La Cañada Flintridge City Council
June 3, 2026

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Notice and Agenda
Special Meeting
of the
La Cañada Flintridge City Council
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 3:30 PM
City Hall
One Civic Center Drive
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
(and via Zoom Teleconference at
1057 Morewood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213)
Kim Bowman, Mayor
Jeanne K. Hobson, Mayor Pro Tem
Michael T. Davitt, Councilmember
Keith Eich, Councilman (via teleconference)
Stephanie Fossan, Councilmember

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*Councilman Keith Eich will be attending the meeting on June 3, 2026, remotely from an alternate teleconference location. The alternate teleconference location is open to the public. Members of the public may participate in person at either the City Hall Council Chambers or the alternate location at 1057 Morewood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213.

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3:30 PM City Council Special Meeting
Call to Order
Roll Call Kim Bowman, Mayor
Jeanne K. Hobson, Mayor Pro Tem
Michael T. Davitt, Councilmember
Keith Eich, Councilman (via teleconference)
Stephanie Fossan, Councilmember
Pledge of Allegiance
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Item for Consideration
1) Review of Fiscal Year 2026-27 Preliminary Budget; and the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Council Consideration Items
Comments from the City Council
Comments from City Staff
Adjournment
Motion to Adjourn
I certify under penalty of perjury that the agenda was posted on the City Hall bulletin board at One Civic Center Drive at least 24 hours prior to the meeting, in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2.

Tania Garcia
City Clerk

Preliminary

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Preliminary Budget
Table of Contents
Section One: Introduction
Budget Message ..........................................................................................................................- Budget Philosophy .......................................................................................................................- Organizational Structure ..............................................................................................................- Section Two: Financial and Personnel Summaries
Table 2-1: Revenues, Expenditures, and Changes in Fund Balance ............................................... 1 Table 2-2: Summary of Revenues by Fund ................................................................................... 3 Table 2-3: Summary of Expenditures by Fund .............................................................................. 5 Table 2-4: Summary of Expenditures by Department (All Funds) .................................................. 7 Table 2-5: Budgeted Employees by Department .......................................................................... 9 Section Three: General Fund Summary Schedules
Table 3-1: General Fund Overview ............................................................................................. 12 Table 3-2: General Fund Revenues by Account .......................................................................... 14 Table 3-3: General Fund Expenditures by Department and Program ............................................ 17 Table 3-4: General Fund Expenditures by Account Type .............................................................. 19 Table 3-5: Personnel Costs by Account ...................................................................................... 21 Table 3-6: General Fund Financial Metrics ................................................................................. 23 Section Four: General Fund Programs by Department
Section 4.A: Policy and Executive Management Department

4.A.1: Policy and Executive Management Division
City Council (01) ............................................................................................................... 26 Legal Services (02) ............................................................................................................ 28

4.A.2: City Manager OƯice Division
City Manager (03) .............................................................................................................. 30 Human Resources (07) ...................................................................................................... 32 Risk Management and General Services (12) ...................................................................... 34 Public Information and Special Events (13) ......................................................................... 36 Public Safety (21) .............................................................................................................. 38 City-LCUSD Programs and Facilities (32) ............................................................................ 40 Community Group Support (33) ......................................................................................... 42 Accessibility Improvements (54) ........................................................................................ 45 Section 4.B: Administration and Public Services Department

4.B.1: Administrative Services Division
Administration (09) ............................................................................................................ 47 City Clerk (04) ................................................................................................................... 49 Election (08) ...................................................................................................................... 51 Non-Departmental (06) ..................................................................................................... 53 Information Technology (11)............................................................................................... 55

4.B.2: Parks, Recreation, and Culture Division
Parks and Recreation (31) .................................................................................................. 57

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Lanterman Auditorium (50) ................................................................................................ 59 Section 4.C: Finance Department
Finance (10) ..................................................................................................................... 61 Section 4.D: Community Development Department

4.D.1: Planning Division
Community Development (05) ........................................................................................... 63 Planning (25) ..................................................................................................................... 65

4.D.2: Building and Safety Division
Building and Safety (26) ..................................................................................................... 67

4.D.3: Code Enforcement Division
Code Enforcement (27) ..................................................................................................... 69 Section 4.E: Public Works Department

4.E.1: Public Works and Engineering Division
Public Works (42) .............................................................................................................. 71 Engineering (43) ................................................................................................................ 74 Landscape, Trails and Rights-of-Way (45) ........................................................................... 76

4.E.2: Solid Waste and Environmental Quality Division
Solid Waste (52) ................................................................................................................ 78 Storm Water/NPDES (53) ................................................................................................... 80

4.E.3: Facilities Division
Lanterman House (49) ....................................................................................................... 82 Civic Center (55) ............................................................................................................... 84 Section Five: Special Purpose Funds
Section 5.A: Public Safety Grant Funds
Traffic Safety (02) .............................................................................................................. 86 Supplemental Law Enforcement Services (SLESF) (35) ....................................................... 88 Section 5.B: Environmental Quality and Community Assistance Funds Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) (11) ............................................................ 90 Measure W (18) ................................................................................................................. 92 Air Quality Management District (AQMD) (37) ..................................................................... 94 Section 5.C: Sewer and Sanitation Funds
Sanitation (20) ................................................................................................................... 96 Sewer Debt Service - 98-1 (23) ........................................................................................... 98 Sewer Improvement-02-1 (24) ......................................................................................... 100 Sewer Redemption - 02-1 (25) .......................................................................................... 102 Sewer Debt Service - 02-1 (26) ......................................................................................... 104 Sewer Improvement- 04-1 (41) ......................................................................................... 106 Sewer Redemption - 04-1 (42) ......................................................................................... 108 Sewer Debt Service - 04-1 (43) ......................................................................................... 110 Sewer Maintenance - 04-1 (44) ......................................................................................... 112 Section 5.D: Street and Transportation Funds
State Gas Tax (03) ............................................................................................................ 114

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Transportation Development Act (05) ............................................................................... 116 Proposition A (30) ............................................................................................................ 118 Proposition C (29) ........................................................................................................... 120 Measure M (27) ............................................................................................................... 122 Measure R (28) ................................................................................................................ 124 Section 5.E: Capital and Major Project Funds
Bonds and Grants (04) ..................................................................................................... 126 Federal Emergency/ARPA (07) .......................................................................................... 128 Capital Projects (31) ........................................................................................................ 131 Property Acquisition (38) ................................................................................................. 146 Civic Center Debt Service (39) ......................................................................................... 148 Section Six: Council Consideration Items
Council Consideration Items .................................................................................................. 150 Section Seven: Appendix
City Council’s Budget Resolution .................................................................................................- GANN Appropriation Limit ...........................................................................................................- Glossary......................................................................................................................................-

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge

Section One: Introduction

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Two: Financial
and Personnel Summaries

TABLE 2-1: REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE FY 2026-27 Budget
Fund
# Fund Name
Beginning
Fund Balance Revenue Transfers In Expenditures Transfers Out Change in
Fund Balance
Ending Fund
Balance
1 General 26,568,221 26,692,770 833,935 25,627,300 1,031,100 868,305 27,436,526 Public Safety Grant Funds
2 Traffic Safety 0 63,000 0 0 63,000 0 0
35 SLESF (2) 210,640 0 0 210,640 0 (2)
Subtotal (2) 273,640 0 0 273,640 0 (2)
Environmental Quality and Community Assistance Funds
11 CDBG 1 57,820 0 57,820 0 0 1
18 Measure W 1,143,946 400,650 0 218,500 0 182,150 1,326,096 37 AQMD 76,659 29,630 0 0 0 29,630 106,289
Subtotal 1,220,605 488,100 0 276,320 0 211,780 1,432,385 Sewer and Sanitation Funds
20 Sanitation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
23 Sewer DS - 98-1 59,127 930 0 0 0 930 60,057
24 Sewer Imp - 02-1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
25 Sewer Red - 02-1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
26 Sewer DS - 02-1 569,097 12,170 0 0 0 12,170 581,267
41 Sewer Imp - 04-1 1,368,706 32,970 0 0 0 32,970 1,401,676 42 Sewer Red - 04-1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
43 Sewer DS - 04-1 2,821,524 111,000 0 1,698,150 0 (1,587,150) 1,234,374 44 Sewer Maint 04-1 1,360,361 388,970 0 314,900 0 74,070 1,434,431 Subtotal 6,178,815 546,040 0 2,013,050 0 (1,467,010) 4,711,805 Streets and Transportation Funds
3 Gas Tax 625,064 1,184,210 155,600 710,600 438,930 190,280 815,344 5 Trans Dev Act 0 16,960 0 0 0 16,960 16,960
30 Proposition A 418,471 546,560 0 757,780 150,000 (361,220) 57,251 29 Proposition C 97,673 472,620 0 11,890 84,300 376,430 474,103 27 Measure M 500,584 384,400 0 0 90,000 294,400 794,984 28 Measure R 444,511 349,060 0 0 75,000 274,060 718,571 Subtotal 2,086,303 2,953,810 155,600 1,480,270 838,230 790,910 2,877,213 Capital and Major Project Funds
4 Bonds & Grants (0) 0 0 0 0 0 (0)
7 Fed Emerg/ARPA 260,035 12,600 0 0 272,635 (260,035) 0 31 Capital Projects 7,243,736 686,060 1,078,890 8,585,080 264,160 (7,084,290) 159,446 38 Property Acq 204,995 0 0 200,000 0 (200,000) 4,995
39 Civic Center DS 1,299,027 13,170 611,340 276,340 0 348,170 1,647,197 Subtotal 9,007,794 711,830 1,690,230 9,061,420 536,795 (7,196,155) 1,811,639 Total - All Funds $45,061,736 $31,666,190 $2,679,765 $38,458,360 $2,679,765 ($6,792,170) $38,269,566 City of La Cañada Flintridge 1 FY 2026-27 Budget

REVENUE, EXPENDITURES, AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCE
FY 2026-27 Budget
Ending Fund Balance ($ amount) by Fund Group, FY 2024-25 Budget General Fund
Env/Comm Assis.

Sewer/Sanitation
Streets/Trnsprtn
Capital/Major Proj.
$27.44 $1.43
$4.71
$2.88 $1.81
General Fund
Env/Comm Assis.

Sewer/Sanitation
Streets/Trnsprtn
Capital/Major Proj.

Millions
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
$35
$40
$45
Ending Fund Balance ($ amount) by Fund Group, FY 2026-27 Budget General Fund
72%
Env/Comm Assis.
4%
Sewer/Sanitation
12%
Streets/Trnsprtn
7%
Capital/Major Proj.
5%
Ending Fund Balance (% of total) by Fund Group, FY 2026-27 Budget City of La Cañada Flintridge 2 FY 2026-27 Budget

TABLE 2-2: SUMMARY OF REVENUES BY FUND
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
1 General 23,597,860 28,180,258 25,957,990 26,442,650 26,692,770 Public Safety Grant Funds
2 Traffic Safety 90,828 61,762 59,700 46,500 63,000
35 SLESF 188,983 196,714 201,770 205,740 210,640
Subtotal 279,811 258,476 261,470 252,240 273,640
Environmental Quality and Community Assistance Funds
11 CDBG 48,360 73,105 58,000 58,000 57,820
18 Measure W 398,153 406,084 390,980 402,860 400,650
37 AQMD 37,902 32,042 33,120 30,280 29,630
Subtotal 484,415 511,230 482,100 491,140 488,100
Sewer and Sanitation Funds
20 Sanitation 10,269 0 0 0 0
23 Sewer DS - 98-1 2,090 2,003 1,020 1,020 930
24 Sewer Imp - 02-1 0 0 0 0 0
25 Sewer Red - 02-1 369 1,890 0 0 0
26 Sewer DS - 02-1 109,822 59,074 14,600 13,370 12,170
41 Sewer Imp - 04-1 47,924 45,937 30,850 36,230 32,970
42 Sewer Red - 04-1 273,574 4,051 0 230 0
43 Sewer DS - 04-1 235,029 164,501 123,800 121,980 111,000 44 Sewer Maint 04-1 371,697 390,664 364,630 383,630 388,970 Subtotal 1,050,774 668,121 534,900 556,460 546,040
Streets and Transportation Funds
3 Gas Tax 1,105,316 1,147,736 1,121,630 1,128,640 1,184,210 5 Trans Dev Act 23,500 20,473 16,020 16,020 16,960
30 Proposition A 567,032 552,159 529,190 539,070 546,560 29 Proposition C 487,799 488,019 451,010 476,130 472,620 27 Measure M 420,150 402,050 379,020 379,030 384,400
28 Measure R 360,674 361,492 330,790 345,300 349,060
Subtotal 2,964,471 2,971,930 2,827,660 2,884,190 2,953,810 Capital and Major Project Funds
4 Bonds & Grants 30,532 33,023 0 0 0
7 Fed Emerg/ARPA 2,704,098 1,084,756 698,220 1,148,037 12,600 31 Capital Projects 3,689,367 6,598,316 2,663,620 1,197,920 686,060 38 Property Acq 0 0 0 0 0
39 Civic Center DS 21,734 26,321 15,720 15,090 13,170
Subtotal 6,445,732 7,742,416 3,377,560 2,361,047 711,830 Total - All Funds $34,823,063 $40,332,432 $33,441,680 $32,987,727 $31,666,190 City of La Cañada Flintridge 3 FY 2026-27 Budget

SUMMARY OF REVENUES BY FUND
$34.8
$40.3
$33.4 $33.0 $31.7
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
$35
$40
$45
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Millions
Revenue ($ amount) by Fund Group
Streets/Trnsprtn
Sewer/Sanitation
Env Qual/Comm Assis.

Public Safety Grants
Capital/Major Proj.

General Fund
General Fund
84%
Public Safety Grants
1%
Env Qual/Comm Assis.
2% Sewer/Sanitation
2%
Streets/Trnsprtn
9%
Capital/Major Proj.
2%
Revenue (% of total) by Fund Group, FY 2026-27 Budget
City of La Cañada Flintridge 4 FY 2026-27 Budget

TABLE 2-3: SUMMARY OF EXPENDITURES BY FUND
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
1 General 20,631,245 21,855,686 25,205,400 21,390,546 25,627,300 Public Safety Grant Funds
2 Traffic Safety 0 0 0 0 0
35 SLESF 226,605 0 0 0 0
Subtotal 226,605 0 0 0 0
Environmental Quality and Community Assistance Funds
11 CDBG 48,360 73,104 58,000 58,000 57,820
18 Measure W 265,456 104,328 223,500 160,000 218,500
37 AQMD 1,621 88,608 81,930 81,930 0
Subtotal 315,438 266,040 363,430 299,930 276,320
Sewer and Sanitation Funds
20 Sanitation 10,269 0 0 0 0
23 Sewer DS - 98-1 0 0 0 0 0
24 Sewer Imp - 02-1 0 0 0 0 0
25 Sewer Red - 02-1 0 0 0 0 0
26 Sewer DS - 02-1 888,364 888,376 0 0 0
41 Sewer Imp - 04-1 0 0 0 0 0
42 Sewer Red - 04-1 17,068 0 0 0 0
43 Sewer DS - 04-1 1,699,627 1,698,152 1,698,150 1,698,150 1,698,150 44 Sewer Maint 04-1 205,939 187,711 254,050 210,700 314,900 Subtotal 2,821,267 2,774,239 1,952,200 1,908,850 2,013,050 Streets and Transportation Funds
3 Gas Tax 700,517 578,003 680,600 700,300 710,600
5 Trans Dev Act 0 0 0 0 0
30 Proposition A 744,844 649,592 675,590 686,010 757,780 29 Proposition C 2,775 152,800 2,800 2,800 11,890
27 Measure M 7,000 0 0 0 0
28 Measure R 50,675 1,330 5,000 1,500 0
Subtotal 1,505,810 1,381,725 1,363,990 1,390,610 1,480,270 Capital and Major Project Funds
4 Bonds & Grants 2,367 9,847 0 0 0
7 Fed Emerg/ARPA 458,668 672,443 463,660 235,850 0
31 Capital Projects 9,551,836 6,681,682 14,405,850 5,695,010 8,585,080 38 Property Acq 0 0 265,000 65,000 200,000
39 Civic Center DS 277,616 277,206 276,780 276,780 276,340 Subtotal 10,290,487 7,641,177 15,411,290 6,272,640 9,061,420 Total - All Funds $35,790,853 $33,918,867 $44,296,310 $31,262,576 $38,458,360 City of La Cañada Flintridge 5 FY 2026-27 Budget

SUMMARY OF EXPENDITURES BY FUND
$35.8 $33.9
$44.3
$31.3
$38.5
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
$35
$40
$45
$50
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Millions
Expenditure ($ amount) by Fund Group
Streets/Trnsprtn
Sewer/Sanitation
Env Qual/Comm Assis.

Public Safety Grants
Capital/Major Proj.

General Fund
General Fund
67%
Public Safety Grants
0%
Env Qual/Comm
Assis.
1%
Sewer/Sanitation
5%
Streets/Trnsprtn
4% Capital/Major Proj.
23%
Expenditure (% of total) by Fund Group, FY 2026-27 Budget City of La Cañada Flintridge 6 FY 2026-27 Budget

TABLE 2-4: SUMMARY OF EXPENDITURES BY DEPARTMENT (ALL FUNDS) 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Policy and Executive Management
1 General 2,634,690 1,612,879 2,067,600 1,882,940 12,438,110 2 Traffic Safety 0 0 0 0 0
35 SLESF 0 0 0 0 0
38 Property Acq 0 0 0 0 200,000
Subtotal 2,634,690 1,612,879 2,067,600 1,882,940 12,638,110 Administration and Public Services
1 General 8,561,619 13,156,214 14,465,780 12,002,766 2,796,880 2 Traffic Safety 0 0 0 0 0
4 Bonds & Grants 2,367 9,847 0 0 0
35 SLESF 226,605 0 0 0 0
38 Property Acq 0 0 265,000 65,000 0
Subtotal 8,790,592 13,166,061 14,730,780 12,067,766 2,796,880 Finance
1 General 2,202,905 1,190,691 1,061,500 1,016,760 1,074,260 23 Sewer DS - 98-1 0 0 0 0 0
26 Sewer DS - 02-1 888,364 888,376000
43 Sewer DS - 04-1 1,699,627 1,698,152 1,698,150 1,698,150 1,698,150 39 Civic Center DS 277,616 277,206 276,780 276,780 276,340 Subtotal 5,068,512 4,054,424 3,036,430 2,991,690 3,048,750 Community Development
1 General 3,040,205 3,112,727 4,213,980 3,727,120 4,116,520 11 CDBG 48,360 73,104 58,000 58,000 57,820
Subtotal 3,088,565 3,185,831 4,271,980 3,785,120 4,174,340 Public Works
1 General 4,191,827 2,783,175 3,396,540 2,760,960 5,201,530 3 Gas Tax 700,517 578,003 680,600 700,300 710,600
5 Trans Dev Act 0 0 0 0 0
7 Fed Emerg/ARPA 458,668 672,443 463,660 235,850 0
18 Measure W 265,456 104,328 223,500 160,000 218,500
20 Sanitation 10,269 0 0 0 0
24 Sewer Imp - 02-1 0 0 0 0 0
25 Sewer Red - 02-1 0 0 0 0 0
27 Measure M 7,000 0 0 0 0
28 Measure R 50,675 1,330 5,000 1,500 0
29 Proposition C 2,775 152,800 2,800 2,800 11,890
30 Proposition A 744,844 649,592 675,590 686,010 757,780 31 Capital Projects 9,551,836 6,681,682 14,405,850 5,695,010 8,585,080 37 AQMD 1,621 88,608 81,930 81,930 0
41 Sewer Imp - 04-1 0 0 0 0 0
42 Sewer Red - 04-1 17,068 0 0 0 0
44 Sewer Maint 04-1 205,939 187,711 254,050 210,700 314,900 Subtotal 16,208,495 11,899,672 20,189,520 10,535,060 15,800,280 Total - All Funds $35,790,853 $33,918,867 $44,296,310 $31,262,576 $38,458,360 City of La Cañada Flintridge 7 FY 2026-27 Budget

SUMMARY OF EXPENDITURES BY DEPARTMENT (ALL FUNDS)
$35.8 $33.9
$44.3
$31.3
$38.5
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
$35
$40
$45
$50
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Millions
EXPENDITURE ($ AMOUNT) BY DEPARTMENT
Policy & Exe Mgt
Finance
Community Dev
Admin & Pub Srvs
Public Works
$12.4
$4.1
$1.1
$2.8
$5.2
$0.06
$2.0
$0.00
$10.6
$0 $5 $10 $15 $20
Policy & Exe Mgt
Community Dev
Finance
Admin & Pub Srvs
Public Works

MILLIONS
EXPENDITURE ($) BY DEPARTMENT & FUND TYPE,
FY 2026-27 BUDGET
General Fund Special Purpose Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 8 FY 2026-27 Budget

TABLE 2-5: BUDGETED EMPLOYEES BY DEPARTMENT
2026-27

POLICY AND EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT
Policy and Executive Management Division
City Council Member (PT) 5
City Manager Office Division
City Manager (FT) 1
Assistant City Manager (FT) 1
Senior Management Analyst (FT) 1
Management Intern (PT) 1
Administrative Assistant (FT) 1
Human Resources Manager (PT) 1
Management Analyst (PT) 1
Community Liason Officer (PT) 1
Full-Time Employees 4
Part-Time Employees 9

ADMINISTRATION AND PUBLIC SERVICES
Administrative Services Division
Administrative Services Director (FT) 1
Management Analyst (FT) 1
City Clerk (FT) 1
Deputy City Clerk (FT) 1
Information Technology Specialist (FT) 1
Parks, Recreation and Culture Division
Assistant Director, Admin Srvs (FT) 1
Lanterman Auditorium Manager (PT) 1
Lanterman Auditorium Technician (PT) 4
Full-Time Employees 6
Part-Time Employees 5

FINANCE
Finance Director (FT) 1
Senior Accountant (FT) 1
Accountant (FT) 1
Management Analyst (FT) 1
Accounting Technician (PT) 1
Treasurer (PT) 1
Full-Time Employees 4
Part-Time Employees 2
City of La Cañada Flintridge 9 FY 2026-27 Budget

TABLE 2-5: BUDGETED EMPLOYEES BY DEPARTMENT (continued) 2026-27

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Planning Division
Community Development Director (FT) 1
Senior Management Analyst II (FT) 1
Management Analyst (FT) 1
Assistant Director, Comm Dev. (FT) 1
Planner (FT) 1
Associate Planner (FT) 1
Assistant Planner (FT) 1
Planning Intern (PT) 1
Building and Safety Division
Permit Center Coordinator (FT) 1
Permit Technician (FT) 1
Permit Technician (PT) 1
Code Enforcement Division 0
Full-Time Employees 9
Part-Time Employees 2

PUBLIC WORKS
Public Works and Engineering Division
Public Works Director (FT) 1
Senior Management Analyst II (FT) 1
Public Works Intern (PT) 1
Principal Engineer (FT) 1
Senior Civil Engineer (FT) 1
Senior Public Works Inspector (FT) 1
Division Manager (FT) 1
Management Analyst (FT) 1
Maintenance Assistant (PT) 1
Solid Waste and Environmental Quality Division
Management Analyst (FT) 1
Full-Time Employees 9
Part-Time Employees 2
Total Full-Time Employees 32
Total Part-Time Employees 20
(1) Code Enforcement services are provided via contract (2) Part-Time employees are not expressed as full-time equivalents, and include 5 City Council Members and the appointed City Treasurer
(1)
City of La Cañada Flintridge 10 FY 2026-27 Budget

BUDGETED EMPLOYEES BY DEPARTMENT
Part-Time employees are not expressed as full-time equivalents, and include 5 City Council Members and the appointed City Treasurer
9 9
6 4
4 2
2 5
2 9

PUBLIC WORKS

COMM DEV

ADMIN & PUBLIC SRVS

FINANCE

POLICY & EXEC MGMT

NUMBER OF BUDGETED EMPLOYEES BY
DEPARTMENT, FY 2026-27 BUDGET
Full-Time (32) Part-Time (20)
City of La Cañada Flintridge 11 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge

Section Three:

General Fund Summary
Schedule

TABLE 3-1: GENERAL FUND OVERVIEW
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $16,183,502 $20,051,980 $25,483,837 $25,483,837 $26,568,221 Revenue 23,597,860 28,180,258 25,957,990 26,442,650 26,692,770 Total Revenue $23,597,860 $28,180,258 $25,957,990 $26,442,650 $26,692,770 Transfers In
01-00-9102 Transfers In - Traffic Safety Fund (2) 90,828 61,762 59,700 46,500 63,000 01-00-9104 Transfers In - Bnds & Grnts Fund (4) 00000
01-00-9107 Transfers In - ARPA Fund (7) 1,942,243 273,805 392,330 392,330 272,635 01-00-9111 Transfers In - CDBG Fund (11) 00000
01-00-9128 Transfers In - Mea R Fund (28) 0 52,000 59,500 59,500 0 01-00-9129 Transfers In - Prop C Fund (29) 0 0 0 0 23,500 01-00-9130 Transfers In - Prop A Fund (30) 16,362 10,552 23,500 23,500 0 01-00-9131 Transfers In - Cap Proj Fund (31) 851,082 153,765 539,980 516,350 264,160 01-00-9135 Transfers In - SLESF Fund (35) 0 177,740 201,770 225,560 210,640 01-00-9142 Transfers In - Swr Red 04-1 Fund (42) 20,5820000 Total Transfers In $2,921,097 $729,623 $1,276,780 $1,263,740 $833,935 Total Revenue and Transfers In $26,518,957 $28,909,881 $27,234,770 $27,706,390 $27,526,705 Expenditures 20,631,245 21,855,686 25,205,400 21,390,546 25,627,300 Total Expenditures $20,631,245 $21,855,686 $25,205,400 $21,390,546 $25,627,300 Transfers Out
01-00-9203 Transfers Out - Gas Tax Fund (3) 133,422 146,057 146,100 151,000 155,600 01-00-9204 Transfers Out - Bnds & Grnts Fund (4) 00000
01-00-9231 Transfers Out - Cap Proj Fund (31) 1,398,575 1,042,080 4,468,680 4,468,680 264,160 01-00-9235 Transfers Out - SLESF Fund (35) 38,4660000
01-00-9237 Transfers Out - AQMD (37) 11,7200000
01-00-9238 Transfers Out - Prop Acq Fund (38) 2,4500000 01-00-9239 Transfers Out - Cvc Cntr DS Fund (39) 434,600 434,200 611,780 611,780 611,340 Total Transfers Out $2,019,234 $1,622,337 $5,226,560 $5,231,460 $1,031,100 Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $22,650,479 $23,478,023 $30,431,960 $26,622,006 $26,658,400 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $3,868,478 $5,431,857 ($3,197,190) $1,084,384 $868,305 Ending Fund Balance $20,051,980 $25,483,837 $22,286,647 $26,568,221 $27,436,526 City of La Cañada Flintridge 12 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND OVERVIEW
$23.6
$28.2 $26.0 $26.4 $26.7
$2.9
$0.7
$1.3 $1.3 $0.8
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
$35
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD

MILLIONS
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$20.6 $21.9 $25.2
$21.4
$25.6
$2.0 $1.6
$5.2
$5.2
$1.0
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
$35
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD

MILLIONS
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 13 FY 2026-27 Budget

TABLE 3-2: GENERAL FUND REVENUE BY ACCOUNT
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Local Taxes
4140 Property Tax 7,142,108 7,412,575 7,684,180 7,684,180 7,965,740 4110 Sales Tax 3,711,994 3,596,315 3,600,000 3,600,000 3,693,600 4111 Transactions and Use Tax 0 2,951,158 3,650,000 3,650,000 3,744,900 4120 Franchise Fees 910,466 863,080 886,340 832,500 849,560 4130 Real Property Transfer Tax 320,898 318,868 327,540 323,000 320,960 4150 Business License 253,263 238,657 245,820 236,050 233,470 Subtotal 12,338,729 15,380,652 16,393,880 16,325,730 16,808,230 Licenses & Permits
4561 Building Permits Fees 0 1,825,466 1,700,000 1,705,000 1,750,000 4420 Solid Waste Hauler Permit Fees 729,882 743,819 759,800 753,500 776,260 4575 Public Works Permit Fees 99,694 176,013 109,270 109,200 106,650 4510 Filming Permit Fees 10,785 20,772 32,680 19,700 19,280 4580 Industrial Waste Permit Fees 19,489 17,953 16,420 17,570 17,570 4551 Tobacco License Fees 75 125 170 130 130
Subtotal 859,925 2,784,148 2,618,340 2,605,100 2,669,890 Service Charges
4562 Plan Check Fees 0 1,111,620 1,000,000 1,135,000 1,200,000 4560 Building Permit & Plan Check 3,242,740 0000
4563 Geological Review Fees 0 127,696 115,000 80,000 85,000 4530 Zoning Fees 307,510 218,300 200,000 235,000 225,000 4547 Lanterman Aud Rent/Reimb Fees 203,383 177,786 226,200 190,400 180,310 4552 Computer Tracking/Innovation Fees 106,989 84,668 77,090 84,000 83,340 4553 General Plan Maintenance Fees 59,254 52,892 50,000 43,500 43,170 4556 Contractor Permit Decal Fees 19,380 17,240 18,100 15,800 15,380 4535 Engineering Review Fees 15,253 431,600 138,630 11,400 11,770 4557 Construction Placard Fees 12,784 11,300 11,330 8,600 10,500 4410 Administrative Review Fees 11,260 14,090 12,280 9,300 9,580 4558 Charging Station Fees 13,208 25,187 20,320 23,500 21,930 4540 Environmental Assessment Fees 7,600 2,827 10,000 8,000 10,000 4554 Diability Access & Educ. State Fees 7,294 6,970 6,840 6,600 6,540 4570 Specific Plan Recovery Fees 5,943 2,856 3,110 0 0
4546 School Use of Fields Fees 9,795 10,390 10,750 3,400 3,470 4550 Service Charges 277 212 130 400 450
Subtotal 4,022,669 2,295,632 1,899,780 1,854,900 1,906,440 Intergovernmental
4141 In Lieu of VLF Tax 3,377,165 3,539,790 3,660,120 3,660,120 3,784,540 4429 California Department of Justice Gran 7,049 9,563 0 3,830 0 4330 Vehicle License Fees 25,380 32,387 29,160 31,400 30,440 4451 FEMA/OES Disaster Refund 36,851 87,076 22,300 498,870 128,360 City of La Cañada Flintridge 14 FY 2026-27 Budget

