una persona cese cualquier conducta disruptiva y, si no se detiene de inmediato, ordenará que la persona sea apartada de la reunión.

Los comentarios públicos se escucharán en el siguiente orden:
1: Asistentes presenciales
2: Asistentes a la teleconferencia
3: Asistentes presenciales y por teleconferencia que no hayan ofrecido comentarios previamente sobre el(los) asunto(s) que está tratando el órgano legislativo

21. NUEVOS NEGOCIOS

February 25, 2026

En este momento, los miembros del público pueden pedir que se escuchen sobre un tema de Nuevos Negocios.

Un. Syserco Energy Solutions - Departamento de Revisión de Evaluación Energética : Administración
Recomendación: Recibir, presentar y dar instrucciones.

B. Solicitud de exención de tasas de comprobación de planos de construcción por parte de San Cirilo de Alejandría Departamento de la Iglesia Copta Ortodoxa : Administración
Recomendación: Que el Ayuntamiento de Irwindale discuta las opciones presentadas y proporcione orientación al personal respecto a la solicitud de exención de la tasa de inspección del plano de construcción de la Iglesia Ortodoxa Copta de San Cirilo de Alejandría:

OPCIÓN 1. Negar la solicitud de exención de cuotas de la iglesia ortodoxa copta de San Cirilo de Alejandría; o
OPCIÓN 2. Adoptar la Resolución Nº 2026-11-3722 titulada, "UNA RESOLUCIÓN DEL AYUNTAMIENTO DE LA CIUDAD DE IRWINDALE, QUE DETERMINA QUE SE CUMPLIRÍA UN PROPÓSITO PÚBLICO APROBANDO UNA EXENCIÓN DE TASAS PARA LA IGLESIA COPTA ORTODOXA DE SAN CIRILO DE ALEJANDRÍA POR TASAS DE REVISIÓN DE PLANOS DE CONSTRUCCIÓN DE $15,925,82", o
OPCIÓN 3. Proporciona una dirección alternativa al personal.

C. 1ª Lectura de la Ordenanza nº 815 - Reorganización del Departamento del Ayuntamiento : Secretario Municipal
Recomendación: Presentar para primera lectura la Ordenanza nº 815 titulada "UNA ORDENANZA DEL AYUNTAMIENTO DE LA CIUDAD DE IRWINDALE QUE MODIFICA LA SECCIÓN 2.04.050 DEL CÓDIGO MUNICIPAL DE LA CIUDAD DE IRWINDALE PARA ACTUALIZAR LOS MOTIVOS DE LA REORGANIZACIÓN DEL AYUNTAMIENTO" leyéndose solo por título y renunciando a su lectura adicional.

D. Discusión y orientación sobre la propuesta
de invocación Departamento de Política: Secretario Municipal Recomendación: Revisar y debatir la propuesta de Política de Invocación y proporcionar instrucciones al personal.

E. Revisión Financiera a mitad de año y ajustes al Departamento Presupuestario del Año Fiscal 2025- 2026
: Finanzas

February 25, 2026

Recomendación: Se recomienda que el Ayuntamiento adopte la Resolución Nº 2026-15-3726 titulada: "UNA RESOLUCIÓN DEL AYUNTAMIENTO DE LA CIUDAD DE IRWINDALE APROBANDO

AJUSTES AL PRESUPUESTO Y AUTORIZANDO LA ENMIENDA PRESUPUESTARIA AL PRESUPUESTO ADOPTADO PARA EL AÑO FISCAL 2025-2026 MEDIANTE LA ASIGNACIÓN ADICIONAL DE 424.170 DÓLARES DE LA RESERVA DEL FONDO GENERAL PARA LOS GASTOS PROPUESTOS A MITAD DE AÑO."

22. AUDIENCIAS PÚBLICAS
En este momento, los miembros del público pueden solicitar ser escuchados respecto a un tema relacionado con las Audiencias Públicas.

Un. Audiencia pública y segunda lectura y adopción de la Ordenanza nº 817 Departamento de Ingeniería
Recomendación: Que el Ayuntamiento: 1) lleve a cabo la audiencia pública debidamente notificada; 2) Ordenar al Fiscal de la Ciudad que lea el título de la Ordenanza nº 817 que modifica el Título 15 del Código Municipal de Irwindale añadiendo el Capítulo 15.05 – Código de Edificación Existente y adoptando por referencia los estándares de Edificación, Electricidad, Fontanería, Mecánica, Residencial, Construcción Ecológica y Códigos de Edificios Existentes del Condado de Los Ángeles de 2026 y Enmiendas del Condado y Ciudad Existentes, renunciar a lecturas adicionales y adoptar la ordenanza en votación nominal; y 3) ordenar al Departamento de Ingeniería que presente el la ordenanza adoptada junto con las enmiendas de la ciudad junto con los hallazgos y justificaciones ante la Comisión Estatal de Normas de Construcción.

23. INFORME DEL GERENTE MUNICIPAL

24. SOLICITUDES DE PUNTOS DEL ORDEN DEL DÍA POR PARTE DEL AYUNTAMIENTO Si un concejal está interesado en una tarea o proyecto, deberá solicitar que el punto sea agendizado en esta sección.

25. Levante la sesión

AGENCIA SUCESORA DE LA AGENCIA DE
REURBANIZACIÓN COMUNITARIA DE IRWINDALE

26. DIVULGACIONES DE LA LEY LEY 2449
Participación remota de un miembro del órgano legislativo por causa justificada o circunstancias de emergencia

27. CALENDARIO DE CONSENTIMIENTO
Un. Acta de la reunión ordinaria celebrada el 10 de diciembre de 2025 Departamento: Secretario Municipal
Recomendación: Aprobar

February 25, 2026

28. COMUNICACIONES ESPONTÁNEAS
Este es el tiempo reservado para que los miembros del público hablen sobre asuntos que no están en esta agenda. Las comunicaciones espontáneas para la Agencia Sucesora están sujetas a las mismas prohibiciones estatales y directrices municipales que se citan en la agenda del Ayuntamiento.

29. Levante la sesión

AUTORIDAD DE VIVIENDA

30. DIVULGACIONES DE LA LEY LEY 2449
Participación remota de un miembro del órgano legislativo por causa justificada o circunstancias de emergencia

31. CALENDARIO DE CONSENTIMIENTO
Un. Acta de la reunión ordinaria celebrada el 10 de diciembre de 2025 Departamento: Secretario Municipal
Recomendación: Aprobar

32. COMUNICACIONES ESPONTÁNEAS
Este es el tiempo reservado para que los miembros del público hablen sobre asuntos que no están en esta agenda. Las Comunicaciones Espontáneas para la Autoridad de Vivienda están sujetas a las mismas prohibiciones estatales y directrices municipales que se citan en la agenda del Ayuntamiento.

33. Levante la sesión
DECLARACIÓN JURADA DE PUBLICACIÓN
Yo, Laura M. Nieto, Subsecretaria Adjunta Jefe de la Ciudad, certifico que organicé que la agenda de la reunión ordinaria del Ayuntamiento, Agencia Sucesora de Irwindale de la Agencia de Reurbanización Comunitaria de Irwindale y la Autoridad de Vivienda, que se celebrará el 25 de febrero de 2026, se publique en el Ayuntamiento, la Biblioteca y la Oficina de Correos el 19 de febrero de 2026.
______________________Laura M. Nieto, MMCCuyp secretario adjunto de la ciudad

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Item #19.B.

Date: February 25, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Authorize City Manager to Approve Personnel Investigative Services Expenditures City Manager's Recommendation:

The City Council authorize an increase in expenditure authority under the professional services agreement with Susan Woolley, Esq., in an amount not to exceed $167,500, and authorize the City Manager to approve related expenditures necessary to process the final invoice for services rendered.

Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Prepared by:

Mary Hull, Human Resources/Risk Manager
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager

Background and Analysis:

In July 2025, the City Manager, on behalf of the City of Irwindale (“City”), entered into a professional services agreement with Susan Woolley, Esq., a licensed attorney specializing in employment investigations, to conduct three personnel investigations. The initial amount authorized was $30,000, which is within the City Manager’s spending authority as established by City Council Resolution No. 2019-27-3111 and pursuant to Section 2.13.040(H) of the Irwindale Municipal Code.

Due to the scope and complexity of the investigations, the services required exceeded the original authorization. On November 12, 2025, the City Council approved an increase in the agreement to $115,000 to accommodate the expanded investigative work. As final billing has been received, it is necessary to further increase the total expenditure authority to $167,500 in order to process payment of the final invoice for services rendered.

The original agreement did not reflect a maximum compensation amount. Accordingly, no amendment to the agreement is required to reflect the additional expenditure.

Fiscal Impact:

Sufficient funds are available in the Risk Management Liability Claims account to cover the additional expenditure. No additional appropriation is required.

Attachments:

None

Item #19.C.

Date: February 25, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Adopt a Revised Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale Parks
City Manager's Recommendation:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-10-3721, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2024-80-3557 AND ADOPTING A REVISED FACILITY & OPEN

SPACE RENTAL POLICY FOR THE DAN DIAZ RECREATION CENTER, IRWINDALE AQUATICS CENTER, AND IRWINDALE PARKS" by title only, with further reading waived. Approve revisions to the Irwindale Recreation's Assumption of Risk, Waiver and Release of Liability form to include the new language prohibiting the use of the Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium for organized play and group or individual coaching/training during open play times.

Administrative Action:

Submitted/Prepared by:

Elizabeth Rodriguez, Public Services Director
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Background and Analysis:

On February 7, 2024, the Parks & Recreation Commission recommended approval of the Facility & Open Space Rental Policy("Rental Policy") for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale Parks to the City Council. On March 13, 2024, City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-16-3493, entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE

ADOPTING THE FACILITY & OPEN SPACE RENTAL POLICY FOR THE DAN DIAZ RECREATION CENTER, IRWINDALE AQUATICS CENTER, AND IRWINDALE PARKS." As part of the adoption of this policy, City Council requested a flyer be distributed to all residents informing them of this new policy and its effective date, which was on May 20, 2024.

During the first three months of implementation, staff monitored the new policy and gathered feedback from the community. Based on this review, modifications to the policy were presented to the Parks & Recreation Commission and the City Council. On October 9, 2024, City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-80-3557 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE RECINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2024-16-3493 AND ADOPTING A REVISED FACILITY & OPEN

SPACE RENTAL POLICY FOR THE DAN DIAZ RECREATION CENTER, IRWINDALE AQUATICS CENTER, AND IRWINDALE PARKS," which included the following revisions:

1. All fees must be paid at the time the application is submitted in order to secure the rental, except any rental that requires approval from management/administration. All fees associated with these rentals will be paid for upon approval.

2. Change the rental fees for the new Picnic Shelter east of the Bus Turnabout and the Margaret Diaz Pavilion from the Picnic Shelter fees to the Picnic Area fees.

3. Identify the Picnic Shelter east of the Bus Turnabout as Picnic Area 4; and

4. Identify the Margaret Diaz Pavilion as Picnic Area 5; and

5. Change the word should to must under Pets and Service Animals to read as follows: All dogs must be led by a leash or chain not more than 6 feet long and under the full control of its owner or custodian. (IMC 9.16.020 A); and

6. Ensure all City employees have a City ID if they will be renting facilities as residents.

In 2025, City staff noticed an increase in the number of one-on-one basketball coaches and basketball teams using the Dan Diaz Recreation Center during open play basketball. Staff addressed the issue by placing notices in the lobby and gym floor stating these coaches and teams could not use the gym for these purposes. The Parks & Recreation Commission requested this item be placed on the September 3, 2025 agenda for their review and discussion. At this meeting, the Parks & Recreation Commission requested an additional change to the policy: to include language stating that organized teams are not allowed to conduct practices or hold games inside the Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium during open play time.

Staff revised the Rental Policy and presented it to the Parks & Recreation Commission at its regularly scheduled January 7, 2026 meeting. The Parks & Recreation Commission recommended approval of the revised Rental Policy to City Council. The additional language includes the following:
• Add definitions for Coaching/Coaches/Trainers, Organized Play, and Practice • Revise the section on the approved use of the Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium to address the issues with organized teams and coaches/trainers using the gym for organized play, practice and training.
• Add consequences for failure to comply with this section of the policy.

Additionally, the Parks & Recreation Commission requested that Irwindale Recreation's Assumption of Risk, Waiver and Release of Liability form be revised to include the new language prohibiting the use of the Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium for organized play and group or individual coaching/training during open play times.

Fiscal Impact:

None.

Attachments:

1. Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for DDRC & IAC - LIABILITY WAIVER

2. Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for DDRC & IAC - REVISED REDLINED POLICY

3. Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for DDRC & IAC - RESOLUTION

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Please list at least TWO emergency contacts. For other members of your household, you may choose to be the emergency contact I would like head of household to be listed as emergency contact for all others in household. YES NO Name: Relationship: Primary Phone #:

Email: Secondary Phone #:

Name: Relationship: Primary Phone #:

Email: Secondary Phone #:

Name: Relationship: Primary Phone #:

Email: Secondary Phone #:

Name: Relationship: Primary Phone #:

Email: Secondary Phone #:

Medical Information and/or Important Notes
(Example: allergies, custody alert, medical conditions) Name: Allergies/Medical Condition: Notes:

Name: Allergies/Medical Condition: Notes:

Name: Allergies/Medical Condition: Notes:

Name: Allergies/Medical Condition: Notes:

Are you or a family member a City of Irwindale Employee? Please note: Verification of employment may be required Employee Name: Department: Supervisors Name:

For office use only
Resident ID CARD and/or Drivers License copy must be attached Received By __________________________________________________________ Date _________________ Application Entered By__________________________________________________ Date_________________ Data Entry Verified by___________________________________________________ Date_________________ Verification of City Employee Status________________________________________Date_________________

ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
Thank you for choosing to engage yourself and/or your minor child, in a program of self-improvement through involvement in one or more programs/classes/events offered by the City of Irwindale at the Dan Diaz Recreation Center. In furtherance thereof, we request that you carefully read this document, obtaining legal assistance, if necessary, in order to fully understand all of its terms and provisions. In order to fully protect your legal rights, we request that you do not sign this document unless you do so with a full understanding of its terms and provisions.

I, ______________________________, on behalf of myself and/or minor child(ren) ________________________________, declare that, following an evaluation of my and/or my minor child’s physical condition and abilities, it is my intent to participate and/or allow my child(ren) to participate in some or all of the activities, programs, classes, use of facilities, and/or services offered by the City of Irwindale through the Irwindale Recreation Department. I understand that some or all of these activities, programs, classes, facilities, and/or services involve the use of exercise equipment or participation is strenuous activities. In that regard, I understand that each person, including myself and/or my minor child(ren), has a different ability to safely participate in such activities, classes, facilities, programs and services, and that I should consult with a medical doctor prior to my participation and/or my child(ren)’s participation. In furtherance thereof, I have evaluated my and/or my child(ren)’s physical ability to participate therein, either with or without consulting a medical doctor. Based upon such evaluation, it is my decision to go forward and participate and/or permit my child(ren) to participate and/or utilize, those activities, facilities, programs, classes and services, subject to any restrictions and/or limitations which I perceive exist with respect to my and/or my child’(ren)s physical abilities and/or past or existing state of health. In doing so, I understand that my and/or my child(ren)’s participation is entirely at my own and/or my child(ren)’s own risk and that I have not and/or my child(ren) have not been evaluated in any manner with respect to my state and/or their state of health or physical abilities, by any volunteer, employee or agent of the City of Irwindale.

I further understood that the activities, facilities, programs, classes and/or services offered by the City of Irwindale at the Dan Diaz Recreation Center may be conducted or operated by City employees and/or volunteers who may not be licensed, certified, or otherwise specifically skilled to render advice. I understand and except the fact that the skills and competency of each employee and/or volunteer will vary according to the training and experience of each and that neither the City of Irwindale, nor any of its officers, employees, agents or volunteers, make any claim whatsoever as to the abilities of said personnel. Further, I understand that neither the City of Irwindale, nor any of its officers, employees, agents or volunteers has made any representation or assessment, or recommended any treatment, with respect to any mental or physical disease or condition which I and/or my child(ren) may have, in connection with my and/or my child(ren)’s participation in the various recreation activities herein.

I have made myself aware of the nature of the activities, facilities, programs and/or services offered by the City of Irwindale through its Recreation Department. In that regard, I understand that while participating in strenuous exercise, I and/or my child(ren) may subject myself/themselves to potentially serious health risks which could result in my and/or my child(ren) suffering a serious health condition and/or death. Nevertheless, and understanding the nature of these risks, on behalf of my child(ren), hereby voluntarily assume all risks to my and/or my child(ren)’s health which could incur as a result of my and/or their participation in the activities, use of facilities, programs, classes and/or services offered by the City of Irwindale through its Recreation Department, and further, I hereby agree to hold free and harmless, waive and release, covenant not to sue the City of Irwindale or any of its officers, employees, agents, and/or volunteers, as to any and all claims for illness, bodily injury, and/or death which may accrue to me, my child, my and/or my child’s successors or heirs in interest, as a result of my and/or my child(ren)’s participation in the activities, facilities, programs, and/or services offered by the City of Irwindale Recreation Department.

I also hereby acknowledge during open-play hours, organized team activities, practices, games or instruction by individual coaches or trainers are not permitted. Organized teams or individual coaches or trainers (i.e. performance, strength and condition, exercise, etc.) are required to rent the gymnasium during non-operating hours or designated rental hours for practices and/or games. To help ensure fair access and a positive experience for everyone, steps will be taken to ensure this policy is followed and are outlined in the Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics, and Irwindale Parks.

I hereby state and represent that I have read the foregoing, that by signing this document I understand that I may be giving up important legal rights on my and my child’s behalf and that I, my child and any of my and/or my child’s successors in interest will be prevented from seeking legal damages from the City of Irwindale in the event I and/or my child incur any injury, illness or death as a result of my/their participation in the activities described herein.

Date ______________
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_____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Name of Applicant/Parent/Legal Guardian Applicant/Parent/Legal Guardian’s Signature _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Name of Co-Applicant/Parent/Legal Guardian Co-Applicant/Parent/Legal Guardian’s Signature _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Name of Minor Name of Minor
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Parent or legal guardian must sign on behalf of Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian minor participant.

01005.0001/967684.1 City of Irwindale
Facility & Open Space
Rental Policy for the Dan
Diaz Recreation Center,
Irwindale Aquatics Center,
and Irwindale Parks
REVISED FEBRUARY 25, 2026:

OCTOBER 9, 2024

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I. SCOPE
This policy will provide guidelines as it relates to the facility and open space rentals provided by and through the Dan Diaz Recreation Center and Irwindale Aquatics Center.

II. PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines that will govern the process by which staff is able rent out facilities at and through the Dan Diaz Recreation Center and Irwindale Aquatics Center.

III. DEFINITIONS
a. Applicant. The person renting the facility or open space. b. City. The City of Irwindale.
b.c. Coaching/Coaches/TrainersCoach or Trainer. An individual who has an agreement, structured partnership, or other affiliation as part of an organization that helps someone, or group of individuals, improve their skills, performance, or personal development by providing guidance, support, and feedback supports individuals or organizations in clarifying sports, including but not limited to basketball such as basketball goals, strengthening capabilities, and achieving meaningful, sustainable change. c.d. Facility. A public building or infrastructure such as the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, the Irwindale Aquatics Center, the Swimming Pool, the Picnic Shelter, Picnic Area, etc.
d.e. Irwindale Business. A business located in the City of Irwindale with a valid City of Irwindale Business License.
e.f.Non-Profit. A bona-fide 501(c) organization or government agency. f.g.Non-resident. A person that does not live in the City of Irwindale, does not have an active Resident Identification Card, is not a City of Irwindale Employee, or is not a business located in the City of Irwindale.
h. Open Space. Any City park, picnic area, grass area, plaza, basketball court, tennis court, volleyball court, etc.
i. Organized Play. Organized play as it relates to sports is structured physical activity governed by formal rules, scheduled practices or competitions, and oversight by coaches or officials, designed to develop skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

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g.j.Practice. Practice is the intentional and repeated performance of an activity to develop, improve, or maintain skills, knowledge, or proficiency. h.k. Resident Identification Card. This card is to provide a method by which City staff can accurately identify eligible residents of the City of Irwindale for the purpose of providing a variety of benefits (i.e., rentals, programs, classes, etc.). i.l. Resident. A person that lives in the City of Irwindale and has an active Resident Identification Card. A City of Irwindale Employee is also able to sign up as a resident participant and must present their employee identification card at the time of signup.
j.m. Staff. Any City employee who works at Irwindale City Hall, the Irwindale Aquatics Center, or the Dan Diaz Recreation Center.

IV. PROCEDURES
These procedures have been established by the City of Irwindale in an effort to ensure there is an established policy for facility and open space rentals that provides information on the following:
• List of Facilities for Rent; and
• Use of Facilities and Open Spaces; and
• Rental rates, with discounts for residents and non-profit organizations; and • Scheduling, changes, and cancellation; and
• Security Deposits and payment; and
• Approval of rentals; and
• Liability and insurance requirements; and
• Parking and noise; and
• Prohibited activities.; and
• Decorating; and
• Pets and service animals; and
• Facility & open space cleanup; and
• City-Sponsored Events; and
• Other Permits Required; and
• Appeals Process.