TABLE 3-2: GENERAL FUND REVENUE BY ACCOUNT
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Intergovernmental (continued)
4413 Administrative Penalties 22,880 27,441 24,090 24,090 24,150 4430 State Beverage Recycling Grant 5,346 0 5,120 5,330 0 Subtotal 3,474,672 3,696,257 3,740,790 4,223,640 3,967,490 Fines & Penalties
4210 Municipal Code Fines 71,786 107,629 135,000 138,600 142,790 4220 Parking Fines 7,592 18,042 10,970 19,400 20,860
4211 Tree Ordinance 11,388 16,956 21,710 25,500 22,210
Subtotal 90,766 142,626 167,680 183,500 185,860
Use of Money and Property
4610 Interest 861,815 982,683 815,000 930,500 846,760
4643 CBB Rental Income 109,103 109,103 117,820 117,820 118,690 4640 Montessori Rental Income 85,622 85,622 95,700 103,570 104,690 4642 Chamber of Commerce Rental Incom 15,392 15,392 15,390 15,390 15,390 4730 Parking Lot Lease 3,480 3,480 3,480 3,480 3,480
4731 Cerro Negro Lease 2,520 2,520 2,520 2,520 2,520
4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 544,659 765,597000
Subtotal 1,622,591 1,964,397 1,049,910 1,173,280 1,091,530 Miscellaneous
4711 Donations 24,057 1,500 1,470 0 0
4715 Other Financing Sources 1,070,676 4,591000
4716 Lighting Reimbursement 12,281 11,217 8,250 9,500 8,680 4712 Public Works Reimbursements 16,288 78,798 6,490 35,000 15,550 4710 Miscellaneous Revenue 65,205 1,820,439 71,400 32,000 39,100 Subtotal 1,188,508 1,916,545 87,610 76,500 63,330
Total Revenue $23,597,860 $28,180,258 $25,957,990 $26,442,650 $26,692,770 Transfers In
9131 Transfers In - Cap Proj Fund (31) 851,082 153,765 539,980 516,350 264,160 9102 Transfers In - Traffic Safety Fund (2) 90,828 61,762 59,700 46,500 63,000 9128 Transfers In - Mea R Fund (28) 0 52,000 59,500 59,500 0 9129 Transfers In - Prop C Fund (29) 0 0 0 0 23,500
9130 Transfers In - Prop A Fund (30) 16,362 10,552 23,500 23,500 0 9135 Transfers In - SLESF Fund (35) 0 177,740 201,770 225,560 210,640 9142 Transfers In - Swr Red 04-1 Fund (42) 20,582 0000
9107 Transfers In - ARPA Fund (7) 1,942,243 273,805 392,330 392,330 272,635 9104 Transfers In - Bnds & Grnts Fund (4) 0 0000
9111 Transfers In - CDBG Fund (11) 0 0000
Subtotal 2,921,097 729,623 1,276,780 1,263,740 833,935
Total Revenue & Transfers In $26,518,957 $28,909,881 $27,234,770 $27,706,390 $27,526,705 City of La Cañada Flintridge 15 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND REVENUE
Pro 7,965,740 $8.0 30% 7,684,180 281,560
In 3,784,540 $3.8 14% 24,611,360 0.922023454 3,660,120 124,420 Sa 3,693,600 $3.7 14% 3,600,000 93,600
Tra 3,744,900 $3.7 14% 26,692,770 TRUE 3,650,000 94,900 Bu 1,750,000 $1.8 7% 1,705,000 45,000
Pla 1,200,000 $1.2 4% 1,135,000 65,000
Fra 849,560 $0.8 3% 832,500 17,060
SW 776,260 $0.8 3% 753,500 22,760
Int 846,760 $0.8 3% 930,500 (83,740)
All 2,081,410 $2.1 8%
23,950,800 660,560
26,692,770 $26.7 100% 0.027579872
TRUE
$26.5
$28.9
$27.2 $27.7 $27.5
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
$35
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Millions
Revenue and Transfers In ($ amount) by Category
Transfers In
Other Rev
Use of Mon/Prop
Srv Charges
Lic & Prmts
Intergov
Local Taxes
$8.0
$3.8
$3.7
$3.7
$1.8 $1.2 $0.8 $0.8 $0.8
$2.1
Millions
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
"Big 9" General Fund Revenue Sources (92% of total GF revenue), FY 2026-27 Budget
City of La Cañada Flintridge 16 FY 2026-27 Budget

TABLE 3-3: GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES BY DEPARTMENT AND PROGRAM 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Policy and Executive Management
01 City Council 238,934 132,015 155,340 150,740 159,320 03 City Manager 683,923 343,244 1,090,260 947,470 1,191,090 02 Legal Services 1,711,833 1,137,620 822,000 784,730 823,640 07 Human Resources 0 0 0 0 239,050
12 Risk Management and General Services 0 0 0 0 1,777,660 13 Public Information & Special Events 0 0 0 0 485,240
21 Public Safety 0 0 0 0 6,501,930
32 City-LCUSD Programs and Facilities 0 0 0 0 1,260,180 33 Community Group Support 00000
Subtotal 2,634,690 1,612,879 2,067,600 1,882,940 12,438,110 Administration and Public Services
09 Administration 0 547,832 423,640 409,350 416,440
04 City Clerk 420,135 381,635 447,460 399,130 615,190
08 Elections 92,495 0 0 0 0
07 Human Resources 237,967 210,806 223,780 207,810 0
06 Non-departmental 1,420,1590000
11 Information Technology 0 612,806 907,940 862,630 1,023,560 12 Risk Management and General Services 0 3,558,808 2,394,090 1,583,930 0 13 Public Information & Special Events 0 271,424 389,670 359,010 0 54 Accessibility Improvements 4,5240000
55 Civic Center 253,787 258,270 358,580 268,660 0
21 Public Safety 4,853,000 4,754,276 6,273,780 5,087,530 0 31 Parks and Recreation 922,845 789,552 922,240 769,190 515,130 32 City-LCUSD Programs and Facilities 0 1,150,441 1,281,840 1,246,600 0 33 Community Group Support 0 248,859 443,620 443,616 0
49 Lanterman House 181,995 184,963 207,640 187,480 0
50 Lanterman Auditorium 174,712 186,543 191,500 177,830 226,560 Subtotal 8,561,619 13,156,214 14,465,780 12,002,766 2,796,880 Finance
10 Finance 2,202,905 1,190,691 1,061,500 1,016,760 1,074,260 Subtotal 2,202,905 1,190,691 1,061,500 1,016,760 1,074,260 Community Development
05 Community Development 3,040,205 535,712 601,060 565,140 619,130 25 Planning 0 750,271 1,533,080 1,098,280 1,302,630
26 Building and Safety 0 1,583,605 1,831,640 1,828,700 1,926,560 27 Code Enforcement 0 243,139 248,200 235,000 268,200
Subtotal 3,040,205 3,112,727 4,213,980 3,727,120 4,116,520 Public Works
42 Public Works 2,105,915 993,611 869,290 693,930 716,340 43 Engineering 0 974,150 1,177,470 986,420 1,200,860
45 Landscape, Trails and Rights-of-Way 1,786,471 652,571 710,420 688,690 2,152,690 52 Solid Waste 187,169 86,613 403,100 207,910 332,940
53 Storm Water/NPDES 112,272 76,229 236,260 184,010 222,000 49 Lanterman House 0 0 0 0 216,940
55 Civic Center 0 0 0 0 359,760
Subtotal 4,191,827 2,783,175 3,396,540 2,760,960 5,201,530 Total - All Programs $20,631,245 $21,855,686 $25,205,400 $21,390,546 $25,627,300 City of La Cañada Flintridge 17 FY 2026-27 Budget

$8.6
$13.2 $14.5
$12.0
$2.8
$4.2
$2.8
$3.4
$2.8
$5.2
$3.0
$3.1
$4.2
$3.7
$4.1
$2.2
$1.2
$1.1
$1.0
$1.1
$2.6
$1.6
$2.1
$1.9 $12.4
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD

GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES BY DEPARTMENT
(IN MILLIONS)
Policy & Exec Mgmt
Finance
Comm Dev
Public Works
Admin & Public Srvs
$0.00
$0.16
$0.22
$0.22
$0.23
$0.24
$0.27
$0.33
$0.36
$0.42
$0.49
$0.52
$0.62
$0.62
$0.72
$0.82
$1.02
$1.07
$1.19
$1.20
$1.26
$1.30
$1.78
$1.93
$2.15
$6.50
$0 $1 $2 $3 $4 $5 $6 $7
Community Group Support
City Council
Lanterman House
Storm Water/NPDES
Lanterman Auditorium
Human Resources
Code Enforcement
Solid Waste
Civic Center
Administration
Public Information & Special Events
Parks and Recreation
City Clerk
Community Development
Public Works
Legal Services
Information Technology
Finance
City Manager
Engineering
City-LCUSD Programs and Facilities
Planning
Risk Management and General Services
Building and Safety
Landscape, Trails and Rights-of-Way
Public Safety
Millions
General Fund Expenditures by Program, FY 2026-27 Budget City of La Cañada Flintridge 18 FY 2026-27 Budget

TABLE 3-4: GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES BY ACCOUNT TYPE
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
Personnel-Salaries 3,743,858 3,892,506 4,400,570 4,402,830 5,063,560 Personnel-Benefits 1,643,323 1,842,794 2,143,460 2,030,110 2,362,260 Subtotal 5,387,182 5,735,300 6,544,030 6,432,940 7,425,820 Operations and Maintenance
Contract Srvs - Sheriff 4,266,636 4,582,397 5,616,070 4,777,470 5,869,510 Contract Srvs - Bldg/Plan Check 1,322,159 1,351,552 1,550,000 1,550,000 1,600,000 Contract Srvs - Other 107,846 33,635 188,650 131,850 148,000 Professional Srvs - Legal 1,707,003 1,132,590 814,000 779,700 818,240 Professional Srvs - Other 1,699,376 2,134,361 3,685,840 2,928,210 3,881,050 Utilities 308,814 335,085 616,530 434,770 454,840
Insurance Premiums 548,154 626,074 721,710 723,740 775,600 Community Group Contributions 545,125 414,159 608,920 608,916 0 Operating - Other 1,289,028 2,618,584 2,000,320 1,463,660 1,839,370 Maintenance - Tree/Park/Lndscp 1,717,561 1,933,722 2,080,390 1,168,140 2,224,400 Maintenance - Other 369,853 750,058 360,400 212,530 286,650 Subtotal 13,881,554 15,912,216 18,242,830 14,778,986 17,897,660 Capital Outlay
Capital Outlay 1,362,510 208,170 418,540 178,620 303,820 Subtotal 1,362,510 208,170 418,540 178,620 303,820
Transfers Out
Transfers Out to Capital Projects (31) 1,398,575 1,042,080 4,468,680 4,468,680 264,160 Transfers Out to Civic Cntr Debt Service (39) 434,600 434,200 611,780 611,780 611,340 Transfers Out - Other 186,059 146,057 146,100 151,000 155,600 Subtotal 2,019,234 1,622,337 5,226,560 5,231,460 1,031,100 Total - All Accounts $22,650,479 $23,478,023 $30,431,960 $26,622,006 $26,658,400 City of La Cañada Flintridge 19 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES BY ACCOUNT
$5.4 $5.7 $6.5 $6.4 $7.4
$13.9
$15.9
$18.2
$14.8
$17.9
$1.4
$0.2
$0.4
$0.2
$0.3
$2.02 $1.62
$5.23
$5.23
$1.03
$0
$5
$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
$35
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD

GENERAL FUND EXPENDITURES BY ACCOUNT

CATEGORY (IN MILLIONS)
Transfers Out
Capital Outlay
Operations & Maint
Personnel
$0.00
$0.15
$0.29
$0.30
$0.45
$0.78
$0.82
$1.03
$1.60
$1.84
$2.22
$3.88
$5.87
$7.43
$0 $1 $2 $3 $4 $5 $6 $7 $8
Community Group Contributions
Contract Srvs - Other
Maintenance - Other
Capital Outlay
Utilities
Insurance Premiums
Professional Srvs - Legal
Transfers Out
Contract Srvs - Bldg/Plan Check
Operating - Other
Maintenance - Tree/Park/Lndscp
Professional Srvs - Other
Contract Srvs - Sheriff
Personnel (Sal + Ben)
Millions
General Fund Expenditures by Account, FY 2026-27 Budget City of La Cañada Flintridge 20 FY 2026-27 Budget

TABLE 3-5: PERSONNEL COSTS BY ACCOUNT
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Employee Salaries
5001 Salaries Full Time 3,279,070 3,435,185 3,835,530 3,864,580 4,402,870 5002 Salaries Part Time 446,043 435,617 542,980 516,830 614,120 5003 Salaries Other 18,746 21,704 22,060 21,420 46,570
Subtotal 3,743,858 3,892,506 4,400,570 4,402,830 5,063,560 Employee Benefits
5004 Retirement 685,369 376,863 410,890 413,850 474,160 5006 Medical Insurance 202,149 19,235 31,870 39,520 31,870 5007 Vision Insurance 899 650 570 1,020 580
5008 Life Insurance 9,896 9,848 10,220 10,110 10,800
5009 Dental Insurance 1,548 1,238 980 1,990 980
5010 Medicare 58,939 61,592 70,210 68,930 81,190
5011 FICA 6,433 6,435 6,980 5,700 9,500
5012 Leave Buy-Back 78,450 125,092 132,460 47,600 160,600 5013 OPEB Payments 0 177,912 199,330 203,240 223,930
5014 Employee Wellness Program 3,305 3,070 15,240 11,980 16,500 5015 Unemployment 126 0 6,500 6,460 5,000
5016 State Family Leave Insurance 0 0000
5017 Deferred Compensation 25,221 26,379 28,250 29,250 32,250 5018 Survivor Benefits 2,704 2,964 3,240 2,810 3,120
5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 568,285 623,452 730,610 703,970 755,000 5021 Auto Allowance 0 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000
5022 UAAL Payment 0 401,874 489,900 477,470 550,570
5023 Employee Assistance Program 0 190 210 210 210
Subtotal 1,643,323 1,842,794 2,143,460 2,030,110 2,362,260 Total - All Personnel Accounts $5,387,182 $5,735,300 $6,544,030 $6,432,940 $7,425,820 City of La Cañada Flintridge 21 FY 2026-27 Budget

PERSONNEL COSTS
$3.74 $3.89 $4.40 $4.40 $5.06
$1.64 $1.84
$2.14 $2.03
$2.36 26.1% 26.2%

26.0%

30.1%

29.0%
$0
$1
$2
$3
$4
$5
$6
$7
$8
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD

MILLIONS
Employee Benefits
Employee Salaries
Personnel as a % of Total GF Expenditures
$210
$580
$980
$3,120
$5,000
$6,000
$9,500
$10,800
$16,500
$31,870
$32,250
$81,190
$160,600
$223,930
$474,160
$550,570
$755,000
$0 $100,000 $200,000 $300,000 $400,000 $500,000 $600,000 $700,000 $800,000 Employee Assistance Program
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Survivor Benefits
Unemployment
Auto Allowance
FICA
Life Insurance
Employee Wellness Program
Medical Insurance
Deferred Compensation
Medicare
Leave Buy-Back
OPEB Payments
Retirement
UAAL Payment
Cafeteria Plan Benefits
Employee Benefit Costs by Account, FY 2026-27 Budget
City of La Cañada Flintridge 22 FY 2026-27 Budget

TABLE 3-6: GENERAL FUND FINANCIAL METRICS
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $16,183,502 $20,051,980 $25,483,837 $25,483,837 $26,568,221 Revenue 23,597,860 28,180,258 25,957,990 26,442,650 26,692,770 Expenditures 20,631,245 21,855,686 25,205,400 21,390,546 25,627,300 Operating Surplus or (Deficit) (Rev - Exp) $2,966,615 $6,324,572 $752,590 $5,052,104 $1,065,470 Operating Ratio (Rev ÷ Exp) 1.14 1.29 1.03 1.24 1.04
Transfers In from Other Funds 2,921,097 729,623 1,276,780 1,263,740 833,935 Transfers Out to Other Funds 2,019,234 1,622,337 5,226,560 5,231,460 1,031,100 Net Transfers (Transfers In - Transfers Out) $901,863 ($892,715) ($3,949,780) ($3,967,720) ($197,165) Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $3,868,478 $5,431,857 ($3,197,190) $1,084,384 $868,305 Ending Fund Balance $20,051,980 $25,483,837 $22,286,647 $26,568,221 $27,436,526 Components of Ending Fund Balance:

Restricted/Nonspendable
Advance to Sewer AD 02-1 995,1040000
Prepaids 87,740 85,397 85,397 103,540 103,540
Loans 19,424 0 0 0 0
Total Restricted/Nonspendable 1,102,268 85,397 85,397 103,540 103,540 Reserves (consists of unrestricted, spendable fund balance in the General Fund) Designated for:

Special Projects (ARPA) 1,924,800 2,216,048 2,608,378 2,608,378 2,881,013 Disaster Relief 1,500,000 1,500,000 1,500,000 1,500,000 1,500,000 OPEB 1,229,675 1,229,675 1,229,675 1,229,675 1,229,675
Economic Stabilization 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Capital Reserve - Sewer 04-1 555,000 490,800 327,200 327,200 163,600 Tree Fund 206,858 211,779 211,779 211,779 211,779
Joint Use Project 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 DAE Fees 43,425 50,395 56,195 56,685 63,525
Capital Reserve - Sewer 02-1 20,0000000
Undesignated 12,369,954 18,599,743 15,168,023 19,430,964 20,183,394 Total Reserves $18,949,712 $25,398,440 $22,201,250 $26,464,681 $27,332,986 Reserves as a % of Expenditures 92% 116% 88% 124% 107%
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GENERAL FUND FINANCIAL METRICS
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$1.1
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$5
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"Operating surplus" is GF Revenue minus GF Expenditures. It excludes transfers between funds
Operating Surplus GF Expenditures GF Revenues
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$26.5 $27.3
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Total General Fund Reserves (left axis)
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Section Four:

General Fund Program by
Department

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide
4A: Policy and Executive
Management Department

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.A.1: Policy and Executive
Management Division

GENERAL FUND - CITY COUNCIL (01)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 91,868 44,779 54,700 64,030 54,700
Operations and Maintenance 147,066 87,236 100,640 86,710 104,620 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $238,934 $132,015 $155,340 $150,740 $159,320 Budgeted Employees
City Council Member (PT) 5 5 5 5 5
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 55555
Program Description
The City Council is the City's legislative body, establishing all policies and laws. The City Council consists of five members elected at-large to serve four-year overlapping terms. Annually, the City Council selects one of its members to serve as Mayor. The City Council appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, and City Treasurer as well as members of all advisory Commissions and Committees. The City Council also acts as the La Canada Flintridge Local Financing Authority, the Public Improvement Corporation, and Sanitation District #34.

Budget Highlights
For FY 2026-27, the City Council program budget is very similar to last year. It includes Councilmember salaries and benefits, travel and conference expenses, and membership and dues costs for multiple governmental and professional organizations of which the City is a member. 91,868
44,779 54,700 64,030 54,700
147,066
87,236
100,640 86,710 104,620
0 50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
300,000
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Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
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GENERAL FUND - CITY COUNCIL (01)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-01-5002 Salaries Part Time 18,020 18,000 18,000 18,000 18,000 01-01-5004 Retirement 2,145 4,026 1,600 1,850 1,590
01-01-5006 Medical Insurance 69,736 19,235 31,870 39,520 31,870 01-01-5007 Vision Insurance 615 650 570 1,020 580
01-01-5008 Life Insurance 0 1,424 1,420 1,420 1,420
01-01-5009 Dental Insurance 1,059 1,238 980 1,990 980
01-01-5010 Medicare 233 206 260 230 260
01-01-5011 FICA 600000
Total Personnel $91,868 $44,779 $54,700 $64,030 $54,700 Operations and Maintenance
01-01-6032 Books & Publications 0 0 100 100 100
01-01-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 13,137 15,426 20,760 13,000 21,120 01-01-6053 Membership & Dues 28,589 41,266 42,780 43,610 51,400 01-01-6061 Professional Services 31,500 30,545 37,000 30,000 32,000 01-01-6087 Community Newsletter 26,5160000
01-01-6088 City Communications/Special Events 47,3250000 Total Operations and Maintenance $147,066 $87,236 $100,640 $86,710 $104,620 Total Program Expenditures $238,934 $132,015 $155,340 $150,740 $159,320 City of La Cañada Flintridge 27 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - LEGAL SERVICES (02)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 0 0 0 0
Operations and Maintenance 1,711,833 1,137,620 822,000 784,730 823,640 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $1,711,833 $1,137,620 $822,000 $784,730 $823,640 Budgeted Employees
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The City's legal services, including the City Attorney, are provided primarily on a contract basis by a private law firm specializing in municipal legal services. As the City's general legal counsel, the City Attorney reviews staff reports, drafts legal documents (e.g., resolutions, ordinances, contracts), keeps the City informed of changes in State, and federal laws, and manages pending and existing litigation. The City receives certain other legal services - such as prosecution of municipal code violations, employment law counsel, and highly specialized litigation - through the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office and private law firms.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, there should not be an significant changes compared to previous year. 1,711,833
1,137,620
822,000 784,730 823,640
0 200,000
400,000
600,000
800,000
1,000,000
1,200,000
1,400,000
1,600,000
1,800,000
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Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
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GENERAL FUND - LEGAL SERVICES (02)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Operations and Maintenance
01-02-6032 Books & Publications 0 0 100 0 0
01-02-6040 Claim Settlements 0 0 2,500 0 0
01-02-6053 Membership & Dues 4,830 5,030 5,400 5,030 5,400 01-02-6061 Professional Services 172,543 187,526 174,000 178,700 178,240 01-02-6062 Litigation 1,236,314 820,963 400,000 390,500 400,000 01-02-6064 Special Counsel 298,145 124,101 240,000 210,500 240,000 Total Operations and Maintenance $1,711,833 $1,137,620 $822,000 $784,730 $823,640 Total Program Expenditures $1,711,833 $1,137,620 $822,000 $784,730 $823,640 City of La Cañada Flintridge 29 FY 2026-27 Budget

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4.A.2: City Manager Office
Division

GENERAL FUND - CITY MANAGER (03)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 519,440 337,627 879,360 888,570 966,750
Operations and Maintenance 164,482 5,618 210,900 58,900 224,340 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $683,923 $343,244 $1,090,260 $947,470 $1,191,090 Budgeted Employees
City Manager (FT) 1 1 1 1 1
Senior Management Analyst (FT) 1 0 1 1 1
Management Intern (PT) 1 0 1 1 1
Administrative Assistant (FT) 0 1 1 1 1
Assistant City Manager (FT) 0 0 1 1 1
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 22444
Total Part-Time Employees 10111
Program Description
The City Manager is the chief executive officer appointed by the City Council to manage the day-to-day affairs of the City and ensure implementation of City Council policies and directives. The City Manager's responsibilities includes hiring City staff, monitoring the performance of contract personnel, and ensuring the effective and efficient execution of City programs, policies, and services. The City Manager also collaborates with the City Council in setting the City's overall policy and strategic direction, and interacts extensively with residents and community organizations.

Budget Highlights
The reorganized City Manager’s Office program reflects a structural consolidation of positions previously budgeted under the Administration program (09), resulting in an increased personnel allocation in FY 2025–26. The program will consist of four full-time and one part-time employee and is positioned to take a more direct role in implementing the City Council’s highest-priority initiatives. In FY 2026–27, a key enhancement is the addition of funding for a grant management consultant. This resource will support the City in securing external funding, with a focus on emergency preparedness and capital improvement projects. 519,440
337,627
879,360 888,570 966,750
164,482
5,618
210,900 58,900
224,340
0 200,000
400,000
600,000
800,000
1,000,000
1,200,000
1,400,000
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Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
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GENERAL FUND - CITY MANAGER (03)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-03-5001 Salaries Full Time 328,160 266,985 630,440 639,040 696,190 01-03-5002 Salaries Part Time 19,012 0 36,770 35,710 37,710 01-03-5004 Retirement 107,681 33,260 75,730 77,990 84,900 01-03-5006 Medical Insurance 21,0130000
01-03-5008 Life Insurance 0 415 1,140 1,140 1,140
01-03-5010 Medicare 5,471 4,201 10,880 11,060 11,940
01-03-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 0 20,960 19,340 28,130
01-03-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 492 1,970 2,000 2,000 01-03-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 2,750 3,000 5,500 5,500 01-03-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 38,103 23,524 92,470 90,490 93,000 01-03-5021 Auto Allowance 0 6,000 6,000 6,000 6,000
Total Personnel $519,440 $337,627 $879,360 $888,270 $966,510 Operations and Maintenance
01-03-6032 Books & Publications 883 986 1,000 1,120 1,500 01-03-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 6,0720000
01-03-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 2,509 2,592 7,540 3,200 18,300 01-03-6053 Membership & Dues 1,545 540 360 540 1,740
01-03-6054 Employee Training & Education 0 0 500 540 1,300 01-03-6061 Professional Services 153,474 0 200,000 52,000 200,000 01-03-6081 Programs 0 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
Total Operations and Maintenance $164,482 $5,618 $210,900 $58,900 $224,340 Total Program Expenditures $683,923 $343,244 $1,090,260 $947,170 $1,190,850 City of La Cañada Flintridge 31 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - HUMAN RESOURCES (07)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 160,071 173,048 194,230 193,310 206,540
Operations and Maintenance 77,896 37,758 29,550 14,500 32,510 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $237,967 $210,806 $223,780 $207,810 $239,050 Budgeted Employees
Human Resources Manager (PT) 1 1 1 1 1
Administrative Technician (PT) 1 1 1 0 0
Management Analyst (PT) 0 0 0 1 1
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 22222
Program Description
The Human Resources program funds the City's Human Resources function, supporting all City Departments and their staff. This includes recruitment, new employee orientations, employee relations, classification, compensation, benefits, worker’s compensation, training, and City-wide personnel policies and procedures. The program funds the Human Resources Manager (PT) and Management Analyst (PT) positions.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2024-25, the Human Resources program allocated funds to conduct a comprehensive salary and compensation study. The study continued and was completed in FY 2025-26. In FY 2025-26, the Human Resources program allocated funds to increase efficiency by implementing the Neogov recruitment module which will continue in FY 2026-27.
160,071 173,048 194,230 193,310 206,540
77,896 37,758
29,550 14,500
32,510
0 50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
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300,000
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Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
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GENERAL FUND - HUMAN RESOURCES (07)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-07-5002 Salaries Part Time 131,654 143,034 162,380 160,700 172,280 01-07-5003 Salaries Other 2730000
01-07-5004 Retirement 10,111 11,214 12,460 12,840 13,660 01-07-5010 Medicare 2,132 2,300 2,590 2,580 2,750
01-07-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 15,900 16,500 16,800 17,190 17,850 Total Personnel $160,071 $173,048 $194,230 $193,310 $206,540 Operations and Maintenance
01-07-6034 Printing & Publishing 0 0 2,500 2,500 2,580
01-07-6045 Personnel Administration 7,368 32,962 8,770 5,000 16,390 01-07-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 517 739 1,200 800 1,240 01-07-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 2,803 3,117 5,530 5,000 5,700 01-07-6053 Membership & Dues 390 940 1,550 1,200 1,600
01-07-6061 Professional Services 66,818 0 10,000 0 5,000 Total Operations and Maintenance $77,896 $37,758 $29,550 $14,500 $32,510 Total Program Expenditures $237,967 $210,806 $223,780 $207,810 $239,050 City of La Cañada Flintridge 33 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - RISK MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL SERVICES (12) Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 698,663 832,260 803,920 937,030
Operations and Maintenance 0 2,856,257 1,556,830 780,010 825,630 Capital Outlay 0 3,888 5,000 0 15,000
Total Program Expenditures $0 $3,558,808 $2,394,090 $1,583,930 $1,777,660 Budgeted Employees
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 0000 0
Total Part-Time Employees 0000 0
Program Description
The Risk Management and General Services program funds the City's insurance coverages, policy level compliance with ADA regulations, certain retiree expenses, and various Citywide general services.

Budget Highlights
During FY 2026-27, there are additions of ADA line items geared towards compliance with recently enacted federal code on digital complaince. There will be an increase in insurance premiums paid to the City’s insurer, the California Joint Power Insurance Authority (CJPIA). In addition, tree-related expenditures have been moved to the Public Works budget to better align these costs with departmental operations, maintenance responsibilities, and oversight. 0 698,663 832,260 803,920 937,030
2,856,257
1,556,830
780,010 825,630
0 500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,500,000
3,000,000
3,500,000
4,000,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
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GENERAL FUND - RISK MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL SERVICES (12) Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-12-5005 Workers Compensation 0 115,723 133,080 113,730 154,200 01-12-5013 OPEB Payments 0 177,912 199,330 203,240 223,930 01-12-5015 Unemployment 0 0 6,500 6,460 5,000
01-12-5018 Survivor Benefits 0 2,964 3,240 2,810 3,120
01-12-5022 UAAL Payment 0 401,874 489,900 477,470 550,570 01-12-5023 Employee Assistance Program 0 190 210 210 210 Total Personnel $0 $698,663 $832,260 $803,920 $937,030
Operations and Maintenance
01-12-6031 Office Supplies 0 29,761 37,800 27,000 38,500 01-12-6033 Postage 0 17,014 12,000 10,000 12,000
01-12-6038 Lease Agreements 0 49,458 49,980 49,600 54,230 01-12-6040 Claim Settlements 0 1,314,058 32,500 32,500 0 01-12-6041 Insurance Premiums 0 510,351 588,330 609,290 620,500 01-12-6042 Surety & Emp. Bond Premiums 0 0 300 720 900
01-12-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 0 1,517 1,980 1,000 0 01-12-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 0 9,641 12,500 9,800 14,500 01-12-6061 Professional Services 0 7,275 31,200 21,000 85,000 01-12-7101 Equip. Maint./Service Agreemts 0 19,086 18,000 19,100 0 01-12-7120 Tree Trimming 0 783,522 650,240 0 0
01-12-7121 Tree Spraying and Inspection 0 102,540 109,000 0 0 01-12-7123 Replanting of Trees 0 12,035 13,000 0 0
Total Operations and Maintenance $0 $2,856,257 $1,556,830 $780,010 $825,630 Capital Outlay
01-12-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 0 3,888 5,000 0 15,000 Total Capital Outlay $0 $3,888 $5,000 $0 $15,000
Total Program Expenditures $0 $3,558,808 $2,394,090 $1,583,930 $1,777,660 City of La Cañada Flintridge 35 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - PUBLIC INFORMATION & SPECIAL EVENTS (13) Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 0 0 0 0
Operations and Maintenance 0 271,424 389,670 359,010 485,240 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $0 $271,424 $389,670 $359,010 $485,240 Budgeted Employees
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Public Information and Special Events program funds the City's communications and special events efforts.

City communications include publications, education campaigns, videography, social media and advertisements in the local newspaper. The program also funds costs associated with major special events that the City sponsors and/or provides traffic control and public safety services.

Budget Highlights
During FY 2026-27, no significant changes are anticipated to the Public Information and Special Events. 0 271,424
389,670 359,010
485,240
0 100,000
200,000
300,000
400,000
500,000
600,000
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Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
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GENERAL FUND - PUBLIC INFORMATION & SPECIAL EVENTS (13) Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Operations and Maintenance
01-13-6034 Printing & Publishing 0 512 35,500 32,500 36,000 01-13-6061 Professional Services 0 148,211 164,550 164,500 246,680 01-13-6072 Special Events Setup/Teardown 0 73,439 107,420 90,500 115,360 01-13-6081 Programs 0 15,549 27,500 22,650 25,500
01-13-6087 Community Newsletter 0 20,812 21,300 21,300 27,900 01-13-6088 City Communications/Special Events 0 12,900 33,400 27,560 33,800 Total Operations and Maintenance $0 $271,424 $389,670 $359,010 $485,240 Total Program Expenditures $0 $271,424 $389,670 $359,010 $485,240 City of La Cañada Flintridge 37 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - PUBLIC SAFETY (21)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 173,993 111,394 12,960 4,340 34,720
Operations and Maintenance 4,676,697 4,638,183 6,140,520 5,077,690 6,346,740 Capital Outlay 2,310 4,698 120,300 5,500 120,470
Total Program Expenditures $4,853,000 $4,754,276 $6,273,780 $5,087,530 $6,501,930 Budgeted Employees
Public Safety Coordinator (FT) 1 1 0 0 0
Emergency Services Coordinator (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Community Liason Officer (PT) 1 1 1 1 1
Total Full-Time Employees 21000
Total Part-Time Employees 11111
Program Description
The Public Safety program encompasses activities and services meant to protect the general health, safety, and welfare of the community. Many public safety services are provided by the County of Los Angeles including law enforcement (i.e., the contract with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department), fire protection/paramedics and ambulance service. The Pasadena Humane Society provides animal care, control, and sheltering services. The program funds the Community Liaison (PT) position.

Budget Highlights
During FY 2025-26, the City’s Public Safety program was very active. With City support, the Sheriff’s Department conducted special operations focused on burglary suppression and traffic safety. The City also spearheaded multiple emergency preparedness initiatives, including and the adoption of the “Red Flag” parking program. In FY 2026-27, the City, together with County Sheriff and Fire, will continue to focus improving public safety throughout the community, and this will include more joint exercises.
173,993 111,394 12,960 4,340 34,720
4,676,697 4,638,183
6,140,520
5,077,690
6,346,740
0 1,000,000
2,000,000
3,000,000
4,000,000
5,000,000
6,000,000
7,000,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
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GENERAL FUND - PUBLIC SAFETY (21)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-21-5001 Salaries Full Time 132,735 81,444000
01-21-5002 Salaries Part Time 3,259 2,655 12,030 4,030 32,250 01-21-5004 Retirement 10,194 6,410000
01-21-5008 Life Insurance 0 237000
01-21-5010 Medicare 2,235 1,483 180 60 470
01-21-5011 FICA 202 165 750 250 2,000
01-21-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 6,725000
01-21-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 586000
01-21-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 25,368 11,691000
Total Personnel $173,993 $111,394 $12,960 $4,340 $34,720 Operations and Maintenance
01-21-6030 Material & Supplies 936 1,466 4,000 3,860 4,500 01-21-6034 Printing & Publishing 4,009 6,450000
01-21-6035 Stipend 1,650 1,550 2,750 1,290 2,750
01-21-6038 Lease Agreements 18,913 11,731 35,500 32,000 35,000 01-21-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 4,122 4,328 6,500 4,000 6,000 01-21-6053 Membership & Dues 0 0 300 300 300
01-21-6054 Employee Training & Education 3,536 0 8,000 5,000 9,000 01-21-6056 SAFER Liability Insurance 450,030 473,019 581,210 500,320 707,650 01-21-6057 LA Co. Sheriff Spcl Assgn Dep (SRO) 240,2770000 01-21-6058 LA County Sheriff s Overtime 354,513 120,719 321,600 150,000 340,230 01-21-6059 LA County Sheriff s Dept. 3,221,817 3,730,492 4,438,620 3,852,550 4,540,130 01-21-6061 Professional Services 231,549 20,570 273,630 229,580 364,500 01-21-6070 Pasadena Humane Society 103,391 106,493 109,690 109,690 120,660 01-21-6081 Programs (Public Safety) 7,840 5,907 64,000 2,750 60,000 01-21-6082 Emergency Preparedness 1,418 10,479 22,300 18,000 23,400 01-21-6083 CERT Program 273 413 1,000 500 1,000
01-21-7101 Equip. Maint./Service Agreemts 32,425 23,526 34,900 29,900 33,000 01-21-7118 Brush Clearance 0 121,041 236,520 137,950 98,620 Total Operations and Maintenance $4,676,697 $4,638,183 $6,140,520 $5,077,690 $6,346,740 Capital Outlay
01-21-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 2,310 4,698 120,300 5,500 120,470 Total Capital Outlay $2,310 $4,698 $120,300 $5,500 $120,470 Total Program Expenditures $4,853,000 $4,754,276 $6,273,780 $5,087,530 $6,501,930 City of La Cañada Flintridge 39 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - CITY-LCUSD PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES (32)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 0 0 0 0
Operations and Maintenance 0 1,142,818 1,273,840 1,238,900 1,252,180 Capital Outlay 0 7,623 8,000 7,700 8,000
Total Program Expenditures $0 $1,150,441 $1,281,840 $1,246,600 $1,260,180 Budgeted Employees
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The City-LCUSD program consists of the ongoing programs and partnership between the City and the La Canada Unified School District (LCUSD). It includes funding for the City's maintenance and/or operation of the various "joint use" facilities and programs (with the exception of Lanterman Auditorium, which is funded through a separate program), including the joint-use fields and library. The program also funds the School Resource Officer (SRO) and school crossing guards.

Budget Highlights
During FY 2025-26, in response to LCUSD’s request, the city added in summer school crossing guard services. For FY 2026-27, there will also be a slight increase in costs for the School Resource Officer. 0 0 0 0
1,142,818
1,273,840 1,238,900 1,252,180
0 200,000
400,000
600,000
800,000
1,000,000
1,200,000
1,400,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 40 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - CITY-LCUSD PROGRAMS AND FACILITIES (32)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Operations and Maintenance
01-32-6023 Water 0 66,569 141,750 135,000 100,000
01-32-6034 Printing & Publishing 0 2,426 2,500 2,100 2,500 01-32-6057 Sheriff Spcl Assgn Deputy (SRO) 0 258,167 274,640 274,600 281,500 01-32-6061 Professional Services (XING Guards) 0 283,825 319,240 310,500 319,600 01-32-6064 Lighting (School Fields) 0 52,035 48,000 42,000 48,000 01-32-6086 Joint Use Library 0 109,084 85,500 85,500 85,500 01-32-7107 School Site Maintenance 0 370,712 402,210 389,200 415,080 Total Operations and Maintenance $0 $1,142,818 $1,273,840 $1,238,900 $1,252,180 Capital Outlay
01-32-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 0 7,623 8,000 7,700 8,000 Total Capital Outlay $0 $7,623 $8,000 $7,700 $8,000
Total Program Expenditures $0 $1,150,441 $1,281,840 $1,246,600 $1,260,180 City of La Cañada Flintridge 41 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - COMMUNITY GROUP SUPPORT (33)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 0 0 0 0
Operations and Maintenance 0 248,859 443,620 443,616 0
Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $0 $248,859 $443,620 $443,616 $0 Budgeted Employees
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Community Group Support program provides financial support to local community non-profit groups to assist in their respective missions to benefit the La Canada Flintridge community. Over the 10 years, the City has provided more than $4 million to support these local groups, with support in FY 2025-26 exceeding $600,000.

Budget Highlights
During FY 2026-27, the City once again anticipates providing significant financial resources to support its thriving civic community. Beginning in FY 2026-27, annual support for the Lanterman House will be included under the Public Works Department budget within the General Fund Program 49. 0 248,859
443,620 443,616
0 0
50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
300,000
350,000
400,000
450,000
500,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 42 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - COMMUNITY GROUP SUPPORT (33)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Operations and Maintenance
01-33-6073 Contribution to Comm. Groups 0 248,859 443,620 443,616 0 Total Operations and Maintenance $0 $248,859 $443,620 $443,616 $0 Total Program Expenditures $0 $248,859 $443,620 $443,616 $0 City of La Cañada Flintridge 43 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - COMMUNITY GROUP SUPPORT (33)
Multi-Year History of City Contributions
2017-18 2018-19 2019-20 2020-21 2021-22 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2026-27 10-Yr Total Community Center of LCF 45,000 50,000 60,000 94,075 110,000 70,000 154,200 310,900 168,000 280,000 1,342,175 Lanterman House 108,375 119,875 122,275 126,400 128,600 143,700 152,350 165,300 165,300 0 1,232,175 LCF Chamber of Commerce 110,000 110,000 90,975 98,750 98,750 98,750 108,900 108,900 120,000 120,000 1,065,025 LCF Trails Council - Trail Request 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 76,101 76,101 LCF Trails Council - Trail Update 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 49,998 49,998 LCF Tournament of Roses Assoc. 15,000 14,050 15,400 12,500 15,000 15,000 25,000 30,000 35,000 35,000 211,950 Crescenta Canada YMCA 35,000 26,000 0 0 20,000 21,000 27,825 30,660 31,420 28,547 220,452 LC Valley Beautiful 12,000 12,000 12,000 0 13,000 20,000 24,000 24,000 22,290 25,000 164,290 USC Verdugo Hills Foundation 0 0 0 0 25,000 0 24,850 25,799 20,150 23,154 118,953 LCF Sister Cities Association 9,500 5,000 5,000 6,000 5,000 7,500 10,000 7,500 8,920 18,000 82,420 Assistance (Action) League 0 0 0 0 7,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,700 12,000 59,700 La Canada Playhouse 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5,000 4,460 8,000 17,460 LCHS Music Parents Association 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 4,460 5,000 49,460 One City, One Book 2,000 1,500 2,500 2,000 0 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,670 2,000 18,670 LCF Coordinating Council 2,500 5,000 1,000 0 0 500 1,000 0 890 1,500 12,390 LCF Kiwanis Foundation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8,920 0 8,920
Study Hall Hoops 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4,460 0 4,460
LCF Pickleball Association 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,280 0 1,280 Descanso Gardens Guild 15,000 5,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20,000 Total Contributions 359,375 353,425 $314,150 $344,725 $427,350 $393,450 $545,125 $725,059 $608,920 $684,300 $4,755,879 $0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
$800,000
17-18 18-19 19-20 20-21 21-22 22-23 23-24 24-25 25-26 26-27 City Contributions to Community Groups over 10 Years by Fiscal Year City of La Cañada Flintridge 44 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS (54)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 0 0 0 0
Operations and Maintenance 4,524 0 0 0 0
Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $4,524 $0 $0 $0 $0
Budgeted Employees
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Accessibility Improvements program has focused on enhancing access to City facilities, events, and services.

Large-scale capital projects focused on accessibility improvements have continued to be budgeted in the City's Capital Projects Fund, and in other programs.

Budget Highlights
This program was eliminated in FY 2024-25, with the City's ongoing operational expenses related to the ADA are being moved to the Administration program (09). Moreover, major ADA improvements have and will continue to be integrated throughout the City's operations and capital improvement projects. 4,524
0 0 0 0
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
3,500
4,000
4,500
5,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 45 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS (54)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Operations and Maintenance
01-54-6061 Professional Services 4,5240000
Total Operations and Maintenance $4,524 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Program Expenditures $4,524 $0 $0 $0 $0
City of La Cañada Flintridge 46 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.B: Administration and Public
Services Department

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.B.1: Administrative Services
Division

GENERAL FUND - ADMINISTRATION (9)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 505,321 386,440 374,870 406,340
Operations and Maintenance 0 42,511 34,200 31,480 7,100 Capital Outlay 0 0 3,000 3,000 3,000
Total Program Expenditures $0 $547,832 $423,640 $409,350 $416,440 Budgeted Employees
Administrative Services Director (FT) 0 1 1 1 1
Senior Mgmt Analyst (FT) 0 1 0 0 0
Management Intern (PT) 0 1 0 0 0
Administrative Assistant (FT) 0 1 0 0 0
Management Analyst (FT) 0 0 1 1 1
Total Full-Time Employees 03222
Total Part-Time Employees 01000
Program Description
The Administration program conducts the central administrative functions for the Administration and Public Services Department as a whole. The program funds the Administrative Services Director (FT) and Management Analyst (FT) positions.

Budget Highlights
Administration maintains responsibility for numerous core City services including city clerk, parks and recreation, information technology, and elements of public safety and special event planning. 0 505,321
386,440 374,870 406,340
42,511
34,200 31,480 7,100
0 100,000
200,000
300,000
400,000
500,000
600,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 47 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - ADMINISTRATION (9)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-09-5001 Salaries Full Time 0 347,669 287,590 282,020 304,510 01-09-5002 Salaries Part Time 0 29,387000
01-09-5004 Retirement 0 37,824 30,770 31,100 33,680
01-09-5008 Life Insurance 0 854 570 570 570
01-09-5010 Medicare 0 6,052 4,410 4,210 4,800
01-09-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 7,697 10,060 7,720 12,230
01-09-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 250 980 1,000 1,000 01-09-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 3,500 2,750 2,750 2,750 01-09-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 0 72,088 49,310 45,500 46,800 Total Personnel $0 $505,321 $386,440 $374,870 $406,340
Operations and Maintenance
01-09-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 0 732 800 750 800
01-09-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 0 6,859 6,600 6,600 3,000 01-09-6053 Membership & Dues 0 1,115 1,150 630 300
01-09-6054 Employee Training & Education 0 10 4,100 3,500 1,000 01-09-6061 Professional Services 0 33,795 21,550 20,000 2,000 Total Operations and Maintenance $0 $42,511 $34,200 $31,480 $7,100 Capital Outlay
01-09-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 0 0 3,000 3,000 3,000 Total Capital Outlay $0 $0 $3,000 $3,000 $3,000
Total Program Expenditures $0 $547,832 $423,640 $409,350 $416,440 City of La Cañada Flintridge 48 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - CITY CLERK (04)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 407,372 288,345 318,960 310,730 335,040
Operations and Maintenance 12,763 93,291 128,500 88,400 269,150 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 11,000
Total Program Expenditures $420,135 $381,635 $447,460 $399,130 $615,190 Budgeted Employees
City Clerk (FT) 1 1 1 1 1
City Clerk Specialist (FT) 1 1 1 1 0
Administrative Clerk (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Deputy City Clerk (FT) 0 0 0 0 1
Total Full-Time Employees 32222
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The City Clerk performs several functions related to legislative administration and compliance, public records, and municipal elections. This includes preparing City Council meeting agendas and taking meeting minutes, attesting to the proper execution of City documents, and publication of official notices. The City Clerk also responds to Public Records Act requests, oversees the filing of required forms, and manages the municipal election process, including filing official candidate forms and filings related to local ballot measures. The program funds the City Clerk (FT) and Deputy City Clerk (FT) positions.

Budget Highlights
During FY 2026-27, funds are budgeted for the City's General Municipal Election as expenses are billed after July 1, 2026.
407,372
288,345 318,960 310,730 335,040
12,763
93,291
128,500 88,400
269,150
0 100,000
200,000
300,000
400,000
500,000
600,000
700,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 49 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - CITY CLERK (04)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-04-5001 Salaries Full Time 266,912 213,777 226,970 228,810 238,990 01-04-5003 Salaries Other 955 161 1,710 1,170 4,290
01-04-5004 Retirement 67,230 26,650 27,580 28,650 30,020 01-04-5006 Medical Insurance 8,8860000
01-04-5008 Life Insurance 0 570 570 570 570
01-04-5010 Medicare 4,120 3,145 3,540 3,390 3,830
01-04-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 0 7,380 0 8,040
01-04-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 480 980 1,000 1,000 01-04-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500 01-04-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 59,270 42,062 48,730 45,640 46,800 Total Personnel $407,372 $288,345 $318,960 $310,730 $335,040 Operations and Maintenance
01-04-6031 Office Supplies 259 0 0 0 1,000
01-04-6032 Books & Publications 700 1,443 0 0 1,000
01-04-6034 Printing & Publishing 0 82,242 55,000 60,000 65,000 01-04-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 222 0 250 200 750
01-04-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 2,282 149 6,950 5,000 6,950 01-04-6053 Membership & Dues 1,080 1,255 1,300 1,200 1,500 01-04-6054 Employee Training & Education 1,900 2,717 2,000 2,000 2,100 01-04-6060 Contract Services 0000 125,000
01-04-6061 Professional Services 6,320 5,484 63,000 20,000 65,850 Total Operations and Maintenance $12,763 $93,291 $128,500 $88,400 $269,150 Capital Outlay
01-04-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 0 0 0 0 11,000
Total Capital Outlay $0 $0 $0 $0 $11,000
Total Program Expenditures $420,135 $381,635 $447,460 $399,130 $615,190 City of La Cañada Flintridge 50 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - ELECTIONS (08)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 0 0 0 0
Operations and Maintenance 92,495 0 0 0 0
Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $92,495 $0 $0 $0 $0
Budgeted Employees
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Elections program provides funding for the City's General Elections. As a general law City, elections are held every two years to elect City Council members. In addition, the City may conduct special elections as needed for such purposes as referendums or City Council vacancies. In FY 2019-20 the City, to comply with new State law on the timing of general elections, consolidated its General Election with LA County elections.

Budget Highlights
For FY 2024-25, the Elections program has been eliminated and all expenditure accounts moved to the City Clerk (04) program.
92,495
0 0 0 0
0 10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
100,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 51 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - ELECTIONS (08)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Operations and Maintenance
01-08-6034 Printing & Publishing 3,9520000
01-08-6060 Contract Services 87,7850000
01-08-6061 Professional Services 7580000
Total Operations and Maintenance $92,495 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Program Expenditures $92,495 $0 $0 $0 $0
City of La Cañada Flintridge 52 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - NON-DEPARTMENTAL (06)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 240,8150000
Operations and Maintenance 998,8860000
Capital Outlay 180,4580000
Total Program Expenditures $1,420,159 $0 $0 $0 $0
Budgeted Employees
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Non-Departmental program includes all expenditures that are unassignable to specific departments or are expenditures that are related to support services.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2024-25 the Non-Departmental program was eliminated and the expenditures distributed to other programs.
240,815
0 0 0
998,886
180,458
0 0 0 0
200,000
400,000
600,000
800,000
1,000,000
1,200,000
1,400,000
1,600,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 53 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - NON-DEPARTMENTAL (06)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-06-5005 Workers Compensation 121,1140000
01-06-5008 Life Insurance 9,8960000
01-06-5012 Leave Buy-Back 78,4500000
01-06-5014 Employee Wellness Program 3,3050000
01-06-5015 Unemployment 1260000
01-06-5017 Deferred Compensation 25,2210000
01-06-5018 Survivor Benefits 2,7040000
Total Personnel $240,815 $0 $0 $0 $0
Operations and Maintenance
01-06-6031 Office Supplies 33,7310000
01-06-6033 Postage 9,5690000
01-06-6034 Printing & Publishing 90,5790000
01-06-6038 Lease Agreements 43,8790000
01-06-6040 Claim Settlements 00000
01-06-6041 Insurance Premiums 427,0400000
01-06-6042 Surety & Emp. Bond Premiums 00000
01-06-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 2,0270000
01-06-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 7,8480000
01-06-6054 Employee Training & Education 5650000
01-06-6061 Professional Services 328,4640000
01-06-7101 Equip. Maint./Service Agreemts 55,1830000
Total Operations and Maintenance $998,886 $0 $0 $0 $0
Capital Outlay
01-06-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 7,1600000
01-06-8237 Computer Equipment / Software 129,3980000
01-06-8239 Geographical Information Sys 43,9000000
Total Capital Outlay $180,458 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Program Expenditures $1,420,159 $0 $0 $0 $0
City of La Cañada Flintridge 54 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (11)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 114,814 132,590 129,190 146,530
Operations and Maintenance 0 451,966 717,350 675,440 801,330 Capital Outlay 0 46,026 58,000 58,000 75,700
Total Program Expenditures $0 $612,806 $907,940 $862,630 $1,023,560 Budgeted Employees
Information Technology Specialist (FT) 0 1 1 1 1
Total Full-Time Employees 01111
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Information Technology program funds the City's centralized information technology efforts. The program includes the City's software, software subscriptions, hardware, and professional services budgets for maintaining, updating and securing the City's information technology systems across all departments. The program includes the Information Technology Specialist (FT) position.

Budget Highlights
No significant changes are anticipated in the Information Technology program in FY 2026-27, although Staff will be increasing consultant hours with its permitting system to improve user experience. 0 114,814 132,590 129,190 146,530
451,966
717,350 675,440
801,330 46,026
58,000 58,000
75,700
0 200,000
400,000
600,000
800,000
1,000,000
1,200,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 55 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (11)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-11-5001 Salaries Full Time 0 84,129 93,730 92,050 100,660 01-11-5003 Salaries Other 0 8,331 10,830 12,180 16,590
01-11-5004 Retirement 0 6,592 7,300 7,290 7,980
01-11-5008 Life Insurance 0 285 280 280 280
01-11-5010 Medicare 0 1,528 1,720 1,740 1,980
01-11-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 0 3,090 0 3,390
01-11-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 0 490 500 500
01-11-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 750 750 750 750
01-11-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 0 13,200 14,400 14,400 14,400 Total Personnel $0 $114,814 $132,590 $129,190 $146,530
Operations and Maintenance
01-11-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 0 0 500 100 500
01-11-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 0 0 1,500 1,500 2,000 01-11-6053 Membership & Dues 0 0 500 100 500
01-11-6054 Employee Training & Education 0 0 2,500 2,500 2,500 01-11-6061 Professional Services 0 275,687 316,250 300,000 371,170 01-11-6098 IT Service Providers 0 46,105 46,860 47,000 63,550 01-11-6099 Software, Licenses & Subscriptions 0 130,174 349,240 324,240 361,110 Total Operations and Maintenance $0 $451,966 $717,350 $675,440 $801,330 Capital Outlay
01-11-8237 Computer Equipment 0 46,026 58,000 58,000 75,700 Total Capital Outlay $0 $46,026 $58,000 $58,000 $75,700 Total Program Expenditures $0 $612,806 $907,940 $862,630 $1,023,560 City of La Cañada Flintridge 56 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.B.2: Parks, Recreation, and
Culture Division

GENERAL FUND - PARKS AND RECREATION (31)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 305,100 333,936 191,710 185,000 209,450
Operations and Maintenance 617,745 436,235 672,440 536,590 305,680 Capital Outlay 0 19,381 58,090 47,600 0
Total Program Expenditures $922,845 $789,552 $922,240 $769,190 $515,130 Budgeted Employees
Assistant Director, Admin Srvs (FT) 0 1 1 1 1
Facility Maintenance Supervisor (FT) 01000
Administrative Services Director (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Senior Management Analyst (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Recreation Specialist (PT) 1 0 0 0 0
Parks and Facilities Maint. Crew (PT) 00100
Total Full-Time Employees 22111
Total Part-Time Employees 10100
Program Description
The Parks and Recreation program provides for operating and maintaining several sports fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, and parks for the enjoyment and benefit of the community. The program funds the Assistant Director of Administrative Services (FT).

Budget Highlights
During FY 2026-27, no significant changes are anticipated to the Parks and Recreation. The City will continue providing popular programs such as the music in the park concert series and festival in lights. The program also funds the City's Hometown Hero and Gold Star programs.
305,100 333,936
191,710 185,000 209,450
617,745
436,235 672,440
536,590
305,680
58,090
47,600
0 0
100,000
200,000
300,000
400,000
500,000
600,000
700,000
800,000
900,000
1,000,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 57 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - PARKS AND RECREATION (31)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-31-5001 Salaries Full Time 213,986 258,851 151,720 148,970 163,440 01-31-5002 Salaries Part Time 2,1980000
01-31-5003 Salaries Other 4,0980000
01-31-5004 Retirement 52,592 27,132 11,870 11,970 12,960 01-31-5008 Life Insurance 0 570 280 310 280
01-31-5010 Medicare 3,633 3,876 2,460 2,320 2,620
01-31-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 4,956 4,570 0 5,500
01-31-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 250 490 500 500
01-31-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 1,500 750 0 750
01-31-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 28,594 36,802 19,570 20,930 23,400 Total Personnel $305,100 $333,936 $191,710 $185,000 $209,450 Operations and Maintenance
01-31-6023 Water 0 61,018 130,000 70,000 100,000
01-31-6027 Electricity 0 19,616 44,000 25,000 35,000
01-31-6030 Material & Supplies 0 1,941 9,500 9,500 3,000 01-31-6034 Printing & Publishing 0 15,716 14,000 13,000 14,000 01-31-6035 Stipend 2,350 1,850 2,750 2,500 2,750
01-31-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 0 0 1,000 100 1,000 01-31-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 550 1,324 1,600 1,050 2,500 01-31-6061 Professional Services 0 2,201 60,000 12,000 61,000 01-31-6064 Lighting (School Fields) 7,9510000
01-31-6073 Contribution to Comm. Groups 392,7750000
01-31-6081 Programs (Recreation) 102,921 110,375 124,300 120,000 86,430 01-31-6085 Youth Council Activities 1,090 206 1,600 250 0 01-31-6086 Joint Use Library 107,8630000
01-31-6087 Skate Park (87) 0000
01-31-7103 Building Maintenance 0 6,651 5,000 4,500 0
01-31-7104 General Maintenance 2,331 15,934 15,000 15,000 0 01-31-7105 Park Maintenance 0 199,402 263,690 263,690 0 Total Operations and Maintenance $617,745 $436,235 $672,440 $536,590 $305,680 Capital Outlay
01-31-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 0 19,381 58,090 47,600 0 Total Capital Outlay $0 $19,381 $58,090 $47,600 $0
Total Program Expenditures $922,845 $789,552 $922,240 $769,190 $515,130 City of La Cañada Flintridge 58 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - LANTERMAN AUDITORIUM (50)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 131,927 134,143 128,400 121,630 162,020
Operations and Maintenance 42,785 52,401 63,100 56,200 64,540 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $174,712 $186,543 $191,500 $177,830 $226,560 Budgeted Employees
Lanterman Auditorium Manager (PT) 1 1 1 1 1
Lanterman Auditorium Technician (PT) 4 3 3 4 4
Lanterman Auditorium Trainee (PT) 1 1 1 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 65555
Program Description
The Lanterman Auditorium program provides funding for personnel, operations, and maintenance of the Lanterman Auditorium facility. Lanterman Auditorium is owned by the La Canada Unified School District (LCUSD) and operated and maintained by the City under the Joint Use Agreement. The program funds the Auditorium Manager (PT), and four Auditorium Technicians (PT) positions.