List of Facilities for Rent
There are various indoor and outdoor facilities and spaces in the City of Irwindale that are available to rent. Applications are accepted on a first come, first serve basis and must be submitted no later than one week prior to the rental. For long-term rentals, applications must be submitted 30 days prior to the first rental date. The following lists the facilities available to rent as part of this policy:

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1. Dan Diaz Recreation Center
a. Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium
b. Alfred F. Herrera Memorial Field (Softball Field)
c. Irwindale Park
i. Picnic Shelter (Near Playground)
ii. Picnic Area 1a (West of Swimming Pool)
iii. Picnic Area 1b (West of Swimming Pool)
iv. Picnic Area 2 (Adjacent to Playground)
v. Picnic Area 3 (Adjacent to outdoor Volleyball pit)
vi. Picnic Area 4 (East of the Bus Turnabout)
vii. Picnic Area 5 – Margaret Diaz Pavilion (North of Irwindale Plaza) d. Jardin de Roca Park
i. Picnic Area 1 (West of Tot Lot)
ii. Picnic Area 2 (South of Tennis Courts)

2. Irwindale Aquatics Center
a. Swimming Pool
A map of these areas is attached to this policy as Exhibit “A”.

To rent any of the City facilities or open spaces, please contact or visit the following centers as applicable:

Dan Diaz Recreation Center (626) 430-2224
16053 Calle de Paseo
Irwindale, CA 91706

Irwindale Aquatics Center (626) 430-2248
16053 Calle de Paseo
Irwindale, CA 91706
Not all rooms in a facility or open spaces are available for rental. Most open spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis. The picnic areas at Little Park of Irwindale and El Nido Park are available on a first come, first serve basis. The Picnic Shelter east of the Bus Turnabout and the Irwindale Park Trellis north of the Irwindale Plaza are available to rent. The rental fee is identified under Picnic Area in the City of Irwindale Comprehensive Schedule of Fees & Charges.

Facility Uses
The facility uses are approved for but not limited to the following:

1. Dan Diaz Recreation Center
a. Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium: Gymnasium rentals are approved in accordance with the rules and regulations for but not limited

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to Basketball, Pickleball, Volleyball, Cheer, T-ball, Whiffle ball, etc. This includes practices, games, tournaments, and competitions.

The Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium is open to the public for open play basketball and pickleball during designated times. During openplay hours, organized play, organized team activities, practices, games or instruction by individual coaches or trainers are not permitted. Organized teams or individual coaches or trainers (i.e. performance, strength and condition, exercise, etc.) are required to rent the gymnasium during nonoperating hours or designated rental hours for practice and/or games. To help ensure fair access and a positive experience for everyone, the following steps will be taken if this section of the policy is not followed:
i. 1
st Offense: Friendly reminder from Recreation Staff and a request to discontinue the activity or transition out of the gymnasium. ii. 2nd Offense: Removal from the facility for the remainder of the week and written notice of policy violation.
i.iii. 3rd Offense: Temporary suspension of gymnasium rental privileges and/or facility use for a period determined by the Public Services Director.
b. Alfred F. Herrera Memorial Field (Softball Field): The softball field rentals are primarily approved in accordance with the rules and regulations for but not limited to softball practices, games, and tournaments. However, the use of this field is approved for City-sponsored events such as flag football and soccer, and soccer and baseball as outlined in Irwindale Municipal Code Chapter 9.16.050 – Soccer in parks, and 9.16.060 Baseball (hardball) in parks.
c. Irwindale and Jardin de Roca Park: The use of these picnic shelters and areas are approved for but not limited to birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. parties; family reunions; receptions; memorials; etc. (Larger events and the use of specific equipment may require a special event, building, electrical, etc. permits).

2. Irwindale Aquatics Center
a. Swimming Pool: Rentals are approved in accordance with the rules and regulations for but not limited to pool parties, swim meets, water polo, AquaVolleyball, fitness, etc. This includes any practices, games, and tournaments.

No facility may be rented more than two times a week by the same person, organization, non-profit, or business.

Facility Rental Fees

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The rental fees are tied to the most recently approved and adopted City of Irwindale Comprehensive Schedule of Fees & Charges, which can be found on the City’s website at www.irwindaleca.gov.

Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium
Rental Fee Fee Amount Notes
Resident 25.00 Hourly, 2 Hour
Minimum
Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 75.00 Hourly, 2 Hour Minimum
Non-Resident 100.00 Hourly, 2 Hour
Minimum
Other Fees
Scoreboard/Keeper Staff Time At Cost Charged at Sr. Rec Leaders Rate
Security Deposit 200.00
Insurance (if obtained through City) At Cost Varies per Type of Event Picnic Shelter
Rental Fee Fee Amount Notes
Resident 10.00 Hourly
Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 15.00 Hourly Non-Resident (only if less than 30 days to event) 300.00 Per Day Other Fees
Security Deposit 75.00
Insurance (if obtained through City) At Cost Varies per Type of Event Picnic Area
Rental Fee Fee Amount Notes
Resident 15.00 Daily
Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 25.00 Daily
Non-Resident 35.00 Daily
Other Fees
Power Outlet Convenience Fee 15.00 Daily
Alfred F. Herrera Memorial Field (Softball Field)
Rental Fee Fee Amount Notes

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Resident 25.00 Hourly
Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 35.00 Hourly Non-Resident 50.00 Hourly
Softball Field Lighting Rental
Resident 15.00 Hourly
Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 25.00 Hourly Non-Resident 30.00 Hourly
Other Fees
Scoreboard/Keeper Staff Time At Cost Charged at Sr. Rec Leaders Hourly Rate
Security Deposit 200.00
Insurance (if obtained through City) At Cost Varies per Type of Event Swimming Pool
Rental Fee Fee Amount Notes
Resident 200.00 Hourly
Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 300.00 Hourly Non-Resident 400.00 Hourly
Other Fees
Assistant Pool Manager At Cost
Sr. Lifeguards At Cost
Security Deposit 300.00
Insurance (if obtained through City) At Cost Varies per Type of Event

Schedules, Changes, and Cancellation
For Irwindale Residents, all facility and open space rentals are available for rent up to one week prior to a planned event as long as an Application is submitted, approved, and paid for at least one week prior to the planned event (assuming no other conflicting rental Application has been submitted and approved). Any changes to the Application must be made prior to the event. Irwindale Businesses, Non-Profit Organizations, Non-Residents and long-term rentals regardless of resident, non-resident, business, or non-profit status must apply for a rental one month prior to their event and any changes to the rental must be made one week prior to the rental.

Facility and open space rentals are subject to a cancellation fee based on the number of days prior to the event the rental was cancelled. The Cancellation Fees are listed as follows:

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Cancellation Fees
Cancellation Fee: 60+ Days Prior to Event 10% 10% of Rental Fee; Charged to Security Deposit
Cancellation Fee: 6-59 Days Prior to Event 30% 30% of Rental Fee; Charged to Security Deposit
Cancellation Fee: 0-5 Days Prior to Event 100% 100% of Rental Fee; Charged to Security Deposit

Security Deposits and Payments
Security Deposits and all fees, including insurance if purchasing from the City, must be paid for at the time the application is submitted in order to secure the rental, with the exception of any rental that requires approval from management/administration. The Security Deposit and all fees associated with these rentals will be paid for upon approval. The Security Deposit will be refunded by a City check to the Applicant, or head of household, stated on the application within 30 days upon inspection of the facility and open space area(s), confirmation that no property damage was made or prohibited activities occurred, and there is no additional clean up required as a result of the event. A staff member will be assigned to verify the condition of the rental at the end of the event. The refundable security deposit is forfeited if:
a. The Facility or Open Space area is damaged in any way, including damaged, broken and/or missing equipment/picnic benches, graffiti, vandalism, or similar damage.
b. The Facility, parking lot, city vehicles or any other city-owned property is damaged or left in an unacceptable manner.
c. The Facility or Open Space area is not left properly clean. d. The Applicant or a member of the event engaged in prohibited activities as outlined in the Irwindale Municipal Code Section 9.16.020 and activities identified in the Prohibited Activities section of this policy.

Approval of Rentals
The Application, Security Deposit and all fees, including insurance if purchasing from the City, must be paid for at the time the application is submitted in order to secure the rental, with the exception of any rental that requires approval from management/administration.

All fees associated with these rentals will be paid for upon approval. The City of Irwindale may impose additional requirements as deemed necessary to protect the health, safety, and/or welfare of the community. The facility shall be used for the purpose stated in this Agreement and no other use will be permitted.

The Picnic Shelter and the Picnic Area rentals are processed through the Dan Diaz Recreation Center. Recreation Staff is authorized to process and approve Picnic Shelter and Picnic Area rentals. Rentals for the Dan Diaz Recreation Gymnasium, the Alfred F.

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Herrera Memorial Field, and the Irwindale Swimming Pool will need to be routed to and approved by the Recreation Manager/Aquatics Supervisor, Public Services Director, and the Assistant City Manager.

Any rental may be terminated for just cause.

Liability and Insurance Requirements
All uses of City facilities will be subject to the following regulations and restrictions:

A. Insurance and Indemnification.
a. When it is deemed to be in the best interest of the general public, the City will require the Applicant to furnish a Certificate of Insurance naming the City as additionally insured. The amount of the insurance shall not be less than $1,000,000 per occurrence of commercial general liability insurance. b. Insurance is also available for purchase through the City’s Insurance. Staff will obtain a quote for insurance, which is based on type of rental, type of event, and number of rental days requested:
i. Note, if insurance is purchased from the City and Applicant cancels within 15 days of rental date, insurance will be returned minus a $10.00 administrative fee.
c. To the full extent permitted by law, Applicant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees and agents (“Indemnified Parties”) against, and will hold and save them and each of them harmless from, any and all actions, either judicial, administrative, arbitration or regulatory claims, damages to persons or property, losses, costs, penalties, obligations, errors, omissions or liabilities whether actual or threatened (herein “claims or liabilities”) that may be asserted or claimed by any person, firm or entity arising out of or in connection with the use of the City’s facilities provided herein by Applicant, its guests, employees, agents, subcontractors, or invitees (“indemnors”) and in connection therewith:
i. Applicant will defend any action or actions filed in connection with any of said claims or liabilities and will pay all costs and expenses, including legal costs and attorneys’ fees incurred in connection therewith; ii. Applicant will promptly pay any judgment rendered against the City, its officers, agents or employees for any such claims or liabilities arising out of or in connection with the use of the City’s facilities provided herein by indemnors; and Applicant agrees to save and hold the City, its officers, agents, and employees harmless therefrom;
iii. In the event the City, its officers, agents or employees is made a party to any action or proceeding filed or prosecuted against Applicant for such damages or other claims arising out of or in connection with the use of the City’s facilities provided herein, Applicant agrees to pay to the City, its officers, agents or employees, any and all costs and expenses incurred by the City, its officers, agents or employees in such action or proceeding, including but not limited to, legal costs and attorneys’ fees.

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iv. Applicant shall be fully responsible to indemnify City hereunder therefore, and failure of City to monitor compliance with these provisions shall not be a waiver hereof. This indemnification includes claims or liabilities arising from use of the City’s facilities hereunder. v. The provisions of this Section do not apply to claims or liabilities occurring as a result of City’s sole negligence or willful acts or omissions, but, to the fullest extent permitted by law, shall apply to claims and liabilities resulting in part from City’s negligence, except that design professionals’ indemnity hereunder shall be limited to claims and liabilities arising out of the negligence, recklessness or willful misconduct of the design professional. The indemnity obligation shall be binding on successors and assigns of Applicant and shall survive termination of this Agreement.

B. Applicant is solely responsible for supervising all individuals at the City facility and open spaces during the event. The City is not responsible for providing this supervision.

Parking and Noise
Parking for events is limited to public parking spaces and street parking. There is absolutely no parking in any area where the curb is painted red, resident and service road driveways, the bus turnabout, emergency access gates, and the entrance to the David Fraijo Martinez Public Works Building. These areas should never be blocked by vehicles.

No parking is allowed in adjacent business parking lots.

Irwindale Municipal Code (IMC) Section 9.28 describes the regulations for noise. While music from a radio or phone with a small portable speaker is allowed, the ambient noise level should not exceed 50 decibels between the hours of 7am and 10pm, per IMC Section 9.28.30, in any City Park, Facility or Open Space. Any noise at a level which exceeds the ambient or the ambient base level as set forth above by more than 10 dB when measured at any boundary line of the property from which the noise emanates shall constitute proof of a violation.

Prohibited Activities
An extensive list of prohibited activities in the City of Irwindale Parks can be found under Irwindale Municipal Code Section 9.16.020. For the purposes of this policy, the following activities are prohibited and the applicant will forfeit their security deposit if the applicant or anyone at the event is caught engaging in such activity:
• No smoking within any City Facility including restrooms and within 20 feet of an entrance of a facility;
• No unauthorized vehicles are allowed in the park at any time, this includes loading and unloading;

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• No roping off areas or placing personal items (such as ice chests, chairs, blankets, etc.) to reserve additional picnic tables in the park that are on a first come, first serve basis;
• No amplified music (a personal radio or phone with small portable speaker is allowed), bands, DJs, carnival rides, moon bounces, tents, or animals (except on leash or Service Animals) allowed on the park grounds unless the activity is a City Sponsored event; and
• No alcohol is allowed at any parks, the Alfred F. Herrera Memorial Field, the Dan Diaz Recreation Center or the Irwindale Aquatics Center; • No gambling of any kind shall be conducted on, or in, City facilities, and the Applicant shall ensure that no disorderly or illegal conduct shall be allowed in any facility. Charitable events and/or fundraisers in support of non-profit organizations that include a “Casino Night” or similar event where no monies are wagered are excluded from this prohibition.
• No smoking within 20 feet of main entrances, exits, and operable windows of a public building/space.

The Irwindale Police Department will be contacted if the applicant or anyone in the party uses a tent, jumper, trampoline, bounce house, or moonbounce.

Decorating
Decorating is allowed in the Picnic Shelter, Picnic Areas, the Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium and the Irwindale Aquatics Center. Decorations are to be immediately taken down and removed at the end of the event. This includes but is not limited to tape, string, or other mounting mechanisms.

Pets and Service Animals
All dogs must be led by a leash or chain not more than 6 feet long and under the full control of its owner or custodian (IMC 9.16.020 A.)
Facility & Open Space Cleanup
All food, trash, decorations, etc. must be cleaned up and properly disposed of in a trash can located in the facility or open space area. If the trash can is full, the Applicant must find another trash can to use. If any taco carts, or equivalent, are used, all oil/grease must be properly disposed of and cleaned. To properly dispose of the oil, place it in a leak proof container with tightfitting lids and discard in the trash with the lid secured. Do not pour oil/grease down sinks, storm drains/grates, or on the ground. If the oil/grease is not properly disposed of, then the security deposit will be forfeited.

City-Sponsored Events/Operations

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City-Sponsored Events will take precedence over all rentals. The Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium and the Irwindale Aquatics Center’s Swimming Pool will only be available to rent outside existing hours of operation and when no events are scheduled.

No rentals at the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, Alfred F.

Herrera Memorial Field or at Irwindale Park will be approved or allowed during CitySponsored Events including but not limited to the Easter Eggstravaganza, Red, White and You BBQ, Halloween Spooktacular, Christmas Spectacular & Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony. Limited rentals will be allowed during Music in the Park and MariachiFest including but not limited to the Picnic Shelters and Picnic Areas; however, large attended rentals will not be approved during Music in the Park and MariachiFest in order to accommodate the City-Sponsored Events.

Other Permits
A Special Event Permit may be required with the City’s Community Development Department for any private event including but not limited to family reunions, corporate picnics, funerals, weddings, parties exceeding a specific number, etc. Any use of temporary equipment such as oversized tents, fencing, booths; entertainment, and the presence of vendors will require a Special Event Permit. Additional permits may also include an Amplified Sound Registration Statement Form, Building Permits, and Electrical Permits to name a few.

Appeals Process
Any determination on issues or concerns such as a forfeit of security deposit will be made to the Office of the City Manager. Appeals must be submitted in writing for consideration by the Office of the City Manager. Forms may be submitted to the Office of the City Clerk at [email protected] no later than 3 days after the event and are available at the Dan Diaz Recreation Center and Irwindale Aquatics Center. The determination of the City Manager may be appealed to the City Council in the same manner and must be received in writing by the Office of the City Clerk no later than 3 days after the determination of the City Manager.

This policy will be reviewed one year after its approval to receive feedback from the public and staff on how this policy is impacting the community.

This policy is subject to change due to a local emergency, county, or state emergency.

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Exhibit A
5 Memorial
Garden
4 Bus Turnabout
Area 4 – 4 picnic tables, east of Bus Turnabout
Area 5 – 6 picnic tables, Margaret Diaz Pavilion

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-10-3721

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE RECINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2024-80-3557 AND ADOPTING A REVISED FACILITY & OPEN

SPACE RENTAL POLICY FOR THE DAN DIAZ RECREATION CENTER, IRWINDALE AQUATICS CENTER, AND IRWINDALE PARKS.

WHEREAS, at the February 7, 2024 regularly scheduled Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting, the Commission completed a final review of the Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale parks (Rental Policy) and recommended approval to the City Council; and WHEREAS, on March 13, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024- 16-3493, entitled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Irwindale Adopting the Facility & Open Space Rental for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale Parks”; and
WHEREAS, after monitoring the policy for the past three months, revisions were required based on staff and public feedback and to provide quality customer service to all patrons; and
WHEREAS, the changes include: 1) All fees must be paid at the time the application is submitted in order to secure the rental, with the exception of any rental that requires approval from management/administration. All fees associated with these rentals will be paid for upon approval; 2) Change the rental fees for the new Picnic Shelter east of the Bus Turnabout (Picnic Area 4) and the Margaret Diaz Pavilion (Picnic Area 5) from the Picnic Shelter fees to the Picnic Area fees, which reduces the cost of the rentals to be consistent with other City Park Picnic Areas; and 3) Change the word should to must under the “Pets and Service Animals” section so the sentence reads as follows: “All dogs must be led by a leash or chain not more than 6 feet long and under the full control of its owner or custodian (IMC 9.16.020 A); and
WHEREAS, the Rental Policy provides that it shall be reviewed one year after its approval to receive feedback from the public and staff on how the Rental Policy has impacted the community; and
WHEREAS, on September 4, 2024, the Parks & Recreation Commission reviewed these revisions and recommended approval to the City Council; and WHEREAS, based on the revised recommendations from the Parks & Recreation Commission, the City Council adopted the Rental Policy on October 9, 2024 under Resolution No. 2024-80-3557, entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Irwindale Rescinding Resolution No. 2024-16-3493 and Adopting a Revised Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale Parks; and
WHEREAS, in 2025, City Staff noticed an increase in the number of one-on-one basketball coaches and organized basketball teams using the Dan Diaz Recreation

Center during open play basketball. Staff placed notices in the lobby and gym floor stating organized teams are not allowed to conduct practices or hold games inside the Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium during open play time; and
WHEREAS, the Parks & Recreation Commission requested this item be placed on the September 3, 2025 Agenda for review, discussion and potential updates. At this meeting, the Commission requested language on this issue be added to the Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale Parks; and
WHEREAS, on January 7, 2026, the Parks & Recreation Commission reviewed these revisions and recommended approval to the City Council; and WHEREAS, the changes include: 1) add definitions for
Coaching/Coaches/Trainers, Organized Play, and Practice, 2) revise the section on the approved use of the Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium to address issues with organized teams and coaches/trainers using the gym for organized play, practice and training, 3) add consequences for failure to comply with this section of the policy; and WHEREAS, based on the revised recommendations from the Parks & Recreation Commission, the City Council hereby desires to approve revisions identified above and adopt the City of Irwindale Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale parks.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby adopts the Recitals above as true and correct and incorporates them herein by reference.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby approves and adopts the City of Irwindale Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale parks (Rental Policy). City staff is hereby authorized to utilize and implement the Rental Policy, attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.

SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Resolution, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances, is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the application of any other section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Resolution, and to this end the invalid or unconstitutional section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase of this Resolution are declared to be severable. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Resolution and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, part or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, parts or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 4. The Chief Deputy City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution which shall, in turn, have immediate effect.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 25th day of February 2026. _______________________________
H. Manuel Ortiz, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES } ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE }
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026-10-3721 duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Irwindale, at a regular meeting held on the 25th day of February 2026, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
__________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

City of Irwindale
Facility & Open Space
Rental Policy for the Dan
Diaz Recreation Center,
Irwindale Aquatics Center,
and Irwindale Parks
REVISED FEBRUARY 25, 2026

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I. SCOPE
This policy will provide guidelines as it relates to the facility and open space rentals provided by and through the Dan Diaz Recreation Center and Irwindale Aquatics Center.

II. PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines that will govern the process by which staff is able rent out facilities at and through the Dan Diaz Recreation Center and Irwindale Aquatics Center.

III. DEFINITIONS
a. Applicant. The person renting the facility or open space. b. City. The City of Irwindale.
c. Coaching/Coaches/Trainers. An individual who has a structured partnership that supports individuals or organizations in clarifying sports such as basketball goals, strengthening capabilities, and achieving meaningful, sustainable change. d. Facility. A public building or infrastructure such as the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, the Irwindale Aquatics Center, the Swimming Pool, the Picnic Shelter, Picnic Area, etc.
e. Irwindale Business. A business located in the City of Irwindale with a valid City of Irwindale Business License.
f. Non-Profit. A bona-fide 501(c) organization or government agency. g. Non-resident. A person that does not live in the City of Irwindale, does not have an active Resident Identification Card, is not a City of Irwindale Employee, or is not a business located in the City of Irwindale.
h. Open Space. Any City park, picnic area, grass area, plaza, basketball court, tennis court, volleyball court, etc.
i. Organized Play. Organized play as it relates to sports is structured physical activity governed by formal rules, scheduled practices or competitions, and oversight by coaches or officials, designed to develop skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship. j. Practice. Practice is the intentional and repeated performance of an activity to develop, improve, or maintain skills, knowledge, or proficiency. k. Resident Identification Card. This card is to provide a method by which City staff can accurately identify eligible residents of the City of Irwindale for the purpose of

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providing a variety of benefits (i.e., rentals, programs, classes, etc.). l. Resident. A person that lives in the City of Irwindale and has an active Resident Identification Card. A City of Irwindale Employee is also able to sign up as a resident participant and must present their employee identification card at the time of signup.
m. Staff. Any City employee who works at Irwindale City Hall, the Irwindale Aquatics Center, or the Dan Diaz Recreation Center.