Budget Highlights
During FY 2026-27, no significant changes are anticipated to the Lanterman Auditorium program. 131,927 134,143 128,400 121,630
162,020
42,785 52,401 63,100 56,200
64,540
0 50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 59 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - LANTERMAN AUDITORIUM (50)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-50-5002 Salaries Part Time 103,483 104,199 103,980 93,750 134,950 01-50-5003 Salaries Other 4,343 4,547 3,560 3,500 7,210 01-50-5004 Retirement 1,954 1,843 1,880 1,610 2,670
01-50-5010 Medicare 1,770 1,772 1,740 1,410 2,180
01-50-5011 FICA 5,427 5,582 5,340 4,560 6,610
01-50-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 14,950 16,200 11,900 16,800 8,400 Total Personnel $131,927 $134,143 $128,400 $121,630 $162,020 Operations and Maintenance
01-50-6023 Water 0 0 400 0 400
01-50-6027 Electricity 0 0 5,000 0 5,000
01-50-6029 Gas 0 0 200 0 200
01-50-6030 Material & Supplies 1,162 1,418 2,500 2,500 2,580 01-50-6037 Custodial Service 30,588 27,915 35,200 35,200 36,260 01-50-6061 Professional Services 1,165 3,413 4,800 4,500 4,950 01-50-7103 Building Maintenance 9,870 19,655 15,000 14,000 15,150 Total Operations and Maintenance $42,785 $52,401 $63,100 $56,200 $64,540 Total Program Expenditures $174,712 $186,543 $191,500 $177,830 $226,560 City of La Cañada Flintridge 60 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.C: Finance Department

GENERAL FUND - FINANCE (10)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 633,589 627,741 694,670 674,690 763,120
Operations and Maintenance 498,640 559,540 366,830 342,070 311,140 Capital Outlay 1,070,676 3,409 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $2,202,905 $1,190,691 $1,061,500 $1,016,760 $1,074,260 Budgeted Employees
Finance Director (FT) 1 1 1 1 1
Senior Accountant (FT) 1 1 1 1 1
Accountant (FT) 1 1 1 1 1
Management Analyst (FT) 0 0 0 1 1
Accounting Technician (PT) 1 1 1 1 1
Management Aide (PT) 1 0 0 0 0
Management Aide (FT) 0 1 1 0 0
Treasurer (PT) 1 1 1 1 1
Total Full-Time Employees 3444 4
Total Part-Time Employees 3222 2
Program Description
The Finance Department manages the City's financial activities. This includes cash receipts, accounts receivable/accounts payable, purchasing, payroll, the general ledger, and budgeting. In addition, the City Councilappointed City Treasurer manages the City's cash investments. The City Treasurer and the Director of Finance also support the City Council-appointed Investment and Financing Advisory Committee (IFAC). The department consists of the Director of Finance (FT), Senior Accountant (FT), Accountant (FT), Management Aanalyst (FT) , Accounting Technician (PT), and the Council-appointed City Treasurer (PT).

Budget Highlights
As in past years, the Finance Department was awarded the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Certificate of achievement for excellence in financial report for FY 2024-25, and has applied for the award for FY 2025-26.
633,589 627,741 694,670 674,690 763,120
498,640 559,540 366,830 342,070 311,140
1,070,676
3,409
0 200,000
400,000
600,000
800,000
1,000,000
1,200,000
1,400,000
1,600,000
1,800,000
2,000,000
2,200,000
2,400,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 61 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - FINANCE (10)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-10-5001 Salaries Full Time 365,507 393,504 465,860 463,800 511,520 01-10-5002 Salaries Part Time 81,096 51,777 59,540 56,140 70,650 01-10-5003 Salaries Other 44000 0
01-10-5004 Retirement 98,149 41,610 44,850 45,810 51,120 01-10-5006 Medical Insurance 9,185000 0
01-10-5008 Life Insurance 0 1,020 1,140 1,090 1,140
01-10-5010 Medicare 6,908 7,511 8,700 8,460 9,550
01-10-5011 FICA 744 689 890 890 890
01-10-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 43,903 17,170 4,300 19,000
01-10-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 684 1,970 1,480 2,000 01-10-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 2,803 4,250 3,500 4,250 01-10-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 71,956 84,240 90,300 89,220 93,000 Total Personnel $633,589 $627,741 $694,670 $674,690 $763,120 Operations and Maintenance
01-10-6032 Books & Publications 0 199 500 100 200
01-10-6034 Printing & Publishing 0 0 0 0 2,500
01-10-6035 Stipend 0 0 250 0 1,000
01-10-6036 SBITA Principal 289,281 253,934 0 0 0
01-10-6039 Interest Expense 6,628 26,469 0 0 0
01-10-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 258 0 400 130 400
01-10-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 1,940 0 7,500 1,770 7,850 01-10-6053 Membership & Dues 725 435 1,030 850 1,040
01-10-6054 Employee Training & Education 0 1,335 1,570 1,500 1,630 01-10-6061 Professional Services 199,808 277,168 230,460 230,260 277,020 01-10-6069 Write off adjustment 0 0 125,120 107,460 19,500 Total Operations and Maintenance $498,640 $559,540 $366,830 $342,070 $311,140 Capital Outlay
01-10-8601 Capital Outlay 1,070,676 3,409 0 0 0
Total Capital Outlay $1,070,676 $3,409 $0 $0 $0
Total Program Expenditures $2,202,905 $1,190,691 $1,061,500 $1,016,760 $1,074,260 City of La Cañada Flintridge 62 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.D: Community Development
Department

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.D.1: Planning Division

GENERAL FUND - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (05)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 1,345,963 523,271 571,480 548,490 586,230
Operations and Maintenance 1,694,242 12,335 29,330 16,550 32,650 Capital Outlay 0 106 250 100 250
Total Program Expenditures $3,040,205 $535,712 $601,060 $565,140 $619,130 Budgeted Employees
Community Development Director (FT) 1 1 1 1 1
Senior Management Analyst II (FT) 1 1 1 1 1
Management Analyst (FT) 1 1 1 1 1
Principal Planner (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Planner (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Assistant Planner (FT) 2 0 0 0 0
Permit Technician (FT) 2 0 0 0 0
Permit Technician (PT) 1 0 0 0 0
Planning Intern (PT) 1 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 9 3333
Total Part-Time Employees 2 0000
Program Description
The Community Development program consists of the Director, a Senior Management Analyst II, and a Management Analyst. The program includes department budgeting, contract management, business licensing, and other administrative duties performed on behalf of the Community Development Department as a whole.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2025-26, the Department took over Film Permit review previously handled by the Administration and Public Services Department.
1,345,963
523,271 571,480 548,490 586,230
1,694,242
12,335 29,330 16,550 32,650
0 500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,500,000
3,000,000
3,500,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 63 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (05)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-05-5001 Salaries Full Time 859,190 399,208 419,690 420,820 436,600 01-05-5002 Salaries Part Time 57,313 0000
01-05-5003 Salaries Other 8,218 0000
01-05-5004 Retirement 205,265 45,913 47,900 48,500 50,270 01-05-5006 Medical Insurance 56,700 0000
01-05-5007 Vision Insurance 284 0000
01-05-5008 Life Insurance 0 854 850 850 850
01-05-5009 Dental Insurance 489 0000
01-05-5010 Medicare 14,220 5,738 6,550 5,910 6,640
01-05-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 9,712 15,810 0 16,670
01-05-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 480 1,480 1,000 1,500 01-05-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 3,500 3,500 3,500 3,500 01-05-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 144,284 57,865 75,700 67,910 70,200 Total Personnel $1,345,963 $523,271 $571,480 $548,490 $586,230 Operations and Maintenance
01-05-6032 Books & Publications 42 0000
01-05-6034 Printing & Publishing 1,481 0000
01-05-6035 Stipend 6,700 0000
01-05-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 19 0 480 600 600
01-05-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 2,450 1,951 3,500 2,700 6,500 01-05-6053 Membership & Dues 2,159 1,063 1,200 1,100 1,400 01-05-6054 Employee Training & Education 244 0 150 150 150 01-05-6060 Contract Services 1,322,159 0000
01-05-6061 Professional Services 267,698 9,321 10,000 10,000 10,000 01-05-6065 General Plan Implementation 90,892 0000
01-05-6068 Commercial Facade Rehab. 0 0 6,000 2,000 6,000 01-05-6093 Documents/Recordings 399 0000
01-05-6201 Sewer Conn Subsidies 0 0 8,000 0 8,000
Total Operations and Maintenance $1,694,242 $12,335 $29,330 $16,550 $32,650 Capital Outlay
01-05-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 0 106 250 100 250
Total Capital Outlay $0 $106 $250 $100 $250
Total Program Expenditures $3,040,205 $535,712 $601,060 $565,140 $619,130 City of La Cañada Flintridge 64 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - PLANNING (25)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 584,327 661,440 646,260 713,060
Operations and Maintenance 0 165,943 871,640 452,020 589,570 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $0 $750,271 $1,533,080 $1,098,280 $1,302,630 Budgeted Employees
Assistant Director, Comm Dev. (FT) 0 1 1 1 1
Planner (FT) 0 1 1 1 1
Assistant Planner (FT) 0 2 2 1 1
Planning Intern (PT) 0 1 1 1 1
Associate Planner (FT) 0 0 0 1 1
Total Full-Time Employees 04444
Total Part-Time Employees 01111
Program Description
The Planning Division program maintains and administers the General Plan and certain sections of the Municipal Code. Specifically, it administers development functions, including processing entitlement applications, General and Specific Plan amendments, Zoning Code amendments and updates of the Zoning Map, and environmental compliance under the California Environmental Quality Act. The Planning Division also provides support to the Planning and Design Commissions. Planning is staffed by the Assistant Community Development Director, Planner, Associate Planner, Assistant Planner, and a Planning Intern.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2025-26, the Sustainability and Resilience Commission was established, with the Assistant Director as the liaison. During the FY, entitlements were approved for 5 new single-family residences and more than 30 ADUs. The program anticipates considerable effort around continued implementation of the General Plan. 661,440 646,260 713,060
165,943
871,640
452,020
589,570
0 200,000
400,000
600,000
800,000
1,000,000
1,200,000
1,400,000
1,600,000
1,800,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 65 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - PLANNING (25)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-25-5001 Salaries Full Time 0 412,814 455,880 455,720 491,830 01-25-5002 Salaries Part Time 0 24,148 31,220 31,230 35,350 01-25-5004 Retirement 0 50,068 54,470 55,940 60,650
01-25-5008 Life Insurance 0 1,139 1,140 1,140 1,140
01-25-5010 Medicare 0 6,764 7,690 7,460 8,340
01-25-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 5,571 14,910 3,660 16,550
01-25-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 300 1,970 1,500 2,000 01-25-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 01-25-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 0 80,524 91,160 86,610 90,280 Total Personnel $0 $584,327 $661,440 $646,260 $713,060
Operations and Maintenance
01-25-6032 Books & Publications 0 42 50 50 70
01-25-6034 Printing & Publishing 0 300 300 300 500
01-25-6035 Stipend 0 6,350 15,750 10,500 15,000
01-25-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 0 3,491 3,550 5,600 7,500 01-25-6053 Membership & Dues 0 1,335 1,700 1,700 1,700
01-25-6054 Employee Training & Education 0 0 150 160 300 01-25-6061 Professional Services 0 116,694 262,750 178,210 175,000 01-25-6065 General Plan Implementation 0 34,739 586,890 255,000 389,000 01-25-6093 Documents/Recordings 0 2,992 500 500 500
Total Operations and Maintenance $0 $165,943 $871,640 $452,020 $589,570 Total Program Expenditures $0 $750,271 $1,533,080 $1,098,280 $1,302,630 City of La Cañada Flintridge 66 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.D.2: Building and Safety
Division

GENERAL FUND - BUILDING AND SAFETY (26)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 230,969 279,440 276,930 323,160
Operations and Maintenance 0 1,352,637 1,552,200 1,551,770 1,603,400 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $0 $1,583,605 $1,831,640 $1,828,700 $1,926,560 Budgeted Employees
Permit Technician (FT) 0 2 2 1 1
Permit Technician (PT) 0 1 1 1 1
Permit Center Coordinator (FT) 0 0 0 1 1
Total Full-Time Employees 0222 2
Total Part-Time Employees 0111 1
Program Description
The Building and Safety Division conducts plan review and inspection services for all construction requiring building permits within the City. It provides interpretation and enforcement of applicable California building and City municipal codes and is responsible for issuing building permits and certificates of occupancy. The division is staffed by 1 full-time Permit Center Coordinator, 1 full-time Permit Technician and 1 part-time Permit Technician. A private consulting firm provides contract staff for plan check and inspection.

Budget Highlights
Nearly 2,000 permits were processed during FY 2025-26, including at least 30 ADU permits. The Permit Technicians began basic screening of permit applications and materials previously handled by the contract Plan Checker. A presentation to the business community on ADA compliance was given in April. 0 230,969 279,440 276,930 323,160
1,352,637
1,552,200 1,551,770 1,603,400
0 500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,500,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 67 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - BUILDING AND SAFETY (26)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-26-5001 Salaries Full Time 0 136,021 149,370 149,100 166,520 01-26-5002 Salaries Part Time 0 35,647 56,380 61,960 75,220 01-26-5003 Salaries Other 0 7,746 3,840 3,060 9,820
01-26-5004 Retirement 0 13,323 15,870 16,870 19,170
01-26-5008 Life Insurance 0 546 570 570 570
01-26-5010 Medicare 0 2,937 3,520 3,590 4,180
01-26-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 0 4,900 0 5,600
01-26-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 134 980 1,000 1,000 01-26-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 750 1,500 1,500 1,500 01-26-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 0 33,864 42,510 39,280 39,580 Total Personnel $0 $230,969 $279,440 $276,930 $323,160
Operations and Maintenance
01-26-6034 Printing & Publishing 0 1,085 1,600 1,200 1,400 01-26-6054 Employee Training & Education 0 0 600 570 2,000 01-26-6060 Contract Services 0 1,351,552 1,550,000 1,550,000 1,600,000 Total Operations and Maintenance $0 $1,352,637 $1,552,200 $1,551,770 $1,603,400 Total Program Expenditures $0 $1,583,605 $1,831,640 $1,828,700 $1,926,560 City of La Cañada Flintridge 68 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.D.3: Code Enforcement
Division

GENERAL FUND - CODE ENFORCEMENT (27)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 0 0 0 0
Operations and Maintenance 0 243,139 248,200 235,000 268,200 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $0 $243,139 $248,200 $235,000 $268,200 Budgeted Employees
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Code Enforcement program addresses complaints associated with quality of life matters such as property maintenance violations, zoning and building code violations, illegal dumping, unpermitted vendors, unpermitted signs, and ensuring businesses and residents are generally in compliance with the City's municipal code. The program includes 1 contract full-time week day officer and 1 contract part-time weekend officer.

Budget Highlights
Continuing in FY 2025-26, the City contracts for full-time Code Enforcement Officer services as well as a part-time weekend/after hours Code Enforcement Officer that assists in addressing unpermitted street vendors, construction outside of permitted hours, and unpermitted usage of athletic fields. 0 243,139 248,200 235,000
268,200
0 50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
300,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 69 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - CODE ENFORCEMENT (27)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Operations and Maintenance
01-27-6061 Professional Services 0 243,139 248,200 235,000 268,200 Total Operations and Maintenance $0 $243,139 $248,200 $235,000 $268,200 Total Program Expenditures $0 $243,139 $248,200 $235,000 $268,200 City of La Cañada Flintridge 70 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.E: Public Works Department

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.E.1: Public Works and
Engineering Division

GENERAL FUND - PUBLIC WORKS (42)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 932,637 299,263 469,340 476,400 477,110
Operations and Maintenance 1,171,492 604,014 304,950 186,310 209,230 Capital Outlay 1,786 90,335 95,000 31,220 30,000
Total Program Expenditures $2,105,915 $993,611 $869,290 $693,930 $716,340 Budgeted Employees
Public Works Director (FT) 1 1 1 1 1
Senior Management Analyst II (FT) 0 0 1 1 1
Public Works Inspector (FT) 0.8 0 0 0 0
Administrative Clerk (FT) 0 0 0 0 0
Public Works Intern (PT) 1 1 1 1 1
City Engineer (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Senior Civil Engineer (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Assistant Engineer (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Management Analyst (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 5.8 1 2 2 2
Total Part-Time Employees 11111
Program Description
The Public Works program provides for the overall management and oversight of all programs within the Public Works Department. Staffing includes the Director of Public Works (FT), Senior Management Analyst II (FT), and the Public Works Intern. A major component in program 42 is funding for the maintenance and minor improvements of streetscape portions of the public rights of way.

Budget Highlights
The FY 2026-27 budget service levels are slightly reduced due to one-time projects in FY 2025-26 in Professional Services and Furnishings & Equipment, as well moving several accounts to their respective budget Programs, including Parking Lots and Drainage Maintenance Facilities.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 71 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - PUBLIC WORKS (42)
Program Narrative and Summary (Continued)
932,637
299,263 469,340 476,400 477,110
1,171,492
604,014 304,950 186,310 209,230
1,786
90,335
95,000
31,220 30,000
0 500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,500,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 72 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - PUBLIC WORKS (42)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-42-5001 Salaries Full Time 717,740 192,811 329,400 356,490 338,040 01-42-5002 Salaries Part Time 30,008 26,771 38,010 28,350 37,710 01-42-5003 Salaries Other 238 0 320 0 320
01-42-5004 Retirement 56,840 18,007 28,330 26,810 29,800 01-42-5006 Medical Insurance 20,1840000
01-42-5008 Life Insurance 0 368 570 570 570
01-42-5010 Medicare 11,879 3,851 5,780 6,160 6,030
01-42-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 24,933 12,590 8,650 13,360
01-42-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 0 980 500 1,000
01-42-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 2,427 2,750 2,750 2,750 01-42-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 95,747 30,094 50,610 46,120 47,530 Total Personnel $932,637 $299,263 $469,340 $476,400 $477,110 Operations and Maintenance
01-42-6030 Material & Supplies 4,433 1,037 1,200 500 1,200 01-42-6032 Books & Publications 0 799000
01-42-6034 Printing & Publishing 520 0 1,500 0 0
01-42-6035 Stipend 1,600 1,700 2,750 2,450 3,000
01-42-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 265 292 500 50 2,250 01-42-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 4,492 3,601 6,000 4,830 7,750 01-42-6053 Membership & Dues 405 405 500 350 530
01-42-6054 Employee Training & Education 875 0 1,000 100 1,000 01-42-6061 Professional Services 251,361 0 100,000 85,000 60,000 01-42-6072 Special Events Setup/Teardown 76,3460000
01-42-7101 Equip. Maint./Service Agreemts 0 0 0 0 8,500 01-42-7102 Parking Lot Repairs 0 1,331 10,000 0 0
01-42-7113 Street Maintenance 174,416 594,005 145,000 75,000 125,000 01-42-7120 Tree Trimming 557,7530000
01-42-7121 Tree Spraying & Inspection 94,2300000
01-42-7123 Replanting of Trees 4,7950000
01-42-7124 Drainage Facilities Maintenance 0 844 36,500 18,030 0 Total Operations and Maintenance $1,171,492 $604,014 $304,950 $186,310 $209,230 Capital Outlay
01-42-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 1,786 70,335 70,000 22,220 5,000 01-42-8239 Street Improvements 0 20,000 25,000 9,000 25,000 Total Capital Outlay $1,786 $90,335 $95,000 $31,220 $30,000 Total Program Expenditures $2,105,915 $993,611 $869,290 $693,930 $716,340 City of La Cañada Flintridge 73 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - ENGINEERING (43)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 553,447 484,120 475,220 734,210
Operations and Maintenance 0 420,703 693,350 511,200 466,650 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $0 $974,150 $1,177,470 $986,420 $1,200,860 Budgeted Employees
City Engineer (FT) 0 1 0 0 0
Principal Engineer (FT) 0 0 0 0 1
Senior Civil Engineer (FT) 0 1 1 1 1
Public Works Engineer/Permit Technician (FT) 0 1 1 1 1
Public Works Inspector (FT) 0 1 1 1 0
Senior Public Works Inspector (FT) 0 0 0 0 1
Total Full-Time Employees 04334
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Engineering program is primarily responsible for the City's Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The program’s staffing consists of a Principal Engineer (FT), Senior Civil Engineer (FT), Public Works Engineer/Permit Technician (FT), and the Senior Public Works Inspector (FT). In addition to the staffing resources that are funded out of this program, the program included several key contract services, including the City’s Traffic Engineer and project engineering services.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, the Engineering Division will add a Principal Engineer position per the approved classification study for the department.
484,120 475,220
734,210
420,703
693,350
511,200
466,650
0 200,000
400,000
600,000
800,000
1,000,000
1,200,000
1,400,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 74 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - ENGINEERING (43)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-43-5001 Salaries Full Time 0 435,680 366,070 370,350 573,660 01-43-5003 Salaries Other 0 918 1,320 740 3,390
01-43-5004 Retirement 0 33,926 28,930 29,340 45,490
01-43-5008 Life Insurance 0 997 850 850 1,140
01-43-5010 Medicare 0 6,867 5,930 5,900 9,290
01-43-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 9,441 12,230 3,930 19,310
01-43-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 0 1,480 500 2,000 01-43-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 2,250 2,250 2,250 3,000 01-43-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 0 63,369 65,060 61,360 76,930 Total Personnel $0 $553,447 $484,120 $475,220 $734,210
Operations and Maintenance
01-43-6051 Auto & Mileage Allowance 0 0 250 50 500
01-43-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 0 0 500 0 500
01-43-6053 Membership & Dues 0 0 100 0 150
01-43-6054 Employee Training & Education 0 300 500 0 500 01-43-6061 Professional Services 0 420,403 692,000 511,150 465,000 Total Operations and Maintenance $0 $420,703 $693,350 $511,200 $466,650 Total Program Expenditures $0 $974,150 $1,177,470 $986,420 $1,200,860 City of La Cañada Flintridge 75 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - LANDSCAPE, TRAILS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY (45) Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 547,124 256,892 264,470 258,690 393,470
Operations and Maintenance 1,225,426 395,679 442,950 427,000 1,759,220 Capital Outlay 13,921 0 3,000 3,000 0
Total Program Expenditures $1,786,471 $652,571 $710,420 $688,690 $2,152,690 Budgeted Employees
Senior Management Analyst II (FT) 1 1 0 0 0
Senior Management Analyst (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Management Analyst (FT) 1 0 0 1 1
Facility Maintenance Supervisor (FT) 10100
Administrative Clerk (FT) 1 0 0 0 0
Management Aide (FT) 0 1 1 0 0
Division Manager (FT) 0 0 0 1 1
Maintenance Assistant (PT) 0 0 0 1 1
Total Full-Time Employees 52222
Total Part-Time Employees 00011
Program Description
The Landscape, Trails, and Rights-of-Way program manages the softscape portions of the public rights-of-way, the medians, City parkways and the City's 23-mile trail system. Staffing includes the Division Manager (FT), Management Analyst, and Maintenance Assistant (PT) position.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, maintenance of Parks and City Trees is moved to this Program from the Parks and Recreation (31) Risk Management (12) Programs, respectively. The result almost quadruples the budget for Landscape, Trails, and Rights-of-Way over FY 2025-26.
547,124
256,892 264,470 258,690 393,470
1,225,426
395,679 442,950 427,000
1,759,220
0 500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,500,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 76 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - LANDSCAPE, TRAILS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY (45) Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-45-5001 Salaries Full Time 383,471 187,257 174,950 175,050 287,290 01-45-5003 Salaries Other 517 0 480 470 790
01-45-5004 Retirement 72,335 17,120 14,880 10,750 22,780 01-45-5006 Medical Insurance 16,4450000
01-45-5008 Life Insurance 0 498 560 470 850
01-45-5010 Medicare 6,153 3,008 3,020 3,290 4,910
01-45-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 12,154 6,050 0 9,670
01-45-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 0 980 500 1,500
01-45-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 1,062 1,500 1,500 2,250 01-45-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 68,203 35,791 37,380 39,700 63,430 Total Personnel $547,124 $256,892 $239,800 $231,730 $393,470 Operations and Maintenance
01-45-6023 Water 138,020 44,880 49,100 48,950 49,500
01-45-6027 Electricity 45,610 7,093 8,000 9,860 10,000
01-45-6030 Material & Supplies 338 1,903 2,500 2,560 10,000 01-45-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 1,967 0 2,000 280 4,000 01-45-6053 Membership & Dues 0 0 0 0 130
01-45-6054 Employee Training & Education 0 29 250 50 250 01-45-7105 Park Maintenance 250,776000 296,500
01-45-7107 School Site Maintenance 380,3060000
01-45-7109 Median & Right of Way Maint. 158,273 183,409 214,300 200,840 271,890 01-45-7110 Trail Maintenance & Easements 130,721 158,367 166,800 164,460 170,000 01-45-7118 Property Maintenance 119,415000 140,000
01-45-7120 Tree Trimming 0000 679,500
01-45-7121 Tree Spraying & Inspection 0000 114,450
01-45-7123 Replanting of Trees 0 0 0 0 13,000
Total Operations and Maintenance $1,225,426 $395,679 $442,950 $427,000 $1,759,220 Capital Outlay
01-45-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 13,921 0 3,000 3,000 0 Total Capital Outlay $13,921 $0 $3,000 $3,000 $0
Total Program Expenditures $1,786,471 $652,571 $685,750 $661,730 $2,152,690 City of La Cañada Flintridge 77 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.E.2: Solid Waste and
Environmental Quality Division

GENERAL FUND - SOLID WASTE (52)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 33,044 120,540 114,400 130,540
Operations and Maintenance 101,136 50,680 282,560 93,510 202,400 Capital Outlay 86,033 2,890 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $187,169 $86,613 $403,100 $207,910 $332,940 Budgeted Employees
Management Analyst (FT) 0 1 1 1 1
Total Full-Time Employees 01111
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Solid Waste program provides residents, businesses, and the general public with facilities and services to address their waste and recycling needs. City staff manage three authorized waste haulers which collect waste, recycling, and construction debris. The program also funds public bins throughout the City, and accounts for expenditures on programs to increase source-separated recycling and green waste disposal. Staffing includes one Management Analyst (FT).

Budget Highlights
The FY 2026-27 budget includes funding for continued outreach, community education, contract management, and regulatory compliance. Additional funds are allocated for consultant services for the possible change from a three-hauler system to a single hauler system in FY 2027-28. 33,044
120,540 114,400 130,540
101,136 50,680
282,560
93,510
202,400
86,033
2,890
0 0
0 50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
300,000
350,000
400,000
450,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 78 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - SOLID WASTE (52)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-52-5001 Salaries Full Time 0 25,036 83,860 82,360 93,620 01-52-5004 Retirement 0 1,945 6,470 6,530 7,420
01-52-5008 Life Insurance 0 72 280 280 280
01-52-5010 Medicare 0 354 1,240 1,160 1,420
01-52-5012 Leave Buy-Back 0 0 2,740 0 3,150
01-52-5014 Employee Wellness Program 0 0 490 500 500
01-52-5017 Deferred Compensation 0 0 750 750 750
01-52-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 0 5,638 24,710 22,820 23,400 Total Personnel $0 $33,044 $120,540 $114,400 $130,540
Operations and Maintenance
01-52-6025 Refuse & Litter Collection 17,448 17,150 106,750 17,430 0 01-52-6030 Material & Supplies 3,241 147 660 200 1,000
01-52-6033 Postage 0 243 5,110 5,390 0
01-52-6034 Printing & Publishing 0 0 1,250 1,270 7,500
01-52-6052 Travel Conferences & Meetings 0 20 2,900 1,630 3,000 01-52-6053 Membership & Dues 275 390 390 330 330
01-52-6054 Employee Training & Education 0 900 0 0 400
01-52-6061 Professional Services 80,172 31,830 160,000 58,860 184,170 01-52-6072 Special Events Setup/Teardown 0 0 5,500 8,400 6,000 Total Operations and Maintenance $101,136 $50,680 $282,560 $93,510 $202,400 Capital Outlay
01-52-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 86,033 2,890000
Total Capital Outlay $86,033 $2,890 $0 $0 $0
Total Program Expenditures $187,169 $86,613 $403,100 $207,910 $332,940 City of La Cañada Flintridge 79 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - STORM WATER/NPDES (53)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 18,397 0 0 0 0
Operations and Maintenance 93,875 76,229 236,260 184,010 222,000 Capital Outlay 0 0 0 0 0
Total Program Expenditures $112,272 $76,229 $236,260 $184,010 $222,000 Budgeted Employees
Public Works Inspector (FT) 0.2 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 0.2 0 0 0 0
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Storm Water/NPDES program is necessary for compliance with the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board's NPDES Permit, for which the City is identified as a Permittee. The Permit requires the City to implement pollutant reduction measures for storm water discharges, eliminate non-storm water discharges, educate the public on impacts they have on protected waterbodies, conduct inspections at commercial/industrial facilities and public/private mitigation devices, and conduct water quality sampling and monitoring.

Budget Highlights
The FY 2026-27 budget has a reduction in Contract Services due to a portion of the cost for Catch Basin Maintenance shared in the Measure W Fund (18), as well as a new account for Drainage Facilities Maintenance moved from the Public Works (42) Program.
18,397
0 93,875
76,229
236,260
184,010
222,000
0 50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 80 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - STORM WATER/NPDES (53)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Personnel
01-53-5001 Salaries Full Time 11,3700000
01-53-5003 Salaries Other 600000
01-53-5004 Retirement 8730000
01-53-5010 Medicare 1840000
01-53-5020 Cafeteria Plan Benefits 5,9100000
Total Personnel $18,397 $0 $0 $0 $0
Operations and Maintenance
01-53-6060 Contract Services 20,061 33,635 188,650 131,850 148,000 01-53-6061 Professional Services 73,814 42,594 47,610 52,160 50,000 01-53-7124 Drainage Facilities Maintenance 0 0 0 0 24,000 Total Operations and Maintenance $93,875 $76,229 $236,260 $184,010 $222,000 Total Program Expenditures $112,272 $76,229 $236,260 $184,010 $222,000 City of La Cañada Flintridge 81 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

4.E.3: Facilities Division

GENERAL FUND - LANTERMAN HOUSE (49)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 0 0 0 0
Operations and Maintenance 178,123 178,227 196,240 182,480 205,540 Capital Outlay 3,872 6,735 11,400 5,000 11,400
Total Program Expenditures $181,995 $184,963 $207,640 $187,480 $216,940 Budgeted Employees
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Lanterman House program provides funding to the City-owned Lanterman House. The Lanterman House, located at 4420 Encinas Drive, was presented to the City as a gift from the Lanterman Family in January 1985. The house was built in 1915 by the Lanterman family and still contains all of the original furnishings. Plans to remodel and refurbish the house into a museum and limited cultural center were completed in 1993 and can now be enjoyed by the entire community and local historians. The City recevied a grant from the State of California to aid in the restoration process. The City's annual funding supports the day-to-day management and operations of the facility as well as other elements consistent with provisions of the Lanterman Museum Foundation Agreement.

Budget Highlights
As a way of supporting the Lanterman House Historical Foundation's operations of the Lanterman House facility, the FY 2026-27 includes the annual contribution in the Professional Services account rather than the Contribution to Community Groups account to reflect the Foundation's professional services provided to the City. 178,123 178,227 196,240 182,480
205,540
3,872 6,735
11,400
5,000
11,400
0 50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 82 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - LANTERMAN HOUSE (49)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Operations and Maintenance
01-49-6021 Telephone Charges 981 923 1,630 1,630 1,630
01-49-6023 Water 4,099 5,283 8,200 7,000 6,000
01-49-6025 Refuse & Litter Collection 0 0 0 0 2,740
01-49-6027 Electricity 2,975 3,861 3,400 5,200 5,570
01-49-6029 Gas 950 991 1,100 1,100 1,100
01-49-6061 Professional Services 0 697 250 250 172,000
01-49-6073 Contribution to Comm. Groups 152,350 165,300 165,300 165,300 0 01-49-7103 Building Maintenance 6,647 300 4,000 2,000 4,000 01-49-7106 Landscape Maintenance 10,123 873 12,360 0 12,500 Total Operations and Maintenance $178,123 $178,227 $196,240 $182,480 $205,540 Capital Outlay
01-49-8233 Building Improvements 3,872 6,735 11,400 5,000 11,400 Total Capital Outlay $3,872 $6,735 $11,400 $5,000 $11,400 Total Program Expenditures $181,995 $184,963 $207,640 $187,480 $216,940 City of La Cañada Flintridge 83 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - CIVIC CENTER (55)
Program Narrative and Summary
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Personnel 0 0 0 0 0
Operations and Maintenance 250,332 235,192 302,080 251,160 330,760 Capital Outlay 3,455 23,078 56,500 17,500 29,000
Total Program Expenditures $253,787 $258,270 $358,580 $268,660 $359,760 Budgeted Employees
None 0 0 0 0 0
Total Full-Time Employees 00000
Total Part-Time Employees 00000
Program Description
The Civic Center program funds ongoing operational and maintenance costs related to the Civic Center property, which includes City Hall and leased spaces.

Budget Highlights
During FY 2026-27, staff anticipates continued improvements to the Civic Center. 250,332 235,192
302,080
251,160
330,760
3,455 23,078
56,500
17,500
29,000
0 50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
250,000
300,000
350,000
400,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Personnel Operations and Maintenance Capital Outlay
City of La Cañada Flintridge 84 FY 2026-27 Budget

GENERAL FUND - CIVIC CENTER (55)
Program Expenditure Detail
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Operations and Maintenance
01-55-6021 Telephone Charges 9,515 10,015 12,000 13,100 14,500 01-55-6023 Water 5,863 9,347 10,000 10,000 11,000
01-55-6025 Refuse & Litter Collection 0 0 0 0 6,300
01-55-6027 Electricity 83,354 88,339 95,000 90,500 105,900 01-55-6037 Custodial Service 49,502 51,712 58,560 58,560 65,950 01-55-6061 Professional Services 1,950 5,229 37,250 32,000 37,250 01-55-7103 Building Maintenance 52,822 45,773 54,000 25,000 54,000 01-55-7104 General Maintenance 22,380 13,450 8,000 5,000 8,000 01-55-7106 Landscape Maintenance 11,168 1,823 12,270 12,000 12,860 01-55-7108 Leasehold Maintenance 13,779 9,503 15,000 5,000 15,000 Total Operations and Maintenance $250,332 $235,192 $302,080 $251,160 $330,760 Capital Outlay
01-55-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 406 17,942 25,000 15,000 25,000 01-55-8233 Building Improvements 3,049 5,136 31,500 2,500 4,000 Total Capital Outlay $3,455 $23,078 $56,500 $17,500 $29,000 Total Program Expenditures $253,787 $258,270 $358,580 $268,660 $359,760 City of La Cañada Flintridge 85 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge

Section Five:

Special Purpose Funds

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

5.A: Public Safety Grant Funds

TRAFFIC SAFETY FUND (02)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Revenue
02-00-4421 Vehicle Code 90,828 61,762 59,700 46,500 63,000 Total Revenue $90,828 $61,762 $59,700 $46,500 $63,000
Transfers In 00000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $90,828 $61,762 $59,700 $46,500 $63,000 Expenditures 00000
Total Expenditures $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out
02-00-9201 Transfers Out - General Fund (1) 90,828 61,762 59,700 46,500 63,000 Total Transfers Out $90,828 $61,762 $59,700 $46,500 $63,000 Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $90,828 $61,762 $59,700 $46,500 $63,000 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Ending Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Traffic Safety Fund allocates revenues received from vehicle code violations which occur within the City.

Monies from the Traffic Safety Fund are used to reimburse the General Fund for law enforcement costs.

Budget Highlights
The FY 2026-27 budget is largely unchanged from FY 2025-26, with receipts from vehicle code violations projected to remain relatively steady.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 86 FY 2026-27 Budget

TRAFFIC SAFETY FUND (02)
$90,828
$61,762 $59,700
$46,500
$63,000
$0
$10,000
$20,000
$30,000
$40,000
$50,000
$60,000
$70,000
$80,000
$90,000
$100,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$90,828
$61,762 $59,700
$46,500
$63,000
$0
$10,000
$20,000
$30,000
$40,000
$50,000
$60,000
$70,000
$80,000
$90,000
$100,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 87 FY 2026-27 Budget

SUPPLEMENTAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES FUND (35)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $0 $844 $19,818 $19,818 ($2)
Revenue
35-00-4410 SLESF State Cops Grant 186,159 194,663 199,960 204,200 209,240 35-00-4610 Interest 2,717 2,022 1,810 1,540 1,400
35-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 107 29 0 0 0
Total Revenue $188,983 $196,714 $201,770 $205,740 $210,640 Transfers In
35-00-9101 Transfers In - General Fund (1) 38,466 0 0 0 0 Total Transfers In $38,466 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $227,449 $196,714 $201,770 $205,740 $210,640 Expenditures
35-00-6059 LA County Sheriff's Dept. 226,605 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures $226,605 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out
35-00-9201 Transfers Out - General Fund (1) 0 177,740 201,770 225,560 210,640 Total Transfers Out $0 $177,740 $201,770 $225,560 $210,640 Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $226,605 $177,740 $201,770 $225,560 $210,640 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $844 $18,974 $0 ($19,820) $0 Ending Fund Balance $844 $19,818 $19,818 ($2) ($2)
Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund (SLESF) grant from the State of California funds "front-line" law enforcement programs.

Budget Highlights
For FY 2026-27 budget, all monies received from the SLESF grant are being transferred into the General Fund to pay for the City's ongoing Sheriff contract costs, rather than budgeting a portion of these contract costs directly within the SLESF Fund. This will consolidate all of the City's Sheriff contract costs within the City's General Fund.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 88 FY 2026-27 Budget

SUPPLEMENTAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES FUND (35)
$188,983 $196,714 $201,770 $205,740 $210,640
$38,466 $0
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$226,605
$0
$177,740
$201,770
$225,560 $210,640
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 89 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

5.B: Environmental Quality and
Community Assistance Funds

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND (11)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $0 $0 $1 $1 $1
Revenue
11-00-4410 CDBG Revenue 48,360 73,105 58,000 58,000 57,820 Total Revenue $48,360 $73,105 $58,000 $58,000 $57,820
Transfers In 00 000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $48,360 $73,105 $58,000 $58,000 $57,820 Expenditures
11-00-6202 Residential Rehabilitation 48,360 73,104 58,000 58,000 57,820 Total Expenditures $48,360 $73,104 $58,000 $58,000 $57,820 Transfers Out 00 000
Total Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $48,360 $73,104 $58,000 $58,000 $57,820 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $0 $1 $0 $0 $0
Ending Fund Balance $0 $1 $1 $1 $1
Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Fund is a federal grant, with the City's share distributed through the Los Angeles Community Development Authority. Funds are used to assist low and moderate income residents, residents with disabilities and seniors in the community. Administration of the program is provided through a consultant with oversight by the Senior Management Analyst within the Community Development Department.

Budget Highlights
All CDBG funding was made available in the FY 2025-26 budget to the current Residential Rehabilitation Program.

The Program continues to be popular as can be seen with 2 applications on the waiting list to be considered under the FY 2026-27 budget year.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 90 FY 2026-27 Budget

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND (11)
$48,360
$73,105
$58,000 $58,000 $57,820
$0
$10,000
$20,000
$30,000
$40,000
$50,000
$60,000
$70,000
$80,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$48,360
$73,104
$58,000 $58,000 $57,820
$0
$10,000
$20,000
$30,000
$40,000
$50,000
$60,000
$70,000
$80,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 91 FY 2026-27 Budget

MEASURE W FUND (18)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $466,634 $599,331 $901,086 $901,086 $1,143,946 Revenue
18-00-4411 Program/Measure Revenues 377,326 377,570 377,810 377,360 377,450 18-00-4610 Interest 19,423 27,904 13,170 25,500 23,200
18-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 1,404 610 0 0 0
Total Revenue $398,153 $406,084 $390,980 $402,860 $400,650 Transfers In 00 000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $398,153 $406,084 $390,980 $402,860 $400,650 Expenditures
18-00-6060 Contract Services 37,500 0 0 0 40,000
18-00-6061 Professional Services 130,500 104,328 123,500 105,000 133,500 18-00-7000 Project Expense 97,456 0 100,000 55,000 45,000 Total Expenditures $265,456 $104,328 $223,500 $160,000 $218,500 Transfers Out 00 000
Total Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $265,456 $104,328 $223,500 $160,000 $218,500 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $132,697 $301,755 $167,480 $242,860 $182,150 Ending Fund Balance $599,331 $901,086 $1,068,566 $1,143,946 $1,326,096 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
Measure W, passed in 2018 in Los Angeles County, created a comprehensive, regional plan to capture water and reduce reliance on imported water. Funding is designed to maximize the City's ability to address local stormwater and urban runoff challenges and opportunities. Projects/programs are required to include a water quality benefit.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, consultant costs to administer the City's ongoing NPDES monitoring and reporting requirements remains the same as FY 2025-26 rates.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 92 FY 2026-27 Budget

MEASURE W FUND (18)
$398,153 $406,084 $390,980 $402,860 $400,650
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
$450,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$265,456
$104,328
$223,500
$160,000
$218,500
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 93 FY 2026-27 Budget

AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT TRUST FUND (37)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $284,929 $184,874 $128,309 $128,309 $76,659 Revenue
37-00-4420 AQMD Trust Fund 26,800 26,449 26,660 27,080 26,720 37-00-4610 Interest 10,170 5,449 6,460 3,200 2,910
37-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 932 144 0 0 0
Total Revenue $37,902 $32,042 $33,120 $30,280 $29,630
Transfers In
37-00-9101 Transfers In - General Fund (1) 11,720 0 0 0 0 Total Transfers In $11,720 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $49,622 $32,042 $33,120 $30,280 $29,630 Expenditures
37-00-6061 Professional Services 1,621 0 0 0 0
37-00-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 0 88,608 81,930 81,930 0 Total Expenditures $1,621 $88,608 $81,930 $81,930 $0
Transfers Out
37-00-9231 Transfers Out - Cap Proj Fund (31) 148,055 0 0 0 0 Total Transfers Out $148,055 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $149,676 $88,608 $81,930 $81,930 $0 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance ($100,055) ($56,566) ($48,810) ($51,650) $29,630 Ending Fund Balance $184,874 $128,309 $79,499 $76,659 $106,289 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The City receives an annual allocation of AB 2766 funds from the Southern California Air Quality Management District to fund programs to improve air quality. Funds are derived from $6 per vehicle registration fee.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, the City anticipates the replacement of vehicles in the City's fleet.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 94 FY 2026-27 Budget

AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT TRUST FUND (37)
$37,902
$32,042 $33,120 $30,280 $29,630
$11,720
$0
$0
$10,000
$20,000
$30,000
$40,000
$50,000
$60,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$1,621
$88,608 $81,930 $81,930
$0
$148,055
$0
$0 $0
$20,000
$40,000
$60,000
$80,000
$100,000
$120,000
$140,000
$160,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 95 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

5.C: Sewer and Sanitation
Funds

SANITATION FUND (20)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Revenue
20-00-4140 Property Tax 10,269 0 0 0 0
Total Revenue $10,269 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers In 00 000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $10,269 $0 $0 $0 $0
Expenditures
20-00-6061 Professional Services 10,269 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures $10,269 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out 00 000
Total Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $10,269 $0 $0 $0 $0 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Ending Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Sanitation Fund tracks expenditures related to Sanitation Districts #28 and #34. In addition, the Fund tracks revenues and expenditures related to the acquisition and installation of a community sewer system.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, the City's proportionate share of the cost to administer the Sanitation Districts will be accounted for directly in the General Fund.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 96 FY 2026-27 Budget

SANITATION FUND (20)
$10,269
$0 $0
$2,000
$4,000
$6,000
$8,000
$10,000
$12,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$10,269
$0 $0
$2,000
$4,000
$6,000
$8,000
$10,000
$12,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 97 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER DEBT SERVICE - 98-1 FUND (23)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $54,014 $56,104 $58,107 $58,107 $59,127 Revenue
23-00-4610 Interest 1,927 1,955 1,020 1,020 930
23-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 163 48 0 0 0
Total Revenue $2,090 $2,003 $1,020 $1,020 $930
Transfers In 00 000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $2,090 $2,003 $1,020 $1,020 $930 Expenditures 00 000
Total Expenditures $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out 00 000
Total Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $2,090 $2,003 $1,020 $1,020 $930 Ending Fund Balance $56,104 $58,107 $59,127 $59,127 $60,057 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Sewer Debt Service 98-1 Fund accounted for the principal and interest payments made to repay the money borrowed to construct the sewer system within Sewer Assessment District 98-1. The loan was paid back in full in FY 2020-21.

Budget Highlights
The roughly $59,000 balance left in the fund is anticipated to generate roughly $930 in interest income in FY 2026-

27. No other activity in the fund is anticipated.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 98 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER DEBT SERVICE - 98-1 FUND (23)
$2,090 $2,003
$1,020 $1,020 $930
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 99 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER IMPROVEMENT - 02-1 FUND (24)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance ($995,104) ($995,104) $0 $0 $0
Revenue 00000
Total Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers In
24-00-9126 Transfers In - Swr DS 02-1 Fund (26) 0 995,104000 Total Transfers In $0 $995,104 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $0 $995,104 $0 $0 $0
Expenditures 00000
Total Expenditures $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out 00000
Total Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $0 $995,104 $0 $0 $0 Ending Fund Balance ($995,104) $0 $0 $0 $0
Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Sewer Improvement 02-1 Fund tracked revenues and expenditures related to the acquisition of the residential and commercial sewer systems constructed under an assessment district proceeding. Construction was completed in 2004.

Budget Highlights
There was a Transfer In from the Sewer Debt Service 02-1 Fund (26) in FY 2024-25 to extinguish the advance from the General Fund that was made to cover excess construction costs at the time the sewer was constructed. (The State loan used to construct the sewer was also paid off in full in FY 2024-25).

City of La Cañada Flintridge 100 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER IMPROVEMENT - 02-1 FUND (24)
$995,104
$0 $0 $0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 101 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER REDEMPTION - 02-1 FUND (25)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $0 $4 $0 $0 $0
Revenue
25-00-4410 Sewer Assmnt Fees (AD02 1) 346 1,089 0 0 0
25-00-4413 Penalties (AD 02 1) 19 755 0 0 0
25-00-4610 Interest 0 46 0 0 0
25-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 4 0 0 0 0
Total Revenue $369 $1,890 $0 $0 $0
Transfers In 00 000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $369 $1,890 $0 $0 $0
Expenditures 00 000
Total Expenditures $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out
25-00-9226 Transfers Out - Swr DS 02-1 Fund (26) 365 1,894 0 0 0 Total Transfers Out $365 $1,894 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $365 $1,894 $0 $0 $0 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $4 ($4) $0 $0 $0
Ending Fund Balance $4 $0 $0 $0 $0
Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Sewer Redemption 02-1 Fund accounted for the revenue collected from assessment fees imposed on properties within Sewer Assessment District 02-1. That assessment revenue, in turn, was transferred to another fund (Fund 26) to make debt service payments to repay the loan used to finance construction of a sewer system. Assessment district administrative fees were also accounted for in this fund. Billing for these sewer assessment fees ended in FY 2021-

22. Budget Highlights
No activity is anticipated in the fund in FY 2026-27.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 102 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER REDEMPTION - 02-1 FUND (25)
$369
$1,890
$0 $0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$365
$1,894
$0 $0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 103 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER DEBT SERVICE - 02-1 FUND (26)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $3,156,416 $2,378,239 $555,727 $555,727 $569,097 Revenue
26-00-4610 Interest 99,723 57,462 14,600 13,370 12,170
26-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 10,099 1,612000
Total Revenue $109,822 $59,074 $14,600 $13,370 $12,170
Transfers In
26-00-9125 Transfers In - Swr Red 02-1 Fund (25) 365 1,894 0 0 0 Total Transfers In $365 $1,894 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $110,187 $60,968 $14,600 $13,370 $12,170 Expenditures
26-00-6038 Principal Loan Payment 847,210 867,554000
26-00-6039 Interest Expense 24,007 12,146000
26-00-6040 Loan Service Charge 17,148 8,676000
Total Expenditures $888,364 $888,376 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out
26-00-9224 Transfers Out - Swr Imp 02-1 Fund (24) 0 995,104000 Total Transfers Out $0 $995,104 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $888,364 $1,883,480 $0 $0 $0 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance ($778,177) ($1,822,512) $14,600 $13,370 $12,170 Ending Fund Balance $2,378,239 $555,727 $570,327 $569,097 $581,267 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Sewer Debt Service 02-1 Fund accounts for the principal and interest payments made to repay the money borrowed to construct the sewer system within Sewer Assessment District 02-1.

Budget Highlights
The final debt service payment to repay State loan used to construct the sewer was made in March 2025. The roughly $995,000 cash advance from the General Fund to the Sewer Improvement Fund 02-1 (Fund 24), was extinguished as well. The roughly $569,000 balance left in the fund is anticipated to generate roughly $12,170 in interest income in FY 2026-27. No other activity in the fund is anticipated.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 104 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER DEBT SERVICE - 02-1 FUND (26)
$109,822
$59,074
$14,600 $13,370 $12,170
$365
$1,894
$0
$0
$20,000
$40,000
$60,000
$80,000
$100,000
$120,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$888,364 $888,376
$0 $0
$995,104
$0 $0 $0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
$1,600,000
$1,800,000
$2,000,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 105 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER IMPROVEMENT - 04-1 FUND (41)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $1,238,615 $1,286,539 $1,332,476 $1,332,476 $1,368,706 Revenue
41-00-4610 Interest 44,180 44,839 30,850 36,230 32,970
41-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 3,744 1,097 0 0 0 Total Revenue $47,924 $45,937 $30,850 $36,230 $32,970
Transfers In 00 000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $47,924 $45,937 $30,850 $36,230 $32,970 Expenditures 00 000
Total Expenditures $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out 00 000
Total Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $47,924 $45,937 $30,850 $36,230 $32,970 Ending Fund Balance $1,286,539 $1,332,476 $1,363,326 $1,368,706 $1,401,676 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Sewer Improvement 04-1 Fund tracked revenues and expenditures related to the acquisition of the residential and commercial sewer systems constructed under an assessment district proceeding. Construction was completed in April 2008.

Budget Highlights
For FY 2026-27, no activity is anticipated in the fund with the exception of interest revenue.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 106 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER IMPROVEMENT - 04-1 FUND (41)
$47,924 $45,937
$30,850
$36,230 $32,970
$0
$10,000
$20,000
$30,000
$40,000
$50,000
$60,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 107 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER REDEMPTION - 04-1 FUND (42)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Revenue
42-00-4410 Sewer Assmnt Fees (AD04 1) 234,427 3,143 0 210 0 42-00-4412 Prepayments (AD04 1) 0 0 0 0 0
42-00-4413 Penalties (AD 04 1) 1,497 851 0 20 0
42-00-4420 Administrative Fee (AD04 1) 37,650 0 0 0 0
42-00-4610 Interest 0 57 0 0 0
Total Revenue $273,574 $4,051 $0 $230 $0
Transfers In 00 000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $273,574 $4,051 $0 $230 $0 Expenditures
42-00-6010 Professional Services AD04 1 17,068 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures $17,068 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out
42-00-9201 Transfers Out - General Fund (1) 20,582 0 0 0 0 42-00-9243 Transfers Out Fund 43 235,924 4,051 0 230 0
Total Transfers Out $256,505 $4,051 $0 $230 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $273,574 $4,051 $0 $230 $0 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Ending Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Sewer Redemption 04-1 Fund accounted for the revenue collected from assessment fees imposed on properties within Sewer Assessment District 04-1. That assessment revenue, in turn, was transferred to another fund (Fund 43) to make debt service payments to repay the loan used to finance construction of the sewer system. Assessment district administrative fees were also accounted for in this fund. FY 2023-24 was the final year in which these assessment fees were collected.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, no activity in this fund is anticipated.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 108 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER REDEMPTION - 04-1 FUND (42)
$273,574
$4,051 $230 $0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$17,068
$0
$256,505
$4,051 $230 $0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 109 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER DEBT SERVICE - 04-1 FUND (43)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $7,155,737 $5,927,063 $4,397,464 $4,397,464 $2,821,524 Revenue
43-00-4610 Interest 212,365 159,828 123,800 121,980 111,000 43-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 22,664 4,674 0 0 0 Total Revenue $235,029 $164,501 $123,800 $121,980 $111,000 Transfers In
43-00-9142 Transfers In Fund 42 235,924 4,051 0 230 0
Total Transfers In $235,924 $4,051 $0 $230 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $470,953 $168,553 $123,800 $122,210 $111,000 Expenditures
43-00-6010 Professional Services AD04 1 1,475 0 0 0 0
43-00-6037 Principal - Loan Payment 1,515,648 1,550,508 1,586,170 1,586,170 1,622,650 43-00-6039 Interest Expense 103,154 83,451 63,290 63,290 42,670 43-00-6041 Loan Service Charge 79,350 64,193 48,690 48,690 32,830 Total Expenditures $1,699,627 $1,698,152 $1,698,150 $1,698,150 $1,698,150 Transfers Out 0 0 000
Total Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $1,699,627 $1,698,152 $1,698,150 $1,698,150 $1,698,150 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance ($1,228,674) ($1,529,599) ($1,574,350) ($1,575,940) ($1,587,150) Ending Fund Balance $5,927,063 $4,397,464 $2,823,114 $2,821,524 $1,234,374 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Sewer Debt Service 04-1 Fund accounts for the principal and interest payments made to repay the money borrowed to construct the sewer system within Sewer Assessment District 04-1.

Budget Highlights
FY 2023-24 was the final year in which sewer assessment fees from Fund 42 were transferred into this fund. Debt service payments will now be funded from the remaining fund balance in Funds 41 and 43. The final debt service payment will be made in FY 2027-28.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 110 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER DEBT SERVICE - 04-1 FUND (43)
$235,029
$164,501
$123,800 $121,980 $111,000
$235,924
$4,051
$0
$230
$0
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
$450,000
$500,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$1,699,627 $1,698,152 $1,698,150 $1,698,150 $1,698,150
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
$1,600,000
$1,800,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 111 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER MAINTENANCE 04-1 FUND (44)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $818,720 $984,478 $1,187,431 $1,187,431 $1,360,361 Revenue
44-00-4420 Sewer Maintenance Fees 3A 336,920 352,556 338,710 359,890 367,370 44-00-4610 Interest 32,408 37,234 25,920 23,740 21,600
44-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 2,369 874 0 0 0
Total Revenue $371,697 $390,664 $364,630 $383,630 $388,970 Transfers In 0 0 000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $371,697 $390,664 $364,630 $383,630 $388,970 Expenditures
44-00-6011 Professional Services 3A 5,646 6,117 10,250 8,500 10,000 44-00-7113 Sewer Maintenance (SPA 3A) 200,293 181,594 243,800 202,200 304,900 Total Expenditures $205,939 $187,711 $254,050 $210,700 $314,900 Transfers Out 0 0 000
Total Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $205,939 $187,711 $254,050 $210,700 $314,900 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $165,758 $202,953 $110,580 $172,930 $74,070 Ending Fund Balance $984,478 $1,187,431 $1,298,011 $1,360,361 $1,434,431 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Sewer Maintenance 04-1 Fund tracks revenues and expenditures related to ongoing maintenance costs paid to Crescenta Valley Water District sewer line and the City of Los Angeles for transmission, treatment, and disposal of discharge from Sewer District 3A. These expenditures are in addition to those incurred by the County of Los Angeles Consolidated Sewer Maintenance District, which maintains the public sewers in Sewer Project Area (SPA) 3A.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, the City will continue to utilize the maintenance fees to operate and maintain the sewer district.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 112 FY 2026-27 Budget

SEWER MAINTENANCE 04-1 FUND (44)
$371,697 $390,664 $364,630 $383,630 $388,970
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
$450,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$205,939 $187,711
$254,050
$210,700
$314,900
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 113 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

5.D: Street and Transportation
Funds

GAS TAX FUND (03)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $0 $538,222 $145,724 $145,724 $625,064 Revenue
03-00-4441 State Gas Tax (2106) 75,959 76,969 78,380 77,090 80,250 03-00-4442 State Gas Tax (2107) 169,120 168,605 178,380 164,350 179,570 03-00-4443 State Gas Tax (2107.5) 5,000 5,000 5,120 5,000 5,000 03-00-4449 State Gas Tax (2103) 191,117 193,754 186,690 187,810 200,820 03-00-4450 State Gas Tax (2105) 125,011 126,995 130,520 127,030 134,280 03-00-4453 State Gas Tax (SB 1 Rd Maint) 530,237 560,545 538,930 558,640 576,350 03-00-4610 Interest 9,153 15,570 3,610 8,720 7,940
03-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV (281) 298000
Total Revenue $1,105,316 $1,147,736 $1,121,630 $1,128,640 $1,184,210 Transfers In
03-00-9101 Transfers In - General Fund (1) 133,422 146,057 146,100 151,000 155,600 Total Transfers In $133,422 $146,057 $146,100 $151,000 $155,600 Total Revenue and Transfers In $1,238,738 $1,293,793 $1,267,730 $1,279,640 $1,339,810 Expenditures
03-00-6064 Lighting/Street & Traffic 168,883 151,474 174,500 189,300 195,000 03-00-7113 Street Maintenance 396,711 280,472 360,000 360,000 360,000 03-00-7117 Street Sweeping 133,422 146,057 146,100 151,000 155,600 03-00-7119 Street Repair 1,5000000
Total Expenditures $700,517 $578,003 $680,600 $700,300 $710,600 Transfers Out
03-00-9231 Transfers Out - Cap Proj Fund (31) 0 1,108,288 538,930 100,000 438,930 Total Transfers Out $0 $1,108,288 $538,930 $100,000 $438,930 Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $700,517 $1,686,291 $1,219,530 $800,300 $1,149,530 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $538,222 ($392,498) $48,200 $479,340 $190,280 Ending Fund Balance $538,222 $145,724 $193,924 $625,064 $815,344 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Gas Tax Fund accounts for State of California Gas Tax receipts that are spent on the maintenance and improvement of roads and streets. To be eligible for certain Gas Tax funds, the City must maintain an adequate level of General Fund expenditures on street and road improvements.

Budget Highlights
Given the restrictive use of the Gas Tax fund (tied specifically to roads and streets), the year-to-year primary use has remained focused on County service requests used to repair and maintain the City roads.

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GAS TAX FUND (03)
$1,105,316 $1,147,736 $1,121,630 $1,128,640 $1,184,210
$133,422 $146,057 $146,100 $151,000 $155,600
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
$1,600,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$700,517 $578,003 $680,600 $700,300 $710,600
$0
$1,108,288
$538,930
$100,000
$438,930
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
$1,600,000
$1,800,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
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TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT FUND (05)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Revenue
05-00-4540 TDA SB 821 23,500 20,473 16,020 16,020 16,960 Total Revenue $23,500 $20,473 $16,020 $16,020 $16,960
Transfers In 00000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $23,500 $20,473 $16,020 $16,020 $16,960 Expenditures 00000
Total Expenditures $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out
05-00-9231 Transfers Out - Cap Proj Fund (31) 23,500 20,473 16,020 16,020 0 Total Transfers Out $23,500 $20,473 $16,020 $16,020 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $23,500 $20,473 $16,020 $16,020 $0 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $16,960 Ending Fund Balance $0 $0 $0 $0 $16,960
Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Transportation Development Act (TDA) Fund allocates revenue and grant monies received from the State of California. The City utilizes TDA monies for the improvement of bicycle lanes and other transportation and/or infrastructure projects.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, the City will continue utilize the TDA Funds as supplemental funding to augment the annual Miscellaneous Concrete Repair project.