IV. PROCEDURES
These procedures have been established by the City of Irwindale in an effort to ensure there is an established policy for facility and open space rentals that provides information on the following:
• List of Facilities for Rent; and
• Use of Facilities and Open Spaces; and
• Rental rates, with discounts for residents and non-profit organizations; and • Scheduling, changes, and cancellation; and
• Security Deposits and payment; and
• Approval of rentals; and
• Liability and insurance requirements; and
• Parking and noise; and
• Prohibited activities.; and
• Decorating; and
• Pets and service animals; and
• Facility & open space cleanup; and
• City-Sponsored Events; and
• Other Permits Required; and
• Appeals Process.

List of Facilities for Rent
There are various indoor and outdoor facilities and spaces in the City of Irwindale that are available to rent. Applications are accepted on a first come, first serve basis and must be submitted no later than one week prior to the rental. For long-term rentals, applications must be submitted 30 days prior to the first rental date. The following lists the facilities available to rent as part of this policy:

1. Dan Diaz Recreation Center
a. Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium
b. Alfred F. Herrera Memorial Field (Softball Field)

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c. Irwindale Park
i. Picnic Shelter (Near Playground)
ii. Picnic Area 1a (West of Swimming Pool)
iii. Picnic Area 1b (West of Swimming Pool)
iv. Picnic Area 2 (Adjacent to Playground)
v. Picnic Area 3 (Adjacent to outdoor Volleyball pit)
vi. Picnic Area 4 (East of the Bus Turnabout)
vii. Picnic Area 5 – Margaret Diaz Pavilion (North of Irwindale Plaza) d. Jardin de Roca Park
i. Picnic Area 1 (West of Tot Lot)
ii. Picnic Area 2 (South of Tennis Courts)

2. Irwindale Aquatics Center
a. Swimming Pool
A map of these areas is attached to this policy as Exhibit “A”.

To rent any of the City facilities or open spaces, please contact or visit the following centers as applicable:

Dan Diaz Recreation Center (626) 430-2224
16053 Calle de Paseo
Irwindale, CA 91706

Irwindale Aquatics Center (626) 430-2248
16053 Calle de Paseo
Irwindale, CA 91706
Not all rooms in a facility or open spaces are available for rental. Most open spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis. The picnic areas at Little Park of Irwindale and El Nido Park are available on a first come, first serve basis. The Picnic Shelter east of the Bus Turnabout and the Irwindale Park Trellis north of the Irwindale Plaza are available to rent. The rental fee is identified under Picnic Area in the City of Irwindale Comprehensive Schedule of Fees & Charges.

Facility Uses
The facility uses are approved for but not limited to the following:

1. Dan Diaz Recreation Center
a. Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium: Gymnasium rentals are approved in accordance with the rules and regulations for but not limited to Basketball, Pickleball, Volleyball, Cheer, T-ball, Whiffle ball, etc. This includes practices, games, tournaments, and competitions.

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play hours, organized team activities, practices, games or instruction by individual coaches or trainers are not permitted. Organized teams or individual coaches or trainers (i.e. performance, strength and condition, exercise, etc.) are required to rent the gymnasium during non-operating hours or designated rental hours for practice and/or games. To help ensure fair access and a positive experience for everyone, the following steps will be taken if this section of the policy is not followed:
i. 1
st Offense: Friendly reminder from Recreation Staff and a request to discontinue the activity or transition out of the gymnasium. ii. 2nd Offense: Removal from the facility for the remainder of the week and written notice of policy violation.
iii. 3rd Offense: Temporary suspension of gymnasium rental privileges and/or facility use for a period determined by the Public Services Director.
b. Alfred F. Herrera Memorial Field (Softball Field): The softball field rentals are primarily approved in accordance with the rules and regulations for but not limited to softball practices, games, and tournaments. However, the use of this field is approved for City-sponsored events such as flag football and soccer, and soccer and baseball as outlined in Irwindale Municipal Code Chapter 9.16.050 – Soccer in parks, and 9.16.060 Baseball (hardball) in parks.
c. Irwindale and Jardin de Roca Park: The use of these picnic shelters and areas are approved for but not limited to birthday, anniversary, retirement, etc. parties; family reunions; receptions; memorials; etc. (Larger events and the use of specific equipment may require a special event, building, electrical, etc. permits).

2. Irwindale Aquatics Center
a. Swimming Pool: Rentals are approved in accordance with the rules and regulations for but not limited to pool parties, swim meets, water polo, AquaVolleyball, fitness, etc. This includes any practices, games, and tournaments.

No facility may be rented more than two times a week by the same person, organization, non-profit, or business.

Facility Rental Fees
The rental fees are tied to the most recently approved and adopted City of Irwindale Comprehensive Schedule of Fees & Charges, which can be found on the City’s website at www.irwindaleca.gov.

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Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium
Rental Fee Fee Amount Notes
Resident 25.00 Hourly, 2 Hour
Minimum
Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 75.00 Hourly, 2 Hour Minimum
Non-Resident 100.00 Hourly, 2 Hour
Minimum
Other Fees
Scoreboard/Keeper Staff Time At Cost Charged at Sr. Rec Leaders Rate
Security Deposit 200.00
Insurance (if obtained through City) At Cost Varies per Type of Event Picnic Shelter
Rental Fee Fee Amount Notes
Resident 10.00 Hourly
Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 15.00 Hourly Non-Resident (only if less than 30 days to event) 300.00 Per Day Other Fees
Security Deposit 75.00
Insurance (if obtained through City) At Cost Varies per Type of Event Picnic Area
Rental Fee Fee Amount Notes

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Resident 15.00 Daily
Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 25.00 Daily
Non-Resident 35.00 Daily
Other Fees
Power Outlet Convenience Fee 15.00 Daily
Alfred F. Herrera Memorial Field (Softball Field)
Rental Fee Fee Amount Notes
Resident 25.00 Hourly
Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 35.00 Hourly Non-Resident 50.00 Hourly
Softball Field Lighting Rental
Resident 15.00 Hourly
Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 25.00 Hourly Non-Resident 30.00 Hourly
Other Fees
Scoreboard/Keeper Staff Time At Cost Charged at Sr. Rec Leaders Hourly Rate
Security Deposit 200.00
Insurance (if obtained through City) At Cost Varies per Type of Event Swimming Pool
Rental Fee Fee Amount Notes
Resident 200.00 Hourly

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Irwindale Business/Non-Profit Organization 300.00 Hourly Non-Resident 400.00 Hourly
Other Fees
Assistant Pool Manager At Cost
Sr. Lifeguards At Cost
Security Deposit 300.00
Insurance (if obtained through City) At Cost Varies per Type of Event

Schedules, Changes, and Cancellation
For Irwindale Residents, all facility and open space rentals are available for rent up to one week prior to a planned event as long as an Application is submitted, approved, and paid for at least one week prior to the planned event (assuming no other conflicting rental Application has been submitted and approved). Any changes to the Application must be made prior to the event. Irwindale Businesses, Non-Profit Organizations, Non-Residents and long-term rentals regardless of resident, non-resident, business, or non-profit status must apply for a rental one month prior to their event and any changes to the rental must be made one week prior to the rental.

Facility and open space rentals are subject to a cancellation fee based on the number of days prior to the event the rental was cancelled. The Cancellation Fees are listed as follows:

Cancellation Fees
Cancellation Fee: 60+ Days Prior to Event 10% 10% of Rental Fee; Charged to Security Deposit
Cancellation Fee: 6-59 Days Prior to Event 30% 30% of Rental Fee; Charged to Security Deposit
Cancellation Fee: 0-5 Days Prior to Event 100% 100% of Rental Fee; Charged to Security Deposit

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Security Deposits and Payments
Security Deposits and all fees, including insurance if purchasing from the City, must be paid for at the time the application is submitted in order to secure the rental, with the exception of any rental that requires approval from management/administration. The Security Deposit and all fees associated with these rentals will be paid for upon approval. The Security Deposit will be refunded by a City check to the Applicant, or head of household, stated on the application within 30 days upon inspection of the facility and open space area(s), confirmation that no property damage was made or prohibited activities occurred, and there is no additional clean up required as a result of the event. A staff member will be assigned to verify the condition of the rental at the end of the event. The refundable security deposit is forfeited if:
a. The Facility or Open Space area is damaged in any way, including damaged, broken and/or missing equipment/picnic benches, graffiti, vandalism, or similar damage.
b. The Facility, parking lot, city vehicles or any other city-owned property is damaged or left in an unacceptable manner.
c. The Facility or Open Space area is not left properly clean. d. The Applicant or a member of the event engaged in prohibited activities as outlined in the Irwindale Municipal Code Section 9.16.020 and activities identified in the Prohibited Activities section of this policy.

Approval of Rentals
The Application, Security Deposit and all fees, including insurance if purchasing from the City, must be paid for at the time the application is submitted in order to secure the rental, with the exception of any rental that requires approval from management/administration.

All fees associated with these rentals will be paid for upon approval. The City of Irwindale may impose additional requirements as deemed necessary to protect the health, safety, and/or welfare of the community. The facility shall be used for the purpose stated in this Agreement and no other use will be permitted.

The Picnic Shelter and the Picnic Area rentals are processed through the Dan Diaz Recreation Center. Recreation Staff is authorized to process and approve Picnic Shelter and Picnic Area rentals. Rentals for the Dan Diaz Recreation Gymnasium, the Alfred F.

Herrera Memorial Field, and the Irwindale Swimming Pool will need to be routed to and approved by the Recreation Manager/Aquatics Supervisor, Public Services Director, and the Assistant City Manager.

Any rental may be terminated for just cause.

Liability and Insurance Requirements
All uses of City facilities will be subject to the following regulations and restrictions:

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A. Insurance and Indemnification.
a. When it is deemed to be in the best interest of the general public, the City will require the Applicant to furnish a Certificate of Insurance naming the City as additionally insured. The amount of the insurance shall not be less than $1,000,000 per occurrence of commercial general liability insurance. b. Insurance is also available for purchase through the City’s Insurance. Staff will obtain a quote for insurance, which is based on type of rental, type of event, and number of rental days requested:
i. Note, if insurance is purchased from the City and Applicant cancels within 15 days of rental date, insurance will be returned minus a $10.00 administrative fee.
c. To the full extent permitted by law, Applicant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees and agents (“Indemnified Parties”) against, and will hold and save them and each of them harmless from, any and all actions, either judicial, administrative, arbitration or regulatory claims, damages to persons or property, losses, costs, penalties, obligations, errors, omissions or liabilities whether actual or threatened (herein “claims or liabilities”) that may be asserted or claimed by any person, firm or entity arising out of or in connection with the use of the City’s facilities provided herein by Applicant, its guests, employees, agents, subcontractors, or invitees (“indemnors”) and in connection therewith:
i. Applicant will defend any action or actions filed in connection with any of said claims or liabilities and will pay all costs and expenses, including legal costs and attorneys’ fees incurred in connection therewith; ii. Applicant will promptly pay any judgment rendered against the City, its officers, agents or employees for any such claims or liabilities arising out of or in connection with the use of the City’s facilities provided herein by indemnors; and Applicant agrees to save and hold the City, its officers, agents, and employees harmless therefrom;
iii. In the event the City, its officers, agents or employees is made a party to any action or proceeding filed or prosecuted against Applicant for such damages or other claims arising out of or in connection with the use of the City’s facilities provided herein, Applicant agrees to pay to the City, its officers, agents or employees, any and all costs and expenses incurred by the City, its officers, agents or employees in such action or proceeding, including but not limited to, legal costs and attorneys’ fees. iv. Applicant shall be fully responsible to indemnify City hereunder therefore, and failure of City to monitor compliance with these provisions shall not be a waiver hereof. This indemnification includes claims or liabilities arising from use of the City’s facilities hereunder. v. The provisions of this Section do not apply to claims or liabilities occurring as a result of City’s sole negligence or willful acts or omissions, but, to the fullest extent permitted by law, shall apply to claims and liabilities resulting in part from City’s negligence, except that design professionals’ indemnity hereunder shall be limited to claims and

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liabilities arising out of the negligence, recklessness or willful misconduct of the design professional. The indemnity obligation shall be binding on successors and assigns of Applicant and shall survive termination of this Agreement.

B. Applicant is solely responsible for supervising all individuals at the City facility and open spaces during the event. The City is not responsible for providing this supervision.

Parking and Noise
Parking for events is limited to public parking spaces and street parking. There is absolutely no parking in any area where the curb is painted red, resident and service road driveways, the bus turnabout, emergency access gates, and the entrance to the David Fraijo Martinez Public Works Building. These areas should never be blocked by vehicles.

No parking is allowed in adjacent business parking lots.

Irwindale Municipal Code (IMC) Section 9.28 describes the regulations for noise. While music from a radio or phone with a small portable speaker is allowed, the ambient noise level should not exceed 50 decibels between the hours of 7am and 10pm, per IMC Section 9.28.30, in any City Park, Facility or Open Space. Any noise at a level which exceeds the ambient or the ambient base level as set forth above by more than 10 dB when measured at any boundary line of the property from which the noise emanates shall constitute proof of a violation.

Prohibited Activities
An extensive list of prohibited activities in the City of Irwindale Parks can be found under Irwindale Municipal Code Section 9.16.020. For the purposes of this policy, the following activities are prohibited and the applicant will forfeit their security deposit if the applicant or anyone at the event is caught engaging in such activity:
• No smoking within any City Facility including restrooms and within 20 feet of an entrance of a facility;
• No unauthorized vehicles are allowed in the park at any time, this includes loading and unloading;
• No roping off areas or placing personal items (such as ice chests, chairs, blankets, etc.) to reserve additional picnic tables in the park that are on a first come, first serve basis;
• No amplified music (a personal radio or phone with small portable speaker is allowed), bands, DJs, carnival rides, moon bounces, tents, or animals (except on leash or Service Animals) allowed on the park grounds unless the activity is a City Sponsored event; and
• No alcohol is allowed at any parks, the Alfred F. Herrera Memorial Field, the Dan Diaz Recreation Center or the Irwindale Aquatics Center;

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• No gambling of any kind shall be conducted on, or in, City facilities, and the Applicant shall ensure that no disorderly or illegal conduct shall be allowed in any facility. Charitable events and/or fundraisers in support of non-profit organizations that include a “Casino Night” or similar event where no monies are wagered are excluded from this prohibition.
• No smoking within 20 feet of main entrances, exits, and operable windows of a public building/space.

The Irwindale Police Department will be contacted if the applicant or anyone in the party uses a tent, jumper, trampoline, bounce house, or moonbounce.

Decorating
Decorating is allowed in the Picnic Shelter, Picnic Areas, the Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium and the Irwindale Aquatics Center. Decorations are to be immediately taken down and removed at the end of the event. This includes but is not limited to tape, string, or other mounting mechanisms.

Pets and Service Animals
All dogs must be led by a leash or chain not more than 6 feet long and under the full control of its owner or custodian (IMC 9.16.020 A.)
Facility & Open Space Cleanup
All food, trash, decorations, etc. must be cleaned up and properly disposed of in a trash can located in the facility or open space area. If the trash can is full, the Applicant must find another trash can to use. If any taco carts, or equivalent, are used, all oil/grease must be properly disposed of and cleaned. To properly dispose of the oil, place it in a leak proof container with tightfitting lids and discard in the trash with the lid secured. Do not pour oil/grease down sinks, storm drains/grates, or on the ground. If the oil/grease is not properly disposed of, then the security deposit will be forfeited.

City-Sponsored Events/Operations
City-Sponsored Events will take precedence over all rentals. The Dan Diaz Recreation Center Gymnasium and the Irwindale Aquatics Center’s Swimming Pool will only be available to rent outside existing hours of operation and when no events are scheduled.

No rentals at the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, Alfred F.

Herrera Memorial Field or at Irwindale Park will be approved or allowed during CitySponsored Events including but not limited to the Easter Eggstravaganza, Red, White and You BBQ, Halloween Spooktacular, Christmas Spectacular & Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony. Limited rentals will be allowed during Music in the Park and MariachiFest including but not limited to the Picnic Shelters and Picnic Areas; however, large attended

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rentals will not be approved during Music in the Park and MariachiFest in order to accommodate the City-Sponsored Events.

Other Permits
A Special Event Permit may be required with the City’s Community Development Department for any private event including but not limited to family reunions, corporate picnics, funerals, weddings, parties exceeding a specific number, etc. Any use of temporary equipment such as oversized tents, fencing, booths; entertainment, and the presence of vendors will require a Special Event Permit. Additional permits may also include an Amplified Sound Registration Statement Form, Building Permits, and Electrical Permits to name a few.

Appeals Process
Any determination on issues or concerns such as a forfeit of security deposit will be made to the Office of the City Manager. Appeals must be submitted in writing for consideration by the Office of the City Manager. Forms may be submitted to the Office of the City Clerk at [email protected] no later than 3 days after the event and are available at the Dan Diaz Recreation Center and Irwindale Aquatics Center. The determination of the City Manager may be appealed to the City Council in the same manner and must be received in writing by the Office of the City Clerk no later than 3 days after the determination of the City Manager.

This policy will be reviewed one year after its approval to receive feedback from the public and staff on how this policy is impacting the community.

This policy is subject to change due to a local emergency, county, or state emergency.

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Exhibit A
5 Memorial
Garden
4 Bus Turnabout
Area 4 – 4 picnic tables, east of Bus Turnabout
Area 5 – 6 picnic tables, Margaret Diaz Pavilion

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Item #19.D.

Date: February 25, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Designation of Authorized Agents to Act on behalf of the City to Obtain Emergency Financial Assistance
City Manager's Recommendation:

Adopt Resolution No. 2026-13-3724 entitled: “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

IRWINDALE DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED AGENTS TO ACT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY TO OBTAIN STATE AND FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, AND APPROVE CAL OES FORM 130, 'DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION FOR NON-STATE AGENCIES'".

Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager
Prepared by:

Berlyn Aguila, Management Analyst
Reviewed by:

Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager

Background and Analysis:

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) provide local jurisdictions with specific guidelines for managing and administering disaster assistance programs. These guidelines detail activities and expenditures that are allowable under their respective programs established by the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act of 1988 (Stafford Act) and the California Disaster Assistance Act (CDAA).

To participate in the disaster assistance programs, the City Council must designate agents authorized to act on behalf of the City to obtain State and Federal financial assistance through the disaster assistance programs. In addition, the Office of Emergency Services recommends maintaining a current Resolution every three (3) years to mitigate funding delays during a crisis.

The City Council previously adopted Cal OES Form 130, or Designation of Applicant’s Agent Resolution for Non-State Agencies, on March 22, 2023. The Resolution is effective for all open and future disasters up to three (3) years following the approval date. Therefore, an updated Form 130 and active Resolution are required before the City receives reimbursement for emergency services. Staff recommends that the City Manager, Chief of Police, and Finance Director/City Treasurer each be authorized to act on behalf of the City for this purpose.

Fiscal Impact:

There is no fiscal impact. However, the adoption of the Resolution is a requirement by Cal OES for the City to be eligible for State and Federal financial assistance during an emergency.

Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 2026-13-3724

2. Cal OES Form 130

Resolution No. 2026-13-3724

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-13-3724

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE,

CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING AUTHORIZED AGENTS TO ACT ON BEHALF

OF THE CITY TO OBTAIN STATE AND FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE WHEREAS, The City Council of the City of Irwindale desires to appoint and authorize agents of the City to apply for reimbursement for disaster-related expenditures under the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) disaster assistance programs; and
WHEREAS, An updated Form 130 and an active Resolution are required before the City receives reimbursement for emergency assistance; and WHEREAS, The City Council designates the City Manager, Chief of Police, or Finance Director/City Treasurer as authorized agents to act on the City’s behalf for the purpose of obtaining State and Federal Financial Assistance.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. The City Manager, Chief of Police, or Finance Director/City Treasurer are hereby authorized to execute for and on behalf of the City of Irwindale, a public entity established under the laws of the State of California, the financial assistance application and filing with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services to obtain certain federal financial assistance under Public Law 93-288 as amended by the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act of 1988, and/or state financial assistance under the California Disaster Assistance Act.

SECTION 3. The City of Irwindale, a public entity established under the laws of the State of California, hereby authorizes its agent(s) to provide to the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, for all matters pertaining to such state disaster assistance, the assurances and agreements required.

SECTION 4. The Resolution is effective for all open and future disasters up to three (3) years following the approval date.

SECTION 5. The Chief Deputy City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this resolution, which shall, in turn, have immediate effect.

Resolution No. 2026-13-3724

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 25th day of February 2026. __________________________
H. Manuel Ortiz, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES } ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE }
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026-13-3724 was adopted at a regular meeting of the Irwindale City Council held on the 25th day of February 2026, by the following vote of the Council:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

_________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION FOR NON-STATE AGENCIES

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE OF THE
(Governing Body) (Name of Applicant)

THAT , OR
(Title of Authorized Agent)
, OR
(Title of Authorized Agent)
(Title of Authorized Agent)
is hereby authorized to execute for and on behalf of the , (Name of Applicant)
a public entity established under the laws of the State of California, this application and to file it with the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for the purpose of obtaining federal financial assistance for any existing or future grant program, including, but not limited to any of the following:
- Federally declared Disaster (DR), Fire Mitigation Assistance Grant (FMAG), California State Only Disaster (CDAA), Immediate Services Program (ISP), Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC), Legislative Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program (LPDM), under - Public Law 93-288 as amended by the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act of 1988, and/or state financial assistance under the California Disaster Assistance Act.
- Flood Mitigation Assistance Program (FMA), under Section 1366 of the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968.
- National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP) 42 U.S. Code 7704 (b) ((2) (A) (ix) and 42 U.S. Code 7704 (b) (2) (B) National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program, and also The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018, Div. F, Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2018, Pub. L. No. 115-141 - California Early Earthquake Warning (CEEW) under CA Gov Code – Gov, Title 2, Div. 1, Chapter 7, Article 5, Sections 8587.8, 8587.11, 8587.12 That the , a public entity established under the
(Name of Applicant)
laws of the State of California, hereby authorizes its agent(s) to provide to the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for all matters pertaining to such state disaster assistance the assurances and agreements required.

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION

NON-STATE AGENCIES
OES-FPD-130 (Rev. 10-2022)

RECOVERY DIRECTORATE

FINANCIAL PROCESSING DIVISION
Cal OES ID No: _____________
Rev. 10-2022 Page 1 of 4 OES-FPD-130
City Council City of Irwindale City Manager Chief of Police Finance Director/City Treasurer City of Irwindale City of Irwindale Page 69 of 645 Please check the appropriate box below
This is a universal resolution and is effective for all open and future disasters/grants declared up to three (3) years following the date of approval.

This is a disaster/grant specific resolution and is effective for only disaster/grant number(s):

Passed and approved this __day of , 20
(Name and Title of Governing Body Representative)
(Name and Title of Governing Body Representative)
(Name and Title of Governing Body Representative)

CERTIFICATION
I, , duly appointed and of
(Name) (Title)
, do hereby certify that the above is a true and
(Name of Applicant)
correct copy of a resolution passed and approved by the (Governing Body)
of the on the day of , 20 .
(Name of Applicant)
(Signature) (Title)

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION

NON-STATE AGENCIES
OES-FPD-130 (Rev. 10-2022)

RECOVERY DIRECTORATE

FINANCIAL PROCESSING DIVISION
Rev. 10-2022 Page 2 of 4 OES-FPD-130
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25 February 26 H. Manuel Ortiz, Mayor Albert F. Ambriz, Mayor Pro-Tem Larry G. Burrola, Mark A. Breceda, Manuel R. Garcia, Councilmembers Laura M. Nieto Chief Deputy City Clerk City of Irwindale City Council City of Irwindale 25 February 26 Chief Deputy City ClerkPage 70 of 645 Cal OES Form 130 Instructions
A Designation of Applicant’s Agent Resolution for Non-State Agencies is required of all Applicants to be eligible to receive funding. A new resolution must be submitted if a previously submitted resolution is older than three (3) years from the last date of approval, is invalid, or has not been submitted.

When completing the Cal OES Form 130, Applicants should fill in the blanks on pages 1 and 2. The blanks are to be filled in as follows:

Resolution Section:

Governing Body: This is the group responsible for appointing and approving the Authorized Agents.

Examples include: Board of Directors, City Council, Board of Supervisors, Board of Education, etc.

Name of Applicant: The public entity established under the laws of the State of California.

Examples include: School District, Office of Education, City, County or Non-profit agency that has applied for the grant, such as: City of San Diego, Sacramento County, Burbank Unified School District, Napa County Office of Education, University Southern California.

Authorized Agent: These are the individuals that are authorized by the Governing Body to engage with the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services regarding grants for which they have applied.

There are two ways of completing this section:

1. Titles Only: The titles of the Authorized Agents should be entered here, not their names. This allows the document to remain valid if an Authorized Agent leaves the position and is replaced by another individual. If “Titles Only” is the chosen method, this document must be accompanied by either a cover letter naming the Authorized Agents by name and title, or the Cal OES AA Names document. The supporting document can be completed by any authorized person within the Agency (e.g., administrative assistant, the Authorized Agent, secretary to the Director). It does not require the Governing Body’s signature.

2. Names and Titles: If the Governing Body so chooses, the names and titles of the Authorized Agents would be listed. A new Cal OES Form 130 will be required if any of the Authorized Agents are replaced, leave the position listed on the document, or their title changes.

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION

NON-STATE AGENCIES
OES-FPD-130 (Rev. 10-2022)

RECOVERY DIRECTORATE

FINANCIAL PROCESSING DIVISION
Rev. 10-2022 OES-FPD-130 Page 3 of 4

Checking Universal or Disaster-Specific Box: A Universal resolution is effective for all past disasters and for those declared up to three (3) years following the date of approval. Upon expiration it is no longer effective for new disasters, but it remains in effect for disasters declared prior to expiration. It remains effective until the disaster goes through closeout unless it is superseded by a newer resolution.

Governing Body Representative: These are the names and titles of the approving Board Members.

Examples include: Chairman of the Board, Director, Superintendent, etc. The names and titles cannot be one of the designated Authorized Agents. A minimum of three (3) approving board members must be listed. If less than three are present, meeting minutes must be attached in order to verify a quorum was met.

Certification Section:

Name and Title: This is the individual in attendance who recorded the creation and approval of this resolution.

Examples include: City Clerk, Secretary to the Board of Directors, County Clerk, etc. This person cannot be one of the designated Authorized Agents or Approving Board Member. If a person holds two positions (such as City Manager and Secretary to the Board) and the City Manager is to be listed as an Authorized Agent, then that person could sign the document as Secretary to the Board (not City Manager) to eliminate “Self-Certification.”

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES

DESIGNATION OF APPLICANT'S AGENT RESOLUTION

NON-STATE AGENCIES
OES-FPD-130 (Rev. 10-2022)

RECOVERY DIRECTORATE

FINANCIAL PROCESSING DIVISION
Rev. 10-2022 Page 4 of 4 OES-FPD-130

Item #19.E.

Date: February 25, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Waive the Formal Bidding Procedures and Authorize the Issuance of a Puchase Order with Libraria for the Irwindale Public Library Opening Day Book Collection City Manager's Recommendation:

That the City Council of the City of Irwindale adopt Resolution No. 2026-14-3725 entitled, "A

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, WAIVING FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES PURSUANT TO IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3.44.080(H),

AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A PURCHASE ORDER TO LIBRARIA FOR THE CHILDREN, TEEN, AND ADULT OPENING DAY BOOK COLLECTION FOR THE IRWINDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY ".

Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager
Prepared by:

Shayna Balli, City Librarian
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Background and Analysis:

In preparation for the opening of the new Irwindale Public Library, staff has developed a comprehensive Opening Day Collection to ensure a functional, engaging, and relevant selection of materials is available immediately upon opening. The collection is designed to satisfy patron needs by ensuring availability of popular titles, bestselling works, and other high-interest materials to encourage strong initial circulation and community engagement.

On October 6, 2025, Baker & Taylor (B&T), a distributor of books to public and academic libraries and a longstanding supplier of books to Irwindale Public Library, announced that the company would be winding down operations and would shut down by the beginning of 2026, canceling all existing orders and agreements including those associated with the Library’s Opening Day Collection.

As a result, staff acted immediately to secure an alternative vendor capable of meeting the Library’s required timeline. Staff conducted due diligence by contacting multiple book distributors and soliciting project quotes. However, due to the B&T’s closure, many distributors, nationwide, were unable to accept new accounts or meet the required timeline the City was looking for due to a significant influx of requests from libraries across the country. Despite these challenges, staff successfully established a new partnership with Libraria, which not only provides a vast, curated selection of books suitable for libraries, they are also known for providing rapid delivery with outstanding fill rates which, combined, will help procure all materials required for the Library’s Opening Day Collection and maintain the project schedule.

Irwindale Municipal Code (“IMC”) Section 3.44.080(H) states that the bidding process can be waived "when the city council determines by resolution it would be in the best interest of the city to dispense with bidding; provided, however, that the city council shall state the basis of its determination." It is in the best interest of the City of Irwindale to dispense with formal bidding as Libraria is the only distributor able to provide materials for the Library's Opening Day Collection in time for the opening of the Library.

Fiscal Impact:

The FY 2025-2026 adopted budget includes a Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project No. 8251 for Phase II of the City of Irwindale Public Library Improvement, which can be used for this Opening Day Collection expenditure of $142,422.43.

Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 2026-14-3725

2. Attachment "A"

Resolution No. 2026-14-3725

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-14-3725

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE,

CALIFORNIA, WAIVING FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES PURSUANT TO IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3.44.080(H), AUTHORIZING THE

ISSUANCE OF A PURCHASE ORDER TO LIBRARIA FOR THE CHILDREN,

TEEN AND ADULT OPENING DAY BOOK COLLECTION FOR THE

IRWINDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY
WHEREAS, the Irwindale Public Library is currently under construction and will require books for the opening day book collection, including children, teen, and adult books; and
WHEREAS, Irwindale Municipal Code Section 3.44.080(H), outlines that bidding may be waived "when the city council determines by resolution it would be in the best interest of the city to dispense with bidding; provided, however, that the city council shall state the basis of its determination"; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Irwindale hereby determines that it is in the best interest of the City of Irwindale to dispense with formal bidding, as Libraria is the only distributor who is able to accept Irwindale as a new client and provide the required books and materials in time for the opening of the Irwindale Public Library.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby finds the Recitals above true and correct and incorporates them herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. The City Council of the City of Irwindale hereby waives the formal bidding process pursuant to Irwindale Municipal Code Section 3.44.080(H) and approves Libraria as the book distributor able to accept Irwindale as a new client and provide the required books and materials in time for the opening of the Irwindale Public Library.

SECTION 3. The City Council of the City of Irwindale hereby authorizes the Assistant City Manager to execute a Purchase Order for Libraria in an amount not to exceed $142,422.43 (Attachment “A”).

Resolution No. 2026-14-3725

SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phase, or portion of this Resolution, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances, is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the application of any other section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Resolution, and to this end the invalid or unconstitutional section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase of this Resolution are declared to be severable. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Resolution and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, part or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, parts or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 5. This Resolution shall take effect immediately and the Chief Deputy City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 25th day of February 2026. .
__________________________
H. Manuel Ortiz, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

Resolution No. 2026-06-3717

STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES } ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE }
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026-14-3725 duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Irwindale, at a regular meeting held on the 25th day of February 2026, by the following vote:

YES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
__________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

Item #21.A.

Date: February 25, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Syserco Energy Solutions- Energy Assessment Review City Manager's Recommendation:

Receive, file, and provide direction.

Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Prepared by:

Iris Espino, Assistant to the City Manager
Reviewed by:

Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Background and Analysis:

On October 6, 2025, the city council unanimously approved the city's entry into a Non-Binding Letter of Intent (LOI) with CIOproUSA-GreenRock-Syserco (SES) for an Energy Services Agreement under California Government Code § 4217, and a Notice to Proceed for a NO-COST Investment-Grade Audit.

Over the past few months, SES has worked with city staff to identify specific energy conservation measures, cost savings, and potential funding mechanisms. Following completion of their walkthrough, audit, and analysis of city facilities, SES has identified areas and equipment for energyefficiency measures.

SES is here tonight to present their findings to the council, and staff seeks direction following the council's discussion.

Fiscal Impact:

There is no fiscal impact at this time. Any future implementation of energy efficiency measures would be brought back to the City Council for separate review and approval.

Attachments:

None

Item #21.B.

Date: February 25, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager
Issue: Building Plan Check Fee Waiver Request by Saint Cyril of Alexandria Coptic Orthodox Church
City Manager's Recommendation:

That the Irwindale City Council discuss the options presented and provide direction to staff regarding the Saint Cyril of Alexandria Coptic Orthodox Church's Building Plan Check Fee Waiver Request:

OPTION 1. Deny Saint Cyril of Alexandria Coptic Orthodox Church building plan check fee waiver request; or
OPTION 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-11-3722 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, FINDING THAT A PUBLIC PURPOSE WOULD BE SERVED BY APPROVING A FEE

WAIVER TO SAINT CYRIL OF ALEXANDRIA COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH FOR BUILDING PLAN CHECK FEES OF $15,925.82", or
OPTION 3. Provide alternative direction to staff.

Administrative Action:

Submitted/Prepared by:

Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Background and Analysis:

On February 11, 2026, staff presented Father Bishoy Brownfield of Saint Cyril of Alexandria Coptic Orthodox Church's ("Applicant"), located at 5116 Irwindale Avenue, Irwindale, CA ("Property"), Application for Fee Adjustment of City building plan check fees. The City Council directed staff to provide additional information relating to building plan check fees and / or building permit fees previously waived by the City Council.

Based on staff's research, the following fee waivers were approved by the City Council (these fee waivers do not include Special Event Permit Fee Waivers or Use of City Facilities Fee Waivers):

Description Fee Waiver
Requested
Fee Waiver
Approved
Cory's Kitchen - Conditional Use
Permit
$1,136.70 $1,136.70
Kare Youth League - Plan Check and
Building Permit Fee for street signage
and backstops
$4,164.50 $2,082.50
Parents' Place - Conditional Use
Permit
$1,184.70 $1,184.70
Dan Diaz - Tentative Parcel Map and
Variance
$1,862.00 $1,862.00
David Martinez - Tentative Parcel Map $1,500.00 $1,500.00 Gregoria Perez - Tentative Parcel Map $3,000.00 $3,000.00 Our Lady of Guadalupe Church -
Building/Plan Check Permit Fee
Waiver for a church sign
$316.43 $316.43
Staff has verified that the applicant's fee waiver request meets the criteria identified in the City of Irwindale Fee Adjustment Policy.

Options:

The Irwindale City Council may consider the following options:

OPTION 1. Deny Saint Cyril of Alexandria Coptic Orthodox Church building plan check fee waiver request; or
OPTION 2. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-11-3722 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF IRWINDALE FINDING THAT A PUBLIC PURPOSE WOULD BE SERVED BY APPROVING A FEE

WAIVER TO SAINT CYRIL OF ALEXANDRIA COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH FOR BUILDING PLAN CHECK

FEES OF $15,925.82", or
OPTION 3. Provide alternative direction to staff.

Fiscal Impact:

Should the Council approve this fee waiver request, the City is foregoing its portion of the building plan check fee it would have received for a total of $15,925.82.

Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 2026-11-3722

2. Saint Cyril of Alexandria Coptic Orthodox Church Request

3. Fee Adjustment Policy

Resolution No. 2026-11-3722

RESOLUTION 2026-11-3722

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE,

FINDING THAT A PUBLIC PURPOSE WOULD BE SERVED BY APPROVING

A FEE WAIVER TO SAINT CYRIL OF ALEXANDRIA COPTIC ORTHODOX CHURCH FOR BUILDING PLAN CHECK FEES OF $15,925.82
WHEREAS, on June 20, 2005, the City Council of the City of Irwindale approved a Fee Adjustment Policy (“Policy”) to provide financial relief for some of the City fees and encourage individuals to improve their properties; and
WHEREAS, on February 2, 2026, the City Manager’s office received an application for fee adjustment from Saint Cyril of Alexandria Coptic Church (“Applicant”), property owner of 5116 Irwindale Avenue, Irwindale, CA 91706 (“Property”); WHEREAS, the building on the Property is more than 120 years old and requires a new roof and seismic retrofit of the building to ensure the structural integrity of the building; and WHEREAS, the Applicant’s request meets the criteria established in the Policy; and WHEREAS, the Owner has provided a copy of the invoice for the Building Plan check Fees of $15,925.82; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Irwindale finds that the $15,925.82 fee waiver to the Applicant serves a valid public purpose of providing a benefit to the community by improvement of property within the City, consistent with the City’s Fee Adjustment Policy.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby finds the Recitals above true and correct and incorporates them herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby finds that that the building plan check fee waiver of $15,925.82 to Saint Cyril of Alexandria Coptic Orthodox Church serves a valid public purpose of providing a benefit to the community by improvement of property within the City, consistent with the City’s Fee Adjustment Policy, by assisting with the physical preservation of a local landmark in the City of Irwindale and local region.

SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phase, or portion of this Resolution, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances, is, for any reason, held invalid or unconstitutional by any court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the application of any other section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Resolution, and to this end the invalid or unconstitutional section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase of this Resolution are declared to be severable.

The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Resolution and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, part or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any

Resolution No. 2026-11-3722

one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, parts or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 4. This Resolution shall take effect immediately and the Chief Deputy City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this Resolution.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 11th day of February 2026 __________________________
H. Manuel Ortiz, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES } ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE }
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026-11-3722 was adopted at a regular meeting of the Irwindale City Council held on the 11th day of February 2026, by the following vote of the Council:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
_________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

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COUNCIL Aug.:NDA
ITEM \
JUN I 5 205

AGENDA REPORT
Date: June 20, 2005
To: Mayor and Council Members
From: Steve Blancarte, City Manager
Issue: Fee Waiver Policy
City Manager's Recommendation:

Adopt the Fee Waiver Policy.

Analysis:

It is necessary for the City to have a policy on fee waivers. As such, the City Attorney has prepared the attached policy for City Council consideration.

Fiscal Impact: (Initial of CFO)
Legal Impact: (Initial of Legal Counsel)
Prepared By/Contact Person: Steve Blancarte, City Manager Phone: 430-2202
Steve Blancarte, City Manager
Attachment

City of Irwindale
Fee Adjustment Policy
The City of Irwindale would like to encourage investment in community events, as well as development and improvements to facilities used by local, not-for-profit or charitable organizations which cater to the residents and businesses of the City. To achieve this goal, the City is implementing this Fee Adjustment Policy to provide cost reduction for those non-profit organization applicants, which are taking action to improve and develop their properties and/or the community. Additionally, the City would like to encourage individuals to improve their residential properties and acknowledges that certain incentives may be necessary to accomplish certain improvements, such as adjustments to applicable permit fees. This policy is based on the premise that, in exchange for improvements to property, the community and structures within the City, the City may provide relief from some of the costs associated with building improvements, developments and community events occurring in the City.

I. ADJUSTMENTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING FEES
To achieve the City's goal of encouraging community events, building improvements and development in the City, the following fees are available for waiver or reduction in an amount deemed appropriate by the City Council pursuant to the criteria in this Policy:

A. Building permits
B. Plan check fees
C. Conditional use permit
D. Development permits
E. Electric permit
F. Plumbing permit
G. Grading permit
H. Any other fee the City may deem necessary to achieve the stated goals of this Policy
II. CRITERIA FOR CONSIDERATION
The City Council may grant fee waivers or reductions of fees for applicants who directly or indirectly invest money in the City, when such waiver or reduction would serve a public purpose.

The following criteria must be established to qualify for a fee waiver or fee reduction:

1. Applicants for fee waivers or reductions must be:
a. Recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a not-for-profit organization or charitable organization, or
b. Property owners or prospective owners within the City.

2. Fee waivers or reductions may be granted for improvements or developments within City limits that can be shown, through documentary proof, to meet the criteria of subsection

2.a or 2.b below:
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a. Benefit the community. This includes, but is not limited to, circumstances where the applicant:
i. Supports civic or community programs for the City's residents, or businesses;
Provides financial assistance to the City's residents or businesses; or Improves the condition of property or availability of affordable housing within the City.
b. Provide a public service or otherwise promote the public health, safety and welfare. This includes, but is not limited to, circumstances where the individual or entity provides needed donations or other assistance to residents and businesses of the City in areas such as:
i. health care;
counseling services;
abatement of dangerous or unhealthful living or working conditions, including but not limited to those constituting violations of the Irwindale Municipal Code;
iv. affordable housing;
v. transportation needs of residents or employees; or
vi. nutrition needs of residents.

III. PROCESS FOR CONSIDERATION
An individual or organization wishing to be considered for a fee waiver or adjustment should complete a fee adjustment application and submit it to the Deputy City Clerk. The City Manager will review the request and, if it meets the criteria of this Policy, agendize the item for City Council review and consideration under the guidelines of this Policy. If the City Council finds that all the requirements have been met, the waiver will be granted and processed along with the permit application. Alternatively, the City Council may reduce such fee in an amount it deems appropriate based upon its assessment of the level by which the proposed activity meets the criteria outlined in this Policy. The decision of the City Council on any fee waiver or reduction shall be final.
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City of Irwindale
Application for Fee Adjustment
Property Owner
Address
Phone
Location of property to be improved/developed:

Name and description of organization (if applicable):

Improvement or development to the property:

Fee(s) requesting to be waived:

Public purpose served by improvement or development (attach documents that establish the benefit to the community or the promotion of the public health, safety, and welfare, or the public service that will be provided):

Item #21.C.

Date: February 25, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: 1st Reading of Ordinance No. 815 - Reorganization of the City Council City Manager's Recommendation:

Introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 815 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE AMENDING SECTION 2.04.050 OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE THE OCCASIONS OF THE CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION" reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof.

Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager
Prepared by:

Laura Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Background and Analysis:

The Irwindale Municipal Code (IMC) has been updated over time to identify the occasions for City Council reorganization.

On October 22, 2025 during discussion of the reorganization, the City Council expressed its intent that the annual reorganization occur at the first meeting held in December. Consistent with that direction, the proposed ordinance provides that the reorganization will occur at a meeting held in December.

This wording preserves the Council’s intent that the reorganization take place in December while allowing flexibility to accommodate the City’s meeting schedule, which may include multiple meetings in December or cancellations, without requiring future code amendments.

It would now be appropriate for the City Council to introduce the proposed ordinance for first reading.

Second reading and adoption will be scheduled for the March 11, 2026 meeting.

Fiscal Impact:

None
Attachments:

1. Ordinance No. 815 Reorganization

Ordinance No. 815

ORDINANCE NO. 815

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE AMENDING SECTION 2.04.050 OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE

MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE THE OCCASIONS OF THE CITY

COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
A. RECITALS
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 164 was adopted on May 18, 1965, thereby adding Section 2104 to the Irwindale Municipal Code, establishing the occasions for City Council Reorganization.

WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 484 was adopted on February 10, 1994, thereby amending section 2.04.050 of Chapter 2.04 of Title 2 of the Irwindale Municipal Code pertaining to election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore;
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 711 was adopted on March 8, 2017 directing that the General Municipal Elections of the City of Irwindale be held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of even-numbered years, beginning in November 2018; and WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 746 was adopted on February 12, 2020, thereby amending Section 2.04.050 of Chapter 2.04 of Title 2 of the Irwindale Municipal Code pertaining to the election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore; and WHEREAS, at the regular City Council meeting held October 22, 2025, the City Council expressed its desire to designate the first meeting in December for the annual reorganization of the City Council; and WHEREAS, it is now necessary for the Irwindale Municipal Code to be updated to reflect these changes; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this ordinance have occurred.

B. ORDINANCE
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Irwindale does hereby ordain as follows:

Section 1. The City Council finds that the above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.

Section 2. Section 2.04.050 of Chapter 2.04 of Title 2 of the Irwindale Municipal Code is hereby amended and shall now read as follows (deleted text, if any, is shown in strikethrough; new text, if any, is shown in bold & italics:

Ordinance No. 815

2.04.050 Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tempore
The City Council shall elect one of its members to be Mayor and one of its members to be Mayor Pro-Tempore as specified below:

A. At a meeting of the council held in December, or at a meeting of the council at which the results of a municipal election are canvassed or certified. In even-numbered years, at the regular council meeting at which the canvass of the results of the general municipal election shall be conducted; B. In odd-numbered years, at the first regular meeting of the council held in November;
C. B. At such other times as a majority of the council shall so order. •
Section 3. The City Council hereby authorizes and directs the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute this Ordinance on behalf of the City of Irwindale forthwith upon its adoption.

Section 4. The Chief Deputy City Clerk shall certify as to the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published and/or posted at the designated locations in the City of Irwindale.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this _____ day of ______, 2026. _____________________________
H. Manuel Ortiz, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

Ordinance No. 815

State of California }
County of Los Angeles } ss.

City of Irwindale }
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 815 was duly introduced at a regular City Council meeting held on the _____day of ________ 2026, and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the _______ day of _________ 2026, by the following roll call vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
______________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Laura Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk, certify that I caused a copy of Ordinance No. 815, adopted by the City Council of the City of Irwindale at its regular meeting held _________________, 2026 to be posted at the City Hall, Library, and Post Office on__________________.
___________________________ Dated: ___________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

Item #21.D.

Date: February 25, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Discussion and Direction on Proposed Invocation Policy City Manager's Recommendation:

Review and discuss the proposed Invocation Policy, and provide direction to staff.

Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager
Prepared by:

Laura Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Background and Analysis:

Meetings of the Irwindale City Council, and Council-appointed Boards and Commissions customarily begin with an invocation intended to solemnize the proceedings and invite reflection prior to the conduct of public business. Historically, invocations have been offered by members of the City Council, Board, or Commission, or the City's designated chaplain.

From time to time, the City receives requests from outside individuals or organizations seeking to offer

or submit an invocation for a public meeting. While the City has an established customary practice, it does not currently have a formal, written policy addressing how such requests should be processed.

In the absence of a written policy, requests for invocations are addressed on a case-by-case basis, which may lead to uncertainty or inconsistency. To provide clarity, consistency, and transparency, staff has prepared a draft Invocation Policy for Public Meetings for City Council review and input.

The proposed policy is intended to formalize existing practices while providing a clear framework for responding to requests to offer invocations at City Council, Board, and Commission meetings.

It is now recommended that the City Council review the proposed policy, give comments to staff, and, if desired, provide direction to staff to bring forward a formal resolution for Council consideration.

Fiscal Impact:

None
Attachments:

1. DRAFT Invocation Policy

City of Irwindale
Invocation Policy for
Public Meetings
__________, 2026

I. PURPOSE
The purpose of an invocation is to solemnize meetings of the City Council and its appointed Boards and Commissions and invite reflection prior to the conduct of public business. Participation in the invocation is voluntary. The City does not affiliate itself with or endorse any particular religious, spiritual, or nonreligious belief. The City also does not preclude any religion/belief system from being part of an invocation.

II. CUSTOMARY PRACTICE
Invocations at public meetings are customarily offered by a member of the City Council, a member of a Board or Commission, or the City’s designated chaplain. Nothing in this policy is intended to require the scheduling of an invocation for any meeting or to establish a standing or recurring invocation program.

III. REQUESTS TO OFFER AN INVOCATION
From time to time, the City may receive requests from individuals or organizations to offer an invocation at a City Council, Board or Commission meeting. Requests shall be submitted by email to [email protected] and must be received at least ten (10) business days prior to the convening of the meeting in order to be considered. Late requests may be considered at the discretion of the City Manager, or his/her designee.

Such requests shall be submitted to the City Clerk and may be accommodated in one of the following ways, at the discretion of the City Manager or his or her designee:
a. Guest Speaker – The requesting individual may be permitted to deliver the invocation in person; or
b. Read on Behalf of – A written invocation may be read by a member of the City Council, Board or Commission, or the City’s designated chaplain on behalf of the requesting individual or organization.

Approval, scheduling, and the method of delivery of any invocation shall be administered in a viewpoint-neutral manner and remain within the discretion of the City Manager or his/her designee. Nothing in this policy creates a right or entitlement to offer an invocation, nor does it require the scheduling of an invocation for any meeting.

IV. CONTENT GUIDANCE
The City does not review, approve, or edit invocation content. However, the individuals offering invocations, or submitting invocations, to be read on their behalf, are requested to ensure that invocations:
• Are solemn and respectful in tone;
• Are directed to the City Council, Board, or Commission • Are not used to proselytize or disparage any religion, belief, or nonbelief; • Do not advance any one religion over others; and
• Do not exceed three (3) minutes in length.

V. PARTICIPATION
Members of the City Council, Board, or Commission, City staff, and the public are not required to participate in the invocation and may remain seated or otherwise refrain from participation.

VI. NON-ENDORSEMENT
The views expressed in any invocation are those of the individual offering the invocation and do not reflect endorsement by the City, the City Council, Board, or Commission, or City staff.

VII. ADMINISTRATION
The City Manager, or his/her designee is authorized to administer this policy, receive and process requests, determine the method of delivery of invocations, schedule invocations, and ensure consistent application of this policy.

In administering this policy, the City Manager or his/her designee may consult with the Mayor or Chair of the applicable Board or Commission, as appropriate.

Item #21.E.

Date: February 25, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Mid-Year Financial Review and Adjustments to the FY 2025-2026 Budget City Manager's Recommendation:

It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-15-3726 entitled: “A RESOLUTION

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE APPROVING ADJUSTMENTS TO THE BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE FY 2025-2026 ADOPTED BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL $424,170 FROM THE GENERAL FUND RESERVE FOR THE PROPOSED MID-YEAR EXPENDITURES."
Administrative Action:

Submitted / Prepared / Reviewed by:

Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Background and Analysis:

In June 2025, the City Council formally adopted the FY 2025–2026 Budget. Typically, there are additional appropriations approved by the Council for unanticipated items during the fiscal year. The Finance Department has conducted an analysis of the current fiscal years’ revenues and expenditures, and evaluated the year-to-date numbers against the approved budget to determine how this year’s financial activities are tracking.

Revenues

The City’s adopted General Fund Revenues Budget includes $27,582,491 in operating revenues, and $1,755,000 in capital/one-time revenues, for a total of $29,337,491 at the start of the fiscal year. During the mid-year financial review, all revenues were analyzed for any changes in trends from what was originally budgeted, and no adjustment is being proposed for mid-year.

The City’s General Fund Revenue Budget also included $1,755,000 in capital/one-time revenues related to building permits and plan checks for several developments currently progressing in the City. The financial analysis conducted confirmed that some of the development projects originally estimated, especially in the building permit revenue category, may not be on track to be realized in FY 2025–2026. To better assess the situation, the Director of Engineering/Building Official plans to meet with the developers to better understand their projects, assess their timelines, and reevaluate the fees and the timing in which the City should anticipate their collection. With that, no changes to initial estimates are being proposed to these capital/one-time revenues, and if later adjustments are needed, they would be reflected in the City Manager’s proposed FY 2026-2027 operating and capital improvement budget.

Expenditures
The City’s adopted General Fund Expenditure Budget includes $29,051,910 in operating expenditures and $200,000 in transfers to the Capital Projects for FY 2025-2026.

City Departments conducted an in-depth analysis of all their year-to-date expenditures, and calculated projections through the end of the fiscal year to identify any expenditures that were tracking higher or lower than originally budgeted.

The following table lists the City Manager’s approved and proposed operating expenditure budget requests for the City Council’s consideration.

Dept. / Div. Account
Description
Request Comments
Library Salaries &
Benefits
$104,170 Library Technician Position
Public Services
Maintenance
Animal Control $20,000 The increase is due to L.A. County Dept. of Animal Care & Control Services' rising
prices.

Public Services
Maintenance
Vehicles $300,000 Replace 22-year-old Chevrolet El Dorado Bus
Overall Expenditures Budget
Adjustments
$424,170

o Library Technician
During the FY 2025-2026 budget presentation, the Library Division laid out their work plan for the new Library’s grand opening and the additional staffing needed to assist with acquisitions and cataloging endeavors. The total salaries and benefits costs presented for this new classification will be $104,170.

Upon the City Council’s approval, recruitment for this position will begin immediately and, depending on the time of hire, the pro rata share of this amount will be used for this fiscal year and reset to full amount for the FY 2026-2027, based on that year’s approved salary schedule. o Animal Control
Due to the rising costs of the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control Service, which includes a special intake/quarantine fee that was implemented during FY 2025-2026, a budget increase of $20,000 is requested to cover the costs for the remainder of the fiscal year. o Vehicles
For the safety of our residents and due to recurring and major mechanical and electrical failures, the 22-year-old Chevrolet El Dorado Bus has been decommissioned from service. After a thorough review of the options, the features, the availability, and costs involved, staff is requesting to transition to a 32- passanger shuttle bus which aligns with our standard 31 participant capacity for field trips needed, as also previously suggested by the City Council too. This investment represents a necessary shift from reactive maintenance of an unsafe asset to a proactive solution for the City’s growing recreation needs.

Staff is currently estimating the cost to be around $300,000 based on initial research conducted for Mid-Year purposes. The City Council will be presented with all details along with actual costs at a later time when staff brings forth a report for purchase.

Capital Improvement Program
The FY 2025-2026 adopted budget includes CIP Project No. 45100-8103, called City Wide ADA Sidewalk Survey. Staff is requesting to change the name of this project to “City Hall ADA and Access Control Entrance Upgrade”, for clarity, accuracy, and to also match the description provided for use of CDBG funding previously approved by the City Council. The approval of this name change also requires the project number to be changed from 45100-8103 (sidewalk improvement) to 45200-8253 (building & other improvement) since the scope of work has shifted from original plans.

Fiscal Impact:

Approval of Resolution No. 2026-15-3726 authorizes the Finance Director to amend the FY 2025-2026 adopted budget by appropriating $424,170 from the General Fund reserves and also make all other approved budget adjustments as presented.

The table below summarizes the updated FY 2025-2026 Budget for the General Fund including Mid-Year Budget Adjustments. This summary shows that the General Fund is now anticipated to end the year with a budgetary deficit of ($338,589), instead of the original $85,581 surplus amount shown at the time of budget adoption.

Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 2026-15-3726

2. Exhibit A

Resolution No. 2026-15-3726

RESOLUTION NO. 2026-15-3726

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE APPROVING

ADJUSTMENTS TO THE BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE FY 2025-2026 ADOPTED BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL $424,170

FROM THE GENERAL FUND RESERVE FOR THE PROPOSED MID-YEAR

EXPENDITURES
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Irwindale adopted its FY 2025-2026 Budget on June 25, 2025 pursuant to Ordinance No. 798; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Irwindale have completed the review of the revenues and expenditures at the midterm of the fiscal year and desire to approve the recommended budget adjustments and amendment of the FY 2025-2026 adopted budget by appropriating an additional $424,170 from the General Fund reserves as well as authorizing the name and project number change in the Capital Improvement Fund as itemized on Exhibit A attached hereto (“Proposed Budget Adjustments”).

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. The City Council herby approves the proposed budget adjustments and authorize a budget amendment to the FY 2025-2026 adopted budget by appropriating an additional $424,170 from the General Fund reserves as well as authorizing the name and project number change in the Capital Improvement Fund as itemized on Exhibit A attached hereto (“Proposed Budget Adjustments”).

SECTION 3. The Chief Deputy City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution, which shall in turn, have immediate effect. .PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED on this 25th day of February 2026. _____________________________
H. Manuel Ortiz, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

Resolution No. 2026-15-3726

STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES } ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE }
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026-15-3726 was duly and regularly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Irwindale at the regular meeting held on the 25th day of February 2026, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:

Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

Exhibit A
City of Irwindale
FY 2025-2026
Budget Summary
General Fund
01 General Fund On-Going Budget $ 27,582,491 $ (29,051,910) $ (1,469,419) Capital/One-Time Items $ 1,755,000 $ - $ 1,755,000
Capital Projects Transfers $ - $ (200,000) $ (200,000)
Mid-Year Budget Adjustments / Requests $ - $ (424,170) $ (424,170) TOTAL GENERAL FUND $ 29,337,491 $ (29,676,080) $ (338,589) Housing Authority Funds
11 Irwindale Housing Authority $ 400 $ (7,330) $ (6,930) 12 Low & Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund $ 25,000 $ (655,596) $ (630,596) TOTAL HOUSING AUTHORITY FUNDS $ 25,400 $ (662,926) $ (637,526) Mining Impact Fund
13 Mining Impact Fund On-Going Budget $ 4,425,000 $ (5,984,910) $ (1,559,910) Capital/One-Time Items $ - $ (20,000) $ (20,000)
Capital Project Transfers $ - $ (14,450) $ (14,450)
TOTAL MINING IMPACT FUND $ 4,425,000 $ (6,019,360) $ (1,594,360) Reclamation Authority Funds
14 Reclamation $ 20,000 $ (14,450) $ 5,550
19 Olive Pit Royalty $ 2,024,500 $ (2,000,000) $ 24,500 TOTAL RECLAMATION AUTHORITY FUNDS $ 2,044,500 $ (2,014,450) $ 30,050 Special Revenue & Grant Funds
15 AB939 Recycling $ 363,550 $ (464,620) $ (101,070)
21 State Gas Tax $ 88,809 $ (182,139) $ (93,330)
22 Air Quality Management District $ 750 $ (750) $ -
25 Proposition A $ 38,825 $ (38,825) $ -
26 Proposition C $ 32,163 $ (32,163) $ -
27 Measure R $ 24,122 $ (24,122) $ -
28 TDA Article 3 $ 5,000 $ (5,000) $ -
29 Measure M $ 27,339 $ (27,339) $ -
30 Measure W $ 448,000 $ (448,000) $ -
32 Community Development Block Grant $ 6,800 $ (6,800) $ - TOTAL SPECIAL REVENUE & GRANT FUNDS $ 1,035,358 $ (1,229,758) $ (194,400) Assessment Districts Funds
44 IBC Street Lighting & Maintenance District $ 17,040 $ (17,040) $ - 45 IBC Sewer Maintenance District $ 125,480 $ (50,480) $ 75,000 TOTAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICTS FUNDS $ 142,520 $ (67,520) $ 75,000 Capital Projects Funds
47 Development Impact Fees $ 1,490,058 $ - $ 1,490,058
48 Capital Improvement Projects $ 708,063 $ (639,100) $ 68,963 TOTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS $ 2,198,121 $ (639,100) $ 1,559,021 TOTAL BUDGET - ALL FUNDS: $ 39,208,390 $ (40,309,194) $ (1,100,804) Fund FY 2025-26
Revenues
FY 2025-26
Expenditures
Surplus
(Deficit)
FY 2025-26
Description

Item #22.A.

Date: February 25, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Public Hearing and 2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 817 City Manager's Recommendation:

That the City Council: 1) conduct the duly noticed public hearing; 2) Direct the City Attorney to read the title of Ordinance No. 817 amending Title 15 of Irwindale Municipal Code by adding Chapter 15.05 – Existing Building Code and adopting by reference the 2026 Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Green Building standards and Existing Building, Codes with County and City Amendments, waive further reading and adopt the ordinance on a roll call vote; and 3) direct the Engineering Department to file the adopted ordinance with the City amendments along with the findings and justification with the State Buildng Standards Commission.

Administrative Action:

Submitted/Prepared by:

Eddie Chan, Director of Engineering/ Building Official
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager

Background and Analysis:

The State’s Health and Safety Code requires Cities and Counties to adopt the most recent editions of the State Building Standards related to building construction. Most recently, the State of California adopted the 2025 California Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Green Building Standards and Existing Building Codes.

Title 15 of the Irwindale Municipal Codes (IMC) contains administrative and technical requirements for building construction. The City’s current building code was last adopted in May 2023 by Ordinance 769.

On November 4, 2025, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors added and set forth provisions and regulations for the enforcement of Title 33 – Existing Building Code and adopted by reference, the 2025 State of California Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Green Building Standards, and Existing Building Codes, with 2025 Los Angeles County Amendments.

Consistent with past practice, the City will adopt, by reference, the California Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Green Building Standards, and Existing Building Codes with county amendments in order to bring the City into compliance with the California Health and Safety Code.

Based on staff review of the 2026 Los Angeles County Building Code and the County’s amendments, as well as the ongoing mining and reclamation operations within the City, the Public Works Department - Building Safety Division proposes amendments to Appendix “J” (Grading Section) of the Los Angeles County Building Code.

This proposed City amendment to the County’s Appendix “J” would continue the use of the City’s 2023 Building Code Appendix “J” as it carries forward revisions from the 2008 Appendix “J” that pertain to the administrative and technical standards for backfilling of open-pit mines using either inert debris fill or soil fill. This appendix will include the City’s four technical guidelines and backfill settlement evaluation techniques addressing mining and reclamation of open-pit mines as a mandated requirement for mining operations within the City. It also incorporates technical bulletins prepared by the Irwindale Technical Advisory Committee as a supplement to the City’s four technical guidelines.

Section 17958 of the California Health and Safety Code requires that, when proposing amendments to the County Code, the City make findings that the current and proposed technical changes are reasonably necessary due to local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions. The City’s 2023 Appendix “J” is derived from the City’s 2008 Appendix “J,” as these technical amendments specifically address the administrative and technical standards for the backfilling of open-pit mines. These provisions must be included in each Building Code update

to ensure proper regulation of mining and backfilling activities.

The proposed adoption of this ordinance is exempt under the provision of the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to State Guidelines 15061(B)(3) and 15378 (b)(c).

Adoption of the proposed ordinance is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Adoption of the proposed ordinance does not have such potential insofar as the changes are mandated to be adopted by State law and any local changes are needed to assure proper measures are taken to address the City’s local needs, especially to properly backfill open-pit mines to avoid seismic hazards when they are reclaimed.

Upon adoption of the 2026 Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Green Building Standards, and Existing Building Codes with County and City Amendments, staff will file the adopted ordinance with the California Building Standards Commission.

Copies of the 2026 Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Green Building Standards, and Existing Building Codes with County and City amendments, along with the Findings of Fact, are available for public inspection at the Building and Safety Division and the City Clerk’s Office.

Fiscal Impact:

None.

Attachments:

1. Ordinance No. 817 - FINAL

2. 02-25-2026 Building Code Adoption First Reading Ordinance - APPENDIX J (2023 Edition)

3. 2026 LA County Building Codes Ordinances (Adopted)

4. Link to Los Angeles County Building Code 2026 Edition

Ordinance No. 817

01005.0001 2088314.1
ORDINANCE NO. 817

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE AMENDING TITLE 15 OF THE IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 15.05 –

EXISTING BUILDING CODE AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BUILDING CODE (2026 EDITION) WITH IRWINDALE AMENDMENTS, LOS ANGELES COUNTY ELECTRICAL CODE (2026 EDITION), LOS ANGELES COUNTY PLUMBING CODE (2026 EDITION), LOS ANGELES COUNTY MECHANICAL CODE (2026 EDITION), LOS ANGELES COUNTY GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE (2026 EDITION), LOS ANGELES COUNTY RESIDENTIAL CODE (2026 EDITION), EXISTING BUILDING CODE (2026 EDITION), AND ADOPTING LOCAL

AMENDMENTS THERETO REPEALING ALL OTHER ORDINANCES OR PORTIONS

OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH, PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 50022.2 ET SEQ.

RECITALS
A. Government Code section 50022.2 et seq. authorizes the adoption by reference of California codes and codes that adopt the California codes, including the Codes of the County of Los Angeles, which adopts the California Building, Existing Building, Residential, Green Building Standards, Plumbing, Electrical and Mechanical Codes, as amended.

B. Section 17958.5 of the Health and Safety Code expressly authorizes cities to make changes in the California Building Code, Existing Building Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code, Plumbing Code, Electrical Code and Mechanical Code, as reasonably necessary due to local conditions.

C. The Los Angeles County Building Code, Existing Building Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code, Electrical Code, Plumbing Code and Mechanical Code incorporate appropriate findings related to local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions of Los Angeles County, as specified under the provisions of the California Health & Safety Code.

D. On February 11, 2026, the City Council considered Ordinance 817 and accepted staff’s recommendation to amend Appendix “J” of the County grading section to include Backfilling Standards of Open-Pit Mines and the requirement of a grading permit for the backfilling of open-pit mines using either inert debris fill or soil fill.