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TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT FUND (05)
$23,500
$20,473
$16,020 $16,020 $16,960
$0
$5,000
$10,000
$15,000
$20,000
$25,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$23,500
$20,473
$16,020 $16,020
$0 $0
$5,000
$10,000
$15,000
$20,000
$25,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
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PROPOSITION A FUND (30)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $891,068 $696,895 $588,911 $588,911 $418,471 Revenue
30-00-4411 Proposition A 532,475 522,938 518,590 518,590 527,920 30-00-4610 Interest 31,547 28,519 10,600 20,480 18,640
30-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 3,010 703 0 0 0
Total Revenue $567,032 $552,159 $529,190 $539,070 $546,560 Transfers In 00 000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $567,032 $552,159 $529,190 $539,070 $546,560 Expenditures
30-00-6053 Membership & Dues 11,681 11,420 11,890 11,260 2,800 30-00-6061 Professional Services 626,232 638,172 663,700 674,750 754,980 30-00-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 106,931 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures $744,844 $649,592 $675,590 $686,010 $757,780 Transfers Out
30-00-9201 Transfers Out - General Fund (1) 16,362 10,552 23,500 23,500 0 30-00-9231 Transfers Out - Cap Proj Fund (31) 0 0 150,000 0 150,000 Total Transfers Out $16,362 $10,552 $173,500 $23,500 $150,000 Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $761,206 $660,143 $849,090 $709,510 $907,780 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance ($194,173) ($107,984) ($319,900) ($170,440) ($361,220) Ending Fund Balance $696,895 $588,911 $269,011 $418,471 $57,251 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
Los Angeles County voters approved Proposition A in 1990, with no sunset date, which added an additional 1/2-cent to the sales tax collected in the county. Los Angeles County Metropolitan Authority (Metro) administers Prop A and distributes 25% of Prop A net revenues to local jurisdictions (Local Return). Prop A Local Return funds are restricted to transit-related programs.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, Prop A funds are used primarily to continue funding transit services within the City. Due to the rising cost of transit operations, non-transit specific expenses are moved to Prop C, including Transfer Out to General Fund for Salary Reimbursement, as well as Membership & Dues.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 118 FY 2026-27 Budget

PROPOSITION A FUND (30)
$567,032 $552,159 $529,190 $539,070 $546,560
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$744,844
$649,592 $675,590 $686,010 $757,780
$16,362
$10,552
$173,500
$23,500
$150,000
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
$800,000
$900,000
$1,000,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
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PROPOSITION C FUND (29)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $970,230 $1,318,134 $1,320,623 $1,320,623 $97,673 Revenue
29-00-4411 Proposition C 441,676 433,764 430,160 437,970 437,890 29-00-4610 Interest 43,363 53,134 20,850 38,160 34,730
29-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 2,759 1,121 0 0 0 Total Revenue $487,799 $488,019 $451,010 $476,130 $472,620 Transfers In 00 0 00
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $487,799 $488,019 $451,010 $476,130 $472,620 Expenditures
29-00-6053 Membership & Dues 2,775 2,800 2,800 2,800 11,890 29-00-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 0 150,000 0 0 0
Total Expenditures $2,775 $152,800 $2,800 $2,800 $11,890 Transfers Out
29-00-9201 Transfers Out - General Fund (1) 0 0 0 0 23,500 29-00-9231 Transfers Out - Cap Proj Fund (31) 137,119 332,731 1,846,880 1,696,280 60,800 Total Transfers Out $137,119 $332,731 $1,846,880 $1,696,280 $84,300 Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $139,894 $485,531 $1,849,680 $1,699,080 $96,190 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $347,904 $2,489 ($1,398,670) ($1,222,950) $376,430 Ending Fund Balance $1,318,134 $1,320,623 ($78,047) $97,673 $474,103 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
Los Angeles County voters approved Proposition C in 1990, with no sunset date, which added an additional 1/2-cent to the sales tax collected in the county. Los Angeles County Metropolitan Authority (Metro) administers Prop C and distributes 20% of Prop C net revenues to local jurisdictions (Local Return). Prop C Local Return funds are restricted to transportation-related improvements.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, Prop C funds are primarily transferred out to the Capital Projects Fund, as well as a a new Transfer Out to General Fund for Salary Reimbursement that is moved from Prop A.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 120 FY 2026-27 Budget

PROPOSITION C FUND (29)
$487,799 $488,019 $451,010 $476,130 $472,620
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$2,775 $152,800 $2,800 $2,800 $11,890
$137,119
$332,731
$1,846,880
$1,696,280
$84,300
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
$1,600,000
$1,800,000
$2,000,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
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MEASURE M FUND (27)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $1,061,646 $815,857 $582,584 $582,584 $500,584 Revenue
27-00-4411 Measure M Revenues 373,943 368,511 365,630 365,640 372,210 27-00-4610 Interest 42,799 32,919 13,390 13,390 12,190
27-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 3,408 620 0 0 0
Total Revenue $420,150 $402,050 $379,020 $379,030 $384,400 Transfers In 00 000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $420,150 $402,050 $379,020 $379,030 $384,400 Expenditures
27-00-6061 Professional Services 7,000 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures $7,000 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out
27-00-9231 Transfers Out - Cap Proj Fund (31) 658,939 635,324 731,290 461,030 90,000 Total Transfers Out $658,939 $635,324 $731,290 $461,030 $90,000 Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $665,939 $635,324 $731,290 $461,030 $90,000 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance ($245,789) ($233,274) ($352,270) ($82,000) $294,400 Ending Fund Balance $815,857 $582,584 $230,314 $500,584 $794,984 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
Los Angeles County voters approved Measure M in 2016, with no sunset date, which added an additional 1/2-cent to the sales tax collected in the county. Los Angeles County Metropolitan Authority (Metro) administers Measure M and distributes 17% of Measure M net revenues to local jurisdictions (Local Return). Measure M Local Return funds are restricted to street and transportation-related improvements.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, Measure M funds are primarily transferred out to the Capital Projects Fund and allocated to various transportation-related projects in Streets and Streetscape and Transportation and Traffic.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 122 FY 2026-27 Budget

MEASURE M FUND (27)
$420,150 $402,050 $379,020 $379,030 $384,400
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
$450,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$658,939 $635,324
$731,290
$461,030
$90,000
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
$800,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
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MEASURE R FUND (28)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $624,515 $907,849 $766,011 $766,011 $444,511 Revenue
28-00-4411 Measure R Revenues 331,153 325,262 322,620 322,620 328,420 28-00-4610 Interest 27,763 35,509 8,170 22,680 20,640
28-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 1,757 721 0 0 0
Total Revenue $360,674 $361,492 $330,790 $345,300 $349,060 Transfers In 00 000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $360,674 $361,492 $330,790 $345,300 $349,060 Expenditures
28-00-6038 Lease Agreement 42,500 0 0 0 0
28-00-6061 Professional Services 7,825 1,330 5,000 1,500 0 28-00-8231 Furnishings & Equipment 350 0 0 0 0
Total Expenditures $50,675 $1,330 $5,000 $1,500 $0
Transfers Out
28-00-9201 Transfers Out - General Fund (1) 0 52,000 59,500 59,500 0 28-00-9231 Transfers Out - Cap Proj Fund (31) 26,665 450,000 729,300 605,800 75,000 Total Transfers Out $26,665 $502,000 $788,800 $665,300 $75,000 Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $77,340 $503,330 $793,800 $666,800 $75,000 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $283,334 ($141,838) ($463,010) ($321,500) $274,060 Ending Fund Balance $907,849 $766,011 $303,001 $444,511 $718,571 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
Los Angeles County voters approved Measure R in 2008, with a sunset date in 2039, which added an additional 1/2- cent to the sales tax collected in the county. Los Angeles County Metropolitan Authority (Metro) administers Measure R and distributes 15% of Measure R net revenues to local jurisdictions (Local Return). Measure R Local Return funds are restricted to street and transportation-related improvements.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, Measure R funds are primarily transferred out to the Capital Projects Fund and allocated to transportation-related projects in Streets and Streetscape and Transportation and Traffic.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 124 FY 2026-27 Budget

MEASURE R FUND (28)
$360,674 $361,492 $330,790 $345,300 $349,060
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$50,675 $1,330 $5,000 $1,500 $0
$26,665
$502,000
$788,800
$665,300
$75,000
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
$800,000
$900,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
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Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge Section Divide

5.E: Capital and Major Project
Funds

BONDS & GRANTS FUND (04)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance ($18,916) ($23,176) ($0) ($0) ($0) Revenue
04-00-4430 State Grant 0 12,213000
04-00-4492 SMMC Grant Revenue 30,5320000
04-00-4499 State Local Early Action Planning Gran 0 20,810000 Total Revenue $30,532 $33,023 $0 $0 $0
Transfers In 00000
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $30,532 $33,023 $0 $0 $0 Expenditures
04-00-6061 Professional Services 2,367 9,847000
Total Expenditures $2,367 $9,847 $0 $0 $0
Transfers Out
04-00-9231 Transfers Out - Cap Proj Fund (31) 32,4250000 Total Transfers Out $32,425 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $34,792 $9,847 $0 $0 $0 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance ($4,260) $23,176 $0 $0 $0 Ending Fund Balance ($23,176) ($0) ($0) ($0) ($0)
Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Bonds and Grants Fund allocates revenues and grant monies received from other agencies for various acquisition and improvement projects.

Budget Highlights
During FY 2025-26, no Bonds & Grants activities are currently anticipated. However, the City is actively exploring new opportunities to secure grant funding, particularly in the area of emergency preparedness.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 126 FY 2026-27 Budget

BONDS & GRANTS FUND (04)
$30,532 $33,023
$0 $0
$0
$0
$5,000
$10,000
$15,000
$20,000
$25,000
$30,000
$35,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$2,367
$9,847
$0 $0
$32,425
$0
$0 $0
$5,000
$10,000
$15,000
$20,000
$25,000
$30,000
$35,000
$40,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
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FEDERAL EMERGENCY/ARPA FUND (07)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $112,300 $270,030 $334,328 $334,328 $260,035 Revenue
07-00-4416 ARPA Funds 2,546,368 1,020,458 687,600 1,123,037 0 07-00-4610 Interest 141,561 62,377 10,620 25,000 12,600 07-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 16,169 1,921 0 0 0 Total Revenue $2,704,098 $1,084,756 $698,220 $1,148,037 $12,600 Transfers In 00 0 0 0
Total Transfers In $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $2,704,098 $1,084,756 $698,220 $1,148,037 $12,600 Expenditures
07-00-6060 Contract Services 44,967 0 0 0 0
07-00-6061 Professional Services 225,013 208,980 186,700 0 0 07-00-6073 Contribution to Comm. Groups 0 310,900 0 0 0 07-00-7000 Capital Projects 140,535 136,270 276,960 235,850 0 07-00-8237 Computer Equipment / Software 48,152 16,293 0 0 0 Total Expenditures $458,668 $672,443 $463,660 $235,850 $0 Transfers Out
07-00-9201 Transfers Out - General Fund (1) 1,942,243 273,805 392,330 392,330 272,635 07-00-9231 Transfers Out - Cap Proj Fund (31) 145,457 74,210 594,150 594,150 0 Total Transfers Out $2,087,700 $348,015 $986,480 $986,480 $272,635 Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $2,546,368 $1,020,458 $1,450,140 $1,222,330 $272,635 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $157,730 $64,298 ($751,920) ($74,293) ($260,035) Ending Fund Balance $270,030 $334,328 ($417,592) $260,035 $0 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
In March 2021, the American Rescue Plan (ARPA) was signed into law, and it provided significant funding to all state and local government. The City received $4,786,575. All funds must be obligated by December 31, 2024, and fully expended by December 31, 2026.

Budget Highlights
To ensure all ARPA funds are obligated prior to December 31, 2024, unobligated ARPA funds will be allocated to the City's Sheriff contract costs, and the General Fund monies made available by ARPA will be used to pay for the projects budgeted within the ARPA Fund when those projects are undertaken.

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FEDERAL EMERGENCY/ARPA FUND (07)
$2.70
$1.08
$0.70
$1.15
$0.01 $0.0
$0.5
$1.0
$1.5
$2.0
$2.5
$3.0
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD

MILLIONS
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$0.46 $0.67 $0.46 $0.24
$0.00
$2.09
$0.35 $0.99
$0.99
$0.27
$0
$1
$1
$2
$2
$3
$3
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD

MILLIONS
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
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FEDERAL EMERGENCY/ARPA FUND (07)
Expenditure Detail, Budget and Projection
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Administration/Finance
AF-01 Cybersecurity Enhancements 00000
AF-02 Flock Cameras 2,850 0000
AF-03 HDL Consultant 00000
AF-04 Home Security Rebate (e.g. Ring Cams) 9,160 5,077 2,300 0 0 AF-05 Community Center - FIS lower Field Track 00000
AF-06 LED Lighting Retrofit (Lant Aud ) 00000
AF-07 Bid/Quote Software 9,575 0000
AF-08 Document Management System 13,600 8,000 0 0 0
AF-09 Tyler Tech Munis Financial System 24,977 8,293 0 0 0 AF-10 Contribution to Comm Group (Com Cntr of 0 310,900 0 0 0 AF-11 Los Angeles County Sheriff's Dept Svcs 1,924,800 273,805 392,330 392,330 272,635 Subtotal - Admin/Finance $1,984,962 $606,075 $394,630 $392,330 $272,635 Community Development
CD-01 Building Height Survey 55,725 0000
CD-02 Climate Action Plan (Blue Strike Env.) 84,206 0000 CD-03 Climate Action Plan Implementation 0 0 58,000 0 0 Subtotal - Comm Development $139,931 $0 $58,000 $0 $0
Public Works
PW-01 Catch Basin Clean-Out 44,967 0000
PW-02 Asset Management Plan (PROW) 58,359 97,649 50,400 0 0 PW-03 Asset Management Plan (Sewer) 00000
PW-04 Asset Management Plan (Storm Drain) 14,713 106,255 76,000 0 0 PW-05 Clean Power Alliance 00000
PW-06 Sewer Project Study 00000
PW-07 Community Center - Access 00000
PW-08 Community Center - HVAC 64,583 0000
PW-09 Community Center - Basketball Court 14,027 54,689 0 0 0 PW-10 Community Center - Window Replacemen 20,590 0000
PW-11 Community Center - Shade 00000
PW-12 Community Center - Gas Meter Relocatio 3,804 0000 PW-13 Lanterman Auditorium - Safety Lighting 00000
PW-14 Mid-Block Xwalk (Fthl @ Memorial) 34,027 20,672 249,970 234,260 0 PW-15 Mid-Block Xwalk (Descanso @ Trail) 3,504 2,345 294,150 294,150 0 PW-16 Mid-Block Xwalk (Fthl @ St. Francis) 0 54,140 26,990 1,590 0 PW-17 Mid-Block Xwalk (Verdugo @ Trail) 0 0 300,000 300,000 0 PW-18 FIS Lower Field Rehab Project 17,443 4,425 0 0 0
PW-19 Miscellaneous Concrete Repair (#2402) 145,457 74,210 0 0 0 Subtotal - Public Works $421,474 $414,385 $997,510 $830,000 $0 Total $2,546,367 $1,020,460 $1,450,140 $1,222,330 $272,635 City of La Cañada Flintridge 130 FY 2026-27 Budget

CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND (31)

FUND NARRATIVE AND EXPENDITURES BY PROJECT TYPE
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Expenditure Summary
Soundwalls 7,997,488 2,353,036 300,000 97,500 175,000
Streets and Streetscapes 544,181 3,747,004 7,566,540 524,510 7,093,500 Transportation and Traffic 435,726 244,931 5,406,810 4,230,510 1,122,130 Storm Drains and Sewers 1,428 185,974 150,000 26,200 133,800 Buildings and Facilities 0 35,860 186,850 97,300 0
Parks and Fields 88,636 85,879 770,650 710,000 60,650
Trails 484,379 28,999 25,000 8,990 0
Total Expenditures $9,551,836 $6,681,682 $14,405,850 $5,695,010 $8,585,080 $0
$2
$4
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$8
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$12
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Millions
Trails
Parks/Fields
Bldngs/Fac
Strm Drain/Swr
Transport/Trf
Strts/Strtscp
Soundwalls
Fund Description
The Capital Projects Fund tracks financial resources allocated for the acquisition, construction, maintenance, and/or improvement of the City's capital assets and are differentiated from orgoing maintenance expenses.

Budget Highlights
The FY 2026-27 includes $8.6 million carried over from previous years' projects, of which $7 million is allocated to just two projects: the Foothill Boulevard Street Remediation (Dip) and FY 2025-26 Street Resurfacing.

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FUND OVERVIEW
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $5,032,056 $889,241 $4,315,216 $4,315,216 $7,243,736 Revenue
31-00-4411 Regional Measure R 1,044,382 0 275,600 185,600 90,000 31-00-4414 LACMTA Local 0 0 60,910 0 60,910
31-00-4418 Measure A 0 396,012000
31-00-4452 MTA Call for Projects 102,296 83,533 164,400 164,400 0 31-00-4454 Regional Measure M 0 0 95,400 0 95,400
31-00-4456 SB1 Local Partnership Prog. 1,036,247 3,541,140 1,100,740 369,610 0 31-00-4459 State General Funds 1,237,601 2,440,188 44,220 0 0 31-00-4462 HSIP Grant 127,852 137,442 614,750 305,460 305,000 31-00-4485 State Funds - LATIP 0 0 117,000 20,370 96,630 31-00-4486 Donations 3,5000000
31-00-4487 Per Capita Grant 0 0 190,600 152,480 38,120
31-00-4492 SMMC Grant Revenue 78,4900000
31-00-4710 Miscellaneous Revenue 59,0000000
Total Revenue $3,689,367 $6,598,316 $2,663,620 $1,197,920 $686,060 Transfers In
31-00-9101 Transfers In - General Fund (1) 1,398,575 1,042,080 4,468,680 4,468,680 264,160 31-00-9103 Transfers In - Gas Tax Fund (3) 0 1,108,288 538,930 100,000 438,930 31-00-9104 Transfers In - Bnds & Grnts Fund (4) 32,4250000 31-00-9105 Transfers In - TDA Fund (5) 23,500 20,473 16,020 16,020 0 31-00-9107 Transfers In - ARPA Fund (7) 145,457 74,210 594,150 594,150 0 31-00-9127 Transfers In - Mea M Fund (27) 658,939 635,324 731,290 461,030 90,000 31-00-9128 Transfers In - Mea R Fund (28) 26,665 450,000 729,300 605,800 75,000 31-00-9129 Transfers In - Prop C Fund (29) 137,119 332,731 1,846,880 1,696,280 60,800 31-00-9130 Transfers In - Prop A Fund (30) 0 0 150,000 0 150,000 31-00-9137 Transfers In - AQMD Fund (37) 148,0550000
Total Transfers In $2,570,736 $3,663,105 $9,075,250 $7,941,960 $1,078,890 Total Revenue and Transfers In $6,260,103 $10,261,421 $11,738,870 $9,139,880 $1,764,950 Expenditures
31-00-7000 Capital Projects 9,551,836 6,681,682 14,405,850 5,695,010 8,585,080 Total Expenditures $9,551,836 $6,681,682 $14,405,850 $5,695,010 $8,585,080 Transfers Out
31-00-9201 Transfers Out - General Fund (1) 851,082 153,765 539,980 516,350 264,160 Total Transfers Out $851,082 $153,765 $539,980 $516,350 $264,160 Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $10,402,918 $6,835,446 $14,945,830 $6,211,360 $8,849,240 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance ($4,142,815) $3,425,975 ($3,206,960) $2,928,520 ($7,084,290) Ending Fund Balance $889,241 $4,315,216 $1,108,256 $7,243,736 $159,446 City of La Cañada Flintridge 132 FY 2026-27 Budget

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FUND OVERVIEW
$3.7
$6.6
$2.7
$1.2 $0.7
$2.6
$3.7
$9.1
$7.9
$1.1
$0
$2
$4
$6
$8
$10
$12
$14
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MILLIONS
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$9.6
$6.7
$14.4
$5.7
$8.6
$0.9
$0.2
$0.5
$0.5
$0.3
$0
$2
$4
$6
$8
$10
$12
$14
$16
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MILLIONS
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 133 FY 2026-27 Budget

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LIST OF CAPITAL PROJECTS
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Soundwalls
1611 Soundwalls - Phase II 1,744,450 366,082 25,000 7,500 0 2005 Soundwalls - Phase III 26,6650000
2204 Soundwalls - Phase IV 6,212,992 1,865,017 25,000 15,000 0 2412 Soundwalls - Phase IV - Sailsbury 13,381 121,937000 2606 Soundwalls - Phase V 0 0 250,000 75,000 175,000
Subtotal- Soundwalls 7,997,488 2,353,036 300,000 97,500 175,000 Streets and Streetscapes
Recurring Street/Streetscape
2301 Street Resurfacing 38,9190000
2401 Street Resurfacing 16,204 1,102,224000
2501 Street Resurfacing 0 1,210,616000
2601 Street Resurfacing 0 0 2,000,000 100,000 1,900,000 2402 Misc. Concrete Repairs 172,632 74,210000
2502 Misc. Concrete Repairs 0 192,550 57,400 33,770 0
2602 Misc. Concrete Repairs 0 0 250,000 200,000 50,000
1803 Misc. Bridge Repairs 3,821 325,518000
231,576 2,905,118 2,307,400 333,770 1,950,000
Medians
2305 Lndscp Medians (Fthl Link) 43,295 305,975000
2409 Median Dsgn - Drght Tol Lndscp 40,097 44,543 0 0 15,360 83,391 350,518 0 0 15,360
Pavement/Settlement Repairs
2411 Misc. Pavement Repairs 94,4360000
2504 Misc. Pavement Repairs 0 74,561000
2604 Misc. Pavement Repairs 0 0 64,000 54,000 10,000
2304 Knight Way Sinkhole 57,5000000
2407 El Vago Settlement Repair 24,6300000
2306 Fthl Blvd Dip 0 99,695 5,070,000 32,170 5,118,140
176,566 174,255 5,134,000 86,170 5,128,140
Other Street/Streetscape
2212 Antrim Place Rehabilitation 18,5400000
2408 Hamstead Slope Re 34,107 317,113 125,140 104,570 0 52,647 317,113 125,140 104,570 0
Subtotal- Streets and Streetscapes 544,181 3,747,004 7,566,540 524,510 7,093,500 City of La Cañada Flintridge 134 FY 2026-27 Budget

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LIST OF CAPITAL PROJECTS - continued
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Transportation and Traffic
Traffic Signals
2007 Traffic Sig Imprvmnts - Fthl Blvd. 275,046 11,546 5,530 5,530 0 2107 Traffic Sig Upg - Fthl @ Okwd 43,936 8,287 1,192,540 1,100,000 0 2210 Signal Upg - Vrdgo & Descanso 0 5,306 845,790 775,000 0 2307 Traffic Sig - Fthl/Verd/LaC 0 43,675 820,000 782,330 0 2404 Traffic Sig - Fthl @ Viro 45,936 14,866 649,660 649,200 0 2410 Traffic Sig Sync - Fthl Blvd 0 0 110,500 49,700 60,800 2605 Traffic Sig -A.C. Hwy @ Green Ln 0 0 100,000 10,000 90,000 2610 Mid-Block X-Walk @ 200 Foothill (HAWK 0 0 177,910 20,370 352,540 364,917 83,680 3,901,930 3,392,130 503,340
Pedestrian and Bicycling
1405 Foothill Blvd. Link 5,6040000
2211 Citywide Ped Crossing Upg 1,966 7,911 760,880 713,380 0 2406 Fthl Link Bike Path - Slgh Wall 48,898 145,903000
2608 Ped Crossing - Fthl. Indiana (HSIP 12) 0 0 390,000 45,000 345,000 56,468 153,813 1,150,880 758,380 345,000
Other Trans/Traffic
2208 Hillard Traf Clmng (Fthl to Frmnt) 14,340 7,438 104,000 25,000 78,790 2506 Bus Shelter Lighting Imprvmnts 0 0 150,000 0 150,000 2607 Okwd Operational Sfty Imprvmnts 0 0 100,000 55,000 45,000 14,340 7,438 354,000 80,000 273,790
Subtotal- Transportation and Traffic 435,726 244,931 5,406,810 4,230,510 1,122,130 Storm Drains and Sewers
2403 Misc. Storm Drain Repairs 1,428 170,974000
2503 Misc. Storm Drain Repairs 0 15,000 25,000 0 35,000 2603 Misc. Storm Drain Repairs 0 0 50,000 1,200 48,800
2609 Inverness Storm Drain & Resurfacing 0 0 75,000 25,000 50,000 Subtotal- Storm Drains and Sewers 1,428 185,974 150,000 26,200 133,800 Buildings and Facilities
2505 Lanterman Hse Drwy & Prkng Lot 0 9,885 76,850 76,820 0 2507 Cvc Cntr Southside Lease Sp Imp 0 25,975 110,000 20,480 0 Subtotal- Buildings and Facilities 0 35,860 186,850 97,300 0 City of La Cañada Flintridge 135 FY 2026-27 Budget

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LIST OF CAPITAL PROJECTS - continued
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Parks and Fields
2213 Mayors' Disc Park Imp 19,703 71,205 770,650 710,000 60,650 2405 FIS conv to Pklbll Crt 68,933 14,674000
Subtotal- Parks and Fields 88,636 85,879 770,650 710,000 60,650 Trails
2104 Sister Cities Friendship Trail 389,164 11,160 25,000 8,990 0 2214 Flint Canyon Trail 95,215 17,839000
Subtotal- Trails 484,379 28,999 25,000 8,990 0
Total - All Projects $9,551,836 $6,681,682 $14,405,850 $5,695,010 $8,585,080 $0
$0
$10,000
$15,360
$35,000
$45,000
$48,800
$50,000
$50,000
$60,650
$60,800
$78,790
$90,000
$150,000
$175,000
$345,000
$352,540
$1,900,000
$5,118,140
FIS L Conv to Turf
Traffic Sig Imprvmnts - Fthl Blvd.

Misc. Pavement Repairs
Median Dsgn - Drght Tol Lndscp
Misc. Storm Drain Repairs
Okwd Operational Sfty Imprvmnts
Misc. Storm Drain Repairs
Inverness Storm Drain & Resurfacing
Misc. Concrete Repairs
Mayors' Disc Park Imp
Traffic Sig Sync - Fthl Blvd
Hillard Traf Clmng (Fthl to Frmnt)
Traffic Sig -A.C. Hwy @ Green Ln
Bus Shelter Lighting Imprvmnts
Soundwalls - Phase V
Ped Crossing - Fthl. Indiana (HSIP 12)
Mid-Block X-Walk @ 200 Foothill (HAWK)
Street Resurfacing
Fthl Blvd Dip
Capital Improvement Program Fund Projects, FY 2026-27 Budget (total is $8.6 million)
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SOUNDWALL PROJECTS
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
1611 Soundwalls - Phase II 1,744,450 366,082 25,000 7,500 0 2005 Soundwalls - Phase III 26,665 0000
2204 Soundwalls - Phase IV 6,212,992 1,865,017 25,000 15,000 0 2412 Soundwalls - Phase IV - Sailsbury 13,381 121,937000 2606 Soundwalls - Phase V 0 0 250,000 75,000 175,000
Total $7,997,488 $2,353,036 $300,000 $97,500 $175,000
Overview of Soundwall Projects
The Soundwall Projects are the result of a 2007 I-210 Noise Study that identified 23 soundwall segments to be designed and constructed along I-210 within the City.

Phase I was for the design and construction of 2.5 soundwall segments and was completed in 2015.

Phase II is for the design and construction of 1 soundwall segment and is currently under construction.

Phase III is for the design and construction of 3 soundwall segments and was completed in 2023.

Phase IV is for the design and construction of 4 soundwall segments and is currently under construction.

Phase V is for the design and construction of 1 soundwall segmenent. Design is estimated to begin in 2025.

The remaining 11.5 soundwall segments are projected to be funded by 2029, or a portion thereof sooner.

The Soundwall Projects are done in partnership with Caltrans and Metro.

Funding is primarily from federal, state, and local grants, as well as the City's Local Return special funds. $0
$1
$2
$3
$4
$5
$6
$7
$8
$9
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Millions
Soundwalls - Phase V
Soundwalls - Phase IV
Soundwalls - Phase III
Soundwalls - Phase II
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STREET AND STREETSCAPE PROJECTS
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Recurring Street/Streetscape
2301 Street Resurfacing 38,9190000
2401 Street Resurfacing 16,204 1,102,224000
2501 Street Resurfacing 0 1,210,616000
2601 Street Resurfacing 0 0 2,000,000 100,000 1,900,000 2402 Misc. Concrete Repairs 172,632 74,210000
2502 Misc. Concrete Repairs 0 192,550 57,400 33,770 0
2602 Misc. Concrete Repairs 0 0 250,000 200,000 50,000
1803 Misc. Bridge Repairs 3,821 325,518000
Subtotal 231,576 2,905,118 2,307,400 333,770 1,950,000
Medians
2305 Lndscp Medians (Fthl Link) 43,295 305,975000
2409 Median Dsgn - Drght Tol Lndscp 40,097 44,543 0 0 15,360 Subtotal 83,391 350,518 0 0 15,360
Pavement/Settlement Repairs
2411 Misc. Pavement Repairs 94,4360000
2504 Misc. Pavement Repairs 0 74,561000
2604 Misc. Pavement Repairs 0 0 64,000 54,000 10,000
2304 Knight Way Sinkhole 57,5000000
2407 El Vago Settlement Repair 24,6300000
2306 Fthl Blvd Dip 0 99,695 5,070,000 32,170 5,118,140
Subtotal 176,566 174,255 5,134,000 86,170 5,128,140
Other Street/Streetscape
2212 Antrim Place Rehabilitation 18,5400000
2408 Hamstead Slope Re 34,107 317,113 125,140 104,570 0 Subtotal $52,647 $317,113 $125,140 $104,570 $0
Total $544,181 $3,747,004 $7,566,540 $524,510 $7,093,500 Overview of Street and Streetscape Projects
Street and Streetscape Projects consist of major construction for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of the City's public right-of-way infrastructure along streets and roads, including street repaving and reconstruction, median maintenance and improvements, parkway and sidewalk improvements, and slope stabilization for hillside roads.