E. On February 25, 2026, the City Council of the City of Irwindale, pursuant to a notice duly issued under Government Code section 50022.3, conducted a public hearing to consider this ordinance adopting the 2026 Edition

Ordinance No. 817

of the Los Angeles Building Code, Existing Building Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code, Plumbing Code, Electrical Code and Mechanical Code with the City’s amendment of Appendix “J” of the County Building Codes.

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

BUILDING CODE
SECTION 1: Recitals. The City Council finds that the above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by reference.

SECTION 2: Chapter 15.04.10 of the Irwindale Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows (deleted text, if any, is shown in strikethrough; new text, if any, is shown in bold italics):

Section 15.04.010. Adoption of code.

A. There is hereby adopted, as the city building code, except as provided in this chapter, that certain building code known and designated as the Los Angeles County Building Code, 2023 2026 Edition (Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code), which incorporates and amends the 2022 2025 California Building Code, including all appendixes thereto and changes made by the County of Los Angeles and by the city City of Irwindale, and such code shall be and become the building code of the city, regulating and controlling the design, construction, quality of materials, grading, use, occupancy, location and maintenance of all buildings or structures and prescribing conditions under which such work may be carried on within the city and providing for the issuance of permits and the collection of fees therefor.

B. Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2022-0051 2025-0047, as adopted by county of Los Angeles, is adopted in its entirety and incorporated herein by this reference, with city’s City’s Amendments to Appendix “J”.

SECTION 3: The City Council hereby finds that the County of Los Angeles, in adopting its Ordinance No. 2025-0047, has made all appropriate findings related to local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions, as specified under the provisions of the California Health & Safety Code. The City Council hereby incorporates the findings summarized in the Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2025-0047. The City Council further finds that the County’s grading section Appendix “J” as revised to include the requirement of a grading permit for the backfilling of open-pit mines using either inert debris fill or soil fill, is necessary to address and remediate existing geological conditions as a result of mining and backfilling activities in the City of Irwindale.

EXISTING BUILDING CODE

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01005.0001 2088314.1
SECTION 4: Chapter 15.05.010 of the Irwindale Municipal Code is hereby adopted to read as follows:

Section 15.05.010. Adoption of code.

A. There is hereby adopted, as the city’s existing building code, except as provided in this chapter, that certain existing building code known and designated as the Los Angeles County Existing Building Code, 2026 Edition (Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code), which incorporates and amends the 2025California Existing Building Code, including all appendixes thereto and changes made by the County of Los Angeles and by the City of Irwindale, and such code shall be and become the existing building code of the city, regulating and controlling the ability to provide flexibility to permit the use of alternative approaches to achieve compliance with minimum requirements to safeguard the public health, safety, and welfare insofar as they are affected by the repair, alteration, change of occupancy, addition, and relocation of existing buildings or structures and prescribing conditions under which such work may be carried on within the city and providing for the issuance of permits and the collection of fees therefor.

B. Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2025-0053, as adopted by the County of Los Angeles, is adopted in its entirety.

SECTION 5: Chapter 15.05.020 of the Irwindale Municipal Code is hereby adopted to read as follows:

Section 15.05.020. Copies filed. Three copies of the Los Angeles County Existing Building Code, referred to in Section 15.05.10 of this chapter, have been deposited in the office of the city clerk and shall be at all times maintained by said clerk for use and examination by the public.

SECTION 6: Chapter 15.05.030 of the Irwindale Municipal Code is hereby adopted to read as follows:

Section 15.05.030. Terms defined. Whenever any of the following names or terms are used in the Los Angeles County Existing Building Code, each such name or term shall be deemed and construed to have the meaning ascribed to it in this section as follows:
"Board of appeals" means the board of appeals established by the Los Angeles County Building Code.
"Board of supervisors" means the city council.
"Building department" means the building and safety division of the department of public works, acting for the city.

Ordinance No. 817

"Building code," "uniform building" or "Los Angeles County Building Code" means Chapter 15.04 of this code;
"Building official" means the director of public works or his or her designee.
"City" means the city of Irwindale.
"County," "county of Los Angeles" or "unincorporated territory of the county of Los Angeles" means the city.
"County engineer" means the director of public works of the county of Los Angeles.
"Electrical code" means Chapter 15.08 of this code.
“Existing building code” means Chapter 15.05 of this code. "Fire code" means Chapter 15.12 of this code.
"Fire zone" means the fire zone or zones adopted by an ordinance creating and establishing fire zones.
"General fund" means the city treasury.
"Health code" or "Los Angeles County Health Code" means Chapter 8.04 of this code.
"Health officer" means the health officer of the city.
"Mechanical code" means Chapter 15.20 of this code.
"Plumbing code" means Chapter 15.16 of this code.
“Green Building Standards code” means Chapter 15.10 of this code.

SECTION 7: Chapter 15.05.40 of the Irwindale Municipal Code is hereby adopted to read as follows:

Section 15.05.040. Fee schedule – Modification by Resolution. The fee schedules adopted by Section 15.05.10 of this title may be amended by resolution adopted by the city council.

SECTION 8: The City Council hereby finds that the County of Los Angeles, in adopting its Ordinance No. 2025-0053 has made all appropriate findings related to administrative matters. The City Council hereby incorporates the findings summarized in the Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2025-0053.

Ordinance No. 817

01005.0001 2088314.1

RESIDENTIAL CODE
SECTION 9: Chapter 15.06.010 of the Irwindale Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows (deleted text, if any, is shown in strikethrough; new text, if any, is shown in bold italics):

Section 15.06.010. Adoption of code.

A. There is hereby adopted, as the city’s residential code, except as provided in this chapter, that certain residential code known and designated as the Los Angeles County Residential Code, 2023 2026 Edition (Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code), which incorporates and amends the 2022 2025 California Residential Code, including all appendixes thereto and changes made by the County of Los Angeles and by the city City of Irwindale, and such code shall be and become the building code of the city, regulating and controlling the design, construction, quality of materials, grading, use, occupancy, location and maintenance of all buildings or structures and prescribing conditions under which such work may be carried on within the city and providing for the issuance of permits and the collection of fees therefor.

B. Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2022-0055 2025-0051, as adopted by the county of Los Angeles, is adopted in its entirety SECTION 10: The City Council hereby finds that the County of Los Angeles, in adopting its Ordinance No. 2025-0051 has made all appropriate findings related to administrative matters. The City Council hereby incorporates the findings summarized in the Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2025-0051.

ELECTRICAL CODE
SECTION 11: Chapter 15.08.010 of the Irwindale Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows (deleted text, if any, is shown in strikethrough; new text, if any, is shown in bold italics):

Section 15.08.010. Adoption of code.

A. There is hereby adopted as the city’s electrical code, except as provided in this chapter, that certain electrical code known and designated as the Los Angeles County Electrical Code, 2023 2026 Edition (Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code), which incorporates and amends the California Electrical Code, 2022 2025 Edition, including all appendixes thereto and changes made by the county of Los Angeles, and such code shall be and become the electrical code of the city regulating and controlling the design, construction, installation, quality of materials, operation and maintenance of electrical systems, wiring and appliances and providing for the issuance of permits and the collection of fees therefor.

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B. Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2022-0052 2025-0048, as adopted by the county of Los Angeles, is adopted in its entirety.

SECTION 12: The City Council hereby finds that the County of Los Angeles, in adopting its Ordinance No. 2025-0048 has made all appropriate findings related to administrative matters. The City Council hereby incorporates the findings summarized in the Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2025-0048.

GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE
SECTION 13: Chapter 15.10.010 of the Irwindale Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows (deleted text, if any, is shown in strikethrough; new text, if any, is shown in bold italics):

Section 15.10.010. Adoption of code.

A. There is hereby adopted, as the city’s green building standards code, except as provided in this chapter, that certain green building standards code known and designated as the Los Angeles County Green Building Standards Code, 2023 2026 Edition (Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code), which incorporates and amends the 2022 2025 California Green Building Standards Code, including all appendixes thereto and changes made by the County of Los Angeles and by the City of Irwindale, and such code shall be and become the building code of the city, regulating and controlling the design, construction, quality of materials, grading, use, occupancy, location and maintenance of all buildings or structures and prescribing conditions under which such work may be carried on within the city and providing for the issuance of permits and the collection of fees therefor.

B. Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2022-0056 2025-0052, as adopted by the county of Los Angeles, is adopted in its entirety.

SECTION 14: The City Council hereby finds that the County of Los Angeles, in adopting its Ordinance No. 2025-0052 has made all appropriate findings related to administrative matters. The City Council hereby incorporates the findings summarized in the Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2025-0052.

PLUMBING CODE
SECTION 15: Chapter 15.16.010 of the Irwindale Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

Section 15.16.010. Adoption of codes.

A. There is hereby adopted as city plumbing code, except as provided in this chapter, that certain plumbing code known and designated as the Los Angeles County Plumbing Code, 2023 2026 Edition (Title 28 of the Los Angeles

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County Code), which incorporates and amends the California Plumbing Code, 2022 2025 Edition, including all appendixes thereto and changes made by the county of Los Angeles, and such code shall be and become the plumbing code of the city regulating and controlling plumbing and drainage systems, house sewers, private sewage disposal systems and prescribing conditions under which such work may be carried on within the city and providing for the issuance of permits and the collection of fees therefor.

B. Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2022-0053 2025-0049, as adopted by the county of Los Angeles, is adopted in its entirety.

SECTION 16: The City Council hereby finds that the County of Los Angeles, in adopting its Ordinance No. 2025-0049 has made all appropriate findings related to local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions, as specified under the provisions of the California Health & Safety Code. The City Council hereby incorporates the findings summarized in the Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2025-0049.

MECHANICAL CODE
SECTION 17: Chapter 15.20.010 of the Irwindale Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows (deleted text, if any, is shown in strikethrough; new text, if any, is shown in bold italics):

Section 15.20.010. Adoption of codes.

A. There is hereby adopted as the city’s mechanical code, except as provided in this chapter, that certain mechanical code known and designated as the Los Angeles County Mechanical Code, 2022 2026 Edition (Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code), which incorporates and amends the California Mechanical Code, 2022 2025 Edition, including all appendixes thereto and changes made by the county of Los Angeles, and such code shall be and become the mechanical code of the city regulating and controlling the design, construction, installation, quality of materials, operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating, cooling, refrigeration systems, incinerators and other miscellaneous heat-producing appliances and providing for the issuance of permits and the collection of fees therefor.

B. Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2022-0054 2025-0050 as adopted by the county of Los Angeles, is adopted in its entirety.

SECTION 18: The City Council hereby finds that the County of Los Angeles, in adopting its Ordinance No. 2025-0050 has made all appropriate findings related to administrative matters. The City Council hereby incorporates the findings summarized in the Los Angeles County Ordinance No. 2025-0050.

SECTION 19: All violations of the provisions of the Los Angeles County Building Code (2026 Edition), Los Angeles County Residential Code (2026 Edition), Los Angeles

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County Green Building Standards Code (2026 Edition), Los Angeles County Electrical Code (2026 Edition), Los Angeles County Plumbing Code (2026 Edition), and Los Angeles County Mechanical Code (2026 Edition), adopted by the City, shall be a misdemeanor and subject to the penalty provisions contained in Chapter 1.12 (Penalties, Civil Remedies and Severability) of the Irwindale Municipal Code.

SECTION 20: Full Force and Effect. Except as expressly amended herein, all other subsections of Chapter 15 of the Irwindale Municipal Code shall be unchanged and in full force and effect.

SECTION 21: Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Irwindale hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof may be declared invalid or unconstitutional due to the writs of mandate issued by the Court.

SECTION 22: Effective Date. The City Clerk shall certify this Ordinance on behalf of the City of Irwindale and shall, within 15 days after its final passage, cause the same to be published once in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of Irwindale, and this Ordinance shall take effect 30 days after its passage.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Irwindale at a regular meeting held on the 11th day of February 2026. _____________________________
H. Manuel, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE )
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 817 was introduced for first reading at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Irwindale held on February 11, 2026, and adopted on second reading at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Irwindale held on February 25, 2026, and was carried by the following-roll call vote:

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AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
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Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk, certify that I caused a copy of Ordinance No. 817, adopted by the City Council of the City of Irwindale at its regular meeting held February 25, 2026 to be posted at the City Hall, Library, and Post Office on February 26, 2026.
___________________________ Dated: _______________________ Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

Title 26 - BUILDING CODE

APPENDIX J GRADING
Los Angeles County, California, Code of Ordinances Created: 2022-08-26 09:30:51 [EST] (Supp. No. 134, Update 2)

APPENDIX J GRADING
(2023 Edition)
SECTION J101 GENERAL
J101.1 Scope.

The provisions of this Appendix apply to grading, excavation, and earthwork construction, including fills and embankments, and the control of runoff from graded sites, including erosion sediments and construction-related pollutants. This scope includes inert debris engineered fills placed under the auspices of Title 14 Section 17388 of the California Code of Regulations. The purpose of this Appendix is to safeguard life, limb, property, and the public welfare by regulating grading on property subject to this Code. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 79, 2019.)
J101.2 Flood hazard areas.

Unless the applicant has submitted a hydrology and hydraulic analysis, prepared in accordance with standard engineering practice by a California licensed civil engineer, that demonstrates the proposed work will not result in any increase in the level of the base flood, grading, excavation and earthwork construction, including fills and embankments, shall not be permitted in floodways designated in Chapter 11.60 of Title 11 - Health and Safety - of the Los Angeles County Code, or in floodways that are in flood hazard areas established in Section 1612.3, or in flood hazard areas where design flood elevations are specified but floodways have not been designated. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 79, 2019.)
J101.3 General hazards.

Whenever the Building Official determines that any existing excavation, embankment, or fill on property subject to this Code has become a hazard to life and limb, or endangers property, or adversely affects the safety, use, or stability of a public way or drainage channel, the Building Official may give written notice thereof to the owner of the property upon which the excavation, embankment, or fill is located, or other person or agent in control of said property. Upon receipt of said notice, the owner or other person or agent in control of the property shall repair or eliminate such excavation, embankment, or fill so as to eliminate the hazard, in conformance with the requirements of this Code, within the period specified in said notice. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 79, 2019.)
J101.4 Safety precautions.

If at any stage of the work the Building Official determines by inspection that further grading as authorized is likely to endanger any public or private property, or result in the deposition of debris on any public way, or interfere with any existing drainage course, the Building Official may order the work stopped by notice in writing served on any persons engaged in doing or causing such work to be done, and any such person shall immediately stop such work. The Building Official may authorize the work to proceed if the Building Official finds that adequate safety EXHIBIT “A”

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precautions can be taken or corrective measures incorporated in the work to avoid likelihood of such danger, deposition, or interference.

If the grading work as done has created or resulted in a hazardous condition, the Building Official shall give written notice requiring correction thereof as specified in Section J101 of this Code. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 79, 2019.)
J101.5 Protection of utilities.

Both the permittee and the owner of the property on which the grading is performed shall be responsible for the prevention of damage to any public and/or private utilities or services. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 79, 2019.)
J101.6 Protection of adjacent property.

Both the permittee and owner of the property on which the grading is performed shall be responsible for the prevention of damage to adjacent property. No person shall excavate on land sufficiently close to the property line to endanger any adjoining public street, sidewalk, alley, or other public or private property without taking adequate measures to support and protect such property from settling, cracking, or other damage that might result from the proposed work. Any person performing any grading that involves imported or exported materials shall take special precautions, as approved by the Building Official, to prevent such materials from being deposited on adjacent properties, any public way, and/or any drainage course. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 79, 2019.)
J101.7 Storm water control measures.

Both the permittee and the owner of the property on which the grading is performed shall put into effect and maintain all precautionary measures necessary to protect adjacent water courses and public or private property from damage by erosion, flooding, and deposition of mud, debris, and construction-related pollutants originating from the site during grading and related construction activities. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 79, 2019.)
J101.8 Maintenance of protective devices and rodent control.

All drainage structures and other protective devices and all burrowing rodent control measures, as shown on the grading plans approved by the Building Official, shall be maintained in a good condition and, when necessary, promptly repaired by the permittee or the owner of the property on which grading has been performed or by any other person or agent in control of such property.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 79, 2019.)
J101.9 Correlation with other sections.

The provisions of this Appendix are independent of the provisions of Chapter 99 of this Code relating to building and property rehabilitation. This Section may be applied even though the same facts have been used to determine that there is substandard property subject to the provisions of Chapter 99.

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(Ord. 2019-0056 § 79, 2019.)
J101.10 Conditions of approval.

In granting any permit under this Code, the Building Official may include such conditions as may be reasonably necessary to prevent creation of a nuisance or hazard to public or private property. Such conditions may include, but shall not be limited to:

1. Improvement of any existing grading to comply with the standards of this Code.

2. Requirements for fencing of excavations or fills that would otherwise be hazardous.

3. Requirements for temporary excavations and shoring to be shown on plans. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 79, 2019.)
J102.1 Definitions.

For the purposes of this Appendix, the terms, phrases, and words listed in this Section and their derivatives shall have the indicated meanings.

ABOVE-WATER INERT DEBRIS ENGINEERED FILL. A fill that contains inert debris and is placed above the groundwater table.

APPROVAL. When the proposed work or completed work conforms to this Appendix, as determined by and to the satisfaction of the Building Official.

AS-BUILT. See Section J105.12.

BACKFILL. Fill placed in a zone that had previously been excavated.

BEDROCK. The relatively solid, undisturbed rock in place either at the ground surface or beneath superficial deposits of alluvium, colluvium, and/or soil.

BENCH. A relatively level step excavated into earth material on which fill is to be placed.

BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE (BMP). Practices, prohibitions of practices, or other activities to reduce or eliminate the discharge of pollutants to surface waters. BMPs include structural and nonstructural controls, management practices, operation and maintenance procedures, and system, design, and engineering methods that are required to be employed in order to comply with the requirements of the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit issued to the County of Los Angeles (see Section 106.4.3 and Title 31 - Green Building Standards Code - of the Los Angeles County Code).

BORROW. Earth material acquired from an off-site location for use in grading on a site.

CIVIL ENGINEER. A professional engineer licensed in the State of California to practice in the field of civil works.

CIVIL ENGINEERING. The application of the knowledge of the forces of nature, principles of mechanics, and the properties of materials to the evaluation, design, and construction of civil works.

COMPACTION. The densification of a fill by mechanical means.

CUT. See "Excavation."
DESILTING BASINS. Physical structures, constructed for the removal of sediments from surface water runoff.

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DESIGN ENGINEER. The Civil Engineer responsible for the preparation of the grading plans for the site grading work.

DOWN DRAIN. A device for collecting water from a swale or ditch located on or above a slope, and safely delivering it to an approved drainage facility.

EARTH MATERIAL. Any rock, natural soil, or fill, or any combination thereof.

ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST. A geologist experienced and knowledgeable in engineering geology, holding a license as a geologist in the specialty of engineering geology issued by the State of California under the applicable provisions of the Geologist and Geophysicist Act of the Business and Professions Code.

ENGINEERING GEOLOGY. The application of geologic knowledge and principles in the investigation and evaluation of naturally occurring rock and soil for use in the design of civil works.

EROSION. The wearing away of the ground surface as a result of the movement of wind, water, or ice.

EXCAVATION. The removal of earth material by artificial means, also referred to as a cut.

FIELD ENGINEER. The Civil Engineer responsible for performing the functions as set forth in Section J105.3.

FILL. Deposition of earth materials by artificial means.

FILL AND OPERATIONS PLAN. Combined engineering plans and geotechnical reports representing the overall conceptual and general planning for the initiation through completion of reclamation of open-pit mines for both underwater and above-water backfills.

GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER. See "Soils Engineer".

GEOTECHNICAL HAZARD. An adverse condition due to landslide, settlement, and/or slippage. These hazards include, but are not limited to, loose debris, slopewash, and mud flows from natural or graded slopes.

GRADE. The vertical location of the ground surface.

GRADE, EXISTING. The grade prior to grading.

GRADE, FINAL. See Section J105.7.

GRADE, FINISHED. The grade of the site at the conclusion of all grading efforts.

GRADE, INITIAL. See Section J105.7.

GRADE, ROUGH. See Section J105.7.

GRADING. An excavation or fill or combination thereof.

GRADING PERMIT FOR MINE RECLAMATION BACKFILL. A permit, issued to backfills of open-pit mines for all active SMARA pits.

INERT DEBRIS ENGINEERED FILL. An engineered fill that contains concrete, broken concrete, tile, masonry brick or block, concrete block, rock, sand, gravel, stone, clay, clay products, ceramics, soils, stucco, fine silt wet or dry, and materials encased in concrete, asphaltic concrete, crushed glass, and other similar materials. These fill materials are typically generated as waste products from construction and demolition operations.

KEY. A compacted fill placed in a trench excavated in earth material beneath the toe of a slope.

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT. A person who holds a certificate to practice landscape architecture in the State of California under the applicable landscape architecture provisions of Division 3, Chapter 3.5, of the Business and Professions Code.

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LINE. The horizontal location of the ground surface.

MINE RECLAMATION BACKFILL. A backfill placed in a former open-pit mine for the purpose of reclaiming the site to support future structures.

MINING. The operations associated with the excavation and processing of natural soil and rock and permitted under the California Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975(SMARA).

PERMITTEE. See Section J105.6.

PRIVATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEM. A septic tank with effluent discharging into a subsurface disposal field, into one or more seepage pits, or into a combination of a subsurface disposal field and a seepage pit or of such other facilities as may be permitted in accordance with the procedures and requirements set forth in Title 28 - Plumbing Code - of the Los Angeles County Code and as required by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.

PROJECT CONSULTANTS. The professional consultants required by this Code, which may consist of the Design Engineer, Field Engineer, Soils Engineer, Engineering Geologist, and Landscape Architect as applicable to this Appendix.