The City's Pavement Management System guides the City's annual resurfacing project of 1-2 miles of streets and roads in the poorest condition. Other recurring annual projects include the Miscellaneous Pavement Repairs for the annual repair of pavement settlements as they occur, and Miscellaneous Concrete Repairs for the annual improvement of curbs and sidewalks along the City's streets and roads.

Street and Streetscape Projects are funded primarily from the General Fund and Local Return special funds.

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STREET AND STREETSCAPE PROJECTS
$0
$1
$2
$3
$4
$5
$6
$7
$8
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Millions
Other Street/Streetscape
Pavement/Settlement Repairs
Medians
Recurring Street/Streetscape
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TRANSPORTATION AND TRAFFIC PROJECTS
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Traffic Signals
2007 Traffic Sig Imprvmnts - Fthl Blvd. 275,046 11,546 5,530 5,530 0 2107 Traffic Sig Upg - Fthl @ Okwd 43,936 8,287 1,192,540 1,100,000 0 2210 Signal Upg - Vrdgo & Descanso 0 5,306 845,790 775,000 0 2307 Traffic Sig - Fthl/Verd/LaC 0 43,675 820,000 782,330 0 2404 Traffic Sig - Fthl @ Viro 45,936 14,866 649,660 649,200 0 2410 Traffic Sig Sync - Fthl Blvd 0 0 110,500 49,700 60,800 2605 Traffic Sig -A.C. Hwy @ Green Ln 0 0 100,000 10,000 90,000 Subtotal 364,917 83,680 3,724,020 3,371,760 150,800
Pedestrian and Bicycling
1405 Foothill Blvd. Link 5,604 0000
2211 Citywide Ped Crossing Upg 1,966 7,911 760,880 713,380 0 2406 Fthl Link Bike Path - Slgh Wall 48,898 145,903000
2608 Ped Crossing - Fthl. Indiana (HSIP 12) 0 0 390,000 45,000 345,000 2610 Mid-Block X-Walk @ 200 Foothill (HA 0 0 177,910 20,370 352,540 Subtotal 56,468 153,813 1,328,790 778,750 697,540
Other Trans/Traffic
2208 Hillard Traf Clmng (Fthl to Frmnt) 14,340 7,438 104,000 25,000 78,790 2506 Bus Shelter Lighting Imprvmnts 0 0 150,000 0 150,000 2607 Okwd Operational Sfty Imprvmnts 0 0 100,000 55,000 45,000 Subtotal 14,340 7,438 354,000 80,000 273,790
Total $435,726 $244,931 $5,406,810 $4,230,510 $1,122,130 Overview of Transportation and Traffic Projects
Transportation and Traffic Projects consist of major construction for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of the City's transportation-related infrastructure, including traffic signals, traffic calming improvements, active transportation infrastructure for pedestrians and bicycles, and transit vehicles acquisitions.

Funding for Transportation and Traffic Projects is primarily from Local Return special funds, as well as federal, state, and local grants.

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TRANSPORTATION AND TRAFFIC PROJECTS
$0.0
$1.0
$2.0
$3.0
$4.0
$5.0
$6.0
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Millions
Traffic Signals Pedestrian and Bicycling Other Trans/Traffic City of La Cañada Flintridge 141 FY 2026-27 Budget

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STORM DRAIN AND SEWER PROJECTS
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
2403 Misc. Storm Drain Repairs 1,428 170,974000
2503 Misc. Storm Drain Repairs 0 15,000 25,000 0 35,000 2603 Misc. Storm Drain Repairs 0 0 50,000 1,200 48,800
2609 Inverness Storm Drain & Resurfacing 0 0 75,000 25,000 50,000 Total $1,428 $185,974 $150,000 $26,200 $133,800
Overview of Storm Drain and Sewer Projects
The City's Storm Drain and Sewer Projects consist of major construction for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of the City's storm drains and sewer trunk lines.

Funding for Storm Drain and Sewer Projects is primarily from the General Fund. $0
$20,000
$40,000
$60,000
$80,000
$100,000
$120,000
$140,000
$160,000
$180,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Misc. Storm Drain Repairs
Padres Trail Desilting Basin
Fthl Blvd Storm Drain Deb Basin
Inverness Storm Drain &
Resurfacing
Misc. Storm Drain Repairs
Misc. Storm Drain Repairs
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BUILDING AND FACILITY PROJECTS
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
2505 Lanterman Hse Drwy & Prkng Lot 0 9,885 76,850 76,820 0 2507 Cvc Cntr Southside Lease Sp Imp 0 25,975 110,000 20,480 0 Total $0 $35,860 $186,850 $97,300 $0
Overview of Building and Facility Projects
Building and Facility Projects consist of major construction for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of the City's buildings and other facilities, including the Civic Center, the Community Center, and Lanterman House.

Funding for Buildings and Facilities is primarily from the General Fund. $0
$20,000
$40,000
$60,000
$80,000
$100,000
$120,000
$140,000
$160,000
$180,000
$200,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
Lanterman House Concrete Work Lanterman Hse Drwy & Prkng Lot Cvc Cntr Southside Lease Sp Imp
City of La Cañada Flintridge 143 FY 2026-27 Budget

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PARK AND FIELD PROJECTS
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
2213 Mayors' Disc Park Imp 19,703 71,205 770,650 710,000 60,650 2405 FIS conv to Pklbll Crt 68,933 14,674000
Total $88,636 $85,879 $770,650 $710,000 $60,650
Overview of Park Projects
The Parks Projects consist of major construction for the maintenance, repair, and improvement of the City's 6 parks:

Memorial, Glenhaven, Glenola, Mayors' Discovery, Olberz, and FIS. Projects may include new facilities (gazebos, restrooms, signage), new equipment (playground, exercise, courts), or landscaping improvements.

Funding for Park Projects is primarily from the General Fund, as well as state and local grants. $0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
$800,000
$900,000
23-24 Act 24-25 Act 25-26 Adj 25-26 Est 26-27 Bud
FIS L Conv to Turf
Mem Park Monument Sign
Mem Park Plygrnd Fence
FIS conv to Pklbll Crt
Mayors' Disc Park Imp
Olberz Park Gazebo
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TRAIL PROJECTS
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
2104 Sister Cities Friendship Trail 389,164 11,160 25,000 8,990 0 2214 Flint Canyon Trail 95,215 17,839000
Total $484,379 $28,999 $25,000 $8,990 $0
Overview of Trail Projects
The Trails Projects consist of major construction for the maintenance, repair, improvement, and/or new trails within the City's trail network. Trails capital projects are on City-owned trails in Cherry Canyon and Flint Canyon wash. All other trails are operated and maintained by third parties.

Funding for Trail Projects is primarily from the General Fund, as well as state and local grants. $0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
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Seco Creek Trail Sister Cities Friendship Trail Flint Canyon Trail City of La Cañada Flintridge 145 FY 2026-27 Budget

PROPERTY ACQUISITION FUND (38)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $267,545 $269,995 $269,995 $269,995 $204,995 Revenue 00 000
Total Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Transfers In
38-00-9101 Transfers In - General Fund (1) 2,450 0 0 0 0 Total Transfers In $2,450 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Revenue and Transfers In $2,450 $0 $0 $0 $0
Expenditures
38-00-8233 Building Improvements 0 0 265,000 65,000 200,000 Total Expenditures $0 $0 $265,000 $65,000 $200,000
Transfers Out 00 000
Total Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $0 $0 $265,000 $65,000 $200,000 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $2,450 $0 ($265,000) ($65,000) ($200,000) Ending Fund Balance $269,995 $269,995 $4,995 $204,995 $4,995 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Property Acquisition Fund designates monies for the acquisition and improvement of property. Revenues are derived from donations or funds set-aside by the City Council for this purpose.

Budget Highlights
The FY 2026-27 budget remains largely unchanged from the prior year. It provides funding for replacement of the Civic Center windows to address water leaks. The project is being carried forward from the previous fiscal year.

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PROPERTY ACQUISITION FUND (38)
$2,450
$0 $0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$0
$265,000
$65,000
$200,000
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 147 FY 2026-27 Budget

CIVIC CENTER DEBT SERVICE FUND (39)
Narrative
2023-24 2024-25 2025-26 2025-26 2026-27
Actual Actual Adj. Bud Estimate Budget
Beginning Fund Balance $586,904 $765,622 $948,937 $948,937 $1,299,027 Revenue
39-00-4610 Interest 20,058 25,634 15,720 15,090 13,170
39-00-4630 Gain/Loss on Investment FMV 1,676 687 0 0 0
Total Revenue $21,734 $26,321 $15,720 $15,090 $13,170
Transfers In
39-00-9101 Transfers In - General Fund (1) 434,600 434,200 611,780 611,780 611,340 Total Transfers In $434,600 $434,200 $611,780 $611,780 $611,340 Total Revenue and Transfers In $456,334 $460,521 $627,500 $626,870 $624,510 Expenditures
39-00-6037 Principal Loan Payment 116,799 120,548 124,420 124,420 128,410 39-00-6039 Interest Expense 146,912 143,103 139,170 139,170 135,110 39-00-6041 Annual Loan Charge 13,905 13,555 13,190 13,190 12,820 Total Expenditures $277,616 $277,206 $276,780 $276,780 $276,340 Transfers Out 00 000
Total Transfers Out $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out $277,616 $277,206 $276,780 $276,780 $276,340 Increase/(Decrease) in Fund Balance $178,718 $183,316 $350,720 $350,090 $348,170 Ending Fund Balance $765,622 $948,937 $1,299,657 $1,299,027 $1,647,197 Designated
Undesignated
Fund Description
The Civic Center Debt Service Fund tracks revenues and expenditures related to the State IBank loan debt incurred for the renovation of the Civic Center building. The loan is $4.9 million, the term is 30 years, and the interest rate is

3.21%. Beginning in FY 2032-33, the City can prepay the loan early without penalty, and monies are being set aside annually within this fund to enable that early repayment.

Budget Highlights
In FY 2026-27, the transfer in from the General will include $335,000 over and above the amount required to cover the annual principal and interest payment as a set-aside to enable full repayment in FY 2032-33.

City of La Cañada Flintridge 148 FY 2026-27 Budget

CIVIC CENTER DEBT SERVICE FUND (39)
$21,734 $26,321 $15,720 $15,090 $13,170
$434,600 $434,200
$611,780 $611,780 $611,340
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Revenue Transfers In from Other Funds
$277,616 $277,206 $276,780 $276,780 $276,340
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
23-24 ACT 24-25 ACT 25-26 ADJ 25-26 EST 26-27 BUD
Expenditures Transfers Out to Other Funds
City of La Cañada Flintridge 149 FY 2026-27 Budget

Preliminary Budget FY 2026-27 City of La Cañada Flintridge

Section Six:

Council Consideration Items

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
Approved
Maybe Funding Sources
No Gen Fund SB1 TDA Mea W Mea M Mea R Prop C AQMD
CC No. Description Total (01) (03) (05) (18) (27) (28) (29) (37) CM-01 Flock Traffic Analytics Program 20,000 20,000
CM-02 Home Anti-Burglary Protection Program (PSC#1) 40,000 40,000 CM-03 Flock Safety Cameras w ALPR (PSC#3) 25,000 25,000 CM-04 Joint Agency Emerg. Preparedness Wrkshp (PSC#4) 5,000 5,000 CM-05 Biannual Emerg. Preparedness Newsletter (PSC#2) 18,000 18,000 CM-06 E-Bikes for Specialized Operations (SH#2) 22,000 22,000 CM-07 Enhanced Automated License Plate Readers (SH#1) 29,750 29,750 CM-08 Flock License Plate Recognition Trailer (SH#4) 39,000 39,000 CM-09 Flock Mobile Security Trailer (SH#5) 50,000 50,000 CM-10 Full-Time Program Coordinator Position 140,000 140,000 CM-11 Operational Support Vehicle 40,000 40,000
CM-12 Unmanned Aerial System (UAS/Drone) (SH#3) 16,000 16,000 CM-13 Citywide Evacuation Plan Development 150,000 150,000 CM-14 FD Battery-Powered Rescue Tool 15,000 15,000
CD-01 Housing Element Update Cnsltng Srvs 250,000 250,000 CD-02 Wedge Analysis (Add'l Sustainabiity Analyst Srvs) 36,250 36,250 CD-03 7th Housing Cycle (RHNA) Preparation 100,000 100,000 CD-04 Personal Protective Equip./Body Cams for CD staff 3,500 3,500 CD-05 FT & PT City Code Enforcement Officers 179,770 179,770 CD-06 FT High-Level Planning Professional 178,650 178,650 CD-07 FT Permit Technician 114,050 114,050
CD-08 Sustainability Analyst Contract Increase 80,000 80,000 CD-09 Sustainable Mobility & Mode Shift Pilot (SRC) 100,000 100,000 CD-10 Transport Demand Mgmt & Shared Transit (SRC) 100,000 100,000 CD-11 Greenways Coalition & Planning Initiative (SRC) 25,000 25,000 CD-12 SRC Community Outreach & Engagement (SRC) 36,840 36,840 PW-01 Citywide Street Resurfacing 2,800,000 1,583,650 576,350 550,000 90,000 PW-02 Miscellaneous Concrete Repairs 200,000 183,040 16,960 PW-03 Drought Tolerant Landscape Medians 1,375,000 1,375,000 PW-04 Miscellaneous Bridge Repairs 50,000 50,000
PW-05 Miscellaneous Guardrail Repair 50,000 50,000
PW-06 Miscellaneous Pavement Repairs 75,000 75,000
PW-07 Miscellaneous Storm Drain Repairs 125,000 125,000 PW-08 Trails Council Link Accessibility Improvements 30,000 30,000 PW-09 Foothill Resurfacing & ADA Enh. Concept Plan 500,000 300,000 100,000 100,000 PW-10 Soundwall Phase V 75,000 75,000
PW-11 Hillard Safety Improvements 250,000 250,000
PW-12 Inverness Storm Drain & Resurfacing 150,000 150,000 PW-13 Green Alley II 105,000 105,000
City of La Cañada Flintridge 150 FY 2026-27 Budget

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS
Approved
Maybe Funding Sources
No Gen Fund SB1 TDA Mea W Mea M Mea R Prop C AQMD
CC No. Description Total (01) (03) (05) (18) (27) (28) (29) (37) PW-14 Citywide Bulk/Accelerated Street Resurfacing Study 150,000 150,000 PW-15 Elimination of City Solid Resources Fee 776,300 776,300 PW-16 Angeles Crest Highway Condition Assessment 250,000 250,000 PW-17 Angeles Crest Hwy at Green Lane Traffic Signal 550,000 550,000 PW-18 No Parking During Red Flag Program (105 signs) 75,000 75,000 PW-19 Community Center Patio Concrete Repair 125,000 125,000 PW-20 Pet Waste Stations 6,500 6,500
PW-21 Conversion PT to FT Maintenance Crew 21,940 21,940 PW-22 Pedestrian Crossing - Fthl at Indiana (HSIP Cycle 12) 300,000 300,000 PW-23 City Vehicle 85,000 85,000
AD-01 ADA Compliance for Website CC Documents 200,000 200,000 AD-02 Annual Printed Newsletter for Older Adults 12,000 12,000 AD-03 All-Weather Track Conversion at FIS Lower Field 310,000 310,000 AD-04 Audio-Visual Staff for Broadcasting Public Mtgs 81,000 81,000 AD-05 Website Display of City Entitlemnts & Bld Prmts 21,000 21,000 AD-06 Geotechnical Analysis of Cornishon Tennis Courts 100,000 100,000 AD-07 Memorial Park Playground Equipment 1,000,000 1,000,000 Total Requests $11,662,550 $9,264,240 $576,350 $16,960 $105,000 $725,000 $490,000 $400,000 $85,000 Total Approved $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0
City of La Cañada Flintridge 151 FY 2026-27 Budget

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Council Consideration Items: Public
Safety
FY 2026-27 Annual Budget Review
City staff has developed a series of proposed budget items related to public safety for City Council consideration. These items were prepared in coordination with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) to align with operational needs and public safety priorities.

FY 2026–27 Public Safety CCI Cost Summary
Program/Item Category Cost
Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR)
Expansion
Law Enforcement $29,750
Battery-Powered Rescue Combi Tool
(Squad 19)
Fire $15,000
E-Bicycles (E-Bikes) Law Enforcement $22,000
Unmanned Aerial System (Drone Program) Law Enforcement $16,000 Patrol Support Vehicle Law Enforcement $40,000
Flock Speed Feedback Trailer & Traffic
Analytics
Law Enforcement $39,000
Flock Mobile Security Trailer Law Enforcement $50,000

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Overview & LASD Priority
Following a collaborative development process between the City and the Sheriff/Fire Department. The following items are being proposed and prioritized based on operational impact, feasibility, and alignment with current public safety strategies:

1. Enhance Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Deployment (Sheriff) & Battery-Powered Rescue Combi Tool for Paramedic Rescue Squad 19 (Fire)

2. E-Bicycles (E-Bikes) for Specialized Operations

3. Unmanned Aerial System (UAS/Drone)

4. Patrol Support Vehicle

5. Flock LPR Speed Feedback Trailer & Traffic Analytics Package

6. Flock Mobile Security Trailer
Strategic Focus Areas
Technology as a Force Multiplier
A central theme of this year’s requests is the continued investment in technology-driven solutions that enhance deputy effectiveness without requiring proportional increases in staffing.

The expansion of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) systems represents the highest priority.

These systems continuously scan and analyze license plates in real time, identifying stolen vehicles, wanted subjects, and other alerts. This capability significantly increases productivity by allowing deputies to focus on proactive policing while technology performs high-volume data processing in the background.

Similarly, the proposed Unmanned Aerial System (UAS/Drone) program provides real-time aerial situational awareness, particularly valuable given the City’s hillside geography and limited access routes. This capability improves response times and reduces reliance on more costly air support resources.

Together, these tools represent a shift toward scalable, cost-effective public safety enhancements that improve outcomes while managing long-term personnel costs.

Flexible and Rapid Deployment Resources
Several proposed items focus on providing the Sheriff’s Department with mobile, adaptable resources that can be deployed based on real-time conditions and community needs.

The Flock LPR Speed Feedback Trailer and Flock Mobile Security Trailer provide portable, solarpowered systems that can be rapidly deployed to areas experiencing crime trends, traffic concerns, or increased activity such as special events.

These tools allow the City to:
• Expand coverage without permanent infrastructure

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• Respond quickly to changing conditions
• Provide visible deterrence to criminal and unsafe driving behavior • Collect actionable data to inform future decisions
Additionally, the Traffic Analytics component (if approved as part of the Traffic Analysis CCI) provides valuable data on vehicle volumes, travel patterns, and roadway usage, supporting both public safety and Public Works planning efforts.

Enhanced Mobility and Community-Oriented Policing
The proposed E-Bicycle (E-Bike) program enhances the Sheriff’s Department’s ability to operate effectively in environments where traditional patrol vehicles are less practical, such as community events, parks, and congested areas.

E-Bikes provide:
• Increased mobility and faster response in dense environments • Greater visibility and approachability for deputies
• Enhanced community engagement opportunities
• A cost-effective alternative to traditional patrol vehicles This program supports both operational efficiency and community-oriented policing objectives.

Staff is also recommending the acquisition of an operational support vehicle to enhance the Sheriff’s Department’s investigative capabilities within the City. This unmarked vehicle will allow the Detective Bureau to conduct surveillance operations discreetly, improving the ability to gather intelligence, preserve case integrity, and support proactive enforcement efforts. By enabling deputies to operate inconspicuously and respond more effectively to evolving situations, the vehicle serves as a force multiplier that strengthens investigative outcomes and enhances overall public safety.

Emergency Response and Life-Safety Equipment
In addition to law enforcement-related enhancements, the City is also evaluating targeted investments that support fire and emergency medical response capabilities.

The proposed acquisition of a battery-powered rescue combi tool for Paramedic Rescue Squad 19 represents a focused investment in life-safety equipment that directly impacts emergency response outcomes. This tool integrates cutting and spreading functions into a single unit, allowing for rapid vehicle extrication in situations where individuals are trapped.

The battery-powered design significantly improves deployment time and operational efficiency by eliminating the need for hydraulic hoses and external power units, enabling a single responder to initiate rescue operations immediately. This enhancement is particularly critical in time-sensitive incidents where seconds can impact patient outcomes.

This request complements the broader public safety strategy by ensuring that fire rescue operations are equipped with modern, efficient tools, consistent with the City’s overall approach to leveraging technology to improve service delivery.

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Integrated Approach to Public Safety
The FY 2026–27 public safety budget requests reflect a strategic evolution in how the City approaches public safety, emphasizing technology, flexibility, and efficiency. The proposed items are designed to function as a comprehensive and integrated strategy, combining technology investments such as ALPR and UAS to enhance detection, awareness, and response; mobile assets to provide flexible, rapid deployment capabilities; mobility tools like E-Bikes to improve field operations and community interaction; and targeted fire service equipment to strengthen emergency rescue capabilities.

The Sheriff’s Department’s prioritization underscores the importance of investing in tools that strengthen real-time situational awareness and maximize the effectiveness of existing personnel, while the Fire Department's request highlights the City’s commitment to enhancing life-safety response capabilities.

Collectively, these investments represent a shift toward a modern, data-driven, and adaptable public safety model that improves service delivery while leveraging current resources.

Please refer to the attached budget packet for detailed item descriptions and cost estimates.

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Flock Traffic Analytics Program
Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $20,000
Account Number(s) 01-21-6061
Background The City of La Cañada Flintridge currently utilizes Flock Safety camera technology as part of its public safety infrastructure. These cameras are deployed for law enforcement purposes and are operated exclusively by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

As the City continues to evaluate data-driven approaches to traffic management, staff have explored leveraging existing infrastructure to deliver additional operational value without expanding physical deployments.

Flock Safety offers a Traffic Analytics Package that utilizes the City’s existing camera network to generate traffic-related data, including vehicle counts, travel patterns, and roadway usage trends.

Justification The proposed Traffic Analytics Program would allow the City to leverage its existing Flock infrastructure to obtain aggregated traffic data to support planning, operational decision-making, and future capital improvement projects.

The analytics provided through this program include:
• Traffic volume counts
• Directional travel patterns
• Peak usage trends
• General roadway utilization data
This information can support the City in evaluating:
• Traffic calming measures
• Intersection performance
• Impacts of development or school traffic
• Infrastructure planning and prioritization
It is important to note that this program is strictly limited to data analytics functionality. City staff would not have access to camera footage, images, or law enforcement data. Access to camera footage will continue to remain exclusively with law enforcement, consistent with current policy and operational practice.

As such, this program enhances the City’s ability to make data-informed decisions while maintaining existing privacy protections and operational boundaries.

Fiscal Impact $20,000
Recurring Annual
Cost
$10,000
CM 01

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Home Anti-Burglary Protection Program
Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $40,000
Account Number(s) 01-21-6081
Background Property crime, including burglary, remains a concern for residents and business owners in La Cañada Flintridge. There are several effective strategies that can help reduce risk and improve security. These can include reinforcing vulnerable entry points like doors and windows, installing protective measures such as anti-burglary window film, or securing mailboxes with locks. Because burglars often look for easy access, taking a layered approach with multiple preventative measures can significantly deter criminal activity and enhance overall safety.

The Public Safety Commission identified this as their first priority for program funding.

Justification The Home Anti-Burglary Protection Program would be designed to support residents and businesses in La Cañada Flintridge in strengthening their properties against burglary. Property crime remains an ongoing concern, and taking proactive steps can significantly reduce risk. The program would be developed in collaboration with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, City staff, and the Public Safety Commission, to establish clear eligibility guidelines on qualifying purchases and installations effectively enhance property security such as anti-burglary window film or locking mailboxes. This coordinated approach will help align the programs with best practices in crime prevention.

Operating on a reimbursement basis, the requested $40,000 in funding will be used to offset the cost of eligible security improvements for property owners. By lowering financial barriers, the City aims to promote broader adoption of layered burglary prevention strategies, ultimately reducing property crime and fostering a safer, more secure community.

Fiscal Impact $40,000
Recurring Annual Cost None
CM 02

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Flock Safety Cameras
Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $25,000
Account Number(s) 01-21-6061
Background Since 2020, the City installed Flock Safety cameras at entry/exit points to the City and certain key tracking points throughout the community.

Given the success of the pilot period combined with the review of current coverage and crime trends, in 2022 and 2025 the City purchased and installed an additional Flock Safety Cameras throughout the City.

This request includes the installation of five new cameras to further enhance the existing network and improve coverage in strategic areas.

The Flock Safety camera has shown a positive impact and is one of the tools assisting the Sheriff’s Department in capturing suspects involved in crimes committed in the City and neighboring jurisdictions. The deployment and installation of Flock Safety cameras integrated with Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology has assisted the Sheriff’s Department with investigating and solving crimes.

The Public Safety Commission identified this as their third priority for program funding.

Justification The purchase and installation of five additional cameras will enhance the City’s ability to monitor and track vehicles associated with criminal activity, particularly those that generate alerts within law enforcement systems. Expanding the existing network will help close coverage gaps, improve continuity of vehicle tracking, and strengthen real-time coordination with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, ultimately supporting more efficient investigations and response efforts.

The requested funding will cover the initial costs of equipment, installation, and system activation. Ongoing annual licensing fees will be required to maintain full system functionality and ensure continued access to data and support services.

Fiscal Impact $25,000
Recurring Annual Cost $15,000 for five additional annual licenses.

CM 03

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Joint Agency Emergency Preparedness Workshop Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $5,000
Account Number(s) 01-21-6082
Background The City currently maintains an Emergency Operations Plan and coordinates with a range of partner agencies, including law enforcement, fire services, public works, and regional emergency management organizations, to prepare for and respond to emergencies. A Joint Agency Emergency Preparedness Workshop would bring together key stakeholders to review existing plans, clarify roles and responsibilities, and improve coordination across agencies in a controlled, collaborative environment.

As the City continues to strengthen its emergency preparedness capabilities, staff have identified the need for enhanced interagency collaboration to ensure alignment in procedures, communication protocols, and operational expectations during incidents.

The Public Safety Commission identified this as their fourth priority for program funding.

Justification The proposed Joint Agency Emergency Preparedness Workshop would enhance the City’s readiness by fostering coordination, communication, and shared understanding among all responding agencies.

The workshop would provide:
• A forum for reviewing emergency procedures and operational protocols • Opportunities to clarify interagency roles and responsibilities • Scenario-based discussions to identify gaps and areas for improvement • Strengthened communication pathways between partner agencies This effort would support the City in improving:
• Emergency response coordination and efficiency
• Interoperability between agencies during incidents
• Staff familiarity with regional partners and resources • Identification of procedural or planning gaps before real-world events It is important to note that this workshop is focused on preparedness and coordination and does not require new infrastructure or ongoing operational commitments. Instead, it leverages existing plans, personnel, and partnerships to maximize effectiveness through training and collaboration.

As such, this initiative represents a cost-effective approach to enhancing public safety readiness while reinforcing the City’s commitment to proactive emergency management and interagency cooperation.

Fiscal Impact $5,000
Recurring Annual
Cost
None
CM 04

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Biannual Emergency Preparedness Newsletter Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $18,000
Account Number(s) 01-13-6087
Background The City currently maintains a range of emergency preparedness resources, including public safety alerts, emergency response plans, and coordination with partner agencies. While this information is available through various channels, it may not consistently reach all residents and businesses in a consolidated format. As the City continues to prioritize community resilience, there is a need for a proactive and accessible communication tool that provides residents with essential emergency preparedness information on a regular basis.

A biannual Emergency Preparedness Newsletter would serve as a comprehensive resource to educate the community on potential hazards, preparedness strategies, and available City and regional resources, while reinforcing key safety messaging in an easy-to-understand format.

The Public Safety Commission identified this as their second priority for program funding.

Justification Funding would support the development and delivery of a biannual emergency preparedness newsletter mailed directly to residents, providing consistent and accessible information to help the community stay informed and prepared year-round. This effort builds upon the City’s existing communication practices and would be similar to, and complementary with, the current Vista newsletters that are mailed quarterly to residents, utilizing a familiar and trusted format for information sharing.

By delivering preparedness information twice per year, the City can ensure more regular engagement with residents on critical topics such as emergency planning, hazard awareness, and available resources. This consistent outreach helps reinforce key safety messages over time and improves the likelihood that residents will take proactive steps to prepare for emergencies.

In addition, the newsletter supports greater community resilience by improving public understanding of what to expect during emergencies and how to respond effectively. Providing clear, centralized information in a mailed format ensures accessibility for a broad audience, including those who may not rely on digital communication channels.

Fiscal Impact $18,000
Recurring Annual Cost $18,000
CM 05

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title E-Bicycles (E-Bikes) for Specialized Operations Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $22,000
Account Number(s) 01-21-7101
Background The Sheriff’s Department has identified a need for E-Bikes for specialized operations.

E-Bikes provide a highly efficient and flexible option, particularly well-suited for special events and densely populated environments where traditional vehicles are limited by congestion, restricted access, or parking constraints. Their compact size and electric assist capability allows deputies to navigate crowds, park areas, and event perimeters quickly and quietly, improving response times while maintaining a visible law enforcement presence. This mobility enhances situational awareness and allows for rapid engagement or de-escalation in dynamic environments, all while reducing fatigue compared to standard bicycles.

From a budget and operational standpoint, E-Bikes offer a cost-effective alternative to full-sized patrol vehicles, with significantly lower acquisition, maintenance, and fuel costs. They also support community-oriented policing by enabling more approachable, face-to-face interactions between deputies and the public, which is especially valuable during special events. Additionally, their low environmental impact and minimal noise contribute to a safer and more enjoyable atmosphere, while still providing deputies with the speed and range needed to effectively manage crowds, monitor traffic flow, and respond to incidents in real time.

This is the Sheriff’s Department’s second priority.

Justification The Sheriff’s Department is requesting the purchase of four E-Bikes to be utilized by deputy personnel in support of specialized operations within the city. The E-Bikes vary in size to accommodate riders of different heights. The Sheriff’s Department identified the Bulls Sentinel 750 which is the latest model developed by Bulls in collaboration with the Los Angeles Police Department where these E-Bikes are currently in-service. These E-Bikes travel up to 28 mph with pedal-assist and are capable of carry the equipment deputies need to conduct bicycle enforcement operations. The cost of each E-Bike is $5397.00 which includes upfitting the unit with lights, sirens, and other required equipment. There is an annual service cost of approximately $375 per E-Bike.

The full funding of this request is recommended if approved to provide up to two twodeputy E-Bike teams to be deployed during large events as well as providing more sizing options for E-Bike availability for proper fit to the rider based on height. If partially funded, the Sheriff’s Department will attempt to order the average size (height) of its personnel who regularly are assigned to city service.

Fiscal Impact $22,000 for four (4) Bull Sentinel 750 E-Bikes OR $11,000 for two (2) Bull Sentinel 750 E-Bikes
Recurring Annual
Cost
$1,500 for four (4) Bull Sentinel 750 E-Bikes OR
$750 for two (2) Bull Sentinel 750 E-Bikes
CM 06

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Enhance Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Deployment Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $29,750
Account Number(s) 01-21-7101
Background In January 2023, the Sheriff’s Department notified the city that the ALPR system deployed on one patrol vehicle was at the end of its contracted five-year term and warranty period. At the request of the city, the Sheriff’s Department installed the legacy ALPR system into a newly purchased vehicle with an understanding from the city that hardware or software issues would not be covered and the city would replace the legacy system later. Currently, the Department and its vendor no longer support the legacy ALPR as hardware and software solutions have advanced in technology.

The Sheriff’s Department has identified the need to not only upgrade the single legacy ALPR deployment, but the need for additional ALPRs on vehicles assigned to patrol the city. The deployment of ALPRs on patrol vehicles represents a cost-effective, technology-driven enhancement to policing in the community, where traffic flow, commuter patterns, and residential safety are closely linked. Automated License Plate Reader systems automatically scan and analyze thousands of license plates per shift, comparing them in real time against databases of stolen vehicles, wanted subjects, and AMBER Alerts, significantly increasing deputy efficiency without requiring additional staffing. This automation allows deputies to focus on proactive policing while the system continuously monitors surrounding vehicles, acting as a force multiplier where a large percentage of crimes involve vehicle movement. From a budgetary standpoint, ALPR technology maximizes existing personnel resources by replacing manual plate checks with high-speed, continuous data collection, improving investigative capacity while minimizing long-term labor costs.

Beyond enforcement, ALPR-equipped patrol vehicles provide measurable benefits to driver safety and assist in reducing deputy-involved traffic collision auto liability. Additionally, real-time alerts allow deputies to quickly identify vehicles associated with reckless driving, suspended registration, or prior incidents, enhancing roadway safety through timely intervention. Automated License Plate Reader systems consistently demonstrate value in increasing stolen vehicle recovery rates and supporting investigations, reinforcing their role as a practical and scalable investment for improving both traffic safety and overall public safety in a fiscally responsible manner.

This is the Sheriff’s Department’s first priority.

Justification The Sheriff’s Department is requesting to upgrade the existing Vigilant ALPR deployed system on one Special Assignment Deputy vehicle and then to enhance the city’s deployment with the addition of four Vigilant ALPR systems. Two of the new units will be deployed onto the city’s 24/7 routine patrol deployed vehicles, one on the other Special Assignment Deputy vehicle, and the last additional unit will be installed on the Traffic Investigator’s vehicle who also conducts specialized traffic enforcement operations in the city.

CM 07

Fiscal Impact $29,750 for five (5) ALPR units
OR
$17,850.00 upgrade the one legacy unit and enhance the deployment by adding two more ALPR
OR
$5,950 to upgrade the legacy ALPR system
Recurring Annual
Cost
$29,750 for five (5) ALPR units
OR
$17,850.00 upgrade the one legacy unit and enhance the deployment by adding two more ALPR
OR
$5,950 to upgrade the legacy ALPR system
CM 07

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Flock License Plate Reader (LPR) Speed Feedback Trailer & Traffic Analytics Package
Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $39,000
Account Number(s) 01-21-7101
Background The deployment of a Flock License Plate Recognition (LPR) trailer would provide the Sheriff’s Department with a flexible, rapiddeployment capability to enhance real-time intelligence and enforcement operations without requiring permanent infrastructure installation. As a mobile, solar-powered system, the trailer can be strategically positioned in response to evolving crime trends, special events, or community safety concerns. This adaptability enables immediate alerting for stolen or wanted vehicles while expanding surveillance coverage with minimal impact on existing staffing resources. Its portability and ease of redeployment make it a cost-effective and strategically valuable asset for both patrol and investigative functions.

In addition, the Flock LPR trailer generates valuable traffic data, including vehicle counts, travel times, and commonly used routes. This information provides an additional operational layer of situational awareness that can support both law enforcement and broader municipal traffic management needs.

This is the Sheriff’s Department fourth priority.

Justification The Flock LPR trailer offers significant operational and public safety benefits through both enforcement support and data collection capabilities. From a traffic enforcement perspective, the system helps identify high-traffic corridors, cut-through routes, and locations with recurring safety concerns. This allows for more targeted enforcement strategies and more efficient allocation of resources based on real-time and historical traffic patterns.

The visible presence of the trailer also serves as a deterrent to unsafe driving behavior, promoting improved roadway safety. The data collected can be used to support evidence-based decision-making for both patrol operations and traffic safety initiatives. Additionally, this asset may benefit the City’s Public Works Department by providing reliable traffic survey data useful for planning, infrastructure evaluation, and transportation analysis.

Fiscal Impact $39,000
Recurring Annual Cost $36,000
CM 08

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Flock Mobile Security Trailer
Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $50,000
Account Number(s) 01-21-7101
Background The Sheriff’s Department has identified a need for a Flock mobile security trailer to further enhance public safety operations. Similar to the LPR trailer, the mobile security trailer provides a highly adaptable and cost-efficient solution that does not require permanent infrastructure. These trailers are self-contained, solarpowered units equipped with high-definition cameras and automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) technology, enabling real-time situational awareness and recorded video documentation in areas where additional monitoring is needed.

The mobile nature of the system allows for rapid deployment to locations experiencing elevated safety concerns, including neighborhoods with identified crime trends, commercial shopping centers, parks, trailheads, and special event venues. This capability ensures that law enforcement can quickly respond to changing conditions while maintaining consistent visibility and monitoring in priority areas.

This is the Sheriff’s Departments fifth priority.

Justification The Flock mobile security trailer provides significant operational value by expanding the Sheriff’s Department’s ability to deter, detect, and investigate criminal activity without the need for permanent installations or extensive infrastructure investment. Its combination of high-definition surveillance and ALPR technology enhances real-time intelligence gathering, while also preserving recorded data for investigative follow-up and evidence collection.

The system’s flexibility allows resources to be strategically deployed based on emerging crime patterns, community concerns, or temporary increases in public activity such as events or seasonal gatherings. This adaptability improves overall resource efficiency and ensures coverage can be aligned with current public safety priorities.

Additionally, the visible presence of the mobile security trailer serves as a deterrent to criminal activity, contributing to improved safety in both high-traffic and vulnerable locations. Its solar-powered, self-contained design minimizes installation and maintenance costs while maximizing operational readiness. This technology enables the City and Sheriff’s Department to respond quickly and effectively to dynamic public safety needs while optimizing limited staffing and equipment resources.

Fiscal Impact $50,000
Recurring Annual
Cost
$50,000
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City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Program Coordinator FT Position
Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $140,000
Account Number(s) TBD
Background Over the past three years, the City of La Cañada Flintridge has significantly expanded its efforts related to organizational coordination, community engagement, regulatory compliance, and citywide initiatives. These efforts have been driven by policy direction from the City Council, evolving community needs, and increased coordination requirements across departments and external partners.

During this period, the City has implemented or expanded a number of initiatives, including:
• Establishment of new commissions and committees
• Formation of various working groups and coordination bodies between the City and the La Cañada Unified School District to address joint-use, planning, and community matters
• Expansion of community programs, including the annual Emergency Preparedness Event and other outreach efforts • Increased coordination with regional agencies, utilities, and partner organizations
• Implementation of new regulations and compliance requirements across multiple operational areas
• Ongoing coordination of special projects and citywide initiatives Despite this growth, the City Manager’s Office—which serves as the central coordinating body for these efforts—currently operates with only two fulltime staff positions supporting these functions: the Assistant City Manager and a Senior Management Analyst.

In addition to these expanding responsibilities, these same positions are also responsible for:
• Supporting and staffing multiple City commissions and committees • Managing the City’s citywide communication efforts, including public information, outreach, and consultant management • Managing the consult for the Citywide grant management • Leading interdepartmental coordination on special projects and City initiatives
• Supporting risk management and organizational coordination efforts As a result, the increasing workload across these areas has begun to impact the City’s ability to effectively implement and sustain expanding programs.

Justification The continued expansion of the City Manager’s Office responsibilities has created a gap between program expectations and available staffing resources.

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The City Manager’s Office is responsible for coordinating a wide range of administrative, operational, and strategic functions across the organization.

While emergency preparedness and interagency coordination remain important components of this work, the broader need is for dedicated administrative and programmatic support across multiple functional areas.

The proposed Program Coordinator position is intended to provide flexible, high-level generalist support to assist with:
• Lead and coordinate public safety measures, programs, and initiatives, including coordination with public safety personnel with the County Sheriff and Fire.
• Coordination of City programs, initiatives, and special projects • Support for commissions, committees, and interagency working groups
• Assistance with citywide communication efforts, including outreach and public information
• Administrative coordination of emergency operations training and preparedness activities
• Support for implementation and tracking of City initiatives, including AAR-related items
• Development of reports, documentation, and internal coordination processes
This position is designed to provide operational and administrative capacity across the City Manager’s Office, rather than being limited to a single functional area.

Currently, these responsibilities are being absorbed by existing staff, which limits the City’s ability to proactively manage programs, maintain continuity across initiatives, and respond efficiently to emerging priorities.

The addition of this position will allow the City Manager and Assistant City Manager to maintain focus on policy, leadership, and strategic oversight, while ensuring that day-to-day program coordination and administrative functions are effectively managed.

Fiscal Impact $140,000
Recurring Annual Cost $140,000
CM 10

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Operational Support Vehicle
Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $40,000
Account Number(s) 01-21-8231
Background To enhance investigative operations, the Sheriff’s Department has identified the need for an unmarked patrol support vehicle. This vehicle will provide the station’s Detective Bureau with increased surveillance capability and operational flexibility, allowing personnel to operate discreetly and blend into the surrounding environment. Such capability is critical during intelligence-gathering activities, where overt visibility could compromise investigations. .

Justification The ability to conduct surveillance without alerting subjects helps preserve the integrity of cases, increases the likelihood of obtaining actionable evidence, and promotes safer outcomes for both deputies and the public.

In addition to its surveillance advantages, the vehicle will improve overall investigative efficiency and responsiveness. Detectives will be able to move between locations quickly and inconspicuously, enhancing coordination with other units, supporting mobile surveillance, and responding effectively to evolving situations.

This resource will also support a broad range of investigative efforts, including narcotics enforcement, burglary suppression, and other theft-related operations where anonymity is essential. By expanding the bureau’s capabilities while maintaining a low profile, the unmarked vehicle will serve as a force multiplier – strengthening case development and improving the likelihood of successful prosecutions.

The Sheriff’s Department is looking to acquire a 2022-2024 SUV or Van as a patrol support vehicle. The vehicle may be new or used. After conducting research and looking at vehicle availability, the Department is requesting up to $50,000.00 for the identification and purchase of a vehicle. If approved, the city will work with the Sheriff’s Department to identify and purchase a vehicle for this purpose. Once purchased, the Sheriff’s Department will initiate a bailment process wherein the city will enter into a bailment agreement with the Sheriff’s Department wherein the Sheriff’s Department will assume liability, maintenance, and operational responsibility regarding the vehicle for the term of the agreement.

For reference related to cost:

Cost – Price range (based on CA listings): $34,000 – $47,000+ depending on trim and mileage (e.g. 26k miles: $40,000 – $41,000; 30k miles: $38,000 – $45,000; 35k – 40k miles: $34,000 – $42,000
Fiscal Impact $40,000
Recurring Annual
Cost
None-County will cover the ongoing maintenance of the vehicle CM 11

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Unmanned Aerial System (UAS/Drone)
Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $16,000
Account Number(s) 01-21-7101
Background The Sheriff’s Department is committed to modern, forward-thinking policing that emphasizes efficiency, innovation, and the responsible use of technology.

As service demands evolve, the Department continues to identify tools that streamline operations and enhance overall effectiveness. In April 2026, the Sheriff’s Department announced revisions to its unmanned aerial systems (UAS), or drones, policy that will significantly enhance patrol operations in the city by expanding situational awareness and improving response efficiency. The city’s unique geography comprised of hillside neighborhoods, winding roads, and nearby wildland areas, can make rapid ground-based assessment challenging. A drone provides real-time aerial visibility, allowing deputies to quickly evaluate incidents such as traffic collisions, missing person searches, or suspicious activity without waiting for the more costly airship (helicopter) response. This capability not only reduces response times for aerial support, but also enables more informed decision-making, helping deputies allocate resources more effectively and safely.

This is the Sheriff’s Department third priority.

Justification Drones are a cost-effective resource that can reduce operational strain on personnel while enhancing public safety outcomes. For example, they can assist in perimeter searches, warrant services, crowd monitoring during community events, and documentation of crime or accident scenes. By integrating drone technology into patrol operations, the city can achieve greater coverage and capability without the substantial expense associated with manned aircraft, ultimately delivering a high return on investment while maintaining a strong commitment to community safety and fiscal responsibility.

The Sheriff’s Department is currently working to roll out UAS programs at patrol stations. Crescenta Valley Station has two pilots trained with their Part 107 license and is actively working on expanding training deputies who will become pilots assigned to the station and specifically those who serve the city.

This request is for the hardware appropriation to be budgeted and, if approved, realization of a UAS program would likely occur mid-budget year based on the Sheriff’s Department phased roll out and the standing up a of centralized UAS unit within the Department to ensure compliance with all required policies, laws, and regulations.

Fiscal Impact $16,000
Recurring Annual
Cost
None
CM 12

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Citywide Evacuation Plan – Consultant Services Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $150,000
Account Number(s) 01-21-6061
Background The City Council previously authorized the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development of a Citywide Evacuation Plan, consistent with Council direction and in alignment with State requirements and the City’s ongoing emergency preparedness efforts.

The RFP solicits proposals from qualified consultants to develop a comprehensive evacuation plan that evaluates the City’s roadway network, identifies constraints, and provides actionable strategies to improve evacuation efficiency and public safety under a variety of emergency scenarios.

This project was not previously budgeted; as such, funding should be considered as part of the current FY 2026–27 budget process. Identifying and appropriating funds at this stage will ensure the City can proceed with consultant selection, contract award, and project implementation without delay once the RFP process is complete.

Justification Development of a Citywide Evacuation Plan is a critical component of the City’s broader emergency preparedness and resilience strategy. The plan is also a requirement under State law. The plan will:
• Evaluate evacuation routes, constraints, and traffic flow under emergency conditions
• Analyze key factors such as the Interstate 210 corridor, local roadway limitations, and access points
• Consider evacuation scenarios during peak periods, including school hours and full General Plan buildout conditions
• Provide data-driven recommendations to improve evacuation planning, coordination, and response
This effort also builds upon findings from the Eaton Fire After-Action Report (AAR) and supports the City’s ongoing efforts to strengthen emergency planning, coordination, and community safety.

Establishing funding at this stage ensures that once proposals are received and evaluated, the City can move forward efficiently with consultant selection and contract execution.

Fiscal Impact $150,000
Recurring Annual
Cost
None
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City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Battery-Powered Rescue Combi Tool for Paramedic Rescue Squad 19 Department Policy and Executive Management Department
Requested Amount $15,000
Account Number(s) 01-21-8231
Background The City of La Cañada Flintridge’s fire protection and emergency medical services are provided through the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD). As part of this partnership, the City periodically considers targeted equipment investments that enhance the operational capabilities of personnel assigned to serve the community.

Paramedic Rescue Squad 19 provides specialized rescue and emergency response services within the City, including vehicle extrication during traffic collisions and other incidents requiring technical rescue.

Justification LACoFD has identified the acquisition of a battery-powered rescue combi tool as a high-priority operational need for Squad 19.

A combi tool integrates the functions of a hydraulic spreader and cutter into a single unit, allowing firefighters to perform vehicle extrication more efficiently when rescuing trapped victims. The proposed Genesis E-Force battery-powered system represents a significant advancement over traditional hydraulic tools, which require external power units, hoses, and multiple personnel for deployment.

Key operational benefits include:
• Reduced deployment time: A single rescuer can immediately deploy the tool without staging additional equipment
• Improved life safety outcomes: Faster extrication improves response effectiveness in time-critical incidents
• Increased operational efficiency: Eliminates the need for separate hydraulic systems and additional crew support
• Enhanced mobility: Battery-powered design allows direct deployment to the patient in confined or difficult-to-access areas
The Genesis E-Force series meets NFPA 1936 standards, has been evaluated through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s SAVER program, and is widely utilized by fire agencies nationwide as a leading extrication platform.

This equipment would directly enhance the rescue capabilities of Paramedic Squad 19, improving emergency response outcomes for the community.

Fiscal Impact $15,000
Recurring Annual
Cost
None
CM 14

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Housing Element Update Consultant Services Department Community Development - Planning
Requested Amount $250,000
Account Number(s) 01-25-6065 (Professional Services)
Background State law mandates the General Plan Housing Element must be revised and updated every eight years. The 6th Housing Element Cycle runs from October 15, 2021- Ocotber 15, 2029. The 7th Cycle will run from October 15, 2029 through October 15, 2037. Given the 6th Cycle took approximately 2.5 two years to complete and undertake the necessary implementation action, 2.5 years prior to the next deadline is April 2027.

A Request for Proposals (RFP) will be prepared to advertise the request for these consultant services. The selected consultant will work with City staff to confirm a proposed detailed schedule with tasks and milestones for achieving Housing Element certification by the state-required deadline.

Justification The selected consultant will be tasked with:
• Reviewing and evaluating the City’s progress in implementing the 2021-2029 Housing Element.
• Community outreach during preparation of the Draft Housing Element. • Preparation of housing assessment, needs analysis, assessment of Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing requirements, consistent with State Housing Element Law.
• Identification of appropriate parcels to be included within the Sites Inventory demonstrating compliance with the Regional Housing Needs Allocation. • Developing timeframes for implementation of specific objectives contained in the updated 2029-2037 7th Cycle Housing Element.
• Participation in public hearings.
• Presentation of the Draft Housing Element to the Planning Commission for recommendation to the City Council for their review and adoption. • Submittal of the approved Housing Element to California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for state certification. • Participation in environmental review and preparation of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) related notices.
• Identifying amendments to the City’s Zoning Code necessary for implementation.

It is essential for the City to comply with all state requirements related to Housing Element preparation and approval in order to avoid penalties. Also, when applying for state grants, having a compliant Housing Element better positions a local jurisdiction to receive funding. Finally, a compliant Housing Element also reduces exposure to certain implications that can occur when a “Builder’s Remedy” project is submitted for city review and approval.

Fiscal Impact $250,000 total under multiyear contract
Recurring Annual
Cost
None
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City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Sustainability Analyst Consultant Additional Scope - Wedge Analysis Department Community Development – Planning Division
Requested Amount $36,250
Account Number(s) 01-25-6061 (Professional Services)
Background Back in 2022, “Wedge Data Analysis” was performed as part of the work program under the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP).

Wedge data breaks big climate goals into smaller, measurable actions. It shows that reaching targets requires scaling up many existing solutions like clean energy, efficiency, electrification, and green infrastructure.

Wedge analysis shows which actions reduce the most emissions and tracks progress over time.

Justification An updated Wedge Analysis is meant to address gaps in current data.

Recalculating the Green House Gase (GHG) study could provide more accurate assumptions for planning and further CAAP implementation measures. The expanded scope would also cover ongoing outreach and coordination with third parties, such as the City of Glendale, to incorporate regional insight.

If this CCI is approved by the City Council, this cost will be added to Sustainability Analyst consultant, Cascadia’sscope of work and increased cost to be incorporated into a contract renewal with the firm for FY 26-27.

Fiscal Impact $36,250
Recurring Annual Cost None
CD 2

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Independent Consultant Services for Early Preparation for the 7th Housing Cycle (RHNA+)
Department Community Development
Requested Amount $100,000
Account Number(s) 01-25-6061
Background The Planning program already carries significant responsibility for administration of the General Plan, Municipal Code, planning entitlements, zoning updates, CEQA compliance, and support to the Planning and Design Commissions. The budget also notes that Planning anticipates substantial ongoing work related to continued implementation of the General Plan.

The Council Consideration Items section also includes an example of consultant support for required General Plan element updates, showing that outside planning assistance is already a recognized and appropriate tool when the City faces major policy and state-mandated planning work.

The next housing cycle is expected to begin in 2028. This request would authorize the City to begin early preparation now, rather than waiting until the statutory process is underway and deadlines narrow the City’s options.

Specifically, this item would fund an independent consultant, separate from the City’s current consultant team involved in housing-cycle-related work, to provide early analysis, alternatives, and outreach support before the next cycle begins.

The consultant’s scope should include:
● lessons learned from the current cycle,
● review of likely 7th-cycle constraints and assumptions, ● identification of potential housing strategy options and land use implications,
● community outreach and feedback collection before formal cycle deadlines,
● evaluation of policy options available to the City, and ● a roadmap for Council decision points between now and 2028.

The intent is to ensure the City enters the next cycle better informed, with alternatives already evaluated and with resident feedback gathered early.

Justification The City should not wait until the next RHNA/housing-element cycle is already underway to begin thinking about its strategy. Starting early gives the Council and the public time to understand likely requirements, pressure points, land use implications, and legal or policy options before the City is operating under compressed deadlines.

Using a consultant who is not the same consultant currently assisting the City on related housing-cycle matters is also important. The purpose is to obtain fresh analysis, additional options, and more independent evaluation rather than simply continuing the same assumptions and approach. This would help the Council:

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● receive a second set of eyes on risks and alternatives, ● gather community feedback before positions harden,
● avoid rushed decision-making later, and
● improve the City’s readiness for a highly consequential state-mandated process.

This request is essentially about preparation, optionality, and independence.

Fiscal Impact $100,000
Recurring Annual
Cost
None
CD 3

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Body Cameras and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Department Community Development - Planning & Code Enforcement Divisions Requested Amount $3,500
Account Number(s) 01-25-6030 (Planning – Materials and Supplies) 01-27-6030 (Code Enforcement – Materials and Supplies)
Background There are a number of situations where employees are required to work within areas that have the potential for safety issues or during situations where clear identification of City employees is necessary. This includes staff inspecting active construction sites and inspections within the public right-of-way. Reviewing improvements that could be implemented after the Eaton Fire, resultant evacuations and damage from the wind event, it was noted that providing City staff with Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) would be beneficial to ensure employee safety and limited City liability. The anticipated enforcement of the anti-encampment ordinance would also benefit from the use of body cameras to prevent or address any legal challenges as to the actions of the City.

Furnishing Community Development Department staff with PPE when working in such situations is advisable. PPE can be utilized both during an emergency situation and/or during daily inspection work that takes place out in the field or when a potential difficult situation arises in the field that could necessitate the use of a body camera.

Justification PPE, which would include hard hats, high visibility safety vests, eye protection, gloves can be utilized both during an emergency situation and/or during daily inspection work. Though it will likely be utilized by Code Enforcement Officer staff during difficult field inspections, body cameras can also be useful for other department staff when they do their field work which can occur in the public right-of-way or in an area where a reflective vest, for instance, would make them better visible and better projected. Given that emergency situations have to be anticipated, having an available supply of PPE, including hard hats, safety vests, safety glasses, and gloves, can assist in keeping employees safe.

Fiscal Impact $3,500
Recurring Annual Cost $250
CD 4

City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Full-Time & Part-Time Code Enforcement Officers - Permanent Department Community Development - Code Enforcement Division Requested Amount $179,770
Account Number(s) 01-27-5001 (Salaries Full Time – Code Enforcement) 01-27-5002 (Salaries Part Time – Code Enforcement)
01-27-6054 (Employee Training & Education)
01-27-6030 (Materials & Supplies)
Background The City has contracted for Code Enforcement Officer Services for over 18 years with two different consulting firms. Over the last 10 years five different Code Enforcement Officers have staffed the position, and the current officer has been with the department for three years.

In addition to full-time Code Enforcement Officer services of 40 hours per week, in 2023 the City Council authorized Part-Time services allowing a maximum of 20 hours per week to take place primarily Friday through Sunday each week and occasionally during the week after regular business hours when needed.

Staff estimate that it will take approximately six to nine months to recruit, hire and transition between the current contract and a new full and part-time City Code Enforcement Officer. The existing Willdan Engineering contract for Code Enforcement Services may be terminated with 30-day notice from the City.

Justification Code Enforcement Officers investigate complaints and enforce all regulations contained within the City’s Municipal Code. In addition to zoning and building code violations, Code Enforcement also addresses potential violations of ordinances that are typically under the purview of Public Works and Administration and Public Services departments.

While staff desire to bring more long-term consistency and stability to the City in the area of Code Enforcement, the current use of contract employees versus City employees does result in some limitations. Under the current arrangement, no City employee supervises the Code Enforcement officers, no employee can provide direction to the officers, and there is no control over the work and how it is completed. Contract employees also cannot utilize City vehicles, cannot use City business cards or use the City logo on their own vehicles to identify themselves as working under contract with the City. Additionally, while addressing implementation of the anti-encampment ordinance, the contract employees are limited by their employer as to how the City can use them. Hiring a full and part time Code Enforcement Officer employees would provide these positive benefits, as well as save an anticipated $46,000 - $73,000 annually, based on the current $240,000 Code Enforcement contract.

If approved, policies and procedures specific to Code Enforcement will be adopted, as well as state mandated safety plan. After coordinating with CJPIA, required trainings will include but not be limited to safety and mandatory reporter.

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There would be no additional costs associated with Information Technology, as the current contract code officers utilize City cell phones, computers and software.

A yearly training budget of $7,000 is proposed to ensure employees are appropriately trained and informed about the most recent legal requirements associated with code enforcement, through the California Association of Code Enforcement Officers (CACEO) or similar.

Existing yearly contract (01-27-6051 -
Full-Time & Part-Time Officer
$240,000
Proposed yearly City Employee – 1 Full-Time &
1 Part-Time Officer Salary
+ Benefits
Step C =
Training =
Boot allowance =
Total =
$172,170
$7,000
$600
$179,770
Cost Savings if City Position $60,230
Fiscal Impact $172,170 (Salaries & Benefits)
$7,000 (Employee Training & Education)
$600 (Materials & Supplies)
Recurring Annual
Cost
$179,770 (Sufficient funds annual budget under 01-27-6061 Code Enforcement – Professional Services)
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City of La Cañada Flintridge

COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM
FY 2026-27 BUDGET REVIEW
Request Title Planner - Full Time - Permanent
Department Community Development – Planning Division
Requested Amount $178,650
Account Number(s) 01-25-5001(Salaries Full Time - Planning) 01-11-6061 (Information Technology - Administration)
Background The City has budgeted one Planner, one Associate Planner, one Assistant Planner, and one part-time Planning Intern. The proposed Planner position would participate in both long range planning (General Plan, Zoning Code, specific plans, preparation of ordinances) and current planning (development projects and environmental compliance), as well as undertake special projects and requests from the City Council and City Manager. They would provide support for the Planning, Design and Sustainability and Resilience Commissions.

Justification The department’s workload has increased significantly over the past several years. This included transitioning all business licensing from Finance to Community Development in 2022, the significant number and complexity of public records requests, the majority of which are associated with the Community Development Department, transitioning Film Permit Review from Administration in FY 25-26, the establishing and staffing of the Sustainability and Resilience Commission in 2025, the adoption of new state laws that mandate amendments to the General Plan and Zoning Code, and the numerous changes to state housing laws that have created additional workload while mandating shorter review periods.

The Planning Division is mandated to comply with numerous provisions of state law that severely limit the review periods for various types of Planning entitlements. This includes the Permit Streamlining Act and California Environmental Quality Act, each of which requires certain actions within specified timeframes, and more recently, the review and approvals of most ADUs, which is required to occur within 60-days. Even more time sensitive response times are associated with public records requests.

The proposed request would result in one additional full-time Planner, for a total of four full-time planners at various levels. A Planner with the knowledge and capability of managing high profile development projects, long range plans, and special projects requested by the City Council and City Manager. The requested increase in staffwould enhance customer service,improve processing timelines within the Planning Division. It would provide additional staffing capacity severely needed as a result of absorbing a range of new functions over the past several years with no new staffing.

Fiscal Impact $175,050 (Salary & Benefits)
$3,600 (Information Technology)
Recurring Annual
Cost
$178,650
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