PROFESSIONAL INSPECTION. The inspection required by this Code to be performed by the Project Consultants. Such inspections shall be sufficient to form an opinion relating to the conduct of the work.

QSD. Qualified SWPPP Developer as defined in the California State Construction General Permit.

QSP. Qualified SWPPP Practitioner as defined in the California State Construction General Permit.

SETTLEMENT BULLETIN. Irwindale Mining Bulletin No.1, Settlement of Mine Backfills, November 22, 2022 SMARA. California Surface Mining And Reclamation Act of 1975.

SITE. A lot or parcel of land or contiguous combination thereof, under the same ownership, where grading is performed or permitted.

SLOPE. An inclined surface, the inclination of which is expressed as a ratio of horizontal distance to vertical distance.

SOIL. Naturally occurring superficial deposits overlying parent bedrock.

SOILS ENGINEER (GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER). A licensed civil engineer experienced and knowledgeable in the practice of soils engineering.

SOILS ENGINEERING (GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING). The application of the principles of soils mechanics in the investigation, evaluation, and design of civil works involving the use of earth materials and the inspection or testing of construction thereof.

STOCKPILING. Placement of fill for temporary storage purposes.

STORM DRAIN SYSTEM. A conveyance or system of conveyances, including roads with drainage systems, municipal streets, catch basins, curbs, gutters, ditches, and man-made channels, designed or used for collecting and conveying storm water.

STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP). A site drawing with details, notes, and related documents that identify the measures proposed by the permittee to: (1) control erosion and prevent sediment and construction-related pollutants from being carried offsite by storm water, and (2) prevent non-storm-water discharges from entering the storm drain system.

SURFACE DRAINAGE. Flows over the ground surface.

SOIL TESTING AGENCY. An agency regularly engaged in the testing of soils and rock under the direction of a Civil Engineer experienced in soil testing.

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TERRACE. A relatively level step constructed in the face of a graded slope for drainage and maintenance purposes.

UNDERWATER ENGINEERED FILL: An engineered fill placed below the free water level, such as in a groundwater lake located at the bottom of an open-pit mine. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 80, 2019.)
SECTION J103 PERMITS REQUIRED
J103.1 Permits required.

Except as exempted in Section J103.2, grading shall not be performed without first having obtained a permit from the Building Official. A grading permit does not include the construction of retaining walls or other structures. A separate permit shall be obtained for each site and may cover both excavations and fills. Any engineered grading as described in Section J104.2.3 shall be performed by a contractor licensed by the State of California to perform the work described hereon. Regular grading less than 5,000 cubic yards may require a licensed contractor if the Building Official determines that special conditions or hazards exist.

Mine reclamation backfills shall be permitted under the special provisions of a mine reclamation backfill permit.

The plan check and permit fee for this grading permit for mine reclamation fills will be subject to a fee schedule adopted and approved by the City Council.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)
J103.2 Exemptions.

A grading permit shall not be required for the following:

1. When approved by the Building Official, grading in an isolated, self-contained area, provided that the public is not endangered and that such grading will not adversely affect adjoining properties or public rights of way.

2. Excavation for construction of a structure permitted under this code.

3. Cemetery graves.

4. Refuse disposal sites, controlled by other regulations.5. Excavations for wells, or trenches for utilities.

6. Mining, quarrying, excavating, processing or stockpiling rock, sand, gravel, aggregate, or clay, and related mining operations, provided such operations are conducted under the auspices of an approved conditional use permit and reclamation plan issued by the City of Irwindale.

7. Exploratory excavations performed under the direction of a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist.

This shall not exempt grading of access roads or pads created for exploratory excavations. Exploratory excavations must not create a hazardous condition to adjacent properties or the public in accordance with Section J101.3. A restoration plan must be provided and approved by the Building Official for all grading of access roads or pads. Restoration shall be completed within 90 days after the completion of soils testing unless otherwise approved by the Building Official.

8. An excavation that does not exceed 50 cubic yards (38.3 m3 ) and complies with one of the following conditions and as shown in Figure J103.2:
(a) Is less than 2 feet (0.6 m) in depth.

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(b) Does not create a cut slope greater than 5 feet (1.5 m) measured vertically upward from the cut surface to the surface of the natural grade and is not steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope).

9. A fill not intended to support a structure that does not obstruct a drainage course and complies with one of the following conditions and as shown in Figure J103.2:
(a) Is less than 1 foot (0.3 m) in depth and is placed on natural terrain with a slope flatter than 5 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (20 percent slope).
(b) Is less than 3 feet (0.9 m) in depth at its deepest point measured vertically upward from natural grade to the surface of the fill, does not exceed 50 cubic yards, and creates a fill slope no steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope).
(c) Is less than 5 feet (1.5 m) in depth at its deepest point measured vertically upward from natural grade to the surface of the fill, does not exceed 20 cubic yards, and creates a fill slope no steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope).

Exemption from the permit requirements of this Appendix shall not be deemed to grant authorization for any work to be done in any manner in violation of the provisions of this Code or any other laws or ordinances of this jurisdiction.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)
J103.3 Unpermitted grading.

A person shall not own, use, occupy, or maintain any site containing unpermitted grading. For the purposes of this Code, unpermitted grading shall be defined as either of the following:
(1) Grading that was performed, at any point in time, without the required permit(s) having first been obtained from the Building Official, pursuant to Section J103.1; or (2) Grading for which a permit was obtained pursuant to this Section, but which was not completed, pursuant to Section J105, prior to the expiration of the permit, pursuant to Section 106.5.4.

Any fill placed without a grading permit, including those exempted by Section J103.2, is considered to be uncertified and not suitable for structural support. No building permits will be issued for structures on such fills, and such fills cannot subsequently be accepted under Sections 104.2.7, 104.2.8, or J112 of this Code. All such fills must be removed and recompacted or otherwise remediated under the auspices of a grading permit before any building permits can be issued.

Exception: The Building Official may accept unpermitted fills that consist entirely of hydraulically-placed waste materials generated from an aggregate processing operation if the Permittee submits a geotechnical investigation that assesses the extent and engineering characteristics of such a fill, along with a remediation plan
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)
J103.4 Availability of permit at site.

No person shall perform any grading that requires a permit under this Appendix unless a copy of the grading permit and approved grading plans are in the possession of a responsible person and available at the site for the Building Official's reference.

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(Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)
J103.5 Grading fees.

Fees shall be assessed in accordance with the provisions of this Section. The amount of the fees shall be as specified in Section 107.

1. Plan Review Fees. When a plan or other data are required to be submitted, a plan review fee shall be paid at the time of submitting plans and specifications for review. Separate plan review fees shall apply to retaining walls or major drainage structures as required elsewhere in this Code. For excavation and fill on the same site, the fee shall be based on the volume of excavation or fill, whichever is greater.

2. Permit Fees. A fee for each grading permit shall be paid to the Building Official at the time of issuance of the permit. Separate permits and fees shall apply to retaining walls or major drainage structures as required elsewhere in this Code.

3. Site Inspection Fee. When the Building Official finds that a visual inspection of the site is necessary to establish drainage requirements for the protection of property, existing buildings, or the proposed construction, a site inspection shall be made during plan check of grading plans. A fee for such inspection shall be paid to the Building Official at the time of submitting plans and specifications for review. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)
J103.6 Compliance with zoning code.

The Building Official may refuse to issue a grading permit for work on a site if either the proposed grading or the proposed land use for the site shown on the grading plan application does not comply with the provisions of Title 17 of the City of Irwindale Municipal Code.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)
J103.7 Grading security.

J103.7.1 Scope and purpose.

The Building Official may require a permittee or the owner(s) of the property on which the grading is proposed to occur to provide security, as a condition of the issuance of a grading permit for any grading involving more than 1,000 cubic yards (764.6 m3 ). Where unusual conditions or special hazards exist, the Building Official may require security for grading involving less than 1,000 cubic yards (764.6 m3 ). The purpose of the security shall be to guarantee the permittee's obligation to mitigate any hazardous conditions, including flood and geotechnical hazards, that may be created if the grading is not completed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications, and to complete any work that the Building Official determines is necessary to bring the property into compliance with this Appendix.

Security required by this Section may include incidental off-site grading on property contiguous with the site to be developed, provided written consent of the owner of such contiguous property is filed with the Building Official.

The Building Official may waive the requirements for security for the following:

1. Grading being done by or for a governmental agency.

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2. Grading necessary to remove a geotechnical hazard, where such work is covered by an agreement and security is posted pursuant to the City of Irwindale “Subdivision Ordinance” or to the provisions of Title 21 - Subdivisions - of the Los Angeles County Code.

3. Grading on a site, not exceeding a slope of three units horizontal to one unit vertical, provided such grading as determined by the Building Official will not affect drainage from or to adjacent properties.

4. Filling of holes or depressions, provided such grading will not affect the drainage from or to adjacent properties.

5. Mine reclamation backfills placed under the auspices of a Reclamation Plan approved by the City of Irwindale, providing that there is sufficient SMARA approved financial assurances posted for such reclamation.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)
J103.7.2 Form of security.

The security referred to in Section J103.7.1 shall be in one of the following forms:

1. A bond furnished by a corporate surety authorized to do business in this state.

2. Cash.

3. Savings and loan certificates or shares deposited and assigned to the City of Irwindale or to the County as provided in Chapter 4.36 of Title 4 - Revenue and Finance - of the Los Angeles County Code, if the County of Los Angeles is acting as the authorized representative of the City of Irwindale.

4. An instrument of credit from a financial institution subject to regulation by the state or federal government and pledging that funds in the amount required by the Building Official are on deposit and guaranteed for payment, or a letter of credit is issued by such a financial institution. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)
J103.7.3 Amount of security.

The amount of security shall be based on the number of cubic yards of material in either excavation or fill, whichever is greater, and the cost of all drainage or other protective devices or work necessary to eliminate potential flooding and geotechnical hazards. That portion of the security valuation based on the volume of material in either excavation or fill shall be computed as follows:
100,000 cubic yards or less - 50 percent of the estimated cost of grading work.

Over 100,000 cubic yards - 50 percent of the cost of the first 100,000 cubic yards plus 25 percent of the estimated cost of that portion in excess of 100,000 cubic yards.

When the rough grading has been completed in conformance with the requirements of this Code, the Building Official may, at his or her discretion, consent to a proportionate reduction of the security to an amount estimated to be adequate to ensure completion of the grading work, site development, or planting remaining to be performed. The costs referred to in this Section shall be as estimated by the Building Official. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)

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J103.7.4 Conditions.

All security shall include the conditions that the principal shall:

1. Comply with all of the provisions of this Code, applicable laws, and ordinances;

2. Comply with all of the terms and conditions of the grading permit, and

3. Complete all of the work authorized by the permit.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)
J103.7.5 Term of security.

The term of each security shall begin upon the filing with the Building Official, and the security shall remain in effect until the work authorized by the grading permit is completed and approved by the Building Official. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)
J103.7.6 Default procedures.

In the event any grading for which a permit has been issued is not completed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications for said work or with all terms and conditions of the grading permit, the Building Official may declare that a default has occurred. The Building Official shall give notice thereof to the principal and surety or financial institution executing the security, or to the owner in the case of a cash bond or assignment.

The Building Official may thereafter determine the work that is necessary to mitigate any hazardous or unsafe conditions on the site and cause such work to be performed.

Where the security consists of a bond or instrument of credit, the surety or financial institution executing the security shall be responsible for the payment of all costs and expenses incurred by the Building Official in causing such work to be performed, up to the full amount of the security. In the case of cash security or assignment, the Building Official may pay all costs and expenses incurred in causing such work to be performed from the funds deposited and return any unused portion of such deposit or funds to the person making said deposit or assignment.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)
J103.7.7 Right of entry.

The Building Official or the authorized representative of any surety company or financial institution furnishing the security shall have access to the premises described in the permit for the purpose of inspecting the work.

In the event of default, as described in Section J103.7.6, the surety or financial institution furnishing the security, or the Building Official, or any person employed or engaged on the behalf of any of these parties, shall have the right to go upon the premises to perform the mitigation work, as described in Section J103.7.6.

Neither the permittee, owner, or any other person shall interfere with or obstruct the ingress into or egress from any such premises of any authorized representative of the surety or financial institution executing the security or the Building Official engaged to perform the mitigation work, as described in Section J103.7.6. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 81, 2019.)

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FIGURE J103.2

GRADING EXEMPTION CASES
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 82, 2019.)
SECTION J104 PERMIT APPLICATION AND SUBMITTALS
J104.1 Submittal requirements.

In addition to the provisions of Section 106.4, the applicant shall state the following:

1. The estimated quantities of excavation, fill, borrow, removal, or combination thereof.

2. The proposed land use for the site on which the grading is to be performed. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 83, 2019.)
J104.2 Site plan requirements.

In addition to the provisions of Section 106, a grading plan shall show the existing grade and finished grade in contour intervals of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work and show in detail that it complies with the requirements of this Code. The plans shall show the existing grade on adjoining properties in sufficient detail to identify how grade changes will conform to the requirements of this Code.

As with the Grading Permit for Mine Reclamation Fills, the applicant shall prepare a Backfilling and Operation Plan for the both Underwater and/or Above-Water Fill operations in accordance with the City’s Guidelines for each respective fill operations. Also required as part of this Backfilling and Operation Plan submittal package is a complete site specific geotechnical evaluation report prepared in accordance with City’s Guidelines For Abovewater Backfilling of Open Pit Mines or the Guidelines for Underwater Backfilling For Open-Pit Mines. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 83, 2019.)
J104.2.1 Grading designation.

1. Grading above the groundwater table of natural soils involving less than 5,000 cubic yards (3825 m3) and that will not support any structure shall be designated “regular grading” unless the permittee chooses to have the grading be designated as engineered grading, or the Building Official determines that, due to the existence of special conditions or unusual hazards, the grading should be designated as engineered

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grading.

2. Grading above the groundwater table using natural soils in excess of 5,000 cubic yards (3825 m3) or that involving less than 5,000 cubic yards (3825 m3
) which is proposed to support any structure shall be
designated as “engineered grading.” All engineered grading shall be performed in accordance with an approved grading plan and specifications prepared by a civil engineer, unless otherwise required by the Building Official.

3. Grading involving placement of inert debris fill above the groundwater table shall be designated as an “above-water inert debris engineered fill”. These include, but are not limited to, all above-water inert debris engineered fills placed under the auspices of Title 14, Section 17388 of the California Code of Regulations.

4. Grading involving placement of fill below the groundwater table using any materials shall be designated as an “underwater engineered fill”. These include, but are not limited to, all underwater inert debris engineered fills placed under the auspices of Title 14, Section 17388 of the California Code of Regulations. . (Ord. 2019-0056 § 83, 2019.)
J104.2.2 Regular grading requirements.

In addition to the provisions of Sections 106 and J104.2, an application for a regular grading permit shall be accompanied by plans of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work. The plans shall give the location of the work, the name of the owner, and the name of the person who prepared the plan. The plan shall include the following information:

1. General vicinity of the proposed site.

2. Limits and depths of cut and fill.

3. Location of any buildings or structures where work is to be performed, and the location of any buildings or structures within 15 feet (4.6 m) of the proposed grading.

4. Contours, flow areas, elevations, or slopes that define existing and proposed drainage patterns.

5. Storm water mitigation measures in accordance with the requirements of Section 106.4.3 of this Code. See Section J110.8 for specific requirements.

6. Location of existing and proposed utilities, drainage facilities, and recorded public and private easements and restricted use areas.

7. Location of all recorded floodways as established by Chapter 11.60 of Title 11 - Health and Safety - of the Los Angeles County Code.

8. Location of all Special Flood Hazard Areas as designated and defined in Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 83, 2019.)
J104.2.3 Engineered grading requirements.

In addition to the provisions of Sections 106 and J104.2, an application for a permit for engineered grading shall be accompanied by plans and specifications, and supporting data consisting of a geotechnical report and engineering geology report.

Specifications shall contain information covering construction and material requirements. Plans shall be drawn to scale on paper and shall be of sufficient clarity to indicate the nature and extent of the work proposed

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and shall show in detail that the proposed work will conform to the provisions of this Code and all relevant laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations. The first sheet of the plans shall depict the location of the proposed work, the name and address of the owner, and the person by whom they were prepared.

The plans shall include or be accompanied by the following information:

1. General vicinity of the proposed site.

2. Property limits and accurate contours of existing ground and details of terrain and area drainage.

3. Limiting dimensions, elevations, or finish contours to be achieved by the grading, proposed drainage channels, and related construction.

4. Detailed plans of all surface and subsurface drainage devices, walls, cribbing, dams, and other protective devices to be constructed with, or as a part of, the proposed work. A map showing the drainage area and the estimated runoff of the area served by any drains shall also be provided.

5. Location of any existing or proposed buildings or structures located on the property on which the work is to be performed and the location of any buildings or structures on adjacent properties that are within 15 feet (4.6 m) of the property or that may be affected by the proposed grading operations.

6. Recommendations in the geotechnical report and the engineering geology report shall be incorporated into the grading plans or specifications. When approved by the Building Official, specific recommendations contained in the soils engineering report and the engineering geology report, that are applicable to grading, may be included by reference.

7. The dates of the geotechnical and engineering geology reports together with the names, addresses, and phone numbers of the firms or individuals who prepared the reports.

8. A statement of the quantities of material to be excavated and/or filled. Earthwork quantities shall include quantities for geotechnical and geological remediation. In addition, a statement of the quantities of material to be imported or exported from the site.

9. A statement of the estimated starting and completion dates for proposed work.

10. A statement signed by the owner, acknowledging that a Design Engineer, Field Engineer, Geotechnical Engineer, and Engineering Geologist, when appropriate, will be employed to perform the services required by this Code, when the Building Official requires that such professional persons be so employed. These acknowledgments shall be on a form furnished by the Building Official.

11. Storm water mitigation measures are required to be shown on the grading plan in accordance with the requirement of Section 106.4.3 of this Code. See Section J110.8 for specific requirements.

12. A drainage plan for those portions of property proposed to be utilized as a building site (building pad), including elevations of floors with respect to finish site grade and locations of proposed stoops, slabs, and fences that may affect drainage.

13. Location and type of any proposed private sewage disposal system, including the location of the expansion area.

14. Location of existing and proposed utilities, drainage facilities, and recorded public and private easements and restricted use areas.

15. Location of all recorded floodways as established by Chapter 11.60 of Title 11 - Health and Safety - of the Los Angeles County Code.

16. Location of all Special Flood Hazard Areas as designated and defined in Title 44 of the Code of Federal Regulations.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 83, 2019.)

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J104.2.4 Above-Water Inert Debris Engineered Fill Requirements.

All above-water inert debris engineered fills shall be designed, permitted, and constructed in accordance with the Guidelines for Above-Water Backfilling of Open Pit Mines, Irwindale, California, and Irwindale Mining Bulletin No.1, Settlement of Mine Backfills. If specific provisions of these Guidelines conflict with any other provisions of this Appendix, the Guidelines shall govern.

J104.2.5 Underwater Engineered Fill Requirements.

All underwater fills shall be designed, permitted, and constructed in accordance with the Guidelines for Underwater Backfilling of Open Pit Mines, Irwindale, California, and Irwindale Mining Bulletin No.1, Settlement of Mine Backfills. If specific provisions of these Guidelines conflict with any other provisions of this Appendix, the Guidelines shall govern.

J104.3 Geotechnical and engineering geology reports.

The geotechnical report required by Section J104.2.3 shall include data regarding the nature, distribution, and strength of existing soils, conclusions, and recommendations for grading procedures and design criteria for corrective measures, including buttress fills, when necessary, and an opinion on the adequacy for the intended use of sites to be developed by the proposed grading as affected by geotechnical factors, including the stability of slopes. All reports shall conform with the requirements of Section 111 and shall be subject to review by the Building Official. Supplemental reports and data may be required as the Building Official may deem necessary.

Recommendations included in the reports and approved by the Building Official shall be incorporated in the grading plan or specifications.

The engineering geology report required by Section J104.2.3 shall include an adequate description of the geology of the site, conclusions, and recommendations regarding the effect of geologic conditions on the proposed development, and an opinion on the adequacy for the intended use of sites to be developed by the proposed grading, as affected by geologic factors. The engineering geology report shall include a geologic map and cross sections utilizing the most recent grading plan as a base. All reports shall conform with the requirements of Section 111 and shall be subject to review by the Building Official. Supplemental reports and data may be required as the Building Official may deem necessary. Recommendations included in the reports and approved by the Building Official shall be incorporated in the grading plan or specifications.

Exception: A geotechnical or engineering geology report is not required where the Building Official determines that the nature of the work applied for is such that a report is not necessary. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 83, 2019.)
J104.4 Liquefaction study.

For sites with mapped maximum considered earthquake spectral response accelerations at short periods (S s ) greater than 0.5g as determined by Section 1613, a study of the liquefaction potential of the site shall be provided and the recommendations incorporated in the plans. A geotechnical investigation will be required when the proposed work is a "Project" as defined in California Public Resources Code section 2693, and is located in an area designated as a "Seismic Hazard Zone" as defined in section 3722 of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations and on Seismic Hazard Zone Maps issued by the State Geologist under Public Resources Code section 2696.

Exception: A liquefaction study is not required where the Building Official determines from established local data that the liquefaction potential is low.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 83, 2019.)

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SECTION J105 INSPECTIONS
J105.1 General.

Grading inspections shall be governed by Section 108 and as indicated herein. Grading operations for which a permit is required shall be subject to inspection by the Building Official. In addition, professional inspection of grading operations shall be performed by the Field Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer, and the Engineering Geologist retained to provide such services in accordance with this Section for engineered grading and as required by the Building Official for regular grading.

Grading inspections for above-water inert debris engineered fills and underwater engineered fills shall be in accordance with the Guidelines for Above-Water Backfilling of Open-Pit Mines, Irwindale, California, or the Guidelines for Underwater Backfilling of Open-Pit Mines, Irwindale, California, respectively. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)
J105.2 Special and supplemental inspections.

The special inspection requirements of Section 1705.6 shall apply to work performed under a grading permit where required by the Building Official. In addition to the called inspections specified in Section J105.7, the Building Official may make such other inspections as may be deemed necessary to determine that the work is being performed in conformance with the requirements of this Code. The Building Official may require investigations and reports by an approved soil testing agency, Geotechnical Engineer and/or Engineering Geologist, and Field Engineer. Inspection reports shall be provided when requested in writing by the Building Official.

The Building Official may require continuous inspection of drainage devices by the Field Engineer in accordance with this Section when the Building Official determines that the drainage devices are necessary for the protection of the structures in accordance with Section 110. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)
J105.3 Field engineer.

The Field Engineer shall provide professional inspection of those parts of the grading project within such engineer's area of technical specialty, oversee and coordinate all field surveys, set grade stakes, and provide site inspections during grading operations to ensure the site is graded in accordance with the approved grading plan and the appropriate requirements of this Code. During site grading, and at the completion of both rough grading and final grading, the Field Engineer shall submit statements and reports as required by Sections J105.11 and J105.12. If revised grading plans are required during the course of the work, they shall be prepared by a Civil Engineer and approved by the Building Official.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)
J105.4 Geotechnical engineer.

The Geotechnical Engineer shall provide professional inspection of those parts of the grading project within such engineer's area of technical specialty, which shall include observation during grading and testing for required compaction. The Geotechnical Engineer shall provide sufficient observation during the preparation of the natural ground and placement and compaction of the fill to verify that such work is being performed in accordance with the conditions of the approved plan and the appropriate requirements of this Appendix. If conditions differing

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from the approved geotechnical engineering and engineering geology reports are encountered during grading, the Geotechnical Engineer shall provide revised recommendations to the permittee, the Building Official, and the Field Engineer.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)
J105.5 Engineering geologist.

The Engineering Geologist shall provide professional inspection of those parts of the grading project within such engineer's area of technical specialty, which shall include professional inspection of the bedrock excavation to determine if conditions encountered are in conformance with the approved report. If conditions differing from the approved engineering geology report are encountered, the Engineering Geologist shall provide revised recommendations to the Geotechnical Engineer.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)
J105.6 Permittee.

The permittee shall be responsible for ensuring that the grading is performed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications and in conformance with the provisions of this Code. The permittee shall engage project consultants, if required under the provisions of this Code, to provide professional inspections on a timely basis. The permittee shall act as a coordinator between the project consultants, the contractor, and the Building Official. In the event of changed conditions, the permittee shall be responsible for informing the Building Official of such change and shall provide revised plans for approval.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)
J105.7 Required inspections.

The permittee shall call for an inspection by the Building Official at the following various stages of work and shall obtain the approval of the Building Official prior to proceeding to the next stage of work:

Pre-grade. Before any construction or grading activities occur at the site. Permittee shall schedule a pregrade inspection with the Building Official. The permittee shall ensure that all project consultants are present at the pre-grade inspection.

Initial grade. When the site has been cleared of vegetation and unapproved fill, and has been scarified, benched, or otherwise prepared for fill. No fill shall have been placed prior to this inspection.

Rough grade. When approximate final elevations have been established, drainage terraces, swales, and other drainage devices necessary for the protection of the building sites from flooding have been installed, berms have been installed at the top of the slopes, and the statements required by Section J105.12 have been received.

Final grade. When grading has been completed, all drainage devices necessary to drain the building pad have been installed, slope planting has been established, irrigation systems have been installed, and the as-built plans and required statements and reports have been submitted. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)

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J105.8 Notification of noncompliance.

If, in the course of fulfilling their respective duties under this Appendix, the Field Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer, or the Engineering Geologist determines that the work is not being done in conformance with this Appendix or the approved grading plans, the Field Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer, or the Engineering Geologist shall immediately report, in writing, the discrepancies and the recommended corrective measures to the permittee and to the Building Official.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)
J105.9 Transfer of responsibility.

If the Field Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer, or the Engineering Geologist of record is changed at any time after the grading plans required pursuant to Section J104.2.2 or J104.2.3 have been approved by the Building Official, the permittee shall immediately provide written notice of such change to the Building Official. The Building Official may stop the grading from commencing or continuing until the permittee has identified a replacement and the replacement has agreed in writing to assume responsibility for those parts of the grading project that are within the replacement's area of technical competence.

For mine reclamation backfills, if the Field Engineer, the Geotechnical Engineer, or the Engineering Geologist of record is changed at any time after the grading has commenced, the Permittee shall stop grading and notify the Building Official in writing within 48 hours. The Permittee shall not commence any grading until a replacement has been approved by the Building Official and the replacement has agreed in writing to assume responsibility, (Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)
J105.10 Non-inspected grading.

No person shall own, use, occupy, or maintain any non-inspected grading. For the purposes of this Code, noninspected grading shall be defined as any grading for which a grading permit was first obtained, pursuant to Section J103, above, but which has progressed beyond any point requiring inspection and approval by the Building Official without such inspection and approval having been obtained. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)
J105.11 Routine field inspections and reports.

Unless otherwise directed by the Building Official, the Field Engineer for all engineered grading projects shall prepare routine inspection reports and shall file these reports with the Building Official as follows:

1. Bi-weekly during all times when grading of 400 cubic yards or more per week is occurring on the site;

2. Monthly, at all other times; and

3. At any time when requested in writing by the Building Official.

Such reports shall certify to the Building Official that the Field Engineer has inspected the grading site and related activities and has found them in compliance with the approved grading plans and specifications, this Code, all grading permit conditions, and all other applicable ordinances and requirements. The reports shall conform to a standard "Report of Grading Activities" form, which shall be provided by the Building Official. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)

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J105.11.1 Above-Water Inert Debris Fills and Underwater Fills.

Unless otherwise directed by the Building Official, reports for above-water inert debris fills and for underwater fills shall be in accordance with the Guidelines for Above-Water Backfilling of Open-Pit Mines, Irwindale, California, or the Guidelines for Underwater Backfilling of Open-Pit Mines, Irwindale, California, respectively.

J105.12 Completion of work.

Upon completion of the rough grading work and at the final completion of the work, the following reports and drawings and supplements thereto are required for engineered grading or when professional inspection is otherwise required by the Building Official:

1. An "as-built" grading plan prepared by the Field Engineer retained to provide such services in accordance with Section J105.3 showing all plan revisions as approved by the Building Official. This shall include original ground surface elevations, as-built ground surface elevations, lot drainage patterns, and the locations and elevations of surface drainage facilities and the outlets of subsurface drains. As-built locations, elevations, and details of subsurface drains shall be shown as reported by the Geotechnical Engineer.

The as-built grading plan shall be accompanied by a certification by the Field Engineer that to the best of his or her knowledge, the work within the Field Engineer's area of responsibility was done in accordance with the final approved grading plan.

2. A report prepared by the Geotechnical Engineer retained to provide such services in accordance with Section J105.4, including locations and elevations of field density tests, summaries of field and laboratory tests, other substantiating data, and comments on any changes made during grading and their effect on the recommendations made in the approved geotechnical engineering investigation report. The report shall include a certification by the Geotechnical Engineer that, to the best of his or her knowledge, the work within the Geotechnical Engineer's area of responsibility is in accordance with the approved geotechnical engineering report and applicable provisions of this Appendix. The report shall contain a finding regarding the safety of the completed grading and any proposed structures against hazard from landslide, settlement, or slippage.

3. A report prepared by the Engineering Geologist retained to provide such services in accordance with Section J105.5, including a final description of the geology of the site and any new information disclosed during the grading and the effect of such new information, if any, on the recommendations incorporated in the approved grading plan. The report shall contain a certification by the Engineering Geologist that, to the best of his or her knowledge, the work within the Engineering Geologist's area of responsibility is in accordance with the approved engineering geology report and applicable provisions of this Appendix. The report shall contain a finding regarding the safety of the completed grading and any proposed structures against hazard from landslide, settlement, or slippage. The report shall contain a final as-built geologic map and crosssections depicting all the information collected prior to and during grading.

4. The grading contractor shall certify, on a form prescribed by the Building Official, that the grading conforms to said as-built plan and the approved specifications.

5. When a landscape permit is required by Section 490.1 of the California Department of Water Resources Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance, the Landscape Architect shall certify on a form prescribed by the Building Official that the landscaping conforms to approved landscape plans and specifications. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)

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J105.13 Notification of completion.

The permittee shall notify the Building Official when the grading operation is ready for final inspection. Final approval shall not be given until all work, including installation of all drainage facilities and their protective devices, and all erosion-control measures, have been completed in accordance with the final approved grading plan, and all required reports have been submitted and approved.

Upon completion of the requirements of Section J105.12 and J105.13 to the satisfaction of the Building Official, all fills placed during the permitted grading are considered to be certified. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)
J105.14 Change of ownership.

Unless otherwise required by the Building Official, when a grading permit has been issued on a site and the owner sells the property prior to final grading approval, the new property owner shall be required to obtain a new grading permit.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 84, 2019.)
SECTION J106 EXCAVATIONS
J106.1 Maximum cut slope.

The slope of cut surfaces shall be no steeper than is safe for the intended use, and shall be not more than one unit vertical in two units horizontal (50 percent slope) unless the owner or the owner's authorized agent furnishes a geotechnical or an engineering geology report, or both, justifying a steeper slope. The reports must contain a statement by the Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist that the site was investigated and an opinion that a steeper slope will be stable and will not create a hazard to public or private property, in conformance with the requirements of Section 111. The Building Official may require the slope of the cut surfaces to be flatter in slope than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical if the Building Official finds it necessary for the stability and safety of the slope.

Exception: A cut surface shall be permitted to be at a slope of 1.5 units horizontal to one unit vertical (67 percent slope) provided that all of the following are met:

1. It is not intended to support structures or surcharges.

2. It is adequately protected against erosion.

3. It is no more than 8 feet (2438 mm) in height.

4. It is approved by the Building Official.

5. Ground water is not encountered.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 85, 2019.)
SECTION J107 FILLS

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J107.1 General.

Unless otherwise recommended in the geotechnical report, fills shall comply with the provisions of this Section.

Exception:

1. The Building Official may permit a deviation from the provisions of this Appendix for minor fills not intended to support structures, where no geotechnical report has been prepared.

2. Above-water inert debris engineered fills and underwater engineered fills are exempt from the provisions of Section J107 and shall be placed as described in the Guidelines for Above-Water Backfilling of Open-Pit Mines, Irwindale, California, or the Guidelines for Underwater Backfilling of Open-Pit Mines, Irwindale, California, respectively.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 86, 2019.)
J107.2 Surface Preparation.

Fill slopes shall not be constructed on natural slopes steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50 percent slope). The ground surface shall be prepared to receive fill by removing vegetation, topsoil, and other unsuitable materials (including any existing fill that does not meet the requirements of this Appendix), and scarifying the ground to provide a bond with the fill material.

Subdrains shall be provided under all fills placed in natural drainage courses and in other locations where seepage is evident, except where the Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist recommends otherwise.

Such sub-drainage systems shall be of a material and design approved by the Geotechnical Engineer and acceptable to the Building Official. The Geotechnical Engineer shall provide continuous inspection during the process of subdrain installations. The location of the subdrains shall be shown on a plan prepared by the Geotechnical Engineer. Excavations for the subdrains shall be inspected by the Engineering Geologist when such subdrains are included in the recommendations of the Engineering Geologist. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 86, 2019.)
J107.3 Benching.

Where existing grade is at a slope steeper than one unit vertical in five units horizontal (20 percent slope) and the depth of the fill exceeds 5 feet (1524 mm), benching shall be provided into sound bedrock or other competent material as determined by the Geotechnical Engineer in accordance with Figure J107.3, or as determined by the Geotechnical Engineer. When fill is to be placed over a cut, a key shall be provided that is not less than 10 feet (3048 mm) in width and 2 feet (610 mm) in depth. The area beyond the toe of fill shall be sloped for sheet overflow or a paved drain shall be constructed thereon. The Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist, or both, shall inspect and approve the cut as being suitable for the foundation and placement of fill material before any fill material is placed on the excavation.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 86, 2019.)
J107.4 Fill material.

Fill material shall not include organic, frozen, or other deleterious materials. Rock or similar irreducible material greater than 12 inches (305 mm) in any dimension shall not be included in fills.

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Exception: The Building Official may permit placement of larger rock when the Geotechnical Engineer properly devises and recommends a method of placement, and continuously inspects the placement and approves the fill stability. The following requirements shall also apply:

1. Prior to issuance of the grading permit, potential rock disposal areas shall be delineated on the grading plan.

2. Rock sizes greater than 12 inches (0.3 m) in maximum dimension shall be 10 feet (3.0 m) or more below grade, measured vertically.

3. Rocks shall be placed so as to assure filling of all voids with well-graded soil.

4. The reports submitted by the Geotechnical Engineer shall acknowledge the placement of the oversized material and whether the work was performed in accordance with the engineer's recommendations and the approved plans.

5. The location of oversized rock dispersal areas shall be shown on the as-built plan. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 86, 2019.)
J107.5 Compaction.

All fill material shall be compacted to a minimum of 90 percent of maximum density as determined by ASTM D1557, Modified Proctor, in lifts not exceeding 12 inches (305 mm) in depth within 40 feet (12.2 m) below finished grade and 93 percent of maximum dry density deeper than 40 feet (12.2 m) below finished grade, unless a lower relative compaction (not less than 90 percent of maximum dry density) is justified by the Geotechnical Engineer and approved by the Building Official. Where ASTM D1557, Modified Proctor, is not applicable, a test acceptable to the Building Official shall be used.

Field density shall be determined by a method acceptable to the Building Official. However, not less than ten percent of the required density tests, uniformly distributed, shall be obtained by the Sand Cone Method.

Fill slopes steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50-percent slope) shall be constructed by the placement of soil a sufficient distance beyond the proposed finish slope to allow compaction equipment to operate at the outer surface limits of the final slope surface. The excess fill is to be removed prior to completion or rough grading. Other construction procedures may be utilized when it is first shown to the satisfaction of the Building Official that the angle of slope, construction method, and other factors will comply with the intent of this Section.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 86, 2019.)
J107.6 Maximum slope.

The slope of fill surfaces shall be not steeper than is safe for the intended use. Fill slopes steeper than one unit vertical in two units horizontal (50-percent slope) shall be justified by geotechnical reports conforming to the requirements of Section 111, containing a statement by the Geotechnical Engineer that the site has been investigated and an opinion that a steeper fill slope will be stable and will not create a hazard to public or private property. Substantiating calculations and supporting data may be required where the Building Official determines that such information is necessary to verify the stability and safety of the proposed slope. The Building Official may require the fill slope to be constructed with a face flatter in slope than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50- percent slope) if the Building Official finds it necessary for stability and safety of the slope. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 86, 2019.)

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J107.7 Slopes to receive fill.

Where fill is to be placed above the top of an existing slope steeper than 3 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (33- percent slope), the toe of the fill shall be set back from the top edge of the existing slope a minimum distance of 6 feet (1.8 m) measured horizontally or such other distance as may be specifically recommended by a Geotechnical Engineer or Engineering Geologist and approved by the Building Official. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 86, 2019.)
J107.8 Inspection of fill.

For engineered grading, the Geotechnical Engineer shall provide sufficient inspections during the preparation of the natural ground and the placement and compaction of the fill to ensure that the work is performed in accordance with the conditions of plan approval and the appropriate requirements of this Appendix. In addition to the above, the Geotechnical Engineer shall provide continuous inspection during the entire fill placement and compaction of fills that will exceed a vertical height or depth of 30 feet (9.1 m) or result in a slope surface steeper than 2 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (50-percent slope). (Ord. 2019-0056 § 86, 2019.)
J107.9 Testing of fills.

Sufficient tests of the fill soils shall be made to determine the density and to verify compliance of the soil properties with the design requirements. This includes soil types and shear strengths in accordance with Section J111 Referenced Standards.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 86, 2019.)
SECTION J108 SETBACKS
J108.1 General.

Cut and fill slopes shall be set back from the property lines in accordance with this Section. Setback dimensions shall be measured perpendicular to the property line and shall be as shown in Figure J108.1, unless substantiating data is submitted justifying reduced setbacks and reduced setbacks are recommended in a geotechnical engineering and engineering geology report approved by the Building Official. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 87, 2019.)
J108.2 Top of slope.

The setback at the top of a cut slope shall be not less than that shown in Figure J108.1, or than is required to accommodate any required interceptor drains, whichever is greater. For graded slopes, the property line between adjacent lots shall be at the apex of the berm at the top of the slope. Property lines between adjacent lots shall not be located on a graded slope steeper than 5 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (20- percent slope). (Ord. 2019-0056 § 87, 2019.)

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J108.3 Toe of fill slope protection.

The setback from the toe of a fill slope shall not be less than that shown by Figure J108.1. Where required to protect adjacent properties at the toe of a slope from adverse effects of the grading, additional protection, approved by the Building Official, shall be included. Examples of such protection may include but shall not be limited to:

1. Setbacks greater than those required by Figure J108.1.

2. Provisions for retaining walls or similar construction.

3. Erosion protection of the fill slopes.

4. Provision for the control of surface waters.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 87, 2019.)
J108.4 Alternate setbacks.

The Building Official may approve alternate setbacks if he or she determines that no hazard to life or property will be created or increased. The Building Official may require an investigation and recommendation by a qualified engineer or Engineering Geologist to justify any proposed alternate setback. (Ord. 2019-0056 § 87, 2019.)
FIGURE J108.1

SETBACK DIMENSIONS
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 88, 2019.)
SECTION J109 DRAINAGE AND TERRACING
J109.1 General.

Unless otherwise recommended by a licensed Civil Engineer and approved by the Building Official, drainage facilities and terracing shall be provided in accordance with the requirements of Section J109.2 for all cut and fill slopes 3 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (33-percent slope) and steeper.

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For slopes flatter than 3 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (33-percent slope) and steeper than 5 units horizontal to 1 unit vertical (20-percent slope), a paved swale or ditch shall be installed at 30 foot (9.1 m) vertical intervals to control surface drainage and debris. Swales shall be sized based on contributory area and have adequate capacity to convey intercepted waters to the point of disposal as defined in Section J109.5. Swales must be paved with reinforced concrete not less than 3 inches (0.08 m) in thickness, reinforced with 6-inch (0.2 m) by 6- inch (0.2 m) No. 10 by No. 10 welded wire fabric or equivalent reinforcing centered in the concrete slab or an equivalent approved by the Building Official. Swales must have a minimum flow line depth of 1 foot (0.3 m) and a minimum paved width of 18 inches (0.5 m). Swales shall have a minimum gradient of not less than 5 percent.

There shall be no reduction in grade along the direction of flow unless the velocity of flow is such that slope debris will remain in suspension on the reduced grade.

Exception: Mine sites covered by a conditional use permit and reclamation plan shall use drainage and terracing that conforms to the Guidelines for Drainage and Erosion Control for Open-Pit Mines, Irwindale, California in lieu of the requirements outlined in Section J109.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 89, 2019.)
J109.2 Drainage terraces.

Drainage terraces not less than 8 feet (2.4 m) in width shall be established at not more than 30-foot (9144 mm) vertical intervals on all cut or fill slopes to control surface drainage and debris. When only one terrace is required, it shall be at mid-height. For cut or fill slopes greater than 100 feet (30.5 m) and up to 120 feet (36.6 m) in vertical height, one terrace at approximately mid-height shall be 20 feet (6.1 m) in width. Terrace widths and spacing for cut and fill slopes greater than 120 feet (36.6 m) in height shall be designed by the Civil Engineer and approved by the Building Official. Suitable access shall be provided to permit proper cleaning and maintenance.

Drainage swales on terraces shall have a longitudinal grade of not less than 5 percent nor more than 12 percent and a minimum depth of 1 foot (0.3 m) at the flow line. There shall be no reduction in grade along the direction of flow unless the velocity of flow is such that slope debris will remain in suspension on the reduced grade. Drainage swales must be paved with reinforced concrete not less than 3 inches (0.8 m) in thickness, reinforced with 6-inch (0.2 m) by 6-inch (0.2 m) No. 10 by No. 10 welded wire fabric or equivalent reinforcing centered in the concrete slab or an approved equal paving. Drainage swales shall have a minimum depth at the deepest point of 1 foot (0.3 m) and a minimum paved width of 5 feet (1.5 m). Drainage swales on terraces shall be sized based on contributory area and have adequate capacity to convey intercepted waters to the point of disposal as defined in Section J109.5. Downdrains or drainage outlets shall be provided at approximately 300 foot (91.4 m) intervals along the drainage terrace or at equivalent locations. Down drains and drainage outlets shall be of approved materials and of adequate capacity to convey the intercepted waters to the point of disposal as defined in Section J109.5.
(Ord. 2019-0056 § 89, 2019.)
J109.3 Interceptor drains and overflow protection.

Berms, interceptor drains, swales, or other devices shall be installed along the top of cut slopes to prevent surface waters from overflowing onto and damaging the face of a slope. Berms used for slope protection shall not be less than 12 inches (0.3 m) above the level of the pad and shall slope back at least 4 feet (1.2 m) from the top of the slope.

Interceptor drains shall be installed along the top of graded slopes greater than 5 feet in height receiving drainage from a slope with a tributary width greater than 30 feet (9.1 m), measured horizontally. They shall have a minimum depth of 1 foot (305 mm) and a minimum width of 3 feet (915 mm). The slope shall be approved by the